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Harper Graes StarRises And Hearts Break with “Still Your Mother” James Grady
Harper Grae is, without a doubt, a country girl. Born and raised in Reeltown, Alabama, she made her way to Auburn University, which was the first step in what would become her path to being one of the Next Women of Country! “I started out thinking I might want him to be a teacher, and then quickly realized that wasn't for me,” Grae said of her arrival at Auburn, “and that angels really are the teachers in this world, and they need to be in that space ... so I quickly change to musical theater, okay, where I fit in much better!” By the time she was a senior, she auditioned for the Glee Project and was cast. Heading to Hollywood took her west of the Mississippi for the first time. “I was definitely a duck out of water going to Hollywood. But it was seriously one of the best masterclasses I could have ever gotten in this industry, not only on the TV and film side of things, but also it made me realize that my heart was in country music.” When the show wrapped, therefore, Grae completed her degree and headed for Nashville. “I had been writing music for a very long time but then getting in Nashville, you know, it's the whole art of songwriting really became my life and I love being able to story tell through song and Nashville really did cultivate that art for me and gave me the opportunity to really learn and understand how to express myself not only by myself but with others in a collaborative form too. That was something that was missing definitely in Alabama: it was definitely just ‘all on your own, figure it out.’”
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After initially finding the environment discouraging, Grae received advice from her aunt that kept her from throwing in the towel. “She was the one who told me ‘you can't do anything in six months well, so, if this is what you want to do, then you need to figure it out, stick it out.’ And I got like a second job as a swim coach and just started doing so much more and understood that there's not one actual route to success…” “I figured out really quickly just in the songwriting space that everything really does start with a song in Nashville, like the Nashville Songwriters Association says... I noticed people either bartend or they do coffee, and I'm a morning person, so I was like, 'Okay, I'm gonna do the early coffee shifts, and then that leaves my schedule for writing.'” One of her mentors, Pat Alger, who had worked with artists like Garth Brooks, gave her two pieces of advices, she said. The first was to work close to Music Row to put yourself in the right people’s paths. “And it really did open up so many opportunities, just meeting people through coffee. You meet the people that you want to work with. And they'll think, 'Where do I know you from?' Well, I know your coffee order!” Alger’s second piece of advice? Don't waste anybody's time, because everyone's time is precious. “Pat Alger just gave me that fire here in Nashville—that I could do it, and even when no one hears your music, that doesn't mean you're not successful. You're gonna get 500 no’s before one maybe, and if
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that scares you, then maybe this isn't for you. But it hasn't scared me and that's why I'm still here almost a decade later—I continue to make music and love doing it!”
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Being named to the 2021 class of CMT’s Next Women of Country— the first out lesbian to be so named, as far as I am aware—is a huge accomplishment for Grae. It also portends great things for her career. “Being a member of a class of the Next Women of Country— basically, what they do is really invest in you for a year and beyond. But this year they're investing not only their time and resources, but also getting help and social outreach and understanding who we are as artists and how we can further our careers not only in music, but also as people in our communities.” “There's also a tour associated with Next Women of Country, so getting out on the road and putting music to the faces that people are seeing on social media... It's essentially offering a ton of opportunities for everyone involved. And it's one of the most diverse classes that they've ever had, which is really exciting to just be a part of that!” In addition to this exciting development in her career, Grae and her wife are also having a baby in a few short months. "I was on the road touring when the pandemic hit, and we assumed it would be fall of this year, or 2022, before I got back on the road. So we gave ourselves like four months, and we were like, 'Let's just try.' We knew we wanted to have kids. And if we could, then it would happen in enough time before I got back on the road. And I got pregnant on the last month of trying! So, yeah, it'll be July 2021. And then as of right now, I'll be hitting the road in October. It worked out perfect." The process of trying to get pregnant, and her pregnancy, led Grae to reflect through her music on a past loss in a song called “Still Your Mother.” "'Still Your Mother' is such a personal song for me. I actually experienced a miscarriage earlier in my life. And it took a long time for me to write about it and be comfortable sharing that piece of me... I still haven't put my finger on why I was so quiet about it... When we first started the journey of trying to become pregnant, it just became so much more real that I didn't have closure from that loss in my life." “And it's something that I think that women who can relate to having a miscarriage—you carry it with you every day, especially on those big days, like Mother's Day, or the due date that was supposed to be that never came to be ... and that's what 'Still Your Mother' is all about—Illustrating loss, but also hope for growth in a new family, which is where we're at now. And I think that it was the most beautiful time to release this song and to just move out of that chapter of my life, still having remembrance for it and really honoring that soul that left that was here for just a short time, but definitely impacted my life in a big way.” Along with releasing the song, Grae created a website, stillyourmother.com, where fans can share their own personal stories about miscarriage, rainbow babies, and related experiences. “I wanted ‘Still Your Mother’ to be not only cathartic for me, but hopefully at least one person can relate to this story and have some healing from it.” For more from Harper Grae, follow her on Instagram at @ HarperGraeMusic.
