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One of the exciting things wisely brought in new blood with
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to happen from one week to the Miss Natalie, who will be joined by
next! The latest bit of gossip on Essential legends Aphrodite and
everyone’s lips is the news that Alan Stevens. Another cool move
Simon Cowell is sending every is that the club are now bringing in
X- Factor finalist to perform at more name DJs like Graeme Park,
Essential as a favour to old friend David Dunne and Ibiza’s Joshua
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The re-launch of Essential a few Main Arena - DJ Nicksy will be
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the magic once more! Apart from latest X-Factor exclusive is huge.
moving The Pop Lounge downstairs Every week one of the stars of the
and putting the dance deejays X-Factor show will perform live on
upstairs in The Studio, not a lot has stage and then sign autographs.
changed at the club but that seemed Last week when Nicolo performed
to suit the crowd just fine. the place was full to capacity!
A couple who had driven up from It’s good to see Essential back so
Brighton summed up the general spectacularly - check out Fridays
mood when they said "We are so at the club too - their new night -
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morning. December 2010 we are planning a
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A work in Progress
The new Take That single The Flood is a
brilliant piece of pomp-pop at its best. Robbie
takes the lead and the rest of the lads fill the
chorus with their superb harmony, making a
shiver run down the spine as the orchestra
takes the song onto a higher plateau. If this
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Take That, with Robbie back in the side, are
going to have many other acts worrying about
their own record sales.
Single: The Flood released 15th November

Album: Progress released 22nd November on
Polydor
Fit for a Queen ( of pop )

With the rumour that Madonna is moving back to the UK,
if she can get her visa sorted and reports that Lady Gaga
wants to buy a castle here, isn’t it time that HRH Elizabeth
II got rid of a couple of her palaces and castles to these
regal pretenders. Recently, the papers made a big thing
about Lizzy wanting more money from the public purse
to keep her palaces fit for a Queen but let’s face it, in this
day and age, Her Maj should leave it to Madge and her
Ladyship to carry the cost… because they’re worth it!
M4 Musicals
A new internet magazine has recently been launched
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our own computers.
M is the title of the magazine and is the brainchild of

Christopher D Glegg who says:
"M. is a very exciting project for me. Being in the

'new generation' or 'brat pack' of theatre, I have often
wondered why there isn't a magazine that would
appeal to people like myself. The Stage, which is
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news and articles, jobs and adverts, but no exciting
photo-shoots or editorials on the stars of theatre
Gay X change today, or the new cabaret scene emerging, or one-off
shows. M. is going to cover all those, and more. We
Gayxchange one of the leaders in chat like to think of it as the "VOGUE" of Musical Theatre.
lines for gay guys has released their new It's going to be high-fashion, beautiful, glossy and
app on an expectant public; with real fun. We are going to be a bit cheeky and have a
time text and picture messaging, this has laugh. In bringing this new generation of theatre out
more great features than the competition, in our magazine, we will also be careful not to forget
over 5000 guys have downloaded it so the past and the classic shows that ran in the years
far and as it’s UK based and there are a before us. We want everyone to enjoy M.”
lot more hot guys near you, you can also
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www.chattube.com the cast of the Phantom of the Opera sequel, Love
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Gay Icons
Project
The University of Sheffield is
delighted to announce the Gay
Icons Project, a series of events
to celebrate and explore the to say that the Gay Icons project
contrasting ideas behind what is not solely aimed at the LGBT
constitutes to being a Gay Icon. community. I hope it may be seen
These events include talks, as an introduction to historical gay
concerts and films from some of culture for a non gay audience.
the UK’s leading figures in Fashion, All the icons selected for the
Literature, Stage, Socioeconomics programme are revolutionary in
and Music. their creative output regardless
of their sexuality. I’m thrilled that
The Gay Icons Project will bring
together people living or dead,
whatever their sexual orientation
the University can stage a project
such as this; it’s an opportunity to
celebrate culture and diversity and
Recovering
or interests, who are regarded as
inspirational, especially significant
in their creative output or prominent
some fascinating human beings.
There is a varied programme of
exciting and engaging events for
Showgirl
figures in contemporary culture Hitch a dazzling roller-coaster ride with ex-
everybody to enjoy.” Las Vegas showgirl Miss Hope Springs on
and society. These include Peter
Tatchell, Jackie Kay, Alexander These events will run from Tuesday her journey from The Ritz to the pits in Miss
McQueen, Quentin Crisp, Andy 23rd November to Saturday 11th Hope Springs… Recovering Showgirl – the
Warhol, Anne Lister, Oscar Wilde, December. five-star, sold-out hit of the Brighton Festival
Benjamin Britten, Andre Gide and www.gayiconsproject.co.uk Fringe. From the tradition of torch singers
Joe Orton. and musical comedy stars of a bygone era,
Miss Springs is the creation of composer
Stewart Campbell Gay Icons and lyricist Ty Jeffries, son of late stage and
Project Director said “It’s important screen legend Lionel Jeffries. Classically
trained at the Purcell School of Music,
one-time Jean Paul Gaultier model Ty spent
much of his childhood in Tinseltown and
Blue plaque organised and sponsored the

blue plaque, issued the following
statement: "For 43 years, Peter
rubbed shoulders with the likes of Shirley
MacLaine, Shelly Winters, Diana Dors and
Frank Sinatra, once tapping down Sunset
Acclaimed actor and film star has spearheaded campaigns for
Boulevard with Fred Astaire.
Sir Ian McKellen has unveiled gay rights and human rights in
His real life experiences bring authenticity
a blue plaque honouring Britain and across the globe. In
to his portrayal. “I love exploring what
gay rights and human rights 1983 he was the defeated Labour
made these stars tick and am fascinated
campaigner Peter Tatchell. candidate in the Bermondsey by-
by the darker stories behind those glittering
The plaque, erected on Mr election - the dirtiest, most violent
facades. Ageing soubrette Hope is my
Tatchell's block of flats in south election in Britain in the twentieth
tribute to that golden era.”
London, reads: century. He co-founded OutRage!
Tour dates to follow but catch her when
in 1990 and he twice attempted
"Peter Tatchell. Born 1952. you can.
a citizen's arrest of President
Campaigner for human rights, gay
Mugabe of Zimbabwe on charges
freedom and social justice. Lived The Drill Hall,
of human rights abuses.”
here. Voted by the people." 16 Chenies Street,
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Speaking after the unveiling and supporters who had gathered 3 - 6 November
his acceptance speech, Peter for this prestigious event. "It's myspace.com/misshopesprings
Tatchell later told the media: very rare for living people to be
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embarrassed. My contribution is only get a blue plaque when you're
very small. Compared to many dead. I'm still very much alive and
others, I am a minnow.” I plan to carry on campaigning for
Southwark borough council, which another 30 years.”
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McFly If the rest of their new album lives up

to the complete, stylish sound of the
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Long gone are the days when we
would watch the floppy-haired pop Shine A Light out 7th November
group McFly and wonder if they were Island Records
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The Authority:
Nottingham Pride Committee is
• Sets policing priorities and monitors
organising a Same Sex Hand Holding
the performance of GMP
event (Sshh) on Saturday 27th
November at Noon in by centre of • Appoints the Chief Constable and the
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by the Brian Clough statue. So much Deputy Chief Constable and a team
has been achieved recently towards of Assistant Chief Constables and
equality and diversity but people of Assistant Chief Officers (the latter are
the same sex showing affection by civilians and not police officers)
just holding hands is perhaps one • Monitors the handling of complaints
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gay people, women and men often
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even scared to hold hands with their
priorities and makes sure that their
partner in public
council tax money is spent effectively
The Sshh event aims to inspire and
support people who want to hold • Sets the budget and council tax
hands with someone of the same sex contributions (precept) to policing
in public. Everyone should feel free GMPA Members are decision makers.
and safe to hold hands with someone They are supported by a team of staff
they care about in public. who provide them with the information
they need to make the best decisions
Same sex couples are being invited possible. Staff look at new legislation
to contact Nottingham Pride and to make sure GMPA is in line with the
register to take part in the event law, they develop policies, undertake
and make Saturday 27th November consultation, analyse and scrutinise
the Sshh Saturday for Nottingham. aspects of policing and support the
Couples will be invited to get Members in their work.
sponsorship from fiends, family and
If you think you have what it takes to
colleagues to show their support
play a part in this important work take
and help raise money towards the
a look at the advert opposite and see if
Nottingham Pride event 2011.
you have what it takes to…
www.nottinghamshirepride.co.uk
play your part.
www.adayinhand.com
Sheffield Doc Fest including the Sheffield Special Jury,

Innovation, Green, Youth Jury,
Inspiration, Student Doc and Audience
Now in its 17th year Sheffield Doc/ Awards.
Competition
Fest is the UK's premiere documentary All films are open to the public and a
film event. It is the place to see world limited number of free standby tickets
and UK premieres of the best creative are available to students and senior
documentaries from the cinema,
television and online arenas, and to
hear from and meet filmmakers at
citizens (excluding opening night). Some
industry sessions and masterclasses will A new range of gay
Q&A sessions. Highlights of the film
programme, which last year featured
also be available to the public.
Sheffield Doc/Fest 3-7 November

erotic fiction
over 120 features and shorts, are http://sheffdocfest.com Following the success of its recent
honoured with an award programme homo-erotic ebooks, theXcitebooks
will be publishing Boy Fun, its first
print collection of all gay erotic short
stories. Boy Fun is the first in a series
of gay-themed books which features
20 steamy short stories from some
of the best erotic writers in the UK,
CROSS-ARTS AND US and Australia and will be followed

by three more titles in 2011. The
CROSS-LONDON availability of the titles as ebook

downloads will also be appreciated
by many readers who enjoy the
Gaywise FESTival, 'London's LGBT
discreet and immediate delivery of
Win
and queer cross - art festival for all', has
this format.
announced an exciting and ambitious
established gay talent. £7.99 also available to download as
2010 programme. The festival focuses
This!
The festival will take place across ebook, price £6.49
on three categories covering Short
London in prestigious venues including www.xcitebooks.com
Films, Visual Arts and Performances.
Complementing the programme are a The National Gallery, Victoria and Albert
Museum, Rich Mix, Hampstead Town To be in with a chance of winning a print copy of Turn to p
series of talks, debate and parties. It Boy Fun, just answer this simple question: age 62
has been seen as hugely successful art Hall and Cochrane Theatre. for detail
GFEST 2010 runs for two weeks from How many short stories are included in this s
event where thousands of Londoners collection?
and festival visitors enjoy and benefit 8th -21st November.
from the showcase of emerging and www.gaywisefestival.org.uk

bites
Thanks to everyone who’s been downloading my monthly podcast (over
20,000 in the past 2 weeks alone!). Simply search for ‘Jason Guy’ in iTunes or
download directly from www.jasonguy.podomatic.com. And keep an eye on
www.clubfreakshow.com, as rumour is Manchester’s most popluar gay house
night is about to announce something cool very soon! As usual, if you’d like to
see your track, club, or event featured in Bent, contact me at [email protected].
Tensnake
Love it or loath it the 90s
influence is filtering through…
especially in dance music,
slowly replacing the retro-disco
sounds with early house beats.
German producer Tensnake
TOP is leading the way in the 90s

revival, while riding the wave
1. TRACKS TRACK REVIEW

of hysteria that surrounds his
most recent production
‘Coma Cat’.
OF THE MONTH
By Jason Guy “I started buying vinyl in the
90s. I was really into deep
house and vocal house. This
Track of the month was around the time I started
My Digital Enemy Feat going out, to big raves and
house clubs, so it was the
Mooli – Wasted (2010 most important period in my
Mixes) life, musically wise.”
First released back in 2008, ‘Wasted’ received So, why does Tensnake think
2.
high acclaim from the likes of Eric Morillo the 90s are now back in is destined to cross over into
and Chris Lake and was immediately signed vogue? “It’s because music is like the mainstream over the coming
to Universal’s AATW division. Two year's later weeks.“I just tried to capture the
and the Brighton duo (Sergei Hall and Keiron fashion. It’s all coming back again
because people hear a certain Summer feeling”, he explains. “I
McTernan) are bringing the track back with a came back from Miami, feeling
vengeance with a set of 2010 mixes. My tip is sound and you get excited by
very relaxed. A light, relaxed and
to head straight for the Big Room Vocal Mix, discovering new sounds. It used
which does exactly what it says on the tin. to be easier to talk about the 80s. happy feeling. I’m also working
Huge piano stabs, a tribal/progressive feel But now people are fed up with on a new album, which I plan on
and a gorgeous vocal which includes my the 80s!” finishing around March next year.”
favourite lyrics of the moment... “Wasted but
you can't even see.” Riding high in the club charts for ‘Coma Cat’ it out now on Defected
the past few weeks. ‘Coma Cat’ Records.
Marc JB vs Peyton - Keep

