Focus Mid-South

Ray Rico, a Latinx advocate, owns a digital marketing agency and publishes Focus LGBT magazine, amplifying LGBTQ+ voices in Tennessee and the Mid-South. He champions HIV advocacy, fighting stigma and discrimination. Through his work, Ray strives for a more inclusive society.

Focus Mid-South

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Molly Adele Brown Me Too

Nashville LGBT Ameri-Pop Artist Molly Adele Brown Interviewed by Washington Post Regarding #MeToo Inspired Anthem

After countless encounters of injustice and disparity, Ameri-pop artist, avid human rights activist and LGBT musician Molly Adele Brown had enough. Brown released her powerful and timely anthem “Me Too,” continuing the conversation in an industry that too often ignores it.

October 25, 2018

Ty Herndon Releases Music Video for “I Wanna Dance With Somebody”

Country music star and LGBTQ advocate Ty Herndon has released the first in a series of four songs aimed at heating up the dance floor.

October 23, 2018

Kesha Cruise

Kesha’s Weird and Wonderful Rainbow Ride / LGBTQ+ Music Festival Cruise Sets Sail Feb 2019

Kesha and Sixthman, the industry leader in music festivals at sea, are excited to announce Kesha’s Weird & Wonderful Rainbow Ride.

October 11, 2018

Joey Suarez Dancing By Myself remix

Out Musician Joey Suarez Releases Remixes and new Video for “Dancing By Myself”

EDM/Pop musician Joey Suarez has released a remix of his club favorite “Dancing By Myself” remixed by chart-topping UK-based HausUnited.

October 11, 2018

‘The Real Beauty: The Artistic World of Eugenia Errázuriz’ opens Jan. 28 at the Dixon Gallery and Gardens

The Real Beauty: The Artistic World of Eugenia Errázuriz is the first American museum exhibition centered on the life of this remarkable figure in the history of modern art and

October 10, 2018

Point Foundation

Eric McCormack to Receive Prestigious LGBTQ Community Award

Point Foundation (Point) will present its Impact Award to Eric McCormack, one of the most beloved actors of TV, as well as film and stage.

October 4, 2018

Nashville Gearing up for Suicide Prevention Walk

Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in Tennessee and the United States, and the second-leading cause of death for young Tennesseans, ages 12-24, yet suicide is preventable.

October 4, 2018

Free Screening of “Considering Matthew Shepard” Commemorates 20th Anniversary of the Young Gay Man’s Murder

Memphis–Focus Mid-South magazine, OUTMemphis and WKNO-Memphis present the film “Considering Matthew Shepard” at Playhouse on the Square on October 16 at 6:30 p.m. The event is free. Created by

October 3, 2018

Focus® On Politics (Rutherford Co. TN)

Focus® On Politics (Rutherford Co. TN): At this year’s Boro Pride, we had the opportunity to speak with some of the candidates running for various…

September 29, 2018

LGBT Musician Molly Adele Brown Reminds Us We Are “Only Human”

Alt-pop singer-songwriter Molly Adele Brown released her new heartwarming single “Only Human” across all streaming platforms, along with a powerful music video featuring a diverse group of Nashville’s best dancers.

September 25, 2018

‘4U – A Symphonic Celebration of Prince’ Comes to TPAC Sept. 26-27

Experience the music of legendary artist Prince with a full symphony orchestra when 4U – A Symphonic Celebration of Prince comes to Music City for a one-of-a-kind concert experience at Tennessee Performing Arts Center’s Jackson Hall Sept. 26-27.

September 21, 2018

Idina Menzel and Josh Groban to Perform at Bridgestone Arena Oct 19

Tony Award-winning actress, singer and performer Idina Menzel is set to release her upcoming album, idina: live, on October 5. The two-disc album was recorded live on the final nights of her 2017 World Tour.

September 19, 2018