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How To Find Spirituality In Electronic Dance Music?

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There are some religious aspects when talking about EDM spirituality. Nowadays, mainstream culture is more about doing things alone and less about doing things together as a community. It has lost its way of celebrating traditions, rituals, and religions. EDM has taken on some of the original roles of organized religions, so it’s kind of like religion itself.

EDM uses different traditions to create its own unique mix of beliefs, kind of like picking and choosing from a buffet. It has borrowed some Christian elements from African American music culture, but because they come from secular black music and gay disco, they are presented in a rebellious way. African American music traditions have also passed down trance practices that come from African possession rituals and are similar to Pygmy/Bushmen traditions.

People often are looking to feel more like they’re part of a cool underground culture. The reason people do this is that society has become more focused on individualism, and these events help people feel like they’re part of a community again.

People who go to clubs don’t think of it as a religious activity, but that’s because the religious aspect is kind of hidden. The club scene acts like a secondary institution that provides a way to escape reality and have a transcendent experience. It’s a special place that’s separate from the everyday world and is a big part of the community.

Nowadays, not as many people are practicing traditional Christianity, especially young people, so they don’t have a religious context to do rituals together. But EDM has stepped in to fill that void and become a big part of young people’s lives. There are even “Chill Out” rooms that serve as a place to pray, meditate, and chat with others. The dancefloor is a special place where people can forget about themselves and become part of the group.

This is mainly a youth movement, so it might not last forever as people get older and can’t participate as much. And as musical trends change, it’s hard to say if the EDM movement will continue or disappear. But there’s still a lot to think about and study when it comes to this religious-like movement in modern music culture.

Hi, my name is Erick Ycaza. I have a BA in Advertising & Graphic Design. This blog is to provide you with daily music news and share my personal style.

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