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Techno Dance Moves that Never Fail on the Dancefloor

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Let’s be real. When you find yourself in a warehouse party, whether you’re a seasoned raver or newbie to the scene, your body wants to move when you hear that four-on-the-floor techno pulse. Although techno dancing isn’t classically defined in the dance world, its found a niche among underground partygoers. The dance moves can be as free and experimental as the underground scene itself. There’s no judgement. Really, the only expectation is that you’re able to let go of what others think and truly feel the music move your body in fantastic ways. If you need help getting started, then here are some dance moves that never fail on the dancefloor. 

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Bristol’s First Regular Drug-Checking Service for Safety

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Bristol will be the first city in the UK to provide a regular drug-checking service licensed by the Home Office.

Approved yesterday, March 10th, by Bristol City Council, the free and confidential service will be run by The Loop, a harm-reduction organization — starting on May 28th. Held on the last weekend of every month, the service will be available to drug users ahead of events like Bristol Pride and Love Saves The Day. A total of 15 sessions will take place over 12 months.

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Dancesafe Organization Shares Safe Ways to Test Drugs

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The Non-profit organization DanceSafe has just released updated guidance on how to safely check drugs. The instructions are shipped out with every drug testing kit that it sells and can be accessed online as PDFs.

DanceSafe is acclaimed for offering adulterant screening to the rave and nightlife communities, based on harm reduction and peer-to-peer education principles. The group maintains a nonjudgmental stance to assist people who use drugs in making educated decisions about their health and safety, without condoning or condemning drug use.

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2021 Holiday Gift Guide for Your House & Techno Music Friends

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It’s official. The holidays are here, and it’s time to find gifts for your loved ones. Below you’ll find a list of ten gifts that all your house and techno music friends will love. Don’t panic this season for the perfect present, there’s something here for everyone.

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Barriers to Entry: Electronic Music’s Hidden Gatekeepers

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Music production appears glamorous. Your favorite artists’ social posts probably look like they’re having the time of their lives, but the photos will never show the sacrifices or struggles these artists likely went through to get where they are today. If you are an aspiring house and techno artist, then it’s important to be aware of barriers to entry. Why? When you understand these barriers, you will understand the sacrifices that coincide with music production and how these barriers can be broken.

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Listen to Interviews from Carl Cox, Nicole Moudaber, Pan-Pot & Others

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Whether you’re a casual purveyor of techno and house music or an aspiring artist, you’ve probably wondered at some point what it’s like to be apart of the electronic music industry. 6AM In Interview answers your questions and more. The podcast series features key players in the global house and techno music scene, from artists to event organizers and everyone in between, so that none of your musings go unanswered.

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Why Christian Smith Has Never Looked Back

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Christian Smith worked in investment banking when he finished university. What if he had chosen to stay that course, even though he hated it? It’s unlikely that Christian would have become one of today’s most distinguished techno DJs and producers. Thankfully for music lovers around the world, he chose to follow his passion. Since then the founder of Tronic Records, now Beatport’s No. 2 selling techno label in history has never looked back. You can experience the magic firsthand on October 29. Christian will be performing alongside Japanese producer Drunken Kong at an Incognito x 6AM warehouse event in Los Angeles. Sound like a treat? You bet, get after it.

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Listen to These Inspiring Podcasts to Encourage Creativity

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Speaking and listening are powerful acts. You can express yourself through speaking. This may be a liberating or cathartic experience. On the flip side, you can become attuned to yourself and the world around you through listening. Podcast episodes incorporate the best of both worlds. Whether you’re doing chores or making a long commute, podcasts are a great way to tune in, learn something new, and become inspired. Check out these inspiring podcasts that will awaken your inner creative spirit, nurture your curiosity, and help you believe in your own artistic and life endeavors.

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On Being Chased by Police for the Love of Music, Almeeva Tells It All

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Almeeva, aka Gregory Hoepffner, is an individual of many talents. Not only is he a multi-instrumentalist and music producer, but he’s also a video maker and art director. Almeeva’s projects and collaborations have been featured in TV series, the Olympics, and a full-length movie about Japanese bondage. He took time to talk with 6AM about his creative journey, his new EP, and his travels to China. The artist also shares some wisdom, speaking to the importance of joy, mindfulness, and being present in everyday life.

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10 Production Tips from Drumcode Artist Tiger Stripes

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Transform your tracks into dance floor destroyers. Swedish techno producer Tiger Stripes offers production tips and tricks in exchange with 6AM. These nuggets of wisdom provide insight as to how Tiger Stripes takes his sound to new heights, and how the producer achieves success in the electronic music industry. Tiger Stripes’ new EP Rocket marks his return on Drumcode in thrilling fashion. You can catch the producer’s forthcoming EP release here.

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