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Monday, July 27, 2015

CELEBRITY Q AND A: SINGER BRANDY.

About 20 years  ago, My dad and I were driving- to the grocery store, in a '73 Brohams (or as Oscar Winner Jamie Foxx put it- "Bro Ham." It was jet black NOT "Merlot."

Anyway, We were silently lost in our own thoughts, when a equally black, SUV pulled up to us, in right hand lane. Our car was in the center lane.The left passenger window went down and a girl who looked like Moesha, smiled at us. She sang,"I WANNA BE DOWN!"

I was lost in thought about college tests and thought the radio is on. I look over and she smiles. Her SUV pulls away and makes a right turn. My dad and I look at each other, with a "Was that Brandy look?!" The light changed and we had to continue on our way

Friday, July 17, 2015

LIKE PEPSI FOR MOVIE RENTAL.

Redbox, America's destination for new-release entertainment, and 7-Eleven® today announced a nationwide promotion that's giving consumers a free Redbox movie night with every 32-ounce Big Gulp® purchase, now through August 31.

"Not only is this the first national promotion that we've ever run with 7-Eleven, it's also the biggest promotion in Redbox's history," said Mark Horak, president of Redbox. "From now until the end of August, we expect to hand out millions of free movie nights to 7-Eleven customers which is a whole lot of new-release entertainment for movie and soda lovers nationwide."
To get their free movie nights, all consumers need to do is purchase a 32-ounce Big Gulp drink at any participating 7-Eleven store.  Attached to the side of the cup will be a tear-off label with a unique Redbox promo code (while supplies last).

This offer is exclusively available at participating 7-Eleven stores, and Redbox promo codes for a free 1-day DVD rental can be redeemed online or at any of Redbox's nearly 35,000 locations nationwide. To find a Redbox location near them, consumers can enter their ZIP codes at redbox.com/locations or download the Redbox app for an easy location finder, and to browse and reserve their movie in advance.

Tuesday, July 14, 2015

IS JANET JACKSON BACK?

Janet's Jackson's tour is not only UNBREAKABLE, it is now unstoppable thanks to her fans across North America. The recent BET Awards' Ultimate Icon honoree, multiple GRAMMY® Award-winner and multi-platinum selling artist announced a 2nd North American leg to her UNBREAKABLE WORLD TOUR with an additional 27 new cities added to what has become one of the most highly-anticipated international tours. Janet has been listening to her fans and their overwhelming response to both her new music and her tour. They've asked her to bring the UNBREAKABLE WORLD TOUR to their city and now she's giving even more fans a chance to be part of this year's most exciting tour.


The 2nd leg of the North American tour will kick off on January 12, 2016 in Portland, OR and will visit 27 cities including dates in New York City, Washington DC, Boston, Houston, Dallas, Philadelphia and more! A full list of dates on the 2nd leg of the UNBREAKABLE WORLD TOUR is below.  All dates on the tour are being co-produced by Miss Jackson's Rhythm Nation. Additional worldwide concerts will be announced at a later date.


Fans who pre-order the album on JanetJackson.com will receive presale access for premium seating beginning July 14 at 10:00 a.m. until July 19 at 10:00 p.m. before tickets are available to the public. Janet is very appreciative of everyone who purchases tickets, but also wants to thank the fans that purchase her music with a special enhanced experience at the show. Janet believes that music is the livelihood of not only the artist but also songwriters, studio musicians, back-up singers, producers, editors, engineers, stage hands, road crew, tour managers and more. By purchasing music, fans are showing their support for the industry as a whole, and for everyone involved in bringing music to life both in the studio and live on tour.


American Express® Card Members can purchase tickets before the general public beginning Tuesday, July 14 at 10:00 a.m. local through Sunday, July 19 at 10:00 p.m. local.
The UNBREAKABLE WORLD TOUR will return one of this world's most influential entertainers back to the live stage in support of her upcoming album due out this Fall on Rhythm Nation/BMG. The first single from the new album, No Sleeep, has already entered the Top Ten on the Urban AC and Billboard Hot R & B Songs charts, only two weeks after being released. 


