Alien Prequel Confirmed!

Brother Tony to Ridley Scott, the original director of Alien confirmed that Carl Rinsch will be directing the Alien's prequel which will focus on the backstory surrounding the Alien's home planet. Tony is quoted: “Yes, Carl Rinsch is going to do the prequel to Alien. He’s one of our directors at our company.”

The bad news is the Alien prequel is a Fox Studios property. It will most likely be a lame PG-13, non fan friendly show case of Aliens without story substance. The other bad news is Ridley Scott has nothing to do with it. The worse news is that based on the AVP series there is no chance this could be a good movie.

The good news? There is no good news about an Alien prequel. Even if Ridley and Tony Scott are on board as producers. The first move was perfect. Without Ridley Scott directing this film is doomed to Hollywood varnishing and ruin.

OK, maybe there is some good news. Predator is getting rebooted as Predators! Robert Rodriguez is taking on that failed franchise. Alright, I lied. The Predator news is just as bad.

The Alien prequel is slated to begin production by the end of 2009. No word on the film's targeted release date.

-Lars Hindsley

I'm A Blogger Get Me Out Of Here Contest!

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Dave Matthew Band Stream New Album!

Dave Matthews Band will release Big Whiskey and the GrooGrux King, the highly anticipated album following the death of band member Leroi Moore, on June 2. The album, a tribute to Leroi Moore, will be the band's first studio album in 4 years and will include the newly released single "Funny the Way It Is". Rolling Stone's four star review states that Big Whiskey and the GrooGrux King producer Rob Cavallo, "has brought some of the classic-rock edge of his hit records with Green Day and My Chemical Romance to Matthews arena-size spin on early-Seventies Traffic." Those who are awaiting the album's release on June 2 can now stream the complete album at Pandora.com.

Watch Dave Matthews Band Live on Hulu.com June 1 as they stream the band's live in concert at New York's Beacon Theatre. For more information on Dave Matthews Band, including tour dates, visit DaveMatthewsBand.com.

Attention Philly area PCM fans! Check out Blue Sinatra this Saturday night!

This June marks the six year anniversary of the very first "Blue Sinatra" show! This band has been relentlessly touring up and down the East Coast for the past three years, made three independent studio albums, and experienced numerous crazy adventures! They have have had three songs on a web-series, opened for five national/international acts, suffered two broken bones, and lost one blue tour bus and they have just announced they are finally taking some time off from show!

Do not fret however! They will return!

PCM has the scoop:

The much needed break it is to "take a few deep breaths then get all of our many new songs and set ideas together....We’ll be spending our entire summer on a remote island in the South Pacific, writing, and working on the pre-production of our 4th album as well as a new live show that will be nothing like any Sinatra show you've ever seen. We promise. 

In the meantime, you can download our 3rd EP from iTunes entitled, "We're All on Drugs," produced by Ryan & Paul of “the Cobbs,” (Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, Kasabian, Illinois) and Brian McTear (Hail Social, Matt Pond PA, Mazarin)."

Blue Sinatra rocks our world here at PCM, so please come out and support the band on their final show before their creative hiatus!

Saturday, May 30th
 @ 9:00

the Blinkin Lincoln (A cool new bar, attached to Coyle's Cafe)

6080 Ridge Ave.Manayunk, PA

w/"Case of the Mondays," & "Nothing but Excuses"

Mitchel Musso Wants to Talk to You!

As a very special Friday treat for his loyal fans, Mitchel Musso has sent out the message below on his myspace:

“Hey Everyone,

I’m free for about an hour today and I want you all to call me from 3:15 to 4:15 west coast time. The number you can reach me at is 323-622-8588. Remember I won’t be able to take EVERYONES calls, but please keep trying since I REALLY do want to chat with you all.”

PEACE
MM”

Mitchel Musso’s debut album can now be heard on the Disney website

The Hunt For Gollum

Need a little Tolkien fix? Independent Online Cinema produced a not so short 45 minute feature of Strider on the hunt for Gollum. The time line is set early in Fellowship of the Ring when Gandalf had left the shire and Strider would then await them in Bree.

While the special effects are respectable and the acting is well and good, the story seems useless outside of filling in a small blank to the story.

It's a nice little piece of work that should keep people thinking about the next two Hobbit movies.

Demi Lovato Reveals New Album Title!

Demi Lovato has announced the title of her new album via her Twitter account! Her sophomore release will be called "Here We Go Again," and it is due out in July. Catch Demi on tour this summer with special guests David Archuleta, Jordan Pruitt and KSM where she promises to play some songs from the new record.

Tearing Down Susan Boyle

Here is how the press and media work. They build you up, then tear you down. And if they can, they build you up again so they can tear you down. It's a cycle.

Well, that cycle has begun for Susan Boyle in record time. No sooner has the British press embraced Susan Boyle has it looked for a way to tear her down.

In Britain today, Susan Boyle was taunted and verbally abused by locals to a point she lost control of her senses.

With police present, Susan Boyle reacted harshly and could be heard yelling by many onlookers in the lobby of the Wembley Plaza Hotel in North London, "How f***ing dare you! You can't f***ing talk to me like that."

The immediate reaction of the British press is to vilify Boyle, not the people that taunted her. This is the press in it's classic tear down mode after it has spent exhaustive effort in building her up.

Who among us doesn't have a breaking point? Who among us hasn't wanted to do something with their talent and done nothing with it? Susan Boyle is just a regular person thrust into a spot light. For her to lose her temper with people looking to abuse her and treat her inhumanely is completely acceptable.

Celebrities sometimes do not deserve our pity. Many love the spotlight and deserve to have a microscope put upon them. Susan Boyle is not one of them. Susan Boyle is you and I. She is one of us. A regular person that is a good person put in a hostile environment.

