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Santana gets saucy, Lemon gives us life & more: Your weekly bop roundup
Trump’s indictment, harmful anti-trans legislation being passed this week, or just following along with Gwyneth Paltrow’s ski crash trial, it’s safe to say we deserve a chance to, as Loosey Laduca would say, let LOOSE this weekend.Thankfully, your favorite queer and LGBTQ+ allied artists have got you covered because this Friday is stacked with some club bangers, synthpop jams, and emotional ballads that will meet all your music needs and give you a moment to breathe.With a little bit of rap, pop, R&B, and even some K-pop, let’s dive into this week’s bop roundup!Since his breakout in 2018, Holland has been a trailblazer as one of the first openly gay K-pop artists, paving the way for representation in an industry that isn’t always accepting of the LGBTQ+ community. Fans have eagerly awaited new music from him, and he’s finally returned with “NUMBER BOY,” a moody synthpop track showcasing his signature sound with mid-tempo electro beats and an anthemic quality.Holland’s impressive vocals add an otherworldly vibe to the music, and the music video features the artist serving various looks, including a scene covered in glitter and a deconstructed denim and gold dress.