Country Queer

Lifting up LGBTQ+ voices in country and Americana.

Episode 4 of Our Podcast Features Izzy Heltai

Gifted Trans Songwriter On His 60s Folk Influences And More

Host Rachel Cholst has had her eye on Izzy Heltai for a long time now, and finally got a chance to get him on the record about the path to his impressive debut LP, “Father.” Engaging and upbeat, Heltai recounts the suburban upbringing and college-town experiences that launched him as a touring singer-songwriter and ultimately inspired the music on the album.

Country Queer Spotlight is available on all major podcasting services, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music/Audible, TuneIn, and more. Episode 1 stars Jaime Wyatt, Episode 2 stars Amythyst Kiah, and Episode 3 stars Katie Pruitt.