Baltimore Pride Festival SATURDAY

Jonny McGovern – Team Pimp


Gay pop superstar, TV personality, and nightlife legend, "Gay Pimp" Jonny McGovern blazed onto the New York scene in 2000 with his satirical mix of his character comedy and dirty gay hits and his fire continues to burn bright.

Jonny produced his debut album Dirty Gay Hits in collaboration with IDM producer, Secret Agent Gel. Together they crafted a collection of Gay Pimp themed songs such as Soccer Practice, Lookin’ Cute/Feelin’ Cute, and Hey Lil' Raver Boi.

Jonny then created a dirty gay teen pop style nightclub act with a bevy of soccer/raver boi dancers, a gay rapper, and fierce drag queens workin' the runway.

Jonny headlined all over Manhattan including Homocorps at the legendary CBGB's, Joe's Pub, Splash Bar NY, LUXX and opened for Peaches and Chicks on Speed at The Electro Clash Festival as well as at his own white hot parties such as Boys Gone Wild and The Rambles at The Park.

Marlowe

R&B Music: Luther Vandross, Brian McKnight, Maxwell, David Peaston, etc

Pop Music: Justin Timberlake, Sting, Maroon 5, etc

Latin Music: Rick Martin, Enrique Eglasious and Mark Anthony, etc

Gospel Music: Michael Speaks and Jasper Street

Reggae Music: Various Artist

Motown Music: Lenny Williams, Marvin Gaye, Smokey Robinson, Temptations, Four Tops, etc

House and Club Music: Colonel Abrahms, Peter Godwin, MOR, etc

http://www.marlowerainbow.com/

K.C. Sullivan


K.C. Sullivan" a native of Columbia, Maryland known for her classic soulful, pop/ r&b appeal also is a talented dancer, choreographer, model and actress.

Currently her career has expanded from background vocals for artists such as Aretha Franklin, Lil' Mo and performed along side acts such as Harlem X and Holloway. K.C. won best female vocalist representing the DMV area for the 'This Christmas Singing Competition", sponsored by entertainer/singer Chris Brown where she performed on BET's 106 & Park. She has been interviewed by WPCG 95.5, of Washington DC and Rod T. Murray, Hip Hop Connection, Voice of America radio broadcasting.

She has countless awards to include being a recipient of the Maryland Distinguished Scholar in Arts, performed for Baltimore's Back to School Kick Off 2007, Baltimore's Stone Soul Picnic 2007 and headlined "The Show" a concert event showcasing a compilation of musical and artistic talent, held at the Center Stage in Baltimore, Maryland. She has made several appearances in the surrounding DMV area to include, The Latin Palace, The Five Seasons (Sponsored by Crown Baltimore), The Belvedere Hotel, Baltimore's Stone Soul Picnic and Ra Dashen as well as The Mahagony Lounge of Washington, DC.

Her acting credits extend from working with greats such as Clifton Powell, Jackee Harry, Tatiyana Ali (Fresh Prince of Bel Air) award winning recording artist, Shirley Murdock, Musiq and Ralf Tresvant. KC is signed to 3rd Street Records .Her single due to be released summer of '08.

www.myspace.com/kcsullivansings

Odd Girl Out


The DIY ethic of punk rock; the melodic character of pop rock; the rhythmic quality of hard rock: throw them in a blender with a bunch of girls, and that's what you get with Odd Girl Out, Baltimore's premiere all-female, all-lesbian powerpop/rock band.

OGO is Tawni on lead vocals, Bethany Petr on drums and vocals, Eva Blackmer on bass guitar and vocals, and Selena Benally on guitar and vocals.

Shawnna


Shawnna Alexander is Baltimore's reigning Queen of Comedy, and Matron of Benefits. For many years, she has been making audiences laugh with her crazy costumes and dramatic performances. Being very active in the community, Shawnna is a member of C.O.M.M.A.N.D., and also does charity work for a number of other local groups.

Her catch phrase "Put Yer Hands TOGETHERRRRR" has been heard for a number of years on the main stage of Baltimore Pride, and she is thrilled to be returning again as the host.

