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5 Editor’s Note
25 Study Finds Black Men Are Not Completing HIV Treatments
9 Jacob Konihoor: An Exclusive Interview 15 Through My Eyes, Love Rules... by Rafael Solece 21 Broadway Spotlight: Vanessa Williams in After Midnight
27 National HIV/AIDS Resources 35 Ask Aunt Pearl 39 Pride and Circuit Events Calendar 43 Websites, Blogs and You-tube Channels 45 National Club Listings
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Editor’s Note Hello Everyone! The Cold is finally gone and Spring is in the air. Hooray!!! This has been a very ugly winter for the majority of the country. Records have been set for lowest temperature and for the largest amount of snowfall. But finally, Spring is here and we can start to shed those winter clothes and enjoy some warmer weather. Recently we have also had a few first take place Jason Collins was signed to New York Nets. With Coming out before the draft, we might just see the first openly gay NFL player And surprisingly enough, both have been African-American which might lead us to believe we are finally breaking thru the stigma surrounding Black men and Homosexuality. Who knows? The first openly gay baseball player might be on the way. And hopefully, one day, Sexuality will no longer be a factor in professional sports.
More and more states are striking down their gay marriage bans. Legislation to discriminate against same-sex couples based on religious beliefs has been avoided. Every day more battles are being won. But the war is not over. There are still many that would like to deny the rights of same gender-loving people in new and more creative ways. We must remain strong and keep the fight going until all of the right of same–gender loving people are protected. When that day arrives, We will all be able feel like equals in this great land of ours. Please feel free to send me any comments or suggestions to comments@moccamag.com Rodney L. Berry
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Jacob Kohinoor The Interview I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Jacob Kohinoor. Jacob is the creator of two popular web series’ ‘Jacob’s Family Ties’ and S.T.I.G.M.A. He has accomplished a lot in his short time so far. He has starred in movies and commercials. He was a lead actor in the movie “Son Up” (2005) where he received the best actor award at the Fargo Film Festival. He has interviewed many great celebrities and entertainers and he is just getting started. He has been able to accomplish quite a bit from his humble beginnings in Detroit, Michigan. Mocca Magazine: Where wer e you born? Jacob Kohinoor: Detroit, Michigan. I was raised in Michigan. During my teenage years, I moved to Los Angeles, CA. Mocca Magazine: After your move to Los Angeles, you began to work in Motion Pictures. How did that come about? Jacob Kohinoor: Growing up in Detroit, I always had big dreams of making it outside of the city. Hollywood and New York were the two ideal spots people wanted to go to. Moving to New York wasn’t attractive to me because it is so cold there. The weather reminded me too much of Michigan. Los Angeles was definitely the ‘diamond in my eyes’. So I decided to go to LA. Hollywood had so many options open to me with movies, TV, commercials, etc. I met so many interesting people. I got repped by a good agency. I was blessed to book a gig with ‘Lincoln Heights’. I was able to book a few commercials, like a prom–themed McDonald’s commercial, that allowed me to grow in the industry. While all of this was going on I would sometimes complain about the long time spent on set and all of the waiting, but now when I look back on it, I had nothing to complain about. I thank God for everything that he sent me through.
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Jacob Kohinoor The Interview Mocca: You stated that you moved to LA as a teenager. Did you move to LA by yourself or did you move there with family? Jacob: I moved on my own. I made up my mind that I was going and if I had help that would be great, but if I had to do it all on my own, I was going. I would somehow make a way out of no way. I had family that helped and supported me. I was also blessed with a scholarship to California Institute of the Arts. I saw that scholarship as a further sign to make that journey. Mocca: What prompted you to move from LA to Atlanta? Jacob: Being in LA, having the highpoints and then some low points, I started feeling that the success that I was working for was not occurring quick enough. I just felt like I wanted a change. A chance to see what else is out there. I felt that I needed to explore other opportunities and maybe move back to LA in the future. I felt like I didn’t have the same view of LA that I did when I first arrived. When I first arrived in LA, I felt a great deal of passion and inspiration, and I had lost some of that. I felt maybe a change of scenery would help to restore those feelings. I needed something to change up my spirit so that I could find that appreciation for LA that I had once had. Mocca: Did you find that change you’d been seeking in Atlanta? Jacob: I found Atlanta to be a great change for me. It spur red me to get into You-Tube and reality shows. It helped me to begin working more with the LGBT community. Atlanta truly sparked a change in me, especially in working with other people and having a different view of other groups. In LA, I was focused on myself and advancing my career.
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Jacob Kohinoor Mocca: What prompted you to launch your You-tube channel? Jacob: Initially, I was very much against being on You-tube. I personally felt that people would not take me serious if I started posting things on You-tube. I was part of the House of Balenciaga and I decided to begin filming some of the events and the things that happen in the background for the events. The initial idea was that I would not be a focal point. I would not even be seen in front of the camera. I was hoping to further their efforts in any way I could with the channel. Mocca: So you stated that the channel was not supposed to, in any way, be about you. What prompted you to make it more about you? Jacob: As I started posting the clips to You-tube, I would consistently receive comments asking why didn’t I appear in the videos. At that time I still wasn’t feeling being in front of the camera. As I start doing different things with different groups, I started to feel that what I was trying to do wasn’t being appreciated. After talking with different people, they brought me to the mindset of focusing on how I see things and spotlighting the things that I was interested in. After doing a few of those clips and receiving positive feedback. I felt encouraged to continue down that path. Mocca: How did the series ‘Jacob’s Family Ties’ come about? Jacob: It began because I was getting the feeling that people were developing the wrong impression of me. People seemed to think I was this party animal, always out clubbing and drinking. That is not the true Jacob. I decided to give people a clearer view of who I am, how I was raised and the person that I really am. That was my outlet to give people a glimpse into the real Jacob Konihoor. Mocca: And how did people accept seeing this clear er picture of you? Jacob: A few people were shocked because they had misjudged me. I think after seeing this different view of me, they gained more respect for who I am. It showed many people that you can’t judge a book by its cover. 9
Jacob Kohinoor Mocca: You completed the first season of the series. Do you plan on producing a second season? Jacob: If my supporters keep pushing me for a second season. I will have to look into it. But if I do decide to create a second season, it will have to be bigger and better than the first. When I first embarked on creating ‘Jacob’s Family Ties’, I saw it as more of a challenge to myself to see if I could do it. I had no idea how I would pull off that feat. It took a lot of time, money and effort to create that series. Now that I’ve gone through that process, I know that it can be done. The question now is should I do it or should I take on a new challenge. I know that God has many more things for me to do and I just have to let Him lead me to whatever is next. Mocca: You stated that you participated in the Ballroom Community. Where did you become interested in the Ballroom scene? Jacob: I was introduced to it in LA at a pretty young age. Before I became a part of the community, I was very judgmental of what I thought that scene was about. I didn’t think I wanted to be associated with it in any way. At first, I felt like I was sold a dream about it being a family and everyone being there to help each other. Then once you get into it, you see something completely different from what you were told. Looking back on it now, I think it’s like a family. You have people looking out for you, but also in the family, you have those that might be seen as the black sheep. You try to love and support them but it’s hard sometimes with the things that they might sometimes do or say. I do feel that being a part of the ballroom community, it taught me to be less judgmental of that community. I think I have a clearer view and can see their side of things clearer. It taught me not to judge people on their outer presence, but to get to know people and find out who they are on the inside.