Believin (Sainted Music)
3. Internationally acclaimed music producer,
Marc JB has teamed up with the inimitable
Peyton on this new vocal anthem. With a
massive baseline and a killer uplifting piano
riff (reminiscent of Coldcut’s 'People Hold
On' anthem, this track has already become
a staple ingredient in my sets. The stand out Adam Lambert small-minded people prove you
wrong. You have to be strong,
and you have to pay attention to
mix for me is from hot new Dutch producer
Van Hej (who hails from the same town as
Tiesto) which delivers a huge chunky house
speaks to gay the positive, and in doing so, you
will push through, and you will
/ trance crossover, similar in style to Michael
Woods. Perfect for those big room moments. youth on YouTube rise up, and you will live your life
to the fullest. It gets better, but it’s
Out singer Adam Lambert took up to you.”
Sharam Jey Ft Tommie time out of his busy tour to record
4. Sunshine – The Things (King

Kong)
a message of support for gay
kids, teenagers and those who
need reminding that it’s OK to
The Things is the newest single from Sharam be gay. He said: “There’s always
Jey’s second full-length artist album In My gonna be people that are scared
Blood and sees him collaborate with NY of it. But at the end of the day, if
based Tommie Sunshine (fresh from working you give those bullies and those
with Kelis). There's a great set of remixes on people that are so ignorant and
this release, including a New Rave House Mix fearful of your lifestyle, if you give
from house veteran Junior Sanchez and my them the power to affect you,
favourite, a tough, deep, atmospheric mix you’re letting them win and they
from Funkerman who knows exactly how to
don’t deserve that. What you’re
craft the perfect breakdown.
doing by being who you are is
you’re keeping it real and you’re
Martin Solveig & being really brave. I believe in
5. Dragonette – Hello (3Beat)

Martin Solveig, who produced one of my
you, I think it’s great. There are
a ton of us out here in this world
that are just like you that believe
favourite ever tracks (Rockin' Music) is back. in you. You are so much more
‘Hello’ is a funky, driving number, doused than your orientation. You know
with chunky bass riffs, hypnotic grooving it, and I know it. So don’t let those
synths, skipping percussion and vocal hooks.
The superb remix package includes offerings bullies and those ignorant, fearful,
from Bassjackers, Dada Life and a sublime
re-work from Michael Woods who brings a
driving, underground feel to the dancefloor.
Check out the cool video for this on Youtube
that manages to make tennis (yes, tennis!)
exciting!
vocal
outpourings
Top US DJ/Producer/ which has several styles from mean
Vocalist Roland Clark spoken word to beautiful soul and
beyond, has proliferated throughout
delivers a huge slice of the realm of House Music, but in
dancefloor seduction addition he has also carved himself
with a brand new single a nice slice of house music’s pie
‘Tambor Love’ a deep and with his phenomenal deejaying and
delightfully soulful outing, production skills. His contributions
infuse many artists best works,
dripping with a gorgeous including Armand Van Helden's
vocals. gorgeous "Flowerz’, and working with
such deejays and producers such
Roland is an unstoppable force when as Todd Terry, Kenny Dope, Mark
it comes to his hard work in house Knight, Bad Boy Bill, Meat Katie,
music, boasting a huge catalogue Sandy Rivera, Terry Hunter and
of releases to date. He released his Roger Sanchez, Noir, Souldynamic,
first single in 1987, ‘Why!’ on Atlantic George Morel, Erick Morillo and Bob
Records and has since gone on to Sinclair, just to name a few..
sing, write, and produce many singles
such as ‘I Get Deep’, ‘This Is House’,
’ released ‘Glad You Came’ among many. He
‘Tambor Love
on 1st No ve mber on has appeared on prolific labels such
(US)
Delete Global as Defected, Fluential, King Street,
.com/
www.myspace Soul Heaven, Big Love, Soulfuric,
rolandclark MN2S, T’s Box, InHouse, and Strictly
Rhythm to name a few, with other
new singles forthcoming on Fizzy
Wine and Amore’ labels. Roland
Clark is also featured vocalist on
many Fatboy Slim releases including
‘Halfway Between The Gutter And
The Stars’, ‘What Da Fuck’ and
‘Song For Shelter’. Roland’s voice,
rajiv
Rajiv is truly a unique enjoyed watching the talented Essex
lad blossom and grow into a soon to
talent – Sexy, funky and
be superstar.
utterly gorgeous but don’t
take our word for it, listen He’s got the voice, the personality
to any of his tracks, take a and by god he’s got the looks
to win every female heart in the
look at his lovely pics and
country and his honest and likeable
you’ll see what we mean. character will make him a hit with the
lads too – He’ currently laying down
A unique blend of Mauritian and more tracks with critically acclaimed
Trinidad descent Rajiv has an appeal producer, David Brant who has had
unparallel by many other artists – successes with the likes of Mis-Teeq,
this combination of Caribbean and Liberty X and Nate James.
Asian influences is evident in his
music with influences of both R’n’B
and pop and could be the reason
why BBC’S Asian Network DJ –
Bobby Friction dubbed him as his
‘Future Friction Artist of the Week’
recently.
His debut single ‘Back and Rewind’

(out 1st November) is an infusion
of pop and R&B beats, topped off
by Rajiv’s smooth, heart-felt vocals,
oozing sex appeal and a steaming
hot video to match, this catchy
track is guaranteed to get your toes
tapping in no time. Cool, funky and
undeniably infectious, it’s no wonder
it’s already a massive hit on social
networking sites! The 24year old
already boosts a growing legion of
loyal fans who have supported and

W H A T S O N
by Adam Lowe
L E E D S
Photos: Darrell Hirst
HURTS
Stay
// Out: 15th November
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'Stay' is relentlessly addictive, like all
good pop should be. This grand pop
ballad stomps forth in heroic colours
with a backing choir on vocals and
cliché, although suitably dramatic,
lyrics. The chorus definitely sticks in
your head. It's no wonder then that
Hurt are the UK's fastest selling new
band of 2010.
HANNAH
Sanity Viaduct - Night
// Out: 22nd November of Stars
---------------------------------------------------- Make a date in your diaries, 28th
Estonian singer Hannah has invaded November, for our mega-tribute
Britain like an Eastern European night at the Viaduct Showbar, which
sledgehammer—but she's more will feature at least 5 of the countries
likely to steal the jobs of Americans top tribute acts including those
like Hilary Duff and Hannah Montana to Robbie and Gary Barlow. Also
than she is Amy Winehouse or Adele. featuring local talent in this fabulous
Co-written with Duffy's songwriter Viaduct showcase. Not only that, but
Steve Booker, this is a super-cool pop the incredible Miss Carla Jackson
record that knows what it is and makes
no qualms about it. With plenty of brings to the Viaduct stage her
clubbing potential, this one is sure to brand new solo show, which we
be a hit with the gays. can guarantee will be full of treats
and surprises. The whole event is
hosted by that infamous (and some
SPARK would say brilliant) Anna Glypta, the
Revolving woman who knows no boundaries.
Recently, The Lady Boys Of
// Out: 15th November Bangkok paid the venue a visit and
--------------------------------------------------- hosted a cocktail party and a live pa.
This 18 year old from Walthamstow has The crowd was stunned by the tasty
created a synthed-up electro pop gem drinks and the even tastier boys
with the trademark Spark vocals. She is who served the cocktails in their
a savvy yet youthfully naïve musician, outfits festooned with multi-coloured
whose influences include everything feathers.
from the Spice Girls to Shaggy, with as There is something on every night
much appeal to radio listeners as East of the week and for those who get
London club kids. hungry during the day the Viaduct
has a new menu serving from
KAROSHI noon – 8pm.
Don’t forget that Happy Hour lasts
No Sitting all afternoon and well into the night -
// Out: 29th November from 1pm-7pm 7 days a week - with
---------------------------------------------------- some draught pints from just £1.85
This exciting debut by Karoshi
combines the production stylings of Viaduct Showbar – Lower Briggate – Leeds join our facebook the viaductsahowbar
Justice or Simian Mobile Disco with
the songwriting and pop skills of
Santogold or Goldfrapp. This is twisted
electro pop at its best, with indie- Leeds Police in LGBT communities to report
crime in the knowledge that there
electro starlet Jenny Jones on vocals. presence are gay officers wanting to listen
The city’s police LGBT liaison and officer advice. A Facebook site
ROXANNE EMERY officers are keen to improve the and advertising in the venues will let
links between themselves and the members of the community know
Real when and where they can contact
gay community and have come
// Out: 8th November up with a series of ‘contact points’ the liaison officers.
---------------------------------------------------- where those who have cause, can
Roxanne ditched her career as a high- report homophobic abuse or crime
flying banker (wise move, we think) to in a safe environment away from a
become a popstar. This is understated, police station. At the moment they
subtle music with plenty of heart are in discussions with gay venues
and pop sass. Look out for her debut in the city centre for space to be
album, Remember Me, next year. Think allocated (for 2-3 hours) to provide
Natalie Imbruglia meets the Bangles. crime prevention and general
advice/assistance. The location will
alternate but the police think that
homophobic crime is under reported
and believe that this shouldn’t be the
case in the 21st century. Hopefully,
building a link will place confidence

W H A T S O N
by Adam Lowe
L E E D S
Photo: Darrell Hirst
THE LAYABOUTS
Deep in EN5
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Deep in EN5 is the brand new compilation
of grooved-up dancefloor productions and
remixes to date from North London production
duo The Layabouts. Known as club DJs as well
as producers, The Layabouts present a wide-
ranging collection featuring the likes of Choklate,
DJ Spinna and Robert Owens. With the duo's
enduring reputation for quality deep house
secured, expect more to come from these guys
in future.
AFRIBIZA
The Afro Sound of Ibiza, Vol. 1
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Drag Idol Fund some helpful toys to ensure a good
night in plus other prizes donated
AFRIBIZA is the culmination of a music
development programme started 14 years ago in Raiser by Nice and Naughty. Meanwhile,
South Africa. This album brings together a mix of The frocks and sequins were out over the road at Queen’s Court,
international club circuit stars, iconic pioneers in in force recently at Blayds Bar in Anna Glypta thrilled the audience
the New World Africa collective, and some of the with impersonations of Boy George
hottest and youngest acts to hit Johannesburg Leeds, as a special fund-raiser, for
that campest of camp competitions and other celebs, while her hunky
this season. If you're looking for a taste of African
dance, then this is the album for you. Drag Idol went into overdrive. mail stripper friend performed his
Hosted by the fabulous Ricky Glass act in the window in full view of the
and Co even the cold and breezy passing crowds as well as those
weather didn’t stop the appreciative inside. There will be other such
TOTALLY ENORMOUS EXTINCT crowd enjoying the side show as events leading up to the competition
DINOSAURS the wind exposed more than is itself on the 9th November at the
healthy in any circumstances. There Royal Armouries in Leeds.
Household Goods EP was a camp raffle with the main www.dragidol.co.uk
// Out: 22nd November prize of a giant lube dispenser and
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Sharp bassline adds kinks and furrows to this
otherwise pop record. It reeks of dancefloor Dr Who Quiz Night the Project Coordinator. “Since 2003
melancholy and the spangly cool of mirrorballs, the BLAST Project has worked with
but with the party-starting, fractured insistence to Raise Money for over 260 boys and young men on a
of the best modern house. There are shades of Sexual Exploitation 1-2-1 basis who have been involved
the 80s and often unsure, soft lyrics, which makes in, or at risk of becoming involved
this a masterful dance album at its best. Project in sexual exploitation. Holding a
The BLAST Project is part of fun fundraiser such as this will help
Yorkshire MESMAC Group of
SANDER KLEINENBERG Services and has been providing
5K support to boys and young men
// Out: 29th November involved in, or at risk of becoming
involved in sexual exploitation, since
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2003.
Sander Kleinenberg arrested worldwide attention
about a decade ago with the track 'My Lexicon'. The project has just received a
Since then he's had ample time to put together further two and half years funding
this debut album, and the time and effort and will soon be launching new
shows. 20 years' experience as a career DJ shines services including a drop-in for
through, with elements of dance from the past
couple of decades infused with more modern escorts, a virtual online drop-in and
influences that show a real excitement for the a new advanced training course
genre. Teaming up with Jamie Cullum, Ursula for professionals. To celebrate the
Rucker and Ace Reign, he delivers an album continuation of the project and to
house enthusiasts have been camped outside raise money which will help create
record stores for. sexual exploitation resources we
are organising a fundraiser with a
Dr Who theme in partnership with
Blayds Bar.
FABRICLIVE 54
The Dr Who Quiz Night will be
David Rodigan held on Friday 26th November at to raise awareness of the sexual
// Out: 29th November Blayds Bar and will be hosted by the exploitation of boys and young
------------------------------------------------------------------- fabulous Daisy DuPont. The evening men and also help to raise money
starts at 8pm and includes a Dr vital to creating useful resources in
Fabriclive's latest compilation is mixed by David combating sexual exploitation”.
Rodigan, and includes Augustus Pablo, Big Youth, Who Quiz with prizes for the winning
Bitty McLean, Etana, Romain Virgo and Alborosie. team, music until 1am and those Advance tickets are £5 and £7.50 on
There's a blend of dancehall styles with classic dressed as Dr Who characters will the night. There are only 60 places
dub, top vocals and class DJ music, with a twist be entered into a free prize draw.
of reggae for good measure. Fabriclive rarely available and they are expected to
disappoints, and David Rodigan offers something “Sexual Exploitation is a very fill up fast. To avoid disappointment
you might not have been expected from the serious issue and it is one which is you can get your ticket by contacting
household name. becoming more known and sadly Phil Mitchell on 07921 372896 or
more common” says Phil Mitchell, [email protected]

