The Hard House circuit is a pretty unforgiving place for any DJ, today’s hero could all too possibly be forgotten tomorrow; how do you keep yourself ahead of the game?

I put a lot of energy into creating my own version of other people's music so my sets are always unique and unpredictable. I also make sure I tailor the music the crowd and club I'm playing for. right music for the club I'm playing for. I think this is very important as at the end of the day it's about the people who come to see me. I also still practice a lot. I think you need to do this to keep ahead of the game and keep up the freshness and energy.

Your myspace page is littered with funk-da-this and funk-da-that, and your music genre is described as hardhouse / house. How would you describe “Rob Tissera” hard house?

My hard house is a cross between filthy bass driven hard house married with hard trance. I also like to always have some vocal identity. A typical set will have me playing something quite dark but then I'll come back into the light with a big tune. This ensures you keep the interest of the crowd.

I’ve been listening to your rather superb new track Holdin On, released on Tidy, can you tell me a bit about the track and Quakes involvement?

Late last year I discovered the vocals in my studio which I'd originally had done when Ian (Quake) and myself were putting together tracks for the Original Human Traffic Soundtrack. Unfortunately we could only shoehorn three tracks in so they vocals were left on the cutting room floor so to speak. When I found them again last year I realised they were awesome and set about making a track with them and got back in the studio with Ian.

The release is included on the first volume of the Tidy Music Library, a new concept for the label, what do you make of this new approach to releasing material?

Its great. It give people the opportunity to buy 8 or more tracks in one go from the cream of artists. Having the and album mixed also means its a great way for people a real sense of what's going on in hard dance but in one purchase. For DJs the accapella and extras make it invaluable.

The next second Tidy Music Library release promises that disc two is an exclusive Rob Tissera mix, what sort of material can we look forward to hearing on there?

It will basically include the same Rob Tissera sound as I mentioned in the first two questions. I love fiddling about with tracks so every track with a unique versions you won't get anywhere else. It also includes two other tracks of mine which I've never released. I get a lot of people asking for tracks of mine which I'm not going to release; so this will be a good opportunity for people to own them.

Your summer gig list sees you boomeranging between the UK, Mallorca and Ibiza, what are your top five hard dance records for summer 2008?

Technikal and Rob Tissera - Don't Say Goodbye
kym Ayres - Take It Easy - Tidy DJs mix and orig
Paul Maddox - Mesmerise
Raise Your Hand (RT Project)
Rob Tissera - Drug Music

If you had to single out one gig as your ultimate ever, which one would you select and why?

Very difficult question as there have been some many amazing experiences. Playing at the very first Global Gathering in the Sundissential tent to 12,000 of my favourite friends was awesome. I also really enjoyed the first Tidy Summer Camp because I had so many people come up to me afterwards and say it' was the best set they've ever heard and it had changed their lives. At the end of the day this is what it's all about. It's pleasing the fans that give me the most pleasure.

We’re delighted to see you on the Weekender line-up in October, do you have a favorite Tidy Weekender?

The March ones alway coincide with my birthday so it always gives me an excuse to behave badly. I'm sure they've all being great except I can't remember most of them.

Your loyal fan-base is massive, have you had any fans that have crossed the line in terms of obsession?

Nothing I can't handle. It's never really been a problem because I love talking to fans and made many good friends over the years. At the end of the day it's about the fans and if they appreciate what I do then the very least I can do is spare some time for them's

Its widely accepted that many DJs can’t actually dance; despite this, what is the one track that is guaranteed to get you on the dance floor and why?

Quench- Dreams: Either the Original of the Paul Glazby Miss Shiba mix. I love that track.

What would make a perfect Saturday night out for you when you are not working?

Dinner in a gorgeous restaurant, followed by a great film at the cinema. They home to play a little bit of Pro Evo washed down with some JD and coke. Then off to bed for a bit of sex olympics before lots of sleep..

What else can we expect from the House of Tissera in the coming months?

I've got three new hard tracks waiting in the wings - Two by myself and one with TechniKal. I'm really pleased with 'Don't Say Goodbye' . One of the best things I've ever done. I'm also doing a Quake live set at Creamfields. It will include singer, keyboard player, dancers and VJ show.

Do you have any words of wisdom?

Always be polite and gracious and don't eat yellow snow.

Rob Tissera Vs Quake - 'Holdin On' Feat Rob Tissera Vs Technikal and Paul Glazby Remixes is OUT NOW on Tidy Music Library Issue 01.

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Tidy Music Library Issue 02 Featuring Exclusive DJ Showcase Mix from Rob Tissera is released on Monday 04th August.

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