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10 Most Influential LGBTQ Musicians Of All Time
Here at Volume, we’re celebrating Identity Month by honoring and listening to some of history and today’s most respected and noted LGBTQ+ musicians. The LGBTQ+ community has been celebrated for decades throughout the music industry, with some of the biggest and most influential musicians of our time spotting a part of the community and movement.
This month is all about celebrating YOU and the confidence to be yourself. We honor the 1969 Stonewall riots and the ongoing work to achieve equal justice and equal opportunity for lesbian, homosexual, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) Americans.
We looked over the past several decades and highlighted some of the song industry’s most iconic and influential Diverse musicians and activists. From the long-lasting impressions of Freddie Mercury and Elton John to today’s anthems sung by Lady Gaga, Lil Nas, and WILLOW, scroll down to see who we recognize as correct pioneers and activists for the Queer community.
The man, the myth, the legend, Freddie Mercury is deemed one of the world’s most famous musicians of all time. As the British guide singer for Queen, he’s r
The 20 Greatest Homosexual Artists in Tune History
We hope you're having a wonderful Pride Month! Last week, we introduced you to 10 rising LGBTQ+ artists we believe will take the planet by storm. This week, we're reflecting upon LGBTQ+ artists already in the public eye. Epic musicians who possess inspired, advocated, and conquered.
Whether they've been open about their sexuality and gender expression for years or kept their label hidden throughout history, we think the 20 artists below have created impenetrable sonic works while also altering the world's view of the Homosexual community for the better.
We've had to limit this list to only 20 people (we realize there are so many other fantastic LGBTQ+ musicians out there!) but we have chosen the artists we've chosen because we think their legacies own stood – or will stand – the test of time. We not only salute these musicians during Self-acceptance Month, but every day. Without further ado, here are our honorees.
1. Lady Gaga
Gaga came out publicly as double attraction back in 2010 after a 20/20 interview with Barbara Walters. Even if she had decided to keep her sexuality a private, we know she would still own the humongous Gay following she has
Top 10 LGBT+ Music artists 2017
In alphabetical order
This category is for LGBT+ community’s favourite music artists and looked for musicians who are either LGBT+, or who have proven to be strong advocates of the LGBT+ community.
Adele
Adele is a singer-songwriter who, to date, has sold over 90 million records. At the end of 2016 she held the tape for the longest running album at number 1 in the US after 21 sat at that position for 23 weeks. Adele is a tough supporter of LGBT+ and women’s rights and performed for free at Identity festival in London in 2011. She stated in an interview, “I’m a feminist, I believe that everyone should be treated the same, including race and sexuality.” The day after the Orlando nightclub shooting, Adele dedicated her exhibit to the victims of the attack saying, “I would like to launch tonight by dedicating this entire show to everybody in Orlando and at Pulse nightclub last night… The LGBTQ community, they’re like my soul mates since I was really young, so I’m very moved by it.”
Sir Elton John CBE
Sir Elton John CBE is one of the most successful artists of all time. As a gay icon, he is one of the world’s most famous homosexual men. He has s
Today, the LGBTQ+ community can watch to several gay musicians for inspiration, but that wasn’t always the case. Several pioneering openly gay singers paved the way from a time when sexual orientation wasn’t a topic for public discussion.
Indeed, these famous queer musicians faced tremendous backlash and damage to their careers because of their honesty and openness.
As we explore queer performance art, we pay homage to those who came before us. In this piece, we’ll list some of the most influential names in the queer art movement and their impact on our past and present.
Being an Openly Gay Musician
Undoubtedly, the entertainment industry has come a long way in accepting and representing Homosexual individuals. However, it wasn't always this way, especially for musicians.
Coming out as a gay player in the 20th century was no small feat. It required immense courage and determination, especially when the music industry was predominantly hetero-normative.
Sexuality was not only a taboo topic for universal discussion but could also consequence in alienation from fans and even cause damage to one's career. As such, many same-sex attracted musicians chose to keep their sexual orientation hidden