Tonight many of us will Hump Day & Chill to part two of the Vanderpump Rules Reunion. Part one was explosive expect more of the same tonight!
Vanderpump Rules is really the comeback kid. After several tepid seasons and plummeting ratings the show finally got it's groove back with a vengeance.
Hey it only takes one most excellent scandal to save a sinking ship.
Get ready Minions it's going to be a bumpy ride!!!
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Sometimes you have to turn and face the strange, or at least the unfamiliar. On the face of things something needed to change. Thus I headed into the Angeles Crest Forrest with a group of fellow meditators and Sky Gazed.
Sky Gazing is a Buddhist practice that is what it sounds like, you literally meditate by gazing up at the sky.
It's purpose? To strongly emphasizes the inherent, spontaneous, natural, pure, and radiant perfection of awareness that is already present in all humans. Sky gazing is one of the techniques to help a person notice this awareness in themselves.
I've been quite hyper aware since Sunday, I'll just leave that here...
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| Photo: Alex Zarek |
Illinois pop punk heroes Wilmette will release their long-awaited debut full-length, 'Hyperfocused,' on August 4, 2023 via Mutant League Records. Along with launching pre-orders, the band is debuting the title track, along with a companion music video directed by Alex Zarek. The new album, produced by Seth Henderson (State Champs, Knuckle Puck), is the follow-up to their 2019 debut EP 'Anxious Body.' Stream "Hyperfocused" on DSPs: https://orcd.co/7bypaek. Stream the video here: https://youtu.be/KqthiJw7PuM Guitarist Griffin Guge says, "This track is about running the fine line between pursuing your own personal goals/interests and what others expect from you. It’s important to learn how to compromise with both of those things without letting either side get sabotaged. There’s always multiple perspectives with countless experiences to back them up. Hyperfocused is about pursuing your own personal growth without destroying the growth of others." |
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| Look, I'm Grape! |
In case you are wondering, as I know many of you must be, today is National Grape Popsicle Day! Woot!
There are many random official days out there and this is at least in the Top 20 head scratchers, but I'll play along because it's the weekend and were supposed to have fun,
So what can I say about the grape popsicle. It was actually a tie for my favorite flavor of PS. Cherry was the other.
I remember taking my time and sucking every drop of frozen grape juice out of this frozen treat until it was sucked completely dry.
Thus don't be offended today if someone tells you to "suck off" they most likely are honoring the grape popsicle.
Suck It!
National Grape Popsicle Day on the WWW -
https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-grape-popsicle-day-may-27/
THEY'RE NOT THERE TO SHOP. THEY'RE NOT THERE TO WORK. THEY'RE JUST THERE. Following the smash success of his first feature, Clerks, Kevin Smith returned with Mallrats. Spawning a raft of characters and in-jokes that Smith would carry throughout his career, the film continued the one-of-a-kind comedic world known as the View Askewniverse. Simultaneously dumped by their girlfriends, comic book obsessive Brodie (Jason Lee) and best friend TS (Jeremy London) plan to ease the pain of their losses by taking take a trip to the local mall. Amongst shoppers, they discover the mall is being used as the venue for a dating show, in which TS's girlfriend Brandi is the star. Hatching a plan to win back their significant others, Brodie and TS enlist the help of professional delinquents Jay and Silent Bob to hijack the gameshow in a bid to win back Brandi. Meanwhile, Brodie carries out his own mission to make good his relationship with Rene (Shannen Doherty), who has attracted the attentions of his nemesis Shannon (Ben Affleck). Featuring a cast including Joey Lauren Adams, Ben Affleck, who would go on to be recurring collaborators in Smith's movies, Mallrats can now be rediscovered in this 4K Ultra-HD Blu-ray edition boasting a beautiful restoration and hours of bonus content.
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| Queen Tina! Michael Shinafelt |
With the passing of Tina Turner another part of my life is gone. Generally celebrity deaths don't hit me hard. But this one did.
She was such a part of my life, well ever since I can remember. She also played a big part in shaping the person I have become. Fortunately I got to see her perform four times. Three of those times were her headlining her own tour, once was opening for Lionel Ritchie (don't ask, long story.)
She was simply put, amazing!!! OK, it's time to muse...
When your butthole hurts but you remember why
FYI I'm here to replace hookers
The sloth says: What the Hell man
Sorry I missed the firs part of the Vanderpump Rules reunion last night or I would comment. Can't wait to see it today!
Joan Collins just celebrated her 90th Birthday!
Demi Moore just joined the cast of American Horror Story: Delicate
Racoon scratching, it's a things
Do not feed hallucinogens to the werewolves, that's all
Woman Crush of the Week - Kesha, she's a survivor and she's back
I'm now at the: I wonder what Ghostface would do part of my morning
Let's jump around in the fountain of youth
Hey Target removing Pride merchandise is not being an ally, the more you know...
