Kansas founding member Kerry Livgren hesitated to bring “Dust In The Wind” to his bandmates, thinking they wouldn’t like it. In a surprising twist, the song was a huge success and helped launch the band’s music career. Even though the song wound up being Kansas’s only top-10 hit, it almost didn’t happen.
Phil Ehart recalled hearing ‘Dust In The Wind’ for the first time
What started out as a chord pattern Livgren used as a fingerpicking exercise turned into Kansas’ most popular song. However, for several reasons, the “Dust In The Wind” almost didn’t exist.
In a recent interview with Ucr, Kansas drummer Phil Ehart recalled the day Livgren showed them the song.
“When Kerry played ‘Dust In The Wind’ for us. We had never really done an entire acoustic song,” Ehart explained. “I think we had some acoustic interludes and stuff in some of our music.
Phil Ehart recalled hearing ‘Dust In The Wind’ for the first time
What started out as a chord pattern Livgren used as a fingerpicking exercise turned into Kansas’ most popular song. However, for several reasons, the “Dust In The Wind” almost didn’t exist.
In a recent interview with Ucr, Kansas drummer Phil Ehart recalled the day Livgren showed them the song.
“When Kerry played ‘Dust In The Wind’ for us. We had never really done an entire acoustic song,” Ehart explained. “I think we had some acoustic interludes and stuff in some of our music.
- 4/16/2023
- by Rose Burke
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
In the mid-’70s, Kansas rose to fame with the hit “Carry On Wayward Son,” featured on the classic rock band’s fourth studio album, Leftoverture. The group followed that with two big songs off its fifth album, Point of Know Return, making Kansas a household name. However, drummer Phil Ehart says releasing three back-to-back hits was unintentional.
‘Point of Know Return’ featured 2 hit songs
Kansas released Point of Know Return in 1977. The studio album featured the band’s biggest hit, “Dust in the Wind,” and other fan favorites, including “Sparks of the Tempest” and “Closet Chronicles.” In a January 2023 conversation with Ultimate Classic Rock, Ehart explained how the title track became an unexpected hit.
“[Point of Know Return] was a title I came up with. I had no idea that Steve [Walsh] was going to base the song around the title. He said, ‘You mind if I use that title?’ I said, ‘We’re...
‘Point of Know Return’ featured 2 hit songs
Kansas released Point of Know Return in 1977. The studio album featured the band’s biggest hit, “Dust in the Wind,” and other fan favorites, including “Sparks of the Tempest” and “Closet Chronicles.” In a January 2023 conversation with Ultimate Classic Rock, Ehart explained how the title track became an unexpected hit.
“[Point of Know Return] was a title I came up with. I had no idea that Steve [Walsh] was going to base the song around the title. He said, ‘You mind if I use that title?’ I said, ‘We’re...
- 4/15/2023
- by Rose Burke
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Since its release in 1977, Kansas’s most notable song has inspired dozens of covers and adaptations. Musicians have transformed the hit “Dust in the Wind” into nearly every genre imaginable, including rap and electronica. While some bands wouldn’t find the constant rewriting of their music flattering, Kansas drummer Phil Ehart has a different opinion.
Phil Ehart shared his opinion on the covers of the Kansas song ‘Dust in the Wind’ Musician Phil Ehart (Drums) of Kansas performs as part of Kansas In Concert at Centro de Bellas Artes on February 21, 2016 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. | Gv Cruz/WireImage
Every kind of musician has covered “Dust in the Wind” at some point, from established artists to beginners and everyone in between. According to SecondHandSongs, over 100 bands and musicians have covered the song, starting with Irish singer Mary O’Hara in 1978. Other notable musicians to cover the Kansas hit include German opera singer Peter Hofmann,...
Phil Ehart shared his opinion on the covers of the Kansas song ‘Dust in the Wind’ Musician Phil Ehart (Drums) of Kansas performs as part of Kansas In Concert at Centro de Bellas Artes on February 21, 2016 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. | Gv Cruz/WireImage
Every kind of musician has covered “Dust in the Wind” at some point, from established artists to beginners and everyone in between. According to SecondHandSongs, over 100 bands and musicians have covered the song, starting with Irish singer Mary O’Hara in 1978. Other notable musicians to cover the Kansas hit include German opera singer Peter Hofmann,...
- 4/12/2023
- by Rose Burke
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Kansas guitarist Rich Williams joined the band known for its rotating roster in 1972. He’s one of the few among his bandmates to stick around since the early days, ensuring he crossed paths with dozens of incredible musicians over the decades. As it turns out, a particular music legend stuck out more than others.
Rich Williams called working with Steve Morse ‘terrifying’ Rich Williams | Scott Dudelson/Getty Images
Renowned guitarist Steve Morse joined Kansas in the mid-’80s, which Williams recently admitted intimidated him. In an interview with Guitar World, he recalled what it was like working with the Morse on Power, the band’s first album to feature them both.
“When we first started rehearsing in Phil [Ehart] ‘s basement, I was sitting down with Steve, and he had just been awarded the best guitar player ever for the third year in a row and was now in the Hall of Fame.
Rich Williams called working with Steve Morse ‘terrifying’ Rich Williams | Scott Dudelson/Getty Images
Renowned guitarist Steve Morse joined Kansas in the mid-’80s, which Williams recently admitted intimidated him. In an interview with Guitar World, he recalled what it was like working with the Morse on Power, the band’s first album to feature them both.
“When we first started rehearsing in Phil [Ehart] ‘s basement, I was sitting down with Steve, and he had just been awarded the best guitar player ever for the third year in a row and was now in the Hall of Fame.
- 4/6/2023
- by Rose Burke
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Kansas fans may find it hard to believe the band never had a number one hit song, despite releasing catchy tunes that would still play on the radio decades later. The progressive rock band is best known for their hit single “Carry On Wayward Son,” but even this classic song didn’t crack the Top 10. Instead, it was another track by Kansas that reached number six on music charts and became the band’s highest-charting song.
‘Dust in the Wind’ by Kansas landed the number six spot in 1978 Musicians Rich Williams, Tom Brislin, Billy Greer, Phil Ehart, David Ragsdale and Ronnie Platt of the classic rock band Kansas perform onstage in 2022 I Scott Dudelson/Getty Images
Released in 1978, “Dust in the Wind” peaked at number six on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, remaining on the list for 20 weeks. Its success stunned band members, including the song’s writer Kerry Livgren. During...
‘Dust in the Wind’ by Kansas landed the number six spot in 1978 Musicians Rich Williams, Tom Brislin, Billy Greer, Phil Ehart, David Ragsdale and Ronnie Platt of the classic rock band Kansas perform onstage in 2022 I Scott Dudelson/Getty Images
Released in 1978, “Dust in the Wind” peaked at number six on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, remaining on the list for 20 weeks. Its success stunned band members, including the song’s writer Kerry Livgren. During...
- 3/19/2023
- by Rose Burke
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
The official video for Kansas’ “Dust in the Wind” is typical of many music videos from the late Seventies: There’s an endless amount of hair, a few questionably ruffled tuxedo shirts, and some more hair. In the same way that Journey’s 1978 video for “Lights” humorously featured light literally beaming out of the band members’ extravagant outfits, the Kansas clip uses a fog machine to dramatically represent all that dust in the wind.
But this is a song about living in the moment — so why not check out a...
But this is a song about living in the moment — so why not check out a...
- 7/19/2021
- by Angie Martoccio
- Rollingstone.com
Robby Steinhardt, violinist and co-lead vocalist of the rock outfit Kansas, died Saturday, July 17th. He was 71.
Steinhardt’s wife, Cindy Steinhardt, confirmed his death on Facebook. Cindy said Steinhardt was admitted to the hospital with acute pancreatitis in May. Not long after, he went into acute septic shock and was placed on life support, and although the outlook was “very grave” at the time, he managed to recover. However, several months later, just as he was about to be released from medical care and moved to a rehab center,...
Steinhardt’s wife, Cindy Steinhardt, confirmed his death on Facebook. Cindy said Steinhardt was admitted to the hospital with acute pancreatitis in May. Not long after, he went into acute septic shock and was placed on life support, and although the outlook was “very grave” at the time, he managed to recover. However, several months later, just as he was about to be released from medical care and moved to a rehab center,...
- 7/19/2021
- by Jon Blistein
- Rollingstone.com
We’ve got questions, and you’ve (maybe) got answers! With another week of TV gone by, we’re lobbing queries left and right about shows including Twin Peaks, Preacher, Casual and Arrow!
But first, some Qs coming out of San Diego Comic-Con:
1 | Does anyone not think that that Morgan saying “I don’t die” in The Walking Dead’s trailer dooms him?
2 | Kansas performing “Carry on Wayward Son” in Hall H: Peak Supernatural moment? Like, how do they even come close to topping that next year?
3 | Who would you award Miss/Mister Congeniality, of the many who passed through TVLine’s video suite?...
But first, some Qs coming out of San Diego Comic-Con:
1 | Does anyone not think that that Morgan saying “I don’t die” in The Walking Dead’s trailer dooms him?
2 | Kansas performing “Carry on Wayward Son” in Hall H: Peak Supernatural moment? Like, how do they even come close to topping that next year?
3 | Who would you award Miss/Mister Congeniality, of the many who passed through TVLine’s video suite?...
- 7/28/2017
- TVLine.com
As if the arrival of Lucifer’s offspring — not to mention, the losses of pal Castiel, mom Mary and frenemy Crowley — wasn’t enough for the Winchesters to contend with, Supernatural is also pitting Dean and Sam against a familiar enemy in Season 13.
VideosSupernatural @ Comic-Con: Lucifer’s Spawn Stirs Debate, ‘Cool’ Returns — Plus, Watch Kansas’ Performance!
“[Lucifer’s child] Jack is not the biggest threat they are dealing with,” executive producer Andrew Dabb revealed during a San Diego Comic-Con interview. While the Ep declined to identify which evildoer gets that special title, he hinted that “it’s an old — let’s call...
VideosSupernatural @ Comic-Con: Lucifer’s Spawn Stirs Debate, ‘Cool’ Returns — Plus, Watch Kansas’ Performance!
“[Lucifer’s child] Jack is not the biggest threat they are dealing with,” executive producer Andrew Dabb revealed during a San Diego Comic-Con interview. While the Ep declined to identify which evildoer gets that special title, he hinted that “it’s an old — let’s call...
- 7/26/2017
- TVLine.com
Supernatural stars Jensen Ackles and Jared Padalecki took to social media to rave about the recent San Diego Comic Con, particularly Kansas' live performance of "Carry on Wayward Son," which is basically the unofficial theme song of the series.
- 7/25/2017
- by editor@buddytv.com
- buddytv.com
After a Supernatural panel that included a live performance by Kansas, actors Jensen Ackles, Jared Padalecki and Misha Collins joined producers Robert Singer and Andrew Dabb for the show’s press room, which gave us an opportunity to learn more about Lucifer’s son, how Mary will survive in the alternate world, the upcoming Supernatural spin-off and […]...
- 7/23/2017
- by Clarissa
- The TV Addict
Drama surrounding the Winchester boys’ mom will be at the center of the upcoming Season 13 for “Supernatural.” The stars and producers of the long-running CW drama gathered for a San Diego Comic-Con panel on Saturday, which kicked off with the rock band Kansas performing a live version of “Carry on Wayward Son,” the show’s unofficial theme song. Co-showrunner Bob Singer teased the outcome of the Season 12 finale, which left Mary Winchester (Samantha Smith) trapped in a rift with Lucifer. Singer told the crowd that Mary is definitely not dead… but conflict arises between her sons, Sam (Jared Padalecki) and Dean.
- 7/23/2017
- by Ryan Gajewski
- The Wrap
Hall H was filled with a lot of “rock star” type celebrities during this year’s San Diego Comic-Con, but “Supernatural” brought some actual rock stars along for their Sdcc panel today… The band Kansas surprised those in attendance with a… Continue Reading →
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- 7/23/2017
- by Debi Moore
- DreadCentral.com
Fans of “Supernatural” got more than they bargained for during the show’s Comic-Con panel on Sunday, which kicked off with a surprise performance from rockers Kansas, whose 1976 hit “Carry on My Wayward Son” has been a staple of the show for years. Following the performance (which can be seen courtesy of the fan-shot video […]...
- 7/23/2017
- by Brent Furdyk
- ET Canada
Coming off a very deadly season finale and news of a potential spinoff, the Supernatural cast and crew had plenty to talk about during their San Diego Comic-Con panel on Sunday. Plus, there was a live Kansas rock concert!
RelatedSupernatural Spinoff: Kathryn Newton’s Claire, 3 Others Join Backdoor Pilot
Read on for scoop about Castiel’s fate, the Winchester’s demon spawn problem, a long-awaited return and more:
* “Misha [Collins] had become a bit of a prima donna,” Ep Robert Singer joked about Castiel’s death. In all seriousness: “We say when we write these things, you have to go where the story takes you.
RelatedSupernatural Spinoff: Kathryn Newton’s Claire, 3 Others Join Backdoor Pilot
Read on for scoop about Castiel’s fate, the Winchester’s demon spawn problem, a long-awaited return and more:
* “Misha [Collins] had become a bit of a prima donna,” Ep Robert Singer joked about Castiel’s death. In all seriousness: “We say when we write these things, you have to go where the story takes you.
- 7/23/2017
- TVLine.com
The CW sci-fi series Supernatural kicked off the final day of Comic-Con with a spectacular presentation. Starting with a clip of show stars Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles — as themselves — headed down to Comic-Con’s Hall H. They cracked jokes and drove off, but as the screen went black, legendary rock band Kansas of the ’70 and ’80s started blaring the de facto theme song of the series “Carry On My Wayward Son” on the Hall H stage. The crowd erupted with applause as…...
- 7/23/2017
- Deadline TV
Supernatural fans camped out all night (some camped all day and all night) to get the coveted front row seats at Sunday's annual San Diego Comic-Con panel in Hall H, but they never expected to grab front row seats at a Kansas concert on top of that.
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- 7/23/2017
- by Lindsay Macdonald
- TVGuide - Breaking News
James Corden and The Big Bang Theory's Jim Parsons were overcome by emotion, frilly costumes and massive hair recreating the dramatic music video for Kansas' "Dust In the Wind" on The Late Late Show Wednesday.
