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The List for Wednesday, March 1st 2023

Welcome to The List,

On yesterday's episode of "The Kelly Clarkson Show", Brendan Fraser said he accidentally got choked out while shooting the 1999 movie “The Mummy” it was the scene at the beginning of the movie where his character is hung at an Egyptian prison.  Brendan was standing on his toes with a rope around his neck.  But the guy holding the rope pulled it a little TOO high. Bing Bada Boom and he woke up on the ground with gravel in his teeth. There was a stunt coordinator who said, 'Congratulations, you're in the club . . . the same thing happened to Mel Gibson on 'Braveheart' . . . And YOU wanna be an actor?

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Morgan Evans released a five-part docuseries on YouTube that started out as a look into his life and music in Australia.  But his divorce from Kelsea Ballerini changed things.  He says, quote, "The original focus was on the music and coming home.  "But it's not like I could pretend like something wasn't going on."  That's when he poured his feelings into the song, "Over For You".  The docuseries highlights his impromptu performance of it last fall in Australia.  You can watch it now below.

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7r7MnMIqdkyIWY48tt8M-dh-iengMkU6

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Blake Shelton tells Entertainment Tonight that he misses Gwen Stefani when he's on tour. "It's terrible being away from home. Right now, they’re having bad storms back in California, and I hate not being there. Not that anything bad is happening... but I know they’re kind of freaked out and it'd be nice to be home.

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If you’ve heard reports that Tom Brady is wanting to launch a standup career, well, they’re BOGUS.  But that doesn't mean he's not interested in comedy. TMZ says Brady is in talks with Netflix to be the subject of a ROAST . . . tentatively titled "The Greatest Roast of All Time". He also plans on spending time with his kids before starting his 10-year, $375 million broadcasting deal with Fox.

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Pamela Anderson has done it…along with many other entertainment personalities…NOW, Paula Abdul tells E! News that a movie about her life is in development. Saying she’s being wooed by different streamers and networks. But for her…it wouldn’t be a straight documentary style…I’m a choreographer, so I’d have to tell it the way my mind works creatively.

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Just when you think HARDY is ready for some well-deserved rest, he surprises us again!  Today, the Mississippi heavy hitter surprised fans to three new performance tracks with an all-new, exclusive Apple Music Sessions. The show stopping offering reimagines two groundbreaking catalog cuts – one of them current Top 10 single "wait in the truck" feat. fellow heavy hitter the reigning CMA New Artist and Female Artist of the Year Lainey Wilson.

You can catch The List, weekdays at 2:20 and 4:20 on Iowa’s BEST Country KIX 101.1

 
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Nashville Music Minute: Does Uncle Eddy have an RV?

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The List for Tuesday, February 28th 2023

Welcome to The List,

Netflix's first-ever live streaming event is this Saturday with Chris Rock's stand-up special, "Selective Outrage".  There will also be live shows before AND after. "The Show Before the Show" will include messages from Chris' friends like Amy Schumer, Jerry Seinfeld, Arsenio Hall, and Leslie Jones.  It'll be hosted by Ronny Chieng from "The Daily Show" and will air at 10:30 p.m. Chris' stand-up show will be available to stream after it airs.

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We all have a playlist we like to listen to when doing things around the house…working on the truck….Carly Pearce has HER favorite music while exercising ... “A lot of Beyoncé when I’m running. A lot of 90s female artists outside of when I’m running – Faith, Trisha, Shania. I really like electronic music when I’m running, which is really weird, just like remixes and techno stuff. People make fun of me when they listen to what I’m listening to, but some sort of playlist like that, definitely.“ I listen to a lot of pretty heavy rock when I’m in the gym…so yeah…very motivating….

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Tom Sizemore remains in critical condition in the ICU after suffering a brain aneurysm and a stroke on the 18th. His manager said he's still in a coma and his family has been advised to have an end-of-life plan for him because there hasn't been any improvement.

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We haven't seen much of Arnold Schwarzenegger since "Terminator: Dark Fate" in 2019 . . . but that's about to change. He's doing an eight-episode action/comedy series for Netflix called "FUBAR", and a teaser dropped yesterday.  It's about a father and daughter who are forced to work together after they discover they're both CIA operatives. 'FUBAR' premieres on May 25th. It does kind of sound like "True Lies", except the dynamic is switched from husband/wife to father/daughter.

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This is Blake Shelton’s last season on ‘The Voice’, so.. what would it take for him to stay?? “I’d like for Kelly to…not be on the show anymore…I just think there’s to much Kelly Clarkson on the television in general.” ‘The Voice’ premieres on Monday, March 6th

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And lastly….Jake Owen's dog, Merle, has passed. He posted; “Weird time for me these days. Lost another best friend. We shared almost 14 years together. He went more places than most people ever will, and slept thru most of it. He was with me thru the best of the best and worst moments of my life. Love ya Merle. You were my dawg.”

You can catch The List, weekdays at 2:20 and 4:20 on Iowa’s BEST Country KIX 101.1

 
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Hank 2/28/2023

OUR KIX CRITTER OF THE WEEK IS HANK!!

You might have seen the story on Facebook. Lonnie Hogeland from Hogeland Auto Plaza was able to catch this fellow.

