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Joe Black – A short interview to get inside the mind of a message board hero Reported by Latex Zebra / Submitted 23-02-05 00:45 For the second year running now Joe Black has scooped the accolade of Message Board Hero at the Hard Dance Awards. He has beaten rivals (sic) and favourites from several other message boards (including Gurn.net and Tidy.com) and now, with two Golden Glowsticks to take out raving with him, I thought it was time to peel off the internet exterior and to prod and probe the delicate fleshy bits underneath. So join us now as we…. wait for it… meet Joe Black. So Joe, Message Board Hero two years on the trot, I’m not sure if it’s a record or not but that is quite an achievement. So how did you find out about HarderFaster in the first place and what encouraged you to stay and rack up such a hefty post count? As far as I recall (and it’s all a bit hazy now), I think that I found out about HarderFaster as most people did back in the day – through the photo section. I’m fairly sure that some of my friends were photographed and we were told that in order to view the pictures, we’d have to visit the site. I do recall that the first people that I met from the site were Bunny, Zimbolicious and Larsie. That was ages ago – some time in 2002, I think. I stayed because it was entertaining, it was easy to use the forums, and it was useful to discover what events were coming up. In terms of the post count, that was never my goal, merely a byproduct of entertaining myself. To be honest I think that the real reason I stayed was that Tom didn’t kick me off. How did you first get into clubbing and can you remember the first Hard Dance event you went to? I know it’s going to sound fairly clichéd, but I’ve always enjoyed dance music (especially trance). I’ve been going to clubs and raves since my early teenage years. Of course, this was back in South Africa. I remember the first hard dance event that I went to in London very clearly – it was Endorphin at the Fridge – on the 16th of March 2002, and as far as I recall Tara Reynolds was playing. I think you could say that was when I first got into clubbing. Not actually being involved in the dance music scene, well other than being a clubber, what role do you think message boards play in the development of the scene? I do think that they have their place – however I don’t think they are as important as some people believe them to be. I think that some good hype on the boards can help a smaller party succeed, just as some bad publicity might hurt it. I also think that the larger parties have lots of other promotional channels that work equally as well, if not better. All in all I think that the primary purpose of the boards is – or at least, should be – to create a sense of community, a place where people can discuss “the scene” and all its aspects, while also meeting new people, and being exposed to new ideas. How would you respond to people who say message board heroes are sad? I’d say that they’re probably right. The winner of the Hard Dance Awards 2004/2005, by Pink Kitty Your replies are often short and forthright, are you a man of few words? No, not really. How do you feel about pretenders trying to oust you from your throne or those bitter that you beat them into second place…. To be honest, I take the whole message board hero thing about as seriously as I take the message boards themselves – it’s all a good laugh, it’s also entertainment, and it is (or perhaps was) a good way to pass the working day. As such, I feel quite amused when people actually make an effort to oust me. I would advise the people that are bitter that I beat them into second place, to perhaps not try so hard – rather, they should attempt to conduct themselves with the flawless grace and effortless class of a true Message Board Hero (i.e. me). Alternatively, they could do what I did and sleep with all the judges – and most of the voters. During your stint on the forums have you made any life long friends or enemies? Life long is a bit optimistic, as I’ve only been on the forums for a few years. I’m sure that I’ve made many more enemies than friends, however, there are a few people that I’ve met via HarderFaster that I do consider quality people, and I make a concerted effort