HaLo-iS

I'm a Hoodie A.S.B.O. Nation - This is our latest Video, produced by Strip Studios Ltd

2010-09-19T07:03:00.000-07:00

Busy, busy, busy

2007-06-07T17:52:00.000-07:00

Pause...

2006-06-26T03:42:00.000-07:00

I've been on the missing list, but I'm back now in full effect. I'll give you all an update of what's been happening in HaLoLaNd in the very near future, so watch this spot...

TILT...

2005-12-26T13:00:00.000-08:00

Boxing Day 2005; My Mum fell down the stairs and life will never be the same again...

HaPpY MoNdAy

2005-12-10T15:46:00.000-08:00

NoVeMBeR was like this....

2005-12-01T16:01:00.000-08:00

Jackie is coming

2005-10-12T09:37:00.000-07:00

The new era dawns, as the infamous Club Jackie goes weekly. Your sunday night clubbing will never be the same……
Sunday October 30th sees the most anticipated launch party of the year, as the legendary Turnmills once again rocks to London’s sexiest hottest and cruisiest gay night. With its refreshing music policy of “Not funky, just fierce” it’s a club for all Muscle Marys, Techno Faeries, Gender Benders and Real West Enders. With a DJ line up which includes Dr Mu, Hard on’s HaLo-iS, Mr Cormac and one of Italy’s finest; Dj Pagano. This is definitely a date for your diary and one not to miss!

Yippee, I'm with UGLY

2005-09-16T19:59:00.000-07:00

It's official, sanctioned & verified.
I am an Ugly.
Today, I signed to UgLy, the model agency for characters with "special beauty".
I wonder what lies in store.
I'm very excited about the future, can't wait for new doors to open & more fun to commence...

I believe this...

2005-09-06T05:10:00.000-07:00

"The universe is full of magical things patiently waiting for our wits to grow sharper"

Survival in New Orleans

2005-09-04T14:44:00.000-07:00

These are exerpts from Michael Barnet (Interdictor)'s daily record of life in New Orleans...

"hunkered down in the hurricane-ravaged city, the rule of law has collapsed and anyone on the streets is in danger of being robbed or killed."

"In case anyone in national security is reading this, get the word to President Bush that we need the military in here NOW. The Active Duty Armed Forces. Mr. President, we are losing this city. I don't care what you're hearing on the news. The city is being lost. It is the law of the jungle down here"

Click here for Interdictor's blog with video feed, live from New Orleans

SpiNnY SpiN SpiiiiiiNnNnnNn

2005-09-03T23:36:00.000-07:00

I'm almost getting used to having vertigo now, but it takes me by surprise every now & again. Today it got me bending over in the gardening section of Homebase... Weeeeeeeeeeeheeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

No bright lights for me

2005-09-02T23:51:00.000-07:00

How disappointing, I had to cancel my trip to blackpool with the Oxford Massive. No good going all the way up there for fun on a rollercoaster, when I'm already on my very own private ride. It will be a brilliant weekend for sure.
Happy birthday Andy xXx

Feeling Vertiginous

2005-08-31T11:11:00.000-07:00

"Vertiginous" is one of my favourite words. I was very much looking forward to using it next weekend, when we will be celebrating Andy Orme's birthday at the top of the massive Blackpool rollercoaster. However, it is actually an extremely unpleasant sensation when your feet are on the ground and it won't stop. Ever since I arrived in Amsterdam, I've felt as though I were on a boat. I assumed that it were because I was. My middle ear is apparently unaware that I am no longer afloat, and is continuing to make me feel as if I'm sliding off the surface of the planet. I know, I know; some people pay good money to feel like this, in fact I have done so myself on many occasions, but now PLEASE MAKE IT STOP...

Amsterdam Ahoy

2005-08-30T09:21:00.000-07:00

I have just spent a gorgeous, relaxing bank holiday weekend in Amsterdam. Slippery Matt & Jonnie B. treated Mouse & I to a well needed break away from the hustle & bustle of London. We had a wonderful tranquil time, most of which was spent chilling on the canal and eating delicious food. We stayed about 25 minutes tram ride south of town, on a beautiful housebout on the canal. As I am officially a lightweight nowadays, I was totally poleaxed from the moment I arrived until just about now. I managed to avoid most of the usual Dam activities and spent a great deal of the weekend feeding the moorhens, ducks and a fabulous swan with bread and crispy croutons. I would definitely recommend this view of Holland, it was glorious Click here to see our fabulous houseboat

Big Ups from Scene-out.com

2005-08-26T20:08:00.000-07:00

Lotus Girl came to Hard On & this is what she said...

