- The deal between Mickey Rourke & World Wrestling Entertainment for WrestleMania 25 apparently fell through over the past few days, as his publicist sent in an e-mail to clarify the situation. "Mickey was very honoured to be asked, as he has the greatest respect for WWE; however, he isn't participating in WrestleMania. He's focusing entirely on his acting career," said the short statement. Last Sunday @ the SAG Awards, Rourke confirmed he'd be @ the biggest sports-entertainment show of the year & warned Chris Jericho to "get in shape." Rourke, along with Jericho, appeared on CNN's Larry King Live on Tuesday to promote the movie & their on-screen feud. His publicist also said that Rourke's schedule's full & wouldn't be participating in any interviews.
- While StoneCold Steve Austin's the only 1 confirmed so far for the 2009 Hall of Fame, word got out that Ricky 'The Dragon' Steamboat will also be inducted this year. Cowboy Bill Watts was notified about being inducted a few weeks ago & accepted the invitation. http://www.PWInsider.com is reporting that 2008 WWE Hall of Famer "Nature Boy" Ric Flair will be doing the honours for Steamboat & won't be inducting Austin, as previously speculated. Stonecold originally requested Flair to induct him. Last year in his Hall of Fame speech, Slick Ric acknowledged that Steamboat's his greatest opponent ever. During his wrestling career, the Dragon won a lot of titles, including the NWA Heavyweight title, WWF Intercontinental title, WCW United States, Television & Tag Team titles, plus more. His NWA Heavyweight title win came against Flair himself, in February 1989 in Chicago, Illinois.
- Former RAW & ECWWE Heavyweight champion Rob Van Dam posted a blog on his website, regarding his appearance @ the Royal Rumble. Van Dam was the surprise entry this year & his deal was only a 1-time shot, similar to his appearance @ the RAW anniversary show. "This came together @ the last minute & worked out well for every1, you included," said RVD. "Besides the awesome RVD kicks flying everywhere, it was cool seeing every1 backstage. Yes -- every1. I also enjoyed knowing that these guys were driving on to Cleveland, while I was flying back to Cali!" Van Dam was joined by his wife Sonya, who @ the moment's fighting a much more dangerous opponent, cancer. You can visit RVD's website @ http://robvandam.com
- WWE has changed the name of 1 of their June pay-per-views, removing 1 Night Stand from the line up & replacing it with Extreme Rules. 1 Night Stand was created when WWE brought back ECWWE for 1 night only in 2005. The event was a major success, which led the company to do it again the next year & eventually adding it to its PPV calendar. The name didn't make much sense anymore, since it was anything but a 1 night stand. All matches on the pay-per-view are contested under extreme rules, hence the new name.
- http://www.WWE.com has a poll, asking fans to vote for the greatest WrestleMania legend of all-time. 5 wrestlers are listing, including Hulk Hogan, The Rock, "$1,000,000 Man" Ted DiBiase, Mick Foley & the Big Show. You can vote in the poll @ http://gen.wwe.com/glowm25/index.php?poll=1
- WWE's new '25th Anniversary of WrestleMania Calendar' includes a list of dates & locations for all of their 2009 PPV's. . .
No Way Out, February 15th @ the Key Arena in Seattle, Washington. . . WrestleMania 25, April 5th @ the Reliant Stadium in Houston, Texas. . . Backlash, April 26th @ the Dunkin' Donuts Center in Providence, Rhode Island. . . Judgment Day, May 17th @ the Allstate Arena in Chicago, Illinois. . . 1 Night Stand, June 7th @ the New Orleans Arena in New Orleans, Louisiana. . . Night Of Champions, June 28th @ the ARCO Arena in Sacramento, California. . . Great American Bash, July 26th @ the Wachovia Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. . . Summerslam, August 23rd @ the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. . . Unforgiven, September 13th @ the Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec. . . No Mercy, October 4th @ the Mellon Arena in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. . . Cyber Sunday, October 25th @ the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, New Jersey. . . Survivor Series, November 22nd @ the Verizon Center in Washington, DC.
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WWE NEWS: the Fink, the Canucks & the Bald Red Machine
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- WWE Hall-of-Famer Jim Ross updated his blog & you can read the latest posting @ http://www.jrsbarbq.com
- Howard Finkel posted a blog on the WWE Universe site, asking how ECWWE General Manager Theodore Long could let Matt Hardy walk away without getting anybody in return from Smackdown. "Once Matt expressed his desire to you to be released, did you not even think about picking up the phone, calling your SmackDown GM counterpart Vickie Guerrero & regardless of past feelings, let her know of Matt's desires & attempt to make a deal with her?" Finkel believes Long should've made a deal with Guerrero & asked for MVP in return. "The air is stagnant now for MVP & in my opinion, all he needs is a fresh start to get back on track. It's amazing what a change of scenery can do for some1 & Teddy, MVP's that talented enough that he WOULD have made a difference in your brand; believe that playa!!!" Finkel also asks what happened to the "new talent initiative" on ECWWE. Finkel believes MVP could have fit into that category quiet well. Read the whole thing @ http://fans.wwe.com/howardfinkel/blog/2009/01/28/teddy_what_happened
- Dave Meltzer of the Observer's reporting that the WWE Canadian office will be shutting down, with the exception of sales. Situated in Toronto & headed by longtime WWE employee Carl DeMarco, the Canadian office's the longest 1 opened since the international expansion. DeMarco was later promoted to WWE President, Canada & Latin America, when WWE opened 5 other overseas offices. Canadian affairs will be kept running from the WWE headquarters & Carl's not expected to get cut from his position. A couple of weeks ago, WWE also closed down the Australia office in Sydney.
- Kane's replacing "Legend Killer" Randy Orton for today's autograph signing @ the Best Buy, located @ 2217 North Prospect Avenue, Champaign, Illinois. He'll be signing copies of Voices: WWE The Music, Volume 9 @ 4pm EST. Additionally, Ken Kennedy will be signing copies of Behind Enemy Lines: Columbia @ the Best Buy, located @ 825 Pilgram Way, Green Bay, Wisconsin tomorrow, also @ 4pm EST.
- TNA iMPACT isn't the only wrestling video game having sales difficulty, as sales for the SmackDown versus RAW 2009 are reportedly down as well. Sales were down 22% @ the end of the year, compared with the same time period for the 2008 version of the game. THQ was hoping to break even this year, but lackluster sales for the WWE game, as well as the SpongeBob SquarePants game (down 19% from last year) will make it difficult for the video game publisher. "The WWE decline's particularly concerning, since that franchise had been 1 of THQ's last bastions of strength," said Cowen & Company analyst Doug Creutz. The decline was said to be more alarming, since this year's game has considerably better critical reviews compared to last year.
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- Shimmer Wrestling has a FREE download available right now, which is roughly 17 minutes in length & is a perfect introduction to the kind of action that can be seen in SHIMMER Women Athletes! The download features 4 music videos (in succession) which have been produced by Nick Andrews, highlighting the female wrestlers that compete inside the SHIMMER ring. The women featured in the clips, which comprise this 17 minute FREE download, are: Alicia. . . Amazing Kong {TNA Knockout Awesome Kong}. . . "The Jezebel" Eden Black. . . "Girl Dynamite" Jennifer Blake. . . "The Croatian Panther" Wesna Busic. . . Cheerleader Melissa {Raisha Saeed in TNA}. . . Allison Danger. . . Danyah. . . Serena Deeb. . . Sara Del Rey. . . Lexie Fyfe. . . Daffney. . . Daizee Haze. . . Malia Hosaka. . . Jetta. . . Josie. . . Rebecca Knox. . . Lacey. . . Ashley Lane. . . Lorelei Lee. . . LuFisto. . . "The Latina Sensation" Mercedes Martinez. . . Nicole Matthews. . . MsChif. . . Nattie Neidhart {Natalya in WWE}. . . Nevaeh. . . Nikita {Katie Lea Burchill in WWE}. . . Amber O'Neal. . . Portia Perez. . . "Glamazon" Beth Phoenix {WWE RAW's Women's champion}. . . Portuguese Princess Ariel. . . Cat Power. . . Rain. . . Tiana Ringer. . . Cindy Rogers. . . Nikki Roxx {Roxxi Laveaux in TNA}. . . "Dark Angel" Sarah Stock. . . Shantelle Taylor {Taylor Wilde in TNA}. . . Shark Girl. . . Alexa Thatcher. . . Krissy Vaine! Visit the following link to download the SHIMMER Compilation video ~ http://www.sendspace.com/file/rtuftq The file's 131 MB in size, for optimum playback on your computer. Help spread the word about this FREE download to other wrestling fans, who may not be familiar with SHIMMER! Consider it done, ladies! Check out their official MySpace @ The new Official SHIMMER MySpace page's up ~ http://www.myspace.com/shimmerwomen
- It looks like a new authority figure will be introduced on TNA programming soon. Thursday night, TNA sent out a "breaking news" update to their mobile subscribers, teasing a reports http://www.prowrestling.NET In an interesting twist, this new investor's female. "Sources within TNA wouldn't reveal HER name," read the text. Could this be what they have in mind for Victoria?
- Nora Greenwald (aka former WWE Diva "Molly Holly") will be participating in a Polar Bear Plunge tomorrow, to help raise money for the Special Olympics of Minnesota. Greenwald will be jumping into the freezing waters of White Bear Lake, Minnesota @ noon, with others. SLAM! Wrestling has an article on Nora & her gracious endeavour, which you can check out @ http://slam.canoe.ca/Slam/Wrestling/2009/01/28/8170116.html
- Former WWE Diva Torrie Wilson posted a blog on her MySpace account yesterday, announcing the re-opening of her online clothing store. You can visit the store @ http://www.ShopJaded.com
- She's the undisputed Queen of Extreme. Now, as she embarks on the most extreme path any woman can take -- motherhood -- the lovely Francine has joined http://www.ClubWWI.com for an uncut 40-minute shoot that any fan of ECW can't miss. Read a synopsis @ vhttp://www.lordsofpain.net/news/589.html
- Lilian Garcia posted a blog answering select questions from fans on her MySpace account ~ http://www.myspace.com/liliangarcia ~ where she's asked to name her most memorable moment during her time in WWE, but she can't pick just 1.
- http://www.Hemeltoday.co.uk has a story on Terri Runnels helping a 28-year-old man from the UK, suffering with failing kidneys & in desperate need of a transplant. The former WWE Diva has promised to fly to the UK from Florida, to be by his side if a donor can be found. The fan started speaking to Terri last summer, after he began posting tributes on her on the internet. "When I was younger, I didn't like wrestling, but my friend was watching it & I saw her & thought, 'wow, she's gorgeous' & that's how it started," 28-year-old Martin Duggan said. "When we started talking, I told her my problems & knowing that I'm a big fan, she took an interest in me & it meant a lot." Terri explained what the fan means to her. "Martin's the sweetest teddy bear in the world to me. I have a plethora of fans across the world & he's a true die-hard fan. I've told him I'll do whatever I can to be with him when he has the operation. If I lived in the UK, in a heart beat I'd be tested to see if I'm a match for him. People only need 1 kidney, so if there was any1 out there who could help, it'd be amazing." Read all about it @ http://www.hemeltoday.co.uk/berkhamsted-news/Wrestling-stars-helps-man-battle.4848845.jp
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- On February 1st, Wrestlers Rescue will begin a campaign to raise approximately $20,000 US for their mutual friend, Steve Williams, who underwent throat cancer surgery in 2004 & was declared cancer-free in 2005. During the surgery to remove the cancer & to reconstruct his throat, the doctors inserted a unit called a Stoma. This unit requires him to place his thumb over the hole in the stoma when he wishes to communicate. As science has progressed, it now leaves Steve eligible to obtain a hands-free device. As you can only imagine, this would provide a more convenient & healthier way of life for him. What they're asking from you, the fans, is help with this campaign. They're asking for a donation of memorabilia to be auctioned off to raise the monies needed for this procedure. His insurance only covers the doctor visits prior to the surgery & only the actual surgery. It doesn't cover the mechanism or the after care. All monies raised will be sent directly from their foundation, to the doctor doing the procedure. They'd like to thank you in advance for your time & contributions. They're greatly appreciated. Your kindness will go a long way in helping Steve live a better quality of life. For more information, check out http://wrestlersrescue.org/
- Full Impact Prro Wrestling Presents: The 2nd Annual Eddie Graham Memorial Battle of the Belts, Sunday, February 8th @ the National Guard Armory, 16386 Springhill Drive, Brooksville, Florida 34604. Doors open @ 5:30pm & show starts @ 6pm. Tickets are $20 Ringside, $15 General Admission & Kids {13 & under} $10; Advance tickets - $12 General Admisison & Kids $8. To purchase advance tickets call (352) 422-4582 or visit http://www.FullImpactPro.comAlready Signed: FIP World Heavyweight champion Tyler Black versus Delirious (with Heartbreak Enterprises). . . Shimmer Women's champion MsChif versus Mercedes Martinez. . . 8-Man Battle of the Belts Tournament, Block A Quarterfinals {Davey Richards versus Chris Jones & Roderick Strong versus Necro Butcher}, Block B Quarterfinals {Erick Stevens versus El Generico & Austin Aries versus Nigel McGuiness}, with the Winners to meet in the Semifinals & Finals later on that evening!
- UFC Hall of Famer & former WWF Intercontinental champion Ken Shamrock will be the special guest on Ringside Live tonight @ 7PM EST. Shamrock will talk about his upcoming fights, his Lion's Den training facilities, UFC & his WWF days. As usual, Ian Hamilton & Adam Firestorm will be hosting & no calls will be accepted during the show. You can listen live @ http://www.theringsidelive.com
- Electronic Arts announced Tuesday, the live-action movie cast for Command & Conquer Red Alert 3: Uprising 16 time World Heavyweight champion & WWE Hall of Famer "Nature Boy" Ric Flair has made the list, playing the character Commander Hill, a commander players will have to take on in the new Commander's Challenge mode. "I had a great time on set & while I may have retired from the ring, I think my fans are going to love seeing the 'Nature Boy' style & profile his way to victory. I know my kids are going to have a great time trying to take it to me on the battlefield," Flair said. Other cast members hired include Malcolm McDowell from 'Heroes', Jodi Lyn O'Keefe from 'Prison Break' & Holly Valance from 'Neighbors'. The game will be available for download in March. You can see 2 promotional photos of Flair from the game @ http://www.wrestling-online.com/news/general/Flair_C_C_3.shtml
- Former TNA Superstar & X Division Champion, Johnny Devine, was the guest on Thursday's episode of talkIMPACTradio.com & you can read a synopsis @ http://www.lordsofpain.net/news/602.html
- THE FOLLOWING MESSAGE WAS POSTED IN A MYSPACE BULLETIN & BLOG DIRECTLY FROM THE OFFICES OF PRO WRESTLING NEXUS (PWN) AS OPF THURSDAY EVENING, JANUARY THE 28TH: "Ladies & gentlemen, we'd like to apologize, as we have had an incredible setback today, as the VFW (Veterans Of Foreign Wars) Hall that was housing the show's holding us up for an additional $400, in addition to the amount that we paid to secure the building. We spent the entire afternoon in Gulfport, Mississippi with the man that runs the building,'discussing' the matter. Legal action will be required to resolve this problem. We've made several attempts to find a new venue. However, there's nothing free for this weekend, as there are parades throughout the Mississippi Gulf Coast. We're in the process of securing another venue. Unfortunately, it won't be for this Saturday, January 31st. We apologize for any & all inconvenience this will cause & for how unprofessional this makes us look. When we do secure a new date & location, it'll be announced on here. Thank you for your understanding on this matter & we look forward to bringing the Gulf Coast the future of professional wrestling." The offices of PRO WRESTLING NEXUS (PWN) ~ http://www.myspace.com/prowrestlingnexus
- According to http://www.MMAJunkie.com former WWE wrestler Bobby Lashley has been forced to pull out of his 2nd MMA fight, after suffering an ankle ligament injury during a training session. No other information regarding his injury has been disclosed @ this time.
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- January 24th: "former" ECW Heavyweight champion & World Champinship Wrestler Mike Awesome. . . WWE Road Agent Gerald Brisco. . . former World Wrestling Federation & World champinship Wrestling writer, but current Total NonStop Action Wrestling Writer Vince Russo. . . Ring og Honor & Full Impact Pro Wrestlers the Briscoe Brothers. . .
- January 25th: former World Championship Wrestling Valet Gorgeous George. . . former WWF Intercontinental champion Honky Tonk Man. . . Texas Indepoendent Wrestler "Hardway" Rod Price. . . former Rin gof Honor wrestler BJ Whitmer. . .
- January 26th: World Championship Wrestling, Georgia Championship Wrestling, Championship Wrestling from Florida & Continental Championship Wrestling Commentator Gordon Solie. . . TNA Knockout Taylor Wilde. . . former World Championship Wrestler Maestro. . . Kentucky Wrestling Referee J-Mac. . . TNA U Western Kentucky Founder "Chris". . . Florida Wrestling Radio DJ Brian Fritz {Between the Ropes}. . . "former" WWF, WCW & NWA Tag Team co-champion Road Warrior Animal. . . CMLL & TNA Wrestler Volador Junior. . .
- January 28th: Pennsylvania Ladies Wrestler Annie Social. . . TNA Wrestler Shark Boy. . . former Newfoundland Championship Wrestler Executioner. . . former WWF Wrestler Jimmy Jack Funk. . .
- January 29th: New York Independent Wrestling Announcer RJ DeLuise. . . TNA U Huntsville, Alabama. . . former WWF Hardcore champion, Intercontinental champion & Tag Team co-champion Hardcore Bob. . . former Wild Samoan Samu. . . former Extreme Championship Wrestler Sabu. . .
- January 30th: former World Wrestling FEderation & World Championship "Wrestler" Giant Gonzales. . .
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THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY: auld school versus new!
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- January 24th:
{1950} Turn-of-The-Century Wrestler Bull Montana died. . .
{1963} Lou Thesz defeated Buddy Rogers for the NWA Heavyweight Wrestling title . . .
{1988} Jim Crockett Promotions' "Bunkhouse Stampede" @ the Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale, New York. . .
{1993} World Wrestling Federation's "Royal Rumble" @ the Arco Arena in Sacramento, California. . .
{1997} Doctor Jerry Graham died of a stroke @ age 58. . .
{1998} World Championship Wrestling's "Souled Out" @ the Hara Arena in Dayton, Ohio, where Chris Jericho defeated Rey Misterio Junior for the WCW Cruiserweight title. . .
{1999} World Wrestling Federation's "Royal Rumble" @ the Arrowhead Pond inAnaheim, California, where The Rock defeated Mankind for the WWF Heavyweight title. . .
{2000} Bobby Duncum Junior died of a drug overdose @ age 34. . .
- January 25th:
{1993} the Bruiser Brothers {Ron & Don Harris} defeated the Memphis Marauders {Jerry "the King" Lawler & Jeff Jarrett} in a tournament final for the USWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1997} World Champinship Wrestling's "nWo Souled Out" @ the 5 Seasons Center in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. . .
{1999} the Widowmakers {Owen Hart & Jeff Jarrett} defeated Hired Goons {the Bossman & Ken Shamrock} for the WWF Tag Team titles. . .
{2000} Sid Vicious defeated Kevin Nash for the vacant WCW Heavyweight title. . .
{2003} The Dirty Rotten Scoundrelz {EC Negro & KC Blade} defeated Mafia of Da Hit Squad for the Jersey All Pro Tag Team Titles in a 2-on-1 Handicap match. . .
- January 26th:
{1987} The Hart Foundation {Bret "Hitrman" Hart & Jim "the Anvil" Neidhart} defeated the British Bulldogs {Dynamite Kid & Davey Boy Smith} for the WWF Tag Team titles. . .
{1988} Mike Rotundo defeated Nikita Koloff for the NWA Television title. . .
{1995} World championship Wrestling's "Clash of the Champions 30". . .
{1999} Mankind defeated the Rock for the WWF Heavyweight title. . .
{2001} the Rising Sons {"Surfer" Cody Hawk & "Taxi Driver" Mad Anthony McMurphy} defeated The A Squad {Chet & Dean Jablonski} for the Heartland Wrestling Association Tag Team Titles, then Chad Collyer defeated Race Steele for the HWA Heavyweight Title. . .
{2002} Disturbing Behavior {Jeff Daniels & "New Age Assassin" Tim Renesto} defeated the New Heavenly Bodies {"Vivacious" Vito DeNucci & "Casanova" Chris Nelson} for the NWA Tag Team titles. . .
- January 27th:
{1904} Frank Gotch defeated Tom Jenkins for the American Heavyweight title. . .
{1981} "rowdy" Roddy Piper defeated "Nature Boy" Ric Flair for the NWA United States title. . .
{1987} the Midnight Rockers {Marty Jannetty & Shawn Michaels} defeated the Wrestle Rockers {"Playboy" Buddy Rose & "Pretty Boy" Doug Somers} for the AWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1993} WWF Hall of Famer Andre the Giant died of a heart attack @ age 46. . .
{1994} World Championship Wrestling's "Clash of the Champions 26". . .
{1995} the Southern Statesmen {Eddie Bruiser & "Redneck" Danny Christian} defeated Fall Branch {Beau James & The Hornet} for the SSW Tag Team titles. . .
{1996} Raven defeated the Sandman for the ECW Heavyweight title. . .
{1998} Tennessee Volunteers {Steven Dunn & Reno Riggins} defeated Deliverance {Thrillbilly & Shane Eden} for the Music City Southern Tag Team titles. . . The Japanese promotion, WAR, announced it was shutting down due to poor ticket sales. . .
{1999} Limited Edition {Nick Dinsmore & Rob Conway} defeated the Brain Damagers {The Damaja & David C} for the Ohio Valley Southern Heavyweight Tag Team Titles. . .
- January 28th:
{1995} Jerry Lawler defeated Tony Anthony for the Smokey Mountain Heavyweight title. . .
- January 29th:
{1929} early 20th Century Wrestler "The Terrible Turk" Hassen Nuhammed @ age 38 in a car accident. . .
{1996} Konnan defeated the 1 Man Gang for the WCW United States title. . .
{1998} Steve Corino defeated Joey Matthews for the SCW Light Heavyweight title. . .
{1999} Staged Retirement {Trent Acid & Billy Reil} defeated The Nation of Immigration {Homicide & Kane D} for the Jersey All Pro Tag Team Titles. . .
{2000} Jake Lawless defeated Mike Modest for the XPW Heavyweight title, but sold it to Damien Steele for cash. . .
- January 30th:
{1920} Joe Stecher defeated Earl Caddock for the World's Heavyweight Wrestling title. . .
{1965} Pretty Handsome {"Pretty Boy" Larry Hennig & "Handsome" Harley Race} defeated the killing Cousins {the Crusher & Dick the Bruiser} for the AWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1991} NWA World Championship Wrestling's "Clash of the Champions 14". . .
- TNA does have interest in bringing Victoria in. Of course, it remains to be seen if she's interested. TNA has been looking for somebosy who's a good worker, who they can push as a top babyface. Victoria's contract status remains unknown. If it was WWE's decision & they allowed her a sendoff, she could technically be available to come in 90 days or so. But if it was her decision & she just wanted to go home, they could keep her on ice until the end of her contract.
- Former WWE Women's champion Trish Stratus wrote a blog on her WWE Universe website, regarding Victoria's retirement, calling it the end of an era. "Her departure was the last of a group of women who collectively raised the bar in women's wrestling. A time when, of the core players that made up the women's roster, 9 of them were champions, 6 of them becoming champion for the 1st time, 2nd time, etc." When Victoria was introduced to the WWE audience, she was thrown into an angle with the Stratusfyer, with the storyline being that Trish betrayed her when they worked together as
fitness models. You can read all about it @ http://fans.wwe.com/trishstratus/blog/2009/01/19/the_end_of_an_era
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- WWE issued a press release yesterday announcing that the Royal Rumble has sold out. "Despite the recession, World Wrestling Entertainments demand remains high, as the Rumble @ Joe Louis Arena's virtually sold out," the press release read. WWE CEO Linda McMahon also took a shot @ the sports of boxing & mixed martial arts, saying that you're guaranteed 3 hours of electrifying action. "No quick knockouts or submissions," said McMahon, adding that WWE considers itself the best value in entertainment. The Royal Rumble will be held in Detroit, Michigan.
- ECWWE Superstars "World's Strongest Man" Mark Henry & Fit Finlay have been added to this Sunday's Royal Rumble match. It was also announced on RAW last week that new Intercontinental champion CM Punk would be taking part in the match. These men join Chris Jericho, Carlito Caribbean Cool, The Brian Kendrick, "R-Truth" Ron Killings, Kane, Mike "The Miz" Mizanin, John Morrison, Cody Rhodes, Ted DiBiase Junior, Santino Marella, Rey Mysterio Junior, the UnderTaker, Kofi Kingston, "Legend Killer" Randy Orton, Vladimir Kozlov, "Gold Standard" Shelton Benjamin, HHH & the Big Show. There are 9 spots left. Prior to her RAW Women's Championship title match with champion "Glamazon" Beth Phoenix, Melina Perez will be taking part on the Rumble Live Blog on the WWE Universe site. Melina will be taking questions from 7:30 to 8 pm EST. For more information, go to http://fans.wwe.com/universeliveblogs/blog/2009/01/13/royal_rumble_live_on_wwe_universe_
- The TNA website has a headline reading: "TNA To Hold A Pay-Per-View In England?" Another headline reads: "COVERAGE OF TNA'S ONGOING TOUR OF THE UK - DIXIE CARTER ANNOUNCES NEGOTIATIONS TO HOLD A LIVE PAY-PER-VIEW IN ENGLAND IN 2009!" No more details are offered. Check that out @ http://www.tnawrestling.com/content/view/1253/84/ Gabbo!!!
- The possible idea of having 2008 WWE Hall of Famer "Nature Boy" Ric Flair induct StoneCold Steve Austin into the HoF has sparked great interest in the wrestling community & the former 16-time World Heavyweight champion's ready to take on the task. In comments given to Mike Mooneyham of the Charleston Post Courier newspaper, the Nature Boy said "I heard that too & I didnt know if it was true or not. That would be cool as hell. I'd love to do it." Flair also said that he thought Austin's long-time friend & fellow Hall of Famer Jim Ross would be his presenter, however JR said he's fine if somebody else does the job. "I'd be up for it. If he wants some1 else to do, Im fine, Im his good pal."
- WWE's new '25th Anniversary of WrestleMania Calendar' includes a list of dates & locations for all of their 2009 PPV's. . .
Royal Rumble, January 25th @ the Joe Louis Arena in Detroit, Michigan. . . No Way Out, February 15th @ the Key Arena in Seattle, Washington. . . WrestleMania 25, April 5th @ the Reliant Stadium in Houston, Texas. . . Backlash, April 26th @ the Dunkin' Donuts Center in Providence, Rhode Island. . . Judgment Day, May 17th @ the Allstate Arena in Chicago, Illinois. . . 1 Night Stand, June 7th @ the New Orleans Arena in New Orleans, Louisiana. . . Night Of Champions, June 28th @ the ARCO Arena in Sacramento, California. . . Great American Bash, July 26th @ the Wachovia Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. . . Summerslam, August 23rd @ the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. . . Unforgiven, September 13th @ the Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec. . . No Mercy, October 4th @ the Mellon Arena in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. . . Cyber Sunday, October 25th @ the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, New Jersey. . . Survivor Series, November 22nd @ the Verizon Center in Washington, DC.
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WWE NEWS: Hardy give Bischoff some Mattitude, WWE hears Voices & we get 12 Pounds of Cena
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- WWE Hall-of-Famer Jim Ross updated his blog & you can read the latest posting @ http://www.jrsbarbq.com
- Nearly 2 weeks after Eric Bischoff wrote a blog calling Matt Hardy a "friggin' goof" & saying Hardy's attitude makes him sick, Matt's responded to Bischoff in his latest blog on his MySpace page. Although Hardy doesn't mention Easy E by name, he pulls no punches in addressing Eric's inflammatory comments head on. Read the whole blog @ http://blogs.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendID=152686889&blogID=465432081
- Columbia Records & WWE issued a press release Wednesday, regarding the new WWE album 'Voices: The Music Volume 9' which will be released this coming Tuesday. This album will feature previously-unreleased theme songs of Superstars such as Kane, The Great Khali, Vladimir Kozlov, Umaga & the popular new Randy Orton theme. Best Buy will have a limited edition 2nd disc, which will include themes of WWE Legends such as StoneCold Steve Austin, the Ultimate Warrior, Mister Perfect, Jake 'The Snake' Roberts, The Rock & others.
- IGN has the trailer for the 12 Rounds movie, featuring current RAW Heavyweight Champion John Cena. The movie, directed by Renny Harlin, features Cena's character, a New Orleans police officer playing a game of cat & mouse with the man who kidnapped his girlfriend. He has to successfully complete 12 challenges around New Orleans, in the time he's given, to secure his girlfriend's safe return. The movie features a lot of action & explosives, which's something you can expect, since it's created by a director & producers of several fast-moving action movies such as Speed & Die Hard 2. You can see the trailer @ http://www.wrestling-online.com/news/News_9/12_Rounds_trailer.shtml
- Smackdown wrestler Scotty Goldman was sent down to Florida Championship Wrestling, to work on his new character as a humorous backstage interviewer. It's being reported that he's the closest development talent to be called up to the main roster, but WWE officials feel he doesn't have the "TV star" look. Goldman has not appeared on WWE TV since September. Meanwhile, in his 2nd episode of "What's Crackin' with Scotty Goldman," the SmackDown Superstar talks about the wealth of multi-generational wrestlers in WWE & the importance of catchphrases. You can see his latest video @ http://www.wwe.com/content/media/video/vms/wwecomvideooriginals/2009/january15-21/9172780
- ECWWE Superstar Evan Bourne should be cleared to return to the ring in late February. He's still wearing a special boot & doing rehab, as the injury to his ankle ligaments was pretty severe.
- The UK's Sun has an interview with Montell Vontavius Porter Wednesday, which took place during his media blitz of the country last week. In the interview, MVP admits being overly confrontational backstage may have cost him his spot in WWE, but noted he's learned from his mistakes & will come back stronger. Read all about it @ http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/sport/wrestling/article2152202.ece
- Another longtime WWE employee, Hardcore Bob Holly, has been given the boot & released last Friday from his WWE contract. Holly's been employed since 1994, a total of 15 years, making him 1 of the longest WWE Superstars to stay with the company. Holly made his debut in January 1994, under the name Thurman "Sparky" Plugg & wrestled for RAW, Smackdown & even ECWWE. During his time in the WWE, Holly won the Tag Team titles 3 times - with 1-2-3 Kid, Crash Holly & Cody Rhodes - & won the Hardcore title 6 times.
- We've received the artwork for the upcoming Saturday Night's Main Event 3-disc DVD set, which will be released on February 10th. The cover features old photos of 2016 WWE Hall of Famer "HeartBreak Kid" Shawn Michaels & Hulk Hogan @ the top & John Cena, Junkyard Dog & surprise surprise, "Macho Man" Randy Savage, all in the bottom. Savage's sporting the old "Winged Eagle" WWF title in the photo, which's surprising, since WWE almost never put Savage on any of their merchandise anymore, due to a dispute between he & McMahon that's been going on for decades. You can see the cover @
http://www.wrestling-online.com/news/News_9/SNME_DVD_artwork.shtml
Posted on Jan 23, 2009, 12:31 PM from IP address 134.153.20.97
- Sting has been rehabbing his knees in between TV taping & Pay-Per-View events. He didn't report to TNA officials that he was injured until a few days before Genesis. With the short notice, officials had to change plans & created the Rhino injury storyline to shorten the match. Changes were also made for the TV tapings following the PPV, to limit his work output. The feeling backstage's that this injury could force Sting's retirement later this year.
- Kurt Angle was mad @ Giant Bernard (former WWE wrestler A-Train) for power bombing him too quickly, after the finish in their Tokyo Dome match a few weeks ago. The angle was shot for TV in Japan, but @ the same time, Bernard had to give enough time, because the match's airing as a TV main event for TNA's upcoming "Global iMPACT!" special in the United States. It's going to be hard for TNA to not air the power bomb with an abrupt jump cut. Additionally, TNA officials obviously have no interest in airing something putting Bernard over their top star.
- Former WWE Superstar Shannon Moore's looking to return to TNA, after meeting with various officials while in Charlotte, North Carolina for the Genesis pay-per-view, reports http://www.ProWrestling.NET Jeff Jarrett's looking to rehire Moore, but TNA president Dixie Carter still harbours bad feelings over his decision to leave the company for World Wrestling Entertainment in March of 2006. Moore was working without a contract & featured prominently on TV when WWE snatched him up. TNA even let Moore beat "Phenomenal" AJ Styles in a match.
- To read a blog about why Sheik Abdul Bashir doesn't think Anabolic Steroids & HGH are so bad, go to http://shawndaivari.com/blog.html
- TNA Superstars & crew are in the United Kingdom, as they start their biggest & most ambitious overseas tour to date. The company's running shows @ venues that usually WWE goes to, breaking away from the small arenas they hired the 1st time they went to the UK. The tour started last Friday with a show in Dublin & another 1 in the same place the next night, after the initial show sold out. Then it was off to Manchester @ the MEN Arena for a show on Tuesday, Birmingham @ the NIA on Wednesday, the Braehead Arena in Glasgow on Thursday & finally at the Wembley Arena tomorrow, which will wrap up the tour. All the top TNA stars are on the tour.
- Newfoundland TNA fans!! Tired of not being able to see pay-per-views @ a local establishment? Same here! So that's why I've set up a MySpace page to help get our message across! As per instructions on http://www.tnawrestling.com, if fans want to promote TNA in their local area, they can set up a "TNA U" page on MySpace & get other fans from their area to pitch in to help get the word out locally about the great wrestling action of Total NonStop Action! So if you wanna get TNA Wrestling pay-per-views into local bars around St. John's, or even have a dream of even the slimmest chance @ getting a house show here in the unforeseeable future, then add http://www.myspace.com/tnanewf as a friend & pledge your support!
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- Shimmer Wrestling has a FREE download available right now, which is roughly 17 minutes in length & is a perfect introduction to the kind of action that can be seen in SHIMMER Women Athletes! The download features 4 music videos (in succession) which have been produced by Nick Andrews, highlighting the female wrestlers that compete inside the SHIMMER ring. The women featured in the clips, which comprise this 17 minute FREE download, are: Alicia. . . Amazing Kong {TNA Knockout Awesome Kong}. . . "The Jezebel" Eden Black. . . "Girl Dynamite" Jennifer Blake. . . "The Croatian Panther" Wesna Busic. . . Cheerleader Melissa {Raisha Saeed in TNA}. . . Allison Danger. . . Danyah. . . Serena Deeb. . . Sara Del Rey. . . Lexie Fyfe. . . Daffney. . . Daizee Haze. . . Malia Hosaka. . . Jetta. . . Josie. . . Rebecca Knox. . . Lacey. . . Ashley Lane. . . Lorelei Lee. . . LuFisto. . . "The Latina Sensation" Mercedes Martinez. . . Nicole Matthews. . . MsChif. . . Nattie Neidhart {Natalya in WWE}. . . Nevaeh. . . Nikita {Katie Lea Burchill in WWE}. . . Amber O'Neal. . . Portia Perez. . . "Glamazon" Beth Phoenix {WWE RAW's Women's champion}. . . Portuguese Princess Ariel. . . Cat Power. . . Rain. . . Tiana Ringer. . . Cindy Rogers. . . Nikki Roxx {Roxxi Laveaux in TNA}. . . "Dark Angel" Sarah Stock. . . Shantelle Taylor {Taylor Wilde in TNA}. . . Shark Girl. . . Alexa Thatcher. . . Krissy Vaine! Visit the following link to download the SHIMMER Compilation video ~ http://www.sendspace.com/file/rtuftq The file's 131 MB in size, for optimum playback on your computer. Help spread the word about this FREE download to other wrestling fans, who may not be familiar with SHIMMER! Consider it done, ladies! Check out their official MySpace @ The new Official SHIMMER MySpace page's up ~ http://www.myspace.com/shimmerwomen
- Former WWE Diva Torrie Wilson's mens & womens clothing boutique @ "Market Street" in The Woodlands, Texas, "Officially Jaded," is no longer in its original location. "I just heard a rumour that my store has closed down & this is SO NOT TRUE! I moved to a much larger location within the same shopping centre, because we've grown so much in the past year, thanks to all of you for supporting me! I'm working on a 2nd location in Houston, as well, so if you're in the Houston area, come get Jaded!" You can read her blog in its entirety @ http://blogs.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendID=112948121&blogID=465475894
- Read an interview with TNA Knockout Taylor Wilde, where she discusses getting into wrestling, honouring the memory of women wrestlers who've come before her & her obsession with the UberStar of Jerichlean Proportions @ http://ugo.com/sports/taylor-wilde/?cur=taylor-wilde-1
Posted on Jan 23, 2009, 12:34 PM from IP address 134.153.20.97
- Darren Aronofsky's 'The Wrestler' received 2 Oscar nominations yesterday. Mickey Rourke, who played Randy 'The Ram' Robinson in the movie, got the nod in the Best Actor category. He'll be facing off against Richard Jenkins, Frank Langella, Brad Pitt & Sean Penn. The other nomination went to Marisa Tomei in the Best Supporting Actress category. She played the stripper Cassidy in the movie & is up against Penelope Cruz, Viola Davis, Amy Adams & Taraji P Henson. Bruce Springsteen was also rumoured to get a nomination for the song he wrote for the movie, but he didn't get it. He won a Golden Globe earlier this month for best song. The Oscars will be presented February 22nd from Hollywood's Kodak Theatre & will be hosted by Hugh Jackman. Meanwhile, the movie opens today in 50 more cities around the United States, giving it the widest release to date. So far the movie grossed $5,638,945 US in 144 theatres & that number's expected to shoot up after this weekend. The cities where the film will open are Anchorage, Asheville, Baton Rouge, Birmingham, Champaign, Decatur, Springfield, Charlotte, Charlottesville, Cleveland, Colorado Springs, Corpus Christi, Des Moines, Fort Myers, Gainesville, Grand Rapids, Harrisburg, Ithaca, Jacksonville, Knoxville, Lansing, Lexington, Louisville, Memphis, Nashville, New Orleans, Norfolk, Newport News, Northampton, Springfield, Oklahoma City, Omaha, Pittsburgh, Portland, Providence, Raleigh, Durham, Reno, Richmond, San Antonio, Santa Fe, Sarasota, Spokane, Syracuse, Tallahassee, Tampa, St. Petersburg, Tucson & Tulsa. No Canadian cities have yet been announced.
- Jake "the Snake" Roberts has launched an entire new website to keep up with what he's doing @ http://www.jakebytesback.com Roberts has also just released his most controversial & honest DVD titled Jake Bytes Back! for a casual, fireside shoot. This unique interview, produced by the Snake himself, is ready to ship & discusses topics including Mick Foley, Andre The Giant, the Ultimate Warrior, Alice Cooper & many others.
- Be a part of history, as the NWA returns to Charlotte, North Carolina, tomorrow! Ticket sales begin @ 6:30pm, doors open @ 7, pre-show begins @ 7:30 & bell time's @ 8pm! See 8 big matches, including NWA Superstars Adam Pearce & Brent Albright, as they battle to be the #1 contender for the NWA World Heavyweight Championship! Also, see NWA National Champion Phil Shatter defend his title against Mikael Judas & the 1st ever, history-making Legends Championship match with Ivan Koloff & The Barbarian! Ticket prices are $5 for general admission, $15 ringside, $25 VIP rock star seating & children 10 & under are admitted free! Mixed into the excitement of the inaugural show, will be the debut of the NWA Coliseum, the single largest venue dedicated to professional wrestling on the East Coast! With state-of-the-art lighting, audio & video on the 12' NWAvision screen, every seat in the Coliseum's a great seat! They'll also be taping the show to produce a special DVD, as well as launching their 1st television show, "NWA Live!", to be airing on Time Warner Cable weekly, beginning in February. It's a HUGE, history-making event in Charlotte, as the NWA returns home for good & you're invited to be a part of history tomorrow! For more information on NWA Charlotte & to watch their television commercial, head over to http://www.NWACharlotte.com
- The New Alhambra issued the following statement Wednesday evening: Clients & Patrons of the New Alhambra Sports & Entertainment Centre: Today, a story began circulating that there would no longer be professional boxing, wrestling, or other events @ the New Alhambra Arena (former ECW Arena). There's NO truth whatsoever to this story. A new boxing promotion's working @ the building & had a successful debut show this past Friday night. Professional wrestling & other events (martial arts, concerts, private parties, etc.) WILL CONTINUE to be held in the building. The only thing that will probably be changing @ some point is the name of the Arena & the fact that the facility will be going back more to its wrestling roots. There are events listed on the calendar of the Arena's website up through July of this year, with more to be added. Thank you for your time & your patronage. We hope you can help us make 2009 one of the best years in the building yet. Alhambra Arena Management
WRESTLER BIRTHDAYS: some busy beavers celebrating this week!
