January 2009 - Posts

American Idol 8: Auditions Round 7
29 January 09 08:16 PM | Zach | with no comments

In 1957, New York and Puerto Rico came together to create one of the biggest musicals of all time: West Side Story. In 2009, they reunite on the biggest television show in the world. This is American Idol.

New York is up first!
Contestant 1.
Compared to Mariah Carey and Mary J Blige. She also quit her job because she knows she's going to make it. THATS NEVER GOOD. Especially in this economy! Yikes! Simon said it was "shockingly" bad. Simon said he would even call her boss and get her job back. Since Simon called her boss, she got her job back. How nice!

Now we bounce to Puerto Rico!
Contestant 2.
Not a good dancer but wanted to audition.... Not sure how those two tie together but ok! Singing My Way. Most of the song he sang in Spanish... He wont get my vote. They asked him to sing a song in English. THANK YOU. He's not bad in English too. Paula said he has the power of Mark Anthony. All 4 give him a yes and he's through!

After the break, we are back in New York! I sure dont want to be the one paying these air fares back and forth!

San Juan....
Contestant 3.
I didnt think she was terrible. Kara lets her sing something else...<REWIND> Ok, it gives me a headache... I see what ya mean Simon...

Montage of a bunch of people telling the judges they made a big mistake. Idol doesnt make mistakes... Well, Colbie Calliat but that's another story.

Back in New York...
Contestant 4.
Melinda Camile has a message to give to the world. Kinda weird tho, she likes to dance naked in her room.... Singing Feeling Good. Randy said she has a nice voice. All 4 give her a yes and she's off to Hollywood!

After the break, things go from bad in San Juan to worse in New York...
After Idol ends, don't forget to watch the season premier of Hells Kitchen!

New York!
Contestant 5.
Rocker Jackie Tull... All she knows how to do is to entertain... Singing I'm Yours.  Simon asked her to sing another song. Her second song was much better than the first! Holy Cow! The windows fell in! Simon gives her advice...

Lets travel 1600 miles again to San Juan... I'm getting jet lag.

Yikes they are bad! Ton of bad ones in this montage.... 

Break time... After we come back, Simon gets more than he bargains for... whatever that means.

San Juan.
Contestant 6.
Some crazy rocker, thinks he's good. I dont think the judges will let him talk too long... He's the Human iPod slash guyPod... His face reminds me of Sanjaya... Simon said he hated everything about. He got 4 nos...

Contestant 7.
He's got a lot of nerves going. Very fruity.... The guy sang like a girl so says Simon (he really did!). The guy said that hurt like where you get kicked sometimes. Simon says "I thought you would actually like that..." replied back with "You mean the way you like it when Seacrest does it?" They ask him to tell jokes... Paula and Kara laughing and are very entertained. WHAT!! Paula and Kara gave him a yes, as did Randy! Wow... 

Time for a good montage! Lots went to Hollywood

Contestant 8.
Brought her kid brother for support. Her name is Monique. Her kid brother was there for support. He gave the judges a seashell. Very nice kid. Randy and Kara said she needs to work on her confidence and told her no. Paula said yes. Simon's vote holds a great weight this season since there are 4 judges, he says.............. Yes! She's going to Hollywood.

Break again...

Final part of the 2 city special...

New York
Contestant 9.
We saw her last season, Alexis Kohen, she was the REALLY crazy one. She's very VERY different... Singing Like a Prayer. Simon said that was very horrendous. She gives em the finger and tells em to f off i guess... 

San Juan.
Contestant 10.
Patricia Lewis Roman singing I Wanna Dance With Somebody. She sounds like Beyonce to me. Simon said it wasn't good enough. She gets 30-seconds to change their minds. Randy: Yes; Paula: No; and we cut to the waiting room. She get's her ticket!

9 lucky contestants received a ticket from the San Juan auditions.
26 tickets given in New York.

Next week is HOLLYWOOD WEEK!! And OOOH it looks GOOD. 

Stay tuned for Hells Kitchen!

Out!

American Idol 8: Auditions Round 6
28 January 09 06:06 PM | Zach | with no comments

Tonight's LIVE blogging will be HERE at the start of the show!

Also, just so you know, Idol will also be on TOMORROW night at 8/7c as well. 

A third side note, we havent seen auditions from Glendale, San Juan and East Rutherford... How are they going to squeeze all 3 in tonight since tomorrow night is supposidly the start of Hollywood week?

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It's time for Idol! I didn't get to see the intro to the show because I had to move my car again. Tonight we are in Salt Lake City. Will we find the next Idol here? Only time will tell...

Contestant 1.
When you think of SLC, you think of the Osmonds. Or I guess thats what your supposed to think. He has MS like his father.Singing Something within Me. Paula says he's so used to picking group songs, he needs to think of him as a solo artist. They dont show us the results but he walks out with a golden ticket! I'm not sure how far he will go in the competition...

Break time!

Contestant 2.
Tera Mathews. She's a freak. Says "dont judge a book by its cover" Simon has big eyes like "Woh, she's weird." Apparently she has ESP. Simon asks her if she's gonna win, she says she has a good feeling. She sings a very depressing sounding song...

Montage time! 

Contestant 3.
Has a buddy, Greg the Rabbit.... calls him Grabit... The rabbit was bouncing behind the contestant... Simon made him stop and Greg had to go stand over on the side. He started to sing a second song and Simon told him it wasnt good enough.... All 4 no's except Randy said OK to Greg ;)

Time for another break. I'm excited tho... LIE TO ME is on tonight after Idol!

The auditionors here are very happy. Most of them, when they were told no, said "Thank you" and left with a smile! 

Contestant 4.
Frankie Jordan is a stay at home Mom. She's pretty sure she's going to go through. And she looks like Amy Winehouse! Not only does she look like Winehouse, sounds like her too! Simon liked it. All 4 give her a yes!

