Electronic music exists because of community. Scenes grow when people feel connected heard and respected. They fade when culture is extracted without care.
As platforms become more involved in music ecosystems an important question arises. How can we be more community centric rather than community adjacent.
This article explores what community centricity really means and how Gigevate approaches building with the electronic music scene rather than on top of it.
Community centric does not mean branding community language. It means making decisions with the community in mind.
Being community centric means:
It is a long term commitment not a marketing tactic.
Electronic music has always been grassroots driven. Scenes are built by people who care deeply not by institutions.
When platforms ignore this:
Being community centric is essential to preserving what makes electronic music special.
Features matter but people matter more. A community centric approach prioritises:
Technology should serve the scene not reshape it for convenience.
Community centricity is built into how Gigevate operates. Listening to artists organisers and fans
We believe trust grows when intentions are visible.
Electronic music is an ecosystem. Artists organisers and fans all play essential roles and deserve tools that respect their contribution.
Community centricity is not a feature toggle. It is reflected in systems such as:
When systems are designed well community trust follows naturally.
Being community centric also means being accountable.
This includes:
Platforms must take responsibility for the environments they create.
Community centricity is never finished.
Scenes evolve.
Needs change.
Perspectives shift.
The work is continuous and requires humility. Gigevate sees this as a responsibility not a one time decision.
Building with a community teaches you quickly.
We are learning:
The community shapes the platform as much as the platform supports the community.
The future of electronic music is collective. Platforms have a role but not ownership. Gigevate exists to support the people who create organise and live the scene. Community centricity is how we honour that role.
If you believe electronic music should be built with care respect and shared responsibility we invite you to be part of the conversation.
