Planet Porn: A sample of François Sagat, as photo’ed by Exterface—24-year-old French artists Julien and Stephane—from a new exhibition titled “Muse” (click here). Given that Mr. Sagat’s unique beauty and bubblicious bod have captivated so many photographers around the world, the title of “muse” is an apt one. In their own words, Exterface “attempt to manipulate the male—exposing him, stripping him until he is lost between coloured light and darkness… [our] iconography is sexually charged, sometimes homoerotic, but always expresses an interior duality. Each series tells a story as a fresco where the plot is ‘all is not what it seems’.” A photobook titled The Thing He Loves will be released this autumn via Bruno Gmünder. [H/T DNA magazine; image © Exterface.]

Planet Porn: Rod Barry and Erik Rhodes, celebrating NYC’s gay pride, lend erotic glamour to the latest stop on the Manhunt “7 Sexy Sins” Tour at HK Lounge, Saturday, June 28. Visit Erik Rhodes’ blog (click here) for a harrowing and painfully self-flagellating description of his drug-fueled slog through the week’s parties and obligations, including a near-overdose. [H/T Rod Barry.]

Planet Porn: (from left) Raging Stallion exclusive Steve Cruz, Damien Crosse and Diesel Washington wag their tongues at View Bar—last Thursday, June 26—for the NYC premiere of Mr. Cruz’ HOTTER THAN HELL. “It was nice to see Damien again,” Mr. Cruz blogs. “We had a few stage shows, the night ended with Damien doing what he does best…being a filthy pig. He pissed in my hairy hole on stage for a screaming finale. How do you get urine out of a leather jock?” [H/T Steve Cruz.]

An unfortunate bout of food poisoning (damn that undercooked turkey burger) prevented me from attending last Thursday’s book party launch for Taschen’s The Big Penis Book (we’ve mentioned it here and here). Darn the luck, because yesterday, Page Six tittered (click here) over the fact that director Brett Ratner turned up to purchase five copies, “which he got signed by the cover model, porn star Chad Hunt.” The party was packed with “underwear-clad male waiters and porn stars [and] Brett was eating it up!” Bully for him. [H/T Fleshbot.]

In Print: Mega-publisher Bruno Gmünder Verlag has reissued six of their classic titles—including two gay adult photobooks—under the umbrella Greats. The twist is all of them are pocket-sized. “Now you can enjoy your favorite titles everywhere and always have them with you!” reads the press release. The titles focus on “sensuality and a tingly presentation… the diversity of styles and photographers turn this collection into a must for all lovers of male erotica.” The two titles of interest to porn fans are 2002’s Kristen Bjorn: Men of the World and 2003’s Bel Ami: New Generation. The TLAvideo links are for the individual, regular-sized books; the mini-Greats series is available now in Europe, and goes on sale Stateside in September.

Another one bites the dust: I confirmed today that Specialty Publications‘ seven-year-old bimonthly [2] Magazine has gone dark, following publication of the March/April 2008 issue (pictured, left) featuring Steve Cruz and Dominic Sol. The first issue was March/April 2001 and featured Eric Hanson with then-boyfriend Diego Stefano; incidentally, Mr. Hanson has resurfaced this week with news that he has joined the staff of FabScout Entertainment (click here and scroll down). My insider sez the “[2] brand will still continue in the form of bi-yearly special issues and features in our other monthly publications.”

Handsome and controversial man-mountain Zeb Atlas, shot for Playgirl TV last April in Palm Springs. That erotic vignette is now airing. Per his agent and another source, Mr. Atlas and Matthew Rush may not return to the set of Falcon Studios’ gay marriage-themed BEST MEN later this month to continue making their touted sexy times. The oral vignette (Mr. Rush servicing Mr. Atlas) they shot last month will now likely serve as a teaser for Mr. Atlas’ deflowering at a later date by someone else, possibly for inclusion in BEST MEN, or for another epic TBD. (Oy, my head…) Negotiations continue. Stay tuned, O Constant Readers! [Images © PlaygirlTV; H/T David Forest.]

As we first reported earlier today (scroll down to the previous story), showbiz vet David Forest, one of gay adult’s most colorful and controversial personalities, has announced his retirement from the agenting game and has sold his David Forest Entertainment, as well as all related companies and websites, including his popular Meet the Stars program, to rival agency FabScout Entertainment. In keeping with his penchant for Hollywood-styled glamour, an emotional Mr. Forest made the announcement during a press conference deep inside a plush ballroom at the Universal Hilton in Universal City, California. At his side was Fabscout’s Howard Andrew, while Rentboy.com’s Angel Benton served as moderator. In their press release, Mr. Forest says, “I’ve had a wild ride in the XXX business and now it’s time to get off the speedway and enjoy life a lot more. I wish Howard the absolute best; he’s the only person I’d hand my business over to… I’m sure he’ll do an excellent job for my stars.” Click here for more details…

Agent David Forest was expected to announce at a press conference this afternoon that he is selling his company, David Forest Entertainment, and all related businesses and websites, including his popular Meet the Stars program, to rival agency Fabscout Entertainment. All current ForestMen clients—a roster that includes Jason Adonis, Zeb Atlas, Tony Capucci, Johnny Castle and Mark Dalton—will now be repped by Fabscout in all areas. A three-decade veteran of the business of show, Mr. Forest will take an extended break from the daily grind and likely return at year’s end in a limited capacity with a new, differently named version of Meet the Stars. The Florida-based Fabscout will use the David Forest Entertainment offices and connections to establish a West Coast foothold. Details and official statements are forthcoming.