Contestant 5.
Also the mother of a beautiful child. Recently decided to get a divorce. She is very grown up for her age. Now she sounds a lot like Colbie Calliat! Simon said she's one of her favorite auditions. I say colbie calliat girl -- top 12! All 4 gave her a yes of course!

Break time, dont forget: There's another Idol TOMORROW night at 8/7c!

Side note, go to www.att.net to view the full length video of Kelly Clarkson's latest single, My Life Would Suck Without You.

Contestant 6.
Says he's soulful... Stunk! All 4 gave him no's...

Contestant 7.
Senior Class President for his class (wish mine was more like him... no further comment about mine... PM me for more info lol) Singing When I Look To The Sky. Randy thought it was OK. They give him a second song choice. Randy says he definitly has a voice and he has perseverance. Randy is giving him another shot. Kara and Paula also believe in him. Simon says he needs to be young. I thought Train was a good song choice but OK.... All 4 yes's and he's thru to Hollywood! I dont think he's top 12 quality tho

Break time...

Contestant 8.
She's a belly dancer... She wants this more than anything. And she's reallly tall! Randy said it was one of the best he's heard so far this year. All 4 give her a yes! I wasnt paying attention much, I was looking into the fact that I'm older than Jordin Sparks... I had no idea... lol

After the break, we see the final contestant with her moving story.... No surprise she will probably get through to Hollywood...

Contestant 9.
We meet Rose, she's 17 and lives in Idaho. Her dad died when she was 13 and she is very thankful to get to know him. Her mom died 2 years later in a car accident. She was adopted I guess. She doesn't know what she will do if she doesn't get that golden ticket.Singing I Feel The Earth Move. Paula says she has to work on the vocals. I agree.... I didnt think it was the best song choice, neither did Simon. She got all 4 yes's tho! I'm not sure about her, I dont think she'll go very far but we'll see...

13 golden tickets were handed out in SLC. 

Tomorrow night we hit 2 cities... New York City and San Juan. It's the most dramatic show we've seen yet so far. Next week is Hollywood week and oooh it looks GOOOD!!

Out.

American Idol 8: Auditions Round 5
27 January 09 07:37 PM | Zach | with no comments

Ok not sure what's going on but apparently this is Auditions Round 7??? That's according to my DVR. But I don't recall a round 5 or 6 so far... We'll see....

Tonight we are in Jacksonville! The show starts off with Ryan and Simon in the same limo and Simon trying to teach Ryan how to start the show.... was funny

25 years ago, there was a man who made a name for himself on stages all over the country in a little band called Journey. His name? RANDY JACKSON. Many would love to travel down his road of success and thousands turned up in the thousands in the city of his name to try! 

Oooh, they swapped sides! From left to right, its Simon, Kara, Paula and Simon... Weird...

Contestant 1.
Joshua says he looks like Justin Gwarini. I'm not seeing it...Singing Let's Get It On. The performance made me laugh a bit. Simon said in parts it was very good. It was like inspector gadget or something. Randy said he liked it because it was entertaining. I think he deserves a shot and so do all the judges!

Contestant 2.
Sharon brought her little dog... She gave the dog to Simon! Singing Superstar. The dog yawned. Simon and Randy gave her a yes. Paula decided to give her a Yes. I didnt think she was the greatest....

time for a break!

Contestant 3.
Dana Moreno was next. Ouch! She screamed the Shakakahn song... She says she will take whatever guidance the judges give her. Simon says well I want you to take a right and then another right out the door... Not good at all...

Contestant 4.
Kaneswa Finnie was next, been singing since she was 5. She's way too confident for her age. Simon hides his laugh. Randy laughs a bit. Simon said the song got progressivly worse as she kept singing! She wasnt surprised that Simon said that. They bring the mother in...

Conestant 5.
She's a 19 year old "beauty queen" contestant. She wants to be the first latino American Idol. Randy asks her what she's going to sing she replys with "Well I can do some Whitney..." Looks like it'll be a disaster... It was much much better than I thought it would be. Paula gets up and leaves because Simon, Randy and Kara got to put their input in but Paula didnt, and apparently it's been happeneing a lot lately. She feels not needed anymore. The contestant brings her back... All 4 give her a yes

Break time!!

Contestant 6.
He found a friend in the crowd of people and when his friend got the axe, he felt that he was unsure what was going to happen with his audition. Singing So Hard To Say Goodbye. He keeps crying... After he starts singing, I kept laughing... All 4 give him a NO including me...

Contestant 7.
Naomi was the last contestant of the day. Compares herself to Mariah Carey... Singing Lovin' You. Paula sits on Simon's lap and Ryan comes in and sits on Kara's lap lol. A friend of the contestant sits on Randy's lap... Everyone tells her she's great. But she stunk!!

9 tickets were given out on Day 1!

After the break, things are gonna get wild! No clue what that means...

Contestant 8.
The baby of her family. Singing Big Girls Don't Cry. She's a very good singer. All 4 give her the YES to Hollywood!

Contestant 9.
Ummm freak, studiies Physics. He says he could live without physics and pursue music. I say, not a chance... He reminds me of the guy from SNL who sings during Weekend Update sometimes. Wow that was bad! Oh man.... that made me laugh a lot lol.

Time for another break! Reminder that FRINGE is on tonight!!

Contestant 10. 
She's a big DiaGuardi fan... They tell her to go out and then come back later as herself.

Contestant 11.
He came back again, he was in the competition last year. No idea what his name was... I was talking to my cousin... lol. Very big voice. He sounds better than last year. They heard a little bit of Archuletta in him.. Simon said No (again) and the other three gave him a yes :)

After the break, we see the NEW Contestant 10! 

