by bill biss
Hypnotic Eye Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers For a tasty slice of new rock music...look no
further than Hypnotic Eye by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. It’s been four years since their last studio album and this marks the 13th release for the band. Petty harkens back to stylings of his very best material while creating a slam-dunk of fresh rock n’ roll tunes. The rough and ready scope of “American Dream Plan B” cascades into a burst of electric and acoustic guitars while Petty powers through in his inimitable way on the vocals. Expect the best from this classic American band. Available now.
Angus and Julia Stone Angus and Julia Stone When you catch the attention and ear of indus-
try titan and producer, Rick Rubin, it’s a strong bet that there is a exciting musical talent shining through. Such is the case with the Australian brother and sister duo, Angus and Julia Stone. Produced by Rubin, the self-titled new release showcases their mesmerizing way of heartfelt and hypnotic stylings of music. The first single, “A Heartbreak” is guitar-driven with a melancholy vibe of “cool.” Subtle and stunning, Angus and Julia Stone are in their element, taking their bluesy folk rock to the next level. Available August 1.
Junto Basement Jaxx Always on the pulse of the ever-changing scene
of house and underground dance music and true “originals” in creating their own special brand of the genre, the dynamic duo of Basement Jaxx return with Junto. There is an international flavor throughout their seventh CD while other selec- tions bring the classic “Jaxx” vibe to the forefront. From the mighty grooves of “Power to the People” or the sleek and vibrant “Never Say Never” it’s clear that as they acknowledge 20 years together in 2014, the timeless appeal of their innovative sounds remain. Available August 25.
Five Dances An 18-year-old trained dancer on a scholarship who lands his first job in New York is the central character of Five Dances. Along with three other dancers and the choreographer, the film’s primary focus is on “Chip” portrayed by Ryan Steele. Filmed almost entirely in a Soho dance studio, Steele is captivating to watch from the very beginning, while discovering his backstory, his dedication to dance, personality and his blos- soming sexuality in the process. Available now.
Getting Go, The Go Doc Project “Doc,” a gay college student in N.Y.C. (Tanner
Cohen) has an extreme online infatuation with “Go” a go-go dancer (Matthew Camp). He devises a plan to meet the object of his dreams by per- suading “Go” to be part of what is a completely fictitious documentary on N.Y.’s gay club scene. The two meet and “Go” agrees to be filmed, with the ensuing reality leading to much more than initially expected. Both Cohen and Camp are engaging to watch and create a solid and natural chemistry together. Available August 5.
I Am Happiness on Earth Beautiful cinematography combined with an
erotically charged love story make for an intrigu- ing and passionate experience in the Spanish film with subtitles in English, I Am Happiness on Earth. A filmmaker begins a “cat and mouse” love affair with a dancer, which leads to issues of trust, betrayal and possible heartbreak. Director Julián Hernández’s film is a stunning and sexual story of the conflicted emotional ties of intimacy. Available August 19
A Queer Capital: A History of Gay Life in Washington D.C. Genny Beemyn An episodic and truly informative look at the histo- ry of the same-sex population of Washington D.C. Genny Beemyn’s extensive research goes back as early as the late 19th Century and continues through the LGBT movements in the Capital up to the mid-to-late 20th Century. With a vast amount of interviews on the subject, a lot of this history is being documented for the first time. As Washing- ton is ground central to the rights movement, as a city it has a rich history of gay community, culture, race relations and government. Available now.
There Goes The Gayborhood? Amin Ghaziani Taking an extensive look at iconic gay neighbor- hoods throughout the major cities in America, with an analysis of the evolution of the “gay ghettos” Ghaziani presents a discussion on the changing norms and significance of these neigh- borhoods. Just as important, with the expansion of acceptance for the LGBT population, just how do the benefits and consequences play out for the future of the “gayborhood?” It’s an important sociological study of the gay experience in urban America. Available August 10.
Queer Youth and Media Cultures Christopher Pullen (Editor) Pullen has amassed a diverse range of contribut- ing authors who write about the influence of media in reflecting the culture of the younger LGBT population. The writers explore the global representation of queer youth in film and televi- sion, discuss age-different relationships in film and how online media has played a crucial part in the prevention of teen suicide and cyber bul- lying. Queer Youth and Media Cultures is not afraid to cross boundaries and explore new trains of thought on the ever-changing face of media in regards to the always-emerging populace of LGBT youth. Available August 29.
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