Reminder and Pay it Forward

Hi, everyone.... just a reminder that this blog has moved. For all the latest posts, please check the wordpress blog here. See y'all there for the pay it forward blogfest (tomorrow) and a guest post!

Head's Up

For various reasons, I have decided that after several years on Blogger that it would be best to head over to WordPress. I hope that you will all join me over there and enjoy! I've got a bunch of stuff coming...

Wordpress will be where I post the pay it forward blogfest.... head on over to meet some great bloggers on October 14. I also have a really special interview coming soon I'm very excited about. Can't spill any details yet but it's gonna be cool :)

Besides that, there will be more blogfest posts, the 30 Day Song Challenge and much more! I also am very excited to annouce that Call of Poseidon is now available as a print book on Amazon.com. I hope y'all will check it out. It is also available for free on smashwords this week. Just use the coupon code TM36W. I guess that's about it for this post. Take care and see ya soon!

Alexz Johnson Look At Those Eyes Video Release (And Free Download Link)

Look At Those Eyes is now online... check it out and comment back with your thoughts! Also be sure to check this page for info about a free download of the song and how it will help to stop bullying. I personally love this video and think it fits the spirit of the song well. It's also very fitting considering the cause that the song is going to help.

Monster Fest 2011

I'm really excited to get to participate in another blog fest. This one is called Monster Fest and is headed by Sommer Leigh. There are not many rules for it, but she offers some things to inspire if you need them. I decided to focus on a specific monster from one of my favorite series, Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

Sherrie Austin Through the Grapevine

Just got this last night and thought you all might be interested. Also, be sure to check the contest page for an e-book giveaway thanks to CP Bialois. Also, check back in a little bit for a blog fest post.

 

Country Music's Sherrié Austin

A "Circus Girl" Walking A Tightrope of Controversy

Nashville, TN (Oct. 5, 2011) Country Music's "Saucy Aussie" Sherrié Austin has had a VERY busy summer! After seven years away from the recording world, she has just completed work on her new release CIRCUS GIRL, a self written, self produced and self financed project that has placed her back up on the high wire of the entertainment industry.

After penning tunes for such country music heavy weights as George Strait, Tim McGraw and most recently a hilarious duet by CMA Male Artist of the Year Blake Shelton and Trace Adkins called "If I Was A Woman", she has decided to dust off the trapeze and get back on the other side of the microphone. Featuring 13 tracks, the diminutive brunette has filled her new music project with stories of strength, humor, irony and more than a touch of sass for the post modern woman.

With a return to her recording career also comes a surprise return to television for the former actress. Austin has just finished shooting a docu-series for Sundance Channel called "Girls Who Like Boys Who Like Boys" which could potentially shake up the traditionally conservative country music town of Nashville. The critically acclaimed show, now in its second season, celebrates and explores the relationships between straight women and their gay best friend and features Austin and her close friend and collaborator Shane Stevens; writer of the Lady Antebellum #1 hit song "American Honey". "This series definitely pushes some boundaries" says Austin with a grin, "and we just might loosen up the buckle of the Bible belt before we're done".

The show premiers November 18^th on Sundance Channel, coinciding with the release of CIRCUS GIRL on her own Circus Girl Records November 15th. "It feels great to be singing, writing and being on camera again, doing all the things I love to do. I'm also enjoying the freedom of the new indie business model that has allowed me to take control of my career again. The music business has changed a lot in the last few years, but so have I. I guess what doesn't kill ya' makes ya' stronger. I know I was born to do this and I feel like I'm just getting started".

Kelly Clarkson Turns the Tables ("What Doesn't Kill You" Review!)

It's no secret that Kelly Clarkson doesn't like people leaking her music. This time, she has decided to turn the tables and leak a track herself! She posted a link to a new song from Stronger with a message saying she wanted fans to hear the real thing. The track is called "What Doesn't Kill You (Stronger)".

Farewell to The Simpsons?

If you haven’t heard, yesterday it was announced that The Simpsons is in danger of cancellation after over two decades on the air. The reason? Money issues. FOX says that the show can’t keep going under the current financial model and wants the actors to take a big pay cut. The actors are reportedly open to a smaller cut, but want a share of the profits in return. Check out the full story on yahoo.

Levi Lowrey Tour Through the Grapevine

Got this info and wanted to pass it along to everyone who is a fan of Levi. There is also an embed link to the song "No Dreaming Kind".

