BARtab :: Live Music
Celebrate Mother’s Day with Jason Brock and Dee Spencer: Enjoy a cabaret-style concert at the Chan Center
Powerhouse vocalist Jason Brock is back doing concerts in San Francisco. On May 11 he’ll celebrate Mother’s Day with a concert at the Chan National Queer Arts Center. Brock and accompanist Dee Spencer will put a queer twist on the Great American Songbook.
Queerchella: Lady Gaga, Green Day & Bob Mizer: Coachella music festival’s gayest moments
Coachella Valley once again filled with thousands of fans, influencers and people willing to pay $600 and up for single tickets, and $20 for a slice of pizza. Lady Gaga led the list of queer moments in the desert, which we enjoyed free online.
Pansy Division: Groundbreaking queercore band plays its 1000th show at Bottom of the Hill
Pansy Division has been charming us with songs like “Fem in a Black Leather Jacket,” “James Bondage” and “That’s So Gay” since 1991. The band has planned a homecoming for their thousandth concert and they’re happy to be coming home to where it all began.
Going Out, April 3-11, 2025 arts & nightlife events
We don't want to act too much like the MC in "Cabaret," but it is feeling very Weimar Republic about now. You can fight back, march, protest, call your elected officials and also try to have a good time at some point.
DEI: Diverse, Eloquent and Indie queer music
While we continue the struggle to fight censorship and mass idiocy from the White House, new albums by independent queer artists should appeal and provide inspiration. Check out new sounds from Bob Mould, Lucy Dacus, jasmine.4.t and Sharon Van Etten & The
Cheyenne Jackson's Valentine cabaret: Broadway & TV singer-actor at the Chan Center
On Valentine's Day, Broadway, film & TV actor Cheyenne Jackson will embrace his vulnerability. Set to appear in two intimate cabaret performances at the Chan National Queer Arts Center, between songs, he'll get intimate, he says in his interview.
Music with Margaret Cho: beloved comic returns to singing
Currently touring with her comedy show, and a recent 'Celebrity Jeopardy' winner, beloved actress and activist Margaret Cho is also releasing her third music album, "Lucky Gift."
Might've missed music: New albums by Father John Misty, Jessica Pratt, Mindy Smith & Sheila E.
With so much music being released on a daily basis, it's easy to understand how some albums can be overlooked. Here are some from 2024 that you might have missed.
Chicago punk music, then and now
Compared to other big cities, Chicago arrived late to the punk rock scene, but when it did, it was first embraced in gay bars such The Greenleaf and La Mere Vipere. It was in these venues that bands such as the Effigies and Verböten first got their start.
Going Out, Jan. 9-17, 2025 arts & nightlife events
Put your mittens on if you have to, because there's still plenty of arts and nightlife events to see, including live music, museums, theater and even more, in Going Out.
One Night Only with 'Some Like it Hot' - cabaret concert to benefit REAF
At the next upcoming One Night Only REAF benefit concert, gracing the stage will be cast members from the Broadway touring company of "Some Like it Hot," along with local cabaret legends Jason Brock and Paula West.
'A Woman's Song for Peace' - Upcoming Dance Brigade tour centers on peace, belonging during tumultuous time
A group of unapologetic feminists - featuring Holly Near, Ferron, Christelle Durandy, and Krissy Keefer's all-women Dance Brigade, - will take the stage for "A Woman's Song for Peace" Jan. 19 at the Herbst Theatre, and on tour.
Lea DeLaria: Powerhouse vocalist & comic to perform in SF
Initially known for her out and proud comedy, the accomplished jazz vocalist talks about her career. DeLaria will share her music and insights in "Out Rage" Jan. 18, 6pm & 8:30pm, at the Chan National Queer Arts Center.
Former Ladies of the Supremes: Classic pop music lives on at the Showcase Theater
On December 20 the glamorous Former Ladies of the Supremes will grace the stage at the Showcase Theater in San Rafael. They'll be singing old familiar favorites as they recreate the glory days, of what is perhaps the most famous girl group of all time.