PJ: You have been a punk rock immortal for over 40 years now. In your career have you ever experienced indigestion or heartburn?
SR: Nah. I rarely get indigested, but when I do, it’s usually pretty unusual.
PJ: You are about to release an acoustic record with Unwritten Law, is it going to be the best record you have ever released?
SR: That’s a rhetorical question.
PJ: What do you prefer: festivals or your own shows?
SR: Spot on.
PJ: You are touring Australia in December with Phil Jamieson; will you be playing any songs together?
SR: We will each be playing a solo acoustic set. In addition, Phil and I will be closing each show with a duet set of songs we have crafted, shared and punished our friends at house and hotel room parties for years.
PJ: Are you currently single?
SR: I’m currently slutty.
PJ: Is there one word that describes you?
SR: Yes.
PJ: Sometimes I look up into the stars and think I believe in aliens, does this ever happen to you? If so, what do your imaginary aliens look like?
SR: Who doesn’t look up and believe in aliens? I imagine all my everything sexy.
PJ: You have visited Australia many times over the past 15 or so years, do you have a favourite place to play? Favourite drink? Favourite television show?
SR: Roundhouse, Cooly [Coolangatta] Hotel, The Hi-Fi, The Palace when it was there. I love it all. I’m a huge fan of free drinks. I don’t usually watch TV but when I do, it’s usually pretty unusual.
Catch SCOTT RUSSO + PHIL JAMIESON in a Christmas double-header at The Corner Hotel on Friday December 19. Tickets are available through Oztix.
