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page 15 News Views Totally Tammy Interview by Wham Attewell, Photo: Cabal 4 Letters An interview with Wisconsins openly lesbian state legislator. 6 From the Editor by William Attewell .4 7 Quips and Quotes page 21 8 The Latest Dish Out of the Closet The World in Brief Photographs by Cabal, Styli-1g M.A.K., Fashions by Kelvii Haydon 10 with Rex Wockner 41111 • Models: Frank, Donna and Trent 22 Arts Page page 3 2 The Regulars 42 off My Rocker Herb Ritts at Work by Lesleti Newman Interview by Tmothy Nasson The renown Herb Ritts has photographed the likcsiThm Cruise. 44 Ethan Green Sophia Loren and Elizabeth Taylor. His latest photography book. Cartoon by Eric Omer appropriately titled "Work" will be released this fall. Timothy Nasson 46 The Casual Observer discovers how Ritts deals with being an out celebrity. Personal Observations by Ed Grover 51 G. Scene Selected nitelife outings • page 3 7 50 Star Patrol Chickening Out Horoscope by Andie Jaye Story by Waswo . 127 W. WBluemound Rd. • Elm Grove, WI • 797-6260 Crossing Lake Michigan from west to cast is one thing. Crossing 54 Juicy Bits Lake Michigan from south to north is another. Waswo hooks up with The Day After 763 N. Broadway • Eiwaiikee, WI • 225-2440 some wild-eyed boat boys, and discovers there is no room for fair- by W. W. Wells Ill weather sailors among the racing set.

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On our cover: MG Photo by: Cabal, Enterprise Credit Union Styling: M.A.K. SERVING THE COMMUNITY FOR OVER 60 YEARS • VISIT OUR WEB SITE AT HTTP://WWW.ENTERPRISE-CU.COM NEXT DEADLINE: November 14, 1996 • For the November 21 Issue efempummirmilm Subscribe! Letters „vow . orommeraimet Voice \, Jorge L. Cabal falling iinfonfo the trap saying o-—N Pardon Our Eye Candy On Waswo William Attewell queers ore only interesting because we To the editor, Publishers have some hidden, buried, disguised To the Editor- Congratulations on tackling the . inner value—wisdom, humor, experience, The recent story about Karl William Attewell issues of ageism and isolation that or perhaps rapaciousness, rather than Preibe was personally interesting to me, Editor-in-Chief bedevil old gays and lesbians. r-mail to: rditorCtvoire.con, manifest physical fleshly delight? as Karl was a family friend. My parents, Ed Grover deserves special praise for Cant old queers be humpy Edward and Dorinne Green (still reside Cabal his major article as well as the eloquent numbers and cant they be pictured as on Milwaukees south side), own one of Photography Editor e-mail to: rabal@cpoicerom reminiscences in his review and column. such? If you wanted to Find some of us to his delightful bird paintings as well. Nevertheless, "lucidly opinion- picture as scaffolds we abound all Joanna Poehlmann and Margaret Fish Manuel Kortright ated" as I am, I have some bones to over—including Milwaukee. A set of of the Charles Allis Art library, men- Fashion Editor pick, one being the acceptance of popu- e-mail to: makrkivoire,com head/hat/hair shots a la Quentin Crisp tioned in the article were part of my lar assumptions by the author of the childhood. I remember meeting them at with a fedora, or a Christopher Ed Grover lead editorial about youth, age, and the Isherwood or a Noel Coward in a cra- art openings in Milwaukee, that is, when Dont miss a single issue! Have appropriate" relations between mem- my brother and I were not sneaking sips Andie Jaye vat would have worked, or aid queers in DJ Mags bers of differing generations, which old finery, or old butch queers in their of wine! Q• Voice delivered right to your mail- grow from the ways we as a society The article about Waswos Lesle6 Newman work clothes. Waswo view power and masculinity and which Im not al all against bodies as experiences on the Australian sheep box each and every month. Send your Rex Wockner relate to the rise and decay of groups or objects—sex objects—old, young, or in- farm in the last issue was also extremely address and a check for a measly $35 subcultures such as those devoted to between, but I feel that your feature, fascinating. Travel experiences mast of W.W. Wells III leather, bearishness, and daddies. Contributing Writers especially in the context of this issue us dream about, but never dare to do. I for a one year subscription to: All these are based on attribut- implies that only certain body-types or dont live in Milwaukee anymore, so I Rich White es of maturity which have first been read your magazine on the web. ages are appropriate objects of desire intern stereotyped and then have been or are deserving the ornament of fashion. Articles like this make me think that Q• Voice World Headquarters in the process of being swamped by the Milwaukee is not running such a distant Wells Ink I would have hoped that 0- Art Direction and Ad Design q cosmopolitan ATTN: Subscription Department cult of youth and seduced by the lure of Voice would have shown the way to the second to Chicago as merchandising—but more about that at MidWestern city. It has a life all its own, new or rediscovered view that old age Publication of the name, photograph or other likeness of any P.O. Box 92385, Milwaukee WI 53202 another time. filled with colorful people, intrepid trav- has its physical attraction and delight, person or organization in (iIfoke is not to be construed as any . I was far more puzzled and elers and creative personalities. rather than picturing again that only indication of the sexual, religious or political orientation, prarlice or then angered by your center Fashion Take it from me, Waswo, its youth is beauty and beauty youth. beliefs of such person or members of such organizations. spread "Out of the Closet" which delib- perfectly proper, nay, preferable to We reserve the right to edit any submissions, advertising or erately ignored the theme of the issue drink wine at tea time! Keep up the editorial at our sole discretion. We assume no responsibility for George A. Talbot III HOW TO CONTACT Q • VOICE: and lost an opprtunity to underline the good work. typographical or others errors unless camera-ready copy is provided. Madison We are available to answer your calls every weekday from 9am to 5pm. thrust of your issue. In fact the spread We assume no responsibility for advertisers claims. 0•Vaice is a registered trademark. Entire contents including voice • 414.272.7438 fax seemed to be not a fashion feature but a Erika Linden Green 414.278.7524 (Editors Note: We feel your pain. advertising, 51996 by 0•Vaire Magazine, except where specifically skin show and a show of young skin at via the internet We advertised and recruited for older noted otherwise. All rights reserved. Reproduction, either in whole or Save a tree and e-mail to: [email protected] that, plus artfully mussed hair and fear- models for such a photospread. Nary a port is prohibited. Visit our web site: http://www.qvoice.com fully out of date (late 1950s) thoroughly one come forward) 0•Voice is produced by A Stice of Life Productions, LTD. wrinkled boxer shorts. Snail mail 63: P.O. Box 92385 Are not those old queers bod- ies and heads fit scaffolds for a design- Milwaukee, WI 53202 ers imagination? Are you by some

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Its been twelve months since I first welcomed readers to the "QUIPS AND Q112TES" very first issue of Q • Voice Magazine. It is gratitfying that

0 • Voice has been embraced by so many, so quickly and it is Waters on Women Liz the Fruit Fly remarkable how much has changed in one year. "If I were a heterosexual man, I would hang out in gay bars. Thats "I was 18 or 19 when 1 helped [actor where all the smartest, prettiest women are." Montgomery Cliftl realize that he was homosexual, and I barely knew what In that time, the landscape of gay publishing in Wisconsin (behind our sister publication In Step —Film director John Waters. Wisconsin has dramatically shifted. Despite, the doom Newsmagazine). was talking about. I was a virgin when I and gloomers who cried that another gay publication Q • Voice is a collaborative effort with a remarkable On Mikulskis Tail was married and not a world expert on sexuality. But I loved Monty with all my would further split advertising pie and drive other publi- amount of energy going into each and every issue. "I did not come here to listen to you read from your book. I came to heart and just knew that he was unhap- cations out of business. just the opposite has happened. Q•Voice is blessed with an incredibly dedicated and tal- ask why, as a lesbian, you voted in favor of the Defense of Marriage py. I knew that he was meant to be with Q• Voice has reinvigorated our gay press, Wisconsin now ented staff. Hey, they put up with me and that says a lot. Act. I came to let you know that I thought your vote on DOMA was a man and not a woman, and I dis- boasts four thriving gay and lesbian publications. That Please remember, Q• Voice would not be possible shameless and unconscionable." cussed it with him. I introduced him to is a claim usually reserved for large gay meccas like New without the support of our advertisers. When 1 say, —ACT UP co-founder and lesbian journalist Ann Northrop shouting at U.S. Sen. some really nice young guys." York, Chicago or Los Angeles and is truly something to "Support our advertisers!" I really mean it, because with- Barbara Mikulski, U-Md., at a book signing in New York Citys goy Chelsea —More Liz to The Advocate. be proud of. out them, Q•Voice cant exist. We are grateful for their neighborhood Oct. 10. Mikulski and Mary Louise Oates co-authored a mystery In my first editorial for Q•Voice, I pledged to cover support. entitled "Capitol Offense." Milwaukee and Wisconsin "in-depth and with style." I As Q• Voice-enters its second year, we promise to con- Uhhh.. Wheres London? believe will have followed through on that mission and tinue to examine the issues with wit, style and perspec- Click Three Times "American gay men do not know where Europe is. They certainly then some. Even Milwaukees non-gay media has given tive. Finally, we hope youll enjoy this issue, inside youll "Its my dream to play a lesbian character.... Im jealous that Ellen have no idea where Greece is. So instead of the airlines taking them kudos to our work, Milwaukee Magazine recently called find an entertaining interview with Wisconsins own could get to do it. Id love to play one of her dates. Comedically, we there, they should be put in an aeroplane in the States and then flown Voice, "A promising new voice ...sassy, readable and easily Tammy Baldwin along with a feature on renown photog- could make something click there." somewhere hot — like the Gobi desert — and just be told that its Greece. Thar way. the rest of us would not have to put up with ques- the best-designed freepublication in town." Hey, weve gotta rapher Herb Ritts and all your favorites. —Lesbian actress Amanda Beorse (Mercy" on Foxs "Married With tions like Do the Greeks speak Greek? and Is Apollo like the Pope of toot our own horn once in a while. See you next month! Children") to the Philadelphia Inquirer Oct. 3 an the rumors that the character the Greek church? And statements like When we adopt the child, one Q• Voice remains a unique publication in the country "Ellen" on ABCs "Ellen" will come out of the closet. "Ellen" is played by closet- of us has to be the legal parent. So Im going to do it because its more with our special blend of interviews, features, art, pho- ed actress Ellen DeGeneres. tax efficient. Didnt realize that kids were tax-deductible in America." tography and humor. We have featured interviews with Gloria Estefan, Martina Navratilova, Congressman Steve Cher Shares — Simon Fonshawe, a columnist for Londons The Pink Paper, Gunderson, artist Patrick Farrell to name a few. Weve "People in the minority get used to living Rodman is Only Skin Deep brought readers timely interviews with the movers and William Attewell, editor in the minority, and I think thats a negative shakers in Wisconsins LesBiGay community and asked thing ... the best possible lifestyle is to be "10Jnce you get past the outer packaging, theres not much of inter- the tough questions. We have gone beyond the press integrated. Little ghettos of people are not est lurking inside." releases with special features on aging issues and what we are going for." — Chicago Tribune TV critic Steve Johnson on Chicago Bulls transvestite gay youth. —Cher, before attending on Oct. 11 PFLAG recep- Dennis Rodman. In addition to our editorial efforts, Q• Voice Magazine tion in Washington, D.C., with her lesbian daugh- became the only gay and lesbian publication in the state ter, Chastity Bono. of Wisconsin to refuse 1-900 phone sex advertising. And Ho Cojones? with this issue, Q■Voice expands it print run to 12,000 wish President Clinton were more direct, more hands-on [about issues (We started at 8,000) giving it the second largest "I AIDS. Hes been given a chance to turn the world around and be out- by Rex Wockner and CV crack news sources around the world. print run of any gay and lesbian publication in Compiled spoken on an issue thats controversial to still so many people, but it Seen a good quip or quote? Send it to us of Quips and Quotes, would take enormous daring. I had hoped that he would. I really O•Voke World Headquarters, PO. Box 92385, Milwaukee, WI 53202, thought he had the chutzpah and the cojones." or email to [email protected]

