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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.”

Watch Brandi Carlile perform new song 'That’s Why We Love Nature' on 'Sesame Street'

Brandi Carlile and Sesame Street is an unexpectedly perfect combination.

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. 

Allison Russell speaks out after Tennessee Republicans' snub: 'Pretty blatant'

Instead of focusing on the "blatant" behavior of state Republicans, Allison Russell says "we need to motivate, encourage, and empower the voters in Tennessee to show up at the polls."

Brandi Carlile Honors Joni Mitchell With Soaring 'River' Cover

The out Americana singer brought down the house when she performed Mitchell's sad Christmas classic for the Kennedy Center Honors.

How to Be Queer in Country Music: The Story of Mya Byrne

When Byrne came out as trans, the piece of her that was anxious went away, and life went from "blurry to technicolor." Finally, she was able to fully develop her songwriting.

Big Music Stars Join LGBTQ+ ‘Love Rising’ Benefit Concert in Tennessee

The organizers hope to open the minds of Tennesseans who come to enjoy the show.

21 Artists Performing at Nashville's LGBTQ+ Rights Concert 'Love Rising'

Some of music's biggest acts are taking a stand against anti-trans and anti-drag bills that have recently been signed into law by the state's Republican governor.

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.

Brandi Carlile Sang to Janelle Monáe at the Grammys

One out powerhouse singing to another! 

Brandi Carlile to Ellen DeGeneres: 'I Came Out at 14 Because of You'

The three-time Grammy winner credited DeGeneres with inspiring her to come out as a lesbian. Later they exchanged "I love yous."

Joy Oladokun’s Ode to Forever Love, ‘Sweet Symphony,’ Gets Soaring New Release

The Black queer Americana singer’s duet with Chris Stapleton has become a favorite at celebrations and weddings since its release last year.

Here are all the artists performing at the 2024 Grammys

Get ready for the Grammys tonight!

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.

Queer Music Thrived at Nashville's Love Rising LGBTQ+ Benefit Concert

The star-studded event saw acts like Allison Russell, Maren Morris, Brittany Howard, and more raise over $400,000 for Tennessee LGBTQ+ groups.

Dr. Compassion

One surgeon's work has made residents of a small Colorado town experts on transsexualism

Brandi Carlile on Faith, Music, and Motherhood: 'OK, Here's The Truth'

"I always feel like if I write this song and I tell the truth, if I show up here and I decide to be myself and people still accept me, then I guess I do belong here."

What's Gay About the 2016 Grammy Nominations?

The 2016 Grammy Award nomininations were released Monday. Are LGBT artists well represented?