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Number 39 • Spring 2004 • © Circuit Noize Magazine, LLC.
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It’s easy to be depressed about the state of our country there hasn’t been an administration this radical within living
memory. They’re working on so many fronts to destroy
social progress - squandering our natural resources for the
sake of making more money, infringing on personal
freedoms in the name of protecting us from terrorists, and
making frightful progress at cementing their power structure
for generations to come.
It is also becoming ever more clear that the large-budget
deficit being amassed by the Republicans is a plot to “starve
the beasts”. In their minds, the beasts are the social
programs in this country like Medicare, Social Security and
Welfare. By bankrupting the country, they intend to end
these programs once and for all.
Perhaps most depressing of all is the fact that so many in
this country can’t see what is happening right in front of their
eyes. How can so many believe the platitudes that are
spoon-fed to them daily? How can half of this country be
duped into believing that we now have a president with
upstanding moral fiber after the years of the “decadent”
Clinton administration?
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But is the glass half full or half empty?
The history of the world is full of examples of those in power
using that power for their own selfish purposes. This is not
the first time that we have subjugated another country for
the sake of raping it of its resources. This is not the first time
that those in power have acted to consolidate and expand
that power at all costs while maintaining a veneer that they
are really the good guys.
It is clear that much of the rest of the world is watching
America without harboring any illusions about the goals of
our current government. Further, half of this country is
getting angrier by the day as they watch this President say
one thing and then enact policies which have exactly the
opposite effect. These angry Americans have had to seek
out their knowledge from alternative news sources as much
of the “liberal media” refuse to call Bush to task for his
hypocrisy.
When I start getting too stressed out about the latest
outrageous lie, I force myself to sit back and look at the
bigger picture. Our growth and development have always
come in fits and starts. While things seem grim right now,
there are many people in the world who see behind the
deception that drives this administration in their lust for
power. Never before have we had a mechanism like the
Internet which allows the development of grassroots efforts,
enabling the common man to be effective in this fight. (Join
www.moveon.org to be a part of this movement.)
It’s important that we not allow ourselves to be sucked into
despair. Remember, it is just after the darkest part of the
night that the sun begins to rise.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Another Cause to Call Our Own
by Clovis Thorn
22
Circuit Marriage Announcements
by Dennis Fleming
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The Trouble with Tina
by John R. Ballew, M.S., L.P.C
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Tweak End
by D. Michael Taylor and Dennis Fleming
36
Busted
by Rahel E. Kent
42
Get Mad, Get Very Mad
by C. Michael Safdiah
48
Benefit Spotlight: Volcano Party
by Steve Kammon
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Circuit Tribes: The Evolution of
Tribalism
by Steve Kleine
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The Ears Have It
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Spring Circuit Schedule
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ANOTHER CAUSE TO
CALL OUR OWN
by Clovis Thorn
The “War on Drugs” was intended to help society by lessening the
negative impact of drugs on people’s lives. Instead, the war itself has
actually done more harm than good for many people. The drug war has
allowed the government to consistently overreach the bounds of its
powers by intruding more and more on our personal freedoms in the name
of protecting us from ourselves.
A grassroots opposition movement
is calling for an end to this war. Why
is this new struggle arising? What
does it mean to gays and lesbians?
Why should we care?
In October of 2001, while rubble in
New York still smoldered and our
nation was scrambling to protect
itself from a new and very real threat,
the
Drug
Enforcement
Administration raided and closed
down a stringently operated medical
marijuana club in West Hollywood
that served sick and dying cancer
and AIDS patients. Over the past
two years, while the government is
on heightened alert due to
undisclosed terrorist threats, the
DEA has continued to raid medical
marijuana operations in California.
At the same time, the Office of
National Drug Control Policy spent
tens of millions of dollars on an ad
campaign blaming drug users for
funding terrorism. The logic behind
these ads was tenuous at best, and
at worst, the height of irresponsible
scapegoating. Blaming recreational
drug users for terrorism is like
blaming beer drinkers for Al
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Capone’s gangland murders during
alcohol prohibition. The taxpayers’
money for this ad campaign would have
been better spent on effective treatment
and education instead of useless
rhetoric.
The movement to end the drug war is
growing because people, some high
and some not, have recognized that the
war on drugs is not a war on an arbitrary
groups of substances, but a war on
people, communities (especially of
color), public health, and human rights.
Gay people are not isolated from this
war. Many of us use or have used illegal
drugs. Some have a friend or relative in
prison on a nonviolent drug charge.
Many know someone who has a
problem with addiction. Some have
seen how their friends suffering from
AIDS finally found an appetite by
smoking marijuana and thus have
become “criminals”.
In every case, prohibition has made
things worse. The drug war is breeding
a new generation of criminals by
incarcerating nonviolent drug offenders.
It targets scarce resources toward law
enforcement instead of treatment. It
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creates a dangerous unregulated
black market. And now it is being
twisted to keep an AIDS patient from
a cheap medicine that both works
and which could be personally
cultivated.
There are better ways for the state to
address drug abuse than waging a
war on its citizens. The best
alternative to current drug policies is
a shift toward harm reduction, which
is a pragmatic approach to lessening
the harms of both drug abuse and
drug prohibition.
Gays and lesbians are pros at harm
reduction because we had to step in
to take care of our own community
when the gover nment didn’t
respond to the impending AIDS
pandemic back in the 80s. Safer sex
is harm reduction. While not the beall/end-all solution to AIDS, safer sex
helps the most people make wise
decisions to avoid the disease. In
the same way, harm reduction - while
not as rhetorically appealing as “Just
Say No” and “Drug Free America” is the best way to help people who
choose to use drugs remain safe and
healthy. Abstinence may be the only
sure way to avoid risk, but expecting
everyone in our society to abstain
from drugs is about as likely as
expecting everyone to abstain from
sex.
We look to progressive European
countries as examples. The evertolerant Dutch were the first to
recognize drug abuse as the public
health problem that it is. They
separated the soft and hard drug
markets by decriminalizing and
regulating adult marijuana use. They
instituted harm reduction strategies
to deal with harder drugs. Today,
drug use rates in The Netherlands
are lower than the United States in
all categories among all age groups,
and other Western countries are
following the Dutch example.
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Politicians are slow to adopt these
reforms, but voters aren’t. Citizens have
passed referenda allowing marijuana as
a medicine in seven states. Ten other
drug refor m initiatives have been
approved by voters, including
California’s landmark Proposition 36,
which mandates treatment instead of
incarceration for nonviolent first- and
second-time drug offenders. These
reforms are especially important during
this trying time when law enforcement
resources need to be directed toward
real and pressing threats, not medical
marijuana cooperatives that serve sick
and dying people. Citizens get it while
Washington refuses to listen, as
evidenced by the confirmation of John
Walters as Drug Czar, who thinks we can
arrest and spend our way out of the
drug problem.
Why should the LGBT community care
about drug policy reform? Because we
like to party and we want to know how
to be safe if we use drugs. Because our
honesty with ourselves allows us to
recognize when the wool is being pulled
over our eyes. Our brothers and sisters
in communities of color are, by the
gover nment’s
own
statistics,
disproportionately affected by unjust
drug laws – they need our support. Our
friends with AIDS deserve access to a
cheap herb that allows them to eat
without vomiting. And finally, the
ongoing social justice movement, of
which we are a part, must push our
government to prioritize health and
safety over punishment. Our community
should take on this new cause – the
destruction of the increasingly irrelevant
war on drugs.
Clovis Thorn is the Director of
Development for the Drug Policy
Alliance. You can help promote
alternatives to the “War on Drugs” by
supporting the Alliance. To stay
informed and get involved visit
www.drugpolicy.org.
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CIRCUIT MARRIAGE
ANNOUNCEMENTS
by Dennis Fleming
artwork by David Sexton
Love is found in many ways, shapes, and forms on the Circuit. Some find
Mr. Right. Some fall for Mr. Right Now. Others may have to settle for Mr.
I’ll Be Right Back. Following the lead of The New York Times, we are
proud to announce the following Circuit Marriages for 2004.
BLOER-CUMMING ROLL OVER NUPTIALS
Philadelphia was the setting for a Circuit love connection between Beau Bloer of
Paramus, NJ and Swifty Cumming of Dover, DE. They met at the 2002 Blue Ball,
and it was lust at first sight. Unfortunately, they were committed to other guys at
that time. After numerous secret rendezvous at a Holiday Inn off the New Jersey
Turnpike near Trenton, the infidels decided to dump the boyfriends in time for the
2003 Blue Ball. At the main party on Saturday, January 25, amidst a sea of sweaty,
shirtless strangers they repeatedly professed their love for each other - and
everything around them for that matter.
Admirers honored the "ecstatic" couple during the traditional Blue Ball Brunch the
following afternoon. Guests begrudgingly sampled scrambled eggs and dry
muffins
while
chugging gallons of
bottled water. The
couple was treated
to several flagging
displays, and cheap
sunglasses were
distributed as party
favors.
The
newlyweds used
Sunday
night's
party, The Blue
Redo, as a chance
to renew their
wedding
vows,
since
neither
remembered much
from the night
before.
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LOVE, SPUNK AND DICK
Jack Love and Jim Spunk are pleased to announce that their part-time sexual
surrogate, Bob Dick, has joined their hallowed union. The couple met their new
addition last year when they hired Dick from an escort service while vacationing in
Las Vegas. Love and Spunk noticed how much variety Dick brought to their sagging
relationship, so they asked him to join them permanently a few months later. Dick
expressed his desire for Love and Spunk on Saturday, June 7th in a public ceremony
held at the base of Snow White's Castle at Walt Disney World in Orlando, FL. To
commemorate Gay Days at the Disney theme park, the trio wore matching white
shorts and red polo shirts from Tommy Bahama. Witnesses included Chip and Dale
(Disney's only out gay duo) and several curious retirees from Des Moines, Iowa who
were just looking for a cool place to sit down. Love, Spunk and Dick reside in
Houston where Jack is an executive with Texaco and Jim works in student affairs at
Rice University. Until Bob finds work, the other two are still paying for Dick.
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PORN STAR MARRIES FLUFFER
Erotic dancer and video porn star, Dixon Butz, married his long time fluffer, Orel
Lipman, in a small but garish ceremony on July 5th at a spa facility on Ivar Avenue in
Hollywood, California. The couple met on the set of the XXX-rated feature,
Romancing the Bone. Butz had requested a full time fluffer because he was
"straight" and needed constant stimulation to keep him from falling flaccid. Orel's
service was so extraordinary that Dixon demanded him for every video he made after
that, and the two fell secretly in love. Shortly afterwards, Butz was discovered
strapped in a harness during a gang bang party in the Hollywood Hills over Gay
Pride weekend in Los Angeles thus exposing his true sexual identity. Since that
incident, he and Lipman have traveled around the country encouraging confused
and frightened gays and lesbians to come out and accept their sexual orientation.
The couple honeymooned in Provincetown, Massachusetts then returned to their
apartment in Van Nuys, California to begin production on their series of instructional
sex videos for bi-curious men.
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THE TROUBLE WITH TINA
by John R. Ballew, M.S., L.P.C
Crystal meth is part of gay life for large numbers of guys,
especially in the club scene. Studies done by the Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that about 10% of
gay men in large urban areas have used methamphetamine
(a.k.a. crystal, Tina).
One study in San Francisco put the
number of gay men who had used
meth at 40%. Of course, it’s not just
gay men and not just city dwellers
who are attracted to Tina. Meth
labs can be found in small towns
across rural America far from the
Circuit scene.
It’s easy to understand why the drug
is so popular. Tweaking activates
the central nervous system,
producing an intense rush. Guys
who are out with Tina typically feel
great. Shy men are more outgoing.
