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NEW YORK, April 3 /PRNewswire/ -- With Spring in the air and the start of "wedding season" rapidly approaching, fans nationwide are bracing to see if their favorite Hollywood Hottie will be tying the knot this summer. And, as Tinsletown elites such as Josh Duhamel and Fergie, Jessica Alba, Ali Larter, and Jennifer Love Hewitt continue to plan their nuptials, Date.com, one of the leading online dating services, couldn't help but wonder if there's actually such a thing as the marrying kind.
And so, in a new survey of singles nationwide, we asked: Which Hollywood Hottie Do You Think Will Get Hitched in 2008?
"Regardless of the recent wedding rumors, Date.com members are not just ready to see Brad Pitt tie the knot with Angelina Jolie, but they truly want Jennifer Aniston to find her soulmate too," said Shira Zwebner, Director of Public Relations for Date.com. "Women, meanwhile, felt that George Clooney escorting Sarah Larson down the red carpet at this year's Oscar's could mean he's ready to escort her down the marriage aisle too, while men predicted that it's only a matter of time before Paris Hilton adds Mrs. to her impressive list of titles."
Following are the complete poll results:
WOMEN
Brad Pitt 33.3%
George Clooney 22.2%
Justin Timberlake 9.5%
Ryan Seacrest 9.5%
Harrison Ford 7.9%
Jake Gyllenhaal 4.8%
Shemar Moore 4.8%
Orlando Bloom 4.8%
Javier Bardem 3.2%
Kiefer Sutherland 0.0%
MEN
Jennifer Aniston 20.3%
Paris Hilton 17.7%
Penelope Cruz 12.7%
Britney Spears 10.1%
Beyonce 10.1%
Reese Witherspoon 8.9%
Lindsay Lohan 7.6%
Cameron Diaz 6.3%
Renee Zellweger 3.8%
Sarah Silverman 2.5%
About Date.com
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Date.com, where "Every Relationship Begins with a Date", is an online dating community committed to helping its members find and maintain the best relationship for them. Launched on Valentine's Day 1997, Date.com has become one of the world's most popular dating sites. Over 10 million members worldwide have used its online dating service, because it offers a convenient and safe way for singles to meet. The site attracts millions of visitors and introduces thousands of couples each month. Included in Date.com's larger network of dating sites is Matchmaker.com, which as the oldest online dating site launched in 1986, and Amor.com, a rapidly growing destination for Hispanic singles. Additional information is available at www.date.com.
Source: Date.com
SAN FRANCISCO, March 27 /PRNewswire/ -- Gydget announced today that AEG Live, one of the largest concert promoters and special events companies in the world, is using its viral fan widget, or gydget, to keep Reba and Kelly Clarkson fans united following the sold-out 2 Worlds 2 Voices Tour that ended in mid-February. AEG Live launched a contest at the end of February using the widget as the primary communications vehicle. The contest encourages fans to submit their tour photos and videos for display within the widget. The thousands of die-hard fans who have the widget on their personal web pages are immediately updated as new content is added and have come to depend on the gydget for news from Reba and Kelly. Each month a fan that has submitted content is selected to win a Reba and Kelly prize package featuring cds, tour merchandise and autographed photos. Thousands of fans have already submitted their personal photos and videos from the shows. Fans can grab the gydget and get more information about the contest at http://www.gydget.com/contests/reba_and_kelly.
"We originally built a gydget to help drive ticket sales for the Reba and Kelly Clarkson Tour," said Glenn Miller, Internet Marketing Manager at AEG Live. "But when the tour ended and I looked back and saw how many fans had grabbed the gydget, I wanted to reward their loyalty by providing exclusive content from the tour within the gydget. Plus, it's a great way to maintain fan loyalty," added Mr. Miller.
"Music fans that grab widgets and proudly display they them on their profile pages are the most loyal fans," said Gerardo Capiel, CEO of Gydget. "It's great to see a promoter like AEG Live fostering these fan relationships and using the gydget as a vehicle to provide unique content."
Six months after launching Gydget.com, almost 900 artists and teams and thousands of independent bands have created customized fan widgets, or gydgets, to increase their exposure on social networking sites. In addition to the four major labels, Gydget customers include independent music distributor, IRIS Distribution, digital media services company, The Orchard, and leading artist management firms and promoters.
About Gydget:
Gydget provides a social marketing platform that allows music groups, sports teams, non-profits and other organizations to reach their audiences where they congregate most: at social networking and fanbased Web sites. Gydgets, the company's groundbreaking viral fan widgets, make it easy for promoters and bands to share event dates, box-office and merchandise links, music, news, videos and other information directly with fans and their friends who can, with a simple mouse click, add the gydgets to their personal profile pages, blogs and web sites. Gydget technology is used by many of the world's leading entertainers and sports teams including Beyonce, Gwen Stefani, The Police, The National Hockey League and the Oakland Raiders. Visit http://www.gydget.com/ for more information.
Source: Gydget
Web site: http://www.gydget.com/
Five Of Today's Hottest Bands Perform Private Shows in Five Major Cities, Supported by Four Different Carriers - All United Through Samsung - For An Exclusive Music Experience!
Interactive sampling areas allow consumers to experience Samsung mobile phones featuring enhanced multimedia capabilities, music and entertainment for consumers on the go!
LOS ANGELES, March 17 /PRNewswire/ -- Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung) has announced the first annual Samsung Sound Check, an exclusive music tour with leading musical acts, designed to provide consumers with rare, private concerts and the opportunity to experience the latest in music-centric mobile phones.
In five cities from late-March to mid-May, Samsung Sound Check will deliver five one-night private music events with tickets only available via radio promotions, street teams, and online registration.
The Samsung Sound Check Line-Up:
-- Ne-Yo in New Orleans, LA on March 27, Presented by Alltel Wireless
-- Jimmy Eat World in Charlotte, NC on March 30, Presented by Alltel
Wireless
-- Gym Class Heroes in Chicago, IL on April 10, Presented by U.S. Cellular
-- Paramore in Houston, TX on April 29, Presented by CricKet Wireless
-- Sean Kingston in Las Vegas on May 14
"With Samsung Sound Check, we are able to thank our customers with a cool, live musical event, while also showcasing the premiere music experience you can achieve with our innovative mobile phones," said Bill Ogle, Chief Marketing Officer, Samsung Telecommunications America.
Each Samsung Sound Check event will feature a one hour, high-energy performance by a headline band as well as music by Los Angeles-based DJ, Matthew Sullivan, a vinyl collector 'since infancy' who has performed with the likes of Ludacris, Kinky, The Bravery, The All-American Rejects and Big & Rich, and who prides himself on spinning out the most appropriate sounds for his audience. Other highlights of the night will include interactive half-shell phone booths that will showcase the capabilities of Samsung's latest mobile phone offerings. The event will also give visitors an opportunity to win a number of prizes including a selection of the phones featured at each venue.
For more information on the Samsung Sound Check series as well as the products available through Alltel Wireless, U.S. Cellular and CricKet Wireless, please visit http://www.samsungsoundcheck.com/ or http://www.samsungwireless.com/.
About the bands: NE-YO -- Performing at House of Blues in New Orleans, LA (March 27)
Grammy award winning and multi-platinum songwriter, arranger, and vocalist Ne-Yo has solidified as a true artist. Responsible for two of three of the most played songs in radio history, Beyonce's "Irreplaceable" and Mario's "Let Me Love You," Ne-Yo has two double platinum albums to his credit and multiple #1 singles. Multi-nominated, Ne-Yo won the prestigious Male R&B/Hip-Hop Artist of the Year award at the 2006 Billboard Awards and was nominated for two Grammy's that year: Best Male R&B Vocal Performance for his chart-topping hit "So Sick" and Best Contemporary R&B Album, "In My Own Words." His second album, "Because of You," released in 2007, showcased Ne-Yo's stellar growth as a songwriter, his maturity and his prowess as a performer, and won the Grammy for Best Contemporary R&B Album (as well as being nominated for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance). Most recently he penned chart-topping songs for Mary J. Blige and Janet Jackson.
