THE Level 7 SERIES
Dutch DJ and producer Romy Janssen continues to carve her own space in the electronic music scene with her latest release, Loving You, a collaboration with Starving Yet Full, out now via Virgin Records. Known for her dynamic sound and evocative sets, Janssen combines heartfelt emotion with dancefloor-ready energy, proving once again that her artistry thrives in both the studio and behind the decks.
Loving You isn’t about overwhelming the listener with sheer force—it’s about nuance, space, and feeling. The production is subtle but deeply textured, giving the vocals of Starving Yet Full (formerly of Azari & III, with more than 53 million Spotify streams to his name) the room to shine. His soft, emotive delivery weaves through the track, highlighting its warm, introspective tone. Percussion plays a pivotal role, not just in rhythm, but in sculpting the atmosphere—whether it’s filling a late-night club, streaming through headphones, or echoing in the stillness of a car ride.
Loving You is just the latest step in Janssen’s steady rise. Recent highlights include the atmospheric Malibuse, a remix of Bruno Martini’s Beautiful, and Ubuntu earlier this spring. Her live performances, such as her set at Extrema Outdoor, have drawn equal acclaim, showcasing her ability to bring her studio sensibilities to life on stage. For Starving Yet Full, the single adds to an impressive run of collaborations that highlight his vocal versatility across multiple genres.
Together, they’ve created a track that feels timeless yet fresh, designed to resonate deeply with melodic and afro house fans. It’s a reminder that house music’s most powerful moments often come not from intensity, but from honesty and restraint.
Poised to become a summer favorite, Loving You is available now via Virgin Records. Expect to hear it shaping dancefloors and playlists all season long.
Q: Tell us about your latest project.
My latest release is called Loving You, a collaboration with Starving Yet Full. I went into the studio with the idea of creating something that feels intimate, but still works on the dancefloor, something honest, warm, and deep. I’ve been a fan of Cedric’s voice for years, so I sent him the idea and asked if he felt inspired by it. From there, the track almost wrote itself. It’s emotional, but also groovy, the kind of track you can feel and dance to at the same time. I still get goosebumps when I hear it, and I’m just really happy it’s out now.
Q: What’s your creative process like when producing a new track?
It really depends, but most of the time I start with a certain feeling I want to translate, like a mood, an emotion, or even something I experienced in the past. Sometimes that turns into a melody, other times it starts with a vocal hook. Honestly, most of the time ideas come when I’m just messing around until something clicks.
Q: What’s the weirdest or most unexpected place you’ve drawn inspiration from?
Probably on a flight, somewhere above the clouds, listening to old tracks I used to love. I often start building around a vocal from an older song and from there, it just grows into something new.
Q: If you had to swap lives with a cartoon character for a week, who would it be?
I’d swap lives with Marie from The Aristocats. She’s elegant, funny, and totally owns her space even with her brothers causing chaos around her. Plus… living in Paris, lounging on velvet cushions, jazz in the background? Who wouldn’t?!
Q: If you could travel with a celebrity, who would it be?
Oh I would love to travel with Dua Lipa. She just seems like one of those people I would instantly vibe with! A bit rebellious, effortlessly cool, and always up for a good time.
Q: What’s the most significant lesson life has taught you so far?
That no matter how strong or independent you are, you still need softness from yourself, and the people around you. Real strength isn’t in always having it together, it’s in allowing yourself to feel, to let go, and to be fully seen, even in your messiest moments. That’s when the most beautiful things started to happen.
Q: How do you handle failure?
Failure still stings, I’m not gonna lie. I used to take it really personally, like it said something about me. But over time I’ve learned to see it as redirection, not rejection. When something doesn’t work out, I let myself feel it, but I also try to zoom out and ask: what is this trying to show me? That mindset shift changed a lot.
