Summer Glam 2012 Photo Album featuring Erica Cobb, Goddess Duane, Andrew Christian and the Andrew Christian underwear models!

Click here to read Erica Cobb's recap of Summer Glam 2012 and just scroll on down to enjoy lots and lots of pics from the event featuring Deborah Cox, Andrew Christian, Jason Dottley, Goddess Duane and much, much more!

DJ BEDZ and Erica Cobb

Pride Party: Summer Glam 2012 Recap!

by Erica Cobb

Hey everyone!!  

What an AMAZING weekend.  As many of you know I have been working on this concept Summer Glam, a PRIDE party, for quite some time now.  

This year we brought in the lovely and talented Deborah Cox and she brought the house down!  

Because of the success of this event I’m very excited to move on to phase II, as Friday evening was far bigger than one night or one city  So before I take off for Chicago PRIDE I want to share some highlights from this event with you…




The weekend kicked off with an interview at The Four Season’s Pool Party with Deborah Cox, Thursday night,  about what to expect for her Summer Glam performance (ABOVE).  DJ Bedz (Official DJ of Denver Nuggets and Summer Glam) was spinning and conveniently  started playing Deborah’s hit “Nobody’s Supposed to Be Here,” to which set the tone for the whole weekend, unpredictable and fun.

Then it was show time…  Friday night Summer Glam kicked off with a crowd warm-up by emcee Goddess Duane and then Drag performances by our fabulous Denver Queens: Kiera Sexton, Venus Sexton, Sushi Chan, Shanida Lawya and Angelina Essex!  And then it was time to introduce our guest emcee Real World: New Orleans star Danny Roberts!  Danny reminded us of the timeliness of his appearance because “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” has since been repealed.  (You’ll remember Danny made headlines because his military boyfriend during his Real World filming had to be blurred out because of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.”) Then it was the Andrew Christian underwear model fashion show, followed by Sordid Lives Star and Pop Prince, Jason Dottley‘s performance with a special appearance by BassTramp (Above: look for them at St. Pete’s PRIDE).

Then it was all about Deborah and her LIVE performance was amazing.  The woman sang LIVE the entire time, danced and worked the crowd.  She look fabulous and performed flawlessly.  And if her planned performance wasn’t enough, she did an impromptu encore of “I Will Always Love You”… ACAPELLA (To watch click link or pic ABOVE)!!  What a way to wrap up this much anticipated and talked about event!!

Summer Glam is happy to have donated to the following LGBT charities: POINT Foundation (on behalf of Danny Roberts) which provides financial support, mentoring, leadership training and hope to meritorious students who are marginalized due to sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
As well as Turner Foundation (on behalf of Corky’s Pool Party) whose mission is to support the performing arts and to ensure the continuation of live theatre and music and the education of theatre and music for the benefit of the present and the future.

Thank you to our following sponsors and friends for your support: MileHighGayGuy.com, 95.7 The Party, Max Muscle Colorado, OUT in the city, Pulse Magazine Denver, DJ Beth Kanai, DKH Creative, Cameron Walker Interactive Designs , Top Her Couture , Four Seasons Denver , The Curtis Hotel, Decor ‘N More and Ultimate Limousine Company! 

Much love, respect and appreciation to all of you and to everyone who attended and supported! Until next time…  All my love…

This post originally appeared on EricaCobb.com. Republished with permission.

Things to do in Denver when you're gay: Summer Glam with Deborah Cox, Andrew Christian and much, much more!

You wanted her? You got her!

Summer Glam featuring Deborah Cox kicks off Denver Pride 2012 on Friday, June 15 at The Ogden Theatre and tickets are on sale now!

In addition to the divalicious Deborah Cox there will also be DJ Bedz, drag shows , and a fashion show from Andrew Christian (you know that's gonna be hot, hot, hot!).

So get your tickets now and mark your calendars because this is one Pride event you don't want to miss!

Andrew Christian in Denver and on MileHighGayGuy

Andrew Christian is in Denver tonight for Summer Glam's Underwear Fashion Show.

