Kris Allen and Adam Lambert on The Today Show

Adam Lambert on Regis and Kelly

North Korea

So this nut-job is back at it. Come on Mr. Obama, show you have a pair and nuke him!

This Required A Tetanus Shot????

So, I was injured on the job yesterday. And I had to get a shot in my arm because of this?? Please, the shot hurt a hell of a lot worse than the cut. Most of the time I just sit on my ass, and nothing happens to me. But yesterday, I decided to do something and look what happens? So from now on, no work for me. It's not worth the risk. But it does look kinda cool I guess. I just have to wonder, well this mess up any future palm readings? I mean, isn't that the life line that I cut?

Oak Ridge Boys tackle White Stripes on new album

By JOHN GEROME – 3 hours ago

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The melody is dark, ominous and unmistakable to any rock fan: "Seven Nation Army" by the White Stripes. But this isn't Jack and Meg White. It's the Oak Ridge Boys. The vocal quartet best known for their country and gospel songs get edgy on their new CD, "The Boys Are Back." Besides the White Stripes, the Oaks cover John Lee Hooker ("Boom, Boom") and Neil Young ("Beautiful Bluebird").

"If there's something I could compare this to it would be what Johnny Cash did in the later part of his career," bass Richard Sterban said recently of Cash's recordings with rock/rap producer Rick Rubin. "I think the approach we used was very similar to that."

The quartet isn't totally going rock. The album has plenty of gospel and country songs, too, including tunes penned by Jamey Johnson and Shooter Jennings. Jennings, the son of the late Waylon Jennings and a country rocker in his own right, initiated the project. He invited them to sing with him on his 2007 album "The Wolf," introduced them to his producer, David Cobb, and asked them to perform at one of his shows.

"The place was jam packed with kids, much younger than we normally draw at this stage of our career," Sterban recalled. "We did 'Elvira' (their 1981 hit) and the kids knew every word. They were signing 'Oom papa mow mow' along with me.'" Pretty soon the group was heading into the studio with Cobb, who had them improvising, experimenting with different sounds and covering songs they never would have thought of.

"He challenged us," Sterban said. "At this stage of our career, we figured why not? We have nothing to lose." The move isn't completely out of step for the Oak Ridge Boys, which also include Duane Allen, Joe Bonsall and William Lee Golden. They began as a gospel group, crossed over to country and pop and recorded with artists as diverse as Ray Charles, Paul Simon, Johnny Cash and Brenda Lee.

Still, with songs like "Seven Nation Army," they're catching fans off guard at their shows.
"A lot of times they'll sit there with their mouths open. They can't believe we're doing this," Sterban said. And that's a good thing, Sterban said, because it shows the Oaks can still surprise — including themselves. "When I did 'Boom, Boom,' it was probably the most fun I'd ever had recording," Sterban said. "I'm a pretty straight-laced guy. But I was improvising and adding licks and having a bunch of fun."

Was it Fixed?

It's being reported that the Idol votes may have been exaggerated for winner Kris Allen. Apparently AT&T representatives went to "viewing parties" with demo phones, and showed fans in Arkansas how to "power text" for Allen. The power texts would in effect be 10 votes for every text vote sent. Idol has released a statement saying the in no way was the voting affected by these "viewing parties." Whatever happened, the margin was reportedly so large that it wouldn't have helped Adam Lambert anyhow.

So American Idol is Over For Another Year...

And, surprise of surprises, Kris Allen beat Adam Lambert (the guy who should have won) for the American Idol trophy. But, in thinking about it, maybe the runner-up is actually the winner. After all the don't have to record that God-Awful song that the winner is forced to sing. They're not contractually obligated to the American Idol franchise so they're free to do what they want. So why did Kris, who is an unbelievably talented singer in his own right, beat Adam Lambert considered by basically everyone to be a no brainer for the win? The obvious answer is, he got more votes. But I have a lot of theories, and I'll post them when I feel better. Right now, I feel like crap. So, in the interim, congratulations Kris and good luck Adam! I think we'll be hearing a lot from both of you!

Betty White is Freakin Awesome

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Ryan Reynolds, Betty White, & Sandra Bullock Behind the Scenes of "The Proposal."

And speaking of Adam Lambert...

He's the cover story on Entertainment Weekly this week. The issue is on newsstands now.

Who's it Gonna Be??

In case you live on some other planet, the American Idol Results Show Finale is tonight. And, to state again, Adam Lambert and Kris Allen are the final two, as I said would happen for 3 months. For me, it's a win-win situation; I like them both and will be satisfied with either one of them as winner. But, I guess I'm kinda pulling a little bit for Adam. Watch the show tonight at 8pm on Fox!

Tomorrow is the Day!!!

The Oak Ridge Boys new CD 'The Boys Are Back" comes out tomorrow. Everyone go and buy it!!!!!!

Stop Smoking Tips

Avoid doing things you associate with smoking, such as drinking, eating, walking, and being awake.

Get thrown in jail, where cigarettes can only be acquired in exchange for painful sexual favors.

Lobby your elected representatives to pass a $6,913 sales tax on packs of cigarettes.

Write a rap song about how smoking is not cool. Perform it at local elementary schools.

Move to California, where tobacco possession is illegal.

Avoid thinking about the rich, full flavor of Benson & Hedges.

Fill your home with motivational placards bearing such slogans as, "Smoking Is For Pussies" and "Only A Fucking Retard Would Even Think About Smoking."