Contestant 12.
The only thing that matters to him is his guitar... He didnt know he couldnt play his guitar for the judges. He's FREAKING OUT about it. Singing Jumper. Not bad... Simon says he's quite interesting but his voice isnt. They aren't telling us what the judges are voting. All 4 judges give him a no. His mom reaches in and tries to give him a hug and he backs up and says "Don't touch me". Yikes! He says he doesnt want to sound aroguant but he knows that he's good enough.

Contestant 10 is BACK.
She made an attempt to change herself. Singing Bubbly. Randy thinks she has a really great voice and gives her a yes. As well as Kara, Paula and Simon she's goin through to Hollywood!

In total, 16 people made it through to Hollywood! 

Tomorrow night, SALT LAKE CITY!!!

Idol video...
27 January 09 03:00 PM | Zach | with no comments

Here's the Idol video I promised you!

 

1-27 Dish: Paramedic Charged in Alleged Travolta Plot
27 January 09 08:58 AM | Zach | with no comments

Gooooood Morning! Later today, check back, I made another one of those slideshow videos, this one's for Idol. I'll put it up later today

Paramedit Charged in Alleged Travolta Plot...
OCALA, Florida, January 26 (UPI) -- A Bahamian ambulance driver has been charged for his alleged role in an unsuccessful plot to extort $25 million from film stars John Travolta and Kelly Preston.
Minister of National Security Tommy Turnquest told Usmagazine.com that Tarino Lightbourne was formally charged Monday with attempting to extort and conspiracy to extort.
The 47-year-old paramedic pleaded not guilty to the charges. He is the second person arrested in connection with the alleged scheme.
Although details regarding what the suspects asked for and what they said they would do if their demands weren't met have not been released, some media reports have claimed the plot somehow was linked to the death of the Travoltas' 16-year-old son, Jett, in the Bahamas earlier this month.
Sen. Pleasant Bridgewater was arrested on charges of abetment to extort and conspiracy to extort. Released Friday on $40,000 bail, Bridgewater has resigned from her office, but insisted she will fight the "untrue and unfair charges," Usmagazine.com said.
Bridgewater is expected to be arraigned on the charges Wednesday in Nassau Magistrate's Court, E! News said.
Jett died, reportedly of a seizure, on Jan. 2. He was cremated and his ashes brought to Ocala, Fla., where his family has a home and where a funeral was held for him.

Oldman Accepts SAG Award for Ledger...
Gary Oldman accepted a Screen Actors Guild Award on behalf of the late Heath Ledger, his co-star in The Dark Knight, at a Los Angeles ceremony Sunday night.
Ledger won the best supporting actor prize for his disturbing portrayal of The Joker in Knight. Also nominated in the category were Josh Brolin for Milk, Robert Downey Jr. for Tropic Thunder, Philip Seymour Hoffman for Doubt and Dev Patel for Slumdog Millionaire.

McCartney, Radiohead to Perform at Grammys...
I'm actually going to be able to watch them this year!!
Paul McCartney and Radiohead will perform at the upcoming Grammy Awards ceremony in Los Angeles, organizers said Monday.
The February 8 show at the Staples Center in Los Angeles will mark the British rock band Radiohead's first live U.S. television performance since 2000.
McCartney will sing and Foo Fighters frontman David Grohl will accompany him on the drums, while T.I. and Justin Timberlake are also expected to perform together. Jay-Z, Lil Wayne, T.I. and Kanye West are to give a special performance of their hit single "Swagga Like Us," organizers said.
The artists join previously announced performers Kenny Chesney, Coldplay, Jennifer Hudson, Jonas Brothers, Lil Wayne, Katy Perry and Carrie Underwood.

Dunst Dating Hartnett?
Kirsten Dunst is rumored to be enjoying a new romance with fellow Hollywood star Josh Hartnett after the pair was reportedly spotted enjoying an evening out in New York.
The actress, who has recently been linked to actor Justin Long and filmmaker Jacob Soboroff, was spotted having dinner with Hartnett at a Manhattan sushi restaurant on Thursday night.

Slumdog Emerges as Oscar Favorite after SAG Win...
"Slumdog Millionaire," the rags to riches tale of a Mumbai slum dweller, emerged as favorite to win the best picture Oscar after winning the top prize at the 15th Screen Actors Guild awards on Sunday.
"Slumdog," which involves a host of amateur young actors in Mumbai's slums, won for best ensemble cast on a night where Hollywood actors traditionally tend to honor their own.
The SAG win followed four Golden Globes earlier this month and a Producers Guild Award on Saturday.

Harry Potter Stars Among Hollywood's Highest Young Earners...
Harry Potter stars Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint have made the top 20 in a list of the highest paid celebrities under 30.
The talented trio has found themselves among such illustrious company as pop star Beyonce Knowles, basketball ace Kobe Bryant and Hollywood beauty Katherine Heigl on the rich list, compiled by Forbes magazine.
Radcliffe, who plays J.K. Rowling's hero wizard in the popular fantasy series, raked in the biggest fortune for the year ending June 2008, amassing a staggering $32.5 million to outstrip the likes of Miley Cyrus and all three Jonas Brothers.

On the agenda tonight... Idol and Fringe! Also, dont forget that this is the last week of auditions, next week is Hollywood week!! I'm not sure but in the past, they did a 1-hour special on Monday of that week recapping the first 3 weeks... We'll see...

 

Winter
26 January 09 04:27 PM | Zach | 3 comment(s)

I made this video... Enjoy :)

 

1-26 Dish: "Slumdog" emerges as Oscar favorite after SAG win
26 January 09 08:00 AM | Zach | 1 comment(s)

I thought I would start the day with some consumer warnings...

In case you needed further proof that the human race is doomed by stupidity, here are some actual label instructions found on consumer goods.

