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  • 20 totally gay True or False questions for Christmas day

    20 totally gay True or False questions for Christmas day

    With Christmas looking a lot different to normal years in 2020, we thought we’d put together a fun True or False game that you can play over Zoom for a virtual Christmas day get-together.

    1) Queer as Folk first aired on BBC 2 in the UK

    2) The first-ever gay hardcore porn to be released in the UK was in 2004

    3) Homosexuality became legal in the UK in 1969 the same year as the Stonewall Riots

    4) There have been 4 LGBT+ winners of Big Brother in the UK

    5) To the nearest million how much did The Birdcage starring Nathan Lane and Robin Williams gross world-wide a) $1,240,000 b) $12,400,000 c) $124,000,000

    6) According to a poll conducted by THEGAYUK, what percentage of British Gay men, said they were comfortable being called “Queer” was it a) 7% b) 60%

    7) There are 9 stripes in the original Gilbert Baker rainbow flag

    8) The World AIDS Day Red Ribbon was first seen in 1990

    9) The Conservative party ended Section 28 in England and Wales

    10) One of the UK’s most prominent LGBT+ activists, Peter Tatchell will be 70 in 2021

    11) WHAM’s “Last Christmas” has been a Number 1 3 times since its release in 1984

    12) Idina Menzel sings ‘let it go’ 21 times in ‘Let It Go’ from Frozen

    13) The first Prowler store opened in 1997

    14) In 2016 Prince Harry made history by becoming the first Royal to be a cover star of a gay magazine

    15) The most used emoji on Grindr is 🔥

    16) Grindr was launched in what year?

    17) The average length of an erect penis in the UK is 5.5 inches

    18) There are just under 90 prides in the UK

    19) Will & Grace had how many episodes a) 180 b) 300 c) 246

    20) Sam Smith has had a Christmas number 1

    Answers

    1) False it aired on Channel 4 in 1999.

    2) True, up until 2004 the only gay porn allowed to be produced in the UK was softcore porn

    3) False it was actually decriminalised in the UK two years before the Stonewall Riots in the US.

    4) True. The first was Brian Dowling, followed by Nadia Almada, then Luke Anderson, the final series was won by Cameron Cole

    5) c

    6) a) 60% of people said it was “unacceptable”

    7) False, there are 8. Hot Pink, Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Cyan, Royal Blue, Purple

    8) False it was 1991 when the Red Ribbon made its debut

    9) False it was under Tony Blair’s Labour which ended Section 28.

    10) False he will actually be 69 in January 2021

    11) False Despite it’s popularity, Last Christmas has never been a UK number 1

    12) True – she sings it 21 times!

    13) True it opened in 1997

    14) False it was actually his brother, Prince William

    15) False it’s actually the 🍆

    16) It was launched in 2009

    17) True. According to stats released in 2015, the average erect penis is 5.5 inches in the UK – apparently in the US, it’s 5.2 inches!

    18) False at last count there were over 152 prides in the UK

    19) B 246 episodes over 11 seasons

    20) True although it was part of an ensemble. Sam sung on Do They Know It’s Christmas Band Aid 30.

  • GAY HOROSCOPES: November 2023

    GAY HOROSCOPES: November 2023

    Aries (March 21 – April 19):

    Gay male aries horoscope

    November brings a spark of passion, Aries. You’re feeling confident and ready to pursue your desires. Your boldness is your charm, so embrace it. Love may come your way when you least expect it, so keep your heart open.

    Taurus (April 20 – May 20):

    Taurus, this month, focus on nurturing the connections that matter most to you. Your loyalty and steadfastness can lead to deep and meaningful relationships. Keep the home fires burning with your love.

    Gemini (May 21 – June 20):

    Communication is your strong suit, Gemini. November is an excellent time for candid conversations. Whether you’re dating or in a relationship, talk openly about your desires and build connections through words and wit.

    Cancer (June 21 – July 22):

    Your intuition is your guiding star this month, Cancer. Trust your feelings and let your emotions lead you. Deep emotional connections are on the horizon, so allow vulnerability to strengthen your relationships.

    Leo (July 23 – August 22):

    You’re the life of the party, Leo, and November is no exception. Your confidence and charisma will draw people to you. Enjoy the attention and let love find you while you’re shining in the spotlight.

