Gotta love the Floyd requests! Here's Derick requesting himself closer to a round of “whap crap.”

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High gas prices suck ... especially going into a Long Weekend.

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The 80th Annual Elks May Day Parade starts at 11am this Saturday. Here's Angie (613-6205) with details and entry information.

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Entertainment News This Morning: (Weekdays at 10:20am)

It'll be David versus David in the ``American Idol'' final. All Syesha Mercado could say was ``thank you'' after Ryan Seacrest announced the results of this week's vote. More than 56-(m) million people weighed in on the decision. Simon Cowell predicts the final battle for the next ``American Idol'' title will be a ``real humdinger.''

Good thing Brangelina loves kids -- because they're having twins. Once Angelina Jolie's twins are born, she and Brad Pitt will have a brood equal to ``The Brady Bunch:'' six. Jolie won't say when the babies will arrive, only that she's due ``in a few months.''

``The Sopranos'' ended about year ago. But, the discussion about ``how'' it ended, and what the series means to pop culture, continues. More than 60 college professors from around the world will gather at Fordham University Lincoln Campus to analyze the ``The Sopranos.'' The symposium is called ``The Sopranos: A Wake.'' The event is being held May 22nd through the 25th.

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Classic Rock Calender: (Weekdays at 11:20am)

Those born on May 15th share a birth date with legendary producer Brian Eno (1948) ...and David Byrne (1952), lead vocalist for the Talking Heads.

In 1971, two films by John Lennon and Yoko Ono were screened at the Cannes Film Festival.

In 1974, bass guitarist Bill Wyman became the first Rolling Stone to have a solo L-P with the release of ``Monkey Grip.''

In 1981, former Sex Pistol John Lydon and his band Public Image Limited were booed and pelted by debris during a performance at a New York club. A dozen people were hurt during the 50-minute performance. The following night's show was canceled.

In 1995, singer Scott Weiland of the Stone Temple Pilots was arrested for cocaine and heroin possession.

In 1996, ITV in Britain broadcast the earliest known footage of the Beatles, shot in February 1961. The silent film was found in a Liverpool house.

The Drive Nooner - Random Rock News: (Weekdays at 12:10pm)

Van Halen and The Eagles been confirmed for the fourth installment of the Guitar Hero video game, due for release this fall. Also, Van Halen is reportedly filming select shows on its current tour for an upcoming DVD release. Tuesday's concert in East Rutherford, New Jersey was the first performance to be filmed.

Poor Paul. He tries to do good and gets slammed. Paul McCartney has long been an outspoken advocate of environmental causes and animal rights. He is a vegetarian who won't even wear leather shoes. But now he's being criticized for having a hybrid Japanese Lexus car flown to him in Britain rather than having it sent by ship. Environmentalists are outraged saying that the use of a cargo plane to deliver the car to England completely offset any environmental gains resulting from the car's use.

Guns N Roses are to release a greatest hits compilation on June 2nd. The retrospective will contain hits from all their albums, including ‘Paradise City’ and ‘Welcome to the Jungle’. It’s the first of two albums the band are expected to release this year, the second being their long-awaited new studio album ‘Chinese Democracy’.

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This week's theme on the Classic Rock Challenge at 12:25pm, “Long Songs - Songs with Long in the Title.” Here's Dylan winning a 7 piece family meal from KFC.

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Classic Rock Song Facts: (Weekdays at 1:20pm)

The title track to one of 2 Springsteen albums released simultaneously 5 years after his previous album.

Released with Lucky Town, they both sold rather poorly.

One of the first songs Springsteen recorded using musicians who were not in the E-Street Band.

The only song from this album included on Springsteen's 1995 Greatest Hits album.

It is ... Human Touch ... Bruce Springsteen !

(Search facts on your favorite songs at www.songfacts.com)

Congrats to College Heights Secondary School student Janine Reilander ... the 2008 Youth of the Year.

She's been on the principal's list for three years and had the top grade-point average in her class last year. She's also been an outstanding volunteer, both at school and in the community.

