It’s A Rave In Downtown LA

Summary

Detox Retox with Tom Schwartz: Episode Summary

Episode Title: It’s A Rave In Downtown LA
Release Date: July 22, 2025
Host: Tom Schwartz
Podcast: PodcastOne

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1. Introduction to Rave Culture and PLUR

The episode kicks off with Tom Schwartz welcoming listeners to the weekly retox session. The focus quickly shifts to the vibrant world of rave culture, emphasizing the foundational principles of PLUR—Peace, Love, Unity, and Respect. The Rave Culture Advocate passionately describes raves as sanctuaries where time stands still, and attendees immerse themselves in pure, unfiltered joy.

“There’s a place where time doesn’t exist... It’s kind of like a Love Island.”
[01:13] Rave Culture Advocate

2. Historical Context: Interview with Frankie Bones

A pivotal moment in the episode features an insightful interview with Frankie Bones, hailed as the godfather of American rave culture. Frankie delves into the origins of PLUR, tracing its evolution from the late 1980s to its establishment in the early '90s.

“In 1990, we designed something called PLUR—the Peace, Love, Unity, Respect movement.”
[06:00] Frankie Bones

He elaborates on how PLUR became a cornerstone of rave culture, fostering an environment of inclusivity and mutual respect. Frankie reflects on the pivotal events that solidified these values, ensuring that raves remained safe and welcoming for all participants.

“From 90 to 93, it was PLUR. And the night the fight broke out in 1993, the R was added as the S.P.E.C...”
[06:45] Frankie Bones

3. First-Hand Rave Experiences: Julian and David's First Rave

Transitioning from history to personal narrative, Julian Lucas and David Paul recount their inaugural experiences attending an underground rave in Downtown LA. Julian expresses his initial nervousness, highlighting the universal apprehension that newcomers often feel.

“I’ve never been to a Proper Los Angeles underground rave. So, yeah, I’m a little nervous.”
[08:40] Julian Lucas

His brother, Rob, complements this with enthusiasm:

“I’m excited, I’m pumped up. I’m ready for the music, the lights...”
[09:20] Rob

4. The Inclusive and Safe Atmosphere of Modern Raves

David Paul shares his observations from the rave, dispelling common stereotypes about chaos and danger. He emphasizes the PLUR ethos that permeates the event, fostering a sense of safety and community.

“I just learned about this philosophy in rave culture called PLUR. I felt all that the moment I walked in.”
[12:19] David Paul

Tom Schwartz echoes this sentiment, discussing the inclusive nature of raves where professionals from diverse backgrounds come together to celebrate music and unity.

“Everybody’s very respectful. People are just there to like, have a good time, commingle, coexist.”
[14:15] Tom Schwartz

5. The Importance of Music and Community

The conversation delves into the transformative power of music within the rave scene. David highlights how the absence of phones allowed attendees to fully engage with the experience, fostering genuine connections.

“I didn’t see a cell phone the whole time I was at this concert, and I thought that was a vibe.”
[17:19] David Paul

Tom reflects on the healing nature of music and its ability to bring people together, creating profound personal and communal experiences.

“Music is healing, man. It really is on so many levels.”
[19:16] Tom Schwartz

6. Advice for New Attendees

Towards the end of the episode, Tom and David offer heartfelt advice for those considering their first rave. They encourage openness, letting go of judgments, and embracing the moment.

“Go and experience it and don’t have any expectations. Just keep an open mind.”
[20:42] Tom Schwartz

“Dance like you want to dance. And judgment zone.”
[21:30] David Paul

7. Reflections and Conclusion

The episode concludes with reflections on the beauty and unity experienced at the rave. Julian shares his lingering impressions of the event, celebrating the sense of oneness and the freedom to express oneself fully.

“There was a sense of unity and just everyone kind of moving as one.”
[22:26] Julian Lucas

Tom Schwartz wraps up the session with a final affirmation of the transformative power of raves and the essential role of PLUR in maintaining their positive environment.