    Virgo (August 23 – September 22):

    Attention to detail serves you well, Virgo. This month, focus on the little things that make your relationships special. Your practicality and thoughtfulness create lasting bonds.

    Libra (September 23 – October 22):

    Balance and harmony are your goals, Libra. November is an ideal time to work on creating equilibrium in your relationships. Express your feelings and work toward compromise for a harmonious love life.

    Scorpio (October 23 – November 21):

    It’s your birthday season, Scorpio! Your magnetic energy is at its peak. Embrace your sensuality, and you’ll have admirers flocking to you. Be selective in choosing those who deserve your intense love and passion.

    Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21):

    Happy birthday, Sagittarius! Your free spirit and optimism shine brightly. November may bring opportunities for new beginnings in love. Embrace adventure and explore new connections with an open heart.

    Capricorn (December 22 – January 19):

    Capricorn, your determination in love is unwavering. This month, set your sights on your relationship goals. Your persistence can lead to a deep and lasting connection.

    Aquarius (January 20 – February 18):

    Your unique outlook on life makes you intriguing, Aquarius. Share your quirks and ideals with those who appreciate them. November encourages connections that celebrate individuality.

    Pisces (February 19 – March 20):

    Your compassion is your superpower, Pisces. This month, your caring nature can create strong emotional bonds. Dive deep into the waters of love and let your intuition guide you to meaningful connections.

    Enjoy your November journey of love and self-discovery! 🏳️‍🌈💖

  • GAY HOROSCOPES for October 2023

    GAY HOROSCOPES for October 2023

    Welcome to your fabulously gay astrological forecast! In these gay-tastic horoscopes, we’re spilling the cosmic tea on love, relationships, and everything fabulous. Whether you’re an LGBTQ+ trailblazer or just here for some celestial sass, we’ve got the stars’ scoop on your romantic rainbow ride. So, grab your glitter, check your charts, and let’s sashay into the fabulous world of gay horoscopes

    Aries (March 21 – April 19):

    This month, Aries, love is in the air for you. Your enthusiasm and boldness will help you connect with someone special. Just be sure to give them the space they need too.

    Taurus (April 20 – May 20):

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    Your patience will pay off this month, Taurus. Keep an open heart, and you might find a connection that’s strong and enduring. It’s all about trust.

    Gemini (May 21 – June 20):

    Geminis, your charm and wit are your secret weapons. Use them to their fullest this month to make new connections and deepen existing ones.

    Cancer (June 21 – July 22):

    Your emotional depth, Cancer, is your strength. This month, embrace your nurturing side and create a safe haven for love to flourish.

    Leo (July 23 – August 22):

    You’re the star of the show, Leo. Use your charisma and generosity to light up your love life. Your radiant energy will attract admirers.

    Virgo (August 23 – September 22):

    Details matter, Virgo. Pay attention to the small things in your relationships this month. Your analytical skills will lead you to meaningful connections.

    Libra (September 23 – October 22):

    Balance is your motto, Libra. Find harmony in your relationships this month by communicating openly and listening actively. Your grace shines through.

    Scorpio (October 23 – November 21):

    Your intensity and passion are your strengths, Scorpio. Embrace them to deepen your emotional connections. This month, let your guard down a bit.

    Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21):

    Your sense of adventure is attractive, Sagittarius. Embrace your free spirit, and you’ll attract like-minded individuals who appreciate your zest for life.

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    Capricorn (December 22 – January 19):

    Capricorn, your determination and ambition extend to your relationships. Focus on building a stable foundation for lasting love this month.

    Aquarius (January 20 – February 18):

    Your unique and unconventional approach to love sets you apart, Aquarius. Embrace your individuality and connect with those who appreciate your quirkiness.

    Pisces (February 19 – March 20):

    Pisces, your empathy and sensitivity make you a natural lover. This month, trust your intuition and let your heart guide you to deeper connections.

    Remember, these horoscopes are just for fun and entertainment. Love is a complex and individual experience that can’t be determined solely by your zodiac sign. Enjoy the journey of love in all its forms!

  • The erections joke are strong as Viagra maker says it has a COVID vaccine

    The erections joke are strong as Viagra maker says it has a COVID vaccine

    The pharmaceutical firm Pfizer and BioNTech has announced that it has developed a vaccine it says is 90% effective in preventing COVID-19 and the jokes are in.