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There will be an increased need for blood this Long Weekend. So I checked in with Tamera Sweet at Canadian Blood Services. (1-888-2-DONATE)

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It was my pleasure to play “Hurdy Gurdy Man” for Wade and give him a chance to win free golf from the Links of Maggie May.

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Entertainment News This Morning: (Weekdays at 10:20am)

``The New Adventures of Old Christine'' has more life in her and ``How I Met Your Mother'' will see another season, too. CBS is also renewing ``Rules of Engagement'' and ``The Unit.'' The C-W is banking on more spoiled, wealthy kids, confirming it is launching the next generation to ``Beverly Hills 90210'' in the fall. Original show cast member Jennie Garth will appear occasionally as a guidance counsellor.

As contestants disappear on ``American Idol'' so are viewers. The nearly 22 million people who watched a week ago Tuesday was the show's smallest Tuesday audience in more than five years. Still, ``American Idol'' is the highest-rated show of the week.

If the judges have it right, it will be David versus David for the ``American Idol'' title. After hearing the final three contestants perform three songs last night, the judges seem to give David Cook and David Archuleta the best shot at surviving tonight's vote-off show to reach the finals. Simon said Syesha didn't have what it took to reach the finals, and Paula basically said she felt the two Davids were the ones who would make it through.

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Classic Rock Calender: (Weekdays at 11:20am)

Those born on May 14th share a birth date with Jack Bruce (1943) from Cream ... Ian Astbury (1962) of the Cult ... an Poison guitarist C-C DeVille (1962).

In 1969, Lighthouse debuted at the Rock Pile in Toronto.

In 1970, Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young announced their breakup before a performance in Chicago.

In 1976, former Yardbirds vocalist Keith Relf was electrocuted while tuning a guitar. He was 33.

In 1988, Atlantic Records celebrated its 40th anniversary with an 11-hour concert at Madison Square Garden in New York. Performers included a reunited Led Zeppelin.

In 1994, B-B King helped open China's first Hard Rock Cafe by playing a two-hour set for 300 people in Beijing.

In 1998, Frank Sinatra died of a heart attack at 82.

The Drive Nooner - Random Rock News: (Weekdays at 12:10pm)

Velvet Revolver and former Guns N' Roses guitarist Slash was honored at the fourth annual MusiCares benefit concert on Friday in Los Angeles. Slash was given the MusiCares From The Heart Award for his friendship and dedication to the purpose and goals of the organization. Alice Cooper was also honored. Cooper received the Stevie Ray Vaughan Award for his dedication helping other addicts with the recovery process.

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This week's theme on the Classic Rock Challenge at 12:25pm, “Long Songs - Songs with Long in the Title.” Here's Nelson at Intercon Pulp winning a 7 piece family meal from KFC.

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About the European arrival to the "New World," told from the perspective of both the oppressed Cree and the invading Anglo-Saxon soldiers.

It was three times as a single. Originally in 1982, as a live version in 1985, and in 2002, as a single to help promote a tour the band organized to raise money for former drummer Clive Burr, who suffered from Multiple Sclerosis.

The cover art for the single featured a Native American with an axe wrestling a devil in Hell. Considering the lyrics, this caused some controversy, as many interpreted this to mean the band was suggesting that the imperialistic whites were devils.

This was Iron Maiden's first Top 10 hit in the UK.

Steve Harris says, "I wanted to try and get the feeling of galloping horses. But when you play this one, be careful not to let it run away with you."

It is ... Run To The Hills ... Iron Maiden !

(Search facts on your favorite songs at www.songfacts.com)

Entertainment News This Morning: (Weekdays at 10:20am)

``Ugly Betty'' can stop faking it. The show is set in New York City but, except for the pilot, it's been shot in Los Angeles. Now, production is moving to New York to take advantage of new tax credits. While the cast of ``Ugly Betty'' needs to find places to live in New York City, the crew doesn't have to bother. They won't be moving. More than 300 members of the ``Ugly Betty'' production crew expect to lose their jobs.

