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These aren’t exactly sexy times, and normally (and ‘normal’ already seems so long ago), we would be stripping down at pool parties and enjoying the typical and increasing social events of Spring.

But even though our editorial calendar has been amended somewhat during these past weeks, we did keep this one on the list: our swimsuit and underwear issue! Because, although we are not be engaging in sexual activity left and right to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus, we thought it prudent to serve up a little sex – although only in print (and online).

So, we have an exclusive look at ES Collection’s steaming hot VULCANO 2020 collection, and we asked Australian underwear brand Teamm8 to give us a peak their collaboration with Rusty Rabbit, a Sydney coffee hotspot where owners and brothers Jamesray and Joshua show off their bits… sorry, BRIEFS! And that is, as usual, not all in this rather sexy issue of Peach.

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Atlanta Queer Arts Alliance Showcase The Atlanta Queer Arts Showcase event was originally scheduled for April 18, but due to the ongoing pandemic, the members of the Atlanta Queer Arts Alliance (AQUAA) have moved and revamped the event. Instead the event, AQUAA - At Home Together, will be streamed on each participating organization’s Facebook page at a safe distance.

The evening will bring together an unprecedented sampling of work by the six founding members of the Alliance - Voices of Note: The Atlanta Gay Men’s Chorus and the Atlanta Women’s Chorus; OurSong, the Atlanta Gay and Lesbian Chorus; Atlanta Philharmonic Orchestra; Atlanta Freedom Bands; Out Front Theatre Company, Atlanta’s LGBTQ theater company; and Out On Film, Atlanta’s LGBTQ film festival.

As well as readings, performances, musical numbers and a short film, the evening will also feature looks at each company’s upcoming seasons with some special guests involved.

The group formed in the summer of 2019 with the goal to increase efforts to enhance their own and each other’s work, to promote the value of cultural experiences and find additional ways to collaborate with each other and provide space for LGBTQ artists.

Members of the Atlanta Queer Arts Alliance will continually look for opportunities to work together on joint events and fundraisers.

“The queer arts play a huge role in the economic and cultural fabric of Atlanta, the region and the Southeast,” says Jim Farmer,

festival director of Out On Film. “Very few cities in the country can boast that they have a men’s and women’s chorus, a combined chorus, a philharmonic orchestra, a premiere band association, a theater dedicated to LGBTQ work and an Oscar® qualifying LGBTQ film festival in their backyard. The work that we all do serves thousands of patrons each year. At a time when COVID-19 has had a huge, overwhelming effect and put society on hold, we hope ‘AQUAA – At Home Together’ will bolster and serve as a reminder of the work we do as well as the importance of arts culture in our society – and some of the challenges we face.”

WHAT Atlanta Queer Arts Alliance Showcase AQUAA – At Home Together

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WHERE ‘AQUAA – At Home Together’ will be streamed on each participating organization’s Facebook page: facebook.com/OurSongAtlanta/ facebook.com/outonfilmatl/ facebook.com/AGMChorus/ facebook.com/AtlantaWomensChorus/ facebook.com/AtlantaFreedomBands/ facebook.com/outfronttheatre/ facebook.com/atlphilharmonic/

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Although you are confined to your home right now, it doesn’t mean that the music stops.

In fact, music is an excellent way to keep up your spirits, find some comfort in words and melodies, or perhaps even throwing yourself into a one-person dance party! Luckily, many artists have responded to the ongoing pandemic by releasing some great tracks that can impact you in all those ways. Here are a few favorites from LGBTQ (+friendly) artists.

Bright Light Bright Light

This Was My House British Bright Light Bright Light (aka Rod Thomas) is getting ready to bring some light into the world with his brand of 80s-inspired dance floor ready synth-pop. BLBL is already a star in the UK and a major rising act in the states. His newest track, “This Was My House,” a sugar-rush of dancefloor pop from his album Fun City, features Madonna’s longtime backing vocalist duo Niki Haris and Donna De Lory.