Protect your self with Will Ferrell sunscreen

These days it seems like all celebrities branch out to start their own product line. Now Will Ferrell's name joins the list of celebrity products. The actor has created a signature sunscreen line with each bottle featuring a hilarious picture of himself on the label. The SPF 30 sunscreen comes in three different varieties: Sun Stroke, Sexy Hot Tan and Forbidden Fruit.

However Will Ferrell is not just making sunscreen for more publicity, he is doing it for charity. All of the proceeds from Will Ferrell sunscreen go to Cancer for College's College Willpowered Scholarship Fund. This scholarship fund gives scholarships to cancer survivors and amputees. He has been a longtime supporter of the charity, but why did he decide to do so with sunscreen? "I've always dreamed of owning a lotion company. And I've always hated cancer," Ferrell said.

Styx/REO Speedwagon and Casio Partner for "Almost Famous" Photo Contest!

Casio has become an official partner of the “Can’t Stop Rockin’” tour, featuring Styx and REO Speedwagon, to support the recent launch of the new CASIO EXILIM camera line. The “Can’t Stop Rockin’” tour is featuring Casio’s “Almost Famous” Photo Challenge giving concert goers the opportunity to win a sleek EX-FS12 Exilim Camera in each tour market. The “Can’t Stop Rockin’” tour is presented by VH1 Classic and Rock Band.

During every “Can’t Stop Rockin’” concert, REO Speedwagon & Styx will encourage the audience to participate in the Casio "Almost Famous" Challenge by taking photographs of the event with their own cameras (camera phone photos are accepted) and then submitting their photos at http://www.casiochallenge.com/. The images will be posted to the “Almost Famous” Facebook page for the bands to judge, and for all fans to browse. The fan photos that best capture the vibe of the concert will win Casio's top of the line EX-F1 camera, as well as a signed guitar from Styx & REO Speedwagon, a chance to meet the band, and serve as official photographer at a “Can’t Stop Rockin’” show of their choice in the Fall of 2009.

In addition to the “Almost Famous” photo challenge, a Casio camera is included in Rock Band’s “Can’t Stop Rockin’” radio promotion. This contest is also being held in every tour market and gives fans another chance to win a Casio camera, which is presented to each grand prize winner.

The EX - F1 camera is an unparalleled fusion of technology and style. Groundbreaking features like High Speed Burst digital photos and High Definition (HD) Movies that are packed into the sleek and stylish bodies of the new Exilim series by Casio. The Casio Exilim series provides a solution for the photographer on the go.

For more information on Casio Exilim Cameras, please visit:
http://www.exilim.casio.com/

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MTV IS THE PLACE TO BE ON SUNDAY, MAY 31ST

NEW HILLS EPISODE. SNEAK PEAKS. TONS OF STARS! What's not to like? The Hills collide with Hollywood’s biggest names as MTV brings viewers a star-studded night to remember on Sunday, May 31st with “The Hills” finale and the “2009 MTV Movie Awards.” To get fans ready, MTV News will be broadcasting from behind-the-scenes all weekend long with backstage gossip and celebrity interviews.

Alongside MTV News correspondents Tim Kash and Sway, “The Hills” regulars Lo Bosworth, Stephanie Pratt and Frankie Delgado will be guest correspondents reporting on all the latest news at Universal City and around LA leading up to Sunday’s big night. Viewers can follow all the action at http://www.mtvnews.com/.

At 8pm ET/PT, “The Hills” finale has finally arrived! In Lauren's final episode, she must decide whether she's willing to forgive Spencer in order to be there for Heidi on the day of her "princess" wedding. When the entire cast shows up, the drama in the pews is greater than the drama at the altar, until everyone is surprised by a guest no one saw coming.

Immediately following, the star-studded night continues as the “2009 MTV Movie Awards” will be broadcast LIVE at 9p.m./8p.m.C. As previously announced, movie megastars Shia LaBeouf, Sandra Bullock, Sienna Miller, Channing Tatum, Bradley Cooper, Abigail Breslin, Thomas Lennon, Danny McBride, Sofia Vassilieva, Denzel Washington, Cameron Diaz, Ryan Reynolds, Will Ferrell, Vanessa Hudgens, Leighton Meester, Jonah Hill and Lil Wayne are confirmed to present popcorn statues.

In addition, Eminem will take to the stage to perform music from his anticipated new album Relapse and Kings Of Leon will perform LIVE on MTV for the first time ever, treating viewers to their rock anthem “Use Somebody” from their hit album Only By The Night. Viewers will also be treated to exclusive first looks at the highly anticipated 2009 movie releases The Twilight Saga: New Moon, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince and Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen during the show. We're really looking forward to all the sneak peeks!

MTV Shows

Jessica Simpson's new reality TV show

Jessica Simpson is set to star in a new reality TV show about women's body issues. The show will potentially be called The Price of Beauty and Simpson along with a friend will travel the world to discover different standards of beauty. The star was criticized for wearing unflattering jeans earlier this year, but she knows that being judged on her looks is all a part of her career. "It comes with what I do, and I know that every day the media's going to challenge me," Simpson said.

She plans to be very hands on with the show and will even try out some of the various things women do to make themselves beautiful. Nothing has been finalized with the show so far, but Simpson's rep has confirmed that she is working on a new show.

Brown on Rihanna Allegations 'I'm Not a Monster'

Chris Brown has spoken out about his alleged attack on ex-girlfriend Rihanna to assure fans he's "not a monster".

The R&B singer is facing charges of felony assault and making criminal threats in relation to his well-publicised altercation with Rihanna in Los Angeles on 8 February (09), which reportedly left the Umbrella hitmakerbattered and bruised.

 "In a video post on YouTube"

Brown is fighting to clear his name after pleading not guilty to the accusations in April (09) - and now he's taken to the web to address the situation and reveal his plans for a pop comeback.

