Author: Linda Simpson
-
Making Me Long for a Sunny Beach… “Spanish Teenager”
Another cold and overcast day… Need some warm-weather relief! Casey Spooner to the rescue! The former lead singer of Fischerspooner collaborated with Jake Spears of the Scissor Sisters for this sexy new song and video. ¡Muy caliente!
-
Mama Says Goodbye
She was a lioness! Ellen Stewart, founder of NYC’s legendary La MaMa Theater (in 1962) and champion of the offbeat and avant-garde, has died at age 91.
-
It’s Snowing! Time to Get in Drag and Walk the Streets!
As Sylvia London and I left my apartment building last night a few snowflakes were falling. How sweet. We were on our way to a party for Olympic skater Johnny Weir’s new book, Welcome to My World. (Thanks for the invite, Spin Cycle!)
-
You Want Drag History? I’ll Give You Drag History!
Did you know it’s Drag History Month? So decrees LGBT cable network LOGO: “Logo celebrates those who dared to be different (and fabulous at the same time) with a loving tribute to the brave drag queens and kings who have contributed to our nation’s rich cultural heritage.” So how come I wasn’t contacted? I’m historical…
-
I’m Not The Oldest One At My Job—Taylor Mead Just Turned 86!
I grew up obsessed with the world of Andy Warhol. Amazingly, I’m now a work colleague of one of his famed 1960s superstars and underground film actors, Taylor Mead, who just turned an impressive 86. (He was already middle-aged when he joined the Factory clique.)
-
Hat-Tastic!
My guest-hosting gig last night at Family Function (at Woody’s) was quite the social affair. Lots of yakking with friends old and new. Promoter Ladyfag made herself easy to spot across the crowded bar by donning a stunning chapeau.