"I Was Wearing Face Shields Before It Was A Thing"

The Look
Lady Gaga

This past Sunday the MTV Video Music Awards happened. "No" I didn't watch, from the looks of things perhaps I should have. At least they acknowledged the Pandemic (unlike a certain orange piece of fecal matter I can think of) - and looks like they put on a great show in spite of it (it's amazing how restrictions can trigger creativity) 

Giving birth to the quote "I Was Wearing Face Shields Before It Was A Thing" that was uttered by the star of the evening Lady Gaga. Gaga made her entrance paying homage to iconic VMA Statue and proceeded to make masks fashion and fun throughout the rest of the affair.

Thus I am leaving you with Lady Gaga giving us mask fashion realness and providing levity during the Pandemic that is still afoot. You're Welcome 😎

Gaga on IG -

https://www.instagram.com/ladygaga/?hl=en  

Monday Motivation

Rolling In The Deep
Adele

Like basically everyone I have put on some weight during the Pandemic, and like basically everyone I am now working on losing it. Well there are some individuals who actually became svelter during this time. One of them happens to be Adele.

While I liked curvy Adele just fine, and judging by here album and concert sales everyone else did too. Her weight loss is the Monday Motivation to inspire mine that I, and perhaps you need (I can't speak to what inspires you, I can only speak to your love for Adele.)

My guess is Adele lost the pounds for herself, without pressure from the entertainment industry since being heavier never stopped her from becoming a superstar.

Therein lies the key to weight loss Minions, trust me from one who lost 50 lbs. you have to be ready to rumble with your bad self and make yourself submit to your desire. 

Monday Motivation indeed, so be it!

Adele on IG -

https://www.instagram.com/adele/?hl=en 

"Best Sex"

 

Peppermint
Photo:
Magnus Hastings

Peppermint - the trailblazing actress, singer, reality star, and activist who continues to defy limitations is set to release her brand new album, A Girl Like Me: Letters To My Lovers  October 16  via PEG Records/Warner Music Group/ADA. A Girl Like Me: Letters To My Lovers is the first in a trilogy of album releases about the three stages of Peppermint’s most recent relationship with Entertainment Tonight giving an exclusive first look of Behind The Scenes/In The Studio footage HERE

 

The album Trilogy took over a year to complete and focuses on Peppermint’s personal diary set to music with Volume 1 tackling the subjects of flirtation, lust and love. Watch Peppermint Behind The Scenes/In The Studio HERE Pre-order the new album here:  lnk.to/Pre-Letters

 

“Best Sex” will be the lead track and is slated for release October2 -  Peppermint states -“”Best Sex” - a song for and about the fuqbois and my addiction to them. "As much as I hate to admit it,the best distraction from the search for love is good sex."”

 

A Girl Like Me: Letters To My Lovers also features a gorgeous cover of the Carole King classic, “Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow.” "Obviously, I'm a Carole King fan. I love the lyrics, which I think are incredibly relatable in queer relationships and encounters as well as casual moments that may or may not turn into something more. The possibility of a relationship is usually inhibited by social stigma and fear of being seen in public with a trans woman." says Peppermint. 

I Want Candy
Photo:
James Michael Avance

Peppermint’s star continues to rise thanks to her smashing success as the first out trans contestant to be cast on RuPaul’s Drag Race (Season 9) where she finished as runner-up in one of the series’ most-talked-about finales Click HERE. Soon after, her talent led her to become the first trans woman to originate a principal musical role (Pythio) on Broadway in the hit Head Over Heels. 

 

In addition, Peppermint recently reunited the Broadway cast of Head Over Heels to perform a medley of Go Go’s hits to help raise funds for the Ali Forney Center which benefits the nation's largest homeless LGBTQ organization.  Appearing in the video alongside Peppermint are cast members Amber Ardolino, Sharon Catherine Brown, Tom Alan Robins, Andrew Durand, Yurel Echezarreta, Lisa Finegold, Brian Flores, Ari Groover, Tanya Haglund, Arica Jackson, Taylor Iman Jones, Jeremy Kushnier, Gregory Liles, Gavin Lodge, Bonnie Milligan,  Samantha Pollino, Justin Prescott, and Rachel York, among others, including Go-Go's members Charlotte Caffey, Belinda Carlisle, Gina Schock, Kathy Valentine, and Jane Wiedlin.  Watch the performance HERE

 

Peppermint can currently be seen in OUTtvgo’s new show “Translation.”    In this weekly roundtable talk series, former contestants of RuPaul’s Drag Race; Peppermint, Jiggly Caliente, Sonique, and Carmen Carrera sit together to discuss various topics including politics and dating as they relate to their trans identities.

