iPot meets...Michael Holt
Michael Holt has been knocking on the door of the 'big time' for a number of seasons without fully opening it. A precocious talent as a kid, lead many to believe he would be up there with the best.
He has made a good start to the 2007/08 season, winning a title in Thailand before losing out to 2006 world champion, Graeme Dott in the Shanghai Masters.
We think this could be the year that the 'Holtsa' lives up to his potential and does some real damage in the ranking events.
But before he does that - Cuefactor caught up with him to talk about music...this is what he had to say.
How do you relax between matches?
I love all sorts of things,like travelling and socialising but I am a big music fan.
Does Music help to relax you?
Yes, definitely
What about inspire you before matches?
Yes
What is your song before matches?
I have two! Either "Adored" by The Stone Roses or "Anarchy" by the Sex Pistols.
Do you own an iPod / MP3 player?
Yes, doesn't evryone these days?
Which one?
An iPod Video - the 30gb one.
What was the last song you listened to on it?
18 Times Again, by The Kull
How many songs on there?
Lost count, thousands!
Do you listen when practising?
Yeah definitely - but only when I am practising on my own.
Who is your favourite bands / singers?
Ooooh, I can't name one - things like, Ian Brown, The Stone Roses, Radiohead, The Sex Pistols, Brian Jonestown Mascre... and The Kull.
Ever seen any of them live?
Yes
Where?
All over the place.
When was the last concert?
I have been to lots, but I prefer the small, intimate gigs.
Best Concert?
Would have to be The Kull - I went to see them in London - there were loads there and they played great!
Ever been to Glastonbury / Festivals?
No, I wanted to go this year but it clashed with a tournament. I did go to 'V' Festival a few years ago.
If you had sum up your career in a song which song would it be?
Haha! Ummm - "Always look on the bright side of life" by Monty Python or "My Way" by Sid Vicious!
