At this panel, we will explore the powerful role circuit music plays within the LGBTQ+ community, examining how this genre has become a key element of queer culture, identity, and expression. Circuit music, with its pulsating beats and euphoric energy, provides a space for self-discovery, unity, and liberation, offering a soundtrack to the collective experience of celebration and resistance. We’ll dive into the historical roots of the genre, its evolution in queer spaces, and its ongoing significance in fostering a sense of belonging and empowerment for LGBTQ+ individuals. Through a blend of personal stories and cultural analysis, this discussion will highlight how circuit music continues to shape and amplify the voices and experiences of the community.
Circuit Music as a LGBTQ Cultural Identifier
Thursday, May 29, 2025 @ 7:00 PM
The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center
1828 Wiltberger Street NW / Washington, DC

MODERATOR: Paul Marengo
PANELIST: Chord
PANELIST: Jake Maxwell
PANELIST: Tezrah
FILMMAKER: Josh Davisburg