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Jay Gordon Many of us in the LGBTQIA+ community have chosen to modify our bodies in various ways to express our identities, sometimes to identify ourselves secretly or not-so-secretly to one another, sometimes to feel empowered in our bodies or to express our inner ideals, and sometimes just for fun or to share an experience with friends or loved ones. Piercings above and below the belt, gauging, as well as tattoos from pride flags to anime, are all modes of expression that have been embraced broadly in the community. As one of our cover models, Gustavo, said, “For years tattoos, handkerchiefs, and code lingo where how we found each other. How we found our safe spaces. Even now I feel immediately at ease when I notice an equal sign on someone’s wrist or behind their ear. It’s a signal.” Ironically, in the adult entertainment industry, like much of the heteronormative, patriarchal corporate world, tattoos were long frowned upon. Most of the models working with the big studios were either free of tattoos or had small, modestly placed tattoos. You’d see the occasional tribal band, perhaps. Over the last decade, though, things have changed quite a lot. It’s much more common for studios to work with models who are heavily tattooed, or who have large pieces. And the fan site model has allowed those who are outside the norm of corporate porn to develop their own following. Our cover models this month, Seamus O’Reilly and Gustavo Ferraro, both engaged in sex work. Seamus has worked with professional studios and later developed his fan following, while Gustavo started with fan sites, so they have different experiences, but both agree that having tattoos has cost them opportunities even in this industry. When Seamus started working in porn, he didn’t have tattoos, and for a long while he only had a simple black tattoo on his shoulder. He was advised that if he wanted to keep working with major studios, he should think twice about getting more. Nevertheless, he continued to get additional tattoos on his arms and hip. And he still gets work, though he knows that there are studios he probably can’t work with because of it. For both, tattooing themselves has taken precedence over trying to satisfy everyone else. “Every single tattoo has a meaning to me,” Gustavo said. “They represent the people I’ve met and the lessons I’ve learned. I have tons of quotes that helped me deal with what I went through. ‘Forget those who forget you’ is a favorite. ‘Dying is easy living is harder’—that one has kept me here too many times to count.” Seamus’ tattoos are all meaningful for him too, though one in particular is most philosophical. “My first tattoo was two Celtic ravens forming the yin-yang on my shoulder. It seemed like a good starting spot as it was hidden as long as I had a shirt on. It has two meanings behind it: the yin-yang being the balance in all things, and the idea that everything will eventually pass. The ravens being commonly a dark omen, but also a symbol of power reminding myself that the dark times I went through have helped shape who I am today and made me stronger in a sense.”