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In the Instead of competing with Disney, the ENCYCLOPEDIA MADONNICA. TOTALLY AWESOME 80S ELIGIBILITY – If you arc over 18 years of age, HIV positive, have a CD4+ count of 300-549. have ea cerr•pl•Isly movie, she and JENNIFER TILLY play lesbian had no prior investigational vaccine or immune-based therapy treatment and no changes in antiretroviral three attractions will offer activities and rates • and the novel BOY CULTURE and ZIMET is the lovers who conspire to double-cross Tillys • sall gm:Jo drugs or doses within the past 30 days. and have no history of or current AIDS-defining condition, in conjunction with Gay Day. said LARA Design Director for Penguin USA. They both gangster boyfriend and steal $2 million from Ile sectivs:m ig rower except for Kaposis Sarcoma, you may be eligible for this study. ANDERSON, executive director of Gay and live in New York City, and both are former the Mob. Lesbian Community Services of Central I lips1.;airs lei queer babies. 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gay Wisconsin State f[ Representative Tammy Baldwin is currently servngi her second Interview by William Attewell Photo: Cabal term in Wisconsin's State Assembly and is strongly

favored to win a third term in WA: What is your first memory al politics? What motivated you to get into politics? What the upcoming fall elections. TB: I was raised in-part by my maternal was the first office you ran for? grandparents. My grandfather was a Hi: The motivation and the first office Baldwin's easy demeanor, University professor and was asked to are two different things. The first office I speak overseas. We were traveling in ran for was the Dane County Board of quick smile and extraordinary Europe and I was five years old. Supervisors in 1986.1 was a first-year focus have won her recogni- My grandmother was getting her hair law student and I was living on campus. done in a salon in Italy and they all My County Board Supervisor tion not only statewide hut spoke Italian. not English. They heard announced her intent not to seek re- over the radio that Robert Kennedy had election. I had worked on a bunch of across the nation. Recently, I been killed. The salon owner thought County Board Campaigns and felt as had a chance to sit down with that this American woman should know though I could do it. It was one of the what had happened. fie came up to her most exciting periods of my life and I Baldwin to discuss politics, and said, "Roberto Kennedy. Bang, won that first race. It was quite a thrill. hang!" She knew immediately what had Motivations to run for political office outing and her role as a les- happened. I remember I knew some- are I can think of several different fac- bian sex symbol. thing of great importance and great tors in my life. I had a mother who was a tragedy had happened in the United political activist an "in-the-streets" States. I remember that sort of chilling activist. She was in college when I was a moment in my very early childhood. toddler and I remember learning how to In terms of memories of real cam- make the peace sign. She was very paigns, I had some awareness of the involved in the black civil rights move- early 70s sweep of progressive young ment; she went down South to march. elected officials like Mayor Soglin being My grandparents were political in a elected to be Mayor of Madison in 1973. very different way. They always wrote to r I n rill I

PA GE 15 to get preventative information. their elected officials and asked them to take Wisconsin Christians United is out there stir- next one is Rick Skindrude, he represents • •0 •0■• I also thought about what it is I wanted to say, which was really a stands on things. I saw them work the more ring up trouble and trying to get somebody to Verona and Mount Horeb and several other ay message about I think the organizing that has been done about AIDS institutional side of politics. introduce a Bill to repeal our civil rights pro- communities. His opponent is a woman by has proven that so many things that need to be in place for a high qual- I feel like I have both of their interests — tections that we've had in this State for 14 the name of Judy Patenaude. The final one is ity of life are not in place in the United States. ei sort of behind the scenes as well as in front of years. Eugene Hahn, who represents rural western When we look at AIDS services, we look at finding housing for peo- the scenes. Then, I started seeking leadership Dane County (Cross Plains, Black Earth and WA: Do you think that's a realistic possibility? ple who have become low-income by virtue of their health. We're look- °N. positions on my own at school — seeing TB: I think that is slimmer than the almost Mazomanie). His opponent is Jim Festge. things happen and seeing that one or two or ing at securing health care for people who might have lost their insur- certainty that we'll have an Anti Same-Sex WA: First lady Hillary Clinton was in town (Madison) % three people could make a tremendous differ- ance because they lost their jobs. We're looking at dealing with homo- Marriage Bill introduced. From my perspec- today. Did you get a chance to see her? ence if they made the commitment to better phobia ... for sure! But we're also dealing with racial issues and stereo- tive as a person within the legislature, it will TB: From my vantage point III the nose-bleed their community. types of who has AIDS, so we have to combat racism. be much easier to slow down, or kill, anti-gay section, it was marvelous. I had an absolute We look at how people, who committed themselves to the battle We Hate to Brag but... WA: Do you think your youth is an advantage in legislation if there are chairpeople of commit- thrill. One of the thrills of the day was when against AIDS, have also done a tremendous amount of work. They we Have A REALLY BIG DECK the Capitol? tees who don't like the legislation. Also, it will Mayor Paul Soglin who is running for have pointed out that so many of our institutions are not responsive to TB: Absolutely. I actually am the youngest be better if the Democrats control which Bills Congress against Scott Klug, introduced everybody. I think that's a powerful movement. Most people think of AND NOW A REALLY BIG BAR TOO! woman in the legislature; although, there are come up and which Bills don't. Hillary. these activists as only thinking about finding a cure, treatment and the Daily Lunch Specials Fine Mexican rest of it. This is a much larger movement; it has so many commonal- ties with the House the Homeless Movement and the Health Care Cuisine • 7 Days A Week Reform Movement and all sorts of activist movements that need to finest Me4icait Re4i.a444cati I am now beginning to much more seriouslq look at an eventual run for Congress, keep on working in this day and age. I just think that any movement A/a/40nd iiiiituaahee, 1119 53.204 that exposes all of that is such a gift. I 734 South 514 g here in the Second Congressional District ... I Would sag it is mq hope to "lei: f4-645-9888 WA: l've heard women say that you're a sex symbol for other lesbians. • succeed Paul Soglin as Congessperson of the Second Congressional District. TB: Oh, my God. I've never heard that before. • ea. See 91... clia419, Oitt! WA: How do you react to something like that? many men who are younger than me. I always The Senate, right now, is controlled by He started by making note that we were all TB: I always find it incredibly difficult to believe that anyone would • mos find that interesting in that so many women Democrats by one vote ... It's a 17 to 16 mar- gathered at West High School, which is my look up to me. I'm talking very personally right now. The only way I defer a decision to get into leadership posi- gin. If everybody who's running wins re-elec- alma mater. He said that West High School can conceive of it is that I have always had a passion for politics. I tions because they have family responsibili- tion, we will have the Senate controlled by had produced many people who had gone on remember being in downtown Madison as a teenager and seeing the ties, it's a problem. If you look at the gender Democrats. to make a difference in our community. He dynamics, the young men sort of don't feel The Assembly has several open seats. mentioned my name and a couple of others, HEY YOU! held back by the same considerations. I think When we adjourned last session there was a but I felt thrilled to be in this school that I ...theres a sense of freshness with that speaks to where we are in our society. two-vote Republican majority; the Democrats graduated from, and to get that recognition. I [and you know who you arel We need more younger women role-mod- really have to make a two-vote gain there. feel really proud of the school system here. the perspective that the qouthful members els for getting women involved in politics at There are State Assembly races across the WA: I've heard many people say your speech at the an early age and for them to see that as an State that are promising from the perspective Pick up your Wisconsin AIDS Walk this year was inspiring and peo- bring to the legislature. We are concerned option that reaps both personal and commu- to that these people really have the chance ple you're a great speaker. Is that a natural talent nity rewards. I also think that there's a sense defeat an incumbent Republican. I think. about the future because 111 e l f o going to that you've always had? test results. of freshness with the perspective that the frankly. regardless of a lot of other factors that TB: Goodness! I don't know. I write all my youthful members bring to the legislature. We we need to target our resources ... we need to live in the future. We have a huge stake in own speeches and I try to predict what the You may pick up your HIV test results are concerned about the future because we're be pragmatic. The goal is to elect a majority feeling of the moment is going to be when I going to live in the future. We have a huge that's willing to slow down or kill this legisla- what that future looks like. any Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday am going to deliver the words. I try to imagine stake in what that future looks like. tion. between 6pm and 8:30pm at the 8ESTO that in my head. I've written speeches that I encourage people to look at what the piv- Governor walk across the street, or seeing the Attorney General in a (link. No appointment is needed. WA: As you look at the elections just days away, have bombed before, but I just didn't predict restaurant and thinking, "Oh, my God, that's somebody I really what are the important races in Wisconsin? otal races that are expected to do that. Here in the energy in the room or the audience. I feel admire and look up to." TB: Frankh, the bottom line in the State of Dane County, there are three Republican like I do have the sense of what you know, in I was really aware in 1992. when I was running for the State Wisconsin is who controls the legislature. For incumbents outside the city limits of Madison preparing for the speech I gave for the AIDS Legislature, that if I won this would be a tremendous historic first. I those who don't follow politics very closely, let who are viewed as very vulnerable. I am work- Walk a sense of what somebody thought when The Brady East STD Clinic ing extremely think that once I got in the legislature, and to a certain degree during me just say that the party in control decides hard on the campaigns of their they woke up that morning and decided they 1240 East Brady St. Democratic opponents. the course of the campaign, I realized that my being in office was going Milwaukee, WI 53202 which bills advance and which bills do not. were going to walk ten kilometers to raise BESTD to be, in some respects. bigger than my just being a legislator; that we CLINIC 414/272-2144 They also select the chairpeople of every com- WA: And those are? money. I thought of all the work that had gone haven't had a person who was openly gay or lesbian in a position of mittee. We know that a member has pledged TB: The incumbents are Rudy Silbaugh , he's a into this, and all the different motivations and authority who had statewide media visibility before. There's a huge to introduce reintroduce again the Anti Same- Republican in Sun Prairie and Stoughton. I'm whether they lost someone. or if they were —a partner in United HIV Services— Sex Marriage Bill. We also know that working for his opponent, Tom Hebl. The fighting so that their classmates would be able vacuum to fill ... a vacuum of invisibility and silence. Compassion • Care • Cooperation

