You’ve played in Asia several times in the last decade, how has the scene evolved?
I first played in Asia way back in 1993 at Zouk in Singapore, I guess that must be the daddy of all Asian clubs, then we would go on to Double Six in Bali, and end up playing pubs in Australia. Rough and ready but a lot of fun, that is how it started.
Ibiza is the clubbing capital of the world, but Phuket has been cited as a potential Ibiza in Asia, is that something you would agree with?
Over the Christmas period there are probably more people partying in Phuket than Ibiza, the weather is better.
Having been at the top of your game for years, how do you maintain your hunger for DJing?
It’s just such a joyful thing, I love being in the middle.
Do you still have a passion for finding and chasing new tunes?
That’s my homework, the boring bit but it’s gotta be done. When you find something good – eureka.
Which producers are exciting you musically at the moment?
I am diggin’ Mozart’s House by Clean Bandit.
You have been the go to DJ for many of the top designers, what challenges does a fashion show offer different to a normal club party?
A fashion show is more like a silent film you colour with music, that can be emotional or a soundscape, to take you somewhere else. As opposed to DJing, which is all about getting and keeping everyone on that dance floor.
Which do you prefer, playing for the dance floor or the catwalk and why?
Well the biggest show of the year is always the Victoria’s Secrets fashion TV show, 20 million viewers last year, so that’s quite a buzz. Obviously that is a huge production with many artists collaborating on it. We’ve had Bruno Mars, Justin Timberlake, Rhianna, Jay Z, Kanye, Beyonce, you name them, it’s fantastic. But I just love to get back to DJing when it’s done.
What are your top tips for dealing with jet lag?
Melatonin. I won’t take sleeping pills, but these are herbal and help you to drift off nicely.
What are the first three things into your case when you set off on a long tour?
Computer, Serato and headphones – otherwise there’s no show.
Jeremy Healy is hosting Xana with Attica’s Black and Gold party on June 7. The event starts at 9pm and entrance is free. All those dressing up will receive a 2-for-1 drinks coupon on the door and there will be prizes on the night for the best dressed. For more info visit xanabeachclub.com or Facebook, ‘Xana Beach Club with Attica’.