Well Done Georgia

2005-08-25T11:41:00.000-07:00

My gorgeous Niece

Georgia got her exam results today; 8 GCSEs, 5xBs & 3xCs. Well Done Georgia, you make me proud!

Biggin' up the Lions

2005-08-20T11:11:00.000-07:00

A Huge Happy Birthday to all the Leos in my life (in chronological order) Angela, Mouse, Sonia, Pam, Suzie, Jan, Martin, Jim, Adam & Emma. Big Love to you all xXx

Well Done Lucia

2005-08-19T07:58:00.000-07:00

My fabulous Niece

Lucia got her exam results today, Art, English & Biology A Levels and an AS in Chemistry. I am very proud of her, as always. Click here to see her self portrait

Here's a good one...

2005-08-18T17:35:00.000-07:00

Resentment is like taking poison, and waiting for the other person to die.

Techno Terrorist in town

2005-08-16T02:31:00.000-07:00

The Techno Terrorist aka Sped came to pay us a visit in HaLoLaNd. It was great to see him again and we had a fab night. Starting with deep house from Mouse (covering for WeEfY 23 whilst he's colouring himself orange in Minorca). Next up was Steven Black playing his sexy tribal beats. Finally, we ended up in the usual Halo Hardstyle place with a live rendition of the new Hard On 2nd birthday party mix. We also had the pleasure of the company of Dr Mu, Scottie, Mo and Slippery Matt. It's such a shame one has to get up early on Tuesdays :( We would have loved to play on all night. TT took this pic as a memento

Happy Birthday

2005-08-15T12:09:00.000-07:00

"Chaps in Chaps"

2005-08-15T09:31:00.000-07:00

After the usual "red light fever" angst, I've finally mixed the Hard On CD for our 2nd birthday party on 17th September. I'll give you a clue: it is quite hard ;) There will also be free CDs from Hugo'sland and one of the backroom DJs for the first 100 people through the door on the night, so come early.

Good Music

2005-08-14T03:14:00.000-07:00

Went to Blue @ Fire with Adam & heard Trevor Rockliffe play some gorgeous intelligent techno. What a lovely refreshing change. I was sorry to leave, but a long journey awaits in the morning, so I'd better get some ZZZZZZZZzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzs

Lionised

2005-08-11T05:04:00.000-07:00

So many of the people I love have birthdays around now, I have to ask "what is it with all these Leos?". Perhaps there is a clue in here...

Mark Watts found @ Bubblegum

2005-08-10T05:48:00.000-07:00

At last, I have caught up with photographer Mark Watts. He snapped me at the very last Trade @ Turnmills and the fabulous pic appeared in QX that very week. Despite my very best efforts and pleas to QX, I was unable to track him down, until Friday night when lo & behold he was snapping me again @ the Bubblegum launch night. True to his word, he sent me the pic. Click here ... Top bloke, check out his website here...

Remember this...

2005-08-05T14:37:00.000-07:00

"We all laugh in the same language"

Quote for today

2005-08-04T16:22:00.000-07:00

Talk sense to a fool and he calls you foolish - Euripides

This one is DEEEEEP

2005-08-02T19:17:00.000-07:00

The meaning of life is not an unquestionable answer; it is an unanswerable question.

