TV Watch: "Revenge" Is Sweeeeet!

After what will forever be known as “The Hour Of My Life I Want Back” also known as the new “Charlie’s Angels” which I merely stated I wanted to see in the last edition of TV Watch (keep in mind I hadn’t seen it at that point).

Well I am pleased to announce that I have found my official replacement for my “True Blood” addiction - a nasty little show called: “Revenge”

Emily Thorne wants it, and grrrrrrrrrrrrrrl is going to get her some, revenge that is!

Really I can not give too many of the twist and turns of the plot away, because it would take a thesis paper to cover them all - but suffice it to say, this show fills my void and will keep me going until my beloved “True Blood” is back next summer.

Emily Van Camp (from “Brothers & Sisters“), plays, well, Emily Thorne and is perfectly cast, she has the kind of poker face and look that does not betray what lies beneath.

Madeline Stowe as her nemesis, Victoria Grayson, plays herself quite well and is one scary beotch!

However my hat goes off to Gabriel Mann as Nolan Ross, no one says smarmy sleaze bag more when the camera hits them than the Mann, Gabriel.

Quite entertaining and well thought out, if you want “Revenge” this one will give you a vicarious thrill until you can get your act together and do it yourself!

Checking In With: Jazz Chanteuse, Sandy Zacky

Sandy Zacky, her natural gift of song caught the attention of jazz man Sam Cooke, he ended up mentoring the chanteuse in the beginning of her long and varied career.

It has been 3 years since the veteran jazz performer has graced her loyal fan base with a Los Angeles club performance or a new album.

After her first disc, a collaboration with her singing partner Mike Clifford titled: “Love Is Everything” was released Ms. Zacky decided to break out with her first solo effort, the popular CD “One Olive Or Two.”

So Sandy what gives? Enquiring minds want to know what you have been up to of late? Let’s find out, shall we….


MS: Hey Sandy with a “Y” not “E” where have you been?

SZ: Hey Michael, I’ve been really busy! How are you?

MS: Good Ms. Z, we have not heard much from you of late other than your communications via your MySpace & Facebook page.

SZ: Those pages are great, I notice the profile hits, I love that people are curious and go to see who and what I am about.

MS: We the people want more music from you !

SZ: I really love singing! I was watching the “The X-Factor” the other night, no one on that show was overwhelming, there were a few really good young girl singers, there were a couple of good singers in their 40’s and a few good guy ones. But there was no one that really blew me away like, Adam Lambert, a singer of that nature. It’s a good show for exposure, but bottom line it is not about picking the best or someone older, it is a youth oriented show and business.

MS: You are doing quite well on the Reverbnation Los Angeles, Jazz Charts, your rank is 417 out of what, something like 800 plus artist, so much for ageism in the jazz world!

SZ: Considering I haven’t been doing anything of late, I am surprised. Right now I am trying to work my way out of this inertia so to speak. Music is what really brings me alive - I adore my family, you know I do, but music does something for me that nothing else can do. Music is about me, only I can produce what comes out of me. It’s a God given talent that I am very grateful for and it is no one else’s responsibility but mine.

MS: Get out there Sandy and let it loose girl !

SZ: Singing is what lights a fire in my belly and I feel if I don’t get out there again soon I am going to lose it.

MS: There is a lot of love & support out there for you.

SZ: Yes, I am grateful for everyone out there who keeps asking me when am I performing again, when am I putting out a new CD - I want to, but something has been holding me back these past 3 years, I have had plenty of opportunities and I need to start taking them. I want to get out there but I have this fear of not being as good as I was before.

MS: Don’t be afraid, that’s silly with a talent like yours.

SZ: Yeah, I know, I just sat here and sang acapella and I sounded pretty good.

MS: I’m sure it was better than that!

SZ: Thank you sweetie.

MS: You’ve covered a lot of cool songs, which song haven’t you covered that you would like to?

SZ: Wow! Yes, I covered a lot of great songs, but I would like to try covering a couple of Adele songs. Several people have told me I should cover her, she is terrific and I would like to get more contemporary.

MS: She has such a great voice.

SZ: I adore her, I have both her CD’s, what an amazing singer.

MS: Well Sandy with a “Y” it’s time, you are ready to get out there and wow us some more with your God given talent!

SZ: You have my word, I am planning on it!

Check in with Sandy often, because she is busy! At:
　
http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Sandy-Zacky-Fan-Page/142692019103428
　
http://www.myspace.com/sandyzackymikeclifford
　
　

Gossip: "Hung" Star Thomas Jane Admits: I Was A Gay Hooker

While watching "Hung" with my friends, I kept telling them: Thomas Jane was a gay hooker in real life!

They all looked at me like I was lying or telling a tall tale, really?!

Mr. Jane came out with what I knew was the truth, I give him props for doing so....

Congrats to you Mr. Hung, now you own it - check out the link below.

http://omg.yahoo.com/news/hung-star-thomas-jane-i-was-a-homeless-gay-hooker/73573

For Immediate Release: Graham Colton Hits The Road

Graham Colton Strips Down, Drives Green on His Go Natural US Fall Tour

Pacific Coast Eyes Vol. 2

OKLAHOMA CITY (September 29, 2011) — Singer-songwriter Graham Colton will celebrate the release of Pacific Coast Eyes Vol. 2 on October 18, 2011 by launching the Go Natural tour, a two-month jaunt across the Southeastern United States that will feature stripped down live performances, more intimate fan interaction and a powerful environmental message. Instead of crossing the country in a tour van burning dirty diesel fuel, Colton will embark in a vehicle that runs on compressed natural gas (CNG).
CNG produces up to 90 percent fewer particle emissions than conventional fuels including gasoline, and is considered one of the cleanest fuels on the planet. It also costs about 50 percent less than the price of gasoline and is nearly one-third the price of diesel.

