Rock stars and Johnny Depp appear ageless, so what’s in a number really?

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Please don’t throw tomatoes after I say this but I’m not in the Twilight zone. It’s not that I dislike The Twilight Saga but I never picked up the novels and when I did see the first movie I just wasn’t feeling it.

First off there’s something about Bella that makes me cringe. All that blubbering she does. I’m all for a good love story but her dilemma is so… well…high school.

The other problem I have with The Twilight Saga is I can’t decide on a team. I don’t find either of the love interests that appealing. I like to joke with friends that are in the Twilightzone by saying, “I’m for Team Edward, Team Edward Scissorhands.”

Like I said before, please don’t throw tomatoes. Being the pop culture lover that I am, how could I not appreciate what’s popular? Appreciating and liking are two different things, much like Edward and Jacob.

Because I haven’t read the novels, I am intrigued by the latest movie. It looks like all the high school drama is out and all the going to the chapel action is in.

Have you read the Twilight novels? Did you camp out to get your Twilight: Breaking Dawn Part 1 premiere ticket this week?

In honor of the latest Twilight premiere let’s step back into the “Twilight Zone” with this retro tune from 1982 by Golden Earring.

For everything Twilight, including ringtones, mobile games, wallpapers and movie info, visit the official site by clicking here.
Keep up to date with Golden Earring’s latest news and upcoming gigs, click here.

Click here to check it out.

I have to admit I don’t know most of the bands listed except the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Marilyn Manson, Alice Cooper and KISS.

What costumed bands do I know besides the ones above? Check out this 5 on Friday and find out!

5 Bands in Costume

1. Let’s a “Go-Go” to this Hulla Baloo dance party with Paul Revere & the Raiders! Anyone know who the cute guy is that introduces them? I do.

Visit Paul Revere & the Raiders to see them still rocking in costume http://www.paulrevereraiders.com

2. Move over Paul Revere & the Raiders because Adam & the Ants are riding through. Stand & deliver artsy fashion, also known as cool costumes.

Adam Ant still delivers his New Romantic style, check him out at http://www.adam-ant.net

3. Uno, dos, tres, quatro…Wooly Bully time with Sam the Sham and the Pharaohs. Watch it now!

Find out what Sam the Sham is up to, visit http://www.samthesham.com

4. Cher! Okay so Cher is a singer and not really a band but it’s my site and I can post what I want to.

See what Cher is wearing these days… http://www.cher.com

5. Need an idea for a costume? Look no further than The Village People. They’re like a costume catalog on stage.

Click here to watch everyone’s favorite group dance song, YMCA.

Wow, 35 years of The Village People on their official site! Visit http://www.officialvillagepeople.com today!

For whatever reason, I woke up this morning singing the lyrics to Chairmen of the Board’s song, “Gimme Just a Litte More Time”. Maybe it’s because I’ve put off spring cleaning and we’re almost  into summer.

Here’s the song I was searching for:

Here’s the other groovy song/video I found during my YouTube search:

How are you getting groovy this weekend?

The Official Chairmen of the Board website: http://www.chairmenoftheboard.com

It’s the YouTube Search Stories feature, a visual display of your searches using Google. I decided to search for action words that describe Housewife in Hollywood.com the best.
Check it out:

Create your own at http://youtube.com/searchstories

Have you seen the Black Cab Sessions?

Click here for a fave of mine from Sunset Rubdown.

Love this one from Grizzly Bear, click here.

Click right here for another fave this time from Peter, Bjorn and John. Looks like Peter and John got in the cab, Bjorn was missing.

For more musical cab rides, visit http://blackcabsessions.com

Werewolves, vamp royalty, Tara crazies and of course the ongoing stress of poor Sookie. Can’t that girl ever sit down and enjoy some sweet tea in peace?

Something even wackier than Tara’s mama is the Snoop Dogg’s ode to Sookie Stackhouse. If you haven’t yet, check out Snoop Dogg gone Tru Pimp in this video for “Oh Sookie”.

Remember to grab your 4 pack of Tru Blood beverage and watch on Sunday nights 9:00 PM. I’ve been watching any day of the week on my laptop via http://hbogo.com

Now here’s a dude that says wait a minute I woke up early, watched the video, found hidden cuts and made a video to tell you about it on YouTube. Let’s see what he has to say:

Of course “This Too Shall Pass” is just one video going viral in the last few days and just like most viral vids, this too shall pass.

Speidi is a word taking all shapes and forms in Hollyweird. Here’s one my kiddo found from her favorite parody singer VenetianPrincess called Speidi Free:

Reality shows, plastic surgery, 15 minutes of fame, even if society becomes Speidi Free it’s inevitable Hollyweird will crank out other versions of the same idea. What do you think of all the Speidiness? Entertaining or Annoying?

