Pinkboard: Party Graffiti Wall 31

Baby its cold outside. But I can tell you where its nice and warm. On the dance floor surrounded by people expending energy and enjoyment.

Do you hibernate during winter?
When you go out how do you make sure you don't freeze between home and the club?
What's the best way to warm up once you get there?

Party Graffiti Wall 30
Party Graffiti Wall 32

never too cold:)
- Fri 7 May 2004 03:07:12

I've heard about it and it's been recommended to me but I know only what I have read in the previous party wall.
newcomer - Fri 7 May 2004 11:20:25

Kooky is on Sunday nights at Club 77 - and all the recommendations are very justified! Kooky has been a bastion of mixed queer underground clubbing for many years ... and pioneered re-introducing live music into nightclubs way before anyone else.

As a promoter myself (Hellfire, DiRTy, NHB etc.) I salute the groundbreaking work of the Kooky kids and suggest you give it a try.

And the best part is ... door charge is usually way cheap.
Craig/Tom - Octopussy etc. - Fri 7 May 2004 12:29:48

Did anyone here Luke Leal's "LOST IN TRANCE-LATION" show last night? Thoughts??
Craigy - Fri 7 May 2004 16:01:23

He was right. Plus the DJ is more accessable.
I just need somewhere to party - Fri 7 May 2004 16:02:45

**************KluB kOOky Presents *************
************** i AM ANIMAL! ***************
.......... A gROUP FLURO NEon art show .........
featuring painting sculpture and performance curated from the kooky kids:
Kaia, Glitta Supernova, Jo King, Diablo, Bill Morley, grc, Megan Oliver, David James, Soraya Asmar, Celia Curtis, Kieth, Gila, Jade Sims, Tim Hilton, Astrid Hubert, Chaz Glover, Amanda McEwan, Racheal Rafferty (cheyry 2000), Trash Vauderville, mR fLynn, Constant Velocitee, Robert Puile, Deb Firth, Vernon Treweeke, and more

dj gemma and seymour butz play "anything goes"

sunday may 9th
exhibition opens at 9pm
dress to shine on yo crazies!
klub kooky
77 willim street
east sydney (between crown and riley)
$5.
(shhh! tell only your friendly friends)
peace-girl x - Fri 7 May 2004 16:13:55

he she it will come your way
someone who loves you too
hugs
- Fri 7 May 2004 20:48:57

good tunes, sexy crowd and packed

recommend it to others

first friday of the month
mk - Sat 8 May 2004 11:33:28

Yay - but I'll hardly be over Inquisition by then!
Trance Trance Trance - Sat 8 May 2004 13:46:10

Hey Paul... I'm doing the middle set in the outdoor area - 1am to 4am. Should be a hoot! Looking forward to it :)

I don't usually pre plan my sets, but in this case, you can expect to hear a mix of early 90's Classic Club Anthems, Hi NRG Vocals, a bit of Retro (ala this year's Mardi Gras set), and a good dose of Handbag thrown in for good measure. Just remember that if this isn't your style, there is the indoor area - Stage 11 (City Live)

I also thought about taking in my Doris Day collection too, but that plan was put to rest when the Sound Technicians (bless Damon) advised me that the Grammaphone could not be connected to the Mixer :(

For those of you going, please feel free to come up and say hi, as I love a chat in between mixes - The DJ area is easily accessible.

Enjoy & party safe!
www.djjustinscott.com - Sat 8 May 2004 14:55:17

"Chocolate Sunday"
with Justin Scott
between 2 & 4
Sunday Afternoons
on 87.6 BEAT FM
Justin - Sat 8 May 2004 14:57:11

Justin, you may be interested looking at the 'early' DJ at work - www.jahsonic.com/DJs.html
cult - Sat 8 May 2004 15:51:51

I dont agree WHATSOEVER that Inquistion is a party for DJ's to play "early 90's Classic Club Anthems, Hi NRG Vocals, a bit of Retro and a good dose of Handbag".

Justin - What you intend on playing at Inquistion I find to be offensive and totally inapproprite for this sort of event.

Some events are made for "that" sort of music - Inquisition is not one them. I seriously suggest you re-consider what you intend on playing.
Inquistion is a dirty party not a cheesy one. - Sat 8 May 2004 16:12:17
This is the opinion of the poster.

Everyday I learn something new about the industry I work in... Thanks Cult.
Justin - Sat 8 May 2004 16:29:07

come get your ticket before they run out
also available at Fair Day tomorrow, Prince Alfred Park.
Lil - luscious in leather - Sat 8 May 2004 16:37:06

I am travelling a long way to this party and want to wear leather and be around other leather men
Leather is hot - Sat 8 May 2004 18:10:47

Umm....Justin, I'm pretty sure that this is not Inquisition's style -let alone anyone else's. You're not into leather luv, are you? :)
- Sat 8 May 2004 19:07:52
This is the opinion of the poster.

No you didn't Paul. You were as pleasantly surprised as the rest of us by the resurrection of the Dome as a dance space. It remains to be seen just what it will be like in it's new incarnation....
- Sat 8 May 2004 19:13:30

I'm almost speechless in regard to this ill-informed vitriolic post.

I say ill-informed as Justin was the DJ for the Leather Pride cruise at Mardi Gras and received nothing but glowing praise for his efforts. He obviously knows what he is doing!

As for "let alone anyone else's" this comment shows your ignorance even more. Justin is a very popular DJ on the Sydney scene and has played to satisfied audiences week after week at just about every gay venue in the inner city. His set at Mardi Gras party this year was one of the best I've heard in a long time.

He's respected both by audiences and fellow DJs alike.

If you don't like this style of music, DON'T GO TO THAT AREA WHILE HE IS PLAYING. How simple is that?

Why resort to hurling abuse at someone who doesn't deserve it? Get a life!
a fellow DJ who is sick of mindless abuse! - Sat 8 May 2004 19:42:43

I'm more baffled why they decided to get rid of the DJ downstairs! Newtown used to be a great place to hang out but it's just tragic now.
- Sat 8 May 2004 19:44:07

Unfortunately the Dome of old days has gone, after chatting with Fox I cant see that it will ever be as dirty and hot as it used to be... At the end of the day its still heritage listed and they have spent a sh*t load of money on it lately restoring it, last thing they want is it getting trashed again..!
Brad W - Sat 8 May 2004 19:52:39

I cannot speak on behalf of SLPA, but my understanding is that they (SLPA) wanted to cater for those who wanted something other than the usual style/standard of what someone would expect to hear at this sort of event.

Re: "Not into leather"... You are right. I'm not too familiar with the leather scene, however, I do know that I was asked to play after the success of the SLPA's annual Harbour Cruise, which I played at.

If anyone feels I need to be educated with the Leather scene, prior to accepting an offer to play, then I welcome the teachings of the Leather scene.

As I mentioned earlier, there are 2 venues this year - Not necessarily because the SLPA couldn't find a big enough venue in time, but also to offer a different style of music. As one SLPA member said "not everyone is into the stereotypical sound of Inquisition."