The hilarious homage to the Bruce Gowers-directed clip found Corden portraying singer Steve Walsh and Parsons as violinist Robby Steinhardt. The pair stood tall in a smoky room harmonizing the classic rock staple alongside two other performers dutifully serving as Kansas guitarists Rich Williams and Kerry Livgren.
What started as a seemingly...
The hilarious homage to the Bruce Gowers-directed clip found Corden portraying singer Steve Walsh and Parsons as violinist Robby Steinhardt. The pair stood tall in a smoky room harmonizing the classic rock staple alongside two other performers dutifully serving as Kansas guitarists Rich Williams and Kerry Livgren.
What started as a seemingly...
- 1/5/2017
- Rollingstone.com
Whether you believe in true love or not, there's one thing we can all agree on: these wedding dresses are ah-may-zing.
Celebs pulled out all the stops this year to make sure that they not only had the perfect day but also the perfect gown, calling in big names like Victoria Beckham, Jenny Packham, and Vera Wang to make them stunning numbers for their nuptials.
Though all of the looks were gorgeous in their own right, there was two clear themes to 2016's gowns: boho chic and luxe glam. In fact, quite a few ladies even combined the two, which meant miles of jaw-dropping lace and plenty of intricate beading and florals that beg for a closer look.
Exclusive: Eva Longoria Dishes on 'Magical' Wedding Surprises and Always Being Open to Love
Take a look at our 14 favorite wedding gowns from this year:
1. Eva Longoria
It pays to have Victoria Beckham as your Bff! For her May...
Celebs pulled out all the stops this year to make sure that they not only had the perfect day but also the perfect gown, calling in big names like Victoria Beckham, Jenny Packham, and Vera Wang to make them stunning numbers for their nuptials.
Though all of the looks were gorgeous in their own right, there was two clear themes to 2016's gowns: boho chic and luxe glam. In fact, quite a few ladies even combined the two, which meant miles of jaw-dropping lace and plenty of intricate beading and florals that beg for a closer look.
Exclusive: Eva Longoria Dishes on 'Magical' Wedding Surprises and Always Being Open to Love
Take a look at our 14 favorite wedding gowns from this year:
1. Eva Longoria
It pays to have Victoria Beckham as your Bff! For her May...
- 12/8/2016
- Entertainment Tonight
Net 8Pm 8:30Pm 9Pm 9:30Pm 10Pm 10:30Pm ABC Toy Story That Time Forgot Shrek the Halls The Great American Baking Show Notorious CBS The Big Bang Theory The Great Indoors Mom Life in Pieces Pure Genius CW DC’s Legends of Tomorrow Supernatural Fox Taraji’s White Hot Holidays Pitch NBC Football Night in Kansas City Thursday […]...
- 12/8/2016
- by theTVaddict
- The TV Addict
Mike Cecchini Dec 8, 2016
An idea for a Supernatural/Smallville crossover wasn't exactly what you might expect.
Supernatural is currently enjoying its 12th season, and there's no end in sight. Smallville, the show that arguably made the CW into the genre show haven it has since become (and perhaps helped make Supernatural possible), took its final bow at the end of its 10th season.
Now imagine, if you will, a crossover between the two shows. It's easy if you try (sorry), especially given how crossover happy the CW is with their current crop of superhero TV shows. And why shouldn't they be? They're absolutely killing it in the ratings. But a Supernatural/Smallville crossover would have come at a time when such exercises weren't necessarily a slam dunk.
Now, keep in mind we're not talking about something as basic as the Winchester boys making a pitstop in Smallville, Kansas and teaming...
An idea for a Supernatural/Smallville crossover wasn't exactly what you might expect.
Supernatural is currently enjoying its 12th season, and there's no end in sight. Smallville, the show that arguably made the CW into the genre show haven it has since become (and perhaps helped make Supernatural possible), took its final bow at the end of its 10th season.
Now imagine, if you will, a crossover between the two shows. It's easy if you try (sorry), especially given how crossover happy the CW is with their current crop of superhero TV shows. And why shouldn't they be? They're absolutely killing it in the ratings. But a Supernatural/Smallville crossover would have come at a time when such exercises weren't necessarily a slam dunk.
Now, keep in mind we're not talking about something as basic as the Winchester boys making a pitstop in Smallville, Kansas and teaming...
- 12/5/2016
- Den of Geek
November 11 is Veterans Day, but it hasn’t always been. Our current conception of the day was the work of a few dedicated individuals, many of whom are not known by the general public. So let’s dive into how the holiday came about.
Though the Treaty of Versailles, which officially ended World War I, was signed on June 28, 1919, the Allied nations and Germany actually reached an armistice — or a temporary stop to fighting — on Nov. 11, 1918. (The eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, by the way.)
It was President Woodrow Wilson who proclaimed the date Armistice...
Though the Treaty of Versailles, which officially ended World War I, was signed on June 28, 1919, the Allied nations and Germany actually reached an armistice — or a temporary stop to fighting — on Nov. 11, 1918. (The eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, by the way.)
It was President Woodrow Wilson who proclaimed the date Armistice...
- 11/11/2016
- by alexheigl
- PEOPLE.com
Michael Massee, the character actor sadly remembered for his role in the accidental death of Bruce Lee’s son, has died at the age of 61.
Massee’s death was reportedly first announced by actor Anthony Delon — who recently costarred with Massee on the French TV series Interventions — and later confirmed by The Hollywood Reporter. The details of his death were not disclosed.
While acting in just his second feature film, the cult-classic The Crow, Massee fired a faulty prop revolver at the film’s star, Brandon Lee, the son world-famous actor and martial artist Bruce Lee. Unbeknownst to Massee, the gun fired a live round,...
Massee’s death was reportedly first announced by actor Anthony Delon — who recently costarred with Massee on the French TV series Interventions — and later confirmed by The Hollywood Reporter. The details of his death were not disclosed.
While acting in just his second feature film, the cult-classic The Crow, Massee fired a faulty prop revolver at the film’s star, Brandon Lee, the son world-famous actor and martial artist Bruce Lee. Unbeknownst to Massee, the gun fired a live round,...
- 10/26/2016
- by m34miller
- PEOPLE.com
Paul Rudd is a total fanboy – for David Letterman.
During an appearance on Late Show with David Letterman, Rudd, 46, proudly admitted to his three-decade membership in the Letterman fan club.
"About 30 years ago, when you first started the show, back when the [Kansas City] Royals were in the World Series, I joined the David Letterman fan club," Rudd said.
The Ant-Man star confessed he doubted the authenticity of the club, which Letterman said they had to issue a cease-and-desist order against.
Rudd still enjoyed the perks of his membership, though: "What it included was a pin, a collapsible drinking cup,...
During an appearance on Late Show with David Letterman, Rudd, 46, proudly admitted to his three-decade membership in the Letterman fan club.
"About 30 years ago, when you first started the show, back when the [Kansas City] Royals were in the World Series, I joined the David Letterman fan club," Rudd said.
The Ant-Man star confessed he doubted the authenticity of the club, which Letterman said they had to issue a cease-and-desist order against.
Rudd still enjoyed the perks of his membership, though: "What it included was a pin, a collapsible drinking cup,...