In a video post on YouTube.com, Brown says, "I just wanna say what up 'cause I ain't (sic) been out there, but a new album's gonna be coming soon, called Graffiti... I'm about to drop a single this summer for y'all, we ain't (sic) going nowhere. "Everybody that's been haters, they always been haters.

All my real fans, I love y'all, I ain't (sic) a monster".

Source

Seymour Seeks Restraining Order Against Attacker

Simon Cowell's ex-girlfriend Terri Seymour is seeking a restraining orderagainst the woman who assaulted her outside the American Idol finale last week (19May09).

Janice Thibodeaux claimed the attack was motivated by footage of Cowellpretending to throttle fellow Idol judge Paula Abdul on the show.

Seymour also fears the woman will again assault and further harass

She has since been charged with misdemeanour assault, and now Seymour is asking a court to keep them apart.

In legal documents filed in Los Angeles on Wednesday (27May09) and obtained by Tmz.com, Seymour's lawyers say of the assault "(Thibodeaux) attacked (Seymour) from behind, putting her into a headlock, wrenching her neck and choking her with the full force of her 200 pound frame".

The papers go on to claim Thibodeaux "has sought publicity for her wrongful act and stated to the media that they were intentional and that she does not regret that".

Seymour also fears the woman "will again assault and further harass".

Source

Michelle Williams Lands Role As "Roxie Hart"

Pretty cool news to report! Grammy-winning singer, acclaimed actress and Music World/Columbia Records artist Michelle Williams has landed the coveted role of murderous chorus girl Roxie Hart in the enormously popular West End production of "Chicago The Musical". Check out our interview with Michelle when we caught up with her last summer!

Michelle will appear at the Cambridge Theatre (Earlham Street, Seven Dials, London WC2) during a limited six-week engagement running from July 13 through August 23. Ticket information for Michelle Williams' "Chicago" performances may be found at: www.chicagothemusical.com/uk_site

"It's a real thrill to be given the opportunity to play Roxie Hart in the West End's spectacular production of 'Chicago,'" said Michelle Williams. "She's one of the greatest characters in the history of musical theater and it's both a challenge and a lot of fun to bring her to life on-stage. I hope that everyone who comes to the show enjoys it as much as I do."

Chicago is the seventh longest-running show in Broadway history and longest-running Broadway musical revival ever. The West End production which opened in November 1997 and won the 1998 Olivier Award for Outstanding Musical is the longest running Broadway musical ever to play in London.

Flawed American Idol votes?

Where you surprised by Kris Allen's American Idol win? The voting for the finale may have been flawed due to arrangements made by AT&T at various Kris Allen watch parties. AT&T representatives reportedly taught Kris Allen fans to power text at the parties. Fox declined to comment on the matter, but an AT&T representative said, "In Arkansas, we were invited to attend the local watch parties organized by the community. A few local employees brought a small number of demo phones with them and provided texting tutorials to those who were interested."

They taught the fans how to power text which allows them to send 10 or more texts at one time which could have affected to voting outcome. American Idol does have certain rules and regulations that can determine the validity of votes. As of right now it is not clear whether or not power texting violates these rules.

Is it really that big of a deal? There have never been any restrictions on the number of times a person can vote for American Idol. Both Kris and Adam will probably have successful music careers regardless of who won.

Criss Angel Added To Madame Tussauds

Madame Tussauds Las Vegas is proud to announce the unveiling of their latest wax creation of magician extraordinaire Criss Angel yesterday! Criss was signing autographs and taking souvenir photos with the kids from Make-A-Wish Foundation as well as other attendees and fans who were present at the private unveiling.

He was overwhelmed by the resemblance between himself and his figure, which was priced around $300,000 to create.

Check out the photos below as Criss Angel and his wax figure strike a pose! Can you tell which is the real MINDFREAK?

Memorial Day Weekend Box Office Results!

Wondering what happened the the movie box office this weekend? Here's the scoop:

20th Century Fox's Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian came in at #1 in the box office this weekend. We were surprised, we thought Terminator Salvation was definitely going to be #1. Terminator Salvation, the first movie without Arnold Schwarzenegger in the series, came in at #2 with Star Trek, Angels & Demons and Dance Flick following!

We saw Star Trek this weekend and loved it! A great space movie that we recommend! Already in release for three weeks, the sci-fi prequel is on its way to become the biggest-grossing film of the year! Plus, newcomer actor Chris Pine is very easy on the eyes!

Sad News: Mike Tyson's Toddler In Critical Condition

We know that Mike Tyson isn't everyone's favorite athlete, that's for sure. But this is still very sad news to report. The four-year-old daughter of Tyson is currently on life support and in "extremely critical condition" after she was found hanging Monday morning from a treadmill cable in her family's Phoenix home.

Exodus Tyson's 7-year-old brother found her on a treadmill with her neck on a cable attached to the exercise machine, police Sgt. Andy Hill said.

"Somehow she was playing on this treadmill, and there's a cord that hangs under the console - it's kind of a loop," Hill said of the accident. "Either she slipped or put her head in the loop, but it acted like a noose, and she was obviously unable to get herself off of it."

5/27/09 UPDATE: Exodus Tyson was pronounced dead just before noon, police Sgt. Andy Hill said. She had been on life support and police have said their investigation showed her injury on Monday was a "tragic accident.''
"There are no words to describe the tragic loss of our beloved Exodus,'' the family said in a statement. "We ask you now to please respect our need at this very difficult time for privacy to grieve and try to help each other heal.''

Is Gisele Bundchen Pregnant?

Several gossip sites are claiming that supermodel Gisele Bundchen is pregnant! Say goodbye to the body we see here - actually, no, scratch that. We bet Gisele would snap right back into shape the second that baby pops out!

Gisele and pro-football player Tom Brady, who have been dating since 2006, got engaged in December 2008 and were married in April.

