I hope all Metalbond readers, no matter who you are, or where you are, have a wonderful Pride! I moved to New York City in 1992, and I can’t even begin to describe to you how exciting it was for me to attend the annual Pride parade each June and to see men in leather!
Check out the pictures above, which I took in 2011, in which a shirtless leather man in chaps is participating. Just seeing him, and other guys like him, in the parade each year was so fucking exciting!
The wide spectrum of the fetish community in all its colors will be on display for all to see at Folsom Street East, which will return to NYC on Sunday, June 19, 2022.
The theme of the event is S.L.U.T.S. (Sex Love Unity Trust Safety):
After a three-year absence, Folsom Street East is returning and inviting participants to come “Outta The Dark And Into The Streets”— what will YOU be wearing?
Official FSE website here
Follow them on Twitter here
Also be sure to check out Rockbar NYC
There are several upcoming events at the NYC Eagle, including a benefit tomorrow afternoon (Sunday, May 15, 2022) for our LGBT brothers and sisters in Ukraine:
LEATHER MART NYC 2022
Sunday, May 15, 2 to 5 PM
BENEFIT: FULCRUM LGBT CENTER, LVIV UKRAINE
Host: Kenzo, Mr. Eagle NYC 2022
$20 Suggested Donation
Official Fulcrum LGBT site here
Also not to be missed:
Sunday, May 15, 5 to 8 PM
Monthly Social
Host: Michael Jeavons, Mr. Eagle NYC 2020
The Official NYC Eagle site is here
I just finished a fantastic book by Drew D. Kramer, “Twentieth Century Leatherman: An Argument, A History, A Love Story.”
Drew is a seasoned BDSM veteran who recounts his exploits at several legendary NYC establishments including the Mineshaft. There is some hot bondage, as well as lots of flogging and whipping. The story, lovingly told, takes place over several decades.
I was greatly moved by his book, and I hope the author writes another one soon! You can purchase ‘Twentieth Century Leatherman’ on Amazon. Highly recommended!
The filthy Pig has illuminated my Raison d’etre. It comes to me distressed, rigid, and overwrought, desiring only to be used.
During our timeless sessions, I observe Its angst, frustration, and tumult dissipate as calmness and serenity fill the vacuum. With each level of synergy; each extension cord lash, peck punch, nipple clamping, and stress position, the Pig draws closer to the elusive tranquility that It incessantly yearns for.
I am pleased to relieve the Pig of its affliction, as in the process, I temper my own despair.
—Commander
Metal would like to thank Commander for the text and pictures above. This NYC-based Master can be reached via RentMen, and also at Commander76484@gmail.com
Happy Pride, everyone! This is a photo flashback to New York City’s gay pride parade back in 1998. I marched with the men of GMSMA (Gay Male S/M Activists) as part of the leather contingent. I’m on the left.
The leather community has lost a kind-hearted Old Guard Master.
Mr. Bratman was a true bondage enthusiast who dished out plenty of restraints, discipline and protocol — and lots and lots of love. He grew up in Baltimore and lived in New York City and San Francisco before moving to North Carolina, where he frequently hosted play parties at his facility.
“He died peacefully of complications from his heart condition. He was alert and socially active up until the end,” wrote Dan in an email.
Richter says there will likely be a memorial in the fall.
I spent an entire week with Mr. Bratman in San Francisco back in the early 1990s. He took me out in public every day with a fresh mohawk and a VERY big collar. The picture of myself in front of my then-employer’s corporate headquarters that I posted recently, was taken by Mr. Bratman on that visit! Each night it was a different form of bondage. I’ll never forget those experiences.
I am sharing this with love and respect for Mr. Bratman. There will never be another like him.
— Metal, June 9, 2021
I marched with the men from GMSMA as part of the leather section in New York City’s gay pride parade back in 1997. Several of the men pictured are no longer with us.
