Who’s Wearing What: At the “Collateral” premiere in Los Angeles (held at the Magic Johnson theater) Tamara Tunie wore an Antonio Gual floral tangerine-colored chiffon frock. Foxy Brown (if you can get past the cleavage in that skin-tight black leather vest) opted for colorfully aqua Christian Louboutin pumps with her Plein Sud outfit. Meanwhile, Jada Pinkett Smith donned Fred Leighton jewelry with her Giorgio Armani gown. She also wore a pair of strappy silver Giuseppe Zanotti sandals. Mo'Nique wore a strapless 50s-inspired dress, white cotton with colorful floral accents by Maria Rinaldi.

Sofia Milos of CSI: Miami chose diamond Chopard jewelry for the red carpet premiere of Princess Diaries 2. Milos showed off her golden tan in a champagne satin halter dress with a crystal chain strap by Sunny Choi.

Fashionistas: Karen Robinovitz and Melissa De La Cruz the New York authors who co wrote the book "How to Become Famous in Two Weeks or Less" are launching theirsecond book "Fashionista Files: Adventures in Four Inch Heels and Faux Pas."

The book is coming out in September, right in time for fashion week, as well as a glamorous release party at Suba on September 14th which is being hosted by Robert Verdi and Metro Channel. Top editors, fashionistas and socialites will be attending this soiree.

There is also a major event being hosted at Henri Bendel's for their fall fashion kick off, which they have every year during fashion week to celebrate fall. The theme of the two-week event is based on the "Fashionista Files", which will be on display throughout the store. And there will be two events for their book as well in the store - September 9, 2004 to kick off a silent auction and September 14, 2004, to close. The proceeds will benefit Safe Horizon, which helps abused women. Confirmed book signings will also be taking place in NYC, LA, Miami, Boston and Dallas.

Bill Maher Update: REAL TIME WITH BILL MAHER continues its second season with a new edition FRIDAY, August 56, 2004 at 11 p.m. on HBO. Allowing Maher to offer his unique perspective on contemporary issues, the show includes an opening monologue, a one-on-one interview and roundtable discussions, followed by Maher's weekly editorial. Featured on this week's show as roundtable guests are former congressman Bob Barr, comedian Steve Harvey and journalist Cokie Roberts.

Slated for 23 editions this season, REAL TIME WITH BILL MAHER went on hiatus in March after 10 editions. The series returned for the remaining 13 shows in July, in time for the Democratic and Republican conventions, with coverage of the presidential campaign to continue through the election in early November. Among the guests slated for upcoming shows are George Carlin, Michael Eric Dyson, Michelle Malkin, Graham Norton, Andrew Sullivan, Cornel West and James Woolsey. Other guests will be announced as they are confirmed.

BeansTalk Observation: Nicole Richie, young as she is, is looking quite “refreshed.” So much so, she (like Naomi Watts and HER best friend Nicole Kidman) seems to be morphing into Paris Hilton. Check her out at the latest events and tell us if we’re wrong.

Silver Fox: Debi Mazar wore a Salvatore Ferragamo outfit to the Los Angeles premiere of “Collateral.” She was awash in silver grey tones, with a silk ruffled blouse, gray skirt and a beautiful silver tweed coat. She accessorized with a brooch on the lapel, a dark gray suede clutch and silver gray shoes.

Hot Fall Item: The brooch (as demonstrated by fashionista Debi Mazar, see item above) is going to be the hot accessory this fall. It’s a good time to check out sale and clearance bins at the department stores and for vintage and more unique pins, try thrift stores.

Emmy Nodded Film Re-Airs: HBO Films' “Something the Lord Made” received nine Emmy nominations. You can catch up on this film Sunday, August 15, 2004 at 6 p.m. on HBO, of course.

Debuting on HBO last May, SOMETHING THE LORD MADE is based on the extraordinary true story of unlikely partners -- a black lab technician (played by Mos Def) and a white surgeon (played by Alan Rickman) -- who pioneered cardiac surgery in 1940s America, defying the rules to launch a medical revolution against the backdrop of the Jim Crow south.

Among the Emmy(r) nominations received by SOMETHING THE LORD MADE were Outstanding Made for Television Movie, two for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or Movie (Mos Def, Alan Rickman), Outstanding Directing for a Miniseries, Movie or a Dramatic Special (Joseph Sargent), and Outstanding Writing for a Miniseries, Movie or a Dramatic Special (Robert Caswell and Peter Silverman).

Diana Krall Update: Grammy® award winning musician Diana Krall nearly nightly performs material from her acclaimed album ‘The Girl in the Other Room,’ released April 27, 2004, on Verve, and certified RIAA gold. Halfway through her 34-date US tour, critics sing her praises. “A perfect evening,” says the Seattle Times. “Krall’s voice... flawlessly bridged the swing and rock eras, flowing easily from husky whisper to guttural coo, impassioned croon to artlessly artful song/speech.” With the support of her band, comprised of Anthony Wilson (guitar), Robert Hurst (bass) and Peter Erskine (drums), Krall "simply sparkled all evening," the Los Angeles Daily News wrote.

The Hollywood Reporter says she “gave [‘Almost Blue’] an intro worthy of Rachmaninoff, sang the words by bringing them up from somewhere inside herself that one had not been aware existed, fondled them with keyboard fingerings worthy of her mentor, the great Jimmy Rowles...That voice of hers has developed into a thing of wonder and power.”

Krall's album 'The Girl in the Other Room' has gone gold in seven countries and double platinum in Krall’s native Canada. The second leg of Krall’s summer tour picks up at the Milwaukee Theatre on August 10, 2004 and wraps at New York’s Radio City Music Hall on August 24, 2004.