    The firm said in a statement, “Pfizer and BioNTech said the vaccine was “found to be more than 90% effective in preventing Covid-19 in participants without evidence of prior Sars-CoV-2 infection in the first interim efficacy analysis”

    Although it’s not publicly available yet, the new vaccine, which could be used in the global fight against COVID-19 is apparently “90% effective” according to numerous media outlets, including The Guardian.

    Pfizer the vaccine’s maker, also makes the erection pill, Viagra.

    Of course, it didn’t take too long for Twitter to climax with boner jokes, with Piers Morgan, leading the way saying,

    https://twitter.com/tonysheps/status/1325787888332713984
    https://twitter.com/SazzTwtz/status/1325785278204801024

  • 12 Things Gay Porn Didn’t Teach Us About Sex

    12 Things Gay Porn Didn’t Teach Us About Sex

    Gone are the days of watching Charlie Hunnam getting rimmed on Channel 4 or stealing a look at the Chippendale annual.

    The internet is practically 98% porn these days and it’s a magical world where everyone is beautiful and versatile. But here’s the parts they like to gloss over…

    1. You can’t just shove it in.

    Nope nope nope, don’t you dare go in dry and without a little finger action first. Unless you’ve found a guy with a self lubing, gradually increasing in size penis, there’s absolutely no way that’s going near my butt hole without enough lube to drown a killer whale and not before you’d diddled my fancy for a bit first. And speaking of lube…

    2. Lube gets EVERYWHERE.

    In the films, there’s zero mess, but reality is a totally different thing. You get lube all over your hands, the bed, each other, the cat, your grandma and next door’s begonias, and you’ll go through several pairs of underwear wiping that stuff off before you can even contemplate being seen in public.


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    3. Douching is not only polite but a necessity.

    Spontaneous sex in gay porn is a lie, we all know that if you’re going to bottom you need to do the nice thing and make sure you’re clean first. This will obviously require a thorough shower and/or a good douching, and that takes planning. Even a hook-up requires at least a half hour’s notice.

    4. You’re not going to get a straight guy to “turn” for money (well maybe)

    There are numerous sites out there of “straight” men being paid to let a horny cameraman play around with him. I dare you to try the same thing on your street, it most likely wouldn’t work. In just the same way you wouldn’t go near a lady garden for any amount of money, a straight guy isn’t going to allow you to top him for £100. Most “straight” men in porn are either gay, or bisexual. Maybe you’ll get lucky and a straight guy will let you fondle him over clothes for a pint.

    5. Threesomes are far more awkward than you think.

    One of the ultimate fantasies, the threesome. You’re all douched, they’re all douched, you have lube to hand and you’re ready to go. Whether it’s with two random hookups or a partner and extra person, when it gets down to the nitty-gritty, you’re generally not entirely sure when to start and who touches who, and you can spend a few very tense minutes just chatting random shit before one of you gets naked. Even then there’s the issue of who’s getting the most involved, so to speak.

    6. Condoms don’t magically appear.

    Rarely in porn do you see a guy opening the box, and struggling to get a condom out of the packet with his teeth, all while still getting you ready for the onslaught and then faffing about with putting it on. In porn, you see an unsheathed member just about to *hem hem* enter and then suddenly the camera angle changes and he’s magicked a johnny onto his dick. Unless all gay porn stars are witches, I think they might be being a little economical with the truth.

    7. No,  not all actual people look like that.

    If porn is to be believed, all twinks look the same, as do all daddies, and bears. This obviously isn’t the case, someone with a twink body could have a face like a road accident, daddies aren’t all under than 45, and not all bears are basically a hairy, slightly older Zac Efron. Gays come in all shapes, sizes and ages and the sooner you accept that, the more likely you are to get laid instead of waiting for fantasy guy

    8. The pizza guy/repairman/delivery driver/your lecturer isn’t going to sleep with you either.

    You can’t get out of paying for a service by offering your dick, and chances are the pizza delivery guy is going to be a spotty 17-year-old who would punch you if you made a grab for his junk. Your washing machine isn’t going to be repaired in exchange for an angry handy J. And your lecturer isn’t going to give you an A because you offered your A. Pay for your stuff you cheapskate.