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Two Sex Workers on the Personal Import, and Impact, of Body Modification
“I know they probably have cost me some opportunities,” Seamus said, “but it comes with the territory. I know that with each new piece I get, I run the risk of losing current/future work because of it. But at the same time I could open new doors because of it as well. In an industry where your appearance is everything, I have found that there is always work no matter what you look like, it just might not be the kind that you want to do.” Gustavo, who’s worked as a cam model, agreed. “I mean I’ve definitely been turned down from work because of it. Some people like it. Some people don’t. You can’t win ‘em all.” While they are both quite accepting of the fact that there will be those who don’t like the look and take a live and let live attitude, not all of their fans have the same philosophy. While it would be easy to think to themselves, “I wish this person I’m a fan of hadn’t done that,” and move on with their lives, some people simply can’t keep their opinions to themselves. “For the most part the only effect adding tattoos has had on me,” Seamus said, “is the occasional person giving their opinion on how I have 'ruined' my body and become unattractive to them. But they are in the minority—the majority of people like them.” “When I was younger, some of the older gays gave me shit. But that came from a corporate mentality that is being abolished every day,” Gustavo added. He continued, “[Those] people say I will regret them when I’m older. And I might. But that seems like a problem for later me to figure out. For now I’ll enjoy the time I have with them looking good!” So, now you’ve seen almost all their tattoos—and if you have social media you can see them ALL. Are they done? Not by a long shot. Seamus has a lot of tattoos he still wants to get, but he’s set his sights on one in particular: “A high fantasy tattoo. Fantasy was always my biggest escape growing up, it allowed me to go to a place where I felt accepted and in control.” Gustavo owes a tattoo debt! “My best friend in Vegas and I planned matching tattoos for almost three years. One day I was supposed to go and get it. I forgot. Long story short, he got the tattoo that day. I have not. So I really need to get on that!” You can check out our models on social media, but be warned their accounts are absolutely NOT SAFE FOR WORK! Seamus O’Reilly can be found on Twitter at @SeamusOReilly69, and Gustavo Ferraro can be found on Twitter at @gogo_gustavo and on Snapchat at gogogustavo. Who are some of your favorite tattooed models in the adult industry? Reach out to jgrady@outandaboutnashville if you’d like to suggest a model, escort, artist, etc. as an interview for the After Dark podcast!
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LGBTQIA+ Tattooers in Nashville Lee Hatcher
Writhe Grey (she/they)
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Being a queer tattooer is a blessing and a sacred responsibility. It’s reinforced the importance of community in my life. It’s helped me shape and mold friendships and relationships. It’s taught me vulnerability, trust, and compassion (as tattooing is such a precious energetic exchange). And It’s also taught me a lot about communication, consent/boundaries, and how to hold space for each other. My favorite style to tattoo is linework and dotwork. It’s been the style that I’ve preferred to work in throughout my whole life. Mastering fine lines and intricate detail are things that are of the utmost importance to me in my career. I would love to work more with gay and erotic themes! Maybe in baroque style, melding together romance and smut. Bodies are so rad! Let’s decorate them with dirty drawings.
Madeline Wolf (she/her) Instagram @maddietats
I started as a tattoo collector with no plans to become a tattooer, but my mentors, X. David Williams and Aaron Richards talked me into it, thankfully. I've been tattooing in Nashville for 20 years now. As a tattooer, I've been influenced the most by everyone I've worked with over the years, including those I had a hand in teaching. I enjoy working in simple, traditional, and illustrative styles. Floral designs and horror stuff are my favorites, (vampires in particular). I'm always impressed by successful use of abstract forms in tattoo and hope to get into some of that in the future. Maddie identifies as queer, transgender, and uses she/her pronouns.
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Tattoos have long been an art embracing, and embraced by, outsiders. But for LGBTQIA+ people, tattooing has not always been as open and inclusive business as it has become, especially in places like Nashville. In the last couple of decades, as newer generations have taken up the art of tattooing, more women and LGBTQIA+ people have joined the ranks of the best tattooers in the business. And the fact is, nowadays, out members of our community would be welcomed by many artists in most shops in metro Nashville. But tattoos, like weddings, often hold great meaning for those getting them, so a bad experience at a shop risks a deeply personal disappointment. For that reason, it is best to do a little extra research, beyond browsing social media for the perfect artist with just the right style. When contacting your artist, it is not inappropriate to ask whether they are an ally. Or, better still, if their style suits your tattoo, seek out and support LGBTQIA+ artists.