Press Release Roundup: Blissbox Toys has announced a new product designed to stimulate your erogenous zones and help our beleaguered environment at the same time. The ECO Dildo (click here) is made from handcrafted and polished wood. “While oil prices continue rocketing to new heights,” reads the press squib, “the ECO Dildo is made from natural and sustainable materials, rather than plastic, so your pleasure will never end.” As well, the company is promising bush with every purchase—that is, they promise to plant a willow bush and will enclose a “planting certificate” with each order. The ECO Dildo is clearly being marketed to women and hetero couples, but Gays with limited experience handling the real thing can at least earn some green karma points and give themselves fuel for happy hour jokes for a few months. There is actually an entire line of ECO Dildos—nine different models in all. Unfortunately, because Blissbox is based in The Netherlands, there are some issues with mailing product to the United States. But you can email them to work out the kinks (so to speak). [Photo © Pink News.]

Press Release Roundup: I overlooked this announcement when it first circulated last week, but it’s still worth mentioning. Boy Butter has become the first personal lubricant targeted to gay men to be advertised in a television advert. Boy Butter parent company BBL, LLC purchased 15 seconds of ad space on the Bravo basic cable network, a subsidiary of NBC Universal, to air this past Monday, June 30. It was set to air in conjunction with another 15-second spot advertising Lucky Lubricants, which is marketed to women. Eyal Feldman, BBL, LLC President and Founder, told Adult Video News that Bravo is “the perfect channel for these commercials and the best platform for a little bit of gay TV history. With shows like Kathy Griffin’s My Life on the D-List and Project Runway, gay and women-friendly programming like these are absolutely perfect for spreading the word to my target demographic groups.” The commercial spots have been posted to YouTube (click here).

Press Release Roundup: Rentboy.com and Fabscout Entertainment are teaming up for the Ft. Lauderdale Pool Party 2008, July 11 -13 (click here for more details and ticket info). Friday, July 11 is an invitation-only shindig at The Birdcage and a Welcome Party at Boardwalk Bar. Saturday, July 12 is a daylong bacchanal at Windamar Beach Club, hosted by dragstress Misty Eyez (a Best Nonsex Performance Grabby nominee for PZP’s OLIVER TWINK). Sunday, July 11 events include a Recovery Pool Party and a Closing Party at Voodoo Lounge. Fabscout will be conducting a talent search. Pornsters set to press the flesh include Tommy Blade, Nick Capra, RJ Danvers, Barrett Long, Steven Ponce, Joe Strong, Diesel Washington, Kurt Wild and Ryann Wood.

Tommy Lima, the yummy Argentinian sex bomb, debuted in 2005 (with SOCCER LADS from Euroboy Sport) but only recently did he leap onto the industry radar—witness GAYVN and Grabby nominations this year for Best Newcomer. He perfectly reps the horned-up, jock-next-door fantasy, right? Lean and athletically built, the guy can take pretty much anything down his throat or up his bum; that’s no small feat when you consider some of the massively thick South American schlongs he wrangles. Alexander Pictures knows a good thing when they find it, because the luscious Mr. Lima, 28, is the anchor of three new pictures: TOMMY LIMA IN BRAZIL: ON THE BEACH (two duos, one threeway, one fiveway); TOMMY LIMA IN BRAZIL 2: IN THE JUNGLE (two duos and a threesome); and TOMMY LIMA IN BRAZIL 3: SOCCER PLAY (three threeways). [Images © Alexander Pictures.]

Falcon International has SUMMER MEMORIES upcoming that gives a deserved leading role to talented newcomer Ludovic Canot (pictured), whom I’ve described as Nick Capra’s dreamy European cousin—a Euro-performer who identifies as gay, no less! Wow! I directed him in Studio 2000’s T.K.O. and he virtually steals the final scene with the Hoover vacuum-suck he delivers to Tyler Saint and Marc Williams. He shot for a few other studios here in the U.S. before returning home. Here, Mr. Canot anchors the first-scene threeway with Enrico Tarantino and luscious Julian Vincenzo; the fourth and final scene is a duo with Gay Porn Times favorite, the sultry sex bomb Jose Ganatti. [Canot © Falcon Studios.]

Planet Porn: Sexalicious François Sagat entertains the Hustlaball London crowd, Saturday, June 14, with a special erotic show. Note where the two photographers, far right, are aiming their cameras… [Image © Chris Jepson Photography.]

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