If you’re in the market for music that is an infectious as it is uplifting, then Melbourne’s Mr Big Stuff is one name you need to know.
The musical moniker of Gregory Truman, we recently saw the release of Mr Big Stuff’s debut single ‘I Need Space’, featuring synthpop auteurs Strange Talk.
Blending quick, thoughtful lyricism with a slick, summery instrumental, Mr Big Stuff was quick to ensure that his foray into the world of music was a memorable one, and made sure that we’d be unable to shake his infectious music for some time to come.
Now, just as ‘I Need Space’ has finally wormed its way out of our heads, it’s about to get stuck right back in there, with Mr Big Stuff chatting with us to help us get to know more about his exciting musical escapades.
Check out ‘I Need Space’ by Mr Big Stuff’:
How did your artist name come about?
It came about from listening to ‘Mr. Big Stuff’ by Jean Knight. That song had been sampled so many times in current music and I was listening to it on a drive home and thought, “that’s the one”.
How would you describe your music to your grandma?
Ahh. to my grandma… Probably not too well, she didn’t speak much English! But if she did, I’d say it was modern day story telling through poetry and funky beats.
Tell us about a few of your tracks; their titles and what they’re about?
My new single ‘I Need Space’ is about when you break up with someone and the feeling and thoughts that go along with it. ‘Retrograde’ is about give and take in a relationship and how you run back and forth with thoughts in your head.
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‘Feel Good Song’ is just that; a feel good song! It takes you on a journey of from feeling low to feeling elated and ends with you in a better mood than when you began.
“Life In Plastic’ is about the modern day look that some women strive for. The fact they don’t have to have surgery to look gorgeous and a few fun takes on how I view that.
What do you love about your hometown?
I love the multiculturalism and the fact there is always an event or show on. You can never be bored in Melbourne and behind the next corner there’s always something new to explore. There’s also so much of the arts to explore and discover. The ballet, theatre, live shows, dance halls, galleries, exhibitions, etc. It just never ends!
Career highlight so far?
So far it would have to be this debut single ‘I Need Space’ and getting it out to the masses. Being played on radio was pretty special considering I never thought it would ever happen. Get back to me in a few months and I’m sure I’ll have something new to add!
Fave non-music hobby?
Recently in the summer it has been gardening and raising plants from seeds. I get great joy of seeing a plant grow from a little seed to a mature plant. So satisfying!
In the winter it’s watching football and recruiting football players. I’m a recruiter for a few high level football teams and it’s my job to spot talent and bring them into future development programs.
What’s on your dream rider?
Curly and folded kettle chips only! (no flat chips), Daylesford Mineral Springs water and Organic Cola, Double Coat TimTams, A Japanese Bidet toilet & a sleight of hand magician.
Dream music collaboration?
That’s a tough one.. There would be a few. At the top of the list would be Stevie Wonder, Nelly, Macklemore, Lupe Fiasco, and Drake.
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
I see myself continuing to write songs for myself and in collaboration with other artists. I hope to be accomplished within my peers and respected within the world music community.
What’s your go-to karaoke song?
There are two I usually go to. They are Sir Mix-A-Lot’s ‘Baby Got Back’, and Nelly’ ‘Hot In Herre’.
What’s on the cards for the future?
In the immediate future an EP release which should be out in the next few months. Which will be followed by a few shows and some touring. Long term to continue getting healthy and continue writing as often as a I can.
One day I hope to tour internationally and work with a varying number of artists in an array of music genres.
