Starting on January 2nd I'll begin posting some short reviews for the many many movies I saw over the holidays. I saw National Treasure 2, Atonement, Ratatouille, Alien Vs Predator, Joshua, Hair Spray, Eastern Promises, Sweeny Todd, The Kingdom, The Hottest State and a few others.
I have also decided to begin my TOP 10 Movies of the Year countdown beginning next Monday the 7th. I still haven't seen There Will Be Blood or The Savages, but I will post without them for now and will adjust the list as needed.
I hope you all have a very happy new year.
Cree
Monday, December 31, 2007
Sunday, December 30, 2007
Thursday, December 20, 2007
Christmas Gift
Ok, so someone gave me the best and worst Christmas gift in the world today. It's an assortment of homemade cookies. And they are amazing. Which is why they are the best gift! But, because it is an assortment, I feel like I have to eat them all right now. Because what if the white chocolate mac. nut cookie isn't the best one. What if the best cookie is the heath bar crunch cookie. Or what if it's the peanut butter cookie. And that's why it is the worst gift too.
Does anyone else see my dilema?
I used the word Amicable today. I got made fun of by my friends. They didn't know what it meant and accused me of speaking above their heads. Honestly, I thought everyone used that word. Little did I know, there are people out there who can't even pronounce it. What do you guys think? Is Amicable an okay word to use in every day conversation?
I'm going to see several movies over the next week. I will be reviewing them all. Here is a list: Sweeny Todd, National Treasure 2, Alien Vs. Predator 2, and Charlie Wilson's War. I may also see Atonement and Margot and the Wedding, but only if time permits.
I'll be doing my best movies of the year list sometime in January after There Will Be Blood and The Savages are released in Memphis.
Have a very safe, happy, jolly, and Merry Christmas. And please stop for just a minute and think about what this holiday means to you. And cherish the time with your familes. We are getting older and we aren't promised a whole lot more holiday seasons with them. And when you're driving down the road, let someone cut in front of you and wave at them, don't give them the finger. You'll feel better about yourself.
Merry Christmas
Cree
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
Best Albums of '07- NUMBER 1
The HIVES
Black and White Album
For their 4th studio album, The Hives took their sweet time. They pranced around the world recording in different spots including a stint in Oxford, Mississippi. Go figure. But what the time off did was give the band some time to re-energize and come out swinging. Well the wait is over and the new record is explosive. It's kind of like listening to two different bands. The first half is vintage Hives with Tick Tick Boom and other rock songs. However, the band takes an unexpected left turn about half way through. The two best songs on the album were produced by Pharrell Williams. They are "Well Alright" and the funky "T.H.E.H.I.V.E.S."
Movie Review - JUNO
I had the pleasure of seeing one of the SPOILER ALERT! top 5 best movies of 2007 last night. Juno! It was freakin’ hilarious and far better than I had even expected; and let’s be honest, my expectations were pretty high.
Juno, named after the beautiful wife of Zeus and NOT the town in Alaska, is a far cry from the most popular girl in school. She’s not a nerd, but more of a freak/geek hybrid in my opinion. However, her choice in men (boys) is quite peculiar. Played by Ellen Page (X-Men 3, Hard Candy) Juno brings a zest to the screen that is hard to describe. She’s almost like a less beautiful, more cut throat Veronica Mars with all of her witty banter and pointed comebacks. She is feisty to the core.
Juno and her best friend Paulie Bleeker (Michael Cera from Super Bad) are bored one day and they decide to do the deed. Bleeker is a nerd, a hard core mama’s boy, but he’s always true to himself and that makes him endearing. But, their “sexual activity” leads to pregnancy and that’s where the story picks up…
Juno, being a sixteen year old student, decides to give the baby up for adoption to a nice family that she finds in the Penny Saver Coupon Clipper. That couple is played by Jason Bateman and Jennifer Garner. Bateman’s character is likeable and he plays off of Ellen Page really well, but he never seems to give himself over to the role completely. Jennifer Garner was the only part of the film that I didn’t like. She comes off as cold and stuck-up even during parts of the film that she is supposed to be winning over the audience. Maybe I will just never be able to see her in any role besides Sydney Bristow.
There were funnier movies this year, including Knocked-Up, if you are rating on a laughs-per-minute ratio. However, none of the comedies, including Super Bad, had as much heart to go behind the jokes.
I don’t want to ruin any of the jokes here and so I am refraining from giving you direct quote. Just know that every word that comes out of Page’s mouth is funny. Sometimes the sarcasm is coming so fast that you have to spend a second reliving the scene to get everything put down that she slings.
The movie’s dialogue is very hip. Of course, on that same note, the dialogue is very square too. For example, Bleeker tells Juno at one point that he’s cheesed off. I can’t think of a worse word to describe being angry than cheesed. Of course that’s what makes you love Bleeker.
J.K. Simmons plays Juno’s father. From his role in the Spider-Man trilogy to playing Deputy Chief Brenda Lee Johnson’s boss on The Closer, he is always a riot on screen. It’s no different here. He and his wife played by Allison Janney do their best to accept the way things are and to help Juno through the pregnancy.
If you were a fan of last year’s Little Miss Sunshine, then Juno is one that you should add to your list. During this holiday season, with huge studio hits coming out like I Am Legend, Sweeny Todd, and Charlie Wilson’s War, please don’t forget to take some time and see the little movie that could.
MOVIE GRADE: A
Juno, named after the beautiful wife of Zeus and NOT the town in Alaska, is a far cry from the most popular girl in school. She’s not a nerd, but more of a freak/geek hybrid in my opinion. However, her choice in men (boys) is quite peculiar. Played by Ellen Page (X-Men 3, Hard Candy) Juno brings a zest to the screen that is hard to describe. She’s almost like a less beautiful, more cut throat Veronica Mars with all of her witty banter and pointed comebacks. She is feisty to the core.
Juno and her best friend Paulie Bleeker (Michael Cera from Super Bad) are bored one day and they decide to do the deed. Bleeker is a nerd, a hard core mama’s boy, but he’s always true to himself and that makes him endearing. But, their “sexual activity” leads to pregnancy and that’s where the story picks up…
Juno, being a sixteen year old student, decides to give the baby up for adoption to a nice family that she finds in the Penny Saver Coupon Clipper. That couple is played by Jason Bateman and Jennifer Garner. Bateman’s character is likeable and he plays off of Ellen Page really well, but he never seems to give himself over to the role completely. Jennifer Garner was the only part of the film that I didn’t like. She comes off as cold and stuck-up even during parts of the film that she is supposed to be winning over the audience. Maybe I will just never be able to see her in any role besides Sydney Bristow.
There were funnier movies this year, including Knocked-Up, if you are rating on a laughs-per-minute ratio. However, none of the comedies, including Super Bad, had as much heart to go behind the jokes.
I don’t want to ruin any of the jokes here and so I am refraining from giving you direct quote. Just know that every word that comes out of Page’s mouth is funny. Sometimes the sarcasm is coming so fast that you have to spend a second reliving the scene to get everything put down that she slings.
The movie’s dialogue is very hip. Of course, on that same note, the dialogue is very square too. For example, Bleeker tells Juno at one point that he’s cheesed off. I can’t think of a worse word to describe being angry than cheesed. Of course that’s what makes you love Bleeker.
J.K. Simmons plays Juno’s father. From his role in the Spider-Man trilogy to playing Deputy Chief Brenda Lee Johnson’s boss on The Closer, he is always a riot on screen. It’s no different here. He and his wife played by Allison Janney do their best to accept the way things are and to help Juno through the pregnancy.
If you were a fan of last year’s Little Miss Sunshine, then Juno is one that you should add to your list. During this holiday season, with huge studio hits coming out like I Am Legend, Sweeny Todd, and Charlie Wilson’s War, please don’t forget to take some time and see the little movie that could.
MOVIE GRADE: A
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
The Dark Knight - Mini Review
I saw the first six minutes of The Dark Knight on YouTube over the weekend. For those of you living in a cave, The Dark Knight is the sequel to Christopher Nolan's Batman Begins. The movie will be out in the Summer of '08. All I can say after seeing the clip is wow.
The tone and pacing is nothing short of heart pounding. It's exactly what you would expect from Christopher Nolan (Memento). The scene takes place inside a bank during a robbery and is non-stop action from the first second. The robbery is being run by some of The Joker's cronies and unlike some of the other superhero movies, the villians here don't play nearly as nice. They shoot to kill first and never worry about asking questions.
For the record, Heath Ledger looks awesome as The Joker and I'm beginning to think that he was the perfect cast for this film. We'll see.
Best Albums of '07 - Number 2
Rilo Kiley
Under The Black Light
Jenny Lewis returned to Rilo Kiley after a year long break in support of her stint with The Watson Twins. Where the Jenny Lewis and The Watson Twins album was heavy and dug deep into some emotional baggage, Under The Black Lights is a much more fun, free-spirited effort. The best track on the disk is called "Smoke Detector," while the first single "Silver Lining" is a brilliant song about being the better half of someone who just doesn't complete you in the same way.
Monday, December 17, 2007
Best Albums of '07 - Number 3
Bright Eyes
Cassadaga
Ok, so maybe I am a little bit biased on this one...but it doesn't change the fact that this was an amazing album. After taking 2006 off, Conor and the gang returned with this offering. I had the pleasure of seeing them in concert twice in '07 and both shows were great. I assure you this album will pop up on many top-10 lists this year.
Sunday, December 16, 2007
Jingle Jam 2007
I had the pleasure of heading down to Tunica Friday night for the Q107.5 Jingle Jam celebration. Amongst the hip-hop music, drunk morons, and booty dancing, a few bands actually took the stage to perform. Here’s a quick rundown of the show.
We arrived late, missing Matt Kearny and Quiet Drive. It’s too bad that we didn’t miss The Long Goodnight. They were the worst band on the bill by far. The lead singer was drunk and awkward. He didn’t seem comfortable up on the stage.
The act with the biggest crowd response was Baby Bash. Those who know me know that I don’t have a damned clue about no Baby Bash. I don’t want to know nothin’ ‘bout no Baby Bash. But the crowd had a good time and everyone danced and that’s all that mattered. I did learn that if you can say “yeah” over and over and over then you have a pretty good chance of being a rapper.
I Nine was pretty okay. The singer’s voice kind of got lost behind the guitar, but she was really into her music and very interactive with the crowd.
Shiny Toy Guns were my second favorite act of the night. Behind their hit single the leading lady (forgive my laziness for not looking up her name) was a riot on stage while the lead male vocalist was happy to give the spotlight. He settled in behind the mic and did his own thing. I was pleased with the crowd response to the show considering that they had to follow Baby Bash.
My favorite performance of the night came from Simple Plan. I was a little disappointed at first that their set was acoustic. But they pulled it off nicely running through 5 or 6 of their hits before hitting the casino floor to lose lots of money. They played Addicted and Perfect and their new hit single, which may be one of my favorite songs of theirs. If they make it back to Memphis on their new tour as promised then I look forward to seeing them plugged in.
Good Charlotte’s Benji and Joel played a quick acoustic set. I’m not sure they wanted to be there in the first place. But they zoomed through their 4 or 5 songs and were gone as fast as they had come. While they sounded good, their energy was low and something tells me that Mr. Nicole Richie might be getting too big for his britches.
Blake Lewis…who? He beat boxed his way through a couple of painful tunes. He helped his moronic brother (drummer) turn his mic on. He then danced around like a chicken through a couple of “real” songs. Thank goodness his set was short. I didn’t even have to pee, but I was about to take another bathroom break during his set.
And finally Three Days Grace took the stage…but I can’t do a review of them because I left to go play roulette. I hate Three Days Grace and it would have been disrespectful to my ears to sit there and listen to that nonsense.
Nevertheless, the show, booty music, pop-tunes, drunk lesbians and all, was a lot of fun. If anyone worth a damn is on the bill next year then you can count me in.
We arrived late, missing Matt Kearny and Quiet Drive. It’s too bad that we didn’t miss The Long Goodnight. They were the worst band on the bill by far. The lead singer was drunk and awkward. He didn’t seem comfortable up on the stage.
The act with the biggest crowd response was Baby Bash. Those who know me know that I don’t have a damned clue about no Baby Bash. I don’t want to know nothin’ ‘bout no Baby Bash. But the crowd had a good time and everyone danced and that’s all that mattered. I did learn that if you can say “yeah” over and over and over then you have a pretty good chance of being a rapper.
I Nine was pretty okay. The singer’s voice kind of got lost behind the guitar, but she was really into her music and very interactive with the crowd.
Shiny Toy Guns were my second favorite act of the night. Behind their hit single the leading lady (forgive my laziness for not looking up her name) was a riot on stage while the lead male vocalist was happy to give the spotlight. He settled in behind the mic and did his own thing. I was pleased with the crowd response to the show considering that they had to follow Baby Bash.
My favorite performance of the night came from Simple Plan. I was a little disappointed at first that their set was acoustic. But they pulled it off nicely running through 5 or 6 of their hits before hitting the casino floor to lose lots of money. They played Addicted and Perfect and their new hit single, which may be one of my favorite songs of theirs. If they make it back to Memphis on their new tour as promised then I look forward to seeing them plugged in.
Good Charlotte’s Benji and Joel played a quick acoustic set. I’m not sure they wanted to be there in the first place. But they zoomed through their 4 or 5 songs and were gone as fast as they had come. While they sounded good, their energy was low and something tells me that Mr. Nicole Richie might be getting too big for his britches.
Blake Lewis…who? He beat boxed his way through a couple of painful tunes. He helped his moronic brother (drummer) turn his mic on. He then danced around like a chicken through a couple of “real” songs. Thank goodness his set was short. I didn’t even have to pee, but I was about to take another bathroom break during his set.
And finally Three Days Grace took the stage…but I can’t do a review of them because I left to go play roulette. I hate Three Days Grace and it would have been disrespectful to my ears to sit there and listen to that nonsense.