It's important that you need to remember you have a CHOICE. You are not made to listen to my set, and you are not the spokesperson for the Leather Community.
Justin - Sat 8 May 2004 20:00:33

Now I'm getting excited! Leather Pride week started, Fair Day tomorrow, artshow monday and then there's nothing quite like the feel and heat of Inquisition.
Evil Twin - Sat 8 May 2004 20:03:00

*sigh* no, of course you didn't hear trance on the gay scene in London. Queer UK is predominately (but not only) funky house as the US queer scene is predominately (but not only) tribal house & diva vocals. The popularity of the trance sound on the gay scene is fairly unique to Sydney, not only in Australia but, from my travels, around the world. Why begrudge the people who do like it? It's not as if you don't hear other styles. And I think god is a little too busy to make sure you had a trance-free holiday to London, thank another deity ;-)
luke - www.lukeleal.com - Sat 8 May 2004 23:37:33

luke - www.lukeleal.com - Sat 8 May 2004 23:37:33

Sorry Luke , but God is with a Capital "G"
Blasphemy - Sun 9 May 2004 00:47:42

Inquisition has an older more diverse crowd than a bunch of demanding party boys - early 90s club hits are just what we used to dance to *in* the old days.
That's why is so good to have a choice.
This is my opinion on the party for my community - Sun 9 May 2004 01:25:50

Quite frankly, I think some of the postings from people in response to Justin's post about the style of music he is going to play at Inquisiion is just revolting.

Note: offenders -

Some events are made for "that" sort of music - Inquisition is not one them. I seriously suggest you re-consider what you intend on playing.
Inquistion is a dirty party not a cheesy one. - Sat 8 May 2004 16:12:17

Umm....Justin, I'm pretty sure that this is not Inquisition's style -let alone anyone else's. You're not into leather luv, are you? :)
- Sat 8 May 2004 19:07:52

In my experience, it is many of the leather boys, bears, rough boys etc that get into handbag the most. I always used to laugh at the thought that it was the people you least expected to like it the most that actually really did.

One of the greatest moments I remember from Inquisition - Kate Monroe playing Dolly Parton's 9 - 5. I can remember clearly the roar of approval from all the bears and leather boys.

Inquisition is a leather party. It is not a deep house, tribal or jungle or whatever musical style you want to call it party. Every individual associates their scene with the kind of music they like. I am sure there are plenty of leather boys who like their music dark and dirty, but there are also plenty of leather boys who like it gay and girlie.

I think the outdoor area will be a hit, just as much as Stage 11) .

Finally, don't forget that Justin has been hired by the promoters of the party based on his style and talent. If you have any issues with this, shouldn't you take it up with them?
JK - Sun 9 May 2004 10:04:26

It wasn't 'hurling abuse. Vitriol isn't my style. It was the legitimate expression of a personal opinion, albeit made teasingly. I also questioned whether Justin was into leather. He confirms his contact with this subculture has been pretty much confined to the SLPA harbour cruise, advises he was well-received there - Evil twin confirmed this - and pointed out that SLPA had made the decision to have different types of music at the party. His response was entirely reasonable. So was my question.
- Sun 9 May 2004 10:08:55

I can't make it to Inq due to work but I just know there will be liberal doses of leathery music (which I love) there. BUT should I go & then need a break from that, I know I would be happier having a CHOICE.

During the party, if the DJ loses the crowd or disappoints then they will change their style and/or suffer the wrath of us. But not before.
- Sun 9 May 2004 11:38:17

And did we really trash the Dome - i.e. inflict serious, permanent harm on the building fabric? Bodily fluids/secretions are soluble surely. Nothing that Mr Muscle couldn't dislodge.
Paul Diamondo - Sun 9 May 2004 11:42:16

It will all be fine. Everyone's leather experience needs to start somewhere. Maybe Justin can dive into the dance floor after his set, and suck up, er I mean "soak up" some real leather atmosphere.
Evil Twin - Sun 9 May 2004 11:47:20

I remember a lot of attendees being moderately pissed off but recollections will differ. On one level it could certainly be read as an amusing little dig at perceptions about leather stereotypes, on another, it could be read as an inappropriate piece of self-indulgence on the part of Kate Monroe. I think the moral of the story is to stick with the vibe of the party and Inquisition has tended to have a darker and dirtier vibe. I also think that SLPA trialling different music styles in different venues is a good idea. Let's see how it goes.
- Sun 9 May 2004 12:44:20

Maybe. We all do gay and girlie from time to time. But I'm not sure that there's an army of leather boys hanging-out for a gay and girlie music-themed Inquisition Party. In this instance I'd suggest that 'the scene' dictates the music a bit more than the music dictates 'the scene'
- Sun 9 May 2004 12:51:05

trance is a wart on the face of dance music. it must be removed !

aaah hahaha hahaha hhahahah etc
Mr Panties - Sun 9 May 2004 13:13:39

Might I suggest you all go back to Party Wall 9 for a look and see the multitudes of general comments stating what a disgrace it was.

Girly music has NEVER worked at an Inquisition. There are plenty of other events that cater to that style. I dont appreciate Inquistion being contaminated in this manner.
- Sun 9 May 2004 16:44:41

Just so that no one gets the wrong idea, Hand in Hand that year either was called filthy or had a theme of filthy (I can't remember which). I wore all white and kept very clean all night.

This year again I will be at Big Queer Nation but not Inquisition.
Panther - Sun 9 May 2004 16:59:01

I think leather is acceptable at any party.
Bump &Grind It - Sun 9 May 2004 17:08:56

Yes, no and I totally agree.
- Sun 9 May 2004 17:38:13

If people make you think that it's not OK then get out of there because you don't want to go to a place where you can't express yourself.

that's what it's about. I praise the effort that those in leathers, put in and YES, it still looks seriously cool.

and gay. be yourself. be free
Please PLEASE do - Sun 9 May 2004 17:38:26

Quite frankly, I've seen not a single comment that comes close to being "revolting." It's OK to question a DJ. Really.....;)
- Sun 9 May 2004 18:01:12

suggest you go visit manacle sometime before friday. the music policy there these days has become a lot more camp than in times past, but often still has a sexy/fun edge. think you might really like it.

anyway, i am sure you will take some of these comments into account, adjust to suit you environment but still do your thing, and for sure you'll play great at the party and have a great time.

finally, do take evil twin's suggestion and dive or crawl onto the floor later and soak or suck up some of the fun, it is a great party, and you should feel well honoured to play at it :)
and remember, leather is just a form of drag... that actually i like - Sun 9 May 2004 18:01:24

I also, very much respect people who are strong advocates for a Dirty and Dark Inquisition, (especially the loyal and regular Inquisition party goers). But I'm afraid I cannot respect those who refuse to allow other party goers a CHOICE as to what they dance to, let alone speak on behalf of all Inquisition ticket holders. This really worries me a great deal. I thought we had moved on from all of that.

Once again, these people need to remember that 2 dance spaces/areas have been allocated for the event, and they have a choice as to the style of music they're going to dance to. How much more clearer does this need to be? Please don't rob people of that choice. It's very unfair & selfish.

There are countries in this world where people get dictated to by their government/person in power, as to what programs the are allowed to watch on TV, what religion they will follow, their beliefs etc. I can't help but see a similarity. Sure... this might sound a little extreme, but I make no apologies.

Re: "Girly music has NEVER worked at an Inquisition. There are plenty of other events that cater to that style. I dont appreciate Inquistion being contaminated in this manner." - Sun 9 May 2004 16:44:41

Congratulations... You have succeeded in trying to put down music styles that fall outside Inquisition as well as myself for labelling my work and the music I play, "contaminated." I have taken great offence to that.

