Kevin Cogill, the Los Angeles man who was busted last August for posting online nine unreleased tunes from the Gunners' heavily anticipated, yet eternally delayed new album was sentenced Tuesday to 60 days of home confinement.
While the sentence isn't extreme, it does set a bit of a precedent. Leaking music will get you in trouble.
In addition to the house arrest, Cogill will get 1 year probation as well as be forced to star in an anti-piracy public safety announcement.
Looks likle he will need plenty of fat burner while he is cooped up in his home for 2 months. Don't get too fat kid.
Oh yeah...Guns N' Roses are a bunch of jerks when it comes to this stuff. Everyone knows Axel Rose is a total douche, but it appears they are trying to get into Metallica anti-sharing territory.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Michael Jackson's Death Being Viewed as a Homicide
Michael Jackson, the King of Pop, was maybe the most publicized death of this century. Now the investigation of Jackson's death has turned to an even darker side. The LAPD believes the pop star's death was due to misuse of a powerful anaesthesia and his personal physician, Dr. Conrad Murray, the one there trying to jumpstart his heart with an AED, may have been involved.
Los Angeles County's chief coroner investigator Craig Harvey said, "We are serving a coroner subpoena at the office of Dr. Klein to obtain medical records. That is all I can comment on."
"Dr. Klein has been and continues to cooperate with the coroner's office into the investigation if the death of Michael Jackson. There will be no further comments in Dr. Klein at this time. Also the coroner has indicated to us that Dr. Klein is not under investigation by the coroner's office," said Klein's lawyer Bradley Boyer.
Harvey added the move was not unusual, revealing several other subpoenas have been issued in relation to Michael's death, reports Yahoo News.
Los Angeles County's chief coroner investigator Craig Harvey said, "We are serving a coroner subpoena at the office of Dr. Klein to obtain medical records. That is all I can comment on."
"Dr. Klein has been and continues to cooperate with the coroner's office into the investigation if the death of Michael Jackson. There will be no further comments in Dr. Klein at this time. Also the coroner has indicated to us that Dr. Klein is not under investigation by the coroner's office," said Klein's lawyer Bradley Boyer.
Harvey added the move was not unusual, revealing several other subpoenas have been issued in relation to Michael's death, reports Yahoo News.
Sunday, July 12, 2009
Bruno Beats Borat at Opening Box Office
Sacha Baron Cohen has gone from Da Ali G Show to the movie screen with Borat and now Bruno. While some found the Borat movie to funny, I found it quite ridiculous and not funny at all. It didn't offend me, I just thought it was overblown crap on the level of Napoleon Dynamite.
So with Bruno being released I have the exact same felling. Of course that doesn't mean people won't hype it up either. People will still go because he tries to be so offensive that people HAVE to watch it. If this movie is good I'll be shocked.
So what are the numbers?
Brüno, which follows the title character, a gay Austrian fashionista, as he comes to the USA seeking fame, earned $30.4 million, according to weekend studio estimates from Nielsen EDI. Borat, which opened in 2006 with $26.5 million, went on to make $129 million.
So with Bruno being released I have the exact same felling. Of course that doesn't mean people won't hype it up either. People will still go because he tries to be so offensive that people HAVE to watch it. If this movie is good I'll be shocked.
So what are the numbers?
Brüno, which follows the title character, a gay Austrian fashionista, as he comes to the USA seeking fame, earned $30.4 million, according to weekend studio estimates from Nielsen EDI. Borat, which opened in 2006 with $26.5 million, went on to make $129 million.
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Former Jackson Nanny Claims King of Pop Was Addicted to Mixing Prescription Drugs
The Sunday Times of London published an article today that states that Michael Jackson's former long-time nanny said she often had to pump the King of Pop's stomach after he swallowed too many prescription medications.
Grace Rwaramba, who worked for Jackson for 17 years, claimed Jackson became outraged when his mother and sister tried to intervene — and that Jackson's home was dirty and disheveled, according to a report published Sunday in the London Times.
“I had to pump his stomach many times," Rwaramba said in an interview that appeared in the newspaper. "He always mixed so much of it. There was one period that it was so bad that I didn’t let the children see him.”
With the kids shoveled off to play with theirPS3, the nanny tried to keep them away from the pop icon at times.
Man this story gets sadder everyday.
Grace Rwaramba, who worked for Jackson for 17 years, claimed Jackson became outraged when his mother and sister tried to intervene — and that Jackson's home was dirty and disheveled, according to a report published Sunday in the London Times.
“I had to pump his stomach many times," Rwaramba said in an interview that appeared in the newspaper. "He always mixed so much of it. There was one period that it was so bad that I didn’t let the children see him.”
With the kids shoveled off to play with theirPS3, the nanny tried to keep them away from the pop icon at times.
Man this story gets sadder everyday.
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Michael Jackson: Will There Ever Be Fame Like This Again?
