Cult Favorite "UHF" makes 4K UHD debut with 35th Anniversary Edition from Shout! Studios

A true cult classic, exciting news that "Weird Al" Yankovic's "UHF" is coming to 4K UHD in early June 2024...Robert Kinsler

UHF 35th Anniversary Edition  Cult Favorite Beloved by Generations of Fans Makes 4K UHD Debut July 2, 2024 from Shout! Studios

For nearly five decades, multiple   Grammy ™ and Emmy™ award-winning musician and satirist "Weird Al" Yankovic has been entertaining audiences worldwide with his parodies of songs by the biggest stars in the musical universe, as well as his many appearances on television, film, and the concert stage. This July, his cult classic film UHF will make its 4K UHD debut as a two-disc 4K UHD + Blu-ray 35th Anniversary Edition from Shout! Studios. The standard release includes a new 4K scan of the original 35mm camera negative, audio commentary with "Weird Al" Yankovic and director Jay Levey, the retrospective panel from San Diego Comic-Con 2014, deleted scenes, behind the scenes footage, easter eggs, and more! Fans who order directly from Shout! Studios will have the option to purchase an exclusive edition of the release bundled with a plethora of new extras. Available in three different configurations, these editions include the two-disc 4K UHD along with various combinations of a site-exclusive o-card with new illustration, posters of both original theatrical art and new illustration art, brand-new Scratch-n-Sniff card for the movie, a TV remote stress squeezer, prism sticker of Weird Al, an enamel pin set, and a Spatula City fridge magnet. For more info and to pre-order, please visit ShoutStudios.com   In the cult classic UHF, "Weird Al" Yankovic is George Newman, a hopeless daydreamer who becomes the manager of a small TV station that's losing money as quickly as it's losing viewers. Before long he's programming shows like "Stanley Spadowski's Clubhouse", "Wheel of Fish", and "Raul's Wild Kingdom." But can Channel 62's new popularity save it from sinister forces? To find out... don't touch that dial! Starring "Weird Al" Yankovic (WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story), Michael Richards (Seinfeld), Kevin McCarthy (Invasion of the Body Snatchers), Fran Drescher (The Nanny), Gedde Watanabe (Sixteen Candles), Victoria Jackson (Saturday Night Live), and more! UHF 35th Anniversary Edition Bonus Features 4K UHD: NEW 4K scan of the original 35mm camera negative Audio Commentary with "Weird Al" Yankovic and director Jay Levey BD: NEW 4K scan of the original 35mm camera negative Retrospective Panel From San Diego Comic-Con 2014 Audio Commentary with "Weird Al" Yankovic and director Jay Levey Deleted Scenes Behind-The-Scenes Footage Music Video Production Stills Easter Eggs Promotional Materials   Shout! Studios Exclusive Bundles  Deluxe Bundle: UHF 35th Anniversary Edition 4K UHD (same bonus features as wide release), posters of both original theatrical art and new illustration art, site-exclusive o-card with new illustration, prism sticker of Weird Al, brand-new Scratch-n-Sniff card for the movie, TV remote stress squeezer, Spatula City fridge magnet and an enamel pin set Bundle #2: UHF 35th Anniversary Edition 4K UHD (same bonus features as wide release), posters of both original theatrical art and new illustration art, site-exclusive o-card with new illustration, prism sticker of Weird Al, brand-new Scratch-n-Sniff card for the movie, TV remote stress squeezer, and a Spatula City fridge magnet Bundle #3: UHF 35th Anniversary Edition 4K UHD (same bonus features as wide release), posters of both original theatrical art and new illustration art, site-exclusive o-card with new illustration, prism sticker of Weird Al and a brand-new Scratch-n-Sniff card for the movie About Shout! Studios Launched in 2003, Shout! Studios is a multiplatform media company specializing in film and TV distribution, development, and production. The company has evolved with the changing entertainment landscape to excel in all forms of content distribution, including theatrical, digital streaming, broadcast and in-flight licensing, physical media, and more. Shout! Studios owns and manages a large portfolio of contemporary and classic feature films, series, animation, and documentaries. The company’s creative acquisition mandate has established it as a leading independent distributor, with partners and properties including Aardman Animations, ALF, The Carol Burnett Show, Stephen J. Cannell Productions, The Johnny Carson Show, the Roger Corman New Horizons Pictures Library, GKIDS, ITV Studios, LAIKA Studios, Mystery Science Theater 3000 (in partnership with creator Joel Hodgson), and Sesame Street, alongside many others. Shout! Kids focuses on live-action and animated kids and family properties including anime, and the company releases genre and horror films and television shows under the Scream Factory imprint. Shout! Studios also produces, acquires, and distributes new films, and operates the acclaimed streaming service Shout! TV and its family of FAST channels. Shout! Studios is based in Los Angeles, California. For more on Shout! Studios, visit ShoutStudios.com

The world has lost David Bowie

Singer-songwriter David Bowie performs on stage at the Pond 
in Anaheim, California in 2004. Photo credit: Kelly A. Swift

Posted by Robert Kinsler

The world lost David Bowie last night (Sunday, Jan. 10, 2016) after an 18-month battle fighting cancer. He was only 69.

I was fortunate to see David Bowie in concert three times over the years and loved every appearance. I will never forget catching him for the first time at his event-ending appearance at the US Festival at Glen Helen Regional Park (in San Bernardino, California) in late May 1983. His set played out on an especially cold and windy night (daytime temps had been sweltering), but I stayed for the full set and it was amazing to see him perform classics such as "Heroes," "Fashion" and "Rebel Rebel" as well as then-new songs like "Let's Dance." He was so great that when he circled around and performed at Anaheim Stadium later that year (with Madness and the Go-Go's as openers), I went to that concert too! His songs have always pushed the creative envelope and one thing you can truly say isn't no matter the era ('60s through earlier this week with the release of his latest album Blackstar on his 69th birthday (Friday, Jan. 8, 2016), Bowie's songs and recordings sound timeless...

