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Renowned ballerina Melanie Hamrick has seen it all in the ballet world and lived to tell about it, well, a variation of it.
After years with the American Ballet Theatre and an injury that forced her to take six months off to recover, she decided to draw upon her intimate experience in the turbulent ballet world to create gripping tales that will leave you on the edge of your seat with every page turn.
Her latest book, the sequel to her highly acclaimed debut First Position, is The Unraveling. It’s a racy and gripping exploration of London’s professional ballet world filled with addictive relationships, restless drama, sexual tension, and utter chaos happening behind the scenes.
The mom of son Deveraux, she shares with partner Mick Jagger, who encouraged her, along with her mom, to start writing, sat down with LifeMinute editor-in-chief Joann Butler at our LifeMinute Studios recently to tell us all about it and more.
This is a LifeMinute with author and ballerina Melanie Hamrick.
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At 93 years young and with an incredible career that’s spanned more than 65 years, the amazing Hal Linden is showing no signs of slowing down.
We were fortunate to have him stop by the LifeMinute Studios after giving us a little tour of the city he grew up in and the one that catapulted him to fame, playing the iconic New York City police precinct captain Barney Miller.
An entertainer all his life, he started his career as a successful big band leader, singer, and clarinet player until the acting bug took over. He made his Broadway debut at age 26, followed by dozens more Broadway productions, a Tony Award, multiple Emmys and Golden Globe nominations for Barney Miller, and several feature films, his most recent, starring alongside Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Eddie Murphy in 2023’s You People. This is a LifeMinute with the legendary Hal Linden.
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We spoke with the actress at Pamella Roland's Spring/Summer New York Fashion Week show. Roland designed Williams' costume wardrobe for The Devil Wears Prada, which is gearing up for its London run in October. The star filled us in on how she takes care of her voice while doing eight performances a week and how she winds down after a show. She said she likes to grab a meal with friends in town who are there to see her and get a drink. What are her favorite cocktails for the season? Watch to find out.
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Iconic guitarist Andy Summers continues to leave an indelible mark on the music world with that distinctive guitar style and sound that helped define the sound of The Police more than 40 years ago. Since those days, he’s released 14 solo albums and written several books. He is currently on tour, performing against a projected backdrop of photography he has taken throughout the years while sharing readings and musings from his life and work with the crowd. The Cracked Lens + A Missing String is making stops across the country through November. Andy stopped by the Lifeminute Studios to tell us all about it and more.
This is a LifeMinute with Andy Summers.
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GoldenSky Country Music Festival runs October 18-20 at Discovery Park in Sacramento. Featuring Keith Urban, Thomas Rhett, Luke Bryan, Bailey Zimmerman, Riley Green, Turnpike Troubadours, Elle King, Gabby Barrett, Ashley McBryde, and many more. The three-day fest will have some of the biggest names in country music, Sacramento farm-to-fork food offerings, the River City Saloon & Dance Hall, Sidelines Sports Bar, plus the GoldenSky Beer festival.
Get tickets at goldenskyfestival.com.
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Aftershock returns to Discovery Park in Sacramento, California, October 10-13 for its 12th year with its biggest lineup yet. The four-day destination fest will feature the only U.S. festival play for Iron Maiden, the exclusive West Coast performance for Slayer–one of only three shows in nearly five years–Slipknot as one of the number one requested bands, and the first Aftershock appearance for Mötley Crüe. Other artists include Disturbed, Pantera, Judas Priest, Five Finger Death Punch, Evanescence, Cypress Hill, and many more.
Get tickets at aftershockfestival.com.
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It’s been 30 years since Georgia-born band Collective Soul stepped onto the noisy ‘90s rock scene. Their hard-hitting guitar riffs, introspective lyrics, and, of course, frontman Ed Roland’s gritty yet soulful vocals solidified their sound in the post-grunge era.
To celebrate three decades of music, the guys are on the road with old friends Hootie & the Blowfish and Edwin McCain for the Summer Camp with Trucks Tour.
They’ve also released a double LP called Here To Eternity that they recorded at Elvis Presley’s Palm Springs estate, making them the first band ever to do that since Elvis himself lived there.
We caught up with Roland from his home in Atlanta to hear all about it.
This is a LifeMinute with Collective Soul’s Ed Roland.
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He gave us one of the most iconic songs of all time: “American Pie." 50 years later, American treasure Don McLean is still making iconic music. His latest masterpiece, American Boys, includes 13 brand-new songs honoring rock and roll and those who paved the way for the genre.
At 78 years young, McLean is still hitting the road, touring through the end of the year.
We were fortunate to recently welcome him back to our studios for a third time to hear all about it.
This is a Lifeminute with Don McLean.
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Whether you’re looking to refresh your hair or nail color or perfect your at-home blowout, Sally Beauty has a curated collection of award-winning products and the boldest innovations to discover. It’s also the beauty retailer’s 60th anniversary, and they’re celebrating with can’t-miss deals running all month long. Celebrity hairstylist and DIY color and styling expert for Sally Beauty, Gregory Patterson, shares the scoop on these best-in-class products and how they can help recreate the hottest trends for fall.
Sally Beauty is celebrating big this month by highlighting the best in hair color, hair care, nails, and more from brands you can’t find anywhere else, like the award-winning Bondbar Hair Care & Color line, award-winning ion luxe styling tools, and brand new to its shelves, Freewill, a customizable hair care line crafted for all hair types and textures. In honor of this milestone, some of your favorite brands will also celebrate with deals all month.
The 50% off big bottle sale is on through August, including favorites like the ion Color Defense Sulfate-free Shampoo, or buy 2 and get 1 free on select hair color through August 15. And some favorite styling tools will be $60 off through August 28, like the viral ion Luxe 4-In-1 Autowrap Hair Dryer Airstyler.
As we often see for fall, we predict a shift from the lighter summer shades to a darker, richer color. One of Gregory’s favorite lines, Bondbar, is redefining hair care and reinventing hair color with its innovative built-in bonding technology, strengthening, repairing, and reinforcing hair bonds while providing 100% gray coverage. Whether looking to go chocolate brown, merlot red, or super sleek with a jet black look, Bondbar Bonding Permanent Crème Hair Color is good for all hair types and textures. For that super jet black look, you can’t beat shade 1N from Bondbar, or if you’re looking for more of a lower maintenance shade, there are several demi and semi-permanent options. You can’t go wrong with top brands, including ion, Manic Panic, AGEbeautiful, and more, for a shiny, sleek, and sultry look this fall.
Next up, travel doesn’t stop, and neither does expressing your individuality. Sally Beauty has you covered from check in to check out with the beauty products you need, no matter where the fall season takes you. Bondbar Heat Protective Spray helps protect and reduce frizz alongside the ion Luxe Turbosonic Hair Dryer for the ultimate drying experience and the perfect blowout on the go. The wonderful thing about ion is it's a comprehensive line of innovative products with quality formulas and styling tools that won’t break the bank. With the perfect blowout, you can move on to achieve a sleek high pony or switch it up to a slicked-back bun at night.
A great first step to achieving your preferred style is to prep your hair. Try using Bondbar Lamellar Water Rinse, a lightweight formula that adds smoothness and hydration in just 8 seconds, helping your hair feel and look healthier while reducing frizz. If you’re looking for a more targeted haircare routine to ensure your hair is always ready on the go, check out the new customizable line, Freewill, with a range of products designed for your specific hair needs.
Now, when it comes to nails, we’ll see moody nails this fall in colors like merlot, cherry, and espresso to perfectly match the cooler months ahead. Perfect for back to school, Sally Beauty has press-on nails in a variety of shades and varying shapes for a quick and easy manicured look. Be sure to check out newly expanded product offerings from KISS, including new special effect technologies for glitter nails, like rhinestones and on-trend designs. You can make your moody nails last even longer with the latest viral Drip & Clog Proof Nail Glue from Beauty Secrets.
To check out these deals and trending fall essentials, head to your local Sally Beauty store by checking the store locator on the website or shop 24/7 at sallybeauty.com.
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Michael Cartellone, drummer for Lynyrd Skynyrd, began painting when he was four and drumming when he was nine—too much talent for one person. We got a taste of his beautiful work when he recently stopped by the LifeMinute Studios. His latest creations are inspired by his Sicilian heritage and a recent visit to Italy.
He calls himself "a drummer who paints and a painter who drums." Luckily for us, he's good at both.
This is a LifeMinute with Michael Cartellone.
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One of the most influential British groups of all time, UB40, has sold more than 100 million albums with global #1 hits “Red Red Wine” and “(I Can’t Help) Falling in Love With You,” catapulting them to superstardom.
The reggae/pop legends are celebrating their 45th Anniversary with a summer tour and a new album, UB45, filled with new songs and reworked classics.
We sat down with guitarist, vocalist, and band co-founder Robin Campbell and current lead singer, Matt Doyle, who joined the band in 2021, taking over for a retired Duncan Campbell, to hear all about it.
This is a LifeMinute with UB40.
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He’s the powerhouse voice behind multi-platinum, two-time Grammy Award-winning group Living Colour, who shook up the ‘80s music scene with poignant lyrics and a creative fusion of funk, jazz, metal, and rock. Billboard even named him one of their “The 50 Greatest Rock Lead Singers of All Time.”
All the while, Glover has stayed busy pursuing solo music projects and stretching his acting chops on stage and screen. For his latest work, he teamed up with guitarist Mike Orlando of Adrenaline Mob to form Sonic Universe, alongside drummer Taykwuan Jackson and bassist Booker King. The singer is living proof that you never need to stay in one box. The sound is super hard and heavy, and Glover’s undeniable vocals are as strong as ever.
We caught up with him recently on the heels of the band’s latest 10-track album, It Is What It Is, to hear all about it.
This is a LifeMinute with Corey Glover.
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Lindy Boone, daughter of legendary entertainer Pat Boone, grew up singing with her parents and three sisters as The Boone Family—performing all over the country. Years later, after a successful career as a fitness trainer and raising three kids of her own, she’s still singing, writing songs and books, and spreading a message of faith, hope, and love.
Her latest single, “Wordlayer,” is a tribute to her son Ryan, who suffered a traumatic brain injury after stepping through a skylight and falling three stories onto a cement floor. He wasn’t expected to survive. However, through the miracle of faith and prayers, he did. Lindy uses her platform to help others with the same injury.
Lindy's book,Heaven Hears, tells the story of tragedy, triumph, and the strong faith of a mother.In 2003, the Boone family established a non-profit organization called Ryan’s Reach. The charity provides two licensed homes to provide therapy and financial assistance for TBI survivors and their families who can’t afford it.
She also recently started a podcast called TBI Talk, where she gives insights into brain injury recovery. It offers another resource for those who have loved ones in the same situation and want to hear stories of other families going through a similar journey.
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Punk alt group StrateJacket is finally stepping out and onto stages after forming the band in 2019, right before the breakout of the pandemic. The rock trio, which includes singer-guitarist Jackson Roemers, bassist Fabian Angel, and drummer Nate Mangold, found themselves limited in 2020 where they could play. But now, they are finally stretching their wings with appearances such as at the Welcome To Rockville Music Festival in Daytona Beach, Florida. We sat down virtually with the California Bay Area locals to hear all about their self-titled EP, touring, and what’s next for the determined young band.
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This week, two legendary music groups, The Commodores and The Pointer Sisters, announced their summer tour, "An Evening of Icons." With a combined legacy that spans across decades with more than 100 million albums sold, 20 No. 1 hits, and 10 Top 10 albums, these iconic artists are set to take audiences on a journey through the very best of funk, soul, R&B, and pop with support from special guests, The Spinners.
The first tour leg kicks off on July 26 in Oxon Hill, Maryland, before wrapping in Primm, Nevada on November 30. Get tickets at LiveNation.com.
We caught up with Ruth Pointer, the last surviving original group member, who told us all about it. Last week, Ruth sat down with LifeMinute editor-in-chief Joann Butler to reminisce about their humble beginnings, honing their formal vocal training in their father’s church to their whirlwind worldwide fame, securing a place in pop music history, with countless hits, from Bruce Springsteen’s “Fire” to “He’s So Shy,” “Slow Hand,” “Automatic,” “Neutron Dance,” “Jump for My Love” and of course the anthem for happiness, “I’m So Excited.”
In 1975, the quartet won their first Grammy Award for a country-western tune, “Fairytale.” As a result, the sisters became the first black female group to perform at the Grand Ole Opry. The “King” himself, Elvis Presley, recorded their song on his last studio album.
In recent years, the group has performed with some of the greatest symphony orchestras in the world, including San Francisco, Jacksonville, Atlanta’s Symphony Orchestra, and the renowned Boston Pops. Ruth Pointer continues to perform the music of The Pointer Sisters all over the globe with her daughter and granddaughter. Check out more on thepointersisters.com and see tour dates below.
TOUR DATES:
Fri Jul 26 Oxon Hill, MD The Theater at MGM National Harbor
Sat Oct 05 Durant, OK Choctaw Casino
Thu Nov 14 Tampa, FL Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
Fri Nov 15 Hollywood, FL Hard Rock Live
Sat Nov 30 Primm, NV Star Of The Desert Arena
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New wave icon Tom Bailey returns to North America for the first time in six years to co-headline the Totally Tubular Festival this summer. An 80s alternative music lovers’ dream, the fest also features co-headliner Thomas Dolby, along with Modern English, Men Without Hats, The Romantics, Bow Wow Wow, Tommy Tutone, and The Plimsouls.
Before the North American tour, Tom Bailey celebrated the 40th anniversary of Thompson Twins’ multi-platinum album Into the Gap with a tour of the UK in May.
Formed in 1977, the original Thompson Twins trimmed down their line-up in 1982 to a three-piece of Bailey, Alannah Currie, and Joe Leeway as they adopted a more electronic synthesizer-based sound. Tom Bailey was the singer, multi-instrumentalist, producer, and, along with lyricist Alannah Currie, composed and arranged the Thompson Twins' music.
The Thompson Twins had huge hits on both sides of the Atlantic, with songs such as “Hold Me Now,” “Doctor! Doctor!,” “You Take Me Up,” and “Love On Your Side," which provided the soundtrack for so many people’s lives in the mid-eighties. The band also enjoyed big success on the US dance chart with “Lies,” “In the Name of Love,” “Hold Me Now,” and “In the Name of Love ‘88,” all reaching #1.
In 1985, the band played Live Aid at JFK Stadium in Philadelphia, where Madonna introduced them to a crowd of over 100,000 and an estimated global TV audience of 1.9 billion across 150 nations. During their performance, they were later joined on stage by Madonna and Nile Rodgers.
The last Thompson Twins show was in Texas in August 1987. Since then, Bailey has worked in many different areas of music, from the experimental electronic Babble and Kolab to the Indo-fusion of the Holiwater Band, the visual astronomy project BSP, and the sound-system dub of International Observer.
Bailey released his first-ever solo album, Science Fiction, to critical acclaim in 2018. That same year, he wowed North American audiences with his dynamic live show on a massive summer trek alongside Culture Club and the B-52s.
We were lucky to catch up with Bailey before he set out on Totally Tubular to hear all about it, look back on his years with Thompson Twins, and look ahead at what is next for the talented artist.
This is a LifeMinute with Tom Bailey.
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Judas Priest, one of the most influential heavy metal bands of our time, continues to wow legions of new and old, what frontman Rob Halford calls “metal maniacs” alike. Their latest studio album, Invincible Shield is a culmination of all the English rocker's iconic sounds over the years, from the 70s, 80s, and 90s with a fresh twist. You even hear a little homage to one of their pals, Rush, on the first track. We sat down with the 72-year-old force of metal remotely to hear all about it.
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Michael Douglas hit the red carpet with son Dylan and daughter Carys at a special screening of his film, America’s Burning at DGA New York Theater in New York City last night. The Oscar-winning actor and producer served as Executive Producer and narrator for the documentary directed by David Smick which analyzes the reasons for hate and division in the country today, including the economy.
We spoke with Douglas about the film, as well as what makes him still proud to be an American, his best advice from his late father, legendary actor Kirk Douglas and what it takes to keep his nearly 25-year marriage to Catherine Zeta-Jones alive.
America’s Burning opens in New York theaters July 12.
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The Pitch Perfect star spoke with us at the premiere of her latest film Nuked at the Tribeca Festival in New York City. Camp shared how she relaxes by reading and meditating after "exhausting" time on set. She also loves to hang with her dogs and write when she isn't working.
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We caught up with the actor at the premiere of his latest film Nuked at the Tribeca Festival in New York City. Bartha shared how he relaxes with family, prioritizes staying present in the moment and more.
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We caught up with Eric "Bobo" Correa from the multi-platinum hip-hop group Cypress Hill, on the heels of their "We Legalized It 2024 Tour," where the group is joined by a lineup of special guests each night, including The Pharcyde and Souls of Mischief.
In line with their deep ties to cannabis culture and history of pro-marijuana advocacy, Cypress Hill is making a charitable contribution to the national non-profit, The Last Prisoner Project, this tour season. In support of the organization’s efforts to reform the United States criminal justice system through progressive drug policy, the group will pledge $1 of each ticket sold to be donated.
We caught up with Bobo to hear all about it...and more, including his musical legacy, his dad, the legendary Willie Correa, getting his start with the Beastie Boys, and his upcoming show with the London Symphony Orchestra at Royal Albert Hall.
This is a LifeMinute with Bobo Correa.
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Two powerhouse and legendary classic rockers have taken their shows on the road together this summer…STYX and FOREIGNER (who continue with the next leg of their two-year Farewell Tour) for the "Renegades & Juke Box Heroes" tour. Legendary British rocker John Waite will be along for the fun.
The tour will make stops all summer long ‘til the end of August and will include all the classics—“Come Sail Away,” “Feels Like the First Time,” “Renegade,” “Juke Box Hero,” “Mr. Roboto,” and “I Want To Know What Love Is.”
General tickets for various cities are on sale now at LiveNation.com. VIP packages are also available at Foreigneronline.com and StyxWorld.com, which may include premium tickets, limited on-stage seating for FOREIGNER, backstage tour, Q&A session and photo op with the band (socially distanced), exclusive merch & more. For more info, visit vipnation.com.
A special limited-edition collector’s album will also be available as a picture disc or silver vinyl at all tour stops, with just 1,000 copies of the picture disc and 5,000 individually numbered copies of the silver edition offered. A 13-track CD featuring all three artists, including the vinyl tracks, is also available on all digital outlets. And, if you can’t hit the tour, the picture disc will be available on FOREIGNER's and STYX’s websites, and the silver edition, on Amazon on July 12.“
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After 50 great years of being one-half of the iconic Hall & Oates, John Oates is spending more quality time reflecting on his own true gift of song. His second full-length release since 2018, Reunion, reflects on life, love, and the afterlife in a bluegrass, folksy, country-sound way that truly represents his intricate guitar-playing, beautiful voice, and of course, his amazing lyrical storytelling.
He collabed with A.J. Croce (son of the legendary Jim Croce) on the title-track, "Reunion," as well as some of Nashville’s greatest session players, such as guitarists Guthrie Trapp, Russ Pahl, Tom Bukovac, and bassist Steve Mackey.
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R.E.M. frontman Michael Stipe stopped by the Tribeca Film Festival red carpet on Wednesday night before participating in the Tribeca Talks Storytellers series. The event was hosted at the SVA Theatre in New York City by comedian Janeane Garofalo.
Stipe was warmly greeted at the red carpet by a group of adoring fans. He stopped for autographs, photo ops, and even a conversation with us. We spoke to the legendary artist about the event and how he feels music impacts the world. His gratitude for his craft shined through in every word he spoke.
With R.E.M. newly inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, a new solo album in the works, and the recent release of four different photography books, the 64-year-old icon sure is keeping himself busy.
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Bang Bang cast Tim Blake Nelson, Glenn Plummer, Kevin Corrigan, Andrew Liner, Nina Arianda, Erica Gimpel, Daniella Pineda and director, Vincent Grashaw came out for the Tribeca Festival premiere of the film at the SVA Theatre in New York City last week.
We talked to the stars about their roles and how some of them trained for the boxing film that follows retired pugilist Bernard “Bang Bang” Rozyski (Tim Blake Nelson) as he tries his hand at training once he reconnects with his estranged grandson.
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Kyra Sedgwick, Cliff “Method Man” Smith, Jon Bass, Meghan Leathers, Milana Vayntrub, Theo Taplitz, Ash Zuckerman, Catherine Curtin, and director/co-writer Daniel Robbins came out for the world premiere of Bad Shabbos at Village East Cinemas in New York City Monday night.
The film follows an engaged interfaith couple who are about to have their parents meet for the first time over a Shabbat dinner when an accidental death gets in the way.
Sedgwick who plays the mother Ellen, talked about how she is fascinated by families and shared how she spends her time with her husband Kevin Bacon and two adult children.
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The stars of All That We Love, Margaret Cho, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Kenneth Choi, Alice Lee, Atsuko Okatsuka, Missi Pyle, and cowriter and directorYen Tan came out for the Tribeca Film Festival premiere at the SVA Theatre in New York City Saturday. We spoke to Cho, Ferguson and Tan about the emotional yet comedic film.
All That We Love is a heartfelt and poignant depiction of grief and what it means to start anew. After losing her beloved dog, Emma Gwon (Margaret Cho) embarks on a heartwarming journey of self-discovery and reconnection with loved ones in Yen Tan's touching dramedy that celebrates second chances and the power of family bonds.
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Tig Notaro, Margaret Cho, Sandra Bernhard, Joel Kim Booster, Judy Gold, Roz Hernandez, Jim David, Todd Glass, Guy Branum, Robin Tyler, Solomon Georgio and Page Hurwitz, director/writer/producer of Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution attended the screening of the documentary at the Tribeca Festival at SVA Theater in New York City last Friday evening.
Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution is the first feature length documentary to explore the history of queer stand up comedy. The documentary considers the importance of LGBTQ+ stand up as a driver of social change over the past five decades, actively reflecting and challenging cultural norms and values. Ultimately, the film reveals that queer comedians — whether they intended to or not — helped change the world, one joke at a time.
The doc combines interviews, memorable stand up performances, archival materials, and verité footage featuring top LGBTQ+ comedians including Lily Tomlin, Sandra Bernhard, Wanda Sykes, Eddie Izzard, Hannah Gadsby, Tig Notaro, Rosie O'Donnell, Margaret Cho, Bob The Drag Queen, and Trixie Mattel, among others.
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Linda Perry debuted her documentary at the Tribeca Film Festival at The Indeed Theater at Spring Studios in New York City last night. The iconic singer-songwriter shared what she learned making the film and daughter Rhodes was in tow to support her mom. We also spoke with director, Don Hardy about what it was like to peer into Perry’s world and relationship with her child.
The film follows the Grammy and Golden Globe-nominated artist, as well as Songwriter Hall of Fame inductee as she struggles with fear, shame, illness, perfectionism, as well as the burdens and gifts of family. Let It Die Here features appearances by a number of close friends and collaborators, including Dolly Parton, Christina Aguilera, Kate Hudson, Sara Gilbert, and Brandi Carlile, the latter of whom declares Perry to be a “queer icon.”
Its story is told through intimate verite footage, select interviews and hypnotic animation sequences, helping lay bare Perry’s authentic self in much the same way she enables music’s biggest stars to do in the studio.
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The cast and crew of Lake George joined us on the red carpet for the film’s world premiere Sunday at the SVA Theatre in New York City. We spoke to stars Carrie Coon, Shea Whigham, Max Casella, Keri Safran, Troy Metcalf, and Joey Oglesby about the film and what it was like working with this all star lineup.
Directed by Jeffrey Reiner, Lake George is a dark comedy that follows the story of Phyllis (Carrie Coon) and Don (Shea Whigham) and their plot for revenge on a group of mobsters who want Phyllis dead and hired Don to get the job done. This tale of a deviant duo is a thrilling and comedic neo-noir in which Coon and Whigham give masterclass performances. Audiences are sure to be enthralled.
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Musician, actor, and activist Stevie Van Zandt debuted his documentary Stevie Van Zandt: Disciple at the Tribeca Festival this past weekend. He was joined by his beautiful wife Maureen, Vinny Pastore of The Sopranos, Darlene Love, and many more to celebrate its premiere.
Directed by Bill Teck, the film follows Van Zandt’s many achievements in music and beyond, including his career with Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band, establishing himself into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and using his voice to speak out about racial politics and Apartheid in South Africa. His career has been nothing short of eclectic.
We had the chance to speak to some of Van Zandt’s peers on the red carpet about their own relationships with the Rock legend, the impact he has had on both the music and entertainment industries, and even heard from Stevie himself about the emotions he was feeling towards the debut of his new film.
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Mark Duplass spoke with us Saturday side-by-side with wife Katie Aselton and daughter Ora Duplass at the Tribeca premiere of their new short film Oh, Christmas Tree. The short is a labor of love for these three, with Duplass playing Ben, the father of Ora’s character Claire, in her debut appearance on-screen. Aselton is also serving as director for the film, making this a true family affair.
The film navigates the story of a father and daughter at the end of a difficult year, facing the holiday season head-on, and trying to recreate their favorite Christmas traditions in spite of all they’ve been through. In this conversation, the trio reflects on their own personal bond as a family, and how that was translated on-screen.
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Actors Michael Cera, Michael Angarano, AJ Mendez, Iman Karram, and more stepped out on the red carpet for the Tribeca Festival premiere of Sacramento at the BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center in New York City Saturday. We spoke to some of the film’s stars about what this story means to them and what they hope audiences take from it.
Sacramento tells the story of best friends Ricky (Michael Angarano) and Glenn (Michael Cera) as they set out on a California road trip. During their journey the two reflect on the history of their friendship, past mistakes they've made, and how they can navigate the future through personal growth and overcoming the fears of maturity.
Also written and directed by Angarano, the film shows audiences that growing up is not linear, and that every new chapter of life is an evolution.
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Renowned New York City guitarist and singer-songwriter Steve Conte (New York Dolls, Michael Monroe) is back with his latest release, The Concrete Jangle, on Stevie Van Zandt's Wicked Cool Records.
The new album includes 10 tracks of what Conte describes as the 60s meets 80s power pop about truth versus misinformation, entitlement, boredom, addiction and loss, and love and lust, of which half is co-written with Andy Partridge of XTC fame, who also happens to be one of Conte's musical heroes. The lead single "We Like It" is a who's who of rockers that all contribute their unique voices to the backing vocals, including Marshall Crenshaw, Steve Lillywhite (Ultravox), Glen Matlock (Sex Pistols), Ian Hunter (Mott The Hoople), Simon Kirke (Bad Company), Marc Broussard, Palmyra Delran, and The Sopranos' Michael Imperioli.
Conte plays a multitude of guitars and other instruments and brings a bunch more of his famous friends and musical talents in on the action.
Co-producer Andrew Hollander plays piano and Mellotron, while keyboard whiz Rob Schwimmer adds an authentic 1960s Ondioline as well as Theremin and synthesizer sounds; trumpets by Chris Anderson, cello by Mark Stewart, and drums by Prairie Prince (The Tubes, XTC, Todd Rundgren), Thommy Price (Joan Jett, Billy Idol, Mink DeVille), and Brian Delaney (New York Dolls).
Even brother John plays bass, and his two sons, Zia and Baz, sing backing vocals. This latest project is clearly a labor of love.
Conte stopped by the LifeMinute TV Studios in Times Square recently to discuss the new album and enthrall us with a history of his varied musical background, which includes, most famously, his stint as the new lead guitarist for the reformed New York Dolls in 2004 with original members David Johansen, Sylvain Sylvain, and Arthur "Killer" Kane.
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Alt-rock legends, The Dandy Warhols, have been delivering their unique brand of cool sound for 30 years…and their latest offering ROCKMAKER is nothing short of it.
To make it all the more mind-blowing, they brought some famous friends along for the 10-track gritty, edgy, mind-blowing bender of a ride—Slash, Debbie Harry, and Pixies’ Frank Black, to name a few. Frontman Courtney Taylor-Taylor and drummer Brent “Fathead” DeBoer stopped by the LifeMinute Studios last month for a few cocktails and a chat to tell us all about it.
This is a LifeMinute with The Dandy Warhols.
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Erin Andrews, a busy first-time mom, to an almost one-year old baby boy, Emmy-nominated sports broadcaster, apparel line designer and Health Advocate has a lot going on. We caught up with her recently to hear what she’s up to and how she juggles it all and still makes time to feel good and look her best. And to help when life gets messy, she’s started a new partnership with ARM & HAMMER laundry products.
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Two-time WNBA MVP A'ja Wilson was recently named one of TIME’s 100 Most Influential People in the world. We caught up with the Las Vegas Aces star at the mag’s gala to honor her. We found out how she wants to use her influence to lift up others and how she relaxes when not tearing up the court.
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Paras Patel joined us in the LifeMinute Studios this month. The star plays Matthew, a man on the spectrum, in the hit streaming show The Chosen, a groundbreaking historical drama based on the life of Jesus, seen through the eyes of those who knew him.
In honor of Autism Awareness Month, he joined forces with Autism Speaks, the organization that helps people with autism reach their full potential. Paras says, "showcasing inclusion, as well as feeling seen and accepted and showing the community that they have a place" is what the show has communicated through his character.
Set against the backdrop of Roman oppression in first-century Israel, the seven-season show shares an authentic and intimate look at Jesus’ revolutionary life and teachings. Season 4 premiered exclusively in theaters in February and will be available to stream later this year at TheChosen.tv or on The Chosen app. You can go there now to stream the first three seasons.
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He’s a legend, a gentleman, and loved by all who know him in the entertainment industry. After six decades of wowing fans around the globe, singer, songwriter, and master entertainer Tony Orlando has recently hung up his live performance hat. A retirement? Heck no. The icon is just putting the brakes on touring but has big plans in the works to exercise his impeccable writing chops. And you can still hear him on Saturday nights as he currently hosts his own radio show on 77 WABC.
The Grammy nominee has sold millions of records, including five that hit #1: “Tie A Yellow Ribbon ‘Round The Ole Oak Tree,” a timeless anthem for our soldiers, veterans, and any loved one coming home; “Knock Three Times,” “Candida,” “My Sweet Gypsy Rose,” and “He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You).” He has two Platinum and three Gold albums and 15 Top 40 Hits. He was inducted into the New Jersey Hall of Fame at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center last year and was the first vocal pop artist to sign with Epic Records and hit the national music charts in 1961.
He’s an author, has acted in movies (was hysterical in Adam Sandler’s That’s My Boy) and on Broadway, and was a music exec for Clive Davis repping everyone from James Taylor, Laura Nyro, and Blood Sweat & Tears to signing and producing Barry Manilow’s first recording. Of course, he also hosted the hugely popular variety show Tony Orlando and Dawn in the 70s.
He has been honored several times with lifetime achievement awards for his contributions to the industry, his enormous charitable efforts to support our veterans, and for 33 years served as cohost of the muscular dystrophy telethon helping to raise millions of dollars to find a cure for muscular dystrophy.
We were so fortunate to have him grace the LifeMinute Studios last month, just before his 80th birthday, to celebrate a remarkable career, but even more, celebrate a remarkable human being. This is a LifeMinute with the incomparable Tony Orlando.
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Fresh off of touring with Dancing with the Stars, Charity Lawson is settling into her new life in Brooklyn with fiancé Dotun Olubeko. We caught up with The Bachelorette season 20 alum at New York Bridal Week where she was scoping out dresses for her fall 2025 nuptials. The beautiful bride-to-be dished on her and Dotun’s favorite date night spots, working out and managing mental health, her upcoming getaway to Greece with her love, and wedding planning including picking out the gown for the big day.
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TV personality, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and co-founder of the Andrea C. Cameron Foundation, Tyler Cameron stopped by the LifeMinute Studios this week to give us the scoop on all he’s up to.
The reality star has a new home renovation show coming out on April 18 called Going Home with Tyler Cameron, which will feature other Bachelor fan faves, including Tyler’s ex, Hannah Brown. His biggest home reno tips? He says live in the house beforehand and have a plan.
He and his pearly whites have also started a new partnership with ARM & HAMMER and TheraBreath to unveil their latest innovation, ARM & HAMMER Plus TheraBreath Breath Fresheners, something he uses to start his morning right. He incorporates it as part of his routine which also includes making his bed each morning and hitting the gym.
Lastly, he revealed his favorite ways to relax, ideal date night, and best relationship advice he has ever received.
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1 New York Times bestselling author Karen Kingsbury is one of America’s favorite inspirational storytellers, with more than twenty-five million copies of her award-winning books in print. A dozen have topped bestseller lists, many of which have been developed as major motion pictures. Her latest, Someone Like You, is one of them—but this time, Karen and her husband Donald, used their savings to make the film all on their own without the help of studios or investors.
Shot last year in her home state of Tennessee, as well as Alabama, Someone Like You was co-written by Kingsbury and Tyler Russell (A Thousand Tomorrows), who makes his feature directorial debut. Kingsbury and Russell also produced the film, alongside Natalie Ruffino Wilson (Best Laid Plans) and Trevor K. Ball (This is 20).
The film stars Sarah Fisher who plays the two lead roles (Degrassi: The Next Generation, Kiss and Cry), Jake Allyn (No Man's Land, The Quad), Robyn Lively (Teen Witch, The Karate Kid Part III), Bart Johnson (High School Musical I, II, III), Scott Reeves (Nashville, The Young and the Restless), and Lynn Collins (The Walking Dead, X-Men Origins: Wolverine).
The film explores the timely topic of embryo adoption, a subject close to Karen's heart, as her One Chance Foundation has given several grants to embryo adoption. A portion of proceeds from Someone Like You will benefit the organization. Actor Taylor Lautner and his wife Tay Lautner are marketing partners with the film. A portion of proceeds will also benefit their The Lemons Foundation, which encourages and advocates for those struggling with mental health and provides accessible resources and support.
Head to someonelikeyou.movie to see where it’s playing at a theater near you. You can also buy a ticket for a friend here as part of the “Share the Hope” campaign. The more tickets sold, the longer the film stays in theaters.
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William Shatner was celebrated at the red-carpet premiere of his documentary, William Shatner: You Can Call Me Bill at Lincoln Center’s Alice Tully Hall in New York City Sunday night.
The film is an intimate portrait of William Shatner's personal journey across nine decades of a boldly lived and fully realized life, stripping away all the masks he has worn during his storied career, to reveal the man behind it all.
William Shatner: You Can Call Me Bill comes to theaters on Shatner’s 93rd birthday on March 22.
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Iron Maiden’s Bruce Dickinson leads a colorful life. Besides fronting one of the worlds’ most iconic metal bands, he’s also a commercial pilot, even flying the band to numerous gigs, a competitive fencer, owns a brewing company, has written films and novels, hosted radio shows and he’s been working for years on a solo project that’s also a comic book series called The Mandrake Project. Editor-In-Chief Joann Butler caught up with him recently at Evergreen Studios in LA to hear all about it and more.
This is a LifeMinute with the legendary, Bruce Dickinson.
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For the last decade, singer/songwriter Ian Flanigan has toured his unique voice and evocative lyrics across the country, and it was a shot on The Voice in 2020 that garnered him national attention.
In fact, Blake Shelton called his voice, “the most unique he’s ever heard” on the show. Gwen Stefani said, "nobody has a voice that sounds like that, it's just so rare."
Flanigan also keeps his eye on life's bigger picture. He just got married to long-time girlfriend, Kelsey Charles, and celebrates nine years sober this April, with a commitment to helping others, serving on the advisory board of Hope Rocks, the New York organization that supports those who are struggling with addiction, depression, and social isolation.
His latest album Strong has gained much success, and he’s working on new music that’s soon to be released, as well as a tour. We were fortunate to get a listen at the LifeMinute studios recently to hear all about it and more.
This is a LifeMinute with Ian Flanigan.
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One listen to Jason Gould’s powerful voice and heartfelt lyrics, and you know you’re listening to something special. And how could it not be…born into Hollywood royalty, his mom is Barbra Streisand and dad the iconic actor Elliott Gould, yet this humbled, impassioned soul struggled to realize his own talents growing up. The 57-year-old singer/songwriter has just come out with his second EP called Sacred Days, an upbeat dance collection of songs that will leave you wanting more. We sat down with this uber talent recently in his hometown LA, to hear all about it and more. This is a LifeMinute with Jason Gould.
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Three-time Olympic medalist, Suni Lee sat down at the LifeMinute studios last week to get us caught up on what the newly 21-year-old has been up to lately. The gymnast gave us an update on her training for 2024 qualifications as well as her beauty routine and must-haves including Batiste Sweat-Activated and Touch- Activated Dry Shampoo, plus her fave music, food and ways to practice self-care.
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Jessel Taank shared her skincare musts, current fashion obsession and more when we caught up with her at Cucculelli Shaheen's New York Fashion Week show last month. The housewife also filled us in on what she and her hubby Pavit do on a low key date night and her favorite way to relax in the "up and coming" Tribeca neighborhood.
