Ep 134: Lynks on ditching earnest music for the life of a masked entertainer and new queer icon
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South Londoner Lynks used to make the type of straight-faced, emotional music that all of his friends were making, until one day, for a bit of fun, he decided to adopt a masked drag persona and lean into being an entertainer. His thumping alt. pop songs since have centred around his experiences as a young queer person, with songs about sex with strangers delivered with a bluntness that is matched by Lynks' wicked sense of humour. This is, after all, an artist that also has a song exclusively about how to make a bechamel sauce.  Speaking in April 2024 with Stu before his show in Cambridge, England, Lynks discusses the moment he unexpectedly unlocked his successful new act, how he approached debut album Abomination, what could be expected from his camp, prop-heavy show that night, and why it's more satisfying to make people dance than cry with your music.  Watch clips of the podcast online now, just give us a follow on Instagram @midnightchatspod. Links to stuff mentioned in the episode:  Our Abomination review Our early interview with Lynks (2019) '(What Did You Expect From) Sex With a Stranger' video  'How To Make a Beshamel Sauce in 10 Steps (with pictures)' video  Credits: Interview and editing by Stuart Stubbs  Mixing and mastering by Flo Lines Artwork by Kate Prior See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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