    9. The dicks look bigger for a reason.

    Now the average dick size is around 5 – 6 inches, but porn stars seem to all possess donkey dicks that make you ponder your own. Here’s a little secret, most male porn stars are under 6 feet tall because a 6-inch dick on a 5′ 6” guy is going to look bigger in comparison (Remember Justin Bieber is only 5′ 7”) Camera angles (we’ve all taken a flattering dick pic) also add to the illusion of monsters. So don’t be disheartened.

    10. Public sex isn’t as fun as it seems.

    At the gym, in the video store (they still have those?) outside, on a train etc. etc. is a hotbed of illicit and horny sex where the general public is utterly oblivious to what’s going on if porn is to be believed. But unless you’re in the middle of nowhere and it’s after dark you’re in all likelihood going to get caught out. You can’t just drop your kecks in Asda and bone over the grapefruits without someone politely asking you to stop because you’re scaring their elderly mother.

    11. Most of those positions are not comfortable.

    Gay porn stars seem to have just come off the set of a Cirque du Soleil “who’s the bendiest?” video shoot with some of the positions they manage to get themselves into. A vast majority of them are purely aesthetic and used to get the best looking shot, and notice how they never stay in those positions for long, it’s because your legs would happily divorce you and take half your stuff if you were trying to hoist a guy around for 20 minutes in the same ludicrous position.

    12. Not everyone is versatile.

    Shock horror right… Ok maybe not. But in porn there’s flip-flopping around, everyone gets a go and everyone is happy. But the reality is a nasty business, and this isn’t happy gay fluffy bunny land. You’re going to get guys who are 100% bottom or 100% top and no amount of persuasion will convince them otherwise, give it up buttercup.

    by @AndyEG1982

    This article was first published in May 2016

  • 12 reasons why you have to watch Schitt’s Creek on Netflix

    But they still have their twenty-something-year-old kids (David and Alexis) – and a town called Schitt’s Creek, which the dad once bought for a joke.

    Catherine O’Hara (probably best known for her highly-strung mother character in Home Alone) is funny AF

    Every word she utters is a quote. Literally.

    She has so many wigs

    The show was written by father and son duo, Dan and Eugene Levy and also stars Dan’s sister Sarah.

    The dad played by Eugene Levy – yes him from American Pie fame is back in a father role… and we love it –

    It has one of the best representations of Pansexuality we’ve ever seen on TV… Totally vibe and chill…

    Oh and there’s a sexy bisexual story line too…

    There is a lot of hot mens in it…

    Alexis Rose (the daughter) is, even more, Ja’mie Private School Girl than Ja’mie – if at all possible.

    They say ummmm alot

    Stevie’s straight talking is on point

    There are like 4 seasons already on Netflix… So get binging.

    Schitt’s Creek is available to stream on Netflix now.

  • 10 things gay men love to hate about dating apps

    10 things gay men love to hate about dating apps

    Dating apps like Grindr are basically an integral part of the gay dating world. It’s the source we love to hate when looking for a hookup or love online.

    Grindr Fails

    Hello hello hello… hi hi hi.

    Grindr hi hi hi

    Dear god man, take the hint stop message me I don’t want to talk.

    Torso is the window to your stomach

    (C) BIGSTOCK

    Look if you can’t show your face, I have to question whether I can be seen with you. Come on, it’s 2020 come out and show your face.

    Otter looking for love

    Grindr Fails

    I’m an Otter looking for a bear… I’m a Chicken looking for a pug… On some dating apps you might feel like you’re in Animal Farm, or being put in a tiny box defined by the amount of body hair you have.

    3 ft away.

    This man is currently behind you, wearing a mask and asking whether you like scary movies. Honestly though I love seeing how far away I can run away from you…

    Call Me Maybe Not

    Those pesky pesky men who say they’re up for a relationship and then refuse to call… Those shady shady rag stains.

    Fancy a shag?

    Grindr Fails

    Apps are an amazing way to get your end away and quickly…

    Trades Descriptions.

    That photo you’ve been using for the last 50 years is not fooling anyone.

     

    Time Goes By So Slowly…

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    Often gay dating apps go on photo browsing alone and it can be so time-consuming as you scroll through 100s of men. A bit like the Tupperware catalogue, but with more plastic. Wouldn’t it be better for the app to work out who is going to be a good fit before showing you a bunch of people?

