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Storms, Delays, and Disappointment: The Year of Festival Cancellations | Rave Culture Cast Ep238. Dec 11, 2024

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2024 has been a challenging year for the music festival world. From extreme weather to logistical nightmares, cancellations left fans and industry professionals scrambling. In this episode, we unpack the causes behind these disruptions and explore their lasting impact on the festival scene. Connect with Rave Culture Cast 💙: ⁠https://beacons.ai/raveculturecast

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TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 intro

2:46 UK Festivals Cancelled

6:33 Weather Issues at Festivals

10:00 Body Language

10:35 Firefly Festival

11:30 Ultra Miami

12:07 Imagine Music Festival

14:03 Texas Eclipse

15:35 Backwoods Festival

16:27 Nightmare Festival

18:09 Electric Zoo Refunds

18:43 Electric Forest

19:55 Lucidity

21:33 Same Same But Different Offer

22:28 Nocturnal Wonderland

24:00 EDC China

24:41 Lost Lands

25:16 South Star Festival

26:10 Final Thoughts

EDC Orlando 2024: Hits, Misses, & Behind-the-Scenes Stories! | Rave Culture Cast #237 Nov 21, 2024

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Was EDC Orlando 2024 everything we hoped for? In this episode of Rave Culture Cast, I'm breaking down the festival with YOUR feedback on the biggest pros and cons🎡 From my personal highlights to a behind-the-scenes look at working with Insomniac Radio and BeatBox Beverages, I’m sharing it all! Plus, we’ll dive into what needs improvement, including the much-talked-about crowd issues. Don’t miss this full recap of an unforgettable weekend in Orlando!

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Your Ultimate Guide to EDC Orlando: Festival FAQs, Travel, Stages, Lineup Review & More! Ep.236 🎶🌈🌼 Oct 30, 2024

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Planning for EDC Orlando? In this episode, I cover everything you need to know before hitting the festival grounds! From essential FAQs and the best travel and accommodation options to the best after-parties, I break down every detail for a smooth experience 👏

Get tips on what to wear, how to handle the unpredictable Florida weather, and the best ways to navigate each of the iconic stages! Plus, stay tuned for my lineup review at the end so you don’t miss any must-see sets.

Whether you're a first-timer or an EDC veteran, this guide has got you covered! 🌈✨

Check out my full EDC Orlando playlist for more content: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgFsXLcc3w0uappP4lVY17bfdmND4YZjK⁠

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A First Timers Guide to Red Rocks! Denver Itinerary, Travel Tips & Venue Review 🪨 Ep.235 Oct 23, 2024

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In this episode, I’m diving deep into my first-ever visit to the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre! 🎶✨ From where I stayed and how I got there, to insider tips for first-timers, and, of course, my thoughts on Seven Lions’ incredible set, I’m spilling all the tea! ☕ Whether you're planning your first trip or just curious if Red Rocks lives up to the hype, this episode has everything you need to know! 📍 Topics covered: ➡️ Where to stay ➡️ Tips for getting there (and getting home) ➡️ What to do in Denver ➡️ What to bring & expect for your first visit ➡️ Full review of Seven Lions' set Tune in for my honest thoughts on this bucket-list venue! 💥 If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and drop a comment with your Red Rocks experiences! 🙌 Connect with Rave Culture Cast 💙: ⁠https://beacons.ai/raveculturecast⁠ Insomniac affiliate tickets: Escape Halloween - ⁠https://bit.ly/3PF1BM3⁠ EDC Orlando - ⁠https://bit.ly/3PEDUUl⁠ Dreamstate - ⁠https://bit.ly/3MmtN3y⁠ Forever Midnight LA - https://bit.ly/4dFmHCs

San Holo Celebrates 10 Years with "what is life" EP & Shares His Most Memorable Fan Encounters 💙 Oct 16, 2024

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In this episode of Rave Culture Cast, our co-host Alex Amaro (@alex_amaro_music) joined by the one and only San Holo! On the heels of his album, Existential Dance Music, San Holo celebrates 10 years of his project with an anniversary tour and brand new EP, what is life? dropping this Fall. The highly anticipated EP features collaborations with Bipolar Sunshine and Tchami 🔥 We dive into San's journey in music and the impact it's made on fans lives. Tune in to hear some of his favorite fan stories & what’s next for his project! Catch San Holo on his 10 year anniversary tour here ➡️ https://laylo.com/sanholo/m/10yeartour

How to Master Your Music Brand: Game-Changing Tips w/ Olivia Mancuso & Sherm in the Booth Ep.233 Oct 02, 2024

