Wenzday Music Perfoming Live
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Fighting Sexism With Success: The Women of EDM

I remember how shocked I was to discover that Rezz, a woman, was making heavier, darker music in a predominantly male-dominated industry. The sinking realization soon followed - if I, as a woman, was surprised by another woman’s success, how prevalent was sexism in the EDM community as a whole?  

Women such as Wenzday, Festfashions, Tasha Tripp and Claudia Pena are all a part of a movement focused around fighting sexism and shaping the EDM industry into what its meant to be- a community of love, equality and acceptance for all.

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Galantis Main Stage at Lucky
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Lucky 2019: 3 Reasons I'll Remember this Night Forever

Every year I anxiously await for Lucky Festival, an annual St. Patrick's Day festival, to return to the Pacific Northwest. This year was no different -  Lucky 2019 was definitely one for the books! This was my 5th time attending Luck and far my most favorite of them all. Here are 3 reasons why I’ll remember this night for the rest of my life. Continue Reading
Top 5 DJs to Watch in 2019
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Top 5 DJs to Watch in 2019

2019 is the year of the success makers. From experimental dubstep to chill house, 2019 is shaping up to be one of the best years for EDM. There’s tons of new talent on the rise and all with different sounds to listen to.

The following five DJs have really stood out and are making their name and sound heard. We’re hoping 2019 will be the year of not just new music, but tons of new rising artists.

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Overlooking the Gorge at Sunset During Bass Canyon
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The Agelessness of EDM

A common misconception I hear about EDM is that it’s a genre that can only be enjoyed by young adults. I’ve heard everything from it’s not appropriate for children to it doesn’t resonate with older crowds. I’ve made friends of all ages since becoming a part of the electronic music community, and it’s become increasingly clear to me that EDM is truly ageless. So, I sat down with a few fans (and new friends of mine) of all ages to gain their perspective on EDM and how it has impacted their life.

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Ravers at Escape Halloween wearing Robot costumes
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Selfie 101: Getting the Perfect Festival Photo with Your iPhone

Let’s face it, we’re all guilty of wanting to take fire photos at raves, but it isn’t as easy as it looks! Whether it’s a simple selfie or an epic squad pic, there are so many factors that go into it. You don’t always need a professional camera to do the job. Here are some of my tips on how to get the perfect festival photo with an iPhone. Continue Reading
iHeartRaves Unicorn Crew at Nocturnal Wonderland
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Rave Photography - The Beauty Behind the Lens

Ever wondered how the magic happens behind the lens? I sat down with Erik Copley and Stephanie Le to discuss with them about how they got their start in photography and how they take photos for ravers.   Continue Reading
Stereotypes, Stigmas and Sober Raving, Let’s Talk About It
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Stereotypes, Stigmas and Sober Raving, Let’s Talk About It

I find that when I combat this stereotype with the obvious, “you know that’s not what EDM shows are all about, right?” I’m often left with eyebrow raises and silent screams of, “yeah, right." I wanted to dive deeper into the topic of sober raving and look past the lens of my own personal experience. So, I decided to dig up some truth and have open and honest conversations with active festival goers. Continue Reading
My First iHeartRaves Unicorn Experience: EDC Orlando 2018
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My First iHeartRaves Unicorn Experience: EDC Orlando 2018

For the longest time, I’ve followed iHeartRaves Unicorns page on Instagram and Snapchat. I love seeing the Unicorns wearing matching outfits and getting to talk with so many ravers at every festival they attended. It was one of my dreams to get to do that one day. A few weeks later, I got the amazing email that my dream came true! I was notified that I was selected as one of the Unicorns for EDC Orlando and was about to embark on the adventure of a lifetime.  Continue Reading
Popping Your Rave Cherry? Here's Your Go-to Packing Guide
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Popping Your Rave Cherry? Here's Your Go-to Packing Guide

Remember walking into your first rave? My entire world shifted from ordinary to extraordinary because a group of ravers took me by the hand and introduced me to their world. It’s so important to share our world with others. Whether you're a seasoned raver or a first-timer, here are a few must-have essentials. Continue Reading
Freaknight 2018 : Taking My Mom to Her First Rave
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Freaknight 2018 : Taking My Mom to Her First Rave

October 26th is my mom’s birthday, and it conveniently landed on the same night as Freaknight this year. Freaknight is USC Event’s annual Halloween festival held right here in Seattle. My mom has been joking about coming to a show with me for years now, but this time it wasn’t a joke. I invited her out to celebrate her birthday, and she accepted; I couldn’t have been more thrilled. Continue Reading
The Magic Behind the Rave Culture: My Experience Meeting Rezz
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The Magic Behind the Rave Culture: My Experience Meeting Rezz

My boyfriend, Jake, is a fellow EDM lover and Cult member. However, he suffers from an incurable inner-ear disease which rapidly progressed a few weeks before we hit the road to Shambhala this past summer. We feared the progression of his disease may prevent him from attending future music festivals, and if Shambhala ended up being his last rave he had one final wish; to meet REZZ. This is where the magic of The Cult of Rezz came in.  Continue Reading
Daytime to Ravetime - Styling Tips
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Daytime to Ravetime - Styling Tips

Did you know that you can style our pieces from day to night? You can even go from work straight to the rave by just changing up your accessories and footwear.

Our new lifestyle pieces are great investments because of their dual nature. Read below for some styling tips on how to integrate the pieces you already know and love into new and exciting looks for fall.

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