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March 26th 2008

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

The ``American Idol'' judges called him ``bold, brave and potentially insane.'' David Cook sang a slowed-down rock version of Michael Jackson's ``Billie Jean'' last night, a version first done by Soundgarden's Chris Cornell. I thought Cook was brilliant. Here's a clip.

``American Idol'' still continues to dominate television ratings, but the return of ``Dancing With The Stars'' had a strong showing. Last week's two editions of ``American Idol'' were Numbers 1 and 2, while the two editions of ``Dancing with the Stars'' were Numbers 3 and 4.

Speaking of Dancing. Penn Jillette didn't have the magic on the dance floor. He's the first celeb voted off this season on ``Dancing with the Stars.'' Last night was a double-elimination results show. Former tennis champ Monica Seles had the lowest overall score, and she's the first woman to go.

An extra million people tuned into the CBS show ``How I Met Your Mother'' to see Britney Spears in a bit part. Her cameo on the show was seen by 10.6 million viewers. That's about a million more than the usual audience for the show.

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

Those born on March 26th share a birthdate with Aerosmith vocalist Steven Tyler (1948) and Boston bassist Fran Sheehan (1949).

In 1972, David Bowie wrote the song ``All the Young Dudes'' for Mott the Hoople.

In 1977, Foreigner's first single, ``Feels Like the First Time,'' was released. It reached number four.

In 1995, London's Sunday Times reported that John Lennon's widow, Yoko Ono, visited Paul McCartney's recording studio ending decades of hostility between McCartney and Ono.

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

Usually the VH1 Rock Honours pay tribute to a few bands, but The Who will get the glory all to themselves. The Who will be the only act who will be honoured at the next Rock Honours, which will be taped July 12th in Los Angeles and will air on VH1 on July 17th. Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend will perform, along with other acts who have yet to be announced.

A previously unreleased song featuring Lynyrd Skynyrd's original lineup may surface on the band's next studio album, which is expected out in early 2009. Guitarist Gary Rossington tells Billboard.com that he recently unearthed the song "Cottonmouth Country" from the archives with the late Ronnie Van Zant on vocals. Rossington says. "It's a cool track, pretty cool lyrics -- it's about the swamps.”

We had the rumour last week and confirmation today. Yes have announced their first tour in more than five years. Celebrating their 40th anniversary, the “Close To The Edge and Back” tour will have them doing 26 North American shows including a stop in Vancouver at GM Place on August 14th. Jon Anderson says the reason for the long layoff had to do with "everybody doing different things, then all of a sudden there we are with our 40th anniversary coming up." Joining Anderson will be the classic Yes line-up with Chris Squire on bass, Steve Howe on guitar, Alan White on drums, and Oliver Wakeman on keyboards in place of his father, Rick Wakeman.

This week's theme on the Classic Rock Challenge is “Classic Rock – In Motion.”

Here's Mike Clifford winning a $15 A&W gift certificate. (A&W delivers between 11am and 11pm!)

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

This is about the ambition and dedication required to be a successful band. It also criticizes American preachers who swindle followers out of their money.

The Edge has said the guitar riff is influenced by The Stooges' (Iggy Pop's band) "1969."

This was U2's first #1 hit in England.

The first single off Rattle And Hum. It was also the first song performed in their tour documentary Rattle And Hum.

On the Zoo TV tour, Bono would perform this as Mirrorball Man, wearing a shiny preacher's suit that looked like a disco ball.

This won the Grammy for Best Rock Performance by Duo or Group in 1989. It was also the 1988 Rolling Stone Readers Pick for Best Single.

It is ... Desire ... U2.

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

March 25th - Norm, Our Eyes On The Street

Huge thanks to Norm, out driving for DHL, and keeping us up to date on traffic developments around today's gas leak at 15th and Victoria.

