Brokeback Mountain Sequel, starring Duane Martin?

UPDATE as of October 2007: Any talk about actors Duane Martin and Tisha Campbell getting a divorce is False. Any talk about Duane Martin being homosexual is also false. Therefore anything that you may hear or read in the future on any website, tv program, tabloid or gossip column that is in relation to any of these RUMORS should be viewed as false information. Whoever put these lies out in the first place was not telling the truth.

Therefore, if you are still interested in reading what was put out earlier this year, so be it. Just keep in mind that it is NOT TRUE and it seems that people have taken this way out of hand. You can read more about the truth and the lies HERE.

Old Post from 8/15/07:
It has been reported that Hollywood actor Duane Martin and his wife, actress Tisha Campbell-Martin are getting a divorce. This is the result of a two year love affair that Duane Martin has been involved with. Why that surprises me, the additional details of this affair is even more shocking. Duane Martin's affair was with another man. However, he and Tisha Campbell have children together. Go figure. It is a shame that their marriage is ending this way. They are both talented actors. Hopefully, they will both get through this rough time and continue with their careers and raising their children by way of a mutual parenting agreement.

What I cannot seem to understand is why Duane Martin would get married to a woman in the first place, if he is gay. That seems like that is a waste of time for both he and Tisha Campbell, who could have married a heterosexual male instead. This newly discovered side of Duane Martin however, could open up doors for additional movie roles for the actor that he may not have obtained otherwise. Maybe it could even land him a guest role on South Park as they discuss issues surrounding the LGBT community. He could also co-host the "In Bed with Butch" show on WYBE in Philadelphia.

No matter what happens to boost his public image and acting career, Duane Martin
may want to figure out how this is going to affect the children that he shares with Tisha Campbell. How is his "coming out" also going to affect Tisha Campbell, who has been through enough drama within the last few decades or so.

Any thoughts on this? Post your comments below.

Lil Mama: The World needs something better than “Lip Gloss"

If you regularly listen to urban or pop radio, Lil Mama may sound familiar. Her videos are on MTV and BET networks. This rapper has also collaborated with pop star, Avril Lavigne for the remix to her “Girlfriend” single. Lil Mama has achieved stardom for her catchy song titled “Lip Gloss”. This song is as simple as it sounds. Music fans have welcomed this tune into their lives with open arms. Children are reciting the lyrics and women are dancing to the tune of Lil Mama. While the “Lip Gloss” song may be popular, music fans need much more quality than what has been released by a teenage girl from Brooklyn, New York.

“Lip Gloss” is a Stupid Song
The concept of “Lip Gloss” is second-rate overall. Lil Mama raps about how great a cosmetic product is on her face. According to the Lip Gloss lyrics, boys are fascinated by this item so much that it is their after-school focus. Students should be more concerned about their homework, not someone’s Lip Gloss. There have been so much music of poor quality released, it makes one think that everyone should be able to get a record deal.

Former pop star, Sisqo made a song glorifying thongs back in the 90’s and then a rapper became popular off of a hit about T-Shirts. Something has to be done to stop low quality songs from bombarding the radio airwaves and blurring one’s ability to tell the difference between good music and junk. There is nothing special about Lip Gloss. It is a cosmetic that does not warrant a dedication from music artists. However, there may be some quality to a song about lip gloss if it were released by a country singer.

For some reason, country music can make any part of life seem meaningful without sounding ridiculous. Unfortunately, rap music does not have that luxury. There are too many songs that talk about nothing. These songs are a waste of the record company’s money and radio time. How many times do we have to hear about how much money someone has or where they sell their drugs? Lil Mama has entered this meaningless sector with her “Lip Gloss” song. It does not mean anything past the fact that one adores her cosmetics.

