http://www.wibc.com/blogs/entertainment/home.aspxAlex Brown has the latest news rumors from the world of entertainment.en-usCopyright 2012, WIBC-FMSat, 25 May 2013 20:38:01 GMTFri, 08 Jun 2012 20:24:07 GMT1http://emmisinteractive.comThe annual Labor Day weekend tradition is back with some big names this year. The 17th annual Rib America Festival not only features some of the best BBQ the country has to offer but also some of the best music as well.  This year will be no different. Some of the headliners through the four-day event include George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic, moe., Tesla, Night Ranger, Cheap Trick, Eddie Money and others. A hometown favorite will also be performing.  The Hunter Smith Band will be one of the performers on Sunday, September 2nd.  Hunter Smith is a former punter for the Indianapolis Colts and was with the team when they won their Super Bowl championship in 2007. Tickets for all four days go on sale tomorrow (Saturday, June 9) at Ticketmaster. Follow me on Twitter:  @WIBC_AlexBrown (pictured:  George Clinton, Cheap Trick, Eddie Money)http://www.wibc.com/blogs/entertainment/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10391814alex@wibc.com (Alex Brown)http://www.wibc.com/blogs/entertainment/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10391814Fri, 08 Jun 2012 20:24:07 GMTAs a huge fan of the James Bond series, I wasn't too surprised to hear that other Bond fans were very upset at the news that James Bond would be drinking Heineken in the new film Skyfall, set to open in November.  This blatant product placement was an outrage to die-hard Bond fans despite the fact that Daniel Craig's last two Bond films were filled with other types of product placement.  Maybe they just want their Bond to stick to drinking martinis (even though he drank beer in Quantum of Solace). Because of this outrage, Bond himself spoke up about the sponsorship in an interview with Moviefone. "We have relationships with a number of companies so that we can make this movie. The simple fact is that, without them, we couldn’t do it. It’s unfortunate but that’s how it is," Craig said. "This movie costs a lot of money to make, ...http://www.wibc.com/blogs/entertainment/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10372532alex@wibc.com (Alex Brown)http://www.wibc.com/blogs/entertainment/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10372532Wed, 18 Apr 2012 20:07:44 GMTAward-winning country music star Miranda Lambert has announced that 100% of the proceeds from remaining ticket sales for her March 24 concert in Louisville, Kentucky will be donated to the American Red Cross to help with tornado relief efforts. TasteOfCountry.com reports all of the profits from the show will aid relief efforts in Kentucky and southern Indiana, both devastated by the tornadoes from March 2. The show at the KFC Yum! Center will also be more affordable for fans as the venue and Ticketmaster have agreed to waive their ticket fees.  Tickets start at $27.75. Miranda is also scheduled to perform at Klipsch Music Center in Noblesville, Indiana on June 8.  No word on if proceeds from that show will also aid relief efforts. Follow me on Twitter:  @WIBC_AlexBrown (photo courtesy of MirandaLambert.com)http://www.wibc.com/blogs/entertainment/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10360492alex@wibc.com (Alex Brown)http://www.wibc.com/blogs/entertainment/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10360492Thu, 15 Mar 2012 20:27:01 GMTGrammy Award-winning musician John Mayer announced Friday that he is canceling his upcoming tour, which would have been kicked off with a show at Indiana University. Mayer wrote on his blog that he went to see his doctor after having difficulties during rehearsal. "I went in for a visit on Wednesday and a scope of my vocal cords revealed that the granuloma has grown back where it had mostly healed," Mayer wrote.  "This is bad news. Because of this, I have no choice but to take an indefinite break from live performing." Mayer had previously delayed the release of his album Born and Raised because of the same vocal chord issue which led to surgery on his vocal chords last October.  He says the album will still be released on May 22nd as planned.  His first single "Shadow Days" was released on March 5th. While he recovers, Mayer says he will begin work on ...http://www.wibc.com/blogs/entertainment/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10357913alex@wibc.com (Alex Brown)http://www.wibc.com/blogs/entertainment/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10357913Fri, 09 Mar 2012 20:28:34 GMTJust two new movies in theaters this weekend and one of them will be a great one to take the kids to.  Dr. Seuss' The Lorax is the new animated feature from Universal.  It features the voices of Danny DeVito, Zac Efron, Ed Helms, Taylor Swift, Bettie White and more.  Here's the trailer: Also new in theaters is Project X, a film about three high school seniors who decide to throw a party to get themselves noticed and things get out of control.  This is one you probably shouldn't take the kids to. If you see either of these films (or both), let me know what you think.  See you at the theater! Follow me on Twitter:  @WIBC_AlexBrownhttp://www.wibc.com/blogs/entertainment/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10354253alex@wibc.com (Alex Brown)http://www.wibc.com/blogs/entertainment/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10354253Wed, 29 Feb 2012 21:08:56 GMTIt was a big night for The Artist at the 84th Annual Academy Awards Sunday night.  