10 Questions for Slim Man

How old were you when you started making music?
I was about 6 years old when my dad took me to see a movie that featured Louis Armstrong. When I heard Louis sing and play, I told my dad, that's what I want to do. I started playing trumpet, played for years. Louis is still one of my all-time favorite artists!

Where do you make your home?
I live in Palm Springs, CA. Slim's Shady Trailer Park!

Do you have any pets?
I had a dog named Batu. A bull terrier. Best ever! He passed a couple years ago. I want another one!

What is your all-time favourite gig?
It's always the next one!

What's the best concert you've ever been to?
One of the best shows I ever saw was Sade in Nashville.

Do you have a favourite album?
All time favorite album? Louis Armstrong and Ella Fitzgerald with the Oscar Peterson Trio. Produced by Norman Granz.

Who would you love to work with?
My favorite musician to work with is guitarist Marc Antoine. Who is also one of my bestest friends.

What would you be if you weren't a musician?
If I weren't a musician I'd be writing and making movies.

What is your favourite thing about Vancouver?
My favorite thing about Vancouver is you and The Wave!

(Thank you, Slimmy. Vickie van Dyke - Middays)