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The 15 best albums of 2023 by LGBTQ+ artists

Featuring standout releases from Janelle Monáe and Victoria Monét to Boygenius and Ashnikko, here are our top 15 albums from this year. WORDS BY ZOYA RAZA-SHEIKH HEADER DESIGN BY YOSEF PHELAN In a year of underdog mega-releases and skyrocketing debut albums, 2023 has proven that LGBTQIA+ artists—and their experiences—are what make the music industry interesting. Victoria Monét revived R&B in style, Sufjan Stevens made us all weep, and Troye Sivan’s comeback reminded us what it’s like to get lost in a party. Oh, and Boygenius defied all expectations with an…

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Sufjan Stevens dedicates his new album to his late partner: “He was an absolute gem”

Sufjan Stevens has come out as part of the LGBTQIA+ community in an emotional tribute to his late partner.  On 6 October, the ‘Mystery of Love’ singer dropped his tenth studio album Javelin.  Since its release, the 10-track record has received universal acclaim from fans and critics, with many praising it for its heartfelt lyrics and immersive production.  To celebrate his new album, Stevens uploaded a heartfelt post to Instagram, dedicating the record to his later partner, Evans Richardson.  “This album is dedicated to the light of my life, my…

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