Mocca: In what categories did you compete? Jacob: I walked the Prettyboy and All-American categories.
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Jacob Kohinoor Mocca: I’ve seen many of your interviews with different celebrities and entertainers. How did you get into doing interviews? Jacob: I believe my first interview was with Karlie Redd. I have a curiosity about what’s going on in different individual’s lives. I started pursuing interviews to gain the understanding of them that I was seeking. I’ve always been naturally curious and the interviews just feed into that. Mocca: You recently did an interview with TS Madison. How did that come about? Jacob: That interview came about through Luckey Star r. Big shout-out to him! From that interview, I learned again, that you cannot judge a book by its cover. You look at someone who happens to be a porn star and you think you have an idea about who they are. TS Madison reminds me of that crazy aunt that everyone has in their family. She is so honest and real with who she is. When you meet people who are so true and genuine with who they are, it creates a space where you can be more comfortable being yourself. I truly appreciate people that love themselves and have no problem being themselves. Mocca: You created a very popular series called “S.T.I.G.M.A.” Tell me a little bit about that. Jacob: S.T.I.G.M.A. (Sexual Tendencies In Gay Modern America) was created because of all of the misconceptions that so many people have about LGBT topics and groups. So many people only see things one way, and in reality, there are multiple viewpoints or ways of looking at the same topic or group. In the LBGT community, there are many different subsets and viewpoints. I wanted to highlight that many different people can look at the same situation or topic and see it so differently because of their personal experiences and beliefs. The people taking part in the series are giving their view on the topic being discussed. In each episode, you see how all of these people can see the same situation so differently
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Jacob Kohinoor Mocca: So tell me about a day in the life of J acob Kohinoor. Jacob: Well, I recently started a new diet and I’m eating more fruits and vegetables. My goal is to become more lean and shredded. I’m beginning to wakeup earlier than usual. Normally around 7am. I have a healthy breakfast. I might head to the gym for a workout and then back home to get some work accomplished. Working on the website, editing videos, connecting with different people to figure out what my next step will be. Watch some good TV or a good movie. Calling my family to make sure everything is ok with them. Checking in on my friends, checking my Facebook. Showing love where I can. The S.T.I.G.M.A. Season 2.0
Mocca: One of the things you have become known for on the internet is your butt. Is that one of the things
you want to change?
Jacob: Yes it is. Because for me, it is hard to shop. Clothes don ’t fit me the way I would like for them to, and I want to change that. I would like to have more options. I can be a very random person. I love change. I would like to see what things would be like if I adjusted my body a little bit. Lightening Round Questions Mocca: hobbies?
What are some of your
Jacob: I love to receive massages, if that can be a hobby. I love to experience good food. I enjoy meeting new people. I love to hear different people’s opinions about different topics. I feel that I’m a true Libra.
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Jacob Kohinoor Mocca: Where is your favorite place to travel to? Jacob: I would say LA, my second home. Mocca: Favorite Music Artist Jacob: I love Lana Del Rey. I feel that her music is so artistic. Her music can transport me to another world. I just love an artist that can do that. My other would be Usher. I really like his older music. Songs like ‘You Don’t Have to Call’ and ‘Burn’. Mocca: Favorite Song Jacob: The first thing that comes to mind is R. Kelly’s ‘I Believe I Can Fly’. Mocca: Favorite Movie Jacob: Set It Off and The Twilight Series Mocca: Relationship Status Jacob: Single!!! Mocca: Why do you think you are cur rently single? Jacob: I’ve learned in past relationships, that I entered into them because of my emotions. This next time I want to make sure that I find someone that I can connect with mentally, spiritually as well as emotionally. It’s hard to find those things at this time because so many people are basing everything on the physical. Mocca: What you most attracted to? Jacob: If someone can touch me the right way, that is very attractive to me. I also really like a nice set of lips. Mocca: What is the fastest way to turn you off? Jacob: A bad attitude
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Jacob Kohinoor Mocca: Favorite Color Jacob: Black or Blue Mocca: Favorite Food: Jacob: Peaches and Cream Oatmeal Mocca: Favorite Drink Jacob: Water. I don’t drink alcohol, and I’ve stopped drinking soda. When I drank soda, my favorite was Sprite. Mocca: Where would you like to travel to that you have never been to before? Jacob: Heaven (But I’m not ready to meet the King just yet. LOL That will be my last trip) I haven’t really thought about that. I’ll say Paris for now. Mocca: Weirdest place you have ever had sex? Jacob: In a trailer on a movie set. Mocca: What is next for J acob Kohinoor? Jacob: I’ll have to ask the Lord what is next for me. Wherever he leads me, I will follow. I’ll be releasing STIGMA 2.0 April 6, 2014. That will be featuring TS Madison and many other featured guests. I have a few other projects I’m working on that I’m not quite ready to make public. Mocca: Where can people contact you or find out more about you?
Website:
http://jacobkohinoor.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jacob.kohinoor Instagram: instagram.com/therealjacobkohinoor Email: jacobkohinoor@yahoo.com You-tube: www.youtube.com/user/AtlBalenciagaNET
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Through My Eyes, Love Rules... by Rafael Solece Love is a figh t that is never tr uly w o n. P eo ple tend to assume that once you have found someone to love that the hard work stops there; nothing could be further from the truth. Finding, falling, and committing to love someone is the war cry before the battle. Once you have found someone you are willing to lay your life down for (and who is willing to lay their life down
for you) that is when the fighting truly begins. Yes, you may have found love. However, the problem that you face now is not in the acquisition of a thing, but it is the maintaining of your conquest. Always remember that many an empire has fallen thinking that they are invulnerable to outside influences. The truth is that once you have coupled up, it is time to knuckle up. Things from here on out are going to be tricky. Not everyone is going to be in love with the idea of you being in love. Your enemies are going to be greater in number: strangers, family, friends, and especially ex's will all test your solidarity. Your enemies are going to be craftier, more determined, and far more dangerous than anyone you ever came in contact with while you were single and looking. So it is imperative that you be
ready for whatever comes your way. In order to do that there are certain things the both of you, as a couple, must do. 1. DISCLOSURE: Make su r e th at yo u and yo urs put it all out on the table. Couples always fuck it up when trying to hide their past. If you and your partner, lover, soul-mate, what-so-ever you like to be called cannot be open and honest about your past then maybe you should re-evaluate your relationship. Nothing about the man/woman you used to be should be
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Through My Eyes, Love Rules... by Rafael Solece hidden. No one should ever be able to tell your partner something that you have not already told him/her; and vice-versa. Your enemy will always try and use your past exploits, behaviors, crimes against humanity against you. If your partner already knows every mistake you have made, every person you have hurt, every piece of ass, pussy, or dick you have had, then you are invulnerable to outside attacks. 2. SHUT UP, SHUT UP, SHUT UP: Sto p telling yo ur business! Family, friends, Facebook, Twitter, etc. should not be privy to the intimate details of you and your lover’s life. No one needs to know how big your man’s dick is or what kind of freaky things you and your partner get into in the bedroom. No one should know what you and your lover fight about, or even if you are fighting at all. Keep your business to yourself. Handle all issues in-house and never in public. If people do not know the affairs of your household, then they can neither have an opinion nor ammunition to use against you later. It is so true when people say: You are your own worst enemy. If you leave your trash out on the street then people will come looking through it. We always mess up going around venting our business in public forums or to people who are supposedly trusted friends. People often listen with a caring ear and purposely give you hurtful advice. 3.