He is now all cleaned up and ready for a new home. It turns out Hank is about 11 years old. He loves everything and everyone. Hank's eye sight is not the best as he is mostly blind and can only see shadows. But that does not stop him from enjoying life! He is dog and cat friendly. If you are looking for a small dog, Hank maybe the one you are looking for! Hank's adoption fee is $75, which includes his neuter, vaccines, microchip and various other treatments. If you are interested in Hank, please stop by the front desk or call 641-753-9046

 
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Nashville Music Minute: Miranda Lambert helps earn a #1 hit

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The List for Monday, February 27th 2023

Welcome to The List,

Gene Simmons is hitting up the famous Abbey Road studio in England and he's Inviting fans to join him. On July 10th, fans will be able to spend the day with Gene and record a KISS song with him.  No musical experience is necessary.  you can bring one guest with you. You'll also be gifted with items from Gene's personal KISS collection, take photos and videos with him, and he'll sign two of your personal items. It costs $5,995…no word on if that includes air fair and accommodations…but it’s Gene Simmons…

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I think we've all regretted buying some piece of clothing at one time or another.  Carrie Underwood posted a video of herself wearing a pair of what she called "noisy britches". They're shiny black leggings, and they're very tight.  When she walks, they crinkle and squeak, and that's all you can focus on. Kinda like the old corduroy pants with the right friction you could start a fire.

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A Melbourne, Australia restaurant recently refused to serve Russell Crowe and his girlfriend because they were dressed in stinky gym clothes. The owner says, ''We treat everyone the same. It doesn't matter who you are or if you are Russell Crowe. We've got a dress code that we push across every level. So whoever it is, it stays the same.

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Does every Canadian singer know each other?  Probably not, but give them time.  Tenille Townes met Bryan Adams in a Vancouver staircase last summer.  It was a short talk, but it gave her the courage to send him a song, hoping he'd record it with her.  It's called, "The Thing That Wrecks You", and you can stream it now.

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Jimmie Allen shared a cryptic message on Twitter that had people thinking he was quitting the business.  Quote, "I came to you in 2007 chasing this music dream.  Thank you for the memories.  It's time to move on now, but I'll be back to visit for sure." Turns out, he's just moving to Florida.

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If you dug "Cocaine Bear", get ready for "Attack of the Meth Gator".  It's being made by the same people who did the "Sharknado" movies.  It's coming this summer, probably straight to DVD and On Demand.

You can catch The List, weekdays at 2:20 and 4:20 on Iowa’s BEST Country KIX 101.1

 
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Nashville Music Minute: Country artist loses a dog

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The List for Friday, February 24th 2023

Welcome to The List,

Fans are starting to speculate that another "Wayne's World" sequel could be on the way after seeing a recent post from Dana Carvey.  He posted a photo of himself and Mike Myers as Wayne and Garth.  Back in 2021 they did get in costume for a Super Bowl ad for Uber Eats.  So this could (potentially) just be a throwback photo . . . or maybe another commercial…our fingers are crossed…

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Last year HBO Max announced it was developing an "It" prequel series.  Well, it's OFFICIALLY moving forward. It's called "Welcome to Derry", and the director of the 2017 and 2019 "It" movies is returning to "expand the vision" of those movies.   Still no word if Bill Skarsgard will return as Pennywise. Stephen King gave the series his blessing.

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Kane Brown and Kelsea Ballerini are returning to co-host this year's "CMT Music Awards".  It's their second year in a row hosting together.  The show is going down April 2nd in Austin, Texas . . . and it'll air live on CBS..

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Warner Bros. Pictures is revamping the “Lord of the Rings” film franchise.  newly installed studio leaders have brokered a deal to make “multiple” films based on the beloved J. R. R. Tolkien books.  No filmmakers have been attached yet to the projects that are being called “The Middle-Earth Enterprises”.

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Newsbreak says Jennifer Lopez is open to performing at weddings. Along with the wedding things that YOU may have purchased…Her demands include penthouse accommodations, bodyguards, bottled water, soft drinks, lilies or red or white roses, lime blossom candles, freshly baked cookies and M&M's…good luck…

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Morgan Wallen is Number One on all five of Billboard's country charts . . . Hot Country Songs, Country Streaming Songs, Country Digital Song Sales, Country Albums, and Country Airplay.  Luke Combs was the last person to do it, four years ago. Morgan's new album, "One Thing at a Time", comes out March 3rd.

You can catch The List, weekdays at 2:20 and 4:20 on Iowa’s BEST Country KIX 101.1

 
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Nashville Music Minute: Kane Brown the wooden actor

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At The Movies for Thursday, February 23rd 2023

Welcome to At the Movies Brought to You by North Grand Cinema in Ames…

In theaters this weekend: ‘Magic Mike’s Last Dance’

Mike Lane returns to the stage for the last time.  When he takes the show to London!!

https://youtu.be/pBIGdw-BRxw

‘Magic Mike’s Last Dance’ is Rated: R

Stars: Channing Tatum and Salma Hayek

At the Movies’, Brought to you by North Grand Cinema, in Ames. Listen tomorrow during the Morning Kickstart to win a Family Four Pack of tickets to a movie of your choice from North Grand Cinema and Iowa’s BEST Country KIX 101.1.

‘At the Movies’ Thursday’s at 5:40 on Iowa's BEST Country KIX 101.1

 
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