Ark La Tex Star...

Thanks to everyone who made it out to Landers dodge tonight for the Ark La Tex Star semi-finals. We had a blast and we hope you did too. Congrats to all of the finalists. Join Todd Nixon on Saturday, August 2nd, at Pierre Bossier Mall starting at 11am to cheer on your favorite performer. The next Ark La Tex star will be heading to Florida to audition for the American Idol producers.

Gone (way past) country??

So as I flutter around the internet* I came across this.....





Jessica Simpson will be appearing on the September issue of Elle...obviously....AND WOW! Ok we got it, you've gone country. She seems to almost mock her career change. What do you think of her going country? Do you like her new single? Below are some excerpts form the interview.



On feeling like America’s most wanted:“So many people want to bring me down, and I can’t wait to prove them wrong. If they believe what they read about me, they automatically persecute and torment me.”

On recording a song about abuse:“I had to record that. There’s nothing on my album that you’re gonna hear that I don’t relate to or that I haven’t experienced. Because the only way I know how to sing is from life experience. I don’t want to talk about it, but I have definitely experienced abuse in away that I would tell people to take their heart and run.” (is she speakingof her EX hubby???)

On Tony Romo:“Most of the guys I dated were captivated by my heart but they had different ways of trying to get to me. Tony understands me. He appreciates my talent. He’s the first person I’ve spiritually connected with. I’m a girl that loves to be in love. I love love!”



*Perez Hilton

Who's coming?

My sources say that not only will Sugarland's tour (featuring Kelli Pickler and Ashton Shepherd) and Willie Nelson be making their way to Bossier but Shreveport will be receiving a little country music lovin' as well. Look out for performances by Bucky Covington, David Allan Coe and Kevin Fowler very soon!!!

Put your big girl panties on!

When they coined the phrase, "quit whining and put your big girl panties on," they must have been referring to Queen Victoria's panties.

Yesterday, a pair of 50-inch waist granny panties that belonged to Queen Victoria sold at auction for $9,000.

GROSS and why? Apparently, the grande pantaloons are handmade, and bear the monogram "VR."

Correct me if I am wrong, but I don't believe showers and bathing were very popular in the Victorian era so why, why would you purchase somebodies dirty undies and furthermore for $9,000 !!! If that is how much it costs....Victoria can keep her secret to herself!

Does Gretchen Wilson work that hard?

How hard did Gretchen Wilson really work on her song, "Work Hard, Play Harder"? According to the Black Crowes not hard at all because she stole their melody.

The Black Crowes are claiming that Gretchen's song "Work Hard, Play Harder" is a rip-off of their 1991 hit " Jealous Again" and they have gotten the suits involved. Gretchen as well as the songs publishers, have been served copyright infringement notices and are expecting Gretchen and her camp. to pay up or go to court.

Below are the two songs....who is right and who is eating crow? You be the judge. The melodies sound the same to me.

Wake up and win

Today's Question: According to researchers there are more than 1,000 chemicals in one of these. What is it?

a cup of coffee (highlight to see answer)

Dirty Mouth...

OK is it just me or has your Shreveport tap water tasted like dirt lately? I have been told that they are flushing out algae??? Shouldn't we be notified of these things? Is that healthy?

It is so hot...How hot is it?

GEEZ!!! Who is ready for winter? I AM! A burn ban in caddo parish today..for the past three days tempatures over 100 degrees. If you smell bacon it is my thighs on my office chair.

Reminds me of that old Johnny Carson bit: It is so hot...How hot is it? Here are a few of my favorites:

It is so hot....

• I have found my seatbelt buckle can double as a branding iron.

• You discovered it only takes two fingers to drive your car.

• Water in public swimming pools is evaporating so fast that children are being encouraged to swim in the deep end and to keep ignoring the "no pee" rule.

Got any?

And you thought your degree was worthless?

So I have a bachelor's degree. I don't know how much I use it really, but is it worth anything anymore? With everyone going back to grad school, getting their masters, their doctorates, the bar keeps a raisin'. So am I now under-qualified??? I keep thinking I should go back to school just for poops and giggles just to have that something extra. What would I get?

A postgraduate degree...in comic book studies.

Yes there is a LEGITIMATE university that offers this such degree- The University of Florida. According to their website they are," one of the premier academic institutions for studying comics, animation and other forms of visual rhetoric in North America."

Wake up and Win

Today's Question:

According to USA Today nearly 60% of all US home owners have one of these and 21% have 5 or more. What is it?



Answer: Pets (highlight for answer)

Flashing: Miranda Lambert

For some odd reason boobs have become like some kind of currency. Stay with me here. There are the girls who show them at Mardi Gras for beads, some show them for beer, some show them at concerts in hopes to get backstage for an autograph??? (Right!) So what do men have that can be considered currency? Apparently nothing.

I bring this up because on Monday night at the Monroe Country Fair in Michigan some hairy man beast flashed Miranda Lambert. She was co-headlining a show with her man Blake Shelton, and while she was doing a solo she got a show herself!

According to CMT.com, Miranda was sitting on the edge of the stage dangling her feet off when, "a burly Midwestern man flashed her in the middle of the song."

Now whether she saw "it" or not is unclear because she didn't appear to be fazed by it...or maybe it was all gunpowder and no lead!

SIDE NOTE: Blake and Miranda are in talks of touring together similar to this one. Ark La Tex bound??? I hope so.

Restaurant RIP

First Starbucks and now this!

Effective immediately all Bennigan's restaurants are closed for business.

The chain owns and operates around 800 Bennigan's across America.

