The Modern L: August 2010

It's August and spring is almost here. I can't wait! Warm sunny days, no more layers and layers of clothing it sounds amazing. But while we wait for spring to arrive have a read through the newest Coffee News Break.

Finally America realised their flaws and District Court Judge Vaughn Walker has ruled Proposition 8 against gay marriage to be unconstitutional, meaning gay marriage cannot be banned in the state of California. Congrats!

Looks can be deceiving and this music video for ATB's "Could You Believe" is not to be judged by it's cover. A really great song accompanied by a really great music video. Check it out for yourself.

Rose Rollins from The L Word fame is now starring in a drama series called Chase. The Jerry Bruckheimer-produced series is described as “a fast-paced drama that drops viewers smack into the middle of a game of cat-and-mouse as a team of U.S. marshals hunts down America’s most dangerous fugitives.” Rollins will play the team’s weapons/tactical specialist. That's something to look forward to.

Another former The L Word star Sarah Shahi will be starring in a new drama series Facing Kate. What does this series have for lesbians? Here is what Sarah had to say:
Those L Word fans have been so loyal and so accepting of anything that I've done. I think they'll like it. I think they'll enjoy seeing me in something that's kind of light, and the role of Carmen was kind of light on The L Word. My character doesn't take herself too seriously. She's fun and I think they'll have fun watching it.

If your like me and get bored occasionally at work here is something to lighten the spirits and make time fly by a little faster. Be warned this can be addictive!

Funny or Die made a parody video of M.I.A's "Paper Planes". Watch out for John the Pony!

Tegan and Sara's music video for "On Directing" is out.

Here is a behind the scenes look of making the "On Directing" video and on the same day the video for "Northshore" was being shot. The video for "Northshore" will be out on the 10th of August.

The Gay Games started in Cologne and I am proud that we have a South African team representing. Here is a part of the opening ceremony with Taylor Danes performing the Gay Games anthem, "Facing a Miracle".