Waterford ravers King Kong Company play 3Olympia Theatre on 13 October. We asked Colin Hoye of the band the BIG questions . . .
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Tell us three things about yourself . . .
I play trumpet and keyboards for King Kong Company. I love my garden. I hate bananas.
How would you describe your music?
Electronic, fun, dance till you drop.
Who are your musical inspirations?
Leftfield, Chemical Brothers, Underworld, Daft Punk, Justice.
What was the first gig you ever went to?
Suzanne Vega, 1991, National Stadium, Dublin.
What was the first record you ever bought?
Hunting High and Low - A-ha.
What's your favourite song right now?
Just Cool - Obongjayer.
Favourite lyric of all time?
"I take my shoes off and throw them in the lake and be two steps on the water" - Kate Bush, Hounds of Love.
If you could only listen to one song for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Don’t Worry, Be Happy
Where can people find your music/more information?
Most music streaming services.
King Kong Company play 3Olympia Theatre on 13 October. Tickets are on sale now.
Alan Corr
