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That’s what gogo dancing is for me, personally. While the money can be great, it can also be crap. The joy I have in dancing and being a part of the entertainment for the evening is what drives me to stay dancing. It’s a job, yes. It can be physically taxing and exhausting, but at the end of the night when the lights come on in the club and people

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I have had my fair share of fun gogo dancing throughout the country for some larger and smaller events, but I have to say that these dancers caught my attention at various Bear Runs and bar events; so watch out for them. They are all sexy as hell but beyond that, they are some of the nicest people that I have met on my travels. Meet some dancers that I like to call friends and some, family!

BARNABYSDADDY

AGE: LATE 50S

LOCATED: PALM SPRINGS, CA

PRONOUNS: HE/HIM

FAVORITE SONG TO DANCE TO: GROOVEJET BY PURPLE DISCO MACHINE

SOCIAL MEDIA

INSTAGRAM: @BARNABYSDADDY

IN CELEBRATION OF GEORGE MICHAEL’S ICONIC ALBUM OLDER

“OLDER IS MY GREATEST MOMENT” – GEORGE MICHAEL

Written, arranged and produced by George Michael, Older saw George exploring new music, as he reflected on life, loss and pain with, ultimately, the redemptive power of love triumphing over everything

Originally released in the UK on May 13, 1996 through Virgin Records, Older, George Michael's iconic album, reached the pinnacle of chart success, where it remained for three consecutive weeks, spending 35 weeks in the top 10 overall. The album produced six singles, two of which - "Fastlove" and the haunting "Jesus To A Child" - reached No.1, with the other four peaking in the top three. The album was a huge global commercial success, going 6x platinum in the UK, as well as verified platinum in another 22 countries – an achievement which is unparalleled to this day.

Older was George’s third album as a solo artist and would see him experimenting with new musical styles and expanding his artistic horizons. Hailed by critics as a triumph, it told the story of an extraordinary period in the life of the man who wrote, recorded and produced it, as he journeyed through one of the most turbulent periods of his professional and personal life. George channeled all his painful life experiences into one of the most personal, heart-felt albums he had ever written.

Older will be released on July 8, 2022

Also available: 2LP / CD / Digital

This beautiful new box-set is a treasure for fans and includes Older, newly mastered from original tapes and pressed on 180gsm vinyl across 2LPs for superior audio quality with expanded artwork. The set also includes Upper for the first time ever on vinyl, as well as Older and Upper on CD. Presented in a rigid double slipcase, this package contains 5 CDs and 3 LPs. Also included is a 12” x 12” 48-page book, The Story of Older, featuring a brand-new essay by Dan Davies recounting the stories behind the album with contributions from key people who helped make the record, plus rare and previously unseen photos. The set also includes 3 12” x 12” art prints of George.

Pre-Order at https://georgemichael lnk to/Older

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THE BEAR NECESSITIES

by Scott King

Lions and tigers and bears, but why

Once upon a time, I was a twink. My skinny jeans weren’t called skinny jeans. They were just called jeans.

I shaved my face once every 36 hours, and I shaved my chest once a month before going out to the cluuuub. I was young. I was dumb. I was clean-cut on the surface, at least.

I had a friend at work, waiting tables, who was a bear. A cub, to be exact. He and his partner were really into the bear culture. They told me all about it. They said everyone was welcome. I said hmmmm.

So I googled it. There were bears in there and otters, cubs, wolves, foxes, and a whole petting zoo’s worth of intrigue.

I dug deeper. What does it all mean? Yes, bears look like this, cubs look this, and otters this, but is there something more?

Not that I could figure. But that’s okay.

Labels don’t mean anything. They just give things a shape. A brand. That’s okay. That could be useful. But form precedes meaning or substance or label. I see a guy as hot. Then I see the color of his skin and his eyes and his lips and his teeth and his hair and his hairs’ strategic or not so strategic placement on his body.

I see the whole package before I decide whether or not I want to unwrap it.

Lifehack. If you want to get with me, do not scream GINGER at me from across the bar. That will get you nothing but a knuckle sandwich. Metaphorically of course. We now live in a post Will Smith world.

Speaking of packages, bear culture

should used to celebrate, not to exclude. It’s the paradox of pride. What have you are you proud of and whom are you excluding from your group? Hopefully no one.

