Bass player of The Zutons, Russell Pritchard, knows all about V having played there last year.

Russell, who are you looking forward to seeing at the festival this year?

Russell: "The Pixies. I've only just started getting in to them and I'm looking forward to see them live. Also The Strokes just to see if they are up to the hype."

What is the best food to eat at V?

Russell: "Japanese noodles."

What is the memory you have of your last V appearance?

Russell: "Starting the festival at 12pm and watching people come through the gate and coming straight to our stage to watch us play. Being their first impression of the festival."

How does V compare to other festivals?

Russell: "They really look after you and we had a great time. Lots of messing about, basketball and beer."

Name one other good thing about the county of Essex?

Russell: "Essex girls, sorry I can't think of anything else."

Published Wednesday August 18, 2004

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