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Tina Martin talks about her debut at Polysexual South Reported by Macavity / Submitted 02-06-06 20:59 If you’ve ever been to a hard dance event in London, or logged on to a dance community website, you probably have heard or seen Tina Martin. Not only has she worked for Most Wanted for the past two years helping to promote quite a few of their parties, she’s a familiar friendly face on the London club scene and also a budding and talented dj. In a short time she’s already managed to strut her stuff in Ibiza and at popular parties such as Addiction; and now she’s landed herself a pretty plump set in the form of Polysexual South. Ahead of her Polys debut, which incidentally has a Bunny Girl Boudoir theme, we prised uni student Tina away from her study books, her turntables and the message boards just long enough to have a quick chat. Many people on here will know you as a person who helped promote a variety of parties for Most Wanted. How did it turn to djing as well? Did this come out of promoting; or was it the other way around? Hiya, yeah I’ve been working for Most Wanted for about 2 years now. I currently promote I Love VC, but have promoted various parties during that time. But it was before the first proposition to start promoting that I was already learning how to mix. Then through the experience, knowledge and contacts I gained through promoting my djing I became more serious. I was very fortunate to be given an opportunity to play out which was a b2b set with Janie Mac — who’s also going to be playing at Polysexual South on 17th June, for Billy Bunter’s ‘The Edge’, which was at the 414 in August 2004. I was nervous as hell — and get just as nervous now — but I really enjoyed it, and it was one of the best experiences in my life, ever leaving me very hungry for more! Have you been back to The Fridge yet since it was temporarily closed down? How did you feel about the whole thing and playing for Polysexual there? I have indeed, I went for Innovate on Sat 20th. I was quite excited to get back in there and had a wicked night and thought The Fridge rocked just as much it did the times before. I love the place, and I’m glad it’s back. I am obviously really looking forward to my first ever set there with Polysexual South and have no qualms about being at the venue at all. It’s been such a tease over the time I’ve worked and partied there to get the chance to play, and so I’m very thankful to the Polys girls to have finally been given this opportunity. I’m sure that with the full line-up Polysexual is offering it’s going to be an awesome night! As a dj, what do you hope to achieve and how do you hope you’ll be different from other djs? To eventually play somewhere like Dance Valley or to tour the world djing would be the most exhilarating experience of all; or in the summer I’d love to play on a beach of up-for-it clubbers when the sun is going down. That would be more than amazing for me! Obviously I’m a way off that yet lol! And to answer the second part of the question, I’m very much a dj who likes to play for the crowd — I’m very fickle about progression and I suppose that comes from my knowledge and experience in promoting, and so wanting to give the clubber what they want on the dancefloor. To be able to take them on a journey through the music is very important to me. As well as being a promoter and dj, do you also have a day job; and if so what is it? Right this is where you start to learn about the manic life of Tina lol! Where do I start?! Well on top of the promoting, concentrating on the djing and the socialising which usually goes with it, I am studying a degree in Psychology — and to support myself in doing this I work part-time around my lecture hours. For example my last job was working for a local government agency doing project management support, but I have just recently left and moved back to Kent so I can concentrate on my end of year exams — and also I get distracted very easily when I’m in London and always end up at a party