"Ordinary Alien" Boy George

07.04.2011

How much do you miss the BLITZ KIDS period and what comes to your mind when thinking about it?

I have fond memories of that time, it was all very exciting and new for all of us. I try not to look back too much in life, only forward.

When you look back to CULTURE CLUB today, after 30 years, what do you see, and what wouldn't you like to see?

I am extremely proud of the music we put and very grateful that we still hold a place in so many people’s hearts. At the time I don’t think any of us really had a chance to enjoy it to its fullest because it was such a crazy period and all happening so very quickly, but with age I’ve had a chance to reflect on it and learn to enjoy our success more.

Fashion has always been a part of you, and you have been a staple of the fashion scene for decades. What do you enjoy it?

I love the individuality that fashion enables the wearer. Whether its designer or high street, done well you can make any outfit stand out as a statement for who you are.

Considering your specific and recognizable personal style, how come you haven't started your own fashion line?

Haha, I actually do have my own label. I‘ve had it for a good many years now. I focus a lot of the range via the online store but over the years I’ve done catwalks with the label in New York, Paris, Milan and back home in London. The label is called R-Rude, though I may change this in the future to freshen things up..who knows?

You were one of the first DJs back in the nineties, what was the decision making factor for that?

Well I actually started DJing back in the late 70s but had to take a break once Culture Club took off. I returned back to DJing, though never stopped buying records and spinning, once life in Culture Club was pretty much over. I am very lucky that I have been able to do my two passions in life, singing and DJing, throughout my career

Have you ever tried singing while working as a DJ?

Yes, but it’s not what I do as DJ. My singing and DJing are two separate passions when performing. So sorry to disappoint those that come to see me dj and are expecting a live show of singing.

I like your collaborations with Dark Globe, Faithless, Hi Gate, especially the last one with Mark Ronson, "Somebody to love me" is a huge hit.

Thank you very much.

I' ve been listening to your new album "Ordinary Alien", and Turn 2 Dust, Time Machine, Brand New, If I Were You... are my favourites. It has that electronic, dance sound, but one can feel some sadness behind all the songs. Why is that?

The album contains a collection of songs that were all written with a live element to them but then given a dancey edge. Ordinary Alien as a whole is a dance focused album but I wanted the songs to have some depth to them beyond just being great club tracks. Much of the material on the album was written years ago and just been given a modern edge to them.

Why is Boy George ORDINARY and why ALIEN today in 2011?

I think to some I’ve always been something of an alien but once you get to know me I’m just an ordinary person, the sort you can bring home to meet your mum.

You was in Serbia again. How much do you like coming here, and what is it that brings you back to us again?

I was back for a show as I’m currently on a tour djing in various clubs promoting my new album. The end of last year so me on a live show so it was difficult to get many dj gigs in, which is why I am really looking forward to getting back on the road and djing again. I love getting to explore other peoples cultures, foods and artists too.

Is there a chance of us listening to Culture Club live again, at Exit festival, for example?

Culture Club will be getting back together so you will definitely hear us live again. As for where and when, we are still in the initial talking stages so it is far too early to say anything else right now.

Are you happy and loved?

Yes and Yes. I’m very happy in my life and with those who are around me.