This book examines Electronic Dance Music (EDM) scenes in 18 cities
across Africa, the Middle East, Europe, Asia, North America and
Australia. It focuses on the historical development of these scenes,
with an emphasis on the post-2000 context, including the COVID-19
pandemic and its far-reaching effects. Expert contributors highlight the
influence of geographical contexts, as well as cultural and political
histories, in the development of mainstream EDM scenes and underground
Electronic Dance Music Cultures. This expansive work offers additional
insights on cultural and creative policies, planning interventions and
regulations associated with nightlife management, and provides a
detailed analysis of current challenges inherent to the governance of
EDM scenes in contemporary cities.