Furthermore, you say that "girlie" music has NEVER worked at Inquisition. Does this mean that Inquisition should NEVER experiment, given the fact that Leather Pride are now in a position to trial this out, as there are 2 seperate dance area's, as opposed to one big hall. The opportunity has arisen, and I thinks it's great that SLPA have taken advantage of that.

Re: "I remember a lot of attendees being moderately pissed off but recollections will differ. On one level it could certainly be read as an amusing little dig at perceptions about leather stereotypes, on another, it could be read as an inappropriate piece of self-indulgence on the part of Kate Monroe. I think the moral of the story is to stick with the vibe of the party and Inquisition has tended to have a darker and dirtier vibe. I also think that SLPA trialling different music styles in different venues is a good idea. Let's see how it goes." - Sun 9 May 2004 12:44:20

When you say that "a lot of attendees being moderately pissed off with 9 to 5." You're right... A lot of attendees WERE pissed off, but the MAJORITY weren't. A DJ cannot please everyone. Any DJ will tell you that... no matter who popular or good they are at their work. I would however, like to thank you for putting your personal opinions aside, by saying it's a good idea for SLPA to trial different music styles in different venues. It would be really good idea if everyone could adopt your attitude.

Finally, I am asking those who have concerns, to put their opinions aside, and try to remain positive and open-minded.

I would be lying if I said that my set is going to be a huge success... It may, or it may not. What I do know, is that if people are going to promote my playing at Inquisition in a negative manner, then I can honestly say, that it will not help the party in any way.
Justin - Sun 9 May 2004 18:47:44

I hope everyone can just enjoy themselves at the party. Justin, you'll do well and there will be people there to enjoy it. The fact remains that Inquisition have offered a choice, so people should be able to find something they like.

On a diffferent note...

This week on "Cruisin' with Jake Kilby", we have loads of Cd giveaways, plus some season one of Will & Grace on DVD. There'll be loads of music, movie and TV news and gossip and we;ll be joined by Ryan Murphy and Dan Murphy to get an update of what's going on in the club scene. Tune in on Tuesday night from 7pm - 10pm, Beat FM 87.6.
JK - Sun 9 May 2004 19:20:21

Wouldn’t it be more sensible to complain and moan about the music at a party AFTER you’ve actually been and then decided whether you liked it or not?

DJs aren’t hired by accident.
Dan Murphy - Sun 9 May 2004 19:41:25

Justin, I can't believe this. The whole tenor of your post is EXACTLY in line with "being dictated to'. You - whose experience is limited to DJ'ing at one SLPA harbour cruise - presume to lecture leather people on what's best for us.
And you completely miss the point about the 9-5 incident. Leather people who claim Inquisition as their own were offended by it in very significant numbers. What basis do you use for claiming that 'the majority' thought it was great?

'Leather' is not just another theme party, Justin. Inquisition is an emblematic celebration of a way about being gay and lesbian that's quite distinctve. Have the good grace to at least recognise that fact before presuming to lecture people about their woeful inability to appreciate
your multi-faceted, dark and dirty-transcending talent.

I think it's positive that SLPA are running different music styles. I'm happy you're part of it and I'm interested to see the outcome, but don't tell us we're 'wrong' about something that that's incredibly important to us.
- Sun 9 May 2004 19:47:54

Here Here !!!!
- Sun 9 May 2004 19:55:40

Yes it would be Dan. And it would be equally sensible for DJ's who are not part of leather culture to be sensitive to leather community taste before they dismiss it out of hand prior to their second leather party gig. I respect Justin's work and welcome his appearance at Inquisition. I wish I was sure that he respected my 20 year experience of gay leather culture. Some of his comments make me wonder.......
- Sun 9 May 2004 20:46:50

Why are people so rigid and black & white about music styles? Trance is not dead, there are many parties and DJ's that prove that. If you're not a fan then don't go to places where it's on... not that hard. Not everyone likes the same thing. Listen to what you like, and let others listen to what they like. Also, give our DJ's a fair go - they're here to entertain us and doing their best. If you must complain... do it after you've actually heard them play instead of before they've even put a record on!
TJ - Sun 9 May 2004 22:26:26

Stuck inside today savin myself for Inquisition. Ventured to Stonewall last night. Is that downstairs bar girly or what? And what's with the strange straight meat market in the cocktail bar, interspersed with a few (v pretty, it must be said) baby gay boys? Hmm - eye candy certainly but one or two of the older straight men looked a little scary/strange.

Anyway I've chosen me outfit for Inquistion. Full harness, black and white camos, docs. Was gonna go the leather jock but out of deference to the visual sensitivities of others (!) I shall remain conservative and keep the pants *on*, thanks. Haha.

Anyone know if the party's close to selling out? Still seem to be a lot of tickets floating around.
Trance Trance Trance - Sun 9 May 2004 23:00:36

I think it'a all about perspective and willingness to be open to other people's (ie the DJs') ideas.

I remember at Sleaze 96, Dean Essing played the Love Boat just at the end. At the time I thought it was crap 'cos I was in a bad mood. But in retrospect I really loved the idea and the memory of it. Still think of it to this day.

And now I always think of those quirky odd retro moments at a party as a "Dean Essing moment". Great way to remember him.

And in any case,you can't knock Dolly (or, [G/g]od forbid, was it Sheena Easton?)
Trance Tance Trance - Mon 10 May 2004 00:27:42

anyhow, though my idea of leather doesn't stretch much past my funky new louis vuitton satchel with built in water bottle holder (i carry margarita mix instead)...i have been to three or four inquisitions in my time and note that most of my leather friends are big legs up lucys...not only will you be a popular distraction - you will be a big hit! go giirrrrllllll!

ps - what year did one dj play "kiss" by prince and that song that samples "everyones a winner babe" and conclude with "every you and every me" by placebo...just how i like my tribal...more latte than dark!
Ms Golightly - Mon 10 May 2004 05:43:16

We had it on in the background while trying to warm up after spending the day at the Leather fair. Had a great time there too, well done to the organisers and workers who made it all happen in dreadful weather conditions.

I wish I was going to Inquisiton now, the leather guys and gals seem to be a very welcoming and friendly bunch of people.
Shanobear - Mon 10 May 2004 06:43:03

eKlEctic
EkLeECctic - Mon 10 May 2004 07:30:20

2) What is Beyond in London?

3) Why all this vitriolic analysis about Inquisition. There as less analysis contained in my high school essays on "The Outsider" (and I got an A for English, albeit in a time far away when there was no such thing as trance). This analysis really isn't necessary - I can make the party very simple. Will go. Will be skanky. Will be stupid. Will be even skankier. I am very predictable. The DJs will play what they will play.
lovin' it - Mon 10 May 2004 09:15:47

recommend it to others

first friday of the month
mk - Sat 8 May 2004 11:33:28

Can you provide some comment on the crowd? ie twinks or leathermen etc
- Mon 10 May 2004 10:06:41

Like Ms Golighty, I prefer my leather in form of luggage but make an exception this time of the year and look forward to bumping and griding with the rest of you on the dance floor. Oh, and perhap's this year's campy closing song should be the KLF's Justified and Ancient. I've been brushing up my 90's style dance moves (running man, cardboard on the floor, Peter Andre) in preparationg for the tour right after BQN. All bound for Mu Mu land!
Hudson - Mon 10 May 2004 11:55:00

http://www.inthemix.com.au/50/index.php
- Mon 10 May 2004 12:33:39

ET, this is quie a departure from he official SLPA establishment line, understood you were a pillar of the SLPA establishment. Having been persuaded by SLPA to part with our $$$ because much progress has been made since last year's sterile party, should we now be feeling pessimistic after all??.
Also, these comments aimed at Justin generally seem way too personal and uncalled for. He is very much a known quantity and SLPA (of you are seen to be a representative and tribal elder) would have been well aware of this when giving him the gig.
- Mon 10 May 2004 13:06:05

You made me laugh.... On a very dreary Monday you just brought a big smile to my dial...

