The pain of my long commute was met with the pleasure of listening to Pink’s new album in it’s entirety. In short, it’s incredible. Pink has the extremely unique skill of inserting a cool-factor into pop-music, and her authentic lyric-confessions make it not only catchy — but honest. In “The Truth About Love,” Pink topped herself. She’s even met with some insanely creative collaborations, my favorite being Eminem on “Here Comes The Weekend.” Listen below.
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Monsters Calling Home Performs on Jimmy Kimmel — CONGRATULATIONS
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I discovered Monsters Calling Home shortly after they formed their band, and I’ve been following them around Los Angeles ever since. Upon first listen, I knew they’d be huge so I immediately requested an interview. Their lead singer, Alex Hwang, is incredibly kind and he seemed humbled by my declaration that they were on their way to super-stardom. Well — I was right. And if anyone from A&R would like to hire The Dishmaster, feel free. Watch the band perform on Jimmy Kimmel Live, and click HERE to listen to my audio interview with Alex.
Weeds Says Goodbye — Worst Finale Ever
The finale of Weeds broke my heart into a million pieces. The show fast-forwarded into the future to find the vivacious, take-no-prisoners Nancy Botwin turn into a sad and lonely woman who lost her best friend and the respect of her children. It was certainly a realistic ending, but I watch television to escape from reality, not to be slapped in the face with it. For years I had hoped that Andy and Nancy would unite, thinking that the reason she turned him down was because she didn’t want to sacrifice the friendship. And in the second to last episode, I found hope when the two shared their most authentic on-screen moment in the history of the show. But true to form, the writers blew the ending. So if anyone responsible is reading this — just know that I want my money back.
The Voice Blind Auditions — Mackenzie Bourg Kills
Just because you’re a successful performer, doesn’t mean you’re successful at finding new talent. That’s an A&R side of the brain that the judges of ‘The Voice’ are clearly missing. Because if they had it, they would have all turned around in unison for Mackenzie Bourg, who is likely the only contestant so far with any hope of a post-show career. And in case you doubt The Dishmaster’s ability to spot talent, just remind yourself that I interviewed The Lumineers before they blew up (yes, I’m bragging).
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Quote of the Day — Bill Maher Knows What a Woman Wants
Hayden Panettiere Covers Women’s Health Magazine
Hayden Panettiere covers the October issue of Women’s Health Magazine to promote her upcoming television series, Nashville. Though most of the interview is relatively boring, there is one funny quote about her form of exercise involving avoiding elevators to appease her anxious friend. Read below.
Hayden on having inner- and outer-beauty
“People can tell when you’re happy with being you and when you’re not. It’s only cheesy because it’s true. As I’ve gotten older and grown into my body, I’ve started realizing that the way you carry yourself and that light coming out of your eyes are the most attractive things about you.”
Hayden on why she does her own vocals for Nashville
“I always said if I was ever going to do music again, I’d do country. There’s honesty and truth in it.”
Hayden on the camaraderie among country singers
“L.A. is more cutthroat, but in Nashville they want you to do well. You see it with the stars. When they’re performing, they’re all cheering for each other.”
Hayden on being physically criticized by the media at 16
“I was mortified. It gave me such body dysmorphia for so long. But I remember reminding myself that beauty is an opinion, not a fact. And it has always made me feel better.”
Hayden on getting over her fear of the ocean to swim with humpback whales
“When you’re there and you’re in it, it’s less intimidating. ”
Hayden on how she amps up her beauty routine
“You wouldn’t wear baggy clothes on top and baggy on the bottom. If I do smoky eyes, I go for soft pink lips.”
Hayden on her work with the Whaleman Foundation
“I like to dedicate myself wholeheartedly to a cause so that I have more impact. My goal is to shed light on the beauty of the ocean and how important it is for our planet.”
Hayden on how she creatively works out
“My best friend, Amy, has an elevator phobia, so we always take the stairs. We will walk 12 flights. It’s less embarrassing than getting into an elevator with her.”
Hayden on detoxifying her body and mind with Bikram Yoga
“It can be tough, but you’re sweating out toxins and water weight.”
Hayden on counting her blessings, not calories
“I find out that when I’m overly concerned about what I eat, I stress out my body and put on weight.”
Christine O’Donnell Deflates On Bill Maher’s Overtime — Watch Now
Oprah to Usher: “Do You Have Sex to Your Own Music?”
Tabloid Gossip — The Week-End Rundown
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- Joaquin Phoenix has a new girlfriend. Wetpaint
- Eva Longoria confirmed she’s dating Mark Sanchez. LA Times
- Kate Middleton is suing over her published topless photos. New York Daily News
- Amanda Bynes is in trouble. Radar Online
- Ben Affleck might not be the best father. Heart
- Nick Lachey & Vanessa Minnillo gave birth. Dlisted
- Lindsay Lohan is up to her old antics. Perez Hilton
- Selma Blair and her baby daddy broke up. Huffington Post
- Britney Spears settled that annoying little I-shoved-my-crotch-in-someone’s-face lawsuit. CDAN
- Former Olympian Michelle Kwan is engaged. PopCrunch
- Guiliana and Bill Rancic revealed their baby’s first photos. Life & Style
- Katie Price sued Peter Andre. Contact Music
- Carrie Ann Inaba called off her engagement. People
- Chris Brown got a bad tattoo . . . a really bad one. icydk