Tracklist: https://wkdu.org/playlist/67728

Poetik selektions (she/they) is a queer femme selector DJ specializing in dancefloor activation and evoking emotions. Originated in New York and now based in Philadelphia, she prioritizes Black diasporic music, genre bending sounds, and occasional trolling and surprises to ensure the crowd stays engaged. You'll tend to hear ranges of Club, House, World, and Soul in their sets, featuring a blend of classic sounds and contemporary hits. You can find them playing all over the city at events centering queer and trans people of color, community building or their monthly regular residency at Dahlak Paradise curating all types of dance parties.

Tracklist: TBA

Rebel Foster, a versatile DJ from Chester, PA, has been a fixture in Philadelphia’s music scene for over a decade. Starting at age 15, his genre-blending sets—rooted in soul, hip-hop, house, and trap—have earned him residencies at venues like Saint Lazarus Bar and performances at The Fillmore, The Barbary, and Broad Hall alongside acts like Questlove and Jazmine Sullivan. Known for his community-driven work, Foster continues to use music to unify and inspire.

Philadelphia-based DJ Dommis moves bodies and keep the music lovers satisfied. From House & Disco, Funk & Soul, Dancehall and beyond, Dommis provides a unique experience for dancefloors across a variety of nightlife scenes. His style is forward-thinking while remaining true to the legacy of the music and nightclubs that paved the way.

Eva J joined Dr. Plotkin fresh off his island vacation and turned the heat back up on The Listening Room.

Tracklist: https://wkdu.org/playlist/67724

A zinging and spacious flashback through some old classic tracks from Orbital, whose Brown Album was just reissued this month, plus other "electronica"-ish tidbits from Vapourspace, Aphex Twin, Fluke, Freaky Chakra, Mark Ambrose, and more.

Tracklist: TBA

americaluvsme! and angel jelly are the team behind Refresh, Philadelphia’s premier alternative dance event. Combining their passion for experimental underground club sounds with mainstream pop and dance music, they aim to bring alternative sounds to the forefront of Philadelphia clubs.

This weekend brings them into new territory, as they book their first event at iconic Philadelphia hotspot Warehouse on Watts. Joined by club veteran DJ Swisha, experimental pioneer GRRL, NYC’s Syd, and Philadelphia’s staple disc jockey Jewelssea.

Keeping it warm and brisk in the mix today in a cheerfully distracted all-vinyl selection, going from house into lazy techno. Featuring tracks by Barker, Erot, King Britt, DJ Koze, Circulation, Rai Scott, Reggie Dukes, Baird Remo, and many more.

Slower currents of deep techno, IDM, and loopy abstractions today in an all-vinyl mix, featuring Ben Bondy, Bola, Multicast, Tin Man, Dust-E-1, Placid Angles, Janek Schaefer, Edgar Froese and many more.

R3MSATIVA is a queer non-binary Philly based Multidisciplinary Artist x DJ x Producer. SATIVA elevates the crowd with their melting pot of eclectic sounds and adaptable blends ranging from Philly/Jersey Club, Reggaeton, Dembow, Techno, & Vogue. R3MSATIVA is a resident DJ for SUBZERO PHL and has performed at: Philly Pride Festival, Philly Fashion Week, WKDU, Philly Trans March AfterParty, Critical Hit (NYC) and was highlighted at the Philadelphia Museum of art for their Friday Night Lounge. Their new project/party series in collaboration with OnSocial PHL - SAZÓN - A QUEER LATIN NIGHT- has been a huge hit within the Philly Club Scene. SATIVA reads the crowd and is highly adaptable. Be ready to POP that BOOTY with R3M SATIVA on the 1’s & 2’s!

Vicenta is a Philly based queer Mexican dj. As an avid record collector and co-founder of the Lindo collective, they have a strong focus on techno and bass music. They strive to highlight the queer POC history of dance music that is often overlooked.

This episode of DonsMusicCorner aired on the Black Experience in Music, Sunday, May 18, 2025, on WKDU Philadelphia.

Communicator/Host: Don Hinson

Tracklist: https://wkdu.org/playlist/67396

Andrea toes the line between ambient, dubstep, and all things bass and 2step. Her expertise and upbringing in death metal and shoegaze sets the stage for an interesting approach to production and DJing. Focusing on the palette of sound and the energy of a room, she utilizes these starting points to create a fresh take on club music.