    Better Leave Right Now.

    Whatever happened to being able to just chat with someone and get to know him? Bring back the days of getting to know someone over hours of chats where you find out people are more like onions with layers rather than just bananas.

     

    Premium.

    Nobody is impressed with the fact that you have a premium account; in fact we’re actually thinking “you tosser”.

    This article was originally published in Nov 2015

  • Top 10 Gayest Animals On The Planet

    Homosexuality has been found in 1,500 species of animals through behaviour observation research studies. There’s probably many more species if you consider that the number only account for the animals that have been studied. Here’s ten animals were gay liaisons or relationships exist:

    1. Lions

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    Male lions in Africa have been observed disregarding available lionesses in order to form their own same-sex prides. These same males have also been seen mounting one another and doing other actions commonly associated with male to female mating interactions.

    2. Cheetahs

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    When cheetahs bond together, they do for life. Cheetah partners spend about 93% of their time together and male same-sex partners are quite common.

    The two bonded males will groom one another (usually a sign of partnered straight cheetahs), defend each other in fights and get anxiety if separated. Once reunited the male cheetahs will face-rub one another, mount one another (fully erect) and stutter (a sexual excitement vocalisation).

    It is estimated that 27-40% of wild male cheetahs live with same-sex partners and that 16-19% of wild male cheetahs life in a same-sex trio.

    3. Elephants

    Male elephants have been known to touch other males with their trunks (elephants see touch as essential for creating and maintaining a deep bond), kissing other males (inserting their trunk into the other elephant’s mouth) and even male on male sex (mounting). Relationships between two male elephants (usually one older and one younger) have been known to last for years.

    4. Emus

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    Emus travel together in pairs. Male emus have been seen making the same mating behaviours as female do to males. This includes: circling a passive male, patches of bare skin turning light blue (on both males), the passive male stretching his neck, erecting his feathers and swaying from side to side and the dominant male rubbing his breast against the other male’s rump.

    5. Flamingos

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    Flamingos are sociable animals, living together in large colonies. During mating season, they split off into smaller groups and perform synchronised displays. They choose their mate and stay together for the season. They generally have a new mate for every mating season.

    The most famous same-sex flamingo couple is Carlos and Fernando. In 2007, when they had been together for five years, they adopted an abandoned chick. They fed it and raised it as their own. Homosexuality is said to be very common with flamingos.

    6. Penguins

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    Same-sex penguins have been seen performing mating calls to one another and intertwining their necks. There have been a few gay penguin couples in Zoos that have been given abandoned eggs to raise chicks. They have raised these chicks successfully.
    Famous penguin couples include: Roy & Silo, Inca & Rayas and Buddy & Pedro. Each of these couples is a separate subspecies of penguin, meaning that several subspecies of penguin has documented gay penguins.

    7. Dolphins

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    Several subspecies of dolphin have gay or bisexual dolphins. One researcher discovered the incredible seventeen year gay relationship between two male dolphins. Researchers have also found pods of all male dolphins who share sexual and romantic experiences together. Dolphins are known to be highly flirtatious and sexualised.
    Male dolphins have been known to engage in masturbation of other males. Same-sex dolphins engage in long foreplay, with the sexual act only lasting a short time. Male dolphins regardless of their sexuality tend to be aggressive and violent towards the other during sex.

    8. Foxes

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    Foxes are nocturnal animals, which out of breeding season live alone. They often share territory where there is a dominant male. The dominant male will mount a same-sex subordinate doggy style.

    During breeding season foxes generally live in a den, either as a mated straight couple or a male with several young females. I guess you could say foxes are more bisexual than gay

    9. Bats

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    Bats are said to have the highest percentage of gayness, above all other animals, including humans. Both male and female bats can be gay with their behaviours including: affection, sexual activity and bonding.
    There are several subspecies of bats that are gay including Vampire Bats, Fruit Bats and Flying Fox Bats.<

    10. Cats

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    Tom cats (males) have been known to engage in same-sex interludes. As well as humping one another, they have been seen spooning when they sleep and grooming one another.

