06
"Screens fragment attention and break collective immersion. Real presence is the raw material of the underground experience."
What is this mantra for?
Why apply it
When to apply it
How to apply it
What is a S.O.U.L. mantra?
A S.O.U.L. mantra is a short, memorable and positive phrase that recalls an essential behaviour for living the night together. These are not rules — they are shared reflexes, born from the floor.
When screens disappear, attention gathers. When attention gathers, magic happens.
Screen Management — because the vibe can't be filmed, it has to be lived.
The dancefloor is a space for human and musical connection, not a filming set. Glowing screens, flashes and compulsive documentation break the continuity of the moment. Here, value is not what is recorded, but what is lived together.
Without phones, the moment becomes alive, shared and authentic again. Ideally, step off the dancefloor if you need to use your phone. Lower the brightness.
Beyond ethics, Quebec law clearly governs the capture and distribution of images of people without their consent.
Every person has the right to respect for their private life. This right includes the protection of their image.
No one may infringe on a person's private life without their consent. Acts constituting a violation include: capturing or distributing the image of a person in a private or intimate setting, or any unauthorized use of their image.
Even in a public place, distributing a person's image without their consent can constitute a violation of their right to privacy. The person photographed is not obligated to accept that their image be used or distributed.
✓ Acceptable
✗ Unacceptable
"Please do not film or photograph participants without their explicit consent. Any unauthorized distribution of images may constitute a violation of privacy under Quebec law."
General information for educational purposes only — does not constitute legal advice. For any specific situation, consult a lawyer.
This principle connects directly to Mantra #2 — No Means No. Consent is not only about physical contact: it also applies to the capture and distribution of your image.
Community Voice
"As far as I’m concerned, phones shouldn’t just be regulated — they should be banned. They’re a real vibe killer."
— Maxime, artist
This mantra is inspired by discussions held during the S.O.U.L. Montréal workshop-conference on October 17, 2024, at the Salon Daomé, as well as the public consultation held in March 2026.
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