Episode Synopsis
Some tunes are timeless. Their lyrics resonate across generations, sometimes they go viral 50 years after they were originally released because of the latest dance video craze. Norman Cook A.K.A Fatboy Slim is the author of many tracks that have become generational anthems, and in this podcast we examine why music of all kinds connects to people across the globe, in ways that are often indescribable.
A Teaser of What We Discovered in this Video…
“I’ve always said I’m a shy showoff, which is the same kind of oxy-moron as a fat boy, who’s slim. “
– Norman Cook A.K.A Fat Boy Slim
Watch the Main Interview Video
About Norman Cook:
Norman Cook is a world-renowned DJ, Music Producer, and performer who popularised Big Beat dance music in the 90’s. His relevance to music and popular culture has stood the test of time, and his anthems continue to ring out to packed stadiums and festivals across the Globe. His Post-Covid tour is aptly entitled “We’ve come a long, long way…”
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Show Notes:
07:48 – When Jax and Fatboy Slim met and became great friends
19:00 – How the Praise You video came about
27:09 – Who is Norman Cook? – The shy show off behind the superstar DJ
37:05 – Norman’s philosophies on life… and what’s next for Fatboy Slim?
47:47 – Writing a film score – Ibiza: The Silent Movie
50:10 – Being a good music selector
61:00 – Norman’s side hustle, and love affair with Brighton, England
65:00 – Politics. He’s not so proud of Britain, and growing up in the Thatcher years
73:55 – Norman and Jax are both looking into NFT’s
80:38 – What do Norman’s children think of his music?
82:08 – Making an anthem, and the influence on social media on pop culture today
90:00 – Fatboy Slim – Praise You
91:00 – Thought for the Day