Awareness. Advocacy. Education. Networking. Community. Service. Support.
QReview LGBTQ Music Project (the QReview) is NOT a music blog or news outlet.
Qreview is a unique organization working to grow and foster awareness of the global 2SLGBTQIA+ music community.
Our mission is to
- be a hub for the global LGBTQ+ music community
- provide services, resources and opportunities for LGBTQ+ artists to grow their music image and increase their professional cache
- support queer artists by advocating for stronger, more accurate representation within the music industry as well as on music channels and other media outlets
- educate youth and community on the music LGBTQ+ artists are creating
- introduce industry to the community of global LGBTQ+ artists
How we do this:
Qreview is a unique organization working to grow and foster awareness of the global 2SLGBTQIA+ music community.
Our mission is to
- be a hub for the global LGBTQ+ music community
- provide services, resources and opportunities for LGBTQ+ artists to grow their music image and increase their professional cache
- support queer artists by advocating for stronger, more accurate representation within the music industry as well as on music channels and other media outlets
- educate youth and community on the music LGBTQ+ artists are creating
- introduce industry to the community of global LGBTQ+ artists
How we do this:
- Offering a safe and supportive space for artists regardless of their level of experience
- Promotion of queer music through our OUT LOUD podcast, OUT LOUD Radio Show and our various music playlists
- Creating awareness campaigns and dedicated programs/services
- Offer artists dedicated support and systems via our Qmmunity LGBTQ+ Artist Membership Program
- Hosting meaningful conversations through YouTube and Instagram Live recordings and events
- Outreach to youth, queer communities, community organizations, businesses and industry
- Educational programming for queer youth and LGBTQ music artists
- Artist events to have their music heard by the general community and industry
Kenney Fitzpatrick, Q Review Founder
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 discover and 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 2SLGBTQIA+ 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, education and appreciation of LGBTQ music of all genres.
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 discover and 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 2SLGBTQIA+ 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, education and appreciation of LGBTQ music of all genres.