JIMMY EAT WORLD -- Performing at Amos' South End in Charlotte, NC (March 30)
With 10+ years of international success under their belt, Jimmy Eat World is one of the leading rock bands touring today. Formed in Mesa, Arizona in 1994 by singer/guitarist Jim Adkins and drummer Zach Lind, they released their debut album "Static Prevails" in 1996, followed by "Clarity" in 1999. The latter title in particular was a pioneering record that resonated immediately with young listeners and is widely cited as a hugely influential record to this day. Jimmy Eat World's platinum breakthrough album Bleed American was issued in 2001, and was retitled as Jimmy Eat World but will be receiving deluxe reissue treatment under the original title this year. Bleed American included the smash hits "The Middle" and "Sweetness," and propelled the band to platinum status, sold out tours, an appearance on Saturday Night Live, an MTV Video Award nomination, invitations to tour with Green Day, Weezer and Blink-182, and critical acclaim on year-end lists from top-notch music publications. Their fifth album Futures debuted at number six on the Billboard charts, featured the Modern Rock hit "Pain," and quickly achieved gold status. Jimmy Eat World is currently touring in support of their sixth studio album, Chase This Light, the most emotionally and sonically expansive record of the bands 13-year career. Chase This Light's highlights "Big Casino" and "Always Be" seamlessly combine deep, heartfelt expression with the razor sharp hooks that have always been the band's stock in trade.
GYM CLASS HEROES -- Performing at Park West in Chicago, IL (April 10)
Melding elements of rap, rock, R&B, and funk into one cohesive and melodic sound, upstate New York's Gym Class Heroes have diverse appeal due to their impressive musical dexterity. With their music rooted in traditional hip-hop, the quartet's music also features live instruments instead of looped samples or beats, and lyrics that are often socially conscious yet with a sense of humor. The formation of the band dates back to the late 90's when MC Travis "Schleprok" McCoy and drummer Matt McGinley became friends during high-school gym class. The band was officially formed in 2001 with the two high school friends eventually teaming up with guitarist Disashi Lumumba-Kasongo and bassist Eric Roberts. After several albums, and many concert tours, the Gym Class Heroes' profile notably increased at the end of 2006 with the release of their Album "As Cruel As School Children" and the single "Cupid's Chokehold/Breakfast in America," which hit number four on Billboard's Hot 100 and remained in constant rotation on radio and MTV during the spring of 2007. From the word go, Gym Class Heroes have defined themselves via a free-thinking philosophy, always breaking musical boundaries and changing perceptions of what hip-hop or indie or rock can be. With "As Cruel As School Children," Gym Class Heroes make plain that they are proudly unified in their disorderly vision, confident that their integrity will pay off dividends in the end. For more information, go to http://www.gymclassheroes.com/ or http://www.myspace.com/gymclassheroes.
PARAMORE -- Performing at Meridien in Houston, TX (April 29)
Paramore, the rapidly emerging pop-punk quintet from Tennessee, has been building a near-deafening "next big thing" buzz. Driven by riveting live shows and the undeniable charisma of their front woman, 19-year-old Hayley Williams, they have captivated an increasingly rabid following. Confronted by the double-edged sword of overwhelming early praise, Paramore has risen to the challenge and recorded an album that happily delivers on all the claims made on their behalf. With their new Fueled By Ramen collection, "RIOT!," they announce that they have the talent, the passion, and the songs to take themselves to the next level! The band's rise has been the result of consistent hard work since Hayley first met guitarist Josh Farro and his younger brother Zac (drums) while they were together in school four years ago. After adding bassist Jeremy Davis, Paramore was formed in 2004. They played their first show in Nashville, and were soon building a local fan base. After just a few months of gigging, the band had their first big break in early 2005, when Fueled By Ramen founder John Janick saw them at a gig in Florida, was instantly struck by their presence and their dedication, and immediately signed them. Upon the release of their debut album, "All We Know Is Falling," in the summer of 2005, the music community began taking immediate notice of the band. Nonstop touring throughout 2006 continued to build momentum, culminating with a sold-out headlining tour of North America in the fall of 2006, as well as successful tours of both Europe and Japan. "Next big things" come and go, but it is obvious that Paramore has something special -- both talent and staying power. "RIOT" is the band's declaration of ambition, musical growth, and dedication.
SEAN KINGSTON -- Performing at Empire Ballroom in Las Vegas, NV (May 14)
Sean Kingston, the 18 year-old Miami born, Jamaica bred artist, is not just a new face in popular music; he's accomplished the rare task of creating a new genre where rap, reggae, pop, doo-wop and remarkable songwriting all combine into something totally refreshing. Discovered on the popular social networking site, MySpace, Kingston has become a force to be reckoned with since his debut, self-titled debut album launched on July 31, 2007 on Epic Records. Kingston continues to command the charts with his #1 smash hit in 21 countries, "Beautiful Girls," and his second and third top ten singles "Me Love" and "Take You There." Additionally, Sean is featured on Natasha Bedingfield's latest hit, "Love Like This." For more information on Sean Kingston, please visit http://www.seankingston.com/, http://www.myspace.com/SeanKingston or http://www.epicrecords.com/.
About the sponsors: About Samsung Telecommunications America
Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC, a Dallas-based subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., researches, develops and markets wireless handsets and telecommunications products throughout North America. For more information, please visit http://www.samsungwireless.com/.
About Samsung
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2006 parent company sales of US$63.4 billion and net income of US$8.5 billion. Employing approximately 138,000 people in 124 offices in 56 countries, the company consists of five main business units: Digital Media Business, LCD Business, Semiconductor Business, Telecommunication Network Business and Digital Appliance Business. Recognized as one of the fastest growing global brands, Samsung Electronics is a leading producer of digital TVs, memory chips, mobile phones and TFT-LCDs. For more information, please visit http://www.samsung.com/.
About Alltel
Alltel is owner and operator of the nation's largest wireless network and has nearly 12 million customers. Alltel, NYSE: AT. For more information, please visit http://www.alltel.com/.
About Leap
Leap provides innovative, high-value wireless services to a fast-growing, young and ethnically diverse customer base. With the value of unlimited wireless services as the foundation of its business, Leap pioneered both the Cricket(R) and Jump(TM) Mobile services. The Company and its joint ventures now operate in 23 states and hold licenses in 35 of the top 50 U.S. markets. Through its affordable, flat-rate service plans, CricKet Wireless offers customers a choice of unlimited voice, text, data and mobile Web services. Jump Mobile is a unique prepaid wireless service designed for the mobile-dependent, urban youth market. Headquartered in San Diego, Calif., Leap is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the ticker symbol "LEAP." For more information, please visit http://www.leapwireless.com/.
About U.S. Cellular
U.S. Cellular is the nation's sixth-largest wireless service carrier, providing wireless service to six million customers in 26 states. The Chicago-based company employs 8,000 associates and operates on a customer satisfaction strategy, meeting customer needs by providing a comprehensive range of wireless products and services, superior customer support, and a high-quality network.
Source: Samsung Telecommunications America
Web site: http://www.samsungwireless.com/
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http://www.samsungsoundcheck.com/
http://www.alltel.com/
http://www.leapwireless.com/
http://www.gymclassheroes.com/
http://www.seankingston.com/
IRVINE, Calif., March 7 /PRNewswire/ -- For the second time in less than a month, the real estate bubble has burst on a rich and famous homeowner's palatial estate. Following closely on the heels of another trophy property recently sold on the auction block, Michael Jackson's Neverland Ranch is set to possibly suffer a similar fate.
On March 19, at 1:00 p.m., Michael Jackson's Neverland Ranch in Los Olivos, Calif., is scheduled for a public auction at the Santa Barbara County Courthouse at 1100 Anacapa Street. The opening bid is estimated to be at least $20,000,000. The sprawling Jackson estate -- located at 5225 Figueroa Mountain Road -- sits on 2,800 acres of rolling hills in California's wine county north of Santa Barbara. Financial Title Co. filed the notice of trustee's sale with the Santa Barbara County Superior Court on Feb. 26. The auction notice for the property was recently posted on RealtyTrac, the leading online marketplace for foreclosure properties (www.realtytrac.com/PropertyDetails/PropertyDetails.aspx?propid=16967922).
"We are starting to see evidence of a rise in high-end foreclosures across the nation," said James J. Saccacio, chief executive officer at RealtyTrac. "With the auction of the Hearst mansion in Palm Beach, Fla., and the scheduled auction of Michael Jackson's Neverland Ranch, it appears that even the rich and famous are not immune to foreclosure."
Last month, the oceanfront south Florida mega mansion owned by the widow of publishing heir Randolph Hearst went on the auction block at the Palm Beach County Courthouse. Veronica Hearst's Manalapan estate -- known locally as Villa Venezio -- was auctioned for $22 million. Sitting on 3.5 acres of beachfront property, the 32,000 square foot trophy mansion -- complete with 9 bedrooms and 12 full bathrooms -- was originally built in 1929 for the grandson of Cornelius Vanderbilt.
About RealtyTrac Inc.
Ranked as the third largest real estate site by MediaMetrix and No. 53 on Inc. magazine's 2006 Inc. 500 list of the nation's fastest-growing private companies, RealtyTrac Inc. (http://www.realtytrac.com/), is the leading online marketplace for foreclosure properties, providing all the resources that home seekers, investors and real estate agents need to locate, evaluate and buy properties below market value.
