Boston’s iconic Gay Bash’d Pride party returns to kick off Pride Month at Roadrunner amidst venue shifts and ongoing community support. Organized by DJ Math3ca and drag artist Static, the event continues to be a vital space for the LGBTQ community, especially after the closures of key venues in the city.
Boston’s GAY BASH’D Pride Party Continues Amid Venue Shifts and Community Changes
Event Overview:
GAY BASH’D, Boston’s leading Pride party, will return this weekend at Roadrunner to mark the beginning of Pride Month. Organized by DJ Math3ca and drag artist Static, this event has been a cornerstone for the LGBTQ community since its inception in 2018.
Origins and Growth:
The exact details of Math3ca and Static’s first encounter are unclear, but their collaboration led to the establishment of GAY BASH’D. Initially held at the Bella Luna Restaurant and Milky Way Lounge, the event has since expanded to larger venues due to increasing popularity. Roadrunner will host the next edition, showcasing acts such as Poppy, Aliyah’s Interlude, Rebecca Black, and Neon Calypso.
Community Impact:
The loss of key Boston venues, including Bella Luna and Oberon, has made GAY BASH’D one of the few consistent spaces for queer adults of all ages and identities. Static emphasized the importance of creating a more inclusive environment, addressing that many LGBTQ events tend to cater primarily to cisgender gay men.
Organizers’ Vision:
Math3ca and Static aim to represent the entire LGBTQ spectrum. GAY BASH’D is particularly important for under-21 adults who lack access to many other LGBTQ spaces due to the closures of venues like Machine in Fenway.
Upcoming Concerts:
– Gary Clark Jr.: Friday at MGM Music Hall at Fenway
– Bleachers: Monday at the Lansdowne Street venue
– Bellforge Arts Center: Saturday with performances from Velvet Dreaming and DJ sets by All 4 U
– The Sinclair: Saturday, Monday, and Wednesday featuring Baby Queen, Allie X, and Pomme respectively
– Hank Williams Jr.: Saturday at Xfinity Center
– Mon Rovîa: Monday at The Red Room at Cafe 939
– Snarls: Monday at The Rockwell
– Quasi: Thursday at Crystal Ballroom
New Music Recommendations:
– L’Impératrice: “Pulsar”
– Alisa Amador: “Multitudes”
– KAYTRANADA: “TIMELESS”
Bonus News:
Cyndi Lauper has announced her farewell tour with a stop at MGM Music Hall at Fenway on October 26.
This guide provides a snapshot of the upcoming events and new music releases in Boston, particularly focusing on the LGBTQ community’s signature Pride event, GAY BASH’D, which remains a significant cultural and social marker in the city.
