Sarah Stephens - Japanese Vogue

Sarah is a vampire in the new Japanese Vogue...Photographed by Thomas Lagrange.
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

Marloes Horst - Ponytail Magazine

Marloes appears on the cover of the new Ponytail magazine, shot by Benjamin Lennox.

Michelle Bachelet

Chilean President Rides High as Term Ends

By ALEXEI BARRIONUEVO

Published: October 29, 2009

After a rough start, Michelle Bachelet, Chile’s first woman in the presidency, is winding up her term as one of the country’s most popular leaders.

Read NY Times article here:
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/10/29/world/americas/29bachelet.html

Now Representing Julia Frakes

Next is now representing blogger extraordinaire Julia Frakes of Bunny BISOUS. Welcome!!

Prince - Paisley Park Concert this Saturday

Minneapolis, it's your turn again to be graced by musical genius, Prince. Saturday night at 11PM, fans will have the pleasure to see him live. Admission (at the door) is $40, if you are a member of lotusflow3r.com tickets are sold at $31.21 per ticket.

Love 4 One Another charities will be hosting a coat drive before the show. Please bring new/gently used coats, gloves, and scarves to help those around Purpletown who could use a little warmth. They are also accepting canned and boxed goods and bottled water. (Drfunkenberry).

Enjoy Minneapolis, you sure are in for a treat!

U2 Free YouTube Concert

U2 will be broadcasting a live show at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena on October 25th, live on YouTube.

The show will be streamed on YouTube free of charge, which will also mark the second-to-last show on U2’s 360 tour.

The 96,000 people expected to attend will reportedly be the most ever to fit in the large stadium, which is home to the UCLA Bruins and site of the annual BCS Rose Bowl game.

According to Pitchfork, those who have attended U2 performances this year have witnessed a “gigantic spaceship-looking contraption and use it to bring themselves closer to the people in the cheap seats,” writes Brian Leli.

Lady Gaga Unveils Final Version of 'Bad Romance'

The final cut of "Bad Romance", the lead single off Lady Gaga's highly anticipated re-release 'The Fame Monster' has finally arrived!

Lady Gaga received FIVE nominations for the 2009 MTV EMAs and voting is still open to the public! She is up for awards in the following categories: Best Song ("Poker Face"), Best Live Act, Best New Act, Best Female, and Best World Stage Performance! Cast your vote for Lady Gaga right here!

Angie Stone Reveals 'Unexpected' Album Cover

Soul star Angie Stone has a new outlook on life complete with an image transformation! Her new album "Unexpected" (Stax), available on November 24th, represents a turning point in her musical journey and she hopes you will join her as she takes this leap of faith.

Listen to the toe tapping first single "I Ain't Hearin' U":

I Ain't Hearin' U (WM)

I Ain't Hearin' U (QT)

"I Ain't Hearin' U" is now available on iTunes

Leighton Meester's New Single Available on iTunes

Last week, "It Girl" Leighton Meester unleashed her smooth new single, "Somebody to Love" featuring Robin Thicke, onto the internet! Today it was released for digital download at the iTunes Music Store, AVAILABLE here!

If you haven't heard it yet, preview "Somebody to Love" featuring Robin Thicke now here.

What do you think of Leighton's sultry electro-pop sound? See what some online outlets have to say about her new single!

"Leighton has already proved she has vocal chops thanks to her part on the Cobra Starship song, "Good Girls Go Bad," and she's back with another potential hit." – Yahoo! OMG

"Superstar actress Leighton Meester, best known for her starring role on the CW's 'Gossip Girl', is taking on the music world and she's doing it full-throttle!" – PopCulture Madness

"LOVES IT!" – JustJared

"Would it make you want to hit the dance floor or leave the club? 3.7K people voted 56% say: Hit the Dance Floor! Leighton makes an amazing pop star, I Love It!" – PopSugar

"I really like this song … it’s really sexy." – PinkIsTheNewBlog

Katy Perry - MTV Unplugged CD + DVD Set

This summer Katy Perry performed an MTV: Unplugged set and is now releasing the performance as a CD+DVD! Check out the trailer here:

The CD+DVD set will be available for purchase on 11/17, and can currently be preordered on Amazon.