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- January 17th: former World Wrestling Entertainment wrestler Kevin Thorn / Mordecai. . . former Total NonStop Action Wrestler Chase Stevens. . . Ontario Independent Wrestler Brett Scholl. . .
- January 18th: former AAA & National Wrestling Alliance luchador Perro Aguayo Senior. . . former World Wrestling Federation Tag Team co-champion & 1988 King of The Ring "$1,000,000 Man" Ted DiBiase. . . former WWE RAW & Smackdown Heavyweight champion Dave "The Animal" Batista. . .
- January 19th: former World Championship Wrestler Al Green. . .
- January 20th: UK Independent Wrestler Dick Gostage. . .
- January 21st: current AAA, former CMLL & Total NonStop Action Wrestler Alex Koslov. . . 1996 World Wrestling Federation Hall of Famer Pat Patterson. . . former World Wide Wrestling Federation Wrestler "Polish Power" Ivan Putski. . . Pro Wrestling NOAH, Ring of Honor & Full Impact Pro Wrestler Go Shiozaki. . . 1994 World Wrestling Federation Hall of Fame Inductee "Golden Boy" Arnold Skaaland. . . former World Championship Wrestling Monday Nitro Girl "Tygress" Vanessa Sanchez. . . WWE Smackdown Divas champion Maryse Ouelette. . .
- January 22nd: New Japan Pro Wrestler Manabu Nakanishi. . . former National Wrestling Alliance, World Wrestling Federation & World Champinship Wrestler, as well as an original member of the 4 Horsemen, Tully Blanchard. . . Facebook Wrestler Dick Trickle (623 - 598). . . Facebook Wrestler The Bobsleigh (0 - 56). . .
- January 23rd: "former" all Japana Pro Wrestling Founder Giant Baba. . . former World Wrestling Federation & World Championship Wrestler Leilani Kai. . . world-famous trainer of "Franchise" Shane Douglas & Mick Foley, Dominic DeNucci. . . Quebec Independent Wrestler Alex Silva. . . Ontario Independent Wrestler Danny Linkin. . .
Posted on Jan 23, 2009, 12:39 PM from IP address 134.153.20.97
THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY: great historical Tag Team action
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- January 17th:
{1991} Big Van Vader defeated Tatsumi Fujinami for the IWGP Heavyweight title. . .
{1992} The Mountie defeated Bret "HitMan" Hart for the WWF Intercontinental title. . .
{1994} The Quebecers (Jacques Rougeau & Pierre Ouelette) defeated Born to Runner-Up (Marty Jannetty & the 1-2-3 Kid) for the WWF Tag Team titles. . .
{1997} Beau James was awarded the SSW Appalachian title, when champion War Machine failed to appear. . .
{1998} Pretenders to The Anderson Throne (Pat & CW Anderson) defeated Teacher & Student (Cueball Carmichael & Christian York) for the SCW Tag Team titles, then Jimmy Cicero defeated Chris Stephenson for the SCW Heavweight title. . .
{1999} World Champinship Wrestling's "Souled Out" @ the Civic Canter in Charleston, West Virginia. . .
{2000} Test defeated the Big Bossman for the WWF Hardcore title. . . Jeff Jarrett's awarded the WCW United States title by Commissioner Kevin Nash. . .
{2003} The Spanish Announce Team (Jose & Joel Maximo) defeated The Dirty Rotten Scoundrelz (EC Negro & KC Blade) for the vacant USA Pro-Wrestling Tag Team Titles, then Balls Mahoney defeated Sabu for the USA Pro-Wrestling Heavyweight Title. . .
- January 18th:
{1971} Ivan Koloff defeated Bruno Sammartino for the WWWF Heavyweight title. . .
{1982} Mister Wrestling II defeated the Spoiler for the Florida State Heavyweight title. . .
{1985} the Perfect Combination (Scott Hall & Curt Hennig) defeated Beauty & Power ("Gorgeous" Jimmy Garvin & "Mister Electricity" Steve Regal) for the AWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1993} The Heavenly Bodies ("Sweet" Stan Lane & "Doctor of Desire" Tom Prichard) defeated the Rock & Roll Express (ricky Morton & Robert Gibson) for the Smokey Mountain Tag Team titles. . .
{1997} PG-13 (JC Ice & Wolfie D) defeated (Steven Dunn & Flash Flanagan) for the USWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1998} World Wrestling Federation's "Royal Rumble" @ the San Jose Arena in San Jose, California. . .
{2000} the Mamalukes (Big Vito & Johnny "the Bull" Stamboli) defeated the New Hardcore Revolution (David Flair & Crowbar) for the WCW Tag Team titles. . .
{2003} Rain defeated Dixie for the Jersey All Pro Light-Heavyweight Title, then Mafia of The Hit Squad defeated The Dirty Rotten Scoundrelz (EC Negro & KC Blade) and The Solution (Papadon & Havok) for the Jersey All Pro Tag Team Titles. . .
- January 19th:
{1973} Johnny Valentine defeated Harley Race for the Missouri State Heavyweight title. . .
{1991} World Wrestling Federation's "Royal Rumble" @ the Miami Arena in Miami, Florida, where Sergeant Slaughter defeated the Ultimate Warrior for the Heavyweight title. . .
{1992} World Wrestling Federation's "Royal Rumble" @ the Knickerbocker Arena in Albany, New York, where "Rowdy" Roddy Piper defeated the Mountie for the Intercontinental title & "Nature Boy" Ric Flair wins the 30-man Royal Rumble match & the vacated Heavyweight title. . .
{1996} Eddie Bruiser defeated Iron Man for the SSW Heavyweight title. . .
{1997} World Wrestling Federaiton's "Royal Rumble" @ the Alamo Dome in San Antonio, Texas, where 2016 WWE Hall of Famer "HeartBreak Kid" Shawn Michaels defeated Psycho Sid for the Heavyweight title. . . Big Slam won a Battle Royal for the IPWA Heavyweight title. . .
{1999} former Jim Crocket Promotions & Mid-South Wrestler "Great Kabuki" Yoshino Sato died of heart failure @ age 70. . .
{2000} WWF New York Restaurant opened in Times Square in New York City, New York. . .
{2003} The Dudley Boyz (BuhBuh Ray & D-Von Dudley) defeated the Un-Americans (Lance Storm & William Regal) for the WWE RAW Tag Team titles. . . Ruckus defeated Trent Acid for the Combat Zone World Light-Heavyweight Title. . .
- January 20th:
{1972} AWA's Finest (Nick Bockwinkel & "Crippler" Ray Stevens) defeated Let's Win It For Hercules Cortez (Red Bastien & Crusher Lisowski) for the AWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1987} Bad News Allan defeated Ron Simmons for the Florida State Heavyweight title. . .
{1995} Steve Flynn defeated Chic White for the SSW Heavyweight title. . .
{1998} "The Jackie Robinson of Professional Wrestling" Bobo Brazil died from a stroke @ age 74. . . Owen Hart defeated Goldust for the WWF European title. . .
{2000} Chris Michaels defeated Sean Casey for the Ohio Valley Light Heavyweight title. . .
{2002} World Wrestling Federation's "Royal Rumble" @ the Phillips Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. . .
{2003} the Un-Americans (Lance Storm & William Regal) defeated The Dudley Boyz (BuhBuh Ray & D-Von Dudley) for the WWE RAW Tag Team titles. . .
- January 21st:
{1983} Kerry Von Erich defeated Harley Race for the Missouri State Heavyweight title . . .
{1985} 1970s NW APresident Eddie Graham died of a suicide shooting @ age 55 . . . the U.S. Express (Mike Rotundo & Barry Windham) defeated North-South Connection (Adrian Adonis & Dick Murdoch) for the WWWF Tag Team titles. . .
{1990} World Wrestling Federation's " Royal Rumble" @ the Orlando Arena in Orlando, Florida. . .
{1992} NWA World Championship Wrestling's "Clash of the Champions 18". . .
{1996} World Wrestling Federqation's "Royal Rumble" @ the New Orleans Arena in New Orleans, Louisiana, where Goldust defeated Razor Ramon for the Intercontinental title. . .
{2001} World Wrestling Federation's "Royal Rumble" @ the Pacific Sports Center in Vallejo, California, where The Dudley Boyz (BuhBuh Ray & D-Von Dudley) defeated Reeking of Awesomeness (Edge & Christian) for the Tag Team titles, then Chris Jericho defeated Chris Benoit for the Intercontinental title. . . Meng jumped to the WWF & became the last holder of the WCW Hardcore title. . .
- January 22nd:
{1983} "Magnificent" Don Muraco defeated Pedro Morales for the WWWF Intercontinental title. . .
{1994} World Wrestling Federation's "Royal Rumble" @ the Civic Center in Providence, Rhode Island. . .
{1995} 1970s AWA Wrestler "Crusher" Jerry Blackwell died of pneumonia @ age 45 . . . World Wrestling Federation's "Royal Rumble" @ the Sun Dome in Tampa, Florida, where the Superstars (Bob Holly & 1-2-3 Kid) defeated the $1,000,000 Corporation (Bam Bam Bigelow & Tatanka) in a tournament final for the Tag Team titles, then Jeff Jarrett defeated Razor Ramon for the Intercontinental title . . .
{1996} Vader attacked WWF President Gorilla Monsoon. . . Dudes With Attitudes (Lex Luger & Sting) defeated Harlem Heat (Booker T & Stevie Ray) for the WCW Tag Team titles. . .
{1997} World Championship Wrestling's "Clash of the Champions 34", where Dean Melanko defeated Ultimo Dragon for the WCW Cruiserweight title. . .
{2000} Australian Wrestler "Kangaroo" Al Costello died of pneumonia @ age 80. . .
{2001} Test defeated William Regal for the WWF European title, then Raven & Al Snow traded the Hardcore title. . .
- January 23rd:
{1984} Hulk Hogan defeated the Iron Sheik for the WWF Heavyweight title. . . Kendo Nagasaki defeated Mike Rotondo for the Florida State Heavyweight title. . .
{1994} Rock & Roll Express (Robert Gibson & Ricky Morton) defeated the Bruise Brothers (Ron & Don Harris) for the USWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1995} The Smokin' Guns (Bart & Billy Gunn) defeated the Superstars (Bob Holly & 1-2-3 Kid) for the WWF Tag Team titles. . .
{1996} World champinship Wrestling's "Clash of the Champions 32", where The Road Warriors (Hawk & Animal) reunited. . .
{1998} Eric Bischoff was promoted to President of WCW. . .
{1999} the Electricians ("The Expert" Brian Taylor & "Live Wire" Sean Casey) defeated the Shark Boy Fan Club (Chip Fairway & "Surfer" Cody Hawk) for the HWA Tag Team Titles. . .
{2000} World Wrestling Federation's "Royal Rumble" @ Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York, where Chris Jericho defeated Chyna & Hardcore Holly for the Intercontinental title. . .
ARTIST "SONG" {ALBUM}
WEIRD AL YANKOVIC "ALL ABOUT The PENTIUMS" {RUNNING WITH SCISSORS}
VICTORIA 7th "DON'T MESS WITH (REMIX)" {ANTHOLOGY - WWE}
t.A.T.u "ALL The THINGS SHE SAID (WWE EDIT)" {ANTHOLOGY - WWE}
JIM JOHNSTON "RIC FLAIR 2006" {ANTHOLOGY - WWE}
STONECOLD STEVE AUSTIN & JIM JOHNSTON "DID YOU FEEL IT?" {WWE ORIGINALS}
JIM JOHNSTON "STONECOLD 2nd" {ANTHOLOGY - WWF ATTITUDE}
MONSTER MAGNET "LIVE FOR The MOMENT" {WWF FORCABLE ENTRY}
P.O.D "SET IT OFF (TWEAKER REMIX)" {The SCORPION KING ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK}
BLONDIE "NO EXIT" {NO EXIT}
MC 'MACHO MAN' RANDY SAVAGE "WHAT's IT ALL ABOUT?" {BE a MAN}
Los CHICOS de BARRIO "MUCHA LUCHA" {ANTHOLOGY - 709 WRESTLING}
GEORGE S. CLINTON "STING's THEME" {READY TO RUMBLE ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK}
SUPER MARK "MAN CALLED STING (ARENA VERSION)" {ANTHOLOGY - WCW}
11th HOUR "GIRL LIKE THAT" {WWE WRECKLESS INTENT}
TRADEMARC & JOHN CENA "The TIME's NOW" {YOU CAN'T SEE ME}
HARRY SLASH & The SLASHTONES "THIS is EXTREME!" {ECW EXTREME MUSIC}
30 SECONDS to MARS "CAPRICORN (PWA TRAVIS MIX)" {ANTHOLOGY - 709 WRESTLING}
LENNY KRAVITZ "ARE YOU GONNA GO MY WAY?" {ARE YOU GONNA GO MY WAY?}
The MAGNIFICENT TRACERS "COWBOYS FROM HELL" {WORLD of WRESTLING ROCKS}
HOUSE of PAIN "JUMP AROUND" {READY TO RUMBLE ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK}
Posted on Jan 23, 2009, 5:55 PM from IP address 134.153.20.97
The mass layoffs moved from WWE offices to WWE locker room, as the company started cleaning house. D'Lo Brown {hired in
the middle of last year} was the 1st given the boot, followed by Bam Neely, who dropped off the Smackdown picture a while ago. Long time employee Val Venis was also cut, surviving a total of 11 years with the company. Kevin Thorn, who wrestled for ECWWE, was given his marching orders & is already accepting bookings ~ seventhorn@comcast.net 2 developmental wrestlers, Shawn Spears & Mike Kruel, have similarly been let go. Superstars & office workers aren't the only employees being let go, as 3 referees ~ Mike Posey, Kevin Keenan & Jimmy Korderas ~ were told that their services weren't needed anymore as well. Korderas has worked for WWE for 22 years & his departure was a surprise to many, since he's 1 of the most experienced referees. 2 limousine drivers who worked for Vince McMahon were fired as well. Former WWE referee Tim White was also 1 of the casualties of the layoffs, after being employed by the company for well over 20 years. White served as a referee till 2002, when a Hell In A Cell match bump practically ended his career. After his work as a referee, White moved to the Smackdown brand, where he served as a producer/agent. Tim's probably remembered the most for having several attempts to kill himself on http://www.WWE.COM with Josh Matthews following a stunt that was played out @ the Armageddon 2005 Pay-Per-View, where he took a shotgun from his bar 'The Friendly Tap' & attempted suicide. Rhode Island police received over 1,000 calls that night from people who didn't realize it was all an angle. White was a big friend of Andre The Giant, as he's featured a lot in the just-released Andre biography.
WWE has released British developmental wrestler Hade Vansen. WWE ran a bizarre vignette on his planned character on SmackDown a few weeks ago. WWE had plans for his dark character with cult-esque overtones to engage in a feud with the Undertaker, but Vince McMahon halted the direction following the initial vignette. McMahon didn't want new talent from developmental to be put in such a major angle before being tested & then trusted enough to carry the ball. SmackDown creative team writer Michael "Purely Sexy" Hayes came up with the idea for the storyline. He had plans for Kevin Fertig (aka Kevin Thorn) & the large masked developmental wrestler Black Pain to be associated with Hade in some form, before the character & direction were dropped. WWE released Fertig last week as well, so only Black Pain remains. Vansen was signed to a developmental contract in May 2007, following a successful tryout during WWE's European tour. Hade missed most of 2008 due to injury, before returning in December.
Matt Cappotelli has also been released from his WWE contract. Cappotelli was the co-winner of Tough Enough III, alongside John Hennigan (aka current WWE Superstar "John Morrison") Matt was developing his talent further in the WWE development territory Ohio Valley Wrestling, but was diagnosed with a brain tumour in December 2005, forcing him to step away from wrestling & relinquish his OVW Championship. The tumour was removed in May 2007 & he had hoped to return to the ring @ some point. Of the 7 winners in the history of Tough Enough, only Hennigan remains under contract to WWE. Cappotelli's departure from WWE follows Maven Huffman, Nidia Guenard, Linda "Shaniqua" Miles, Jackie Gayda & Daniel Puder, as all of them have since been released from the company.
In a separate note, http://www.PWInsider.com has also confirmed the release of referee Mickie Henson.
Gadzooks, man! They've even fired WWE Hall of Famer Sergeant slaughter & former WCW Heavyweight champion Ron Simmons!!
Posted on Jan 16, 2009, 1:22 PM from IP address 134.153.20.97
- During Sunday night's TNA Genesis Pay-Per-View, it was announced that Main Event Mafia star Kevin Nash would be unable to compete in his scheduled match, because he was hospitalized earlier that day. For those wondering whether Nash's absense was part of a storyline, or a legitimate injury, it's for real. Kevin was hospitalized Sunday in Charlotte, North Carolina with a severe staph infection in his elbow. There was a lot of concern backstage @ Genesis regarding Nash's condition & there was fear he may have blood poisoning. Late last week, TNA briefly offered free tickets for the pay-per-view on http://www.Ticketmaster.com but pulled the offer within a day or so. All you had to do was enter the password "Sting" on the Ticketmaster website to receive free tickets. 1 fan actually managed to snag 2 front row camera-side seats dead in the center, which run for $150 apiece. Read the results of Genesis @ http://www.lordsofpain.net/reports/tna/ppv/253.html
- Christy Hemme posted a blog on her MySpace account ~ http://www.myspace.com/hemmepowered ~ saying her neck injury's indeed true & not a work. She has 2 herniated disks in her neck, which will require surgery, but she's looking into an alternative solution that could get her in the ring a lot sooner. While training hard in the ring 1 day, "Phenomenal" AJ Styles saw Christy in a lot of pain & told her they wouldn't continue training until she got checked out by a doctor. She got an MRI, which revealed her neck problems. The former Playboy Playmate's neck injury actually occurred before the December 15th iMPACT! taping in Orlando. They got word in the days before Genesis that she wasn't going to be able to wrestle. Hemme's neck injury also explains why she didn't appear on last week's show (taped on December 16th) to push her title match with Knockouts champion Awesome Kong, who herself was scheduled to appear @ Saturday's Women Superstars Uncensored double-DVD taping in Boonton, New Jersey, but was unable to make the event due to her own injuries.
- Speaking of TNA boo-boos, Robert Roode suffered an ankle injury during the 3-way tag title match @ Sunday night's pay-per-view. No word yet on how long he'll be out of action. Roode & partner "Cowboy" James Storm regained the Tag Team Championships from Consequences Creed & "Black Machismo" Jay Lethal.
- RAW Tag Team co-champion, ECWWE's Mike "The Miz" Mizanin, Cody Rhodes, Ted DiBiase Junior & Santino Marella were announced as participants of the Royal Rumble during this week's RAW. 13 participants have been announced so far & you can see the complete list @ http://www.wwe.com/shows/royalrumble/participants09/
- WWE planned for WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross to induct StoneCold Steve Austin in this year's Hall of Fame, but he requested fellow HoF member "Nature Boy" Ric Flair instead. Officials aren't happy with his request, since Flair's viewed as an "outsider" & WWE wouldn't like to give him press. Hall of Famer Jerry "The King" Lawler was in a similar situation 2 years ago, when he requested Memphis announcer Lance Russell & instead officials wanted William Shatner to induct him. Austin's announcement as the 1st & headliner for the 2009 Hall of Fame has been removed from http://www.WWE.COM & replaced with a photo of "Nature boy" Ric Flair from last year's ceremony. Hall of Fame inductees are usually announced during RAW & Smackdown, however 2 days ago http://www.WWE.COM put up a graphic of the Rattlesnake, with the headline, "HALL YEAH, HE'S IN. StoneCold Steve Austin leads the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2009." Pre-sale tickets for the Hall of Fame moved very slowly & a lot of tickets remain unsold. While tickets for the general public go on sale on January 17th, those wishing to get their ticket now can use the code LEGEND @ http://www.Toyotacentertix.com Austin's announcement, probably to be made this coming week on TV, will be good to push some ticket sales.
- In other Hall of Fame news, former wrestler, Mid-South Wrestling & UWF promoter & WCW Executive Vice President "Cowboy" Bill Watts posted a message on his website on January 12th, revealing himself to be part of WWE's 2009 Hall of Fame class. Read the whole message @ http://www.CowboyBillWatts.com
- TNA Lockdown in March will take place from the Liacouras Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
- February's TNA Against All Odds pay-per-view's set to take place in Orlando, Florida.
- WWE's new '25th Anniversary of WrestleMania Calendar' includes a list of dates & locations for all of their 2009 PPV's. . .
Royal Rumble, January 25th @ the Joe Louis Arena in Detroit, Michigan. . . No Way Out, February 15th @ the Key Arena in Seattle, Washington. . . WrestleMania 25, April 5th @ the Reliant Stadium in Houston, Texas. . . Backlash, April 26th @ the Dunkin' Donuts Center in Providence, Rhode Island. . . Judgment Day, May 17th @ the Allstate Arena in Chicago, Illinois. . . 1 Night Stand, June 7th @ the New Orleans Arena in New Orleans, Louisiana. . . Night Of Champions, June 28th @ the ARCO Arena in Sacramento, California. . . Great American Bash, July 26th @ the Wachovia Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. . . Summerslam, August 23rd @ the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. . . Unforgiven, September 13th @ the Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec. . . No Mercy, October 4th @ the Mellon Arena in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. . . Cyber Sunday, October 25th @ the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, New Jersey. . . Survivor Series, November 22nd @ the Verizon Center in Washington, DC.
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WWE NEWS: Rey-Rey renews, Dreamer's done & Batista the Thespian
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- WWE Hall-of-Famer Jim Ross updated his blog & you can read the latest posting @ http://www.jrsbarbq.com
- Rey Mysterio Junior, 34, has agreed to all terms on a new contract, but it has yet to be confirmed if he's officially signed the deal. Mysterio's agreed to terms for a 3-year deal, with a 2-year option. His current contract with WWE was set to expire soon. It actually would have expired already, but the company extended it due to all the time he missed as a result of his various injuries. The standard WWE contract allows the company to extend it in the event of a long hiatus.
- Tommy Dreamer's speech on ECWWE Tuesday night, saying he'll leave WWE if he doesn't win their Heavyweight Championship by the time his contract expires on June 6th, is a shoot being turned into a storyline. Sources say Dreamer could really be leaving in June when his deal expires & this could be the beginning of his storyline exit from the company. While Dreamer said June 6th, the 1 Night Stand pay-per-view takes place the day after, so it would appear that he was mistaken. In a bit of trivia, should Dreamer end up leaving, he'd be the last "ECW Original" to depart from the brand. He's also the last talent remaining from the brand's June 2006 relaunch.
- Dave "The Animal" Batista & Rob Van Dam are co-starring in a movie called "The Wrong Side of the Tracks Part I." It's scheduled to be shot from February 3rd-24th in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Batista had been looking to get some time off since Wrestlemania, because he wanted to try his hand @ acting, but due to other injuries in the company, it kept getting moved back.
- To sell the storyline from RAW that ECW "Owner" Stephanie McMahon fired Chris Jericho, his http://www.WWE.com profile has been taken down. NNNNNNNOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!
- WWE has 2 new DVD projects in the works. WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross noted in a recent blog on his official website that he was consulted over a planned "Greatest Tag Teams" DVD project, scheduled for release later this year. Regarding the other DVD, WWE has plans similar to the 2005 release, "Greatest Stars of the 1980s." Only this 1 will devoted to the greatest wrestling stars of the 1990s. It'll be interesting to see who gets profiled, as it'll chronicle stars from the Monday Night Wars, the Attitude era & the rise of the original ECW. The DVD's scheduled to be released this April.
- THQ Incorporated & JAKKS Pacific, Incorporated yesterday announced the availability of a Create-a-Superstar patch for Smackdown! versus RAW 2009 for Playstation 3. It's available for download on the Playstation Network & it'll let players give their created Superstars increased attributes, following a 1-time completion of the games Career Mode, as well as allow players to accept or decline Superstar abilities once they're unlocked. In addition, players may enter the code "MAXCAS" to provide created Superstars with increased attributes, in lieu of repeating Career Mode play. The same update's expected to be released for Xbox 360 early this year. Say, that sounds a lot like how WWF Attitude went. . .
- http://www.WWE.com has posted their list of the Top 25 Managers of all time, with the top spot going to the 1 & only Bobby "The Brain" Heenan. It's interesting to note that influential managers Jim Cornette & Paul Heyman {both former WWE employees, either working for their competition or openly haraguing their product} weren't included, while guys like Frenchie Martin & Harvey Whippleman made the cut. It's also interesting to note that "Mouth of the South" Jimmy Hart, who was inolved with Hulk Hogan's Celebrity Championship Wrestling, was listed @ #5.
- "The Wrestler" movie was said to be a factor in John Laurinaitis' decision to suspend Tuesday night's Florida Championship Wrestling house shows @ the Bourbon Street Night Club in New Port Richey, Florida. He wanted WWE to disassociate themselves from the type of atmosphere seen in the movie, which made him feel doing a show in a bar wasn't something they wanted to be associated with. Oh you have got to be kidding me! . . .
- Keith Elliot Greenberg's now working on a biography on WWE Hall of Famer The Iron Sheik. Greenberg wrote the WWE-produced books on "Classy" Freddie Blassie & "Superstar" Billy Graham, as well as 2008 WWE Hall of Famer "Nature Boy" Ric Flair, although Flair himself has credited Mark Madden with turning the project around.
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- Kevin Nash spoke to Jeff Wilen of http://www.Three8Six.com yesterday about his recovery from elbow surgery on Monday. Nash stated that he'll fully recover from the severe staph infection & the injury will be a "2-3 week setback". Contrary to previous reports, the infection didn't come from his recent tattoo work, but from a small scrape he suffered while wrestling in Japan. It's also revealed in the article that Big Sexy signed a new 3-year deal with TNA in October, so he's locked up until the fall of 2011.
- Scott Steiner's said to be in pretty rough shape & his days in the ring could be numbered. Steiner's said to be pretty hard on himself about his condition & most of the locker room feels bad for him @ times, despite his reputation as an absolute lunatic who's threatened peoples lives over booking decisions. In WCW, Jeff Jarrett was always known as the guy who could keep Scott under control & calm him down. Says 1 fellow wrestler regarding Scotts health: "He can't bend over & tie his shoe because of his lower back pain. His stretching routine before matches is barbaric, just so he has the mobility to get through a match, because he's wound so tight. His back's so bad, watching him go through a 12-step process to sit in a car seat is excruciating. It's so not a secret that his back causes him tremendous pain & is an overwhelming concern in his life every day." Friends continue to encourage Steiner to back off on his muscle-mass, but he continues to be stubborn & prioritize size over mobility.
- Samoa Joe & Brother Ray are still working injury angles, but both are expected back soon. Joe was actually brought back @ the last iMPACT! taping, but TNA officials changed their minds & didn't air the segment.
- The UK Sun has an article on Kurt Angle ripping Manchester United soccer player Cristiano Ronaldo. "I should officially request that the British government detain Ronaldo for the time in which myself & the rest of the Main Event Mafia are in the city of Manchester for TNA's Maximum Impact Tour. His inability to drive, combined with his natural weakness as a soccer player, would make navigating the United Kingdom far too risky for an international celebrity such as myself with a pathetic fool like that out on the streets. . . Lesson #1, soccer's a girl's game in the United States & since we set the rules across the globe, Ronaldo should abandon the sissy English game & get in the 6-sided ring of TNA, like a real American." Read the whole thing @ http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/sport/wrestling/article2115462.ece
- Newfoundland TNA fans!! Tired of not being able to see pay-per-views @ a local establishment? Same here! So that's why I've set up a MySpace page to help get our message across! As per instructions on http://www.tnawrestling.com, if fans want to promote TNA in their local area, they can set up a "TNA U" page on MySpace & get other fans from their area to pitch in to help get the word out locally about the great wrestling action of Total NonStop Action! So if you wanna get TNA Wrestling pay-per-views into local bars around St. John's, or even have a dream of even the slimmest chance @ getting a house show here in the unforeseeable future, then add http://www.myspace.com/tnanewf as a friend & pledge your support!
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- Shimmer Wrestling has a FREE download available right now, which is roughly 17 minutes in length & is a perfect introduction to the kind of action that can be seen in SHIMMER Women Athletes! The download features 4 music videos (in succession) which have been produced by Nick Andrews, highlighting the female wrestlers that compete inside the SHIMMER ring. The women featured in the clips, which comprise this 17 minute FREE download, are: Alicia. . . Amazing Kong {TNA Knockout champion Awesome Kong}. . . "The Jezebel" Eden Black. . . "Girl Dynamite" Jennifer Blake. . . "The Croatian Panther" Wesna Busic. . . Cheerleader Melissa {Raisha Saeed in TNA}. . . Allison Danger. . . Danyah. . . Serena Deeb. . . Sara Del Rey. . . Lexie Fyfe. . . Daffney. . . Daizee Haze. . . Malia Hosaka. . . Jetta. . . Josie. . . Rebecca Knox. . . Lacey. . . Ashley Lane. . . Lorelei Lee. . . LuFisto. . . "The Latina Sensation" Mercedes Martinez. . . Nicole Matthews. . . MsChif. . . Nattie Neidhart {Natalya in WWE}. . . Nevaeh. . . Nikita {Katie Lea Burchill in WWE}. . . Amber O'Neal. . . Portia Perez. . . "Glamazon" Beth Phoenix {WWE RAW's Women's champion}. . . Portuguese Princess Ariel. . . Cat Power. . . Rain. . . Tiana Ringer. . . Cindy Rogers. . . Nikki Roxx {Roxxi Laveaux in TNA}. . . "Dark Angel" Sarah Stock. . . Shantelle Taylor {Taylor Wilde in TNA}. . . Shark Girl. . . Alexa Thatcher. . . Krissy Vaine! Visit the following link to download the SHIMMER Compilation video ~ http://www.sendspace.com/file/rtuftq The file's 131 MB in size, for optimum playback on your computer. Help spread the word about this FREE download to other wrestling fans, who may not be familiar with SHIMMER! Consider it done, ladies! Check out their official MySpace @ The new Official SHIMMER MySpace page's up ~ http://www.myspace.com/shimmerwomen
- WWE has officially announced the retirement of former WWE Women's champion Victoria on the company website in an advertisement plugging her final match tonight on Friday Night SmackDown. Now that the story's out, Victoria's decided to address the situation in a blog on her MySpace account ~ http://www.myspace.com/victoria_lisamarievaron
- Former Smackdown Divas Champion Michelle McCool has posted a brief blog on the WWE Universe site revealing the names of her Piledriving Faceplant finishing maneuver, as well as the Heel Hook move she's been using ~ that's called the "MAD 'T' heel hook." She's calling the "Styles Clash" type move {which she performed last week on SmackDown} the "Faith Breaker." McCool asked fans on her blog to suggest names for moves & these are the names she decided on. Aww, dang! I guess I'm gonna have to rename them in my show reports. . . !
- Gail Kim, who should be starting soon on SmackDown, posted the following on her official website's forum: "I know every1's becoming so impatient when it comes to knowing when I'm going to start wrestling again. . . all I can say's to be patient. I'll hopefully make it all worth the wait, when I finally return to the ring, @ least I'll try my hardest to!" You can read her message in its entirety @ http://www.thegailkim.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=2822
- SmackDown backstage announcer Eve Torres worked her 1st singles matches in WWE @ house shows over the weekend. The young upstart beat Natalya Neidhart via roll-up @ shows last Friday & Saturday. Ouch!
- Layla El, RAW Women's champion "Glamazon" Beth Phoenix & the infrequently-seen Candice Michelle Beckman are featured in a pictorial in the February issue of Flex magazine. Phoenix said. "Obviously, The Glamazon has been covered in every wrestling magazine known to man, including WWE Magazine, however, Ive always wanted to do a fitness magazine." Read the whole article @ http://www.wwe.com/inside/overtheropes/news/divasflex
- @ Saturday night's WSU (Women Superstars Uncensored) show in Boonton, New Jersey, TNA Knockout Jacqueline was announced for the next show on March 7th. They also announced the induction of Missy Hyatt as the 1st entrant in the women's Hall of Fame.
- It was a big night for the hit film "The Wrestler" @ the 66th Annual Golden Globe Awards. Mickey Rourke won the Golden Globe award for Best Lead Actor in a Drama for his portrayal of Randy "The Ram" Robinson. Rourke beat out some of Hollywood's biggest stars, including Brad Pitt ("The Curious Case of Benjamin Button"), Leonardo DiCaprio ("Revolutionary Road"), Sean Penn ("Milk") & Frank Langella ("Frost/Nixon") During Mickey's accepatance speech, he started goofing on director Darren Arronovsky, who gave him the middle finger. There were a few colourful words that were censored during the show, but Arronovsky's hand gesture made it on the air. Let's hope they were joking around, eh? As well, Bruce Springsteen's song "The Wrestler" picked up the Golden Globe for Best Original Song. Overall, it was a great night for the film. The next stop's the 81st Academy Awards, which takes place on Sunday, February 22nd @ the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood, California. Nominations for the show will be announced on Thursday, January 22nd. Hopefully "The Wrestler" will make it into theatres here in Newfoundland soon!
- Former Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff posted a blog Saturday commenting on a few topical subjects, including Smackdown Heavyweight champion Jeff Hardy, steroids in wrestling & the whole Hornswaggle storyline. Check that out @ http://www.ericbischoff.com/blog.asp?Path=T1,0003&MaxListings=
- X-Treme Intense Championship Wrestling proudly presents "BEYOND X-TREME 2009" This Sunday, January 18th @ The Ritz (24300 Hoover between 9 1/2 & 10 Mile) in Warren, Michigan. XICW, Detroit's top & longest-running professional wrestling company, has signed some hard-hitting death-defying bouts for This Sunday Bloody Sunday!!! For more informaiton, go to http://www.lordsofpain.net/indy/news/310.html
- The stars of New England Championship Wrestling, former WWE Superstar Christopher Nowinski & The American Hockey Leagues Lowell Devils team up for an important cause, as the Devils take on the Springfield Falcons @ the Tsongas Arena in Lowell on Martin Luther King Day, Monday, January 19th @ 2PM. A portion of the proceeds from this game will benefit The Sports Legacy Institute & its effort to fund research & education in solving the sports concussion crisis. Your paid admission will also get you free autographs & photo opportunities with Nowinski, former New England Patriots star Ted Johnson, NECW Triple Crown Champion Max Bauer, NECW Television Champion Handsome Johnny, Sammi Lane plus NECW President Sheldon Goldberg & NECW TV's Joe Matterazzo. Come meet the stars & see some great hockey action, as the Lowell Devils take on the Springfield Falcons on Monday, January 19th @ 2PM @ the Tsongas Arena in Lowell. Tickets are just $12 US. Log on to http://www.lowelldevilshockey.com & use code SLI to get the discount! For more information, you can call the Lowell Devils @ 978-458-PUCK.
- http://www.TMZ.com caught up with WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan yesterday @ the Fort Lauderdale airport & as always, the Hulkster had a bunch of memorable soundbytes. Hogan claims the TMZ cameras just missed him making out with Pamela Anderson. Hulk says Mickey Rouke stole his "brother" catch phrase in "The Wrestler" & now uses it in media interviews, but says he loves Mickey & the movie. When asked about a possible return to the ring, Hulk said he's career's not done yet, because Linda's 19-year-old boyfriend Charlie just bought a new boat & Hulk still needs to pay the bills, brother.
- Former WWE announcer & RAW General Manager Mike Adamle's back to his old job, as a sports news anchor working for NBC 5 in Chicago. His online bio page, which has no mention of his WWE run, can be seen @ http://www.NBCchicago.com
- Mexican wrestler Dos Caras Junior announced over the weekend that he wont be going to the WWE after all & has re-signed with Mexican promotion EMLL for 4 more years. Caras had done several radio interviews in the fall, talking about his negotiations with WWE & why he thought coming to America was the right move for his career. When asked why he decided against WWE, he said he feels he's already a big star & didn't want to have to work way up from the bottom in WWE. A surprisingly smart man, right there!
- Former WWE & TNA superstar, "Wildcat" Chris Harris was a special guest on this past week's live edition of Monday Night Mayhem, hosted by The Big Mosh & Blade & you can read a full synopsis @ http://www.lordsofpain.net/news/wwe/244.html
- Buck Wild was trained @ Steve Keirn's School of Hard Knocks & wrestled in Florida for a short time, before heading to Japan for BattleArts. He's now back in Florida & back in training @ the FCW School for his shot @ a WWE Developmental Contract. His character's very unique & a must to see for all promoters & fans alike. Check it out @ http://www.floridawrestlingfans.com/video/introducing-buck-wild
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- January 10th: former AWA Wrestler Colonel DeBeers. . . former WCW "wrestler" Buff Bagwell. . . former WWF Light Heavyweigth champion & Tag Team co-shampion Brian Christopher. . . CMLL Luchadors Negro Casas & "El Puma" Jerry Estrada. . . Pro Wrestling NOAH & Ring of Honor wrestler Donovan Morgan. . .
- January 11th: legendary Japanese Junior Heavyweight wrestler Kuniaki Kobayashi. . . legendary Luchador Gory Guerrero. . . former WCW & WWE wrestler Billy Kidman. . .
- January 12th: former WWF Valet Luna Vachon. . . former WWF Tag Team co-champion B. Brian Blair. . . 1950s wrestler Ray "Thunder" Stern. . . Facebook wrestler
Dr. Frat Brother BUMS (12288 - 7607) . . .
- January 13th: 1960s wrestler Cowboy Ron Reed. . . WWE RAW's Shad Gaspard. . . former ECW Tag Team co-champion John Kronus. . .
- January 14th: inaugural Royal Rumble winner Hacksaw Jim Duggan. . .
- January 15th: "WCW Owner" Shane McMahon. . . All Japan Pro Wrestler Bull Buchanan. . . 1960s wrestler Eddie Graham. . . former eWe Valet Shanti. . . WWE Diva Kelly Kelly. . .
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THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY: more Tag Team domination!!
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- January 10th:
{1994} the Underdog Champions (Marty Jannetty & the 123 Kid) defeated the Quebecers (Jacques Rougeau & Pierre Ouellet) for the WWF Tag Team titles. . . The Bruise Brothers (Ron & Don Harris) defeated Far Too Wild for the USWA Tag Team title. . .
{1998} Wolfie D defeated Terry Golden for the Music City North American Heavyweight title. . .
{1999} EExtreme Championship Wrestling's "Guilty As Charged" @ the Millennium Theater in Kissimmee, Florida, where Taz defeated "Franchise" Shane Douglas for the ECW Heavyweight title. . .
- January 11th:
{1947} 1930s wrestler Jerry Monahan died @ age 45. . .
{1962} Newark's Finest (Johnny Valentine & Cowboy Bob Ellis) defeated the Fabulous Kangaroos (Al Costello & Roy Heffernan) for the WWWF Tag Team titles. . .
{1991} "Nature Boy" Ric Flair defeated Sting for the NWA & WCW Heavyweight Wrestling title. . .
{1993} "The Natural" Dustin Rhodes defeated Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat in a tournament final for the WCW United States title. . . The Moondogs (Splat & Spot) defeated the Bruise Brothers (Ron & Don Harris) for the USWA Tag Team titles, then Brian Christopher defeated Jeff Jarrett for the USWA Southern Heavyweight title. . .
{1998} Damaja Incorporated (Flash Flanagan & Doug Basham) defeated Jeffersonville's Finest (Jason Lee & David C) for the Ohio Valley Southern Tag Titles. . .
{2000} Brian Knobbs defeated Norman Smiley for the WCW Hardcore title. . .
{2002} The Prodigy defeated Ramblin Rich Myers to become the 1st PCW Television Champion. . . Balls Mahoney defeated Xavier for the USA Pro-Wrestling Heavyweight Title. . .
- January 12th:
{1969} 1950s wrestler "Gentleman" Jim Hady died. . .
{1981} Barry Windham defeated Dory Funk, Junior for the Florida State Heavyweight title. . .
{1998} the OutSiders (Scott Hall & Kevin Nash) defeated the Steiner Brothers (Rick & Scott Steiner) for the WCW Tag titles. . .
- January 13th:
{1993} NWA World Championship Wrestling's "Clash of the Champions 22". . .
{1996} PG-13 (Wolfie D & JC Ice) defeated the Georgia Gangsters ("The Professional" Doug Gilbert & "Wildfire" Tommy Rich) for the USWA Tag Team titles, then Tommy Rich defeated Jerry Lawler for the USWA Southern Heavyweight title. . .
- January 14th:
{1991} Jeff Jarrett defeated Brian Lee in a tournament final for the USWA Southern Heavyweight title. . .
{1994} 1930s wrestler Slammin' Sam Menacker died @ age 79. . .
{1995} the Georgia Gangsters ("The Professional" Doug Gilbert & "Wildfire" Tommy Rich) defeated PG-13 (Wolfie D & JC Ice) for the USWA Tag Team titles. . .
{2000} "Tornado" Tony Kozina defeated Vince Kaplack for the NWA World Junior Heavyweight title. . .
