Young Poor & Angry Press

Jayme Foxx started her modeling career at the tender age of twelve when most girls her age were just starting to put away Barbie Dolls and get into boys.  In the past six years she has made a name for herself not only as a model, but in the punk, hardcore and metal scenes as well.  Foxx recently joined in the “Fur is Dead” campaign for Peta2, Fred Segal and Skelanimals 2008.  She was just seen in the Jared Gold Fashion Show for La Fashion Week.  Currently Foxx has her own show on Altitude TV called “Crazy Like a Foxx” where she interviews some of the top bands in the industry. Recently I sat down with Jayme to talk about her life as a TV host, some of the things she’s had to over come and her distaste for socks.

Where are you from originally?

Fort Worth, Texas

Where do you live now?

Dallas Texas and Los Angeles, California

How long have you been in the metal/punk/hardcore scene?

Since I was in 8th grade. I remember my friend Scott was really into punk rock because of his older brother. He would always play tapes on his walkman. He shared with me his info on the music and the bands. I just got really into it.

What kept you in the genre?

I think it was the freedom it gave me.. to say what I want, wear what I want, think what I want…  As cheesy as that sounds, it’s true. I hung out with squatters,cute punk rock boys, hardcore punk rock chicks, pop-punk kids… It has just always been a part of me.

What exactly do you do?

Well currently I am a TV host of Crazy Like a Foxx for Altitude TV, an interviewer for Altitude TV, and a model.

How did you get involved in TV?

The executive producer from Altitude TV contacted me on myspace. Said he loved my look and wanted me to come in and do some green screen promos. At first, I wasn’t that into the idea. I figured it was more like acting and that isn’t something I really want to do.  Well when I ent in for my interview I got really pumped.  I couldn’t believe how much fun I had and how much I got into it.

Was it a big culture shock to go from modeling to TV?

I was completely excited when I got hired on at Altitude TV.  I love it so much. Modeling was always my passion. I never put my focus on anything else.  When I started doing TV it just came so natural.

What’s your average day consist of?

Well, aside from waking up and feeding my dog, I try to organize my life.. DAILY!  haha!  I am currently trying to expand myself as much as possible. Working on TV projects, modeling gigs. Whatever gets my hands dirty.

What’s the most entertaining part of your job?

Well I would definitely say meeting all the bands and fans.  Some of the stories I’ve gotten to hear are awesome. I have met some of the most interesting people. The fans are amazing, to say the least. They are the ones who make the bands who they are…  it’s a great family

What do you do in your spare time?

In my spare time I love checking up on new bands.. I also like to spend time with my fiance’ Brad and my dog Monroe. Traveling, eating Mexican food, watching movies, hanging out with friends and family, getting tattooed. Oh! and robbing banks  (Editor’s Note: I think Jayme is kidding, but you never know….)

Being the busy bee that you are, is having balance in your life between work and a social life difficult?

When I was living in Los Angeles it made it hard becuase Brad lived in Dallas. So seeing each other once a month was hard. Especially when the other person is even busier than you are. We made it work and now im currently in Dallas going back to Los Angeles for work. Traveling back and forth sucks too when the other person is traveling. You make it work and are happy when you have time with each other. My social life kind of struggles sometimes because my friends live all over, so its hard for me to see everyone all the time.

Any bands you’re currently really excited about?

I have started to really get into LadyHawke.  I love her voice and her lyrics. I know im probably going to make a few people mad for saying this but, I really am starting to like Lady Gaga! Her videos are amazing and her style is different than anything going on right now. I love it when people have their own style and it doesnt fit a certain criteria and they are still very successful.

Do you feel as if you’ve got a responsibility as a role model for the girls in the scene currently?

I guess so… I mean I would like to be a good influence on the ladies, but honestly I’d rather be an inspiration than a role model. It would be awesome if a girl told me that she followed her dreams and worked really hard because she saw me do the same thing.

Do you feel as if you don’t get taken as seriously in the music industry because you’re a woman? Or has it been something that’s been helpful instead of harmful?

I have had alot of respect in the industry. I think being a woman helps. People still take me serious but also are more open to talking with me or working with me because I am a woman.  Being talkative and friendly always helps, plus being sexy.

Tell us something that very few people know about you.

I’m Polish, I am allergic to Pomegranates, I quit drinking 3 years ago, I haven’t had anything carbonated in almost 10 years, I don’t like to wear socks, and I HATE pencils.

What is your nerdiest trait?

I wear sunscreen everyday!