Jinkx’s call to action, Diplo takes Madonna’s ex to the rodeo, Céline returns & more: Your weekly bop roundup
Let’s dive into this week’s roundup and see what the girls had to offer us this week!The Queen of All Queens has returned with a powerful message in the form of a new version of “The Lavender Song.” Originally written in the 1920s by Kurt Schwabach and Mischa Spoliansky, this German cabaret song was widely considered one of the world’s first queer anthems, crafted during the 1920s queer renaissance period prior to Nazi Germany’s persecution of LGBTQ+ communities.
Now, Jinkx Monsoon has released a new version produced by Major Scales, and it comes at an opportune time, with its message being a call to action to fight back against the current anti-drag and anti-trans bills being pushed by conservatives in the US.
A portion of the proceeds from streams and sales will support gun violence prevention initiatives across the country, taking action against the real threat to our children.Queer pop girly Dove Cameron shines on everyone’s favorite “not not gay” DJ Diplo’s new single, “Use Me (Brutal Hearts).” The track, which features country legend Sturgill Simpson as Johnny Blue Skies, sees Diplo blending his country music persona Thomas Wesley with disco influences.
The accompanying music video stars Cameron and acting legend/Madonna‘s (first) ex-husband Sean Penn, performing at a neon-lit rodeo where cowboys, disco balls and pole dancers come together to create the rodeo club of our dreams.
