My Code Name is: Agent Provocateur - that's why I am proudly sporting my "fag." T-Shirt. With hate speech so prominent this past week due to the Tweeting of one Roseanne, destroying her career and show revival with a few keystrokes. Well you know I couldn't #resist. FYI - for those of you who can't wrap your collective brains around it I am far from PC, thus my choice of apparel this week. That being stated I do not condone hate speech. "Yes" Virginia they are two different entities. Time to move on, whatever transpires past this, Ambien is to blame... If you can't blame Ambien, blame Canada Saggitarians on Adderal, discuss When in doubt, shout it out! Dear Roseanne, your racism is more on point than your rendition of The Star Spangled Banner Tonight's the night, really, it is Have I offended you yet? Yeah, I can't compete with Donald Trump. Who put the "bone" in Bonaparte? There was an old lady who swallowed a fly...
We have now entered The Twilight Zone (refer to the above headline) Once upon a time there was something called common sense and intelligence, then the WWW let people without brain cells have a voice The Real Housewives of New York, is, and will always be my favorite of the "Housewives" franchise Whistle if your horny, or do something more provocative, the choice is yours Clarifying a previous musing, I am a Saggitarian, and I am not on Adderal, it was about a friend Your Mama don't dance, and your Daddy don't Rock-N-Roll - that's not true, I am referred to as "Daddy" sometimes and I DO Rock-N-Roll Obey Michael at: https://www.instagram.com/michaelshinafelt/?hl=en https://twitter.com/mshinafelt?lang=en
I'd Love To Know, Wouldn't You?! Zachary Quinto & Debra Messing
Happy Hump Day! We've all made it to the middle - so let's get down and party like Debra Messing & Zachary Quinto post Hotel Artemis screening in NYC, or not. I don't know about you kiddies, but I am feeling festive today. Perhaps I will do a little side step, or not. Whatever, I need to move on now and get to the important things in life such as yoga and other such matters. This is my way of saying I am running behind schedule this Hump Day ayem. Today is the first day of the rest of your life, so go get a T-Shirt that states that, or bend it like Debra & Zachary, the choice is yours. I need that cup of coffee pronto! Michael has left the lap top. Debra on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealdebramessing/?hl=en Zachary on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zacharyquinto/?hl=en
Happy Twos -Day! That's correct minions being the random contraption I am, I'm feeling the love of the numeral two twoday. As in two people, couples or two people spending some "quality time" together. This is most likely because I had some hot, intense "quality time" recently and it's been on my mind ever since. Hey, you can't shake that feeling easily. So, I have decided to post celebrity twosomes that are eye catching to myself and others. Bask, minions, bask! No need to thank me you can just....
Happy Memorial Day Peeps! Today I bring you the beach as your Monday Motivation, courtesy of Zac Efron & Ashley Tisdale his former High School Musical co-star. On a three day weekend what else is one supposed to do, but a little California Dreamin' on the shores of Malibu. Alas that is not what I will be doing, yep, you guessed it, I am working on some projects today. But hey a guy can dream, can't he?! Dreaming is exactly what I am going to do. I will fantasize that I am with Zac on down in Malibu instead of Ashley in this photo. How's that for a vivid imagination?! Anyway, time to motor, I'd better werk! Enjoy your Holiday...!!! Zac on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zacefron/?hl=en Ashley on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleytisdale/?hl=en
"Flower Power was a slogan used during the late 1960s and early 1970s as a symbol of passive resistance and non-violence ideology" Lady Gaga has been keeping a low profile as of late. Trust me, I follow her on Instagram and she has only resurfaced recently and for a blip, only to disappear again. That means our Lady of Gaga is werking, not twerking. However she was snapped recently on the streets of NYC carrying a vase full of flowers on prominent display. Hmmmmmmmm...is there a cryptic meaning to these in your face blossoms, such as peace out? Or perhaps they signal a new, not a bad, romance...or... Whatever the case, this pic is giving good vibes only, which is something we all need. Holla! Gaga on the "Gram" - https://www.instagram.com/ladygaga/?hl=en
"Open the door, get on the floor, Everybody walk the dinosaur" - Was (Not Was) When I spied this photo of Chris Pratt posing with a Dinosaur to promote the latest Jurassic World opus - Fallen Kingdom in London, well I couldn't help but post it. Oh, and BTW the reasons have nothing to do with the movie, of which I have no intention of seeing. First off the image is dynamic. Secondly Pratt looks cute in it. Third and most important of all it took me back to my youth in the 80's - 1988 to be exact when the group Was (Not Was) had a hit song called Walk The Dinosaur. How's that for random, yet fun?! Trivia at it's finest. What's that? Who walks a dinosaur? What a silly song, you say? Literal it was not euphemism it was, that's correct, Yoda taught me this in the 80's as well. Mic Drop! Chris Pratt on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prattprattpratt/?hl=en
This is the week that was, and shall be forever and ever. Seven days in a life, seventy ways to do whatever you want. Oh, it's time for me to bring it! R U ready?!?! Having lost 43lbs. "Yes" I am down to 170, from 213. I have readjusted my goal weight from 165 to 163. Seriously who wants to say they have lost 48lbs, when they could say they lost 50?! In case you didn't hear Prince Harry & Meghan Markle got hitched this past weekend BTW - is your butt crack so numb you can't feel a string? Sometimes you have to rebel and not get the F#ck out of bed What ever you wouldn't do, name it after me Entertain Me former Teen Idol fave Mike Clifford has something coming June 11th that will blow your collective nads off - Keep up with him here: https://www.facebook.com/MikeCliffordsWonderfulWorld/ Just Because...Dirty Dog
52 & Fabulous!
