Quotes from Paul Oakenfold

When I started DJ'ing, it was no big thing. There was no money in DJ'ing, and you did it purely for the love of playing music.

There is a definite Chinese pop sound developing, but I was shocked at how influenced it is by American music.

I've been going to China every year now for more than a decade.

I wish my friends at William Morris Endeavor all the best.

I never thought electronic music would get as popular in America as it has. When I first came to Vegas in 2009 for my residency - we were they only people playing electronic music at that time.

I'm about to start working with a singer I met on my last trip: she'll get international exposure, and I'll have a song out in that market sung in Cantonese.

For me it all started with two turntables and a mixer.

All of the artists that I've worked with have an incredible work ethic. And Madonna has the best work ethic of them all. I've learned a lot from being around her.

Shanghai set out to take over from Hong Kong and I think it's done that. It's got the most amazing futuristic skyline which rivals and even betters Tokyo.

When I was in the studio with Madonna, we would work 12-hour days. If you want to work with the best, then that's what you have to do.

APA is another evolution in my career; they have unique vision and share my goals for the future. I look forward to expanding our horizons together.

Shanghai set out to take over from Hong Kong and I think it's done that. It's got the most amazing futuristic skyline which rivals and even betters Tokyo.