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Glasgow DJ Bakes Backpack Stolen at Londons Euston Station
When the sun rose over London on July 5, 2026, a Glasgow‑based DJ found his world turned upside down at the bustling heart of Euston Station.
The victim was none other than DJ Bake, who had just finished a set for the collective Expert Death at Ormside Projects the night before. The following day, he announced the loss on Instagram Stories, detailing a backpack that had held both his personal essentials and the lifeblood of his craft.
The bag was a compact repository of medicine, a laptop, several hard drives, a wallet, earplugs, headphones and, most painfully, a large portion of Bake’s current music collection. In the post, the DJ wrote, “I’ve lost the majority of my current music collection, which kills me,” and added that he was unsure how he would recover from the loss.
Bake confirmed that he had reported the theft to the police and thanked the promoter at Ormside Projects for the “overwhelming kindness and accommodation” shown during his stay in the city.
Euston Station, one of London’s busiest railway hubs, handles both national and international routes. Its high passenger volume and complex layout make it a frequent target for pickpocketing, especially during periods of heavy commuter traffic. The incident occurred amid engineering works that had disrupted services on July 4 and 5, adding to the station’s congestion.
Ormside Projects, located on Euston Road, is a well‑known venue for underground and techno events. The club’s compact layout is designed to create an intimate clubbing experience and has hosted a range of local and international DJs.
Bake has built a reputation in the Scottish and UK dance scenes through a mix of live DJ sets and production work. Prior to the theft, he had performed at several venues across Scotland, including Glasgow’s Flying Duck, which announced its closure later that month.
The loss of the majority of his music collection could affect Bake’s upcoming performances. His setlists are often built around specific tracks and mixes stored on his hard drives, and the loss of these files may require him to recreate or replace material for future gigs.
At present, the police have taken a report of the theft, and Bake has not indicated whether he has identified any suspects or recovered any of the stolen items. The incident highlights the risks that touring musicians face when transporting valuable equipment and personal belongings.
The incident has drawn attention from the local music community, with several fellow DJs and promoters expressing support for Bake on social media. No further details about the investigation have been released.
As of the time of publication, Bake remains in Glasgow, and there are no announced plans for rescheduling the London shows that were affected by the theft. The DJ’s next public appearance is expected to be a return to Glasgow’s club scene, where he has performed regularly.
The theft underscores the importance of security measures for touring artists, especially when traveling through large transit hubs. While no additional incidents have been reported in connection with this theft, the music industry continues to monitor such events to improve safety protocols for performers.
For now, Bake’s focus is on recovering his music collection and preparing for future performances. The community has pledged to support him through the recovery process.
The victim was none other than DJ Bake, who had just finished a set for the collective Expert Death at Ormside Projects the night before. The following day, he announced the loss on Instagram Stories, detailing a backpack that had held both his personal essentials and the lifeblood of his craft.
The bag was a compact repository of medicine, a laptop, several hard drives, a wallet, earplugs, headphones and, most painfully, a large portion of Bake’s current music collection. In the post, the DJ wrote, “I’ve lost the majority of my current music collection, which kills me,” and added that he was unsure how he would recover from the loss.
Bake confirmed that he had reported the theft to the police and thanked the promoter at Ormside Projects for the “overwhelming kindness and accommodation” shown during his stay in the city.
Euston Station, one of London’s busiest railway hubs, handles both national and international routes. Its high passenger volume and complex layout make it a frequent target for pickpocketing, especially during periods of heavy commuter traffic. The incident occurred amid engineering works that had disrupted services on July 4 and 5, adding to the station’s congestion.
Ormside Projects, located on Euston Road, is a well‑known venue for underground and techno events. The club’s compact layout is designed to create an intimate clubbing experience and has hosted a range of local and international DJs.
Bake has built a reputation in the Scottish and UK dance scenes through a mix of live DJ sets and production work. Prior to the theft, he had performed at several venues across Scotland, including Glasgow’s Flying Duck, which announced its closure later that month.
The loss of the majority of his music collection could affect Bake’s upcoming performances. His setlists are often built around specific tracks and mixes stored on his hard drives, and the loss of these files may require him to recreate or replace material for future gigs.
At present, the police have taken a report of the theft, and Bake has not indicated whether he has identified any suspects or recovered any of the stolen items. The incident highlights the risks that touring musicians face when transporting valuable equipment and personal belongings.
The incident has drawn attention from the local music community, with several fellow DJs and promoters expressing support for Bake on social media. No further details about the investigation have been released.
As of the time of publication, Bake remains in Glasgow, and there are no announced plans for rescheduling the London shows that were affected by the theft. The DJ’s next public appearance is expected to be a return to Glasgow’s club scene, where he has performed regularly.
The theft underscores the importance of security measures for touring artists, especially when traveling through large transit hubs. While no additional incidents have been reported in connection with this theft, the music industry continues to monitor such events to improve safety protocols for performers.
For now, Bake’s focus is on recovering his music collection and preparing for future performances. The community has pledged to support him through the recovery process.
