A Bristol selector, Tilly brings new wave, new beat and danceable dark wave sounds sometimes on Noods Radio, sometimes on NTS Radio and occasionally in the club. Expect synth pop, disco not disco, wave not wave and gems of all kinds.
Finding ourselves in the midst of societal, political, and environmental friction and reimagining, the importance of therapy and care has taken on new meanings. A lot of this care has been centered in dealing with solitude and separation as quarantine restrictions continue during this global pandemic. We take each day as it comes. Tilly’s mix is a comforting and soft reflection on our current state, with each song leaning us towards moments of vulnerability, tenderness and nostalgic reverie.
Tracklist:
Loren Marzzacane Connors - Evangeline
White Light - We Sat Together
The Lovin’ Spoonful - Didn’t Want to Have to Do It
Gayna Rose Madder - Over
Troupe Steve Biko - Blue Sun
Altamont - Watching Statues
Television Personalities - Miracles Take Longer
Gary Davenport - In America There’s Everything
Beach Boys - All I Wanna Do
The Millennium - 5.a.m.
Indifferent Dance Centre - Flight and Pursuit
The Shifters - Medieval Kicks!
Les Rodger - Time to Fly
Conny Frischauf - Auf und Nieder
Thomas Leer - Looks That Kill
Nite Jewel - Lover
OMD - Souvenir CST: Where are you from and where do you live now?
T: I was born in Gloucestershire in the UK. I’m currently based in Bristol.
CST: Introvert or extrovert?
T: Introvert. It’s not that I dislike being around people I just find it super draining. Recharging my batteries and alone time is very sacred to me. When I’m eventually ready I’ll show my face for a good party every so many months and then go back into hiding ha. Obviously, with my very close friends I could spend days with them at a time but it’s very rare I find people on the same frequency. That’s always a super special moment when you meet someone, something clicks and you just get each other.
CST: Whats your sign?
T: Gemini sun, Gemini moon, Leo rising.
CST: What is your favorite record shop?
T: Vinyl Vault in my hometown.
CST: What is your morning ritual?
T: Sleep as long as possible, try not to look at my phone before my feet touch the floor, chug a load of water, a quick yoga flow, then a black coffee, then hot-to-cold shower to wake up the soul.
CST: What was the first record you ever bought?
T: I’m pretty sure it was Aladdin Sane by David Bowie.
CST: Where was the first party you ever went to?
T: Probably some awful local indie gig in Gloucester but in terms of a proper rave it wasn’t until I got to university. I experienced something very different. I owe a lot to Rainbow Warehouse back when the toilets hadn’t been renovated. Such a great space to dance and I ended up having a little residency on the terrace space which really got me into DJing. I would just play 3hour sets on equipment I didn’t really know how to use and just play around with non-dance music stuff. Good times. Eventually, I became a regular at the Hare and Hounds, which is the best venue in Birmingham and very much an extension of the city centre. A true Brummy treasure! Shouts to the Leftfoot parties (Adam and Matt) who really opened my ears up to a different way of dancing, just super lovely guys who really do an amazing job at exposing good folk to great music.
CST: What are you reading right now?
T: Why I’m no longer talking to white people about race by by Reni Eddo-Lodge. An important and essential read.
CST: What are your other interests besides djing?
T: I enjoy running and sewing. But my sort of unknown interest is that I’m actually pretty good at swimming. In the summer seasons I often hop on trains to swim in open-air pools. There are lots of them dotted around the South West of England as they’re often found close to the coast. I just feel really peaceful in water and find it super soothing getting into a rhythm of counting strokes, lengths, breathes etc. For me, there’s a level on anonymity to swimming when you’re in a cap and goggles and your heads in the water. I’d love to go for sunrise swims but I’m just too lazy.
CST: Happiest moment?
T: Rescuing my dog from the dog shelter and bringing her home.
CST: Favorite part of the day?
T: Dusk.
CST: Where is your favorite place to dance?
T: Anywhere with really good tunes and with very good friends! Preferably with lots of space to have a good old knees up! But more recently, I’ve decided the White Hotel in Manchester is the best club in the country and my favourite (for now).
CST: Is there a concept or theme for this mix and if so, can you tell us about it a little bit more about it?
T: Due to the very weird times we are living in, I think this mix is an ode to when I used to sling coffee for a living. This is really just a little mix tape of tracks that keep me afloat. I do really miss having structure to my day so this is about those quiet moments in the café when people are sinking into their drinks or turning the page of a new book and laughing with a friend etc…. all the things that make a café a true neighborhood hang out.
