Festival season is finally here...
and with it comes the magic of late-night sets, new friendships, and the kind of memories that live forever. But as our new zine SAFE & LOUD: A NSFW Guide to Live Music & Festival Safety reminds us, the best experiences are the ones you’re fully present for, and that starts with taking care of yourself and your community.
Inside the zine, creators, harm-reduction experts, and lifelong music lovers break down festival culture through three essential lenses: Sex, Drugs, and Protocol. From understanding the art of real consent, to navigating substance use thoughtfully, to showing up for each other on and off the dance floor, this guide invites everyone to participate in a safer, more connected scene.
You’ll also find practical festival essentials: what to pack, how to prep, what not to forget (spoiler: EARPEACE high-fidelity earplugs), and how to protect your energy so you can make it from the gates to the sunrise sets.
At its core, this zine is about empowerment:
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Empowering yourself to move with intention
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Empowering your community by intervening when it matters
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Empowering your body and hearing so the music feels as good tomorrow as it does today
Whether you’re heading to a boutique jazz fest, a loud-and-festive EDM weekend, or your first big arena show, this guide is your reminder that safety isn’t uncool, it’s what keeps the fun going.
Hit play, stay curious, look out for each other, and for the love of live music don’t forget your EARPEACE.
