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Marlie is a standout figure in the minimal house and techno scene, but what many don’t know is that be- fore conquering stages, she was an elite athlete. Her transition from sports to DJing was not accidental, but rather the result of years of dedication, discipline, and sacrifice—qualities she developed from a young age. In this interview, Marlie shares her journey from gym- nastics training to DJ sets, offering an intimate look at her personal and professional evolution.
Marlie’s life as an athlete began very early.
“From the age of four, my life (and my parents’) revol- ved around my sports schedule,” she recalls.
By five, she was already part of the elite artistic gym- nastics squad, training six days a week. But her talent extended beyond gymnastics, as she also competed at the state and national levels in diving, athletics, and tennis. Eventually, she decided to focus solely on gymnastics, which allowed her to achieve significant milestones.
“In 2016, I was at my peak, becoming the Level 9 Aus- tralian national champion overall, on the floor, and ba- lance beam.”
However, success in gymnastics also came at a cost.
“It was during that time that I had my first knee sur- gery,” Marlie admits.
Although she continued to compete, she knew the end was near. After three surgeries and countless hours of physiotherapy, she decided to retire at the age of 19.
FROM RETIREMENT TO MUSIC
Retiring from sports was an incredibly difficult time for Marlie.
“I wasn’t sure what my next moves were, so I began working and saving money to travel.”
In 2013, she embarked on a trip across Europe and the UK, which would ultimately change her life.
“I returned to Australia feeling like I hadn’t finished ex- ploring the other side of the world, so I applied for a visa and went straight to London.”
It was in this city that Marlie began discovering her passion for music, particularly through the under- ground party scene. At an East London warehouse rave called “Keep on Going,” she fell in love with the minimal sound.
“I quickly became friends with the DJs and started learning how to mix at after-parties.”
THE DISCIPLINE OF SPORTS AS A FOUNDATION FOR MUSICAL SUC- CESS
Marlie attributes much of her success in music to the lessons she learned as an athlete.
“One of the main values that has been beneficial in my transition is understanding sacrifice to achieve a goal,” she explains.
As an athlete, she missed out on many typical teena- ge experiences to focus on her dream of becoming an Olympian, a sacrifice that has also been necessary in her music career.
“When I decided to take music seriously, I knew it wouldn’t work if I stayed in Australia, as easy access to European cities was essential.”
With the support of her European heritage, Marlie ob- tained a Greek passport in 2018 and relocated to Lon- don, leaving behind her family, friends, and familiar li- festyle in Australia.
Self-discipline has also played a crucial role in her ca- reer as a DJ.
“No matter how you’re feeling physically, mentally, or emotionally, when it’s time to get up on stage, you need to maintain your focus,” she explains.
Marlie also emphasizes the importance of moderating alcohol consumption during her sets, a practice that keeps her in top form for the constant travel and tight schedules her profession demands.
THE MILESTONES OF 2024: GLASTON- BURY, EDC, AND MORE
The year 2024 has been a defining one for Marlie, with performances at major
festivals Unum Festival, and EDC Las Vegas.
“Receiving a text from my agent on New Year’s Eve confirming I was to play at Glastonbury made for a special end to 2023 and gave me high hopes for the year ahead,” she says.
These experiences have given her new sources of ins- piration and the motivation to keep pushing forward.
“Ticking off a few milestones sooner than expected this year is a promising feeling, and I’m incredibly grateful for these opportunities.”
Of all the events she’s played at, EDC Las Vegas stands out as her most inspiring gig to date.
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