People struggling with depression
feel their blues go away. And
everyone seems to have the energy
to dance all night – and maybe go
home and clean their condo
afterwards. Methamphetamine
reduces both hunger and fatigue.
Many people use crystal on
occasion with no apparent
problems. Sure, they may feel awful
afterwards, and yeah, they are
breaking the law by buying the
stuff. They may get sketched out
and kind of paranoid. And they
may spend money they don’t have.
OK, so maybe those actually are
problems, but at least there aren’t
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serious long-term consequences.
Others aren’t so lucky.
The sense of power and well-being that
comes from crystal can lead people to
make reckless choices. One of the
more devastating is unprotected sex.
On the West Coast, crystal use has
been associated with dramatic
increases in the rate of HIV
transmission. The sense of being allpowerful makes condoms seem a waste
of time. And even when used, they are
more likely to be used improperly.
Some guys find they have sex almost
like the Energizer bunny, just going and
going and going… even wearing out
condoms in the process.
While crystal turns many men into sex
machines, some guys experience
trouble maintaining an erection –
sometimes called “crystal dick.” That
has led some party animals to use
Viagra to keep it up while they are out
with Tina.
This combination is
potentially fatal for men with hidden
cardiac problems. (Check with your
doctor.) And the combination of
tweaking and a V iagra-enhanced
erection often leads men into trouble.
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Weekend bingeing on Tina can
deplete the brain of serotonin, a
neurotransmitter that regulates
mood. There’s a bit of a lag effect;
it often hits most intensely a day or
two after the binge ends, causing
the phenomenon known as “Suicide
Tuesday.” The high has worn off.
The brain’s chemistry is out of
whack, and the body is exhausted
from the weekend. The effect is
worse for some people than others.
Many men decide the answer is
more Tina. What started out as a
weekend party favor has slipped its
way into the work week. To make
matters worse, they find their
performance at the office is better,
at least at first. They feel more
efficient and more confident. So
they use a little more. Before they
know it, dependency is born.
Becoming dependent on meth is a
mess. The long-term effects are
horrendous for both physical and
mental health. Methamphetamine
injures the immune system and
depletes the body of nutrients,
making people more prone to
illness. Depending on how it’s
used, it can damage the lungs, liver
and kidneys. Snorting (bumping) or
smoking is more dangerous than
popping a pill; booty bumps or
injections are more dangerous still
and can put the user at risk for HIV.
Then there’s the effect on the
psyche. Users become anxious (due
to the stimulant effect on the
nervous system) and depressed
(when the brain becomes depleted
of serotonin). The anxiety can
worsen into isolation and paranoia.
There are ways to avoid these traps
and lessen the potential for harm.
The best, of course, is to avoid
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using methamphetamine altogether.
No one intends to develop a drug
problem; it isn’t always possible to
know who will have trouble and who
won’t.
If you choose to use, set limits. Don’t
spend more than you can afford. Limit
bingeing; give your body recovery
time. Set limits for yourself: no use
during the week, for instance, and not
using every weekend. Notice if there
are times or circumstances when you’re
more likely to overindulge and take a
look at whether that’s your best life
strategy.
Unprotected sex while tweaking should
raise a big red flag. If you find yourself
doing things while using that would be
too dangerous for you to do while
sober, you’ve got a problem. It’s a
matter of respect: your self-respect as
well as respect for the guy you’re
hooking up with.
Unfortunately, setting limits doesn’t
work for everyone. Sure, some men
party without having many problems,
but others get in over their heads
before they know it. A lot of guys
assume that the problem is will power:
know when you’ve had enough, and cut
back if your life is getting out of
control. That’s reasonable advice for
some people, but methamphetamine is
strong stuff and potentially dangerous.
Drug addiction isn’t moral weakness.
For some men, will power isn’t enough
to regain control. If life is really getting
crazy, know when to get help.
John R. Ballew, M.S., is a licensed
professional counselor in private
practice in Atlanta. He specializes in
issues related to coming out, sexuality,
relationships and spirituality. He can be
reached
via
the
web
at
www.bodymindsoul.org.
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TWEAK END
by D. Michael Taylor and Dennis Fleming
It looks like we’re witnessing the birth of a full-fledged movement against
crystal here in New York. Signs have appeared all up and down 8th
Avenue mocking the tweaker lifestyle and advertising boldly, “Huge Sale!
Buy Crystal, Get HIV Free!”
The New York Times picked up the
story and did an expose of the West
Side Club, our own little tweaker’s
paradise. So we got to wondering
what life might be like if such
sentiments caught on in our
community. What will the effects be
if this campaign is successful?
Will we find something to do with all of
that extra butane?
Will some decent restaurants finally
open up in Chelsea/South
Beach/West Hollywood when
everyone gets their appetites back?
Will our sphincters stop being mistaken
for the Holland Tunnel at rush hour?
Will there be a spike in the therapy
community as people start feeling
emotions again?
Will “crack” once again mean the
stuff Whitney does?
Will Junior have to start playing at
night?
W ill we ever find anything in
common with truck drivers and
mobile home dwellers in the
Midwest again?
Will we suddenly find everything in
our apartments?
Will “partying” mean hanging out
with friends, with their clothes on?
Will Viagra become a drug for old
guys again?
Will that scab on our cheek finally
heal?
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Will AOL go out of business?
W ill we stop thinking there are
surveillance cameras hidden in the
ceilings of public bathrooms?
Will we stop sounding like Rosalind
Russell in “The Women”?
Will daylight now be our friend?
Will “it’s not good Tina” only be a line
from the gay cult classic, Mommie
Dearest?
Will we actually have to set aside a day
to clean our apartments?
W ill we actually now have to look
fabulous to feel fabulous?
Will after-hours clubs now go by the way
of disco and Daisy Duke shorts?
Will we no longer need the Army Corp
of Engineers to get an erection?
Will we no longer be able to dance to
music at 178 bpm?
Will our co-workers actually see us in our
offices on Monday morning?
Will there be fewer pigs at the trough?
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BUSTED
by Rahel E. Kent
Whether on the Circuit, at your local club or at a get-together at a friend’s
house, a night of fun that includes drinking and partying can quickly turn
sour when you see those red lights in your rearview mirror.
If you want to prevent the fun from
turning to tragedy, this situation calls
upon your deepest abilities to
maintain and behave in a way to
defuse the situation. Whether it is
drama in a bar and the cops get
called, drama at home and the
neighbors
call,
a
little
“extracurricular activity” in a place
you shouldn’t be, or you’ve chosen
to push the envelope of legality in
some other way, your initial contact
with the police can ultimately mean
the difference between the words
“Guilty” and “Whew! I got away
with another one!”
While costs vary depending on what
state you’re in, it is likely that a first
time DUI will cost you lots of
personal time, at least $2000 in fines
and DUI school, as well as your
driver’s license. In DUI school, you’ll
learn to sleep with your eyes open
and generally be miserable. And
finally, you’ll have to pay a lawyer or
else spend at least one full day
sitting in court, mostly in boredom
and bewilderment.
If you are stopped by the cops, here
are some tips to follow that may
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keep you both out of jail and out of your
lawyer’s office:
Be polite!
Many people screw themselves by being
rude, copping attitude or trying to be
funny. Remember that the police are
probably used to dealing with characters
much more shady than you. By simply
presenting yourself as an upstanding
citizen, you may gain their sympathy and
thus get a break.
Give all identification information that is
requested of you.
Don’t admit anything!
Do not tell them you’ve had a few
drinks, do not tell them you’re coming
from a party or bar, don’t say that you
had sex in the car – admit nothing. If
asked, do submit to a breathalyzer test.
You’ll be in deeper trouble if you don’t.
Do not give blood or urine if you’ve had
any drugs in your system in the past 72
hours.
You are not required to take such a test
under any circumstances. However, if
you are sure that you’re clean, then go
ahead - piss away. This test will give a
far more accurate reading of the alcohol
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levels in your
breathalyzer test.
body
than
a
Tell your friends to shut up!
The driver should be the only person
who says anything to the cops. The
less they say, the better off everyone
will be.
You should also remember that the
police are under no duty to tell you
the truth while questioning you.
Many
people
have
the
misconception that if you ask an
undercover cop if he’s a cop, he has
to tell you – this is not true! They
have no duty at all to tell you the
truth.
If you are stopped and questioned
by police, whether on foot or in a
vehicle, beware that there are
several tricks that cops will use to try
to get you to admit to a crime:
Do not sign! Sign only a promise to
appear in court that does not admit
guilt.
While I’m not encouraging you to break
the law, many of us will do something at
one time or another of which we’re not
particularly proud. Some of us are just
in the wrong place at the wrong time.
And sadly, some of us fit “profiles”
which are more likely to draw the
attention of police. Often, it is your
attitude and behavior in the initial
contact with police that will determine
whether or not you are arrested.
Remember how a fish gets caught – he
opens his mouth.
Rahel Kent has been practicing law in
California for almost 15 years. She
caters mostly to the gay community and
specializes in criminal defense and
contract law and will happily refer you to
an honest lawyer in other fields. She
can be reached at (323) 874-9658.
They’ll tell you that if you admit to it,
they’ll go easy on you. Don’t believe
this - they’re lying! Allow your
lawyer to make these kinds of deals
for you later as they are more likely
to have better bargaining power.
They’ll tell you that they already
know you did it, so you might as well
admit to it – again they’re lying! An
admission from you will allow them
to begin proceedings that they
might not otherwise undertake.
They’ll separate you from your
friends and tell you that one of your
friends said you did it. In this case,
you should simply and calmly say
that it isn’t true.
They’ll ask you to sign a statement.
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GET MAD, GET VERY MAD
by C. Michael Safdiah
I got up this morning to see if, in my “delicate condition,” I could shovel
some more blizzard snow from my front door. I did quite a lot before my
shovel, not I, gave out. New York City sidewalks had worn the old blade
down.
I laugh out loud with gratitude when
I remember I’ve got CDC-defined
AIDS and that I can still do shit like
that. I stop feeling sorry for myself. I
wonder about others, and count my
blessings.
I’ve just spent weeks watching the
Senate filibusters on the “Kill
Medicare” bill. I’m angry, and I’m
afraid. I fear what the Republicans,
robber barons, people who only give
a shit about making more money are doing to world trade and to our
planet. Piece by calculated piece,
bit by painful bit, they are
implementing their plans - the planet
and our ecology be damned. What?
You don’t fear the Republicans? You
should.
There was a TV show about the
demonstrators who were protesting
the World Trade Conference. What I
saw made me so very sad. These
humans,
exercising
their
constitutional rights, were being
attacked by police who wore masks
and shields. The police had no real
identities. The face of hate will
always be anonymous. Lynch mobs
still wear hoods and kill. A chilling
thought.
Meanwhile the real players were
inside, protected from the protests,
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shielded from the reality of their actions.
It’s a giant game of chess: lose a piece
here or there, but in the end the players
live on and keep on with their robbing,
cocktail-studded conventions, and
rapacious behavior. As to the mobs in
the street – well, just keep them out of
sight. I remember the many times I
marched on D.C. to let a congressman
or a president know what I felt, only to
realize he or they were nowhere in sight
or earshot of our screams for help. It
was such a demoralizing experience,
and yet uplifting too. It let me know we
do have a voice and that there were so
many of us who felt strongly about a
war, or AIDS, or civil rights. History
teaches that the wisdom of people who
are willing to march will eventually
prevail.
As gay men, our very lives are under
attack. The moral perjurers have openly
decided to attack gays as being the
spawn of the antichrist. Their movement
is growing and is frighteningly wellfunded. Their agenda is to reverse all
the rights we have so far been afforded.
You think the rights we’ve earned are
permanent? Guess again.
Author David Nimmons in his book “The
Soul Beneath the Skin” made the case
that we (gays) are the best examples of
the human race nature ever created.
