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Morgan Page has always been able to combine his knack for party-starting sonic antics with his drive for artistic expression – and that’s something very admirable. One often has to give one up for the other, but Page is a different kind of book. That’s why he’s able to hit #1 on Billboard’s Dance charts with enviable regularity, earn a Grammy nomination and covet praise from critics for his original productions. His new album In The Air even has an indie slant to it, all wrapped around his typically irrepressible brand of progressive house, cleverly showcasing his versatility and maturity. Here’s an illuminating chat with the in-demand American DJ/producer after his killer set at Mink.

Hi Morgan! Is this your first time in Singapore? What are your impressions?
Yes, I love it here.. very lush. Feels like a greenhouse!

How did you get from a log cabin in rural Vermont into the dizzying world of DJing?
I started in college radio in my home state of Vermont, as a high school student. The local station at UVM didn’t require DJs to be students, so I took advantage of that opportunity. I later continued in radio at Emerson College in Boston, and started to play out in clubs because I wanted an audience I could see.

How do you think you have grown as an artist since your early days?
The sound has changed and evolved a lot of the early days. It’s more aggressive, and I’ve gotten better at arrangement and melodies that stick in your head.

Did you ever wanna do anything else outside of music?
My early interests were graphic design and technology. I still really like good design and photography.

Your impressively extensive list of remixes makes us drool glitter. Do you have a favourite amongst them all?
Some of my favorites are my mixes for Madonna, Meiko, and my remix for Nadia Ali that was nominated for a Grammy.

Tell us about your latest album In the Air.
The new album is a mix of vocal heavy progressive house music. Some tracks are more indie focused and other are built specifically for the club. Everyone from Tegan & Sara, to Nadia Ali, to Greg Laswell contribute vocals.

How did you get Tegan & Sara onboard for “Body Work”?
It all started with a bootleg remix I did for Tegan & Sara. They later hired me to remix two of their songs and then eventually we thought – “why don’t we write an original together?”

Your music is now being played from fashion events to movie soundtracks. What’s next?
One of the songs was the official landing track for Virgin America for a while – that was pretty cool. Next up – maybe the soundtrack for private space travel? (Laughs)

Interview courtesy of Mink.

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