One thing is certain, Michael Jackson was more famous than just aobut any musician on the planet. Comparisons have been drawn of his impact to that of The Beatles, Elvis, and Frank Sinatra. HE was truly an icon in the music world, and his death just reminds us just how BIG he really was.
Folks are practically rv camping outside almost any place that has anything remotely to do with Michael Jackson still, 2 days after his death.
It has been brought up many time, but this article talks a bit about how his impace may never be felt again. That we may never see a superstar achieve this level of popularity in modern society.
All you have to do is watch a few live performances of MJ to see that he had a different affect on people. Watching him perform live gives you the same glimpse of what crowds looked like at an Elvis, or The Beatles shows. Uncontrolled emotion from the fans. They just lose themselves in the presence of these mega icons.
The last few days I have watched a lot of MJ videos on Youtube. I was a kid when he burst onto the mega scene with Thriller, but I was like everyone else. An MJ fan. Seeing this video of his performance of Billie Jean on CBS in 2001 gave me chills this week. Imagine how it felt to be there. Just look at the crowd in this. Could anyone else pull this off?
Folks are practically rv camping outside almost any place that has anything remotely to do with Michael Jackson still, 2 days after his death.
It has been brought up many time, but this article talks a bit about how his impace may never be felt again. That we may never see a superstar achieve this level of popularity in modern society.
All you have to do is watch a few live performances of MJ to see that he had a different affect on people. Watching him perform live gives you the same glimpse of what crowds looked like at an Elvis, or The Beatles shows. Uncontrolled emotion from the fans. They just lose themselves in the presence of these mega icons.
The last few days I have watched a lot of MJ videos on Youtube. I was a kid when he burst onto the mega scene with Thriller, but I was like everyone else. An MJ fan. Seeing this video of his performance of Billie Jean on CBS in 2001 gave me chills this week. Imagine how it felt to be there. Just look at the crowd in this. Could anyone else pull this off?
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Cash For Clunkers Senate Bill Details
Well folks...we have the Cash For Clunkers Senate Bill details available now. I'll simplify it, but for you engineering fact checkers here is the actual bill in full.
One thing you can probably assume that once this starts rolling, your old car is probably going to see as much of a price loss as pounds the people in these testimonials for this fat burner review did. Common sense say that if they are giving you money to get rid of these cars, odds are that your car will be worth a lot less than it was before this bill came out. Great news for you eh?
This is the gist of the bill:
1. $3,500 voucher if the new fuel efficient automobile is a passenger automobile and the combined fuel economy value of car is at least 4 miles per gallon higher than the combined fuel economy value of the eligible trade-in vehicle. It must be only 2 MPG better for eligible trucks.
2. You can get $4,500 if your trade in car gets at least 10 MPG less than the new economy fuel vehicle. 5 MPG less if you are trading in a truck.
3. The program lasts from March 30, 2009 until....
"the day that is 1 year after the date on which the regulations promulgated under subsection are implemented."
IF the blue book on your old car doesn't take a huge hit, this might not be a real bad deal for you. $4500+ the trade in for your car could get you something new for $5,000 or so I would guess.
Of course that also means that the cars with lower fuel efficiency are going to be bargains now. Think people won't catch onto that and keep these cars on the road? LOL
One thing you can probably assume that once this starts rolling, your old car is probably going to see as much of a price loss as pounds the people in these testimonials for this fat burner review did. Common sense say that if they are giving you money to get rid of these cars, odds are that your car will be worth a lot less than it was before this bill came out. Great news for you eh?
This is the gist of the bill:
1. $3,500 voucher if the new fuel efficient automobile is a passenger automobile and the combined fuel economy value of car is at least 4 miles per gallon higher than the combined fuel economy value of the eligible trade-in vehicle. It must be only 2 MPG better for eligible trucks.
2. You can get $4,500 if your trade in car gets at least 10 MPG less than the new economy fuel vehicle. 5 MPG less if you are trading in a truck.
3. The program lasts from March 30, 2009 until....
"the day that is 1 year after the date on which the regulations promulgated under subsection are implemented."
IF the blue book on your old car doesn't take a huge hit, this might not be a real bad deal for you. $4500+ the trade in for your car could get you something new for $5,000 or so I would guess.
Of course that also means that the cars with lower fuel efficiency are going to be bargains now. Think people won't catch onto that and keep these cars on the road? LOL
Monday, June 01, 2009
Susan Boyle Admitted to Hospital
Our favorite 40-something singing sensation, Susan Boyle was admitted to the hospital Sunday, with what reports call "exhaustion". Who can blame her? Going from a small town and into an international spotlight in a matter of minutes could be overwhelming for anyone.
Police were called to a London hotel on Sunday at 1800 BST to doctors assessing a woman under the Mental Health Act, Scotland Yard confirmed.
That woman was taken voluntarily by ambulance to a clinic, they said.