No more Law & Order SVU and OC until next season...sigh
I'm so many things, yes, I am
See what those things are here -
Frank Booth
aka
Dennis Hopper
"She wore blue velvet, Bluer than velvet was the night, Softer than satin was the light
From the stars" - Blue Velvet, Bobby Vinton
"Let's F#ck! I'll f#ck anything that moves!" - Frank Booth, Blue Velvet
Spotted this intense image of Dennis Hopper as Frank Booth straight outta the David Lynch classic Blue Velvet the other day and it brought back some, shall we say, interesting memories of seeing it when it first came out. I was in college in the Seattle area in case you were wondering.
I will tell you there had never been anything like it before, it caused a sensation in 1986. It seemed it was a love it/hate sort of proposition in terms of audience reaction. Critics on the other hand overall loved it.
One thing is also certain, you'd never seen anything like Dennis Hoper's portrayal of evil incarnate Frank Booth. He was one of the most disturbing and scary one man freak shows to ever grace the big screen.
Thus today we are going to have a Hump Day & Chill celebration of the late Dennis Hopper and the role he played that was a revelation of modern cinema, I'm going to find out where I can see Blue Velvet online TTFN and Hump Day & Chill Minions!!!
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I know that cats are normally celebrated on Social Media on Saturdays aka Caturday - but I accidentally ran across this on the WWW and I liked so much that today is ZZ Cat Tuesday.
For those who may not know the reference these cool cats are dressed up like the band ZZ Top. Hey, they have the same whiskers as the band members.
Anyway while I know this not much of a post I hope you find the image as entertaining as I do. Fun is a good thing!
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| The Happy Couple Justin Long & Kate Bosworth |
Happy Monday! Guess happened behind your back in the world of entertainment?! Justin Long & Kate Bosworth got married! Yay!
Justin revealed this on the May 9th episode of his podcast Life is Short. Well apparently engagements are shorter, that means they got married a mere month after being engaged. For the record that was April the 4th.
This being stated why wait forever, if it feels right go for it. Life is also beautiful and so are they as a couple.
A great start, to what is bound to be a greater week...!
Kate on IG -
https://www.instagram.com/katebosworth/?hl=en
Justin on IG -
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| Jarvis Anderson |
"Flash Bang," the newest offering from perennial indie pop outfit Iglu & Hartly, has singer/producer Jarvis Anderson take us on a wild ride through a relationship rocked by a bombshell. Told amongst a backdrop of thumping drums, warm and beautiful analog synth lines noodle highly rhythmic verses as the song explodes into visceral and undeniable choruses ("If it's easy, it's too good to be true.”)
At times part Doobie Brothers, 80’s hard rock, and a spattering of signature precision rapping, "Flash Bang" is an eccentric mix of styles and flavors that only Iglu & Hartly can make taste this good.
"Flash Bang" began as a song that Jarvis had originally written for another project with collaborators Brandon Eisenbeis and Dave Orton.
He recalls, "The song always had a place in my mind. I've thought about it often and it felt amazing to revisit it with Iglu & Hartly energy."
Jarvis brought the song to the finish line with Ethan Kaufaman and Will Brierre at The Arcade in Sunland, CA.
Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/5TmQAc3Di1I
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As you've more than likely have heard at this point we are getting Beetlejuice 2 thirty five years after the original.
Honestly I'm feeling ambivalent about the whole enterprise. Is this something we really need and why???
Seriously thirty five years is a long time for a sequel to arrive, it really seems like an experiment more than anything.
Nonetheless here is the first image of Winona Ryder reprising her role as Lydia Deetz straight outta the set.
Beetlejuice 2 drops September 6th 2024.
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Why and where has singer-songwriter David Archuleta been hiding out the first half of 2023? Well, he hasn’t really. After months of show-stopping performances by the likes of Sir Elton John HERE, Tim Mc Graw HERE, Bruno Mars, Shania Twain HERE James Bay HERE, Celine Dion, Ed Sheeran HERE and more as the majestic and colorful Macaw on Fox’s hit tv series, The Masked Singer he no longer has to hide his identity as he was unmasked last night along with singer Bishop Briggs.
Triumphing over vocal powerhouses Pentatonix, Michael Bolton and Sara Evans among others throughout the season, David landed in the finale with stunning vocalist Bishop Briggs who ultimately took home the golden mask trophy.