“Driving a CNG vehicle gives me an opportunity to do my part in limiting my eco-footprint, as well as raise awareness about American dependence on foreign resources and oil. By educating people along the tour, I hope to show my fans just how detrimental our reliance on foreign oil is, and how making the switch to compressed natural gas can not only help us end that reliance, but also make a powerful, positive impact in the battle to curb carbon emissions.”


Go Natural Tour Dates:

October
20 Baton Rouge, LA Red Star
22 Tampa, FL TBA
24 New Orleans, LA House of Blues(Parish Room)
25 Houston, TX The Mucky Duck
27 Ft. Worth, TX Lolas

November
1 Athens, GA New Earth Music Hall
2 Atlanta, GA Vinyl
4 Jackson, MS Hal and Mals
5 Birmingham, AL Workplay Theater
6 Nashville, TN 12^th & Porter
7 Chattanooga, TN Rhythm & Brews
11 Charlotte, NC Evening Muse

December
8 Westchester, PA The Note
9 Vienna, VA Jammin’ Java
10 Easton, MD Night Cat
12 Wilmington, DE World Café Live at Queen
15 Chicago, IL Lincoln Hall
16 Ann Arbor, MI The Arc

http://www.grahamcolton.com/

Video: "Trying To Leave Now" Aiden Leslie

He’s back! The guy with the killer falsetto Aiden Leslie has just released his much anticipated follow up to his debut “Worlds’ Away” an ominously titled single called “Trying To Leave Now.”

So Mr. Leslie share some thoughts with us on your latest…"I wrote "Trying to Leave Now" about a person in my life I have always had deep feelings for, but was afraid to express."

Extrapolate please.

"When it comes to love, things are not black and white," care to explain some more Aiden? "If love isn’t working, it’s important to be honest with yourself and to find the courage to say what you feel to the other person, and understand that sometimes, leaving is the only option."

All that being said “Trying To Leave Now” is on the fast track to become another hit for this musical man. Check it out!

Get yourself more Aiden at: http://www.aidenleslie.com/

Also read the interview I did with him at: http://www.chorusandverse.com/

For Immediate Release: Midnight Red

LOS ANGELES, CA – As the massive popularity of such acts as The Jackson 5, New Kids on the Block, Boyz II Men, *NSYNC, and Backstreet Boys has shown, people can’t resist the simple pleasure of five talented, upbeat guys singing and dancing in unison. Enter Midnight Red, a new group of exciting young performers from across the country who are carrying on that legacy by bringing stellar harmonies and electrifying dance moves to the pop landscape. The group hit the road in July as the opening act for the sold-out New Kids on the Block/Backstreet Boys co-headlining tour and released their digital EP. The EP features Midnight Red’s debut single, “One Club At A Time,” plus two remixes, and a cover of NKOTB’s “Step By Step” produced by acclaimed hitmaker RedOne (JLo, U2, Lady Gaga, Pitbull). In addition, “One Club At A Time” was selected as one of three National Dance Day Songs in conjunction with So You Think You Can Dance’s National Dance Day, which took place across the country this Summer.

Midnight Red are currently working on new material for their full length CD scheduled to be released in 2012 and will be out in the clubs during the month of October with a string of headline shows including a month-long residency at Hard Rock Hollywood every Saturday night.
Track listing for Midnight Red’s EP is: 1. One Club At A Time 2. Kat Krazy Remix 3. Purple Crush Remix 4. Step by Step

Tour dates listed below.
OCTOBER
01 Los Angeles, CA – CherryPop Night Club Performance
08 Los Angeles, CA – Pinktober Residency at HardRock Café Hollywood & Highland
15 Los Angeles, CA – Pinktober Residency at HardRock Café Hollywood & Highland
22 Los Angeles, CA – Pinktober Residency at HardRock Café Hollywood & Highland
29 Los Angeles, CA – Pinktober Residency at HardRock Café Hollywood & Highland

http://www.midnightred.com/

TV Watch: "Charlie's Angels"

Now that my very favorite show on TV, "True Blood" has come to an end for another year (yes, waiting does suck!) what is a pseudo TV fan to do...?

Well here is a show that I grew up with, "Charlie's Angels." It is no secret that it is getting a re-boot as a TV series (for the sophomore time).

After two great, tongue in cheek movies starring two of my favorites,  Drew Barrymore (Executive Producer of the films and the TV show) & one of the best comedic actresses around Cameron Diaz, I have, I don't want to say high hopes, but expectations to be entertained with a new twist (like the movies) on an old, but loved series.

I remember as a kid watching the Angels jiggle their way through many adventures, my favorite Angel of all time was of course Farrah Fawcett. Her hair was almost like a supporting character in the series, it was pure camp heaven!

Who knows what to expect from the 3rd incarnation of this classic, that being stated I will be watching tonight to see how it plays out....how about you?