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The biggest rock experience in the US is here– Welcome to Rockville takes over the Daytona International Speedway on May 9-12 in Daytona, Florida with Foo Fighters, Mötley Crüe, Slipknot, Disturbed, Jelly Roll, Limp Bizkit, Queens of the Stone Age, Breaking Benjamin, Evanescence, Judas Priest, Greta Van Fleet, Falling in Reverse, Cypress Hill, The Offspring, and so many more! Don’t miss the biggest Welcome to Rockville ever, four days, five stages, and 150 bands. Four-day and single-day festival passes are on sale now for as little as $10 down, along with VIP, camping, and hotel packages. Visit welcometorockville.com.
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The Oscar-winner and Tony nominee reflected on the differences between her stage and film roles when we spoke with her at the National Board of Review 2024 Awards Gala where she also won Best Supporting Actress for her performance in The Holdovers.
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Model and Real Housewives of New York City star Ubah Hassan let us in our her latest lowkey fashion obsession at New York Fashion Week last month. The 40-year-old beauty also dished on her food-inspired skincare hacks that include banana peels and egg whites, how she relaxes, life advice and what she knows about the next season of RHONY.
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American Ballet Theatre Principal Dancer, Misty Copeland chatted with us at Pamella Roland's New York Fashion Week runway show last month. We caught up with the artist about her non-profit, The Misty Copeland Foundation; her new activewear line, Greatness Wins she has with Derek Jeter; travel; family; and go-to dish to make at home.
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Jennifer Grey is not hanging up her dancing shoes anytime soon. We caught up with the vibrant almost 64-year-old actress at the premiere of her movie, A Real Pain at the Sundance Film Festival last month. The Dirty Dancing star shared with us how she stays in shape by swing dancing, walking, eating well, and having a positive mindset.
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Triple threat, Vanessa Williams turned 60 last year, but she reassured us she is not slowing down anytime soon when we caught up with her at Pamella Rolands’ New York Fashion Week Fall 2024 runway show this month. The actress/singer is releasing new music (her first album since 2009), a dance record that she said will make you shake a tail feather. “I’m really excited because I'm still here, still standing and still kicking. And that's exactly what the first line of the whole song is” she says of the first single titled “Legs.”
She is also starring as Miranda Priestly in a musical version of The Devil Wears Prada in London's West End and producing four upcoming projects.
We asked her the secret to success in the industry after all these years, “Never stop learning. Never be stuck. Always be willing to try new things…people that continue to move forward, take risks.”
As for what she thinks was the biggest risk in her career that paid off? “The most unexpected risk was being in the Miss America pageant because I had no intention and I won everything…Syracuse, New York, and America in six months, which completely changed my life at 20 years old,” she revealed of being crowned Miss America in 1984, making history as the first African-American woman to win the title.
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Simone Ashley has certainly been busy lately. We caught up with the British actress while she was promoting her recent animated film, 10 Lives, at the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah. The Bridgerton star gave us the scoop on season 3 of the Netflix period drama dropping May 16. She also told us about her latest project, This Tempting Madness, a psychological thriller inspired by a true story. "I am so nervous and excited for that to come out this year," she confessed. "It's so different than anything I've ever done."
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We caught up with Emmy-nominated actress Lucy Liu last month at the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah, at the premiere of her movie Presence. The stunning 55-year-old shares the surprising way she takes care of her skin, how she de-stresses at home with her son, and life advice to live by.
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Born in New York City to legendary actress Lee Grant and writer Arnold Manoff, writer and actress Dinah Manoff was destined for Hollywood. She’s a Tony Award winner with numerous theater and some of the greatest TV credits under her belt. But it was probably her role on the big screen playing Pink Lady Marty Maraschino in the movie Grease that captured the hearts of millions.
Her latest work is a fabulous fiction book, The Real True Hollywood Story of Jackie Gold, that she recently turned into an audiobook.
Manoff says Jamie Lee Curtis describes it best as “A brilliant rewinding of a life of Hollywood glitz, grit, gluttony, and nose jobs.”
We agree, it is brilliant. Listening to her beautiful voice act it out with the equally fantastic cast of characters she brought on board to help bring a whole new perspective to the story, making it even more entertaining. And of course, hearing her act again makes it even more magical since, unfortunately for us, she stepped back from the scene several years ago.
This is a LifeMinute with the amazingly warm-hearted, multi-talented, and funny human that is Dinah Manoff.
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Lawyer by day and musician by night, Al Staehely is the only person on the planet who has played Carnegie Hall and provided legal services for Stevie Ray Vaughan.
The Austin-born singer-songwriter got his start in LA when he and his brother John were asked to join the critically acclaimed band Spirit. After that, he and his brother went on to form their own band, Staehely Brothers, before Staehely returned to Texas and dusted off his law degree in 1980.
Back in Texas, he continued music, performing with the likes of Roy Orbison, Jefferson Starship, Emmylou Harris—two European tours with John Cipollina and Nick Gravenites (of Quicksilver Messenger Service and The Electric Flag, respectively) and even did a show with Rodney Dangerfield.
Just as he was beginning to build his law practice, Polydor Records came calling, and in 1982, he released the solo record Staehely’s Comet in Europe. In 2011, Steady Boy Records oversaw the first US release of the album, with the new title, Al Staehely and 10k Hours. In 2013, Cadillac Cowboys, an EP by Al Staehely & The Explosives, was also released on Steady Boy Records.
Staehely’s latest album, Somewhere in West Texas, released earlier this year, is an Americana album where his Texas roots really shine through.
He stopped by the LifeMinute Studios to tell us all about it and perform a few songs from the new record.
This is a LifeMinute with Al Staehely.
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Veronica Swift, daughter of Stephanie Nakasian, listed in the Biographical Encyclopedia of Jazz as one of the world’s leading jazz singers, and the late bebop piano great Hod O'Brien, was destined to follow in her parents' footsteps. At just nine years old, she recorded her first album, Veronica's House of Jazz, and began touring with her parents. At age 11, she appeared in the Jazz at Lincoln Center series, "Women in Jazz," and continued her studies, earning a bachelor’s degree in Jazz Voice at the University of Miami's Frost School of Music.
After graduation, the Virginia native moved to New York City, performing Saturday nights at the legendary club Birdland. She has continued to record her own material and collaborate and tour with such artists as Chris Botti, Benny Green, Wynton Marsalis, and Michael Feinstein.
Now a leading international vocalist, Swift dropped her third release, a self-titled 11-track album, which includes originals and covers. Combining elements of pop, bebop, swing, funk, rock, and jazz on the record, Swift pays homage to greats from Duke Ellington, Janis Joplin, Billie Holiday, and Ludwig van Beethoven to Queen and Nine Inch Nails. The first singles of the album include a rendition of Jerry Herman’s “I Am What I Am” and cover of the cover of NIN’s “Closer.”
The singer, knighted by France, stopped by the LifeMinute Studios to tell us about the new album, her unique sound, and how she keeps her instrument, her voice, pitch perfect.
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He is one of the most beloved actors in Hollywood, but Emmy Award winner and two-time Golden Globe nominee Dennis Quaid says his first love was music. He just released his second album, Fallen: A Gospel Record for Sinners, which has been No. 1 on Top Christian/Gospel charts for some time.
The album combines seven classics and five heartfelt, inspiring originals of hope and gratitude written by Quaid. Originally released on the soundtrack for his faith-based film I Can Only Imagine, "On My Way to Heaven" was inspired by his struggle with addiction, which he has been open and honest about.
The superstar stopped by the LifeMinute Studios in New York City last week to tell us all about it, plus his latest acting gigs, including his role as Sherrill Lynn, a Deputy U.S. Marshall, in Paramount+'s Lawmen: Bass Reeves. Quaid also portrays the 40th U.S. president in the upcoming biopic Reagan, due out in the New Year.
This is a LifeMinute with Dennis Quaid.
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She is the woman behind legendary country music artist George Jones. Now, Nancy Jones is giving us an intimate look into her husband’s life through the lens of their more than 30 years of marriage in her new memoir, Playin' Possum: My Memories of George Jones.
Millions of people know the name of the iconic country singer. Yet few people know that behind the man and his golden voice was a strong, feisty woman who not only saved his life from cocaine addiction, alcoholism, and other abusive and self-destructive behaviors but also was instrumental in saving his soul.
Nancy doesn’t shy away from telling his full story…the good and the ugly. We sat down with her and book editor and New York Times best-selling author Ken Abraham to learn about the true life of Jones, including her favorite song of his, the biggest misconceptions about the country legend, how Nancy helped him overcome addiction, her favorite memories with him, and how her own near-death experience finally led her to write the book.
This is a LifeMinute with Nancy Jones.
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Internationally renowned and award-winning vocal group The Tenors are warming up the holiday season with a brand-new album, Christmas with The Tenors.
The album marks the first since Clifton Murray and Victor Micallef welcomed new members Mark Masri and Alberto Urso to the multiplatinum group.
The festive record includes holiday faves such as Irving Berlin’s classic “I’ve Got My Love to Keep Me Warm,” Chris Rea’s “Driving Home for Christmas,” and Sia’s “Snowman.”
The guys this month kicked off their American "Now & Forever" tour. We heard them perform first when they stopped by the LifeMinute Studios to tell us about the new album, touring, their most memorable performances, and celebrating the holidays.
This is a LifeMinute with The Tenors.
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After seven years, rock and blues legends Foghat have dropped their brand-new 17th studio album, Sonic Mojo, an eclectic blend of originals and iconic covers by some of their favorite musicians.
Their founding drummer, the legendary Roger Earl, and his wife and manager Linda stopped by the LifeMinute Studios to tell us all about it, including what makes him keep turning out the goods over and over again.
Whether you’ve been a fan since their 1971 beginnings or discovered them through Guitar Hero, in movies such as Dazed and Confused, or on TV—their legacy is written in Rock & Roll history with eight Gold records, one Platinum record, and one Double-Platinum record. Through ups and downs, tragedies and triumphs, one thing remains constant: their unwavering passion and dedication to the music. If you get to see them live, it’s even better. Earl says Foghat is all about the live experience. Check out tour dates at foghat.com/tour.
Sonic Mojo can be had on CD, digital, and an awesome purple vinyl. And if you’re lucky, you can catch them on tour.
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She’s known as the “Queen of Christmas,” and with 13 albums and more than 1,000 songs dedicated to the holiday (she lost count at 1,200), Elizabeth Chan is definitely worthy of that title. She even won a legal case to keep Mariah Carey from trademarking the festive nickname.
And now the world’s only full-time Christmas music recording artist is living up to that statement by having her 6-year-old daughter, Noelle, the “Princess of Christmas,” join her on her latest album, Songs from Noelle.
The adorable mother-daughter duo stopped by the LifeMinute studios to tell us about the album and perform the track “Christmas Time.”
This is a LifeMinute with the queen and princess of Christmas.
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Broadway legend, actress, singer, and newly married Kristin Chenoweth has a lot going on. She is starring in a new singing tour this holiday season and debuting as Command Brand’s Partner-in-Cheer, sharing her love of the holidays and her secret decorating tips and tricks. She’s leading the call for nominations to give the merrymaker in your life the ultimate big decorating energy by entering them for a chance to win a Command Brand décor kit and $25,000 to make their holiday season a little brighter.
To nominate someone who always makes the holidays magical, follow and comment on Instagram.com/Command with a brief description of why the magic merrymaker in your life is deserving of a chance to award them with Command Brand products, holiday décor, and a $25,000 gift card – the ultimate Command cheer package to turn their home into a winter wonderland.
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As one of the most influential rock bands of all time, The Rolling Stones marks 60 years in the biz. The biggest stars in country music are paying homage with a star-studded newly released documentary about the making of Stoned Cold Country, the 60th-anniversary tribute album cementing the band's impact on the country music scene.
It was all created by country music powerhouse producer and director Robert Deaton, known as an influencer of popular culture and the music world, working with superstars across all genres, including Garth Brooks, Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, and Chris Stapleton. Since 2007, Deaton has served as executive producer of country music’s biggest night of the year, the CMA Awards.
The album, which Deaton calls "a love letter to The Rolling Stones from Nashville,” includes performances by country greats Eric Church, Lainey Wilson, Zac Brown Band, Brooks & Dunn, Little Big Town, and more.
We caught up with Deaton, who assembled the talent and produced the album and the documentary to hear all about.
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Public figures are intertwined in our lives, and their deaths can leave us grappling with a rollercoaster of emotions. Here is insight that may explain why we grieve and guidance to navigate the process and take care of ourselves.
Celebrities become part of our lives through their work, performances, and public personas. We may have grown up watching them on screen, listening to their music, or admiring their athletic skills. Their impact on our lives creates a personal connection, making their loss feel like the death of a loved one. It's natural to feel sad when they die. Connect with friends or online communities who share your emotions so you can feel supported.
In the age of digital media, feelings of loss may be intensified by the constant deluge of new information, social media updates, and articles. Those feelings can be amplified because of our accessibility to platforms where public figures share intimate details or photos of their lives. This can make us feel like we have a personal relationship with them. Allow yourself to take a break from news or social media to avoid overwhelming grief triggers.
It's not uncommon for a star’s death to trigger emotions relating to the passing of someone we knew and loved or connect us to our own mortality. Maintaining regular routines can provide a sense of comfort and security. If you are struggling or unable to carry out daily tasks, seek help from a licensed mental health professional.
We often bond with people in the public eye because they trigger nostalgic memories of experiences in our own lives. Pay those positive memories forward by considering a donation to a charity or cause associated with their passions or interests.
The art and talent of a celebrity can inspire us, offer solace, or make us laugh. When they pass away, it can feel like a source of comfort and inspiration has been taken from us. Revisit their work and celebrate the legacy they left behind. It’s a way to keep their memory alive.
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Chris Stapleton broke his own record, by taking home Male Vocalist of the Year for the seventh time at the CMA Awards on Wednesday night.
The Kentucky-born singer shared his advice for following your dreams after the show. “If you dream of being a musician don’t just dream, do,” he said, “If you have dreams of being in Nashville then you have to come to Nashville…it takes some commitment, and it takes a lot of dedication to a craft and it takes some hard work but also just loving it enough to keep doing it.”
Stapleton also shared what it was like being involved in his “hero,” Willie Nelson's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction last week, calling it “one of my favorite musical moments I maybe ever had.”
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It is no doubt that the guys of Old Dominion, Matthew Ramsey, Trevor Rosen, Whit Sellers, and Geoff Sprung have solidified their staying power in country, especially after their sixth win for CMAs Vocal Group of the Year on Wednesday night.
“Now it feels like we are building a legacy a little bit,” said Rosen, “Years from now when we look back it’s something to be proud of.”
But the group isn’t letting their ongoing success go to their heads, in fact they are committed to giving back to fans. “We recently sort of came to the realization that this is much bigger than us,” said lead singer Ramsey, “We’ve adopted the attitude of service and realized that’s the life we signed up for.”
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HARDY was on a high from performing and winning not one but two awards at the CMAs in Nashville on Wednesday night. The singer-songwriter scored both Music Video of the Year and Musical Event of the Year for “Wait in the Truck” featuring Lainey Wilson.
The rising star said he wept the first time he heard the song fully produced. He then told his now wife, Caleigh, “I think I wrote the best song that I’ve ever written in my life…and I just knew this song is going to help people.”
Earlier in the evening he was joined on stage by Post Malone and Morgan Wallen for a Joe Diffie medley to honor the late country singer.
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Country crooner, Luke Combs took home Single of the Year for his cover of Tracy Chapman’s 1988 hit “Fast Car.” While Chapman made history for becoming the first black songwriter to win CMAs Song of the Year, 35 years after its debut.
Luke Combs says he did not record the cover of the iconic song for recognition but because he “loves music.”
Although Combs never met Chapman, he shouted her out after the win calling her a “trendsetting, barrier breaking artist.”
“All credit to Tracy for writing one of the best songs ever,” he told us after the win, “I would just tell her thank you and congratulations.”
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Jelly Roll is living in the moment and feeling the love, after his CMA Awards New Artist of the Year win. “I am in an era I just want to love people and be loved,” said the Nashville Native in the press room after the CMAs in Nashville Wednesday evening.
The “Need a Favor” singer, exclaimed, “It’s been one of the greatest stories ever told, an almost forty-year-old man won New Artist of the Year after releasing 300 songs in his career.”
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Brothers T.J. Osborne and John Osborne are not taking another CMAs win for granted. The group picked up their sixth Vocal Duo of the Year at last night’s CMA Awards in Nashville Tennessee.
“I definitely don’t want to miss any of this.. every moment,” said John backstage in the press room after the win.
T.J. echoed his brother’s sentiments, “I wonder if this is the last year we get to feel like we are on top of the world and then it… it keeps happening and… I think the thing I need to change… is probably just wake up and realize that we are going to be here for a while, at least I hope.”
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If there is a role model for young girls today, it is country star Lainey Wilson. The singer swept last night's CMA Awards, taking home an impressive five trophies for Entertainer of the Year, Album of the Year, Female Vocalist of the Year, Musical Event of the Year and Music Video of the Year for “Wait in the Truck.”
Wilson’s wins tie the one-year record, first set by Johnny Cash in 1969 and later matched by Vince Gill (1993) and Alan Jackson (2002) and she topped Alison Krauss, Taylor Swift and Miranda Lambert's four wins in a night, to claim the female record.
Her perseverance in the country music scene has paid off after years in Nashville pursuing her dreams. The rising star realizes that with her success comes big responsibility.
“It means a lot to think there’s a lot of little girls watching and looking up to me,” she said after the show last night in Nashville, “I do feel a big responsibility, but I feel like I got it. I feel like I can do it. I’m not going to step outside of something… that I wouldn’t be proud of 30 years from now.
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Fresh off the stage from opening the CMA Awards with Jelly Roll, Wynonna Judd shares what it was like performing with the New Artist of the Year winner, core CMA memories, and what The Judds tribute album means to her.
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The hilarious duo reprise their roles of hosts for the 57th Annual CMA Awards. We caught up with Luke Bryan and Peyton Manning at a press conference a day ahead of the big event in Nashville to see what they have instore for us this year. The guys chat about this year’s surprise tributes, what’s going through the nominees minds, why they love country music and more.
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Filmmaker Michelle Danner takes on the story behind the most famous rape in American history in Miranda’s Victim, starring Abigail Breslin, Andy Garcia, Ryan Phillippe, Luke Wilson, Donald Sutherland, and Mireille Enos. The film tells the story of teenager Patricia "Trish" Weir (Abigail Breslin), who was kidnapped and raped by Ernesto Miranda (newcomer Sebastian Quinn) as she returned home from her job at a suburban Phoenix, Arizona movie theater. It was the early 60s when rape victims were often shamed into silence, and legal recourse seemed impossible —but Trish bravely stood up and helped bring her assailant to justice, which also led to one of the most influential Supreme Court decisions in the modern era, establishing Miranda Rights.
We sat down with Danner virtually to find out what it was like to take on the retelling of such a harrowing and impactful case while working alongside the talented cast. The director and successful acting coach also told us what she wants the audience to take away from the film that has already earned her “Best Female Director” at the LA Independent Women Film Awards.
“I want people to be inspired to keep finding the courage to come forth, to tell their stories if something like that happened...don’t keep it buried,” said Danner.
Miranda’s Victim is now in select theaters and available On Demand.
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Rick Springfield is the gift that keeps on giving. The Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, musician, actor, and best-selling author who's been wowing fans for more than forty years, says he manifests life and what he wants out of it. And luckily for us, what he wants is to just keep doing what he's doing. “I love what I do, and I think that's the most important thing…I don’t want to sit on the beach and drink mai tais and retire. If I did that, I’d want to get a band together and go and play.” Ironically, while he has no plans to become a beach bum, he is promoting his new rum brand, Beach Bar Rum, with his partner and longtime pal, Sammy Hagar, and a whole heck of a lot of other stuff.
It’s hard to believe this iconic heartthrob is 74, still electrifying on stage and off as he was in the ‘70s and ‘80s, he's just released brand new material...his 23rd studio album, and first in five years, Automatic, 20 new songs he wrote, produced, and performed all on his own. Stylistically, he describes it somewhere in between his 1981 certified U.S. platinum Working Class Dog and 1985’s Tao, filled with guitar-based power pop and keyboards. He explains the record's title track he dreamt about. "I'm really not quite sure what it's about. I woke up at three in the morning, wrote down the song I had in my head, got up the next day, and finished it. But it was just kind of stream-of-consciousness stuff. There's a message in there. I just haven't figured out what it is yet.”
Whatever message you take from it, one thing's for certain — you won’t get the poppy tune out of your head or the remaining 19 tracks. His goal, he says — “solid three-minute tunes with the biggest hooks I could come up with.”
Mission accomplished.
The album was engineered by and dedicated to Springfield’s friend and longtime sound man, Matty Spindel, who passed away late last year.
We caught up with Springfield backstage before his New York performance at The Paramount in Huntington last month to hear all about it and more, including his keys to longevity, 39-year marriage to Barbara Porter (who was right there with us during the interview) strategies for positive mental and physical wellness, and his "pretend DJ" gig on SiriusXM.
This is a LifeMinute with the one and only Rick Springfield.
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Model Leni Olumi Klum is following in her famous mom, Heidi Klum’s, footsteps. We caught up with the 19-year-old at Alice + Olivia’s Spring 2024 New York Fashion Week presentation, where she shared her biggest beauty and fashion tips and more.
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We caught up with the beautiful actress, Angela Bassett at Pamella Roland's Spring show at New York Fashion Week last month for her best life advice. She also filled us in on what she's been up to, her current fashion obsession, travel essentials, what she considers her "dream role," and advice for aspiring actors.
Mixing blues and Bach with jazz and rock…singer-songwriter and pianist Peter Cincotti is something special. The 40-year-old caught the ear of music execs as a pre-teen and started playing real gigs by age 13. At 20, he opened for Ray Charles and gained worldwide success performing at the most prestigious venues around the globe.
On the heels of the 20th anniversary of his first record, produced by the legendary Phil Ramone, Cincotti just released his 6th album, Killer on the Keys, with 12 brilliant tracks that pay homage to his icons. Not only do they span generations and genres, but uniquely combine them to create a sound all his own — a la Ben Folds’ “Brick” and Lady Gaga’s “Poker Face” to Joplin and Brimhall’s “The Entertainer.”
There are also original autobiographical tracks that tell the story of his life. From being born and raised in New York City to being on the road, to the death of his dear father on the night of his first professional gig at just 13 years old. It's beautiful, poignant, and a tear-jerker. Don’t fret. The rest of the album picks you right back up, and you’re boogying in your seat in no time.
Find Killer on the Keys on all digital platforms, and to find out where Peter is playing near you, visit PeterCincotti.com.
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Third-generation NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt Jr. is one busy guy. The 15-time consecutive NASCAR most popular driver, Busch Series champ two years in a row, and two-time Daytona 500 winner still races professionally to “keep himself current.” He is also a champion team owner, an analyst for NBC Sports, a podcast host, the author of three bestselling books, and a brand new children’s book, Buster Gets Back on Track, that was just released, to help parents teach kids about not letting their emotions get the better of them.
We recently caught up with this mega powerhouse and devoted husband and dad of two at the LifeMinute Studios to hear all about what fuels his winning drive on and off the track.
This is a LifeMinute with Dale Earnhardt Jr.
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Buckcherry's Josh Todd knows what his fans want — a rocking good time. He has been clean and sober his entire professional career and with a commitment to honing his craft. He vocalizes daily “finding new places to take his unique range."
Their latest release, Vol. 10, includes 11 tracks, ten new originals, and a bonus cover of Bryan Adams’ “Summer of '69.”
At 52, Todd is one of the most dedicated professionals you could come across, wholeheartedly committed to "giving fans their money’s worth," he says. "Buckcherry has always been about the live experience."
Inspired by everything, including the people around him, the poet says he got into this to write. "I want to own those lyrics as a frontman," Todd said. And own it, he does. Buckcherry is touring with Skid Row, with 100-plus shows so far, and will continue touring into next year. We caught up with him backstage at the Wellmont Theater in New Jersey. This is a LifeMinute with Josh Todd from Buckcherry.
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He is a product of good genes (his brother is Lee Brice), hard work, and a lot of talent. At the intersection of country, southern rock, and R&B, Lewis Brice is one to keep your eyes on. The self-taught singer-songwriting guitarist stopped by our studios earlier this month to play the title track to his latest full-length album, Product Of, and you’ll want to check it out.
This is a LifeMinute with Lewis Brice.
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Soul music luminary Booker T. Jones stopped by the LifeMinute Studios last month. The legendary artist was in town with students from the Stax Music Academy and its Executive Director Pat Mitchell Worley for a special performance at Lincoln Center.
The Stax Music Academy after-school and summer music programs keep the flame of Stax Records alive with today’s youth. The institute also provides professional and mental wellness counseling to its families. It’s the only music institute in the world focusing on the musical art form created at Stax in the 1960s and 70s.
Booker T. also regaled us with stories from his more than seven decades in the music industry and the iconic Stax Records, and working with other musical greats such as Otis Redding, Isaac Hayes, the Staple Singers, Sam & Dave, Willie Nelson, and hundreds more.
This is a LifeMinute with Booker T. Jones.
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You may recognize her face from her decades-long career in TV and film or her recent win on Fox’s The Masked Singer...Actor and Billboard Top 30 charting singer-songwriter Alicia Witt has played her piano-driven pop-rock music worldwide and has poured her latest heartfelt lyrics into Witness, her just-released EP.
This is a LifeMinute with Alicia Witt.
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Actress and Singer Victoria Justice turned 30 this year and has a lot going on; a newly released single, "Only A Stranger," a new movie filming in Thailand, and her latest partnership with Arm & Hammer’s Power Sheets to meet her laundry needs while reducing plastic bottle waste. We sat down with her at home in L.A. this week to get the scoop on all of it. This is a LifeMinute with Victoria Justice.
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Big Time Rush busted on the scene in 2009 with their hit Nickelodeon show of the same name. Kendall Schmidt, James Maslow, Logan Henderson, and Carlos PenaVega became overnight sensations. They went on to release three studio albums, performing across the globe with five tours in three years.
Fast forward to 2020, the boy band held a surprise virtual reunion after a roughly eight-year hiatus to celebrate the 10th anniversary of their smash hit “Worldwide.” A fresh acoustic cover of the song sparked a new era for the group, with a whole new set of people discovering their music, adding to their already solid fanbase.
Giving the fans what they wanted, the guys headed out on their 2022-2023 Forever Tour, which took the band across North and South America, selling more than 300,000 tickets with numerous sellouts - including New York’s legendary Madison Square Garden.
With little downtime, the boys are back with a newly released 10-track album, Another Life, and a 39-city North American Can’t Get Enough Tour that kicked off last month.
We caught up with the band at their stop in Hershey, PA, to hear about the exciting things happening for these guys who just want to spread positivity through their music.
This is a LifeMinute with Big Time Rush.
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At 89 years young, singer, actor, songwriter, and author Pat Boone just released a brand-new single called "Grits" and is gearing up to drop a full-length country project this summer with 25 all-time favorite country classics.
Celebrating the 70th anniversary of his career in showbiz, this legend is more active than ever. He has his own weekly SiriusXM radio show, The Pat Boone Hour, and has released his 28th book,IF: The Eternal Choice We All Must Make.
Boone's recording career includes nearly 50 million records sold, rates #6 among artists with the most consecutive Top 10 hits, among the Top 10 with the most Top 40 hits, and Top 16 with the most No. 1 hits - a testament to his incredible talent and impact on the music industry. He Zoomed in remotely earlier last month to tell us all about it.
This is a LifeMinute with Pat Boone.
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Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves star Sophia Lillis is only 21 years old but is well into her acting career. We caught up with the busy actress at the Tribeca Film Festival premiere of her latest film, The Adults, and asked her what else she has been up to and likes to do when she’s not working.
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Rock icon and guitarist great Carlos Santana came out with his family for the premiere of the documentary Carlos, which chronicles his impressive career. He performed for the Tribeca Film Festival debut of the film at Beacon Theatre in New York City later on Saturday night. We got the inside scoop from filmmaker Rudy Valdez on what it was like to work so closely with the legend and what to expect from the biopic.
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The Alarm’s Mike Peters and his wife and keyboardist, Jules are true examples of strength, hope, and love.
We were so grateful to have them stop by the LifeMinute studios last month, all the way from the U.K., to tell us about the Alarm’s latest full-length release Forwards, a record that could not be more appropriately titled; since it was written by Peters, while in the hospital undergoing treatment for a relapse of Leukemia (that he has been battling since 2005) as well as a life-threatening bout with pneumonia. It’s ten uplifting, heart-felt tracks that Alarm fans have been waiting for.
Peters is also taking his Alarm to the road, with shows scheduled in both Europe and the U.S.
On a mission to help others battling cancer, Mike and his wife Jules, a cancer survivor herself, started the Love Hope Strength Foundation; with a mission to saves lives one concert at a time; with funds from shows going to help build cancer centers, purchase medical equipment and supplies, and to host marrow donor drives at festivals and concerts.
Described by U2’s Bono as “The second greatest rock and roll band in the world” Peters formed The Alarm in the UK in the early '80s, with a sound that is often referred to as Bob Dylan meets The Clash. That sound has been heard ‘round the world with 17 Top 50 UK singles, and more than 6 million album sales globally.
The Alarm released Equals (2018) and Sigma (2019), entering the UK Rock charts at Number One. Their 1987 hit song "Rain In the Summertime" was covered by The Killers and Smashing Pumpkins’ Billy Corgan.
During lockdown in 2020, The Alarm broadcast their own weekly music and chat show ‘The Big Night In’, attracting more than 500,000 viewers across the internet. In 2021, the band wrote, recorded and released OMEGA, their most critically acclaimed album to date.
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The Miracle Club star Laura Linney and director Thaddeus O’Sullivan sang the praises of Maggie Smith at the Tribeca Film Festival world premiere of the film in New York City.
The heartwarming story follows close friends across generations Lily (Maggie Smith), Eileen (Kathy Bates), and Dolly (Agnes O'Casey) from Ballyfermot, a hard-knock community in Dublin, Ireland. When the opportunity arises for the women to win a pilgrimage to Lourdes, France, they jump at the chance. With the help of their priest, the women win the trip and embark on a journey that will change their lives.
Linney plays Chrissie, a woman who later joins the women and causes some tension among them. The award-winning actress gushed about the opportunity to work alongside a cast of high-caliber actors, especially Maggie Smith. “Watching Maggie Smith act has just been one of the greatest joys of my life,” she said.
O’Sullivan expressed the same sentiment. “The biggest miracle of all was working with Maggie Smith.”
The Miracle Club comes to theaters on August 17.
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Legendary acting teacher and founder of the Creative Center for the Arts and the Los Angeles Acting Conservatory, Michelle Danner, and Golden Globe, Oscar, and BAFTA nominee Actress, Anne Archer chat about their latest project together; a virtual performance of the one-woman play A Ticket to the Circus by playwright Bonnie Culver based on the memoir by Norris Church Mailer, the wife of playwright/journalist Norman Mailer.
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Bad Things stars Gayle Rankin, Hari Nef, Annabelle Dexter-Jones, and Rad Pereira joined the writer/director of the horror film Stewart Thorndike at the Tribeca Film Festival premiere at the Village East by Angelika in New York City Friday night.
The film follows a group of friends in the Northeast on a weekend getaway at a snowy resort that sounds like just what the doctor ordered. An opportunity to reconnect, relax, and recuperate among serene, snow-capped mountains and trees. But peace doesn’t last long as the ghosts of guests past and relationships long buried come to light. Soon enough, their trip transforms into a psychological tailspin and bloody nightmare as both long-deceased guests and the space itself come to life, and the group turns on each other in a race to stay alive.
We chatted with the cast about their characters and what’s next for them.
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The Good Half cast,Nick Jonas, Brittany Snow, David Arquette, Matt Walsh, and Elisabeth Shue, as well as directorRobert Schwartzman, came out for the premiere of the comedy/drama at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York City on Thursday.
The film follows Nick Jonas as Renn, an emotionally distant writer who returns to his hometown of Cleveland for his beloved mother’s funeral after having spent years successfully avoiding interactions with his high-strung sister (Brittany Snow), bumbling but well-meaning father (Matt Walsh), and untrustworthy step-father (David Arquette). While in town, he forges a new relationship with a charming, energetic stranger (Alexandra Shipp) who pushes him to realize that he can’t avoid conflict forever — with his family or within himself.
LifeMinute chats with the cast about acting in the emotional film, and they share their own struggles with grief.
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American Ballet Theatre Principal Dancer, mother, wife, activist, and actor/producer Misty Copeland premiered her latest work, Flower, a 28-minute art-activism film for the Tribeca Film Festival at Spring Studios in New York City Thursday. The cast and legendary choreographers Rich + Tone Talauega, who worked on the project, came out to see the film along with Chris Rock.
Flower is a poignant take on community, belonging, and intergenerational equity, directed by Lauren Finerman, in which Copeland stars and serves as producer. This film also marks the return to performance for Copeland after a multi-year hiatus.
How does Misty balance being a new mom, performer, and producer while keeping her mental health in check? “I have an amazing support system...I wouldn't be in this position without the mentors that I have. My incredible husband," she said. "It's all working towards the same goal to make ballet and dance more accessible and to make people feel that this is a world they can be a part of and should be a part of.”
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She’s a revered guitarist and songwriter, and at just 34 years old, Nili Brosh has a lot to say, albeit without words. Her latest singles, “Lavender Mountains” and “Song for Hope,” are beautiful poetic melodies that make you feel happy, calm, and just what the latter name suggests, hopeful.
Whether it’s playing the iconic theme from The Simpsons with Danny Elfman, Michael Jackson’s “Beat It” at Cirque du Soleil (yes, she does that too), or banging out those fast metal riffs with Dethklok, it’s clear that Nili’s side work continues to pour inspiration back into her writing.
We definitely deem her one to watch. This is a LifeMinute with Nili Brosh.
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Crystal Waters has been called one of the most successful and influential dance music artists in history. The multi-platinum singer, songwriter, and producer took over the dance music scene with her 1991 signature smash, "Gypsy Woman (She's Homeless).”
In 1994, she turned out another sensation, "100% Pure Love," which held strong on the Billboard Hot 100 chart for almost a year, making it one of the longest charting songs.
She boasts 12 No. 1 Hits from 15 Top 10 Hits on the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart. Her music has been sampled and covered by T.I., Mary Mary, Pitbull, Alicia Keys, G-Eazy, and many more.
Still going strong more than 30 years later, Crystal hosts the monthly podcast “I Am House Radio" and a SiriusXM radio show. She also is still cranking out new music with two recent singles, “2B Luv” and "Love One Another," featuring Soul Central and Robin S.
The house music legend stopped by the LifeMinute studios to tell us all about her latest tour and new music, including an upcoming album.
This is a LifeMinute with Crystal Waters.
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She’s one of the greatest rock guitarists of our time, a four-time Grammy nominee, a Rock Hall of Fame legend, and one of this year’s Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award honorees.
Singer, songwriter Nancy Wilson shot to fame with her sister, Ann, and their Seattle band Heart in the early ‘70s. She recorded 16 albums, sold more than 35 million albums worldwide, and had countless chart-topping hits over the years.
Revered by many, including her peers, as one of the greatest guitar players of all time, she single, well double-handedly, gave birth to what later became known as grunge in the early ‘90s Seattle scene; that wildly dissonant (as she calls it) melody, filled with flat chords. Give the 1978 song “Mistral Wind” a listen and you’ll hear it immediately.
She recently released her first solo album, You and Me, with 12 tracks, including back-ups from Sammy Hagar, Duff McKagan of Guns N' Roses, and the late, great Taylor Hawkins. It also includes a tribute to her friend, Eddie Van Halen, whose 2020 loss looms large still. She also released a tribute song to Hawkins entitled “Amigo Amiga" which she started writing a few days after his passing. All proceeds from the release of the single benefit MusiCares, an initiative that offers personal support to the music community.
We were fortunate to have her stop by the LifeMinute studios and hear all about it, get to celebrate her birthday, play us an acoustic set and tell us everything else she's been up to; including touring with her band, a brand new management company; called Roadcase, and hopes of a possible Heart reunion. At 69 years young, the soon to be grandmother, is absolutely stunning, and we cover that too.
This is a LifeMinute with the one and only Nancy Wilson.
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TIME held its 17th annual TIME100 Gala, celebrating TIME's list of the world's most influential people, at Frederick P. Rose Hall, home of Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City last night. Kim Kardashian, Michael B. Jordan, Salma Hayek, Drew Barrymore, Steve Lacy, Ashley Graham, Padma Lakshmi, Thom Browne, Tiffany Haddish, Don Lemon, Molly Ringwald, Nathan Chen, and Mia and Ronan Farrow attended the star-studded event, which was hosted by Jennifer Coolidge and featured musical performances by Doja Cat and Lea Michele. We chatted with some of the stars and honorees to ask what it means to be influential. Watch "TIME100: The World's Most Influential People" on Sunday, April 30 at 7/6c on ABC, and stream on Hulu and Disney+.