to see quite often. How would you describe yourself in 3 words? Gorgeous intelligent megalomaniac. Given your lofty status and power, this could potentially catapult a promotion and DJ into superstardom (if it isn’t already), but what is your favourite party and who is your favourite DJ? I’ve always maintained that the best parties (for me), are Tilt for a smaller event / day party, and WildChild for a large event/night party. I know that Tilt has recently moved to a different format (taking place in the evenings), and I haven’t had the opportunity to visit yet, but I’m sure that it will no doubt be equally as good and remain both a classy party and one of my favourites. The first WildChild party that I went to was at the Coronet – I was dragged to it, as I was starting to feel a bit disillusioned with clubbing and really wasn’t up for going out. Suffice to say that I changed my mind after that particular evening, and I try not to miss a WildChild event if it’s humanly possible. There are many other events that I do enjoy, and many other promoters that I do respect, however. In terms of a favourite DJ, I thought this question through, and to be totally fair it has to be Paul Van Dyk. I’ve only ever seen him twice, but I truly think he’s reached perhaps the pinnacle of what a DJ can achieve, in terms of technical ability, intelligent sets, production, and common business sense. He is a true artist and a leader in his field. Joe Black is the chosen one, by Pink Kitty What do you think of people who behave one way online and another way in person? People like that make me sick. Have you ever visited any other message boards, if not, do you think it is worth spreading some Joe Black love around? I have popped into a few of the others, but I find that there are generally too many English people on them. To be honest, with my job becoming ever busier, I don’t think that I would have the time to frequent more than one board. I also haven’t managed to p*ss off everybody that I would like to on HarderFaster just yet, and there are one or two people that I have yet to… get to know better. How tall are you? I’m not – I’m short. I’m taller than ck though. Did you really think that I was going to answer that question? (I was hoping for an exclusive) Some people seem to live their lives by what goes on forum pages, to the point of them almost ruling their lives, what advice or sagely wisdom do you have for such people? Get a life. You can be quite biting and almost caustic with your humour on the forums. What makes you laugh though? I do quite enjoy watching people get wound up over nothing, and making fools of themselves. I personally like sarcasm, wit and dry humour, and I am also quite partial to irony. I don’t particularly enjoy obvious humour. Who makes you laugh on the forums? You don’t have to say me but remember I can edit your answers to make you look really, really nasty. The funniest person on these forums is Latex Zebra. Not. (I’m really, really nasty already) The funniest person on these forums is – or rather was – TearZ / Machine. Nobody can match him for either wit or humour. Unfortunately he doesn’t post anymore – however, I think that we should start a petition to *force* him to return, against his will. There are a few people that still post that often make me laugh, including GloomCookie, Zoolander and El Capitano Pete. What is your favourite smiley? I’m not a big fan of emoticons, even though I haven been using them a fair bit recently. I like and though. Joe Black @ Riot, by Amy_Anders Finally, the Joe Black on HarderFaster and the Joe Black in clubs, how similar are they? Is Joe Black online just a persona? I’d say that people have to come and find that out for themselves – especially young, nubile, sexually adventurous female people. A few quick fire questions: Salmon or trout Salmon Bacon or eggs Eggs, unfertilized Trance or hard house Oh, Trance – hands down Salted or dry roasted Salted Thanks to Joe Black for taking the time out of his hectic posting schedule and thanks also to Pink Kitty and Amy_Anders for use of the photos. Joe Black will be appearing at a venue near you for a live P.A very soon. Share this :: : : : Follow HarderFaster :: Other Features By Latex Zebra: From Little Acorns to Mighty Oaks - How Chilled in a Field has