Rigel Gemini

I Can’t Rigel, Instagrammer, YouTuber, and LGBTQ+ influencer, takes his first foray into music with the “will-stay-stuck-in-your-head,” self-produced anthem “I Can’t.” With a bumping lead, energetic verses, house disco references, and a sassy ad-lib commentary, the song is sure to command attention. “I Can’t,” tells a relatable and humorous story of today’s social scene.

Sam Smith and Demi Lovato

I’m Ready Sam Smith has paired up with Demi Lovato to bring you powerful pop perfection with the empowering message of being ready to love and be loved. Already, the video has made waves for beautifully blurring gender norms and featuring prominent cameos by LGBTQ+ icons like Valentina, Gigi Goode, and Alok.

ALMA

Stay All Night Queer female pop star Alma teases an amazing album, Have U Seen Her?, due to release fully mid-May with the punk-tinged pop song, ‘Stay All Night.’ A quarantine video accompanies the song, shot and edited on her 16th day of quarantine. ALMA has written songs for the likes of Ariana Grande, Miley Cyrus, Lana Del Ray, Charli XCX, and Tove Lo, to name a few, so her first album in her own name is bound for greatness.

Michael Love Michael

6 Jaguars Empowered queer pop artist Michael Love Michael (preferred pronouns: they/them) just released their brand new single “6 Jaguars’ that blends irresistible hooks, cinematic ‘80s pop sound, and glittery hip-hop beats. The track tells a lavish but tragic story of wealth, privilege, and systemic oppression as a symbol of what prevents American society from progress.

Tove Lo ft. MC Zaac

Are You Gonna Tell Her? From Tove Lo’s amazing album Sunshine Kitty comes ‘Are You Gonna Tell Her?’ – a club-ready and glistening neon production with Latin grinding rhythms that embodies Tove Lo’s free sexual expression and pure musical talent.

Troye Sivan

Take Yourself Home Originally set for release later in the year, Troye considered the song in a new context as he headed home to Australia and a period of isolation. Troye also decided to work with freelance artists struggling to find work in the face of COVID-19 to roll out the visuals of the song and direct funds their way as well. Check out the beautiful lyric video and go to his shop (troyesivanshop.com) to buy the collection of t-shirts developed for the rollout of the song – all proceeds go to support the WHO COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund and Spotify’s COVID-19 Music Relief project.

Serving It Down Under Photography: Rui Jorge Models: Joshua Khoury and Jamesray Khoury Australian underwear brand Teamm8 teamed up with the savvy boys from one of Sydney’s best cafes, The Rusty Rabbit, just a couple of blocks from TEAMM8 HQ and asked them to serve it up with a bit of cheek.

Brothers Jamesray (26) and Joshua (24) have been fuelling the Sydney cafe scene since 2014 at their Forbes and Burton St, Darlinghurst location and followed with a Burwood outing in Sydney’s inner west in 2017. Just as famous for their outstanding coffee and delectable food offerings as they are for their warm and inviting hospitality that have Sydneysiders flocking.

These young achievers certainly have a knack for marketing, turning a cafe into a brand and we love that! Jamesray tackles the business aspect and focuses on design and branding as well as menu development while younger bro Joshua is more hands-on in the day to day running while focusing on social media and marketing. What a dream team! Jamesray and Joshua wear the Collab limited edition Teamm8/Rusty Rabbit Super Low Brief – available at teamm8.com.

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Finding Hope in Crystal City

In the trailer for the new feature-length documentary film _Crystal City_, Rob, who is living with HIV and four years sober, says that during his time dealing and using crystal methamphetamine he discovered “there are addicts everywhere, from people living on the street to business executives of major entertainment companies – from the gutter to the penthouse.”

New York City, which is experiencing a 300–400% surge of crystal meth use, is the backdrop for this gritty, graphic, but ultimately inspiring and hopeful film infused with heart and compassion. It follows 12 gay men over the course of one year, some actively using, others in recovery. (A word of warning: some of the scenes of people smoking and injecting crystal meth may be difficult to watch.)