Brooke Shields
Brooke Shields did a sizzling bikini layout, she's 52. That's correct minions Brooke and I have something in common. We are both 52 and our bodies are hot! Why are there so many songs about _____ it's time to fill in the blank! Got penis breath? Just saw a byline that states: "Caitlyn Jenner Opens Up" - Thanks for that image, not! Kevin Federline wants more child support from Britney Spears - Translation: I'm a deadbeat "Feed Me!" Little boxes, discuss Trader Joe's has a pepperoni pizza/mac & cheese bowl. File Under: things that make you wanna hurl Who's That Guy? Find out at: https://www.instagram.com/michaelshinafelt/?hl=en https://twitter.com/mshinafelt?lang=en
Thunder Only Happens When It's Raining... Stormy Daniels
Today is Stormy Daniels Day in the city of West Hollywood, CA...Hooray!
"The City of West Hollywood is proclaiming Wednesday as “Stormy Daniels Day,” and Mayor John Duran and members of the West Hollywood City Council will present the porn actress with the key to the city award.
The award will be presented to Daniels at 4 p.m. at Chi Chi LaRue, the erotic apparel shop at 8861 Santa Monica Blvd. Daniels, aka Stephanie Clifford, also will be at Chi Chi LaRue from 7 to 9 p.m., promoting her TeamStormy t-shirt line.
Daniels, a porn performer, is famed for her claim that Donald Trump’s lawyer, Michael Cohen, paid her $130,000 in hush money to conceal her alleged sexual affair with Trump. Daniels has sued Trump, claiming that a non-disclosure agreement that Cohen made her sign is invalid because it does not include Trump’s signature.
In an announcement of the proclamation and award, the city said it is “recognizing her leadership in the #Resist movement. In these politically tumultuous times, Daniels has proven herself to be a profile in courage by speaking truth to power even under threats to her safety and extreme intimidation." Source: www.wehoville.com
Just Because I love black and white photography, Just Because the magic still lingers & Just Because they make such a great pair - here is the official portrait of Prince Harry & Meghan Markle brought to you by the words Royal & Wedding. You know I really don't have much to say about posting this, since I am probably one of the last individuals covering and commenting on pop culture to do so. This beautiful image speaks for itself. You don't need me to tell you my impressions of it, because I am betting mine are simpatico with yours. Plain and simple this image evokes positive energy. That's something everyone needs right here, right now. So let's go with it - what a feeling! Enjoy more Royal Wedding photos here: http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-44201476
When I first heard of the break-up of John Cena & Nikki Bella it made me a little sad. These two seem so tailor made for each other, and I am a fan of a happy ending. It has since been revealed the reason for their parting of the ways is her wanting to become a Mom and him not wanting to become a Dad. The latest season of their show Total Bellas premiered last night. Leading up to it John has been back paddling on all the talk shows he has been on promoting it by begging Bella to take him back and stating he will have children with her. OK, I don't know about you, but this smells like one huge PR stunt to me at this point. No one who loves someone as much as he loves her would break-up over something like this in the first place, and then take it back, WTF?! If John really didn't want kids that badly he would not budge, period! I'm sure there will be a baby Cena/Bella bun in the oven in the not too distant future. Hope last night's ratings were the highest ever you two - just know you are not fooling this guy. Total Bellas on the WWW at: www.eonline.com/TotalBellas
Just Because it's the day after the Royal Wedding, Just Because it's Sunday Funday & Just Because they looked so amazing here are, IMHO the best dressed couple who attended the wedding of the century George & Amal Clooney. "Wow" was the word that came to mind when Amal showed up in this stunning yellow number that complimented her to perfection. It was a bold choice of color and hot damn, she worked it! She also had a great accessory by her side, her husband George, ya know that Clooney guy. Who wisely ditched traditional black formal wear and went with a tailored gray number that completed his wife's out of the box color choice to perfection. What's that you say?! "Yes" I did see the actual wedding, it was lovely. Honestly, we all need someone to look at us the way Harry looks at Meghan, the love those two have for one another is obvious. It was the perfect anecdote to all the hate going on in the world around us to be reminded that love can, and will conquer all. On that note, Michael has left the building... Check out more photos from the Royal Wedding by clicking on this link from the New York Times: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/05/19/world/europe/royal-wedding-in-photos.html
