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Moments in Music Ep 7 with Carl Craig.In this episode of Moments in Music, we sit down with techno pioneer Carl Craig, a true innovator who has shaped the global electronic music landscape. From his early influences at Detroit roller rinks to discovering his passion for synthesizers, Carl shares how his journey through music was shaped by the energy of his surroundings.With a career spanning decades, Carl Craig continues to push boundaries, blending techno with jazz, orchestral elements, and experimental soundscapes. Join us for a deep dive into his world, where creativity knows no limits, and the beat never stops.Produced by Defected Records Host: Lucy Monkman Guest: Carl Craig Executive Producer: Chris Davies Director of Photography: Dillon Parsons Editor: Dillon Parsons Sound Engineer: Max Craig Mastering engineer: Mark Duckett00:00 – Introduction 02:00 – You Never Know When the Revolution’s Going to Happen 05:00 – The Detroit Roller Rink Influence 10:00 – First Encounter with a Synth 15:00 – The DIY Spirit of Detroit’s Music Scene 20:00 – Detroit’s Tough Reality & Music as an Escape 27:00 – The Communal Nature of Early Techno 30:00 – The Music Industry Was Run by Mobsters 35:00 – First Trip to Europe & Experiencing Rave Culture 42:00 – Clubs vs. Warehouses 47:00 – The Art of DJing 50:00 – First DJ Set & Lessons in Failure 55:00 – The Cinematic Inspiration Behind His Music 57:00 – Closing ThoughtsFollow our Defected 2025 Playlist: https://defstream.lnk.to/Defected2025Music: https://defected.lnk.to/MusicShop: https://store.defected.comDefected YouTube is the home of house music with artists including MK, Sam Divine, CamelPhat, Gorgon City, Monki, Louie Vega & Dennis Ferrer.Music: https://defected.com/music/releases/ Playlists: https://defected.com/music/playlists/ Radio: https://defected.com/music/radio/#HouseMusicAllLifeLong