O’Donnell Teams With HBO: HBO and Emmy Award(r)-winner Rosie O'Donnell are teaming up to produce a documentary film on the first-ever gay and lesbian family vacation, it was announced today by Sheila Nevins, president, HBO Documentary and Family. The Norwegian Dawn, chartered by Rosie and Kelli O'Donnell's R Family Vacations, has just returned from its inaugural voyage, a weeklong adventure for 500 families to Key West and Nassau, Bahamas, accompanied by HBO. The film debuts exclusively on HBO in 2005.

"It was an amazing week. In seven days, 1600 people became a community," say Rosie and Kelli O'Donnell. "We are thrilled to partner with HBO, one of the leaders of innovative programming, on this exciting project. It is a perfect match for this documentary."

O'Donnell's R Family Vacations creates family-friendly vacations tailored to the gay and lesbian community. From July 11-18, 2004, Rosie and Kelli O'Donnell's family joined other guests on the Norwegian Dawn, traveling from New York to Nassau, Bahamas. Stops along the way included Pt. Canaveral, Key West, and a day on a private island in the Bahamas.

Liquidation Sale Sale Sale: ART STUDIO AND CAFE LIQUIDATION SALE

8763 Rosewood Ave West Hollywood 90048, one block North of Beverly and off Robertson
SUNDAY AUGUST 8, 2004, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Monday, August 9, 2004, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Furniture - Unique Tables, Chairs, Desks
Refrigerator, Microwaves
Buddhas & Garden Decorations
Japanese Tea Houses
Tea Houses
Canvas Paintings
Register Systems
Dishes
Art Supplies
Computers
Lockers
Retail Merchandise

And More

CASH ONLY

Seeing Green: Jeweler Simon G is jumping on the colored diamond bandwagon – green, he says is the “must have” color in fashion accessories. He offer a green hued collection from cocktail to cluster rings to stacked bands in lime to sage, emerald to olive in shades. More info, call (213) 622-2660 or visit www.simongjewelry.com.

The Shadow Knows: Stila now has shadow pots, which retail for $20. The shadow is light and shimmery (powder with the ease of cream) and stila’s Jeannine Lobell says, “As soon as you put it on, you get WOW…with a shimmery glow.” Colors include mist, pearl, moon, iris, lime, honey, smoke, flame, amber, taupe, lily, sky, petal. Call (877) 565-1299 or visit www.stilacosmetics.com.

Berry Good: Dr. Howard Murad’s discovered a way to draw on the benefits of the Goji Berry in his new Redness Therapy Line, designed to Reduce Rosacea-like redness. It has 500 times the vitamin c of oranges and more beta carotene than carrots. A Man named Li Quin Uyen supposedly lived from 1678 to 1930 – that’s 252 years -- he apparently consumed the berries daily. The Goji Berry, used in traditional Mogolian and Tibetan medicine for centuries is used in Murad’s products as an anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory agent and hydrator. More info, (800) 33 MURAD or www.murad.com.

In other Murad news, he appeared on ABC’s “The View” discussing the issue of blemishes in teens. He designed a program for a group of teens that included his Clarifying Cleanser, Moisturizing Acne Treatment Gel, Clarifying Mask, Pure Skin Clarifying Supplement, West Suit Cell Hydrating Supplement, and Skin Perfecting Lotion.

Still more Murad…Murad products were featured prominently when “Queer Eye for the Straight Guy” made over their first Gay guy, in June. Queer Eye’s Kyan Douglas suggested Wayne (the makeover) use Murad Hydrating Sunscreen SPF 15, Murad Claifying Mask, and Murad Pure Skin Clarifying Supplement.

Back Pain?: Join the club – some 80% or 65 million Americans suffer from it. LPG, the world leader in connective tissue treatments, have developed the Spine Force system, which is a new way for therapists to work with patients. Developed for more than six years in France, they consulted with kinesiotherapists, osteopaths, physiotherapists, chiropractors, biomechanics and physical trainers. The customized technology works up to 180 muscles at a time and targets the Intrinsic Stabilizer Muscles , responsible for overall spinal health and often difficult to reach for doctors and therapists. Users noted an improvement in range of motion, balance, strength, posture, cessation of pain.

Sponge It Up: This sounds fun: Spongeables, a soap-infused sponge with bright colors and fragrances (like Citrus Basil, Lemon Berry and Sun-Kissed Fig) and an exfoliating texture. The sponge holds an olive oil-and glycerine based soap. Each lasts for 30 showers.

Brush-On Sun Protection: Sunforgettable is Colorscience’s nanotechnology, SPF 30, brush-on powder sun protection and relies on micornized titanium dioxide and zinc oxide. One application lasts all day. Sunforgettable is already a favorite of Brittany Murphy, Natasha Richardson and Daryl Hannah. Retails for $45. For nearest retailer, go to www.colorscience.com or call (866) COLORE.

Predicting Hair Trends: One of the best hairstylists around, Stuart Gavert (he does the locks of Christina Applegate and Lisa Kudrow), and his equally cool partner, Cody Kusakabe (Brooke Shields and Keanu Reeves) offer up what they think will be the hottest look for fall and winter. Kusakabe says that the “sexy and disheveled” will be sexy, but less disheveled. Achieve waves by setting hair in pin curls or using a wide-barreled curling iron. Take hair down, tousle and tease a bit at rooms. Bangs will no longer be long and heavy, but wispy and side-swept, sexy and playful. No more slick up-dos, either. It’s about the “un-do” as hair accessories accent tousled, voluminous hair. Gavert’s color report suggests summer blondes turn into winter blondette by adding muted gold or smoky champagne highlights. Brunettes should add soft, muted reds. Chunky, disconnected highlights flatter the hot voluminous hair look. Less color in the bangs and more color throughout the back complements randomly placed highlights. Gavert Atilier is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visit www.beautyexotica.com or call (310) 858-7898.