COMMUNICATION IS KEY: I canno t stress eno ugh h o w
important it is to talk to your lover/spouse/partner. When you have a problem; if your toe is hurt, if you’re bleeding out the penis, if you do not like the way he/she gives you head, or if you simply just think someone is attractive. Talk to one another. So many relationships fail because couples have no idea how to communicate with one another. If you and your spouse/partner/lover have the kind of relationship where you can tell each other anything then you are way ahead of all your opponents.
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Through My Eyes, Love Rules... by Rafael Solece 4. SEX MAKES THE WORLD GO ROUND: Be o pen-minded. There is no excuse for cheating, especially if you follow rule number three. However, the truth of the matter is most relationships have problems with cheating because one or more of the people in a relationship are not being satisfied sexually. If you want your relationship to last the test of time, if you don't want outside entities to invade your turf; then do not leave space for someone to come into your bedroom (unless the both of you are into that type of thing). You have to learn to be the ultimate freak for your spouse/partner/lover. The bed of a devoted couple is a safe place. Share your fantasies with your partner. Tell him/her all of your dirty little secrets. Do not, I repeat, do not judge. The bedroom (or roof top deck, pool, or laundry room) is a place to explore and learn one another.
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IGNORE THE CRITICS: Th er e ar e alw ays go ing to be
people with opinions, but opinions are a lot like assholes: everybody has one. Ignore the folks who have opinions, critiques, ideas of who you and yours should be, how you should conduct yourselves, and what you and your spouse do with your life together. Those people are observers. Those people envy you. If they’re watching you that closely, it is probably because they secretly want what you have. This means you are doing something right. Anybody that offers you their opinion or their critique, ignore them. Their opinions have no merit or bearing on your relationship.
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Through My Eyes, Love Rules... by Rafael Solece 6. TRUST NO ONE: Y o u w ill be su r pr ised at th o se w h o w ill disguise themselves as your friends and supporters, but secretly they will be plotting against your union. If you are not careful, they will use the both of you against each other to destroy what you have. Do not put anything pass anybody. You would be surprised how many relationships are destroyed by so-called friends. So many people have been burned by friends they’ve trusted information to in confidence and it was repeated to their lover/spouse/partner later on. Sometimes your friends can be your worst enemies. 7.
BE ONE: ALW AY S sh o w a united fr o nt. I canno t stress
this enough. Never let the public see you divided on any issue. Anger,
public arguments, and discord come off as weakness to outsiders. Always have your partners back, especially in public. Even if he/she is wrong. Praise in public and correct in private. No one should ever see the two of you disagree: on any issue. If your partner tells a bold face lie, then you back that lie up. You will always leave yourself open for trouble if others can see a rift between the two of you. Solidarity always. 8. FAITH: A deep faith in Go d in all th ings. If yo u h ave GOD, there is very little that can come between you. Relationships are serious business but without faith in God and faith in your partner, then how can you expect the relationship to succeed. You have to trust and have faith in your partner and in the relationship. If you do not believe that your relationship will succeed, how do you expect anyone else to? Faith will sustain you through all of the trials and tribulations of your relationship. Trust me, it is not all going to be sugarplums and bubble gum, but faith will get you through.
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by Rafael Solece 9. COMMIT: I can n o t str ess en o ugh th is o ne sim ple fact. You cannot have a strong relationship if you and the person “you profess to love” are not committed to one another. Of course it will always make it easy for people to get in between you and yours if there are no defined titles. Who you are to one another. TITLES ARE VERY IMPORTANT. If you are afraid to tell people who you’re in a relationship with then clearly you don't really want people to know you are in a relationship. It is fundamentally important that when two people get together that they commit to one another. Commitment is unity. These are the LOVE RULES. If you keep these commandments, your relationship will not only stand the test of time, your relationship will be impenetrable. Love is special gift for any two people. It binds people together and in most cases,
true love can be strength. But one should always remember that the exact thing that makes us strong is the also the thing that can destroy us. Sampson was one of the strongest men in the world. His hair was his glory. It gave him the ability to stand up against those who would oppose him. However his hair was also his weakness. Once Delilah cut it off, Sampson lost all of his glory and his strength. The love between two people can make them strong, but the love between two people also makes them weak. We tend to fall in love and love people blindly. We cocoon ourselves and hide out in bedrooms, bathrooms, movie theaters, and restaurants. We do these things without taking the time to strengthen and build up those barriers that will protect us from outside influences. A relationship cannot survive an attack on love alone. You have to be prepared to war with the world, or else be prepared for your relationship to fail. Be equipped for war. I know I am…
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Vanessa Williams Guest Stars in the Broadway Production of After Midnight
Vanessa Williams is the newest star to grace the Broadway run of After Midnight. Vanessa joined After Midnight on April 1, 2014. Vanessa Williams will be called on to sing four songs, including "Stormy Weather," `'I Can't Give You Anything But Love" and "I've Got the World on a String”. These songs will remind many of her role as ‘Pauline’ in the TV movie "Stompin' at the Savoy"(1992).
After Midnight transports you back to the electrifying time when The Cotton Club was the place to be. The musical combines the big-band songs of Duke Ellington and the best dancing in town. A company of New York’s best singers, dancers and tappers join forces with The Jazz at Lincoln Center All-Stars, a 17-piece band created by jazz great Wynton Marsalis. It’s a glamorous, high-energy celebration of Harlem’s legendary Cotton Club. In its heyday, the Cotton Club featured a cavalcade of guest stars each week, known then as "Celebrity Nights." After Midnight reintroduces this exciting tradition by presenting stars of today in limited engagement appearances throughout the musical's run. Grammy Award-winning recording artist Fantasia began the tradition (10/18/13 - 2/9/14), followed by four-time Grammy Awardwinning icon k.d. lang (2/11/14 - 3/9/14). Grammy Award-winners Toni Braxton & Kenny "Babyface" Edmonds played a two week engagement (3/11/14 - 3/30/14), which takes us to Vanessa’s run (4/1/14 - 5/11/14), followed by Fantasia's four-week return engagement. 21
Vanessa Williams In After Midnight
Vanessa Williams (age 51) is a former Miss America (1993). Vanessa Williams is a Multi-platinum selling singer that has released 8 albums, been nominated for 11 Grammys. She received a Tony Award nomination or her character of the Witch in “Into The Woods”. Her additional Broadway credits include The Trip to Bountiful, Kiss of the Spider-Woman and Sondheim on Sondheim. She is wellknown for her three-time Emmy nominated performance as Wilhemina Slater on ABC's Ugly Betty, as well as her roles as Renee Perry on Desperate Housewives and Olivia Duran on 666 Park A venue. She starred in the movies Eraser (1996) (with Arnold Schwarzenegger), Soul Food (1997)”, Hoodlum (1997), Dance With Me (1998), Shaft (2000), Johnson Family Vacation (2004) and Hanna Montana: The Movie (2009). She recently released a memoir with her mother titled "You Have No Idea."
