Fatboy Slim It Just Won 39;t Do

[Argelia Long]

Hestarted out in a band called "Disque Attack" as the drummer, which was very much a new wave rock band. At 18, Cook went to University to study British Studies. During this time he began DJing on the Brighton club scene.

In 1996 Cook first took on his Fatboy Slim persona. His first album as Fatboy Slim and second solo album was called "Better living Through Chemistry", which was released with Skint Records. It had the Top 40 UK hit single "Everybody Needs a 303".

In 2000 he released his third studio album called "Halfway Between the Gutter and the Stars", which also became an award winning video. The following year Fatboy Slim won six awards for "Weapon of Choice", which was the most awards won at the ceremony that year.

Cook also produced the single "Mama Do the Hump" for Rizzle Kicks, which got to number two on the charts. He also reached number 3 in the UK charts with his single "Eat, Sleep, Rave, Repeat" in 2013.That same year he performed at one of the open air concerts on Brighton Beach, in front of over 250,000 people.

On 6th March 2013, Fatboy Slim performed at the House of Commons in London for the first time, in aid of the Last Night A DJ Saved My Life Foundation. And in May 2014 he played in Essex at the We Are FSTVL, playing for nearly two hours, the biggest act at the event.

Norman Quentin Cook also known by his stage name Fatboy Slim is one of Britain's most iconic electronic/dance musicians. He capitalised on the garage revival of the 90's and his second album 'You've Come a Long Way, Baby' soundtracked both a generation and a decade.

Through this elevated status and barrage of dance hits, Cook has been continuously developing a live show to match the reputation of his discography. Performing on some of the most esteemed dance stages across the globe, not to mention the London Olympics closing ceremony, Norman has a show now to rival any newcomer.

It is a barrage of light, visuals and the man himself continuously jumping behind the decks as he plays hit after hit including 'The Rockafeller Skank' and the seminal 'Praise You'. The crowd is receptive throughout to the icon of dance, yet it is his latest collaboration with Calvin Harris 'Eat, Sleep, Rave Repeat' that proves Fatboy Slim is both an innovator and developer of electro.

Seen him a few times it was a good set although very similar to his show at Brixton last year (not necessarily a bad thing was best dance act I've seen). Venue was terrible, main room not big enough, areas where the sound was really quiet (was able to talk to people next to me without raising my voice) and the stage was obstructed by pillars and the floor wasn't sloped so unless you're right near the front you can't see a thing. Don't think I'll bother seeing him again and I definitely won't be seeing anymore shows at Tobacco Dock.

OMG! Fatboy slim is a legend. The most amazing dj set which blew me away. The atmosphere was electric an i can honestly say the best concert ive been too (and ive been to a few )! From the music choice, lighting to pyro, oh an dthe sound quality was tops. Everything was just out of this world. I especially liked that he had his stage in the middle of wembley arena for all his audience could see and also that the stage revolved. Just amazing :-)

Just brilliant! The best world dj!to see him in this great venue,in montjuic park, with great views of bcn just unforgettable. Make sure he comes to bcn more often! Maybe next time gig by the beach I think it would be also good idea!

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