Mr Scruff

There are DJs, and then there's Andy Carthy – better known to dancefloors across the world as Mr. Scruff. This Manchester legend has spent four decades perfecting the art of making people move, bringing an infectious curiosity and genuine joy to every set that's impossible to fake.

Since 1984, Scruff's been on a mission to connect the dots between sounds most people would never think to put together. Soul melts into reggae, jazz slides into house, afrobeat meets hip-hop – all woven together with the kind of playful intuition that only comes from someone who genuinely loves music more than the industry around it. His 25-year Manchester residency 'Keep It Unreal' isn't just a night out; it's proof that when you lead with passion over profit, people keep coming back.

What makes Scruff perfect for Flash? Everything. He's obsessive about sound quality (arriving hours early with his mixer and effects to dial in the perfect setup), he thrives in intimate settings where he can actually connect with the crowd, and he's a proud patron of the Music Venue Trust – someone who gets that the best experiences happen when you keep things small, authentic, and community-focused.

Picture this: Golden hour on a Tuscan airstrip, the Chianti hills glowing in the distance, and Scruff behind the decks for one of those long, sun-drenched sets he's famous for. This is a DJ who understands that the magic happens when the technical perfection is invisible and the creativity can run free. Expect the unexpected, bring your dancing shoes, and prepare for a masterclass in what happens when 40 years of crate-digging meets a crowd ready to move.