Simon Dunmore Acquires A Majority Stake In House Culture

Simon Dunmore returns to the frontline to acquire a majority stake in House Culture. The Defected Records founder transformed an independent Instagram community into a global electronic music hub.

A New Era For House Music

Stephen Hedge and Richard Clark met on a sweaty Shoreditch dancefloor in 2012. They launched House Culture to share raw underground tracks and legendary parties. Today, their digital community boasts nearly 100,000 passionate followers. The platform expanded with The House Culture Podcast in 2019. Host Matt Rouse welcomed heavyweights like Fatboy Slim, Danny Tenaglia, and David Morales. Simon Dunmore joined as a guest. He felt their infectious enthusiasm. According to the official announcement, this vibrant energy pulled him out of early retirement. He saw a rare dedication to proper DJ culture.

"I was taken by their passion for house music and the engaged community that they had built in a short space of time. I suggested that I would like to get involved," Simon Dunmore explained.

The team plans a massive editorial expansion. They will launch original videos, curated playlists, and exclusive club events. Simon Dunmore brings decades of independent label expertise. He wants to honor early pioneers while pushing fresh creatives forward. This project rejects pure nostalgia. They aim to document stories behind iconic records and legendary venues. They want to inspire the next generation of ravers. You can feel a genuine family spirit driving this merger. Hedge, Clark, and Rouse remain at the core. They will work alongside archivists and global DJs.

House Culture now possesses the resources to immortalize our scene's rich heritage. Expect this powerhouse collective to redefine how we experience electronic music history.