Kasabian's Serge Pizzorno: The 'Sergery' of Sound

Serge Pizzorno, frontman of Kasabian, has embraced a disciplined routine in his Leicestershire home studio, known as 'The Sergery'. This shift marks a significant change from his early days of living 'the French poet life.' The band's upcoming ninth album, Act III, scheduled for release soon, showcases this evolution with a deliberate focus on powerful hooks and memorable melodies, aiming for a sound akin to Elton John. Pizzorno likens his studio to a playground, valuing small sparks of inspiration over grandiose ambitions and actively avoiding AI-generated music.

The band recently performed their biggest headline show to date at London's Finsbury Park, a testament to their enduring career. Following the departure of former singer Tom Meighan six years ago, Pizzorno stepped into the frontman role, revitalizing Kasabian. This new chapter has seen a seismic shift in his personal life, including a commitment to fitness, replacing pre-show drinking with running. Commercially, Kasabian is at the top of their game, with Act III poised to potentially match Led Zeppelin's record of seven consecutive number-one studio albums.