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The Year I Discovered Raving
Photo Credit: Spring Awakening Music Festival
Kellie Burch |

The Year I Discovered Raving

Going into 2017, I never imagined how much music was about to change my life. Early in 2017, I stumbled across a lineup for a festival in Chicago called Spring Awakening. I can truly say that my life has changed drastically ever since that weekend,  Continue Reading
How to Festival Camp: A Guide
Kellie Burch |

10 Festival Camping Tips

Before camping at a festival for the first time, I was pretty terrified of it. I was scared of bugs, not having a proper restroom, not sleeping well, etc. After having to dive in full force with Lightning in a Bottle three years ago, I’ve learned a bunch of hacks to make my festival camping experience much more enjoyable. Here are 10 tips to make your festival camping trip more enjoyable. Continue Reading
perler and kandi necklace creations with pokemon characters
Kellie Burch |

Tips for Fixing Broken Kandi and Perlers

If you love wearing Kandi at raves, you’ve probably had that “OH SH*T” moment when you realize that one of your pieces has broken. Take a moment to shed a tear (I know! It totally looked cute on you), but I’m here to show you how you can save the Kandi you love.

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The History of Rave Fashion
Kellie Burch |

The History of Rave Fashion

Trends come and go but rave fashion from day one has revolved around fantasy and stepping out of everyday life. I spoke with two rave experts, Rosa and Brooke to get their insight on the ever-changing fashion in rave culture. Rosa began attending raves in the early nineties and is retired from the scene. Meanwhile, Brooke is a young college student and is still actively attending events. Both women were able to provide insight into the scene.  Continue Reading
Get to Know iHeartRaves' Hair Wizard: Tasha Tripp
Kellie Burch |

Get to Know iHeartRaves' Hair Wizard: Tasha Tripp

If you're following iHeartRaves on social media, chances are you've definitely seen some gorgeous hairstyles during our lifestyle shoots. From dying hair to glitter roots to space buns and elaborate braids, this Hair Wizard does it all. Introducing the woman behind the comb, Tasha Tripp! Continue Reading
Raver Spotlight: @Mynamesnotmelissa
Photo Credit: Haley Busch Photography
Kellie Burch |

Raver Spotlight: @Mynamesnotmelissa

If you're active within the EDM community on Instagram, you're probably already following @Mynamesnotmelissa. Whether you follow her for her modeling pictures, those killer makeup photos or because you actually want to know if her name is really Melissa (will we ever find out?!), there's no doubt that @mynamesnotmelissa is both beautiful and talented.  Continue Reading
Crowd Headbanging at Bass Academy 2018 Stage by Turk Photos
Photo Credit: Turk Photos & USC Events
Kellie Burch |

Score an A+ at Bass Academy 2018 with These Outfits

It’s time to head back to school with Bass Academy 2018! Get ready to graduate with a degree in bass from USC Events on Saturday, April 7th at the Tacoma Dome. Looking to be best dressed? Check out these A+ looks for Bass Academy outfit inspiration!

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Mom & Daughter Matching Rave Outfits with Black Fuzzy Cat Ears & Sequin Halter Top
Kellie Burch |

What It's Like to Rave With Your Mom

At the beginning of this year, my boyfriend (and rave babe) was deployed to the middle east for a whole year and would be missing out on the entirety of festival season. In an attempt to bond with me during this difficult time, my mother reached out to me, “Why don’t you take me to one of those rave thingies?” She asked. The idea of raving with a parent had never really occurred to me before.I was intrigued. I needed to see my mom in that setting! Continue Reading
bass academy 2018 lineup
Kellie Burch |

Bass Academy 2018: School's Back in Session

Welcome to Bass Academy where you’ll be schooled in all things bass. This annual event is taught by USC Events here in the Pacific Northwest on Saturday, April 7th. Bring your pens and notebooks, you’ll want to take notes about this massive headbanger's event.  Continue Reading
The Commandments of PLUR
Photo Credit: Dexter Coffman
Kellie Burch |

The Commandments of PLUR

Whether you are an experienced raver or new to the scene, there is an unofficial set of guidelines every raver should live by and its important we all follow them! I took a poll on Instagram to see if my tips were aligned with that of other ravers. Check out my compiled list of the Top Commandments of PLUR Continue Reading
New Years Resolutions for the Raver
Kellie Burch |

New Years Resolutions for the Raver

However cliché you think it may or may not be, New Years resolutions have been around for 4,000+ years and experts say they are as relevant and beneficial today as they were upon first usage. As 2018 is slowly nearing, people are taking the time this holiday season to reflect introspectively and put goals into place for the New Year. Continue Reading
How You Know It's PLUR
Alex Jennison |

How You Know It's PLUR

A lot of people outside the rave community ask me what it means to be PLUR, how people express it, and basically, what PLUR is in general. Frequently, I find myself explaining that PLUR can be anything from doing random acts of kindness to letting the people you love know that you love them.

Although it can be conveyed and experienced in our everyday lives, there's nothing like those moments when you're at a festival where you truly feel the meaning of PLUR.

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