Win
These!
Turn to page 62
for details
Annual 2011 Pure Trance Pop Party 8

The past year has been massive for
dance music. There’s been an incredible Anthems 2011 This has been the biggest year for pop, and what
better way to celebrate then to have one album
selection of tracks getting people out UK super club brand Godskitchen return that includes 21 chart- topping, speaker busting
of their recession blues and into the with three discs packed full of upfront hits 2010 has bought us. Pop Party is back for
clubs and festivals. Artists like Example, trance bangers for the coming year. its 8th instalment and exceeds all expectations.
David Guetta, Swedish House Mafia Godskitchen Pure Trance Anthems 2011 This fab album is stuffed full of all the hottest pop
and Dizzee Rascal have all been tearing combines big name new tracks and brand hits around and is sure to warm up those winter
up the charts, while others like Katy B new remixes of classic anthems in a blues!
have helped dubstep rocket out of the heavyweight triple CD package. Pop Party 8 features top ten tunes from all
underground; the scope of dance has Including the biggest tracks direct from your favourite poptastic acts including the
never been wider. Ministry of Sound has the world's biggest DJ's sets, this is the mischievous N-Dubz ft Bodyrox (We Dance On),
taken the very cream of this crop and uplifting sound of the 2010 - 2011 trance the glamorous ladies in pop -The Saturdays
captured it on 3 incredible CDs. But of renaissance. It includes anthems that (Missing You), The King of Pop Justin Bieber (U
course this is The Annual 2011 which also have been smashing it all year alongside Smile) and of course the queen of pop herself;
looks to the future, so what stellar tracks ones that are predicted to blow up Lady Gaga (Bad Romance)
can we expect to see shaking speakers in big-time in 2011. Out: 11th November – If all that wasn’t enough, as well as an additional
the coming year? Label: New State Music DVD of your favourite videos. this years Pop
Out: 1st November Party album includes an ‘extras’ section where
Label: Ministry of Sound To be in with a chance of winning a you can watch 5 of your favourite pop acts
copy of this triple album package, just actually making their videos!! Out Now - Label:
To be in with a chance of winning a answer this simple question: UMTV
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daaahling...
it's craig revel horwood
Best known for his camp and acerbic approach to the celebrity dancers on BBC1’s
Strictly Come Dancing, Mr Outrageous has another, highly successful side to his
character, that of director and choreographer of some incredible theatre productions.
His list of credits and awards for this work is very impressive so Lee Hudson wanted
to know more and, with barely a paso doble in sight… caught up with the man to chat
about his latest touring production of the musical Chess… Strictly and… his undies.
Why on Earth, of all the musicals available, did you Some people say “Has he ever danced before. Can he
choose such a deadly dull piece like Chess? dance?” They think I’m there to spout off for no reason
I love the music. I’m of the age, 45, and the 80s meant at all. Unbelievable. That’s why I brought the book out
a lot to me, I loved Tim Rice and Abba and had only (All Balls and Glitter) so people could see that I have
grown up with the concept album, I’d never seen had a career.
a stage production. So, when I became a director/
choreographer 15 years ago then started working with I have to say I was very surprised by the openness and
actor/musicians 5 years ago I thought it would make honesty in the book.
a great actor/muso show. I pitched the idea to the
producer, he said let’s go for it and… I had to because of the News of the bloody World.
This country… well… one blast and it’s all around the
I have to congratulate you on the fantastic reviews… country and everyone believes it. So, I thought, right,
everyone seems to say you have taken it in a new I’m going to beat them at their own game and bring it
direction and into new dimension… all out in one year… and that’ll show them.
That’s only because I’d never seen it so I had And you did…
nothing to compare it to. There’s only ever been
one version of it in this country so I did it my way Yes, I was a rent boy, yes I was a drag queen… so
because I thought chess is really boring and a bit what?
intellectual. You did the New Zealand version of Strictly…
You seem to have gone for a bit more camp That was for three series but it’s no longer on.
and humour than was in the original. Did you go back as the conquering hero or that British
I made all the chess-pieces weird and guy with the funny accent?
wonderful, out of this world, sado- That British guy with the funny accent! They were all
masochistic; people that comment as a horrified to discover I was Australian (laughs)
chorus on the action that is taking place. I
suppose it is just me being me. So you didn’t have to butch it up or anything for them?
So it’s you on stage is it? Noooo… for god’s sake… butch? I’ve been like this all
my life… with girls or boys.
Noooo not me… just all the things I like
(laughs). Now I’ve done some immense research on you for this
interview.
You’ve done loads of things…
including Panto… is that something I love you for that.
you want to do more of? In an interview you were asked
I’m doing Panto again this year in what brand of underwear you
Crawley, I’m playing the Wicked favour and you said Mitch
Queen in Snow White and the 7 Dowd Astro Boy…
Dwarfs, which is hilarious. Plus it Yes… Astro Boy.
gives people the chance to see me in I just love the idea of you
the flesh and hand out scores for my sitting in your dinner jacket
dancing… and bow tie on ‘Strictly’
This is one of the things that must delivering your scary verdict
really get on your tits. You are a really but wearing such fun pants
talented, respected and successful director, with the image of Astro Boy all
choreographer and have been in the business over them secreted underneath.
for years… so does it piss you off that most Yes, that’s it. I get them at Target in Australia, a sort of
people’s idea of you is that loudmouthed, Woolworths type of place… I also have an Astro Boy
opinionated camp guy off the telly? style quiff (he giggles at the thought).
People think that ‘Strictly’ is all I do for a Craig is a very busy man and has several productions
living… on a Saturday hold up a ‘2’ and on the go at the moment so I had to cut the interview
that drives me nuts because it’s not fair… short and let him get off to his next appointment. As he
(dissolves into giggles). I was 15 years disappeared I sneaked a crafty score of “9”. He lost a
a dancer in really famous and fabulous point because he didn’t call me daaaahling once.
shows, being a director and choreographer
with a deal of success and I believe www.craigrevelhorwood.com
integrity… that’s why I’m on the show.
Chess comes to the
Alhambra – Bradford
on 9th – 13th November
To find out where else the
show tours visit:
www.chess-the-musical.co.uk
Main photo: BBC Publicity

Chess photos: Keith Pattison
AstroBoy (copyright)

THE SUN
Bradford
The scene in the city, although small,
every venue is close to the other, is
nonetheless healthy and booming.
Every Sunday the Sun hosts the opportunity for talented
individuals to become stars. Their ‘Sun’s Got Talent’
contest has each week’s heat winner going through to the
grand final on the 21st November with the chance to win
£200.
Over at Uber and Uber Village, DJs and occasional

cabaret stars keep the place rocking which attracts a
fantastic cross-section of the city’s fun crowd.
Meanwhile, Candy Nightclub continues with its policy

of great sounds, great entertainment all at reasonable
prices. Special events and drinks offers bring in the gay
boys and girls to fill the dancefloor and enjoy a real party
atmosphere.
Barrowman
in Need
Captain Jack himself, John Barrowman, returns to his
home city of Glasgow on 19th November to host a
massive gig at the SECC in aid of Children in Need.
The 4000 seater venue will feature a host of guest stars

including the cast of hit musical We Will Rock You, dance
favourites The Box and Pearl and the Puppets as well as
comics Des Clarke, Fred MacAulay, Daniel Sloss, Mark
Nelson, Craig Hill, Janey Godley and Nina Conti.
Other guests have still to be announced.
As well as hosting the event, John will

be presenting live links to the rest of
the UK as the programme for the
BBC is transmitted and for those
who just love the guys voice you
won’t be disappointed… he’ll also
be performing.
YOU can register now for free

tickets at bbc.co.uk/tickets
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Recently, I did something I have never done before. It’s
not that I was scared of doing it… it was just that I had
my doubts about it. In the past it had a bit of a reputation
of not quite being above board, even creating a bit of a
scandal a few years back. Anyway, so impressed was I
with one of the acts on the X-Factor that I decided to bite
the bullet and phone in my vote… twice. Having heard
Matt sing I just thought he was the best and tapped the
vote line number into my I-phone and pressed. Yes, even
with the warning “…from some mobile phones it could
cost considerably more.” I threw caution to the wind and
hoped that my expensive vote would help keep him in
the competition… if not I’m not too sure who to go to for
a refund. Anyway, I think that Matt, whether he wins or
not, should have a superb career in front of him and I’m
backing him to go all the way.
Having said that, Simon has those cute lads One

Direction who I also think will do very well. Alas for them
he is their mentor and so far, compared to the lovely
Cheryl, he hasn’t had much success with his acts. Me, Sisco (centre) and his boyfriend Carl
Does he care? I’m not too sure if a man who owns the
company, owns the record label and seems to sign all
the acts need worry that much about who wins as he’s
got a piece of them already. I quite admire the man and
not just because he’s managed to make a few quid (I
suppose I could ask him for a refund on my vote if Matt
doesn’t work out) but that he saw an opportunity and
has taken it to a worldwide audience. Who would have
thought that, with all their clever TV execs and brash
Hollywood agents, that it would be a British guy who is
now basically running television and the music business
in the USA? So I say - Good for him.
I remember just a few years ago I was on a train to

London chatting to a nice lady who used to work at
Yorkshire Television and knew me from my constant
attempts at getting in front of the camera. She was
telling me that she had left her job and was now taking a
chance on this new project for an independent company.
The project was the X-Factor and her new business
partner was Simon Cowell… I often wonder how it all
went for her.
Still on the theme of the X-Factor I want to congratulate

my good friend Sisco for being appointed the
choreographer for the show. I’ve known Sisco Gomez
for a number of years and you may well have seen him
on the judging panel of the TV show, So You Think You
Can Dance. He’s worked with loads of gaydom’s top
divas and danced with the likes of Kylie, Madonna, Janet Matt, X-Factor (Syco)
Jackson, and Alexander Burke to name but a few. His
routines for video shoots have become legendary and
I’m happy that such a large audience as the X Factor
gets, will see the calibre of his brilliant work. Photo: SYCO

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By Will Baker
Madonna ignited shock pop as we know it today when she performed “Like a Virgin” at
the 1985 Video Music Awards wearing a combination bustier/wedding gown, and her
trademark "Boy Toy" belt. And who can forget 2003 when portraying a groom, she open-
mouth kissed her brides, Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera?
These days, it’s not only Madonna who is using shock to grab attention for her music.
Christina raised eyebrows with “Dirty”, followed by Katy Perry who “kissed a girl and liked
it”. Today’s leading players of pop – Ke$ha, Adam Lambert, and of course, Gaga - are
gaining notoriety by being untamed and unashamed.
We at Bent take a look at a couple of new American artists who are upping the shock
ante, doing things never-before-seen in pop music… it ain’t just the ‘gay thing’ any more!
KILLIAN WELLS – Blonde Bi Bombshell

Do you see yourself as a shock KW: There’s still a long way to go but
pop artist? society is definitely more open-minded
KW: It’s not intentional. I’m simply unwilling now. Lady Gaga and Adam Lambert have
to censor myself. Art stops being art when huge followings. It goes to show that a so-
you neuter your creativity. called ‘alternative’ sexual orientation isn’t a
deal breaker anymore.
The boy-on-boy kiss in the video has
shock value. Who is your shock-pop idol?
KW: It’s about time a mainstream artist had KW: Prince because he did it all
the balls to do a boy-on-boy kiss. without fear.
Has the kiss brought the attention to Sometimes being too shocking can
the video you hoped it would? derail an artist’s career. When Josie
Cotton released “Johnny Are You
KW: I find more people are shocked by the Queer?” in ‘81, she lost her record deal.
drunken vomiting in the video. Do you fear it may be too soon for a
Artists like George Michael and Ricky guy-on-guy kiss?
Martin hid their sexuality while they
were on the top of the charts. Is
sexuality more accepted today?
KW: I was nervous in the beginning but
the response has been way positive. I’m
working with some major people in the
CARSTEN ANDERSSON – Pop Porn
music industry because of the attention Do you see yourself as a shock transsexual who fooled the world for
from the video. pop artist? years that she was a woman.
Are you being a good role model for I probably am. Pretending to be the Is America ready for a pop-porn star?
today’s young listeners? clean, innocent boy-next-door wouldn’t Paris Hilton built a career out of porn.
KW: I hope I can be a role model work for me. I can’t compete with Other celebrities have followed,
for young fans who are afraid to be Justin Bieber. pushing their “accidentally lost private
themselves. However, I wouldn’t Why did you decide to come clean porns” on the internet.
encourage young listeners to go get drunk about your porn past? What do you hope to prove with
like we do in the video.
You can’t hide something like porn. It your song?
What do you say to parents who would come out eventually. Better to Honestly? Nothing. The song is called
might feel your free-for-all-sexuality is tackle it head-on. “Fun” and that’s all it is. I did it for fun;
sending the wrong message to
Has it helped bring attention to your no deeper reason. Basically, I had done
their kids?
singing career? movies, photos… we thought what
KW: My bisexuality isn’t promoting comes next? Ok, let’s make a song.
Without my porn past, I’d be just
promiscuity. I’m actually a monogamous,
another boy with a song out. Porn has Have you retired from films?
relationship-oriented person, which is a
made people take notice. They want No. I’m open to doing more. Maybe the
rarity regardless of sexual orientation. It’s
to see what this boy can do other than big shocking movie is still yet to come.
irresponsible for parents to make their kids
get naked.
feel they have to fit a mould to conform to Do you do porn for the money or
society’s standards. Artists like George Michael and for fun?
Ricky Martin hid their sexuality while
What does your own mom say? It’s not the money. I can think of a
they were on the top of the charts. Is
KW: My parent’s views used to be very old homo and bisexuality more accepted thousand better ways to earn cash.
school but I’ve enlightened them. today? Porn is the only job I feel comfortable
with. I know my way around the bed, or
Is today’s celeb culture teaching fans I think there is always going to be some on the couch, or in the barn (laughs).
it’s weak to be meek? issue with being gay. Not with being
gay but with being open with it. Do you consider yourself a good
KW: It’s not new for celebrities to do things
role model for today’s young
that are seen as taboo. Pop stars can’t Who is your shock-pop idol? listeners?
be blamed for someone else’s actions;
Not Lady Gaga. Most things I see Hell no. What would happen to the
that would be like saying porn stars are
from her seem copied from artists of world if young boys took me as a role
responsible for people having sex.
the past. model? Scary thought.
Will you continue to push the envelope
Katy Perry? Will you continue to push the
in your next songs and music videos?
I don’t like her. I find her boring. envelope with more songs?
KW: Definitely, I’m not holding back.
What about Madonna? I never make plans beyond the next
Madonna in her early years: definitely! 24 hours. I have a real messed-up
Madonna today: not really shocking mind. One day I want this, the other I
Visit KillianWells.com for more info anymore. I like the trashy Europop want that, and finally I end up in Japan
stars from the 80s that really knew shooting a manga porn.
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popstars with the x-factor
At the turn of the Millennium a created dwindled but the new breed numbers (selling over a million in the
new show hit our TV screens that of solo singers, pitted against each first week), taking the top spot, and to
introduced us to an original format other together with the combination of this day maintains its position in the all
to find budding talent. It was a long celebrity judges, caustic comments and time top ten British best selling singles
way from previous talent shows public telephone votes… all proved to chart.
that gave anyone a chance, from be a winning formula. A second series of Pop Idol produced
pop to opera, comedy to conjurors, However, Girls Aloud re-emerged after a very unlikely winner in the form of
dance to… musical muscles. This the fuss of Popstars and have gone on the rotund, but none-the-less talented,
new concept was aimed at the young to do incredibly well… some members Scottish singer Michelle McManus but
and was to find a new pop group... of the group more than others. already the TV companies were looking
the programme was called Popstars. for a more exciting show to fill their
The first series was a sensation and The end of the first series brought Saturday night slot.
delivered the breathtaking boy/girl excitement never quite experienced
group Hear Say. Who? I hear some either by the public or indeed in the X Factor fitted the bill and it has to
of you say… but let me remind you TV corridors of power, with the final be said that the majority of winners
that their first single release ‘Pure dragging in an unprecedented number from the six series so far, have gone
and Simple’ broke a number of music of viewers and the most eagerly on to be very successful recording
industry records, easily racking up awaited duel to find a winner between artists. Steve Brookstein, who won
sales of a million and becoming the the cute, stammering, voice of an the first series had a huge hit but then storm. Her return single, "Bleeding
fastest selling non-charity single up angel ex choir boy Gareth Gates and disappeared after having, ‘artistic Love", reached number one position
until that moment. the more sophisticated singing of the differences’ with the show’s creator in over thirty singles charts around the
older, and someone equally as cute, Simon Cowell. The second series globe. The next winner Leon Jackson
After another series, which produced university graduate, Will Young. In winner was Shayne Ward who gained has yet to show any real superstar
two manufactured groups – one all the public’s mind Gareth was already a huge fan following successfully quality although he seems to be
boy (One True Voice) and one all girl a winner but in that final push, it was releasing a couple of hit albums and touring in shows with a good deal of
(Girls Aloud) a slightly different show Will who surprisingly scooped the toured to sell out crowds. The third success. 2008 winner Alexandra Burke
came along called Pop Idol that really top spot. His first release ‘Evergreen’ winner Leona Lewis disappeared after continues to have chart hits and last
set the TV schedules alight. As Pop even outstripping the speedy and high her initial win, only returning a year year’s winner Joe McElderry has just
Idol’s popularity grew, Popstars and the volume sales of Hear Say’s debut or so later, reinvented and having a had his first album released to huge
interest in the groups that the show had single, by shipping out discs in massive single that literally took the world by acclaim.
ex- factor
A lot can happen in looking and sounding better (The Script). The album is said
than ever. The 25-year-old, to be a Pop work of art… we
five years… especially Manchester born hunk is set can only wait in anticipation.
for an ex winner of the to storm up the charts with
X Factor. his highly anticipated third Obsession
album, entitled Obsession. Out: 15th November - Syco
Despite millions of album and He’s not been idol while on Photo: Tony Duran
singles sales, countless awards this slight break in his career. http://www.myspace.com/
(including an Ivor Novello In fact, Simon Cowell, the shayneward
and a staggering 15 Global pop Svengali who is guiding
Platinum discs), international Shayne’s career, has so much
success and a fan club that faith in the man that he gave
grows daily… Shayne Ward him time and space to write
(winner of the second series of and work with an array of
X Factor) has been on hiatus the hottest producers around
for a few years now and there including; chart dominator Taio
are quite a few new kids on the Cruz, Darkchild (credits include
block, not to mention a whole Lady GaGa, Pussycat Dolls),
team of finalists from the very Lucas Secon (Pixie Lott),
show that created him, vying Quiz & Larossi (Alexandra
for chart success. Burke, Pussycat Dolls), Savan
Kotecha (Usher, Britney
But Shayne Ward is back, Spears) and Andrew Frampton
bullying
By Lee Hudson
Is it me or does there no one stop this lad’s torment? recommends that people who are
not just
kids stuff
abused on the internet print out the
seem to be and more Schools, and especially American content and make a complaint to
schools, have this jock = top-dog, the police who have the power to
bullying on TV? while geek = victim mentality… just contact the website and then the
look at the series Glee for confirmation internet service provider to find out
Even in comedies or light-hearted, who is behind the abuse. "Bullies
of that ridiculous assumption.
‘feel-good’ movies, there always should be warned that there is no
However, this series is watched by
seems to be, if not an out and out hiding place in cyber space," Liz
millions world-wide and I wonder,
case of bullying, an undercurrent of said. "Everything you do on the
despite the fabulous songs and brilliant
harassment or persecution. It has internet leaves a digital fingerprint
musical numbers, just what other
reached such epidemic proportions and if you post abuse and threats
messages it is sending out.
that I actually worry about what horrors then it isn't difficult for the police to
my bestest friend, the television, might track you down."
Schools in the UK need to be on the
subject me to next. Perhaps that’s the
look-out for bullying in all its forms
problem. I love my TV and I don’t want Bullying can be defined as
and let’s hope that FIT is a resource
it to be that making me distressed or deliberately hurtful behaviour that
that will prove effective in tackling this
to feel so uncomfortable. How much is repeated over a period of time.
undeniable menace.
worse then it must be if people have to This can include:
live with that feeling ‘day in-day out’ at teasing, abusive remarks and
However, school is not the only place
work, school or even at the hands of name calling threats and physical
where bullying takes place. We hear
so-called ‘friends’. violence damage to property
more and more about such activities
taking place in the work place. I leaving the individual out of social
With the release of the Stonewall activities deliberately spreading
suppose we hear about them more
inspired and financed film FIT, aimed rumours upsetting mobile phone
these days because people are
at school kids, more people are or email messages (sometimes
more aware of their right to complain
seeing just how much of a problem called cyberbullying) The bully
and expect action to be taken.
homophobic bullying can be in a selects their target using the
Unfortunately this isn’t always the case
person’s formative years. I have just following criteria: bullies are
and many employers would rather see
read about 13-year-old Asher Brown predatory and opportunistic - you destroy anyone
the problem simply swept under the who has integrity) having at least one
over in the States - The eighth-grade just happen to be in the wrong place
carpet. Don’t let this happen, if you feel vulnerability that can be exploited
straight-A student was picked on for at the wrong time; this is always the
you are being bullied, whether it is a being too old or too expensive (usually
being small, not wearing designer main reason - investigation will reveal
result of your personality or sexuality,
clothing, and for being gay. Bullies a string of predecessors, and you will both)
complain and make a huge song and refusing to join an established clique
performed “mock gay acts” on Brown have a string of successors being
dance about it if nothing appears to be showing independence of thought or
during Phys Ed. His mother said her good at your job, often excelling being
being done.
phone calls were never returned and popular with people (colleagues, deed So, don’t be bullied.
People of all ages seem to be under
when both parents visited to the school customers, clients, pupils, parents,
attack on these social networking Shout out “NO” and make sure
to complain about harassment they patients, etc) more than anything else,
websites, particularly Facebook. Liz everyone understands why you are
were ignored. The torment took its the bully fears exposure of his/her
Carnell, a director of Bullying UK says; shouting this. It may not be easy to
toll; on the 23rd September this year inadequacy and incompetence; your
"The amount of distress that abuse, stick-up for yourself but there are
at around 4:30pm Asher retrieved his presence, popularity and competence
false rumours and hate messages can groups and organisations around who
stepfather’s 9mm Beretta from the unknowingly and unwittingly fuel that
cause is appalling. Often the website you can look to for help.
closet and shot himself dead. fear having a well-defined set of values
address of these postings is passed www.stonewall.org.uk
around school (or workplace) so the which you are unwilling to compromise
We know America is a country of having a strong sense of integrity www.workplacebullying.co.uk
humiliation is total and people panic
extremes but this act wrenched at my (bullies despise integrity, for they www.bullyonline.org
because they don't know what to do to
heart and anger at the perpetrators have none, and seem compelled to www.bullying.co.uk
get the abuse removed". Bullying UK
flooded through my body. How could
Making a song and according to the interview, had

accepting parents but was
bullied while in school - an issue
dance about it. often talked about on Glee. The
producers of the show were so
As all of us Gleeks get ready for impressed with the young actors
the second series of this song audition performance (he’d read
and dance fest, and with all the for the part of Artie) that they
reports of a bevy of stars all created the role of Kurt for him.
eager, or already signed up, to be According to the Glee website,
in the show, we take a look at one Kurt, sorry Chris, was "very active
of the programme’s mainstays. during high school" and grew up
performing in community and
He isn’t the hunkiest, or perhaps regional theatre. At age 14, he
the sexiest, member of the cast assistant-directed a theatrical
but Glee’s soft-spoken and benefit for Valley Children's
keen Kurt Hummel, played very Hospital. He was also president
convincingly by Chris Colfer, of the writer's club, editor of the
says in an interview with Access school literary magazine and a
Hollywood that his character in speech and debate champion.
the show is more reality than
fiction. He was out during his Glee returns for the second
real high school years; and, series on Channel 4 (or E4)

