It’s hard to believe that Lee Ann Womack has put out so many albums, but her latest album (#7), Call Me Crazy, could be considered her best yet. Teaming up with legendary Nashville producer, Tony Brown, this album is solid and reminds me why I like country music. Lee Ann sings from the heart and showcases her powerful, vulnerable, joyful and sometimes sad vocals – this is a record that will resonate with the public as being real music with real experiences.

When I say the name Delta Goodrem, you may not have any clue as to who she is; however, I sincerely think this time next year, the American music industry will definitely know who she is. Delta is the next big thing out of Australia and she has recently released her third studio album for the first time here in the United States. The self-titled album is her third #1 album in Australia and after conquering several overseas music charts, she has invaded the States.

For more information – please check out www.champnetwork.com and www.gaycenter.org!

[photo credit: Autumn de Wilde]

We recently sat down with the lovely and very funny Sara Quin from Tegan and Sara, to chat about her upcoming Fall tour in the US and Australia, their new music video, the importance of being visible and the non-profits she supports and more.

Debbie Harry, Moby, Gina Gershon + free liquor. Need I say more? Plus, proceeds go to local animal rescue groups. Come party for our furry friends next Monday, Oct. 6!!!

Gimme Shelter: Rock & Rescue
http://www.rational-animal.org/gimmeshelter.html
Host: Rational Animal with Debbie Harry, Gina Gershon & Ad Rock
Type: Party – Benefit
When: Monday, October 6, 2008 at 6:00pm
Location: Highline Ballroom
Street: 431 W 16th St (btw 9th &10th)
City/Town: New York, NY

This is a very important benefit concert for all the animals and animal lovers in NYC and beyond. The aim is to raise awareness and funds for the animal shelters and pet adoption programs in NY. Rational-Animal works with the ASPCA, The Mayors office and everyday people, like me and you in order to make this happen and ultimately end all euthanasia happening in these shelters.

The Event is OCTOBER 6th at the HIGHLINE BALLROOM in NYC 6pm-
Hosted by Ad Rock (Beastie Boys) Gina Gershon & Debbie Harry + Special Guests + Auction + Open Bar

PERFORMANCES
Debbie Harry w/ GoonSquad
Adam Green
Jesse Malin
Earl Greyhound
Lissy Trullie
Bloody Social

SPINNING RECORDS
MOBY
JD Samson (Le Tigre)
The Illustrious Wermser

PURCHASE TICKET (100% Charitable):
http://www.ticketweb.com/t3/sale/SaleEventDetail?dispatch=loadSelectionData&eventId=302152

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 14, 2008

CONTACT: Malia Schlaefer, feminapotenspress@gmail.com

FEMINA POTENS VISUAL ART OPENING RECEPTION: Bust ED

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – SEPTEMBER 14, 2008 – Femina Potens presents “Bust ED” artwork around breast cancer awareness and breast health. Please allow us to tease, tantalize, and captivate you with our dirty pillows. “Bust ED” celebrates the lovely and erotic nature of the bosom, while reminding everyone of the way breast cancer affects our lives. 2.4 million women living in the U.S. have been diagnosed with and treated for breast cancer. An estimated 182,480 new cases of invasive breast cancer are expected to be diagnosed in American women during 2008 (ACS 2008). Artists Annie Sprinkle, Elizabeth Stevens, Madison Young, Jennifer Clary, Laura Drugal, Mary Ellen Scherel, and Talia Green all address this prevalent issue with their art. Join us to pay tribute to the mighty and healthy breast for the “Bust ED” opening reception October 9, 2008 at 7pm – 10pm. During the reception we will be hosting a live body casting of breast cancer survivors, a “Mamorial”, for artist Mary Ellen Scherl. Show runs October 9 through October 26, 2008.

Bust ED is sponsored by Abigail productions www.abigailproductions.com

“Bust ED” Visual Art Exhibition

October 9 – 26, 2008

Femina Potens Art Gallery

2199 Market Street

San Francisco, CA 94114

Visit feminapotens.org for more information

Washington DC:
At St. Stephens Church
Saturday October 4, 2008
16th and Newton, NW DC (walking distance from the Columbia Heights metro.)
Positive Force Show to benefit DASH (District Alliance For Safe Housing) in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month..this is a new org. building 36 units of apartments for survivors. For more information on DASH, please visit www.dashdc.org.

bands:
PYGMYLUSH
THE GUILT
TIDELAND
HELSINKI
and more
7pm $6 all ages

Contact katyotto@gmail.com for info!

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We recently caught up with the too cute and too fun Lauren Ianuzzi to discuss her love of drag queens, where her music is taking her and a sneak peak at her upcoming Christmas single!

BW: I read your blog on your website (fun!) – I’m sure the drag queens appreciate the shout out when you were talking about your teaser performance at the Cattle Call drag competition at Therapy – how does the drag community embrace you and your music? You know you’re definitely a remix away from having “A Funk I Won’t Forget” to be a
dance single!

Lauren Ianuzzi: Well, last night (9/22), I did another teaser performance in the middle of the “Psycho Babble” drag show at Therapy, and that one was even more fun! The hilarious, saucy drag queens Eve Starr and Mimi Imfurst brought me up onstage before my performance, and we were all trading barbs and doing a bunch of silly banter. The audience loved it, and the casual introduction to me and my persona in the context of the drag community was really important, because I’m not just any old singer…I have quite a theatrical vibe! So, I guess I’d say that so far they like me just fine. Also, my
onstage looks are not far from those of a drag queen: spandex, glitter all
over my face and body, too-short dresses, big hair…it’s almost uncanny,
really. As for the dance remix of “Funk,” I’d be all over that!

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The benefiting charity is the Third Annual International Competition for Artists with Disabilities.
For more information and to RSVP, please visit the Greater Phoenix Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce: http://www.gpglcc.org/