Vanessa Williams is one of the most respected and multi-faceted performers in entertainment today. Having sold millions of albums worldwide, she has conquered the music charts and achieved critical acclaim for her film, stage and television work. She most recently appeared on Broadway in the Tony nominated play The Trip to Bountiful where she portrayed Jessie Mae Watts, the icy daughter-in-law to Cicely Tyson's Mama Watts, roles both actresses will reprise for Lifetime's upcoming television adaptation of the Horton Foote classic. Other Broadway credits include: Into the Woods (Tony Nomination), Kiss of the Spider Woman (Theatre World Award), Sondheim on Sondheim, and St. Louis Woman for City Center’s acclaimed Encores! Series. After Midnight also stars Tony winner Adriane Lenox and Dulé Hill Conceived by Jack Viertel, After Midnight features direction and choreography by Warren Carlyle, musical direction by Wynton Marsalis and musical supervision by Daryl Waters. After Midnight is produced by Scott Sanders Productions, and Wynton Marsalis, in association with Marks-Moore-Turnbull Group; Stephen and Ruth Hendel; Tom Kirdahy.
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Study Suggests HIV Positive Black Men Are Not Maintaining Their Treatment Regimes Rod McCullom( of Rod2.0.com) recently published an article in Ebony Magazine outlining the need for more work to be done in diagnosing and treatment but also shed light on the large numbers of African American that end up abandoning their treatment regimes. Many doctors will note that it is hard to keep a patient on track when their diseases process is not acute. For so many people with HIV, they find out about their infection through an HIV test while they are very health and the disease has not manifested itself in the patients system with symptoms. At this state, many can continue their normal lives because there are no noticeable symptoms from their early diagnosis. This can cause people to feel as though no preventative treatment is necessary. There are also the individuals that might have symptoms that are associated with the disease process that will actually begin treatment. These individuals will sometime take the medications prescribed to them until their symptoms have resolved themselves. Many of these people will then begin to slow down taking their medication or stop taking it altogether because they can no longer see the disease process that they had been medicating. The third group are those who do seek out treatment but because of the cost associated with drug therapy, they end up abandoning their treatment plans until they actually have symptoms. African-Americans represent only 14% of the United States’ population but account for nearly half—some 44%—of all new infections, report the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. African-Americans also account for about half of the estimated 1.1 million people living with HIV/AIDS in the United States. New infections have been particularly “alarming” among young Black gay and bisexual men aged 13 to 19, according to CDC. New infections increased by almost half between 2006 and 2009. The crisis is so severe in some American cities that "one in two Black men who have sex with other men is HIV positive," according to a report released by the Black AIDS Institute at AIDS 2012 in Washington.
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Study Suggests HIV Positive Black Men Are Not Maintaining their Treatment Regimes Current information shows only 75 percent of all Blacks who were diagnosed with HIV/AIDS in 2010 were linked to care, according to the new research. About half of those individuals remained in care and were prescribed antiretroviral therapy. Only 35 percent of HIV positive Black Americans achieved viral suppression. Viral suppression means it is under control at a level that helps keep people healthy and reduces the risk of transmission,” Groups like the Black AIDS Institute and GreaterThan .Org are working to on each of these groups. initiatives have been started to not only make sure African American Men Are aware of their HIV status, but also to make sure that continued care is started and continued after diagnosis.
Part of the reason for this is the cost of healthcare. With many young Americans under the age of 35 (referred to as young invincibles) Do not have healthcare insurance. Many were covered under their parent’s health but before the Affordable Care Act would have been dropped from their parent’s policy and might not have received personal insurance. A person in this situation might not feel that they need insurance. If this person were then diagnosed as being HIV positive, they might be rejected for insurance coverage because their HIV Status would be considered a pre-existing condition. GreaterThan.org has decided to do something about this problem. They have started The Obamacare and You project. This initiative was created to highlight how the Affordable Care Act can help to combat the situation of people not seeking and maintaining treatment for an HIV positive diagnosis. Thru the Affordable Care Act, more people are able to receive insurance to treat their HIV diagnosis. And with the Expansion of Medicaid, more low income people are able to enroll in Medicaid to aid in treatment options. HIV infection which can be considered a pre-existing condition for many now cannot be used as a reason for health insurance providers to deny policies to people. Insurance is available to all no matter what you pre-existing condition might be. This has drastically lower the out-of-pocket expense of health care for many. For More information on the ObamaCare and You project, Check out www.greaterthan.org/obamacare
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National Resources for HIV and AIDS Awareness. National HIV Hotlines
HIV/AIDS Info 1 (800) 448-0440 National AIDS Hotline (24 hours a day, daily): 1 (800) 232-4636 AIDS Action Hotline 1 (800) 235-2331
State HIV/AIDS Hotlines Below is a State by State breakdown of Information resources dealing with HIV and AIDS
Alabama AIDS Hotline
ish and Filipino
In Alabama: (800) 228-0469
TDD for the deaf: 1-888-225-AIDS.
Alaska AIDS Hotline
Colorado STD/HIV Hotline
In Alaska: (800) 478-2437
Denver only: (303) 692-2777
If Calling Out of State: (907) 269-8000
In Colorado (toll free): (877) 478-3448
Arizona AIDS Hotline
If Calling Out of State: 303) 692-2783
In Arizona: (800) 232-4636
Connecticut Health Department
If Calling Out of State: (602) 364-3610
National (860) 692-2783
Arkansas AIDS Hotline
Delaware AIDS Hotline
In Arkansas: (800) 232-4636
In Delaware: (800) 422-0429
Arkansas AIDS Foundation: (501) 376 -6299 California HIV/AIDS Hotline If Calling Out of State: (800) 367-AIDS In San Francisco (415) 863-2437 Information available in English, Span-
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State HIV/AIDS Hotlines District of Columbia
In Louisiana: (800) 992-4379
AIDS Information Line
In Louisiana: (504) 821-6050
(202) 332-2437 HIV/AIDS Administration Dept.
In Louisiana TDD: (877) 566-9448
National (202) 671-4900
Hours of service: Monday - Friday 10 am - 8 pm, Saturday 10 am - 4 pm.