    This article was first published in 2018

  • These are the 7 Campest Bette Midler Movies… ever

    These are the 7 Campest Bette Midler Movies… ever

    Such was Bette Midler‘s importance as a star Touchstone Pictures were heavy investors in her film career, she made a raft of films for them. There’s something about Bette in film. She’s camp, loveable and heartfelt in everything she’s appeared in.

    Bette Midler
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    Here are our top 7 campest films.

    Ruthless People 1986

    Ruthless People is the one where she’s married to Danny DeVito, gets kidnapped, loses a tonne of weight, gets her kidnappers to fall in love with her and dress her in wonderful 80’s fashion. Camp camp camp. Look out for the moment she tries to do weights with food cans.

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  • 10 Forgotten Pop Gems Of The 90s

    10 Forgotten Pop Gems Of The 90s

    If I had to pick just one of my passions as the favourite it would have to be music. As much as I love chocolate, men and gin, I absolutely live and breathe for music. I can’t go a day without listening to something and people often ridicule me for my encyclopaedic knowledge of pop from the 80s onwards. I can reel off all sorts of facts and statistics, such as chart positions, year of release, who wrote the song, number of weeks at number one, etc.

    The 80s and 90s were the decades of my youth so perhaps it makes sense that they are the eras I love most for music. Recently I was creating a playlist of 90s songs to bop along to and came across some forgotten gems from the decade that gave us Spice Girls, Take That version 1, and the Vengaboys. This made me think about other slices of pop perfection that have been forgotten or left in the 90s and led to the creation of this list; 10 forgotten pop gems of the 90s.

    1. Donna Lewis – I Love You Always Forever

    This song was absolutely huge when it came out in 1996, but I hadn’t heard it for years until recently. Listening today it still sounds fresh and has stood the test of time, as I believe all pop gems should. This one-hit wonder was one of the best songs of the 90s.

    2. Tamsin Archer – Sleeping Satellite

    What a song! Another one hit wonder that was released in 1992, Tamsin actually went on to win a Brit Award for Best British Breakthrough in 1993 on the back of that song and a moderately successful album. Although still making music today, Tamsin has not been able to achieve chart success since the early 90s.

    3. Bran Van 3000 – Drinking in LA

    There is something about this song that really gets to me. It’s one of my favourites of all time and is another example of genuinely great music standing the test of time. Still sounding fresh 15 years later, Bran Van 3000 were sadly another one-hit-wonder. Do you see a pattern developing here? Drinking in LA originally only reached number 36 in the charts but after being featured on an advert it was re-released and got to number 3. Thank goodness for that, otherwise, the masses may never have heard this amazing track.

    4. New Radicals – You Get What You Give

    This amazing, but short-lived band released “You Get What You Give” in 1999 and it became a massive hit. At the time I remember someone saying to me that in 20 years’ time that song would be classed as a classic. Fast forward to 15 years later and although an often forgotten song I do feel it is a classic and imagine that many people listening to it for the first time in ages would consider it to be one too. I always thought it was a shame the New Radicals broke up after only releasing one song, but lead singer Gregg Alexander has since written for Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Melanie C, Texas, and… umm… Geri Halliwell. When you look at the list of songs Gregg Alexander has written you begin to see that we have much to thank him for as a creator of multiple pop gems.

    5. Neneh Cherry – Woman

    Everyone remembers Neneh for her “Buffalo Stance” or “Manchild”, but it’s “Woman” that I believe is Neneh at her very best. I find myself getting lost in “Woman” each time I listen to it. It’s an aural treat. While on Neneh Cherry I will also give “7 Seconds” a mention as it’s an incredibly good song. In fact, I’d say that everything Neneh Cherry has done is great.

    6. Jennifer Paige – Crush

    Back to the one-hit wonders, this song was everywhere in the late 90s. I’ve never met anyone who doesn’t think that song is brilliant. It’s as simple as that really.

    7. BBMAk – Back Here

    Now I am aware that “Back Here” was a huge hit in the year 2000, but it was actually first released in 1999 so I’ll include it here. I totally had a crush on BBMak back in the day as they were all rather easy on the eye. However, they also had a decent set of songs andI’m not sure if people realise how successful they were in the early 2000s.

    8. Hole – Celebrity Skin

    Although only charting at number 19 in the UK, this song was actually quite popular in its day. If you forget about Courtney Love’s craziness it’s plain to see what a fantastic lyricist she is. Many of Hole’s songs were feminist commentaries and the band were consistently critically acclaimed. “Celebrity Skin” makes the list of my favourite songs of all time.

