Coldplay, Led Zeppelin Album Covers Featured On New British Stamps

Album art from Pink Floyd, Blur and David Bowie also included.
By James Montgomery

Coldplay's new British stamps
Photo: Royal Mail

On Thursday (January 7), the U.K.'s Royal Mail unveiled a series of 10 new stamps, honoring the most iconic album covers of the past 40 years.

The albums featured in the new series are the Rolling Stones' Let It Bleed, Led Zeppelin's IV, David Bowie's The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders From Mars, Mike Oldfield's Tubular Bells, The Clash's London Calling, New Order's Power, Corruption and Lies, Primal Scream's Screamadelica, Pink Floyd's The Division Bell, Blur's Parklife and — the most recent album on to make the cut — Coldplay's A Rush of Blood to the Head.

Meant to honor "the most potent graphic images of modern times, many of which have provided a visual soundtrack to people's lives," the series is the end result of a lengthy research process by the Royal Mail, who looked through thousands of album covers by British artists before deciding on the final list. And, during a Wednesday night BBC Radio broadcast, it was revealed that the queen herself actually approved each design.

Led Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page — who helped design the cover for IV — was on hand to celebrate the release of the stamps and recalled the mysterious nature of the album's iconic imagery.

"Almost 40 years after the album came out, nobody knows the old man who featured on the cover, nor the artist who painted him," he said. "That sort of sums up what we wanted to achieve with the album cover, which has remained both anonymous and enigmatic at the same time."

Of course, any great honor is befitting of an equally great contest, so, on the same day the stamps were made available to the general public, Coldplay decided to give one of their Rush of Blood stamps away. In a message on their official site, the band held a contest to send one lucky fan "a letter using a Coldplay stamp, postmarked with today's issue date."

"We visited our local post office earlier today and bought some of the Coldplay stamps," the message read. "Very nice they are too."

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Frank Ocean Charms New York Audience

Odd Future crooner wins over Bowery Ballroom with soulful covers and originals, including new songs 'Super Rich Kids' and 'Disillusioned.'
By Rob Markman

Frank Ocean
Photo: MTV News

Be it for a crowd of one or 100, you get the feeling that Frank Ocean would be just as charmingly awkward when performing tracks from his breakthrough digital album Nostalgia, Ultra. On Monday evening, the Odd Future singer/songwriter performed his second in as many days, making up for the scheduled November 6 concert that was canceled, citing illness.

There was no opening act or host for the evening, just Ocean, who stormed the Bowery Ballroom stage at exactly 9:30 p.m. wearing a black jacket, white button-down shirt and a red bandana tied around his forehead. "You think I'd leave your side baby/ You know me better than that," he sang, starting out his set with a soulful rendition of Sade's "By Your Side." As the 23-year-old New Orleans export serenaded the crowd, the screen behind him played clips of old Western films and changed themes with each song: sometimes playing scenes from "Boyz n the Hood," other times playing animated "Dragon Ball Z" clips.

After the opening number, Frank addressed the crowd, professed his love for NYC and revealed to fans that he first fell in love, then ultimately got his heart broken, in Southern California. The charming anecdote set up "Thinking About Forever," a hopelessly romantic slow jam about recapturing lost love.

Ocean isn't the type of singer who rips off his shirt, nor does he show any signs of being a dancer — two qualities typically associated with modern-day crooners. Frank, however, remains relatable on a level most artists are not, which makes him able, in between each song, to simply chat and laugh with the audience, and though he seemed uneasy at times, it was enough to keep his adoring fans engaged. The female portion of the crowd squealed when he eased into "Dust," and when Ocean belted out the opening line from "Swim Good" — "That's a pretty big trunk on my Lincoln Town Car" — most of the crowd shot their hands into the air, swaying them side to side.

Though his die-hards know him for so much more, the OFWGKTA breakout is most popular for his contributions to Jay-Z and Kanye West's inescapable Watch the Throne LP, so of course, he performed his portions of "No Church in the Wild" and "Made in America."

