Lucy Dacus and Janelle Monáe on gender journeys: ‘Freedom cannot be choked’
The singers were in conversation for Rolling Stone's "Musicians on Musicians" series and spoke about how and why they play with gender fluidity.
October 20, 2025
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Out100: Reneé Rapp praises Cynthia Erivo
"Cynthia is wowing audiences in Wicked, breathing a new life into the 20-year-old character with her nuanced interpretation," Reneé Rapp said.
December 13, 2024
I'm a Musician Who's Trans, Not a Trans Musician
Summer Luk embraces her gender identity, but that doesn't mean she wants to make all her music about it.
January 31, 2017
Kim Burrell apologizes to LGBTQ+ community for 'negative and hurtful' comments
GLAAD has called the Gospel musician's apology "a first step toward full accountability."
July 25, 2024
21 must-see Brandi Carlile collabs that will change your life
Brandi Carlile is a musician's musician, and these collaborations prove just how much she's admired across the industry. Check them out here and be changed for the better.
January 26, 2024
Catholic Food Pantry Fires Lesbian Director
A Kansas City food pantry is without a director after an accidental outing.
May 16, 2014
Taryn Manning and Musician Anne Cline Are Engaged
Cline proposed to the Orange Is the New Black star at a gig.
June 14, 2021
Trans Musician Among Dead in Oakland Fire
Cash Askew of the band There Are Us Too is among the 36 confirmed dead in the Friday night fire at a warehouse turned performance space.
December 5, 2016
37 Alternative 'Trans Anthems' by Trans Musicians
Looking for a 'trans anthem' for your playlist? Listen to 37 sensational songs written and performed by some seriously talented trans and gender-variant musicians.
December 11, 2014
'Gifted Musician' Fired From Catholic Church
A popular church musician was fired by the Catholic Diocese of Arlington, Va., after marrying his partner.
April 9, 2014
How Kehlani Carved a Path As a Queer Musician and Mom
In The Advocate's cover story, Kehlani discusses privilege, gender, motherhood, and the amazing Black trans women in their life.
April 6, 2021
How This Musician’s Kids Made Her Follow the Dream
Queer musician Nikole Potulsky says her kids inspired her new album.
January 2, 2018