Deb Hunseder and Steph Callahan are kind of a big deal. As acoustic rockers Halcyon, they’ve opened for big time names such as Joan Osborne, John Mayer and Wynonna Judd. But they headline this weekend. The Florida-based band comes to Dallas with their harmonies intact and a taste of their queer indie rock.
DEETS: With Bad Habits. Sue Ellen’s, 3014 Throckmorton St. 9 p.m. SueEllensDallas.com.
A hip-hop/pop/soul duo bred in the Midwest, God-Des & She now play to venues all over the world from New York to Sweden. Ever since they appeared on Showtime’s hit series The L Word four years ago, the pair haven’t had a moment’s rest, selling over 30,000 albums, holding down the #1 spot on MTV LOGO with their song “Love You Better,” and signing autographs for eager fans. With their new album Three, God-Des & She are about to blow up — big. Produced by Brian Hardgroove of Public Enemy (Wu Tang Clan, Burning Spear, Aerosmith), their new album confirms their status as an underground act about to hit the mainstream.
— God-desandShe.com
DEETS: Sue Ellen’s, 3014 Throckmorton St. 9 p.m. PartyAtTheBlock.com.
Sure Cindo de Mayo has turned into a drinking-based American celebration, but we’re gonna drop some history here on you.From the completely reliable source of Wikipedia, May 5 is the “date observed in the United States as a celebration of Mexican heritage and pride, and to commemorate the cause of freedom and democracy during the first years of the American Civil War.” What’s that? Still wondering where your margarita is? Well, hit up the Strip tonight as it gets a touch of Latin flair for the holiday. From Sue Ellen’s to TMC: The Mining Company, the celebration highlights the block tonight.
DEETS: Blockwide Fiesta at Sue Ellen’s, TMC: The Mining Company, S4 and JR.’s Bar & Grill. Cedar Springs Road and Throckmorton Street. 8 p.m. PartyAtTheBlock.com.
Gay men don’t expect much to find a date at a lesbian club, but tonight that changes. The crew of Sue Ellen’s is auctioning off their one gay member for a date and a good cause. Don’t let the rain get you down, you might end up with a date.
DEETS: Sue Ellen’s, 3014 Throckmorton St. 9 p.m. PartyAtTheBlock.com.
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These photos were shot by DV contributor Chuck Dube during Girljam 17 on May 30 at Sue Ellens. To see more of Dube’s work, visit his website.
New Dallas Police Chief David Brown appeared Thursday afternoon at a forum put together by the Cedar Springs Merchants Association, the Dallas Tavern Guild, and the North Texas GLBT Chamber of Commerce. About 50 people attended the forum on the second floor of lesbian bar Sue Ellens, where Brown pledged his support for and desire to work more closely with the LGBT community. Among other things, Brown committed to appearing in the annual gay Pride parade. Have a look.
In Friday’s Voice you can read my recap of new Dallas Police Chief David Brown’s recent comments concerning an anti-gay hate crime in Oak Lawn. (You can also watch the video here). And late Thursday night crime watch leader Nancy Weinberger sent along word that Brown will meet with Oak Lawn business owners, residents and others at 3 p.m. Thursday, June 10 at Sue Ellens. It sounds as if Brown is serious about reaching out to the LGBT community, which is a good thing.
