deadmau5 and Kaskade
deadmau5 and Kaskade (Kx5)

When it comes to dance music, deadmau5 and Kaskade are among the most influential artists in the genre’s history. Despite being in the scene for over two decades, the two artists are as relevant as ever and launched a new group earlier this year, Kx5.

On this episode of The 20 Podcast, DJ Spider connects with mau5 and Kaskade for a rare joint interview, which also features Beatport and Beatsource co-founder Jonas Tempel. The three guests share stories and discuss a range of DJ and production topics, including the best way to learn how to produce, the definition of a bad DJ set, and the industry-wide impact of Kaskade’s first Las Vegas residency.

Watch the clips and the full interview below. An audio version is also available on all podcast platforms.

The key to success

The industry impact of Kaskade’s first Las Vegas DJ residency

The definition of a bad DJ set

Seeing DJ Spider perform at Winter Music Conference in 2006

Full interview

Hosted by DJ Spider, The 20 Podcast features conversations with influential DJs, producers, and other music industry professionals.


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