Just in time for Valentine's Day!

A SKYLIT DRIVE

A Skylit Drive have posted another new song along with its backstory from vocalist Michael "Jag" Jagmin.  "Ex Marks The Spot" is off of their upcoming album Identity On Fire, out February 15th.

Click Here:

http://www.shockhound.com/features/1651-world-premiere--new-track-from-a-skylit-drive-?PID=4085869

Or check it out here:

"The song is about how hard things can get on the road when you have a girlfriend back home. We've all been there many many times. 'Ex Marks the Spot' is the part of you that still tries to feel normal through all the chaos that comes along with living on the road."  So says A Skylit Drive frontman Michael "Jag" Jagmin of "Ex Marks the Spot,".

If you like what you hear, follow the link and pre-order for only $6.99 from http://www.shockhound.com/

I totally dig it! I've always loved them.

All Info and credit from http://www.alternativepress.com/

<3 <3 Nat

Sneak Peak at the New Gossip Girl Collection!

"The secret’s out! New Gossip Girl-inspired colors are coming to nails near you. Here’s a look at four of the scandalous new colors. From left to right, you’ve got Too Rich for You Scandals, Secrets and Sparkle; Party in the Penthouse and Nicole…Spotted!"

"This buzz worthy, limited-edition line is currently only available in select Targets, so avoid the drama and pick these gems up now!"
Soon to be available at other places, such as Ulta & Walgreens after August.

Go to http://www.nicolebyopi.com/ for more info and fun nail polishes! OPI is definatly my fav nail polish, they always have something new and keep up with all the latest trends. I can't wait to get my hands on the "Party in the Penthouse" color, so pretty for fall!


(all info from cosmo and http://www.nicolebyopi.com/)
-NAT

The band that has been MIA for the past 2 years is back! Rufiooooooo.

Rufio is back!

Rufio stream the new song "Under 18" exclusively on Altpress. The song comes from the band's latest, Anybody Out There, which drops tomorrow July 27.

Rufio - Under 18 (Altpress exclusive) by altpress

I'm very excited for this album, I've always been a huge fan since I first heard their

 album Perhaps I suppose...

We haven't heard anything from them in about 5 years and when I found this great new's out

today I was eccstatic!!! The album "Anbody out there" Is definatly a welcome return!

Not to mention it's kinda ironic that the Warped Tour is here in Atlanta today

and the Warped Tour is where I first got to meet these guys and hang out with them all day on their Tour Bus and backstage! Clark was a very sweet generous guy and just wanted us to have a good time, and that we did! Definatly a day I will never forget.

I wish much luck to Rufio, you guys look great!

(info, pic, credit and music link from www.alternativepress.com)

-Nat

Too good not to share:

Everyone Loves some True Blood!
Here's Snoop Dogg's Video for "Oh Sookie":

Snoop Dogg - "Oh Sookie"

Love it!
-Nat

**UPDATE** Bret Michaels: Life As I Know It to air on VH1

****UPDATE 5/17/10*****
"VH1 will air a half-hour special first look at Bret Michaels: Life As I Know It on Monday, May 31 with the full series set to premiere in Fall 2010. The series will show the audience Bret's life "when he isn't touring, shooting, partying and rocking out.""

****UPDATE 5/5/10****
"Bret Michaels has been released from the Phoenix, Arizona, hospital where he has been treated since suffering a massive brain hemorrhage 12 days ago, his neurosurgeon said Tuesday.

Doctors "are feeling pretty confident" that Michaels will not suffer another hemorrhage and will fully recover, Dr. Joseph Zabramski said.
The rock singer and reality TV star faces four to six weeks of rest before he can resume a normal schedule, the doctor said."

***UPDATE 4/28/10****
A USA Today source quoted: "While rocker Bret Michaels was upgraded to "critical but stable" condition yesterday, his publicist says he has also suffered a "setback."
A note on Bret's site says he is experiencing "a side effect from the brain hemorrhage called hyponatremia a lack of sodium in the body which leads to seizures." Michaels remains under 24-hour observation in the ICU unit in an Arizona hospital "and is in positive spirits," the note says. "He is responding well to tests and treatments. Even though today was a minor setback, doctors remain hopeful for a full recovery."

