OUTMUSIC - The LGBTQ Academy of Recording Arts (LARA) The Academy exists to raise awareness and ensure that contributions of LGBTQ music people,entertainers,advocates and our allies of the community are acknowledged, documented, celebrated, and archived in Music History. Through the OUTMUSIC Awards we celebrate the accomplishments, spirit and courage of out and proud LGBTQ music people and community advocates who stand proudly and authentically exercise their Freedom of Expression. OUTMUSIC - The LGBTQ Academy of Recording Arts is a 501c3 non-profit organization.