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American singer Lucia Cifarelli, best known as a primary creative force in industrial rock band KMFDM, has had her anthemic solo single “Girls Like Me” receive an epic remix. The track, originally the opening song from her 2021 solo album, I Am Eye, has been transformed by progressive house and melodic techno DJ alleykat. The high-energy remix is out today (November 14th), showcasing Cifarelli’s commanding voice and songwriting in a completely new electronic light, years after she disbanded her initial punk-influenced band, Drill.

Revered for her powerful voice and commanding stage presence, the American singer Lucia Cifarelli is best known for her membership of the industrial rock band KMFDM, with whom she has been associated since the turn of the millennium.

Cifarelli had initially founded the band Drill, who disbanded in the mid ’90s after one album and tours with the likes of Stabbing Westward, Marilyn Manson, Genitorturers, and Gang Of Four. She eventually joined forces with KMFDM leader Sascha Konietzko in 2000, subsequently becoming one of the primary creative forces in the group as both a vocalist and songwriter across twelve albums to date.

Cifarelli has also issued three solo albums since 2007, with the second of these, I Am Eye, appearing on Metropolis Records in 2021. The anthemic and empowering “Girls Like Me” was released as a single just ahead of that album and was also its opening song. It has just received an epic remix from alleykat, the progressive house and melodic techno DJ based in Las Vegas and Los Angeles, which is out as a single now.

Last Thursday night, XL Live transformed into a full-blown acid-fueled ritual as Lords of Acid brought their sexually charged industrial chaos to the capital city. Fronted by the fierce and fearless Carla Harvey, the band lit up the room with pounding bass, explicit anthems, and unapologetic sexual energy. But, the chaos started well before the headliners—it was a full evening of dark, provocative performance art.

alleykat opened the night with a high-voltage DJ set that set the pulse and tone for what was to come. Lucia Cifarelli (of KMFDM) delivered a fierce solo set dripping with attitude and industrial edge while Xris SMack kept the vibe gritty and grinding. Little Miss Nasty‘s seductive, in-your-face choreography gave the crowd whiplash in the best way possible.

The iconic techno, industrial group Lords of Acid infiltrated a sold out Bottom Lounge in Chicago, IL on Saturday night in front of a raucous crowd.  The “Praise The Lords” tour has been expression of one’s true self, an embodiment of sexual freedom and a sensory overload from the provocative performances and industrial beats.

alleykat & Xris Smack set the tone for the night with their body moving DJ sets.  The sultry Lucia Cifarelli (KMFDM) took the stage for her first show of the tour.  She strutted across the stage with her mesmerizing presence.  Lucia’s set was a mixture of electronic melodies and industrial undertones that set up the ambiance of the evening.

It was a cold rainy evening when I got to the Oriental Theater but didn’t stop people from lining up outside.

Supporting acts alleykat and Little Miss Nasty set the tone for the night with high-energy, aggressive performances that primed the crowd for the techno-industrial chaos to follow.

The evening ignited with alleykat’s pulsing set, an electrifying fusion of hypnotic trance, driving techno, and high-octane dance tracks. The bass rumbled through the floor, syncing heartbeat to rhythm, while waves of neon light bathed the crowd in a feverish glow. Her seamless transitions and instinctive command of the decks kept bodies in perpetual motion, each drop tightening the grip of the night’s spell. By the time the last track pulsed through the speakers, the venue had fully transformed—charged, restless, ready for the next act to take it further.

Seattle (May 30, 2025) – Lords of Acid brought their Praise The Lords tour to a packed El Corazon Friday night, delivering an electrifying performance that was equal parts spectacle and sonic mayhem. Supporting acts alleykat and Little Miss Nasty set the tone for the night with high energy, unapologetic performances that primed the crowd for the techno-industrial chaos to follow.

The evening opened with a pulsing DJ set from alleykat, whose seamless mix of hypnotic trance, driving techno and high-octane dance tracks transformed the venue into a neon-lit rave. Her command of the decks and intuitive flow kept the audience in constant motion, setting a thumping foundation for the rest of the night.

On May 27 2025 I headed down to San Francisco California to the DNA Lounge. The event that evening was the first Lords of Acid show with new to the band, Carla Harvey. Supporting them on this tour was alleykat and Little Miss Nasty.

alleykat was up first. She is a DJ and did a 45 minute set to ramp up the crowd and boy did she. 

The biggest and kinkiest party in Dallas took place last Saturday as the Dallas Fetish Ball celebrated its 25th anniversary at a sold-out Longhorn Ballroom.

Since its humble beginnings at the Dallas club The Church, the Fetish Ball continues to grow and expand into ever-larger venues. Who knew there were so many freaky people out there?

alleykat's new album, “Existence,” dives deep into the human soul, mapping out the highs and lows we all face. Right from the start, the album grabs you with its lively beats and cheerful tunes, reflecting alleykat’s joy and newfound freedom from her past struggles with depression. It feels like a burst of fresh air, full of energy and new possibilities.

But as the album moves forward, the tone shifts. The music becomes more reflective, echoing alleykat’s own introspective journey. Even though she’s overcome her depression, she’s now wrestling with big questions about life and her place in it. The beats slow down, and the melodies stretch out, giving us space to think and feel along with her.

The Fetish Ball took place on Saturday at the legendary Longhorn Ballroom. We were expecting plenty of bondage, leather and latex, but a lubing station was not on that list. But, then, how else was everyone supposed to keep their latex outfits gleaming throughout the night? 

As they entered, guests were greeted by a photo booth — presumably to take "before" photos commemorating the wild night. Immediately after that they found a Wheel of Pain "side show." Participants could spin a giant wheel with prompts that would make Bob Barker blush, with categories such as "Spanking," "Hot Wax" "Clothes Pins" and "Mistress Choice," a wild card of pain/pleasure.

A crowd stood in awe watching consensual play out in the open: lots of nipple pulling with chains, hitting with whips and riding crops and using sex toys on whomever took the stage to give the wheel a spin. Toward the back, there was lots more to explore; vendors displayed a variety of wares: art, harnesses, sex toys, latex accessories, stickers, leather gear, jewelry — something for every level of kink aficionado.