Some news items you might have missed: • Gay Times: Former The Bachelor contestant Colton Underwood has shared some insight on the long-rumored gay season of the long-running reality show. https://twitter.com/gaytimes/status/1779298530512839134 • The Advocate: Germany’s Parliament Friday passed a law making it easier for transgender and nonbinary people to change their name and gender marker on official documents. • New Music: Indian pop artist Armaan Malik teams up with out UK pop star Calum Scott for the gorgeous love ballad, “Always.” I predict this will be heard at many weddings in the future. https://youtu.be/Xx_lpb1OJVI?si=-vDqTYb-FPW958lo • LGBTQ Nation: A new study published in the Social Science Research Network [SSRN] found that job applicants using they/them pronouns are less likely to be hired especially in Republican-dominated areas. • New York Times: A new poll shows President Biden has nearly erased Donald Trump’s early polling advantage, amid signs that the Democratic base has begun to coalesce behind the president. My two cents: if you’re going to look at polls, look to swing states Wisconsin, Michigan and Pennsylvania. • Hollywood Reporter: Following the recent same-sex kiss between fan favorite Evan ‘Buck’ Buckley (Oliver Stark) and former firefighter Tommy (Lou Ferrigno Jr.) on ABC’s 9-1-1, Ferrigno Jr. says the romantic pairing was originally conceived to be between Tommy and Buck’s bestie, Eddie (Ryan Guzman). https://twitter.com/THR/status/1778588871414215158
New Music: Ben Platt “Cherry On Top”
Tony/Grammy/Emmy Award-winner Ben Platt drops his latest single, “Cherry On Top,” an addictive, radio-friendly pop bop. Continue reading “New Music: Ben Platt “Cherry On Top””
New Music: Tom Goss ‘Not My Problem’
Out singer/songwriter (and TRR favorite) Tom Goss is publicly and comically washing his hands in “Not My Problem.” The new single is based on—wait for it—Tom’s true-life five-year relationship with a very impressive Englishman who was not all who he appeared to be. Continue reading “New Music: Tom Goss ‘Not My Problem’”
Willie Nelson & Orville Peck Duet – “Cowboys Are Frequently Secretly Fond Of Each Other”
Queer country sensation Orville Peck and country music legend Willie Nelson team up for a song of acceptance with their cover of Ned Sublette’s 1981 classic, “Cowboys Are Frequently Secretly Fond Of Each Other.” Continue reading “Willie Nelson & Orville Peck Duet – “Cowboys Are Frequently Secretly Fond Of Each Other””
New Music: David Archuleta ‘Hell Together’
American Idol runner-up David Archuleta drops his new single, the gospel-tinged “Hell Together.” Continue reading “New Music: David Archuleta ‘Hell Together’”
New Music: Micah McLaurin “Don’t Give Up On Love”
Piano virtuoso and rising pop artist Micah McLaurin has released his new single, “Don’t Give Up On Love,” a sweeping disco anthem that glimmers with the message that love is worth fighting for. Continue reading “New Music: Micah McLaurin “Don’t Give Up On Love””
New Music: Brandon Anderson “Hungover In A Hotel Room”
Out recording artist Brandon Anderson drops his new song/music video, “Hungover in a Hotel Room,” about waking up in a strange place and the disorientation that comes with it. For a moment, you are lost. Continue reading “New Music: Brandon Anderson “Hungover In A Hotel Room””
New Music: Milahroy Asks “What If?”
Out recording artist Milahroy just dropped his haunting new music video, “What If?” Vulnerable, moody, and steeped in tender exploration, the new track is a musical meditation on the questions and personal doubt that pervade matters of the heart. Continue reading “New Music: Milahroy Asks “What If?””
New Music: Lagoona Bloo Has ‘Tunnel Vision’
Drag pop star Lagoona Bloo has released her synth-drenched new single, “Tunnel Vision,” ahead of her debut album, Underwater Bubble Pop, scheduled for release on April 26. Continue reading “New Music: Lagoona Bloo Has ‘Tunnel Vision’”
New Music: Ben Platt’s Tender “Andrew” Recounts A Childhood Crush
Tony, Emmy, and Grammy Award-winning Ben Platt drops his tender new single “Andrew.” With gentle echoes of Simon & Garfunkel, the guitar-driven song recounts a childhood crush on a boy and the intimate journey of the heart that follows. Continue reading “New Music: Ben Platt’s Tender “Andrew” Recounts A Childhood Crush”