Ill try and keep this short-ish, and not turn it into something resembling an Oscar winners acceptance speech. Due to various reasons, Im finding that I have less and less time and emotional energy to properly dedicate to writing music. As such, I have made the difficult decision to stop. Im very proud of my music and collaborations to-date, but if Im honest, I dont think Ill be able to maintain the same standard going forward. So, rather than burn-out gradually, I think its best to stop now, whilst on a high. Ive had a fantastic run, and achieved more than what I ever expected. Had anyone told me many years ago that Id be on a Bonkers album, meet and work with my heroes, get decent Radio 1 support, mix an album with Slipmatt and then Jon Doe and DJ at phenomenal parties both across the UK and overseas etc. etc. - Id have laughed until my arse literally dropped off. The reason Im actually making this statement (sounds too strong a word, but itll do) is because I have a lot of people that I need to thank, who have all been instrumental in getting me off the ground and keeping me going for almost a decade. First of all - much love goes to Hardcore Underground for giving me a home. To say that theyre working their arses off to keep pushing the music is an understatement and a half. Theyre all amazing people and I enjoyed working with them. Theyve stuck with and supported me through both thick and thin. Owen Hattrixx - Infinitely talented and a real gem. His technical prowess is just jaw-dropping. Hes responsible for too many things to list! Jon Doe (and Mrs. Doe of course!) - Legend. I could go on for ages here, but in short he is basically responsible for me being here in the first place (ok, maybe my parents were, but you know what I mean), as well as pushing me, getting me exposure in a ridiculously short space of time. I owe an incredible amount of thanks to this man for all his help. Promoters - both domestic and international - thank you all so much for having me play at some of the most mind-blowing parties that Ive ever seen, let alone DJ at, and also for your hospitality. Ive got so many memories that are lifers. Except for Poland. Thats just one big blur. Sharkey - for giving me my first 12 incher ;) Other DJs and producers - this is going to take forever so Ill skip it. You know who you are ;) Finally, to all those who have supported me in one way or another, who have listened/bought my tracks/albums, who have turned up to the dance-floor or listened on the radio. Also to the many *awesome* people I have met over the years. Massive, massive thanks. :D Im also going to be hanging up my headphones around about the end of the year. If any promoters are interested, just drop me a line. I may still pop up here and there in the future on the odd occasion to do a classics set or something. Well see.. As for the album... I am chewing my knuckles that I even announced it. Whats been completed will be released gradually on whatever releases HU decide. Still, theres HU: Live to look forward to (its awesome btw). Plus, Im leaving something special for last..... F**k me, this post was longer than expected. Much love, Clive.
Posted on: Thu, 07 Aug 2014 15:38:02 +0000