Pink Bubble Gum

2005-08-02T10:35:00.000-07:00

On Friday night, after playing as part of an all girl line up on The Locked Groove Show, I picked up Adam & Andrea and we went to Pink Bubble Gum @ Factory, where we bumped into the lovely Mark Watts, who snapped us in full effect See here... As seen in QX Magazine this week

Miss C's Soirée

2005-07-30T09:08:00.000-07:00

Tonight a gathering of the beautiful people is taking place at the Fabulous Miss Cunty's Covent Garden Citadel. Dress code: Citrus

Lo's Lesson For Today

2005-07-28T22:27:00.000-07:00

"Don't speak unless you can improve on the silence"

Top Tip for Travellers

2005-07-26T17:01:00.000-07:00

Back to '92

2005-07-21T15:33:00.000-07:00

From my perspective, this month's Hard On was the best one so far. Despite a rival club opening up next door targeting the same fetish party animals, we were packed with shiny, happy people. Gleaming latex & smiles to match, everyone arrived ready to have the time of their lives. Lots of old faces dusted off their leathers and came down to Crash to show their solidarity with Suzie and support for Hard On. The atmosphere was electric, Suzie promised a fantastic night & delivered in full, with knobs on. Empress Stah dazzled us all with her Golden Performance.
We all played our boots off and when I finished my set, I danced until the bitter end. The crowd were so up for it, people were saying how much it was like Trade back in the day. What an accolade, I can't wait for next month. QX Magazine said this...
Critique from "Anonymous of seeUout"

some more commentary...

and here's what the Munchkin from Scene-Out had to say... I thoroughly enjoyed my night and after a bit more bopping headed home, to be greeted by a forlorn looking Toto. "How was your night?" I asked "Rough" came the reply "Yes I know where you went, I wanted to know how it was" I said "Rough" was all he said. Oh dear, I thought, obviously not a good night. "So what was the crowd like?" He looked at me and the 'R' started roll off his tongue and I got the picture.

Toto should have gone next door to Hard-on, where a good time was had by all according to the Munchkin who sent this report:

"Last Saturday's monthly fetish night at Crash again proved to be a fantastic night out for London's kinky clubbers. The strict dress code of leather, rubber, fetish, and boots ensures that only those who make the effort and come as guests or members may attend.

A fierce but friendly mix of both familiar faces and first timers ensured that there was something for most everyone. Despite a rival night next door, the club was very busy with a packed dance floor and loads of action in the both the second and upsairs arches.

One couple who recently moved down from Manchester told this Munchkin that after trying Rough next store, they decided to visit Hard On as guests for the very first time. Both were very impressed by the crowd, the music, and are likely to become regulars. It is always nice to see new faces on the fetish scene, and Hard On's lack of attitude and strong crowd of regulars ensures a fun night.

As always the bar between the two dance arches became the evening's social hub, with friends enjoying a chat prior to hitting the dance floor for pumping, hard house. Crash benefits from extra-friendly bar staff who go out of their way to look after their guests.

Upstairs in the sling loft, the lighting was just bright enough to find your way. Throughout the night there was plenty of jiggy jiggy to keep even the most greedy of bottoms happy. Downstairs in the second arch there was plenty of porn, including a great film about what happens if you let gays in to the military. That wide open room keeps voyeurs quite happy. Oddly, at one point in the evening the whole upstairs was shut, leaving some outside their natural habitat for some considerable time. This Munchkin saw the evening's floor show for the first time in many moons.

Empress Stah delivered a sexy if slightly kitsch performance only clad in gold paint. As the Bond theme Goldfinger played, Empress Stah flashed a large medal and seduced the crowd with elegant moves. She seemed to be celebrating a small victory for London winning the Olympics. So nice to see that even Hard On is getting into the spirit.

The evening's only downers were a couple of silly men, looking far from butch, being gently carried out (presumably) after taking too much GHB. So embarrassing for both those guys and their friends, and unfortunately a few thoughtless people may put our clubland risk. Please remember that no one ever looks pretty passed out on the floor, so do leave that stuff at home."

Best Record Shopping Evaaaah

2005-07-16T20:31:00.000-07:00

E J Doubell - Class DJ & Top Bird!

Today, I once again had the privilege of spending time with one of my great heroines, Emma Doubell. Together with Lee & Bradley from Kaos, we meet each month at Emma's flat and while away the afternoon sifting through her record collection with a view to increasing our ever growing collections of amazing old tunes.

I thoroughly enjoy the afternoons we spend together each month, discovering so many precious gems amongst her records. Sounds that make the hairs stand on end all over my body. Chatting and reminiscing about the good old days and going home with armfulls of fabulous gorgeousness. It makes me very happy. To top it all, I get to play alongside Emma at Hard On, an honour I appreciate and enjoy more and more as I get to know her better... and now she's my New Ace Pal I don't fuck up the mix every time she steps into the DJ box any more!

