Filled with Glee!

Busy as ever these days with my challenging job as a Web Copywriter for Bluegreen Resorts, I finally had a moment last night to catch up with one of my favorite new shows, Glee! As a lover of pop music, I've been drawn to the show all year. It is a little fantastical, but it works. I mean come on now. The football jocks and choir nerds singing together in harmony and the "Cheerios" walking around in uniform à la Bring It On? That's not how I remember high school. Brushing that aside for the moment, I can appreciate the vast talent of the show's stars and really enjoy the musical performance numbers. Favorite performances include stirring renditions of "Don't Stop Believin'," "Somebody to Love," "Jump," "Don't Rain on My Parade" and "Sweet Caroline."

Here's the version of "Don't Stop Believin":



Due to the huge success of the show, a "Glee Live! In Concert!" tour is planned for two weeks this May. In addition to stops in Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York, the sweet singing stars will hit Phoenix on May 18th. The performance at Dodge Theatre is right up the street from Bluegreen's Cibola Vista Resort and Spa, one of the best Arizona spa resorts around.

Xtina is Back with Bionic Album

Multiple Grammy-award winner Christina Aguilera is back with a brand new album, set to drop June 8th in stores everywhere.

Hear pop music diva discuss the new album:




No doubt, Ms. Aguilera will be headed on tour this year. Stay tuned in the coming months for updates on when she will be hitting Bluegreen's awesome resort destination cities.

Chelsea Lately Comedians in Miami Beach May 8th!

All you Chelsea Handler fans, listen up! The successful, quick-witted comedienne takes her E! show on the road. The Comedians of Chelsea Lately are coming to Miami Beach on Friday, May 8th for a night performance at the Jackie Gleason Theater. If you are planning a little Florida beach vacation, why not book a reservation at Bluegreen's Solara Surfside Resort?

The 2010 tour includes funny people Jo Koy, The Sklar Brothers, and Jen Kirkman, regular's on the show. The live performance will also feature special guest Chuy!

Back in St. Olaf....

The time is here. Beloved television star Betty White will be hosting Saturday Night Live on May 8th.

Here is the promo:



The smart as a whip comedienne caught fire recently with a string of hit movies and a hilarious Super Bowl commercial. She even had a Facebook page with diehard fans spurring a movement to have her host SNL.

Of course, Ms. White is probably best known for her role as daffy Rose Nylund on the hit sitcom 'Golden Girls.' The 80's and early 90's tv show was set in Miami, right down the street from Bluegreen's Solara Surfside Resort.

Shakira Shakes Up World Cup 2010

Two of my favorite things converged today when I found that pop music diva Shakira has recorded the theme song for soccer's 2010 World Cup tournament, being held this June throughout South Africa. Shakira has been shaking her hips for nearly a decade and has sold over 30 million records in that timespan.

Take a listen below to "Waka Waka," chosen by FIFA as the official song of the World Cup.



I am so psyched for this year's World Cup. Maybe this year will be USA's time to shine. We will see. Now, all I need is for Bluegreen to get a resort in South Africa, and I'll be set!

Whitney Live in UK

Well, the jury is still out on Whitney Houston's comeback. She is now performing in the UK, after several stints here in the U.S. There are still so many rumors out there about her "extracurricular activities" and how her once amazing voice is now shot.

You be the judge. Here's a clip of her performance:




While I was never a huge fan of the pop music star, I always thought she had a voice on par with Mariah's and Christina's. But sadly, time and substances seem to have taken a toll on the once pristine singing voice of the former Mrs. Bobby Brown. Don't worry, Bluegreen fans, I checked. Her tour will not be near a Bluegreen resort any time soon!

Justin Bieber: The New Hanson

In the last few months, pop singer Justin Bieber has taken over the pop world, climbing to the top of the charts with his saccharine "tween" pop songs. And the fans continue to eat it up.

Here is his latest song "Baby Featuring Ludacris":



Keep an eye out for his upcoming tour within the next few months. No doubt, the pop youngster will be performing near a Bluegreen resort in the future. I can assure you that your kids will be begging to go to the Bieber concert on your next family fun vacation.

Train stops at Hershey

Pop rock band Train, which consists of Patrick Monahan (lead vocalist), Jimmy Stafford (lead guitarist) and Scott Underwood (drummer), is coming to Hershey, Pennsylvania this summer on July 25th for a performance at Hershey Stadium.

Take a look at the video for "Hey, Soul Sister":



This song is tearing up the charts and currently sits at #6 on Billboard's Pop Song Chart. Planning to make a weekend out of it on your Hershey vacation and need a place to stay? Book a reservation at Bluegreen's Suites at Hershey.

Back in time...

Cool article about Pop Stars before they were famous. It's fun to see the back story on how these young musical artists rose through the ranks and became the international superstars they are today. Stay tuned to my blog as I track the tours of these great musical artists as they roll into towns near great Bluegreen resort destinations.