The Next Generation of House Music: LxAM’s Independent Journey
At just 17, Canadian DJ and producer LxAM is developing his sound, growing a global audience and preparing for his next release, “I Just Wanna Dance.”
LxAM is part of a new generation of electronic artists building careers across the studio, the DJ booth and social media. Originally from Winnipeg, Manitoba, and now splitting time between Winnipeg and Miami, Florida, the young artist is focused on house and tech house while continuing to experiment with his sound.
With more than 20,000 monthly Spotify listeners and more than 220,000 TikTok views on a DJ set recorded in Miami, LxAM is beginning to attract attention beyond his local scene. His catalog includes “Rave (All Night)” and “F$ck Up The Club,” with a new single, “I Just Wanna Dance,” scheduled for release in September 2026.
In this interview, LxAM discusses his introduction to DJing, producing in Ableton Live, connecting with crowds, the challenges of being an independent artist and his ambitions for the future.
You have always been passionate about music, but what first inspired you to become a DJ?
I’ve always been into music, but DJing was what really pulled me in. I loved the idea that you could take different tracks, mix them together and completely change the energy of a room.
Once I started DJing, I became interested in what was happening behind the music and how the tracks were produced. That curiosity eventually pushed me to start making my own music.
I’m only 17, so I know I’m still at the beginning of my career, but that is also what makes it exciting. I’m learning constantly and trying to improve with every track and every set.
How did your experience as a DJ influence the way you approach music production?
DJing changed the way I listen to music. I started paying more attention to the drums, basslines, arrangements, vocals and transitions. I began thinking about why a track works in a club and how it affects people on the dance floor.
That experience helps me when I’m producing because I’m not only thinking about whether a song sounds good on headphones. I’m also thinking about how it might work in a DJ set, how the energy develops and how people could respond to it in a room.
Are you currently working with any labels or established artists?
Right now, I’m building independently and focusing on developing my own sound and identity as LxAM. I haven’t signed with a major label, and I don’t want to pretend I’ve achieved something I haven’t.
My goal is to continue releasing music, growing my audience and eventually collaborating with artists and labels that fit what I’m trying to build.
Your next single is called “I Just Wanna Dance.” What can listeners expect from the track?
“I Just Wanna Dance” is a high-energy house track built around a simple idea: sometimes you just want to forget about everything else and dance.
I wanted the vocal to be memorable, but I also wanted the production to have enough energy to work in a club or DJ set. The track is direct, fun and focused on that feeling of letting go on the dance floor.
How does the new single fit into the music you have already released?
I’ve already released several original tracks, including “Rave (All Night)” and “F$ck Up The Club.” Every new song feels like another step forward in finding my sound.
I’m still experimenting, but I’m becoming more focused on house and tech house. I want people to eventually recognize an LxAM track while still having the freedom to try new ideas.
What does your production setup look like at the moment?
I try to keep my setup focused on making music instead of having a studio full of equipment just because it looks impressive.
Most of my production happens on the computer with monitors, headphones, MIDI equipment and software. I’m constantly experimenting with new sounds, samples, plugins and techniques.
As I develop as a producer, I’m sure the studio will develop with me.
Why did you choose Ableton Live as your main DAW?
I produce in Ableton Live. I like it because it allows me to get an idea down quickly.
With electronic music, an idea might start with a bassline, a vocal, a drum groove or even one sound. Ableton makes it easy to experiment and build around that starting point.
I’m still learning new things in Ableton all the time. That’s one of the things I love about production—you never really finish learning.
What does a normal day look like for you as a young artist?
My days can be pretty busy because I’m balancing music with everything else that comes with being 17.
I’ll usually spend some time listening to music, working on a track, finding new music for DJ sets, practicing or creating content. I’m also focused on building LxAM as an artist, so there is much more involved than just producing songs.
Social media, Spotify, videos, artwork, playlists and promotion are all part of being an independent artist now.
What makes DJing different from other forms of performance?
The interaction with the crowd.
You can plan a DJ set, but once you start playing, the crowd becomes part of the performance. You have to watch how people react and decide where you want to go next.