David Fawcett, author of Lust, Men, and Meth: A Gay Man’s Guide to Sex and Recovery, is interviewed throughout the film, and is also one of the film’s producers. Crystal City is filled with bits of information about things like the origins of crystal meth in the U.S. (known as “mother’s little helper” to housewives during the 1950s) and high-quality animations depicting the science behind the drug, such as how it can alter the dopamine receptors in the brain with continued use.

The power of crystal meth overtakes most users with consistent use, the movie tells us.

10,721 people died from overdoses in the U.S. last year. It’s estimated that 50% of gay men who are using crystal meth will seroconvert, acquiring HIV and other infections such as HCV. “A small percentage of addicts do seek recovery,” says Fawcett. “For them, quitting the drug is just the beginning of their journey.”

Ninety percent of those in recovery will relapse at least once, we are told.

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talk to,” says one individual, “and before, I didn’t have that.” In an almost ironic twist of fate, the community that people discover in recovery is the connection they were initially seeking when they started using in the first place. “I’m damaged goods,” says Rob. “No one’s going to want me – I’m untouchable.”

Crystal meth offers users an exit door, freedom, oblivion, and makes everyone weirdly equal, says another.

It’s not just a gay issue, says Fawcett; it’s a problem for our whole society, and something we need to begin to think about to address.

“The first step is to see what we have in common with a crystal meth user, instead of, ‘Oh, that’s not me, not my problem; it could never be me, why don’t they just get it together.’”

Fawcett encourages us to ask ourselves, “What are the similarities here, what are the vulnerabilities I might share that I see in that other person, and what solutions have they discovered that might be relevant to me?”

The award-winning film, which has been making the film festival circuit over the spring and summer, is available on iTunes and Amazon. Positively Aware magazine asked the film’s director, producer and editor Terrence Crawford, director of Formerly Productions LLC, what his motivation was for making the film and what he hopes it will accomplish.

What inspired you to make this film?

Crystal City began as a 20-minute-long student film for Sam Pollard’s documentary production class [at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts]. At the time, it was called Crystal Clear.

Ultimately, we scrapped and reshot all of the footage when producing the feature, but the basic premise remained the same. Two of the original characters in that short version appear in the 90-minute iteration.

I was inspired to create Crystal City in part because of the persistence of John Maidman, the film’s cinematographer and producer.

After watching my short film, he believed that he could help provide the resources and cinematographic talent necessary to produce a feature-length documentary on recovery from crystal meth addiction in NYC’s gay community.

I personally have been in recovery from crystal meth addiction since early 2015 and share much of the same history as my documentary subjects. Sobriety and the 12-step model of recovery has dramatically improved my life for the better ever since. However, for years, I www.peachatl.com

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This is because crystal meth addiction is a largely taboo subject in conversation and it can be difficult for recovering addicts to be open about their history with loved ones.

In part, lack of representation in film and television plays a major role in the stigma associated with meth addiction. Most other documentaries and scripted films about addiction focus primarily on the tragedy and despair of active using without offering solutions or hope.

I wanted to make a documentary that reduces this stigma by representing a group of crystal meth addicts as talented, resourceful and intelligent people in recovery capable of long-term sobriety and life improvement. My intention is for the general public to relate to these recovering crystal meth addicts, not to pity them as hopeless cases. Crystal City is primarily a call to compassion.

What do you hope people will take away from the film?

I want audiences to leave the theater with a fresh perspective on people in recovery. I hope the audience remembers that crystal meth has been around for over a century – used by heads of state, combat soldiers in World War II, 1950s housewives, and finally by LGBTQ communities. Audience members should understand that methamphetamine releases four times as much dopamine as cocaine and six times as much as sex. So much dopamine is released, in fact, that nearly everyone who repeatedly uses methamphetamine is at risk of becoming dependent, regardless of predisposition. After all, meth addiction impacts people from all walks of life, gay and straight, from the gutter to the penthouse.

Hopefully our audience will relate to these documentary subjects and recognize that addicts in their own lives are capable of success and redemption.

Anything else you would like to add?

I hope viewers aren’t turned off by the heavy subject matter and will give the film a chance. The overall arc of the story is about redemption with a hopeful, uplifting tone.