{2001} World champinship Wrestling's "Sin" @ Canseco Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana, where Meng defeated Terry Funk for the WCW Hardcore title, "Franchise" Shane Douglas defeated General Rection for the United States title & the Power Plant (Sean O'Haire & Chuck Palumbo) defeated the InSiders (Kevin Nash & Diamond Dallas Page) for the WCW Tag titles. . .
- January 15th:
{1962} the Terrific Minnesotans (Larry Hennig & Duke Hoffman) defeated the Kalmikoffs (Ivan & Nikita Kalmikoff) in a tournament final for the AWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1989} World Wrestling Federation's "Royal Rumble" @ The Summit in Houston, Texas. . .
{1998} Rey Misterio, Junior defeated Juventud Guerrera for the WCW Cruiserweight title. . . Cueball Carmichael defeated Christian York in a tournament final for the IPWA Heavyweight title. . .
- January 16th:
{1985} 1970s wrestler Yukon Eric died of a suicide shooting @ age 41. . . Ted DiBiase defeated Brad Armstrong for the Mid-South North American Heavyweight title. . .
{1992} the Dangerous Alliance (Arn Anderson & Bobby Eaton) defeated the Clashers ("The Natural" Dustin Rhodes & Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat) for the WCW Tag Team titles. . .
{1998} The Fall Branch Redneck defeated Brooklyn Bad Boy #1 for the SSW Appalachian title . . .
{2000} World Championship Wrestling's "Souled Out" @ the Firstar Center in Cincinnati, Ohio, where Oaklahoma defeated Medusa for the WCW Cruiserweight title, then Chris Benoit defeated Sid Vicious for the vacant WCW Heavyweight title, before ultimately vacating the title & defecting to WWF. . .
- Committee on Oversight & Government Reform releases 16 transcripts from their work summarizing the results of the Committee's investigation into steroid use in professional wrestling; Chairman Henry Waxman requested that ONDCP examine the widespread steroid abuse & systemic deficiencies in testing policies & practices; contains interviews with WWE Chairman Vince McMahon, WWE CEO Linda McMahon, WWE Executive Vice President of Creative Writing Stephanie McMahon-Levesque, TNA President Dixie Carter, doctors in charge of the WWE Wellness Program & other results; http://oversight.house.gov/story.asp?ID=2298
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- next month's No Way Out pay-per-view will feature the return of the Elimination Chamber; "2 miles of chain & 10 tons of steel will surround WWE Superstars in the elimination chamber. Don't miss HHH, John Cena, Vladimir Kozlov, Chris Jericho, Jeff Hardy, Undertaker, Rey Mysterio & all your favorite Superstars @ WWE No Way Out, Sunday, February 15th, live @ 8PM ET/5PM PT, only on Pay-Per-View"; pay-per-view poster ~ http://www.wrestling-online.com/news/News_9/NWO_2009_poster.shtml
- TNA Genesis mini-site; features TNA Executive Shareholder Mick Foley on the promotional poster. The event's scheduled to take place on Sunday, January 11th in Charlotte, North Carolina @ the Cricket Arena; http://www.tnawrestling.com/component/option,com_wrapper/Itemid,181/
- WWE's new '25th Anniversary of WrestleMania Calendar' includes a list of dates & locations for all of their 2009 PPV's. . .
Royal Rumble, January 25th @ the Joe Louis Arena in Detroit, Michigan. . . No Way Out, February 15th @ the Key Arena in Seattle, Washington. . . WrestleMania 25, April 5th @ the Reliant Stadium in Houston, Texas. . . Backlash, April 26th @ the Dunkin' Donuts Center in Providence, Rhode Island. . . Judgment Day, May 17th @ the Allstate Arena in Chicago, Illinois. . . 1 Night Stand, June 7th @ the New Orleans Arena in New Orleans, Louisiana. . . Night Of Champions, June 28th @ the ARCO Arena in Sacramento, California. . . Great American Bash, July 26th @ the Wachovia Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. . . Summerslam, August 23rd @ the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. . . Unforgiven, September 13th @ the Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec. . . No Mercy, October 4th @ the Mellon Arena in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. . . Cyber Sunday, October 25th @ the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, New Jersey. . . Survivor Series, November 22nd @ the Verizon Center in Washington, DC.
- Tickets for the WWE Hall of Fame ceremony went on a pre-sale yesterday; purchase tickets @ http://www.Toyotacentertix.com using password LEGEND; Tickets $55 a piece with arena handling fee of $4, plus convenience fee of $9.75, total cost $68.75 US; They go on sale to general public on Saturday, January 17th @ 10AM.
- The STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California, will hold the next SummerSlam in August 2009; 2nd time that SummerSlam will be hosted in the state of California {& the 1st time in Los Angeles} with the 1st time being in 2001 in San Jose @ the Compaq Center. The last time the STAPLES Center hosted 1 of the big 4 pay-per-views was in 2005 for WrestleMania 21 & we all remember how well-received that was. . .
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WWE NEWS: Charismatic Enigma, Instant Classic, Superstars & Vinnie-Mac
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- WWE Hall-of-Famer Jim Ross updated his blog & you can read the latest posting @ http://www.jrsbarbq.com
- An angle involving Smackdown Heavyweight champion Jeff Hardy & his fiancée Beth to be inserted into SmackDown; WWE doing angle where they're injured in hit-&-run auto accident in Cameron, North Carolina; "Instant Classic" Christian Cage likely to be revealed as perpetrator; fiancée will apparently be seriously injured in the storyline; angle's a bit surprising, as Hardy's fiancée has always wanted to be out of the spotlight
- Further, TNA's had no communication with Cage since he was written off television after the Main Event Mafia attacked him; If Cage stayed, he'd be the main star & top face for Frontline; general feeling's that he made his decision to leave TNA several months ago; Sources say that Christian lost interest with TNA & was hard to deal with last October; During a meeting with Dixie Carter & Jeff Jarret, Cage said he had another offer & was considering taking it, but hadn't made up his mind; Everybody's under the impression he's signed a WWE deal & will debut on Smackdown soon; his contract's expired & profile's removed from TNA's website.
- WWE announced new details about 'Superstars' to be brought back on television on WGN America; to start April & will be 1-hour weekly program on Thursday nights @ 8PM & 11PM EST, with replays during the weekends; not known yet how & when the tapings will occur, since the press release lists that Superstars & Divas from all 3 brands will appear
- Chairman Vince McMahon back in 2 weeks, as announced during backstage segment between Chris Jericho & Stephanie McMahon; last appeared on RAW June 23rd, giving away $500,000 US in the last segment of the McMahon's $1,000,000 Mania, After which a controlled explosion destroyed the marquee sign, which ended up collapsing on McMahon; Vinnie-Mac went on the Tribute to the Troops Iraq tour, but didn't appear during the 1-hour televised broadcast.
- '12 Rounds', starring the current RAW Heavyweight champion John Cena as Detective Danny Baxter, who discovers that his girlfriend {played by Ashley Scott from "Jericho"} has been kidnapped by ex-con who has ties to Baxter's past; shot in New Orleans & directed by Renny Harlin {'Die Hard 2', 'Deep Blue Sea', 'Cliffhanger' & other action movies}; Mark Gordon {several episodes of 'Criminal Minds', 'Grey's Anatomy' & other TV shows} is 1 of the producers with Vince McMahon; Grammy Award winner Trevor Rabin {'Armageddon', 'Gone in 60 Seconds', 'Con Air' & others} is doing the score; set to be released in March; see the poster @ http://www.wrestling-online.com/news/News_9/12_Rounds_poster.shtml
- A couple of weeks ago, Darren Aronofsky gave WWE Owner Vince McMahon a private screening of 'The Wrestler'. While it wasn't a surprise to the majority of the people, the WWE Chairman didn't like the movie 1 bit, for its portrayal of professional wrestling. A statement from TNA followed later, praising the movie for giving the wrestling mainstream attention & Rourke's spectacular acting in the leading role. In his latest blog on the WWE Universe website, former Smackdown Heavyweight champion John Brad$haw Layfied said that the movie "was awesome & extremely well written," something that won't go down well with the Chairman. "This was the business I broke into many years ago. However, that business has changed," JBL said, noting the different tests that have been introduced lately, to protect the performers. "Even with all the negative stereotypes in the movie, this was a part of what I did to get to WWE & it was fun to watch. A little scary to watch, but fun," he concluded.
- WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross appeared on Bubba The Love Sponge radio show, where he mentioned the possibility of fellow HoF Hulk Hogan taking on Stonecold Steve Austin; to read a recap, go to http://www.lordsofpain.net/news/wwe/187.html
- Ted DiBiase Junior's advertised for a Triple Threat Match for the Intercontinental Championship on Saturday, February 28th RAW house show @ Wachovia Arena in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
- http://www.WWEShop.com has put the WWE: The Music Volume 9 CD up for pre-sale; officially be released Tuesday, January 27th; Here's the official track listing, as confirmed by WWE:
01. Randy Orton "Voices"
02. Maryse Oullette "Pourquoi?"
03. Kane "Red"
04. Kung Fu Naki "Kung Fu San"
05. Kelly Kelly "Holla"
06. R-Truth "What's Up?"
07. Vladimir Kozlov "Pain"
08. The Great Khali "Land Of 5 Rivers"
09. Eve "She Looks Good"
10. Jack Swagger "Get On Your Knees"
11. SmackDown Theme "If You Rock Like Me"
12. Umaga "Tribal Trouble"
13. DiBiase/Rhodes/Manu "Pricele$$"
- Several wrestlers unhappy with WWE's crackdown on marijuana usage; argument's that those who were fined for using marijuana, have been forced to turn to heavy drinking or pain pills, which will destroy more lives than steroids or any other drug.
- 4 wrestlers were signed following John Laurinaitis' last visit to OVW ~ Kris Pavone (had a development deal several years ago), Ryan Reeves (former Tough Enough contestant), Jason Garrison & Brian Jossie, who're currently working in Florida Championship Wrestling.
- Bam Neely recently sent back down to Florida Championship Wrestling; his last appearance in WWE was November 4th ECWWE in pinfall loss to Matt Hardy.
- The newest WWE biography of Hall of Famer Andre The Giant already shipping from http://www.Amazon.com; official release date January 9th; paperback book 'André the Giant: A Legendary Life'; 352 pages chronicling the life of the 7'5" 550lbs giant known as the '8th wonder of the world'; written by Michael Krugman, who also co-wrote the Hardy Boyz biography; A lot of current & former WWE Superstars were interviewed for this book.
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- After nearly 20 years of wrestling a very physical style, Brother Ray to be taking several months off, due to injuries, considering retirement; Devon was interviewed by Alex Marvez & says Ray has officially taken an "indefinite break" from pro wrestling; If Ray decides to retire, Devon won't join him, as he still believes he can produce in the ring for TNA, as 1 of the leading forces behind Frontline group & says he's eager to step up as singles star in TNA; read the full article @ http://www.lordsofpain.net/news/tna/188.html
- TNA ended their tour in Japan Sunday with a live show @ the Tokyo Dome; 2nd inter-promotional event that the company did with New Japan Pro Wrestling; Chris Sabin & Alex Shelley won IWGP Junior tag team titles by defeating Yujiro & Tetsuya Naito; Team 3D won IWGP tag team gold by defeating Toru Yano & Togi Makabe; Parts of the match will be airing @ a later date in Spike TV in a TNA special titled 'Global iMPACT! 2'; exclusive footage of talent who participated in the show posing in front of the Tokyo Dome ~ http://www.wrestling-online.com/news/TNA/TNA_Japan_09.shtml
- Newfoundland TNA fans!! Tired of not being able to see pay-per-views @ a local establishment? Same here! So that's why I've set up a MySpace page to help get our message across! As per instructions on http://www.tnawrestling.com, if fans want to promote TNA in their local area, they can set up a "TNA U" page on MySpace & get other fans from their area to pitch in to help get the word out locally about the great wrestling action of Total NonStop Action! So if you wanna get TNA Wrestling pay-per-views into local bars around St. John's, or even have a dream of even the slimmest chance @ getting a house show here in the unforeseeable future, then add http://www.myspace.com/tnanewf as a friend & pledge your support!
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- Shimmer Wrestling has a FREE download available right now, which is roughly 17 minutes in length & is a perfect introduction to the kind of action that can be seen in SHIMMER Women Athletes! The download features 4 music videos (in succession) which have been produced by Nick Andrews, highlighting the female wrestlers that compete inside the SHIMMER ring. The women featured in the clips, which comprise this 17 minute FREE download, are: Alicia. . . Amazing Kong {TNA Knockout champion Awesome Kong}. . . "The Jezebel" Eden Black. . . "Girl Dynamite" Jennifer Blake. . . "The Croatian Panther" Wesna Busic. . . Cheerleader Melissa {Raisha Saeed in TNA}. . . Allison Danger. . . Danyah. . . Serena Deeb. . . Sara Del Rey. . . Lexie Fyfe. . . Daffney. . . Daizee Haze. . . Malia Hosaka. . . Jetta. . . Josie. . . Rebecca Knox. . . Lacey. . . Ashley Lane. . . Lorelei Lee. . . LuFisto. . . "The Latina Sensation" Mercedes Martinez. . . Nicole Matthews. . . MsChif. . . Nattie Neidhart {Natalya in WWE}. . . Nevaeh. . . Nikita {Katie Lea Burchill in WWE}. . . Amber O'Neal. . . Portia Perez. . . "Glamazon" Beth Phoenix {WWE RAW's Women's champion}. . . Portuguese Princess Ariel. . . Cat Power. . . Rain. . . Tiana Ringer. . . Cindy Rogers. . . Nikki Roxx {Roxxi Laveaux in TNA}. . . "Dark Angel" Sarah Stock. . . Shantelle Taylor {Taylor Wilde in TNA}. . . Shark Girl. . . Alexa Thatcher. . . Krissy Vaine! Visit the following link to download the SHIMMER Compilation video ~ http://www.sendspace.com/file/rtuftq The file's 131 MB in size, for optimum playback on your computer. Help spread the word about this FREE download to other wrestling fans, who may not be familiar with SHIMMER! Consider it done, ladies!
- In a chat on the WWE Universe site on Monday, ECWWE General Manager Theodore R. Long's assistant Tiffany talked about her current standing in the company, as well as what she'd like to do in the near future; Long taught her a great deal about being on television during their short time working together & her current focus is on the "management side"; Tiffany's currently training to wrestle in Florida Championship Wrestling ~ http://fans.wwe.com/universeliveblogs/blog/2009/01/03/raw_live_on_wwe_universe_jan_5_2009?altcast_code=0dd2cbd0eb
- Former Smackdown Divas Champion Michelle McCool posted another blog on WWE Universe, aimed @ people criticizing her; stealing moves, the Diva Search & being called Michelle UnCool" are among the chief tolics discussed ~ http://fans.wwe.com/michellemccool/blog/2009/01/04/blogging_addiction
- Stacy Keibler was @ LIV nightclub in Miami Beach for New Year's Eve with her lucky boyfriend & actor Geoff Stults; sporting a nice short dress showing off her long legs, was photographed @ the red carpet arrival ~ http://www.wrestling-online.com/news/general/Keibler_NYE_Miami.shtml
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- Great Canadian Wrestling, tonight @ 8PM @ The Factory in Vaughan, Ontario. Derek Wylde versus Tyson Dux. . . Notorious TID versus Bloody Bill Skullion {still?!}. . . Jennifer Blake versus Danyah. . . Kamala versus Eddie Osbourne. . . Rico Montana versus Hayden Avery. . . The Flatliners versus Club Sexxx- Eclectic Media Productions & Owner Shannon Rose are honored to announce that they've signed Danny Bonaduce & now will be handling his publicity. "I think working with Eclectic Media Productions & Shannon Rose will be great for my career. I'm looking forward to seeing what opportunities will come about with this partnership." Rose added, "Danny's a great personality in Radio, TV & films. I'll be working with Danny on various projects & look forward to the future." To schedule an interview or event with Danny, please contact Shannon Rose @ (813) 960-8412 or (813) 389-0801. Danny was recently 1 of the celebrities on CMT's "Hulk Hogan's Celebrity Championship Wrestling"
- Independent wrestling superstar Mike Modest posted a blog on his official MySpace page ~ http://www.myspace.com/michaelmodest ~ advertizing his latest "Modest's Joint", where he tears the Screen Actors' Guild a new 1 & give an amusing Top 10 Facts list ~ http://web.mac.com/ironraymond
- The 2008 Awards edition of Rumble Radio is now on-line for free download; several guests, including Allison Danger & former ECW, WCW & WWE star Rob Van Dam ~ ~
- "The Wrestler" star Mickey Rourke had signed on for Sylvester Stallone's new movie "The Expendables". It appears Rourke has an even bigger role on his plate, as http://www.HollywoodReporter.com reports that Rourke's in talks to co-star in the upcoming Ironman sequel. Mickey would play a tattooed Russian heavy named Ivan who becomes "Whiplash", a villain with deadly, technologically enhanced coils. The project begins shooting in New York this spring & is currently slated for a May 7th, 2010 release.
- Celebrity Championship Wrestling "winner" Dennis Rodman has signed on for the new season of Donald Trump's Celebrity Apprentice on NBC. I wonder what belt the Don'll give him?
- Former ECW & WWE star Super Crazy's expected to start in AAA soon.
- Recently-released WWE star Gene Snitsky resurfaced @ a WWC show in Puerto Rico over the weekend, where he lost to Eugene. Former ECWWE stars Elijah Burke & Armando Alejandro Estrada also teamed up on the show, losing to a tag team called Thunder & Lightning ~ http://www.prwrestling.com/english/noticiasprweng/259.php
- Raven, TNA wrestler Hernandez & Super Parka are among the wrestlers scheduled to appear @ tomorrow's Fog City Wrestling event in San Francisco, California @ the DNA Lounge. For more information on the show, visit http://www.fogcitywrestling.com/
WRESTLER BIRTHDAYS: a lot of "Formers" in this week's report!
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- January 03rd: WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross. . . former ECW Wrestler New Jack. . .
- January 04th: former WCW & WWE Wrestler Chris Kanyon. . . AAA Luchador La Parka II. . . former WCW, WWF & AWF Wrestler Jim Powers. . .
- January 06th: former WCW & WWE Women's wrestler & current TNA Knockout Jacqueline Moore. . . WWE Wrestler Ken Kennedy. . . former WWF Wrestler & "Finnish Gladiator" Tony "Ludwig Borga" Halme. . . former WCW & TNA Wrestler Konnan. . .
- January 07th: former Extreme Championship Wrestler C.W. Anderson. . . Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre Wrestler Black Warrior. . . former Mexican Luchador Chavo Guerrero Senior. . .
- January 08th: former WWF Wrestler "Bushwhacker Luke" Brian Wickens. . . former WWE Wrestler "Masterpiece" Chris Masters. . . former WWF women's champion & WWWA Heavyweight champion Bull Nakano. . .
- January 09th: Mexican Luchador Silver King. . .
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THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY: Tag Team Domination!!
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- January 03rd:
{1994} the USWA Tag Team titles were held up. . .
{1997} Apparently-Otherwise-Unknown Wrestler Rick Martello died @ age 38. . . Fall Branch, Tennessee's Hottest Commodities (Danny Christian & Johnny Thunder) defeated Revered In Massacusetts (Justin St. John & Butch Black {subbing for Steve Flynn}) for the SSW Tag Team titles. . .
{1999} Rip Rogers defeated Doug Basham for the Ohio Valley Heavyweight title. . .
{2000} HHH defeated the Big Show for the WWF Heavyweight title. . . the New Hardcore Revolution (David Flair & Crowbar) defeated Still Better Than the Harris Brothers (Kevin Nash & Scott Steiner) in a tournament final for the WCW Tag Team titles. . .
{2001} BJ Payne defeated Flash Flanagan in a singles match for the Ohio Valley Southern Tag Titles & choose Damien as his co-holder. . .
{2004} Hoss defeated Nigel McGuinness for the Heartland Wrestling Association Heavyweight Title. . .
- January 04th:
{1929} Gus Sonnenberg defeted Ed Strangler Lewis for the World's Heavyweight Wrestling title. . .
{1986} Arn Anderson defeated Wahoo McDaniel in a tournament final for the NWA Television title. . .
{1992} Riki Choshu defeated Tatsumi Fujinami for the IWGP Heavyweight title. . .
{1993} The Great Muta defeated Masa Chono for the NWA Heavyweight Wrestling title . . .
{1996} Nobuhiko Takada defeated the Great Muta for the IWGP Heavyweight title. . .
{1997} World Wrestling Federation's "Shotgun Saturday Night" debuts from the Mirage Nightclub in New York. . .
{1999} Hollywood Hogan defeated Kevin Nash for the WCW Heavyweight title. . . Keiji Muto defeated Scott Norton for the IWGP Heavyweight title. . .
{2000} Kensuke Sasaki defeated Genichiro Tenryu for the IWGP Heavyweight title. . .
{2001} former Mexican Luchador "Villano 1" Jose de Jesus Diaz Mendoza died of a heart attack @ age 54 . . .
- January 05th:
{1983} Mike Graham defeated Kevin Sullivan for the Florida State Heavyweight title. . .
{1996} 2 Cold Scorpio defeated Mikey Whipwreck for the ECW Television title. . . The Beautiful Blonds (Eddie Golden & Stan Lee) defeated the Handsome Misters (Ricky Morton & Beau James) for the SSW Tag Team titles. . . D'Lo Brown defeated Bobby Blaze in a tournament final for the HWA Heavyweight Title. . .
{2000} Tetsuhiro Kuroda defeated Masato Tanaka for the World Entertainment Wrestling Heavyweight title. . .
- January 06th:
{1967} Pretty Handsome (Larry Hennig & Harley Race) defeated the World's Most Dangerous Wrestlers (the Crusher & Dick the Bruiser) for the AWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1973} the Blond Bombers (Nick Bockwinkel & Ray Stevens) defeated the Wrestlers (Verne Gagne & Billy Robinson) for the AWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1984} Harley Race defeated David Von Erich for the Missouri State Heavyweight title. . .
{1985} Brian Blair defeated Jesse Barr for the Florida State Heavyweight title. . .
{2003} the UnAmericans (Lance Storm & William Regal) defeated Booker T & Goldust @ the Movies (Booker T & Goldust) for the RAW Tag Team titles. . .
- January 07th:
{1966} Gene Kinisji defeated Lou Thesz for the NWA Heavyweight Wrestling title. . .
{1991} Arn Anderson defeated Tom Zenk for the WCW Television title. . . the Fabulous 1s (Stan Lane & Steve Keirn) defeated Fear Their W*NG (Doug Gilbert & Tony Anthony) for the USWA Tag Team titles. . . 1930s Canadian Wrestler Bronko Nagurski died @ age 81. . .
{1995} Brian Christopher defeated Tommy Rich for the USWA Southern Heavyweight title. . . Boris Dragoff won a 1-night tournament for the SCW Heavweight title. . .
{2000} former Stampede & all Japan Pro Wrestler Gary Albright died of a heart attack. . . Nicole Bass sues the WWF for sexual harrassment. . .
{2001} Extreme Champinship Wrestling's final event, "Guilty as Charged" 2 the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City, New York, where The Sandman defeated Steve Corino & Justin Credible in a 3-Way for the ECW Heavyweight title, then lost to Rhino to make the War Machine the final Extreme Championship Wrestling Heavyweight champion. . .
{2002} the Runts of the Litter (Spike Dudley & Tazz) defeated The Dudley Boyz (BuhBuh Ray & D'von) for the WWF Tag Team titles. . . 1970s Michgan Wrestler the Mighty Igor died of heart failure in his 60's. . .
- January 08th:
{1925} Wayne Munn defeated Ed Strangler Lewis for the World's Heavyweight Wrestling title. . .
{1937} 1830s Lousiana State Heavyweight champion Farmer Burns died @ age 75. . .
{1962} Mr. M {Doctor Bill Miller} defeated Verne Gagne for the AWA Heavyweight title. . .
{1984} the Ace Corps (Don Kernodle & Bob Orton Junior) defeated Funk'n Valiant (Dory Funk Junior & Jimmy Valiant) in a tounament final for the NWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1990} Jerry Lawler defeated King Cobra for the USWA Unified Heavyweight title. . .
{1994} Far Too Wild defeated PG-13 (JC Ice & wolfie D) in a tournament final for the USWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1995} Arn Anderson defeated Johnny B. Badd for the WCW Television title. . .
{1998} World Championship Wrestling's "Thunder" debuts on TBS, where Juventud Guerrera defeated Ultimo Dragon for the WCW Cruiserweight title. . .
{2000} Thrill Kill Kult (Midknight & Diablos Macabre) defeated Justice Pain for the Combat Zone Wrestling Tag Team Titles in a 2-on-1 Handicap Match. . .
- January 09th:
{1931} 1920s Wrestler Big Wayne Munn died of kidney problems @ age 35. . .
{1959} Pat O'Connor defeated Dick Hutton for the NWA Heavyweight Wrestling title. . .
{1995} the Fabulous 1s (Doug Gilbert & Tommy Rich) & PG-13 (JC Ice & Wolfie D) traded the USWA Tag Team titles. . .
{2000} Extreme Championship Wrestling's "Guilty as Charged" @ the Boutwell Auditorium in Birmingham, Alabama, where the Impact Players (Lance Storm & Justin Credible) defeated Strange Bedfellows ("Innovator of Violence" Tommy Dreamer & Raven) for the ECW Tag titles. . .
{2002} The Island Boys (Ekmo & Kimo) defeated Morley~Bisson (Val Venis & Steve Bradley) for the HWA Tag Team Titles, then Shannon Moore defeated Jamie Knoble for the Cruiserweight Title & RC Haas defeated EZ Money for the HWA Heavyweight Title. . .
- It was a big night for the hit film "The Wrestler" @ the 66th Annual Golden Globe Awards. Mickey Rourke won the Golden Globe award for Best Lead Actor in a Drama for his portrayal of Randy "The Ram" Robinson. Rourke beat out some of Hollywood's biggest stars, including Brad Pitt ("The Curious Case of Benjamin Button"), Leonardo DiCaprio ("Revolutionary Road"), Sean Penn ("Milk") & Frank Langella ("Frost/Nixon") During Mickey's accepatance speech, he started goofing on director Darren Arronovsky, who gave him the middle finger. There were a few colourful words that were censored during the show, but Arronovsky's hand gesture made it on the air. Let's hope they were joking around, eh? As well, Bruce Springsteen's song "The Wrestler" picked up the Golden Globe for Best Original Song. Overall, it was a great night for the film. The next stop's the 81st Academy Awards, which takes place on Sunday, February 22nd @ the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood, California. Nominations for the show will be announced on Thursday, January 22nd. Hopefully "The Wrestler" will make it into theatres here in Newfoundland soon!
- Former Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff posted a blog Saturday commenting on a few topical subjects, including Smackdown Heavyweight champion Jeff Hardy, steroids in wrestling & the whole Hornswaggle storyline. Check that out @ http://www.ericbischoff.com/blog.asp?Path=T1,0003&MaxListings=
- X-Treme Intense Championship Wrestling proudly presents "BEYOND X-TREME 2009" This Sunday, January 18th @ The Ritz (24300 Hoover between 9 1/2 & 10 Mile) in Warren, Michigan. XICW, Detroit's top & longest-running professional wrestling company, has signed some hard-hitting death-defying bouts for This Sunday Bloody Sunday!!! For more informaiton, go to http://www.lordsofpain.net/indy/news/310.html
- The stars of New England Championship Wrestling, former WWE Superstar Christopher Nowinski & The American Hockey Leagues Lowell Devils team up for an important cause, as the Devils take on the Springfield Falcons @ the Tsongas Arena in Lowell on Martin Luther King Day, Monday, January 19th @ 2PM. A portion of the proceeds from this game will benefit The Sports Legacy Institute & its effort to fund research & education in solving the sports concussion crisis. Your paid admission will also get you free autographs & photo opportunities with Nowinski, former New England Patriots star Ted Johnson, NECW Triple Crown Champion Max Bauer, NECW Television Champion Handsome Johnny, Sammi Lane plus NECW President Sheldon Goldberg & NECW TV's Joe Matterazzo. Come meet the stars & see some great hockey action, as the Lowell Devils take on the Springfield Falcons on Monday, January 19th @ 2PM @ the Tsongas Arena in Lowell. Tickets are just $12 US. Log on to http://www.lowelldevilshockey.com & use code SLI to get the discount! For more information, you can call the Lowell Devils @ 978-458-PUCK.
- http://www.TMZ.com caught up with WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan yesterday @ the Fort Lauderdale airport & as always, the Hulkster had a bunch of memorable soundbytes. Hogan claims the TMZ cameras just missed him making out with Pamela Anderson. Hulk says Mickey Rouke stole his "brother" catch phrase in "The Wrestler" & now uses it in media interviews, but says he loves Mickey & the movie. When asked about a possible return to the ring, Hulk said he's career's not done yet, because Linda's 19-year-old boyfriend Charlie just bought a new boat & Hulk still needs to pay the bills, brother.
- Former WWE announcer & RAW General Manager Mike Adamle's back to his old job, as a sports news anchor working for NBC 5 in Chicago. His online bio page, which has no mention of his WWE run, can be seen @ http://www.NBCchicago.com
- Mexican wrestler Dos Caras Junior announced over the weekend that he wont be going to the WWE after all & has re-signed with Mexican promotion EMLL for 4 more years. Caras had done several radio interviews in the fall, talking about his negotiations with WWE & why he thought coming to America was the right move for his career. When asked why he decided against WWE, he said he feels he's already a big star & didn't want to have to work way up from the bottom in WWE. A surprisingly smart man, right there!
- Former WWE & TNA superstar, "Wildcat" Chris Harris was a special guest on this past week's live edition of Monday Night Mayhem, hosted by The Big Mosh & Blade & you can read a full synopsis @ http://www.lordsofpain.net/news/wwe/244.html
- Buck Wild was trained @ Steve Keirn's School of Hard Knocks & wrestled in Florida for a short time, before heading to Japan for BattleArts. He's now back in Florida & back in training @ the FCW School for his shot @ a WWE Developmental Contract. His character's very unique & a must to see for all promoters & fans alike. Check it out @ http://www.floridawrestlingfans.com/video/introducing-buck-wild
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ARTIST "SONG" {ALBUM}
BRUCE DICKINSON "The ZOO" {ECW EXTREME MUSIC}
HARRY SLASH & RODERICK KOHN "BUZZSAW" {ECW THEMES PLUS}
AVENGED 7FOLD "WALK" {KERRANG HIGH VOLTAGE}
REY MYSTERIO JUNIOR "BOOYAKA 619" {ANTHOLOGY - WWE}
BUSTA RHYMES "THIS MEANS WAR" {E.L.E}
JIM JOHNSTON "COOL" {WWE THEMEADDICT: The MUSIC VOLUNE 6}
JIM JOHNSTON "WRESTLEMANIA 21 CARD" {ANTHOLOGY - PAY~PER~VIEW}
BRAND NEW SIN "CRANK IT UP" {WW WRECKLESS INTENT}
DALE OLIVER "TAKE OVER" {3rd DEGREE BURNS: The MUSIC of NWA-TNA WRESTLING}
MC 'MACHO MAN' RANDY SAVAGE "HIT The FLOOR" {BE a MAN}
TRADEMARC & JOHN CENA "BASIC THUGANOMICS" {WWE ORIGINALS}
DUDLEY BOYZ "WE'VE HAD ENOUGH" {WWE ORIGINALS}
NEW JACK "WHO Y'ALL COME To SEE?" {ANTHOLOGY - TNA}
The DONNAS "PLAY MY GAME" {ROLLERGIRLS ORIGINAL TELEVISION SOUNDTRACK}
MARC WILLIAMS & NICK HODGES "ADRENALINE RUSH" {3rd DEGREE BURNS: The MUSIC of NWA-TNA WRESTLING}
STEVE WHITE & RAVEN "WHAT ABOUT REMIX?" {ANTHOLOGY - REMIXES}
JIM JOHNSTON "UNGLUED" {WWE The MUSIC VOLUME 7}
JIM JOHNSTON "BUSHWHACKER BOOGIE" {ANTHOLOGY - WWF}
FILTHY ANIMALS 3rd "FILTHY" {ANTHOLOGY - WCW}
JIM JOHNSTON "UNSTOPPABLE" {WWE The MUSIC VOLUME 7}
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45 METALINGUS - ALTER BRIDGE {EDGE 2005, WWE}
~ 1 DAY REMAINS ~
44 WE'RE NOT GONNA TAKE IT - BIF NAKED
~ READY TO RUMBLE ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK ~
43 CLOSE YOUR EYES - WATERPROOF BLOND {CHRISTIAN 2005, WWE}
~ WWE THEMEADDICT: WWE The MUSIC VOLUME 6 ~
42 MIXY BOY - "HEARTBREAK KID" SHAWN MICHAELS, SENSATIONAL SHERRI & STEVE WHITE {Remix}
~ ANTHOLOGY - REMIXES ~
41 DON'T YOU WISH YOU WERE ME - CHRIS JERICHO
~ WWE ORIGINALS ~
40 WHAT? - STONECOLD STEVE AUSTIN, EMINEM & STEVE WHITE {Remix}
~ ANTHOLOGY - REMIXES ~
39 MORE HUMAN THAN HUMAN {MEET BAMBI IN THE KING'S HAREM MIX} - WHITE ZOMBIE {former NCW, FTW & CEW Wrestler Bad Boy Batty Bat}
~ SUPERSEXY SWINGIN' SOUNDS ~
38 AMERICAN MADE - HULK HOGAN
~ ANTHOLOGY - WCW ~
37 ST. ANGER - METALLICA {NVA, CEW~NCW, 2005}
~ ST. ANGER ~
36 TURN UP THE TROUBLE - KEN KENNEDY {WWE}
~ RAW 15TH ANNIVERSARY: The MUSIC ~
35 BASIC THUGAREMIX - STEVE WHITE, TRADEMARC & JOHN CENA {Remix}
~ ANTHOLOGY - REMIXES ~
34 SAVE A HORSE, RIDE A COWBOY - BIG & RICH {eWe "INFERNO"}
~ HORSE OF A DIFFERENT COLOUR ~
33 RUDE AWAKENING - "Ravishing" RICK RUDE {WWF, 1989}
~ ANTHOLOGY - WWF ~
32 O CANADA Rock Instrumental - TEAM CANADA {NWA-TNA, 2005}
~ ANTHOLOGY - TNA ~
31 THIS FIRE BURNS - KILLSWITCH ENGAGE {RAW's CM Punk}
~ WWE WRECKLESS INTENT ~
30 LOVE FURY PASSION ENERGY - BOY HITS CAR {LITA, 2001}
~ WWF FORCABLE ENTRY ~
29 END OF DAYS - FOZZY
~ FOZZY ~
28 MR. BANG BANG - CACTUS JACK {WCW, 1991}
~ SLAM JAM 1 ~
27 COME OUT & PLAY - The OFFSPRING {RAVEN, ECW}
~ SMASH ~
26 DON'T LET ME BE MISUNDERSTOOD - SANTA ESMERALDA {AS USED IN MY WRESTLING MURDER MYSTERY STORY "PAYDAY"}
~ KILL BILL VOLUME 1 ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK ~
25 I FOUGHT THE LAW - MARY'S DANISH {ALSO USED IN "PAYDAY"}
~ BUFFY the VAMPIRE SLAYER ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK ~
24 SCREAM QUEEN - STUCK MOJO {DAFFNEY, WCW (UNUSED)}
~ ANTHOLOGY - WCW ~
23 RAP IS CRAP - CURT HENNIG & The WEST TEXAS REDNECKS
~ WCW MAYHEM: The MUSIC ~
22 YOU MADE ME THE WAY I AM - MICHAEL "PURELY SEXY" HAYES & THE BADSTREET BAND
~ OFF THE STREETS ~
20 KICK OUT THE JAMS - MONSTER MAGNET {AXL ROTTEN, ECW, 1998}
~ ECW EXTREME MUSIC ~
19 HOWL @ THE MOON - KLAATU {SOME GUY ALMOST GOT HIMSELF IN MAJOR TROUBLE BY SNEAKING BACKSTAGE OF The ECW SHOW IN HAMILTON, ONTARIO A FEW YEARS AGO & ALMOST MADE IT OUT TO The RING, UNTIL CAUGHT RIGHT BY The ENTRANCE CURTAIN}
~ ENDANGERED SPECIES ~
18 The KINGS - RUN DMC
~ WWF AGGRESSION ~
17 PUT YOUR LIGHTS ON - SANTANA featuring EVERLAST {JUST PUTS ME IN MIND OF AN INTERESTING GIMMICK, WHERE A WRESTLER'S CONTROLLED BY EITHER AN ANGEL CHARACTER OR A MONSTER CHARACTER & IS A BABYFACE OR TARHEEL DEPENDING ON WHICH CONTROLS HIM}
~ SUPERNATURAL ~
16 DEVIL WENT DOWN TO GEORGIA - The CHARLEY DANIELS BAND {THEME OF "HARDCORE LEGEND" HORACE LEGACI, The HERO OF "PAYDAY"}
~ OUTLAWS of COUNTRY ~
15 CRACK The LIAR's SMILE - STAIN STH {NEXUS CEW}
~ HORROR WRESTLING ~
14 WRESTLEMANIA 7-9 - JIM JOHNSON
~ ANTHOLOGY - PPV ~
13 THIS MEANS WAR - BUSTA RHYMES {AS USED BY CEW-NCW, eWe, PWA & RPW WRESTLER JONNY CHAOS}
~ E.L.E ~
12 I AM {Phenomenal Remix} - "PHENOMENAL" AJ STYLES {NWA-TNA, 2005}
~ NWA-TNA 3rd DEGREE BURNS ~
11 FALLING AWAY FROM 13 - TAZZ, KORN & STEVE WHITE {REMIX}
~ ANTHOLOGY - REMIXES ~
10 ENTER SANDMAN - MOTORHEAD
~ ECW EXTREME MUSIC ~
#9 HIT ME BABY {1 More Time} - DWEEZIL & AHMET ZAPPA
~ READY TO RUMBLE ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK ~
ARTIST "SONG" {ALBUM}
TWISTED SISTER "OH COME ALL YE FAITHFUL" {a TWISTED CHRISTMAS}
BEDLIGHT for BLUE EYES "CHRISTMAS SONG" {TASTE of CHRISTMAS}
INTERVIEW "SEXXXY EDDY PART 1" {HTTP://WWW.MYSPACE.COM/SEXXXYEDDY}
WORD UP "GRINCHIN'" {HTTP://WWW.WWE.COM}
JILLIAN HALL "I'LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS" {a JINGLE WITH JILLIAN}
TNA TV "WHO's SUICIDE?" {HTTP://WWW.TNAWRESTLING.COM}
INTERVIEW "SEXXXY EDDY PART 2" {HTTP://WWW.MYSPACE.COM/SEXXXYEDDY}
'MACHO MAN' RANDY SAVAGE "SPEAKING FROM The HEART" {WWF SUPERSTARS: WRESTLEMANIA The ALBUM}
TWISTED SISTER "WHITE CHRISTMAS" {a TWISTED CHRISTMAS}
DIRT SHEET "SLAMMY WINNERS" {HTTP://WWW.WWE.COM}
JILLIAN HALL "ROCKIN' AROUND The CHRISTMAS TREE" {a JINGLE WITH JILLIAN}
INTERVIEW "SEXXXY EDDY PART 3" {HTTP://WWW.MYSPACE.COM/SEXXXYEDDY}
GATSBY's AMERICAN DREAM "SAINT NICHOLAS" {TASTE of CHRISTMAS}
MC 'MACHO MAN' RANDY SAVAGE "ARE YOU READY?" {BE a MAN}
TRADEMARC & JOHN CENA "The TIME's NOW" {YOU CAN'T SEE ME}
SANTINO's CASA "SANTINO CLAUS" {HTTP://WWW.WWE.COM}
TNA iMPACT! "KURT ANGLE & JEFF JARRETT" {HTTP://WWW.TNAWRESTLING.COM}
FROM 1st to LAST "CHRISTMASSACRE" {TASTE of CHRISTMAS}
BLACK HALOS "HOMELESS for CHRISTMAS" {TASTE of CHRISTMAS}
PLAIN WHITE T's "SEASON of a LIFETIME" {TASTE of CHRISTMAS}
Posted on Dec 19, 2008, 8:30 PM from IP address 134.153.20.97
ARTIST "SONG" {ALBUM}
KLAATU "HOWL @ The MOON" {ENDANGERED SPECIES}
PORK BELLY FUTURES "SWEET DADDY" {PORK BELLY FUTURES}
EVANESCENCE "TOURNIQUET / IMAGINARY" {FALLEN}
DIRT SHEET "THANKSGIVING" {HTTP://WWW.WWE.COM}
ALEXIS "GIRL FIGHT" {ANTHOLOGY - 709 WRESTLING}
TWISTED SISTER "WE'RE NOT GONNA TAKE IT" {WRESTLING ROCK: SONGS FROM The RING}
WORD UP "STALE" {HTTP://WWW.WWE.COM}
MC 'MACHO MAN' RANDY SAVAGE "TROUBLE" {BE a MAN}
LADY GASH "ULTIMATE WARRIOR" {ANTHOLOGY - REMIXES}
EXTREME WRESTLING COLLECTIVE "D-GENERATION X" {EXTREME WRESTLING ANTHEMS}
JIM JOHNSTON "NO MERCY 2002" {ANTHOLOGY - PPV}
DALE OLIVER "TEAM CANADA" {ANTHOLOGY - TNA}
'INSTANT CLASSIC' CHRISTIAN CAGE "TAKE OVER" {3rd DEGREE BURNS: The MUSIC of NWA-TNA WRESTLING}
TRADEMARC & JOHN CENA "MY TIME's NOW" {YOU CAN'T SEE ME}
The MAGNIFICENT TRACERS "KILLED BY DEATH" {WORLD of WRESTLING ROCKS}
MICHAEL 'PURELY SEXY' HAYES & The BADSTREET BAND "BLUE JEAN QUEEN" {OFF The STREETS}
DEFINITION FX "WE ARE NOW" {LIGHT SPEED COLLISION}
SANTIO's CASA "SLAMMYS" {HTTP://WWW.WWE.COM}
GO BETTY GO "RUNAWAY" {NOTHING's MORE}
Posted on Dec 8, 2008, 3:50 AM from IP address 134.153.20.97
PAY-PER-VIEW NEWS: Final Resolution, Survivor Series, Genesis & Armageddon
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- Prior to Sunday's TNA Final Resolution pay-per-view, the company was hyping that a former World champion & a former tag team partner of Mick Foley will be appearing on the show. That man ended up being Al Snow, who's not a former World champion himself, but did hold the WWE tag team titles once with the Hardcore Legend's alter ego, Mankind. Snow -- a longtime WWE employee -- was released from his contract when the company ceased all affiliations with Ohio Valley Wrestling, where he served as a trainer. Snow made his TNA debut by distracting Foley & helping Kurt Angle defeat Rhino. Also, Frankie Kazarian donned the Suicide outfit @ the pay-per-view. He entered the ring in a zipline, then cleared the ring of Alex Shelley & Chris Sabin, before leaving the ring to a nice pop. To read the full results of TNA's Final Resolution pay-per-view, go to http://www.lordsofpain.net/news/2008_/1228710963.php
- Regarding the Jeff Hardy "incident" on the day of the Survivor Series, a number of wrestlers out of the loop thought Hardy had overdosed -- @ least for a few hours, when the story 1st circulated, as they weren't initially made aware of it simply being an angle. Funniest. . . news. . . EVER!
