In advance of their performance at Echo Festival this weekend, LWE corresponded with Outboxx via email about their work methods, their influences, and their ever-changing live set.
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LWE Interviews John Talabot
John Talabot is prepping to roll out the live show once again, taking him essentially nonstop from MUTEK this weekend through Italy’s Club to Club in November. And somehow, amidst all of this, he found time to talk with us, about his label, his album, and the path he took towards becoming John Talabot.
LWE Interviews Joey Anderson
In this interview, Little White Earbuds asks Joey Anderson about his roots, his methods, and his future, which looks just as bright as his Tri-State peers’.
LWE Interviews Alex Smoke
Once again, the frank and cheerful Alex Smoke seems poised to capture the public consciousness, this time possessed with a confidence and maturity his 23-year-old self could hardly have imagined. LWE spoke to the Scotsman recently about his next steps.
On Your Knees, Sinners: 20 Years of The House of God
A ramshackle and joyous celebration of DIY spirit, raw techno and uninhibited abandon, Birmingham’s legendary hive of sin and damnation, the House of God, celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. LWE caught up with promoter Chris Wishart, resident Surgeon, and long time guest, Regis, to discuss the genesis of one of the world’s most seminal and idiosyncratic techno events.
It’s You: The History of a Chicago House Classic
Watching the unfolding spectacular success of FCL’s cover version of “It’s You,” originally by Chicago duo E.S.P., made LWE curious to dive deep into the song behind it all and what’s happened since.
Little White Earbuds Interviews Space Dimension Controller
With his long awaited debut album finally arriving next week, LWE interviewed Belfast’s Space Dimension Controller via email about his interplanetary outlook.
How Not To Treat Women In Nightclubs
We’ve all heard stories about women enduring the kind intoxicated harassment club-going brings; some have dealt with it personally. So with the help of friends and peers, I’ve assembled a quick guide of How Not To Treat Women In Nightclubs.
Little White Earbuds Interviews Steffi
If one guiding mantra brought Steffi her success as a Panorama Bar resident and accomplished producer, it’s that if something must be done, you do it. No excuses or short-cuts. LWE’s Nick Connellan found this out during a recent chat during her Australian tour.
Little White Earbuds Interviews Lee “Scratch” Perry
Little White Earbuds called this living legend at his home in Switzerland for a typically cryptic yet enlightening talk about the album, reggae vampires and his tips for staying strong and healthy.
LWE Interviews Norman Nodge
LWE caught up with Norman Nodge recently to chat about Berghain 06, the constantly shifting techno scene of Berlin, and that pesky GEMA issue that everyone keeps talking about.
Industrial Resonance Pt. III: The Industrial Influences of Perc
In this third and final Industrial Resonance piece, LWE asks Ali Wells AKA Perc about his experiences with industrial music and common misconceptions on how the music is meant to be.
Industrial Resonance Pt. II: The Industrial Influences of Surgeon
In this second Industrial Resonance piece, LWE chats with Anthony Child aka Surgeon about how his surroundings influenced his industrial-influenced music and the term “industrial.”
LWE Interviews Chris Liebing
In anticipation of Oktave’s August 31st party, Little White Earbuds caught up with techno institution Chris Liebing via e-mail to get the scoop on his plans.
LWE Interviews Function
As Function emphasized repeatedly during this candid chat with LWE’s Jordan Rothlein — a conversation touching on New York and Berlin, the allure of vinyl DJing, and some tantalizing hints of what his debut solo album may hold — his story is one of continual evolution.
Little White Earbuds’ Brief History of Early Electronic Music
LWE staff writer Harry Sword provides a primer of sorts on three of the most important early movements to shape electronic music: Musique Concrète, Elektronische Musik, and the BBC’s Radiophonics Workshop.
Little White Earbuds Interviews John Daly
John Daly’s genuine passion for early house and disco has enabled him to advance their contemporary forms, rather than just repeat history. When LWE got together to chat with Daly, we found just what you’d expect: a man with plenty of thought behind his work.