DJ Sarah Chapman — Brighton House Pioneer

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Still commanding dance floors worldwide—catch Sarah at these events

Sat 27 June 2026

Voodoo Festival 2026

University of Chichester Campus

3pm - 11pm

Oldskool Classic House Vinyl Set in the Sterns tent

One of the UK's first female DJs returns to Sterns for a legendary oldskool classic house vinyl set. From Empire Club Bognor Regis to festival stages—still commanding the dance floor after decades.

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From intimate club nights to major festivals—bring a true pioneer to your dance floor.

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About

One of the First Female House DJs in the UK

Sarah Chapman is a pivotal figure in UK house music history—a true pioneer whose influence spans from Brighton's underground clubs to international stages, from pirate radio to Kiss FM performances.

"Sarah Chapman is a total inspiration to many, a wonderful person, and a phenomenal DJ who played at some of the most legendary venues in UK house music history."

— Fellow DJs and promoters

Brighton House Pioneer

One of the first female DJs in the UK house music scene, Sarah commanded legendary venues across Brighton and the South Coast throughout the 1990s and beyond. From the Empire in Bognor Regis to Zap Club and Escape Club in Brighton, to residencies spanning Portsmouth and the Isle of Wight—Sarah built an empire of dance floors.

Her "Tonic at the Empire" residency in Bognor Regis became the stuff of legend, while performances at Glasgow's Sub Club and Sterns cemented her reputation as a DJ who could command any room, anywhere.

Radio Legend

Sarah's radio career spans pirate stations to commercial success—performances on Kiss FM showcased her skills to a national audience, while her deep connection to the scene made her a trusted voice for BBC Radio 1.

Featured on Face Magazine covers and BBC Television's New Year Sports Roundup (1996), Sarah's influence extended far beyond the DJ booth—she was a cultural force shaping UK dance music history.

Still Commanding Dance Floors

From the 90s golden era to modern festival stages, Sarah continues to command dance floors with the same precision, skill, and commanding presence that made her a pioneer. Recent appearances at Sterns tent show that decades of experience translate into timeless performances.

Sound

The Sarah Chapman Sound

Soulful, high-energy sets full of the joy that defined early house music. Known for her crate-digging flair and warm mixing style, her sets were packed with funky basslines, soulful vocals, and pure house flavour.

Uplifting House • American Garage • 90s Classics

Residencies

Commanding the South Coast

Sarah's legendary club residencies spanned the entire South Coast, each with its own vibe and dedicated following.

Brighton

Zap Club Escape Club Shark Bar

Home base venues in the heart of Brighton's legendary house music scene. Thursday nights at Shark Bar were fabulous.

Portsmouth

Popular

Established following in the naval city's vibrant club scene

Bognor Regis

Bangin'

High-energy sets at the seaside town's premier dance destination

Sterns

Sizzlin'

Red-hot residency showcasing cutting-edge house music

BCM

Blisterin'

Scorching sets at one of the scene's most respected venues

Isle of Wight

Doin' Alright

Cross-water residency bringing mainland energy to the island

"From Bognor to Magaluf" started right here

Flyer Archive

The 90s Brighton Scene

Original flyers, venue posters, and promotional material from the golden era

These flyers tell the story of Brighton's underground house scene - from warehouse raves to legendary club nights. Each one a piece of dance music history.

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Radio

From Pirate to Prime Time

Sarah's radio journey spans from underground pirate stations to major commercial broadcasters.

The Underground Years

Started on pirate radio, bringing underground house music to listeners who couldn't find it anywhere else. Raw, authentic, and fearless broadcasting.

Friends FM • Radioactive • Surf FM

Commercial Success

Graduated to major commercial stations, with regular performances on Kiss FM establishing her reputation nationally. Her insider knowledge of the scene made her a trusted voice for industry professionals and fans alike.

BBC Radio 1 • Kiss FM • Surf 107.2 • Juice 107.2

BBC Recognition

Music featured on BBC Television New Year Sports Roundup (1996). As a trusted voice for BBC Radio 1, Sarah provided weekend scene updates when the legendary Pete Tong needed to know what was happening on the ground.

BBC Television • BBC Radio 1

Press & Recognition

Three Decades of Credibility

From national newspapers to peer testimonials - voices spanning the entire arc of Sarah's career

The Independent (1995)

"There's nothing like DJ-ing. It's the biggest buzz…. (apart from flying jets!)"

— Sarah Chapman, 28

Martin Webb (2026)

"One of the most inspirational women I know - a real role model for anyone chasing their dreams."

— Brighton entrepreneur & mayoral candidate

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DJ Mixes

Listen Now

Classic house mixes and recent sets spanning decades of dance floor excellence

Mixcloud

Full DJ sets and classic mixes from the 90s to today

Listen on Mixcloud

SoundCloud

Additional sets, edits, and productions

SoundCloud Profile

Featured Mix

Club Classics Mix Tape Vol.1 - Side 1

Sarah's legendary Brighton house music mix showcasing the soulful, high-energy sound that defined the era.

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Discography

Releases & Productions

Original productions, compilations, and featured appearances

Discogs

Complete discography & vinyl collection

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Contact

Get In Touch

Whether you're looking to book Sarah for your event, discuss a remix, or just want to connect—we'd love to hear from you.

Professional Inquiries

For DJ bookings, remix requests, and professional collaborations

sarah@djsarahchapman.com