It’s the “final countdown” for fans of Swedish rockers Europe ahead of their gig at Birmingham’s O2 academy this week. ExpressandStar.com peppered singer Joey Tempest with 13 quickfire questions.

It’s Friday afternoon. What’s on your mind?
Being a Swede living in the UK, I’m amazed what big news a few centimetres of snow makes . . .

Who normally has the pleasure of your company at the weekend?
My Wife Lisa and my son Jamie.

How do you prepare for a big night out?
A bit of music followed by a mojito before jumping in the taxi . . .

What’s your favorite party outfit?
Comfortable shoes . . . that’s it!

You’ve just arrived at the bar. What’s your first drink?
Another mojito. Used to be Long Island ice teas but I’ve had to cut down on those.

What is your favorite nightspot and why?
I’d like to see a concert first (right now I would like to see Them Crooked Vultures) then hit a night club . . .

What tune always gets you on the dance floor?
I’m more of a rocker and dance tunes are often a bit cheesy. If a DJ dares to lay down perhaps Hysteria with Muse I’ll consider making some moves.

It’s a sunny Saturday. What are you up to?
Spending time with my son and my wife of course. . . there’s a lot of work with the band Europe right now so I’m happy for any moment I can get.

What’s your most memorable weekend ever and why?
Number one on ‘Top Of The Pops’! We spent the weekend in London and celebrated like never before.

What’s the recipe for a perfect night in?
Just me and the missus, peace and quiet.

Favorite DVD? And what would you eat while watching it?
Perhaps a few episodes of Seinfeld and a bottle of Gaja

Sunday lunch – home-cooked or down the pub?
These days I do prefer a home-cocked Sunday lunch. It’s taken me a while but I’ve come to realise what an institution this meal is over here. When it’s right . . . it is the bees knees.

Where and how do you like to relax?
Touring as much as I do. Just spending time at home here in London does the trick for me.

* Europe play Birmingham 02 Academy on Friday, February 19, 2010, with support from Stourbridge metal veterans Diamond Head. Tickets cost £17 plus booking fees. Box Office: 0844 477 2000, www.ticketweb.co.uk

See also: Interview with Europe’s Mic Michaeli