Charles Webster - The Buzzin' Fly Q&A

Where were you born and when?
Holbrook near Matlock Derbyshire UK, mid 60's.
Your father's occupation?
He's an artist
Your mother's occupation?
A matron of old people home
Brothers or sisters?
One sister
What is your earliest memory?
Sitting in the conservatory watching thunderstorms with my teddy bear.
What was the first poster on your wall?
The Clash from the first gig I went to ... with The Slits and Subway Sect.
Describe your room as a teenager
Victorian, high ceilings and full of records.
What was your first car?
It was a Citroen Dyane (sky blue with red back doors !)
What do you drive now?
A VW Golf and a 1973 Alfa Romeo Spyder
Favourite footwear?
Some nice soft loafers.
Pets?
No..but maybe again soon...cat.
What watch are you wearing?
A Suunto.
What is in your pockets?
Nothing.
What would you wear to a fancy dress party?
Same as usual and go as an older Harry Potter!
The last time you cried?
New years day ... seeing long lost friends.
The Beatles were...
... better than the Stones !
Are you a city or countryside person?
Both
When you look in the mirror what do you not like?
Sometimes it would be nice to not wear glasses for sure and maybe have an extra pair of eyes.
You get three free days of solitude. Where do you go?
Beach, mountains, countryside ... anywhere quiet.
What's the most expensive thing you've ever bought (apart from a house or flat)?
A synthesiser
The oldest record in your DJ set this week?
Round 1 - 'I'm Your Brother'
The newest record in your DJ set this week?
The new Version record ... I only mixed it last night.
Your house is burning down. What three things do you grab as you run out?
Teddy bears, my hard drive and car keys
Can you recognise any wild flowers?
Yes.
The most personal thing in my wallet is ...
My driving licence
Your favourite book?
Hardboiled Wonderland and The End of the World - Murakami
What's on your bedside table today?
Laptop, lamp, pen and the Sherlock Holmes DVD (tv series)
What does jazz mean to you?
Stacks of charts and very loud trumpets, I am making a jazz album as we speak.
What would you most to like to receive in the morning mail?
A ticket to Mars.
Do you like custard?
Love it, especially homemade with fresh vanilla.
A perfect breakfast consists of ...
Huevo ranchero (vegetarian version)
A world of free downloads means ...
Lower standards of music production.
Favourite sport to watch?
Rugby (union)
Favourite sport to play?
Tennis
What is your greatest achievement?
Continuing to do what the hell I like with my life and never having a regular job.
Do you have a major regret?
No
What colour is your DJ sound?
Purple
Who would play you in the film of your life?
Dirk Bogarde
What song would you like played at your funeral?
'There's a Light Beyond These Woods (Mary Margaret)'
What will clubland be dancing to in 6 months time
Hopefully a few nice songs.
What record are you best known for
'Born on the 24th of July'

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