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For all those out there who haven't stumbled upon the utter genius which is Zomboy tell us a little about yourself.
Well, I class myself as a bit of an all-rounder in my work, but my latest
material is pretty glitchy, heavy and fun dubstep. Bass driven, horrid noises with an occasional burst of melody!


Time for one of those all important generic questions. Who’s your biggest influence in music today? And who inspired you back in the day to turn on the CDJs and get cracking?
Well, my current styling has been influenced by a number of artists such as Feed Me, Bare Noize, The Others, Skrillex, Rusko and tons more. But before all that I was heavily into my 80s essence (Chromeo, Miami Horror, Midnight Star, Star Smith & Ellie Goulding). Also im not using CDJs (yet), I’m rocking the Kontrol S4 with Traktor live.


Did you expect your current EP, 'Game Time', to do as well as it has done in such a short amount of time? I think the last time I checked it was No. 3 on Beat Port’s Top 5 – that’s a huge accomplishment in itself!
Yeah, I did not see that coming at all! I didn't expect to chart at all let alone reach Number 2! Each track on the EP is charting in the Top 20 at the moment. It was awfully close to reaching Number 1 but with Skrillex's remix of Nero's "Promises" being released there was no way I could have competed with that! Next time, eh.


How did you get into the whole dubstep scene? Did you listen to many genres before dubstep exploded into the mainstream?
Well, I’ve been into dubstep for a couple of years now, but it's only been recently where I’ve seen all these new artist emerge, evolving the genre which has gotten me interested to get involved. Before dubstep I was a huge hardcore metal head, I also produced and recorded many, many metal bands along with being a drummer and bassist in a couple of bands too.


We haven’t personally been lucky enough to be at one of your sets but from what we’ve heard, you go in HARD! Any up and coming sets in Sheffield we need to know about?
I’m not aware of any shows coming up in Sheffield as of yet, but things change quickly when it comes to bookings so you could be seeing me soon!


To date, where’s your favourite set been? And where would you like to progress to? Maybe one day when the dubstep scene really hits Ibiza hard you will be there in Space soaking in the sun and dropping some beats?
I haven’t actually played that many shows as of yet, but the ones I have had the privilege to play have been insane! My first ever show was at Ministry of Sound (London) and I’ve also played The 27 Club and Cable, both also off the hook! I’m soon to be venturing out to various parts of Europe along with many more UK shows, so keep an eye out on my Facebook page for updates! Ibiza...yeah, why not?

We know this question is going to be asked to you a million times in your career, but who would your ultimate collaboration be with?
I’ve said this a gazillion times but I really do want to collab with the 80s legendary band "Midnight Star" - it would be a simple work of genius!

Have you ever thought of going mainstream to rake in the cash like artists such as Diplo, Nero, Chase & Status, Skrillex? It’s refreshing knowing that some guys out there are still going in without no regrets, without calming it down for a few quid.
Well firstly, I don’t think any of those artists have really "sold out"! I think they have just been recognised for the outstanding work and have been lucky enough to break into the commercial realm. So if that’s what you mean then, hell yeah, I’m down! Just don't expect to see me churn out a song with Justin Bieber...


What can we expect for 2012? For us, 'Organ Donor' has done so much for your status in 2011. Is there anything coming up before the new year that’s going to break the boundaries and take your career to new heights?
Well as I’m so new to the game I believe I’m still finding my own unique sound, and with the next release you can expect to hear a lot more diversity with other genres/sub-genres, but not straying too far away from my current "sound".

Quick Fire Questions

1.What’s currently the favourite gadget you own?
My Canon 550d - LOVE IT!

2. Mac or PC?
I actually run my workstation through an old Atari at the... just kidding.
Mac baaaaby! I grew up on PCs but matured to a Mac.

3. What’s your favourite meal?
Bangers and mash! There’s truly no better dish. Meat, potato, veg and
gravy - GET IN.

4. What’s your favourite beverage to get the night kicking?
Hmm.... I guess a coke as I don't drink alcohol. Yeah, I’m a 22 year old
musician student that doesn't drink, shocking huh?!

5. You, dessert island, alone – what’s your one choice to take with you?
Easy: my girlfriend.

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