“Retoxification complete.”
[26:22] Tom Schwartz

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Key Takeaways

• PLUR is the foundational ethos of rave culture, promoting Peace, Love, Unity, and Respect.
• Frankie Bones provides historical insights into the evolution of PLUR and its significance in establishing safe, inclusive rave environments.
• Personal narratives from Julian and David illustrate the welcoming and transformative nature of modern raves.
• The absence of phones at raves fosters genuine connections and deepens the communal experience.
• Music within the rave scene serves as a healing force, uniting diverse individuals in shared euphoria.
• Newcomers are encouraged to approach raves with an open mind, free from judgment, to fully embrace the experience.

Notable Quotes

• “There’s a sense of oneness, one love. This isn't the Matrix. This is PLUR.”
  [03:59] Rave Culture Advocate

• “It was something special. I felt like it was magical.”
  [14:15] David Paul

• “Peace, Love, Unity is a track. You can look this up on YouTube.”
  [08:40] Frankie Bones

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This episode of Detox Retox with Tom Schwartz offers an immersive exploration into the heart of rave culture, blending historical context with personal experiences to provide listeners with a comprehensive understanding of PLUR and the unifying power of music.

Transcript

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[Tom Schwartz]

It's now time for your weekly retox with Tom Schwartz.

[Rave Culture Advocate]

What if I told you there's a place where time doesn't exist? No past unless it's fond memories, the future, not today. We are in the present, here and now. There's no bills, there's no taxes. It's kind of like a love Island. You've been worked up with the energy of someone who's just canceled the 6am spin class. Everyone is partying like it's 1999. I was dreaming when I wrote this, so forgive me if I go astray. Yesterday is history, tomorrow a mystery. I don't believe in yesterday. I believe in today. What if I told you we're going to a place where we can dance, we can live, laugh, love, c' est la vie. Do what we are supposed to do here on this beautiful planet. For some, heaven on earth, to be fair for others, hell.

[Tom Schwartz]

Yeah.

[Rave Culture Advocate]

But that's just because they have like preconceived notions about it. Or they never gave it a chance. Or maybe they had a bad experience. Which is completely valid talking to you introverts. So valid. But for the most part, this part, we're gonna love one another and just be present. Thalassophobia. Maybe just skip this episode because we are going to deep. What's that buzz I hear? I want to be happy. I want to have fun, work so hard. Listen, you guys, have you heard of Plur? No one else has, apparently. P L U R. It's an acronym. Peace, Love, Respect, Love, Unity. That's the culture talking. So, like, you probably have some preconceived notions about raves, people just getting up, being degenerates. Maybe there's an element of truth. There but from what I just experienced, it's a beautiful thing. Plur. There's a sense of oneness, one love. This isn't the Matrix. This is Plur. Okay? So pack your bags because we're going on a trip, okay? We're going to an electric place, full of joy, inclusivity, sweatiness. The vibes are plentiful.

[David Paul]

It's not for everyone.

[Rave Culture Advocate]

And it can be dangerous. But we live in a world based on rules. Because of that, they can never be as fun as you're going to be. Gang, we are going to a rave. I know, trust me, I'm judging myself, but got to let go of that inner critic, cuz we're leveling up for this one. We're going to a rave, okay? You're going to be the main character. Doesn't mean you have to be egocentric. Maybe you can be like Napoleon Dynamite. Dance like him too. Okay? We're gonna listen to our bodies tonight. We're gonna party like it's 1999. Next stop, we're going to a rave.

[Julian Lucas]

So before we go downtown and get lost in a blur. Blur. Let's talk a little more about Plur. And rather hear it from me, I want to give a shout out to my friend Julian Lucas, AKA Atlas Black. Actor, producer, EDM artist, host. This man does it all. He's in Minnesota right now. But he was kind enough to send me a vintage video on one of his YouTube channels. And it is an incredible interview with the legendary, the iconic Frankie Bones. Some would say he is pretty much the godfather of American rave culture. But if you get a chance, check out their YouTube channel, the Festival Voice. Again, this was an interview with my friend Julian. And I think Frankie Bones, the legend, can tell you about Plur better than I can, because after all, he invented it. Check this out.