Nevertheless, the show, booty music, pop-tunes, drunk lesbians and all, was a lot of fun. If anyone worth a damn is on the bill next year then you can count me in.
Best Albums of '07 - Number 4
Bishop Allen &
The Broken String
The best song on this collection is called "Click Click Click Click." It tells the story of someone who slips into a wedding and is captured on a photograph with the bride and the groom. This guy will now forever be a part of that very important day in their lives as he sits above the mantle next to the smiling couple. He sings about never meeting or introducing himself to anyone yet having an impact on their memories forever. The song is now featured in a digital camera commercial and is my favorite song of the year.
Saturday, December 15, 2007
Best Albums '07 - Number 5
Eddie Vedder
into the wild - soundtrack
The best Pearl Jam album in years is actually not a Pearl Jam album. While it's light on rock it's heavy on great lyrics and does a great job taking you, well, Into The Wild. Best song is called "Society."
Friday, December 14, 2007
Best Albums of '07 - Number 6
SPOON
Ga Ga Ga Ga Ga
Spoon have never been one of my favorite bands. Don't know why, I certainly have nothing against them. But until Ga Ga was released they were just another band barely making a blip on my radar. My thoughts have now changed and I've gone back and listened to their entire catalog. The best song on the disk is called "Underdog."
Thursday, December 13, 2007
Best Albums '07 - Number 7
The White Stripes
Icky Thump
The Stripes returned to the studio in '07 and in just 2 short weeks they pumped out another near masterpiece. The only reason I don't have this one higher is because the bass is mixed so loudly that it doesn't sound great in my car. Therefore I was limited in how much I could listen to it. Seeing them live this year allowed me to scratch another band from my "must see live" list. Amazing!
Most Searched Items On The Web
I found this interesting, hopefully you will too. Lycos, a search engine, released its 2007 "most searched" terms. I was shocked by some of this. I've interjected my commentary in red...
Most Searched Women of 2007
1. Britney Spears guess more people wanted to see her cooch than I thought...
2. Paris Hilton
3. Pamela Anderson They're called boobs, ed.
4. Anna Nicole Smith
5. Vanessa Hudgens High School Music is way tooo popular.
Most Searched Men of 2007
1. Clay Aiken the actual search was likely "Is Clay Aiken Gay"
2. Tupac The Black Elvis
3. Nelly
4. Akon
5. 50 Cent At least he beat Kanye at something this year...
Most Searched Fads of 2007
1. Poker This was actually shocking. Poker is sooo 2005.
2. Myspace The Devil...
3. YouTube
4. Runescape
5. Facebook
Most Searched Television Shows
1. Dancing With The Stars I Just don't get this...
2. American Idol
3. Hannah Montana Parents obviously aren't keeping up with what kids are surfing
4. Lost The most perfectly named show ever...we go online to see wtf we just watched...
5. Prison Break viewers were searching for what happened to this show...
Most Searched Bands
1. Green Day
2. Pussycat Dolls I guess Lycos uses the word BAND loosely.
3. Fall Out Boy
4. Nickelback I guess everyone was looking for lyrics to what that guy is whispering in that song.
5. Guns N' Roses No, it's not out...and yes China will be a democracy before it does...
Most Searched Women of 2007
1. Britney Spears guess more people wanted to see her cooch than I thought...
2. Paris Hilton
3. Pamela Anderson They're called boobs, ed.
4. Anna Nicole Smith
5. Vanessa Hudgens High School Music is way tooo popular.
Most Searched Men of 2007
1. Clay Aiken the actual search was likely "Is Clay Aiken Gay"
2. Tupac The Black Elvis
3. Nelly
4. Akon
5. 50 Cent At least he beat Kanye at something this year...
Most Searched Fads of 2007
1. Poker This was actually shocking. Poker is sooo 2005.
2. Myspace The Devil...
3. YouTube
4. Runescape
5. Facebook
Most Searched Television Shows
1. Dancing With The Stars I Just don't get this...
2. American Idol
3. Hannah Montana Parents obviously aren't keeping up with what kids are surfing
4. Lost The most perfectly named show ever...we go online to see wtf we just watched...
5. Prison Break viewers were searching for what happened to this show...
Most Searched Bands
1. Green Day
2. Pussycat Dolls I guess Lycos uses the word BAND loosely.
3. Fall Out Boy
4. Nickelback I guess everyone was looking for lyrics to what that guy is whispering in that song.
5. Guns N' Roses No, it's not out...and yes China will be a democracy before it does...
I Can't Wait
Here is the newest poster for Harold and Kumar 2. The first poster was of Neil Patrick Harris riding a unicorn and at the top were the words "What Would NPH Do?" The trailers for the film look great. April 28th will be a great day!
Best Albums of '07 - Number 8
RYAN ADAMS
EASY TIGER
Ryan Adams hasn't made too many top album lists over the last couple of years. He generally puts out at least two set of new tunes each year. But he took a little time off in late '05 and throughout '06 and the break seems to have paid off. This is easily his best collection of songs in a while. Best song on the album: Halloween Head
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
Best Albums of '07 - Number 9
Paolo Nutini
THESE STREETS
Paolo burst onto the scene in '07 with infectius tunes that got stuck in my head for days at a time. the best track on the disk is called "New Shoes." If you're a fan of catchy/poppy singer songwriters then you'll enjoy this one!
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
I AM Legend Movie Review
The year is 1977. Robert Neville, warehouse worker and family man, is doing his best to stay alive. See, he’s the last man on Earth. His survival is a must and each day he learns more and more about who or what killed the human race.
The year is 2012 and Dr. Robert Neville is the last man on Earth. See, just three years earlier doctors found a cure for cancer…but there were side effects. A virus spread rapidly and adapted even more quickly than expected. Soon it was airborne. The renowned scientist is looking for a cure every day, but it may be too late. He hasn’t seen another human face in so long that his mind is starting to crack.
The stories sound the same, but really they couldn’t be more different. The first is a quick rundown of the set-up for the 1954 book by Richard Matheson that the movie is based on. The second description is the plot for the 2007 movie “based” on that book.
I went into the movie trying to separate the two. I knew that the book, a 160 page ball of fire and brimstone, was one of my all-time favorites. The movie trailers gave just enough away for me to see how different the re-envisioning would be. So, I tried to look at the film as a completely different work. But that was much easier said than done.
The book is about an every-man; a blue collar worker trying to get answers for what happened, praying that he is not really the only man left on Earth. But he’s pretty sure that he is. Each day he gathers more and more information, often times putting his own life at risk to discover these things. And with each thing he learns, he adapts.
The movie version takes a much more scientific approach, making the lead character an accomplished professional with some involvement with the virus before it ever spreads. Most of these things are shown via flashbacks. The new way isn’t bad and it frees up a lot of Neville’s time. However, it causes the story to feel more forced and makes some of the later scientific developments a little more convenient than they needed to be.
There are several major differences that for the sake of the movie I will stay mum on. However, I will point out one since many of you reading this will have seen the previews by now.
In the book, Neville, being completely alone, struggles with his sanity and begs for anyone or anything to talk to. In the middle of the story a dog emerges one day, but is scared to death of Neville. Matheson spends page after page showing Neville doing anything that he can to connect to the dog and form that bond. It is a huge turning point in the story. With the movie version the dog, Sam, is a family pet. It was probably a necessary evil to have the dog already in place because it opens up the opportunity for dialogue. However, the impact of having that contact for the first time in years is lost. One of the biggest emotional impacts in the story has been erased.
I tried my best not to nip-pick the movie. And it had its own merits. Will Smith is once again at the top of his game. Ladies even had the chance to oooh and ahhhh during a shirtless work-out scene. The action is brisk and the scares come in droves, although many of them are cheap “bump in the night” type scares. Fun, nevertheless.
Where the movie really deserves to be dogged however is in the CG department. The FX were down right horrid and some of them looked so fake that the audience actually laughed out loud numerous times. It became distracting and certainly took away from the impact of the story.
Lastly, I have to discuss the ending of the movie. They re-shot the final few scenes just a couple of months ago. I understand why they did it. But I urge you to read the book. It took me less than two hours and it was worth every minute. I assure you, when you turn to that final page and read the last two paragraphs your jaw will drop and a chill will crawl over your skin. And that brilliant ending is nowhere to be found at the theatre.
If you just can’t bring yourself to actually sit down and read the book, don’t worry. After you’ve seen the movie, let me know and I will spoil the book for you. And you will understand how the movie should have been called something, anything, every thing other than I Am Legend.
Movie Grade: 5 out of 10
The year is 2012 and Dr. Robert Neville is the last man on Earth. See, just three years earlier doctors found a cure for cancer…but there were side effects. A virus spread rapidly and adapted even more quickly than expected. Soon it was airborne. The renowned scientist is looking for a cure every day, but it may be too late. He hasn’t seen another human face in so long that his mind is starting to crack.
The stories sound the same, but really they couldn’t be more different. The first is a quick rundown of the set-up for the 1954 book by Richard Matheson that the movie is based on. The second description is the plot for the 2007 movie “based” on that book.
I went into the movie trying to separate the two. I knew that the book, a 160 page ball of fire and brimstone, was one of my all-time favorites. The movie trailers gave just enough away for me to see how different the re-envisioning would be. So, I tried to look at the film as a completely different work. But that was much easier said than done.
The book is about an every-man; a blue collar worker trying to get answers for what happened, praying that he is not really the only man left on Earth. But he’s pretty sure that he is. Each day he gathers more and more information, often times putting his own life at risk to discover these things. And with each thing he learns, he adapts.
The movie version takes a much more scientific approach, making the lead character an accomplished professional with some involvement with the virus before it ever spreads. Most of these things are shown via flashbacks. The new way isn’t bad and it frees up a lot of Neville’s time. However, it causes the story to feel more forced and makes some of the later scientific developments a little more convenient than they needed to be.
There are several major differences that for the sake of the movie I will stay mum on. However, I will point out one since many of you reading this will have seen the previews by now.
In the book, Neville, being completely alone, struggles with his sanity and begs for anyone or anything to talk to. In the middle of the story a dog emerges one day, but is scared to death of Neville. Matheson spends page after page showing Neville doing anything that he can to connect to the dog and form that bond. It is a huge turning point in the story. With the movie version the dog, Sam, is a family pet. It was probably a necessary evil to have the dog already in place because it opens up the opportunity for dialogue. However, the impact of having that contact for the first time in years is lost. One of the biggest emotional impacts in the story has been erased.
I tried my best not to nip-pick the movie. And it had its own merits. Will Smith is once again at the top of his game. Ladies even had the chance to oooh and ahhhh during a shirtless work-out scene. The action is brisk and the scares come in droves, although many of them are cheap “bump in the night” type scares. Fun, nevertheless.
Where the movie really deserves to be dogged however is in the CG department. The FX were down right horrid and some of them looked so fake that the audience actually laughed out loud numerous times. It became distracting and certainly took away from the impact of the story.
Lastly, I have to discuss the ending of the movie. They re-shot the final few scenes just a couple of months ago. I understand why they did it. But I urge you to read the book. It took me less than two hours and it was worth every minute. I assure you, when you turn to that final page and read the last two paragraphs your jaw will drop and a chill will crawl over your skin. And that brilliant ending is nowhere to be found at the theatre.
If you just can’t bring yourself to actually sit down and read the book, don’t worry. After you’ve seen the movie, let me know and I will spoil the book for you. And you will understand how the movie should have been called something, anything, every thing other than I Am Legend.
Movie Grade: 5 out of 10
BEST OF '07 ALBUMS: NUMBER 10
ERA VULGARIS by Queens of the Stone Age
It's rockin' good fun mixed with kick your ass tunes! You can't help but put a smile on your face when your listening to Era Vulgaris by Queens of the Stone Age. Each song is catchy and even when the hook is small the songs get stuck in your head for days. I had a chance to see these guys in concert this year and man do they bring it.
BEST OF '07
It’s that time of year. All of the bloggers, magazine writers, and official media are putting together their “BEST OF ’07 LISTS.” I wanted to get out of the gate early with my Best Albums of the Year.
You will find several notable albums missing from my top ten: There’s no boring Radiohead. There’s no trendy Arcade Fire. There’s no overrated Kanye West.
Trying to avoid being biased and yet not wanting to be pretentious either I think I have been completely fair in my assessment. You be the judge...
I will post a new album each day until I reach number one. So let's get it started...
You will find several notable albums missing from my top ten: There’s no boring Radiohead. There’s no trendy Arcade Fire. There’s no overrated Kanye West.
Trying to avoid being biased and yet not wanting to be pretentious either I think I have been completely fair in my assessment. You be the judge...
I will post a new album each day until I reach number one. So let's get it started...
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
For The Shoppers...BLACK FRIDAY
Want to know what the hot deals are for the day after Thanksgiving? Well there is a site up now that has all of the ads posted before they are officially released. Usually these ads are held until November 19th in order to keep the competition fair between the stores...but for a sneak peak check out
www.blackfriday.info
www.blackfriday.info
My Morning Constitution
People used to complain all the time about how they got 10 hotdogs in a package, but buns only came in packs of 8. Really made no sense to a consumer, but to a company it makes plenty of sense (cents). If you have 10 hotdogs, you need 10 buns. So what does the average customer do? They buy two packages of buns.
Well this morning I was eating one of my favorite breakfast treats; strawberry pop-tarts with no icing. (I know, I’m a freak)
Anyway, it occurred to me that there are only 4 packs of pastries in each standard box. 8 total treats. In a tradition work week you wake up, fix a quick bite to eat, and head to work 5 times. Monday through Friday for some, but hat can be varied. Either way, over 75 percent of the business world works 5 days a week. So why not fill Pop-tart boxes with 5 little packages of treats. One box would simply equal one work week.
I just don’t understand the logic behind the thinking. Maybe someone can explain it to me.
For now, I will just keep on buying my pastries 5 boxes at a time. That will give me 4 full weeks of treats to grab as I head out the door.
Oh yeah, for anyone wondering why I like the ones with no icing…I like to heat them in the toaster and then cover then with butter and let it melt through the crust. YUM!!!
