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FROM THE ARCHIVE, 3 APRIL 1945: GAY SAILOR GO ON LEAVE
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IS TROYE SIVAN’S ‘RH’ SEXY FUN OR GAY DETR?
Scissor Sisters - “Let's Have A Kiki” While the Scissor Sisters have had a number of dance hs whose mpy style was adored by gay dienc, "Let’s Have A Kiki" solidified them as song was released jt time to be played at every pri event of 2012.
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