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Oh yes, oh yes!
Carl Cox was instrumental in the birth of dance music culture and is still the heartbeat of the global dance music scene.
From warm up DJ at Paul Oakenfold's 'Future' to the opening night of the legendary 'Shoom' and unlicensed rave DJ billed as 'The People's Choice' at unlicensed raves to a global headline main stage artist playing across the world, Carl has been everything from a recording artist and producer to label owner, radio DJ and broadcaster. Oh yes, oh yes! tells the story, in his own words, of the man known as 'the three deck wizard' and the King of Ibiza; a DJ who remains at the very top of his game and continues to innovate and thrill music-lovers on the world's biggest stages.
Starting off as a shelf-stacker and a scaffolder in the south London suburbs, Carl's phenomenal talents as a DJ grew out of his love of music and knowledge of soundsystem culture. In Oh yes, oh yes! he looks back over a life lived at the heart of the party, from Ibiza to Melbourne to Burning Man, and a career that in many ways is the story of club culture and a righteous inspiration to all those who choose to follow their dreams. Told in the voice of a true evangelist, Oh yes, oh yes! is a remarkably candid and intimate portrait of an artist who has never lost touch with the people who share the dancefloor with him.
From warm up DJ at Paul Oakenfold's 'Future' to the opening night of the legendary 'Shoom' and unlicensed rave DJ billed as 'The People's Choice' at unlicensed raves to a global headline main stage artist playing across the world, Carl has been everything from a recording artist and producer to label owner, radio DJ and broadcaster. Oh yes, oh yes! tells the story, in his own words, of the man known as 'the three deck wizard' and the King of Ibiza; a DJ who remains at the very top of his game and continues to innovate and thrill music-lovers on the world's biggest stages.
Starting off as a shelf-stacker and a scaffolder in the south London suburbs, Carl's phenomenal talents as a DJ grew out of his love of music and knowledge of soundsystem culture. In Oh yes, oh yes! he looks back over a life lived at the heart of the party, from Ibiza to Melbourne to Burning Man, and a career that in many ways is the story of club culture and a righteous inspiration to all those who choose to follow their dreams. Told in the voice of a true evangelist, Oh yes, oh yes! is a remarkably candid and intimate portrait of an artist who has never lost touch with the people who share the dancefloor with him.
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First published January 1, 2021
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August 23, 2021
Carl Cox is an amazing dj. If you give into it he will rock your world. This book is great on history although I found it poorly ghost written and while it convered the breadth of his experiences, it stayed completely on the surface with no real depth or themes explored. It'll sell to the masses well enough although there's definitely more to the man and life than is told.
September 19, 2022
A bit of a different read to my normal choice. Carl Cox has had a long and successful career as a DJ and was instrumental in the birth of dance scene music. I remember him from the nineties and my 20 year old daughter has been to raves this year and seen him command the dance floor. I enjoyed this and finding out more about his amazing career , particularly his tales about Ibiza. I would have liked to have felt more of an insight however into Carl as a person. Still an interesting read.
October 13, 2021
What A Legend
Really loved the flow of this book.
Carl has worked so hard to get where he is today.
Well done to him.
What a lovely fella.
If you are into music this is a must read.
Really loved the flow of this book.
Carl has worked so hard to get where he is today.
Well done to him.
What a lovely fella.
If you are into music this is a must read.
September 11, 2021
I first learned of Carl Cox on a VHS concert of Fantazia, he was unique then and still remains an icon now. Thoroughly enjoyed his book and that he would even spend a chapter on mental health. Oh yes!
November 1, 2021
Decent read. Carl Cox is a man I’ve known about for years, without really knowing much about him. I’ve always liked dance music and started dabbling more seriously with trance and stuff in my early 20s and hitting Ibiza without really knowing what I was doing and tried really hard to “understand” techno because I’ve always felt like I’m missing something. He comes across as a passionate, extremely hardworking and very nice guy. But the book didn’t give me much of an insight into his life, more a deeper understanding of just how much he’s achieved in a relatively short space of time. And it’s staggering amounts of success. I almost feel bad giving this a 3 (which is NOT a bad score) but I actually feel this benefitted me more as a casual outsider than a long-term fan even though I assume this is aimed at the fans. I just like books about music. On the plus side, I’m going to delve in to some of CCs mixes and see if it’s given me any more insight into one if the greats. If this guy can’t get me in to techno, I guess no one can.