I know I know I also want to bake a cake made of rainbows and hugs and smiles and serve everyone in the world of a slice. But seriously. Be proud of who you are but not to the exclusion of people who are different from you. That’s the whole impact of bear culture, right? Labels should expand categories of identity, not reduce them.

Right before I moved to Atlanta in 2010, I grew out my beard. Everyone I knew was like damn gurl you look amazing. I was like I know. I wasn’t trying to fit a look or label or brand. It was just right. The red brought out the blue in my eyes.

Then I move to Atlanta. I would go out to the club and people would come up and hug me and say I love you. I was like I love you too. Nice to meet you. They all thought I was Tim Kruger. Everything happens for a gay reason.

The next Halloween I tried to dress up as Tim Krueger. It didn’t work. People were like why are you naked, ginger?

We’re all naked. Everything we put on - weather it be clothes, attitudes, labels or beards - is drag. And that drag, eventually, in its many facets, becomes the identity, an identifying marker.

But that drag change. Or it can stay the same. Life is very long, and there are many options in the great shopping mall of identity and brand.

And so, the moral of the story is, be yourself, self-actualize, celebrate yourself even, but don’t get swallowed up in the matrix of labels and identity. Always be fluid. Always be ready. And always always be underdressed.

Happy bear pride. To EVERYONE.

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GOGO BEARS, GOGO BEARS, GOGO BEARS, OH

MY! OH MY! OH MY!

By: Christopher Gonzalez LaCorte

I grew up a dancer.

I remember stepping into many dance classes when I was younger and teachers would tell me that I would never be a professional dancer because of my size. Despite what I was told, I managed to dance for numerous dance companies and even started my own at the age of 17 and kept it running for ten years before teaching college and then moving to Atlanta.

All the while, I remember going to the bars with friends and this new found family that essentially took me in for an adventure that will last a lifetime: finding myself. I merged worlds by dancing to the music that echoed through the speakers of the Parliament House in Orlando and various bars around the country. I remember going out one night with my company members and two of them mentioned that they had gogo danced in college while studying in their respective dance departments. While there is a stigma associated with gogo dancing and assumptions that it is all sexual, I came to find out that was not the case.

There are elements of technique that come into play while working on a box like situational and body awareness. There were improvisational techniques that I had learned in class that applied: listen to the music and allow that to move through your body, pay attention to tempo, cadence, staccato versus smooth music, transitional elements. Most importantly, I loved the connection that dance brought people.

When you’re onstage in a theatre the lights cast such a blinding light that it makes it almost impossible to see anyone in the audience, but in a club it’s different. You can see the faces of the crowd in front of you. They look to you and see you sharing your joy with the attendees. You are a light for some of them, and even more so as a bigger bodied dancer at bear parties. You represent what a lot of party goers want: the confidence and freedom to be themselves without any sense of shame or body dysmorphia, and while myself and other dancers definitely go through those moments of self deprecation there are also the moments we connect, inspire and bring joy.

BUNNY

AGE: 33

LOCATED: FORT LAUDERDALE, FL

PRONOUNS: HE/SHE/THEY

FAVORITE SONG TO DANCE TO: DONT BE SHY BY KAROL G & TIËSTO

BARNABYSDADDY

AGE: LATE 50S

LOCATED: PALM SPRINGS, CA

PRONOUNS: HE/HIM

FAVORITE SONG TO DANCE TO: GROOVEJET BY PURPLE DISCO MACHINE

SOCIAL MEDIA

INSTAGRAM: @BARNABYSDADDY

TWITTER: @1BARNABYSDADDY

ONLYFANS: @BARNABYSDADDY

SOCIAL MEDIA: @BUNNYFETISHOFFICAL

CRUZE

AGE: 27

LOCATED: DAYTON, OH

PRONOUNS: THEY/THEM

FAVORITE SONG TO DANCE TO: ANYTHING KE$HA

SOCIAL MEDIA:

