Destructo: "In the past, it was just a big party. Now it's about the message"

Los Angeles hero Gary Richards (also known as Destructo) has had quite a year of changes. After leaving behind his own company HARD - the umbrella company of HARD Summer and Holy Ship! - and making the jump over to a new position at LiveStyle, the company created from the remnants of what was formerly known as SFX, it's no surprise that Richards has plenty updates to share about upcoming music, tours and of course, brand new event excursions.

Also included in this week's episode, co-hosts Valerie and Harrison also discuss a variety of current and controversial topics like drum 'n' bass artist Mistabishi's racist comments, Madam X's uninvited interruption on Holy Ship and a DJ taking his shot to DJ Prince Harry's wedding.

Our top premieres this week feature standout gems from Harvard Bass & SHADED, Sebo K, Tiga and Darius Syrossian.

Listen to this week's episode of On Rotation below.

Catch Destructo on his 'Let's Be Friends' North American tour, ongoing now through March. Find tour stops and ticket info here. Listen to his latest track 'Shots to the Dome' here.

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