The Unbreakable World Tour's first leg, a 39-date tour, starts Aug. 31 in Vancouver, BC, and includes stops in cities such as Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Atlanta, Nashville, Cincinnati and San Diego. 
In addition to Live Nation and Rhythm Nation, other concert promoters will include Nederlander Concerts, Jam Productions, Another Planet Entertainment, and such promoters as Bamp and Tommy Meharey.
Janet Jackson, iconic music artist, multi-award-winning songwriter, producer, singer, Oscar and Golden Globe nominee and winner of the NAACP Best Sporting Actor award, publisher, choreographer, dancer, Number One New York Times Best Selling Author, businessperson, and philanthropist, is one of the biggest-selling, most influential artists in popular music history. Having won 6 GRAMMY® Awards, along with dozens of American Music Awards, MTV Video Music Awards, BET honors, and Billboard Music Awards, Janet Jackson stands as one of the most prolific artists of all time with a string of hits that have left an indelible impression on pop culture. With sales of over 160 million records worldwide, her music and artistry have opened doors through which other top artists have followed, while acknowledging her impact on their musical perceptions.
For Janet Jackson news, please follow www.twitter.com/JanetJackson.


JANET JACKSON - UNBREAKABLE WORLD TOUR – SECOND LEGAll dates, cities and venues below subject to change.
All dates below on sale July 20.
Tuesday, January 12, 2016
Portland, OR
Moda Center
Wednesday, January 13, 2016
Seattle, WA
KeyArena
Friday, January 15, 2016
Sacramento, CA
Sleep Train Arena
Saturday, January 16, 2016
Anaheim, CA
Honda Center
Tuesday, January 19, 2016
Tucson, AZ
Tucson Arena
Thursday, January 21, 2016
San Antonio, TX
AT&T Center
Saturday, January 23, 2016
Houston, TX
Toyota Center
Sunday, January 24, 2016
Dallas, TX
American Airlines Center
Wednesday, January 27, 2016
Tulsa, OK
BOK Center
Friday, January 29, 2016
Indianapolis, IN
Bankers Life Fieldhouse
Saturday, January 30, 2016
Lexington, KY
Rupp Arena
Monday, February 01, 2016
Columbus, OH
Schottenstein Center
Tuesday, February 02, 2016
Cleveland, OH
Quicken Loans Arena
Friday, February 05, 2016
Detroit, MI
The Palace of Auburn Hills
Saturday, February 06, 2016
Pittsburgh, PA
CONSOL Energy Center
Wednesday, February 17, 2016
Newark, NJ
Prudential Center
Friday, February 19, 2016
Bethlehem, PA
Sands Bethlehem Events Center
Monday, February 22, 2016
Brooklyn, NY
Barclays Center
Wednesday, February 24, 2016
Philadelphia, PA
Wells Fargo Center
Friday, February 26, 2016
Boston, MA
TD Garden
Monday, February 29, 2016
Baltimore, MD
Royal Farms Arena
Tuesday, March 01, 2016
Washington, DC
Verizon Center
Thursday, March 03, 2016
Atlanta, GA
Philips Arena
Friday, March 04, 2016
Winston-Salem, NC
Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum
Sunday, March 06, 2016
Columbia, SC
Colonial Life Arena
Tuesday, March 08, 2016
Jacksonville, FL
Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena
Wednesday, March 09, 2016
Fort Lauderdale, FL 
BB&T Center

Thursday, June 25, 2015

FAMED MOVIE CRITIC, TO RERUN PAST INTERVIEWS FOR CHARITY.

