We have finally reached the end of the Ultimate Gay Anthems & PRIDE Classics series and this fifth volume does not disappoint. I cannot begin to describe how difficult it is to compile and mix this massive series. The decision process alone determining which songs make the cut and which get left behind is a painful process. So, if there's anything you feel is missing — it'll likely make an appearance on the forthcoming Essential Gay Anthems For A New Generation set(s) I have planned for next week. I've been siphoning new remixes for songs that will be included and placing them into their special folder and will collect our favorites since the original series began and compile everything into possibly two massive sets.

For this final set, which represents a very specific period between the 90s and says the first 15 years of the millennium with updated classics from those periods as well as the 80s — I want to recognize the DJs that have not only filled our lives with so much joy but enriched them with their mastery and midas touch when it comes to reworking other artists.

Throughout this 5-set journey, the bulk of the biggest names has already been recognized in our Legacy series, which honors the work of not only the living but the deceased members of this elite community. It's no wonder that Hex Hector, Junior Vasquez, Ralphi Rosario, Tony Moran, Freemasons, Almighty, 7th Heaven, DJ Barry Harris, Thunderpuss, Victor Calderone, Toy Armada & DJ Grind, Wayne G, and Jonathan Peters make up the bulk of what's presented here. No other DJs have contributed so much to our happiness and for that — we are most grateful for the joy they've brought to our lives.

Keep in mind that while this series is a pretty fucking big deal and massive in scope and size — in no way does it discount or relegates artists, DJs, and allies to the LGBTQ+ community not mentioned or represented in this series any less worthy. We worship them all and if I've left someone out — please accept my deepest apologies.

I'll be back next week. Until then...ENJOY!

Album: Ultimate Gay Anthems & Pride Classics Vol. 5

Genre: Circuit, House, Hi NRG

Year: 2022

Total Time: 04:30:48

1. Whitney Houston - My Love Is Your Love (Jonathan Peters' Tight Mix)

2. Céline Dion - I Drove All Night (Hex Hector Extended Vocal Import)

3. Divine - Lately (Jonathan Peters' Full Mix)

4. LeAnn Rimes - How Do I Live (Cahill Remix)

5. Shawn Christopher - Another Sleepless Night (Soulshaker Club Mix)

6. 7th Heaven feat. Katherine Ellis - Ain't Nothin' Goin' On But The Rent (7th Heaven Club Mix)

7. George Michael - I Want Your Sex 2010 (Freemasons Club Mix)

8. Kathy Brown vs.