On a Sears hairdryer: Do not use while sleeping.

On a bag of Fritos: You could be a winner! No purchase necessary. Details inside. (The shoplifter special.)

On a bar of Dial soap: Directions: Use like regular soap

On a Swanson frozen dinner: Serving suggestion: Defrost. (But it's just a suggestion.)

On Tesco's tiramisu dessert (printed on the bottom of box): Do not turn upside-down.

On Marks & Spencer bread pudding: Product will be hot after heating.

On packaging for a Rowenta iron: Do not iron clothes on body.

On Boot's children's cough medicine: Do not drive a car or operate machinery after taking this medication.

On Nytol sleep aid: Warning: May cause drowsiness.

On most brands of Christmas lights: For indoor or outdoor use only. (As opposed to what?)

On a Japanese food processor: Not to be used for the other use. (I gotta admit, I'm curious.)

On Sainsbury's peanuts: Warning: contains nuts.

On an American Airlines packet of peanuts: Instructions: Open packet, eat nuts.

On a child's Superman costume: Wearing of this garment does not enable you to fly. (dang! I just got one too!)

On a Swedish chain saw: Do not attempt to stop chain with your hands or genitals. 

"Slumdog" emerges as Oscar favorite after SAG win...
"Slumdog Millionaire," the rags to riches tale of a Mumbai slum dweller, emerged as favorite to win the best picture Oscar after winning the top prize at the 15th Screen Actors Guild awards on Sunday.
"Slumdog," which involves a host of amateur young actors in Mumbai's slums, won for best ensemble cast on a night where Hollywood actors traditionally tend to honor their own.
The SAG win followed four Golden Globes earlier this month and a Producers Guild Award on Saturday.

Miss Indiana wins Miss America...
Miss Indiana Katie Stam says being named Miss America 2009 at this weekend's pageant in Las Vegas was "a dream come true."
The 22-year-old beauty was crowned Saturday night at the Planet Hollywood Theatre for the Performing Arts, the Las Vegas Tribune-Review reported Sunday.
"This is truly a dream come true for me and I'm just trying to take it all in," Stam said.

Hilton Raid 'Suspect' Arrest...
A man suspected of involvement in a jewelery raid on Paris Hilton's home has been arrested and charged with two burglaries.
Troy Thomas, 45, is alleged to have masterminded more than 150 thefts in three years in the Los Angeles area, targeting celebrities including Hilton, Duran Duran guitarist John Taylor, and several movie studio bosses.
The Simple Life star's Sherwood Oaks home was hit last month and an intruder made off with an estimated $2 million worth of gems.

Swayze to Detail Cancer Fight in Book...
Actor Patrick Swayze is set to pen a tell-all book about his battle with pancreatic cancer - he's reportedly agreed to write a memoir with wife Lisa.
The Dirty Dancing star announced he was fighting pancreatic cancer at the beginning of last year and has since undergone treatment for the illness.

Hanks Apoligizes for 'UN-American' charge...
Actor-producer Tom Hanks has apologized for saying Mormons who supported a ban on same-gender marriage in California are "un-American," Fox News Channel said.
Mormons contributed a significant portion of funding to support Proposition 8, which would reverse a state Supreme Court ruling that laws against same-sex marriage violate the state Constitution. Voters approved the referendum but it is being challenged in court.

'Mall Cop' stays on top at box office...
The Kevin James comedy "Paul Blart: Mall Cop" captured the top spot at the North American box office for a second week in a row, beating back a challenge by the vampires and werewolves of "Underworld: Rise of the Lycans."
"Mall Cop," which stars James as a bumbling shopping mall security guard who takes on a gang of high-tech crooks, sold an estimated $21.5 million in tickets over the weekend and has now taken in a strong total of $64.8 million in two weeks, distributor Columbia Pictures said on Sunday.

Inaugural Quartet was Prerecorded...
When a quartet played at the inauguration in Washington the music the crowd at the Capitol and the TV audience heard was prerecorded, inaugural officials said.
The quartet -- violinist Itzhak Perlman, cellist Yo-Yo Ma, clarinetist Anthony McGill and pianist Gabriela Montero -- performed "Air and Simple Gifts," composed by John Williams for the occasion. However, they recorded the piece two days before the Tuesday inauguration Carole Florman, a spokeswoman for the Joint Congressional Committee, said.
So, this was so important that they pre-recorded it.... then how come the oath of office wasn't important to be prerecorded?

Judge Allows Kelly Rutherford to Take Son to NYC...
A pregnant Kelly Rutherford has been granted permission to take her two-year-old son Hermes to New York City until the end of March, a judge ruled in Los Angeles Friday.
Judge Michael Levanas said that if Hermes was to stay behind in L.A. with his father, Daniel Giersch, it would harm the boy, according to People.com.

Kelly Osbourne Checks Into Rehab...
Kelly Osbourne checked herself into rehab, her mother Sharon confirmed to Radaronline.com.
"Yeah, Kelly's in rehab," Sharon said of her daughter. What else can we say?" Sharon went on. She knew that it was the right thing to do at this point, and we're proud that she did it. The family is all standing behind her. Kelly knew that she needed help, and she's getting it."
Kelly, who entered rehab for a painkiller addiction in 2004, checked herself into a facility outside the L.A. area for 30 days.

Tonight's House, tomorrow night we have Idol and Fringe and then Wednesday night is Idol and Lie To Me! Oh what a weekful of TV goodies!!

Pic of the Day (1-25)
25 January 09 01:31 PM | Zach | with no comments

 

Sad thing about this pic, look at the lady behind him... that's how you can tell this isn't a photoshopped pic! lol

1-22 Dish: Martin to be SNL Host for 15th time...
22 January 09 08:10 AM | Zach | with no comments

 Morning everyone!! Lie To Me was AMAZING last night! If you like House, I think you'll like this one. I can actually say that from watching the show, I learned a little about what to look for when people are lying. And maybe how to even lie a little better

Also sorry to say, the graphics website for celebs that I use is down today :( just boring text...

