The DJ Q & A: Tiesto

Andy Everett

IN the world of dance music, there aren't many names bigger than the undisputed king of trance, Tiesto.

The Dutch legend has achieved things other headliners can only wish for.

From opening the Olympics in 2004 to being voted Worlds No.1 DJ a record three consecutive times, it's a career littered with landmark achievements.

Tomorrow night, Tiesto brings his pioneering live show to Edinburgh as part of his massive In Search Of Sunrise arena tour.

It's the second time he's played to a 10,000 capacity Ingliston crowd and it's a gig he's getting very excited about ...

Q ARE you looking forward to playing in Edinburgh again?

A OF course. Last year when I played there, it was amazing, so I'm back for more.

Q DO you have anything different planned for the Scottish crowd?

A WELL, every night is different. That's what keeps it exciting for me. This night will be all about my new In Search Of Sunrise mix compilation, some older and newer tracks.

Q ALWAYS good memories of playing in Scotland?

A ALWAYS, except for a big festival I played years ago. I was the opening DJ at midday and the venue had hardly opened so I played for maybe 10 people. All the other gigs have been great though.

Q DESCRIBE the feeling you get when tens of thousands of people are going crazy in front of you?

A IT'S such a good feeling, but so hard to describe. You feel happy and excited, and get goose bumps and energetic at the same time.

Q HOW have your parties in Ibiza been going so far?

A VERY exciting. We sell out every Monday night, which didn't happen for years at Privilege.

Q OBVIOUSLY the night and your album are called In Search Of Sunrise. Have you managed to sample any beautiful Ibiza sunrise moments yet?

A I SEE the sunrise every Tuesday morning and it's beautiful. Tuesday is also my day off so we go straight from the club to the beach.

Q YOU'VE played all over the world. What are your favourite places to DJ?

A IBIZA, of course. But also Argentina, Australia, Sweden and Ireland.

Q HOW did your recent American tour go as there's not much of a heritage for your style of music there?

A THAT'S what's so great about me touring in the US. I feel I'm pioneering and I draw a whole new crowd to the clubs and the scene. I did 30 gigs in a month and they were all sold out. In some cities, we even did multiple nights.

Q ARE you finding any time at the moment to get into the studio and work on new material?

A NOT at this moment, but I'll be in the studio in October and November working on new tracks.

Q WITH so many fantastic achievements throughout your career, what one would you say you are most proud of?

A IAM proud of my career and life in general. Every piece is coming together now. I am proud that wherever I go in the world, so many people are always excited to come to see my show.

Q ANY messages for the thousands of Scottish clubbers coming to see you tomorrow night?

A IAM really looking forward to the gig and . . . uuh . . . please leave your glow sticks at home.