Rave Culture: An Insider's Overview

by Jimi Fritz

Based on hundreds of interviews with promoters, DJs and ravers from over thirty countries, Rave Culture; an insider's overview is a positive endorsement of rave and a comprehensive guidebook to the... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0968572103
• ISBN13: 9780968572108
• Release Date: December 1999
• Publisher: Smallfry Publishing
• Length: 275 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.

Customer Reviews

wisdom shines light on ignorance

And I have been raving for 10+ years and will honestly say, I learned from this OVERVIEW. This being the first book dedicated towards this modern adaptation to dancing around the fire 'till another dawn, sucessfully touches on all aspects of this culture. If you are looking for a cheesy hollywood "entertainment" guide or a " who's who ?" in the rave scene, this is not for you, try the magazine stand. A read that will definately inform, educate and inspire all age groups, I should hope to see our secondary schools adopt it, we all have a lot to learn about dance, trance and transformation. " Bravo " Mr. Friz.

If your going to buy a RAVE book, this is it...

I have read, many other rave related books. They all spew the same information, and make poor attempts to capture your attention. This book on the other hand, is an accurate description of the scene. Once you have finished reading this book, It offers, links to rave related websites so you can find up to date info on the scene in your area. With the rave scene gathering such momentum, and popularity. This book is a good reminder of our roots, and our future. Keep It real, Molly RaveShots>Com

Informative, Interesting, Entertaining, and Accurate

I first met Jimi at a rave in Victoria and thought he was someones dad coming to find them. A few weeks later I went to a rave for my birthday called Evolution,and it turned out to be his birthday celebration. I got a chance to talk with him and a friend got me a copy of his book, signed by him. This book has everything you would ever want to know about raves. From the history of the music, to fashion, to drug use and misuse. He talks about raves around the world, what they cost to put on, how they started...everything. He was careful in defining EVERY kind of "techno" or electronica music around. The best part about this book by far is the message of raves, which he makes crystal clear. Honestly this book is as good a reference book as it is interesting and entertaining. It is easy to read and oh so informative. If you rave regularly or, have never been, this book definately worth reading.

The Definitive Guide to Raves

I have been raving now for over 10 years all over the world; I have read several books on the subject, but I have never read one that "gets it" as well as "Rave Culture." Those people who have been to and enjoyed a real rave will nod their heads in agreement with what Jimi Fritz has to say; those who have not been to a rave but perhaps pre-judge these legitimate cultural events based on what they read in newspapers or see on TV, will now have the opportunity to understand what a rave really is and why it is a legitimate form of cultural and generational expression. The thoroughness of the book is also a plus: from the history of the events and the music to the fashion, art, dj's and even cost of putting on an event, "Rave Culture" has it all, presented in an intelligent, thoughtful way. I have no idea what agenda "Sir One" from Seattle has, but he has either never been to a rave or has chosen to review the cover for this book rather than the content. Take it from someone who has been there (many times): this is the one book about raving that strikes true and should be praised as such.

Inside the rave

Prior to reading "Rave Culture, an Insider's Overview," I had only been introduced to the music behind the whole rave scene. After reading the book, one realizes that there is so much more out there to experience. Simply put, this book motivates a person to attend a rave and see what this book is all about. Specifically, the book is an excellent resource for those who are not sure if the rave scene is for them. Additionally, it provides useful information for parents who have children who attend raves, and who might be worried about all the negative publicity surrounding raves. As an avid fan of the scene, I wholeheartedly recommend this book.