Functional Art: Umbra’s Ensalada Bowl was awarded IDEA’s Gold Award in the category of consumer products by a jurly of 17 non-affiliated designers juding more than 1500 submissions from more than 25 countries. Ensalada was designed by Scott Henderson of Mint Inc. in NY.

Speaking of Umbra, they have these great Phatboy Pens featured in their Fall 2004 catalogue that come in blue, green, orange and pink and come in a case. Very cool.

Post-Summer Glow: Avia Spa’s C Glow Spritz protects skin against environmental damage and is made from natural extracts, amino acids and is fortified with Vitamin C. Avia says it will restore elasticity and pliability by providing protection against free radicals which lead to premature skin aging. For more info, www.aviaspa.com

Poco Drummer Collapses: Poco Drummer George Grantham Has Heart Attack Onstage One Song Into Spingfield, Mass. Set, Founding Country Rocker Collapses Springfield, Massachusetts: One song into their Springfield Summer Concerts Series performance, Poco drummer George Grantham collapses and was rushed to Bay State Hospital. While the founding member underwent surgery to relieve pressure, the rest of the band -- who would have been unable to have access to the rock solid drummer -- continued the show acoustically.

At this time, Grantham is in stable condition and on a ventilator as a precautionary measure.

Poco was one of the defining band's of the Southern California country-rock movement that also included the Eagles, Buffalo Springfield, Linda Ronstadt and Jackson Browne. Having sold millions of albums, including Legend and In The Heat of the Night, the lush harmony-driven group has just finished taping a reunion concert at Nashville's Belcourt Theatre for an upcoming DVD release.

At this time, Grantham -- who's also recorded and/or toured with Neil Young, Steve Wariner and Ricky Skaggs -- has a solid prognosis. Updates on his condition can be found on the band's website: www.poconut.com

Who’s Wearing What: Sharon Stone made a splash at the London premiere of Catwoman in a dress and fur stole from Elsie Katz Couture. She wore a vintage teal chiffon flapper dress with intricate white and silver beading from the Elsie Katz Couture vintage collection. She topped off her one-of-a-kind dress with a white fox fur stole, made especially for her, with white velvet lining, white satin ribbon tie and two vintage French paper rinuncula flowers.

Elsie Katz Couture, designed by Donna Baxter, features vintage-inspired feminine and whimsical designs made out of luxurious fabrics in bold colors. Baxter named the collection after her grandmother, Elsie Katz, who believed in pink marabou boas and sparkly tiaras for everyday. Elsie Katz Couture is one of Sharon’s favorite designers. She has worn Baxter’s designs on several occasions including the recent MTV Movie Awards, the First Annual Style Awards and at yesterday’s Catwoman press conference. Sharon’s not the only celebrity fan – other well-known Elsie Katz Couture fans include Famke Janssen and Paris Hilton.

Cheryl Hines, Emmy nominated star of Curb Your Enthusiasm, strolled down the red carpet at the Los Angeles premiere of Collateral in a jacket by Toronto-based designer Sunny Choi. Hines wore a pink ribbon tweed jacket accented with a white satin bow and fringe trim.

Squad Five-O: Guitar rockers Squad Five-0 will play L.A.'s Troubadour on Saturday, August 14, 2004

"Late News Breaking," the band's major label debut is out now. The album’s produced by Matt Wallace (Replacements/Faith No More).

SQUAD FIVE-0
Saturday, August 14th
Troubadour
9081 Santa Monica Blvd.
310.247.4896
tickets $10 adv/dos
8pm doors/9pm show
all ages

New Shoe Line: DETNY by Shane & Shawn, a brand new casual footwear company that launched last fall in 2003 created such a buzz that Nordstrom took notice - placing an order for the line, only after the company's second season. Selling through in 120 doors nationwide and increasing their sales volume by 500% for spring, the identical twin brothers, Shane & Shawn Ward, anticipate that their Spring/ Summer 2005 collection will be a favorite among retailers. DETNY will introduce its new men's sandals and fine-tuned silhouettes along with a women's collection of fashionable heels for the first time at the WSA Trade Show, August 5 - 8, 2004 in Suite 5103 at the Venetian, located at 3355 Las Vegas Blvd South.

For their Spring/ Summer 2005 collection, DETNY will be adding 20 new skus each to their men & women's collection. From an updated Mary Jane to an introduction of high heels in the women's collection to a classic European inspired men's sandal, the DETNY Spring/ Summer 2005 collection is rich in soft leathers and suedes from Italy, boasting a color palette of warm caramels, maroon, and traditional black to the vibrant colors of lime, yellow, blues, reds and pinks in all various textured finishes. Unit prices range from $120 - $150 retail. <>They’ve been featured in Vibe Magazine's 10th Anniversary issue as one of the few selected top designers in the fashion industry, and in Footwear News as one of the Top 30 to Watch.

Lil Jon Parties: WHO: The King of Crunk, hip-hop artist/producer LIL JON, who brought the crunk style of hip-hop to the mainstream with his platinum album Kings of Crunk (TVT), featuring the hit single “Get Low.” Since Dave Chappelle parodied him on his wildly successful show, Lil Jon has become known world wide for his growling, shouted hooks. He has also become the most sought after producer after the success of Usher’s #1 single, “Yeah!” and will soon be producing artists as diverse as Korn, Paris Hilton, Fantasia, and Ice Cube.

WHAT: Lil Jon will throw an exclusive party celebrating the national distribution of his popular energy drink, CRUNK!!! and his own line of limited edition sunglasses through OAKLEY EYEWEAR. Lil Jon is rarely seen without his signature sunglasses, and is always seen with his signature Pimp Chalice, filled with his CRUNK!!! energy drink. The party will feature an open bar and hors d’oeurves.

