Thursday, March 19, 2009

Music

The Science Behind One Of John Farnham’s Finest Moments

3:24PM Jess McGuire | Oh god, has it already been a couple of hours since I last mentioned Farnesy? Clearly this needs to be remedied. I just ran around very hip radio station RRR screaming “YOU’RE THE VOICE” at the poor volunteers slaving away to ensure Melbourne’s music and entertainment needs are constantly being met, and actually met with approval. This is because John Farnham has the power to unite people. Has anyone considered blaring “Two Strong Hearts” in the direction of Israel and Palestine and seeing what happens? I will write a letter to the United Nations suggesting this as soon as we’re done here. But enough blathering! I have something brilliant for you and it relates to Big JF. More »
Print

The Editor Of The Age Talks To Jon Faine About Striking Columnist

2:39PM Jess McGuire | Catherine Deveny Strike Update: it’s still going. Paul Ramadge, the editor of The Age, recently spoke to Jon ‘Faino’ Faine from 774 ABC Melbourne about the state of his paper, and exactly what’s happening with smart-mouthed underpaid columnist Catherine Deveny. Thanks to The Australian, here’s a quick transcript of the interesting parts. More »
People

Natasha Richardson, 1963-2009: In Memoriam

1:45PM Richard | Following Natasha Richard’s death at age 45, we take a look back at the actress’ career. More »
People

Vale Natasha Richardson

1:23PM Jess McGuire | Terribly sad news – award winning actress Natasha Richardson, recently injured in a ski accident in Canada and flown to New York hospital where her had family gathered to say their goodbyes, has passed away at 45. Reports The New York Times: More »
People

There Is So Much To Love About Ellen And Portia

11:20AM Jess McGuire | Look, I realise some folks out there might still be unhappy about what went down with Iggy the Dog back in 2007. Others may feel uncomfortable about Ellen’s penchant for crazed dancing during her talk show. Perhaps you’ve never forgiven her for the farce that was Mr Wrong. But me? I’m over all those issues, and I just plain love her. And I love her even more when she’s mucking about adorably with her Geelong raised missus Mandy Rogers! More »
Flotsam & Jetsam

John Farnham’s Cameo On The Late Show

9:45AM Jess McGuire | The John Farnham clips keep on rolling in, and I salute you all. Here’s one from reader Julia, who says “This is a totally random John Farnham clip but I think it really captures his sense of fun (plus, if you watch carefully, you can see Jamie Durie in Manpower.) Watch out for the two JF cameos.” Oh but we will, Julie! More »
People

Pauline Hanson’s Incredibly Revealing Twitter Account

8:30AM Jess McGuire | Did you know Pauline Hanson has a Twitter account? I didn’t, until I received a notification she had begun following Defamer Australia. I must admit, for a while there I wasn’t convinced it was the genuine article (are you really Twittering about Nickelback, Pauline? No, really?) but now I’m starting to believe it really is Australia’s favourite non-Passion Pop swilling, non-shagger of Harley Davidson riding army commandos utilising social networking sites to further her career. More »
People

Terriblest Project Runway Contestant Ever Throws Cat At Person

8:25AM Richard | Zounds. The constantly hissing and mewling Runway contestant Kenley Collins is currently behind bars, arrested on assault charges. While fighting with her ex-boyfriend, the fifth-season finalist threw several peculiar things: computer, apple, cat. More »
Small Screen

American Idol: Murdering Johnny Cash For Fun And Profit

4:35AM Richard | Country week is often the worst Idol theme night, because belting black ladies and barn-burning rocker grrls and fey dancepixie gays have a hard time twanging. This year’s version went… actually, kinda OK. More »