Eddie is a true musical pioneer. He became a key figure in a new music and a cultural movement that went on to explode worldwide.

After playing at Londonís most influential and musically important underground clubs like Clink St. and Heaven and also rave hub of the north, Manchesterís Hacienda, he went one to headline the legendary UK pay parties Sunrise. Energy and Helter Skelter among countless others.

Remix and production work along the way soon led to him releasing a plethora of club classics; Acidman in 1988 which hit National Top 20, followed by other chart topping remixes of Ralphi Rosario, Orbital and The Shamen. Since the mid-80s he has been included in virtually every book, documentary and film on the dance culture and sought after all over the world for his flawless mix of deep bass driven techno with soulful and tough tribal house, a format he has always maintained.

His endless contributions to the dance music scene has led him to be widely regarded as the pioneer of what is now known as tech-house. Eddie is a regular face at Fabric and on the international tech house circuit. Take a bow!

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Eddie - I'll start with some gushing. You are a massive house music legend. When you look back on your time as a DJ how has your sound evolved /how have your influences changed over the years to the style of music you are creating and playing today?

I'm still playing the same sound as ever. Iím not sure how to categorise it but itís whatever I like at the time. As long as it's groovy :)

How important were venues like Clink Street in London when house music really got started in the late 80s / early 90s?

Before Clink Street had a residency at The (Camden) Palace & although I was into the music, I played there the earlier warehouse parties which allowed me to play as deep & dark or as crazy as I wanted & clink street was the best & probably the place where house music in London was born.. It was quite important then.

Where do you live these days and what do you like about it?

I've been in Milton Keynes for years, I don't go out much in the area. I've built my place the way I want it, I have a great garden that I like very much.

What do you think about dub step?

I wish I had more time to listen to genres I don't play. There's good music in all of them.

What is your most treasured piece / or pieces of kit in your studio?

I sold a lot of my analog gear but I have an OSCar synth that I won't ever get rid of.

What new releases do you have coming up?

I'm working on some new production & collaborations ... nothing ready for release just yet.

Do you still enjoy the buzz of being in a club on the scene or are you over that a bit these days?

I still enjoy playing but Iím not so into hanging out for hours like I used to.

What has been a memorable DJ set performed by another DJ you have seen recently and why?

I wish I heard a memorable DJ set from someone except Terry Francis.

Are you good at dancing and will you be doing any special moves on the dance floor for the beatfreak party?

Me? Dancing? Not really :)

You'll be playing along Geddes who has enjoyed success with the mulletover parties. What do you think of the mulletover parties / have you ever been?

I've been hinting I'd like to play at one of the Mulletover parties but Geddes hasn't asked me... yet :)

Who are your favourite music producers at the moment?

I don't take much notice of names to be honest. Um Audiofly, Dachshund, Nicolas Jaar........

I always feel that as a house music lover I've really missed a special time not being around in the early 90s as a 20 something. Do you still feel the magic that was prevalent back then today if special tune comes out / a decent venue is discovered?

Sorry to make you feel even worse but no they truly were special times back then &when it started in 87 /88 all the music sounded fresh as something new, different and exciting... It won't happen like that again.

And finally Beat or Freak

You choose...