These five DJs are some of the most iconic LGBTQ+ DJs who have made moves to change the course of history. Their success is punctuated by their talent, authenticity, style, and charitable efforts. Not only have many of these DJs experienced global or international success, but they have also used their fame and influence to create safe spaces for the LGBTQ+ community.
These high-energy performers are shaping the club scene around the world. The result of their impact on modern club culture is unmistakable. As a result, many LGBTQ+ members can find a second home at many clubs where the style is to be yourself.
This LGBTQ+ History Month, we’re excited to celebrate the DJs who have inspired, empowered, and influenced the generations before us and who will continue to do so for generations to come.
Without further ado, here are five DJs who have made a huge impact on the genre and industry.
5 Iconic LGBTQ+ DJs Who Made History
DJ Kitty Glitter
Drag Superstar DJ Kitty Glitter is an Australian legend. After a decade as one of Sydney’s most in-demand drag queens, Kitty Glitter said goodbye to the stage and traded it in for the DJ booth in 2007. Since then, she has exploded on the scene. She’s been featured at some of the largest events in the world. Kitty has toured extensively throughout Asia, USA, Canada, Europe, and India.
She was made famous by her impeccable style and vocal house/remixed pop sets. Additionally, she has played for Lady Gaga and Elton John.
Kitty regularly DJs at Sydney’s iconic Mardi Gras Party and graces several global PRIDE events with her sick beats, including WORLD PRIDE in Toronto and New York.
When she’s not doing sets all over the globe, Kitty DJs at festivals like White Party Palm Springs, Toronto, New York, Montreal Pride, Sydney Mardi Gras, and Matinee Las Vegas.
Photo from DJ Kitty Glitter’s Instagram
DJ Danny Verde
DJ Danny Verde is famous for his tribal house and tech-house vibes. This Milan-based music producer and DJ has delivered stunning performances at Muccacassina in Rome, Xslsior Mykonos, White Party Bangkok, and more.
Danny has participated in more than 40 productions and his songs have topped the charts in France, Italy, and Brazil. His music has been licensed in Scandinavia, Japan, Russia, and Greece with releases in Italy, Spain, America, Russia, Switzerland, Portugal, and more.
He’s made a name for himself with the hottest DJs in Europe. As a result, his remixes continue to blast in clubs all around Europe.
DJ Lina Bradford
DJ Lina Bradford wasn’t always a DJ. She began as a dancer. DJ Lina studied modern ballet, tap, and jazz professionally for 11 years, and performed in several companies throughout New York. She’s now known as a New York nightlife legend, trans activist, and former dancing DJ queen of Fire Island. Her background leads to a wildly entertaining and unique performance as she works her dance moves into her signature mix of disco and house classics.
This born New Yorker has gone global, and her talents have been recognized throughout Europe. DJ Lina has played in Sardinia, St Tropez, and Paris. In addition, she has been featured in interviews with Spotify with other huge names such as Miley Cyrus, Troye Sivan, and Halsey.
Having come out as trans at a very young age, the self-proclaimed “Princess of Light” is a global ambassador for the Hetrick-Martin Institute, an organization supporting LGBTQ+ youth.
Photo from DJ Lina Bradford’s Instagram
DJ Justin Dawson
One of the most acclaimed talents on the scene, DJ Dawson combines punching house rhythms and soulful vocals with current and future electronic sounds. DJ Dawson has infiltrated a mix of groups and is able to blend with downtown, fashion, corporate, and socialite circles.
He has been featured in global events in New York, London, Toronto, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Washington D.C., Miami, Seattle, Fire Island, and Palm Springs. DJ Dawson plays at everything from black-tie galas to basement parties and festivals.
Dawson has mastered both New York’s underground and the global mainstream. His range is one of his unique qualities, and so his music can also be found online. DJ Dawson jams out for charity on Instagram Live quite often, and he’ll often throw in a PRIDE set on Sundays. Check it out.
DJ Jordss
Jordss is a London-based DJ who is known as the “Queen of R&B edits.” She received her claim to fame by playing classic favorites with a twist, but she knows how to keep her audience on their toes.
As a third-generation Jamaican, Jordss uses musical inspiration derived from her Caribbean roots. Mix that with those gritty London Garage beats, throw in a little R&B, and you have a Jordss blend.
Jordss is the founder of Girls Can’t DJ – a community that welcomes women and non-binary talent into the male-dominated profession by teaching them how to DJ, as well as promoting existing female talent.
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