At the request of doctors, police accompanied the ambulance.
The Priory Clinic said: "We can neither confirm nor deny the reports.
On Sunday, it emerged Boyle was taking time off on the advice of a doctor.
Television company talkbackThames released a statement: "Following Saturday night's show, Susan is exhausted and emotionally drained.
"She has been seen by her private GP who supports her decision to take a few days out for rest and recovery."
"We offer her our ongoing support and wish her a speedy recovery."
Get well, Susan and go do something normal like going to a baby shower, or something.
Police were called to a London hotel on Sunday at 1800 BST to doctors assessing a woman under the Mental Health Act, Scotland Yard confirmed.
That woman was taken voluntarily by ambulance to a clinic, they said.
At the request of doctors, police accompanied the ambulance.
The Priory Clinic said: "We can neither confirm nor deny the reports.
On Sunday, it emerged Boyle was taking time off on the advice of a doctor.
Television company talkbackThames released a statement: "Following Saturday night's show, Susan is exhausted and emotionally drained.
"She has been seen by her private GP who supports her decision to take a few days out for rest and recovery."
"We offer her our ongoing support and wish her a speedy recovery."
Get well, Susan and go do something normal like going to a baby shower, or something.
Sunday, May 17, 2009
Bitney Spears Spends A Lot of Money
I'm sure you are3 shocked at this. She comes off as quite the miser to me as well. Since she has to go to court every other week for something or other her expenses are pretty much out there for all to see.
She had to file an expense report with the Los Angeles Superior Court last week and of course some tool that like to dig in celebrity garbages flushed out the details.
Overall, she spent more than $10 Million in expenses last year that includes $285,000 in mortgage payments nd another $49,387 in upgrades and repairs to her properties; over $6,000 in phone bills and over $1,800 on cable and satellite television. In April, Spears paid off a $711 phone bill to AT&T and holds accounts with four separate carriers.
She paid well over a million to lawyers who represent her and the Spears estate, but Britney even paid $625,000 to cover ex-husband Kevin Federline's family court expenses - in addition to the $178,000 she paid in child support.
Always one to party, Britney dished out almost $6,000 on "decorations" over the last 11 months. Probably gfor
weight loss pills, and over $447,000 on security. Spears also gave out over $186,000 to her entourage.
She had to file an expense report with the Los Angeles Superior Court last week and of course some tool that like to dig in celebrity garbages flushed out the details.
Overall, she spent more than $10 Million in expenses last year that includes $285,000 in mortgage payments nd another $49,387 in upgrades and repairs to her properties; over $6,000 in phone bills and over $1,800 on cable and satellite television. In April, Spears paid off a $711 phone bill to AT&T and holds accounts with four separate carriers.
She paid well over a million to lawyers who represent her and the Spears estate, but Britney even paid $625,000 to cover ex-husband Kevin Federline's family court expenses - in addition to the $178,000 she paid in child support.
Always one to party, Britney dished out almost $6,000 on "decorations" over the last 11 months. Probably gfor
weight loss pills, and over $447,000 on security. Spears also gave out over $186,000 to her entourage.
Saturday Night Live: Motherlover
Guess I'll post this since it makes me laugh so much. I saw it 2 weeks ago, but totally forgot about it until I jumped on Hulu.com today to watch something else.
Motherlover features Justin Timberlake and Andy Samburg on Mohter's Day. They both forgot about getting their mothers a good gift like computer memory, and come up with this solution.
Appearing as their "mothers" are Susan Sarandon and Patricia Clarkson.
Motherlover features Justin Timberlake and Andy Samburg on Mohter's Day. They both forgot about getting their mothers a good gift like computer memory, and come up with this solution.
Appearing as their "mothers" are Susan Sarandon and Patricia Clarkson.
Angels and Demons Underachieves at Box Office, but Finishes First
Angels and Demons didn't get to the level of it's predecessor, The Da Vinci Code, but it still was good enough to win the weekly box office title. It opened with a $48 Million showing, the sixth best opening of the year. Star Trek dropped to #2 overall, but still raked in $43 Million for the weekend and $147.6 Million so far. X-Men Origins: Wolverine fell to #3 with $14.8 Million, and $151.1 million total in its first 2 weeks.
But "The Da Vinci Code" opened to $77 million in 2006 on its way to a domestic haul of $217.5 million. The sequel should pass the $150 million mark, said Rory Bruer, president of worldwide distribution at the Sony Corp unit. Onlky saw the Da Vinci Code on my LCD TV and not at the theater. Probably won't chip in for this one either.
But "The Da Vinci Code" opened to $77 million in 2006 on its way to a domestic haul of $217.5 million. The sequel should pass the $150 million mark, said Rory Bruer, president of worldwide distribution at the Sony Corp unit. Onlky saw the Da Vinci Code on my LCD TV and not at the theater. Probably won't chip in for this one either.
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