stephen hoo
“FIT – Stonewall’s film for schools – is an Stonewall have invested a great deal of their
intelligent, powerful and entertaining film. The reputation on this film… have you ever done
storyline uses hip-hop, humour, colourful Adidas any campaigning before?
tracksuits and lively writing similar to Channel 4’s No. I knew of Stonewall but had never had any
Skins to communicate with pupils in a way that dealings with them until I became involved in FIT.
makes it easy for them to engage with the issues I think the work of Stonewall is so great and the
raised.” work they do is so vital. I'm so proud to be involved
One of the characters in FIT is a bully with a secret with them. They have done so much for the cause
Ryan, played by out and proud actor Stephen Hoo. and continue to do so. I'm so proud of them.
Lee Hudson wanted to know more about this good- What do you feel about the various Gay Pride
looking young rising star so stalked the lad and events that blossom all over the world?
posed the questions.
I think it's only a good thing. Celebrating the rich
How did you get your part in FIT… what was diversity of the world is only a positive thing that
the audition process? expresses tolerance. But don't forget that many
I was in the stage version of FIT which toured countries still don't have constitutional rights or
all over the U.K before it was made into a film. I support LGBT people. There's still a long way to
was so chuffed to be asked back to be in the film go. In some countries that allow gay pride events
version and so I didn't have to audition. I did get they are met with violence.
to see the audition process for some of the other Have you been to any Prides… if so… which
actors which was really interesting. Rikki ( Beadle- is your favourite (and which would you like to
Blair writer/director) wanted passionate people with go to)?
a vested interest in the subject matter.
I've only been to London, SOHO and Brighton
Had you any dealings with bullying either at pride ... I'd love to go to some pride events in other
home, at school or perhaps on set? countries though for sure!
When I was younger I bullied other kids who I Are you in a relationship?
thought were gay as a way of deflecting from the
fact that I was gay myself. This is exactly what my Why are you asking? You want my number? Do
character Ryan does in the film. It's a control thing. you like me? I'm FIT right!!!! What? I'm not?
A power thing. Have you seen me? You must be dizzy blud!
How do you feel about your character? What (or who) is your ideal partner?
I feel sorry for Ryan. He has no support. He's Look if you like me just ask me out already! No but
grown up in an environment at school where he seriously though. Someone who looks like Joseph
is made to feel ashamed of who he is. Like many Gordon Levitt but with the brain of Noam Chomsky!
schools in the world the subject of homosexuality Am I asking too much?
is one of disgust, otherness, humour and Is there a part you would do ‘anything’ to get?
homophobic language is wide spread and a term I am a huge Trekkie ... I would die to be in Star
of abuse to anyone regardless of the recipients Trek. I always wanted to be Wesley Crusher.
sexuality. While that dynamics exists he feels the
only way to survive is to be secretive and try and What are we going to see you in next?
n
blend in with his surroundings. In doing this he I'm in Rikki Beadle-Blair's hilarious comedy KICK
t i o
is utterly conflicted, unhappy and becomes an OFF coming out very soon. It's about a gay team
t i
oxymoron of sorts. and straight team and all that ensues.
m p e
When did you come out? Final question: What style and brand of
co
I came out to a friend when I was about 15. I underwear do you prefer?
remember physically shaking uncontrollably and Okay… this is the truth. I like really plain
feeling sick. Y-fronts! Flashy labels and brands don't do it for
me. I find brands garish! But plain briefs? Oh YES!
FIT is in the cinemas from 5th November
Karmel likes make-up and trendy clothes, yet she FIT is the feature film adaptation of Stonewall’s
Win
also likes girls. Does she need to ‘fit’ the lesbian highly successful play for schools aimed at
stereotype? Ryan is one of the lads. Computer tackling homophobic bullying, seen by more than
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I'm meeting entirely inappropriate am so confused.
people any more. I screen them Lee, Manchester Dear Simon
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unsexy pervs (because a bit of kink Dear Lee proud of my bottoming abilities. The
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someone by text, email, social failed dismally, since then I have
my friends' umpteen descriptions of I'm not going to lie: I go into first date media (believe me I have heard tried and tried but little more than the
technically perfect first dates that have mode as soon as I meet someone for it all from my single/dating gay head is going in. What can I do to
failed to yield results, I think I've figured the first time. Like a great tactician, I friends) is a bit of a loser anyway ‘accommodate’ my man as he worries
it out. move into battle with stories I know will right? You’re better off without about it hurting me and has begun to
First dates are no longer about finding make him laugh, or will impress, or will him, onto new and hotter men I get the droop. I still try all the other
someone to carry on dating. More leave him shellshocked. say. things but I want that thing in me.
usually they're about finding someone I know which parts of myself to reveal Suggestions?
to stop dating. and move in formation, trying to delay Dear Simon Lloyd, Cardiff
How many times have you sat there, the inevitable while in no-man's land. I want a threesome. I want to hire an
on a technically perfect first date, But in doing so I'm actually adding to escort and get down and dirty with Dear Lloyd,
where the chit-chat is witty and funny my own defences and retreating from him and my boyfriend. I know it is a Hmmm, I would say patience
and sexy, and you're eating good food, the possibility of a relationship, rather real fantasy of mine but I’m almost and a really, really good lube
drinking nice cocktails, and thinking than conquering it. positive that my bf wouldn’t go for it. and lots and lots of it. You can’t
about how sweet the other person is, The revelations are not real displays How do I convince him it will be fun? really do more than that. I would
while secretly tallying up as many faults of personality, because they're Grant – Leeds say though take the pressure off
as you can find? This to me seems to constructed and considered. We're the whole bottom thing because
be the problem. not really letting our defences down Dear Grant subconsciously that won’t be
because we've planned our actions like Well, you have me convinced but helping you at all either. If this fella
First dates are about convincing
a military operation. We're dealing out before you try and convince your is fine to just do everything but for
ourselves not to take things further,
propaganda. We're fighting for hearts boyfriend you need to ask yourself, a while then go with it. Enjoy each
which seems an utter perversion. I'm
and minds, but half-arsed, as if we and then him, a few questions. other and the more you relax the
almost sure it's more about protecting
already expect to lose and just want to First you; what do you think you’ll more it will help. It’s not all about
ourselves than genuinely not wanting
minimise the collateral damage. get from this experience that you sex after all… is it?
to find someone (because otherwise
why are we going on these dates in After we've been round the block a few
the first place?). We're our own worst times, we're all pretty guarded on first
enemies. dates. It's how we survive. So shouldn't
I was on a great date the other week, we cut each other some slack?
and the guy in question had so much Maybe sometimes we're complaining
that there's no spark, but maybe
The New if they are ‘associated’, with someone
in common with me. He was hot. I was who has a protected characteristic
hot. The sex was hot. We started off that spark's been sacrificed for best Equality Act (for example someone who cares for
with drinks, which spiralled into dinner, behaviour. Sometimes we need to feel, a disabled person).
which led to clubbing, which followed and the best way to feel is to open up The biggest change in
discrimination law for a generation Citizens Advice Chief Executive
with a night at his, and then brunch to getting hurt.
came into effect on the 1st October Gillian Guy, said, “Citizens Advice
in an underground café. On paper, it Isn't it a good idea to wait for a second Bureaux can help people use the
seemed right. But the whole time, I 2010, when the Equality Act came
date, when the armour slowly comes Equality Act to make their rights a
was expecting something to go wrong. into force.
off? Isn't it then we should be expecting reality, especially those who have
I was anticipating that it wouldn't work the real spark? Isn't that when we start The new Act harmonises and been on the receiving end of unfair
out because, well, it never works out, to ignore the catalogue of imagined strengthens the existing law making treatment or discrimination. If people
does it? problems (he won't call me back, he it unlawful to discriminate because of are being treated worse than other
Maybe if we'd given each other a isn't prompt enough, he went to public age, disability, gender reassignment, people because of who they are, or
chance, and asked for that second school, there was too much teeth when marriage or civil partnership, who they associate with, the new
date, we might have found something he blew me) and let ourselves get to pregnancy and maternity, race, Equality Act will give them stronger
more? Maybe we told ourselves the know someone? religion or belief, sex and sexual rights to do something about it.”
problem was there was no 'spark'. But orientation. These are now referred
I've been on many first dates, and one As part of the arrival of the new law,
we laughed and had fun and were to as ‘protected characteristics’ in the
thing I'm positive about is I never got national charity, Citizens Advice has
attracted to each other. It's not exactly new legislation.
to really meet someone until much updated its advice website,
an explosion of emotion, but surely it's later on. The Act also protects people from
a spark of some kind? discrimination if they are ‘perceived’ adviceguide.org.uk with new
to have a protected characteristic or factsheets.
Beyoncé
Maybe we didn't really get to know the
other side. We weren't enemies: we

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process. I love doing film, the inter- cool to have a pair of wings. currently enjoying its latest reincarnation in
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is our mother art form for acting. It’s been Not sure how much of a guilt pleasure it is, single “Lady Marmalade,” the film went on to
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FILM
REVIEW
another year
Out: 5th november
British filmmaker Mike Leigh delivers another emotionally
honest portrait of ordinary people trying to make sense of
their lives in this comedy drama. Tom (Jim Broadbent) and
Gerri (Ruth Sheen) are a couple who are drifting past middle
age into their sixties who have a stable and happy marriage
by chris amos and a grown son, Joe (Oliver Maltman), an activist lawyer
who hasn’t settled down yet. One of Gerri’s co-workers and
close friends is Mary (Lesley Manville), who puts up a facade
of desperate good cheer despite the fact she’s been very
the american Out: 26th november
lonely since her husband left her and has been drowning her
anxieties in wine. Gerri has unsuccessfully tried to fix Mary
Hunky George Clooney is back. Alone among assassins, Jack is a master craftsman. When a job up with Tom’s sloppy but good natured pal Ken (Peter Wight),
in Sweden ends more harshly than expected for this American abroad, he vows to his contact Larry and she’s startled when Mary begins openly flirting with Joe,
that his next assignment will be his last. Jack reports to the Italian countryside, where he holes up more than 20 years her junior. Mary’s troubles only grow
in a small town and relishes being away from death for a spell. The assignment, as specified by worse when she stops by Tom and Gerri’s place only to be
a Belgian woman, Mathilde, is in the offing as a weapon is constructed. Surprising himself, Jack introduced to Katie (Karina Fernandez), Joe’s new girlfriend.
seeks out the friendship of local priest Father Benedetto and pursues romance with local woman
Clara. But by stepping out of the shadows, Jack may be tempting fate.
machete
Out: 26th november
After a violent shakedown from a notorious drug
lord nearly kills him, Machete (Danny Trejo), a
renegade Mexican Federale and tough-as-nails
vigilante for justice, roams the streets of Texas,
working as a day labourer. When Machete is
hired by a crooked US Senator to execute a
covert hit, Machete is double-crossed and
forced to run from the cops and an endless
stream of assassins. But what they don’t
know is that Machete is looking for them so
he can settle the score.
jackass 3d
Out: 5th november
The third instalment of Jackass will hit theatres this time in
The cast includes Robert DeNiro,
eye-popping 3D. The addition of 3D to the new film raises the
Jessica Alba, Steven Seagal, Michelle
mayhem factor to new heights, promises star/producer Johnny
Rodriguez, and Lindsay Lohan as a
Knoxville. “We’re going to take the same 3D technology
gun-wielding nun.
James Cameron used in Avatar and stick it up Steve O’s butt.
We’re taking stupid to a whole new dimension.”
Current hot actress of the moment, Emma Stone (Easy
FILM
A, Zombieland) has been officially announced as the
buzz
female lead opposite Andrew Garfield (The Social
Network) in the as yet untitled Spider-Man reboot
directed by Marc Webb (500 Days of Summer). Rhys
Ifans has been announced as the villain.

