The article discusses the origins of house music, which arose from the events of 'Disco Demolition Night' in 1979, where Chicago DJ Steve Dahl ignited a massive backlash against disco. Despite this, figures like Vince Lawrence, who witnessed the event as an usher, transitioned the cultural narrative towards house music, a genre that emphasizes unity and inclusivity. A new documentary titled 'Move Ya Body: The Birth of House Music,' directed by Elegance Bratton, explores this shift, depicting the genre as a celebration of diversity and acceptance beyond societal divides, highlighting its role as a soundtrack for marginalized communities.
"House music is the great unifier. It doesn’t know a race, a sexual preference; it doesn’t care about your economic status or your religion. You know, it’s just all about that groove and recognition that you can just be yourself and that’s cool."
"We live in a world that tries to separate us. And what I love about house music is that it's about the exchange of culture."
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