Greta Van Fleet's Josh Kiszka proudly embraces LGBTQ identity

Josh Kiszka, the lead singer of Greta Van Fleet, made a public declaration on Tuesday, disclosing his long-term same-sex relationship. 

Taking to his Instagram account, Kiszka shared that he has been in a loving partnership with his significant other for the past eight years. 

While those close to him were already aware, he felt it was time to share this aspect of his life more widely.

The timing of his announcement holds particular significance as he highlighted the surge of anti-LGBTQ legislation in his adopted state of Tennessee over the past year. 

From restrictive drag bills that were subsequently ruled unconstitutional to measures concerning access to transgender healthcare, Tennessee has been a focal point of concerning developments. 

He expressed a deep sense of responsibility to speak his truth not only for himself but also in the hope of fostering change in hearts, minds, and laws both within Tennessee and beyond.

Josh encouraged his fans to support various organizations actively engaged in advocacy work within Tennessee. 

Alongside well-known national entities like HRC (Human Rights Campaign) and the ACLU (American Civil Liberties Union), Kiszka highlighted the significance of local organizations such as Inclusion TN, Oasis Center, and the Nashville Pride Festival.

In a powerful statement, Kiszka recognized the LGBTQ+ community as a vital cultural pillar, consistently promoting positivity and acceptance through various artistic expressions, including art, music, literature, and film. 

He emphasized the essential role of legislation in fostering inclusivity. 

"The greatest mortal gift of all is our capacity to love," Kiszka wrote, underscoring the importance of deepening our understanding and expanding our capacity for love as we navigate through time.

While Kiszka continues to pursue his musical endeavours with Greta Van Fleet, which includes his brothers Jake and Sam, as well as Danny Wagner, their upcoming third studio album, Starcatcher, is set to be released on July 21 via Lava/Republic Records.