This will be the first child for Bundchen but Brady already has a son, John Edward Thomas Moynahan, with ex-girlfirend Bridget Moynahan.

We do know one thing, that baby is going to rival the looks of Brad and Angelina's kids. It's going to be one great looking kid!

New 'Harry Potter' Photos Revealed

On July 15, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince hits theaters. Are you anxiously biting your fingers? Do you have a countdown on your wall? We bet some people are definitely freaking out about this next installment! Check out the latest poster that was released for the film!

In this sixth installment of the franchise, Voldemort is tightening his grip on both the Muggles and Wizards, as Hogwarts is no longer a safe haven. As a result, Dumbledore must work with his prized student in order to prepare him for the final battle between good and evil.

What other summer blockbusters are you looking forward to this summer? Can't wait for the next Transformers movie? Tell us your thoughts! Check out another still below of our favorite wizards that are back for the Half-Blood Prince!

Twitter TV

Already thought Twitter took up enough of your time? Well think again because Twitter is coming to TV. Novelist Amy Ephron along with producers Reveille and Brillstein Entertainment Partners are teaming up to create a Twitter based unscripted TV show.

On the show people compete against each other in a way that is similar to a scavenger hunt by following celebrities on Twitter. Just combine reality TV, Twitter and celebrities and you have a new TV show! But combining things that everyone loves does not always lead to a hit.

"The Hills" Preview Clip

Want to know what's the latest with MTV's The Hills? In this week's episode, Heidi will go wedding gown shopping and struggle with the possibility of LC not attending her wedding. Meanwhile, Stephanie will run into Kelly Cutrone at a party and question her.

“The Hills” airs on Mondays at 10pm ET/PT on MTV. Next week, there will be a special “The Hills” finale episode on Sunday, May 31 at 8pm ET/PT (before the “2009 MTV Movie Awards”). Check out a clip of what to expect from the next episode below and enjoy:

MTV Shows

Sean Penn Withdraws Motion for Divorce

Sean Penn has withdrawn his motion for divorce from wife Robin Wright Penn. Wasn't he hooking up with a younger starlet just last week? Wasn't that affair during separation the 'final straw' according to many Hollywood insiders?

True of false, what does that say for Robin Wright Penn if she takes Sean back? Just saying.

What is Sean's explanation for it all? In a quote to the Daily News he says, "It was an arrogant mistake." Now if anyone knows Sean, he is arrogant. So he could have just said it was a mistake, or "I was just being me."

So the game begins. Now Robin Wright Penn has 30 days to stick it to Sean or eat crow herself. Stay tuned, this is about to get good. The reality is Robin can walk with a lot of cash in spousal support. I wonder what the new Vegas odds (prop bet) are now?

More Dorm Life goodness! Spring Break Part 3 and Meet The Ladies of 5 South

Spring Break continues for the guys and gals of 5South on Dorm Life (http://www.dorm-life.com/)! Spring Break Part 3 is now live on http://www.dorm-life.com/, as part if its week-long mini-series! Also be sure to visit PCM's Dorm Life feature to Meet the Lovely Ladies of 5 South!

In this episode, watch as Steph talks about “Jamaican Me Spacey” Space Camp, and as Danny gets motion sickness…Again!

Spring Break Part 3:

In case you missed here is Spring Break Part 2:

Robert Pattinson kiss for sale

A kiss from Robert Pattinson was auctioned off at the Cannes film festival last night to raise money for amfAR's annual Cinema Against AIDS. Feeling extra generous Pattinson decided to auction off kisses to two different people. How much does a kiss from Robert Pattinson cost? Just a wopping $20,000.

Other items auctioned off at Cannes included former president Clinton's Alpine Alto saxophon, a 1995 Bruce Weber picture of Sean Penn, and a private screening of the Brad Pitt-Quentin Tarantino movie Inglourious Bastards. Josh Hartnett offered to strip to raise money for the charity, but sadly the bids never got high enough.

A total of more than $1 million was raised at the charity auction. "This is an amazing turnout this year, and we've doing this for 15 years. I think, considering the economy, we did a great job here tonight," amfAR chairman Harvey Weinstein said.

New video from Rise Against!

Hero Of War

Message from the band:
We've just completed our new video for the song "Hero Of War" off of our record, Appeal To Reason. "Hero Of War" is the story of one soldier, not all soldiers, as he battles not just the war around him, but the war that rages within. Inspired by true events, we were given the choice to either document the tribulations of these times as they unfold around us, or ignore them. To ignore these problems, in our opinion, is letting down the brave men and women who risk everything. "Hero Of War" is our attempt to lift the stigma that surrounds everything from the skyrocketing suicide rate of troops, torture, internal sexual abuse, an under-funded VA, and the growing number of military personnel fighting Post Traumatic Stress Disorder as they return home. We hope this song and this video help the simmering dialogue about these problems evolve into a rolling boil.

-Rise Against

"The notion that a radical is one who hates his country is naive and usually idiotic. He is, more likely, one who loves his country more than the rest of us, and is thus more disturbed than the rest of us when he sees it debauched. He is not a bad citizen turning to crime; he is a good citizen driven to despair."- H.L. Mencken

SUPPORT THE TROOPS: END THE WAR

Recession Causes Man to Take on Unbearable Job

Apparently the recession is world wide. This poor man has it harder than most of us. Just be glad you don't have his job. Try not wince in pain.

Dorm Life SPECIAL SERIES: Spring Break Part 1!

Dorm Life is announcing a unique mini-series in which the characters leave the familiar floor and venture into to the world for Spring Break. The characters bring their own video cameras and document their journey into mayhem! In this five part series, we get an uncensored look at what happens when the 'documentary' cameras are turned off, the antics are turned up and the characters let loose!

