By John Q. Sanchez on April 16, 2007
Update: Youtube took down the video! Watch this space for new links. Here’s some others!
England’s Dusty Springfield, nee Mary O’Brien, was born upon this day in 1939–she’d be 68 today if she hadn’t tragically died of cancer in 1999. “Wishin’ and Hopin’” and “Son of a Preacher Man” are her two best-known hits in the U.S., and in the U.K. she was one of the top stars of the 60s, the voice of Swinging London, and an irresistable music and TV star to her entire nation.
With her soulful voice and songs of heartache, not to mention her eye-popping style choices, she was and is a major gay icon around the world. Jayne County and the Pet Shop Boys are among the thousands of musicians who cite her as a major influence.
Dusty was a semi-out lesbian who fought against racial discrimination before it was cool, and who had a torrid affair with Carol Pope of 80s new wave band Rough Trade (famous for a line in their song “High School Confidential” about a girl making Carol “cream [her] jeans”).
This clip of Dusty dueting with studly songwriter Burt Bacharach and tearing down the roof proves that Dusty is a major style inspiration, particularly to the Lady Bunny!
Also, it’s Selena’s birthday!
By John Q. Sanchez on April 16, 2007
It’s mind-bending enough, and then you see 2:45 and you’re all “OMG”! Rosie “Ching-Chong” O’Donnell’s favorite video!
My plans for the evening of 9/11/01 were to attend a west Chelsea art opening by transsexual singing sensation Amanda Lear. I didn’t make it–but she didn’t cancel! Amanda was the muse of Spanish artist Salvador Dali and is […]
By Marc Felion on April 15, 2007
Here’s a tribute to the Feast of Fools from Rachel, a Michigan girl that’s living in Australia. It feels like we have our very own lonelygirl15 only prettier, smarter and not so scared of cults. You rock girl! Here is a direct link to the video.Add to My Profile | More Videos
continueBy John Q. Sanchez on April 13, 2007
The original cartoon version from the Sonny and Cher Show is fun and spooky too.
continueBy Fausto Fernós on April 13, 2007
Yesterday when we were walking around the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago, we ran across this hilarious looking coral.
continueBy John Q. Sanchez on April 10, 2007
Here’s one more video by “Pickle Surprise” and “Strawberry Shortcut” director Tom Rubnitz, starring Paul Zone of the storied gay family rock act the Zone Brothers.
Even if it’s not quite up to “Shortcut” and “Pickle” levels of insanity, it’s colorful and fun. Look for guest appearances by “Pickle” faves Maria Ayala and David Dalrymple. […]
By John Q. Sanchez on April 9, 2007
Sizzly! And check out Iris doing Laura Branigan’s “Gloria” on David Letterman’s groundbreaking NBC show (he even booked John Waters and Divine!). And see Iris’s infamous coolant commercial here.
continueBy Marc Felion on April 8, 2007
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continueBy Marc Felion on April 8, 2007
Classic standard jazz from a great singer with wonderful accompaniment.
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By Marc Felion on April 8, 2007
Sultry women sing the blues.
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Timon | October 6, 2008
YAY!! LOVE the pics!! I’ll soon send you the ones from OCH and our random YouTube videos in the bathroom! HA! That sounds so much more scandalous then it really was! …or...
Cliff Dix | October 6, 2008
I love Peaches. And I love horror movies so it is a perfect combination. Marc, I would recommend Black Christmas for your Christmas viewing. It stars...
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Chickengirl | October 6, 2008
awww…wish i could have been there!! i would have been the only chick there besides your mom and sister i see x)……..
filpmire | October 6, 2008
Lizz is a stitch! Grey Gardens and the Daily Show- I’m there!
Marc Felion | October 6, 2008
No matter who gets elected, we need to step up the pressure on them as soon as they get into office for our rights.
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Gay Fun ShowTimon | October 6, 2008
YAY!! LOVE the pics!! I’ll soon send you the ones from OCH and our random YouTube videos in the bathroom! HA! That sounds so much more scandalous then it really was! …or...
Cliff Dix | October 6, 2008
I love Peaches. And I love horror movies so it is a perfect combination. Marc, I would recommend Black Christmas for your Christmas viewing. It stars...
9 comments on FOF #853 - Horror Movies Every Gay Man Must See - 10.02.08
Chickengirl | October 6, 2008
awww…wish i could have been there!! i would have been the only chick there besides your mom and sister i see x)……..
filpmire | October 6, 2008
Lizz is a stitch! Grey Gardens and the Daily Show- I’m there!
Marc Felion | October 6, 2008
No matter who gets elected, we need to step up the pressure on them as soon as they get into office for our rights.
11 comments on FOF #849 - Marching for Matthew Shepard - 09.26.08
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