We’re more noble, more nurturing, and
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take better care of each other and of
the planet than everyone else.
While I’m glad to be lumped in with
the good guy group he’s created,
David has it only half right. We’ve
taken what gains we’ve made for
granted. W ith nobility comes
responsibility, and we as a people
are being remarkable at being not
responsible. I’m no one to point
fingers, my pot being as black as the
kettle. But maybe I can piss you off
just enough to get you to act: to
vote the mothers out of office.
The incredibly accurate portrayal of
Roy M. Cohn by Al Pacino in “Angels
in America” reminded me how clear
and close the danger is. For the
people in power, it is easy to pack
the courts and thus stop laws
wherever and whenever they like. I
knew Cohn in my early days in the
late 70s/early 80s. His summation of
homosexuals was “men who in
fifteen years of trying cannot get a
pissant anti-discrimination bill
through City Council. Homosexuals
are men who know nobody and who
nobody knows.” He understood
power. He knew we didn’t use the
power we have. He knew we didn’t
give a crap. He was disgusted by us
because we never used the power
we could have had. He told me this
himself. He spoke with me – a
nobody – as though I meant
something. That was his charm.
When I saw Pacino, it was Roy
sending me yet another message this time from the grave.
gardens, but unless we mobilize, and
act, we’re screwed. We need to
become more than just their bad
dreams - we need to become a reality.
Unless gays start to vote I’m afraid for
the state of the entire world. We may
well be the answer nature has created to
balance out the losses the world is
suffering, but all we seem to want to do
is drugs, dance, fuck and fuck some
more. What we really need to do is to
get off our lazy asses and vote on
Election Day. Become a voice that is
heard. If only we placed as much
thought into whom we allow to run our
government as we do on our ensembles
for the White Party. Throw an Election
Day party, get bumper stickers, wear tee
shirts - we do tee shirts very well, dears and encourage your friends to vote.
Please.
I so closely relate to beautiful Justin
Kirk’s character in Angels. We’re both
survivors, you see. And he so perfectly
conveyed the rage and confusion, and
finally the resolve of a man who has
decided to fight, and not to give in.
Prior came as close to his end as any
one I’ve known and who still bounced
back. From personal experience, I know
how that feels. I was a surprise to my
doctors, too. I can’t find better words to
close than to simply quote the last
words of the film, of playwright Tony
Kushner, and of Prior Walter.
This disease will be the end of many of
us, but not nearly all,
and the dead will be commemorated
and we’ll struggle on with the living,
and we are not going away.
We won’t die secret deaths anymore.
The world only spins forward.
We will be citizens.
The time has come.
Bye now.
You are fabulous creatures, each and
every one.
And I bless you: More Life.
The Great Work Begins.
The game ain’t over yet. We have
only those rights which are
guaranteed to us by the laws and
those laws are every single day
being challenged by the powers who
believe there should be no
separation between church and the
state. We can laugh all we like, as
they did in Berlin while Hitler was
screaming his rhetoric in beer
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BENEFIT SPOTLIGHT
by Steve Kammon
photos courtesy of
Odyssey Magazine, Hawaii
The first Maui AIDS Foundation dance party fundraiser was held in 1985 at
the now defunct Hamburger Mary’s in Lahaina. It was considered a
success, drawing a huge local crowd of about 40 people and raising eight
hundred dollars.
For a small island like Maui, and at
such an early point in the epidemic,
it truly was a success. A tradition
was born.
Each successive year there would be
a benefit dance party to help fund
the foundation and its programs.
Each year the event would take on a
different name, such as “March
Forth” (when the event was held on
March 4th) or the “Red, White and
Blue Party”
another
year. Only
last
year
was
this
grand old
e v e n t
christened
with
the
m o r e
permanent
name, the
“ L a v a
D a n c e
Party”.
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The Maui dance fundraiser came to be
known as one of the biggest and best
dance parties of the year on Maui,
attracting a very diverse crowd of visitors
and residents both gay and straight.
Because of its extensive outreach and
support programs, the Maui AIDS
Foundation has earned the respect of
Maui’s gay community. In return, the
locals have always turned out in big
numbers for the agency’s fundraisers,
especially the annual dance-a-thon.
One of the
m a j o r
highlights of
the Maui dance
party’s history
happened
about ten years
ago with a
surprise visit by
Elton
John,
who frequents
Maui when on
holiday.
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The Volcano party didn’t come into
existence until more than fifteen
years after the original Maui
fundraiser. The year was 2001, and
after surviving several years of
government funding cuts, new and
very severe cuts were being initiated
by the Bush administration. The very
existence of some important
programs, like the case management
program that was using culturallysensitive methods for reaching the
native Hawaiian population, were
now in jeopardy.
Jonathon Berliner, Executive Director
of the foundation, lear ned that
Atlantis Events was doing their first
Hawaiian Islands cruise, beginning
and ending in Honolulu. With the
promise of this influx of gay tourists,
he took the risk of taking his small
benefit dance party to the big time.
His idea was to grow his little dance
party and put it on the Circuit map.
Paradise Ride – from the Hawaii Tourism
Authority (HTA). The HTA is the lead
tourism policy branch of the state’s
government. Through this project, the
foundation had not only built many
important relationships with the HTA
and tourism providers, but they had also
convinced many of the decision makers
about the lucrative nature of the gay
travel market.
The foundation now embarked on their
drive to get government funds to create
their new event – the Volcano Party
Festival. They presented a model of
gay-friendly dance celebrations that
raise funds for community organizations.
They showed that in places like
Montreal, Miami, and Sydney, these
events have grown to become among
the largest tourism earners of the year.
Their hard work at putting together a
well thought out proposal led to the
awarding of a $50,000 grant from the
HTA through its Major Festivals Program
– and this was what made the first
The first Volcano party was planned
to coincide with the Atlantis cruise.
Though Atlantis was never a cosponsor of the event, they did agree
to include a promo piece on the
party with their cruise events
promotions. The synchronicity
feeling that these extra 2200 visitors
brought was short lived as the team
realized what a challenge they had
on their hands. Their plan called for
radical growth. They wanted to
grow their little dance party to
several times its previous size. And
making it even more difficult, they
planned to hold the event on a
different island than the one where
they lived and worked.
It was clear from the start that more
funding would be needed to turn
this dream into a reality. The
foundation was fresh off a political
victory, having been awarded a
product development grant for its
gay-friendly bicycle tour – The
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Volcano party possible. This level of
government support for a gay event
was unprecedented. The State of
Hawaii House of Representatives and
State Senate both issued separate
proclamations acknowledging the
Maui AIDS Foundation’s efforts in
producing the Volcano Party as a
new fundraiser and as a new avenue
for bringing in additional tourism
dollars to Hawaii. Additionally,
Hawaii Governor Benjamin Cayetano
wrote a letter of congratulations and
an official welcome to Volcano Party
attendees. Furthermore, the Hawaii
Tourism Authority has committed to
support the Volcano Party Festival
for 2004 through 2006.
Plans for the
first Volcano
Party Festival
quickly took off
with support
from
the
f o u n d a t i o n ’s
staff,
many
volunteers, and
the
local
b u s i n e s s
community, as
well as support
from national
entities such as
United
and
A m e r i c a n
Airlines. The
HTA
grant
allowed the foundation to make the
leap into large scale production –
using well-known DJs, a major laser
light show, and a main event in the
impressive Hawaii Convention
Center located at the gateway to
Waikiki. The first year drew 1500
people and raised more than
$34,000 for the Maui AIDS
Foundation.
That first event was not without
controversy, however.
Mike
Gabbard, Hawaii’s well known
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religious right leader, distributed a tenpage document accusing the HTA of
promoting homosexuality, sexual
promiscuity, and illegal drug use to
members of Hawaii’s governing bodies.
He also showed up at the main event
with a group of 25-30 of his followers, all
with protest signs in their hands,
attempting to intimidate the arriving
Volcano Party goers.
Then, to
everyone’s surprise, an even larger
contingent of counter-protestors
showed up. The Hawaii chapter of
Parents and Friends of Lesbians and
Gays (PFLAG) arrived and welcomed
each and every Volcano Party attendee.
This touching show of the “aloha” spirit
of the islands was a memorable part of
that first year.
The momentum
of this first event
carried on into
2003. But this
second
year
b r o u g h t
significant new
challenges. The
threat of a war
with Iraq and no
planned Atlantis
cruise
were
factors that made
the team wonder
whether
they
could pull it off a
second year. The
foundation was
deter mined to
prove to the HTA
that they could indeed create a gay
festival in the Islands. They decided to
press ahead, even growing a little by
adding a new outdoor pool party at the
host hotel. This was the first time the
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort ever
hosted a so-called gay event. The
hotel’s management was so impressed
with the crowd that Volcano was invited
back again this year. The pool party was
an important addition, taking advantage
of the gorgeous Hawaiian climate and
providing a place where people could
socialize in a relaxed environment.
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Volcano has always enjoyed
tremendous grassroots support both
on the Islands and abroad. “DJ
Brett Henrichsen really came through
for Maui AIDS
Foundation and
the
Volcano
Party Festival II
last
year,”
stated Jonathon
Berliner. “If it
weren’t
for
Brett’s support
and donation of
varied services,
Volcano Party II
would not have
been
the
success it was.”
This would also
be the year that the small Maui
community dance party was linked
with the larger Volcano Party. The
grand finale event was held at the
Grand Waikapu Golf Course Country
Club House. Frank Lloyd Wright
designed this house for Marilyn
Monroe, so it is better known on
Maui as the “Marilyn Monroe
house”. This site features amazing
views across the valley isle to
Haleakala Volcano – the “House of
the Sun.” DJ/Producer Julian Marsh
spun here in his debut Maui
perfor mance. This event was
uplifting and a great musical finale
that built on the mana – life-force
energy – of the Islands.
After all the positive feedback on last
year’s pool party, it was decided that
the main event should be outdoors –
to use one of Volcano’s biggest
assets – the gorgeous weather of the
Hawaiian Islands. So for 2004,
Volcano Party’s signature main event
will be held outdoors under the
evening stars at the Hawaiian Waters
Adventure Park. It will once again
coincide with Atlantis Event’s cruise
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aboard Norwegian’s luxury liner Star.
Masterbeat’s DJ Brett Henrichsen spins
the main event with a special
performance by Kristine W. Other
events include
the
Friday
A l o h a
Welcome Party
at Hula’s Bar &
Lei Stand with
a big Friday
night party at
the
new
Volcanoes
Nightclub with
DJ Hex Hector.
The Saturday
night
afterhours event will
feature
DJ
Paulo and the
Sunday night T-dance features DJ Barry
Harris.
The most important thing to note about
Volcano Party is that 100% of the profits
benefit the Maui AIDS Foundation. The
foundation provides comprehensive
HIV/AIDS prevention and care services
across the three islands of Maui County
which include Maui, Molokai and Lanai,
and works collaboratively to reduce the
impact of the AIDS epidemic
throughout Hawaii.
The Volcano party is a part of a new
trend in Circuit party dance benefits. It
is a party at a “destination” where your
trip can incorporate something more
than just a party. With their tremendous
dedication and their warm spirit of
“aloha”, you can be sure that the guys
from Maui will grow this event into the
kind of event that both feeds the soul of
the attendees and provides valuable
funding for a worthy cause.
To purchase tickets or get more
information about the Volcano Party
festival, visit www.volcanoparty.com.
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Photographer: Scott Goetz
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Miami White
Party@Vizcaya
CIRCUIT TRIBES:
THE EVOLUTION OF TRIBALISM
by Steve Kleine
Critics of our dance floor culture will tell you that the friendships we make
on the dance floor are shallow and meaningless. Certainly, one does
make many, many more dance floor acquaintances than true friends when
traveling the Circuit, but many of us have experienced the joy of
becoming a part of a gang of dance floor buddies whose love and support
has sustained us both on the dance floor and beyond.
