Queer Jams of the Week: New Music From Kehlani, Ben Platt, Romy & More

Pride Month officially kicks off tomorrow, so be sure to update your playlists with some new tunes from your favorite queer artists before then! . Billboard Pride is proud to present the latest edition of Queer Jams of the Week, our collection of some of the best new music releases from LGBTQ artists.

From KehlaniHis new single Ben PlattHis romantic new album, check out some of our favorite new releases this week below:

Kehlani, “Next 2 U”

On her latest single from next month's new album “Crash,” Kehlani blends the old with the new. “Next 2 U” is a rare gem in Kehlani's discography that deftly blends her smooth R&B sound with the newer, industrial production elements of her sound to create a stunning yet gorgeous new devotional track. Her vocals remain unmatched in their effortless grace, and the accompanying music video further underscores the star's calls for a free Palestine, making “Next 2 U” an exciting addition to Kehlani's already stunning body of work.

Ben Platt, Honeymind

For Ben Platt, there's no need to overcomplicate things when it comes to love. Honeymind, the Broadway star's third studio album, sees Platt effortlessly lean into lush, rich ballads about the nature of his relationship. Combine his voice with buttery strings, simple guitar and bass, or even just a piano, and the results come back the same — Platt knows exactly what (and more precisely, who) he's committed to on this gorgeous new LP.

Romy, “Forever and Forever”

Donna Lewis' 1961 hit “I Love You Always Forever” has already served as the basis for many pop songs — but Romy's recent interpolation of the track is instantly electrifying. “Always Forever” continues Romy's hot streak since her critically acclaimed album release. Mid Air in 2023, this time turning up the volume on her pop stylings. The rising star spends her lyrics building a sense of tension and longing, only to let the iconic melody of Lewis' track serve as instant gratification in the song's delirious chorus. “Always Forever” is yet another reminder that when it comes to ecstatic dance music, Romy is the one to watch.

Zolita, Queen of Hearts

Zolita wants to get real with you — and then she'd like to dance. On Queen of Hearts, the rising pop singer's latest LP, Zolita dives deep into the peaks and pitfalls of queer romance, chronicling heady nights on the town followed by mornings full of questions and hurt feelings. Kicking off this journey is a set of irresistible, flawlessly produced pop bangers that get in your head and root, especially on album standout “All Over Again.” If Zolita's goal was to deliver a stylish, intelligent album about LGBTQ love just in time for Pride, then consider her mission accomplished.

Dua Saleh feat. Serpentwithfeet, “Unruly”

We can't imagine two artists more naturally suited to collaborate with each other than Dua Saleh and Serpentwithfeet. So when the two linked up on their hypnotic new song 'Unruly', it didn't disappoint – the pair's experimental, otherworldly sounds weave together into a web of beautiful, heavenly soundscape. It's a testament to both artists that “Unruly” works as well as it does, instantly raising the bar the moment it starts.

Channel Tres, “Cactus Water”

Summer is here and Channel Tres would like to celebrate the sweaty season with a delightful new look of its own. On 'Cactus Water', Tres celebrates hot nights on the dance floor, with a kinetic beat and grooving bass backing up his impressive vocals. After offering to “lick, lick you down,” Tres brings the song to an electric climax, making it an instant choice for your summer playlists.

Check out all of our picks on Billboard's Queer Jams of the Week playlist below: