Friday’s Big Reveal — Tunes, Tea and Chart Drama – «Outed on Friday!» Week 05 2026

Discover this week’s «Outed on Friday!» picks featuring Rhian!, Tomek Zdyb, Sergi Ibor, Andrew Flynn and Vegard. Explore fresh LGBTQ+ music, synthpop, electronic pop, dark pop and emerging artists ahead of next week’s radio show.

«Outed on Friday!» Week 05 2026 — The Weekend That Brings the Noise

It’s Friday, the inboxes are finally quiet and the club lights are flicking on — and «Outed on Friday!» has your official weekend soundtrack. From glittering club pop to cheeky seasonal singalongs and heart-on-sleeve balladry, this week’s roundup promises drama, hooks and plenty of reasons to hit replay.

New Releases Set to Ruin Your Sleep (In The Best Way)

Five sizzling new singles are poised to crash the LGBTQ Music Chart next week, and they’re not asking politely. If you’ve been hoarding votes like a miser with coins, now’s the time to spend them — your fave could rocket from barroom banger to chart-topper with one decisive click. Voting opens every Monday at the LGBTQ Music Chart site; make it part of your Monday ritual and give that track the shove it needs.

The Radio Scoop: Tim Graham’s Weekly Revelation

If you missed the live reveal on the LGBTQ Music Chart with Tim Graham, don’t panic — the show is still the place for exclusive spins, hot takes and the kind of commentary that can make a sleeper track blow up overnight. It’s the queer music fix your weekend deserves: tune in, turn it up and bask in the chaos.

Artists — This One’s for You: Submission Rules (Yes, They Matter)

Want your song played next Saturday? Submit. Follow the rules. Seriously. Too many promising tracks get bounced for tiny missteps — the number one offence is not having an active BlueSky account. If you’re serious about being heard, get your socials in order and follow the submission checklist to the letter. Artists who skip it get left at the back of the queue while the rule-followers dance past them.

Featured Acts: Who’s Serving This Week

Catch these tunes on next week’s radio show — don’t miss them.

Rhian! — «Up & Down»

Rhian! is a dynamic artist who brings as much passion to his songwriting as he does to lighting up a stage. His upbeat, feel‑good sound is crafted to lift the mood and get audiences moving, blending catchy hooks with an irresistible performance style. With a talent for creating music that energises and entertains, Rhian! continues to stand out as a rising artist to watch. Submitted by artist/record label/management.

Tomek Zdyb — «We’ll Tell You What To Do»

What do you do when you don’t fit in? Do you change yourself to please others, or choose to stand alone? I chose the latter — and looking back, it was the right decision. My circle may be small, but it’s built on trust, loyalty and people I can genuinely rely on. Not everyone manages to resist peer pressure, and that’s exactly why I wrote this song. I hope it gives you the strength to stay true to who you are and to be honest with yourself. Submitted by artist/record label/management.

Sergi Ibor — «Espejismo»

Sergi Ibor is an independent LGBTQI+ artist from Spain whose sound is shaped by a rich mix of European influences. His music blends pop‑rock, dark pop, electronic and dance elements, while also drawing inspiration from Eastern European ethno and turbofolk as well as Nordic Schlager, creating a distinctive and contemporary pop identity. Since releasing his debut EP Noche in 2019, Sergi Ibor has continued to build his catalogue with a series of singles and has performed at LGBTQ+ festivals including BBH Bilbao Bizkaia Harro, along with live appearances at well‑known Madrid venues such as Libertad 8 and Collage Burlesque. Submitted by artist/record label/management.

Andrew Flynn — «GHOST2·0»

Andrew Flynn is a UK synthpop and electronic artist whose sound blends 80s‑inspired synths with honest, emotionally driven storytelling. His music explores themes of love, loss and self‑discovery, with each track capturing a moment of growth, truth and human connection. Every song is written, performed and recorded by Andrew himself, rooted in real experiences and genuine emotion. It’s this human touch — not algorithms or artificial shortcuts — that gives his music its depth, authenticity and heart. Submitted by artist/record label/management.

Vegard — «Lohpádus» (promise)

In his debut EP Jegolaš, Vegard blends traditional joik with modern electronic pop to explore queer vulnerability, personal struggle and Sámi identity. The project weaves cultural heritage with contemporary soundscapes, creating an intimate and atmospheric journey through lived experience and emotional truth. Lucky pick by LGBTQ Music Chart. 

Playlist Note: Fresh Friday Drops

Our playlist refreshes every Friday — some of this week’s featured singles might appear later depending on release timing across Amazon Music, Apple Music, YouTube and Spotify. Follow the playlist on Apple Music  or Spotify so you don’t miss the moment something becomes your new obsession.

Final Beat

This week’s «Outed on Friday!» is less a bulletin and more a calling: support the artists, vote early, and don’t let the rules trip you up. Whether you’re heading out or staying in, these five releases give you everything from confessional pop to holiday eye-rolls and rousing anthems. Now go on — make it loud. Make it queer. Make it legendary.