- 4/22/2015
- by Lindsay Kimble, @lekimble
- People.com - TV Watch
“If there was singing – and that’s a big if – if there was singing, it would be classic rock, not this Andrew Floyd Webber crap.”
So says Supernatural‘s Dean, butchered name and all, when he and Sam stumble upon a all-girls high school musical adaptation of their lives, based on the published and unpublished works of Chuck – who makes a surprise reappearance! – in the CW series’ 200th episode Tuesday night.
Photos Supernatural Stars, Producers Reveal the Fallen Characters They’d Resurrect — and Who Should Stay Buried
But there was actually plenty to love about the hour – even Dean came...
So says Supernatural‘s Dean, butchered name and all, when he and Sam stumble upon a all-girls high school musical adaptation of their lives, based on the published and unpublished works of Chuck – who makes a surprise reappearance! – in the CW series’ 200th episode Tuesday night.
Photos Supernatural Stars, Producers Reveal the Fallen Characters They’d Resurrect — and Who Should Stay Buried
But there was actually plenty to love about the hour – even Dean came...
- 11/12/2014
- TVLine.com
The World Series gets underway tonight, and we know which celebrities will be watching.
The 2014 World Series between the Kansas City Royals and the San Francisco Giants finally kicks off Tuesday night.
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When it comes to October baseball, it doesn’t get any better than this. Everyone is ready, including the celebrities who just happen to be long time fans of either the Giants and the Royals.
Rooting for the Royals will be longtime fans Paul Rudd, Jason Sudeikis, and Rob Riggle, along with Anchorman star David Koechner and Modern Family’s Eric Stonestreet (who is also a big Los Angeles Dodgers fan). But it’s not just the team that means so much to these five guys, it’s Kansas City as well.
In 2010 Rob, Paul and Jason held their first Big Slick Celebrity Weekend, benefiting Children...
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The players are excited.
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The fans are ecstatic.
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When it comes to October baseball, it doesn’t get any better than this. Everyone is ready, including the celebrities who just happen to be long time fans of either the Giants and the Royals.
Rooting for the Royals will be longtime fans Paul Rudd, Jason Sudeikis, and Rob Riggle, along with Anchorman star David Koechner and Modern Family’s Eric Stonestreet (who is also a big Los Angeles Dodgers fan). But it’s not just the team that means so much to these five guys, it’s Kansas City as well.
In 2010 Rob, Paul and Jason held their first Big Slick Celebrity Weekend, benefiting Children...
- 10/21/2014
- Entertainment Tonight
Two San Francisco radio stations ban Lorde's song 'Royals' during the World Series.
Remember that time Lorde wrote a song praising the World Series contenders from Kansas City called 'Royals'?
Oh, you're saying that song had nothing to do with baseball at all?
Video: Lorde Releases New Single From The Hunger Games
Well, someone might want to tell that to Kfog and Koit, two radio stations in San Francisco who will not be playing the song at any time during the 2014 World Series, where the Sf Giants will face off against the Kansas City Royals.
Both stations tweeted the news to their listeners that, at least for the duration of the series, "Royals" will find no airplay with them.
Thanks 4 your comments! #Lorde #Royals will be removed from the @965Koit playlist until the end of the World Series #GoGiants...
— 96.5 koit (@965Koit) October 17, 2014
No offense, Lorde, but for the duration of the World Series, Kfog Radio will...
Remember that time Lorde wrote a song praising the World Series contenders from Kansas City called 'Royals'?
Oh, you're saying that song had nothing to do with baseball at all?
Video: Lorde Releases New Single From The Hunger Games
Well, someone might want to tell that to Kfog and Koit, two radio stations in San Francisco who will not be playing the song at any time during the 2014 World Series, where the Sf Giants will face off against the Kansas City Royals.
Both stations tweeted the news to their listeners that, at least for the duration of the series, "Royals" will find no airplay with them.
Thanks 4 your comments! #Lorde #Royals will be removed from the @965Koit playlist until the end of the World Series #GoGiants...
— 96.5 koit (@965Koit) October 17, 2014
No offense, Lorde, but for the duration of the World Series, Kfog Radio will...
- 10/20/2014
- Entertainment Tonight
Why weren’t we in Kansas City last night!! After the Royals secured its spot in the World Series, Paul Rudd revealed that he is partying the night away… at his mom’s house.
During a post-game interview with a local news station, the “Anchorman” star expresses his excitement for his baseball team’s win and said, “I’ve lost my voice. But I’ve lost my voice pretty much every game since the Wild Card.”
When the reporter asked how Paul was going to celebrate the win, he excitedly said that he was headed to his mom’s house for a kegger.
“I’m gonna be partying at my mom’s house … party at my mom’s. She’s out of town. I got a keg, it’s gonna be sweet,” he told Kmbc after the Royals won 2-1 over the Baltimore Orioles, winning the American League title and...
During a post-game interview with a local news station, the “Anchorman” star expresses his excitement for his baseball team’s win and said, “I’ve lost my voice. But I’ve lost my voice pretty much every game since the Wild Card.”
When the reporter asked how Paul was going to celebrate the win, he excitedly said that he was headed to his mom’s house for a kegger.
“I’m gonna be partying at my mom’s house … party at my mom’s. She’s out of town. I got a keg, it’s gonna be sweet,” he told Kmbc after the Royals won 2-1 over the Baltimore Orioles, winning the American League title and...
- 10/16/2014
- GossipCenter
The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and it’s time to crack open the windows after so many long months. Ah, springtime, when a young man’s (and many not so young) thoughts turn to … baseball. Well, it turns out that many in Hollywood have the old “horse-hide” on the brain too. This favorite American pastime has graced the big screen many times from light comedies such as Alibi Ike and Major League to heavy dramas like Bang The Drum Slowly. One classic flick, The Natural, could be classified a Fantasy allegory while another, Bull Durham, is a sexy bedroom romp. Of course, film makers have chosen to tell several real-life stories of the diamond with Pride Of The Yankees (Lou Gehrig’s tale), a couple of Babe Ruth biopics, and the lady players of World War II in A League Of Their Own. Now Brian Helgeland (The Order...
- 4/12/2013
- by Jim Batts
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
This weekend, Disney adds a blockbuster prequel to the magical world of Oz adventure with "Oz the Great and Powerful." Sam Raimi directs James Franco as the titular Oz, exploring how he became a giant, smoke-billowing head. Before he was the man behind the curtain that you were advised to pay no attention to, he was a two-bit carnival magician, conning audiences out of their money, and women out of their hearts. But then a mysterious tornado whisked him away to the Emerald City and into the middle of a battle between Glinda the Good-Witch (played by Michelle Williams) and the Wicked Witches of the East and West (played Rachel Weisz and Mila Kunis). The movie has some big ruby slippers to fill (but you won't see them in the film), so how does it play out? Moviefone breaks down the ten things you need to know about "Oz the Great and Powerful.
- 3/7/2013
- by Eric Larnick
- Moviefone
Though "Scrubs" ended its impressive, nearly decade-long run three years ago, its star Zach Braff has only done a TV cameo here and there, and wowed in the little-seen 2010 Canadian drama The High Cost of Living, but his next part in Oz: The Great and Powerful will be his most visible role in years, even if he is playing a CGI monkey for most of the movie.
