Kevin Author

Kevin Phinney is a journalist/broadcaster who has worked in print and online, in radio and television. He is the author of a book that examines black and white race relations seen through the prism of music, from 1619-present called “Souled American: How Black Music Transformed White Culture,” published by Billboard Books. He is also a former staff member of The Austin American-Statesman and The Hollywood Reporter. His work has appeared around the world in PREMIERE magazine and liner notes for Rhino Records and other labels. He is one of the former hosts of “Kevin & Kevin,” an award-winning morning drive radio program on KGSR-FM in Austin, Texas.

See the Revolutionary Fashions of Gay Designer Rudi Gernreich

Designer Rudi Gernreich was one of the few working in the fashion industry of the swinging ’60s who actually changed the world around him through his creations....

Strike a “Pose”: The Inevitable Rise of Billy Porter

Billy Porter knows how to make an entrance. Raised in a conservative Christian home, Porter spent much of his early life shunned by family as “an abomination.” He’s been...

“Runway Remake” Host Mondo Guerra: Unlock the Artist in You

New York designer Mondo Guerra is back in the Project Runway limelight. As the host of Runway Remake, Guerra is on a new mission to make America creative again. Consider Runway...

This is How LGBTQ Families Can Have a Perfect WorldPride

Looking to make the most out of WorldPride with your family? There are a host of events around New York State planned with LGBTQ families in mind. You’re never too young to...

This Is How Wayland Flowers and Madame Made the ’80s So Gay

Wayland Flowers was one of the first openly gay entertainers to find acceptance in mainstream America. In an era when even Paul Lynde was still in the closet, Flowers hid nothing....

“Anthem”: John Cameron Mitchell’s Musical Features Glenn Close and Patti LuPone

For years, John Cameron Mitchell has been asked — and asked himself — will there ever be a sequel to Hedwig and the Angry Inch? Well, yes. And no. At 56, Mitchell is busier...

“Oscar at the Crown” Promises a Wilde Night of Immersive Dance and Delight

Let’s face it: If we’re all gonna go up in a flash of light underneath a mushroom cloud, Oscar at the Crown suggests a pretty sweet way to kiss the day goodbye. The...

Just in Time for Pride, “To Wong Foo” Returns in a Collector’s Edition

To Wong Foo Thanks for Everything, Julie Newmar is back and ready for its close-up. And whether you’re Team Priscilla or on the Wong Foo Wagon, the 1995 road trip comedy...

Four New Short-Form Operas Retell the Stonewall Uprising This Spring

Mini-operas inspired by the Stonewall Uprising will debut at the iconic venue next month. The operas were created by NYU theater alums to be performed as part of the annual New...

Love Or Hate? What’s Really Deep in the Heart of Texas?

Every year, I try to get back to Texas, and my New York friends never understand why. And so I explain again: my politics are strictly North Eastern liberal. But my manners,...

Sadie Comes Out as Trans on Sunday Night’s Episode of “Good Girls”

TV became a little more inclusive yesterday on the NBC series Good Girls. Last night, Sadie (Isaiah Stannard) told her mom Annie (Mae Whitman) that she is in fact a boy....

Details Emerge on Madonna’s New Album, “Madame X”

Madonna has dropped the first single from her upcoming album, Madame X. The album will follow on June 14 — precisely in the middle of Pride month. The track released today is...