As many of you may have heard, this past Sat the 25th at 7 AM
6 young people were killed at an afterparty. One of those that died, Chris aka Deacon808, hit me the hardest. He was a young DJ and producer, into breakcore and other hard dance music. We used to chat online about music and events, artists we both liked. When I heard the rumors that he was one of the 6, I kept hoping it was unfounded, then later that night it was confirmed by his mother that Chris had passed away.
Sunday I went to the house where it all took place, and walking up the street you could still see "NOW" spraypainted on the sidewalk. Many friends of those that died were there, and the neighborhood came and supported them. Someone brought blankets ebcause it was cold out. Another made hot chocolate and was giving to the mourners. This is a community that has suffered such a loss, yet we are all coming together to support one another.
On
NWTekno there was a
check in safe thread, a fund has been setup to help the families and people are gathering both at the house and at a local park to share their grief and celebrate those that were lost.
Of course there is a lot of media attention on this, and after the initial fear that it would be a "blame the rave" spin, most news outlets (with the exception of FOX and local Shock Jocks on the Radio) have made the distinction that this horrific event was not related to the fully legal dance that took place earlier in the night. I personally care less about how this will affect the "scene" right now, I'm a bit more concerned with helping those affected by these shootings.
In the next day we will be posting a link where you can donate money to the families. Until then support those around you and remember those that have been lost. This affects us all.
