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DTPM - the birthday: interview with the legendary Malcolm Duffy
Reported by MostwantedJonathan
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Submitted 28-03-06 23:54
It’s pretty difficult to come by a decent Sunday nighter in London, and this has been the case for years and years. Many have tried to emulate the success of Saturdays, with very few succeeding at all. 13 years ago, Lee Freeman came up with the idea of Sunday afternoon clubbing: it was to change the face of clubbing in London forever.
Initially started as a gay club, DTPM has evolved into a polysexual haven for anyone without attitude and everyone who wants to party. With a unique blend of underground house, tribal house, combined with an electro style music in Room 3, it’s the one club that has it all. As the team gears up for its next birthday, we hook up with one of its founding residents, the legendary Malcolm Duffy.
For those who’ve been part of the underground clubbing fraternity here in London, yours is a name people never forget. You’ve been a resident at trade, DTPM, Heaven and Fiction for more than 15 years, tell us how it all started?
Well the rumours are to be believed, I turned up at trade with a carrier bag full of records and asked if I could play, and I can confirm here that it is absolutely true! Not surprisingly they let me go on, and the rest is history. Haha!
For years and years you started work on a Friday, then did trade on a Sunday morning and finished with DTPM on a Sunday night — how did you manage to retain such a youthful complexion?
You of all people should know never to ask a girl questions like that… plenty of vodka, not much sleep and a soundproof coffin to climb into on Monday morning.
DTPM celebrates its 13th birthday this weekend; tell us how the club has grown from a relatively unknown underground gay affair to what it is today?
It’s run by professionals who know what they’re doing. DTPM has always found itself in amazing venues, and way back then, the Villa Stefano was cool. It was underground, just as clubbing was kicking off in London and I guess it was the only club of its kind. Trade was massive and people wanted somewhere else to go afterwards.... DT ain’t just us who play the music, there are a lot of people involved behind the scenes. So much goes into it each week, and for birthdays etc…. well, if you ain’t been, then come and see for yourself this Sunday.
What would you say to anyone who’s never been to DTPM? What should they expect?
Me begging for a drink! The way it is now is a little different to way back then. It’s got a number of rooms that cater for everyone, and it ain’t just for gays either. It attracts a wicked selection of everyone which makes it work really well.
DJ Magazine this week has announced that Fabric is the djs’ choice as number one club in the world, how does it feel to be one of the club’s residents?
Oooo, fierce girl! I haven’t seen it yet, but heard DTPM was in the top 5 clubs in the Times newspaper last Saturday, which is amazing. It’s about time the high brow took notice of what we do. Fabric is obviously the best venue in London, it’s a pleasure to turn up there every week, do my thing and go home. Great place!
Your style of djing is unique, and one that not many other DJs have gone near — how would you describe it?
Well, if you want me to get all technical on you, I’d probably called it ‘percussive tribal’. How’s that for you? There is nothing worse than playing the same stuff as someone else, and I guess I choose my records carefully. You wouldn’t think I gave a shit if you saw me in a bad mood though, records everywhere love!
Your new residency at Heaven was part of a massive and risky overhaul of music policy at a club where anthemic house was played for decades — how was it and is it working?
A lot of people were obviously upset when the previous era came to an end, but it had been in place for as long as I can remember. Wayne G was off to Australia, so I guess they took a risk, and as expected it’s worked. Heaven now attracts a mix of old and new, who appreciate the changes Heaven have made.
You took up sign language a while back, how did that come about and how has it benefited you or others around you?
Yeah, a lot of friends I’d made used to come down to trade and to DTPM and they were deaf — it amazed me at first how they were able to get off as much, and more than the punters who could hear. Plus, I could never tell what they were saying to each other about me, so thought, fuck it, I’ll learn and so I did. It’s a great skill to have.
You’ve travelled the world with clubs such as DTPM and trade; is touring the world something you enjoy doing, or not at all?
