ISBN10: 0968572103, ISBN13: 9780968572108, [publisher: Smallfry Press, Calgary] Softcover SUBTITLED : ` An Insider's Overview ' . A rave is a modern form of tribalism with an objective of getting the participants to a higher level of consciousness. Drugs, particularly ecstasy, are often part of the experience. Alcohol is usually shunned. Mass participatiobn is preferred. These 275 pages cover all these aspects, especilly the music and DJs, on a country to country basis. Also looks at the attitude toward sexual encounters among this progressive group and at the concepts of revolution (social change) in general. Interesting section on (flash) advertising flyers (p. 126)Seven page glossary of musical terms (Dub, Euro, Acid Jazz, etc.) on pages 88 to 95. Lots of b/w photos and drawings - some have been hand-coloured by a p/o. Light general wear and soiling. Binding tight, colours bright. P/O name marked verso fron cover. No tears. Excellent reading copy. Quote (p. 43) : " When a party goes off, it is common to see people laugh and smile in amazement as they are swept up in the experience. The amount of energy generated in the room is truly marvelous and continues to build and intensify hour after hour. At the height ._._._. ." Size: 8vo
[Linden, AB, Canada] [Publication Year: 1999]