If you were at Tango last time Boys Noize came to town, you’ll probably already have your ticket for his return visit. We spoke to the electro icon, producer and founder of Boysnoize Records about David Lynch, Prince and his secret soft spot for George Michael.

Your Beijing set last year was one of 2010’s highlights. How are you going to improve on that?
For me, it’s easy to improve because I always try to play new music – I’ve got a lot from myself and Boysnoize Records, plus there’s a lot of other great new music out there.

Earlier this year, you remixed a track by David Lynch. Did you feel under pressure to make it “weird” in the style of a Lynch film?
No, not at all. It just happened to end up “weirder” than my regular remixes. I could have gone straight 4/4 epic house remix, but that would have been too easy.

Which David Lynch character would you be?
I’d be the Mulholland Drive itself, so I’d know what happens in that film.

You’ve remixed a huge range of artists. Which meant most to you?
It was a big deal for me when I remixed Depeche Mode. Just listening to Dave Gahan’s vocals singing “Personal Jesus” without any effects at my studio gave me goosebumps.

Who’s still out there that you’d like to remix?
Prince or Elvis, maybe?

And anyone who you would refuse to work with?
Haha, too many to count. I have to say “No” more often than “Yes.”

Name one album you secretly love, but would never admit to enjoying.
Hmm. Maybe Faith by George Michael.

I want to start a record label. What advice would you give me?
Don’t do it.

What have been your three favorite tracks Boysnoize Records has put out this year?
“Amatilda” by Jan Driver, “Knight Moves” (DJ Koze Remix) by Gonzales and “Music is Awesome” by Housemeister.

You’ve already achieved so much and you’re not even 30. Where do you want to be by the time you’re 40?
Haha, I don’t know, man. What I’ve learned is that you can’t plan too much. I just hope that everything stays like it is right now.

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Boys Noize plays Tango on Oct 27.

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