Electronic music encompasses a lot of different styles of music; the most famous forms being Dubstep, Trance, Techno and House. However, Minimal, has become increasingly popular in the Electronic Music Scene. Minimal is a sub-genre of Techno identifiable by its subtle changes and repetition. Multiple layers and a simplification of sound are used to form the bass line and the "groove". Like most electronic music, Minimal must be played loud. Each song is built upon layers of sounds and samples that are easy to miss if an ample sound system to play clearly is not available. Minimal is meant to be played in "Sets" typically lasting anywhere from one hour to a whole night of playing. Songs as mixed into each other through the use of tempo change, layering, and adding beats or tones based on the speed of the song. The effect you get is one long song with many changes to the groove and bass line.

     I had the chance to go to Miami during the Winter Music Conference this year and partook in the biggest Minimal music festivals and parties. One of the Biggest parties as well as having the biggest names in Minimal music attending was Sunday School, split over two and a half days. The first twelve hours of the party was dedicated to the Label MINUS, the biggest signer of minimalist DJ's, which is also run by Richie Hawtin a legend in the DJing community. The second day began the 36 hour dance till you drop marathon. Loco Dice, Seth Troxler, Guy Gerber and Luciano all respected DJ's who've traveled the world playing their music.