http://www.ilikebenfm.com/blogs/marilyn/home.aspxCheck out the Mind of Marilyn blog for the latest on celebrity gossip, Philly events, station promotions, and more!en-usCopyright 2013, WBEN-FMWed, 19 Jun 2013 23:34:10 GMTTue, 18 Jun 2013 18:08:57 GMT1http://emmisinteractive.comShaping up to be a great big "Voice" finale next week with special guests and musical performances from Pitbull, Christina Aquilera, Bruno Mars and even CHER...but the real question is who's the next VOICE?  Michelle/Danielle/Swon Brothers...we shall see! Well, now I just feel bad that I've frequently said Re:  Mumford & Sons - that I'm not a fan.  After complaining of "feeling unwell" for days, Mumford & Sons bassist Ted Dwane was rushed to the hospital this week where doctors performed emergency surgery after discovering a blood clot on his brain.  Thankfully, they got it in time and a quick recovery is expected...3 shows, however, were cancelled but will be rescheduled as soon as possible. Finally, pop star Demi Lovato wants her very own Barbie Doll...don't we all kid.  She tweeted that she's collected Barbies her whole life and for her 21st birthday would love to have one made in ...http://www.ilikebenfm.com/blogs/marilyn/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10556365marilyn@ilikebenfm.com (Marilyn)http://www.ilikebenfm.com/blogs/marilyn/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10556365Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:08:57 GMTTaylor Swift has been busy popping up everywhere.  She made a guest appearance on the Voice this past Monday, suprising Usher's girl Michelle as she was practicing one of Taylor's songs...AND, she channeled her inner Marianne Faithful with the Rolling Stones performing "As Tears Go By" with Mick and the Band as they continue their '50 and Counting Tour'. Former Police frontman, Sting, is charting a new musical course with his next album, scheduled for release September 24th entitled "The Last Ship."  It'll feature songs written for a new musical of the same name.  I know don't about you but I kinda wish he'd go back on the force... Finally, the reunited Black Sabbath - Ozzy, Tony Iommi and Geezer Butler will be on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon this Monday as they continue their promotional blitz for the new CD and upcoming tour.  Hopefully there's a translator.  http://www.ilikebenfm.com/blogs/marilyn/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10553441marilyn@ilikebenfm.com (Marilyn)http://www.ilikebenfm.com/blogs/marilyn/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10553441Thu, 06 Jun 2013 16:26:57 GMTI've never been in the Kiss Army but wonder how many people still are?  If you're still as loyal as ever to the band you'll be pleased to know that Gne Simmons recently shared this on Swedish TV - "We're having a great time, but one day it will end and I hope on the day that we end, we end on a high note instead of going down.  You don't wanna stay one day longer than when it's great; you wanna be great 'til the end."  He added that Kiss has at least another 5-10 years left at the most. In other music news...Rock and Roll Hall of Famers the EAGLES have added a dozen more US concert dates to their History of Eagles Tour...they're in Philly July 16th at Wells Fargo Center...yes, I'm tempted. Finally, very sad news involving the super-talented Bruno Mars whose mother Bernadette Hernandez, died ...http://www.ilikebenfm.com/blogs/marilyn/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10552365marilyn@ilikebenfm.com (Marilyn)http://www.ilikebenfm.com/blogs/marilyn/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10552365Mon, 03 Jun 2013 14:16:48 GMTBeyonce will headline "The Women's Concert for Change," a new campaign founded by Gucci to raise funds and awareness for female empowerment around the world.  Also on the bill Ellie Goulding, Florence + the Machine, Jay Z, Jennifer Lopez, John Legend and Timbaland, Madonna and more.  The global concert event will be broadcast live on June 1 to over 175 countries and air in London on June 2nd.  I think this audience will be forwarned...DO not even attempt to give Beyone a little pat on the butt (like that dude in Copenhagen)! R&B SuperStar Usher has been added to the lineup of tonight's "Healing the Heartland: Relief Benefit Concert" organized and headlined by his fellow "The Voice" judge/mentor Blake Shelton.  