Also – while this isn’t explicitly covered in the film, harm reduction treatment modalities such as GMHC’s “Recharge” program [in New York City] are receiving the most resources and funding from the city and department of health. The film isn’t opposed to harm reduction because 12-step programs and therapy aren’t necessarily a good fit for every addict. Abstinence should be the ultimate goal in my opinion, but it’s best to meet each person where they are at in their recovery and not to shame them if they are unable to maintain sobriety. As stated in the film, the most effective treatment options tend to involve some sort of community and peer support. It’s very difficult to recover in a vacuum without the help of a supportive social network.

Crystal City is available to stream or purchase on iTunes and Amazon.

Jeff Berry is the editorin-chief of Positively Aware magazine, and Director of Publications at Test Positive Aware Network in Chicago. Find him on Twitter @PAEditor.

This column is a project of Plus, Positively Aware, POZ, The Body and Q Syndicate, the LGBT wire service.

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Give your dog a bath Why wear clothes when washing your best doggie friend?

Meditate Stripping down peels away layers for deeper concentration Write It is liberating and quite lovely!

Clean the house You’ll only get dirty, so why not strip down Exercise Exercise or yoga feels so great when you’re near naked Watch a movie or TV show Your TV doesn’t care Zoom date It’s good way to keep things hot while isolated Eat Get into that food and make a mess!

Sleep Keep it simple!

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VIRGO (AUG. 23 - SEP. 22) When you offer your opinion, you do so with the blunt intensity of a jackhammer. This often leaves people bruised and bloodied – especially when you comment and rant online. Replace your big tool with a wet noodle today. That should be a familiar position for you, and it won’t hurt as much when you start lashing at them.

LIBRA (SEP. 23 - OCT. 22) Couples living together should think twice before working together as well. A little space is needed in any relationship, and sometimes too much togetherness is way too much. Keep your relationship exciting and vital by seeing as little of each other as possible today, even though you are confined to the same house right now.

ARIES (MAR. 21 - APR. 19)

SCORPIO (OCT. 23 - NOV. 21)

Shine a light in your community by standing up for gay rights today. Educate your friends on the magnitude of the issue – especially in these times - and get them to join in too. It’s grass roots efforts like this that get people aware and possibly sway opinions, so use your powers of persuasion by talking to whoever will listen.

Let your partner redecorate today, but keep the kitchen off limits. Some places don’t need a makeover, especially a familiar old friend like your trusty kitchen that functions as your anchor right now. As least you’ll know your way around there, something you might not be able to say about your house once your partner is through with the corona-makeover.

TAURUS (APR. 20 - MAY 20)

SAGITTARIUS (NOV. 22 - DEC. 21)

Vow to be a solid contributor at home today.

Your partner may have been hinting that you’re slacking off on chore duty, so prove him wrong.

Give all your tasks your complete focus today – all your Netflix shows will be there tomorrow too.

Do something for Mother Earth today. By planting an apple tree, you can kill two birds with one stone. Think of the delicious pies you can make with the bounty of apples from your very own tree. Of course, you may have to wait fifteen years for that, but at least you’re on your way.

GEMINI (MAY 21 - JUN. 20)

CAPRICORN (DEC. 22 - JAN. 19)

You want to spend the day doing nothing under the sun, but it may be better to balance it with a bit of house duty in the morning. Take care of some chores that you have been putting off a little too long, and then enjoy the rest of the afternoon in the hammock.

Don’t lose yourself in social networking where people might expect you to be something you’re not. Playing eager to please may be just what they want, and the next thing you’re wearing marionette strings or getting into conflict online. Be your own guy today and go your own way. You’re your own best company today.

CANCER (JUN. 21 - JUL. 22)

AQUARIUS (JAN. 20 - FEB. 18)

Throwing temper tantrums will be no way to get what you want today. In fact, friends who are used to your outbursts will only turn away and laugh. You may have to tone down the Joan Crawford act today, since they’ve seen that movie too many times to take you seriously, and you need your friends so you don’t feel totally isolated.

