ROD STEWART RETURNS TO HIS ROCK & ROLL ROOTS ON NEW ALBUM "TIME!"

He has had great success with his recent Christmas album and his series of albums devoted to "American standards," now Rod Stewart returns to rock on his new album "Time."  Check out the review by clicking here....

(By the way, Rod is do to perform on NBC's "The Voice," next Monday, May 8th.)

MICHAEL BUBLE HAS THE TOP SELLING ALBUM IN THE NATION AS HE GOES "SOULFUL!"

Michael Buble's new album, "To Be Loved," is leading the way in sales with songs inspired by jazz, Motown, and the Bee Gees.  Plus appearances by Bryan Adams and Reese Witherspoon. (Who knew)  Find out more by clicking here...

HOW LONG CAN YOU KEEP SOME FOODS IN THE FRIDGE AND STILL EAT THEM?

With each passing day, some foods "go south" faster than others despite refrigeration.  Check this list of foods for a little advice on storage....

IN THE MARKET FOR A J.R. EWING TREASURE? (FROM "DALLAS" OF COURSE)

It's auction time for mementoes of Larry Hagman's role as J.R.Ewing.  Find out what's up for grabs by clicking here...

A NEW $100 BILL WITH HI-TECH FEATURES TO FOIL CROOKS AND HELP RETAILERS!!

What will it do for the average person who receives or uses one.  Well, it will be colorful fun for one!

There is a blue security ribbon with images of bells that changes to 100 when the bill is tilted!

There is a bell in an ink well on the face of the bill that changes colors from copper to green when the bill is tilted.

And other features you have to see to believe.  ( I made that up!)  The new $100 bill debuts in October.  Click here for the story...

REO SPEEDWAGON, TED NUGENT, AND STYX TOUR FOR BOSTON VICTIMS!!

The three bands mentioned above with Midwest roots are now booking dates in the East to help raise money for the victims of the Boston Marathon attacks.  Here is the complete story...

CHARLIE BROWN, LUCY, SNOOPY, HEAD FOR THE MOVIES!!

There have been several TV specials, all repeated over the years, but the Peanuts gang has never made it to the big screen.  Charles Schultz, the creator the comic scrip, Peanuts, who died in 2000, never favored a movie version.  Family members helped write the screenplay for a 3D Peanuts film to come out in 2015.  Here is the complete story...

STEELY DAN ANNOUCES TOUR DATES!

Donald Fagen and Walter Becker, who never toured early on, are taking Steely Dan back on the road this year with 4 dozen tour dates in North America including a stop at the Riverside Theatre in Milwaukee on July 28th.  Here is the complete schedule...

PAUL MCCARTNEY ADDS MILWAUKEE TOUR DATE!!

Paul McCartney's "Out There" tour will make a stop in Milwaukee on July 16th with a performance in Miller Park.  Tickets for this concert go on sale Friday, April 19th.  Find out more on other tour dates and where you can purchase tickets by clicking here...

POPULAR MINI-SERIES "THE BIBLE" HAS BECOME A RECORD SETTER!

It is now the top selling mini-series of all time!  "The Bible,"was very popular during its showing on The History Channel during Lent and the DVD is now a record setter.  Click here for the story...

ANNETTE FUNICELLO, ORIGINAL MOUSEKETEER, AND DISNEY MOVIE STAR,  DIES AT 70!

She was known only as "Annette" in her teens, thanks to her celebrity status with the Mickey Mouse Club, and several hit songs. (Tall Paul, First Name Initial, O Dio Mio, Pineapple Princess) Then she starred in the popular beach films with Frankie Avalon. (and of course in other Disney films like The Shaggy Dog)  Click here for the complete story

HERE'S 11 FOODS THAT CONSUMERS CRAVE!!!

Caution:  This list of craveables includes some products not available here, but interesting to learn about.  For instance, the popularity of "yellow cap coke" or "moon pies."  However, "thin mints" and "McRib sandwiches" ring a bell, and the likely return of "Twinkies" would have some fans in this area!!  Click here to see the products on the list...

NEW MOVIES THIS WEEKEND!

Well, sort of, new.  "Jurassic Park" will return in 3D this weekend!!

Also,

"The Company You Keep" directed by, and starring, Robert Redford.  Rated R (in limited release.)

"Evil Dead,"  Rated R.  New version of 1983 film.

Check these and other films now showing by clicking here...

THE ROLLING STONES ANNOUNCE TOUR DATES IN AMERICA!!

The Rolling Stones will continue their 50th anniversary tour as expected.  The countdown to the announcement on their website ended with 9 dates posted.  (They'll be in Chicago May 28th at The United Center) See the tour dates by clicking here...

JOHN DENVER TRIBUTE ALBUM!!

Fans of John Denver, including the artists who recorded covers of John's songs, now have a new tribute album to listen to.  Emmylou Harris, Dave Matthews, Lucinda Williams, and others recorded their favorite John Denver songs for the album, "The Music is You:  A Tribute to John Denver."  Read the complete story here...

HOLLYWOOD AUCTIONS - PROFILES IN HISTORY

It took for than $200.000 to have the winning bid on a mono copy of The Beatles "Sgt.Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band." (signed by the Beatles)  What will it take to own John Lennon's angry letter to Paul & Linda McCartney?  See what is up for grabs (or cash) at the Profiles in History auction house website...

THE ROLLING STONES ARE COUNTING THE DAYS!!

And they have a lot of days to count, in fact, 50 years worth.  But this countdown to Wednesday, April 3rd has a lot more to do with days ahead.  The Stones are expected to announce North American tour dates for this year.  Get the complete story by clicking here...