We still remembered that her last performance in Japan hugely attracted audience at 2017. Her true talent and quality quickly gained huge support from world-class big name such as David Guetta, Tiësto, Quintino, Ummet Ozcan, The Chainsmokers, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike and R3hab. After graduation from high school and being able to put all her time into music at 2017, the year becomes huge step on her career. ( like Signing with Spinnin’ records and attending big festival like ULTRA MUSIC FESTIVAL and Tomorrowland.) Let us share her latest release, story and resolution of 2018.
Q1. Please talk to us about your latest release and the inspiration behind it.
My latest release is 'Hearts Of Gold' which came out on January 26th on Spinnin' Records. I'm really excited about it! It all started in November 2016, during a session in Amsterdam with singer-songwriter Nicole Bus and 3 other writer-friends. It was a busy studio haha The main idea of the song was written there and we wanted to make a song cheerful and love appealing. Then I produced it with the help of my friend James Ericsson. We made like 51 different versions of this track!! haha! The longest process ever, and it's finally out!
Q2. How was last year? What was the best experience of 2017?
It was absolutely incredible. I had so many amazing new experiences that it's hard to pick just one. I played Ultra Music Festival Miami, Tomorrowland in Belgium, did 3 tours in Asia, signed with Spinnin' Records, and of course I graduated from high school so I can finally spend all my time on my music career!
Q3. What are your resolutions for 2018?
This is the first year that I am not attending school, so I can fully dedicate to my music and I'm very excited about that. I will be making lots of new music, and dedicating time to learn to play more instruments and writing songs. I like to write lyrics and to sing too Also I’ll be playing lots in Asia!! I can't wait to see what 2018 holds!
Q4. Can you pick 1 or 2 must plays in your recent sets and why?
Last month I released a remix of Sam Bruno - So What ft. Rockie Fresh on Atlantic Records. It's a very energetic track with a bit of trap influences, which makes it great to play live!
Then I would pick 'Get Over It', my recent release on the label of Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike: Smash The House. It's really a club banger!
And there is one more track that I really love to play: Rivera vs. Post Malone - Get Down Rockstar (XDirTY Mashup). Everyone knows 'Rockstar' so it's a good sing-along track but this mash-up also has a great vibe for clubs and festivals.
Q5. How do you learn to create tracks and the production process itself?
I didn’t get classical training in a music school. I wish I had the time and done it. That helps very much. But I started just with my laptop and a DAW. I tried different ones, until finding the one that felt more efficient for me, and that’s Ableton.
I explored the software, sound libraries, watched lots of online studio sessions, tips and tricks… Then after not succeeding very fast/much doing it myself, I took production lessons to help me to start up better. And don’t be afraid to ask for help, because the more experienced producers can help you with the things that might seem impossible for you, but are in fact rather easy once they are properly shown. Spend lots of time in studio with producer-friends to share knowledge and ideas. Its helps you to grow as a producer and inspires you… and then dedicate as many hours as you can!!! And today, I keep learning lots. I keep practicing lots and I keep working with friends.
Q6. Please leave a message for your fans in Japan.
Japan is for real one of my favorite countries to visit and I can't wait to see all of you guys very soon again! Thank you so much for all your support! Arigatou Gozaimasu!!!
Although there is a few female DJs in DJ MAG TOP 100 DJs, there is no denying that Sophie Francis will be the one who breaks the wall in near future. We are waiting to be surprised by her next project, music and performance. It was grateful honor that DJ MAG JAPAN had chance to interview her in this moment.