Articles Chappell Roan Culture Drag Drag Race LGBTQ Music LGBTQ+ New Music Music News Sasha Colby

Chappell Roan says she wants to ‘pump the brakes’ on fame

Chappell Roan has opened up about her meteoric rise to fame. In a recent interview with Drew Afuaolo on the podcast The Comment Section, the ‘Good Luck, Babe!’ singer reflected on the downfalls of her recent (and much-deserved) ascent in the music industry. “People have started to be freaks — like, [they] follow me and know where my parents live, and where my sister works,” she revealed. “All this weird s**t.” Roan told Afuaolo that she once vowed to leave the industry if her followers – again, not all of them –…

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Angel of My Dreams: JADE’s debut single and video hailed as a “masterpiece”

Jade Thirlwall has delivered the most addictive and innovative debut single (and video) in recent memory. Co-written with Steph Jones, Pablo Bowman and producer Mike Sabath, ‘Angel of My Dreams’ explores the former Little Mix star’s complicated relationship with the music industry. A frenetic dance-pop anthem, it takes an experimental approach to pop with several distinct sections, from the theatrical balladry of the chorus to the thumping electro verses, as well as the sample of Sandie Shaw’s Eurovision-winning smash ‘Puppet on a String’. In a statement, JADE said her aim…

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W Hotels amplifies LGBTQ+ voices with global live music series

W Hotels, renowned for championing LGBTQ+ equality and long term partner of GAY TIMES, is elevating its commitment to inclusivity with the launch of W PRESENTS, a global live music series. This initiative underscores W Hotels’ dedication to the music industry, blending local and international talent in a platform curated by LP Giobbi. Beyond performances, W will collaborate with FEMME HOUSE to emphasise education and equity in music, offering workshops for women, gender-expansive, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ creatives. With a diverse lineup and stops around the world, W PRESENTS promises to…

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ABBA Voyage: Uniting people through song, dance and fashion

For 50 years ABBA has built an untouchable legacy that has united people in many untold ways – but ABBA Voyage is the physical vessel where that connection is crystalized, night after night. Words by Lewis Corner Unexpected Friendships photography by Jordan Rossi ABBA Voyage photography by Johan Persson In Partnership with ABBA Voyage When ABBA Voyage launched in the summer of 2022 it was hailed as a pop concert experience like nothing before it. A specially-designed ABBA Arena nestled in the heart of East London gave birth to a…

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Articles Culture LGBTQ Music LGBTQ+ News Music News Omar Apollo Troye Sivan

“He’s always been a great friend”: Omar Apollo shuts down Troye Sivan feud rumours

Omar Apollo has set the record straight about his rumoured beef with Troye Sivan. Back in June, Apollo released his second studio album, God Said No, fronted by the acclaimed singles ‘Spite ‘, ‘Dispose of Me ‘and ‘Less of You’. Ahead of its release, the American singer-songwriter told his fans via Twitter/X that he saw “a few twinks complaining” that the album didn’t consist of “loose booty hole music or popper music”. While he acknowledged that there were “SOME feel good tracks” – particularly the third uptempo single ‘Less of…

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Shania Twain brings high-camp country concert to BST Hyde Park – review

If you’re not familiar with BST Hyde Park, it’s a fun festival that takes over London’s Hyde Park for a couple of weeks each summer. Over two consecutive weekends, big name stars will headline the main stage for ticketed events; through the week there are a series of smaller free concerts and film screenings that take place across the various stages. There are lots of pop up street food vendors and bars to add to the festival vibes, even if this summer’s weather really isn’t delivering. We’ve been to check…

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Heartbreak High star Ayesha Madon comes out as bisexual: “My first kiss was with a girl”

Ayesha Madon has opened up about her sexuality in an exclusive cover story interview with GAY TIMES. Best known for her role as Amerie on Netflix’s beloved queer comedy-drama Heartbreak High, Madon has recently segued into the music industry. As the actress and singer spoke out about her new career direction, she also revealed more about her queerness, admitting this is her first time doing so publicly. “I’ve actually never spoken about my sexuality before in anything, so this is pretty new,” she told GAY TIMES. Madon realised she was…

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Articles Culture Hayato Isomura K-Pop LGBTQ+ News LGBTQ+ TV Music Netflix News Ok Taec-yeon Soul Mate Television

Soul Mate: K-pop star Ok Taec-yeon lands lead role in Netflix’s new LGBTQ+ drama

K-pop idol Ok Taec-yeon has signed on to star in a new LGBTQIA+ series, and fans are understandably freaking out. On 28 June, Netflix surprised subscribers with a first look at the upcoming drama Soul Mate, starring the renowned 2PM member and Japanese actor Hayato Isomura. Described as a 10-year-long love story, the series is set to showcase a “heartfelt depiction of love and its complexities, including joy, pain, and unexplainable deep bonds.” The synopsis for the series reads: “Traversing the cities of Berlin, Seoul, and Tokyo, Soul Mate tells…

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Heartbreak High’s Ayesha Madon is more than a TV star

The rising star on unlearning comphet culture, Rina Sawayama’s influence on her music career and her new single ‘Blame Me’ WORDS BY ZOYA RAZA-SHEIKH PHOTOGRAPHY BY YASMIN SUTEJA Right now, it’s Ayesha Madon’s moment. Poised, face illuminated by a beaming ring light, the 26-year-old Australian actress is grinning over Zoom. And, of course, she’s excited. In recent years, a lot has been at play for Madon – she’s garnered high praise for her lead role in Netflix’s campy teen series Heartbreak High and picked up nominations including the AACTA Audience…

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Articles Culture Jason Mraz Music News

Jason Mraz reveals why he waited to publicly come out

Jason Mraz has gone into further detail about his coming out journey, including why he waited to share his sexuality publicly. In 2018, the singer-songwriter wrote a love letter to the LGBTQIA+ community as part of Pride Month, where the line “I am bi your side, always” led fans (and the press) to believe that he had come out as bisexual. The following month, he told Billboard that he had sexual experiences with men during his marriage to ex-wife Christina Carano. In the years since, Mraz has been open about…

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