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Against Cultural Norms: An Interview with CN Lester

23 Jun 2014 / Comments Off / in Interviews/by

Genderqueer.

CN Lester talks about activism, what it’s like to be openly genderqueer in the music industry, and the issues facing the trans population today.

“Any industry where the goal is to shift product – ticket sales, album sales, product placement – struggles when the ‘brand’ you’re selling goes against cultural norms..”

Transpose

27 Jun 2013 / Comments Off / in Stage/by

Trans and Trans-Ally Artists Unite.

CN Lester writes about the London Community Pride edition of Transpose, an evening of music, art and the spoken word. June 28, 2013.

“The idea behind each night is that it isn’t about policing identity – the first rule of Transpose is “don’t make assumptions” – it’s about creating a welcoming space for anyone who’d like to support trans rights and enjoy some fabulous art .”