If the melodies are strong, it's much easier to see which way I can take them sound-wise.

Banging techno grooves from the one and only Ben Sims. Around the time of this was written he had that tribal/funky techno sound that rocked the dancefloor. He was a favorite then and still is now.

It's pretty much the songs I write that dictate what vibe it should be and what singers it should be.

Because I'm in a modern studio, there are so many possibilities - you can do so much. So it's sometimes a little bit confusing for me to actually see which way should I choose.

I really like to be alone. It's nearly like being naked in the studio, and if someone were to walk in, that wouldn't feel good.

I must admit I'm a total control freak. That is the way that it works best for me.

There are some ideas that I know I have to try out before I find the right sound, before I find the right melody.