Set List Includes Two No. 1 Smashes and Two Brand-New Songs(October 12, 2009 - New York, NY) Coming off her third No. 1 single, "Waking Up in Vegas," multi-platinum Capitol singer-songwriter KATY PERRY is set to put her unique signature on yet another defining signpost of global pop culture, releasing her upcoming appearance on MTV: UNPLUGGED in CD + DVD set in one package on November 17, 2009.

Recorded live in New York on July 22, 2009, Perry presents some of her most well-known songs in a whole new way, performing unplugged re-arrangements of her No. 1 hits "I Kissed A Girl" and "Waking Up In Vegas," along with the No. 1 video hit "Thinking Of You," and the popular tracks "Ur So Gay" and "Lost" from her debut album ONE OF THE BOYS, which has now sold five million worldwide.

Amazon pre-order here.

Tracklisting:

1. I Kissed A Girl
2. Ur So Gay
3. Hackensack
4. Thinking Of You
5. Lost
6. Waking Up In Vegas
7. Brick By Brick

Michael Jackson - Two New Video Clips

Just days before the official premiere of the movie documentary "This Is It", two new clips showing Michael Jackson performing "Human Nature" and "The Way You Make Me Feel" have been released.

Admidst the reports of Michael Jackson not feeling well while rehearsing, he sure looks in control in these videos. Carefully planning dance steps, working with Kenny Ortega, and sounding like his old self while singing. Have a look for yourself by looking at the below videos.

Anja Rubik - French Vogue

Anja Rubik shot by Tyen and styled by Emmanuelle Alt for French Vogue's November issue.

Note from Veronica Varekova in Rwanda

Veronica is in Rwanda and wanted to share this:

What a day! This is one incredible experience....there is no TV show or Hollywood film that can provide what we are learning here. I feel so lucky to be here and touch with my own hands the reality of today's Rwanda. We had fantastic meeting with the Head Adviser of the President. Earlier today we went to visit the genocide memorial, there I nearly lost my lunch... So emotional. But what a brave country this is! Tomorrow we go to Virunga to see the mountain gorillas...:) xV.



Read more about Veronica's trip to Africa by clicking here

Now Representing Suvi Koponen

Finnish stunner Suvi Koponen is now repped by Next, welcome Suvi!

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Prince Video Performance in Paris + Radio Interview!

Prince has made quite a few performances in Paris this past week, here's another one. Click here to watch the musical genius perform the below songs.

Dance 4 Me
No More Candy 4 U
1999
I Feel 4 U (Intro)
Controversy (All Day, All Night chant)

Prince also made an appearance at the NRJ Radio station, listen to the interview in the below video:

Leighton Meester's "Someone to Love" featuring Robin Thicke!

Superstar actress Leighton Meester, best known for her starring role on the CW's 'Gossip Girl', is taking on the music world and she's doing it full-throttle! Fresh off the heals of her smash collaboration with Cobra Starship, "Good Girls Go Bad", she teamed up with R&B crooner Robin Thicke for her official debut single, "Somebody to Love". Take a listen now!

"Somebody to Love" is the first single for her untitled debut album, which is due for release in Winter/Spring 2010. Citing artists such as Gwen Stefani and MIA as musical influences, Meester describes her new music as having an "electro pop edge". The album will boost collaborations with heavy-weight producers JR Rotem and Kara DioGuardi (who also worked with Meester and Cobra Starship on "Good Girls Go Bad").

Over the past several years, Leighton has built up a solid resume of singing/acting performances, including a singing role in the 2007 movie Drive Thru and a one-of-a-kind duet with the legendary Tony Bennett on the hit HBO series 'Entourage'. Most recently, ‘leaked’ versions of the Kim Carnes classic "Bette Davis Eyes", the Awesome New Republic song “Birthday” featuring Meester on lead vocals, and the original song "Body Control" have been embraced by online fans and music bloggers.

Angie Stone Returns With New Single 'I Ain't Hearin U'

Angie Stone returns with new single "I Ain't Hearin' U" from forthcoming album ''Unexpected". The quintessential soul songstress delivers the first single from her forthcoming album “Unexpected”, the follow up to 2006's "The Art of Love & War". “Unexpected” will be available on Stax this November 24th and is produced by Angie Stone and John McClain. “I Ain’t Hearin’ U” is a classic Angie track with her signature honey coated vocals, but the up-tempo production will have you rockin' with Ms. Stone like never before. You will definitely want to "hear" this over and over again!