- TNA has set up a mini-site for next month's pay-per-view, Genesis. You can reach the page @ http://www.tnawrestling.com/component/option,com_wrapper/Itemid,181/ which features TNA Executive Shareholder Mick Foley on the promotional poster. The event's scheduled to take place on Sunday, January 11th in Charlotte, North Carolina @ the Cricket Arena. As always, tickets are still available @ http://www.TicketMaster.com
-WWE's new '25th Anniversary of WrestleMania Calendar' includes a list of dates & locations for all of their 2009 PPV's. . .
Royal Rumble, January 25th @ the Joe Louis Arena in Detroit, Michigan. . . No Way Out, February 15th @ the Key Arena in Seattle, Washington. . . WrestleMania 25, April 5th @ the Reliant Stadium in Houston, Texas. . . Backlash, April 26th @ the Dunkin' Donuts Center in Providence, Rhode Island. . . Judgment Day, May 17th @ the Allstate Arena in Chicago, Illinois. . . 1 Night Stand, June 7th @ the New Orleans Arena in New Orleans, Louisiana. . . Night Of Champions, June 28th @ the ARCO Arena in Sacramento, California. . . Great American Bash, July 26th @ the Wachovia Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. . . Summerslam, August 23rd @ the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. . . Unforgiven, September 13th @ the Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec. . . No Mercy, October 4th @ the Mellon Arena in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. . . Cyber Sunday, October 25th @ the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, New Jersey. . . Survivor Series, November 22nd @ the Verizon Center in Washington, DC.
- As a result of Rey Mysterio Junior defeating RAW Tag Team co-champion Kofi Kingston & RAW Tag Team co-champion CM Punk defeating ECWWE's John Morrison Monday night on RAW, the finals of the RAW Intercontinental championship contender's tournament has been set. The match's scheduled to take place @ this Sunday's Armageddon pay-per-view. Speaking of which, the title track from the new Guns & Roses album "Chinese Democracy" is the official theme of Armageddon. WWE has a note on the partnership @ http://www.wwe.com/shows/armageddon/ You can join me, FanBoy Mark Jabroni, live @ Avalon Mall's Empire Theatres Studio 12 live this Sunday for WWE Armageddon, the pre-game show starts @ 8:30pm & the pay-per-view starting @ 9:30, but seats go quickly, so show up early to make sure you're sitting throughout the entire event! Great WWE prizes & contests, a bushel of fun & some great WWE action!
- As mentioned earlier, WWE has plans to release WWE Legends of WrestleMania, a video game based on legends & alumni who have appeared @ WrestleMania in the 1980s & 1990s. It'll be released in March 2009, to coincide with WrestleMania 25. An updated list of characters for the upcoming game has been released -- 35 in all. Hulk Hogan, Andre the Giant, The Rock, StoneCold Steve Austin, the UnderTaker, "Rowdy" Roddy Piper, 2016 WWE Hall of Famer "HeartBreak Kid" Shawn Michaels, "Nature Boy" Ric Flair, Bret "HitMan" Hart, Jerry "The King" Lawler, the Ultimate Warrior, "$1,000,000 Man" Ted DiBiase, Mister Perfect, Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake, Yokozuna, Haku, Jake "The Snake" Roberts, "Ravishing" Rick Rude, "British Bulldog" Davey Boy Smith, Bobby "The Brain" Heenan, Jim Ross, Sergeant Slaughter, Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat, "Mean" Gene Okerlund, the Honky Tonk Man, Earthquake, the Iron Sheik, the Legion of Doom, "Mouth of the South" Jimmy Hart, Gorilla Monsoon, Mister Fuji, Tito Santana, Joey Marella (as referee), Virgil & Howard Finkel. Perhaps the biggest omission from the game's that of "Macho Man" Randy Savage, who competed @ 8 WrestleMania in all & left the pay-per-view spectacular with the WWF Championship belt on 2 occasions. Another huge name that won't be featured in the game's Mick Foley, whose WWE contract expiration coincided with the deadline for characters to be featured in the video game. It was reported back in September that WWE Owner Vince McMahon made the decision to pull Mickles from the video game, as a result of their personal fallout. He also made the decision to ban Savage from the video game, for reasons unknown. The October 2008 issue of Power Slam had a note on the 2 legends' video game omissions in their "This Month In McMahon" column, which details the wacky behind-the-scenes exploits of the McMahons -- more specifically, Vinnie-Mac's unpredictable behaviour. September 3rd: Mick Foley & his agent announce that Foley has signed with TNA. The rumour backstage's that HHH's condescending treatment of Foley -- arising, allegedly, from Levesque's insecurity over the instrumental role their 1999-2000 matches played in making him a headliner -- is partly to blame for Foley's decision to leave. In retaliation, Vince pulls Foley from the upcoming Legends of WrestleMania videogame & furthermore, orders Randy Savage banned from the game as well -- rekindling decade-old rumours about some too-unpleasant-to-be-named scandal involving the McMahons & Savage in the 1990s. Could it be that the Macho Man was really a Randy Savage around Stephanie McMahon way back when? . . .
- Comcast on Demand has Royal Rumble matches (just the matches, not the entire pay-per-views) from 1988, 1989, 1990, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1996, 1997, 2000 & 2008 available for viewing, priced @ $1.99-2.99 US apiece. According to the event previews, they're apparently broadcast in HD.
- Earlier this year, there were rumours that boxing legend Oscar De La Hoya would be appearing @ WrestleMania 24, along with Floyd "Money" Mayweather. It turns out that boxing's Golden Boy didn't have to appear @ 'Mania to be on the biggest PPV event of the year. While WrestleMania drew roughly 1,100,000 PPV buys, last weekend's De La Hoya versus Manny Pacquiao fight topped it with 1,250,000 buys. The breakdown was 680,000 buys via cable & 570,000 via satellite. "When it's all counted up, it'll end up @ 1.35 or 1.4 million," Pacquiao's promoter Bob Arum stated.
Posted on Dec 15, 2008, 5:38 AM from IP address 134.153.20.97
- Smackdown Heavyweight Champion Edge's perhaps the most opportunistic superstar on the Smackdown roster. But in reality, Adam Copeland presents opportunities to those less fortunate. Edge made his return to Toronto last Wednesday to pack boxes @ the daily bread food bank. He also made his return to Live Audio Wrestling last Sunday to discuss this & other things, such as the release of his new DVD, taking time off from wrestling & his almost year-long program with The UnderTaker. The Rated-R Superstar was @ the food bank last week with WWE Diva Natalya Neidhart & WWE Hall of Famer Rocky Johnson to not only promote an upcoming WWE event in the city on December 22nd, but also to give back to the community that made him who he is today. "We're trying to raise awareness, especially this time of the year. You don't want to just say on the holiday season, because you want people to remember this all year through. They said they had 900,000 people in the GTA that came to the food bank throughout the year, so its helping people. Its pretty cool." Edge says that in the old days, it would ordinarily be unusual for the companys biggest heel to break character & contribute to a charitable event. But times change. "When our cameras are on, I'm the guy who's known to press your buttons. But its a different world now. I think people kind of understand that for the most part." The Conniving Canuck says that his role as a top heel in the wrestling business is to get fans emotionally involved. But for an event like this, hes sure they'll understand that theres a separation between his wrestling persona & the guy he is in real life. "I think people understand that we're going to do things like this & whether or not I'm a bad guy on TV, I'm still going to do things like this." Edge got some well-deserved time off @ the end of the summer. During the time, he says hes been trying to stay active & waiting for his opportunity to jump back into things in the WWE. "I have the nagging aches & pains that every 1 of our guys & girls have, but this 1 wasn't surgery related. It was really just to clear my mind. I surfed, I went hiking up in the mountains. My beard froze. It was so much fun & I needed it." The Rated-R Superstars program with The Dead Man's arguably a front-runner for feud of the year. He thinks it may be his best feud of all time. "I think my rivalry with Cena up until this 1 might have been my most heated rivalry, but the 1 with 'Taker, I think, has surpassed that. You're in there with a guy who has literally done it all & to main-event WrestleMania against UnderTaker with the championship on the line. Its something you'd think would never happen, but it did." The Smackdown Heavyweight champion also has a DVD coming out with highlights of his career. He got to choose most of the matches, but says it was hard to pick any that weren't already put on other DVDs. He enjoyed making it nonetheless. "Its neat to think back about my match with Owen Hart, because theres not a lot of guys on the roster that can say that they've had matches with Owen Hart. The 1 with Mister Perfect's also on there & it was only 4 minutes long, but for me, being such a Hennig fan, had to put it on there." Edge says that some of his greatest career highlights were teaming with "Instant Classic" Christian Cage. He couldn't exactly speculate on if Cage has signed with the WWE, but he'd love to work with him again. "It'd be great to have him back. I'd love to have him involved, just to be able to ride together & any time you can have your best friend with you, I'd definitely take that." To listen to this entire interview & others, please visit http://www.liveaudiowrestling.com For future interviews, be sure to tune into Live Audio Wrestling, which airs every Sunday night @ 11pm EST on Newstalk 1010 CFRB in Toronto, as well as Sirius 98 Hardcore Sports Radio, online @ http://www.liveaudiowrestling.com or on Rogers cable, channel 960. Listen Edge, shut up a second, so we can all check out what Natalya thought about her experience @ the food bank ~ http://slam.canoe.ca/Slam/Wrestling/2008/12/05/7647341.html
- RAW's Dave "The Animal" Batista's on the cover of the latest issue of Fighting Spirit. The headline reads "Batista -- 'I'm 39. . . Getting Injured Would Be A Life Sentence.'" The magazine features an interview with him & he speaks out on Chris Benoit. He's asked if the guys still talk about him & if so, how is he remembered. "Nobody's over the Benoit thing, not @ all. Nobody who loved or knew him or Nancy or Daniel will ever get over it. We talk about Chris all the time, but out of respect for what he accomplished as a wrestler dedicated to his craft -- the ultimate professional who mentored others. The guy that did all those horrible things wasn't the Chris we knew & loved. We didn't know that Chris, so maybe we're in denial. That's not the way I chose to remember Chris. I despise what he did, but I don't choose to remember him for the killings & negative stuff. He was 1 of the best people I ever knew, in terms of helping others, his accomplishments in the ring & that's how I chose to remember him. It still hurts & is still a tremendous loss for all of us. He left a real void in the business."
- Here's the complete list of winners for Monday night's WWE Slammy Awards: WWE Superstar of the Year (presented by Stephanie McMahon) Chris Jericho. . . DAMN! Moment of the Year (presented by Ron Simmons & Mickie James) The Great Khali's Kisscam. . . Match of the Year (presented by Ken Kennedy & Eve Torres) WWE Hall of Famer "Nature Boy" Ric Flair versus 2016 WWE Hall of Famer "HeartBreak Kid" Shawn Michaels @ WrestleMania 24 {accepted by Michaels}. . . OMG Moment of the Year (presented by Joey Styles & Alicia Fox) CM Punk cashing in his Money in the Bank #1 Contendership to win the RAW Heavyweight championship. . . Diva of the Year (presented by Melina Perez & Theodore R. Long) "Glamazon" Beth Phoenix. . . Couple of the Year (presented by Kane & Kelly Kelly) Smackdown Heavyweight champion Edge & General Manager Vickie Guerrero. . . Most Extreme Moment (presented by ECWWE Heavyweight champion Matt Hardy & Tiffany) Jeff Hardy's 'Swanton' Arching Centon Bomb off the RAW scaffolding onto "Legend Killer" Randy Orton. . . Best Finishing Move (presented by Candice Michelle Beckman & Cryme Time's JTG & Shad Gaspard) ECWWE's Evan Bourne's 'Air Bourne' Shooting Star Press. . . Tag Team of the Year (presented by Maria Kanellis & Festus Dalton) ECWWE's Altered Reality {John Morrison & Mike "The Miz" Mizanin}. . . Best Impersonator Charlie Haas as Beth Phoenix. . . Best Announce Team ECWWE's Matt Striker & Todd Grisham. . . Best Musical Performance "R-Truth" Ron Killings. . . Best http://www.WWE.com Original The Dirt Sheet. . . Breakout Star of the Year Smackdown's Vladimir Kozlov
- RAW Heavyweight Champion John Cena was in New York City Tuesday night for the movie premiere of "The Day the Earth Stood Still", which opens today. The 20th Century Fox sci-fi thriller stars Keanu Reeves & Will Smith's son. http://www.AceShowbiz.com reports that WWE recently forged a partnership with 20th Century Fox, which will distribute several upcoming WWE Studios projects, including Cena's "12 Rounds" movie, that opens just before WrestleMania 25 on March 27th, 2009.
- Regarding the recent firing of "Doctor of Desire" Bruce Prichard, it was ultimately as a result of a behavioral incident on the road. ECW Owner Stephanie McMahon made the call to let him go, which WWE Owner Vince McMahon didn't overrule. Prichard's firing wasn't as a result of cost-cutting deal or a drug issue, although some in creative believe they're better off without Prichard, because he was always trying to nix pre-taped segments so he'd have less work to do. A number of people believe he'll be brought back to the company @ some point, but with less power & no involvement with creative.
- There was a major backstage altercation that took place between former ECW announcer Joey Styles & former Smackdown Heavyweight Champion John Brad$haw Layfield while WWE was overseas in Iraq over the weekend. JBL's known for being a lockerroom bully & he was giving it to Styles all week. Over the weekend, Joey'd had enough & got in Layfield's face. Several WWE employees jumped in to break it up & Brad$haw, who'd been drinking, broke free. He then charged @ Styles, who punched him right in the face & knocked him down. JBL ended up with a black eye & a cut under his eye, which were somewhat visible on Monday's RAW. JBL wore heavy make-up during the broadcast & tilted his cowboy hat down a bit, to conceal his face. Apparently, there were a number of different things that JBL did to Joey during the course of the Iraq tour, all of which would've set a normal person off. Some of JBL's hazing was verbal & some was physical. At last night's RAW tapings, JBL was unusually quiet, while Styles tried to play down the incident & didn't want to talk about it. While some companies would fire an employee for an incident like this, there are actually some people within the company that feel Joey standing up for himself might actually score him some points with the McMahonopolizer. In a related note, there's an unwritten rule among WWE superstars that anybody who falls asleep on the airplane en route to an overseas tour's subject to pranks. It was reported last week that WWE ring announcer Lillian Garcia fell asleep on the way to Iraq & JBL dumped a bucket of ice on her. John Brad$haw Layfield has a new blog entry on the WWE Universe site, but doesn't bring up the incident with Joey Styles. Instead, JBL says he'll send people his Layfield Energy product for free, because he believes it'll change their lives. @ 1 point, he weighed 330 pounds. "I got up 1 morning after that, weighing 330 pounds & realized I needed to do something, because I didn't like the way I looked or how I felt. So I took the product I developed; Layfields Energy-Plus No Pain & Focus, went across the street to do cardio @ my local gym here in NYC. For the 1st time since I could remember, I felt good, I didn't hurt and I had energy. I repeated the process the next day. Same thing happened. After about 6 months, when I finally weighed in below 250 pounds, I realized I was on to something. My concoction of Layfield Energy was, in my opinion, the fountain of youth." Layfield has lost 100 pounds & he plans on doing a photo session later this month documenting his weight loss. "I want you to try it too. I'm so convinced it'll make your life better, that I'll send you some for free. That's how much I believe in this product. I'll send it to you for FREE! Go to http://www.layfieldenergy.com & check it out now. I can tell you from personal experience, a better life's to be had for those who try Layfield's Energy." Check out his whole blog @ http://fans.wwe.com/jbl/blog/2008/12/10/jbl_blog_dec_10_2008
- Mike Mooneyham has an interview with ECWWE Heavyweight Champion Matt Hardy Sunday. He believes brother Jeff will soon receive a title run. "I think WWE will pull the trigger on him. I hope they do, because it's something he totally deserves. He's sacrificed his body & everything he has for the professional wrestling/sports entertainment business through WWE. I think it'll happen sooner rather than later. Jeff has really grown up & matured a lot inside." Matt also said he has no worries for his brother. "I think these days, Jeff gets a bad rap for some of these things, because Jeff's really good & he's in a great place in his life. There was a time, if you go back to 2003, had you asked me if I was worried about Jeff, I'd have told you that I really was worried about Jeff. Now I have 0 worries about him." Matt also said he's not worry when Jeff takes high risks in the ring. "It's no big deal for him to take some kind of huge risk & he really doesn't worry about the consequences. Sometimes in life, that's how it is. It's hard for him to live in a system, to a degree. But Jeff's actually doing real well right now." He also commented on his former girlfriend Amy "Lita" Dumas, saying they maintain an amicable relationship. "She's doing okay. I talk to her every so often. We're friendly & get along. It's all good. You can't sit back & hold on to something forever. It's bad on you. It's going to affect you going forward." To read the whole thing, head on over to http://www.charleston.net/news/2008/dec/07/mooneyham/
- WWE released a new book this past Tuesday, called Showdowns: The 20 Greatest Wrestling Rivalries of the Last 2 Decades As the title says, the book looks @ the greatest wrestling rivalries from the last 20 years. Among the rivalries profiled include Rock versus StoneCold Steve Austin, Hulk Hogan versus "Macho Man" Randy Savage, the Monday Night Wars & Austin versus WWE Owner Vince McMahon. To read the official description of the book & see the cover, check out http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1416591737
- WWE legend Howard Finkel has the following to say about his premiere blog on WWE Universe: "Well as promised, our 1st guest for my new live blog has been confirmed! I'm delighted to announce that WWE Legend "$1,000,000 Man" Ted DiBiase will enter "The Finkel Factor". It debuts on Thursday, December 18th, taking place from 7-8 PM EST. Changing a familiar phrase around a tad, I'd believe that "everybody has a question for the $1,000,000 Man" & you'll have the opportunity to do just that with 1 of the all-time greats in less than 2 weeks' time. Please join us." Check it out @ http://fans.wwe.com/howardfinkel/blog/2008/12/06/first_guest_confirmed_for_the_factor
- Harry Smith & TJ Wilson will make their debut on Smackdown as a tag team soon. Owner Vince McMahon decided to bring Smith up to the main roster 2 months ago while on a flight coming back from a terrible RAW show & he looked @ a roster sheet & noticed his name. He went off on the creative team for having a "Pedigree kid" working in development. He was said to be upset with the creative team for wasting young talent or being jobbed out.
- Former Smackdown Tag Team co-Champion Zack Ryder has a blog, talking about a certain fan sign appearing during his match on SmackDown last week. He also asks people to buy their very own Zack Ryder action figure for the holidays. Check that out @ http://fans.wwe.com/zackryder/blog/2008/12/08/woo_wooo_wooo_you_know_it
- WWE's signing of Travis Tomko isn't related to the return of "Instant Classic" Christian Cage. TNA offered Cage what's said to be a good offer & he hasn't accepted it yet. The general feeling within TNA's that there's less than a 50% chance of him staying. WWE officials haven't received confirmation that he's returning, but are under the assumption he's coming back. There has been talks of a possible Edge/Christian/Tomko group, though.
- To update Rey Mysterio Junior's WWE contract status, both sides are still negotiating. WWE wants to lock up Rey-Rey for 5 years, while Mysterio would prefer a 3 year deal.
- As reported recently, RAW wrestler Ted DiBiase Junior has been filming scenes for WWE's next straight-to-DVD movie, The Marine 2. The film's scheduled to be released sometime in 2010. WWE CEO Linda McMahon said @ Wednesday's UBS Conference in New York City, that filming's taking place in Thailand. McMahon didn't say when DiBiase will return to television after filming has completed. Lindo-Mac also noted the 1st Marine movie, starring John Cena, as the company's most successful film to date. No word yet as to how long her nose grew to become after that whopper! You can listen to the conference @ http://events.streamx.us/US/Event/PresentationList.aspx?id=65&rid=145089&s=633645169693831755
- For people wondering about Montell Vontavius Porter's losing streak (now @ 19 consecutive losses on television), he was told it was being done because the company's mad about giving guys such as Brock Lesnar & Bobby Lashley huge pushes, only to see them leave. The word going around's that they're doing this to MVP now, not as a booking reprisal, but as a way to make sure he's willing to stick out for the long haul. Porter feels this is the real reason for the losing streak, apparently not realizing every1 else they're high on & grooming for the future, also don't have losing streak storylines. Well I, for 1, hope he sticks it out for the long run, because I find him to be 1 helluva entertaining wrestler!
- "All-American American" Jack Swagger's getting strong reviews for his work @ house show events. When he was in developmental, WWE Hall of Famer "American Dream" Dusty Rhodes singled out Swagger as the 1 with the most potential.
- The Military News Network posted a 7-minute video on YouTube, showing the WWE's arrival in Baghdad & some "sight-seeing" WWE Superstars did while spending a few days there in Iraq, before taping the 6th annual Tribute to the Troops show. Superstars such as RAW's Dave "The Animal" Batista, Shad Gaspard & JTG, CM Punk, Rey Mysterio Junior & Chris Jericho, Smackdown's Big Show, ECWWE's Mike "The Miz" Mizanin & John Morrison & of course WWE Owner Vince McMahon, while others also made the trip. Several WWE Divas also joined in to bring the extra smile to the mostly-male military personnel. It's quite an interesting video, which you can see @ http://www.wrestling-online.com/news/News_9/MNN_Tribute_video.shtml
- Ron Simmons was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame during a dinner & induction ceremony Tuesday night in New York City. "It really hasn't sunk in yet. This is a tremendous privilege & honour. I was recruited hard by all the Georgia schools & grew up in South Georgia & they all told me I was going to an all-girls' school without much tradition @ Florida State. We proved a lot of people wrong & it was a fantastic experience playing for coach Bobby Bowden." Simmons' Florida State number #50 was retired in a ceremony in 1988.
- An anonymous person who recently worked inside WWE's writers room as an intern assistant & got to sit in during a few creative team meetings, had some things to say regarding his experience observing the McMahons -- Vince, Stephanie & Shane -- @ work. On Nipple H: "The woman's so passionate & hard-working I have no idea how she keeps up. Despite all the pressures of alive production & constantly having to deal with mega egos from her male counterparts, 1 thing that always stood out about her was that she always remained down to Earth & approachable. In production meetings, numerous writers would pitch ideas. It was her job to decipher what would go to Vince, he'd have the final say & often make several changes in the end. Not all ideas were great. Some were downright ridiculous. What most impressed me about Stephanie was that if there was something or somebody she truly believed in, she really stuck to her guns. That didn't always rub people the right way. Seemed every1 always had their own agenda & every1 always seemed to think they knew what was best for the company. Her job's to play the bad cop & decide which direction to go. I truly believe her decisions were based solely on making the WWE a better product, within the realm of pleasing family-friendly advertising giants, as well as wrestling fans, always pushing for cutting edge material." On Vinnie-Mac: "He, like Stephanie, is very passionate & hard-working, but unlike Stephanie, he's very neurotic & intense. Not saying this is a bad thing. It's his company, but he does demand respect." On Shano-Mac: "He never seemed to grasp the big picture from a creative standpoint & always seemed more self-preserving in his ideas & thoughts." The intern also described the WCW Owner as a "polished ego-stroker" who likes to think of himself as "1 of the boys" The intern said Shane's always pushing ideas for Dave "The Animal" Batista, while Stepho-Mac was always trying to come up with ideas for the younger performers.
- The Winnipeg Sun has an interview with SmackDown wrestler Ken Kennedy Saturday & he told them he's grown tired of being labeled injury-plagued. "People say I'm snakebit, I'm plagued by injuries. It's the nature of our business. Injuries happen. It was a freak injury for me. {Dave "The Animal"} Batista clotheslined me & I injured my triceps when I hit the mat." Kennedy then points out other WWE stars who've spent time on the shelf due to injuries like him. "If you look @ Rey Mysterio Junior, The Undertaker. He's out once a year, HHH, John Cena. He was out twice in the last year. It's frustrating for me. I'm not as accomplished as those guys. They accomplished a lot more before they got injured. I hope I don't get a moniker attached to the end of my name." Kennedy's expected to be able to return to the ring on February 28th, but. . . "I may be back sooner than you think. Besides relaxing & spending time with my wife & my dog, I've been playing lots of games -- Wii, Xbox 360 & on the computer. I'm a nerd, a geek. I love Warcraft. I've crossed into super geekdom. I just beat Gears of Wars 2. I played 130 hours of Zelda when it came out." Check it out @ http://www.winnipegsun.com/Sports/OtherSports/2008/12/06/7652086-sun.html
- After WWE television shows were temporarily halted on German TV, Premiere released a statement Saturday saying that they finally reached an agreement with WWE to resume the popular shows on its channel. The pay-TV broadcaster signed a new 2-year deal, which will have better WWE action than ever before. All 14 pay-per-views will be shown live & all the other shows --
RAW, ECWWE, Experience & Afterburn -- won't be on a week delay, but rather will broadcast current, just like in the United Kingdom. Premiere TV wanted the full 2-hour version of RAW, rather than the 1-hour International version, which WWE didn't agree to & it led to more negotiations, with the broadcaster even pulling the shows temporarily from the schedule as some sort of leverage. However, WWE still didn't give them the 2 hours of RAW they wanted, but decided to offer them up-to-date shows in return. Premiere sports-executive Roman Steuer said that the company's pleased to continue their partnership with WWE. "Premiere's still the #1 Wrestling broadcaster in Germany," he concluded.
- WWE's signed yet another 2nd-generation wrestler. They've signed Dakota Darsow, 21, to a developmental contract, who's the son of Barry Darsow (aka Demolition Smash, Krusher Darsow, Krusher Khruschev, Repo Man, Blacktop Bully, Barry "Hole in 1" Darsow) He took part in a week-long tryout with WWE a few months ago, but only recently signed a contract. He's profiled in the latest issue of The Wrestler/Inside Wrestling & said he was still hoping to land a deal with WWE. Darsow reported to Florida Championship Wrestling this past week. Unlike certain 2nd-generation signings, Dakota has prior wrestling experience, as he started wrestling in the Midwest about a year ago. But quite like other WWE developmental talents, he has a strong build, various tribal tattoos & a short haircut.
- "Innovator of Violence" Tommy Dreamer has a blog on the WWE Universe site answering the fans' top 10 most asked questions. Dreamer's asked if he watches TNA, with the ECWWE Superstar actually proclaiming himself a loyal TNA viewer, as he watches their show every week. "I do every week. I really am impressed with the way Rhino & Team 3D have (sic) stepped up their already-impressive game." Dreamer then pokes fun @ Brother Ray's weight. "Brother Ray seems to even have lost some weight. A Christmas miracle. An angel has gotten their wings." He's also asked why he loses all the time, "especially to guys who suck." Dreamer said, "Well, just like in life, every time you get knocked down, it's most important to brush yourself off & get up & fight back." Dreamer's also asked where Colin Delaney & the ECW Originals are. He still keeps in touch with them, usually via text-messaging. "I do keep in touch with them, usually through texts. For some reason or another, all are no longer in WWE. They're all doing well & miss their fans."
- WWE has signed Michael Hutter to a developmental contract. He was in Ohio Valley Wrestling sometime last year, but had to return to his home in Ohio after tearing his ACL. Hutter will be moving to Florida. You can see his photo & all the proof you need as to why WWE's signed him @ http://flickr.com/photos/aaronsalo/2910836314/
- Eugene Snisky -- better known to WWE fans merely as Snitsky -- has been released from the company effective yesterday. http://www.WWE.COM confirmed the news in a short message posted on the website wishing him "the best in all future endeavours." Snitsky joined WWE in 2003 & was sent to Ohio Valley Wrestling before being brought back to the RAW roster & making his TV debut in late 2004. In 2007, he was moved to ECWWE & in June of that same year, was drafted back to RAW, where he remained until he was released. Well, I guess Owner Vince McMahon wasn't that high on him anymore, huh? . . .
Posted on Dec 15, 2008, 5:42 AM from IP address 134.153.20.97
- The Windsor Star has an interview with Kevin Nash. "It's getting to the point now where physically, I'm getting more beat up. I've got a couple discs in my neck that are bulged & I've gotta get fixed. When I don't think I can bring anything to the program, I'll definitely step aside." Nash also brought up his concerns regarding the state of the economy, feeling it will have an effect on the wrestling business. "I think we're in better shape than the automobile industry. I just think that we're a microcosm of the rest of the economy. The economy's horrible worldwide & the wrestling business is going to definitely show that." When he feels he can't "go" anymore in the ring, Nash hopes to be involved in TV or film projects. "I'd love to do a TV series. I'd love to do film roles, but, because of the economy, everything's being cut back. It cuts back possibilities." Check out the whole article @ http://www.canada.com/windsorstar/news/thescene/story.html?id=269bf189-2ad7-41ef-8a5c-505d5571abd3
- Despite lackluster sales for the TNA iMPACT! video game, Midway recently announced plans to release a sequel to the game sometime in 2009. That's of course if the company can survive through 2009. Midway's going through some major financial problems @ the moment, as they have $240,000,000 US in outstanding debt {Sacre bleu!!} & $167,500,000 in total assets {Madre dias!!} Additionally, this is before what are expected to be heavy losses this quarter {aye carumba!!} Some people believe the company won't last through February of 2009.
- Kurt Angle has told friends that he's seriously considering a WWE return when his contract expires next fall. He's said if he had to make a decision now, he'd leave TNA & sign with WWE. Angle's been vocal with his frustration with the creative direction of the company & doesn't have faith in Jeff Jarrett leading. Despite his bad exit, WWE would welcome back the Olympic Hero. If he were to return to the company, he'd work a light schedule, similar to 2016 WWE Hall o fFamer "HeartBreak Kid" Shawn Michaels & the UnderTaker.
- TNA Wrestling has launched an all-new UK-only website @ http://www.uktna.co.uk The website's mainly to offer news for upcoming tours in the United Kingdom & information about their television shows, which air in the region. The company will soon go on their biggest UK tour in January, performing in arenas that usually WWE book, including Wembley Arena, NIA Arena, MEN Arena & others.
- TNA has announced that a tournament will take place to fill the vacancy in the held-up X-Division championship. The entire 1st round was taped this week, with the 1st two matches having aired on this week's iMPACT! & the next 2 matches taking place on the December 18th edition. The tournament finals will take place @ the Genesis PPV next month in Charlotte, North Carolina. The 1st round matches will feature: "Showtime" Eric Young versus Sheik Abdul Bashir. . . Alex Shelley versus "Black Machismo" Jay Lethal. . . Chris Sabin versus "Guru" Sonjay Dutt. . . Consequences Creed versus Akira Raijin (a former AJPW star)
- According to the latest issue of Power Slam, TNA has plans for "Blueprint" Matt Morgan to eventually turn heel on Abyss. He'll then be repackaged with a narcissist gimmick. So that would be why reminds me of Mark Jindrak!!
- For anybody interested, last Thursday's edition of iMPACT! featured a total of 22 minutes & 10 seconds of total wrestling action. So much for living up to the company's name, I guess. . .
- According to a news post on the their website, TNA has plans to run video packages on British wrestler Nick Aldis within the next few weeks.
- Newfoundland TNA fans!! Tired of not being able to see pay-per-views @ a local establishment? Same here! So that's why I've set up a MySpace page to help get our message across! As per instructions on http://www.tnawrestling.com, if fans want to promote TNA in their local area, they can set up a "TNA U" page on MySpace & get other fans from their area to pitch in to help get the word out locally about the great wrestling action of Total NonStop Action! So if you wanna get TNA Wrestling pay-per-views into local bars around St. John's, or even have a dream of even the slimmest chance @ getting a house show here in the unforeseeable future, then add http://www.myspace.com/tnanewf as a friend & pledge your support!
Posted on Dec 15, 2008, 5:45 AM from IP address 134.153.20.97
- Shimmer Wrestling has a FREE download available right now, which is roughly 17 minutes in length & is a perfect introduction to the kind of action that can be seen in SHIMMER Women Athletes! The download features 4 music videos (in succession) which have been produced by Nick Andrews, highlighting the female wrestlers that compete inside the SHIMMER ring. The women featured in the clips, which comprise this 17 minute FREE download, are: Alicia. . . Amazing Kong {TNA Knockout champion Awesome Kong}. . . "The Jezebel" Eden Black. . . "Girl Dynamite" Jennifer Blake. . . "The Croatian Panther" Wesna Busic. . . Cheerleader Melissa {Raisha Saeed in TNA}. . . Allison Danger. . . Danyah. . . Serena Deeb. . . Sara Del Rey. . . Lexie Fyfe. . . Daffney. . . Daizee Haze. . . Malia Hosaka. . . Jetta. . . Josie. . . Rebecca Knox. . . Lacey. . . Ashley Lane. . . Lorelei Lee. . . LuFisto. . . "The Latina Sensation" Mercedes Martinez. . . Nicole Matthews. . . MsChif. . . Nattie Neidhart {Natalya in WWE}. . . Nevaeh. . . Nikita {Katie Lea Burchill in WWE}. . . Amber O'Neal. . . Portia Perez. . . "Glamazon" Beth Phoenix {WWE RAW's Women's champion}. . . Portuguese Princess Ariel. . . Cat Power. . . Rain. . . Tiana Ringer. . . Cindy Rogers. . . Nikki Roxx {Roxxi Laveaux in TNA}. . . "Dark Angel" Sarah Stock. . . Shantelle Taylor {Taylor Wilde in TNA}. . . Shark Girl. . . Alexa Thatcher. . . Krissy Vaine! Visit the following link to download the SHIMMER Compilation video ~ http://www.sendspace.com/file/rtuftq The file's 131 MB in size, for optimum playback on your computer. Help spread the word about this FREE download to other wrestling fans, who may not be familiar with SHIMMER! Consider it done, ladies!
- On a somewhat-related note, the part of Governor Sarah Palin was played by former WCW star Daffney. She appeared in TNA earlier this year, during 1 of Awesome Kong's open challenges. HA, nice! 1 of my favourites was making an appearance on my TV & I never even knew it was her!
- The latest edition of TNA's Spin Cycle has the Knockouts talking about The Main Event Mafia versus The Frontline, the holiday season, HD-TV & more. This week's panel includes Christy Hemme, Rhaka Khan, ODB & SoCal Val, with a special guest appearance by Executive Shareholder Mick Foley. You can see the latest episode @ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SYwKz8Ou5r8
- Former WWE Diva Trish Stratus announced on her WWE Universe blog ~ http://fans.wwe.com/trishstratus/blog/2008/12/10/lets_see_how_powerful_the_stratusphere_and_the_wwe_universe_really_is ~ that she's hosting a Christmas party Wednesday, December 17th @ her Yoga studio outside of Toronto, Ontario. "By the way, you're all invited to my holiday party @ my yoga studio. If you happen to be up this way in. . . Canada. . . Ontario. . . Vaughan. . . my Stratusphere. . . let me know. I'll have to get more finger foods." Trish's also doing a holiday fundraiser later that night @ her yoga studio. Anybody who makes a donation to the Heart & Stroke Foundation will receive a free yoga class.
- The talk backstage among several talents within the past 24 hours is that former WWE Women's Champion Victoria's planning to retire soon & depart from the company as a performer. There was a rumour going around over Survivor Series weekend that Victoria had given notice to management, but it couldn't be confirmed. The SmackDown Diva has a new blog on her MySpace page. She comments on the recent passing of former WWE developmental wrestler Steve Bradley, who she often valeted during her own time in WWE's developmental system in Memphis Championship Wrestling. "I did hear some disturbing news today, which has me very introspective. A wrestler that I worked with when I was in Memphis Championship Wrestling passed away. He wrestled as Steve Bradley. I was his valet for most of my time in Memphis. He was only 32. As I mentioned in a previous blog, it's easy to lose touch with people in this industry. I went to Louisville, to work with Ohio Valley Wrestling. He went to Cincinnati to work with HWA. I can't sum up what kind of person Steve Bradley was in a paragraph or 2. But he was good people, who went on to battle personal demons & without having details on his passing, I can only assume that with that history, that when some1 passes @ 32, that in some way this contributed to his death." She also talks about the worsening economy. You can read her latest blog @ http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendID=117278735&blogID=454098700
- Smackdown Divas champion Michelle McCool, Eve Torres & Maryse Ouellet are featured in a pictorial in the January 2009 issue of Muscle & Fitness Magazine, which is on newsstands now. A small interview goes along with the stunning photos as well. But who cares for the interview, we have all 10 photos for you to see @ http://www.wrestling-online.com/news/News_9/Divas_MF_Mag.shtml The Divas Champion also has a new blog on the WWE Universe site. Once again, she makes note of people saying & writing negative things about her. Check that out @ http://fans.wwe.com/michellemccool/blog/2008/12/08/its_the_most_wonderful_time_of_the_year
- WWE's television production crew are under strict orders to not show full body shots of ECW Owner Stephanie McMahon during her television appearances. Stephanie's said to be self-conscious about her pregnancy weight, which she's still having trouble losing. Her 2nd pregnancy was never mentioned on television & she doesn't want to come across as if she's putting on weight. Since returning to television over a month ago, Nipple H still has yet to come down ringside, let alone wear a non-black slimming outfit. Not that I mind, of course! . . . Giggidy!
- Since her departure from World Wrestling Entertainment this past spring, TNA's Jeff Jarrett has pitched ideas to Torrie Wilson in hopes of getting the 2-time Playboy cover girl to join Total NonStop Action Wrestling. On the prospect of working with TNA, Wilson said in a recent interview, "never say never." Torrie said she likes Jeff, but @ the moment, she wants to focus on her clothing store in Texas, which's doing very well right now. Wilson also said good friend Gail Kim (when she was still in the organization) tried to persuade her to join TNA. Hey, she could have a Playboy Bunny Brawl with Christy Hemme -- wardrobe malfunctions will indeed abound!
