As promised, the rips are done, and can be found here:
Enjoy!
~ Hath
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Songwriters' HOF - Videos
OK, so the YouTubes have started trickling in. B sent me these links in an email -- Thanks!!!
As promised, the rips are done, and can be found here:
Enjoy!
~ Hath
As promised, the rips are done, and can be found here:
Enjoy!
~ Hath
A Conversation with Richie Sambora
The full article is here.
In this Q&A, Sambora talks about the band's longevity, how touring keeps a band young and he reveals that Bon Jovi's next album will be a "rocking" affair.
Eric Lewis: Hey Richie. Thanks very much for the interview. How is everything going, and what has the band been up to recently?
Richie Sambora: Everything is going great. Jon and I have been in the studio working on new music, and tomorrow night (Thursday, June 18) we are both being inducted into the Songwriters' Hall of Fame in New York City. A great night is expected!
E.L.: Your upcoming Moncton show on June 27 will be your first date on the east coast of Canada since 1993 ... that hardly seems fair to us, especially for a band that tours so consistently.
R.S.: I agree, which is why we are so happy to come this summer.
E.L.: It's been 25 years for Bon Jovi. Why do you feel the band has remained so popular all this time?
R.S.: Two main reasons: the fans and the songs. The two combined together make a wonderful connection. The other very important ingredient are the shows; Bon Jovi really loves to do live shows and it is truly a fun time for us all.
E.L.: What's making the band's set list these days? The band has albums, rarities and even a country album now to pull from for tunes. What can we expect in Moncton?
R.S.: All of the set lists are posted on www.bonjovi.com so that is a good reference but, the set lists (are) done by Jon on the night of the show so, who knows?!
E.L.: Be honest - what's your favourite tune to play, and why?
R.S.: Wanted Dead or Alive is a great (one), but all of the songs are fun to play, and it is so hard to put one in front of the other.
E.L.: Is there one song that seems to get the best reaction from the crowd each night?
R.S.: Each town is different, and we look forward to the Moncton show to find out what you guys like best.
E.L.: Is touring getting tougher as the band members age? Twenty-five years and a pretty hectic road schedule most of the time can't be easy.
R.S.: Touring keeps you young, there is no better place to be and nothing better to be doing.
E.L.: What's been the reaction to the latest album, Lost Highway?
R.S.: Triple platinum in Canada, can't beat that!
E.L.: What do you expect the next album to sound like? Is there a timeline for a new record?
R.S.: In the studio now, and it is a rocking record!
E.L.: Bon Jovi didn't really hit it big until the Slippery When Wet album in 1986. Do you think a band today would be given a chance to release three albums before 'making it big'?
R.S.: The industry is very different today, and what probably has been lost is career development.
E.L.: Bon Jovi has taken some lengthy breaks between certain albums. Yet, since Crush in 2000, the band has been consistently releasing albums and touring. Do you expect this pace to continue?
R.S.: Absolutely.
E.L.: Bon Jovi has always had its critics ... after 25 years, do they ever get to you?
R.S.: It is always about the fans.
E.L.: Do Canadian audiences react differently, or is there something else about performing up here that is different than other markets?
R.S.: Canada is a very important market for Bon Jovi and will always be very important to the band.
E.L.: Charity work has always been something dear to Bon Jovi. Why is it so important to you guys?
R.S.: It is always important to help out wherever and whenever you can; that goes for the band and all the fans, the power of 'we' is how things get done.
E.L.: Anything else you'd like to add?
R.S.: Looking forward to seeing everyone in Moncton!
In this Q&A, Sambora talks about the band's longevity, how touring keeps a band young and he reveals that Bon Jovi's next album will be a "rocking" affair.
Eric Lewis: Hey Richie. Thanks very much for the interview. How is everything going, and what has the band been up to recently?
Richie Sambora: Everything is going great. Jon and I have been in the studio working on new music, and tomorrow night (Thursday, June 18) we are both being inducted into the Songwriters' Hall of Fame in New York City. A great night is expected!
E.L.: Your upcoming Moncton show on June 27 will be your first date on the east coast of Canada since 1993 ... that hardly seems fair to us, especially for a band that tours so consistently.
