Pulsewidth 02: The City That Never Syncs

My second column is up at NYU Local. The topic is raves, both the silent and traditional kind:

"[U]nlike your indie rock event, where even nodding along is discouraged, this should not be a spectator sport. There’s no reason to feel self-conscious—aside from a handful of skilled individuals, no one at these things can actually dance. The emphasis is definitely on enthusiasm, rather than proficiency."

Read the rest here. Some more selections below