Founded in 1996, RealtyTrac publishes the largest and most comprehensive national database of pre-foreclosure, foreclosure, For Sale By Owner, resale and new construction properties, with more than 1 million properties across the country, property reports, productivity tools and extensive professional resources. RealtyTrac hosts nearly 3 million unique visitors monthly and has been chosen to supply foreclosure data to MSN Real Estate, Yahoo! Real Estate and The Wall Street Journal's Real Estate Journal. For more information, visit http://www.realtytrac.com/.
Source: RealtyTrac Inc.
Web site: http://www.realtytrac.com/
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 11 /PRNewswire/ -- The Palazzo Las Vegas, the newest hotel on the Las Vegas Strip in nearly three years, announced today that three-time Grammy award winning performer, Seal, has been added to the star-studded grand opening concert lineup.
The January 19 concert concludes a weekend of spectacular grand opening events for The Palazzo Las Vegas resort. Luminaries and Legends will be hosted by Wayne Brady and feature performances by legend Diana Ross, Seal, Andy Garcia & The Cineson All-Stars, the cast of JERSEY BOYS, along with some surprise guest appearances.
As the only grand opening event open to the public, tickets to this rare opportunity to be involved in Las Vegas history are available for purchase starting at $129 (all-inclusive) for grandstand seats. To purchase tickets and be among the first to check out The Palazzo, visit http://www.palazzolasvegas.com/ or call 702-414-9000.
Statements in this press release, which are not historical facts, are "forward looking" statements that are made pursuant to the Safe Harbor Provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements involve a number of risks, uncertainties or other factors beyond the Company's control, which may cause material differences in actual results, performance or other expectations. These factors include, but are not limited to general economic conditions, competition, new ventures, government regulation, legalization of gaming, interest rates, future terrorist acts, insurance, and other factors detailed in the reports filed by Las Vegas Sands Corp. with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Source: The Palazzo Las Vegas
Web site: http://www.palazzolasvegas.com/
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MTV Announces New Categories Honoring Year-Long, All-Around Achievements of Artists
NEW YORK, Aug. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- The "2007 MTV Video Music Awards" is set to take over the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas Sunday, September 9th at 9PM (Live ET/Tape Delayed PT.) To get things started, today the VMA's hijacked a special edition of "TRL" to announce nominees, performers and much more for the September 9th musical extravaganza. Artists nominated for the "2007 MTV Video Music Awards" include Justin Timberlake and Beyonce with seven nominations each; Kanye West and Rihanna received five nominations while Amy Winehouse received three nods. Timbaland, Kanye West, Fall Out Boy, Lily Allen, Amy Winehouse, Chris Brown, Foo Fighters and Rihanna are all scheduled to perform at the "2007 MTV Video Music Awards." In addition, Justin Timberlake and Timbaland are set to host their own Fantasy Suite party. Additional performers and presenters will be announced shortly.
In tune with the total reinvention of this year's show, MTV has pared down the categories to eight to be awarded during the live two hour show including new categories:
-- Male Artist of the Year / Female Artist of the Year -- recognizes the
artist's complete body of work throughout 2007.
-- Most Earthshattering Collaboration -- a new award that recognizes the
best teaming of creative minds in 2007.
-- Monster Single of the Year -- awarded to that unavoidable super smash
that you just can't get outta your head!
-- Quadruple Threat award --- honors those boundary-busting artists who
have conquered multiple worlds including, but not limited to; music,
fashion, philanthropy, business, acting and dance.
"What great nominees! They truly reflect a stellar year in music and videos and show some love to the new faces that burst onto the scene this year," said MTV President Christina Norman.
The Ballots for "The 2007 MTV Video Music Awards" were sent out for the first time to artists and musical tastemakers as well as to an exclusive industry group and viewers who determined the nominees for the telecast. Approximately 50 viewers and individuals representing record labels, music journalists, video directors and music producers, selected the nominees for awards categories encompassing such wide-ranging contemporary music forms as rap, dance, R&B and rock. Ballots are cast online and duplication is avoided through a special control number assigned to each ballot, which can only be tallied once.
Shugoll Research is the Official Business Advisor of the "2007 MTV Video Music Awards".
Voting for "Best New Artist" begins August 7th through the show Live on September 9th. Viewers can vote by visiting www.vma.mtv.com.
Jesse Ignjatovic is the Executive Producer, Den of Thieves for the "2007 MTV Video Music Awards." Dave Sirulnick is Executive Producer. Chris Choun is Co-Executive Producer. Jen Jones and Jane Mun are Co-Producers. Amy Doyle and Joanna Bomberg are Music Talent Executives. Robin Reinhardt-Locke is Celebrity Talent Executive. Garrett English is Executive in Charge of Production. Hamish Hamilton is Director.
Following are the nominees for the "2007 MTV Video Music Awards"
GENERAL CATEGORIES
VIDEO OF THE YEAR
AMY WINEHOUSE
"Rehab"
Back To Black
Universal Republic
Director: Phil Griffin
Producer: Hywit Abate
Production Company: Bikini Films
BEYONCE
"Irreplaceable"
B'Day
Columbia Records
Director: Anthony Mandler
Producer: Kim Bradshaw
Production Company: Box Fresh Pictures
JUSTICE
"D.A.N.C.E."
Vice Records
Director: Jonas & Francois
Producer: Jonas & Francois
Production Company: 75 Prod
JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE
"What Goes Around ... Comes Around"
Future Sex/Love Sounds
Jive Records/Zomba Label Group
Director: Samuel Bayer
Producer: Veronica Zelle
Production Company: H.S.I. Productions
KANYE WEST
"Stronger"
Graduation
Hip Hop Since 1978/Roc-A-Fella/Island Def Jam
Director: Hype Williams
Producer: Hype Williams
Production Company: Naaila Entertainment
RIHANNA featuring JAY-Z
"Umbrella"
Good Girl Gone Bad
Def Jam
Director: Chris Applebaum
Producer: John Hardin
Production Company: Reactor Films
MALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR
AKON
"Don't Matter"
Konvicted
Universal Motown
Director: Gil Green
Producer: Jeff Panteleo
Production Company: Partizan Entertainment
Featuring EMINEM
"Smack That"
Konvicted
Universal Motown
Director: Benny Boom
Producer: David Duarte
Production Company: F.M. Rocks
JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE
Featuring T.I.
"Let Me Talk To You/My Love"
Future Sex/Love Sounds
Jive Records/Zomba Label Group
Director: Paul Hunter
Producer: Veronica Zelle
Production Company: H.S.I. Productions
Featuring TIMBALAND
"Sexy Back"
Future Sex/Love Sounds
Jive Records/Zomba Label Group
Director: Michael Haussman
Producer: Nina Huang
Production Company: H.S.I. Productions
And SNOOP DOGG
"I Wanna Love You"
Konvicted
Universal Motown
Director: Benny Boom
Producer: Jeff Panteleo
Production Company: Partizan Entertainment
"Love Stoned/I Think She Knows Interlude"
Future Sex/Love Sounds
Jive Records/Zomba Label Group
Director: Robert Hales
Producer: Richard Weaver & Oualid Mousaness
Production Company: H.S.I. Productions
"What Goes Around ... Comes Around"
Future Sex/Love Sounds
Jive Records/Zomba Label Group
Director: Samuel Bayer
Producer: Veronica Zelle
Production Company: H.S.I. Productions
KANYE WEST
"Can't Tell Me Nothing"
Graduation
Roc-A-Fella
Director: Hype Williams
Producer: Hype Williams
Production Company: Naaila Entertainment
"Stronger"
Graduation
hiphopsince1978/Roc-A-Fella/Island Def Jam
Director: Hype Williams
Producer: Hype Williams
Production Company: Naaila Entertainment
With NAS, KRS-ONE & RAKIM
"Classic (Better Than I've Ever Been DJ Premier Remix)"
Nike Air Force (25th Anniversary)
Nike
Director: Thibaut de Longeville
Producer: Jeff Tammes
Production Company: Partizan Entertainment
ROBIN THICKE
"Can U Believe"
The Evolution of Robin Thicke
Star Trak/Interscope Records
Director: Benny Boom
Producer: Roger Ubina
Production Company: Uncle Music
"Lost Without You"
The Evolution of Robin Thicke
Star Trak/Interscope Records
Director: Benny Boom
Producer: Roger Urbina
Production Company: F.M. Rocks
Featuring BUSTA RHYMES & PHARRELL
"I Wanna Love You Girl (Remix)"
The Evolution of Robin Thicke
Star Trak/Interscope Records
Director: P.R. Brown
Producer: Michael Angelos
Production Company: Anonymous
T.I.
