(OUTscene TV) CLASSIC: MK chats with IDOL Season 11 Finalists, Elise and Deandre!

by MK Scott

With Season 12 of American Idol starting up, I want to take you back to July 2012 when for the 4th year in a row, OUTscene  NW was the only EXCLUSIVE Gay outlet in the NW to cover the American Idol Tour. Of course the first choice would have been the Current Idol himself, Phillip Phillips. Since he was un-available, I was happy to chat with 2 of my Faves, Elise Testone and DeAndre Brackensick. Plus a Chance encounter! 

(OUTscene TV) CLASSIC: MK chats with Daniel Hernandez about Saving Gabby Giffords Life, 2 yrs ago Today!

by MK Scott

2 years ago Today, former Arizona, congresswoman, Gabby Giffords was one of many that were gunned down. If it hadn't been for her Gay Intern it would have been worse. In June 2011, I ran into LGBT Rights Activist and 'Hero', Daniel Hernandez, Jr at Seattle Pridefest and asked about being asked as Grand Marshall for the Seattle Pride Parade and doesn't consider himself a Hero, even though he saved Gabby Giffords Life!  

 

(SPECIAL) 2012 In 4 Minutes!

Filmmaker Ryan James Yezak took a break from his forthcoming documentary, Second Class Citizens, to review 2012 and compile this 4-minute review of the year ending in a few hours. It's all here: Honey Boo, Obama's reelection, the cruise ship overturning off the coast of Italy...

Relive the past twelve months in four minutes of "that happened too?"

(ASK MISTY) Misty's Top 5 Questions in 2012!

In 2012, Florida Based queen, Misty Eyez's Video Blog, ASK MISTY, started to appear on OUTview. Here are ASK MISTY's Top 5 Posts, according to our Readers (Based on Page Views.)

5. Misty...I'm a Girly Boy.  Does the Gay community Hate me?

4. Misty...Should I give up on men?

3. Misty...I'm a 30yo Man and just came out as BI!

2. Misty...I'm discouraged because I find most gays to be Shallow and cliquish!

1. Misty...I fall for guys not interested in me!

(MK SCOTT) Best of 2012 plus MK's Favorite INTER-view of the year!

In 2012, MK Scott showcased his work in both Print and Video Interviews with some of  the Best Personalities in Gay Culture.  Here are MK's Top 5 Posts, according to our Readers (Based on Page Views.) Plus MK's Personal Favorite of the year!

MK w/ Gayby's Lisecki

5. Director and STAR of "GAYBY", Jonathan Lisecki! 

4. EXCLUSIVE 'BEAR-HUG' with Bear City 2's, Stephen Guarino and Greg Gunter! 

3. EXCLUSIVE 'Joint' INTER-view with DTLA Stars, Danny Roberts and Julie Goldman! 

2. Model James Preston, Co-star and Director discuss James Dean in Joshua Tree, 1951! 

(OUTscene TV) Planning a Holiday Party or Wedding? Meet Event Guru, Count Kody!

Andrea

by MK Scott

Count Kody’s passion is Entertainment Design and Event Planning. He creates magical realities, devoting his many skills to each project, no matter how intimate or how grand, how whimsical or opulent.

He balances his artistic attributes with his natural practical abilities in project management. As Count Kody says, "Beautifully designed events, from the most intimate dinner to the largest gala, bring joy into the world. My mission is to create joyful experiences every day during every season. Last month I chatted with Kody in this exclusive look at his Style to make the stunning display, even on a Budget.

(OUTscene TV) CLASSIC: MK remembers Holiday Legends Eartha Kitt and Rosemary Clooney!

Kitt's method (in 2004) of seducing young men: Champagne!

By MK Scott

Since it is Christmas, I remember 2 of the greatest Legends I had the opportunity to meet that both have contributed to the Holiday in a Big way. 

Tuesday marks the 4th anniversary of the passing of Eartha Kitt (Who is known for the classic, 'Santa Baby') and I remember meeting her as she performed at Seattle's Jazz Alley in 2004. After the show, I made way to her dressing room and was greeted by her publicist, "Are you Mr. Scott?". I said "Yes". The publicist then added, "We have been expecting you!"

(BEST of 2012) in Movies, a Supercut!

Some industrious soul has done a bang-up job of stitching together moments from dozens of this year's stand-out films. Here's the list.

(OUTscene TV) CLASSIC: MK chats with Director and Stars of Joshua Tree, 1951!

by MK Scott, (with Photographer, Zheng Wang)

I saw this film and met the cast at The  Seattle International Film Festival, this past May. This week it is making its  Los Angeles County Theatrical Run, 12th - 18th December / Long Beach Art Theatre / Tickets
*Filmmakers and cast in attendance.

  SIFF hosted its World Premiere of Matthew Mishory's"Joshua Tree, 1951: A Portrait of James Dean", . The details the time  where he was a student at UCLA and his relationship with his Roommate, and other. The Film stars former Abercrombie and Fitch Model, James Preston as Dean, and  Dan Glenn as "The Roommate". I chatted with Preston, Glenn, and Mishory about the film. 

(OUTscene TV) CLASSIC: MK's Chat with GAYBY Writer/Director/Star, Jonathan Lisecki, Coming to DVD on 12/11!

by MK Scott

One of the Best Gay films at SIFF 2012 was the full- length version of a short from 2010. 'GAYBY' re-teams Jenn Harris and Matthew Wilkas, with Writer/Director, Jonathan Lisecki who also has a supporting role. This Film is coming out on DVD on 12/11! Lisecki is also nominated for a Independent Spirit Award for Best Screenplay.

