debut album, to be released later in 2016. In July 2016, Newell has provided backing vocals in their biggest collaboration yet in charitable single "Hands". The song itself was written by Justin Tranter, Julia Michaels and BloodPop and produced by Tranter himself and BloodPop, as well as Mark Ronson. It features the likes of Britney Spears, Gwen Stefani, Meghan Trainor, Troye Sivan, Selena Gomez, Kacey Musgraves, Mary J. Blige, Jason Derulo, Imagine Dragons, Jennifer Lopez, Adam Lambert, Tyler Glenn, P!NK, MNEK, RuPaul, Mary Lambert and Nate Ruess. In 2017, Newell made their Broadway debut playing the role of Asaka in the revival of Once on This Island. In preparation, they began training with NYC voice teacher Mike Ruckles. In terms of music, Newell has also marked their return as a featured artist on the song "Other Side of Love" by house musician Kokiri. They currently appear on NBC's musical dramedy Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist in the role of Mo, a genderfluid DJ and the protagonist's next-door neighbor. Other work and awards Newell played the title role in NBC's comedy pilot Imaginary Friend, which was expected to air in 2016. It was passed on and no other network wanted to make it into a series. They contributed with music to the HBO TV series Vinyl on a track also featuring DJ Cassidy and Jess Glynne. They are committed to helping other LGBT youth and regularly performs at benefit concerts, most notably for The Trevor Project, the Human Rights Campaign, Jack Antonoff's Ally Coalition and other fundraisers. Newell was given a special recognition award at the 2015 GLAAD Media Awards. Personal life Newell identifies as gender nonconforming, and in May 2020 said they relate to their character Mo in Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist, who is genderfluid. They have stated they go by all pronouns. Newell also identifies as a gay man. Discography EPs Singles As lead artist Featured appearances Soundtrack appearances Glee: The Music, The Christmas Album Volume 2 (2011) Glee: The Music, The Complete Season 3 (2012) Britney 2.0 (2012) Glee: The Music Presents Glease (2012) Glee: The Music, The Complete Season 4 (2013) Glee Sings the Beatles (2013) A Katy or a Gaga (Music from the Episode) (2013) Glee: The Music, The Christmas Album Volume 4 (2013) Glee: The Music, City of Angels (2013) Glee: The Music, Transitioning (2014) Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical (World Premiere Cast Recording) (2016) Once On This