#10

#10: Katy Perry – Teenage Dream
I was actually surprised to see that I listened to this song so much, but I have to believe that it is only this high because of Glee.  After the Glee version of this song came out I started listening to Katy Perry again… so that must be it.

#9

#9: Smashing Pumpkins – Freak
Obviously I have always been a fan of the Smashing Pumpkins, and now that they are making new music again I am tickled pink…or um orange!  This song really reminds me of the stuff they used to release back in the late 90′s as b-sides.  Livin’ it and lovin’ it.

#8

#8: Robyn – Time Machine
This bitch tore last year apart!  If this song had been released earlier last year it would have been way up on this list.  I love this song, and as I type I am listening to it.  If you haven’t listened to Robyn’s new music then you are a dumb ass.

#7

#7: Rihanna – Only Girl (In The World)
It really sucks that Rihanna has become one of those artists who has like one or two good songs on their albums.  I had so much hope for her new album when I heard this first single, and when I finally got to listen to the album (which took a while because Benutty never sent it to me like he said he would) it was just a huge let down.  This song is amazing though, and I dare you not to dance while listening to it.

#6

#6: Robyn – Fembot
Ok… so I really hated this song when I first heard it. I gave it a second chance when Body Talk pt. 2 came out, and totally fell in love with it.  Listen to it and love it!

#5

#5: Scissor Sisters – Night Work
Thank the gods that the Scissor Sisters decided to do a dance album.  The whole album is super amazing, but this song is especially good.  It kind of makes you want to go out at night and hang out with prostitutes, or dress in drag and go to the Castro followed by the Penny.

#4

#4: Kylie Minogue – Get Outta My Way
Like Rihanna, I was fairly disappointed in Kylie Minogue’s new album.  It didn’t seem to have any substance… just a lot of mindless, not very well thought out songs.  I don’t even know how to explain it properly, but if you heard it I am sure you know what I mean.  There were a couple highlights to her album though… Aphrodite was one of them, but in the end Get Outta My Way totally stayed with me thru out the year.  The video really helped this song out also…. look it up… totally cuties.

#3

#3: Goldfrapp – Rocket
I don’t know what it is about this song, but I fucking love it and I could listen to it non-stop… oops and I did.  The video is a little out there, but I love that it looks very 80′s.   I Wanna Life by Goldfrapp just missed my top 10, but it is also a must listen!

#2

#2: Scissor Sisters – Skin Tight
By far my favorite song on their new album.  I mean honestly you should just listen to their full album because it is just that good.  It is better than their other 2 albums combined.  It is super gay, super dancey, and super fun.  Only homophobes would hate this album haha.

#1

#1: Robyn – Hang With Me
Ok so really… Scissor Sisters and Robyn tie this past year as my favorite.  This song really grabbed me, and I still listen to this song all the time.  You need to seriously just buy the 3 albums Robyn released this past year because the majority of the songs are fantastic.  This is the music that I wished Madonna was making right now, but you can’t have everything.

Scissor Sisters – Night Work

The Scissor Sisters have a whole lot of sass, and this album is full of it.   This is yet another great album by them…  Listening to this album is reminds me of those old Duran Duran videos from the 80′s….  I’m not sure how to explain that… you just have to know.   This album was produced by Stuart Price (who also produced Madonna’s Confessions on a Dancefloor)… he has been quite the busy bee this year producing all sorts of amazing albums!   If you like dancing music that is inspired by the 70′s and 80′s then pick this bitch up!

Stand out tracks:

Night Work, Fire With Fire, Any Which Way, Harder You Get, Invisible Light

Kylie Minogue – Aphrodite

Well you should know first that like Madonna… Kylie can do no wrong.  Aphrodite is a fantastic album, also produced by Stuart Price, that goes back to pure basic pop music.   This is what she does best, and if you like upbeat feel good music and you aren’t listening to Kylie then you are missing out big time.  This album reminds me of my trip to Europe back in 2002 when I first bought Kylie’s Light Years.   I remember being on a train from Milan to Barcelona listening to that album non-stop and just being so happy and excited… how could a vacation not be good when listening to Kylie.  Seriously you need to buy this shit… actually you need to buy Kylie’s last 5 albums.  They are all excellent.  This bitch better tour here again or else!

Stand out tracks:

All The Lovers, Get Outta My Way, Closer, Everything Is Beautiful, Aphrodite, Better Than Today

Miley Cyrus – Can’t Be Tamed

Yea I know… What the fuck is Nick mentioning this annoying bitch for?? right?   Well I kept hearing how her new album was pretty gay and dancey, so I checked out some tracks and it pains me to say that I actually enjoy some of her songs.  I know… get the cross out and hang me on it… (just make sure Madonna is singing in front of it… what!).   Anyways I don’t think I am going to become some big Miley fan, but I’ll give the little bitch credit for making some catchy songs… plus who doesn’t like a slut!

