RAGE RECOMMENDS

JUST DANCE!

Do you have IT? No, I’m not talking about COVID-19 or AIDS, and most certainly I’m not asking if you have an attitude. Some of you probably do, and I don’t blame you in the least. If you do, check it at the door as this San Diego Pride special edition of Rage Recommends is truly all about “IT!” You know, that “extra, extra read all about it” sort of thing. The definition in my dictionary of “IT” is: That singular sensation of individuality and uniqueness that makes each and every one of us special and important. “IT” can’t be bought, and it is that certain something we all have… especially now during the summer of 2022’s Pride season.

Some may say, “I’ve HAD it!” Some may say, “I’m over it!” And even some may say, “Get over it.” Jeff Chandler says, “Revel in it, as ‘seasons change, people change,’” and there ain’t nothing you can do about it. The club kid in me, or “nightclub queen” if you prefer, lives by my slogan, “Play safe, party smart and be true to your heart.” One thing that is a known fact is there will always be new music, favorite music and music to make it even better. Here’s some new music making it hot this Pride summer. Don’t burn yourself on fireworks, barbecues or the hot pavement this month of July . . . It just wouldn’t be fittin’.

Paging Ms. Liz. Uhm, paging Ms. LizZO! “Grrrl, I heard you two years ago and look at you now! Fierce is right, and the songs are tight. ‘Cuz, I luv you . . . right?” Some people have IT and Lizzo has it in spades. The new release is especially titled Special, and God knows she is all that and a bag of chips. I’ve got one word to say: Fun. If you want smiles for miles and grooves that make you wanna shake it like it’s hot, turn that girl loose and let Lizzo out on Friday, July 15. Take her along for ear candy as July 15 is the official release date of Special and it just so happens to be the kick off of San Diego Pride weekend. Holla! I’m definitely one of those “Lizzbians.”

Another trip ass beat for the walk of sounds is from the singer Bibbidibobbidiboo. (Hold up a minute, Jeff! Check your spelling dude.) I mean, singer Beabadoobee! This guitar chick is creating quite the buzz and wants to entertain you and does with her new release Beatopiahitting when? Friday, July 15, darling. You’ve got to have options Pride weekend is what I always say! “Bee bop a lulu, she’s my baby now” musically and once again “diversity is the spice of life.” Don’t be afraid to try new music, LGBTQ’ers.” I’m sure you can identify. Beabadoobee is one rainbow kitty to cuddle and scratch on your earbud.

“She’s once, twice, three times a lady.” Look, I’m a man with a mind for business and a bod for sin, but I remember seeing Destiny’s Child open for Christina Aguilera! (Talk about letting that genie out of the bottle, Mr. Chandler!) Heck, when something hits me musically upside the head, I’m just a kid again. So, no July of any Pride season of any Pride would be complete without Ms. Queen Bey. The one and only Beyoncé wraps up the month with a BEY-U-TI-FUL set of music that is empowering, prideful, mindful and club “righteous” as can be. Can you pour me a tall glass of lemonade? Now, pass me a hot wing. Gulp . . . her new CD is titled Renaissance and even Michelle Obama hollers “She’s done it again.” So, make sure you listen up all you ladies and gents. New “Bey” arrives on Friday, July 29. Why do I think she’s going to drop it earlier? Remember that? Stay cool, don’t be a fool (unless it’s a good look for you) and make sure you have “IT” with you at all times. Happy Pride and “you won’t break my soul!”