One of pop's pretty faces forsakes teen screams in search of artistic credibility - but has he got what he came for? Tim Goodyer finds out about computer love, classical arrangements and self-production.

As well as writing, singing and playing on his new single 'When A Heart Beats', Nik Kershaw also took the credit for its production. In an interview with Nick Webb he displays a rarely seen side of his character and discusses his knowledge of recording studio technology and approach to songwriting.

Nik Kershaw

We talk to the man who produced himself, and find out who won.

Golden boy of the teeny bop scene a closet guitar hero? It's true, all true. Muso musings captured for posterity by Dave Burrluck and Susan Rookledge.

Mark Brzezicki Drums On Nik Kershaw's 'LABATYD'

Mr B shows how to play the drums on Nik Kershaw's 'Life's A Bitch And Then You Die'.