hehe... I meant this as a positive thread because I happened to be listening to scooter the other day and it put me in a good mood. As far as people who have been at it for a long time being bitter...hmmm... (Directed at Rhianna) I agree with you to a point. I have been doing this rave thing for 10 years now. I have seen alot of bad things, friends od, kids getting sick, a general sense of highschool clique-ness that I personally don't like, some music going downhill (ie:trance not as good as it used to be). BUT on the other side of the coin, I have seen alot of good things. I personally have no problem talking to people on E and alot of times you actually get to see the real them and not a front. I don't know about you but I couldn't lie to save my life if I was on E so I kinda feel the honesty alot of times refreshing. I have also seen homophobes turn into accepting individuals after being high at a party and seeing gay lifestyles in a positive way. This accepting attitude continued on after the party, I can honestly say that E had a part to play in that. Drugs are fine as long as they are used in moderation. I don't hate drugs nor am I annoyed by someone just because they are on them and I may be sober. I personally think you are shutting yourself off from meeting alot of potentially very nice people that way. But whatever, it is your choice after all. That being said, I do disapprove of drug abuse that can be a destructive thing for family and friends as well as the user. Everything in moderation my dear. But on to other things...I think that many of the funkier beats are showing themselves now. Jungle has improved, so has D&B. There are new music types popping up all the time and it is even influencing popular culture. These are all good things.
As much as I get down on the atmosphere at most raves now I still love it. I wouldn't of been doing this thing for so long if I didn't. Even though much of the scene is attitude there are a few gems out there that stick in my mind. Venus vs Mars, Kick It!, and Tiesto at the commodor are examples when I went to a party and saw nothing but good vibes and friendly people.
But anyways, I've ranted enough...
Go listen to scooter! NOW!!! um...the Friends track ....hee hee...That's the music from the scene that I originated in...check it out for yourself!
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