Truants‘ Functions of the Now mix series has quickly become a go-to resource for some of the most exciting music being made by a new generation of producers who are blurring the boundaries between grime and leftfield club music. They are closing out the year with the 11th instalment courtesy of Air Max ’97.

In the extended interview Air Max ’97 discusses his approach to production, club ESC and cultural identity. The feature is accompanied by a killer mix that puts some of these ideas in to context and highlights the unique connections that Air Max ’97 makes in his music. You can read the full feature here.

The feature coincides with the announcement of Air Max ’97’s forthcoming EP for Liminal Sounds: ‘Fruit Crush’.