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Auroura (they/them) Instagram @Auroura
I think some clients have a very hard time deciphering my gender, so I open up with my pronouns and ask what theirs are so I can give everyone the respect they deserve. Ultimately do my best to carry myself in a way that most people generally feel comfortable around me, because I take the perspective that everyone deserves acceptance and positivity. I always make sure my clients know that wherever I am is a safe place or I wouldn’t be there. It’s ultimately brought a lot of attention to making sure everyone is comfortable making changes to their bodies and get the support they need. I’m also so grateful that I get to work on such a variety of amazing humans and learn about different kinds of people in the LGBTQIA community that feel comfortable telling me their stories. I’m pretty open minded and I really love hearing about everyone’s journey and progress in finding who they really are. My favorite styles are neotraditional in color or black and grey, neorealism, large scale, sacred geometry, dotwork, engraving. I get asked for all of these styles a lot, but most of all I really love tattooing bugs. I love anatomy and the human form in art and feel like all the different kinds of beautiful people deserve artwork that represents them and their body type or their identity or their relationships. Also I’mma just say one more time that I love to tattoo bugs or anything spooky. But most of all I’d really love to tattoo anything that makes you especially happy to live in your body.
Devon Greig (she/her) Instagram @theswiftstorm
I had just come out as pansexual when I started tattooing in Memphis. Apprenticing at a shop with misogynistic owners was tough, and I had to prove that I really wanted this career. Unfortunately like in many scenarios today, they simply didn't understand, and holding my tongue and playing nice was the safest option. But things got a little easier as I moved around to a couple other shops, then I met Tai Orten. When she offered me the job at Alchemy I couldn't possibly refuse. I can be proud to work for a queer-friendly shop and feel comfortable myself while also providing a safe space for my clients. I've moved into doing a lot more watercolor pieces, when it's fun to keep the design loose and lively. I love doing pieces that are expressive, maybe with a slightly magical feeling. I'm really interested in the overlap between body positivity and being queer. As someone who self-harmed in the past, I know all too well how familiar that can be to other queer folk. I'm a big believer in tattoo therapy. So if you have scars you need covered with something beautiful, I would love to help you on that journey of growth.
Check out our website for longer interviews with each of these featured artists, as well as others. And if you are, or know of, LGBTQIA+ artists, please refer them to jgrady@outandaboutnashville.com!
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Alchemy’s Formula
For Success LGBTQIA+ Owned Tattoo Shop Continues to Grow
James Grady Back in 2016, Out & About Nashville readers chose a new tattoo shop, Alchemy Nashville, as the best place to get a tattoo. Alchemy was brand new, having been founded in the year prior, and was (to our knowledge) the first tattoo shop in Nashville owned and operated by a out lesbian. At the time, it was a solo venture, with owner Tai Orten as its solo tattooer. Full disclosure—after interviewing Tai, I was so impressed that I have asked her to do all my major tattoos since. And I’m not the only one. Back then, she was booked months in advance, and then moved to a system where she opened, and filled, her appointment book once a month. Now it’s once a quarter. But that’s not the only thing that’s changed since 2016! Tai has moved alchemy from East Nashville to a house in Antioch, where Tai now has multiple associates working with her, and she has opened an Alchemy shop in Murfreesboro. Tai is also expanding her Antioch shop soon. So, if you can’t wait ‘til next quarter for that perfect tattoo, you have Alchemy options! “We have pretty good range of tattooers,” Tai said. “There's a few of us that do a broad range, to where we can cover most everything, and then we have a couple artists that definitely specialize in a couple of key areas. So we just make sure that the person is getting paired up with the right fit, that way everybody's walking out with a good tattoo.” Tai built her business initially on the quality of her work and its reputation, so how does she continue to ensure that the alchemy brand is strong as she adds