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New Year's Eve Specials
Whether you like to jam to country music, dance to pop and R&B, rock out or laugh so hard your sides hurt, this year’s list of New Year’s Eve specials definitely has you covered!
Below is all the info you’ll need to plan the perfect evening in front of the TV, ‘cause that’s really the best place to be!
(Check back here often, more information on these shows and more coming soon!)
FOX
“American Country New Year’s Eve”
Live from Las Vegas
Performers: Lauren Alaina and Rodney Atkins
When: 11:00 PM – 12:30 AM ET live; CT/MT/PT tape-delayed
Host and additional performers to be announced.
For more visit FOX.com
NICKELODEON
“iCarly iStill Psycho”
After receiving word that Nora Dershlit is going to be released from jail, the iCarly kids set out to try and keep their old captor behind bars. Things take a turn for the worse after Nora and her parents capture the gang. Freddie finds a way to get a message to his mother, but will Mrs. Benson be able to come to their rescue before it’s too late? This is one crazy episode iCarly fans won’t want to miss!
When: 8:00 PM ET/PT
Clip: http://vimeo.com/33563400
For more visit www.nick.com
MTV
“NYE in NYC 2012”
Live from New York
Hosted by: Tyler Posey and Demi Lovato
Performers: Demi Lovato, Selena Gomez, J Cole, Jason Derulo, Mac Miller
When: 11:00 PM ET (Tape Delayed PT)
"I love the MTV New Year's Eve Special and am excited to be co-hosting it with Demi Lovato," said Posey. "I love the performances and there are some great acts lined up this year."
“I’m so excited to ring in the New Year in Times Square with MTV as well as share the stage with friends and amazing musicians,” said Lovato.
Visit MTV.com for a look at past NYE events and check out nye.mtv.com to cast your vote for your fave songs of 2011.
ABC
“Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve”
Live from New York / Taped Performances in Los Angeles
Hosted by: Ryan Seacrest & Jenny McCarthy in NY, Fergie in LA
Performers: Pittbull, Hot Chelle Rae, Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber
When: "New Year's Rockin' Eve: The 40th Anniversary Party" (8:00-10:00 p.m., ET) "Dick Clark's Primetime New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2012" (10:00-11:00 p.m., ET) "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2012, Part 1" (11:30 p.m. - 1:08 a.m., ET) "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2012, Part 2" (1:08-2:11 a.m., ET)
Visit abc.go.com for more
Get to Know "Shake It Up's" Adam Irigoyen
Adam's star has been rising quickly over the past year or so, and the Cuban born actor is about to start in his second season of the Disney hit "Shake It Up." Adam not only acts, but he is musical too, which you can see in the videos linked below.
Want to have a chance to meet Adam and see him get the key to the city in his hometown of North Miami Beach? Here's the scoop:
WHAT: North Miami Beach (NMB) Chamber of Commerce / Key to the City Honor Ceremony
WHEN: Monday, December 26th 1:00pm – 4:00pm (1:30pm – Key Ceremony)
WHO: Mayor George Vallejo will be present Disney Channel star, Adam Irigoyen (“Shake it Up”) with a Key to the City of North Miami Beach along with other city officials at approx. 1:30pm.
WHERE: The Ancient Spanish Monastery 16711 West Dixie Highway North Miami Beach, Fl 33160
A meet and greet with Adam will follow the event. Click on the image for more information about how to get passes.
Follow Adam on Twitter
Watch Adam's video on Youtube: Monster Mash
Happy Holidays from Nickelodeon!
Your favorite stars from iCarly, Victorious, Bucket & Skinner's Epic Adventures, Big Time Rush and the upcoming series How to Rock put together this holiday music video for you. Check out "Sleigh Ride" Here
ACAs 2011 Show Recap
You Voted. They Performed. The 2nd Annual American Country Awards took place this past week. Check out the red carpet arrivals and show photos and see who got your votes after the jump!
GBK Hosts ‘Rock N’ Royalty’ Themed Gift Lounge for American Music Awards Weekend
Music, food, charity and celebs always go hand in hand when it comes to the American Music Awards and this year’s GBK Gift Lounge proved to be no different. Stars from music, television and movies all gathered at the SLS Hotel in West Hollywood to rock out to new artists, munch on snacks and check out the latest and greatest in rock n’ roll themed merchandise. EnterTeenment was lucky enough to be invited to the party. Here’s a brief recap.
