Word: drums
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Given Boston’s tendency for being lame when it comes to rave regulations, it’s hard to comprehend how the Cradle of the Revolution became home to some of the top drum ’n’ bass weeklies in America. My personal theory: International DJs, coming mostly from Britain and more than likely on a promotional tour for their new mix CD, fly over to hit up New York—and cities like Boston and Philly, being only a relative stone’s throw away, present logistically viable locations to finish...
...Drum ’n’ bass is the new trance: It’s everywhere, especially on websites and in commercials, and it’s only a matter of days before drum ’n’ bass albums regularly break onto the charts. Once Madonna grabs your producers, it’s all over. Get in on the ground floor...
...Contrary to popular perception, this is not a drugfest. The main party favor at The Rinse is alcohol, and they’re strict on IDs. Besides, pookiehead ravers on E generally aren’t wanted in the drum ’n’ bass world—hallucinogens and amphetamines only, please...
...house and trance are, respectively, the Gap (ubiquitous and dependable) and Abercrombie and Fitch (stylish and sexy) of the dance world, drum ’n’ bass is the Army surplus store: militant, underground, unpolished and tough. But beyond these three major genres is the world of experimental, fringe and hybrid techno, which are collectively Urban Outfitters: There’s bound to be something interesting, and the best stuff usually winds up in the basement. There are many weeklies that devote themselves, sometimes in rotation, to IDM (intelligent dance music), garage, hardcore, ghetto-tech, unusual breaks, acid...
...final kicker: Most of the greatest places to party are right here in Cambridge. Phoenix Landing, the Cellar and the Hideaway Pub all offer more electronica delicacies than this page can list. Still, don’t be afraid to let a weekly rave—drum ’n’ bass or something else altogether—inspire a trek into Boston proper...