Rave Culture
Everything published on Music Adviser UK under Rave Culture — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
A Beginner's Guide to Gabber
A relentless kick pushed into distortion, run at breakneck speed, built into a whole youth culture — here's your way into gabber.
The Complete Guide to Happy Hardcore
Happy hardcore emerged in the early 1990s as a vibrant subgenre that fuses the relentless energy of hardcore punk with upbeat, euphoric melodies. Unlike traditional hardcore, happy hardcore embraces o...
The History of Gabber
How a handful of Rotterdam producers pushing tempo and distortion further than anyone dared built one of the Netherlands' most recognisable youth cultures.
Gabber for Newcomers: Where to Start
You don't need a music degree or a wardrobe change to get into gabber — just three tracks, some patience, and a few myths worth ignoring.
