The Forgotten Black and Queer History of House Music

							

		
	

		
			
		
	

		
			
		
	

		
			
		
	

		
			
		
	

		
			
		
	

			
				
			
		




						
Beyond the Scenes | The Daily Show
Beyoncé and Drake released house music albums this year, leaving fans confused by their shift from pop-soul sounds to dance beats. Despite popular belief, house music comes from the the 70s disco era and fostered a safe space for Black and queer folk to feel true liberation. Daily Show producer, Chelsea Williamson, house music great, DJ Derrick Carter, and music scholar and writer, Craig Seymour, join host Roy Wood Jr. to discuss the forgotten origins of house music.
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Will Sass blends genres effortlessly to create a sound that’s both fresh and cohesive. With a knack for production, engineering, and performance, his tracks combine sharp technical skills with raw creativity, delivering thought-provoking lyrics and hooks that stick.
Over the past year, Will has teamed up with artists like Baltra, Otik, and Catching Cairo, while also lighting up stages at venues like Brooklyn Mirage, Elsewhere, and Surf Lodge. Known for his high-energy shows and genre-blurring sound, he’s shared the spotlight with talents like Barry Can’t Swim, shallou, and Amtrac.
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Reflecting on her collaboration with Will, Kamille shares, “Will is one of the most talented people I’ve ever met and it was such an honor to work with him on ‘Into The Blue.’ Every time I hear it, it feels like an escape, and I hope it does the same for everyone else.” 
Will echoes her sentiment, “I love working with Kamille. Her energy is contagious, and I’m so grateful to collaborate with someone who brings that spark to the studio. Her lyrics perfectly capture the feeling we were aiming for, and for me, that’s the pinnacle of songwriting—when the music and the mood are perfectly in sync.”
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Hey Will Sass, welcome to DT. How’s your year going?
The year is going great! Excited to get this new music out in the world. 
Can you introduce yourself for anyone who doesn’t know you?
My name is Will Sass
Where are you based currently?
Currently based in NY, born and raised!
What inspired you to get into music?
I’ve always been surrounded by music growing up. Whether that was listening to music in the car as a kid— I remember a lot of Linkin Park and Snow Patrol. Also going to nightclubs and raves in NYC, definitely led to my spark to start producing electronic music. In terms of making music, I always had feelings that I wanted to chase, I just had to wait for my technical abilities to catch up! 
Who are your biggest musical influences?
I’m inspired by savants like Mark Ronson, Kevin Parker, Kaytranada. They have their own sounds but are genre-less and timeless. 
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It took me a while to get to my first release. I spent a lot of time refining my craft. With modern-day technology, it’s become a lot easier with YouTube and Mix With The Masters! And I would say make the most of what you have, you don’t need a lot of equipment to get started.  Listening to my favorite producers and artists speak and explain their processes and craft always helps and is inspiring. Also, every time I work with someone new, I pick up a new trick I add to my arsenal. 
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Photography, fashion, and collecting things such as rare books. Living in NY I spend a lot of time exploring in the streets. It’s very easy to get inspired living here. I’ve made a lot of music after a night out at 6 am. And even when it’s during the day, I find it’s helpful to put myself in that vulnerable, emotional 6am state while creating. 
Are you working on any new material?
Of course, I’m just getting started! I have 4 EPs to come out this year, which will be worked into an album at the end of 2025.
What can we expect from you, in the next year?
A lot of music. A lot of collaborations, remixes and alternative versions of my original tracks. I did two remixes for each original, which will come out on the deluxe versions of the EPs!
What’s been the highlight of your career so far?
Probably playing Brooklyn Mirage. That was a really fun opportunity that shed light on what this could turn into. I’ve been going to that venue as a fan for years, so it felt special to play music on that iconic stage. 
Thanks for taking the time to talk to us!
With hundreds of unreleased tracks, a debut EP on the horizon, and shows lined up across the US and Europe, Will is gearing up to make a big impact. This rising star is just getting started—watch this space!
Will Sass ‘Into The Blue’ (feat. kamille) is out now! You can grab yourself a copy here!
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Inspired by the concept of “the third place”—those creative spaces outside of work and home where communities connect—Fritz channels the essence of club culture’s emotional release. Building on a legacy launched by his global hit Sky & Sand, Fritz continues to dominate stages like Awakenings and Electric Brixton, proving his status as a true icon in electronic music.





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With Third Place, Fritz Kalkbrenner invites listeners to immerse themselves in a shared journey of connection and celebration, solidifying his role as a cornerstone of the global electronic scene.
Grab & stream it from here: https://umg.lnk.to/ThirdPlace
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Joey has already made a mark with releases on top-tier labels like DeVice and Riot Records, earning support from leading names in Drum & Bass. His sound—a unique mix of deep basslines, intricate percussion, and euphoric melodies—has won him a dedicated following at home in New Zealand and on the global stage.
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Check out our premiere below and make sure you grab a copy when it drops on Friday from here!


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