William Noglows is the creator of Super Progressive, which is the leading Progressive House interview podcast in the world. Launching his podcast at the age of 26 during the Covid Pandemic, William’s goal was to educate a new generation of clubbers about the history and roots of progressive house music, while also bringing longtime fans closer to their favorite DJs and Producers. William has featured pioneering artists like Paul Oakenfold, Danny Tenaglia, Hernan Cattaneo, Nick Warren, Dave Seaman, Anthony Pappa, Danny Howells, Nick Muir, and Quivver, as well as current stars like Yotto, Ezequiel Arias, and Mike Rish.
Where in the world are you right now?
Right now, I’m in Manchester, UK after finishing an opening gig for Anthony Pappa here.
Introduce yourself in a few sentences
I’m a music journalist and I started my channel Super Progressive to discover the history of progressive house. I have my YouTube podcast where I do long-form interviews with DJ legends and ascending talents, and my Instagram channel where I share archival DJ clips and my opinions on the scene. Recently, I’ve been DJing more as an opening DJ. I’m really passionate about music history. Outside of Super Progressive, I like to cook with my girlfriend, surf, and just exercise and spend a lot of time outside.
Do you have any other aliases past or present?
My real name is William but everyone knows me as Super Progressive.
You’ve made a remarkable impact on the progressive scene with your podcast, how did this come about and what does the podcast mean to you?
Thank you. I first started my podcast during the pandemic. I had just moved to Los Angeles, and my older cousin Ned, who is one-half of the production duo Sultan + Shepard, gifted me his old Global Underground collection. After learning that there is an entire generation of clubbers around the world who still love these mixes, I wanted to create a podcast where I could interview the DJs who really pioneered the progressive sound. I knew the longtime clubbers would enjoy it, but I also wanted to introduce this history to younger clubbers because I think it’s important.
The podcast means everything to me! I always leave each episode feeling very inspired. The artists I interview have an unparalleled passion for this music, so it’s always very inspiring to learn about their mindset and approach to DJing.
Who’s been your top guest so far?
I definitely can’t choose just one. It’s been an honor to interview legends like Danny Tenaglia, Hernan Cattaneo, Paul Oakenfold, Nick Warren, Anthony Pappa, Dave Seaman, Steve Lawler, and so many others. I think the most fun I’ve ever had doing an interview was when Sander Kleinenberg gave me a music history tour of Amsterdam on the back of his motor scooter. We went to a bunch of different venues and studios and it was an experience I’ll never forget and it all translated really great on video.
If you could have any guest on the podcast who would it be?
John Digweed and Sasha. That pretty much goes unsaid. I hope it happens one day.
If you could collaborate with any artist, past or present, who would it be?
Probably Karl Hyde and Rick Smith of Underworld. Everything, Everything is my favorite live album ever. Rick Smith is one of the greatest producers of all time, and I am incredibly inspired by Karl Hyde’s contribution and energy. If I were to ever begin making my own music, I’d want to team up with someone because I think I would want to emulate what Karl Hyde does.
Can you share a specific moment where music helped you realise a personal or creative aspiration?
Interviewing Danny Tenaglia really changed my life. He was the guest on the third episode of my podcast in Los Angeles, and he said if I ever wanted to move back home to New Jersey to work with him as his social media manager he would hire me. I moved home the next month. I learned so much about music from him, and it also gave Super Progressive a new sense of legitimacy, so that changed a lot for me.
How would you encourage emerging artists wanting to break through?
I think a lot of artists have a hit list of labels they want to release with, but I think it’s more important to aim to produce music that your favorite DJs will play out. Having your favorite DJs playing out your tracks will always lead to exciting things, so that’s what I would recommend.
Share your favourite clubbing memory.
I think my first time ever going to Stereo was probably the best clubbing experience of my life. Danny Tenaglia was playing and end ended up DJing for 16 hours. We got there right when the first beat dropped at the opening set at midnight. I had no idea what an actual marathon meant. I thought Danny was going to play for 6 hours or something like that. I actually had to go sleep for a little in the middle because I was just so unprepared for what Stereo was all about. But I came back to the club for the final few hours. After understanding the flow of a night at Stereo, I successfully made it through an entire Hernana Cattaneo marathon there and then an entire John Digweed marathon there, so now I feel like I know what I’m doing.
Provide an outlandish rider.
A 12-pack of Harmless Harvest Coconut Water and a Kindle.
Describe yourself using a famous quote..
“I am a Jedi… Like my father before me”
Which song do you wish you’d written? (Include a YouTube link)
The Boat Dreams from the Hill – Jawbreaker
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aogeXRqhETg
Music is…
endless.
Tell us about your plans for 2025.
I’m really stoked to be a brand partner of Balance Croatia and I will be doing a crazy amount of coverage there!