OUT!
Well this morning I was eating one of my favorite breakfast treats; strawberry pop-tarts with no icing. (I know, I’m a freak)
Anyway, it occurred to me that there are only 4 packs of pastries in each standard box. 8 total treats. In a tradition work week you wake up, fix a quick bite to eat, and head to work 5 times. Monday through Friday for some, but hat can be varied. Either way, over 75 percent of the business world works 5 days a week. So why not fill Pop-tart boxes with 5 little packages of treats. One box would simply equal one work week.
I just don’t understand the logic behind the thinking. Maybe someone can explain it to me.
For now, I will just keep on buying my pastries 5 boxes at a time. That will give me 4 full weeks of treats to grab as I head out the door.
Oh yeah, for anyone wondering why I like the ones with no icing…I like to heat them in the toaster and then cover then with butter and let it melt through the crust. YUM!!!
OUT!
Monday, November 12, 2007
Time Is On Our Side
One of these days I will stop writing posts about the WGA strike. But right now it’s so fresh on my mind that I can’t seem to stop.
With the end dates for many of our favorite shows on the horizon I wanted to do a special post about how we can fill our time waiting for the strike to end. I’ve come up with a list of 5 series that you should Netflix and watch as the networks fill their schedules with mindless reality programs and repeats.
1. Freaks and Geeks: The most realistic look at how bad high school can be for some students. Filled with humor and overflowing with vigor this show is all about heart. There’s some good news for those you interested in this series. And there’s some bad news. Good news is: it’s only one season and you can rush through it in no time. The bad news: it’s only one season and was prematurely yanked from the air.
Perfect for fans of: The Wonder Years, The O.C. and The Big Bang Theory
Extra Tidbit: Created by the guy who brought us 40 Year Old Virgin and Knocked-Up
2. Veronica Mars: If for nothing else than to see Kristen Bell before she blows up into one of the biggest entertainment stars in the world, watch the show. It is funny, snappy, witty, and full of great mysteries. And if you can’t afford the time to give it three full seasons, just watch the first one. It ranks up there with season one of Lost and season one of 24 for best premiere season of a new show.
Perfect for fans of: Chuck, Heroes, and any mystery series or book
Extra Tidbit: This show has fed actors into so many other shows like Big Love, Heroes, Moonlight, and Smallville.
3. The Wire: The most realistic cop/crook show on television. This cutting edge series follows Baltimore cops and its most dangerous drug dealers on a cat and mouse chase over 5 season. (The 5th one premieres on HBO early next year)
Perfect for fans of: The Sopranos, Homicide, and NYPD Blue
4. Battlestar Galactica: I know, I know. It’s too geeky for you. But hear me out. Try it. Watch the 2 part mini-series that started it all. If you aren’t sold after those few gripping hours then you never have to watch another episode again. But if you love it as much as I suspect then jump right on into season one and follow the greatest human struggle/political parallel/action-adventure series to ever be on television.
Perfect for fans of: The West Wing, Lost, and Firefly
5. Brothers and Sisters: This show is only in its second season, but there is no doubt in my mind that this series is going to be around for a long time. Sally Field is amazing as the matriarch of this large family. When her husband dies a few skeletons fall out of his closet leaving the family divided and only those bloodlines to bring them back together. Calista Flockhart is also pretty great, leaving her Ally McBeal days way behind her.
Perfect for fans of: Grey’s Anatomy, Cane, Dallas, or The West Wing
Others to catch up on:
The Sopranos: (You know you always wanted to watch it)
Scrubs: (I’ve never met someone who didn’t like this show after giving it a chance)
The Office: (You personally know everyone of these people. And each episode can bee seen 10 times and you’ll still see something new)
Lost: (I will never leave you alone with this show)
Dexter: (This show is seriously the best show you have never heard of)
With the end dates for many of our favorite shows on the horizon I wanted to do a special post about how we can fill our time waiting for the strike to end. I’ve come up with a list of 5 series that you should Netflix and watch as the networks fill their schedules with mindless reality programs and repeats.
1. Freaks and Geeks: The most realistic look at how bad high school can be for some students. Filled with humor and overflowing with vigor this show is all about heart. There’s some good news for those you interested in this series. And there’s some bad news. Good news is: it’s only one season and you can rush through it in no time. The bad news: it’s only one season and was prematurely yanked from the air.
Perfect for fans of: The Wonder Years, The O.C. and The Big Bang Theory
Extra Tidbit: Created by the guy who brought us 40 Year Old Virgin and Knocked-Up
2. Veronica Mars: If for nothing else than to see Kristen Bell before she blows up into one of the biggest entertainment stars in the world, watch the show. It is funny, snappy, witty, and full of great mysteries. And if you can’t afford the time to give it three full seasons, just watch the first one. It ranks up there with season one of Lost and season one of 24 for best premiere season of a new show.
Perfect for fans of: Chuck, Heroes, and any mystery series or book
Extra Tidbit: This show has fed actors into so many other shows like Big Love, Heroes, Moonlight, and Smallville.
3. The Wire: The most realistic cop/crook show on television. This cutting edge series follows Baltimore cops and its most dangerous drug dealers on a cat and mouse chase over 5 season. (The 5th one premieres on HBO early next year)
Perfect for fans of: The Sopranos, Homicide, and NYPD Blue
4. Battlestar Galactica: I know, I know. It’s too geeky for you. But hear me out. Try it. Watch the 2 part mini-series that started it all. If you aren’t sold after those few gripping hours then you never have to watch another episode again. But if you love it as much as I suspect then jump right on into season one and follow the greatest human struggle/political parallel/action-adventure series to ever be on television.
Perfect for fans of: The West Wing, Lost, and Firefly
5. Brothers and Sisters: This show is only in its second season, but there is no doubt in my mind that this series is going to be around for a long time. Sally Field is amazing as the matriarch of this large family. When her husband dies a few skeletons fall out of his closet leaving the family divided and only those bloodlines to bring them back together. Calista Flockhart is also pretty great, leaving her Ally McBeal days way behind her.
Perfect for fans of: Grey’s Anatomy, Cane, Dallas, or The West Wing
Others to catch up on:
The Sopranos: (You know you always wanted to watch it)
Scrubs: (I’ve never met someone who didn’t like this show after giving it a chance)
The Office: (You personally know everyone of these people. And each episode can bee seen 10 times and you’ll still see something new)
Lost: (I will never leave you alone with this show)
Dexter: (This show is seriously the best show you have never heard of)
Wednesday, November 07, 2007
An Article From LA TIMES About The Strike
The writers' strike will take an immediate toll on television viewers' favorite programs, dealing a setback to shows that are written day-to-day -- such as Jon Stewart's "The Daily Show" -- as well as scripted programming already underway or about to go into production.
Soap operas are expected to be the first to disappear since many can write only one month ahead and most have episodes to last them only until the end of the year. But during the 1988 strike, producers wrote in place of striking writers, and soaps stayed on the air.
Prime-time scripted series have episodes through mid-January or early February, depending on how many reruns they space out in the next few months. Unscripted shows -- such as "Survivor," "The Amazing Race," and, when it returns in January, "American Idol" -- would continue uninterrupted.
Here's a look at where many shows stand:
Syndicated Shows
"Ellen"
Decided not to tape her show Monday in support of the striking writers. Some writers on her show are guild members. Monday's and Tuesday's shows were taped last week, a spokesman said. DeGeneres has yet to decide whether to go ahead with further shows this week.
Late Night
"Colbert Report,""The Daily Show" and"Saturday Night Live"
Will go into repeats immediately.
"The Tonight Show" and"The Conan O'Brien Show"
Will go into repeats immediately.
"Jimmy Kimmel Live"
Staffed with WGA writers, so it would probably go to repeats. But Kimmel could also decide to wing it and do the show himself.
"Nightline"
Will remain live and in originals.
ABC
"Desperate Housewives"
Has nine episodes written, which should last through the first week of December.
"Grey's Anatomy"
13 episodes of 23 episodes written, 11 of which have been shot and six have aired. This means there are five more episodes in the can.
"Boston Legal"
Will have 14 or 15 of 22 episodes completed.
"Lost"
Expected to have eight out of 16 episodes ready.Midseason, none have aired yet
"Dirty Sexy Money"
Expected have between 11 and 13 episodes completed.
"Brothers and Sisters"
Expected to have either 11 or 12 episodes completed.
"Eli Stone"
Will have 13 of 13 ordered. Midseason premiere date is undetermined.
CBS
"CSI: Miami"
Will have 13 out of 24 episodes completed.
"Criminal Minds"
Will have 12 of 22 episodes completed.
"Moonlight"
Expected to have 11 out of 12 episodes completed; has not received an order for a full season.
"Jericho"
Will have seven of seven episodes.
NBC
"My Name is Earl"
Has 13 out of 13 episodes completed.
"Medium"
Will have nine of 22 episodes completed.
"30 Rock"
Has nine out of 22 episodes completed, with several days of shooting for the 10th episode scheduled for this week.
"Friday Night Lights"
Expected to complete 15 of 22 episodes.
"Scrubs"
Expected to complete 12 of 18 episodes.
"Journeyman"
Expected to complete 13 of 13 episodes; has not yet received an order for a full season.
Fox
"24"
Will have eight or nine out of 24 episodes completed. Midseason, none have aired yet.
"K-Ville"
Will have 10 of 13 episodes completed.
Sci-Fi
"Stargate Atlantis"
Expected to go on as scheduled.
"Battlestar Galactica"
Has 10 hours of episodes, plus a two hour movie to air this Fall.
"Eureka"
Will be affected.
FX
"Thirty Days"
Completed, not expected to be affected.
"Nip/Tuck"
5th season, the 22 episodes were planned for two cycles: 14 to run from now to February and eight next year. All 14 in the first cycle have been written. So, only the second cycle could be affected.
"The Shield"
The final season is written, no date set for airing.
"The Riches"
Seven of 13 are written, reportedly good through Dec. 10
"Dirt"
Production is underway, and it could be affected.
"Rescue Me"
fifth season, just announced, would be affected since production is expected to start in early '08.
"Damages"
No word yet on whether it would be picked up
HBO
"Entourage" and"Big Love"
Are currently in the writing stages and were scheduled to air in the summer of 2008.
"True Blood" and"12 Miles of Bad Road"
Have begun production.
"The Wire"
Completed and will air as scheduled.
"In Treatment"
New series will air as scheduled.
Showtime
"Dexter," "Weeds,""Californication" and"Brotherhood"
Have ended or will be ending their season runs.
"The Tudors"
Second season returns in late March, completed production Nov. 1 on 12 episodes.
A new Tracey Ullman series
Five-episode series is shot.
Soap operas are expected to be the first to disappear since many can write only one month ahead and most have episodes to last them only until the end of the year. But during the 1988 strike, producers wrote in place of striking writers, and soaps stayed on the air.
Prime-time scripted series have episodes through mid-January or early February, depending on how many reruns they space out in the next few months. Unscripted shows -- such as "Survivor," "The Amazing Race," and, when it returns in January, "American Idol" -- would continue uninterrupted.
Here's a look at where many shows stand:
Syndicated Shows
"Ellen"
Decided not to tape her show Monday in support of the striking writers. Some writers on her show are guild members. Monday's and Tuesday's shows were taped last week, a spokesman said. DeGeneres has yet to decide whether to go ahead with further shows this week.
Late Night
"Colbert Report,""The Daily Show" and"Saturday Night Live"
Will go into repeats immediately.
"The Tonight Show" and"The Conan O'Brien Show"
Will go into repeats immediately.
"Jimmy Kimmel Live"
Staffed with WGA writers, so it would probably go to repeats. But Kimmel could also decide to wing it and do the show himself.
"Nightline"
Will remain live and in originals.
ABC
"Desperate Housewives"
Has nine episodes written, which should last through the first week of December.
"Grey's Anatomy"
13 episodes of 23 episodes written, 11 of which have been shot and six have aired. This means there are five more episodes in the can.
"Boston Legal"
Will have 14 or 15 of 22 episodes completed.
"Lost"
Expected to have eight out of 16 episodes ready.Midseason, none have aired yet
"Dirty Sexy Money"
Expected have between 11 and 13 episodes completed.
"Brothers and Sisters"
Expected to have either 11 or 12 episodes completed.
"Eli Stone"
Will have 13 of 13 ordered. Midseason premiere date is undetermined.
CBS
"CSI: Miami"
Will have 13 out of 24 episodes completed.
"Criminal Minds"
Will have 12 of 22 episodes completed.
"Moonlight"
Expected to have 11 out of 12 episodes completed; has not received an order for a full season.
"Jericho"
Will have seven of seven episodes.
NBC
"My Name is Earl"
Has 13 out of 13 episodes completed.
"Medium"
Will have nine of 22 episodes completed.
"30 Rock"
Has nine out of 22 episodes completed, with several days of shooting for the 10th episode scheduled for this week.
"Friday Night Lights"
Expected to complete 15 of 22 episodes.
"Scrubs"
Expected to complete 12 of 18 episodes.
"Journeyman"
Expected to complete 13 of 13 episodes; has not yet received an order for a full season.
Fox
"24"
Will have eight or nine out of 24 episodes completed. Midseason, none have aired yet.
"K-Ville"
Will have 10 of 13 episodes completed.
Sci-Fi
"Stargate Atlantis"
Expected to go on as scheduled.
"Battlestar Galactica"
Has 10 hours of episodes, plus a two hour movie to air this Fall.
"Eureka"
Will be affected.
FX
"Thirty Days"
Completed, not expected to be affected.
"Nip/Tuck"
5th season, the 22 episodes were planned for two cycles: 14 to run from now to February and eight next year. All 14 in the first cycle have been written. So, only the second cycle could be affected.
"The Shield"
The final season is written, no date set for airing.
"The Riches"
Seven of 13 are written, reportedly good through Dec. 10
"Dirt"
Production is underway, and it could be affected.
"Rescue Me"
fifth season, just announced, would be affected since production is expected to start in early '08.