There’s a special moment when you play the right track at exactly the right time and feel the entire room react together. It’s difficult to describe until you experience it.
How has your musical taste changed since you started DJing and producing?
My taste has moved more toward house and tech house.
The more I started DJing and producing, the more closely I began listening to music. Instead of only thinking, “Do I like this song?” I started paying attention to the drums, bassline, arrangement, vocals, transitions and the reasons a track works in a club.
At the same time, I’m trying not to lock myself into one specific sound too early. I want listeners to recognize an LxAM track, but I also want the freedom to experiment.
What has been your most memorable DJing experience so far?
One of my favorite experiences was recording a DJ set in Miami.
Miami has such a strong connection to electronic music, so being there and creating a set felt pretty special. Clips from the set received more than 220,000 views on TikTok, which was crazy to see.
That experience showed me how powerful the combination of DJing, music and video content can be. Someone thousands of miles away can discover you because they watched 20 seconds of a set.
How important are social media and video content to your growth as an artist?
They are extremely important. As an independent artist, you can’t only focus on making music and expect people to find it automatically.
Social media gives you a way to show your personality, share your performances and introduce people to your music. A short clip can reach someone who may never have discovered you through traditional promotion.
It has become another part of the creative process.
What has been your biggest challenge so far?
Getting people to give me a chance.
There are thousands of talented DJs and producers releasing music every day. When you’re a new artist—and especially when you’re 17—you don’t have years of connections or a huge catalog behind you.
I’ve learned that I can’t sit around waiting for somebody to discover me. I have to release music, make content, contact people, play whenever I get the opportunity and keep improving.
I’d rather create my own opportunities than wait for someone else to create them for me.
How do you stay motivated when a track or release does not perform as expected?
Not every song is going to perform exactly how you hope, and not everyone is going to respond or answer your messages. That is part of the process.
I try to treat every track as a learning experience. Even when something doesn’t work, I usually learn something that helps me make the next song better.
The important thing is to keep moving instead of letting one result define your entire career.
What are your biggest goals for the future?
I want to release a lot more original music and eventually work with artists and producers who inspire me.
The biggest dream is performing at major clubs and festivals around the world. Tomorrowland, Ultra and some of the major Ibiza clubs would obviously be incredible.
I know you don’t go from being a new artist to those stages overnight. Right now, my goal is simple: make better music, grow my audience and play everywhere I can.
If I keep doing those three things, I believe the opportunities will come.
What do you enjoy doing when you are not making music?
Music takes up a large amount of my spare time because I genuinely enjoy it. Even when I’m not producing, I’m usually listening to new tracks, watching DJ sets or searching for music.
I also play hockey, work out, travel and spend time with my friends. I have some amazing and supportive friends.
Travel is especially inspiring because experiencing different cities, clubs and music scenes gives me new creative ideas.
What advice would you give to young DJs and producers who are just starting out?
Start now.
Don’t wait until your music is perfect, your studio is perfect or someone tells you that you are ready. Make songs. Finish them. Release them. DJ anywhere someone will let you play. Put yourself online, make videos, meet people and ask for opportunities.
Some things won’t work. Some songs won’t perform the way you hoped, and some people won’t respond. That’s normal.
Every track teaches me something that helps make the next one better. I’m 17, so I’m definitely not going to pretend that I have everything figured out. But one thing I’ve already learned is that nobody is going to care about your career as much as you do.
You have to be willing to build it.
About LxAM
LxAM is a 17-year-old Canadian DJ and electronic music producer from Winnipeg, Manitoba, who also spends time in Miami, Florida. Focused primarily on house and tech house, he is independently building his audience through original music, DJ performances and social media content.
He has grown to more than 20,000 monthly Spotify listeners, while a DJ set recorded in Miami generated more than 220,000 TikTok views. LxAM continues to release original music while developing his live show and working toward performance opportunities across Canada, the United States and internationally.
His next single, “I Just Wanna Dance,” is scheduled for release in September 2026.
Follow LxAM
- Website: https://www.LxAM.com
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3sYpdgBvkCjlFmuhpaHW3U
- Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/lxam/6790860141
- YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCt_3i865CHwUrA2AWPYxyhQ
