Here’s What 10 Headliners Look Like When They’re Not at Festivals
We all journey down different paths in our daily lives. Some of us are nurses, others are truck drivers, IT specialists, surgical technicians and students, to name a few. When we venture to a festival, however, we remove our costumes and transform into truer versions of ourselves, meeting in a world that allows us to leave all our worries (and boring-ass clothes) behind.
Insomniac celebrates #TransformationTuesday by asking 10 unique Headliners to discuss their lives in and out of uniform.
Headliner: Savage Solace (Nicole)
Profession: Communication design student
Why do you love dance music culture?
I fell in love with this culture the moment I walked through the doors of this little warehouse back in 2009. The environment immediately takes over your senses. The positive vibes engulf you, and the feeling is so unique that you have to experience it to believe it.
How does the culture influence your daily life?
Being a performer for these events is truly breathtaking when you get to escape reality, transform into a character, and gaze over a sea of people who are all unified for the experience. Seeing thousands of people smiling back at you is enough to make anyone swoon over the magic of it all.
Headliner: Cynthia
Profession: US Navy veteran/surgical technician
Why do you love dance music culture?
EDM has been a universal language at every place I’ve traveled to. The culture is so liberating and gives people a way to escape reality, even if it’s just for a few hours. Being at a festival feels like all the worries and troubles of the world are gone. When words fail, music speaks.
How does the culture influence your daily life?
I listen to EDM from the moment I wake up, and it really motivates me! I love that even when I’m having a bad day, I can listen to a certain track and relive memories of awesome nights with amazing people! It reminds me of how much I’ve been through and how lucky I am to be where I am today.
Headliner: Zaq
Profession: IT specialist
Why do you love dance music culture?
I love that this culture can bring many people from opposite walks of life together with love and respect for each other. Expression and acceptance is what life is about, and this culture really embodies that.
How does the culture influence your daily life?
Everyday, EDM blasts through my headphones, keeping me amped, positive and motivated to take on day-to-day challenges.
Headliner: Robert
Profession: Tow truck driver
Why do you love dance music culture?
It puts a smile on my face everyday from dusk to dawn! It keeps me in a positive state of mind and motivates me to get through my day.
How does the culture influence your daily life?
This culture really influences how I treat people. I always try to respect people and help out those who need it. I truly believe that EDM found me and made me into a better person.
Headliner: Koneko
Profession: Grocery store clerk
Why do you love dance music culture?
I love this culture because I feel like I can be myself and not worry about others judging me. It not only helped me to be accepting of others, but also to have the confidence to accept myself.
How does the culture influence your daily life?
Being part of the dance music culture for 13 years has definitely shaped the kind of person I am. It reminds me to be understanding and compassionate towards other people.
Headliner: Nicole
Profession: Nurse
Why do you love dance music culture?
I’ve never seen a group of people so genuinely accepting and loving of others. We’re more than just fans—we’re a family united by the same passion for music. It’s beautiful to think that even if you get lost at an event, you’ll never feel alone.
How does the culture influence your daily life?
Rave culture has shown me that it’s okay to be yourself. It’s okay to be as crazy, wild, silly, nerdy, and free-spirited as you want to be. As a nurse—and as a person—I’m not in a position to judge. We are all human, and we are all worthy of love.
Headliner: Tammy
Profession: Digital marketing manager at a tech startup
Why do you love dance music culture?
I’ve been attending dance music festivals for the past three years. I love this culture because it makes me feel blissful and free, as if I’ve escaped the real world. Moreover, it’s a judgment-free zone. There are no critics, and girls rarely get hit on, as most people attend these events for the spectacular music and stress-free atmosphere.
How does the culture influence your daily life?
It encourages me to not only listen to the mainstream music, but to get out there and find out more about up-and-coming artists. EDM also motivates me during my workout sessions and keeps me focused at work.
Headliner: Roro
Profession: Private chauffeur for wine tours
Why do you love dance music culture?
I love EDM culture because EDM culture loves me. The people are caring and accepting. I can be myself and feel complete happiness in a world full of hate and negativity.
How does the culture influence your daily life?
EDM culture influences me on a daily basis by reminding me that every human being deserves compassion and love. The more love each of us puts in, the more we all benefit society as a whole.
Headliner: Samantha
Profession: Customer service representative
Why do you love dance music culture?
I love this culture because it allows me to express myself completely without fear of judgment. It gives me a sense of family, unity and love, which is something I’ve always dreamed of.
How does the culture influence your daily life?
Everyday, I try to set an example of what PLUR should be. I live to spread pure good vibes!
Headliner: Nate
Profession: Security supervisor for the EPA
Why do you love dance music culture?
I love this culture because it consists of people who have lived extraordinarily difficult lives, yet have the resilience to carry on and the spirit to do so with smiles on their faces and love in their hearts… and of course, that BASS!
How does the culture influence your daily life?
This culture breathed life back into me. Since becoming part of this community, I have strived to become an all-around better person at the end of every day.
If you would like the chance to celebrate Transformation Tuesday with Insomniac, please email your best transformation photos to [email protected].
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