Saturday, June 14, 2008

Master of Ceremonies: Christopher Lawrence & Guests

The Kinsey Sicks

For well over a decade, The Kinsey Sicks, America's Favorite Dragapella Beautyshop Quartet, have served up a feast of music and comedy to audiences across the United States. Combining award winning a cappella singing, sharp satire and over-the-top drag, The Kinsey Sicks have developed a large and loyal following.

The Kinsey Sicks began in 1993 as a group of friends who went to a Bette Midler concert in San Francisco, dressed as the Andrews Sisters. Assuming they'd be among many drag queens, they found themselves to be the only ones (other than Bette, of course). They were approached that night to perform at an upcoming event. Their reply -- "we don't sing" -- was quickly disproved when they realized that all of them had musical backgrounds. They began singing and harmonizing that night, and the seed for The Kinsey Sicks was planted.

Eric Himan

His first self-titled cd, got great reviews in Penn State local press. 2002’s I Go On received attention for the song, “No Urgency” which was requested to be on the HRC’s Love Rocks compilation alongside Melissa Etheridge, Christina Aguilera, Dixie Chicks and many more musical heavyweights. In 2003, All For Show launched me into LGBT media with reviews in national publications like Out Magazine, Genre, and Instinct. After Eric featured on the front page of gay.com his email was flooded for months with folks interested in the music. He says: "After an attempt at working with hit making producers that wanted to make me some Frankenstein of what they thought I was about, I released 2005’s Dark Horse independently to even more press in and out of the LGBT press, including being listed in the 2005 OUT 100 list!"

In 2006, Everywhere All At Once contained the song, "Bartender," that became an instant hit with listeners and “Thanks” ended up at number one for five weeks on Sirius Radio’s OutQ station. He released a five song EP "There’s Gotta Be Something" that became his first music video. The video spent six weeks at the #1 spot on the Click List, MTV LOGO’s request countdown.

"In 2007, I was burned to a crisp from driving all over the country going strong for many years. It took about a month or two for me to go through my past and present to start writing my newest release, Resonate. Bringing my life out in the forefront, with references to my family, friends, and those I met on the road, the songs just seemed to write themselves. 2008’s Resonate is sure to bring light on songs such as “Little Boy Blue”, “For Me”, and “Protest Song” reaching new folks and touring even further than before. My best friend said, 'Make the cd that is going to change your life,' and I think I just did."

Giant Ass Drum Corps

Spokane's own Drum Corps, created and organized by Stormy, is active in the entire GLBTQ Community throughout the year. Their rhythms and humor set them apart from most drumming groups and the energy they generate could replace any hydro power from Spokane Falls.

Check back often for the updated line-up of performers.

Performer Information

OutSpokane currently accepting applications for performers to perform during Spokane’s 15th Annual Gay Pride Festival, June 14, 2008. This Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning and Allied Pride Celebration is the largest, family friendly, gathering in the Inland Northwest and Eastern Washington. Our Main Stage will be located in Gondola Meadows of Riverfront Park and OutSpokane will be providing a great sound system, stage crew, and a lively audience. Performing at Pride is a great way to reach your fans and to introduce yourself to new audiences.

What do you need to do?

Provide OutSpokane with the following:

• CD or DVD of the your work (no vinyl or cassettes)
  discography (if any)
• Photo(s) via internet - please send links to Photo(s) for Web site.
  One or two line statement about why the performer would like to perform at pride.
• Return SASE if you wish the materials to be returned.
  COMPLETE CONTACT INFORMATION MUST BE PROMINENT.

Please note: If you are submitting information for more than one performer, send each one under separate cover, so that we may consider each performer individually.

Submissions must be received no later than April 30, 2007.

Please send performer press packages to:

OutSpokane
Attn: Main Stage Entertainment Committee
15023 E. 11th Avenue
Spokane Valley, WA 99037

Once your performer’s package has been received, a confirmation of receipt will be sent along with information regarding our selection process.

Thank you for your interest in performing at Spokane Pride 2008.

Important Compensation Information: We are a non-profit organization and our finances are limited, therefore compensation packages may be available on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the OutSpokane Board of Directors. The OutSpokane Board of Directors generally does not provide air or ground transportation for performers, nor do we provide accommodations. If the performance is predicated upon one or more of these things, it must be expressly stated in the performer's press package submission. We advise requesting transportation or accommodations ONLY if the performer will not be able to appear under any other circumstances. For more information about our compensation policy, please contact us.