If any single thing represents our deliciously dumbed-down gay scene then it is the success of Steps. They ain't a band, they're a brand. Put very simply Steps are a pop group for children, and like children's tv presenters, they are a group of adults who act like they are children . The gay scene, as a perfect model of advanced capitalism works by harnessing the buying power of the mainstream or majority.
Steps appeal to the lowest common denominator.
They won't challenge you. As their name suggests, even a 7-year old with an attention deficit disorder and a whole psychologist's textbook of learning difficulties would only take a few seconds figuring out how to copy these dance steps. They won't make you unhappy. They won't ever let you down. The Steps boys are such easy role models to follow.