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This Is How Chanel Carmichael Found Her Way Into Dance Music
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This Is How Chanel Carmichael Found Her Way Into Dance Music
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In this episode of What’s Cookin?, we sit down with Chanel Carmichael to unpack her journey from a classically trained musician to one of the most exciting rising DJs in the UK scene.
Chanel opens up about growing up in the world of classical music, the moment DJing first caught her attention, and what it really felt like to step away from a traditional path into something completely different. We get into how lockdown live streams helped build her momentum, and why she ultimately chose to shift her focus when the world reopened.
We also dive into the realities of building a career in music, from navigating agents, management, and eventually stepping into independence, to learning how to back yourself in an ever-changing industry. Chanel shares honest insights on moving to Manchester, building a network from scratch, and finding your place in a new scene.
From her production journey and musical influences to landing a residency at Ministry of Sound, this episode explores both the craft and the career behind the decks. We also touch on digging for music, preparing for sets, and how her classical background still shapes her sound today.