After 44 years doing movie reviews and movie star interviews on the TV news at CBS and NBC in Los Angeles, David Sheehan has a new calling: an online web series called "The Other Side of Stardom."
Each week, Sheehan will revisit one of his classic interviews in an effort to bring the most provocative thoughts of Hollywood's most celebrated stars to a whole new audience. Al Pacino, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Robin Williams, and Tom Cruise are among the first stars to be featured.
All net proceeds from the series (FOR A YEAR) will benefit Sheehan's three favorite charities: Children of the Night, Habitat for Humanity, and St. Jude Children's Hospital.
"The Other Side of Stardom" represents a second chance for fans everywhere to experience Sheehan's very thoughtful and unusually personal conversations with a star-studded list of Hollywood greats, including:  Robert Redford, Julia Roberts, George Clooney, Michelle Feiffer, Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt, Jane Fonda, Clint Eastwood, Jack Nicholson, Warren Beatty, Denzel Washington, Johnny Depp, Leonardo DiCaprio, Paul Newman, Marlon Brando, Robin Williams, and more.
Actor Al Pacino is the first subject of "The Other Side of Stardom" series, prompted by critic Sheehan's rave review of Pacino's new movie "Manglehorn."
Sheehan's very personal interview with Pacino explores the acclaimed actor's attitudes about his own long life of acting, and what it has done for him (and to him) as a person.
"The Other Side of Stardom" is a co-production of Hollywood Close-Ups, Inc. and RetroVideo, Inc., directed by noted video editor Derek Bloom, editorial supervisors John Diamond & Mark Braverman, media managers AJ Barton, Toy Newkirk & Rob Neason, with Kellyann Chippendale and Jeff Jacobs, executive producers.

Wednesday, June 17, 2015

TOO SERIOUS SUPERHEROES, DESERVE SERIOUS FOOD.

 Denny's, America's iconic family diner, is pleased to announce its partnership with 20th Century Fox to bring the adventure of the summer movie event 'Fantastic Four', in theaters Aug. 7, to diners across the nation. To celebrate the highly anticipated movie, Denny's is offering one lucky Fantastic Four fan a trip for two to the movie premiere on Aug. 4. Now, through July 19, fans may visit www.dennysfantastic4.com to enter for a chance to win the trip of a lifetime.

As the official restaurant partner of the new movie, Denny's will also offer guests action-packed fare with the new limited time 'Slamtastic 4' menu, featuring a selection of iconic Denny's dishes inspired by Marvel's first family of superheroes. Available June 23, the new menu explodes with dishes such as the sizzling Human Torch Skillet, The Thing Burger and the Invisible Woman Slam®.
"As America's diner, we are known for our 'come as you are' atmosphere that welcomes and embraces guests from all walks of life, even superheroes! We are thrilled to partner with 20th Century Fox to combine the high-powered spirit of the Fantastic Four movie with our classic diner atmosphere for an epic experience that offers something for everyone," said John Dillon, @DillonJohnW, senior vice president and chief marketing officer of Denny's Corporation. "From our 'Slamtastic 4' superhero-themed menu to in-store merchandising and a national sweepstakes for fans, we were inspired by the movie's classic comic book characters and look forward to celebrating the upcoming movie debut with fans."
"Denny's is an iconic American brand serving millions of Americans every week, so we are excited to work with them on this comprehensive and inspired campaign," said Zachary Eller, Senior Vice President, Marketing Partnerships, 20th Century Fox. "We know that Denny's customers are frequent moviegoers who love this property, so this partnership is a natural fit with Fantastic Four."

In addition to the exclusive sweepstakes and fantastic diner creations, guests will have plenty of other ways to enjoy a taste of the movie at Denny's. Dedicated TV spots, which will begin to air nationally the week of July 6, brings the Fantastic Four characters straight to America's Diner, while the brand's Instagram channel will be posting a series of exclusive clips for followers throughout the partnership. Denny's diner gang from 'The Grand Slams' web series will also be getting a superhero-inspired makeover in two exclusive Fantastic Four episodes featured on www.thegrandslams.com beginning July 1.

In theaters everywhere Aug. 7, Fantastic Four is a contemporary re-imagining of Marvel's original and longest-running superhero team. The film centers on four young outsiders who teleport to an alternate and dangerous universe, which alters their physical form in shocking ways. Their lives irrevocably upended, the team must learn to harness their daunting new abilities and work together to save Earth from a former friend turned enemy.
The film stars Miles Teller, Michael B. Jordan, Kate Mara, Jamie Bell, Toby Kebbell, Reg E. Cathey, and Tim Blake Nelson. Josh Trank directed from a screenplay by Jeremy Slater and Simon Kinberg and Josh Trank, based on the Marvel Comic Book by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby

Wednesday, June 03, 2015

ROCK ON FOR SAFETY!