R.S.: I agree, which is why we are so happy to come this summer.
E.L.: It's been 25 years for Bon Jovi. Why do you feel the band has remained so popular all this time?
R.S.: Two main reasons: the fans and the songs. The two combined together make a wonderful connection. The other very important ingredient are the shows; Bon Jovi really loves to do live shows and it is truly a fun time for us all.
E.L.: What's making the band's set list these days? The band has albums, rarities and even a country album now to pull from for tunes. What can we expect in Moncton?
R.S.: All of the set lists are posted on www.bonjovi.com so that is a good reference but, the set lists (are) done by Jon on the night of the show so, who knows?!
E.L.: Be honest - what's your favourite tune to play, and why?
R.S.: Wanted Dead or Alive is a great (one), but all of the songs are fun to play, and it is so hard to put one in front of the other.
E.L.: Is there one song that seems to get the best reaction from the crowd each night?
R.S.: Each town is different, and we look forward to the Moncton show to find out what you guys like best.
E.L.: Is touring getting tougher as the band members age? Twenty-five years and a pretty hectic road schedule most of the time can't be easy.
R.S.: Touring keeps you young, there is no better place to be and nothing better to be doing.
E.L.: What's been the reaction to the latest album, Lost Highway?
R.S.: Triple platinum in Canada, can't beat that!
E.L.: What do you expect the next album to sound like? Is there a timeline for a new record?
R.S.: In the studio now, and it is a rocking record!
E.L.: Bon Jovi didn't really hit it big until the Slippery When Wet album in 1986. Do you think a band today would be given a chance to release three albums before 'making it big'?
R.S.: The industry is very different today, and what probably has been lost is career development.
E.L.: Bon Jovi has taken some lengthy breaks between certain albums. Yet, since Crush in 2000, the band has been consistently releasing albums and touring. Do you expect this pace to continue?
R.S.: Absolutely.
E.L.: Bon Jovi has always had its critics ... after 25 years, do they ever get to you?
R.S.: It is always about the fans.
E.L.: Do Canadian audiences react differently, or is there something else about performing up here that is different than other markets?
R.S.: Canada is a very important market for Bon Jovi and will always be very important to the band.
E.L.: Charity work has always been something dear to Bon Jovi. Why is it so important to you guys?
R.S.: It is always important to help out wherever and whenever you can; that goes for the band and all the fans, the power of 'we' is how things get done.
E.L.: Anything else you'd like to add?
R.S.: Looking forward to seeing everyone in Moncton!
Richie Goes Home
Rocker Richie Sambora is seen arriving at LAX airport with a "mystery blonde" who did her best to avoid the camera and her and Richie left alone in a stretch limousine.
"Mystery Blonde"? Can these people see? That's Nikki Lund, the woman with whom he's preparing a clothing line for release this summer. Could the rumors that they're dating be true?
And why on EARTH would you NOT want to be photographed with Richie?
~ Hath
"Mystery Blonde"? Can these people see? That's Nikki Lund, the woman with whom he's preparing a clothing line for release this summer. Could the rumors that they're dating be true?
And why on EARTH would you NOT want to be photographed with Richie?
~ Hath
Friday, June 19, 2009
Joker was updated...
New chapter up today.
Just a warning, this one is coming to a close. Only a few more installments, and the saga of David and Hath will be complete ;o)
~ Hath
Just a warning, this one is coming to a close. Only a few more installments, and the saga of David and Hath will be complete ;o)
~ Hath
Double-Delish
On behalf of the Entertainment Industry Foundation, Jon Bon Jovi and Matthew McConaughey will make special appearances at the National Conference for Service and Volunteering. To an audience of more than 4,500 service leaders, they will share plans for EIF’s new multi-year campaign to help make service and volunteerism a national priority.
At the opening session, Jon Bon Jovi will address the conference and play a short musical set to celebrate the year-round work of hundreds of service organizations represented at the event.
Matthew McConaughey will introduce a brief video that will give the group a sneak peak at what EIF and the entertainment industry have planned. Both are long supporters of service.
Monday, June 22, 2009: 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Moscone West
5th Street and Howard Street, First Level
San Francisco, CA 94103
http://www.eifoundation.org/
Photos from THAT event ought to melt my keyboard....
