to the point where even a seasoned fan of the genre would have a hard time explaining in words what makes a “good” song better than a boring one. I'll tell you what makes a good song better than another - Depends on when your E peaks, that's always the best track of the night.
The distinction between being present with the experience versus trying to have a good time feels important. I've noticed similar differences in other contexts - how spaces that were originally about genuine connection can get turned into something more performative when they become popular. (Like music festivals becoming more about the Instagram moment than the actual experience/music)
to the point where even a seasoned fan of the genre would have a hard time explaining in words what makes a “good” song better than a boring one. I'll tell you what makes a good song better than another - Depends on when your E peaks, that's always the best track of the night.
Interesting post. It seems though like over-intellectualizing a space meant for freedom and connection.
The distinction between being present with the experience versus trying to have a good time feels important. I've noticed similar differences in other contexts - how spaces that were originally about genuine connection can get turned into something more performative when they become popular. (Like music festivals becoming more about the Instagram moment than the actual experience/music)
Greedy promoters killed the original rave scene
Shut Up and Dance: Green Man (Rum and Black Mix) / from Rave Til Dawn 1992
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=yyyVswhoTcQ
(The machine elves say hi.)
lol