In metro DC. & VA: (800) 322-7432
Maine AIDS Hotline
Georgia AIDS Information Line
In Maine: (800) 851-2437
In Georgia: (800) 551-2728
If Calling Out of State: (800) 775-1267
AID Atlanta
Maryland AIDS Hotline
In Atlanta: (404) 870-7700
If Calling Out of State: (800) 358-9001
If Calling Out of State: (404) 876-9944 In Maryland, (Bilingual) 800-638-6252 Hawaii STD/AIDS Hotlines
In Metro DC. & VA: (800) 322-7432
In Hawaii: (800) 321-1555
Hispanic AIDS Hotline: (301) 9490945
If Calling Out of State: (808) 922-1313 Illinois AIDS Hotline In Illinois: (800) 243-2437 In Illinois TTY/TDD: (800) 782-0423 Indiana HIV Medical Services Office
Baltimore only TTY area: (410) 3332437 Massachusetts AIDS Hotline In Massachusetts: (800) 235-2331 If Calling Out of State: (617) 536-7733
In Indiana: (866) 588-4948
TTY/TDD: (617) 437-1672 Call National AIDS Hotline (24 hours a TTY: (617) 450-1427 day, daily): (800) 232-4636 Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to Iowa AIDS Hotline 9:00 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 2 p.m. In Iowa: (800) 445-2437 If Calling Out of State: (319) 338-2135 Spanish spoken. Se habla Espa単ol. Kansas Health Department
Michigan AIDS Hotline
In Kansas (785) 296-6174
In Michigan: (800) 872-2437
National (877) 526-2437 x2
TTY/TDD: (800) 332-0849
Kentucky Health Department
Spanish: (800) 826-SIDA
In Kentucky: (502) 564-6539 x2
Health Care Workers: (800) 522
Louisiana AIDS Hotline
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State HIV/AIDS Hotlines Minnesota AIDS Line
In New Mexico: (800) 545-2437
In Minnesota: (800) 248-2437
If Calling Out of State: (505) 476-3612
If Calling Out of State: (612) 373-2437
Mississippi AIDS Hotline
New York State HIV Counseling Hotline
In Mississippi: (800) 826-2961
(800) 872-2777 (M-F 2-8, S & S 10-6)
National (AIDS Administration): (601) 576-7723
Deaf and Hearing Impaired: (800) 3692437 TDD
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services
Spanish Hotline: (800) 233-SIDA New York State Information Hotline
If Calling Out of State: (866) 628-9891
(800) 541-2437 (info tapes 24 hrs; counselors Mon.-Fri. 8-8, Sat. & Sun. 10-6)
Montana AIDS Program In Montana: (800) 233-6668 Eastern Montana AIDS Hotline: (800) 675-2437 Western Montana AIDS Hotline: (800) 663-9002 If Calling Out of State:(406) 444-3565 Nebraska AIDS Hotline If Calling Out of State: (800) 782-2437 Nevada AIDS Information Line In Nevada: (800) 842-2437 If Calling Out of State: (775) 684-5900 New Hampshire AIDS Hotline
In New Hampshire: (800) 752-2437 If Calling Out of State: (603) 271-4502 New Jersey AIDS Hotline In New Jersey: (800) 624-2377 (24 hrs, 7 days) If Calling Out of State: (609) 984-5874 TTY/TDD: (201) 926-8008 New Mexico AIDS Hotline
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NYC Department of Health AIDS Helpline 1-800-TALK-HIV (counseling, recorded information, and testing information) AIDS Institute Experimental Treatment Info Line (800) 633-7444 GMHC AIDS Hotline (212) 807-6655 (M-F 10-9, Sat 12-3) GMHC TDD: (212) 645-7470 Body Positive Helpline 800-566-6599 (2-6pm Mon-Fri) Long Island AIDS Hotline (516) 385-AIDS (M-F 9-9, tape after hours) AIDS Council of Northeastern NY AIDS Information Hotline (518) 445-2437 (800) 201-AIDS
State HIV/AIDS Hotlines North Carolina AIDS Hotline
In South Carolina: (800) 322-2437
In North Carolina: (800) 232-4636
If Calling Out of State: (803) 898-0749
National, Health Info: (919) 733-3039
South Dakota AIDS Hotline
North Dakota AIDS Hotline
In South Dakota: (800) 592-1861
In North Dakota: (800) 782-2437
Health Department: (605) 773-3737
If Calling Out of State: (701) 328-2378
Tennessee AIDS Hotline
Ohio AIDS Hotline
In Tennessee: (800) 525-AIDS
In Ohio: (800) 332-2437
If Calling Out of State: (615) 741-7500
In Ohio TTY/TDD: (800) 332-3889
Texas AIDS Hotline
If Calling Out of State: (614) 466-0265
In Texas: (800) 299-2437
Oklahoma AIDS Hotline
Health Department: (615) 490-2505
In Oklahoma: (800) 535-2437
Utah AIDS Information Line
Oregon AIDS Hotline
In Utah: (800) 366-2437
Area codes 503, 206 and 208: (800) 777-2437
If Calling Out of State: (801) 487-2100
Voice & TTY: (503) 223-2437
In Vermont: (800) 882-2437
Oregon Health Department
Virgin Islands AIDS Hotline
(503) 223-2437
(809) 773-2437
Pennsylvania AIDS Hotline
Virginia STD/AIDS Hotline
In Pennsylvania: (800) 662-6080
In Virginia: (800) 533-4148
Health Department: (717) 783-0572
In Virginia Hispanic line: (800) 3227432
Puerto Rico Linea de Infor SIDA y Enfermedades de Transmision Sexual
Vermont AIDS Hotline
Virginia Health Department (804) 3717455
In Puerto Rico: (800) 981-5721 If Calling Out of State: (809) 765-1010 Rhode Island AIDS Hotline
If Calling Out of State: (800) 726-3010 Health Department (401) 831-5522 South Carolina AIDS Hotline
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State HIV/AIDS Hotlines Washington HIV Client Services In Washington: (877) 376-9316 Washington HIV Client Services
If Calling Out of State: (360) 236-3426 West Virginia AIDS Hotline In West Virginia: (800) 642-8244 If Calling Out of State: (304) 558-2950 Wisconsin AIDS Hotline In Wisconsin: (800) 334-2437 If Calling Out of State: (414) 273-2437 Wyoming AIDS Hotline In Wyoming: (800) 675-2698 If Calling Out of State: (307) 237-7833
HIV/AIDS Websites www.treathivnow.org www.greaterthan.org http://www.cdc.gov/hiv/ www.poz.com www.hivplusmag.com www.hivcare.org
www.aidshealth.org www.freehivtest.net
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Ask Aunt Pearl Dear Aunt Pearl:
I have a friend that I thought was straight but recently found out that he has been messing around with a transsexual. I’m so confused about why he would want a transsexual rather than a natural woman or man. He stated that he finds it easier to be with the transsexual. I’ve never completely understood men who choose to be with a transsexual. What are they doing? Are they just too chicken to be with a gay man? I’m really struggling to try and figure this out.
Dear Confused: I can understand your confusion. Many people feel the same way. They wonder why a man would want to be with a transsexual rather than a man or a woman. I find that men that have sex with transsexuals are just like many other men. It is about preferences. Some men like skinny women, some like fuller-figured women. Some men like fem guys some like masculine guys. Some men have no problem with a guy performing fellatio on them but would never do it themselves. Some men would rather penetrate a woman’s anus rather than her vagina. Your friend could have many different things going on. He could have a natural attraction to transsexuals. He could see it as a more accepted way of dealing with a male. He might enjoy being penetrated by a man who is becoming a woman. This is a situation where you may never understand or may never accept the explanation given to you. You need to follow the motto of ‘Live and Let Live’. If this man is happy, let him continue to be happy. We all don’t choose to follow the same path. The road to your happiness might not be the proper path for someone else. If that man chooses to spend his time with transsexuals, leave him alone. There are bigger problems in the world than trying to figure out someone’s sex life.