"Big Things Poppin' (Do It)"
T.I. vs T.I.P.
Grand Hustle/Atlantic Records
Director: Eric White
Producer: Joyce Washington
Production Company: Uncle Films, L.L.C
Featuring WYCLEF JEAN
"You Know What It Is"
T.I. vs T.I.P.
Grand Hustle/Atlantic Records
Director: Chris Robinson
Producer: Joyce Washington
Production Company: H.S.I. Productions
"What You Know"
KING (The Album), ATL (The Movie)
Grand Hustle/Atlantic Records
Director: Chris Robinson
Producer: Melissa Larsen
Production Company: H.S.I. Productions
FEMALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR
AMY WINEHOUSE
"Rehab"
Back To Black
Universal Republic
Director: Phil Griffin
Producer: Hywit Abate
Production Company: Bikini Films
"You Know I'm No Good"
Back To Black
Universal Republic
Director: Phil Griffin
Producer: Kate Phillips for Alchemy
Production Company: Alchemy
BEYONCE
"Irreplaceable"
B'Day
Columbia Records
Director: Anthony Mandler
Producer: Kim Bradshaw
Production Company: Box Fresh Pictures
And SHAKIRA
"Beautiful Liar"
B'DAY Deluxe Edition & Video Anthology
Columbia Records
Director: Jake Nava
Producer: Ben Cooper
Production Company: Anonymous Content
FERGIE
"Big Girls Don't Cry (Personal)"
The Dutchess
Wil.I.Am Music Group/A&M Records
Director: Anthony Mandler
Producer: Gina Leonard
Production Company: Cyclops Productions
"Glamorous"
Featuring LUDACRIS
The Dutchess
Wil.I.Am Music Group/A&M Records
Director: Dave Meyers
Producer: Gina Leonard
Production Company: @radical.media
Featuring WIL.I.AM
"Fergalicious"
The Dutchess
Wil.I.Am Music Group/A&M Records
Director: Fatima Robinson
Producer: Dawn Rose
Production Company: Black Dog Films
NELLY FURTADO
"Maneater"
Loose
Mosley Music/Geffen Records
Director: Anthony Mandler
Producer: Ciarro Pardo, Grace Miguel, Lou Miguel
Production Company: Box Fresh Pictures
"Say It Right"
Loose
Mosley Music/Geffen Records
Director: Rankin & Chris
Producer: Nicole Acacio
Production Company: North By North Six
RIHANNA featuring JAY-Z
"Umbrella"
Good Girl Gone Bad
Def Jam
Director: Chris Applebaum
Producer: John Hardin
Production Company: Reactor Films
BEST NEW ARTIST
AMY WINEHOUSE
"Rehab"
Back To Black
Universal Republic
Director: Phil Griffin
Producer: Hywit Abate
Production Company: Bikini Films
"You Know I'm No Good"
Back To Black
Universal Republic
Director: Phil Griffin
Producer: Kate Phillips
Production Company: Alchemy
CARRIE UNDERWOOD
"Before He Cheats"
Some Hearts
Arista Nashville
Director: Roman White
Producer: Randy Brewer
Production Company: Rev-o-lution Pictures
GYM CLASS HEROES
"Clothes Off"
As Cruel As School Children
DecayDance/Fueled By Ramen
Director: Alan Ferguson
Producer: Jose Carlos Mangual
Production Company: The Kompany
"Cupid's Chokehold/Breakfast in America"
As Cruel As School Children
DecayDance/Fueled By Ramen
Director: Alan Ferguson
Producer: Jacqui Frisco
Production Company: Anonymous Content
LILY ALLEN
"Alfie"
Alright, Still
Capitol Records
Director: Sarah Chatfield
Producer: Fiona Wright
Production Company: Colonel Blimp
"Smile"
Alright, Still
Capitol Records
Director: Sophie Muller
Producer: Rob Small
Production Company: Factory Films
"LDN"
Alright, Still
Capitol Records
Director: Nima Nourizadeh
Producer: Grace Bodie
Production Company: Partizan Entertainment
PETER BJORN & JOHN
"Young Folks"
Writer's Block
Almost Gold Recordings
Director: Ted Malmros
Producer: Ted Malmros
Production Company: Oktan
BEST GROUP
FALL OUT BOY
"This Ain't A Scene, It's An Arms Race"
Infinity On High
Island Records
Director: Alan Ferguson
Producer: Jacqui Frisco
Production Company: Anonymous Content
"THNKS FR TH MMRS"
Infinity On High
Island Records
Director: Alan Ferguson
Producer: Jacqui Frisco
Production Company: Anonymous Content
GYM CLASS HEROES
"Clothes Off"
As Cruel As School Children
DecayDance/Fueled By Ramen
Director: Alan Ferguson
Producer: Jose Carlos Mangual
Production Company: The Kompany
"Cupid's Chokehold/Breakfast in America"
As Cruel As School Children
DecayDance/Fueled By Ramen
Director: Alan Ferguson
Producer: Jacqui Frisco
Production Company: Anonymous Content
LINKIN PARK
"What I've Done"
Minutes To Midnight
Warner Bros. Records
Director: Joseph Hahn
Producer: Bill Boyd
Production Company: @radical.media
MAROON 5
"Makes Me Wonder"
It Won't Be Soon Before Long
A&M/Octone Records
Director: John Hillcoat
Producer: Shelli Jury
Production Company: Oil Factory
WHITE STRIPES
"Icky Thump"
Icky Thump
Third Man Records/Warner Bros. Records
Director: The Malloys & Jack White
Producer: John Hopgood
Production Company: Frames Per Second Productions, Inc.
MOST EARTHSHATTERING COLLABORATION
AKON featuring EMINEM
"Smack That"
Konvicted
Universal Motown
Director: Benny Boom
Producer: David Duarte
Production Company: F.M. Rocks
BEYONCE & SHAKIRA
"Beautiful Liar"
B'DAY Deluxe Edition & Video Anthology
Columbia Records
Director: Jake Nava
Producer: Ben Cooper
Production Company: Anonymous Content
GWEN STEFANI featuring AKON
"The Sweet Escape"
The Sweet Escape
Interscope Records
Director: Joseph Kahn
Producer: Maryann Tenado
Production Company: H.S.I. Productions
JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE featuring TIMBALAND
"Sexy Back"
Future Sex/Love Sounds
Jive Records/Zomba Label Group
Director: Michael Haussman
Producer: Nina Huang
Production Company: H.S.I. Production
U2 featuring GREEN DAY
"The Saints Are Coming"
U218 Singles
Interscope Records
Director: Chris Milk
Producer: Barbara Benson
Production Company: @radical.media
QUADRUPLE THREAT OF THE YEAR
BEYONCE (Columbia Records)
BONO (Interscope)
JAY-Z (Roc-A-Fella)
JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE (Jive Records/Zomba Label Group)
KANYE WEST (Roc-A-Fella)
MONSTER SINGLE OF THE YEAR
AVRIL LAVIGNE
"Girlfriend"
The Best Damn Thing
RCA
Director: The Malloys
Producer: John Winters
Production Company: Black Dog Films
DAUGHTRY
"Home"
Daughtry
RCA
Director: Danny Clinch
Producer: Lindha Narvaez
Production Company: Three on the Tree Productions
FALL OUT BOY
"THNKS FR TH MMRS"
Infinity On High
Island Records
Director: Alan Ferguson
Producer: Jacqui Frisco
Production Company: Anonymous Content
LIL' MAMA
"Lip Gloss (No Music)"
The Voice of the Young People
Jive Records/Zomba Label Group
Director: Malcolm Jones
Producer: Brian Quinlan
Production Company: @radical.media
MIMS
"This Is Why I'm Hot"
M.I.M.S. (Music Is My Savior)
American King/UBO
Director: Dale Resteghini
Producer: Kim Resteghini
Production Company: Raging Nation Films
PLAIN WHITE T'S
"Hey There, Delilah"
All That We Need
Fearless Records
Director: Jay Martin
Producer: Kwame Amoaku
Production Company: 5 Guns No Cables
RIHANNA featuring JAY-Z
"Umbrella"
Good Girl Gone Bad
Def Jam
Director: Chris Applebaum
Producer: John Hardin
Production Company: Reactor Films
SHOP BOYZ
"Party Like A Rock Star"
Rockstar Mentality
ONDECK Records/Universal Republic
Director: Marc Klasfeld
Producer: Billy Parks
Production Company: Rockhard Films
TIMBALAND featuring KERI HILSON, D.O.E. & Sebastian
"The Way I Are"
Timbaland Presents: Shock Value
Interscope Records/Mosley Music Group/Blackground Records
Director: Shane Drake
Producer: Hiywet Abate & Kate Phillips
Production Company: Merge
T-PAIN featuring YUNG JOC
"Buy You A Drank (Shawty Snappin')"
Epiphany
Jive Records
Director: Benny Boom
Producer: Joyce Washington
Production Company: Uncle Music
PROFESSIONAL CATEGORIES
BEST DIRECTOR
BEYONCE & SHAKIRA
"Beautiful Liar"
B'DAY Deluxe Edition & Video Anthology
Columbia Records
Director: Jake Nava
Producer: Ben Cooper
Production Company: Anonymous Content
CHRISTINA AGUILERA
"Candyman"
Back To Basics
RCA
Director: Mathew Rolston & Christina Aguilera
Producer: Barbara Benson
Production Company: @radical.media
JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE
"What Goes Around ... Comes Around"
Future Sex/Love Sounds
Jive Records/Zomba Label Group
Director: Samuel Bayer
Producer: Veronica Zelle
Production Company: H.S.I. Productions
KANYE WEST
"Stronger"
Graduation
Hip Hop Since 1978/Roc-A-Fella/Island Def Jam
Director: Hype Williams
Producer: Hype Williams
Production Company: Naaila Entertainment
LINKIN PARK
"What I've Done"
Minutes To Midnight
Warner Bros. Records
Director: Joseph Hahn
Producer: Bill Boyd
Production Company: @radical.media
RIHANNA featuring JAY-Z
"Umbrella"
Good Girl Gone Bad
Def Jam
Director: Chris Applebaum
Producer: John Hardin
Production Company: Reactor Films
BEST EDITING IN A VIDEO
BEYONCE & SHAKIRA
"Beautiful Liar"
B'DAY Deluxe Edition & Video Anthology
Columbia Records
Director: Jake Nava
Producer: Ben Cooper
Production Company: Anonymous Content
Editor: Jarett Figl
GNARLS BARKLEY
"Smiley Faces"
St. Elsewhere
Downtown/Atlantic Records
Director: Robert Hales
Producer: Coleen Haynes
Production Company: H.S.I. Productions, Inc.
