Last issue we looked at a few different things like "Monster Bride" and "Il Divo" and I hope that you had a chance to take a look at those great musical and video outlets. The purpose of this colum is to let you know about up and coming artists, music, events and other odds and ends that effect your lifestyle.

With spring right around the corner, it looks as if Boystown is booming with blossoming new businesses! Let's take a look at "Tulip". Tulip, with 2 locations, 3448 N. Halsted and 1480 Beryn, right off Clark Street in Andersonvlle, is an upscale sex toy gallery specializing in education, information and self exploration. Tulip features top of the line BDSM equipment as well as lubricants, toys for men and women of all ages. For more information stop in at either location or call them at 773.975.1515

Another Boystown Blossom is "Chicago Male", located at 3418 N. Halsted St. Chicago Male is a "guy thing". A full service salon for men, featuring body waxing, hand and feet grooming, Camouflage, which is getting rid of the grey and an entire hair removal service. Scott, the owner of the salon is a great guy and his friendly staff will make you feel right at home. Take some time and pamper yourself. Chicago Male is open Monday through Friday 10am to 10pm and Saturday and Sunday 10am until 7pm. For an appointment give them a call at 773.281.6005, you'll be glad you did.

Centaur has just announced that an all-new Global Groove Tour will get underway this March, making it the year's largest gay club tour from the nation's #1 gay dance series. Two of America's most popular club DJs, David Knapp and Kimberly S., will be the featured DJs for the 2006 Global Groove Tour, currently planned to visit 30 cities in 6 different countries.

Never before has a CD dance brand undertaken such an extensive tour promotion that is as inclusive and wide reaching as Global Groove. The best dance club venues will host the Global Groove Tour schedule, including international hot spots, several lesbian parties and a Gay Pride celebration in Omaha. Each domestic venue will also be outfitted with prizes to give away, while each person who attends will receive a special gift bag that includes items from the Global Groove Tour Sponsors.