- TNA Knockout ODB appeared on the Who's Slamming Who podcast ~ http://whosslammingwho.podomatic.com ~ this past Monday. She was asked about Gail Kim leaving TNA for WWE. 'Oh is she going over there?' & I'm like 'I don't know' & then she made the choice to go over there & good for her, she has to. You know, it's about making money in this business too & she's been in both places & ya know, she's gotta think about her future now. I think she'll do good over there, she'll fit right in & she's a Knockout in her heart, but I guess she'll be a Diva for a little bit." ODB was also asked to choose which 3 WWE Divas she'd bring to TNA if she could. ODB said "Glamazon" Beth Phoenix & Natalya Neidhart. She also said she would bring back Gail Kim. In other 1 Dirty Bitch news, the TNA Knockout has a somewhat in-character blog on her MySpace account. "So speaking of my flask & Christmas, have I got something special for all of you!!! That's right, don't say I never did anything nice for ya & the next time you see me @ the bar, buy me a beer. So what am I doing that's so amazing? I'm answering the multiple requests I have been getting from all of you. I'm gonna be selling my flasks & my ring-worn panties. . . calm down kids & take a cold shower. . . I'm also going to be selling my 8x10s. So how is this gonna work. . . Well, the event-used flasks are gonna be $25 & of course signed by me. The panties ( also event-used) are going for $50. Finally, the 8x10s are going to be $10. All the items will be signed by me, your favorite TNA knockout. If you want something made out to some1, it's going to cost ya $5 extra. Talk about a steal!!!" Interested parties can take their hands out of their pants & shoot her an e-mail. For ordering information, go to http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendID=193825875&blogID=453838028
- http://www.Defenselink.mi has a story on a serviceman running into WWE Diva Kelly Kelly during the company's tour of Iraq last year. When K2 was in high school in Jacksonville, Florida, the serviceman tried to recruit her into the Armed Forces. "I remember trying to talk her into joining the Guard or reserves for extra money while she was in college. I never imagined her as a wrestler; she was a cheerleader & worked as a waitress back home. I found out she was 1 of the Divas coming & hoped I'd get the chance to see her." Read all about it @ http://www.defenselink.mil/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=52226
- SmackDown Diva Maryse Ouellet has a blog asking fans what they think of her new finishing maneuver, a heel kick, which she's calling the "French tk0"(although properly spelled as "French TKO") Maryse wrote in her trademark broken English: "I would love to hear what my fans think of my new move (french tk0). . . remember that kick that Beth Phoenix got behind the head @ Survivor Series, yes it was me performing my amazing kick! I can't wait to face Michelle McCool & give her a taste of my French tk0. . . stay tuned."
- Former WWE Diva Debra Marshall, 48, has a starring role in the upcoming film Gathering of Heroes: Legend of the 7 Swords, which's slated to be released sometime next year. Debra plays the character Reina & she has dyed her hair brown for the role. To read the plot summary for the movie, check out http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1329350/plotsummary
- SHIMMER Champion "Your Soul's Tormentor" MsChif was hospitalized from Friday through Tuesday evening with a leg infection, causing her to be unable to compete on the Ring of Honor events last Friday in St. Louis & Saturday in Nashville. MsChif's expected to be out of the ring for the next few weeks, as she makes her full recovery. You can post your well wishes for the champ at her forum. . . http://www.mschif.net/forums/ Though the scheduled SHIMMER Title Match between MsChif & Daizee Haze in St. Louis was cancelled, the SHIMMER women were in action in Nashville as part of a 4 Corner Survival contest pitting Daizee versus Sara Del Rey versus Ashley Lane versus Serena Deeb. In the closing moments of the contest, Serena went for the spear on Del Rey, but she was able to sidestep Serena, causing Ashley to take the spear full force. Serena had the match won @ that point, but Sara broke up the pin, pitched Serena out of the ring & followed up with the 'Royal Butterfly' Suplexing Butterfly Lock on the weakened Lane for the pin. The match will appear on the ROH DVD release of the event in the next several weeks.
- LuFisto has released Volumes 3 & 4 of her series of Best of LuFisto DVDs. For details, visit http://lufisto.k5grafix.com/LuFi-Shop/index.html Holy Quebecois hardcore woman wrestlers, I didn't even know that there were Volumes 1 & 2!!
- If you'd told them that they'd be interviewing Tabitha from Bewitched on a pro wrestling show, then the guys of the Interactive Interview'd probably have called you a liar. But, ever since her performance on Celebrity Championship Wrestling, they welcomed her to the show proudly, as she showed pro wrestling the courtesy & respect it deserved. Now, for the 1st time ever, hear Erin Murphy respond to their controversial Frank Stallone interview {as she tuned in & heard it for herself} & also hear her rebuttal towards his moderately-negative remarks towards him. There's some stiff shots thrown outside of the CCW ring & on the Epicenter newsmaker line this week, folks! This is a fun 1 to tune into. So, do so & be sure & check out http://www.WrestlingEpicenter.com to talk to Bonnie & Richie Steamboat, ask questions for Butterbean, Bunkhouse Buck, Midajah & other upcoming guests & support the site any way you can! They offer this all for free & all they've ever asked is for you support them so they can keep doing what they love to do! To listen, go to http://www.wrestlingepicenter.com Yuo can also check out a synopsis @ http://www.lordsofpain.net/news/2008_/1228758080.php
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- Dont miss Darren Aronofskys critically-acclaimed The Wrestler, starring Mickey Rourke, Marisa Tomei & Evan Rachel Wood. Coming soon to a theatre near you. View the trailer ~ http://www.apple.com/trailers/fox_searchlight/thewrestler/ & for the official website, go to http://www.foxsearchlight.com/thewrestler/ "Witness the resurrection of Mickey Rourke in Darren Aronofskys deeply-affecting film."David Ansen Newsweek. . . Owen Gleiberman, Entertainment Weekly. . . "A career-capper for Rourke & its virtually impossible to imagine any1 else playing the role." Will Leitch, New York Magazine. . . "An amazing tour-de-force by Rourke." Patrick Goldstein, LA Times. Featuring great wrestling stars such as Ernest "The Cat" Miller, The Necro Butcher, Ron "The Truth" Killings, Romeo Roselli, Luscious Johnny Valiant, Nigel McGuinness, Tommy Suede, Sumo star Manny Yarbrough & many more stars from Ring of Honor, Jersey All-Pro Wrestling, Combat Zone Wrestling, World Xtreme Wrestling & other top independents.
- Darren Aronofsky, director of The Wrestler, told The Tufts Daily that WWE Hall of Famer "Rowdy" Roddy Piper broke down crying in actor Mickey Rourke's arms, after watching the flick @ a screening. "His character's really an amalgamation of lots of different characters," Aronofsky said regarding Rourke's character. "The sad thing's the more of these guys we met, the more clichés we ran into, as so many of their lives ended up a similar way. Even the guys who kept it together & have a family -- they all had similar stories & all knew some1 who was going through a similar thing & dealing with the physical damage that had been done to them. It was great; the other night, 'Rowdy' Roddy Piper showed up @ a screening & he loved it. He broke down & cried in Mickey's arms, so he was psyched that this story was finally told."
- Here's a rather singular email posted to the Indy-Wrestling Yahoo! Group ~ http://sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/indy-wrestling/message/15036 ~ "I have 2 wrestling rings for sale, 1 is a short 16' & the other's a 20'. They are both durable & complete with frame, ropes, cables, canvas but the 20' ring will need padding. For a limited time, I'm listing these rings @ a holiday savings for December, $1,800 US for the 16' & $2,200 US for the 20'. After the holidays, it'll be $2,000 for the 16' & $2,500 for the 20'. If purchased, the rings will have to picked up in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Anybody interested, please call The Wild Samoan Training Center, Monday-Friday 9am-5pm EST @ (610) 435-1666. Thank you & Happy Holidays, from Headshrinker Samu."
- Full Impact Pro Wrestling on Friday, December 19th @ the Grant Street Community Center {2547 Grant Street, Melbourne, Florida 32935} Doors open @ 7:30 pm & show starts @ 8 pm. Tickets are $15 General Admission & Kids 13 & under $10. Advance tickets are $12 General Admission & Kids 13 & under $8. To purchase advance tickets call (352) 422-4582 or visit
http://www.FullImpactPro.comAlready Signed FIP Heavyweight Championship Match, champion Go Shiozaki {with Sean & Phil Davis} versus Tyler Black. . . FIP Florida Heritage Championship Match, champion Chris Jones versus FIP Tag Team co-Champion Kenny King of the YRR. . . The British Lions (Chris Gray & Tommy Taylor) versus The Heartbreak Assassins (Damien Wayne & Rex Sterling, with Baby Doll). . . The Dark City Fight Club (Kory Chavis & Jon Davis) versus The Osirian Portal (Amasis & Ophidian). . . Also Appearing "The Messiah of the Backbreaker" Roderick Strong. . . Erick Stevens. . . FIP Tag Team co-Champion Jason Blade of the YRR. . . Jigsaw. . . Sal Rinauro & Chasyn Rance of the YRR. . . Gran Akuma. . . "The Bad Seed" Shawn Osborne. . . "Addicted to Love" Rhett Titus. . . The debuting Brad Attitude. Then, on Saturday, FIP turns it up on December 20th @ the National Guard Armory {8551 West Venable Street, Crystal River, Florida 34429} Doors open @ 7:30 pm & show starts @ 8 pm. Already Signed FIP Heavyweight Championship Match, champion Go Shiozaki {with Sean & Phil Davis} versus the winner of #1 contender's match between Roderick Strong, Erick Stevens & Tyler Black or Tyler Black versus Shiozaki. . . Tag Team Title Match, champions YRR (Kenny King & Jason Blade) versus the #1 Contenders, to be determined in Melbourne {If King wins the Florida Heritage Title in Melbourne, that belt's on the line as well, if he loses the fall!}. . . Florida Heritage Championship Match (If Jones is successful versus King in Melbourne), champion Chris Jones versus Chasyn Rance. . . Also Appearing The Dark City Fight Club (Kory Chavis & Jon Davis). . . The Heartbreak Assassins (Damien Wayne & Rex Sterling, with Baby Doll). . . Jigsaw. . . Sal Rinauro. . . Gran Akuma. . . The British Lions (Chris Gray & Tommy Taylor). . . "The Bad Seed" Shawn Osborne. . . "Addicted to Love" Rhett Titus. . . Brad Attitude. . . The Osirian Portal (Amasis & Ophidian)
- Recently-released former on-air ECWWE General Manager Armando Alejandro Estrada's scheduled to make an appearance tomorrow @ World Wrestling Council's Abdullah the Butcher retirement show in Bayamon, Puerto Rico. Other stars scheduled to appear @ the event include Smackdown Tag Team champions Carlito Caribbean Cool & Primo Colon, TNA's Team 3D & referee Shane Sewell, Sabu, former ECWWE wrestler Balls Mahoney & former AWA Heavyweight champion Steve Corino. For details on the card, check out http://superestrellaswwc.com/2007/index.php Estrada himself commented on his upcoming appearance on his MySpace page, which you can read @ http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendID=91462965&blogID=455401853
- Fellow former ECWWE Superstar Braden Walker, who in turn's also former TNA wrestler "Wildcat" Chris Harris, is taking bookings. Individuals interested in booking the undefeated former WWE & TNA Superstar can contact catbookings@yahoo.com {serious inquires only, please!}
- While still on the subject of ECWWE Superstars who didn't' let the door hit them in the arse on the way out, RF Video will be releasing a shoot interview with Colin Delaney. For the 1st time, Delaney will discuss his rise to fame in World Wrestling Entertainment & how he captured the hearts of millions all across the world. He'll discuss how he got his break in WWE, working with the likes of "Innovator of Violence" Tommy Dreamer, Big Daddy V, John Morrison, Mike "The Miz" Mizanin, Kane & "World's Strongest Man" Mark Henry, his stay in the ECWWE brand & more. But that's not all. "Why did Colin turn heel on his best friend? What was it like to do promos with Vince? Who did he travel with & how hard was it keeping his spot in the WWE? He was only in the WWE for 8 months, but every1 will remember the name Colin Delaney." For more on the DVD, then check out http://www.rfvideo.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=3788&HS=1
- Vinnie Jones, the villain in StoneCold Steve Austin's "The Condemned" was arrested in Sioux Falls, South Dakota last week, following a barroom brawl. A patron asked him, "Are you that guy from X-Men?" Jones was offended by the comment, since he's starred in several other movies. During the brawl, he was hit in the face with a beer glass. You can view the video footage @ http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/news/article2013975.ece
- Under the Ring has an interview with former ECWWE Superstar Big Daddy V, who talks about his release from the company this past August. He claims his doctor led to his firing from WWE. Reportedly, it was due to issues with his weight. You can read all about it @ http://pojoslam.blogspot.com/
- Filming for StoneCold Steve Austin's next movie has concluded in British Columbia, which features the former WWF Heavyweight Champion in the leading role. Austin plays a character called John Brickner in Damage, a movie about underground fighting. The movie's currently in post-production after filming finished @ the end of last month. According to the production company Nasser Entertainment Group, the flick's scheduled to be released on January 28th, 2010 on DVD & Blu-ray.
- @ last Friday night's Great Lakes Championship Wrestling event, TNA's Kevin Nash wrestled BG James. Following the encounter, it was announced that Nash & Scott Hall would be wrestling James & "Cute" Kip James @ the March 21st event in Waukesha, Wisconsin. This'll be the 1st time The Outsiders have wrestled The New Age Outlaws. Recently released WWE star Armando Alejandro Estrada also appeared on that show.
- Recently-released WWE star Elijah Burke's advertised to wrestle Jerry Lynn in the main event of the December 20th Velocity Pro Wrestling event in Philadelphia @ the old ECW Arena, AKA the Alhambra Arena.
- TNA's Chris Sabin & "Canadian Destroyer" Petey Williams, as well as Doug Williams, will be appearing @ the European Wrestling Promotion event in Hannover, Germany on December 20th. Go to http://european-wrestling-promotion.de for info about the EWP.
- WWE Hall of Famer Bret "HitMan" Hart's recovering from major reconstructive knee surgery & he offered comments regarding his surgery & being inspired meeting his fans during his recent book signing tour on his official website, http://www.BretHart.com"After meeting so many real heroes over the past few months, my knee surgery has been a breeze & I can honestly say I wouldn't have managed as well without their support & encouragement. Thanks to all of you who took the time to see me, buy my book, express your condolences about Owen, Davey & my mother & father. Thanks for everything, the last couple of months were some of the best memories wrestling has ever given me & I mean that from the bottom of my heart." You can read his message in its entirety (& see a post-recovery photo) @ http://www.brethart.com/updates/thursday-december-4-2008-brets-comments-about-his-knee-surgery
- The Associated Press has picked up the story on the passing of former WWE developmental wrestler Steve Bradley, who was found dead Thursday morning in his car in a parking lot across the street from where he once operated a professional wrestling school in Manchester, New Hampshire. In a new bit of information stemming from Bradley's death, officials say Bisson (his real last name) was indicted on heroin possession charges last month. AP also sourced LOP's story regarding Bradley's passing, which you can read @ http://www.lordsofpain.net/news/2008_/1228422737.php
- Former World Wrestling Federation & World Championship "Wrestler" Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake appeared On The Pain Clinic Saturday morning & you can read a full run-down of it @ http://www.lordsofpain.net/news/2008_/1228658579.php
- The weather outside might be getting colder this December, but theres 1 man who can heat things up. Straight from the depths of hell, its the Sinister Minister himself, Father James Mitchell, in a huge 76 minute http://www.ClubWWI.com shoot interview no wrestling fan should miss. Jim's known for his unique look & character, but also his love of the industry. In his 76 minute shoot with James Guttman, Mitchell talks about the intricacies of the business including the dying art form of managers & promos. From his days in Smokey Mountain, to Extreme Championship Wrestling, to World Championship Wrestling, to Total NonStop Action Wrestling, Father Jim has seen it all. He talks @ length on http://www.ClubWWI.com about his admiration for men like WWE Hall of Famers "Superstar" Billy Graham & "American Dream" Dusty Rhodes (including doing Dusty promos in 3rd grade & a Rhodes impression on air) But also about learning how to truly find his own voice in the industry & overcoming situations where he might have to do or say something inconsistent with his character. Topics include the 1st time he was handed a script, Vince Russo, what TNA allowed him to do, "Evil, Evil, Evil", accidentally shooting on Wahoo McDaniel early in his career, what Wahoo told him Gene Anderson would have done in that situation & more. Check out a synopsis of the whole interview @ http://www.lordsofpain.net/news/2008_/1228659472.php
- WWE Hall of Famer "Mouth of the South" Jimmy Hart appeared on the In Your Head radio this past week & was asked about WWE Owner Vince McMahon being upset with Hulk Hogan's Celebrity Championship Wrestling television show. McMahon flipped out after seeing the show & reportedly told WWE VP of Talent Relations John Laurinatis to inform people involved in the show they're no welcome in WWE. "I'll plead the 5th," Hart told the radio show, regarding rumours of his firing from WWE. "Naw, let me just say this. My whole thing that I ever do for WWE, I always have got permission to do everything." Hart then praised WWE for the opportunities he was given in his career. "Like I said, I wouldn't be sitting on the phone talking to you guys tonight, if I didn't had just the greatest chance of a lifetime when Vince called Jimmy Hart." He also promoted Hulk Hogan's CCW show, as the season finale aired Saturday night on CMT. To listen to Hart's interview in its entirety, visit http://www.InYourHeadOnline.com
- Speaking of Hulk Hogan's Celebrity Championship Wrestling, the program will start airing in Canada on Sundays on Much More Music, reports SLAM! Wrestling. The show will start on Sunday, December 14th @ 8pm EST, with a repeat @ 11pm EST. Yay!!
- Last Friday on Ringside Live, they welcomed Eric Bischoff, who joined them live to talk in length about the Hulk Hogan Celebrity Championship Wrestling TV show that he produces. This isn't your typical Bischoff interview, where the same questions are asked over & over again, Ian Hamilton & Adam Firestorm did a tremendous job. You can listen to the whole interview @ http://www.blogtalkradio.com/ringsidelive/
- Saturday night in Charlotte, North Carolina, Reid Flair -- son of WWE Hall of Famer "Nature Boy" Ric Flair -- made his professional wrestling debut, teaming up with his brother David, to take on the Nasty Boys (Brian Knobbs & Jerry Saggs) Jimmy Hart was in the Nasty's corner & Slick Ric was in his son's corner, with WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan serving as the special guest referee. The match ended up with Reid & David doing a double figure 4 on the Nasty Boys, but Hart interfered to distract Hogan, who punched Jimmy & gave him the big boot, then signaled the Nature Boy to come to the ring. The Hulkster covered his eyes & turned around, while Slick Ric Boy applied the figure 4 leg lock on the manager, then Hogan counted the 3, with both Nasty Boys still locked in the figure 4. Hulk then celebrated with David & Reid, as his WCW theme song ran in the background. Footage of this already made it on YouTube & you can see it @ http://www.wrestling-online.com/news/general/Reid_Flair_match.shtml
- East Coast Indy Wrestling federation Pro Wrestling Syndicate continues to break down barriers in their short 18 month tenure, by unleashing a live streaming 24/7 internet TV channel! As reported in the past, PWS has kept a tight code of ethics when dealing with the fans; rejecting multiple deals from companies that offered to sell fans PWS videos on demand in favour of giving fans full wrestling matches FOR FREE. Yes, I know "ethics" & "indy wrestling" don't always go hand-in-hand, but there's a 1st time for everything. Fans can watch the PWS channel directly on the main page of http://www.ProWrestlingSyndicate.com or by visiting http://www.mogulus.com/prowrestlingsyndicate where fans can also participate in an on-line chat. Some stars currently featured on today's programming includes Sabu, Justin Credible, Human Tornado, Abyss, Sandman, Jack Evans & Teddy Hart, amongst others. Pro Wrestling Syndicate will be starting a weekly programming schedule, including live stuff, in the coming weeks.
- Former WWE star Aaron "Jesus" Aguilera had an emergency appendectomy last Thursday, after being rushed to the hospital in great pain. He was working as the Masked Zodiac in Fukui, Japan.
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WRESTLER BIRTHDAYS: Olimpic-Sized Runts Kneeling Before Jerelle
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- December 06th: former AWA Heavyweight champion Nick Bockwinkle. . . former ECW, TNA & WWE wrestler Spike Dudley/Brother Runt. . . Mexican luchador Olimpico. . . former NCW & CEW Performer Grendell. . .
- December 07th: International Championship Wrestling wrestler Bruiser Bedlam / Johnny K-9. . . former WCW, WWF & AWF wrestler Curtis Hughes. . . "former" WWF & WCW wrestler "Ravishing" Rick Rude. . . former ECW Valet & WWF Diva Tammy "Sunny" Sytch. . . former ECW & WWF Tag Team wrestler Wolfie D. . . former ECW wrestler Hack Meyers. . . former Japanese midget wrestler Little Tokyo. . .
- December 08th: former WWF manager Slick. . . former TNA wrestler "Mister 630" Jerelle Clark. . . TNA wrestler Jimmy Rave. . . Facebook Wrestler the Wigan Warrior. . . RAW Commentator Michael Cole. . . All Japan Pro Wrestler Toshiaki Kawada. . . former WWF Tag Team wrestler Steven Dunn. . . former NWA Wildside Tag Team wrestler Shane Austin. . . North Carolina independent wrestler Rizing Sun. . .
- December 09th: former WWE & TNA Heavyweight champion Kurt Angle. . . former WWF Tag Team wrestler Doug Furnas. . . North Carolina independent wrestler Mike Maverick. . . Canadian independent wrestler Juggernaut. . .
- December 10th: Mexican luchador Mister Aguila / Essa Rios. . . Mexican luchador El Mephisto. . . RAW's JTG. . . former TNA wrestler Matt Bentley. . .
- December 11th: Mexican luchador La Parka. . . Ontario Independent Wrestler Roy Toy. . .
- December 12th: RAW's Rey Mysterio Junior. . . former ECW, TNA & WWE wrestler Sabu. . . Japanese wrestler Ultimo Dragon. . . New Japan Pro Wrestler Super Strong Machine. . . former WWF & Michinoku Pro Wrestler Jinsei Shinzaki. . . former Ring of Honor & Total NonStop Action wrestler Chad Collyer. . .
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THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY: Fake Native Americans, Birdmen & Scorpios abound!
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- December 06th:
{1971} Tough As Nails (Karl Gotch & Rene Goulet) defeated the Grady-Camille Connection ("Crazy" Luke Graham & Tarzan Tyler) for the WWWF Tag Team titles. . .
{1980} the Mongolian Stomper defeated Jack Brisco for the Georgia National Heavyweight title. . .
{1986} Simply Mannishing (Manny Fernandez & "Ravishing" Rick Rude) defeated the Rock & Roll Express (Ricky Morton & Robert Gibson) for the NWA World Tag Team titles. . .
{1993} The War Machines (Twiggy Ramirez & Lost Boy) defeated Memphis Memories (Mike Anthony & Jeff Gaylord) for the USWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1998} World Wrestling Federation's "Capital Carnage" @ the London Arena in London, England. . .
{2002} World Wrestling All-Stars' "Retribution" @ The SECC in Glasgow, Scotland. . .
- December 07th:
{1967} the Italian & Iraqi "Native Americans" (Chief Jay Strongbow & Billy White Wolf) won a tournament final for the WWWF Tag Team titles. . .
{1988} NWA World Championship Wrestling's "Clash of the Champions 9". . .
{1989} 1960s wrestler Haystacks Calhoun died of diabetic complications @ age 55. . .
{1992} Koko B. Ware defeated WWE Hall of Famer Jerry "The King" Lawler for the USWA Unified Heavyweight title. . .
{1995} Mikey Whipwreck defeated 2 Cold Scorpio for the ECW Television title. . .
{1996} Tito Santana defeated "Cowboy" Bob Orton Junior for the USA Pro-Wrestling Heavyweight Title . . . the Triple Threat (Chris Candido & Lance Storm) defeated the Can-Am Connection (Doug Furnas & Phil LaFon) & The Hardcore Chair Swingin' Freaks (Balls Mahoney & Axl Rotten) in a 3-way match for the ECW Tag Team titles, then Raven defeated the Sandman for the Heavyweight title. . .
{1997} World Wrestling Federation's "In Your House: Degeneration-X" @ the civic Center in Springfield, Massachusetts, where Taka Michinoku defeated Brian Christopher in a tournament final for the WWF Light Heavyweight title. . .
{1999} the Opposite Ends of the WCW Hierarchy (Bill Goldberg & WWE Hall of Famer Bret "HitMan" Hart) defeated Creative Control (Ron & Don Harris) for the WCW Tag Team titles. . . Doctor Hurtz defeated Magic for the New Jersey State Title. . .
{2001} The Insane Dragon defeated Deranged for the Jersey All Pro Light-Heavyweight Title. . .
{2002} Return to Red Barn (Rory Fox & Matt Stryker) defeated the SharkBoy Surfers (Cody Hawk & Race Steele) in a tournament final for the Heartland Wrestling Association Tag Team Titles. . .
- December 08th:
{1966} The Australitalanos (Spiros Arion & Antonio Pugliese) defeated the District of Clubberin' (Baron Mikel Scicluna & Smasher Sloan) for the WWWF Tag Team titles. . .
{1969} Dos Italianos (Victor Rivera & Tony Marino) defeated Danzan (Professor Tanaka & Mitsu Arakawa) for the WWWF Tag Team titles. . .
{1980} Pedro Morales defeated Ken Patera for the WWWF Intercontinental title. . .
{1990} the Memphis Mafia (Doug Gilbert & Tony Anthony) defeated the Most Decorated Tag Team in Wrestling (Jeff Jarrett & Cody Michaels) for the USWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1993} Far Too Wild defeated the War Machines (Twiggy Ramirez & Lost Boy) for the USWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1994} Harlem Heat (Booker T & Stevie Ray) defeated Stripes & Stars (the Patriot & Marcus Alexander Bagwell) for the WCW World Tag Team titles. . .
{1997} Rocky Maivia defeated StoneCold Steve Austin for the WWF Intercontinental title. . . Disco Inferno defeated Perry Saturn for the WCW Television title. . .
{1999} Sean Casey defeated Scott Sabre for the Ohio Valley Light Heavyweight title. . .
- December 09th:
{1974} Jack Brisco defeated Shohei Baba for the NWA Heavyweight Wrestling title . . .
{1990} Ukrainian-born wrestler Mike Mazurki dies @ age 82. . .
{1991} Eric Embry defeated "Doctor of Desire" Tom Prichard for the USWA Southern Heavyweight title, then Brian Christopher defeated Buddy Landell for the Southern Heavyweight title. . .
{1995} The Sandman defeated Mikey Whipwreck & "Extreme Superstar" Steve Austin in a triangle match for the ECW Heavyweight title. . . the Southern Statesmen (Ricky Morton & Beau James) defeated Death & Destruction (Roger Anderson & Frank Parker) for the SSW Tag Team titles. . .
{2001} World Wrestling Federation's "Vengeance" @ the San Diego Sports Arena in San Diego, California, where The UnderTaker defeated Rob Van Dam for the WWF Hardcore Title, then Chris Jericho defeated The Rock for the WCW Heavyweight title & StoneCold Steve Austin for the WWF Heavyweight title, to become the 1st Unified Champion. . .
- December 10th:
{1930} Ed Don George defeated Gus Sonnenberg for the NWA Heavyweight Wrestling title. . .
{1973} Bruno Sammartino defeated Stan Stasiak for the WWWF Heavyweight title. . .
{1975} Terry Funk defeated Jack Brisco for the NWA Heavyweight Wrestling title. . .
{1999} Genichiro Tenryu defeated Keiji Muto for the IWGP Heavyweight title. . .
{2000} World Wrestling Federation's "Armageddon" @ the Boutwell Auditorium in Birmingham, Alabama, where Reeking of Awesomeness (Edge & Christian) defeated Right to Censor (Bull Buchanan & the Goodfather), the Dudley Boyz (BuhBuh Ray & D'Von), Get Rowdy ("Road Dogg" Jesse James & K-Kwik) for the WWF Tag Team title, then Chris Benoit defeated Billy Gunn for the WWF Intercontinental title. . .
- December 11th:
{1997} Hunter Hearst Helmsley defeated 2016 WWE Hall of Famer "HeartBreak Kid" Shawn Michaels for the WWF European Heavyweight title. . .
{2002} Sonny Saiki defeated Jerry Lynn for the NWA-TNA X title. . .
- December 12th:
{1958} the Matinee Idols (Mark Lewin & Don Curtis) defeated the Graham Brothers (Doctor Jerry & Eddie Graham) for the AWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1990} "Living Legend" Larry Zbyszko stripped of the American Wrestling Association Heavyweight title {the last AWA Champ}. . .
{1998} World Wrestling Federation's "In Your House: Rock Bottom" @ GM Place in Vancouver, British Colombia. . .
{1999} World Wrestling Federation's "Armageddon" @ the National Car Rental Center in Sunrise, Florida, where Val Venis defeated Davey Boy smith for the European title, The Kat defeated Ivory, Jacqueline & Barbara Bush for the WWF Women's title & Chris Jericho defeated Chyna for the WWF Intercontinental title. . .
{2001} the Lords of the Ring (Nick Dinsmore & Rob Conway) defeated the Suicide Blondes (Jason Lee & Derrick King) for the Ohio Valley Southern Heavyweight Tag Titles. . .
HEADLINE NEWS: RING RUST's Year-End Top 50 Countdown!
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- It's that time again, kiddies! It's time for me to open up the polls & allow you, the great RING RUST listeners, to tell ME what to play during the Year-End Countdown!
Do you have a favourite wrestling song that you've heard on my show? Do you think I should play a particular theme more often? Here's your chance to make your voice heard.
Just submit your TOP 5 WRESTLING-RELATED SONGS {be they entrance themes, pay-per-view themes, tribute songs, Top 40 songs that have been "converted" to fit wrestling, or whatever} to ring-rust@hotmail.com between now & December 19th, for inclusion into the YEAR-END TOP 50 COUNTDOWN!!
Remember, submit your 5 favourite songs {& if necessary, what relevance they have toward wrestling, if they're not WWE or TNA} as well as why you feel these deserve to be included in the RING RUST YEAR-END TOP 50 COUNTDOWN & I'll be seeing you on December 26th with #50-26!
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- As it turns out, according to http://www.LordsofPain.net reader Raul, both TMZ & ABC News posted the news story on Jeff Hardy reportedly falling unconscious. He saw the stories early Sunday morning. The story was up on TMZ as early as 6am PST. Prior to the pay-per-view broadcast, RAW Announcer Lilian Garcia announced on the house mic that according to TMZ & ABC, Jeff Hardy might not appear. @ the start of the live broadcast, WWE had Hall of Famer Jim Ross say various news sources, including ABC, CNN & TMZ, reported on the Rainbow-Haired Charismatic Enigmatic Warrior's situation. No word yet if CNN actually reported the story. "I 1st heard about the incident with Jeff Hardy through TMZ's website early Sunday morning about 6am. In fact, I started looking around & TMZ, AOL & ABC were all running the same story. So when WWE said that all these news organizations & web sites were reporting the incident, it's actually correct. What they didn't tell you was that they took the story down as soon as they caught wind of the angle." As Kisarny night call them, mizzarks!
- In other Survivor Series news, RAW Intercontinental Champion William Regal was eliminated so quickly in his Survivor Series match, because he was quite sick with either the flu or a bad cold. A decision was made to eliminate him early, reports http://www.PWInsider.com Some of the other wrestlers picked up colds during WWE's recent tour of Europe. Sacre bleu!
-WWE's new '25th Anniversary of WrestleMania Calendar' includes a listof dates & locations for all of their 2009 PPV's (excluding Armageddon). . .
Royal Rumble, January 25th @ the Joe Louis Arena in Detroit, Michigan. . . No Way Out, February 15th @ the Key Arena in Seattle, Washington. . . Wrestlemania 25, April 5th @ the Reliant Stadium in Houston, Texas. . . Backlash, April 26th @ the Dunkin' Donuts Center in Providence, Rhode Island. . . Judgment Day, May 17th @ the Allstate Arena in Chicago, Illinois. . . 1 Night Stand, June 7th @ the New Orleans Arena in New Orleans, Louisiana. . . Night Of Champions, June 28th @ the ARCO Arena in Sacramento, California. . . Great American Bash, July 26th @ the Wachovia Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. . . Summerslam, August 23rd @ the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. . . Unforgiven, September 13th @ the Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec. . . No Mercy, October 4th @ the Mellon Arena in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. . . Cyber Sunday, October 25th @ the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, New Jersey. . . Survivor Series, November 22nd @ the Verizon Center in Washington, DC.
- THQ Incorporated & JAKKS Pacific Wednesday announced that 6 World Wrestling Entertainment® luminaries will be featured on the cover of WWE® Legends of WrestleMania®. Renowned Superstars Andre the Giant, Hulk Hogan, StoneCold Steve Austin & The Rock, along with vibrant managers Bobby "The Brain" Heenan & "Mouth of the South" Jimmy Hart, will set the tone for the new videogame property, which's poised to deliver a distinguished roster, arcade style gameplay & historic, vintage presentation. WWE Legends of WrestleMania's scheduled for release in March 2009, to coincide with WrestleMania 25 in Houston, Texas. "Andre, Hogan, Austin & The Rock represent the breadth of incredible talent that players can use to relive, rewrite or redefine history in WWE Legends of WrestleMania," said Cory Ledesma, senior creative manager, THQ. "In addition, they'll have access to dynamic managers, such as Heenan & Hart, who will play important roles throughout critical gameplay moments." The game'll embrace the leading sports entertainment organizations rich history to relive, rewrite or redefine the definitive elements of WWE from the 80s & 90s. Players will experience the entertaining lives of 40 larger-than-life Legends & have control over Legendary Managers, each of whom will play crucial roles in match outcomes. The games new grapple-based fighting system will capture the high-energy action & drama seen in vintage WWE matches, while a historically accurate representation of past WWE telecasts will set the stage, including dynamic visual treatments, signature ring entrances, renowned commentators & notable venues. WWE Legends of WrestleMania will also include a WrestleMania Tour Mode, that allows players to participate in key matches from multiple WrestleMania events, a Create-A-Legend system to develop the Legends of tomorrow, as well as online functionality for players to compete on the biggest stages in WWE history. More information about WWE Legends of WrestleMania can be found @ http://www.legendsofwrestlemania.com & http://www.thq.com THQ has unveiled the artwork for the new game. It features photos of The Rock, Stonecold Steve Austin & Hulk Hogan in the background, with Andre The Giant in the front, holding the logo of the game & underneath Hall of Famers "Mouth of the South" Jimmy Hart & Bobby "the Brain" Heenan in the ring. The photos are the actual characters from the game, rather than real photographs. You can see the cool artwork for the Playstation 3 version @
http://www.wrestling-online.com/news/News_9/LOWM_artwork.shtml
- In other 'Mania news, WWE will be holding another "AXXESS" fanfest event during Wrestlemania 25 weekend in Houston, Texas. Events will include autograph signings, memorabilia displays, a charity golf event, as well as other WWE Superstar & Diva appearances that weekend. Tickets for the 2009 WWE Hall of Fame ceremony are expected to go on sale in late January or early February.
- Due to Chris Jericho pinning "Legend Killer" Randy Orton in the Triple Threat Match against the Orton & Dave "The Animal" Batista on RAW Monday, he nabbed the #1 contendership for the RAW Heavyweight Championship. As a result, Jericho will be wrestling Cena for the belt @ Armageddon.
- In other news for next month's pay-per-view, the official website of the HSBC Arena in Buffalo, New York's still showing the initial advertising for the event. It says HHH will be defending his Smackdown Heavyweight title against Vladimir Kozlov. With Edge's title win Sunday night, those plans are obviously off the books now. . . or perhaps the Game'll reclaim his title between now & then. A Triple Threat Match for the RAW Heavyweight Championship between champion Cena, Batista Y2J's also scheduled, clearing indicating that they'd jumped the gun on both matches. To see the event page, check out http://www.hsbcarena.com/events.cfm?eid=90
- The title track from the new Guns & Roses album is the official theme of the Armageddon pay-per-view, which is scheduled to take place on Sunday, December 14th. WWE has a note on the partnership @ http://www.wwe.com/shows/armageddon/
- Former WWE star Scott Hall & the Insane Clown Posse are saying they're going to the Joe Louis Arena for next January's Royal Rumble pay-per-view. Pardon me a monent, while I take care of this grain of salt. . .
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WWE NEWS: HBK to retire, Tribute to the Troops, Umaga & the Legend Killer speaks
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- WWE Hall-of-Famer Jim Ross updated his blog & you can read the latest posting @ http://www.jrsbarbq.com
- 2016 WWE Hall of Famer "HeartBreak Kid" Shawn Michaels, 1 of WWE's most consistent stars over the past several years, has hinted in recent interviews that he's given the company an exact date for his final match. Most expect his swan song to come @ the 2010 WrestleMania, where The UnderTaker could put his famous 'Mania streak on the line against "Mister Wrestlemania." Now that would be the blowout of all blowouts, with absolutely no disrespect intended for WWE Hall of Famer "Nature Boy" Ric Flair!!
- The annual "Tribute to the Troops" show will air December 20th on NBC. A WWE crew will head to Baghdad following a RAW event December 1st in Washington, D.C. RAW's Chris Jericho, Intercontinental champion William Regal & CM Punk, along with RAW Women's champion "Glamazon" Beth Phoenix & Brie Bella will be meeting the members of the press on December 1st in Washington, before going to Iraq for the 7th annual show. This year the show will only be 1 hour instead of 2 & will air on NBC on December 20th @ 9PM EST, instead of USA Network. The WWE crew will spend a few days in Iraq, meeting troops in forward operating bases, before taping the show.
- There are therefore some changes to television tapings this week, as ECWWE TV will be taped prior to Monday Night RAW in Providence, Rhode Island, while Smackdown! taped 2 weeks worth of shows in Albany, New York this week. There will be more of these type of tapings in the future, which is a way to cut costs by taping 2 shows in 1 night. The major reason for this week's double taping's that a select few of the WWE crew will be traveling to Iraq after next Monday's RAW to tape the "Tribute to the Troops" Christmas show.
- Umaga was brought to the television tapings this past week, but wasn't used. Upon his return to WWE, the Samoan Bulldozer will remain on the SmackDown brand & is expected to be involved in UnderTaker's next program. Umaga has been out of action since suffering a torn PCL @ a SmackDown live event in Johnson City, Tennessee on August 2nd, 2008 during a match with Jeff Hardy.
- SLAM! Wrestling has an interview from RAW's "Legend Killer" Randy Orton Monday. In the interview, Orton admits to being a loose cannon who pushed things too far @ times. "I wasn't thinking before I was saying things. I was taking the heel persona a little too seriously. I was told, 'This isn't going to work for you. That's what the ring's for. This is a publicly-traded company & you're not a kid anymore.' Vince said he couldn't have somebody who was a loose cannon. He said if any person was going to stop Randy Orton from succeeding, it was Randy Orton." The Legend Killer said he's had similar conversations with other people. "I'm sure HHH was probably thinking it. He probably had 100 of those conversations with me." Orton also speaks out on receiving a bad rap for trashing a hotel room in Germany, his August motorcycle accident & more. He likewise gave his thoughts on being ranked the #1 wrestler by Pro Wrestling Illustrated {in the PWI 500}. "If I'm 1st or 60th, it doesn't really matter to me. But when my wife sees the magazine @ Walgreen's. . . she's like, 'That's so cool!' They can hate me. I'd love for all of them to hate me. It really means nothing to me." Read the entire article @ http://slam.canoe.ca/Slam/Wrestling/2008/11/20/7482571.html
- Monday night on RAW, Tag Team champions Kofi Kingston & CM Punk each won opening round matches of the 8-man tournament to determine the #1 contender to William Regal's Intercontinental title. Matches scheduled for next week are Rey Mysterio Junior versus ECWWE's Mike "The Miz" Mizanin & an all-ECWWE match, as Fit Finlay takes on John Morrison. To see the tourney brackets, go to http://www.wwe.com/shows/raw/special/interconttournament/
- CM Punk was @ the Thanksgiving Day Parade in Chicago yesterday & was interviewed during the broadcast on WGN. Punk talked about his name, saying the "CM""Cookie Monster", whose float was just ahead of him. The Straight Edge Superstar said it was a dream come true to do the parade in his hometown of Chicago. He then plugs WWE's next show @ the Allstate Arena on January 19th. You can see a video of the parade @ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BpCQHsjPhpA
- Following the latest slew of cuts, WWE has parted ways with a total of 51 performers {30 from the main roster & 21 from developmental} This marks the 3rd consecutive year in which over 50 performers departed from WWE, so by that indication, @ least 50 more talents probably won't be with the company this time next year. Here's this year's complete list so far, as there's a good chance more will be added by the end of the year: MAIN WWE ROSTER DEPARTURES Armando Alejandro Estrada {Released November 18th}. . . Ashley Massaro {Released July 9th}. . . Balls Mahoney {Released April 28th}. . . Big Daddy V {Released August 8th}. . . Bobby Lashley {Released February 4th}. . . Braden Walker {Released August 7th}. . . Cherry {Released August 15th}. . . Chuck Palumbo {Released November 7th}. . . Colin Delaney {Released August 15th}. . . Dave Taylor {Released April 28th}. . .