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Ask Aunt Pearl Dear Aunt Pearl: I recently met a guy that is 22 years older that me. I’m 25 and he is 47. He is a great guy, very fun to be around and financially stable. I’m financially stable myself and can take care of myself. I have my own place. My own car and have money in the bank (not a lot but I’m saving). He treats me great but sometimes I don’t think he sees this as a serious situation. He will make jokes about me leaving him for someone younger. I thought he was just playing but after meeting some of his friends They expressed in a joking manner, the same thing. I really do like this man and I’m interested in seeing where this can go. I feel that age in nothing but a number but I also understand that It can get in the way of a good thing. My question is how do I get him to understand that I’m not just looking for something short-term with him. I’m looking for a lasting relationship. I know we have not been together that long (2 months) but I do want him to at least give us a shot. How do I make him understand this? Dear Young Love: I do understand what you’re saying and age can be ‘nothing but a number’ but it can also mean everything in a relationship. Are you sure that this guy is even looking for a relationship, and if he is, can he really see one with you. That might end up being the biggest hurdle to get over. If he sees you as too young for him to think seriously about, your situation may already have a self-imposed limit. You need to find that out first because if the two of you are not on the same page, you are doomed to failure. If you have a question or situation that you would like Aunt Pearl to share some of her knowledge with you, send your letter to askauntpearl@moccamag.com or you can submit the letter from the comments page at www.moccamag.com.
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Black LBGT Pride and Circuit Events
2014 Schedule Tempted to Touch
Washington, DC
Las Vegas, NV
May 23-26, 2014
March 13-18, 2014
www.dcblackpride.org
www.tempted2touch4u.com Sizzle – Miami Big Boy Pride
Miami, FL
Orlando, FL
May 22-27, 2014
April 3-7, 2014
www.sizzlemiami.com
www.bigboypride.com Orlando Black Pride 2013 Philadelphia Black Pride
Orlando, FL
Philadelphia, PA
June 3-9, 2014
April 20-27 , 2014
www.orlandoblackpride.com
www.phillyblackpride.org
Inferno Puerto Rico Blatino Oasis
San Juan, PR
Palm Strings, CA
TBA
May 2-4, 2014
www.infernopr-men.com
www.blatinooasis.com
Houston Splash Houston, TX May 8-11, 2014 www.houstonsplash.com
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Say it Loud!: Black and Latino Pride Albany, NY June 4-7, 2014 www.blackandlatinogaypride.com
Black LBGT Pride and Circuit Events
2014 Schedule Portland Black Pride
Harlem, NY
Portland, OR
June 22-29, 2014
TBA
www.Harlempride.org
DC Latino Pride
Windy City Black LGBT-SGL Pride
Washington, DC TBA www.latinoglbthistory.org
Chicago, Il July—3-6, 2014 www.windycityblackpride.org
Memphis Black Pride Memphis, TN TBA www.brothersunited.com
South Carolina Black Pride Columbia, SC TBA www.southcarolinapride.org
Columbus Urban Pride 2013 Columbus, OH TBA Facebook.com/ ColumbusUrbanpride
Pride and Promote Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA July 3-6, 2014 www.myblackpridela.com
Charlotte Black Gay Pride Charlotte, NC July 17-21, 2014 www.charlotteblackgaypride.com
Portland Latino Pride Portland, OR TBA
www.latinogaypridepdx.com
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Black LBGT Pride and Circuit Events
2014 Schedule Newark Pride
Rochester, NY
Newark, NJ
TBA
TBA
http://mochacenter.org
http://newarkgaypride.com Emerald City Black Pride Detroit’s Hotter Than July
Seattle, WA
Detroit, MI
http://www.multi-culturalhealth.org
July 22-27,2014
TBA
www.hotterthanjuly.org Oakland Black Pride
Triangle Black Pride
Oakland, CA
Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill, NC
TBA http://oaklandblackout.com
July 25-27, 2014 http://triangleblackpride.org
Kentucky Black Pride Louisville, KY
Little Rock Black Pride Little Rock, AR
TBA http://onyxlouisville.com
TBA
www.littlerockblackpride.com
Indianapolis Black Pride Indianapolis, IN
Mocha Weekend Black Pride Buffalo, NY TBA http://mochacenter.org
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TBA www.blackequityindy.org
Black LBGT Pride and Circuit Events
2014 Schedule Jacksonville Black Pride
Dallas, TX
Jacksonville, FL
October 3-6, 2014
TBA
www.dfwpridemovement.org
http://jaxflblackpride.com/ Baltimore Black Pride UK Black Pride
Baltimore, MD
London, England
October 8-12, 2014
TBA
www.blackpridebaltimore.org
www.ukblackpride.org.uk Nashville Black Pride Fire Island Blackout
Nashville, TN
Fire Island, NY
TBA
August 8-10, 2014
www.nashvilleblackpride.org
www.fireislandblackout.com Gainesville Black Pride In the Life Atlanta
Gainesville, Florida
Atlanta, GA
TBA
August 27-September 1, 2014
www.gainesvilleblackpride.com
www.inthelifeatl.com Jackson Black Pride DR Takeover 2014
Jackson, MS
Punta Cana, DR
TBA
August 28-September 1, 2014
http://jacksonblackpride.org
www.drtakeover14.com
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Websites, Blogs and You-Tube Channels Worth Checking Out You-Tube Channels 3LWTV AconnectionTV ADTV Black and Sexy TV Boy Drama The Boyz Next Door FreeFall Web Series Funky Dineva judys The Lyons Den No Shade T.R.A.D.E It All The Skorpion Show YBN Entertainment
youtube.com/chocomel911 youtube.com/aconnectiontv youtube.com/dlbbco youtube.com/blackandsexytv you-tube.com/itsdonbon you-tube.com/signal23tv youtube.com/freefalltvseries youtube.com/beeper246 youtube.com/recreactionaldrama you-tube.com/thelyonsdenseries youtube.com/bluntedmuse youtube.com/tradeitallltheseries youtube.com/theskorpionshow youtube.com/yoboinewnue2
Radio Channels BeScene Radio Da Doo-Dirty Show Lodoun Radio The Paisley Show
http://besceneradio.com www.dadoo-dirtyshow.com www.lodoun247.com blogtalkradio.com/thepaisleyshow
Online Magazines/Blogs Be Magazine Cypher Avenue GBM News G-List Society Mused Magazine Rod 2.0 RonaldMatters.com Swerv Magazine Tropical Desires Urban Socialites Magazine
www.bemagazine.me www.cypheravenue.com http://gbmnews.com www.glistsociety.com http://musedmagonline.com http://rodonline.tyepad.com http://ronaldmatters.com www.swervmag.com www.tropical-desires.blogspot.com/ www.urbansocialites.com
Websites Black Men’s Dating Club Kaoz Online No More Down Low The Gay Chronicles The Luckey Star
facebook.com/BMDC2013 www.kaozonline.com www.nomoredownlow.tv www.thegaychronicles.com www.theluckeystar.com
If would like to submit a website or You-tube channel, send it to: comments@moccamag.com.
