On Your Radar: 5 artists to see at LadyLand Festival 2026

LadyLand Festival is set to return to Brooklyn this Pride Weekend on June 27th, transforming Under the K Bridge Park into a vibrant celebration of music, nightlife, and queer culture. Since its launch in 2018 by nightlife legend Ladyfag, the festival has become one of New York’s premier LGBTQ+ events, known for bringing together major artists, underground favorites, and emerging talent in a space that champions self-expression and community. This year’s one-day edition features a stacked lineup including Kim Petras, Romy (DJ Set), CupcakKe, and more, promising another unforgettable evening of high-energy performances and boundary-pushing artistry. Whether you’re attending for the headliners or hoping to discover your next favorite artist, here are five acts you should have on your radar at LadyLand 2026.

1. Babymorocco

Listen: “Really Hot,” “SXC,” “Bikinis and Trackies”
Similar Artists: Thoom, Frost Children, SONIKKU

London future-pop maven Babymorocco has quickly become one of the most exciting names emerging from the worlds of hyperpop and club music. Born in Casablanca, Morocco and raised in the UK, Clayton Pettet built his cult following through a combination of hyper-charged electro production, tongue-in-cheek lyricism, and an unapologetically provocative visual identity. Drawing from early-2000s dance music, hardcore club culture, and internet-era pop, he fully realized his vision on debut album Amour, executive produced by Frost Children. Since then, he has earned support from publications including Pitchfork, The Guardian, NME, and The FADER, while sharing stages with artists like The Dare, Jockstrap, COUCOU CHLOE, and Frost Children. His latest release, Amour: The Jean Paul Deluxe, continues to showcase his unique ability to balance emotional songwriting with euphoric club energy. His performances are notoriously chaotic and sweat-soaked, making Babymorocco a set fest-goers can’t miss.

2. p1nkstar

Listen: “Girls Like Us,” “My Melody,” “Glitter Queen”
Similar Artists: Dorian Electra, Alice Longyu Gao, Ayesha Erotica

Mexico-born artist p1nkstar has spent nearly a decade building a vibrant world where hyperpop, urban latin, club music, and performance art collide. Through bilingual songwriting, conceptual live shows, and larger-than-life visuals, she has established herself as one of the most distinctive voices in the Texas arts and nightlife scenes since moving to Austin in 2014. Her debut EP, Number 1 Hits!, explored queer, trans, and immigrant experiences through futuristic production and highly-processed vocals, while her work beyond music has helped create inclusive spaces for queer and trans artists throughout Austin. A recipient of multiple Best of Austin honors and the first trans person to receive an Austin Music Award, p1nkstar has shared stages with Charli XCX, Dorian Electra, Crystal Waters, and Pussy Riot, bringing the same sense of celebration, community, and fearless self-expression to every performance.

3. BAYLI

Listen: “fem-onomics,” “Lucky Number One,” “Passenger Princess”
Similar Artists: Gia Woods, Shygirl, Jae Stephens

Brooklyn-born BAYLI has emerged as one of alternative pop’s most promising voices by blending hyperpop, techno, club music, and alt-pop into a sound that feels entirely her own. After first gaining recognition as a member of The Skins, she launched her solo career with a style shaped by New York nightlife, her punk roots, and mentorship from legendary producer Rick Rubin. Her infectious melodies and adventurous production have helped cultivate a growing fanbase within New York’s queer music community, while releases like NO RE-ENTRY continue to showcase her ability to balance pop and underground club influences.

4. The Illustrious Blacks

Listen: “Funk That,” “Let The Music Set You Free,” “Outlaw”
Similar Artists: Honey Dijon, Soul Clap, Seven Davis Jr

Blending Afrofuturism, disco, house, funk, techno, fashion, and performance art, The Illustrious Blacks have created one of the most distinctive live experiences in contemporary dance music. The Brooklyn-based duo of Monstah Black and Manchildblack draw inspiration from icons like Prince, Grace Jones, David Bowie, and George Clinton while centering joy, liberation, and queer Black self-expression in their work. Their electrifying performances have taken them to major festivals and venues around the world, from the Apollo Theater to Sydney Opera House, while sharing stages with artists including Jessie Ware, Tove Lo, Big Freedia, Chaka Khan, and Doechii. Equal parts dance party and cultural statement, The Illustrious Blacks transform every performance into a celebration of community, freedom, and unapologetic individuality.

5. Sam Quealy

Listen: “Strings of Terror,” “Watch Me Now” “Londontown”
Similar Artists: COBRAH, Slayyyter, Tove Lo

Australian-born, Paris-based artist Sam Quealy has built a reputation as a rising force in techno-pop; combining music, dance, fashion, and performance art into a singular creative vision. After honing her theatrical instincts in Paris’ cabaret scene, she broke through with her debut album Blonde Venus, earning praise from publications including Vogue France and Harper’s Bazaar France. Her latest release (and sophomore album) JAWBREAKER, produced by La Femme co-founder Marlon Magnée marks a shift towards flamboyant rock with abundant use of live instrumentation, while retaining her first album’s futuristic pop sound. Between her commanding stage presence, intricate choreography, and genre-defying music, she’s poised to leave a lasting impression on festivalgoers.