Holly Johnson
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Queerguru’s David Allen reports from BRIGHTON PRIDE 2026 the largest event of its kind in the UK
My first Brighton Pride was in 2003. Then, the parade was largely comprised of local groups and LGBTQ+ organisations. Afterwards, you could just walk in (and out of) the park at will; maybe with a picnic, and your dogs and kids (if you had any), browse the community stalls, and simply exist in the majority…
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Queerguru previews THE HOLLY JOHNSON STORY a new Exhibit at the Museum of LIverpool that explores the life of the iconic queer singer
The iconic queer singer Holly Johnson who will inevitably always be remembered for his classic hit Relax (that the BBC banned for its suggestive lyrics) is having another well deserved moment in the sun, thanks to the Museum of Liverpool. Last September they opened a very wonderful comprehensive exhibit The Holly Johnson Story explores…
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Holly Johnson says RELAX : 40 Years On.
The queer British singer/songwriter Holly Johnson adopted his name when he was aged 14 after being inspired by actress Holly Woodlawn, a friend of Andy Warhol. Sort of gives a clue to the life of the lead vocalist of Frankie Goes to Hollywood, that three No 1 singles in the 1980’s that included ‘Relax’ which also…
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From 1999 : DISCO HEAVEN : Holly Johnson’s tribute to all his friends he lost to AIDS
Back in 1999 Frankie Goes To Hollywood singer Holly Johnson released DISCO HEAVEN a heartfelt tribute to all the friends he had lost to AIDS. At the time Johnson told The Guardian It’s a song about remembering in a positive way your friends that aren’t here any more. You know they’re all there…
