With the release of his new single “Formula E” on DJ Tennis’ Life and Death label, we caught up with the ever-inventive German producer and DJ Butch for a quick Q&A.
What’s your greatest fear?
Outliving my children.
What is the trait you most deplore in yourself?
Losing time to pointless internet distractions.
If you weren’t making or playing music, what would you be doing?
Graphic design.
What was your most embarrassing moment?
That’s none of your business.
What would your superpower be?
Flying.
Creativity comes from working, not waiting.
If you could bring something extinct back to life, what would you choose?
Clubbing without phones.
How do you like to finish your sets?
With something beautiful.
If not yourself, who would you most like to be?
I don’t want to be anyone else.
When’s the last time you changed your mind about something significant?
Every time it’s necessary.
What sparks your creativity?
Creativity comes from working, not waiting.
Who’s the next name everyone should know?
I honestly don’t know.
Favourite sportsperson ever?
Yusuf Dikeç.
Who taught or helped you the most?
DJ-wise: Amir and Richie Hawtin.
Worst job you’ve ever had?
Shoe salesman.
Which track do you wish you’d made?
Nathan Fake – The Sky Was Pink (James Holden Remix)
What’s the worst track or set you’ve ever done?
Too many to count.
How do you organise your music collection for your sets?
Too complex for this type of interview.
Recommend a film.
Rubber.
Recommend a book.
The Catcher in the Rye.
Who or what deserves more credit?
Medics in war zones.
What gets too much hype?
Morons.
What can’t you stop doing?
Making music.
What’s your guilty pleasure?
Candy.
What’s your biggest frustration in the music world?
Morons.
Favourite label and why?
Finicky — consistently featuring the best artists.
What’s the hardest thing about making or playing music?
Being physically unfit.
Butch “Formula E” is out now on DJ Tennis’ Life and Death Label. Buy on Bandcamp.
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