[Tom Schwartz]

Let's get this going.

[Frankie Bones]

All right, so Plur, for instance, let's just start it off by saying, I think Jesus, Elvis, John F. Kennedy, John Lennon, they were all doing peace, love, uni, respect, before I did it. I can't really claim it. People were peaceful before. There was some love, there was some unity, some respect, all right? But in the rape scene, plural, okay? As we know it. So in 1990, we designed something called. Well, with Storm Rave, as we were building raves, the peace, love, unity movement. So it was plum, you know, and plum's like a fruit. My grandma used to be like, yo, everything's peachy keen. Peachy keen. Like, what the hell does that mean? You know? So, like, anyway, so plum being The Peace, Love, Unity movement. Why it was movement and not respect was because in the beginning, the scene didn't need respect because it didn't exist yet.

[Julian Lucas]

So.

[Frankie Bones]

So we were pushing this Peace, Love, Unity movement through Storm, rave, through the raids we were doing. And you know, when this fight broke out in 1993, July 24, I remember the date. Now, I usually don't remember the date. People were like, that's later on. But from 90 to 93, it was plum. And the night the fight broke out, the movement was established in New York and most of America had a rave scene. So basically this night in 1993, the R was added as the spec rather than movement, because the movement was already established. So how I know all of this is because if you go back in the history of the Internet, I say Internet, I know it's Internet, but hyperreal, which was a online user, it was an Internet thing that was around since 1994, I believe it could be 93 when the Internet first started. Nobody was on the Internet in 1993, but hyper real, you know, 95, 96, they had a little network with their college friends and they would talk about raids and promote raids and. And then if you look it up, hyper real, you'll see two definitions of flirta. Come on. The first one's by a young kid who gives me total credit. And then the second one was by this girl Laura, who ran hyperreal, I think, and basically right there and then kind of shut me down. No, Frankie had nothing to do with it. He used to say peace, love, unity, but he never said respect or this and that, and that's.

[David Paul]

Nah.

[Julian Lucas]

No.

[Frankie Bones]

What's his girl's name? Laura De Gass. Well, I don't even. Laura something. You'll see it on there. And I'm coming from you, Laura, all these years later, wanted to tell you, you remember I gave you that wreckage. Peace, Love, Unity. And it was on the From Brooklyn With Love ep. Let me slow down, calm down. Yeah, Peace, Love, Unity is a track. You can look this up on YouTube. It's a track. It's the storm race story. You know, it's like basically 1993.

[Julian Lucas]

Well, kind of nervous. This is it, you guys. I've called the Uber. We're locked in, got the SUV coming. I'm on the roof right now, about to have one beer and yeah, I got butterflies in my belly. I know I'm a grown ass man, but I've never been to a rave. A million concerts, festivals, yes, but I've never been to a Proper Los Angeles underground rave. So, yeah, I'm a little nervous. Okay. Go easy on me. I'm getting older, but I'm doing this. My brother's gonna come with me. Rob, how you feeling about going to your first rave?

[Frankie Bones]

Hey, man.

[Rob]

What up, T? I'm feeling great. I'm excited, I'm pumped up. I'm ready for the music, the lights, and I haven't been to one yet, so I'm ready and I'm ready to go right now.

[Julian Lucas]

Yes, we're doing the damn thing. We're a duo. The dynamic duo tonight. And you guys know Bert's sober now, but he is well mastered his sobriety, so you don't have to worry about him relapsing or any shit like that. But we're gonna go have fun. We're gonna dance, we're gonna party like it's 1999. And, yeah, I'm nervous.

[David Paul]

I just wanted to check in.