April 19, 2022
The technicality of Carl Cox is understated - his style of DJing is heavily hip hop influenced, propelling the simple act of playing record after record into sheer artistry with his signature utilisation of 808 cuts and breakbeat/bassline blending. The so-called ‘three deck wizard’ chops genre-spanning tracks in and out with tenacity, vigor and a huge smile. Energy comes from his recognition that a techno set is a journey with the crowd - electronic music is much more than just a type of music or a genre or even a culture. It is a feeling based upon forming connections with people whilst having a good time, which is why it continues getting stronger and stronger.
From the London soul clubs and then acid house raves, to modern commercial supersets and Ibiza residencies, Cox has retained immense relevancy demonstrating a constant ability to change, flow and adapt. This thoroughly enjoyable to read book also tells of his come up, truly an inspiring example of working class ascendance and passion for creativity - with a healthy amount of anti establishment sentiment re. illegal startup of free parties and subsequent 94’ criminal justice and public order act.
He writes in such a way that is simple and eloquent, speaking tenderly also on the topic of mental health, drugs and fame & their relation to the party scene through the years. The book is great fun to read, and he writes insightfully about the rise and fall of various musical movements, scenes, clubs, bands, records, promoters, producers, parties and people. He is the complete DJ, also the DJs DJ. Records come to life when he plays them, rooms come to life when he rocks them. His enthusiasm is infectious, his commitment complete.
From the London soul clubs and then acid house raves, to modern commercial supersets and Ibiza residencies, Cox has retained immense relevancy demonstrating a constant ability to change, flow and adapt. This thoroughly enjoyable to read book also tells of his come up, truly an inspiring example of working class ascendance and passion for creativity - with a healthy amount of anti establishment sentiment re. illegal startup of free parties and subsequent 94’ criminal justice and public order act.
He writes in such a way that is simple and eloquent, speaking tenderly also on the topic of mental health, drugs and fame & their relation to the party scene through the years. The book is great fun to read, and he writes insightfully about the rise and fall of various musical movements, scenes, clubs, bands, records, promoters, producers, parties and people. He is the complete DJ, also the DJs DJ. Records come to life when he plays them, rooms come to life when he rocks them. His enthusiasm is infectious, his commitment complete.
October 22, 2021
Was going to knock it down a star as sometimes the chronology is really confusing, but I can't do that to Coxy!
As enthusiastic and infectious as the man himself, this is a must read for anyone who has been part of the club and rave scene. Fantastic (fantastic!) memories and recollections, the lists are terrific fun as well. He touches on some of the darker sides of the club scene as well for balance.
Absolute legend.
I didn't read a Kindle edition, I am the happy owner of a signed hardback, but Goodreads in its wisdom claims hardbacks don't exist for this book.
As enthusiastic and infectious as the man himself, this is a must read for anyone who has been part of the club and rave scene. Fantastic (fantastic!) memories and recollections, the lists are terrific fun as well. He touches on some of the darker sides of the club scene as well for balance.
Absolute legend.
I didn't read a Kindle edition, I am the happy owner of a signed hardback, but Goodreads in its wisdom claims hardbacks don't exist for this book.
November 15, 2022
Separating Carl Cox the electronic music pioneer from Carl Cox the author was an easy task after reading this book.
On one hand you have a man who can rock a vintage house set in the afternoon and a Berlinese techno set till the early hours.
On the other, you have a book that didn't get into the detail that I imagine most Carl Cox fans would've been looking forward to.
We needed to hear more about Ibiza and the 90s.
Admittedly the memories from a good part of that decade must've been lost in the partying ether.
