In this three-part special, we're sitting down with Niki Haris & Donna De Lory - legendary vocalists, Madonna collaborators and pop culture figures.With over 30 years of friendship, Donna De Lory and Niki Haris share a profound musical and spiritual connection. They wowed audiences for nearly 15 years backing Madonna on countless tours - Who's That Girl, Blond Ambition, Girlie Show, Reinvention, Confessions - music videos - Vogue, Music - iconic award show performances - Grammys, VMA's - and countless studio album recordings - Like A Prayer, I'm Breathless, Erotica, Bedtime Stories, Ray Of Light.They will forever be remembered for their pivotal roles in the groundbreaking documentary, 'Truth Or Dare'.Both have released chart-topping solo projects, and now their reunion as Niki + Donna brings forth fresh new music releases, including their latest collaborations with fellow Madonna collaborator, the Grammy winning DJ Tracy Young. On part one of our chat, we start with their new music before rewinding back to their first auditions for Madonna. Their first impressions of the Queen Of Pop and then stepping out onto the biggest stage in the world at the time - the phenomenal Who's That Girl tour.Follow @90sGAY on Instagram and be sure to subscribe right here for future episodes. More iconic guests and untold stories to come!

In this three-part special, we're sitting down with pop music icon Darren Hayes to talk about his stunning new autobiography, 'Unlovable'.As lead singer and songwriter of Savage Garden and iconic solo artist, Darren Hayes has sold over 30 million albums, achieved two US Billboard number one singles, won 14 ARIAs, 10 APRA songwriting awards and in 2019 received an award in the Order of Australia by the late Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II for services to the music industry. Darren has performed at the Royal Albert Hall, Sydney Opera House and Radio City Music Hall. He has duetted with Pavarotti, appeared at the closing ceremony of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games and twice headlined the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras. On the conclusion of our chat, Darren opens up like never before. A story of resilience, reinvention, and radical visibility.The homophobic music industry politics he faced as a pop star - both in and out of the closet. His insider view at the way his record label treated Ricky Martin and George Michael, and what it really meant for Darren to go solo.From being forced to play straight on screen, to celebrating queer love in his latest music videos.Plus, the 2000 Olympics, Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras, and how far we've come - or haven’t.Follow @90sGAY on Instagram and be sure to subscribe right here for future episodes. More iconic guests and untold stories to come!

In this three-part special, we're sitting down with pop music icon Darren Hayes to talk about his stunning new autobiography, 'Unlovable'.

As lead singer and songwriter of Savage Garden and iconic solo artist, Darren Hayes has sold over 30 million albums, achieved two US Billboard number one singles, won 14 ARIAs, 10 APRA songwriting awards and in 2019 received an award in the Order of Australia by the late Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II for services to the music industry.

Darren has performed at the Royal Albert Hall, Sydney Opera House and Radio City Music Hall. He has duetted with Pavarotti, appeared at the closing ceremony of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games and twice headlined the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras.

On this second part of our chat, Darren takes us through how Savage Garden broke big in America, and then details their bitter end.

And yes, we go there: the homophobic music industry politics he faced as a pop star - both in and out of the closet. His insider view at the way his record label treated Ricky Martin and George Michael, and what it really meant for Darren to go solo.

Follow us on Instagram @90sGAY and be sure to subscribe for the next episode where we ask Darren about singing pro-gay lyrics on stage at the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, and his experience headlining Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras twice: once while in the closet and once as a free man.

In this three-part special, we're sitting down with pop music icon Darren Hayes to talk about his stunning new autobiography, 'Unlovable'.As lead singer and songwriter of Savage Garden and iconic solo artist, Darren Hayes has sold over 30 million albums, achieved two US Billboard number one singles, won 14 ARIAs, 10 APRA songwriting awards and in 2019 received an award in the Order of Australia by the late Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II for services to the music industry. Darren has performed at the Royal Albert Hall, Sydney Opera House and Radio City Music Hall. He has duetted with Pavarotti, appeared at the closing ceremony of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games and twice headlined the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras. On this first part of our chat, we ask why now was the right time for Darren to tell his story, what he hopes queer readers will take away, and how therapy, pop stardom, and icons like Madonna and Michael Jackson shaped his journey.Follow us on Instagram @90sGAY and be sure to subscribe for upcoming episodes where Darren takes us through how Savage Garden broke big in America, their bitter end, and the homophobic music industry politics he faced as a pop star - both in and out of the closet.

We chat with Mike Ruiz - one of the world’s leading photographers and a TV star in his own right.

He’s shot iconic images with everyone from Beyonce to Dolly Parton. Fashion icons like Iman and Tyra. Pop culture royalty like Kim Kardashian and JLo. His work graces the pages Vanity Fair and Vogue.

On this third part of our chat, we start with Mike's countless collaborations with iconic rock star, Prince. Shooting at his infamous Minneapolis compound Paisley Park, Mike captured images for magazine covers and spreads, single and album artwork, and tour posters.

