Saturday, 7 June 2008
Don't You Forget About Simple Minds
The original members of Simple Minds [ tickets ] are set to enter a recording studio in June for what they are calling a "nice experiment," according to a press release. It will be the first time in 27 years that Brian McGee, Derek Forbes, Mick McNeil, Jim Kerr and Charlie Burchill have worked together.The band plans to spend one week in the studio, hoping to produce at least two new tracks that could be released later in the year. Kerr and Burchill are viewing the reformation--which falls within their 30 year anniversary--as one of many "let's see what happens" ideas that they look forward to working on over the course of the next year. The last time the original band members worked together was on 1981's "Sons and Fascination/Sister Feelings Call" album.The Scottish band, which became popular in the US when their song "Don't You (Forget About Me)" was featured in the hit 1985 movie "The Breakfast Club," also has a short string of UK dates at the end of the year, including a Nov. 29 show at London's Wembley Arena.
Depp, Farrell and Law to complete Ledger film
Heath Ledger's last film will go ahead with Johnny Depp, Colin Farrell and Jude Law as the late actor's replacements, director Terry Gilliam confirmed yesterday.
Ledger was working on fantasy adventure 'The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus' when he died of an accidental overdose in January.
Gilliam said in a statement: "I am grateful to Johnny, Colin and Jude for coming on board and to everyone else who has made it possible for us to finish the film.
"I am delighted that Heath's brilliant performance can be shared with the world. We are looking forward to finishing the movie and, through the film, with a modicum of humility, being able to touch people's hearts and souls as Heath was able to do."
It had been suggested that Ledger's role would be completed using CGI (computer generated imagery) special effects, as happened when Oliver Reed died during the making of 'Gladiator'.
But the film's producers said: "Since the format of the story allows for the preservation of his entire performance, at no point will Heath's work be modified or altered through the use of digital technology. Each of the parts played by Johnny, Colin and Jude is representative of the many aspects of the character that Heath was playing."
The project is going ahead with the blessing and support of Ledger's family, the producers added.
Filming has resumed in Vancouver, Canada, and the movie is likely to be released early next year.
Ledger was found dead in his New York apartment on 22 January after taking an accidental overdose of prescription drugs.
Three days earlier he had filmed scenes for 'The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus' in London.
He left a two-year-old daughter, Matilda, by former partner Michelle Williams.
Ledger was working on fantasy adventure 'The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus' when he died of an accidental overdose in January.
Gilliam said in a statement: "I am grateful to Johnny, Colin and Jude for coming on board and to everyone else who has made it possible for us to finish the film.
"I am delighted that Heath's brilliant performance can be shared with the world. We are looking forward to finishing the movie and, through the film, with a modicum of humility, being able to touch people's hearts and souls as Heath was able to do."
It had been suggested that Ledger's role would be completed using CGI (computer generated imagery) special effects, as happened when Oliver Reed died during the making of 'Gladiator'.
But the film's producers said: "Since the format of the story allows for the preservation of his entire performance, at no point will Heath's work be modified or altered through the use of digital technology. Each of the parts played by Johnny, Colin and Jude is representative of the many aspects of the character that Heath was playing."
The project is going ahead with the blessing and support of Ledger's family, the producers added.
Filming has resumed in Vancouver, Canada, and the movie is likely to be released early next year.
Ledger was found dead in his New York apartment on 22 January after taking an accidental overdose of prescription drugs.
Three days earlier he had filmed scenes for 'The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus' in London.
He left a two-year-old daughter, Matilda, by former partner Michelle Williams.
‘Lost’: Was That the Psychic?
Courtesy of Lost-Forum.com
On last night's Lost finale, after Locke left the Orchid and met up with Richard Alpert and the Others, did you happen to notice this guy? We certainly didn't — our television is only nineteen inches! But an eagle-eyed, HDTV-owning Lost Forum user did, and he points out that it looks a lot like Richard Malkin, the psychic Claire visited in season one — the guy who told her she had to raise Aaron herself and then gave her a ticket for Flight 815. What an interesting, not-unforeseen plot twist!
