Twist: An American Girl – musician Adele Bertei’s memoir details her troubled and triumphant early years in Cleveland’s underground counter-culture scene

posted Tuesday, March 14, 2023

by: Bryen Dunn in Books

Adele Bertei has sang backup vocals for Culture Club, Whitney Houston, Sandra Bernhard, and Matthew Sweet among others. She’s also released records as a solo artist, and has had international dance and pop hits with Thomas Dolby (“Hyperactive!”) and Jellybean (“Just a Mirage”), along with writing songs for artists as diverse as Sheena Easton, Arthur Baker, Lydia Lunch, and […]

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Firebird: The Story of Roman – republished memoir of Russian gay actor and soldier, Sergey Fetisov

posted Tuesday, March 14, 2023

by: Bryen Dunn in Books

Firebird: The Story of Roman, tells the story of Sergey Fetisov ,a  prominent theatre and film actor in Russia, who never shied away from challenging roles. But it was acts of courage and service that he is most remembered for. From turning down major roles to care for his ailing mother to falling in love with […]

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Eight Strings – female masquerades as a male to perform in a male only puppet theatre

posted Tuesday, March 14, 2023

by: Bryen Dunn in Books

Eight Strings tells the story a young woman in late 19th-century Venice who becomes a man to join the male-dominated world of the theater as a puppeteer—in the vein of Sarah Waters. Ever since her grandfather introduced her to eight-string marionettes, Francesca has dreamed of performing from the rafters of Venice’s popular Minerva Theater. There’s […]

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Endpapers – genderqueer book conservator discovers a hidden love letter that leads to their own inner discovery

posted Monday, March 13, 2023

by: Bryen Dunn in Books

Endpapers is a character-driven story set in 2003 New York City about a genderqueer book conservator who feels trapped by her gender presentation, her ill-fitting relationship, and her artistic block, as she discovers a decades-old hidden queer love letter and becomes obsessed with tracking down its author. Bookbinder Dawn Levit works in conservation at the […]

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The Islander – Island Records founder Chris Blackwell’s memoir showcases his musical genius within the world of reggae

posted Sunday, March 12, 2023

by: Bryen Dunn in Books

The Islander is a lyrical memoir from Chris Blackwell, the founder of one of the greatest music labels of all time, Island Records. it tells the story of his astonishing life and career, helping to bring reggae music to the world stage and working with many international music icons, , including Bob Marley, U2, Cat […]

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Queer Australia – LGBQ+ Owned Travel Products, Experiences, and Community Events 

posted Sunday, March 5, 2023

by: Bryen Dunn in Travel

With Sydney, Australia hosting the first ever WorldPride (Feb 17 to Mar 5, 2023) in the Southern Hemisphere, there’s plenty more to queer about all year round. See below for a range of LGBTQ+ products, experiences, and events across the country, then head down under for a gay ole time! Western Australia  Ampersand Estates (LGBTQ+ […]

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Bombay Sapphire Gin Launches Special Edition Jean-Micheal Basquiat Artist Inspired Bottle

posted Friday, March 3, 2023

by: Bryen Dunn in Hospitality (Food & Beverage)

Gin fans and art enthusiasts alike will want to get their hands on the first ever special edition bottle of Bombay Sapphire in Canada. The Bombay Sapphire x Basquiat collaboration bottle, which pays homage to cultural 1980s icon and street artist Jean-Michel Basquiat, features one of his earliest masterpieces, Untitled (L.A Painting), only displayed to the public once.  The painting was influenced […]

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Hollywood 2023 – new hotels, dining, and events, centennials, and a celebration of Canadian talent

posted Wednesday, March 1, 2023

by: Bryen Dunn in Travel

Los Angeles, the City of Angels, is constantly growing and 2023 is looking to be one of the city’s best years yet. With a multitude of new attractions, restaurants, hotels and celebrations, there is no shortage of new experiences to try in Los Angeles this year! To help you start planning your next Los Angeles […]

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Miami Launches “Rainbow Spring” Program of LGBTQ+ Events Leading up to Pride Month

posted Wednesday, March 1, 2023

by: Bryen Dunn in Travel

Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) launches Rainbow Spring program designed to provide LGBTQ+ visitors with unique programming and promotional offers in Miami and Miami Beach this spring. Leading up to Pride Month in June, the first few months of 2023 are packed with LGBTQ+ experiences and events that are as diverse and colorful […]

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Celebrate National Peanut Butter Lover’s Day with these new Loacker products – March 1, 2023

posted Wednesday, March 1, 2023

by: Bryen Dunn in Hospitality (Food & Beverage)

Happy National Peanut Butter Lover’s Day, Canada! On March 1, fans of all ages celebrate their love affair with this beloved treat. To commemorate this occasion, Loacker, the Italian heritage brand known for its delicious wafer biscuits, has released a new line of Peanut Butter treats. The range combines the crunchy, rich delight of spreadable […]

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