Queer and trans artists, and especially those of color, are marginalized and invisibilized. Michael Paramo constructs a list of what they feel to be the top 20 best songs released be queer and trans artists in 2017 (so far).
Tag: Music
Album Review: CN Lester – Come Home
Lee Williscroft-Ferris reviews ‘Come Home’, the new album by leading trans activist and artist, CN Lester.
An unabashed ode to Halsey
In a personal post guest writer Kimberley Hills explores how the musican Halsey inspires her as a bi woman of colour
We need Boy George like a fish needs a bicycle
After Boy George’s biphobic twitter comments, Karen Pollock argues that it is time for the LGBTQ+ community to stop defending people based on who they might have been in their personal coming out story
5 albums released by queer artists in 2016 that you should know
Queer artists are often relegated to the sidelines. Curator, Michael Paramo, lists 5 albums released by queer artists in 2016 that you should know.
In her latest release ZAE explores the tough topic of letting go
Our Film Curator Dónal Murray-Ferris reviews the new release from up and coming and devastatingly passionate UK artist ZAE.
Eclecticism shines through on The Bleeding Obvious’ debut album
Michael Paramo explores the diverse musical styles and influences on The Bleeding Obvious’ self-titled debut album to be released November 17th
Björk: A queer icon
Following Karen Pollock’s controversial piece on ‘straight queerness’, Lee Williscroft-Ferris evaluates the queer credentials of his music idol, Björk.
Whitney Houston and the art of the diva
As part of The Queerness’ Music Month, Marcus Stow discusses the impact and legacy of Whitney Houston, for the music world and him personally
Tatianna serves pop goddess on new single ‘Transform’
Drag queen Tatianna releases new single ‘Transform’ after her appearance on ‘Rupaul’s Drag Race: All Stars’ season 2. Michael Paramo provides a quick overview of the single.