On last night's Lost finale, after Locke left the Orchid and met up with Richard Alpert and the Others, did you happen to notice this guy? We certainly didn't — our television is only nineteen inches! But an eagle-eyed, HDTV-owning Lost Forum user did, and he points out that it looks a lot like Richard Malkin, the psychic Claire visited in season one — the guy who told her she had to raise Aaron herself and then gave her a ticket for Flight 815. What an interesting, not-unforeseen plot twist!
Sex And The City - The Things They Say 8433
"I don't think there will be another SEX AND THE CITY, I don't think there can be. There have been so many shows recently that have tried to imitate it, and they haven't pulled it off. It has a lot to do with timing." KIM CATTRALL insists no other TV programme will be able to replicate the original.
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THE LAST SHADOW PUPPETS will make their live debut at the Carling Weekender
over the August Bank Holiday.
Frontmen ALEX TURNER of the ARCTIC MONKEYS and MILES KANE
of THE RASCALS have yet to confirm any further shows, so these gigs
will be the first chance fans can hear tracks from their album The Age Of
Understatement live.
The band will play the NME/Radio 1 Stage as co-headliners, prior to previously
announced band THE CRIBS.
After last year’s packed tents for THE ENEMY and THE PIGEON
DETECTIVES expect a similar battle to the barrier on August 22 at Leeds
and August 24 at Reading.
over the August Bank Holiday.
Frontmen ALEX TURNER of the ARCTIC MONKEYS and MILES KANE
of THE RASCALS have yet to confirm any further shows, so these gigs
will be the first chance fans can hear tracks from their album The Age Of
Understatement live.
The band will play the NME/Radio 1 Stage as co-headliners, prior to previously
announced band THE CRIBS.
After last year’s packed tents for THE ENEMY and THE PIGEON
DETECTIVES expect a similar battle to the barrier on August 22 at Leeds
and August 24 at Reading.
Grendel
Artist: Grendel
Genre(s):
Electronic
Discography:
Harsh Generation
Year: 2007
Tracks: 20
Prescription - Medicine (CD2)
Year: 2004
Tracks: 6
Prescription - Medicine (CD1)
Year: 2004
Tracks: 10
Fiddy: C-C-C Call Me!
Fiddy's ex Shaniqua Tompkins is ranting again saying the rapper hasn't called to check in on his 10-year-old son since a fire practically destroyed the house where they live, according to the NY Daily News.Fiddy's baby mama lashed out at reporters who were at the scene of the alleged crime when she returned to pick up some belongings that survived the blaze. She had a message for Mr. Curtis Jackson: be a good daddy and call your son.
Police found a 5-gallon gas container on the property shortly after the fire erupted. Earlier in the week, Shaniqua's new bf (who recently moved into the house of ashes) got into a beef with 50 Cent's bodyguards at a lawyers office. The rapper denies any involvement in the fire and is not a suspect. The fire remains under investigation.
Claymates Stand by their Man
The rest of the world may still be pulling themselves up off the floor after hearing Clay Aiken is going to be a baby daddy, but his loyal friends are gay with excitement. Music producer David Foster confirmed that his sister is carrying Clay's mini-me and is due this August. On claymanian.com, fans were overjoyed. One fan wrote, "Congratulations! That is going to be one handsome and talented baby." While another loyal fanatic said, "I think the child would be so lucky to have them as parents. ... This is their business and we should not be judging Clay or Jaymes." (via People).
Anything is possible in the land of make believe.
Pete: Don't Mess with my Baby Mama
Pete admits that he lied when asked a few months ago if Ashlee was knocked up, but said he didn't know what to say because he is a boy. After clearing up the obvious, Pete justified his sin. He said they "wanted to wait until after the first trimester and get a clean bill of health from our doctors before confirming anything, just like any other couple." If only Ashlee and Pete were a normal couple. Pete said his first instinct was to protect and defend his growing baby and is sorry if anyone felt "misinformed." (via Perez)
Party Favors: Prince William Going to Sea ...Manny Ramirez Joins Exclusive Club
William may be royal, but he's not spoiled. Instead of staying home and playing the Wii with his Granny, William is heading out to sea for a 2-month deployment with the British Navy, leaving behind girlfriend Kate Middleton, according to Us. William will assist with hurricane relief and counter-narcotics patrol. ...Boston Red Sox left fielder Manny Ramirez joined 23 other players in the 500-home run club yesterday. Manny said, "Not everybody has the chance to go and get to 500. I'm just proud to do it."
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