Jan 08, 2016
Am Hermannplatz: A love letter to the lost department store
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At Hermannplatz in the German capital of Berlin there sits a grand dame who at the ripe old age of 87 has endured aerial bombardments, stock market wipeouts, foreign invasions, gentrification, the indignities of physical destruction and changing fashion, National Socialism and bankruptcy alike. Barely three years younger than the Queen of England, still she reigns, supreme (if a little deluded) as she surveys her subjects.
Jan 07, 2016
Cock ‘n’ Roll!! The Naughty, Bawdy Tale of Long John Baldry
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Let’s hope to see the following category on Jeopardy one day: “Unknown Gay British Rock Stars”. It would feature one of the following answers: “This man discovered Rod Stewart.” Or: “The ‘Sugar Bear’ noted in Elton John’s song ‘Someone Saved My Life Tonight’, he actually saved Elton’s life.” Or: “Reginald Dwight took part of this man’s name as his own stage moniker.” Were you to watch, and actually guess, “Who is Long John Baldry?”, you’re lying. Or, damn, you’re good!
Jan 06, 2016
5 Times That David Bowie Was a Queer Hero
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Pop music has its fair share of queer icons to be worshipped, but few are as strange, revolutionary and undeniably sexy as David Bowie. And let’s not forget his staying power with a career spanning six decades! While his music, style and numerous personas have built a one-of-a-kind legacy, his biggest impact remains in bringing upfront, no holds barred queerness to an otherwise (straight-acting) male-dominated rock and roll scene. On the eve of his upcoming 25th album Blackstar (out January 8), now is a perfect time to take a look back at some of Bowie’s queerest moments, milestones for both himself and pop culture at large.
Jan 04, 2016
Man Crush of the Week: Matt Bomer
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Playing only the hot friend in just about everything, Matt Bomer isn't exactly the most well known of our Man Crushes. Still mainstream indeed, this Missouri born-gentleman isn't new to Hollywood. Finding his first major role with a three-year character arc on Guiding Light (2001-2003) and followed by a regular stint on the unfortunate flop Eliza Dushku show Tru Calling (2003-2004), Matt has now been just-about on-the-radar for over 15 years.
