RuPaul Preps For Season Seven, New Untucked, And Realness

It looks like Ru wasn't kidding when he said things were about to change. It looks like this year is a total revamp to pretty much everything, including a whole new approach to Untucked, and a brand spankin' new album. It all kicks off tonight (and tomorrow, for Untucked), so you better start your engines, because in a couple months the best woman will win. Ok, so that reference didn't really work.

This is honestly my favorite RuPaul album since he first started out. It is so disco-centric but still remains current. It has everything you could ask from Ru, and it sounds so much more fuller and richer than albums in the past. I won't get into too many details on my thoughts for this, as my full review will turn up in a familiar place here in a few weeks, but I can say that I am GAGGED by the fact that we finally get to hear the full version of "Color Me Love" with Rebecca Romijn, one of his fellow judges on the fabulous reality competition series Skin Wars. They previewed the track at the reunion special, but this is the first time it's been shown in it's full beauty.

For those of you who are spoil-sports, Logo had the first episode of Drag Race up for grabs on their site before the premier. This was probably due to them having a mini tour this week to premier the show in various LGBT cities across the country, therefor creating a lot of spoilers online. I have managed to avoid all spoilers of the first episode, so don't you go ruining it for me!

There have been a couple more "sneak peek" looks at the new Untucked since I last posted. To be honest, it looks like the quality took a big step down from the previous seasons, and every clip they've played has been boring . Untucked used to be the go-to place for drama in the show. If it wasn't dealt with in the work room or on the main stage, they would bring it up in that Interior Illusions Lounge and go at it! The clips so far have been tame. I hope they don't have a season of queens who are all BFFs. Don't get me wrong, the Bianca/Courtney/Adore love triangle is adorable as hell, but without Darienne Lake, everything would have been boring as hell.

Lastly, if you head on over to Drag Queen Magazine, you can see my super shady review of the Covergurlz 2 album. No, I'm not a fan, but I think it could be a good read, anyway! Also be sure and check out the other interviews and fabulous reviews by my colleges in the magazine!

For those curious, I will be reviewing RuPaul's Drag Race season seven right here every Tuesday. The first episode, due to prior commitments, will start up on Wednesday, pushing Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' weekly review back to Thursday. The two will return to their normal time slots starting next week.

Miss Fame of Drag Race Season Seven Interviewed in Drag Queen Magazine

Some of you have pointed out that the interview train has slowed down. Starting with the return, I vowed to get a minimum of one interview a month in, but last month seemed to be lacking. Well that's because I was busy working up a great article for an online magazine about -- you guessed it -- drag queens! For their February issue I got to do the featured interview with Miss Fame, upcoming star from RuPaul's Drag Race season seven!

View the full Magazine here.

In this six page interview, I was able to get up close and personal with Miss Fame. Although I couldn't exactly ask her if she won the show (and with Mama Ru's twists and turns she probably doesn't even know yet), but I did get to find out who she is as a person. It was great to get to to know a contestant before the show begins, giving me a fresh look, and maybe even shining light on a side of her we might not have a chance to see on the show.

But don't stop at my interview! There is also a feature on trans NYC legend (and my good friend) Dina Delicious, as well as an in depth look at covergurl La Voix, known across Britain for her appearance on Britain's Got Talent. This issue has enough to keep it going, but I'm glad I got to help out. Hopefully there will be many more season seven interviews in my future.

I'm calling you out Violet, Katya, and Ginger! (And pretty much the rest of the cast! I love them all!)

Drag Queen Magazine Debuts First Issue

It's happened. After years of drag being just a 'special issue' version of magazines like "Out Magazine", the ladies of drag finally have a magazine that is all them, all the time. It has fashion, celebrities, and tips and tricks for everyone from beginners to pros. Why don't you take a look at Drag Queen Magazine?

OK, so I'm sure there are other drag-focused magazines out there, but this is the first to come across my (metaphorical) desk.

First off, let me say that yes, that is RuPaul's Drag Race season one Jade on the cover. How they landed her for their first issue, I'll never know, but what I do know is that started off with a bang. Inside is a six page article packed with interviews and pictures for Jade about a crazy variety of topics. I guess they just wanted to get things started right. And a little birdy has told me that things are only going up from here, and you should definitely keep your eyes out for next month's issue.

Inside is an array of topics from must have accessories to what the best song/costume combo is for a Halloween themed show. They also speak with the mastermind behind the amazing Dr.a.g coffee table book. Trust me, there's a lot here. What I really love about the magazine is that they are truly involved in the community.  In the back pages you can find a list of gay/gay-friendly bars from across the country, as well as a way to submit clubs and bars to be added so that everyone can have a safe haven to go and feel like themselves.

If I had to criticize anything about this project it would have to be the simplicity of it all. By this, I mean that it doesn't exactly look like a magazine on the inside (placement of columns, photoshopping in places), but with the time and budge they had, it really did come out well. And I'm sure that over time, they will develop a sleek style, and that issues will flow more naturally.

For now, we can check out the first issue to get all the T. Find shows around the country (like Miss Coco Peru's!) and piece together your Halloween look with the help of your drag galpals. Be sure and check out both their Facebook page, for all the latest info, and their brand new homepage so you can subscribe and get issues instantly on your computer. Remember, bitches, it's free!