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The two trailblazers in underground club culture talk the joys of collective creation, and the message behind their “DR Pleasure EP”.
All photography by Declan Kelly
A mosaic of hedonistic world-building and vivacious production, the new EP from Hackney’s leading party-starter Eliza Rose and Belfast-born, Dublin-based beatsmith Sally C is undeniably effervescent work. The pair synergised with the intention of shutting down dancefloors across the globe, and “DR Pleasure EP” brings with it energy, a sense of community, and plenty of deft musicality from two towering names in the electronic space.
Below, Wonderland catch up with Sally and Eliza, talking the joys of collective creation, the growing impact of underground club culture, and the message behind their jamboree-of-an-EP.
Listen to “DR Pleasure EP”…
Read the exclusive interview….
What was it about each other that drew you to work together?
ER: Sally is one of my fave DJs and well as having one the best labels [Big Saldo’s Chunkers], plus I love working with girlies. So three big tick boxes for me.
SC: Yes to the girlies! Eliza’s voice!! It’s so unique I’m obsessed and I admire her imagination and multifaceted-ness, couldn’t wait to get in the studio together.
What was it like collaborating on the “DR Pleasure EP”?
ER: It was just so easy, in good way. Fun, free and a laugh and really just came together so naturally it felt right! We had a such a good time in the studio that day and all three tracks came together super quickly.
SC: Yeah things flowed so nicely and the bones of the EP came together that day, we were firmly in sync it just worked. I’ll never forget the energy in my studio that day!
ER: I think we knew we had made something quite special almost immediately. There’s a level of friendship I genuinely think can be felt in the track.
What are the elements that make a good collaboration?
ER: I think bringing out the best in one another is incredibly important, working together but also allowing the other person to shine. Let them do what they are best at, Sally is the very best at delivering up chunk, I like to think I can write a catchy hook so we really came together on this and created this EP. I feel so comfortable working with Sally which really makes for a good collaboration.
SC: Exactly, being comfortable is a huge aspect, and trust! I’m usually pretty closed off when it comes to the studio so this was a new experience for me but there was a strong level of trust from the get go and we bounced off each other so well. It was just a pure joy leaning into the vibe and creating together.
Where did the idea for the visuals come from?
SC: The label draws on inspiration from early house and hip house. This golden era had a big influence on all the tracks so the video aesthetic naturally emulates this. We envisioned a real old school feel and the creative team absolutely nailed this.
ER: We wanted to pay homage to this era we love so of course there was some major 90s energy, as well as a touch of girl power 00s nostalgia. We wanted the video to be as powerful as we felt making the songs and so there was some big boss bitch vibes up in there. It was super fun to make and we had an incredible all female team creating the videos. We worked with my long term creative collaborator Jeanie Crystal and it was fab for me to have 2 of my favourite creatives coming together
What’s the message of the “”DR Pleasure EP” and why do you think this resonates?
ER: Have fun, feel free, and do as doctor Rose, Saldo and Bashkka orders.
SC: DRs orders! Prescribing to the chunk.
ER: On a level of us as women in the music scene it’s all about sassy fabulousness on the dance floor, defo celebrating our innate female power. The EP itself being free one the dance floor, we are serving up a slice of care free hedonism.
SC: The concept of being the DRs of pleasure via chunk is very tongue in cheek and sassy but really the whole EP is about letting go on the dance floor and feeling confident and powerful!
You mention female empowerment, how important is this in the current climate both globally and within club culture?
ER: It’s very important I really do think that women, black female vocalist in particular have been part of making some of the most important electronic music in history, music that shapes us to this day
SC: 100% And I truly feel like Eliza is one of the greatest voices of our time. You’re shaping the way of today babe!
ER: Although times have definitely evolved we are still operating in a male favoured and dominated climate both globally and within club culture. We’re constantly fighting for equal billing, set times and fees on shows. It’s important to keep pushing for representation and equality within the industry and three women collaborating on a record on a female owned independent record label feeds into this visibility for younger artists.