Yet another major blow to the economy!

And to think I really loved their Monty Cristos.


(Perez Hilton)

Makeup for Men

Hey guys . . . have you always secretly wished you could wear makeup? If so . . . you're in luck.


--That's because a company called Taxi Cosmetics has just released a new line of makeup . . . that's exclusively for men.


--According to a spokesman for the company, Taxi Cosmetics has created, quote, "[makeup] essentials that ANY guy would borrow from his other half" . . . such as eyeliner, which they call "Guy-liner", and mascara, which they call "Manscara".


(Daily Mail)




http://www.taxicosmetics.com/taxi_men.asp

RIP Cassette Tapes

A sad day in history. In case you didn't already know, the cassette tape is officially dead. Check out the numbers . . .


--In 1994, the sale of portable cassette players peaked at 18 MILLION . . . but by last year, that number had dropped to just 480,000.


--In 1997, 173 MILLION music cassette tapes were sold . . . but by last year that number had dropped to just 400,000 (--which accounted for only .01% of all music sales).


(--And BTW, isn't it strange that more people bought portable cassette players than cassette tapes? What's up with that?)


--In 2005, 23% of vehicles came with factory-installed cassette players . . . but by last year, only 4% of vehicles in the U.S. had them.


--And while books-on-tape made up 7% of all audio book sales in 2006, the numbers (--and demand) are plummeting . . . and some forecasters predict that within the next three years, cassette tapes could disappear completely.

Now how am I going to jam out to my Reba, Debbie Gibson, and NKOTB?!?

(New York Times)

Who is Derek?

I am often asked what is your radio partner, Derek James, like. Well, first off let me start off by telling you he is not fat. Many people ask me whether he is more on the portly side. Why? Trust me he is a whopping 158lbs...but he just told me and I quote

"It all depends on how much I have to drink and whether I peed"

But in all seriousness he really is fabulous. You will not find a more down to earth, friendlier person, and to put up with me is an award in itself. Just an example of how friendly Derek really is.

CMT Casting for two new reality shows!!!

NOW CASTING!!!



“My Big Redneck Christmas”

Pink Sneakers is currently casting for “My Big Redneck Christmas.” The show will document a family’s preparation and celebration for the Christmas holiday. We’re looking for outrageous redneck Christmas decorations, wacky traditions, and heart-warming families. From shotgun shell ornaments, to monster truck tree toppers, spiked eggnog treats, and rockin’ reindeer games—anything goes, as long as it’s ringing with redneck joy.



We’re currently looking for:

· Fun and crazy family traditions.

· Energetic personalities.

· Families that want to share their Christmas with us.

· Rednecks that are loud and proud!

We are casting immediately so please e-mail us at redneckchristmas@pinksneakers.net. Please be sure to include your name, contact information, a quick rundown of a typical Christmas at your home, and photos.




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“My Big Redneck Wedding”

Pink Sneakers is currently casting for the hit series “My Big Redneck Wedding” for broadcast on CMT. This show will document the planning and preparation it takes to pull off a truly fun, down-to-earth, redneck nuptial. From denim wedding dresses, to camouflage tuxedos, shotgun salutes, and arriving at the reception on an ATV--anything goes, as long as it’s rowdy and redneck!



We are currently looking for couples who:

· Appear to be between the ages of 18 and 45.

· Over the top personalities.

· Are planning a super redneck wedding.

· Have a set date between August and November.

· Would like to share their lives and wedding day with us.

· Are redneck and proud of it!



We are scheduled to begin shooting immediately, so if you or anyone you know meets this criteria please email us at redneckwedding@pinksneakers.net. Please be sure to include your name, contact information, wedding location, and a photo of the bride and groom.

Should you have any additional questions regarding the show, our intentions, or to learn more about the show, please feel free to contact us at any time. Time is of the essence so please contact us as soon as possible.



CONTACT:

Pink Sneakers Productions

Phone: 407-464-2080

Fax: 407-464-2081

Email: redneckwedding@pinksneakers.net

Website: www.pinksneakers.net www.CMT.com Go to “On TV,” then click “Be on TV”

Wake up and Win

Today's Question: Many think this is only for men, but three million women do it too. What is it?

HUNT! (highlight to see answer)

The first trailer to "W": Comments???

With all of the controversy surrounding Jeffrey Wright and Josh "Bar Brawlin" Brolin will you still see the W movie? Check out the first trailer for the movie below. What do you think?


( What Brolin controversy? Check out: http://www.shreveporttimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2008807260327 )

Smells like a bargain???

True Redneck Tank Top!!!!

This was taken in front of the Gardendale, Alabama,Wal-Mart!

Now I ask you...
Who sits and looks at apair of men's briefs and says hmmmm...I can make a nice summer top from these!! On the other hand...$6 for a three pack is a good price!!

*thanks to Nashville Kat for showing me this

Scattered, smothered, covered and hitched

First the wedding bells then the wedding bills! Surveys say the average wedding costs around $28,000 these days leaving many in extreme debt.
Check out this news story on the link below and make sure you watch the slide show. Now they did it right (ha-ha)!

Click this link:http://gwinnettdailypost.com/main.asp?SectionID=6&SubSectionID=84&ArticleID=16944

TA-DAH!!!

Ok so I am finally in the in-crowd. I have a blog! This will take me awhile to figure out so bare with me, but be sure to check back to find out what really goes on in the studios.

Oh and a little side note...I was told today by a very reliable source that Sugarland's tour with Kelli Pickler will be making their way into town AND one of my favorites...WILLIE NELSON!!!!

And your welcome!