Dice Domino {Released August 8th}. . . Elijah Burke {Released November 10th}. . . James Curtis {Released August 8th}. . . Jonathan Coachman {Contract Expired in August}. . . Kenny Dykstra {Released November 10th}. . . Lance Cade {Released October 14th}. . . Lena Yada {Released November 10th}. . . Mick Foley {Contract Expired August 31st}. . . Nick Patrick {Released August 8th}. . . Nunzio {Released August 8th}. . . Paul London {Released November 7th}. . . 2008 WWE Hall of Famer "Nature Boy" Ric Flair {Parted Ways with Company August 3rd}. . . Robbie & Rory McAllister {Released August 15th}. . . Shannon Moore {Released August 8th}. . . Stevie Richards {Released August 15th}. . . Super Crazy {Released November 5th}. . . Torrie Wilson {Retired Due to a Back Injury on May 8th}. . . Trevor Murdoch {Released July 3rd}. . . Wes Adams {Released August 15th}WWE DEVELOPMENTAL DEPARTURES Ace Steele {Released February 4th}. . . Al Snow {Released February 4th}. . . Antoni Polaski {Released February 4th}. . . "Campus Legend" Brad Allen {Released August 12th}. . . Charles "The Hammer" Evans {Released August 12th}. . . Chet the Jett {Released February 26th}. . . Chris Gray {Released April 22nd}. . . Derrick Neikirk {Released January}. . . Germán Figueroa {Released March}. . . G-Rilla {Released August 08th}. . . Jamie Tucker {Released August}. . . Johnny Jeter {Released Early 2008}. . . Kassidy James {Contract Expired February 4th}. . . Matt O'Neal {Released August 15th}. . . Mike Mondo {Released June 13th}. . . Rob Terry {Released August}. . . Ryan Bishop {Released April 22nd}. . . Shawn Osbourne {Released February 4th}. . . Silas Young {Released March}. . . Timmy Baltimore {Released September}. . . Tommy Taylor {Released April 22nd}
- Josh Greene from the NBA's Phoenix Suns sent in a link to an interview he conducted for the Suns website with former Smackdown United States champion Montell Vontavius Porter. MVP was in attendance @ the US Airways Center on Thursday for the NBA game between the Suns & the Lakers to promote the Smackdown! move to MyNetworkTV. In the interview, Porter talks about basketball, meeting Shaq, moving to MyNetworkTV & other topics. You can read it in its entirety @ http://www.nba.com/suns/news/newsroom_notes_081120.html
- The on-again, off-again, love-hate relationship between Owner Vince McMahon & Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan reportedly has taken a turn for the worse. Sources say the plethora of negative publicity that has surrounded the Hulkster over the past year hasn't done much to enhance Hogan's stock in the eyes of the WWE owner & Hogan's latest reality series, Celebrity Championship Wrestling, has further angered Vinnie-Mac, who feels the show has done nothing but expose the business. The McMahonopolizer even reportedly put the word out to Hulk that he wasn't welcome @ WWE's recent RAW show in Tampa, Florida. The acrimonious split with McMahon isn't Hogan's only strained relationship, as the 55-year-old Hulkster remains in the middle of a nasty divorce. His estranged wife, Linda, has accused him of selling his trademarks - including his name - to friend Eric Bischoff, to prevent her from benefiting from the profits in their ongoing divorce. She alleges her former partner's trying to hide his assets, by passing them on to Bischoff @ a discount price. She filed for a divorce from Hogan last November, after 23 years of marriage. Hogan's attorney, David Houston, has denied the claims. "There has been no siphoning of money - if Linda has to ask again, we'll be more than happy to provide the same answer," he told the TMZ Web site. The lawyer also has responded to recent comments made by a Linda Hogan (Bollea) publicist that she pulled the plug on their marriage because Hogan had an affair with their daughter's former best friend. "It's unfortunate Linda Hogan will do virtually anything to keep herself in the public spotlight. We aren't going to demean this process, nor the family, any longer by responding to what amounts to pathetic pleas for attention." In a related story, Linda Hogan's 19-year-old boyfriend Charley Hill tried to get a restraining order against Hogan, but a Florida court doesn't believe Hulk's out to get Charlie & has denied the request. Charley claimed Hulk "dangerously followed" him in his car a couple weeks ago & "pulled up next to him & stared @ him" @ a stoplight -- a crime in no states. Hill says he "fears {Hogan} will attempt to injure or kill him" because Linda's his girlfriend. The aspiring seaman {HA!!!} also claims the Hulkster tailgated him & intimidated him on another occasion & thinks Hulk's even more dangerous, because he had weapons charges against him in 1979. Hulk Hogan's lawyer David Houston tells http://www.TMZ.com"This is just another blatant attempt by Linda Hogan to try to defame Hulk Hogan's character. We commend the judge on seeing through this ridiculous stunt & denying these baseless claims."
- With his mom watching proudly from ringside & his father proudly from above, DH Smith clutched the Florida Championship Wrestling Tag Team title he & his longtime partner TJ Wilson just won during a recent FCW event @ the FCW training facility in Tampa. Smith, the son of Diana Hart & the late, great "British Bulldog" Davey Boy Smith, is working toward a return to WWE. Competing in FCW, the feeder group to WWE, Smith's with a solid group of young wrestlers. "My experience in FCW has been good, very positive," Smith said. His mom traveled to Florida for the big match, as Smith & Wilson, known as the New Hart Foundation -- managed by WWE star Natalya Neidhart, daughter of Jim "the Anvil" Neidhart -- defeated Joe Hennig {son of "Mister Perfect" Curt Hennig} & Sebastian Slater.
- A new WWE DVD was released Tuesday titled 'The History of the Intercontinental Championship'. This is a 3-disc set containing 27 of the greatest I-C title matches of all time, with 7 hours of footage. Each disc's dedicated to a span of 10 years -- 1980s, 1990s & 2000s. Apart from the full matches, there are also segments with past & current WWE Superstars who @ 1 point held the title during their career.
- We've received the artwork for the WWE DVD title 'Starrcade -- The Essential Collection' which features old pictures of WWE Hal lof Famers "Nature boy" Ric Flair, "American Dream" Dusty Rhodes & TNA Heavyweight champion Sting in the front of both of them, with the Starrcade logo above & some cool funky purple & pink background. This will be a 3-disc set to be released on January 13th & is 1 of the must-have DVDs. There will be 25 full matches from the best of Starrcade, along with the usual sit-down documentary style interviews. All the matches were chosen by the WWE fans in an online poll on http://www.WWE.COM Starrcade was for NWA/WCW what WrestleMania is to WWE. To see the artwork, the full match listings & chapters, go to http://www.wrestling-online.com/news/News_9/Starrcade_DVD.shtml
- In August 2007, Ken Kennedy went on a media blitz in the UK promoting WWE. He proclaimed to a number of outlets that WWE stopped his steroid use in November 2005 because of the company's Wellness Policy & that his job was worth more than an extra 10 pounds of muscle mass. 1 of the media outlets he talked to was the Daily Star & he proclaimed to them as well that he didn't use steroids. Of course, Kennedy was suspended by his employer a mere 2 weeks later, as he was 1 of the WWE Superstars named in the mail-order performance enhancing drug scandal, alongside John Morrison, Edge, Chavo Guerrero Junior, Gregory Helms, Charlie Haas, Umaga, William Regal, "Main Sho From Tokyo" Shoichi Funaki, Booker T & "Masterpiece" Chris Masters. Ken reportedly received anastrozole {to ward off developmental of breast tissue}, somatropin {Growth hormone} & testosterone {anabolic steroid} between October 2006 & February 2007 {when the company was shut down by authorities} The Daily Star had a chance to catch up with Kennedy & the person behind their last story on him talked to him again. The writer confronted him about his past comments & asked the Green Bay Gregariate to explain himself. "Overall I made a mistake. I'm sorry for it, I'm trying to move on & get past it. I would love to sit down with you for 2 or 3 hours & explain things. I was on a time schedule, so I would omit certain parts that I didn't deem necessary. There's a lot more to it than what was said. It's something I feel passionately about. I believe wrestling has changed & of course it's still apparent, because I hear stories about the past & how things were in the 80s. They're funny now, but @ the time it was horrific, what happened on the road & all the unethical things people did." Kennedy added: "I stand by the fact that I stopped taking steroids for cosmetic reasons. If you simply look @ pictures of me, theres a huge difference from when I started, to now. When 1 partakes in those substances. . . @ the time I thought I was impervious, invincible. I ran into some of those situations & you dont quit cold turkey - there are health risks. What we do isn't ballet, its an inevitability of our job & people get hurt." Ken also offered some comments regarding StoneCold Steve Austin. The article says Austin will be on the WrestleMania 25 card. "He's always maintained he could come back & wrestle any time. Steve put in his time & he still puts it in. He has a tremendous wrestling mind. It wasnt just a case of the right place @ the right time. You cant bottle that, you cant teach that, he just had that God-given talent." You can read the article in its entirety @ http://www.dailystar.co.uk/inthering/view/59529/Ken-Kennedy-sets-the-record-straight-/
- Kizarny was brought on the road @ this week's television tapings. He's expected to make his WWE in-ring debut @ Friday night's Smackdown in Albany, New York.
- Despite wanting to return to action soon than later, ECWWE's Evan Bourne tells http://www.WWE.com that his current ankle injury will keep him out of action for the better part of 4 months. "Theres nothing I hate more than watching from the sidelines. If I could take off this big cast they stuck me in, I'd get in the ring. But its a serious injury."
- Infrequently-seen RAW Superstar D-Lo Brown has a new blog on the WWE Universe site, talking about returning home from the long European tour, an incident he had with an opossum upon returning home, Survivor Series, the new WWE video game & more. Check it out @ http://fans.wwe.com/d-lobrown/blog/2008/11/22/keeping_it_real
- This week, WWE performers filmed the annual green screen footage for promos to be used over the course of the next year -- those video shots of the wrestlers posing & whatnot that WWE airs several times over for video packages, commercials, et cetera. 2 years ago, they went to a prison & last year's shoot was for WWE going in HD. This year's filming took place @ the Boston hotel @ which the wrestlers stayed.
- The Slammys are coming back! The December 8th Monday Night RAW will be a 3-hour special edition, that will feature the Slammy Awards, which are the WWE equivalent -- so to speak -- to the Academy Awards. This will be the 5th edition of the Slammys, with the 4 previous 1s held in 1986, 1987 & 10 years later in 1996 & 1997. The last 2 were held on the Friday before WrestleMania. Categories for the Slammys included in the past 'Best Hair', 'Best Finisher', 'Best Couple', 'Best Dressed', 'Match of the Year' & others. The 3-hour RAW with the Slammys will be held in Philadelphia, Penssylvania. World Wrestling Entertainment announced the following categories for their 2008 Slammy Awards ~ Superstar of the Year. . . Match of the Year. . . OMG Moment of the Year. . . Diva of the Year. . . "DAMN!" Moment of the Year. . . Tag Team of the Year. . . Best Musical Performance. . . Best Finishing Maneuver. . . Extreme Moment of the Year. . . Couple of the Year. There'll also be a number of Slammy Awards presented on http://www.WWE.com ~ Breakout Star of the Year. . . Announcer of the Year. . . Best http://www.WWE.com Exclusive. . . Best Impersonation.
- A number of wrestlers from the NWA on Fire promotion worked as extras @ Tuesday night's double-shot SmackDown taping in Albany, New York. Some of them worked as security for Smackdown Heavyweight Champion Edge. Among those @ the taping include John Walters, Danny Demanto, The Logan Brothers, Bobby Fish, Keith Mathews, Mat Benett, Justin Corino, Davey Boy Bling & Ricky O.
Posted on Nov 28, 2008, 1:09 PM from IP address 134.153.20.97
- Newfoundland TNA fans!! Tired of not being able to see pay-per-views @ a local establishment? Same here! So that's why I've set up a MySpace page to help get our message across! As per instructions on http://www.tnawrestling.com, if fans want to promote TNA in their local area, they can set up a "TNA U" page on MySpace & get other fans from their area to pitch in to help get the word out locally about the great wrestling action of Total NonStop Action! So if you wanna get TNA Wrestling pay-per-views into local bars around St. John's, or even have a dream of even the slimmest chance @ getting a house show here in the unforeseeable future, then add http://www.myspace.com/tnanewf as a friend & pledge your support!
- TNA Wrestling's holding a Black Friday sale on http://www.ShopTNA.com starting on Thanksgiving, with 50-75% off of nearly 100 merchandise items. Merchandise which will be on sale include DVDs, t-shirts, winter gear, hats & more, all discounted for TNA fans.
- The Main Event Mafia members are said to be excited about their new angle & the crowd response. TNA Heavyweight Champion Sting hasn't been involved in the beatdowns for 2 reasons. The creative team wanted to portray him as the boss in movie "The Godfather" where he watches his men do the dirty work. The 2nd reason's if the decision were made for him to leave the group, then they could use his non-participation in the beatdowns as a reason he was never fully committed. Meanwhile, the TNA Originals, the group feuding with the M~E~M, were given a new name @ this weeks TV tapings. Officials feel the group needs a new name, since most of the members weren't originals. Hey, just call them what I've been calling them, the Pound & Ground Posse!
- Producers of the upcoming Mick Foley sitcom have dropped the show's original title, "Hey Dude" & rechristened the project "Have a Nice Day" for Foley's best-selling autobiography. Producers say the original title tested poorly among focus groups & courted confusion with a decade-old Nickelodeon show of the same name. Christy Canyon, Foley's favourite old-school adult star, has signed on as a cast member & will play Mick's next-door neighbour. "I love Mick Foley. We all love Mick @ Playboy Radio & his wife too. . . they're truly 2 of the best people I know. Mick & I became fast friends when we met a few years back @ a book signing here in Hollywood, where we were both promoting books @ the time. I can't wait to work with him on 'Have a Nice Day.'" Former TNA booker Scott D'Amore will serve as 1 of the producers.
- In other Hardcore Legend news, Mick Foley's posted a new blog on his MySpace page ~ http://www.myspace.com/officialmickfoley ~ talking about what he's been up to as of late. He recently returned home from the West African country of Sierra Leone & said it was 1 of the best experiences of his life. He also talks about the passing of Special Delivery Jones, Christmas, an upcoming appearance & more. Regarding TNA, Foley wrote: "So many people I run into seem to feel that TNA's really coming along. I really couldn't be happier there. I see so much potential for big things & am glad to be in the middle of it. I brought my family to Florida for the last PPV & iMPACT! shows. Mickey said his favourite person there was "Germy", better known to most of us as Jeremy Borash or J.B. "Germy", you see, gave Mickey an avenue to showcase his unique musical skills. Stay tuned to TNA's 'Spin Cycle' to see the Foleys welcome in the Holiday Season."
- Much like WWE in the past month, TNA also is loosening its budget belt, with talk of possible roster cuts. The company recently released road agents Pat Kinney (aka Simon Diamond) & Glenn Gilberti (aka Disco Inferno).
- In recent weeks there's been talk among TNA officials about parting ways with some of the undercard wrestlers not being used. Since September or so, TNA hasn't felt the need to use every1 @ every set of tapings, so a lot of talents are going unused. There's been talk on this for a while, but discussions have increased lately, reports http://www.PWInsider.com Basically, the reason why TNA hardly ever fires people outright WWE-style is because Jeff Jarrett & Dixie Carter have soft spots & really don't like firing people. So far this year, with the exception of Pat Kenney & Glen Gilberti {although their contracts were up}, no body's been outright fired. Every1 that left, either left on their own accord, or their contracts were up, or they were on a pay-per-appearance deal & were no longer being used. They've yet to fire somebody in the middle of a contract {Karen Angle's status with TNA still remains unclear}
Posted on Nov 28, 2008, 1:13 PM from IP address 134.153.20.97
- Former WWE Diva Ashley Masarro had a rather harsh run of bad luck last Friday. 1 of her dogs had a rather unfortunate accident. Here's her most recent blog, as posted to her MySpace page ~ http://www.myspace.com/ashleymizassaro ~ "Today around 10am, Tomax escaped out of the house & bolted for the road. He was killed instantly by a moving truck. I'm so sad. Peanut & Xamot kind of realize he's missing, I think. I love Tomax with all my heart. Please say a prayer for him to go to heaven. Thanks guys, I love y'all. Ash"
- Former WWE Diva Terri Runnels is currently accepting bookings for personal appearances & more! Please e-mail bambi.weavil@outimpactproductions.com with detailed information on your proposal. Serious inquiries please!
- Former WWE Diva Trish Stratus' Travel series "Stratusphere" was renewed for a 2nd season by the Travel & Escape Channel here in Canada. There's been talk of the series being picked up in the United States by the Travel Channel. Giggidy!!!
- California Independent performer Jenae Noonan has an interesting proposal for celebrating her birthday, as posted to a recent MySpace blog ~ http://www.myspace.com/jenaenoonan"So it's my birthday coming up & every year, instead of bringing me gifts, party goers bring a gift for a child. If you can't make the party, but would still like to help out, there are a few ways you can. . . You can send an unwrapped toy to PO BOX 8306, La Verne CA 91750 or you can send via paypal a donation; all money donations will go towards food, clothing & blankets, all the toys are going to children's hospitals, orphanages in Mexico, the battered womens shelter in the inland empire & other community children in need. Last year, we raised over $2000 US & that's my goal again this year. Last year, we were able to take care of EVERY child I was aware of & 11 families got a tree, presents, blankets & dinner. Maybe this year we can help more. Also, if you donate $15 or more, I'll send you a autographed picture, just like always."
- Shimmer Wrestling has a FREE download available right now, which is roughly 17 minutes in length & is a perfect introduction to the kind of action that can be seen in SHIMMER Women Athletes! The download features 4 music videos (in succession) which have been produced by Nick Andrews, highlighting the female wrestlers that compete inside the SHIMMER ring. The women featured in the clips, which comprise this 17 minute FREE download, are: Alicia. . . Amazing Kong {TNA Knockout champion Awesome Kong}. . . "The Jezebel" Eden Black. . . "Girl Dynamite" Jennifer Blake. . . "The Croatian Panther" Wesna Busic. . . Cheerleader Melissa {Raisha Saeed in TNA}. . . Allison Danger. . . Danyah. . . Serena Deeb. . . Sara Del Rey. . . Lexie Fyfe. . . Daffney. . . Daziee Haze. . . Malia Hosaka. . . Jetta. . . Josie. . . Rebecca Knox. . . Lacey. . . Ashley Lane. . . Lorelei Lee. . . LuFisto. . . "The Latina Sensation" Mercedes Martinez. . . Nicole Matthews. . . MsChif. . . Nattie Neidhart {Natalya in WWE}. . . Nevaeh. . . Nikita {Katie Lea Burchill in WWE}. . . Amber O'Neal. . . Portia Perez. . . "Glamazon" Beth Phoenix {WWE RAW's Women's champion}. . . Portuguese Princess Ariel. . . Cat Power. . . Rain. . . Tiana Ringer. . . Cindy Rogers. . . Nikki Roxx {Roxxi Laveaux in TNA}. . . "Dark Angel" Sarah Stock. . . Shantelle Taylor {Taylor Wilde in TNA}. . . Shark Girl. . . Alexa Thatcher. . . Krissy Vaine! Visit the following link to download the SHIMMER Compilation video ~ http://www.sendspace.com/file/rtuftq The file's 131 MB in size, for optimum playback on your computer. Help spread the word about this FREE download to other wrestling fans, who may not be familiar with SHIMMER! Consider it done, ladies!
- Women's professional wrestling will be the topic of discussion on today's edition of The Mouthpiece Wrestling Show, hosted by NECW & World Women's Wrestling promoter Sheldon Goldberg. The show airs on 1510 AM, The Zone, in the Boston area from 6-7pm EST. You can also listen to the live stream of the show from the station's web site ~ http://www.1510thezone.com/ NECW & WWW are in action this weekend, with live events on Saturday & Sunday in Quincy, Massachusetts, featuring the return of WWW to the Boston Area. To help promote the event, they'll be discussing the rise in women's wrestling on the indie scene as part of the broadcast. WWW Champion "Portuguese Princess" Ariel will join Sheldon & Dave Prazak in discussing the shows this weekend, as well as SHIMMER & women's wrestling in general. An archive with past editions of The Mouthpiece Wrestling Show's also on the web. You can listen to interviews with TNA Management Representative Jim Cornette, WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan, Chris Cruise, "Forever Hardcore" Documentarian Jeremy Borash, Mike Quackenbush, WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross & others right now @ http://necwwrestling.com/mouthpiece-archive.htm
- That bastion of trustworthiness, http://www.PWInsider.com is reporting that former RAW & TNA Women's champion Gail Kim will be joining the Smackdown! brand, once she makes her return. PWInsider also adds that Kim was backstage Monday @ RAW, shooting promotional photos & chroma-key footage & could return as soon as Friday's SmackDown in Albany, New York. Gail departed TNA Wrestling in mid-August after her contract expired & couldn't reach an agreement over a new 1. The soon-to-be-a-WWE-Diva-again did a brand new Q&A on her website last week, her 1st in several months. She doesn't, however, speak out on WWE. Kim spoke out on still watching TNA {she likes the Main Event Mafia storyline}, the TNA Knockouts DVD release, being roommates with Traci Brooks, preparing for the ladder match @ Sacrifice back in May, if her training has changed during her time off, if she's met Lena Yada & WWE developmental wrestler Angela Fong & more. Check all that out @ http://www.thegailkim.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=2527
- Smackdown Divas champion Michelle McCool has posted a new blog on the WWE Universe site, talking about returning home from the recent overseas tour & seeing her family. She also offered some interesting comments on being the Divas Champion, saying "there's nothing I've been more proud of than becoming Divas Champion, but it hasn't come without a price. I realize that the target on my back continues to grow larger each week. I'm constanly watching my back. Sometimes it's easy to get frustrated or discouraged with all that's going on around you, which's why I want to just end with a couple of quotes I find encouraging." Check out her whole blog @ http://fans.wwe.com/michellemccool/blog/2008/11/19/home_sweet_home
- In other WWE Universe-blogging Divas news, SmackDown backstage announcer Eve Torres has posted a new blog talking about her photo spread in the latest issue of Muscle & Fitness magazine. Torres also talks about something she's often asked about -- when's she going to wrestle? >B?"As you may know, I've been SmackDown's backstage interviewer since my debut after the Diva Search. Now don't get me wrong, I do love getting the scoop backstage from our Superstars. . . but a while back, there was something inside of me that sparked. . . then, slowly, it turned into a small flame. . . & now I can say that there's a fire inside of me that's burning for competition. I only hinted to {Smackdown General Manager} Vickie Guerrero that I wanted a chance to compete in the ring & I was laughed @. I know it won't be easy. From being around the Superstars & Divas, I know that it'll take a lot of dedication to training & hard work, but all I'm looking for is the opportunity to compete & to learn. So, my answer to you is 'Hopefully, soon' but I'll need to earn my opportunity, just like every1 else has." Read the whole thing @ http://fans.wwe.com/wweeve/blog/2008/11/21/muscle__fitness_magazine_and_my_answer_to_when_are_you_going_to_wrestle
- Monday night's edition of RAW saw the much-anticipated return of 2-time Women's Champion Melina Perez, who scored the pinfall over Katie Lea Burchill in the 6-Diva match. This was Melina's 1st WWE appearance since June 23rd, 2008, where she injured her ankle when she fell from the turnbuckle in a match. Perez was originally scheduled to return in January, so her return's way ahead of schedule. Also, WWE kind of botched the surprise by accidentally playing her video on the TitanTron while Candice Michelle Beckman made her entrance. Oopsy!!
- As also seen on RAW Monday, a female in the front row was seen holding a sign reading "Glamazon in Training." WWE's cameras closed in on her, while Women's champion "Glamazon" Beth Phoenix made her entrance for the Divas match. This is, of course, WWE developmental Diva Milena Roucka, who was brought on the road for this week's television tapings. Roucka's a former Diva Search contestant & has been in developmental for over 2 years. Man, she must be really developed by now, then. . . !
- All week long on http://www.WWE.com the site will feature conversations between the WWE Divas & the Pussycat Dolls. They recently released their 2nd studio album, Doll Domination. In the 1st interview, Kelly Kelly interviews the blonde 1 with normal looking hair, Ashley Roberts. Tuesday, SmackDown Diva Maria Kanellis talked with the group's ring leader, Nicole Scherzinger. Well whoopie-friggin'-do! In case you are having a hard time getting it up, though, check out http://www.wwe.com/inside/overtheropes/divasdolls/kellyashley
- The WWE site has posted new photos of Layla El, who accompanied William Regal for his match @ Sunday night's Survivor Series pay-per-view, after a strange 1-week hiatus from RAW. Layla got involved in the match, as she threw her shoe @ CM Punk in the night's classic moment! You can see the photos @ http://www.wwe.com/superstars/raw/layla/photos1/morestudios/
- As seen on RAW last week, ECW Owner Stephanie McMahon wore glasses. For what it's worth, she doesn't wear the glasses backstage, so it's all part of her look for television. GASP!! Somebody in wrestling pretending to do something that they don't need to do, just so it'll look good?! I'm do disenfranchised. . . !
Posted on Nov 28, 2008, 1:18 PM from IP address 134.153.20.97
- Wednesday night's series finale of the FX series "The Shield" had a storyline loosely based on the death of Chris Benoit. During the final episode, Detective Shane Vendrell, 1 of the main characters, kills himself & his family in order to prevent any of them from suffering, because of the hole he'd dug himself into throughout the series. Ultimately, Shane kills himself & overdoses his pregnant wife & son with painkillers that were placed in their drinks. He placed them on the bed with flowers & a toy in their hands. Their bodies, laying peacefully with their hands on their chest, is eerily reminiscent of the real-life Chris Benoit murder-suicide incident. The creator of the show said the original script called for the main character to get caught by police, but he told the writers to make it similar to what the wrestler did last year. Next month, check out your favourite TV shows' season finales, as Mohinder Suresh gets knifed by Clair Bennet in a dirty locker room in Puerto Rico, while Sealy Booth puts on a stormtrooper mask with glitter on it & falls through a styrofoam wall.
- Those waiting for Reid Flair's 1st official pro wrestling match will have to wait a couple more weeks. The 20-year-old son of 16-time world champion & WWE Hall of Famer "Nature Boy" Ric Flair was forced to pull out of what had been billed as his pro wrestling debut, due to "health issues." The bout had been scheduled November 22nd on a PCW (Pro Championship Wrestling) show in Oak Lawn, Illinois. "He had a real bad gum infection," said Slick Ricr. "He had to sit out for a week & we weren't sure whether or not he was going to have to have surgery, because he had a bone exposed. I had to take him off the show in Chicago. But they treated it & it's fine now." Reid & older brother David, managed by their father, will meet The Nasty Boys (Jerry Saggs & Brian Knobbs), managed by WWE Hall of Famer "Mouth of the South" Jimmy Hart. Flair said he handpicked the opponents. "I love Jerry & Brian. They're awesome & Brian's so entertaining." Reid Flair, an amateur standout who has spent the past year training with his dad & George South in Charlotte, moved to Eldon, Missouri, last week to begin 3 months of training under the legendary Harley Race. Flair will join another 2nd-generation product, Ricky Steamboat Junior @ Race's wrestling academy. Steamboat, who also trained this past year with his father, Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat & South, is scheduled to leave the camp after the 1st of the year, to train in Pro Wrestling NOAH's dojo in Japan. Other 2nd- & 3rd-generation wrestlers who have trained or are currently training under Race are Mike DiBiase & Ted DiBiase Junior (sons of "$1,000,000 Man" Ted DiBiase & grandsons of the late Mike DiBiase), as well as Joe & Amy Hennig (son & daughter of the late Curt "Mister Perfect" Hennig & grandson & granddaughter of Larry "The Axe" Hennig). As if Reid's pro wrestling debut wasn't already going to generate some attention, there's been even more star power tossed into the mix. http://www.Highppots.com has announced that WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan will be the special guest referee for Reid Flair's debut match next month. The match will happen @ an indy show on December 6th @ Vance Nebulon High School in Charlotte, North Carolia. Also announced for the December 6th Charlotte event's the Midnight Express (Stan Lane & Bobby Eaton) versus The Rock & Roll Express (Ricky Morton & Robert Gibson). For ticket information, visit http://www.Highspots.com
- Without the press present & no big build up or hoopla, "Big" Vito LoGrasso won his 1st Mixed Martial Arts fight in the Dominican Republic. The fight went 3 rounds, with Vito winning on a decision. "The Wrestling Business has been on a down slide, so I finally decided to get off the couch & do it! It was a huge learning experience! MMA's no joke. It's to be taken seriously & isn't something for the average person, with no experience, to do. It takes a lot of commitment & training." The whole event had little glitz & glamour, with not a lot of people present. Vito had been discussing doing the transition for over a year, but continues to wrestle with Independents & Nu Wrestling Evolution in Europe. "You have to have heart, determination & skills. I'm happy to know that, if I wanted to do this on a full-time basis, I could be successful." It says a lot for The Toughest Man to Ever Wear a Dress. Big Vito doesn't have the Amateur Wrestling status that most do who switch fields, but he survived his 1st fight. He returned to the US with a coupla black eyes & bruised ribs. For more information or to book Big Vito please contact vitobookings@yahoo.com
- Jerry Jarrett's back with another weekly edition of the very popular . This week, Jerry gives advice to people that are already in the business. He talks about how a major problem's how wrestlers simply don't listen to their boss. He says that the boss isn't the person that signs their cheques, it's the fans. Jarrett talks about when he was in TNA, that too many of the wrestlers worked like it was a circus instead of a wrestling match. He said 1 time he tried to give advice to 1 of the wrestlers & they said in return that they've been getting 4-star match reviews in the newsletters as of late. He says a match can't be planned from the opening to the final bell. Jerry says if an angle doesn't
click the 1st night, it's never going to get any better. He's amazed that promoters don't sit in the crowd & watch their matches. Both Jim Crockett & Vince McMahon would always watch every match they were promoting. Listen to it now @ http://www.WhosSlammingWho.podomatic.com
- Ring of Honor filmed "Rising Above" for a January 2009 Pay-Per-View release this past Saturday, November 22nd @ the Frontier Fieldhouse in Chicago Ridge, Illinois. Among the matches on the card, SHIMMER Champion MsChif put the title on the line against former SHIMMER Champion Sara Del Rey. Sara was accompanied to the ring by her ROH agent Larry Sweeney, who negotiated for Del Rey's rematch for the title, to take place in ROH competition, where Del Rey has been dominant in recent months. MsChif ultimately retained the title, after hitting the 'Desecrator' Scissored DDT to score the pinfall. Photos from the match are currently available @ http://www.topropephotography.com/ courtesy of photographer Ricky Havilk, who was ringside for the bout.
- Pro Wrestling Syndicate returns live Saturday night, December 6th @ The Yonkers PAL Building on 127 North Broadway in Yonkers, New York, with an 8pm bell time. 4 WAY NO DQ MATCH FOR PWS CHAMPIONSHIP, Sabu versus Sandman versus Grim Reefer versus champion Devon Moore. . . AMBULANCE MATCH, Eddie Kingston {with Gorgeous George} versus Kevin Matthews {with Terri Runnels}. . . PWS TAG TEAM ACTION, Air-O-Dynamic (The Dynamic Sensation & Javi Air) versus The Spanish Announce Team (Joel & Jose Maximo). . . "The Ugandan Giant" Kamala versus 1 Warrior Nation. . . "The New Age Punisher" B-Boy versus "The Cold Hearted Playa" Danny Demanto. . . Tommy Suede versus Pinkie Sanchez. . . Romeo Roselli versus Julio Dinero {with Miss Michelle}. . . 8-MAN GAUNTLET MATCH, "Golden Lynx" Lince Dorado versus Azrieal versus Bandido Junior versus Adam Flash versus 3 other Mystery Opponents. . . PLUS APPEARANCES BY Commissioner Iron Sheik, VH1 Reality Show star 12 Pack {from ), Rocksha 337, Hot 97's Peter Rosenberg, Universal Records hip hop star Poison Pen, Opie & Anthony star Sam. AUTOGRAPH SIGNING 7:30-8pm featuring: Terri Runnels, Kamala, Sabu, Sandman, Iron Sheik, 12 Pack & Gorgeous George. PWS PRE SHOW ACTION starting @ 7pm, The Urban Legends versus Da Hoodz. . . Tyler Veritas versus Adam Cole. . . plus more! Tickets are on sale now, starting @ $15 US. You can order tickets by phone {free shipping} by calling 1-800-838-3006 or by visiting http://www.ProWrestlingSyndicate.com
- Championship Wrestling TV for November 22nd's Now Online @ http://www.ChampionshipWrestlingTV.com Before getting to the line up for the episode, we have some breaking news: Brian Logan defeated Tony Givens last Friday night in Buckhannon, West Virginia & is once again the AWA World Heavyweight Champion for a 2nd time. . . We'll here from both men on the episode of Championship Wrestling TV. In this week's Main Event, CW Television Champion, "Notorious" Nick Hammonds defends his title against "The Cold" Alyx Winters, who's held every title in Championship Wrestling, except for the Television Title. He'll attempt to become CW's 2nd only Triple Crown Champion. Also. . . National Heavyweight Champion, Robbie Cassidy takes on Mister Bolo in a Non-Title Match. Cassidy defeated Bolo on November 1st in Kingsport in a grueling match. Last week, Robbie said he was willing to defend the title against Bolo again. However, Clarence Clippenback has ruled this match's not for the title. You know Mister Bolo will be out for blood after losing out on his 2nd chance @ the title. Plus -- Brian Phoenix makes his singles return to Championship Wrestling, as he takes on 1/2 of the Hit Squad, The Jin. You'll see all this & much more on this episode of Championship Wrestling TV ~ http://www.ChampionshipWrestlingTV.com
- The new trailer for the movie 'The Wrestler' has been released by Fox Searchlight & it gives the 1st detailed look of the masterpiece that director Darren Aronofsky has managed to create, with Mickey Rourke portraying the character of wrestling star Randy "Ram" Robinson. The movie has already won several awards @ film festivals & Rourke's rumoured to be 1 of the nominated guys for best actor @ the upcoming Academy Awards for his role in the movie. You can check out the trailer
- Paul Heyman's posted an article @ the UK Sun website commenting on WWE's "ill-conceived" Jeff Hardy hospitalization storyline over the weekend, which he says is downright bad for business. After stating that it would be "rather hypocritical" for him to point fingers about whether a storyline crossed any lines, Heyman asks, "What was so wrong about the storyline? Was it that WWE has blurred the line on its own in-house website, which's where news like Eddie Guerrero's death or the Chris Benoit family tragedy has been 1st broken? Was it the eerie feeling some people had on the morning of a big show, hearing about a top star being found unconscious in a hotel, invoking memories of Eddie & even Brian Pillman? We're back to the issue of 'taste'" Heyman adds, "For some people, the manner in which WWE presented this storyline twist was just revolting. The callous view taken by WWE chairman Vince McMahon & those around him, not even taking into account how brazenly insensitive this storyline may be viewed, is yet another in a long line of demonstrations by McMahon that getting people talking is paramount." Heyman continues to discuss the other reasons WWE simply viewed as "low brow" entertainment & unable to secure coveted advertising partners. You can read the entire piece @ http://www.TheSun.co.uk
- Indy promotion Velocity Pro Wrestling has had a falling out with booking agent Rob Feinstein. As a result, a number of wrestlers have been pulled from an upcoming show in Philadelphia, including Steve Corino, Stevie Richards, Kenny Omega, Amazing Red, B.J. Whitmer & Dan Maff. VPW Staff apologize for any inconvenience.
- http://www.LordsofPain.net Reader Darren Bloch sent this in: "I was looking for some new apps for my G1 phone, happened upon a review for phonefusion's voicemail plus {video voicemail} & then I figured I'd watch a video demonstrating it on the ZDnet blog page. . . lo & behold, it was Stevie Richards {aka Michael Manna} giving the demo."
- In a rematch of the main event @ SummerSlam 1995, Kevin Nash wrestled Big Daddy V @ an NWA event in Canada over the weekend. The same number of people cared.
- In addition to Smackdown Tag Team champions Carlito Caribbean Cool & Primo Colon, recently-released WWE performers Elijah Burke, Armando Alejandro Estrada & Charles "The Hammer" Evans are set to appear @ Abdullah the Butcher's upcoming retirement show in Puerto Rico. This'll be the 3 wrestlers' 1st wrestling show appearances since their respective releases from WWE. Abdullah will be wrestling Balls Mahoney. TNA referee Shane Sewell's also set to wrestle on the show, under his other ring name Shane "The Canadian Glamour Boy." He's wrestling Charles Evans.
- The Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame ~ based out of Amsterdam, New York ~ announced their inductees for the Class of 2009 Wednesday, after tallying the results of invited voters last week. They released the following statement on their website: "The Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame & Museum's proud to announce the names of the 2009 Induction Class. Inductees include: Evan "Strangler" Lewis, Wladek Zbyszko, Billy Graham, Jay Strongbow, "Macho Man" Randy Savage, "Mister Wonderful" Paul Orndorff, Antonio Inoki, the tag team of Mark Lewin & Don Curtis, Lou Albano & Donna Christantello. The Senator Hugh Farley Award will be given to Hank Garrett." For more information on the Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame & Museum, visit http://www.PWHF.org
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- November 22nd: Former World Championship Wrestler Lash LeRoux. . .
- November 23rd: 2001 Tough Enough Runner-Up Taylor Matheny. . . All Japan Pro Wrestler Kohei Suwama. . .
- November 24th: RAW women's champion "Glamazon" Beth Phoenix. . .
- November 25th: Former World Wide Wrestling Federation Tag Team co-champion Johnny Valiant. . . 2001 Tough Enough Runner-Up Josh Mathews. . .
- November 26th: Former NWA Tag Team Division Mainstay Blackjack Muilligan. . . Former WWF Women's champion Ivory. . . Former WWF Wrestler "UnderFaker" Brian Lee. . . 2001 Tough Enough "Winner" Maven. . . Ultimate Pro Wrestler Johnny Riggs. . .
- November 27th: "Former" World Wrestling Federation & World Championship Wrestler "British Bulldog" Davey Boy Smith. . . former AWA & WWF WRestler "Playboy" Buddy Rose. . . Former Extreme Championship Wrestler "911" Al Poling. . . Former World Championship Wrestler Evan Karagias. . .
- November 28th: Ring of Honor Wrestler "Shooter" Brent Albright. . . former World Wrestling Entertainer Rob Conway. . . Ring of Honor Mainstay Joel Maximo. . .
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THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY: I <I>still</I> love making up Tag Team names!!
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- November 22nd:
{1954} Promoter Jess Roderick McMahon @ age 72. . .
{1990} World Wrestling Federation's "Survivor Series" @ the Hartford Civic Center in Hartford, Connecticut. . .
{1992} Jeff Jarrett won a Battle Royal for the USWA Unified Heavyweight title. . .
{1993} Buddy Landell defeated Jeff Jarrett for the USWA Southern Heavyweight title. . .
{1997} Joey Matthews defeated The Intruder for the SCW Light Heavyweight title, Boris Dragoff defeated K.C. Thunder for the SCW North Carolina Heavyweight title & Thunderin' Cacalacky {Cueball Carmichael & CW Anderson} defeated Death & Destruction {Frank Parker & Roger Anderson} for the SCW Tag Team titles. . .
{1998} World championship Wrestling's "World War III" @ The Palace in Auburn Hills, Michigan, where Billy Kidman defeated Juventud Guerrera for the WCW Cruiserweight title. . .
{1999} Creative Control {Ron & Don Harris} defeated the Filthy Animals {Billy Kidman & Konnan} for the WCW Tag Team titles. . .
{2000} Former All Japan Pro Wrestler Yoshihiro Momota died @ age 54. . . Scott Hall was arrested for traffic infractions following a 2-car accident & found to be legally intoxicated. . .
{2002} Former AWA & USWA Tag Team co-champion "Sweet Music Man" Billy Joe Travis died of a heart attack. . . The Amazing Red defeated Quiet Storm, Deranged, & Reefer for the vacant USA Pro-Wrestling United States Title, then lost it to Homicide, who also defeated Xavier for the X-Treme Title, Excelsior!! {Wayne & The Trekkie} defeated The Boogie Knights {Sisqo & "Das Wunderkind" Alex Wright} for the USA Pro-Wrestling Tag Team Titles & Sabu defeated The Sandman in a TLC Match for the vacant Heavyweight Title. . .
- November 23rd:
{1961} the Unamerican Americans {"Texas" Bob Geigel & Otto Von Krupp} defeated Pain University {"Professor" Dale Lewis & "Hercules" Pat Kennedy} for the AWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1979} Kevin Von Erich defeated Dick Murdoch for the Missouri State Heavyweight title. . .
{1981} Pedro Morales defeated Magnificent Muraco for the WWWF Intercontinental title. . .
{1989} World Wrestling Federation's "Survivor Series" @ the Rosemont Horizon in Chicago, Illinois. . .
