Honey Dijon & Kevin Aviance create 2024 reimagining of iconic ballroom record ‘C*NTY’
An icon of New York City nightlife, Kevin Aviance’s ‘C*NTY’ is a record woven into the rich tapestry of the NYC Ballroom scene. “This track represents so much more than music; it’s a cultural statement,” explains Kevin, who now teams up with the inimitable Honey Dijon to deliver a new version for 2024 dancefloors, following Beyonce’s use of the track as a sample on her GRAMMY Award-winning album RENAISSANCE.
“Kevin is a true icon of nightlife. He follows in the footsteps of such legends as Sylvester, Grace Jones, Boy George, and Pete Burns. I’m so happy he is getting his flowers, as his artistry has had an indelible impact from the underground club scene to ballroom culture. It’s an honor to collaborate on this house music anthem that celebrates the vibrant frequency of the queer children of color!” – Honey Dijon.
“Over the years, ‘C*NTY’ has become a global anthem, crossing boundaries and generations. This re-release is a chance to reintroduce it to the younger generation who may not have experienced its original impact. With Honey Dijon’s incredible mixes, I can’t wait to see how today’s audience embraces the track and makes it their own.
Working with Honey on this re-release is a full-circle moment. We’ve known each other since the ’90s when we were both coming up in the New York City scene, pushing boundaries and finding our voices. There’s always been a deep mutual respect and love between us—Honey is not only a friend but a true force in music and culture. To collaborate on this release together, after all these years, just feels right. It’s a win-win for both of us, blending our shared history with a sound still ahead of its time.” – Kevin Aviance.
Embodying all the record stands for: beat, snatched, and glamorous as one would arrive for the Harlem balls, the combination of these two scene stalwarts comes as a full circle moment, having moved in the same circles since the 90s. Bursting with the electric, infectious energy of both artists, the record matches the boundless energy of Honey’s DJ sets for an unmissable release on Classic Music Company.
Kevin Aviance x Honey Dijon ‘C*NTY’ is out now via Classic Music Company. Listen here.