VIDEO: What is up with Diane Sawyer?

So yeah, slurred words on GMA. Is she OK?

 

Designer surprised to see Michelle Obama wore his gown...
New York designer Jason Wu says he was eating pizza and watching inauguration coverage on TV when he first saw Michelle Obama was wearing his gown.
The new first lady has been earning raves for her choice to don the stunning, white, one-shouldered frock for Tuesday night's 10 inaugural balls honoring her husband, President Barack Obama.
"I found out when the whole world found out," Wu told Us Weekly in a telephone interview Wednesday. "I said: 'It looks white. It looks like mine ...' I had a box of pizza and it nearly fell over. I was sitting there with my friends, and they were screaming."

Guru, Hottie Rake in the Razzie Nods...

LOS ANGELES, January 21 (UPI) -- Mike Myers' box-office and critical bomb The Love Guru was nominated for seven Razzie awards, including worst picture, in Los Angeles Wednesday.
Nominees for the previous year's worst film disasters are traditionally announced the day before Oscar nominations are revealed.
Guru also earned a worst actor nod for Myers, worst supporting actor mentions for Verne Troyer and Ben Kingsley, and a shot at the worst actress dishonor for Jessica Alba. The film was nominated for the worst director and screenplay prizes, as well.
Guru will compete for the bottom prize of worst picture against Disaster Movie, The Happening, In the Name of the King: A Dungeon Siege Tale, Meet the Spartans and The Hottie & the Nottie.
Hottie also racked up nods for worst director and screenplay, while its star Paris Hilton was nominated for worst actress and one half of the worst screen couple distinction, along with her co-star Joel David Moore.
Hilton also earned a worst supporting actress nod for her work in Repo! The Genetic Opera.
In the running for worst actor, along with Myers, are Larry the Cable Guy for Witless Protection>, Eddie Murphy for Meet Dave, Al Pacino for 88 Minutes and Righteous Kill, and Mark Wahlberg for The Happening and Max Payne.
Nominated in the worst actress category with Alba are the cast of The Women, including Annette Bening, Eva Mendes, Debra Messing, Jada Pinkett-Smith and Meg Ryan, Cameron Diaz for What Happens in Vegas and Kate Hudson for Fools' Gold and My Best Friend's

Pink Reunites with Hart?
Pop star Pink has reportedly rekindled her romance with ex-husband Carey Hart - one year after their split.
The couple parted ways last February after two years of marriage and the singer subsequently admitted harboring feelings for her former partner.
Hart and Pink - real name Alecia Moore - sparked reports of a reconciliation after they were caught in a public kiss on New Year's Eve. And Hart has now moved into the singer's Malibu, California home, according to Us Weekly.

Martin to be SNL Host for 15th time...
Steve Martin has agreed to make his 15th appearance as host of the New York-based sketch comedy TV show Saturday Night Live, NBC said.
The actor, comedian, author, playwright and producer is slated to make his first appearance in three years in the episode of the show airing January 31. Grammy Award-nominated singer Jason Mraz is scheduled to be the show's musical guest that night.

LeBeouf Loses Driver's License for a Year...
Actor Shia LaBeouf has had his driver's license suspended for a minimum of a year, the California Department of Motor Vehicles said.
Access Hollywood reported Tuesday that DMV records show the 22-year-old Eagle Eye and Transformers star lost his license as of last Saturday because he refused to take a Breathalyzer test following a car crash in July 2008.

And That's The Dish!

American Idol 8: Auditions Round 4
21 January 09 07:24 PM | Zach | with no comments

Tonight we hit the ground running in Churchill town with thousands of American Idol hopefuls. Wageing their bets in front of the judges. Ross the super nerd crosses the line and sucks big time. Joanna takes an emotional journy. Aaron fires up the judges. And the good ole boy has a few choice words for Simon. After a couple of miss strides. Some will break away from the past. But who will stumble at the finish line and who will fast track it to Hollywood? Let the race begin. This is American Idol!

The next stop is Louisville, Kentucky!

Contestant 1.
Tiffany Shed was a sure shot at going through to Hollywood according to her parents. She looks kinda ugly. She says she'll walk out with a positive attitude even if she doesnt get a golden ticket. Singing A Hero Lies In You. Yikes! Simon said it was like 22 horses vs a donkey and she was the donkey. As she walked out, she was in tears. Complaining and blah blah blah. Oooh, make it stop! I think my ear are bleeding!

Contestant 2.
She has been trying to make it into the music business for years. She's hoping today's audition will give her the lucky break she needs. Singing Be The One. I really like her. Simon and Paula gives her a Yes. Kara and Randy as well! I think she's got a lot of potential! I could see her in the top 12. Writing down her name Joanna Pacitti.... lets see her in the top 12!

Coming up, Ross the super nerd! And we have the threat on Simon's life as well! Stay tuned...

Contestant 3.
Mark Mud. Oh this is the guy who threatens Simon. He's had two bad accidents in the car. And almost died five times. Simon asks what kind of gun he has. It was actually his cell phone. Paula says he's not bad, this isnt the right competition for him. Simon said what is? Wheel of fortune. As he leaves he says "Take care and be careful." Simon and the judges took that as a threat.

Contestant 4.
Singing Can't Get Enough. Brent Keith Smith is a country star... much better than the guy before! He was very good. Simon said the song was ridiculous, a bit busterish. Paula and Kara went under the table cuz Simon wouldn't let them talk... All four gave a Yes! I would say he's on my watch list as well...

Break time! Reminder that the new series Lie to Me premiers after Idol!

Time for the failure montage! Ouch!

