The 11 Mantras
The Underground Ethics Charter — Explore and comment
These 11 mantras are divided into 3 progressive levels, forming the proposed ethical framework for the Montréal underground scene. Each can be read in detail and will be the subject of questions in the form.
Foundation (1–4)The non-negotiable pillars everything rests on.
Standard (5–8)What guarantees an authentic and quality collective experience.
Excellence (9–11)What elevates the night toward an experience lived in full awareness.
The Foundation — The Pillars
Mantra 01
Take Care of Yourself
« What if your night started with you? »
Your state, your energy, and your awareness directly shape the collective experience. Taking care of yourself is taking care of the night.
Personal Responsibility · Balance · Presence
Mantra 02
No Means No
« The most powerful word on the dance floor. »
Consent is the foundation of every interaction. No grey zone, no ambiguity — a no is a no, always.
Consent · Boundaries · Respect
Mantra 03
Respect the Bubble
« Your space is sacred. So is everyone else's. »
Every person carries an invisible space around them. Respecting it means honoring everyone's freedom to dance, breathe, and exist.
Personal Space · Proximity · Freedom
Mantra 04
Music First
« What should be at the heart of your nights out. »
Music is the primary reason for the gathering. When it comes first, everything else falls into place.
Music · Authenticity · Connection
The Standard — What We Live Together
Mantra 05
Bring the Light
« The spark lights up the night. »
Your positive energy transforms the atmosphere. Be the person who raises the bar, who inspires by their presence.
Positive Energy · Kindness · Leadership
Mantra 06
Screen Management
« Your screen disconnects you. »
Your phone creates a barrier between you and the present moment. Put it away, live the night with your senses, not your screen.
Presence · Disconnection · Living the Moment
Mantra 07
Watch Out for Each Other
« Even in the dark, you're not alone. »
Solidarity is the invisible safety net of the night. A look, a gesture, a moment of attention — it can change everything.
Solidarity · Awareness · Mutual Aid
Mantra 08
Keep It Safe and Clean
« Magic happens when trust is total. »
A clean and safe space is the foundation of an unforgettable night. Everyone contributes through their actions.
Safety · Cleanliness · Trust
The Excellence — The Underground We Deserve
Mantra 09
Respect the Tribe
« We're in this together. »
The underground community is a chosen family. Respecting it means protecting what unites us beyond the music.
Community · Belonging · Unity
Mantra 10
Leave No Trace
« Leave it better than we found it for the next one. »
What you leave behind defines your passage. Leave as if no one had been there — or better yet.
Responsibility · Environment · Legacy
Mantra 11
Be Kind
« Kindness is a strength. »
In the night, every act of kindness creates a ripple. Being kind means choosing to be the light for someone else.
Kindness · Empathy · Humanity
What would your mantra be?
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