On one hand you have a man who can rock a vintage house set in the afternoon and a Berlinese techno set till the early hours.
On the other, you have a book that didn't get into the detail that I imagine most Carl Cox fans would've been looking forward to.
We needed to hear more about Ibiza and the 90s.
Admittedly the memories from a good part of that decade must've been lost in the partying ether.
January 16, 2022
Loved it! I’ve always been a big Carl Cox fan so I really enjoyed reading his story about how he started out and how he achieved his unimaginable success! You can feel his personality leaping off of the pages and reading this brought back some amazing memories for me! I just want to go clubbing again now!
November 4, 2025
I bought this a while ago for my husband and he suggested I read it since we've got tickets to see him next year.
It was really refreshing hearing him talk about how much he loves his craft and how much joy it brings him. Pairing this with his hard work to keep moving forward (always with a smile) is very motivating.
A really nice history in dance music progression too.
It was really refreshing hearing him talk about how much he loves his craft and how much joy it brings him. Pairing this with his hard work to keep moving forward (always with a smile) is very motivating.
A really nice history in dance music progression too.
April 13, 2022
Really enjoyed learning about Carl Cox’s life, who’s one of my all time favourite DJs. However, I felt like the book was a bit all over the places at points, so it didn’t flow that well. Well worth a read, just not a classic.
May 14, 2022
I have met Carl Cox a few times in Ibiza and it was an amazing experience to meet a world class DJ with no ego.
Reading his book has been amazing from start to finish and I recommend anyone to pick this book up to read.
Oh Yes Oh Yes you will enjoy it
Reading his book has been amazing from start to finish and I recommend anyone to pick this book up to read.
Oh Yes Oh Yes you will enjoy it
June 5, 2022
Brings back many happy memories. Carl Cox passion for music is infectious and I have the hugest respect for him. He has no idea how much influence he had in my misspent youth. Carl Cox DJ is integral to so many peoples best nights out - what an accolade! Happy days. Let the music play on……
July 20, 2022
Beefed up by lists and praise from others, this is nonetheless The Story of the rave era through one of its superstars. Very good on the early days of UK rave music, especially the early 90s, then moving to the superclubs and Ibiza. Some fine anecdotes and lots of optimism from CC.
January 2, 2024
I don’t judge this book based on writing (not the focus), but I loved hearing about Carl’s stories. He is one of the greatest producers in the world and reading this book takes you to the behind-the-scenes of how he got there and what that means
November 11, 2025
Oh yes Carl! Not particularly well written & jumps around a lot but a fantastic book for a peek at the industry, its history + Carl’s contributions. And you just have to love Carl, the impact he’s made, and his positive outlook on life
October 25, 2021
Nice one, top one, get sorted... Quality
December 18, 2021
Very nice.
February 7, 2022
Was real good. Wish Carl woulda dived into things in a bit more detail esp about Ibiza.
March 5, 2022
Overall a good book filled with fun stories and insights into DJ life! Literary wise it’s not the best and clear it’s a celebrity autobiography, but no one’s reading this for it’s ground breaking prose so don’t be surprised! A fun book none the less.
June 22, 2022
Insightful
Really enjoyable read, you can hear Carl's passion for music in each and every word. A true pioneer of electronic music
Really enjoyable read, you can hear Carl's passion for music in each and every word. A true pioneer of electronic music
April 5, 2023
Interesting part when Coxy talks about his room getting full of vynil records. He is an incredible source of knowledge. Widely known for his collection
May 3, 2023
Awesome awesome book. Carl Cox is one of my heroes so I knew I would like this book. Dance music fans need to read this
February 1, 2024
Oh Yes Oh yes..Bondi Beach NYE millennium
May 28, 2025
I wouldn’t call this structured or well-written but I love Carl even more than before.
June 19, 2025
OG DJ and the reason the dance music scene is where it is today. Don’t expect everyone to dive into his story so I’d offer a substitution of reading an autobiography of someone you deeply enjoy or an originator in a field you find interesting
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