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Insekt breaks down the barriers with Andy Farley
Reported by Club_Insekt & Jennie B
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Submitted 10-01-07 02:35
Andy Farley is a DJ that needs no introduction, having helped shape the sound of hard dance as we know it. A true clubbers’ DJ, Andy is one of the few that has played for all the major promotions, including Trade, Godskitchen, Sundissential, Frantic and Heat. Headlining major festivals such as Creamfields, Global Gathering and Dance Valley, it’s safe to say that Andy has climbed to the top of the mountain.
Not confined to spinning the anthems and rocking the dance floors, Andy has influenced the sound of hard dance itself by getting stuck into studio projects and creating dance floor destroyers. His most notable productions are ‘The Killer’ which he has just given a make over, ‘Bring it Back’, ‘M.B.S’, ‘Devastating’, ‘Khemikal Imbalance’ and more recently the massive ‘Barriers’.
Andy has helped influence the scene by leading the way for others to follow, while collaborating with some of the finest producers in the industry and across the genre like BK, D.A.V.E The Drummer, Colin Barratt, Dynamic Intervention, Dave Parkinson, Paul Maddox and Nick Sentience to create some truly inspiring tracks that have helped set trends.
Having played the special final ever set for Insekt at Fire club in July, Andy makes his return for Insekt’s January spectacular at The Fridge, where he headlines the event alongside Paul Glazby, Karim, Digital Kid and Superfast Oz.
Jennie B caught a few moments with Mr Farley in anticipation of his upcoming Insekt set…
Firstly congratulations on the new signing to Red Management. I’ve had the pleasure of working with them in the last few weeks and I must say Red has to be one the best agencies that the scene has at the moment, with a first class roster! How’s it going so far for you?
It’s going really well, I’ve got plenty of bookings coming in so I’m, set for a hectic 2007!
You’ve been playing back in London and the UK on a more regular basis in the last few months; what were you up to during your time away?
I had a lot of international gigs and was also doing a fair amount of studio work for my Blue Cubed label.
How do you think the scene has changed over the last decade and which direction do you think it will go over the coming five years?
It’s certainly expanded a great deal, with many different styles of music being played now which is good and healthy for the scene. Hopefully this will continue over the next 5 years, with the sound continuing to evolve.
It seems these days almost everybody wants to be a DJ. What advice would you give to budding up and comings?
Practice practice practice!! Do plenty of demos to sell yourself to a promoter. The important thing as well is to be different. Don’t just do a demo of the biggest tidy tunes etc, try and think outside the box and do something that will catch their attention. Also don’t expect things to happen overnight, it can be a long frustrating journey, but stick to it if it’s what you really want to do.
Are there any up and coming DJs or producers that have impressed you over the past 12 months?
Music-wise I’ve been loving stuff from Valentino Kanzyani, Ali Wilson, Umek, DJ Preach, Hertz, Vinylgroover & Redhead, Digital Kid, Colin Barratt, Dom Sweeten & Bk. DJ-wise I have to confess I haven’t really caught a great many sets this year unfortunately due to being in and out the door a lot of the time!
6.)Your latest release on your label Blue Cubed was by Dave Randall and Captain Tinrib — ‘Jackpot’. Have you got any exciting plans for the label in 2007?
I put it on hold after Jackpot to concentrate on doing some hard house material but will be looking at putting some more stuff out in 2007. Watch this space!
You’ve also had various tunes out this year, including a personal favourite of mine, ‘Barriers’ that you produced with Colin Barratt. What tunes have been doing it for you lately?
The next few Vicious releases: Paul Glazby — ‘Catabolic’, Weirdo — ‘Beyond’, Nik Denton — ‘Freak Right Out’ & ‘Over Heated’ and Defective Audio — ‘Freakin It’ are all huge for me at the moment, as well as my own tunes ‘Crashed’, ‘The Killer’ remix, the 3 tracks I’ve done as a collaboration with Olive Grooves, Paul King’s remix of Tony de Vit’s ‘Burning Up’, Olive Grooves’ remix of Steve Thomas & Jon Mills’ ‘Time Suspension’, the Equinox remix of Ian M — ‘Deep Swarm’ and BK — ‘Mine’s A Double’ are all doing great things for me as well.
You’re playing for Insekt again at the end of the month alongside Paul Glazby, Karim and Superfast Oz to name but a few. What is it that makes Insekt special for you?
It gives me a great opportunity to play at my hardest and dig out some forgotten classics too.
The last Insekt at Fire was both a special moment for the boys and also your debut. How did it go for you, as you played the last ever set there?