Eddie Xavier


EDDIE XAVIER, Baltimore's own clubkid/performance artist/film director and socialcelebrity has been a presence within the Baltimore scene for more then a decade.

Currently working on his 3rd film he has amassed a very devoted cult following internationally. His films "Eddie Xavier, Boy from the Moon" and the very successful "Xavier, Vampyre of Charm City" has made him a film director and actor with a very "unique" point of view.

He mixes the serious, insane and avante-garde to entertain his crowds. A mix of pop, punk and comedy/horror as a performance artist he tends to mesmorize an audience.

To find out more about the enigmatic director check out- www.plasticlemonspictures.com

FUSION Dance Team


FUSION Dance Team is a hip hop dance company located in the Baltimore , MD area.

Our team is named FUSION because we represent a diverse group of individuals. Every crowd that we perform for always gives us the most positive feedback.

Since 2002, FUSION has performed at clubs, bars and festivals in the Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Delaware and Washington, DC areas.

We are not just another group of people who like to dance, we are an established organization that is reputable in the dance community and in the city of Baltimore .

Please visit our myspace page (myspace.com/fusiondanceteam) for more information.

Wicked Jezabel


Wicked Jezabel, is Washington DC's 2007 WAMA award winning all female party band (est. Oct 2004).

This band dynamically delivers retro party hits from all of the partying decades to the whole Mid Atlantic!. With 60's Motown, 70's Disco, classic rock, the wicked 80's, to the grungy/techno 90's with a "tad" of today, Wicked Jezabel delivers the party atmosphere required to ensure the best time anywhere.

At the same time, they show that they are more than 'just a band' by supporting the local animal rescue community as well as other important causes! "

www.wickedjezabel.com

Tatiyanna Voche'


Tatiyanna Voche' - Miss Gay Maryland America 2008, is thrilled to be back again this year entertaining Saturday and Sunday.

Recently crowned Miss Gay Maryland America 2008 she moves onto competing for Miss Gay America in Missouri this coming October.

You can see her every Friday at Club Hippo here in Baltimore or check out her website for more information, upcoming appearences and benefit shows to help her on the road to Miss Gay America.

www.myspace.com/tatiyannavoche

Veronica Wynters


Veronica Wynters is the current reigning Miss Hippo 2008. Veronica has been performing in the Baltimore area for the over the last four years.

She can be seen performing regularly on Fridays at Club Hippo, and is excited to have the opportunity to perform at pride and looks forward to entertaining for everyone.

I would like to personally wish everyone a FABULOUS and SAFE pride, and always be proud of who you are everyday.

www.myspace.com/wynnters

Danielle Revlon


Miss DC International Plus

Miss Dragathon 2008

Danielle Revlon is known to a wide variety of audiences as a talented, sweet, hard working, and professional individual.

Danielle Revlon is the CEO of Dannie Productions. It is a production company that mix and produce music for entertainers throughout the United States.

Danielle knew from a young age that she was born for the stage. She first began in the field of Female Impersonation 3 years ago, in Baltimore, Maryland. Within these 3 years, Danielle has been requested to perform at a variety of pageants and events throughout the eastern USA Coast, while still maintaining a healthy and busy work schedule. She obtained the title of Ms. Dragathon 2008 at Club Hippo on December 14, 2007, against 12 other qualified contestants.

Noticing her talents and potential, the newly crowned Mr. USA Classique, Xavier Cole invested in an International Plus prelim and appointed Danielle Revlon as, Miss DC International Plus 2008.

Sue Nami


Sue Nami is one talented performer. Currently she is Miss Gay Central Maryland 2008, First Alternate to Miss Gay Maryland America 2008, and Miss Deer Park Newcomer 2008. She is on her way to Miss Gay America in St Louis Missouri in October. You can find her performing at the Hippo, Club Phoenex, Club Bunns, and Deer Park Lodge.

For more information about Sue Nami's upcoming shows and benefits, please go to www.missgaymaryland.com or www.myspace.com/suenami2008