This Spring Break mini series was improvised and captured by the talented cast as they travled across interstates and beaches while filming. Attention Span Media is thrilled to release this special package of content and is proud to be continually advancing the conventions of web television and new media!

Spring Break Part 1:

Be sure to keep tuning in! Dorm Life is will be featuring a new episode everyday this week for SPRING BREAK!

Kris Allen is your new American Idol

In what may go down as being one of the most surprising upsets in American Idol history, 23-yr old Kris Allen has been crowned this year's American Idol over favored finalist Adam Lambert. Kris has been referred to as a "dark horse" though out much of this season, and it seems that he was able to creep up and win over voters just in time. This was an especially tough year, as both finalists are truly amazing vocalists and performers. In my opinion both are winners and musically will go on to do great things!

Finale highlights included performances with KISS, Cyndi Lauper, Keith Urban, and The Black Eyed Peas.

TNT Teams with Grammy-nominated Buckcherry To Create Musical Anthem for the Network's NASCAR Summer Series!

Turner Network Television (TNT) announced that it has joined forces with Grammy-nominated rockers Buckcherry to feature the band’s version of Deep Purple’s hit single “Highway Star” as the network’s theme song for its 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series coverage. The song will serve as the primary musical bed for all six of TNT’s races, as well as for the network’s multiplatform marketing campaign surrounding its exclusive race coverage.

The network is producing a full-length music video of “Highway Star” performed by Buckcherry that will debut exclusively on the Turner-operated Web site NASCAR.COM at 11 am ET on Wednesday, May 20. The video will make its television debut the same day during TNT’s exclusive coverage of Game #1 of the Eastern Conference Finals on the Emmy-award winning Inside the NBA post-game show. Additionally, the track will be available for purchase as part of Buckcherry’s Black Butterfly on iTunes beginning on June 16th. As part of the initiative, Buckcherry will perform live at Daytona International Speedway, appearing on TNT’s prerace coverage of the Coke Zero 400 on Saturday, July 4.

“Buckcherry’s ‘Highway Star’ is the perfect theme song to capture the excitement and intensity of NASCAR racing and will be a consistent sound throughout TNT’s NASCAR Summer Series telecasts,” said Craig Barry, Senior Vice President/Creative Director of Turner Sports. “Turner Sports has a track record of collaborating with talented artists to produce original creative that brands our sports properties and resonates with sports fans. Over the years we have been able to amass an impressive portfolio that includes some of the biggest artists in the music industry, and Buckcherry, with their high energy and unique sound, is a great addition.”

“We are big fans of Turner Sports, specifically their NASCAR coverage. We are stoked to be chosen as the featured band of the season. ‘Highway Star’ is a killer rock song and the video we made for it is bigger and badder than anything we have done before. We are looking forward to working with Turner as the campaign runs on TV, radio and online and to getting to the race in Daytona during a break in our touring this summer,” says Buckcherry’s frontman Josh Todd.

Zac Efron is out and Chace Crawford is in for Footlose remake

Chace Crawford has been cast to play the lead role in the upcoming remake of the 1984 film Footloose. The film will be directed by High School Musical's Kenny Ortega and was originally going to star Zac Efron. But he decided not to take the role because he is looking to expand the types of movie roles he takes on. "I want to grow a bit with the types of movies I want to make," Efron said. "It was more along the lines that I was looking for a new challenge, and this was another musical."

Chace accepted the role after scheduling conflicts with Gossip Girl were ironed out. He will step in to fill the shoes of Kevin Bacon in the remake that is set to start shooting in March 2010.

Who will play Chace's leading lady in the movie? There has been no definite decision yet, but Hayden Panettiere, Amanda Bynes and even Miley Cyrus are some of the names that have been floating around.

Drew Barrymore: Actress Turned Director?

We all know and love Drew Barrymore as a the talented actress starring in films such as Ever After, Never Been Kissed, and Charlies Angels, but what is she up to now?

I'm sure you've all heard of the new hit movie "Twilight" which comes from a novel series written by Stephanie Meyer. Well rumors say Drew Barrymore is going to be the director for the third installment called "Eclipse". They've already started casting for roles in the new movie, yet it still has not been publicly official if she is going to be the director or not.

It may not be widely known but this would certainly not be her first time directing a movie. Drew has just finished directing a new movie called "Whip It!" starring Ellen Page. We've seen what Ms. Barrymore can do on-screen, hopefully she'll be just as good, if not better, off-screen!

The Prodigy

Bruce Springsteen has dubbed Jay Weinberg, son of long time E Street Band drummer Max Weinberg, "The Prodigy". At 18 years of age, Jay has been given the opportunity of a lifetime.

As many know, Max Weinberg not only plays drums for the E Street Band, but he is also head of the Max Weinberg 7; the house band for Conan O'Brien's talk show. With the premiere of The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien coinciding with Bruce Springsteen's current world tour, scheduling conflicts were sure to become an issue.

The fix? Replace Max with his son Jay. Great drumming is sure to be in the genes, right? Well...it must be considering Jay had never wrapped his hands around a set of drumsticks until he was 14 years old. And just four short years later, Jay is rocking out with the "heart-stopping, earth-quaking, booty-shaking, legendary" E Street Band.

Seeing Jay perform live, Bruce is right on! "The Prodigy" Jay is. What a joy to see this young man put his heart and soul into playing songs that, in some cases, are twice as old as he is. Rock on Jay!

Kris or Adam? Who Is America's Favorite?

It all comes down to tonight's performances. Kris or Adam. Who will be the next American Idol?

America get your texting thumbs ready because tonight will be a close one. After tonight's anticipated peformances from predicted winner Adam Lambert to the dark horse, Kris Allen, it will be a real nail-biting results show tomorrow night. Adam who has been consistantly good throughout the season has had the judges votes to win the whole contest from the beginning but with Kris Allen sneaking up the past few weeks as one of America's fan favorites, don't mark Adam as a sure bet winner just yet.

