In the electronic music scene, DIY events have long found their home in unconventional spaces – from warehouses to repurposed buildings never meant for nightlife. Yet today’s community faces a crucial challenge: the lack of platforms for veterans to share their knowledge with emerging artists.
ACID TRACKS proposes transforming an old Brooklyn post office into a dynamic hub that unites the DIY electronic music community with Handmade electronic instruments making workshop and local homemade beer culture. This innovative space reimagines how returned goods and reverse logistics can support creative communities.
The project begins by collecting reverse logistics electronic products, such as speakers, wires, and guitar amps, which experienced musicians and DIY enthusiasts transform into performance equipment through careful testing and reassembly. These reverse logistics items become available for purchase, offering a practical way to give discarded electronics new life while supporting the community.
ACID TRACKS incorporates a “toolbox/hub for the community” concept. The space can be broken down into portable kits, each containing essential equipment and resources for hosting electronic music events. This modular approach empowers community members to organize their own shows while learning from experienced practitioners.
Through purchasing repurposed props or attending events, ACID TRACKS help sustain this vital platform where technical expertise, stories, and DIY spirit are preserved and passed down to the next generation of electronic musicians.
