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This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Alvin and the Chipmunks. All opinions are 100% mine.

My six year old is currently obsessed with the new Alvin and the Chipmunks DVD – “The Squeakquel”. After purchasing the double DVD pack last week, the movie has been playing in my playroom DVD player practically non-stop. no lie. Initially, I wasn’t really that interested in watching the flick but after seeing how much my son was enjoying it, I had to see for myself what the fuss was all about. And I have to say that I was pleasantly surprised by the Chipmunks movie. The Squeakquel is quite entertaining with tons of music and hilarious antics by the lovable Chipmunks. Plus the movie features the addition of “the Chipettes” voiced by none other than Amy Poehler, Anna Faris and Christina Applegate. It’s fun to see a new generation of kids enjoying characters that we all grew up with. I personally remember owning the “Chipmunks Punk” album when I was little. How could anyone resist Alvin, Theodore and Simon singing songs like “My Sharona”?? I know I couldn’t. And now, the Chipmunks are at it again, performing tracks like “We Are Family”, “Shake Your Groove Thing” and “Single Ladies”.
Speaking of which, the “The Squeak Along” bonus disc is a must have. Come on, you know you want to singalong to Beyonce’s “Single Ladies”! don’t deny it! It’s great family fun and the DVD two pack as well as the Blu-Ray versions are available at a store near you so be sure to buy it now!! Your kids will love ya for it.

And if your kids are like mine, they’d definitely enjoy More Munk Mayhem over at FoxFamilyFlicks.com. There are neat little games, activities and videos featuring the Chipmunks. I also want to mention MunkYourself.com which allows your kids to customize their own version of the Chipmunks with different clothes, hairdos and accessories. fun stuff!

After the sudden cancellation of the first three shows on the Keith Emerson/Greg Lake tour, Emerson posted an explanation on his facebook page.

I must apologize for the very last-minute cancellation of the show in Lakewood, and also of Glenside and Ridgefield shows, and for my absence of an issuance of any sort of statement.
The production we had hoped to put on was lacking in its musical and technical preparations. I was too distraught and embarrassed to come on stage to perform or even to announce the sudden cancellation myself, and to issue a statement immediately. What we were embarking upon was completely new ventures for both of us. I could not appear in front of an audience with high-expectations so unprepared. At that particular time, the quality of music I wished to present was more important to me than my reputation or financial gain. I now realize fully that the decision had a devastating effect on many including fans, my crew, staff, the promoters and the venues.
I will make every effort to fulfill our commitments to fans and friends at the re-scheduled dates in May for the cancelled shows.
I realize that I have disappointed my loyal fans. I know that many of you have traveled afar, used your precious vacation days, and spent your hard-earned money just to see the show. I am very sorry not only to those who came to Lakewood and those who bought tickets for Glenside and Ridgefield shows, but also all fans for whom I have deep respect.
I hope you can accept us delivering good shows, starting on Monday, April 5 in Annapolis, as a form of sincere apology.

Keith Emerson
Annapolis, 3 April 2010
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