And it wasn't by enhancements.... Oh my god... did I just say that on the party wall... :( getting old...
Off chops got to go... - Mon 10 May 2004 13:13:32

I agree. You should all get out more. Or stay home more. Or something. At least try to remember to keep taking the medication!
- Mon 10 May 2004 13:55:35

Mike is heading off to DJ in London, Paris, Rotterdam & Berlin, & this will be your last chance to catch him before he leaves.

If you enjoyed the closing set at the Hordern at this year's Mardis Gras - you can thank Mike Kelly for that! (not to mention his awesome set at Indulgence)

There's cosy new heaters on the rooftop which make it very warm & comfortable too...

Bon Voyage Mike Kelly!!!
- Mon 10 May 2004 14:23:44

Is this 'the' Evil Twin? Or is it Evil Twin's evil twin. It sure doesn't sound like Evil Twin......
- Mon 10 May 2004 15:14:38

If this is indeed not Evil Twin but an imposter - my apologies! Seem to recall there were a number of evil twins running rampant some months ago. Probably these are some maverick comments thrown in to stir and we've taken the bait.
- Mon 10 May 2004 15:36:25

There has been some comment here on the DJ lineup for Inquisition, particularly from some who claim to represent the leather community. Some posters may not understand that this year Inquisition will be offering two separate dance areas to cater for all tastes. Those of you who prefer the heavier sound have an entire dance floor with Mike Kelly, Mandy and Feisty and Neal Crawford. For those of you who like more lyrics and melodies, we have a large second dance floor outside (undercover) with Justin, Sveta and Sandi HotRod.

I suggest that anyone who really wants to make Inquisition great becomes a member of the organistion and offers to take part in running events. SLPA have no paid staff and it is entirely run by volunteers. We always welcome those that want help make our events successful. Membership opens again in July and you can download the membership application form from www.sydneyleatherpride.org
Neil Stollznow - Treasurer - Mon 10 May 2004 15:43:42

Beyond is an after hours club in London open from 4.30 am to Midday. Most clubs in London close at 5 or 6am then people move on to Beyond for the last dance.

In London every weekend you can party 48 hours non stop if you want to, there are day clubs afternoon clubs and night clubs One club close another one open straight away.
- Mon 10 May 2004 16:17:40

I'm there!
- Mon 10 May 2004 16:20:40

Well spoken voice of reason, take that Evil Twin and other detractors.
- Mon 10 May 2004 16:29:40

http://www.inthemix.com.au/whatson/listevent.php?id=13324
- Mon 10 May 2004 17:16:29

Oi!
read posts properly before who you call a detractor
thank you very much

I'm off to the art show now.
ET's G'f - Mon 10 May 2004 17:48:53

thanks for commenting

good luck Inquisition
- Mon 10 May 2004 17:49:54

I absolutely support the DJ choices for this years Inquisition, and I'm looking forward to it very very much.
The Real Evil Twin - Mon 10 May 2004 17:52:15

Thanks Neil. For the record, I made one of the two comments in response to Justin's post that initiated this debate and I certainly didn't do so purporting to be "a spokesperson for the leather community." I made my comments both as someone who has been part of the leather community for a long time and as a current volunteer. No-one, IMO, has offered any comment on this board in the guise of being a spokesperson for the leather community. Rather, everyone has commented from their own perception of - and feeling for - their community. I think you'd agree that no-one is - or would want to be - 'the spokesperson' for the leather community.

Also for the record, I welcome Justin's participation, I think that running different music styles is a good idea and I'm looking forward to seeing how it all unfolds
- Mon 10 May 2004 18:29:00

I have to admit that by replying to all of these comments about yourself you are only opening yourself up to further critisism. People are entitled to their opinions no matter how wrong you think they might be. There's not much point trying to change these peoples minds cause they have already been made up. The safer and more practical way of handling this sort of stuff is to not dignify it with any form of reply.

Fools rush in where angels fear to tread.
My 5 cents worth. - Mon 10 May 2004 19:46:48

Oh! I thought it had been doing that on Saturday nights for the last 3 years! Oops!
jeffgg - but to ARQ's credit, Sunday nights have been divine, and Friday 21st is looking positively magnificent! Hope to see Trance Trance Trance there! : ) - Mon 10 May 2004 20:28:46

Hmmm ta - keep me peeps out fer ya. I definitely think I'll be there. "Believe" is one of my three favourite songs of all time (haha for the moment).

...for the record: Justified and Ancient, KLF w Tammy W (3) and Kings of Tomorrow Finally (Tenaglia) (1)

Next week it might be different, though. Always open to suggestion...
Trance Trance Trance - Mon 10 May 2004 22:13:49

I didn't read the article but how do they enforce it? such a bad sign
- Tue 11 May 2004 02:27:59

Just a rumour I heard (and pinkboard is unable to verify this comment) but this straigt clubbing night is a sign of things to come. It seems there just isn't enough pink dollars going into the club anymore and they are thinking of doing what so many other clubs on Oxford st have done and turn straight.
- Tue 11 May 2004 07:38:25

3.5 Years ago I made a comment on an earlier graffitti wall predicting that Arq would surely go down the same path as DCM and that gays and lesbians would eventually (like DCM) be driven out of Arq.

I was critised and told that this would never happen.

Now we all have the proof.

Arq Nightclub - R.I.P - 11 May 2004
My 5 cents worth. - Tue 11 May 2004 08:42:46

It’s not so much a matter of enforcing it, I don’t think - it’s more how and where it’s being advertised. I saw it advertised on a light-pole poster near the city, and it was the style of the poster and the DJ line-up that made it quite obvious that a different market was being targeted (I’ve never heard of any of the DJ’s on the line-up.)
But it looks to me like it’s an event organised externally, and simply being held at ARQ.
I can understand why ARQ would do this - given that it doesn’t usually pull a crowd on Friday nights, and the best dance space in Sydney (in my humble opinion) stands empty on what should be one of its busiest nights!
But it is worrying that ARQ seems to have given up on trying to attract the G&L crowd that once made it such a great venue to party in (just look at what’s been happening on Saturday nights for the last couple of years!)
With the exception of Sunday School (which is always fantastic, when you can get there) and the forthcoming monthly Friday trance nights, there’s not a lot else that has much appeal.
I’m hoping that, one of these days, ARQ will come to understand what needs to be done to return the club to its glory days.
jeffgg (psssst! - it's the MUSIC, stupid!) : ) - Tue 11 May 2004 10:09:55

I'm off to the art show now.
ET's G'f - Mon 10 May 2004 17:48:53

Apologies all round, just slightly curious Evl Twin that when you are sighted around the traps you ae invariably flying solo, sans G'F, will G'F be at Inquisiton on Saturday night too?
- Tue 11 May 2004 11:30:32

http://www.news.com.au/common/story_page/0,4057,9529218%255E421,00.html
- Tue 11 May 2004 13:03:02

think you might find arq is taking a new direction cause the old one was BORING

it was never exclusively gay. every time i went in there it was pretty damn straight, just the gay people were sooooo gay they overpowered the look of the club. i know it has always been more gay than straight but just an observation

re the straight night, isn't that the one run by DJ JOSH, know is a lesbian last time i checked

anyway, maybe she thinks it is a good direction to be inclusive - how 21st century!! :)

hope much more hi-quality pansexual stuff follows
- Tue 11 May 2004 15:34:16

No, it's another DJ who also goes by the name of Josh. I believe he usually refers to himself as "Josh and friends".

