ELECTRONIC IMPACT
The Electronic Impact Group is an informal network of researchers, industry professionals and creatives who are interested in showcasing the impact of electronic dance music on culture, communities, commerce (and beyond) through documenting, disseminating and co-creating research on electronic dance music culture.
Visit our activities page to see what we've been up to or navigate to the network page to get involved.
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Electronic dance music has impact on...
re-purposing of neglected urban spaces to be used as cultural and creative hubs
Local Communities
Popular Culture
influencing social media trends and providing the backdrop for advertising campaigns
Self-expression & Identity
discovery of passion, develop identity through expression of dance and creative mediums
Economic Growth
supporting the night time industries, local businesses and the wider cultural economy
Technological Innovation
at the forefront of innovations in visual, performance and music technology
Social & Political Activism
mobilising of like-minded groups to make positive cultural and societal change
Wellbeing
positively influencing mental health through promoting connection with others
Fashion
influencing new fashion trends and providing the backdrop for designer brands
Diversity and Inclusion
bringing together individuals from different backgrounds under a shared musical passion
and this is evidenced through...
Ethnographic &
Qualitative Research
interviews, focus groups, observation and other studies on lived experiences
Quantitative Research
peer-reviewed scientific research articles analysing real-world empirical data.
Industry Reports
financial and cultural impact reports from organisations such as the AFEM and NTIA
explore our database of research