somewhere! I have also of late started managing Pierre Pienaar (P.H.A.T.T.) (www.rebirth-productions.co.uk) and in the middle of arranging a UK tour, which as you can imagine entails a lot of day-to-day contact and admin work. My previous experience in the industry is proving very useful, but still it’s a big learning experience which I am actually really enjoying. On your dj profile you cite Phil Reynolds as your biggest influence. Can you remember where you first heard him play and what is was that made you a fan? Phil was one of the first hard trance djs I used to see play when I started clubbing in London in 2000, at Fevah and Frantic for example. Phil is just relentless in my eyes when he performs, and still to this day you’ll always find me having a good old stomp on the dancefloor when he’s playing! He basically hits the spot for me in every aspect when he plays . . . Phil rocks! You’re very well known on forums such as HF. What are your thoughts on message boards. Do you think that they are a 100 per cent good thing; or do you think they spoil the air of mystery which used to surround clubbing? Haha hmm yes I do tend to spend a lot of time on the boards, especially Harderfaster. I use the boards for different reasons, either to promote myself, my party, or to have a laugh with my friends. I’d say for definite, firstly, message boards have helped the growth and awareness of parties, djs etc., but apart from all the usual banter and fun it can be very informative about what’s going on in the world of music, which is why I feel we’re all on there at the end of the day — our passion for music. And lastly, what was probably the aim in the first place, to bring the clubbing community closer together. To answer the second part of the question, I had just started clubbing on the scene when Harderfaster, for example, was born, and so can’t really comment what the scene was like before the boards. You play both hard trance and trance? What is your favourite style? If you had asked me this maybe half a year ago I would have said just uplifting to driving hard trance. But of late, I have been diversifying my style and establishing my trance sound — which is a combination of pumping, melodic trance with an occasional smidgen of vocals. I have always loved both genres, but I have realised the importance of being a diverse dj, and so have expanded the style of what I can play. I’ve yet to play out a trance set, but expect a trance demo by the autumn. There has been some heated debate online recently about whether girls should use their looks to get on in djing. Do you think it’s fair enough that some female DJs do; or do you think it isn’t necessary. In my opinion, a dj should definitely not make it just on looks. At the end of the day it’s about djing, and to be a dj you do need to be able to mix and have good knowledge of the music that you are playing, so looks alone in my opinion shouldn’t really just cut it. But clubbers do seem to expect a variety of things when it comes to a dj, for some people they like djs to have that extra sex appeal, for others it may not matter, or they want the whole package. I suppose it’s going to vary depending on the individual. There are heaps of djs out there. What do you think you can bring to the scene? The scene is obviously very competitive with so many good djs, and like most djs, I’d like to think I bring my own individual essence to the scene and its dance floors with the music that I play. Are you planning any production work and if so who with? Yes I am, with Pierre Pienaar when he is over his UK tour end of next month. I’m very excited to be able to get in the studio and do collaboration and learn from Pierre. It’s going to be a fantastic opportunity! Now for a few quick fire questions . . . What’s in your fridge? Boring stuff really — milk, bacon, eggs, cheese, ham, butter, garlic butter, sausage rolls, various salads, mushrooms, yoghurt, seafood sauce . . . (I love a good prawn cocktail) and the chocolate is in the naughty fridge along with the alcohol lol! What