I had to speak up because I knew that not doing so would mean I was complicit in perpetuating these attitudes towards other artists.
I’m saddened by the stance that Italo (and in their refusal to respond, The Monster Bar) has taken but unfortunately, I’m not surprised by it. Taking this step away from a place that I had considered my home was terrifying, and it’s a huge comfort to know that my nightlife family has my back. She later told OUT magazine: “First, thank you to everyone who has reached out and spoken up in support.
