#FreedomToDance in London Attracts 1000’s to “Competition-Like” Protest

On June twenty seventh, the #FreedomToDance protest occurred in response to the UK authorities’s extension of COVID-19 restrictions. 1000’s of music lovers gathered in entrance of BBC on Regent Road in London to point out help for the UK’s nightlife business.

Organized by Save Our Scene, and backed by the Night Times Industries Association — the occasion featured a march and rave-like protest, with indicators that learn “MEET ME AT THE CLUB”, “MUSIC IS FREEDOM” and “CUT SHAPES NOT CULTURE,” in line with DJ Magazine.

DJs performed out of vans, which lined the streets — that includes performances from Alan Fitzpatrick, Eats The whole lot, Hannah Desires, Low Steppa and lots of extra, with loads of b2b motion within the combine.

Save Our Scene shared previous to the occasion, “We’re demanding that the Authorities ends all restrictions on the hospitality sector with none additional delay. Sufficient is sufficient and we are able to’t keep silent anymore.”

The protest fell beneath criticism as the gang reportedly created a “festival-like environment,” with disregard to social distancing and masks carrying mandates. Different criticisms are outlined on this article by DJ Magazine, which had a contributor on the scene.

Save Our Scene has adopted up with a brand new replace, posted as we speak:

Some have been saying, “oh they have been simply wanting a rave…” Sure! You’re proper ! That’s the entire level. Open up the golf equipment on the nineteenth so we are able to do it safely and responsibly, or you possibly can anticipate Sunday to be a weekly occasion. That’s the selection our Authorities has to make.

Proceeds raised from Save Our Scene’s #FreedomToDance fundraising effort will go to the next organizations: Assist Musicians, Music Venue Belief, We Make Occasions Official, and Save Night time Life.

Supply: DJ Mag