WolfBytes Open Mic with Z3LLA! (October, 2025)
Ep. 68

WolfBytes Open Mic with Z3LLA! (October, 2025)

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Episode description

Z3LLA is a duo girl group, consisting of Juj and Kiana, that produces EDM. Most recently they have released their song “Supernova” which has proved to be a big hit! While still being new to the industry, the girls are rising to fame quickly, displaying heavy talent and a new way to listen to EDM through combined cultures and backgrounds. Join us as Brooklyn and DJ Smoke get to know Juj and Kiana and learn about their struggles, successes, tips of advice, and how they live their life!

Chapter Markers: 00:00 - intro 03:29 - social media and chatting 11:37 - getting into EDM 19:00 - future dreams/how to help new artists 24:00 - health and support 31:23 - friends and pets 34:24 - health advocacy 40:00 - a woman in the industry 47:00 - artistry in socials 49:00 - cultural backgrounds

http://wolfbytes.ncsu.edu @wolfbytesradio In this episode of WolfBytes Open Mic, DJ Flame sits down with the absolute legend of Dutch House and progressive electronic music, Laidback Luke.

From the secrets behind his massive summer anthem with Arty, “Lost in the Crowd,” to his deep-rooted legacy of mentoring global superstars like Avicii, Luke opens up about the unfiltered reality of the music business. He also shares a fascinating look at his “second life” as a competitive Kung Fu teacher and how martial arts keeps him sane in the high-stress world of touring.

📝 Key Takeaways from This Episode: The Origin of “Lost in the Crowd”: Luke reveals how a highly emotional studio session in L.A. with Arty—prompted by a shared love for the iconic Swedish House Mafia collab “Leave the World Behind”—led to their summer hit.

A Brilliant Accident: Luke admits that he only picked up DJing as a teenager after his girlfriend at the time bought a set of decks, couldn’t figure out how to mix, threw her headphones in the corner, and gave up!

The Art of Mentorship: Luke talks about his philosophy on guiding young talent, sharing what it was like to give brutal, unfiltered—but highly effective—constructive criticism to a young Avicii.