Gayety

Category: Music

At Gayety, we celebrate the rich tapestry of LGBTQ+ music by spotlighting both iconic and emerging queer artists. Our coverage includes in-depth profiles of openly gay musicians, festivals, performances, and more.

  • Oxford All-Male A Cappella Group Sleighs With ‘Santa Baby’

    Oxford All-Male A Cappella Group Sleighs With ‘Santa Baby’

    Out of the Blue is Oxford’s all-male a cappella group that went viral with its rendition of Shakira’s “Hips Don’t Lie.” (more…)

  • New Adele Song Will Take Your Breath Away

    New Adele Song Will Take Your Breath Away

    Another new Adele song? Already? We aren’t emotionally prepared! In an interview with 60 Minutes Australia, Adele debuted a preview of “When We Were Young,” the second song of her third studio album titled 25, which comes out November 20.

    While we haven’t recovered from the release of “Hello,” we certainly aren’t complaining about the amount of Adele that’s sure to take over the radio soon.

    In the clip below, the singer opened up about her fears, fans, and phenomenal voice. In the end, is overwhelming clear — The Brit is back.

    H/T: Queerty

  • A Cher Musical Is Most Definitely in the Works

    A Cher Musical Is Most Definitely in the Works

    Cher shared some amazing news via Twitter on October 25 that has all her Gypsies, Tramps and Thieves going a little crazy online.

    That’s right, the diva is doing Broadway — well, her music is. Not much information has been released about the Cher musical, but we wonder if the Dark Lady will take center stage for the production.

    Joined by Rick Elice, co-creator of the musical Jersey Boys, Cher’s show is a guaranteed success that will feature the biggest hits from her career which has endured more than six decades. We Believe in you, Cher! Congrats on conquering another entertainment arena!

    Editor’s Note: This post originally contained a preview video which is no longer available and has been removed.

  • All That We Want Is This Britney Spears Ace of Base Cover

    All That We Want Is This Britney Spears Ace of Base Cover

    It’s Britney, bitch. And, she’s covering Ace of Base’s massive 1992 hit “All That She Wants.” Ulf Efberg, the bands frontman, described the track as “very strong” and we’d have to agree! Although, after the 2007 recording, the song artists left the song unfinished and untuned, but Britney Spears slayed the hit with an all-new set of versus.

    As you may recall, 2007 was a very turbulent time for Spears, and this re-vamped record is reportedly about her mom. Some fans aren’t overly enthusiastic about the cover, and it might not be as catchy as the original. But, it’s Britney, and she’s all we want.

    Listen to Britney Spears’ “All That She Wants” cover below!

    H/T: NewNowNext

  • Troye Sivan Is Nobody’s ‘Fool’ in Latest Music Video

    Troye Sivan Is Nobody’s ‘Fool’ in Latest Music Video

    We could barely wait for Part 2 of Troye Sivan’s “Blue Neighborhood” music video saga and it’s finally here! Titled “Fools,” Sivan’s video continues to follow the tumultuous love affair between two childhood friends. Told by the sultry singer in short-film format, these videos will give you all the feels.

    Seriously, if you didn’t see “Wild” Part 1, you need to stop what you’re doing and watch the video below.

    All caught up? Great. Now for the latest installment.

    Were we right? All.The.Feels. Part 3 can’t come soon enough. Keep an eye out on Sivan’s Official Vevo page which you can find on YouTube.

  • Andrew Christian Model Pablo Hernandez Debuts Music Video

    [tps_header]Pablo Hernandez is best known for being one of Andrew Christian’s most talented models. (more…)

  • Listen to Sam Smith’s Epic James Bond Theme

    Listen to Sam Smith’s Epic James Bond Theme

    ICYMI, Sam Smith performed the theme to the new James Bond film, Spectre, and it’s awesome. The openly gay singer is apparently very excited about this song.

    In response to the song, Smith says:

    “I love the song so much… it’s the quickest I’ve ever written a song — it took 20 minutes… and [the Bond producers] loved it! This is one of the highlights of my career.

    I am so excited to be a part of this iconic British legacy and join an incredible line up of some of my biggest musical inspirations. I’m so relieved to actually talk about this, this has been a top secret mission of my own.”

    Before you see Spectre on October 26, listen to Smith’s theme below!

  • Sexy Nick Jonas Took the VMAs to the Next Level

    Sexy Nick Jonas Took the VMAs to the Next Level

    In case you missed it, a sexy Nick Jonas debuted the music video for “Levels” at the MTV VMAs last night and it was fantastic. (more…)

  • Pop Star Comes Out In Gay Music Video

    Pop Star Comes Out In Gay Music Video

    Are you familiar with Tooji? He’s an Iranian singer who’s ridiculously popular in Norway, where he lives. The Norwegian star recently came out as gay in a super sexy music video that features gay sex in a church. The video, which shows Tooji having “gay sex” with a priest, infuriated the Church of Norway and motivated the bishop of Oslo to release a statement. The Huffington Post kindly translated the statement:

    “No matter what the video’s message might be or who the artist might be, footage of intimate scenes in front of the altar is unacceptable, and it is an abuse of the church. I was informed about the matter after they decided to rent out Frogner Church and had done the shoot. No matter what the content of the video might be, it is not acceptable to perform these types of scenes in front of the altar. It is a misuse of the holy room of the church.”

    The bishop stated that he would feel the same way if it were a man and a woman having simulated sex in front of the alter and that his feelings aren’t direct towards the gay sex act.

    “A scene shot between a man and a woman would also be unacceptable. What has happened breaks several rules of the church. Besides this, I would not comment any further on the matter.”

    In response to the bishop’s statements, Tooji created a video that discusses the point of his gay sex scene and his hopes for equality.

    “I want to stand out as an example and let my voice be heard for all those voices mute, for all those who feel ashamed with their beliefs, that are told that God doesn’t accept them.”

    “Let me tell you: You are a part of God and what you have is the purest gift. Any love between two grown-up, consenting adults — no matter gender, no matter race — is pure … I am gay and I stand up for my rights and that is why I made the video ‘Father.’”

    H/T: Huffington Post