The actor plays mutton-chopped assistant Frank, who helps James Franco's small-time charlatan with big-time dreams pull off carnival shows in the black and white Kansas-set opening, and then turns into Oz's flying primate pal Finley when the top-hatted magician blows into the wondrous, chromatic town that bears his name.
It's a candy-coloured, 3D world that director Sam Raimi creates for the prequel to The Wizard of Oz and Braff admitted he was enchanted by the elaborate sets where he and Franco...
The actor plays mutton-chopped assistant Frank, who helps James Franco's small-time charlatan with big-time dreams pull off carnival shows in the black and white Kansas-set opening, and then turns into Oz's flying primate pal Finley when the top-hatted magician blows into the wondrous, chromatic town that bears his name.
It's a candy-coloured, 3D world that director Sam Raimi creates for the prequel to The Wizard of Oz and Braff admitted he was enchanted by the elaborate sets where he and Franco...
- 3/5/2013
- by Andrea Miller
- Cineplex
Director Robert Altman.
Robert Altman: Eclectic Maverick
By
Alex Simon
Editor’s note: This article originally appeared in the April 1999 issue of Venice Magazine.
It's the Fall of 1977 and I'm a bored and rebellious ten year old in search of a new movie to occupy my underworked and creativity-starved brain, feeling far too mature for previous favorites Wily Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971) and Return of the Pink Panther (1975), and wanting something more up-to-date and edgy than Chaplin's City Lights (1931). I needed a movie to call my favorite that would be symbolic of my own new-found manhood (and something that would really piss off my parents and teachers). Mom and Dad were going out for the evening, leaving me with whatever unfortunate baby-sitter happened to need the $10 badly enough to play mother hen to an obnoxiously precocious only child like myself. I scanned the TV Guide for what...
Robert Altman: Eclectic Maverick
By
Alex Simon
Editor’s note: This article originally appeared in the April 1999 issue of Venice Magazine.
It's the Fall of 1977 and I'm a bored and rebellious ten year old in search of a new movie to occupy my underworked and creativity-starved brain, feeling far too mature for previous favorites Wily Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971) and Return of the Pink Panther (1975), and wanting something more up-to-date and edgy than Chaplin's City Lights (1931). I needed a movie to call my favorite that would be symbolic of my own new-found manhood (and something that would really piss off my parents and teachers). Mom and Dad were going out for the evening, leaving me with whatever unfortunate baby-sitter happened to need the $10 badly enough to play mother hen to an obnoxiously precocious only child like myself. I scanned the TV Guide for what...
- 2/15/2013
- by The Hollywood Interview.com
- The Hollywood Interview
RuPaul gets to tell a new cast to "Lipsynch for their lives" in a new season of RuPaul's Drag Race.
News
Deadline reports that AMC is thinking of creating Talking Bad, which would follow Breaking Bad's final eight episodes the way Talking Dead does with The Walking Dead. Whoever hosts better be funny enough to help viewers recover from the bleak feelings an episode of Breaking Bad inspires.
American Idol is facing a lawsuit that claims racial bias on the part of the show's producers. The focus of the lawsuit is the nine competitors who have been publicly disqualified in the show's history, all of whom have been African-American.
In its continued quest to find a series that captures that Hunger Games-zeitgeist, the CW has ordered a pilot for a show about 100 juvenile delinquents who are sent to check if humans can return to living on earth a hundred...
News
Deadline reports that AMC is thinking of creating Talking Bad, which would follow Breaking Bad's final eight episodes the way Talking Dead does with The Walking Dead. Whoever hosts better be funny enough to help viewers recover from the bleak feelings an episode of Breaking Bad inspires.
American Idol is facing a lawsuit that claims racial bias on the part of the show's producers. The focus of the lawsuit is the nine competitors who have been publicly disqualified in the show's history, all of whom have been African-American.
In its continued quest to find a series that captures that Hunger Games-zeitgeist, the CW has ordered a pilot for a show about 100 juvenile delinquents who are sent to check if humans can return to living on earth a hundred...
- 1/28/2013
- by LyleMasaki
- The Backlot
More love for Paul Thomas Anderson's "The Master." This time, the Kansas City Film Critics Circle showered the movie with the Best Film trophy and Best Original Screenplay for Anderson. But Anne Hathaway received love too! The actress has been collecting Best Supporting Actress awards for her wonderful performance as Fantine in "Les Miserables."
Here's the complete list of winners of the 2012 Kansas City Film Critics Circle Awards. For a complete list of winners/nominees of other award-giving bodies, click here:
Best Film
The Master
Robert Altman Award for Best Director
Ang Lee
Life of Pi
Best Actress
Jennifer Lawrence
Silver Linings Playbook
Best Actor
Daniel Day-Lewis
Lincoln
Best Supporting Actress
Anne Hathaway
Les Miserables
Best Supporting Actor
Philip Seymour Hoffman
The Master
Best Adapted Screenplay
Chris Terrio
Argo
Best Original Screenplay
Paul Thomas Anderson
The Master
Best Foreign Language Film
Amour
(Austria/France)
Vince Koehler Award for Best Science Fiction,...
Here's the complete list of winners of the 2012 Kansas City Film Critics Circle Awards. For a complete list of winners/nominees of other award-giving bodies, click here:
Best Film
The Master
Robert Altman Award for Best Director
Ang Lee
Life of Pi
Best Actress
Jennifer Lawrence
Silver Linings Playbook
Best Actor
Daniel Day-Lewis
Lincoln
Best Supporting Actress
Anne Hathaway
Les Miserables
Best Supporting Actor
Philip Seymour Hoffman
The Master
Best Adapted Screenplay
Chris Terrio
Argo
Best Original Screenplay
Paul Thomas Anderson
The Master
Best Foreign Language Film
Amour
(Austria/France)
Vince Koehler Award for Best Science Fiction,...
- 12/18/2012
- by Manny
- Manny the Movie Guy
Both the Kansas City Film Critics Circle and the San Francisco Film Critics Circle announced their annual awards this evening, naming Paul Thomas Anderson’s The Master the best picture of 2012. The film also received Best Supporting Actor and Best Original Screenplay from Kansas City, while also taking Best Actor from San Francisco.
Kansas City didn’t really hold any other surprises other than an award that we don’t see much among critics groups, one awarded to the Best Science Fiction, Fantasy, or Horror Film of the Year. The recipient was the outstanding The Cabin in the Woods.
San Francisco spread their awards out quite a bit, giving two to several films including Zero Dark Thirty (Best Director and Best Original Screenplay), Lincoln (Best Supporting Actor and Best Adapted Screenplay), and Amour (Best Actress and Best Foreign Language Film).
It’s very interesting how Zero Dark Thirty‘s reign...
Kansas City didn’t really hold any other surprises other than an award that we don’t see much among critics groups, one awarded to the Best Science Fiction, Fantasy, or Horror Film of the Year. The recipient was the outstanding The Cabin in the Woods.
San Francisco spread their awards out quite a bit, giving two to several films including Zero Dark Thirty (Best Director and Best Original Screenplay), Lincoln (Best Supporting Actor and Best Adapted Screenplay), and Amour (Best Actress and Best Foreign Language Film).