[Julian Lucas]

You guys are coming with me. Oh, yeah. You're coming with me. Try to get some sound bites there. We'll see what happens. I don't know, but we're doing it. We're saying yes to the great unknown. Okay, Next stop, my first rave.

[Nervous Raver]

Okay, so, you guys, sometimes things don't go as planned. I'm a little nervous. I'm not gonna lie. I never get nervous, but I've never been to a rave before, so. You hear that? Yeah, I know. You're right here with me. We're doing the damn thing, though, for science. Yes. Hopefully I. I can get interview with the guy who throws this. If not, that's okay, too, but I'm gonna let you guys vibe out with me for a second. Ready? I don't know if we can play this. I don't want to get copyright stricken. Yeah, man. All right, I'm gonna pick back up.

[David Paul]

David, we're rolling. We're live, brother.

[Rave Culture Advocate]

What's up?

[Tom Schwartz]

Okay. What's up, dude?

[David Paul]

Listen, you guys, this is my friend, David Paul.

[Julian Lucas]

Dj, producer, vocalist, dear friend, the man.

[Tom Schwartz]

What is up, David, man, It's good to be here, bro. I'm excited that you're doing this, dude. It's been cool to see to see this grow over the last couple months. And, yeah, it's awesome, man. Congrats.

[David Paul]

I'm fresh off of my first underground rave. It's from this company, this guy Dennis, who I met through a mutual friend. Do you know him?

[Tom Schwartz]

Friends?

[David Paul]

Yeah. Yeah, it was awesome. By the way, I've been to a ton of concerts, many different festivals. Lightning in a bottle Coachella, the list goes on. And this was my first quote, unquote, underground rave. And it was literally under a bridge off Pico in downtown Lake.

[Tom Schwartz]

Those are the best.

[David Paul]

I was like, I gotta be honest, David, I was a little nervous just cause, like, I don't know, I'm getting older now. I'm feeling a little dusty, not washed up, but I'm just like, am I too old to be going to an underground rave? And I gotta say, it was absolutely beautifully executed. It was really fun. I just learned about this philosophy in rave culture called plur. Do you know the acronym?

[Tom Schwartz]

Yeah. Peace, love, unity, respect.

[David Paul]

That's right. And I felt all that shit the moment I walked in. I gotta say, once I was there, I was at ease almost immediately. The music was really good. Three stages, it was ran efficiently, security at the door, and it felt very legit, you know, it wasn't seedy at all. I felt very safe.

[Tom Schwartz]

Yeah, yeah, they do a really good job. I mean, well, one, you know, the culture is very inclusive. I mean, I remember, you know, going to like, my first event, you know, that I. Same sort of thing. It was like a warehouse party in Santa Monica and it started at like 2:00am, you know, and I was like, oh, like, what? What am I walking into? And yeah, like, security was dialed. Everybody's very respectful. People are just there to like, have a good time, commingle, coexist. And, you know, you're standing amongst like, doctors and lawyers and, you know, people, influencers and whoever. And like, everybody's kind of on the same level.

[David Paul]

Yeah, like, you feel a sense of. I felt a great sense of oneness and yeah, I got to say, like, yeah, a lot of people have a preconceived notion of what a rave might be. Like, it's kind of stigmatized, maybe even a little seedy. You know, stranger danger, drugs, alcohol. But like, I don't know, man, I got to be honest, like, I had one vodka soda and one Modelo. There was never a line at the bar, like, no one was really drinking. Everyone was just vibing, dancing. There was a silent disco. And yeah, I think every. Every just. It seemed like people were. Were just high on life. And of course, you know, some people were rolling their balls off and whatnot. But like, I feel like it was done responsibly. And I feel like people are more. More mindful than ever when they do consume drugs, you know, with testing kits that are readily available now. And man, it. It was magical.