Londoners' Post Bomb Attitude

2005-07-14T00:12:00.000-07:00

Thought for today

2005-07-11T00:23:00.000-07:00

If there were dreams to sell, what would you buy?

How lucky we are...

2005-07-08T11:11:00.000-07:00

... that none of our wonderful extended family were hurt in the bomb blasts in London yesterday. My heart goes out to those whose loved ones were killed, injured or are still missing.

WTF is going on

2005-07-07T11:05:00.000-07:00

Today is the 7th July 2005 and all hell has broken loose.
London is in a state of shock...

Blimey!

2005-07-06T12:50:00.000-07:00

Great news, the 2012 Olympics will be held in London; ergo loads of fit bodies in town...

I believe in Karma

2005-07-05T23:29:00.000-07:00

It was a week ago today that my friend Suuz was shot in the head whilst cycling home in East London. The sad sickos hit her in the skull with a high powered air rifle, from an anonymous upstairs window. As she fell off her bike, she saw particles emanate from her own skull and heard the snipers laughing. Fortunately, she is out of hospital now, however the impact will be with her for a very long time. I am thinking of her with love and respect and I hope she is fully healed really soon.

TILT

2005-07-05T11:29:00.000-07:00

So many things/nothing definitive (delete as applicable) happened, yet everything has changed
Those things that life once revolved around, now appear crass and superficial
What was once so crucial, is barely of significance
Unexpected and disconcerting
Seminal Days

Kaotic Fabulousness

2005-07-03T10:10:00.000-07:00

Wow! Kaos was fantastic last night/this morning. I feel that I played one of my top Kaos sets to date. They all jumped about enthusiastically anyhoo...

Malingerers' Motto

2005-06-30T11:00:00.000-07:00

Laziness is nothing more than the habit of resting before you get tired...

Thought for the day

2005-06-25T10:55:00.000-07:00

The trouble with resisting temptation is that it may never come your way again

Hardest Hard On

2005-06-20T13:22:00.000-07:00

Hard On was unbelievable on Saturday, what a mad night... Instead of the usual act that takes place in the middle of my set, we were treated to a spectacular display of hardcore images, courtesy of a very talented VJ. Quite a distraction, I must say!

Lipstick Love

2005-06-02T23:47:00.000-07:00

Tonight was my debut at Lipstick Love in Old Compton Street, a most unusual experience...

Paaaaaaaaaartyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy

2005-05-31T09:12:00.000-07:00

Oh dear, another fine mess I got them into...

The annual HaLo Witsun Bank Holiday Birthday Bash was a huge success, probably one of the best we've had so far. How lucky I am to have such fabulous friends, and how wonderful to enjoy another night where so many of them were gathered together, revelling in collective gorgeousness. Even a few of the old lightweights put on their dancing shoes and shuffled about a bit ;)

It makes me really happy to see friends from different spheres of my life instantly connecting and forming new friendships. Some important people were absent, but still there in spirit.

Here are some pics... The password is Hackney...

Planet HaLo

2005-05-24T08:39:00.000-07:00

Yesterday, I went into hospital for a minor operation. Click here to see what Mrs Hussain removed from inside my body...

Steve Bennett - Top Bloke R.I.P.

2005-05-23T22:15:00.000-07:00

Steve Bennett lost his fight against double lung cancer today.

I knew Steve for more than 20 years, he was a very special person. One of the most chilled out people I've ever met, with a brilliantly philosophical view of the world, Steve had wickedly sharp, dry sense of humour and an outrageous sense of fun.

In the 80s, my mates & I all used to go out of our way to visit Steve at his sweetie shop in Clayhall, Ilford. Steve's shop was the only place in or around London where you could buy King Sized Rizlas, especially imported and only available in red. Steve's interest in that shop has long gone, but many strong friendships formed then have endured right up until today.

He will be missed by so many people, especially his gorgeous wife Sue, twin daughters Katie & Coral and handsome son Tim.

Thanks for the happy memories mate.

Menthol Review

2005-05-20T08:30:00.000-07:00

Here's what the Munchkins from Scene-Out had to say about last Saturday @ Menthol...

