Bar To Gay Record? (Press, 31 October 1985)
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Summary: Bar To Gay Record? (Press, 31 October 1985)
On 31 October 1985, it was reported that the pop band Bronski Beat will be releasing a new single featuring their new vocalist, John Foster. This news comes at a time of controversy surrounding their former lead singer, Jimmy Sommerville, who has been embroiled in discussions regarding his new group, The Communards. The group is facing scrutiny over their latest single, “You Are My World,” which is described as a homosexual love song. There have been allegations that this single is receiving less airplay on BBC Radio 1 in Britain when compared to independent radio stations. The record company's representatives from London Records acknowledged that they had anticipated more airplay for the single but noted that its presence on Radio 1 was starting to improve. The controversy harkens back to past issues surrounding the BBC's treatment of music with LGBTQ+ themes, specifically referencing the earlier ban on Frankie Goes To Hollywood's single "Relax." In response to such criticisms, the BBC clarified that they no longer implement outright bans on records, stating that "Records simply sometimes do not get put on the playlists." This situation reflects ongoing discussions around representation and acceptance of LGBTQ+ themes in mainstream media during the mid-1980s.
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