This month we celebrate some of the amazing talent that lives right here among us in Vancity’s ever-growing QUEER community. We would like to recognize the undeniable talent, creativity and dedication that all of these artists bring to the table month after month. A huge shout to all of the DJs, performers and party-goers . The party is the people!!!


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DJ O SHOW (Vancouver)

DJ O Show brings 8+ years of experience to the industry. She has dedicated herself to her passion of music, chiseling out her niche as a female hip hop and R&B DJ in Vancouver, BC.

www.djoshow.com

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BODY PARTY

If you wanna party, shake your body!

Bella and ManyBothans have been DJ'ing throughout BC for years individually, but when the two stepped on stage together in 2014, it was love at first mix. Now, after years of trading track for track at all your favourite queer parties in East Van, they have developed a rep for delivering all the hype all the time.

Press Kit: https://www.bodyparty.ca/press/

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SOFTIESHAN (YVR)

Vancouver born and bred, Softieshan has quickly become one of the city's favourite djs and event producers, widely known for her femme-forward rap sets and all around radiant vibes. Founding member of PEP TALK, organizer of Intersessions, resident dj at The Fox and the American, you can find her playing heavy hits guaranteed to make you dance!

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SKYLAR LOVE (YVR)

Inspired by underground rave parties they attended in the 90’s Sky picked up their first set of turntables at the age of 15. Since then, they've witnessed the evolution of DJing and electronic music for over a decade and bring in the elements of old school and new school to their DJ sets.

Influenced by Deep House, Bass music and Hiphop, this renegade DJ has love for all genres which is revealed through their original mashups and remixes. Skylar is a strong advocate on breaking barriers for queer DJs and has traveled all over headlining in major cities including Berlin, Los Angeles, Mexico City, Las Vegas, Honolulu, Atlanta, San Francisco and Oakland. Skylar shows versatility through imaginative style and sound over live performances and recorded DJ sets. The mission is to take you on a musical journey of different beats, rhythms and sounds through the medium of freestyle mixing.

www.soundcloud.com/iamskylarlove


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HOUSE WERQ is brought to you by local Queer DJs seeking to bring back the ways of the old school, playing a range of bass, tech, UK and G-house tunes. Enter a new dimension and lose your self in the music w/ AWood, Lola Phyne, Giselle Gissala & LeahBabe!



AWOOD (Vancouver)

AWood loved house music long before she decided to play it in clubs. From techno to disco, expect a ride through her set on a deep and groovy bassline. AWood looks forward to taking you on a journey through the genre that was born from the queer dance parties of the 70s and 80s. Untz!

www.mixcloud.com/AWood55

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LOLA PHYNE (Vancouver)

VanCity bred up and coming producer Lola Phyne has been busy captivating local and international audiences for years. Known for her ever evolving style, no one can doubt that the common theme is deep, earth-quaking, booty shaking bass. Lola's bouncy, high energy sets are packed with familiar melodies, unique beats and unsuspecting basslines that will get anybody groovin'.

Even with a steady schedule of shows and festivals, Lola is hard at work in the studio collaborating other local and global producers to create and shape a sound that is truly her own.

https://soundcloud.com/lolaphyne

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GISELLE GISSALA

"Giselle Gissala is a thriving DJ duo formed by a pair of openly queer female twins. The twins are not only musically inclined but also understands quality experience by using music to bring their audience on an unforgettable adventure. Allowing no limitations to their style of music, they gravitate to a variety of genre including all types of House music, Trap, and EDM. While electronic DJs are rising by the dozen, Giselle Gissala's unique, entertaining, and energetic personalities will keep you hyped all night long."

Their tag team DJ set includes a wide variety of genres including EDM, Deep House, Topical House, Future House, Top40, Mashups, Bass Music, Bounce House, Electronic, Minimal, G-House and more!

www.soundcloud.com/ArmisticeTwinsMusic

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LEAHBABE (Vancouver)

LeahBabe is a home-grown Vancouver DJ, as well as a proud member of the local LGBTQ community. While a student in Victoria, Leah burst out of the closet and onto the decks, and has never looked back. She has opened for house talents like Le Youth, Lane 8, Viceroy, and Pat Lok. LeahBabe's sets are fun and high-energy: expect to hear a range in house tunes and remixes that are guaranteed to get the floor bumping and the crowd moving. If you miss LeahBabe behind the decks, catch her front and center dancing around Vancouver's queer scene.



▽▼◉ RooM #3 KARAOKE! ▽▼◉

Your time to shine ;)


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LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Babes on Babes is held on occupied Indigenous land belonging to the Coast Salish Peoples. This includes the territories of the Musqueam, Skxwú7mesh-ulh, Stó:lo &Tsleil-Waututh nations.

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EVENT INFO:

Hosted by: Brigee.K

** 2 dance rooms + DJs + Karaoke

** Cover: $15

** Doors Open: 10pm

** There are no presale tickets, tickets will be available at the door. Fortune is a big venue with plenty of space for all, we also have lots of door staff on board to ensure entry runs smooth and speedy :)

Accessible pricing policy in effect! --> It's important to us that folks with financial barriers be able to access this event. We ask that you give us an advance notice if you need sliding scale admission. Whatever you can afford is okay.

Email us at babesonbabesteam@gmail.com

19+ / Everyone welcome LGBTQIA2+ / All identities welcome.

Washrooms are gender neutral.

Venue - Fortune Sound Club 147 E. Pender St.

Fortune is easily accessible by transit, street parking is available but please don’t drink and drive.

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