Canadian singer-songwriter Anna Gutmanis released this in 2008, and it’s become something of an LGBT anthem. The song won Canada’s Pride In The Arts “2009 Pride Song” Award.
Anna Gutmanis – I Am Who I Am
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Monthly Archives: January 2017
Mary Lambert – She Keeps Me Warm
Mary Lambert was featured on the hit Macklemore and Lewis single, Same Love, and this song draws on the chorus she wrote for it. It’s based on her experience of growing up as a lesbian in a religious family.
Aiden James – I Wanna Dance With Somebody
There’s no doubt that I Wanna Dance With Somebody has a place in the hearts of many gay men of a certain age, and video sites are awash with cover versions in tribute to Whitney Houston. Aiden James made this heartfelt version in 2013. It may not be as quite as touching as Matt Alber’s, but it’s a strong performance from a talented singer and songwriter.
Father Tiger – First Love
Father Tiger are a Los Angeles indie duo whose arrangements will immediately remind you of the 80s, and there’s nothing bad about that. This – from 2013 – is one of number of videos from a range of artists who gave their support to the campaign for marriage equality in the US.
As EQ Music reported, “First Love” was directed by Michael Medico and the music video embodies tolerance and the fight for equality all the way down to the supporters who helped create the video; over fifty people donated their time and services, and the venue contributed their fee to the Gay and Lesbian Center of Los Angeles. Partial proceeds from “First Love” will also go towards organizations such as Freedom to Marry, American Foundation for Equal Rights and Lambda Legal.
Doug Strahm – Better This Way
Alternative Country artist Doug Strahm started out writing jingles and making commercials, along with running a restaurant and raising four children. He and his husband Bruce have been together for close on 20 years.
This 2013 video features the late model Chris Miklos, beloved of the bear community, and tells the story of a construction worker
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