INSTAGRAM: @PUPCRUZE

TWITTER: @MOOPUPCRUZE

HUNTER HARDEN

AGE: 36

LOCATED: SALT LAKE CITY, UT

PRONOUNS: HE/HIM

FAVORITE SONG TO DANCE TO: ANYTHING 90S

SOCIAL MEDIA

INSTAGRAM: @HUNTERHARDEN

TWITTER: @HUNTERHARDEN86

PODCAST: @THE REAL HOUSEBEARS

Photo by Zach Bellman @campybearphoto on Instagram

DANNY J. AGE: 42

LOCATED: BRONX, NY

PRONOUNS: HE/HIM

FAVORITE SONG TO DANCE TO: GET YOUR QUEER ON BY GSP & NINA FLOWERS

SOCIAL MEDIA INSTAGRAM: @DANJIMZ

TUCKER AGE: 33

TONY VEGA

AGE : 37

LOCATED: FORT LAUDERDALE, FL

PRONOUNS: HE, HIM, HIS FAVORITE SONG TO DANCE TO: ANYWHERE WE GO BY DJ LAG & SHEKHINAH

SOCIAL MEDIA: @TONYVEGAXXX ON TWITTER/ INSTAGRAM

LOCATED: SEATTLE, WA

PRONOUNS: ANY

FAVORITE SONG TO DANCE TO: LOOK BUT DONT TOUCH FROM EMPIRE

SOCIAL MEDIA: INSTAGRAM: @TUCKERSTARR33

Silas is Golden

Helix Studio’s Newest

Stud is Lighting Up Small Screens

By Robbie Todoro

Born and raised in Sin City, Silas Brooks made his adult film star debut in the Helix film, Finally You. Since then, he has appeared in popular movies including Hook Up Stories Homebodies, and his latest, Tech Support, where he stars as a tech hottie who is hired to fix Seth Peterson and Aiden Garcia’s “slow computer”. In real life, Brooks is something of a computer wizard, at least when it comes to graphic design. He enjoys animating, soccer, and swimming. We got to know him a little more at his home in Las Vegas.

How would you describe yourself in three words?

Funny, caring, and, I don’t know… fun?

Who is the love of your life?

That’s easy. Lil babies, my Pitbull pup! He’s a blue nosed Pitbull and loves people. He is super friendly to everyone!

What do you love most about living in Las Vegas?

I was born and raised here and I just love how unique the city is. There’s a lot of fun to be had here and not just in the gay bars, although they’re fun too! There are plenty of jobs in Vegas, especially in hospitality and nightlife.

Did you enjoy your childhood?

Honestly, my childhood was kind of dysfunctional. My mom and dad fought constantly. They never married. I lived full time with my Dad and spent weekends with my mother.

Were you playing soccer outside with the neighborhood kids or was it more likely to find you indoors animating?

It was more likely to find me inside on the computer.

What kind of animation do you do?

3D computer-generated imagery.

Do you aspire to be a CGI artist?

Yes! I want to get into 3D CGI art, special effects, game development, digital art and stuff like that. That’s hopefully my endgame after porn.

Let’s discuss that. How did you find your way into adult film?

When I turned 18, I started applying to all the top studios.

Why did you choose to sign with Helix?

It was the obvious best choice for me. I love everyone who works at Helix! It’s such a friendly environment and everything is done so professionally and with the fans and talent in mind.

Have you become close friends with any of the guys at Helix?

Yes, I would consider a bunch of them to be close friends. Garret (Kinsley), Kai (Taylor), Jacob (Hansen), Seth (Peterson), and Travis (Stevens) are all super fun to hang with. We all have so much fun when they come to Vegas to shoot, both on camera and off.

Spill the tea on your favorite scene partner!

That’s a tough one! If I had to name one, I think I would probably have to say Sam Ledger.

Why Sam?

He was so easy to work with and man, he is a good performer!

What is something fans would be surprised to learn about you? Maybe that I’m bisexual?

Do your friends and family support your adult film career?

I haven’t told any of them!

No one has made the discovery yet? Not that I’m aware of. If they have, no one has told me!

What’s left to do on your life’s bucket list? So much! But the really big thing I still have left to do is finish school. It’s top on my list.

Did you enjoy school?

Not particularly. High school was not a good time for me. I found it to be really underwhelming. But I think college will be different.

Where do you see yourself in five years? Hopefully working in game development and/or doing graphic design work at a major studio.

What celeb would you welcome sliding into your DMs?

Lil Nas X. I love his music and he is pretty bad ass.

What famous person, living or dead, would you most like to have dinner with?

