Sylvester James Jr. (September 6, 1947 – December 16, 1988), known simply as Sylvester, was an American singer-songwriter. Primarily active in the genres of disco, rhythm and blues, and …

2023年6月16日 · Sylvester James Jr., who died in 1988, is best known as an architect of disco, illuminating queer dance clubs from Los Angeles to London with the era-defining singles “You …

2023年6月2日 · Unapologetically gay disco pioneer Sylvester was one of the many LGBTQ artists whose lives were cut short by the AIDS epidemic in the ’80s while the Republican-led …

2018年10月8日 · Sylvester's 1978 dance hit transcends its moment and even the gay rights and AIDS awareness movements it came to represent. It's an anthem to liberation — of desire, …

1988年12月19日 · Sylvester, a popular soul-rock singer often referred to as San Francisco’s Disco Queen, has died of complications from AIDS. He was 40.

1988年12月18日 · Sylvester, the gay entertainer whose falsetto voice and drag costumes propelled him to international fame, at the height of the disco dance popularity, died Friday of …

2013年2月12日 · The singer Sylvester – often narrowly and affectionately called the “queen of disco” – is one of the best kept secrets of American music.

Sylvester James Jr. (September 6, 1947 – December 16, 1988), known simply as Sylvester, was an American singer-songwriter. Primarily active in the genres of disco, rhythm and blues, and …

Celebrate the vibrant legacy of Sylvester with the new playlist, Disco Pride. Curated to honor his iconic voice and unyielding spirit, this collection features… Sign up now for exclusive updates, …

Sylvester was known as the “Queen of Disco” during his time, inspiring countless scores of marginalized queer youth of color to embrace their inner selves.