From underground vinyl releases to chart-topping collaborations, FX Logik has been shaping the sound of UK garage and speed garage for over two decades.
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Starting his journey in the late ’90s, this pioneering producer has evolved from teaching himself production in 2001 to ghost-producing for major artists and establishing his own label, Warp Speed Music.
His recent work with Aaron Smith, including a transformative remix of ‘Good Day’ that blends UKG with progressive house elements, showcases his ability to bridge classic garage sounds with contemporary production.
In this candid interview, FX Logik opens up about his journey from LA studios to Las Vegas events, shares stories of performing alongside artists like Nero and MPH, and discusses his vision for the future of garage music through his 99.7 Vibe FM radio show and upcoming collaborations with vocalists like Bridget Flowers under Virgin Music’s distribution.
EG: Hello FX Logik, welcome to EG! You’ve been a key figure in the UK garage and bassline scene, especially in the U.S. What drew you to these genres, and how has your journey evolved from your first vinyl release to now?
FX Logik: Thanks for the invite. I got hooked on speed garage as a teen in the late ’90s — something about that sound locked into my brain. By 2001, I was teaching myself how to produce it. That passion took me to LA, working in studios, dropping vinyl, DJing across the U.S., and even ghost-producing for some big names. Life had its ups and downs, but the music always pulled me back. Linking with Aaron Smith now feels like the perfect full-circle moment — creating fresh UKG with full creative freedom and the right squad behind me.
EG: Your remix of ‘Good Day’ takes Aaron Smith’s original track into a darker, club-driven direction. What was the creative process behind this transformation?
FX Logik: The vocal hit me at a perfect time. I was having a rough day, Aaron sent over the track and said, “Check this out!” — and it instantly lifted my mood. I knew I had to flip it. My wife said it gave her Avicii vibes, so I leaned into that uplifting energy but brought in some darker grit inspired by ‘Birmingham Town’ by DJ Switch. Once I chopped up the vocals, the rest of the track just flowed out naturally.
EG: You’ve launched your own label, Warp Speed Music, and hosted ‘Warp Speed: Garage Night’ events in Las Vegas. How do you see these initiatives shaping the UKG scene outside of the UK?
FX Logik: Warp Speed started as a passion project — a way to spotlight tracks and artists I believe in. Lately, with everything I’ve been working on with Aaron Smith and the Gods of Madness releases, the label’s have taken a backseat, but it’s all good. The energy is still there when it needs to be. I think the work we’ve done has already inspired others to push UKG forward, which is all I ever wanted. Right now, my focus is on the music itself, and when the time is right, Warp Speed can always jump back into the mix.
“I got hooked on speed garage as a teen in the late ’90s — something about that sound locked into my brain”
EG: You’ve played alongside legends like Nero, MPH, and DJ Q. How have these experiences influenced your approach to production and performance?
FX Logik: Sharing the stage with MPH was dope! Super humbling to kick it with someone from a new wave of UKG and just talk shop. He is crazy talented, and seeing him thrive in this new era is inspiring for sure. Playing with Nero was wild though. The sound system was brutal, and I actually popped an eardrum that night — had vertigo for a month over it! Still, the energy was unreal. Unfortunately, the DJ Q show got canceled due to visa issues, but we’re working on trying to lock in another date soon.
EG: You also run the UKG Spot radio show on 99.7 Vibe FM. What’s your vision for the show, and how do you select the artists and tracks featured?
FX Logik: Yo, I just want to showcase dope UKG to the world. If a DJ or producer’s got talent, they’re serious about pushing the sound, and they’re a solid egg, then they’re always welcome to bring that vibe to the show. It’s all about supporting the scene that supports the scene.
EG: Your remix of ‘Good Day’ blends UK garage, speed garage, and progressive house. How do you see these genres evolving, and where do you think they’re headed in the next few years?
FX Logik: Everything moves at warp speed these days, and speed garage evolves just as fast. Guess that’s fitting.
EG: With your recent collaborations and releases under Virgin Music’s distribution, what’s next for you? Can we expect more remixes, original productions, or live projects in 2025?
FX Logik: Absolutely. There’s loads more coming — a ton of new Aaron Smith remixes, especially with Bridget Flowers, who’s absolutely killing it right now. His whole team of vocalists is incredible, and I’ve never been so hyped to work with such an amazing group of artists.
“No matter what life throws at me, I always find my way back to this music”
EG: Lastly, if you had to pick one essential track that represents your sound and artistic vision, what would it be and why?
FX Logik: Oh, I’d have to say ‘Back to You.’ It’s pure old-school speed garage, but modern. Still one of my all-time favorites, and the way I chopped the vocals turned it into a personal soundtrack. The lyrics, “Back to you, what I been through, runnin’ back to you, I’m on fire” sum it all up. It’s all about how no matter what life throws at me, I always find my way back to this music. Guess it’s where I belong.
Aaron Smith’s ‘Good Day (Fx Logic Radio)’ is now available on Gods Of Madness. Stream and download here.
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