Jimmy Fallon's eighth-grade school yearbook listed him as ``most likely to take over for David Letterman.'' That's pretty close. Fallon and N-B-C are confirming he'll take over for Conan O'Brien when O'Brien takes over for Jay Leno, sometime next year. The plan's been in the works for a while.

The final four on ``Dancing with the Stars'' got to strut their stuff last night. But it was judge Carrie Ann who nearly put on the biggest show. She almost had a wardrobe malfunction. When she stood up to cheer Kristi Yamaguchi, Carrie Ann's low-cut dress got caught on a chair. Kristi ended up with the judges' highest scores, while Marissa was at the bottom. Tonight one celeb will be sent home, leaving just three left.

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Classic Rock Calender: (Weekdays at 11:20am)

Those born on May 13th share a birth date with Stevie Wonder (1950) ... Peter Gabriel (1950) ... and Tom Cochrane (1953).

In 1955, Elvis Presley's performance in Jacksonville, Florida caused a riot, the first reported incident of trouble at an Elvis show.

In 1985, rock star Bruce Springsteen married actress Julianne Phillips.

In 1985, Stevie Wonder was cited by the United Nations for his efforts against apartheid.

In 1987, Vancouver songwriter David Foster was named songwriter of the year at the Broadcast Music Incorporated dinner in Los Angeles.

In 1988, pioneer rock 'n' roll D-J Alan Freed and big band leader Benny Goodman were among the first 18 inductees into the Radio Hall of Fame in New York.

The Drive Nooner - Random Rock News: (Weekdays at 12:10pm)

Veteran rocker Ted Nugent will reach a milestone this summer when he plays his 6,000th concert during his three month tour. The trek include a stop in Vancouver July 25th. Nugent is not out promoting a new album. His stage show though, features most of his chestnuts, including "Journey to the Center of the Mind," which was recorded by The Amboy Dukes, his group before starting a solo career.

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This week's theme on the Classic Rock Challenge at 12:25pm, “Long Songs - Songs with Long in the Title.” Here's James Palmer winning a 7 piece family meal from KFC.

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This was Springsteen's first top 10 hit and proved that Springsteen could not just sell concert tickets and albums, but could be successful on the singles chart.

This song explores a man's wanderlust contrasted with his desire for a stable family life.

When Springsteen met Joey Ramone, Ramone asked Bruce to write a song for his band, The Ramones. Springsteen wrote this song that night but decided to keep it on the advice of his producer and manager, Jon Landau.

Springsteen's voice was slightly sped up on the recording, producing a higher vocal.

This was used in the Tom Cruise movie Risky Business. It was the first time a Springsteen song was used in a film.

In the 1981 Rolling Stone reader's poll, this was voted best single. Springsteen also won for Best Artist, Album, and Male Singer.

Mark Volman and Howard Kaylan of The Turtles sang backup.

It is ... Hungry Heart ... Bruce Springsteen !

(Search facts on your favorite songs at www.songfacts.com)

Every day we give you a chance to request songs and qualify to win free golf from the Links Of Maggie May. Norm, who drive a courier van, was looking for Diamond Dave.

Entertainment News This Morning: (Weekdays at 10:20am)

The ``Survivor'' finale was a battle of the babes. But it's Parvati Shallow who wins the million bucks. She admits she's a flirt with both men and women, and uses her sexuality to get what she wants.

During the live reunion, Parvati said forming the women's alliance on ``Survivor: Micronesia -- Fans versus Favorites'' was key to her victory. Amanda Kimmel, a former Miss Montana USA, was the runner-up. The 17th installment of CBS' pioneering reality series is being shot in the African nation of Gabon. Here's more on Survivor with Collette, our Survivor corespondent, and the question, "Did Amanda make the wrong decision in bringing Parv to the final two?"

Actor Dennis Farina has played a cop and was even a police officer in real life, but was charged with a felony at Los Angeles International Airport after police say a loaded gun was found in his carry-on luggage. Farina says he had forgotten the .22-calibre handgun was in his bag. Farina was released on 35 thousand dollars bail last night.