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Summer Glam 2012: A conversation with Andrew Christian

By Drew Wilson

Andrew Christian is the emperor of underwear, the sultan of skivvies, the chief of chonies! You probably own at least one pair of his manties, you've definitely seen his sexy video series - banned from YouTube so you know they're good - and now you can meet him in person at Summer Glam on Friday, June 15.

He'll be here in Denver to oversee the Andrew Christian Fashion Show portion of the night's entertainment so I gave him a call so I could find out everything I could about his underwear. That came out wrong but you know what I mean.

Andrew Christian and friends

Drew: So Mr. Christian, you're going to be here in the Mile High City on Friday for Summer Glam.

Andrew Christian: Yeah, gonna be doing a fashion show. An Andrew Christian fashion show, of course. We'll be featuring mostly underwear with a little bit of other stuff tossed in. Pretty much everything from my new spring/summer collection.

So what's new and exciting for spring/summer in the world of mens underwear?

Lots of color. I’ve introduced tons of new colors to my collection for spring and I’ve gotten a lot of positive feedback. People are loving the colors. This past weekend for LA Pride everybody was in my boutique in West Hollywood snapping up everything in colors. We sold, like, so much.

One thing I want to get out of the way right off is I have to congratulate you on both the success and the sexiness of the new Andrew Christian underwear videos you guys have been doing. I think it's great that you guys are not shy about targeting the gay consumer plus they are hot, hot, hot!

Thanks, I’m really happy with how successful the videos have been. My team and I are a real think tank and we love tossing around ideas and putting together the videos. Gay men are a large part of our audience and we don't shy away from it.

What's it like being a famous underwear designer? Did such a thing even exist before Andrew Christian? I mean, before you there was, like, Fruit of the Loom and Hanes and nothing else. 

Yeah, before me it was all pretty basic. It's good, you know? It's really cool that I can inspire young people. Sometimes I do events and I'll talk to young people who say, 'Oh my God, I want to be a designer just like you!' So it's kind of cool to know you can be a kind of role model to people.

Very important question. As an underwear expert, what do you know about underwear that we don't?
Well, the most important thing is obviously the fit. When I’m designing underwear I go through countless fittings before I release an item for production. Even an 1/8^th of an inch off and I‘m changing it.

Andrew Christian Almost Naked Briefs (Purple)

What kind of underwear would you say are most popular? It seems like briefs went away for a long time but now are back in kind of a big way.

You know, it really depends. I’d say that maybe briefs are gaining the most popularity right now.

And what kind of underwear are you wearing right now?

I’m wearing the Andrew Christian Almost Naked Brief in the new, uh …

I can hear you looking at your underwear.

(laughing)… Yeah, in the new purple color.

What's your message for readers of MileHighGayGuy.com?

Come out to see the fashion show and help support pride and the diversity of the LGBT community. It’ll be an awesome night. 

Summer Glam featuring Deborah Cox takes place on Friday, June 15 at The Ogden Theatre and tickets are on sale now! In addition to the divalicious Deborah Cox there will also be DJ Bedz, drag shows , and a fashion show from Andrew Christian (you know that's gonna be hot, hot, hot!). So get your tickets now and mark your calendars because this is one event you don't want to miss!  

Pride Summer Glam 2012: A conversation with Goddess Duane

by Drew Wilson

You know the Goddess Duane from the long running show TUCKED at Charlie's, appearances on TV and radio, and for winning the OUTStanding Award for Person the Gays Love To Hate. And this Friday, June 15 the divine Goddess Duane will be putting all of those skills and talents to work as the emcee of Summer Glam 2012 featuring Deborah Cox, Jason Dottley, Danny Roberts, Andrew Christian and a slew of Denver's hottest models, drag queens and performers.

Goddes Duane - the one you love to hate!

 Drew: In a nushell, what would you say we can expect from Summer Glam?
Goddess Duane: Denver is going to get an amazing show with Summer Glam. Its a break from the routine bar scene that we all see every year at Pride and people don't have to wait for Sunday's main stage to see one of the most fabulous collections of big name talent. This is going to be epic and will set a new standard for what to expect for Pride.

Why is a Goddess better than a Drag Queen?
A drag queen, although fabulous and a step above regular humans is still just that. A human. A Goddess surpasses all human royalty and is a force to be reckoned with. To be a Goddess one must be kind but also prepared to slap a bitch down if needed.

