That dapper man in the beard is none other than Gregg Gillis, a.k.a. Girl Talk.

Girl Talk’s mashups are gleeful, schizophrenic trips through the pop culture tunnel, channeling hip-hop, electro-pop, classic rock and old-school indie through the same narrow, twisting pipes. They’re also ready-made for sweat-soaked hipster dance parties, and the live shows of Gregg Gillis (i.e. the man behind the talking girls) of the last few years have attracted a particularly zealous crowd.

Girl Talk was just here at the Fox Theatre in July, but returns Friday, Oct. 31 to Denver’s Ogden Theatre for a sold out show with the Death Set and CX Kidtronik. We chatted with Gillis via e-mail about the road, his favorite new music and the best hangover cures.

You’ve been on the road quite a bit lately. What kind of perspective do you have on touring now that you didn’t when you first started?

The size and style of the shows have completely morphed since the early days. I don’t think my perspective has changed much though. I understand the ins and outs of things a little bit more, but my game plan for the performances is still very similar to the way I was thinking in 2000. I want to lose my mind every night. If people follow me, then that’s great. If they don’t, then that’s too bad for them. Shows can be magical with 10 or 10,000 people. Treat every show like you’re going to Hell afterwards.

What are you favorite cities to play, and why?

I love going home to play in Pittsburgh, Pa. There are so many people there that have seen me play over the years, so we have a similar perspective on where things have gone. It’s refreshing, and I like to party with my friends.

What’s the best cure for a hangover on the road?

I like to house tons of Gatorade Rain before going to bed while watching the “Sandlot” DVD. That oftentimes cures the hangover before it starts. If I’m still hurting in the morning, a large McDonald’s french fries will always make me feel alive.

What are you currently listening to/watching/playing?

On the tour vehicle, we have been recently jamming “Thriller,” My Bloody Valentine’s “Loveless,” Bun B, Plies, Busta Rhymes, Smashing Pumpkins, Sparks, John Fahey and Jay’s “The Blueprint.”

How, if at all, has your stage show changed over the years?

In the very early days, before people were actually dancing at the shows, the live performance was more theatrical. I had choreographed dance squads, skits, mini pyro and things on that level. When my music became more accessible and I started to get a little following going, I didn’t see the need for that stuff anymore. It just became more like a party, and I could focus on the music and getting crazy with the crowd. And that’s where it’s been for the past few years. On this particular tour, I have three people helping out on visuals. One with live projector visuals and two with physical props. We tried this line-up out at festivals this summer, and I loved it. I decided we should take everyone on the road.