Today’s guest mix is an absolute slapper from powerhouse duo 2SUM. One of the things we always appreciate about artists here at FUXWITHIT is versatility, and boy, do these two get it. Despite being relative newcomers to the scene with SoundCloud releases dating back only a year or so, 2SUM has snagged releases with the likes of Badmouth Recs, BASSCVLT, and Wtf’s That Sound. Whether you’re in the mood for some raunchy bass tunes, four-on-the-floor house and techno, or classic hip-hop style beats, 2SUM’s got you covered. Check out our interview below to glean some insight into their background, inspirations, and what the future has in store for this prodigious pair of producers!
Thank you for hopping on this week’s guest mix! Can you give us a rundown of what our listeners should expect?
Yo, thank you so much for having us! We’re genuinely stoked to be a part of this week’s guest mix. – you guys have been grinding hard to push the underground scene, and we appreciate everything you do!
What you can expect from this mix is nothing but pure heat! We’ve put together a selection of unreleased tracks right from our vault, along with sum tunes from our upcoming EP, and we’ve got some special gems from fellow artists who shared their music with us! It’s just a lot of unreleased music that we can’t wait for you to hear!
Give us some 2SUM lore. One of you is from Flint, MI and the other from Salt Lake City, UT. How did you two meet and start making music together?
Man, thanks for asking about our backstory, ’cause it’s a real journey! So, we met back in 2016 on Facebook. At that time, we both had this deep love for production and electronic music, but honestly, our cities didn’t have much of a scene. We linked up online, just two passionate souls trying to carve our own space in the music world.
We started swapping ideas and beats, and it was clear right away that we were onto something. The music we were making together was lighting up our friends and family; you could feel the energy. When we finally got together in person (2016) it was like a natural extension of what we’d been building online. We knew we were onto something special, but we kept those early tracks locked away, just vibing and honing our craft.
It felt like a sibling bond forming – we just understood each other musically. From day one, we worked seamlessly together, and that’s something we’ve carried with us ever since. Every track, every session just brought us closer. It’s been a ride lol and we’re just getting started! ;)
We’re always on the same page about what we want to share. It’s a real partnership, and having that dual perspective makes us stronger as a duo
Being a duo, how do you divide your responsibilities with 2SUM? That is, do you find yourselves producing, marketing, DJing, etc. equally, or do you each have your own niche of things you’re more comfortable doing?
When it comes to dividing responsibilities in 2SUM, it’s pretty organic for us. One thing to know is that we both work for the same company, so our schedules can get a bit hectic. Still, we make it a priority to tackle everything together as much as possible. A lot of the tracks you hear come from those late-night grind sessions where we just throw ideas around until something clicks – like how we put together our first EP, ‘2NITE.’
Xavier takes charge of mixing and sound design. In the world of DJing, Lenis leads many of the live performances. Together, we collaborate on music creation and often rely on each other’s experiences. Over time, we’ve developed a strong trust and a clear understanding of each other’s strengths. The same goes for marketing; when one of us has more expertise in a certain area, we strategize together to find what works best for 2Sum!
And we both have access to the socials; we’re always on the same page about what we want to share. It’s a real partnership, and having that dual perspective makes us stronger as a duo. It’s about balance and collaboration, and that’s what keeps us moving forward together.
For us, it’s all about the art—we find inspiration in everything we hear
If someone asked you what kind of music you make, how would you describe yourselves?
Our music reflects our journey, but we don’t want to be confined to a single genre. We thrive on experimenting and pushing boundaries. While many of our fans connect with our music, we invite them to approach our tracks with an open mind. For us, it’s all about the art—we find inspiration in everything we hear, and Xavier adds his unique hip-hop background to the mix. So, to answer your question, we create everything from bass to house, techno, and hip-hop.
How does social media play into your musical careers? You seem to have an active account on pretty much every major platform. Do you ever feel forced to stay active, or do you enjoy it as well?
Appreciate you noticing! We’re actually pretty introverted, so social media has been one of our biggest challenges. It can feel a bit overwhelming at times, but we know it’s essential for connecting with our audience and building a community. We started 2SUM just last year, so we’re still figuring out our rhythm. It’s definitely a journey, but we’re committed to keeping at it, and we really hope people can join us as we grow!
Who are your biggest musical inspirations?
Man, right now, we’re all about Skrillex—he’s such a game-changer! But we’re inspired by so many artists who contributed to our album Also, shoutout to knock2, Peekaboo, and Isoxo! Each of them brings their own vibe, and honestly, a lot of the artists we are currently working with they keep us pushing our own boundaries every day.
What are your goals for 2025?
We would say growth is our primary goal. We aim to establish ourselves firmly, focusing on following the flow day by day. We’re taking this year to really try and cement ourselves into this industry and just let everyone know that we’re here and we’re ready to stay!
Your latest track with Digital Vibrations, ‘GIVE IT 2 ME,’ is a real floor-shaker. Can you tell us a bit about what went into making the song?
So, that track is actually pretty old. We had the lead idea kicking around for a while, but it wasn’t until we found the right vocals that everything clicked. The second drop came from a vibe we were feeling—it just needed to match a techno energy, and the response has been incredible, especially with Coka Cobra and Whipped Cream showing us love. Once we saw that, we knew we had to get it out there, and Digital Vibrations was all in.
Where does your free time go outside of music? Do you have any hobbies that might surprise us?
Funny enough, we both work at a phone store! We love technology, and it also helps us break out of our shells a bit since we chat with people all day, haha. We juggle 40-50 hours a week with music, but for fun, we hang out with our small circle of friends and family. We tend to keep to ourselves!
Any last words you want to share with our readers?
For sure! We just want to say a massive thank you to everyone who’s been supporting us and reaching out. Shoutout to the crew at FUXWITHIT and Badmouth Recs our label and thanks for having us. We really hope you all vibe with the mix!
2SUM FUXWITHIT Guest Mix Tracklist
2SUM – ONLY1 (UNRELEASED)
2SUM – BURN (UNRELEASED)
2SUM – CANT SAVE YOU
2SUM – BREAK MY HEART (UNRELEASED)
DON TOLIVER – NO POLE
LU – PEPPERMINT (JAIRU FLIP)
MAADHEK – ID X FAYGO
MAAD WEST X 2SUM – ROLLIN
MAAD WEST X 2SUM – BIHH IM BACK
2SUM – CANT GET OVER U
ID – ID
2SUM X PHATLOUD – OXYGEN
2SUM – HATE ME (UNRELEASED)
ID – ID
ID – ID
TENZUH – INTERGALACTIC
PLAY BOI CARTI – EVIL JORDAN (2SUM FLIP)
SKRILLEX – BANGARANG (2SUM FLIP)
ID X ID – ID
YOUNG MIKO – ACENTO (2SUM FLIP)
2SUM – QUE SUADADE
ICE SPICE – OOHHH SHIII.. (2SUM FLIP)
ID – ID
2SUM – ID
2SUM – ID