ISSAK TOUR: Capitol Recording Artist Aslyn Opens For Chris Isaak This Summer. Lemon Love, Aslyn's Debut Album, Scheduled For Release In January 2005

Capitol recording artist Aslyn has been invited to open for Chris Isaak on the West Coast leg of his summer tour. Lemon Love, the Atlanta, Georgia-based singer-songwriter's debut album, will be released on January 25, 2005. It was produced by Guy Chambers (Robbie Williams, Jewel) And Eric Valentine (SmashMouth, Third Eye Blind, Queens of the Stone Age).

Raised outside Gainesville, Florida, Aslyn began studying classical piano when she was seven. Throughout her school years, she played anywhere she could - in talent contests, at weddings, at church. After graduation, Aslyn was faced with the decision that would eventually bring her to a new

Phase in her musical journey. She could use her savings to buy a cheap car, or leave home in pursuit of something more. Aslyn left for Atlanta, where she gigged around town and crashed on friends' couches. (Eventually she did acquire a clunker of a car, which became an unusual metaphor for her love life, inspiring the album's title track, "Lemon Love.")

Capitol offered her a deal on the spot and, sensing it was a good match, she canceled all her other appointments and signed on. Soon after, she began recording with Guy Chambers. "I brought up Guy's name because I was moved by the work he had done with Robbie Williams," she says.

"He has a strong song-oriented perspective with an English twist." She recorded eight tracks with Chambers and the remaining four with renowned LA-based producer, Eric Valentine.

CHRIS ISAAK/ASLYN TOUR DATES
8/3, 4 Seattle, WA Summer Nights at the Pier 62- 63 <>

8/5 Portland, OR Arlene Schnitzer Concert
Auditorium

8/7 - 10 Saratoga, CA Historic Mountain Winery

8/12, 13 San Diego, CA Humphrey's Concerts by the Bay

8/18 Modesto, CA Downtown Rocks

8/20 Stateline, NV Harvey's Amphitheatre

8/21 Kelseyville, CA Konocti Field Amphitheatre

8/25, 26 Long Beach, CA The Vault

8/27 Phoenix, AZ Celebrity Theater

8/28 Las Vegas, NV House of Blues

Finally! Munsters on DVD!: Universal Studios Home Video Announces The Munsters − The Complete First Season Still Scaring Up Laughs After 40 Years. The First Ever Dvd Includes Never-Before-Seen Pilot Episode And more than Sixteen Hours of fun : available August 24, 2004. Just in time for the show's 40th anniversary, THE MUNSTERS, comes to DVD for the first time. A timeless, one-of-a-kind phenomenon, this quirky comedy series has entertained TV audiences of all ages for four decades. The show chronicles the adventures of Herman, Lily, Eddie, Grandpa and Marilyn Munster, continues to gain new fans on cable's TV Land. This three-disc, double-sided set includes all 38 episodes of the classic 1964-1965 season plus a never-aired 14-minute pilot in color used to pitch the series to the network. The Musters - The Complete First Season is priced at $59.98 SRP.

Synopsis
In a spooky house at 1313 Mockingbird Lane in Mockingbird Heights live the Munsters, a family whose members bear a striking resemblance to monsters − with the notable exception of daughter Marilyn, whose wholesome beauty they see as a disfigurement. Decent and loving, they can't understand why the outside world reacts to them with shock and horror. Starring Fred Gwynne, Butch Patrick, Yvonne DeCarlo, Al Lewis, Beverley Owen (Marilyn Munster Episodes 1-13) and Pat Priest (Marilyn Munster Episodes 14+). From the creators of "Leave it to Beaver."

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

DVD
Street Date: August 24, 2004
Rating: Not Rated
Suggested Retail Price: $59.98
DVD Selection Number: 25738
Running Time: 16 Hours and 6 Minutes
Number of Layers: Dual (Double-Sided)
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1 (Full-Screen)
Technical Info: English Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono/Captioned; French and Spanish Subtitles

You Go, Al!: Al Franken has signed a deal with the Sundance TV channel to bring his Air America radio show to cable TV. On Sept. 7, 2004, Sundance will broadcast one hour of highlights from Franken's three-hour weekly show, "The Al Franken Show," three times in the 24 hours after the radio show is aired -- at least through the presidential election in November, and possibly beyond. No word on how the video element will be handled. (Reuters)

Travis Gets New Series: Home & Garden Television (aka HGTV) and decorating expert Debbie Travis have expanded their relationship with the addition of another series to the network. Debbie Travis' Painted House makes its HGTV debut August 13, 2004 and will air on Fridays at 8 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Initially inspired by Travis’ real life experiences decorating her clients’ homes, the show raises home decorating to a new level of entertainment by combining part how-to, part travelogue, part confessional and part soap opera, all infused with Travis¹ quick wit and good humor.

Known as the “Queen of Renovation,” Travis began her relationship with HGTV when Debbie Travis’ Facelift premiered on the network in January 2004. She has appeared on the Oprah Winfrey Show as well as Live with Regis and Kelly several times. Her television career began in 1995, when Debbie Travis’ Painted House premiered in Canada. Earlier episodes of both series began airing on cable in the US in 2002.

Looking Good: Cosmetic Dermatologist, David Bank, M.D.’s book, Beautiful Skin: Every Woman’s Guide to Looking Her Best at Any Age, gives important information on how to fight acne, wrinkles, sun damage, rosacea; what to do about broken blood vessels, stretch marks, spider veins, unwanted hair; the truth about vitamin C, AHAs, collagen, lasers, liposuction, facelifts, and more. has been a Diplomate of the American Academy of Dermatology since 1989. A graduate of Yale University and the Columbia College of Physicians and is frequently quoted as a national beauty resource on the “Today Show, and the FOX News Channel.

