I would describe myself as alternately introverted and outgoing, even-tempered but adventurous. I'm someone who is never satisfied with mainstream concensus, but not zealous in rebellion ; anarchist in sentiment but pacifist in practice. I despise any kind of corporate mentality, though I currently work in a multi-national corporation (albeit at a low level). I follow politics and current affairs like an addict, but would never vote. I wouldn't call myself a pure study in opposites ; I'm just someone who lives in happy conflict. Essentially, I'm decent, considerate, receptive and I like to treat a girl right.

I have a passion for music, which plays a big part in my life. Punk, noise, jazz, contemporary classical and more. I don't play music myself, but I'm an avid listener. I'd love to meet someone who's a music junkie like me, or a sucker for any creative medium, for that matter. Someone with a passion for an art form - either as a connosieur or a practitioner.

Going to gigs, watching films and seeing plays are among the things I enjoy doing when time allows. I do a lot of walking too - long, random walks around London.

What type of person am I seeking? I don't have a fixed idea about personality type. I'm completely open on that front. I know who I'm not interested in meeting - the ultra-materalistic, celebrity-obsessed kind of girl who has no curiosity or consciousness about anything beyond what's fed to them by mass media. I'm not trying to sound vicious - I've just met a disproportionate number of girls who fit this description. I know there are girls out there in this big bad world who have more to them than that.

Hope to hear from you if you're at all interested.

- Mathew.