grown Bar 414 unveils a new dimension with Base Mosquito Brandon Block gets Funky 414 London! Dissecting Scot Project The HarderFather speaks! Meet him yourself at the HF vs The Residents Xmas Party The views and opinions expressed in this review are strictly those of the author only for which HarderFaster will not be held responsible or liable. Comments: From: Paul on 23rd Feb 2005 08:32.34 Cool interview - well done for bringing it home to HF for a second year Joe From: Jennie B on 23rd Feb 2005 10:05.52 Nice one Joe Would have been nice to have a photo thou! Just one From: clanger on 23rd Feb 2005 10:50.49 There are photo's of him...not revealing his face though - which is fine by me..... From: The Scene on 23rd Feb 2005 11:32.28 Nice one mate. There's not many people that will ever achieve such lofty status as message board hero From: Zoolander on 23rd Feb 2005 11:43.31 From: Marc Johnson on 23rd Feb 2005 12:34.23 message borad hero!!!!! top top top top top bloke!!!! well done mate, be nice to people , whats wrong with you????? From: Nomi Sunrider on 23rd Feb 2005 12:47.18 I know how tall Joe is . . . a little bit smaller than me! From: Ed Real on 23rd Feb 2005 12:48.01 arguably the most famous south african ever! ;-) erm.... From: Less is Bat on 23rd Feb 2005 12:52.42 PPPfffttt lovely sputnik truly loveeerrrrly! From: UTH on 23rd Feb 2005 14:35.11 what.....an.......acheive......ment. From: DMX on 23rd Feb 2005 15:46.26 Almost makes Wildchild worth visiting... almost... From: Tina Martin on 23rd Feb 2005 16:47.43 sorry but who's Joe Black? From: SassyNassy on 23rd Feb 2005 17:56.16 Well done, Mr Black! I take it this accolade will not be added to your curriculum vitae, but rather your curriculum deny From: WEBBO on 23rd Feb 2005 18:19.41 legend !!!!! From: london dom on 23rd Feb 2005 20:32.37 It were a fix! I was robbed Guv! From: benz on 23rd Feb 2005 20:45.00 c*nt From: ~deleted1390 on 23rd Feb 2005 22:23.27 Joe Black is like Viz, not as funny as it used to be. Still a very nice guy though. From: Lushlady on 24th Feb 2005 08:41.20 Weldone Joe Black From: KimBee on 24th Feb 2005 09:41.13 Congrats, sunbeam.. From: *charlie*! on 24th Feb 2005 09:50.51 finally met him at Insekt Me and jenny chased him around with a rubber chicken his face , He seemed like a generally nice bloke! what an achievemet 2 years running well done babe! u certainly have entertained me thats for sure! Ive had my fair share of Joe black bitching...... but then who hasnt cheers for all those drinks last fri Joe........ where the hell did u get all that Vodka from it baffled me thats for sure! see u at HHA From: drm on 24th Feb 2005 11:17.43 So painful to watch him play out this charade... From: Saint. on 24th Feb 2005 13:15.05 "Oooh look at me I'm all famous", Idiot. From: ck on 24th Feb 2005 16:09.08 Joe, nothing you ever do will change the fact that you are shorter than me... From: joey.v on 24th Feb 2005 16:39.40 Unless he wears 4 ft stilts CK! From: zimbolicious on 24th Feb 2005 16:40.13 he he I don't believe it, the short kugel I was rude to in 'The Beginning' Congrats biatch! From: Spherical on 25th Feb 2005 01:48.43 Nice From: ~Charlotte~ on 25th Feb 2005 11:19.07 Yes, isn't he wonderful. From: Maria on 26th Feb 2005 14:13.15 I was curious to meet Joe and last year I asked George E at Insekt...can you please show me Joe? Now I know you...Congratulations!!! From: Luckyfuka on 26th Feb 2005 16:08.04 erm! No comment. From: x-ray on 26th Feb 2005 19:44.40 not to shabby an acheivementm 2 years in a row From: alex_k on 28th Feb 2005 14:10.11 "legend" From: spankie on 1st Mar 2005 10:16.46 ha! crack me up! funny guy but hero?.. well ah to quote a mate waynejef - "someone, somewhere in this world thinks your special. It's not me. I think your a c*nt." - turn on not seein this guys photo anywhere 4 some reason tho From: dj toasty on 1st Mar 2005 13:14.28 bongos are cool! From: *Ting* on 1st Mar 2005 16:50.34 Well the truth is out there innit Joe. Only YOU shall know! From: storky on 3rd Mar 2005 12:13.48 I knew you would be able to hold the title mate, you're a natural! From: Element7 on 3rd Mar 2005 22:17.56 Joe the cheque still hasn't arrived. From: *antixa* on 4th Mar 2005 20:16.20 And still no piccie....only mental ones

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