Joshua Bote

Joshua Bote is a reporter focusing on the nexus of culture, trends, and digital phenomena within San Francisco.
Previously, he covered technology for The San Francisco Standard and SFGate. He’s also served as a trending news reporter at USA Today, and as a music writer at NPR. His work has been published in places like New York Magazine, Billboard, and Paste.
At the Greek Theatre, Mitski illustrated the pain and pleasure of pop stardom
In the first of three Bay Area shows, the singer pushed back against her fame with a bizarre — but delightful — mix of cabaret, performance art, and pure pop showmanship
Reminiscing about Ben Davis, the iconic workwear brand that helped define San Francisco
Beloved by generations of San Francisco OGs, the brand’s legacy is kept alive by artists and obsessives alike
Neighbors are suing philanthropist Bernard Osher for (allegedly) flooding their apartment during a party
A suit in San Francisco Superior Court blames clogged pipes and a distracted HOA president
I’m being tormented by teens who keep calling and asking me about beans
This is all Mr. Beast’s fault
The night Sylvester changed San Francisco
Sylvester's legendary San Francisco War Memorial Opera House show can now be heard in full for the first time
Get in losers, we’re going to a weekday K-pop show
Everyone should see a group like Artms at least once in their lives, even (and especially) if you don’t think you’re part of its key demo
The best Dance Dance Revolution player in the world lives in Hayward
Chris Chike, aka iamchris4life, also set a Guinness World Record for his ‘Guitar Hero’ skills
Chaka Khan solidifies her legend status at Stern Grove finale
The queen of funk delivers an all-timer performance, with just about every kind of San Franciscan present
Ballerina sues San Francisco Ballet for encouraging her to perform while injured
The suit alleges she was given painkillers and injections instead of long-term rest and appropriate care
Loyalty tests have transformed from TikTok novelty to girlboss gig work
Such tests have gained a new life on TikTok, enriching influencers and founders alike. But what do they mean for people looking for love?