I Ain't Hearin' U (MP3)
I Ain't Hearin' U (WM)
I Ain't Hearin' U (QT)
"I Ain't Hearin' U" is now available on iTunes

Have Yourself A Merry Christmas with the Jackson 5

To continue the year long celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Motown, UMe announces the release of two Ultimate Christmas Collections:

Jackson 5: Ultimate Christmas Collection (Available Now)

Features 11 classic holiday songs by the Jackson 5 PLUS bonus material including a rare Michael Jackson Christmas song “Little Christmas Tree”, a new J5 Christmas Medley, as well stunning new a cappella and “stripped” mixes from the original album. As a special treat you’ll find spoken-word “Season’s Greetings” messages from Michael, Tito, Jackie and Jermaine, recently uncovered from the Motown vault. Listen to the snippets below, album available now at Amazon!

AUDIO: Season's Greetings From Michael Jackson
AUDIO: Jackson 5 - Santa Claus Is Coming To Town

TRACKLIST:

1. Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas
2. Santa Claus Is Coming To Town
3. The Christmas Song
4. Up On The House Top
5. Frosty The Snowman
6. Little Drummer Boy
7. Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer
8. Christmas Won't Be The Same This Year
9. Give Love On Christmas Day
10. Someday At Christmas
11. I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus
12. Season's Greetings From Michael Jackson
13. Little Christmas Tree
14. Season's Greetings From Tito Jackson
15. Up On The House Top (DJ Spinna Re-Edit)
16. Season's Greetings From Jackie Jackson Jackie Jackson
17. Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer (Stripped Mix)
18. Season's Greetings From Jermaine Jackson
19. Someday At Christmas (Stripped Mix)
20. Give Love On Christmas Day (Group A Cappella Version)
21. J5 Christmas Medley

The Ultimate Motown Christmas Collection (Available Now)

The FIRST and Only 2-CD Motown Christmas Set! The Ultimate Motown Christmas Collection unwraps 35 sparkling Motown renditions of seasonal favorites from just about every great Motown artist including The Supremes, The Temptations, Four Tops, Smokey Robinson, the Jackson 5, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Boyz II Men and more! The album set includes more than a dozen “Season’s Greetings” messages from Motown greats like Smokey, The Temptations, The Commodores, Martha & The Vandellas and more. Listen to select snippets below, album available now on Amazon!

AUDIO: Season's Greetings from the Commodores
AUDIO: Stevie Wonder - What Christmas Means To Me

TRACKLIST:

Disc 1
1. Santa Claus Is Coming To Town - Jackson 5
2. What Christmas Means To Me - Stevie Wonder
3. Season's Greetings From Eddie Kendricks
4. Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer - Temptations
5. Season's Greetings From The Supremes
6. My Favorite Things - The Supremes
7. Deck The Halls/Bring A Torch, Jeannette, Isabella - Smokey Robinson
8. Ave Maria - Stevie Wonder
9. Season's Greetings From Thelma Houston
10. Joy To The World - The Supremes
11. God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen - Smokey Robinson
12. Silver Bells - The Supremes
13. Someday At Christmas - Stevie Wonder
14. Season's Greetings From Jr. Walker
15. Winter Wonderland - The Funk Brothers
16. Jingle Bells - Smokey Robinson
17. Season's Greetings From The Commodores
18. My Christmas Tree - Temptations
19. White Christmas - The Supremes
20. Season's Greetings From The Velvelettes
21. Merry Christmas Baby - Four Tops
22. Give Love On Christmas Day - Johnny Gill
23. Christmas In The City Marvin Gaye
24. Season's Greetings From The Temptations
25. Silent Night - Temptations

Disc 2
1. Season's Greetings From Smokey Robinson
2. The Christmas Song (Merry Christmas To You) - Smokey Robinson & The Temptations
3. Children's Christmas Song - The Supremes
4. Season's Greetings From David Ruffin
5. The Little Drummer Boy - Temptations
6. I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus - Jackson 5
7. Season's Greetings From Four Tops
8. Christmas Here With You - Four Tops
9. This Christmas - Diana Ross
10. Season's Greetings From Willie Hutch
11. Christmas Cheer - Boys
12. Let It Snow - Boyz II Men
13. Season's Greetings From The Spinners
14. Christmas Everyday - Smokey Robinson
15. One Little Christmas Tree - Stevie Wonder
16. Season's Greetings From Martha & The Vandellas
17. Noel - Smokey Robinson
18. Purple Snowflakes - Marvin Gaye
19. Season's Greetings From The Elgins
20. Wish You A Merry Christmas - Kim Weston
21. It's Christmas Time - Smokey Robinson
22. Season's Greetings From Shorty Long
23. Xmas Twist - The Twistin' Kings
24. I Want To Come Home For Christmas - Marvin Gaye
25. Season's Greetings From Smokey Robinson & The Miracles
26. A Child Is Waiting - Smokey Robinson

