We watch from below through the sheen of warm
blood flowing out of a harpy eagle: your focus and
jawline so sharp that we anticipate them to cut the
sky open and all of your desires will hemorrhage
down, but you forget that every time they are hoped
for, the only sensation throbbing through you is
Read MoreThree poems by Aly Laube: "Natural Anointment," "Sweating Fruit," and "The Descent"
Read MoreIf you live in Vancouver, you may be familiar with the vibrant burlesque community that lights up the floors and stages of local bars and restaurants around the city.
Almost every weekend, Vancouverites and visitors can find somewhere to sip on a cheeky cocktail or craft beer and soak in all the juicy sensual goodness of the city’s diverse, quirky burlesque performers. With one of the largest and most rapidly growing burlesque scenes in North America, how lucky are we?
Read MoreWith views of mountains, alleyways paved between detached homes in Hastings Sunrise, and the sandy and grassy area of Trout Lake, Golden Delicious emulates the familiarity of home and the meaning behind it; what it means to feel at home with yourself, your family and those around you. Jason Karman's first feature-length film premiere at VIFF examines the coming-of-age story of a young Asian Canadian navigating his sexuality, the people he cares about, and his parents he doesn’t want to let down.
Read MoreBack in October, I was asked to cover the album release of Dust Cwaine, local singer-songwriter and drag queen, for their sophomore album, Arcana. The album, like Dust, was immersed in pop colour, featuring an arrangement of talent from artists such as producer Please Be Nice and rapper Tea Fannie.
Read MoreNobody tells you explicitly how intimate oppression is; it is not only in the streets or institutionally. It is also while you brush your teeth and right before you go to bed, and when you say a prayer to the deity you question exists. You are not man enough, says the patriarchy as you wash your face. You are nowhere near rich enough for your dreams, says capitalism as you floss. You are not beautiful enough, says white supremacy as you bring yourself into meditation to attempt to chase out the world you will one day transcend.
Read MoreDust Cwaine’s aromantic love song “INNUENDO” is their latest single.
Read MoreA kindhearted exploration of a young transgender man’s journey towards self-actualization, and the many sides of his unique life.
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