Juicebox Magazine AW15 1 | Page 22

When did punk start meaning something to you? i remember seeing the famous bill grundy pistols interview in 76 but didn’t realise we could all become whatever we want until leaving my job and going to art college in 78 What does it mean to you? it was a form of freedom from from a corporate society What aspects of punk do you see in todays world? i still see many influences in fashion and music How relevant is the punk movement/mentality to todays generation/youth culture? very relevant but not often embraced How relevant is it to your culture/generation? (the people that grew up around it) again very relevant but sadly often forgotten with age and responsibilities Is it dead/dying? - Explain it happened and that fact can never die, main stream interest in it comes and goes How do you incorporate it into your art/life? i still take encouragement from the ‘can do’ attitude and can do my way Are there any creative minds or pieces that you are obsessed with right now? (directors, films and…) Is there a person or piece of work that has inspired you most? lifting me higher by Jackie Wilson so ultimate play list would be one that makes Jackie and The Clash welcome i don’t think obsessed with or can say “the most” but for both questions here are a few of my favourite things > The Clash “The only band that matters”, American Graffiti, Harley J Earl, Morag Myerscough, Elvis, Lewis Leathers, George Cox Creepers, telecasters, pre 88 triumph bonnevilles What’s on your playlist right now? The Clash are on most of my playlists /What is your idea of the ultimate playlist? Fav band The Clash, Fav song Your love keeps 22 23