Having said that, DJ Josh does also have a strong following in the straight scene. After the last Toy Box party, she played a hard-trance set at Ice Box for a largely straight audience.
jeffgg - Tue 11 May 2004 15:45:23

DJ Roster:

Chandelier Room:

Ronnie James 10.00-1.00
Jimmy Dee 1.00-3.30
Greg Boladian 3.30-6.00

Emporium :

Anthony Whitlock 10.00-1.00
Jake Kilby 1.00-3.30
Alex Taylor 3.30-6.00

Tickets ($37 + Booking Fee) available from:

Cafe Comity (139 Oxford St)

Fishtix Newtown (261 King St)
G A Y is back (and about time too) - Tue 11 May 2004 22:21:48

Keep on supporting queer airwaves!
JK - Tue 11 May 2004 23:06:10

Re ARQ turning str8. It could be a very scary/sad thing if ARQ did convert to a totally straight club. It's all dependent I suppose on the type of straight crowd they attract. A Rogues or DCM style of crowd would make Oxford Street almost totally unbearable for gay (and most other reasonable) people but a friendlier crowd could be ok.

You have to remember that ARQ is a business and they have every right to change direction if they're not getting the patronage they should be. I would personally like to see the government and local councils taking a step to protect our venues. They could do this by re-zoning and enforcing certain properties to remain gay. This would help preserve the identity and harmony of the area. But until this happens (as if it ever would) any private business is well within its rights to change its target market.

I think the worst thing about this upcoming straight night is the way it has been advertised in that article. They are trying to make it quite clear that they are taking over the club for the night and it is a 'straight only' affair
Johnny - Tue 11 May 2004 23:55:42

"Parties like G.A.Y have moved to Space Nightclub" ONLY because the Shift no longer wants or needs the patronage of these parties. Initially Ruby & G.A.Y parties were being allowed at the Shift cause the Shift's Saturday nights were not working and the Shift was using parties like Ruby & G.A.Y to bolster the profile of the venue.

Now that the Shift has a pretty busy and successful Saturday night happening they have snubbed the hand that has fed them in ther past and have told G.A.Y & Ruby that they can find somewhere else to hold their events.

It stinks in my opinion.

On a second note I see that G.A.Y at Space is only allowed to go till 6am which also stinks.

With Inquistion on this week and Big Queer nation on in 4 weeks time I personally think G.A.Y will struggle to sell out at a venue that is average to say the least and can only trade till 6am.

I'm saving my pennies for BQN and giving G.A.Y the flick this time.

G.A.Y (as fun a party as it is) will be back again later in the year, I'll go then.
My 5 cents worth. - Wed 12 May 2004 08:17:58
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I don't think anyone claimed that they had. The point was more about prevailing perceptions of Inquisition as a dark and dirty party and whether or not that theme should be supported by the music style(s). Frankly, I wouldn't know the technical difference between underground/deep/tribal/chemical/ and I'm not all that interested anyway. I do know what I - and a lot of other leather people - like when we hear/feel it and look forward to getting into it on Saturday.

I don't know about you, but my experience of Inquisition in the Dome was pretty much consistently glorious :)
- Wed 12 May 2004 09:20:36

Hear, hear! At my first INQ party about 10 years ago I remember haering Tina Charlea "I love to love (but my baby just wants to dance)"
- Wed 12 May 2004 10:34:17

I actually disagree with your above post.... I think G.A.Y has great potential, and on several occasions when I have visited SPACE, I have totally enjoyed the venue. It is a great venue, but it is only as good as the promoters deck it out... Let's hope G.A.Y will rock!!

I'm sure there are lots of people going to be snubbing BQN, and would gladly go to G.A.Y instead. Remember BQN popularity has been declining quite rapidily, and being the fact it is a long weekend, there are lots of options....

Hope both parties are a success though, because we don't need to lose another party due our vicous 'over that old thing' attitudes.... support our community
Enjoy to all!! - Wed 12 May 2004 11:21:01

I went and 'twas good. Butts vs Rollins is always a good double. Cool fun and sexy mixed crowd with good costume factor (tight door staff) and play stations working (talkin crucifixes and racks rather than video games) All in all a good energy for a friday. Father whippy was my faveorite!
Sie! - Wed 12 May 2004 15:15:36

The *best* leather music I have experienced is the style played in days gone by (but not too long ago) at The Barracks for morning recoveries after Mardi Gras etc parties. Used to always head there straight from the showgrounds via the laneway (RIP).

They always seemed to stick to a kind of dark non-vocal house style that was aggressive without sounding like two sticks being beaten together. Melodic at times and not really what I would describe as tribal. Can't describe it any more vaguely than that lol. Not typical Mandy Rollins-style, though.

Anyway was v cruisy and v sexy and the leather boys did their leather dance thing and it was fewking amazing to watch and be in the middle of after a night shoulder to shoulder in the the RHI. Trouble with a too crowded dance floor is there's no room to move for those leather boys who don't normally venture out on the dance floor much. They need their room to move, sexy beasts!

Can't see that happening at City Live.

The main gripe I've had with Inquisitions I've been to in the past is that the music tended less towards sexy/cruisy and more towards thumpy/twosticks. (technical terms) Wears me down after a wee while.

I guess we'll see soon enough...
Trance Trance Trance - Wed 12 May 2004 16:49:37

What amazes me is 1 or 2 bad posts and everyone screams. Fair enough if there is a dozen negative comments but a couple of negative comments does not mean the majority agree - get it ? There will always be a couple of arseh.... who stir the pot , just dont bite.

Also how do you other posters know that Justin's set is gonna be bad ? Remember he was chosen by SLPA to play so it was their choice from him demo. Either contact SLPA to complain or what would be really great is you shut up till after the party. Justin seems to have been very well accepted at past events.

As for Trance - again this amazes me. No music style has a long life attached to it. It has been around for a good decade or more albeit with slight changes over the years. The London traveller obviously didn't go to Europe or places like Ibiza where trance has a massive following but there are other clubs playing other styles - you have a choice just like you have a choice to go or not to go to a party but stop ya bitchin just to satisfy your own personal tastes. Has any party ever changed its DJ's/styles/formats just because some people bitched on pinkbourd ?