His catalog isn't deep, but for an hour, Ocean kept fans entertained by running through fan favorites and even giving a taste of his next album, singing two new songs: "Super Rich Kids" and the bouncy and bassy "Disillusioned."

The only downfall was that for much of the show, Ocean simply stood center stage, but boy did he sound great. He switched things up on "American Wedding," his heartbreaking flip of the Eagles' classic "Hotel California." For the track's iconic guitar solo, Ocean turned his back to the crowd, faced the screen, picked up a video-game guitar controller and played out the song's closing notes on "Guitar Hero."

The crowd — mixed with industry mainstays, star-gazing girls, frat boys and even a few celebs (Mos Def was in attendance) — ate it up.

After his version of Coldplay's "Strawberry Swing," Ocean said goodnight and left the stage. The crowd stood, demanding an encore, and were granted their wish when Ocean returned to the stage sitting by a piano. He closed with "I Miss You," a song he wrote for Beyoncé's 4, then once again said goodnight and left the stage, "for real this time," he joked.

Have you seen Frank Ocean in concert? Share your review below!

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Michael Jackson Doctor To Be Sentenced Today

Conrad Murray faces four years in prison for involuntary manslaughter.
By Gil Kaufman

Dr. Conrad Murray
Photo: Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images

Former Michael Jackson doctor Conrad Murray will learn his fate Tuesday morning (November 29) in a Los Angeles courtroom. The cardiologist, who was found guilty of one felony count of involuntary manslaughter November 7, is facing up to four years in state prison in the death of the pop icon.

Though the jury reached a unanimous verdict in the case, due to recent changes in California law aimed at lessening prison overcrowding, experts told MTV News that it's unlikely Murray will spend much, if any, time behind federal bars.

At the time of the verdict, Los Angeles-based criminal defense attorney Mike Cavalluzzi told MTV News it was too early to predict what kind of time Dr. Murray might do, calling the decision one of the toughest ones facing Judge Michael Pastor in the wake of the six-week trial.

"[Pastor] will have to seriously consider all of the mitigating factors which would lean toward Dr. Murray not doing any jail time and all of the aggravating factors that would lead toward him going to state prison," said Cavalluzzi, who was not involved in the case but has represented a number of clients facing felony charges. "It seems to me, at first blush, that any jail time wouldn't be appropriate in this case given the fact that Dr. Murray has no criminal record and there truly was no malice, no intent to actually harm Michael Jackson at all. What he was really doing was succumbing to the wishes of a patient, and unfortunately, that patient was not a person whose wishes should have been succumbed to."

After Murray was found guilty and swiftly sent to jail with no bail, his attorneys said they were planning to appeal the verdict. They will wait until after sentencing to do so, but either way, Murray will face the loss of his medical license in California. One of Murray's defense attorneys, Nareg Gourjian, said at the time that the doctor's team plans to ask for probation but expects his client to spend just "a little bit" of time in county jail.

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Michael Jackson's Family Reacts To Guilty Verdict

'Even though nothing can bring back our son, justice has finally been served!' family says in a statement to TMZ.
By Andrea Duncan-Mao

LaToya Jackson outside Los Angeles Superior Court on Monday
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Seventeen members of Michael Jackson's family — including his parents, brothers Jermaine and Randy and sister LaToya — were on hand Monday (November 7) in the Los Angeles courtroom when a guilty verdict was read in the involuntary manslaughter case against Jackson's former physician, Dr. Conrad Murray.

While the audible gasp heard when the verdict was read was reportedly that of Kathy Hilton — a close Jackson family friend and mom to Paris and Nicky Hilton — the family remained stoic during the proceedings and did not hold a formal press conference afterward.

Upon exiting the courthouse, Jackson's mother, Katherine, told local news cameras, "Justice was served. I want to thank the jury for doing the right thing," while brother Randy said he was "ecstatic," and Jermaine said the verdict felt "wonderful." Latoya, wearing a black and gold jacket reminiscent of something her late brother would wear, waved her arms at the crowd in celebration and also tweeted: "VICTORY."

