Twisty Week at Rock Star: All Stars

Last week, RockBandLounge.com announced The Big Twist, where one of the eliminated rockers would be voted back into the competition. After several days of campaigning and voting, TWO singers actually made it back into the contest. Zayra Alvarez and Ryan Star wound up with a tie for the most votes, and both of them made their way back into the contest, complete with a free pass for Christmas week.

When the voting for the week's performances came to an end, the Bottom Three was made up of Toby Rand, Magni, and Josh Logan. And yet another Twist was introduced in this twisty week...it would be another Double Elimination and the two highest vote-getters would be leaving the competition.

This time, we are seeing the end of Josh and Magni's runs in Rock Star: All Stars. But if you want to hear more from them, be sure to check out their MySpace pages. You can find Josh's here, and be sure to keep an eye out for news about his album release. And for news on Magni, check him out here and look for his album on iTunes!

If Toby is your favorite, or any of the other remaining eight singers in RockBandLounge.com's Rock Star: All Stars contest, be sure to head over there and VOTE!

And don't forget that the whole purpose of this is to get Rock Star back on our TV's! The networks are starting to solidify their lineups of reality TV, and so far, there is no Rock Star for us. If you want to do something about that, take a look at RockBandLounge.com's Big Letter Writing Campaign Thread.

See You Later Ryan? Maybe...

This week on RockBandLounge.com's Rock Star: All Stars, the superbly talented Ryan Star got the boot. BUT...don't forget about the Big Twist! From today through Saturday, fans can vote to bring any of the ousted rockers back into the competition, complete with a free pass through next week's elimination. If you want to see Ryan back in the competition, head over to RockBandLounge.com and cast your vote!

Other singers in this week's Bottom Four (yes, Four, not Three) were Josh Logan, Magni, and Storm Large. If you want to see them have a chance at winning this thing, you have to vote!

Other rockers eligible to be brought back into the competition include Zayra Alvarez, Neal Carlson, Dilana, Brandon Calhoon, Ty Taylor, Patrice Pike, Deanna Johnston, Suzie McNeil, Jordis Unga, and dirtyPhil Ritchie.

In case you want to hear more from Ryan, check him out at MySpace or at his Official Website.

The Big Twist Revealed

So they've been hinting about a Big Twist for a little bit over at RockBandLounge.com's Rock Star: All Stars competition, and the twist has now been revealed.

After tomorrow's elimination vote, each of the eliminated rockers will be up for reentry into the competition. One of the eleven eliminated singers will be allowed to come back, and they will be given a free pass for their first week. So, if you are one of those who was outraged by Zayra's early elimination or dumbfounded by Suzie's removal, head over to RockBandLounge.com to vote on who should be able to come back!

Singers eligible for this are Zayra, Neal, Brandon, Ty, dirtyPhil, Deanna, Jordis, Suzie, Dilana, Patrice, and whoever is eliminated in tomorrow's vote.

This week there is a bottom four, as there was a tie for the final spot in the bottom three. So Josh, Magni, Storm, and Ryan are all up for elimination tomorrow. If one of them is your favorite and you want them to stay in the competition, be sure to vote tomorrow between midnight and 11:59 pm Pacific time for someone else to be the one leaving.

Jordis's Reign Comes to an End

At RockBandLounge.com's Rock Star: All Stars competition, Jordis Unga had been crowned the new Queen of the Bottom Three, taking over that title from Suzie McNeil. However, she has now been voted out after countless visits to the Bottom Three. She finally just ran out of steam and momentum.

While she still hasn't released any new music since her stint on Rock Star: INXS, you can still check out her myspace page to stay abreast of what she is up to.

Other members of this week's Bottom Three were Magni and Josh Logan, both second-time visitors to the Bottom Three. If they are one of your favorites, be sure to visit RockBandLounge.com and vote for them to keep them alive in the competition.

In other Rock Star: All Stars news, there is a Big Twist that is soon to be revealed. Stay tuned for more information!

And don't forget to keep sending in letters to CBS! We want more Rock Star on our TV's!

You Should Know These Bands!

I am a big music fan. You may have noticed that, based on so many of my blogs being related to music. In recent years, I have *discovered* a number of bands and singers...some of them are nationally/internationally known, others are only locally known, but all of them are bands that I love. This is my way of giving them a little shout out...and encouraging more people to get to know their music!

Storm and the Balls are one of the best out of Portland, Oregon. Storm participated in the series Rock Star: Supernova, and her song "Ladylike" became an overnight sensation. Her Balls are serious rockers, having formerly been in the bands Everclear and Motherload. Their live shows are a mixture of original music and "mash-ups" of who knows what it will be each time. Listen for more here: Storm and the Balls on MySpace

Blue October is a band from Texas that is finally starting to get a little more attention in areas other than Texas. Not your typical rock band (they have a violin in the lineup), their sound is infectious and their lyrics are heartfelt and poignant. Check them out on their MySpace page: Blue October on MySpace.