[Tom Schwartz]

Yeah, it's. It's something else, man. I Mean, you know, being. Being on the production and performance side of it. And when I meet people and I tell them, you know, what I do and I say, I make like groovy house music. And they say, oh, like techno, it's like, well, it's not exactly techno. Like, there's kind of this, like, overarching, like you said, stigma around what the music is and what the culture is. And, you know, I stopped drinking five years ago and I had some apprehension about kind of getting back into this world a little bit. And one thing I've noticed is a lot of people on a professional level, they don't really around, like, they're, they're there to do a job and like, everybody has a good time, but they're like, you said, there's a level of respect. There's a level of like, you know, treating others with respect and treating yourself with. With respect. And of course, you get some bad apples here and there. You know, there's always somebody that ruins it for. For people.

[David Paul]

No, that's, That's. I'm glad you touched on that. Because, listen, it's not all rainbows and unicorns. Like people attend concerts and people, most almost people are good. I firmly believe that. But there's always going to be some shitty. Some bad apples in the mix too. But for the most part, it felt very safe and like you said, very, very inclusive and very welcoming.

[Tom Schwartz]

Did you feel like not knowing the music and sort of. Because I'm sure there's a lot of stuff that was like, you know, you're hearing for the first time and a lot of these guys that play it, you know. I think my friend Julian played this, the event on Saturday, Atlas Black. And I know he was prepping the set with a lot of unreleased music. Did you feel like it was sort of eye opening to be in that space and hearing all this new stuff and you're like. You're like, whoa, this is like crazy. Textures and sounds and shit that I've never heard before. Was it like. Was it sort of a. I don't know, like a growth experience?

[David Paul]

I mean, yeah, I. Listen, I was outside of my comfort zone. Way outside of my comfort zone. But I'm glad I went and I danced.

[Julian Lucas]

Okay.

[David Paul]

If I had to rate myself, my performance, I'd give myself a 6.5 out of 10 because I didn't really commit to the dance. Like, I was. I was, you know, like doing the back and forth shuffle, bopping my head.

[Tom Schwartz]

And really, I was gonna say, did you shuffle?

[David Paul]

I did. I shuffled I smoked one Marlboro Light and I don't even smoke cigarettes. But it just felt right in the moment. And I had a good time. But, yeah, I didn't fully let loose. If I had one regret, I kind of wish I would have let a little bit more loose. But I also felt like I wanted to do some interviews, but the thing is, I never really did any because everyone was just having such a good time. And so in the moment that I didn't want to pull people away. Totally. And one thing I'll know, another thing that was really refreshing is, you know, like, sometimes you'll see a video from a concert. Like, Drake is performing in Europe right now. And in the video, literally every single person in the audience has their phone out and is recording. And then the caption is almost a meme now. It's like, not a phone in sight. Everyone just living in the moment, you know that meme.

[Tom Schwartz]

Exactly.

[David Paul]

It's like there was. That's how it was, though. Like, I didn't see a cell phone the whole time I was at this concert, and I thought that was a vibe.

[Tom Schwartz]

Yeah. There's this weird. There's this weird thing now where people just kind of stand and watch the DJ or film the DJ or the person performing, and it's like, well, we're there to dance, right? There's got to be a healthy balance of both. And that's why, I mean, a lot of places, I think it's happening more in Europe, but they're doing no phone policies where they put your phone in a bag and you just go in to enjoy the music. Like, they used to do it like underground raves back in, like, the 90s and stuff like that, you know?

[David Paul]

Yeah. Which I. Which I do respect and appreciate, but at the same time, I like to have access to my phone. But I get it. I totally get what they're going for, and it does make a huge difference in the vibe.

[Tom Schwartz]

It's nice to have the option.

[David Paul]

Yeah, it's nice to have the option. But, yeah, I gotta say, I don't think I saw one person recording a concert while I was there. Everyone was just grooving and hanging out with their friends, and it felt. Yeah, it felt like a energy fantasy, you know?

[Tom Schwartz]

Yeah, dude, it's. It really. You know, I try to. I try to. It's such a. I mean, you talked about this in the. In your first episode, but like, with, you know, microdosing of mushrooms, like set and setting, I think it's just as important with. With music. You Know, and especially this kind of music, because it's easy to. To put it all under the same umbrella. And really, there's so many, like, facets of electronic dance music. And I think once you experience it the way that it's supposed to be experienced, I mean, there's people that have never been to a festival before, they go to a festival and it changes their life, you know? And it sounds like you kind of had a similar experience this weekend.

[David Paul]

Yeah, no, I've witnessed it. I've been a part of a concert that saved someone's marriage. MDMA may have played a part in that, which we know was initially synthesized for couples therapy, but we're gonna do a whole episode on that. But no, I've seen concerts that have firsthand changed people's lives.

[Tom Schwartz]

Yeah, music is healing, man. It really is on so many levels, you know?

[David Paul]

Yeah, it was something special. Speaking of music, brother, where can we find your latest music? When is it dropping? Where are you spinning next? Where the fuck can we find you, David, man?

[Tom Schwartz]

Well, I'm hoping we get a brunch on the books pretty soon.

[David Paul]

TomTom Brunch. We'll get a TomTom Brunch in the books.

[Tom Schwartz]

Yeah, I'm hoping we do that. I've got a few things lined up. I've actually been talking to Dennis about doing Dennis and Cam, who both run Framed about doing some stuff with them. So hopefully I'll get up to. I'm in Orange county, so hopefully I get up your way and, you know, we can rock a set. And all my music is on Spotify. David Paul, you can follow me on Instagram at. David Paul made that. And I'm dropping music pretty regularly. If it's not a official release on Spotify, it's a free download or something that, you know, you just throw on and, you know, a lot of remixes and stuff like that go up on my Soundcloud.

[Rave Culture Advocate]

So.

[David Paul]

Yeah, man, let's go. You know what? You're gonna around and bring dj. I'm sorry. Out of retirement. I might dust off the decks for you, Paul.

[Tom Schwartz]

For two years now. Let's go.

[David Paul]

I'm gonna come out of retirement for you. Well, I appreciate your time, brother. I'm excited to see you spin again. And any parting words for someone who's maybe on the fence or a little nervous or apprehensive about going to, like, an underground rave, I would say just.

[Tom Schwartz]

Go and experience it and don't have any expectations. Just keep an open mind. You know, my. My cousin had never really experienced electronic music. And she went and saw Fred again, and she went by herself and she had a great time, and it was like super eye opening. And I mean, I don't know. I like to do stuff by myself sometimes. If you just go, like, you're going to make friends, you're going to meet people, it's going to be fun, and you're going to leave with a whole new outlook on music and even life potentially.

[David Paul]

I love that. And even for the people out there who, I guess I'm an extroverted introvert, but some people out there might feel nervous in big crowds or they're just worried about how. How they might be perceived going alone. You guys, no one cares. No one's watching. Dance like you want to dance.

[Tom Schwartz]

And judgment zone.

[David Paul]

Exactly. That's how I want to end on that. That's perfectly stated. It's a no judgment zone. And I appreciate you, brother.

[Tom Schwartz]

Thank you, man. Good to reconnect, dude.

[David Paul]

Hell yeah.

[Rave Culture Advocate]

All right, all right.

[David Paul]

Thank you. Thank you, David.

[Julian Lucas]

Well, guys, I want to thank you for joining me.

[Rave Culture Advocate]

Another episode of Detox Ret. So much fun.

[Julian Lucas]

I'm sorry I didn't record more at the concert.

[Rave Culture Advocate]

It was so loud that it just.

[Julian Lucas]

Wasn'T realistic, even if I went off in the cut. But I had such a good time. I'm glad I said yes. Take some chances. Get out of your comfort zone.

[Rave Culture Advocate]

Tickets were $35, VIP 65, and it was awesome.

[Julian Lucas]

There was all kinds of vendors there selling shirts, jewelry at the full bar, although no one was really line for the bar.

[Rave Culture Advocate]

And, man, it's.

