Airrica on Burnout, Balance, and the Creative Energy Behind Her Fight Club EP

Airrica has built a name around rhythm, presence, and feeling. Her latest Fight Club EP, released on Factory 93, marks her first appearance on the label and showcases two sides of her sound: bold, vocal-driven house with Southside Nova on the title track and a deeper, dub-leaning cut titled “Make Me Feel Alive.” Together, they highlight her ability to move fluidly between energy and restraint, showing how precision and groove can coexist without compromise.

Over the past year, she’s played across major venues and festivals including Fabric, The Warehouse Project, DC10, CRSSD, Day Zero, and Awakenings, establishing herself as one of the most talked-about emerging names in modern house and techno. Her productions carry a sense of balance—playful and detailed, confident but unforced—reflecting both her musical intuition and her awareness of how the dance floor breathes.

In this conversation, Airrica opens up about how she handles burnout, stays inspired, and rediscovers curiosity when the creative cycle starts to feel heavy. She discusses the value of structure, the importance of rest, and why going back to the classics can sometimes be the most effective way to move forward.

Have you ever hit a point where you were completely over it—nothing inspired you, and everything felt stale?

When I go through burnout, it can feel a bit uninspiring, and that’s when I know I need to take some time for myself, get into nature, and recalibrate. Too much of anything can be a bad thing, and this applies to every part of life.

It’s crucial to find balance so your passion stays as a passion and burnout doesn’t take over.

What helps you reset when you’re burned out on digging or feel like you’re forcing it?

Honestly, taking a break, getting into nature, and staying consistent with exercise. Also, having hobbies and passions outside of music that are purely for fun. The process of discovering new artists and tracks is always exciting, but the repetition can make your brain lose interest after a long period of time.

Do you step away from music entirely during those moments, or dig in different directions?

I usually redirect my energy elsewhere, like going for a hike or heading to the gym. It sounds simple, but sticking to a schedule and blocking off time for digging creates structure. It keeps the process from feeling overwhelming.

Is there a non-music ritual or habit that helps get your curiosity back online?

I like to listen to music outside of electronic to bring back inspiration and clear my head. I listen to a wide range of artists, from Tame Impala to Neil Frances, Khruangbin, Paolo Nutini, Maribou State, Common Saints, and Helado Negro. I also listen to a lot of Arabic music like Saint Levant and Amr Diab. It’s peaceful and grounding.

Do you think burnout in music discovery is more common now that we’re so overloaded with choice?

Yes and no. It can definitely feel overwhelming with the amount of music being released every day, but it can also be a huge source of creative inspiration. I think setting a time limit for digging helps. It gives you space to get lost in the process without tiring your ears or losing focus.

What’s one unexpected source of inspiration that helped you break out of a digging rut?

Going back to classics and old records.

For me, the 90s and early 2000s are the best eras of electronic music and where I get most of my inspiration in the studio. I still play a lot of older tracks because the essence of house and techno lives inside those records. Going back to the roots always reminds me why I started.

How do you give yourself permission to take breaks without feeling like you’re falling behind?

Breaks are just moments to recharge. I don’t believe taking time off means falling behind. Rest is part of staying productive. Without it, burnout wins. Taking time to reset is part of the long game.