James Franco was in New York on February 19, 2012 to show his film “My Own Private River.” During a question and answer session afterwards, James spoke about working with former R.E.M. front-man Michael Stipe. This is what he said….
Sometimes life is too surreal to be believed. I am a die-hard Janis Joplin fan and several years ago, I was elated that her appearances on the Dick Cavett Show were released in full on DVD. One of the best episodes was from 1970, where just mere months before Janis died, she appeared on the Dick Cavett Show and one of the other guests was actress Raquel Welch. The episode is epic in every way from Janis’ performance of “Get It While You Can,” to her and Raquel engaging in conversation with Dick Cavett. The Cavett box sets that are available on DVD are so great, if you don’t have them or haven’t seen them – I cannot recommend them highly enough. Now that you know the back story, imagine finding out that for a Raquel Welch retrospective film festival, the legendary Dick Cavett would interview Raquel in person to talk about her career?! I hoped that one of the discussion topics would be about Janis and lo and behold – the first part of the interview granted me my wish. I am passing this greatness onto you, so please enjoy watching Dick Cavett and Raquel Welch talking about Janis Joplin on February 11, 2012.
If you don’t like the FFFF word, don’t watch this video.
If you don’t like Lana Del Rey, don’t watch this video.
I love the FFFF word and I love Lana Del Rey!
So here’s Lana singing “Born to Die” with the line “let me kiss fuck you out in the pouring rain” live in New York from December 5, 2011 at Bowery Ballroom, xclusively on G-TV. If you like this video, check back on this site daily and tell your friends. You never know what I’ve got up my sleeve. Also, for all the LDR haters, please think about this before you spend another second in your cloud of hate – sure Lana is not the best singer on the planet. But she’s also not the worst. Pick and choose your battles! Spread the love, not the hate!
Ed Sheeran is having quite a week. In his native UK, he has done the impossible – his album “+” has outsold Coldplay and has knocked reigning #1 album queen Adele from the top spot this week! He performed a pair of extremely sold out shows this week at New York’s Mercury Lounge and as you are about to see/hear, Sheeran is worth all the hype. His show was highly entertaining as he interacted with the crowd all night, telling great stories and engaging us to participate in sing alongs. He even revealed his new tattoo for the crowd! Press play and enjoy!
On January 23, 2012, UK Singer Rod Thomas, better known by his stage name Bright Light Bright Light performed at New York’s Cake Shop. If you’re not familiar with Bright Lightx2′s music, Rod Thomas’ voice is extremely soulful over great electronic beats. New York was in for many treats last night as Bright Light Bright Light changed things up in the best possible way. Rather than perform electronically, the entire show was a solo piano performance, which Rod Thomas admitted was a fun challenge as he performed his upcoming new album in full. Many of the songs, he said, were being played for the first time. Also making the night extra special was a rare guest vocal appearance from his album collaborator, Del Marquis, from Scissor Sisters who sang on “Cry at Films.” The video is below. The venue is fairly dark for extra vibe, so please keep that in mind as you groove to Bright Lightx2 and Del Marquis! Bright Light Bright Light‘s album will be available in the Spring, but while you wait for that day, his singles “Love Part II” and “Disco Moment” are available now for legal download.
See the set list as well as a photo of my encounter with Rod Thomas after the jump.