While it's already been announced that Peter Jackson will produce The Hobbit films, Sam Raimi is in serious talks to take the director's chair. If this happens, that means the 2 fellas responsible for the 21st century's 2 biggest trilogies (Spiderman and Lord of the Rings) will be crossing streams for the world's return to Middle Earth for the adventures of Bilbo Baggins. Raimi would be perfect considering he can pump out exceptional blockbusters, but also dark cult classics, like 1981's Evil Dead. Sign me up for the stoked list.

Jackass 2.5 is now up for your viewing pleasure, FREE. It features left over footage from Jackass 2, as well as some new stuff. Consider it the ultimate YouTube video.

Jack White of the White Stripes recently kinda-jokingly, but not really, said The Stripes may take a cue from the post-Revolver Beatles (and XTC) by quitting touring altogether and exist only as a studio band. After they chocked up some of the coolest live sets earlier this year by playing in bowling alleys, on moving buses, and boats on the water? Don't do it Jack..

The Zeppelin reunion tour rumors continue to fly, as The Police reunion tours did exactly one year ago. But nothing is official until it is official.

Hawthorne Heights' guitarist recently passed away in his sleep, and the autopsy report indicated it was a result of accidental prescription medication interaction, and has not been ruled as suicidal or an overdose, just an unfortunate combo.

The Rock N Roll Hall Of Fame's class of 2007 has been announced. Madonna, Leonard Cohen, The Ventures, The Dave Clark Five and John Mellencamp. But... still no Stooges? Seriously guys..

And if you haven't heard, The Matrix guys are finally back in the game, with SPEED RACER. Check out the trailer here. It's dope.

I didn't get around to a Top 5 Tuesday yesterday. So I owe you loyal readers BIG, and I got something pretty sleek in the works that will make Top 5 Tuesdays look like the Mickey Mouse Club. It involves giving you music. So stay tuned!

In the meantime, go to Steel City Coffeehouse tonight to catch the most talented guitarist in the area, Mr. Trevor Gordon Hall. I mean it! He squeezes all kinds of noises and chords out of his trusty acoustic guitar that you won't believe your eyes. Or ears! He says more instrumentally with the wizardry of his guitar than most singing acts do with their tongues. And that says a lot!

Also, we stand corrected. Led Zeppelin WILL NOT be playing Bonaroo next summer, or so says the Bonaroo officials. But I think it's because the (maybe reuniting, maybe not) Zepp are planning on already rocking the festival that's slated to take place in VINELAND, NJ next summer. (Starting unfounded rumors sometimes creates truth, you know. So join me in this wish.)

While I try to think of a good "top 5" for today, I'm gonna let you with some tid bits first.

Christian Bale. AS JOHN CONNOR in the new Terminator flick? It's beginning to look like more than just a rumor. As for who to play a new terminator.. I'd like to request Ving Rhames. (tell me that wouldn't kick butt?)

"I'm Not There" is astoundingly rad, tho a bit dizzying for those outside of the Dylaniverse. But, Cate Blanchet's remarkable performance as one of the handful of Todd Haynes' Dylans, makes it a must see. Show times.

Next year's Bonaroo Festival headliner? Talk is swirling around a little band from England. You might know them. Led Zeppelin. It's just a rumor, sure, but this is exactly how The Police's reunion this past year came to be--talk of Bonaroo.

Also, I've grown a beard for the winter. Just saying.