Look for Rascal Flatts, Miranda Lambert, Luke Bryan and more to perform and check it tonight on NBC at 9:00 p.m. Finally, bur not surprisingly, Adam Levine has a new ...http://www.ilikebenfm.com/blogs/marilyn/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10550472marilyn@ilikebenfm.com (Marilyn)http://www.ilikebenfm.com/blogs/marilyn/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10550472Wed, 29 May 2013 12:02:03 GMT"Bruce Springsteen and I" - do you know about this?  Ridley Scott's fancentric film will be released July 22nd.  A great film maker capturing the "relationship between a recording artist and the impact he has on those who connect so profoundly with his music."  The film is totally fan-driven and will include a plethora of powerful performances by Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band!  SWEET! Staying in Jersey, the family feud between Jon Bon Jovi and Richie Sambora continues...Richie is totally out but is not happy with a few things the Jon has been quoted as saying, including "you have a choice.  You either figure it out, go and grow,not only survive but thrive - or you say I hate my brother and I'm gonna quit the band."  Richie Sambora shot back in an interview with the Daily Mail saying "My opinion is Jon wants to see if he ...http://www.ilikebenfm.com/blogs/marilyn/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10548780marilyn@ilikebenfm.com (Marilyn)http://www.ilikebenfm.com/blogs/marilyn/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10548780Fri, 24 May 2013 13:18:28 GMTA few tickets remain for the 6th Annual Utley All-Star Animals Casino Night at the Electric Factory Wednesday night (May 15).  Listen to my conversation to learn more about the event, how you can help with the continuing efforts of the PSPCA to find homes for loving dogs and how to win a one-on-one batting lesson from her hubs Chase!http://www.ilikebenfm.com/blogs/marilyn/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10543851marilyn@ilikebenfm.com (Marilyn)http://www.ilikebenfm.com/blogs/marilyn/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10543851Tue, 14 May 2013 10:28:44 GMTHis Weekend Update is so good-he's going to have to make it a Daily Update on his own show.  When Jimmy Fallon moves to the Tonight Show, Seth gets "Late Night."  Pretty cool!  Show will be produced by SNL honcho Lorne Michaels.http://www.ilikebenfm.com/blogs/marilyn/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10543756marilyn@ilikebenfm.com (Marilyn)http://www.ilikebenfm.com/blogs/marilyn/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10543756Mon, 13 May 2013 13:23:55 GMTIron Man 3 had a huge opening weekend. $175.3 million makes Iron Man 3 the second largest opening opening weekend ever! If you saw it this weekend, we want to hear your reviews.http://www.ilikebenfm.com/blogs/marilyn/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10540604marilyn@ilikebenfm.com (Marilyn)http://www.ilikebenfm.com/blogs/marilyn/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10540604Mon, 06 May 2013 12:59:42 GMTStones opened up their "50 and Counting" tour this weekend In LA and they were joined on stage by some very special guests including Gwen Stefani and Keith Urban. Boston rock royalty Aerosmith, Boston, J. Geils Band and James Taylor will all perform at the upcoming Boston Strong: An Evening of Support and Celebration concert organized to raise unds for the One und Boston Charity...May 30th at the TD Garden. Justin Timberlake still riding the wave of success from his return to music ("20/20 Experience") - but this just in - Justin has already secured his next movie role.  He's been selected to star in "Spinning Gold," an upcoming biopic about Casablanca Records Founder Neil Bogart...disco ball sold separately. Lastly, kudos to Jon Bon Jovi who was on hand last Thursday when Gov Chris Christie signed into law legislation that encourages citizens to report overdoses without fear of being arrested ...http://www.ilikebenfm.com/blogs/marilyn/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10540627marilyn@ilikebenfm.com (Marilyn)http://www.ilikebenfm.com/blogs/marilyn/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10540627Mon, 06 May 2013 12:57:10 GMTMile Cyrus claims she will be named #1 on Maxim's Hott 100. What do YOU think about this?http://www.ilikebenfm.com/blogs/marilyn/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10540548marilyn@ilikebenfm.com (Marilyn)http://www.ilikebenfm.com/blogs/marilyn/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10540548Mon, 06 May 2013 10:37:03 GMT