Contestant 5.
Never had a piano lesson and four years later, he's a really good piano player. Now lets see how he's in singing. Singing I Don't Wanna Be. He sounds more country than Simon says he reminds him of Elliott Yamin from a few seasons ago and I totally agree with him! He's gotta work on believing in himself. All four judges give him the go and he's off to Hollywood!

Contestant 6.
Ross something or other. He considers him an academic. He's a freak. He says it was phsically impossible to learn to sing but he's been using Youtube videos to help him out! He just got a scratchy throat. He hopes he can sing through it... Oh boy. One of the many thing's he enjoy's is singing. Very low.... The judges sing along. The judges offer him a sip of water. The guard went to get him some but he walked up and started drinking out of Paula's cup! They give him a second shot. Simon shoots him down and he gets 4 no's...

Ten people made it through to Hollywood on Day 1 in Louisville! 

Time for another break

Contestant 7.
She's from Memphis. She reminds me a little bit of Taylor Swift... She says the competition would mean everything to her. Singing Dr. Feel Good. She has a pretty good voice. Simon said she was good and had a commercial voice. All 4 give her a Yes!

Time for a break already? 

Contestant 8.
Got a home boy Aaron Williamson. He's a screamer! He's pumped! I dont think he's got what it takes tho.... He's here to be the America's Next top Idol... lol. Woo! He stunk! Had a lot of enthusiasm tho! I mean a LOT. Shot cuts to Ryan saying "What the Hell?" Simon said it was like the fire alarm going off. Simon also says he should do something that involves shouting. Paula said he didnt have it "ready yet". He says it broke his heart....

Contestant 9.
Rebecca Garcia. Singing Before He Cheats. Isn't that a rule? Don't sing a song by an Idol??? Kara said she was voted most humerous in High School so this had to be a joke. Rebecca started crying.

A good montage for once! 8 more contestants made it through so far today. 

After the break we meet the person they have been talking about all show. Does she have what it takes to make it all the way? Stay tuned!!

Contestant 10. 
She's from Cincinnati Ohio! Her life hasnt always been easy. She was homeless most of her life. They've been through a lot. She's stayed at home and helped with the family in the recent years to be a good role model to her family. Her mom says she has no clue what its like to not struggle. I'm hoping she's got a Yes. Her name's Leneshe Young singing a song she wrote. She sounds like Beyonce. Simon really liked her including her song she wrote! Paula really liked the lyrics. Randy said she's what the competition needs. Kara gives her a yes. Paula says No.... Just kidding! She has great potential to make it all the way.

I'm going to go on the record and say top 3 right here. 

Behind every cloud is a silver lineing... or at least a golden ticket. 

Next week, we're in Jacksonville! See ya then!

Out.

1-21 Dish: The Day after the Inauguration
21 January 09 08:18 AM | Zach | with no comments

Well I wanted to be in DC reporting live for ya of the events happening yesterday, but the local FOX station didn't pick me as a "local blogger" to take on the task. Woulda been fun too! So I DVRed the Inauguration on CNN and FOX and I hope to watch all 10 hours of it this weekend. 

Also, hopefully tomorrow, I will have some pics of the ice sculputures that were done on campus this past week! They are really cool!

Michelle Obama wows in Inaugural Gown...
First lady Michelle Obama wore a white, floor-length gown by Taiwan-born designer Jason Wu to balls celebrating her husband's inauguration Tuesday.
Barack Obama, the 44th president, looked dapper in what Usmagazine.com said was a custom tuxedo made by Chicago's Hart Schaffner Marx that was accented by a white tie.
The Obamas reportedly were expected to attend 10 official inauguration night celebrations.
Historian Carl Sferrazza Anthony told The Dallas Morning News Michelle Obama's ensemble selection was "a balancing act between being a queen and a commoner."
"The inaugural gown is a metaphor for the first lady role," Anthony added. "They reflect around the world an image of our country."
"Michelle Obama once more does something new and fresh (by) working with an emerging fashion star and turning Jason Wu overnight into a household name," Us Weekly fashion director Sasha Charnin Morrison said of the first lady's choice to wear a single-shouldered frock Tuesday night. "This type of dress shape/silhouette is something that's completely unexpected. (It's) vibrant and aspirational, full and gorgeous. No one else in the past would have been this striking, this ravishing or been able to pull this look off. She's bringing sexy back."
Usmagazine.com said Barack Obama's wife wore a gold sheath and matching jacket by Cuban-born designer Isabel Toledo for the ceremony in which the new president took his oath of office earlier in the day. The first lady also wore green gloves from J. Crew, while her daughters donned coats from the popular store to stave off the winter chill.

VIDEO: Obama's first dance...
The President and First Lady dance to "At Last" (sung by Beyonce).

Stars Line Up for BET Inauguration Special...
Jamie Foxx, Nas, Kerry Washington, Akon, T.I. and Young Jeezy have signed on to appear on the "Yes We Will! BET's Inauguration Celebration" TV special.
The one-hour show is slated to air on BET Tuesday night, with Nick Cannon acting as host.
The special is intended to "commemorate the massive voter turnout and what African-Americans are committed to doing in order to implement the change initiated by Barack Obama's presidency," the network said in a news release.
The special is to feature performances by Common and Jazmine Sullivan, as well as live footage from BET's inaugural ball. It will also take a look back at the election and campaign that led the way to Obama becoming the first black president of the United States, BET said.

I think that's all the inauguration news I have today...

Suspect in Hudson Family Murder Case Pleads Not Guilty...
William Balfour, the man charged with killing three members of singer-actress Jennifer Hudson's family, has pleaded not guilty in a Chicago court.
Balfour, who is the estranged husband of Hudson's sister, Monday pleaded not guilty to charges of first-degree murder and home invasion, People.com said.
He is being held without bail and his next court date was scheduled for January 27.