David says of performing the Eric Carmen/Celine Dion classic “All By Myself”, “All By Myself” is a declaration to me. I’ve spent a lot of time thinking I didn’t deserve love or to be loved. And, I thought I had to learn how to be ok with it. I am done being alone though. I think it’s ok to say even if I am the way I am I don’t want to live by myself anymore. And, it’s ok to allow myself to be loved. And to love. There is no greater thing than that. I feel the pain of the history of feeling undeserving of that. But stepping into life and saying I deserve a chance to experience it.”
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| The Masked Singer |
Performance after performance, David received the highest of praises from judges Ken Jeong, Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg, Robin Thicke and Nicole Scherzinger with Ken reminding David he has the “voice of an angel” and sharing a personal story how when David sang “Imagine” on American Idol in 2008 while Ken and his wife were in the hospital with their newborn babies (who were fighting for their lives) they’d tune into American Idol every week to listen to David sing – Ken further stating - “You are a ray of light to me, my wife and to my kids– thank God for you!” While fellow judge Nicole Scherzinger said, “Thank you for being so bold and showing us your heart.” Robin Thicke also stating David’s performance of Elton John’s “Your Song” was possibly “one of the best in the show’s history” and Jenny literally mesmerized week after week by David’s “empowering and inspiring” performances and vocal range.
On deciding to do The Masked Singer, David said, “I had a lot of anxiety going into the show because I wasn’t sure I could handle an environment of being judged again, especially with millions watching on tv, but being the Macaw made it a lot more fun than having to compete as myself. Becoming the Macaw has been exciting because it’s like I became a new person. It allowed me to show the colors I was too afraid to show and tap deeper emotionally into my performances. I’m now putting Macaw’s flair into my life moving forward. I’m no longer afraid to stand boldly in all my vibrant colors, take bigger risks in my career because if I can do it as Macaw, I know I can do it as me as well. Last night’s finale may have been the last night for Macaw, but he’ll live in me forever.”
To celebrate his newfound confidence (and performing unmasked again), David has announced he will be releasing his brand new single, “Up” on June 2. “This is about hitting what we feel is rock bottom in our lives and like there’s nowhere to go. You feel hopeless. The only thing to do from the bottom is get yourself off the ground and move up. It’s a song about finding the strength you didn’t know you had in you. And replacing any fear and hate with love. Especially self love.” he says. “Up” is available for pre-order now HERE
Earlier this month, David joined forces with CG5 HERE for a dazzling new single & animated music video, "IDONTUNDERSTAND." LISTEN to “IDONTUNDERSTAND” and watch the official music video HERE &
the making of “IDONTUNDERSTAND”HERE
Follow David Here:
https://www.facebook.com/davidarchuleta/
https://www.tiktok.com/@davidarchie?lang=en
https://www.youtube.com/user/theofficialarchuleta
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| 3,2,1 - Naughty Is More Fun! Michael Shinafelt |
Being naughty is fun may sound like a cliche, but truly it isn't. It's a very open ended thing in terms of interpretation. However let me state clearly, some people do confuse "naughty" with "self destruction" they are not, I repeat, not the same thing.
Naughty is a sane participation in something, that isn't bad, but fun for you solo, or for whoever else may be involved in the activity with you. It's a healthy release and one I highly recommend. Try it you'll like it, now for some totally different head!!!
Last night's season finale of Vanderpump Rules really brought it! Now I can't wait for the reunion!!!
Is Clown Sex your greatest pleasure and your darkest shame???
Live so that if your life were turned into a book, Florida would ban it
Cry to your mother
BTW Katie Maloney's Bitchy Ass would make a great name for a band
While were on the subject I don't know why anyone would want to have sex with Tom Sandoval, worm with a mustache is an accurate description (Thank You, James Kennedy)
How about that Five Nights At Freddy's teaser? Looks promising, yes?
Sometimes I wonder: What would Chucky do? (Yes, the killer doll Chucky)
Woman Crush of the Week - Jennifer Lopez who has the number one movie on Netflix The Mother, she slays in it!!!
I'm sorry that you're jaded, or maybe not. I'll decide later
There is no debate, trans rights are human rights
Maybe one more thing? Or many...the more you don't know
Get it! Martha Stewart on the cover of Sports Illustrated at 81!!!
Pick your poison: Latex, Rubber or Nothing at all
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| Helen Mirren |
I'm going to school you Hump Day & Chill style. I present to you the one and only Helen Mirren at this year's Cannes Film Festival.
At 77 years young Helen is her own unique creation. Thus she never goes out of vogue.
Know that how hard you might try to bend it like Ms. Mirren you will never be as cool as she is.
Consider yourself schooled now go Hump Day & Chill...
Helen on the WWW -
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| Gaylien |
Planet Queer is a lovely place where the LGBTQIA community can come express themselves every third Monday of the month.
