Pablo Alborán goes country (sorta), Destin Conrad gets “wHIMSY” & Rachel Zegler channels Madonna
Plus new music from Alison Goldfrapp, Kim Carnes, Sabrina Carpenter, and more...
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Summer may be winding down but the bops are heating up. This week, some of our favorite queer artists, allies, and icons are delivering fresh tracks that keep the warm weather vibe alive just a little while longer.
Check out this week’s edition of Bop After Bop…
“Vámonos de Aquí” by Pablo Alborán
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Following the singles “Clickbait” and “KMO” released earlier this summer, Spanish pop star Pablo Alborán just dropped his latest track “Vámonos de Aquí” (“Let’s get out of here”), a country-infused pop tune that features Brazilian harmonica player Indiara Sfair. Alborán’s forthcoming album KMO is scheduled for November.
“Don’t Cry For Me Argentina (New Miami Mix)” by Rachel Zegler
Taking a cue from Madonna, Rachel Zegler is sharing her very own remixed version of “Don’t Cry For Me Argentina” tailored for the gay clubs. The current West End production of Evita, which Zegler has been starring in all summer, is scheduled to run through September 6 at the London Palladium. Rumor has it the show might be headed to Broadway next. 
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wHIMSY by Destin Conrad
Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Destin Conrad has quietly put out a new alternative jazz album called wHIMSY. Moody, groovy, and introspective, it makes for perfect late night listening as the warm nights wind down and fall approaches. Listen to this one with headphones.
“Tears” by Sabrina Carpenter
Sabrina Carpenter’s new album Man’s Best Friend is finally here, and with it comes its second single “Tears.” The music video, which has already racked up over 4 million views in just 12 hours, draws inspiration from “Rocky Horror Picture Show” and features Colman Domingo (in drag!) playing a sort of modern day Frank-N-Furter.
Flux (Lux Deluxe Edition) by Alison Goldfrapp
British musician and producer Alison Goldfrapp presents the deluxe edition of her second solo album Flux, released under her very own A.G. Records label. The repack includes six additional tracks, including acoustic versions and remixes from the album, plus two new songs, “Perfect Lies” and “Summer Sends the Rain (Ordinary Day Pt. 2)”.
Bette Davis Eyes: The Remixes by Kim Carnes
And finally… JoJo who? Legendary rock singer Kim Carnes has once again turned her music on us and we’re not thinking twice. The 80-year-old icon is giving us a precocious new EP with six ferocious remixes of her signature song “Bette Davis Eyes.” Siwa later!
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