Apprentice Sighting: Saturday night, “Apprentice” winner, Bill Rancic dined at SUSHISAMBA rio in Chicago, Illinois, with a group of six friends (just friends, as the saying goes. Halfway through the meal, two bottles of Veuve Clicquot were sent to the table. The server informed Bill the bottles were courtesy of a group of nearby female admirers. Bill smiled and waved to thank the love-struck ladies. Bill remarked jokingly "Someone's trying to get us drunk!" After dinner, Bill and friends retired to the gorgeous, newly opened Rooftop lounge, and invited the party of admirers to join him. They all stayed until SUSHISAMBA rio closed down.

Minogue on DVD: Kylie Minogue: Body Language Live DVD To Be Released In U.S. On September 7 , 2004 Includes Full Live London Apollo Concert As Well As Candid Interviews, Intimate Backstage Documentary And Three Music Videos

In November 2003, Australian pop princess Kylie Minogue staged a one-off performance at London's Hammersmith Apollo to launch her current album, Body Language. She offered up a selection of songs spanning her last three albums (and a few surprises).

The show, entitled "Money Can't Buy," cost more than a million pounds to stage just for the one night and involved months of preparation.

Now the show and the film shot around it will be released on DVD as Kylie Minogue: Body Language Live in the U.S. on September 7, 2004. The DVD features the full performance in surround sound, previously unseen rehearsal footage, a behind-the-scenes documentary, an exclusive interview with Kylie, a photo gallery and promo videos for Body Language tracks "Slow," "Red Blooded Woman" and "Chocolate."

This London show was one of Kylie's most intimate in recent memory. The last time she played the Hammersmith Apollo in 2001 she sold out seven consecutive nights. And her most recent London shows found her selling out four nights at Wembley Arena as part of her Fever Tour, which saw her play to over 250,000 people, smashing box office records in cities across the U.K.

Among other spectacles, the "Money Can't Buy" performance featured extravagant props and lighting, a spectacular Eiffel Tower sequence, Kylie astride a vintage motorcycle and a dazzling display of outfits from Helmut Lang, Chanel and Pucci.

KYLIE MINOGUE: BODY LANGUAGE LIVE DVD:

1. Still Standing
2. Red Blooded Woman
3. On a Night Like This
4. Breathe/Je T'aime
5. After Dark
6. Chocolate
7. Can't Get You Out of My Head
8. Slow
9. Obsession
10. In Your Eyes
11. Secret
12. Take You Home
13. Spinning Around
14. Love at First Sight

Sweetnam’s Debut Due: After opening for Britney Spears on the highly successful "OnyxHotel Tour" in the U.S. and Europe this spring, 16-year old Capitol recording artist Skye Sweetnam is poised to launch the release of her debut album, Noise From The Basement, on September 21, 2004.

"Tangled Up In Me" is the sassy first single from the album. The track has already been added to dozens of Top 40 radio stations across the country, including major stations like KISS108 in Boston and KHTS in San Diego the very first week. The companion video to "Tangled Up In Me," directed by Phil Harder, is Being serviced to video outlets this week. Skye has been invited to perform at the fourth annual Pantene Pro-Voice Concert at Hammerstein Ballroom in New York on Thursday, August 5th.

Skye will open the show and will be followed by Paulino Rubio, Fefe Dobson and Ashanti, in addition to a performance by the winner of the Pantene Pro-Voice music competition.

Life Laundry: Are you drowning under a sea of clutter from a lifetime of hording family memorabilia? Struggling to maintain order in a chaotic family house? Then BBC AMERICA can help with an all-new season of the life-changing program that shows just how liberating it can be to let go of the physical and emotional clutter in your homes. The Life Laundry premieres Saturdays from September 4, 2004 at 9:30 p.m. ET/PT.

A lesson in 'interior dieting,' The Life Laundry is more than just a makeover show; the program frees its subjects from the psychological baggage associated with clinging on to decades of junk. Working not only to clear the clutter from someone's home, it also unearths the emotional and psychological issues that lie at the heart of hording clutter.

Each episode sees the entire contents of someone's home emptied out onto their front lawn and divided into three piles: one will end up destroyed, one will be sold in a yard sale, and the remainder will be allowed back into the de-cluttered home the contributors have been dreaming of. With specialist advice from storage expert Dawna Walter and antiques dealer Mark Franks, The Life Laundry attempts to transform people's lives by getting them to ditch their junk and reveal the treasure that lies beneath.

As every item from the house is removed, the tension begins to mount. What will stay and what will go? Emotional ties are the most difficult to break: the prized possessions left by the loss of a loved one, those birthday cards received over the last 30 years, the Levi jeans that will never fit, the heavy-metal LPs that are never played. A trip down memory lane is one thing, but what do these ties to the past really say about a person?

With the help of Dawna, the dream of streamlined living is accomplished by a complete overhaul of the interior design of the house, based around a strict selection of possessions. While Mark is at hand to make sure that any family heirlooms don't accidentally end up in the 'destroy' pile and to spot any potential 'collectibles'. <>

Who will be persuaded to get rid of the most junk? Who will be able to part with that worthless memorabilia they had been clinging onto for so many years? The success of the re-design of the house depends on how far the contributors face up to the emotional ties that link them to their clutter. If they follow the rules, they could find themselves with a living space that will really improve their lives.

<>This season, the team bring order to a central London home squeezed by an owners hording of memorabilia from a career in broadcasting. Help is also at hand for one young woman too guilty to rid an inherited home of her godmother's possessions. And order is imposed on the home of a former BBC DJ, who is drowning under decades worth of music paraphernalia, board games and comics of every description. <> <>

New Location, Location, Location: An all-new season of Location, Location, Location premieres - BBC AMERICA has set the pace with ground-breaking lifestyle shows that have blazed a trail with inspirational ideas for home, garden and wardrobe makeover.

<>Now, the network is on a mission to equip homeowners with top-tips and must-know guidelines as they navigate the pitfalls of the real estate market in search of the perfect home. An all-new season of Location, Location, Location premieres Saturdays from September 4, 2004 at 10 p.m. ET/PT.