was your first pet and what was its name? It was hammy the hamster lol! What’s the worst pick up line you’ve had used on you? I’d go to the end of the world for you . . . What was your reply? Yes but would you stay there?! Who is your hero? Would have to be my mum! For more info check out www.tina-martin.net (new website coming soon!) Thanks to Glossy Jax, High Altitude, Rick @ Gurn and SexyMinx for their photography. Not to be reproduced without permission. EventID 05d2e43263312068342b4db4ec5550ea: No matching event found Share this :: : : : Follow HarderFaster :: Other Features By Macavity: Ben Coda Gets Ready for Glade Festival The Tidy Boys are Back To Clean Up London David Minns Tells Us Why South London is The Place To Be! Russia's No 1 DJ, Bobina Springs into London Ali Wilson - From Harderfaster to Carl Cox's Favourite Producer The views and opinions expressed in this review are strictly those of the author only for which HarderFaster will not be held responsible or liable. Comments: From: Justin Time on 2nd Jun 2006 22:08.51 Well done babes Keep up the great work From: Kamora on 2nd Jun 2006 22:16.38 Excellent interview. Well done so far Tina From: Dani T on 3rd Jun 2006 00:52.14 Wicked interview chick.. You rock! Can't wait for Polys! From: Alan-Banks on 3rd Jun 2006 07:44.08 well done Tina, all the hard work is now paying off - go get them From: K.A.R.L. on 3rd Jun 2006 09:54.00 Great interview Tina. All the best for Poly's, you will rock it. From: Mark. on 3rd Jun 2006 12:09.57 Well done Tina Mina. Quality girl, and top DJ. All the best with Poly's - well deserved and it's a shame I can't make it. From: Pierre Pienaar on 3rd Jun 2006 12:20.19 Great interview Tina, and looking forward to seeing you again end at the end of the month ! :-) From: Martin Begley on 3rd Jun 2006 12:28.46 GO TEENY WEENY! From: starscream on 3rd Jun 2006 13:49.40 Tina From: Olly Perris on 3rd Jun 2006 20:43.12 Good stuff dude!!!!! From: jef on 3rd Jun 2006 20:46.38 Go girl!!! I'm sure you'll have the Fridge rocking and everyone in it! x From: Gordon Darley on 3rd Jun 2006 21:32.02 Go Tina From: ORPHEUS on 3rd Jun 2006 23:55.36 have a wicked polysexual babe...all the best tina From: Jurrane on 4th Jun 2006 06:41.58 Nice interview Tina & huge congrats on your success so far! Knock 'em dead at the Fridge! From: Nicky D on 4th Jun 2006 19:10.32 Good luck girly From: Glyn Waters on 4th Jun 2006 20:39.55 Top stuff Tina, good luck From: Menthol Taz on 5th Jun 2006 03:42.43 Nice one - good luck x From: Janie Mac on 5th Jun 2006 08:21.42 Nice one Ms Martin - Jog it in. Mwah x From: Staggo on 5th Jun 2006 08:49.47 Nice one Tina. Best of luck with the Polys set!!! From: Lisa B on 5th Jun 2006 09:35.06 Nice interview babe .. Looking forward to seeing you in your bunny outfit on the 17th!! LOL From: Claire99 on 5th Jun 2006 09:57.24 nice one babe! congrats xxx From: Maria on 5th Jun 2006 09:57.54 Go go go Tina! Wish you all the best. Mwah!!! From: Laura1 on 5th Jun 2006 10:21.38 well done sweet, wicked interview... I'm sure you'll take the clubbing world by storm From: theviceroy on 5th Jun 2006 10:21.48 Good luck at Polys, keep out of trouble! From: DJD4RK on 5th Jun 2006 12:16.15 Hey well done Tina and good luck with Polysexual... and most of all.. keep watching out for those sharks and jelly fish! From: mattpickup on 5th Jun 2006 12:23.10 Good interview babe well done looking good !!!!!!!!!! From: Miss Smooth! on 5th Jun 2006 12:26.05 Nice One Tina - you're a star!! From: Tina Martin on 5th Jun 2006 14:18.19 Omg thanks everyone! Really can't wait..! Thanks for your support xxx From: anushka007 on 5th Jun 2006 15:06.09 Hard work is finally paying off I see you there babes xxx From: T-bag on 5th Jun 2006 15:15.47 Nice one ya Luv-able Tart , does this mean i have to check out one of ya set now See ya soon X From: benz on 5th Jun 2006 15:45.49 give it some bird! good luck xxx From: Lorenzo Barrero on 5th Jun 2006 16:10.29 Wicked interview, and good luck on the 17th! From: karl davis on 5th Jun 2006 16:51.11 all the best tina