Many of us have called these gangs
a “tribe”. Part of the reason for this
comes about because our tribes
generally form by dancing together
– a tradition with much history. But
are we really justified in using this
ter m to describe our extended
dance floor gangs?
I found this definition of a tribe:
A unit of sociopolitical
organization consisting of a
number of families, clans, or
other groups that share a
common ancestry and culture
and among whom leadership is
typically neither formalized nor
permanent.
“consisting of a number of families,
clans, or other groups that share a
common ancestry and culture”
Let’s take a look at each of these
aspects to see if we really do qualify:
“sociopolitical organization”
The Circuit was for med, among
other reasons, to give gay men (and
women) a safe place to gather and
to celebrate. There is no doubt that
the Circuit is a social scene. The
main draw for most attendees is to
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join a celebration where they can
explore their gay identity. The Circuit
was formed as a protest as well as a
fundraising vehicle to combat HIV/AIDS
in a time when the government was
ignoring the plague. Presently, the
Circuit has lost a little of its political
edge, especially since the Circuit “feel”
has been mimicked in weekly clubs.
However, there are still many events that
raise money for vital gay causes. Many
of the gay culture’s social and political
needs are still funded by the Circuit.
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It is obvious that the Circuit has created
a common culture, and tribes tend to
create even more specialized styles of
dressing, communication, traditions,
rituals, diet, and approved and
disapproved behaviors. We have
created our ancestry through
generations that span only a few years.
Those of us that have been on the
Circuit for ten years or more can point to
a line of people we have introduced to
this magic world, who in turn have
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introduced others. I am proud that I
am a Circuit great-granddad! Like
most social groups, tribes have a
core (central family unit) and then a
few outer layers of members
(extended family). While these outer
layers are still part of the tribe, they
are not as close as the core
members. A difference from a
traditional tribe is the fact that many
Circuit boys are members of more
than one tribe. This overlap brings
together different clans that can
create a larger and more loosely
organized tribe.
“leadership is typically neither
formalized nor permanent”
Perhaps the most positive thing
about Circuit tribes is that there is no
one leader. However, there are
certainly members who influence the
direction of the group. These are
the members who get on the phone
or the Internet first and say “We just
have to go to the Black Party this
year!” or “I have this great idea for a
group costume for the White Party!”
Enthusiasm tends to drive this kind
of leadership and as one attends
more and more parties, that
enthusiasm may wane. It is at this
point that the newer members of the
tribe start giving direction. “I know
you’ve done the Black Party ten
times and that seeing sex acts with
snakes and midgets just does not do
it for you anymore, but we’ll all be
together and Susan will be
spinning!”
Speaking of DJs, I’ve seen many
tribes form around the admiration
for a certain DJ or a certain style of
music. Susan Moribito has a large
“cult” following with tribes that give
her an almost deity-like status. In
fact, when asking if someone is a fan
of Susan’s, the question is normally
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phrased with religious undertones: “Do
you pray at the church of Moribito?”
Junior Vasquez arguably has the biggest
following. Some of his disciples actually
write entire set lists on their PDAs and
then post them to the Internet for other
disciples to enjoy, moments after the
party has ended.
My first tribe was formed around the
music of Neil Lewis at Pleasuredome
and Magnitude in San Francisco. To this
day, we still go to Magnitude, even if
Neil is not spinning, because it is part of
our history. A Los Angeles tribe that I
recently joined formed around DJ Mike
Duretto during the Probe days. I was
not present then, but I have picked up
the fever, traveling to hear him spin
whenever I get a chance.
Being in many tribes gives one a secure
feeling. One can attend pretty much
any event across the country and be
assured that there will be a few tribal
members in attendance. Traveling with
just a small group of friends on a recent
Atlantis Cruise, I had found half a dozen
tribal members by the end of my first
night on the ship.
Caring for tribal members is an
important aspect of Circuit tribes.
Personal barriers can be broken down at
an event, and that can lead to risky
behavior. A tribe provides vital
information on how to reduce these risks
as well as a safety net if something goes
wrong. Some tribes have rules for
behavior and consequences for breaking
those rules. For example, some tribes
will not tolerate the use of certain
intoxicants (you can guess which ones
are most frequently banned). However,
the care goes beyond the party itself.
Help with work, relationships, and other
life matters are a natural part of tribal
membership. There are many times that
I’ve seen a tribe issue the wake up call
that prevented someone from
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destroying their life when that
person started playing too hard.
Indeed, it seems that Circuit tribes
can justify calling themselves a
“tribe”. However, Circuit tribes are
also unique in that they exhibit many
of the positive aspects of human
tribes without acquiring some of the
negative traits.
For instance, Circuit tribes never war
against each other. What would we
use for weapons? Glow sticks, flags,
and packs of gum? Would we
pound water bottles into our fists as
a “call to arms”? In fact, when tribes
are brought together, they are more
likely to merge than create drama. If
tribes are standoffish or pretentious,
they normally don’t last long. That
kind of tribe is too insular - as
members leave, there are no newer
ones to replace the for mer
members. Excessive attitude acts as
a repellant to new members. The
fun of a tribe is about creating an
accepting space where you feel freer
to be yourself rather than a place
where personal spirit is squashed.
Circuit tribes are not based on
controlling behavior or abuse of
power. A person that tries to control
the group is more likely to be left on
his own than to be obeyed. In the
healthiest Circuit tribes, each
member is not only allowed to
express their true selves, they are
expected to contribute to the tribe
with their unique personality and
talents. Sure, choices such as
clothing, music, or which parties to
attend are heavily influenced by the
tribe, but many other choices are up
to the individual. Some members
like to wander around the floor and
look for new experiences; some like
to stay put and guard the tribe’s
“real estate”. Some like to talk
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about what is going on around them;
others stay quiet, absorbing all the
marvelous stimuli. For some, looking for
sex is high on the list of priorities while
others are at a party for the music and
their friends. Some go completely
sober while others party hard. In
general, there is much more freedom of
expression within a Circuit tribe than is
found in most other moder n peer
groups.
I am lucky to be the member of a few
tribes. My “mother tribe”, if you will, is
the JOY!Tribe. The JOY!Tribe was
for med years ago when I was at a
fundraiser for a gay softball team. They
had a DJ and a dance floor, but no one
was dancing. It was one of those
moments when the music was so good
you really wanted to dance, but
hesitated since there was no one on the
floor. When the DJ started to mix in
snippets of “Unspeakable Joy”, I lost
control and got up to dance. At the
same time, soon-to-be JOY!Tribe cofounder Santos did the same thing. A
friendship was for med. When my
friends and his friends got together the
first time, everything clicked. When we
started hanging out, we named our tribe
for the song that brought us together.
That was five years ago and the tribe is
still going strong with over twenty core
members.
We are fortunate that our Circuit culture
mimics a human behavior that has
existed since the dawn of time, for tribes
have always provided a place where we
humans find much needed support.
Many critics of the Circuit seem to think
that friendships formed on the dance
floor are not as strong as ones formed
during the course of normal life. We
know that the opposite can also be true.
Circuit friendships span the range of the
superficial to deep connections steeped
in tribal traditions, fortified by shared
journeys and experiences.
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THE EARS HAVE IT
…you never know who’s listening!
"My English is not very good."
"That's OK. I only speak six words of
French. And that's counting
'ménage a trois' as three."
"There's no such thing as a straight
man in the steam room."
"Yeah, I call them heteroflexibles."
at the Parrot Jungle Party:
"Well I didn't see any
parrots, but I did see a
cock-or-two."
"You see how much happier I
am when I'm sober?"
"Yeah, that's the difference
between you and me."
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"Did you see that?"
"Yeah, I saw it out of the
corner of my crotch."
Noize
"I don't want to marry you.
I just want to get naked and
rub the places you can't
reach."
"So, you really hated the
music, huh?"
"Hate is too strong of a word.
'Loathe with all of my being,'
would be more accurate."
"There's a fine line
between fierce and
tragic... and you have
drawn it."
"Always shoot for the
top!"
"Especially when you're
a bottom!"
"This music sucks,
this crowd is ugly and I hate this space!"
"Hon, read your ticket. This is section E.
You belong over there in section T."
"Oh, I thought so - way too many
fucking smiles over here."
"Damn, that boy could
really eat some good ass!"
"Really? Major boodie
lingus, huh?"
"I would stick my
tongue so far up his
ass he'd feel like we
were French kissing."
"Don't push me,
bitch - I'm just one
crackle and snap
away from pop!"
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In some cities the winter never arrived at all while in other cities it arrived
with such fury that the residents thought they had moved to Antarctica.
For most of the Northeast and Mid-West, spring may not be sprung until
summer. In the meantime, there are plenty of warmer destinations to head
to in the South and West.
While January through May is a time for getting a jump on the year by
keeping your head in your work, there are a few prime events that allow for
weekend getaways, or an all out blowout. While you finish up your spring
skiing, consider Miami Beach, Palm Springs, Rio in Brazil and even
Washington DC.
Springtime and Cherry Blossoms will coincide for Cherry 9 in DC. If you
want a beach city, consider Miami for Winter Party and enjoy one of the
best beach events there is. Head to Palm Springs if you’re in the mood for
sunning by the pool and dancing all night long. If you fancy something
more exotic head to Rio in Brazil for Carnival - which is where Circuit Noize
and our travel group will be for the largest parade and party event in the
world. Look for photos, reviews, and the plans for 2005 in our next issue.
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January 31 - February 9, 2004
ALTITUDE TWELVE - Whistler Resort / Vancouver, Canada
Over 4,000 skiers and snowboarders from around the world hit the slopes, the
dance floors and the hot tubs for North America's number one winter festival.
Whether you come for the skiing, snowboarding or all-night dance parties there is
something for everyone. It all begins in beautiful Vancouver with an over-the-top
fashion show and the Avalanche kick-off party. Once in Whistler, it's non-stop fun
with more than 24 events and activities including a cowboy night, a uniform party, a
mountaintop tea dance, the high-energy Snow Ball, the Meltdown and Recovery
parties. An all-star DJ line-up including Roland Belmares, Victor Calderone, Alex
Lauerstein, Tony Moran and more. Whistler Resort was recently awarded the honor
of hosting the 2010 Winter Olympics.
Info: www.outontheslopes.com
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February 5 - 15, 2004
FIREBALL WEEKEND - Chicago, Illinois
Don't let the calendar fool you, Chicago is hot this time of year! The Fireball
Festival is a terrific example of a community coming together (perhaps they're just
driven to stay warm?) DJ Tracy Young is definitely on fire and this year her
smoldering sexy sounds surround the Fireball main event at the Aragon Ballroom.
On Saturday, the musical magic of Abel and Ralphi Rosario (Rosabel) are back
again, complete with 50-ton cranes at the Finkl Steel Mill. Temperatures are rising
on Sunday because these girls are playing with Fire. Together for the first time are
the sizzling superstars Kimberly S and Lydia Prim, and later that evening Susan
Morabito shatters the thermostat with her sexy, steamy closing party. The Fireball
Festival is a whole week of events starting with the Hearts Gala Reception and
ending with the most incredible Fireball dance events. The Hearts Foundation
exists to support the efforts of service agencies that promote the health and well
being of the Chicago LGBT community.
Info: www.thefireball.com
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February 12 - 15, 2004
RED PARTY WEEKEND - Montreal, Canada
Let the color red seduce you to join a heart-pounding weekend of the BBCM's
best. Although Montreal is a vibrant city all year long, Red Party Weekend turns
the volume up with pulsating productions and international DJs. If you love DJ
Paulo, then this year's main event is for you. Featuring DJ Norm Robert, The Red
Party will keep your heart racing all night long. At the Fever Party, which returns to
Club Stereo, there's a hot French Canadian boy ready to raise your temperature.
