Sixty years ago this month, days before the assassination of Malcolm X and weeks ahead of “Bloody Sunday” on the Edmund Pettus Bridge, the University of Cambridge’s historic debate society hosted a face-off between Black gay author, activist and public intellectual James Baldwin and conservative founder of The National Review William F. Buckley, Jr. Baldwin’s presentation is read by multidisciplinary performing artist Paul Outlaw (produced by Brian DeShazor).

And in NewsWrap: the world’s first out gay imam is killed in broad daylight on the streets of the South African city of Gqeberha, 30 young children and adults are traumatized after the invasion into an Auckland, New Zealand drag king story time by some 50 far-right Christians, a federal judge says the claim that trans pronoun use undermines U.S. troop effectiveness is “frankly ridiculous,” the Republican majority in the Kansas legislature overrides the veto of a ban on pediatric gender-affirming healthcare, Maine Governor Janet Mills and Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker stand up to Trump’s anti-trans trolling, the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts postpones a WorldPride show featuring the Washington. D.C. Gay Men’s Chorus before Trump takes over, and more international LGBTQ+ news reported this week by Michael LeBeau and Melanie Keller (produced by Brian DeShazor).

All this on the February 24, 2025 edition of This Way Out!

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Paul Outlaw: Baldwin’s American Dream/American Negro

Raiding The Crates- Disco Top 60+ Pt 1

🌈✨ This weekend, we don’t just dance—we remember, we honor, we rise. ✨🌈

On this World Pride Weekend, Velvet Nation with Boy Joey offers more than music—it offers a heartbeat. A sanctuary. A celebration of who we are, who we’ve loved, and the roads we’ve walked to get here.

This special Pride Edition wraps you in the voices that have carried us through:
Debby Holiday, with her fire.
Cyndi Lauper, with her freedom.
Cher, with her timeless strength.
Celine Dion, with her heart.
Lady Gaga, with her revolution.
Whitney Houston, with her soul.

These aren't just songs. They’re prayers on a dancefloor. Memories in motion.
For every tear we've shed in silence, there's a chorus now that roars in celebration.
For every closet, there's a rainbow door wide open.
For every lonely night, there's a rhythm that reminds you—you are not alone.

Come feel it.
Come heal a little.
Come celebrate everything we are.

🎧 Listen to the World Pride Edition of Velvet Nation now.
Let the music carry you home. 💖

#VelvetNation #BoyJoey #PrideEdition #WorldPride #LoveIsLove #QueerJoy #PrideAnthems

Velvet Nation | Episode 6 - Velvet Nation with Boy Joey – World Pride Weekend Edition

Adamusic's 'Pride Hits Megamix' set from World Pride Music Festival on June 6th, 2025. Adam opened for legendary pop acts, including Jennifer Lopez, Troye Sivan, Kim Petras, MARINA, Paris Hilton, Raye, and more.

Track IDs:
RuPaul - 'Secret Weapon' Intro
1. It's Raining Men (WESH Remix) x Take It Off - The Weather Girls, Kesha
2. Where Have You Been (Rain On Me - Edit) - Rihanna, Lady Gaga
3. Rush x Pump It Up - Troye Sivan, Endor, Danzel
4. Stronger (Adamusic Remix) - Britney Spears
5. Scheiße x Abracadabra - Lady Gaga
6. Every Girl You've Ever Loved x 100% Pure Love - Miley Cyrus, Cyrstal Waters, Naomi Campbell
7. Alter Ego (Precious Remix) x PURE / HONEY - Doechii, Beyoncé
8. 'This Is What I Want To See' - Interlude
9. Vogue x yes, and? - Madonna, Ariana Grande
10. I Love It - Icona Pop, Charli xcx
11. Super Graphic Ultra Modern Girl x PURE / HONEY - Chappell Roan, Beyoncé
12. Believe (BVRNOUT Remix) - Cher
13. Dancing On My Own (Rex The Dog Remix) x we can't be friends (wait for your love) - Robyn, Ariana Grande
14. Born This Way x I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Love Me) x We Found Love - Lady Gaga, Whitney Houston, Rihanna

PRIDE HITS MEGAMIX - Adamusic @ World Pride Music Festival 2025

EDDIE MARTINEZ LIVE @ WORLD PRIDE AFTER HOURS, WASHINGTON D.C 6.8.25

here is a portion of my set that was recorded starting at 3:30AM @ DISTRICT EAGLE - WASHINGTON D.C.

enjoy the ride.