P AGE 17 0P A G E 16 TB: We got fourth, which means we didnt should ever be used as a weapon. I think it Rights Movement), is people who are com- WA: Five or ten years ahead can you envision what your political role will be? get a medal. We gave the third-place team its suggests, or buys into, the fact theres some- fortable with their sexual orientation. I think TB: Six or eight months ago I would have danced around that ques- that they will be good, visible role models and OUTSTANDING tion, I dont think Im going to do that anymore. I am beginning to medal by losing the bout ._ it was a thrill. It thing wrong with a given sexual orientation articulate spokespersons of the cause that we look at what my next step should be. You always have the choice of was exciting to be in New York during the Gay and that people should be ashamed. Outing is are trying to move forward. whether staying somewhere long-term will allow you to make more of Games and Stonewall. used as a shaming tool. I think that each indi- viduals response to this type of activity ... is If we have peoples sexual orientation being a difference; or, taking the next step in a different direction. Now, I WA: What has changed abour yourself in the four their own business. used asa weapon and as a shaming tool. I could stay in the legislature and hope someday to be in leadership: or. years since you were elected to the Assembly? What I want in terms of moving th; move- frankly dont want people out there who are Jack H. Smith I could look at a different level of government. TB: I came into the legislature as a real out- ment forward (i.e., the Gay and Lesbian Civil going to speak on behalf of our movement I am now beginning to much more seriously look at an eventual sider. I hadnt worked in a legislative office, so run for Congress. here in the Second Congressional District. I guess. my learning curve on how to get things to given that were doing this interview before the general election, I happen in the legislature was very high. I feel like Ive learned the right things because I feel like even when my second term was in the Jorge Cabal minority party I was still getting measures I franklii dont want people ad through and finding was to work with my [Photography] very conservative colleagues to advance issues [here, who going to speak on behalf are of common interest or even things that are in my agenda that I persuaded them ought to be ()four movement, are embarrassed or Who on their agenda. I feel like thats been an incredible learning curve. I would say that the ashamed or not comfortablewith struggle side of it would be dealing with a lit- tle less privacy, a little less personal time. A their sexual allegation. lot less of both is the honest answer. WA: How do you deal with that? You must not have would say it is my hope to succeed Pau! Soglin as Congessperson of any free time. the Second Congressional District. TB: At certain times of the year I do. The two- I much have a lot of faith that Paul Soglin can win and will win and "With over nine years year cycle ebbs and flows; I dont have time will be a great Congressperson for both the Second Congressional now. Its 7 days a week. 14 hours a day ... experience, I understand your District and the gay and lesbian community. I would look at trying to something like that. But between November succeed him when he chooses to move on. If theres another outcome lifestyle and goals" 5th and when we get sworn in again in of that election on November 5th, I will then look at when that step January. there will be a lull ... there better be. would be an appropriate one for me to take. but this is what lm look- Im going to take a long nap. then. ing at now. WA: When Wisconsin Christian United outed State WA: Youve obviously been thinking about this for a while. When you make that Real Estate... Buying or Selling? Representative Tim Carpenter many people in the kind of decision, how does it feel? legislature we fairly silent or safe in their reaction. I Call Jack Today. TB: Clearly. to me. the most terrifying part of this would be to give up was wondering what your reaction to that incident a job that I love and take such a huge risk. Because that is what you Serving Milwaukee, Washington, was. How you perceived it? have to do in order to run for Congress. Yon cant be on the same bal- Ozaukee and Waukesha Counties TB: I think that a gay/lesbian picture a snap lot for two different offices. I would have to give up my legislative seat shot is what Wisconsin Christians United is Gold Medal Award Winner • Presidents Club Member to do that; essentially serve out my term, but not run for re-election. Over $4.5 Million Production In 95 about and their increasing power to organize. Thats terrifying to me because I just love the privilege to serve. I have come home to my own house in the On the other hand, you have to take risks. I think that theres a isthmus of Madison several times to find their tremendous amount of important work that needs to be done in Faces: 1995 - 96 flyers in my door. Knowing that theyre Washington. Given the publication that this is for presentation in, Federated leafleting my whole neighborhood, apparent- clearly we need more visible and open gay and lesbian people in ly to increase neighbor hostility to my pres- BESTD Gallery Washington. There are so many, many other issues that I feel very Realty Group, Inc. ence in the legislature. and to weaken my elec- passionately about in terms of the future health and welfare of 1240 East Brady Street • MILWAUKEE toral base. We should open our eyes to what this nation. their strategy is going to be. We need to be (414) 964-9000 • (414) 283-1452 WA: What do you think people would be surprised to know about you? organized in response. TB: Ilninumn. I dont think Ive ever gotten that question before. Im a GALLERY HOURS: Monday thru Wednesday, WA: Outing seems to be happening more now than E-Mail to: [email protected] pretty darned good volleyball player. I dont know if my team would ever, what is your stand on outing? or visit my web page at: http://www.execpc.com/--jhsmith say that. I played in the Gay Games. 10am to 9pm, Thursday and Friday, 10am to 5pm TB: N1) position on outing is that I do not WA: How did your team do? believe that somebodys sexual orientation

PAGE 18 PAGE 19 who are embarrassed or ashamed or not com- strongly that under no other circumstances is to be outraged and devastated and sad and fortable with their sexual orientation. it really helpful or acceptable. angry. Instead I just stood there and thought I remember my first debate I ever did on WA: As you look at whats going on with Gay Rights about it and said, "Were going to win both of outing. The round I took when outing was and just the general social climate for gays and les- these in our lifetimes." Were going to win acceptable. was posthumously! It was accept- bians. do you see improvement aver what it was the right to marry in the courts and ENDA able to reclaim our figures of history our was only one vote short. That could pass as maybe fire years ago? authors, our great warriors, our great artists early as next session. Cfir reach TB: Absolutely! Leaps and bounds. I must say as part of our community if we could provide that the day I heard of the vote on DOMA and The things that we have been struggling evidence to that effect after there wasnt the the vote on ENDA. when ENDA lost by one for 27 years to achieve are around the corner. A new program aspect to doing all of that. I still feel pretty vote in the U.S. Senate, I thought I was going The gay and lesbian community talk about living in exciting times those of us who are of offering anonymous age now and involved are going to be the ones who do it, so we can each take credit for HIV testing, safer sex those monumental achievements. The visibil- ity of gay and lesbian people over the past five education, and years in the entertainment media and pop culture and in other forms has just dramati- information about cally increased. Probably, people out of their HIV and AIDS at anger over all the abuses were putting up with right now are coming out in greater places where men numbers. WA: Do you think that part of that is generational? and women gather in TR: Absolutely. I know conservative our community. Republicans who are bad on a whole bunch of FLU issues, but who had a gay roommates in their college dorms. They are looking at this issue informative very differently than their older colleagues or Vaccinations other people who are in office. Theres a lot of generational aspect to it. The other thing is •supportive that in some ways our enemies are even help- ing us. We wouldnt have chosen, probably, to the extent that were an organized civil rights anonymous Thursday, 00.17th • 6pm - 8pm movement, to move on anything other than ENDA over the past four years. That would Tuesday, Oct. 22th • 8pm - 10pm have been the crowning achievement had we •quicker and easier testing had that opportunity. We were fighting anti- at The MM Club (Upstairs) gay ballot initiatives in multiple states and 124 N. Water Street localities. We were fighting the "Gays in the Military" battle ... no pun intended. We were donations accepted fighting against these anti-gay marriage ini- [OUTreach Schedule] tiatives and they were sort of setting the agen- Ten Percent Club La Cage Just Us Club 219 da of out political activism. Those attacks Tuesday Saturday Wednesday Saturday brought out so many more people into the 11/26/96 • 9pm to 12am 10/26/96 • 10pm to lam 11/6/96 • lOpm to lam 11/09/96 • 7pm to lOpm Recommended For HIV+ persons, movement who are saying. "My rights are on their partners and caregivers. the line, here." I would never have imagined that gay and lesbian issues would have gotten A Co-operative Venture of Your Favorite Bar... the amount of ink and prime-time air time and radio time that our issues have because of sponsored by out enemies. In many ways theyre helping us The Gay Lesbian Nurses Association. The MM Club, The Milwaukee Health move public opinion in our favor. MAP Department, The BESTD Clinic, St. Camillus HIV/AIDS Ministry, CLINICBESTD Q•Voice Magazine and In Step Magazine. MILWAUKEE AIDS PROIECT