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The sweaty sounds of DJ Charles Poulin and Alex Lauterstein fill the night. This
spectacular feverish feast combines all the global allure of Canada's best with the
warm, welcoming atmosphere so characteristic of this wonderful city. The events of
the Red Weekend benefit the BBCM Foundation, a non-profit organization which
organizes several annual events and distributes donations to direct AIDS care
groups and to gay community organizations.
Info: www.bbcm.org
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February 13 - 15, 2004
SAINT AT LARGE WHITE PARTY - New York City, New York
You are cordially invited once again to experience all that The Saint has to offer.
The Circuit's longest running and most celebrated franchise returns for a night in
white. Superstar DJ talent and an unequalled energy wake up New York for this
extended-hours party. This weekend the city has plenty of parties to pick from.
Celebrate President's Weekend at Splash Bar with the annual Snowball party. It
always brings out the beefy New York boys looking for some sexy winter activity.
Opening DJ Kevin Frank will begin thawing out the dance floor, and DJ Max
Rodriguez promises to keep the Fahrenheit rising. Also on Sunday night, Crobar New York's newest premier upscale dance and show club welcomes Ric Sena's
man-magnet - Alegria. There's a new twist on an old tradition and Alegria is
turning up its own volume on this President's Day Weekend with mind-blowing
music, hotter men and incredible production - all in their spectacular new home.
Dance all night long as DJ Tony Moran spins one for the record books at the new
home of the legendary Alegria - Crobar New York.
Info: www.saintatlarge.com / www.alegriaevents.com / www.splashbar.com
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February 18 - 24, 2004
CARNIVAL - Rio de Janiero, Brazil
Brazil has long been the home to the largest celebration in the world - Carnival.
Millions watch the parade of outrageous floats and costumes that would make any
drag-queen jealous. Through the years a large contingent of gay events have also
evolved during the week's festivities. Renowned X-Demente promoter Fabio
Demente hosts two big events during this week: Saturday the 21st with Tony Moran
at Fundição Progresso, and Tuesday the 24th with Brett Henrichsen at Marina da
Gloria. (See page 104 in this issue for a DJ profile on Tony Moran). On Monday
the 23rd, Steven Gomez & Orlando Capaluto present Scandal with Abel at Asa
Branca. This year, Circuit Noize presents its first group trip to Rio for Carnival 2004,
which is highlighted by a once in a lifetime opportunity to actually be a costumed
participant in the famous Carnival parade. This group is sold out for 2004, but
watch for more information and plans for 2005 in the upcoming May issue of
Circuit Noize.
Info: www.ipanema.com / www.xdemente.com / www.stevengomezproductions.com
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February 19 - 24, 2004
MARDI GRAS WEEKEND - New Orleans, Louisiana
Still one of New Orleans' most fun weeks, Mardi Gras still reigns supreme as the
biggest free show on earth - with more than 50 parades, hundreds of floats, and
thousands of hot boys all around the city. The Bourbon Pub / Parade continues to
be one of the cool spots for gay entertainment with its 21st century HDTV format
video bar, state-of-the-art laser light show and the best assortment of dancing meat
on the bartops. This weekend features some of the nation's best Circuit DJs
including Lydia Prim, Max Rodriguez, Kimberly S., Rick Mitchell, Darren Thomas
and Jayskee. The music and fun never stop and you'll want to be on the balcony
every day to see the happenings on Bourbon Street. You'll certainly get an eyeful!
Throughout the weekend, Oz will feature beautiful male dancers on the bartop and
award-winning DJs from around the country.
Info: www.gaymardigras.net / www.bourbonpub.com / www.ozneworleans.com
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March 1 - 6, 2004
MARDI GRAS FESTIVAL - Sydney, Australia
February is summertime in Sydney and the whole month is a celebration of gay
culture that includes a wide range of events in theatre, performance, music,
comedy, dance, sport and the visual arts. These events all lead up to the most
joyous event on the gay Australian calendar. On Saturday March 6th a crowd of
600,000 lines the Golden Mile of Oxford Street cheering drag queens, dykes on
bikes, leather bears, buff boys and gay parents with their kids. This is the night of
nights when we take over the city and celebrate the diversity of gay, lesbian
transgender and bisexual life and culture. Cheeky, noisy and colorful this parade
only gets sexier with age! After the parade join 25,000 celebrants for the largest
dance party in the world. With the best in lighting, music, design and sound, the
Mardi Gras Party is one of the world’s most phenomenal dance experiences. Big,
spectacular, raunchy and always memorable this dance party is sure to be an
unforgettable experience.
Info: www.mardigras.org.au
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March 5 - 7, 2004
VOLCANO PARTY FESTIVAL - Honolulu, Hawaii
Excitement continues to build for the biggest dance party weekend ever to be held
in the Hawaiian Islands. The Volcano Party III will explode at the Hawaiian
Adventures Water Park. This wild and wet playground transforms into an exclusive
private party for our Volcano guests. With DJ Brett Henrichsen of Masterbeat
spinning under the evening stars, Scotty K, Kristine W. and eruptions of fun all
night long. This party paradise weekend also features DJ Hex Hector, Paulo, and
Barry Harris, so embrace the fire and enjoy the glow. Your support will help Maui
AIDS Foundation continue to realize their mission, providing much needed services
to individuals and families living with HIV and AIDS, important HIV prevention
services, and advocacy. See the Benefit Spotlight article on page 48 in this issue.
Info: www.volcanoparty.com
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March 7 - 14, 2004
ATLANTIS HAWAIIAN ISLANDS CRUISE - Hawaiian Islands
Join Atlantis Events in the largest all-gay cruise to ever sail, aboard our favorite
ship. Atlantis charters the 2,200-passenger Norwegian Star for the weeklong
Hawaiian Island cruise. Check out the fabulous Hawaiian Islands, tour some of the
world's best beaches, and even visit Fanning Island - in the republic of Kiribati! On
board you will have plenty of options for fun and excitement - tea dances, theme
parties, and daily gathering will be catered to the all-gay clientele and feature wellknown DJs. Gay celebrities will host pool games, perform in the three-story
theater, and mingle with quest. Atlantis' first Hawaiian cruise sold out in record
time. Don't miss out!
Info: www.atlantisevents.com / 800-6-ATLANTIS.
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March 7 - 14, 2004
WINTERFEST 2004 - Lake Tahoe, Nevada
It's a run on fresh powder, majestic mountains, breathtaking views, and dazzling
casino action. This is pure exhilaration! Join hundreds of skiers and boarders from
around the country and around the world enjoying Lake Tahoe's hospitality and
beauty. Stay where the action is at the Horizon Casino Resort. Hot casino action
teamed with the beauty of Lake Tahoe will make Lake Tahoe WinterFest 2004 one
hot winter party!
Info: www.laketahoewinterfest.com
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March 4 - 8, 2004
FUN UNDER THE SUN - Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Enjoy incredible nightlife, meet new friends, and enjoy the beaches and sporting
activities as well as an incredible Sunday nighttime beach party with DJ Roland
Belmares and Robbie Leslie. Think of it as a warm up prelude to next week's
Winter Party in Miami Beach - a seven-day celebration of Greater Fort Lauderdale's
unique and diverse culture. Enjoy a spectacular Saturday pool party lounging,
playing, and dancing just steps from the tropical waters of Fort Lauderdale beach
with DJ Phil B. Later, DJ Chad Jack shakes the late night at Coliseum. On Sunday,
a late night party at Voodoo Lounge features DJ Monty Q. All of the net proceeds
of Fun Under The Sun will go to support leading charitable organizations serving
Greater Fort Lauderdale's gay community.
Info: www.fununderthesun.org
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March 11 - 15, 2004
WINTER PARTY - Miami Beach, Florida
Leave behind March's slush and snow and take off to Miami Beach's sun-drenched
shores and pulsating nightlife. Winter Party 2004 is the ultimate in sun and fun.
There will be non-stop play at some of the hottest nightclubs and most popular
hotels in Miami Beach. And let's not forget what all that sun and sand does for the
soul after being deprived during a long, cold winter! Winter Party 2004 promises
to be anything but an ordinary day at the beach. The week kicks off on Thursday
with the DJ Showcase at Opium Gardens. Space is the place Friday with DJ Tracy
Young. Saturday morning, DJ Susan Morabito wakes you for a Revelation at
Crobar. DJ Lydia Prim is poolside later that Saturday at the Surfcomber. Get lost in
Manny's Maze later on Saturday night as DJ Lehman reminds you what Winter
Party Weekend is all about. Sunday, DJ Tony Moran spins the seaside signature
party right on the beach. A Sunday T-dance at Score features Alyson Calagna.
Those beats are as deep and dark as your new tan at Crobar later Sunday night as
DJ/Producer Victor Calderone beckons all to the dance floor. And for those who
remember and want to experience the pleasure that was Paragon, DJ Abel and
Alyson Calagna make Space for your musical memories at Miami's premiere party
palace - Space. The party at Space starts Sunday night and doesn't stop until
Monday afternoon. Monday night, DJ Adien is at Maze for the Closing Party.
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Where else but on Miami Beach can you have the sun on your back and thousands
of sexy hard bodies dancing all around you? Winter Party Week benefits the Gay
and Lesbian Foundation of South Florida.
Info: www.winterparty.com
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March 18 - 21, 2004
THE SAINT AT LARGE BLACK PARTY - New York City, New York
The hottest of the hot turn out for this renowned party. Black leather, uniforms,
and a touch of bondage doesn't come close to describing these manly hours of
darkness. Unleash your fetish for a wildly wicked night to the pulsating sounds of
the finest DJ/Producers. Want to take a bigger bite out of the apple? SBNY pays
tribute to the sexiest party of the year with sinful celebrations each night of Black
Party weekend. Expect to see the hottest porn stars in exclusive LIVE
performances at Splash Bar with music by some of NY's best DJs - and don't forget
SBNY has the hottest bartenders New York has to offer! For maximum intenseness,
you have to go Xtreme! Extend far beyond the norm and leave your inhibitions
behind Sunday night at Crobar. Ric Sena's legendary Alegria party has always been
"mucho macho" - however, this year, DJ Abel tests your testosterone with the
fourth edition of Xtreme. The sexiest are in town this weekend and ready to play
all night long.
Info: www.thesaintatlarge.com /www.alegriaevents.com / www.splashbar.com
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March 25 - 28, 2004
ELEVATION 2004 - Mammoth Lakes, California
This is the Laguna Beach of snow. We're hitting the slopes and enjoying four days
of après-ski and nighttime events. During the day, the best spring skiing and
snowboarding in North America await you. Mammoth is one of the top-ranked
mountains in the world, and now has a new high-speed Village gondola and the
Village at Mammoth open. We'll be building on last year's successful Elevation 03,
with amazing DJs, a great crowd of fun and friendly people, discounted lodging
and events every day. Masterbeat DJ Brett Henrichsen headlines the Saturday
main event and DJ Scotty K spins the signature après-ski parties. This is one of the
fastest growing gay ski events in the country and will soon be bringing boys from
all over the continent.
