Archive for the 'Celebrities' Category
“Jackass” to take-over SIRIUS Faction Channel 28
Thursday, January 31st, 2008
In what’s certain to be a raucous event, the crew from the Jackass television and film series, which includes Bam Margera, Johnny Knoxville, Steve O, Wee Man, Chris Pontius, and Jackass 2.5 director Jeff Termaine will take-over SIRIUS’ Faction music channel 28 to celebrate the release of Jackass 2.5 on DVD.
For five days they’ll be sharing their behind-the-scenes stories, as well as music from the movies, MTV series and video games. (I’m nervous about that one!)
WHERE: Exclusively on Faction channel 28
WHEN: Monday, February 4 through Friday, February 8
MORE: SIRIUS’ Faction channel is rooted in music and the action sports lifestyle. The channel boasts shows hosted exclusively by action sports stars Tony Hawk, Bam Margera, Johnny Moseley, and Jason Ellis.
For more information, visit www.sirius.com/faction.
Radio Margaritaville Hosts Superbowl Parties Live on SIRIUS
Wednesday, January 30th, 2008Jimmy Buffett’s Radio Margaritaville will broadcast two days of Big Game parties hosted by Miles Hampton live from the newest Margaritaville Cafe, just a stones throw from University of Phoenix Stadium. The parties will feature celebrity guests, Parrotheads and pre-game party music.
Live from Next Door To The Big Game will air live Saturday, February 2 from 5:00 - 8:00 pm ET and again Super Bowl Sunday, February 3 from 1:00 - 5:00 pm ET on SIRIUS channel 31.
Switchfoot Frontman Jon Foreman on SIRIUS
Wednesday, January 30th, 2008Jon Foreman, frontman of the Grammy® nominated Christian rock band Switchfoot, will guest host a special edition of SpiritRocks on SIRIUS Satellite Radio’s Spirit music channel. Foreman will share personal stories behind his music and play songs from Switchfoot as well as other artists he admires.
Immediately following his guest host spot, Jon Foreman will sit down for an exclusive interview and a special eight-song acoustic performance.
Listen in on Saturday, February 2 at 12 am EST on SIRIUS channel 66.
Singer-Songwriter Jack Johnson on SIRIUS
Wednesday, January 30th, 2008Singer-songwriter Jack Johnson sits down for an exclusive interview with SIRIUS Satellite Radio to discuss his highly anticipated new album Sleep Through The Static. During the interview, Johnson shares with listeners his inspiration for the album, and touches on other subjects including his life as a parent and his new “green” studio where the album was recorded.
Jack Johnson also treats fans to an impromptu acoustic performance of the album’s title track, “Sleep Through The Static.”
Check it out: February 1 at 5 pm, February 2 at noon and February 3 at 3 pm and midnight EST exclusively on The Spectrum channel 18.
Mario Bosquez New Host for “Living Today” on the Martha Stewart Channel
Tuesday, January 29th, 2008On daily afternoon show, Bosquez will take calls, welcome guests, discuss cooking, entertaining, gardening, pet care and more.
“Living Today” is exclusively on Martha Stewart Living Radio, SIRIUS channel 112. The show airs Monday - from 1:00 – 5:00 pm ET. Bosquez started on the channel on Monday, January 28, 2008.
Bosquez’s 30-year career in broadcasting spans television and radio. He was recognized by The City of New York for his contributions to the media. His work includes live coverage of the World Trade Center Disaster, and he was honored by President George Bush Sr. and Americares for his work covering the Columbia Earthquake.
His roommates are Forrest, a mixed-breed rescue from the San Antonio Pound along with Dusty and Becky: African Grey Parrot adoptees from Parrot Haven on Long Island. His home in San Antonio, Texas and loft in New York City’s Chinatown are where Mario keeps busy painting, decorating, and cooking for not-so-infrequent fiestas. He is the author of The Chalupa Rules, a collection of insights inspired by traditional Spanish proverbs. He is also a standup comic and a playwright and has appeared in “Latinologues” on Broadway as a featured guest and performer.
Jimmy Dickens on The Roadhouse SIRIUS ch. 62
Monday, January 28th, 2008Country Music Hall of Fame inductee and Grand Ole Opry host Little Jimmy Dickens will guest DJ on SIRIUS Satellite Radio’s The Roadhouse music channel. Jimmy will spend an hour playing his favorite songs and sharing funny stories behind his own music including his sixty years performing at the Grand Ole Opry. Little Jimmy Dickens Guest DJs In The Roadhouse airs Friday, February 8 at 3 pm ET with encores on Saturday February 9 at 12 pm ET and February 10 at 5 pm ET, on The Roadhouse SIRIUS channel 62.