Peter Pan & Wendy cast members Jude Law, Yara Shahidi, Ever Anderson, Jim Gaffigan, and Alyssa Wapanatâhk came out for a special screening of the film at New York’s South Street Seaport Museum Tuesday night. LifeMinute was there, on the ship deck to get the scoop from the stars about the live-action reimagining of the J.M. Barrie novel and the 1953 animated classic.
Law, who takes on the role of villain, Captain Hook told us putting together the look of his character is what he enjoyed most. “There were so many iconic kind of brushstrokes already in place..the color of the jacket, but we were interested in why is the jacket red? What does the hook look like? Piecing all of those things together was probably the most fun.”
You can stream the Disney+ Original movie on the platform starting Friday, April 28.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/movies/video/jude-law-taking-role-captain-hook-peter-pan-wendy
Social media can be a force for good. But it is also one of the biggest threats to the mental health of young individuals today. Cultural icon Lizzo has partnered with the Dove Self-Esteem Project to do something about it. She is joining forces with Dove again to promote self-esteem and confidence in young people. The star was in Los Angeles last week at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Monica, lending her voice in support of protecting kids from exposure to harmful and addictive content on social media.
Believing beauty should be a source of confidence, not anxiety, Dove is calling on social media platforms to do more to make it a more positive and safe place for kids. In partnership with Common Sense Media and ParentsTogether Action, they are pushing to advance the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), which supports updated design standards, safeguards, and tools that protect the overall experiences online of children and limit their exposure to toxic beauty content, proven to erode their self-esteem.
“Our phone has a lot of power over our emotions. So…we gonna take a little break,” said the artist. “You already work so hard at school. You spend so much time being kind to your family and friends, and now you need to be kind to yourself.”
New Dove Self-Esteem Project research shows 8 in 10 youth mental health specialists say social media is fueling a mental health crisis. More than half say exposure to harmful beauty content can lead to physical consequences like disordered eating or self-harm. So to shine a light even further, Dove created this film with mental health and disordered eating experts entitled Cost of Beauty.
They are encouraging you to join the Dove Self-Esteem Project to help. Learn more and sign the official petition at dove.com/kidsonlinesafety. And join the conversation at #kidsonlinesafety.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/lizzo-joins-dove-self-esteem-project-make-social-media-safer-place-children
The Pretty Reckless frontwoman, Taylor Momsen, knows how to rock. But when it comes to musical inspiration, she doesn’t always know where to draw from. We recently chatted with her about her music backstage at New York Fashion Week. “That’s what makes writing so torturous,” she explained. “You kind of have to wait for inspiration to hit you.”
The artist says she’s always keeping her eyes and ears open. “You can’t force it,” she explained. Momsen continues working on new projects with the band as they do shows.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/taylor-momsen-talks-musical-inspirations-and-influences
When it comes to songwriting, Natasha Bedingfield leaves nothing Unwritten, as we recently learned when we caught up with her at New York Fashion Week. The British-born artist revealed to us that she writes songs every day. “I have hundreds and hundreds of songs that probably no one will ever hear,” she said. “You write a big quantity, and you get the gold.”
The “These Words” singer certainly has had her share of hits, and we look forward to hearing her new music slated to drop next year.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/natasha-bedingfield-her-new-music-and-passion-songwriting
Julianne Hough just announced a brand-new role as host of Dancing with the Stars, where she rose to fame as a pro in the late 2000s. We chatted with her before she could officially spill the beans on her new gig last month at New York Fashion Week. The triple threat also shared the goals she still likes to achieve and how she relaxes and gets her adrenaline pumping. Plus, what she loves about Miley and how the “Flowers” singer inspires her.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/julianne-hough-dishes-her-dream-role-being-adrenaline-junkie-and-what-she-loves
Last month, Colony House released their fourth studio album, The Cannonballers, which they call "eleven of the best songs we have ever recorded." The indie rock band made up of brothers Will and Caleb Chapman (sons of Christian music singer-songwriter Steven Curtis Chapman), as well as Scott Mills and Parke Cottrell, came to the LifeMinute Studios to fill us in on the latest record, their current tour, and what is next for the Tennessee-born group. Check out their tour dates at colonyhousemusic.com/tour.
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Fresh off NYFW Fall 2023, Cynthia Rowley chatted with us at the premiere of Inside in New York City. The designer hosted her first stand-up comedy fashion show featuring an all-star cast of female comedians, including Nikki Glaser, Rachel Feinstein, Arden Myrin, Rosebud Baker, Claudia Oshry, Ego Nwodim, and Michelle Buteau, last month.
When she’s not working, Rowley says she catches waves on her surfboard at the beach or back home biking around Manhattan. As for her style? She prefers pants these days.
Actor, musician, and businessman Micky Dolenz continues to stay busy. We caught up with him at the premiere of Inside in New York City. The Monkees sensation filled us in on his new book I’m Told I Had A Good Time: The Micky Dolenz Archives, Volume One. It chronicles his early life through photography, artwork, handwritten lyrics, scripts, and assorted ephemera.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/lifeminute-musician-micky-dolenz
The 95th annual Academy Awards were live from LA's Dolby Theatre last night. The big winner of the night? Everything Everywhere All at Once. The film received the Best Picture of the year and stars Michelle Yeoh won Best Actress, Ke Huy Quan Best Supporting Actor and Jamie Lee Curtis Best Supporting Actress. Co-Directors Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert shared the award for Best Director and Best Original Screenplay.
All Quiet on the Western Front, also swept with four wins including Best International Film, Best Cinematography, Best Original Score and Best Production Design.
Best Animated Film went to Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio and Brendan Fraser took home his first Oscar for his comeback performance in The Whale.
Watch the video here: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/oscars-2023-big-winners
See full list of winners below.
Best Picture
All Quiet on the Western Front
Avatar: The Way of Water
The Banshees of Inisherin
Elvis
Everything Everywhere All at Once – WINNER
The Fabelmans
Tár
Top Gun: Maverick
Triangle of Sadness
Women Talking
Best Actor
Austin Butler (Elvis)
Colin Farrell (The Banshees of Inisherin)
Brendan Fraser (The Whale) – WINNER
Paul Mescal (Aftersun)
Bill Nighy (Living)
Best Actress
Cate Blanchett (Tár)
Ana de Armas (Blonde)
Andrea Riseborough (To Leslie)
Michelle Williams (The Fabelmans)
Michelle Yeoh (Everything Everywhere All at Once) - WINNER
Best Supporting Actor
Brendan Gleeson (The Banshees of Inisherin)
Brian Tyree Henry (Causeway)
Judd Hirsch (The Fabelmans)
Barry Keoghan (The Banshees of Inisherin)
Ke Huy Quan (Everything Everywhere All at Once) - WINNER
Best Supporting Actress
Angela Bassett (Black Panther: Wakanda Forever)
Hong Chau (The Whale)
Kerry Condon (The Banshees of Inisherin)
Jamie Lee Curtis (Everything Everywhere All at Once) – WINNER
Stephanie Hsu (Everything Everywhere All at Once)
Best Animated Film
Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio – WINNER
Marcel the Shell with Shoes On
Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
The Sea Beast
Turning Red
Best Director
Martin McDonagh (The Banshees of Inisherin)
Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert (Everything Everywhere All at Once) – WINNER
Steven Spielberg (The Fabelmans)
Todd Field (Tár)
Ruben Östlund (Triangle of Sadness)
Best Adapted Screenplay
All Quiet on the Western Front - Edward Berger, Lesley Paterson, Ian Stokell
Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery - Rian Johnson
Living - Kazuo Ishiguro
Top Gun: Maverick - Screenplay by Ehren Kruger and Eric Warren Singer and Christopher McQuarrie; Story by Peter Craig and Justin Marks
Women Talking - Sarah Polley - WINNER
Best Original Screenplay
The Banshees of Inisherin - Martin McDonagh
Everything Everywhere All at Once - Daniel Kwan, Daniel Scheinert – WINNER
The Fabelmans - Steven Spielberg, Tony Kushner
Tár - Todd Field
Triangle of Sadness - Ruben Östlund
Best Cinematography
All Quiet on the Western Front – WINNER
Bardo, False Chronicle of a Handful of Truths
Elvis
Empire of Light
Tár
Best Film Editing
The Banshees of Inisherin
ElvisEverything Everywhere All at Once – WINNER
Tár
Top Gun: Maverick
Best Original Score
All Quiet on the Western Front – WINNER
Babylon
The Banshees of Inisherin
Everything Everywhere All at Once
The Fabelmans
Best Original Song
"Applause" from Tell It Like a Woman (Music and Lyric by Diane Warren)
"Hold My Hand" from Top Gun: Maverick (Music and Lyric by Lady Gaga and BloodPop)
"Lift Me Up" from Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (Music by Tems, Rihanna, Ryan Coogler and Ludwig Goransson; Lyric by Tems and Ryan Coogler)
"Naatu Naatu" from RRR (Music by M.M. Keeravaani; Lyric by Chandrabose) – WINNER
"This Is a Life" from Everything Everywhere All at Once (Music by Ryan Lott, David Byrne and Mitski; Lyric by Ryan Lott and David Byrne)
Best Visual Effects
All Quiet on the Western FrontAvatar: The Way of Water – WINNER
The Batman
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
Top Gun: Maverick
Best Sound
All Quiet on the Western Front
Avatar: The Way of Water
The Batman
ElvisTop Gun: Maverick - WINNER
Best Costume Design
BabylonBlack Panther: Wakanda Forever – WINNER
Elvis
Everything Everywhere All at Once
Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris
Best Makeup & Hairstyling
All Quiet on the Western Front
The Batman
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
ElvisThe Whale - WINNER
Best Production Design
All Quiet on the Western Front – WINNER
Avatar: The Way of Water
Babylon
Elvis
The Fabelmans
Best Documentary Feature
All That Breathes
All the Beauty and the Bloodshed
Fire of Love
A House Made of SplintersNavalny - WINNER
Best Documentary Short Subject
The Elephant Whisperers – WINNER
Haulout
How Do You Measure a Year?
The Martha Mitchell Effect
Stranger at the Gate
Best Animated Short
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse – WINNER
The Flying Sailor
Ice Merchants
My Year of Dicks
An Ostrich Told Me the World Is Fake and I Think I Believe It
Best Live-Action Short
An Irish Goodbye – WINNER
Ivalu
Le Pupille
Night Ride
The Red Suitcase
Best International Film
All Quiet on the Western Front (Germany) – WINNER
Argentina, 1985 (Argentina)
Close (Belgium)
EO (Poland)
The Quiet Girl (Ireland)
In partnership with the largest pure-play children’s retailer, The Children’s Place, legendary football champion and former Giants quarterback Eli Manning spread cheer to hundreds of children and families this week. The duo teamed up with Tackle Kids Cancer, an organization that supports pediatric cancer research efforts, by visiting the Children’s Cancer Institute at Hackensack Meridian Health.
The giving didn’t stop there. Manning later reunited with former teammate Shaun O'Hara to huddle up at Superdome Sports to host more than 300 children and their families for an afternoon of fun and football. For every ball made through the target, The Children’s Place will donate $5 to Tackle Kids Cancer.
For more info, go to childrensplace.com.
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Women's History Month is here as well as International Women's Day (March 8) and we are kicking it off with a kick-ass playlist for the ladies. Check out ten of our fave female ballads below.
“Independent Women, Pt. 1” - Destiny's Child
“Man! I Feel Like A Woman” - Shania Twain
“Can't Hold Us Down” - Christina Aguilera
“Fight Song” - Rachel Platten
“Woman” - Kesha ft. The Dap-Kings Horns
“I’m Every Woman” - Chaka Khan
“Confident” - Demi Lovato
“Brave” - Sara Bareilles
"I Am Woman" - Helen Reddy
“Roar” - Katy Perry
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/lifeminutes-top-10-womens-empowerment-songs
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. For those of you who are single and not in the mood to mingle, we’ve got a heartfelt anti-love playlist just for you. Rock out to these songs while picking up flowers for yourself, enjoying your favorite pizza and wine, and winding down in a relaxing bath. Best date ever.
Miley Cyrus - “Flowers”
Lizzo - “Special”
Dua Lipa - “Don’t Start Now”
The All-American Rejects - “Gives You Hell”
Hailee Steinfeld - “Love Myself”
Good Charlotte - “I Don’t Wanna Be In Love”
J. Geils Band - “Love Stinks”
Nessa Barrett - “I Hope Ur Miserable Until Ur Dead”
Guns N’ Roses - “Used to Love Her”
Rolling Stones - “Dead Flowers”
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/10-bangers-your-anti-valentines-day-playlist
80 for Bradyleading ladies; Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, Sally Field, and Rita Moreno joined their co-star and football legend Tom Brady at the Westwood theater in Los Angeles last night for the movie premiere. Cast membersBilly Porter, Harry Hamlin, and Patton Oswalt were also there to chat about the new flick based on the true story of four best friends who embark on a wild trip to see their hero, Tom Brady, in the 2017 Super Bowl. The stars said the fun film is all about friendship and football.
“There's the football. There's the older women. There's the hijinks, there's the romp of it all,” said Sally Field. “Some of the friendships I have that are the people in this film have truly inspired my life.”
Lily Tomlin echoed those sentiments. “It's about female friendship and how that sustains them for years and years,” said Tomlin.
Rita Moreno, who treasures her close friendships, expressed how she became close with her female castmates. “They're so professional. They're very funny. They're smart. They're wise. They are everything a girlfriend should be,” she said. “And we have become friends. That's pretty fabulous.”
As for Tom Brady, he announced his NFL retirement for the second time via Tweet this morning. According to his co-stars, he may have a future in acting ahead of him. “Tom is a very good actor. He listens very carefully,” said Tomlin, while Jane Fonda called him a “natural actor.”
The seven-time Super Bowl champ, who watched the movie for the 9th time at the premiere, said he was nervous showing up on set. “There are many accomplished actors, and they bring so much….They put their heart and soul into it," said Brady. "I kind of come in as an amateur and just admire what they've done over their long career."
You can catch 80 for Brady in theaters on February 3.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/movies/video/lily-tomlin-jane-fonda-rita-moreno-sally-field-and-tom-brady-say-80-brady-all-about
Stephen Curry came out for the Sundance Film Festival world premiere of his new documentary, Stephen Curry: Underrated on Monday at the Eccles Theatre in Park City, Utah. Those most important to his story were there to support the basketball star, including his wife, Ayesha Curry, mother, Sonya Curry, and Bob McKillop, former head coach of the Davidson College Wildcats. We talked to some of them at the big premiere of the Apple Original Films/ A24 bio-pic and Peter Nicks, the director/producer of the documentary.
The remarkable coming-of-age story of one of the most influential, dynamic, and unexpected players in the history of basketball: Stephen Curry. This feature documentary — blending intimate cinéma vérité, archival footage, and on-camera interviews — documents Curry’s rise from an undersized college player at a tiny backwater Division I college to a four-time NBA champion, building one of the most dominant sports dynasties in the world.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/movies/video/stephen-curry-speaks-his-new-documentary-stephen-curry-underrated-its-sundance-film
Flora and Son cast, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Eve Hewson, Jack Reynor, Orén Kinlan, and director/producer/writer John Carney came out for the world premiere of the musical-themed film on Sunday at the Sundance Film Festival at The Ray Theatre in Park City, Utah. We got to chat with them about the movie and the importance of music, and its relationship with the film.
In the musical-themed film, Flora, a young mother living in Dublin, lost touch with aspiration long ago. She juggles a sustenance-necessitated childcare job and a fraught co-parenting arrangement with her unkind ex as she tries to raise her son, Max. Flora and Max’s brash rapport is both hilarious and revealing of their struggle to understand each other — she searches for autonomy and self-love, masquerading as selfishness as his longing for independence and self-expression manifests as delinquency. When the two connect over a twice-discarded used guitar, the uniting power of music brings them closer than what simple proximity can provide.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/movies/video/joseph-gordon-levitt-and-eve-hewson-get-musical-new-film-flora-and-son
A masked Eddie Alcazar joined the cast of his latest movie, Divinity, on Saturday night at its Sundance Film Festival premiere at the Egyptian Theatre in Park City, Utah. We got to chat with some of the cast, which includes Stephen Dorff, Bella Thorne, Moises Arias, Jason Genao, Karrueche Tran, Michael O’Hearn, Emily Willis, and composer DJ Muggs, ahead of the film’s debut.
Executive Produced by Steven Soderbergh and directed, written, and produced by Alcazar, Divinity is set in an otherworldly human existence. Scientist Sterling Pierce (Scott Bakula) dedicated his life to the quest for immortality, slowly creating the building blocks of a groundbreaking serum named “Divinity.” Jaxxon Pierce (Stephen Dorff), his son, now controls and manufactures his father’s once-benevolent dream. Society on this barren planet has been entirely perverted by the supremacy of the drug, whose true origins are shrouded in mystery.
Two mysterious brothers (Moises Arias and Jason Genao) arrive with a plan to abduct the mogul. With the help of a seductive woman named Nikita (Karrueche Tran), they will be set on a path hurtling toward true immortality.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/movies/video/stephen-dorff-bella-thorne-karrueche-tran-and-eddie-alcazar-divinity-came-out-sundance
Infinity Pool cast Alexander Skarsgård, Mia Goth, Cleopatra Coleman, Amanda Brugel, and masked figures hit the red carpet premiere of director Brandon Cronenberg’s horror flick at the Sundance Film Festival midnight screening on Saturday. We spoke with the writer/director, Skarsgård, and scream queen, Goth, about the gory film.
The story begins when James (Skarsgård) and Em Foster (Coleman) take off to an all-inclusive beach getaway. James encounters the seductive Gabi (Goth), who promises to show him the hidden side of the island resort. Once beyond the gates, she exposes him to a shocking underworld of violence and sex that pushes his boundaries with terrifying consequences.
The thriller hits theaters today, January 27.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/movies/video/alexander-skarsgard-and-mia-goth-get-wild-and-unhinged-new-horror-film-infinity-pool
The cast forLandscape With Invisible Hand, Tiffany Haddish, Michael Gandolfini, Kylie Rogers, and writer/director Cory Finley, came out on Monday for the premiere of the sci-fi movie at the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah.
The film follows a teenage artist (Asante Blackk) and his girlfriend (Kylie Rogers), who come up with a plan to ensure their families’ futures when an occupying alien race’s promise of economic prosperity leaves most of humanity impoverished and desperate.
Haddish said she stretched in a new direction for the more serious film. See what else the stars had to say before the big premiere, including what they would do if aliens took over and it was their last day on Earth.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/movies/video/tiffany-haddish-stretches-new-direction-role-sci-fi-alien-film-landscape-invisible
You Hurt My Feelings, stars Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Tobias Menzies, hit the Sundance Film Festival for the world premiere of the film written and directed by Nicole Holofcener last Sunday. We chatted with the three about the witty film that “delicately skewers its sharply drawn, imperfect characters' insecurities, privilege, and narcissism.”
The story centers around New York novelist Beth (Julia Louis-Dreyfus), who has been working for years on the follow-up to her somewhat successful memoir, sharing countless drafts with her approving, supportive husband, Don (Tobias Menzies). Her world quickly unravels when she overhears Don admitting to her brother-in-law Mark that he doesn’t like the new book.
While her character defines her success through her husband’s critique of her work, Louis-Dreyfus has a different definition. “I define success by my instinct and the experience of the work," the actress said. "If it feels the way I think it should feel, then it’s successful.”
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/movies/video/julia-louis-dreyfus-defines-what-personal-success-means-her-world-premiere-new-film
Drift stars Cynthia Erivo and Alia Shawkat and director/producer Anthony Chen came out on Sunday for the premiere of their film at the Sundance Film Festival at the Eccles Theater in Park City, Utah.
The film follows Jacqueline (Cynthia Erivo), a young refugee who lands alone and penniless on a Greek island, where she tries first to survive and then to cope with her past. While gathering her strength, she begins a friendship with a rootless tour guide (Alia Shawkat), and together they find the resilience to forge ahead.
Erivo, excited to take on her next role as Elphaba in Wicked opposite Ariana Grande, chatted with us about her most recent work. We asked her for advice on handling the loneliness that her Drift character deals with and the feelings of isolation many feel today. “Find the people around you who you might not even realize care and want to be there for you,” she said. “Reach out and keep reaching out until you find a person who is willing to hear you and listen. That will help to ease the burden, ease the pain.”
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/movies/video/cynthia-erivo-gives-advice-dealing-loneliness-and-isolation-sundance-premiere-drift
Model and ’80s icon Brooke Shields received a standing ovation for Pretty Baby: Brooke Shields, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on Friday in Park City, Utah. In the two-part documentary, director Lana Wilson (Miss Americana, 2020 Sundance Film Festival) reveals Shields’ story through media appearances and archival footage, bringing full context to the time when Shields was coming of age in public.
Starting as a child model, then coming to prominence in the controversial Louis Malle film Pretty Baby at age 12, the early career of the young star was defined by sexuality that she could neither claim nor comprehend. She continued to be objectified in a series of provocative Calvin Klein jeans ads and leading roles in 1980s teensploitation hits The Blue Lagoon and Endless Love.
We asked the now mother of two teen girls for advice for younger women and her younger self. “First of all, try to surround yourself with good people. It's hard to find your own agency," said Shields. "Do the work on yourself. Never underestimate yourself…I think I thought I just never wanted to be a victim to an industry, to culture. To anything.”
Pretty Baby: Brooke Shields will premiere later this year on Hulu.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/movies/video/brooke-shields-what-she-wants-all-young-women-know-pretty-baby-brooke-shields-sundance
The cast of Bad Behaviour, Jennifer Connelly, Ben Whishaw, Alice Englert, Molly O’Shea and Beulah Koale, Dasha Nekrasova and Alice Englert came out to the Sundance Film Festival for the premiere at the film at The Ray Theatre in Park City, Utah on Saturday.
As a mother herself, Connelly told didn’t look to relate to her troubled character who deals with her turbulent relationship with her daughter, but rather sought to understand her and make sense of her.
The Oscar winner takes on the role of Lucy, a former child actor, seeks enlightenment at a retreat led by spiritual leader Elon while she navigates her complicated relationship with stunt-performer daughter, Dylan also played by writer/director, Englert.
The film is the directorial debut for the 29-year-old Australian actress. We asked her how she juggled wearing both a director and actor hat on the film. “I just collaborated with people who wanted to make the same film and so we knew if we were in the pocket or not in some capacity,” she said.
Connelly also enjoyed working closely with the cast and director on the independent film. “It’s fun to work with people that you admire. It’s weirdly less exhausting, I think,” she said, “You know, when you’re feeling like you’re having a great time with the people you’re working with, enjoying those experiences, you know you’re a little tired but it’s exhilarating.”
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/movies/video/jennifer-connelly-understanding-her-bad-behaviour-character-and-her-exhilarating
Still: A Michael J. Fox Moviepremiered on Friday at the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah. The documentary, from Oscar winner Davis Guggenheim (An Inconvenient Truth, 2006 Sundance Film Festival), recounts the remarkable life and career of Michael J. Fox. From his breakout role as Alex P. Keaton on the sitcom Family Ties to Marty McFly in the Back to the Future trilogy, Fox became a superstar in the 80s. But at age 29, Fox was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease.
Guggenheim recalled an interview he read with the actor in the New York Times about how Fox dealt with a terrible fall. “I found in his writing and the way he expressed this terrible moment to be so funny and human and light,” he said. The documentary shows Fox's challenges of living with this incurable disease and his public advocacy for Parkinson’s research with eternal optimism and gratitude. "Michael just kept me laughing. When you see this movie, you're going to see a lot of laughter, a lot of joy," said Guggenheim.
Producer Annetta Marion described the film as being about "love and persistence and tenacity and doing more and doing better with whatever cards you've been dealt.”
Ever the optimist, Fox said, "With gratitude, optimism is sustainable. Just live life and enjoy ourselves." He quipped, "And don’t fall down."
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/movies/video/still-michael-j-fox-movie-gets-standing-ovation-sundance-film-festival-premiere
Based on the novel of the same name by Ottessa Moshfegh, Eileen screened in the Premieres section on Saturday at the Sundance Film Festival. The psychological thriller stars Anne Hathaway, Thomasin McKenzie, Shea Whigham, Marin Ireland, and Owen Teague. Set in the 1960s, it follows a 20-something Eileen (Thomasin McKenzie), a strange young woman who leads a dreary life working as a secretary at a boy’s prison in Massachusetts, then goes home to her cruel, alcoholic father (Shea Whigham). When Rebecca Saint John (Anne Hathaway) joins the prison staff as the new psychologist, Eileen becomes her confidante. But their friendship entangles her in a crime that alters her life.
“I feel so lucky to be in this film and to be in this cast,” said Hathaway. "Everybody is a revelation and a discovery.” McKenzie also described being fortunate to collaborate with talented people like Hathaway, Whigham, and Ireland. “Usually, what I observe the most when I am on set with people I admire, is how they handle themselves,” she said. “And learning from that, especially the people who have found longevity in this kind of crazy career we have dedicated our lives to.”
Whigham, who plays McKenzie's father in the film, described his character as brutal. “We had to figure out the humanity in him...was there any in him without trying to sugarcoat him,” he said. “This relationship is a real relationship. That was one of the challenges I loved... could Thomasin and I find that father-daughter on screen."
To get into the mindset of the movie, Ireland, who had read the novel, also watched the documentary Lost for Life. Moshfeghtold her about the juvenile prison documentary after a Zoom call. “That was such a great place to start,” said Ireland. “Talk about getting myself into the mindset of this thing.”
When it came to the mindset of attending the premiere of Eileen at the Sundance Film Festival, Hathaway had a different perspective coming back to the festival. “I feel like the pandemic was a reset for a lot of people," she said. "When I came to this festival before...I focused a lot on how scary it all was...I am really happy to see everybody, and I am really happy to be here.”
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/movies/video/anne-hathaway-thomasin-mckenzie-shea-whigham-and-marin-ireland-premiere-psychological
Emilia Clarke came out for the premiere of her film The Pod Generation at the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah, on Thursday night. The actress wore Chanel and looked overjoyed to return to the prestigious fest after being virtual since 2020. We asked her where she would be without film and the importance of the art form to humankind.
“Without film, I would be the shell of a human being. Stories make me feel better, and I don’t think I’m the only one,” she said. “It makes us happy; it makes escapism. It makes you feel comfortable. It makes you question yourself, your reality, and the people around you. It makes you relate; you emphasize.”
Writer and director Sophie Barthes told us she's grateful the film was selected. "It's super exciting, and it feels a bit like coming home.” The French-American film director best known for her 2009 film Cold Souls drew from her recent pregnancy to create the sci-fi script. “I think it was my pregnancy and all the crazy dreams I had when I was expecting my first child. I’ve always wanted to make a movie about motherhood...And this is a movie about the commodification of the womb.”
An Alfred P. Sloan Feature Film Prize winner, the film follows a New York couple Rachel (Emilia Clarke) and Alvy (Chiwetel Ejiofor), who live in a not-so-distant future where technology provides convenient maternity by way of detachable artificial wombs, or pods. Rachel and Alvy debate if this new route to parenthood is right for them in this social satire of detachment parenting and magnification of the perils of technology.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/movies/video/emilia-clarke-states-deep-importance-film-sundance-premiere-pod-generation
What’s a day in the life like for actress Peyton List? The Cobra Kai star just wrapped a new show, has her own beauty line, and is setting her sights on a more clear 2023 with new vision, literally. “I just wrapped up season one of a show called School Spirits for Paramount Plus,” she said. “The big theme of the show is if you have trauma or something heavy in your life, you have to face it and deal with it. You have to tackle it head-on.”
List says it was therapeutic to play this kind of role. “I just learned so much from this person, this fictional character, because she's so strong, and I just feel like acting kind of allows for those like really vulnerable conversations and to be able to cry in front of someone or have that release.”
Whether starring in a new role or focusing on her day-to-day life, List told us she also struggled with vision problems since she was a kid and just had an eye procedure called “EVO” to break free from the hassles of contacts and eyeglasses. “I now have 20/20 vision,” she told us. “I've had terrible vision for most of my life. It all started when I couldn't see the chalkboard anymore and was just on a basketball team and was passing to the wrong team. That was when it became clear to my parents. I wore glasses and contacts since then.”
Wearing contacts has been an ongoing struggle for the actress. “They're always getting dusty or dirty or ripping. I've had them tear,” she said. “…Even with doing makeup, if they're touching me up or doing eyeshadow, or eyeliner smudges on my contacts and then I can't see…I'm so glad to be done with it.”
The FDA-approved EVO ICL Visian lenses are designed to correct or reduce myopia (nearsightedness), which affects distance vision, and treatment of astigmatism, which causes blurred vision at all distances. It works by implanting a small, flexible lens in harmony with the natural eye to give you excellent sharp vision day and night without inducing dry eye syndrome. They’re different from other vision correction options in that they can permanently correct or reduce myopia and astigmatism without removing corneal tissue. The procedure is also removable by a doctor for added peace of mind. It takes about 20 to 30 minutes for each eye. Most patients, like List, experience improved vision right afterward.
“I would definitely recommend EVO to anyone in a similar position. I have a twin brother, and I’m convincing him to get EVO,” said List. “To wake up and see and not need to reach for my glasses or contacts...It's so simple of a procedure...It was just the best option for me.”
So, what’s this beauty looking forward to this new year? “I'm setting my sights on surfing,” she said. “Just knowing that I can go in the ocean and not have to worry about my contacts…..maybe this will make me better than the last time I went. Maybe that’s what was holding me back.”
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/peyton-list-sets-her-sights-clearer-2023-upgraded-vision-and-new-projects-works
Iconic actor/musician Corey Feldman stopped by the LifeMinute Studios today. He’s in New York this week to participate in Jordan Peele's film series "The Lost Rider: A Chronicle of Hollywood Sacrifice" presented by Film at Lincoln Center.
The acclaimed director of the films Get Out, Us, and NOPE, Peele, has personally curated four classic films starring Feldman, that personally touched his heart, and serve as a rally to address the moral implications of image taking and child stardom.
Corey Feldman, a longtime advocate of protecting children in the industry, says he’s honored to have four of his films (Stand by Me, Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter, Dream A Little Dream, and The Birthday) selected as part of this important series; in particular; The Birthday, which he considers his most important work.
The film was released in Spain and Germany, where it received multiple awards in 2006 including Best Horror Screenplay and Best Art Direction. Feldman also won the Best Actor award for his performance, at the Luxembourg Film Festival the same year, however the film was never released in the U.S.
Thanks to Jordan Peele fans can finally get to see it and meet the iconic actor afterwards where he’ll be doing a Q&A. Two screenings of the Birthday will take place at Lincoln Center Friday, January 13 at 6:30 pm and 9:15 pm. For tickets filmlinc.org.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/actormusician-corey-feldman-new-york-jordan-peele-us-premiere-what-he-calls-his
The stars were out at the National Board of Review Annual Awards Gala at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City last night. Willie Geist hosted the celebration that pays tribute to cinema.
Colin Farrell was elated to be honored as Best Actor for The Banshees of Inisherin, calling the win “lovely.”
Michelle Yeoh chose apropos words to convey her feelings on winning Best Actress, describing it to us as, “everything…it’s like being everything, everywhere, all at once.”
It was a night of big wins for The Fablemans. Steven Spielberg took home Best Director and Breakthrough Performance went to Gabriel LaBelle, who was presented the award by co-star Paul Dano.
“I got to play Steven’s dad, it’s the coolest thing ever,” divulged Dano, “He gave me all of his family’s archives, all his love, all his time, and he was wonderful to me.”
Best Supporting Actress winner, Janelle Monáe worked the red carpet in Valentino. She shared with us how she prepared for her winning role in Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery.
“I had a wonderful director/writer, Rian Johnson. We had so much fun…he encouraged me to just play,” said the star, “I play a character with secrets so with that comes a big responsibility.”
Finally, Top Gun: Maverick took home the top award for Best Film.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/colin-farrell-michelle-yeoh-and-janelle-monae-their-wins-national-board-review
Beauty Mogul Sally Hershberger didn’t always want to do hair, but her famous friends had other plans, begging her to utilize those incomparable creative gifts. Fast-forward a few years and a gazillion amazing looks she created later, she owns her own salons in New York and LA and started a luxury skincare and haircare brand, which is pure gold (I mean, literally her haircare line is MADE with 24 Karat GOLD.) She dabbles in fashion and home design, she flips houses... (p.s. Jen Aniston bought one of them) and for years I’ve been asking stylists to cut my hair like one of her famous cuts, from the Winona pixie, to not one, but every Meg Ryan film she ever had her hands on.
Finally, at long last, I got to work with the master herself; and she gave me the shag of my dreams. This is a LifeMinute with the one-and-only creative genius of all trades, Ms. Sally Hershberger.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/renowned-hair-stylist-sally-hershberger-strikes-gold
She is a small-town girl with a big voice. Though only 20 years old, Makenzie Phipps has been making her way around the country music scene for quite some time now.
Since she started performing at 14, Phipps has taken the stage everywhere, from local honky tonks to the Grand Ole Opry. The Virginia native, who is now known for her viral acoustic videos with more than 14 million online views, is out with her own music. She hit our studio to tell us about it and perform her new single, "Drag," and upcoming EP.
This is a LifeMinute with one to watch, Makenzie Phipps.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/lifeminutes-one-watch-makenzie-phipps
Virtuoso guitarist, composer, and producer Steve Vai is considered by many to be one of the greatest guitarists of all time. Throughout his 40-year career, he’s sold more than 15 million records, received three Grammy Awards, and has recorded with so many music greats, including Frank Zappa, David Lee Roth, and Whitesnake.
His most recent studio album Inviolate, an instrumental guitar record, is out now. We recently caught up with him at his show at The Capitol Theatre in Port Chester, New York, to hear all about the new record, touring, and playing his epic creation, a triple-neck Ibanez Hydra guitar.
This is a LifeMintue with Steve Vai.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/steve-vai-talks-new-album-inviolate-touring-and-rocking-out-his-epic-triple-neck-hydra
'Tis the season of giving, but these two do it all year round. He’s the legendary drummer for Def Leppard, and she’s the soulful singer-songwriter and renowned mental-health advocate. Together, they combine their unique talents and special gifts to help others with their foundation Raven Drum, which serves veterans, first responders, and others in need. We were fortunate to have our friends Lauren Monroe and Rick Allen back to the LifeMinute TV studios recently to hear all about it and more, including Lauren’s new album Messages from Aphrodite, Rick’s latest artwork, and more.
To learn more about their charitable organizations, visit RavenDrumFoundation.org and 12DrummersDrumming.org.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/def-leppards-rick-allen-and-his-wife-singer-songwriter-lauren-monroe-new-music-and
He’s a Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, an American Songwriters Hall of Famer, and recipient of the BMI Icon Award, as well as numerous American Music and MTV awards, multiple Grammy nominations, and one-half of the best-selling duo of all time, Hall & Oates. John Oates is also an accomplished solo artist. Since forming his creative partnership with Daryl Hall in the early 1970s, they have gone on to record 21 albums, sold more than 80 million units, scored ten number-one records, more than 20 Top 40 hits, and have toured the world for decades.
Since embarking on a solo career in 1999, John has recorded seven solo albums: Phunk Shui, 1000 Miles of Life, Mississippi Mile, The Bluesville Sessions, Good Road To Follow, Arkansas, and John Oates - Live in Nashville with the Good Road Band.
In addition, his 2017 autobiography Change of Seasons became an Amazon best seller. He is now releasing a series of digital singles. The latest is entitled “Pushin' A Rock." It speaks to the struggles we all face in life. We caught up with Oates recently, just before he left for his European tour, to hear all about it and more.
This is a LifeMinute with the legendary John Oates.
Watch the video: http://lifeminute.tv/music/video/john-oates-puts-his-music-good-cause
Puss in Boots: The Last Wishstars Antonio Banderas, Salma Hayek, Harvey Guillen, and Wagner Moura hit the red carpet for the premiere of the animated film last night at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City.
We chat with Banderas about his beloved feline character, whom the world first saw in 2004’s Shrek 2. Puss in Boots went on to get his own spin-off movies Puss in Boots (2011) and Puss in Boots: The Three Diablos (2012), making it ten years since the last release. “It’s almost like visiting an old friend,” the actor said about returning to the role.
In the latest film, Puss is down to the last of his nine lives, leaving him reevaluating life. “But in this movie, he comes to terms with himself in a completely different way, deeper, more complex, more existentialist in a way,” Banderas told us. “It’s been a pleasure to take him to that place because at the end of this adventure, we present to the audience….the end of the adventure is the love of life, and a reflection that is very beautiful is the need that we have for each other…”.
Hayek, who has been friends with Banderas for decades, said she loved working with her longtime co-star. “Sometimes we improvise as Puss in Boots and Kitty Softpaws because we just love the characters,” she told us.
