37 Hot Shots From Queer Capita’s Queer & Now Annual Pride Party

On Tuesday night Queer Capita – an unparalleled diversity development organization that supports LGBTQ+ music industry professionals nationwide – hosted its second annual Pride celebration, Queer & Now, on the rooftop of Bushwick’s Elsewhere venue.

According to the press release the event was, "sponsored in partnership with Amazon Music, Glossier, Aperol, and Virgin Music Group, Queer & Now brought together Queer Capita’s 400+ members (who represent over 200 music companies) and their allies for a special all-Queer performance lineup including Dorian Electra, Madison Rose, The Dragon Sisters, and Rodney Chrome alongside local legends DJ Dee Diggs and Queen Essa Noche who also served as the evening’s host. The show-stopping performances were broadcasted live via Amazon Music’s official Twitch channel(the platform’s most subscribed music channel) and are available to watch nowhere.

"The event also raised awareness for Queer Capita partner Drag Out The Vote – a nonpartisan, 501(c)(3) non-profit working with drag performers like Brita Filter, Marti Gould Cummings, and Cynthia Lee Fontaine to promote participation in democracy. "

Check out the photos of the big night below.

Images Courtesy of Madeleine Thomas, Alan Shindelman, Luis Eduardo Suarez