Today's top quote

2005-05-19T17:32:00.000-07:00

The true secret of giving advice is, after you have honestly given it, to be perfectly indifferent whether it is taken or not, and never persist in trying to set people right. Hannah Whitall Smith

HaLo-LaNd tonight

2005-05-16T12:37:00.000-07:00

Tonight's special guest in HaLo-LaNd is DJ Steven Black playing tribal beats

What a Weekend!

2005-05-16T00:55:00.000-07:00

It's been quite a weekend, Friday night kicked it off with Johnny Cash and Candy's Monster Mash birthday party, a Casa Club production at Tito's, a great little venue in London Bridge. We kidnapped Sqibbzta on the way, bundled him into the car, forced him to party and no one took a blind bit of notice of his jumper. I played some old Hard House tunes to a fantastic crowd of "proper people", who all jumped about, grinning and gurning. Many Happy Returns to Johnny & Candy & thanks for another top night.

With just enough time to recover, sew some sequins onto my pointy titty bra, and exchange last night's Hard House selection for some top Hard Trance tunes, it was giddyup and off to Vauxhall with the HaLo-iSsImUs cru for a euphoric night of hands-in-the-air action at Menthol, where Taz and Kay host the best trance night in London. It was a real treat to see so many happy faces, friends and strangers alike, particularly the HaLo-iS fan club in their custom made tee shirts. Many thanks to my haute couturiers, Jonnie B & Angela, who produced a spangled minty confection especially for the night, watch this space for pics...

Rainbow gem

2005-05-15T21:40:00.000-07:00

Kids' TV just ain't wot it used to be. Click here for a real nostalgic treat

Let's go 'kin' MENTHOL

2005-05-10T18:06:00.000-07:00

Saturday night is Menthol night. Mail me for reduced entry guest list places

As camp as Campalari

2005-05-09T01:59:00.000-07:00

Friday's gig "The General Erection" @ Campalari was a scream. Click here to see Ritzy Crackers & Miss Jade

Hard On Club Pix Mix

2005-05-05T00:04:00.000-07:00

Listen to my mix, while you check out the party people in the Hard On CLub Pix gallery - Beware, not for the fainthearted...

Mirror Balls interview

2005-05-04T16:52:00.000-07:00

My Top Ten Tunes for Scene-Out

Our Secret Bodies

2005-04-23T21:09:00.000-07:00

Today, Adamissimo & HaLo-IsSiMuS took part in a documentary called "My Secret Body", for Endemol.

I've done some stupid things in my time... Oh well, let's just hope that the lovely editor isn't on a vicious come down that day.

To be shown on channel 5 sometime in the Autumn, watch this space

Press Here

2005-04-22T17:01:00.000-07:00

It's a Hard life

I'm nearly a grown up

2005-04-22T16:19:00.000-07:00

My birthday is fast approaching and I'll be celebrating surviving another year, with a hoe down in HaLo-LaNd. Mail me for clues

Exciting News...

2005-04-22T01:44:00.000-07:00

I'm afraid to say that at the moment, it's a secret. However watch this space, I'll keep you posted...

In the box with Suzie

2005-04-18T10:32:00.000-07:00

Everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves @ Hard On this week. It was a fantastic night, really good atmosphere and lots of happy faces

I'm just a Media Tart

2005-04-15T00:18:00.000-07:00

In Boyz Magazine again...

Topping & Butch

2005-04-13T23:05:00.000-07:00

We laughed our arses off last night. Click here to check these guys out...

Sad News

2005-04-13T22:27:00.000-07:00

TRADE - URGENT PRESS RELEASE

Parties @ Turnmills

Trade has decided to put an end to our Parties @ Turnmills. With the ever changing face of clubbing in London, we have decided to re-group and have a fresh look at our parties for the future in 2005/6.

Trade has always been about innovation, quality clubbing and forward thinking, so it was time for us to move on from our original “After-Hours” roots at Turnmills.

As a Global Brand, with our unique style of music, Trade will continue with special events planned around the world and in the UK.

So keep checking our website for up to date information on new projects in the planning.

The Trade Collective.
Trade UK
200 York Way,
London N7 9AP

Watch this space for Trade news...

He said "trust me"

2005-04-13T04:45:00.000-07:00

Cynical? Click here...

