History Of The Rave Subculture

Since the 1980’s, electronic music has become a staple in a lot of mainstream music genres. In the 1990’s though, electronic music branched out and became its own genre with a huge and very loyal following. EDM music, or as it’s also commonly referred to, Techno starting appearing in not only the underground scene, but also in the more common music outlets such as the radio. My goal as this research assignment progresses is to not only study the rave subculture, but also learn more about them to educate those who are not aware or do not understand it. I started with finding out more about locations that the subculture inhabits. My experience was incredible, but just the location itself was amazing to me. I enjoyed the opportunity to really get out there and have fun, but also do more research and create connections to further my research of the subculture as the semester progresses.

The night was cold, 38 degrees Fahrenheit to be exact, as I waited in line to enter the venue. A shiver ran

I was greeted by multi colored lights and music so loud it was almost impossible for one to think. Although it smelled like a mixture of perfume and body odor, the inside looked like a night club. To my right stood a stage so long, that it covered most of the length of the wall it sat against. Along the edge of the stage ran a spider web of wires that connected to several lights on the top and sides of the stage. A large blank back drop sat on the stage. This back drop was used for the DJ to project images and special effects while performing. In front of the stage was the main dance floor which already hosted a large crowd. Towards the back was a bar where one could acquire drinks and a small selection of food. Around the bar was a sitting area filled with booths, chairs, and tables. It was impressive to think that what was once a dingy, bleak warehouse was now transformed into a bright, energetic, party