{1994} Former AAA & World Championship Wrestler Art Barr @ age 28 died of drug related causes. . . World Wrestling Federation's "Survivor Series" @ the Freeman Coliseum in San Antonio, Texas, where 2 Dudes With Attitude {2016 WWE Hall of Famer "HeartBreak Kid" Shawn Michaels & Diesel} split up & abandoned the WWF Tag Team titles, then Bob Backlund defeated Bret Hart for the WWF Heavyweight title. . .
{1995} Brad Armstrong defeated Terry Gordy for the Smoky Mountain Heavyweight title. . .
{1996} the Waffling Anglicans {Justin St. John & Steve Flynn} defeated Fall Bracnh, Tennessee's Favourite Tag Team {Dan Cooley & Scott Sterling} for the SSW Tag Team titles, then Gorgeous George III defeated Chris Stephenson for the Heavweight title. . .
{1997} World Championship Wrestling's "World War III" @ the Palace in Auburn Hills, Michigan. . . Rip Rogers defeated Bill Dundee for the Ohio Valley Heavyweight title. . .
- November 24th:
{1983} National Wrestling Association's "Starrcade" @ the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, North Carolina, where Old School & Youngblood {Ricky "the Dragon" Steamboat & Jay Youngblood} defeated the Brisco Brothers {Jack & Jerry Brisco} for the NWA Tag Team titles & WWE Hall of Famer "Nature Boy" Ric Flair defeated fellow HoF'er Harley Race for the NWA Heavyweight Wrestling title. . .
{1988} World Wrestling Federation's "Survivor Series" @ the Richfield Coliseum in Richfield, Ohio. . .
{1990} Ain't We Great? {Jeff Jarrett & Cody Michaels} defeated Dangerous & Dirty {"Dangerous" Doug Gilbert & "Dirty White Boy" Tony Anthony} for the USWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1993} World Wrestling Federation's "Survivor Series" @ the Boston Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. . . The Heavenly Bodies {"Gigelo" Jimmy Del Ray & "Doctor of Desire" Tom Prichard} defeated the Rock & Roll Express {Ricky Morton & Robert Gibson} for the Smoky Mountain Tag Team titles. . .
{1996} World Championship Wrestling's "World War III" @ The Scope in Norfolk, Virginia. . .
{1997} The New Age Outlaws {"Road Dogg" Jesse James & "Bad Ass" Billy Gunn} defeated Legion of Doom {Road Warrior Hawk & Road Warrior Animal} for the WWF Tag Team titles. . .
{1998} the Lords of the Ring {Nick Dinsmore & Rob Conway} defeated The Andretti Express {Vito & Guido Andretti} for the Ohio Valley Southern Heavyweight Tag Titles. . .
{2003} 1950s NWA Heavyweight champion Richard "Dick" Hutton died of natural causes @ age 80. . .
- November 25th:
{1982} Stagger Lee defeated Ted DiBiase for the Mid-South North American Heavyweight title. . .
{1985} Fabulous Moolah (as the Spider Woman) defeated Wendi Richter for the WWF Women's title. . .
{1986} Kareem Muhammad defeated Barry Windham for the Florida State Heavyweight title. . .
{1991} Full & Young {Robert Fuller & the Young Gun} defeated the Tarheelians {Doug Masters & Bart Sawyer} for the USWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1992} WTBS announcer Freddy Miller died of a heart attack @ age 65. . . World Wrestling Federation's "Survivor Series" @ the Richfield Coliseum in Richfield, Ohio. . .
{1995} Tommy Rich defeated Brad Armstrong for the Smokey Mountain Heavyweight title. . .
- November 26th:
{1942} Ed Strangler Lewis defeated Orville Brown for the MWA World Heavyweight title. . .
{1960} the Fabulous Kangaroos {Al Costello & Roy Heffernan} defeated Where Are Rip Rogers & Little Eagle? {Johnny Valentine & Chief Big Heart} for the WWWF Tag Team titles. . .
{1976} Jack Brisco defeated Bob Backlund for the Missouri State Heavyweight title. . .
{1987} Survivor Series" @ the Richfield Coliseum in Richfield, Ohio. . . NWA World Champinship Wrestling's "Starrcade" @ the UIC Pavilion in Chicago, Illinois, where WWE Hall of Famer "American Dream" Dusty Rhodes defeated Lex Luger for the NWA United States title & WWE Hall of Famer "Nature Boy" Ric Flair defeated Ronnie Garvin for the Heavyweight Wrestling title. . .
{1992} The Heavenly Bodies {"Sweet" Stan Lane & "Doctor of Desire" Tom Prichard} defeated the Rock & Roll Express {Ricky Morton & Robert Gibson} for the Smoky Mountain Tag Team titles. . .
{1994} Diesel defeated Bob Backlund for the WWF Heavyweight title. . .
{1995} World Championship Wrestling's "World War III" @ the Scope in Norfolk, Virginia, where MC "Macho Man" Randy Savage won the WCW Heavyweight title in a 60 man battle royal. . . Smoky Mountain Wrestling ceased operation. . .
{1999} Damien Steele eliminated Kronus in a battle royal to to become the 1st XPW Heavyweight Champion. . .
{2000} World Champinship Wrestling's "Mayhem" @ the US Cellular Arena in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where General Hugh G. Rection defeated Lance Storm for the WCW United States title, the InSiders {Kevin Nash & Diamond Dallas Page} defeated the Perfect Event {Chuck Palumbo & Shawn Stasiak} for the Tag Team titles & Scott Steiner defeated Booker T for the Heavyweight title. . .
{2003} the Riggs Brothers {Johnny & Jason Riggs} defeated the Most Improved Wrestlers {Chad Collyer & Drew Johnson} in a tournament final to win the vacant Heartland Wrestling Association Tag Team Titles. . .
- November 27th:
{1942} Bobby Managoff defeated Yvon Robert for the NWA Heavyweight Wrestling title. . .
{1970} El Solitario defeated Rey Mendoza for the EMLL NWA Light Heavyweight title. . .
{1980} Al Fredericks & Bolo Mongol {Paul Jones & Masked Superstar} defeated "Classy" Freddie Blassie Made Us Do It {Ray Stevens & Jimmy Snuka} for the NWA World Tag Team titles. . .
{1986} Tully Blanchard defeated WWE Hall of Famer "American Dream" Dusty Rhodes for the NWA Television title. . .
{1991} World Wrestling Federation's "Survivor Series" @ the Joe Louis Arena in Detroit, Michigan, where The UnderTaker defeated Hulk Hogan for the WWF Heavyweight title. . .
{1992} The Rock & Roll Express {Ricky Morton & Robert Gibson} defeated the Heavenly Bodies {"Sweet" Stan Lane ""Doctor of Desire" Tom Prichard} for the Smoky Mountain Tag Team titles. . .
{1993} PG-13 {JC Ice & Wolfie D} defeated Our Dads Are Way More Over Than We Are {Jeff Jarrett & Brian Christopher} for the USWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1994} Bull Nakano defeated Alundra Blaze for the WWF Women's title. . .
{1997} the Pretty Devils {Thrillbilly & Shane Eden} defeated the Centerfolds for the Music City Southern Tag Team titles & . . .
{1999} Former Jim Crocket Promotions Wrestler Hiro Matsuda died of cancer @ age 62. . .
- November 28th:
{1963} The Crusher defeated Verne Gagne for the AWA Heavyweight title. . .
{1985} National Wrestling Association's "Starrcade" @ the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, North Carolina & The Omni in Atlanta, Georgia, where the Rock & Roll Express {Ricky Morton & Robert Gibson} defeated the Volkoffs {Ivan & Nikita Koloff} for the NWA Tag Team titles & Magnum TA defeated Tully Blanchard for the United States title. . . Buddy Landel defeated Terry Taylor for the Georgia National Heavyweight title. . .
{1986} National Wrestling Association's "Starrcade" @ the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, North Carolina & The Omni in Atlanta, Georgia. . .
{1992} The Heavenly Bodies {"Sweet" Stan Lane & "Doctor of Desire" Tom Prichard} defeated the Rock & Roll Express {Ricky Morton & Robert Gibson} for the Smoky Mountain Tag Team titles. . .
{2001} Leviathan {Dave "The Animal" Batista} defeated Doug Basham for the Ohio Valley Heavyweight title. . .
ARTIST "SONG" {ALBUM}
ALTERBRIDGE "METALINGUS" {1 DAY REMAINS}
GUNS & ROSES "CHINESE DEMOCRACY" {CHINESE DEMOCRACY}
WORD UP "DUSTED" {HTTP://WWW.WWE.COM}
HOMEBWOI "HARD HITTIN'" {WWE WRECKLESS INTENT}
DISTURBED "WELCOME BURDEN" {WWF FORCABLE ENTRY}
SATRICON "REPLINED BASTARD NATION" {VOLCANO}
AMANDA MARSHALL "IF I DIDN'T HAVE YOU" {TUESDAY's CHILD}
LIMP BIZKIT FEATURING EVERLAST "FAITH (REMIX)" {WCW MAYHEM: The MUSIC}
DIRT SHEET "PRE-SURVIVOR SERIES" {HTTP://WWW.WWE.COM}
FALL OUT BOY "I'VE GOT A DARK ALLEY & A BAD IDEA THAT SAYS YOU SHOULD SHUT YOUR MOUTH" {FROM UNDER The CORK TREE}
ROB ZOMBIE "NEVER GONNA STOP (BLACK AT CROSSING MIX" {WWF FORCABLE ENTRY}
MC 'MACHO MAN' RANDY SAVAGE "MY PERFECT FRIEND" {BE a MAN}
'MISTER PERFECT' KURT HENNIG "I'm PERFECT" {WWF SUPERSTARS: WRESTLEMANIA The ALBUM}
OUR LADY PEACE, KORN & STEVE WHITE "KORN BEATS" {ANTHOLOGY - REMIXES}
JIMMY HART "CRANK IT UP" {PILEDRIVER: The WRESTLING ALBUM 2}
AL SNOW "UNITED KINGDOM" {ANTHOLOGY - WWF ATTITUDE}
DALE OLIVER "SONNY SIAKI" {ANTHOLOGY - TNA}
JOHN E. MEMPHIS FEATURING XHALE "NEWFOUNDLANDERZ" {ANTHOLOGY - 709 REPRESENT!}
STRIKE FORCE "GIRLS IN CARS" {ANTHOLOGY - WWF}
QUEEN "GIMME The PRIZE" {ULTIMATE QUEEN}
LOS GUERREROS "WE LIE, WE CHEAT, WE STEAL" {WWE ORIGINALS}
TRISH STRATUS "I JUST WANT YOU" {WWE ORIGINALS}
JILLIAN HALL "HAVE YOURSELF A MERRY LITTLE CHRISTMAS" {A JINGLE WITH JILLIAN}
WCW "BILL GOLDBERG 1st" {ANTHOLOGY - WCW}
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HEADLINE NEWS: RING RUST's Year-End Top 50 Countdown!
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- It's that time again, kiddies! It's time for me to open up the polls & allow you, the great RING RUST listeners, to tell ME what to play during the Year-End Countdown!
Do you have a favourite wrestling song that you've heard on my show? Do you think I should play a particular theme more often? Here's your chance to make your voice heard.
Just submit your TOP 5 WRESTLING-RELATED SONGS {be they entrance themes, pay-per-view themes, tribute songs, Top 40 songs that have been
Posted on Nov 21, 2008, 1:09 PM from IP address 134.153.20.4
HEADLINE NEWS: RING RUST's Year-End Top 50 Countdown!
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- It's that time again, kiddies! It's time for me to open up the polls & allow you, the great RING RUST listeners, to tell ME what to play during the Year-End Countdown!
Do you have a favourite wrestling song that you've heard on my show? Do you think I should play a particular theme more often? Here's your chance to make your voice heard.
Just submit your TOP 5 WRESTLING-RELATED SONGS {be they entrance themes, pay-per-view themes, tribute songs, Top 40 songs that have been "converted" to fit wrestling, or whatever} to ring-rust@hotmail.com between now & December 19th, for inclusion into the YEAR-END TOP 50 COUNTDOWN!!
Remember, submit your 5 favourite songs {& if necessary, what relevance they have toward wrestling, if they're not WWE or TNA} as well as why you feel these deserve to be included in the RING RUST YEAR-END TOP 50 COUNTDOWN & I'll be seeing you on December 26th with #50-26!
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PAY-PER-VIEW NEWS: Turning Point, Survivor Series, Genesis, 'Mania & Final Resolution
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- Kevin Nash recommended to TNA officials that they remove the intoxicated Scott Hall from backstage @ the Turning Point Pay-Per-View. He even suggested that police should escort him out, which had Hall upset @ Big Sexy, but he left without causing a scene. Despite Nash mentioning Scott Hall's name in promos, TNA had no plans to use him for the Samoa Joe versus Kevin Nash match. His appearance that night happened to be a coincidence. People backstage were concerned, after Hall appeared ringside, as fans were more interested in him than the Sheik Abdul Bashir versus Rhino match. They thought, if he were there during the main event, that it would take away from the match because fans would think he'd interfere @ some point of time to give Nash the win. Hall was seen sitting with 2 Juggalos from the Insane Clown Posse.
- The 1st traditional Survivor Series match for this year's pay-per-view has been announced & it will involve Team HBK versus Team JBL. 2016 WWE Hall of Famer "HeartBreak Kid" Shawn Michaels will captain his side, along with RAW's Rey Misterio Junior & Cryme Tyme, as well as Smackdown's Great Khali, to take on RAW's John Brad$haw Layfield & Kane, Smackdown's Montell Vontavius Porter & ECWWE's Altered Reality (Mike "The Miz" Mizanin & John Morrison). Another 5-on-5 match was announced during the Smackdown! tapings Tuesday. RAW's Dave "The Animal" Batista will captain his team, which also includes RAW Tag Team champions the New Generation (CM Punk & Kofi Kingston), ECWWWE Heavyweight champion Matt Hardy & Smackdown's "R-Truth" Ron killings, to take on team captain RAW's "Legend Killer" Randy Orton, RAW's Cody Rhodes, Smackdown United States champion "Gold Standard" Shelton Benjamin, RAW InterContinental champion William Regal & ECWWE's "World's Strongest Man" Mark Henry.
- TNA Wrestling will be taking the January pay-per-view on the road, as Genesis kicks off the Pay-Per-View year in Charlotte, North Carolina @ the Cricket Arena. http://www.Ticketmaster.com will be holding a pre-sale for the event starting today from 10AM EST until 1 minute before Midnight on the same day. Fans who wish to purchase tickets before they go on sale to the general public the next day, can do so by using the promo code FOLEY. Ticket prices will range from $20 to $150 US ringside. The show's on January 11th. Get 'em while they're HAWT!!
- In a press release issued earlier Monday, WWE announced that ticket sales for WrestleMania have already exceeded $4,800,000 US, with fans from 24 countries, all 50 states & 7 Canadian provinces planning to attend the 25th anniversary event. No number of ticket sales has been released, but judging from http://www.Ticketmaster.com it seems that tickets are moving slower than previous 'Manias. The show's expected to bring upwards of $50,000,000 US into the local economy, with a week-long schedule of activities in Houston. Of course, WWE has absolutely no history of inflating any previous WrestleMania figures. . . or in the case of 1 of the earliest show, deflating the overall headcount!!
- In a desperate publicity stunt, TNA Wrestling issued a press release Tuesday announcing that Alaska governor & former Vice Presidential candidate Sarah Palin will be invited to become an honourary member of The Beautiful People. TNA President Dixie Carter has said that she'll personally fly the Governor & her husband from Alaska to Orlando, Florida, to appear @ the
December pay-per-view Final Resolution. In addition, TNA will present Governor Palin with a $50,000 US cheque made out to the charity of her choice, or make the donation to the youth hockey association in her native Wasilla, Alaska. The company formally invited her on last night's edition of TNA iMPACT! on Spike TV. "Governor Palin has combined her experiences as a wife & mother, with her political savvy, to prove to America & the world that politics aren't just a man's game. I know 1st-hand what challenges you have to face when breaking a glass ceiling in a male-dominate profession," Carter said. We've received the poster for the December TNA pay-per-view, featuring the Main Event Mafia -- Legends champion Booker TNA, Kevin Nash, Scott Steiner, TNA Heavyweight champion Sting & Kurt Angle -- all decked out in black suits,with the tag line "Respect Is Earned" & the PPV logo @ the bottom. This will be the 2nd Final Resolution of this year, as the show usually airs in January; however TNA moved it to December. You can see it @ http://www.wrestling-online.com/news/TNA/Final_Res_08_poster.shtml
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WWE NEWS: cuts, DVDs, marrying men & On Demand 24/7
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- WWE Hall-of-Famer Jim Ross updated his blog & you can read the latest posting @ http://www.jrsbarbq.com
- The cuts following the disappointing 3rd quarter financial results started Saturday with WWE firing 2 Superstars. The 1st casualties are Paul London & Chuck Palumbo. London's been employed by the company since 2003 & spent until mid-2007 on the Smackdown! brand, before moving to RAW in last year's draft. During his time in WWE, London won the Smackdown Cruiserweight title, the Smackdown Tag Team title twice -- once with Billy Kidman & again with Brian Kendrick -- & the RAW Tag Team title once, also with Kendrick. Palumbo 1st moved to WWE when his contract was bought along with WCW in 2001 & stayed there until 2004, before he was released. In 2005 he was brought back to the Smackdown! brand & in this year's draft he moved to Monday Night RAW; however he never appeared on the show. 3 more have joined the unemployed list, as Kenny Dykstra, Elijah Burke & Lena Yada were released from their WWE contracts effective Monday. Dykstra -- who was 17 when he made his WWE debut -- signed with the company in 2003 & was thrown into to the Spirit Squad group on RAW. He was drafted to Smackdown! in 2007, where he was barely used. Burke joined WWE in 2006 & after a short stint on Smackdown! moved to ECWWE & became the leader of the New Breed group. He hasn't been on television for months. Yada was 1 of the 2007 Diva Search contestants, becoming the 6th eliminated from the show. She moved to ECWWE in the beginning of this year & last appeared in the Halloween Costume Contest @ Cyber Sunday. The recently-released Elijah Burke has posted a message on his website ~ http://TheElijahExpress.com ~ regarding his dismissal from World Wrestling Entertainment. "My time's @ hand. Don't weep, nor mourn, for I'm gone but 4(up) a while. Hold on to that which I gave you, share it in laughter with those around you. For I've landed but for a brief refueling, for the course YOUR Pope takes is far far away. Your Pope smiles as he writes this, knowing that peace's filled within, to all within the Congregation, NOW the true test begin & remember, MY COMEBACK SHALL BE GREATER THAN MY SETBACK! The Pope Has Spoken!"
- The new Eddie Guerrero DVD "Viva La Raza! The Legacy of Eddie Guerrero" will be released this coming Tuesday nationwide. This is a 3-disc set DVD with 26 of his best matches from his wrestling career, starting from ECW, going to WCW & then finally in WWF/WWE. The European version of the DVD will also feature a 4th disc, which contains the full RAW & Smackdown! tributes to Eddie after he died. You can order it now @ http://www.wrestling-online.com/store for just $19.99 US
- On January 6th, 2009, WWE Films @ 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment will release the direct-to-DVD movie "Behind Enemy Lines: Colombia" starring RAW Superstar Ken Kennedy. The list of extras for this DVD has been released @ it includes commentary with stars Tim Matheson, Joe Manganiello & Mister Kennedy, as well as 6 featurettes, which are "The Big Guns: Military Action On Film", "Colombia Norte: On Location In Puerto Rico", "The Rocket's Red Glare: Explosions Explained", "The Art Of The Fall: Stunt Secrets", "Comedy In Colombia: Bloopers & Other Relief" & "Stars With Stripes: Casting Joe & Mr. Kennedy"
- WWE wrestler Ted DiBiase Junior recently married in Mississippi. DiBiase married Kristen Tynes in Madison on Thursday, October 30th. The Clinton Administration blog has details on the wedding, which you can read @ http://theclintonadministration.blogspot.com/2008/11/priceless-wedding.html This could explain his angle with "Legend Killer" Randy Orton putting him out of action.
- WWE 24/7's no more, as it's getting rebranded under the name of "WWE Classics on Demand" This was revealed @ the CTAM Summit Tuesday, which's being held in Boston, Massachusetts. "Our new name, WWE Classics On Demand, better reflects the content of our service, chronicling the rich heritage of the sports entertainment industry," said Peter Clifford, WWE senior vice president, distribution & affiliate marketing. The new name & logo will be appeared on WWE TV shows, on-line outlets, WWE magazines & inserts in WWE Shop orders & WWE DVD titles.
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- Newfoundland TNA fans!! Tired of not being able to see pay-per-views @ a local establishment? Same here! So that's why I've set up a MySpace page to help get our message across! As per instructions on http://www.tnawrestling.com, if fans want to promote TNA in their local area, they can set up a "TNA U" page on MySpace & get other fans from their area to pitch in to help get the word out locally about the great wrestling action of Total NonStop Action! So if you wanna get TNA Wrestling pay-per-views into local bars around St. John's, or even have a dream of even the slimmest chance @ getting a house show here in the unforeseeable future, then add http://www.myspace.com/tnanewf as a friend & pledge your support!
- It looks like former NWA champion "Instant Classic" Christian Cage will be jumping ship to WWE, once his contract expires next month, according to totally-trustworthy {wink-wink} source of internet wrestling news http://www.PWInsider.com Cage's still in contract negotiations with TNA, however many around him believe that he's done with the company. The news of Christian most likely leaving TNA was even played during a segment of iMPACT! which aired last night on Spike TV. Cage left WWE on the best of terms & even appeared @ Taboo Tuesday, when his employment with WWE was already terminated, because he was 1 of the 5 choices eligible to be voted for a match. The Instant Classic made his TNA debut @ Genesis 2005 & called WWE "old & boring" & the company took Cage to a fight a year later, when he tried to trademark the name "Captain Charisma", which he used in WWE. Eventually Christian gave up & switched his nick name to "Instant Classic". Before jumping to TNA, Cage was with WWE from 1998 until 2005. While in TNA he won the NWA World Heavyweight title twice.
- http://www.Wrestling-Online.com Newsletter reader & Long Island Press columnist Josh Stewart sent in a link to an interview he did with former Heavyweight champion Kurt Angle. In the interview, Angle talks about the comparison of the Main Event Mafia & the popular New World Order faction. "We show up @ the house shows, we show up @ TV, we have matches, we have great angles & matches set up, thank God," the Olympic Hero said while comparing his group to the original nWo. "So it's completely different, because our guys, I'm the head of the Main Event Mafia & if they don't want to work, I'll kick them out." When asked about the heat he has with Jeff Jarrett following the comments he made about him on TNA television, Angle said that he expected Jarrett to jump him once he went backstage after bringing up his wife in an in-ring interview. "Jeff & I don't see eye-to-eye. A lot of stuff you see on TV's very transparent on how we feel about each other." However, Kurt praised JJ & TNA President Dixie Carter for having the proper reins on the company to keep the Main Event Mafia from becoming a negative. You can read the full interview @ http://www.longislandpress.com/articles/features/540/
- It's been confirmed that Rhino's contract with TNA's set to expire sometime next year. Spring 2009 will be a key period for the company, as reportedly, about 10 contracts are set to expire & as a reminder, Kurt Angle's contract with TNA comes up next September. It's interesting to note that he's been a lot more complementary towards WWE, Vince McMahon & Smackdown Heavyweight champion HHH in media interviews in recent months -- a complete 180 from his previous comments. He filmed a shoot interview with RF Video in September & praised WWE quite a bit.
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- Penny Banner was more than just another lady wrestler. During her 23 year career (1957-1977), which coincided with the so-called "Golden Age of Women's Wrestling", she set standards & achieved successes that made her a major figure in her day & an icon for the generations that followed. Some fans know her as the 1st woman to hold the American Wrestling Association's Ladies Championship, others for her years of packing arenas across the United States & Canada; some even recall her having dated Elvis Presley in the 1950s (Elvis was a big wrestling fan & whenever Penny would work in Memphis, he & his friends were always @ ringside to cheer her on!) Outside of the ring, Penny was also an accomplished competitive horsewoman & businesswoman, as well as, in her latter years, being a multi-medalist in the Senior Olympics. Penny Banner was also the Commissioner of the PGWA, a position which she held since the organization's founding in 1992. Although no longer a wrestler herself, Penny took seriously her duty as a role model for newcomers to the sport. She was also disturbed by the growing trend in women's wrestling @ the time to focus on what became known as "T&A" rather than actual athletic ability. In her estimation, the "Evening Gown Catfights" & such gimmicks were killing the sport she loved. In her position as commissioner, she dedicated herself to the PGWA's mission of preserving & promoting the "Old School" style of pro wrestling. The means of doing so were to host all-ladies shows, to book individual women's matches on various independent promotions' cards & to publicize the ladies in both print & {with the development of the internet} on-line & the PGWA's success speaks for itself. @ the time of its founding, women's pro wrestling was seemingly on the verge of extinction in the United States, with few organizations even bothering to book female wrestlers on their shows any longer. But in 2008, women wrestlers are more popular than ever & a number of other all-female promotions have joined the PGWA in presenting women's shows & the PGWA's official website, LadySports Online, has been visited nearly 3,000,000 times since its relaunch in 2003. Through it all, Penny Banner served as not only a symbol of the PGWA's growth, but also a cornerstone of its success. Sadly, after a valiant battle for several years, Penny succumbed to cancer early in 2008. Now, in honour of both the woman & the legend, the PGWA's presenting "A Banner Night", bringing together some of the most talented women in the sport of professional wrestling today, with each match on the card dedicated to Penny's memory. Headlining the card will be a PGWA Title Match, featuring the champion, Nikki Roxx (aka TNA Knockout 'Roxxi Laveaux'), against former WWE Diva Tracy Taylor of Hawaii. Also slated to appear will be Mia Martinez, Scarlett Rose, XTC, Sassy Stephanie, Angel Dust, Sarah Lynn, Josianne Pussycat & Jamie D (both from Canada) & Tennessee's own Tasha Simone, Susan Morton & Su Yung. Additionally, joining them will be Wendi Weaver, the daughter of both Penny Banner & another pro wrestling legend, Johnny Weaver. Wendi will present a Penny Banner Spirit of Excellence Award to 1 of the participants @ the show. The ultimate result will prove to be, they hope, a fitting way to honour their friend & idol. This very special show will be held tomorrow @ the SAW Arena, 1214 B Louisville Highway in Millersville, Tennessee (just north of Nashville) Bell time's 7:30 PM & tickets are $10 US @ the door. For further information about "A Banner Night", visit http://www.LadySports.com We here @ CHMR & RING RUST salute the PGWA & hope them well in their upcoming show.
- Former RAW Women's Champion Candice Michelle Beckman's featured in a hot photo spread in the December issue of Muscular Development magazine. Her pictorial graces a total of 8 pages & the pictures are accompanied by an interview. Being the good citizens that they are, http://www.wrestling-online.com have the whole spread for your viewing pleasure, which you can see @ http://www.wrestling-online.com/news/News_9/Candice_MuscDev.shtml
- TNA Knockout Christy Hemme has posted a new column on the TNA website & she notes her departure from World Wrestling Entertainment. "My departure was on my own terms, because I stuck to my guns on my morals & values as a human being. I knew in my gut that it'd be the end, but I also knew that carrying guilt for knowingly doing something against what I believed wasn't worth getting ahead. Leaving broke my heart. . . but doing the right thing's something I'll always be proud of. My passion for wrestling's exploding from being held for so long. I do have to say, sitting on the sidelines has been extremely beneficial. It's like I spent all that time downloading info that I can now deliver & express in a way I couldn't, keeping the wall I did. I've started training again & have to give HUGE thank you's to 'Phenomenal' AJ Styles, Samoa Joe & Jimmy Rave. . . hurting has never felt so good!" You can read her latest column @ http://www.tnawrestling.com/content/view/1156/84/
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- Championship Wrestling TV for November 8th is Now Online & ready to be viewed @ http://www.ChampionshipWrestlingTV.com This week's episode features Tony Givens' post-match celebration after becoming the 1st World Heavyweight Champion ever from East Tennessee. In this week's TV Main Event, Nick Hammonds & Wayne Adkins take on Chase Owens & Alyx Winters. . . The winner of this match will get a United States Tag Team Title shot next week against KMF Incorporated. Also, Keith Knox makes his Championship Wrestling debut & "Handsome" Beau James will be in action! You'll see all this & more on this week's episode of Championship Wrestling TV!
- The poster for the award-winning movie "The Wrestler" starring Mickey Rourke, which's directed by Darren Aronofsky, has been revealed for the 1st time on the red carpet outside AFI Fest, reports http://www.Slashfilm.com The poster features Rourke -- who plays wrestler Randy "The Ram" Robinson -- with his head down, holding on to the top rope, with arena lights in the background & the logo of the movie @ the bottom. The movie opens nationwide on December 19th & it's being hailed as the comeback movie for Rourke, who's also being heavily pushed for an Academy Award nomination for his role in this movie. You can see the poster @ http://www.wrestling-online.com/news/general/The_Wrestler_poster.shtml
- Paparazzi roaming the streets in Los Angeles caught up with WWE Hall of Famer "Rowdy" Roddy Piper & his daughter Ariel -- who looks pretty hot in a white dress -- & started a conversation with the former IC & Tag Team title holder. "How old are you?" asks the Hot Rod, while the paparazzo answers with a short & sweet, "Old enough!" Piper proceeds to tell him that he's been fighting for 38 years. said roddy, while he continued to walk with his daughter holding his arm. Piper then jokes with the paparazzo, before continuing on with his business. You can see the video @ http://www.wrestling-online.com/news/general/Piper_LA_TMZ.shtml
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WRESTLER BIRTHDAYS: Pricele$$ ÜberStars of Hall of Fame Proportions!
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- November 08th: WWE superstar Ted DiBiase Junior. . .
- November 09th: RAW Heavyweight champion Chris Jericho. . . former WCW & WWE Referee Nick Patrick. . . TNA Wrestler Kurt Angle. . .
- November 10th: 2005 WWE Hall of Famer "Cowboy" Bob Orton. . . RAW Diva Katie Lea Burchill. . . New Japan Pro Wrestler Jushin Thunder Liger. . . Ohio Independent Wrestler Dave Crist. . . "Hugh Morrus" Bill DeMott. . .
- November 11th: WWE Hall of Famer "American Dream" Dusty Rhodes. . . TNA WRestler "Cute" Kip James. . . Winnepeg Independent Wrestler Ernie Todd. . . Former Smackdown Diva Kristal Marshall. . . Former WCW "Wrestler" Van Hammer. . .
- November 12th: WWE Hall of Famker Jerry "The King" Lawler. . . Ring of Honor & Combat Zone Wrestler Trent Acid. . . Former Ohio Valley Wrestler Matt Cappotelli. . . Former WCW Wrestler "Disco Inferno" Glen Gilberti. . . Former ECW Valet & TNA Wrestler Elektra. . . Former ECWWE Backstage Interviewer Lena Yada. . .
- November 13th: SHIMMER Wrestler "The American Angel" Sara Del Ray. . . New Japan Pro Wrestler Hiroshi Tanahashi. . .
- November 14th: Facebook Wrestler CRaZy MuThA F*CkeR (3767 - 2981) . . . Former WWE Wrestler & Current New Japan Pro Wrestler "Hip hop Hippo" Prince Albert. . .
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THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY: November to Remember versus Survivor Series ~ FIGHT!!
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- November 08th:
{1975} Nick Bockwinkel defeated Verne Gagne for the AWA Heavyweight title. . . Tony Parisi & Louis Cerdan defeated Blackjack Lanza & Blackjack Mulligan for the WWWF Tag Team titles. . .
{1980} Tony Garea & Rick Martel defeated The Samoans for the WWWF Tag Team titles. . .
{1993} Brian Christopher & Jeff Jarrett defeated Rex Hargrove & Koko B. Ware for the USWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1999} The New Age Outlaws (Road Dogg Jesse James & "Bad Ass" Billy gunn) defeated the J.O.B. Squad (Mankind & Al Snow) for the WWF Tag Team titles. . . Scott Hall defeated Bret "HitMan" Hart, Sid Vicious & Bill Goldberg for the WCW United States title. . .
{2003} Jerry "The King" Lawler defeated Al Snow for the Jersey All Pro Heavyweight Title. . .
- November 09th:
{1956} Lou Thesz defeated Whipper Billy Watson for the NWA Heavyweight Wrestling title . . .
{1986} 1 Man Gang defeated Terry Gordy by forfeit for the UWF Heavyweight title. . .
{1991} Eric Embry defeated "Doctor of Desire" Tom Prichard for the USWA Southern Heavyweight title. . .
{1996} The Bruise Brothers (Ron & Don Harris) defeated Brian Christopher & Wolfie D for the USWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1997} World Wrestling Federation's "Survivor Series" @ the Molson Centre in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, where StoneCold Steve Austin defeated Owen Hart for the WWF Intercontinental title, then 2016 WWE Hall of Famer "HeartBreak Kid" Shawn Michaels defeated WWE Hall of Famer Bret "HitMan" Hart for the WWF Heavyweight title, after Senior Referee Earl Hebner, under orders from Owner Vince McMahon, declared that Hart submitted to Michaels, when he didn't. . .
{1999} Extreme Championship Wrestling's "November to Remember" @ the Bert Flickenger Center in Buffalo, New York. . .
{2000} WWFE filed suit against the Parents Television Council for harassment. . .
{2002} Chet Jablonski defeated Matt Stryker for the Heartland Wrestling Association Heavyweight Title. . .
- November 10th:
{1067} Pat O'Conner & Wilbur Snyder defeated Harley Race & Chris Markoff for the AWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1991} Dick the Bruiser died of internal bleeding @ age 62. . .
{1993} World Championship Wrestling's "Clash of the Champions 25" @ the Bayfront Arena in St. Petersburg, Florida. . .
{1997} Eddy Guerrero defeated Rey Misterio Junior for the WCW Cruiserweight title. . .
{1999} Rico Constantino defeated Rob Conway for the Ohio Valley Heavyweight title. . .
{2000} Lance Storm defeated General Rection for the WCW United States title, rechristening it the WCW Canadian title. . .
- November 11th:
{1965} Mad Dog Vachon defeated the Crusher for the AWA Heavyweight title. . .
- November 12th:
{1994} the Colorado Kid defeated Kit Carson for the Music City North American Heavyweight Title. . .
{2001} The Hardy Boyz (Matt & Jeff Hardy) defeated Booker T & Test for the WWF Tag Team titles, then Edge defeated Kurt Angle for the WCW United States title. . .
- November 13th:
{1992} The Rock & Roll Express (Ricky Morton & Robert Gibson) defeated the Heavenly Bodies ("Doctor of Desire" Tom Pritchard & "Sweet" Stan Lane) for the Smokey Mountain Tag Team titles. . .
{1993} "Extreme Championship Wrestling's "November to Remember" @ the ECW Arena (New Alhambra Arena) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where Tommy Dreamer & Johnny Gunn defeated Tony Stetson & Johnny Hot Body for the ECW Tag Team titles, then Sabu defeated Terry Funk for the ECW Television title. . . Kansas City Independent Wrestler Rufus R. Jones died of a heart attack @ age 60. . .
{1995} Kensuke Sasaki defeated Sting for the WCW United States title. . .
{1999} Masato Tanaka defeated Kodo Fuyuki for the World Entertainment Wrestling Heavyweight title. . . 1980s Mid-Atlantic Independent Wrestler "Boston Bad Boy" Tony Rumble died of a heart attack @ age 43. . .
{2002} the New Church (Brian Lee & Slash) defeated America's Most Wanted ("Wildcat" Chris Harris & "Cowboy" James Storm) for the NWA Tag Team titles. . . The Hussla defeated Rory Fox for the Heartland Wrestling Association Cruiserweight Title. . .
- November 14th:
{1957} Dick Hutton defeated Lou Thesz for the NWA Heavyweight Wrestling title . . .
{1963} the Toughest Team (Killer Kowalski & Gorilla Monsoon) defeated Skull & Brute (Skull Murphy & Brute Bernard) for the WWWF Tag Team titles. . .
{1973} UnValiant (Dean Ho & Tony Garea) defeated Ph~DDT (Professor Tanaka & Mister Fuji) for the WWWF Tag Team titles. . .
{1997} Brooklyn Bad Boy #1 defeated Danny Christian for the SSW Appalachian title. . .
{1999} World Wrestling Federation's "Survivor Series" @ the Joe Louis Arena in Detroit Michigan, where The Big Show defeated HHH for the WWF Heavyweight title. . .
{2000} Sabu defeated Mike Rapada (Colorado Kid) for the NWA Heavyweight title. . .
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ARTIST "SONG" {ALBUM}
HHH 7th "OUR TIME" {ANTHOLOGY - WWE}
ELIJAH BURKE "DON'T WASTE MY TIME" {ANTHOLOGY - WWE}
ELIX SKIPPER "PRIMETIME" {ANTHOLOGY - TNA}
JIM JOHNSTON "SURVIVOR SERIES 2000" {ANTHOLOGY - PPV}
WWE WORD UP "REDONKULOUS" {HTTP://WWW.WWE.COM}
CHRISTY HEMME "ROBOT WALK" {ANTHOLOGY - WWE}
CHRISTY HEMME "SOCIETY BOX" {3rd DEGREE BURNS: The MUSIC of NWA-TNA WRESTLING}
JIM JOHNSTON "FULL BLOODED ITALIANS" {ANTHOLOGY - WWE}
LILIAN GARCIA "QUIERO VIVIR!" {QUIERO VIVIR!}
7DUST "BREAK The WALLS DOWN" {WWF FORCABLE ENTRY}
MC 'MACHO MAN' RANDY SAVAGE "GET BACK" {BE a MAN}
JIM JOHNSTON "RHYNO 3red" {ANTHOLOGY - WWE}
DALE OLIVER "STAMPEDE" {3rd DEGREE BURNS: The MUSIC of NWA-TNA WRESTLING}
SANDY DAVIDSON "GREEN HILLS of TYROL" {ANTHOLOGY - WCW}
MEGADETH "TRUST (ECW INSTRUMENTAL MIX)" {ECW EXTREME MUSIC}
JIM JOHNSTON "JUSTIN 'HAWK' BRADSHAW" {ANTHOLOGY - WWF}
KOKO B. WARE "BO The BIRD" {ANTHOLOGY - WWF}
METALLICA "SEEK & DESTROY (LIVE)" {WCW MAYHEM: The ALBUM}
METALLICA "SAINT ANGER" {SAINT ANGER}
SURVIVOR "EYE of The TIGER" {GET The POWER}
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It's that time again, kiddies! It's time for me to open up the polls & allow you, the great RING RUST listeners, to tell ME what to play during the Year-End Countdown!
Do you have a favourite wrestling song that you've heard on my show? Do you think I should play a particular theme more often? Here's your chance to make your voice heard.
Just submit your TOP 5 WRESTLING-RELATED SONGS {be they entrance themes, pay-per-view themes, tribute songs, Top 40 songs that have been "converted" to fit wrestling, or whatever} to ring-rust@hotmail.com between now & December 19th, for inclusion into the YEAR-END TOP 100 COUNTDOWN!!
Remember, submit your 5 favourite songs {& if necessary, what relevance they have toward wrestling, if they're not WWE or TNA} as well as why you feel these deserve to be included in the RING RUST YEAR-END TOP 100 COUNTDOWN & I'll be seeing you on December 26th with #100-51!
