Music

Marina & The Diamonds Album Review: The Family Jewels

Described by the Guardian as “a seriously warped mind in the body of a fox”, Marina Diamandis, aka Marina & The Diamonds, is quickly making a name for herself as an artist to watch. Contributing writer Corey takes a look at Marina’s debut album, The Family Jewels, and tells us why this pop sensation is ready to dominate in 2010.

Politics + Activism

Gays’ New “Friends”: Joe Lieberman, Iraq’s Top Gen, Michelle Malkin’s Ex-Blog, Homophobes?

Not all conservatives think anti-gay policies are necessary in their platform. There’s mixed news on the Don’t Ask Don’t Tell front. A Vermont judge has ordered the arrest of Lisa Miller. Plus, a Canadian group filed a complaint about anti-gay remarks made about Johnny Weir; out lesbian Ireen Wust won a gold medal; and you should maybe go to Sydney for vacation soon.

Pop Culture Fix

Lindsay Lohan’s PR Machine De-Gays Lesbian Relationship with Sam

Bisexual Lindsay Lohan wants to get back together with Sam, but is now sticking to the “Sam is the only girl I ever liked” storyline. We know it’s just a story, but we explain why it matters that they’re making her tell it. Gaga exemplifies the modern age with her stardom. Natalie Portman is working on a female stoner comedy. Oh, and we shamelessly ask you to vote for us in some contests!

Music Pop Culture Fix

Rachel’s Team Pick: GagaTube

Are you tired of having every comment on every youtube video be about how your mother is a fat whore who should kill herself? Yeah, me too. Wouldn’t it be better if every youtube comment were instead made by Lady Gaga, and was something awesome? Yes, it would. Now that dream can be a reality! […]