Interviews

Paris Holley - 10

If we came back to mine after a long dance party, things are definitely just going to get more unpredictable from here. Paris Holley's 10 is, for me, a perfect sensual way to open our night. It feels like stepping into a little world of our own - somewhere intimate and slightly mysterious - and I'd definitely be preparing for what's about to follow!

Can - One More Night

I really love the hypnotic and peaceful energy of this one, which I think makes it perfect for a late-night session and for embracing the weirdness of the night. One More Night is a beautiful krautrock and avant-funk piece that feels made for the kind of late-night gathering we're getting into.

Grace Jones - The Apple Stretching

After that, I'd like the night to feel a little more playful and surreal, with some Grace Jones art-pop and reggae vibes. Also, it wouldn't be an after-party if Grace wasn't there with us to give us her blessings! :)

Robin Trower - I'm Out to Get You

This one from Robin Trower is definitely a favourite for me. It has that deep, bluesy/rocky feeling that perfectly accompanies the psychedelia that has already been building in the room.

The Human League - The Sign

The Sign has always seemed to give me what I need when listening to it late at night. An overlooked piece from The Human League that has just the right amount of dancing energy and Balearic feel to ease us out a bit and throw some dance moves into our late-night soirée.

The Police - Voices Inside My

For later on, I would want to go a bit crazier and embrace a little more of our wild side, while we keep pouring drinks, exchanging laughs and good vibes, and throwing in some chilled dance moves.

Jaz - Ohh Jaaaz

It is time now to throw something more groovy, and Ohh Jaaaz has exactly the right amount of that. This rare gem doesn't need much explanation - it's one of those tracks that you just put on and let it do its magic.

Yasuko - LA Nights

We continue with something a little more dreamy and disco-ish. This 1984 Japanese city-pop and jazz track has been a favourite of mine for many years. It transports you straight to a hazy summer night in 1980s Tokyo - ideal for lounging, drinking, smoking, and everything in between.

Diane Tell - KBE Edit

This beautiful French AOR/Yacht Rock track from Diane Tell, edited by KBE, is perfect for a chill late-night gathering. It transports you straight into a movie scene somewhere in the 80s, and I really hope someone brought some Champagne, because when this one comes on, we're going to need it

Elevator Suite - Barefoot

As the album Barefoot and Shitfaced implies, if you decided to come to my house this deep in the night, we are most probably in that state by now. This, for me, is the ultimate chiller track, and every time I listen to it, I travel in time and drift into a world of dreams.