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Black Gay Pageant Calendar July 21, 2013
WESSLAND Newcomer & Closetball
Atlanta, GA
Jul 24 -25, 2013
Mr Texas USofA At Large
San Antonio, TX
Jul 28, 2013
Mr & Miss Florida Platinium Newcomer Tampa, FL
Aug 1-3, 2013
Miss Gay USofA Newcomer
Oklahoma City, OK
Aug 10,2013
Virginia National Newcomer
Norfolk, VA
Aug 13-16, 2013
Miss Gay Texas USofA
Dallas, TX
Aug 23, 2013
Envy Newcomer
Birmingham, AL
Aug 30-Sept 2, 2013 Mr & Miss Continental
Chicago, IL
Sep 15, 2013
Mr Duval Newcomer
Jacksonville, FL
Sep 19, 2013
Miss Texas USofA At Large
San Antonio, TX
Sep. 22, 2013
Texas FFI
Dallas, TX
Sep 28, 2013
Nationz Pageant
Richmond, VA
Oct 2-4, 2013
Miss USofA At Large
Orlando, FL
Oct 7, 2013
Miss Dreamgirl Continental
Chicago, IL
Oct 16 -18, 2013
Mr Gay USofA
San Antonio, TX
Oct 19- 20, 2013
Missouri State 2013
St Louis, MO
Oct 24-27, 2013
MBU Grand and MBU
Atlanta, GA
Nov 1-2, 2013
International Rose City & Newcomer Thomasville, GA
Nov 23-24, 2013
Mr & Miss Renaissance Newcomer
Atlanta, GA
Dec 1, 2013
Wessland Mr, Miss, Empress
Atlanta, GA
Dec 8, 2013
Mr Duval
Jacksonville, FL
If you have information on event to be listed here, please send the details to comments@moccamag.com
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U.S. Club Listings Alabama Montgomery FAT BOY’S FOLLIES 215 N Court St, Montgomery, AL 36104
Mobile B BOBS 213 Conti St. Langston’s Mobile ,AL 36602 Phone: 251-433-2262
Arizona Phoenix INCOGNITO 2424 E Thomas Rd Phoenix, AZ 85016 Phone: 602-955-9805
California Los Angeles Circus 6655 Santa Monica Blvd. Hollywood, CA 90038 Club Metro @ The Factory Ultra Suede, 661 Robertson Blvd West Hollywood ,CA 90056 Phone: 323-769-6333
Factory 652 N Lapeer Drive 45
West Hollywood, CA 90069 Phone: 310-659-4551 Faultline 4216 Melrose Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90029 Phone: 323-660-0889
Phone: 510-268-9425 ALIBI EAST/BACK ALLEY 225 S San Antonio Ave Pomona, CA 91766 Phone: 909-623-9422
San Diego
BRASS RAIL 3796 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA,92103 Phone: 619-298-2233 Numbers Club Seduction@The 3811 Park Ave. El Cid, 4212 W San Diego, CA,92103 Sunset Blvd, Phone: 619-294-7583 Los Angeles, CA 90029 Pump @ Rich’s NightPhone: club 818-633-3056 1051 University Ave. Metro @Here Lounge, San Diego, CA,92103 696 Robertson Blvd, Phone: 619-295-2195 Los Angeles, CA 70069 San Francisco Phone: 323-769-6333 Blackout Hamburger Mary’s 525 Harrison St Long Beach San Francisco, CA 740 East Broadway Long Beach, CA 90802 Phone: 415-263-6923 CLUB RED @ BLONPhone: 562-436-7900 DIES Oakland 540 Valencia San Francisco, CA Club Rimshot @ 94110 Bench & Bar Phone: 415-339-8310 2111 Franklin St, Oakland, CA 94612 Phone: 510-444-2266 ANNEX 835 S La Brea Ave Inglewood ,CA 90301 Phone: 310-671-7323
Club 21 2111 Franklin Street Oakland, CA 94607
U.S. Club Listings Colorado
Washington, DC 20036
FIREPLACE 2151 P St NW, Tracks Nightclub/Cream Washington DC, 20037 Phone: 202-293-1293 Fridays 3500 Walnut St Lux Lounge Denver, CO 80205 649 New York Ave N.W. Phone: 303-863-7326 Washington DC
Denver
District of Columbia
Washington DC Bachelor’s Mill 1104 8th Street SE Washington, DC 20003 Phone: 202-546-5979 Club Aqua 1818 New York Ave. Washington, DC Club Fusion (inside Club Quest) 1368 H St NE 2nd floor, Washington DC, 20002 Phone: 202 471-0772 Club Muse 717 16th Street NW Washington, DC DEEP END @ ANDALU 1214 18th St, NW, Washington DC, 20036 Phone: 202-785-2922 Delta Elite 3734 10th Street NE Washington, DC 20017 Phone: 202-529-0626 Dirty Bar 1223 Connecticut Ave.
Spot Lounge 1214 18th Street Washington, DC Tattoo Bar 1413 K. Street Washington, DC
Vita 1318 9th Streets NW Washington, DC
Florida Fort Lauderdale Bill’s Filling Station 1243 Ne 11th Ave Ft. Lauderdale Fl Phone: 954-525-9403 Boardwalk 1721 N Andrews Ave Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311 Phone: 954-463-6969 Boom 2232 Wilton Dr Ft Lauderdale FL, 33305 Phone: 954-630-3556 Boy Bar 1220 Normandy Dr . Miami Beach FL 33141 Phone:305-864-2697
Coliseum 2520 S Miami Rd Ft Lauderdale FL, 33316 Phone: (954) 832-0100 Georgie ’s Alibi 2266 Wilton Dr, Wilton Manors FL, 33305 Phone: 954-565-2526 J’s (Women’s Bar) 2780 Davie Blvd Ft. Lauderdale Fl Phone: 954-581-8400 Johnny`s 1116 E Broward Blvd Ft Lauderdale FL 33301 Phone: 954-522-5931 New Moon 2440 Wilton Drive Wilton Manors, FL 33305 Phone: (954) 563-7660 Ramrod (Leather /Levi/ Uniform) 1508 NE 4th Ave Ft Lauderdale FL Phone: 954-763-8219 Torpedo 2829 W Broward Blvd Ft Lauderdale, FL 33312 Phone: 954-587-2500 Trixies 600 S Dixie Highway Hollywood Fl Phone: 954-923-9322
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U.S. Club Listings Voodoo Lounge 111 SW 2nd Ave Ft Lauderdale FL, 33301 Phone: 954-522-0733
Jacksonville InCahoots Nightclub, 711 Edison Ave, Jacksonville FL, 32204 Phone: 904-353-6316
Madeira Backroom Bar 14601 Gulf Blvd Madeira Beach FL, Phone: (727) 392-2814
Miami Azucar 2301 SW 32nd Ave Miami Phone:305-441-6974 Cameo 1445 Washington Ave Miami Beach FL, 33139 Phone: (305) 532-2667 Club Boi 1060 Northeast 79th St. Miami, FL 33138 Phone: 786-395-2272 J’s Bar 2780 Davie Blvd Miami FL, 33312 Phone: 954-581-840 Jamboree 7005 Biscayne Blvd Miami Laundry Bar 47
721 N Lincoln Lane Miami Beach FL, 33139 Phone: (305) 531-7700 Palace Food Bar 1200 Ocean Dr Miami Beach FL Phone: 305-531-7234 Twist 1057 Washington Ave Miami Beach, FL Phone: 305-53-TWIST Score 727 Lincoln Road Miami Beach, FL Phone:305-535-1111
Orlando Parliament House Resort, 410 N. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, Florida 32805 - Phone: 407-425-7571. Southern Nights 375 S Brumby Ave Orlando, FL Phone:
Tallahassee
Brothers Nightclub 926 W Tharpe St, Tallahassee, FL, 32303 850-386-2399
Phone: 813-258-8830 Cityside Lounge 3703 Henderson Blvd Tampa FL G Bar 1401 E 7th Ave Ybor City FL Phone:813-247-1016 Keith’s 14905 N. Nebraska Ave Tampa FL The Male Room 4502 S Dale Mabry Hwy Tampa FL Midtown Tavern 9002 N. Florida Ave, Tampa, FL Phone: 813-915-0819 Radar 4202 W Cayuga Ave Tampa, FL Rainbow Cabaret 4421 N Hubert Ave Tampa, FL, 33614 Phone: 813-877-7585 Valentine’s Nightclub 7522 N Armenia Ave Tampa FL Phone: 813-936-1999
Georgia
Tampa
Atlanta
Azalea Lounge 1502 N Florida Ave Tampa, FL Phone: 813-228-0139
595 North 595 North Ave Atlanta, GA
Baxters 1519 S Dale Mabry Hwy Tampa FL
U.S. Club Listings Atlanta cont. Aurum Lounge 915 Peachtree Street NE Atlanta, GA 30309 Bulldogs 893 Peachtree St. Atlanta GA 30309 Phone: 404-872-3025 Club Rain 448 Ralph David Abernathy Atlanta, GA 30312 Club 253 253 Auburn Avenue Atlanta, GA 30303 Cream Ultra Lounge 3249 Buford Hwy Atlanta, GA 30329 First Fridays at Shout 1197 Peachtree Road Atlanta, GA Finns 84 12th Street NE Atlanta, GA 30309 Le Buzz, 585 Franklin Rd, Atlanta GA, 30342-2778 Phone: 770-424-1337 Mixx 1492B Piedmont Ave. Atlanta, GA 30309 Phase One 4933 Memorial Drive Stone Mountain, GA 3 Rush Lounge 2715 Buford Hwy.