The Roadhouse is the place to hear where it all started. From the Grand Ole Opry to the Country Music Hall of fame, listeners will hear nothing but the classics from country legends including Merle Haggard, Dolly Parton, Waylon Jennings, Tammy Wynette, Conway Twitty, Patsy Cline and many more.
“Lighten Up with Richard Simmons” to Focus on Diabetes
Friday, January 25th, 2008On Sunday, January 27th, SIRIUS’ Lighten Up with Richard Simmons will be dedicated to diabetes awareness. Simmons, one of America’s most loved fitness experts, will discuss the importance of diabetes awareness as well as its related health issues. Richard will be joined by experts from The American Diabetes Association, American Heart Association, and a friend and resident doctor of Richard Simmons, Dr. Frederic Jackson. All will be available to answer questions and concerns regarding diabetes.
American Idol judge Randy Jackson, who was diagnosed with diabetes in 2001, will be a special guest on Lighten Up with Richard Simmons on Sunday, January 27th. According to a recent article in The Washington Post, Jackson joined with the American Heart Association and Takeda Pharmaceuticals North America in a program called The Heart of Diabetes. The program is “designed to encourage people to pay attention to possible diabetes symptoms so that if they do have the disease, they can begin treating and managing it early, significantly reducing their risk for cardiovascular disease.”
According to American Medical News, diabetes affects 7% of the United States population. The American Medical News reports that more than 14 million people have been diagnosed with diabetes, and another 6 million are undiagnosed, according to the Centers for Disease Control.
Every Sunday on his SIRIUS show, Richard reads faxes, letters and emails from people who need a little lift or a little push, and calls them directly to give advice, provide a proverbial shoulder to cry on or just make them laugh.
Lighten Up With Richard Simmons—weekly health, fitness and diet show—airs Sunday 3 pm - 6 pm ET on SIRIUS Stars Ch. 102.
Ringo Starr on SIRIUS Tomorrow
Thursday, January 24th, 2008SIRIUS to broadcast LIVE from “Liverpool 8” record release party featuring a performance from the music icon.
Legendary rocker Ringo Starr sits down for an intimate interview with SIRIUS Satellite Radio host Meg Griffin to discuss the making of his latest album Liverpool 8. During the interview, Starr also discusses his early musical influences and favorite drummers.
Immediately following the interview, SIRIUS will broadcast live from the Liverpool 8 album release party at LA’s House of Blues. The event will included a performance by Ringo Starr and Dave Stewart, the albums co-producer and half of the British music duo, Eurythmics.
Listen on SIRIUS Disorder channel 70 and The Spectrum channel 18 on Friday, January 25.
Interview – 3:15 pm ET
Album release party and performance – 4 pm ET
Sheryl Crow to Take Over the Spectrum ch. 18
Wednesday, January 23rd, 2008Multi-platinum and Grammy® winning artist Sheryl Crow will take over SIRIUS Satellite Radio’s The Spectrum channel. The exclusive five-day special will feature Sheryl playing her favorite music including a track-by-track preview and in-depth discussion of her new album Detours (A&M/Interscope) in stores February 5th.
Among the many tracks on the album, Sheryl discusses how “Lullaby for Wyatt,” a song about her son, “…really informed this album. There’s an urgent feeling about what’s going on in the world. This song is really about, as a parent, you just want to protect your children from the pain that they’re going to ultimately experience in their lives.
During the take-over Sheryl also performs songs from Detours and some of her classic hits at SIRIUS’ studios. Sheryl Crow’s Spectrum will kick-off on February 4th at 7 am ET and run through February 8th on The Spectrum channel 18.
Sheryl Crow catapulted onto the global stage in 1993 with her debut solo album Tuesday Night Music Club. The album sold over six million copies and won Sheryl three Grammy awards including “Best New Artist.” Since then Sheryl Crow has sold over 30 million albums worldwide, received nine Grammy awards and collaborated with renowned artists including Kid Rock, The Rolling Stones and Willie Nelson. Detours is Sheryl Crow’s sixth studio album and was recorded on her farm in Nashville.
SIRIUS ch. 13 Celebrates Elvis Presley’s Birthday
Friday, January 4th, 2008
Elvis Radio, SIRIUS’ channel dedicated to the music and legacy of Elvis Presley, will celebrate the 73rd anniversary of Elvis’ birthday with exclusive live broadcasts from SIRIUS’ studios located at Graceland. The channel will feature live coverage from the steps of Graceland for the traditional birthday ceremony. This year’s celebration will include Priscilla Presley sharing her personal thoughts and memories of Graceland and Elvis.
Elvis Radio will also have special programming leading up to Elvis’ birthday celebration with special guest hosts, interviews, and exclusive live coverage from various events throughout Memphis honoring Elvis Presley.
For a complete schedule, please visit www.sirius.com/elvisradio
Listen from January 5 through January 8.



