This is the first of five books showcasing The Golden Years of Rave… From 1988 to 1992. One book for each sweat-soaked year. In this book (1988) we unveil the first Raves, acknowledge the early promoters, spotlight the best artists and, of course, we will be celebrating the amazing music!

We’ll visit club nights and the pioneering DJs who were there at the very start. Before exploring how the scene was affected by the law, the authorities, drugs and the media.

We'll look at the ever-present flyer and the power of guerrilla marketing. We'll also share links to witness the best footage for each year. Plus, get access to the best curated mixes that soundtrack these glory days, so you can fully get a feel for what we, the Ravers, call The Golden Years.

Throughout I'll share my personal experiences. Hailing from Birmingham, most of my Raving was done in the Midlands. However I did venture down south and travel up north to experience some of the greatest Raves to ever take place. I hope in writing these books, Ravers elsewhere will be inspired to relive their experiences and pass down the ethos of Raves to later generations. I, for one, would love to discover other Ravers' experiences from all across the UK, as each individuals’ recounts will surely differ from mine.