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By: ROB BECK
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Probably best known for the ‘80s pop hit “I Think We’re Alone Now,” Tiffany is headed to WETbar for a performance on July 7.
The singer, now 35 and touring behind her new album, “Just Me,” tells Southern Voice that her new music has a singer/songwriter vibe that reveals influences from the likes of David Gray, John Mayer and even the Dixie Chicks.
“It reflects all my learning experiences and influences,” Tiffany says, noting that she will likely sing a mixture of old hits and new songs like the single “Feels Like Love” at her Atlanta performance.
Though she loves all her audiences, Tiffany says she has a special place in her heart for her loyal gay fans, whom she recently spent time with performing at Pride celebrations in Los Angeles and Denver.
“A lot of my gay fans have followed me through the years,” she says. “I’m just so thankful that they support every twist and turn that I do.”
Tiffany traveled to Atlanta on previous occasions for shows in the past, but she did not have an opportunity to see the city and says she looks forward to changing that on this trip.
“I have been there many times, but I can’t say that I’ve really had a chance to absorb the city,” she says. “I’m bringing my godson with me this time, and we plan to see the sites.”
When describing her upcoming show, Tiffany says it’s tough to predict each performance, but that the audience plays a major role in making it a good time for everyone.
“Every show is different, but usually if the crowd shows up and is ready to party and have a good time, it’s really high energy,” she says. “It’s going to be a great show.”
The Atlanta Cotillion steps its fundraising season into high gear, with three events in the next two weeks: an improv comedy night benefiting 2007 cotillion debutante Steven Igarashi on June 29, a gambling party on July 7 benefiting Ray Macon, and a general event fundraiser and wine tasting at the Coca Cola Film Festival’s screening of “Dreamgirls” on July 11.
The cotillion tradition dates back to 1997, with a three-year hiatus from 1999 to 2002. Each year, Atlanta Cotillion’s primary fundraising efforts come as local men raise money all summer long to support their individual bids for the title of Queen of the Atlanta Cotillion Ball, which takes place Sept. 15. The title goes to the debutante who raises the most money, all of which goes to AID Atlanta.
Atlanta Cotillion Co-chair Edward Holifield says he looks forward to the new group of debs each year.
“We’ve got a really passionate group of guys,” he says. “I’ve been raising money for HIV charities for the past 17 years. It helps keep it fresh for me, each year that the guys come in with a new energy and sense of passion.”
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