Catch the cats in action when the movie hits theaters on December 21.
Watch the video: http://lifeminute.tv/movies/video/antonio-banderas-and-salma-hayek-longtime-friendship-and-love-their-puss-boots-last
One-third of the legendary blues rock band ZZ Top, Billy F Gibbons, joined us for a chat recently while on the road from their current tour, which ends the year with a December residency in Vegas. The 72-year-old famed guitarist says his “brother in blues” Dusty Hill, who passed last July, instructed his bandmates to continue, and they are.
With an estimated 50 million albums sold to date worldwide, their storied career is a long one. They released five albums over six years (1971’s self-titled debut, 1972’s Rio Grande Mud, 1973’s Tres Hombres, 1975’s Fandango!, and 1976’s Tejas). Then came 1983's Eliminator, signature beards, and some of MTV’s most popular videos of all time, including “Gimme All Your Lovin',” “Sharp Dressed Man,” and “Legs.”
We chatted about the release of Raw, a live recording from their recent Netflix documentary ZZ Top: That Little Ol' Band from Texas, a new whisky, Tres Hombres, that pays homage to their Texas roots, new music, and several tour dates to come in 2023.
This is a LifeMinute with Billy F Gibbons.
Watch the video: http://lifeminute.tv/music/video/zz-top-guitar-god-billy-f-gibbons-gets-raw-new-music-tour-documentary-even-new-brand
In October of ‘77, legendary Rock & Roll Hall of Fame drummer Artimus Pyle and his band Lynyrd Skynyrd boarded a plane on their way to a show that would have a fateful ending. Just a few miles from their destination, the plane, short on fuel, made an emergency landing that took the lives of six people, including founder and creative visionary Ronnie Van Zant, guitarist and co-writer Steve Gaines, and his sister, backup singer, Cassie Gaines. Forty-five years later, the man that gave Skynyrd that powerful and distinctive double bass drumming sound, Artimus Pyle, joined us at the LifeMinute studios to reminisce about his bandmates and tell us how he chooses to honor them today. He continues to play the music of Lynyrd Skynyrd with his Artimus Pyle Band and has written the film Street Survivors: The True Story of the Lynyrd Skynyrd Plane Crash to set the record straight on the events that happened. He’s also got a new album, Artimus Pyle And The Artimus Pyle Band Honors Ronnie Van Zant And Lynyrd Skynyrd, that’s due out next year—available for pre-order now at artimuspyleband.com.
Watch the video: http://lifeminute.tv/music/video/lynyrd-skynyrds-artimus-pyle-honors-bandmates-45-years-after-tragic-plane-crash
The legendary quartet, The Manhattan Transfer, is celebrating its golden anniversary after 50 years of captivating audiences with its dynamic performances and unforgettable vocal harmonies.
In honor of five decades, the 10-time Grammy award-winning group released Fifty, an album revisiting their biggest hits with new arrangements and timeless favorites from George and Ira Gershwin and The Beach Boys.
In addition to the 10-track set, the foursome consisting Alan Paul, Janis Siegel, Cheryl Bentyne and Trist Curless, has also embarked on its final cross-continental tour. Their global expedition includes stops in the US, Europe, the UK, Japan, and Australasia, with dates continuing through 2023.
The Manhattan Transfer has had an incredible career over many years, releasing 19 singles and 29 albums with music featured in major films and television shows.
In 1981, they became the first group to win Grammys in both pop and jazz categories in the same year, and in 1998 they were inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame.
They’ve also recorded with an impressive array of artists, including Tony Bennett, Bette Midler, Smokey Robinson, Laura Nyro, Phil Collins, B.B. King, Chaka Khan, James Taylor, and Frankie Valli.
Since their inception on October 1, 1972, The Manhattan Transfer has endured changing times and replaced two original members, Laurel Massé and Tim Hauser. However, the current members, Janis, Alan, Cheryl, and Trist, have stayed true to the integrity and artistry left by founding member Hauser, who passed away in 2014.
We had the pleasure of speaking to them at our LifeMinute studio, where they told us about the new album, the final tour, and how they have managed to make it in the biz while still capturing the ears of so many after 50 years.
This is a LifeMinute with The Manhattan Transfer.
We caught up with actress and singer Mandy Moore at Union Station Homeless Services in Pasadena yesterday. The new mom of two has partnered with children’s clothing brand Gymboree to spread some holiday cheer, unveiling their first community wardrobe closet, filled to the brim with Gymboreegoodies.
Gymboree, alongside Moore, in partnership with national non-profit Delivering Good, donated more than $500,000 worth of Gymboree clothing and will launch several community wardrobe closets to families in need across the county.
Plus, the star filled us in on her wisdom on balancing work and family, and what she cherishes most around the holidays.
This is a LifeMinute with Mandy Moore.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/mandy-moore-talks-holiday-plans-matching-outfits-kids-and-balancing-it-all-her-now
Celebrity chef, actor, and father of two, David Burtka, joined us in the LifeMinute Studios kitchen last week to ready us for the holidays. He shared his best stress-free holiday cooking, entertaining, and cleaning tips. Plus, what he and hubby Neil Patrick Harris and their twins are doing for Thanksgiving and their favorite holiday traditions.
His biggest tip to eliminate stress from cooking or entertaining guests is to start preparing food the day before the event. To do so, decorate, set your table, measure, and chop your ingredients, so they will be ready to be thrown together when the time comes. Burtka likes to write everything down on paper and cross things off before the big day. “All I have to do is put my turkey in the oven, and I don’t have to worry about it,” he said. “I can watch the parade on TV and let the turkey roast while I spend some time with family.”
He also loves getting his kids involved by having them help decorate cookies. There are things you can do ahead and while cooking to set yourself up for success afterward. For cookie decorating and any other activities that inevitably result in a mess, he recommends laying down some wax paper or plastic wrap to help easily clean your space. Amid all the fun, if you get a stain on your clothes, treat it as soon as possible before throwing it in the laundry later. He likes to use colorless liquid dish soap and a toothbrush to treat the stain and then rinse with cold water.
Some stains, like gravy, require tougher treatment. For additional help, rinse the area with white vinegar after applying and washing off the dish soap. Toss the clothes in the wash with a high-performing laundry detergent, like Arm & Hammer Plus Oxi Clean Laundry Detergent. Before transferring them into the dryer, check to see if the stains are gone. If not, pre-treat and wash again because dryer heat can permanently set the stain. Check out Arm & Hammer laundry’s holiday stain-off challenge on TikTok.
As far as holiday traditions, this family of four always likes to celebrate big. For this Thanksgiving, they are going to LA to catch their friend Elton John’s concert. Burtka said this year he is most thankful for health. “Taking care of yourself and being healthy and taking care of each other is the most important thing I think right now in my life,” said the star.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/holiday-lifeminute-david-burtka-his-best-entertaining-tips-and-how-he-and-hubby
He is co-founder and creative force behind the hugely popular international super group INXS who had their peak in the ‘80s and ‘90s with more than 50 million in album sales, seven US Top 10s, three Grammy nominations, and five MTV Music Awards, with hits “The One Thing,” “Original Sin,” “What You Need,” “New Sensation,” “Devil Inside,” “Never Tear Us Apart,” “Need You Tonight,”and so many more.
Forty years later, the songs Andrew Farriss wrote are still getting their due, most recently from Dua Lipa and her 2020 mega-hit, "Break My Heart.” It uses the beat and melody of the INXS hit “Need You Tonight.”
In the years since, having written and produced for an eclectic group of artists from Tom Jones to Alisan Porter, he’s come out with his first highly anticipated self-titled solo release, a beautiful Americana country album inspired by a trip to the outback and his love of American history, a shining example of the true depth and versatility of his talents.
His accomplishments are vast. They include induction into the Australian Songwriter Hall of Fame and the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) Hall of Fame. His journey has been a storied one starting down the music path at just 14 years old, first playing the piano and then moving to guitar. Farriss and his two brothers, Tim and Jon (who were also to become members of INXS), got their professional music start in Sydney, Australia, in 1977 with a group aptly named The Farriss Brothers. It was in high school when Andrew stepped in to prevent two bullies from picking on Michael Hutchence, that a strong bond, that would later turn into, INXS, was born.
INXS swiftly grew into one of the most popular bands of the era. It was then that the songwriting partnership of Farriss and Hutchence blossomed. Quickly outgrowing their regional popularity in Australia by 1983, INXS was one of the featured acts at the Steve Wozniak (Apple Computers co-founder) produced US Festival in southern California in front of an estimated 250,000 people.
They remained in the stratosphere for the rest of the decade and well into the new one selling out arenas worldwide.
After the tragic passing of frontman and cohort Michael Hutchence in 1997 at age 37, Farriss and INXS soldiered on with a new lead singer, Canadian, J.D. Fortune. The band decided to call it a day in 2012.
We were fortunate to have Farriss visit our studios recently to tell us all about his new musical journey, reminisce about the past, and what’s coming next. This is a LifeMinute with Andrew Farriss.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/andrew-farriss-embarks-new-musical-journey
Actress Gina Rodriguez has teamed up with fashion brand Anne Klein and the Fashion Scholarship Foundation Fund to inspire young design students and give one of them a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to have their t-shirt design sold at Macy’s. This year’s winner is recent SCAD graduate and Puerto Rico native Valeria Nicole.
“It was a beautiful synchronicity," said Rodriguez. "I got to meet her and her beautiful design and talk to her about her journey and where she's going next. She has gotten opportunities because of it, and I am excited to see what she does next.”
The new face of Anne Klein modeled the tee in the October issue of T, the New York Times style magazine, and People. As it turns out, she is not the only one in the photos. “We were talking about babies and how much my husband and I wanted to have a baby in the future, and I was pregnant. I found out five days after the photo shoot, and it was remarkable.”
She said the campaign came with a lot of beautiful blessings around it. "My television show got picked up when I did the photo shoot. I had a baby inside me. It's all evolving now.”
She felt incredibly blessed to be part of the fall campaign and collection, but she mostly loved what Anne Klein stood for. The brand, said Rodriguez, exemplifies the Anne Klein mission of encouraging, empowering, and engaging women. Committed to philanthropy and female empowerment, the actress chairs her own We Will Foundation, which she founded with her sisters.
“I did not come from a family with excessive means to have all the resources," said Rodriguez. "I had to be very innovative in figuring out what those would be for me. I believe part of it made me much more creative in my journey. It also allowed me to understand that where one door closes, another opens." Rodriguez added, "I believe that I have hinged on perseverance and never giving up. If you continue to try and use all the moments of failure in your life to expand your growth, you'll find new innovative ways in a formulaic industry that doesn't always work for everyone.”
The t-shirt retails for $49.00 and you can find it at Macy’s stores and anneklein.com. All profits from the sale of the t-shirt will go to the Fashion Scholarship Fund.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/gina-rodriguez-celebrates-her-pregnancy-heritage-and-giving-back-others
Pro basketball player Max Strus is seeing the world in a new way since teaming up with STAAR Surgical to conquer the vision problems he has struggled with since the 5th grade. It’s been a life-changing experience, Strus said. The procedure was quick and easy, and he saw 20/10, which is better than 20/20 the next day. “I play basketball, and a lot of times, my contact would get knocked out, or it would bother me," he said. "It affected my play, so to be able to have this and not have to worry about putting anything in your eye on a day-to-day basis has been a huge help to my daily life.”
The FDA-approved EVO Visian ICL lenses are approved to correct myopia, which affects distance vision, and astigmatism, which causes blurred vision at all distances. Myopia and astigmatism affect millions of Americans. The EVO small, flexible lens is implanted, in harmony, with the natural eye to give excellent sharp vision day and night without inducing dry eye syndrome. The lens is different from other vision correction options in that it can permanently correct/reduce myopia and astigmatism without removing corneal tissue. The procedure takes about 20-30 minutes for each eye. For peace of mind, a doctor can remove them if desired. Most patients like Strus experience improved vision right afterward.
“Along with my sharp, clear vision, another great benefit of EVO was that it does not cause dry eye syndrome," said Strus. He added, "it also helps with my seasonal allergies."
For more info, check out evoicl.com.
What else does this superstar have going on? “I have a big season coming up," said Strus. "Our team is looking forward to this next year. With my new eyes, I could not be more excited to be on the court and test them out, hopefully, help my game and take it to the next level.”
And how does Strus take it to the next level on and off the court? “I live by a motto instilled with me through my parents. Good things happen to good people who work hard," he said. "I have kind of just always lived by that, and keep my head down and be a good person, treat people with respect, and work as hard as you can, and good things are going to happen to you.”
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/basketball-player-max-strus-kicks-new-season-positive-outlook-and-upgraded-vision
As an entrepreneur, I’d like to take a page out of Dave Mustaine’s life book. The metal mogul has not only managed to sell millions of albums honing a craft that he loves, but he’s also an enterprising genius, founding multiple brands, including his own beer Saison 13 À Tout le Monde and award-winning wine vineyards House of Mustaine. He’s also got signature guitar gear and is the author of three books. Nearly 40 years ago, he founded Megadeth after being unceremoniously given his walking papers as the original lead guitarist of Metallica, where he co-wrote many of the songs on the band’s albums Kill ‘Em All and Ride the Lightning. Since then, he has been unleashing his own precise and intense brand of thrash metal upon the world.
In ‘94, he launched the first-ever official band website megadetrizona.com, which became a blueprint for millions of band sites that followed. With more than 50 million albums sold, five consecutive platinum albums later, Mustaine has just released Megadeth’s 16th studio album, The Sick, The Dying... and the Dead!, their first since the 2016Grammy-winning Dystopia, a welcome return to the band's earlier sounds, filled with intense riffs, killer guitar solos, eloquent lyricism, and that crystal clear Mustaine snarl that's as strong as ever, even through a cancer scare.
Yet unfortunately, this mega-smart mega-mogul has also had his recent share of turmoil. In May 2019, he was diagnosed with throat cancer and underwent an intense battle and recovery. Then, of course, the pandemic would bring all recording and touring plans to a grinding halt. Refusing to let any of these hurdles stand in the way, this metal giant has persevered and proved his "mettle" not only as a musician but as a human being. Mustaine sat down with LifeMinute and shared his new perspective on life after his health scare, the joy he continues to find with his wife of 30 plus years and two children, the coming of this album, new band members, and his current tour with Five Finger Death Punch.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/house-megadeths-dave-mustaine-built
For more than 25 years, Duncan Sheik has been contributing his musical gifts to the world. His broad repertoire includes pop hits such as his 1996 Top 20, “Barely Breathing," and his musical smash Spring Awakening, which won eight Tony Awards and a Grammy. The practicing Buddhist dug deep into his faith for his latest Claptrap, his ninth studio album. It's his first solo project since the 2015 Legerdemain. It explores the concept of non-duality, which helped him deepen his own understanding of life.
The artist and local New Yorker biked to the LifeMinute studios to tell us all about his latest music and what else he’s been up to, including his most important role as husband and dad to a 3-year-old daughter.
This is a LifeMinute with Duncan Sheik.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/deep-dive-duncan-sheik-his-new-album-claptrap-looking-back-spring-awakening-and-being
Christian Bale, Margot Robbie, John David Washington, Alessandro Nivola, Andrea Riseborough, Anya Taylor-Joy, Chris Rock, Matthias Schoenaerts, Michael Shannon, Mike Myers, Taylor Swift, Zoe Saldaña, Rami Malek, and Robert De Niro star in Amsterdam. The original crime epic from filmmaker David O. Russell had its world premiere last week at Lincoln Center's Tully Hall in New York City.
In the film, three close friends find themselves at the center of one of the most shocking secret plots in American history. Margot Robbie plays one of the three friends. She gave a nod to the “incredible cast.”
“I feel so so lucky,” she said on the red carpet. “It was like a bucket list of actors I wanted to work with, and I got to do it all in the same film, which is just insane.”
Co-star John David Washington echoed her sentiment. “It felt like an all-star weekend,” he said. “Every day on set was an inspiration seeing all the different processes of these actors I’ve admired for years.”
Catch the movie in theaters on October 7th.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/movies/video/star-studded-cast-amsterdam-hit-red-carpet-nyc-premiere
The second Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert was held last night in LA at the Kia Forum.
The six-hour-long emotional tribute for the late Foo Fighters drummer was another heart-stomping, show-stopping “revolving door of rock heroes,” said Foo Fighters founder Dave Grohl. The first was held at Wembley Stadium in London earlier in the month.
Miley Cyrus belted out “Photograph” with Def Leppard, and Pink joined Queen for “Somebody to Love.”
Alanis Morissette, Nancy Wilson, Joan Jett, Kim Thayil, and Matt Cameron of Soundgarden with Nirvana’s Krist Novoselic and Taylor Momsen, Kesha, Jack Black, Dave Chappelle, Travis Barker, Joe Walsh, Metallica’s Lars Ulrich, Rush, Mötley Crüe, John Paul Jones, and The Police’s Stewart Copeland all took to the stage to pay homage to Hawkins.
Grohl’s 16-year-old daughter Violet opened the show with a tearful rendition of “Hallelujah” with Alain Johannes on guitar. Hawkins’ 16-year-old son and drummer Shane joined the Foo Fighters to play “My Hero” and “I’ll Stick Around.”
“I have to say this concert, compared to the London concert...rocks harder,” said Grohl. “Taylor was friends with every ...musician on earth." Grohl added, " 'my brother' knew more about music than anyone I know.”
Proceeds from both concerts benefit Music Support and Musicares.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/taylor-hawkins-la-tribute-concert-rocks-even-harder-first
Joe Jonas is seeing the world a whole lot clearer now. The singer, songwriter, and actor has teamed up with STAAR Surgical to introduce what he says has been a life-changing new procedure, called EVO ICL to help the vision problems he’s had since he was a kid. He decided to get the surgery around a year ago after speaking with his doctor. “I can be a bit nervous when it comes to things like this,” he told us.
But after having many conversations with his doctor he was comforted. Jonas recalled his doctor saying, "I just will ask you not to smile too much because you'll see better than you've ever seen. He’s right. I genuinely feel like I was given bionic eyes and I’m waiting for the Marvel Avengers to call me any day now.”
The FDA-approved EVO Visian ICL lenses are designed for the correction of myopia (which is the need for distance vision) and astigmatism, which causes blurred vision at all distances and both affect millions of Americans.
How it works? A small, flexible lens is implanted in harmony with the natural eye to give you excellent sharp vision day and night without inducing dry eye syndrome. They’re different from other vision correction options, in that they can permanently correct/reduce myopia and astigmatism without removing corneal tissue and they are removable, if desired by a doctor, for added peace of mind.
The procedure takes about 20-30 minutes for each eye. Most patients, like Jonas, experience improved vision right afterwards. “On the hour, every hour, I was seeing clearer and clearer,” he said, “I would definitely recommend EVO to anyone. Personally, I find it an incredible difference and a game changer for me and a lot easier of a lifestyle.”
For more info check out evoicl.com.
So, what else is this megastar up to? “I have so many songs that I’m excited to release, so as it slowly starts to roll out, you're going to hear more and more,” he said, “I think we've been trying to do something every few weeks, if not every month. New song for the audience, not only DNCE fans, but it seems like a lot of Brothers fans seem to kind of trickle over.”
When it comes to juggling it all, the dad of two said he’s not sure if he’s figured out the balance quite yet of career versus family time. “I definitely try to take more time off than I used to and be able to be present and just be with my family. But I love what I do, so it makes it really easy.”
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/joe-jonas-life-changing-procedure-correct-vision
More than 160,000 people gathered at the Highland Festival Grounds in Louisville, Kentucky this past weekend to see their favorite heavy-hitting bands play at the Louder Than Life fest, from Danny Wimmer Presents.
The four-day fest opened Thursday with headliners; Tenacious D, Evanescence and ended with Nine Inch Nails.
Friday came Slipknot and Saturday, Alice Cooper, Jerry Cantrell, Rob Zombie, and KISS closing the show with their usual bang.
Incubus, Alice in Chains, and Red Hot Chili Peppers wrapped things up Sunday night.
If you missed it, not to worry, there’s always next year, 2023 passes are already on sale.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/louder-life-2022-comes-end
One to watch Patrick Cortes, who dreamt up his one-man electronic act, Animalweapon has been a staple in the Raleigh music scene since 2011.
His talent for musical expression led him to win a 2017 Webby Award for Best Sound Design/Original Music Score for his work on the hit podcast Undisclosed.
And over the years he has released several EPs and albums including Good Luck, Tyrannosaurus and, his latest, Set of Constraints which tackles themes surrounding mental health and anxiety.
We got to chat with him virtually about the new album and what’s next.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/animalweapons-patrick-cortes-tackles-mental-health-and-anxiety-new-album-set
Life advice from Kris Jenner? YES, please. The famous and ever-so wise Kardashian matriarch was making the rounds at New York Fashion Week this week. We caught up with her at Dennis Basso’s 40th anniversary Spring/Summer show on Monday.
The famous “Mom-ager” says she tries to “learn something new every day” and believes you should “do something that is true to your heart.”
What she tells her kids? “God first, family second, everything else after that...and if somebody says no, you’re talking to the wrong person.”
The smarts continue to pay off; she told us Kourtney launched her own gummy supplement brand, Lemme, just today.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/kris-jenner-if-somebody-says-no-youre-talking-wrong-person
Fall music fests are in full swing, and we are giving away two tickets and two VIP passes to Louisville’s hottest music festivals.
We start with Bourbon & Beyond, the world’s largest bourbon and music festival held September 15-18 at Highland Festival Grounds at Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville.
This year’s headliners include Pearl Jam, Chris Stapleton, Kings Of Leon, Jack White, Brandi Carlile, Alanis Morissette, Greta Van Fleet, The Doobie Brothers’ 50th anniversary, and many more.
To enter, follow LifeMinute on Instagram and leave a comment on this video post tagging the festival you want to go to, the artist you want to see most and the friend you’d like to take with.
Next are two VIP passes to Louder Than Life, on September 22-25, also held at Highland Festival Grounds. Last year, the fest broke records welcoming a ground-breaking crowd of 160,000 people in Louisville.
This year’s incredible lineup includes KISS, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Nine Inch Nails, Slipknot, Alice in Chains, Rob Zombie, Alice Cooper, Incubus, Tenacious D, and a ton more.
It’s the ultimate festival experience with commemorative laminate, special entry, full access to VIP grounds, lounge seating with a dedicated bar, specialty foods, live audio/video streams of the main stages, and more, with a total value of more than $1,300.
To enter this one, follow LifeMinute on Instagram and leave a comment on this video post tagging the festival you want to go to, the artist you want to see most and the friend you’d like to take with.
Must be 21 or older. Winners selected at random. Tickets are not transferable, authorized for resale, or available to fest organizers OR employees.
Ringo Starr and his All Starr Band features Toto guitarist Steve Lukather, Men at Work frontman Colin Hay, Average White Band bassist Hamish Stuart, Toto multi-instrumentalist Warren Ham, acclaimed session drummer Gregg Bissonette, and welcomes back Edgar Winter. The band sat down for a tour launch event at Casino Rama in Rama, Canada. It has been more than two years since the power players took the stage due to the pandemic.
The two-part tour kicked off on May 27 but unfortunately had to pause on June 7 during the second of three sold-out shows at the Beacon Theater in New York City, when Edgar Winter, then later Steve Lukather, tested positive for Covid, forcing the group to reschedule the remaining 12 dates, adding them to the September tour. The second leg was initially scheduled to begin on September 23 in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and end on October 20 in Mexico City.
At their launch event, we got to ask Ringo and the guys some questions about the tour, their new music, and what it's been like being back on the road again touring. “Two-and-a-half years has been difficult. I love to play, as you can tell. I put the All Starrs together 32 years ago and, you know, I was in a couple of bands before that, and…for me, that's what it's all about, is playing and having an audience," said The Beatles' legendary drummer.
To be in the audience at their next show this summer, check out RingoStarr.com.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/ringo-starr-and-his-all-starr-band-being-back-tour-after-more-two-year-hiatus
Action-thriller and true life-coming-of-age story, The Runner, hit theaters last week. Directed by Michelle Danner, the drama-thriller looks at a troubled teen, played by newcomer Edouard Philipponnat, who is forced to go undercover to take down a drug kingpin. It also stars Cameron Douglas, Eric Balfour, and Elizabeth Röhm. Röhm, a director too, and Danner Zoomed into LifeMinute to tell us all about it and more, including their subsequent projects and insights into their exciting careers.
Danner has a prolific career as a filmmaker, performer, and legendary acting coach at the Los Angeles Acting Conservatory she founded.
Their careers started in very different ways. For Danner, acting was a part of the family business, while Röhm says she caught the acting bug starting as a history major. Since then, she has had roles in Law & Order and American Hustle. Both took on directing later in their careers.
Röhm recently directed a Lifetime movie, Girl in Room 13, starring the late Anne Heche, and Danner recently directed the film Miranda’s Victim, the true life story of the Miranda Rights with an ensemble cast, including Abigail Breslin, Luke Wilson, Andy Garcia, and Donald Sutherland.
This is a LifeMinute with Michelle Danner and Elisabeth Röhm.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/director-michelle-danner-and-actress-elisabeth-rohm-new-film-runner-motherhood-and
Synth-pop/new wave stalwart Howard Jones has been churning out his unique brand of positive electronic music since 1983. The following year he released his first full-length album, Human's Lib,and scored two massive hits on both sides of the Atlantic right out of the gate with "What Is Love" and "New Song."
He followed that up with Dream Into Action in 1985 and broke through in a major way with another impressive showing of no less than four huge hits, including "Things Can Only Get Better," "Life In One Day," "Like To Get To Know You Well," and "No One Is To Blame" which went to #1 in the U.S.
That same year Jones famously performed "Hide and Seek" at Wembley Stadium in London during the famous Live Aid concert for African famine relief. To date, he's sold more than 8 million albums worldwide during his nearly 40-year career.
We sat down with Jones recently to discuss his current tour with Midge Ure of Ultravox and Kajagoogoo's, Nick Beggs, and his new album, Dialogue. Much of the new music was conceived during Covid lockdown, but the lyrical content came afterward for fear of being a little too downbeat for his style. He has been releasing tracks from the forthcoming album on streaming services worldwide. Later this year, he will be releasing the album in full. Dialogue is number 3 in a set of 4 albums tied together thematically - Engage, Transform, Dialogue, and Global Citizen (coming in 2023).
Jones says he's excited to reach a new generation of listeners, noticing younger faces in the crowd thanks to the inclusion of one of his greatest hits on the Season 3 soundtrack to the wildly successful Netflix series Stranger Things. He is currently on the road in Europe, with dates scheduled in the UK, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, and Germany through the end of November.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/80s-synth-pop-visionary-howard-jones-collects-whole-new-generation-fans
Revered Dio and Black Sabbath drummer Vinny Appice is celebrating what would have been his friend and bandmate Ronnie James Dio’s 80th birthday this year with a 4-CD remixed and remastered version of their ‘83 platinum debut Holy Diver with unreleased outtakes, live recordings, and rarities. The Holy Diver Super Deluxe Box Set is out now via Rhino Records.
We reminisced about Dio, Black Sabbath, working with John Lennon, and what he’s up to now, including work with his latest band, Last In Line.
This is a LifeMinute with Vinny Appice.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/dio-and-black-sabbath-legendary-drummer-vinny-appice-commemorates-nearly-40-year
Singer, songwriter, and viral content creator Tayler Holder found fame on TikTok a few years ago, amassing 20 million fans in just two years.
Now the Texas-born 24-year-old is channeling his southern roots, recently performing at this year’s CMA Fest with friend Reyna Roberts, who is CMT’s Next Woman of Country. After the fest, he stayed in Nashville to write and record with country stars Parker McCollum and Shay from Dan + Shay.
The online sensation stopped by the LifeMinute studios to fill us in on all he’s been up to and perform his new single, “I Hope.”
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/tiktok-sensation-tayler-holder-gives-raw-performance-new-single-i-hope-and-explains
Iconic folk rocker Don McLean shot to the top with the anthem “American Pie” in 1972. In 2003, "American Pie"was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. 2022 marks the 50th anniversary of the song landing at the #1 spot on the Billboard chart.
The legendary songwriter stopped by the LifeMinute studios for the first time since 2018 to talk about the 50th anniversary of the mega-hit and a corresponding children’s book Don McLean's American Pie: A Fable.
We also chatted about a future American Pie musical and movie and how Taylor Swift recently broke his 49-year record of being the longest single to top the Billboard chart.
This is a LifeMinute with Don McLean.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/don-mclean-his-new-childrens-book-based-his-iconic-hit-american-pie
Born out of Melbourne, Australia, Men at Work became hitmakers of the ‘80s with unforgettable #1 singles like “Who Can it Be Now?” and “Down Under.” The group, fronted by Scottish-born Colin Hay, went on to win a Grammy award for Best New Artist and sell more than 30 million records worldwide.
Though Men at Work called it quits in 1985, Hay continued his music journey releasing his solo debut the following year. Over the next three-and-a-half decades, he recorded twelve more critically acclaimed studio albums. And he’s not done yet.
The rocker recently released a new solo album, Now and The Evermore, a collection of songs focusing on the joyful celebration of life and love, recorded in his adopted hometown of Los Angeles. The record features a guest appearance from Ringo Starr, who Hay will tour with this September.
We chatted virtually with the talented singer-songwriter about his new album, working with and setting out on tour with Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band, and hitting the road with Men at Work, Rick Springfield, and John Waite later this summer.
This is a Lifeminute with Colin Hay.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/men-works-colin-hay-new-album-meaning-behind-greatest-hits-and-working-ringo-starr
Fronted by powerhouse vocalist, songwriter, and guitarist Lily Vakili, the Vakili Band is a force of nature unafraid to express themselves in their music. And that’s what they do in their new album Walking Sideways. The New Jersey-based band stopped by the LifeMinute studios to give us a live taste of the new album and talk about what’s next for the group.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/lifeminutes-one-watch-vakili-band
With chart-topping hits that span four decades and more than 25 million albums sold worldwide, legendary singer-songwriter Kenny Loggins is most definitely still alright. And of course, he's a force behind some of the biggest movie soundtracks, including Footloose, which features a hit song of the same name, Caddyshack with theme song “I’m Alright," as well as 1986 blockbuster Top Gun featuring“Danger Zone." Now 36 years later, "Danger Zone" is being used again in the recent release of Top Gun: Maverick, the sequel to Top Gun, capturing a new generation of fans. The two-time Grammy winner chatted with us virtually from his home in Santa Barbara to talk about his legendary career, his long-awaited memoir Still Alright, and his current tour, which will include two shows with his former collaborator Jim Messina, and so much more.
Songwriter, producer, and two-time Grammy-winning guitarist, Eric Krasno is best known as the founder of the jazz/funk outfits Soulive and Lettuce. He’s worked with a diverse list of artists from Norah Jones and Aaron Neville to 50 Cent and shared the stage with greats such as The Rolling Stones and John Mayer.
But, despite all his accomplishments, Krasno didn’t feel like a “fully formed artist” until recently, when he got married and had a son. His latest album, Always, is all about celebrating the permanence of family in a time when the world seems especially unstable. He stopped by the LifeMinute studios to tell us all about it.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/lifeminute-eric-krasno
Since 1976 George Thorogood and his band, The Destroyers, have been bringing their brand of amped-up boogie blues and hard-driving rock and roll to the masses, releasing more than 20 albums and selling more than 15 million copies worldwide. Two records are certified platinum, and six are certified gold. He has become a standard of classic rock radio programming with hits "Bad To The Bone" and "I Drink Alone," and covers of Bo Diddley's "Who Do You Love?," Hank Williams' "Move It On Over," and John Lee Hooker's "One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer." Thorogood solidified his title as one of the hardest working musicians in the business when he completed his now legendary 50 states in 50 days tour in 1981. He also gained considerable exposure earning an opening slot on The Rolling Stones' U.S. tour in 1981. By 1985, he would be playing to more than 89,000 people at JFK Stadium in Philadelphia. And another 1.9 billion globally via satellite as a part of the historic lineup of acts at the Live Aid concerts staged simultaneously in London and Philly.
At 72 years young, the Delaware native is staying true to his roots, with no signs of slowing down, and tearing up the touring circuit on his Good To Be Bad Tour, celebrating his and the band’s 45 years in the music business. He’s also just released a collection of, what he calls, hard-stompin', party-down, good songs—that he penned himself. The Original George Thorogood brings together the best from Thorogood and his unstoppable, longtime band.
Always eager to give back, Thorogood is donating a portion of the proceeds from this tour to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. You can catch him and the boys through the end of June playing select dates with veteran rocker Sammy Hagar then he takes his act across the pond for a European leg that will last into August. He will return stateside to play more dates that extend through May 2023. (so far.) A hard-working man and band indeed. This is a LifeMinute with George Thorogood.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/one-and-only-george-thorogood-brings-it-once-again-his-latest-collection-hard-stompin
Since 1976 George Thorogood and his band, The Destroyers, have been bringing their brand of amped-up boogie blues and hard-driving rock and roll to the masses, releasing more than 20 albums and selling more than 15 million copies worldwide. Two records are certified platinum, and six are certified gold. He has become a standard of classic rock radio programming with hits "Bad To The Bone" and "I Drink Alone," and covers of Bo Diddley's "Who Do You Love?," Hank Williams' "Move It On Over," and John Lee Hooker's "One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer." Thorogood solidified his title as one of the hardest working musicians in the business when he completed his now legendary 50 states in 50 days tour in 1981. He also gained considerable exposure earning an opening slot on The Rolling Stones' U.S. tour in 1981. By 1985, he would be playing to more than 89,000 people at JFK Stadium in Philadelphia. And another 1.9 billion globally via satellite as a part of the historic lineup of acts at the Live Aid concerts staged simultaneously in London and Philly.
At 72 years young, the Delaware native is staying true to his roots, with no signs of slowing down, and tearing up the touring circuit on his Good To Be Bad Tour, celebrating his and the band’s 45 years in the music business. He’s also just released a collection of, what he calls, hard-stompin', party-down, good songs—that he penned himself. The Original George Thorogood brings together the best from Thorogood and his unstoppable, longtime band.
Always eager to give back, Thorogood is donating a portion of the proceeds from this tour to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. You can catch him and the boys through the end of June playing select dates with veteran rocker Sammy Hagar then he takes his act across the pond for a European leg that will last into August. He will return stateside to play more dates that extend through May 2023. (so far.) A hard-working man and band indeed. This is a LifeMinute with George Thorogood.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/one-and-only-george-thorogood-brings-it-once-again-his-latest-collection-hard-stompin
After four years in the musical Girl from the North Country, Mare Winningham is up for a Tony for Lead Actress in a Musical for her performance. This is the second Tony nom for the television, film, and Broadway star. Girl from the North Country, written and directed by Conor McPherson, and featuring the music of Bob Dylan, is also up for Best Musical at the 2022 Tony Awards.
We sat down with the two-time Primetime Emmy winner to hear all about her Tony nomination and her latest Broadway performance, as well as how she ended up being where she always wanted, in the theater, in New York.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/lifeminute-2022-tony-nominee-mare-winningham
Musician, singer, songwriter, and all-around Pop R&B legend Robert “Kool” Bell stepped onto the scene more than 50 years ago as one of the founding members of the Grammy-winning group Kool & the Gang.
Their feel-good hits “Celebration,” “Cherish,” “Jungle Boogie,” “Get Down On It,” “Ladies Night,” and many more made them the most sampled band of all time, influencing the music of generations.
We had the honor of sitting down with Kool virtually to reminisce about their historic hits, hear about his decades in the biz going way back to when he got his iconic nickname. The star also filled us in on what he has been up to including working with his Kool Kids Foundation, his new music with his son Hakim, his champagne brand LE Kool champagne and recently commemorating the 40th anniversary of the band’s #1 hit “Celebration.”
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/lifeminute-kool-gang-founding-member-robert-kool-bell
Hertz is back with bigger and better "Hertz. Let’s Go!" campaign ads featuring Tom Brady, and this time, Hertz and Tom are getting customers to their "let’s go moments," including Tom’s very own unretirement. Joining Tom in the ad are the exclusive Shelby Mustangs and EVs featured within the largest EV rental fleet in North America.
And Brady's a big fan. “The most obvious one is the lack of fuel emissions, which is great," the football star said. "You can drive home, plug it in. You never have to go to the gas station," he said. "You just know you're doing and contributing a little bit too, making the planet a little bit healthier."
Brady has had a lot of fun doing it too. “We’ve had a few different spots that we've done. I just love how creative we've been with everything," he said. "And there's been a lot of different fun taglines. I've had my daughter sing 'Let's Go' to me.”
And that creative and catchy "Let’s Go" tune was created by Ryan Tedder of OneRepublic. “The Let’s Go theme… felt old school, it felt throwback, like in a cool Amy Winehouse kind of way. Just modernized obviously,” explained Tedder. “I never thought Tom Brady would be singing my lyrics. It’s not something you get into music thinking that a professional athlete is going to sing one of your songs.”