It’s very interesting how Zero Dark Thirty‘s reign...
- 12/17/2012
- by Jeff Beck
- We Got This Covered
Welcome back to our weekly look at the new podcasts available at our “partners in podcast crime” the GeekCast Radio Network. As usual here’s our weekly look at the podcasts from Gcrn, This Week in Geek and the latest toy review videos from Baltmatrix, with descriptions and links to each and every podcast for your audio/visual pleasure!
Gcr – Episode 34 – Music Spotlight – One Hit Wonders
GeekCast Radio Episode 34 is filled with wonders! One Hit Wonders that is! Join TFG1Mike and Optibotimus as they explore what a one hit wonder is, and we also talk about the one hit wonders we love listening to.
Gcr – Special Episode – Heavy Metal
Metal Mania has taken over! Join Music’s Mr. Neil, TFG1Mike, and Chuckdawg1999, as they talk all things metal in music.
M.A.S.K.E.D. M.A.Y.H.E.M. – Episode 05
In Episode 05 we find out...
Gcr – Episode 34 – Music Spotlight – One Hit Wonders
GeekCast Radio Episode 34 is filled with wonders! One Hit Wonders that is! Join TFG1Mike and Optibotimus as they explore what a one hit wonder is, and we also talk about the one hit wonders we love listening to.
Gcr – Special Episode – Heavy Metal
Metal Mania has taken over! Join Music’s Mr. Neil, TFG1Mike, and Chuckdawg1999, as they talk all things metal in music.
M.A.S.K.E.D. M.A.Y.H.E.M. – Episode 05
In Episode 05 we find out...
- 5/24/2012
- by Phil
- Nerdly
Ryan Reynolds is in final discussions to play the title role in the reboot of Highlander. I used to love the television show, but this feels like another unnecessary reboot.
The NAACP has passed a resolution supporting marriage equality. “Civil marriage is a civil right and a matter of civil law,” says NAACP president Benjamin Todd Jealous.
As the Facebook Ipo fizzled (funny how a magic $100 billion appearing is a fizzle), Bono was reportedly set to reap a lot of money through his Elevation Partners, which purchased 2.3% of the company two years ago. Word was, he'd become the world's richest musician, surpassing Sir Paul McCartney's $1 billion net worth. But Bono says that the stock is owned by many partners, and the news of his ascension to billionaire is grossly exaggerated.
As sentencing approaches for Dharun Ravi in the death of Tyler Clementi, support for leniency is appearing from many gay voices,...
The NAACP has passed a resolution supporting marriage equality. “Civil marriage is a civil right and a matter of civil law,” says NAACP president Benjamin Todd Jealous.
As the Facebook Ipo fizzled (funny how a magic $100 billion appearing is a fizzle), Bono was reportedly set to reap a lot of money through his Elevation Partners, which purchased 2.3% of the company two years ago. Word was, he'd become the world's richest musician, surpassing Sir Paul McCartney's $1 billion net worth. But Bono says that the stock is owned by many partners, and the news of his ascension to billionaire is grossly exaggerated.
As sentencing approaches for Dharun Ravi in the death of Tyler Clementi, support for leniency is appearing from many gay voices,...
- 5/20/2012
- by lostinmiami
- The Backlot
About 56.6% of Disney‘s shares were cast in favor of its controversial executive compensation plan while 42.8% opposed — down from last year when 76.8% supported and 22.7% opposed – according to the preliminary results announced today at the annual meeting in Kansas City. Shareholders also elected the company’s slate of directors; numbers weren’t broken out for each member. Executive pay became a big issue this year after corporate governance analysts Institutional Shareholder Services (Iss) and Glass Lewis & Co urged investors to oppose the package in an advisory vote. Glass Lewis gave Disney a “D” grade on its pay-for-performance analysis — the fourth consecutive year Disney got the grade. “Overall, the Company paid more than its peers, but performed moderately worse than its peers,” the firm said in a recent report. It urged a “no” vote “to signal dissatisfaction with the Company’s executive compensation program and to compel the board and the compensation committee to take corrective action.
- 3/13/2012
- by DAVID LIEBERMAN, Executive Editor
- Deadline TV
Lisa Lampanelli had a cautionary tale about Twitter for David Letterman on "Late Show" (Weeknights, 11:35 p.m. Est on CBS). Be careful what you Tweet or you might find yourself having to put your money where your mouth was. For Lampanelli, it was fifty grand.
It went down at a show in Topeka, Kansas after Lampanelli found out about a protest heading her way. "I find out these freaks called the Westboro Baptist Church are going to protest me 'cause they hate gays and I have a semi-gay following," she explained. "I say, Hey for all of you who come out -- all you damn protesters -- I'm donating a grand to the gay cause of my choice."
She Tweeted this expecting maybe seven or eight protesters to show up. Instead, 50 of them showed up. But donating $50,000 to a worthy cause isn't all bad. "Made me look good and...
It went down at a show in Topeka, Kansas after Lampanelli found out about a protest heading her way. "I find out these freaks called the Westboro Baptist Church are going to protest me 'cause they hate gays and I have a semi-gay following," she explained. "I say, Hey for all of you who come out -- all you damn protesters -- I'm donating a grand to the gay cause of my choice."
She Tweeted this expecting maybe seven or eight protesters to show up. Instead, 50 of them showed up. But donating $50,000 to a worthy cause isn't all bad. "Made me look good and...
- 1/4/2012
- by Jason Hughes
- Huffington Post
Lisa Lampanelli had a cautionary tale about Twitter for David Letterman on "Late Show" (Weeknights, 11:35 p.m. Est on CBS) -- be careful what you tweet or you might find yourself having to put your money where your mouth was. For Lampanelli, it was $50,000.
At a show in Topeka, Kansas, Lampanelli found out about a protest heading her way. "I find out these freaks called the Westboro Baptist Church are going to protest me 'cause they hate gays and I have a semi-gay following," she explained. "I say, 'Hey for all of you who come out -- all you damn protesters -- I'm donating a grand to the gay cause of my choice.'"
She tweeted this, expecting maybe seven or eight protesters to show up. Instead, 50 of them showed up. But donating $50,000 to a worthy cause isn't all bad. "Made me look good and nobody called me fat...
At a show in Topeka, Kansas, Lampanelli found out about a protest heading her way. "I find out these freaks called the Westboro Baptist Church are going to protest me 'cause they hate gays and I have a semi-gay following," she explained. "I say, 'Hey for all of you who come out -- all you damn protesters -- I'm donating a grand to the gay cause of my choice.'"
She tweeted this, expecting maybe seven or eight protesters to show up. Instead, 50 of them showed up. But donating $50,000 to a worthy cause isn't all bad. "Made me look good and nobody called me fat...
- 1/4/2012
- by Jason Hughes
- Aol TV.
As Iraq War veteran J.R. Martinez hoisted the "Dancing With The Stars" Mirror Ball on Tuesday, countless injured warriors and burn victims walked away with the inspiration to carry on.
"I think J.R. has made an incredibly bold statement to the world, and especially to wounded warriors, that no matter what happens, you can overcome it," military psychologist Tony Franklin told the Leaf Chronicle.
