If you’ve been following fruitful queer singer/songwriter Rachael Sage throughout her nearly 30-year career, you may remember that, backed by a band, she mainly accompanied herself on piano and or organ.

Just a few years ago, it was relatively easy to count the number of albums by LGBTQ musical acts that would make good gifts for those on your holiday gift list. Now, counting seems pointless as there’s so much cool stuff available. Here are some suggestions.

People who dig ‘80s music are often divided into two groups: those that lived through the period and are feeling nostalgic, and those who missed it the first time around and want to experience it for themselves. It’s more than likely that someone on your holiday gift list falls into one of these two categories.

Whether it’s the summer anthem "Be Your Girl,” the love letter to his mother “Suzy Cutie” or even the dance floor stomper “High Heels” (with vocals by Tony-winner Lillias White), John Duff is going to keep us talking.