Do you think underground scenes and club culture can have a wider impact on society? How do you see this playing out in the UK and Berlin?
ER: I think in the messed up times we are living in clubs and night life can create a space of freedom genuine positive connection which can only be a good thing.
SC: DIY, underground and queer spaces in both UK and Berlin have created exactly this and provide essential outlets for people to let go and use dance as a form of therapy. Berlin clubs are funded by the government as recognised cultural institutions which would be overwhelmingly beneficial for the UK too for not only the economy but for raving and the arts sector to be more accepted and recognised by society.
Why is it important for you both to be an advocate for women and LGTBQ+ folk? How else does your work support these communities?
ER: I think taking up space is super important in this scene that is still very male dominated and white washed just being here, can be inspirational.
SC: As queer women, working with, supporting and advocating for these communities are at the core of our beliefs. The record is very sassy and we love that about it. We hope it graces queer dance floors across the world.
Can we expect more collaborations from you both in the future?
ER: I’d like to think so, I’m sure we’ll have a few DJs shows up my sleeve and I’m always totally up for working head honcho big saldo, no one delivers up chuck quite like her.
SC: Eliza was actually the first artist I’ve properly collaborated with in the studio and it was a literal dream. She’s very inspiring to work with and I’m proud of what we’ve created. You can 100% expect a follow up EP from us!
Tell us about what you’ve got planned for 2025
ER: Super excited for new year, feels like a new chapter, new beginnings. Going back to the roots with an all vinyl tour plus a very unexpected MOBO nomination which really gives me hope for what’s to come. I’m working on some super exciting projects. Not just in music but across the spectrum of creativity.
SC: Starting the year in Australia, it’s always mental over this period and I love it! Will be doing a couple of US runs too which are always super fun. Definitely looking forward to a lot of studio time. The label schedule is looking fire for next year too, excited to welcome new artists to the label and to keep pushing the chunkier sound!
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The two trailblazers in underground club culture talk the joys of collective creation, and the message behind their “DR Pleasure EP”.
All photography by Declan Kelly
A mosaic of hedonistic world-building and vivacious production, the new EP from Hackney’s leading party-starter Eliza Rose and Belfast-born, Dublin-based beatsmith Sally C is undeniably effervescent work. The pair synergised with the intention of shutting down dancefloors across the globe, and “DR Pleasure EP” brings with it energy, a sense of community, and plenty of deft musicality from two towering names in the electronic space.
Below, Wonderland catch up with Sally and Eliza, talking the joys of collective creation, the growing impact of underground club culture, and the message behind their jamboree-of-an-EP.
Listen to “DR Pleasure EP”…
Read the exclusive interview….
What was it about each other that drew you to work together?
ER: Sally is one of my fave DJs and well as having one the best labels [Big Saldo’s Chunkers], plus I love working with girlies. So three big tick boxes for me.
SC: Yes to the girlies! Eliza’s voice!! It’s so unique I’m obsessed and I admire her imagination and multifaceted-ness, couldn’t wait to get in the studio together.
What was it like collaborating on the “DR Pleasure EP”?
ER: It was just so easy, in good way. Fun, free and a laugh and really just came together so naturally it felt right! We had a such a good time in the studio that day and all three tracks came together super quickly.
SC: Yeah things flowed so nicely and the bones of the EP came together that day, we were firmly in sync it just worked. I’ll never forget the energy in my studio that day!
ER: I think we knew we had made something quite special almost immediately. There’s a level of friendship I genuinely think can be felt in the track.
What are the elements that make a good collaboration?
ER: I think bringing out the best in one another is incredibly important, working together but also allowing the other person to shine. Let them do what they are best at, Sally is the very best at delivering up chunk, I like to think I can write a catchy hook so we really came together on this and created this EP. I feel so comfortable working with Sally which really makes for a good collaboration.
