Cuba is a favorite place for singer
Critically acclaimed singer and composer Rufus Wainwright, 45, has never been one to shy away from controversial topics, whether it was advocating for LGBTQ rights or speaking up about politics. A portion of the proceeds from his latest single, “Sword of Damocles,” benefits programs to encourage voter registration. Based out of Los Angeles, the musician spoke to us about some of his most memorable travels.
An edited version of our conversation follows. see the shows and still be a part of the experience. We (had) a nice sort of mix of us bringing people down from the United States and all over the world and going there for the experience with me, but then there was also room for people in Havana to come to the concerts who might not have had the chance otherwise. So that’s a nice way to kind of bridge the gap there.
Qvery soft. I always take my hot pink Beats headphones and sound system, a phone charger, lots of socks, because I have stinky feet and need to change my socks twice a day; sleeping (masks) to block out the light — the airlines give them away and I use those — and pen and paper, because I like to write my material that way.