Hannah Montana Goes on Tour-Dates Announced!

According to sources such as Billboard.biz and businesswire.com, Miley Cyrus as Hannah Montana has announced her tour dates for this fall 2007! Fans may be seeing double when they attend the "Best of Both Worlds" tour. The 14-year-old singer/actress will perform songs from her two hit albums, "Hannah Montana" and "Hannah Montana 2: Meet Miley Cyrus." The release of the latter album in June sold over 900,000 copies and debuted at number 1 on the Billboard 200 charts, topping former American Idol star Kelly Clarkson and "My December."

The tour will hit 54 cities starting Oct. 18. 2007 in St. Louis and wraps up Jan. 9, 2008 in Albany, N.Y. Tickets go on sale to the public on Aug. 18 and range in price from $26-$66. A dollar from every ticket sale will be donated to the medical research and treatment center City of Hope. Hannah Montana tickets can be purchased here! Hannah Montana tickets will sell fast, so get your tickets today!

According to the site, the concert will open with Hollywood labelmates the Jonas Brothers, followed by Hannah Montana herself and closing with songs from "Meet Miley Cyrus." You want tickets? You got them! Get your Hannah Montana concert tickets here!
Don't miss out on seeing the "best of both worlds" with superstar Hannah Montana!

DAY		DATE		CITY		VENUE		TICKET SALE DATE
THU		18-Oct		St. Louis, MO		Scottrade Center		Sat, Aug 18 10am
SAT		20-Oct		Moline, IL		I wireless Center		Sat, Aug 18 10am
SUN		21-Oct		Minneapolis, MN		Target Center		Sat, Sept 8 Noon
TUE		23-Oct		Omaha, NE		Qwest Center		Sat, Aug 18 10am
THU		25-Oct		Denver, CO		Pepsi Center		Sat, Aug 18 10am
SAT		27-Oct		Salt Lake City, UT		Energy Solutions Arena		Sat, Aug 18 10am
MON		29-Oct		Seattle, WA		Key Arena		Sat, Aug 18 10am
TUE		30-Oct		Portland, OR		Rose Garden		Sat, Aug 18 10am
THU		1-Nov		Oakland, CA		Oracle Arena		Sat, Aug 18 10am
SAT		3-Nov		Anaheim, CA		Honda Center		Sun, Aug 26 Noon
SUN		4-Nov		San Jose, CA		HP Pavilion at San Jose		Sat, Aug 18 10am
MON		5-Nov		Fresno, CA		SaveMart Center		Sat, Aug 18 10am
WED		7-Nov		Los Angeles, CA		Staples Center		Sun, Aug 26 Noon
THU		8-Nov		San Diego, CA		San Diego Sports Arena		Sat, Aug 25 10am
FRI		9-Nov		Glendale, AZ		jobing.com Arena		Sat, Aug 25 Noon
SUN		11-Nov		Houston, TX		Toyota Center		Sat, Sept 15 10am
MON		12-Nov		San Antonio, TX		AT&T Center		Sat, Sept 15 Noon
WED		14-Nov		Ft. Worth, TX		Ft. Worth Convention Center		Sat, Sept 15 10am
THU		15-Nov		Bossier City, LA		CenturyTel Center		Sat, Sept 15 10am
FRI		16-Nov		TBD
MON		19-Nov		Tampa, FL		St. Pete Times Forum		Sat, Sept 15 10am
TUE		20-Nov		Sunrise, FL		BankAtlantic Center		Sat, Sept 15 10am
FRI		23-Nov		Nashville, TN		Sommet Center		Sat, Aug 25 10am
SAT		24-Nov		Knoxville, TN		Thompson-Boling Arena		Sat, Aug 25 9am
SUN		25-Nov		Greensboro, NC		Greensboro Coliseum		Sat, Sept 15 10am
TUE		27-Nov		Charlotte, NC		Charlotte Bobcats Arena		Sat, Sept 15 Noon
WED		28-Nov		Duluth, GA		Arena at the Gwinnett Center		Sat, Sept 15 10am
THU		29-Nov		Memphis, TN		FedExForum		Sat, Sept 15 10am
SAT		1-Dec		N. Little Rock, AR		ALLTEL Arena		Sat, Sept 15 10am
SUN		2-Dec		Oklahoma City, OK		Ford Center		Sat, Aug 25 10am
MON		3-Dec		Kansas City, MO		Sprint Center		Sat, Sept 15 10am
WED		5-Dec		Auburn Hills, MI		Palace at Auburn Hills		Sat, Sept 29 10am
THU		6-Dec		Grand Rapids, MI		Van Andel Arena		Sat, Sept 29 10am
SAT		8-Dec		Rosemont, IL		Allstate Arena		Sat, Sept 15 10am
SUN		9-Dec		Indianapolis, IN		Conseco Fieldhouse		Sat, Sept 15 10am
TUE		11-Dec		Columbus, OH		Nationwide Arena		Sat, Sept 15 10am
WED		12-Dec		Lexington,KY		Rupp Arena		Sat, Sept 15 10am
THU		13-Dec		Cincinnati, OH		US Bank Arena		Sat, Sept 15 10am
SAT		15-Dec		Toronto, ON		Air Canada Centre		Sat, Sept 29 10am
SUN		16-Dec		Rochester, NY		BlueCross Arena		Sat, Sept 29 10am
MON		17-Dec		Philadelphia, PA		Wachovia Center		Sat, Sept 29 10am
WED		19-Dec		Hartford, CT		Hartford Civic Center		Sat, Sept 29 10am
THU		20-Dec		Providence, RI		Dunkin Donuts Center		Sat, Sept 29 10am
FRI		21-Dec		Worcester, MA		DCU Center		Sat, Sept 29 10am
SAT		22-Dec		Worcester, MA		DCU Center		Sat, Sept 29 10am
THU		27-Dec		Long Island, NY		Nassau Coliseum		Sat, Sept 29 10am
FRI		28-Dec		Long Island, NY		Nassau Coliseum		Sat, Sept 29 10am
SAT		29-Dec		Newark, NJ		Prudential Center		Sat, Sept 29 10am
SUN		30-Dec		Newark, NJ		Prudential Center		Sat, Sept 29 10am
THU		3-Jan		Cleveland, OH		Quickens Loan Arena		Sat, Sept 29 10am
FRI		4-Jan		Pittsburgh, PA		Mellon Arena		Sat, Sept 29 10am
SAT		5-Jan		Atlantic City, NJ		Boardwalk Hall		Sat, Sept 29 10am
MON		7-Jan		Washington DC		Verizon Center		Sat, Sept 29 10am
TUE		8-Jan		Baltimore, MD		1st Mariner Arena		Sat, Sept 29 10am
WED		9-Jan		Albany, NY		Times Union Center		Sat, Sept 29 10am