~ Hath
Songwriter's HOF - More Pics
I got many more pictures from you, dear Devotees. Thank you. Here are a couple of my faves, along with a link to my Photobucket folder with the rest of them. There are simply too many to post!
Now, I'm still looking for some video from the event, my dear Devotees. If you find it, you know I'll provide the vid for your very own, and the mp3 for your iPods.... keep looking!
Love,
Your Goddess,
~ Hath
Thursday, June 18, 2009
SamboGear
Coming soon!
White Trash Beautiful, Nikki Lund and Richie Sambora’s new line for Fall, will be previewed in August at an undisclosed spot in Las Vegas with special performances by a surprise celebrity guest along with Eccentric Symphony’s Spring 2010 collection.
Hmmmm......Any guesses on the "surprise celeb"?
~ Hath
White Trash Beautiful, Nikki Lund and Richie Sambora’s new line for Fall, will be previewed in August at an undisclosed spot in Las Vegas with special performances by a surprise celebrity guest along with Eccentric Symphony’s Spring 2010 collection.
Hmmmm......Any guesses on the "surprise celeb"?
~ Hath
Songwriters' HOF - Early Pics
I have to ask, what's up with Jon's jacket? And awww, look at Richie's smile. Don'tcha just want to wanna pinch his cheeks?
Congratulations, guys; you SO deserve this honor.
~ Hath
Blue Parrot Update
Jon Bon Jovi and actress Renée Zellweger indulged in a plate of smoky Chipotle Guacamole at the Blue Parrot in East Hampton on Friday. The celebrity duo, also rumored to be among the revamped hotspot’s investors, got a sneak peek taste of the Blue Parrot's Tex Mex menu, which is set to open this weekend.
The Parrot has been doing these "sneak preview" days at random, to build up the buzz and get people interested in trying the place out.
It's working.
My spies in the Hamptons tell me that Weekenders and Renters are talking about the eatery, which means you won't be able to get near the place if you're a local. BUT, said Renters will not be able to purchase a Blue Parrot T-shirt, unless they can get the Weekenders to do it for them. The Locals will have nothing to do with the place until the Hamptons close down for the winter (regardless of what Ron Perelman recently told New York Magazine).
So, on to the menu. My spies have not been invited to indulge, but Hamptons.com reports that the Chipotle Guacamole served with homemade tortilla chips, meatballs al Chipotle, The Blue Parrot Taquitos (three soft taquitos with your choice of chicken, bistec, shrimp or pork) and the Grilled tuna steak, have made the cut to land on the menu. They plan to offer "vegetarian" dishes (that's what Ron calls the cheese quesadillas) and $9 margaritas, which is a steal for the Hamptons.
Managing partner Andrew Chapman promises the Karaoke nights will be back, and one can only hope that the other partners will get drunk and stupid on those nights :)
~ Hath
The Parrot has been doing these "sneak preview" days at random, to build up the buzz and get people interested in trying the place out.
It's working.
My spies in the Hamptons tell me that Weekenders and Renters are talking about the eatery, which means you won't be able to get near the place if you're a local. BUT, said Renters will not be able to purchase a Blue Parrot T-shirt, unless they can get the Weekenders to do it for them. The Locals will have nothing to do with the place until the Hamptons close down for the winter (regardless of what Ron Perelman recently told New York Magazine).
So, on to the menu. My spies have not been invited to indulge, but Hamptons.com reports that the Chipotle Guacamole served with homemade tortilla chips, meatballs al Chipotle, The Blue Parrot Taquitos (three soft taquitos with your choice of chicken, bistec, shrimp or pork) and the Grilled tuna steak, have made the cut to land on the menu. They plan to offer "vegetarian" dishes (that's what Ron calls the cheese quesadillas) and $9 margaritas, which is a steal for the Hamptons.
Managing partner Andrew Chapman promises the Karaoke nights will be back, and one can only hope that the other partners will get drunk and stupid on those nights :)
~ Hath
On this day...
... in 1997, Jon Bon made his NY solo club debut in support of "Destination Anywhere".
