David Bowie to release live 2-cd set January 26, 2010

"Cactus" by David Bowie


Sitting here wishing on a cement floor
Just wishing that I had just something you wore
So bloody your hands on a cactus tree
Wipe it on your dress and send it to me

Yeah, I know. It's ghoulish. But there's something about those lyrics (written by Black Francis of the Pixies) that I find, well...romantic. I've been on a bit of a David Bowie bender of late. Watching The Hunger and his Storytellers on VH1 has brought back some great memories of seeing Mr. Bowie twice in concert.

I tell ya what...at 60 years of age, I still find him incredibly attractive. The way he moves, sounds and looks...come ON.  I think maybe he really is a vampire. (I wish!)

via ONTD, Bowie's "A Reality Tour" was

"Recorded in Dublin, live versions span his entire career to-date, from "The Man Who Sold the World" (1971), "Changes" (1972), "Ziggy Stardust" (1972), "All the Young Dudes" (1972), "Rebel Rebel" (1974), "Fame" (1975)," "Heroes" (1977), "Ashes To Ashes" (1980), "Under Pressure" (1981), "I’m Afraid Of Americans" (1997), up through 10 songs from Heathen (2002) and Reality (2003) albums.

The lion’s share of songs that Bowie performed on A REALITY TOUR (and chose for release) were drawn from his two most recent albums at the time, 2002’s Heathen ( "Cactus" [written by Black Francis of the Pixies], "Sunday," "Slip Away," "Afraid," and "Heathen [The Rays]"), and 2003’s REALITY ("New Killer Star," "Reality," "The Loneliest Guy," "Never Get Old," and "Bring Me the Disco King," "Fall Dog Bombs The Moon").

In addition to Bowie, musicians on A REALITY TOUR include Gerry Leonard (band leader/guitar/vocals), Sterling Campbell (drums/vocals), Earl Slick (guitar), Gail Ann Dorsey (bass guitar/vocals), Catherine Russell (keyboards/vocals/percussion/guitar), and Mike Garson (keyboards). "

Speaking of Gail Ann Dorsey...I saw her perform with Bowie. Her vocal prowess on Under Pressure was breathtaking. (She sang Freddie Mercury's parts.) I love her look, her bald head and her voice is spectacular.

My favorite David Bowie album is Young Americans, and Fascination (written by Bowie and Luther Vandross) is, I think, my favorite song. That entire album hasn't aged one day since it was released in 1974.

Check this video out, from the old Dick Cavett Show. If you'll notice, the late, great Luther Vandross is singing backup. Awesome find, if I do say so.

 



I'm certainly taking the stroll down memory lane lately. Oh well...Bowie. Is. TIMELESS.

Mariah Carey actually looks GOOD!

Mimoo? Is that really you?
Mrs. and Mrs. Nick Cannon in BevHills

Sadly, I'm not usually very complimentary toward Mrs. Cannon. I've seen many a drag queen who looks so much better than Mariah normally does. But check her out! I feel likes it's 1991 again. Girl, you need to always wear your hair natural, and cut down on the slap. Wow!!

I'm totally coveting that dress, too. Mariah is working. It. OUT.

I'm in the mood for some "Emotions"...where's my old-ass, scratched-up cd?

Britney's in on it, right?

Britney Spears - MTV Shows

Check out Russell Brand's Michael Jackson tattoo! Pretty sweet.

God, PLEASE let this year's VMA's be better than last year--please? Oh, and there's a rumor going around that the Queen of Pop will perform her new single "Celebration" at next month's Video Music Awards in New York City.

Those set to perform during the show, which takes place Sept. 13 at Radio City Music Hall, include Jay-Z, Lady Gaga, Pink, Taylor Swift, Green Day and Muse.

I suppose I'll watch, if not just to ogle Russell with my darling Annette (who's half a world away).

Paula Abdul is set to host VH1 Divas Live!

"I'm hoshting the Divash, Bitchesh!"

First things first. The line-up for the 2009 VH1's Divas Live is well, questionable at best. The latest edition of the franchise will include performances by Adele, Kelly Clarkson, Miley Cyrus, Leona Lewis, and Jordin Sparks, and VH1 says additional performers and presenters will be added in coming weeks.

