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The Evolution of Techno: From Punk to Raver
Exploring the transformation of one individual from a punk kid who disliked techno to a raver in Berlin, DJ-ing at Berghain and embracing the techno subculture. The chapter delves into the origins of techno music in Detroit through figures like Juan Atkins, Jeff Mills, and Mad Mike Banks, and its journey from North America to Europe, finding a significant home in Berlin. It also touches on the DIY culture prevalent in the narrator's past experiences and the emotional impact of abrupt citizenship change experienced by a family transitioning from East to West Germany.