Deaf Rave is a music event that caters specifically to the deaf and hard-of-hearing community. The event was founded in 2003 by Troi Lee, who is deaf himself, and his friend MC Geezer. They wanted to create a space where deaf people could enjoy music just as much as their hearing peers.
Troi and MC Geezer had both experienced exclusion from the music scene due to their deafness. They felt that the music industry had not made enough efforts to include deaf people in their events. Deaf Rave was their solution to this problem.
The first Deaf Rave event was held in London in 2003 and attracted a small crowd of around 50 people. Since then, the event has grown in popularity and has been held all over the UK as well as in other countries.
At Deaf Rave events, the music is played at high volumes with bass vibrations that deaf people can feel. The lyrics of the songs are also projected onto screens or signed by performers so that everyone can understand and enjoy the music. The events also feature sign language interpreters and other accessibility measures to ensure that everyone feels included.
In addition to hosting music events, Troi and MC Geezer have also created a Deaf Rave record label to support deaf musicians and DJs. They have also worked to raise awareness about deaf culture and advocate for more accessibility in the music industry.
Troi and MC Geezer’s work with Deaf Rave has had a significant impact on the deaf community, providing a space for deaf people to enjoy music and connect with others who share their experiences.
If you want to learn more about Deaf Rave and support their mission, visit their website at deafrave.com. There you can find information about their upcoming events, purchase merchandise, and make a donation to help support their community.