Children, back in my day, the VH1 Divas Live was something special. We were given Cher, Mariah, Celine and Aretha. WORK IT, DIVAS! Nothing against Jordin Sparks, but a diva she is not. These young women have not come close to what it takes to be called a Diva.

If Whitney wants a real comeback, why doesn't she get her clavicle and wig up on that Diva stage where we want her??

WE WANT WHITNEY!

Oh, this was supposed to be about Paula Lushdrool hosting the Divas. Does this mean she thinks she's one, too? I actually think she might be a Diva. All she's missing is some talent.

Britney Can Count to TEN, Ya'll! Backwards!

I know ya'll wanted to see Britney doing David Letterman's Top Ten List from last night, so here ya go.

I know. Not that funny. I wonder how many takes it took her to say "fiscal"?

Robert Downey, Jr. to play the sexy vampire, Lestat?

Yes, please.
(Offering my neck...)

It's being whispered that Robert Downey, Jr. will sign on to play Anne Rice's beloved character, Lestat. We have seen Lestat portrayed by Tom Scientolo-Cruisey in "Interview With the Vampire" and by Stuart (aka Charlize Theron's girlfriend)Townsend, in "Queen of the Damned". I like both of these films, but I didn't really feel the charisma with Townsend. I can't believe I'm saying this, but I enjoyed Tom Cruise's performance in "Interview".

So now--Robert Downey, Jr. as Lestat? HELL YEAH. He would be fantastic. I love vampire stories...with the big, fat exception of that goddamned "Twilight" crap. It's time for GROWN UP vampires again, yes?

Bloody-Disgusting is reporting that the ever-charming Iron Man himself, Robert Downey Jr., is in “close talks” to play the vampire Lestat in a “restart” of The Vampire Chronicles, a series of novels by author Anne Rice first written in the ’70s. It (mostly) tells the tale of a French nobleman, Lestat de Lioncourt, who gets turned into a vampire in the 18th century.

Again. Yes, please.

Oh, Kathy Griffin! And Other Teen Choice Awards Crap.

The perfect couple:
Kathy Griffin and Levi Johnston
at the Teen Choice Awards

I love Kathy Griffin...I've loved her before all of her plastic surgery and newly-sculpted body. Funny is FUNNY, ya'll.

So here's our girl, with her Big 'n Stupid date, Levi (I-Hate-My-Baby-Mama's-Mama) Johnston at the Teen Choice Awards, which air tonight on FOX. When asked about their "relationship", here's what the couple had to say:

“Long-distance relationships are not easy, especially when he’s in his igloo and I’m in my Hollywood tower.”

When asked what it was like to be Kathy’s date, Levi said “I just, you know, look at her, shut up and do what I’m told.”

Here are a few more pictures of some people I really could not care less about who also attended The Teen Choice Awards:

Sourpuss #1
Rob Pattinson from "Twilight"

Sourpuss #2
Kristin Stewart, from Twilight.
Both of them make me sick.

Kim (I'm-REALLY-JLo-Just-Look-at-My-Big-Ass-Lopez) Kardashian
Blonde??

OhforpitySAKE. HER again.
Nice wifebeater, black bra and heels.

GAAH! Kat von D, from "L.A. Ink"
Just who I would like my TEEN to emulate!

Another plastic surgery enthusiast: Fergie

...and of course, Britney, ya'll!

Wow. It's really saying something when Brit-Brit isn't the sluttiest one on the "green" carpet at an event.

Now I need to go rustle up a hot dish (or casserole, depending on where you live) for the Church Social tonight at 5:30 in the p.m. It's gonna be wild. I may even wear my open-toed shoes!

Britney's Gonna Be Jewish, Ya'll!!

Did Brit leave all of her bras back home?

Jesus Christ. Brit-Brit may be converting to Judaism for her boyfriend/agent Jason (TRAINWRECK) Trawick, according to The Sun:

The singer

has been spotted wearing a necklace with the Star of David symbol on during her world tour.

She has even recruited a rabbi to help her study the faith.

A source said: "Britney wants to try the religion Jason was brought up with."

I'm pretty sure she just likes the sparkly star thingy on her necklace.

Britney Spears Has a New Video. Yaaawwn.

radar from windowwaves on Vimeo.

Oh good Lord. Check this crap out, ya'll, and feel free to watch it the way I did: squinting, with the sound on mute.