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plays Mrs. Carrie Watts, an emotionally strained elderly woman who Wells Ink,a nationally recognized seeks peace and comfort from the painful memories of her past. Ms. leader in gay and lesbian marketing Schudson was most recently seen on the MCT stage in "Arms and The seeks male models for Man." "Androcles and the Lion." and "Love Letters," She has also groundbreaking advertising worked with Skylight Opera Theatre, Next Act Theatre, and Milwaukee campaigns. Ho experience Repertory Theatre. Ruth Schudson attended the Goodman Theatre is necessary. Persons of color School with Geraldine Page in the 1940s. and HIV+ individuals are encouraged to inquire. "Falling" - Comic Book Confronts the Must be responsible with a healthy appearance Grief of Losing Someone to AIDS. and positive attitude. Milwaukee —"Falling," written and illustrated by Milwaukees own Michelangetos classic work appeals to the devotee of art, style, perfec- Successful candidates Jen Benka and Kris Dresen, portrays an individuals response to a close tion, and the human form. will be compensated for friend dying of AIDS and facing her own mortality, and features popu- Created by Michelangelo in 1504, "David" is a timeless work of beau- their work and may be lar female character, Manya. ty and authority. "The David Puzzle" is a sophisticated product, and a reimbursed for travel expenses. Benka and Dresen have guaranteed conversation piece. This puzzle is available at conventional produced two well-received and unconventional retailers throughout the country. The 160 piece books with the character puzzle retails at $19.95. Call the Sisyphus Enterprise at 847-869-EPIC for Call Wells Ink between 9am and 5pm Manya, the first of which was locations and more information. weekdays to schedule a confidential awarded a Xeric Foundation Inspired by Homer, The Sisyphus Enterprise describes itself as an interview. 414.272.2116 grant. They specifically chose entrepreneurial odyssey. "Our company creates thought provoking the comic art medium to products for thoughtful people." states Managing Partner, Darren Milwaukee Chamber Theatre Presents tackle the internal struggle DeMatoff. "We have an eye for details, and this is only the first in our "The Trip to Bountiful" and grief experienced when line of David products." For information on future products contact someone close to you dies, Mr. DeMatoff. Milwaukee-- Milwaukee Chamber Theatre will raise the curtain on particularly from AIDS. Tell them you heard about its 1996/1997 season with Horton Footes "The Trip to Bountiful," "There really isnt a better directed by Artistic Director "The Coming Race War in America: A medium for expressing the it in 0•Voice Magazine! Montgomery Davis. The play runs October 19 through November 3, emotional range you run and the probing question you ask yourself Wake-Up Call" 1996 in the Cabot Theatre of the Broadway Theatre Center, 158 N. about your own life after someone you know dies from AIDS." Benka Shorewood — Is America still the great melting pot or is it more like Broadway. The production is generously sponsored by Miller Brewing explained. a tinderbox waiting for one spark to blow it up? According to prizewin- Company. Tickets range from $10-$27 and are available at the "Dealing with this subject in a comic book allowed us to explore ning journalist Carl Rowan writing in his new book "The Coming Race Broadway Theatre Center Box Office or by calling 414-291-7800. feelings and the fear of AIDS in a way thats accessible to people of dif- War in America: A Wake-Up Call," America is becoming more like South The perfect slice of Americana, "The Trip to Bountiful" is perhaps They said it couldnt ferent ages. experiences and backgrounds," Dresen added. Africa than the land of equality. Carl Rowan will discuss his book, his Horton Footes best known play. Mrs. Carrie Watts is desperately try- be done, but Q • Voice Poetically written and illustrated with engaging black and white art. deep concern for all races and his hope for the future at the Schwartz ing to survive the abrupt changes of a modern world with her meek "Falling" is the first comic that portrays AIDS realistically and from a Bookshop in Shorewood on Tuesday, October 24 at 7 pm. This event is has quickly become son and neurotic daughter-in-law. female perspective. Benka and Dresen, both of whom have lost friends free and open to all. Call (414) 963-3111 for more information. Wisconsins must-read Her final wish-to return to her girlhood hometown of Bountiful in to AIDS, hope the book provides comfort and inspiration to other sur- Most Americans. regardless of how and where they are raised. are East Texas. Her "escape" from their cramped apartment leads her on a gay/lesbian publication vivors. taught that America is the land of racial and ethnic equality and oppor- humorous and wistful adventure to a community that no longer exists. with great interviews, "Falling" is available at better comic shops. from Last Gasp tunity. Respected journalist, presidential advisor and bestselling author In the remains of her home and beauty of the countryside, the family features and news you Distributors, or can be ordered directly for $3.50 ppd, from Vagabond Carl Rowan believes America in reality, looks more like the South Africa discovers an inner strength of character and the quest for forgiveness. Press, 2300 N. Clyboum Ave.. Suite #2 Chicago. IL 60614. of apartheid days. With eloquence and anger, Rowans new book "The wont find anywhere else Artistic Director Montgomery Davis chose this production to start Coming Race War in America: A Wake-Up Call," examines the signs of Tell your friends to pick the season not only because of its humorous and gentle message, but The Sisyphus Enterprise Introduces the coming race war: increasing racial hatred and economic jealousies. up their copy today! because he regards it as a true classic of American theatre. "Classic the rise of the "angry white male," corporate downsizing. growth of American theatre deals in a yearning for a bygone era in the myth of "The David Puzzle" right-wing militias, the war on welfare and affirmative action, the grow- American innocence," Davis said. "This play, written by Texan Horton Evanston, Illinois — The Sisyphus Enterprise introduces the unique ing black prison population. and, of course, the Simpson trial. Carl Foote, is clear-eyed assessment of the frailties of Americans in our mod- "David Puzzle." A museum quality, elegantly packaged jigsaw puzzle Rowan offers his compelling warning not to frighten, but as a motiva- )•Voice ern age." Ruth Schudson, co-founder of Milwaukee Chamber Theatre, featuring the masters most beguiling detail. This special detail of tion to take immediate critical steps to avoid the bloody harvest of a race

PA GE 22 P A 6 E 23 war before the century turns. The "Capitol Steps" at the "The Middle Passage" to Carl T. Rowan has won six Emmy awards • Cf44-\)•(/44‘.1•Cf44-\)•C/44‘)•(4\)• and a Peabody, holds fifty-four honorary Pabst Appear at Schwartz degrees, and was the first African-American Milwaukee — The "Capitol Steps," the Bookshop to serve in a presidential cabinet and on the only group in Washington funnier than the Milwaukee — In conjunction with the National Security Council. He is a syndicated U.S. Congress will be returning to the historic Milwaukee Repertory Theater and the Ko-Thi columnist for the "Chicago Sun-Times" and is Pabst Theater on Saturday. November 2 at Dance Company's production of "Benito a regular radio and TV commentator. His 8:00 pm. The "Steps" is a troupe of former Cereno," master artist Tom Feelings will talk most recent bestsellers are "Breaking Congressional Staffers who travel the country • and sign copies of his book "The Middle • Barriers" and "Dream Makers, Dream presenting up-to-the minute parodies of con- Passage" which served as reference and inspi- 1996-1997 Breakers. temporary political shenanigans and head- ration to the production-at the Downtown line news. Just three days before the Schwartz Bookshop. The talk by Tom Feelings November 5th election, it is recommended will begin at 3:00 pm followed by a book sign- MAI that you vote early and often, but before you ing on Saturday. October 26. This event is free do, see the "Capitol Steps" first! and open to all. For more information call The "Steps" started in 1981 quite by acci- (414) 274-6400. dent when a few congressional aides staged a "The Middle Passage." the title of author 3, >996 show for a Senate Christmas party. According l, Roatoodels• and artist Tom Feelings' exquisite book of Saacia CONNECTIONS to Elaina Newport, one of the group's sixty-four paintings, is also the name given to founders, they had considered doing the tra- Ballroom TICKET SERVICE INC. the cruel and terrifying journey of enslaved Milwaukee Hilton Crystal ditional Nativity play. "But couldn't find three Africans across the Atlantic Ocean. Tom wise men and a virgin in Congress." They Feelings has drawn a startling and haunting M 540-1313 thought they would be fired, or at least run pictorial saga of the lives of millions of out of town, for skewering our national lead- 11 E(8881999-TIES African men and women who were torn from Pageant Ticket $25.00 • ers and their bosses but people kept asking • their homelands, crowded into disease-ridden them to perform at their parties. Thanks ever Pageant Dinner $50.00 death ships. and transported to America. The since to the trails and tribulations, scandals images of Tom Feelings are of unspeakable Bob Dylan and screw ups of our elected officials, there's horror but in them he also pays tribute to the never a shortage of material. Even in this peri- survival of the human spirit. "His book is od of downsizing. the troupe plans to be gain- Cocktails 5:00 pm Alan moving and profound and it has been a signif- fully employed well into the next century. The Parsons icant inspiration and a reference for us in Dinner 6:30 pm group now does more than 300 performances designing and developing 'Benito Cereno*," • a year along with regular appearances on • said Milwaukee Repertory Theater director Pageant 8:00 pm National Public Radio and CNN's "Inside •Rush• Edward Morgan. Politics." Tom Feelings was born and raised in Hootie in Madison The troupe still requires that all perform- Brooklyn, New York where he attended the ers have experience working on Capitol Hill. School of Visual Arts. 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•P A GE 30 801-807 South Second Street • Milwaukee • 414/383-8330 standingof forms, silhouettes, and lines that are strong and classically his books "Herb Ritts Duo" and "Herb Ritts Africa." among many otl inspired. ers, but in the television business as well. "I like variety. So for the pa: His imagination is also a lively one which sometimes creates whimsi- three or four years I have been doing music videos and television con HERB cal and sometimes surreal pictures. mercials which enables me to also work with moving bodies instead In conjunction with both an exhibit sponsored by Donna Karan at just stationary ones. I have directed Madonna in her cherish video a Bostons Museum of Fine Arts, beginning on October 22- first stop on well as Michael Jacksons In The Closet and Janet Jacksons Lave Wi an international tour • and a new coffee table book, his biggest yet, that Never Do." he says. Most may remember the Chris Isaak video Witte is over 400 pages thick, entitled Herb Ritts "WORK," I managed after Game he directed most of all, for its rich and sensual quality, filmed i many misses. (even when I was in Los Angeles) to finally pin Ritts black and white of course. One may also remember the commercial down for a telephone interview from his Los Angeles home. he directed, including the fragrances Calvin Kleins Escape, Donn Just home from shooting a Revlon commercial featuring Cindy Karan Men, Chanel Allure. Guess as well as commercials for Cartier RITTS Crawford, he enlightened on a variety of subjects, from what it was that Levis and Revlon.

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or someone who majored in economics at Bard College in the early 1970s and worked in his familys furniture business for sev- eralF years, Herb Ritts has come a long way. Born in Los Angeles in 1952. Ritts was only casually interested in photog- raphy at first. In the early 1980s that casual interest • photographing up and catapulted him to super stardom to the effect his being openly gay has Ritts calls Los Angeles home for many reasons but namely beca coming stars such as Richard Gere - had on young people just coming to terms with their sexuality. "Even though the east coast is where all of the action seems to be, attracted the attention of national mag- "My start in photography is what most may call a lucky break. I isnt suitable in the winter, especially since I use a lot of natural li azines. became friends with Richard Gere through his girlfriend whom I had he says. He won rapid success as a fashion known for a long time. One afternoon. we decided to drive out to the One of Ritts mast photogenic and popular models of recent was photographer, working for such maga- desert from Los Angeles in my old car. It got a flat tire and while we Marky Mark, whom he photographed for Calvin Klein in both print zines as Harpers Bazaar, Vogue and were waiting at the gas station for it to get fixed. I remembered that I and television ads. "I always choose subjects that have something on Elk. Wanting an additional challenge. had a camera in the car. I began to take a bunch of pictures of Richard the inside that shows up on the outside," he says when asked how it is Ritts curiosity in the portrait field got the best of him and his portraits (which are in the new book and the exhibit, by the way) standing in that he comes upon likely candidates for getting snapped. "Generally, of people as opposite as William Burroughs and Elizabeth Taylor front of the gas pumps and around the station. He was just starting out casting is key, for commercials or print ads. I want to know that the Interview by Timothy Nasson began to appear in Interview and Vanity Fair. in his career, so he wasnt too big yet. I thought nothing of the pictures people I am working with have some inner quality or character to o Ritts is know for creating bold and immediate images. He main- when I got them back, but sent a set to him anyway. Somehow, his the camera. I love character and love being able to record that."