Got the urge to hit the open road yourself? You can visit hertz.com and rent the perfect vehicle for your next "let’s go moment."
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/tom-brady-encourages-lets-go-moments-new-hertz-ads
Legendary musician and founding member of The Beach Boys Al Jardine's accomplishments throughout his 60 years in the music business are simply staggering.
He was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1988, awarded a Lifetime Achievement Grammy in 2001, and inducted into the Rochester Music Hall of Fame, Class of 2019, after he spent several years of his childhood in Rochester, NY, before his family moved to Hawthorne, CA.
Even though Jardine was the only member of The Beach Boys who was not directly related to the Wilson brothers and their cousin Mike Love, music has always been a family affair for him, especially during his post-Beach Boys years.
As he approaches his 80th birthday later this year, Jardine is currently on the road with his son, vocalist Matt Jardine, and Brian Wilson's daughters, Carnie and Wendy Wilson, of Wilson Phillips fame. Their tour, appropriately titled Al Jardine Family & Friends Tour, will be performing through the end of October, and it features hits from both The Beach Boys and Wilson Phillips.
It includes stories from his lengthy career and songs from his solo album, A Postcard from California, released in 2010 (re-released in 2012 with two extra tracks.) The record includes guest appearances from many of Jardine's famous friends, including Neil Young, Stephen Stills, David Crosby, Steve Miller, Gerry Beckley & Dewey Bunnell (America), Flea (Red Hot Chili Peppers), Alec Baldwin, and the late Glen Campbell. For those longing for a Beach Boys reunion, all of its remaining members, including the late Carl Wilson, appear on this album.
If that isn't enough for this soon-to-be octogenarian, between his solo tour dates, he will also be playing a series of shows this summer with Brian Wilson’s band, headlining with fellow Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band Chicago.
In 2018, Jardine's album A Postcard from California was released on limited-edition translucent blue vinyl at select record stores on Record Store Day Black Friday. It sold out almost immediately. After all these years of singing about surf, sun, girls, and hot rods, it goes to show that this amazing artist is still an in-demand performer who is not to be missed.
Check out aljardine.com for all of his upcoming tour dates.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/lifeminute-legendary-beach-boy-al-jardine
Broadway is back, and that means so are the Tony Awards. Some of this year’s big nominees have expressed excitement and gratitude for the revival of live theater in New York City. The nominees include Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster, who are up for Lead Actor and Actress in a Musical for the revival of The Music Man, which received six Tony noms this year. Next up, Jesse Williams’ Broadway debut in Take Me Out earned him a nomination for Featured Actor in a Play. Two-time Tony winner Mary-Louise Parker, who won Leading Actress in a Play last year for The Sound Inside, is set to make Tony history if she wins the category again this year for her performance in How I Learned to Drive. Uzo Aduba scored her first nom for Featured Actress in a Play for Clyde's, and Matt Doyle scored his for Featured Actor in a Musical for the revival of Company.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/tony-nominees-sound-broadways-return
It is pretty much universally agreed that Ann Wilson possesses one of the greatest voices in rock and roll history. Now, at 71-years-old, age has neither diminished her voice nor her gorgeous looks. She is most famous as the lead singer of the multi-platinum band Heart, with whom she and her younger sister Nancy has fronted since 1973.
With album sales exceeding more than 35 million and an induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2013, there is no doubt that Wilson has been a trailblazer for all women rock performers that have followed in her footsteps. In 2007, Wilson dropped her first solo effort with the mostly covers release Hope & Glory, where she tackled songs by a who's who of some of rock’s greatest, such as John Lennon, Led Zeppelin, Neil Young, and Elton John, to name a few. This was followed 11 years later with another cover collection called Immortal. Wilson wears her wide range of influences on her sleeve with interpretations of songs by David Bowie, the Eagles, Lesley Gore, Tom Petty, Audioslave, and Amy Winehouse.
Fast Forward to 2022. Her latest release, Fierce Bliss, is a definite return to the more bombastic rock sound made famous by Heart. It's comprised of seven original tracks penned by Wilson during the pandemic lockdown and four cover songs. She is joined on this record by ace guitarists Warren Haynes and Kenny Wayne Shepherd, plus a duet with Vince Gill. Recording was primarily done at the legendary Fame Recording Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, And the album artwork was done by Roger Dean, famous for his covers for the groups YES and ASI, all of which only prove Wilson's classic rock street cred is intact.
LifeMinute caught up with the singer and got the scoop on the new record, current tour, and getting back together with sister Nancy next year to celebrate Hearts’ 50th anniversary with select tour dates. Wilson even shared plans about opening up a clothing boutique near her home in Florida. This is a LifeMinute with the legendary Ann Wilson.
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She’s a singer, songwriter, and spiritual healer helping others cope in a crisis, and he’s the legendary Rock & Roll Hall of Famer drummer for the band Def Leppard. The husband and wife duo met several years ago through a mutual friend who suggested Rick work with Lauren to help him through his struggles with PTSD, which he suffered from a car crash that led to the loss of his left arm at the height of his band’s fame. Since then, the couple has dedicated their lives to helping others through their Raven Drum Foundation, the non-profit that supports veterans, first responders, and others going through trauma, giving them the tools they need to heal. All the while, Lauren and Rick continue to share their musical and other creative gifts---they play together and have been touring all across the country with her band. In 2021, Lauren's second album, Under the Wolf Moon, was released. Her latest single, "Kiss Me Now," is her first 2022 release. Lauren's also got another album due out this Fall, filled with one uplifting, beautiful track after another - that you won't be able to get out of your head.
Rick and Def Leppard will be touring the country this summer with Mötley Crüe, Joan Jett, and Poison, and their latest album Diamond Star Halos will be released in May. Rick is also an accomplished visual artist with works at Wentworth Galleries across the country and proceeds benefiting their foundation. We were so fortunate to have them grace our studio recently to share their story and play an acoustic set of Lauren’s latest works. This is a LifeMinute withLauren Monroe and Rick Allen.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/singer-songwriter-lauren-monroe-and-her-husband-legendary-def-leppard-drummer-rick
Guitar great Joe Satriani is a guitarist, revered by his peers and fans around the globe for decades playing to sold-out crowds as both a headliner and a founder of his all-star "G3" guitar extravaganza, where he brings his famous friends along for the ride.
He has sold more than 10 million records worldwide. Of his many solo albums, two of his albums have gone platinum, four others gold, with 15 Grammy nominations between them. His side project, Chickenfoot, with his Van Halen friend Sammy Hagar, bassist Michael Anthony, and Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Chad Smith, saw their debut album certified gold.
Satriani has just released his 19th studio album, The Elephants of Mars. But music isn’t his only creative outlet these days. He is an accomplished visual artist showcasing his works at Wentworth Galleries across the country too. We recently caught up with Satriani at his show in New Jersey to hear all about it and more.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/guitarist-joe-satriani-his-new-album-and-visual-art-exhibition
This Life is a celebration of three decades of Award-winning singer-songwriter, saxophonist, and guitarist, Curtis Stigers’ latest album, a professional music journey. The album shows the evolution of his repertoire, looking back at 13 albums, thousands of concert performances, and millions of miles on the road.
Since he first stepped onto the recording scene in 1991, with his eponymous debut album that sold 1.5 million copies, Stigers has gone on to tour the world, opening for the likes of Elton John, Prince, Eric Clapton, James Brown, Joe Cocker, Rod Stewart, and Bonnie Raitt.
He also found himself mixing music with entertainment throughout his career. His 1992 version of Nick Lowe’s "(What’s So Funny ‘Bout) Peace Love And Understanding” was on the soundtrack of The Bodyguard starring Whitney Houston, and in 2008, he co-wrote andrecorded the theme song "This Life" for Sons Of Anarchy. It was nominated for an Emmy. Both songs, along with his international hits, “I Wonder Why,” “You’re All That Matters To Me,” and “Never Saw A Miracle,” will be featured on the new record in different styles and fresh arrangements.
“I wanted to show how much my songs and the arrangement of my songs have evolved like I have,” the seasoned musician told us when we sat down with him virtually to hear all about the album, released in February.
We took a look back and his long and impressive career, which includes playing for presidents and princes as well as appearing in two Ted movies by his friend Seth MacFarlane. The talented Boise-born artist even serenaded us with his guitar.
Check him out live at one of his upcoming tour dates at curtisstigers.com/tour.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/curtis-stigers-new-album-showcases-evolution-his-music-catalogue
Peter Blair Denis Bernard Noone, otherwise known as the dashingly handsome and charming--- Herman of the hugely popular 60’s pop group Herman’s Hermits, was born in England. He started his career as a child actor.
At the age of fifteen, he and his band reached international fame with one hit after the other, including “I’m Into Something Good,” “Mrs. Brown, You’ve Got a Lovely Daughter,” “I’m Henry VIII, I Am,” “Can’t You Hear My Heartbeat,” “Wonderful World,” “There’s A Kind of Hush,” and “Just a Little Bit Better.” The band has sold more than 60 million records, with 14 singles and seven gold albums.
Noone's acting career flourished soon after, with guest-starring roles in shows such as Laverne & Shirley, Married With Children, My Two Dads, Quantum Leap, and the CBS daytime soap As the World Turns.
Accompanied by the Hermits, the entertainer is still wowing screaming fans just as he did in the 60s, performing more than 200 concerts a year, playing in sold-out venues. His admirers span generations. We were fortunate to catch up with Noone virtually from his home recently in California. This is a LifeMinute with Peter Noone.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/hermans-hermits-peter-noone-finds-new-generation-fans
John Lodge has been voted one of the “10 most influential bass players on the planet.” Now, the songwriter and vocalist of The Moody Blues is releasing the ultimate live album entitled The Royal Affair and After. He wanted to keep the legacy of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inducted band alive with the new record featuring live recordings of all The Moody Blues mega hits, plus special tributes to bandmates Graeme Edge, Justin Hayward, Mike Pinder, and Ray Thomas. We sat down with the English rocker virtually from Barbados to talk about the album and his long career. His accolades include performing and recording with The Moody Blues for more than five decades, selling more than 70 million albums, as well as releasing his three solo albums, entitled Natural Avenue, 10,000 Light Years Ago, and B Yond.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/moody-blues-john-lodge-keeping-bands-legacy-alive-new-live-album
One of television history’s most beloved sitcom moms, Daphne Maxwell Reid, who played Aunt Vivian on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air for three seasons, sat down with us virtually earlier this month. The star has been in the biz for decades. She started acting and modeling from a young age and became one of the first African-American women to grace the cover of Glamour magazine. Today, Reid is a respected artist and designer, and education activist. She filled us in on everything she’s been up to, including The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air reunion that aired on HBO Max last November, what it was like working with Will Smith, and how she and her famous husband Tim Reid have kept their marriage going strong for almost 40 years.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/fresh-prince-bel-airs-daphne-maxwell-reid-working-will-smith-and-what-shes-now
March Madness® is upon us, and in conjunction with the first year the famed women’s championship is allowed to use the name “March Madness,” two-time NCAA® champion Candace Parker is teaming up with Degree for the Bracket Gap Challenge. The challenge gives women’s college basketball increased visibility by urging fans to fill out a women’s bracket and follow this year’s tournament.
Candace joined us to share more on her work with the antiperspirant brand and their Bracket Gap Challenge, one of the largest women’s basketball bracket promotions in history, to help raise awareness for the NCAA® Women’s tournament. The goal of the Bracket Gap Challenge is to draw more attention to the women’s game by encouraging people to fill out brackets. In turn, it helps to drive even more promotion, attendance, and funding.
The Bracket Gap Challenge was inspired by a recent study from Degree that found people were over twice as likely to fill out a men’s bracket than a women’s bracket, with only 12% of people filling out an NCAA® women’s tournament bracket last year. The winner will receive $25K and a $75K donation from Degree donated to a women’s athletic program of their choice.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/one-one-wnba-and-ncaa-champ-candace-parker
With more than 30 albums to their credit and sales totaling more than 50 million, Jethro Tull is one of the most successful rock bands of all time. Led by Ian Anderson, the British progressive rock luminaries released their latest album, The Zealot Gene, last month. We sat down with Anderson, the flute and voice behind the group, remotely, to hear about all the twelve-track record, the group’s first studio album of new material in over 18 years.
We also learned what’s next for this iconic musician, including touring and new music. Go to jethrotull.com/tour-dates for upcoming shows.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/jethro-tulls-ian-anderson-legendary-bands-new-album-zealot-gene
Legendary musician and guitarist Kim Thayil, responsible for those rip-roaring riffs and unmistakable sounds, says he had to practice about a dozen or so old Soundgarden songs to prepare for Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp’s latest romp, “Sounds of Seattle,” the camp that gives real people the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to connect and jam with their musical heroes.
We caught up with Thayil earlier to hear all about it, what else he’s up to, and more. This is a LifeMinute with Soundgarden’s Kim Thayil.
Watch the video here: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/legendary-musician-and-guitarist-kim-thayil
The strikingly handsome silver-haired blued-eyed Eric Roberts is a Hollywood legend. With an illustrious career spanning 40 years, the iconic 65-year-old actor has portrayed more roles than you can count, with no signs of slowing down.
He says his latest role, the mysterious Junior, opposite John Goodman on HBO’s The Righteous Gemstones, is "one of his favorites of all-time." We caught up with Roberts in LA recently to hear all about it and more. This is a LifeMinute with Eric Roberts.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/legendary-actor-eric-roberts-delivers-yet-another-stellar-performance-hbos
World-renowned Hungarian singer, drummer, songwriter, and producer Leslie Mandoki reunites his band project Mandoki Soulmates to release the new audio-visual work Utopia for Realists. The new progressive rock project merges concert film footage from the Prog Rock suite “Hungarian Pictures,” which commemorated the 30th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall with visionary concepts from famous animator Gábor Csupo.
Best known for his work with greats like Lionel Richie, Phil Collins, and Chaka Khan, as well as for his work as the musical director for Disney’s feature movies, including Mulan, Tarzan, and Brother Bear, Mandoki has several remarkable achievements. His earliest feat was escaping his beloved homeland of Hungary, which was overtaken by Soviet-imposed policies.
Born in Budapest in 1953, Mandoki fled the communist dictatorship and censorship in Hungary for the West with his friends László Bencker, keyboardist and composer, who later composed for Spongebob Squarepants, and Gábor Csupo, who was later the creator of Rugrats, Aaahh!!! Real Monsters, and Duckman, and the original animator for The Simpsons. However, the trio was caught in Denmark and taken to Germany to the central camp for asylum seekers. When asked by a German resettlement officer what he wanted to do in the West, Mandoki replied that he would like to make music together with Ian Anderson of Jethro Tull, Jack Bruce of Cream, and Al Di Meola. In 1992 this came to fruition when the four became the founding members of the Mandoki Soulmates.
Almost 30 years later, Mandoki and his Soulmates have released 13 albums. The band’s recordings and performances have included singers and players such as David Clayton-Thomas of Blood, Sweat & Tears, Bobby Kimball of Toto, John Helliwell and Jesse Siebenberg of Supertramp, and many more.
Some of these artists are featured on the recent release Utopia for Realists,including the closing song “The Torch.”Mandoki explains the track is about passing on the torch as "Old Rebels" to their offspring and inheritors, the "Young Rebels," for more mindfulness and justice between generations. When the young and old come together, this is a dialogue he encourages families to engage in during the holiday season.
The accomplished musician visited the LifeMinute studios to speak with us about his latest work, brilliant career, inspired collaborations, and incredible life journey. This is a LifeMinute with Leslie Mandoki.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/musician-and-producer-leslie-mandoki-and-his-mandoki-soulmates-release-new-audio-visual
Jake Shimabukuro still pinches himself to believe the stars who joined him on his latest album, Jake & Friends, which he jokes should be called “Jake and dreams come true.” The famed ukulele player duets with Willie Nelson, Bette Midler, Jimmy Buffett, Moon Taxi, Kenny Loggins, Michael McDonald, Vince Gill, and Amy Grant, Jon Anderson, Ziggy Marley, Warren Haynes, Jack Johnson, Jesse Colin Young, Ray Benson & Asleep at the Wheel, Sonny Landreth, Lukas Nelson and Billy Strings on the 16-track album that dropped last month.
Getting his start on YouTube, the Hawaiian-born musician turned into a viral sensation after his version of “While My Guitar Gently Weeps” gained views and “started this whole touring career for me,” he says. Shimabukuro caught the attention of Jimmy Buffett, who took him under his wing and invited him to tour with him as a member of the Coral Reef Band.
Since then, whether it’s jazz, rock, blues, bluegrass, folk, or even classical, to perform at venues such as the Hollywood Bowl, Lincoln Center, and the Sydney Opera House, Shimabukuro has used his versatile playing style. And he was recently nominated by President Joe Biden to serve as a Member of the National Council on the Arts.
The artist stopped by the LifeMinute studios to tell us all about the new record, plus what it was like working with such a collection of talented and notable people in the music biz. And of course, we had him play a few of his favorites off the new album, including a cover of The Beatles’ George Harrison’s “Something” featuring Vince Gill and Amy Grant and his mom’s fave, “The Rose” featuring Bette Midler.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/ukulelist-jake-shimabukuro-collabs-bette-midler-willie-nelson-jimmy-buffett-and-more
John Legend and LG Electronics want to remind you that you deserve the best this holiday season and throughout the new year. The new LG SIGNATURE brand ambassador is bringing joy with a new song he wrote and performed, as well as a video and an exclusive e-card.
Legend is excited to partner with LG SIGNATURE this holiday season on the new song, all about lavishing your loved ones with the best you have to give. “LG SIGNATURE products are innovative, creative, and so special. The holidays are all about coming together to host family and friends in the comfort of your own home, and LG SIGNATURE products will make that even more enjoyable,” he says.
Products such as the LG SIGNATURE new OLED R, a rollable disappearing TV screen, the ultra-premium air purifier, or their fridge and wine cellar can do just that.
And as a special holiday treat for New Yorkers and Londoners, the music video will also be shown on LG’s digital billboards in Times Square and Piccadilly Circus.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/john-legend-joins-lg-electronics-bring-joy-big-time-holiday-season
Most know Corey Feldman as the famed actor from so many iconic films such as Stand By Me, The Goonies, and The Lost Boys, to name a few. What you may not know is that he is also a musician, and in early January, he’s dropping an all-new box set, Love Left 2.1, a celebration of the early years of his musical career (1986-1994). It includes four CDs, two DVDs, and more, with previously unreleased music, a remixed and remastered version of his debut album Love Left, and Love Left 2: Arm Me with Love, a sequel to his debut album and his first full-length studio album of all new music.
To pre-order, just hit his website coreyfeldman.net. Musical guests include Lita Ford, Don Dokken, Michael Damian, Mickey Thomas (Starship), Hunt Sales, Roberta Freeman (Pink Floyd), Curtis Young, and BLAZAR. The included DVDs contain home videos, film clips, and rare photos with Feldman’s childhood friends, including Drew Barrymore, Corey Haim, Michael Jackson, Alfonso Ribiero, and others, plus a QR-coded hologram intro by Feldman and other fun memorabilia like stickers, guitar picks, posters, and more for die-hard fans.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/actor-and-musician-corey-feldman-releases-new-box-set-love-left-21
With a career spanning five decades and counting, entertainment icon Marie Osmond is dazzling us once again with a new album, Unexpected. The star showcases her 20 years of opera training while accompanied by the Prague Symphony Orchestra on the 17-track record out December 10th. The mama of 8 is now an empty nester and is ready to hit the road again. Her tour, A Symphonic Christmas, includes special guests David Osmond and Daniel Emmet. Osmond kicks off the season next month with the soprano singing festive favorites, her hit singles, and songs from her latest album. If that wasn’t enough holiday cheer, the triple threat is also starring in the Lifetime movie A Fiancé for Christmas, premiering December 9th.
We caught up with the ageless beauty remotely from her home in Utah to get the scoop on everything she’s up to, as well as her long-running career, her tips for success, balancing it all, and looking fabulous doing it.
Catch Osmond on tour at marieosmond.com/concert-dates.
Watch the video at https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/marie-osmond-shares-some-much-needed-holiday-joy-new-album-movie-and-christmas-tour
Go-Go’s drummer Gina Schock has put together an intimate collection of photographs, memorabilia, and juicy tidbits collected throughout her 40-year career as part of the groundbreaking all-female group. It will be the best 40 bucks you ever spend.
Made In Hollywood: All Access with the Go-Go’s is a photographic journey told through the eyes of Schock as part of one of the greatest rock bands of all time who kept and still keep the beat. They set the standards for women in music today, selling more than7 million records worldwide. They are the only all-female band to write their own songs and play their own instruments on a No. 1 album. And they finally got their due being recently inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. The book also includes anecdotes from bandmates Belinda Carlisle, Kathy Valentine, Charlotte Caffey, and Jane Wiedlin, along with a slew of other key people from their journey, including Jodie Foster and Kate Pierson (B-52’s.)
The beautiful, innately cool, hard-to-believe 64-year-old Schock graced the LifeMinute studios with her presence recently to tell us all about it and more. This is a LifeMinute with Gina Schock.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/go-gos-drummer-gina-schock-releases-new-book-made-hollywood-all-access-go-gos
Most of the world knows Dinah Manoff from her famous role as Marty Maraschino, “like the cherry,” in the 1978 film Grease alongside John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John. Others from her roles in Soap, Empty Nest, and numerous movie and theatrical parts such as Ordinary People, Child’s Play, and her Tony Award-winning role in the Neil Simon play, I Ought to Be in Pictures.
Born in New York City and raised in Malibu to famed actress Lee Grant and writer Arnold Manoff, Manoff grew up in the world of showbiz. Now she has taken that lifetime of experience and applied it to a sizzling new fictional novel, The Real True Hollywood Story of Jackie Gold, at bookstores, Amazon, Bookshop, and DinahManoff.org.
Manoff says the book is about a superstar, unlike herself, who tells her story from a hospital bed where she is lying in a coma after escaping the paparazzi. She says the seed for writing the book was inspired a long time ago when Princess Diana was killed, around that same time when a paparazzi showed up at Manoff's doorstep at the height of her career and frightened her. A funny page-turner with serious undertones, the book is about the price of fame and all its consequences.
The funny, sweet, and talented Manoff visited the LifeMinute.tv studios recently to tell us all about it and more. This is a LifeMinute with Dinah Manoff.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/beloved-actress-dinah-manoff-channels-growing-hollywood-her-first-novel
The apple didn’t fall far from the Bocelli family tree. 24-year-old singer, songwriter, and instrumentalist, Matteo Bocelli, son of Andrea Bocelli, is wowing the world with his beautiful music. Despite growing up around music, and his legendary tenor father, he kept his vocal talents a secret until he was sixteen. We caught up with him recently from his home in Tuscany to hear all about it, including his debut single, "Solo,"and what he’s working on next. This is a LifeMinute with Matteo Bocelli.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/matteo-bocelli-makes-his-solo-debut
Actress, singer-songwriter, and former amateur boxer Nina Bergman is known for taking on roles playing kick-ass women. Her latest movie, Hell Hath No Fury, is no different. In the World War II film that hit theaters last Friday, Bergman stars as Marie DuJardin, a French resistance fighter who falls in love with an SS officer and becomes a prisoner of a rogue group of corrupt US soldiers. We chatted with Bergman the day of the release to hear all about the plot inspired by several women who did incredible things during the war and how Bergman took on her character's complexity.
When we sat down virtually with Bergman from Los Angeles, we also learned there are several layers to her. This motorcycle-riding adrenaline junkie has a soft and romantic side. The Danish actress is a vegan with a big heart for animals and being of service to others. And she's always had a passion for the arts. Acting is in her blood as her paternal grandfather was famed Russian actor Pavel Kadochnikov, known for his role in Ivan the Terrible. Bergman has had success in music too. She worked with Paul Anka, who managed her career and helped her sign a 6-album contract with Warner Bros Records.
See what Bergman says the best advice she got from Anka, and what she’s up to next, including a comic book and a role as a “pretty badass” video game character.
Check out this LifeMinute with Nina Bergman.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/actress-nina-bergman-talks-taking-complex-character-new-movie-hell-hath-no-fury-and
The highly spiritual, humbled and supremely grateful soon to be 50-year-old icon, Corey Feldman is celebrating his upcoming milestone birthday with some big announcements including new music and a massive re-digitized version of his old stuff including some of his legendary friends. He's also partnered with Cosmic Wire to offer the world an unbelievable collection of hybrid NFTs, beginning with the actual prosthetic ear he wore while starring as Teddy Duchamp in Stand By Me.
Originally scheduled to start on Halloween, Corey and the Cosmic Wire team have relaunched the auction today so anyone can participate and place a bid, not just those who hold cryptocurrencies.
One lucky winner will get the authentic prosthetic ear, along with a 1-of-1 digital art NFT. Feldman is also throwing in a special autographed copy of the 25th anniversary BlueRay DVD. p.s. He’s also selling replica ears for $12, plus shipping.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/corey-feldman-gives-us-ear-full-and-we-it
You may remember Graham Parker from his hysterical cameo role-playing a "version" of himself in Judd Apatow's 2012 film This Is 40. What you may not know is that he has been in the music game for more than 40 years, getting a relatively late start in 1975 when he was discovered at just 24 years old while working as a gas station attendant. Success came very quickly from serendipitous contacts and a cache of great songs. His first LP, Howlin' Wind, produced by Nick Lowe, was released on the major label Mercury in 1976. It was nearly unheard of at the time for an artist with as little professional experience as Parker to secure a contract with a major label and release what many call "one of the classic debuts of all time."
His star continued to rise in the UK but not as much in the states until his fourth studio release, Squeezing Out Sparks, came along in 1979. Along with his backup band, the Rumour, this album is widely regarded as Parker's masterpiece. It reached as high as #44 on the US charts. And it's been included on Rolling Stone Magazine's list of 500 Greatest Albums of All Time. Parker's 1988 offering, The Mona Lisa's Sister, was on Rolling Stone's list of 100 Best Albums of the Eighties.
With more than 20 releases and a slew of live recordings, Parker has never gone away. In addition to a history of loyal fans, he has a slew of smart new ones.
This fantastic troubadour is currently touring. We were fortunate to catch up with him at his NYC stop at City Winery to see his solo acoustic/electric set of favorites and deep cuts, as well as listen to great live comedy.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/graham-parker-squeezes-out-genius
Cheryl David is one of the most loved characters on the equally beloved show Curb Your Enthusiasm. We couldn’t curb our enthusiasm to catch up with the real Cheryl, actress, director, and producer Cheryl Hines to talk season 11 of Curb, her new gig on The Flight Attendant on HBO Max, life in general, and how she juggles it all. The 56-year-old, who gets more beautiful with age, says the key to life is to try to focus on the joyful moments.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/curb-your-enthusiasm-star-cheryl-hines-long-running-show-working-larry-david
Well, catching up with multi-Grammy-winning Rock & Roll Hall of Fame guitarist Carlos Santana was nothing short of a blessing. And it just so happens to be the first word of his latest album (add an S) Blessings and Miracles, and it delivers an eclectic explosion of sound.
Santana collaborated with fellow icons Chick Corea, Steve Winwood, Metallica’s Kirk Hammett, Living Colour’s Corey Glover, Chris Stapleton, G-Eazy, American Authors, and Ally Brooke. And he reunites with Matchbox Twenty’s Rob Thomas, who collaborated on his 1999 multiple Grammy-winning “Smooth.”
Blessings and Miracles is also something of a family affair. Acclaimed drummer Cindy Blackman Santana (Santana’s wife and bandmate) plays throughout the album. Santana’s son Salvador sings and plays the keyboard, and his daughter Stella sings as well.
We caught up with him at his home in Vegas last week to hear all about it, his current multi-year residency at the House of Blues at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, and the things that inspire him most in life, such as family and giving back.
Watch the interview at https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/carlos-santana-life-his-latest-masterpiece-blessings-and-miracles-and-elon-musk
"Can't Fight This Feeling" you get when you listen to one of their songs? Since the early '80s, REO Speedwagon has been the soundtrack of sorts to so many people’s lives with major hits like the one previously cited, “Keep On Loving You,” and “Take It On the Run.”
They’ve sold more than 40 million albums around the globe, and frontman Kevin Cronin and bandmates Bruce Hall (bass), Neal Doughty (keyboards), Dave Amato (guitar), and Bryan Hitt (drums) are still wowing fans in concert worldwide. Their melodic riffs, unmistakable sound, and legendary voice have transcended through the years, garnering them loyal and new fans alike.
We caught up with the keeper of that voice, Kevin Cronin, while on the second leg of their current US tour to hear all about it and more.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/reo-speedwagon-takes-their-wagon-road-wow-new-and-old-fans-alike
Inspired by Barnes' favorite artists growing up, the feel-good album is a soulful, jazzy pop throwback to the 70s
In 1984at the height of worldwide fame, 21 year-old legendary Def Leppard drummer, Rick Allen thought his career was over after suffering a terrible car crash that took his left arm. Fortunately, he says, he realized the power of the human spirit, recognized the love of so many, and focused on defying all the odds, which he did. Turning his personal tragedy into spiritual transformation and not only continued his musical journey but further dominated it, garnering millions more adoring fans along the way.
Famed prog-rock guitar virtuoso, singer, composer, and producer Steve Hackett first gained notoriety in 1971 when he joined Genesis. He rounded out, considered by many, the classic line-up that included Peter Gabriel, Tony Banks, Mike Rutherford, and Phil Collins.
Most know them for their hugely popular remake of Ritchie Valens' "La Bamba" from the 1987 movie of the same name. But if you haven't explored the eclectic collection of music from Los Lobos, even better, seen them perform live, you are surely missing out. For more than five decades, this beloved East L.A. band has been gifting us their mix of rock, punk, soul, R&B, and Mexican folk music.
We recently caught up with the band’s percussionist/guitarist and vocalist Louie Pérez from his home in Los Angeles to hear all about their latest album, Native Sons,a 13-song set produced as a love letter to their hometown and L.A.'s musical heritage. The covers album features classic songs from Thee Midniters, one of the first Chicano East L.A. garage bands, the Beach Boys, WAR, Buffalo Springfield, and Jackson Browne. The record also includes a cover of “Flat Top Joint” by roots-rock outfit The Blasters. They helped pave the way for Los Lobos's record signing in the early ’80s and counted sax player Steve Berlin as a member before he joined the band. Los Lobos has hit the road too. If you’ve ever seen them live, you know for sure they're not to be missed.
For tour dates, check out LosLobos.org.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/los-lobos-louie-perez-talks-their-latest-love-letter-east-la-new-tour-and-importance
If it appears like there's a resurgence of all things the '90s right now, you are seemingly right. Generation X is getting their time back in the spotlight. That goes for musicians too. Take the hugely popular 90s alt-rock band Toad the Wet Sprocket.
You know all their chart-topping hits, “All I Want,” “Walk on the Ocean,” “Something's Always Wrong.”
Celebrating 30 years as a band, the platinum-selling alternative rock group recently released their first album of new material in eight years through their independent label Abe's Records. We sat down with original members Glen Phillips, Todd Nichols, and Dean Dinning during their New York City tour stop at City Winery to talk about their latest music and current tour. It marks the band's first time back on the road since their 30th-anniversary tour in 2019.
Check out our LifeMinute with Toad the Wet Sprocket and for tour dates, go to toadthewetsprocket.com/on-tour.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/toad-wet-sprocket-tour-their-first-new-album-8-years-starting-now
They’re a band’s band; favored by Blondie, The Strokes, and Lana Del Ray. Brooklyn-based Surfbort has been making big waves in and out of the music scene, since their debut in 2015. The group that describes their sound as random romantic, pop, sing and dance and let all your angst out kind of “freak music” stopped by the LifeMinute studios last week to give us an acoustic listen from their forthcoming album, Keep On Truckin, produced by 4 Non Blondes, Linda Perry. The group also has a new music video with Fred Armisen on the way, collab with L7 and is currently on tour. Check out therealsurfbort.comfor dates.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/lifeminutes-one-watch-surfbort
Tony-nominated actor and singer Constantine Maroulis and pop singer-songwriter Kendra Erika released a new single together, “As Long As You're Mine,” a dance version of the song from the hit Broadway musical Wicked. The duo decided to release the new track the same day Broadway reopened after shutting down in March of last year. We sat down with the stars earlier this week at the LifeMinute Studios the day of the release to hear all about the new single, as well as what’s next for each of them.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/constantine-maroulis-and-kendra-erika-release-dance-remix-song-broadway-smash-wicked
The legendary Judas Priest frontman Rob Halford just turned 70 and looks amazing. He attributes good genes and a good outlook on life. We were fortunate to catch some of his uplifting light virtually last week from his home in Arizona.
The band is celebrating 50 years with a world tour that promises all the great spectacles you’ve come to know about a Judas Priest show if you’ve ever seen one; loads of steel, great lighting, video screens, and many costume changes. “Not as many as Cher this year,” laughs Halford. And lots of other surprises. But above all, “music leads the way,” says Halford. As such, fans should expect a sick setlist, taking you all the way back to their first album, Rocka Rolla. They also have a mammoth limited-edition box set coming out in October called “50 Heavy Metal Years of Music,” which includes a total of 42 CDs; every official live and studio album to date, including 13 previously unreleased. It's a literal treasure trove for Priest fans.
Halford, otherwise known as “Metal God,” a founding father of Heavy Metal in the late 60s, says he loves “converting people into metalheads.” And if anyone can do it, Halford can.
Just his adoration and passion alone for metal and his legions of metal fans are enough to make anyone, metal lover or not, a fan. Halford's a bit of an anomaly; tough as nails looking, adorned in tats, studs, and dressed in all black…the “Johnny Cash of heavy metal," he says.
It took all of 1 minute to note his heart is as big, open, and honest as they come, with a genuine desire to help you live your best life. And boy, does he have the knowledge to help you do it. He also loves God, kitties, his partner of 25 years, Thomas, and a good cup of British tea, not necessarily in that order.
Check out our LifeMinute with Rob Halford. Better yet, check out Judas Priest on tour now and pre-order “50 Heavy Metal Years of Music” at judaspriest.link/50HMY.Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/rob-halford-and-judas-priest-celebrate-50-years-world-tour-and-box-set
The band celebrates five decades of rocking with the release of a CD/DVD/Vinyl performance from their 2019 live show at Daryl’s House Club
We caught up with him while on tour to talk life, music, and that posthumous Prince cover everyone’s buzzing about
With two albums under his belt, and a third on the way, Dez Money explores new genres with the new single “Give Me All You Got” and it’s catchy and soulful. As the son of late ‘80s rock sensation, the iconic, Eddie Money, Dez was destined to be an artist. It’s clear family and music are the driving forces behind the Money clan.
He pays homage to his father in the song’s video using sentimental elements such as the drums he played while on tour with his Dad and a guitar used in the “Two Tickets to Paradise” video. He also got his siblings involved; younger brother Julian playing drums and big sis Jesse, assistant directing.
We caught up with Dez virtually, from his home in California, last week to hear all about it. Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/dez-money-keeps-dad-eddie-moneys-legacy-alive-focusing-family-and-music
Award-winning British fashion designer and musician Keanan Duffty has made mixing music and fashion his forte, working closely with artists David Bowie and the Sex Pistols, and playing alongside Clem Burke, Patti Smith, Scissor Sisters, Earl Slick, and Moby.
The London Central Saint Martins first-class honors graduate dressed the Sex Pistols for their 2003 American tour, and in 2006 he collaborated with David Bowie to create a fashion collection for Target.
As a member of the Council of Fashion Designers of America and CFDA Education Committee, Duffty served as stylist for the 2016 CFDA Awards tribute to Bowie, featuring Tilda Swinton and Michael C. Hall, and with costumes by Kansai Yamamoto and Donatella Versace. He's even written a book called Rebel Rebel Anti-Style, which explores fashion, music, and "anti-fashion" icons.
Duffty has had his own success as a singer with his music project Slinky Vagabond. In 2007 he formed the first incarnation of the musical group, which consisted of Glen Matlock (Sex Pistols), Clem Burke (Blondie), and Earl Slick (David Bowie/John Lennon). Slinky Vagabond made their debut in May of that year as part of Joey Ramone's annual Birthday Bash at Irving Plaza NYC. Duffty performed at the Marc Bolan 30th Anniversary show at the Delacorte Theater, Central Park, New York City, in September of the same year alongside Patti Smith, Scissor Sisters, Moby, Lloyd Cole, and the New York Dolls. On April 18, 2008, Duffty performed with Clem Burke at the opening of the John Varvatos boutique in the former CBGB's at 315 Bowery. The lineup featured performances by Slash, Tom Morrello, Joan Jett, Alan Vega, Ronnie Spector, Ian Hunter, and Cheetah Chrome.