SYNOPSIS:
Broadway actor Matthew Wilkas (“Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark”) co-stars with the hilarious Jenn Harris as a gay guy and his straight best friend who decide to have a baby together — the old-fashioned way! Hilarious, sexy, wacky and romantic, this perfectly told New York tale from writer-director-star Jonathan Lisecki follows the travails of Jen and Matt all the way to one of the happiest happy endings you’ve ever seen. Cast also includes Adam Driver (HBO’s “Girls”) and Dulé Hill (“Psych”)!

Gayby has a runtime of 89 minutes and is not rated.

 I sat down with Lisecki the day after the Gay-la screening at SIFF 2012.

(OUTscene TV) CLASSIC: Adrian Ryan's Wild chat (From 2010) with Cabaret Legend, Joey Arias!

(L to R) Benzler, MK, Arias, Ryan

Joey Arias is a New York City based performance artist, cabaret singer, and drag artist.

Upon the death of his dear friend  (from AIDS) and artistic collaborator, Joey became executor to the Klaus Nomi (Sperber) estate. A tribute to his friend is held in Berlin every year. A film on the life he shared with Klaus is currently in the works.

Arias is also notable for his portrayal of Joan Crawford in New York productions of Christmas with the Crawfords, an original holiday spoof of Christina Crawford's book Mommie Dearest.

Joey was (One) of the subjects of the Documentary, "Arias with a Twist" (The other is Puppeter, Basil Twist) that played at the 2010 SLGFF. Adrian Ryan got the EXCLUSIVE, but got a wild conversation on tape! Enjoy!

(Mike's MAGIC) MK's Pick of the Week!

Warwick Rowing Team 2013 Calendar, A.K.A. “Brokeback Boathouse”

(OUTscene TV) CLASSIC: MK's Night with Blake Lewis!

FROM 2010: 

I had an awesome opportunity  in April 2010, meeting 2007 Idol runner up and Seattle native, Blake Lewis backstage at Seattle's premier Gay Nightclub, Neighbors. OURview's Shaun Knittel (Seattle Gay News) also was spotted! 

(Mike's MAGIC) MK's Pick of the Week!

Now that the Twilight saga is reaching its end, some industrious and horny soul has collected the shirtless moments from the first films and put them into one video.

(OUTscene TV) CLASSIC: MK's chat with Darcelle XV in honor of her Birthday!

Darcelle w/ Adams in 2010

By MK Scott

This weekend marks the 82nd Birthday celebration of a NW Icon. Walter Cole, aka Darcelle XV, is a true pioneer and is one of the oldest (still working) female impersators in the country and still owns Darcelle XV club.  As I grew up, Darcelle was always vocal and a true leader of  the community. Walter (as Darcelle) even attended my Aunt's wedding to her partner over 25 yrs ago. Here is my Interview from 2010 for 80th celebration.

(OUTscene TV) CLASSIC: MK chats with Peaches Christ at the 2010 Seattle premiere of 'All About Evil"!

FROM 2010:

By MK Scott


Had the pleasure of catching up with the San Francisco Midnight Madness queen, Peaches Christ, in town for the 2010 Premiere of her alter ego (Joshua Grannell) Feature Film Debut of 'All About Evil". Find out more about the film and What is next for Peaches?

MK's EXCLUSIVE 'BEAR-HUG' with Bear City 2's, Stephen Guarino and Greg Gunter!

by MK Scott It's been 2 years since Bear City played the Seattle Lesbian and Gay Film Festival and I had the pleasure to interview its stars, Stephen Guarino and Joe Conti. This year Bear City 2: The Proposal played this years Festival  and I once again spoke to Guarino Plus co-star, Greg Gunter about the highlights of the film and is Bear City 3 on the Horizon. The Highlight from the Interview (Taped on 10.12.12) was the BEAR-HUG!

(OUTscene TV) CLASSIC: MK catches up with Casper Andreas about 'Going Down in La La Land' Now on DVD!

by MK Scott

It was last October when Caper Andreas was in Seattle screening his latest, 'Going Down in La La Land', his first film set in LA (Not NY). Now it has been released on DVD. .

We chatted on-camera  and how his character takes a dark turn as Porn director turned Meth addict. The role is riveting and the director has assembled a cast of cameos with OUTscene favorites, Bruce Vilanch, Alec Mapa and Jesse Archer.

(OUTscene TV) CLASSIC: IDOL Season 10's Stefano Langone gets a Grilling from MK!

by MK Scott

This week the Season 11 IDOL tour arrives in Seattle and as I have done for the past 4 years I will be there to welcome and chat with these rising Stars! 

Last year I got to interview my Fave and Washington Native, Stefano. Here is that interview!

Stefano was a joy, not because he is the FULL Package (Looks and Voice) but like, (2007's) Blake Lewis, has made Seattlites Proud. The Full interview is below:

(OUTscene TV) CLASSIC: In Honor of 'August" coming to DVD, MK's Chat with Rappaport and Bartlett!

by MK Scott 

In Preparation of the August 14th DVD Release of AUGUST:  Directed by Eldar Rappaport and starring Murray Bartlett, Daniel Dugan, and Adrian Gonzalez. 

I interviewed Rappaport and Bartlett  last summer while the film was being shown as SIFF 2011's GAY-LA: