Plur Rave

Rave culture is a family of positive energy, an open platform to celebrate life, love and music. Its core principles are peace, love, unity and respect.

In 1990, New York DJ Frankie Bones launched the Peace Love Unity Movement and stopped a warehouse rave when a fight broke out – emphasizing the value of respect. Since then, PLUR has grown into an internationally-known movement.

PLUR

PLUR is an acronym that stands for peace, love, unity, and respect – a message many in the rave community have adopted.

Although PLUR may appear as just an acronym, its deeper significance cannot be underestimated. This motto serves to express people’s values and demonstrate that they are accepting of others while also helping them maintain peace and contentment in their daily lives.

The exact origins of PLUR remain uncertain, but it is widely believed to have started around 1990 when rave culture was just starting in America. This counterculture brought positive attention to a community which had often been subjected to negative media coverage at that time.

Rave culture emerged out of a need for anti-establishment spaces and events that promote peace, love, unity, and respect. These underground locations provided refuge to many those who felt outcasts or unwelcome elsewhere.

DJ Frankie Bones played a pivotal role in this movement, popularizing its motto of PLUR to become an acronym familiar to everyone in the rave community. As the first person to popularize it, his message quickly spread throughout the EDM scene.

He was also known for breaking up fights at warehouse raves. At one particular gathering, a fight broke out and he stopped his set to shout into the mic: “If you don’t show some peace, love and unity I’ll break your faces!”

At that moment, he created PLUR as a way to express his feelings of solidarity and love for his community. At his next event, he pledged never to stop spreading the message of PLUR.

Since its inception in the early 1990s, PLUR has evolved into an entire movement and philosophy that is now embedded in both rave culture and EDM music. Even three decades later, this phrase still holds strong within both communities – rave culture and EDM music culture alike.

Kandi

If you’ve ever attended a rave or EDM festival, you may recall seeing many people wearing beaded bracelets, necklaces and other accessories with vibrant colors and patterns. These pieces are known as kandi and play an integral role in the culture of raves.

Kandi bracelets are composed of beads strung together and come in various types such as single-cuffed, double-cuffed or even 3D cuffs. You can customize them with letter beads to spell out phrases or names or even add charms or unique beads for extra special effects.

Personalizing your kandi is a fantastic way to express yourself and create something truly unique! However, remember to always act with respect when trading kandi with others at raves or music festivals.

Kandi has a longstanding and respected tradition within the electronic dance music (EDM) scene. However, its activities have had an adverse impact on this community as many venues have banned it due to concerns that it promotes drug use.

Kandi culture has evolved significantly over time, and now there are many people dedicated to crafting bracelets. They serve as a wonderful way for people to connect and form friendships.

They can even be considered works of art, featuring intricate patterns and specialty beads. Keep them close to remember all the wonderful times shared with fellow ravers – it’s important to keep them around!

Kandi remains an integral part of today’s EDM scene. You can find them in all sizes and shapes at raves and festivals, plus there are even tutorials online on how to craft your own.

Kandi may have received some bad press, but it remains an essential part of rave culture that allows ravers to express themselves and connect with other people. Plus, it can be a fun way to make new friends and enjoy time at a rave!

One of the most popular activities ravers do at raves is trading their kandi. They will approach another person wearing lots of kandi and give a “PLUR” handshake – which translates to “please, let’s trade!” This can be an enjoyable way for everyone to meet new people!

Drugs

Drugs used in rave culture are usually illegal and can have a negative impact on those taking them. Ecstasy (also called molly) is the most popular substance among ravers, but other substances are taken as well.

MDMA (ecstasy) is an ergoline-like drug that produces various effects such as enhanced feelings of pleasure and emotional warmth. It fosters strong connections with others, creating a sense of community.

However, ecstasy can lead to serious and even fatal health issues when misused, such as impaired judgment and psychosis. Therefore, it is recommended that ravers not use the drug for extended periods of time or on a regular basis.

At festivals, several drugs can be purchased and mixed together for a more potent “high.” Research has found that 18% of festival goers mix two drugs and 12% mix three or more, potentially leading to fatal overdoses.

Ecstasy is the most commonly taken drug at raves, which affects serotonin and dopamine levels. This may lead to various effects such as dilated pupils, twitching of arms and legs, dizziness and disorientation.

Other drugs commonly used in rave culture include marijuana, cocaine, D-lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) and phencyclidine (PCP). All of these have different side effects and should not be taken on a regular basis.

Ravers often know they may be taking drugs, yet fail to consider the risks involved with doing so, according to The Harm Reduction Coalition. This could result in a lack of safety precautions taken.

Another problem is the way drugs are sold at raves. Some vendors may dilute drugs with other substances such as sugar or baking soda, increasing the chance of an overdose for attendees.

As a result, drug testing kits have been introduced to detect illicit substances used at festivals. Organizations like The Loop in Britain offer anonymous drug drops for analysis at a lab; once their results are received by an experienced counselor who will offer guidance and assistance as needed.

Music

Music plays a key role in plur rave, creating an altered state of awareness where participants become submerged in electronic dance music and may lose touch with reality.

Rave culture first developed in the United States during the early 1990s as a social movement to provide people with an outlet from violence and fear. Its main motto was PLUR (Peace Love Unity Respect).

PLUR was created with the goal of making music events inclusive for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation or socioeconomic status. Additionally, it created a sense of community among attendees from various backgrounds.

Contrary to other musical subcultures, raver violence is uncommon and everyone tends to get along well. In fact, many ravers will even attempt to bring this attitude outside the scene into their real lives and communities.

Many people consider PLUR their core belief system. It motivates them to attend events and parties, keeping them dancing until dawn.

When it comes to music, PLUR requires it be upbeat and positive. It must also lack any explicit lyrics.

Furthermore, the music should not be too loud or slow. It must also be easy to listen to so that everyone has a pleasant experience.

Although PLUR is an integral part of rave culture, it also has its drawbacks. Drugs used during these events have the potential for overdoses or even death.

Some ravers find their drug use can actually detract from their experiences at these events. Therefore, it is vital to be aware of PLUR rules and to comprehend them before attending a rave.

PLUR is a way to convey that everyone at a dance festival feels welcome and secure. It also shows others you’re not afraid to let loose and have some fun.

Ravers often express their PLUR spirit by trading Kandi bracelets. These decorative items feature round pony beads and letters spelling out “Kandi,” making them the perfect way to show someone you appreciate their attendance at the party.