Have To Believe We Are Magic Prince Harry & Meghan Markle
With all the heinous things happening in the world around us, it's nice to witness a real life Fairy Tale - Once upon a time.... Thus let's pop open a bottle of our finest bubbly and toast to the union or Prince Harry & Meghan Markle on this May 19th 2018! For those of you who think this event is frivolous, you may want to re-think that position. For better of for worse this Royal Wedding matters on so many levels, politically and psychologically. How so? Let me break it down for you. On the political front you have two philanthropists getting hitched who, in lieu of wedding gifts gave a list of charities they would like their guests give donations to. Meghan Markle is biracial, while I am at loathe to make this a point since it is 2018 - sadly it is still significant. It's the uniting of two different countries, think about it, but not too hard. Psychologically with what seems like weekly mass shootings happening and the general state of the planet,this reminds us the magic of love really does exist. We need the escapism and pageantry right here, right now. There hasn't been a Cinderella story like this since Grace Kelly married Prince Rainier of Monaco. "Yes" people today we are reminded that their is hope in the world and that Fairy Tales have the power to still come true when we choose love over hate. Congratulations to the happy couple.Let love rule!!!
"You Need An Ass Kickin' Right Now" is the first video from D.O.A.'s new album Fight Back. Canada's legendary punks have always delighted in sticking it to pompous and despicable characters, so this new video carries on their fine tradition of defiance and irreverence.
"In our modern world that is stuffed with ever increasing episodes of racism, sexism, greed and warmongers, it's time say enough is enough, time to fight back," said Joe "Shithead" Keithley, the fearless leader of D.O.A.
In "Ass Kickin'" he takes on callous and tragic characters like: Kanye, Putin, Harvey Weinstein, Xi Jingping, Trump, and many more. "My only regret is that the song is only one minute and 20 seconds long, so we ran out of time to include more," concluded Keithley.
D.O.A., the pioneering punks who set the bar high for punk and basically invented hardcore, are ready to rip it up on the occasion of their 40th anniversary. Their new album is called Fight Back and they are embarking on a worldwide tour to support this impressive new effort. The "Men of Action" are ready to take on all opposition and lay down a punk rock path of wild music and free thought. Their rough and ready line up is led by the godfather of Hardcore, Keithley (guitar, vocals) he is more than ably accompanied by the manic rhythm section of
Paddy Duddy (drums) and Corkscrew (bass).
You Need An Ass Kickin' Right Now
Early reviews indicate thatFight Back is the most innovativeD.O.A. album sinceWar on 45.D.O.A. has always been right on the pulse of what's going on in our screwed up world.Fight Backdeals with what we have left, which in a lot of ways, is not much.
"When you really think about it, income inequality and disparity is at the root of a lot huge problems, like environmental degradation, war, sexism and hate" said Keithley who has been fighting the good fight for the last 40 years. It's why he's made TALK - ACTION = 0 his lifelong mantra.
Fight Back, released on Joe's own label Sudden Death Records, is a scathing and timely piece. Joe deals with all manner of unseemly low characters and issues. The album opens with acerbic "You Need an Ass Kickin' Right Now," next rips right into the startling "Killer Cops," then smashes into the anthemic "Time To Fight Back," which is street punk resistance at its fiercest. The album proceeds with the timely "Gonna Set You Straight" with violent and natural ease, and continues with the vitriolic "I Just Got Back From the USA." Then, the album takes a funny twist with "We Won't Drink This Piss" (down with bad corporate beer!) and "You Can't Stop Me," a song in which Joe delves into the character of Slapshot's playing coach Reggie Dunlop (a natural alter ego perhaps).