EDDIE MARTINEZ LIVE @ WORLD PRIDE AFTER HOURS, WASHINGTON D.C 6.8.25

Live from World Pride Music Festival 2025 in Washington DC

Matt Suave @ World Pride Festival 2025

Re-live 2025 World Pride in Washington DC in a condensed version of  my set at the iconic Flash Nightclub where I spun an after hours into a sunrise set for WP25 <3 #Preparetofly

WORLD PRIDE 2025: DJ SHANE MARCUS

A travel throught circuit music, my personal selection, with all the golden tracks of the golden age of circuit, i miss those days so much hehe. Enjoy with me ! enjoy... Circuit Season !

Circuit Season 2k25 !

Live Mix from the Community Stage for Montgomery County's Pride in the Plaza event on 06/29/2025.

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KATTCO Live @ Veteran's Plaza | Pride in the Plaza 06/29/2025

this one is for the gays, gworls & theys 🌈

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KATTCO | 2025 CIRCUIT PRIDE MIX

Dancefloor Puppeteer 
booking@mattsuave.com

Ya disponible mi ultimo Set, CIrcuit season 2k25 ! 🎧

Mi alter ego es meckajet, soy un dj malagueño emergente, me considero un gran fan del trance, hard house y hard groove, pero en mis sesiones puedes escuchar muchos estilos diferentes. En mis directos en tiktok puedes seguir mas de cerca mi progreso en este proyecto. 
No dudes en contactarme 🫶🏼 
Y no olvides seguirme para mas musica!

Ig: @meckajet https://www.instagram.com/meckajet?igsh=MTF5MnZxdnVscm9teQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Tiktok: @meckajet https://www.tiktok.com/@meckajet?_t=ZN-8u9wBcOlKJa&_r=1