Martinez had every excuse to shy away from the spotlight and just give up hope.
When Martinez's Humvee truck ran over a landmine in Iraq when he was 19, he suffered a coma and intense burns on more than 40 percent of his body. He spent more than two years in the hospital and underwent 33 surgeries, which included painful skin grafts and tissue expansions.
The veteran told the Houston Chronicle that he would cry and yell, "Why are you doing this to me? I don’t even know you!
"I think J.R. has made an incredibly bold statement to the world, and especially to wounded warriors, that no matter what happens, you can overcome it," military psychologist Tony Franklin told the Leaf Chronicle.
Martinez had every excuse to shy away from the spotlight and just give up hope.
When Martinez's Humvee truck ran over a landmine in Iraq when he was 19, he suffered a coma and intense burns on more than 40 percent of his body. He spent more than two years in the hospital and underwent 33 surgeries, which included painful skin grafts and tissue expansions.
The veteran told the Houston Chronicle that he would cry and yell, "Why are you doing this to me? I don’t even know you!
- 11/23/2011
- by Eleanor Goldberg
- Huffington Post
System failing. Too much TV. Abort! Abort!
Anyone else feeling a little overwhelmed by all the amazing television this week? Well, buck up, sissy pants! Fall TV is not for the weak. It’s for the bravest, strongest, most wonderfully reclusive individuals. Together we will conquer.
That said, I need your help. Be sure you’re sending in your scoop requests, sharing your TV ponderings, and telling me your general shows of interest so I can make sure I’m filling your need for scoops during this hectic TV time. (Send e-mails to spoilerroom@ew.com or follow me on Twitter: @EWSandraG) Until next week!
Anyone else feeling a little overwhelmed by all the amazing television this week? Well, buck up, sissy pants! Fall TV is not for the weak. It’s for the bravest, strongest, most wonderfully reclusive individuals. Together we will conquer.
That said, I need your help. Be sure you’re sending in your scoop requests, sharing your TV ponderings, and telling me your general shows of interest so I can make sure I’m filling your need for scoops during this hectic TV time. (Send e-mails to spoilerroom@ew.com or follow me on Twitter: @EWSandraG) Until next week!
- 9/23/2011
- by Sandra Gonzalez
- EW - Inside TV
HollywoodNews.com: Our selected celebrity to be included in our “Hollywood Movie Photo Gallery of the Day” is Paul Rudd.
Paul Stephen Rudd (born April 6, 1969) is an American actor and screenwriter. He primarily appears in comedies, and is best known for his roles in the films Clueless, Wet Hot American Summer, Anchorman, Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers, The 40-Year-Old Virgin, Knocked Up, Dinner for Schmucks, The Object of My Affection, Role Models, I Love You, Man and How Do You Know.
Paul Rudd ◄ Back Next ►Picture 1 of 11
Paul Rudd in "Our Idiot Brother"
Rudd was born in Passaic, New Jersey. His parents, who emigrated from England, were Jewish, and Rudd had a bar mitzvah celebration. His ancestors had moved from Russia and Poland to England, and his family’s original surname, “Rudnitzky”, was changed by his grandfather to “Rudd”. Rudd’s father, Michael, was a historical tour guide who...
Paul Stephen Rudd (born April 6, 1969) is an American actor and screenwriter. He primarily appears in comedies, and is best known for his roles in the films Clueless, Wet Hot American Summer, Anchorman, Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers, The 40-Year-Old Virgin, Knocked Up, Dinner for Schmucks, The Object of My Affection, Role Models, I Love You, Man and How Do You Know.
Paul Rudd ◄ Back Next ►Picture 1 of 11
Paul Rudd in "Our Idiot Brother"
Rudd was born in Passaic, New Jersey. His parents, who emigrated from England, were Jewish, and Rudd had a bar mitzvah celebration. His ancestors had moved from Russia and Poland to England, and his family’s original surname, “Rudnitzky”, was changed by his grandfather to “Rudd”. Rudd’s father, Michael, was a historical tour guide who...
- 8/28/2011
- by Anastasia Alvarado
- Hollywoodnews.com
Bruce Campbell will star in another one of Sam Raimi’s films. On Campbell’s Twitter feed, he announced that Raimi gave him an important role in the upcoming prequel film “Oz: The Great and Powerful.” “I. Am. In. Oz. Sam Raimi refuses to tell me what character I will portray. Just know that the role is Pivotal,” wrote Campbell on his Twitter account at @GroovyBruce. The cast already includes James Franco (“127 Hours”), Mila Kunis (“Black Swan”), Rachel Weisz (“The Constant Gardener”), Michelle Williams (“Brokeback Mountain”), Zach Braff (“Scrubs”) and Joey King (“Ramona and Beezus”). Here is the official synopsis: “Oz: The Great and Powerful” imagines the origins of L. Frank Baum’s beloved character, the Wizard of Oz. When Oscar Diggs (Franco), a small-time circus magician with dubious ethics, is hurled away from dusty Kansas to the vibrant Land of Oz, he thinks he’s hit the jackpot—fame...
- 8/5/2011
- LRMonline.com
The last two bits of news we brought you about director Sam Raimi‘s forthcoming film, Oz The Great And Powerful were that Joey King and Zach Braff had joined the cast, as China Girl and Oz’s assistant respectively, and that iconic composer Danny Elfman would be scoring the film.
Now, Walt Disney Pictures has issued a press release to announce the start of production on the film, and it also includes an official synopsis. Check it out below!
Press Release:
“Oz The Great And Powerful” Begins Production In Michigan James Franco,Mila Kunis,Rachel Weisz,Michelle Williams
Topline Sam Raimi’s New Fantasy Adventure
Pontiac,Mi.,July 25,2011—Walt Disney Pictures’ fantastical adventure “Oz The Great and Powerful,” directed by Sam Raimi,went in front of the cameras at the brand-new Raleigh Studios in Pontiac,Michigan,on Monday,July 25,2011,boasting a stellar cast that includes Academy Award® nominee James Franco...
Now, Walt Disney Pictures has issued a press release to announce the start of production on the film, and it also includes an official synopsis. Check it out below!
Press Release:
“Oz The Great And Powerful” Begins Production In Michigan James Franco,Mila Kunis,Rachel Weisz,Michelle Williams
Topline Sam Raimi’s New Fantasy Adventure
Pontiac,Mi.,July 25,2011—Walt Disney Pictures’ fantastical adventure “Oz The Great and Powerful,” directed by Sam Raimi,went in front of the cameras at the brand-new Raleigh Studios in Pontiac,Michigan,on Monday,July 25,2011,boasting a stellar cast that includes Academy Award® nominee James Franco...
- 8/1/2011
- by Jason Moore
- ScifiMafia
The press release came in today announcing the commencement of shooting on Sam Raimi‘s Oz the Great and Powerful, which stars James Franco, Mila Kunis, Rachel Weisz and Michelle Williams. Cinematographer Peter Deming (Evil Dead II, Drag Me to Hell) is back on Raimi’s crew and along with him is an all star lineup of technical wizards including two-time Academy Award–winning production designer Robert Stromberg (Alice in Wonderland, Avatar), Oscar-winning film editor Bob Murawski (The Hurt Locker, the Spider-Man trilogy), veteran Oscar-nominated costume designer Gary Jones (Spider-Man 2), visual effects Oscar winner Scott Stokdyk (Spider-Man 2, Spider-Man) and Academy Award–winning special makeup artist Howard Berger (The Chronicles of Narnia series). Keep your eyes peeled for this bad boy because you know it will be nothing short of great. Below is the official press release. Enjoy!