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Grab your Chicago Music Nexus tickets and save $30 off with code RCC: https://www.chicagomusicnexus.com/ In this episode, I'm joined by two powerhouse voices in the music industry—Olivia Mancuso, host of the Elevated Frequencies podcast and branding expert, and Matt Sherman aka Sherm, DJ/Producer, A&R for Hood Politics, and host of Sherm in the Booth. We dive into how podcasting has propelled their careers, the challenges of wearing multiple hats, and their new joint venture—Chicago Music Nexus—an upcoming conference designed to help aspiring artists make valuable connections, expand their industry knowledge, and elevate their music careers. Tune in for insights, advice, and all the exciting details about their game-changing event! Connect with Olivia & Sherm 💙: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/oliviamancuso__/ https://www.instagram.com/sherminthebooth/ Elevated Frequencies Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/3hdJfPkqJTGKPh0IKDMrI6 Sherm in the Booth Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/69mMr9wR1s0OnLCfXMBJxZ Connect with Rave Culture Cast 💙 ⁠https://beacons.ai/raveculturecast⁠ Insomniac affiliate tickets: iii points - ⁠https://bit.ly/3RAR9Wl⁠ Escape Halloween - ⁠https://bit.ly/3PF1BM3⁠ EDC Orlando - ⁠https://bit.ly/3PEDUUl⁠ Dreamstate - ⁠https://bit.ly/3MmtN3y⁠

Mastering Music PR: Industry Secrets with Ultra Worldwide's Jaime Sloane Ep.232 Sep 25, 2024

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Join me as I sit down with Jaime Sloane, the Global Communications Director for ULTRA Worldwide and founder of J Sloane Creative, to dive deep into the world of music public relations 🎙️

With over 10 years of experience, Jaime shares invaluable tips for newcomers wanting to break into the music industry, advice on what a music publicist looks for in clients, and behind-the-scenes insights into some of the most exciting music festivals like Hulaween, Gem & Jam, and ULTRA 🎶

Plus, Jaime reveals exciting upcoming projects and offers tips for success in this fast-paced industry 🙏

Whether you’re a budding PR professional, artist, or festival enthusiast, you won’t want to miss this episode!

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Influencer Secrets: Navigating Content, Brand Deals, Networking & EDM Drama 👀 Ep.231 Sep 18, 2024

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Today we're spilling the tea on what it’s like being a content creator/influencer in the EDM/festival space! I’ll be answering YOUR questions about brand deals, job opportunities, collabs, tips & tricks, staying out of drama, and how to deal with the stress of juggling a full-time job and content creation 🤝 Shop Loop Earplug's new Sublime collection (discount code LOOPXEMMAK10) - https://glnk.io/z0o4/emma15 Connect with Rave Culture Cast (@raveculturecast) 💙 ⁠https://beacons.ai/raveculturecast⁠ Insomniac affiliate tickets: iii points - ⁠https://bit.ly/3RAR9Wl⁠ Escape Halloween - ⁠https://bit.ly/3PF1BM3⁠ EDC Orlando - ⁠https://bit.ly/3PEDUUl⁠ Dreamstate - ⁠https://bit.ly/3MmtN3y⁠

Your Guide to Lost Lands Festival: Camping, Stages, Weather & More! 🦖 Ep230 Sep 11, 2024

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It's time for everyone to return to their prehistoric home and come together once again for Dubstep Disneyland aka LOST LANDS! In this episode, lunchbox pack's Head of Merchandising, content creator, & Lost Lands superfan Jonte Paviel (@jontepaviel) joins me to share a full guide to all things Lost Lands.

We'll be covering pre-festival prep like: transportation, lodging, what to pack, camping essentials and what to wear. Pro tips & advice for the festival including: stage descriptions, festival layout, food & drink options, merch, and more! And of course, important info like harm reduction, how to stay safe, and ways to make the most of your Lost Lands experience!

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SIDEPIECE Opens Up About Their Friendship, Embracing Change & Finding Creativity 🎙️ Ep.229 Sep 03, 2024

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Coming off an exciting performance at North Coast and a brand new release "Who Created Love" dropping today, SIDEPIECE is ending Summer on a high note! The tech-house DJ Duo comprised of NITTI (@nittmusic) and Party Favor (@partyfavor) has seen a ton of growth since joining forces in 2019 becoming one of the most in-demand acts in house music. In this episode, we catch up with SIDEPIECE (@youasidepiece) how their project and friendship has developed over the years, how they find fresh ideas, collaboration, their latest single Who Created Love and what excites them about the future of dance music! Connect with SIDEPIECE: https://www.instagram.com/youasidepiece/ Listen to SIDEPIECE: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5czbzNZZfWpyFgZyfT3Mkk Connect with Alex Amaro 🎙️ https://instagram.com/alex_amaro_music/ Connect with Rave Culture Cast 💙 https://beacons.ai/raveculturecast Insomniac affiliate tickets: iii points - https://bit.ly/3RAR9Wl ESCAPE - https://bit.ly/3PF1BM3 EDC Orlando - https://bit.ly/3PEDUUl Dreamstate - https://bit.ly/3MmtN3y

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