Lastly, yes, the techno scene does scratch that itch for atmosphere and psychedelia. I've been to a few techno parties and was surprised by the striking similarities to that '00s sound.
I think the main goal for this kind of symbolic actions is to raise awareness. Only the fact that we are now here discussing about the problem, is a big success, imho.
Should they also do, not only symbolic but also considerable actions? The hell they should.
But that doesn’t make the first point moot.
Since last week, I started leaving my macbook at the office. That made me to spent more time to other hobbies, and except a couple of times where I felt I really needed it (import photos from the camera, etc), the week was quite fine without it.
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Though more progressive and tribal than the others, Antix's "Lull" album epitomized the early '00s sound for me.
Minilogue managed to keep the vibe alive a bit longer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qgiL7lsIATA
Lastly, yes, the techno scene does scratch that itch for atmosphere and psychedelia. I've been to a few techno parties and was surprised by the striking similarities to that '00s sound.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87y49RmWJeg