Dakota "LIkely" Impaired From Alcohol When Struck By Car...
Dakota Culkin who died after being struck by a car on December 9 in Los Angeles, had traces of alcohol in her system, Lt. Fred Corral of the Los Angeles County Department of Coroner tells People.com.
It is unknown what her blood alcohol level was. The sister of actors Macaulay, Rory and Kieran reportedly left Marina Del Rey bar shortly before she was struck. She was 29.

Police Probing Travolta Extortion Plot...
Lawyers for actor John Travolta and Kelly Preston say police in the Bahamas are looking into two individuals' alleged attempt to extort money from the couple.
The film stars' only son, Jett, died, reportedly of a seizure, on January 2 at the age of 16 while on vacation with his family in the Bahamas. His body was cremated and ashes brought back to Florida where his parents and 8-year-old sister have a home and where his funeral was held.
The Jacksonville Florida Times-Union said details about the alleged extortion plot against the Travoltas -- including exactly what the suspects wanted or what they threatened to do if their demands were not met -- have not been disclosed.

Jo Dee Messina Gives Birth To Son...
Jo Dee Messina's publicist told People magazine the country music star has given birth to a son in a Nashville-area hospital.
Born Monday afternoon, Noah Roger Deffenbaugh is the first child for Messina and her husband, Chris Deffenbaugh, who owns Deffenblaster Enterprises, which builds custom road cases and audio equipment.
Messina and Deffenbaugh married in October 2007.

Underwood, Hudson to Perform at Grammys...

Jennifer Hudson and Carrie Underwood are among those slated to sing at the upcoming 51st Grammy Awards telecast in Los Angeles, organizers said Monday.
They join previously announced performers and nominees Kenny Chesney, Coldplay, Jonas Brothers, Lil Wayne and Katy Perry.
Hudson is nominated for three awards this year -- Best Female R&B Vocal Performance for "Spotlight;" Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals for "I'm His Only Woman" (featuring Fantasia) and Best R&B Album for Jennifer Hudson.
Underwood is up for Best Female Country Vocal Performance for "Last Name."
The February 8 event will be broadcast live from the Staples Center on CBS.
Hudson has not performed publicly since the October slayings of her mother, brother and 7-year-old nephew, allegedly at the hands of her brother-in-law.
It was previously announced that Hudson would sing the national anthem at the Super Bowl in Tampa, Florida, February 1.

And That's The Dish!

 

American Idol 8: Auditions Round 3
20 January 09 07:22 PM | Zach | 1 comment(s)

Tonight we're heading to the city by the bay. Where big personalities and high fashion are still all the rage. We'll get an anatomy lesson and share a heartwarming story of a son's love.

This is American Idol!

San Fransisco California tonight! In previous seasons, we found Katherine McPhee and the ever favorite William Hung here!

Contestant 1.
Some lady from Puerto Rico. She's a full time singer and all that jazz... She thinks she's the next Idol. Her friend is a Psychic who told her she's going to be in the Top 12. And she has the most ANNOYING LAUGH IN THE WORLD. Her speech makes me want to puke. I dont think she'll even make it to Hollywood. Singing Never Loved a Man. She's not half bad. Simon says that she could do a lot of good things, just not singing. I dont like her singing at all. Simon says the trouble is she tries to copy the originals. Paula gives her a Yes. Randy gives her another Yes. Kara says she likes her vibe. I think they put her through to Hollywood just for the drama. I hope she doesnt make it to the top 12.  Her ego is is way too big for the Idol stage. Oh and if she laughs one more time.... shoot me.

Break time Reminder that tomorrow is the season premiere of Lie to Me! After Idol!!

Montage time of the sucky singers! First one was weird, second was boring. 

Contestant 2.
Weirdo with another annoying laugh! He says his coat will get him through to Hollywood. Singing Stars. Kinda funny, but it hurts my ears a bit as well too lol. Randy says it was Wild and gives it a No because it was torture. Simon says the outfit has bad as he's seen. Something about the carpet matching the drapes... All No's...

Contestant 3.
A family man. He says his whole family watches the show so he thinks he has what it takes to make it through. Simon says it's not going to work. They want to see the kids... so the kids march in... They let him sing again. Simon asks what the kids think, they both say "Hollywood". Simon said No. Paula said Yes. Kara said Yes. Randy said....Yes! He made it through because of his kids! I dont know if it's my speakers, or the judges have a bad ear this year. I dont see what the judges are seeing in the contestants...

Break time again! No popcorn this week, I'm still full from dinner. 

Another reminder that Fringe resumes its season right after Idol tonight!!

Contestant 4.
Rubix Cube solver.... I always wanted to get one just to try and figure out the trick to solving it. Sings in a reallllllllllllly high pitch.  Simon stares blankly at him. Randy is covering up his face. The guy said Simon keeps it interesting... Umm its a no...

Another bad guy...

Coming up, looks like Kara vs. Simon.... aka WWIV... and someone who thinks she knows a lot about vocals and such but is going to suck (as far as I can tell...)

Don't forget about Fringe! Presented with limited commercial breaks! After Idol tonight!!

OOhhhh we see all the bickering between Simon and Kara. It looks like they are going to bring a lot of drama to the season...

Contestant 5.
Freak with the the papers about all the vocal stuff.... Doesnt know how to pronounce half of em. And says "A ca pella-ly" Oh this should be fun... Singing her original song Makes me Love. The song is terrible. She said her song came from the wrong rectum. Yikes! Paula leaves. Kara hugs her and tells her it's time to go. She said "I shouldn't have let Simon iraktatate me" Does she know any english?

Time for a Break again.

Contestant 6.
Annie Murdock... Plays instruments and such. Singing a Ronnie Rates song... idk...she decides on Summertime. Painful! Simon said "it was like she was drunk." Yeah.... four No's...