Your ambition to be a world-famous anything may be tempered by a minimum of talent. But do what you can today to get better. Take a few online classes and learn some new tricks. When you return, you may not yet be a household name, but at least you’re working on it.

LEO (JUL. 23 - AUG. 22)

PISCES (FEB. 19 - MAR. 20)

Today may be fraught with relationship problems, so you’ll have to come up with good solutions while hunkered down together. This will put a taxing toll on you as you’re forced to take control. You’ll be careful of hurting his ego as you manage this crisis, but it could be unavoidable.

You’ll rapidly lose what little focus you start with today. Don’t beat yourself up with your inability to deal with details or problems, and be happy that today is a slow day in quarantine land. Slack about, and then hit up with your pals later on Zoom for some fun. Just don’t tax yourself, please.

Trouble in the love department? With sex? Or just people in general? Send us your queries, questions, and problems, and you’ll get answers served straight up and with a little ice.

I recently moved to the city from the countryside, and I am just getting into the dating scene and having sex and all that. The Internet is a great resource, but I do feel like there are some questions about gay sex that I would like to talk to someone about – especially on how to avoid STDs and practice responsible sex once this pandemic lets us out of our houses again. I did think about talking to my doctor, but he is the family doctor, so I don’t feel comfortable talking to him about this. I am also still under my parent’s insurance, so I don’t feel like I can switch doctors like that. Is there a resource I can go to for this?

Sincerely New Gay In Town

I just got into a massive argument with my best friend, because he was telling me how he was meeting this guy to play tennis, and then afterward, they made out at his house. I, half-jokingly, half-seriously, said that I hope he was prepared to be quarantined for two weeks because he had just exposed himself to the coronavirus, and we got into an argument about sexual behavior and risks during this COVID-19 pandemic. He said that this guy, who worked in healthcare, had isolated himself too, and that they didn’t have sex, so he was fine. I said that this wasn’t the time to hook up with anybody because of the risk and that he had effectively exposed himself by making out with this guy. Plus, my friend is HIV+, so he should be extra careful right now. My friend got really upset with me because he was convinced he was safe, and I kept telling him that he was not, and out of caution, he should strictly quarantine himself for two weeks. So was I completely in the wrong here? Does he have a point? Help me out here, because I am scared that my friend’s behavior is risky – and ultimately, I don’t want him to get sick!

Sincerely Cautious

Dear New Gay In Town Yes, there is a resource for your questions – and it’s a gay doctor! Assuming that your parents know that you are gay, you should be able to tell them that you would feel more comfortable talking to a gay doctor more openly about things you would find difficult to talk to your family physician about. Even if your parents don’t know you’re gay, you should still be able to switch your doctor. You may be under their insurance, but as an adult, you have the right to make that choice for yourself.

Having a gay doctor is a huge advantage, and being able to talk openly about your sex life and choices in a judgment-free environment is ideal for securing that you have optimal health and that you are aware of specific risks. Not saying that non-gay docs won’t be able to do this, but it is nice to be able to openly talk to your doctor about sexual health with someone who has the same scope of reference. So talk to your parents about getting a new doctor and make that switch. Your health will thank you for it.

Dear Cautious Your friend can meet someone to play tennis because you aren’t anyway near each other – but that’s just about where your friend’s rationale ends. Because what he did afterward has indeed put him – and others – at risk. I sincerely hope that he is not embarking on a new (physical) relationship right now; it is simply not the time. I also hope that he has listened to your advice on isolating himself – he shouldn’t be seeing anybody that he saw before this incident. Here’s why: even though he has been isolating himself, he has now introduced someone into his world that could be carrying this virus. This guy even works in healthcare, which means he is likely already exposed more to the virus than others. Even though this guy is asymptomatic, he can still carry the virus, and because your friend made out with him, he is now exposed. And he even brought him into his house, which means this virus that can live on surfaces for days can be anywhere.

The rules are right now are simple: no sex (which includes making out!) with anyone outside your household.

And if you have a compromised immune system, as your friend, the recommendation is even no sex with anyone!

I hope that you get a chance to talk to revisit this with your friend again, and hopefully, he will listen this time.

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