American Disco (Akron, Ohio Gay Nightclub/70's and 80's) ramrod boston The Powerhouse is known for

The Powerhouse is known for its themed events and has become a staple in the SoMa nightlife scene

it boldly claimed its name—and its identity—at a time when few LGBTQ spaces could do so openly

A sprawling triple LP that smashed punk into dub

and city nightcrawlers — a brotherhood built on sweat

Originally opening in 1973 on Christopher Street

American Disco (Akron, Ohio Gay Nightclub/70's and 80's) ramrod boston The Powerhouse is known forAmerican Disco Akrons Gay NightclubBefore Akron slept, American Disco pulsedmirrored lights, chrome railings, and a dance floor that refused to quit. Through the 70s and 80s, it was the citys answer to Studio 54: a place where queer joy drowned out small town judgment and Donna Summer reigned supreme.