"Damages"
No word yet on whether it would be picked up
HBO
"Entourage" and"Big Love"
Are currently in the writing stages and were scheduled to air in the summer of 2008.
"True Blood" and"12 Miles of Bad Road"
Have begun production.
"The Wire"
Completed and will air as scheduled.
"In Treatment"
New series will air as scheduled.
Showtime
"Dexter," "Weeds,""Californication" and"Brotherhood"
Have ended or will be ending their season runs.
"The Tudors"
Second season returns in late March, completed production Nov. 1 on 12 episodes.
A new Tracey Ullman series
Five-episode series is shot.
Tuesday, November 06, 2007
A Tiger, A Strike, and A Saw
Rose made his debut for the Tigers last night and all I can say is DAAYUM. (That’s DAMN southern-style for those of you who missed that one.) He was three steps faster and three feet higher than everyone else on the court. I haven’t seen a player at Memphis that much better than everyone one else on the court since Penny Hardaway. Hold on Tiger fans. This is going to be a wild ride.
The writers strike is now underway in Hollywood. Fans of scripted shows like Grey’s Anatomy, Lost, and House are about to be heart broken. The biggest losers in all of this, besides the viewers of course, are the new shows. Programs will low to middle ratings might not be back. This includes Reaper, Chuck, Life, Journeyman and more. We won’t see the effects of the strike immediately, but as the shows head into their usual winter breaks they likely won’t return. Some shows like Heroes have even filmed alternate endings so that the final episodes can serve as season finales.
If the strike goes over a month (and it looking like it could last up to six) then shows like Lost and Medium will have to decide what to do. Lost only has 8 of its 16 episodes completed and the show runners were all seen on picket lines yesterday.
The immediate casualties were late night talk shows like The Late Show and The Tonight Show which went dark on Monday because their skit writers are on the picket lines. Some of those shows could come back as early as next week though, just in a different format. Likely gone will be monologues, skits, and top ten lists.
The only medium not affected will be reality shows. Look for more offerings than usual from the networks. And if the strike goes too long CBS might even bring back Big Brother for a winter edition.
No matter what happens, it is a very sad event. But I do feel like this is an important strike and the issues that the WGA are hung up on are very relevant.
I went to see SAW IV last week. I have to steal this review title from someone. The movie should be called SAW-IT-B-IV. As in, it’s basically the same movie all over again. A few cool deaths, a gruesome autopsy, and an open ending. I did like it better than the second one though. The ending on this one was a bit more flimsy and slightly more confusing than I would have liked. I think the horror genre is in need of a new kick-start though, something fresh. Much like Scream did in the 90’s I hope something comes along soon that takes the movies to another level.
Is it just me or is it really freaky that Thanksgiving is just 2 and a half weeks away. I mean, where has 2007 gone?
OUT!
The writers strike is now underway in Hollywood. Fans of scripted shows like Grey’s Anatomy, Lost, and House are about to be heart broken. The biggest losers in all of this, besides the viewers of course, are the new shows. Programs will low to middle ratings might not be back. This includes Reaper, Chuck, Life, Journeyman and more. We won’t see the effects of the strike immediately, but as the shows head into their usual winter breaks they likely won’t return. Some shows like Heroes have even filmed alternate endings so that the final episodes can serve as season finales.
If the strike goes over a month (and it looking like it could last up to six) then shows like Lost and Medium will have to decide what to do. Lost only has 8 of its 16 episodes completed and the show runners were all seen on picket lines yesterday.
The immediate casualties were late night talk shows like The Late Show and The Tonight Show which went dark on Monday because their skit writers are on the picket lines. Some of those shows could come back as early as next week though, just in a different format. Likely gone will be monologues, skits, and top ten lists.
The only medium not affected will be reality shows. Look for more offerings than usual from the networks. And if the strike goes too long CBS might even bring back Big Brother for a winter edition.
No matter what happens, it is a very sad event. But I do feel like this is an important strike and the issues that the WGA are hung up on are very relevant.
I went to see SAW IV last week. I have to steal this review title from someone. The movie should be called SAW-IT-B-IV. As in, it’s basically the same movie all over again. A few cool deaths, a gruesome autopsy, and an open ending. I did like it better than the second one though. The ending on this one was a bit more flimsy and slightly more confusing than I would have liked. I think the horror genre is in need of a new kick-start though, something fresh. Much like Scream did in the 90’s I hope something comes along soon that takes the movies to another level.
Is it just me or is it really freaky that Thanksgiving is just 2 and a half weeks away. I mean, where has 2007 gone?
OUT!
Wednesday, October 31, 2007
STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS
We are a city torn. Race divides us deeply. Politics tear our city apart. Stadium plans widen this gap. Conservation and transportation even separate us.
We just elected a mayor that had the balls to stand up on a podium after winning his 19th term and call out the “haters and players” that voted against him. Mainly he meant white people.
We are determined to keep a Ford in office no matter what. Whether it’s law breakers like John or Ophelia or the moron Edmund, we can’t seem to have an election without giving one of these undeserving “leaders” a say so in the downfall of Memphis. And when a good, upstanding, deserving man like Harold Ford Jr. runs we can wait to NOT cast our vote for him.
The state of our city is dire. We are on the brink of social and economic collapse. Even the people charged with the nutrition of our youngsters are void of any goodwill and honesty. We are near war in our streets.
This week a man chased and shot down a carjacker. The criminal put a gun in the 70 year old woman’s face and her son decided to not stand by helplessly. He took the law into his own hands. Good for him…but bad for our city. These could be the last days.
But these days won’t be our last. A saving grace is on the horizon. From New York to Texas to downtown Memphis, a blanket of security is coming our way.
Just when we thought that the end was upon us I have seen a tie that will bind us all; a bridge to the gaps that we have created and maintained. This comforting force…
The University of Memphis Tigers basketball team. I can’t remember ever feeling a buzz in the city like there is right now. That sense of pride is taking back over. And just for a couple of months our attention will be turning from the desolate situation we find ourselves in. That attention will tune into ESPN or CSTV or WLMT or CSS. And that hateful energy will be transformed into something positive. Something great. Something to be proud of.
This prediction doesn’t depend on wins and loses. Its ability to be fulfilled rests of the shoulders of all of us who consider ourselves fans.
So stand up. Get ready. The best thing to happen to Memphis since Dick Hackett is coming next week. COME ON BIG BLUE- LET’S GO!
We just elected a mayor that had the balls to stand up on a podium after winning his 19th term and call out the “haters and players” that voted against him. Mainly he meant white people.
We are determined to keep a Ford in office no matter what. Whether it’s law breakers like John or Ophelia or the moron Edmund, we can’t seem to have an election without giving one of these undeserving “leaders” a say so in the downfall of Memphis. And when a good, upstanding, deserving man like Harold Ford Jr. runs we can wait to NOT cast our vote for him.
The state of our city is dire. We are on the brink of social and economic collapse. Even the people charged with the nutrition of our youngsters are void of any goodwill and honesty. We are near war in our streets.
This week a man chased and shot down a carjacker. The criminal put a gun in the 70 year old woman’s face and her son decided to not stand by helplessly. He took the law into his own hands. Good for him…but bad for our city. These could be the last days.
But these days won’t be our last. A saving grace is on the horizon. From New York to Texas to downtown Memphis, a blanket of security is coming our way.
Just when we thought that the end was upon us I have seen a tie that will bind us all; a bridge to the gaps that we have created and maintained. This comforting force…
The University of Memphis Tigers basketball team. I can’t remember ever feeling a buzz in the city like there is right now. That sense of pride is taking back over. And just for a couple of months our attention will be turning from the desolate situation we find ourselves in. That attention will tune into ESPN or CSTV or WLMT or CSS. And that hateful energy will be transformed into something positive. Something great. Something to be proud of.
This prediction doesn’t depend on wins and loses. Its ability to be fulfilled rests of the shoulders of all of us who consider ourselves fans.
So stand up. Get ready. The best thing to happen to Memphis since Dick Hackett is coming next week. COME ON BIG BLUE- LET’S GO!
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
5 Most Overplayed Artists On Radio
In No Real Order:
1. Fergie: “Big Girls Don’t Cry” is one of the worst songs that I have ever heard in my life. The lyric “miss you like a child misses their blanket” makes me cringe. Really, you sat in a studio and wrote songs and that’s the best line that you could come up with?
2. Daughtry: I read about this new dish they’re serving over at FM 100. You take a touch of Creed, throw in some Nickelback cheese, and squeeze a twist of everything that makes American Idol suck ass and what do you have: The recipe for Crap. Crap called Daughtry.
3. Nickelback: That Rock Star song is breaking all the rules. I don’t get it. Most songs call mention drugs, suicide, or anything too sexually graphic. Yet this fool sings about having cheap drugs delivered by his drug dealer, which he keeps on speed dial. Yet there is no bleeping, no cutting out words, no censorship. And you’re trying to tell me that record companies don’t run radio stations…right.
4. Foo Fighters: Most people will argue with me on this one, which is fine because that’s why I write on here. But hear me out. Every song sounds the same. They have a few good hits, but if we played a game where I played a 2 second snip of 10 Foo songs the average radio listener wouldn’t get 5 of them right. Besides Monkey Wrench I feel like this band has put out the same single 19 times.
5. Pink: She can be hott. She can be ugly. She can be a dirrty skank. But no matter how she looks that day one thing remains the same; her music sucks. Yeah, there are a few catchy tunes. I still sing to that Pill song when I hear it. And I like her bad attitude. But she gets played over and over again and I don’t understand why. It’s as if her record label put the radio stations up to it…oh wait.
1. Fergie: “Big Girls Don’t Cry” is one of the worst songs that I have ever heard in my life. The lyric “miss you like a child misses their blanket” makes me cringe. Really, you sat in a studio and wrote songs and that’s the best line that you could come up with?
2. Daughtry: I read about this new dish they’re serving over at FM 100. You take a touch of Creed, throw in some Nickelback cheese, and squeeze a twist of everything that makes American Idol suck ass and what do you have: The recipe for Crap. Crap called Daughtry.
3. Nickelback: That Rock Star song is breaking all the rules. I don’t get it. Most songs call mention drugs, suicide, or anything too sexually graphic. Yet this fool sings about having cheap drugs delivered by his drug dealer, which he keeps on speed dial. Yet there is no bleeping, no cutting out words, no censorship. And you’re trying to tell me that record companies don’t run radio stations…right.
4. Foo Fighters: Most people will argue with me on this one, which is fine because that’s why I write on here. But hear me out. Every song sounds the same. They have a few good hits, but if we played a game where I played a 2 second snip of 10 Foo songs the average radio listener wouldn’t get 5 of them right. Besides Monkey Wrench I feel like this band has put out the same single 19 times.
5. Pink: She can be hott. She can be ugly. She can be a dirrty skank. But no matter how she looks that day one thing remains the same; her music sucks. Yeah, there are a few catchy tunes. I still sing to that Pill song when I hear it. And I like her bad attitude. But she gets played over and over again and I don’t understand why. It’s as if her record label put the radio stations up to it…oh wait.
Monday, October 29, 2007
I'm Back!!!!
I haven’t blogged in a while. I’m sorry about that, but some watchful eyes at work made me not want to risk it. I like my job and I need the money so I figured if it were the blog or my livelihood that had to go, I would choose the blog.
But that aside, I’m back and determined to pick up the blogging where I left off. Beginning with the new television season. All of the new shows have premiered and I can’t wait to hear what everyone thinks of them. I want to give my run down of the best and worst of the new season. Plus I will give you my new list of best shows on tv. READY?
Best New Shows:
1. Pushing Daisies: A month into it and I haven’t been disappointed yet. Sure, the fairy tale isn’t as captivating as Grey’s Anatomy or House, but it is a different kind of show. It requires total suspension of disbelief. And when you finally let yourself go completely it is a magical ride. Lee Pace is perfect as the pie maker and Chi McBride is the best sidekick of the season.
2. Samantha Who?: Christina Applegate has been abused and misused since her days as Kelly Bundy. But she finally has a starring vehicle as wonderful as she is. If you haven’t discovered this comedy yet, check it out on Monday nights on ABC. It is a really good time.
3. Private Practice: I know many people hated the backdoor pilot. I liked it. Then a lot of people liked the season premiere, but I hated it because of the total lack of chemistry. Now the chemistry is better and the show has my complete attention. And my least favorite character in the pilot is now far and away my fave: Cooper. His longing for Violet is as close to a real life situation as you can find on television.
4. The Big Bang Theory: Is the sitcom making a comeback? Two of the 5 best new shows on television are sitcoms. This one is a little more formulaic than Samantha Who, but it is equally funny. Sheldon is instantly one of the most endearing characters on any of the new shows. Check this one out.
5. Dirty Sexy Money: The Darlings can be a pain in the ass sometimes, but they are all kept grounded by Peter Krause’s Nick as he fights a daily internal conflict about how much of his soul to give this wealthy family. An overlying mystery about who murdered Nick’s dad is intriguing and Blair Underwood is a great cast addition giving this show even more flair.
HONORABLE MENTIONS:
- Chuck: Funny and plenty of room to grow. This might easily be in the top 5 by the end of the year. Too much sidekick Morgan though and the show is instantly shot.
- Reaper: The characters are all great. The freak-of-week is more like freak-of-the-weak. Ray Price as the Devil is a perfect thing of beauty. But the show still hasn’t made me care about Sam and Andy and their not-so-relationship.
WORST NEW SHOWS:
1. Cavemen: No explanation needed.
2. Carpoolers: Remember what I said earlier about the return of the sitcom, well scratch that after seeing this show.
3. Life: I just couldn’t get into this one. The show’s main character is way too quirky and a little too much for me to handle. His partner is too much like Michelle Rodriguez for me.
4. Journeyman: Um, thanks, but no thanks.
5. Viva Laughlin: Canceling this one is the second smartest move that they could make at CBS. Firing whoever ordered this show to begin with is the first.