Mike recounts incredible moments spent with the music legend, including the time Prince treated Mike to a private show, and the time he brought him on stage at Madison Square Garden.

Mike also discusses who he'd like to shoot next, his incredible fitness and workout regime, and his reputation for being kind and inclusive - something that goes against the stereotype of the fashion and beauty industry.

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We chat with Mike Ruiz - one of the world’s leading photographers and a TV star in his own right.He’s shot iconic images with everyone from Beyonce to Dolly Parton. Fashion icons like Iman and Tyra. Pop culture royalty like Kim Kardashian and JLo. His work graces the pages Vanity Fair and Vogue. On this second part of our chat, we start with Mike's decades long friendship and creative partnership with RuPaul, dating back to the 90's.After first meeting on a music video set in 1997, Mike went on to shoot images, album covers and campaigns for the drag superstar. Mike directed RuPaul's 2007 hit film Starrbooty - which played to sold out film festival audiences all over the world. He also directed music videos for Ru, and then stood by his side on challenges and as a judge on countless episodes of RuPaul's Drag Race.Mike also discusses his life on other reality shows - judging America's Next Top Model, and starring on The A List: New York and Kathy Griffin's My Life On The D List - plus his aspirations for his next TV venture. Follow us on Instagram @90sGAY and be sure to subscribe to the podcast for the next episode where Mike talks about his legendary collaborations with Prince.

We chat with Mike Ruiz - one of the world’s leading photographers and a TV star in his own right.

He’s shot iconic images with everyone from Beyonce to Dolly Parton. Fashion icons like Iman and Tyra. Pop culture royalty like Kim Kardashian and JLo. His work graces the pages Vanity Fair and Vogue. 

A familiar face to reality TV fans, Mike’s been a judge on America’s Next Top Model and RuPaul’s Drag Race, along with starring on Kathy Griffin’s My Life On The D List and his own reality series The A List: New York. 

On this first episode, we start with Mike's most recent work - shooting the comeback of the legendary Vanessa Williams.

Before we head back in time to hear about his childhood as a young gay boy who literally dreamed his fabulous life into existence, along with his early work in front of the camera. Follow us on Instagram @90sGAY and be sure to subscribe to the podcast for upcoming episodes where Mike talks about his legendary collaborations with RuPaul and Prince.

We chat with legendary director and choreographer Vincent Paterson - the man responsible for the most iconic moments from Madonna and Michael Jackson. On this episode Vincent talks about his work on the big screen. We get his insight into working with the iconic pairing of Robin Williams and Nathan Lane in ‘The Birdcage’. Not only was this film a box office smash, but it also provided some groundbreaking representation. This was a mainstream 90's Hollywood film with a gay couple as the two lead characters. We also find out all that went into the creation of the film’s legendary dance scene. “you do Fosse, Fosse, Fosse! you do Martha Graham, Martha Graham, Martha Graham!”Vincent reunites with Madonna, as he choreographs the biggest movie role of her career - the film adaptation of ‘Evita’. Hear all about her tireless transformation into Eva Perón.We also hear Vincent’s thoughts on the upcoming Michael Jackson and Madonna biopics.Vincent's autobiography Icons & Instincts is available now.Follow us on Instagram @90sGAY and be sure to check out the previous 2 episodes where we chat to Vincent about his legendary collaborations with Michael Jackson and Madonna.

We continue our chat with legendary director and choreographer Vincent Paterson - the man responsible for the most iconic moments from Madonna and Michael Jackson. 

On this episode Vincent talks about his years working with Madonna. We discuss the controversial Pepsi commercial that the Vatican successfully banned. The music videos for Express Yourself and Vogue. The legendary Marie Antoinette-inspired performance of Vogue from the MTV VMAs - and the secret second time this piece was performed. The Academy Awards performance of Sooner Or Later, and her date that night - Michael Jackson. The groundbreaking Blond Ambition tour, and the documentary that captured it, Truth Or Dare. 

Vincent's autobiography Icons & Instincts is available now. 

Follow us on Instagram @90sGAY and stay tuned for the next episode, where we chat with Vincent about his work in film - including his legendary collaboration with Robin Williams on The Birdcage.

We chat with legendary director and choreographer Vincent Paterson - the man responsible for the most iconic moments from Madonna and Michael Jackson.

On this episode Vincent talks about his entrance into the industry working with Michael Jackson. We discuss the Beat It, Thriller and Black Or White music videos. Revolutionising the Super Bowl half time show. Vincent's creation of Smooth Criminal and the secret behind Michael's iconic lean. The importance of credit and recognition and the newly formed Choreographers Guild.

Vincent's autobiography Icons & Instincts is available now.

Follow us on Instagram @90sGAY and stay tuned for the next episode, where we chat with Vincent about his work with Madonna.