tains that his style derives its formal clarity from his intuitive under- publicist - whom he had just taken on - got a hold of them and thought Sometimes ideas for photo shoots come from nothing other than a enough of them to send them to a bunch of magazines in New York. relaxing vacation. "My book "Herb Ritts Africa," came from a safari I When it was all said and done they had been published in Vanity Fair, had gone on a couple of years ago. I was so taken aback by the beauty Mademoiselle, and Vogue." he says of the remarkable feat. of certain areas that I decided to go back with my camera and do As they say, the rest is history. He has since worked not only on a book_" Photos: Opposite Page jump, 01996 Herb Rirts, Vladimir I, 01990 by Herb Rats, Backflip, 019157 by Herb Rats photographing people and landscapes, which have been chronicled in Follow,n5 Page Madonna . Tokyo, 0 1987 by Herb RiRs. Photos courtesy of Museum of Fine Arts, Boston

eP A G E 32 PAGE 33 • to AMFAR and other gay charities, however, these things dont need to 2nd Annual be announced. I do it because I feel it is right and that is all that mat- ters to me." he says. In addition. he explains. "I am not into condoning the outing of CREATING CHANGE GAYLA GALA anybody. One needs to be comfortable in their own life and with themselves and their sexuality before they make the big decision to make it known to others. And when one finally does make that deci- Dinner, Auction Entertainment sion. there are many great examples to show how it doesnt hinder 4 ones career. One example is Elton John. Elton. who is a friend of mine Benefiting the Lesbian Alliance of Metro Milwaukee is a legend. He is out of the closet and was doing the songs and score Education Fund for Disneys film "The Lion King." With this type of exposure, more straight people become aware of gay people in higher profile positions, and see them for who they are inside." With Recipient Hosts: If everyone took the attitude that Ritts has, it is apparent that the Lesbians of Color world would be a more tolerant place to live. But, for the time being. one must continue in trying to get the world to such a tolerant level. Waukesha Area Lesbian Network 4 The future holds even more promise for the versatile image captur- • Wisconsin Outdoor Women er. "I am co- partner in a movie production company and hope to 4 direct a movie someday soon. The only drawback to that will be that it L/G/B/T Community Center Initiative • will take so much of my time, I will have to just about drop everything else for a while. I would like to do a movie that is character driven," he says. "It will not be a "Ready to Wear or have anything to do with the fashion industry," he adds. Saturday, November 9 When asked if there are any actors in particular he would like to work with he says, " As with anything I do, commercials, print ads or Milwaukee Hilton, 5th Floor, Regency Ballroom • videos, I like to see something special in the person I am capturing on film. An actor that comes to mind, whom I have photographed. that 509 West Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee ON COMING OUT has what I look for? Gary Oldman." Herb Ritts "Work" hits stores in late October. Just in time for early • "Coming out was never an issue for me. The national declaration 6:00pm – Reception, Silent Auction, 8:30pm – Christmas shoppers. In its over 400 pages. it features perennial Voice Auction happened when good friend Maria Shriver was doing an NBC special favorites such as Elizabeth Taylor. 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busy working the lines as we shove off. Two other crew mates, Vince and "John John" eye me suspiciously as we motor from the marina. A stereo system is cranked to high volume and Tina Turner is suddenly belting out a tune that helps cover an awkward silence. Ive just met remember some years ago sailing on shimmering waters outside these attys. Four men from Michigan I met at a leathermens party just of Seattle. A one day sail on Puget Sound with an old friend. last night. With a hit of boldness I have invited myself for a sail to their I amidst scenery so impressive it eludes adequate description. Michigan home. What have I gotten into? Purr Lucks departure seems Thinly hazed Olympic Mountains stood in a snowcapped line to the perfectly timed with the first drizzle of rain. The sky is now uniformly west, while to the east the Cascade Range jutted sharply into the blue. grey. Behind us Milwaukees conservative architecture seems to have Mount Rainier dominated the shrinking Seattle skyline, and in the dis- marched to the shoreline and then suddenly stopped, as if knowing tance the Bremerton ferry chugged relentlessly toward the Space better than to pursue us into the lake. I start to think of the safety we Needle. A coolish breeze failed to keep us from being warmed by the take for granted in our homes. I start to think that I could be eating sun. Our shirts were off as we rested upon the incline of our bounding dinner tonight somewhere warm and inviting — maybe Pieces of sloop. This was paradise. Eight, just looking out upon the water. Im offered another drink and This was my idea of sailing. But here I am in Milwaukee, standing at remember the dire warnings about boating accidents and alcohol. But the edge of the McKinley Marina, nervously looking at stormy western Im good at shaking away fears. The fool and the braveheart are oppo- skies as the wind slaps hard into my face. Rob and RJ are pulling foul site inscriptions on the same coin. I have never once gotten sea sick. I weather gear over heavy sweat shirts and rubber boots. The radio has love the rocking of a boat. alerted me to severe thunderstorms for late this afternoon. But Rob Rob has the fair skin and blond hair of the Dutch. He seems to be in and RJ smile demonically behind cocktails that just graze their lips. his youthful thirties. There is a devil-may-care attitude to his lingo, but "Weather reports? Havent listened to em. We sail no matter what." his movements are precise and his eyes sharply intelligent. His lover RJ These are party boys. Big time. Have another Seven and Seven and sports short brown hair under a baseball cap that perpetually sits at find some foul weather gear that fits you. This might be a bumpy ride." one cocky angle or another. We are crossing to Michigan. No matter what. Rob has been sailing the RJ has a rougher look than Rob. A gravelly voice booms from his Great Lakes with a passion for the past eleven years. We are about to unshaved jaw. Rob and RI have the looks and demeanor of badass THE SKY IS NOW UNIFORMLY GREY. BEHIND US MILWAUKEES CONSERVATIVE ARCHITECTURE SEEMS TO HAVE MARCHED TO THE SHORELINE AND THEN SUDDENLY STOPPED, AS IF KNOWING BETTER THAN TO PURSUE US INTO THE LAKE.

entrust our lives to Pure Luck, the forty foot sloop he proudly owns. pirates. They have that aura of crazy masculine wildness that strangely Rob and RJ take their toy collection seriously. I am told of the fleet of commands confidence. I begin to lighten up and enjoy. three single engine planes they keep back home. I am told how they Two hours later the Milwaukee skyline has disappeared. The tem- religiously race the many competitions that take place each summer on perature has dropped and there is a steady downpour of rain. Purr the Great Lakes. Below deck I struggle to get a wet weather slicker over Luck rocks in gentle swells as her motor continues to purr. We are my jacket and dutifully notice the collage of racing stickers plastered to caught with the contradiction of winds blowing out of the east and the wall in front of me. Two stickers in particular catch my attention: storm clouds gaining on us from the west. It is impossible to sail. We Querns Cup and Chicago-Mac. continue motorized chugging and hope the wind will turn. Vince and We are refueling and the smell of gasoline mingles with damp after- John John are in the cold and wet above, dutifully keeping watch for noon air. I climb back to deck and show off my chosen weather gear. "I freighters. They have told me of their close encounter on the voyage think red is your color". Rob states. Im not sure if he is teasing. RJ is over. It seems that they were in a fog bank in the middle of the lake

