A hip-hop song about trans, gender non-conforming, and two-spirit heroes? Yes! It’s part of the Grammy-nominated Alphabet Rockers’ new, intergenerational music album, full of songs on gender, race, allyship, social justice, and more. Watch the lyric video here.
Maybe it’s the hint of real spring in the air, but I’ve had music in my head lately, so I thought it would be a good time to recap some of the great music that now exists for and about LGBTQ parents, LGBTQ kids, and different types of families in general.
A new album of children’s music for queer families and others covers a range of topics for tots and parents alike, including feelings, farts, social justice, potty training, and nipple confusion.
Musicians, producers, spouses, and moms Danielle LoPresti and Alicia Champion have released a new beautiful video inspired by their personal journey to adoption.
A love song about physics, math, and two queer women?
It’s true! Have a listen!
Just in time for Mother’s Day, Houston-based soul band The Suffers has released a new video for their song “Mammas,” celebrating many kinds of mothers and family connections.
Jay Z’s album 4:44, which includes a song with a verse about his lesbian mom, has been nominated for “Best Album of the Year” and “Best Rap Album” Grammy Awards.
Ten years ago, Dottie’s Magic Pockets became the first live-action series created especially for kids with LGBTQ parents. A music album followed. Now, its creators are back with a companion book to their song “Who’s in Your Family?” (and you can get a “super secret” early-bird perk)!
Let’s continue our LGBTQ History Month exploration of LGBTQ parents in history with a look at jazz musician and bandleader Billy Tipton, who was also transgender and dad to three sons.
Last week, I published a list of my favorite books of 2016 for and about LGBTQ families—but if you still need gift ideas, including music albums, games, and books, here are a few more.