Music
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SUNDAY DECEMBER 25 10PM ET : Majors & Minors: The HUB Network
Photo by Rob Naples
In this week's episode, the cast is surprised with an unforgettable field trip to visit guest mentor and Black Eyed Peas frontman will.i.am!.
For more visit www.hubworld.com
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Encore episodes of "Majors & Minors" air every Friday at 11PM ET.
DVD
Reviews
ABC Family's Hit Drama "Switched at Birth" Comes to DVD
Family dynamics are tested as two teens realized they were raised by parents who were not their own - they're actually each others.
Bay Kennish, a talented graffiti artist with an edgy streak, grew up in a wealthy family with happily married parents and an older brother. Daphne Vasquez, an athletic teenager who lost her hearing at an early age, grew up with a single mother in a working class neighborhood. When the girls’ worlds collide, family bonds are tested, new romances are sparked, and they start to learn that it’s who they are inside that matters, not where they grew up.
The show stars Vanessa Marano (“Gilmore Girls”) Katie Leclerc (“Veronica Mars”) Constance Marie (“George Lopez”) Lea Thompson (Back To The Future, “Caroline In The City”) D.W. Moffett (“Friday Night Lights”) Lucas Grabeel (Disney Channel’s “High School Musical”) with special guest appearances by Marlee Matlin (“West Wing,” “The L Word”).
"Switched at Birth: Volume 1" includes the full 10-episode season plus exclusive iPod skins. Pick up your copy today where home videos are sold, or order it online at Amazon.com
For more about "Switched at Birth" here abcfamily.go.com/shows/switched-at-birth
Kung Fu Panda 2 Kickin' it On Blu-ray and DVD
The higly entertaining and extremly funny follow up to the Acadamy Award nominated "Kung Fu Panda" is available December 13.
Newly crowned as the Dragon Warrior, Po and his friends, the Furious Five, embark on a mission to defeat Po's most threatening rival yet. And as with any adventure, hilarity, non-stop action and chaos soon ensues.
Included on the Blu-ray / DVD set is a companion story titled "Kung Fu Panda: Secrets of the Masters" which finds Po and the Furious Five uncovering the legend of three of kung fu’s greatest heroes: Master Thundering Rhino, Master Storming Ox and Master Croc. And a new online game, "Kung Fu World," where fans can follow in Po’s footsteps to become a kung fu master. In this virtual online game universe fans can create avatars, play games with their favorite characters, win points towards earning a kung fu black belt, chat with friends and more.
Returning to the film is the all-star cast of voices led by Jack Black and featuring Angelina Jolie, Dustin Hoffman, Gary Oldman, Jackie Chan, Seth Rogen, Lucy Liu, David Cross, Michelle Yeoh, Danny McBride and Jean-Claude Van Damme.
Blu-ray bonus features include: Animation Inspiration—Follow Po and the Furious Five on their journey throughout China! See footage of real locations that served as inspiration for the film and learn fun, kid-friendly facts about China. The Animators’ Corner—Features interviews with creators, animators, cast and crew, along with storyboards, music and commentary. Trivia Track—Pop up trivia, Po style.
Bonus features on both the Blu-ray and DVD versions also include: Kung Fu Panda: Legends of Awesomeness;” Kickin’ It with the Cast; Deleted Scenes; Panda Stories; Kung Fu Shuffle; Ni Hao; Filmmakers’ Commentary; World of DreamWorks Animation; Previews and Sneak Peeks, and a digital copy of the film.
You can buy "Kung Fu Panda 2" on Paramount Home Entertainment at any retail store where home entertainment is sold or order online here
Before you buy, print this coupon and save $5! http://www.kungfucoupon.com/ (Good 12/13 - 12/23)
Check out the trailer:
A clip from the bonus feature "Secrets of the Masters:"
Upcoming Releases
December
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12/6
The Help
Mr. Popper's Penguins
12/13
Kung Fu Panda 2
Switched at Birth Volume 1
Rise of the Planet of the Apes
Fright Night
12/20
Glee: The Concert Movie
Movies
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