Welcome back to Rave Culture Cast! After a break this Summer, I'm back to share some major updates on some major life changes, career growth and the future of my podcast 👀It's been a wild journey since this all began in April 2019. I'm excited to take a look back at how this all began and what direction I'm headed in next 💙Thank you to all my RaveCasters for listening and supporting over the past 5 years 🫶➡️ Catch my radio show on Insomniac Radio ONE every Monday - Friday from 5-7pm PST and Saturdays 9am - 12pm PST! https://insomniacradio.com/

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Bonnaroo 2025: The Festival That Ended Too Soon 💔

This was my first Bonnaroo experience and it was memorable to say the least! Although we only got one day on the Farm, it was an incredible start to the weekend and I got the idea of what the Bonnaroo community is all about 🫶

In this festival review, I'm covering:

👉 Travel, Accommodations & First Impressions

👉 My Top Sets & Stages Designs

👉 Food, Drinks & Brand Actviations

👉 Camping & Afters

👉 Weather & Festival Cancellation

I'm super grateful to have gotten the chance to experience Bonnaroo even if it was just for one day!

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This week, I'm joined by Pete Kalamoutsos—the powerhouse promoter and visionary behind Washington D.C.'s thriving electronic music scene! As the founder of Club Glow and Echostage, Pete has helped transform D.C. into a global dance music destination 🌎

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In this episode, we dive into the origin story of Club Glow, how Echostage became a world-renowned venue, launching Project Glow Festival, and his latest role in producing WorldPride DC 2025—the first of its kind in the U.S. Get inspired by Pete’s journey, passion for the scene, and vision for the future of inclusive, large-scale events in dance music 🎶

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• Connect with Pete: https://www.instagram.com/peteglowdc/
• Follow Echostage: https://www.instagram.com/echostage/
• Follow Club Glow: https://www.instagram.com/clubglow/
• Follow Project Glow: https://www.instagram.com/projectglowfest/

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We’re back from the desert and giving you our full Coachella 2025 recap and honest review! 🌴✨In this episode, I’m joined by my friend and fellow content creator @VibeWithAde to break down everything about our weekend—from our Airbnb and travel setup to the GA experience, best and worst performances, fave stage designs, and what the crowd was really like this year. We also dive into the food and drinks, brand activations, and whether Coachella is worth it for dance music fans!If you're thinking of going next year or just want the real scoop on how it all went down, this episode is for you 👀🎶👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments—did you go? Are you planning to in 2026?Connect with Ade: https://www.instagram.com/vibewithade/Connect with Rave Culture Cast: ⁠https://beacons.ai/raveculturecast⁠ Affiliate Links:💸 USE CODE LOOPX-EMMAKAPOTES to save 15% off Loop Earplugs: https://www.loopearplugs.com/💸 USE CODE: KAPOTES to save $ off any lunchbox orders over $99 - http://bit.ly/2JklpS7💸 USE CODE: EMMAK for $5 off lunchbox's Mini Backpack, Lite Pack, Phone Satchel, Snack or Sling pack - http://bit.ly/2JklpS7

Step into the world of immersive experience design with Nova Han, the visionary Creative Director of Electric Forest 🌳 In this episode, we explore Nova’s two-decade career bringing to life fan-favorite installations like The Hangar, Dream Emporium, Honeycomb stage, Tripolee, and the legendary Ranch Arena performances featuring String Cheese Incident 🎶Nova shares how she brings imagination to reality—balancing creativity with fan feedback, environmental challenges, and real-world logistics. We dive into the art of immersive storytelling, building unforgettable festival moments, and how she leads one of the most iconic creative teams in live entertainment today! Connect with Nova Han: https://novahan.com/Follow Nova Han: https://www.instagram.com/novahan/Connect with Rave Culture Cast: ⁠https://beacons.ai/raveculturecast⁠ Affiliate Links:💸 USE CODE LOOPX-EMMAKAPOTES to save 15% off Loop Earplugs: https://www.loopearplugs.com/💸 USE CODE: KAPOTES to save $ off any lunchbox orders over $99 - http://bit.ly/2JklpS7💸 USE CODE: EMMAK for $5 off lunchbox's Mini Backpack, Lite Pack, Phone Satchel, Snack or Sling pack - http://bit.ly/2JklpS7

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Planning your first trip to Coachella or looking to level up your experience? In this episode, I’m joined by content creator and local Coachella legend Angel Chavez to break down everything you need to know about the iconic festival.

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What we cover:

🏜️Coachella’s evolution over the years

🏜️Stage breakdown

🏜️Lineup highlights and memorable sets

🏜️Coachella festival hacks

🏜️Best accommodation options

🏜️And how to navigate the festival like a pro!

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Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned vet, this is your go-to guide for making the most of Coachella 2025! 🌴✨

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Angel's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CoachellaAngel

Angel's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachellaangel/

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TIMESTAMPS:

• 0:00 Intro
• 1:35 Loop Earplugs
• 3:09 Episode Breakdown
• 4:45 Coachella Ticket Unboxing
• 7:30 Angel Chavez Intro
• 11:45 Angel's Coachella Journey
• 17:25 Coachella 2025 Lineup
• 23:35 Favorite Coachella Sets
• 30:13 Coachella Prep
• 34:40 Coachella Accomodations
• 38:10 Coachella Weather & Outfits
• 40:40 Festival Hours
• 42:45 Brand Activations
• 46:46 Quasar Stage
• 49:30 Coachella Art Installations
• 52:20 Food & Drinks
• 56:55 How Much to Budget
• 59:09 Hidden Gems & Insider Tips
• 1:04:31 The Crowd at Coachella
• 1:06:31 Celebrities at Coachella
• 1:07:33 Final Thoughts

In this episode of Rave Culture Cast, we’re joined by a true trance legend—Giuseppe Ottaviani! With over two decades of shaping the genre, Giuseppe shares how his classical training and passion for performing at a young age led him to become one of the most innovative live acts in trance. We dive into the inspiration behind his new album and groundbreaking live show OTTAGON, and his thoughts on the future of trance music. Plus, he shares insights on building his live show, his favorite international crowds, playing B2B sets, and up-and-coming trends in the trance community. ..Tune in for an inspiring conversation with one of trance’s finest! 🎶✨.Connect with Giuseppe Ottaviani: https://www.instagram.com/giuseppeottaviani/Connect with Rave Culture Cast: ⁠https://beacons.ai/raveculturecast⁠

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TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro1:30 Loop Earplugs2:35 Guest intro3:15 Giuseppe Ottaviani Early Career12:35 OTTAGON Live Show18:12 OTTAGON at Dreamstate19:40 Upcoming Tour & Show Concept23:25 The State of Trance Music26:22 Musical Influences28:30 International Crowd Energy30:00 B2B Sets33:46 OTTAGON Album Production37:05 Thrill of Performing Live37:40 Memorable Crowd Interactions40:00 Hobbies Outside of Music42:46 Upcoming Shows & Album Release Date

Big changes, fresh energy, and a brand-new chapter! 🔥 Ms. Behave (formerly one-half of Gem & Tauri) joins me on Groove Cruise to talk about her solo journey, what’s next for her sound, and how she’s embracing this exciting transition!

In this interview, we cover:

🛳️ The magic & energy of Groove Cruise 2024

🎶 Stepping into her solo career & making booty shaking tunes

💃 Expanding into curating shows & festivals

🔮 Manifestations for 2025

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Groove Cruise 2025 just wrapped, and I’m giving you the ultimate recap and review! 🎶🛳️ In this episode, I’m breaking down everything from:

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💙 What makes Groove Cruise special

🛳️ Royal Caribbean experience & what's included

🎧 Stage breakdown & top sets of the weekend

👍 Pros & cons – what worked & what could be better

😂 Funniest moments & best memories

💡 First-timer tips & things to know before you go

💰 Pricing breakdown & how to book Groove Cruise 2026

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If you're thinking about setting sail on the world's best festival cruise, this episode is your go-to guide!

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Luci is back on Groove Cruise, and she’s bringing a whole new era of music with her! 🚢✨ In this interview, we dive into her artistic evolution—from bass to a genre-blending mix of pop, rock, and electronic—and how it’s shaping her most authentic sound yet.