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Going Out, Oct. 10-18, 2024 arts & nightlife events

October 9, 2024 | by Jim Provenzano

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

by Gregg Shapiro
Oct 8, 2024

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

by Dana Piccoli, News Is Out
Oct 7, 2024

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.

Meet Todd Ghanizadeh: new CEO of Marin Jazz has big plans for company

by David-Elijah Nahmod
Sep 27, 2024

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.

The Aces hold all the cards: All-female Utah-native queer band at The Fox Oakland

by Gregg Shapiro
Sep 23, 2024

3/4th of the all-female Utah-native band The Aces are queer. It's not four of a kind, but it's pretty good odds, regardless. The Aces' 2023 album "I've Loved You For So Long" features some of the catchiest and queerest songs you are likely to hear.

Top of the pops: Fall Arts Preview in pop, rock and more music 2024

by Michael Flanagan
Sep 3, 2024

San Francisco band Sly and the Family Stone sang about "Hot Fun in the Summertime" in the 1960s, but those of us who have been here for a while we know that the real hot music comes to the Bay Area in the fall.

Emily Saliers: Singer-songwriter on Indigo Girls' success

by Gregg Shapiro
Aug 13, 2024

The Indigo Girls — Emily Saliers and Amy Ray — are having a moment. Along with a national tour, their songs have been featured in two recent films, and the documentary about their lives shares music and more.

Remembering Karen Carpenter: Laurie Roldan pays tribute to iconic singer

by David-Elijah Nahmod
Aug 13, 2024

A lifelong fan of the singer-songwriter, Bay Area singer Laurie Roldan 'Sings a Song for You: a Cabaret Concert Inspired by the Music of Karen Carpenter" on August 17 and 25 at the Gateway Theater in San Francisco.

Ben Platt's 'Honeymind' - love songs on his new CD

by Brian Bromberger
Aug 12, 2024

Ben Platt's third album, unlike his previous electro-pop efforts, has a folky Americana sound, reminiscent of early 1970s, somewhere between James Taylor and Barry Manilow.

Outside Lands is outer than ever - Queer representation hits a high note this year

by Jim Gladstone
Aug 6, 2024

From the disco era charisma of Grace Jones to the girlie-pop twinkle of Chappell Roan, there's a bumper crop of music from queer artists and icons to harvest at this year's Outside Lands festival, from Friday, Aug. 9 through Sunday, Aug. 11.

'Karma' - Boy George tells all

by Cornelius Washington
Aug 6, 2024

One of the primary prerequisites of being a true star is that the general public never grows tired of seeing or hearing you. Boy George's "Karma: My Autobiography" (Blink Publishing) proves his merit as a gender-blurring pioneer as well as a musician.

Willi Carlisle - queer singer/songwriter's country/folk 'Critterland'

by Gregg Shapiro
Jul 29, 2024

If Arkansas-based Willi Carlisle isn't on your radar yet, he should be. Not only do Carlisle's distinctively poetic lyrics separate him from most of the pack, but as an accomplished multi-instrumentalist, his talent is sure to make a lasting impression.

Mama Cass tribute at Oasis: Ruby Vixen & Leigh Crow host the cabaret night

by David-Elijah Nahmod
Jul 20, 2024

On July 29, the 50th anniversary of Mama Cass Elliot's passing, Oasis will present a Mama Cass Tribute Cabaret, an evening of song hosted by Ruby Vixen and Leigh Crow.

Sapphira Cristál Comes to SF - 'Drag Race' Miss Congeniality to play Bimbo's

by David-Elijah Nahmod
Jul 9, 2024

Sapphira Cristál is most definitely a star on the rise. On July 17 she'll make a stop in San Francisco to do a show at Bimbo's, part of a multi-city tour that includes appearances all over the country, and even a few stops in Canada.

Matthew Martin is Judy Garland: Local drag star returns to Oasis

by David-Elijah Nahmod
Jun 25, 2024

Matthew Martin is well known, even beloved, for his portrayals of Hollywood's legendary leading ladies. On July 4, 5, and 6, Martin will return to Oasis, appearing as queer icon Judy Garland.

BARtab :: Live Music

Going Out, Oct. 10-18, 2024 arts & nightlife events

Vinyl destination: Diana Ross and The Supremes, Kate Pierson, Ruthie Foster & more

Local LGBTQ+ Media Giving Day is October 8

Meet Todd Ghanizadeh: new CEO of Marin Jazz has big plans for company

The Aces hold all the cards: All-female Utah-native queer band at The Fox Oakland

Top of the pops: Fall Arts Preview in pop, rock and more music 2024

Emily Saliers: Singer-songwriter on Indigo Girls' success

Remembering Karen Carpenter: Laurie Roldan pays tribute to iconic singer

Ben Platt's 'Honeymind' - love songs on his new CD

Outside Lands is outer than ever - Queer representation hits a high note this year

'Karma' - Boy George tells all

Willi Carlisle - queer singer/songwriter's country/folk 'Critterland'

Mama Cass tribute at Oasis: Ruby Vixen & Leigh Crow host the cabaret night

Sapphira Cristál Comes to SF - 'Drag Race' Miss Congeniality to play Bimbo's

Matthew Martin is Judy Garland: Local drag star returns to Oasis

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