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Iggy Pop’s Grotesque Sexiness: Mars and Pluto
Image Source: Last.fm: http://www.last.fm/music/Iggy+Pop/+images/167360
Most astrological interpretations for natal Mars in Cancer tell me that I’m attracted to males that are caring, sensitive, and protective. Okay, that sounds really positive and sweet. Unfortunately, my natal Mars in Cancer is assaulted by a wide square from Pluto in Libra. And even though I’ve got supportive sextiles from my natal Sun, Mercury, and Venus, it’s Pluto that has the final say in my male selections. That’s why I’m drawn to dark, dangerous, or even scary male archetypes like Iggy Pop and Jim Morrison. But notice, they still have an effeminate look about them. Lovely blend of Mars/Cancer and Pluto/Libra, huh?
I did some Iggy-digging on astro.com and found his natal chart. You know what I’m looking at … yes, Mars! Iggy has a heavily aspected natal Mars in Aries, conjunct Mercury, trine Saturn and Pluto, and opposite Neptune. And I thought my Mars was assaulted. Holy hell! So, most astrologers can agree that Mars (ruler of Aries) symbolizes action, energy, aggression, anger, war, fire, passion, etc. In addition, Pluto (ruler of Scorpio) is known as the higher octave of Mars and symbolizes destruction, hatred, darkness, depravity, cruelty, power, control, etc. You put these two together and it smells like some good old-fashioned violence! To get a taste of similar energies with Mars and Saturn, see my post from April 2009: Mars/Saturn: Gun Violence, Rockets, Legalized Rape, and Shoot N*ggas [*Explicit*].
As front man for the Stooges, Iggy Pop is known for his body contortions, the invention of the stage dive, and other extreme performance tactics:
“Other exploits of Pop include rolling around in broken glass, exposing himself to the crowd, and vomiting on stage.” – Wikipedia
You might ask, “what the hell is so sexy about that? That’s absolutely revolting!” Yes, it is. I like to describe it as grotesquely sexy. Everyone has their own ideas about sexuality. I tend to think of it as a mix between heaven and hell, spirituality and and bestiality—not in the the way you’re thinking. Human is beast. Humans can be animals to one another and usually those animal tendencies come out in the bedroom, behind closed doors. Especially when you have Mars in the ring with characters like Saturn, Uranus (ha!), Neptune, and Pluto. One of the things I love about music performance is that a person can creatively express their inner beast in a public exorcism. Iggy is a talented individual: he’s a singer/songwriter, drummer, showman, contortionist, and Punk icon. That is sexy to a girl like me with natal Pluto in Libra in the 5th house of creativity and love expression which squares natal Mars in Cancer in the 2nd house of values, sensuality, and self-worth.
So, what’s the deal with your Mars? What turns your “radio dials”? :-p Holler at me on twitter: @signon2nine or facebook: Mercury x3: Signon2Nine.
Image source: Rock Around the World: http://www.ratw.com/issues/11/iggy.jpg
National Political Astrology: Jupiter in Pisces and SCOTUS Campaign Finance Ruling – Gemini John Edwards’ Road to Redemption
I’ll tell ya, that planet Jupiter sure knows how to make an entrance! I was reading the headlines today and thought, “what the hell kind of alignment is occurring now?” Well, according to Astro.com’s current transits, Jupiter is at 0 degrees Pisces. Not only did the Supreme Court of the United States (or SCOTUS) overturn campaign finance restrictions for corporations, but John Edwards decided to start his Baby Mama, Road to Redemption PR campaign in Haiti.
