SPICE! Exclusive Interview with SamuiFantasia DJ Hector Fonseca
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DJ Hector
November’s mega-celebration of SamuiFantasia 2009 parties on the beach on November 27 & 28 are in Samui. The world famous and well-known DJ, Hector Fonseca from New York will be at X2 Resort on the Beach who has also released his personal album. The following interview brought to you by Spice! Magazine will introduce Hector Fonseca to you.
• Is this your first trip travelling to Thailand and playing at a Gay Beach Party?
“Yes to both! I’ve seen and heard so many amazing things about Thailand and so it’s really cool that I get to experience it for the first while doing what I love, DJ’ing at a huge Beach Party! Amaaa mazing!!!”
“Yes to both! I’ve seen and heard so many amazing things about Thailand and so it’s really cool that I get to experience it for the first while doing what I love, DJ’ing at a huge Beach Party! Amaaa mazing!!!”
• What is your impression of Thailand?
“It seems to be on everyone’s list of “must visit” worldwide. My personal impression is that it has unmatched beauty both in the natural landscape and also the spirit of the people. A ”true paradise in my book.”
• How do you imagine an Asian Gay Party will be different from the ones in America?
“Other than the party scene being newer in Asia, I’m not too sure they are different. These parties provide an escape and indulgence in fun and fantasies that most people around the world can relate to wanting. I like to provide that escape via the music and parties that I do globally and so this will be no different, but on a grander scale in Thailand.”
• As for Spice! Magazine, most of our readers are very liberal and mostly gay; they would surely love to know what is your attitude torwards gay people?
“I think we are on this earth for a very short time and so if you don’t accept and express yourself as who you really are, you are not living life to its fullest. The gay community has that unique quality in that life is truly LIVED and self expression is truly realized and that’s a beautiful thing!”
• What is the difference from an indoor facility to performing in an outdoor beach setting?
“There is a sense of spirituality and sexiness that comes with playing on a beach/outdoor setting that you can’t get indoors. It’s a truly special thing when Music meets Nature and beach parties are the best example of that.”
• What has been your most impressive event that happened to you as a DJ?
“Carnival in Rio is really impressive. There are thousands of people everywhere and the energy is through the roof! They really enjoy life there! I have a feeling SamuiFantasia will rival that!”
• Please explain your most humorous or an unusual or unexpected happening at one of your performances?
“I’ve had some pretty crazy things happen at events, some good/some bad. Like, I once had the sound system at a huge event completely shut down and so I had to clap and sing along with everyone. Although alarming and frustrating at first, it turned into a unique & beautiful moment!”
• From your experiences DJ’ing around the world, does race, nationality, or cultures, affect music trends in each area?
“Yes, definitely. Right now, the Spanish and Brazilian culture has been affecting the music trend in the Circuit Scene lately as those parties are huge and full of beautiful people. I am predicting Asia will be the next big influence in the worldwide scene as parties become bigger and more frequent in multiple cities there”
• Do you see many differences between American, Asian and European music trends, if yes, what are the major differences?
“Yes, but there is a common theme always. In America, mainstream/dance music still is big. In Europe and Brazil, there is more of a tribal/progressive influence. In Asia, the music seems to have more of an electronic /progressive influence. I tend to cross over all those vibes and tie them together with a common theme which is enjoying life.”
• Who are your music idols and why?
“I would say I idolize people like Giorgio Moroder, Pharrell, Madonna and Max Martin. I hope one day when it’s all said and done, I also put out hits like they have over the years.”
• When did you first know that you wanted to be a DJ and do you remember what is the situation or incident to have influenced or attracted you in working as a DJ?
“I remember being really young and sneaking into the clubs in New York City in the late 90s. Experiencing parties at legendary places like Limelight, Tunnel and Twilo really opened my mind to the possibility of becoming a DJ. Halloween at Twilo in 1998 was probably the one moment when I decided, I need to quit modelling and become a DJ”
• What is your priority in considering what kind and type of music or beats to be used in any event, and do you mind telling us in brief what is your key to select the right beats or music to match an event as in the SamuiFantasia event?
“My priority is always making people dance and have fun! For an event like SamuiFantasia, it provides an opportunity to stylize the music according to the unique venue, culture and time of the night. This will be the first time playing there for me so I will also play a lot of unreleased and hard to find remixes/productions/edits of mine so that the musical experience is really unique!”
• As for ‘Party’ some are well known as celebrations to drink or drug to excess, do you have messages to those partygoers?
“My motto when it comes to things like that is that moderation is the key, never overindulge. Too much of anything is bad for you so have a great time but don’t do anything to put your health or anyone else’s in danger. You want to have nothing but good memories about the party so celebrate responsibly!”
• As for you, you are very handsome and a real hot celebrity, how do you manage this and what is your limits to accept and refuse those trying to reach you in either polite or opposite ways?
“Thanks for the compliments :) Although I am in the spotlight a lot, I’m actually rather shy at times. I try to manage that by focusing on the music and the crowd as a whole and not individuals, as hard as that can be at times, lol. As for people trying to reach me, I’m very approachable and friendly but have a lot going on always so I can’t quite respond to everyone’s requests. Although, I try...”
• Do you have any messages you would like to pass along to all partygoers at this event?
“Get ready to experience one of the best parties of the year! I will bring the music and energy, gCircuit will bring amazing decor, sound and landscape and YOU will bring your spirit of joy and celebration to the dance floor! We will all create a Magical Evening together...see you SOON :)”