Category Archives: On Point With

Co-producer of the rave-tastic EUWHORIA parties that are seizing the queer femmes and their friends like a fever, Xana 101 is spinning the soundtrack of a stylish & sexy summer. [Cover photo: Hadriel Gonzalez / Cyb3r Bull] Thotyssey: Hi Xana, happy Pride Month! You just came off of, what, three gigs this weekend? “Kittypool,” “Xenasphere”ContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Xana 101”

With her drag striking a balance between political activism and superfun weirdness, Anne J. Tifah is truly a drag performer of this moment… and likely for many moments to come! Thotyssey: Thanks for chatting today, Anne! How has Pride Month been treating you so far? Anne J. Tifah: Hello! I’m so happy to be withContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Anne J. Tifah”

Coming up as a DJ during socially distanced post-lockdown NYC, Hope 808 keeps us hopeful for the future of the city dance floors with “Family Jewels,” “Lezzie Maguire” and an official Pride party this summer. [Cover photo: Syra Sparkle] Thotyssey: Hi Hope, Happy Pride! How is June treating you so far? Hope 808: Hey there,ContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Hope 808”

Catalina puts body-ody-ody on the menu this summer! Thotyssey: Hi Catalina, Happy Pride Month! You just had a real busy weekend spent at Paradise and Stonewall… how did it all go? Catalina: Oh yes, it was everything I imagined and more! Although I hurt myself on Friday night a little bit–I called out of workContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Catalina”

Known for bringing Bollywood beats to the bars via his hit party brand Yuva, producer and DJ DynAmite serves it hot this summer. [Cover photo: Winston Williams] Thotyssey: Hi DJ DynAmite, thanks for chatting today! We are already about a third of the way through Pride Month now… how is it treating you so far?ContinueContinue reading “On Point With: DynAmite”

Teacher, artist, producer, performer, Gaga stan… it’s high time to get a sense of Nostalgia! Thotyssey: Hi Nostalgia, thanks for chatting today! How is Pride Month treating you so far? Nostalgia: Hey! It’s been sorta chaotic to be honest–with gearing up for shows while getting ready to move at the end of the month, andContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Nostalgia”

What fresh Hell(‘s Kitchen) is this? Lucifer is the Devil you will WANT to know this season, as they light the fire of your weekends with two new parties! Thotyssey: Hi Lucifer, Happy Pride Month! Does the devil do rainbows, lol? Lucifer: Hello! You know, it’s Next Season Demonic. It’s in season… I heard rainbowsContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Lucifer”

She’s here to fight for your mental and spiritual health, and to tear the house all the way down in the process: NYC drag star Gia the Warrior Princess! Thotyssey: Hi Gia, thanks for chatting today! How is this Pride month treating you three days in? Gia the Warrior Princess: It’s great! The weather hasContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Gia The Warrior Princess”

This Jewel of Jersey has already placed in one of that state’s best known drag pageants, and this summer the glow-up will continue… behold the prismatic power of Spectra Electra! [Cover photo: Roxie Chanel] Thotyssey: Spectra, hello! It’s only been a few days of course, but how’s Pride Month for you so far? Spectra Electra:ContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Spectra Electra”

Preparing to premiere a brand new Pride event in Long Island, Awhora Borealis is here to shine the brightest light this summer. Thotyssey: Hi Awhora! It’s nearly June, are you ready for a Hot Drag Summer? Awhora Borealis: Hi! Well, to be honest, I initially thought you asked if I was ready for a HotContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Awhora Borealis”

The first ever winner of “Canada’s Drag Race” charmed the world with her energetic playfulness, humor, musical chops and beauty. Not even the increasingly hostile queerphobia of rural America, which she carefully navigates in HBO’s “We’re Here,” can break her spirit. And now she’s got fun new songs, local Pride Month shows and an upcomingContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Queen Priyanka”

A newer drag queen and show producer bringing a vibe all her own to the scene… become a slave to the rhythm of Groovy Bluez! [Cover photo: Myles Tate] Thotyssey: Happy Memorial Day, Groovy! How did the month of May treat you? Groovy Bluez: Hey! May has been a crazy month, but pretty good soContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Groovy Bluez”

The words “iconic” and “legendary” are some of the most overused adjectives in New York nightlife… but who can argue that there are better words to describe Susanne Bartsch? She practically invented the concept of nightlife as we now know it when she combined the worlds of fashion and nightclubbing for some of the mostContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Susanne Bartsch”

The Eagle NYC’s Joshua Ruiz flies high on the hottest of beats. Thotyssey: Hi Joshua, how has the month of May been treating you? Joshua Ruiz: Hi there, May has been great! It’s set to be the busiest month of my young DJ career, with some pretty high profile gigs. So I’m definitely excited! She’sContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Joshua Ruiz”

Queer comic extraordinaire will be splitting your sides all summer: Poppy J. Snacks! [Cover photo: Kat Soriano] Thotyssey: Hi Poppy, thanks for chatting today! You were recently part of the “Kweendom” lineup of standup comics at Pete’s Candy Store in Brooklyn… how did that go? Poppy J. Snacks: Thank you for reaching out! I actuallyContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Poppy J. Snacks”

A singer / songwriter who emerged at a time when women were ruling the charts with a unique sound all her own, Sophie. B. Hawkins gifted us with massive hits like “Damn I Wish I Was Your Lover” and “As I Lay Me Down.” She’s also waged war with labels–both the music industry type, andContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Sophie B. Hawkins”

A very fierce competitor and memorable alum from “RuPaul’s Drag Race’s” 15th season, Loosey LaDuca is well known for her musical chops (with a hit song to prove it), Broadway flair, sidesplitting comedy and competitive tenacity. Could you think of a better “Rocky Horror” Frank N. Furter to grace the stage? Neither can we, soContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Loosey LaDuca”

A fierce young queen on the rise is ready for her takeover: ride the cool breeze of Heroine Wintour’s ascent! Thotyssey: Hey, Heroine! It’s a gorge spring Hump Day, are you enjoying it?Heroine Wintour: Hi, Thanks for having me! Yes, my morning and afternoon has honestly been nothing to complain about! Last time I sawContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Heroine Wintour”

A southern born fur queen here to rock your world and get you to the voting booth: we all jump for Shaneeda Bump! Thotyssey: Hi Shaneeda, thanks for chatting! How’s May treating you so far?Shaneeda Bump: May has been really great! I just moved into a new apartment, and my drag now has its ownContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Shaneeda Bump”

Few can balance the duel energies of “sexual dynamo” and “intimate crooner” quite like Trev Handsome. Watching him straddle the piano in a harness and jockstrap while singing soulful renditions of self-penned sentiment is something that must be both seen and heard to be fully appreciated. And this summer on Fire Island, you can doContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Trev Handsome”