Her first DJ gigs set the tone: a Saturday night residency at the club Tunnel, in 1999. Momentum followed. Alongside her partners, she co-founded Neverland Entertainment, producing weekly events at iconic venues such as Octagon, Exit, and Webster Hall.
At the same time, she was working as a professional model, a crossover that only amplified her visibility and influence—leading to a guest appearance in the cult classic Party Monster during the height of the Club Kid era.
Then life shifted. Jennylee stepped away from nightlife to pursue a successful career in real estate—but the music never left. Techno stayed loud in her car, in her head, and in her heart. Something was missing.
In 2020, everything snapped back into focus. Seeing pioneers like Frankie Bones still commanding the decks lit the fuse. The thought was simple and defiant: If they can still do it, why can’t I?
By 2024, Jennylee was fully back—and fully evolved, as rave royalty. The Baroness partnered with Jay Maniakal, and together they founded RTDF Rave Radio, her passion project and creative stronghold.
RTDF is unapologetically underground, built to unite eras and generations of rave culture while rejecting watered-down commercial trends. RTDF Rave Radio specializes exclusively in authentic underground rave genres—deliberately separating itself from mainstream EDM culture. The mission is preservation, not compromise. Pure sound. True vibes. No dilution.
Through RTDF, Jennylee now delivers weekly DJ sets, releases music through the RTDF Rave Radio label on Bandcamp, and represents a growing roster of performing artists. She’s been getting booked, reigniting a fan base she didn’t even realize was still watching—and listening. She has also stepped fully into techno production, with releases on Industrial Strength’s Hard Electronic and Brooklyn Sessions Trax.
“I only see creative growth and freedom in my future now,” she says. “Not just for me, but for all that are involved. This is my life passion.”
Baroness Jennylee isn’t chasing trends—she’s leading them. And now, in her own words, she tells us a bit more about herself. Interview by Charm Dreier, aka GabberGirl.
GabberGirl: What were your early influences into rave music; how did you find your way into the scene, and in particular, hard music?
Baroness Jennylee: My early influences were industrial: Nine Inch nails, Lords of Acid, Front 242. I used to go to a lot of all-ages (and fake ID) goth clubs as a teen. As well as punk and hardcore shows (early 90's). Then I started getting more and more into techno. I remember Saturday nights on the FM radio was a techno DJ (Liquid Todd). I sought whatever Techno tapes I could find.
Fast forward: at 17, I moved into the east village the day I graduated high school. NYC club scene was my jam (Tunnel, Limelight). I remember walking into Twilo once and REALLY liked that party, but it wasn't a club night—it was a RAVE!! (Galaxy Quest). After that I was full blown in the rave scene. Going to every single NYC rave every night.
Hardcore was the 'Techno' back then. It was all hardcore, even Frankie Bones played hardcore. The harder it was, the more I loved it. First time I heard Lenny Dee, that was IT. At the same time, I also was hired to DJ at the Tunnel as Pussylee. It all happened around the same time. (97-98-99)
GG: You were part of the second generation of rave DJs in America that appeared on the decks before the 2000’s, and before everything went digital. Do you still play vinyl on turntables, or have you switched to fully digital? Which do you like better and why?
BJ: I still have my records and A turntable, lol (to digitize the records!) I first bought turntables because all my favorite music was on records in the 90's! That's how I even became a DJ! Records have a warmth to them that digital does not have. However, there is sooo much more you can do with digital. You can get so tight on mixes so fast. So many more effects and 'tools' now. It's more like producing. I prefer the technical flexibility with digital.
Records, though, and the way the tracks produced, were so much more raw and fun; both elements have their pros. I have switched to fully digital. My Pioneer RX3 is the best controller I have ever used! Them records are heavy AF to lug around! I do have to say that I'm glad I learned on vinyl, though. Learning on digital takes a lot away from the 'listening' element, which I feel hinders many.
GG: What was it like being a female DJ in the 90’s compared to now?
BJ: Gurl!!! I was the 'ONLY' female DJ in the club back then. It was a spectacle simply because I am a woman! I'm glad the terrain is more even now. I feel now we can be valued for our skill and not just because we are women. I think I shocked a lot of people back then because nobody expected a 'Girl' to be pumping the nasty hard shit I play. Now, there's a whole army of Hard AF women DJs! Me and my sisters can give them boys a lesson on who’s the 'Hardest'!
GG: What kind of equipment are you using now for music production? What are your goals for music production, and your studio?
BJ: I use a bunch of shit. Ableton, sample packs, a Maudio Oxygen 25, a little Roland SP 404, a Behringer 303 (acid). A voice recorder app (for samples). Some more hardware stuff. For my earlier tracks, I co-wrote with an engineer.
My goals are more combining the hardware and software & learning ALL of their features. There’s so much more to build on that! I REALLY want to make more Bitchcore, so much so that it becomes its own genre. I started producing because I simply cannot find enough of it. So, I decided to make it myself!
https://hardelectronic.bandcamp.com/track/get-outta-my-seat-diva
GG: What was the craziest or funniest thing that happened to you while you were DJing or booked to DJ at an event?
BJ: Oh god, so of recently, I was picking up Lenny Dee to play an event together in New Jersey (I was on after him). On the way, he blew farts at people REALLY LOUD at every stop sign (out the car). Pedestrians got all shocked and scared. I laughed so hard it was difficult to drive. He did this the whole time. That was one of the funniest nights I can remember!
Craziest was when I was booked to play an outlaw in an abandoned train tunnel. I was one of the headliners along with Doom Mechanik and Raphie Dee. It was HUGE! An hour before my set a GIANT rock fell from the above ground train tracks onto MY HEAD!! I was knocked out for a few with a tennis ball-sized lump on my head. Dizzy AF. I still played though (and collapsed after). Bitch, show must go on. I wasn’t about to give that slot up!
The most heartwarming was when Satronica and Gonzo personally congratulated me on my sets (on different nights). That to me is a real honor to have legends I respect so much actually listen to me. DJs like that I really look up to because they share the love and give back to the talent after them.
Another best moment was the New Year's NCS RTDF Rave, like 2000 kids! I was so focused on the mix (200 plus bpms), I didn't look up all that much. Then someone told me, "Look—you made a moshpit!" I looked and it was an absolute sea of kids moshing and thrashing their hearts out. All smiles and fists! Oh, what a moment that was! I haven't seen a pit like that since the 90's!
https://soundcloud.com/rtdfraveradio/baroness-jennylee-gabbercunt
GG: Do you have anything else you would like to tell our readers?
BJ: Yes! NEVER give up on your hopes and dreams! Do what you LOVE!! No matter what and no matter who likes it or not. The people meant for you will come to you! If you do what you truly love the universe will provide all you need! You will be truly HAPPY!
And also SHARE the love! Support your team and your people! We are all in this together and we are so much stronger UNITED!
Thanks, Charm, for having me! I am grateful and honored to be a part of this!