Just take a deep breath before you type :)
T - Wed 12 May 2004 17:02:22

this is just a little post for those people that bitch and moan about trance, 1. if you dont like trance then dont go to any good dance party's (see toybox, ruby, mardigras RHI peak time i.e. this year ryan & luke.) you can still go to mardi gras but maybe you would prefer to hang out in the retro area, oh sorry and i spose you can go to toybox (how could you miss out...) as you could hang out in the front bar and dance to the sounds of alex jake paul whoever it is. i love good house music also but i prefer trance. if your not the sort of person that likes to party HARD then sure trance may not be your thing. anyways just wanted to say that.
if you cant beat em, join em..... - Wed 12 May 2004 17:43:01

Just take a deep breath before you type :)
T - Wed 12 May 2004 17:02:22

i think some bitchin' pinkboarders would like to take some credit for the retro space being enthusiastically included in this year's array of mg styles/venues .. but have to agree with the sentiment that if it's not to your liking then move on ... i personally can't see how you can be in the two venues at once, so just stay in the one that's to your liking :-)
- Wed 12 May 2004 17:52:04

Some good advice but I don't think anyone is saying that Justin's set is going to be bad. It's been more about a bunch of posters stating a preference for a certain musical vibe that equates to their experience/relationship with Inquisition. I don't think that they're "arse....s" for doing so - it's what this wall is about and some slightly thin-skinned exponents of "The DJ knows best" approach to gay dance culture could do with buying into that and getting over themselves. As it turns out, SLPA are running two separate dance spaces and good on 'em - I hope Justin blows the place apart.

The fact that you'd have to be a total dweeb to contact anyone to complain about an event before it happens would probably account for the fact that no-one thought to contact SLPA to "complain." Of course you need to experience it beforehand but equally, you can't blame leather people for getting a bit agitated over being told what they should be "appreciating."
- Wed 12 May 2004 17:57:32

- well that makes sense, there were people in the park on Sunday but not like last year.
only 3 sleeps to Inqy - Wed 12 May 2004 18:38:34

As far as I'm concerned there will be more G.A.Y's this year but only one Big Queer Nation.

Frankly the choice isnt that hard !!!
My 5 cents worth. - Wed 12 May 2004 22:51:58

but that was well before dj submissions and dj announcements but yes agree *certain* postings have certainly helped get ideas across. Just tired of a couple of posts probably from the same person and people over react to them whilst they probably just sit and laugh at the reaction.
And you're right about clubs/parties with 2 or more rooms playing music. I head for the Hordern everytime as I love my hardstyle music but I dont bitch about Retro/Handbag so why bitch about other dj's/halls when I wont even be in that area ?

Sorry Evil Twin and girlf wont be at Inquisition. Start a new job on Monday and have to be "clear" headed ! so another time for buying you that drink unless you do end up at BQN ? same applies Ms Golightly/Shanobear/any other regulars.
T - Thu 13 May 2004 11:46:37

See you in the tunnels

Bigger than Tex arse!!!
- Thu 13 May 2004 11:58:02

Larger capacity is one reason. The main two complaints regarding last year were the lighting and the silly half-licenced, half-not situation (you could not smoke inside, good, but you could not drink outside - and it rained).

A lot of effort is being put into the lighting this year with things like fridge lights being covered in gel, house lights right down, a dynamic lighting and laser design not seen in that venue since the Ice party. This year the licence covers the complete site so the problem of moving around with a drink will not occur. There is also around 500 sq metres of covered area outside to give more comfort if the weather gets feral - forecast is all fine if a touch cool.

The Committee really have listened and, with the immense co-operation of Fox, are doing their best, within the law, to rectify all the identified problems from last year. Remember this party ensures the annual budget for the operation of SLPA so, if you were having doubts, think again and come along for a great sexy fetish night out.

And no, I am not on the Committee, or even a member - just credit where credit's due.
- Thu 13 May 2004 12:04:47

I'm still going ! I'll just do my best to avoid the cheese
texas instrument - Thu 13 May 2004 12:49:57

I guess it will be something like Indulgence, ie very leather, sexy and musically similar. Looking forward to hearing Chip play - he always brings a touch of class to the room
MK - Thu 13 May 2004 13:38:41

tune in around australia on frequencies

Bathurst 88.9FM
Melbourne 93.1FM / 1224AM
Brisbane 93.3FM
Adelaide Foothills 95.1FM
Perth 96.9FM
Sydney 97.7FM / 1107AM
Young 98.7FM
Darwin 100.9FM
Wagga Wagga 103.5FM
Canberra 105.5FM
Hobart 105.7FM
Adelaide 106.3FM
Newcastle 1413AM
Wollongong 1485AM
peace-girl x - Thu 13 May 2004 16:44:32

It's a no brainer: The G epidemic struck and Arq was pulling that crowd. It's just bad luck. But for the moment, the place is more hassle than it's worth.

They'll be back.
so will I, one day - Thu 13 May 2004 17:38:00

Let's see how the marquee works. It sounds good to me. I can't wait.....
Paul Diamondo - Thu 13 May 2004 18:30:44

I know you can't stick a large stairwell in but if you can think of ways of lowering the outlay and charge less, you may be able to build up a following. Slowly BUT

^we may be poor today but tomorrow? ^
surely, - Thu 13 May 2004 18:32:03

Join myself, Gray the-boy-sidekick and special guest star (ala Heather Locklear on Melrose Place) Greg Boladian!

We'll be spinning fresh new trance toons, giving away passes to our night SUNDAY SCHOOL @ ARQ and Greg will be presenting his current top trax.

Plus this week I promise to press all the right buttons at the right times!!! *

(*not real promise)
www.lukeleal.com - Thu 13 May 2004 18:52:00

Just add up all the leathery man-woman hours music hours of ALL the DJ's
concentrate, concentrate - Thu 13 May 2004 18:52:48

APPOLOGIES, i read but didn't ack. previous post-that's a fair cover charge considering you have two sub-spaces. 2 rooms of music. good idea
mmm, will check the roster - Thu 13 May 2004 19:04:21

hahaha that is funny because it is true. Regarding what to do on Sunday night, well at this stage the whole laying in bed feeling sorry for myself and swearing off from dance parties forever sounds like a goer.

Can't wait to get jiggy with it. See you at Inquisition.
Hudson - Thu 13 May 2004 19:37:29

Yes get London person here to party with us. Need to see new faces.

Now, the most important question that needs addressing for saturday is... what to wear! Hmm, I think a change of clothes at some point is required. Formal leathers to kick off, then something a bit more practical. Rope? Leather cuffs? A pocketful of Evil Tiny Pegs? Bumbag full of accessories? Argh! All of the above.
Evil Twin - Thu 13 May 2004 22:24:47

Evil Twin, You are too evil for your own good ;)
My 5 cents worth. - Thu 13 May 2004 22:35:24

hehe, when the weather turns I think we are all big leather wusses and the rubberists laugh at us until they get a chill too!
Inquisition Qs - indoors= 3 levels of party, excellent DJs, many bars + the Red Room, outdoors= large enclosed Dance tent with more DJs, masseur, covered seating, coat check, outdoor bar and food + extra loos for those with wobbly legs.
Lil - luscious in leather and looking forward to Party time - Thu 13 May 2004 23:27:09

Also looking forward to the marquee/outdoor area!
- Fri 14 May 2004 09:13:12

Go to www.mardigras.org.au to download the form to complete
- Fri 14 May 2004 09:20:38

Yours in fetish and sincerest envy,
Craig Ingrey - Fri 14 May 2004 11:46:18

I remember this day at the Shift and I agree. Chip you did excel at this recovery last year. Hope you can do it again.
SL - Fri 14 May 2004 12:56:21

New heaters & windbreaks have been added to the fabulous rooftop @ East Village creating a cosy & intimate vibe for Smooch.

This week features DJ Mike Kelly (MG / Indulgence) who is heading off to DJ in Paris, London, Rotterdam & Berlin, Scott Pullen (Big Queer Nation / Colombian) & Renae Stanton.

