From local UK roots to international stages, Cornwall-based DJ, producer, and brand owner Ryan Anthony is making significant waves in the electronic music circuit with his infectious blend of deep and Afro house. Ryan’s career is anchored in a deep reverence for house music history, a passion sparked in 1999 by the raw energy of New York and Chicago vinyl culture. His dedication to the craft was forged on the dance floors of the world’s most influential clubbing destinations, from Paris’s Djoon and the beaches of Ibiza to London’s legendary Turnmills and the Amsterdam Dance Event. Channelling the creative spirits of icons like Little Louie Vega, Atjazz, and Osunlade, Ryan has spent years mastering the art of dance floor energy, learning firsthand that the true secret to longevity in the music industry lies in meaningful collaboration, networking, and building a community of people who truly believe in your vision.

That vision is paying off in a major way, capping off a phenomenal year of touring that recently saw Ryan showcasing his sound across Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia. Back home, his work with Les Gout Int. has allowed him to build bridges with pioneering artists from South Africa while keeping a busy schedule of shows across the United Kingdom. The momentum is building toward a monumental milestone this October, where Ryan will fulfill a dream 16 years in the making by performing at the Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) for the very first time. Sharing the lineup with the exact artists who initially inspired his journey, Ryan is operating at the peak of his creative powers. In this exclusive feature, we dive deep into his transatlantic career, his philosophy on growth, and the meticulous track selection behind his brand-new podcast mix.

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What are your highlights of the past year and what is planned for the future?

I had the pleasure of touring Southeast Asia, where I performed shows in Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia. It was an incredible experience and a wonderful opportunity to showcase my sound.

Another highlight has been taking part in Les Gout Int., which has been a great way for me to connect with artists from South Africa and other parts of the world, as well as to perform a number of shows across the U.K. This October, one of my lifelong goals will come true: I will be playing at Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) for the very first time. This is something I have dreamed of since first attending in 2010, and I will be playing alongside some of the artists who have inspired and influenced me over the years.

Tell us something that you know now that you wished you knew when you first started DJing.

The importance of networking, collaborating and surrounding yourself with people who believe in your vision.