Chicago Bears Family Fun Night!

The Chicago Bears took the field last night with a vengeance at the 2007 Chicago Bears Family Fun Night! After not being back to Soldier Field since last year, seven months ago, when they won the NFC Conference game, arriving back last night brought back warm memories and feelings to the players and the fans. The night featured music, drinks, food, activities, a practice and scrimmage, as well as fireworks for the avid fans. The Bears sold out the event tickets, capping sales at a total of 40,000! The Bears' Marching Band gathered on the field to welcome back each of the players. Standing ovations and overwhelming applause was given to starters Brian Urlacher, Rex Grossman, Lance Briggs and Devin Hester. Runner-ups included Muhsin Muhammad, Peanut Tillman and Coach Lovie Smith. Fans were able to enjoy a two-hour practice and scrimmage. Moments such as Devin Hester returning a kick or Robbie Gould nailing a 50-yarder captured the crowd's attention, where they erupted into applause.
According to Devin Hester at ChicagoBears.com, "It's a great feeling. We couldn't do it without our fans. They come out each and every day and support us. The fans are the ones that motivate us the most." And as it should be. The fans are as Lovie Smith said: the 4th Phase. Without the fans, the team is lacking an integral part of the team.
The night ended with several interviews with Lovie Smith, Devin Hester and Bernard Berrian. Capping off the event was a spectacular fireworks show.
The Chicago Bears kick continue to practice at Olivet Nazarene University until the start of the season. To be up-to-date on the daily practices, check out the Training Camp blog at ChicagoBears.com/2007TrainingCamp_official.asp. The first preseason game begins this Saturday, August 11 at 7 p.m. The Bears will go up against the Houston Texans in Houston. For further dates, check out the Bears schedule at ChicagoBears.com/team/schedule.html. Download the schedule to your Outlook calendar for quick access to the team game dates or print off a pocket size one! Check out the pictures from the 2007 Bears Family Fun Night! Then check out special highlights from the Bears' run to the Super Bowl in my July 25 post!

