Monica Brice

The Bass Club is a local DMV event company dedicated to creating unique EDM experiences throughout Virginia and the surrounding area. The company has become known for supporting emerging and local artists who have cultivated strong audiences while developing their own distinct sound, skills, and creative identities. These events are especially impactful within the DMV because they create space for women and up-and-coming artists who are often underrepresented in the local electronic music...

There’s something about the electronic music industry that has always felt a little strange to me, especially when it comes to how music is used during live performances. DJs can build entire moments, reactions, and crowd energy using music created by other artists, and somehow that has become completely normalized. While support from bigger names can absolutely help an artist grow, there’s also a side of this culture that deserves a more honest conversation and exposure. At its core, it...

This article is about the singer Zara Larsson and how she brought back the meaning of fan support to events.