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Spotify announces GLOW program in support of LGBTQ+ artists and creators

Spotify has introduced a new initiative centred on supporting LGBTQ+ artists and creators around the globe.  On 25 January, the music streaming giant announced their brand new equity program, GLOW – which was conceived to “amplify LGBTQIA+ artists and creators.” “The LGBTQIA+ community has greatly influenced music, and both music and culture have long been moved by the community in return,” Spotify said in a press release. “Today, Spotify introduces GLOW… our latest initiative to support people of this historically marginalised community of voices and reassert our commitment to equity…

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Rita Ora delivers an electric performance of You Only Love Me at Heaven Nightclub

Pop star Rita Ora has ushered in her new music era with a jaw-dropping performance at Heaven Nightclub.  On 27 January, the I Will Never Let You Down singer released their infectious pop single, You Only Love Me.  Co-written by Ora and acclaimed producer Lewis Thompson, the romantic track is inspired by the singer’s personal experience of feeling vulnerable in a new relationship while letting go of her past heartbreaks.  With its dance-pop production and heartfelt lyrics, You Only Love Me expertly showcases the talented singer’s growth as an artist…

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Sam Smith on the hate they received after coming out: “It was really hard”

Sam Smith has opened up about the hate they received after coming out as non-binary. Back in 2019, the Unholy singer came out as non-binary and genderqueer during an interview with Jameela Jamil. “I’ve always had a little bit of a war going within my body and my mind. I do think like a woman sometimes, in my head. Sometimes I’ve questioned, ‘Do I want a sex change?’ and it’s something I still think about, like: ‘Do I want to?’” they said. “But I don’t think it is. When I…

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PVRIS share gritty new power single Goddess

Massachusetts pop rock act PVRIS have doubled down on their comeback with a killer new track, Goddess. Following up on their previous releases, Anywhere But Here and Animal, PVRIS have gone full throttle in their new sound. The new single, Goddess, sits as an ode to female rage, power, and confidence. Lyndsey Gunnulfsen, who records and performs as PVRIS, has taken the lead of the former band. Signalling her new era, the musician described Goddess as a “celebration of femininity, all shapes and forms, and a cathartic, guttural scream at…

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Leland returns with massive pop anthem Bad At Letting Go

Leland has finally launched his solo pop comeback. The singer-songwriter and producer has returned with the 80s-influenced piano-driven anthem Bad At Letting Go, which he wrote and produced with frequent collaborator Peter Thomas. Leland said the track takes place “within the blip of time where a relationship has just ended but you and your now ex are the only people who know it”. In his statement, he explained further: “You put a pause on processing the breakup and channel all of that emotion into a crisis induced dance where you…

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Fans react to Bob the Drag Queen touring with Madonna: “I will ascend”

Madonna’s tour announcement left Drag Race fans floored when a viral video revealed that Bob the Drag Queen would appear as a special guest. On 17 January, the icon announced The Celebration Tour with a clip paying homage to her trailblazing film Truth or Dare, featuring stars such as Diplo, Jack Black, Bob the Drag Queen, Kate Berlant, Larry Owens and Eric Andre. The video culminates with Amy Schumer daring Madonna to go on tour, which she accepts. Produced by Live Nation, the 35-city global tour commences in North America…

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Maren Morris apologises for country music’s homophobia during Drag Race Untucked

Maren Morris apologised to the queens during Drag Race: Untucked for country music’s treatment of the LGBTQ+ community.   On the third episode of RuPaul’s Drag Race season 15, the young talent served as a guest judge alongside RuPaul, Michelle Visage and Ts Madison.  For their third maxi-challenge, the queens were tasked with selling their vision of the afterlife – aka “The Queer After – by creating their own infomercials. After watching their heavenly infomercials and presenting their “Metallica” ensembles on the main stage, the 15 contestants headed backstage to relax…

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Renée Rapp announces upgraded UK headline show

Actor and musician Renée Rapp has shared details for her highly anticipated Everything To Everyone show, which will take place in London next week. Taking to social media yesterday (12th January), Rapp announced she will be performing a one-off headliner gig at the infamous Lafayette. However, due to phenomenal demand, the singer’s show was moved to Heaven. Now, once again, exceeding demand, the Too Well musician’s event has been upgraded and will take place at the O2 Forum Kentish Town. Fans can find tickets for Rapp’s show here. london I…

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