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ARTIST "SONG" {ALBUM}
JIM JOHNSTON "GOBBLEDYGOOKER" {ANTHOLOGY - WWF}
WWF SUPERSTARS "WRESTLEMANIA" {WWF SUPERSTARS: WRESTLEMANIA The ALBUM}
RON SIMMONS "DON'T STEP to RON" {WCW SLAM JAM 1}
WWE DIRT SHEET "PUERTO RICO" {HTTP://WWW.WWE.COM}
JOHN HEIDENREICH "DANGEROUS POLITICS" {WWE THEMEADDICT: The MUSIC VOLUME 6}
WWF SUPERSTARS "SUMMERSLAM JAM" {WWF SUPERSTARS: WRESTLEMANIA The ALBIM}
STING "MAN CALLED STING" {WCW SLAM JAM 1}
WWE WORD UP "SWAGGA" {HTTP://WWW.WWE.COM}
RIKISHI "PUT a LITTLE ASS ON IT" {WWE ORIGINALS}
SHARK BOY "EAT ME" {3rd DEGREE BURNS: The MUSIC of NWA-TNA WRESTLING}
HACKSAW JIM DUGGAN "U~S~A" {WWF SUPERSTARS: WRESTLEMANIA The ALBUM}
MARILYN MANSON "BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE (WWF EDIT)" {WWF FORCABLE ENTRY}
CACTUS JACK "MISTER BANG-BANG" {WCW SLAM JAM 1}
MC 'MACHO MAN' RANDY SAVAGE "HIT The FLOOR" {BE a MAN}
MICHAEL 'PURE SEXY' HAYES & The BADSTREET BAND "HEARTBEAT AWAY" {OFF The STREETS}
VISCERA "WORLD's LARGEST LOVE MACHINE" {ANTHOLOGY - WWE}
NASTY BOYS "NASTY BOY STOMP" {WWF SUPERSTARS: WRESTLEMANIA The ALBUM}
WWE SANTINO's CASA "SHATNER & TAKEI" {HTTP://WWW.WWE.COM}
JAKE 'The SNAKE' ROBERTS "MASTER of The DDT" {WCW SLAM JAM 1}
JIM JOHNSTON "TECHNO TEAM 2000" {ANTHOLOGY - WWF}
BRET 'HITMAN' HART "NEVER A RIGHT TIME to SAY GOODBYE" {WWF SUPERSTARS: WRESTLEMANIA The ALBUM}
DALE OLIVER "BLACK REIGN" {MELTDOWN: MUSIC of The TNA WRESTLING}
MICHAEL 'PURE SEXY' HAYES & The BADSTREET BAND "AIN'T SUPERSTITIOUS" {OFF The STREETS}
FABULOUS FREEBIRDS "FREEBIRD FOREVER" {WCW SLAM JAM 1}
UNDERTAKER "MAN in BLACK" {WWF SUPERSTARS: WRESTLEMAINA The ALBUM}
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ARTIST "SONG" {ALBUM}
MERCY DRIVE "BURN IN MY LIGHT" {WWE WRECKLESS INTENT}
JIM JOHNSTON "MANTAUR" {ANTHOLOGY - WWF}
UNDERTAKER "MAN IN BLACK" {WWF SUPERSTARS: WRESTLEMANIA The ALBUM}
KONNAN & MADD 1 "BOW WOW WOW" {WCW MAYHEM: The ALBUM}
CURT HENNIG & The WEST TEXAS REDNECKS "RAP's CRAP" {WCW MAYHEM: The ALBUM}
'RAVISHING' RICK RUDE "SIMPLY RAVISHING" {WCW SLAM JAM 1}
VINCE McMAHON "STAND BACK" {ANTHOLOGY - WWF}
WWE WORD UP "UNPOSSIBLE" {HTTP://WWW.WWE.COM}
'MACHO MAN' RANDY SAVAGE "SPEAKING FROM The HEART" {WWF SUPERSTARS: WRESTLEMANIA The ALBIM}
JIM JOHNSTON "The GOON" {ANTHOLOGY - WWF}
JOHNNY B. BADD "HERE COMES JOHNNY B. BADD" {WCW SLAM JAM 1}
DISCO INFERNO "DISCO FEVER" {ANTHOLOGY - WCW}
JIM JOHNSTON "RED ROOSTER" {ANTHOLOGY - WWF}
DUSTIN RHODES "The NATURAL" {WCW SLAM JAM 1}
TATANKA "NATIVE AMERICAN" {WWF SUPERSTARS: WRESTLEMANIA The ALBUM}
MC 'MACHO MAN' RANDY SAVAGE "WHAT's IT ALL ABOUT?" {BE a MAN}
BUFF BAGWELL "nWo BUFF" {ANTHOLOGY - WCW}
JIM JOHNSTON "LUDWIG BORGA" {ANTHOLOGY - WWF}
JIM JOHNSTON "ISAAC YANKEM, DDS" {ANTHOLOGY - WWF}
RICKY STEAMBOAT "The DRAGON" {WCW SLAM JAM 1}
MISTER PERFECT "I'm PERFECT" {WWF SUPERSTARS: WRESTLEMANIA The ALBUM}
WWE SANTINO's CASA "JOAQUIM~OBAMA" {HTTP://WWW.WWE.COM}
JIM JOHNSTON "DUKE "The DUMPSTER" DROESE" {MELTDOWN: MUSIC of The TNA WRESTLING}
HULK HOGAN "AMERICAN MADE" {ANTHOLOGY - WCW}
BARRY WINDHAM "HE's SMOKIN'" {WCW SLAM JAM 1}
CRUSH "COLD CRUSH" {WWF SUPERSTARS: WRESTLEMAINA The ALBUM}
STEINER BROTHERS "STEINER~IZED" {WCW SLAM JAM 1}
BIG BOSS MAN "HARD TIMES" {WWF SUPERSTARS: WRESTLEMAINA The ALBUM}
MICHAEL 'PURE SEXY' HAYES & The BADSTREET BAND "WHEN The LOVE COMES DOWN" {OFF The STREETS}
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- TNA has altered 3 of its pay-per-views for unknown reasons, changing the months that usually the particular shows are attached to. Turning Point this year will be held in November, rather than December. . . Final Resolution moves to December, when it's usually in January. . . Genesis now takes place in January, instead of November.
- http://www.HipHopDX.com recently conducted an interview with Cryme Tyme, where the duo talk about when they decided to pursue careers in wrestling, how their gimmick came about, presenting it to Vince McMahon, what they do on their down time, John Cena's rapping ability & more. JTG said, "The 1st time, it was like stepping on eggshells. I was quiet, silent. I'm trying to have a little more fun, because when I have more fun, the crowd has more fun." Check that out @ http://www.hiphopdx.com/index/lifestyle-features/id.1245/title.cryme-tyme-monday-nights-alright-for-fightin/p.1 Meanwhile, Shad Gaspard posted an explicit rant on his MySpace account regarding ECWWE's John Morrison & Mike "The Miz" Mizanin. "Ok, I don't want to sound mad & I don't want to sound angry. So I'm going to say this as nice as possible. **** John Morrison! **** THE MIZ! These 2 jackasses are the most egotistical, arrogant dumb f!cks I have ever met. This has gone from fun & games, to some gangster sh!t. I'm not some gimmick WWE put on paper. I'm a real thug & will **** those 2 **** up in a heartbeat. Morrison's just mad that I took his girl back in the day when we were in OVW & Miz, you're just a bitch. B. . . I. . . T. . . C. . . H. WHORAAA! BITCH!" His post can be reached @ http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendID=74587944&blogID=443338036 Look for Cryme Tyme to take on Altered Reality @ Cyber Sunday, as that's 1 of the possible Tag Team matches that are slated to be voted for this Sunday, since WWE seems to be pushing for it hardcore.
- Meanwhile, ECWWE wrestler John Morrison posted a long blog on the WWE Universe site blasting Cryme Tyme. "It’s no wonder that Crime Time has never earned any sort of championship in the WWE. They're a pile of stale ideas that will never amount to anything more than blurry reflections of society’s interpretation of what 'gangstas' or 'thugs' should be. Crime Time & the people that cheer for them are superficial & shallow; things they don’t understand they call 'gay'. Other things that Crime Time doesn’t understand include politics, women & basic hygiene. Are politics, women & hygiene gay? . . . By the way, Shad smells like hot garbage." The blog features several more insults directed towards Cryme Tyme & you can check it out @ http://fans.wwe.com/johnmorrison/blog/2008/10/19/crime_time_sucks While you're over there, check out the profile of this really cool user ~ http://fans.wwe.com/ringrust
- Speaking of which, here's the updated card for Cyber Sunday: RAW Heavyweight Title Match, champion Chris Jericho versus DAve "The Animal" Batista {WWE Universe chooses referee: "Legend Killer" Randy Orton, 2016 WWE Hall of Famer "HeartBreak Kid" Shawn Michaels, or StoneCold Steve Austin}. . . Smackdown Heavyweight Championship Match {WWE Universe chooses challenger for champion HHH: Jeff Hardy, Vladimir Kozlov, or Jeff Hardy & Vladimir Kozlov in a 3-way}. . . UnderTaker versus the Big Show {WWE Universe chooses type of matches: Last Man Standing, Knock Out, or I Quit}. . . RAW Intercontinental Championship Match, {WWE Universe chooses champion Santino Marella's opponent: Honky Tonk Man, Goldust, or WWE Hall of Famer "Rowdy" Roddy Piper}. . . ECWWE Heavyweight Championship Match {WWE Universe chooses champion Matt Hardy's opponent: "world Strongest Man" Mark Henry, Evan Bourne, or Fit Finlay}. . . Kane versus Rey Misterio Junior {WWE Universe chooses type of match: Falls Count Anywhere, No Holds Barred, or Best of 3 Falls}. . . Pick the Tag Team Match {WWE Universe chooses: RAW Tag Team champions Rhodes to Riches (Ted DiBiase & Cody Rhodes) versus the New Generation (CM Punk & Kofi Kingston), ECWWE's Altered Reality (John Morrison & Mike "The Miz" Mizanin) versus RAW's Cryme Tyme (JTG & Shad Gaspard), or Mickie-Knoble (Mickie James & Jamie Knoble) versus Flail Britannia (William Regal & Layla El)}. . . WWE Diva Halloween Costume Contest, Featuring Smackdown Divas Champion Michelle McCool, RAW Women's Champion "Glamazon" Beth Phoenix, Brie Bella, Candice Michelle Beckman, Eve Torres, Jillian Hall, Katie Lea Burchill, Kelly Kelly, Layla El, Lena Yada, Maria Kanellis, Maryse Oullett, Mickie James, Natalya Neidhart, Tiffany & Victoria. . . Cyber Sunday Preview Match {WWE Universe chooses Smackdown United State Champion "Gold Standard" Shelton Benjamin's opponent: "R-Truth" Ron Killings, Montell Vontavius Porter, or Festus Dalton} You can join me, FanBoy Mark Jabroni @ Empire Theatres Studio 12 in the Avalon Mall this Sunday @ 7pm EST {8:30pm Newfoundland time} for the pre-game show, featuring my broadcast compatriate, Mikey T!
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WWE NEWS: CAde's gone, Edge's DVD & Atlas' motivation
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- WWE Hall-of-Famer Jim Ross updated his blog & you can read the latest posting @ http://www.jrsbarbq.com
- WWE released Lance Cade because of the seizure he suffered on a commercial flight. Officials believed the seizure was due to prescription pill abuse. His punishment was more severe than the Wellness Policy suspensions, because it happened in public & became a life & death situation. Lillian Garcia informed the airline attendants that it was Cade who had the seizure. He was rushed to the hospital & underwent tests to find out what caused the episode.
- Complete details regarding the upcoming 3-disc DVD "Edge - A Decade of Decadence" have been released & you can check out a rundown of what's gonna be on it @ http://www.lordsofpain.net/news/2008_/1224699001.php
- 1 of the reasons WWE brought Hall of Famer "Mister USA" Tony Atlas in, wasn't so much to mentor "World's Strongest Man" Mark Henry, but to be a good influence on him on the road. Henry often travelled alone & was said to never be a healthy eater. Officials were concerned about his weight, because when he gets too heavy, he becomes immobile. Atlas, who's in his early 50s, is in fantastic shape due to his strict training schedule & healthy eating habits. By making Tony his travelling partner, the feeling's that he'll keep Mark's weight, eating habits & conditioning under control. Hell, anything's possible! . . .
- Owner Vince McMahon has banned the term "sports entertainment", which, ironically enough, he coined. Instead, they're going to be using the term "entertainment". Additionally, the terms "Superstars"{another term he coined when WWF entered the 1980s} & "wrestlers" have also been banned, instead we have to call them "Entertainers". The change was made to re-establish WWE as an entertainment-touring event, instead of a sporting event. By doing so, would take the power away from the Athletic Commissions in certain states & keep the company from having to pay taxes on their events. So, what -- entertainers don't have to pay taxes? . . .
- Following WWE's recent evaluation of Ohio Valley Wrestling talent, in addition to Gavin Garrison, the company has signed Chris Cage & Ryan "Ryback" Reeves to developmental contracts. Both individuals were former WWE developmental wrestlers. Cage was considered a strong prospect by WWE & was close to being called up in a tag team with Mike "The Miz" Mizanin in spring 2006, but he was hospitalized following an incident @ a spring break resort (where they were shooting vignettes) & he was let go from his contract. Reeves was dropped from his developmental contract during a massive purge of talent in January 2007. In the meantime, he didn't work too many wrestling shows, other than some shots in OVW in the past year. He's the 1st wrestler to be brought back with a strike on his record, as he violated WWE's drug testing policy in the summer of 2006 -- & was suspended for 30 days as a result. The previous strike's still being held against him. For people unfamiliar with Ryan, he was a contestant in the Tough Enough contest held in late 2004. WWE signed him to a developmental contract in 2005 & he lasted about 1½ years before being let go. Yeah, me neither. . .
- A D-Generation X reunion's being advertised for the 3-hour RAW @ the St. Pete Times Forum in Tampa, Florida on Monday, November 3rd. Check out a press release for the supposed 800th episode of RAW @ http://www.lordsofpain.net/news/2008_/1224532322.php
- As reported last month, WWE's releasing a new triple disc DVD on Kane, which will be titled 'Twisted Disturbed Life of Kane'. This'll be the 1st solo DVD on the Bald Red Machine, who's been around in that gimmick since 1997. To view the artwork for this DVD, go to http://www.wrestling-online.com/news/News_9/Kane_DVD_artwork.shtml The DVD's scheduled to be released on December 9th.
- The popular 'Smackdown! versus RAW 2008' game from THQ has achieved 'Platinum Hits' status for the Xbox 360, according to a press release issued by THQ & JAKKS Pacific. The game -- which came out in November of last year -- is now selling for $19.99 US. "Attaining 'Platinum Hits' for the Xbox 360 demonstrates the long-standing dedication of our fans to this tremendous franchise," said Scott Guthrie, executive vice president, publishing, THQ. "This accolade comes @ an opportune time, as we march toward the much-anticipated North American release of WWE Smackdown! versus Raw 2009 across all major gaming platforms, including mobile devices, on November 9th."
- ECWWE wrestler Jack Swagger's new theme song, which he started using this past Tuesday on Sci Fi, was briefly Lance Cade's theme before his sudden release. Some people have pointed out that the song sounds similar to "Testify" by Rage Against The Machine.
- WWE held a talent evaluation camp @ Florida Championship Wrestling headquarters last week, for potential talents to land a contract, even if they had no prior wrestling experience. Around 40 talents, many with no experience whatsoever, paid $1,000 US each for the evaluation camp, where Johnny Ace promised @ least 1 wrestler with no prior wrestling experience would be signed. Ace made good on his promise, as WWE signed a model/bodybuilder type by the name of Matt Walsh, a 26 year old from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. We here @ RING RUST have heard nothing on anybody else being signed, so it would appear that he was the only 1 to pass WWE's evaluation. Check out his MySpace page @ http://www.myspace.com/vinceice
- Officials have talked to Manu about keeping his weight under control. With his family's genetics, it's a fight to keep it @ around 260. He has lost some weight in recent weeks.
- SmackDown referee Mickie Henson has taken a medical leave of absence & isn't expected back anytime soon. Scott Armstrong has replaced Henson as head referee on Smackdown.
- Umaga has a son playing high school football in Houston. He's a freshman & is already considered to be a star on the team. Wait, Umaga has a teenaged son?!
- Elijah Burke, who hasn't been seen on television since late May, posted the following note on his official website ~ http://www.TheElijahExpress.com ~ "But fear not! Just know that, MY COMEBACK SHALL BE GREATER THAN MY SETBACK! ~ YOUR Pope has Spoken!" Burke also posted blogs on TMZ, OJ Simpson, Kimbo Slice getting knocked out & more. It was reported a few weeks ago that he was 1 of the many residents of Texas without power for weeks, due to the effects of Hurricane Ike.
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- Newfoundland TNA fans!! Tired of not being able to see pay-per-views @ a local establishment? Same here! So that's why I've set up a MySpace page to help get our message across! As per instructions on http://www.tnawrestling.com, if fans want to promote TNA in their local area, they can set up a "TNA U" page on MySpace & get other fans from their area to pitch in to help get the word out locally about the great wrestling action of Total NonStop Action! So if you wanna get TNA Wrestling pay-per-views into local bars around St. John's, or even have a dream of even the slimmest chance @ getting a house show here in the unforeseeable future, then add http://www.myspace.com/tnanewf as a friend & pledge your support!
- On last night's edition of TNA iMPACT!, Mick Foley made his big announcement that would "change the face of wrestling." Foley said he bought into TNA & became a "major stockholder," so it appears that he's "part owner" of the company in the storyline. The company website's saying he's the new Executive Shareholder of TNA, after striking a deal with TNA co-founder Jeff Jarrett. After Kurt Angle headbutted him, Mickles made his announcement to the Olympic Hero by saying, "You just headbutted your boss!" He cut a passionate promo, saying he believed in his investment & believed in TNA. He then asked Angle if he wants to be with TNA or not. Wow, how bad off are they? . . . Read more about it in the synopsis of a recent interview with Newsday @ http://www.lordsofpain.net/news/2008_/1224783501.php
- UK tabloid newspaper The Sun has an interview with TNA co-founder Jeff Jarrett, where he talks about Kurt Angle's recent comments about TNA & mentioning his deceased wife in 1 of the angles. "The Kurt Angle we hired 2 years ago & the guy we have under contract today, are 2 different individuals. He's gone through a lot of change, in & out of the ring," said Jarrett. On his reaction to Angle's comments made to the Sun about TNA, JJ said that he was disappointed to see what Kurt has to say. "For him to say those things was shocking, to say the least." & regarding Angle mentioning Jarrett's wife -- who passed away from cancer last year -- he said that it totally caught him by surprise, although he admitted it didn't hurt him. Jarrett said that the comment wasn't planned & didn't know what the Olympic Hero was about to say. "I found him afterwards & said: 'Kurt, you need to focus. You're not hurting me. You're not hurting my girls. You're hurting yourself.' & that's how I feel. My girls didn't watch it, they didn't see it."
- On iMPACT, Booker TNA revealed the contents of the briefcase to unveil the newest TNA title in the TNA "Legends Championship." Booker said he's introducing the belt as his own personal title. After the unveiling, "Instant Classic" Christian Cage came out & challenged him for the title @ next month's Turning Point pay-per-view. Booker agreed, but added a stipulation: if he beats Cage, Captain Charisma must join the "The Main Event Mafia," a new alliance introduced on last night's iMPACT! featuring Sting, Kurt Angle, Kevin Nash & Booker TNA. Christian didn't respond to the stipulation, but will do so on next week's show, according to the TNA site. You can see photos of the new belt @ http://www.tnawrestling.com/content/view/1133/84/
- Total NonStop Action Wrestling & Ultimate Fighting Championship fans in Ireland will have a decision to make, as both companies will be having shows on the same day next year, on January 17th. UFC will present UFC 93 @ The O2 Arena in Dublin, while TNA will have their 2nd show in 2 days in Dublin as well, @ the National Stadium Arena, just over 3 miles away from the UFC location. The 2nd show wasn't originally on the schedule, however the 1st show did so well in sales, that the company decided to add the 2nd @ the same location. Well, there goes any possibility of them working together!
- Kevin Nash said during an interview on the Doctor Keith Lipinski Show, that he was 99.9% sure he would return to WWE & end his career there. "My wife looked @ me & said, 'Why would you want to go back on the road, when we live in Florida, you're 90 minutes away from work, 5 days a month? If you do go on the road, it's only a couple days a month. You're home, you saved your money, you're beat up & I just can't see you going on the road & doing 12-14 days a month with, say, {Dave} Batista or some1 like that, working every night. I don't see how you're going to last.'" Big Sexy said that there would've been big paydays with WWE, especially with WrestleMania. His wife responded & said that he was miserable throughout the 5 WrestleManias he was in. Kevin & 2016 WWE Hall of Famer "HeartBreak Kid" Shawn Michaels talked about a potential WWE storyline. "I talked with Shawn & we were trying to work out some storyline things of what we wanted to do. I'm sure if I dyed my hair, I'd look younger, but @ the same time, if God intended me to have pigment in my hair, I'd have pigment in my hair. This is how I'm supposed to look. It's going to be gun metal gray in high definition."
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- In the nearly 3 years SHIMMER's been in operation, they've received many inquiries from women who aspire to be professional wrestlers, asking if they operate their own training program & wrestling school. They're pleased to announce that the 1st ever SHIMMER training course will be starting October 27th with SHIMMER Athlete & Trainer, DAIZEE HAZE. This is a 6-month course & there'll be a minimum of 8 classes a month. Training will be Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday evenings. The school's located @ the Ring of Honor Wrestling facility in Bristol, Pennsylvania (close to I-95 & the Pennsylvania turnpike) & includes a full-size ring, weight-lifting equipment, a video library & other resources. This course's for people with previous wrestling experience, to no wrestling experience @ all & will help you to learn everything you need to know, in order to start your wrestling career. Please be aware, there are NO GUARANTEES! Each student's individual & the length of their training's different. Some students may advance more rapidly than others, some will advance more slowly. Some of the things your training will cover include: Emphasis on the fundamentals. . . Drills. . . Conditioning & weight-training. . . Ring psychology. . . Development of timing & positioning. . . Continuous valuation. . . Advice on character development. . . Assistance with promos. . . Etiquette. . . SAFETY. The cost for the SHIMMER course's as follows: $750 downpayment on the 1st day of class, $300 per month starting with the 2nd month. Training's expected to be a 6-month program, so the total cost will be $2250. If you'd like to pay for the entire course on the 1st day of training, you'll receive a discounted price of $2000. The only paperwork required is a liability waiver you'll have to sign on the day you start -- no Contracts. You must be 18 years of age to enroll in the SHIMMER course, however, with the consent of a parent/legal guardian you may enroll @ the age of 17. To enroll, please send this basic information to Daizee Haze ~ shimmerschool@hotmail.com NAME. . . HOMETOWN. . . AGE. . . HEIGHT. . . WEIGHT. . . E-MAIL. . . PREVIOUS PRO WRESTLING EXPERIENCE (if any) After you send this information, you'll be saved a spot & put on the list to receive all the info on the new classes as it comes in. For more information or questions, please email Daizee ~ shimmerschool@hotmail.com
- The wife of the late WWE Hall of Famer High Chief Peter Maivia & the grandmother of The Rock, Leah Maivia, passed away on Sunday @ the age of 81. Leah took over as a promoter of NWA Polynesian Pro Wrestling, after her husband died & ran the business for 6 more years. Leah was present @ the induction ceremony this year, when her husband & son-in-law "soul Man" Rocky Johnson were both inducted into the HoF & also appeared during WrestleMania 24, when the HOF segment came up. We here & CHMR & RING RUST offer our condolences to the Maivia family & friends.
- WWE Diva Maria Kanellis was @ the Spring 2009 Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in Los Angeles, California, this past Friday, where she attended several designers' shows. She told http://www.WWE.COM that she'd be seeing up to 7 shows of different fashion designers, in total. "It's like a dream to be involved in these kinds of things for me. I love fashion. I love clothes," Maria said -- she also designs some of her ring outfits. To view ½ a dozen sizzling pictures of Maria's arrival @ the event, check out http://www.wrestling-online.com/news/News_9/Maria_Fashion_Week.shtml
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- 2008 WWE Hall of Famer "Nature Boy" Ric Flair's appearance @ the 1PW event in Doncaster, England over the weekend sparked an interesting issue, as Slick Ric said that he's considering lacing up his boots again, this time wrestling in the Land of the Rising Sun. Flair did a Q&A with fans prior to appearing in the ring during the show. The WWE Hall of Famer -- who had the best send-off yet, the day after WrestleMania 24 -- said that, while he'd really like to go to Japan & wrestle for the dates he was offered, he has to see what 2016 WWE Hall of Famer "HeartBreak Kid" Shawn Michaels has to say, since he promised HBK that their match @ 'Mania would be his last 1 ever. While Flair would get a massive amount of money to do a tour in Japan, his interview on RAW & everything WWE did for his farewell would certainly diminish the importance of that weekend.
- In an interview with Alex Marvez, WWE Hall of Famer Bret "HitMan" Hart said he's done with professional wrestling following his U.S. book tour. Hart believes his wrestling career will be complete after saying goodbye to his American fans on various book signing tours to promote its release in the States. Bret's content saying farewell to wrestling through his book & not working for a promotion, after spending 7 years on the project. "I'd be happy being remembered for really brilliant storytelling in my matches, not for some last chance to snap up some money. I respectfully understand my light in wrestling's fading. I can live with that." The HitMan said he nearly gave up on the project, while trying to fight with the illnesses he faced after suffering a stroke in 2002. However, Hart wanted to bring closure on his wrestling career. "A lot of times, I thought about giving up, because it was hard reliving some of these events. But I couldn't say goodbye to my wrestling character until I finished." Bret also wanted his family, especially his kids, to find out about his story & experience what he lived through. "I just wanted people -- even my kids -- to walk in my shoes & know that it was never easy being gone all the time. I was pretty much on the road for 300 days a year & that didn't include travel back & forth. It's hard to keep a marriage going." Read the whole article @ http://www.scrippsnews.com/node/37379 In other HitMan news, http://www.Wrestling-Online.com Newsletter reader Michael Tavares was @ the WWE Hall of Famer's autograph signing event @ Borders in Roseville, California, which was attended by almost 200 people. The signing started @ 7PM sharp & Bret was signing his new book, DVDs, photos & even pose for photos with the fans. "Bret was a true professional & showed he really wanted to be there, instead of just going through the motions," said Tavares. The WWE Hall of Famer signed the reader's copy of the DVD 'Wrestling With Shadows' & Hart took the liberty to show off his creative side, by drawing some things on Vince's face on the cover of the DVD! You can see some pictures from the event @ http://www.wrestling-online.com/news/general/Bret_Roseville_CA.shtml
- http://www.ReadMetro.com out of New York, referenced "Macho Man" Randy Savage in an article for Wednesday's newspaper. The writer suggests FOX -- home of this year's World Series -- make baseball "More Macho." Savage's pictured in the piece & you can check it out @ http://www.readmetro.com/show/en/NewYork/20081022/1/16/
- We all remember & love the Slickster. . . From the Jive Soul Bro music video, to the bombastic character that was so easy to hate & the character that came full circle with Kamala. However, many may not realize that the man behind the Slick character's an interesting 1 in & of itself. The hosts of http://www.wrestlingepicenter.com hope this interview sheds some light on that. Read this synopsis @ http://www.lordsofpain.net/news/2008_/1224516367.php
- Austin Aries was interviewed by Live Audio Wrestling's Dan "The Mouth" Lovranski, out of Ontario, last Sunday. Lovranski tried to get Aries to talk about TNA, but Austin didn't want to. Check out a transcript @ http://www.lordsofpain.net/news/2008_/1224529721.php
- Championship Wrestling's Steel Cage Showdown's Now Available on DVD @ http://www.championshipwrestlingtv.com This DVD's on sale now for just $10 US + shipping & handling. In addition to the 2 Steel Cage Matches that headline this DVD, there's also a Street Fight Match, a 2-out-of-3-Falls Match & in-ring appearences by Ricky Morton & Bobby Eaton. Here's the complete card: CW October 11th, 2008, in Kingsport, Tennessee. . . 2-out-of-3-Falls Match for the CW Television Title, champion Chase Owens versus Wayne Adkins. . . Ricky Morton versus The Jin. . . Brian Logan versus Nick Hammonds. . . Street Fight for the United States Tag Team Titles, champions Bobby Eaton & Steve Fury versus Beau James & Moe Jenkins. . . Alcatraz Escape Steel Cage Match for the #1 Contendership to the AWA Heavyweight Title. . . Steel Cage Match for the National Heavyweight Title, champion Alyx Winters versus Robbie Cassidy.
- Since its inception & 1st television taping in October 2007, Pro Wrestling Ohio has slowly grown as the weeks & months progressed. As more & more fans began to discover the original & innovative content PWO offered to the independent wrestling scene & more & more top-tier wrestlers decided to call Pro Wrestling Ohio their home, PWO continued to take baby steps onward & upward into slowly growing what was once a mere distant dream, into a fully functioning operation. Throughout their 1st year, fans were introduced to PWO TV. The audience was treated to an hour of the best talent the area can provide, but new original episodes only premiered on a bi-weekly basis. As PWO continued to grow & end their 1st season with the wildly successful Wrestlelution supershow, it was clear PWO TV was ready for the next level. Once PWO TV hits Season 2, the fans receive twice the action. This past Sunday night on Sports Time Ohio @ 11PM was the special rebroadcast of the hellacious Last Man Standing Match between Johnny Gargano & Gregory Iron, as well as the awkward Kiss My Butt Match between "Megastar" Marion Fontaine & "DeeeLicious" Jimmy DeMarco! Then, this Sunday night, tune in for their final installment of Wrestlelution highlights! The self-proclaimed hometown hero Mike Tolar tangles with WWE Hall of Famer Greg "The Hammer" Valentine! In addition, re-live the epic confrontation to crown the 1st-ever PWO Heavyweight Champion, as the decade-long relationship between Josh Prohibition & "M-Dogg 20" Matt Cross explodes on its biggest stage yet! Then, tentatively slated to premiere Sunday, November 2nd, PWO TV Season 2 officially hits the air & with season 2, comes a brand NEW episode each & every week! No more reruns, no more rebroadcasts, every week will contain new & original footage of PWO's top stars! Stay posted to http://www.pwowrestling.com & http://www.myspace.com/prowrestlingohio for more information on PWO TV over the next several days & weeks.
- The Kardinal Sinner ~ a new television series currently in pre-production & will ready to air by spring on Rush HD, throughout Canada on Bell Expressview & other cable systems. This series is a behind-the-scenes look @ independant professional wrestlers on tour throughout Canada & abroad. Help spread the word, join the Facebook group & then invite all your friends! http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=42046806037
- As reported last week, StoneCold Steve Austin's filming a movie called "Damage" in Vancouver, BC. There's said to be a lot of fight scenes in the movie. They've recruited area boxers & MMA fighters to be his "jobbers" in a montage fight scene of Austin beating 1 person after another. The film's director wanted to use real fighters, instead of stuntmen or pro wrestlers {hey!!!} because he made it clear that he doesn't want the fight scenes to resemble professional wrestling. Paul Lazenby, a former announcer for Bodog & is both a pro wrestler & MMA fighter, is among the "jobbers."
- THE IRON SHEIK CONTINUES HIS ATTACK ON SCOTT HALL, JERRY JARRETT PROVIDES POWERFUL WORDS OF ADVICE, DOCTOR DEATH SAYS HHH CAN'T LACE HIS BOOTS, KENNY BOLIN REPORTS FROM HIS HOSPITAL BED, BILL DeMOTT TALKS ABOUT RECENT WWE RELEASES, BILL BEHRENS TALKS ABOUT TNA AGENTS, JODY "THE ASSASSIN" HAMILTON TALKS ABOUT TODAY'S WRESTLING FANS, JOHN CENA SENIOR PREVIEWS WWE CYBER SUNDAY, JUDAS YOUNG & DANNY INFERNO LOOK @ WHAT'S WRONG WITH INDEPENDENT WRESTLING TODAY, MICHAEL MODEST ENTERTAINS, ACE DARLING ON LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT WRESTLING, THE FUNKSTER CHALLENGES DANNY BONADUCE & MUCH MORE THIS WEEK ON WHO'S SLAMMING WHO! Check out a synopsis of what happened @ http://www.lordsofpain.net/news/2008_/1224713679.php
- Lester Speight's portrayal of "Terry Tate: Office Linebacker" is back in a new series of Reebok commercials. Spate's a former professional wrestler that went under the name "Rasta the Voodoo Man", which got some publicity in various wrestling magazines in the early 1990s.
- Former ECW wrestler Justin Credible's scheduled to appear @ the Big Time Wrestling indy event in Webster, Massachusetts on Saturday, November 8th. Wrestling legends Tito Santana & Ox Baker are also slated to appear @ the show. For more information on the event, visit http://www.Big-Time-Wrestling.com
Posted on Oct 24, 2008, 1:46 PM from IP address 134.153.20.4
WRESTLER BIRTHDAYS: Barbarian versus Edge ~ FIGHT!!
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- October 18th: Former WWF Wrestler John Nord {AKA The Berzerker}. . . Former WWF & WCW Wrestler "The Barbarian" Sione Havea Vailahi. . .
- October 20th: Former WWF & WCW Wrestler Scott Hall. . . New Japan Pro Wrestler Tiger Mask 4. . . Japanese Women's Wrestler Kaoru Ito. . . Former RAW & Smackdown Heavyweight champion "Edge" Adam Copeland. . .
- October 21st: Former WWF Wrestler "Bushwhacker" Butch Miller. . . Former WCW Wrestler Horace Hogan. . . 1990s WCW Wrestler Charlie Norris. . . Former WCW Wrestler "Sickboy" Scott Vick. . .
- October 22nd: ECWWE Heavyweight champion Matt Hardy. . . "Former" WWF Wrestler Bad News Brown. . . 1995 WWF Hall of Famer Pedro Morales. . . "Former" Stampede Wrestler Tiger Khan. . . WWE Wrestler D'Lo Brown. . .
- October 23rd: Former WWF & WCW Wrestlers Ron & Don Harris. . . Former WCW Wrestler Keiji Mutoh {AKA Great Muta}. . .
- October 24th: 1970s Wrestler "Superstar" Bill Dundee. . . Former WCW Wrestler "KISS Demon" Dale Torborg. . . Former WCW Valet & WWE Diva Stacy Keibler. . .
Posted on Oct 24, 2008, 1:48 PM from IP address 134.153.20.4
THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY: Phantoms were da bomb, yo!!
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- October 18th:
{1994} The Phantoms (Tragedy & Sorrow) defeated PG-13 (JC Ice & Wolfie-D) for the USWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1997} the Full Blooded Italians (Little Guido & Tracy Smothers) defeated FreeJack (John Kronos & New Jack) for the ECW Tag Team titles. . . The Legends defeated Death & Destruction (Roger Anderson & Frank Parker) for the SSW Tag Team titles. . .
{1998} World Wrestling Federation's "In Your House: Judgement Day" @ the Rosemont Horizon in Rosemont, Illinois, where Christian defeated Taka Michinoku for the WWF Light Heavyweight title. . .
{1999} The Hollies (Hardcore Bob & Crash Holly) defeated the Rock & Sock Connection (Mankind & the Rock) for the WWF Tag Team titles. . . The Filthy Animals (Konnan & Rey Misterio Junior) defeated Harlem Heat (Booker T & Stevie Ray) for the WCW Tag Team titles. . .
- October 19th:
{1987} Slap Me a Gringo (Doctor D & Hector Guerrero) defeated Crock & Bull ("Superstar" Bill Dundee & Jerry "The King" Lawler) for the AWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1996} Fall Bracnh, Tennessee's Favourite Tag Team (Dan Cooley & Scott Sterling) defeated The Death Riders for the SSW Tag Team titles. . .
{2002} the Boogie Knights (Scotty Hexx & Kris Travis), the Briscoes (Mark & Jay Briscoe) & The Spanish Announce Team (Jose & Joel Maximo) traded the USA Pro-Wrestling Tag Team Titles, then The Sandman defeated Chris Candido for the United States Title & Bam Bam Bigelow defeated Balls Mahoney for the Heavyweight Title. . .
{2003} The Big Show defeated Eddie Guerrero for the Smackdown United States Championship. . . Michael Hegstrand {AKA Road Warrior Hawk of the Legion of Doom} died of a heart attack @ age 46 . . .
- October 20th:
{1964} Mad Dog Vachon defeated Verne Gagne for the AWA Heavyweight title. . .
{1984} the Devil's Triangle ("American Dream" Dusty Rhodes & Manny Fernandez) defeated America PTHEW! (Ivan Koloff & Don Kernodle) for the NWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1995} Terry Gordy defeated Brad Armstrong for the Smokey Mountain Heavyweight title. . .
{1996} World Wrestlin gFederation's "In Your House 11" @ the Market Square Arena in Indianapolis, Indiana. . .
{2000} WCW fired Bret "HitMan" Hart due to his incapacitating injury; Hart later announced his retirement. . .
{2001} Tim Arson defeated Ken Sweeney for the USA Pro-Wrestling United States Title. . .
{2002} World Wrestling Entertainment's "No Mercy" 2 the Alltel Arena in Little Rock, Arkansas, where teh Wrestlin gPurists (Kurt Angle & Chris Benoit) defeated Cut Into Mistery (Edge & Rey Misterio Junior) in a tournament final for the new Smackdown Tag Team titles, then HHH defeated Kane to unify the WWE Heavyweight & Intercontinental titles. . .
- October 21st:
{1983} Jack & Jerry Brisco defeated Rick "The Dragon" Steamboat & Jay Youngblood for the NWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1985} NWA Heavyweight Champion "Nature Boy" Ric Flair battled AWA Heavyweight Champion Rick Martel to a double countout after 34 minutes in Tokyo, Japan. . .
{1996} Hunter Hearst Helmsley defeated "Wildman" Marc Mero for the WWF Intercontinental title. . . Brian Christopher & Wolfie D defeated Bill & Jamie Dundee for the USWA Tag Team titles. . .
{2001} World Wrestling Federation's "No Mercy" @ the Savvis Center in St. Louis, Missouri, where Chris Jericho defeated The Rock for the WCW Heavyweight title, then Edge defeated Christian for the WWF Intercontinental title. . .
{2002} HHH molested a corpse while dressed as Kane, in the infamous "Katie Vick" necrophilia skit. . .
{2003} The Basham Brothers (Doug & Danny Basham) defeated Los Guerreros (Eddie & Chavo Guerrero) for the WWE Smackdown Tag Team Titles. . . Rory Fox & Quinten Lee traded the Heartland Wrestling Association Cruiserweight Title. . .
- October 22nd:
{1979} Hammer to Fall (Ivan Putski & Tito Santana) defeated the Valiant Brothesr (Johnny & Jerry Valiant) for the WWWF Tag Team titles. . .
{1995} World Wrestling Federation's "In Your House 4" @ the Winnipeg Arena in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, where 2016 WWE Hall of Famer "HeartBreak Kid" Shawn Michales forfeited the WWF Intercontinental title to "Dean" Shane Douglas, who was thusly defeated by Razor Ramone for the title. . .
{World Wrestling Federation's "No Mercy" 2 the Pepsi Arena in Albany, New York, where Edge & Christian, as the Masked Conquestidores, defeated the Hardy Boyz (Matt & Jeff Hardy) for the WWF Tag Team titles, then Kurt Angle defeated the Rock for the Heavyweight title. . .
{2001} Yoshihiro Tajiri defeated Billy Kidman for the WCW Cruiserweight title, Kurt Angle defeated Rhyno for the WCW United States title, Bradshaw defeated Hurricane Helmes for the WWF European title & Ayatollahs of Cook-Your-Rollahs(Chris Jericho & The Rock) defeated The Dudley Boyz (BuhBuh Ray & D'Von Dudley) for the Tag Team titles. . .
- October 23rd:
{1981} Ken Patera defeated Jack Brisco for the Missouri State Heavyweight title. . .
{1989} The Soultaker defeated Jerry "the king" Lawler for the USWA Unified Heavyweight title. . .
{1994} World Championship Wrestling's "Halloween Havoc" @ the Joe Louis Arena in Detroit, Michigan, where the Humblest Wrestlers in WCW ("Mister Wonderful" Paul Orndorff & "Pretty" Paul Roma) defeated Heroes (the Patriot & Marcus Alexander Bagwell) for the WCW Tag Team titles. . .
{1995} Brian Christopher defeated Jesse James Armstrong for the USWA Southern Heavyweight title. . . Alundra Blaze defeated Bertha Faye for the WWF Women's title. . .
{2000} The Hardy Boyz defeated Edge in a handicap match for the WWF Tag Team titles. . . "Yokozuna" Rodney Anoia died of a heart attack @ age 34. . .
{2001} The Dudley Boyz (BuhBuh Ray & D'Von Dudley) defeated The Hardy Boyz (Matt & Jeff Hardy) to unify the WWF & WCW Tag Team titles. . .
{2002} "Phenomenal" AJ Styles defeated Syxx-Pac for the NWA-TNA X Division title. . .
- October 24th:
{1974} the Champs Are Here (Nick Bockwinkel & Ray Stevens) defeated Give Us All the Tag Team Titles! (Crusher & Billy Robinson) for the AWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1984} Ernie Ladd defeated Magnum T.A. for the Mid-South North American Heavyweight title. . .
{1992} Don Muraco defeated "Superfly" Jimmy Snuka for the ECW Heavyweight title. . .
{1993} World Championship Wrestling's "Halloween Havoc" @ the Lakefront Arena in New Orleans, Louisiana. . .
{1994} The Moondogs (Spot & Rex) defeated the Phantoms (Tragedy & Sorrow) for the USWA Tag Team titles. . .
{1995} 1970s Wrestler Killer Karl Krupp died of a heart attack @ age 62. . .
{1998} The Dudley Boys (BuhBuh Ray & D'Von Dudley) defeated the motor City Madmen (Rob Van Dam & Sabu) for the ECW Tag titles. . .
{1999} World Champnioship Wrestling's "Halloween Havoc" @ the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, where Rick Steiner defeated Chris Benoit for the WCW Television title, Bill Goldberg defeated Sid Vicious for the United States title & Harlem Heat (Booker T & Stevie Ray) defeated the Filthy animals (Konnan & Billy Kidman) & Rough & Tumble (Brian Knobbs & Hugh Morris) for the Tag Team titles. . .
{2001} EZ Money defeated D'Lo Brown in a tournament final for the HWA Heavyweight Title. . .
