In the few weeks since state leaders called for nonessential businesses to shut down, regular events by Hot Mass, Darkness Is Spreading, and In Bed By Ten, as well as some usually hosted at Belvedere's Ultra-Dive, have gone this route.
Thursday, April 02, 2020
Pittsburgh DJs keep the party going with virtual dance events
In the few weeks since state leaders called for nonessential businesses to shut down, regular events by Hot Mass, Darkness Is Spreading, and In Bed By Ten, as well as some usually hosted at Belvedere's Ultra-Dive, have gone this route.
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I was very happy after reading this article because of what the spirit of the article. In today's time, where a pandemic has altered everyone's lives, confined them to their homes, distanced them from their close and loved one, this article talked about a way where people were being presented with the choice of having some fun.
With some limitations in place, DJ's throwing parties virtually to entertain folks at their homes, to keep spirits up and about and giving them reasons to enjoy their time with whom so ever they are quarantining with, is such a thoughtful way of indicating to people that life, in today's time, is not only about being scared or hopeless and that there are still ways for people to enjoy.
I really appreciate what the DJ's have come up with, entertaining folks and being able to do their jobs, which I am sure must be a great feeling, given everything that is happening around them.
I was very happy after reading this article because of what the spirit of the article. In today's time, where a pandemic has altered everyone's lives, confined them to their homes, distanced them from their close and loved one, this article talked about a way where people were being presented with the choice of having some fun.
With some limitations in place, DJ's throwing parties virtually to entertain folks at their homes, to keep spirits up and about and giving them reasons to enjoy their time with whom so ever they are quarantining with, is such a thoughtful way of indicating to people that life, in today's time, is not only about being scared or hopeless and that there are still ways for people to enjoy.
I really appreciate what the DJ's have come up with, entertaining folks and being able to do their jobs, which I am sure must be a great feeling, given everything that is happening around them.
This was a very encouraging article to read. This pandemic has affected literally every aspect of society - and I know a lot of people are hurting from it. I found it encouraging because these DJ’s took on the challenge of having to venture onto a new platform, but that’s how I know that these are incredibly devoted and motivated individuals. I know the loss has been stressful for many people so it's nice to see that a lot of these DJ’s will play for donations and tips online. When I was reading about how one of the DJ’s had to learn how to stream from a phone while also making sure the quality was high enough I just thought of all the teachers who suddenly had to become very close to technology. This event has truly forced many people to learn how to utilize technology to its highest potential.
This is so wholesome, and it's very interesting to see how different kinds of entertainers are adapting to the situation and still continuing with performances and giving to their fans. I know a lot of people in the EDM and like, house music scene, have favorite DJs and producers, a lot of whom were probably going to perform in upcoming music festivals and raves that have been cancelled, moved, or are now up in the air. Being able to still share their art is sure to help keep a positive attitude for not only the artists, but especially the fans as well, who can watch and listen to their favorite DJ while having a little party at home. I have seen videos circulating the internet of DJs playing music from their apartment or hotel room balconies, and people in the city coming out and dancing from the distance of their own balcony. You are keeping your distance yet at the same time, everybody is on their balcony and enjoying the moment and music together.
It’s been really refreshing to see how this pandemic is being dealt with within communities. This article is talking about local DJ’s in Pittsburgh, and how all they have been hosting online party rooms for all their regular attendees. In places such as Italy people having been going out on their balconies and playing music for each other, playing music with each other, doing workouts with each other. I have even noticed in my neighborhood that just yesterday someone gave a nice little jazz trumpet concert for the neighbors to enjoy. It is refreshing to see that people are figuring out how to make the most out of our current situation. It is refreshing to see such a boost in the sense of community, with all these people coming together while keeping distant from one another. It certainly makes the quarantine more tolerable. Regardless, I still hope that this whole pandemic blows over soon, it is truly heartbreaking to see the numbers continue to climb higher and higher. I frequently check the statistics and it is truly depressing to see the graphs and the numbers climb so high and so fast.
Good on these DJs for taking the initiative to bring this experience to their audiences. Coronavirus has affected more aspects of life than ever. I love how the article cites mental health as such a big propellor for this endeavor. I have certainly seen a lot of people promoting resources to combat depression and other mental health concerns that tend to arise with isolation and stagnance, but what these folks are doing is a whole different level; taking matters into their own conscientious hands to share their art with the public. Additionally, this allows them to keep doing their jobs while servicing those who would support them, which is great for them, being able to maintain their livelihood. I can almost see their fans dancing in their own homes, enjoying an art that would be lost in this pandemic without the aid of advanced technology, and it is such a sweet image that it really helps to lift my spirits.
This is such a wonderful thing that the Pittsburgh djs are live streaming dance parties! I think now more than ever we need music and dance to not only keep us busy but to bring us together. Music is such a powerful tool to bring people together and that is so important right now. Some of the Djs were saying that they worry about people being depressed and so they are trying to do everything in their power to help keep people happy . Another great thing that is coming out of this tough situation is that it has given these DJs a chance to explore new types of music and remixes that might not fit into their regular gigs. One DJ was saying that he uses all of his same equipment to mix with and just records it with some kind of audio quality enhancement. It is amazing what technology can help us do. I think everyone could use to let loose and have a dance party right now.
I think this is a very strong idea and a way to allow people to stay connected, supports artists and musicians allowing them to create and make an income, and continues to generate interest for these bars and clubs that will want the traffic once this is all over. Finding ways to support artists best during this time is so important while also creating community. This quote from Sarah Huny is one that really stood out to me because it speaks to that community that I think we direly need in this time: “I said at the very beginning of our quarantine measures that, along with concern about losing people to this virus, I was also worried about losing people to depression… So these livestreams give us an opportunity to commune with each other over music — a universal language — and remind us that although we're shuttered in, we're not alone.” This reminds me how crucial it is to stay connected, to check in on people, to remember that in this situation we are all people going through something and we need to seek one another for support, even if we can’t do so physically. Music’s power to connect people is incredible, but our power to connect with one another is even more astonishing.
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