The frontier has long been a symbol of American masculinity. Now a rising generation of artists are creating a new queer mythology.
Category: Cowboys and Cowgirls
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The Old West Is New Again
A cultural mash-up brings together Barbie, Beyoncé and the gang from “Yellowstone.”
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A Rodeo Festival in the Philippines Celebrates Cowboy Culture
In the Philippines, men and women compete in an annual rodeo that celebrates a thriving cowboy culture with roots in the Spanish and American colonial eras.
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Larry Mahan, the Elvis of Rodeo, Is Dead at 79
His eight championships made him a legend to his fans. His mod style, swashbuckling lifestyle and flirtations with Hollywood made him a star.
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This Season’s Men’s Wear Follows the Call of the Wild West
The New York Times – T Magazine:With cowboy hats, boots and bandannas — and some bare-chested bravado — classic styles look cooler than ever.
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Fashion and Art Collide to Tackle Cowboys and the American West
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:In the show “Helmut Lang as Seen by Antwaun Sargent,” artists tackle the fascination with the American West.
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‘They Better Start Breeding Cowboys’
The New York Times – Sports:Advanced genetic tracking has helped breeders make rodeo bulls meaner. Riders are having a hard time keeping up.
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Where Cowboys Fly and Cattle Set Sail: An Epic Food Journey
The New York Times – Business:Exporting live cattle from northern Australia to Indonesia has created a unique culture, both a throwback and a modern marvel of globalization.