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Chicago's monthly LGBTQ Magazine
Web articles.
You'll find all of our articles in our magazine, but occasionally We'll add a few of our favorites online to view in digital format. We'll also post some online exclusive articles as well.
So keep checking back, you'll never know what you'll find.
Why Advertising in Grab Magazine is a Game-Changer for Your Business
In the world of advertising, where every dollar spent needs to deliver measurable results, choosing the right platform is critical. For...
Jun 173 min read
Q-Music:Regarding reissues – Pride edition
By Gregg Shapiro A recent article in Rolling Stone about the new, expanded reissue of Lotti Golden’s 1969 soul/garage/ psych breakthrough...
Jun 163 min read
Summer Fun In Washington, D.C.
By Bill Malcolm Rock Creek Bridge Summer is a wonderful time to visit D.C. The museums are free, the crowds are gone, and the hotel rates...
Jun 164 min read
Worth the Wade:An interview with Jensen Atwood
By Gregg Shapiro There’s no question that when Patrik-Ian Polk’s series “Noah’s Arc” premiered on Logo 20 years ago, it was a...
Jun 164 min read
The Name on Everybody's Lips isGonna be Maxxie!
By Robbie Todoro With the world eagerly awaiting the next great superhero, director Anthony Hand is answering the call — in heels. Hand’s...
Jun 164 min read
The Real World (and Then Some)
Chapter Six: “Son, we know you like boys, and that’s okay with us. We still love you,” my dad said, firm but calm. I was sitting on the...
Jun 155 min read
Spokane, Washington Waterfalls and More in the Biggest City in the Inland Northwest
By Bill Malcolm Spokane is an amazing historic city in far eastern Washington. The Riverfront Park features stunning huge waterfalls....
May 193 min read
Caroline Rose on the rise
By Gregg Shapiro There’s never been a better time to listen to queer singer/songwriter Caroline Rose. Rose’s fantastic new album, “year...
May 196 min read
Interview with Carnal+ Exclusive Sean Xavier
Tom Olah: How did you find yourself in the industry? Sean Xavier: I actually started in the industry as a webcam model while I was still...
May 193 min read
Seriously funny: An interview with legendary performer Sandra Bernhard
By Gregg Shapiro Photo By Nick Spanos With a performing career spanning five decades, there is no one else like Sandra Bernhard. From...
May 196 min read
Stress Center
Chapter Five: “Here bitch, take this,” Chad said, handing me a warm washcloth from the linen closet. I was throwing up, and it was only...
May 185 min read
Nobody Moved
Chapter Four: After I graduated high school, I moved to Columbia, Missouri for college. I thought I was going to figure it out there....
Apr 155 min read
Devon Michael Sedrick Confronts Toxicity with Cheeky New Anthem“You Suck”
Photo By Haley Saunders Devon Michael Sedrick is transforming personal pain into empowerment with his bold new single, “You Suck”....
Apr 143 min read
Interview with Carnal+Exclusive Grant Ducati
Tom Olah: In just four years, you've become one of the most recognizable faces in the industry– what do you think it is about you that's...
Apr 144 min read
GRAB Martha
Martha WashThe Two-time Grammy Nominee Performs One Night Only at City Winery Chicago Photo By Mike Ruiz Martha Wash is set to captivate...
Apr 144 min read
“Bad Idea” is a good time: An interview with gay writer Bruce Vilanch
By Gregg Shapiro When it comes to writing, prolific and hilarious gay scribe Bruce Vilanch has just about everybody else beat. His...
Apr 144 min read
Gay, Sad, and Bad at Jobs
Chapter Three: When I was 16, my parents—mainly my dad—wanted me to get a job. I had stopped working for some reason, though I don’t...
Apr 75 min read
First Comes Love, Then Comes Pills
Chapter Two: I was eleven years old, playing in my grandparents’ basement—my favorite place in the whole world. It was a wonderland down...
Mar 174 min read
The Torture of Consent
By Larry Olsen Photo by Magnus Hastings Born and raised in suburban Chicago, Queen Sir JET struggled with gender dysmorphia throughout...
Mar 174 min read
Fort Troff’s Underwear Collection is Raw, Real, and Racy
By John Stein In a world where conformity often takes center stage, Fort Troff’s latest underwear collection dares to be different. With...
Mar 172 min read
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