***UPDATE 4/27/10***
A source close to the situation said, "Bret is still in ICU. He still has the headache and is heavily sedated." Michaels is being watched by doctors in the Intensive Care Unit.

****4/23/10****
"Poison frontman and reality TV star Bret Michaels is reportedly in critical condition after sustaining a brain hemorrhage Thursday night. Michaels, 47, was rushed to a hospital after complaining of an excruciating headache and doctors performed several CAT scans, MRIs and an aniogram before keeping him in the ICU."

Info directly from: Alternative Press - Tim Karan on 4/23/10 @ 5:23 PM - altpress.com
http://www.tmz.com/ also confirms this.

We are praying for you buddy!

-Nat

Hanson's new Album due June 8, 2010

HANSON, SHOUT IT OUT (June 8)


"In the years since ''MMMBop,'' the brotherly trio has become an accomplished pop-rock group. This is their first album since 2007 — and since lead singer Taylor Hanson made new fans by teaming with members of the Smashing Pumpkins, Cheap Trick, and Fountains of Wayne for the supergroup Tinted Windows last year."

~Geezy~

Just for fun

I See Stars Acoustic cover of The Outfield's "Your Love":



(His voice is a little to whiny in the acoustic version, but I definatly jam the studio version in my car.)

Check out Punk Goes Classic Rock for some fun new versions of your favorite classics. My favorites on the album is "Caught up in you" a 38special original covered by We The Kings, and "Take me home tonight" Eddie Money covered by Every Avenue.

I buy all the "Punk Goes..." records, this is the 9th release and is by far my favorite.. it reminds me of summer for some reason! Maybe because I have seen most of the Original bands that are covered on this album live at summer concerts.

-Nat

Mayhem Fest 2010!

Rockstar Energy Drink is putting on this year's Mayhem Festival with Headliners Korn and Rob Zombie!
Tour starts July and goes until August stopping in Atlanta August 1st at Lakewood.

http://www.rockstarmayhemfest.com/

There will be two stages the Main Mayhem Stage and the Jagermeister Stage with bands such as,

Atreyu, Lamb of God, Five Finger Death Punch, Hatebreed, Chimaira, In this Moment, Shadows Fall and bands joining in certain parts of the tour later on like Norma Jean!

Speaking of...Norma Jean has announced their release of their 5th album Meridional, due out on July 13 to coincide with the start of the Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival.

Norma Jean will be on a two week tour with Every Time I Die, and will be done just in time to join up with the Mayhem Fest in Atlanta! Getting back to their roots, Norma Jean (originally named LutiKriss) is from Douglasville, GA. I saw them back in 2001 when they were still Lutikriss! They were amazing, they soon after changed their name not to be confused with the rapper Ludacris.

If you haven't listened to them, I suggest giving it a chance, check out their last album The Anti Mother, check out these sites http://www.theantimother.com/ , http://www.purevolume.com/ or just keep an eye out for them on tour this summer!

There are alot of shows to check out this summer, but go ahead and mark your calendar for this one!

For more info go to:

**all info and pics credited to: rolling stone, alternative press, rockstarmayhemfest.com

-NAT

"What did I do to deserve..." New Coheed and Cambria!

Coheed and Cambria's new album "Year of the Black Rainbow" will be released April 13th. The video for "The Broken" was released first on Myspace.com

Here it is:

The Broken

coheed and cambria | MySpace Music Videos

Also, for all you die hard Co & Ca fans you can Pre-Order a Deluxe Hardcover Edition (that includes a 350 Page novel) @ www.coheedandcambria.com, where they are also streaming the band's newest single "Here we are Juggernaut" which is now available for download for Itunes.

I'm a huge fan of them, and I can not wait to here the new album, all I can say is Claudio Sanchez is the man!

