This month we caught up with Brighton queer legends DJ duo Wildblood & Queenie to talk Pride, iconic gigs and why inclusive lineups matter
How did you get into DJing?
Kate (Wildblood): Inspired by Venus Rising at Brixton’s Fridge and DJ Vicki Edwards, I launched Brighton’s first lesbian house music night, Shameless Hussies, at Fagins in 1992. We had no budget for big-name DJs, so with the biggest record collection, I jumped on the decks myself.
Queenie: I was already playing percussion at the Zap’s Coco Club when we discovered Shameless Hussies. I called Kate asking if we could “bang some bongos” at the club night and that “yes” led to many more. Eventually we were DJing together at Wild Fruit, The Candy Bar, Charles Street and Sunday Sundae at Audio.
What are your standout gigs?
Kate: Playing Horse Meat Disco at The Eagle last year felt like gay Mecca, red lights, smoke machines, leather and disco darlings everywhere. Brighton Pride also remains a huge highlight, especially performing to thousands at the Wild Fruit Dance Tent alongside Brighton’s iconic Fruity DJs.
Queenie: Dykes On Decks at The Tempest was unforgettable! Bringing 50-year-old disco to Brighton’s queer kids brought the sweat and the smiles.
Where can we find you during Pride 2026?
We’re at Dykes on Decks at The Tempest on Friday night, Brighton Beach House on Saturday afternoon, Fear and Loathing at Brighton Electric and Brighton Pride’s Outro Stage on Sunday, before heading to the Sunday Sundae Pride Reunion at Patterns.
Female DJ representation is under the spotlight right now, how important is it to have gender-inclusive lineups?
If your DJ lineup doesn’t represent your dancefloor, what kind of club are you? Promoters need to challenge the lazy narrative that there aren’t enough female DJs and create opportunities for FLINTA talent year-round. House music was built by queer, Black and Hispanic communities, and diversity should remain the backbone of our dancefloors, DJ booths and festivals.
Tell us three things you love about Brighton
Walking the beach with a Fishing Museum coffee, Brighton’s incredible LGBTQI+ scene and the city’s rich history of activism, creativity and nightlife.
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