Info: www.tomwhitmanpresents.com / www.elevationmammoth.com
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April 8 - 11, 2004
JUNGLE 12 WEEKEND - Houston, Texas
Gather the tribe! The gods have been summoned to Houston on Easter Weekend
2004 as Bayou City Boys Club presents the 12th edition of its highly acclaimed
Jungle weekend. Superstar DJ/Producer Manny Lehman headlines the Saturday
night main event, produced by BCBC, which returns to the Verizon Wireless
Theater in the heart of downtown Houston's arts and entertainment district. BCBC
is once again teaming with local clubs and promoters to create an entire weekend
of high-energy fun. The festivities begin with an informal meet-and-greet at
Meteor on Thursday night. LA's Mark Tarbox ramps up the energy at Rich's
Houston on Friday night. After the main event with Manny Lehman on Saturday
night, LA's Dawna Montel presides over the Tribal Communion after-hours event at
Boaka Bar/Mercury Room. On Sunday evening, DJ Roland Belmares returns home
to Texas to bring Jungle 12 to a joyous climax during Tribal Lust at South Beach The Nightclub. Ticket proceeds from the main event and a portion of the proceeds
from the rest of the Jungle 12 weekend events are donated to Houston-area HIV
and AIDS service and education providers.
Info: www.junglehouston.com
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April 8 - 12, 2004
WHITE PARTY - Palm Springs, California
White Party wizard Jeffrey Sanker is going to astonish you with a gigantic
celebration for the 15th year of the largest event in the country! Friday night, DJ
Manny Lehman digs deep into his little bag of tricks and pulls out the hottest,
sexiest sounds around. Saturday night, Superstar Producer/DJ Tony Moran makes
his first appearance as archangel of the turntables for White Party XV. His music will
lift you up and take you on a trip to paradise along with 8,000 other beautiful, sexy
angels. Ride the wings of this incredible DJ as he transforms your mind and lifts
your soul into an ethereal realm. DJ Abel prepares you to "Climax" at after-hours.
Sunday, your favorite tea dance is back - Rio style! Kimberly S. spins the sunset
Sunday event with a super-sized sound system that will make you want to samba!
Later, heartthrob hotties DJ Talla and Brett Henrichsen spin the closing party.
Energize yourself with bigger pool parties, extraordinary performances, and
beautiful men from all over the world in the gorgeous desert community of Palm
Springs, California. This weekend will be one you will never forget! If you think
you've been there, done that... think again. White Party XV will revitalize you!
Info: www.jeffreysanker.com
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WHITE PARTY SBNY - New York City, New York
For all those boys who couldn't make it to Palm Springs, Splash Bar New York
offers up its own version of White that could only happen in New York. 50 West
17th Street is crawling with the beefy and brawny, the strapping and the strong on
this white night of excite and delight.
Info: www.splashbar.com
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April 11, 2004
BUNNIES ON THE BAYOU - Houston, Texas
Bunnies on the Bayou, Houston's largest gay party, is celebrating its Silver
Anniversary on Easter Sunday. Starting as a small party, Bunnies has grown steadily
in its 25 years, and now is one of the most eagerly anticipated gay events in
Houston. Described once as the "world's largest cocktail party," thousands of
partygoers spend an Easter afternoon with great music, seeing old friends and
making new friends. 100% of the gate receipts go to local charities. Celebrate
Bunnies on the Bayou's 25 years of parties this Easter. Think Silver!
Info: www.bunnies.org
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April 16 - 18, 2004
RITES OF SPRING - Birmingham, Alabama
From the moment you enter Birmingham's premier Circuit weekend on Friday, you
are greeted with one down-home smile after another. "Rites of Spring" is three
flowering, fun days of primo parties and sexy southern gentlemen. One of the
most amazing venues on the Circuit calendar can be experienced Saturday night at
the historic Sloss Furnace. ROS is a non-profit organization benefiting Birmingham
AIDS Outreach and The University of Alabama Clinic.
Info: www.ritesofspring.org
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April 25 - May 2, 2004
RSVP MEXICAN RIVIERA CRUISE - West Coast Mexican Riviera
With an itinerary that is better than ever, this West Coast Mexican Riviera cruise
sails from San Diego and includes the popular ports of Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan,
and Puerto Vallarta. Aboard the newer, faster Oosterdam, you'll be able to arrive in
Puerto Vallarta in the evening for a great night on the town and continue your stay
until the next evening. Puerto Vallarta is a favorite Mexican destination and your
stay here offers you plenty of time to explore this gay-friendly village. And your
two full days at sea allow you time to enjoy the romance of life on a this amazing
ship. The RSVP extras make 'days at sea' the best part of any RSVP cruise; parties,
entertainment, activities, and a chance to savor the Oosterdam with your newfound
friends.
Info: www.rsvpvacations.com
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April 29 - May 2, 2004
PURPLE PARTY - Dallas, TX
They say everything is bigger in Texas! The Purple Party, one of the fast growing
parties on the Circuit, will be approaching its fourth year and is extremely proud of
the accomplishments made thus far. The Purple Foundation prides itself on
creating an entire weekend of high-energy fun with some of the nations top DJs Paulo , Alyson Calagna, Angelo Cortez and James Anderson just to name a few.
Watch for more DJs and entertainment news as the event gets closer. The Purple
Foundation is a non-profit organization that has donated in excess of thirtythousand dollars to AIDS service organizations and breast cancer support charities.
We promise to make your visit to the Big "D" one you won't soon forget.
Info: www.dallaspurpleparty.org
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April 29 - May 4, 2004
QUEENS DAY AMSTERDAM ORANGE BALL IV - Amsterdam, Netherlands
You are invited to a real Queen's Birthday. Party in the streets with thousands of
sweaty, smiling guys from all over the world. Cruise the canals on a boat with a live
DJ and work up a sweat at the exclusive and hot "Worker's Party". You have to
experience the Orange Ball, one of Europe's top gay dance events that allows you
to party canal-side in the streets of this picturesque city. Riedijk Productions
presents the main event of the weekend "Orange Ball Amsterdam IV". The sexy
Masterbeater DJ Brett Henrichsen promises to keep you dancing all night at the
historical Amsterdam Stock Exchange "Beurs van Berlage" along with International
DJs Miguel Pelletero (UK), Steve Pitron (UK) and Doug Gray (NL). Take to the
streets in Europe for the largest Mardi Gras celebration because this is the perfect
time to visit this vivacious city. "Orange you glad you came?"
Info: www.gayeventseurope.com
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April 30 - May 2, 2004
CHERRY 9 - Washington, D.C.
Cherry 9 in Washington, D.C. is set to transform your experience of the most
powerful city in the world. Bring your passport, because this is a journey that will
take you places! The annual cherry blossoms turn this incredible city into an even
more beautiful destination each year. The music, venues, sights, performances and
activities planned will move you to the next level. Enlisted are the tantalizing beats
of DJ/Producer Tony Moran along with Chris Wren, Chad Jack, Mike Reeze, Joe
Bermudez, and Alyson Calagna. For discounted rates at the host hotel, the
Washington Terrace Hotel, call (866) 984-6835 and mention "Cherry". Experience
the power, feel the music, and be part of the transformation that Washington, D.C.
and the boys and girls of the Cherry Fund have planned for you. Produced entirely
by volunteers, all proceeds benefit local and national gay and lesbian organizations
that play an important role in our community.
Info: www.cherryfund.org
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May 13 - 17, 2004
HOT & DRY WEEKEND - Montreal, Canada
The award winning BBCM's creation team is at it again. Wildly avant-garde, Hot &
Dry sparks unconventional productions and brilliant performances by international
DJs. It's going to get hot in here, so take off all his clothes as you vibrate to the
beat of one imaginative event after another.
Info: www.bbcm.org
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May 14, 2004
RIDE - Knott's Berry Farm in Buena Park, California
Are you ready for the Ride of your life? Odyssey Adventures, promises to stir your
senses and take your breath away with "Ride". Between five and ten thousand gays
take over this huge theme park during this exclusively gay, annual event. This year
Ride features the nationally known Masterbeat DJ, Brett Henrichsen and LA's everpopular DJ4play. Join us this year for dancing, entertainment, rides, arcades, thrills
and chills.
Info: www.odysseyadventures.com
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May 22 - 23, 2004
TRIBE 3 - LONG BEACH PRIDE - Long Beach, California
Will Gorges and Evenstar invite you to return to the historic Queen Mary Resort for
the 3rd edition of Tribe. Early birds will want to check out Tribe’s opening party on
Friday night at the Naga Ballroom with DJ Alexander. On Saturday, the festivities
begin in the Carnival Cruiseship Dome with Masterbeat DJ Brett Henrichsen and
Factory rising star DJ Jack Jones. The party continues at nearby Club Naga on the
Long Beach waterway with LA's mistress of after-hours, Dawna Montel. On Sunday,
climb aboard the Queen Mary for Manny Lehman and LA up-and-comer DJ Casey
Alva in the Main Exhibit Hall. Close the weekend at midnight with legendary DJ
Michael Duretto at Club Naga. You can ride the aqua taxis to the Long Beach
Lesbian & Gay Pride festival during the day, an event that attracts over 100,000
annually. Host hotel for the weekend is the Queen Mary: 562-432-6964 - for the
best rate mention Tribe when you call.
Info: www.willgorges.com / www.michael-evenstar.com
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May 27 - 31, 2004
GAY DAYS HOLLYWOOD - Los Angeles, California
Over 15,000 participants are expected at Gay Days Hollywood, held Memorial Day
weekend in sunny southern California. With Hollywood and the movie industry as
the backdrop, you will be assured a unique experience that can only be found in
the entertainment capital of the world. Saturday night features the main dance
event of the weekend: a spectacular Hollywood party produced on the Universal
back lot. Top DJs, multiple dance areas, and live performances make this a night
to remember. And on Sunday, attend a t-dance at a venue that showcases what
makes LA a special place to be! Plenty of fun at all of your favorite hangouts all
weekend long.
Info: www.gaydayshollywood.com
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May 27 - 31, 2004
INTERNATIONAL MISTER LEATHERMAN - Chicago, Illinois
Spit-shine those boots and buff up those chaps this Memorial Day Weekend for
Chicago's 26th annual International Mister Leather Weekend. The worlds hottest
leathermen will once again come together to compete for the title of International
Mr. Leather. Sunday night brings a "Victory Party" to the House of Blues and on
Monday, the traditional "Black and Blue Ball" closes out the weekend at Excalibur.
Expect loads of muscled, meaty men. Don't miss the event's leather market,
located at Hyatt Regency Chicago, with the world's biggest collection of
leather/fetish vendors, and some good old time no-holds-barred nasty fun all
weekend long.
Info: www.imrl.com
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May 28 - 31, 2004
MEMORIAL DAY NYC - New York City, New York
Hot damn, summer in the city! When summer kicks-off, it's time to peel-off, and
there's no better place to see mouthwatering men than at Ric Sena's legendary
Alegria parties. Sunday night, Memorial Day weekend in NYC brings over-the-top
production, visuals, and DJs to Alegria's all-new home - Crobar New York, 530
West 28th Street. Fans of Circuit legend DJ Billy Carroll can catch him at SBNY
also on Sunday. Splash Bar New York notoriously has the hottest bartenders
waiting for you with a drink and a smile.
Info: www.alegriaevents.com / www.splashbar.com
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May 28 - 31, 2004
PENSACOLA MEMORIAL DAY - Pensacola, Florida
Bounce, Sweat, Wave, Abracadabra and the Spellbound after-hour parties all return
this summer to Pensacola - shouldn't you? Johnny Chisholm and Oz present a
weekend of events under the Florida sun that are more intimate, more individual,
and more accommodating than any of the other sunshine state's destination
weekends. The days are magnificent and the nights are magical during Memorial
Day Weekend in Pensacola.
Info: www.ozneworleans.com
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May 28 - 31, 2004
MELTDOWN reTOOLED - Austin, Texas
Party Austin has taken it to the tool shed to bring you more hot boys and more
exciting DJ's than before. Get your tool ready and pack up your belt as you head
to the crown jewel of Texas, for Memorial Day 2K4. Buff out that body and hit the
dance floor with the fantastic DJ Roland Belmares (LA) on Saturday night. Get out
your drills and screw it to it with the amazing sounds of MasterBeat DJ, Brett
Henrichsen (LA) Sunday night. Grease up your machine and lose your grip as DJ Ric
de Barros (Austin) moves and grooves you on beautiful Lake Travis on Saturday
afternoon. Hammer it out or pound the nail in as you beat it to the magical tuning
of DJ Michael Tank (Houston) for after-hours.
