Category Archives: Television

Let’s celebrate aots1000

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Check out this awesome Parry Gripp music video featuring Kevin Pereira on the drums and Olivia Munn as “The Girl at the Video Game Store.”  Put together brilliantly and very catchy.  Directed by G4’s Mike Shaw.

Also, be sure to check out this scene from the 1000th episode.  One of the funnier scenes from the night.

One more thing…check out this online exclusive: The Beauty Behind Attack of the Show.  Cast interviews (including Kevin, Olivia, Blair Herder, Alison Haislip & Chris Hardwick), very funny.

Very last thing…another online exclusive: Behind the Scenes of The Alan Thicke Kiss w/ Olivia Munn.

Lost Mock Theme Contest

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I smell a contest…and boar.  They guys behind Lost are posing this question to their loyal fans:  ‘If Lost had a theme song during its main title screen, what would it be?’  Sounds like fun.

According to the official website:  “A call to all Dharma Bassists, Bassoonists, Bandurists, Bouzouki players, Cellists, Clarinetists, Drummers, Electronic Musicians, Flautists, Guitarists, Harpists, Hornists, Keyboardists, Oboists, Pianists, Percussionists, Saxophonists, Sawists, Sitarists, Trombonists, Trumpeters, Tubists, Violinists, and any and all alike…. For this year’s Comic-Con panel, our theme is about giving back to YOU…the fans!!! It is because of you that we are celebrating our 5th year at Comic-Con, and we would love to incorporate your astounding creativity. We’d like to feature YOUR ideal version of what you think a LOST title song would be (if the show had one). Over the years, we’ve been witness to your incredibly innovative pieces on LOST, and would love to hear your fetchy melody for LOST which you were waiting to share!”

Click here to see the rules and regulations…and get cracking (or playing).

Sci Fi mutates into Syfy

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“Sci Fi Channel has a new name, but it sounds the same: Syfy.”  As of Tuesday, July 7th, the Sci Fi channel rebranding is in full effect.  Sci Fi is now Syfy, and the tagline is now “Imagine Greater.”  The decision to make the change came in March 2009 when the cable giant decided it was time for a broadening of its viewership.  Don’t worry Sci Fi fans; although there is a name change and an overhaul of the branding and website, the new Syfy keeps the same programming lineup as before, with a new addition: Warehouse 13 and Caprikia, the prequel series to Battlestar Galactica.  On a personal note, I happen to enjoy the “Twilight Zone” marathons they air from time to time.

[Via SeatlePi]

Jeff Goldblum is alive and well

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Contrary to what people have tweeted, actor Jeff Goldblum is still breathing.  Shortly after MJ passed away, the Twitterverse rapidly spread what is now a comical rumor that Goldblum had passed away on the set of a film in New Zealand.  He did not die and he is currently in Los Angeles.  Mr. Stephen Colbert tackles this rumor head on with a special guest (wonder who that may be?).

[Via Mashable]

Billy Mays, pitchman (1958-2009)

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Billy Mays, infomercial king, died of an apparent heart attack over the weekend.  His products, brands, and strong and identifiable personality will live on.  When I first saw an Oxi Clean commercial many years ago, I was so annoyed by it.  As time went on though, I found a place in my heart not only for cleaning products, but also for infomercial maven Mr. Billy Mays.   Rest in peace, Billy Mays.

Check after the break (click “more…”) for a very recent Billy Mays interview with Conan O’Brien, a video of some funny outtakes, a very young Billy Mays on HSN promoting Oxi Clean, and an Oxi Clean commercial. Continue reading Billy Mays, pitchman (1958-2009) →

Lost : The Final Season gains extra hours of life

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Entertainment Weekly’s Michael Ausiello has reported via Twitter that “ABC confirms that Lost’s sixth and final season will total 18 hours, including two-hour premiere and two-hour finale.”  Originally, the final season was supposed to have 16 hours.  However, due to the writer’s strike shortening season four, two extra hours have been added to season 6.  Everyone rejoice!  Lost : The Final Season airs in January 2010.

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J.J. Abrams, my hero

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 J.J. Abrams is a true genius.  He is a film and television producer, screenwriter, director, actor, composer, and founder of Bad Robot Productions.  He is a visionary who relies on mystery and suspense to tell gripping tales of characters people can truly invest in.  He is the creative mind behind TV shows Felicity, Alias, Lost, Fringe, and soon-to-be-aired Anatomy of Hope.  He is also behind the incredible films Mission: Impossible III, Cloverfield, and Star Trek.  According to the latest rumors, he plans to bring sequels to M: I, Star Trek, and Cloverfield in the near future.  He will also be directing a novel-to-film adaptation of Stephen King’s “The Dark Tower” with Lost pals Damon Lindelof and Carlton Cuse.  The past, present, and future of Abrams’ career is always bright.  His work is often filled with buzz-worthy news and tons of fan-fare.  He is a unique figure in the entertainment business.  He really understands the intricacies of mystery and how to perfectly manipulate the audience member so that he is brought to the edge of his seat, jaw-dropped, during the climax and then wholly satisfied at the conclusion.  I am overly excited about what the future holds with J.J. Abrams at the top of his game.  With Lost coming to an end after Season 6 and Fringe on its way to Season 2, I am positive he is well underway creating new mysteries to be witnessed and new characters to be introduced to.  While I am enjoying the films and TV series that are currently released and on-air, respectively, I wait with open arms and an open mind to see what Abrams has up his sleeve next.

 Watch this very interesting video of Abrams giving a speech about his “mystery box” at this past years T.E.D. conference.

THE LONELY ISLAND :: The Ultimate Collection

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The dudes.  Andy Samberg, Jorma Taccone, Akiva Schaffer.  You know Andy from Saturday Night Live.  His two friends, Jorm and Kiv, are writers for the show.  Together they are known as The Lonely Island.

They started as writers for the MTV Movie Awards.  Fellow SNL cast member Jimmy Fallon discovered them when he hosted the MTV Movie Awards many years ago.  The rest is history.

The Dudes are known for their genius work in the SNL Digital Shorts.  It started with “Lettuce,” hit a strong stride with “Jizz in my Pants” and “I’m on a Boat” (feat. T-Pain), and has let to their latest creations, “Motherlover” and “Cool Guys Don’t Look at Explosions.”  That lastest video was shown during the 2009 MTV Movie Awards, which Andy Samberg hosted.

Their debut comic album Incredibad is a must-buy.  Songs include “Dick in a Box,” “Natalie’s Rap,” “Space Olympics,” and others you may not have heard before, including “Sax Man” (feat. Jack Black) and their retrospective piece, “Incredibad.”  Not only is every song funny, but each has its own creative hip-hop beat that beautifully and hilariously mocks the hip-hop and rap genres.  Utilizing auto-tune over their witty verses, the Dudes have created a unique work of art that stems from their personal lives and today’s society.  Simply put, it is very funny, good music.  Preview and purchase it on iTunes here.

Check after the break (click “more…”) for a large collection of some of my favorite songs and videos by The Lonely Island.  Also, be sure to check out their YouTube page for all of their work.  Some of their early videos (pre-SNL) are hilarious.  Keep it coming, Dudes. Continue reading THE LONELY ISLAND :: The Ultimate Collection →