-Nat

(all info from www.coheedandcambria.com, video from myspace.com)

Deftones unveil "Rocket Skates" video

 Exciting news for us Deftones Fans:

Deftones have unveiled their video for "Rocket Skates," the first single from the band's upcoming full-length, Diamond Eyes. Check out the video (complete with acting turn by frontman Chino Moreno) along with the album's tracklisting below:

1. Diamond Eyes
2. Royal
3. CMND/CTRL
4. You've Seen the Butcher
5. Beauty School
6. Prince
7. Rocket Skates
8. Sextape
9. Risk
10. 976-EVIL
11. This Place Is Death

(Alternative Press - Tim Karan on 3/9/10 @ 10:09 PM - altpress.com)



 Check out the vid, the song is amazing!



-Nat

"Doughnuts..are the street thug of the pastry world.."

Yesterday my friend and I went to Sublime Doughnuts for the first time! Let me just say these were the best Doughnuts I've ever had!

Located on:

535 10th Street NW

Atl, GA 30318

(near GA Tech Campus)

404-897-1801

www.sublimedoughnuts.com

6am-6pm.

The doughnuts are handmade and aren't your typical Doughnut flavors, we tried the A-Town Mocha and S'mores Doughnut! I would have loved to try them all but these two were definatly a great pick! I can't wait to go back and try more, not to mention I will be keeping these in mind for birthday presents and gifts!

"The A-Town Cream doughnut is filled with silky custard and topped with Belgian Callebaut Dark Chocolate, this 'A' Doughnut is on it's way to becoming Atlanta's new signature sweet!"

Quotes the website, and I couldn't agree more!

These Doughnuts were even featured in the NY Times, apparently thats where the Chef Kamal Grant got his start, and he came across a vacant doughnut shop on 10th, and since then his doughnuts have been flying off the shelves! He really knows what he is doing and his been written up multiple times in newspapers in Atlanta.

I know us Atlantans love our Krispy Kreme, but I definatly recommend giving it a try!

(the s'mores doughnut)

YUM!

-Nat

(all pictures and information from NYtimes and http://www.sublimedoughnuts.com/)

Disney options 'Fallen' books for film.

Disney has optioned rights to "Fallen," a young-adult novel by Lauren Kate that features angels.
My friend Marjorie got me an unreleased copy of this book as I enjoy reading supernatural romance books. So far, I've heard great reviews on this newly released novel!

The book, released in early December, is part of a four-tome series, all of which were included in the deal. The contemporary story centers on an alienated girl torn between two charismatic young men, unaware that they are fallen angels who have battled over her for centuries.

"Twilight" comparisons are inevitable, and angels have been identified as the next trend in young-adult fiction with vampire and werewolf tales having inundated the market. "Fallen" and titles like Becca Fitzpatrick's "Hush, Hush," which was moved from a 2010 publication date to this past October, present angels as otherworldly hotties who are immortal and possess bad-boy charm. "Fallen" is the first cherubic title to receive major Hollywood attention.

Alot of people are second guessing how Disney will do " Dark and seductive", when we are used to seeing "Cheery and bright" from them. Will Disney do this book justice? Or will they break the mold so to speak if they make this book come to life the right way. Guess we will wait and see, dates have not been released as to when this movie will come out but I am definatly looking forward to seeing how this pans out.

Here's a quick preview of what the book is about:

There's something achingly familiar about Daniel Grigori.



Mysterious and aloof, he captures Luce Price's attention from the moment she sees him on her first day at the Sword & Cross boarding school in sultry Savannah, Georgia. He's the one bright spot in a place where cell phones are forbidden, the other students are all screw-ups, and security cameras watch every move.


Even though Daniel wants nothing to do with Luce--and goes out of his way to make that very clear--she can't let it go. Drawn to him like a moth to a flame, she has to find out what Daniel is so desperate to keep secret . . . even if it kills her.


Dangerously exciting and darkly romantic, Fallen is a page turning thriller and the ultimate love story.

(info from Hollywoodreporter.com, article by Boris Kit)
 
-Nat

Flip Burger Boutique!

I recently got to eat @ Flip Burger Boutique. It was amazing, my friend Marjorie took me for my Birthday lunch and we documented it! I had previously posted about this restaurant but wanted to follow up. Everyone in Atlanta should try this place, its fun and trendy and reasonably priced.