Britney Spears "3" Video Sneak Peak Pictures

Britney Spears' latest single has topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart, and as a momento of her gratitude to fans, The Britster has released the first flicks from the upcoming video for the raunchy hit song, “3.”

“I want to thank my fans for making ‘3′ the # 1 song on the Billboard Hot 100,” Britney wrote on BritneySpears.com Wednesday. “I am truly blessed with the greatest fans in the world and I am so happy y’all love it because I do this all for you. I can’t wait till you see the video.”

The video will soon premiere on Britneyspears.com and her other official web properties.

New John Mayer Video - 'Who Says'

John Mayer has just dropped the official video to his new single “Who Says”, which is taken from his forthcoming album Battle Studies (Nov. 17). The clip was directed by Anthony Mandler, who’s previous credits include “Disturbia”, “Run This Town”, “Heard Em’ All”, and John Legend’s “Everybody Knows”.

New Daughtry Video - 'Life After You'

Daughtry show fans how their life on the road is in a music video for their single "Life After You". Commenting on the video, frontman Chris Daughtry told PopEater, "It was different than what we're use to because we usually just get in there and perform."

"But I have a role in this particular video. I had to shoot some hopefully convincing scenes. It is capturing our life on the road," Chris added. "We deal with having to connect at home and manage that while we're doing our job on the road - at the same time. The video shows what we do on any given day - moving from place to place and having to get in touch with my wife."

Black Eyed Peas 'Meet Me Halfway' Video Premieres On iTunes

The WORLD PREMIERE of The Black Eyed Peas’ new video MEET ME HALFWAY, directed by Ben Mor, is now available at iTunes! Download it here.

PLUS don’t forget to Complete My Album in the iTunes store! With the Complete My Album feature on iTunes, your previous iTunes purchases of singles from “The E.N.D. (Energy Never Dies)” will count toward your purchase of the whole album! A great way to download the whole album at a reduced price – On Sale Now for a Limited Time!

Lady Gaga Announces 'The Monster Ball'

International pop superstar Lady Gaga today announced plans for her next North American tour, entitled 'The Monster Ball'. The tour will begin on November 27 in Montreal, and will wind up on January 21, 2010 in Gaga's hometown, New York City. Kid Cudi will be the supporting act for the entire tour.

Says Lady Gaga, "The Haus of Gaga had been designing 'The Monster Ball' for premiere in 2010 at the O2 Arena in London, but due to diligent work and preparation, 'The Monster Ball' will begin on November 27 in Montreal. 'The Monster Ball' is a multimedia artistic experience in the style of the first-ever 'pop electro opera.'"

Lady Gaga will release a re-package of her breakthrough album, 'The Fame', called 'The Fame Monster', earlier that week, on November 23. The re-package will include eight brand new songs, including the club-banging first single "Bad Romance". Continues Lady Gaga, "A message to all my little monsters: 'The Fame Monster' will come out four days before the first live show. You have exactly 96 hours to learn all of the lyrics so you can sing along. Dress accordingly."

THE MONSTER BALL TOUR DATES:
November 27 – Montreal, Quebec, Canada – The Bell Center
November 28 – Toronto, Ontario, Canada – Air Canada Center
November 29 – Ottawa, Ontario, Canada – Scotiabank Place
December 01 – Boston, MA – Wang Center
December 02 – Boston, MA – Wang Center
December 03 – Camden, NJ – Susquehanna
December 09 – Vancouver, BC, Canada – Queen Elizabeth Theatre
December 10 – Vancouver, BC, Canada – Queen Elizabeth Theatre
December 13 – San Francisco, CA – Bill Graham Civic
December 18 – Las Vegas, NV – TBD
December 19 – San Diego, CA – San Diego Sports Arena
December 21 – Los Angeles, CA – Nokia Theatre
December 29 – Atlanta, GA – Fox Theater
December 31 – Miami, FL – Knight Center
January 03 – Orlando, FL – The Hard Rock
January 07 – St. Louis, MO – The Fox
January 08 – Chicago, IL – Chicago Theatre
January 09 – Chicago, IL – Chicago Theatre
January 12 – Detroit, MI – Fox Theater
January 16 – Atlantic City, NJ – Borgata
January 20 – New York, NY – Radio City Music Hall
January 21 – New York, NY – Radio City Music Hall

