PART ONE: THE INTERVIEW Anika had worked as a political journalist and as a music promoter before crossing paths with Portishead producer, Geoff Barrow. A friend told Anika that some guys were looking for “a weird singer” and unbeknownst to Anika, she would soon be a professional touring singer with a new album produced by Geoff Barrow and backed by the band Beak.  Her sound is an ingenious mix of punk, funk, pop, dub, and electronica. In preparation for the Detroit show, Noize got the chance to ask Anika a few questions. How has your tour experience been so far in America? How does it compare to performing in Europe? What…