TOP 10 SHOWS ON TV RIGHT NOW:
-That means Battle Star Galactica, Lost, The Shield, and The Closer aren’t on here
1. Brothers and Sisters
2. Dexter
3. The Office
4. Grey’s Anatomy
5. Desperate Housewives
6. House
7. Pushing Daisies
8. How I Met Your Mother
9. Samantha Who?
10. Private Practice
Most Improved Since Last Season:
Desperate Housewives
Going The Wrong Way Fast:
Heroes
But that aside, I’m back and determined to pick up the blogging where I left off. Beginning with the new television season. All of the new shows have premiered and I can’t wait to hear what everyone thinks of them. I want to give my run down of the best and worst of the new season. Plus I will give you my new list of best shows on tv. READY?
Best New Shows:
1. Pushing Daisies: A month into it and I haven’t been disappointed yet. Sure, the fairy tale isn’t as captivating as Grey’s Anatomy or House, but it is a different kind of show. It requires total suspension of disbelief. And when you finally let yourself go completely it is a magical ride. Lee Pace is perfect as the pie maker and Chi McBride is the best sidekick of the season.
2. Samantha Who?: Christina Applegate has been abused and misused since her days as Kelly Bundy. But she finally has a starring vehicle as wonderful as she is. If you haven’t discovered this comedy yet, check it out on Monday nights on ABC. It is a really good time.
3. Private Practice: I know many people hated the backdoor pilot. I liked it. Then a lot of people liked the season premiere, but I hated it because of the total lack of chemistry. Now the chemistry is better and the show has my complete attention. And my least favorite character in the pilot is now far and away my fave: Cooper. His longing for Violet is as close to a real life situation as you can find on television.
4. The Big Bang Theory: Is the sitcom making a comeback? Two of the 5 best new shows on television are sitcoms. This one is a little more formulaic than Samantha Who, but it is equally funny. Sheldon is instantly one of the most endearing characters on any of the new shows. Check this one out.
5. Dirty Sexy Money: The Darlings can be a pain in the ass sometimes, but they are all kept grounded by Peter Krause’s Nick as he fights a daily internal conflict about how much of his soul to give this wealthy family. An overlying mystery about who murdered Nick’s dad is intriguing and Blair Underwood is a great cast addition giving this show even more flair.
HONORABLE MENTIONS:
- Chuck: Funny and plenty of room to grow. This might easily be in the top 5 by the end of the year. Too much sidekick Morgan though and the show is instantly shot.
- Reaper: The characters are all great. The freak-of-week is more like freak-of-the-weak. Ray Price as the Devil is a perfect thing of beauty. But the show still hasn’t made me care about Sam and Andy and their not-so-relationship.
WORST NEW SHOWS:
1. Cavemen: No explanation needed.
2. Carpoolers: Remember what I said earlier about the return of the sitcom, well scratch that after seeing this show.
3. Life: I just couldn’t get into this one. The show’s main character is way too quirky and a little too much for me to handle. His partner is too much like Michelle Rodriguez for me.
4. Journeyman: Um, thanks, but no thanks.
5. Viva Laughlin: Canceling this one is the second smartest move that they could make at CBS. Firing whoever ordered this show to begin with is the first.
TOP 10 SHOWS ON TV RIGHT NOW:
-That means Battle Star Galactica, Lost, The Shield, and The Closer aren’t on here
1. Brothers and Sisters
2. Dexter
3. The Office
4. Grey’s Anatomy
5. Desperate Housewives
6. House
7. Pushing Daisies
8. How I Met Your Mother
9. Samantha Who?
10. Private Practice
Most Improved Since Last Season:
Desperate Housewives
Going The Wrong Way Fast:
Heroes
Tuesday, August 21, 2007
Big Brother Power Rankings # 5
Sorry I have been so bad about blogging lately. I will be back into the habit very soon, I promise. Big Brother has been very good the last two weeks and some of the things that transpired have made for a big change in the power rankings.
1. Jessica
2. Daniele
3. Zach
4. Eric
5. Evil
6. Jen
7. Jameka
8. Amber
Amber is a cry baby and won't win. She would have Dustin and Jameka's vote in the final two, but that's it. Evil is at number 5, but if he makes it to the final two then I think he will have a really great shot at winning the money. Zach moves way up this week because the guy is basically a fly on the wall and he is waltzing to the final two. I don't think he will make it, but I wanted to show the guy some respect and bump him up a bit for a week.
OUT!
1. Jessica
2. Daniele
3. Zach
4. Eric
5. Evil
6. Jen
7. Jameka
8. Amber
Amber is a cry baby and won't win. She would have Dustin and Jameka's vote in the final two, but that's it. Evil is at number 5, but if he makes it to the final two then I think he will have a really great shot at winning the money. Zach moves way up this week because the guy is basically a fly on the wall and he is waltzing to the final two. I don't think he will make it, but I wanted to show the guy some respect and bump him up a bit for a week.
OUT!
Monday, August 13, 2007
Big Brother Power Rankings #4
Thank goodness that Eric is still in the house. With some new alliances and a few twists in game strategy the rankings are a bit different this week!
1. Jessica
2. Jameka
3. Amber
4. Eric
5. Dustin
6. Jen
7. Evil
8. Daniele
9. Zach
Zach is last because he has no chance of winning. He could go to the final two out of dumb luck, but he wouldn't get a single vote. Even agains Evel Dick he would get out voted.
OUT!
1. Jessica
2. Jameka
3. Amber
4. Eric
5. Dustin
6. Jen
7. Evil
8. Daniele
9. Zach
Zach is last because he has no chance of winning. He could go to the final two out of dumb luck, but he wouldn't get a single vote. Even agains Evel Dick he would get out voted.
OUT!
Thursday, August 09, 2007
Hey Now
Haven't written the past couple of days. Some of you know why. I won't spell it out on here, but if you'd like to know, ask. It's not a big deal and it's not personal. Its just been a little tough to get online lately. I will do my best to keep it regular on here, I swear.
Hey, if Eric goes home on Big Bro tonight then I will not be happy. In fact I may just stop writing about it on here at all because I might not be watching the show tonight. CBS has seriously screwed the pooch on this one. I think there is going to be a huge backlash if a stupid banner sends Eric home.
What's with this heat? Did I fall asleep and wake up in New Orleans or something. Richard visited last week and I think he brought this shit back with him. Its too hot and I want it to be winter.
Hey, the cubs aren't in first any more. I jinxed them. I guess my nickname now is billy goat cree.
Out!
Hey, if Eric goes home on Big Bro tonight then I will not be happy. In fact I may just stop writing about it on here at all because I might not be watching the show tonight. CBS has seriously screwed the pooch on this one. I think there is going to be a huge backlash if a stupid banner sends Eric home.
What's with this heat? Did I fall asleep and wake up in New Orleans or something. Richard visited last week and I think he brought this shit back with him. Its too hot and I want it to be winter.
Hey, the cubs aren't in first any more. I jinxed them. I guess my nickname now is billy goat cree.
Out!
Friday, August 03, 2007
Ving Rhames' Dogs Kill Man
Normally this wouldn't be huge news. Dog attacks are pretty common. But there are two reasons that I am putting this on my blog. First of all, the publicity surrounding Michael Vick makes every dog story stand out. But the other is that the dogs that killed the man were mastiffs. Just like Brutus. So much for the gentle giant theory huh.
The details are still coming in, but apparently Rhames had four mastiffs and they attacked one of Rhames' handlers. The handler was the staffer responsible for the upkeep of the animals. It is not known what, if anything, caused the dogs to go on the offensive. Either way it is a very scary story and if you are mean to me I will get Brutus to come and lick you to death.
OUT!
The details are still coming in, but apparently Rhames had four mastiffs and they attacked one of Rhames' handlers. The handler was the staffer responsible for the upkeep of the animals. It is not known what, if anything, caused the dogs to go on the offensive. Either way it is a very scary story and if you are mean to me I will get Brutus to come and lick you to death.
OUT!
The Top 25 ESPN Coaches Poll for the 2007 football season has just been released. While I don't completely agree with the rankings I think that the top two teams are indisputable, but NOT SO FAST as Corso might say. Michigan is going to have a say-so in this thing.
Below is the poll. Beside some of the teams are my predictions for their records. Some of the teams even have a list of games that I think they will lose.
Below the poll is a list of other area teams of interest and their predicted record.
1. USC (11-1, loss @ California)
2. LSU (11-1, loss to Florida)
3. Florida (10-2, losses to Auburn and @ Georgia)
4. Texas (9-3, losses to TCU, Oklahoma, and @ Texas A&M)
5. Michigan (11-1, loss to Wisconsin)
6. West Virginia
7. Wisconsin
8. Oklahoma
9. Virginia Tech
10. Ohio State
11. Lousiville
12. California
13. Georgia
14. Auburn
15. Tennessee (9-3)
16. Rutgers
17. UCLA (9-3)
18. Penn State
19. Nebraska
20. Arkansas (8-4)
21. Florida State
22. TCU
23. Boise State
24. Hawaii
25. Texas A & M
Other Predictions:
Memphis (6-6)
Ole Miss (5-7)
Notre Dame (6-6)
Miami (7-5)
National Champion: LSU
Surprise Teams: TCU, Hawaii, and Georgia Tech
Biggest Drops: Notre Dame and Texas
Much improved: Memphis, Kentucky, and Oklahoma
GO CANES!
Below is the poll. Beside some of the teams are my predictions for their records. Some of the teams even have a list of games that I think they will lose.
Below the poll is a list of other area teams of interest and their predicted record.
1. USC (11-1, loss @ California)
2. LSU (11-1, loss to Florida)
3. Florida (10-2, losses to Auburn and @ Georgia)
4. Texas (9-3, losses to TCU, Oklahoma, and @ Texas A&M)
5. Michigan (11-1, loss to Wisconsin)
6. West Virginia
7. Wisconsin
8. Oklahoma
9. Virginia Tech
10. Ohio State
11. Lousiville
12. California
13. Georgia
14. Auburn
15. Tennessee (9-3)
16. Rutgers
17. UCLA (9-3)
18. Penn State
19. Nebraska
20. Arkansas (8-4)
21. Florida State
22. TCU
23. Boise State
24. Hawaii
25. Texas A & M
Other Predictions:
Memphis (6-6)
Ole Miss (5-7)
Notre Dame (6-6)
Miami (7-5)
National Champion: LSU
Surprise Teams: TCU, Hawaii, and Georgia Tech
Biggest Drops: Notre Dame and Texas
Much improved: Memphis, Kentucky, and Oklahoma
GO CANES!
Chris O'Donnell Has a Great Idea
Chris O'Donnell is starring in a new "limited" series that starts this week. The show will run for six hour long episodes. What he wants to do next is what's really interesting. He would like to be on a 24 hour series. No, not the show 24. He would like to be on a show that has 24 episodes. One season. And then the show is over. And the story is told. The End.
He thinks this idea would open up several doors. First it would bring in some top named actors who otherwise wouldn't consider a television show. Secondly it would allow fans of the show to have closure sooner rather than later. He used Lost as an example of a show that never really gives any closure. He also believes that the storytelling would be tighter and the story arcs more creative if there was a real end in sight for writers.
I believe the guy might be on to something. I certainly don't want all television shows to go this way. I think that would basically end the golden age that television has been experiencing the last five years or so. But I think the idea is great because it certainly would open itself to a larger viewing audience. One that may tune in to a story if they know there is a beginning, middle, and end.
I think the show 24 would have been a perfect premiere for this type of series. The show has certainly gone down in quality every year since. Nevertheless, I believe that all kinds of new, exciting, creative ways of telling stories through an hour long weekly show could be conceived with this format.
What do you think? Would you watch a one-season series? What would matter more, a big named star or a unique story-telling device?
OUT!
He thinks this idea would open up several doors. First it would bring in some top named actors who otherwise wouldn't consider a television show. Secondly it would allow fans of the show to have closure sooner rather than later. He used Lost as an example of a show that never really gives any closure. He also believes that the storytelling would be tighter and the story arcs more creative if there was a real end in sight for writers.
I believe the guy might be on to something. I certainly don't want all television shows to go this way. I think that would basically end the golden age that television has been experiencing the last five years or so. But I think the idea is great because it certainly would open itself to a larger viewing audience. One that may tune in to a story if they know there is a beginning, middle, and end.
I think the show 24 would have been a perfect premiere for this type of series. The show has certainly gone down in quality every year since. Nevertheless, I believe that all kinds of new, exciting, creative ways of telling stories through an hour long weekly show could be conceived with this format.
What do you think? Would you watch a one-season series? What would matter more, a big named star or a unique story-telling device?
OUT!
BIG BROTHER POWER RANKINGS # 3
I am writing this with no knowledge of who won HoH. I intentionally didn't watch the showtime show last night because I didn't want to spoil it for anyone. Therefore these rankings are based solely on my perception of who has power in the house and who has one foot already out the door.
Kail and Jen should be the bottom two, but they aren't. Why? Well they have bother managed to be nominated the last two weeks and both of them have managed to make it through. So their cat like lives give them a slight edge over Zach, whose only friend just got booted out last night.
Daniele remains near the top right now because she still has Dick protecting her, BUT, and this is a BIG BUT, if Jen or Kail get HoH for this week then Dick and Daniele could easily both be on the block again. She isn't int he top spot anymore though because her biggest alliance in the house just got sent packing.
Eric has managed to play the game and stay under the radar. Jessica has stayed under the radar, but isn't really playing the game. But neither of them are a target and that is why they head the rankings this week. Jameka finally took a step out into the spotlight this week, but it was a negative light in which she is basking in. The whole "God has the game all figured out" thing is enough to scare some people and might put a bullseye on her back.
The biggest mystery right now is this: How does the house feel about Amber and all of the crying? Do they think she's sweet and want to keep her around or are they tired of the constant water works and eventually want to get rid of her? This is why she finds herself in the middle of the pack right now.
And Holly, I hate to say I told you so, but Nick was in last place on the last power rankings for a reason. He was just caught between a rock and a hard place and we too big of a threat to too many people. I hope you find a new favorite player!
