In Berlin, a reminder: inspect your party drugs before use
On the 18th of January, the music world was rocked by the sudden and tragic deaths of two influential musicians, John Juan Mendez, known as Silent Servant, and Jose Luis Vasquez, better known as The Soft Moon. Both artists, who had relocated to Berlin, had become somewhat of a cult figure in the city's vibrant club scene.
Mendez, a prominent figure in the dark, electronic music scene, was part of the Sandwell District and made a significant impact on techno artists in Berlin over the past 15 years. Vasquez's post-punk, dark wave music, which drew influences from Suicide and Depeche Mode, was delivered with a vigorous and emotional energy that resonated with many.
The tragic incident involving Mendez, Vasquez, and Simone Ling occurred in Mendez's apartment in Los Angeles. Preliminary reports suggest that fentanyl, a synthetic opioid 50 times more potent than heroin and 100 times more potent than morphine, may have been a contributing factor. Fentanyl was also discovered in a drug attendee's Methylmethcathinone (3-MMC) in Berlin earlier this year.
This tragic loss, along with many who have gone before them, serves as a stark reminder of the dangers associated with recreational drug usage. It is essential to have an honest conversation about this issue to find some solace and move forward.
In Berlin, initiatives like safer-nightlife.berlin are working to enhance safety and manage complex urban social dynamics in clubs and music venues. Supported by organisations like DEFUS and experts such as Dr. Tim Lukas and Anna Rau, this initiative focuses on urban tolerance and safety challenges specifically related to nightlife.
One way to ensure safety when using recreational drugs is by making use of drug testing facilities available in Berlin. Drugchecking.berlin, for instance, runs free testing from their labs in Neukołłn and Kreuzberg. It is important to do research before buying testing kits online as some are rated less reliable.
By using proper facilities or testing gear, we can prevent tragic losses like that of Silent Servant and The Soft Moon. Let us remember their impact on the music scene and learn from this tragedy to foster a safer environment for all.
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