Gordon Ramsey so he can make the dinner.

Final message to fans?

I really just want to say thanks to everyone out there who supports me and enjoys the content I put out. I will keep trying my best! I especially love all the nice letters I receive from fans at Helix Studios. They’re always fun to read and I do read them.

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ARIES: In order to win the battles that are going to happen this week, you need to be logical in your approach. Agree to an extent, but make sure that the “ideas” that occur are made to be that of the stubborn leader. Make them think they came up with it. Win.

TAURUS: You have been trying so desperately to show people who you truly are but you keep holding back for whatever reason. Why do you continue to allow others to dictate how and when you shine? Shine bright, boo. Dont stop now.

GEMINI: You have an unexpected bonus or gift coming this week which is EXACTLY what you need to add some more pep in your step this week. If you can focus on the energy that this perk gives you, then crank out as much work as possible and get yourself ahead.

CANCER: You made a mistake within the past 24 hours that you feel like you need to correct, and if you correct it quick enough, no-one will notice what happened. However, if you let things slide right now then you might have to worry about the repercussions. Act fast.

LEO: You want to make a bold decision this week, but is it really the time for you to try it? We think that because of some uncertainty in your life right now you might want to take seat and ride this week out. Let’s see what transpires and if the offer is still there next week, take it.

VIRGO: You love helping people; primarily because when you help someone you can get your way and since you’re a perfectionist… why not? But, this week everyone is going to need something from you and you need to slow your roll or you are going to burn out.

LIBRA: If you want to see the world from a balanced place, then you need to start with yourself this week. Have you been as kind to yourself as you believe the world should be to each other? True change starts from within, so take a moment to reflect and love yourself FIRST.

SCORPIO: You are on complete edge this week and you have had enough, but before you end up biting someone’s head off think about a better way to solve the issue. Can you talk things out with the person that is causing all of the issues or do you need to go to a supervisor?

SAGITTARIUS: Stop waiting for something external to bring you satisfaction. Take that as you will, but until you realize that you can bring yourself just as much pleasure as someone or something else, then you will continue to feel unfulfilled. Take matters into your own hands… wow, that was a huge sexual innuendo.

CAPRICORN: Try and try again. Do not think that just because you didn’t get something right on the first try that you need to give up and let that be the end of the road. You can always learn and you need to remember that just because you missed a step or got something incorrect, it’s not the end of the world.

AQUARIUS: Someone hurt you a long time ago. It’s time to let that ish go. You are better than that, aren’t you? YES! So why are you still so hung up on letting people get the better of you? Move on. They’re not worth it but you keep them in your mind… so they are winning.

PISCES: You and someone very close to you have much more in common than you may think. While you are nervous about opening up to someone right now, realize that it may do more good than harm. When you open up to them they might see you in a different light, and that is all you need right now to breathe a bit easier.

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APRIL 13th - APRIL 19th

Spring Ciders & Spirits @ Urban Tree Cidery | April 15th (4 PM - 10 PM)

Hop into Spring at Urban Tree Cidery! Enjoy handcrafted cider cocktails featuring spirits from Savannah's Ghost Coast Distillery.

Meet the team behind the spirits! Ghost Coast will be on site with FREE swag/giveaways. Menu is TBD and will be posted here soon.

The G8YTIES 80s Dance Party @ Heretic | April 15th (10 PM)

DJ Mike Pope is back spinning all your favorite 80's dance hits including Girls just want to have fun, Like a prayer, Safety Dance, Hungry like the Wolf, Come Go With Me, Let's Dance, Facinated, You spin me right round, I wanna dance with somebody, Let the music play, and more. Come Ready to dance!!!

Come early, stay late

$10 cover all night long.

Joyride - Deep South + Yeahbuzzy @ Boggs Social and Supply | April 16th (125 PM)

Join Deep South & Yeahbuzzy April 16 from Noon-5 at Bogg's Social & Supply for a daytime music and market event that is part of ShEaster weekend. Queer vendors will set up shop and Deep South resident DJs will give afternoon disco vibes the Westside.

Skate, Dance, Shop, Bike, Boogie

This is a free event with southern spring vibes, great music, supporting local small businesses and cold drinks. We look forward to seeing you!

