# Lola Cerise: “If You Don’t Believe In Yourself, No One Will” {"sublevel1":"Other","updated\_content":"\\n\\n\\n\\nIntroducing Lola Cerise: A Journey Through Sound\\n\\n\\n\\n# Introducing Lola Cerise: A Journey Through Sound \\n![\"Attack](\"https://www.attackmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Attack-Mag-Introducing-Feat-Images-Lola-Cerise--1130x387.png\") \\n*With her debut EP on ARTCORE, Lola Cerise brings a fierce, playful, and deeply personal sound shaped by illegal parties, jazz, and techno rebellion.* \\n\\nA resident at [Gotec](https://www.instagram.com/gotec_club/?hl=en) and a rising name on the European circuit, Lola now makes her debut on Indira Paganotto’s ARTCORE label with *I Don’t Speak German*, a release that captures her genre-blending, boundary-pushing spirit in full force. \\n\\nWe asked her to introduce herself. \\n\\n## Who is Lola Cerise? \\nI’m Lola Cerise — a DJ and producer originally from the south of France. I grew up immersed in rave culture, and that early exposure to raw, rebellious energy continues to shape everything I do. My music is emotional, a little chaotic, and full of groove. \\n\\n## Where are you from? \\nI'm from a small town in the south of France. The rave scene there was heavily influenced by the old [Spiral Tribe](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spiral_Tribe) energy — illegal parties in the woods, vinyl-only sets, DIY sound systems. It really shaped the way I approach music today. \\n\\n## What does your music sound like? \\nI usually say “fast techno,” but honestly, it's a big mix. There’s hard techno, psy-trance, groove, a bit of trance, and even jazz influences in the structure. It’s intense, but with a sense of humour. My tracks can shift from trippy to emotional to totally absurd — like a weird dream you dance through. \\n\\n![\"Lola](\"https://www.attackmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/DSC03362-800x1000.jpeg\")\\n\\n## Why should we follow your journey? \\nBecause I’m not chasing trends. I just make music that feels honest and fun — sometimes ridiculous, sometimes deep, but always personal. If you’re into [fast, raw techno](https://www.attackmagazine.com/features/long-read/has-techno-lost-its-groove/) with character and emotion, I might be your girl. \\n\\n## Which of your tracks sums you up? Why? \\nProbably *Is That What You Wanted Mummy?* — it’s intense, weird, vulnerable, and doesn’t try to please anyone. It wasn’t made to be a “banger,” just a true reflection of something inside. The fact that it got signed still feels surreal. \\n\\n## What do you have coming out soon? \\nMy debut EP *I Don’t Speak German* just dropped on ARTCORE. It’s a collection of tracks made over the past three years — like a time capsule of my evolution. I’m also working on a collaborative album for my label, First Date Without Panties, due around September. It features tracks made with artists I love. We just debuted our track with Parfait this weekend and it was a hit. I’m super excited for what’s next. \\n\\n## Who or what influences you the most? \\nEmotionally, artists like Gesaffelstein and Dusty Kid had a big impact — they create music with a strong identity. Jazz also inspires me for its fluid, structure-breaking approach. But my biggest influence is probably the people I meet in clubs, raves, and life. Real human stories. \\n\\n## How did you start DJing and producing? \\nI always wanted to be a DJ, but I really started during COVID while living in Australia. I played my first set at a bush doof and it felt like a revelation. Producing followed a month after I bought my first controller — a way to dive deeper into my sound and express what I couldn’t say with words. \\n\\n## What’s on your studio shopping list? \\n\\n- A better soundcard \\n- A modular synth I probably won’t know how to use properly \\n- Maybe... a disco ball. Not essential, but great for the vibe. \\n \\n\\n## What have you sacrificed for your art? \\nRomantic relationships, without a doubt. I’m a passionate person, and when I fall in love, it can take up the space that music usually fills. I’ve learned to protect that space — right now, I’m fully committed to the music. \\n\\n## What’s been your favorite place to perform? \\nGotec holds a special place in my heart — I’m a resident there, and it always feels like playing for my extended rave family. [Phantom in Paris](https://phantom.paris/tickets.html) was also magical, especially sharing the booth with Indira (Paganotto) for the first time. \\n\\n## Where can we hear your music? \\nEverywhere online — Spotify, SoundCloud, YouTube. And in real life, mostly in Germany and Central Europe for now, with more places coming soon. \\n\\n## What song would feature on the soundtrack of your life? \\n*Naturträne* by Nina Hagen. It’s wild, unpredictable, full of emotion, chaotic, and unapologetic — pretty much sums me up. \\n\\n## What motivates you? \\nThe memory of all the jobs I had before music — cleaning, hospitality — reminded me daily that I wasn’t doing what I loved. That fire still drives me when things get tough. \\n\\n## Tell us an interesting fact about yourself. \\nMy first name is really Lola Cerise — and yes, “Cerise” means “cherry” in French. People often think it’s a stage name, but it’s totally real. \\n\\n## Complete this sentence: At heart I’m just a… \\n…raver who never got over her first illegal party in the woods. \\n\\n## What’s the best advice you’ve received? \\n“If you don’t believe in yourself, no one will.” It’s simple but powerful. The day I stopped hoping and started knowing I’d make it work, everything shifted. \\n\\n## Where do you see yourself in five years? \\nHopefully on the main stage at Tomorrowland — or in a tiny, sweaty basement with the wildest crowd. As long as the energy is real, I’m happy. \\n\\n***I Don't Speak German* is out now on ARTCORE. Find it on [Beatport](https://www.beatport.com/release/i-dont-speak-german-ep/5072913?srsltid=AfmBOoqdMSqOZgq3uv0jtvcovi2RONtlM5-Vcl-MBkIXGRGZMcOPCFud).** \\n< Sources: - [online.](https://linktr.ee/lolacerise) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/artcore_records/?hl=en) - [Lucas Toussaint](https://www.instagram.com/lucas_toussaint_/?hl=en)