Episode 19: MC Flux 'Rhymes & Crimes' Special, Part 2

[@John20101977]

This story of Flux is jaw dropping, someone who gets himself caught up in all sorts of dark and dangerous addictions/activities. This interview gets very dark and respect to MC Flux for opening up and talking openly & honestly about his life journey. I was just expecting talk about the rave scene but this podcast talks about his split persona, the “Dirty 30 crew” and drug addiction to name a few. It’s nice to hear that MC Flex is still going strong but more importantly he’s turned his life around. Great example to others who find themselves in a dark place. It made me think back to the rave scene & culture in the 90s. It was great, that’s for sure but it definitely did have a darker side that mostly involved massive temptations with drugs. like most ravers in the 90s I did see friends get addicted to harder drugs like heroin and the affects were devastating. So sad 😞

[@juliaboguslawska4794]

I admire this guy's honesty. Another great interview btw.

[@ROARUKPods]

Thanks!

[@dc110770]

Most interesting yet, compulsive listening!

[@qbass00]

This is an amazing interview. They’ve all been great but this is on another level.

[@ROARUKPods]

Cheers mate, what did you enjoy most?

[@qbass00]

@@ROARUKPods As others in the comments said, the honesty and depth. It's rare to hear anyone, especially from this scene, willing to share so much about their background and personal life.

[@Fringeyman]

Amazing story. I really hope a film producer is taking note of some of these stories, they should be films! Congrats on another top class episode and also the British Library archiving. Well deserved!

[@ROARUKPods]

We have our own plans there!

[@ianm5742]

What a fantastic insight into how some of the artists at this time were rolling. As a raver during this period, I remember attending these raves and perceiving these events from a different angle. It's fascinating to hear what was going on behind the scenes. Big up Tom.

[@oggyraverbabyghost]

Absolutely amazing interview, really honest & in depth with no holds barred. & loved the fact that Flux says it makes no sense about becoming a heroin addict, it doesn’t but at the time it does it’s completely mental I’ve known people who have been addicts and they have said the same thing. Loving these interviews thank you guys for the amazing content.

[@ICKYSICK]

Flux, done bad things, but no bad mind, you are a real life inspiration and one of a kind. Original jungle mc with that inta natty style to keep us bubbling, always have your lyrics on our mind

[@Aceface007]

Flux coming at us with real thoughtful insight.

[@juliajulencja]

This is the comment from Pete Nice who wrote the book: Part 2 of the MC Flux interview he could have gone another 4 or 5 hours to tell his tale. In the foreword in his book I wrote......Think what you want of him and judge him as most people do and will continue to do once they read the book. All I would say is remember this - much as he has been a pain in the arse, he has had a lot of struggles and issues to cope with and he may still continue to make the same mistakes. To me he is one of the most stand up people you could ever meet and if shit was going down, he’s definitely someone you would want in your corner. He’s also a very funny guy and I’m proud to have him as a friend. It has been great recollecting many of the memories of how we used to be. He’ll always be the same old Flux in my eyes, full of ups and downs and dramas, but more than this, he’ll always be my brother. This is his story.

[@TakeMeBackPirateRadio]

You're great person for supporting him and can relate to the work you do and have nothing love and respect for you!!!

[@TSNNH]

Cut out the „could“ - Fulltime Flux has to Happen as he is one of the very very best MCs to ever existed!!! 🙌🏻

[@factnotifaction8019]

I agree...if you forget about stevie,fearless,det,skibba,shabz,eksman,fun,herbzie,shortsman,bass,trigga,juice man,gq,.....my man talks a lot of sense but he wasn't the greatest mc.

[@andrewyoung3799]

@@factnotifaction8019 depends what you like from an mc I suppose

[@simonlidbetter175]

I loved flux as an mc, loved his style and bars. He knew just when to chat and when to stop. Check out the Heat, Hastings pier 1998 set Nicki B...... Flux, Skibba and Shabba..... Flux is outstanding on the mic and proves he can match their bars 👌🏽

[@mrjapiapian8126]

This was really cool to listen to. Don't normally listen to podcasts but this kept my attention all the way through.

[@SlapDashVideos]

More pure honesty in this 2nd half of the interview. Love it! 👌 Big up Flux and Tom for telling this fascinating story so well with the time you had. 🤝 Howz ya meaaannn! 🙌💥🙌

[@Sykee1983]

Great work Tom. Another superb podcast.

[@93raver09]

Honest and raw remember Flux at Dreamscape. Well done Tom and the crew great work.

[@ROARUKPods]

Cheers pal.

[@bb-lp1ym]

great work tom, loving the interviews big up flux saw him at quest and dreamscape...

[@rossko727]

Flux back at the top! Would love to see it

[@djsmokeystayhigh632]

Flux big up honest interview I'm gunna be cheeky and say you free for our radio show 😁😁😁😁😁

[@johnnymatter93]

Really interesting interview. There’s a great book by Ron Johnson called “The Psychopath Test” that also describes the split personality that Carl describes.

[@ROARUKPods]

Jon Ronson. 😉

[@johnnymatter93]

@@ROARUKPods 😂that’s the fella

[@DJGoldTrigger]

FIRST AGAIN !! BIG UP MR FLUX THANK YOU SIR !! TOM NICE ONE BROTHER !!

[@nathanielf48]

Honest great guy unless you been on the 🐝 you don't kno or understand. I'm glad to see Carl is a positive fella today.

[@abelmanmoth1]

Thanks Tom for another great interview. First heard Flux on a Zinc/Randall mixtape from Innovation live on KISS FM.His voice totally suited the darker 90s hardstep/techstep sound. Whats the best way to keep up to date with ROAR if not on social media?

[@ROARUKPods]

Here mate! Every now and again we do updates to our mailing list if you add your email on our website, the90sravepodcast.co.uk.

[@ROARUKPods]

And do chuck us a few quid if you can! gofundme.com/the90sravepodcast

[@paulhurst8113]

Moral of the story- mess with flux at your peril

[@nikko7507]

wish I still had my dreamscape 14 pack ....Flux and Jumpin Jack Frost Dreamscape 14 😊 Slamming

[@ROARUKPods]

Take your pick! kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZ6tdnqPhdKIp5o soundcloud.com/eaxsound/jumping-jack-frost-dreamscape-14-the-halloween-ball-29101994 www.mixcloud.com/rickywalker167/jumping-jack-frost-mc-flux-dreamscape-14-the-halloween-ball-29th-oct-1994/

[@nikko7507]

Cheers mate , got dem now ,nice one ...but it’s nice to have the retro tapes !! Ps You gotta get Easygroove / Digger / Robbie Dee together for a interview

[@glynwilliams4853]

Listened to that tonight.❤

[@awall7635]

Rave at 5 mins Mantra @ Brighton Event June 92, remember it well, kicked off proper, CS gas the lot, dancefloor was a fucking war zone!!

[@sooty69er]

Remember it too. Me and my three mates were fucked outside with streaming eyes from the c.s gas for ages, had to get water from one of the kebab shops on West St....nice to clear up the memory 😅

[@juliaboguslawska4794]

Why isn't the girl in the recent interviews? She added to it nicely.

[@ROARUKPods]

Creative differences around moving to all video...

[@leolicursi3536]

Loads people from scene got into smack

[@JL-nk1pc]

who

[@nickybower9981]

Charlie sergeant got lifed off for killing Chris castle,both C18

[@ROARUKPods]

Yep