TMZ reported that the family later released a statement, reading, "We have been waiting for this moment for a very long time and we couldn't hold back tears of joy in the courtroom. Even though nothing can bring back our son, justice has finally been served! We can't wait to go home and share this day with Michael's children."

Dr. Murray was found guilty on one count of involuntary manslaughter and faces up to four years in jail and the loss of his medical license. He is due to be sentenced November 29.

MTV News will be covering the Conrad Murray case live. Go to MTVNews.com for breaking news, reactions and analysis from Los Angeles or tune to MTV for the latest updates.

Celebrate the life and legacy of Michael Jackson tonight at 9 p.m ET/PT when VH1 presents the World Broadcast premiere of "Michael Jackson's This Is It."

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Manguette: International Jewelry at its Finest

On picturesque West London shopping street, tucked neatly between Kensington High Street and the now famous Notting Hill is Manguette, a not so well-kept secret. Opened over 30 years ago by Belgian designer Michelle Manguette, this independent jewelry boutique is unique in its attention to detail, compilation and presentation of jewellery. As well as making a [...]

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Heather Locklear No Longer Engaged

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Shirtless Joe Jonas Hits the Beach!

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Joe Jonas spent the holiday weekend working on his tan!The 22-year-old musician took off to Mexico over the weekend, where he was seen ditching his brothers (and his shirt) for a little fun in the sun.Joe was spotted hanging on the beach with a couple… Read more

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Stars Giving Back

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It's the season of sharing, and the stars were out in force on Wednesday serving up Thanksgiving meals at the Los Angeles Mission on Wednesday.Longtime supporter Kirk Douglas and his wife Ann were on hand for the 75th anniversary celebration of the… Read more

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COACHELLA – FASHION

Coachella Festival seems to be the place to be seen every April. Celebs and ‘normal people’ alike gather to enjoy great live music, pool parties and show off their laid-back sense of style. Fedoras, high-waisted shorts, free-flowing floral patterned dresses, and funky Rayban sunglasses seemed to be the trend this year…
Here is some hot [...]

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Details of Kim Zolciak's Wedding!

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The Crown Quest by Carol Hanley

lAbout the Author

Carol Hanley was Born in Nottingham and now resides on the east coast of England. She has always had great interest in mythology and early historical events, especially around the times when Christianity began to wipe out magic.
Story Information:
Fairies are not tiny fluttery beings no bigger than your thumb. They are tall and fair, like the forest elves Throughout their years in our world, they learned to build, to grow and create in such wonderful ways that out shone the achievements of man. They have an understanding of nature and all things living. Although some of the men lived and worked along side these wondrous beings, not all shared their love of them. Man became more powerful over time and had learned some of the crafts of the fairies and of the elves. Through their greed and lust of power, they turned on these earthly beings and mocked them. The fairies and elves had to fight back to protect the world they had created. In these times of war, the male fairies began to be born without wings, for they got in the way of fighting. It became a weakness to them. Now only the females were born with wings. Many of the fairies and elves fled from the large settlements...

If you would like to know what fantasy and Imagination awaits you! then click BUY NOW to get directed to Amazon for a fast reliable delivery right to your door.

And when you have read this amazing book! please spread the word of this great writer and help get her writing and publishing even more great work.

Source: http://storiesofourdreams.blogspot.com/2010/07/crown-quest-by-carol-hanley.html

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Matty B Not Dead, False Death Reports Surface Today

LOS ANGELES (LALATE) – Matty B is not dead. A fake Matty B death report surfaced today, even while the 8 year old music sensation told news about a Sunday appearance. The false death report began to pick up speed last night; by Sunday, the subject was dominating Twitter. Yet Matty B wrote to [...]