Looks like Heidi is breaking away from Speidi a bit with her own music career. Check it here: http://www.myspace.com/heidimontag

Speaking of music, my brother told me about a cool production tool called Auto-Tune. It corrects pitch and just about anyone can go from their day job to pop singer quickly. I wish they had this connected to my local Karaoke Bar.

Here’s a viral vid of viral vid’s including Kanye West blasting Taylor Swift and the kiddo’s from “Charlie Bit My Finger” all Auto-Tuned so their words sound sort of like singing. What they can do with technology these days!

“Knuckle Draggers takes a realistic, but comic look at how the behaviors of men and women have evolved very little since the caveman times. When Ethan, the needy nice guy, is dumped by his fiancé, he asks his misogynist older brother Kyle to help him win her back. Kyle tries to teach Ethan how to act like “a real man” and to never put a woman on a pedestal. Repulsed by his brother’s harsh views on how to treat women, Ethan ignores his advice and ventures out into the dating world, where he slowly realizes that everything Kyle says seems to be true.”— Alex Ranarivelo, writer and director of Knuckle Draggers.

This new film includes actors Ross McCall, Amie Barsky, Omar Gooding, Daniele Nicolete, Brandon Olive, Jennifer Alden, Justin Baldoni, Serah D’ Laine, and Paul J. Alessi.

Paul J. Alessi plays the role of Kyle and he’s also the producer of Knuckle Draggers. This native New Yorker  is an accomplished actor with a passion for acting and producing.

Paul J. Alessi Photo by Nicholas Ng – © 2008 Aperture Photography

Here’s my interview with Paul  J. Alessi.

HIH: You were discovered while working construction. What was that like going from the construction site to being in front of a camera?

PAUL: It was really amazing and a bit surreal to see the difference in jobs and life styles.

HIH: Any fun or memorable moments you’d like to share from your experiences on the set of Boondock Saints II?

PAUL: To see my good friend Troy Duffy in his moment of glory to finally be making BDII. After shooting the first scene with Sean Patrick Flanery and Norman Reedus he said I have been waiting for this for 10 years and you don’t know how happy and excited I am.

That was a very gratifying and inspiring moment for me. He fought long and hard for what he wanted and it paid off.

HIH: Knuckle Draggers takes a realistic, but comic look at how the behaviors of men and women have evolved very little since caveman times. How evolved are you?

PAUL: Let’s just say I feel men and women will always have a different perspective on relationships. I don’t think one way of thinking is necessarily better than the other, just different. But if you ask people I know I guess they would say “not very”.

HIH: I read you love challenges and that’s why you love acting and sports. Were there any challenges for you while producing and acting in the new film Knuckle Draggers?

PAUL: Yes this was definately challenging because this was my first film that I was the sole producer along with having a lead acting role. In my past projects I have done one or the other not both. There are many challenges in making a film in general, but indie films can be especially challenging because there is minimal money. Deciding on what is most important and how to make the best of the budget is very challenging. The jobs of ten people now become the job of one.

HIH: What are your interests other than acting and producing?

PAUL: I attend film festivals and go to the movies as much as I can. I enjoy going to the gym when I can, playing and watching hockey and spending time with my family in NY.

HIH: You have played a wide range of characters. In 1995, you played the role of an AIDS victim in the award winning video Waterfalls by TLC.   Do the tough emotional parts take a toll on you?

PAUL: Yes I actually prefer playing a character that has “guts” and emotions. I like finding the character and those moments of truth and letting the emotions play out. Yes it can take a toll on you but some people say that it can also be very therapeutic.

HIH: Recently the media discussed the incident involving Christian Bale working on the set with a crew member. Do you think it has any effect on the way cast and crew work together? Has anything changed in the industry?

PAUL: No and I don’t think anything has changed. Shit happens. From what I have heard I can understand both sides but the truth be told I wasn’t there and can’t really know how or what went down to make an honest comment.

HIH: When I was in Army Boot Camp many moons ago, I realized how different men and women can be when thinking about the world. Besides doing very little evolving since caveman times how does this difference in thinking come into play in the movie Knuckle Draggers?

PAUL: It doesn’t, it’s based on that exact topic.

HIH: So what do you think about the field training tips your character Kyle, gives his brother Ethan in the film? Have you used any of those tips in real life?

PAUL: Some of Kyle’s training tips are pretty funny. Well I think almost everybody has at least felt like using Kyle’s training tips and most guys I am sure did actually try at some point or another. I won’t say I didn’t. There is a lot of validly in what Kyle says and I wouldn’t disagree with him. But bottom line is it depends on the two people in the relationship, some women get it, and some don’t.

HIH: I noticed that you’re working with Traci Lords in a film set for a 2010 release called Au Pair, Kansas. What else are you up to these days?

PAUL: Wow I can write all day about this but to keep it short I am basically finding good projects and funding so I can keep making films. Meanwhile I am promoting the ones I have finished.

To learn more about Paul J. Alessi click here for his IMDb profile and visit his official site http://www.pauljalessi.com