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Celebrating Detroit's Techno Legacy
Our mission is to bring you closer to the story of how this iconic genre was born and continues to thrive globally. Join us as we celebrate the music, the culture, and the people who made it all possible—through immersive experiences, storytelling, and exclusive creations that showcase the true spirit of Detroit’s techno legacy.
More about the film
God Said Give 'Em Drum Machines (2022), GSGEDM is the story behind one of Detroit’s great contributions to world culture: Techno, the electronic music phenomenon created by Black artists in the 1980s that transformed dance music internationally and blossomed into the multi-billion-dollar industry of EDM today.
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Detroit Techno: Wear It Loud!
Help us bring this story to the world. After 12 years of pouring our hearts into God Said Give 'Em Drum Machines, we're close to sharing this incredible story of Detroit's Black Techno pioneers with the world. But we need your help. Without any big studio backing, we've relied on our community to get us this far. Now, every purchase of our official merchandise brings us closer to global on-demand distribution. Your support isn't just a transaction—it's a vote for independent storytelling and a testament to the power of grassroots filmmaking. Help us spread the word and keep the momentum and the party going!
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Our Goal
We aim to illuminate the true origins of Techno music, celebrating the visionary Black pioneers and the transformative magic of Detroit. This film is not just a tribute; it is a call to action—to preserve and honor the legacy of a genre born from innovation, resilience, and Afrofuturistic dreams. By cementing this story as a historic record, we seek to reclaim Detroit's rightful place as an official global music capital, a beacon of creativity and cultural impact.