I wanna see a show of hands that believe for one second Britney could ever mingle with the fancy Horsey Club folks. Remember that picture I posted of her wearing the white pumps and black nylons? This is what came of that hot trailer trash mess.

Poor Brit. She just doesn't get it.

Britney's Got a New Man!

"We're doin' it, ya'll!"

I don't know if I'm still flustered by the photos of Johnny Depp that I just posted, but I read this dude's last name as TRAINWRECK. For reals. Anyway, People Magazine is reporting:

"Confirming Internet rumors, a source tells PEOPLE that Spears, 27, is romantically involved with her agent, Jason Trawick. "They are totally and definitely dating," the source says. "Her dad loves him. He's the best thing that happened to her."

"They're very sweet together," the source says, adding that Spears "always had a crush" on Trawick, who is also one of her brother Bryan's best friends. "He makes Britney really happy, and he's great with the boys."

Good for Britney, I guess. But seriously. Look at Jason's last name real fast. See what I'm talkin' about?

Today's Blind Item..J U I C Y

"This young couple went through a high-profile breakup. While both moved on to other relatia'llonships, she had always thought they would eventually reconcile and raise a family together. That fantasy has just been shattered. He just told her that he is getting engaged to someone else. While she is privately devastated, we're curious to see how she handles it in public. Hope she doesn't do anything drastic." [BlindGossip]

Ya'll really need to pay attention to the wording on these Blind Items...I know of a popstar whose life is a complete Circus who has fragrances with the names "Fantasy" and "Curious"...not sure why "relatia'llonships" (retaliation?) is spelled as such, but I'm sure there it's another clue. C'mon...this one's easy!

Britney's New "Candies" Ad - Wow.

Wait. That's Britney??

So that's where my taffy puller ran off to! Suddenly, Brit's gone from looking like a fire hydrant to looking like a long, lean stripper pole. Awesome.

Britney's New Video, "If You Seek Amy". .Oh Brother.

Eff You See Kay Me

There sure was a lot of hype about this video...yawwwwnnnn. I think we're supposed to be shocked at the difference between the first time we heard Britney sing "Oh Baybuh Baybuh" and how she utters the words now. Whatever.

Oh, and when does something that low-cut just be considered topless? Oh, Britney.

Oh Britney. Your, um..yeah. It's hangin' out, ya'll.

I knew ya'll would be lookin' fer this, so here it is...and it's called a "Reader's Choice"...

____ You're welcome!

____ I'm sorry.

Check one.

The Reviews are IN...Britney in New Orleans!

YAY?

"...you say I'm crazy--I got your crazy."

The Sun has the first review of Britney's comeback in New Orleans tonight...

"BRITNEY SPEARS returned to touring duty for the first time in five years with an X-rated, bondage-heavy show. The star blew the lid off the New Orleans Arena with her adult-only antics. Male dancers sported kinky, leather outfits and masks while the Louisiana native wore some of the most revealing outfits of her career, including sheer body-suits, which left very little to the imagination.

In fact, she made support act the PUSSYCAT DOLLS look like a group of nuns. KYLIE MINOGUE's tour director produced the show, which was split into four acts. Taking her cue from some of MADONNA's more risque antics, it was pure raunch from the outset, which saw the star sporting a sexy circus mistress's uniform. Dancers tumbled from the ceiling sporting S&M masks.

During Piece Of Me the songbird, sporting a shiny PVC outfit, found herself imprisoned in a cage which was dragged around the stage. A spot of pole-dancing from the Louisiana native preceeded a segment which saw her subject to a number of magicians' tricks like being sawn in half.

Controversial track If U Seek Amy saw her bashing her dancers over the head with a pink hammer.


A Bollywood-themed section followed with the singer in traditional Indian clothing.


Shock rocker MARILYN MANSON's cover version of The Eurythmics' Sweet Dreams soundtracked a particularly eye-popping video which was aired during a segue. It featured Britney draping herself over various mask-sporting men in an orgy-style scenario. Hmmmm...Madonna's "Sex" book much? I guess the similarities have been established. I know. Beating a dead horse. Next.

But it was the penultimate Freakshow segment that was the most extraordinary of the evening, with track Slave 4 U proving the most eye-popping. Britney sporting a shiny metallic body-suit while flames erupted around the stage was just mind-boggling.