<>Each week Kirstie Allsopp and Phil Spencer, take up the challenge to help homebuyers find the best home for the best price in just four days. Armed with a budget and their expert knowledge of the market, our property professionals get to know the lifestyles, likes and dislikes of a new couple in a new location. <>The dynamic property duo know where to look, how to spot structural problems and how much money to offer to secure the deal. From scouring the market for the perfect house to making the final offer, Kirstie and Phil are on a crusade to help homebuyers find the best buy for their buck. <>

As professional real estate agents, Kirstie and Phil have expert knowledge to impart to help home owners understand an industry which they often feel is weighted against them. As Phil says: "I realized that there was a real bias in the property system - it was fixed to help the seller, not the buyer. You can find wonderful places or very average places at every level of the price bracket."

Indie Films: RES invites guests to their monthly series showcasing brand new music videos, short films and motion graphics. This month they're presenting mini-retrospectives of the work of four of the 15 "Art of Speed" filmmakers.

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"Art of Speed" filmmakers - Stefan Nadelman, Honest, Saiman Chow + Han Lee, and KDLAB - will be in Los Angeles for a special presentation of their work. Each filmmaker will showcase a series of films leading up to their "Art of Speed" project. The evening will also feature new short films and music videos, including the latest from RJD2, !!!, Wagonchrist, and Beta Band, and LA-based Logan will present the director's cut of their Felix Da Housecat video "Rocket Ride."

Immediately following the screening, there's a courtyard after party with a live A/V performance from TINO CORP. (Ben Stokes and Meat Beat Manifesto's Jack Dangers) who will remix the 15 AoS films. Complimentary food and drinks courtesy of Nike Lab, Red Stripe and Izze. Tuesday August 17th, 8:00 p.m.

Egyptian Theatre
6712 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood
$10

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Who’s Wearing What: l Erika Christensen, who will star in the upcoming The Upside of Anger with Kevin Costner, will wear a Monique Lhuillier outfit to the Collateral premiere tonight. She’ll wear a navy satin halter top with lace trim and classic cream tuxedo pants. To top off her look, she’ll carry a navy clutch and intricate crystal bracelet from Daniel Swarovski Paris and a pair of navy crystal drop earrings from Swarovski.

Laurent D. and Prive arts did all of the hair at the Juicy Couture swimsuit launch this weekend, which featured top celebs including Kate Beckinsale, Robin Tunney, David Schwimmer, Lara Flynn Boyle, Cheri Oteri, Fergie of the Black Eyed Peas, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Maria Menunous (who brought her parents as her “dates”), Selma Blair, Molly Sims, Tony Kanal, Kimberly Stewart, Constance Marie, Samaire Armstrong, Emile Hirsch and Ali Landry and Constance Marie.

The Music to Play L.A.: The Music will be playing in Los Angeles on Monday, August 16, 2004 at The Troubadour on their return from Japan where they will be playing at The Summer Sonic festival. The Music's second US release, "Welcome to The North," will be released on October 19, 2004.

Lynn in Country BioPic: Capitol recording artist and Grammy winner Shelby Lynne is set to make her film debut in Walk The Line, a major motion picture based on the life of Johnny Cash. The Fox Searchlight film starring Reese Witherspoon and Joaquin Phoenix and directed by James Mangold (Girl, Interrupted) is currently filming in Memphis. Lynne has been tapped to play Cash's mother. <>

After she wraps shooting in Memphis, Shelby will play a few select dates. She has also been asked to perform with her mentor George Jones when he tapes a "Soundstage" episode for PBS this September. Shelby's own "Soundstage" performance, paired with a Counting Crows segment, will air on PBS on Thursday, August 26, 2004 (check local listings for time). <>

On September 24, 2004, Lynne will appear with Tony Joe White at the Americana Honors & Awards in Nashville. The pair will perform "Can't Go Back Home," a song they co-wrote for White's upcoming album. The event will conclude the Americana Music Association Conference. <>

Shelby Lynne has started work in a Los Angeles studio with producer John Porter (Elvis Costello, Ryan Adams, The Smiths, Roxy Music) on the follow up to last year's Identity Crisis. The album will be released next year and features such well-respected players as Mickey Raphael (Willie Nelson) on harmonica and Michael Ward (The Wallflowers) on guitar. <>

Shelby Lynne's upcoming dates include:

8/7 Chicago, IL Northalsted Market Days (headlining)

8/22 Allegheney, PA Hartwood Amphitheatre (headlining)

9/12 Hollywood, CA Hollywood Bowl (with Lyle Lovett)

9/19 Austin, TX Austin City Limits Music Festival

For more information on SHELBY LYNNE, visit www.shelbylynne.com

Entourge Marathon: You can catch up on HBO's new comedy series "Entourage" this Friday, August 6, 2004, when HBO presents the first two episodes of the series back-to-back 10 p.m. , while the third episode can be seen at midnight that same evening, immediately following a new edition of "Real Time with Bill Maher."

The fourth episode of "Entourage" debuts next Sunday, August 8, 2004 at 10 p.m.

Vanguard Cinema: CINEMAX presents the exclusive "Vanguard" debt of "Thirteen" this Thursday, August 5, 2004 at 8:15 p.m. (ET). Oscar(r) nominee Holly Hunter, Evan Rachel Wood, Nikki Reed and Jeremy Sisto star in this acclaimed,

Harrowing tale of adolescence and rebellion, which tells the story of the teenage daughter of a single mother who gets mixed up with the wrong crowd in an attempt to become popular.

