I had the pleasure of interviewing one of PartyLikeThis’ favorite artist’s Green Velvet. I’m sure you’ve already heard of him, so let’s get right into the Q&A and hopefully you learn a little more about the Legendary DJ/Producer.  Bonus: “Everybody Wants” trailer featuring Kid Sister after the Q&A!!

PartyLikeThis(PLT): You have been in the music scene for a long time and have made a mark with every new turn of dance culture, without “selling out” or changing your sound up too much. Would you agree with my observation and why do you think you have been so successful in life?

Green Velvet(GV): I try to stay true to my roots of Chicago style house music as I remember it from the eighties. I’ve been successful for so long because I truly believe that I can do music as long as my heart desires.

PLT: My gateway into Cajmere/Green Velvet, as I’m sure most people’s was, is “It’s time for the percolator.” I know you have remixed and released it before, but will there be any new remixes for 2010 or beyond? Also, how did the song come about?

GV: There will definitely be some remixes of the ‘Percolator’ coming out in 2010. We have already secured some very interesting guest appearances for that project. The song came about when I was remixing the song ‘Coffee Pot’ in the studio. The owner of the studio said he liked the track and that it sounded like a percolator. You know the rest.

PLT: You have been touring/Djing for a long time and have achieved great heights in this industry. What are a few tips to help the next generation along in their endeavours and dreams of making it in the Industry?

GV: My best advice to making it in the music industry is to believe that you can do it and pray.

PLT: The new track you did with Kid Sister reminds me of if “Skake and Pop” and “Switchboard” had a baby. Very good! What was it like working in the studio with Kid Sister?

GV: Working with Kid Sister was a great experience. I had never done a song with a rapper until ‘Everybody Wants’. Her voice sounds incredible and it works really well with electronic music.

PLT: Any other new collaborations on the way?

GV: I will be working with Santiago & Bushido, Robthreezy, Tommie Sunshine, Felix Da Housecat, De La Soul, Phil Kieran, Japanese Popstars and Tiga in the near future.

PLT: I also know you are a very spiritual man and had a conversion a while back. How do your beliefs fit into your work?

GV: Yes, I put God first in my life with everything I do. I’m not perfect and I don’t have to be. I always try to do my best and learn from mistakes. God is love so I always try to spread love with my work.

PLT: Last but not least. You have many loyal new and old fans. What would be your message to them?

GV: Love is the message.

Check out Green Velvet’s trailer for “Everybody Wants” featuring Kid Sister below.  Go buy it on Beatport!