$5 Vodkas * $5 Coronas * 1/2 price Long Island Iced Teas

Sundays 5pm - 11pm
East Village Rooftop
234 Palmer St, Darlinghurst
(2 mins from Taylor Square)

All welcome :-)
- Fri 14 May 2004 14:41:21

thanks:)

re:
Hey Mike Kelly, avid reader of this wall - can I request something constructive?
and
- Fri 14 May 2004 12:17:29

no problemo!!! - people who WANT to hear new stuff - i love you two:)

rest assured i have a stack of new cuts, many more than i could play if even only once at both parties combined. been shopping stacks in sydney and melbourne so look out!!

there are always a few killer tracks i like to play regularly, but i will be sure to take your request into account and to keep things fresh and exciting (no doubt i will double up a few, but i will try to makle them newies rather than classics)

thanks for your feedback though - i really do hate being tragically old hat

request to you though - keep dancing when you don't know the song that is playing:)

oh yeah, and don't wear the same gear to both parties lest i feel like I am in a timewarp too:) LOL (i am sooooo kidding - have a great weekend)
MK - Fri 14 May 2004 15:24:12

i see the way some people are responded to on here
spot the fragile dj before a big gig - Fri 14 May 2004 15:38:21

Starting a new job Monday so not partying and dont like City Live at all.

Hopefully have that drink at BQN ?
T - Fri 14 May 2004 17:58:37

Barbara Tucker, house goddess, is in town doing the Sweatfest with C & C Music Factory, which finishes at 11pm.

Any chance of a live PA at arq, like Ultra Nate/Chance/Terra Diva

That would be heaven!!
House Monkey - Fri 14 May 2004 20:19:50

It is concievable that if Scott didn't work his magic then the couple may never have got up and danced [the rest is about to become history]

Then it dawned on me: DJ's don't just play music
-- they make you fall in love - Fri 14 May 2004 22:24:11

Im sure the people of Denmark would be devistated to hear that Mary has jumped shipped !!!!

He thinks somebody didn't pass geography at school ;)
My 5 cents worth. - Fri 14 May 2004 23:26:05

as long as you don't fail the Prohibited Weapons test you should be fine to bring in your toys
http://www.policensw.com/info/gen/wea1.html

make your own fun and enjoy the night
not telling who - Sat 15 May 2004 00:32:25

Hi there T, Unfortunately I will not be able to attend BQN as planned. I will be working again at my regular gig which is about to be relaunched in the coming weeks :) However thanks for the offer and I hope you'll come along and say hi sometime.

And while I'm at it, a quick message to Justin.... Wish I could be there at inquisition to hear your set mate. It will be sensational as always.
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countdownboy - Sat 15 May 2004 07:51:18

Signing off now until monday? tuesday? whenever I surface. At any rate, huge thankyous to all the people who have worked so hard to make leather pride week and Inquisition happen. Love muscle, fairday, artshow, workshops, and now party, it's been a real community effort and bloody worthwhile. Time to party. See you there.
Evil Twin - Sat 15 May 2004 10:42:56

hott goss! Who is the gay male dj who once dated Princess Mary??
- Sat 15 May 2004 13:58:11

Is there some sort of INQUISITION going on here?

play safe, look hot, stay cool. I am with you tonight in spirit
throb - Sat 15 May 2004 15:49:18

i have danced to many a dj sets and yet to fall in love...hmmm...where is prince charming?
- Sat 15 May 2004 21:07:38

i kissed a frog once and he turned ugly. i thought it was meant to be the other way round...
- Sat 15 May 2004 22:38:20

Hey Alex, I like your slick website (alextaylor.com.au) and VERY much appreciate the posting of your GIGS
thank you Mr Taylor - Sat 15 May 2004 23:19:48

Deep male voice, main lines
"this place is out of control..."
"doesn't matter if you're str8 or gay"

...then my memory goes a bit hazy lol

any help MUCH appreciated its driving me nuts... :-P
- Sun 16 May 2004 00:10:03

I'm sorry but the music in the outside area just didn't work in my opinion for that sort of a party. Sure there were a few leather boys and girls camping it up to that sugar coated cheese but in the main most of the people I spoke to during the night thought it was highly childish and far more appropriate for a room full of twinks rather than a room full of more mature party folk.

Inside Stage 11 rocked and the music really hit the spot.

A valuable lesson learnt for next year no doubt.

Time for bed.
My 5 cents worth. - Sun 16 May 2004 10:02:27

And this is the part that really amazes me with some posters here - you had a choice !!! get it a choice !!! so you didnt like the outside music , but loved the the Inside music - that is great, but why bitch your own personal viewpoints on the other music styles. I'm sure we will see posters saying how much they loved the outside area. If both rooms played same styles and you were disappointed them sure you have a right to complain but why oh why do posters have to moan when there is a choice of music styles/halls/dance areas ?

Please explain ?
T - Sun 16 May 2004 11:42:54

You werern't there , I was.

Sure younger people can come to Inquistion and get into leather, the reality is that they dont in the main. The average age of people at this event was 30's and older.

On your other comment - I acknowledge there was CHOICE and I CHOSE to spend the night inside Stage 11 listening to music that more appropriate for this event. The general comment from people during the night was that the handbag music outside didnt work and wasn't appropriate for this event. This in my opinion was the MAJORITY consensus.

I did however spend 20-30 minutes outside because I wanted to see what the other "choice" was. I am entitled to that option am I not ?

I CHOSE not to like it and went back inside.

I also CHOOSE to have an opinion which I am entitled to voice.

And voice it I have.

Please inquisition, lets keep the themeing of this party in check next year.

Now, Im gonna try again to get some sleep :(
My 5 cents worth - Sun 16 May 2004 12:33:08

Ticket To Ride by Sky & Sugar Star

So how was Inquisition?
Dan Murphy - Sun 16 May 2004 12:45:38

Sun 16 May 2004 00:10:03

It's called "Ticket To Ride" by Syke & Sugarstarr. I got my copy in August last year, but it is still very popular and a great track too.
M.C - Sun 16 May 2004 16:06:09

and

M.C - Sun 16 May 2004 16:06:09

Thank you very much you guys are gems!
- Sun 16 May 2004 17:37:11

A good party but not, I think, a quintessentially great leather party. It was slick and well-produced. SLPA made some very positive improvements to the City Live space and the tented area worked well. It's never going to be an ideal leather party venue but full marks to SLPA for giving it their best shot. Happy, hot, slightly older crowd that I would estimate to have been around 80% leather and 20% 'visiting.' Nothing wrong with visitors from my perspective - without them it would be a smaller crowd with less revenue raising potential, but the ongoing challenge is to balance the uniqueness of the vibe that attracts the core consituency with the potential vibe dilution that a more mainstream crowd inevitably brings.

On that note (and in light of what has gone before on this wall), Justin Scott is a fine DJ - full credit to him - but his stuff doesn't do an Inquisition gut/heart/balls connect for mine. I absolutely acknowledge the fact that this is a personal opinion but I guess I'm pretty locked in to the concept of Inquisition as a dirty, dark celebration of a g&l sexual subculture. I guess I attend - and have for a long time - with that view in mind. Is there really a niche market for a lighter, hands-in-the-air, camp-it-up stream in the Inquisition mix? Maybe. It certainly hasn't been deemed necessary before this year but then, the only constant in gay culture is that things will change....

