{"id":34360,"date":"2016-07-26T18:29:17","date_gmt":"2016-07-26T16:29:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.deephouseamsterdam.com\/?p=34360"},"modified":"2016-07-28T23:06:43","modified_gmt":"2016-07-28T21:06:43","slug":"interview-neverdogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.deephouseamsterdam.com\/ibiza\/interview-neverdogs\/","title":{"rendered":"Interview: Neverdogs"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Neverdogs is a story about talent, passion and technique, beginning\u00a0in 2000 in Florence when Tommy Paone teamed up with Marco De Gregorio. In light of their upcoming performance at Marco Carola’s Amnesia Music On party in Ibiza, we had a talk about everything from their stylistic roots to the Italian scene in the 90s to the party itself.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Originally from Catanzaro, the two DJs started off playing separately in the early 90s, prior to\u00a0the Neverdogs formation. The duo immediately demonstrated their personalities and skills, setting new music trends, conquering residencies in some of the most famous Italian clubs such as\u00a0Tenax<\/strong> in Florence, Cocoric\u00f2<\/strong> in Rimini and Docshow<\/strong> in Bologna – a club where the duo regularly return.\u00a0Over the years it\u2019s been the Neverdogs\u2019 natural talent and sound dynamics that have\u00a0consecrated them as a point of reference in the underground scene, transforming them into authentic exponents in the music industry.<\/p>\n

They are a well-traveled duo, performing at a long list of\u00a0clubs and festivals around the world; anywhere from London\u00a0to Columbia to Ibiza\u00a0to the UAE. They’ve shared the stage with artists such as\u00a0Marco Carola,\u00a0Hector, Richie Ahmed, WaFF, Jamie Jones, Marc Antona, Pan-Pot <\/strong>and Mar-T,\u00a0<\/strong>and even\u00a0<\/strong>international stars such as\u00a0Diana Ross, Jamiroquai, Billy Idol<\/strong> and Brian Ferry.\u00a0<\/strong>Alongside doing this, a heavy discography since 2004 is there to back it up, yet the story as to who the duo is and where they are from remains a mystery.<\/p>\n

Fortunately we had a chit chat to uncover some of the duo’s\u00a0experiences.<\/p>\n

“We are always focused on the progression of our sets because satisfying the crowd is our main objective.”<\/span><\/em><\/h3>\n

After performing as separate acts in the 90s, you two formed the duo in the early 2000s. What was it that initiated your work together?<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Tommy was living in Florence for a couple of years and during the summer, he came back to our hometown, Catanzaro. We met while playing at a beach party and everything started from there. A few days after that party, we decided to join forces and we moved together to Florence. One year later, the Neverdogs project was born.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why choose a dog as the moniker for your music? Why not a walrus, a beluga, a whale or a howler monkey?<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

The choice of the name has nothing to do with animals. Our name comes from the English translation of a common expression used locally, in our area. \u201cManchi\u2019Cani\u201d meaning literally \u2018not even the dogs\u2019. The choice of the dog as a logo comes from our love for the animal and what the animal means to us. A dog gives you unconditional love, the same unconditional love that we give to the music.<\/span><\/p>\n

You\u2019ve performed at hundreds of different venues since the 90s. What were some of the parties and raves like back then? How has it changed?<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Well, In Italy in the 90s <\/b>most of the big DJs playing on the house music scene were Americans and only a few of them were Italians. We started DJing vinyls, so being a DJ was absolutely not an affordable hobby like nowadays. You had to be really motivated if you wanted to be a DJ.<\/span><\/p>\n

We think technology has changed everything, from the DJ himself to the sound system, the lights and the productions.<\/span><\/p>\n