Info: www.partyaustin.com
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May 28 - 30, 2004
MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND - San Francisco, California
DJ Abel...returns to rock the bay area with AfterShock "4.2" at 715 Harrison (3rd &
Harrison) Memorial Day Weekend with the hottest music and the hottest MEN. This
is San Francisco's original Circuit party weekend with three nights of big events
held at some of San Francisco's finest dance venues, including the beautiful
Regency Ballroom. This year features an amazing DJ line-up that will surely kick off
your summer in style.
Info: www.jito.com
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May 28 - 31, 2004
VIVA LAS VEGAS 7 - Las Vegas, Nevada
The world's greatest casinos and hotels welcome the wildly entertaining Viva Las
Vegas 7 back to town. The deck has been reshuffled and this year, all the glitter,
the glamour and excitement hit Memorial Day Weekend. Join DJs Phil B, Jason
G., Warren Gluck, and Brett Henrichsen for more Vegas than ever.
Info: www.atlantisevents.com
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May 30, 2004
WHITE PARTY - London, England
Enjoy the best of Europe in 2004! Riedijk Productions is serving up some Circuit
sounds in some of the tastiest cities. Are you ready for White Party London? With
an international menu of appetizing DJs including Steve Pitron (UK) and Doug Gray
(NL), the Cinema and Elephant & Castle London will offer plenty of energetic
indulgences.
Info: www.whiteparty.nl
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June 4 - 7, 2004
GAY DAYS DISNEY - Orlando, Florida
Friday night gets Gay Days started with an awesome, over-the-top party
experience at the "Coliseum Party: Crazy World" at Hard Rock Live with DJ Brett
Henrichsen. Or dance and swim under the stars at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon,
which hosts "Beach Ball" - Gay Days' wildest and wettest party with DJ Lydia Prim.
Then, it's the opening night for "Magic Journeys" at Arabian Nights - three
incredible nights of lights, lasers, and amazing music compliments of the Circuit's
best DJs, David Knapp, Roland Belmares and Tracy Young. Saturday night, like
Madonna says… "Everybody comes to Hollywood" at the Disney-MGM Studios.
Mark Baker joins forces with Jeffrey Sanker to bring you a brand new celebration
with a new attitude and the always-incredible Disney magic. This year's party
features a mega dance floor with DJ Tony Moran and world-class thrill attractions.
Look to the sky for a super-sized fireworks spectacular. Sunday, get ready as an allnew "Stars Party 2004: Amazing Universe,” blasts off at the state-of-the-art Orange
County Convention Center with DJ Manny Lehman. This one-time "shock and
awe" stop at the OCCC allows the creation of some of the biggest and most
spectacular show effects ever. Enter a multi-dimensional party experience that
rockets you through out-of-this world sights and sounds. It's Gay Days' biggest
party spectacular ever. There's plenty of magic during the day as well. The first
Saturday in June brings the seventh edition of the pool parties known as Reunion!
Reunion moves from the (closed) Hyatt Orlando to the much larger and more
glamorous Wyndham Palace Resort and Spa in the Walt Disney World Resort. This
will be Gay Days Central - directly across the street from Downtown Disney and
close to all parties. It's all at the Wyndham in 2004 - the official Gay Day Welcome
Center and the Circuiticket.com ticket office, all of your favorite party boys, DJs,
promoters, and entertainers will be in one easy to use central location this summer.
Rooms are limited and moving fast. Reserve yours through gaydayevents.com.
Info:
www.gaydayevents.com
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www.markbakerpresents.com
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www.jeffreysanker.com
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June 18 - 20, 2004
GAY PRIDE LOS ANGELES - Los Angeles, California
The theme for the 34th annual L.A. Pride Celebration is "Hello... pride". This is one
of the largest Pride celebrations in the country with the parade, as always, on
Sunday. There are plenty of praised parties to pick from all weekend.
Info: www.lapride.org
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June 25 - 27, 2004
GAY PRIDE NYC - New York City, New York
The queer New York City tradition returns again. Heritage of Pride, organizers of
the New York City Pride events, present the annual Dance on the Pier. There is a
sizzling afternoon waiting for you on Sunday after the parade as DJ Tony Moran
and Robbie Leslie take over the Pier 54 in Hudson River Park. Dance the day away
against the backdrop of the sun setting against the New York City skyline and
prepare to be dazzled by a flurry of fireworks set to music. Another in the lineup of
your pride choices is the Freedom Party presented by Rod Ladd and Marc Katz.
The countdown has begun for a new party, a new day, a new time and a new venue
as this season's most stimulating new event is being added to the New York City
Pride calendar on Saturday afternoon. DJ Manny Lehman is at the helm. Sunday
night, Ric Sena presents Alegria Pride 2004 during New York City's Gay Pride
Weekend. This extremely popular party pledges to be a legendary night. Creating
an endless energy with his groovy grace, DJ Abel is guaranteed to attract the
hottest boys and the sexiest men in the country to NYC's newest party palace Crobar. Keep the gaiety coming all weekend long at the spectacular Splash Bar.
SBNY features the city's hunkiest bartenders and the city's most hospitable crowd.
Info: www.nycpride.org / www.freedompartynyc.com / www.alegriaevents.com /
www.splashbar.com
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June 25 - 27, 2004
GAY PRIDE SF - San Francisco, California
Splash! - San Francisco's favorite daytime, outdoor, t-dance in the sun returns for
another successful installment. Add 500 guys in their Speedos to the West Coast
DJ Showcase featuring five DJs selected for their new musical talent and you have
a party not to be missed. The courtyard of the Phoenix Hotel is host to the sip and
twirl social event of the weekend.
Info: www.splashSF.com
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July 2 - 4, 2004
INDEPENDANCE 9 - Laguna Beach, California
Will Gorges is packin' 9! That's nine years of producing the highly fun
IndepenDANCE. Hot "daze" on West Beach is a unique dance event, where you
can dance under the stars in Laguna Beach. Book your rooms at either host hotel:
The Coast Inn (949-494-7588) or Doubletree Irvine (949-471-8888).
Info: www.willgorges.com
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July 4, 2004
AFTERSHOCK 4.4 - San Francisco, California
Wake and Shake the Bay area on the most patriotic party weekend of the year.
Whether you continue the party, or wake up early, don't miss Jito's signature San
Francisco sunrise spree early Sunday morning, July 4th. Jito promises you the
hottest music and the hottest men.
Info: www.jito.com
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July 3 - 9, 2004
SUMMER CAMP P-TOWN - Provincetown, Massachusetts
Once again, David Flower and his gorgeous staff have put together a colossal week
of parties, unique venues, and superstar DJs to celebrate this country's
independence. Summer Camp July Fourth Week in P-Town promises the return of
the infamous After Hours Boat Party and a reunion of the best Circuit DJs including
Manny Lehman, David Knapp, Phil B, Susan Morabito, Brett Henrichsen, Paulo,
Adien Aggenbach, Rob Harris, Gustavo Motta, Patrick Guay and many more. So
pack up your beach shorts and prime those dance muscles to prepare for a week of
sun, sand, and music in the gayest place in the world - Provincetown.
Info: www.davidflower.com
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July 30 - August 2
VANCOUVER PRIDE, RAPTURE 5 - Vancouver Canada
Vancouver's hottest pride event returns this year as TBB Productions presents
"Rapture 5." The weekend's sound-scape is provided by L.A.'s DJ Roland Belmares
and NYC's DJ Escape. Rapture is a cutting-edge, world-class dance event,
featuring top-of-the-line sound and light systems, exciting venues and live
entertainment. Rapture also includes the best gay after-hour events in Western
Canada and the Pacific Northwest, attracting partiers from all over North America
and abroad.
Info: www.RaptureVancouver.com
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August 5 - 9, 2004
GAY PRIDE AMSTERDAM - Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Be ready to experience the closest thing we have to gay paradise on earth! Every
first weekend in August, gays from all over the world go to Amsterdam to celebrate
gay pride. Where else would you find a gay pride held on the water? With almost
100 of the most outrageous floats (that literally float) and 500,000 spectators,
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Amsterdam Pride is one of the largest and most unique pride celebrations in
Europe. The weekend features more than six parties with top international DJs.
Following Salvation and the steamy after-Salvation party at the sauna on Friday,
Riedijk Productions presents one of the top European Circuit events and the main
dance event of the weekend - "The White Party". Held at the largest dance venues
in Holland.
Info: www.gayeventseurope.com / www.whiteparty.nl
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August 6 - 8, 2004
RUSSIAN RIVER MORNING PARTY - Guerneville, California
4,000 muscle boys descend on the sleepy summer town of Guerneville, California
for a long weekend of sun, fun and lots of dancing! Four parties in three days. The
most fun you'll have all year with top-notch Circuit DJs and high production values.
Info: www.guspresents.com
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MUSIC REVIEWS
by DJ Mateo @ Perfectbeat.com
Tribaland Volume 2
Ministry of Sound Presents
Clubber’s Guide 2004
Global Net
Ministry of Sound
By far the BEST Ministry to come
across our counter in a long while.
They held the cheese on this
release, and stuck with nothing
but ethereal trance and quality
house. So much new music which
we can't wait to start getting in
CD single format over the next
few months. Get a jump on the
music that's gonna rock 2004 by
grabbing this compilation.
Circuit
It's hard to final a tribal compilation
that truly matches the style most
people are looking for when they list
the genre among their favorites, so
it's especially exciting when we find
one that actually exceeds one's
expectations. Such is the case with
the fantastic Tribaland Volume 2, a
blockbuster collection of unmixed
and extended tribal hits from such
luminaries as Alma Matris (the Ralphi
Rosario remix of "Rapido"), Max Rey
("Tribal Sensation") and Passkal
("Netarre E.P."). Did we already
mention it includes the unedited
Ralphi Rosario remix of "Rapido"?
Oh... I guess we did.
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Hed Kandi Presents
World Series UK Mix Vol. 1
Future Trance
Volume 26
Hed Kandi
Universal
A rare one folks... a 3 CD set from
Hed Kandi, and all 3 discs are mixed!
Each disc is a different vibe. Disc
one coats us with smooth house cuts
to enjoy by the "Beach House".
Next up is the "Disco Heaven" disc
to kick it up a notch and get your
feet tapping. If tapping just warmed
you up to get full on shakin', yer in
luck because disc 3 ends your night
with big room house anthems. An
amazing collection of songs put
together by the pros of this sound!
The obvious intention of this
collection was for you to listen to a
full 3+ hour music set to hear the
true progression of music. Hmmm,
that's perfect. I feel like taking a
drive to Vegas! Get em while they
are hot!
If you think the popular Dream
Dance series is the only place you
can find practically all of Europe's
biggest trance anthems, well, you're
obviously not paying very close
attention. On the other hand, with
cheap-ass artwork like the kind
found on the cover of Future
Trance, we kinda sorta don't blame
you for failing to study its
tracklisting. But once you manage
to get past it (we suggest a good
pair of very dark sunglasses), you'll
see that Future Trance is a killer
2CD collection of unmixed radio
edits worthy of residing beside even
the best edition of Dream Dance.
The 26th edition of the series
includes brand new tracks from
Groove Coverage ("Poison"),
Brooklyn Bounce ("X2X"), Paul Van
Dyk ("Connected") and 37 other
hits any trance fan would be happy
to add to their collection.
Buy these releases and all your other
dance music favorites at
Perfectbeat.com.
