Interview with Steven Braines (Head of Events at Defected/Glitterbox)
With Defected and Glitterbox now occupying cult status on the global clubbing map, few names feel as in sync with their moment as Steven Braines. Recently appointed Head of Events for both brands, Braines brings more than just experience—he brings a reputation built on inclusivity, risk-taking, and community-building at scale. His track record spans decades of work behind the scenes as an artist manager and cultural leader, plus the genre-defying, proudly queer platform HE.SHE.THEY, which he co-founded and continues to run in parallel. In this exclusive interview, we dive into how Braines balances intimacy with scale, stays grounded while producing some of the most…