When it comes to disco Dimitri from Paris is a genuine authority; a gentleman DJ who loves an image yet eschews spectacle in favour of fastidiously executed musical selections drawing on four decades of glorious music. A global and hugely popular DJ for no other reason than he can educate and create a real party at the same time, Dimitri is a modern-day maestro who has fans that span the spectrum, from 'heads' to occasional musical thrill seekers.

Ahead of the release of his Back In The House compilation, we speak to the modern-day King of Disco about his views on the role of format in music, his enduring love of disco and his approach to crafting the new mix.

Dimitri From Paris Back In The House is out 27th August – listen & pre-order from iTunes