To celebrate, two of my favorite songs from that record.
What are your faves?
~ Hath
To celebrate, two of my favorite songs from that record.
What are your faves?
~ Hath
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Voices of 9/11 ~ Reprise
As promised, I have the vid and mp3 rips up in my SkyDrive. I put them in the attached folder.
Happy Snagging!
~ Hath
Happy Snagging!
~ Hath
Discount Codes for Toxic Avenger
Thanks for the info, Chris!!
Save almost 40%! $45.00-$55.00 (code: TOPLUM309).
Summer Sundays!: $35.00 (code:TOPLSMR409), 3pm & 7pm Reg. $51.50-$71.50.
Exclusive Tox Box Seats:$80.00, reg. $85.00. (code: TOPLBOX309), includes 2 free drinks. Mon/Wed-Fri. 8pm, Sat 2 & 8pm, Sun 3 & 7pm .
All through 9/6/09.
To order online visit www.broadwayoffers.com or call (212)947-8844 and use the codes shown above.
~ Hath
Save almost 40%! $45.00-$55.00 (code: TOPLUM309).
Summer Sundays!: $35.00 (code:TOPLSMR409), 3pm & 7pm Reg. $51.50-$71.50.
Exclusive Tox Box Seats:$80.00, reg. $85.00. (code: TOPLBOX309), includes 2 free drinks. Mon/Wed-Fri. 8pm, Sat 2 & 8pm, Sun 3 & 7pm .
All through 9/6/09.
To order online visit www.broadwayoffers.com or call (212)947-8844 and use the codes shown above.
~ Hath
Voices of 9/11 ~ video
There is some video up here, but it has also been posted on YouTube. I'm not sure how long it will be up for, but here it is:
I'll have the MP3 rip and the vid uploaded to my SkyDrive later tonight.
~ Hath
I'll have the MP3 rip and the vid uploaded to my SkyDrive later tonight.
~ Hath
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Father's Day Gift
*snicker, snort*
OK I am totally in love with this shirt and wonder where the HELL this was during their Mother's Day Promo?!?
Sheesh.
~ Hath
Moncton Ticket Contest
Thanks DeeDee for sending this to me :)
You and 9 friends could be rocking out at the Bon Jovi concert!
Ever play air guitar or sing your favorite Bon Jovi song out loud? Time to put your skills to the test...Bon Jovi fans are invited to upload a video or call CBC Radio One with a recording of themselves rocking out to the famed band's songs. The winner, as voted by the public, will score 10 tickets to the Bon Jovi concert on June 27th at Magnetic Hill in Moncton.
Honourable mentions 2nd, 3rd, & 4th place will each receive a pair of tickets to Bon Jovi as well!
There's more information, and the link to submit at this site.
Good Luck!
~ Hath
You and 9 friends could be rocking out at the Bon Jovi concert!
Ever play air guitar or sing your favorite Bon Jovi song out loud? Time to put your skills to the test...Bon Jovi fans are invited to upload a video or call CBC Radio One with a recording of themselves rocking out to the famed band's songs. The winner, as voted by the public, will score 10 tickets to the Bon Jovi concert on June 27th at Magnetic Hill in Moncton.
Honourable mentions 2nd, 3rd, & 4th place will each receive a pair of tickets to Bon Jovi as well!
There's more information, and the link to submit at this site.
Good Luck!
~ Hath
Bon Jovi Trivia
Well, not really trivia, per se, more like a test of your memory. Saw this on a website today. You SHOULD know the answers to these questions. If not, I'll send you my addy, you send me your heart-and-dagger t-shirt.
1) What is Jon Bon Jovi's real name?
2) What year did the Bon Jovi band form?
3) Who was a founding member of the band but departed in 1994?
4) What was Jon Bon Jovi's first band called?
5) Name the album released in August 1986 that is widely considered their breakthrough album?
6) What single gave Bon Jovi their first #1 On The Billboard Charts?
7) What song did Jon Bon Jovi and Richie Sambora perform at the My VH1 Music Awards show in 2001?
8) What TV show parodies the band under the name Jon Bovi?
9) Who is the current band drummer?