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Cam Gigandet in GQ

Check out Priest star, Cam Gigandet, featured in the May issue of GQ in a steamy fashion spread photographed down in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico.
Gigandet takes a break from his shoot to chat about his John Wayne aspirations, young fatherhood (”Am I a young dad? Maybe in the year 2011 I am”), and his [...]

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Katt Williams loses custody of his Daughters

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Angelina is getting bigger and bigger

You can see her bump growing from day to day, soon it will pop! Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt spent Mother’s Day at a doctor’s office in France for a check up. Finally, all of their children were able to see the future siblings via sonogram. Post from: Celebrity Gossip Angelina is getting bigger and [...]

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Peru Earthquake Today, Terremoto, Strikes West of Lima

LOS ANGELES (LALATE) – A strong Peru earthquake today struck west of Lima. The Peru terremoto today November 26, 2011 began shortly before 2 am local time and was centered off the west coast of the central part of Peru. No reports of injuries have been detailed by local news.
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Penélope Cruz in Vogue

Fresh from the set of Pirates of the Caribbean, Penélope Cruz assumes her
most exhilarating role ever: motherhood.

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Dolce & Gabbana lace cap-sleeved dress.
In the June issue of Vogue the magazine reports on the Oscar-winner’s life-changing year, her personal life, and her latest role.

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Miss Heidi Montag Gets Baby Fever…Ugh Oh Spencer

  It has been reported recently The Hills star Heidi Montag has been issued a fever, a fever for babies that is. Heidi can no longer hide her intense desire to make little Montags and Pratts with her husband, Spencer Pratt. “I think I’m ready.I think I was born ready. I’m very maternal. I’m very [...]

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The Real Twilight zone

In the early part of the 60s Rod Serling introduced us to the fascinating world of the twilight zone.
With fraises like: This story takes part:
1) At the fresh hold of the Twilight Zone
2)In the Twilight Zone
Its either in the Twilight Zone or at the Entrance.
I have only been watching these classic’s in the past week for the 1st time.
And realized I have been subject to an extraordinary experience that seems to relate to the Twilight Zone.
I know the program was just based on Creative stories but the concept of this could be true.
Its only the creator of Twilight Zone who gave it this name!
I’m about to tell you a True story based on this concept.
About 9 years ago I worked as a Security Guard at the old Boots print works in Nottingham.
Back then the Print work building was very derelict apart from a room with a table and chair in the middle of the big room.
With lots of gray floor panels and breeze block walls.
There were about 4 guards on duty that day and we all swap locations every 3 hours.
The Guard in charge that day was Dave. He was a very intimidating man.
He said I am not allowed to read any book or do anything! And most Importantly do not sleep or close your eyes! I am watching you.
And he said that he could see me on the CCTV!
I was really trying to do my job well and did not want a bad report.
So as I sit at the Table and start gazing at the Gray floor panels.
When you stare long enough the lines in between the floor panels blend in and the vision gets brighter.
I sit there constantly for 1 hour doing nothing but trying to keep awake.
2 hours finally passed and still I struggle to fight the dazzling effects of the floor and walls.
Suddenly my head drops forward for a split second!
I immediately lifted my head and I sat up strait and confidant in the hope Dave dose not suspect me sleeping.
Then the Radio said : Code Green. That means change over and that the person who is on the way to take me off confirms all is ok outside before he enters the building!
I then put on my Hi-viz Jacket and make my way to the Room door to let Wayne in.
He then secured his door and I walked through the derelict building to the Fire Exit by the stairs.
When I closed the Fire exit behind me! I was faced with the big iron gate and the very cold padlock .
I then forced in the key gave it a few wiggles before it would budge and then the i struggled with the Bar and suddenly it shunted open!
As I was walking across station street I was shielding my face from the cold night winds and as I walked into the gate of the Forward house Building!
I suddenly found my self sitting at the table in the room I was in before!
I sat up strait once again! I Was feeling quite confused to how I am back here. Then the Radio said: Code Green .
I then grabbed my Hi-viz Jacket from behind the chair and made my way to the door! And when I opened the door it was Wayne just as he was before.
He passed me the keys I need and secured himself in the room.
I then made my way through derelict building to the exit door.
Then when I was at the gate again! I struggled with the lock. And as I walked across the road I could feel the cold wind in my face and this time I made it all the way to Forward house.
After that experience I don’t just do check calls on the job! I do reality check!
And the strangest thing about this experience is that it was too real to even think of checking at the time.
When a man is put in strange situation with nothing to do!
The mind plays tricks!

