In an interview with Out, Durand Bernarr talks new single, EP, and Tiny Desk anniversary: "I only have 20 minutes, I'm about to show my entire ass.". These artists are carving out worlds of their own by simply being their authentic selves and expressing their own definitions of queer Black joy. Though alike, these nine musicians are vastly different in their craft; they individually bring various colors to paint on one ridiculously immense canvas. The responsibility of carrying the torch is not an easy task; representing both LGBTQ and Black communities comes with a unique set of experiences that can only be understood by those who occupy both worlds.
Durand Bernarr is an American singer-songwriter and producer. He frequently provides background vocals for neo-soul artist Erykah Badu and featured vocals for other artists such as , Kaytranada, and The Internet. The independent singer, songwriter and creative visionary has been in the game for 20 years. Growing up in Cleveland— a city that has produced music legends including Bobby Womack, Tracy Chapman, and Bone Thugs-N-Harmony — Bernarr was immersed in a world of creativity and performance from an early age. I was also doing stage productions at Karamu House Theatre, going to open mic nights where they would do poetry slams and I would come and perform.
RELATED: Houston’s First Black LGBTQ Music Festival Occurs on April 30 In , Bernarr released an EP of Erykah Badu covers, and was soon welcomed to join her tour as a vocalist—a gig that’s still delivering. E ntertainment News Music. The highly anticipated Grammy nominations were announced Friday, November 8. Unsurprisingly, queer artists are without a doubt leading the charge in this creative momentum.
When Durand Bernarr calls you answer. The Grammy-nominated singer popped into town for New York Fashion Week and wanted to be in conversation with the Native Son community. In between attending. Though it might not appear obvious to most, Durand Bernarr has inconspicuously undergone a pilgrimage of the music industry comparable to that of a veteran. Those in the know, however, know that public record of his masterful talent and larger than life personality stretches back to as early as Rather than deem his story a cautionary tale, Bernarr is re-claiming it as an avenue to resistance.
In an interview with Out, Durand Bernarr talks new single, EP, and Tiny Desk anniversary: "I only have 20 minutes, I'm about to show my entire ass.". .
Durand Bernarr is an American singer-songwriter and producer. He frequently provides background vocals for neo-soul artist Erykah Badu and featured vocals for other artists such as , Kaytranada, and The Internet. .
RELATED: Houston’s First Black LGBTQ Music Festival Occurs on April 30 In , Bernarr released an EP of Erykah Badu covers, and was soon welcomed to join her tour as a vocalist—a gig that’s still delivering. .
When Durand Bernarr calls you answer. The Grammy-nominated singer popped into town for New York Fashion Week and wanted to be in conversation with the Native Son community. In between attending. .