Alicia Keys - 'Doesn't Mean Anything' Video Snippet

A short clip of Alicia Keys' "Doesn't Mean Anything" music video has leaked. The video is directed by P.R. Brown and is scheduled to arrive in full this Friday, October 16th.

In addition to preparing to debut "Doesn't Mean Anything" video, Alicia Keys will also be seen making cameo in a music video for Jay-Z's single "Empire States of Mind". She filmed her part earlier this month with Jay-Z.

Just one of the heinous absurdities of partisan politics in the USA

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Catherine McNeil - Italian Vogue Beauty

Catherine McNeil is featured in the November issue of Italian Vogue, photographed by Greg Kadel in Los Angeles.

George Michael - Live in London DVD

George Michael is to release 'Live in London' a special 23 song full concert DVD on December 7th through Epic Records/Sony Music Entertainment. This is the first live DVD of George`s career. Recorded and filmed at The Final Two concerts in London`s Earls Court arena on August 24th and 25th these highly anticipated shows marked the end of George Michael`s triumphant 25 Live Tour and were the last chance to catch George performing on a stage of this magnitude.

'Live in London' will be available worldwide in two formats, double disc DVD and a single Blu-ray disc.

When George first announced his 25 Live Tour tickets were snapped up in minutes. The critically acclaimed tour saw George perform in front of over 2 million people worldwide with a 49 date 25 Live Arena Tour and a 30 date 25 Live Stadium Tour. In Summer 2008 Michael took his 25 Live Tour to arenas across North America touring North America for the first time in 20 years. In London alone, 350,000 people collectively watched him performing in Earls Court, Wembley Arena, The Roundhouse and the newly renovated Wembley Stadium, where he made musical history as the first artist to perform at the momentous venue in June 2007.

"George proved he is simply one of the best vocalists this country has ever
produced." - The Sun

"King George still reigns supreme" - Mail on Sunday

"A masterclass in pop genius" - The Observer

"A tremendous singer, a complete showman. All George Michael needs is a mic, his
songs, and the magic on stage is instaneous" - La Parisien

"As he closed with the still stirring 'Freedom', his hands raised high, testifying like an evangelist for self determination. Then he was on his knees, giving the 'I'm not worthy' bow several times towards his fans. His crowds roared back, still dancing to the music, suggesting that maybe he was. - Rolling Stone

DISC ONE:

1. Waiting (Reprise)
Written by George Michael

2. Fastlove
Written by George Michael, Patrice Rushen, Teresa McFadden, Freddie Washington

3. I'm Your Man
Written by George Michael

4. Flawless (Go To The City)
Written by George Michael, Paul Alexander, Nashom Wooden, Gary Turnier, Eric Matthew, Oliver Stumm

5. Father Figure
Written by George Michael

6. You Have Been Loved
Written By George Michael, David Austin

7. An Easier Affair
Written by George Michael, Ruadhri Cushnan, Kevin Ambrose, Niall Flynn

8. Everything She Wants
Written by George Michael

9. One More Try
Written by George Michael

10. A Different Corner
Written by George Michael

11. Too Funky
Written by George Michael

12. Shoot The Dog
Written by George Michael, Niall Flynn, James Jackman, Phil Oakey, Ian Burton

13. John and Elvis Are Dead
Written By George Michael, David Austin

14. Faith
Written by George Michael

15. Spinning The Wheel
Written by George Michael, Johnny Douglas

16. Feeling Good
Written by Leslie Bricusse, Anthony Newley

17. Roxanne
Written by Sting

18. My Mother Had a Brother
Written by George Michael

19. Amazing
Written by George Michael, Johnny Douglas

20. Fantasy
Written by George Michael

21. Outside
Written by George Michael

22. Careless Whisper
Written by George Michael, Andrew Ridgeley

23. Freedom '90
Written by George Michael

DISC TWO (BONUS TRACKS):

"I'd Know Him a Mile Off!" Documentary
Produced by Lisa Johnson, Filmed and directed by David Austin. Made by G K Panayioutou

1. Precious Box
Written by George Michael

2. Jesus To A Child
Written by George Michael

3. First Time Ever
Written by Ewan McCall

The first, but not the last...

