BY NORMAN BRANNON Norman Brannon is a pop critic, musician, and author based in New York City. He presents a weekly music update here on … [Read more...] about MUSIC NEWS: Will Young, Active Child, Stephin Merritt, Bright Light Bright Light, Leona Lewis, Tayisha Busay, Snow Patrol, Chromeo
Archives for August 2011
News: Jack Layton, Cairns, Will Smith, Ecstasy, Jon Huntsman
Canadian opposition leader Jack Layton to get state funeral. His last letter to Canadians... NDP queer caucus honors his LGBT advocacy: “It’s like his … [Read more...] about News: Jack Layton, Cairns, Will Smith, Ecstasy, Jon Huntsman
Will Matt Drudge Order Maggie Gallagher to Cease and Desist Her Copycat Website?
NOM's Maggie Gallagher thinks she's the new Matt Drudge. (via Good as You) … [Read more...] about Will Matt Drudge Order Maggie Gallagher to Cease and Desist Her Copycat Website?
Police Question Hate Crime Motive in Fatal Anti-Gay Attack on Marcellus Andrews, but Friends Don’t
Last night I posted about the tragic anti-gay attack that led to the death of Marcellus Andrews in Waterloo, Iowa last Friday. Looks like the police … [Read more...] about Police Question Hate Crime Motive in Fatal Anti-Gay Attack on Marcellus Andrews, but Friends Don’t
5.9 Earthquake Strikes in Virginia Near Washington D.C.
An earthquake located 87 miles southwest of Washington D.C. struck just before 2 pm EDT. The quake was initially measured at 5.8 but has been upgraded … [Read more...] about 5.9 Earthquake Strikes in Virginia Near Washington D.C.
8 Years of Construction on the 9/11 Memorial in 90 Seconds: VIDEO
A look at the construction of the soon-to-open 9/11 Memorial, time-lapse-style.Watch, AFTER THE JUMP... … [Read more...] about 8 Years of Construction on the 9/11 Memorial in 90 Seconds: VIDEO
Christian Magazine Publishes Ad for LGBT Homeless Organization After GLAAD Outreach
After it rejected an ad from Believe Out Loud, an organization whose purpose is to help Christian congregations become more welcoming of LGBT people, … [Read more...] about Christian Magazine Publishes Ad for LGBT Homeless Organization After GLAAD Outreach
Victoria Jackson, Now a Radio Host, Interviews an ‘Ex-Gay’ Married Couple: VIDEO
SNL alum Victoria Jackson, who has been in the news in recent months for railing about Glee's gay kiss and her views on homosexuality and the … [Read more...] about Victoria Jackson, Now a Radio Host, Interviews an ‘Ex-Gay’ Married Couple: VIDEO
LGBT Stories: It’s Okay To Be Gay In Montana
BY NATHAN MANSKE Of the nearly 170 stories we collected on the Tour, I think this one is my favorite setting. The mountains, the horses, the mobile … [Read more...] about LGBT Stories: It’s Okay To Be Gay In Montana
Amy Winehouse Had No Illegal Drugs in Her System When She Died
No illegal substances contributed to the death of Amy Winehouse, according to toxicology reports returned to her family, their spokesman Chris Goodman … [Read more...] about Amy Winehouse Had No Illegal Drugs in Her System When She Died