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Tag Archives: music
An Appreciation From A Disloyal Michael Jackson Fan
Let me apologize right from the outset: In some way or another, this piece will inevitably be more about me than about Michael Jackson, although he’s the one who was the biggest pop star of all time. And it is … Continue reading
On Jay Brannan And Escaping ‘Gay-By-Association’
My thanks to Bryan for inspiring me to write this piece. While trying to write about the music of singer/songwriter/actor Jay Brannan, I realized that it would be harder than I thought. Not because I was unsure about what I … Continue reading
‘Camp Rock’ Sorta Sucks, But I’m Still Going 180 On Jonas Brothers
Now I finally know what all the fuss was about. Disney Channel’s Jonas Brohers promo vehicle Camp Rock premiered here in Norway last week, and is sure to make them a household name in contemporary Norwegian pop culture, just like … Continue reading
Madonna, Fabulous Ice Queen
Madonna is one of those gay icons, possibly rivaled only by Kylie Minogue, whose flashy, extravagant lifestyle, floor-filling pop credentials and ability to embrace her iconic status, seemingly makes her practically unassailable. Worship has been passed on from gays who … Continue reading
In Defense Of Backstreet Boys
In the shadows of interactive anonymity I can finally admit it: I am, and have to some extend always been, a Backstreet Boys fan. Careful not to commit social suicide, this has been my own personal secret, although I suspect … Continue reading
How I Tried And Failed To Hate Jonas Brothers
I’ve written several times before about how I don’t want to confirm gay stereotypes. Yes, I love ABBA, I confess to love Savage Garden, have been a Hanson fan for a decade, and I’ve even grown fond of movie musicals … Continue reading
With New Video, Jesse McCartney Is ‘Leavin’ Me Breathless
Before we start, I want to clarify one thing: The autobiographical nuggets that regularly surface on this blog, about which guys made me take a closer look at my sexual orientation, were not supposed to come this often. If I … Continue reading
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