Behind the Wheel: Lancey Foux’s Creative Process in the CUPRA Raval
In the latest installment of Making Tracks, a collaborative series between Mixmag and CUPRA, we gain an intimate look at the creative rituals of genre-bending artist Lancey Foux. As he navigates the bustling streets of London in the fully electric CUPRA Raval, the rapper reveals how the vehicle serves as a critical final checkpoint for his production process.
The Ultimate Acoustic Testing Ground
For Lancey Foux, the car is more than just a mode of transportation; it is a high-fidelity listening environment. During the episode, he explains that the CUPRA Raval acts as the definitive “litmus test” for his music. By playing his tracks within the car’s refined acoustic space, he can determine if a mix is truly ready for release or if it requires further refinement. This practice of “car testing” remains a staple in the music industry, as it allows artists to hear how their tracks translate from professional studio monitors to the real-world environments where fans actually listen to music.
A Journey to ‘THE TIME OF OUR LIVES’
The episode follows Lancey on a significant milestone: the journey to collect the inaugural test pressing of his latest project, THE TIME OF OUR LIVES, which officially dropped this past August. By taking viewers behind the scenes, the series highlights the transition from digital studio files to the tangible, physical format of vinyl. This shift reflects a broader industry trend, with vinyl sales continuing to see a resurgence; according to recent data from the BPI, vinyl records have accounted for a significant portion of physical music consumption, proving that fans still crave the tactile experience of owning an album.
Exploring the Making Tracks Series
Making Tracks is designed to bridge the gap between an artist’s personal geography and their sonic output. By placing musicians in the driver’s seat of the all-electric CUPRA Raval, the series encourages them to reflect on the locations that have shaped their careers while providing a candid look at their current projects.
* Catch up on the series: You can watch the previous episode featuring DJ and producer La La here.
* Discover the vehicle: For a deeper dive into the design and performance of the CUPRA Raval, click here.
