Is Algorave synonymous with live coding?

The last years have seen a surge in media attention for live coding, many of who's focus is on Algoraves.

With more than 20 official events a year, some pulling in large audiences (COVID permitting), Algoraves are now an established part of broader live music culture in some parts of the world. In contrast, many non Algorave live coding events remain fringe or academic events attracting small crowds and without a consistent following. So it is easy to see why Algoraves are dominant in the media describing live coding.

 

With titles like " Algorave: The live coding movement that makes next-level electronic music" (Mixmag, 2017) or the Guardian's article (2017) "Is Algorave the future of dance music?", we wonder - are Algoraves now synonymous with live coding? And if not, how can we further encourage live coding beyond the algorave and bring it to a broader audience and media attention?

 

So grab a beer or tea, and come share your thoughts with us on January 17th at 8PM CEST on https://jitsi.hangar.org/ontheflycantina

 

Anne, Dare, Iván, Luka and Patrick (the on-the-fly research group)