rock it out From: steve obrady on 5th Jun 2006 17:26.04 Well done Tina From: Ian Edwards on 5th Jun 2006 20:01.55 go go girl.. From: Just Bex on 5th Jun 2006 21:12.46 Hey gorgeous girlie, can't wait to hear you rock Polys on the 17th... good luck for the future, you deserve it. Big mwahs x From: Lunar chic on 5th Jun 2006 22:37.13 Go Tina go! You are a lovely little minx, just know you're gonna rock the Fridge! From: Craig Paxton on 6th Jun 2006 09:26.45 Good interview Tina.. Roll on Polys at the Fridge! From: storky on 6th Jun 2006 11:13.31 I can remember many a night clubbing with ya now you're ready to rock the spot...Well Done Tina From: Hi Freak1c on 6th Jun 2006 12:30.22 Well done Tina all the best for the future keep it banging out. From: Holly-Anna on 6th Jun 2006 14:12.28 Nice one honey! Looking forward to this x x From: Aaron Baskerville on 6th Jun 2006 15:48.22 Tina, glad it all going well. Enjoy x From: Type 1 on 6th Jun 2006 15:58.04 get in there u big trance fairy ;-) From: Mat Lock on 6th Jun 2006 16:51.13 Good luck with the Polys gig !! You'll stomp it fine !! From: minimoo on 6th Jun 2006 17:14.57 Keep up the good work babe From: bennett on 6th Jun 2006 18:17.27 she's going all the way well done tina From: Dr DUZZIT on 6th Jun 2006 19:24.14 Tina your a Star waiting to be born, had a great laugh with you out in Ibiza with EZ Duzzit last year and you deserve every set you get mate. From: Tina Martin on 6th Jun 2006 20:33.13 Thanks for all your lovely comments guys From: Brixkitten on 6th Jun 2006 22:00.36 wikkid interview babe, you have worked hard with this,its only what you deserve, go girl From: Mike Harris on 7th Jun 2006 02:35.29 Good work Tina, all the best hun! From: blondie on 7th Jun 2006 07:37.45 Well done Tina! Definitely one female DJ who doesn't need to rely on her looks, even though she definitely could! From: Allan@Nu Energy on 7th Jun 2006 08:21.14 Yes yes... good luck with Polys hopefully I'll get down there to rock it out! From: JennieRix on 7th Jun 2006 10:24.47 Hey sexy lady. Love you loads. You deserve this more then anyone i know at the mo, and i cant wait to see you rock it at polys. Main room peak time set at the fridge next and better things to come. Watch this space i say. Mwah From: ~deleted7155 on 7th Jun 2006 18:06.21 Nice one Hon! Bet your gonna rock it!!!! x. From: VinDiesel on 7th Jun 2006 20:54.56 Great interview. Good luck Tina at Polysexual. You are one of the most dedicated, dilligent djs on the scene From: ~deleted9531 on 8th Jun 2006 11:56.32 Get in there Tina. Couldn't happen to a nicer person. From: rossy on 8th Jun 2006 13:13.15 @ the pics Cool interview, yet to see u play, but heard loads of great things about u From: 2 PhUnKEd Up on 8th Jun 2006 13:15.14 Splendid stuff Miss.Martin. Give it some!!! All the best for the future From: raving.looney on 8th Jun 2006 14:03.47 Welldone baby........keep up the good work!!! U love it u shlaaaaaag lol xXx From: DaveFrayne on 8th Jun 2006 14:04.47 Well done Hun - Only had the pleasure of meeting you a couple of times but you were always wicked! All the best chic! xx From: Mizz Chief on 8th Jun 2006 17:33.22 Wicked interview babe - good luck on the 17th xxxx From: dani d on 9th Jun 2006 01:21.54 Witcked interview babe ..keep it good work!! From: BakLash on 9th Jun 2006 10:53.05 Nice one babe,worked hard for this mo,well deserved,great interview,looking forward to u playing for us at BakLash,cu soon xX From: MARK H on 9th Jun 2006 13:00.56 Wicked interview! Look forward to seeing you again at Polys xx From: budha on 9th Jun 2006 22:41.48 Good job Tina! Keep up the good work :-) From: danj on 13th Jun 2006 01:51.57 Go girl From: Stevi D on 14th Jun 2006 11:48.06 Get in there SEXY!!!! Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmwahxxx From: Nicky D on 15th Jun 2006 06:20.31 Great interview, good luck!! From: Nickbackonit on 4th Apr 2007 10:54.27 Hey Tina, Well done!!! All the best and all our regards from Cape Town! Get in there mate! Dangerous Nick

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