You\u2019re originally from Italy \u2013 Catanzaro to be precise. What are some of the stylistic roots of the region (be it musically or culturally) that, <\/b><\/span>in your eyes, have carried over to the Balearic and Mediterranean club vibe?<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Because of its location, Calabria has always been an epicenter of cultures and travelers. Since ancient Greece, this place has been home to artists and big thinkers like Pythagoras for example, a great philosopher and mathematician who set up his school not far from our hometown. Calabria is\u00a0a unique place surrounded by the Ionian and Tyrrhenian Seas. The warm weather, the beautiful colours of the sea, the rocky coastline and sandy beaches, its wild and mysterious nature, the strong and genuine flavours of local food and its ancient origins make Calabria a unique place, and we will always carry the energy and inspiration of Calabria with us. Unfortunately, the club scene has never been great, not ever, that\u2019s why we moved at the end of the 90s. Nowadays, fortunately there are a few promoters working on the underground scene. That\u2019s why we are always happy to go back and play in the place where we were born.<\/span><\/p>\n

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You regularly return to clubs in cities such as Florence, Rimini, and Bologna – places you\u2019ve been performing at since early on in your career.\u00a0What special quality is there in those Italian clubs that it is difficult to find abroad?<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

The cities that you just mentioned are the ones where – in the early beginning of our career –\u00a0 <\/span>promoters started to believe in us and gave us the opportunity to play on some important stages. <\/b>We\u2019re still very close to our friends and fans over there and we go back regularly. What really makes Italy different from other countries is the effort that people make to look good and to be ready for the event.<\/span><\/p>\n

How did the \u2018exclusive\u2019 VIP approach to clubbing come to form and how is it different to the club experience in the past?<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

We think the VIP approach came into the underground movement because more and more grown-up people felt the need to be able to still experience the music, but in a more liveable environment. <\/span><\/p>\n

You\u2019ll be making your fourth appearance with Music On at Ibiza\u2019s Amnesia.<\/b><\/span> How did you develop a relationship with Marco Carola, and how did this influence your style?<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

We started to develop our relationship simply because <\/b>we kept on bumping into each other, especially in Ibiza and Miami. We mainly thank Roberto, Ernesto, and Luca (Music On co-founders) who always believed in us, and it is also thanks to them that we were part of the first season of Music On.<\/span> Of course Music On is a great experience and Marco Carola has always been an inspiration for us, but we have always been working and researching to create our own personal sound. And that, as you can see, works perfectly with Music On.<\/span><\/p>\n

How did your initial performances at Music On go? Are there any adjustments you guys will be making for the rest of the season?<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Music On has been a success since its first edition. I also think we have been growing as artists because we always try to make adjustments in order to deliver our best performance.<\/span> We are always focused on the progression of our sets because satisfying the crowd is our main objective.<\/span><\/p>\n

How does the Music On brand reflect the duo\u2019s artistry and sound?<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Being part of this brand means to always keep pushing our boundaries, working hard every time to try to deliver the best we can. Of course, Music On has given us more visibility and\u00a0because of that we are growing faster. Plus we are working with a lot of big names and this helps to create collaborations and be influenced by other styles and sounds.<\/span><\/p>\n

What are your thoughts on the venue \u2013 Amnesia? How would you describe the vibe, and how do you complement the venue\u2019s aesthetic?<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Amnesia is one of the best clubs in the world. When we are on the decks, it is wonderful to see so many people coming from all over the world, together for the love of the music. Also, the sound system and lights are incredible. This makes every party completely unique and unforgettable.<\/span><\/p>\n

How do you guys gear up for your performances? What do you do to prepare for your set?<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

We usually spend a lot of time in the studio, but on the days before each performance we listen to hundreds of promos and we like to edit tracks, as we always try to personalise our sets. Another important thing we usually do is to listen to our record collection built up over the past 25 years, looking for some special track in order to bring some emotion on to the dance floor.<\/span><\/p>\n

Artist Page<\/a><\/span>Soundcloud<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

August 12 | Music On Amnesia<\/a> | Tickets<\/a> | Ibiza<\/strong><\/p>\n

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