Bret Michaels (Really) Angered Over Tony Awards Debacle - I Predict Lawsuit!

Ok, so maybe you've been living under a rock and missed the clip of Bret Michaels getting (nearly) beheaded at the 2009 Tony Awards. Sure, it looks bad and bandanna boy (thanks Kenny!) did go down hard. In all seriousness, the incident is scary as shit because those stage props/video screens are massive and weigh literal tons. So anyway, Bret either missed his mark or someone was asleep at the wheel, but whatever the case, Bret was smacked, knocked off his boots and smashed his nose and may even have neck and back injuries. I predicted there were be repercussions...and it seems I was right.

Our friends over at Blabbermouth posted comments from Bret Michaels' management company criticizing the Tony Awards. Here's a little bit:

Janna Elias, a representative for Michaels, stated, "With all due respect to everyone working the Tony Awards, somewhere down the line there was a lack of communication and the prop should have been immediately halted until Michaels was clear. Sunday morning at rehearsals, Bret was never informed that the descending set piece existed, let alone would be moving into position as he was exiting the stage.

Added Elias: "I find it surprising that a Tony spokesperson would brush off this incident with a comment stating, Mr. Michaels missed his mark,' with no mention of concern for his condition. If everyone at the Tonys were aware that Bret missed his mark, then they should have been aware enough to stop the set piece from hitting him or at least slowed it down until he cleared the stage. I feel had this incident happened to Liza Minneli, Dolly Parton or Elton John, the Tonys would have at least issued a letter of concern.

I actually agree with that Elias woman on the part about special treatment for Liza, Dolly or Elton. It does seem weird no one with the Tony Awards issued a statement of concern - but maybe Bret's injuries are really nothing to write home about. Who knows for sure?

Now, in case you're confused or don't follow Broadway (and I don't either, so there you go) Poison was on the Tony Awards as part of a special medley for Rock of Ages. That's a show all about Glam. Now, to make this story even more bonkers, Dee Snider is defending himself, saying he didn't have anything to do with Bret's accident. Did we think he was guilty? I mean, WTF? Apparently, there was a chance Dee and the rest of Twisted Sister were going to perform "We're Not Gonna Take It" during the awards show, but that obviously didn't happen. I guess Dee was spotted in the wings right before Poison took the stage and that's how the Internet rumors began...

Bret is scheduled to make an official statement this week. I think he'd be better off writing a new Poison song - and fast - to capitalize on all this bonkers press. The band *needs* new music and having their name in headlines all week is a great kick in the pants when it comes to music press. If Bret is overtly negative, it's going to make Poison look very bad. I mean, Bret is already widely criticized for his Rock of Love shenanigans...being overly litigious isn't very rock n' roll.

Who wants to start a Bret Michaels lawsuit poll? I say Bret will sue, settle out of court and get an undisclosed amount of cash. This windfall will mean the absolute death of Poison and we'll never get any new music. That's my official prediction. Leave me yours in the "comments" section. Go!

The Week of Adam Lambert

Adam Lambert sure is having a good week. It was just announced (officially) that the Lamb signed with RCA records. The press release is glowing, with record executives using words like “thrilled” over and over.

An excerpt:

To find a talent as exceptional as Adam Lambert is a rare and special event,” says Simon Fuller, Creator and Executive Producer of American Idol and Founder & CEO of 19 Entertainment. “I am thrilled that American Idol was the platform for the world to discover this brilliant young man. He is unique and unforgettable and a certain star of tomorrow.”

Yes!

Of course, those of us that follow Adam’s every move (and yes, I am a Lamb Skank and yes, I sit on Idol Forums into the wee hours of the night just in case there’s anything newsworthy) already knew about the RCA deal.

Diehards also already knew that Adam landed the cover of Rolling Stone, too.

Finally – just a couple hours ago- the totally awesome cover “leaked.” As predicted, Adam talks about his sexuality (and drugs) in the article.

Twisted Sister Listening Party

Twisted Sister is on the road, celebrating a big milestone: the 25th anniversary of Stay Hungry.  To mark the occasion, the band will rerelease a deluxe version of the album via Rhino. Today, I'm happy to bring you an exclusive listening party so you can preview many of the songs on the two CD release.

Click here for the exclusive stream.

Stream key:

From Disc 1 (Entire Album):
Stay Hungry
We're Not Gonna Take It
Burn In Hell
Horror-Teria (The Beginning)
Captain Howdy
Street Justice
I Wanna Rock
The Price
Don't Let Me Down
The Beast
S.M.F.

From Disc 2:
Death From Above
We're Not Gonna Take It (Early Demo)

The 25th anniversary Stay Hungry rerelease is out June 30 and yes, you can pre-order the disc.

Adam Lambert Wins First Award, I Fear Desmond Child

Last night, Adam Lambert won the “Young Hollywood Artist of the Year” at the 11th annual Young Hollywood Awards in Los Angeles. The show wasn't televised, but some highlights will be on Entertainment Tonight.

I think it's pretty impressive Adam won the big award of the night considering he hasn't even released his first album yet. Hell, the writing process just started. All sorts of writers are working up songs and I do hope Adam stays true to his word and he maintains a high level of input. One of the biggest writers apparently pitching songs is Desmond Child.

This makes me nervous.

Desmond Child wrote dozens of big Glam hits. Name a Bon Jovi song and Desmond probably had a hand in it...Then again, he also wrote all those 90s Aerosmith ballads...you know, the songs that took all the Rocks out of my beloved favorite band. I need some grit and grime with my rock thank you. Rock songs needn't be polished like a diamond. I hope Adam dirties it up if he does, in fact, go the rock route. 

There may be more Adam news this week, so be ready. The big news is an Adam Rolling Stone cover, which would be out this Friday. The rumor is that the cover is quite risqué. I hope so - I expect nothing less.

Click here for Getty Images of the Young Hollywood Awards red carpet.

Here's some red carpet randomness.

Bret Michaels Beheaded at 2009 Tony Awards

There are no words. Watch the end. Jeebus.

Wait, here's a closer view. Damn.

So Many Seasons

I just saw the video for "So Many Seasons" by Tuff for the very first time about two hours ago. Where has this clip been my whole life? The song "So Many Seasons" is on the album What Goes Around Comes Around. Ah 1991, I miss you!

Watch the clip. Tell me, is there any better song for a summer Sunday? Nah, I didn't think so!

Ok, Who Bought the New Chickenfoot Disc?

Chickenfoot - the supergroup featuring Sammy Hagar, Michael Anthony, Joe Satriani and Chad Smith - just released its self-titled debut. I went to the local Wal-Mart (yeah, I stay classy) but couldn't find a copy of the disc. Digital is fine, but I still want a traditional copy for the album art.

Note: From now until June 8th, Amazon.com is offering the digital download of Chickenfoot for only $3.99.

So what is great on this much anticipated debut? Quite frankly, a whole lot - but what do you expect when Sammy is involved? Hagar is just a great musician and frontman and his songs are fun. He gets the idea of being the total package: rockstar second, entertainer first.

"Oh Yeah" is the first single and it's probably my favorite track on the disc. I also really like "Soap On A Roap."

I was really hoping to see Chickenfoot on tour this summer, but it doesn't look like it's going to happen. None of the dates match my free time/vacation/location schedule. 

For the most part, the Chickenfoot disc is lighthearted fun. No one in the band is known for making uptight albums, and this amazing debut falls right in line with the traditional care free attitude that tends to surround any Sammy Hagar project. It rocks and you want it - trust me.

All this talk of Sammy makes me want to go to Cabo...