Since the election year kicked off, everyone from politicians to celebrities has been giving outpourings of their support for either candidate to be the new head honcho of the country. Most have been usually banal with the wealthy crying over Barack Obama supposedly turning this nation into the former Soviet Union while others depict Mitt Romney as being the total dumb fuck he really is.
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Only a few years ago this medium sized bar on N. 6th St in Williamsburg known as The Cove attempted to start a gay night in the heart of hipster heaven which played well with the all-too-willing local crowd despite its life being cut too short and way too soon. Now, the owners of the gin joint are officially launching the place with a brand-spanking new name and a long list of younger, local Brooklyn talents ranging from drag queens, bands, DJs, and bartenders.
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From the fashions and décor to over-the-top lines of top quality cheese, Mommie Dearest has held a special place in nearly every Nancy boy’s heart since its release in 1981 making queens from New York to San Francisco “mad at the dirt.” But, it isn’t the ridiculous acting or script that caught me by surprise when I gave this cult classic another go around.
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Photo by Marina Chetner
It what was once part of Brooklyn’s thriving industrial parks. In typical Twilight Zone fashion this was my stop at Willoughby on the Morgan station off the L. The subway can take you there but I decided to walk it after Jonathan and BPro invited me to experience what the locals call Morgantown. Officially unrecognized except for those who embrace life there, this up and coming hot spot is home to hundreds of artists and hipster types who have an itch to live off the map and away from their spoiled Williamsburg neighbors.
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In a city full of parties and events where most lack creative talent and variety, there’s one event that still takes the garter belt for me. Armed with their spot-on vintage wardrobes and ability to woo an audience, the guys and gals of Champagne Riot threw another showstopper performance this past Tuesday evening at the intimate Iridium Jazz Club on Broadway. Rightfully titled Teach Me Tonight and assisting that back to school crowd in downing one more drink before hitting the books once more.
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