Lucas Silveira, frontman of The Cliks, now a solo artist, made history as the first openly transgender man signed by a major label with Warner Music, Tommy Boy/Silver Label in 2006. He's graced global stages alongside Cyndi Lauper, The B-52’s, Debbie Harry, Tegan and Sara, The Cult, and The New York Dolls. As co-host of Vice's Shine True in 2021, he expanded into TV.
With over 25 years of live musical experience, Lucas is a seasoned and heartfelt musician and vocalist. Presently a solo performer, he skillfully accompanies himself on acoustic guitar and piano, and has shared his music across the world, from Canada and the US to Europe and Asia.
Lucas is a versatile multidisciplinary artist who has explored various realms, including those of TV show hosting, writing, acting, and visual artistry.
He has given keynote speeches for Warner Music Canada, Hydro One, Corus Entertainment, and EGALE Canada, spanning schools to corporations, addressing his experience as a transgender musician in the mainstream music industry, trans community, lateral violence, and mental health awareness.
Lucas is also an activist and advocate for transgender rights and most recently participated in the EGALE "See The person, Not The Label" campaign that attempts to normalize and humanized the trans experience.
With over 25 years of live musical experience, Lucas is a seasoned and heartfelt musician and vocalist. Presently a solo performer, he skillfully accompanies himself on acoustic guitar and piano, and has shared his music across the world, from Canada and the US to Europe and Asia.
Lucas is a versatile multidisciplinary artist who has explored various realms, including those of TV show hosting, writing, acting, and visual artistry.
He has given keynote speeches for Warner Music Canada, Hydro One, Corus Entertainment, and EGALE Canada, spanning schools to corporations, addressing his experience as a transgender musician in the mainstream music industry, trans community, lateral violence, and mental health awareness.
Lucas is also an activist and advocate for transgender rights and most recently participated in the EGALE "See The person, Not The Label" campaign that attempts to normalize and humanized the trans experience.
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Lucas's most recent artistic project was the release of a new solo album in 2021, "The Goddamn Flowers" after a hiatus from public life. Lucas now thrives in writing, song craft, and public speaking. He is currently working on a memoir and an illustrated children's book.
Lucas has also ventured outside the music industry with the creation of transgender transition mentorship support program, He+Him+They+Them.
He+Him/They+Them is a transformative support program tailored specifically for the underserved trans male and AFAB trans communities. By providing empathetic mentorship, resources, and a safe space, Lucas empowers individuals to navigate their gender journeys with confidence and resilience. His mission is to combat isolation, challenge harmful stereotypes, and foster a more inclusive society where every individual's gender experience is validated and celebrated.
In addition, he created the Transcendence in Sound program, a pioneering initiative designed to support transgender musicians in their artistic pursuits. Through mentorship, resources, and opportunities, Lucas aims to break down the barriers he faced himself and create a more inclusive music industry landscape. His goal is to empower transgender musicians to thrive in their careers and amplify their voices within the industry. The pilot program is being offered for free and in person in Toronto only as part of the Toronto Arts Council, Artists In The Library in connection with the Toronto Public Library. You can find all the details on the website at www.hehimtheythem.com
Lucas continues to reinvent himself and evolve in his artistic practice, personal life, and activism.
For bookings: [email protected].
Header photo by Travis Cook
Lucas has also ventured outside the music industry with the creation of transgender transition mentorship support program, He+Him+They+Them.
He+Him/They+Them is a transformative support program tailored specifically for the underserved trans male and AFAB trans communities. By providing empathetic mentorship, resources, and a safe space, Lucas empowers individuals to navigate their gender journeys with confidence and resilience. His mission is to combat isolation, challenge harmful stereotypes, and foster a more inclusive society where every individual's gender experience is validated and celebrated.
In addition, he created the Transcendence in Sound program, a pioneering initiative designed to support transgender musicians in their artistic pursuits. Through mentorship, resources, and opportunities, Lucas aims to break down the barriers he faced himself and create a more inclusive music industry landscape. His goal is to empower transgender musicians to thrive in their careers and amplify their voices within the industry. The pilot program is being offered for free and in person in Toronto only as part of the Toronto Arts Council, Artists In The Library in connection with the Toronto Public Library. You can find all the details on the website at www.hehimtheythem.com
Lucas continues to reinvent himself and evolve in his artistic practice, personal life, and activism.
For bookings: [email protected].
Header photo by Travis Cook
THE GODDAMN FLOWERS - 2022 - The Cliks Productions Inc.
"The Goddamn Flowers" marks Lucas Silveira's stark departure, delving into personal turmoil, love, and darkness. Written over nine years, including amidst mental health struggles and diagnosed Schizoaffective Disorder in 2022, this album challenges stigmas. Lucas champions the role of medication in fostering creativity and offers a transformative journey from chaos to enlightenment, proving the power of turning pain into artistry.
Produced by Jason LaPrade & Lucas Silveira
Stream or Purchase here:
Bandcamp
Spotify
iTunes
Tidal
YouTube Music
Amazon Music
Cover photo by Jack Jackson
This album was recorded with the support of grants from the Ontario Arts Council, Toronto Arts Council, and Canada Council for the Arts.
LEAD TRACKS
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MOCKINGBIRD - 2011 - The Cliks Productions Inc.
"Mockingbird" came out of the transitional stage of Lucas' singing voice, from pre- to post-testosterone. His changing voice led him to consider writing new material in an old vocal range that he may not be able to use post testosterone, so he chose to record an album of covers and two original tracks.
Produced by Hill Kourkoutis
Stream or purchase here:
Spotify
iTunes
Tidal
Deezer
Cover photo by iO Tillet Wright
PROJECT GALLERY
ADVOCACY & ACTIVISM
Rescued By Love Project (formerly Don't You Want Me Project) - Photos by Jack Jackson
Rescued by Love is a global photography project that reveals the bond between queer and trans people and their rescue dogs, cultivating empathy, understanding and admiration through photography and storytelling.
Rescued by Love is a global photography project that reveals the bond between queer and trans people and their rescue dogs, cultivating empathy, understanding and admiration through photography and storytelling.
See The Person. Not The Label, EGALE CANADA CAMPAIGN
ONE WORD DOESN'T TELL THE WHOLE STORY
It’s impossible to define any person with just one word. But, for many trans people, that’s their reality. Too often, they’re defined only by their transness, and not by the countless other things that make up who they are. If more people took the time to look closer, they’d see human beings with hopes and dreams and unique stories to tell. People with good days and bad days. People to look up to. Athletes. Musicians. Performers. This Pride season, take a closer look at their stories.
ONE WORD DOESN'T TELL THE WHOLE STORY
It’s impossible to define any person with just one word. But, for many trans people, that’s their reality. Too often, they’re defined only by their transness, and not by the countless other things that make up who they are. If more people took the time to look closer, they’d see human beings with hopes and dreams and unique stories to tell. People with good days and bad days. People to look up to. Athletes. Musicians. Performers. This Pride season, take a closer look at their stories.
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ADVOCACY PRESS
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MENTORSHIP
Lucas is a celebrated mentor of many young queer artists. In 2019, CBC Arts chose Lucas as one of many Canadian "Super Queeroes". Watch here as non-binary drag artist, Heath. V Salazar, shares their story of Lucas as a mentor and role model.
PERFORMANCES
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