The members of Slinky Vagabond have since parted ways, but the band still lives on with Italian guitarist/producer/songwriter Fabio Fabbri joining Duffty. They recently released a new album, King Boy Vandals, which features influential musicians Midge Ure (Ultravox, Live Aid), Dave Formula (Magazine, Visage), David Torn (Bowie, Sylvian), Tony Bowers (The Durutti Column), Richard Fortus (Psychedelic Furs) and Andy Hilfiger (Tommy's brother) playing bass in one song.
The all-around artist and creative came to visit us at the LifeMinute Studios to talk about the 10-track record, working with Bowie, and the evolution of punk fashion.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/fashion/video/british-fashion-designermusician-keanan-duffty-working-david-bowie-punk-fashion-and
The Grammy nominated multiplatinum quintet NEEDTOBREATHE has quietly emerged as a dynamic force in rock music, topping charts, selling out venues, and luring more and more fans with their soulful tunes.
Their 8th studio album Into The Mystery, released in July, comes off the heels of the highly acclaimed Out of Body, which bowed in the Top 5 of three Billboard charts. For this 12-track record, they retreated to a historic house-turned-recording studio in Columbia, Tennessee, for three weeks. It features songs with Carrie Underwood, Jon Foreman of Switchfoot, and Natalie Hemby of The Highwomen.
The band — Bear Rinehart [vocals, guitar], Seth Bolt [bass, vocals], Josh Lovelace [keys, vocals], Randall Harris [drums], and Tyler Burkum [guitar] say they’ve all stretched muscles they haven’t stretched before on this record, with each and everyone bringing their very best to the table.
We sat down with frontman Bear Rinehart virtually from his home in Tennessee to talk about the self-reflective record, what it was like working with seven-time Grammy-winner Carrie Underwood on the song “I Wanna Remember,” their 38-city upcoming tour in September, and a new documentary film.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/needtobreathes-bear-rinehart-new-album-featuring-carrie-underwood-and-switchfoots-jon
What do you get when you combine seven fantastic musicians, great writing, and the joy of performing together? Styx’s 17th studio album Crash of the Crown,produced by Will Evankovich — the man behind the boards for the band’s previous studio masterpiece, The Mission.
The recording sessions for Crash of the Crown mainly took place in Tommy Shaw’s home studio in Nashville, where the frontman experiments with a banjo for the first time. And, of course, it includes the legendary sounds of his guitars, a mandolin, and his undeniable voice.
It’s catchy, uplifting, and harmonious, ironically the same key adjectives that seem to describe the bands’ passion and zest for creating not only in the studio but live on stage for their legions of loyal fans; old and new. We were fortunate to catch up with Shaw recently while he was on tour to hear all about it and more. This is a LifeMinute with Tommy Shaw.
Find a show near you at styxworld.com.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/legendary-tommy-shaw-talks-styx-their-latest-album-crash-crown-and-current-us-tour
With 10 multi-platinum albums, 16 Top 30 hits, and more than 80 million albums sold to date, the legendary group Foreigner has been rockin‘ the music scene for 40 plus years with no signs of slowing down.
Their timeless anthems “Waiting For A Girl Like You,” “Hot Blooded,” “Juke Box Hero,” “Cold As Ice,” “Feels Like The First Time,” “Urgent,” “Head Games,” “Say You Will,” “Dirty White Boy,” “Long, Long Way from Home,” and the worldwide #1 hit “I Want To Know What Love Is” still tops the charts with massive airplay, continued Billboard Top 200 album success, and video and audio streams of more than 15 million a week.
We recently caught up with lead singer Kelly Hansen to hear all about the band's current US tour, plans for a massive world tour, and much more.
For tour dates and tickets, check out foreigneronline.com.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/lifeminute-foreigners-kelly-hansen
With 50 years in the biz and more than 100 million records sold to date, Bonnie Tyler has been a force and voice to be reckoned with in the music world. Her power pop-rock ballads “It's a Heartache,” “Total Eclipse of the Heart,” and “Holding Out for a Hero,” featured in Footloose,have showcased her range and raw vocal talent as well as earned her several Grammy and BRIT Award nominations as well as a huge global fanbase. But with all that success, the best is truly still yet to come for the iconic Welsh songstress.
This week we got the privilege of speaking with Tyler virtually from her home in beautiful Algarve, Portugal, on her 48th wedding anniversary, to husband Robert Sullivan, a 1972 Olympic judo athlete. She told us all about her new album, The Best is Yet to Come,upcoming tour, how she celebrated her 70th birthday last month, and her secrets for looking amazing and still going strong after all these years.
Working with David Mackay, the producer of her first record, Tyler recorded her 18th studio album before the pandemic, but its release was delayed until earlier this year. The twelve-track album is a throwback to the '80s with a nostalgic but fresh and energetic feel with songs written by the likes of Steve Womack, Neil Lockwood, and Desmond Child, who wrote for Bon Jovi and Aerosmith.
What's next for this ageless beauty? Tyler is already at work on her next album and will start recording in September. Also, in September, the release of a brand-new version of her signature hit “Total Eclipse of the Heart” for an upcoming Classical/Dance crossover album by Alex Christensen and the Berlin Orchestra.
Until then, you can catch Tyler on tour all over Europe starting this month. She promises to perform all her classics but is excited for fans to hear the new music for the first time. Find dates at bonnietyler.com/tour.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/bonnie-tyler-new-80s-throwback-album-her-50-year-career-and-feeling-40-70
Emmy-Award-winning actress, author, and comedian Tiffany Haddish has a lot to be happy about these days. A newfound healthy lifestyle, thriving career, another book in the works, and we can’t forget her famous boo Common. We caught up with Haddish at her latest venture, giving back to her hometown of LA by supporting a project that’s near and dear to her heart.
So what are her “Tiff Tips” for getting physically and mentally healthy? Haddish is a firm believer that when you have a healthy body, it strengthens your mind. She likes to take a multi-vitamin every day and incorporate fresh fruit into her diet, of which her personal favorite is plums. As for happiness, Haddish finds it in the little things, and of course, in giving back.
She teamed up with vitafusion™ and the Fruit Tree Project to plant fruit trees at the Pico Union Project in LA for the local community. The vitafusion™ Fruit Tree Project also donated an additional 30 fruit trees. Since 2017, they have planted over 200,000 fruit trees across the world with a mission to deliver delicious nutrition accessible to underserved communities.
The star is also staying busy with several projects, including a new TV show Friday Night Vibes, a new movie, The Card Counter, in theaters in September, and she's working on another book. Haddish is also making music, gardening, and working on her relationship with her famous boyfriend, Common. She said the pair are doing very well. “We’re enjoying each other's company, learning a lot from each other, and growing,” says Haddish.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/tiffany-haddish-health-and-happiness
He’s an actor, comedian, and host of the new food show Crime Scene Kitchen. We caught up with him in LA this week while promoting his latest role, Chief Happy Hour Officer for the beverage brand Q Mixers. In addition to hosting two game shows, starring in the dark romantic comedy, Happily, DC Universe series' Stargirl and co-hosting the podcast The Darkest Timeline alongside his fellow Community co-star Ken Jeong– he has added expert bartender to his resume. The husband and dad of two teenage boys, showed us how he fixes his favorite cocktail, an American Mule, just in time for the Fourth of July.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/lifeminute-joel-mchale
The members of the rock band Monarch are finding new life in the music world. The group was formed when Red Sun Rising guitarist and songwriter Ryan Williams, along with James Lascu and Matt Puhy, the rhythm section of the band Wilson, got together after both bands broke up in 2019. The three musicians and label mates spent five years crossing paths all over the world, performing nearly 1000 shows between their bands. Once they decided to link up, all that was left to do was find a vocalist. Despite the challenge of having to hold auditions virtually due to COVID-19, the guys were blown away by Sebastian Duke’s voice and asked him to join the band. We got the chance to sit down with Williams and Duke, whose band name was inspired by the monarch butterfly, representing rebirth. They filled us in on their new music, including their debut single “The Fray,” which is already attracting new and old fans alike.
At first look, you may see Buckcherry’s frontman Josh Todd as intimidating. But after a few seconds, you’ll be quickly taken by his sweet charm and mild-mannered personality, which, if you’ve seen him live, is ever-present on stage.
We were fortunate to catch up with this passionate 51-year-old rocker, husband (his wife is model/actress Mitzi Martin), father, grandfather, yes—grandfather, from his home in LA this week. The band just released their 9th studio album Hellbound and is currently touring the US, Canada, and the UK 'til the end of December.
He’s an Oscar-winning actor, she an accomplished actress and writer, together they’ve created a short film, which debuted at the Tribeca Film Festival this week, entitled Nuts. Chris Cooper and wife Marianne Leone Cooper say they were pushed out of their comfort zones while producing the project. Besides writing and directing, the couple also co-stars in the film, along with their late dog and some wild turkeys.
Shot in two days at their home, the story showcases the love still palpable and present between a divorced couple who come back together amid the COVID-19 crisis. It was also the first time the two have acted together since before they were married in 1983. The film is part of a two-volume anthology titled WITH/In, comprised of short vignettes dealing with life in quarantine in which Julianne Moore, Don Cheadle, Sanaa Lathan, Rebecca Hall, Alessandro Nivola, Emily Mortimer, and Rosie Perez also took part.
We sat down with the inspiring husband and wife team virtually from their home set in Massachusetts to talk all about the making of the film and how they’ve kept their own marriage strong after almost 38 years.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/oscar-winning-actor-chris-cooper-and-actress-and-screenwriter-marianne-leone
Multi-platinum recording artist Andy Grammer has been inspiring artists for years with his chart-topping tracks like “Keep Your Head Up” and “Honey, I’m Good.” A lot has happened in his life since he visited the LifeMinute studios back in 2014. We caught up with him from his home studio in LA this week to hear all about it.
The talented songwriter has two new songs. “Close to You” featuring R3HAB came out this spring, and the new track “Lease on Life” will kick off his 5th studio album and be released June 28. His latest partnership with Chewy is inviting fans to help him write the hottest new song of the summer, their Chewy Camp Track. You can submit your original lyrics on ChewyCampTrack.com until June 30. For each lyrical submission entered online by an eligible participant, the Quaker Chewy Play Fund will donate $1, up to $200,000 (minimum donation $50,000), to support the American Camp Association and the Send a Child to Camp Fund.
The husband and father of two little girls has tons to smile about, but we had to ask him how he stays so positive through the tough times. He told us to not just smile through pain but do the work to better ourselves. He goes deeper into his personal story and those of others in his podcast The Good Parts, a series that digs into the philosophies, successes, failures, and spiritual experiences of other entertainers.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/andy-grammer-music-life-and-how-you-can-help-him-write-hottest-new-song-summer
Southern rock-influenced two-time Grammy award winner and three-time Country Music Association (CMA) award-winning artist Travis Tritt has been wowing fans for 30+ years. We recently caught up with the country great from his home studio in Georgia to hear about his latest release Set In Stone. The new album marks Tritt’s first original full-length studio album in more than a decade and pays homage to all sides of his musical personality as well as his trademark original sounds, from the rocking and rowdy to powerful love songs.
Tritt describes Set In Stone as “getting back to a no-frills classic outlaw-country sound.” Released through Big Noise Music Group and produced by Dave Cobb (Chris Stapleton, The Highwomen, Sturgill Simpson), Tritt’s new album features 11 new songs, eight of which he co-wrote.
The highly abbreviated Tritt timeline started when the young Marietta, Georgia native incorporated his lifelong influences of Southern rock, blues, and gospel into his country music background during a honky-tonk apprenticeship that led him to Warner Bros. in 1989. Over the course of a decade, Tritt released seven studio albums and a greatest hits package for the label. His 1990 debut Country Club and its succession of hits put him in the vanguard of the genre's early '90s boom, dubbing him as one of “The Class of ‘89,” which included country music superstars Garth Brooks, Clint Black, and Alan Jackson; all of whom dominated the charts in the early ‘90s.
“Country Club,” “Help Me Hold On,” “I’m Gonna Be Somebody,” and “Drift Off to Dream” peaked at numbers two and three on the Hot Country Singles and Tracks charts; all of which led Tritt to win the award for Top New Male Artist from Billboard and the CMA Horizon Award (now known as the New Artist of the Year Award). Moreover, in 1991 the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) marked Tritt’s debut album Country Club as certified platinum. A year later Tritt was invited to become a member of the world-famous Grand Ole Opry.\
Tritt’s sophomore album It’s All About to Change was released two years after his debut album. This album changed everything when it not only shipped three million copies but all four of its singles reached the top five on the country music charts. And like the first album, this second release became triple-platinum certified by the RIAA.
At the same time, Tritt's conspicuous lack of a cowboy hat and musical assertiveness set him apart. The next series of albums, seven of which are certified platinum or higher, scored him more hit singles and led Tritt to amass more than 30 million in career album sales, as well as two Grammys, three CMA Awards, and a devoted fan base that continues to fill venues coast-to-coast.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/lifeminute-travis-tritt
Charmin toilet paper’s latest campaign challenged some of the best rappers in the biz; Lil Dicky, Lil Yachty and Rico Nasty to battle their way to king or queen of the throne. See who flushed the others away singing Charmin's praises. Head to at Charmin on Instagram to see the battle go down.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/rappers-lil-dicky-lil-yachty-and-rico-nasty-come-together-ultimate-rap-battle
We caught up with Singer-songwriter Josh Kelley from his home studio at his family’s horse ranch, just outside of Park City, Utah. The Georgia native and his wife of almost 14 years, actress Katherine Heigl and their three children opted for a more private life out of the spotlight, while continuing to balance work, family life, and a farm. Kelley’s latest work, Unplugged From Upstream Studios, an 11-track acoustic album of some of his fan favorites, brings new life and emotion to the familiar songs. He told us all about it and more. This is a LifeMinute with Josh Kelley.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/josh-kelley-new-unplugged-album-and-life-home-wife-katherine-heigl-and-their-three-kids
It's always exciting when we have the rare opportunity to be privy to the early stages of an artist just beginning to bloom. LA based Neo-Folk singer-songwriter, Alicia Blue is on the cusp of her inevitable big breakthrough. In a relatively short time span she's released an EP, a full-length album and a brand new single earning considerable buzz.
It was in 2019 that she released her self-titled EP of 7 songs, that included the standout track "Magma," which was scooped up to be included on the Starbucks Acoustic Playlist on Spotify, which almost immediately made her a player in the LA songwriter circuit.
Her follow up full-length, Bravebird was released in 2020 in the midst of the global pandemic and even against those odds, word was getting out and she managed to garner spots on Spotify's Fresh Finds Pop and Fresh Finds Rock Playlists.
There is no doubt a connection in her music to the heavy hitters of the '70's folk rock scene, like Joni Mitchell, Neil Young, James Taylor, but she has put her own stamp on her music creating a unique, yet familiar style.
Her latest single "Blackbird," is a moving song that brings to light the hardships many in this country have had to endure. Inspiration encompasses the struggles of her own Mexican heritage, The BLM movement, and the Japanese internment camps during the second World War. Even though it tackles some dour subject matter, it is essentially a song of eternal hope.
2021 is still young and this ambitious artist has even more music up her sleeve. Collaborations with Lincoln Parish (Cage The Elephant) and Sadler Vaden (Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit) are just a couple of things she has in store for the remainder of this year.
https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/lifeminutes-one-watch-alicia-blue
New York Based group Lizzie Edwards and the Makers (Makers as in their favorite bourbon) are set to release their full-length Dear Onda Wahl later this summer, and it’s poised for greatness. Produced by The Cure and former Bowie guitarist, Reeves Gabrels and Grammy-winning producer Mario McNulty who’s worked with the likes of David Bowie and Prince.
The bands’ sound delivers a dark, bluesy, soulful, feel --- with roots firmly planted in the world of classic and southern rock, influenced, they say, by director David Lynch and his hit 90s show, Twin Peaks.
They came together in 2011 when Edwards and guitarist Greg McMullen hastily formed for a festival at renowned music venue Pete's Candy Store, where she worked as a sound engineer and McMullen was a frequent performer.
The Makers are rounded-out by seasoned sidemen bassist Brett Bass (Gregg Allman, Bernie Worrell); drummer Steve Williams (Sadé, Digable Planets); and keyboard player Rob Clores (Black Crowes, John Popper Band.)
Lizzie Edwards is blessed with a powerful voice that has been compared to soul singer Ann Peebles, both Wilson sisters, and jazz legend Billie Holiday.
Edwards says she and the band are excited about things beginning to open up and being able to play in front of live audiences again, " I feel this kind of relentless urge to just get out there and play this album for everybody."
Fans of Lizzie and The Makers won’t have to wait too much longer, touring plans are underway to Nashville, Austin, Los Angeles and points in between, but not before two fifths of the group, Lizzie and keyboardist Rob Clores stopped by our LifeMinute studios in New York last week, to play the first two singles "Mermaid" and "Lover By Proxy" from the new album. Check it out.
https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/lizzie-and-makers
Big wins of the night… The Weeknd with a whopping ten including Top Artist and Top Hot 100 Artist – bringing his career total to 19 making him the number five most decorated BBMA winner of all time behind Drake, Justin Bieber, Garth Brooks and Taylor Swift who won Top Female and Top Billboard 200 this year.
BTS took home four awards, winning Top Social Artist for the fifth consecutive year.
Drake held on to his title for most Billboard Music Award wins of all time and received the artist of the decade award.
Pop Smoke posthumously won four awards including Top New Artist.
P!nk was presented the Icon Award from her longtime friend Jon Bon Jovi and gave a show-stopping aerial performance with her daughter Willow, while playing a medley of her hit songs.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/billboard-music-awards-2021
Most know Perry Farrell as the charismatic influential singer/songwriter and frontman of 90's alternative rock powerhouse bands Jane's Addiction and Porno for Pyros, or as the mastermind behind the wildly successful musical traveling circus, Lollapalooza. Others simply call him the “godfather of alternative rock.” Farrell sat down with Lifeminute.TV from his home in LA recently, to talk about among other things his massive new box set including limited edition artifacts and a book of photographic memoirs; called The Glitz; The Glamour.
The legend is also releasing new music this week with his orchestra Kind Heaven, a collab with Taylor Hawkins, Elliot Easton, David Bryan and Chris Chaney.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/lifeminute-perry-farrell
Spiral: From the Book of Saw is the 9th installment in the Saw franchise, and this time, star an executive producer, Chris Rock is putting his comedic twist on the thriller. The actor sat down to tell us about his approach to taking on the scary genre and what it was like playing the son of Samuel L. Jackson. See what he has to say and catch the movie in theaters May 14.
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/movies/video/chris-rock-bringing-hint-comedy-his-role-latest-saw-movie
Famed Stray Cats bassist, Lee Rocker, serves some of the finest rockability around. We were fortunate to have him grace our LifeMinute studio recently to tell us all about his latest album Gather Round and some of the unique methods needed to record it. Forced to pivot while producing the 10-track record in the midst of a global pandemic, Rocker says the situation made him “more focused.”
Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/strayed-cat-lee-rocker-his-latest-all-original-musicgather-round
This week’s music releases include remixes and covers of Sir Paul McCartney's hits, a trilogy from country crooner, Eric Church, hard-hitting rock from Greta Van Fleet and live sounds from Grammy-winner, Norah Jones.
Sir Paul McCartney's latest release McCartney III Imagined, is an interesting remake of the album he recorded during lockdown 2020, McCartney III. This time, the 12-track album features remixes and covers by other artists including; Beck, Dominic Fike, St. Vincent, Josh Homme, Damon Albarn, Phoebe Bridgers, and more.
Heart is the first installment of Country star, Eric Church's Heart & Soul trilogy. This ambitious project is tied in with two other albums due out later this month. Soul and "&" a vinyl fan club only release. Church and his band recorded the 28 songs in 28 days in a restaurant they converted to a music studio in Banner Elk, North Carolina.
Michigan-born rockers Greta Van Fleet are keeping the flame of Classic Rock alive with their latest, The Battle at Garden's Gate. Taking their cue from such rock giants as Led Zeppelin and Rush, they’ve doubled down on their hard - hitting sound with this new record. The single "My Way Soon" released in October 2020, hit #1 in January 2021 on Billboard's Mainstream Rock Airplay chart.
'Til We Meet Again is Norah Jones' first-ever live album culled from performances all over the world including; Argentina, Brazil, France, Italy and the US from 2017-2019. It also spans her entire career ranging from her multi-Grammy winning debut in 2002, to her most recent single "I'll Be Gone.” The album closes with her version of Soundgarden’s "Black Hole Sun" which she recorded just days after the passing of Chris Cornell.
Watch the Video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/new-music-paul-mccartney-eric-church-greta-van-fleet-and-norah-jones
For the better part of the last 40+ years you’ve known Paul Stanley as frontman of the legendary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame rock gods, KISS. Most of the world knows him as Star Child, strutting on stage in full on face makeup, platform boots and spandex to adoring crowds in sold out arenas across the globe. Over the last five years though he’s been putting his passion project to work with a different musical group with a whole new (or rather old as in classic) sound Paul Stanley's Soul Station, a 15-piece ensemble replete with strings, a vibrant horn section and lush back up harmonies recreating the classic R&B sounds of the Temptations, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson, The Spinners, The Delfonics and more.
This change in musical direction is not as sudden as one might think. While he has obviously absorbed the sounds of the heavy British rock groups of the late 60's and built upon that with his primary gig in KISS, Stanley says many of the R&B groups of his youth made a deep impression. The new record includes Stanley and Co's faithful renditions of 9 cover songs along with 5 originals.
We were fortunate to chat with Stanley virtually from his home in LA recently about his latest full-length release, the groups’ first, entitled Now and Then.
Stanley says Soul Station "isn’t trying to replicate or imitate" but rather stay true to it “pay homage to it and give it what it deserves. And I think from what everybody has told us so far we’ve done that and then some."
LifeMinute agrees he and his Soul Station certainly have.
https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/paul-stanley-releases-new-full-length-album-his-rb-group-soul-station
Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, author, actress, and activist, Naomi Judd has led a colorful life. There isn’t much she hasn’t already done, including being a registered nurse, and a ringmaster in the circus. Judd, now 75 is still stunning and as beautiful on the inside as she is on the out and seems to find purpose in helping others. We caught up with her virtually at her home in Tennessee this week to hear about her latest acting project, a role in Lifetime TV’s movie series called, Ruby, based on the novel by V.C. Andrews. The movie (part 1 of 4) airs this Saturday, March 20th.
https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/lifeminute-naomi-judd
The multi-talented---Alain Johannes. He is a singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, producer, engineer and the list goes on. One of the most revered musicians among his peers, there is not much he can't do or hasn't already accomplished in the music industry.
His talents run deep. A spiritual poet, a man of staggering intellect, he's lived all over the world, speaks several languages and creates his (self-taught) art at the highest of levels.
He is something of an octopus with far reaching tentacles working with a myriad of different artists in different genres. Just the tip of his resume beyond his own eclectic body of work, includes writing, producing, engineering and performing with Queens of The Stone Age, Chris Cornell, No Doubt, PJ Harvey, Kelly Clarkson, Hilary Duff, LIVE and Mark Lanegan, to name a few.
Born into a musical family in Chile in 1962, both his parents were singers and his uncle Peter Rock, was a nueva ola entertainer of note in South America. His family immigrated to Los Angeles when he was just 12 and it was there in junior high that he made life-altering musical connections with classmates Hillel Slovak, Jack Irons and Michael Balzary (otherwise known as Flea) and the three would later go on to become three-fourths of the Red Hot Chili Peppers original lineup.
It was this group of talented musicians along with Alain that would take on several names before settling on What Is This? in 1985. But the real turning point in Johannes’s life and career came upon physically meeting his soulmate in life and music Natasha Shneider, literally one day after meeting her in a dream.
They were married in 1987 and together became the band Walk The Moon, recording one album for MCA records that same year. The two create words and sound so unique, so powerful, so soulful they are often asked to collaborate and act as a sounding board for their peers—including the likes of Frank Zappa and Chris Cornell, with whom they formed a close bond, so close that the duos fingerprints can be heard throughout Cornell’s first solo debut “Euphoria Morning,” where they were responsible for co-writing and arranging 6 of the 12 songs as well as its overall production, recorded in their own home studio.
In 1990, the band Eleven was born, a trio made up of Johannes, Shneider and Jack Irons. They released five records through 2003. Eleven would go on to gain much deserved respect from their peers and the Alternative music audience while touring extensively as an opening act for bands such as Pearl Jam and Soundgarden, both part of the exploding Seattle Grunge scene.
Perhaps an unfortunate misstep by record execs, was to overlook the value of Eleven or Johannes and Shneider respectively, arguably, as most will agree, among the most underrated musicians to ever exist. However---for Johannes it never was or has been about fame or money, it's about "making music that would help the world, help himself... the love of music."
In 2008 the untimely and unthinkable death of Shneider put a halt to Eleven, shortly followed by the death of his mother six years later and his father and his Uncle Peter shortly thereafter.
Johannes has soldiered on, unleashing his pain, healing and channeling Natasha through three beautiful releases, Spark, a special tribute to her, Fragments and Wholes, Vol. 1 and the latest Hum.
We eagerly await more acts of greatness from this great man.
https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/alain-johannes-life-loss-and-power-music
Golden Globe award-winner, Robin Wright makes her directorial debut in Land, which she also stars in. The actress turned director plays Edee Mathis, a lawyer who after suffering a horrible tragedy, leaves her life and retreats to an isolated cabin in the Rockies. Wright says she wants the film to show the journey of grief, human resilience and the need for each other.
“I’m hoping that the movie shows …the power of human resilience through difficult times.”
Besides getting her feet wet in the director’s chair, she also learned a little about living in the Canadian Rockies, where the film took place. “I learned how to chop wood and skin a deer and people ask .. Could you go off the grid and survive in the wilderness? Yes (I) probably could, would not choose to do so, but I probably could after this film.”
As for working with the cast, she says, “When you're in front of the camera and behind the camera you absolutely have to have a strong team surrounding you and boy did I … I had a great group of people.”
See the film in theaters starting today.
https://lifeminute.tv/movies/video/robin-wright-human-resilience-and-learning-survive-wilderness-her-directorial-debut
Multi-platinum selling recording artist, Hunter Hayes has experienced some big changes this year that served as the catalyst to create his latest music. The pandemic allowed the five-time GRAMMY nominee to take the time he needed to fully dedicate himself to Red Sky, the second album in what will be a trilogy, following Wild Blue, released in 2019.
We sat down virtually with the singer-songwriter from his home in LA to talk about his latest single, “The One That Got Away,” what he’s been up to during quarantine (road tripping and flying planes) and how his stint on the hit show, The Masked Singer helped him prepare for it all.
https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/hunter-hayes-how-big-changes-his-life-inspired-his-latest-music
Machine Gun Kelly released a 50-minute movie/music-video, called “Downfalls High,” combining all 14-songs from Tickets to My Downfall.
Former Stray Cat, Lee Rocker’s latest solo album, Gather Round comes out Friday. The title track, chronicles a cross-country trip with his wife Deborah from their Laguna Beach home to Long Island NY during the pandemic.
The Foo Fighters’ “Waiting on a War,” is the newest single from the band’s upcoming album Medicine at Midnight due out in February.
https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/new-music-machine-gun-kelly-foo-fighters-and-lee-rocker
Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon and Kristin Davis will reprise their roles in a new series called And Just Like That with 10 half-hour episodes on HBO Max, set to begin production in New York City, late spring. The three actresses dropped a teaser for the show on their Instagrams last night. Noticeably absent was Kim Cattrall who won’t be returning, but Cattrall fans can catch her on own series Filthy Rich on Fox now and Hulu.
https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/sarah-jessica-parker-cynthia-nixon-and-kristin-davis-share-teaser-sex-and-city
Today the legendary David Bowie would have turned 69 and his celebrity fans and friends are paying tribute this weekend on what also marks the fifth anniversary of his death, (January 10th) with a Star-Studded Birthday Concert: Just for One Day!
The concert will feature performances from Trent Reznor (Nine Inch Nails), William Corgan (The Smashing Pumpkins), Oscar-winning actor Gary Oldman, Gavin Rossdale (Bush), Duran Duran, Adam Lambert, Peter Frampton, Michael C. Hall, Perry Farrell (Jane’s Addiction), Joe Elliott (Def Leppard), Grammy-winning singer Macy Gray, Ian Astbury (The Cult), Lzzy Hale (Halestorm), Gail Ann Dorsey (David Bowie, Lenny Kravitz), Bernard Fowler (Rolling Stones), Corey Glover (Living Color), Tony-winner Lena Hall, vocal phenom Judith Hill (Grammy winner for 20 Feet From Stardom) and Charlie Sexton (David Bowie, Bob Dylan).
Kicking off at 9 pm EST, the show will be available for ticket holders around the globe and for 24 hours after its initial stream.
Fans can visit the event page at rollinglivestudios.com/bowie to buy tickets, purchase VIP experiences, and order exclusive merch. VIP ticket bundles offer fans a variety of exclusive opportunities and merchandise including everything from access to a pre-show soundcheck and an after-show Q&A with members of the band. Proceeds benefit Save the Children.
To learn more about A Bowie Celebration, Just for One Day! visit Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/david-bowie-celeb-fans-pay-tribute-legend-just-one-day-birthday-concert
Congress completed the counting of electoral votes on Wednesday while Trump supporters breached The U.S. Capitol leaving four dead. Congress reconvened that evening and certified Joe Biden as president.
Emma Stone is pregnant. It will be the first child for the actress and her husband Dave McCary who she wed this past September.
Charlie’s Angel, Bond Girl and That ‘70s Show star Tanya Roberts has died. The actress who was 65 passed away Monday after a urinary tract infection turned into sepsis.
Los Angeles Dodgers Manager, Tommy Lasorda passed away Thursday night after suffering a heart attack. The legendary Baseball Hall of Famer was 93.
Dr. Dre suffered a brain aneurysm and was taken to the ICU Tuesday. The 55-year-old rapper appears to be in good condition, posting a positive message to his fans that he is feeling great.
Meanwhile four men were arrested Tuesday night for attempting to burglarize his $50-million Brentwood Estates home.
News broke earlier this week that Kanye and Kim Kardashian West are heading for divorce. While speculation as to when they will split continues, rumors surfaced that the rapper had an affair with makeup artist, Jeffree Star. The famous couple has yet to comment but the YouTube sensation posted a video denying the cheating scandal allegations.
https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/capitol-breach-jeffree-star-speaks-kanye-celebs-we-lost-week-and-more
Alternative rock group The Dandy Warhols are celebrating the 20th Anniversary of their beloved 13 Tales From Urban Bohemia album with a special streaming event from their hometown, Portland, Oregon. Check it out here DandyWarholsLive.com Wednesday, December 30 at 12pm PST / 3pm EST, 8pm GMT, 9pm CET and on Thursday, December 31 at 7am AEDT beginning with a pre-show Q&A with the band.
Watch it on demand through 11:59pm EST on January 2, 2021.
Promising Young Woman is not your average tale of a woman’s revenge. The film written and directed by Emerald Fennell and starring Carey Mulligan, Laverne Cox, Adam Brody and Alison Brie goes deeper to address the issue of consent and sexual assault on women.
https://lifeminute.tv/movies/video/carey-mulligan-and-promising-young-woman-cast-comment-complexities-culturally-relevant
Set in Texas in the post-Civil War era, News of the World follows Tom Hanks as Captain Jefferson Kyle Kidd, a veteran who comes across a 10-year-old girl (Helena Zengel) taken by the Kiowa tribe, who he resolves to return to her family. The novel by Paulette Jiles, turned film is a story of survival and humanity with a message Hanks says can be applied to our current day struggles.
https://lifeminute.tv/movies/video/tom-hanks-says-his-new-period-piece-film-has-message-our-modern-day-tough-times
Ryan Reynolds, Emma Stone, Nicholas Cage and the rest of the Croods cast reunited for the sequel, The Croods: A New Age. This time there is a new family in the world, the Bettermans, played by Peter Dinklage, Leslie Mann and Kelly Marie Tran. We sat down with the animated film's stars Guy (Reynolds) and Eep (Stone) to hear about their return to the project after 7 years since the first flick and newcomer Mann on what it was like joining the movie she and her kids fell in love with when the children were young. Catch the film in theaters out today.
https://lifeminute.tv/movies/video/ryan-reynolds-and-emma-stone-reunite-family-flick-croods-sequel-just-time-thanksgiving
Emmy-Award winning actress, comedian and author, Tiffany Haddish was in LA this week talking about what she’s up to which includes a new hairdo and healthy new lifestyle. “During this time in the Pandemic I’ve been working on my body baby,” said the star who recently lost 40lbs.
Though Tiffany says she has some new acting projects coming up, she says she’s most looking forward to giving back this Thanksgiving. The actress teamed up with vitafusion Gummy Vitamins to support WhyHunger’s Hungerthon, to put a spotlight on the importance of equal access to nutritious food choices and the importance of holistic health and wellness everyday.
She says those that need help can call the WhyHunger hotline at 1-800-5-HUNGRY and to see how you can get involved to help others, visit whyhunger.org/vitafusion.
See the video interview here: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/tiffany-haddish-talks-thanksgiving-plans-healthy-living-and-how-shes-helping-fight
Superstitions – we all have them. So which ones are normal and which are wacky? You decide which category these superstitious stars fall into. https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/celebrity-superstitions-common-kooky
Vince Vaughn and Kathryn Newton star in the new slasher comedy, Freaky out today in theaters. The film directed by Christopher Landon, does its own take on the classic Freaky Friday franchise but instead of mother and daughter swapping bodies the switch up is between a notorious serial killer (Vaughn) and a 17-year-old girl (Newton.) The two stars sat down to talk about what it was like to play each other and how they collaborated to make their out of body experience seem so real on the big screen.
https://lifeminute.tv/movies/video/vince-vaughn-and-kathryn-newton-talk-switching-bodies-freaky
The celeb life news that happened this week that you need to know this minute…
https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/celeb-life-news-lenny-kravitz-designs-piano-anniversaries-and-babys-babys-babys
ACM-winning country superstar, Jamie O’Neal is back with her first album since 2014. Sometimes, which features duets with John Paul White, Lauren Alaina, Martina McBride and Sara Evans, is a combination of reimagined versions of the GRAMMY-nominated singer-songwriter's mega hits such as "There Is No Arizona" and "When I Think About Angels" and brand new songs including her latest singles "The World Goes On" and "Wreck Me." The Australian born artist sat down with us (virtually) from her home studio in Nashville to give us an intimate look into the making this personal record.
https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/lifeminute-jamie-oneal
More than 20 years after the original release of “Reflection,” Christina Aguilera rerecorded the classic for the live-action Mulan remake. The five-time Grammy-winner talks coming full circle with the new song for the Disney film “Loyal Brave True.”
https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/christina-aguilera-reviving-hit-reflection-live-action-mulan-remake
The creators of ‘Got Milk?’, The California Milk Processor Board and California Dairy Farmers have partnered with Feeding America, the largest domestic hunger-relief and food rescue organization in the country, to help get 1 million meals and 1 million servings of milk to California families facing hunger. They’re calling it the #foodforthought initiative, donating to food banks throughout the Golden State and they’ve enlisted some famous Californian faces to help.
https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/new-initiative-helps-get-1-million-meals-and-servings-milk-california-families
We’ve all had to deal with doing things a little differently this summer and actor and dad, Taye Diggs is no different. We sat down with the star to learn all about how he and his 10-year old son are recreating the summer camp experience at home this year. Diggs has partnered with Quaker Chewy to share with families how they can keep the fun in summer.
https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/actor-taye-diggs-dishes-life-during-quarantine
Are your fireworks cancelled this year? Not to fear, NBC’s 44th annual “Macy’s 4th of July Spectacular” has got you covered complete with performances by the Black Eyed Peas, the Killers, Lady A, John Legend, Tim McGraw and Brad Paisley. The show promises to be just as show stopping as previous years. Catch the two-hour live telecast at 8 p.m. ET and the encore to follow at 10 on NBC.
https://lifeminute.tv/home-and-family/video/where-see-fireworks-4th-july
Jon Stewart might be left leaning in his personal politics, but Steve Carell and the cast of Irresistible say the film throws jabs at republicans and democrats alike. The comedy stars Rose Byrne, Topher Grace, Natasha Lyonne who rave about working with the talents of Carell and Stewart. Irresistible is available to stream today.
https://lifeminute.tv/movies/video/steve-carell-and-irresistible-cast-say-jon-stewarts-political-satire-equal-offender
Stand-up comedian, Jesus Trejo tells us all about his first hour-long stand-up special Stay at Home Son which debuted on SHOWTIME on May 29th. The title didn’t mean to imply “staying at home” in the quarantine sense, since it taped well before this all happened which makes it all the more relevant. We caught up with Jesus via Zoom last week from Long Beach, CA to hear all about it.
Stay at Home Son is not the first time he has featured his home life in his craft. In a 2018 AARP documentary, Care to Laugh he shared his reality of being a caregiver to his two parents, while pursuing his comedy dreams.