Editor: Ken Mowe
JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE
"What Goes Around ... Comes Around"
Future Sex/Love Sounds
Jive Records
Director: Samuel Bayer
Producer: Veronica Zelle
Production Company: H.S.I. Productions
Editor: Hollee Singer
KANYE WEST
"Stronger"
Graduation
Hip Hop Since 1978/Roc-A-Fella/Island Def Jam
Director: Hype Williams
Producer: Hype Williams
Production Company: Naaila Entertainment
Editor: Peter Johnson & Corey Weisz
LINKIN PARK
"What I've Done"
Minutes To Midnight
Warner Bros. Records
Director: Joseph Hahn
Producer: Bill Boyd
Production Company: @radical.media
Editor: Igor Kovalik
BEST CHOREOGRAPHY IN A VIDEO
BEYONCE & SHAKIRA
"Beautiful Liar"
B'DAY Deluxe Edition & Video Anthology
Columbia Records
Director: Jake Nava
Producer: Ben Cooper
Production Company: Anonymous Content
Choreographer: Frank Gatson
CHRIS BROWN
"Wall To Wall"
Exclusive
Jive Records/Zomba
Director: Erik White
Producer: Roger Urbina
Production Company: Uncle Music
Choreographer: Rich & Tone and Flii Styles
CIARA
"Like A Boy"
Ciara: The Evolution
Laface/Zomba Label Group
Director: Ms. D
Producer: Michael Angelos
Production Company: DNA
Choreographer: Jamaica Craft (lead choreographer)
EVE
"Tambourine"
Here I Am
Aftermath/Geffen/interscope/Full Surface
Director: Melina
Producer: John Winter
Production Company: Black Dog Films
Choreographer: Tanesha Scott
JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE featuring TIMBALAND
"My Love"
Future Sex/Love Sounds
Jive Records
Director: Michael Haussman
Producer: Nina Huang
Production Company: H.S.I. Production
Choreographer: Marty Kuldeka
The official sponsors of the "2007 MTV Video Music Awards" are Chevy, Herbal Essences, Neutrogena, Pepsi Smash, Sprint and Taco Bell.
About MTV
MTV Networks, a unit of Viacom (NYSE:VIA) (NYSE:VIA.B) , is one of the world's leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms. MTV Networks, with more than 130 channels worldwide, owns and operates the following television programming services -- MTV: MUSIC TELEVISION, MTV2, VH1, mtvU, NICKELODEON, NICK at NITE, COMEDY CENTRAL, TV LAND, SPIKE TV, CMT, NOGGIN, VH1 CLASSIC, LOGO, MTVN INTERNATIONAL and THE DIGITAL SUITE FROM MTV NETWORKS, a package of 13 digital services, all of which are trademarks of MTV Networks. MTV Networks connects with its audiences through its robust consumer products businesses and its more than 200 interactive properties worldwide, including online, broadband, wireless and interactive television services. The network also has licensing agreements, joint ventures, and syndication deals whereby all of its programming services can be seen worldwide.
About the Palms Casino Resort
The Palms Casino Resort, heralded as one of Las Vegas' hippest resorts, is an all-encompassing, one-stop resort destination. Owned by the Maloof family, the 703-room property boasts a diverse mix of bars and restaurants and a 95,000-square-foot casino. Amenities include the legendary Playboy Club - the first and only club of its kind to open in 25 years; The Pearl Concert Theater; Moon Nightclub; Nove Italiano; Little Buddha; The Palms Pool & Bungalows; Palms Spa and AMP salon; Brenden Theatres, a 14-theatre Cineplex; Rain Night Club; ghostbar; Hart and Huntington Tattoo Company; and over 60,000 square-feet of meeting space. The Palms is home to the Real World: Las Vegas and Bravo's Celebrity Poker Showdown, as well as E!'s Party at the Palms, hosted by Jenny McCarthy, and A&E's Inked. The resort features the hottest collection of Fantasy Suites including the Erotic Suite with its trademark Show Shower, the Real World Suite, as seen on MTV, and the Hardwood Suite, the only hotel room in the world with its own basketball court. E!'s Girls Next Door, VH1, MTV and CSI feature the Palms on a regular basis and the Victoria's Secret Angels made the Palms a featured destination on their "Angels Across America" tour. The Palms Casino Resort is located just west of the Las Vegas Strip and I-15 on Flamingo Road. For room reservation information, call toll free at (866) PALMS-RES, (866) 725-6773, or visit www.palms.com. For groups of 15 rooms or more, contact the Sales Department at (866) PALMS-MTG or (866) 725-6768.
Source: MTV
Web site: http://www.mtv.com/
http://www.vma.mtv.com/
http://www.palms.com/
MTV Taps Super-Producer Timbaland as Maestro
Everything That Happens in Vegas Will be Televised for One Night Only As Rihanna, Timbaland, Foo Fighters, Amy Winehouse, Kanye West, Fall Out Boy, Lily Allen, and Chris Brown Are Set to Perform
Justin Timberlake and Timbaland Set to Host Fantasy Suite Party
Mark Ronson Heats Up the 1's and 2's With Special Guests
NEW YORK, Aug. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- In an unprecedented move, MTV remixes the "2007 MTV Video Music Awards" by teaming with innovative music producer Timbaland to be the show's Maestro and by bringing together today's hottest artists to create unique and collaborative "one time only" performances at the 24th annual awards show. Timbaland, Foo Fighters, Kanye West, and Fall Out Boy will be performing with special guests live from The Palms Fantasy Suites. Its HOT fun in the desert as Amy Winehouse, Rihanna, Lily Allen and Chris Brown have also been added to the list of powerhouse performers with Justin Timberlake and Timbaland hosting their own Fantasy Suite party. In addition, celebrity DJ/Producer Mark Ronson will rock the party in The Pearl with help from his turntables, horn section and surprise guests. The 2007 MTV Video Music Awards will air live from the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas on Sunday, September 9, 2007 at 9PM (Live ET/Tape Delayed PT). Presenters and additional performers for the "2007 MTV Video Music Awards" will be announced at a later date.
"We may not own Las Vegas yet, but for one weekend the VMAs will rock this town," said Christina Norman, President, MTV. "From Justin to Rihanna to the Foo Fighters, the sheer amount of star power and talent is tremendous and will no doubt blow the roof off The Palms. And, seriously, this is just the beginning."
As previously announced, MTV is set to program a whole VMA weekend featuring not-to-be-missed events, appearances and sizzling performances culminating with the star-studded music extravaganza. In addition, the show will ONLY air on September 9th in its original form -- so what happens in Vegas really will stay in Vegas. Encore presentations of this year's VMAs will be remixed versions that will be programmed by and for the viewers, deeply connecting them to a complete music experience across multiple platforms.