10) A new version of which song has been released in 2009 by Jon Bon Jovi and the Washington DC Youth Choir?
~ Hath
1) What is Jon Bon Jovi's real name?
2) What year did the Bon Jovi band form?
3) Who was a founding member of the band but departed in 1994?
4) What was Jon Bon Jovi's first band called?
5) Name the album released in August 1986 that is widely considered their breakthrough album?
6) What single gave Bon Jovi their first #1 On The Billboard Charts?
7) What song did Jon Bon Jovi and Richie Sambora perform at the My VH1 Music Awards show in 2001?
8) What TV show parodies the band under the name Jon Bovi?
9) Who is the current band drummer?
10) A new version of which song has been released in 2009 by Jon Bon Jovi and the Washington DC Youth Choir?
~ Hath
My New Love
Her name is Darlin', and she's a 2009 Ford Edge SLE. She's classified as a "crossover vehicle" which means (to me, at least) that she's got lots of room like an SUV, but drives like a car. She's cinnamon colored (shown in the pic), with cloth interior (hate sticking to leather in the summer -- SHUT UP, TARA!) a sunroof and Sirius satellite radio, and is my new favorite toy.
I got her Saturday at my friendly neighborhood Ford dealership. They let me have her for $2000 on my Visa card with a promise to return with a bank check for the remainder of the down payment. I can't believe there are still trusting souls in this world -- it gives me hope.
I had to sign my name approximately 32 times, which is only 17 fewer than I had to sign when I bought my house :)
She's equipped with Microsoft Sync, which basically means my Blackberry and iPod are voice-activated!!! (T, when I was talking to you yesterday afternoon, it was through the radio in my car.)
One of my all-time favorite commercials is for a Ford Focus, where they are playing with the Sync technology ("Play artist Korn" lol):
Needless to say, my car already knows how to respond to "Play artist Bon Jovi" :)
There is no Michael Bolton on my iPod, so I don't have to worry about being made fun of by a linebacker. There is, however, Spongebob Squarepants. The Hathlet thinks it's cool, too, and had the keyless-entry code memorized in about 3 seconds.
~ Hath
Monday, June 15, 2009
Do Ya Read The Daily Gleaner?
Bon Jovi fans have a chance for an up-close-and-personal VIP experience at the band's Magnetic Hill concert this month.
Bon Jovi plays Magnetic Hill on Saturday, June 27, with the lead opening act Bachman-Cummings, as well as State of Shock, Mobile and Alfa Rococo.
General admission tickets have been selling briskly, but The Daily Gleaner has teamed up with Donald K. Donald Entertainment Group to give fans a chance for an exclusive musical experience.
The Daily Gleaner will be giving away VIP ticket packages to three lucky readers. Each VIP package includes seating for two at stage-front tables under a Brunswick News Inc. tent, and complimentary food and beverages.
Read Wednesday's Gleaner for details on how you can win VIP passes.
~ Hath
Bon Jovi plays Magnetic Hill on Saturday, June 27, with the lead opening act Bachman-Cummings, as well as State of Shock, Mobile and Alfa Rococo.
General admission tickets have been selling briskly, but The Daily Gleaner has teamed up with Donald K. Donald Entertainment Group to give fans a chance for an exclusive musical experience.
The Daily Gleaner will be giving away VIP ticket packages to three lucky readers. Each VIP package includes seating for two at stage-front tables under a Brunswick News Inc. tent, and complimentary food and beverages.
Read Wednesday's Gleaner for details on how you can win VIP passes.
~ Hath
The Blue Parrot -- she is OPEN!
Sources say that they've got top-shelf margaritas and a "super hip crowd". Since it's the Hamptons, the prices are a little high -- not expensive, but smallish portions for the sticker price. Full menu isn't available yet.
Sending my MIL on a mission this week :)
The Blue Parrot
33A Main St., East Hampton, NY 11937 * (631) 324-3609
~ Hath
PS: PLEASE, don't call there and ask for Jon. He doesn't work there.
Sending my MIL on a mission this week :)
The Blue Parrot
33A Main St., East Hampton, NY 11937 * (631) 324-3609
~ Hath
PS: PLEASE, don't call there and ask for Jon. He doesn't work there.