Created pro bono by Warner Bros. for the Ad Council, the new creative includes English language TV and radio advertising and uses scenes from the feature film San Andreas to amplify earthquake safety awareness and the protective actions that can be taken in the event of an earthquake. Featuring Dwayne Johnson, one of the stars of the film, the PSAs educate audiences on the three steps to take if an earthquake strikes; “Drop, Cover and Hold On.” The PSAs direct audiences to Ready.gov/Earthquake, where visitors can access more information on how to protect themselves, their families, and property before, during, and after an earthquake. It is critically important to highlight the steps people can take to protect themselves from an earthquake. According to joint research by the U.S. Geological Service (USGS) and FEMA, nearly half the U.S. population, 150 million Americans, are exposed to potentially damaging earthquake shaking. “Earthquakes can occur anywhere in the U.S. without warning,” said FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate. “The PSA provides earthquake safety tips that are vital to preparing yourself and your family to react quickly, which will save lives.” The new PSAs are an extension of FEMA and the Ad Council’s Ready campaign, which has helped to generate more than 87 million unique visitors to the campaign’s website Ready.gov since its launch in 2003. Through the Ad Council, to date, the Ready campaign has received more than $1.1 billion in donated media. “We are glad that Dwayne Johnson and Warner Bros. are helping to support the important earthquake preparedness messaging behind our Ready campaign,” said Lisa Sherman, president and CEO of the Ad Council. “It is through strategic partnerships such as this that we can reach the largest audience possible, and families can learn how to be prepared in the event of a disaster.” The Ad Council is distributing the new PSAs to media outlets nationwide this week and the PSAs will run and air in advertising time and space donated by the media. For more information on the campaign visit Ready.gov/Earthquake

Thursday, May 28, 2015

GO TO HELL JAIL, SCREECH!


"AMERICA," THE BERNIE MAC SHOW IS ON BOUNCE TV NOW.

 Bounce TV -- the nation's first and only broadcast television network designed for African American audiences -- has licensed the broadcast television rights to all five seasons and 104 episodes of the Peabody and EMMY award-winning sitcom The Bernie Mac Show in a multi-year agreement with Twentieth Television announced today.
Bounce TV will air the The Bernie Mac Show Monday-Friday with back-to-back episodes from 8:00-9:00 pm (ET) beginning June first.  The sitcom joins The Hughleys (7:00-8:00pm) and The Parent 'Hood  (6:00-7:00 pm) in Bounce TV's early evening line-up.

In the series, Bernie Mac stars as a famous stand-up comedian living large in Los Angeles with his beautiful wife Wanda (Kellita Smith). However, their world changes when they suddenly must take custody of his sister's three children when she is ordered into rehab. The critically-acclaimed show, loosely based on Mac's stand-up comedy act, was a mainstay on FOX from 2001-2006. Mac's character being a celebrity allowed for a who's who of stars to make guest appearances on the show including Chris Rock, Halle Berry, Don Cheadle, Charles Barkley, Snoop Dog and Ice Cube. The series was created by Larry Wilmore, now the host of The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore on Comedy Central.

Bounce TV is the fastest-growing African-American (AA) network on television and has become the #2 most-watched among all AA networks.  The network airs on the digital broadcast signals of local television stations and corresponding cable carriage and features a programming mix of original and off-network series, theatrical motion pictures, specials, live sports and more.  Bounce TV has grown to be available in more than 85 million homes across 90 markets, 90% of African American television homes -- including all of the top AA television markets -- and three quarters of the total television homes in the United States. Among the founders of Bounce TV are iconic American figures Martin Luther King, III and Ambassador Andrew Young.

Friday, May 15, 2015

THE KING IS DEAD,JAMMING W/ JESUS C.

SiriusXM today announced that its blues channel, B.B. King's Bluesville, which was created in partnership with blues legend B.B. King, will pay tribute to the beloved musician's life and career with special programming through Sunday and over the upcoming Memorial Day weekend.