Of course, remembrances are coming in from everywhere:

"We are deeply saddened by the loss of David Bowie. It was an honor and a privilege to release his music to the world."
Columbia Records

"Shocked 2 hear about David. A dear friend & mentor to me. Gave me help when I most needed it. My thoughts r with his family this very sad day."
Peter Frampton

"A huge loss - we're absolutely devastated. #RIPDavidBowie"
The Zombies

"God bless David Bowie - peace and love to all his family."
Ringo Starr


"I grew up listening to and watching the pop genius David Bowie. He was a master of re-invention, who kept getting it right. A huge loss."
British Prime Minister David Cameron

"I feel like the wind has been knocked out of me - I was not ready for this. RIP Bowie."
Al Yankovic

David Bowie performing at Area 2 
Festival in Irvine in 2002.
Photo credit: Kelly A. Swift

“With the passing of David Bowie the world has lost a true artist in every respect; uniquely original, ever expanding and exploring...Daryl and I played with him in 1973 on his first U.S. tour. Off stage he always struck me as warm and engaging. His creativity and musical legacy will live forever.” 
John Oates

“I was saddened to hear the news of David's passing. I've known him for many years and have great respect for his contribution to music and style. John and I first met him when we toured together back in 1973 and I was blown away by his stage persona. I ran into him many times over the years and was also impressed by his intelligence. He was one of a kind and will be missed.” 
Daryl Hall

"David Bowie was truly a Renaissance man and visionary artist with extraordinary talent as a singer, songwriter, performer, actor and producer, and was a musical hero to millions. A GRAMMY^® Award Winner and a Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, he is remembered and celebrated today for his audacious approach to pushing creative boundaries and ability to reinvent himself time and time again, changing the course of pop music in the process. David was a true original who influenced so many and his art will live on forever. We offer our sincere condolences to his family, friends, creative collaborators and to all of David’s fans across the globe."
Neil Portnow
President/CEO
The Recording Academy

" 'I wanted to prove the sustaining power of #music.' RIP to the great David Bowie."
NAMM

"Like everyone today we're mourning the passing of a true musical giant and cultural icon. RIP David Bowie."
The Jayhawks

Here is a nice overview and video story on ABC News:
http://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/david-bowie-memorable-music-moments/story?id=36212744


Here is coverage on KTLA News:
http://ktla.com/2016/01/10/david-bowie-dies-at-69-after-battle-with-cancer/



Here is coverage in the Sacramento Bee:
http://www.sacbee.com/entertainment/celebrities/article54073790.html

Here is an article that details the events/process that led to the creation of his final album:
http://931jackfm.cbslocal.com/2016/01/11/davie-bowies-producer-confirms-album-was-parting-gift/

Sights and Sounds: Farm Aid 2014, Santana, Duran Duran, Jenny Lewis, "Weird Al" Yankovic

Good afternoon everybody. Ready for your afternoon round-up?

Jack White, Neil Young and Willie Nelson will be featured at Farm Aid 2014. Read more here at the Paste site.

The Orange County Register has a feature story on Carlos Santana. Please note, you must be a subscriber to read the story (which is behind a paywall).

Duran Duran

Yikes! Duran Duran is taking its own fan club to court! Read the latest in Spin here.

Make sure to read this feature story on Jenny Lewis if you are a fan of the singer-songwriter.

"Weird Al" Yankovic hits Number One on Billboard. Read the L.A. Times article here.

Inbox Update: Michael J. Nelson, The Beatles, "Weird Al" Yankovic, Duncan Sheik, Polaris Music Prize

The Beatles will be the subject of a forthcoming
 documentary focusing on their early years.

Here is your Wednesday morning buzz to help get you through the day...

Michael J. Nelson of Mystery Science Theater 3000 fame steps outside of his well-known role of riffing bad movies (and even some arguably good movies via Rifftrax) to opine on some of his favorite music. An interesting and fun read!

Director Ron Howard is set to direct a documentary chronicling the early years of The Beatles, specifically when the Fab Four was a touring outfit. You can read all about the project courtesy of USA Today here.

Read the history behind a dozen of "Weird Al" Yankovic's most classic music videos.

Who knew?! Singer-songwriter Duncan Sheik has penned tunes for an American Psycho musical! Rolling Stone has all the details here.

Finally, the semi-finalist roster for this year's Polaris Music Prize includes Arcade Fire, Chromeo and Drake. Pitchfork has an article here.

Sights and Sounds: "Weird Al" Yankovic, Garth Brooks, Jenny Lewis, Blink-182

Good morning everybody. Here we go...

"Weird Al" Yankovic has issued the first music video for his #8videos8days project, a delightful and fun video for "Tacky," a reworked version of Pharrell's monster-hit "Happy." Watch it here.

Garth Brooks is set to embark on a world tour with Trisha Yearwood. News today reveals the pair will kick off the tour with a performance at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, IL on Thursday, Sept. 4. Tickets can be purchased on ticketmaster.com beginning at 10 a.m. (CST) on Friday, July 25.

Jenny Lewis has premiered the video for her new single,
"Just One of the Guys" via GQ.com.

California singer-songwriter Jenny Lewis has premiered the music video for her new single "Just One of the Guys," which can been seen exclusively on GQ.com today. The video stars Kristen Stewart and Anne Hathaway. "Just One of the Guys" is the first single from Lewis' forthcoming album The Voyager, which is set to land on July 29, 2014.

Finally, Poway, CA-spawned hero Blink-182 is set to release a new album. Read all the details courtesy of USA Today here.