Little South is where the artists come to play - created with the goal of supporting and promoting local DJs and Producers in West Cornwall, UK, who specialize in various genres of dance music. The enthusiastic response from the Cornish nightlife community was overwhelming, allowing Little South to become a crucial platform for local artists seeking exposure at events. As time went on, our reach expanded beyond Cornwall and encompassed artists and events from across the entire South West of England, UK. One of our defining features has been the opportunity to showcase DJ mixes through our podcast series. Since our establishment, we have actively published podcast mixes from some of the most talented DJs in the South West. These mixes serve as a testament to the exceptional skills and creativity of our region's DJs, providing a platform for them to showcase their talent to a wider audience.

At Little South, we have a strong commitment to nurturing nightlife and live music events. A crucial aspect of our work is event promotion, which we prioritize and strive to excel at. Our dedicated team actively seeks out localized, independent music events to showcase and promote. Additionally, we proudly provide a platform for major events happening throughout the South West region, including specialist music festivals and large capacity live music events. By actively supporting and promoting these events, we aim to contribute to a thriving music scene and ensure that both local artists and established acts receive the recognition they deserve.

The Little South pages serve as a platform for emerging musical talent in the South West of England. Our goal is to encourage, foster relationships, and provide opportunities for new artists to showcase their sounds and events. We support DJs, Producers, and Vocalists of all genres within the electronic music landscape. If you are interested in being featured on our pages, we warmly welcome your expressions of interest.

Ryan Anthony Deep Afro House Mix

Episode 3/24

Ryan Anthony

We are excited to introduce Ryan Anthony, a talented artist who brings a captivating deep afro house mix to the table. His music is imbued with influences from African-inspired dance music, creating a unique and electrifying sound that is sure to draw in audiences. Ryan is also a proud member of 'Les Gout', an inclusive African dance music event series, where he continues to showcase his love and passion for the vibrant and diverse world of African electronic dance music. Join us in celebrating the sturdy talent of Ryan Anthony as he continues to push boundaries and redefine the music scene with his innovative and infectious beats.

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Little South · Episode 3/24 | Ryan Anthony | Podcast Mixes

Artist Interview

...unifying people through the sounds of Deep and African-inspired Electronic House music.

Please introduce yourself to those unfamiliar with your DJ sound.

A unique blend of Deep and African-inspired Electronic House Music. Deeply rooted in my sound are deep afro baselines, infused with harmonic subtle flavours.

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

Connecting with artists nationwide and exploring new sounds. Becoming a member of Les Gout. A collective unifying people through the sounds of Deep and African-inspired Electronic House music.

Artists like Manoo, Atjazz, Black Coffee, Louie Vega ...have inspired me over the years...

Tell us something positive to inspire future artists.

Remember that growth takes time. Embrace the process, stay true to you and let your passion shine. Surround yourself with people who believe in your vision and values.

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What artists have inspired your DJ style?

Influenced by a range of styles which include Soulful House, Afro House and Afro Melodic. Artists like Manoo, Atjazz, Black Coffee, Louie Vega, Osunlade and Kerri Chandler have inspired me over the years with their ability to craft sounds that connect people on dance floors.

Talk us through your podcast mix track selection.

Except rhythmic percussion and melodic breakdowns. Each track has been chosen to take the listener on a journey of my musical influences over the years. Tracks and remixes in this mix from Atmos Blaq, Manoo, Sparrow & Barbossa and THEMBA.

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Editorial Team • 8 February 2024

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