by Emerging from a small city in Mexico, Alexis B has skyrocketed from a virtual unknown to becoming one of the top artists to watch at the moment. While his music spans a wide array of genres it’s his most recent work in the UKG and 140 realms that have really caught our ear. From massive bootlegs to multiple killer collabs with FUXWITHIT favourite borne, and a slew of his own heaters, Alexis B is on a tear. We highlighted his talent just a few months back but we were so impressed we had to get him to bless us with a guest mix + interview.
Whether you’re a longtime fan, a recent follower, or completely unsure of who Alexis B is, this mix is an absolute must-listen. It’s the type of masterful showcase that can turn you into an instant fan. Don’t believe me? Just press play. While you’re at it be sure to check out our interview where we discuss his affinity for garage, relationship with borne, distance from social media, what’s on the horizon, and much more.
What can we expect from the mix? Where are we going when we press play?
With this mix I intended to showcase some IDs from my friends and myself. I also included some tracks that I have previously released, as well as some songs that I currently enjoy playing.
Where are you based in Mexico? What’s it like there?
I’m from Irapuato! The city is small, and in recent years, the summers have been so hot. I’d say it’s not the best city for going out and finding distractions since there aren’t many things to do, but I really enjoy having my family and closest friends here!
Does where you live influence your music at all? If not, what does?
Actually, where I live doesn’t directly influence my music. Instead, my inspiration comes from personal experiences and exploring various musical genres that I’m passionate about. I also draw a lot of inspiration from other artists and producers. I’m deeply inspired by the process of learning how other producers create their music and delving into why they do what they do—it’s something I find myself obsessing over quite often.
I first came upon your music through your collaboration ‘Don’t Go’ with borne. You guys just dropped another monster banger in ‘Hush.’ How did you first link up? What makes the chemistry so good between you?
borne and I met on Discord four years ago when he invited me to a server he had created, which was full of talented producers. That’s where I also met my friends Arya and Lynzz. Since then, we’ve built a strong friendship, spending time on Discord calls, producing songs, playing video games, or just chilling. I believe the trust we have and the time we spend together brainstorming ideas are the main reasons we collaborate so well. We can have a lot of fun and work until we find a really cool idea when we’re collaborating.
You’ve been making a lot of Garage in the past few years. What attracted you to the genre? What do you enjoy about producing it?
This genre started to really attract me thanks to my friend Carlos Álvarez, also known as Neluh, who introduced me to UK genres and artists. Carlos studied music production in London, which gave him a deep connection with the music culture there. Of all the genres he showed me, UK Garage was the one I liked the most. What I enjoy most about UK Garage is the ability to create different groovy rhythmic patterns, which makes it very interesting and fun for me!
Your bio lists you as a “Multi – Genre Producer” do you still feel that holds true?
Although I’m currently heavily focused on genres like UK Garage and UK Dubstep, I’ve always enjoyed exploring different genres throughout my career as a producer. This diversity has significantly helped my understanding of music production in recent years. In my artistic journey, I would love to achieve a level similar to producers like Four Tet or James Blake, where I have the freedom to create, release, and perform songs across any genre, from ambient tracks to dubstep.
You’re pretty quiet on social media. This seems like a stark contrast to most artists these days sharing content multiple times a day. Is there a conscious reason behind this approach?
Yeah, I think the reason is that I consider myself an introverted person and rarely feel comfortable posting on social media or sharing aspects of my life. However, I understand that for my music project and career, social media is an essential tool. It allows me to share my music, connect with my audience, and reach new people. That’s why I keep working on overcoming that mental barrier and trying to post more content focused on my music and creative process.
How do you enjoy spending your time when you’re not making music?
When I’m not making music, I enjoy playing online video games, hanging out with my friends and spending time with my family. It really makes me happy and motivates me to create more music when I’m coming back in the studio.
What have you been listening to lately?
Lately, I’ve been really into Hailey Knox’s new EP. I discovered her recently and I’m totally in love with her music and voice! Also, I’ve been listening to the Villager’s EP ‘Sculptor’ and the album ‘Cherry’ from Daphni which have been a big inspiration for me recently while working on new songs.
What’s on the horizon for you for the rest of the year?
I’m focused on releasing more music, from originals to remixes, and exploring new sounds to expand my creative palette. I’m also looking forward to connecting more with my audience through live performances and social media, and continuing to grow as an artist!
Any final words?
Yeah, I would like to thank everyone who has supported my music lately. It’s really nice to know that there are people who enjoy what you do, and I’m very grateful for that! Also, thank you FUXWITHIT for giving me a platform where I can talk and open up more about my project! I hope you all enjoyed the mix and I love you all! <3>
Alexis B FUXWITHIT Guest Mix Tracklist
Alexis B – ID
Alexis B – ID
Alexis B – ID
borne & Alexis B – Hush
borne – ID
Skrillex, Hamdi, TAICHU & OFFAIAH – Push (Ugly Lungs Remix)
Yancey – Blue Freestyle (Yizzy – Blue Freestyle Bootleg) [1Forty]
Chopsoe – NOTHING
Alexis B – ID
Alexis B – ID
Escuderia – Chapa Dub
Lynzz – ID
Hydraulix x Oski – HAWT
En:vy & Klinical – Gecko
Alexis B – Don’t Phone Me
Alexis B – ID
Skepta – Too Many Man (Dokku Remix)
Sonny Fodera & MK – Asking (Casey Club Dubstep Bootleg)
Alexis B – ID
Arya – ID
Alexis B – ID
