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Pet Shop Boys honors LGBTIQ+ icon Alan Turing in new album

Pet Shop Boys releases new album in October dedicated to Alan Turing. The British mathematician is an LGBTIQ+ icon persecuted for his homosexuality.

RainbowNews EditorialSeptember 8, 2026 — Verenigd Koninkrijk3 min read
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Pet Shop Boys is one of the world's most famous duos. Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe always surprise with new musical projects.

Now they announce a very special new album. The record will be released in October. This work honors Alan Turing, a very important figure.

Alan Turing was a brilliant British mathematician and scientist. He worked during World War II deciphering secret Nazi codes. His work helped save millions of human lives.

However, Turing also suffered great injustice. The British government persecuted him for being homosexual. Homosexuality was illegal in the United Kingdom then. Turing was convicted and forced to undergo chemical castration.

In 1954, Alan Turing died under tragic circumstances. Many believe it was suicide caused by cruel treatment. His story symbolizes the suffering of the LGBTIQ+ community.

Today, Alan Turing is recognized as a hero and LGBTIQ+ icon. In 2013, Queen Elizabeth II granted him an official pardon. His image currently appears on the British ten-pound note.

Pet Shop Boys have always supported LGBTIQ+ rights. Their music has been important for many community members. With this album, they reaffirm their commitment to memory and justice.

The project promises to be very ambitious and moving. The duo wants to remind the world of Turing's story. They also want to highlight the importance of fighting discrimination.

Pet Shop Boys fans eagerly await this album. The LGBTIQ+ community also receives this news with enthusiasm. It will be a unique musical tribute to an extraordinary tragic life.

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