Counter-Archives from the Dancefloor
A Scorpio's diary of sound, performance, and rebellion.
EDC 2009 (Saturday) Left to Right: J, Pinkwhore, Gynawho, Alehzay & La Lucha Sucia. “We wore flufflies, Hello Kitty backpacks, kandi, glitter and danced all night until the sun rose before anyone called it a bender.” said Molly Margarita, Mama K and La Lucha Sucia in a Story Circle interview. Rave culture in Southern California... Continue Reading →
For my HoneyLuvers, this one’s for us. The ones who feel the bass in our chest like a heartbeat, who find home on the dancefloor, who know sound is a form of resistance. Photo via @honeyluv Instagram April 24, 2025 This blog centers on Taylor Character, known as HoneyLuv, a Black woman house DJ from... Continue Reading →
Personal Archives: Scorpio, Molly, and Yapdos at Afternoon Umbrella This weekend felt like a love letter to the kind of joy you cannot buy a ticket for. My friend Molly drove all the way from Ventura county to spend the weekend with me and Chuy. No big plans, just vibes. But also me and my... Continue Reading →
Counter-Archives from the Dancefloor 