76-Year-Old Is First Woman to Win Nobel Prize for Economics

Tuesday 13 October 2009

by: David Usborne and Sean O'Grady | The Independent UK

Professor Elinor Ostrom became the first woman to receive the Nobel Prize in Economics. (Photo: Adam P Schweigert / WFIU, wfiupublicradio / flickr)

Elinor Ostrom's award takes number of female laureates in 2009 to five.

The grip enjoyed by men on the Nobel Prize for Economics was broken at last yesterday when Elinor Ostrom, a professor at the University of Indiana, became the first woman to be honoured with the award.

Her win ensured that 2009 was a record-breaking Nobel year for women, with five female winners.

Professor Ostrom, 76, shares her prize with with a fellow American academic, Oliver Williamson, also 76, who teaches at the University of California, Berkeley. Both professors specialise in economic governance and the deployment of authority to resolve conflicts.

To read more about Elinor Ostrom and the prize she hopes will direct more attention to other women working in the field of economics, click here.

Marloes Horst - Lula Magazine

Marloes was photographed by Viki Forshee and styled by Kusum Lynn for the latest Lula magazine. Click on each shot for the full sized version.

French Magazine Covers

Karmen Pedaru and Rachel Rutt were featured on French Magazine's covers for Fall 2009, photographed by Thierry LeGoues.

Elyse Taylor - Australian Vogue Cover

Elyse Taylor is featured on the cover of the November Australian Vogue.

Prince Interview with French Press

On Monday he met a small group of journalists, including AFP, in a chic Paris hotel. Following are excerpts from the hour-long chat. (Yahoo)

WATCH A VIDEO OF THIS EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW HERE!

Q: Why did you choose the Grand Palais?

A : When I did "21 nights" in London, the sound of the audience was so powerful that I needed something better and bigger. And when I saw the Chanel fashion show (last week) and Karl (Lagerfeld) came out and there was this roar that came up, I was jealous.

Q: You fell in love with the Grand Palais. Do you fall in love often?

A: I needed some place to stay and that was the best that you could do, so...

Q: What did you think about yesterday's shows?

A: They were my favourite so far. I always try to outdo the different shows that I've done.

Q: Can you define the pleasure of being on stage and making music?

A: I was telling a friend of mine recently that it feels like I'm in a dream and I don't like to go to sleep anymore, because the dream is never as good as real life.

Q: What did you think about the crowd last night?

A: Amazing. It is actually indescribable, that much love. They were very respectful. We asked that no one used camera phones and they honoured that request, unlike Americans who are so obsessed with technology. We don't like to have our concert filmed that way because it sounds so bad and then you give all the footage to somebody like YouTube who is run by Universal Publishing, and some of those same lawyers.

Q: What about your time in Paris? Does the city bring you inspiration?

A: It's a very erotic town, so it's very inspirational.

Q: Do you like French food?

A: No.

Q: When you sing "Dance For Me", are you thinking about somebody special?

A: Yes. I was looking in the mirror when I wrote it.

Q: You struggled a lot for you artistic freedom and now it seems you are totally free. How does it feel?

A: These are the days I was looking forward to. It's hard to sleep because the options are so numerous. It was worth the fight, it was worth the struggle. I advise every artist to go through it if they can. The cream rises to the top anyway. A real free music doesn't mean that you don't pay for it, it just means there are no authoritarian figures telling you what you're supposed to do with it.

Q: Is the Internet opening new doors for you?

A: It's a tool. It's not a means to an end. My concerts have always been dear to me and it's almost a shame I got so good at making records because the media is dying now, so until something new happens and we get some laws and restrictions to how the media is used and the revenue is shared, then I'll just stick with the live stuff and every once in a while I'll do records.

Q: Are you a happy man today?

A: Very happy. More happy than ever actually.

Q: If you changed your name again today, what would you change it for?

A: I like this name. I think it fits.

Q: If you were to write the definition of funky in a dictionary, what would the definition be?

A: If you can describe it, you ain't funky.

Q: Are there any questions you want us to ask you?

A: Ask me about God. We need him. We all do.