Oakland-based performance artist and musician Kat Robichaud has released a holiday double feature: the single “This Christmas” and the vibrant music video for “M.” The latter, shot in a gothic cemetery, juxtaposes its dark visuals with upbeat neo-glam synthpop melodies. Released on December 11 and 12, respectively, both tracks showcase Robichaud’s theatrical flair and mark her fifth and sixth singles of the year, following titles like “Vampire Love” and “Siren Song.” Beyond her solo work, she leads the San Francisco punk cabaret troupe Misfit Cabaret, which combines queer burlesque, drag, and puppetry.
Discussion Prompt: How do you think the themes of gothic imagery in Robichaud’s “M” and the festive spirit in “This Christmas” reflect the complexities of modern holiday narratives?