PAGE 36 PAGE 37 IT IS OBVIOUS THAT WATER IS RISING, AND JOHN JOHN REPORTS nobody laughs. Purr Luck has cut into choppi- and RJ, and wants to make a good impression. there is fresh baked bread, a huge howl I FROM OUTSIDE THAT "PURE LUCK" HAS SUNK ABNORMALLY LOW. er waters, and the boat is beginning an Ile wants to show that he is recovered well salad and umpteen bottles of wine. unsteady rock. enough from his bypass surgery to make a big Rob and RJ have returned to Milwaukt SOMEONE HAS PULLED THE RUBBER LIFE RAFT INTO VIEW. Nine hours since we left Milwaukee. Vince meal and entertain. It is now late in the after- minus Vince and John John. In their place and I sit at the wheel. We have hoisted the jib noon and Im driving to meet the boat boys at an assemblage of heterosexual friends wh when the horn of a freighter sounded loud map. Rob is rubbing my back with one hand we seem to have outrun the thunderstorms. but allow the motor to continue its work. The the South Shore Yacht Club. Tommy is revel- make up the racing crew. Tomorrow they rat and ominous and fearfully close. Vince told and smiling at my nervousness, his blond hair The wind has shifted in our favor, and we air is warming as we approach the Michigan ing in his Italian heritage. stirring a huge pot to Michigan. I remember the route. Bt me with a grim smile "We could hear the rum- dangling down across his eyes. "Ive crossed make plans to attempt a sail after dinner. side of the lake. In the darkness we have seen of tomato sauce with a wooden spoon, meat- tonight the boat bo ys have snuck awa y t ble of its engines. but we couldnt see it". Rob this lake a hundred times". There is a sudden shout from RJ who has no freighters, no lights. balls baking in the oven, steaming pasta party. We laugh, joke. reminisce, and feast o had grabbed the shortwave and sent out a RJ rolls over on his back, scratches his emerged from the head. "Which one of you A mist has settled around us. We shine a pulled in long strands from a boiling kettle. spaghetti. Lou Reed drones in the bar" • warning call. Thankfully the freighter crotch and lights a cigarette . "Weve crossed fuckheads is pissing between the floorboards? flashlight into the fog and guess visibility to By the time we all gather around the table ground. He is singing that he wishes he was answered. this lake without a navigation system. Weve We have a toilet you know!" He says this while be at about fifty feet. At times we imagine Pure Lurk was on the freighters radar and it crossed with only dead reckoning and made it looking straight at me. Everyone shrugs. I hearing fog horns or seeing lights. But noth- had already taken evasive action. Im a little only a few miles off course. Every year we race emphatically protest that it wasnt me. ing ever materializes. Rob and RJ are now apprehensive. Though we are two hours from from Chicago to Mackinac Island. Two and a "Well someone is!" RJ continues, "Water is alone in the bow stateroom. John John is Milwaukee, we have really just begun to cross half days in God knows what kind of condi- sloshing under the floorboards!" asleep. With the jib sail up Pure Luck slices the lake. We wont be crossing the shipping tions. Dont worry." Rob suddenly jumps and pulls the boards through the water at a comfortable angle. lanes until well after dark. It has now been five hours since we left that cover the bilge. For a moment we stand in Just after dinner time I had used Robs cell Im on my belly in the bow stateroom, Rob Milwaukee. In the dimming light we cook drunken, stunned silence. Water is just a frac- phone to call Tommy and tell him we were and R) stretched out at my sides. Pungent steaks, warm stew, and pour more drinks. We tion of an inch from flooding into the cabin. safe. He was worried sick. Milwaukee is being smoke is drifting in from the galley where are nearing the center of the lake. Rob and RJ Rob falls to his knees and stretches a long arm pulverized with thunderstorms. There have Vince and John John sit drinking and bullshit- have a perverse tradition of cooking and eat- into the murk of the bilge. been tornados. ing. We are on auto-pilot, the ships GPS ing in the middle of the shipping lane. It is "The bilge pump has stopped working! We I feel guilty for having put him through On behalf of (Global Positioning System) keeping us on just the time I think we should all be most on must have a leak somewhere!" this. He is still recovering from a heart attack course via satellite. A small bleeping dot of lookout, and here we are opening tin cans and Rob is trying to explain to us what is hap- he suffered this spring. He urged me to do this Wisconsinites light shows our whereabouts on an electronic watching steaks sizzle. It is cold and wet. but pening. He says that there must be a leak crossing, but I know how he worries. It is not around the drive shaft that runs to the pro- easy for him. lie puts few strings on our rela- affected by HIV Auto. Home • Business • Health • Life • Financial Services peller. The bilge isnt suppose to hold so tionship. I sit in the stern with Vince enjoying much water. If we dont get the pump work- the damp quiet of the dark lake. I think of the AIDS, and the ing. the water will soon flood into the cabin. storm left behind us. The quiet solitude of the Rob explains this calmly. almost humor- night is strangely wonderful. agencies that Here to serve ously. But his frantic search in the murk of the Eleven hours since leaving Milwaukee we bilge better expresses his very real fears. To cruise past the lights of "Big Red". the monu- serve them, all your his credit. Rob seems to know what he is mental lighthouse that guards the Holland doing. He pulls the pump to the surface and Harbor. It is three in the morning. 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How Errol Flynns old LaCage and we shout to be heard over pulsing ketch ever ended up on Lake Taupo is beyond North Ill be the inexperienced newcomer. More a hindrance than a help. disco, RIs deep voice is screaming in my ear. me. The Barbarys skipper reminds us the film Tommy is reading the morning paper. There has been a spill of tim- "Do you want to do the Chicago-Mac?! Id star was born not far away on the island of ber from a freighter heading south out of Superior. The coast guard is be glad if you took my place! Ive got to spend Tasmania. It was in Tasmania where, accord. t is Friday morning, the day of the big concerned that hundreds of water-soaked logs now float semi-sub- merged in northern Lake Michigan waters. Small craft are advised. I go time with my business! Do you want to race?" ing to biographers, Flynn grew up handsome, party. Full color photos in yesterdays to the window and realize there is an unseasonable northeasterly blus- I foolishly and impetuously shout back. hung and bisexual. It is an incredibly brilliant Chicago Tribune depicted some of the I tering out of grey skies. I turn on the weather channel. A tornado watch "Yes!" blue day, but the sky is so cloudless it makes most prestigious sailing boats in the world is in effect. Could it be any worse? for boring photographs. Two Britishers have pulling into the Chicago harbor. Tomorrow is joined me. The three of us sit stiffly in the one of the worlds great sailing races. And I I try to remain calm. I pack my gear and take a warm bath. Lying in the tub the water sloshes past my ears. I think what a lousy swimmer I South lazy sun. am in it. "oh!" the English matron says. "this is just Rob has phoned me from the Pure Luck 1 am. I think how I hate to get water up my nose. so lovely. We live in London. We keep our boat am to meet him and the rest of the crew later Fuck it! Do I really want to do this? What am I trying to prove? That in Scotland. but, Im afraid we dont get out this night. Ill be taking the train to Chicago. coin inscribed with the fool and the braveheart is now spinning in the air. I try to remember what RJ said. No one has ever died during the llashback to the spring of 93. I am sail- often because it is just so far to travel! Where Ill be mingling with all the right people at one Chicago-Mac. BLALE4111. THIN6 4 ing in the southern hemisphere aboard do you keep your boat?" of the events of the season. The party at the The coast guard is on alert. But none of this seems comforting just 1 Errol Flynns old ketch the Barbary. It is I pull on a thread that is dangling from a Chicago Yacht Club. I have eagerly waited for now. I remember Pure Lucks just a silly thing. For a handful of New hole in my jeans. "Chicago." 1 lie. the day to arrive. I have bragged to my overflowing bilge tank, and that horren- r IMRE THINe dous second we first realized we were taking on water. I remember Zealand dollars I have chartered an afternoon friends. I am sailing the length of Lake pulling out the rubber life raft, I imagine what it would be like to have waves crashing through port holes in the middle of the night, The BEAUTIFUL THING power is out and the short wave doesnt work. Yes, its the wreck of the Some decisions are easier than others. Edmund Fitzgerald... Tommy is a godsend. He is having chest pains. Nothing serious. But d MO he looks at me and I know he doesnt want me to go. h is a convenient INK excuse. l phone Rob and explain. "rm so sorry, I just cant! Tommy is having problemsl I wish I could BEAUTIFUL THIN,. go! Yes, chest pains! Id never forgive myself if something happened to Conquer the world? Tommy!" Rob phones back twenty minutes later. He has replaced me er. with his accountant. I have been spared. 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It would be even nicer to have but keep the mixed nuts fresh and the cheetos coming...its party time! th more albums under her belt than just the three: Deee-Lite have seized their greatest songs and reformulated them. In ; • "Bernadette Peters," "Now Playing," and her latest release "Ill Be Your the process redefining the club culture as they gear up their sound for tbill itailp•:0010911• Baby Tonight." the next millennium. aq• Wig .140■10140141..4.1.441416.10.016.Aa.dioiiiiiiiLega.i. If there were a singing angel somewhere up above, she would sound This new formula is definitely caffeine driven laced with a heavy and look just like Bernadette Peters. Ms. Peters has an impressive dose of pure granulated sugar ready for spontaneous combustion. It is vocal range and pitch. She dives into low and high ranges without a high energy with all the high tech gizmo instrumentation and some 120(.4 PROCEED WITH CALUON... IDOU. SPOT HiM AT A CORNER RAE. HE LPoKS bead of sweat, and always in full vocal control. primal vocals that works well together. If you dont like to dance and m MISS You. SPENDIN6 9ticE. loU. CAN SMELL THE SOAP HE SHOWERS WITH. TIME WHAT PO You PAEAN "Ill Be Your Baby Tonight," is a composite of songs ranging from just like to stand there, "Sampladelic Relics Dancefloor Oddities," {KITH WHEN 6uNTNE Et HAS By yNAT?TopplAuT? fwhpi ME nook, NASH,. X Lour You Twin wEINENOTTwE pop/rock to musical theater, the collection includes composers and guarantees to cause some body part to at least twitch. I S M HOT 6oiN6 ApaywNERE.X. Was•IT FANSEEAKE FuTuAl? VS To Le ToGITNIA, songwriters from Lennon McCartney, Billy Joel. Lyle Lovett, Stephen "Sampladelic Relic Dancefloor Oddities," is a mouthful to say and 16.11 mak airro Sondheim and Roger Hammerstein. definitely recommended with low doses of caffeine, otherwise crank Not to many people know that Bernadette Peters, sings. And she the volume and deaden your ear drums. sings magnificently magical. Her third solo effort, like her previous two, are like fine bottles of wine that endures the test of time, hopeful- CHRIS ISAAK ly it wont be to long before Ms. Peters does another album. So for "BAJA SESSIONS" now, pop the cork, play it loud and let the music in your ears! REPRISE RECORDS Chris lsaak describes his latest effort "Baja Sessions," as "A record SIMPLY RED for people who dont have time to take a vacation. Just put it on, sit in a "GREATEST HITS" wading pool and youll pretty much get the effect." Americas first exposure to Simply Red was -Baja Sessions" conception arrived by a recent surfing and souvenir 1DY TI42.5 iS STARTLING? DENt. WE SAiD,NY:405 eOLI:ei CONFER WITH YOUR FRiENPS.bUT. iRiziTAT-1 with Top 40 ballad "Holding Back The Years," safari that Chris and his band (Kenney Dale Johnson, drums and 15 STARTLING". which was written by lead singer Mick vocals: Rowland Salley, bass and vocals and lead guitarist Hershel tiegE iNC4, THEY ALL SEEM To SE IGNORING THEIR "CALL s swAst Hucknall: and it became the centerpiece of Yatovitz) recently took south of the border. "Its a great place," says the 1.0.,t WAITING": PERHAPS MADAME iol-HA.YOURTHERAPiST. Simply Reds debut album "Picture Book" in singer/songwriter, "to slow down and play your guitar, and the perfect MIGHT SHED SOME LighT ON WHAT/N.514MP DoNEAT. 1985. setting for romance." TELL ME AGAIN, The thirteen sun-drenched tracks that comprise "Baja Sessions" is NOW Mut H pot s Another attention-grabber on the first disc THiS Pours divided equally between some of the artists all-time favorite tunes, EARN III4Vik111, as their scintillating cover of the Valentine MITER TO iSP Brothers contemporary hit "Moneys Too new renditions of Isaaks classics and three new tracks. "Baja Sessions" Tight To Mention: those two hits, and a string of acclaimed live per- could be described as an easy-going musical travelogue to a sedate state formances, established the group as one of the stellar British acts of the of mind. Listening to "Baja Sessions," I couldnt help but imagine day, and the second album "Men and Women" in 1987 built on that myself being in a 90s version of Elvis Presleys movie "Blue Hawaii," foundation. "The Right Thing," a breezily up-tempo tune, which getting a nasty sunburn while waiting for the beat to pick up. became a concert favorite, is included on this compilation. As with Isaaks other musical efforts, these compilations have a cer- "A New Flame" bought forth one of the most enthralling vocals from tain melancholy feel to them. One look at Chris mak, I cant help won- Mick to date, while the equally impassioned treatments of "Its Only dering. what is going on in his life that he is so unhappy about? Maybe Love" and "Youve Got it" offered convincing testimony to the idea that if he explores a new emotion and gets over his unhappiness, he might .13 En4:x Simply Red were closing out the decade as one of the major bands on have a #1 hit. the global music scene. A memorable track from "A New Flame." was —Jorge Cabal the soulful rendition of Harold Melvins "If You Dont Know Me By PAGE 44 PAGE 45 and when asked if they would be involved with the project, said they were too busy to volunteer. CASUAL Rod Johnson, stated that he was a "consultant" and that the Community Center Project "could hire him to help reach a more (lox as FM, diverse community." but that he. "could not afford to help [the pro- OBSERVER ject] for free as a volunteer." However, since this is a volunteer-only group, this uncharitable "offer" seems extremely unlikely to be iMIZOWEEA/ by Ed Grover accepted. What do these comments tell us about cooperation and diversity here in Milwaukee? PURSO4Y, OCTOBER 31 These speakers were assured that when the database was complet- ir. Some Personal Observations ed, target groups would be identified and these groups would be approached personally to try and gain their participation on commit- After spending the summer working on the Old Gays issue, going to out them), many gay men and lesbians took the opportunity to be pho- tees and for the formation of the Center. the nude beach at Mazo and doing a bit of traveling. it's time for me to tographed kissing in front of a banner that said "Homosexuality is [a] Later when Ralph Serpe spoke. he said there were always two think about covering a few of the many things that are happening in Sin" (These protesters are so dumb that they can't even use correct types of people who visit the San Jose Center: There are those who the Gay and Lesbian Community this Fall. English), to cheers from everyone and frowns of consternation from say, "You should be doing thus and so." and those who say. "1 want to the religious right. do thus and so." The latter type was always welcomed with out- Sunday September 22: AIDS WALK WISCONSIN The marchers, who consisted of gays. lesbians, straights and people 4 stretched arms. As I started out for the SummerFest Grounds to get some informa- of all colors (young and old) turned right and continued down Lake An announcement of a "Naming Contest" for the proposed tion on the start of AIDS Walk Wisconsin, the sun was just breaking Shore Drive with walkers pushing persons living with AIDS in wheel Community Center was made. Part one of the contest begins on through the fog and the weather was starting to warm up a bit. I made chairs and children in strollers. There were lots of dogs on leashes November first, when posters will appear in the bars and in stores. my way across O'Donnell Park and found a nice picnic table right in (everything from Dachshunds to Wiemariners), and banners and bal- Look for entries. These must be received by November 16, 1996. The Patterson Trio front of Reverend Ovidal's born-again Christian protesters. I was told loons were held high. After the Walk. everyone returned to the Then, on January 2, 1997 part two begins when new posters will that he's a "sheep farmer" from Monroe Wisconsin. Does that tell you SummerFest Grounds for food, entertainment and congratulations. appear with ballots for the ten finalist names, which must be received Saturday • October 26 anything about the way he spends his spare time? Those poor sheep! The entire group seemed to have had a great time. It was a job well by February first. The winning name of the Center and the person The word was out that they were going to do something "big", but done with over one million dollars pledged. I mailed out my check to who submitted it will be announced on Valentines Day, so plan on neither 1 nor Katerina Hass of the Milwaukee Clinic Protection the people I sponsored. I hope you all got yours in the mail, too. entering or. at the very least, casting your vote for your choice of Coalition were impressed by their numbers ... and neither was the best name. Singsational Thursday, September 26: TOWN HALL MEETING crowd that came thundering down Harbor Drive. Katerina told me, Also announced was the "Creating Change Conference" to be held "These are the people that drove me out of the Republican Party." After checking for directions on how to get to the Milwaukee from November 6th through the 10th in Washington DC. This con- Saturday • October 19 • 9pm said. "Welcome to humanity," and we both chuckled. The "Reverends" Enterprise Center (not the easiest place to get to) by bus, I made my ference sponsored by the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force were all pointed out and named for me and they were a most unattrac- way up to the Town Hall Meeting to check out what was happening (NGLTF) will hold a special seminar on creating community centers tive group of people in bad suits; overweight and white, as if they had with the Milwaukee LGBT Community Center Project. and eleven volunteers of the Milwaukee LGBT Community Center Lunch Dinner all crawled out from under rocks. There were about 40 people in attendance at this most recent meet- Project will be paying their own way to attend. Now, thats commit- Served Monday thru Saturday Served from 5pm to 11pm ment! By now some of the clouds had cleared and the sun was warming ing, and I suspect that most of them were there to hear Special Guest Daily 11:30am to 2:30pm things up considerably. There was a strong breeze that managed to Ralph Serpe's comments. Serpe is the Executive Director of the Billy It is my understanding that the people who set up these meetings blow a few signs around. A message from the Almighty? It seemed to DeFrank Lesbian and Gay Community Center of San Jose, California. are making an effort to offer them to as diverse a population as possi- ble. They are also making an effort to schedule the meetings at vari- ous times to accommodate those people who may have different Carmen Murguia and Rod Johnson , among others ... voiced concerns regarding diversity, and work schedules. I applaud that willingness to include as many per- when asked if they would be involved with the project, said they were too busy to volunteer. sons from the Gay/Lesbian /Bi/Trans community as imaginable. The next Town Hall Meeting will be held on Saturday. December be saying: "Don't fuck with these marchers. They're out doing good He had been invited to speak by Nancy Snow, and after attending com- 7th, 1996. The location and time will be announced at a future date. for their community. What are you doing except causing strife and get- mittee meetings and a lunceon at MMs, it must have been a full day Remember that this process is open to everyone and they need more ting my words all wrong?" for him. He was pronounced "real cute" by many who were there: not people. I urge everyone to call or write and get involved in whatever At 12:30 prompt, the Walk started. Bette Midler came zooming by that I find that a prerequisite for the sharing of information. way they can, The address is: GLBT Community Center Project , PO 1\4‘,,S7-1VI CLUB in the back seat of a white Excalibur convertible wearing a lime green Initial reports were made from the co-chairs of the Feasibility Box 92722, Milwaukee, W1 53202. Or, call them at: 414-483-4710. pant suit. Wasn't this the same one she wore on Oprah? After the car Committee (Nancy Snow and Mark Street), the Public Relations (WRIT ENIMAINNINT • MAJOR OM CODS ACCEPTED sped past the protesters, with Bette waving madly. it detoured over the Committee (Wendy Radish and Mike Phillips) and the Finance PS: In response to Mt. Williom Krugs observation (letters: in the September Q•Voice) about me and baby zucchini, (my August, 1996 column) 1 con only soy thot as a sexually comp Off GREIF/MS AVAIMITE Lincoln Memorial Bridge and came to a halt on the foot-bridge the Committee (tarry Stocks). "He oughts know I," And, with respect to his comment about me being leads from O'Donnell Park to the lakefront. As the crowds of marchers Carmen .Murguia (ORGULLO) and Rod Johnson (UJIMA). among sine vegetarian, lonely: "1 dont think so, William." Plonks fat the attempted analysis! THE MM CLUB • 124 NORTH WATER STREE1 passed they alternately "booed" the protesters and then roared their others, voiced con:erns that the report of the demographic survey approval of Midler, who was cheering them on from the overpass. taken at PrideFest seemed heavily weighted to an East-side. upper mid- 414.347.1962 While the volunteers tried to direct traffic (where would we he dle-class, white population. They voiced concerns regarding diversity,