Location:
1587 Howell Mill Rd Atlanta, GA 30318
404-352-flip
Closed between 3-5pm weekdays (FYI)
http://www.flipburgerboutique.com/

Atomsphere:
Fun, trendy, yet casual



Price:
$$
You can honestly go for a cheap snack, or an all out exsquite dinner its up to you, make it what you want to be.

Service:
Friendly and knowledegable. Staff was all smiles.

My Observation:

I really enjoyed my lunch. There was nothing to complain about. Everything came out perfect and on time. The Chef has done a wonderful job with the menu. Condiments are housemade to complement sides & burgers. They have come up with new innovative sides as well as keep the more traditional ones. Our waitress was super sweet and the hosts were fun and smiling. Music wasn't to loud and everyone just seemed to be enjoying their lunch there. This place would be fun for a treat, birthday dinner or just a nice relaxing evening at the bar. I would love to go back and try new things!

Marjorie and I started off with our Own Milkshakes:


Here's Marj w/ the Nutella w/ burnt Marshmellows yum!



I enjoyed a Pumpkin Pie Milkshake w/ pumpkin seeds on top!

We each got our own 5.5oz Flip Burger.

The Philly Burger, served w/ green peppers, onions and American cheese whiz!


The classic Cheddar Bacon Burger

We also choose handcut fries served with a smoked Mayo & ketchup as well as the Fried b&b pickles served with buttermilk ranch. YUM!


Next time I go I want to try the Vodka battered onion rings served with beer honey mustard and also maybe a Krispy Kreme Milkshake.





Hope you guys enjoyed, I just wanted to share!
-Nat

(all pictures complements of Marjorie)

Boo! Fun Halloween Cocktails.

Looking for a way to make your Halloween evening out or party more fun? Any drink can become a Halloween cocktail if decorated right. From blood-dripped cocktail glasses, colored sugar rims, or simply garnishing with a severed finger or candy eyeballs. You are guaranteed to have yourself one creepy looking drink!



We can drink beer any day of the week so why not try one of these fun cocktails!

To start of with simple ways to make any cocktail more fun, use a Blood Rimmed Glass:


Easy to do!! Alot of people use corn syrup, sugar, and food color, but using Clear honey or light corn syrup along with red food color in gel form works best to not stain your glass.
Don't have time? Simply use a raspberry puree to drizzle down the side of your drink.



Turn your classic Cocktail's into dark mysterious drinks by using a Black Vodka such as Blavod Black Vodka.


Spooky Screwdriver:
2oz. Black Vodka, very cold
3oz. Pulp free OJ

Black Widow:
2oz. Black Vodka, very cold
3oz. Cranberry Juice



-Serve with ice and in clear glasses to show off color.

Dracula's Kiss:
(Serve in highball glass)


1 oz. Black Cherry Vodka (effen)
1/2 oz. Grenadine
Cola

-Coat bottom w/ Grenadine, add ice & Vodka. Fill w/ Coke.

Dracula's Bite:
(served in Martini Glass)


1 part Liqueur, Maraschino
3 parts Vanilla Vodka
1 part Grenadine

-Shake Vodka, rim glass w/ red sugar, layer in Grenadine & liqueur.



The "Vampire":
(serve in Martini Glass)

1oz. Gin (Bombay Sapphire)
1oz. Vodka
6oz. (Amp)
- "V" for the Vodka, "amp" for the amp, "ire" for the Sapphire. Pour into glass w/ ice add Amp, add Gin.


Monster Mash:
(served in beer glass)



1oz. Gold Rum
1oz. Lemon Schnapps
2oz. Vodka
1 Can Monster energy drink

-Mix and serve in large beer Glass

Easy to ask your Bartender for while out!!


Alice in Nightmareland:
(serve in shot glass)

1 part Curacao, blue
1 part Jager
1 part Kahula

-Mix for shot or serve over ice.


Brain Hemorrhage :
(Served as a fun shot or drink)


1oz. Peach Schnapps
1 tsp. Bailey's Irish Cream
2 drops Grenadine

-Pour the schnapps into shot glass, slowly add Baileys. Top w/ grenadine.

....And Don't forget the candy!!

Milky Way Martini
:
(serve in martini glass)


-This is an adult version the classic candy bar. Mix coffee liqueur, chocolate vodka & cream.

