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Interviewer: Can you tell us about how electronic music became popular?
Dj Ped1ne: Electronic music has been around for decades, but it really started to gain mainstream popularity in the 1990s. The rise of techno and house music in the club scene, as well as the emergence of electronic dance music (EDM) festivals, helped to popularize the genre.
Interviewer: How did techno and house music become popular in the club scene?
Dj Ped1ne: Techno and house music originated in underground club scenes in cities like Detroit and Chicago in the 1980s. These genres were heavily influenced by funk, soul, and disco music and were embraced by marginalized communities, including the LGBTQ community. As the music spread to other cities and countries, it started to gain a wider following. In the 1990s, the rise of rave culture helped to further popularize techno and house music, as well as other electronic genres like trance and drum and bass.
Interviewer: How have electronic music festivals contributed to the genre’s popularity?
Dj Ped1ne: Electronic music festivals have played a huge role in popularizing the genre. These events, which often feature multiple stages and a diverse lineup of artists, provide a platform for electronic music to reach a wider audience. The first major electronic music festival, the Berlin Love Parade, was held in 1989, and since then, countless others have emerged around the world. Today, events like Tomorrowland, Ultra Music Festival, and Electric Daisy Carnival attract thousands of attendees and are broadcasted around the world, which helped to further popularize electronic music and to make it more mainstream.
Interviewer: What do you think the future holds for electronic music?
Dj Ped1ne: Electronic music continues to evolve and change, and I think we’ll see even more experimentation and cross-genre collaboration in the future. Technology is also playing a bigger role in electronic music, with more and more producers and DJs using digital tools to create and perform. I think electronic music will continue to be a driving force in the music industry and will continue to influence and be influenced by other genres.
Interviewer: Can you tell us about your experience as an electronic music DJ and producer?
Dj Ped1ne: Sure, I’ve been DJing and producing electronic music for over a decade now. I started out as a bedroom DJ, experimenting with different sounds and styles. As I became more confident in my skills, I began playing at local clubs and parties. Eventually, I started to gain a following and was able to start touring and performing at larger events.
As a producer, I’ve always been drawn to the experimental side of electronic music. I like to push boundaries and incorporate different elements into my music. I think it’s important to evolve constantly and try new things.
Interviewer: How has electronic music changed since you first started out?
Dj Ped1ne: Electronic music has definitely changed a lot since I first started out. When I first began DJing, the scene was much more underground and niche. It was all about discovering new music and new sounds. But now, electronic music is much more mainstream and accessible. There’s a lot more variety in terms of genres and styles, and it’s not just limited to the club scene anymore. It’s now played in pop, rock, and hip-hop concerts and festivals.
Interviewer: What advice would you give to someone who is just starting out as an electronic music DJ or producer?
Dj Ped1ne: My advice would be to just dive in and start experimenting. Electronic music is a very diverse genre, and there are so many different sounds and styles to explore. Don’t be afraid to try new things and take inspiration from other genres. Also, be open to learning and trying new technologies and software, as they are constantly evolving. And most importantly, have fun and enjoy the process.
