Arts & Entertainment
Adam Lambert releases new track about his mental health struggle
The singer tells fans he’s been through ‘a dark period’
Adam Lambert opened up to fans that he’s been struggling with his mental health lately — an issue that inspired him to write his new song “Feel Something.”
Lambert explained to fans that the reason his new music has been delayed is because of artistic differences with music executives.
“Hi. I know you’ve been waiting!
Lambert says the struggle took him into a “dark period” with his mental health.
“Don’t get me wrong—I’m VERY proud of my body of work. But I’m coming out of a dark period of second-guessing my own artistry and having my mental health suffer because of it. I started asking myself, “is all this hustle really worth it?”,’ Lambert continued.” I put all my focus on work and started to feel detached in my personal life. My self worth was suffering, I was lonely, and becoming depressed.”
He announced his new track “Feel Something” describes his mental struggles. Lambert told fans that working on the song and his upcoming album has helped him to feel better.
“The tracks will chronicle the journey of taking responsibility for my own happiness and strength, and searching for intimacy,” Lambert wrote. “Since writing this song, I’ve found the joy I was missing and I’m back in my power.”
Hi. I know you’ve been waiting! Well I’m finally ready to bring new music to all of you.
— ADAM LAMBERT (@adamlambert) February 21, 2019
I wanted to give a gift to you to kick off this new era before I drop my first official single. It’s a preview of the upcoming album – and a song from me to you.#FeelSomething pic.twitter.com/pOb5LxQVvF
Lambert and Queen will open the 2019 Oscars ceremony on Sunday, Feb 24.
In the meantime, listen to Lambert’s new track below.
The Capital Pride Alliance presented the 2026 Capital Pride Honors at “The Audacity Brunch: In Full Fuchsia” at the Four Seasons Hotel Washington, D.C. on Sunday, June 7.
(Washington Blade photos by Landon Shackelford)
Out & About
Congressional Cemetery hosts Gays & Graves
Daylong Pride celebration blends history, remembrance, art and community
Historic Congressional Cemetery will host the second annual “Gays & Graves: A Big Gay Festival” on Sunday, June 14 at 11 a.m.
The event will feature pioneering activist Randy Wicker, the Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, and new public art installations and programs celebrating LGBTQ+ history. Gays & Graves is an official partner event of Capital Pride 2026.
This event is a daylong Pride celebration blending history, remembrance, art and community. Visitors can shop from LGBTQ+ and allied artists and makers, experience performances and interactive installations, and engage with programs exploring LGBTQ+ history and lived experience.
For more details, visit the cemetery’s website.
Baltimore Pride is underway, taking place from June 8-14.
The Pride Parade will be on Saturday, June 13 at 12 p.m. at Charles Street & North Avenue, followed by the Pride Block Party at 1 p.m. at Druid Hill Park. And then the Pride Festival will be held on Sunday, June 14 at 12 p.m. at Druid Hill Park.
There will be an array of additional events including: a fashion show, a “Suits and Sneakers” reception and a 5k race, among many other events.
For more details, visit Baltimore Pride’s website.
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