The young, parent-friendly Britney has well and truly left the building.
Welcome then, 2009's adult, X-rated older sister."

Good for Brit. But when she comes to Seattle, I won't be going. HEY. I saw her back in 1999 for the "Baby One More Time" tour with Alex and Hunter before Britney had to start workin' the pole.

Heh. I just outed my boys.

Tickets for Britney's Smoking Tour Not Selling Out, Ya'll.

Britney Spears, rehearsing for

comeback tour in New Orleans this past weekend.

It's being reported that Britney's "Circus" tour ain't sellin' out like it should be, ya'll. What? Ya'll don't wanna fork out $750 - $10,000 per ticket? (Okay, some venues have crappy seats starting at $90.) Oh Britney. Maybe Daddy Jamie shoulda waited a year for you to get all better and the ecomony to NOT be in the toilet? Hmmm....paying the electric bill, buy diapers, food, gas, rent...or see Brit-Brit lip-synch and move her arms around?

Oh, and Britney? I bet if you cut back on the Marlbs, you might just have better vocals. Well, okay. Your stamina would be improved.

Nicole Brings Harlow to Fashion Week in NYC

Nicole and Harlow bonding over clothes already...

How ELSE is a toddler gonna find out that it's certainly acceptable to wear a light blue saggy hat with a faux fur-print winter coat??

Harlow and her mom, Nicole Richie always look so casually put-together. Does it take longer to achieve that look?

Oh, girls. You're just so stinkin' cute.

Brad and Angelina in Berlin...Hmmm.

Angie, in a suit made by "Matronly" with

Brad and his unnecessary scarf.
The one thing I love about Angie's look:
The dramatic, single-earring.

"It has been a hit around the world, and earlier this evening (January 19) “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” hit Berlin, Germany with a star-studded premiere.
Star Brad Pitt was looking dapper at the swanky event, sporting a dark suit with a wool scarf, while his lady Angelina Jolie mixed things up with a white pants suit and a funky half-up hairdo."

And honestly. How do we feel about his hairdo? I saw it and thought she must be wearing this style for a film about an aging Texas oil-magnant's widow. Turns out, she did this for reals at the Berlin premiere of ...Benjamin Button. Yikes.

Britney's New House is Too Big

"Check out my big, fancy house, ya'll!"
Brit's new 10,000 sq. foot home

This is where Brit will smoke her ciggies.
"It LOOKS like it's outside, ya'll!"

Everyone should have a garage with a car elevator.

"The over-the-top House Of Dreams features every conceivable luxury.
The custom designed estate features more than 10,000 square feet of living space for Britney to relax.

The gardens will give her young sons more than an acre to run around in as they play in the rose garden and swim in the glass mosaic pool.

All the interiors are built from the finest limestone, marble, walnut hardwood parquet and plank flooring, imported European stone mosaics and limestone fireplaces.

Guests can stay in a private retreat before joining the star in the large soundproof cinema fitted out with the finest technology.
Elevators with stone mosaic flooring and millwork link the living areas to the guest suite - which includes a living room, kitchen, bedroom and large walk in steam shower."

Britney has her sons for a couple days during the week and every other weekend, or something like that. I'm certainly not saying she should live in some West Hollywood duplex, but jeez...10,000 square feet, Britney? Seriously?

Well, maybe she can sneak some big boys in to play with once in awhile when Daddy Jamie isn't lookin'.

I Play Favorites Sometimes...Nicole Richie Is One!

Nicole Richie is cute, cute, CUTE!

I'll admit it, on occasion, I play favorites. My sons are convinced that I do it with them--that I'm always irritated with one of them at any given time, and the one left over is my favorite. It's a shame they know me that well. I just think it shows that BOTH of them are my favorite.

Anyway. Nicole Richie is a favorite of mine. Whether it's the Richie-Madden Children's Foundation or simply the fact that she has really turned her life around, as opposed to some raggedy chick she used to hang out with who still goes to clubs every night like she just turned 21. Bleh.

While providing direct assistance to those in need, its broader mission is to raise awareness of systemic issues such as health care, education and human rights as they impact disadvantaged children in the U.S. and worldwide....The Richie-Madden Children's Foundation

Love me some Nicole Richie. The end.