LGBTQ news and entertainment
In August 2017, out musician Wrabel released his powerful music video for “The Village” as a sign of solidarity with the transgender community in the aftermath of Donald Trump’s ‘out of nowhere’ decision to ban trans military service members
Clearly, his message still resonates today. Continue reading “Pride Music: Wrabel “The Village””
Acclaimed pop singer-songwriter JORDY recently dropped his latest single, “SICK!,” from his upcoming album In Retrospect, arriving July 10.
Singer/songwriter Kyle Motsinger invites you to accompany him on his journey from self-doubt to confidence while navigating dark and troubled times via his new album, Take It Back. Continue reading “New Music: Kyle Motsinger Is Here To ‘Take It Back’”
Country music power trio The Cowgays (queer country artists Chris Housman, Adam Mac, and Brooke Eden) follow up their viral hit “Wish I Wasn’t Gay” with their new single/music video, “Good Hoedown.”
“Good Hoedown” conjures up ’90s country sparkle with some decidedly gay kick-ball-change. The lyrics describe a fun, Friday night fever dream where our heroes dance their troubles away. Continue reading “New Music: The Cowgays ‘Good Hoedown’ Featuring Kylie Sonique Love”
Happy Friday! Some news stories for you as we head into the weekend:
• Pink News: Looksmaxxer influencer Dillon Latham has gone viral after saying being called “gay” is a compliment arguing it’s often shorthand for looking “better than average.”
• New Music: Out country music artist (and TRR favorite) Chris Housman drops his new single/music video “Dirt On Me,” inspired by learning to stop caring what others think: “I’ll keep the light, keep living like the man I was born to be til there’s nothing but dirt on me.” Continue reading “Looksmaxxer: Being Called ‘Gay’ Is A Compliment + New Music From Chris Housman + More”
Some news stories I thought worth your time:
• The Atlantic: FBI Director Kash Patel (above) has threatened to sue The Atlantic over what he calls a ‘false’ bombshell report detailing claims of ‘excessive drinking’ and other concerning conduct.
According to the report, Patel is known to drink to the point of obvious intoxication at clubs in Washington and his home city of Las Vegas, violating FBI conduct standards. Much more at the link. Continue reading “Kash Patel Threatens To Sue Over Excessive Drinking Report + More”
Acclaimed recording artist/producer DJ Bill Bennett drops “DILF Act 2,” the second installment of his deeply personal sonic trilogy.
“DILF Act 2” immediately soared to #1 on the US iTunes dance chart, and has hit #1 on the iTunes charts in three countries so far.
“DILF Act 1” debuted on the US iTunes chart and held the #1 position for 5 consecutive weeks, before going on to hit #1 in 7 countries.
The DILF Project is a trilogy — written and conceived as a full musical — chronicling the life of a gay man from his 30s through his 50s. Continue reading “New Music: DJ Bill Bennett ‘DILF Act 2’”
Out gay singer-songwriter Connor Wren drops his debut self-produced album Second Adolescence. Written and produced entirely by Wren, the collection explores queer evolution, freedom, and self-reclamation. Continue reading “New Music: Connor Wren Steps Into His ‘Second Adolescence’”
Some news items I thought worth your time:
• Instinct Magazine: What we know so far about the upcoming Season 2 of “Heated Rivalry,” plus some possible new characters based on Rachel Reid’s “Game Changers.” The second season is expected to arrive in April 2027.
• Gay City News: A new exhibit at the Poster House Museum in NYC – “Love & Fury: New York’s Fight Against AIDS” – documents the harrowing yet hope-infused story of the visual response to the AIDS epidemic through posters, flyers, and other graphics. Continue reading “What We Know So Far ‘Heated Rivalry’ Season 2 + More News”
Three-time GRAMMY® Award-winning quintet Pentatonix drops their first new non-holiday original single in five years “Heaven On Earth.”
Teaming up with GRAMMY® Award-winning mega-producer Poo Bear [Justin Bieber, Mariah Carey], “Heaven On Earth” is simultaneously fresh and classic Pentatonix all at once.
Layering the group’s world-renowned harmonies over a lush, tranquil soundscape, the group steps beyond their signature a cappella foundation embracing fully realized pop production. Continue reading “New Music: Pentatonix ‘Heaven On Earth’”