An introduction from our editor...

I cannot believe I’m saying these words - GNI MAG IS 60! - what a milestone and achievement for our wee GAY magazine to reach. Flick over to Page 17 to read more about it.

Ok so before I fill you in on what’s contained within the pages of this issue I thought I’d bring you up to speed on what’s been going on with me.

I had a wonderful month in South Africa traveling and staying with family, had many exciting times, loads of much needed lazy days and enough cigarettes and alcohol to do a football team. My trip however was bitter sweet, 2 days after returning home I got the devastating news that my uncle Colm Burns, whom I had been staying with unexpectedly passed away, writing this now I still cannot believe it, he is/was a true icon and will be missed terribly by so many, I wish I was still in South Africa to comfort my family, Maureen, Zena, Jack, Emma and Donald. Thoughts are with you all.

On to some positives, my rehearsals started for Kinky Boots, this is on from 5th April in Portadown Town Hall Theatre, tickets are already on sale - search MADS Drama Society on Facebook and you’ll get the link. Other news, my foster journey continues, I had a few play days last week with a little boy who just turned 3, he is a livewire and will probably have me bald in a matter of weeks though I’m so excited for him to move in, at the time of this going online he will have been with me just 5 days - wish me luck.

That’s enough about me - Let’s move on to this Issue and what’s filled within the pages...

I interviewed the amazingly talented Paloma Faith, she is our cover star. It was so lovely getting to chat with her about her new album ‘The Glorification Of Sadness’, which is OUT NOW.

We also have Declan McKenna, Conleth Kane, Karim

Zeroual, Amanda Verlague and Roger Kuhn on board. Megane Herrick explores Bullying and how to deal with friendship breakups. We cover varying topics such as Fostering, Drag Storytime, New Safe Creative Spaces, Lonely N.I. and plenty more.

We feature stunning underwear and swimwear by fashion brand Molly and Tommy, a fashion - keep your eyes peeled in the coming weeks and we will be running an online competition for a lucky reader/follower to snap up £100 worth of range.

We have ‘Real Life’ stories from Matthew & Chris, Co Founders of Millar’s Grill & Seafood who tell us of their personal and business relationship, and we also have Scott Aldred ‘Grumpy Old Bugger’ who shares his dating and relationship revelations.

Our Try section has tonnes of recommendations, Gary shares his Hot Hits & Celeb Bits, The Gourmet Boys share their latest food experiences. I reviewed Millar’s Grill & Seafood, Martin Kearney talks about his ‘GAY GODDESS’ and Gavyn tells us everything we need to know about Malmo in Sweden - those not aware it is the host city for the 2024 Eurovision

We also hear all about Ryan & Ian’s big day and share wonderful images by Photographer Paul Moane.

Thanks to our Columnists who share what’s been going on with them, our advertisers for their continued support and most importantly you, our readers.

Here’s to the next 60 issues.

Enjoy Reading xx

Daniel May Editor and Director