Also note, CINEMAX presents the exclusive "See It Saturday" debut of the unrated version of "American Wedding" this Saturday, August 7, 2004 at 10:30 p.m.(ET). After three crazy years of dating, Jim (Jason Biggs) decides to marry his "band camp" sweetheart (Alyson Hannigan). Seann William Scott and Eugene Levy co-star in this raucously funny conclusion to the "American Pie" series, featuring extended scenes not available in theaters. In addition, this premiere is part of an "Ultimate Double Feature" with sister channel HBO, with "Seabiscuit" premiering on HBO at 8 p.m., followed by the premiere of AMERICAN WEDDING on CINEMAX at 10:30 p.m. Other playdates for AMERICAN WEDDING: Aug. 9 (8:00 p.m.), 11 (10:00 p.m.), 15 (12:15 a.m.), 19 (10:00 p.m.), 24 (8:15 p.m.) and 29 (10:00 p.m.).

From the Earth to the Moon on TNT: TNT airs HBO Miniseries "From the Earth to the Moon" in October

Episodes 1 & 2: Friday, Oct. 1 9-11:30 p.m. (ET/PT)
Episodes 3-7: Saturday, Oct. 2 5-11 p.m. (ET/PT)
Episodes 1-12 Marathon: Sunday, Oct. 3 9 a.m.-11 p.m. (ET/PT)
Episodes 8-12: Saturday, Oct. 9 8 a.m.-2 p.m. (ET/PT)

Turner Network Television (TNT) is shooting for the stars this October, when the network presents the commercial television debut of one of the most honored miniseries of all time: the HBO original production FROM THE EARTH TO THE MOON, it was announced by Ken Schwab, senior vice president of programming for TNT and TBS. This production from executive producer Tom Hanks tracks the history of the Apollo program, which resulted in the first human setting foot on the moon. The groundbreaking miniseries, produced by Brian Grazer, Ron Howard and Michael Bostik, with Graham Yost and John Melfi co-producing, will kick off Friday, Oct. 1, at 9 p.m. (ET/PT) and climax with an all-day marathon of all 12 episodes Sunday, Oct. 3.

"FROM THE EARTH TO THE MOON set a new standard for television miniseries, thanks to its unprecedented quality of production, writing, directing and cast," said Schwab. "It set the stage for how many miniseries are being produced today, including TNT's own upcoming Into the West, executive produced by Steven Spielberg, set to premiere next year. We are proud to be able to present this landmark production."

Originally telecast on HBO in 1998, FROM THE EARTH TO THE MOON was produced with the complete participation of NASA, including the use of NASA equipment, launch locations and spacecraft. The miniseries was nominated for 17 Emmys, winning the top prize for Outstanding Minseries. It also won the Golden Globe and Golden Satellite Awards for Best Miniseries, as well as awards from the Broadcast Film Critics Association and the Television Critics Association.

<>The following is a complete rundown of all 12 episodes of FROM THE EARTH TO THE MOON:

Part 1-Can We Do This?: The Mercury and Gemini programs pave the way for the Apollo program. David Andrews, Tim Daly, Dan Lauria, Ted Levine, Stephen Root and Lane Smith star, with Tom Hanks directing.

Part 2-Apollo 1: A tragic fire and subsequent finger-pointing nearly lead to an early end for the Apollo program. Kevin Pollak and James Rebhorn star, with David Frankel directing.

Part 3-We Have Cleared the Tower: The intense preparation for Apollo 7 gets underway. Mark Harmon stars, with Lili Fini Zanuck directing.

Part 4-1968: The story of Apollo 8 is put into the historical context of the uneasy events of the era. Rita Wilson stars, with David Frankel directing.

Part 5-Spider: The story of the LEMs for Apollos 9 and 10 is told from the perspective of the engineers, designers, builders and testers. Matt Craven stars, with Graham Yost directing.

Part 6-Mare Tranquilitatis: The deeper considerations of the historic Apollo 11 moon landing are explored. Frank Marshall directs.

 Part 7-That's All There Is: As Apollo 12 gets off the ground, the camaraderie of the team makes it one of the most successful missions. Dave Foley, Paul McCrane and Lane Smith star, with Jon Turteltaub directing.

Part 8-We Interrupt This Program: The seemingly indifferent media is galvanized when a disaster occurs aboard Apollo 13. Jay Mohr stars, with David Frankel directing.

Part 9-For Miles and Miles: Alan Shepherd returns to the manned program after being grounded for years. Gary Fleder directs.

Part 10-Galileo Was Right: The Apollo 15 astronauts are put through the grinder as they train in lunar field geology. David Carson directs.

Part 11-The Original Wives Club: The story of the New Nine is told from the perspective of their wives. Elizabeth Perkins stars, with Sally Field directing.

Part 12-Le Voyage Dans La Lune: Georges Melies' cinematic vision of making a movie about a trip to the moon in 1902 is juxtaposed with the story of Apollo 17 and the end of the Apollo program. Jonathan Mostow directs.

Da Ali G in August: "Da Ali G Show" in August (if you haven't seen this show yet, you really have to check it out).

Edition #9: "Peace"

Debut date: SUNDAY, AUG. 1 (10:30-11:00 p.m. ET)

Other HBO playdates: Aug. 4 (10:30 p.m.), 5 (midnight) and 6 (2:45

a.m.)

HBO2 playdates: Aug. 2 (11:00 p.m.) and 3 (9:00 p.m.)

In New York to sell book ideas to high-profile publishers and

agents, Ali G pitches the following would-be bestsellers: "A Kiss on

the Lips," a vibrating book designed to stimulate the mind and more; "The

Lord of the Rings," an adaptation of the hit films; an Ali G "autobiography"

Of President Bush; and more. Bruno chats with fashion guru Leon Hall

About which celebrities should be kept "in the ghetto" or sent on a "train to

Auschwitz"; later, Bruno and "fashion police" James Campbell and Randy

McLaughlin rate the attire of such Hollywood notables as Renee

Zellweger, Peter Jackson and Paris Hilton. Ali G interviews U.S. Olympic

President (and former swimming star) John Nabor about the upcoming games in

Greece, pondering why there isn't an Olympic competition for world-record

Events like Tallest Man or Longest Moustache. Borat travels to Nashville and

Tucson to "learn to be country star." There, he demonstrates a Kazakhstan

line dance to willing square dancers, gets songwriting inspiration from

country-music legend Porter Wagoner, and tests out a liberating new

tune at a local lounge.