Now, I’m no expert on Supreme Court rulings or the history of campaign finance in America, but boy, oh boy, the reactions to the freedom of corporations and nonprofit groups to spend freely on campaign ads are sure to dominate our political scene for the upcoming 2010 elections. Not to mention, President Obama decided to take on the banks in an address today. Many astrologers have been writing about the current Saturn square Pluto transit, and I find it interesting that, on the day of this court ruling, Jupiter has entered into the sign of Pisces while the transiting Sun and Venus in Aquarius have entered into aspect with the Saturn in Libra and Pluto in Capricorn square. Further explained:
- Transiting Jupiter is making a 60 degree (sextile) aspect to transiting Pluto as well as a 150 degree (quincunx) aspect to transiting Saturn
- Transiting Sun and Venus are making a 120 degree (trine) aspect to transiting Saturn, as well as a 30 degree (semi-sextile) aspect to transiting Pluto
When I use astrology, I tend to look for patterns in planetary movement, so when I see…
- Jupiter, which represents the law, entering a sign of Pisces (ruled by Neptune), which represents the dissolution of boundaries, enter into aspect with
- The Sun and Venus, which represents identity and money, and
- With Saturn which represents rules and boundaries, and Pluto which represents power and destruction
… my analytical, Virgo eyes take notice. AND THEN, there is our beloved John Edwards (Gemini), former Democratic VP candidate in 2004 and Presidential candidate in 2008. (Note: John was born on the same day but different year, June 10, as fellow Gemini Eliot Spitzer, who I discussed in an earlier post.) Oh, John, I won’t trash you because the popular media and American people can do that themselves. And lord knows, my critical Virgo nature is salivating at the opportunity to talk shit. But right now, I just want to peek at your astrology chart and see what the HELL is going on. Sigh…
Hello Pluto! Transiting Pluto has decided to get all up in John Edwards’ dirty business and expose the truth as it opposes Edwards’ natal Mercury and progressed Moon/Venus conjunction in Cancer, not to mention forming a trine with his natal Venus in Taurus. His progressed Sun is also approaching a conjunction with natal Pluto. You CANNOT hide from Pluto. Pluto digs, Pluto exposes, and Pluto destroys, but it also clears the way for a new beginning. You have to hand it to a slick Gemini to time a paternity scandal with a redemptive trip to Haiti, as well as media highlights on service work in El Salvador. I find it interesting that the transiting North Node is also conjunct Edwards’ natal Chiron, a planet associated with healing that I also referenced in my post yesterday regarding Governor Ed Rendell’s orphan rescue in Haiti. There is also some natal South Node activity as John’s progressed Mars forms a conjunction, and in addition, transiting retrograde Mars is forming a conjunction with his progressed Sun. Mars doesn’t only provide energy, fight, and courage—in this instance, it is marring or damaging this man’s reputation. Not that it is unwarranted. Yes, I’ve been reading Game Change and Edwards sure had it coming. (Chart below with 6am default birth time- actual birth time unknown.)
PA Political Astrology: Pisces Jim Gerlach (R) drops out of 2010 Gubernatorial Race
While I was fluttering about on twitter, I came across a tweet by Politicspa about Jim Gerlach’s withdrawal from the PA Governor’s race. My immediate reaction was, “Well, that sounds very Mercury Retrograde-esque,” and then I decided to check the planets. I found a birth date of February 25, 1955 on Wikipedia, and plugged it into Astro.com. I’ve used a default birth time of 6am, though exact time is unknown- I will not be taking house positions or rulerships into account. (See chart graphic below.)
The first thing I noticed was good ‘ol Uranus- the King of Unexpected. Gerlach has a natal Venus/Uranus opposition, though Jupiter is also conjunct Uranus which adds an element of expansion or luck (good or bad) into the equation. This opposition is currently being hit by a conjunction of the transiting North and South Nodes. In addition, his progressed Venus is sitting in a conjunction with transiting Uranus. To me, this signals an unexpected change in a financial situation. God knows, finances are key to succeeding in politics. It could also indicate issues with a spouse but I don’t know anything about his personal life. We’ll see if the news sheds any light on this issue.
I also noticed that transiting Pluto is conjunct Gerlach’s natal North Node, which is also being squared by transiting Saturn. Pluto always brings a heavy load with it- even when it’s good. He could be going through a major change to his lifestyle or career path, though I’d need further details on house positions to see that. There is talk that he will instead, run for re-election in the 6th Congressional District. (See articles on Politico, Politicspa, and Capitol Ideas.) In any case, I do wish him the best in whatever he decides- he is a good looking guy, even for a Republican. 
I’m no longer hostile towards him since he defeated Lois Murphy…twice. She has just been elected as the first Democratic Judge in Montgomery County. You can also follow him on twitter: @JimGerlach.
