The Ed Banger Quentin Dupieux that goes by the name of Mr. Oizo is a veteran of the electronic music scene. You will certainly remember him for 'Flatbeat', many of you will also know him as a film director for 'Rubber'. Recently, he took time to do 'Ask Me Anything' on Reddit. So, people had a bunch of questions. Oizo, in turn, had some pretty riveting answers, like a straightforward Frenchman ought to have..
What is it like to be signed to Ed banger?
Nothing special.
Who are your favorite contemporary electronic musicians or DJs? Who does Mr. Oizo go to see when he goes out?
I have absolutely no respect for DJs.
Who are your main musical influences?
Edith Piaf (wiki)
You’re writing process (music wise) took a drastic turn midway through your career. Can you elaborate on why you switched from using mostly hardware to a mostly DAW oriented setup? what sort of software tools have you found to be most important in your writing/production process? and finally, which song of yours are you most proud of?
i think i’m proud of this tune called ‘textes’ (stade 3 EP). i just love it like someone else did it. i think it is a perfect tune. i switched to software because i got bored with my old analog equipment. i needed something new and exciting
What was the inspiration for Flat Eric, and why has he stuck around with you for so long?
flat eric was inspired by dogs.
When will Flat Eric return?
soon maybe
Do you regret any project you worked on because it didn’t turn out like you thought it would?
Usually when a movie is done, after months of post production, i think it is bad.. then i watch it 2 years later and think it was brilliant.
Can you give us some insight on your next project, Realite?
right now i’m finishing my movie wrong cops. will start editing reality very soon. it’s pretty hard to talk about it.. i’d rather show you the movie
Do you prefer mango or melon?
fruits are retarded
Can I have some beard tips?
beard tips ; shave it yourself. do not make it perfect otherwise you’ll look like a poodle
Do you have any plans to do any club tours in the States? Philadelphia needs you!
i'm a bad dj
Will there be any future Handbraekes releases?
oh yes.. EP #2 is almost ready
Do you feel like your saturated electro sound in the late 90s (Flat Beat, etc) inspired what is now "mainstream dubstep"?
monday massacre sounds a lot like this new wave of dubstep yes.. but at the same time, i was very influenced by some other stuff when i recorded this. so i guess it's just normal.. you never create from scratch. always have to be inspired by something else
What do you think of the hype Daft Punk are building for Random Access Memories?
daft punk are the best.
I always love your remixes and production work. Are you planning on bringing that Mr. Oizo sound to some of those new Daft Punk tracks?
ask them to ask me
First of all thank you for all of your contributions to film and music over the years.
Who is your favorite artist from Ed Rec to work with (musically)?
sebastiAn is the best. kills everyone. huge talent.
Source: Reddit