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Madonna
Love Profusion
Maverick / Warner Brothers
Those of us who continue to find
entertainment in following
Madonna’s musical endeavors
have lately had plenty to squeal
about. Forget the forced
controversy of the MTV kiss or
the forgettable Gap ads,
Madonna’s real story still lies in
her music; the cornerstone of her
career that has always been vastly
underrated in terms of its artistic
merit and originality.
Sure, with recent duds like the
joyless "Hollywood" and limp
"American Life" we’ll admit that
her latest string of singles have
been more "miss" than "hit," but
any true Madonna fan knows that
with patience comes rich rewards.
Her latest treasure is "Love
Profusion," the new single off her
American Life album, currently
available as a 2CD UK import,
with a forthcoming domestic
release tentatively set for
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February. The hot pink packaging of
CD1 contains the original album
versions of both "Nothing Fails" and
"Love Profusion," the latter of which
is also included here in an extended
club remix from the Passengerz - a
fantastic dance interpretation with
sensual circuit arrangements and
echoing vocals.
The mustard CD2 also features a
remix of "Love Profusion," this time
from the usually imaginative Ralphi
Rosario who appears to have been in
a mellow house mood when he
recorded
his
uninspired
interpretation. Good thing, then,
that CD2 also includes the
phenomenal Above & Beyond remix
of "Nobody Knows Me," arguably
her best remix since the titanic
trance remix of "What It Feels Like
For A Girl," also produced by Above
& Beyond. Seriously, this one will
give you Goosebumps - the kind you
can only get with a great Madonna
single.
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Alma Matris
Rapido
Mantra Vibes / ZYX
His name is Giangi Cappai and
you’ve absolutely got to hear the
tribal masterpieces he creates. First
brought to the attention of more
educated tribal fans via Peter
Rauhofer's ongoing support of tracks
like "Music Electrica" and "Rumore
Chimico," Giangi Cappai's Alma
Matris moniker has slowly emerged
as one of the most consistently kickass names in the genre.
Alternate work, such as the
incredible yet incredibly hard-to-find
"Humeda" (under the name GC) and
"Make it Phunkee" (under the name
Motibus) have already played major
roles in turning out a memorable DJ
set. Perhaps that’s why few record
stores are able to keep his vastly
above-average tribal entries in-stock.
lesser tunes) or in limited vinyl
pressings. Both of Cappai's original
mixes of "Rapido" are included on
ZYX’s German import in their full,
extended formats - although the
single is not without its
imperfections.
Devoted dance enthusiasts are well
aware of Ralphi Rosario having
remixed "Rapido," mixes that don’t
appear on this import; but this
minor exclusion is more than made
up for with Giangi’s own "Dark
Male Mix" - a seething, dark tribal
epic with a euphoric and uplifting
climax. A must-have single to add
to your tribal collection.
It's especially exciting to at last find
his latest work, "Rapido," on CD
single, since his previous work could
only ever be found on compilations
(usually crunched between a set of
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Buy these releases and all your other
dance music favorites at
Perfectbeat.com.
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DJ PROFILE
TONY MORAN
by
Dennis Fleming
When party revelers take to the dance floor on March 14th for Miami
Beach’s Winter Party, they will be treated to one of music’s most
innovative and multi-talented DJs – Tony Moran. His twenty-year journey
in the world of popular music has included experiences as a songwriter,
singer, producer, actor, television host, music remixer,
and now - Circuit DJ.
His unique career is not likely to be
repeated anytime soon. His skills,
talents,
and
experiences in the
world of music have
created an artist who
has developed mass
appeal
with
audiences of every
sexual orientation,
race,
age,
and
gender. He is quite
literally
a
man
dripping in talent.
and perfor ming their own music
whenever and wherever they could.
The group quickly
became celebrities
among young, urban
Latinos, and their
appeal widened when
their
re-edited
versions of hit songs
enjoyed major airplay
on WKTU, New York’s
premier dance radio
station.
Tony Moran grew up
The record industry
on the streets of
took note of the duo,
Brooklyn listening to
and they were asked
many different styles
by Fever Records to
of urban music
write and produce
including post-disco,
songs for their new
funk, rap, and pre- Photo courtesy of Project Publicity
act, The Cover Girls .
Their work resulted in Moran’s first gold
hip-hop. In 1981, he teamed up
record, Show Me, and led to numerous
with Albert Cabrera to form The
Latin Rascals. They developed their
other writing and producing gigs. This
own sound by producing, singing,
was a very happy time for Moran both
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professionally and personally. “I
loved being a part of the Latin
Rascals and had no desire to go out
on my own.”
Moran’s jour ney took another
distinctive twist when he was asked
to host Second Generation, a video
music show on MTV aimed at Latino
teenagers. Not content to just
introduce videos, the show turned
into a mini-sitcom complete with
informative talk, comedy skits, and
celebrity appearances. “The show
made me a star in the Latin
community,” said Moran, “and
allowed my creative process to
expand even further.”
Noticing his talent and fame, Fox
offered Tony a development deal for
a new Latino-themed sitcom. He
moved to Los Angeles, but before
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the show came fully into being, the
network dropped the idea.
He decided to move back to New York,
but the experience on the opposite
coast had made him a very different
person. Tony began to understand and
accept what it meant to be gay for him
personally. He realized that ‘gay’ was
just one aspect of himself and that he
needed to be around people who didn’t
define him solely on that characteristic.
Professionally, Tony decided that he no
longer wished to pursue acting. “Actors
need to be too self-absorbed. I am not
criticizing that. They need that quality
to succeed in their career. But that just
isn’t who I am.” He decided he wanted
to return to music, but not in the form of
singing or performing.
Once back in New York, Tony realized
that he was no longer the “man of the
hour”. He contacted all his friends in
the music business, but with no success.
It was hard to believe, but in just one
year of being away he had become a
has-been. No one was returning his
calls. No one, that is, until Frank
Ceraola from Sony Music called back.
Tony presented his idea of remixing
some of the a cappella works of Sony
Artists. He so wanted this opportunity
that he offered to do the remixes for
free. As fortune would have it, Ceraola
gave Tony Gloria Estefan’s cover of
Everlasting Love.
Tony’s former experience in the music
business proved vital. “I took the
approach of a producer, not of a DJ, in
remixing this song,” Tony said. “Frank
and Gloria liked my work, and the song
became a huge hit.” This one remix led
to many more, and soon Tony was
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remixing and producing for Cyndi
Lauper, Whitney Houston, and
Michael Jackson. Tony was now in
great demand and back where he
felt he belonged. His remixes were
not just great dance floor hits, but
radio hits as well.
Tony remembers this as an exciting
time in dance music. “Junior
Vasquez, Victor Calderone, and
others were also doing great mixes
and each had a totally different feel.
I loved going out just so I could hear
how other DJs were mixing the same
songs.” Although Tony was on top
of his game and getting projects like
never before, he started to feel a
little burned out. Luckily for us, this
burnout was partially responsible for
Tony’s entrance into the gay party
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Tony had spun a few select parties on
Fire Island and elsewhere, but was not
considered a major Circuit DJ. But then
he met Circuit Mom at the Alegria party
in New York, and all that changed.
Circuit Mom was familiar with Tony’s
remixing and producing work, and
persuaded him to spin a party for her at
Crobar Chicago. The crowd, as well as
the Crobar management, loved Tony,
and he was asked back for several more
parties. Word got around, and Tony was
invited to spin in the United Kingdom
and at Carnivale in Rio de Janeiro.
And that brings us to his present gig at
this year’s Winter Party. Tony said that
he is excited and looking forward to
being the sole DJ at this year’s beach
party. “This party is very special to me.
I met my boyfriend at Winter Party five
years ago, and we are still together.”
10
All Time TOP
01. Dream Lover (David Morales Mix) - Mariah Carey
02. Relight My Fire - Dan Hartman
03. Desert Rose (Victor Calderone Mix) - Sting
04. Together Again (Tony Moran Mix) - Janet Jackson
05. Unbreak My Heart (Hex Hector/ Soul Solution Mix)
- Toni Braxton
06. Let No Man Put Assunder - First Choice
07. Outlaw - Olive
08. I Turn To You (Hex Hector/ Dezrok Mix) - Mel C
09. You Don't Know Me - Armand Van Helden
10. You're So Beautiful (Tony Moran Mix) - Donna Summer
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When asked if he prefers playing for
large mega parties or small intimate
gatherings, Tony said he only prefers
the right party. “I could be asked to
play a party for 800 in a shack
somewhere. But if it was the right
shack with the right crowd, I would
enjoy it as much as Carnivale in Rio
with 10,000 screaming on the dance
floor.”
For Tony Moran, spinning at parties
is the ultimate release therapy.
“Playing music for five to seven
hours for a crowd allows me to
release my feelings, emotions, and
creativity, and those can certainly
change over the course of the
party.” He added that he never
worries about what record to play or
what the crowd might want to hear.
Rather, he focuses on establishing a
connection with the dance floor.
When he succeeds, his process is
less about deciding what to play
next than simply being in the flow.
Tony admits that he doesn’t just like
to mix and spin for a nightclub full of
revelers. He also likes to be one of
those revelers. “I love to dance.
When I am not working, I love
spending time on the dance floor.”
He credits this with keeping him
from becoming bored or complacent
in his work.
Tony is quick to credit those who
have inspired and influenced him
along the way. He credits his first
boss, producer Arthur Baker, for
showing him how to use his creative
talents to produce new and exciting
sounds. Tony remembers listening
to dance remix legends Shep
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Pettibone and Jellybean Benitez as a kid
in Brooklyn. He also doesn’t hesitate to
acknowledge the inspiration he received
from the myriad other producers and
DJs throughout the world. “Listing all
those would be a whole other article,”
confessed Tony. But there are two gay
party DJs that have his utmost
admiration and respect - Junior Vasquez
and the late DJ Buc. Tony marvels at
their abilities to spin with no fear
whatsoever. He loved that there was
always a purpose to what they were
playing, although that purpose was not
always immediately understood.
Although he is rapidly gaining fans in
the gay party Circuit, Tony has not lost
the fans he collected over his twenty
years in the business. “It never fails,”
admits Tony with a rather sheepish tone
to his voice, “no matter where I am
playing, someone comes up asking me
to sign their copy of one of my old
records from the 1980s. It can really be
embarrassing.”
Despite this bit of modesty, Tony Moran
has a career in which he can be very
proud. No other Circuit DJ has worn as
many hats in the world of music and
entertainment and been so successful in
so many roles. He admits that he is in a
very happy and peaceful place in his life.
“I used to think that being happy meant
being successful - the more successful I
was, the happier I would be. Now, I
realize that the most happiness comes
from being content and enjoying what I
have.”
For more information on Tony Moran,
visit www.projectpublicity.com.
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EYE CANDY
by Maxwell Stark-House
Eye candy is everywher e I look at the jungle rave
My body is under contr ol
But my mind does not want to behave
Bodies scattered across the sandy rock embedded beach
The ancient wisdom of the stars just out of r each
Clouded vision but dir ected decision as I r each far
above and beyond
Dancing with the hallucinations
Letting them wash away my fears into the br eeze
While in sear ch of the missing keys
To unlock my inner child and let him fr ee into the wild
Fr ee expr ession with nothing to hide
My eyes open completely wide
The wind still blows
While consciousness still gr ows
Spr outing new cr eations of energy
Each passing second of time
While in sear ch of the sublime
Beauty and truth and the innocence of the youth
Their minds opened up to the divine
Attuned and unattached a baby egg just hatched
Fully exposed with nothing to lose
All that is left is the right to choose
Identities set fr ee
Given the br eath of eter nity
no right fr om wr ong
no wr ong fr om right
We ar e coming into the age of de-light.
Circuit
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Noize