Picture x JC Cassis and Rony G of pop group XELLE took to the streets of New York City to discuss the anti-gay crackdown in Russia.

The pop duo, which has a large gay following, wants to support its fans and raise awareness on the Russian policies which state that people can’t say anything positive or even neutral on homosexuality in front of minors.

Praised by Perez Hilton as “campy deliciousness,” XELLE is a girl group made up of singing and songwriting powerhouses JC Cassis and Rony G and produced by superstar producer/songwriter Zach Adam. XELLE’s debut EP, Queens, is now available atwww.XELLEmusic.com.

Watch the man-on-the-street interview below: