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Pansy Division (rock band) Ephemera
SPC.2023.003  
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  • Conditions Governing Access
  • Conditions Governing Use
  • Preferred Citation
  • Scope and Contents
  • Biographical / Historical

  • Contributing Institution: California State University Dominguez Hills, Gerth Archives and Special Collections
    Title: Pansy Division (rock band) Ephemera
    Identifier/Call Number: SPC.2023.003
    Physical Description: 38 items
    Physical Description: .21 Linear Feet
    Date (inclusive): 2000; 2002; 2007; 2011; 2013; undated
    Language of Material: English .

    Conditions Governing Access

    There are no access restrictions on this collection.

    Conditions Governing Use

    All requests for permission to publish or quote from manuscripts must be submitted in writing to the Director of Archives and Special Collections. Permission for publication is given on behalf of Special Collections as the owner of the physical materials and not intended to include or imply permission of the copyright holder, which must also be obtained.

    Preferred Citation

    For information about citing archival material, see the Citations for Archival Material  guide, or consult the appropriate style manual.

    Scope and Contents

    This collection contains 37 flyers and 1 sticker regarding the gay rock band, "Pansy Divison". Flyers are mostly related to benefit concerts and shows that the band played in venues across North America; as well as flyers promoting album releases.

    Biographical / Historical

    Pansy Division formed in 1991 in San Francisco, CA. as one of the first openly gay bands. Founded by guitarist/singer Jon Ginoli and bassist/vocalist Chris Freeman, Pansy Division's music is a mixture of pop and punk music that mainly focuses on LGBTQ issues; sex; and relationships. In 1993, the band were signed to Lookout! Records and toured with Green Day in 1994. As of 2022, they have released seven studio albums and have played close to 1,000 shows.

    Subjects and Indexing Terms

    LGBTQ
    Music -- 20th century
    Rock music
    Concert tours
    Pansy Division (Musical group)