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Inside Clubbing
Sensual Experiments in the Art of Being Human
Inside Clubbing puts the spotlight on club culture - in all its sweaty
visceral and seductive glory. Moving from hip-hop clubs to fetish events
and beyond, the author guides us through the expansive spectrum of the
contemporary club experience. Drawing on interviews with clubbers from
a variety of backgrounds, the author dispels myths and offers new insights
in the clubbing scene. Contrary to popular perception, for example,
clubbing is not just for youths. The clubbers in Inside Clubbing range
from mid-twenties to their mid-fifties. Many have been on the scene
for years and offer a historical perspective on changes over the last
decade. The range of clubs and clubbers discussed also demonstrates
the diversity of club culture - it's more than just an ecstasy fuelled
dance scene. Taking us to into queer, trance, Asian, techno, drum n
bass and sex clubs-among others - Inside Clubbing explores the real
practice of clubbing. It looks at what people experience and how it
affects them, as well as their values and concerns - from friendship
and community to drugs, the body and life outside the clubbing space.
This book breaks new ground in offering us the most balanced and sophisticated
understanding of the club scene to date.
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