Nipple Play: Upgrade your sex life
Do you think nipples are a useless part of the male anatomy? Just for aesthetics? Wrong: nipples are one of
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Bent Shop’s HUGE sale!
Tis the season – to grab great bargains! With the festive season firmly behind us, it’s time to shift the
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Bent USA – I Hope My Mother Doesn’t Read This
Greg Scarnici is an American comedic artist and musician whose music video and commercial parodies have been viewed over 10
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‘Condom Week’
Terrence Higgins Trust has launched Condom Week, which aims to increase condom usage in men who have sex with
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Book – Mulholland Meat
Hollywood, Thursday 24 September 1953—the star-studded West Coast premiere of The Robe, the world’s first Cinemascope epic, lights up
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What are your biggest turn offs?
by Terry Gee Arthus and Nico are a French couple who have opened up their lives to their many followers
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Gay Porn on YouTube!
by Terry Gee Seriously; there is gay porn on YouTube! We were doing our usually troll around the internet when this
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Your Parents Know You’re Gay
by Terry Gee We all have a coming out story. Some are sad, some are emotional and some
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Sex, fetish and dancing… Hotwired is back!
by Terry Gee Get your leather and rubber outfits ready as one of the biggest fetish events in Europe returns
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Rules of the Sauna
OK, we’ve taken that first step and entered the sauna, you know, the one everyone told you about, the
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Get Your Hard On!
by Terry Gee International porn star Hans Berlin will be performing at infamous fetish club Hard On next weekend.
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Fetish Week London
By Terry Gee Fifteen years ago, Phillip Hamill wanted to meet guys online who shared his sexual interests. With
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Eastenders reaction – have we really come that far ?
(photo BBC) by Terry Gee We think we’ve come a long way in the battle for equality, but when a
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Keeping fit and sexy with Barcode
Barcode Berlin is one the world´s leading men´s sports & fetish wear label with 100% satisfaction guarantee. The clothes
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Adore Delano – “Give Me Tonight”
RuPaul’s Drag Race favourite Adore Delano releases Give Me Tonight this week, her emotionally charged cover of Shannon’s freestyle tale
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Hotwired Sports
By Terry Gee With such a large gay population in London, there is a vast and diverse scene here
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NOT TONIGHT LOVE, I’M TEXTING
A new study launched today by Durham University commissioned by Durex reveals the negative impact that technology is having on
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FS – a brilliant magazine
For those who aren’t aware of this fantastic little publication here are some facts. FS is GMFA’s bi-monthly magazine containing
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Satyricon – “Rome, Before Christ, After Fellini”
Eureka! Entertainment have announced the release of FELLINI SATYRICON, the closing epic of Fellini’s 1960s period, which merged the sexual
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The Only Way Is Gay
Just thought you might like to have a look at a relatively new site (to me anyway) called onlywayisgay.com . It
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Querelle – DVD reissue
Adapted from Jean Genet’s infamous, ground-breaking novel, Querelle of Brest, the final film of celebrated director Rainer Werner Fassbinder’s career
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Love is in the Grindr Air
With more than 7 million users worldwide, Grindr surveyed its massive user base to find out the latest on how
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Book Review – The Lengths
What a weird and fascinating book this is. It’s a comic telling a real story, not one of superheroes or
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Bent Fiction – Urges by Les Lea
‘Mitchell’ was worried. It had been many years since he’d last felt the urge, indeed, since his brain had been
Read moreHow many sex partners is too many?
Is it true that as far as gay men and sex goes it’s a case of ‘any time, any
Read moreThe Community Campaign launches a new era in advertising
56 Dean Street is offering members of the gay community the chance to design an innovative HIV or
Read moreMan Up – THT Game
HIV and sexual health charity Terrence Higgins Trust has launched an addictive platform game with an important message for
Read moreJohan’s Blog – Can’t we have regular sex anymore?