Gwen Stefani Abides By Malaysian Rules

In recent news, Gwen Stefani has agree to abide by Malaysian rules and refrain from wearing any revealing clothes at her upcoming concert on August 21 at Putra Indoor Stadium in hopes to not offend any members of the country. A conservative Muslim student group protested against Stefani's "saucy attire and bombshell image," according to Eonline.com.
According to a mobile cell phone company's general manager of media, Rozalita Abdul Rahman, "All foreign artistes [sic] need to undersatnd our culture and at hte same time, as for Malaysians, we also need to have an open mind on such matters."
The article also stated that according the the country's code of cultural ethics, "a female artist must be covered from the top of her chest to her knees; no jumping, shouting, hugging or kissing onstage; no clothing depicting offensive messages or images (such as drugs, sex, etc.); and no throwing things at the audience." In the past, a music promotor was fined for allowing the Pussycat Dolls onstage with explicit material deemed to be too "racy."

Gwen Stefani concert tickets are here! Hurry! Get your Gwen Stefani tickets today! Tickets here!

Arnold "The Terminator" Schwarzenegger Turns 60!

In honor of my study abroad trip to Austria, I want to wish Austrian Arnold Schwarzenegger a very Happy Birthday!
Happy Belated Birthday to the Terminator himself! Arnold Schwarzenegger, actor and Governor of California, turned the big 6-0 last week! In his honor, hometown Vienna, Austria, threw a party for him complete with homemade Austrine cuisine such as strudels, schnitzels and a gift -- the original street number from the house where he was born, Thal 145. According to an article at www.mercurynews.com, officials proclaimed the day to be " A Day for Arnold." His birthplace is technically a southern village in Thal Bei Graz. The party featured a brass band, a priest and 59 people. In an interview with a local Vienna newspaper, Schwarzeneggr said he had one simple birthday wish -- a wish from a Governor's perspective: that the United States (his now adopted country) would recover its international prestige.
He was quoted in an interview in Sacramento saying "My wish is that this great country once again gets the reputation it once had around the world."

For the full story, head over to the link at http://www.mercurynews.com/celebrities/ci_6502810


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http://abackstageproduction.blogspot.com (Movies, TV, actors/actresses and more!)
http://tuningin2music.blogspot.com (Self explanatory, isn't it?)
http://muzicspotlight.blogspot.com (Features a select band or artist! Request your own!)

One Tree Hill: Season Five Coming Soon!

Good news! One Tree Hill is DEFINITELY coming back to the CW this upcoming Dec/Jan with an all new Season Five! After four successful seasons of the drama filled television series, it has been confirmed by Sophia Bush and The CW that One Tree Hill (OTH) WILL return this winter. Mark Schwahn, OTH creator, has planned for this season to go a bit differently than the rest. After the close knit group of high schoolers said their goodbyes at the River Court last season, Season Five plans to pick up after four years of the clan being separated. The season is supposely packed with details of everyone's time away: Peyton in LA, Lucas as a big brother and college, Nathan as a father and his basketball career, Haley as a mother, Brooke and her clothing line, Rachael, Mouth and more! Will Dan still be in jail? Where is Deb now? How is Karen and Lily? Whitey as a college coach? Find out soon in One Tree Hill: Season Five!!!!!

Here's a link to a sneak peak at Season Five as told by Chad Michael Murray! (website is in French, but the video is in English!)
http://montecarlo2007.blogs.allocine.fr/montecarlo2007-106490-chad_michael_murray__linterview_.htm


Can't wait until Season Five? Get your OTH fixes by purchasing Season 1-3 at your local Wal-Mart, Target or through iTunes now! Parts of Season 4 are apparently also on iTunes as well and will be fully released on DVD this coming fall/early winter! Also available are the amazing tunes from the show featuring Bethany Joy Lenz on "When The Stars Go Blue" and "Halo," as well as the ever popular hit theme song "I Don't Want To Be" by Gavin DeGraw!

Other recommended sites!
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http://abackstageproduction.blogspot.com
http://itonlytakesaspark.blogspot.com
http://muzicspotlight.blogspot.com

Chicago Bears 2007 Updates!

1) Charles "Peanut" Tillman was recently signed to a six-year contract extension with the Chicago Bears. This event solidifies the cornerback in the already dominate defense of the team and will keep him until 2013. Tillman picked off five interceptions last season for a career total of 14 thus far. According to ChicagoBears.com, "I'm glad to remain in Chicago," Tillman said. "I like playing for coach [Lovie] Smith. I like my teammates. I love the organization and I like the city, so it feels good."

Duing the summer, three other players, Olin Kreutz, Hunter Hillenmeyer and Nathan Vasher, agreed to long-term contracts as well.

