SoStereo strives to connect reputable brands with real, authentic artists. That is why we are so proud to have had the opportunity to place music by Mila Jam, popstar, and LGBTQ+ advocate, with timeless fashion brand, Ralph Lauren.
Ralph Lauren has helped the Stonewall Community Foundation fund vital LGBTQ+ nonprofits, invest in POC-led nonprofits across the US, and put actual cash in the hands of struggling LGBT+ individuals.
This year, they continued this partnership and chose Mila Jam’s ‘Faces’ as the track playing in their Our Pride Story. The song plays as the history of Ralph Lauren’s involvement with, and support of the LGBTQ+ community is told via a series of empowering images of activism throughout the years.
Who is Mila Jam?
Mila Jam, an American transgender singer/songwriter, dancer, and LGBTQ+ activist. She is the ultimate creative multi-threat. Mila studied at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in NYC. Her musical and performance career launched on Youtube not long after, and she later joined the Broadway cast of “Rent,” which toured internationally.
Her career boasts performances with other superstars, including James Brown, Mark Ronson, Laverne Cox, Natasha Bedingfield, and many more. Mila hosts two informative talk shows: “I’m From Driftwood” on Youtube and “OutSPOKEN with Mila Jam” on Linkedin Live. She won a glittering array of awards, such as the Glam Nightlife Awards Best Video and Dance Artist and Odyssey’s Nightlife Award for Breakthrough Artist.
Mila Jam (left) and Laverne Cox (right) celebrate International Trans Day of Visibility in Mila Jam’s ‘Faces’ Video.
Passion for Activism
Mila has delivered powerful speeches, one of which took place at the 2020 Pride Vigil in NYC. She also gave a valuable TEDx talk on Black Trans Women Empowerment, reinforcing her strength as an iconic and unwavering touchstone for the LGBTQ+ community and beyond.
Mila Jam delivering speech at the 2020 Pride Vigil on June 1, 2020 in NYC.
She has blessed the world with a range of empowering and transformative music, casting a warm light on the trans experience. In addition, Mila expresses her intent to spread positivity and emphasize the beauty in her own experiences in hopes of inspiring others.
Mila Jam poses at the Queer Liberation March for Black Lives & Against Police Brutality on June 28, 2020 in NYC.
‘Faces,’ released in 2017, remains a powerful anthem for the entire LGBTQ+ movement. In addition to the song, she released a music video including cameos by some of the most famous members of the LGBTQ+ community (including but not limited to Laverne Cox, Tituss Burgess, Candis Cayne, Geena Rocero, Zackary Drucker, Trace Lysette, Nathan Lee Graham).
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It is because of impactful artists like Mila that make being part of the SoStereo community so worthwhile. We are so happy for you, Mila, and can’t wait to see what you do next!
