Interview, Martin Moscrop and Jez Kerr from A Certain Ratio

Artist: A Cetain Ratio
Source: Naomi McArdle

A Certain Ratio started off playing small gigs around Manchester in 1978 after forming the previous year. Their punk ethic gave them the balls to form a band, but from their humble beginnings the music was taking from band groups such as Kraftwerk, Roxy Music and Northern Soul. Factory signed the band soon after and the Manchester scene was soon to flourish. Drop-d caught up with founding members Martin Moscrop and Jez Kerr for a quick chat about the good old days, influences and the Nazi question.

Drop-d: I'm just a whippersnapper journo who doesn't know nearly enough about the history of music. However I know A Certain Ratio. How would you introduce yourself and the band to someone who's never heard All Night Party?

Martin Moscrop: James Brown on Acid.

Drop-d:Are you still partying away? Considering you're out gigging there's obviously still great energy amongst you.

M: We are still partying and the last time we played in Dublin in 2007 we had a great time and stayed up all night. We treat every gig like a party.

Drop-d: Have you enjoyed performing and tours over the years? What's been the best album to work with?

M: There was a point where continuous touring got a bit much which is why we went into semi retirement. We are really enjoying it now and like doing selective gigs. We are really enjoying playing the new songs off our new album and as with any band your best work is always the newest because it is still fresh to you.

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