What’s happened to good old-fashioned sex? You know, some shy kissing and cuddling, followed by a nice blowjob and
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JOHAN’S BLOG – We’re having a gangbang
A gangbang surely has to be everyone’s biggest dream. Every gay guy wants to be in the middle of one
Read moreMy First Time at a Gay Sauna – Manchester
I was aged 24, I was on holiday in Florida, and I found myself at a gay sauna that I’d
Read moreEthan Bourne
A couple of years ago UK porn company Eurocreme had the idea of forming their own boyband, clever named ‘Boy
Read moreBook Interview – Now You Know
Now You Know By Christopher Walker Charlie is a bored, gay, urban teenager with a scratch card obsession, an electronic
Read moreWorldPride
While East London is gearing up for the Olympics and Buckingham Palace prepares for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, Soho is
Read moreHas the internet ruined sex?
By Beyonce Recently Channel 4 contacted me out of the blue. They wanted to speak to a gay man about
Read moreInterview: Samuel Kneen – Mr Gay UK
What made you enter Mr Gay UK this year? My friends persuaded me, and I thought it might help with
Read moreIntroducing; Mr Gay UK
From Bristol to Birmingham, from Derry to Dundee this year saw the return of Mr Gay UK after a three
Read moreAmerican Connection 2
LIVING A ROCKSTAR LIFE… In South Beach, Miami By Randy Myers “South Beach is a playground for celebrities and fashionistas,”
Read moreGetting sexy in Salt Lake City
Ushered onto the global stage by the 2002 Winter Olympic Games, Salt Lake City might still be best known as
Read moreJohan’s Blog – Everyone… do the Hustlaball
This party’s not one for divas. This party’s just about one thing: sex! The Hustlaball in Berlin – the biggest
Read moreGoing gay at the Oktoberfest – by JD van Zyl
Welcome to the Oktoberfest’s Gay Sunday. It is barely noon, but we’ve been at the Bräurosl tent for over two
Read moreWHAT’S IN YOUR CLOSET?
Beyonce So, according to internet rumour, Chris ‘Wife-Beater’ Brown is allegedly bisexual. And a bottom. And slightly mad. Whether
Read moreUnhappy but happy
Falkirk born actor David Paisley is one of the most recognisable faces on British TV, especially if you are
Read moreIt’s all in a Kiss
For a young guy to make the leap from starring in porn movies to be given a serious acting role
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Pretty Masculine Whether you identify it as an adjective or as an adverb, the connotation of the teaser title
Read moreJohan’s Blog – Car Horn
It’s a good idea to own your own car – especially in the Czech Republic. I’m not talking about personal
Read moreDazzlin’ Dallas – not your verage Western cowtown
Live Large. Think Big. That’s the Dallas marketing slogan and one on which the metropolis delivers in true Texan style.
Read moreSauna – My First Time
In 1958, when I was 21, a man seeking, by any method whatsoever, to meet another man was considered by
Read moreKicking Back With Kennedy
Meet Kennedy Carter, a self-described English lad living a ‘Clark Kent life’, university student by day, go-go dancing porn superhero
Read moreJohan’s Blog – I like sex
I like sex. Well, to be honest, I just love it! And it’s not just the cum-shot I love –
Read moreKNOWING WHAT YOU LIKE
By Alex Wiggan So, what are you into? Go on, you might as well come clean; we’re all friends here,
Read moreCruising For Art
Homotopia’s 8th festival brings audiences 5 new commissions and 4 world premieres amongst over 30 events across Liverpool throughout November.
Read morePlanning a Civil Partnership ceremony.
By G Alexander I have been to several of these ceremonies and never quite get why a couple would spend
Read morePublic Display of Affection (PDA) By Darrel Moore
Is it still taboo for two guys to suck face in public? We’ve never been more accepted
Read moreJohan’s Blog – August 2011
I love the “Pride” season. After all, it means it’s summer – and that means cute guys and sex! Over
Read morePower Talking
Do you want to improve your communication skills, including negotiating the sex you want? GMFA, the gay men’s health charity,
Read moreShooting first thing in the morning!
First of all, a great big thank you for all the kind messages that you’ve sent me via Gordon, the
Read moreAugust 2011: My First Time – Sauna
Bent asked its readers to share their experience of that very first ever visit to a gay sauna. Two years
Read moreSex Prolongs Life
By Les Lea No matter what the church may say… sex is good for you. No matter what your mum
Read moreSo you think you’re a man…?
