By Jimmy Newsum
As Pride heats up and summer pulses just around the corner, a vibrant new wave of anthems is ready to ignite gay dance floors everywhere. From euphoric club bangers to fierce empowerment tracks, these releases aren’t just songs. They’re rallying cries for freedom, joy, and unapologetic self-expression. Whether it’s On Mekahel’s circuit-party sizzler or Sarah Schroeder’s fiery anthem of resilience, each track offers a high-energy escape tailor-made for Pride season. Get ready to hit the floor. These five tracks are your soundtrack to the most unforgettable Pride yet.
“All Night Long”
Kory Burns
Kory Burns turns up the heat with “All Night Long,” a sultry, soul-stirring triumph that marks a bold evolution for the rising pop-R&B star. Co-written with Grammy-nominated producer Tauren Stovall (Usher’s “Good Good”) and hitmaker Sean McMillion (DJ Khaled, Trey Songz), the track oozes sensuality with sleek, slow-burning production and Burns’ signature velvet vocals. But more than a sexy groove, “All Night Long” is a declaration of identity. With this release, Burns publicly comes out as bisexual, channeling the vulnerability and pride of that moment into every note. The result is a deeply personal yet universally resonant anthem of love, truth, and liberation.
“Fake Ass Bitch (F.A.B)”
Océane Aqua-Black (ft. Kween Kong, Ra’Jah O’Hara & Silky Nutmeg Ganache)
Canada’s Drag Race icon Océane Aqua-Black delivers pure attitude and empowerment with “Fake Ass Bitch (F.A.B),” a fierce, no-holds-barred anthem featuring fellow Drag Race royalty Kween Kong, Ra’Jah O’Hara, and Silky Nutmeg Ganache. Produced by Velvet Code, the track pulses with high-gloss electro-pop and gritty hip-hop flair in the style of Todrick Hall. But beyond the beat, “F.A.B” makes a vital statement about Black representation in drag and dance music. “Too often, we’re passed over,” Océane says. “I wanted to show the world what we can do together.” Mission accomplished. This is a strut-worthy banger with heart, sass, and a whole lot of soul.
“On the Wire”
Sarah Schroeder (a.k.a. Sarah Sasha)
Emerging pop powerhouse Sarah Schroeder, stepping into her alter ego Sarah Sasha, makes a fearless debut with “On the Wire.” A soaring anthem of rebirth, it fuses cinematic pop with raw, emotionally charged lyrics that speak to anyone balancing on the edge; vulnerable, yet unbreakable. “There comes a point when you stop playing by the rules and start playing by your truth,” she says, and the track captures that transformation with electric intensity. Paired with a visually stunning music video packed with fierce choreography and symbolic imagery, “On the Wire” announces Sarah Sasha as a bold new voice and a force to watch.
“Pretty Boy”
On Mekahel
On Mekahel, the out singer, reality TV personality, and fashion designer, brings high-glam energy with “Pretty Boy,” a glittering dance anthem that blends playful lyrics, cultural pride, and fierce self-love. With its pulsing beat, catchy hooks, and tongue-in-cheek swagger, the track sees Mekahel stepping fully into the confident persona he’s long dreamed of becoming. Co-written with his husband Dave and produced by Tel Aviv’s Ran Ziv, “Pretty Boy” is more than just a club track. It’s a personal celebration of beauty, identity, and the power of loving who you are, out loud and on your own terms.
“Bye Girl Bye”
Maxxie LaWow (voiced by Angie Fisher)
Fueled by the powerhouse vocals of Grammy-nominated Angie Fisher, “Bye Girl Bye” is a dance-pop anthem that dazzles with polish, theatrical flair, and unapologetic club energy. It is featured in the new animated film, Maxxie LaWow: Drag Super-Shero, depicting the moment Maxxie steps into her power, silences the haters, and lets her charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent take the spotlight. Imagine the fire of P!nk, the glam of Gaga, and the soul of Robyn—all wrapped in drag-fueled fabulousness. The remix package turns up the heat even further, with Grammy-winning DJ Tracy Young, Dirty Disco, Until Dawn, Division 4 & Matt Consola, and Jace M & Toy Armada each delivering their own electrifying take on the track. “Bye Girl Bye” isn’t just a song—it’s a declaration. Stream it loud, stream it proud, and keep it on repeat.