Originally posted by Stilez
To @Lightsout who says that the comparison of last night's events the Toronto rave culture of the 90's is a bit of a stretch, well if you HAD been there you would have a different opinion.
I don't think my opinion would differ. Like I said, I'm glad this event turned out as well as it appears to have, and its certainly a historic moment for EDM in Toronto.
The reason that I say it's a bit of a stretch for comparison (IMO), is because the 90's rave scene here was a unique cultural movement that was comprised of many different facets coming together for a common purpose. However, I see this deadmau5 show more as an example of the level of commercialism that surrounds electonica these days. If that makes sense....
Not trying to take anything away from the show. Kudos to him for going big and pulling it off, and from what I've heard everyone had a blast and the vibe was great. Just apples and oranges for me.
Stilez
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Originally posted by LightsOut
ahh fair enough. Gotcha. I see what you mean and yes it's true. The 'movement' behind it was different.
p.s. before I post my own video, here's a sweet HD rip someone made of the LiveFeed/Live Broadcast from the Skydome/Rogers Centre. Enjoy!
SIKKKK!!!!
Awesome!
CMR
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Originally posted by RobotHouse
At first this line seems impressive and kind of sad at the same time but it's sort of misleading since the Roger's center isn't really known for concerts compared to a venue like the ACC for example.
Skydome is bigger though, innit?
(biggest indoor venue in the city?)
jad
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Originally posted by CMR
Skydome is bigger though, innit?
(biggest indoor venue in the city?)
Yes it is. Does anybody know how many people were in attendance for this event?
I would have loved to check this out. It was my little sister's first edm event and she said she was amazed by the performance.
kotsy
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Originally posted by jad
Does anybody know how many people were in attendance for this event?
20,000 according to The Star
jon jon
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Originally posted by ~C~
Faxing Berlin is still my fav. Deadmau5 track as well. I remember the first time I saw him at a venue called Budo Lounge. There were probably 20 ppl there. One of my most memorable parties, just because he was still really under the radar. It really was incredible to see how popular he became, and how quickly too. He's a very gifted individual! Here's a pic of him, from back at that party. I think it was in '07. Notice the marketing of the Mau5 even then! lol
this is dope, check out how he had branding proper right from the very beginning... wild
jon jon
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Originally posted by LightsOut
the 90's rave scene here was a unique cultural movement that was comprised of many different facets coming together for a common purpose. However, I see this deadmau5 show more as an example of the level of commercialism that surrounds electonica these days. If that makes sense....
the current dance music renaissance happening in pop culture right now could definitely be a "movement"... I especially see it running parallel with the technology sphere/social media buzz exploding right now... that might be a big of a stretch, but regardless, dismissing it as a "movement" because of it's commercial success is a mistake imo
jon jon
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Originally posted by kotsy
20,000 according to The Star
that sounds pretty accurate lol dunno which crack heads told me 40k :p
Stilez
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Originally posted by kotsy
20,000 according to The Star
said "More than 20,000"
I'd say more like 25-30k, but who knows. We'll have to wait for the official release.
LightsOut
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Originally posted by jon jon
the current dance music renaissance happening in pop culture right now could definitely be a "movement"... I especially see it running parallel with the technology sphere/social media buzz exploding right now... that might be a big of a stretch, but regardless, dismissing it as a "movement" because of it's commercial success is a mistake imo
Fair points.
I'd personally differentiate them though, as I think electonica in pop culture is more of a trend (albeit commercially viable), as opposed to a sustained movement. 90's rave culture had P.L.U.R as its driving force and ethos, not sure what this new generation has...
Yohan
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Originally posted by LightsOut
Fair points.
I'd personally differentiate them though, as I think electonica in pop culture is more of a trend (albeit commercially viable), as opposed to a sustained movement. 90's rave culture had P.L.U.R as its driving force and ethos, not sure what this new generation has...
partying, get drunk/ed up/trying to get laid? instead of at a top40 club, they just do it at EDM events
MSZ
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Originally posted by LightsOut
90's rave culture had P.L.U.R as its driving force and ethos, not sure what this new generation has...
pop music and dubstep. preferably packaged together somehow.
