Hi! I'm Federica, I'm a writer, world traveler, and above all, I'm a dance music lover. The communities, culture, history and free expression I've encountered through raving and the world of EDM inspire me to explore the scene far and wide and to share all the stories I encounter along the way. If you see me at a show come say hi and trade kandi!

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Editorial

The Pashmina’s Epic Journey From The Himalayas To The Dancefloor

When thinking of rave fashion, so many trends come to mind–here are timeless staples like Kandi and cyclical trends like tutus and platform...

Festival Report Card

Festival Report Card: Splash House 2024 (Weekend One)

With high energy, high spirits, and even higher temperatures, Splash House Weekend One turned up the heat in Palm Springs. The Margaritaville, Saguaro,...

Editorial

How To Stay Cool In The Heat And Light On Your Feet At Splash House 2024

Splash House is just around the corner, meaning it’s about to get wet and wild in the desert. The renowned Palm Springs pool...

Editorial

2024 Apparently Is The Year Of Nostalgia, But Will Clinging To The Past Fix The Present?

Society appears to be gorging itself on nostalgia lately.  From re-boots and spinoffs of old movies and TV series to a flood of...

Editorial

Did Taylor Swift Fans “Steal” Kandi From The Rave Scene?

Beyond the music, rave culture is defined by traditions that run deep in the genre’s history, and kandi is one of the most...

Editorial

Big Festivals Go Commercial; Others Turn “Transformational” – Why?

If someone asked you to picture a “transformational” festival, what comes to mind? Chances are that, if you’ve heard this term before, your...