If you could murder somebody and not get caught, would you do it and who would it be?
I would never kill anyone regardless of whether or not I got caught. I believe in making people suffer over and over again as a form of punishment and making them wish they were dead.

Andrew Christian - the one you love to love

Underwear designer Andrew Christian will be at Summer Glam to oversee a fashion show of some of his latest designs. What do you think of his stuff?
I love Andrew Christian and his underwear. Who wouldn't? I did tell him last time I saw him he needed to come up with a design for the more full figured gay and even gave him permission to use me as a Muse.

Why should readers of MileHighGayGuy.com come out to SummerGlam this Friday?
Anyone who wants the details and info for the greatest haps in Denver subscribes to MileHighGayGuy so he has to have the best and hippest readers in the world. Of course they'll come.

Summer Glam featuring Deborah Cox takes place on Friday, June 15 at The Ogden Theatre and tickets are on sale now! In addition to the divalicious Deborah Cox there will also be DJ Bedz, drag shows , and a fashion show from Andrew Christian (you know that's gonna be hot, hot, hot!). So get your tickets now and mark your calendars because this is one event you don't want to miss! 

Pride Summer Glam 2012: A conversation with the beautiful and talented Erica Cobb

Erica Cobb

Chicago native Erica Cobb has only been in Denver for a few years but she's already made a big splash as a TV and radio personality and noted straight ally of the gay community. 

This Friday, June 15 she'll present Summer Glam 2012 - a Pride concert and celebration featuring diva Deborah Cox, underwear king Andrew Christian (and lots of hot, half-naked models), MTV's Danny Roberts, actor/musician Jason Dottley and a host of Denver drag queens and entertainers.


I had the chance to chat with Erica recently and here's what she had to say about Summer Glam, Denver's gay community, and banana hammocks.


Drew: How did Summer Glam come about?
Summer Glam came about originally because I was going through some career transitions and didn't know how much longer I'd remain in Denver.  It was actually just some chatter over a pretty fabulous lunch meeting that I should throw this party for the LGBT community who supported me so much over the years as a last hurrah type thing.

I NEVER envisioned securing Deborah Cox to come and perform and having such amazing supporting talent with Sordid Lives star and Pop Prince Jason Dottley, Real World New Orleans' Danny Roberts, the Andrew Christian fashion show and all of my fabulous drag queens and emcees Goddess Duane, Kiera Sexton, Venus Sexton, Sushi Chan, Shanida Lawya and Angelina Essex.  It's become like a fabulously flamboyant America's Got Talent: Denver Edition!

Members of Denver's gay community have been trying to get Deborah Cox to come here for years with Facebook petitions and things. How did you accomplish it?
Well, if I'm out of pocket for periods of time my friends know how to get me so I channeled that thought and CALLED HER HUSBAND!!  LOL, no seriously, her husband manages her and we had a great conversation.  At the end of the conversation he said to me "Erica, whether this works out or not, I think this is a really great thing you're trying to do."  That lit a fire in me and I thought, we HAVE to get this done!

Then everything started falling into place with investors, the media backing from Clear Channel and 95.7 The Party and the community enthusiasm and support.  It just seemed like all things were possible.  At the end of the day they are!

You've got an Andrew Christian underwear fashion show planned. What kind of underwear do you prefer on a man - boxers, briefs, or something else entirely?
I'm gonna go with a banana hammock that reads "make my day" ;) ... No seriously, definitely briefs it's always best to go "Beckham-esque!"

How would you describe your relationship with Denver's gay community?
I would like to think it's one of mutual respect and family.  I don't believe that family is 100% made up of people you are blood related to.  After relocating to Denver, I realized that I needed to have family here.  My husband and I felt so welcomed by the community that it was just a natural fit.

What's your message for readers of MileHighGayGuy.com?
I really hope that Summer Glam is an event that is an annual thing here in Denver.  PRIDE is like Christmas to me and to have another party that celebrates such a fabulous weekend is like a crazy dream.  This event on Friday will be about fun, celebration and togetherness.  I can't wait to see you all there!