And with that, here are the Power Rankings for this week!
1. Eric
2. Jessica
3. Daniele
4. Jameka
5. Amber
6. Dustin
7. Evil
8. Kail
9. Jen
10. Zach
OUT!
Kail and Jen should be the bottom two, but they aren't. Why? Well they have bother managed to be nominated the last two weeks and both of them have managed to make it through. So their cat like lives give them a slight edge over Zach, whose only friend just got booted out last night.
Daniele remains near the top right now because she still has Dick protecting her, BUT, and this is a BIG BUT, if Jen or Kail get HoH for this week then Dick and Daniele could easily both be on the block again. She isn't int he top spot anymore though because her biggest alliance in the house just got sent packing.
Eric has managed to play the game and stay under the radar. Jessica has stayed under the radar, but isn't really playing the game. But neither of them are a target and that is why they head the rankings this week. Jameka finally took a step out into the spotlight this week, but it was a negative light in which she is basking in. The whole "God has the game all figured out" thing is enough to scare some people and might put a bullseye on her back.
The biggest mystery right now is this: How does the house feel about Amber and all of the crying? Do they think she's sweet and want to keep her around or are they tired of the constant water works and eventually want to get rid of her? This is why she finds herself in the middle of the pack right now.
And Holly, I hate to say I told you so, but Nick was in last place on the last power rankings for a reason. He was just caught between a rock and a hard place and we too big of a threat to too many people. I hope you find a new favorite player!
And with that, here are the Power Rankings for this week!
1. Eric
2. Jessica
3. Daniele
4. Jameka
5. Amber
6. Dustin
7. Evil
8. Kail
9. Jen
10. Zach
OUT!
Thursday, August 02, 2007
May I Ramble?
Been in one of those moods the last few days. I don't know if it's because Jason just moved out and I am adjusting to living alone or what. Something strange is certainly going on in my brain. Hell, something strange is going on everywhere. Here it is, August, and the Chicago Cubs are in first place. What other signs do you need?
I feel like I am at that point where I just need a major change. The last few times I felt like this I ended up moving. That's not really an option at this point, but if it were I'd have to strongly consider it. I don't hate Memphis like I used to, but a different flavor might be refreshing for a while.
I have one friend who is such a habit maker. She has a set routine and she follows it precisely. I admire her for that. But I couldn't live like that. I have another friend who is a bit of a free spirit. Easy come, easy go. She looks for adventure and takes it by the horns. It's a refreshing way to live, but one that I have never been able to bring myself to. I like control too much and if I am just going the way the wind takes me then I feel out of control. So am I really stuck somewhere in the middle?
One thing that I've noticed is that I get more like this in the summer than any other time of the year. They say that most people are effected by the winter time, but I know that the summer is harder on me. I don't enjoy summertime at all. Never have. I like cold weather, football, winter clothes, AND TWINS. Did I mention that the Cubbies are in first place.
Man, Brutus is growing like crazy. I need to take him to be weighed. If I had to guess I would say 80-85 pounds. He turned 6 months old yesterday. I once heard of someone referring to their dog as "my little slice of Heaven". I'm pretty attached to Brutus, but if I ever refer to him as my little slice of Heaven please load me up in the car and drop me off at Backstreet.
I had a great birthday. First I got to spend the day with my family. I had my favorite meal, lots of drinks, and a ton of fun. Beth and I went up and swam and visited. Good Times. I then came back and went out with some friends to RP Tracks. I had way too much to drink (thanks steph, beth, and justin). I enjoyed just hanging out with everyone. I got some pretty great gifts too. The most interesting gift was from Katrina and Holly. They got me the electronic version of catchphrase. Can we say game night? But that wasn't the most interesting thing. The interesting thing was a bottle of foamy soap from one of those smell good body places. (The name slips my mind) Anyway, Katrina has a bottle in her bathroom and every time I have tried to use the stuff it shoots straight out and onto my shirt. Maybe I'm a moron. Maybe I'm stronger than I think. But either way, the stuff smells good, whether it's on my shirt or my hands. So I think it is officially the girliest gift I have ever gotten, but it stands proudly in my bathroom.
I am worried that I may have ruined a great movie for myself. I have been waiting in such high anticipation for the new movie Superbad. But my expectations are so high that I am scared to death that I am going to be disappointed. Either way, mark August 17th on your calendars. I want to get a huge ass group of people together to go see it. Even if I walk away being disappointed I will always have the memory of the first time I saw the trailer and how I almost laughed myself right out of my seat.
Anyway, with the Cubs in first and the summer dog days upon us I think I am going to try to write more posts like this. I like taking a few minutes every so often and just writing about what's going on. For those of you coming to game night Saturday night I think you're going to have a great time. Also, check out the blog next week because I will be posting a review of The Bourne Ultimatum.
OUT!
I feel like I am at that point where I just need a major change. The last few times I felt like this I ended up moving. That's not really an option at this point, but if it were I'd have to strongly consider it. I don't hate Memphis like I used to, but a different flavor might be refreshing for a while.
I have one friend who is such a habit maker. She has a set routine and she follows it precisely. I admire her for that. But I couldn't live like that. I have another friend who is a bit of a free spirit. Easy come, easy go. She looks for adventure and takes it by the horns. It's a refreshing way to live, but one that I have never been able to bring myself to. I like control too much and if I am just going the way the wind takes me then I feel out of control. So am I really stuck somewhere in the middle?
One thing that I've noticed is that I get more like this in the summer than any other time of the year. They say that most people are effected by the winter time, but I know that the summer is harder on me. I don't enjoy summertime at all. Never have. I like cold weather, football, winter clothes, AND TWINS. Did I mention that the Cubbies are in first place.
Man, Brutus is growing like crazy. I need to take him to be weighed. If I had to guess I would say 80-85 pounds. He turned 6 months old yesterday. I once heard of someone referring to their dog as "my little slice of Heaven". I'm pretty attached to Brutus, but if I ever refer to him as my little slice of Heaven please load me up in the car and drop me off at Backstreet.
I had a great birthday. First I got to spend the day with my family. I had my favorite meal, lots of drinks, and a ton of fun. Beth and I went up and swam and visited. Good Times. I then came back and went out with some friends to RP Tracks. I had way too much to drink (thanks steph, beth, and justin). I enjoyed just hanging out with everyone. I got some pretty great gifts too. The most interesting gift was from Katrina and Holly. They got me the electronic version of catchphrase. Can we say game night? But that wasn't the most interesting thing. The interesting thing was a bottle of foamy soap from one of those smell good body places. (The name slips my mind) Anyway, Katrina has a bottle in her bathroom and every time I have tried to use the stuff it shoots straight out and onto my shirt. Maybe I'm a moron. Maybe I'm stronger than I think. But either way, the stuff smells good, whether it's on my shirt or my hands. So I think it is officially the girliest gift I have ever gotten, but it stands proudly in my bathroom.
I am worried that I may have ruined a great movie for myself. I have been waiting in such high anticipation for the new movie Superbad. But my expectations are so high that I am scared to death that I am going to be disappointed. Either way, mark August 17th on your calendars. I want to get a huge ass group of people together to go see it. Even if I walk away being disappointed I will always have the memory of the first time I saw the trailer and how I almost laughed myself right out of my seat.
Anyway, with the Cubs in first and the summer dog days upon us I think I am going to try to write more posts like this. I like taking a few minutes every so often and just writing about what's going on. For those of you coming to game night Saturday night I think you're going to have a great time. Also, check out the blog next week because I will be posting a review of The Bourne Ultimatum.
OUT!
Big Brother
Will Daniele and Nick have to say goodbye tonight? My guess is yes. I think that the votes will be tallied and only one person will vote for Nick to stay in. That person will be Daniele. Unless of course America forces Eric to vote out Kail. If that happens Eric is might end up being caught this time and it could out him as a turncoat against his alliance.
I am thinking about starting a drinking game with Big Brother. Much like the one the guys played with Jen earlier this year when they took a shot every time she used the word "I." Except, I am going to take a shot every single time they show someone crying on Big Brother 8. So, don't bother calling me after the show. I'll be sloshed.
The power rankings tomorrow will look a little bit different no matter who wins head of household tonight. The alliance of seven is very strong and Kail, Jen, Nick, and Zach are going to all find themselves low on the totem pole.
Tonight should be good. Can't wait to blog more about it tomorrow.
OUT!
I am thinking about starting a drinking game with Big Brother. Much like the one the guys played with Jen earlier this year when they took a shot every time she used the word "I." Except, I am going to take a shot every single time they show someone crying on Big Brother 8. So, don't bother calling me after the show. I'll be sloshed.
The power rankings tomorrow will look a little bit different no matter who wins head of household tonight. The alliance of seven is very strong and Kail, Jen, Nick, and Zach are going to all find themselves low on the totem pole.
Tonight should be good. Can't wait to blog more about it tomorrow.
OUT!
Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Memphis Shows
Man, thanks to the new Snowden Grove Amphitheater the Memphis/North Mississippi area has been flooded with good shows. I think this is great for the region. Starwood, the huge amphitheater in Nashville, was recently shut down and this has really helped bring some good shows to the Mid-South. The fact that Snowden is pulling in shows also means that Mud Island has some serious competition and will likely begin trying to book more big ticket acts.
Here are some sweet shows I'm looking forward to...by the way, if you missed The White Stripes last night, you missed an amazing live show.
Queens Of The Stone Age New Daisy Theater 8-7
Ben Kweller Newbys 8-23
Live/Collective Soul Snowden 9-30
Velvet Revolver/ Alice in Chains Snowden 10-09
Smashing Pumpkins Mud Island 10-25
OUT!
Here are some sweet shows I'm looking forward to...by the way, if you missed The White Stripes last night, you missed an amazing live show.
Queens Of The Stone Age New Daisy Theater 8-7
Ben Kweller Newbys 8-23
Live/Collective Soul Snowden 9-30
Velvet Revolver/ Alice in Chains Snowden 10-09
Smashing Pumpkins Mud Island 10-25
OUT!
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Monday, July 30, 2007
NFL Preseason Power Rankings
Ok, so the preseason hasn't officially started. There are still 6 more days until that happens. But I can't hold it any longer. I have to jump in here and start blogging about some football. I know most of my loyal readers don't care, but a few (Rich and Paymon) do. So this is for them!!!
Here is how I have the Power Ranking as of today. I will adjust it each week after mulling over some preseason games. The top team is who I have as my most likely to win the Superbowl and it goes down to least likely. (Sorry Raider Fans)
1. Patriots
2. Colts
3. Chargers
4. Saints
5. Bears
6. Ravens
7. Cowboys
8. Bengals
9. Eagles
10. Broncos
11. Seahwaks
12. Steelers
13. Jaguars
14. Jets
15. 49ers
16. Rams
17. Panthers
18. Chiefs
19. Giants
20. Titans
21. Lions
22. Bucs
23. Dolphins
24. Falcons
25. Redskins
26. Texans
27. Cardinals
28. Packers
29. Browns
30. Vikings
31. Bills
32. Raiders
Now, let me say that i have three or four teams in my sights that could be making some big moves.
I think that the Tampa Bay Bucs are ready to break out and with Atlanta in turmoil this could be a great chance for them to make some noise in the NFC South. I think the Rams and 49ers are going to be right there with Seattle. I also think that Seattle could fall as far as 3rd in that division.
I think that the Panthers will be much imporved this year and they tend to have an up year and then a down. So we will keep an eye on that.
The Redskins are pretty low, but they have the talent to be in the top 5. Will Gibbs get them there? That remains to be seen.
I think the Colts are still the best in the AFC South, but watch out for Jacksonville. The Titans are likely going to take a step back this year. And Leftwich has something still to prove. So the Jags could make some noise.
But if I had to chose the Super Bowl match up right now...I'd say Saints and Patriots. That may change by next week.
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Here is how I have the Power Ranking as of today. I will adjust it each week after mulling over some preseason games. The top team is who I have as my most likely to win the Superbowl and it goes down to least likely. (Sorry Raider Fans)
1. Patriots
2. Colts
3. Chargers
4. Saints
5. Bears
6. Ravens
7. Cowboys
8. Bengals
9. Eagles
10. Broncos
11. Seahwaks
12. Steelers
13. Jaguars
14. Jets
15. 49ers
16. Rams
17. Panthers
18. Chiefs
19. Giants
20. Titans
21. Lions
22. Bucs
23. Dolphins
24. Falcons
25. Redskins
26. Texans
27. Cardinals
28. Packers
29. Browns
30. Vikings
31. Bills
32. Raiders
Now, let me say that i have three or four teams in my sights that could be making some big moves.
I think that the Tampa Bay Bucs are ready to break out and with Atlanta in turmoil this could be a great chance for them to make some noise in the NFC South. I think the Rams and 49ers are going to be right there with Seattle. I also think that Seattle could fall as far as 3rd in that division.
I think that the Panthers will be much imporved this year and they tend to have an up year and then a down. So we will keep an eye on that.
The Redskins are pretty low, but they have the talent to be in the top 5. Will Gibbs get them there? That remains to be seen.
I think the Colts are still the best in the AFC South, but watch out for Jacksonville. The Titans are likely going to take a step back this year. And Leftwich has something still to prove. So the Jags could make some noise.
But if I had to chose the Super Bowl match up right now...I'd say Saints and Patriots. That may change by next week.
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The Simpsons
Did you hear? The Simpsons movie raked in over 71 million dollars this past weekend. The "experts" predicted 60 million. I had my guess set around 45 million. I thought that they were waaaay over shooting it. But Homer and Bart managed to ride past even the most lofty expectations.
I am sure a sequel will be in the works. And I would bet that this bodes well for the future of the television series. And when the series does end I would guess that some life might remain in a string of motion picture releases.
That all being said, The Simpsons have now officially cemented itself as one of the true icons of our generation.
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I am sure a sequel will be in the works. And I would bet that this bodes well for the future of the television series. And when the series does end I would guess that some life might remain in a string of motion picture releases.