SC: Exactly, being comfortable is a huge aspect, and trust! I’m usually pretty closed off when it comes to the studio so this was a new experience for me but there was a strong level of trust from the get go and we bounced off each other so well. It was just a pure joy leaning into the vibe and creating together.
Where did the idea for the visuals come from?
SC: The label draws on inspiration from early house and hip house. This golden era had a big influence on all the tracks so the video aesthetic naturally emulates this. We envisioned a real old school feel and the creative team absolutely nailed this.
ER: We wanted to pay homage to this era we love so of course there was some major 90s energy, as well as a touch of girl power 00s nostalgia. We wanted the video to be as powerful as we felt making the songs and so there was some big boss bitch vibes up in there. It was super fun to make and we had an incredible all female team creating the videos. We worked with my long term creative collaborator Jeanie Crystal and it was fab for me to have 2 of my favourite creatives coming together
What’s the message of the “”DR Pleasure EP” and why do you think this resonates?
ER: Have fun, feel free, and do as doctor Rose, Saldo and Bashkka orders.
SC: DRs orders! Prescribing to the chunk.
ER: On a level of us as women in the music scene it’s all about sassy fabulousness on the dance floor, defo celebrating our innate female power. The EP itself being free one the dance floor, we are serving up a slice of care free hedonism.
SC: The concept of being the DRs of pleasure via chunk is very tongue in cheek and sassy but really the whole EP is about letting go on the dance floor and feeling confident and powerful!
You mention female empowerment, how important is this in the current climate both globally and within club culture?
ER: It’s very important I really do think that women, black female vocalist in particular have been part of making some of the most important electronic music in history, music that shapes us to this day
SC: 100% And I truly feel like Eliza is one of the greatest voices of our time. You’re shaping the way of today babe!
ER: Although times have definitely evolved we are still operating in a male favoured and dominated climate both globally and within club culture. We’re constantly fighting for equal billing, set times and fees on shows. It’s important to keep pushing for representation and equality within the industry and three women collaborating on a record on a female owned independent record label feeds into this visibility for younger artists.
Do you think underground scenes and club culture can have a wider impact on society? How do you see this playing out in the UK and Berlin?
ER: I think in the messed up times we are living in clubs and night life can create a space of freedom genuine positive connection which can only be a good thing.
SC: DIY, underground and queer spaces in both UK and Berlin have created exactly this and provide essential outlets for people to let go and use dance as a form of therapy. Berlin clubs are funded by the government as recognised cultural institutions which would be overwhelmingly beneficial for the UK too for not only the economy but for raving and the arts sector to be more accepted and recognised by society.
Why is it important for you both to be an advocate for women and LGTBQ+ folk? How else does your work support these communities?
ER: I think taking up space is super important in this scene that is still very male dominated and white washed just being here, can be inspirational.
SC: As queer women, working with, supporting and advocating for these communities are at the core of our beliefs. The record is very sassy and we love that about it. We hope it graces queer dance floors across the world.
Can we expect more collaborations from you both in the future?
ER: I’d like to think so, I’m sure we’ll have a few DJs shows up my sleeve and I’m always totally up for working head honcho big saldo, no one delivers up chuck quite like her.
SC: Eliza was actually the first artist I’ve properly collaborated with in the studio and it was a literal dream. She’s very inspiring to work with and I’m proud of what we’ve created. You can 100% expect a follow up EP from us!
Tell us about what you’ve got planned for 2025
ER: Super excited for new year, feels like a new chapter, new beginnings. Going back to the roots with an all vinyl tour plus a very unexpected MOBO nomination which really gives me hope for what’s to come. I’m working on some super exciting projects. Not just in music but across the spectrum of creativity.
SC: Starting the year in Australia, it’s always mental over this period and I love it! Will be doing a couple of US runs too which are always super fun. Definitely looking forward to a lot of studio time. The label schedule is looking fire for next year too, excited to welcome new artists to the label and to keep pushing the chunkier sound!
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