The popularity of DJ culture has has made its way from basement parties to arenas faster then 140 BPMs, and members of the scene – from producers to managers and beyond – have decided to give back to those less fortunate. Case and point: This morning dance music celeb DJs Diplo and Skrillex have announced plans to collaborate on a Pre-Grammy party to raise money in an effort to combat AIDs.
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The Grammy nominated Swedish DJ/producer Avicii pledged to donate 2 million meals through the FEED Foundation. He’s also plans to raise $1million while on tour doing 27 shows in 26 cities.
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Strong Arm Dj’s decided to give back with their Spin Back initiative. With the help of Flo Rida, Trina, Mia and others they were able to give back to children from the local Big Brother’s Big Sister organization as well as the Boys and Girls Club, Miramar’s Police Athletic Leagues.
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Boston native DJ Nexus gave back to the Boston community by volunteering at his local food bank. At the food bank, he helped organize food to be distributed to homeless shelters all over Mass. His effort goes to show that even a little bit of help counts.
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DJ SHIMZA did his part and became a worthy role model when he donated school uniforms worth 100,000 rands to 300 orphans and children from disadvantaged families in Tembisa.
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Steve Aoki took time away from his turntables to form the Steve Aoki Chartiable Fund which helps children in need in Burma, Haiti, Japan, and Uganda.
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This little known DJ (Dj Kunk) made a big impact when he helped raise money with this fundraiser video.
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Insomniac and their CEO Pasquale Rotella made a $115,000 donation to five charities: four Las Vegas charities as well as a contribution to a national initiative with Rock the Vote.
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WOMP4thekids is the first electronic music charity project of its kind. It joins forces with other charity partners with the mission to inspire electronic music fans to support programs that directly improve the health, well-being and education of children.
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EDM FOR SANDY RELIEF featured: The Crystal Method (DJ set), Tommie Sunshine, Drop The Lime, Run DMT, The Disco Fries, Dances With White Girls, Gosteffects, Alexander Technique, Lee Kalt, Blaqwell, FIGO (DJ set), Prince Terrance, Monikkr, Valentine, Carl Louise & Martin Danielle, Alex English & Star Eyes, Subset, DJ Dali, Metaphysical & Aramix Vega and Romeo Vs. Juliet. All with the hopes of raising money for vicitms of Hurricane Sandy.
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Patronage, is a organization devoted to electronic dance music. The organization hosted a charity event called “So Much Love” at Chelsea Manor in New York City. A portion of the proceeds helped to benefit VH1 Save the Music.