Caught Red Hatted

2005-04-12T01:03:00.000-07:00

Super Smudger, Jan Sanders captured me @ Menthol
Click here to see more of his fabulous work

Top Tip

2005-04-09T07:24:00.000-07:00

Campalari @ Stunners in May

2005-04-07T05:55:00.000-07:00

They liked me so much, they booked me again...
for the Campalari General Erection Party @ Stunners on 06 05 2005

Captured by the QX Smudger

2005-04-05T03:46:00.000-07:00

Fabulous Feather Fetish Couture

2005-04-03T17:15:00.000-07:00

What an absolutely fantastic party Jose & Jane hosted on Saturday night. Everybody made a tremendous effort, the costumes were quite spectacular. Their gorgeous studio/living space was filled with lots of familiar, happy faces and many interesting new ones too. A great vibe in an amazing location. I played some of my best old party tunes for at least 3 hours until 06:00 am. We all thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, a wonderful night to remember.

Shame

2005-04-02T04:59:00.000-08:00

I played a blinder tonight @ Campalari, had a fab time and met some wikkid people. Then on my way home by myself, 4 or 5 young blokes in a car next to me failed to get my attention, so they lobbed a missile at me. A heavy object slammed into the back door of my car, just behind me and they sped off, leaving me feeling shaken and upset. Home safe & sound now, with my pussies to comfort me.

Gig Tonight

2005-04-01T17:59:00.001-08:00

A Rocky Horror show party taking place at "Campalari" @ Stunners. It's now confirmed - I will be playing at Midnight after all, as Ritzi has managed to secure a pair of real decks for me to play on. None of that 21st century cd nonsense for me, I'm a vinyl junkie through & through. I refuse to relinquish my precious ebony slabs in favour of the fools' silver miniatures.

The Gorgeous Ian

2005-04-01T06:33:00.000-08:00

Click to see my coiffeur for the night ...

Royalty

2005-04-01T05:31:00.000-08:00

The plane's cabin was being served by a camp flight attendant, who was obviously enjoying himself.

He came swishing down the aisle and said to the man and the woman seated beside him, "Captain Marvey has asked me to announce that he'll be landing the big scary plane shortly, lovely people, so if you could just put up your trays that would be super."

On his trip back up the aisle, he noticed that the woman hadn't moved a muscle. "Perhaps you didn't hear me over those big brute engines. I asked you to raise your trazy-poo so the main man can pitty-pat us on the ground."

She calmly turned her head and said, "In my country, I am called a Princess. I take orders from no one!"

"Well, sweet cheeks, in my country, I'm called a Queen so I outrank you. Put up the tray, bitch!"

Kaos@Stunners "Good" Friday

2005-03-30T16:01:00.000-08:00

Playing @ Kaos
Click here to see Carolla Falolla...

Trade Easter Grande Finale

2005-03-30T15:57:00.000-08:00

...and we danced until the bitter end.

In Boyz Mag last week

2005-03-30T06:02:00.000-08:00

Click here for the showoff...

... & QX

2005-03-30T05:55:00.000-08:00

Click here to see...

Synthetic Pleasures

2005-03-28T18:28:00.000-08:00

in the Tanz bar @ Trade for the Easter party

HaLoissimus & Adamissimo party on

2005-03-28T16:58:00.000-08:00

at the last ever Trade?

Next week's fish & chips wrapper

2005-03-28T15:59:00.000-08:00

This week, I got to list my top 10 tunes of the moment and wafffle on to BOYZ. Sadly the editor was guilty of a heinous apostrophe violation.

click here to Readallabaaaahdit...

Feather Fetish Couture

2005-03-21T04:28:00.000-08:00

Another show for your diary, Feather Fetish Couture 02 04 05
Click here to see the flyer...

Coming events

2005-03-11T08:29:00.000-08:00

Come and see me play at one of these events...

Coming events...
Hard-on -- 19 03 2005
Kaos @ Stunners -- 25 03 2005
Menthol -- 14 05 2005

xxx

Web site stuff.

2005-03-11T06:13:00.000-08:00

Prometheus is finally getting his lazy arse into gear and fixing my web site. It's only taken three years. He will be punished in due course.

There is now a front page up, and hopefully the rest of the site will be done by next Friday.