HeavyGrinder is capturing the attention of audiences worldwide. Spain (Ibiza), Japan, china, Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Indonesia and Mexico have been key international stops for this talent so far. In the Los Angeles club scene alone, she has played at most notable venues including Key Club, Highlands, Century Club, Avalon, Sunset Room and White Lotus. When she’s not playing in her hometown, HG is regularly headlining events across the United States at some of the biggest clubs and has performed in cities from Anchorage to Washington D.C., and Atlanta back to Honolulu as well as dozens of cities in between. Whether it’s a DJ performance, a mix CD release or her efforts in music production, HG continues to demonstrate why she has an ever-growing fan base around the world. 

What was like growing up in Seattle?

I only lived there till I was 5 years old but it was fun as afar as I can remember. 

What prompted the move to LA?

My mother wanted to move back to the Staes when I was 13. Been living here since.

What did you want to be when you were a kid?

I wanted to be a singer. Haha, So practically a musician. 

What was your last job before becoming a touring international DJ?

I worked at a coffee shop and independent clothing store. 

You’ve had tremendous success with your production releases. Is there an album in the works?

I am working on various projects and collaborations. Not an album but might be in the near future. 

Do you have a piece of studio gear that you can’t live without?

My laptop which has all of my music programs. Ableton, FL Studio, Logic, etc. 

What’s in your playlist right now?

Tons of metal + electro remixes. 

What’s next for Heavygrinder?

I would like to take things to another level with my production and incorporate more metal/screamo/heavy sounds. 

Interview from the April 2013 Issue of Muve Magazine.