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Loud sound systems. Bumping bass that sings through trees. How do we get festival quality music at our burn?
Well, for that answer you would have to ask the subwoofers. This is not that article. This is the article I sat down (through signal chat) with our up and coming DJ Danger Kitten to talk about all the wonder their FIRST EVER set is bringing to playa at Camp Du Jour, 7pm on Friday evening.


"In the 80s, there was a sense of wonder at the possibility of a future where all of us could use technology that at the time was radically new and astronomically expensive. Music-makers of all stripes saw how computerized synthesizer technology opened up enormous potential for emotional expression, and it gave them a type of hope and optimism that is instantly recognizable as distinctly 80s.

A rainy weekend camping in rural Pennsylvania during a dystopian time when technology oligarchs control almost every aspect of our lives seems like an odd choice of context for revisiting that optimistic vision. But I was drawn to the contrast as I curated a set of music to play at sunset Friday.

From the perspective of the 80s, we’re 40 years in the future, a quarter century into a new millennium, and everyday musicians, producers, and yes, even first-time DJs like me do have access to that kind of technology. And it turns out that one place to find the freedom to experience the range of emotional possibility born in the 80s is not the driver’s seat of a supercar on a Miami highway, but rather a big field in rural Pennsylvania hosting a regional burn.

From the perspective of the present, the 80s’ synthy vision of the future turns out to have been much less naïve and much more sophisticated than we’ve come to accept it to be, and I think that itself is a wonder. What’s more, our technology is more sophisticated and powerful than it was back then, which most notably means modern synth music has crisper highs and much deeper bass.

My set gives my burn community the opportunity to go together on an exploration of a vision of the future that actually has not been lost but is more alive than it has ever been."

Sounds like your kind of frequency? Wanna nerd out about synthwave? Find Danger Kitten camping with Radish. Now, I know they are stunning but please remember consent.

Enjoy our cruelty-free recipe that is sure to bring ecstatic joy and uninhibited mirth around the camping table.

Note: Some aspects of this recipe may pose serious risks of food-borne illness, bacterial growth and utter hilarity. Consuming this recipe without a sense of humor is not recommended.

Area man Dougie Style, who “never considered taking a bar for a joyride,” nevertheless discovered at 3 A.M. inside the noodle truck he absolutely did not steal.

PAVILION — Beloved ramen and hot sake dispensary The Salty Noodle was taken temporarily offline early Saturday morning after operator Smash declined a formal transportation request from area man Dougie, triggering what Alpha historians are calling the gravest vehicular disturbance since Sly’s mysterious golf cart “accident” last season.

“You don’t say no to Dougie,” said Not That Dave, a not-that-flabbergasted eyewitness speaking from inside the pavilion. “It’s just not something you do. I’m not saying he took it, of course. I’m just saying that I’m not surprised. And next time, don’t leave the key in the ignition.”

The bar, which sources confirmed was physically present one moment and simply not present the next, was subsequently tracked down outside Cabin 10, where Dougie and the truck were found tangled together in a condition witnesses described as “fine.”

Dougie, speaking briefly to reporters after being apprehended maintained that he “never would have taken it,” but believed “Santacon Rules” applied.
As of press time, The Salty Noodle was back in full operation and had received several new five-star reviews on Yelp, most citing “vibe” and “the owner’s crisis management skills.”

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “So good it was worth having to play all those extra sets.” — Orion the DJ

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I’ve seen a lot of golf cart issues in my time, and I can attest that they almost always amount to a simple misunderstanding. But this was one of my favorites. Five stars.” — Sly

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Best ramen I’ve ever had at 3am in the Pavilion next to a guy who definitely didn’t steal the truck. Highly recommend.” — Not That Dave

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Smash delivered in the end.” — Dougie

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “The infrastructure held. That’s all that matters.” — George

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “The timing was impeccable. I stopped pretending to leave.” — Chassy

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I wasn’t convinced this was necessary. But given the delivery temperature and the restraint shown with the spices in the broth, I support continuing the program.” — Josh Goldberg, who was playing with his projections

