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Trance Formation: The Spiritual and Religious Dimensions of Global Rave Culture
Robin Sylvan. The book studies the spiritual and religious dimensions that are often found within the global rave culture and electronic music communities.
Last Night a DJ Saved My Life: The History of the Disc Jockey
Bill Brewster and Frank Broughton. This book charts the evolution of the DJ from record player enthusiasts to club culture icons and the eventual emergence of superstar DJs.
Techno Rebels: The Renegades of Electronic Funk
Dan Sicko. This book tells the story of Detroit techno music and its influential role in the global electronic music scene.
Energy Flash: A Journey Through Rave Music and Dance Culture
Simon Reynolds. It's an in-depth exploration of the rise of electronic dance music, detailing the genre's roots in the rave culture of the 1980s and 1990s.
This is Your Brain on Music: The Science of a Human Obsession
Daniel J. Levitin. This book delves into the neuroscience of music, explaining why electronic music and other genres can have such a profound effect on the human brain and emotions.
The Underground Is Massive: How Electronic Dance Music Conquered America
Michaelangelo Matos. It's a detailed account of how electronic dance music rose from underground scenes to mainstream popularity in the United States.
The Secret DJ: The Inside Story of Life on the Road
Anonymous. An insider's look at the life of a professional DJ, exploring the highs and lows, the parties, and the hard work that goes into living a life in music.
Keyboard Presents the Evolution of Electronic Dance Music
Edited by Peter Kirn. The collection of articles from Keyboard magazine traces the history of electronic dance music from the 1970s to the present day.
Altered State: The Story of Ecstasy Culture and Acid House
Matthew Collin. This is a definitive history of acid house and ecstasy culture, documenting its roots, its heyday, and its legendary parties and club scenes.
Generation Ecstasy: Into the World of Techno and Rave Culture
Simon Reynolds. A narrative of the development of techno music and rave culture, exploring the experiences of DJs, promoters, and club-goers.
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