“I used to be very shy but I would observe what everyone was dancing to and what worked”: How The xx’s Romy found her confidence as a DJRomy has revealed how she found her confidence to enter the world of DJing in a new video series produced with White Claw.
The Grammy nominated DJ and vocalist/guitarist for The xx has collaborated with the hard seltzer brand to launch its Refreshing Sounds Series, in which she dives deeper into the stories and connections that have influenced her solo career.

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Since embarking on her solo DJ career in 2022, Romy has collaborated with the likes of Fred again.., Calvin Harris, Charli XCX, Dua Lipa and HAAi. Exclusively via MusicTech, you can now get the first-look at Episode 2 of the series, which offers fans a look “behind the decks” into Romy’s world.
Speaking of her first steps into DJing, Romy recalls how watching from the sidelines helped her to navigate her own shyness and find the confidence to become one herself.
Image: Romy x White Claw for Refreshing Sounds
“[In] UK club culture, there’s a unity and a hopefulness,” she states. “There was a club in Soho called Ghetto, it is now Tottenham Court Road tube station. I used to go all the time and I used to be very shy but I would observe what everyone was dancing to and what worked and that really stayed with me.
“When these other amazing DJs have been part of the gig I just go out into the crowd. I love feeling the energy, and it makes me feel less nervous. It’s all about discovery, and about leaving the night with something that you didn’t come there with.”
You can take a look at the episode below:

The episode forms part of a three-part series which complements Romy’s exclusive mix of fan favourite track Twice. The Refreshing Sounds series captures exclusive BTS content on Romy’s musical journey across London and Ibiza, where she is set to debut the track to an intimate crowd.
To find out more, or catch up on Episode 1, head over to White Claw Refreshing Sounds.
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