Be sure to check in Wednesday night to see who takes the crown....and rumor has it that Britney Spears might just show up too!

Mariah Carey shows her not so glamorous side

Mariah Carey is known for glamor and beauty, but she leaves her beauty behind in her new film, Precious. In the movie Carey plays a plain-Jane social worker. Precious is based on the book Push which tells the story of a young girl who is abused while growing up in Harlem. The film director, Lee Daniels, felt that choosing Carey for this part would be a very bold thing to do. "If she could dye her hair, put on a wig, take off the makeup, darken under the eyes, I believed she would begin to give me her soul. And she did," Daniels said.



Carey was not concerned about the look of her character in the movie and she said her friends and family loved her performance despite the way her character looks. "No one has said, 'Girl I can't believe you are there with those dark circles under your eyes and wearing a wig and looking nasty.' No one went that far," Carey said.

Double Standards Just as Strong in Hypocritical Hollywood

The permanently pubescent stricken Jonas Brothers were flashed by adoring female fans this week. If you are not up on the Jonas Brothers, they have sworn off sex until marriage. So what is the worst thing anyone could do to these poor boys?

Yes, the answer is the temptation of female anatomy. In this case young girls held up a sign TAKE US WE'RE YOURS and dutifully lifted their shirts exposing their breasts. God... how can these girls take it so far! It's just not fair to these young boys. Fortunately the boys had the wisdom to cover their eyes.

Here is where societies hypocrisy comes into play. Were the girls arrested? Nope. Security just ordered them to lower their shirts and asked to leave. If a man did this, security would have beat them senseless out the door and police would have been called with charges made. Thank you Hollywood for this one time where you were no different than the rest of the country. Women really do get away with much more than men.

Survivor winner Ethan Zohn has cancer

Survivor Africa winner Ethan Zohn has been diagnosed with cancer. Last month he was found to have a rare form of cancer called CD20-positive Hodgkin's Lymphoma. He began suffering from night sweats, itching and a swollen lymph node and was then tested and diagnosed. Zohn began chemotherapy last week and will soon lose his famous curly hair. "My hair is my identity," he said, but he plans to shave it off in the next few days.

Zohn lost a parent to cancer and he wants to battle the disease as an inspiration to others. As a Survivor winner, Zohn has shown that he is not one to give up easily and he calls his new fight with cancer "the ultimate game of Survivor."

Marvel Casts Thor!

The looming question of which actor could seal the deal is done. The Nordic (Asgardian) God will be portrayed by Australian Chris Hemsworth. Hemsworth is a relative unknown in the states except for his recent portrayal of the short lived character George Kirk in the rebooted Star Trek. PMC recently reported that HBO's Alexandar Skarsgard met with director Kenneth Branagh.

Thor is a necessary character in the Marvel Universe if they are to create the superhero team up of The Avengers which includes Iron Man, Thor, Hulk and Captain America. Later incarnations of the Avengers include Spider-Man. Captain America's release date has been moved back from July 16, 2010 to May 20, 2011. Thor begins filming of January 2010 for the following year's June 2011 release. The Avengers film is set for the following summer release of 2012. For what it's worth, Spider-Man will be released in advance of them all in it's usual May slot of 2011.

Hollywood Daily reports that a host of actors have either turned down the role or failed readings for the part of Thor. In the case of Daniel Craig, he turned it down; while Chris Hemsworth was turned down without even had read for the part. Then Marvel's representative on the project Kevin Feige reconsidered Chris Hemsworths Manager's request to have Chris read. "You've got to reconsider Chris, he's your guy".

Marvel's reaction? "Oh my God". Chris has the physical attributes for the task too standing at at a towering six foot three inches.

May is definitely music month! Check out the MySpace Music buzz!

MySpace Music, the world's premier music community, is excited to announce six exclusive album debuts within days of each other. MySpace users can find the highly anticipated albums from Eminem, Tori Amos, Lionel Richie, Busta Rhymes, Method Man & Redman, Kate Voegele and Phoenix available only on MySpace Music. Fans are able to stream the albums in their entirety days before they hit store shelves.

Eminem
The highly anticipated new album, Relapse¸ from hip hop artist Eminem makes its official debut on MySpace Music beginning today, Friday, May 15. Additionally, tune into FOX's Family Guy on Sunday, May 17 for more MySpace news pertaining to the hip hop star. Visit the official MySpace Music profile of Eminem to stream his entire album for free: http://www.myspace.com/eminem.

Tori Amos
Multiplatinum and Grammy nominated recording artist Tori Amos will premiere her brand new album titled Abnormally Attracted to Sin exclusively on MySpace Music in the U.S. beginning on Saturday, May 16. Visit the official MySpace Music profile of Tori Amos to stream her entire album for free: http://www.myspace.com/toriamos.

Lionel Richie
The new album from legendary artist Lionel Richie is currently available for free streaming exclusively on MySpace Music. Just Go marks the singer's ninth studio album. Check back to MySpace Music for more exciting news about the singer in the coming weeks. Visit the official MySpace Music profile of Lionel Richie to stream his entire album: http://www.myspace.com/lionelrichie.

Busta Rhymes
Grammy nominated rapper Busta Rhymes is set to debut his eighth studio album Back on My B.S. exclusively on MySpace Music beginning today, Friday, May 15. To celebrate the release of his new album, Busta will also perform for his MySpace fans at a special MySpace Music The Release show on Monday, May 18 in New York City. Visit the official MySpace Music profile of Busta Rhymes to stream his entire album for free: http://www.myspace.com/bustarhymes.

