New record is first in four years from gay pop wunderkind Mika
Cyndi Lauper, Billy Porter, Todrick Hall and Whoopi booked for N.Y. events
Singer/songwriter on Va. venues, Cyndi Lauper and her overnight test
Out singer does wonders bringing spare, mellow āBloomā to near arena-size life
āAs You Areā emphasizes importance of supporting youth
Out crooner headlines Strathmore Gala this weekend
Kesha, Lady Gaga also gave noteworthy performances
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Other celebs on board include Laverne Cox, Tegan and Sara
the singer says speeches like that 'jacks people up'