by bill biss
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Shadows in the Night Bob Dylan Though not “A Swingin’ Affair,” Bob Dylan puts his distinctive vocal mark to the softer side of some of Frank Sinatra’s more melancholy recordings. Dylan’s motivation is to dust off and “uncover” the broken-hearted genius of these classics from The American Songbook in tribute to the master class vocalist. With a sparse yet emphatic five-piece band, the 73-year old is well aware of the serious side of life and love and captures a yearning and learned grasp of the material in a fitting style all his own. Available February 3
An AIDS Quilt Songbook: Sing For Hope Various Artists Here’s a CD for remembering that special someone and also a present that makes for a rewarding gift. With 100 percent of the proceeds benefiting The Foundation for AIDS Research (amFAR), this is an astounding collection of new compositions and poetry. A stellar cast of performers from the classical music world and other avenues of entertainment donated their time to not just entertain but bring continued hope in wiping AIDS off the planet. This array of monumental talent is guaranteed to touch the heart and help further the cause. Available now
Fifty Shades of Grey Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Heating up the month of February is the motion picture soundtrack from Fifty Shades of Grey. There is a diverse (yet tied-up-together wonderfully… so to speak) collection of renowned and relatively new musical artists who excel at dominating the tone. There’s two steamy yet forceful tracks by Beyoncé, the bewitching vocals of Annie Lennox and even “Witchcraft” from Sinatra while unreleased and new cuts from Ellie Goulding, The Weeknd (“Earned It”) and more add this to erotically charged “pleasure and pain” parade of songs. Available February 10
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Boys Filmmaker Mischa Kamp deserves praise for capturing a realistic and beautifully realized story of first love. A teenage relay-runner discovers his true emotions and blossoming sexuality during a summer spent training for a big race. Lead actor, Gijs Blom as “Sieger” captures the heartbreaking nuances of conflicted feelings and the joy of true feelings so beautifully. With an uncomplicated yet meaningful script set in the lush greenery of the Netherlands, and presented with English subtitles, Boys is truly worth viewing.
Available February 3
My Fair Lady (50th Anniversary Edition) “Oh, wouldn’t it be loverly!” To commemorate its 50th anniversary, the film version of My Fair Lady is getting the “Henry Higgins” treatment again. The Blu-ray/DVD combo features a new 4K scan of the original negative plus over 90 minutes of archival footage. Winner of eight Academy Awards with one of the most endearing scores by Lerner and Lowe, Audrey Hepburn excels in her brilliant and comedic performance. There’s never been a better time to bring My Fair Lady home… “On the Street Where You Live.” Available February 3
Love is Strange After finally getting married after a 39-nine-year relationship, things change drastically for “Ben and George” (John Lithgow and Alfred Molina) when George is fired from his job because of his decision to marry. What happens when their perspective families and friends try to help as best they can, leads to a heartwarming and realistically frustrat- ing situation that is a study of love and separation through the ages. Taking place in New York City, these two phenomenal actors bring their very best to the ultimate reality of the situation.
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Untangling the Knot: Queer Voices on Marriage, Relationships & Identity Carter Sickels (Editor) Taking on a more in-depth discussion of exactly what marriage equality means to the LGBTQ population, Carter Sickles has assembled a diverse collection of essays and personal feelings to create a broader look at how marriage is perceived. With 25 different perspectives presented, there is a common thread that exists in Untangling the Knot. That the right to marry is just one important step in the overall perception of equality and though an important one… “Marriage” alone, doesn’t define us. Available February 28
Joeboys Joe Philips Joe Philips has such a distinctive artist’s skill for rendering the epitome of the idealized gay man. A San Diego native, Philips has now taken the very best of his illustrations and gathered them for the very first time in a beautifully realized coffee-table sized, full-color hardbound book. Familiar with his “Boys Will be Boys” calendar or his fantastic comic book art? Here is perfect gift to share with that special someone after the flowers and the chocolate of Valentine’s Day have long gone. Available February 28
The Gay Gospel: A Survival Guide for Gay 20-Somethings in America Today Justin Luke Zirilli Though some things change, some things never do. In addressing what it’s like to be a “oh, so young and gay” in the decade of your twenties, Zirilli has put together a humorous but truly honest and realistic guidebook. Whether it’s as basic as a “hook-up” or as anxiety-ridden as how to handle the shark-infested waters of dating and relationships, The Gay Gospel deserves an “Amen” for the advice, tough love and genuine thoughts on the turbulent yet crucial years of every gay man in his 20s. Available now
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RAGE monthly | FEBRUARY 2015
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