Method Man and Redman
Hip Hop and rap duo Method Man and Redman are set to debut Blackout 2, the highly anticipated follow up to their platinum selling 1999 release Blackout, exclusively on MySpace Music beginning on Saturday, May 16. The duo will perform in a special MySpace Music The Release concert on Thursday, May 28 in Los Angeles. Visit the official MySpace Music profile of Method Man to stream their entire album for free: http://www.myspace.com/methodman.

Kate Voegele
Singer/songwriter Kate Voegele premiered her second full length studio album A Fine Mess exclusively on MySpace Music this week. The singer is currently on tour and providing her MySpace fans with exclusive content. Visit the official MySpace Music profile of Kate Voegele, sponsored by University of Phoenix, to stream her entire album for free and to access exciting videos and blogs especially for her MySpace friends: http://www.myspace.com/katevoegele.

Phoenix
French alternative rock band Phoenix will debut their new album Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix exclusively on MySpace Music beginning on Monday, May 18. The band consists of Thomas Mars, Deck D'Arcy, Christian Mazzalai, and Laurent Brancowitz. Visit the official MySpace Music profile of Phoenix to stream their entire album for free: http://www.myspace.com/wearephoenix.

Jay Leno's Reign on the Tonight Show Comes At an End

After 17 years of working on the Tonight Show Jay Leno will take his bow on June 1, 2009 with his last show. Although he is leaving the Tonight Show we will still be seeing him on television in 10:00pm slot with another comedy on NBC. He feels like it'll be good for television and audiences to have something comical on television so it can contrast with all the serious things on at that time. Jay Leno will soon join the memories of the other hosts of the the Tonight Show.

Steve Allen was the original host of the TV show when it started in 1954. Following him was Jack Paar who was known for his fun and jokes but his emotional outbursts as well. It was because of him that the Tonight switced to being taped live to pre-recorded the evening of the show so they would have time to edit time when he became overtly emotional. But it was thanks to Jack that the Tonight Show started having guests on the show. Johnny Carson replaced Jack. He stayed with the show for about 30 years! Jay Leno became the host of the show with Johnny's blessing. Johnny Carson started to let people guest host on Monday and Jay Leno was frequently a guest. After Johnny Carson left Jay became the host for the Tonight Show which we all know today.

Jay Leno has promised "something out of the left field" for his last show. His final show will include superstars like Mel Gibson, Billy Crystal, and Arnold Schwarzenegger. Look forward to some great shows coming your way.

It is now Conan O' Brian's turn to step up to the plate and begin hosting the Tonight Show. We'll soon get to see if he's up for the challenge of carrying the Tonight Show for many more years to come just as the hosts before him have.

Adele Guest Stars on Ugly Betty Tonight!

Grammy awarded artist, Adele, celebrated her 21st birthday last week in New York City with a special performance at Roseland Ballroom in which she was honored a plaque for her US certified gold record. This year's Best New Artist will also be making a guest apperance on Ugly Betty tomorrow night on ABC at 8/7c. Click here to see a sneak peak: http://a.abc.com/primetime/uglybetty/index?pn=grabthewidget

2009 has been an exciting year for Adele who released her debut full length, 19, in 2008. With an upcoming show, hosted by KCRW, at the legendary Hollywood Bowl with Etta James, Adele also has upcoming features in the Nylon Magazine, O Magazine and Elle Magazine's July music issue.

Adele also released the video for her second single, "Hometown Glory" which is in rotation now!

For more info on Adele:
http://www.myspace.com/adelelondon
http://www.adele.tv/

A new The Hills?

There have been rumors stirring for a couple weeks about Kristen Cavallari one of the stars of Laguna Beach starring in the new hills next season. It has now been confirmed that she indeed will be starring in the new hills. If anyone remembers Laguna Beach you know can expect tons of drama for next season, because unlike Lauren Conrad who had drama follow her, Kristen loves to create it. Since she was one of the people who hooked Spenser and Heidi together you can be assured that they are more than excited to have her on the show with them.

Kristen has said that she's really excited to work on the show and looking forward to making new friends, getting her fans excited about being back in action. She'll be back in action but will she be making friends or enemies? Guess we'll have to wait and see! Check out her debut appearence on May 31st for the season finale of The Hills. Get ready to say goodbye to Lauren and hello to a new but familiar face.

PCM Picture Of The Day: Shower Buddies ?!

Write in your own caption of what you think is going on in this picture! Matthew Fox and Jimmy Kimmel are in a shower together because ____________. Okay, we'll tell you why!

On last night's episode of Jimmy Kimmel, he and guest Matthew Fox (Lost) had a staring contest to see who would claim the title of "Gorgeous Man" and ended up in the shower together.

Let's Forget About Miss California: Hello, Miss North Carolina!

Enough is enough. We are so sick of hearing about Miss California and her drama. We have decided that here at Pop Culture Madness, we're not going to report on the ridiculous controversy that this girl has caused with her semi-nude pictures and anti-gay marriage group affiliation. We're so sick of hearing about her and well, her lies. Trust us, she KNEW a photographer was taking those pictures of her, she was looking RIGHT AT THE CAMERA.

Let's get to know THE REAL MISS USA. Did you even know that Miss North Carolina was actually crowned Miss USA 2009? She's the real winner in all this - she beat out 50 other beauty queens in the live pageant televised from Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. Kristen Dalton is 21 years old and aspires to be a motivational speaker, meet Miss North Carolina!

Check out an interview held with Miss North Carolina below, we want your thoughts. Does she seem more qualified and composed to hold the crown? I feel like the poor thing hasn't gotten an ounce of recognition over her victory because of the media attention surrounding Miss California.

The fate of Jon and Kate Plus 8

Reality TV stars Jon and Kate Gosselin admit to be going through a "rough patch" in their marriage. It is rumored that Jon has cheated on Kate with a 23-year-old teacher; he continues to deny the rumor, but did admit to using "poor judgment." Kate is not sure she believes him and when asked if they will split up she said, "I'm not going to rule it out, I'm not going to rule it in."
However, Kate may not be completely innocent either because there is some talk of her cheating on Jon with her body guard. Of course she claims that this is untrue and calls the allegations "disgusting, unthinkable, unfathomable." Will Jon and Kate Plus 8 continue or will it become Jon minus 9?

