14 FAKTS INTERVIEW WITHSIMON FIELD

Q: Please introduce yourself

Simon Field, DJ/producer from Oslo in Norway. With over a decade in the business as producer, label owner. My life is about house music and making people smile and dance. 

Q: One person you'd dream to have a coffee with?

I think Nile Rogers. One for his influence on dance music through his entire career from Chic to Daft Punk. I´ll ask him to bring Giovanni Giorgio Moroder along. 

Q: If you could have any superpower, what would it be and why?

I´ll pick the ability to stop time so I could finish all my passion projects. I have so much on my mind that I want to do with music. The downside of being creative. 

Q: If you would have been given the chance to do a film score, what movie would you choose and why?

I think I would put a dirty ol chicago house on Clockwork Orange. The energy in that movie is unreal. Although the music is already good. But hey, let's make it house. 

Q: Who has been the most influential in your music career? And why?

I still admire Eric Morillo – my first introduction to house music was his tracks. He was an amazing DJ and equally high level producer. 

Q: Tell us about your journey, what got you to where you are today?

My journey started in Bergen, where the music scene shaped my early love for music. I began experimenting with production in my teens, initially just for fun along with playing bass for several bands. I got more and more into production and been through a pop faze and hip-hop period - but as I delved deeper, it became clear that house music would become my thing.

Being a DJ on the side, a series of fortunate events lead me to choose to go all in with house. Over the years, I've had the privilege of collaborating with amazing artists and performing at incredible venues. Each experience, whether a success or a challenge, has been a learning curve, helping me refine my sound and vision.  

Q: Everyone goes through ups and downs, what’s one habit you adopt to push through the downs?

When I hit a rough patch, I focus on the basics: getting outside for a walk, disconnecting from screens, and just letting my mind clear. Fresh air and movement do wonders for resetting my mindset. An important one is also to remind myself why I started making music in the first place — the joy of creating something that makes people feel good. 

Q: Can you recall a DJ set or performance of yours that remains unforgettable to you? Where did it take place, and what makes it stand out among all others?

One set that stands out was my first time at Ministry of Sound in London. It was my first time playing there, and the energy was off the charts. The crowd was just in sync with every track I played, and there was this incredible connection between the music and the audience. I can't recall what year it was, but this iconic venue was far less commercial at the time and more rough, it that makes sense. Combined with the history and culture of London, made it an unforgettable experience. 

Q: How has your music style evolved over the years?

It has definitely evolved as I've experimented with different sounds and genres. I started with a more straightforward pop driven house, but over the years, I've incorporated deeper, more melodic elements into my tracks. I’ve also become better at keeping things simpler, being more patient as well as picture what I want a track to do in the context of a set. 

Q: If you were to venture into another music genre, which one would you choose and why?

It has to be beat driven for me. So I guess it would not be too far from house. I defo love related genres from organic down tempo to disco. 

Q: Could you name 3 tracks that got you into electronic music and why?

1. Frankie Knuckles - Your Love. A timeless classic that introduced me to the soulful side of house. The emotion in this track is something I strive to bring into my own music.

2. Daft Punk - Around the World. This track was a game-changer for me. The repetitive, robotic groove was unlike anything I'd heard before, and it really opened my eyes to the possibilities within electronic music.

3. Disclosure - Latch. Although not my earliest reference, but was very important to state my belief in house as a commercial genre and came out around the time I decided to go all in for house. 

Q: Can you recommend a hidden gem in your home country that would be perfect for a rave?

I must speak for my 2 favorite clubs in Oslo; Jæger and Skaugum. Both have their charm for different reasons. Skaugum is a raw underground club in a back-yard on the west side. Packed from Wednesday to Saturdays. People come there for music and you can literally throw at them whatever you want.

Jæger is an amazing venue with 2 great rooms; known for probably the best club systems in Europe. Maybe even the world. They are the home of the finest underground artists and DJs in the country, open every day of the week and host big names every weekend. The vibe and the music passion in these walls are unbeatable. 

Q: Could you tell us about your upcoming releases and plans for the year?

This year has been a heavy release focus to cement the sounds and ideas I started with on the previous album “Need No Music”. My upcoming album "Panda" is a huge milestone in the sense. I finally feel 100% home and nearly in love with the final product. I do have a few more singles planned for the rest of the year, but will set dates for those as soon as I see the reception of the album in August.

On the live side I will seek out venues that fit my sound - focusing on the audience that are in my musical mindset. Will announce several great venues and dates soon. I also cant wait to announce a few huge collabs within the next 12 months. 

Q: Can you share a fun fact about yourself that most of your listeners are probably unaware of?

A fun fact about me is that I’m actually a pretty decent cook! When I’m not in the studio or performing, I love experimenting in the kitchen. For bigger events, I get ingredients in the rider so I can make my own guacamole back stage. Something to do to take my mind of things.. And its a social thing as well.