New Zealand Christian Rave Scene
Written by Paul Spain   
Saturday, 15 May 2004

This is a quick look back to the way things were around 1996 in New Zealand. Today, Paul Spain runs WorldDJ.com which is a global news site and community for DJs, producers and dance music fans from around the world covering both Christian and secular interests. Dr. Siminz continues on as a producer and DJ. Most recently he has appeard on Paul van Dyk's playlist and both Demulcent Sessions vol 1 and Osmotic Hype vol. 1. Siminz also moderates the Australia/New Zealand board on this site. — Editor

For nearly two years I`ve worked with rave DJ and producer Dr Siminz. In November we started our own group, the working name for which is "Chosen Force". I MC whilst Dr Siminz plays mostly Happy Hardcore tunes. We did a secular gig together some two months ago and many people asked what my MC name was.

In the week following, God gave me the name `Preacher Boy` (I am no longer refered to as DJ Spain as I rarely DJ now). Together we`ve done numerous raves over Nov/Dec, and I have MCed at all of Aucklands large-scale Happy Hardcore raves, including those featuring international artists such as Ultrasonic and DJ Daydream. We are also involved with the running of "Platinum 104" an inner city, smart-drinks club.

Here is some info about events promoted in New Zealand:

Jan 31, "Resolution" at YMCA stadium, Auckland, NZ

DJs include Dr Siminz (Chosen Force), Helix, Specta-X, U-Gene, Hugo. MC will be Preacher Boy. Also lots of bands including Australia`s Brotherhood Lush and some of NZs best. $15 at door, $13 presale. Info phone 3027690.

Feb 5 - 8, "Parachute Music Festival Extreme", Matamata, NZ

Join 10,000 others for a huge weekend with a wicked lineup of bands and DJs. Bands include Jars of Clay, All Star United, MIC, Margeret Becker etc. MIC will play on Thursday 5 Feb before NZ techo/happy hardcore group "Chosen Force". Chosen Force features long time DJ - Dr Siminz and Preacher Boy (previously known as DJ Spain, now one of the top rave MCs in NZ). This will be a massive rave - expect 3,000-5,000, also expect wicked lighting and video and possibly a massive laser and fire dancers. Also playing over the weekend are DJs Drinian (Christchurch), Helix (Wellington), Hugo (Auckland).

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