ICON had the exclusive chance to interview Stuart Price about his experiences working with Madonna. Here is part 1 of the interview with the Grammy nominated producer of Confessions on a Dance Floor.

ICON: What's the best part in being involved with Madonna's new album?

STUART: Watching it take shape from a few demos done for fun into an entire spectacle with dancers, videos and nightclubs full of people!

ICON: What made you want to record this album in your home studio? Why not a big studio instead?

STUART:It wasn't really thought about that much, we just found that we had got into several songs before we even thought about it. But that was the thing for much of the album concept; it wasn't over-thought or analysed. We liked the sound of my studio and so thought why go elsewhere?

ICON: How would you describe your collaboration with Madonna?

STUART: Like finding your favourite musician, comedian and friend all in one!

ICON: How is working on a Madonna project different from working with a new artist?

STUART: it's not in many ways. She is very fresh, exciting and full of ideas the same way as someone is when they do their first record. The difference is she has the experience and integrity of someone who understands the creative process very deeply and can therefore suggest directions and ideas that can inspire greater heights.