Kissing a smoker is like licking an ashtray. If a loved one quits smoking, keep an ashtray around as a handy substitute.

Attractive people smoke because it makes them look cool. Acknowledge that you are neither attractive nor cool.

Cover yourself in egg whites. No one knows why this works.

Join a stop-smoking support group. Be sure it's one that meets on a different night than your other six support groups.

Hypnotism has helped many people quit, but you risk becoming the hypnotist's slave. It's your choice: quitting smoking or freedom.

Teach yourself a valuable lesson by slowly dying of lung cancer.

Link: The Onion

Loretta Lynn thrills a near-sellout Saenger crowd

What becomes a legend most? Simple: Demonstrating to an adoring crowd that which made you a legend in the first place. That's what country music legend Loretta Lynn did Friday night, as she thrilled a near-capacity crowd at the Saenger Theatre with more than four decades of classic songs.... Read the full review of the show here.

Good Luck Carol!

My boss retired today; happy for her, sad for me. Good luck Carol, you're gonna be missed around here!

My Sentiments Exactly

National Tax on Booze and Smokes

The Oak Ridge Boys Get Into Military Formation

Another GREAT review for "Seven Nation Army" by the OAKS! Read it

As I've been saying for 3 months.....

Adam Lambert and Kris Allen are the Final 2 on

American Idol. Why does anyone ever doubt me? I'll be fine with either one of them winning but I still say Adam is going to to take it all. The Finale is next week, can't wait!!!

Update: Look at the suprise on Kris' face when he heard he was in the finale. I don't know why he's suprised, I've been saying he was gonna be there for months now! God, it's great being right all the time!

Another Great Review of Seven Nation Army

..."Seven Nation Army," a remake of the White Stripes song written by Jack White, that crowd should certainly pay attention to the Oaks. Because if this song is an indication in what to expect from the vocal quartet and their upcoming album "The Boys Are Back," then their album is going to be one of the biggest surprises of 2009... Click the logo below for the full review!

American Idol: Final Three

Tonight the Final Three will take the stage on American Idol, singing two songs each. They will perform a song of their own choosing and, one that the judges pick for them. I think it's Danny's time to go back to wherever he's from. I'm still calling an Adam and Kris final with Adam taking the trophy.

Billboard review of Seven Nation Army by The Oak Ridge Boys

The Oak Ridge Boys swap their classic country-gospel for a little "Get Behind Me Satan" with this White Stripes cover fully directed at a new, and probably bloggy, audience...

Read the rest of the review here. Way to go OAKS!

THE BOYS ARE BACK!!!

The Oak Ridge Boys opening number "The Boys Are Back" from the upcoming same-titled album, due out May 19th.

Udpates

OK, I know I've been a little slacking in the blogging department as of late. Too much going on in my life to go into, and actually, I don't want everyone on the Internet to be able to read it anyhow! But, I digress so, on to the updates.

The Weekend

I went home this weekend for Mama's Day. I have the best Mama in the world to, a little unconventional but, still she does more for me than any mother would ever probably do for a son like me (I'm not the best one sometimes) but she still puts up with me! That's my Mama and my niece Jalyn on the right.

Speaking of Jalyn, she's my 5 year old niece and she's a hoot, crazy about the Jonas Brothers. I'm still supposed to be getting her tickets for their concert (oops). But she's my baby and just about the sweetest little girl you would ever wanna meet. And I'm not one big biased either.

My Mom has 4 sisters and they lost their mother, my Nanny, about a year and half ago, they still haven't got over it. So, on Mother's Day Sunday, we all got together and and went to Nanny's grave. She still can't get rid of her family even in death. That's Nanny with Jalyn when she was barely 2 months old. And this is Nanny with all "her girls" at christmas one year.

Liz is on the far left, Jenny, Gail, Doris, Mom (Sue), and Nanny.

So that was my wild and crazy weekend. And it's one of the best weekends I've had in a long time.

OK You Guys HAVE To Watch This!!!

A Classic from THE OAKS!!!

Allison Goes Home

17-year-old Allison Iraheta, the youngest remaining contestant and the only female left in the race, was left out. Iraheta got the lowest number of votes which bought her a plane ticket home last night. It should have been Danny "karaoke hokey" Gokey but alas, we get to watch him scream again next week. So, your Top 3 is Adam Lambert, Kris Allen, and Danny Gokey. I'm still callin a Final with Adam Lambert (and have been since they picked the Top 13).

American Idol: Rock Night

So they rocked on American Idol last night, well some of them did. Adam, of course was PHENOMENAL again but, as for the rest; they were just mediocre. I'm making my predictions. It's either Allison or Danny going home tonight. I hope it's Danny, I'm sick of him. I like Allison and I'll be PISSED OFF if it's Kris. I'm still calling a Adam and Kris final. We shall see tonight.

In cast you still haven't listened to it...

Here is The Oak Ridge Boys' cover of Seven Nation Army. It's generating all kinds of buzz!

DOLLY!!!

Watch Dolly Parton sing her new single, Backwoods Barbie, on David Letterman! Gotta love DOLLY!!

Friday Night...

and what should I do? I'm debating on a party, I'm debating on sitting here listening to Classic Request Live on 100.7 The Coyote. It's an AWESOME show, you should tune it in. You can do it here. Just click listen live and we'll listen together! So, I'm gonna listen to the show and, I think I've decided to go party it up after all. See you all on the downbeat, happy weekend!