Toni Shelton, also known as “Disco Toni,” a trailblazing figure in Chicago’s house music scene. She reflects on her early days attending and promoting parties as a teenager in iconic clubs like The Warehouse and The Music Box. Despite not being a fan of disco music, her nickname stuck from high school. Toni shares her views on the origins of house music, emphasizing it as a cultural evolution rather than the creation of a single individual or track. She discusses her role as a female promoter in a male-dominated industry, the inclusivity of the house music community, and her continued passion for organizing events. Now, Toni enjoys traveling and exploring personal projects, including her past experience building a tiny house.
Everything House Music & More… The Podcast
These episodes will bring you up close and personal with some of the Pioneers of House Music. This genre was born and created in Chicago by young Black American teens doing what they love, creating HOUSE MUSIC which is known all over the world. House Music has given rise to many successful sub genres, including one of the biggest selling genres, EDM. Today, House Music finds itself center stage as major artists, like Beyonce and Drake, have released House Albums. Chicago…stand up!!!
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