The "Men Of Action" are returning to the US for some unfinished business.
US TOUR DATES:
5/21 - Salt Lake City, UT @ Metro Music Hall 5/22 - Colorado Springs, CO @ Black Sheep 5/23 - Fort Collins,CO @ Hodi's Half Note 5/24 - Denver, CO @ Streets Of London Pub 5/26 - Las Vegas, NV @ Punk Rock Bowling Festival - Main Stage 5/29 - Laguna Niguel, CA @ Karmann Bar 5/30 - West Hollywood, CA @ The Viper Room 5/31 - San Diego, CA @ Brick By Brick
6/01 - Tucson, AZ @ 191 Toole
6/02 - Tempe, AZ @ The Marquee 6/03 - Albuquerque, NM @ Sister Bar 6/04 - El Paso, TX @ Lowbrow Palace 6/05 - Lubbock, TX @ TBD 6/06 - Austin, TX @ Barracuda 6/07 - Houston, TX @ The Secret Group 6/08 - San Antonio, TX @ Paper Tiger 6/09 - Dallas, TX @ Gas Monkey Bar and Grill 6/10 - Tulsa, OK @ Shrine
6/11 - St. Louis, MO @ Fubar 6/12 - Kansas City, MO @ Riot Room 6/13 - Des Moines, IA @ Lefty's Live Music 6/15 - Billings, MT @ The Pub Station 6/16 - Spokane, WA @ The Pin!
US EAST COAST & CANADA TOUR DATES:
07/06 - Vancouver, BC @ First Annual Fight Back Festival, Rickshaw Theater
07/07 - Kamloops, BC @ Blue Grotto
07/13 - 07/25 - US Midwest to East Coast @ TBD w/ Kevin Seconds
08/15 - Duncan, BC @ Cowichan Theatre 08/16 - Quadra Island, BC @ The Legion 08/17 - Port Alberni, BC @ Rainbow Room 08/18 - Ucluelet, BC @ The Legion
What's happening minions I'm back for this weeks edition of Michael's Musings...Ooooops, I'm doing it again! There is one really specific thing on my mind of late. Me being fabulous over fifty, being that I have lost 41lbs! I am down to 172 from 213 - suck on that! Time to address adventures in being bad ass and other things, it's time to keep moving...! Breaking News! A beautiful, super in love couple named Prince Harry & Meghan Markle are getting hitched Saturday! (OK, not breaking news, unless you have been living in a cave) Yesterday before yoga I went to weigh in and the scale registered I was 178! I almost cried, until it hit me that I still had my yoga mat and gym bag in my hands. Yep! I'm still status quo. Did lunch at Wahlburgers on the Sunset Strip with Ms. Jackie Kilmer & Mr. Ken Phillips Tuesday. Always skirting the edge of glory. Whatever happened to Faye Ray? Do you know why I am nicknamed the "Disco Stick?" Hello my trick Jennifer Garner needs to stop asking "What's in your wallet" because one day someone will let her know. Dear Wine, it's me Michael
Hitting The Mat @ Gold's Gym Hollywood
Michael Shinafelt
911 - help I have become addicted to something I used to hate, yoga! PS Gold's Hollywood, U R Welcome for the free plug, again! To my friend Maresa Wickham - "Fail" Just saw Meghan Markle's half sister is hospitalized with a broken ankle on E!Online. The only way this is news is if Meghan went all Tonya Harding on her ass! Twitter Trolls, discuss - Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow? So glad I binged the first eight episodes of Famous In Love season two on Freeform this past weekend. While season one was meh, this season has really nailed it! Get it! @ : https://www.instagram.com/michaelshinafelt/?hl=en https://twitter.com/MShinafelt
As we all know life can be a drag, a drag race that is! "No" I am not speaking of the kind that involves fast cars. I am talking about the kind that involves men appropriating women, lip synching for their lives and of course the biggest Mother of Drag, RuPaul! This past weekend the 4th annual RuPaul's DragCon happened right here, not now, in Los Angeles, CA. Did I go? "No" but this photo of "Ru" cutting the ceremonial ribbon to kick it off with some of his "girls" is bright. cheery and colorful to say the least. Thus it made the Entertain Me cut, because that's the way I roll. You've gotta hand it to Mr. Charles he really pushed drag to a whole other level of pop culture. Enjoy your day and remember when life is a drag, just be a queen... Mic Drop! RuPaul's DragCon on the WWW: rupaulsdragcon.com/
While I have drank coffee in the past, I am not really a coffee drinker. However at this very precise moment I wished I had some, right here, right now. It's one of those bleeping mornings where a cup of caffeine would do my body some good. You know give me a Monday Motivation kick in the ass to jump start my day. Thus I have resorted to an image of one of my favorite actresses of all time, Marilyn Monroe drinking the legendary brew, for a vicarious and hopefully energetic buzz. Huh? What's that you say? How can I get a caffeine high without actually drinking it??? It's called acting darlings, acting. Monday Motivation activated! Marilyn on IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000054/