It was great fun and I had got sent a whole load of new tracks that week so it was perfect timing to unleash them!
What was the last non dance album you bought/listened to?
I haven’t bought any for a while to be honest. I’m currently listening to my 80s music folder on my Ipod!
When did you last wear a suit and why?
At my first gay wedding back in September!
And last but not least, a few quick fire questions:
Sweet or savoury?
Savoury
CD or vinyl?
I play pretty much 100% off CD now as I don’t get sent much vinyl any more, but my heart will always be with vinyl.
Spice Girls or Take That?
Take That
Dogs or cats?
Dogs
Thanks for you time Andy and see you on the 27th!
Insekt
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Saturday 27th January 2007
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The Fridge [map]
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22:00 - 06:00
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£10 Early Bird / £12 Saver / £15 Standard / MOTD
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www.insekt.co.uk
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Ticket only event:
Tickets avaliable from Ticketweb
www.ticketweb.co.uk / 08700 600 100
Vince (Midlands) Insentives & Travel
www.Funk-Deluxe.co.uk / 07835 626226
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Off the back of an amazing 2nd birthday at the fridge the Insekt team will like to say a special thank you to all the party people that turned up and made our debut at the legendary fridge one of the nights of the year.
As a special thank you we are back with a new dawn which promises to go that 1 step further so you can all party that 1 step harder.
Making their return to Insekt sees the king Andy Farley who played the last ever Insekt set at fire in fine style, our number 1 resident Paul Glazby steps up to the plates to show why he's the dark destroyer, to be ably assisted by the peoples choice Karim and former Insekt resident Superfast Oz.
In the Ice box we welcome the ever popular and vibrant Funk Deluxe who will be winding and grooving into the early hours.
Let the music do the talking...
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From: James Nardi on 10th Jan 2007 08:05.21
Legend!!!
Great read mate, so looking forward to the 27th!!
From: J_T on 10th Jan 2007 09:33.01
good article, roll on 27th 
From: ravechick on 10th Jan 2007 14:45.27
fab interview Jennie, can't wait for Insekt !!
From: Neats on 10th Jan 2007 15:23.04
From: paul jack on 10th Jan 2007 15:28.23
lol - just noticed the last pic
From: Red5 on 10th Jan 2007 18:33.30
First gay wedding? Has he had more than 1? 
From: Jennie B on 10th Jan 2007 19:02.49
Loved doing this interview!
Can't wait to see Mr Farley rip up the fridge!!!!
From: Digital Kid on 10th Jan 2007 19:14.18
Thanks for the mention, looking forward to the 27th! 
From: little_raver on 10th Jan 2007 19:23.39
See you on the 27th! Really looking forward to this now!
From: karl davis on 10th Jan 2007 19:54.31
legend, amazing dj, and sound as a pound
From: Ian Edwards on 11th Jan 2007 01:21.10
Andy has been one of my biggest influences during my early djing day's, and thanks to him has left me with many fantastic memories of the good old day's at Camden Palace.. Leg end without a doubt. nuff Respect..
From: Glyn Waters on 11th Jan 2007 15:28.29
Wicked interview Jen 
From: A.Waters on 11th Jan 2007 16:12.07
quality interview cant wait for the 27th
From: richbowenuk on 12th Jan 2007 14:10.34
Go Andy go! Hope to see ya soon
From: naughtydj on 12th Jan 2007 19:56.53
Andy Farley... definitely a favourite DJ after hearing him in Ibiza!! Legend...
From: dani d on 13th Jan 2007 20:17.42
A true legend ,big influence for us during my early clubbing days!!
From: Andy Rise on 15th Jan 2007 11:59.15
absolute champion in the scene, wicked read
From: Mizz Chief on 17th Jan 2007 16:40.48
LULLJT Mr Farley - you really are an absolute legend xxxxxx
From: Disco Diva on 18th Jan 2007 13:49.39
Wicked interview, wicked DJ, fab fella & roll on Insekt 
From: Getonit on 19th Jan 2007 13:57.11
Wicked DJ and roll on INSEKT baby- hard is best
From: Twisted Hannah on 21st Jan 2007 04:41.07
One word for this man - LEGEND! Hope your 2007 goes really well. Best man in clubland. Love you always.
Hxx
From: Mizz_behavin on 21st Jan 2007 10:43.12
Nice to see loads more gigs in the diary hun Really looking forward to Insekt, my 1st night out for 2007 after NYE's mission 
Luv ya 
From: Mizz_behavin on 21st Jan 2007 10:43.46
 and trust Paul Jack to get in the pic 
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