Who knows! What’s real anymore.
How do we know that we are all here and just like that night of my experience.
Just as I lived a few minutes in advance.
People may live a day in advance! Or Live a whole life in advance un aware they are asleep in their real body simulating the future events.
To only wake up and go through the life once again for real.
And that might be where Da-ja-vu comes from.
After pre living your life!
All I am saying is what happened to me!
I bet a lot of security guards have a few stories to tell.
So if you have a story to share that is true then please send me link in your comment.

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Justin Bieber, your just too cool!

You know what?  I can really appreciate the confidence it takes to rock these glasses, Go! Biebester Go!
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Tree's Al!ve

It's another great creative story from me.

But to get to read my new story you are going to have to Buy my E-book.

Not only will my New E-book have this story in it.

It will contain all the stories featured on this blogger so that you can read and enjoy freely without Internet distraction.

I have decided to sell my stories in E-books to help me get my foot fixed and my life back on track so that i can get out there and bring you some fantastic stories.

Also i would like to get into the film industry.

So you buying my E-book will help towards a great future.

And one day you can say: I Helped make that happen.

Since i had this accident i have not been able to work.

So i hope this will help me back to reality again.

Here's a poem based on the story Tree's Al!ve:

Trees are alive
Trees are slow
But in their own time where we don’t know.
In the daytime they’re bright and clear
To attract the nature and deter the fear.
At night they pose immense scare!
With a ruffle and a crack
And a sense to fear.
Some bare fruit some bare flowers
And receive a wash in the April showers.
The trees attract the birds in spring
The birds lay eggs and the birds do sing.
As the trees flush with colourful blossom
The bees will pollinate from top to bottom.

Trees are alive
Trees are slow
That's one thing to remember.
Yes I know!

Also with the E-Book you will get another E-book containing lots of amazingly Creative poems about dreamworlds and and life.

In a point of view that is rarely known.

The price for this e-book will be only TBA

The information on how to get this e-book will be posted on here very soon.

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Joss Stone BBC’s Children In Need Appeal Performance

Joss Stone was pictured as she performed at the BBC’s Children in Need Appeal,yesterday.She looks great here.



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Kim and Kyle Richards Celebrates the Season Premiere of Azure Luxury Pool at The Palazzo

Fabulous fashion and glamorous guests celebrated the season premiere of Azure Luxury Pool at The Palazzo under the Vegas sun. Beverly Hills Housewives Kyle and Kim Richards kicked off the summer pool season in style while Spiegel joined in on the party presenting a fashion show featuring the new travel and swim collection. Models wore [...]

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Chris Brown Buys Hollywood Hills Home for $1.585 Mil

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Watch out Hollywood Hills residents -- Chris Brown is your new neighbor!The trouble-making singer just bought a seriously reduced modern-style mansion for a cool $1.585 million. The sleek 2,473 square foot, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom house features an… Read more

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Wild Nature: Animal Print & Faux Fur for Winter 2012

Get ready to unleash your wild nature by adding a touch of the wild to your wardrobe! Leopard, giraffe, zebra, fox, or a polar bear - turn yourself into your one favourite animal. Or a few animals at once, if you like.

Source: http://fashion-allure.com/style/animal-print-winter-2012/

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Fringe Boots for Winter 2012: Isabel Marant, Koolaburra, Kettle

Fringe boots are so hot right now! They are warm and cozy, and they also add a little fun and boho-flair to your Winter 2012 outfits. As of runway, the best boots were showcased at Isabel Marant whose models wore leather and suede “Mony” and “Manly” boots with fringe that bounced back and forth behind them.

