Julia Weldon’s “Comatose Hope” Captures the Anger and Catharsis of Being a Non-Binary Artist
We chatted with Weldon about their new music video for “When You Die,” their upcoming NYC show, and the revival of their childhood acting career.
ROOM 25: I Swear Noname Look So Regal
“ROOM 25 brings a Noname more sure of herself, secure in the knowledge that she can’t be anything other than who she is, and if you don’t rock with the first few lyrics, you’re more than welcome to leave.”
Types of Crying as Mitski Songs
“Intense but very brief sobbing in the shower while you get ready for work because your roommate never leaves the fucking apartment and it’s the only time you can.”
Day in the Life: Queer High Priestess of Pop Frankie Simone
Spend an evening in photoessay with queer Puerto Rican musical artist Frankie Simone, read a page from her childhood journal, and check out the premiere of her new video for LOVE//WARRIOR!
Playlist: It Was The Summer of ’99
“I was at the mall when it happened.”
New Summer Releases from Queer and Trans Musicians
Here are some summer tunes for political Oakland barbecues, late night sweaty house parties, or, if you’re like me, enjoying your bed on a Saturday instead of going out.
10 Incredible Queer and Trans Artists to Get You Ready for Summer
Some of these songs and/or albums are dark, slow, and ponderous, great for really sinking into your mattress. Most of them, though, are cute, sweet, upbeat tracks that helped me keep going when it seemed like I was going to never leave my house again.
Lesbian Jesus Hayley Kiyoko is Nylon’s Pride Issue Cover Girl and I Wrote The Story
Lesbian icon pop star Hayley Kiyoko is the cover girl for Nylon’s first-ever LGBT Pride issue, and also the love of your life.
Hayley Kiyoko and Kehlani’s “What I Need” Video Takes Gay Agenda to Beautiful New Heights
“These two coming together and being so loud and proud about their sexuality and their love for their queer fans is my favorite thing in the world.”
Playlist: Feminist Disney Princess Jams
Sing along to your favorite feminist jams from your favorite Disney princesses!
Janelle Monáe’s “Dirty Computer” Is Finally Here and Even Queerer Than We Imagined
Janelle Monáe made an album just for me and you, and it’s your solemn duty as a queer woman to go and listen to it right at this very second and share all your thoughts and emotions in the comments.
Celebrate Lesbian Visibility Day With This Lesbian Playlist, Lesbians
Spend your Lesbian Visibility Day with some tunes by lesbians who make music and also acknowledge themselves as lesbians!
Avalon Young’s First Gay Song Will Make You Feel Like Falling for a Girl for the First Time Again
It’s a great time for gay music, like this sweet single about a gal loving her gal pal!
Janelle Monáe’s Queer “Pynk” Music Video Is Here To Wreak More Havoc On Your Heart and Body
“Pink, like the tongue that goes down. Pink, like the paradise found”
5 New Releases From Queer and Trans Artists To Ready You For Spring
New music for flirting or lonely lesbian nights. Your call!
You Can and Should Put On Hayley Kiyoko’s Extremely Gay Debut Album, “Expectations,” Today
Celebrate Good Friday with Lesbian Jesus Hayley Kiyoko by buying or streaming “Expectations” right now!
King Princess Singing About Queer Love and Undying Desire in “1950” Will Make Your Heart Ache
“So tell me why my gods look like you, and tell me why it’s wrong,” King Princess sings to the woman of her affection, promising to keep praying to her and loving her. This is a song about an aching, yearning love that is scared to speak itself out loud but bold enough to keep on loving.
EXCLUSIVE: Coping Skills’ New Video “I’d Rather Not (Yeah)” Is Gay as All Heck
It’s a tongue-in-cheek high five to everyone who’s just trying to get through the damn day, with a hook that’ll be stuck in your head for the rest of the week. You’re welcome.
7 New Releases from Queer and Trans Musicians to Add to Your Spring Playlists
I drive my car for my job right now, and listen to music in the car constantly. As such, I’m always on the lookut for new tunes by queer and trans artists to make the drives less mind-numbing. My struggle is your gain!
MUSIC VIDEO: Tessa Thompson Makes Janelle Monáe (and Us) Feel Pretty F*cking Queer Today
I’m not sure what else you have going on today, but you are going to want to make room for this video.