The Lightning Seeds' Ian Broudie

What’s on your rider?

Not sure, but I like to have a brandy before a gig.

What would be on your fantasy rider?

A good cocktail waitress for interesting after-gig drinks.

What’s your pre-gig ritual/ routine?

A two-mile run, then tai chi, some meditation, and then just singing with an acoustic guitar to get in the zone.

How do you get to the gig – limo, taxi, walking?

Air balloon.

What’s the best gig you’ve been to, and why?

Recently I really enjoyed The Specials; it took me back to some great times.

Ecologically speaking, are you closer to Radiohead or Motorhead?

Haven’t a clue.

Who is the most famous person to have shown up at one of your gigs?

Elvis . . . I only saw him for a second but I’m sure it was him; I heard he’s hiding out in north Wales.

Most embarrassing on-stage moment?

Having to leave the stage live on TV in Germany due to white noise blasting thru monitors.

What’s your crowd-pleasing number?

Life of Riley.

Chatting between songs – good or bad, and why?

Difficult or easy – depends on different nights.

Groupies – would you?

No, I’ve never wanted to be a groupie.

How many roadies does it take to change your lightbulbs (ie, how big is your entourage)?

As few as possible.

Have you a special stage wardrobe?

No.

Do you like to meet and greet fans after the gig?

Sometimes.

What’s the worst thing ever thrown at you?

A cardigan.

Who’s invited to your aftershow party?

The Beatles and The Stones.

** The Lightning Seeds play the Cois Fharraige festival, Kilkee, Co Clare on Sunday