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Free download of Studio 60's Christmas musical performance

by Julia Ward, posted Dec 9th 2006 4:40PM
Trombone ShortyIf you didn't see Studio 60's Christmas episode, then you should. Not only was it one of the show's best, but it featured a musical performance by New Orleans musicians displaced by Hurricane Katrina that's sure to put a lump in your throat. The musicians were led by Troy "Trombone Shorty" Andrews in an original arrangement of "O Holy Night." You hear carols a thousand times, and after awhile, they lose the power to move you. This performance brought all that power back. You can now download the track as a free MP3 from NBC's Studio 60 website or iTunes.

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Shark: Pilot (series premiere)

by Michael Canfield, posted Sep 21st 2006 10:53PM
James Woods in Shark(S01E01) The premise here is that a high-priced defense attorney grows a conscience and heads up an new unit of the prosecutor's office to convict high-profile (read rich and/or famous) criminals. This set-up is dispensed with in a couple short scenes so we can get on with it. I appreciated that. There's also a subplot with Sebastian Stark (James Woods) learning to feel and become a better father to his daughter. Squeeze in a couple scenes to establish Jessica Devlin (Jeri Ryan) as a no-nonsense D.A. who is doubtful about having Stark in her department. Then add in four or five difficult-to-distinguish attractive young associates to complete Stark's team, and even before we get to his first case, the one-hour pilot is packed full of character types we've seen in prime time many times before.

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What's on tonight: 'Til Death, Happy Hour, Big Brother, Andre Agassi, Crocodile Hunter

by Bob Sassone, posted Sep 7th 2006 4:50PM
  • Bobby FlayAt 7, USA has more coverage of the U.S. Open.
  • At 8, FOX has the premiere of 'Til Death, followed by the premiere of Happy Hour and a new Celebrity Duets.
  • CBS has a new Big Brother: All Stars at 8.
  • NBC has the first football of the season at 8, Dolphins vs. Steelers.
  • Court TV has the movie A Few Good Men at 8.
  • Also at 8: HBO runs the entire When The Levees Broke miniseries.
  • At 9, TV Guide Channel has the special A Salute to the Crocodile Hunter.
  • Larry King has an interview with Andre Agassi on CNN at 9.
  • TCM has the original The Producers at 9.
  • At 10, Food Network has a new Throwdown With Bobby Flay, followed by a new Ace of Cakes.
  • The History Channel has a new American Eats at 10, about beer, followed by a new Modern Marvels.

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Super Emmy Preview: TV Guide in 60 seconds

by Bob Sassone, posted Aug 19th 2006 10:47AM
  • TV Guide - EmmysOn the cover: a supergigantic, mega preview of The Emmy Awards, including an interview with host Conan O'Brien.
  • Matt Roush calls Vanished "cliche-ridden," but loves Spike Lee's documentary about Hurricane Katrina, When The Levees Broke.
  • A guide for parents on how to use the ratings system.
  • Richard Dean Anderson talks about Stargate SG-1's 200th episode.
  • Ausiello has the scoop on a new cast member joining House.
  • In the print edition: a preview of the new season of Prison Break; a Q and A with Shannen Doherty about her new relationship show; and a look at the new Raven sequel on the Disney Channel.

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NBC brings Spike Lee on board

by Anna Johns, posted Jul 19th 2006 9:22AM
spike leeFormative filmmaker Spike Lee has signed a development deal with NBC. Talks between the network and Lee reportedly began in May, after he directed the pilot for the CBS legal drama, Shark (starring James Woods). No word yet on exactly what the show will be about.

Knowing that Spike Lee is creating a television drama is very exciting. I'm not sure how his work will translate onto television, but you can bet that whatever he comes up with will be thoughtful and poignant. At least, that's what I'm hoping. In the meantime, Lee is premiering a four-hour documentary on HBO on August 16th about the government's response to Hurricane Katrina.

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The Office: Valentine's Day

by Michael Sciannamea, posted Feb 10th 2006 11:22AM

Love is in bloom at The Office as it is Valentine's Day. We first see Pam (with her new hairdo that makes her look even more attractive than ever) describing what is going on, and then Phyllis gets a huge bouquet of flowers from her boyfriend Bob. We then learn that Michael is set to leave for New York City for a big meeting with other branch managers and Dunder Mifflin's CFO. Plus, he mentions that his boss Jan, with whom he hooked up with a few months before, will be there, and he slyly mentions the fact that it is Valentine's Day.

Jim then discusses his plans for the evening--since he broke up with his girlfriend a few weeks back, he's looking to get a few guys together to play some poker. Meanwhile, Dwight gets a box that contains a bobblehead doll of himself. He is absolutely thrilled, and we see Angela, normally very tightly wound, smile. We then learn that office chatterbox Kelly hooked up with Ryan, and she can't stop talking about it to Jim, who seems uncomfortable with the whole situation.

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