Stand out tracks:

Liberty Walk, Two More Lonely People, Permanent December

Benutty

Music Album – Janelle Monae’s The ArchAndroid (Suites II & III)
There’s no way a better album is going to come out this year. Janelle has taken music to a level it hasn’t been in a long time, creating a concept album and weaving within it a cohesive message of liberation, adventure, and love. The music finds inspiration in R&B funk like Outkast’s The Love Below with a good mix of upbeat, catchy songs and tender ballads. So good, I really can’t stop listening to it.

TV Season Finale – Brothers & Sisters
Ever the tearjerker, B&S brought the action this season with their finale. A lot of great new storylines were introduced right at the end while at the same time ending the boring ones they’ve been playing around with for a while. I don’t understand how everyone doesn’t watch this show because it is seriously one of the best out there! Hello it has everyone — the wife from Mrs. Doubtfire, Brenda from Six Feet Under, and Ally McBeal! And THREE gay characters!! Loves. Balthazar Getty is hot.

Music Video – Kylie Minogue’s All the Lovers
Um. So this officially came out on the last day of May, but huhhnns it’s so good. Considering her lackluster album art, Kylie needed a good video. And during a time in music when everyone is stressing out over who is copying who, she brings something fresh to her own style — an extravagantly gay style that has worked well for her for the past two decades. Anthill human orgy anyone? Can’t wait for the album.

D@2 Post – Lost and Found
I have to admit I really enjoyed setting up Shawnito on this one! It was definitely the funnest post for me to write. He sent me this picture and tried to tell me it was of Gary’s panties, but little did he know I would turn it back around on him! Fool/loves.

Nick

TV Character  – Brittany on Glee
Seriously though… she could be one of the greatest characters on TV ever.  I’m so glad that she is going to be a regular next season because we need to see more!  I’m also curious to see what sort of songs she is going to sing.

TV Finale – Lost
I know a lot of people were unhappy with the way Lost ended but I thought it was an amazing ending.  Sure a lot of questions were unanswered, but I think as we all re-watch the series there will be plenty of clues that can lead us to answer those questions ourselves.   The hyperlink above is a link to an article about what Lost is about… well it’s one persons view of it, but I like it… so yea.

iPhone App – Knocking Video
Easily the D@2 Crew’s favorite app of the month.   Benutty especially loved this app while he was visiting New York City.  Just look at this screen shot I took on my iPhone during one of his disgusting knocking sessions.

D@2 Post – Oh Boy!
Classic Gary Jr.  Gary Jr. and Benutty are obsessed with pooping in public, and this makes for a lot of good stories.

Gary Jr.

Commercial – Weber’s BBQ Dance Off
When this stupid commercial comes on, I totally groove out. I can’t help it. Weber made a summer classic. I want to BBQ!

Music – Persephone’s Bees – Paper Plane
Not my favorite band ever but for some reason I like this video and to me, music this month was lacking. I basically stuck to my old standards. This was the only new thing to add to it. Oh and a little Jóhann Jóhannsson too. His music is very quiet, 10 minute long diddies that fill up space and take you on journeys almost like Sigur Ros and the like. Love it. Oh cuz he’s Icelandic! Iceland makes the craziest musicians. Sorry Bjork.

TV – American Idol Finale
It was an awful finale and Lee was awful but so was Crystal. I only loved it because I won the Benutty Family Pool and took a cool $110 from them when they weren’t looking. Thanks for the victory! xoxo

D@2 Post - Dead Giveaway Outtakes
Died.

I’m so sorry that I’ve been silent for so long. You see, I went to the Russian River Valley for a weeklong spa vacay with Misha. It was so much fun. We drank too much wine and made way too many babies. Anyhoo, after that we headed right into the studio. I guess I forgot to tell you all that back in October Kylie’s people (Steve Anderson, thanks Stevie) caught wind of my Sweetums series. They were in Oakland for her first concert in the States and checking out the local talent. A boa and a Divine tribute later, Kylie was eating out of my well-manicured hand. Or…I was eating out of hers. She loved Sweetums and immediately offered me a recording contract on the Bubbles Devere label. Yyyyes. Hunnies is now famous.

The world premiere of my music video was awesome. Kylie showed up. Gaga was there. Oprah introduced me to my adoring fans. I wasn’t given enough tickets to invite the hunnies. Oopsies. So I sent my film crew to the Haus of Hunnies to record them on premiere night. Enjoy!