Brisbane Hip Hop Artist Miss Blanks Talks Her Proud Samoan Heritage And Trans Visibility
Commanding, captivating and confronting, Brisbane-born hip-hop artist Miss Blanks is shaking things up in the Australian music industry as a highly visible, unapologetic trans woman of colour. As she sits down to chat with Michael James, her confidence is immediate and infectious. Hailing from Brisbane’s southside, Miss Blanks’ unique Dutch and Samoan heritage creates a …
Brisbane Pride Festival Headliner Anthony Callea Talks New Music And Loyal Fans
Anthony Callea first burst onto the national stage on Australian Idol in 2004 and since his debut, he’s forged an enviable career spanning fourteen years. He’ll return to Brisbane to headline this year’s Brisbane Pride Festival Fair Day and sat down for a chat with Michael James on the Gold Coast stop of his recent …
REVIEW: Monster Shark Thriller ‘The Meg’ Is Implausible But Great Fun
There’s always something great about an awesome, terrible horror movie and The Meg delivers this greatness in spades. Born from the ashes of Jaws and Deep Blue Sea, this oceanic horror leaps from the depths of the sea and onto the screen with great thrust and drive as it attempts to reignite our fears of …
REVIEW: Enjoy The A-List Treatment At The Star Gold Coast
Sometimes I really need to escape, just for a night – to get away from the everyday and enjoy the finer things in life, but it can be a tricky finding somewhere not too far from home while feeling like you’ve had a relaxing escape. Ten years ago, a night away at the casino might …
Tim Campbell Talks Marriage Equality, His New Album And Covering Kylie Minogue
Tim Campbell has been a regular face on Australian TV screens since the 1990s. His career has taken him from soap opera, to game show hosting, TV dramas and now his current career in music. As he prepares for the release of his second studio album he sat down with Michael James to chat about …
WATCH: Christine Anu Talks New Stage Role And Her Family In The Queer Community
Christine Anu is an iconic voice in the Australian music scene. Originating from Queensland, she’s known for everything from her classic hits “My Island Home” and “Party” to her extensive time on the national stage. Most recently, she took to the stage for the closing ceremony of the Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast and …
Queensland Drag Queens Reveal Their All-Time Favourite Cher Moments
The unstoppable Cher is returning to Australia this September for her first Queensland show in more than a decade. The gay icon helped revellers celebrate Sydney Mardi Gras’ 40th anniversary but her upcoming Brisbane concert will be her first since her “Living Proof” farewell tour in 2005. On her Here We Go Again tour, fans …
Anthony Callea To Bring New Tour To The Gold Coast
He is one of the most recognisable voices in the country, can deliver a power ballad like no other and has covered some of the most iconic songs in the world throughout his music career. From humble beginnings on Australian Idol, Anthony Callea has proven himself a force to be reckoned with, with a string …
Bingham Cup 2018: Brisbane Hustlers Prepare To Take On The World
The Brisbane Hustlers gay and inclusive rugby team are making their final preparations to compete in the 2018 Bingham Cup in Amsterdam this June. The Bingham Cup is also known as the world championships of gay and inclusive rugby. The tournament was inspired by 9/11 hero, Mark Bingham, who was on Flight 93 which crashed …
Here’s A Great Way To Treat Your Mum This Mother’s Day
Finding the perfect thing to get Mum for Mother’s Day can be exhausting. There’s only so many gift vouchers, candles and flowers you can get her before it starts to feel a little overdone. Sometimes it’s more interesting to find a different experience, something that will make her feel just a bit more special and …