Gay Music: In the Key of Q

Music-loving gay podcast featuring insightful and inspiring conversations with Queer musicians.

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Aruan

“It was just as well he was pretty because he wasn't very smart!” WARNING: This episode contains a discussion about a real-life extreme violent event. Metropolitan Police – reporting hate crime. GALOP – the LGBT+ anti-violence charity. Childline – homophobic bullying NHS - lesbian, gay, bisexual or trans (LGBTQ+) mental health support. Aruan talks about his accidental outing at school and his lifelong music love of David Bowie, Prince… and Bucks Fizz! Other subjects include the Russell T Davies ...

Mar 30, 2021•30 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Ty McKinnie: Blackness, Bravery, and Belonging

In this powerful episode of "In The Key of Q," host Dan Hall speaks with Ty McKinnie, whose soulful voice Dan describes as feeling like "the most beautiful, sleepy all-night hug." Born and raised in Atlanta, Ty shares his journey of growing up in a religious Black household while secretly knowing he was gay. From hiding his true self in a religious environment that condemned homosexuality to finding liberation through music in New York, Ty offers a candid look at the intersectionality of being b...

Mar 22, 2021•34 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Matt Fishel: Pride, Perseverance, and Pop Perfection

Episode remastered, re-edited and extended for 2025! Summary Matt Fishel's journey from performing arts graduate to independent queer music pioneer reads like a manifesto for artistic integrity. When major record labels told him that "nobody will ever buy music sung by a man singing about other men," Matt made a choice that would define his career: he refused to compromise. Through his blend of European pop sensibilities and Green Day-inspired rock, Matt has crafted the soundtrack that his teena...

Mar 22, 2021•31 min•Season 1Ep. 1

Exclusive Preview!

In the Key of Q is a new show launching on Tuesday 23 March 2021, where you can find conversations with international Queer musicians. Say hello to us at [email protected] - it'll be great to hear from you! Dan Hall (Producer / Presenter)

Mar 06, 2021•2 min

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