April 3, 2011

Colton Ford Gives Hope

By neverblendin

My wonderfully supportive Never Blend In brother Colton Ford has agreed to join my “Give ‘em Hope” Campaign and has promised a video contribution! Will you join the campaign and give hope to those who need it most?

MATERIAL HERE IS COPYRIGHTED AND SHOULD NOT BE REPRODUCED WITHOUT THE CORRECT AUTHORISATION.

THANK YOU FOR RESPECTING THIS.

COLTON FORD INTERVIEW EXTRACT:

You are entitled to be the person you are.  Your sexual orientation is a part of that entitlement.  It doesn’t make you good or bad, it just is a part of who you are.  Try to embrace it and forgive those that cannot.  Live your life fully, take good care of yourself, and in the process the people around you will be able to see the authenticity of you.

 



Colton Ford is the professional name of Glenn Soukesian, a former same-sex adult film star who has successfully transitioned to become a mainstream musician and actor. In his first mainstream film appearance, Ford appeared in the documentary film, Naked Fame (2004), which follows his journey from the world of adult films to mainstream club/dance music.


He released his first album, Tug of War, digitally in 2008, and…

…he was part of the True Colors Tour 2008 (an annual music tour created by American pop singer Cyndi Lauper to benefit the Human Rights Campaign and other organizations that provide support to the LGBT community and to the straight friends and family who love them, including PFLAG (Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays)) and the Matthew Shepard Foundation, as well as local organizations in cities where the concerts were held.

From 2007 to 2009, Ford played Sheriff Trout in TV series, The Lair.

Under the Covers (2009) is his second full-length album.

Self-proclaimed as “a work in progress”, Colton Ford/Glenn Soukesian currently resides in New York City.

Tug of War is the debut album by former adult film star Colton Ford.

Track listing

All songs written by Ford and DJ/producer Quentin Harris, unless noted otherwise.

  1. 1. “Ready” – 3:04
  2. 2. “You Ain’t Gonna Change” – 4:50
  3. 3. “Gotta Do” – 4:51
  4. 4. “That’s Me” – 3:32
  5. 5. “Bluntly Speaking” – 3:30
  6. 6. “The Way You Love Me” – 5:05
  7. 7. “You Get What You Want” – 4:59
  8. 8. “Tug of War (My Heart Won’t Let Go)” – 4:32
  9. 9. “Love Has Found a Way” – 4:14

10. “I’ll Be Alright” – 5:28

11. “Wait for Me” – 5:40

12. “Your Love Is Everything” (Ford, Denise Rich, Laythan Armor) – 6:09

Under the Covers is the second full-length album from Colton Ford

Track listing

  1. “Rock the Boat” (Aaliyah) interlude
  2. “With Every Heartbeat” (Robyn)
  3. “Losing My Religion” (R.E.M.)
  4. “Dreams” (Fleetwood Mac) interlude
  5. “It’s No Crime” (Babyface)
  6. “Trouble” (Britney Spears)
  7. “It Seems Like You’re Ready” (R. Kelly) interlude
  8. “Follow Me” (Aly-Us)
  9. “By Your Side” (Sade)

10. “Music Sounds Better with You” (Stardust) [Hot Tracks Re-Edit]

11. “It’s like That” (Mariah Carey) interlude

12. “No One” (Alicia Keys)

13. “Lithium” (Nirvana)

14. “What About Us?” (Brandy) interlude

15. “You Gonna Want Me” (Tiga)

16. “Show Me Love” (Robin S.)

17. “Out of Time” (Hall & Oates) interlude

18. “Ashes to Ashes” (Faith No More)

EXTRACT FROM NEVER BLEND IN


MATERIAL HERE IS COPYRIGHTED AND SHOULD NOT BE REPRODUCED WITHOUT THE CORRECT AUTHORISATION.

THANK YOU FOR RESPECTING THIS.

COLTON FORD INTERVIEW EXTRACT:

You are entitled to be the person you are.  Your sexual orientation is a part of that entitlement.  It doesn’t make you good or bad, it just is a part of who you are.  Try to embrace it and forgive those that cannot.  Live your life fully, take good care of yourself, and in the process the people around you will be able to see the authenticity of you.  If they are able, they will open themselves up to a new way of perceiving things, which is a great gift that you will have given them.  If they are not able, accept it and move on.  You can’t force anyone to change.  They have to want it.

I think more and more people are getting frustrated with what we are doing to ourselves, and are becoming more aware of the hypocrisy of it all.

THE FULL FRANK AND FASCINATING INTERVIEW WILL APPREAR IN NEVER BLEND IN LATER THIS YEAR.

http://www.myspace.com/coltonfordmusic

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colton_Ford

GET YOUR 2011 COLTON CALENDAR: http://neverblendin.wordpress.com/2010/12/06/colton-fords-2011-wall-calendar-reserve-your-copy-today/

 

About neverblendin

David Watters, a graduate of Napier University, Edinburgh, Trinity College of Music, London and the Institute of Education, University of London, has worked internationally within education and Educational Management for more than 20 years. He has taught extensively within many socially and culturally diverse settings; most recently as a Head of Performing Arts within Further Education. He is a personal and professional development associate with The Pacific Institute (www.pacificinstitute.co.uk), personal coach, freelance writer and founding member of NBI Associates. He is a writer on social equality issues, is a key player in the Equal Love Campaign UK and author of the forthcoming book, NEVER BLEND IN which features key voices from the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender community and which aims to inspire and encourage those who may lack self-esteem or who question their validity. David is currently promoting a youtube campaign"Give 'em Hope"and is asking individuals, couples and groups to make and share videos telling about the benefits of living with personal authenticity. He has shared a platform with Stuart Milk and Peter Tatchell and is a supporter of 17-24-30, The Trevor Project, Schools Out, The Terrence Higgins Trust, The Albert Kennedy Trust and numerous others. His background in arts and education, combined with a solid understanding of Cognitive Behavioural Strategies, and his passion for Equality Advocacy drive every aspect of his work as a personal development facilitator, motivational speaker and writer. View all posts by neverblendin
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