From disco floors to folk stages and marathon performances, queer artists have long used music to tell their own stories. These documentaries capture the sound, politics, and cultural impact behind the music. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEOFQc8FVXo Disco: Soundtrack of a Revolution This three-part documentary series produced by PBS delves into the rise and fall of the disco era […]
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Heated Rivalry, Pluribus and more score nominations for the 37th GLAAD Awards
Hockey and hive minds, handsome hosts, and doing hard things all land on this year’s ballot for the 37th annual GLAAD Media Awards. GLAAD announced 291 nominees today across 31 categories, including new television series, podcast, musical artist and independent journalism. “The most popular series and media appear on this year’s list of nominees because […]
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Nashville artist Sydnee Conley steps into her own story with “Heather”
At 27, Nashville-based singer-songwriter Sydnee Conley is stepping into the spotlight on her own terms. The queer artist, who uses she/her pronouns, has been writing for others in Music City for years. Now, she’s channeling her talent and perspective into her own music, starting with her newest single, “Heather.” The song’s promotion instantly caught attention […]
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Queer women win big at the 2025 Grammy Awards
Chappell. Doechii. Gaga. Miley – just a few of the queer women who claimed music’s biggest honors last night. The 2025 Grammy Awards was filled with impactful speeches, long-awaited recognition and more than a few surprises. But it was queer women who stole the show, with passionate acceptance speeches, both on stage and on the […]
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Queer and trans podcasts you may not know about yet – but should put in your listening roster
According to Statista, 59% of people aged 12-34 and 55% of people aged 35-55 listen to podcasts on a monthly basis. In fact, there’s a good chance that as you’re reading this, you’re listening to a podcast in the background. While there are several popular LGBTQ+-focused podcasts out there, like Getting Curious with Jonathan Van […]
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LGBTQ+ pop stars usher in a new era
Across countries, socioeconomic classes, sexualities, and races, pop music has long been the sound of the masses. No matter where you go or who you talk to, people find commonality in the music of pop superstars. Icons like The Beatles and Michael Jackson are just as likely to be played at a Japanese bar as […]
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Nonbinary country artist Fimone takes on Nashville with queer pride
The title of Nashville singer/songwriter Fimone’s debut EP, “The Fight in the Farmer’s Daughter,” isn’t hyperbole. Fimone was born and raised on an 80-acre farm in rural Minnesota and thrived on a steady diet of ’90s country radio. “Johnny Cash, your Willie Nelson, you know, Eddie Rabbit, if you’re familiar with him,” said Fimone in […]
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From near extinction to flourishing: The resurgence of lesbian bars explored in ‘Cruising’ podcast
Over the last few years, articles have been highlighting the loss of physical spaces for lesbians and queer women. With headlines like “Why Do Lesbian Bars Keep Disappearing” and “There Are Only 14 Lesbian Bars in the Country. Here’s Why,” it has become clear that the crumbling cultural bedrock of the lesbian bar universe is […]
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News is Good: National Trans Visibility March, Maddie Zahm’s debut album and more
Our weekly column, News is Good, features positive news about the LGBTQ+ community. Too much of what we see in mainstream media coverage focuses on the challenges we face and not the celebrations. Here are a few things we’re excited about this week. 2023 National Trans Visibility March Rally and March sets off in NYC. On […]
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News is Good: TX Drag ban ruled unconstitutional, a lesbian Lifetime thriller and more
Our weekly column, News is Good, features positive news about the LGBTQ+ community. Too much of what we see in mainstream media coverage focuses on the challenges we face and not the celebrations. Here are a few things we’re excited about this week. Federal judge issues a permanent injunction against Texas drag ban. On Tuesday, U.S. […]
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Essential queer vinyl: 8 collectible records by LGBTQ+ artists
For some music fans, nothing beats the sound of vinyl. With its lack of compression, vinyl albums have a sound quality that music lovers gravitate toward. Even the skips and scratches make for a unique and often intimate listening experience. Here are eight musicians with vinyl albums you’ll want to check out because we’re not […]
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News is Good: The queer album of the summer, “Warrior Nun” gets a 2nd chance and more
Welcome to our weekly column, News is Good, where we feature positive news about the LGBTQ+ community. Too much of what we see in mainstream media coverage focuses on the challenges we face and not the celebrations. Here are a few things we’re excited about this week. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eZQsE-x6VxM Talon releases EP and queertastic video. The Brooklyn-based […]
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News is Good: A “Selling Sunset” wedding, LGBTQ+ small business grants and more
Welcome to our weekly column, News is Good, where we feature positive news about the LGBTQ+ community. Too much of what we see in mainstream media coverage focuses on the challenges we face and not the celebrations. Here are a few things we’re excited about this week. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f1xq5KMzUdk&embeds_euri=https%3A%2F%2Ffoundersfirstcdc.org%2F&embeds_origin=https%3A%2F%2Ffoundersfirstcdc.org&source_ve_path=Mjg2NjY&feature=emb_logo New LGBTQIA+ National Grant for LGBTQ+-owned small […]
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News is Good: Lesbian Herstory Archives immortalized, “Spoiler Alert” premieres
News is Good is a weekly column featuring positive news about the LGBTQ+ community. Too much of what we see in mainstream media coverage focuses on the challenges we face and not the celebrations. Here are five things we’re excited about this week. Lesbian Herstory Archives named an official NYC Landmark. The Lesbian Herstory Archives’ […]
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TikTok star Maddie Zahm on becoming a voice for queer fans
Singer/songwriter Maddie Zahm has become a viral sensation on platforms like TikTok and Instagram for her deeply personal music. Her songs delve into queerness, body image and growing up in a religious community. With a following of over a million, Zahm is laying bare her soul and connecting with fans worldwide. News is Out spoke […]
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News is Good: Benefits for same-sex couples, Hayley Kiyoko pens a book and more
Welcome to our weekly column, News is Good, where we feature positive news about the LGBTQ+ community. Too much of what we see in mainstream media coverage focuses on the challenges we face and not the celebrations. Here are five things we’re excited about this week. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs changes policy for the […]
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News is Good: A bisexual Nobel Prize winner, Velma comes out and more
Welcome to our weekly column, News is Good, where we feature positive news about the LGBTQ+ community. Too much of what we see in mainstream media coverage focuses on the challenges we face and not the celebrations. Here are five things we’re excited about this week. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQKHtdElMng Scooby-Doo’s Velma comes out in latest franchise release. […]
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News is Good: Gay wrestling champ, “Bros” on the big screen and more
Welcome to our weekly column, News is Good, where we feature positive news about the LGBTQ+ community. Too much of what we see in mainstream media coverage focuses on the challenges we face and not the celebrations. Here are five things we’re excited about this week. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BQIeBB9XMe8 Billy Eichner’s gay rom-com “Bros” hits theaters. The […]
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News is Good: Dragstravaganz, gay football and more
Welcome to the first installment of our new weekly column, News is Good, where we feature positive news about the LGBTQ+ community. Too much of what we see in mainstream media coverage focuses on the challenges we face and not the celebrations. Here are five things we’re excited about this week. Kelley Robinson to lead […]
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6 ways to experience LGBTQ+ history this Pride month
Pride month is a perfect time to reflect on the people and events that helped us get where we are today. For many LGBTQ+ people, they never got to see their bravery and sacrifice blossom into the joyful celebrations we now have around the world. This June, you can honor their legacies and learn more […]