new artists? “I look for just a certain quality in somebody, as in, they're enthusiastic and positive. They enjoy tattooing. They're talented, they have the potential to grow, and it seems like they're they would be willing to do that and like having the camaraderie of other people at the shop,” she explained. She has a certain environment at the shop that she wants to maintain, and that’s built on it being a comfortable, safe space. “The big criteria would be people that can play nice in the sandbox. There's enough variety and diversity amongst the crew here that, if we bring somebody in that has real strong opposition to lots of different types of people, they're probably not going to get on with us, which also means they probably won't get on with our clientele...” “Quite frankly I've been really shocked that people get on as well as they do and people are really nice and are supportive of one another. You get stoked seeing really good work come out and people being able to get along and go out and do things together. That's been nice, because I've been in shops where that is not the case, and that can really suck the joy out of a job that's really cool.” Tai also continues to keep her own busy schedule. What projects get her attention? “Anything that's space-oriented, anime, brightly colored things... On the opposite end, I like, really creepy, weird, spooky shit—textures, textured black and gray. I think subject matter wise, there's just a whole heap of things that I enjoy... It's mostly just seeing something and thinking like 'Yeah, that sounds like something that I would be able to do well!' I've always been able to do realism, so that's just something in my back pocket that I like to merge with other styles.” Want to learn more? Check out our website for a longer version of this article, and visit alchemynashville.com. On Instagram, you can find Tai’s work at @taiotattoos, and the Alchemy shops at @ alchemynashville & @alchemymurfreesboro. 12
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Picasso. Figures features approximately 75 paintings, works on paper, and sculptures by one of the most celebrated figures in modern art. The exhibition offers an in-depth look at Pablo Picasso’s careerlong fascination with the human figure as a means of expressing a range of subjects and emotions. The Frist Art Museum is the only U.S. venue to host this incredible collection of his work. Advance timed tickets are required and can be reserved at FristArtMuseum.org/tickets.
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W hic h k niv e s s hould y ou hav e in y our k itc he n? Joe Morales One of your most important tools in your kitchen arsenal is your knife. Not only can you find a knife in any shape or size, but they come in many different colors and materials. Prices? Yeah. There’s definitely that too. You really only need a few knives to get you through your food prep. The trick is to find a knife that you feel comfortable holding. Is there a difference? There absolutely is a difference. The hilt could be too heavy, too light, it could be round, square, or just shaped oddly. It has to feel good in your hand. The weight of it, the texture of it. It all works together, and it should fit like a glove. Here are the knives I use on a daily basis at home and in a restaurant: Chef’s Knife This knife is the workhorse. It should be anywhere between 8 and 10 inches long. No more, no less. You can find them smaller, and you can find them longer, but the 8–10-inch range really is more practical. I have 3 chef knives. What? Ok, I actually have 4 BUT some are my house knives, and the others are my professional knives that are not used by ANYONE but me. My Mercer knife is the knife I had while in culinary school. It’s solid, it’s sharp, and it does most of my prep work. My other 2 knives are Japanese—Shuns (shun.kaiusa.com) to be exact. One of them has a synthetic hilt and doesn’t keep an edge as long. This is the only reason I don’t use it as much as my work horse or my other Shun. My favorite knife of all time is my Shun Classic, an 8-inch lightweight and VERY sharp knife. It’s also beautiful to look at. This is my go-to knife for finished products. Meaning, after meat, poultry, pork or even fruits and vegetables are cooked, I use the Classic to slice the food for presentation. Occasionally, I will use it for prep, depending on my mood and what I need to cut. It works great for fabricating cuts of fish and skinning. The Damascus steel blade is thin yet durable. Damascus steel is famous for the wavy patterns made from folding and forging the metal. Price: You can spend anywhere