Lila and Splinter were wed in the Ramblewood Pavilion before an audience of friends, families, artists and reporters and a lot of pretty cold rain, mostly for paperwork purposes. Both from Chicago, they met at Burning Man, despite their lives intersecting an many points in time.   Multiple reports confirm that Splinter broke his wrist the day before the wedding, but he was still able to take her hand in marriage anyway.  Johnny B, who officiated, ripped off his track suit bottoms so that the couple could walk over it, presumably to avoid stepping on a puddle.  The newlyweds, confirmed they were very happy to be married

Intrepid Wonderfuse News reporter Margot has confirmed that a hot tub does exist between the cabins. This hot tub was built by Phil. Multiple eye witness accounts confirm that it is the "best hot tub ever".

Stay tuned for more on this breaking story.

Earlier this afternoon, it was reported that a group of a concerned adults, Anna, Kat and Jessie, infiltrated the alleged encampment of children claiming to what reporters have learned is a rather unambitious rebellion that has now broken into two factions with no clear governance structure. The children belonging to "Rebellion 2" had left their camp to attack faction of children in "Rebellion 1." Meanwhile, the adults planted a flag that had a picture of a skull and cross-bones and said, "+ taxes." Jessie, commented, "One day our concerns will be theirs. There are some things you just can't run from." Later, Cassidy, an actual knife carrying representative from "Rebellion 2" confirmed the adults attempted to thwart their rebellion, but admitted he did not quite understand the message the adults were trying to send. He also shared that the idea to attack the "Rebellion 1" base was inspired by the incursion of the adults. Margot contributed reporting to this story.

Wonderfuse News can report on division within the Kids Rebellion. "I think it's a shame that kids are divided and not united" - Robert, who went on the record in this Wonderfuse News exclusive.

Our reporters have verified that kids weapons are advancing to include sharpened knives, maces, and other weapons of mass destruction. News reporters such as Pepper and people being found interviewed are being banned by the leaders of the kids team one, making reporting from the front lines difficult. Adults are being held hostage after taking The Fort, a makeshift headquarters for the Kids Rebellion, whose leadership and motives are still shrouded in mystery.

Our reporters have uncovered a split in the militant group, with Team 1 and Team 2 emerging as brief rivals before forming a new alliance. In a surprising turn, Team 2 member Cassidy spoke with Wonderfuse News reporters on the record, and admitted to sabotaging Team 1 operations (including slicing their tarps and breaking their weapons) and blaming it on the parents. Team 1 is apparently in the dark about this double-cross.

Wonderfuse News will continue to report on this story. Stay tuned!

In an interview with a Anna the Russian Spy, who is Russian, but not a spy, about her art piece currently on display in the Ramblewood Cafeteria, she revealed the meaning behind her piece, “The Big Easy”. She revealed that it is a reflection of post-communist fascist surveillance state and the Health Department and their varying levels of Health Inspections in establishments serving food.

Primary reporting and writing on this story was completed by Robin.

Every day a golf cart comes and either gives rides or helps someone but there's a secret part that should not be secret. Wonderfuse News brings you this exclusive story.

Tim spoke with Wonderfuse News reporters on the culture of golf carts at Alpha. "In Alpha you can buy a set of golf cart keys". Michele echoes the sentiment. "If you look busy then you will be able to ride a golf cart."

Robert went further, suggesting a pathway to VIP treatment. "If you make a sacrifice to the gold cart gods you will get a free ride up the hill."

Lisstat was an eye witness to a horrific golf carting accident early Sunday afternoon. "On Saturday 4/25/2026 there was a golf cart crash and barely anybody knew."

All quotes in this story were verified by Margot. Stay tuned to Wonderfuse News for this continuing story.

Tragedy and scandal gripped Alpha earlier this afternoon when Vesper's face paint went missing. Blame and accusations of stealing filled the air as anger, dread, and despair gripped the crowd in its icy hand. Temperatures in Darlington fell by 15 degrees as climate systems became preoccupied with the melodrama of the incident.

Wonderfuse News can report that the face paint was just recovered at the Lost and Found. Vesper was seen to issue a sigh of relief.