The Ballots for "The 2007 MTV Video Music Awards" were sent out for the first time to artists and musical tastemakers as well as to an exclusive industry group and viewers who determined the nominees for the telecast. Approximately 50 viewers and individuals representing record labels, music journalists, video directors and music producers, selected the nominees for awards categories encompassing such wide-ranging contemporary music forms as rap, dance, R&B and rock. Ballots are cast online and duplication is avoided through a special control number assigned to each ballot, which can only be tallied once.
Shugoll Research is the Official Business Advisor of the "2007 MTV Video Music Awards".
Voting for "Best New Artist" begins August 7th through the show Live on September 9th. Viewers can vote by visiting http://www.vma.mtv.com/.
Jesse Ignjatovic is the Executive Producer, Den of Thieves for the "2007 MTV Video Music Awards." Dave Sirulnick is Executive Producer. Chris Choun is Co-Executive Producer. Jen Jones and Jane Mun are Co-Producers. Amy Doyle and Joanna Bomberg are Music Talent Executives. Robin Reinhardt-Locke is Celebrity Talent Executive. Garrett English is Executive in Charge of Production. Hamish Hamilton is Director.
The "2007 MTV Video Music Awards" marks the fourth time Laurie Ziegler, Branded Entertainment is doing the official VMA gift bag.
The official sponsors of the "2007 MTV Video Music Awards" are Chevy, Herbal Essences, Neutrogena, Pepsi Smash, Sprint and Taco Bell.
MTV Networks, a unit of Viacom (NYSE:VIA) (NYSE:VIA.B) , is one of the world's leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms. MTV Networks, with more than 130 channels worldwide, owns and operates the following television programming services -- MTV: MUSIC TELEVISION, MTV2, VH1, mtvU, NICKELODEON, NICK at NITE, COMEDY CENTRAL, TV LAND, SPIKE TV, CMT, NOGGIN, VH1 CLASSIC, LOGO, MTVN INTERNATIONAL and THE DIGITAL SUITE FROM MTV NETWORKS, a package of 13 digital services, all of which are trademarks of MTV Networks. MTV Networks connects with its audiences through its robust consumer products businesses and its more than 200 interactive properties worldwide, including online, broadband, wireless and interactive television services. The network also has licensing agreements, joint ventures, and syndication deals whereby all of its programming services can be seen worldwide.
The Palms Casino Resort, heralded as one of Las Vegas' hippest resorts, is an all-encompassing, one-stop resort destination. Owned by the Maloof family, the 703-room property boasts a diverse mix of bars and restaurants and a 95,000-square-foot casino. Amenities include the legendary Playboy Club -- the first and only club of its kind to open in 25 years; The Pearl Concert Theater; Moon Nightclub; Nove Italiano; Little Buddha; The Palms Pool & Bungalows; Palms Spa and AMP salon; Brenden Theatres, a 14-theatre Cineplex; Rain Night Club; ghostbar; Hart and Huntington Tattoo Company; and over 60,000 square-feet of meeting space. The Palms is home to the Real World: Las Vegas and Bravo's Celebrity Poker Showdown, as well as E!'s Party at the Palms, hosted by Jenny McCarthy, and A&E's Inked. The resort features the hottest collection of Fantasy Suites including the Erotic Suite with its trademark Show Shower, the Real World Suite, as seen on MTV, and the Hardwood Suite, the only hotel room in the world with its own basketball court. E!'s Girls Next Door, VH1, MTV and CSI feature the Palms on a regular basis and the Victoria's Secret Angels made the Palms a featured destination on their "Angels Across America" tour. The Palms Casino Resort is located just west of the Las Vegas Strip and I-15 on Flamingo Road. For room reservation information, call toll free at (866) PALMS-RES, (866) 725-6773, or visit http://www.palms.com/. For groups of 15 rooms or more, contact the Sales Department at (866) PALMS-MTG or (866) 725-6768.
Source: MTV
Web site: http://www.mtv.com/
http://www.vma.mtv.com/
http://www.palms.com/
April 2006 (Medialink) - Acclaimed filmmaker Paul Greengrass (Bloody Sunday, The Bourne Supremacy) writes and directs an unflinching drama that tells the story of the passengers and crew, their families on the ground and the flight controllers who watched in dawning horror as United Airlines Flight 93 became the fourth hijacked plane on the day of the worst terrorist attacks on American soil: September 11, 2001.
United 93 recreates the doomed trip in actual time, from takeoff to hijacking to the realization by those onboard that their plane was part of a coordinated attack unfolding on the ground beneath them. The film attempts to understand the abject fear and courageous decisions of those who - over the course of just 90 minutes - transformed from a random assembly of disconnected strangers into bonded allies who confronted an unthinkable situation.
Greengrass, known for films such as Resurrected and Bloody Sunday, brings to United 93 a history of compassionate filmmaking that has explored some of the most troubled incidents of recent world history - when politics turns to violence, when beliefs slip into zealotry. As there is no perfect record of the hijacking's exact details and hostage retaliation, Greengrass takes a careful hand and partially improvises the events with an ensemble cast of little-known actors who were given studies of their UAL Flight 93 counterparts.
United 93 intends to dignify the memory of those on that flight, the men and women whose sacrifice remains one of the most heroic legacies of the incomprehensible tragedies that unfolded on that autumn morning.
United 93 will open in theaters nationwide on Friday, April 28th.
We invite you to join Universal Pictures in making a donation to the Flight 93 Memorial Fund. For information, visit www.honorflight93.org.
Taming the Media Beast in Your Home!
by Linore Rose Burkard
Does your home have more noise, confusion, mixed messages, commercials, or tasteless junk coming from the airwaves than you'd like? Computer, TV, radio, video games, CD's and DVD's—no matter how careful we try to be, there are still “leaks” allowing things in our personal spaces that we don't really like. There's a name for this onslaught of worldly messages and political correctness—it's called, the Media Beast! And our best efforts to stop it from gaining access to the minds and hearts of our families sometimes seems hopeless. Even “children's" books can be the source of some of the worst messages—ie., stuff that we don't want to teach our kids (such as the infamous, “Heather Has Two Mommies”).
Fear not: The holiday season presents the perfect time to tame the media beast in your home. There is no period of the year that is more conducive to getting together as a family and sharing what we watch, hear, or read. I have two suggestions that all families can—and should-- try, at least during the holidays, if no other time of the year.
#1: Have a “19th Century night” once or more each week. With the exception of Christmas lights, turn off all other electronics: the TV, computer, games, etc. If you have a fireplace this is the time to USE it! If outdoor wood is not available for burning have some store-bought fire “logs” ready for the occasion. Hunker down together in one room, making sure everyone is comfortable. Hot cocoa, mulled cider, or non-alcoholic eggnog make the perfect libation. Popcorn, Christmas cookies, or anything your family likes to nosh on should be available. Candles—so long as they are not accessible to small children—are a wonderful atmosphere enchancer. If not practical for you, then substitute flashlights.
Once everyone is cozy, read a Christmas story together. Some are ageless, and even reluctant teens will end up getting involved in them, such as “A Christmas Carol.” Very young children will enjoy shorter selections and there are abundant offerings to choose from; in fact, this is true for all ages. Alternatives to reading aloud together are listening to holiday stories on tape or cassette, and of course, watching a holiday movie, my second suggestion, which I'll discuss in a moment. Young children should be allowed to color or play quietly while listening to audio tapes or longer stories read aloud. (A side-benefit of having a "19th Century Night" is that it becomes a great memory for the kids later on.)
#2: Have a Merry Movies Night. During the holidays my family does this as often as possible. First, be sure that all homework is finished, projects worked on, and baths accomplished. Once everyone is ready, get comfortable and pop in a wholesome Christmas movie. (Beware of modern remakes, and never assume that because the word “Christmas” is in the title that the movie will be a good one, or appropriate for all ages.) We have nights when we do a few cartoon classics such as, “The Grinch Who Stole Christmas,” Snoopy and the gang, or Rudolph. Other nights we pick an old film classic, and sometimes we try a more modern one (“Christmas with the Kranks,” “Elf”). For some tried and true movie ideas, check my holiday picks page on my website. This is the time to add to your collection of good films—and they make great family gifts, too!
The benefit of doing family nights are manifold: first, everyone is together! For families with older kids, being together gets harder as interests spread and commitments take children from the home. Second: You can control, or at least have a large say in what form of media is getting everyone's attention (make it wholesome and fun). Finally, you won't be passively allowing the “media beast” to trample on you or your family—not this year, not this time!
Have a warm and wonderful, wholesome and happy Christmas!
