Foxman’s malleable approach to DJing – staying alert to the mood of the gathered partygoers – is likely to make the night an extra special experience. She explains that she isn’t afraid to experiment during her sets either. “I do all my mixing live. It’s not done for me by syncing a computer. I’d personally be bored just pressing a button. Sure, the computer makes a perfect mix, but it all sounds and feels so linear and so sterile. I enjoy the thrill of working to keep it tight. It keeps it fun that way.”
Foxman’s willingness to constantly put in work throughout her sets points towards her artistic roots. On top of her formidable touring itinerary, she has intermittently released solo singles over the past few years. Soulful house gems such as Creature and Return It have listeners begging for a full-length album.
“I’ll release an album when I’m happy with the story as a whole,” she says. “I have plenty of work but there is no rush. I may take those songs I’ve done and release them as singles instead. I also have another new project I’m working on as well. For me it’s about making as much as I can, having plenty to choose from and when I feel the story is right then I’ll present it.”
As for what to expect from this new material she’s working on, Foxman says her stylistic palette isn’t limited. “I don’t like to confine myself to one thing or pigeonhole myself in any way. I can make songs that have a more chill, sing-along [vibe], and at the other end of the spectrum make songs or remixes that are banging moody acid vibes. I like to keep it open and, at the same time, honest.”
With such a broad repertoire of styles to choose from, Foxman is destined to cause a sweaty scene in Melbourne this year. And even though her gig schedule rarely allows any time for rest, she’s very excited about the trip Down Under. “I love Australia. I’m looking forward to seeing the beach, eating out, enjoying time with friends. I’ll also be celebrating my birthday – yay!”
BY AUGUSTUS WELBY