Besides cracking jokes, the comedian also loves to eat. He combined both his passions in Tacos Con Todo, a show exploring California’s taco culture. Look out for the second season on Complex.
https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/lifeminute-jesus-trejo
SNL star Pete Davidson strikes a more somber note in The King of Staten Island, which is loosely based on his own life and the loss of his firefighter father on 9/11. The actor says he and director/producer Judd Apatow wanted to make the dark comedy as “authentic and transparent as possible” to show a family dealing with tragedy and overcoming it.
https://lifeminute.tv/movies/video/pete-davidson-and-cast-king-staten-island-touch-tone-judd-apatows-dark-comedy
There’s nothing like a good bedtime story to settle the kids into bed for the night. Now you can hear these celebs read them right to you. Dolly Parton, Kevin Jonas, Josh Gad, Amy Adams and Jennifer Garner lend their voices to narrate kids' classics.
https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/catch-these-celebs-read-bedtime-stories
Every third Friday in May is National NASCAR Day and the sport returns to the racetrack for the first time in more than two months since the COVID-19 outbreak at The Real Heroes 400 at Darlington Raceway honoring frontline healthcare workers this Sunday May 17th.
https://lifeminute.tv/home-and-family/video/nascar-returns-racetrack-weekend
There’s no doubt, while channel-surfing, you’ll stumble upon at least 3 or 4 films starring Dennis Quaid, and if you haven’t already fallen in love with this Hollywood icon over the years, you are about to, he’s as down-to-earth and fun-loving as you might hope. This legend is now adding another layer to his long, and we mean long, list of accomplishments. The eclectic “Renaissance man” actor, producer, director, singer, songwriter has released his first podcast interview series, appropriately titled “The Dennissance,” as the launching pad for his new podcasting platform, Audio Up, which he runs with his partner, Founder Jared Gutstadt. Aiming for listeners to “get to know” his famous guest friends, just a little more personally, this talk-show format podcast dives deep with interesting tidbits you may not have known otherwise.
So far, guests have included Billy Ray Cyrus, Billy Bush, Tanya Tucker and John Carter Cash, Johnny and June’s son.
If that alone doesn’t give you some indication of how “cool” this platform aims to be, maybe this will…scripted series, comedy and reality shows are all coming too.
The hope – that it will become the “YouTube for Podcasters.”
We Zoomed it up with this Hollywood legend last week and found out all about it, plus what else he’s been up to, and even some things you may not have known about HIM.
Watch the interview here https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/lifeminute-dennis-quaid
Looking for something new to watch this weekend? Here’s the latest.
https://lifeminute.tv/movies/video/new-movies-tune-weekend
While we are all staying at home, trying to keep positive, we appreciate hearing the good news that some of our favorite celeb couples are “delivering.”
https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/quarantine-celeb-baby-news-week
The “Right Thurr” rapper chatted with us about his latest collab with Meg & Tyler, what else he is up to, advice for handling quarantine and more
From the LifeMinute.TV Team
April 24, 2020
If there ever was a time for a song to lift your spirit and make you dance, it’s right now -and that is what global multi-platinum pop/hip-hop recording artist Chingy promises to give us with his latest single "The Woah Down.” We chat with him virtually from his home studio in St. Louis where we got the scoop on the new single, a hip-hop/country crossover that he collaborated on with Nashville duo, Meg & Tyler.
The “Right Thurr” rapper also reflected on his 2003 Billboard Hot 100 hit and the slang he made famous. He also let us in on what else he has in the works musically.
For now, he is keeping healthy and fit and encourages others to do the same and use this time at home as a chance to know yourself.
Watch "The Woah Down” video right hurr and find out how to follow Chingy on righthurr.com.
Perfecting the ponytail can be tricky especially when going for the super sleek style. We scored some pony pointers from stylist, Britt Dion backstage at Elie Tahari’s Spring 2020 fashion show in NYC.
https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/lifeminute-reece-caddell
While we are all quarantined at home, these celebs have given us some songs about the way we live now. From Jimmy Fallon and Adam Sandler’s “Don’t Touch Grandma” to Neil Diamond’s updated version of “Sweet Caroline”—here are the hits of quarantine.
https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/celeb-quarantunes
Looking for something to watch at home this weekend? Check out these new releases with something for everyone in the family.
https://lifeminute.tv/movies/video/movies-available-watch-week
While shows and concerts might be postponed, many music artists are turning to social media to perform for all of us. John Legend is live on Instagram, while Miley hosts a weekday show for our viewing pleasure. Check out the other artists you can find performing on the regular.
https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/front-row-access-music-artist-streaming-live
Yoga is not only a way to stay in shape, but also a way to clear your head and de-stress. It’s no wonder everyone from Madonna to Meghan Markle turn to the practice to exercise their mind and body. Here are some of the biggest celeb yogis, why they love it and see how they practice at home.
https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/celeb-yogis
We are all facing uncertain times, but celebrities have been doing their part to lend a helping hand or just bring a smile to someone’s face.
From John Krasinski’s “Some Good News” YouTube show to Matthew McConaughey and his family hosting a virtual bingo night and countless celebs donating and even launching their own charities to aid the current crisis.
Here’s a look at all of it.
https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/how-celebs-are-stepping
If you’re like Adam Sandler you like to watch a good movie. Here are a few you can stream right now including the actor’s own Uncut Gems.
Supermodel Carol Alt, has appeared on more than 500 magazine covers in the ‘80s. Now, the actress and author, looking more stunning than ever, backstage Dennis Basso's Fall 2020 show shared her secrets for looking youthful when we caught up with her at New York Fashion Week last month.
https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/ageless-model-carol-alt-her-hair-and-beauty-secrets
Actress, author and mom of two, Jenny Mollen always keeps it real. That was no different when we caught up with Jason Biggs' better half at her best friend, Stacey Bendet’s fashion presentation for Alice + Olivia at New York Fashion week. She shared what she is up to, how she handles it all and more.
https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/lifeminute-jenny-mollen
You know her as the Tall Girl from the Netflix film, but Ava Michelle is now, in addition to acting, busting into modeling and music. We recently chatted with the 17-year-old former Dance Moms star at the Alice + Olivia presentation at New York Fashion Week about everything she has going on as well as her beauty routine and biggest question fans ask her. https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/lifeminute-ava-michelle
Born Leah Van Dale, WWE’s Carmella, whose Dad was a pro-wrestler, has wrestling in her blood. The Total Divas star sat down with us at our LifeMinute.TV studios last week and let us in on her latest endeavor, a wine line, Capo Cagna for the “boujee on a budget.”
https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/wwe-star-leah-van-dale-aka-carmella-talks-life-love-wine-and-what-you-dont-know
From 30 Rock to Weeds, Phineas and Ferb and many more, Maulik Pancholy is a versatile actor who has played an array of roles and now he is adding author to his resume. The actor stopped by the LifeMinute.TV studios, straight off a limited-run on Broadway in Grand Horizons to talk about his successful new book, The Best at It, his exciting acting projects and his experience working closely with former castmates Tina Fey and Alec Baldwin.
https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/maulik-pancholy-book-new-projects-and-famous-co-stars
A Quiet Place Part II, writer/director/producer, John Krasinski called the sequel “a thank you note” to the people who came out to see the first film at the New York City premiere. The actor was joined by wife, Emily Blunt, who returns to star in the second part of the 2018 thriller. The power couple looked stunning as they dished about the expanding story of the “exhilarating” sequel, working with each other and newcomer to the film, Cillian Murphy.
https://lifeminute.tv/movies/video/john-krasinski-and-emily-blunt-stun-quiet-place-part-ii-nyc-premiere
It’s been three years since Lyric Ross joined the cast of #ThisIsUs and even she can’t believe how fast the time has gone. We caught up with this vibrant, young beauty when she walked the runway for The American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women Red Dress Collection fashion show during New York Fashion Week in February.
https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/lifeminute-us-lyric-ross
We caught up with the hilarious Jerry O’Connell at his friend, Cynthia Rowley’s Fall 2020 fashion show during New York Fashion Week this month. The screen and stage actor, husband of Rebecca Romijn and father of twin daughters shared some fun facts that you might not already know.
https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/5-things-you-dont-know-about-jerry-oconnell
Still adorably gorgeous and looking like a teen herself at 52, iconic Molly Ringwald was at NYFW last week to support 16-year-old daughter Mathilda Gianopoulos who modeled in the Just Drew presentation. Watch!
https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/iconic-actress-molly-ringwald
It’s been over a decade since Chris Berardo put out a record, but he’s back along with longtime combo the DesBerados for a fourth album, Wilder All The Time. “It kind of feels like an old time kind of album,” says the New York Native of this ten-song set. The long-time Rocker, who has opened for The Doobie Brothers, America, Dickey Betts of the Allman Brothers and more, joined us in our studio to talk about his latest music including a new single, not featured on the album, “Somewhere Blue.”
https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/rocker-chris-berardo-back-new-music
Grammy winner, Meghan Trainor’s music has always been body-positive and her third album, Treat Myself, is no different. We got the inside scoop from the singer on her new songs, which she says span from “sassy love myself anthems” to “heartbreaking ballads.” Meghan also shared her tips on feeling your most confident even when “scrubbing.” Check out what she had to say in the video and catch her new record out now.
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This is Us and Grace and Frankie return, while Grey’s Anatomy’s Justin Chambers leaves show, Gwyneth Paltrow’s Goop’s eyebrow raising candle sells out, Harper's Bazaar, editor-in-chief Glenda Bailey steps down and we learn who the 2020 Rock and Roll Hall of Famers are …the stuff you need to know.
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What’s in theaters this weekend? Two familiar tales come to the big screen; Dolitte, a remake of the classic with Robert Downey Jr. as the namesake and Bad Boys for Life, the third installment of the action movie costarring Will Smith and Martin Lawrence. If you don’t want to leave the house you can stream Amazon Prime Video's Troop Zero, the story of misfit school-aged girls who unite to form their own Birdie Scouts troop. And coming to Netflix, A Fall from Grace, a thriller from writer and director Tyler Perry with a twist he says you won’t see coming.
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Disco era legend, Gloria Gaynor is returning to her gospel roots with new album, Testimony. The Grammy-winner came by our studio to talk about the inspiration behind the record, which has already been nominated for two Grammys. The “I Will Survive” singer also shared how she found out about the 1977 hit going viral on TikTok and she even performed it in our studio with us.
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With a tour, Broadway play, year-round performances and new album in the works, it’s safe to say Deana Martin has fully followed in her dad, Dean Martin’s footsteps. Still performing her own music and her famous father’s songs, the talented singer sat down with us at our studios to share her many memories growing up including the advice “uncle" Frank Sinatra gave her as well as what she’s up to and her thoughts on the controversy around her father’s Christmas classic, “Baby, It’s Cold Outside.”
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The Star Wars saga continues, Cats trades the stage for the big screen and Bombshell, the controversial true story of Fox News’ Roger Ailes also comes to theaters this weekend.
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Jonathan Bennett took a break from hosting all of Food Network’s “Wars” shows and joined us at our LifeMinute.TV studios in preparation for his big gig hosting Times Square New Year’s Eve Live right next door. The actor, known for playing Lindsay Lohan’s love interest in the cult classic, Mean Girls, shared his thoughts on the movie and his favorite part of the experience. We also got the scoop on what we can expect from the 11th annual webcast covering all the action and festivities in Times Square. You can watch it all live here.
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John Legend, Lea Michele, Chicago, Jonas Brothers, Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, Idina Menzel and more gift us with tunes to get into the season.
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Tony-award winner, Sutton Foster, is one busy lady. Besides being a mother to a toddler, the triple-threat’s 2020 will see her starring in two shows, Younger and Million Little Things and opposite Hugh Jackman in the Music Man on Broadway. So how does the Mom relax when she’s not working? We found out when we spoke to her at the Arthur Miller Foundation Honors in New York City last month.
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Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Jack Black, Nick Jonas and Karen Gillan return for the second sequel joined by newcomers to the franchise; Danny DeVito, Danny Glover and Awkwafina. The Jumanji: The Next Level cast gave us a look inside the new film and how hilarious it was to work with each other.
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With a mix of alternative pop and rock ‘n’ roll swagger, Michigan boys transplanted to LA, DJ Elephante (aka Tim Wu) and actor Jack Falahee—known for the ABC hit How To Get Away With Murder, have come together artistically as Diplomacy. The duo stopped by our studio to talk about their sexy debut single “Silver Lake Queen,” what’s next for the band and their solo projects.
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It’s not every day you meet someone with as many (what he calls) “passions” as Harry Hamlin. The Golden Globe and Emmy Nominee, People Magazine 1987 "Sexiest Man Alive," avid guitar picker, aneutronic fusion power company genius, to name just a few of his accomplishments, says his favorite passion, or what he calls his "main event" is family.
See more at https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/harry-hamlin-talks-latest-broadway-play-passion-projects-and-only-way-he-cheats
Bradley Cooper hosted the Arthur Miller Foundation’s annual Honors at the Kimpton Hotel Eventi in New York City last night. The event celebrates the power of public school arts education, honoring those who have made significant contributions. Also lending support; Sutton Foster, Darren Criss, Ayodele Casel, Raúl Esparza and Lena Hall, who all gave one-night-only performances featuring the songs of Cole Porter.
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This week’s new releases remake some classics, from a live-action version of a Disney dog love story to Charlie’s latest trio of angels. Also, in theaters the tale of a 1950s hit man, Kris Kringle’s daughter and the real-life 1966 race between Ford Motor Co. and Enzo Ferrari at Le Mans.
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To say Jane Seymour has many talents is an understatement. The English Emmy and Golden Globe winner is flexing more than just her acting chops these days. We caught up with the ageless actress at the 2019 PaleyFest NY for her latest Netflix show The Kominsky Method, where she told us about her upcoming movies, art career, philanthropy, travels and her surprising beauty secrets for looking so good at 68 years young.
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It’s been over 20 years since Mad About You aired its final episode, now the show starring Helen Hunt and Paul Reiser is back. We caught up with Reiser, who was at PaleyFest for his other show, The Kominsky Method, to learn all about the reboot and ask if the busy actor ever relaxes, and what his favorite shows to binge are.
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Michael Douglas is a man of many roles. We met up with him at 2019 PaleyFest NY where he was to talk about the hit Netflix show The Kominsky Method, which he stars in. But don't think that is the only project he's got up his sleeve. The actor let us in on what else he’s working on, which includes Neflix’s Green Eggs and Ham and another Ant-Man movie. Despite how many jobs the Oscar-winner juggles, he shared that he still makes time for wife Catherine Zeta-Jones and their children, who are following in the footsteps of their famous parents.
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We take a look at everything happening in entertainment this week…
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Happy Halloween! What were your favorite celebs dressed as? We take a look at all the scary, cool and uncanny costumes that Demi Lovato, Nicki Minaj, Liam Payne, Lisa Rinna, Halsey, Kylie Jenner, Nina Dobrev, Gabrielle Union, Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel wore this year.
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Maye Musk has been modeling for decades and doesn’t show signs of stopping any time soon. We talked to the stunning septuagenarian during New York Fashion Week where she was still walking the runway. The mother of SpaceX CEO, Elon Musk, shared details about her new book, A Woman Makes a Plan: Advice for a Lifetime of Adventure, Beauty and Success, her personal style and secrets for staying radiant at any age.
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Songstress, Katharine McPhee Foster, was in New York again for fashion week, where we chatted with the former Waitress star. We asked her everything from what she’s up to, fashion and beauty do’s and don’ts and her secret to keeping romance alive with new husband David Foster.
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The biggest events in entertainment this week…from Jennifer Aniston’s Instagram debut, Elton John’s memoir and the announcement of The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees to the hottest in movies and TV this week.
The Kominsky Methodstars Michael Douglas, Jane Seymour, Paul Reiser and Sarah Baker spoke with us about the new season of the Neflix series. The cast revealed details about new characters played by Seymour and Reiser and how you probably won’t recognize them when season 2 starts streaming on October 25.
Will Smith has played many characters in his 25+ year movie career but none like that of his current role or should we say roles, in Gemini Man. The actor stars as both Henry Brogan, an elite assassin and his clone, a 23-year old version of himself out to kill him in the sci-fi flick. The part caused him to reflect on his younger self and what he would or would not tell him. The newly 51-year old also shared what he would like to recapture from his youth. See what he had to say and check out the movie in theaters now.
The Maleficent: Mistress of Evil world premiere was a family outing for its star, Angelina Jolie and 5 of her 6 kids, who were all smiles and giggles on the red carpet together at the El Capitan Theatre in Los Angeles. Also there, co-stars Michelle Pfeiffer, Elle Fanning and singer Bebe Rexha, whose song “You Can't Stop The Girl” is featured in the Disney film. All four ladies filled us in on the sequel, which dives even deeper into the life of Maleficent, gushed over each other and their shared love of Halloween.
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It’s been a week for TV, movies, pop culture, fashion and even royalty.
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Ryan Eggold who plays Dr. Max Goodwin on NBC’s New Amsterdam chatted with us before he strutted his stuff at the third annual Blue Jacket Fashion Show to benefit the Prostate Cancer Foundation. The actor filled us in on what he likes to do when he is not working, his favorite place to travel and how he prepares for roles. Catch him on the hospital drama when the show returns for its second season tonight.
The 71st Primetime Emmy Awards kicked off in LA last night with some pretty killer looks on the purple carpet.
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Two of the most iconic Ices of all time, Ice T and Vanilla Ice, battled it out in New York City this week to see who could make better cocktails and mocktails with their namesake ingredient, "Ice."
The ultimate “Ice Off,” judged by radio host, Angie Martinez, was held at LG’s Pop Up “Craft Ice House” all to celebrate their new InstaView Fridge – the first-ever to automatically produce slow-melting craft ice.
For more on this ultimate entertaining machine and what you can do with check out LG.com.
Gerard Butler and Morgan Freeman unite for the third and most action-packed installment of the Fallen franchise. This time the tables are turned when Secret Service agent Mike Banning (Butler) is charged with attempting to assassinate U.S. President Allan Trumbull (Freeman), who he has so devotedly protected for years. The dynamic duo shared praise for each other and co-star Jada Pinkett Smith comments on the contribution their chemistry lends to the appeal of this film franchise. The latest of which, is out in theaters now.
Head & Shoulders, the official shampoo of the NFL, has enlisted MVP and Kansas City Chiefs quarterback, Patrick Mahomes and NFL legend and iconic hair ambassador, Troy Polamalu to settle the age-old debate - offense or defense?
Actress and singer Dove Cameron has been making fashion statements lately, from her look on the The Angry Birds Movie 2 red carpet to her Instagram selfies. We got the chance to ask her about the style advice she lives by and her fixes for fashion faux pas.
Actress Ashley Tisdale admits her fashion choices have definitely changed since her Disney days. We talked to Tisdale at New York Fashion week, where she told us about her style evolution, how she minds her skin and the surprising snack you might find in her purse.
Bear Rinehart is breaking away to pursue his own music, after fronting Grammy-nominated band Needtobreathe since 2000. We got a taste of the new groove during an acoustic performance at Atlantic Records in New York City. The South Carolina-born artist sat down with us after, to talk about the fresh sound, the meaning behindWilder Woods, and if there’s a future for Needtobreathe. Catch the album out today and Wilder Woods on tour starting in September.
It’s been a few years since we’ve seen Chloe Lukasiak on Dance Moms, but that doesn’t mean she hasn’t been busier than ever. We caught up with the 18-year-old to talk about everything from beauty, to books, to reuniting with her Dance Moms buddies and her upcoming movie, Next Level, out September 6th.
Milo Ventimiglia and Amanda Seyfried were in NYC last night promoting the NYC premiere of their latest film The Art of Racing in the Rain. Based on Garth Stein’s best-selling novel, the story is narrated by Golden Retriever, Enzo (voiced by Kevin Costner,) who shares his life journey from puppy on with his beloved owner, aspiring race car driver, Denny Swift (Milo Ventimiglia) and wife, Eve (Amanda Seyfried.) We got to chat with the co-stars about what it was like working with each other, their own pooches and what's next. Watch it all here and catch the movie in theaters August 9th.
We grew up watching Alyssa Milano, Melissa Joan Hart, Danica McKellar and Christina Ricci on TV and in the movies. Now these child stars are all grown up and have kids of their own. We asked the busy moms about balancing it all, how they stay healthy and their mommy must-haves.
Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw, stars Dwayne Johnson (Hobbs) and Jason Statham (Shaw). The unlikely pair, first faced off in 2015’s Furious 7, but unite to take on a greater enemy, anarchist Brixton (Idris Elba) who threatens the world with a deadly virus. “The Rock” sat down with us to talk about how the spinoff channels theFast & Furious franchise, showcases his culture and how the action film out in theaters today's fight scenes pack a punch.
Victoria Justice has been dropping hints all over her Instagram that new music is on the way, but back in February we got a preview of what to expect from the singer herself. We chat with the former Nickelodeon star all about the inspiration behind her upcoming music as well as beauty secrets, what she does in her free time and more.
Once Upon a Time in Hollywood starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie takes places in L.A. in 1969 and tells the story of TV star Rick Dalton (DiCaprio) and his longtime stunt double Cliff Booth (Pitt) as they navigate Hollywood, where everything is changing. We got a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Director Quentin Tarantino’s ninth film, which hits theaters July 26th.
Make no bones about it. They came to shred. The California Milk Processor Board, known for creating the “Got Milk” campaign, got together with some famous faces such as Mario Lopez, Navia Robinson and some of the world’s most popular skaters to kick off their new “Bones Love Milk” campaign in Huntington Beach, California and they’re inviting you too. From July 27 until August 4 you’ll find daily skate sessions, tutorials from the pros and more at the immersive pop-up skatepark experience. We chat with the TV host and actor, Disney darling and pro skateboarders Christian Hosoi and Chris Cole to see what was going on at Bones Love Milk headquarters known as the Shredquarters.
The young artist opens up about surviving cancer, getting discovered by Ellen and her latest single
Before being cast as Ariel in Disney’s new live action The Little Mermaid we caught up with Halle Bailey and big sis Chloe who make up musical act, Chloe X Halle at Trolls The Experience in New York City last fall. The duo, who were discovered by Queen Bey herself, filled us in on the advice she's given them, what it was like working close with her and Jay-Z on their On the Run Tour II, their own music and more.
Camille Kostek admitted her measurements aren’t the industry’s standard, but that did not stop her from landing the cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit this year. We caught up with the former New England Patriots and current girlfriend of Super Bowl champ Rob Gronkowski at New York Fashion Week Fall 2019. She revealed how she is breaking the mold in modeling, promoting a healthy body image to girls around the country and staying fit without hitting the gym.
The Lion King star-studded ensemble; Beyoncé, Donald Glover, Billy Eichner, Seth Rogen, Keegan-Michael Key and the rest of the cast all stepped out for the World premiere last night at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, CA. The actors behind the voices of Simba, Timon, Pumbaa and Kamari and Director, Jon Favreau, filled us in on what to expect from the remake of the 1994 Disney classic, which includes brand new music from Queen Bey. Catch the film, out in theaters July 18th.
Yesterday, is the story of struggling singer Jack Malik, who lives in a world where The Beatles and their iconic music never existed. He begins singing their tunes and becomes an overnight sensation. Himesh Patel who plays Jack and Ed Sheeran who plays himself in the film told us what it was like working together and what The Beatles music means to them. Catch the movie in theaters today.
Grammy and Tony Award winner, Billy Porter, has had some major style moments on the red carpet this year. We got a chance to ask the Pose star about his personal style as well as fashion and grooming advice for guys when we spotted him at the Joseph Abboud Menswear show at New York Fashion Week Fall 2019.
This Pride month marks the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots in New York City, a turning point in the gay rights movement. Actresses Laverne Cox and Judith Light told us about the significance of the events, while Debra Messing, Wilson Cruz and Michael Urie shared pivotal LGBTQ+ moments in television at The Paley Honors in New York City.
Toy Story is back in theaters today with its 4th movie in the beloved Disney Franchise. Stars Tom Hanks and Tim Allen along with newcomers to the films Keanu Reeves, Christina Hendricks and Tony Hale talk about their characters and what to expect from the fourth film.
Men in Black: International stars Chris Hemsworth and Tessa Thompson are suiting up for the latest edition in the alien fighting action saga. The duo told us about being fans of the franchise, working with each other again and what to expect from the film out in theaters today.
Jennifer Nettles just released her EP, I Can Do Hard Things, we caught up with the country crooner earlier this year at Bibhu Mohapatra’s New York Fashion Week Fall 2019 show. We learned about some of the hard things she can do like balancing work and motherhood, as well as some fun facts about the Sugarland singer.
Scottish-American musician, David Byrne, is taking his latest American Utopia tour to Broadway, in a limited engagement, theatrical concert experience this fall. We caught up with him at the Tony Awards Sunday night in New York City.
The last living member of The Temptations, Otis Williams, attended the 73rd annual Tony Awards in New York City last night to support Ain’t Too Proud, which was up for 12 awards. We asked the Motown legend why he thought the Broadway show, based on the story of the band and the group’s music still remains so relevant. Choreographer, Sergio Trujillo, who took home the Tony for Best Choreography also spoke with us about what working with Williams had taught him and how the living legend stole one of his moves.
Bryan Cranston is now two for two when it comes to snagging a Tony-award for his Broadway performances. The actor scored his second award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play for NETWORK last night at the 2019 Tony Awards at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. He received his first Tony for his portrayal of Lyndon B. Johnson in All the Way in 2014. The stage and screen star admits he’s drawn to "damaged characters" and it would take a few years of recoup time to get him to return to the Broadway stage for a third run.
Stephanie J. Block took home her first Tony Award last night for Best Leading Actress in a Musical for her performance as “Star,” one-third of the title character in The Cher Show on Broadway. We spoke with her right after her big win about Cher’s congratulatory tweets, being a fan of her movies before her music and the numerous texts she receives from the musical icon.
Sophie Turner takes on the star role in the first female lead film in the X-Men saga out June 7th. The new Mrs. Joe Jonas let us in on the challenges she faced playing the movie’s protagonist, her experiences working closely with Jessica Chastain and she took a look back at her first and last ever Game of Thrones scenes.
We ran into the Will and Grace star at designer Naeem Khan’s runway show at New York Fashion Week Fall 2019. Ms. Messing shared with us the "boring" way she stays healthy, her vigilant skincare routine and invaluable tips for success.
We recently caught up with well-known actor, John Lithgow at the 85th Annual Drama League Awards in New York City. So what has the two-time Tony Award and six-time Emmy winner been up to? Well besides starring in his 25th Broadway show, Hillary and Clinton he also has a new HBO series and three upcoming films with Blythe Danner, Mindy Kaling, Allison Janney, Charlize Theron, Nicole Kidman and Margot Robbie.
The Legendary Rocker brings all-star cast Slash, Peter Frampton, Mick Fleetwood and more to “American Rock ’N’ Roll".
In honor of Mother’s Day take a look at what some of our fave celeb moms had to say about motherhood. Catherine Zeta-Jones, Jenna Dewan, Olivia Wilde, Sarah Jessica Parker, Vanessa Williams and Goldie Hawn tell us what it’s like to be a working mom, juggling family and career, their best mommy memories and more…
Stars Billy Crystal, Ben Schwartz, Eloise Mumford, John Behlmann and Debra Monk of Standing Up, Falling Down came out to support the warmhearted comedy at its Tribeca Film Festival debut last night at the SVA Theatre in New York City.
Come to Daddy starring Elijah Wood and Stephen McHattie and directed by Ant Timpson, premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival last night at the SVA Theatre in New York City. Wood was on hand to tell us all about how he prepared for his role in the dark comedy, playing privileged man-child, Norval Greenwood who pays a visit to his estranged father (McHattie) who’s own colorful past is about to catch up with them both. The longtime actor also let us in on what he’s working on next and how he managed to stay grounded after reaching fame at a young age.
Almost ten years in the making, Avengers: Endgame is the final culmination of this chapter in the Marvel epic. The star-studded cast including Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, Chris Hemsworth and Robert Downey Jr. reflect on the past decade working together and reuniting for the last and according to Hemsworth, “the most expensive, biggest and visually stunning” film. Catch it in theaters now.
New stop-motion animated film about a sasquatch-like creature on a journey to find his long-lost relatives
Chapman's latest offering Deeper Roots: Where The Bluegrass Grows on New Day Records was released in March and is a return to the music of his youth, that he was exposed to by his musician father.
The Best of Enemies cast Taraji P. Henson, Sam Rockwell, Anne Heche and writer/director Robin Bissell came out for the premiere of the film based on a true story at the AMC Lincoln Square 13 in New York City.
California band Switchfoot has been pumping out their own brand of passionate Alternative Pop/Rock for more than 20 years now with no signs of slowing down. In January of this year they released their 11th studio album, Native Tongue on the Concord/Fantasy label, to excellent reviews.
To kick of International Day of Happiness LG Electronics gave the phrase “happy dance” a whole new meaning this week, hosting a first of its kind happiness event atop the World Trade Center. The event was complete with celebs, internet stars, pop-up stations and New York City school kids all to celebrate the LG Experience Happiness Initiative and to help people focus on achieving their own happiness goals.
Eisenberg shares the scoop on his intimidation of Hayek, a Zombieland sequel and an Off-Broadway Play with Susan Sarandon
Model Karlie Kloss hosts and serves as Executive Producer, season 4 winner Christian Siriano serves as mentor, former Editor-in-Chief of Teen Vogue, Elaine Welteroth and A-list designer Brandon Maxwell join veteran and Elle Editor-in-Chief, Nina Garcia as judges. While some of them may seem new to you, we’ve been scoring style scoop from them backstage at NYFW for years.
It’s International Women’s Day! In honor of the annual celebration, we compiled some of our favorite inspirational words of wisdom from Katie Holmes, Brittany Snow, Vanessa Williams, Debra Messing, Emily Ratajkowski, Naomi Campbell and Michelle Williams
Brie Larson didn't just want to put on a “magical costume” and instantly become the “super strong” character of Captain Marvel, for Marvel Studios first movie starring a female superhero. The actress said she trained for 9 months and put her body and mind to the test, surpassing her goals and even surprising herself by what she could do. The star shared how she went outside of her comfort zone preparing for the role and now is going toe-to-toe with the boys. Catch her taking on not one, but two alien races in the galactic war flick out March 8th.
The Fleshtones have been pumping out their own amalgam of dance/garage rock grooves or as they like to call it, "SUPER ROCK" to the delight of their fans for more than 40 years. They made their professional debut in '76 at the famous CBGB's on Manhattan's Lower East Side during its punk rock heyday and are they only band from that era to have played continuously without ever having an inactive period.
It’s Valentine’s Day! How do the celebs celebrate? We caught up Nikki and Brie Bella, Ryan Seacrest, Austin Mahone, Sterling Shepard, Dylan Sprouse, Barbara Palvin, Christina Hendricks and husband Geoffrey Arend at New York Fashion Week Fall 2019 to see what they are doing for the big day.
Miley Cyrus showed up solo in a red Valentino stunner, to the LA Premiere of her hubby Liam Hemsworth’s new film Isn’t It Romantic? The beauty made quite the entrance, mingling with press, the fans, and representing Liam, who was sick.
We were in Cold Pursuit of Liam Neeson last night, who was a no show at his own premiere at AMC Lincoln Square in New York City. The red carpet was cancelled, amongst accusations during an interview earlier this week, that he had racist feelings nearly 40 years ago, while looking for revenge for a friend who was assaulted.
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Director Steven Knight’s latest thriller takes place in the peaceful Plymouth Island where fishing boat captain Baker Dill’s (Matthew McConaughey) life is turned upside down when his ex-wife Karen (Anne Hathaway) ask him to kill her abusive new husband. The cast gives us a look into their characters and how they struggle to choose between right and wrong.
Glass, starring Bruce Willis, Samuel L. Jackson, James McAvoy and Sarah Paulson star in the final film from writer/director M. Night Shyamalan’s “Eastrail 177 Trilogy,” which includes Unbreakable (2000) and Split (2016).The stars of the movie tell us about the film that offers a different and unique perspective of a superhero and what it was like working with one another. The third and final installment hits theaters February 18th.
Ashley Judd and Bryce Dallas Howard star in the new film A Dog’s Way Home, the story of a pooch who embarks on a 400-mile journey home after being separated from her family. The leading ladies of the film spoke about the significance of our four-legged friends, as well as other celebs Rick Springfield, Kate Mara, Hilary Swank and Lake Bell who can’t live without theirs.
How are celebs staying in shape in 2019? We asked some of our favorites about their health and fitness routines. Watch to see what they had to say when it comes to their tips for working out, eating healthy and getting rest.
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We caught up with the group’s lead singer, songwriter and guitarist, Justin Furstenfeld, who told us if he could do it all over again, he would have appreciated it more. Having struggled in the past with drug and alcohol addiction, he’s getting another chance to really experience the release of this latest album, I Hope You’re Happy, through sober eyes.
Independent artist, Frank Foster recently released his seventh studio album, 'Til I'm Gone, debuting at No. 2 (behind Carrie Underwood) on the Billboard Country Album Sales chart. He came to the LifeMinute.TV studios to talk all about his new music and why it’s the best he’s ever done, combining a “special blend” of straight-ahead country, southern rock n’ roll and love ballads.
Stan & Ollie’s Steve Coogan and John C. Reilly reunite for a special screening of the film at Elinor Bunin Munroe Film Center in New York City. The film hits theaters December 28, 2018.
Actors Billy Crudup, Richard Kind, Mark Deklin, Phish band members Mike Gordon and Trey Anastasio, HQ Host Scott Rogowsky and more came out to see David Rossmer and Steve Rosen's acclaimed musical, The Other Josh Cohen, at Westside Theatre in New York City. The off-Broadway show about a down on his luck guy who turns his life around, returned to New York for a limited run.
Rachel Brosnahan, Alex Borstein, Tony Shalhoub, Marin Hinkle, Michael Zegen, Kevin Pollak, Zachary Levi and the rest of the cast of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel came out to the Paris Theater in New York City last week for the season 2 premiere.
Pentatonix, Kellie Pickler, Diana Ross, Tony Bennett & Diana Krall, Brett Eldredge, John Legend, Martina McBride and more took the stage to perform for the 86th Annual Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting in New York City. We were there for all the magic when the more than 50,000 multi-colored, energy efficient LED lights sparkled for the first time on the 72-foot-tall, 12-ton Norway Spruce from Wallkill, New York.
It’s been 30 years in the making for the funky, rock, blues band Spin Doctors. You for sure remember those huge 90’s hits “Two Princes,” “Little Miss Can’t Be Wrong,” and “What Time Is It” to name a few, from their breakthrough album Pocket Full of Kryptonite, one of the 100 best-selling albums of the 1990s, selling more than ten million worldwide to be precise.
Celebs and their kids hit Trolls The Experience in New York City last week, the new interactive exhibit from DreamWorks. We were there for all the action and got the scoop on what else everyone is up to, including their Thanksgiving plans.
New York Giants Wide Receiver Sterling Shepard and supermodel wife, Chanel Iman had a date night in New York City this week. The newlyweds and new parents to six month old Cali were promoting the NFL's new holiday gear. We caught up with them to talk marriage, parenting, holiday plans and of course, football.
Multi-Platinum artist, actress and new mom Jordin Sparks joined fans and Febreze for a workout in New York City this week. Looking great just about six months after the birth of her new son DJ, she gave us a look inside her new life as a mother, her secrets to staying fit, gym bag must-haves, upcoming music plans and more.
Singer/songwriters and multi-instrumentalists, Rebecca and Megan Lovell aka Larkin Poe (great, great, great descendants of Edgar Allan Poe) are making a name for themselves, creating a unique sound all their own. Gritty, bluesy, rock with an urban hip hop feel, these young ladies are a force to be reckoned with. The Atlanta natives say they’re proud to be part of the women’s movement into the blues, offering their female perspective and voice to such a male dominated genre. Many other greats before them have taken notice including Elvis Costello, who as they say has "taken us under his wing,” Keith Urban, who they are currently touring with and Bob Seger, with whom they soon will be. We sat down with the sisters before their Brooklyn, New York show at Barclays to talk all about it.
Three-time Tony Award winner and film and TV star, Nathan Lane, was honored at The Drama League’s 35th Annual Musical Celebration of Broadway at The Plaza in New York City. Celebs performed and payed homage to the theater icon.
The Front Runner star, Hugh Jackman, and his wife Deborra-lee Furness came out for the political biopic’s premiere at the MoMA in New York City. We grilled the Aussie actor on everything from playing real life 1988 presidential hopeful, Gary Hart, to what he’s up to next, even about his 50th birthday party attendees, husband and wife Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump. See what he had to say and catch the movie in theaters November 21st.
StartUp stars Adam Brody, Mira Sorvino, Edi Gathegi, Ron Perlman, Otmara Marrero and writer and director Ben Ketai hit the red carpet to premiere the third season at the Tribeca TV Festival in New York City. The cast tells us the drama will continue for the group of tech entrepreneurs, who now have the NSA tapping into their network. Catch news episodes beginning November 1st.
