New Music: Micah McLaurin ‘How Can I’

Micah McLaurin releases new music video "How Can I"

Out pop artist and virtuoso pianist Micah McLaurin drops the music video for his soul-baring single “How Can I.”

Symbolizing the turmoil of clinging to who you are, “How Can I” mirrors Micah’s own journey of grappling with forgiving his religious parents who repeatedly rejected him for who he is. Continue reading “New Music: Micah McLaurin ‘How Can I’”

Catherine O’Hara (“Home Alone,” “Schitt’s Creek”) Dead At 71

Emmy, Golden Globe, and SAG Award winner Catherine O'Hara has died at the age of 71.

I am stunned by the news that Catherine O’Hara,  best known for her roles in  “Schitt’s Creek,” “Home Alone,” and “Beetlejuice,” and as a member of the groundbreaking Canadian sketch comedy series “S.C.T.V.,” has died.

The Emmy, Golden Globe, and SAG Award winner was 71. Continue reading “Catherine O’Hara (“Home Alone,” “Schitt’s Creek”) Dead At 71″

New Music: DJ Bill Bennett Challenges An ‘Upside Down World’

DJ Bill Bennett in his powerful music video "Upside Down World"

Acclaimed music producer DJ Bill Bennett recently released his new music video “Upside Down World,” an emotionally-charged anthem of pride inspired by the removal of the rainbow memorial crosswalk outside the Pulse Nightclub in Orlando, Florida. Continue reading “New Music: DJ Bill Bennett Challenges An ‘Upside Down World’”

2026 Dorian Film Award Nominations Announced

One Battle After Another leads GALECA's Dorian Film Awards nominations with 9 nods

GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics, one of the largest entertainment journalists organization in the world, today announced the group’s 2026 Dorian Film Award nominations for the best in mainstream and LGBTQ-themed productions. Continue reading “2026 Dorian Film Award Nominations Announced”

New Year’s Eve: Maureen McGovern ‘The Morning After’

Maureen McGovern in 2018 at Birdland Jazz Club in NYC

As we close out the year that was 2025, I wanted to leave you with one musical moment of hope.

When I was a young pup growing up in the 1970s, so-called “disaster films” became the rage. One of the early movies to establish the trend was the 1972 film The Poseidon Adventure, which follows a cast of characters on New Years’ Eve trying to survive a capsized luxury ship struck by a tidal wave.

You see the metaphor I’m working with here, yes?… Continue reading “New Year’s Eve: Maureen McGovern ‘The Morning After’”

Connor Storrie’s Self-Acceptance Arc Is A Beautiful Thing

Connor Storrie (screen capture)

Connor Storrie, who plays Russian hockey player Ilya Rozanov in the gay romance/drama Heated Rivalry, sat down for some high-profile interviews ahead of last week’s season finale.

And in separate chats with GQ Magazine and Variety, the 25-year-old shared about a few self-made videos he posted on YouTube when he was just 12 talking about his dreams of becoming an actor. Continue reading “Connor Storrie’s Self-Acceptance Arc Is A Beautiful Thing”