LGBTQ news and entertainment
In this episode of The Randy Report podcast, I’m chatting with acclaimed producer and music artist DJ Bill Bennett, who’s set to release his fantastic new album, “DILF Part 1,” on February 14. Continue reading “DJ Bill Bennett Is The ‘DILF’ We Need Right Now”
Some news items you might missed as we hip-hop over Hump Day:
• OUT: The new drama Blue Film, starring Kieron Moore (above promo photo) and Reed Birney, is officially coming to theaters in May 2026. The movie, considered too “controversial” to play in film festivals like Sundance and SXSW, tells the story of a camboy/sex worker who meets up with a disgraced former teacher.
• New Music: Queer indie pop trio Muna is set to drop their first new album in 4 years titled Dancing On The Wall – due out May 4. Check out the sassy title track below. Continue reading “‘Blue Film’ Gets Release Date + New Music From Muna + More News”
Out pop artist and virtuoso pianist Micah McLaurin drops the music video for his soul-baring single “How Can I.”
Symbolizing the turmoil of clinging to who you are, “How Can I” mirrors Micah’s own journey of grappling with forgiving his religious parents who repeatedly rejected him for who he is. Continue reading “New Music: Micah McLaurin ‘How Can I’”
Some news items for you as we get over Hump Day:
• Idaho State Journal: An Idaho House committee on Monday advanced House Bill 557 that would block local policies that ban discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity. Since 2011, 13 Idaho cities and towns passed nondiscrimination ordinances.
• Variety: Pedro Pascal has come to the rescue agreeing to star in the Todd Haynes 1930s gay romance, De Noche, with Danny Ramirez. The film has been in limbo since Joaquin Phoenix abruptly exited the movie just five days before filming was set to begin in Guadalajara, Mexico, in August 2024. Continue reading “Pedro Pascal Rescues Gay Romance Film + Idaho On LGBTQ Protections + More News”
Acclaimed music producer DJ Bill Bennett recently released his new music video “Upside Down World,” an emotionally-charged anthem of pride inspired by the removal of the rainbow memorial crosswalk outside the Pulse Nightclub in Orlando, Florida. Continue reading “New Music: DJ Bill Bennett Challenges An ‘Upside Down World’”
Some news stories I thought worth your time:
• LGBTQ Nation: The family of Renee Good, who was shot by an ICE officer earlier this week in Minneapolis, has closed donations to a GoFundMe campaign launched to pay for funeral expenses after the initial goal of $50,000 was exceeded raising over $1.5 million.
• New Music: Pop artist Micah McLaurin has released his new single “How Can I.” Drawing on his experience of growing up in a southern, religious family who wanted him to conform, “How Can I” is Micah’s most personal song to date as he grapples with forgiving his parents who repeatedly rejected him for who he is. Continue reading “Renee Good GoFundMe Raises Over $1.5 Million + More News”
Some news items for you as we rush to get ready for Christmas:
• The Advocate: Out author Armistead Maupin recently shared more details about his relationship with iconic Hollywood actor Rock Hudson and his “legendarily large penis.” Continue reading “Armistead Maupin Shares About Rock Hudson + More News”
Today I’m chatting with the oh-so-talented out recording artist Cornelius Versa. Raised on a soundtrack of LeAnn Rimes, Brooks & Dunn, and Verdi, Cornelius blends country storytelling with the drama of his classical roots.
His debut album, “The Crystal Cowboy,” is a wide-open jukebox of heartache, rebellion, and queer identity, tracing the road to finally finding his voice. Continue reading “Podcast: Chatting With Country Music Artist Cornelius Versa”
Out country recording artist Hayden Joseph celebrates the spirit of the holidays with his holiday EP, Hard Candy Christmas. Continue reading “Christmas Music: Hayden Joseph ‘Hard Candy Christmas’”
Some news items I thought worth your time:
• ESPN: Former NBA player Jason Collins – the first active male athlete in a major U.S. team sport to come out as gay – opens up about his diagnosis for Stage 4 brain cancer (glioblastoma), adding he may not have much longer to live. Continue reading “Former NBAer Jason Collins On Brain Cancer Diagnosis + More News”