#TheRoundUp by Enzer - No. 49

HOT ON TV

Total Request Live (TRL) on MTV (U.S.A.) is back!

Is that good news or bad news?

I never used to miss an episode of TRL when it aired back in the 2000s and was hosted by Carson Daly. Most of the music that ended up playing on my music playlists was music that TRL was showcasing. Therefore; this reality series (as we like to call it here) played a huge role during my teenage years.

Version 2.0 isn’t so bad either. I like the new logo, the new hosts, the set and the featured artists that continuously bring back all the best memories of the 2000s. 
Yes, folks, we do not miss Carson Daly, LOL. *hides*

Tune in if you have a few minutes to spare, record some episodes if you’d like something to watch while on a break or look for the episodes of the old TRL with Carson Daly if you’re unhappy about him becoming less relevant to the young adults demographic.

HOTTER:

Dancing with the Stars on ABC (U.S.A.) kicked off its twenty-fifth season in October with a cast I was hugely impressed by, hosts that do well and a panel of judges that is stingy with points. I can’t say it is my favorite season (or TV show for that matter) but the production is worth the watch.

A.I. UPDATE:

The judging panel for the upcoming season of American Idol on ABC is now in place! Katy Perry, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie recently signed on as judges and have had all social media buzzing since then. I am proud to say that Enzer's World (E.W.) was not left out.

I could have never guessed that those three superstars would ever judge anything appearing on TV. I am not happy about the producers not selecting an entertainment industry expert (like Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson, Kara DioGuardi) as a judge, however, a popular name might be the best candidate to keep the ratings at a higher level.

#EnzerLovesIdol

THROWBACK:

Did you guys watch Room 104’s first season? The show concluded its first season on HBO (U.S.A.) in October with many wondering what season two has in store for its TV following (a.k.a, me). 
The series, created by Mark and Jay Duplass has E.W. gobsmacked. Each episode has its own unique story-line with cast members that we enjoy watching meshed into thirty minutes of thrilling scenes.  
You might skip most scenes, but I can assure that you won’t want to miss out on knowing what each episode’s story-lines are about.

I got to watch a couple of awards shows this past summer. The VMAs (MTV), the Teen Choice Awards (FOX) and the Emmys (CBS) all upped their game. Breathtaking performances, outstanding hosts, and stellar stages dominated this past summer’s lineup of awards ceremonies bringing back the life they had lost during the previous years. 
I am glad a lot of producers took risks which paid off and that audiences are already excited about the upcoming awards season already. 
An ‘A’ from us!

SPEAK OUT

#Celebs

Does James Corden deserve a lengthy introduction?

Yes, he does, but I’m pretty sure that most of us already know what appears on his resume such that this section of #TheRoundUp would end up being a recital of some sort.

James is E.W.’s Outstanding Reality TV Host and Outstanding Televised Event Host for the fifth E.W. Year. He deserves more medals than Usain Bolt for scooping two Recognitions taking the best host title from Ryan Seacrest who never fails on TV.

James hosts The Late Late Show on CBS (U.S.A.) which wouldn’t be at its best if he were not part of the production. 
I hope the next Grammys are hosted by him. #FingersCrossed

#Quotes

“The wise musicians are those who play what they can master.” – DUKE ELLINGTON

“I am proud to acknowledge that I am a liberal who adheres to old-fashioned liberal values such as the rule of law, universal franchise, free elections, a free press, free association, guaranteed civil rights and an independent judiciary." – HELEN SUZMAN

“A champion is afraid of losing. Everyone else is afraid of winning.” – BILLIE JEAN KING

“Commitment does not mean that it has to last forever, but while you are there, commit yourself 100%. By doing this, the quality of your life improves 100%.” – SUSAN JEFFERS

“Your regrets aren’t what you did, but what you didn’t do. So take every opportunity.” – CAMERON DIAZ

MUSIC SPOT

THIS ALBUM ROCKS!

Fifth Harmony by Fifth Harmony

Songs We Like: Down (ft. Gucci Mane); He Like That; Deliver; Don’t Say You Love Me; Angel; Por Favor (with Pitbull)
Album Name: Why now?

BUZZING MUSIC VIDEOS OF NOW:

Every Kind Of Way by H.E.R.
Not My Ex by Jessie J
Let Me Go by Hailee Steinfeld & Alesso
Sucker For You by Matt Terry



View all of E.W.’s top music videos right now by simply typing in 

‘MUSIC SPOT #SongOfTheDay’

…into your Twitter Search Bar (and then click ‘Search’) and all of the tweets will appear on your screen.

For new music videos, cover versions, classics, lyric videos or live performances type in

‘MUSIC SPOT #FreshVideo’

Or

‘MUSIC SPOT #CoverSongOfTheDay’ 

Or

‘MUSIC SPOT #Classic’

Or

‘MUSIC SPOT #LyricVideo’ 

Or

‘MUSIC SPOT #Live’ 

SOCIAL MEDIA

Who’s Following E.W. on Twitter?:

Steiner Sports
Steve Spangler
Mark Schulman

NEW ON E.W.

Do not miss out on the E.W. Challenge General Knowledge Questions posted each week and each month on E.W. Global and E.W. Global-West respectively. Use the hashtag #EWChallenge on Twitter and Facebook to play. Good luck!

The launch of E.W. Radio’s second trial has been postponed until further notice.





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‘Til Next Time

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