Linore Rose Burkard is an Inspirational Romance Author with a special interest in Regency England. Sign up for her free eZine, "Upon My Word!" at http://www.LinoreRoseBurkard.com/Regency_eZine.html For her best movie picks go to her site at : http://www.LinoreRoseBurkard.com/movies.html Linore Rose Burkard may be contacted at http://www.LinoreRoseBurkard.com
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The Couple Bring Home a "Beautiful Baby"-Blue-Eyed, Dark-Haired Suri
Plus: Hollywood Baby Boom! Exclusive Photos of Gwyneth Paltrow, Donald Trump and Joely Fisher with their New Bundles of Joy
(NEW YORK)--On April 18, PEOPLE reported that Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise welcomed their first child, a 7 lb. 7 oz. baby girl named Suri, at an L.A.-area hospital. Both Holmes and Suri "are doing wonderfully," Cruise's rep tells PEOPLE. "The baby is happy and healthy. Katie is doing great. Everything is fantastic."
The birth went so smoothly, in fact, that Holmes left the hospital within 24 hours. A source close to the actress's Toledo, Ohio-based family, who were vacationing in Florida at the time of the birth, tells PEOPLE that new grandma Kathy Holmes, "was crying and said, 'We have a sweet baby girl! We're so excited!'" Holmes opted for an epidural, says the source, adding, "Everything is fine and Katie can relax now." As for Suri--whose name the couple, in a statement, traced to the Hebrew for "princess" and the Persian for "red rose"--"she has lots and lots of dark hair and big, blue eyes," says the source. "She's going to be a beautiful baby."
(In an only-in-Hollywood twist, Brooke Shields, who last year sparred with Cruise over her use of medication to treat postpartum depression, delivered her own newborn girl down the hall from Holmes the very same day.)
Now that she's here, what's in store for the newest Cruise? An upbringing in Scientology, for starters. "You can be Catholic and be a Scientologist. You can be Jewish and be a Scientologist. We're just Scientologists," Cruise told Diane Sawyer on the April 14 Primetime, noting that he and Holmes (who was raised Catholic) will hold a Scientology naming ceremony but not a Catholic baptism. Explains Greg LaClaire, the vice president of the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre International in Hollywood, which Holmes visited regularly throughout much of her pregnancy: "We have a naming ceremony at which the parents and godparents pledge to give good care while at the same time providing the child an opportunity to grow and choose their own path in life. The child is welcomed by the congregation."
Naturally, the pampering isn't stopping there. PEOPLE reports that in March Holmes ordered three luxury bassinets from high-end baby bedding line Lulla Smith along with 30 sets of Sea Island cotton sheets. ("That baby is not going to use the same sheet twice!" jokes designer Carol Smith.) And the baby booty has been pouring in too including a onesie that declares "Tom Coos" and a terry-cloth robe with the word "MOVIE" above a gold star.
Even as the news of the glamor girl's debut sparked a renewed frenzy at casa Cruise in Beverly Hills--circling helicopters, hordes of paparazzi and even a K-9 police unit--the new parents are making every effort to create a peaceful environment in keeping with Scientology beliefs about maintaining calm around children.
"Tom does everything 150 percent," says his friend Kirstie Alley, "and fatherhood he does 300 percent. They're going to have a great kid." (Cover Story, Page 66)
**ALSO IN THIS WEEK'S 'PEOPLE'**
EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS: GWYNETH PALTROW AND CHRIS MARTIN WELCOME SON, MOSES
This week's PEOPLE features exclusive photos of Gwyneth Paltrow and husband Chris Martin with their new son Moses Martin (born 8lbs, 4 oz., on April 8) and older sister Apple. Paltrow told PEOPLE, "I've done everything career-wise that I wanted to do." Now she is just looking forward to spending time with her kids in their family homes in London and Manhattan, while Martin tours the U.S. with Coldplay this summer. (Page 58)
EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS: BILLION DOLLAR BABY - BARRON WILLIAM TRUMP
Donald and Melania Trump welcomed baby son Barron William Trump on March 20, 2006. Barron - Dad chose the first name, Mom the middle one - weighed 8 lbs, 8 oz. PEOPLE has exclusive photos of the baby with his parents in their $100 million triplex penthouse apartment where he has his own floor (above his parents' bedroom). The baby has already received lots of gifts from the couple's celebrity friends - including a white mink coverlet from furrier Dennis Basso and a golden stroller with its own chandelier from Ellen Degeneres. "Melania loves taking care of the baby," Trump tells PEOPLE. "If we have more, it will be terrific." (Page 62)
MORE BABIES! ACTORS BROOKE SHIELDS & JOELY FISHER WELCOME DAUGHTERS
On April 18, PEOPLE broke the news that Brooke Shields delivered daughter, Grier Hammond Henchy, by C-section in L.A. This is Shields's second child with husband Chris Henchy. Daughter Rowan is 2 years old. (Page 95)… The issue also features a photo of actress Joely Fisher and daughter True Harlow Fisher-Duddy, born on February 2 at 7lbs., 12oz. Dad is cinematographer Christopher Duddy. Fisher decided to give birth at home in front of friends and family without having an epidural. (Page 73)
ANGELINA JOLIE'S CALL FOR HELP: ACTRESS TO TAKE OUT AD TO HELP SUDANESE PEOPLE
PEOPLE reports that Angelina Jolie, a United Nations goodwill ambassador, plans to take out a large advertisement in USA Today on her own accord next week, explaining in her words the past killings of 400,000 civilians by the Sudanese government-supported militia Janjaweed and the need to stop the violence. "I chose to take out this ad because when Congress returns from recess [on April 24] they have the chance to fully fund peacekeepers in Darfur," she says. "The situation in Darfur has been going on far too long… If people are aware of the facts, I believe many will be driven to action." Jolie who notes, in the ad, "I'm an actress, and certainly no foreign policy expert," has visited the region twice. (Page 21)
EDDIE MURPHY FINALIZES DIVORCE FROM WIFE OF 12 YEARS
After 12 years of marriage and five children, Eddie Murphy and his wife Nicole finalized their divorce, according to papers filed on April 17 in L.A. (Page 95)
ACTRESS ALI LANDRY MARRIES IN MEXICO… & CELEBRATES IN STREET WITH TEQUILA
This week actress Ali Landry (UPN's Eve) shares a photo from her recent wedding to director Alejandro Gomez Monteverde. Following a Catholic mass in the Mexican town of San Miguel de Allende, the couple took part in a procession through town during which they watched mariachis play and drank shots of tequila. "By the time we got to the reception," says Landry, "everyone was already having a great time!" (Page 79)
EVA LONGORIA'S MALE BONDING: ON THE SET WITH MICHAEL DOUGLAS & KIEFER SUTHERLAND
"A girl with guns-that's closer to who I am," says Eva Longoria of playing a Secret Service agent in The Sentinel. "I'm from Texas, so I grew up with guns. We'd shoot beer and coffee cans-anything that exploded." Longoria, who dates Tony Parker of the San Antonio Spurs, teased co-star Michael Douglas, a Miami Heat fan. "I decorated his trailer with Spurs shirts, teddy bears, bumper stickers and trash cans." (Page 126)
BIG LOVE'S BILL PAXTON: NOT NAKED FOR NOTHING
"For too long, women in film and TV have been expected to show all, while men are always covered up," Bill Paxton remarks on baring his bottom on HBO's Big Love. "I'm not trying to burden the American public with my butt, but you've got to be equal opportunity with showing the skin." (Page 126)
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CBS, in association with American Indians in Film and Television, SAG and AFTRA, will sponsor a talent showcase for Native Americans on June 16 in Los Angeles. Sonny Skyhawk will direct the event.
Pictures and resumes should be sent to AFTRA, 5757 Wilshire Blvd., 9th floor, Los Angeles, Calif. 90036 -- Att: Meta Williams. The deadline for submissions is April 16.
CBS Entertainment executives, plus casting directors from the Network's primetime and daytime programs, will be on hand at the Showcase -- and an invitation has also been extended to casting directors from production companies that work with CBS.
To date, CBS's talent showcases have included the Latino American Talent Showcases in partnership with NOSOTROS; the first Native American Talent Showcase in association with American Indians in Film; the African American Showcase in collaboration with The Robey Theatre Company, the Asian Pacific American Actors Showcases in association with East West Players and an upcoming showcase for performers with disabilities in association with the California State Media Access Office.
The Network's on-going talent showcases are part of the CBS Diversity Institute, a comprehensive program designed to identify and develop diversity within the writing, directing and talent communities. In addition to the Minority Talent Showcases, currently in their third year, the CBS Diversity Institute also includes the CBS Writers Mentoring Program and the CBS Directing Initiative.