How do the celebs do October 31st? Kim Kardashian, Katherine McNamara, Jamie Lee Curtis, Edie Falco, Julie Bowen and Hilaria Baldwin chat everything Halloween. See what they had to say about dressing up, being scared, decorating and more.
Julia Roberts and Dermot Mulroney came out for the premiere of Homecoming at the Regency Bruin Theatre in Westwood, CA. The two who played opposite each other in the 1997 rom-com My Best Friend’s Wedding, will share the screen once again in Amazon's new psychological thriller, based on the podcast of the same name.
Alec Baldwin hosted, while Nathan Lane, Edie Falco, Liam Neeson, Tituss Burgess, Anthony Ramos and more performed at the Arthur Miller Foundation’s inaugural Arthur Miller Foundation Honors at City Winery in New York City. The foundation co-chaired by Steven Spielberg and wife Kate Capshaw who were also in attendance, has made it its mission to provide access and equity to quality theater and film education in New York City public schools. This year the foundation honored HBO Documentary Films with the Legacy Award and presented Tony Kushner with the Humanitarian Award. For more information on the Arthur Miller Foundation vist arthurmillerfoundation.org.
It has been 40 years since Michael Myers aka “The Shape” appeared on the big screen and made Halloween one of the longest running horror film franchises. The original star of the slasher movie, Jamie Lee Curtis was joined by Danny McBride, Co-Writer & Executive Producer and David Gordon Green, Co-Writer, Director & Executive Producer at the reboot's premiere at TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, California. Curtis, who reprises her role as Laurie Strode, got candid on why she chose to return for the 11th installment and why she didn’t take the role lightly this time around. See the movie out in theaters today.
Filmed in New York, Can You Ever Forgive Me?, stars Melissa McCarthy, Richard E. Grant and Dolly Wells, who returned to the city for the premiere of the film based on the true story of best-selling celebrity biographer Lee Israel. The quirky docudrama depicts what happened when the once successful Israel (McCarthy), who profiled the likes of Katharine Hepburn and Tallulah Bankhead, finds her writing out of touch. Before her career careens into complete obscurity, she begins selling forged letters that appear to have been written by deceased writers, playwrights and actors and enlists her friend Jack (Grant) to help perpetrate the scheme. The onscreen duo weighs in on their real life characters and the seemingly "grim" tale that is actually filled with “wit, warmth and comedy,” according to Grant. Catch it in theaters out now.
Some things never go out of style, in fact—they just get cooler with age, case in point, 82 year-old legendary singer, Engelbert Humperdinck, otherwise known as Arnold George Dorsey.
Best known, for hits such as “Quando, Quando, Quando” and “Release Me” which went into the Guinness Book of Records for achieving 56 consecutive weeks on the charts, being # 1 in 11 countries (preventing The Beatles from having their 13th consecutive #1 hit in 1967) this legend is still going strong, most recently releasing his latest, Warmest Christmas Wishes.
Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween stars Madison Iseman, Wendi McLendon-Covey, Ken Jeong, Jeremy Ray Taylor and more came together at the premiere of the latest movie installment adapted from the R.L. Stine classic books at the Sony Pictures Studios on Sunday in Culver City, Calif.
Bad Times at the El Royale’s impressive ensemble, Jeff Bridges, Dakota Johnson, Jon Hamm, Lewis Pullman, Cailee Spaeny and Cynthia Erivo stepped out for the edge of your seat, suspense flick’s premiere at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, CA.
It’s National Handbag Day here’s a peek at what’s in store come next Spring, from small and sleek, to big and bouncy, woven knits, and lots of whimsical prints.
Journalist Eddie Brock (Tom Hardy) is trying to take down Carlton Drake Riz Ahmed), the notorious and brilliant founder of the Life Foundation. While investigating one of Drake's experiments, Eddie's body merges with the alien Venom -- leaving him with superhuman strength and power. Twisted, dark and fueled by rage, Venom tries to control the new and dangerous abilities that Eddie finds so intoxicating. In theaters now.
King’s X is what you call a “bands’ band” revered by musicians everywhere, if you go to see one of their shows, you’re pretty much sure to be standing next to a member of another great band. The three piece group injects progressive metal, rock, funk, soul, gospel, blues and after 10 years, frontman singer-bassist, Dug Pinnick told us they’ve just decided to get back into the studio for a new album, which will released next year. We caught up with him at the legendary Stone Pony in Asbury Park for some scoop.
She’s performed on Live with Kelly and Ryan, her songs have been featured on hit shows such as Younger and American Ninja Warrior…AND she graduated from Harvard! Brynn Elliott is a go-getter and is taking the radio airwaves by storm with her debut EP Time of Our Lives which was inspired by her time at school where she studied philosophy. Check her out brynnelliott.com.
Renaissance Man Rick Springfield has done it all in the entertainment industry, with more than 25 albums to his credit, two best-selling books, and an acting career which took off in the early 80's with his wildly popular portrayal of Dr. Noah Drake on the soap opera General Hospital. His latest stints include major motion picture gigs such as Jonathan Demme's "Ricki and the Flash” alongside Meryl Streep in 2015, and guest appearances on TV shows such as "True Detective," "American Horror Story" and "The Goldbergs” season 6 which premieres tonight, by the way, this multi-talented artist is a force to be reckoned with.
Native New Yorkers Jon Voight and Liev Schreiber premiered Ray Donavon season 6 at Tribeca TV Festival this weekend. The crime drama series moves from Los Angeles to the streets of New York for the upcoming 12-episodes. Oscar-winner, Jon Voight gave us a glimpse of what’s in store for his character Mickey Donovan. Watch here and tune in to see the new season starting Friday, October 28th.
Madam Secretary’s Téa Leoni, Tim Daly, Erich Bergen, Zeljko Ivanek and Executive Producer, Lori McCreary teased the fifth season at the Tribeca TV Festival premiere in New York City. The cast slipped details about the upcoming shows as well as what it was like working with real life former Secretaries of State Hillary Clinton, Madeleine Albright and Colin Powell on set. See it all here and check out the premiere on Sunday, Oct. 7, at 10/9c.
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit turns 20 and cast members Mariska Hargitay, Ice-T, Kelli Giddish, Peter Scanavino and Philip Winchester celebrated being the longest-running primetime drama currently on the air at the Tribeca TV Festival at Spring Studios in New York City.
Nicki Minaj, Tiffany Haddish, Shay Mitchell, Dianna Agron, Gretchen Mol and more were spotted at Michael Kors and Marc Jacobs NYFW Spring 2019 shows.
It was a star studded turn-out at the premiere of A Simple Favor at the Museum of Modern Art in NYC. Stars from the film, Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick say the thriller isn’t what you’d expect
"Fashion connects women all over the world" that was the message designer, Stacey Bendet was sending at her Spring 2019 presentation today at Chelsea Piers. Her star-studded fans including Katie Holmes, Caitlyn Jenner and girlfriend Sophia Hutchins, Kelly Rutherford, Nicky Hilton, Victoria Justice, Kerreuche Tran are proof of that message, coming to see what she calls “Passport Wonderland,” casting models from all around the globe in colorful boho creations inspired by some of her favorite cities; including Positano, Paris and Morocco.
NYFW Spring 2019 is sparkling up a storm in head to toe glitter at Christian Cowan, Custo Barcelona, Tadashi Shoji and Fushá.
La La Anthony was “OBSESSED” and Shiggy shook it on the runway at the Artistix Fashion Spring 2019 show, which fashion director and musician, Andy Hilfiger dubbed all about art and fashion.
Whoopi Goldberg, Katherine McNamara, Danielle Savre, Christie Brinkley and daughter Sailor Lee Brinkley-Cook show love for the ladies behind Milly, Cushnie and Saski shows that boast color, freedom, and diversity.
Lea Michele, Nicky Hilton, Heather Graham, Dascha Polanco and more watched front row as NYFW Spring 2019 kicked off.
Legendary singer-songwriter Billy Ray Cyrus has been captivating fans for nearly three decades with his passionate lyrics and powerful performances, he wowed us even more while visiting our studios in New York City this week to tell us all about his latest passion projects, the first of which, re-releasing his 1992 hit, “Some Gave All” for the film God Bless the Broken Road which hits theaters today.
Their parents may be mega stars, but these celeb’s successors are stepping into the spotlight all on their own and making their famous moms and dads proud. The talented offspring of Meryl Streep, Ethan Hawke, Denzel Washington, Snoop Dogg, Sylvester Stallone, Christie Brinkley and more…
Twenty-five years ago, Michael and Kevin Bacon assembled a band for what they thought would be a one-off gig, fast forward to today the Bacons have eight albums under their belts and are still making music and performing together, all while maintaining their "day jobs.” Older brother, Michael is an Emmy award-winning TV and Film composer and Kevin, an award-winning Actor with 80 films and dozens of tv and stage credits, including a new one for Showtime on the way.
We sat down with the songwriting siblings at the Sherman Theater, in their home state Pennsylvania, one of the stops on the tour they just wrapped, the longest to date.
We got to sit down with the multi-instrumentalist in New York City recently, to hear how he went from almost calling his music career quits to releasing his debut album, Gold Rush, his latest release "Eleven Days" and hitting the road for his own tour kicking off in early October.
Juliet, Naked’s talented ensemble of Rose Byrne, Ethan Hawke and Chris O’Dowd turned out for the New York City premiere at the Metrograph.
Ruth Wilson (The Affair) and Domhnall Gleeson (Star Wars and Peter Rabbit) tell us about their upcoming film The Little Strangers. The gothic horror novel turned film is due in theaters August 31st.
The fierce and funny girl duo of Mila Kunis and Kate McKinnon hits the big screen for the new action-comedy, The Spy Who Dumped Me, which premiered in LA last week.
Winona Ryder gets romantic with Keanu Reeves, Justin Theroux dumps Mila Kunis and Winnie-the-Pooh comes to life once again.
BlacKkKlansman writer and director Spike Lee, Actors John David Washington, Topher Grace, Robert John Burke and Ryan Eggold and celebrities Tiffany Haddish, Zosia Mamet and more turned out for the red carpet premiere in Brooklyn. The film depicts the true story of American hero Ron Stallworth, the first African-American detective to serve in the Colorado Springs Police Department and infiltrate and expose the Ku Klux Klan in the early 1970s.
Lee Rocker made his mark singing, playing, standing on, spinning and rocking his giant upright bass in the legendary music group The Stray Cats ("Runaway Boys," "Rock This Town," "Stray Cat Strut,” "(She's) Sexy + 17”.) Grammy-nominated, they sold nearly 10 million albums and garnered 23 gold and platinum-certified records worldwide. Founded by Rocker, Brian Setzer, and Slim Jim Phantom, in Long Island, NY, The Stray Cats remain a radio staple, were music video pioneers at the infancy of MTV, and repeatedly brought rockabilly music to the top of the charts.
The first-ever big-screen version of DC Entertainment and Cartoon Network’s animated TV show, Teen Titans Go! (To the Movies), premiered at TCL Chinese Theatre in LA this week.
Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise) and the IMF team join forces with CIA assassin August Walker to prevent a group of terrorists known as the Apostles from setting off a nuclear attack on the Vatican, Jerusalem and Mecca, Saudi Arabia. When the weapons go missing, Ethan and his crew find themselves in a desperate race against time to prevent them from falling into the wrong hands.
Actress and animal activist, Kate Mara was in New York City this week to celebrate Dawn’s 40th anniversary helping save more than 75,000 birds and marine animals affected by oil spills and environmental catastrophes throughout the years and to honor their ongoing commitment to supporting organizations to save birds and marine animals every day.
Garth Brooks, Tim McGraw and Kenny Chesney are just a few of the country hitmakers Phil Vassar has wrote songs for, but the talented musician also has an impressive career of his own. The singer/songwriter and pianist joined us in the LifeMinute studio after returning stateside from a multi-city U.K. tour, to tell us about his latest single “Fall Crazy.” Catch him on his “Crank Up the Sun” tour this summer and touring this Christmas with Lonestar.
http://www.lifeminute.tv/music/video/phil-vassar
Kristin Chenoweth can do it all; acting, singing, Broadway, film — and when it comes to her latest TV role on NBC’s Trial & Error, she says she's "never been given a more comedic" one. We caught up with the Broadway beauty at People and Entertainment Weekly’s Upfronts VIP Party where she gave us the scoop. The show’s second season premieres Thursday July 19th.
Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation stars Molly Shannon, Kathryn Hahn, Andy Samberg and Selena Gomez give us the scoop on the movie at the Los Angeles premiere.
Legendary musician John Oates has been rocking out for 50 years with no signs of slowing down. The 70 year-old (yes, 70!) Songwriters and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer is currently on tour with Daryl Hall (and the band Train) and promoting his solo album, Arkansas and a memoir, Change of Seasons. We were fortunate to catch him before the sold out Hall & Oates show at MSG in New York City a couple weeks back to hear all about it.
It’s been 14 years since the original Incredibles movie, now Craig T. Nelson as Bob Parr/Mr. Incredible, onscreen wife, Holly Hunter as Helen Parr/Elastigirl and Samuel L. Jackson as Lucius Best/Frozone are back, along with newcomer Bob Odenkirk (Winston Deavor), for the super powered sequel. The four stars gave us a glance into the animated film out June 15th.
Josh Groban and Sara Bareilles hosted the 72nd Annual Tony Awards at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. The big winners of the night included Andrew Garfield, Best Actor in a Play for Angels in America; Nathan Lane, Best Featured Actor in a Play for Angels in America; Laurie Metcalf, Best Featured Actress in a Play for Three Tall Women and Tony Shalhoub, Best Actor in a Musical for The Band's Visit.
Here’s a peek at some of the hottest movies out this June; American Animals, Ocean’s 8, Incredibles 2, Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, Sicario: Day of Soldado.
Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett, Anne Hathaway, Mindy Kaling, Sarah Paulson, Awkwafina, Rihanna and Helena Bonham Carter hit the red carpet for the World premiere of Ocean’s 8 at Alice Tully Hall in New York City last night. Co-star, James Corden was also in attendance.
Country artist, Lucas Hoge is coming off a big year. The musician was named one of Rolling Stone’s 2017 TOP 10 artists You Need To Know and his album Dirty South ascended to the No.1 spot on the Billboard Country Album Sales chart. Fresh from shows in Texas and Oklahoma, the singer stopped by the LifeMinute studio to tell us what’s next for him including a world tour, playing for our troops overseas, and more. Check out tour dates at lucashoge.com.
David Burtka is one busy dad. We caught up with the chef/actor/author at the Food Bank for New York City’s 35th anniversary at the annual Can Do Awards Dinner at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City a few weeks ago.
Amy Rigby’s music career started out in the late 80’s with the cow-punk group The Last Roundup and then with all-girl group The Shams in the early 90’s. In 1996, after becoming a mother she felt inspired to go solo, recording Diary of a Mod Housewife. The singer-songwriter is now back with The Old Guys her latest release on Southern Domestic Recordings and produced by her husband, musician Wreckless Eric. Rigby sat down with LifeMinute recently and gave us a rundown on the new record as well as plans for a book release next year, all before taking the stage at The Saint in Asbury Park, NJ.
Actress Brittany Snow is one busy lady that likes to give back. The actress is still running the anti-bully charity she founded seven years ago, Love is Louder, and she’s now partnered with vitamin company, vitafusion to launch their second annual “Fruit Tree Project,” helping to create access to nutrient rich fruits for local communities in need. We caught up with her at Snug Harbor in Staten Island, New York, as she helped the project plant 40 trees. See how you can have a tree planted on your behalf just by using #FruitTreePose in your next post.
Since breaking into the 80s rock scene with The Replacements (at just eleven years of age) bassist and vocalist Tommy Stinson’s impressive band credits also include Guns N' Roses, Perfect, Soul Asylum and his own BASH & POP. Now he joins friend and writing partner of eleven years, Chip Roberts in Cowboys in the Campfire. We sat down with the acoustic duo (who are also family by marriage) at New Jersey's independent community radio station, WFMU in Jersey City to hear all about what they deem " a mix of country, a little bit of Rock'n Roll and family love."
If you aren't familiar the "Upfronts" it's is an annual event where television executives show advertisers their planned programming for the upcoming season. This year we spotted Mandy Moore, Jaimie Alexander, Scott Foley, Chris Sullivan, Ginnifer Goodwin, Akbar Gbaja-Biamila, Matt Iseman, Derek Hough, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Lea DeLaria, Kristin Chenoweth and many more at the Entertainment Weekly & PEOPLE Magazine VIP party at The Bowery Hotel in New York City.
Actress Michelle Monaghan admits it’s a struggle for anyone to find balance between work and motherhood. How do she and her husband do it? It’s “quality over quantity” when it comes to their family time, she says. And as for her on-screen family, she and Aaron Paul who plays her husband on the Hulu show The Path, don’t take themselves too seriously on set. See what else the actress had to say about both her real and made for TV families.
At her very first fashion week, we caught up with the future Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle at the Spring 2014 Tracy Reese Fashion Show during New York Fashion Week.
Nicole Richie is known for her fab sense of style, and now, thanks to her latest role as Portia in Tina Fey’s Great News she’s also a very talented comedic actress. We caught up with her in New York City this weekend at JCPenney’s holiday boutique, Jacques Penné, where she’s curated a stoppable holiday collection of her favorite finds. Proceeds benefit the JCPenney foundation for Moms and Kids. Shop it online at JacquesPenneJCP.com.
Tara Swennen has styled Gwen Stefani, Kristen Stewart, Emily Ratakojwski and more. Now she shares the basics you need in your closet for a chic and timeless fall/winter wardrobe and the importance of not following trends.
Modeling is second nature in the Hadid family. We caught up with Yolanda Hadid, Mom to the hottest sisters in the industry.
We caught up with Amy Sedaris at Michaels pop-up faux tree farm in New York City this week, the home-maker and star of truTV's At Home with Amy Sedaris, says she’s a big crafter and buys all her stuff there...
A behind the scenes look at the NFL Men's Apparel Collection photo shoot with some of the league's most fashionable players
Mike Myers, Harry Connick Jr., Michael McKean and Bernie Williams attend gala and help raise 1.3 million for music education in public schools
The talented YouTube superstar (her channel boasts more than 2.8 million subscribers) introduces her new EP, Wonderland.
The stars showed off their favorite gear at the NFL Express Your Style Event at the Levi’s Haus of Strauss in Los Angeles
The country music legend tells us about his musical journey, inspirations, and what he thinks of country music today
The Script, consisting of band members Mark Sheehan, Glen Power and Danny O’Donoghue, has sold more than 29 million records, had four multi-platinum albums and sold over 1.4 million tickets to their must-see live shows. So why did playing 1,454 feet above the ground atop the iconic Empire State Building give them pause? Said Sheehan: “I'm scared of heights!” Fears faced, the band put on a performance of their hit “Rain” from the new album Freedom Child (#FreedomChild) to appreciative rounds of applause from the crowd. Take a look, and check out their social media at @thescript and Instagram @thescriptofficial.
Country music icon Tanya Tucker opens up about life with her ex, Glen Campbell and why she felt compelled to record her latest single "Forever Loving You," a portion of it's proceeds will go to the Alzeheimer's Foundation of America.
She'll also be taking it to the road (see tour dates below.) Her sultry voice and vivacious stage presence make her one of the most admired and respected female vocalists in country music.
Sam Moore found musical fame as lead vocalist of the '60s powerhouse duo Sam & Dave. With 1967’s hit “Soul Man,” the duo found lasting fame, defined a genre, and altered the course of music history.
The legendary ‘Soul Man’, sat down with us to talk about his latest release, An American Patriot, inspired by Moore’s own performance of “America the Beautiful” on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, where his friend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. stood 53 years before him.
The tribute is filled with renditions of iconic American classics including “God Bless America,” “God Bless the U.S.A.,” and “Show For You,” the 2017 Department of Defense Warrior Games anthem.
The legend also shares his secrets to longevity (he turns 82 in October), his long-standing marriage to wife Joyce, as well as his plans for the future.
The 69th Primetime Emmys awards took place at the Microsoft Theater last night, in LA. The Big Little Lies cast cleaned up winning a total of eight Emmys.
You may know her best from her hit series 'Vice Principals' but actress and mom Busy Philipps' latest project is working with LG Electronics to take on the absurdity of being a perfect mom in a comedic video series that embraces motherhood’s imperfect moments. We caught up with her in New York City this week to hear all about it and more.
"The Glass Castle" star, who just announced her upcoming role in “Captain Marvel” always looks so effortlessly glamorous. We caught up with her in Paris last month at the Couture shows and got a peek of her flawless look.
Makeup Artist, Kelli J. Bartlett shows us just how easy it is to get a similar, "international world traveling" glow with a beet-stained lip and strategically placed blusher.
We caught up with Olympic champ swimmer, Michael Phelps and his Foundation, Michael Phelps Foundation at the Boys and Girls Club of America. To celebrate his partnership with the Anthem Foundation to help at-risk youth establish healthy habits and live an active lifestyle. Phelps say he uses the same principals he learned as a child to teach kids, including his own son, how to swim. The Michael Phelps Foundation has already helped more than 16,000 so far and now with the support of the Anthem Foundation, they hope to reach even more health and wellness goals.
LG Electronics is celebrating its first-ever, ultra-premium collection of stylish home appliances and electronics. Called LG Signature, it's a traveling gallery that recently stopped at Santa Monica Place in L.A. World-class interior designer Mary McDonald was on hand to give us a tour.
Nick Cannon, Jojo Siwa, Kira Kosarin and Jake Miller talk about the halo effect, being your “dorky self” and their latest artistic endeavors at the 2016 Nickelodeon Halo Awards.
‘Tis the season for football fun, holiday parties and lots of shopping. To help make celebrating just a little bit easier we caught up with actress, Giants fan and busy new mom Jamie-Lynn Sigler.
Legendary beatbox master Doug E. Fresh hit the studio with social media sensation Doug the Pug to put their spin on Febreze’s holiday hit, "The 12 Stinks of Christmas".
The Brooklyn-by-way-of-New Zealand folk and indie band, Streets of Laredo dropped their sophomore album, Wild, on October 14 to sparkling reviews. “New York might not know it yet, but she has found herself quite a catch,” says Interview Magazine. Brothers Daniel and Dave Gibson took the time to shed some light on how the band members find their mojo.
The folk/punk/shanty British band just dropped their third record, The Devil The Heart & The Fight, and are supporting it with tour they call “gloriously chaotic.” They should know; in 2011 they played at more festivals than any other band in the U.K. (Ed Sheeran came in second!).
For the Bake Some Good campaign, six bakers will bake continuously for 100 days. What’s their inspiration? “I was talking to all of them, and the beautiful thing is that they want to appreciate the under appreciated. They want to say thank you to people who don’t hear those words often enough by giving them these goods. To celebrate the good in this world whether it’s big or small,” says actress Vanessa Lachey, who has her own bun in the oven.
G Electronics rolled out the red carpet in New York’s Rockefeller Center to launch their first-ever ultra premium collection of stylish home appliances and electronics called LG Signature.
Actress Eva Longoria and JCPenney celebrated the unveiling of her newly added bedding and bath designs to the Eva Longoria Home Collection exclusively at JCPenney. We caught up with the beauty in LA to hear all about it.
Celebrity chef Gabriele Corcos and his celebrity actress wife (Younger, Entourage, Goodfellas) Debi Mazar are giving New Yorkers a taste of Tuscany with a new sandwich debuting at the iconic New York City bakery Amy's Bread until the end of November, to raise money for New Yorkers in need.
Actor Rob Lowe and his famous smile joined Crest to launch the Crest Healthier Smiles Project in New York City. The dad of two boys, the son of a schoolteacher and a Crest user for years, Lowe said he was happy to participate.
The NFL is making major plays in the world of men’s apparel. Traditionally fans have worn NFL clothing to cheer on their team at the stadium or in front of the TV but now the league has expanded the brand style and wearing occasion of its apparent to show fans that NFL gear is not just for game day.
From the runway to the red carpet sportswear is everywhere and the NFL is leading the way showcasing how to wear team pride everyday of the week and throughout the year. We caught a behind-the-scenes look at the NFL Women’s campaign shoot in New York City.
To celebrate the new 2016 Apparel Collection, football and fashion are converging in a cross-country encounter with the kickoff of both the 2016 NFL Regular Season in Denver and New York Fashion Week: The Shows (NYFW). The excitement will be on the field, at the tailgate, on the runway, on the seats and in the streets as fans of both eagerly kick off their respective seasons. Actress Brooklyn Decker and veteran NFL punter Steve Weatherford will be in Denver and New York City respectively to uncover what the fashionistas and football fans are wearing.
Pentatonix has sold more than 2.8 million albums in the U.S. and amassed 1.4 billion views on their YouTube channel. Their schedules are incredibly hectic. To stay healthy they’ve teamed up with Ricola for their grueling 2016 tour. Here’s how they keep their voices fresh and healthy.
Brooklyn-based metal trio Unlocking The Truth’s band members are barely teenagers, but they’ve already enjoyed success way beyond their years.
The active wear trend in fashion is booming with sales of yoga pants surging higher than ever and the average pair costing nearly $90. Fitness gear is not for just working out anymore just ask actress Malin Akerman. We caught up with her last night in New York City the busy, actress, mom and fitness fanatic teamed up with LG to showcase its new SideKick Pedestal Washer the first laundry system that has a cycle specifically designed for active wear.
Sure, they have tons of help. But even celebs struggle with walking the fine line between family and career. Here are their words of wisdom with it comes to finding the balance that leaves them fulfilled.
Sure, they have tons of help. But even celebs struggle with walking the fine line between family and career. Here are their words of wisdom with it comes to finding the balance that leaves them fulfilled.
The Songwriters Hall of Fame celebrated the Best of Songwriting Legends at its 47th annual awards dinner on June 10, 2016. Inductees included Elvis Costello, Marvin Gaye, Tom Petty, Nile Rodgers & Bernard Edwards and Chip Taylor.
From an independent singer-songwriter to an internet celebrity boasting over 90 million YouTube views and 810k subscribers, mashup master Megan Davies has cornered the market on a whole new sound.
When one of your first songs ever impresses Mick Jagger and Martin Scorsese enough to use it in a trailer for their new show, people sit up and take notice. Welcome to Kaleo's time in the spotlight.
The Milwaukee-based band, who cite The Killers' Hot Fuss as their biggest inspiration, debut their eight-song album Electrogram.
A mother, daughter love story takes center stage in this story of resilience, trust and surviving disappointment in Katie Holmes'' directorial debut All We Had.
When your dad is Motown’s Berry Gordy, the sky’s the limit. Expect a high-energy, extremely danceable solo debut album including a song featuring Stevie Wonder. “My music is all about having fun, partying, getting crazy and dancing,” says Redfoo.
The band of brothers and friends from the San Francisco Bay Area chat about headlining Live Nation’s “Ones To Watch” tour, their latest EP “When Night Becomes Day”, and upcoming full-length album for release this summer.
Lonnie Angle and Thomas Dutton--also known as the band Cardiknox--speak about their musical upbringing and what it's like to shoot an entire video in a single take.
The World Congress of Dermatology recently released studies showing the effects of pollution on our hair and skin, and it isn't pretty: Hyperpigmenation, wrinkles and dullness are direct results. But never fear; there are products to help defend you against these powerful aggressors. Here, the best of the bunch.
Actor Jerry O’Connell and Chef Josh Capon, huddled in New York City this week with JCPenney to show us how to host the ultimate tailgate! Serving up food, fun, and lots of yummy ideas.
Visiting Australia has never looked better! Native Aussie and Hollywood’s hottest hunk... Chris Hemsworth has just been named Tourism Australia's new Global Ambassador.
Cara Santana has a lot of to be excited about. A new movie, new episodes of show Salem and a new app offering up affordable luxury beauty for women which gives us all a reason to be excited! We caught up with the actress at New York Fashion week to get all the details.
The L.A.-based indie band The Lonely Wild released their thought-provoking sophomore album titled “Chasing White Light” last October to acclaim from both critics and fans.
Not many indie bands can say that fans and critics alike describe their music as both artistically creative and “fun and head-bobbing.” Enter JR JR, a band with both a new name and new self titled album.
“When I’m writing songs I draw upon the small details of my own life,” says St. Louis-native soul singer, Goldford, upon the release of his new single "Style Like You."
Upload your favorite photo to a free app and make a dollar for your favorite charity? Yes, it's that easy at DonateAPhoto.com courtesy of Johnson & Johnson and Hilary Duff.
Today in Times Square, thousands of visitors joined actor and Operation Smile Ambassador Zachary Levi; celebrity photographer and USO Ambassador Nigel Barker; actress and United Nations Foundation’s Girl Up Ambassador Katherine McNamara; and Save the Children to kick off the “season of giving” with the free Donate a Photo app from Johnson & Johnson.
Home design powerhouses Nate Berkus, LG Electronics, Hearst Magazines, and the American Society of Interior Designers got together in New York City to celebrate outstanding kitchen designs.
It’s the Stinkiest Time of the Year! The former GLEE stars and Febreze Launch “The #12Stinks of Christmas,” a Witty Parody of a Classic Holiday Tune
Singer Christina Aguilera joined HopeLine from Verizon in Los Angeles this week for a new campaign to support domestic violence prevention and awareness.
Moderation is key, says action star Michelle Rodriguez, who lives a (pretty) healthy lifestyle, eats (mostly) clean, and (usually) stays out of the sun.
Sure, they play dress up for their job, but these luminaries still dream of masquerading as Belle, Elsa, Ironman and Spiderman. Here's why.
The models-of-the-moment (Gigi! Karlie!) share their Fashion Week fashion and beauty secrets.
The new 6 track EP contains Hell's hit single "Two Heads," which has soared to the Top 10 of Alternative Radio, surpassed 35 million Spotify streams and even played a role in the season premier of Gray's Anatomy.
Think you know the whole story? Think again. PAN introduces Peter, Blackbeard and Hook in their youths. "It's the origin story of a tale that everybody knows," says star Hugh Jackman.
Lady Gaga, Kerry Washinton and Padma Lakshmi's red carpet hair and makeup stole the show. Take inspiration from their super-flattering looks.
Celebrity restaurateur, cookbook author and award-winning actress Eva Longoria joined LG Electronics USA to host Tori Spelling, Dean McDermott and Jesse Metcalfe among others, at a fun-filled family afternoon complete with interactive culinary demonstrations, cooking activities and games, while supporting No Kid Hungry, a campaign of anti-hunger organization Share Our Strength that connects children in need with nutritious food and empowers families across the country to cook healthy, affordable meals together.
The cast of our favorite Netflix show has a few ideas of what three-time Academy Award winner Meryl Streep could do in an orange jumpsuit.
We caught up with the star-studded cast of this Sony pictures musical comedy—Meryl Streep, Rick Springfield, Mamie Gummer, and more!—as they celebrated the premiere in New York City.
Growing up, comedian Jay Pharaoh was a die-hard Saturday Night Live fan, marveling at the humor of cast members Dana Carvey and Mike Myers . Fast forward to today, when he finds himself living his dream as a weekly player on the show. The 27-year-old was recently voted the show's 55th greatest cast member by Rolling Stone Magazine. Here he's ready to share his plans for what's next--and how he plans to smell divine while continuing his rise.
Taylor Swift, Emma Stone, Kerry Washington, Arianna Grande, Guiliana Rancic—these are just a few celebrities who like to hit the red carpet wearing an alluring cat eye. One part sophisticated and one part rock'n'roll, black-rimmed eyes can strike that perfect balance of effortless cool…that is, if they are done correctly. Here, makeup artist Katie Jane Hughes reveals her pro tricks to on how to perfect the celebrity cat eye.
As the saying goes, you make your own luck. And these celebs are inclined to agree. From starlets to photographers to magazine legends, the one thing they all agree on when it comes to scoring huge success isn't being the most beautiful or in the right place at the right time. The common theme? Old-fashioned hard work.
The social media pages of millions of people around the world will look drastically different over the coming days following today’s launch of #ShareHumanity, a global digital storytelling campaign designed by the United Nations and partners to mark World Humanitarian Day 2015.
We sat down with prolific singer/songwriter Matt Pond to get the inside track on his newest album, The State of Gold, and his upcoming fall tour details.
From erasing wall scuffs to revitalizing a dingy, stained bathtub, home renovation expert Jonathan Scott shares his secret Mr. Clean home improvement tips. Special guest Ashley Greene joined the get-clean team too.
What's the real secret to getting in shape? Love your workout! Here's how some of Hollywood's hottest get fit and have fun at the same time.
Trainwreck writer and star admits she likes to dress sexy, her nightly beauty regime (or lack thereof) and what's in her purse.
The cast of the arcade-inspired action flick hit the red carpet to celebrate the premiere and we were right there with Adam Sandler, Michelle Monaghan, Josh Gad and more of the all-star cast.
Dear Rouge’s Canadian husband and wife duo, Drew and Danielle McTaggart, share the inspiration of their debut album Black To Gold.
In honor of Independence Day, Duracell is shining a light on the children of U.S. military service members and the sacrifices they make when their parent is deployed. Two-time Academy Award-winner, Hilary Swank, shares her support of the program as the daughter of a service member herself; her father is a retired Air Force Chief Master Sergeant.
AJR, according to Billboard, is “ready for stardom.” The group of three brothers—Adam, 24, Ryan, 20, and Jack, 17—has a unique, catchy sound that has caught the ear of the public. Their hit single “I’m Ready,” which was released in August of 2013, propelled them onto the Billboard Top 100 chart and landed them a record deal with Columbia Records. Their biggest hit “I’m Ready” has over twelve million YouTube views. The New York Post thinks this group could actually be the next Jonas Brothers, a hip-hop sensation that reigns supreme.
Melanie Martinez's career kicked off three years ago when she sang her way into Team Adam on NBC's hit vocal talent show The Voice. "When I was 16 years old, I was on Adam Levine’s team on The Voice. He was super helpful in trying to figure out how to mix the whole being myself thing, but still sing a cover song. He’s also a goofball, so it was fun," says Martinez. She didn't win The Voice, but that didn't slow her down.
Greg Holden is a Scottish-born, England-bred, New York-based singer and songwriter who is quickly gaining praise for his passionate purpose-driven rock songs and Mumford-style music. His first claim to fame was co-writing "Home," the hit single for American Idol winner Phillip Phillips. And now that he's released his first major label debut album, Chase the Sun, his songs are gaining worldwide popularity.
Greg Holden is a Scottish-born, England-bred, New York-based singer and songwriter who is quickly gaining praise for his passionate purpose-driven rock songs and Mumford-style music. His first claim to fame was co-writing "Home," the hit single for American Idol winner Phillip Phillips. And now that he's released his first major label debut album, Chase the Sun, his songs are gaining worldwide popularity.
The 69th Annual Tony Awards were held on Sunday, June 7th at Radio City Music Hall in New York City, attracting Broadway’s biggest stars.
Jules De Martino and Katie White of The Ting Tings talk about songwriting in Ibiza, touring in the USA and their favorite track on Super Critical, their third and most recent album release.
The hitmakers of "Take Me Home" have another homerun on their hands. The electronic dance single "Surrender" energizes and prompts you to set your personal fears free. "When most people hear the word surrender, they think of something bad and negative. But that's not so with this song," says Jean Paul Makhlouf, who forms Cash Cash along with his brother Alex Makhlouf and Samual Frisch. "We chose a completely different side of it. Sometimes you fight things in life, and then all of a sudden, you just let it go and surrender—that sets you free," explains Maklhouf. Surrender what exactly, you ask? Well….the song's music video features a model-worthy group 20-somethings suggestively playing spin-the-bottle in their underwear. "It's a bit sexual, but it's really just filled with metaphors for the concept of surrendering and opening yourself up to new experiences," he adds.
What do Clint Eastwood, Chris Rock, Bruce Willis and Common have in...well, common?
They were among the many stars shining at The National Board of Review 2014 Awards Gala at New York City’s Cipriani. The annual event honors diverse members of the film community and also acts as a fundraiser for student grant philanthropy.
Sharon Stone, Sting and Orlando Bloom were among the stars who came out to salute Robert De Niro at the Friars Foundation Gala in New York City where the Academy Award-winning actor was honored for his body of work and philanthropic efforts.
Multi-Grammy Award-winning recording artist, songwriter and producer Wyclef Jean has come a long way from Croix-des-Bouquets, high school jazz band and working as an extra in music videos. And with over 16 million albums sold, the former Fugee turned international solo artist shows no signs of slowing down with the release of his new album Clefication and a summer tour on the horizon.
Multi-Grammy Award-winning recording artist, songwriter and producer Wyclef Jean has come a long way from Croix-des-Bouquets, high school jazz band and working as an extra in music videos. And with over 16 million albums sold, the former Fugee turned international solo artist shows no signs of slowing down with the release of his new album Clefication and a summer tour on the horizon. #wyclef #wyclefjean #music #fugees #musicinterviews