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Brandy Clark, Kelly Clarkson Perform ‘Dear Insecurity’ With Stunning Harmonies

Following a performance of out musician Brandy Clark’s duet on The Kelly Clarkson Show, Kelly Clarkson called her “the greatest songwriter of our generation.”

Two Years After Trump Praise, Shania Twain Duets With Orville Peck

The pop/country icon collaborated with the gay country singer, who declines to show his face in public.

Eric Himan: Indie Idol

As he releases his seventh studio album, Supposed Unknown, grassroots folk-pop rocker Eric Himan looks back at his determined decade as an openly gay artist and lyrical activist.

Music stars on gay marriage

Forty-two artists speak out for their gay fans and against President Bush's push to write discrimination into the U.S. Constitution

Brandi Carlile Wins Grammy, Pays Moving Tribute to Musical Legend

Two years after she took the Grammys by storm, winning three awards, Carlile took home another and also honored singer-songwriter John Prine.

An LGBT Earthquake Is Happening in Country Music

There’s an earthquake happening in the music genre that has long kept many of us at a lasso-length’s distance.

Maren Morris Raises $100K for Trans Causes After 'Lunatic' Insult

The country music star was called a "lunatic" by Tucker Carlson because she clapped back at anti-trans comments by Brittany Aldean, wife of Jason Aldean.

Brandi Carlile Wins Big at Grammys, Talks About Being a 'Misfit'

The performer, who's been out as a lesbian since before her career kicked into high gear, won several awards and spoke about coming out in high school. 

Forty Under 40: Entertainment

Sia heads up an impressive list of out entertainers that includes Eric Himan, Jamie Lauren, Del Marquis, Chris Ryan, and John Krokidas.

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.

InterPride to Honor Joel Kim Booster, Fran Drescher, and More at Gala

Laith Ashley and Pride 365 will also receive awards at the global organization's inaugural gala.

What Films, TV Shows, Books & Music Did You Overlook in 2022?

2023 is your chance to catch up with these gems.

Crash course with Kathleen Bird York

The Oscar-nominated singer-songwriter talks about her road to Crash, reflects on the emotional roots of her music, and pays tribute to her gay filmmaker brother

60 Music Videos That Raised LGBT Visibility

LGBT artists and allies have been creating compelling music videos about our lives for decades.

21 Trans Icons You Should Know on Transgender Day of Visibility

For Trans Day of Visibility, these are 21 trans icons that deserve your attention.

Maura Healey Sworn in as Nation's First Lesbian Governor

Healey's inauguration in Massachusetts, which took place Thursday, will be followed Monday by the swearing-in of another lesbian governor, Tina Kotek of Oregon.

Where Have You Been, k.d.?

After seven years off center stage, the lesbian crooner returns with a new philosophy on life and music.

14 Homo Heartbreak Hits for Valentine's Day

Why suffer quietly on the world's crummiest holiday when you can crank up these tunes, belt out lovelorn lyrics, and sashay away the pain?

Music for boys…and everyone else

Out actor Anthony Rapp and out writer Dennis Hensley talk about their full-on dedication to their music, being out, and whether Flashdance is better than Manilow.

What the Steve Grand Phenomenon Says About You

The Internet has picked Steve Grand as its gay scion, and he talks with The Advocate about why releasing his first full-length album is really about equality.