Lennex is led by bobble-headed front man dirtyPhil Ritchie, also of Rock Star: Supernova fame. Based in Ocean City, Maryland, Lennex are a down and dirty hardworking rock band. And yes, occasionally dirtyPhil will WHIP IT OUT to the delight of fans...the trumpet, of course. He whips the trumpet out. Take a listen! Lennex on MySpace

Flickerstick is DFW area band that got national attention several years ago as the winners of the VH1 show, Bands on the Run. The influences they list range from Pink Floyd to The Flaming Lips to Jagermeister (and yes, they mean what you think they mean). These boys always put on a good show, which is good since they are almost always touring. You can hear more at Flickerstick on MySpace.

Zayra Alvarez came to fame on Rock Star: Supernova as the wacky Latina chica who was sure to put on a show. Her unusual fashion choices somehow seemed to mirror her outlandish ways of performing classic rock songs, but somehow, she made us want to see more. Her original music is hauntingly beautiful and eclectic, and is well worth a listen. Oh yeah, and she is also friends with the Blue October boys and has sung backup on some of their music! More here: Zayra on MySpace.

Calhoun again is a Dallas area band with an unusual indie rock sound. On stage, they tend to take on the mood of the crowd to which they are playing, making each live performance a truly unique experience. Check 'em out! Calhoun on MySpace

Ryan Star is a singer and songwriter who knows how to rock. His music can typically be played all on the piano or the guitar and his lyrics are both touching and thoughtful, even those that are occasionally disturbing. Based out of New York, he gained popularity on Rock Star: Supernova before signing his own record deal. Listen in : Ryan Star on MySpace

Miser is a hard rock band out of Dallas that has begun to gain widespread acclaim due to their phenomenal cover of The Cranberries' "Zombie". Boasting a solid rhythm section and vocals that both bite and take flight, Miser is a band that you can't afford to miss. Go here for more: Miser on MySpace

Magni has proven that Iceland rocks! His performance on Rock Star: Supernova took his fame from being primarily within Iceland to having fans across the world. He can sing anything from a gentle melody to a hard rock/metal anthem, and does it all with a sense of humor. His music is newly available on iTunes, and you can get a preview of it here: Magni on MySpace

Burden Brothers is another Dallas area band, this one formed by former members of Dallas band The Toadies. If you were a fan of the Toadies, you will like Burden Brothers as well! They have a similar feel with an updated sound that really works. Listen in for more: Burden Brothers on MySpace

Juke Kartel are an Aussie band that know how to have a good time! Lead singer Toby Rand gained the band an international fan base after his stint on Rock Star: Supernova, but the boys in Oz were not too disappointed to see him come back to them. They were invited to open for Supernova on tour, and have gone on their own tour in the US as well. The world is eagerly awaiting their new music...but listen to what they've already recorded here: Juke Kartel on MySpace

Mothers Anthem are an Austin-based band with a message. Rock music underscores lyrics designed to inspire and lift the listener up. They may be new to the scene, but they are preparing to take the scene by storm. Listen here for more: Mothers Anthem on MySpace

Suzie McNeil learned on Rock Star: INXS that while she may have been technically the best singer, she was not the best for INXS. However, she has rebounded from that show with a debut album. The Canadian songstress offers catchy tunes backed by a powerful voice. Check her out. Suzie McNeil on MySpace

RadioRadio is an indie band from Tulsa, OK brought to my attention by my friend soonergurl8. They combine rock music and a dance feel for a unique sound all their own, but one you can't forget. Take a listen: RadioRadio on MySpace

Brave Combo is a Denton New-Wave polka band. Yes, New-Wave polka. They've been together for nearly 30 years, and have won multiple Grammy's for their efforts. What exactly, you may ask, IS New-Wave polka? Well, if you want to know, you need to listen. Check them out on MySpace: Brave Combo on MySpace

Holding Mercury is the new band fronted by Chicago's Rock Star: Supernova hopeful, Matt Hoffer. What do they sound like? Well, I don't know that I can put a label on it. I'll just say that I like what I've heard, and I can't wait to hear more. Hopefully they will have an album out soon. Listen in here: Holding Mercury on MySpace

Josh Logan combines rock, soul, and r&b music to achieve his unique sound. Part Stevie Wonder, part Pearl Jam, Josh makes it seem easy to combine so many styles into one. Gaining popularity on Rock Star: Supernova, Josh refused to compromise his own strengths and style, his musical integrity, in order to win. Wanna know more? Click here: Josh Logan on MySpace