The Innovator: Jlin is Altering Dance Music's DNA

Rising electronic composer Jlin discusses why her work can't be contained by footwork, or any other genre.Caroline Thompkins for Rolling StoneIf you're ever feeling bored with new music, like you've heard it all before, don't give up – just hit play on a Jlin track. The 30-year-old Gary, Indiana, electronic musician is evolving faster than the world can keep up. A few years ago, she was a rising star associated with footwork, a high-tempo house variant born in Chicago clubs. Then, with her