By Paul Johnston The music swelled to a fantastic crescendo and the diva’s voice took on even more drama. The
Read moreBooks: July 2011
FINE ART SEX By Tom Bianchi When Tom grabs his camera he’s always more than just an observer: He’s a
Read moreJohans Blog: Sex on the beach… but I prefer a hotel room
To be perfectly honest, I really urgently need a holiday. After all, the last few weeks have just been way
Read moreThe Definition of a Fetish
By Mark Gray When Madonna, in her ever-pressing efforts to spark controversy for attention, released her “Erotica” cd and “Sex”
Read moreSlippery safe comfort
An organic lubricant that brings a new meaning to the phrase ‘safe sex’ has been launched for men. Of the
Read moreBareback Porn
Last year, Belgian researchers published findings which revealed that in Europe and the UK, the HIV epidemic is being fuelled
Read moreThey said I’d like it
By Calvin John said I’d like it. Even Evan, who I’d trust with my life, said I’d like it… but
Read moreBooks: April 2011
BIG LOVE – SEXY BEARS IN GAY ART Huge, hairy hunks, strong and a little snugly, tender when it comes
Read moreThe Blast Project
This month sees the biennial being ‘funny for money’ Red Nose day operation slip into its hectic fundraising mode. Comic
Read moreThousands of HIV-positive people have undiagnosed Hepatitis C
13,000 people who are living with HIV in the UK may also have Hepatitis C but not realise it, according
Read moreTop Ten Unexpected Valentines Day Gifts
Every year at Christmas we get unwanted gifts. But what about on Valentine’s Day? We thought of the most unexpected,
Read moreFebruary 2011: DVDs
CHRISTOPHER AND HIS KIND Christopher and His Kind tells the story of the young and wide-eyed Christopher Isherwood (Matt Smith,
Read moreCruising for the sex you want
Do you find it difficult to approach men you fancy? If so, you’re not alone. For lots of gay men,
Read moreSex with a gay bent
Terry Sanderson, author of such notable gay tomes as ‘How to be a Happy Homosexual’, ‘The Potts Correspondence and Other
Read moreOpinion – Is Sex Wrong?
By Jason, Tantra4Men, (Diplomas in Counselling and in Tantra) I was at Brighton Pride recently where we had for the
Read moreDrink, Drugs and Sex
Drink, drugs and sex might seem fun, but mixed together they can have serious consequences. In the latest issue of
Read morePaintballs and Cocks – By Les Lea
Terry was getting married. Although I tried to be pleased for him, I was really quite sad. He was 25,
Read moreTake part in something huge
The largest European online sex survey, available in 25 languages and 31 countries, has been launched to help gay and
Read moreStory: The Dancer – By Les Lea
I’d seen him dancing on the podium at my local club. I was never sure if he was spaced out
Read moreJohan: Casting couch and Dirty F*ckers
I can certainly have no complaints about my job. It’s true – after all, I turned my hobbies into a
Read moreSisters Are Doing It For Themselves
By Simon Savidge The Pipettes last graced our airwaves with the wonderful ‘Pull Shapes’ (which makes you want to dance
Read morePajama Survey
Pyjama Survey According to a recent survey by Jockey International of more than 3,000 men and women, British adults are
Read moreUh-Oh it’s Kyrah
Now female singers are only allowed a single name, let Bent introduce the latest US import, self-confessed drama queen and
Read moreIs the sex you have the sex you want?
Do you want more confidence in your life, including your sex life? GMFA, the gay men’s health charity, has announced
Read moreThe justice of InJu5tice
Bent is a keen supporter of boybands. We love every aspect of these glittering youthful creations and always look forward
Read moreNo Room to Rent
By Adam Lowe Anyone who’s looked in the back of a gay magazine has seen them before, but soon adverts
Read moreBent Fiction – And the Gods smiled down
And the Gods smiled down By Les Lea Cam and Darryl had been best mates since they were kids. They
Read moreGrapple at the Eagle
Once in a while an event hits the gay scene that gets everyone talking and Grapple101 at Eagle in London
Read moreSimon Says
Dear Simon I am dreading Valentine’s Day this year as I don’t have a boyfriend and can’t really see one
Read morePulling in my Puma – Pulling off my pants.
by Johan Volny. There is still lots of snow here in the Czech Republic, but I’m already preparing for the
Read moreBabylon in Bangkok. (Thailand)
By Darrell Hirst. Few capital cities can regard themselves as on a par with Bangkok. Thailand’s main urban centre is
Read moreGolden Touch.
