To celebrate the 10th edition of our weekly podcast we have teamed up with @thump to present an exclusive mix by British electronic royalty, A Guy Called Gerald, in anticipation of his headline appearance at Manana Festival in Cuba this May. Scroll down to see what he had to say about the mix.

See Gerald Live at Oval Space 17th April: http://bit.ly/1R7YAdT

Join us at Manana 2016: http://www.mananacuba.com/overview

Join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/manana.cu

++ How and where was the mix recorded? ++

It was recorded at my studio using other people's music.

++ What was the idea behind the mix? ++

The idea was to have bass orientated theme but with a melodic flow.

++ How (if in any way) is the mix influenced by Cuba? ++

Most of the melodies I picked I feel have a latin flavour to them.

++ What excites you most about the journey to Santiago? ++

I'm looking forward to going somewhere on the planet that is not American influenced. I grew up listening to Mongo Santamaria. Cuba is just across the way from where my parents come from: Jamaica. I think there are deep ties throughout the Caribbean. I'm sorry I'm not a religious person but I'm into deeper feelings. I'm going there to taste the spirit. The musicians I've heard are unbelievably talented and I believe I have something to share.

++ Are you going to be preparing for the trip in any way? ++

Yes, I'm bringing all my music, ready to jam.