It's that day of the year again. You know the one set aside to acknowledge Mom's everywhere. So I tip my hat to all women out there who have taken on this important job. On that note let me tip my hat to the two special ones. "Yes" that's correct peeps it's time to meet my Sister and my Mom. Needless to say I love them both and think they are both amazing in their own way. My Mom paid me a visit in Los Angeles this past Christmas and we had a blast. My Sister, Sue Waters needs to, so we too can have a blast. In the meantime she is the Step Monster to my three nieces who call her that jokingly as a term of endearment. The two of them have influenced my life in many wonderful ways and helped to make me the best version of myself I can be. So here's to the two of you and all the rest... Happy Mother's Day! Love, Michael
Last week was a reminder to "save the date" as it was two weeks away. Well this week we are hitting the home stretch. That's correct peeps, the Royal Wedding is now officially one week away, seven days and counting, the home stretch. The thing is, this event couldn't come at a better time in the history of the world. What the world needs now is love, sweet love. Yeah, I cribbed that phrase from a song, but no truer words could be spoken presently. Harry & Meghan are the fairy tale people need right here, right now. This is going to be one off the hook wedding and promises to deliver that happily ever after ending we all deserve. I'm sucker for magical moments and this will not disappoint. RSVP for Saturday May 19th Windsor Castle - I already have! The Royal Wedding on Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wedding_of_Prince_Harry_and_Meghan_Markle
For those out there who are clamoring for that Mike Tyson/Steven Seagal movie, and I am sure there are 2 or 3 of you. Well your wish has finally come true!
CHINA SALESMAN stars Mike Tyson, Steven Seagal, Dong-Xue Li, Janicke Askevold and Li Ai, with Eriq Ebouaney rounding out the cast. It was produced by China's Wanda Corporation, and written and directed by Chinese filmmaker Tan Bing. The film, with a reported budget of over $20 million, premieres theatrically this spring and had previously been a high profile title at last year's AFM.
Based on a true story, CHINA SALESMAN is a film about the dangerous and epic adventure to Africa where a Chinese engineer/salesman comes face-to-face with a corrupt competitor over the contract for the first African mobile telecom technology. Local tribesman Kabbah (Mike Tyson) and mercenary Lauder (Steven Seagal) get drawn into the conflict in a classic, brutal hand-to-hand fight while the entire country faces civil war battles.
CHINA SALESMAN will hit theaters on June 15th and DVD, Blu-ray, and VOD on June 26th.
"Come alive, Bones and flesh right before your eyes, I come alive I'll make you mine" Traci Lords "Come Alive" I'm going to pull my best self centered diva bullsh!t on your collective asses right now. In case you have been living under a rock, you should know Traci Lords dropped her latest single this week "Come Alive" - thus the lyric quote above. Yeah, I just can't get enough, it is my current jam! This week has been a unique one don't really know what type of word vomit is going to spew out of it. I love it when even I have no clue of what I am going to regurgitate. Deadpool 2 is opening soon in case you haven't heard. Oh, I think everyone has! Good morning from Me & My lemon water The Met Gala was this week and Blake Lively truly lived up to her last name while attending Want to taste heaven? On your knees then. Two poor queens thinking they are fashionable, discuss... Don't question me, question authority Christina Aguilera says she vows never to return to The Voice. Great PR move since they don't want you to return. Turn and face the good, the bad - try to avoid the ugly
Jared Leto
Jared Leto, Jared Leto, Jared Leto Consume mass quantities It's all dirty Taylor Swift has a big snake - bet that's something you never wanted to, or thought you'd hear. Yet, it's true! File it under... Walkin' in lame', nobody walks in lame' And then there was one. So ominous and disturbing. Let me explain it all to you at - https://www.instagram.com/michaelshinafelt/?hl=en https://twitter.com/MShinafelt