 

Check out Peppermint in all her fabulous glory HERE

 

Peppermint joins Bob the Drag Queen on The Pit Stop

@peppermint247

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"Body Politics"

Ace Harper
Photo:
Matt Petranovic

Choreographer, singer-songwriter, visual artist and fashion designer Ace Harper releases her brand new single & video for "Body Politics" via Sonic Pill Label.  Click HERE

 

"I wrote “Body Politics” about having autonomy over one’s body as a woman. I see all women as beautiful. Every color, size, and age. Radical self love and acceptance of others is the new punk rock. If you aren’t here for inclusivity you are going to be left behind. This song is a celebration of imperfection and authenticity! I am vehement about empowering all women and sharing my own life experience. There has never been a better time for females to be bold and to lead in every industry. It’s an exciting time.” says Ace 

Ace’s journey began in Oklahoma. As a child she studied ballet and then later was asked to travel the US assisting top choreographers. She traded the Midwest for Los Angeles and spent years as a professional dancer working with a myriad of music legends such as Lenny Kravitz, Jennifer Lopez, Duran Duran and famed director David LaChapelle to name a few. In the midst of her dance career she constantly wrote songs and collected ideas, quietly assembling a sound of her own.

 

After a storied career in the dance world, Ace started creative directing her own stage shows. Performance art, fashion, and visuals now encapsulates Ace’s kaleidoscope of creativity. 

 

Ace is married to Rock n Roll Hall of Fame drummer Matt Sorum of Guns N Roses and Velvet Revolver, so glamour, travel, and excess is in her blood.  Learn more about Ace here: http://www.aceharper.com/music

 

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National Red Wine Day

Bottoms Up 😉
Ian Somerhalder

T.G.I.F! After the week we have all collectively participated in I bet each and every one of us could use a drink. Can I get a Cheers to that?

Well as luck would have, after a week were the BS is thick, today is National Red Wine Day, stem glass up Minions.

Personally Red Wine is my favorite adult beverage, especially Cabernet Sauvignon. My apologies to Merlot, Sweet Red (ugh) and other similar red blends.

As luck would have it we also get some Eye Candy along with the delectable liquid escape. You've got it it's Ian Somerhalder imbibing in a glass of CS, get lost in his eyes and stay for the wine.

Seriously with those intense baby blues one gets why he was cast as seductive vampire Damon Salvatore om The Vampire Diaries. Yeah, I need to clam down, let the Cabernet Sauvignon flow!

Learn more about High Holy Day here:

https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-red-wine-day-august-28/  

Michael's Musings

Basic Beotch
Michael Shinafelt

 Since I have not been watching the RNC (like, duh, did you think I would?!) and we need some levity, let's discuss The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, shall we? "Yes" we shall! My takeaway from last night's season finale? Not sure what really went down (entendre intended) between Denise Richards and Brandi Glanville, but the one thing I do know is they were closer friends than Denise let on. OK we've got this!

Wake up and eat a cold biscuit, just do it!

If you are having a baby is it still alright to talk to Serial Killers? Asking for a friend...

For all you RHONY fans: What are WE doing here without Dorinda?!

Let's hit the Methdone Clinic.All in favor raise your hands

Thinking about the good times

Is it a coincidence that a hurricane is slamming the country at the same time as the RNC???

This week I discovered I'd rather have a needle in my arm than a swab up my nose

Remember it's not Adam and Steve, It's Adam and Eve...and a pool boy named Giancarlo

Woman Crush of the Week - Ellie Goulding. Why? Do you really have to ask after seeing her in this outfit?!?!

Saw Tori Spelling guest star on a rerun of Saved By The Bell this past weekend. What does this mean? Nothing it just is.

I am the great Cornholio! 

Why are we discussing Kamala's dating history? No one seems to care what guys Pence dated before he married his Mother

If you want to meditate, download an app for meditation. You'll never have to use it after that.

Speaking of which ________ fill in the blank and give it a name

Give it up do as I say here:

https://www.instagram.com/michaelshinafelt/?hl=en

https://twitter.com/MShinafelt  

Hump Day & Chill

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