Source: http://fashion-allure.com/style/fringe-boots/

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Celebrity Gossip – The Cost of Fame

Celebrities live a charmed life, or so we think. We read about their luxurious lifestyles in the celebrity gossip magazines. We look at their attractive partners, their sparkling jewelry and their posh houses. Many celeb gossip readers fancy living such a life in the lap of luxury. But do we think how they are missing [...]

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'The Muppets': The Reviews Are In!

Critics are overwhelmingly happy with the big-screen reboot featuring Kermit and the gang.
By Kevin P. Sullivan

Miss Piggy in "The Muppets"
Photo: Muppets Studio

It's time to play the music. It's time to light the lights. It's time to meet "The Muppets" for the first time in over 10 years. Everyone's favorite felt friends are back in a big-screen reboot brought to life mostly on behalf of the hard work of lifelong Muppet fan Jason Segel.

The reviews have been overwhelmingly positive. (You can see our own rave here.) Critics have praised the return of the Muppets as fun, warm, family-friendly fare, true to the characters and the fans who have loved them for decades.

Check out our roundup of the reviews.

The Story
"A clever idea holds this reboot together, as simple as making one brother (Gary, played by Segel) human and the other (Walter, voiced by Peter Linz) a Muppet in love with the Muppets legacy. (He sports a Kermit wristwatch.) The locale is Smalltown, USA, which Gary and Walter introduce to us in the opening number, 'Life's a Happy Song.' Gary, his schoolteacher sweetheart Mary (Amy Adams) and Walter journey to Los Angeles for a vacation. Touring the old Muppet Studios facility, the trio learn of the plan to raze the historically significant and sentimentally priceless structure. There's oil under the ground, see, and the weaselly millionaire (Chris Cooper) after it doesn't give a Gonzo's patoot about nostalgia. To preserve the old homestead the visitors must gather together the Muppets from various locales and raise $10 million in a save-the-Muppets telethon." — Michael Phillips, The Chicago Tribune

The Songs
"The setup works like a charm. So do the songs, with several new ones by ["Flight of the Conchords"] star Bret McKenzie. Adams rocks out on 'Me Party.' And Segel's heartfelt ballad 'Man or Muppet?' deserves Academy attention as the movie song of the year." — Peter Travers, Rolling Stone

The Comeback
"As a theatrical troupe, the Muppets haven't exactly been AWOL these past dozen years; the gang rocked YouTube in 2009 with their kick-ass rendition of Queen's 'Bohemian Rhapsody.' But they've certainly been lying low while our twitchy, tweet-y times have favored snarkier, more air-quote-driven entertainment, even from puppets. And in a way, that showbiz hiatus has worked in favor of The Muppets. For adults, the movie's gentle, clever, unironic humor feels freshly, trendily retro now, enhanced by laughs provided in cameos from a very up-to-date roster of stars." — Lisa Schwarzbaum, Entertainment Weekly

The Muppets
"These are the same old, adorable Muppets, as sweetly innocent and likable as ever. Winking at itself, the movie is casually, amusingly self-reflexive. In one joke Kermit the Frog considers telephoning President Carter. 'The Muppets' makes no attempt to match the wisecracking hipness of the 'Shrek' movies. If it doesn't provoke belly laughs, it elicits many affectionate chuckles." — Stephen Holden, The New York Times

The Final Word
"The remarkable thing about the Muppets, then and now, is what distinctive personalities and presences they have. When 'The Muppet Movie,' the first in the series, came out in 1979, there was astonishment that — ohmigod! — Kermit was riding a bicycle! How could a Muppet do that? Today, characters can do anything in the movies, but these Muppets are still played by Muppeteers, and they're still endearing." — Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times

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Charlie Sheen Seeks Custody of Twins After Ex Relapses

Earlier this month, we reported that Charlie Sheen and ex-wife Brooke Mueller had reached an agreement regarding custody of their twin toddlers. Just this past weekend, however, Mueller reportedly relapsed in her battle against drug abuse and was discovered trying to pawn jewelry for extra money. She refused to take a drug test as required [...]

