Book excerpt: "Mighty Real: A History of LGBTQ Music, 1969-2000" by Barry Walters
Summary
The book "Mighty Real: A History of LGBTQ Music, 1969-2000" by Barry Walters explores how LGBTQ musicians, songwriters, and fans influenced pop culture and music from 1969 to 2000. An excerpt focuses on Elton John’s early career and how his music gradually expressed LGBTQ themes more openly.Key Facts
- Barry Walters is a writer for magazines like Rolling Stone and Spin.
- His book covers the role of LGBTQ people in shaping music and pop culture between 1969 and 2000.
- In the 1970s, Elton John’s music included hints of LGBTQ themes before he publicly came out.
- Songs like "Rocket Man" and "Daniel" contained messages relatable to LGBTQ listeners.
- Elton John’s 1973 album "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" marked a noticeable change in style and expression.
- The album cover showed Elton wearing bright, colorful clothing symbolizing his emerging openness.
- Elton John publicly identified as bisexual in 1976 and as gay in 1988.
- The book highlights how LGBTQ music culture became less hidden and more visible over time.
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