Karl Michelfelder

Karl Michelfelder is a Philadelphia-based journalist, disc jockey, and philanthropist. After attending Temple University with a degree in communications and a minor in journalism, Karl (under the moniker DJ Carl Michaels) immersed himself in all that is Philadelphia. He worked as a label and store manager at the famed 611 Records, toured the country, and still managed to write for underground publications on the side. Karl also joined forces with Matthew Ray and the HX brand to be Associate Publisher of HX Philadelphia magazine, publishing a 52-page weekly magazine for over two years. Karl currently makes his home in South Philadelphia and prides himself in his fundraising work on behalf of Philadelphia’s LGBTQIA+ community.

Recent Articles from this Writer

Trolling Oz: Fetterman’s campaign uses Dr. Oz’s own content against him

I’ll admit that when Dr. Mehmet Oz announced his run for US Senate in Pennsylvania, I thought he’d be a threat. With today’s political landscape and the cult of personality that catapulted Trump into office, I assumed that the Republican…
Drag As A Family Affair

Ian Morrison, aka Brittany Lynn, is a household name in Philadelphia for many reasons.
“I AM NOT GOING TO HARRISBURG WITH THE IDEA THAT WE’RE GOING TO COOPERATE WITH REPUBLICANS”

Coming out ahead of a formidable field of candidates for the Pennsylvania House seat vacated by Brian Sims in PA district 182, Ben Waxman discusses the issues that he plans to tackle without compromise.
From Pandemic to Community: Rogue Dance Parties bring the Philly House Scene Together

I started going to rave parties when I was 19 years old, when local promoters would throw events in unsuspecting locations that were either completely illegal or operated outside of the “nightclubs,” leaving cops no options to shut them down.
Kyle Firestone About Polari Pride Pool Party At The W Philadelphia

We caught up with Kyle as he prepares for his huge Polari Pride Pool Party at the W Philadelphia on their amazing Wet Deck.
30 Years Of Junk

It takes a lot for an artist to stand out. Even more to keep standing out.
Chastity Brown: A Refreshing Sign Of The Times

Chastity Brown transforms despair and tension into beautiful music that draws from blues, soul and Americana.
Art as Social Justice – United We Heal amplifies black stories and mental health

Social anxiety is often the fuel for an explosion of artistic expression, which serves to both uplift voices and provide release for both artist and consumer.
Welcome to LGBTQ+ Pride Month!

Stay tuned next week for a full list of the rest of the Pride month events following our big weekend.
Join The Philadelphia Arts in Education Partnership Program

A new program designed to pair artists to students may offer a new place to use your creative voice in a teacher/student setting.
A Tragic Event In Philadelphia’s Gayborhood

A tragic event that unfolded over the last two weeks has rattled the Gayborhood.
Art for Transformative Justice. On The Highway

Artists like Banksy and so many others have used their art to make political statements. The Black Arts Movement was and is a powerful voice addressing oppression and inequality through words, visuals, and music.
Philly’s DJ Robert Drake on 40 years behind the decks and where Sex Dwarf comes from

From impertinent upstart at a gay newspaper to parlaying volunteering into a 35-year career in radio, he's seen it all. His iconic party Sex Dwarf has its own culture. Where the heck does the name come from, anyway?
Drag legend Varla Jean Merman will make you laugh about having anxiety this weekend

On the way to Provincetown for her 25th summer, Merman stops by Tabu for two shows this weekend. Her latest is about the shared experience. That is, we've all been through the pandemic. It sucked. Let's laugh about it.
Philly dance party The Shakedown keeps it moving with house music 20 years and going

Despite a global pandemic and the ups and downs of 20 years on Earth, The Shakedown continues as a monthly dance party this month on May 14.

Recent Articles from this Writer

Trolling Oz: Fetterman’s campaign uses Dr. Oz’s own content against him

Drag As A Family Affair

“I AM NOT GOING TO HARRISBURG WITH THE IDEA THAT WE’RE GOING TO COOPERATE WITH REPUBLICANS”

From Pandemic to Community: Rogue Dance Parties bring the Philly House Scene Together

Kyle Firestone About Polari Pride Pool Party At The W Philadelphia

30 Years Of Junk

Chastity Brown: A Refreshing Sign Of The Times

Art as Social Justice – United We Heal amplifies black stories and mental health

Welcome to LGBTQ+ Pride Month!

Join The Philadelphia Arts in Education Partnership Program

A Tragic Event In Philadelphia’s Gayborhood

Art for Transformative Justice. On The Highway

Philly’s DJ Robert Drake on 40 years behind the decks and where Sex Dwarf comes from

Drag legend Varla Jean Merman will make you laugh about having anxiety this weekend

Philly dance party The Shakedown keeps it moving with house music 20 years and going