This is written more for myself than for you. Clarity of thought and memories came through.
There were two Melbourne DJs I really liked in the 1980s who played at the clubs. They really knew how to work a turntable, playing the stereotypical music gay men liked. One was Andrew Collins, who is still around, Andrew on the left in this pic.
The other, who I had the privilege of being introduced to once, was Guy Uppiah.
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It was sad to learn Guy died a couple of years ago.
Later edit: A question was asked in the comments about what is 'gay music'. There is a subjective list compiled by the magazine Rolling Stone. There are many more songs that could be there. The only one I know in the 2000s is by the Scissor Sisters. Check it out here.
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It's clear how beloved Mr. Uppiah was. On a funny note, I danced a LOT during the mid to late 80's. :) Those are fond memories of my first love and missed that after meeting my husband, who refuses to dance. lol Be well!
ReplyDeleteDarla, I don't know if I danced well but I had a lot of fun trying.
DeleteI'm sorry to hear of his passing. It sounds like Guy brought much joy and fun.
ReplyDeleteA true artist of the turntable, Sandra.
DeleteI have no idea what stereotypical gay men music is. How is it different from everything else called music?
ReplyDeleteRiver, I've edited the post with a link to explain.
DeleteIt has been years since I have been out dancing,
ReplyDeleteMe too. Ray used to say 'don't live in the past', but I like my memories.
DeleteI clicked the link and it took me somewhere and abandoned me, so I'm still none the wiser.
ReplyDeleteUnfortunate. I've just rechecked and it works for me. I wonder if Rolling Stone is subscription only in the UK.
DeleteIt worked for me, and I was not surprised to see George Michael and Queen in the mix, but was surprised by a few others which are on my own playlists.
DeleteI enjoyed dancing with my then Italian boyfriend in the 50's. I loved Italian music then.
ReplyDeleteOh Diane, you've always had a taste for exotic men. Italy to Switzerland.
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