Awareness. Advocacy. Education. Networking. Community. Support.
The QReview LGBTQ Music Project (the QReview) is an organization working to grow and foster awareness of the global 2SLGBTQIA+ music community. We are not a news outlet.
Our mission is to support queer artists by advocating for stronger, more accurate representation within the music industry as well as on music channels and other media outlets.
How we do this:
Why we do this:
Historically, 2LGBTQ+ artists have hidden their sexuality from fans and record labels alike for fear of sabotaging their careers or being rejected because of their sexual orientation. It’s time to change the narrative.
More and more 2LGBTQ+ artists than ever are entering the music industry as their true, authentic selves. However, being an "out" artist can still sometimes mean they’re ignored, passed over, or face negativity and hostility.
In 2018, when the Q Review began, it was a means to circumvent this reality and discover queer artists and their music in Canada and around the world. In the early days, the goal was simply to celebrate the LGBTQ music community and connect music lovers with amazing, authentic LGBTQ voices. It soon became clear that, while the world was changing, more work was needed.
Today, the Q Review exists as a champion for independent 2LGBTQ+ music artists and their artistic creativity. We provide a platform for them to be heard and seen; a place where they can share their stories and reach larger audiences; and we work to create opportunities for the advancement and appreciation of LGBTQ music of all genres.
The QReview LGBTQ Music Project (the QReview) is an organization working to grow and foster awareness of the global 2SLGBTQIA+ music community. We are not a news outlet.
Our mission is to support queer artists by advocating for stronger, more accurate representation within the music industry as well as on music channels and other media outlets.
How we do this:
- Promotion of queer music through our queer music podcast OUT LOUD and our various music playlists
- Awareness campaigns, programs and services through our QReview Membership Program (coming soon)
- Hosting meaningful conversations through YouTube and Instagram Live recordings and events
- Outreach
- Educational programming for queer youth and LGBTQ music artists
Why we do this:
Historically, 2LGBTQ+ artists have hidden their sexuality from fans and record labels alike for fear of sabotaging their careers or being rejected because of their sexual orientation. It’s time to change the narrative.
More and more 2LGBTQ+ artists than ever are entering the music industry as their true, authentic selves. However, being an "out" artist can still sometimes mean they’re ignored, passed over, or face negativity and hostility.
In 2018, when the Q Review began, it was a means to circumvent this reality and discover queer artists and their music in Canada and around the world. In the early days, the goal was simply to celebrate the LGBTQ music community and connect music lovers with amazing, authentic LGBTQ voices. It soon became clear that, while the world was changing, more work was needed.
Today, the Q Review exists as a champion for independent 2LGBTQ+ music artists and their artistic creativity. We provide a platform for them to be heard and seen; a place where they can share their stories and reach larger audiences; and we work to create opportunities for the advancement and appreciation of LGBTQ music of all genres.
