Pick of the Week: The Japanese House “:)”
“The softness of the Japanese House’s new single, ‘:),’ is exactly what indie-pop radio needs right now as summer is in full force…”
“I’m Coming Out”: The Rise of the Queer Pop Anthem
“With the recent outbreak of gay pop taking the music industry by storm, artists like Chappell Roan and MUNA are making names for themselves by bringing their pride into their music…”
Deep Dive: Queer Radio History
“Through history’s highs and lows, queer radio—though little reported on—has remained pivotal to the advancement of the LGBTQ+ community…”
Uncommon Concert Calendar: June 28-July 5
“Here at ‘ERS, we love live music! That’s why we created the Uncommon Concert Calendar — your guide to the best concerts in Boston…”
The Vault of Soul: The Flamingos
“Each week of Black Music Month, we’ve opened the 88.9 Vault of Soul with profiles of iconic soul pioneers. Closing out this month is the Flamingos, a group often cited on other Vault entries as an inspiration for the greats, from Diana Ross to Smokey Robinson…”
Pick of the Week: Pixies “You’re So Impatient”
“Clocking in at just over two minutes, Pixies’ new single “You’re So Impatient” is a fittingly short and punchy song written towards someone who just can’t seem to wait…”
Pride Essay: The Soundtrack to My First Summer As Myself
“Since you guys don’t know me: Hi, I’m Ella, I’m 20 years old and this is my sixth summer knowing that I’m a queer person, or being ‘out’ …”
Uncommon Concert Calendar June 21-28
“Here at ‘ERS, we love live music! That’s why we created the Uncommon Concert Calendar — your guide to the best concerts in Boston…”
The Vault of Soul: Lionel Richie
“Lionel Richie is turning 75 this year (just like we are!) and we’re celebrating with a special birthday edition of the Vault of Soul…”
Black Queer Artists: Shea Diamond, Arlo Parks & More
“With Juneteenth, Black Music Month and Pride Month all aligning, we couldn’t think of a better time to spotlight a handful of Black, queer artists who have truly changed the game…”
Pick of the Week: Khruangbin “Pon Pón”
“Khruangbin channeled “simplicity, naiveté and playfulness” on their new album A LA SALA, said bassist Laura Lee in an interview with Exclaim. The three person band that formed out of Austin, Texas has always captured a sort of simple magic: melodic guitar…”
Uncommon Concert Calendar June 14-21
“Here at ‘ERS, we love live music! That’s why we created the Uncommon Concert Calendar — your guide to the best concerts in Boston…”
