Alternative Party

Alternative Party

Alternative Party is a demoscene and art event in Finland. It was first organized in 1998 in Turku and since 2000 in Helsinki. The event is organized by Alternative Party ry, a non-profit association.

Alternative Party is one of the largest demo parties in Finland. The aim of the event is to encourage artists (both demoscene and traditional arts) to creativity and new perspectives – regardless of the used equipment. The event is known for its peculiar competitions. The main focus is on old and obscure computers but modern equipment can also be used. [ [http://sektori.com/artikkelit/3108/ristikuulustelussa Ristikuulustelussa Alternative Partyjen puuhamies] fi] [ [http://www.peliplaneetta.net/artikkelit/160/ Mikko Heinonen: Alternative Party 2002] fi]

As a demo party, Alternative Party has competitions. The competitions - except for the main demo competition - tend to change every year as an extra challenge. There is also a traditional concert of the first evening, featuring artists of demoscene background playing live music. [ [http://www.altparty.org/?archive Alternative Party | Archive ] ]

The seventh Alternative Party was held on 2-4 November 2007 in Helsinki. [ [http://www.altparty.org/?alt2007 Alternative Party 2007] ] Speakers included Al Lowe, creator of the legendary Leisure Suit Larry series of games.

The next Alternative Party will be held on 24-26 October 2008 in Helsinki. It will be the first time one of the big pioneers of industrial music, Front 242, will be playing for a Finnish audience. Additionally the special guest of honour will be current EFF chairman and founder of ClariNet, Brad Templeton.

Notable special guests

* 2002: Robert J. Mical
* 2003: Jeff Minter
* 2004: Jyrki Kasvi
* 2007: Al Lowe
* 2008: Front 242, Brad Templeton

References

External links

* [http://www.altparty.org/ Alternative Party]


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