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Positively Fashionable Celebrities Debut Affordable Clothing Lines

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'Dark Knight Rises': Why We're Finally Excited

New details about the film reveal an actual movie in this edition of The Weekly Rising.
By Kevin P. Sullivan

Christian Bale and Tom Hardy on the set of "Dark Knight Rises" in New York City
Photo: Getty Images

Empire has just unleashed a mountain of awesomeness. Beyond the cover photos, we now have plot details, a description of Bane's character (hint: it involves crushing skulls) and a confirmation of the content of the prologue.

You decided, and the votes have been counted. Empire revealed Bane as the first of their two "Dark Knight Rises" covers, and we all got to see Tom Hardy in his evil asthmatic getup straight on for the first time.

It wasn't anything we couldn't have extrapolated from what we've already seen of him, but there is something to be said about looking at an almost unrecognizable Hardy face-to-face. It's like seeing him from his days in "Bronson" (which, if you haven't seen, do so immediately), but even crazier, and that's saying something.

This really is an entirely different look at Bane than we've seen before. If you were like me and gave your computer screen a serious "huh?" when you heard about the casting news, this picture puts to rest any idea that the Bane of the Schumacher Bat-verse is dead and buried.

Hardy and Nolan's Bane is dark, scary and might need some Proactiv Solution Deep Cleansing body wash for whatever is happening on his shoulder. (This edition of The Weekly Rising is brought you to by Proactiv.)

It's difficult not to reminisce about the now-iconic Empire cover with a smirking Heath Ledger as the Joker, one of the best early looks we got at his character. The image of Bane doesn't quite measure up for several reasons — the main being that it's Bane we're talking about here — but seeing "The Dark Knight Rises" promoted in any way like "The Dark Knight" was and is always welcome.

We do have to pause and give the Batman some credit. Bane may have beaten him in the polls, but the reveal of the second-place picture brought more surprise than the Bane image, which we've more or less seen in the deluge of spy photos from the set. The Batman cover shows as the Caped Crusader we all need but don't deserve, and he's packing more heat than we expected.

Mild Spoilers Ahead The big question emerging from these photos will be, "What the hell is that thing Batman's holding?" Any kind of speculation would be completely arbitrary and meaningless at this point, so let's guess what it is. In photos from the set down on Wall Street, we've seen a large timed device that looks like near-future technology, somewhat on par with what we've already seen from the Nolan Batman films. The gun may work to counteract that tech or it could be just a new weapon. Like I said, speculation is meaningless. End Spoilers

Secrets about the film lay inside Empire, and I won't get into them here. The issue hits newsstands on November 24 and details have already begun to trickle out, but I feel the new info means a lot more than just secrets revealed.

What the new issue of Empire does with its set visit and plot details is give us an actual sense that "The Dark Knight Rises" is a film and not just a series of set photos. There is a real story here, and it looks like Nolan is once again doing something unexpected with this story. Every new bit of information inspires excitement beyond what any spy photos or videos could. Nolan and company plan to end their story of Bruce Wayne and the Batman in a way that is final and true to the vision they've explored in two films thus far. This is incredibly exciting stuff.

For the first time, the news about "The Dark Knight Rises" signals what Nolan hopes to do with the film: complete a trilogy. The scraps of news and rumors from the set we've had to chew on so far have trivialized what's really going on here. It is not about Catwoman's ear, Bane's fur coat or the Batwing. The new information from Empire finally gave us an idea of what we can expect from the two hours we'll all spend in the dark this coming July.

What did you think of the new details? Let me know on Twitter via @MTVMoviesBlog, and we'll discuss next week. Also, be sure to check out our new weekly discussion show, "Talk Nerdy to Me."

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