The mostly silent film took home Best Picture, Best Actor and Best Director among others to take home five Oscars. Martin Scorsese's Hugo also took home five trophies in the technical categories including Cinematography, Art Direction, Sound Editing, Sound Mixing and Visual Effects. Here are some of the winners from the major categories: Best Picture:  The Artist Best Actor:  Jean Dujardin - The Artist Best Actress:  Meryl Streep - The Iron Lady Best Supporting Actor:  Christopher Plummer - Beginners Best Supporting Actress:  Octavia Spencer - The Help Best Director:  Michel Hazanavicius - The Artist Best Adapted Screenplay:  Alexander Payne, Nat Faxon & Jim Rash - The Descendants Best Original Screenplay:  Woody Allen - Midnight in Paris Click HERE for the full list of winners. What did you think of the Oscars telecast?  Leave a ...http://www.wibc.com/blogs/entertainment/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10353254alex@wibc.com (Alex Brown)http://www.wibc.com/blogs/entertainment/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10353254Mon, 27 Feb 2012 21:24:06 GMTThere’s been some controversy recently at the California ranch where NBC films their hit weight-loss show The Biggest Loser.  TMZ reported Wednesday that nearly all of the remaining contestants on the show walked out because producers were considering bringing in the eliminated contestants and giving them another chance to earn the $250,000 grand prize. When I read this, I became infuriated.  Here’s the deal:  I weigh roughly 350 pounds.   I’ve dealt with weight issues my entire life.  I, along with thousands of people across the country, would absolutely LOVE a chance to be on The Biggest Loser and learn from two of the best trainers in the world, Bob Harper and Dolvett Quince.  The fact that these contestants reportedly walked off the show made me incredibly angry because they obviously have a misguided view as to why they are on the show in the first place. The goal of the ...http://www.wibc.com/blogs/entertainment/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10352578alex@wibc.com (Alex Brown)http://www.wibc.com/blogs/entertainment/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10352578Fri, 24 Feb 2012 22:00:00 GMTThree new movies hit the theaters this weekend.  We'll start with Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance. It's safe to say that I will not be seeing this movie this weekend.  Not after the debacle that was the first Ghost Rider film.  I would have walked out on that film, but I couldn't because I had taken a date to see it.  Needless to say...there weren't any dates after that. The next movie hitting theaters this weekend is a much safer bet if you want to take a date.  This Means War stars Reese Witherspoon, Chris Pine (Star Trek) and Tom Hardy (Inception).  The story centers around Witherspoon's character who ends up dating two men, both of whom are CIA agents.  Hilarity ensues.  And finally, a film I haven't heard of until I saw the trailer just now.  It's the animated film The Secret World of Arietty.  I don't ...http://www.wibc.com/blogs/entertainment/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10350198alex@wibc.com (Alex Brown)http://www.wibc.com/blogs/entertainment/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10350198Fri, 17 Feb 2012 21:59:01 GMTIn America, these awards were overshadowed by the Grammys, but the BAFTA awards were handed out Sunday night, putting us officially on the road to the Oscars.  The BAFTAs are widely considered to be the British version of the Oscars and we got a sneak peek of what could happen in just under two weeks when the Oscars are handed out.  Here's a recap: The mostly silent film The Artist was the big winner, taking home seven awards for Best Film, Best Director (Michel Hazanavicius), Orignal Screenplay, Leading Actor (Jean Dujardin), Original Music, Cinematography and Costume Design. CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL LIST OF BAFTA WINNERS The Help's Octavia Spencer continued her award season dominance, picking up Best Supporting Actress.  Meryl Streep also continued her winning ways, picking up the award for Leading Actress for her role in The Iron Lady.  Christopher Plummer also picked up another award for Best ...http://www.wibc.com/blogs/entertainment/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10347838alex@wibc.com (Alex Brown)http://www.wibc.com/blogs/entertainment/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10347838Mon, 13 Feb 2012 06:39:18 GMTIt came as no surprise when Adele walked away from the 54th Annual GRAMMY Awards with six golden statuettes, one for each category in which she was nominated. The popular singer returned to the stage five months after vocal chord surgery to put on an incredible rendition of her hit "Rolling in the Deep."  That song earned Record of the Year, Song of the Year and even Best Short Form Music Video.  Her song "Someone Like You" won Best Pop Solo Performance. Adele's album 21 won Album of the Year and Best Pop Vocal Album. CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL LIST OF GRAMMY WINNERS Rock band Foo Fighters also had a great night at the GRAMMYs, picking up five trophies including Best Rock Performance, Best Hard Rock/Heavy Metal Performance, Best Rock Song, Best Rock Album and Best Long Form Music Video.  Frontman Dave Grohl said getting recognition for their album ...http://www.wibc.com/blogs/entertainment/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10347840alex@wibc.com (Alex Brown)http://www.wibc.com/blogs/entertainment/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10347840Mon, 13 Feb 2012 06:29:23 GMT