Atlanta, GA 30329 Scorecards 1371 Clairmont Road, Decatur, GA 30033 Sutra Atl
3320 N Halsted St, Chicago IL 60657 GENTRY ON STATE 440 N. State St Chicago, IL, 60611 Phone: 312-836-0933 1136 Crescent Ave. Little Jim’s Atlanta, GA 30309 3501 N Halsted Tantra Chicago IL, 60657 2285 Peachtree Road NE Phone: 773-871-6116 PENTHOUSE SUNDAYS Atlanta, GA 30309 Third Saturdays at AJA @ Club 720 720 N. Wells St 3500 Lenox Road Chicago IL Atlanta, GA Phone: 312-787-8720 XS Ultra Lounge ROSCOE’S TAVERN 708 Spring St AND CAFÉ Atlanta, GA 30308 3356 N Halsted St, Chicago IL, 60657 Phone: 773-281-3355 TASTE Des Moines 6331 S Lowe St BLAZING SADDLES Chicago IL, 60621 416 E 5th S Phone: 708-802-1705 Des Moines, IA, 50309 Phone: 515-246-1299
Iowa
Kansas
Illinois Chicago BERLIN 954 W Belmont Chicago IL, 60657 Phone: 773-348-4975 Dolphin 2220 N. Ashland Chicago,IL Urbano At Evergreen 809 West Evergreen Chicago, IL GENTRY ON HALSTED
Wichita Club Glazier 2828 E 31St South Wichita KS, 67216 OUR FANTASY 3201 S Hillside Wichita KS, 67216 Phone: 316-682-5494
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U.S. Club Listings Kentucky Louisville @208 East 208 East Burnett Louisville, KY 504-438-9342 Klub Kemistry 3720 Cane Run Road Louisville, KY
Louisiana New Orleans
1073 Atlantic Ave Brooklyn, NY 11238 MENJOS Phone: 718-622-5183 928 W McNichols Club Rush Detroit MI, 48203 579 6th Ave Phone: 313-863-3934 New York NY OFF BROADWAY EAST Element 12215 Harper 225 E Houston St Detroit, MI, 48213 New York NY Phone: 313-526-8401 El Morocco Woodward ’s Cocktail 3534 Broadway (145 Bar Street) 6426 Woodward Ave Detroit MI New York NY10031 Phone: 313-872-0166 ESCUELITA
Detroit
Fusion’s 2004 AP Tureaud Ave, New Orleans, LA, 70116 Phone: 504301-5121 OZ 800 Bourbon St New Orleans LA, 70116 504-593-9491 PARADE DISCO 801 Bourbon St. New Orleans, LA 70116 Phone: 504-529-2107
Missouri
Maryland
New York
Baltimore
New York City
HIPPO, 1 W Eager St, Baltimore MD, 21201 Phone: 410-547-0069 PARADOX 1310 Russell St Baltimore MD 21230 Phone: 410-837-9110
Boysroom 211 Ave A New York NY Phone:212-995-8664
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St. Louis FACES, 130 N 4th St East St. Louis, MO 62201 Phone: 618-271-7410 Magnolia ’s 5 S Vandeventer St, St. Louis, MO, 63108 Phone: 314-652-6500
Club Channel 860 Atlantic Ave Brooklyn, NY Club Langston
301 W 39th St New York NY, 10018 Phone: 212-631-0588 www.escuelita.com G Lounge 223 W 19th St, New York NY Phone: 212-929-1085 Groove 125 W Macdougall (7 W 3rd), New York NY Phone: (212) 254-9393 Krash 555 W 33rd St. Btw. 10&11 Ave, New York NY, 10010 Phone: (917) 560-8024
U.S. Club Listings New York City cont. LEVEL3 @ZBAR - STAGE48 605 W48TH ST B/ 1112TH AVE New York, NY Long Island Eagle 94 N Clinton Ave. Bayshore, NY, 01706 Phone: 631-968-2750 LUKE AND LEROY 21 7th Ave S, New York NY,10014 Phone: (212) 645-0004 NO Parking Bar 4168 Broadway @177th St. New York ,NY Phone: (212) 923-8700 MONSTER 80 Grove St, New York NY, 10014 Phone: 212-924-3558 Oscar Wilde 221 E 58th St, New York NY,10022 Phone: 212-355-3395 Rosewood 5 East 19th Street/5th Ave (Broadway)
Dallas
Splash Bar 50 West 17th Street New York, NY 10011 Stereo 555 W 33rd St New York NY Therapy 348 W 52nd St New York NY, 10019 Phone: 212-397-1700
The Brick 2525 Wycliff Ave #120 Dallas, TX 75219 Havana Nites 4006 Cedar Springs, Dallas, TX 75219 Phone: 214-526-9494 Icon
Ohio Cincinnati The Dock 603 W Pete Rose Way Cincinnati OH 45202 Phone: 513-241-5623
Columbus Traxx Columbus 50 Long Street Columbus, OH43215
Pennsylvania Pittsburgh Pegasus Lounge 818 Liberty Ave Pittsburgh, PA15222 Phone: (412) 281-2131
Texas
10333 Technology Blvd. East Dallas TX 75220 Phone: 214-526-9494
Houston Bartini 1318 Westheimer Houston TX Phone; 832-443-1016 Club 20/20 2020 Leland, Houston TX, 77003 Phone: 713-227-9667
Virginia Richmond CLUB COLOURS 536 N Harrison St Richmond, VA, 23220 Phone: 804-353-9776
Austin
New York, NY Secret Ultra Lounge th
New York NY
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525 W 29 St (btw 10 and 11th ave.)
CHARLIES 1301 Lavaca St, Austin TX, 78711 Phone: 512-474-6481
If you would like a club in your area added to the club listings, send the information to: comments@moccamag.com
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