Harry Potter And The Deathly Hogwarts, terrorizing and arresting anyone who
Hallows: Part 1 might oppose them. But the one prize they still
Out: 19th november seek is the one most valuable to Voldemort:
Part 1 begins as Harry, Ron and Hermione set Harry Potter. The Chosen One has become the
out on their perilous mission to track down and hunted one as the Death Eaters search for Harry
with orders to bring him to Voldemort...alive.
destroy the secret to Voldemort’s immortality
and destruction--the Horcruxes. Meanwhile, the No longer just a boy, Harry Potter is drawing TEN THINGS
YOU NEVER KNEW
wizardry world has become a dangerous place ever closer to the task for which he has been
for all enemies of the Dark Lord. The long-feared preparing since the day he first stepped into
war has begun and Voldemort’s Death Eaters
seize control of the Ministry of Magic and even
Hogwarts: the ultimate battle with Voldemort.
ABOUT...
robert
downey jnr
1. Lived with Sarah Jessica Parker for 7
years during the 1980s.
2. Claims that his father is the one who

introduced him to drugs, by offering him a
marijuana joint when he was 8.
we are what we are who will hunt? Who will lead them? How will they
Out: 12th november sate their horrific hunger? The task falls to the
3. Once worked as a piece of living art in a
A middle-aged man dies in the street, leaving eldest son, Alfredo, a teenage misfit who seems
Soho nightclub in New York City.
his widow and three children destitute. The far from ready to accept the challenge... But
devastated family is confronted not only with his without human meat the family will die. Shocking,
4. Kept a lot of the authentic vintage clothing
loss but with a terrible challenge - how to survive. bloody and deeply moving, We Are What We Are
he wore in the movie Chaplin (1992).
For they are cannibals. They have always existed is a remarkable reinvention of the horror genre
on a diet of human flesh consumed in bloody - a visceral and powerfully emotional portrait of
5. In a symbolic attempt to bury his decadent
ritual ceremonies... and the victims have always a family bound by a terrible secret and driven by
1980s Brat Pack image and begin a new
been provided by the father. Now that he is gone, monstrous appetites.
phase of his life and career after filming
Chaplin in 1991, he (literally) buried the
clothes that he wore in 1987's Less Than
Zero in the backyard of his house.
6. At the age of 10, while living in London,

Robert attended the Perry House School in
Chelsea and studied classical ballet.
7. Married his first wife after dating her for

only 42 days.
8. Starred in Elton John's music video for

the song I Want Love. Downey was let out
of rehab for one day specifically to shoot
the video (which was filmed in one long
continuous take at Greystone Manor in
Beverley Hills).
let me in and his evenings spying on the other inhabitants
Out: 5th november of his apartment complex. His only friend is his 9. Childhood friend of Richard Hall aka Moby.
A remake of the brilliant Swedish film Let The new neighbour Abby (Chloe Moretz), an eerily
Right One In. An alienated 12-year-old boy self-possessed young girl who lives next door 10. Sting and Billy Idol performed at his
befriends a mysterious young newcomer in with her silent father. A frail, troubled child about wedding to Susan Downey.
his small New Mexico town, and discovers an Owens’s age, Abby emerges from her heavily
unconventional path to adulthood, a haunting curtained apartment only at night and always Robert Downey Jnr stars in this month's
and provocative thriller. Twelve-year old Owen barefoot, seemingly immune to the bitter winter roadtrip film Due Date out 5th November.
(Kodi Smit-McPhee) is viciously bullied by his elements. Recognizing a fellow outcast, Owen
classmates and neglected by his divorcing opens up to her and before long, the two have
parents. Achingly lonely, Owen spends his days formed a unique bond.
plotting revenge on his middle school tormentors
Zack Snyder (Watchmen, 300) will direct the upcoming popping pills, the father has disappeared and Barbara feature which co-stars Ving Rhames, Jeremy Renner,
untitled Superman reboot after meeting with the studio (Roberts), the oldest daughter in the family is bound for Paula Patton, Vladimir Mashkov and Michael Nyqvist
and producers Chris Nolan (Dark Knight director) and divorce after learning her husband is cheating on her (The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo).
Emma Thomas. with a college student.
Alex Proyas (The Crow, Knowing) will direct Paradise
Meryl Streep and Julia Roberts will team-up together Josh Holloway (Lost) has landed a role as a member Lost, an adaptation of the epic 17th-century English
in the film adaptation of Tracy Letts’ Pulitzer and of the Impossible Mission Force, the secret agent task poem by John Milton for Legendary Pictures.
Tony-winning darkly comic play August: Osage County. force headed by Tom Cruise in Mission: Impossible
The film centres on the Weston clan and while mum is IV. He joins the growing cast of the Brad Bird-directed
Istanbul
The 5th largest city in the world
and the European capital of
Culture 2010
the historic and economic centers,
and an Asian side. As such, Istanbul
is the only bi-continental city in the
by ChrisGeary.com
Beyoglu town (on the European side

of Istanbul) is the centre of almost all
major gay venues. In fact, this district
Club Magma www.club-magma.com
Sahra Club is a 5 storey bar/club with
a very eye-opening atmosphere. Go
A mad city of kebabs, world. The city is further divided by is the centre of local night life. There check it out at least once because it’s
pomegranates, simits (a Turkish the Golden Horn, a natural harbor are many modern or traditional gay a one of a kind, either a fun house or
bagel), carpets, lamps, material & bounding the peninsula where the clubs, bars, saunas and hamams horror show according to your opinion
fake clothing, spices, traffic jams and former Byzantium and Constantinople (Turkish baths) near the Taksim/
were founded. When you first arrive Beyoglu area. Along with the traditional Turkish
of course mosques, which are located kebab restaurants (which are
on nearly every corner of every street. into Istanbul the Golden Horn is a The two main gay cafe bars to start
great place to start your adventure everywhere), many European
Turkey's location at the crossroads of with and meet the locals are: and Far Eastern restaurants and
and is the centre of the tourist and
Europe and Asia makes it a country historic hot spots. Chianti Cafe Pub numerous other cuisines are also
of significant geostrategic importance. www.istanbulgaybar.com/ thriving in the city. Most of the city's
This important location, its amazing Galata Tower is a great thing to historic winehouses (meyhane in
history and Islamic culture, are what venture up and get your bearings, it Sugarcafe Club www.sugar-cafe.com Turkish) and pubs are located in the
makes Istanbul such an astonishing offers a unique panoramic view of the Most gay bars & clubs in Istanbul areas around İstiklal Caddesi. The
city. city, with all the famous mosques, the don’t get busy till after midnight. The 19th century Çiçek Pasajı (Flower
Bosphorus and Golden Horn: such a price of a drink ranges from between Passage) on İstiklal Caddesi has
Its history goes back ages as Greek beautiful sight.
settlers first founded a colony on the 5-8 Euros for local drinks, 10-15 many historic meyhanes, pubs and
present-day Istanbul around 660 BC The main street İstiklal Caddesi Euros for "imported drinks" (such as restaurants. The famous Nevizâde
calling it Byzantium. Then in 306 the (İstiklal meaning Independence, Whiskey, Malibu, Safari, cocktails Sokak which has rows of historic
Roman emperor “Constantine the Caddesi meaning Avenue) is one of etc.) Some bars will accept Euros, but meyhanes next to each other is also
Great” regenerated the city and it the most famous avenues in Istanbul it’s cheaper to pay with Turkish liras. in this area. Istanbul is also known
became known as Constantinople visited by nearly 3 million people per The best clubs are: for its historic seafood restaurants.
(the new Rome) the largest city of day. It’s an elegant shopping street, The most popular ones are generally
approximately three kilometers long. Otherside Club This was the club that found along the shores of the
the Roman Empire and of the world. booked us to dance and flew us out
There are many theories attempting The nearer you get to its top end Bosphorus and by the Marmara
Taksim Meydanı (Taksim meaning there. It’s a great club, check out the Sea shore towards the south of the
to explain why the city was renamed Rakkas (male belly dancer) shows.
Istanbul. The one that seems to Distribution, Meydani meaning city. There are no gay-exclusive
Square) the gayer it gets, although www.othersideistanbul.com restaurants in Istanbul but these
be most accepted is that the name
Istanbul derives from a Medieval don’t expect to see a gay scene X-Large. The biggest gay club in come recommended:
Greek phrase” is tin ‘polin” meaning comparable to that of what we have Istanbul located in a former cinema. Besinci Kat Restaurant - a roof
"to the city". Located in northwestern in the UK as it’s very different. Well known for its big stage shows restaurant-bar is on the 5th floor
Turkey, Istanbul today is the 5th There are no laws against and great music. with breathtaking view of Bosphorus
largest city proper in the world (over homosexuality in Turkey since the Tekyon Club www.tekyonclub.com straight and Asian part of Istanbul.
3 times the size of Greater London) beginning of the republic period Club Prive is the oldest of the gay www.5kat.com
with a population of 12.8 million. (1923). In fact, there is not any law bars in Istanbul. It is a small yet very 360 Restaurant - referring to a
The famous Bosphorus is a strait, at all concerning homosexuality. busy venue playing Turkish pop 360 degree view, the sea view is
which connects the Sea of Marmara The number of the gay venues has music. breathtaking. Located on the top
to the Black Sea and divides the city increased rapidly especially during (8th) floor of historical building.
the last 15 years. Taksim district of Cub Ekoo www.ekooclub.com
into a European side, comprising www.360istanbul.com

Cok Cok Thai - the fresh spices and areas where it's more likely to meet
herbs used in the cooking, purely Thai other guys. These are Kinaliada,
and South East Asian, relate back to Florya Beach and Sarayburnu.
the Silk Route that once connected Research them on the internet to find
with Istanbul. www.cokcok.com.tr when and where they are most busy.
Cooking Alaturca - a very gay-friendly Other tourist attractions and historic
lunch time restaurant. places you must visit are:
www.cookingalaturka.com/ 1) The 7 massive mosques - Istanbul
Istanbul is surrounded by the sea but has been called "The City of Seven
because of the pollution caused by Hills" because the oldest part of the
its massive population, there are very city is supposedly built on seven
few beach areas left to swim which hills, each of which bears a historic
are close to city center. The locals go mosque. I personally think the Blue
to the southern part of Turkey for their Mosque is the most impressive, if you
beach holidays. There are no beaches can only see one, go see this one.
in Istanbul visibly frequented by gay 2) The Grand Bazaar - is the oldest and has amazing panoramic views Turks tend to stare at people
people, but there are some swimming (1461) and one of the largest of the city (especially blond hair, and even more
covered markets in the world, 7) Bosphorus Tour - a tourist boat if you have a Mohawk like me) more
with more than 58 covered ride taking you along the Bosphorus, than us Westerners are use to. If you
streets and over 1,200 shops. under both bridges and great views don’t like to be stared at, dress less
of the city. like a tourist and wear a hat to cover
3) The Hippodrome - once
any unusual hair styles.
a huge stadium for chariot 8) Shopping Malls - the best ones are
racing. The surviving Akmerkez and Cevahir which have If you see someone holding their hand
monuments of the Spina, awards for being 2 of the biggest and with palm up and bringing fingers in
the two obelisks and the best in the world. toward thumb, this is a compliment
Serpentine Column are many and generally means something is
Istanbul Gay Pride is at the end of "good." It can be done when they like
thousands of years old.
June www.prideistanbul.org a food, clothing, or any object. It can
4) Topkapı Palace - the
A good gay web site with info about also mean they are attracted to you.
imperial residence of the
the gay scene and tourist guides: Raising your chin, moving your
Ottoman Sultans, now a
www.istanbulgay.com eyebrows up and simultaneously
museum.
It is very common in Turkey to see clicking your tongue means "NO."
5) The Spice Bazaar - the
two men arm in arm while walking on (Try it. It is fun!).
center for spice trade in
the street (Turks tend to touch much
Istanbul.
more than us Westerners). This does
6) The Galata Tower - the not mean they are homosexual, they
apex of the fortifications are just good friends.
surrounding the Genoese
citadel (fortress) of Galata
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and 60s – now-70,000-populated Benidorm famous hotel-high-rise sky-line, plus majestic
rests, perched on the Med, attracting gay male hills out back!
mariners from far around. Colourful and brash - Segway Tour (www.costablancatour.com) – See
still a cross between Blackpool and Las Vegas both main beaches effortlessly on a Segway,
at heart, with more hotel beds than the entire of plus hilly ‘Old’ Town in between, whilst turning
Greece put together - it is, however, now going every head en route. A right boy-babe magnet!
upmarket in places, as well as re-injecting youth Medieval Tournament (www.desafiomedieval.
culture amidst a generally aging client-base, com) - Fun dinner-show-disco, full of hammy
plus rediscovering a present-day quintessentially knights-on-horses and homo-erotic jabbing ‘n
queer flavour, notably around the so-called ‘Old’ jousting, 15 minutes by car outside of Benidorm!
Town.
TO BOOZE & CRUISE

TO STAY The gay scene revolves around the ‘Old’ Town –
Hotel Presidente (Ave. de Filipinas; T: +34 965 and, to be honest, involves an almost exclusively
853 950; www.hotelesbenidorm.com) – Gay- male, slighter older crowd, but no less fun for
wooing, mere minutes from sand, scene and that. Many bars have dark rooms, and there isn’t
sights. really a dedicated dance club. As ever in Spain,
TO EAT
you’ll still need a disco nap to reach nocturnal
synch – then dinner from 10pm, bars from 1am!
There are over two dozen gay venues, so here’s
Restaurante El Barranco (Calle Vincente Llorca a mere taster…
Alos 14, Playa de Poniente; www.barrancoplaya.
com) – One of the finest eateries, on posh Bars
Poniente beach, overlooking the sea, out Refuel Café (Calle San Pedro 10) – Mainly
towards Benidorm’s dramatic off-shore island. daytime Poniente joint, good for meals and
Does wonders with rice and all-things-fish! snacks.
Kafee Klee (Calle del Pal 9) – Buzzing café, with
TO SEE & DO drag acts that fair sprawl out onto the streets.
Viva (Calle Alicante 41) – Cruise bar.
5 beaches – Not just famous Brit-brimming Lovers (Carrer dels Quatre Cantons 3) –
Levante, but also equally huge, more upmarket, Youngish cruisy bar with cabins and darkrooms.
for-the-locals, Poniente; plus tiny, sheltered Mal Heaving.
Pas, in between them, at the foot of the ‘Old’ Mercury (Calle Alicante 10) – Bar with good
Town; plus two more secluded stretches a tad dance space.
north-east of the main sandy drags. All of ‘em People (Carrer de la Santa Faç 29) – Modern
dead clean! bar, likewise with dance area.
Eng-er-land – All-day bacon-n-eggs, beamed-in Sauna / Sex Club
Premiership matches, tabloid-selling stalls and H20 Sauna (Tomas Ortuño 46)
enough beer to burp at: Benidorm wouldn’t be
Outdoor cruising
Benidorm without us crazy Brits!
Dove Park – Old town end of Poniente, by night.
‘Old’ Town – ‘Old’ mostly hardly predating the
Playa Racó del Conill - Nude beach 2km towards
1950s, in truth, but a warren of gay-bar-brimming
Alicante, by day.
smaller streets nonetheless, not to mention the

brighton hotels
LEGEND HAPPY TIME

Throughout the cold winter months enjoy the best views in Brighton
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Mondays just got zanier, 'cause 'The Drag With No Name' is back
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Also this month Legends celebrates its 18th Birthday Party with the
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join Lola Lasagne, Lequisha Jonz & Lizzy Drip for a fun filled day of
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Brighton's own Lola Lasagne starts the day off at 3.30pm with her
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blackpool hotels
Blackpool
Blackpool Illuminations sees this seaside city of fun still buzzing with excitement
and laughter long after other resorts have gone into winter hibernation.
At 10 kilometres long and using over one million bulbs the Blackpool
Illuminations are an awesome spectacle. This year the big switch on was
performed by none other than Mr Robbie Williams accompanied by a host of
recording stars all keen to be part of Blackpool’s illustrious passion for lights.
The really good thing for the town is that the lighting spectacular brings in a
host of tourists and fills the clubs, bars and hotels with a new and vibrant crowd.
Check out the hotels on this page and book yourself in for a fun weekend.
THE WILLOWFIELD
01253 623406
ATHOL HOTEL 3 Mount St,
Blackpool, FY1 2DQ
51 BANKS ST. BLACKPOOL. FY1 2BE “In the heart of

Blackpool’s gay village”
Car Parking
Ensuites Available
English / Continental Breakfast
Free Ironing Service
01253 624 918

atholhotel.co.uk
BED & BREAKFAST
OPEN ALL YEAR [email protected]
Minutes from the Gay Scene
now taking bookings for christmas
email: [email protected]
www.willofield-guesthouse.co.uk All major credit cards accepted
Granby Lodge
Nigel welcomes you to the
enbrook
PRIVATE HOTEL H otel BLACKPOOL
• Tea/Coffee making “A SMALL, CLEAN, COMFORTABLE & FRIENDLY
facilities HOTEL OFFERING A VERY WARM WELCOME TO
in all rooms BOTH MEN & WOMEN”
• Car parking available
• Residential Licence • 2 mins walk from Clubs,
• Doubles, groups & Pubs, Shops & sea
family
rooms available
• Most rooms en-suite, all with TV,
tea/coffee making facilities
• 5 mins from
Blackpool North train Station & shops • Generous Full English /
Vegetarian breakfast
69 Lord Street, North Shore,
• Free car park
Blackpool FY1 2BJ
• Club & Sauna concessions
• Open all year
01253 626737
15 Lord Street, Blackpool, FY1 2AZ
www.thelenbrookhotel.com Tel. Brian: 01253 627842
[email protected] www.granbylodge.com
HOTEL NEVADA
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Seconds away from gay scene

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Smoking Rooms Available
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johan’s blog
By Invitation Only
I had just one week to wash and iron
all my shirts and jeans after my recent
abroad to have hard, dirty sex with. One of
these guys is the fabulous American model,
holiday, and to be honest it wasn’t nearly Turk Mason, who features on the cover
enough time to become acclimatised of the DVD. My scene with him was very
to normal life again! However, I had special since Turk is a really great fuck - the
to travel over to Amsterdam almost perfect bottom even - and the experience
immediately to start promoting my new was as horny as hell. Even though the
movie “Invitation Only”, which had just guy is not 100% boyfriend material (in my
been released. opinion), he still has a perfect ass and
knows exactly how to move when being
My holiday in Thailand was simply fantastic fucked. Believe me, you’ll definitely know
- 3 whole weeks of pure relaxation, with what I mean when you see the scene.
plenty of sun, time on the beach, sports, Gees, I enjoyed it so, so much …
culture, spicy food and great clubs! I
love Thailand so much - indeed, it’s my I haven’t just promoted my DVD whilst
preferred holiday destination after Cape over in Amsterdam, however - although
Town. That said, Thailand is much cheaper we have had a boat trip along the city’s
than South Africa - I mean, where else in canals, during which I gave interviews to
the world could you get such great food for the press (in the rain - very Dutch!!) No, I’ve
less than 50 cents for a whole meal? And also managed to negotiate a very special
an hour’s massage for less than 5 Euros present for you, to celebrate that I’ve been
(Professional massages, I mean - the writing this blog in BENT magazine now
others I still get for free!) for almost a year: a 10% reduction on your
next purchase at www.Homoactive.com
Unfortunately, my three weeks in Thailand
passed by far too quickly, and before I Homoactive is the biggest gay DVD
realised it I was already sitting on the plane and gay lifestyle online store in Europe,
back from Bangkok to Prague. In no time at selling DVDs, toys, lube, underwear and
all it was a case of going from sunshine and downloads. What’s more, there’s free
35 degrees to heavy rain and 14 degrees. delivery for all orders worldwide! To claim
In short, a complete nightmare! this month’s 10% discount on everything,
just enter the code: bent when you check
Well, now I’m back in Amsterdam and am out . The offer’s open until 1st December,
starting to promote my new DVD, which is and you can use it as many times as you
the second release of my very own studio want. And don’t forget, it’s also valid for my
and about which I am very proud! Here new DVD, Invitation Only, so remember to
I’m a producer, director, editor, actor - and add that to your basket as well.
sometimes even the camera guy! - all in
one person. As a result, I can select my I hope you’ll have lots of fun with my little
own models, locations and what goes on present for you, and that you’ll enjoy
in front of the camera, all myself. My first watching my new DVD as much as I loved
DVD was sold out in just a few months, and producing it.
there’s every expectation that this second
title - “Invitation Only” - will be met with a See you on my site Johan-Volny.com and
similar response. next month here at Bent.
Johan xx
Once again, the movie features lots of
scenes with me and all my horny fuck
buddies from the Czech Republic, although
this time I’ve also invited some actors from

books
EROTIC DREAMS
By David Vance
For almost four decades David Vance has been searching
and capturing immaculate male beauty with his camera.
His work is unmistakable, his pictures are of great
demand to numerous collectors—and yet after all these
years Vance decided to head for new road in his artistic
expression. In this new photo book he shows us images
that are way more dreamy and playful; Vance takes us on a
journey through his own erotic dream world, a journey with
a lot to discover. Masculinity and strength, sensuality and
aesthetics—these are the cornerstones of his image world.

£49.99 - Bruno Gmunder
Mary Ann in Autumn

By Armistead Maupin
Empire Hollywood Yield Hard Working
Babylon Strikes By Lee Houck Men Mary Ann has returned to San Francisco
By Steven Saylor
as she tries to get over the breakup
Again- Vol 2 Edited by Shane Allison
Yield is set against a of her marriage after she’d seen her
Empire is strewn with By Darwin Porter &
contemporary Manhattan Two construction workers husband porking her life coach via
spectacular scenes from Danforth Prince
thrumming with sex and take their tryst to new Skype. Meanwhile, transsexuals,
Rome’s rich, dark and
violence as seen through heights, a couple of stalkers, dogs, love, age and death
eccentric background of Carrying on in the great
the eyes of Simon – a horny tree-trimmers set greet her as she tries to put her life
emperors, intrigue and tradition of Hollywood
20-something part-time loins ablaze and there’s back together with a little help from her
cruelty. This book charts gossip, sleaze and
hustler with a loyal an erotic twist the tale friends.
five generations of the innuendo here’s another
same family as they fall collection of sin city’s following. As he grows of ‘Blondie Locks and
increasingly involved with the Three Bears’. In this If you’ve never read an Armistead
under the spell of the guilty pleasures. The
a gorgeous client he has collection it isn’t just the Maupin book before this is a great start,
notorious Messalina, the wildly enjoyable and
to try and navigate a path hats that are hard as the mainly because it will encourage you
charismatic Nero and a monumentally exhaustive
to fulfilment in a city where sexy hunks do whatever it to go back to his original Tales of the
strange new cult called… anthology of sins, foibles,
love and honesty seem to takes to get the job done. City novels and get engrossed in the
the Christians. sexual adventures and
be a rare commodity. lives of the folk who lived at 28 Barbary
who knows what else is
£10.99 – Cleis Press Lane. This book neatly ties up all the
£16.99 – Corsair complete with hundreds
£10.99 – Kensington loose ends and completes the journey
of photographs – all
first started back in 1978 - a time when
guaranteed to raise a few
the gay perspective in San Francisco
eyebrows.
loomed large in world literature – thanks
to this series of novels. Doubleday
£19.99 – Blood Moon
Productions

UNTITLED #
By Ross Watson
Art connoisseurs will immediately
recognize the inclusion of details or
entire compositions excerpted from
well-known masterworks of Western
European painting. Iconic works
by such art historical luminaries as
Vermeer, Caravaggio and others
appear regularly in Watson’s oeuvre.
Watson’s models, mostly dressed in
twenty-first century attire, are usually
depicted as if standing in front of these
paintings, or in several instances,
cleverly integrated into the Old Master
compositions themselves. But these
well-known paintings do not simply
serve as decorative backdrops for
his young male models. By removing
these esteemed works from their
normal milieu—museums and art
books—Watson bestows upon them
a fresh and sometimes unexpected
perspective, almost as if we were
seeing them anew.
£59.99 – Bruno Gmunder
Fight Club
By Gaz
What makes a man a real man?
With this his first book, UK based
photographer Gaz proves that
this question does not worry him
at all—his models are doubtlessly
everything a man wants to be. They
have muscled bodies and they stare
at you. Drops of sweat, special
light contrasts and the language
of the bodies, which doesn’t speak
of compromise—these are the
significant attributes of the art of Gaz.
His hunks are incredibly impressive
and it takes a man with guts to
withstand eye contact with them.
With Fight Club he created a first
class photo book. Athletic, rough and
hunkylicious … let the fight begin!
£34.99 – Bruno Gmunder
Less Man Booker,

More Man Fooker
There is a new book award on the scene for 2010 'The
Green Carnation Prize' (formerly 'The Man Fooker
Prize') which is celebrating the best writing, both
fiction and memoir, by gay men published this year in
either hardback or paperback.
We caught up with one of the co-founders and judges, our

very own Simon Savidge who judges along side authors
Paul Magrs and Lesley Cookman, Doctor Who actress and
legend Katy Manning and blogger Nick Campbell, about
how it came about.
“Paul Magrs sent a tweet on the day of the Man Booker
longlist saying… where was an award for gay male writers,
a Man Fooker Prize? A twitterathon started… a prize was
born… judges were chosen…publishers contacted… books
were submitted but the award name changed as some felt
it was too pastiche or controversial… now… here we are.”
Simon goes on. “The long list was announced on

September and featured some of the gay greats such as
Edmund White and Armistead Maupin as well as debut
novels from James Hannaham and Jonathan Kemp plus
authors such as Christopher Fowler and Rupert Smith
who have prolific works but little mainstream recognition. The Green Carnation Prize 2010 Short List
There was quite some debate however on a certain author will be announced on 1st November with the
being missing from the list but unfortunately you can’t winning book being announced on the 1st
please every writer. This prize isn't about the gayest book, December to coincide with World Aids Day.
whatever that is, or the most shocking and sex filled, it’s For more information on the prize, it’s judges,
about the best writing that appeals to a selection of people events and more visit
across the board as long as the authors a gay man it greencarnationprize.wordpress.com
doesn't need a gay story line.”
sauna
guide
Sauna Pleasure
“I just love saunas.” So says Tom from Birmingham. “I have met
some really fantastic people… people I don’t think I would have
met in any other circumstances.
“A sauna is just a melting pot (and I don’t mean because you get
all hot and sweaty there) but all types of people come and visit.”
Michael from Manchester enthuses. “I’ve made a few friends but
the great thing is, we’re all there for the same thing so a nod or a
shake of the head sorts out things immediately… you don’t have
to wait until the end of the night or you’re pissed before you click
with someone.”
“I was scared the first time I went,” says 19 year-old Trev from
Leeds, “I thought I’d be overwhelmed at first. Thankfully, I was
and it was just what I wanted. Now I love the place and the
attention…. And visit my local sauna when ever I can.

