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B.A.R.'s Bestie balloting begins

September 25, 2023

It's time for Bay Area Reporter readers to cast their ballots for the LGBTQ newspaper's annual Best of the Bay contest.

Man on Man: Roddy Bottum and Joey Holman's new album, SF show

by Gregg Shapiro
Sep 19, 2023

Gay duo Man On Man effortlessly avoids the dreaded sophomore slump with the incredible "Provincetown." Not shying away from its sexy subject matter, the duo is in peak condition in songs like "Gloryhole" and "Piggy."

LGBTQ History Month playlist

by Gregg Shapiro
Sep 5, 2023

We've got a select batch of new music from artists you may know, a few that you likely don't but should, and a musical score you have to love.

Quirky queer pop & comedy: one-night-only acts to catch

by Jim Gladstone
Aug 29, 2023

An esoteric collection of pop acts and comedians with distinct queer appeal will make their way through the Bay Area this season. Here are some of the most intriguing.

Q-Music: queer in your ear all year

by Gregg Shapiro
Aug 15, 2023

Our music writer shares new grooves from super-queer bands Anohni and the Johnsons, The Aces, Diners, Roselit Bone and Rodeo Boys. Listen up!

Belinda Carlisle: Still mad about her music

by Gregg Shapiro
Aug 1, 2023

Belinda Carlisle is the definition of a music legend. Her new EP, "Kismet" includes dance floor-ready bops. She discussed her work ahead of her SF concert on August 20.

Lucinda Williams: Grammy-winning singer-songwriter on her new music, memoir and tour

by Gregg Shapiro
Jul 25, 2023

Lucinda Williams has left an indelible mark on contemporary Americana, country, blues, pop, and rock music, and despite setbacks emerges victorious on record and in print in 2023.

Shelly Lares: Tejano country singer's musical life

by Laura Moreno
Jul 18, 2023

This year Shelly Lares was presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award at this year's Tejano Music Awards Show. At 51, she's been singing professionally 41 years, admired for her unique blend of Tejano country music, and only recently came out.

Help is On the Way 27: REAF's latest dazzling fundraiser

by David-Elijah Nahmod
Jul 11, 2023

Cast members from the new touring company of the classic musical "Les Miserables" will join other Broadway and cabaret stars at the Marines' Memorial Theater on July 16 for "Help is On the Way 27: Broadway & Beyond," the latest REAF fundraiser.

Post-Pride pressings; reissues from Cher and Pet Shop Boys

by Gregg Shapiro
Jul 11, 2023

Pride month has passed, but you can fly your own flag of fandom for two popular musical favorites; Cher and Pet Shop Boys, with reissued vinyl and CD collections.

Ivo Dimchev: gay singer/songwriter's Bulgarian rhapsodies

by David-Elijah Nahmod
Jun 27, 2023

Ivo Dimchev, an openly gay HIV-positive performer who hails from Bulgaria, stands his ground in his music and performances, proudly letting the world know exactly who he is.

John Waters hosts Mosswood Meltdown

by Gregg Shapiro
Jun 20, 2023

Filmmaker and "filth elder" John Waters will once again host the 2023 edition of the hip, queer, punk music festival Mosswood Meltdown in Oakland. He shared his love of punk music and style.

All aboard: Chunx and Funx of Gravy Train!!!!

by Gregg Shapiro
Jun 20, 2023

Known for its explicit and humorous queercore rap style, Gravy Train!!!! (yes, 4 exclamation marks) ascribes to a shock value code of ethics.Two of the band members talked about their reunion in advance of their Mosswood Meltdown gig on July 2.

Divas defined: Black Music Archive explains singing styles

by Cornelius Washington
Jun 20, 2023

In videos on the Black Music Archive, Milik Kashad explains the intricacies of mostly Black women singers in opera, pop, R&B and other genres, while answering questions about singing styles.

Q-music: Pride sounds all year long

by Gregg Shapiro
Jun 20, 2023

Even after you're over the rainbow, new music from Jake Shears, Rufus Wainwright and Passion Pit will have you humming along down your own yellow brick road.

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B.A.R.'s Bestie balloting begins

Man on Man: Roddy Bottum and Joey Holman's new album, SF show

LGBTQ History Month playlist

Quirky queer pop & comedy: one-night-only acts to catch

Q-Music: queer in your ear all year

Belinda Carlisle: Still mad about her music

Lucinda Williams: Grammy-winning singer-songwriter on her new music, memoir and tour

Shelly Lares: Tejano country singer's musical life

Help is On the Way 27: REAF's latest dazzling fundraiser

Post-Pride pressings; reissues from Cher and Pet Shop Boys

Ivo Dimchev: gay singer/songwriter's Bulgarian rhapsodies

John Waters hosts Mosswood Meltdown

All aboard: Chunx and Funx of Gravy Train!!!!

Divas defined: Black Music Archive explains singing styles

Q-music: Pride sounds all year long

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