Ushers Confessions No. 1 Second Week Straight on Billboard 200For the second week in a row, Ushers fifth album in his ten-year career, Confessions, was No. 1 on the Billboard 200, keeping Janet Jacksons Damita Jo at bay for its debut on the countdown at No. 2 with 381,000 copies. Usher made record-breaking history by having the highest-ever chart debut by an R&B artist (R.Kellys TP-2.com of 2000 debuted with 543,000 copies and Destinys Child Survivor of 2001 debuted with 663,000), the second-highest debut by a male artist (behind Eminems The Marshall Mathers LP of 2000), the seventh-highest debut since the 13-year Nielsen Soundscan era (behind NSync, Eminem, Backstreet Boys, and Britney Spears, the highest first-week figure of any Arista Records release since Notorious B.I.G.s 1997 Life After Death, 689,000 copies, and Whitney Houstons The Bodyguard soundtrack that sold more than 1 million copies in December 1992, and sold three times the first-week totals of is previous releases combined. U.S. sales of Usher dropped in a typical second week decline, 56%. The 486,000 copies tallied by Soundscan made Ushers two-week count 1.58 million.
More popular than ever, Usher attributes his longevity to building anticipation and not becoming overexposed. He drops an album every couple of years to give fans time to miss him. He also acknowledges that it was the combined effect of all his past albums, the support of people in is life, and being open to working with new people.
What does Mr. Entertainment have to say about making history?
See what happens when you put your faith in R&B?
New York – January 7, 2004 – Britney Spears’ hotly anticipated tour, in support of her new album “In The Zone”, has been named the Onyx Hotel Tour and will kick off in San Diego on March 2nd and travel to more than 25 cities around the U.S. and Canada.
Britney’s set design will be based on the mysterious theory of the Onyx stone. The Onyx Hotel is a unique, mysterious hotel powered by an onyx stone. Each guest who enters this hotel shines their own light into the onyx, and in return, makes their fantasies come to life. It’s a vibrant, whimsical place where wondrous dreams are realized, and the darkest of secrets are revealed.
Britney expressed, “I’m especially looking forward to bringing my tour to new markets and performing in front of fans that may not have had the opportunity to see any of my previous tours.”
For her fans, the Onyx Hotel Tour will be an incredible experience not to be missed. Tickets for Britney Spears – Onyx Hotel Tour 2004 – are on sale in select markets. Check local listings for on sales, dates and times.
Britney is pleased to announce Kelis as a special guest on her tour. “’Milkshake ’ is one of my favorite new songs, and I am so excited that Kelis, who is so talented, has agreed to open the Onyx Hotel Tour for me.”
Spears newest video “Toxic” will make its world premier on MTV’s “Making the Video” on Tuesday, January 13th 6:30pm EST. “Toxic” will debut on MTV’s TRL January 15th at 7:00pm EST. In The Zone DVD will be in stores on March 23, 2004.
Spears will also perform in Portugal at the Rock In Rio Festival on June 5th . Additional international dates for The Onyx Hotel Tour will be announced shortly.
A portion of all ticket sales will be donated to The Britney Spears Foundation. Designed to benefit deserving youth, The Britney Spears Foundation supports the annual Britney Spears Camp for the Performing Arts. The annual camp includes 130 boys and girls who participate in performing arts workshops and master classes. For more information on The Britney Spears Foundation, click here. For more information on Britney’s fan club, click here.
Reprinted from www.britneyspears.com Press Room.
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(11-19-03). An arrest warrant has been issued for pop star Michael Jackson, 45, after his Neverland Ranch was searched, ironically on the release date of his new CD, a greatest hits album, Number Ones, released by Epic Records. Rumors and speculation are circulating that this may be a way to extort money from Jackson by hurting his album sales.
The ongoing criminal investigation involves 70 officials from the Santa Barbara Sheriff's Department, as well as the district attorney's office. Unofficial sources say there are child molestation allegations against Jackson. In 1994, almost ten years ago, the singer settled a lawsuit when a 13-year old boy who spent the night at his ranch accused him of molestation. Neverland Ranch has a zoo and amusement park that Jackson has for underprivileged and sick children.
According to Jackson's spokesperson Stuart Backerman, he has been in Las Vegas, Nevada shooting a video for his single, "One More Chance." In a statement, Jackson says "I've seen lawyers who do not represent me and spokespeople who do not know me speaking for me. These characters always seem to surface with a dreadful allegation just as another project, an album, a video, is being released."
Johnnie Cochran, Jackson's attorney in the previous case stated on Larry King Live that "I think it's more than coincidence. I think it was planned," referring to the search warrant issuance on the day of Jackson's album release. Cochran advised Jackson not to place himself in the position of being alone with young children, "but that's who Michael Jackson is, he's a very, very naive person in many respects, and there's no question about that. Yeah, he does wear a bull's eye."
CBS is scheduled to air a Jackson broadcast on November 26, consisting of mostly old concert footage.
Jackson, who had international hits including the number one album of all time, Thriller, begin to see his career collapse in 1993 with the previous allegations of child molestation. Jackson maintains his innocence despite settling for millions of dollars.
(11-19-03). The actor who was famous for his role as "Leroy" on FAME has died at the age of 41 as a result of complications from a stroke he had in June. Ray, who played a street-smart urban teenager in the 1980 movie and television series passed on Friday. He was H.I.V. positive. The movie won Academy Awards for best song and original score. Ray attended New York's High School of the Performing Arts for a year--the same school portrayed in the series. In 1982, he toured in Britain with other Fame cast members. Film credits include Out of Sync and Eddie. His last video project is a one-hour BBC Fame reunion documentary, "Fame Remember My Name," which was taped in April 2003 in Los Angeles.
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Cleveland, Ohio--An Ohio based company is planning to "Redefine Children's Music" using pop music and an animated cast of musicians, the MONSTER ROCKERS are ready to make their appearance on the music scene with their debut project.
Monster Rockers, Inc. has just released their first CD and accompanying 30 page comic book aimed at children five to 11 years old. (14.99, 45 minute CD http://www.monsterrockers.com
The package provides not only entertainment for this age group; it provides them valuable life lessons in the process. Monster Rockers first endeavor consists of an audio CD featuring 11 tracks plus narrations of every story contained within the book. The music is performed by the "Monster Rockers"--cartoon characters developed by the company to reach out to it's young audience. The text of the stories appears in script form in the book and is acted out by children on the CD.
"We could have performed the music as adults" says Monster creator Michael Durkay, "But it was our feeling that cartoon characters were better suited for capturing the attention and imagination of the children. Each Monster Rocker is defined by a different character trait, ranging from intelligence to humor to confidence, and all are designed to be positive role models for youngsters. They are featured in stories that are educational, character building, and giving children insights into how to solve problems they may face in everyday life.
"Monster's Theme" Introduces the 5 members of the band. The track titled "Boys and Girls" stresses that girls are on an equal level with boys. "There's No I In TEAM" introduces the concept of working together towards a common goal so that all may share in the outcome. Making the right choice based on good judgment is the topic of "Peer Pressure". Lastly, "Kaleidoscope" covers the issue of racism through the eyes of a child.
Are any of these issues relevant in today's society? "The vast majority of children's music is produced for children under the age of five," contends Durkay. "We feel childhood extends beyond that scope. Our music is intended for children who have outgrown traditionally produced children's music but are not yet mature enough to understand the content of today's popular music. By applying the method of which pop music is constructed and keeping the content within the context of childhood, I believe we have a program of tremendous potential."
With X-genners entering the realm of parenthood, change is inevitable. While traditional ideologies that make up the children's market are tried and true, Monster Rockers, Inc. believes the new generation of parents are going to be looking for something new. The fact that the company is made up of X-genners supports this case.
The group has ROCKED Cleveland area schools with an interactive rock concert. Children were invited to voice their opinions and share their ideas on the subject matter at hand.
"It is our contention that children love to think, to be stimulated mentally and emotionally and have a derived need to be heard," according to Durkay, "The Monster Rockers are simply a vehicle which kids can express themselves. Our stories present a situation, the music provides food for thought, and it is the children's thoughts and ideas which are expressed that are incredibly insightful and significant."
The Music and stories behind the MONSTER ROCKERS are available on the bands website http://www.monsterrockers.com
The audio is in it's entirety and it is absolutely FREE. Review Copies Available, send press credentials to company contact.
Michael Durkay
Monster Rockers, Inc.
16186 Hummel Road
Cleveland, Ohio 44142
(216)267-4065
durkay@sbcglobal.net or mike@monsterrockers.com
6-22-03. Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel are considering a reunion tour. Before their Grammy performance this year, the folk / pop duo had not performed together since 1994.
