DESERT STORIES

As Pride Weekend arrives in Flagstaff, DJ Quick Kay reflects on the music that shaped our queer journeys—from Lady Gaga’s empowering anthem to riot grrrl rage and QTPOC trailblazers who made space for us all. Local LGBTQ+ artists share the songs that move them, heal them, and make them dance. Celebrate Pride through the playlists of resistance, love, and joy with live events and heartfelt stories from our community.

Punk Rock Bowling 2025 brings more women, queer, and nonbinary bands to the stage—but men still headline every main slot. From The Interrupters to Laura Jane Grace, Upchuck, Lambrini Girls, and Bridge City Sinners, this year’s lineup proves the scene is evolving. Dive into this guide by Flagstaff's very own DJ Quick Kay spotlighting the fiercest non-male acts worth your time—and why punk still has a long way to go toward true equality.