Rachel Cholst

Rachel Cholst, editor-in-chief of Rainbow Rodeo, is a pioneer in the queer country music scene. Since launching in March 2017, she's built a community around her passion project, successfully crowdfunding two print issues of the Rainbow Rodeo zine. Her Patreon, with 61 members (45 paid), serves as a hub for her podcast and provides behind-the-scenes access to her creative process. Rachel's work is unique, filling a significant gap in representation within the country music genre by providing a platform for LGBTQ+ artists and perspectives. While her Patreon earnings are still developing (estimated between $42 and $4200), her dedication to building a community and creating compelling content is evident in her consistent output and growing following. Her podcasts offer in-depth explorations of queer country artists and the broader themes within the genre. Rainbow Rodeo is more than just a zine and podcast; it's a movement fostering inclusivity and amplifying marginalized voices within the country music world.