I miss the 'sex' element - not just the sex on the dancefloor aspect but - far more importantly - the potential for sex kind of pervading the atmosphere. That's less evident these days, but it's hardly SLPA's fault. Hey! Maybe it's mine?!! :)

I had a good time, the indoor DJ's hit the spot, SLPA did a fine job with a wucking difficult space, but......but...
- Sun 16 May 2004 17:58:59

Mike Kelly rocked the opening set, gettin tricky with the mixes too. Good set.

Neal Crawford fantastic and great music. Also getting tricky with the mixes (in a good way haha) Had to go before the end so didn't get to hear it all, though. Best music of the night.

Feisty and Mandy great mixing but I thought the music tended tawards the too chunky for me (as I would expect from Mandy)

All in all I just wish either Neal was on earlier or more of that borderline trance/tribal was on the menu earlier.

Thought the tent worked well but it was just too cold to hang around too long. Don't think the music selection there was anything to do with the dwindling numbers as the night went on.

However, that City Live venue is crap crapper crappy crapola. The upstairs area needs either more seats to be a lounge area or some extra lighting effects to turn it into a proper dance space. At the moment it's just a waste of space with zero atmosphere for either chatting/watching or dancing - at least for a queer crowd. Perhaps for the non-dancing blokey parts of a straight crowd it would work better.

But the whole place is just TOO COLD !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I could hardly find one spot in the whole venue/tent that I could stand or sit for five minutes that wasn't either cold to begin with or had a jet of cold air blowing out the wall or ceiling. Made the night *very* uncomfortable. And the dance floor didn't really warm up too much either. Perhaps Paul Dillon has had a tad too much input on the air conditioning policy with his latest campaign for cold dance spaces. Brrrrrrrrr! Not healthy!

I certainly hope BQN does something better with City Live if they use it but I will *never* go to an event in that pit again if it's the main dance space. It sucks big time.

But anyway the dancing was fun (if a touch cold) until I left about 6.

Dirty boys on the dance floor lol!
Trance Trance Trance - Sun 16 May 2004 21:41:36

Nice bloke.....

Good DJ (in the right environment)..... BUT

It was an APPAULING DJ selection.
- Sun 16 May 2004 22:21:22

The people who chose him have alot to answer for.
Leatherclad iron - Mon 17 May 2004 09:02:40

Without wanting to buy into the musical debate (my opinions are coloured by the fact that we regularly employ Mandy & Feisty) it was great to feel such a friendly vibe - something that has been lacking from time to time at Inqui's past.

Up on the (somewhat overlit) top floor the diversity of the crowd was at maximum, with a wonderfully mixed bag of people whipping and spanking away very happily. Smiles were in plentiful supply, while the lack of overcrowding made it easy to get around/ get a drink etc.

So thanks to all the volunteers who worked so hard to put on such a big, successful night. My aching legs and somewhat fragile state are the best review I know of.

Cheers
Craig/Master Tom - Mon 17 May 2004 10:57:37

Loved your set on the rooftop at Smooch on Sunday. What a great venue for an intimate Sunday gig.

If you haven't checked it out, I can highly recommend it. Great vibe & very cool music.

http://www.eastvillage.com.au/12.html
- Mon 17 May 2004 13:21:15

I thought it was ten times as sexy as Inquisition plus the venue and music was excellent. It was good to see Chip and Mike Kelly back at the decks together, and the music they both played, especially Chip was amazing. Stayed busy til they kicked us out at whatever o'clock it was.

BTW, did really enjoy Inquisition. Agree with previous poster that there wasn't even a sniff of sex in the air in my experience... maybe i didn't look hard enough, but the shift... WOOF!!!
content - Mon 17 May 2004 14:45:12

Wasn't up for recoveries, so enjoyed our own private recovery in the best possible way.
Evil Twin - Mon 17 May 2004 15:21:44

All the same, with all the cops around - I felt safe. It will pass
- Mon 17 May 2004 20:21:37

I know a few people who were there on Sat night and from what they told me it was hardly a raid. More like a couple of police walking around the edge of the dancefloor and that's about it. One thing they all agree on is that the music was ordinary (as it has been everytime I've been there on a Saturday in the last 6 months) and the place was pretty dead....
- Mon 17 May 2004 20:42:18

I liked the young probationary constable with the blond hair and smooth skin...

he can sniff and bark at me any day!!!
swooner - Mon 17 May 2004 20:51:52

I have to admit I'm quite looking forward to G.A.Y and exploring a new venue that Ive yet to be to.

Who else is going ????
yob yag - Mon 17 May 2004 22:05:07

"Cruisin' with Jake Kilby"
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This week on Cruisin' we have more great giveaways, including tickets to G.A.Y, season one of Will & Grace on DVD, more CD's and Stiffies Underwear. There will be the usual gossip, news, and nonsense. Get set for cruise control...
Cruisin' with Jake Kilby - Mon 17 May 2004 22:39:55

I LOVED dancing to Justin's music. Each to thier own. I thought that was what leather was about. The way my Daddy beat me all sunday was probably not to your liking either!

Thanks Leather Pride for a great night. Thanks Justin for the tunes.
Broken Boy - Tue 18 May 2004 10:49:39

I consider myself a fully fledged member of the leather community and couldn't agree more. Musical highlights for me included Justin playing the Tamperer (feel it) and Crystal Waters (my time) and the floor was jam packed at tis stage so who said the leather crowd wouldn't dance to Justin? Bring him back next year!!
- Tue 18 May 2004 15:06:34

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peace-girl. x - Tue 18 May 2004 15:37:49

I love the rooftop, & the crowd up their are so friendly.
- Tue 18 May 2004 15:49:22

If you preferred the music inside City Live as some have posted , cant you just say that ? ( My 5 cents worth and Leatherclad Iron ) why be negative about another room ? you couldn't dance in the 2 areas at the same time . Besides there are others who have different music tastes to your own.
Can't you just be nice ? - Tue 18 May 2004 18:11:40

The night itself was just as challenging for me, as it was for my critics.

Inquisition has never had the style of music that I represent. They (Sydney Leather Pride Association) took a gamble, and it worked, regardless of whatever people think now, or have to say about the event.

The tent was full... great atmosphere... lots of smiles all round... and a sea of hands in the air. For people to say that the majority claimed that my style of music just didn't work, is just plain incorrect. To say that they didn't like my style of music is fair enough, as they are entitled to their opinion.

That aside, I'd also like to thank my friends and fellow DJ's who have supported me to the fullest in the lead up to the event. For the record, in my 8 yrs of working in this industry, this gig was by far the hardest ever. As I said earlier, this style of music was new to Inquisition, and not knowing the reception it would receive, only made me more determined to try and make the event a success.

On another note, I had a couple of hours to kill before my set, so I hung around Stage 11 (City Live) for a while. Bumped into a few friends I hadn't seen in months, then headed off upstairs for the birds eye view. The sound quality, lighting and lasers were great (good work Damon), and everybody seemed to be getting into the swing of it. Bars were busy, and saw a couple getting into a bit of mischief in a dimly lit corner. Great to see lots of girls about too. Saw plenty of security about as well, although must admit, sometimes it was hard to tell the difference between the paid and unpaid one's *wink wink*

The organisers did a fantastic job. There were bars upstairs, downstairs, inside & outside. A massuese was there offering massages, a food bar catering to the hungry, and a cloak room staffed and big enough to store Nanny Fine