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| Feature Artist Interview - Simian Mobile Disco | |
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| by Albert Rodriguez -
SGN A&E Writer Hottest Artists of the Year | Top Albums/CDs | Live Performances | Feature Artist Interview | Singles/Tracks | Worst Music of 2007 Two years ago, Death Cab for Cutie started a tradition of a "feature artist interview" for our best-of music issue. In 2006, We Are Scientists continued this annual marker. This year, British electronica act Simian Mobile Disco adds their name to the roster. The duo's "It's the Beat" made our "best singles" list. Wrapping up a busy twelve months of touring, this on-demand pair offered themselves exclusively to Seattle Gay News as a special year-end treat. In London, taking a short break, SMD member Jas Shaw sat down at his laptop to share these quick thoughts with all of us. Albert Rodriguez: 2007 is just about over, and what do remember most about it? Jas Shaw: Being on a tour bus. Rodriguez: Is there a single concert that sticks out for you this year? Shaw: Tokyo with Underworld was amazing. Rodriguez: Do you find big differences between your European and American live audiences? Shaw: We expected that no one would know our stuff in the States but the crowds were great. Rodriguez: What comes to mind when you see Seattle on your tour itinerary? Shaw: Donuts. Rodriguez: I gotta ask, what inspired the song "Hot Dog"? Shaw: It's based on the schoolyard rhyme. Rodriguez: This being a year-end issue, what albums or singles were your personal favorites of 2007? Shaw: Sound of Silver (LCD Soundsystem) is an amazing album. Rodriguez: How will you be spending the holidays this year? Shaw: As per usual we will be busy. DJ sets in the UK mainly. Some recording, too. Rodriguez: What's on your holiday wish list? New pair of Pumas, iPod, DVDs? Shaw: Clean socks and pants, the tour has been so long. Rodriguez: Artists are notorious for losing clothes and accessories when they're on tour. What do you often leave behind? Shaw: Phone chargers, why can't phone companies make all the chargers the same? Rodriguez: What would you like to say to your Seattle fans as the holiday season is upon us and a New Year is just days away? Shaw: See you next year in April. |
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