I love it apart from the flying. I’m not a good flyer, so when trade and DTPM were sending me as far as Australia, I’d do everything in my power not to go… it never worked though. Some places I’ve been to were a bit dodgy: Russia for example, when things were much different — I almost disappeared once…
You’re a man of many comical stories, would you care to share with us a memorable moment from your time djing?
Yeah, after all these years, I am still in therapy after what happened in Russia.
Care to elaborate?
Errrrr, no!
You’ve been quite quiet in the studio of late, is there any reason for that, or are we about to see a Duffy revival on the production front?
Oh yes, I’ve been very busy of late, working with a friend of mine, so there’s lots to come shortly. If you want a sneak peek, come listen at DTPM. It’s where it’s tried and tested.
You spent more than a decade playing the main room at DTPM before being asked to take control of the 2nd room at Fabric, which quite rightly has turned into a club within a club. How proud are you of what you’ve accomplished in Room 2?
I played what people call the Main Room for as long as I can remember, so when Lee asked me to move into Room 2 it made sense. Obviously there were those who saw it as some kind of demotion, but it was the opposite in fact. Loads of people come to DTPM for Room 2, as they do now for the Electric Loft. It’s a massive club that caters for all. And we don’t have a Main Room at DTPM. They are called Dance Floors 1, 2 and 3.
What have you got in store for us at DTPM’s birthday?
I’ll be dusting off the oldies girl, bit like you, and mixing it with the new, always a recipe for mess.
What does Malcolm Duffy do when he’s not playing records?
An awful lot of studio work at the moment.
You’re part of the Blue Cube stable of djs, which, let’s face it, is a pretty big stable. Is there any rivalry?
Not at all, everyone has their own thing to be getting on with. It’s one of the only clubs where we’re all grateful to have a set each week. Doesn’t matter what time or where you play, you’re at DTPM so that’s enough.
Finally Malcolm, where can we find you on April 2nd if we want a drink?
There is a skip usually parked outside the back of Fabric, try looking in there.
As ever Malcolm, an absolute pleasure to talk with you. Look forward to seeing you on Sunday.
Pictures courtesy of Blue Cube Promotions.
www.blue-cube.net
DTPM - THE BIRTHDAY
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Sunday 2nd April 2006
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The Fabric
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22:00 - 07:00
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£18 in advance from ticketweb
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www.blue-cube.net
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Advance tickets can be bought from Ticketweb.
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It is the most successful Sunday nighter in the land, and for 13 years, the hugely massive DTPM has rocked the capital and beyond, without glitch!
It’s one of only a few clubs that has the ability to export its magic overseas, and continues to do so year in year out. There are a few elements at the core of DTPM that makes it stand out from the rest – consistency and evolution! From an intimate after hour’s affair at the Villa Stefano way back in 1993 to the super award winning venue that is Fabric – DTPM has stood the tests of time and has germinated accordingly. Nominated for more awards than any other Sunday night affair, DTPM has won the respect of the clubbers and the industry alike.
Sunday 2nd April will see the club banging down the door on another birthday, a mean feat for any club in today’s current climate, and in traditional Blue Cube style ‘The Birthday’ is the biggest event of the year.
Everything Blue Cube does is packed with passion, and so there’s no point whatsoever in telling you they’ll be putting 200% into this event, because it’s a known fact they will.
Outer planetary production, super charged sound and lighting and music scored by 12 of DTPM’s infamous music maestros. Throw all this together with a few surprises from Blue Cube’s special events guru, the legendary Edna and you’re left without a reason for ensuring you’re a part of it.
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London
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Deep House. Prog House. Tribal House. US House. Breaks.
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ROOM ONE
Craig Daniel, Lisa German, Mark Westhenry, Steve Thomas, Justin Ballard
ROOM TWO
Kami, Ariel, Malcolm Duffy
ELECTRIC LOFT
Tasty Tim, Russell Penn, Mike Star
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