John Digweed has become the people’s choice while maintaining his longstanding presence in underground dance culture. His popularity as both a dj and a person seems to have no limits, but his efforts transcend dj'ing alone, he is as much a producer and promoter and we can’t wait to have him at this years Creamfields 2008.

Here is some amazing footage of Digweed in action!

What has 2008 got in store for you?
Just released my new transitions Cd so going to be touring around europe promoting it, plus the bedrock label is getting re launched with some great tracks from Guy J and DJINXX to name a few

Are you working in the studio in the moment? If so tell us about any forthcoming releases?
I have a few tracks with Nick Muir which should be finished for the summer

What are your top 3 festival essentials?
Shorts
Raincoat
Your own bog roll

What advice would you have for anyone starting out?
You have to be passionate about music firstly and be prepared to work very hard for very little money, try and be original and never give up if you really want it.

If you weren’t a DJ what would you be doing?
Not sure as I always wanted to be a DJ

The scene has changed over the years, in what ways do you see the differences?
I think people have better sound systems and the overall set ups of clubs are much better, promoters and club owners know that you have to have events of a high standard as people want the best now.

Some people get a buzz out of the audience dancing or clapping along to their set, what gives you your buzz when you perform?
I don’t really dance and I don’t really show a lot of emotion when I play but inside I am really enjoying myself seeing everybody having a good time to what I am doing.

Who are you most looking forward to seeing at this years Creamfields? And can you give us your top tips on who you think is going to be hot at this year’s festival?
Underworld are always great to see.

Will you be dropping any surprises in your set this year?
Working on it

Creamfields has now gone 2 days, what would be your advice to first time campers?
Don`t be surprised if you you don`t get any sleep for the entire event

After a decade of Creamfields, what are your memories of the festival?
I was at the very first one and it`s great to see them not only make it to 10 but put on amazing shows all over the world as well

Do you find there is a difference when performing infront of a northern crowd?
A northern crowd have always been really up for it, so it`s always great to play in front of them

Whats the best thing about festivals?
Getting a chance to check out many different style of music through out the day and night

Whats the worst thing about festivals?
The weather can dampen spirits but not stop people having a good time

If you could become a festival promoter for the day, which artists either past or present would be in your dream-line-up?
Pink floyd , led zeplin and the beatles should fill the biggest venue with bill hicks on in between

Do you have any plans to play new material at Creamfields or is that under-wraps until Showtime begins?
What this space

Sum up Creamfields in 5 words?
Top quality northen music experience