Gothic Inspiration, Boundless Exploration
As festival season approaches, many of us are preparing for adventures that combine our love for music, community and culture. Whether you’re an experienced festival-goer or a first-time camper, ensuring you have all the essentials is crucial for an enjoyable experience. In this guide, we’ll delve into the must-have items for festival camping, from practical… Continue Reading →
Goth culture often emphasizes dark, melancholic, and romantic aesthetics. Cemeteries, with their historical tombstones, gothic architecture, and serene, sometimes eerie atmosphere, align perfectly with this visual and emotional style. So it shouldn’t come as a surprise to see goths in pictures near graves or tombstones. However, I have heard some controversy around this topic, including… Continue Reading →
Usually, the WGT means almost a week of partying for us, traveling through Leipzig to multiple locations every day and meeting up with many friends and acquaintances. Usually, I also film little recap episodes or a small vlog for my social media pages. However, this year me and my boyfriend somehow caught a cold right… Continue Reading →
Embarking on a festival adventure brings a whirlwind of excitement, but it can also spark a frenzy of packing chaos. Mastering the art of packing is essential for a seamless and unforgettable experience. But fear not! From ingenious packing hacks to must-have essentials, I have curated a list of 10 tips to ensure you’re fully… Continue Reading →
(disclaimer: I am not part of, or associated with, the official WGT event organizer, this guide is purely written from my personal experience and the additions of the goth community.) Entering the dark world of the WGT (Wave-Gotik-Treffen) for the first time can be an exciting, yet overwhelming experience. I very much remember my first… Continue Reading →
Ready to be part of something special? Do you have stunning photos of your looks? Are you bursting with ideas for articles that inspire, educate, or entertain? Whether you’re a seasoned writer, a hobbyist model or photographer, I want to feature YOUR talent! Do you want to be featured as a model for a blog… Continue Reading →
The eTropolis festival in Oberhausen is an annual get-together for the darkly inclined in Germany and primarily focuses on the darker and more aggressive sub-genres of electronic music, such as industrial, EBM, synthpop, darkwave, and similar styles. Since I am really into these genres, I was really looking forward to this event and to me… Continue Reading →
The history of Goth subculture The Goth subculture, often simply referred to as “Goth,” is a distinct and diverse cultural movement that emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s, primarily within the United Kingdom. It is characterized by its unique fashion, music, literature, and visual aesthetics, as well as its philosophical and ideological perspectives…. Continue Reading →
Are you ready for this year’s festival season? Join me as we go through my bucket list of events that I’m most excited for this year!I will give you some information and insights to help you pick experiences to add to your own party bucket list. I’m also currently working on some festival guides that… Continue Reading →
Welcome to Bats and Beyond, your guide to embracing the dark and mysterious world of goth lifestyle and fashion. I’m Vanessa alias Quayraza, a goth/alternative content creator from Germany. As a lifelong enthusiast of gothic culture, I’ve always been drawn to its unique aesthetics, music, and philosophy. From the haunting melodies of gothic rock to… Continue Reading →