Edition #10: "Realize"

Debut date: SUNDAY, AUG. 8 (10:30-11:00 p.m.)

Other HBO playdates: Aug. 11 (10:30 p.m.), 12 (midnight) and 13

(2:40 a.m.)

HBO2 playdates: Aug. 9 (11:00 p.m.) and 10 (9:00 p.m.)

Ali G ponders issues of security - from airports to dogs to trains

to green cards - with James Ziglar, former commissioner of the

Immigration and Naturalization Service. On the road to sample some of America's

favorite hobbies, Borat wrestles with a self-defense expert, makes

music with a yoga teacher, and sniffs up members of a new-age dance class.

Ali G chats with former EPA administrator Christie Whitman about solar energy

And dirty water, then pays a visit to some earth-minded protestors perched

In the redwoods. In Miami, Bruno discusses the future of clubbing with

Nerve Lounge owner James Butler, and plays bouncer at a South Beach hot spot.

Finally, Ali G moderates a expert panel discussion on animal rights,

focusing on kitchen experiments, fur coats, P. Diddy, horse sex and

more.

Edition #11: "Jah"

Debut date: SUNDAY, AUG. 15 (10:30-11:00 p.m.)

Other HBO playdates: Aug. 18 (10:30 p.m.), 19 (midnight) and 20

(2:35 a.m.)

HBO2 playdates: Aug. 16 (11:00 p.m.) and 17 (9:00 p.m.)

Ali G muses about Moses and the U.S. Constitution with

historian/author/"hair stylist" Gore Vidal, then visits Mt. Vernon, the

home of Washington (but Denzel isn't home). Borat goes house-shopping with

a realtor, asking essential buyer's questions about integration, burial

sites, padded cells and bathroom soundproofing. Ali G explores safe-sex

issues via a genitalia model with sex educator Sally Epstein. Bruno falls hard

for a barn dancer in Georgia, but is devastated to find his obsession

ultimately unrequited. Ali G conducts a panel on medical ethics with several

renowned experts, pressing his guests on issues of cloning (why not clone Carmen

Electra?), euthanasia (vs. "youth in Asia") and plastic surgery.

Edition #12: "Realness"

Debut date: SUNDAY, AUG. 22 (10:30-11:00 p.m.)

Other HBO playdates: Aug. 25 (10:30 p.m.), 26 (midnight) and 27

(2:40 a.m.)

HBO2 playdates: Aug. 23 (11:00 p.m.) and 24 (9:00 p.m.)

Ali G gets relationship advice from John Gray, author of "Men Are

from Mars, Women Are from Venus." Excited to discuss reproductive

rights with a lesbian couple, Ali G then attends a pro-choice march in

Washington, where he questions pro-lifers about their beliefs. Borat goes

job-hunting, learning about American work ethics from various employment agencies.

Ali G talks money with former presidential economics advisor Charles

Schultze, who gives stock market advice ("Don't be high when you're buying and

selling"). Bruno gets wrestling lessons from a college team on spring break in

Daytona Beach. And finally, Ali G gets some grammar tips from "60 Minutes"

Pundit Andy Rooney.

DA ALI G SHOW is created by Sacha Baron Cohen; performed by Sacha

Baron Cohen; executive producers, Sacha Baron Cohen, Dan Mazer and

Peter Fincham; writers, Sacha Baron Cohen, Ant Hines, Dan Mazer, James Bobin,

Jamie Glassman, Jeff Stilson, Richard Dahm and Seth Rogen & Evan

Goldberg; series director, James Bobin; supervising producer, Jeff Stilson;

producer, Erin O'Malley.

Dan Band Back in L.A. : the dan band

friday august 6th
avalon
1735 n. vine

8:30 show/doors at 7:30

for tickets email thedanband@avalonhollywood.com

www.thedanband.com

Extreme Pie: This month, the $7.99 pie at Marie Callendar’s is the Extreme Lemon Pie (featuring double the lemon filling, with an extra layer of vanilla cream, topped with meringue).

Carla Bruni at Barnes : Music and book retail chain Barnes and Noble chose European pop sensation Carla Bruni's release Quelqu'un m'a dit (Somebody Told Me) for their "Recommends" campaign. Barnes and Noble will become the sole retailer of Bruni's French language album as they help to introduce her to the American public.

She’s stuck a major cord in Europe selling more than one million records in France alone. She also went gold in Spain, Germany and Portugal and Platinum in Switzerland.

Ten of the 12 tracks on this acoustically driven album were composed or co-written by Bruni, a lyricist and guitarist.

Travel Channel Shows The Super Hero NYC: Since the 1930’s, when comic Super Heroes™ first made a big splash in the pages of American pop culture, New York City has been the home of comics and their creators. MARVEL SUPER HEROES’™ GUIDE TO NEW YORK CITY follows the thrilling exploits of Spider-Man, Captain America, The Fantastic Four and their other comic book cohorts as they continually rescue The Big Apple from destruction while revealing the real-life New York landmarks that inspired their stories.
Viewers will hear from Stan Lee, co-creator of Spider-Man, Roy Thomas, Former Editor-in-Chief of Marvel Comics, a father-son illustrating team and other comic book authors, screenwriters and illustrators about the magnificent Super Hero™ environment that has glossed the pages of comic books since their creation.

And later, the artists will discuss how the tragedies of September 11 forever changed New York City’s towering landscape and what actions the comic book industry took to pay tribute to the real heroes of 9/11. MARVEL SUPER HEROES’™ GUIDE TO NEW YORK CITY Premieres Sunday, August 15, 2004 at 8 p.m.