PAGE PAGE G 46 47 Daydream" (which describes a typical days category is the latest riot-dyke, power- stroll through the colorful Golden Gate Park punk/new wave trio from the Olympia- MUSIC FOR future issues look for listings of HiNRG. RB/HipHop, Progressive in San Francisco. where Perry lives). Portland scene, called The Third Sex. Their /Alternative and more. Acoustic guitars, jangly electric guitars, debut album on dyke- extraordinaire 1. NEW EDIT1ON—"Hit Me Off" (MCA). Classic house master A QUEER pianos, violins, and sparse percussion make Donna (as in Team) Dreschs label Chainsaw Frankie Knuckles reworks this big comeback track for the now up this more sedate sound, which deftly Records is campily titled Card Carryin, and fully-grown soulsters—his Franktifled Club Mix is a brilliant mid- PLANET moves from the rootsy rock of "Freeway" to it is undoubtedly 27 and a half minutes of tempo shuffler that spotlights NEs smooth vocal stylings. the zone-out mellowness of tracks like the most energetic, queer-powered guitar "Success" and the opening "In My Dreams." punk youll hear this year. Often compared 2. RANDY (RAWFORD—"Forget Me Nuts" (Atlantic). From her The track, however, which stands out the to labelmates TEAM DRESCH and 5LEATER- dazzling collection of classic covers Naked and True (Bluemoon), Todd (the God) Terrys jazzy Deep Zone Club mix works it in typi- most on this album is her duet with KINNEY. as well as a host of other Pacific cal fashion. Hours: Ws/70s rock icon GRACE 51101 "Knock Me Northwest dykecore groups, THE THIRD SEX 3. URBAN BLUES Project featuring MICHAEL PROCTER--"Love Dont Monday-Thrusday 4 pm - 3 am Out" is a bittersweet, at times violent, love are well on their way to carving their own, Friday 4 pm • 4 am Live" (AM:PM). No, its not the same Madonna song—its much, song between two women, based upon a unique niche in the queercore scene via Saturday 11 am • 4 am much better. The Original Vibe Mix is a peppy, piano- rolling former relationship of Perrys. It is no small their raw, garage punk sound and their Sunday 11 am - 3 am house interpretation that remains my favorite after countless spins. coup that Perry was able to impress and trademark retro-mod costuming fetish. 4. BORIS DLUGOSCH—"Keep Pushin" (MAW). Originally made Pizza • Hcrnburgers • Fresh Salads • Bali? Ribs therefore enlist the help of the great rock Queeny B-52 frontman FRED SCHNEIDER by Margaret "DJ Mags" Coble queen, and their collaboration solidly hot by an early summer import. New Yorks MAW Records releases has released Just Fred (Reprise Records), the Fried/ Rotisserie Clicken • SecrFood Pasta this German-based house gem stateside with additional jazzy anchors the album. latest in his struggling solo career. His char- mixes by Drs Spen and Disciple, though the Original and Path Of Those expecting former FOUR NON- On a more jazzy. spoken-word vibe, acteristic, wacky vocal style remains, though Beer • _ 41 Coffee aid Much. Much. Mare_ Club mixes by DIugosch and Mousse T. remain the bomb. BLONDES lead singer LINDA PERRYS debut solo funky wordsmith DANA BRYANTS long await- the somewhat bland guitar-based power- ABSTRACT TRUTH—"Get Another Plan" (Street Wave Music). A PizzaShuttle album to be just another angry, white-riot- ed debut disc Wishing From The Top (Warner pop of the eleven tracks included doesnt in 5. beautiful nu-jazz groover from this up and coming New York 1827 North Far-well Avenue girl rant album should be pleasantly sur- Brothers) finally sees the light of day. With any way compare to the creative genius of band—well be hearing more from them, Im sure. Dine In 414.289.9993 Delivery prised with production help from former ARRESTED the campy retro-jangle of the B-52s. In Flight (Interscope Records). Though DEVELOPMENT frontman SPEECH ("Wishing "Coconut" stands out as the best cut here, 6. ANN NESBY—"Can I Get A Witness" (Perspective). The former often criticized for her somewhat simplistic From The Top"), and collaborations with PM but if youre looking for that signature B-52 lead singer of THE SOUNDS OF BLACKNESS belts out this fiery gospel lyrics and trademark vocal yowl. shes no DAWN ("Bone Simple"). world-beat acapella sound. youll have to wait till next spring for houser with much vim and vigor. %% hile Germanys fast-rising house ALANIS MORRISE1TE clone. In fact, Perrys col- sensations ZAP MAMA ("Food"), and acid the reunited groups new material. star Mousse T. gives winning funk and garage mixes. lection of STEPHANIE (OOKE—"Holding On To Your Love" (Kingstreet introspective, mind-journeying jazz/rb diva CARLEEN ANDERSON ("Religion" REPUBLICA is a one woman, four man 7. Looking for that classic rock anthems and ethereal psyche- Sounds). The latest in a long string of solid vocal tracks from the and "Ode To Chaka Khan"), Bryants bril- ensemble from South London who were delia is actually quite refreshing. Kingstreet camp. this one sporting infectious mixes by the UKs liant rhythmic word-flow meshes her poetic seeking to turn Londons stagnating club Dubbed a "concept" album by critics des- Grant Nelson and garage-guru Big Moses. Special Someone? vision with jazz exploration. The Grand scene on its ear, which they quickly accom- perate for a way to categorize this surprising Slam Champion of New Yorks famed plished with their debut self-titled album. 8, KRISTINE W.—"Land Of The Living" (Champion Records). effort. In Flight is more of a diary, in Perrys Nuyorican Poets Cafe, Bryant is not only now released in the States on What more can you say about this diva goddess? Every thing she own words, than a concept. The lyrics mark touches is golden. and the hot Deep Dish remix team serve up influenced by black writers like NIKKI DeConstructionIRCA Records. Full of pow- a time of personal growth and change for some sparkling, progressive jazz mixes here that perfectly comple- GIOVANI NTOZAKE SHANGE; and WIN BARAKA, erful electric guitars, melodic vocals and Perry, who left her enormously successful intense, driving beats, they describe them- ment Ms. Ws smokey voice. but also by her early involvement N‘ ith the alternative rock band as they were begin- selves as "techno-pop punk rock," and 9. JOSH WINK—"You Are The One" (Sorted Records). Not what frg acid jazz collective known as GIANT STEP (now ning work on their follow-up to 1992s tracks like "Ready To Go" and the wry one generally expects from Josh Wink—the King Britt mixes ark the acclaimed GROOVE COLLECTIVE). Shes „ale multi-platinum selling Bigger, Better, Faster, "Bloke" have catapulted them to the spot- smooth vocal house forays into straight-up melody and smokiri ,rnf often referred to as the female second-corn- •-• More! (Interscope). "It came down to my light of Britains ever-evolving music scene. garage beats. 7 need to go a different direction," the openly ing of Gil SCOTT HERON (her updated rendi- r 10. MICKEY MARTIN—"I Love You" (Strictly Rhythm). This one tion of "The Revolution Will Not Be lesbian singer/ songwriter explained. "I SINGLES FILE: Instead of just briefly didnt initially grab me, but upon repeated listens, David Televised" was included on the Giant Step didnt want the responsibility of asking mentioning some of the more interesting Anthonys jazzy club mix sticks in my head, as does Martins sweet Vol. 1 collection, as well as on Island them to come with me, but I knew I had to dance single releases of the past few weeks, vocals. Call for A Brochure: explore this other place." Records The Rebirth Of Cool 3), and if this issue marks the beginning of an ever- The album plays like a classic PINK FLOYD Wishing From The Top is any indication, we revolving Top Ten list that will focus on dif- 414-765-1233 opus, each moody, atmospheric song mak- have a lot more to look forward to from this ferent genres of dance music from column ing way for the next—with the notable but talented performance artist. to column. To start it all off. I have assem- Alternative Connections, Inc. excusable exception of the delightfully bled ten of my current favorite garage/vocal uptempo ragtime swing of "Fruitloop QUICK NOTES: In the "Great name!" house tracks, in no particular order, In Discreet•Confidenrial•Personalized

