Some 20 years ago, at the turn of the millennium, Sydney was world-famous for its 24-hour bars and epic dance parties. Sydney was the most lively city in the world where people queued 24/7 to get into clubs - before Nanny State laws closed 176 venues and destroyed its nightlife forever.

Tunnel Nightclub, open in the late '80s by Ibrahim, was accessible from a laneway and championed a 'female majority' policy - a breath of fresh air for women in the pre #MeToo era.

It was rebranded EP1 in the late nineties and early noughties, then Dragonfly from 2004-2010, before becoming Tunnel again and then closing for good as the owners threw up their hands in frustration. This mix is the second part of my tribute to EP1, arguably my favourite Sunday night during its era.

NRG | Session 020 (BPM 140)

From spinning beats in the heart of Sydney's vibrant nightlife to savouring the echoes of a legendary era in the 1990s and 2000s, welcome to the world of a retired club DJ. 

As a retired club DJ, the memories linger – the thumping bass, the hypnotic lights, the ecstatic crowd united by a shared love for the groove. From iconic venues to intimate underground spaces, the decks have been my canvas, and the beats, my masterpiece.

Now, as the sun sets on my DJ career, I reflect on the countless moments that shaped Sydney's nightlife. The energy of Kings Cross, the allure of Oxford Street, and the transformative power of the Harbour City's club culture have left an indelible mark on my soul. Yet, retirement is not an end but a transition – a chance to share stories, mentor aspiring DJs, and continue contributing to the rhythm of Sydney's nightlife in new, meaningful ways.

Join me on this nostalgic journey through the beats and rhythms that defined an era. From the highs of peak-time anthems to the intimate allure of sunrise sets, my retired DJ days are a celebration of the city that never sleeps, the beats that endure, and the indomitable spirit of Sydney's nightlife. It's not just about the tracks; it's about the memories etched into the city's heartbeat. Cheers to the rhythm that never fades – once a DJ of Sydney, always a guardian of its sonic legacy.

NRG | Session 020 (BPM 140)

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