Current Beats makes the music
Meaningful or not, there are a lot of songs that become popular based on the background instruments or synthesizer. Music fans will embrace a song if it has a catchy beat. This is the case with a lot of rap and pop songs that are released. It is also the case with “Lip Gloss”. This song is easy to enjoy because the beat is entertaining. Lil Mama has received a portion of her fame because of it.

Utilizing her Talent
There are many talented and successful artists who come from New York City. In fact, a lot of rappers are given support by fans on the merit of their hometown. Lil Mama has a devoted fan base due to her strong Brooklyn roots and support system. This can work for her or against the young female artist. Many people will more than likely dismiss her as a “one hit wonder” if she does not create popular follow-ups to her hit “Lip Gloss” single.

This will be the case no matter what the meanings of her songs are. However, Lil Mama will always be seen as the bubble gum rapper to older music fans until she releases better singles. She has the looks and confidence to go far in her genre. This female rapper also has a lot of talent and can generate mass appeal for years. The way to do this is by upgrading the sophomore album to something more Grammy worthy.

4 Reasons to go see The Simpsons Movie

Bart Simpson is going Full Frontal
There has been much controversy surrounding Bart Simpson’s nudity scene in The Simpsons movie. Many people are supportive and others are against the scene. There are also citizens who frankly do not care whether the nude scene is in this movie or not. No matter where you fall on the subject, it is worth investigating. Only when you see the movie will you be able to determine if it is offensive or not.

The controversy behind Bart Simpson’s full frontal scene has provided additional publicity for the movie. This can only work in the Hollywood studio’s favor. Despite the complaints from many citizens concerning the appropriateness of Bart Simpson’s nude scene, millions of people are interested in seeing this movie. This interest includes those who may be against the scene. Many people want to watch it out of pure curiosity. It is one reason to go see The Simpsons Movie.

A must-see for true Simpsons fanatics
If you are a fan of the TV show, there is no reason to skip out on it at the local movie theater. The Simpsons Movie is a big part of history related to the animated series’. Every popular animated TV show does not do well as a feature film. The Garfield Movie is an example of that point. Many fans of this well loved cat were disappointed and somewhat confused about the motion picture version.

It is important to support The Simpsons Movie as much as you can. The film’s box office results will determine who the real fans are. Those who have been watching the Simpsons on Fox for years and have collected memorabilia are the same individuals who should be at the theater on opening night. The Simpsons Movie is a great addition to the long run of television’s most popular animated series. It is important to keep that popularity going.

Use The Simpsons as Writing Material
If you own a blog or online journal, writing about The Simpsons Movie could attract more visitors to your website. You can write about the trailer and every other topic under the sun related to the movie up to its release. However, you may benefit greatly by writing about your own personal reviews on the movie. This can be done only after you have seen The Simpsons movie in its entirety. There will be tons of reviews on this movie once it is released.

Some will like it and other will trash it. Your blog or website post will help someone else determine whether they should rent it, go see it in the theater or skip the movie altogether.
Many people want to read about The Simpsons Movie. Why not direct these people to your blog or website? An ongoing debate may arise from your reviews. This offers a chance to obtain repeast visitors to your blog. That can mean popularity for your website and possibly more cash if you have monetized this area as well.

Everyone else is doing it
This is the bottom line when it comes to The Simpsons Movie. It does not matter what your friend’s say or do. The only thing that matters is that you have seen The Simpsons Movie in it’s entirety at the movie theater. It will allow you to decide for yourself if it was good and whether or not people should complain about Bart Simpson’s nude scene. Just about every citizen on the planet is going to see this movie when it is released.

Some are heading to the theater to support their favorite characters. Other people are going just so that they can have more reasons to criticize it once they leave the theater. No matter what the reason is, you do not want to be left out when your co-workers, myspace friends and neighbors are discussing it. The only way to make sure that you can join in on conversations is to go and see the movie. I am not The Simpsons’ number one fan, yet I am still interested in this movie because of what it represents. It’s a movie about “The Simpsons” and you cannot get any better than that.