Music by:

Alexis Curshé

Brian Rojas

Vicki Powell

For vending opportunites please email buzz@yeahbuzzy.com with the following information:

- Business name

- Description of items being sold

- Business website

- Venmo username

- Last 4 digits of phone number

Food-O-Rama @ Grant Park | April 16th (12 Noon)

We are ecstatic to be bringing a Food-O-Rama festival back to Atlanta’s historical Grant Park this spring! The greenery at Grant Park has welcomed countless food festivals over the years, and it is with great excitement that we are announcing our return April 16th 2022. With our vegan alley in addition to our regular food trucks, this festival is an absolute must for anyone that has wanted to see more vegan-friendly options at food festivals. With over 50 food trucks and restaurants, you won't want to.

Sip N Shop Pop-UP @ Guacy Y Margy's Midtown | April 16th (1 - 6 PM)

On Saturday, April 16th, join us for our first Sip 'n' Shop pop-up market featuring local artists, makers and creators! Get a marg and shop til you drop!

ADMISSION IS FREE!

We are looking to add more artists, so hit us up if you're interested in being a part of this event! This event will be at the Midtown location near Piedmont Park.

ATL 4 Ukraine Rally & Fundraiser @ FUTURE | April 16th (2 PM - 8 PM)

JJoin us in this demonstration to show that here in Atlanta, we not only care for each other, but we care for people around the world. And whether we have met you or not, you are part of our family and you will always have a home here in Atlanta. We see you, we hear you, we love you, and we support you. We stand with Ukraine!

The day will be packed with speeches, performances, demonstrations, and music, along with opportunities to raise money and supplies to help those in Ukraine and end this war and humanitarian crisis.

Thank you for supporting us and supporting Ukraine.

With love, ATL

Easter Sunday Drag Races @ Heretic | April 16th (3 - 10 PM)

The Easter Drag Races are back! This year, we will host on SATURDAY, April 16th at the Heretic! All the games you love and shenanigans galore, just a new day and a new location! Can't wait to see you there, so mark your calendar for April 16th and get ready to party! Special thanks to our sponsor, Tito's Vodka, The Official Sponsor of the Easter Drag Races.

But wait, there's more! We have special guests for this one! All the way from Athens best cruisy spots, The Divines - Kellie and Lori! And all the way from Dekalb County Jail, the incomparable Misti Shores!

Brigitte Bidet's Sweet Tea Dance @ Hideaway | April 17th (3 PM)

It's Easter Sunday and Company's Coming! Brigitte Bidet, along with Frankie will be throwing a Tea Dance, Sweet with Fun and Games. The Hideaway goes Outside for Sunday Funday with Bars and Entertainment. Get your Bonnets ready for the Biggest Easter Bonnet Contest in Midtown. Ready to Hunt those Easter eggs filled with over $500 in Prizes? Dj Rob Reum will be spinning the Mixes outside and then going inside for a Sunday Night KiKi.

Jesus Christ Superstar @ The Fox Theatre | April 19th (6:30 PM)

Celebrating its 50th Anniversary, a new mesmerizing production of the iconic musical phenomenon returns to the stage. Originally staged by London’s Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre and helmed by the acclaimed director Timothy Sheader (Crazy for You, Into the Woods) and cutting-edge choreographer Drew McOnie (King Kong, Strictly Ballroom), this production won the 2017 Olivier Award for Best Musical Revival garnering unprecedented reviews and accolades. Appealing to both theater audiences and concert music fans, this production pays tribute to the historic 1971 Billboard Album of the Year while creating a modern, theatrical world that is uniquely fresh and inspiring.

Dear Peach,

I have always been an admirer of guys who are bigger than me; the bears primarily. However, because I have a smaller frame and don’t even cut it as an “otter” people always seem to look down on me whenever I go to bear parties and try to socialize. Why do people have to exclude me just because I dont look like them? Any advice?

Uh, yeah. Fuck those people.

You are free to occupy whatever space, whenever you want. Just because people feel the need to associate with others who look like them does not mean that your presence should be diminished from those spaces as well. There are many guys who like bigger guys, and there shouldn’t be any shame in it whatsoever

Some people have skeletons deep in their closet but they will be the first to judge you because you’re an “easier” target than tackling their own demons. Let that just roll right off your shoulders and you go find yourself a bear!

They just came out of hibernation; so have your pick baby!