LEVI LOWREY ANNOUNCES NATIONAL TOUR IN SUPPORT OF DEBUT ALBUM, I CONFESS I WAS A FOOL

"In addition to pouring a melting pot's-worth of musical influences into his songwriting, he's an unusually colorful lyricist as well; presenting affecting and genuine stories in each of his songs... a fine debut which should mark him as a rising artist to watch." ~ Yahoo! Our Country "This is pop-country as it should be and Levi Lowrey is no sell-out. Quality songwriting about regret and redemption, from a man unfettered by, but still steeped in tradition." ~ Pop Matters "Succeeds with a satisfying balance of rugged, honest material and stirring delivery that stays just this side of too smooth." ~ Stomp and Stammer "His style is a mix of the elements he is inspired by, lyrical genius and old southern eloquence. Playing fiddle since he was young, you can hear bits of bluegrass and country in his music tinged with stinging morsels of soul." ~ Country Music Pride

Desperate Housewives, The Final Season- Ep 2

So, we are two episodes into the final season of Desperate Housewives and I'm here to fill you in on the action in case you missed any of it! As usualy, I'm gonna go house by house...

Weird Al's Alpocalypse Tour

Weird Al has a new album out and a concert special to go with it! His Alpocalypse tour special is a fun journey through some of Al's hits as well as new material. The show opens with one of his trademark Polka medleys featuring some really fun choices. Poker Face (Lady Gaga), So What (Pink) and Need You Now (Lady Antebellum) were among the songs that got the Polka treatment. As amusing as Al's polka medleys are, he really shines when he's doing spoofs.

Del McCoury "Old Memories" Through the Grapevine

Got this info and wanted to share it with everyone.....

THE DEL McCOURY BAND RELEASES OLD MEMORIES Legendary band records 16 tracks in tribute to Bill Monroe, "The Father of Bluegrass Music" Vinyl + Digital Download also available.

Video Musings- Thoughts on Lady A, Ringer and CP Bialois' Call of Poseidon

I promised a new video blog and here it is :) Enjoy and don't forget to comment back with your own thoughts on these topics! :)

Desperate Housewives Premiere

Still working on getting a video blog done in between blogging and helping with a book release, so look out for it soon. In the meantime, it's been a busy day here. I'm helping my husband CP Bialois with the release of his book, Call of Poseidon. Should be up on Smashwords tomorrow and available tomorrow or shortly there after as a print version on Amazon. More info to come tomorrow. In the meantime... let's talk Housewives! I'll go ahead and give you the scoop on everyone family by (SPOILERS ahead)

30 Day Song Challenge Hits the Road

Today's topic for the 30 Day song Challenge asks "What's your favorite driving song?" This is an easy one. I chose SheDaisy's " I'm Taking the Wheel". It's a perfect song for heading out on a road trip. They're vocals are always great and the song is full of energy that will keep you going through a long drive. Enjoy! And don't forget to comment back with your own favorite....

Music Review: LeAnn Rimes, Lady and Gentlemen

LeAnn Rimes released her 13th album today, titled Lady and Gentlemen. It's a covers record with a little bit of a twist: almost every song on the record was originally done by a man. LeAnn covered them with a female point of view. The only exceptions are a new version of her debut single "Blue" and two brand new songs.

Kelly Clarkson Mr. Know it All Video Released

Well, it's out! Kelly Clarkson has released her new music video for the single, "Mr. Know it All":




So what's the verdict? Comment below and let's talk about it....

Superheroes of Science Blogfest

Hello again! I'm gonna get to Desperate Housewives' premiere soon, but today I'm really excited to be particpating in my first blog fest! The blogfest is being hosted by ClaudieA and I hope y'all will take the time to check out the other great blogs that are participating in this. It will be going on until the 30th. For anyone who hasn't seen this, all the bloggers participating were given several prompts they could use to write their post. Here is the one I chose:

Who is the most memorable scientist character to you? What's so special about him?

LeAnn Rimes and Jason Sturgeon Through the Grapevine

Looking for some new music to listen to? I got this in my inbox and thought you'd be interested to check it out.... Speaking of new music, be sure to check LeAnn Rimes' official website. She's going to be having a 48-hour listening party for Lady and Gentlemen up in a couple of days you can sign up for via e-mail. She's also hosting some cool contests as well.

Two and a Half Men and 90210: When Backstage Drama Makes it Onscreen

Now to be fair, I am going to preface this with a little disclaimer: I have not watched Two and a Half Men and only know what I read in multiple news articles that I couldn't help but check out after seeing the headlines. Here is one of those articles.

REM is no more....

It's the end of an era for a lot of fans out there. REM has announced that they are disbanding after 30 years of making music together. I guess it's both surprising news and not surprising. You figure they survived this long together they'd pretty much keep going til they literally can't anymore. Still, after several decades you can easily see them deciding they've done all they can do and going their seperate ways. I was more of a casual myself (actually Losing My Religion and Stand drove me nuts back when they first came out and later grew on me) but here is one I always liked:




So what about you? Were you a big fan or a casual one? What was your favorite song and what do you think about the end of the band? Comment back and let's talk about it...