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Drama Dupree Reflects on Atlanta Nightlife, Community, and Change

Published on: 7th September, 2024

In this episode of I Come Alive: Stories of Black Gay Atlanta Nightlife, host DJ Sir Daniel sits down with social media pioneer Drama Dupree. Drama delves into his experiences of moving from Opelika, Alabama to Atlanta, becoming an important figure in the city's vibrant gay nightlife scene. The discussion covers everything from the iconic clubs like Traxx to the impact of gentrification on Black queer spaces. Drama shares heartfelt anecdotes, including his initial foray into Atlanta nightlife, the evolution of the club scene, and the changing dynamics of social spaces for the Black gay community. Join us for a nostalgic yet insightful look into the rich history of Black gay Atlanta.

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I Come Alive: Stories of Black Gay Atlanta Nightlife strives to tell the stories of Atlanta's gay nightlife from the perspective of the people who lived it.

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A special thanks to the Counter Narrative Project Media Roundtable 2024.

Topics: #DramaDupree #FoodStampWars #LGBTQIA+ #QueerCulture #BlackPodcasters #BlackMusic #MusicPodcast

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Queue Points
Queue Points is the Black Podcasting Award and Ambie Award nominated music podcast that is dropping the needle on Black Music history and celebrating Black music through meaningful dialogue. The show is hosted by DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray. Visit https://queuepoints.com to learn more.

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DJ Sir Daniel

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DJ Sir Daniel is a DJ/Selector and part of Atlanta's, all-vinyl crew, Wax Fundamentals. Co-host of the Queue Points podcast, he is an advocate for DJ culture and is passionate about creating atmospheres of inclusivity and jubilation from a Black perspective.

Jay Ray

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Johnnie Ray Kornegay III (Jay Ray) is a podcast consultant and co-host and producer of Queue Points, the Ambie Award-nominated podcast that drops the needle on Black music history. In addition to his duties at Queue Points, he is the Deputy Director of Strategy and Impact for CNP (Counter Narrative Project). A photographer, creative consultant and social commentator, Jay Ray's work is centered around a commitment to telling full and honest stories about communities often ignored.