That all being said, The Simpsons have now officially cemented itself as one of the true icons of our generation.
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Friday, July 27, 2007
Star Trek News
At Comic-Con yesterday the Abrams panel did confirm that Zachary Quinto, (Sylar on Heroes) is officially playing Spock in the new Trek movie. Nimoy will also appear as the older version his iconic character. I'm digging this casting news. I know most of you don't care.
The Simpson's Movie : A Review
Have you ever seen an episode of The Simpson's? Did you like it? Well there is your movie review. If you dig the show, then the movie is one giant run-on episode with a very sturdy plot, some great gags, a few tear-jerking moments, and some hilarious nudity.
if you aren't a fan of the show then you probably don't care if the movie is any good or not. So you can skip to the bottom for my grade if you want. For those who have thought about going to see it here are some other thoughts:
- Homer is such a big lug of a character. Many a human character has emulated the great Homer, but none can pull off being such a dope like he can.
- Bart is the perfect image of teen angst. Even though he hasn't aged in twenty years he still manages to learn from his mistakes.
- The movie starts off in high gear, but it does lose a little steam in the middle. Don't worry, the plot comes full circle and it finds its groove again.
- A few of the jokes were a bit too forward. One crack on the National Security measures was painfully blatant. A room full of government employees are listening in on ever conversation they can to hear buzz words that might mean national security is in jeopardy. The Simpsons are overheard by one of the agents who stands up and shouts, "I can't believe it, the government actually found someone." Blah, I don't really need to be hit over the head with a joke. Either I get it or I don't.
- The movie translates well on the big screen. The crowd was really into it. The experience was a fun one, but you need to be a big fan to drop 8 or 9 bucks on an 85 minute cartoon. I'm glad I got to check it out for free.
Move Grade: B
Big Brother Power Rankings # 2
Dustin is HoH, Dick is out-of-power, Kail was saved, and Mike, the nicest guy in the history of the game might also be the dumbest. I understand loyalty, but I also understand 500,000 smackaroos.
This week I have Danielle remaining at the top of this list, but sliding to the bottom is Nick. He is too greasy...well okay, greasy and he is a bad player. At this point I am really starting to believe that Jen is going to win this thing. She is waaaay smarter than I gave her credit for and she seems to be dropping off of a lot of radars. Jessica and Jameka still haven't started playing the game so right now they will remain high on the power list, but with Dustin in charge and no real enemies to speak of it's the quiet players that might find trouble. Here is the complete list...
1. Danielle
2. Jessica
3. Jameka
4. Kail
6. Eric
7. Amber
8. Evil
9. Jen
10. Zach
11. Nick
The eliminator game for HoH was pretty revealing. Jen did get bumped out first. Kail wasn't too far behind her. Eric tried to go out intentionally and screwed that up, but it was a good thing because he left Dustin and Jameka to fight it out and no one remained that I didn't want to see as Head of Household.
More to come...
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This week I have Danielle remaining at the top of this list, but sliding to the bottom is Nick. He is too greasy...well okay, greasy and he is a bad player. At this point I am really starting to believe that Jen is going to win this thing. She is waaaay smarter than I gave her credit for and she seems to be dropping off of a lot of radars. Jessica and Jameka still haven't started playing the game so right now they will remain high on the power list, but with Dustin in charge and no real enemies to speak of it's the quiet players that might find trouble. Here is the complete list...
1. Danielle
2. Jessica
3. Jameka
4. Kail
6. Eric
7. Amber
8. Evil
9. Jen
10. Zach
11. Nick
The eliminator game for HoH was pretty revealing. Jen did get bumped out first. Kail wasn't too far behind her. Eric tried to go out intentionally and screwed that up, but it was a good thing because he left Dustin and Jameka to fight it out and no one remained that I didn't want to see as Head of Household.
More to come...
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Comic-Con Lost Tidbits
No huge news was leaked at Comic-con this year. The biggest news was spoiled a day early when media and critics clawed the information from ABC that Harold P. would be returning. Lindelof and Cuse said that Michael will be a full series regular again and that he would appear sometime in the first four episodes. They wouldn't say if he was returning in flash-forwards or in real time.
The flash forwards have always been a part of the plan, but they couldn't introduce them until they had an end date because the story have a very specific frame from this point forward and ruining that surprise early could have caused a lot of story-filler and tap dancing.
Some other bits:
Ben didn't intend to get swept up in Daniele's net in season 2. It was an accident. The big reveal though is still to come because the question we should be asking is "Where was Ben heading."
Daniele's story will be told in the future, but some other things have to sync up with another person first.
Next season will have flash backs and flash forwards, but the most important news about the time line is that the scene with Jack and Kate in the finale is NOT the end of Lost. They will flash every further forward.
No word on who was in the coffin or who exactly is on the freighter.
Libby's story will resurface in season 4. There were some hints that she had significant ties to DHARMA. That's important because she obviously had something to do with Desmond ending up on the island and something to do with Hurley in the mental hospital. They assure us this will be a very good reveal.
Not too much was mentioned about Jacob or Annie or any of the climatic events leading up to the finale which is disappointing since we have so much longer to wait than usual...BUT, I'd rather know too little than too much.
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The flash forwards have always been a part of the plan, but they couldn't introduce them until they had an end date because the story have a very specific frame from this point forward and ruining that surprise early could have caused a lot of story-filler and tap dancing.
Some other bits:
Ben didn't intend to get swept up in Daniele's net in season 2. It was an accident. The big reveal though is still to come because the question we should be asking is "Where was Ben heading."
Daniele's story will be told in the future, but some other things have to sync up with another person first.
Next season will have flash backs and flash forwards, but the most important news about the time line is that the scene with Jack and Kate in the finale is NOT the end of Lost. They will flash every further forward.
No word on who was in the coffin or who exactly is on the freighter.
Libby's story will resurface in season 4. There were some hints that she had significant ties to DHARMA. That's important because she obviously had something to do with Desmond ending up on the island and something to do with Hurley in the mental hospital. They assure us this will be a very good reveal.
Not too much was mentioned about Jacob or Annie or any of the climatic events leading up to the finale which is disappointing since we have so much longer to wait than usual...BUT, I'd rather know too little than too much.
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Why Not Memphis???
This stuff never happens in Memphis. A television station in Hawaii this week was awarded some new call letters. They are: KUNT. Can you imagine, "good evening and thank you for watching our KUNT."
A station in Arizona (owned by the same man as the one in Hawaii) was awarded KWTF. "Good evening and welcome to K- What The Fuck."
I love it.
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A station in Arizona (owned by the same man as the one in Hawaii) was awarded KWTF. "Good evening and welcome to K- What The Fuck."
I love it.
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Thursday, July 26, 2007
Damages and Saving Grace; 2 Show Reviews
Damages premiered Tuesday night on FX. It is a legal thriller starring Hollywood heavyweight Glenn Close as shark-like attorney Patty Hewes. The show is both legal thriller and mystery. It begins with Rose Byrne climbing out of an elevator bloody and beaten. She stumbles to a police station as the interrogation begins.
The show then jumps back in time six months to show Byrne's character Ellen Parsons interviewing for a job with a law firm. She ultimately takes a job for Hewes's law firm, but not without a stern warning from a friend about Hewes' killer reputation.
Parsons is immediately put on a major case in which Ted Danson is the defendant. He plays a billionaire charged with bilking millions of dollars from his employees in a stock scandal. He doesn't play fair and the two sides quickly engage in deadly games.
How did Parsons end up bloodied six month in the future? Whose blood is it? Why was Parson's immediately thrust on this high profile case when she is so wet behind the ears?
The show is fast paced, there are twists and turns at every corner, and the good guys aren't always as good as you'd hoped. Glenn Close is on the top of her game. This show really is going to be a wild ride for the next three months. Catch a repeat of it as soon as you can.
Now, in a completely different type of show, Holly Hunter takes on the small screen in the new TNT dramedy Saving Grace. Hunter plays Grace, a hard-to-the-core Oklahoma City cop with a bad drinking habit and a big need to sleep around. One night after a night of heavy drinking Grace strikes a man with her car. Luckily Earl, an angel, swoops in to grant her one last chance on God's behalf.
Grace is skeptical at first, but soon comes to realize that Earl is real, not just a drunken figment of her imagination. But can she change her ways? We'll see. Holly Hunter is funny, charming, and almost too hot to handle. You root for her and against her at the same time. But mostly you root for her.
Saving Grace is another summer treat and you can catch Monday night's after The Closer.
Damages: A
Saving Grace: A-
The show then jumps back in time six months to show Byrne's character Ellen Parsons interviewing for a job with a law firm. She ultimately takes a job for Hewes's law firm, but not without a stern warning from a friend about Hewes' killer reputation.
Parsons is immediately put on a major case in which Ted Danson is the defendant. He plays a billionaire charged with bilking millions of dollars from his employees in a stock scandal. He doesn't play fair and the two sides quickly engage in deadly games.
How did Parsons end up bloodied six month in the future? Whose blood is it? Why was Parson's immediately thrust on this high profile case when she is so wet behind the ears?
The show is fast paced, there are twists and turns at every corner, and the good guys aren't always as good as you'd hoped. Glenn Close is on the top of her game. This show really is going to be a wild ride for the next three months. Catch a repeat of it as soon as you can.
Now, in a completely different type of show, Holly Hunter takes on the small screen in the new TNT dramedy Saving Grace. Hunter plays Grace, a hard-to-the-core Oklahoma City cop with a bad drinking habit and a big need to sleep around. One night after a night of heavy drinking Grace strikes a man with her car. Luckily Earl, an angel, swoops in to grant her one last chance on God's behalf.
Grace is skeptical at first, but soon comes to realize that Earl is real, not just a drunken figment of her imagination. But can she change her ways? We'll see. Holly Hunter is funny, charming, and almost too hot to handle. You root for her and against her at the same time. But mostly you root for her.
Saving Grace is another summer treat and you can catch Monday night's after The Closer.
Damages: A
Saving Grace: A-
Cloverfield
The first poster for JJ Abrams mysterious new movie was released today at Comic-Con. The movie, a monster-themed action flick similar to Godzilla, will hit theaters in January. The secretive production first made news when a teaser trailer premiered before Transformers over the July 4th weekend. The unofficial (working) title of the movie is Cloverfield.
LOST NEWS
Ok, well I don't actually have any new lost news right now. I am sure some of you have already heard that Michael will be back next season. He signed up for the whole season. I assume that means Walt will be back too. My guess is that we will see then in the future, off the island. It will also make it really easy for them to explain why Walt is six feet tall.
Anyway, I am sitting by right now waiting for news from the Lost panel at Comic-Con to start pouring in. This is the only time the rest of 2007 that Carlton and Damon will be talking about season 3 or 4 of Lost. So there should be some good bits of info coming in soon. I promise to keep my fellow Losties up on the news as I hear it.
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Anyway, I am sitting by right now waiting for news from the Lost panel at Comic-Con to start pouring in. This is the only time the rest of 2007 that Carlton and Damon will be talking about season 3 or 4 of Lost. So there should be some good bits of info coming in soon. I promise to keep my fellow Losties up on the news as I hear it.
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Some Lyrics
These are the lyrics to the song Broken on the new Lifehouse cd. I think that they are pretty powerful. Let me know what you think.
The broken clock is a comfort, it helps me sleep tonight
Maybe it can stop tomorrow from stealing all my time
I am here still waiting though i still have my doubts
I am damaged at best, like you've already figured out
I'm falling apart, I'm barely breathing
With a broken heart that's still beating
In the pain is there is healing
In your name I find meaning
So I'm holdin' on, I'm holdin' on, I'm holdin' on
I'm barely holdin' on to you
The broken locks were a warning you got inside my head
I tried my best to be guarded, I'm an open book instead
I still see your reflection inside of my eyes
That are looking for a purpose, they're still looking for life
I'm falling apart, I'm barely breathing
with a broken heart that's still beating
In the pain is there is healing
In your name I find meaning
So I'm holdin' on, I'm holdin' on, I'm holdin' on
I'm barely holdin' on to you
I'm handin' on another day
Just to see what you will throw my way
And I'm handing on to the words you say
You said that I will be ok
The broken lights on the freeway left me here alone
I may have lost my way now, haven't forgotten my way home
The broken clock is a comfort, it helps me sleep tonight
Maybe it can stop tomorrow from stealing all my time
I am here still waiting though i still have my doubts
I am damaged at best, like you've already figured out
I'm falling apart, I'm barely breathing
With a broken heart that's still beating
In the pain is there is healing
In your name I find meaning
So I'm holdin' on, I'm holdin' on, I'm holdin' on
I'm barely holdin' on to you
The broken locks were a warning you got inside my head
I tried my best to be guarded, I'm an open book instead
I still see your reflection inside of my eyes
That are looking for a purpose, they're still looking for life
I'm falling apart, I'm barely breathing
with a broken heart that's still beating
In the pain is there is healing
In your name I find meaning
So I'm holdin' on, I'm holdin' on, I'm holdin' on
I'm barely holdin' on to you
I'm handin' on another day
Just to see what you will throw my way
And I'm handing on to the words you say
You said that I will be ok
The broken lights on the freeway left me here alone
I may have lost my way now, haven't forgotten my way home
Wednesday, July 25, 2007
Musical Notes
Yellowcard's new CD Paper Walls is great. There is one song called "Dear Bobbie," and it is probably the sweetest song that I've heard since Colin Ray's song "Love Me." The cd is soooo much better than their last.
Paolo Nutini's album is amazing. It's in the same vain as some later John Mayer stuff. Throw in a little Jack Johnson and a little Damien Rice with a dash of James Blunt and you get the idea. I saw him perform "What a Wonderful World" on the Live Earth broadcast and was immediately sold.
The new Sum 41 record "Underclass Hero" is pretty good. A bit slower than I expected. It's like they have taken the later stuff of Blink 182 and crossed it with Green Day's American Idiot. It doesn't rock out like their album "Chuck," but there are tons of catchy infectious tunes.