Contestant 7.
Adam Lambert... singing since he was ten, he watched the show for the past seven seasons. He thinks he's the next Idol. Singing Bohemian Rhapsody. By the looks of him, I think he could make it! Paula said he's a really good singer. Simon said he's theatrical. Randy said Yes. Simon said Yes. Kara said Yes as well as Paula said yes.

When we return, we see the love story that they had been advertising the entire show. By the way the past two episodes have gone, if they advertise this guy this much, he's gotta be going through to Hollywood. 

Contestant 8.
At the moment, he plays music at night because he cares for his mother all day. She has a seizure disorder. He says his mom is the only woman in his life right now. She's so greatful that she raised him to be the way he is. He wants to buy her a house and make sure she's taken care of. He dedicates his audition to his mom. A very touching story. Simon says he has a great voice but has the personality of a ship singer. His voice is definitely different. Kara give him a Yes. as do the other 3 judges. He needs to work on his confidence a bit, but he could go far! 

Tomorrow night is in Louville, KY. We also see a threat against Simon tomorrow! It's going to be a good one! 

I'll also be blogging LIVE with the show again tomorrow. 

Out.

How to Write a Letter to the President of the United States of America
20 January 09 07:58 AM | Zach | with no comments

I thought this eHow article fit today's Inauguration festivities.

Do you want to say something to the president? Do you want a letter back? Here are some guidelines for sending a courteous letter to the President of the United States of America.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Things You’ll Need:

• Computer or typewriter
• Paper and Envelope
• Postage Stamps

Step 1

Organize your thoughts:

Take the time to jot down the general ideas that you want to convey in this letter. What is your subject? What are the facts? What is your opinion? Address only one topic in your letter. If you have additional topics, write an additional letter.

Step 2

Type your letter in the appropriate format:

Use the style of a business letter.
Include the date, your full name and mailing address.
The proper greeting is "Dear Mr. President".

 

Step 3

Continue your letter in a respectful tone. Use proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling. You want your message to be understood, and taken seriously. Never, ever threaten or harass in your letter. It is ok to express your opinion such as saying that you are upset or angry about a situation. It is NEVER acceptable to use threatening or harassing language. Do not use profanity.

 

Step 4

Proofreading:

Have someone else read over your letter before you send it. They can often see small mistakes that you have overlooked.

 

Step 5

Addressing and Mailing:

Use the correct address:

The White House
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20500

Use your correct mailing address if you hope to get a response.

Use the appropriate postage:

Use a first class letter rate stamp. How embarassing would it be for your letter to arrive "postage due"?

 

 

 

Tips & Warnings

• Be brief, concise, and courteous.
• Check your grammar, spelling, and tone.
• It is unlawful to threaten the President of the United States in any manner.
• While you are entitled to your opinions, you are not entitled to be rude or threatening.

 

BREAKING NEWS: FDA: 'Postpone' eating foods containing peanut butter
18 January 09 07:39 PM | Zach | with no comments

 It may not be news to you, but I've heard nothing about this!!

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Federal health authorities told consumers on Saturday to avoid eating products that contain peanut butter until they can determine the scope of an outbreak of salmonella food poisoning that may have contributed to six deaths.

"We urge consumers to postpone eating any products that may contain peanut butter until additional information becomes available," Dr. Stephen Sundlof of the Food and Drug Administration's Center for Food Safety said in a teleconference with reporters.

As of now, there is no indication that "major national name brand jars of peanut butter sold in retail stores are linked" to bulk supplies of peanut butter and peanut paste recalled for fear of possible contamination, the FDA said in a follow-up statement.

The company at the center of the matter, Peanut Corporation of America, or PCA, said it had been informed by health authorities that some samples of its products had tested positive for a salmonella strain that may have originated in a Blakely, Georgia, peanut processing plant.

The peanut butter and peanut paste recalled by PCA was used by many other manufacturers to make such products as cakes, crackers, candies, cookies and ice cream, the FDA said.

"In terms of food products which contain peanut butter, but have not yet been recalled, we urge consumers to postpone eating these products until information becomes available about whether that product may be affected," an e-mailed statement said. "We have been advised by manufacturers that product specific information may be available within the next few days."

The FDA is asking companies to check the records of their supply chain and determine if their ingredients came from PCA, and if so, to take "appropriate precautionary measures."

As of Friday night, 474 people had been reported infected by a salmonella outbreak linked to peanut butter by public health authorities in 43 of the 50 U.S. states, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said.

Twenty-three percent of the known cases had resulted in hospitalizations and the infections may have contributed to six deaths, said Dr. Robert Tauxe, deputy director of the Centers' division of Foodborne, Bacterial and Mycotic Diseases.

The very young, elderly and immuno-compromised were the most severely affected, he said in the teleconference. The reported illnesses began in September and 21 cases were reported on Friday.

The recalled peanut butter was sold in containers ranging in size from 5 pounds (2.3 kg) to 1,700 pounds (771 kg) and the peanut paste was sold in sizes ranging from 35-pound (16-kg) containers to tanker containers. None of the peanut butter or peanut paste being recalled so far is sold through retail stores, PCA said.

Kellogg Co said late on Friday it was recalling certain products that "have the potential to be contaminated," including some Austin and Keebler branded peanut butter snacks and some Famous Amos and Keebler Soft Batch cookies.

 

Windchill Calculations Chart
16 January 09 06:05 AM | Zach | 2 comment(s)

This is something that's always interested me... How they calculate the Windchill factor... They were talking about how its -5 out and with windchill its about -30. 

Also with this chart, you can tell how long you can stay outside without getting frostbite. According to this... I have about 30 minutes to clean my car...

Have a good day everyone!!

 

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