March 25th 2008

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

Penn Jillette may have to pull a rabbit out of his hat, if he wants to stay on ``Dancing with the Stars.'' Tonight, the first two celebs of the season will be sent home. After two performances, Jillette is the lowest scoring man. But tennis champ Monica Seles has the lowest scores of all. Deaf actress Marlee Matlin continues to impress the judges, as does Olympic figure skating champion Kristi Yamaguchi. She's the overall leader.

Fox Broadcasting says it will not pay fines totalling 91-thousand dollars for airing a reality show episode that included graphic sexual scenes at a bachelor party. The show was ``Married by America.'' Fox calls the fines ``unconstitutional.''

In its second weekend, ``Horton Hears a Who'' is still making noise at the box office. It stays at number-one, taking in an additional 24 and a half (m) million dollars. "Tyler Perry's Meet the Browns'' brings in the most of all the new movies. It's in the number-two spot with 20 million. ``Shutter'' opens in third. Owen Wilson's new comedy, ``Drillbit Taylor,'' has a weak opening. “10,000 B.C.'' is in fifth.

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

Those born on March 25th share a birthdate with Aretha Franklin (1942), and also Jeff Healey (1966).

In 1965, guitarist Jeff Beck replaced Eric Clapton in the Yardbirds.

In 1967, the Who made their U-S debut in New York.

Also on this date in 1967, ``Happy Together'' by the Turtles reached number one.

In 1976, Phyllis Major, the wife of Jackson Browne, committed suicide.

In 1980, the Police became the first Western rock band to perform in Bombay.

In 1995, two days before winning Juno awards for entertainer and group of the year, the Tragically Hip made their debut on N-B-C's "Saturday Night Live."

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

Longtime Beatles associate and friend Neil Aspinall has died. Aspinall was a school friend of Paul McCartney and George Harrison, and he was The Beatles' first road manager. He used to drive the band to gigs in his van. Later, Aspinall became their personal assistant and was given a job in 1968 managing Apple Records. Aspinall was the executive producer of the ``Beatles Anthology'' and ``Beatles One'' albums, as well as the recent Beatles-Cirque du Soleil show ``Love'' in Las Vegas. He died Sunday in New York City, where he had been treated in a hospital for lung cancer. Neil Aspinall was 66.

Aerosmith guitarist Joe Perry is recovering in the hospital following successful total knee replacement surgery, an operation he put off for two years so that he could fulfill the band's live commitments. The surgery was performed last Tuesday morning (March 18) and Joe spent a few days in ICU where doctors were able to stabilize his pain. Perry has since been moved to a private room where he will spend a few more days before heading home to continue his recovery.

The Smashing Pumpkins are suing Virgin Records. They say the record label has illegally used their name and music in promotional deals that hurt the band's credibility with their fans. In a breach-of-contract lawsuit, the Pumpkins say Virgin's use of the band in a ``Pepsi Stuff'' promotion threatens their reputation for ``artistic integrity.''

This week's theme on the Classic Rock Challenge is “Classic Rock – In Motion.”

Here's James Cardwell winning a $15 A&W gift certificate.

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

This is an anti-war song.

The line, "Don't surround yourself with yourself" refers to self-righteous behavior; "Move on back two squares" is a chess term meaning to retreat and rethink your position. The lyrics also refer to the queen, which is the most versatile and powerful chess piece. It talks about how news is captured for use by the queen, which uses forces to take control and manipulate troops against the enemy. War is like a game of chess.

This song references "Instant Karma" which was a song recorded by John Lennon a year earlier.

It is ... I've Seen All Good People ... Yes.

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

March 24th 2008

Doug Jones had an extended Easter Weekend so I dragged by butt out of bed way-early today. I had forgotten that 4:00 happens twice a day!

It was a good thing Kyle got up early on an Easter Monday. He won free tickets to see The Cult this Friday at the CN Centre ...

March 20th - Soccer Tickets

I love giving away free tickets to the Indoor Soccer Challenge April 5-6 at the CN Centre. Here's Darlene, another satisfied Drive winner!

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