LGBTQ news and entertainment
Out pop artist and virtuoso pianist, Saint Micah (formerly known as Micah McLaurin) has released the official video for his new dance pop single “The Grind.”
The high-concept, fashion-forward video (directed by Domen and Van De Velde) features custom couture looks as well as pieces from Balmain, Zaldy, and Robert Cavalli. Continue reading “New Music: Saint Micah ‘The Grind’”
Out recording artist Wrabel released his uplifting Pride pop anthem, “Turn Up The Love,” in 2023 in collaboration with AT&T with an agreement that streaming proceeds would benefit The Trevor Project. Continue reading “Pride Music: Wrabel Wants You To ‘Turn Up The Love’”
Clive Davis, the bisexual music executive whose unerring ear and instincts helped define the sound of modern American pop, has died at the age of 94. He is survived by his four children and his partner, Greg Schriefer, 65.
Over more than six decades in the music industry, Davis was responsible for the success of massive artists including Whitney Houston (with Davis above), Bruce Springsteen, Janis Joplin, Barry Manilow, Aretha Franklin, and more. Continue reading “Clive Davis, Music Star-Maker, Dead At 94”
Out recording stars Ty Herndon and Michael Passons (founding member of the multi-platinum Christian pop group Avalon) drop the Dave Audé remix of their powerful new reimagining of the 1997 anthem, “Testify to Love.” Continue reading “Pride Music: Ty Herndon, Michael Passons, Melissa Greene ‘Testify To Love’ (Dave Audé Remix)”
Matt Suave’s debut single and music video, “My House,” arrives just in time to celebrate Pride month.
The official music video for the high-impact, vocal house anthem distills Matt’s coming-of-age musician years into three minutes of unabashed, queer joy captured during an house party featuring RuPaul’s Drag Race winner Yvie Oddly and the community of artists that have been there for him since the beginning. Continue reading “Pride Music: Matt Suave ‘My House’ Feat. Yvie Oddly”
Out actor and stand-up comedian Jason Stuart is having quite the moment. The entertainment trailblazer co-wrote, directed, produced, and starred in the new indie film, REDLINING, currently being recognized — and winning honors — on the film festival circuit.
Known for his fearless comedy and unapologetic voice, Stuart brings that same raw honesty and sharp insight to REDLINING, a film that confronts systemic inequality, personal identity, and the emotional cost of being pushed to the margins. Continue reading “From Stand-Up to Standout: Jason Stuart’s ‘REDLINING’ Makes Its Mark”
In 2021, out country music artist Hayden Joseph released his uplifting anthem of self-acceptance, “Out,” for Pride month. Continue reading “Pride Music: Hayden Joseph ‘OUT’”
Today’s Pride Music entry – I’m thinking, “Pride Month, gays like to dance, gays like out UK pop star Calum Scott, and gays LOVE Whitney Houston…”
If you do the math, that makes Scott’s gorgeous re-imagined duet version of Whitney Houston’s 1987 classic “I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)” a grand slam homerun. Continue reading “Pride Music: Calum Scott + Whitney Houston ‘I Wanna Dance With Somebody’”
GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics announced its 17th Dorian TV Award nominations today with TRR favorites Heated Rivalry and Hacks (above) leading the nod count.
The 565-member-strong organization, one of the largest entertainment journalists groups in the world, recognizes the best in television and streaming from mainstream content to queer-themed programs. Continue reading “LGBTQ Critics Announce 2026 Dorian TV Award Nominations”
In today’s edition of Pride Music, I revisit “That Kind Of Night” by out country music star Ty Herndon. Continue reading “Pride Music: Ty Herndon ‘That Kind Of Night’”