2) Unlike Peanut Tillman, linebacker Lance Briggs has stood his ground pertaining to contract terms. As of July 25, 2007, Briggs has made significant, positive progress toward an agreement to play for the Chicago Bears. According to espn.com, "there were strong indications the two sides were coming close to an agreement that would end a messy contract dispute and land Briggs in training camp on time." The Bears also offered to remove the franchise tag if Briggs agreed to a specific contract. Personally, I believe Briggs is pulling another Benson: holding out for more money. Bottom line, Briggs wants the same amount of money that star player lineback Brian Urlacher receives. Now, if Briggs wants the recognition and fame like Urlacher than he is going to have to PROVE himself. No team will give him tons of money just for looking pretty. Last season, he played well and was the player of the game in many instances, but nothing will come his way until he deserves it. Play for the money you earn. If he doesn't like it, the Bears should simply kick him to the curb.

**The reigning NFC Champions Chicago Bears are currently at training camp in Bourbonnais, IL for the upcoming 2007 football season. Get your Chicago Bears tickets today!

We may not have won the Super Bowl, but at least we were in it -- this season is our year to shine! Here are some quality highlights of the Chicago Bears you may want to check out! [AUGUST 11, 2007: End of off-season, beginning of preseason!!!]

Hester Returns Kickoff in Super Bowl XLI


Hester/Bears Highlights


Chicago Bears 2006 Highlights

Drew Carey -- Come On Down!

It's official-- Drew Carey come on down! You're the new host on "The Price is Right!" Drew Carey is officially the winner for "The Price Is Right" new host search! Last night, Carey announced on "The Late Show with David Letterman" that it is "a done deal." By accepting this job, Carey now has very, very large shoes to fill. Bob Barker formally retired last month from hosting the famous game show that filled everyone's living rooms for 35 years. The announcement last night also put an end to the possibility that "The View's" ex-talk show host, Rosie O'Donnell would be a possible candidate for the game show host. According to ABCNews.com, a friend of Carey's told him that "As long as Bob Barker is cool with it, the fans will be cool with it." Barker apparently heard these remarks and said "I'm cool with it." But will fans be cool with it? Carey may be a familiar face on television, but the possibiilty of the show remainining a success is still up in the air. If Carey goes out there and trys to be Bob Barker, it won't happen. Fans will not take to the comedian's funny antics and imitations because he just won't be able to live up the Bob Barker's name nor his legacy. In turn, if Carey goes out there and puts on his own creative spin and doesn't seek to be somebody he's not, then it may be just the show it has always been: Everyone's favorite game show.

What do you think?

Harry Potter Sells over 11 Million Copies in First 24 Hours!

My previous post last Thursday afternoon stated that the final book in the tremendously popular Harry Potter series was due for release in 36 hours. Now that every fan has had a chance to get their hands a copy, as well as crack upon the coveted book (if not finish it!) the final total has been tailed!

According to many online sources, such as BBC News, the final total of "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" sold is approximately 11 million copies!!!!!! And that's only in the first 24 hours!!!!!! The U.S. accounts for 8.3 million, while the U.K. accounts for the other 2.7 million. What was the previous record set? Of course, it's Harry Potter's sixth adventure, which apparently sold 9 million in its first day.

Congratulations to J.K. Rowling for this unbelievable series she has given us, as well as for her incredible success!

For those who haven't collected the series yet, I'll be one of the many people to get the box set in a collector's item box perfect for storing your Harry Potter books!! Check them out at Amazon and Wal-mart! (Not available until 9/18/07).


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http://tuningin2music.blogspot.com
http://itonlytakesaspark.blogspot.com
http://muzicspotlight.blogspot.com
http://abackstageproduction.blogspot.com

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Released in 36 Hours!

Harry Potter fans are chomping at the bit in anticipation for the seventh and final book, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, ofthe hit series, Harry Potter. With approximately 36 hours to go, avid fans are doing everything in their will power to prepare for the book release. Many are turning to pre-signs ups, online ordering or even camp outs just to be one of the firsts to get their hands on the book! FANS BEWARE! You have been cautioned! Be careful about where you go on the Internet now and in the next few weeks to come: several sites seek to capture your attention for Harry Potter affiliated material but in essence, end up revealing spoilers. All around the word, this Saturday will be a day of nonstop reading. True Harry Potter fans will tell you that the moment you purchase the book, you don't stop reading until the very last page has been turned. Tension rises as the days inch closer to the book release, which will tell readers whether Harry or arch-enemy and evil Voldemort will live or die. Let me know how this weekend goes: come back here and share your experience purchasing the book and how you liked it! Just don't give away the ending! :)

Colbie Caillat's "Coco" Due Out Tomorrow!