Summer Is The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year... FOR MUSIC FESTIVALS!

Don't you love the summertime? Bands are on tour, there are music festivals everywhere! The first-ever “mtvU Sunblock Music Festival,” a four-city Festival featuring the hottest and most buzzed about performers. Co-headliners Boys Like Girls and Gym Class Heroes, with special guests The Academy Is, The Veronicas, and Never Shout Never are partnering with mtvU and MTV to bring this killer musical event to MTV’s summer-themed Sunblock programming on mtvU, MTV, MTV2, MTV Tr3s, and online on MTV.com and mtvU.com.

Boys Like Girls, who won the mtvU Breaking Woodie Award in 2007 and have been in the studio working on their second album, due later this year, will take the spotlight as one of the Festival headliners alongside Gym Class Heroes, who won a 2007 MTV Video Music Award for “Best New Artist.” 2007 Viral Woodie Award winners, The Academy Is, will also take over the stage with their guitar-driven pop-rock tunes. Performing tracks from their hit album “Hook Me Up,” MTV’s New Year’s Eve 2009 co-hosts The Veronicas will also play alongside Never Shout Never, a recent mtvU Freshmen winner who previously performed on MTV’s Total Request Live’s “On Your Radar” segment.


The “mtvU Sunblock Music Festival” will hit the following cities this summer:

7/23-New York City, NY- Jones Beach Bay Stage
TBD-Boston, MA- Suffolk Downs
7/25-Meadowbrook, NH- US Cellular Pavilion
7/27- Baltimore/DC- The Pier 6 Concert Pavilion

For more information or to grab Festival tickets, check out www.tours.mtvu.com.

Rockers Motley Crue appearing on Fox's hit show BONES!

Motley Crue will be making an appearance on the season finale of Fox's show BONES on Thursday, 5/14/09! The band will be performing their hit "Dr. Feelgood"....check out the video below for more information:

This episode is not to be missed! Be sure to tune in tomorrow night!

Prepare to Meet The Burns!

Welcome to MeetTheBurns.com , a comedic depiction of a dysfunctional family living out their lives in Anywhere, USA. This slice of Americana is comprised of the usual suspects: Dad, eternally re-living his glory days; Mom, hygiene-obsessed and sleep deprived who has declared war against bacteria in all forms; Jake, all-American football hero who just can't seem to keep his girl from his friends; Trent, perennially angst-ridden teen whose obsessed with the Emo-Goth sensation, the Ringworms; Matt, magician and general trickster finds solace in his lovely assistant Monica; and Gus, a fungus personified as a cocky lounge-lizard bent on driving the entire family to the brink of 'itchy' madness.

The Burns help introduce a new athlete's foot product that is on the market called Tinactin Chill!

Be sure to visit with The Burns family and don't forget to grab the $2.00 dollar off coupon for Tinactin Chill!

Jessica Simpson's Not So Daisy Dukes

Who does Jessica Simpson think she is fooling? She's parading around on stage in Daisy Dukes but come on. She's not he svelte little vixen she thinks she is anymore. She looks like she has made some headway but really come one... The belly hanging out? The untucked shirt? Guys know this stunt. We know she's hiding the waistline. I really hope she is pregnant. It could be the only logical reason for that bulge hanging out over her pants.

My advice, Jessica. Get back to the size zero or size 2 again if you want to pull off a Daisy Duke, otherwise you are just embarrassing yourself. OK.. at least her legs look great from this angle.

Ace of Cakes Gets Lost!!

Being the huge Lost-a-holic that I am, I am completely thrilled to share this clip with you all! It is from the Food Network hit show Ace of Cakes and features the entire cast of LOST centered around a cake being baked for the show's 100th episode (which was great, btw!!).

New Dorm Life Episode: MARCH MADNESS!

What does it mean when people bleed school colors, brackets are filled with great care, bets are made and beers flow like a river of awesome? Exactly - MARCH MADNESS has taken over!

Check out how the guys and gals of 5 South celebrate March Madness - their school is in the Division I NCAA tournament for the first time in the school’s history! Painted faces, cheers and a TV-erator (similar to a keg-erator, of course)!

Hollywood's Biggest Stars To Present At MTV Movie Awards!

All the stars once again will hit the red carpet at the MTV movie awards that will air live Sunday March 31st at 9pm. When I found out who was going to host the award show, I was so excited! Andy Samberg is one of the funniest people today. I enjoy watching him on SNL so I know he is going to do a good job hosting the movie awards.

A bevy of the hottest stars in Hollywood are confirmed to hand out awards as Denzel Washington, Cameron Diaz, Ryan Reynolds, Will Ferrell, Vanessa Hudgens , Leighton Meester, Jonah Hill and Lil Wayne are the first to be announced in the growing list of presenters. The “2009 MTV Movie Awards” will be broadcast LIVE from the Gibson Amphitheatre in Universal City, CA on Sunday, May 31st at 9p.m./8p.m.C.

Simon Cowell says Adam Lambert will win

Yesterday Simon Cowell told Oprah that he believes Adam Lambert will win this season of American Idol. What was his reason behind this prediction? "He's got swagger," Cowell said. He also expressed this same thing on Ellen DeGeneres' show last week. So in Simon's mind Danny and Kris do not stand a chance. Each of the remaining contestants are very strong, but Adam does seem to have something more that sets him apart.

But the winner is ultimately the result of America's voting, will this prediction of Simon's affect America's voting tonight? American Idol often has unpredictable results and since the judges already used their save Simon can not alter the voting outcome.