Hulk Hogan's 17-year-old son is in jail. Nick Bollea (bohl-EE'-ah) was sentenced to eight months behind bars after he pleaded no contest to causing a crash that critically injured his friend.

``Iron Man'' isn't showing any rust. It takes another 50 million-dollars-plus to stay number-one for a second-straight weekend. ``Speed Racer'' debuts at at number-two with just over 20 mil. That's far bellow studio expectations. The comedy ``What Happens in Vegas,'' starring Cameron Diaz and Ashton Kutcher, opens in a close third.

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Classic Rock Calender: (Weekdays at 11:20am)

Those born on May 12th share a birth date with Steve Winwood (1948) ... Billy Squier (1950) ... and Billy Duffy (1959), guitarist with the Cult.

In 1963, Bob Dylan walked off the ``Ed Sullivan Show'' when C-B-S censors wouldn't let him perform ``Talking John Birch Society Blues.''

In 1965, the Rolling Stones began laying down the basic tracks for "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction."

In 1967, the psychedelic sound and light show of Pink Floyd graced the stage of the Queen Elizabeth Hall in London. The concert, called ``Games For May,'' was the first to feature quadraphonic sound.

In 1968, Jimi Hendrix was arrested at the U-S-Canadian border for possession of heroin and hashish. Hendrix claimed the drugs were planted and was later cleared.

In 1979, the new Jefferson Starship, with Mickey Thomas replacing Grace Slick as lead vocalist, debuted at a free outdoor concert in San Francisco.

In 2003, Noel Redding, bass player for the legendary Jimi Hendrix Experience died at 57.

And just before ... Honeymoon Suite ... it's the Drive Audio Timeline from 1984.

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The Drive Nooner - Random Rock News: (Weekdays at 12:10pm)

Unconfirmed reports out of England indicate Led Zeppelin will mark their 40th anniversary with a world tour. David Coverdale, the frontman of Whitesnake and a longtime friend of the band, said the tour was “very likely”and he expects Whitesnake to be an opening act. According to the Mirror newspaper, the tour is now inevitable and could take place as early as the end of the year. The paper also claims that each member stands to make as much as $20 million each from touring. Mind you the Mirror is a bit of a gossip rag so take this info with a “grain of salt.”

John Mellencamp's eagerly anticipated new album, Life, Death, Love and Freedom, will be released July 15 at Starbucks locations in the U.S. and Canada as well as traditional music retail. Mellencamp has characterized the album as a collection of "modern electric folk songs."

Of all the honours Neil Young has received, this may be the most unique: a spider has been named after him. East Carolina University biologist Jason Bond has named a newly-discovered trapdoor spider after Young. The new name is ``Myrmekiaphila neilyoungi.'' Bond discovered the spider in Alabama last year. He says there are strict rules about how new species are named, but as long as those rules are followed, you can name a species anything you want. He says he really enjoys Young's music and he has great appreciation of him as an activist for peace and justice. NeilYoung has not yet commented on the honour.

This week's theme on the Classic Rock Challenge at 12:25pm, “Long Songs - Songs with Long in the Title.”

Here's Cecilia winning a 7 piece family meal from KFC.

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The lyrics were written by a beat poet named Pete Brown, who was a friend of Cream bass player Jack Bruce. Brown also wrote the words for "Sunshine Of Your Love" and "I Feel Free."

Pete Brown: "It was a miracle it worked, considering it was me writing a monologue about a new flat."

Jack Bruce wrote the music. He was inspired by a cycling tour that he took in France.

On their last tour, Cream opened their shows with this.

Clapton refused to play this after leaving Cream until 1985, when Paul Shaffer urged him to play it while he was sitting in with the band on Late Night With David Letterman. That same year, Clapton played it at Live Aid.

This was released as a single after Cream had broken up. It did better in the US than in England, since Cream had caught on in The States.

In 2000, Apple Computer used this in commercials for their white IMacs.

It is ... White Room ... Cream !

(Search facts on your favorite songs at www.songfacts.com)