Colbie Caillat's debut album Coco is on sale tomorrow! Don't miss out swaying and singing to favories like "Bubbly" (a fovorite of every fan's!), "The Little Things," "Feelings Show" and "Realize." Also, check her out on tour with the Goo Goo Dolls! Get your Goo Goo Dolls tickets here!

The 22-year-old had an amazing start to her success! Check her out in one of my Spotlight of the Day features!

http://tuningin2music.blogspot.com/2007/07/spotlight-of-day-colbie-caillat.html

Esmee Denters -- YouTube Star!

Unless you've been living underneath a rock or just not a YouTube fanatic, you wouldn't have heard about YouTube's next biggest star! Esmee Denters, an 18-year-old from the Netherlands, recently signed a record deal with Justin Timberlake's record company, Tennman. Now she can currently be seen on tour with Justin Timberlake himself! (Get your Justin Timberlake tickets here!)

How did it all begin?? During the summer of 2006, Denters auditioned for the Dutch "Popstars-The Rivals" television show and found herself rejected. Still believing in her voice and innate talent, Denters found YouTube and broadcasted herself across the Internet with over 40 clips of herself singing different artists' songs. Not too much later, Denters found herself with a large support group of fans and over 20,000 subscribers on YouTube. The young girl has been featured on several talk shows to discuss her instant claim to fame, as well as to perform. Most performances and shows can be found on the YouTube website. Definitely keep your eyes peeled for this next superstar!

Get your tickets here!

Clay Aiken's Dispute in the Friendly Skies

As many may have heard already, Clay Aiken was involved in a minor dispute last Saturday while on a flight to Tulsa. Apparently, Aiken's foot disrupted the female passenger in front of him. According to ETonline.com, Aiken stated "While sleeping on a plane over the weekend, my foot evidently found a home on the arm rest of the passenger seated directly in front of me. I didn't realize I was causing the woman any distress until she woke me up with a quick hit to the chest." (Personally, was that really necessary?? A shove to the foot would have sufficed or even simply calling over the flight attendant. Where are people's manners??)

The small argument led to the FBI being called in to investigate. While appearing on Enterntainment Tonight, Aiken said there are more important issues to be concerned about in the world than his foot and that while he had everyone's attention, to check out a website to help poor, underpriviledged children. (You have to admit, it was a smart move by him. Even if the foot accident was just that, an accident, what better way to get people's attention than stupid gossip like this and then giving them something to think about. Good job Clay! Way to turn something odd into something positive!) Upon further interview, Aiken said he is fine and sees no more foot wandering in the future. :)

While I have you here, make sure to check out the talented Clay Aiken as he tours!
Grab your Clay Aiken tickets here!

Also, if you don't believe me that he is awesome in concert, check out this AMAZING performance by him at the 2006 American Idol finale!

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http://tuningin2music.blogspot.com
http://muzicspotlight.blogspot.com
http://abackstageproduction.blogspot.com
http://itonlytakesaspark.blogspot.com

Hannah Montana Movie In the Works!

Hannah Montana anounced earlier this week that the Hannah Montana movie is in the works! The young 14-year-old star said this is a new challenge for her father, Billy Ray Cyrus, who has based his career mainly around country music. Not only will he co-star alongside Miley, but he is set to produce the film as well. Make sure to get your fill of Hannah Montana before the movie by seeing her on tour when tickets are available! According to buddytv.com, a possible storyline could include the family revisiting the Cryrus' (and Stewart's) real home back in Nashville, Tennessee. Stay tuned for more updates on Hannah Montana and Hannah Montana concerts!

Then check out these recommended sites!

http://itonlytakesaspark.blogspot.com
http://muzicspotlight.blogspot.com
http://abackstageproduction.blogspot.com

Chicago Bears' Tank Johnson Cut From Team

The Chicago Bears have decided to part ways with Tank Johnson. This morning he was cut from the team following another recent off-field incident. This past Friday in Arizona, Johnson was pulled over for speeding and then cited for "being impaired to the slightest degree." This past March, he served 120 days in jail for violating probation from a gun charge in 2005. Now, Johnson was already suspended for the first eight games of this upcoming regular season and possibly reduced to six if particular conditions were, but after this situation, it seemed unlikely. Thus, Johnson was cut.

Personally, I am not exactly a happy camper right now. First of all, after being released from jail for good behavior, Johnson stated that he was wrong and his experience in jail made him want to change. Second, he was a big backbone to our growing team and the eight (potentially six) game suspension was already going to hurt us. Why would he even RISK it??? To my dismay, it looks like we are one man short before summer camp even begins. If we don't get our act together, we may not be back at the Super Bowl. In the meantime, goodbye Tank. Time to think about what you really want in life.

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