Let me just say, first off, I love Tyra Banks. I think she's beautiful, charismatic, a really talented model and, despite the fact that America's Next Top Model has deteriorated like every other reality show out there, I like that it gives opportunities to model wannabes. That being said, TYRA HAS LOST IT.
Between the ridiculous role-playing scenarios played out on recent cycles of ANTM and her very, very enthusiastic desire to be Beyonce, Tyra has gone insane. Now the following video is a bit old already, but I think it's an excellent portrayal of my point. Go to YouTube and type in the keywords "Tyra in the Tub." I predict it will either make you laugh uproariously or run from your computer screaming. One thing's for sure, though. Taking a bath will never be the same.
-- Colby Bleicher
Play list
Top songs of '08
Not to ruin the surprise or anything but to ring in the New Year, the staff of Perfect World is making a huge list of our favorite items of 2008. One of the categories is Best Song. Without doubling up on artists and without delving too deeply into the dangerous cavern that is mainstream pop (Cut me some slack with the Katy Perry and Lady GaGa; the songs are addicting and practically force you to dance.), I put together my own list of favorites. I haven't narrowed it down to the absolute best yet, but for your listening entertainment here is one PWer's top 10 songs of 2008.
That's Not My Name -- The Ting Tings
Kids -- MGMT
Going on -- Gnarls Barkley
Black & Gold -- Sam Sparro
Just Dance -- Lady GaGa ft. Colby O'Donis
Little Bit of Feel Good -- Jamie Lidell
Many Moons -- Janelle Monáe
Viva la Vida -- Coldplay
Trouble Is a Friend -- Lenka
I Kissed a Girl -- Katy Perry
-- Colby Bleicher
Que Pasa
Portugal. The Man performs all-ages show
What: Portugal. The Man, an indie rock band from Wasilla, returns to Anchorage after a successful show this summer. Come support them at this all-ages show.
When: 8 tonight
Where: The Downstairs at Club Millennium
For more information, go to www.familytree presents.com.
Holiday Pops concert great family fare
What: Family Holiday Pops is the Anchorage Concert Chorus holiday concert for the entire family. Including traditional hymns, a carol sing-along and lighthearted holiday fare, this is a great tradition for every family.
When: 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday
Where: Atwood Concert Hall
For more information, visit www.anchorage concertchorus.org.
-- Lindsey Leonard
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