Get the new Lifehouse record.
Going to see The Honorary Title and The Format this Friday at the Daisy. I expect a great show. It will be my third time to see The Honorary Title. They are always great. 2nd time to see The Format. The last time I saw them they were playing with a lot of poppy acts and they didn't quite fit. This time, as headliners, they will be a little more in control. Meet us at the daisy if you'd like!
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Paolo Nutini's album is amazing. It's in the same vain as some later John Mayer stuff. Throw in a little Jack Johnson and a little Damien Rice with a dash of James Blunt and you get the idea. I saw him perform "What a Wonderful World" on the Live Earth broadcast and was immediately sold.
The new Sum 41 record "Underclass Hero" is pretty good. A bit slower than I expected. It's like they have taken the later stuff of Blink 182 and crossed it with Green Day's American Idiot. It doesn't rock out like their album "Chuck," but there are tons of catchy infectious tunes.
Get the new Lifehouse record.
Going to see The Honorary Title and The Format this Friday at the Daisy. I expect a great show. It will be my third time to see The Honorary Title. They are always great. 2nd time to see The Format. The last time I saw them they were playing with a lot of poppy acts and they didn't quite fit. This time, as headliners, they will be a little more in control. Meet us at the daisy if you'd like!
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Big Brother Quick Hits
-Why do they spell Evil Dick's name EVEL? Did I miss something? Is it like Evel Kinevel (sp) or something?
-Dick lived up to his name over the past week. Can we now call him Ego Dick or Power Trippin' Dick? He had better start listening to his daughter or he is going to end up back on the block next week with a good chance of going home.
-I think that Kail actually has a chance to stay. Hear me out. By voting out Mike the houseguests would ensure that Kail and Dick would continue their fighting. As long as they are both in the house then the our guests will feel much better because the target on their backs would be considerably smaller.
-Two players have really grown on me. Jessica and Eric. I think that they are both playing the game really well and they are keeping their noses clean. I do think that Big Brother is going to end up costing Eric a chance to win though. If they keep up this "sabatoge someone's property" crap then Eric is going to get caught and he is going to have to go home. I hope that doesn't happen.
-All of the players are doing so much better this week since no one is on slop. I love the idea of torturing the houseguests with crap, but it is no fun to watch half the house slothing around with no energy and no desire to play the game.
-I wish that Big Brother would do more games. I like seeing games where you can win something good or have something bad happen to you. I wish there were more "wear a unitard for 24 hours" type situations. I also hope that they allow us to wake up the houseguests all night again...and other stuff. Come on Big Brother, let's get this thing going.
-Do you watch Big Brother After Dark? Is it just me or does Amber not know how to sit like a lady? Every time I see her she is leaning back with her legs wide open.
-I ordered Showtime in hopes of seeing some hot after hours action in the house. Zach streaking is not really where I was going with that...oops.
-What's with Nick and the trash-stache. Shave, my brother. You look like crap.
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-Dick lived up to his name over the past week. Can we now call him Ego Dick or Power Trippin' Dick? He had better start listening to his daughter or he is going to end up back on the block next week with a good chance of going home.
-I think that Kail actually has a chance to stay. Hear me out. By voting out Mike the houseguests would ensure that Kail and Dick would continue their fighting. As long as they are both in the house then the our guests will feel much better because the target on their backs would be considerably smaller.
-Two players have really grown on me. Jessica and Eric. I think that they are both playing the game really well and they are keeping their noses clean. I do think that Big Brother is going to end up costing Eric a chance to win though. If they keep up this "sabatoge someone's property" crap then Eric is going to get caught and he is going to have to go home. I hope that doesn't happen.
-All of the players are doing so much better this week since no one is on slop. I love the idea of torturing the houseguests with crap, but it is no fun to watch half the house slothing around with no energy and no desire to play the game.
-I wish that Big Brother would do more games. I like seeing games where you can win something good or have something bad happen to you. I wish there were more "wear a unitard for 24 hours" type situations. I also hope that they allow us to wake up the houseguests all night again...and other stuff. Come on Big Brother, let's get this thing going.
-Do you watch Big Brother After Dark? Is it just me or does Amber not know how to sit like a lady? Every time I see her she is leaning back with her legs wide open.
-I ordered Showtime in hopes of seeing some hot after hours action in the house. Zach streaking is not really where I was going with that...oops.
-What's with Nick and the trash-stache. Shave, my brother. You look like crap.
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Friday, July 20, 2007
Is Anyone Out There?
Comments on the blog have been few and far between on here lately. I obviously don't expect comments on every post, but every once and a while I want to know that you guys are out there. I am starting to think that I am wasting my time and that no one is reading any more. This isn't a poor poor pitiful me thing...just a please tell me you're still my friend kind of thing. HA!
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Just Criminal
It looks like the show Criminal Minds is about to do the one thing that would actually make me watch the show. They are about to add Geena Davis to their cast. For those of you who aren't in the know, Criminal Minds is a serial drama about a team of investigators who handle highly intense cases usually featuring a criminal mastermind . The show has gained some staggering and shocking ratings and was even awarded the coveted post Super Bowl time slot last year.
Well a couple of weeks ago the show's lead actor decided he didn't want to work anymore and just didn't show up. So CBS has been scrambling for a replacement and it looks like Geena Davis might be the person to step in and take over. If this is the case then I will certainly and see if she can make this show watchable.
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Well a couple of weeks ago the show's lead actor decided he didn't want to work anymore and just didn't show up. So CBS has been scrambling for a replacement and it looks like Geena Davis might be the person to step in and take over. If this is the case then I will certainly and see if she can make this show watchable.
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Big Brother Power Rankings
Dick is HoH. Dick is HoH! Whooo Hooooo! I'm psyched. Jen and Kail had better watch their backs. The other person who needs to be very under the radar this week is Mike. Everyone is on to Mike and Kail's little alliance and it wouldn't be a far stretch to nominate Kail and Mike knowing that if one of them were saved you could nominate Jen. Is anyone sad that cookie nips got evicted. I think Dustin will be able to be his own person a little easier now. We'll see.
Anyway, the power rankings saw a big shake-up last night as the house awarded Evil Dick the HoH. And now...The 1st Big Brother 8 Power Rankings
1. Danielle
2. Jessica
3. Jameka
4. Kail
5. Mike
6. Evil
7. Eric
8. Zach
9. Amber
10. Nick
11. Jen
A few notes: Danielle is a veto and HoH machine. She is always in the mix. As long as she has a chance to win a competition and she isn't back doored then she is a threat. Plus she has Dick who would do anything for her and Nick who is a big bafoon that she has wrapped around her fingers.
Jessica and Jameka are under the radar and sitting pretty. Everyone seems to like Jessica especially. Did you see the reaction that Jen gave Eric when he suggested her for nomination. She is going to have to play the game eventually, but right now she is sitting pretty.
Eric, America's Player is only at 7 because I think America is eventually going to steer him wrong. The America's choice idea also seems to limit who he can make an alliance with because what if America votes to kick off a person that his alliance is in cahoots with. Could be hairy.
Jen is in last place because everyone in the house hates her. She is perceived as a loose cannon. And lastly, Nick is ranked so low because he is obviously being played by Danielle, he's already turned on his alliance in his head, and everyone is watching his every move too closely.
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Anyway, the power rankings saw a big shake-up last night as the house awarded Evil Dick the HoH. And now...The 1st Big Brother 8 Power Rankings
1. Danielle
2. Jessica
3. Jameka
4. Kail
5. Mike
6. Evil
7. Eric
8. Zach
9. Amber
10. Nick
11. Jen
A few notes: Danielle is a veto and HoH machine. She is always in the mix. As long as she has a chance to win a competition and she isn't back doored then she is a threat. Plus she has Dick who would do anything for her and Nick who is a big bafoon that she has wrapped around her fingers.
Jessica and Jameka are under the radar and sitting pretty. Everyone seems to like Jessica especially. Did you see the reaction that Jen gave Eric when he suggested her for nomination. She is going to have to play the game eventually, but right now she is sitting pretty.
Eric, America's Player is only at 7 because I think America is eventually going to steer him wrong. The America's choice idea also seems to limit who he can make an alliance with because what if America votes to kick off a person that his alliance is in cahoots with. Could be hairy.
Jen is in last place because everyone in the house hates her. She is perceived as a loose cannon. And lastly, Nick is ranked so low because he is obviously being played by Danielle, he's already turned on his alliance in his head, and everyone is watching his every move too closely.
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Thursday, July 19, 2007
Cool T-Shirts, Bad Porn
So, I was surfing some of my favorite sites today at work. One of which is Bustedtees.com. They always have a wide assortment of funny and absurd shirts. Well as I was typing it in I accidentally got a little carried away and typed in www.bustedteens.com
Whoops.
I honestly have no idea if that is a porn site or not. I X'ed out of there so fast my computer actually locked up on me. But needless to say, it could have been a close call. Just thought I would share.
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Whoops.
I honestly have no idea if that is a porn site or not. I X'ed out of there so fast my computer actually locked up on me. But needless to say, it could have been a close call. Just thought I would share.
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The Emmys
I don't know why it even makes me mad any more. I know that when award season rolls around, whether it be The Academy Awards, The Grammys, The Golden Globes, or The Emmys I'm just going to be pissed off. And this year is no different. The snubs are grotesque.
In the best drama category we have:
Boston Legal
Grey's Anatomy
Heroes
House
The Sopranos
All good shows in their own right. But let's break this down...Heroes is definitely the weakest of the programs on here. The finale was a build-up to nothing. The acting was spotty and trite at best. Grey's Anatomy had its weakest season to date. Boston Legal was never focused and seemed to jump around and shouldn't it be a comedy? Where in the hell is Lost? Where is The Shield? Leaving these two programs off for Heroes is an atrociuous oversight. And the kicker, The Emmys actually extended its deadline this year so that The Sopranos could include its series finale in the voting screeners.
Let's turn to the comedy series category:
Entourage
The Office
30 Rock
Two and a Half Men
Ugly Betty
Entourage and The Office deserve it. One of them should win. Neither of them will. That honor will go to the sort-of funny 30 Rock. Two and a Half Men should have been nominated for best show in the LAME category as this season was a huge failure and several episodes were actually completely laughless. Ugly Betty is a great new show and I'm glad it is getting recognized. But where is My Name Is Earl? And What about New Adventures of Old Christine. And let's not forget Desperate Housewives which was so much better this season.
The other snub that I am shocked to see is Friday Night Lights. I didn't religiously watch the show, but I know that the storylines were tight and the writing was some of the best on television.
Looking at the acting categories I have just a couple of quick things to say:
Best Actor:
James Spader
Hugh Laurie
Dennis Leary
James Gandolfini
Keifer Sutherland
Does Keifer realy even have to act any more? And James Gandolfini basically is Tony Soprano these days. Terry O'Quinn and Michael Emerson got bumped to supporting cast. Where in the hell is Michael Chiklis or Walter Goggins from The Shield? Seriously people?
In the supporting actress category I have two things to say. How could Aida Tururro be nominated for The Sopranos? She was in all of three episodes of a 9 episode season. Her part was the same loud, annoying, yelling bitch that it has always been. Where's the range...
And finally, where is Elizabeth Mitchell from Lost? How could Juliette not be nominated?
Once again I won't be watching this awards show. But I will be picking the winners as it gets closer to time.
The best race will be for Best Actress:
Sally Field
Kyra Sedgwick
M. Hargitay
P. Arquette
Minnie Driver
Edie Falco
WOW! Those are some serious acting chops. Look for Glenn Close to be in this race next year along with Holly Hunter for their roles on Damages and Saving Grace respectively.
Out!
In the best drama category we have:
Boston Legal
Grey's Anatomy
Heroes
House
The Sopranos
All good shows in their own right. But let's break this down...Heroes is definitely the weakest of the programs on here. The finale was a build-up to nothing. The acting was spotty and trite at best. Grey's Anatomy had its weakest season to date. Boston Legal was never focused and seemed to jump around and shouldn't it be a comedy? Where in the hell is Lost? Where is The Shield? Leaving these two programs off for Heroes is an atrociuous oversight. And the kicker, The Emmys actually extended its deadline this year so that The Sopranos could include its series finale in the voting screeners.
Let's turn to the comedy series category:
Entourage
The Office
30 Rock
Two and a Half Men
Ugly Betty
Entourage and The Office deserve it. One of them should win. Neither of them will. That honor will go to the sort-of funny 30 Rock. Two and a Half Men should have been nominated for best show in the LAME category as this season was a huge failure and several episodes were actually completely laughless. Ugly Betty is a great new show and I'm glad it is getting recognized. But where is My Name Is Earl? And What about New Adventures of Old Christine. And let's not forget Desperate Housewives which was so much better this season.
The other snub that I am shocked to see is Friday Night Lights. I didn't religiously watch the show, but I know that the storylines were tight and the writing was some of the best on television.
Looking at the acting categories I have just a couple of quick things to say:
Best Actor:
James Spader
Hugh Laurie
Dennis Leary
James Gandolfini
Keifer Sutherland
Does Keifer realy even have to act any more? And James Gandolfini basically is Tony Soprano these days. Terry O'Quinn and Michael Emerson got bumped to supporting cast. Where in the hell is Michael Chiklis or Walter Goggins from The Shield? Seriously people?
In the supporting actress category I have two things to say. How could Aida Tururro be nominated for The Sopranos? She was in all of three episodes of a 9 episode season. Her part was the same loud, annoying, yelling bitch that it has always been. Where's the range...
And finally, where is Elizabeth Mitchell from Lost? How could Juliette not be nominated?
Once again I won't be watching this awards show. But I will be picking the winners as it gets closer to time.
The best race will be for Best Actress:
Sally Field
Kyra Sedgwick
M. Hargitay
P. Arquette
Minnie Driver
Edie Falco
WOW! Those are some serious acting chops. Look for Glenn Close to be in this race next year along with Holly Hunter for their roles on Damages and Saving Grace respectively.
Out!
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