from $5.00 to sky’s the limit. My Shun was around the $200 mark, but I have had it for close to 5 years and it’s as sharp as the day I got it. The workhorse was about $45.00, and I’ve had it for almost 6 years. You can find a knife in your budget range. But remember, it’s about quality. Paring Knife I mentioned it in my article last month, and I’ll mention it again here: Use the right tool for the job! A Paring Knife is essential for those small jobs—no, not to cut your wheel of cheese (but you could I suppose). They are for smaller fruits and vegetables and are used in peeling, trimming, design work, and some dicing. You’ll find that this knife can be interchanged with a larger Utility knife, which will do the same work. These smaller knives are ideal for intricate cutting and detailed work. Think trimming the stems off
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strawberries, peeling cooked (or raw) potatoes. You can even use them for peeling tomatoes. Sure, you can use your chef knife, or whatever your go to knife is, but usually you cut too much off and have a lot of food waste. In a restaurant, that’s a no-no, and we try to use as much of the food as possible. Price: You can find these in a range of about $5 to $70 (or more). I have mixed feelings about the price, because you can find a decent paring knife for $10 or $15. Steak Knives This is a big one. Steak Knives. They are very important. Use them for steak, chicken, pork, or any item you need to cut while having your meal. Price: The price runs the gamut here as well. Quality steak knives will last a long time. Honing Steel No, it’s not a knife, but it’s your knife’s best friend. This is necessary for the care of whatever knife you choose to have in your home. The honing steel doesn’t sharpen the blade. What it does do is straightens your blade edge back to a point. Every time you use your knife (on a cutting board) it dulls the edge, making it flat. A few passes of the honing steel, with your knife at a 20 degree angle, will bring the edge back and lengthen the life of your knife. One of my favorite steels is the Diamond Carbon Steel. The shaft is oval in shape unlike the honing steel which is a round rod. The Diamond Carbon Steel reminds me of a fine sandpaper, and it brings the edge back to your knife quickly. The difference between a honing steel and a sharpener is that when you sharpen your knife, you are actually grinding your knife away. The honing steel makes a straight edge. Typically, you would use your honing steel before every use of your knife. You should have your knife sharpened at least once a month. Price: You can pick these up for around $20 and they last forever. Honorable Mentions These are in my home and get some use out of them. They are great accessories, but they don’t have daily use. 1. 2. 3.
Cleaver: This is great for breaking down larger cuts of meat and poultry, especially when cutting through bone. Serrated Bread Knife: The chef’s knife will definitely cut through bread, but a nice bread knife is great to have on hand. Slicer: I have a 12-inch slicer that is almost paper thin and extremely sharp. I use this on holidays for ham, turkey, and roasts.
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Knife care tips: #1 - NEVER put the knife in the dishwasher. Always wash it by hand. #2 - Store your knives in a manner that they will not touch other utensils. You can purchase blade covers, and then store the knives in a drawer. #3 - ALWAYS, and I mean ALWAYS, use a cutting board. #4 - Use the honing steel regularly and sharpen once per month #5 - Do not let the knife sit in water to soak. No matter how many knives you decide to have or what type you go with, just make sure that it’s high-quality and you take care of it. One suggestion is to stay away from cute color-coded knives, ceramic knives, and low quality knives. It’s better to cut yourself with a sharp knife than it is with a dull knife. Why? Because the cut will be cleaner and heal faster. A dull knife has a tendency to rip the skin and have a greater chance at infection…trust me, I know.
JOE EATS WORLD Joe Morales is a passionate traveler, trained chef, and culinary instructor. When he isn't off exploring the world, you can find him at home with his husband DJ and dog Oliver. Joe spends a lot of time in the kitchen working on his latest recipes. You can read more about Joe's easy to follow recipes and how to's by visiting his website, Joe Eats World (joeeatsworld.com). You can also follow him on instagram at JoeEatsWorld1 and also on Facebook at JoeEatsWorld.
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