Now then 128er's, time for another exclusive interview! This time with a familiar name from recent features on the site, Show Me Luv radio DJ / DJ & producer, Mr. Wez Priceless AKA Last 3 Digits!For those who don’t know you, who are you?
"Hi Brent Im Wez Priceless AKA Last 3 Digits and I am a DJ / Producer based in Wigan, North West."
How old were you when you got your first gig? And where was it?
"I was 16 which was (cough) so many years ago and was at a club called The Mirage which was a local club around where I live."
Which venues have you played at and which is your favourite?
"Ive played all over the country and also been fortunate to play abroad too. I’d say playing main room at Sankeys straight after Copyright was great night. Also playing for Hed Kandi at Club Ice in Ayia Napa was one of my favourites!"
Plans for the future?
"Me and my best mate were meant to be going on a 2 week road trip in the states this year but have not been able to unfortunately. Thats one of big plans for next year!"
What advice could you give to up and coming DJ's / producers wanting to get there name out there?
"Just keep at it, if you work hard enough and are passionate about what you do then you will achieve your goals. As a DJ of 10 years and producer of 3 I know how hard it can be in this game and no matter how many people try to put you down or how many hurdles you may hit, never give up!"
Who are your main musical influences?
"Growing up i got into bands like Oasis and Stereophonics which made me learn how to play the guitar. In my teens i took a bit of a turn and got into bands like Blink 182, Foo Fighters, Nirvana which made me love melody’s and music with emotion in it. When i got my 1st set of decks i just wanted to learn how to scratch but soon got into dance music at 14. Over the years I have had a vast taste in all sorts of music and artists but at the moment a lot of producers influence me like Seb Ingrosso, Afrojack, Chuckie and Laidback Luke. I know they are very obvious but these are the guys that are making the scene at the moment in my eyes."
Top 5 tracks of the moment?
"Ohhh this is tough....."
1. Limelight – Dreamer (Driver and Faces Remix)
2. Avicii – Levels (ID)
3. Cahill – In Case I Fall
4. The Wombats – Techno Fan (Afrojack Remix)
5. Liam Keegan ft. Diana Raymond - Summers Calling (Last 3 Digits Sunset Remix)
6. Jason Derulo – Don’t Wanna Go Home (Joking i hate that guy!!!)
Up to now, what is your greatest achievement DJ wise?
"I’d say taking the step to quitting my full time day job to concentrate on being a full time DJ / Producer is my greatest achievement."
If you hosted your own party, which 3 DJ's would you have play?
"Well I’d have to have my good old mucker Liam Keegan on there, my best mate Dave Anderson (a name to look out for) and Sebastion Ingrosso cos’ he’s one of my favourite producers and he’s a party animal haha!"
Any big productions to look out for?
"Well I’ve just finished my remix for Liam Keegan on his forthcoming single ‘Summers Calling’ which is (fingers crossed) due for release on 3beat records. I am also doing a mix of Better off Alone at the moment by Alice DJ which is one for the clubs. 128 DJs will have an exclusive on that!"
What have you been up to lately?
"Not much aside from work really, i DJ every Fri and Sat night so don’t get out much on nights out but I play golf a few days a week, yes i know im getting old! Off on my holidays soon so looking forward to a week of doing nothing!"
How would you describe your own sound and way of producing?
"To be honest I’m into everything, i love making melodic stuff as well as hard dutchy electro stuff too. I think I’ve been making more club tracks lately with a dutchy electro feel to them, I think people are into it quite tough at the moment which suites me to the ground. I like to make housey beats with big bass lines, i think thats how i would describe it"
What would you like to achieve as a producer and DJ?
"I know this will sound a bit cliché but I’d love to be able to travel the world and be able to play to many different people. I think most DJs or artists do what they do because they love it and not because of what they get from it. I can’t see myself doing anything else so being able to make a good living out of something i love would be a great achievement to me."
What software do you usually use?
"Logic all the way mate!"
So the world's ending tomorrow. You've got one last set to play at any club, anywhere in the world. Where are you playing and why?
"Thats a tough one. Id would have to be main stage at Ultra Festival. Just because of the amount of people that go there and are all into the same music. That would be mega!"
Tunes of the summer? In your opinion.
"I think We all know ‘Stronger’ by Morillo and Thoneick is going to be massive and I agree. That or Time Takers – She Blows is one for me!"
Anyone out there that you anticipate will have a big year in 2011?
"Liam Keegan without a doubt. I've seen him go form strength to strength over the past 2 years and with the hours he’s putting in at the moment along with his name blowing up, he’ll do well this year for sure."
Favourite DJ?
"My mate Simba aka Verlenen whos signed to Doorly’s label. Absolute genius when it comes to being behind the decks. If you see his name anywhere you must go see him!"
Favourite drink to sip on during a performance?
"Im a JD and coke or Bicardi man myself. Keep me away from the shots as i turn from Jekyll to Hyde haha!"
128DJ's Oly Lloyd and myself, Brent Anthony, would like to say a huge thank you to Wez Priceless for his time and support and wish him all the best in the future. Check out 3 of his latest productions below followed by a mixtape, all free to download.Last 3 Digits Vs. CeCe Peniston - Finally 2011 (Last 3 Digits Extended Mix) by Wez Priceless (L3D) / Mirror
Faithless - Insomnia (Last 3 Digits 2011 Remix) by Wez Priceless (L3D) / Mirror
LMFAO ft. Lauren Bennett - Party Rock Anthem (Last 3 Digits Remix) by Wez Priceless (L3D) / Mirror
Show Me Luv Vol 16 X by Show Me Luv / Mirror
If you want to check out more from Wez Priceless, you can find him on:
soundcloud.com/wez-priceless
facebook.com/wez.priceless
facebook.com/Wez-Priceless-Last-3-Digits
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