With the announcement of DJ Spinna joining the fantastic Deep Into Soul crew in Ibiza last week and ahead of their next event at the Prince of Wales, Brixton on Sunday 19th July,
I've had the pleasure of interviewing great guys Scott Tastebudz & DJ Neil Pierce who are behind London's Best Terrace Party!!
Sooo...How Did You Guys First Get Together &
How Did DIS Begin?
Neil: DIS was Scott's brainchild and he started it in a small spot in Stockwell (although he likes to say Clapham) Lol ... He used to call me up for bits of advice as we were good friends and then it kind of grew organically from there, I’ve been involved full time for a couple of years now and we work really well as a team. We both have our strengths that we bring to the table and genuinely get on as mates so it's the perfect combination really.
Neil: DIS was Scott's brainchild and he started it in a small spot in Stockwell (although he likes to say Clapham) Lol ... He used to call me up for bits of advice as we were good friends and then it kind of grew organically from there, I’ve been involved full time for a couple of years now and we work really well as a team. We both have our strengths that we bring to the table and genuinely get on as mates so it's the perfect combination really.
Scott: Where do I begin… I first come across Neil when I attended MOS for Soul Heaven and instantly liked what he played & how he put his set together, DIS was just an idea at this time but I knew I’d found my opening DJ. DIS began March 2011 at 3rd space bar in Stockwell (Clapham Road) and with the support and help from many People plus hard work it has far exceeded my own expectations.
From Your Wonderful Creation - What Do You Enjoy Most About DIS?
Scott: There are many things I enjoy about DIS but the No.1 thing for me is seeing our diverse crowd coming together and having a great time, I honestly feel there is no better crowd in Clubland.
Neil: Well I’m a DJ first and foremost so I would say it has to be the atmosphere created by our wonderful crowd. I play at a lot of parties in London by I can honestly say the atmosphere at DIS when it's going off is second to none.
Your Personal Best DIS Guest Appearance?
Neil: I can't narrow it down to one ... Spinna, Spen and Paul Trouble Anderson have all smashed the life out of it though. I also loved the set DJ Bones played last year, he is hugely underrated in my opinion. Scott: Rich Medina stands out for me; he played last year at the Suncebeat reunion and absolutely tore the place up with 7 inch vinyl. Although I have to say DIS has been very fortunate to have had many DJ’s play that have give it 100% and helped build DIS into what it is today.
Favourite Tune For The Summer..?
Scott: Roy Ayers - Everybody Loves The Sunshine, never get tired of listening to it.
Neil: Raul Midon - Sunshine- Everything about that record feel like summer time.Scott: Roy Ayers - Everybody Loves The Sunshine, never get tired of listening to it.
And Your Current Favourite House Track?
Neil: Rhemi ft Hanlei - "Diamond" - This is a track that myself and Ziggy put our heart and Soul into and the girls deliver outstanding Vocals and Songwriting.
Scott: Rhemi ft Hanlei - "Diamond"
And congrats goes out to you all on that track, as you're currently riding high in the charts at NUMBER ONE!! :-D
We Like To Keep Ourselves Hydrated When Dancing...What's Your Tipple Guys?
Neil: Lager or Brandy and Coke.
Scott: Water and Lime and on occasion Red Bull, although I’m trying not to drink too many of them!!!
Who Is Your Personal All Time Artist and Why?
Scott: This is a hard question to answer for me; I was blessed with a diverse musical upbringing. Anything from Bob Marley, Marvin Gaye, Al Green, Fleetwood Mac or Pink Floyd, then found my own musical taste in Hip Hop, Rare Groove, Dancehall and eventually House. If I had to choose one person it would be Marvin Gaye and Bob Marley a close second.
Neil: Stevie Wonder & Masters At Work - The body of work both of these artists have made over the years is just ridiculous.
Which Up & Coming DJ's Should We Keep An Ear Out For?
Scott: David Bailey, Ted Lawrence and Shaun Ashby, these guys are bringing the heat right now.Neil: Ziggy Funk has really come into his own in the last year. We play together a fair bit now but he is a force to be reckoned with by himself as well. I've also got to give a mention to David Bailey and Ted Lawrence as well who are well on their way to making great names for themselves.
Which Festivals Are You Looking Forward To Most This Summer?
Scott: Suncebeat and Mi-Biza, they are THE ONLY Festivals I will be attending this Year.
Neil: Suncebeat, 51st State, Nights over Egypt and Mi-biza are all looking amazing!!
Well thank you gents for your time, it's great getting to know more about what goes on behind-the-scenes and for those who want to know what the vibe is like only need to click on this clip below at the last DIS with Frankie Feliciano on the decks, for the kind of experience you'll expect!!
'Til the next time,
Sunshine Xx