[Julian Lucas]

It was a vibe.

[David Paul]

It was a vibe.

[Julian Lucas]

I was a little nervous going down.

[Rave Culture Advocate]

There, I'm not gonna lie.

[Julian Lucas]

But once I walked in, I just felt the peace flowing through the the floor, man. Like, there was a vibration in there. Like, not to get too gushy here on you guys. But I felt the love radiating. Lots of smiles. A very warm welcome, even though I.

[David Paul]

Didn'T know anybody there.

[Julian Lucas]

Like, there was a sense of unity and just everyone kind of moving as one. Not so literally, you know, everyone was off doing their own thing in their little groups, but it didn't feel clicky at all. Inclusive and. Yeah, man, respect the golden rule. Plur. Can you dig it? Will you dig it? You guys want to go to a.

[Rave Culture Advocate]

Concert with me.

[Frankie Bones]

Man?

[Julian Lucas]

I had such a good time, and I'm very grateful for everyone who took time out of their schedules to come vibe out with me. And a special shout out to the festival voice on YouTube. And Julian Frankie Bones, if you want to check out that full clip. It's on their YouTube, the Festival Voice. Really great interview with a living legend, Frankie Bones. You guys, this might just be like a precursor episode. I think we're gonna go a little deeper next time, film it, and I'm gonna fully commit. You know, I was more or less sober for this one, and I guess I was in journalist mode. But we're gonna do it again, we're gonna film it, and I'm going deep next time. I'm going full blur, guys.

[Rave Culture Advocate]

Believe you one.

[Julian Lucas]

One last thing. I was listening. The title of the creator's new album. I think it's called Don't Tap the Glass. And I was jamming out and I thought of something. I still had some inhibitions at the rave, you know, like I wasn't in my head, but I wasn't like, letting loose. And I was a little disappointed in myself. I mean, I was grooving, but like, very modestly grooving.

[David Paul]

And I liked.

[Rave Culture Advocate]

I liked what he said in his last post.

[Julian Lucas]

So if you guys are cool, I'll leave you with this.

[Rave Culture Advocate]

Before we go, Tyler, the creator, he.

[Julian Lucas]

Said, I asked some of our friends why they don't dance in public. And some said, because the fear of being filmed. I thought, damn. A natural form of expression and a.

[David Paul]

Certain connection they have with music is now a ghost.

[Julian Lucas]

It made me wonder how much of our human spirit got killed because the fear of being a meme. All for having a good time. I just got back from the listening.

[Rave Culture Advocate]

Party for this album.

[Julian Lucas]

Man, it was one of the greatest nights of my life. 300 people, no phones allowed, no cameras.

[Rave Culture Advocate]

Just speakers and a sweat box.

[Julian Lucas]

Everyone was dancing, moving, expressing, sweating. It was truly beautiful.

[David Paul]

And I played the album front to back, twice. It felt like that pent up energy.

[Julian Lucas]

Finally got released and we craved the.

[David Paul]

Idea of letting more of it out there.

[Julian Lucas]

There was a freedom that filled the room, A ball of energy that might not translate to every speaker that plays this album of man, did that room nail it. This album was not made for sitting still, dancing, driving and running. Any type of movement is recommended to maybe understand the spirit of it. And only at full volume.

[David Paul]

I like that.

[Julian Lucas]

And guys, listen, if you want to.

[David Paul]

Chill and be on your phone the whole concert, I'm okay with that too.

[Julian Lucas]

Let people enjoy themselves. If that's what makes them feel safe and happy, then do your thing. No one's judging. But yeah, I'll say it one more time. Get out there and move.

[Rave Culture Advocate]

Groove. Let your soul flow.

[Julian Lucas]

Anyways, love you guys. Checking out till next week.

[Rave Culture Advocate]

Harmony check.

[Julian Lucas]

Living, laughing, loving. All right, talk to you guys soon. Love you.

[Tom Schwartz]

Retoxification complete.