Dance Music for Democracy (DM4D) has formally launched with a mission to unite the vitality of the digital dance music (EDM) scene with the important activity of voter registration. Concentrating on legions of EDM followers, DM4D is on a mission to get younger individuals to the polls and enhance electoral participation within the upcoming elections.
A Los Angeles-based, non-partisan non-profit group, DM4D is devoted to amplifying voices within the voting cubicles—simply as EDM amplifies the beats that transfer us all. The initiative kicks off with its flagship occasion, Beats for Change, on October 16 at The Mint, Los Angeles, that includes reside units from EDM icons DJ Kristina Sky, DJ Karmå, and Vassal States. The evening can even honor the late DJ Danny Stubbs with a particular tribute, making certain the occasion is charged with each music and which means. The celebrity-studded launch could have appearances from business abilities like cinematographer Akis Konstantakopoulos, actress Rosanna Arquette, and DJ Kristina Sky, amongst many others.
With a imaginative and prescient of mixing high-energy music occasions with on-site voter registration, DM4D is making it simpler than ever for followers to hitch the motion. Partnering with HeadCount, a frontrunner in voter registration efforts, attendees can register each on-line and on the occasion, ensuring the vitality of the evening interprets into tangible motion on the polls.
Dance for democracy evening
The initiative will launch with Beats for Change on the iconic venue, The Mint in Los Angeles on October 16, beginning at 8 PM. The evening will characteristic reside units from trailblazing DJs Kristina Sky, DJ Karmå, and Vassal States. A particular tribute shall be held for the late DJ Danny Stubbs, whose latest passing deeply affected the dance music group. Anticipate extra shock visitors to be introduced. The present is eighteen+ to make sure that it reaches the important younger voter demographic. The Mint is positioned at 6010 West Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90035. Tickets will be bought on-line.
The occasion can even host a spread of movie star visitors together with cinematographer Akis Konstantakopoulos (The Chosen), musician Alexander Parlee (single Raised within the Woods), Heather Medway (THE FEAR collection), Bobbie Carradine (REVENGE OF THE NERDS), Brett Pierce (Caught within the Center), Bourke Floyd (Dawson’s Creek), director Carlos Carrera, Christian Attempt (musician with new single Be the Mild produced by Danny Stubbs), De’voreaux White (DIE HARD), Danny Medici (ANYWHERE BUT HERE), Eddie Bowz (NYPD Blue), Eric and Eliza Roberts, DJ Kristina Sky, DJ Karmå, Roger Rose, Rosanna Arquette (DESPERATELY SEEKING SUSAN, PULP FICTION), TikTok influencer Sam Vicchiollo, Sheridan Pierce (Pricey White Individuals), and DJs Vassal States.
DM4D goals to convey collectively individuals from all walks of life—creators, advocates, followers—underneath one roof to defend democracy whereas having fun with the perfect EDM has to supply. With reside performances, digital outreach, and grassroots efforts, they hope to ignite a wave of civic duty amongst dance music lovers throughout the nation.
Unleash the rhythm magic
The DM4D Board is stacked with expertise and energy gamers, every bringing their very own taste to the combination. Main the cost alongside Greg Sims is monetary wizard Nick Mayberry, a enterprise advisor and entrepreneur who’s helped giants like Adobe, Google, and Credit score Karma. However don’t let the company credentials idiot you—Mayberry’s all in regards to the beats. His go-to DJs? Aluna, D.O.D, Sonny Fodera, Tensnake, and The Blessed Madonna. Discuss style!
After which there’s Artwork Cisneros, the legendary tour supervisor who’s virtually been on tour with everybody. We’re speaking Neil Diamond, Barry Manilow, Jane’s Habit, The Go-Go’s, and Van Halen’s very personal David Lee Roth. With a resume like that, Cisneros clearly is aware of how you can get the occasion began—and his favourite DJ lineup proves it: Alesso, Calvin Harris, Avicii, and Zedd. No surprise he’s on board!
Movie government Brett Leitner brings some critical cred too, having labored with New Line Cinema and HBO earlier than heading distribution at Music Selection. And whereas he admits to being a bit “old skool,” don’t be stunned for those who catch him jamming out to DJ Jellybean Benitez or Avicii. Rounding out the crew is actor and broadcaster Roger Rose, a scion of the well-known Rose household who’s received leisure in his blood. With this group on the helm, DM4D is able to hit the bottom working and get these beats—and voters—pumping!
Register your voice on-line
For these unable to attend, DM4D gives on-line voter registration on their web site, ensuring everybody has the chance to have their voice heard—on and off the dance ground.
For extra data and occasion tickets, go to the DM4D web site.