Clem in the North-East says: “Straight guys envy the fact that
for a few quid… I can have as much sex as I like, with a host of
different people if I want.”
“I met a guy from my road in a sauna.” Says Mark from South

Wales. “We were both embarrassed at first and then we saw the
funny side. He’s really nice and we got it together in the steam
room, then later in the sauna… and then in a private room”

advice
The interface between the
protection of the rights of gay
people and protection against
discrimination on the grounds
of religion or belief has
& legal
once again been under the
spotlight with the introduction
of the new Equality Act on 1
October and Pope Benedict’s
condemnation of UK equality
law ahead of his recent state
visit.
civil partnerships, lost on appeal, as
The view of Pope did that of Gary McFarlane, a Relate
Counsellor who refused to counsel
Benedict gay couples who took part in “acts of
sin”. Both cases involved the demand
Ahead of his recent highly publicised for individuals to be allowed to lawfully
state visit, Pope Benedict sent a discriminate against gay people on the
letter to Catholic Bishops in which ground of their own religious belief.
he raised concern that UK equality
legislation had imposed “unjust The message from the courts is loud
limitations on the freedom of religious and clear. The right to practice religion
communities to act in accordance with or belief (or no belief for that matter) is
their beliefs.” This apparent call to a fundamental right, as is the right not
arms to the Catholic faithful appears to suffer discrimination for doing so.
to conflict directly with the spirit of the But in manifesting a belief, individuals
introduction of the Equality Act. must have consideration for the
equality laws in practice. The law will
Pope Benedict’s comments, which not permit discrimination against gay
also condemn what such legislation people, regardless of your beliefs. In
achieves by stating that it “actually both of the above cases further right
violates natural law”, appears to of appeal was refused.
suggest that people with strong
religious beliefs should be entitled The message the law gives it is
to discriminate against gay people, thankfully clear: It will not permit
legally. discrimination against gay people or
against one particular religious group,
The Law and one form of discrimination will not
be permitted to trump another.
Recent UK legal decisions make it
40 Years of the oppression of LGBTs - and of everyone

else.”
quite clear that such a stance will
not be tolerated. The case of Lilian
Mark Nolan, Employment Solicitor at
Russell Jones & Walker
Gay Liberation
Ladele, a Christian registrar who was www.rjw.co.uk
In those early days getting coverage in disciplined because of her stance on
the media of any protests on the grounds
of sexuality were pretty difficult. Even
Front huge gatherings of protest and support
were met with indifference in much of the
Talk About SEX?

In the autumn of 1970 a tentative main press and television but the fight
meeting of 19 people took place at the continued. bedroom, again meaning guys stay
London School of Economics to form silent about what gives them their
“We queers subverted this conventional
the UK version of a movement that Having better sex is as easy as kicks, or unable to say when there are
gender system.” Peter Tatchell recalls
was taking the USA by storm – the Gay opening your mouth – to tell your things they don’t want to do that may
why the straight majority found GLF
Liberation Front. Born out of the riots partner what you’re looking for. So why even put them at risk of HIV or other
threatening. “Gay men love other
at Stonewall, the GLF in America had do some of us find that so tricky? FS STIs.
men and many of us are deemed
mobilised thousands of gays, lesbians, magazine from GMFA, the gay men’s
inadequately macho. Lesbians love other
transgendered, transsexuals and health charity, looks at why in the latest For advice on improving your self-
women and tend to be less passive and
interested others to march, make a noise issue… confidence and keeping sex safe,
dependent on men than most of their
and complain about the injustices meted see the full article “Can we talk about
heterosexual sisters. Queer males don't
out to homosexuals. “I’ve had sex with a few guys, but I sex?” in FS magazine, issue 120. It’s
have to sexually subjugate women and
never really know how to say what I available for free in gay venues and
That small group in the UK quickly grew female queers have no need for men to
want,” says Patrick, 19, from London. GUM clinics across the UK or can be
and one of those at that meeting was a fulfil their erotic and emotional needs.”
“I’ll be thinking, ‘I’m supposed to be viewed at www.gmfa.org.uk/fsnation
young Peter Tatchell. As he reported in Since those heady early days the work of
enjoying myself’ but I lie there thinking;
a fantastic look back at the history of the GLF has spawned groups like Stonewall ‘Hurry up and get it over with.’ The last
group in the Guardian he said. and Outrage! Despite there still being guy I was with was out of my flat like
“I was an activist in the GLF, aged many inequalities remaining in the UK, a shot as soon as morning came and
19 with long curly hair and living in we have made significant progress in I lay in bed feeling used and stupid. I
Shepherd's Bush with my 16-year old gaining some ‘gay rights’. It’s a term that can’t work out what’s wrong with me.”
boyfriend, Peter Smith. I was student. many people object to, usually because
He was a budding jazz guitarist. The age they are already privileged enough not Dr Tara Few, a sex and relationships
of consent for gay relationships was, at to have to contend to a day-in day-out expert, says Patrick’s experience is
the time, 21. Our love was criminal and barrage of discrimination or abuse but perfectly normal. “Many people lack
we were both at risk of imprisonment. GLF, back in 1970 sowed the seed of sexual confidence because we receive
We didn't give a damn. We despised and defiance, non-acceptance and change very little advice on how to talk about
defied the law.” that is being carried on to this day 40 sex. The model of sex that is taught
years later. is largely heterosexual, and questions
He went on to say. “GLF espoused a
non-violent revolution in cultural values Well done to those early pioneers… our about sexual pleasure are not seen as
and attitudes. It questioned marriage, the thanks for starting the struggle…you did important in an educational context.”
nuclear family, monogamy and patriarchy good. All those sex education lessons at
- as well as the wars in Vietnam and school clearly have a lot to answer
Ireland. Although against homophobic For Peter Tatchell’s full article go to: for. The result is that we often end up
discrimination, GLF's main aim was www.guardian.co.uk/ feeling sex should happen naturally,
never equality within the status quo. We commentisfree/2010/oct/12/gay- without needing to say what we want. A
saw society as fundamentally unjust liberation-front-social-revolution lack of self-confidence in life translates
and sought to change it, to end the to a lack of sexual confidence in the

history
repeating
itself
By Paul Garrett
I took my 18yo boyfriend to a new he’s no shrinking violet either… as
club opening in a nearby town. I'm his naughty suggestions has both
28, good-looking, rich, confident of us experimenting with positions,
and, modesty aside, thought we toys and clothing. I’ll not go into too
made a fantastic looking couple… much detail but this mucky little pup
healthy, successful, confident and, loves to be tied down and used…
even if I do say so myself, beautiful. starting with his little white boxer
He's slim, young, handsome and shorts being ripped off and his
has the cutest bum in the world. A bum spanked… and that’s just for
bum that he shows off to perfection starters.
by the clothes he wears and which
is confirmed by the appreciative Meanwhile, the club was packed…
looks he always receives. Men and full of gorgeous young guys with
women, boys and girls, he seems to their shirts off and dancing their
attract the attention from every body sweaty bodies around for anyone
where ever he goes. I love it when who was interested. We happily
all the guys stare at his butt knowing danced close together, kissing and
that they stand no chance of going cuddling, only having eyes for each
there. I remember, not too many other. When a space appeared on
years ago, when it was my hot little the dance floor I noticed that the
butt that got all the stares however, I guy next to us, in a deep tongue
didn't mind as this boy's ass, in every embrace with a hot looking stud,
way, was all mine. was my very first boyfriend who I'd
lost my virginity to nine years earlier.
I’d claimed it on our second date God he still looked pretty horny;
back at my apartment where I’d tight, manly features that would
taken his offered virginity and have many gay guys dribbling into
from that moment on… just about their underpants. For the 6 months
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Aries (Mar21/Apr20) congenial task and mixing with some great people.
scorpio
The moment you get an idea in your head as the You will be on the ball later in the month when
(Oct 24 / Nov 22) month begins you will want to act on it immediately.
You can be impatient to see results but that’s the
it comes to money. Your instincts will guide you
towards finding the best bargains!
Don’t overlook the chance to improve your financial nature of your enthusiasm and you wouldn’t like
Libra
position these next few weeks. This will possibly to be any other way. You can still find the self-
come through your work. A future promotion or job discipline needed to get results and over the weeks (Sept24/Oct23)
offer could depend on simple but original ideas ahead challenges faced will be easily overcome. There’s plenty going on in your chart to suggest
When a joint money issue arises later in November you could be in for an exciting and entertaining
related to the job in hand. Your social life could get
pause for a moment and weigh up the pros and month ahead. Rather than making set plans you
a boost as November continues as you get more
cons. might prefer to take things as they come. This
involved in affairs linked with your colleagues and will certainly make it easier for you to accept any
work-mates. A generally positive and progressive spur-of-the-moment offers as and when they arise.
month lies ahead of you. Taurus (Apr21/May21) Someone’s making changes over the weeks ahead
Commitments made a wee while ago are still going and the results of their endeavours will inspire you.
on and you will feel happy with the progress of joint The results of a joint project will be far better than
arrangements. A partnership is going well but you you expected.
might find yourself secretly longing to be a bit more
Sagittarius (Nov23/Dec21)
wild and adventurous in your loving. Share your
fantasies with your partner and they’re likely to be
intrigued. Later in the month you will take a more You could do with a bit of a change as the month
organised and orderly approach to finances, your begins. Even if you don’t go far, providing it is
love life and business affairs! somewhere new, it will do your emotional and
spiritual health the world of good. Getting involved
in a charitable exercise, over the next few weeks
Gemini (May22/June21) will make you feel as if you are doing something
The work situation could be unusually quiet. different and worthwhile. A loved one is worried
When there is nothing of interest to claim your about something that’s being planned for the end of
attention, you might start wondering about looking the year; you would rather let the future take care
for something new. You never can tell what good of itself.
opportunities might come your way over the weeks
Capricorn
ahead. Your sociable mood will attract some
interesting people your way. Your partner might (Dec22/Jan20)
start pestering you to take an interest in some of Your confident mood and cheerful spirits will bring a
their ideas later in the month. higher note to the days. Expect to see your private
and personal concerns progressing smoothly
over the weeks ahead. A new partner’s lively
Cancer (June22/July23) company will make it almost impossible for you
The ideas, effort and interest you take in a group to worry about anything. Expect to receive some
activity will receive a positive and enthusiastic encouraging news later in the month concerning
response from others involved. If you are single, a new career objectives.
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platonic relationship will take on a new and more
Aquarius
exciting guise. A quick decision is expected when
you are made an offer mid-November but how do (Jan21/Feb19)
you know what you’re letting yourself in for? Don’t Socially and professionally, people will be seeking
let anyone push you into taking action you might you out for your company. They will also appreciate
regret. any advice or guidance you have to offer over
CELEBRITY scorpio
the weeks ahead. Someone you care for is only
thinking for the moment rather than considering
Leo (July24/Aug23) what the price of an impulsive move might be. You
You want to please all your family but there is a might persuade them to look before they leap.
24/10 Kevin Kline 8/11 Katherine Hepburn
relative who is behaving as if nothing you do for The pace will ease as the weeks wear on and you
25/10 Pablo Picasso 9/11 Sisqo
them is enough. Sometimes you have to accept will find some time to pause and evaluate your
26/10 Hillary Clinton 10/11 Richard Burton
27/10 Simon Le Bon 11/11 Leonardo DiCaprio you just can’t please everyone. Over the weeks progress.
28/10 Bill Gates 12/11 Grace Kelly ahead a senior colleague will let you know how
Pisces
29/10 Winona Ryder 13/11 Whoopi Goldberg well received your efforts have been. In fact you
30/10 Henry Winkler 14/11 Prince Charles could find yourself feeling a little embarrassed (Feb20/Mar20)
1/11 Larry Flint 15/11 Petula Clark about all the attention that comes your way later in A romantic surprise awaits you as the month
2/11 K D Lang 16/11 Lisa Bonet November. begins; there will be a united feeling in the air. At
3/11 Roseanne 17/11 Rock Hudson work a marked all-pull-together influence will get
4/11 Matthew 18/11 Owen Wilson the job done quicker and easier than anyone had
McConaughey 19/11 Calvin Klein Virgo (Aug24/Sept23) been expecting. If you are single, you could meet
5/11 Vivian Leigh 20/11 Bo Derek You will know exactly what to say to attract the someone soon who you will have a lot of common
6/11 Sally Field 21/11 Bjork interest and support you need from other people with. Be ready to take things slowly. You might be
7/11 Joni Mitchell as the month begins. Expect a busy and cheerful joining a small group of friends as the month ends
few weeks ahead when you could be engaged in a to enjoy a day trip somewhere special.
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Blue plaque organised and sponsored the

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McFly If the rest of their new album lives up

Their latest single, Shine A Light, is

Cruz great night: every night's great

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