By Daniel Lee. When The Pointers Sister sang about wanting a man with a slow hand, were they referring to
Read moreSensual Adventures in Tantric Massage.
By Simon Savidge. A massage is a massage. Right? It can be relaxing, stimulating, relaxing, invigorating and just about the
Read moreFrom Envy to ENV
Back in July 2008 Bent chatted to a new cute gay rapper on the scene called DJ Envy. Classically trained
Read moreSex, sport… and more – Johan’s Blog
Many people think that my job is just about sex – and sex alone. And I agree, sex dominates my
Read moreBears Aloud
Bears Aloud; Andy, Roger, Gary, Daniel ands Martin, have become something of a phenomenon. Appearing at various clubs and gay
Read moreSoldier, Soldier will you marry me…?
He won Best Actor at the 2004 GayVN Awards in 2004 for A Porn Star is Born! and Best Sex
Read morePorn Star – Johan Volny
It’s all part of the job. My idea of heaven is a very relaxing evening with my boyfriend – sitting
Read moreJosh – By Bill Cockeyne
Josh had teased me once too often. His fantastic black smooth muscular body had me constantly in a state of
Read moreJohan – Back to the movies
Yes, at last – I’ve done it again! My first movie shoot in three months – and gees, have I
Read moreComing – by Hooper
My little single bed was squeaking under the pressure as Shawn and I made love for the third time that
Read moreJohan’s Blog – Summer fun and a dash of Pride
Hurray! At long last it’s summer, and we can finally get to enjoy the sunshine – and the holiday season
Read moreDavid Paisley
David Paisley Scots born actor David Paisley returns to the stage after a break of nearly three years in the
Read moreAdvice – Gay Divorce
Breakdown in Civil Partnership With the break-up of comedian and Little Britain star Matt Lucas and his partner Kevin McGee
Read moreThe Equality Forum In Philly
The Equality Forum In Philly The Equality Forum is held yearly in Philadelphia. ‘It’s not just an excuse to party’
Read moreFitness – Six Mistakes People Make In The Gym
Six Mistakes People Make In The Gym! By Jarrett James Hi, I’m Jarrett James, one of London’s top Personal Trainers. I’ve
Read moreProwler TV
Prowler Launches Sky TV Channel Millivres Prowler Group, Europe’s largest gay and lesbian lifestyle brand, is launching a new breed of
Read moreTravel – Spatacus
Spartacus International Gay Guide 2008 The classic gay travel planner is back and has been fully updated and aimed at
Read moreTara McDonald
SO DELIRIOUS She’s got the energy, she’s got the looks, but most importantly she’s got the voice! With ‘Delirious’ –
Read moreBrit And Alex
Double Trouble You may recognise Brit & Alex as the singing twins from the John Frieda adverts. Now they are
Read moreOn The Couch Collection
On The Couch Collection By Tom Bianchi There’s no doubt about it… Tom loves his men either photographing them… or
Read moreGran Canaria – Carnival
Sardines and Sequins Yes, the Carnival (or Carnaval to you Spanish speakers) season is well underway, with festivities taking place
Read moreBasement Sauna – Gran Canaria
More complex than you think! The Basement Studios are a collection of holiday apartments centred around a pool and a
Read moreSpicegirls
Spice up your life! By Spice Tech – Jimmy Forrester After signing up every email address linked to us (me
Read moreColton Ford
Porn to be a star. Though you may recognize Colton Ford from his previous foray into adult films, it’s time
Read moreAndy Scott Lee
Andy Scott Lee Andy Scott Lee has done it all, he’s been in a boy band, was on Pop Idol,
Read morePorn Interview
A Piece of the… Action! Tom Bradford is a Hungarian director based in Budapest, he has directed movies for international
Read moreJail For Passing On Sexually Transmitted Diseases
The Crown Prosecution Service is to target people who knowingly pass on STDs, with some being sent to prison. The
Read moreConfessions Of A Gay Wrestler
His face was flushed and his mouth was gritted in fierce determination as he tried to fight back. I knew
Read moreMy First Week At Uni
Since I’ve been at university, I must have averaged a fuck or more a day. Back at home, and firmly
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