Pontiac, Mi., July 26, 2011—Walt Disney Pictures’ fantastical adventure “Oz The Great and Powerful,...
Pontiac, Mi., July 26, 2011—Walt Disney Pictures’ fantastical adventure “Oz The Great and Powerful,...
- 7/27/2011
- by Ricky
- SoundOnSight
Walt Disney Studios has announced the production of Oz The Great and Powerful. The Sam Raimi fantasy adventure directed film will begin production in Michigan and has a cast of James Franco, Mila Kunis, Rachel Weisz, Michelle Williams, Zach Braff and Joey King. So far this is just your usual press release, cast announcements, crew members, and schedule release have all been included in it.
Walt Disney Pictures’ fantastical adventure “Oz The Great and Powerful,” directed by Sam Raimi, went in front of the cameras at the brand-new Raleigh Studios in Pontiac, Michigan, on Monday, July 25, 2011, boasting a stellar cast that includes Academy Award® nominee James Franco (“127 Hours”) as the young wizard, Golden Globe® nominee Mila Kunis (“Black Swan”) as the witch Theodora, Academy Award® winner Rachel Weisz (“The Constant Gardener”) as Kunis’ sister Evanora and two-time Oscar®-nominated actress Michelle Williams (“Brokeback Mountain,” “Blue Valentine”) as Glinda, the Good Witch.
Walt Disney Pictures’ fantastical adventure “Oz The Great and Powerful,” directed by Sam Raimi, went in front of the cameras at the brand-new Raleigh Studios in Pontiac, Michigan, on Monday, July 25, 2011, boasting a stellar cast that includes Academy Award® nominee James Franco (“127 Hours”) as the young wizard, Golden Globe® nominee Mila Kunis (“Black Swan”) as the witch Theodora, Academy Award® winner Rachel Weisz (“The Constant Gardener”) as Kunis’ sister Evanora and two-time Oscar®-nominated actress Michelle Williams (“Brokeback Mountain,” “Blue Valentine”) as Glinda, the Good Witch.
- 7/27/2011
- by Mike Lee
- FusedFilm
Pontiac, Mi., July 25, 2011—Walt Disney Pictures’ fantastical adventure Oz The Great and Powerful, directed by Sam Raimi, went in front of the cameras at the brand-new Raleigh Studios in Pontiac, Michigan, on Monday, July 25, 2011, boasting a stellar cast that includes Academy Award® nominee James Franco (127 Hours) as the young wizard, Golden Globe® nominee Mila Kunis (Black Swan) as the witch Theodora, Academy Award® winner Rachel Weisz (The Constant Gardener) as Kunis’ sister Evanora and two-time Oscar®-nominated actress Michelle Williams (Brokeback Mountain, Blue Valentine) as Glinda, the Good Witch.
The cast also includes Emmy® and Golden Globe® nominee Zach Braff (Scrubs, Garden State), who will play Franco’s circus assistant as well as lend his vocal talents to one of the CGI creatures in the story — Finley, the winged monkey who accompanies the magician on his journey to Oz; and 12-year-old actress Joey King (Ramona and Beezus), who will voice...
The cast also includes Emmy® and Golden Globe® nominee Zach Braff (Scrubs, Garden State), who will play Franco’s circus assistant as well as lend his vocal talents to one of the CGI creatures in the story — Finley, the winged monkey who accompanies the magician on his journey to Oz; and 12-year-old actress Joey King (Ramona and Beezus), who will voice...
- 7/27/2011
- by Robert Greenberger
- Comicmix.com
It's a fantasy land with the ultimate fantasy cast.
Filming began Tuesday on "Oz: The Great and Powerful," the star-studded new-spin prequel to "The Wizard of Oz," in Michigan, Disney announced. James Franco takes the lead as the young pre-Wizard, a magician who finds himself cast off into Oz. There he meets a sparkling group of sister witches -- both good and bad -- in Rachel Weisz as Evanora, Michelle Williams as Glinda and Mila Kunis as Theodora, and alongside his assistant, played by Zach Braff, he finds himself further and further immersed into the magical land.
The studio sent out a press release outlining the plot and other details, which you can find below:
Pontiac, Mi., July 25, 2011—Walt Disney Pictures’ fantastical adventure “Oz The Great and Powerful,” directed by Sam Raimi, went in front of the cameras at the brand-new Raleigh Studios in Pontiac, Michigan, on Monday, July 25, 2011, boasting...
Filming began Tuesday on "Oz: The Great and Powerful," the star-studded new-spin prequel to "The Wizard of Oz," in Michigan, Disney announced. James Franco takes the lead as the young pre-Wizard, a magician who finds himself cast off into Oz. There he meets a sparkling group of sister witches -- both good and bad -- in Rachel Weisz as Evanora, Michelle Williams as Glinda and Mila Kunis as Theodora, and alongside his assistant, played by Zach Braff, he finds himself further and further immersed into the magical land.
The studio sent out a press release outlining the plot and other details, which you can find below:
Pontiac, Mi., July 25, 2011—Walt Disney Pictures’ fantastical adventure “Oz The Great and Powerful,” directed by Sam Raimi, went in front of the cameras at the brand-new Raleigh Studios in Pontiac, Michigan, on Monday, July 25, 2011, boasting...
- 7/26/2011
- by Jordan Zakarin
- Huffington Post
Disney has announced that director Sam Raimi's new film Oz The Great and Powerful has started shooting in Michigan with actors James Franco, Mila Kunis, Rachel Weisz, Michelle Williams, Zach Braff and Joey King.
The studio also released an official plot synopsis for the film:
"Oz The Great and Powerful" imagines the origins of L. Frank Baum's beloved character, the Wizard of Oz. When Oscar Diggs (James Franco), a small-time circus magician with dubious ethics, is hurled away from dusty Kansas to the vibrant Land of Oz, he thinks he's hit the jackpot—fame and fortune are his for the taking—that is until he meets three witches, Theodora (Mila Kunis), Evanora (Rachel Weisz) and Glinda (Michelle Williams), who are not convinced he is the great wizard everyone's been expecting. Reluctantly drawn into the epic problems facing the Land of Oz and its inhabitants, Oscar must find out...
The studio also released an official plot synopsis for the film:
"Oz The Great and Powerful" imagines the origins of L. Frank Baum's beloved character, the Wizard of Oz. When Oscar Diggs (James Franco), a small-time circus magician with dubious ethics, is hurled away from dusty Kansas to the vibrant Land of Oz, he thinks he's hit the jackpot—fame and fortune are his for the taking—that is until he meets three witches, Theodora (Mila Kunis), Evanora (Rachel Weisz) and Glinda (Michelle Williams), who are not convinced he is the great wizard everyone's been expecting. Reluctantly drawn into the epic problems facing the Land of Oz and its inhabitants, Oscar must find out...
- 7/26/2011
- by Venkman
- GeekTyrant
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