Anything else you'd like to say?
Who's to say this can't happen again? Denver you have a voice, ask and you may receive! Who would you like to bring to Denver next?

Summer Glam featuring Deborah Cox takes place on Friday, June 15 at The Ogden Theatre and tickets are on sale now! In addition to the divalicious Deborah Cox there will also be DJ Bedz, drag shows , and a fashion show from Andrew Christian (you know that's gonna be hot, hot, hot!). So get your tickets now and mark your calendars because this is one event you don't want to miss!

Summer Glam 2012: Deborah Cox - Nobody's Supposed To Be Here

Here's a little taste of Ms. Deborah Cox to get you in the mood for Summer Glam 2012 this Friday, June 15 at The Ogden Theatre.

Summer Glam 2012: Meet Goddess Duane!

Appearing this Friday, June 15 at Summer Glam 2012, Goddess Duane got his start on the Alice 105.9 radio morning show when he competed in a weight loss competition. When introduced to the audience he was called Queen and had to correct the DJ and proclaim that he surpassed human royalty and was therefore a Goddess. 

From radio he has done national and local television, a web show called The G-SPOT, wrote an advice column, one short Indie Film, and emceed many shows (charitable and otherwise). For almost two years he has produced and emceed the most irreverent show in Denver… TUCKED, which just won the award for OUTstanding Show in Denver… at Charlie’s Denver. He also snagged the award for OUTstanding Person the Gays Love To Hate, of which he is most proud.

Gay Pride Month in Denver just got hot! Summer Glam with Deborah Cox

You wanted her? You got her!

Summer Glam featuring Deborah Cox takes place on Friday, June 15 at The Ogden Theatre and tickets are on sale now!

In addition to the divalicious Deborah Cox there will also be DJ Bedz, drag shows , and a fashion show from Andrew Christian (you know that's gonna be hot, hot, hot!).

So get your tickets now and mark your calendars because this is one event you don't want to miss!

Gay Pride Month: Summer Glam featuring Jason Dottley

Jason Dottley is frickin' cute, frickin' talented, and he's gonna be at frickin' Summer Glam with Deborah Cox on Friday, June 15. Don't miss it!

Gay Pride Month 2012: Little Danny Roberts is all grown up and coming to Summer Glam!

I know all y'all of a certain age remember little Danny Roberts! Well, he's all grown up, looking good as ever, and he'll be coming to Denver on June 15 for Summer Glam along with Deborah Cox, Andrew Christian and a whole slew of local and national celebrities.

Danny Roberts is best known for appearing on The Real World: New Orleans way back in 2000 and even made AfterElton.com's list of The Top 15 Favorite Gay Reality Stars.

Danny was famously in a relationship with a US Army captain but because of the U.S. Military "Don't ask, don't tell" policy toward homosexuals, Danny's partner's face was obscured on TV and much national attention was brought to the issue. Danny remains an advocate for LGBT rights and issues.

Summer Glam 2012: Deborah Cox, Andrew Christian and much, much more!

You wanted her? You got her!

Summer Glam featuring Deborah Cox kicks off Denver Pride 2012 on Friday, June 15 at The Ogden Theatre and tickets are on sale now!

In addition to the divalicious Deborah Cox there will also be DJ Bedz, drag shows , and a fashion show from Andrew Christian (you know that's gonna be hot, hot, hot!).

So get your tickets now and mark your calendars because this is one Pride event you don't want to miss!

Cox-Blocked No Longer! Deborah Cox Comes to Summer Glam for Denver PRIDE!

Brought to you by Erica Cobb and Summer Glam, R&B Diva Deborah Cox finally comes to Denver to perform for the very fans that relentlessly campaigned to bring her to The Mile High City for Gay PRIDE weekend!

Denver Pride 2012: Summer Glam featuring Deborah Cox!

You wanted her? You got her!

Summer Glam featuring Deborah Cox kicks off Denver Pride 2012 on Friday, June 15 at The Ogden Theatre and tickets are on sale now!

In addition to the divalicious Deborah Cox there will also be DJ Bedz, drag shows , and a fashion show from Andrew Christian (you know that's gonna be hot, hot, hot!).

So get your tickets now and mark your calendars because this is one Pride event you don't want to miss!