We know you’re always looking for new artists to add to your playlist. To celebrate both Pride Month and Black Music Month, we decided to highlight the you should be listening to. Whether they’re award-winning household names or a fresh face you haven’t had time to explore, we examine a wide variety of genres to find something for everyone.
So kick back, bookmark this page, and get ready to download new music from Black LGBTQ+ artists you need to check out. 2 / 16 Janelle Monáe Janelle Monáe Everything Janelle Monáe does is interesting. Whether it’s as an actress or singer, she’s always striving to push the envelope and keep things fresh.
A quality all artists should want for their careers. 3 / 16 Mykki Blanco Mykki Blanco Rapper Mikki Blanco uses their art to express the emotions of a vulnerable community, representing their own stories and those of others, showing young people that there are people who understand what they’re going through. 4 / 16 Victoria Monét Victoria Monét didn’t want to be open about her bisexuality, but because notable artists before her couldn’t be their authentic selves, she said, “I have the privilege to do so, I should and just be honest.
” 5 / 16 Lil Nas X Lil Nas X Lil Nas X’s influence comes in the way he’s so unapologetically his true self. The proud way he puts himself out there gives his young fans something to admire. They can see themselves living a life where they get to be their authentic selves and not c.