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With your astro COwl)OY. andie Jaye sqt. • ft;,;, ;%1484.01,11 ;"14%aiu Aiselbrim The Pageant not say what this years opening act will be, but hinted that it would Sunday, November 3, 1996 extraordinary. This years Pageant is also encouraging all past and present Mr. and The grandmother of all Wisconsin pageants, The Pageant 1996- Miss title holders from any Wisconsin pageant to join in the festivities. 1997, will be held Sunday November 3. at the Milwaukee Hilton (for- The Pageant is requesting they bring their Tiara. Crown or Sash. If pisCes • (feb 20 to march 20) leo • (jut), 23 to august 22) merly the Marc Plaza Hotel) at 8 pm. A misunderstanding plagues you early in the month with a co- there are questions, call 414-486-6233. The full Moon brings you wisdom and insight you usually dont The Pageant committee is accepting applications for Miss and Mr. worker and tensions run high in the workplace until you confront The judges for The Pageant are from the Chicago area, and are have. Use this new perspective to make some important decisions, contestants now through October 27, "The first ten applications the problem head-on. The lunar eclipse at the end of the week anonymous to insure impartiality. The judges will first meet the con- including those about your residence. Moving doesnt look immi- received in each category will be the ten contestants chosen to compete gives you inspiration for a new professional direction. Try to go it testants the morning of the event, and will conduct timed interviews. for the titles. Sometimes it comes down to whose application is post alone. nent, but changes really must be made, and perhaps someone They will be scored for poise, intelligence and talent. The evening will marked am or pm," said committee member, Ladybelle Bradlee. else should be moving. begin with cocktails at 5 pm, dinner will be served at 6:30 and The Although rich in tradition, The Pageant will have changes this year. aries • (march 21 to april 19) Pageant will begin at 8 pm. "Last year we had 250 guest for dinner, The committee has decided to increase the talent portion of the com- The lunar eclipse which effects Pisces so positively has different virgo • (august 23 to September 22) and another 4500 showed up for The Pageant," said Bradlee. petition from four minutes to five. By doing so, the y will eliminate the effects for you since the Moon is in your sign. This means that A tough month for Virgo as the coldness of the Sun leaving your Tickets are 150 for the entire evening, that includes coctails and a fantasy walk category. things are not always what they seem. Be very careful to not make sign sets in. This is a week where you really have to stand up for prime rib dinner. If youre interested in only atteding The Pageant "The fantasy walk was the part of the competition where the contes- any decisions or sign documents until next week. yourself if you are going to accomplish anything. Nothing will tickets are $25.00. Tickets can be purchased by calling 414-264-1155, tants could play out any fantasy they wished (within reason). Whether come to you easily so you might as well decide to fight or live or contact your favorite bar to see if a table or seat are available. taurus • (apnl 20 to May 21) it be dressed lie the Energizer Bunny or Marie Antionette," said with the Status quo. Contestants and advertisers should call 4/4 .486-6226 or 414-486-6233 President/Director, Ronnie Marx. Your confidence returns and you start to feel more like for more information. To compensate for the elimination of the fantasy walk, this years your old self after months of struggle and imbal- libra —Rich White ance. One thing that doesnt improve is your contestants will be free to wear the evening attire of thier choice for the Scorpio opening number. In previous years they were required to wear black ability to take a chance, and this comes (sept. 23 to act. 22) ■ 21) and white. into the spot light by midweek when you (oct. 24 to nov . Of all the signs, Libra has the best week of "People are sometimes reluctant to enter The Pageant because they are given an opportunity with no guar- You are in the middle 01 everyones problems all. Granted, the Sun is in your sign, but feel they must have a big song and dance number," Marx added. antees. What will you do? as the week begins because everyone is bringing more than that, all of the planets contain Dont get "Thats not necessarily the case. The Pageant has had talent as diverse their problems to you. Try to help them but do not to make this an easy month for you, A as contestants taking a bicycle apart and putting it back together, to a your undies in a germni get personally involved or disaster could strike ii new person comes into your life by mid- contestant making a very dry Martini for a judge. One contestant week but bear in mind that all that glitters This is(may a month 22 to where june 2Dyou your templed to get involved go to the nearest entered two or three times in the Mr. Pageant, and he didnt win a bundle! There start to mall and buy yourself a brand new wardrobe. is not gold Youll be broke, but very happy; and notice thing. He came back the next year in the Miss Pageant and won the feel the walls closing in and people seem sagittarius crown." Marx said. is still time to talc) demanding. Try and spend more time the clerk helping you pick out your Many would be Mr. contestants often decide not to enter because (let o one and get some of those household pro- (nov 21 to 19) feel they have to have a body by God. Thats also not the case. advertise! Where did all your energy go? It seems like this they iects done. The weekends look better and a soon- wardrobe. This may be a new pal. according to Bradlee. "One year a guy entered who was probably not month you are zapped of all drive and just seem taneous party at a friends house looks promising. came out in his Let the power of Q • Voice Advertising blah. Look at the people around you and see who is taking in the best shape. He was a little heav y. But, when he swimsuit, he wore a beautiful medallion around his neck. Everyone Work for You! Call 414/278-7524 to advantage of you and do something about it. But, tread carefully cancer • (june 22 to july 22) at work where mind games are running rampant. was looking at his medallion and didnt really notice his body. speak with an advertising concierge. He won! Your emotions run high and close to the surface and almost any- Last years Mr. title winner was Jeff Jennings. Jennings electrified NEXT ISSUE: one can hurt your feelings without even trying. However, you Capricorn (dec. 21 to jan. 19) the crowd with a live, gay rendition of Lee Greenwoods "God Bless th(. wont see it that way and may think people are out to get you. Let go of past problems and try to start with a fresh slate. Not USA." Last years Miss winner, Mary Richards, turned the crowd on November 14 Rational thinking is not your strong suit this month, so dont be a easy, particularly since Saturn is making your mind work overtime with her smile and with a terrific lip-sync performance of "Jazz Hot" Deadline: wuss and give it a try. 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The Day After

t was Thursday night. I was home, waiting far my new boyfriend to strippers. 8. Go for a drive, hitting all the crutsy-est areas of town. 9. come over after work. He was supposed arrive before nine. It was Pick up some sleazy looking guy you'll be profoundly embarassed to now ten and my fabulous hair-do had been ready for nearly wake up with in the morning. 10. Repeat steps 2 thru 9 as often three hours! His name was Bob (that's not his real name, of course. his as necessary. real name is Kevin Anderson. he lives at 6829 N. 15th Street: Age: 26, -It can't be that easy," I hear you saying. Well, you're right. he's an Aries, has the cutest butt and makes this funny squeaky noise Everyone reacts differently to losing love. Of course, you'll be comfort- just before he... well, you know). Anywan, he was the man of my ed and given knowing advice by many self-proclaimed relationship dreams, we'd met over two weeks ago. I'd even compulsively purchased experts, most of whom have never dated the same person more than an extra toothbrush for him to use on his overnight visits. twice. Each giving differ~~stimates on how long it will be before The phone rang. It was HIMI He wasn't stopping by. He wouldn't be youre over HIM. able to make it Saturday night either! Brain tumor? Death in the fami- As a rule of thumb, you will be completely over a failed love affair ly? No, even worse ... the truth was he was seeing ANOTHER man and after spending at least $6.000 in therapy, or after finding a new feeling guilty about seeing two people at the same time. He was SORRY. boyfriend, which ever comes first. Dating costs can be almost as expen- I was crushed. HE dumped ME! Now what was I going to do? sive as a therapist, but it's worth every penny if he's a wizard in the The phone rang again ... I forgive you... yes... darling.... oh, oh.... bedroom. "Oh, hello darling..." Revenge is the sweetest way of recovering from a failed relationship. "Darling?", muttered a familiar voice. Use any of the following on your EX and you'll feel better in a matter of "Oh. shit." 1 said. minutes: It was my incredibly —insert airy fabulously complimentary adjective I. Call every!-900 line advertised in any gay magazine, talk like a guaranteed to raise my salary— editor, calling to gently remind me of an huge slut puppy and then give out HIS phone number and address. impending deadline. Couldn't he tell how DEPRESSED I was? I'd just This is especially effective if he still lives with mom. broken up with my LOVER! 2. Ruin his financial health. Rent dozens of movies with embar- "Lover?", he snidely questioned. "You mean one in the endless rassing titles like Dumb and Dumber or Ernest Goes to Camp. Don't for- streak of two week love affair that populates your life?" get to use HIS video membership card. Keep the movies for weeks, let- "Well... (pause to make mocking face) yesssss... that's one way to put ting those late fees pile up, when you finally get around to returning I suppose. But. that doesn't matter. I HAVE WRITER'S BLOCK! I am them, "forget" to rewind them (more late fees!). too depressed. I can't write." 3. Bribe his hairdresser into giving him a hair-do that looks at inEDNESIMITS "Publish or perish. Why don't you write about relationships. you're though it was style with a Cuisinart, speed setting on SHRED. obviously an expert". 4. Becoming romantically involved with any, or all of his ex-lovers. ALL--1111J-C- -click- 5. Leave obscene messages on his answering machine, then start to ANDRINH Maybe I am an expert. laugh. In conclusion, they say that time can heal a broken heart. But. I've Ditiwr miat The end of a relationship (no matter how short the duration) is diffi- found the best way to speed the healing process is by pampering cult. But, there are things you can do to survive. If he's a dirty coward myself. In fact, when Im done with this column. I think Im going to (like Kevin, er... I mean Bob) using the phone as a method of relation- hire one of those new gay cleaning services. The only trouble is, which ship termination, use the following ten step method to resolve your one? lve got it narrowed down to Dust in the Buff or Scrub Naked HOT Men feelings: I. With an angry flourish, slam down the receiver. 2. Have a (leaning. Decisions, decisions. long cry. 3. Write some really bad poetry. 4. Make a martini. 5. HOT Music Absently devour everything in your fridge. include that big 56 oz. jar of C Copyright 1996 by Wells Ink Miracle Whip of undermined age. 6. Head to a local bar. 7. Spend the HOT Times money you were going to buy Grandma's birthday present tipping male

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