A Sydney nightclub whose name was inspired by a lesbian artist despite “predominantly” targeting gay men has been forced to change its name after attracting a swift and “passionate” backlash.

Pink Pony was set to open on Oxford Street in Sydney’s LGBTQ+ heartland in early December. Kevin Du-Val, the owner of Palms on Oxford nightclub, and its manager, Michael Lewis, announced via social media their new venture was “unashamedly inspired by its namesake song that resonates so profoundly within our community”.

Pink Pony Club is a song by lesbian singer-songwriter, Chappell Roan, who said she co-wrote the piece after visiting The Abbey gay bar in West Hollywood, which welcomes all genders and sexual orientations.

But news of the Sydney club was met with criticism when it emerged its “pr

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