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Queerly independent: music from Michelle Malone, Matty Frank, Pandora Boxx & more
New albums by Michelle Malone, Jim Andralis, Matty Frank, Pandora Boxx, Jeffery Straker, Beastii, and a reissue by Mutts are reviewed by our audiophile music writer.
Going Out, Oct. 24-Nov. 2, 2024 arts & nightlife events
Halloween night isn't until next Thursday, but we've got plenty of nightlife events that'll spook you, offer drag delights and invite all around costume fun, like the annual Glow in the Streets. We've also got arts and nightlife events that don't have suc
Time between tunes: Camera Obscura, X, Kate Nash, David Gilmour & more albums reviewed
Our prolific music reviewer shares new albums by Camera Obscura, X (their final album and tour), Kate Nash, David Gilmour, Washed Out and Nada Surf.
'Halloween: A Fantasy in Three Acts' - photo book recalls Halloween celebrations of long ago
In 1981, photographer Ken Werner published a book of photos, titled simply, "Halloween: A Fantasy in Three Acts," that featured some of his photos from those wild street parties of long ago. The book has just been reissued in a new edition.
Going Out, Oct. 17-25, 2024 arts & nightlife events
Our autumnal harvest of arts and nightlife events take on a hint of pre-Halloween hilarity, with many other non-costumed revelries, all in Going Out.
Swishcraft: Musical comedian Tim Murray brings hex appeal to Feinstein's
"Witches!," the seasonal and spicy cabaret act Tim Murray has been touring the country with each October since 2022, is a very queer, unabashedly autobiographical romp.
Going Out, Oct. 10-18, 2024 arts & nightlife events
Whether you're hiding in the shade to beat the (thankfully passed) heat or daring to celebrate under the sun at events like Flagging in the Park this Saturday, we've got plenty of indoor and outdoor nightlife and arts entertainment in Going Out.
Vinyl destination: Diana Ross and The Supremes, Kate Pierson, Ruthie Foster & more
Our prolific music writer covers vinyl reissues, and new albums by Diana Ross and the Supremes, Kate Pierson, Ruthie Foster, Jerry Paper, Cassandra Jenkins, TR/ST, and Logic.
Local LGBTQ+ Media Giving Day is October 8
News Is Out, a collaboration of six LGBTQ+ media representing more than 250 collective years of experience covering the community, is launching the first Local LGBTQ+ Media Giving Day Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024 during LGBTQ History Month.
Going Out, Oct. 3-11, 2024 arts & nightlife events
While the very popular Castro Street Fair will take over that district on Sunday, October 6, you can be sure we have plenty more arts and nightlife events all around the Bay Area in Going Out.
Folsom's back in style
This year's Folsom Street Fair was a gigantic display of leather and kink.
Terror Vault's 'Fatal Abduction' promises thrills & chills
Peaches Christ loves horror, and returns with the latest incarnation of her popular attraction, Terror Vault's "Fatal Abduction," a creepy sci-fi alien experience, at the SF Mint, Oct. 4-Nov. 3.
Meet Todd Ghanizadeh: new CEO of Marin Jazz has big plans for company
Todd Ghanizadeh, CEO of the newly formed Marin Jazz, has big plans. The company, which launches its inaugural season on October 4 with a concert by jazz legend Tito Puente Jr., offers a wide array of performers over the next few months.
Going Out, Sept. 26-Oct. 4, 2024 arts & nightlife events
Sure, we've got your leather, your circuit parties, and your cruisy fun. But we've also got arts and nightlife events that don't have such a kinky dress code, in abundance, in Going Out.