    9. P.M. Dawn – Set Adrift on Memory Bliss

    There is something about this song that makes it still sound fresh over twenty years later. Sampling “True” by Spandau Ballet, P.M. Dawn made it completely their own song and made that groove a classic all over again.

    10. Lisa Loeb – Stay

    A beautiful song and one that anyone who has wanted a guy to stay can relate too. I always find myself singing this at the top of my voice when I hear it. Simply brilliant.

    Listen to the playlist on Spotify

    So there you have it; my top 10 forgotten pop gems of the 90s. I could have included many more songs in the list but thought I’d be decisive and stick to ten. I hope you will rediscover these songs after reading the list. They are rather great.

  • 14 people who would make great UK Drag Race judges

    14 people who would make great UK Drag Race judges

    Here are 14 people who we’re keen to see judging.

    Geri Horner (Halliwell)

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    Let’s be honest, Geri is essentially a gay man trapped in a woman’s body and has been offering the British public some of the most outrageous outfits ever in pop culture. Judging a bunch of drag queens is what Geri was born to do…well, except be a Spice Girl.

    Sharon Osbourne

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    Every X Factor viewer pines for her and after years of being married to Ozzy Osbourne, she’s probably quite good with advice on how to apply a lot of makeup. Just have to hope Dannii Minogue isn’t asked to guest judge the same week…

    Louis Walsh

    Louis and Sharon
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    If we have Sharon, then we need to bring in Louis. The love or loathe panellist with X Factor on ice that, of course, leaves him open to new career ventures. Maybe he could manage the winning Queen?

    Joan Collins

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    A national treasure and the Queen of Soap Opera, Dame Joan Collins’ Dynasty shoulder pads were enough to drive any drag queen wild with desire. Her quintessentially 80’s style would definitely offer some inspiration to the contestants.

    Judge Rinder

    Having his own show on ITV start last year, Robert Rinder is used to being a no-nonsense judge to the masses however, would he be able to handle a drag queen? There’s a high chance they may not take his criticism as easily.

    Janet Street-Porter

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    The iconic fleet street journo has more than a reputation for speaking her mind on just about anything so let’s so what she thinks of some of the UK’s top drag artists.

    Ed Balls

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    Having been an advocate of gay rights during his time in Westminster, Ed Balls lost his seat in a bloodbath of an election defeat for Labour. He’s since said he’s considering Strictly Come Dancing but what about he does something with a little more class?

    Tan France

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    With numerous TV shows, like Queer Eye, under his belt, including his time judging on Next In Fashion, Tan’s unique fashion sensibilities and calming influence would be perfect.

    Lily Allen

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    As with Janet, Lily is someone who rarely misses an opportunity to voice her opinion and when it comes to the gay community, she’s a bit of an icon – having gone as far to record a song called ‘Fag Hag’.

    Boy George

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    Ok, so if he doesn’t do it, could we at least have a ‘Lip Sync For Your Life’ round including Karma Chameleon? It would be absolute perfection.

    Kim Cattrall

    Sex And The City is nothing without one of our best acting exports, Kim Cattrall. It would be a dream to have her on the panel, especially if she was able to remember some of Samantha’s best put-downs for the show.

    Julian Clary

    Julian Clary

    The original gay stand up has already done Strictly and Celebrity Big Brother as a contestant so perhaps it is time for him to turn his attention to being a judge instead. His hilarious digs had us all laughing the 90’s so perhaps a stint on Drag Race could be the trick for a much-needed career resurrection?

    Barbara Windsor

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    Now, this would be perfect, a soapstar round. I’m thinking Madge Bishop, Bet Lynch, Pat Butcher but, most importantly Peggy Mitchell played by this national treasure. Our tellies have lacked the fun that Barbara offered to Eastenders since her departure in 2011. Moreover, we’d love to see her up against RuPaul…”GET OUT OF MY MAKE UP STUDIO”

    Sinitta

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    Simon Cowell’s BFFL who only really has to work for a few weeks in autumn. The X Factor’s no.1 novelty staple could do with actually making it onto the judging panel for once instead of merely being a mentor.

    This article was first published in August 2015 and has been updated.