Enjoy! Happy Halloween!!!
-Nat

Zombie Rampage!

Be one of the first to taste Zombie Rampage!
It's Strong enough to RAISE THE DEAD!



This extreme energy Drink was created by Necrotech Labs, which was designed by a pioneering bioweapons defense contractor (scary)! This elixir is designed to help you basically last 18hours! It is still awaiting the Final FDA approval, but is being offered on a limited basis to specialized markets throughout the US and Europe. Atlanta, Ga will be the first to roll out Zombie Rampage (great let us die from it first, ha jk jk)when it is introduced @ Netherworld Haunted House in Fall 2009!
SO get ready to Raise the Dead Atlanta and be first to try it out!
FOr more info on flavors and exact locations visit:

http://www.zombierampage.com/




Zombie Rampage will first be introduced to the general public in September of 2009 at NETHERWORLD Haunted House located in Norcross GA.






Visit www.fearworld.com for more information on dates and times of operation.
 
I don't know about you but I am getting so psyched for Fall and Halloween!!
 
-Nat

New Moon's extended Trailer revealed at VMA's

'Twilight" fans tuning into Sunday's 2009 MTV Video Music Awards thirsting for a glimpse at the film's stars, also got a surprise taste of the next film to come.



"Twilight's" toothsome love triangle – Taylor Lautner (Jacob), Kristen Stewart (Bella) and Robert Pattinson (Edward) – presented an extended trailer for "New Moon" during Sunday night's show, which now has launched a fan frenzy.


"Whether you're Team Jacob or Team Edward, we want to thank you for your undying support over the past year," Stewart said, sporting a strapless Valentino minidress and Rock & Republic heels.

"For tonight, we're bringing you and only you a first look at a movie we've been working on for months," Pattison said.

And Lautner, dressed smartly in a Calvin Klein suit, wrapped with, "Just for the MTV Video Music Awards, this is the extended trailer of ‘New Moon.'"

The audience learns along with Bella that vampires have laws, and they are enforced by the elite Volturi.

It seems Edward's relationship with Bella has put him in some seriously hot water with the vampire royalty.

Bella also becomes a bit self-destructive, and one of her adrenaline-junkie stunts leaves her undead lover convinced that his human paramour is dead, with near-tragic results.




"New Moon," the second film in the vampire romance saga, hits theaters on Nov. 20.
-NY Dailynews.com








For those of you out there who read the Twilight Series Nov. 20th can't get here soon enough. Presale tickets are already almost SOLD out and the film is still 9 weeks away from being released!! I am personally really impressed with the new director. This film seems to be done alot better and more close to the book than "Twilight", which is definatly what fans are looking for. It will be very interesting to see how the whole thing turns out!

-Nat

Vampires are In: The CW's Vampire Diaries

The Vampire Diaries:



Based on L.J. Smith's popular series the Vampire Diaries, the show premiere's Thursday September 10th @ 8/7c.


The cast looks great, this show is sure to be a hit! I know I can't wait to check it out, here is a preview of it from the CW check it out:



-Nat

Trueblood!!

It's official! The Tru Blood drink has now been 'de-fictionalized' and emerges into reality as a delicious blood orange carbonated drink.


For those of you who watch Trueblood on HBO you will know what this is! Trueblood is the brand of Synthetic Blood that is served to the Vamps @ Merlotte's & Fangtasia!



Meticulously crafted, the Tru Blood Drink is an exact replica of the bottle design as seen on True Blood. The 14oz glass Tru Blood bottle is stained in a rich red, with raised Tru Blood English lettering and matching Japanese Kanji.
This blood orange flavored soda is slightly tart, lightly sweet and subtly carbonated. Designed to taste great while matching the appearance of Bill’s favorite drink, the drink pours like a regular soda, but with the standing appearance in a glass is stormy and mysterious.

This stuff is available starting September 8th on www.hbo.com , you can bet they are gonna bank on that seeing as it is $16.00 for a 4pack of this stuff!!


But I know I can't wait to try it, its a gotta have for Halloween!
They even have cute recipes to use Trueblood with my fav being:
The Fangbanger - Trueblood & Vodka

Yummy.


-Nat