B.B. King's SiriusXM channel, devoted to authentic blues from the past to the present, will feature special tributes showcasing music from King's iconic career including his work with other artists such as U2 and Eric Clapton. The channel invites listeners to call in to share personal memories, favorite songs and more. Listeners can call 866-267-0454.

SiriusXM's B.B. King's Bluesville will air only B.B. King's music all weekend until Monday, May 18 at 12:00 am ET.  Also over Memorial Day Weekend, B.B. King's Bluesville will feature an extensive, weekend-long tribute to B.B. King featuring music, artist remembrances and tributes from listeners.

B.B. King's Bluesville airs via satellite on channel 70 and through the SiriusXM App on smartphones and other connected devices, as well as online at siriusxm.com.
For more information on SiriusXM, please visit www.siriusxm.com.



NEXT TO LAST MILLION $ AMERICAN IDOL WINNER- TO FIRST PERFORM ON PBS.

The NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT welcomes AMERICAN IDOL XIV's newly crowned $1,000,000 winner, Nick Fradiani, to the U.S. Capitol on Memorial Day weekend to perform the "National Anthem," honoring the service and sacrifice of all our men and women in uniform, their families at home and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

 The 26th annual broadcast of the NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT airs live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol on PBS Sunday, May 24, 2015 from 8:00 to 9:30 p.m. ET, before an on-site audience of hundreds of thousands, millions more at home, as well as to our troops serving around the world on the American Forces Network.
"I feel honored to be able to sing at the U.S. Capitol on the eve of Memorial Day," said Fradiani.  "It's an incredible opportunity to pay my deepest respects to our soldiers and military families for their service and sacrifice."


The multi award-winning program will be co-hosted for the tenth year by the Tony Award-winner Joe Mantegna (CRIMINAL MINDS) and Scumbag Emmy Award-winner Gary Sinise, two acclaimed actors who have dedicated themselves to veterans causes and supporting our troops in active service. No woman will help with the co-hosting duties, on the most liberal network in America.

In addition to Fradiani, the all-star line-up includes: distinguished American leader General Colin L. Powell USA (Ret.); seven-time Grammy Award-winner, and international superstar Gloria Estefan; Academy Award-nominated and Emmy Award-winning actor Laurence Fishburne; actor/producer/director Esai Morales; THE VOICE season five winner Tessanne Chin; acclaimed film and television actress Stefanie Scott (INSIDIOUS: CHAPTER 3;  JEM AND THE HOLOGRAMS); actor/musician Jason Dolley; Tony Award-winning actress and singer Laura Benanti; the world's most prolific classical cross-over star Katherine Jenkins; and world renowned tenor Russell Watson in performance with the National Symphony Orchestra under the direction of top pops conductor Jack Everly

Monday, May 11, 2015

TOM HANKS IS BACK AS ROBERT "HOW'S MY HAIR?!" LANGDON.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Principal photography has commenced on Inferno, the new film in Columbia Pictures' Robert Langdon series,
which has taken in more than $1.2 billion worldwide to date. The film is slated for release on October 14, 2016.
In the film, Academy Award® winner Tom Hanks reprises his role as Robert Langdon. He is joined by an international cast of actors, including Felicity Jones, Ben Foster, and Sidse Babett Knudsen. The film is directed by Ron Howard and produced by Brian Grazer and Ron Howard. The screenplay is by David Koepp, based on the book by Dan Brown. The project's executive producers are David Householter, Dan Brown, Anna Culp, and William M. Connor.
Inferno continues the Harvard symbologist's adventures on screen: when Robert Langdon wakes up in an Italian hospital with amnesia, he teams up with Sienna Brooks, a doctor he hopes will help him recover his memories and prevent a madman from releasing a global plague connected to Dante's "Inferno."
Commenting on the announcement, Howard said, "I'm so excited to be starting production on our third Robert Langdon film. Audiences everywhere have shown a tremendous appetite for the Robert Langdon adventures and Inferno has all of the intrigue and action they could want."
The film will be shot on location in such exotic cities as Florence, Venice, and Budapest.
Howard's production team includes Director of Photography Salvatore Totino, Production Designer Peter Wenham, Editors Dan Hanley and Tom Elkins.

THE DEATH OF AN IDOL.


Later.