What happens when you send a Dallas native to Emerson College in Boston, MA for 4 years? She becomes one of the top DJ/producers in the Northeast with a degree in Film Production. Rebecca Sin, now living in the Los Angeles area, has been voted "next Big Thing" by Wantickets.com and "Breakthrough DJ" by Wantmymusic.com. Rebecca brings a fresh new sound of tribal, tech and progressive house/trance.

Having first learned to DJ in January 2000, it didn't take long for people to realize that she had a natural touch. After DJing for only four months, Rebecca was given a residency at the Exchange nightclub in downtown Boston. Known as DJ Infinite throughout the New England area, she became a frequent in such places as Matrix, Metropolis, Roxy, SW1, and Tilt. When she was not working at the clubs, she could be heard on such shows as Radio Babylon or Revolutions (WERS 88.9fm). During the day, if you could not find her in the studio, that probably meant she was working at Sound Factory record store. By December 2001, she and Fabrik Nos (as Aluminum Theory) had already produced her first track on the Heavy Industries label called "Juice". With her first track providing additional credibility to her potential, Rebecca decided the West Coast was where she would take her career to the next level. Rebecca moved to the Los Angeles area in January 2002.

Since moving to LA, she has produced her second track as Aluminum Theory, called "Crunch". Having been played at local clubs in L.A. to her flawless set at the Clevelander Hotel Pool Party in South Beach (WMC 2002), her tracks and her performance are quickly gaining the attention of industry professionals. In May 2002, Rebecca began working on a new project with long time friend and engineer, Adrian Ordonez. Although she has yet to release her first track from this project, there a two new tracks in the works. Their sound ranges from raw funky tribal to dark techy house/trance.When in Los Angeles, if Rebecca is not in the studio, then she can most likely be found playing at Spundae, Chemistry, or Silent Taco. If you can't find Rebecca in Los Angeles, it's probably because she is fulfilling her duties as Kleen resident in cities such as Portland, Oklahoma City, Asheville, Baltimore, Providence, and Myrtle Beach. If she is not at any of those places, then she is probably out enjoying the fact that she is only 22 years old.

1) You used to call yourself DJ Infinite…why the change to Rebecca Sin?

Infinite was a very last minute sort of thing. I never expected to have my first club gig after only 4 months of spinning. Once I had it set, it was too late to change it. After I moved to LA I was able to come up with something that wasn’t so lame. I had to rush to come up with Rebecca Sin because flyers were going to be printed for my first show out here. After 2 straight days of brainstorming with my friends (yes there were some pretty ridiculous ideas) we finally found something that would work.

2) What’s your favorite part of being a DJ?

Going out and having a good time is part of my job.

3) The dance community has thrived because it’s a shared collective experience. What’s your opinion on the current state of the dance music industry, which has been hit pretty hard by another kind of sharing, that of music files ?

I think music sharing has definitely hurt the music industry, but there are many other factors that have lead to the problems the industry has been having. The only good part about music sharing, is the fact that music gets much more exposure. As a producer, it is much easier to get your tracks out there, either via websites that stream music or music sharing programs. You might not make any money off any of your music since people can download it for free or burn copies from their friends, but it allows more people to have access to your tracks. This can lead to more people listening and even playing your music. It all depends on what you want, money or exposure.

4) What’s your opinion on the integration of new technology such as final scratch?

I think it’s great that people are coming up with technology for DJs. I think it is very important for people to continue buying records though. This is how the producers and labels make all their money. If people stop buying records and only download music then more and more labels will go out of business.

5) You’ve been working on tracks under the moniker of Aluminum Theory and with friend and engineer STEVE EAGLE. Any plans to do a mix or artist album?

Steve has left LA for a couple of months, hopefully to return around July. We have a lot of plans for the future. I have been trying to fit production time into my schedule for the past couple months without much luck. I still have a regular day job which sometimes takes up a couple nights a week, as well as DJ career to manage. Hopefully once he returns we can set aside some time, even if it is for only a few hours a week.

6) What are your thoughts on the burgeoning scene in Los Angeles…there’s quite a slew of up and coming DJs that are set for a break through?

I feel that all over the country, there are a ton of djs who are about to break through. The scene has reached a point where a new generation of younger djs have started to come up. James Zabiela and Steve Porter are 2 examples. They are each 22 years old and have proven that they have both production as well as dj skills that can match any veteran. People keep saying that the scene is about to die, I don’t think that it’s going to die, but it’s time for a second generation of djs and producers to take over.

7) You’ve had residencies on both coasts. Any difference in the crowds or the music that you play?

When I lived on the east coast, people mostly wanted to hear hip hop or commercial house/trance. On the west coast I have found that the scene is more diverse. People are also more open to new music. Maybe people are just getting older and more experienced.

8) Where in the world have you not played that you would love to?

I have never been outside of the US, let alone played there. If my plans work out correctly, I will most likely go to Europe towards the end of the summer.

9) There’s a lot of attention of female DJs this year, from Sandra Collins to Baby Anne to DJ Colette to DJ Rap to DJ Mea. This is good to see (and hear). What are your thoughts about, perhaps, being in the right place at the right time?

I think that being at the right place at the right time had a lot to do with it (everything happens for a reason) as long as you can back it up with skills.

10) Who are some of your favorite DJs? Producers?

I go through so many records each week, I don’t even pay attention to the producer or label anymore. Anything I hear that catches my attention. Every week there is a track that I listen to that I won’t buy right away. What usually happens is that I leave the store only to think about that track for the next day or so. I always end up going back and buying it. Any track that makes you think that much is worth adding to your collection. (Yes, I am avoiding the question, I hate answering this one)

11) Any guilty pleasures, musically?

Spending all the money I have on records.

12) Breaks and electro are hot right now. What do you see as the next trend in music? How do trends affect your record selection or do you just pick out music that moves you?

Not really sure what's hot and what's not right now. Usually try to stay away from that. I am finding myself buying more and more house music. Every crowd, no matter where you are playing will dance to good house music.

13) You play out (sometimes, several shows a week). What’s your favorite club? Do you get a lot of free records or are you consumed with vinyl shopping?

My favorite club to play at right now is the Mayan. If the promoter brings in the right sound, that place can sound amazing. As far as vinyl goes, I get a few promos here and there. Still end up spending a lot of money each week. I usually go to the record store every day they get their shipment (which is 3 times a week). I like to get there before anyone else has arrived so I can go through everything. Sometimes when you dig you can find that one track that everyone else skipped over.

14) Have you signed your first autograph yet?

I think I signed one at Spundae the night I opened for Richie Hawtin. I definitely remember signing one in Miami at Long Night Out @ Level.

15) I wish the mainstream media would take the focus off drug use within the dance culture and put it on the music (which is some of the most exciting music being produced right now). What are your thoughts?

Drug use is a problem our society as a whole has always been dealing with. Dance culture can’t be to blame for all of it. You can look at the number of people who are on drugs at a nightclub, but what about all the people who are at home using drugs? It’s easy to put the blame on what is out in the open, but you have to think about all the other people in the world who are using in the privacy of their own homes. Shutting down clubs and arresting promoters is not going to stop anything. People will just stop going out.

16) You also work for Wantickets.com (a site dedicated to the evolution of music and the passion that drives its aesthetics and cultural movement). How long have you been there and what’s the extent of your involvement?

I have been working here for a little over a year now. During the day I work on the website doing graphics, adding events, making special features, news articles, and putting together galleries. I also deal with all the customer service. A few nights a week (depending on ticket sales) I run our wantickets list at different venues. What I think is so important about our site is that we are trying to bring everyone together. From promoting DJs to events, we are just trying to help everyone in this business succeed. I find that a lot of people are just trying to help themselves in this business. It’s not just about that, you have to see the big picture.

17) You seem to surround your life with music…could you imagine a life without music? Any hobbies/passions outside music?

There is only life without music when I am in my car (stereo was stolen when I first moved out here). I can’t imagine not having music anywhere else though. I used to have a lot of hobbies outside music but I guess I gave them all up. You have to stay focused in order to reach your goal.

18) Hard to believe you’ve accomplished as much as you have since only beginning to DJ in January 2000.
What’s next for Ms Sin?

I don’t even think I know the answer to that question. Just taking it one day at a time.