📩: mekadj.et@gmail.com

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With over a decade of experience behind the decks, Eddie Martinez has carved out a commanding presence in the global electronic dance music scene. Hailing from Brooklyn, New York, Martinez was inspired early on by the city’s vibrant underground nightlife. What began with intimate sets in Manhattan soon transformed into a meteoric rise, launched by a breakout residency at Fire Island Pines’ iconic Pavilion nightclub at just 21 years old.
A pivotal moment in Martinez’s career came when he caught the attention of Grammy Award-winning DJ and producer Peter Rauhofer. Their relationship quickly evolved into a deep mentorship and close friendship, with Martinez becoming a resident DJ for Rauhofer’s legendary WORK! parties. Sharing the stage with his mentor at some of the country’s most influential events, Martinez soon became a staple of New York City nightlife—earning a reputation for his high-octane sets, remix prowess, and ability to ignite any crowd.
A master of energy, rhythm, and vibe, Eddie has mesmerized dance floors around the world, performing in premier venues across Europe, Asia, South America, and North America. His international appeal and high-impact sound have secured him headlining slots at globally renowned events and festivals, including World Pride (NYC, Toronto, DC), White Party Miami, Winter Party Festival, Market Days Chicago, RAPIDO Amsterdam, The Black Party (The Saint at Large), Masterbeat, Matinée Group’s Pervert, Angels Zurich, Songkran Thailand, Discover Tokyo, URGE Miami, HIM & GYM Club (Seoul), Revolution Party Brazil, Santiago Chile, WE Party, Papa Party, and many more.
From New York to Tokyo, Eddie’s influence extends through marquee residencies in top nightlife cities including Miami, Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, Atlanta, Boston, Seattle, and beyond—solidifying his role as a global tastemaker in electronic music.
As a producer, Martinez consistently evolves his sound with boldness and precision. A graduate of SAE Institute with a degree in audio engineering, his 2014 debut album Hybrid reached #90 on the iTunes electronic chart, featuring standouts like “One Love” and “Believe.” His follow-up album Foreplay (2016) pushed boundaries even further, resonating with audiences across Europe and Australia with club-ready tracks like “I Need U,” “Show Me,” and “The Party!”
In 2018, Eddie’s single “Something About You,” released via Tommy Boy Records, charted in both Australia and Japan. His 2019 EP Digital Love soared to #1 on Beatport’s Big Room chart and maintained top-10 positions across multiple genres. His recent LP, Nocturnal Emissions—an 8-track, darkly sensual sonic voyage—features favorites like “You & I,” “Sickening,” and “Between You & Me.”
Martinez’s fifth studio release, LOVE LETTERS, delivers 17 powerful tracks, including fan favorites “Work 4 Me,” “Deep Desire,” and “You Want It,” released on Germany’s Vamos Music. His banger “Serving It” landed on the legendary Nervous Records imprint, further solidifying his mark in the industry. Meanwhile, his acclaimed Movement podcast has topped PodOmatic’s Progressive House charts multiple times, while his latest RED ROOM Series showcases his signature cutting-edge sound—seductive, tribal, and relentlessly forward-thinking.
Eddie’s talent and impact have been spotlighted in OUT Magazine—which named him the #1 DJ to Know—as well as features in The Huffington Post, The New York Post, EDGE Magazine, Next Magazine, One Way Magazine, and Man About World.
Driven by a passion to move people through music, Eddie Martinez continues to raise the bar in the world of dance music. Whether headlining a massive festival or delivering an intimate after-hours set, Martinez brings raw energy, bold beats, and unforgettable moments to dance floors across the globe.

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Shane Marcus is an American Israeli, New York City based DJ aimed at creating a full sensory musical experience by matching powerful vocals and pulsating drums centered around an international sound with heavy influences from Tel Aviv.

Having worked in nightlife for over ten years, Shane developed an affinity and passion for house music, and sought out to recreate those memorable moments that drove him to take over the decks as a DJ.

Shane delivers a truly explosive high energy performance mixing tracks from the unexpected yesterday to the well-known music we all know and love today; an experience that focuses on bringing the crowd together in a unique and memorable way.

He believes that if you can deliver an emotional experience to people through music, you can lift their senses and propel them to wherever they want to be. 


Shane has spun for iconic parties across the country such as Masterbeat, Forever Tel Aviv, White Party, Circuit MOM, Industry Club, Cherry DC, Action!, Laboratory, Rhythm Nation, Jubileo,  DIGNA, Chorus, Avalon, World Pride NYC, KOZ Miami, DC Pride, Rumours Cartegena, RUFF Miami, Fire Island Pines, MEAT, HEAT,  Penthaus, CLIMAX, Hydro Festival and many more. #preparetofly

Bookings: shanehmarcus@gmail.com

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Boy Joey, American DJ, Music Producer & Audio Mixing Engineer from Baltimore, MD. As a child, Joey spent much of his time at the family Piano, as well as playing his parent's record collection on an old turntable. At the age of 16, Joey's love of music took him on a path to creating mashups of popular songs, shortly before he began producing music for his own remixes.  Over the years, he has been heavily influenced by the work of popular music producers and artists such as Bimbo Jones, Dave Audé, Digital Dog, Avicii, Afrojack, Calvin Harris, Alesso, Hardwell, Zedd, Fedde Le Grande, Purple Disco Machine, among others.

In recent years, Joey has had the chance to do official remixes for artists like Pink, Lady Gaga, and Kygo to just name a few, as well as being a featured DJ at Bears Bikers and Mayhem, one of the largest and most popular Bear Events in the World along with being awarded not one but two Gold Records.

New tracks tagged #worldpride