was one of the first artists whose records were put into the newly arranged section «Folktronica» in 2001. But Bristolian one-man band Dave Edwards suprises the critics repeatedly – with an instrumental pop album, classical composition patterns and remixes for Bloc Party, Badly Drawn Boy and Stars – so they no longer know which section he really should be assigend to.
I first listened to this while I was in the bath and lost all track of time. I came out of the tub all wrinkly and my musical worldview was changed for ever.
you prepare a candle light dinner?
Smokey Robinson - Quiet Storm
The bassline is perfect to cook to. The whole album is great for any activity, but particularly suited to solo kitchen tasks and preparing a romantic ambience.
you go to a club?
Fleetwood Mac - Everywhere
Whatever the DJ plays. I like hearing unfamiliar music in a club. Although I admit that if something like «Everywhere» gets dropped, that's the best.
you run naked through a cornfield?
NEU! - Hallogallo
If I was running I’d appreciate the steady beat. And the idea of being naked outside with some krautrock is undeniably appealing. I imagine its been done many times.
you prepare for an important date?
Steely Dan
So I can aspire to achieve with my appearance the same attention to detail and glossy shine that they apply to their music.
you destroy a hotel room?
PJ Harvey - Rid Of Me
I love the sound of the drums. They are so rude.
you want to disturb your neighbours?
Scouting For Girls
Rhythm & Sound - With The Artists
Something bassy. «With The Artists». Or maybe something really irritating, played stupidly loud. Scouting For Girls or something.
you drive a car late at night?
Metro Area - Metro Area
I know it’s a bit retro etc, but I think it transcends its italo roots and becomes more futuristic. I find it very soulful. The spookiest night drive I had was up in Scotland, listening to Paavoharju. I was imagining all kinds of horrible beasties. And I nearly ran over a deer, but swerved just in time.
you walk through a dark forest?
Gas
A Tribe Called Quest - Midnight Marauders
Well, the first thing that popped into my head was Gas. But maybe that’s because of all the trees and stuff on his album covers. But I imagine Gas would be great for that. Then if I started getting spooked I’d have to put something a bit more lighthearted on; lets say «Midnight Marauders».
you jog?
Phoenix - It's Never Been Like That
Me, jog? Not likely, but seeing as this is pretty theoretical, «It's Never Been Like That», because I never seem to get bored with it. And I imagine I’d get bored with the jogging pretty quick.
you are love sick?
Dusty Springfield
She always makes me feel better. What a voice.
you make love?
D'Angelo - Voodoo
Cos that’s how I roll.
you play ping-pong?
Stereolab - Ping Pong
Obviously.
you sit in a plane?
Brian Eno - Music For Airports
I’m normally pretty terrified on planes so I don’t concentrate on whatever I’m listening to. I’ll get over it one day. Most of the time I try to read but end up reading the same sentence over and over. Maybe I’ll try «Music For Airports» next time. See if that works in a plane as well as in the terminal.
you have to spend a night in a spooky hotel?
Gonzales - Presidential Suite
I haven’t spent the night there but I went in a very scary room in a very haunted house once. It was real small and nasty – there was a wall-sized embroidery thing, a four poster bed and an overarching feeling of spookiness. I didn’t listen to any music though. Maybe if I was going to be in a spooky hotel I’d try and listen to something jolly. Chilly Gonzales always amuses me. «Presidential Suite» perhaps.
you stay in bed?
Dirty Projectors - Rise Above
I did this the other day, it was great. Dave Longstreth is a rare talent.
you sit in the subway?
Fennesz
Tim Hecker
Ezekiel Honig
Alva Noto
I love listening to music on the underground. Music that blends with the sounds of the underground and kind of envelops you in a misty daze. Then I normally miss my stop and get really confused.
you wake up?
Terry Callier - Ordinary Joe
That snare crack and then in to the jaunty bounce of the song. Problem is that the song goes on too long. Still, I imagine that it would be a great way to wake up. I’m gonna try it tomorrow if I can work out some technological trick.
are finally back. After their very promising debut they took some time to come back with an album that finally shows the full potential of what Johnny Jewel & co is capable of. Where «In The City» left off ...