It's a free and open space and I find the energy from the audience and performers exhilarating!!!
The event is put on by Ian MacKinnon and Travis Wood, it's real and spectacular.
Get yourself some Gaylien Love, I have and I highly recommend it.
Dance Minions like everyone is watching and them some!
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Nothing Tom Sandoval of Vanderpump Rules could say or do at this point should surprise anyone. So it should come as no shock that he told Katie Maloney's Mom, Teri to "Shut The F#ck Up" in a scene that was actually cut from VPR.
Bravo did him a favor by deleting it. He already is a stone cold manipulating sociopath in everyone's eyes and does he really need to look worse??? I thought not. But it's out there that he did it so while we don't get to hear it, we know about it and that really doesn't help his "I'm not drinking" stab at rehabbing his image.
It's also not helping ticket sales for his hobby, I mean band's tour either.
Mic Drop!
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With the recent passing of my Mom, I celebrated Mother's Day by watching The Mother starring Jennifer Lopez on Netflix. Yeah, it wasn't too coincidentally released this past Friday just in time for today.
The Mother was fun, escapist fare, with a great performance by Lopez. It's akin to the old Hollywood star vehicles back in the day.
Happy Mother's Day to all you Moms out there. If your Mom is not with you remember the good times today. Celebrate those memories not the sadness.
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| Atomic Blondes Jayne Mansfield & Marilyn Monroe |
Just Because weekends were made for fun, Just Because glamour used to be a thing and Just Because two Hollywood icons are better than one here is a image for the ages of Marilyn Monroe & Jayne Mansfield.
There is some historical debate as to how close these two actually were, or weren't. Some say they were good friends, while others say they were casual acquaintances i.e. friendly in public, nothing past that.
All that being stated, the one thing that those in the know seem to agree on is they were not rivals. They were cordial and always wished the other well.
One take I read is that Marilyn never felt threatened by Jayne as she felt they were not in competition and there was room for everyone.
Hooray for Hollywood!!!
Marilyn on Wikipedia -
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marilyn_Monroe
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Belinda Carlisle, today releases her brand new five track Kismet EP, featuring the single “Big Big Love,” which marks the pop icon’s first new English language studio recording since 1997 and the triumphant reunion with the incomparable songwriter Diane Warren.
Produced by Mati Gavriel, Kismet, is released on Warren’s label imprint RAF through BMG and in addition to “Big Big Love” features the brand new tracks, “If U Go” (the EP’s focus track), “Deeper Into You,” “I Couldn’t Do That To Me,” and “Sanity”.
Kismet is available now on CD and across all streaming platforms/digital services.
Stream / Purchase / Share Kismet HERE
Currently celebrating more than 35 years as a solo performer with her critically acclaimed Decades tour, the release of “Big Big Love” has received rousing acclaim from fans, media, music industry insiders and tastemakers around the globe.
With a great vocal performance, driving synths and an amazing hook, “Big Big Love” was the number one most played record on the BBC R2 network for three weeks as it launched straight to A-list rotation / Record of the Week status and stayed there for five weeks!
Watch the official “Big Big Love” music video HERE
Watch the “IF U GO” lyric Video HERE
Discussing working with Belinda Carlisle again Diane Warren commented, “I'm so excited for everyone to hear Belinda’s new record. She’s never sounded better. It's so great to be working together again after all these years. From “I Get Weak” and now to “Big Big Love,” a new chapter has begun. I can't wait for everyone to hear these new hits!”
Belinda and Diane first collaborated in 1987 for Belinda’s second solo album Heaven on Earth, which featured the Diane Warren penned songs, “I Get Weak” and “World Without You,” and also the anthemic, “Heaven Is A Place On Earth,” the track that shot to the top of the charts all over the world and established Belinda Carlisle as a global star.
In addition to Belinda’s new solo outings, she has also recently recorded another Diane Warren track – “Gonna Be You” which is featured in the movie 80 For Brady. This song saw Belinda team up with Dolly Parton, Cyndi Lauper, Gloria Estefan and Debbie Harry - a line-up of female icons for the ages.
Discussing working with Diane Warren, Belinda Carlisle commented, “Twenty-seven years on from making my last English language pop record I really wasn’t thinking I would ever make one again…… and I was quite happy with that idea. Then a chance encounter in a coffee shop led me back to the wonderful Diane Warren and she gave me the incredible gift of this song and the other songs on my new EP.”
Carlisle goes on to add, “Diane’s songwriting is both a joy and mystery to me. She makes it look so easy, where I imagine it must be unbelievably hard, to do what she does so amazingly well over so many years and so many records. I can’t thank her enough for writing this music for me and I only hope everyone else loves it as much as I do.”
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