Wednesday, December 31, 2008

Cheech & Chong's Future Plans

Cheech & Chong spoke briefly with Variety about their plans for the future. Cheech speaks of possibly doing a live stage show. Chong would like to open their own theater in Vegas and possibly do a television show.

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Hempy New Year!!

Hempy New Year!!
We'd like to wish everyone the best in 2009.
Keep on smokin'.

Sunday, December 28, 2008

Cheech & Chong Named 1 of 12 Atlantic City Shows to Remember in 2008

The Press of Atlantic City named the Cheech & Chong shows at the Borgata one of twelve most memorable in 2008.

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Wednesday, December 24, 2008

Looking for Santa Claus and His Old Lady?


One of the most requested songs on the radio each holiday season is Cheech & Chong's Santa Claus and His Old Lady.

It's only available on Where There's Smoke, There's Cheech & Chong. Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer is also on this awesome 2 CD set.

Hempy Holidoobies from Cheech and Chong Dot Com!

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Wishing you the best in 2009 and beyond.

Tuesday, December 23, 2008

** Special Pre-Order ** Still Smokin: I Love the 80s Edition DVD


Still Smokin: I Love the 80s Edition DVD will be released on February 3rd. It's the same great film, plus a special "I Love the 80s Edition" CD. Track listing, songs and artists are unknown at this time.

Film summary: Cheech and Chong are invited to a party in Amsterdam, but when they get there, everyone thinks they're Burt Reynolds and Dolly Parton. They go along with it. Classic scenes...In the hotel room, Cheech dresses as Eddie Torres: ET (the extra testicle); Cheech and Chong go to the steam room which is filled with homesexuals, Red Nick & Blind Melon Chitlins; Con Talk; Dope-A-Thon; police officer asks Jamaican to give him a blow job; championship wrestling; Bob & Margaret.

Throughout the film, Cheech and Chong are seen performing their classic sketches.

DVD Features: Subtitles in English. Bonus Trailer.

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Syracuse New Times Interviews Cheech & Chong

The Syracuse New Times interviewed Cheech & Chong who were promoting their upcoming shows (January 3rd) at the Turning Stone Resort and Casino Showroom in Verona, New York. The publication did a very thorough job researching Cheech & Chong and had some great questions.

Some highlights...
When asked about smoking pot, Tommy replied "As soon as Cheech and I got back together again I stopped smoking, so I could remember what we used to do. I carried it over to this day. I haven’t smoked. I’m going to smoke at the end of the tour. I make these little signposts for myself. I’ll finish the tour, then I’m going to light up. I don’t need to smoke on the tour because everyone smokes for me."

When asked about if there are any future projects they'd like to do, Cheech replied "We’re going to start our own TV series."

It's a fantastic interview.

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Sunday, December 21, 2008

Tommy Chong to be in Iron Man 2?

Entertainment Weekly is reporting that John Cho has been cast as Mandarin in Iron Man 2. A rumor circulating says that Tommy Chong is being considered to play Mandarin's father.

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Friday, December 19, 2008

Cheech & Chong Dot Com Midnight Sale

Only a few days left before Christmas.

We've got a really farrrr out deal for you.

** Midnight Sale **
5% off your total order (before s&h) from 12AM tonight through 12PM tomorrow (New York time). The 5% will be refunded after your lid, I mean your order, ships.

Now is the perfect time to pick up a Cheech and Chong t-shirt or the double CD, Where There's Sm*ke, There's Cheech and Chong. It contains two essential, hilarious holiday trax, Santa Claus and His Old Lady, and Moe Money (featuring Rudolph). "Santa Claus is not a musician, Man."

Plus...
** This week only **
FREE LET'S MAKE A NEW DOPE DEAL CD with every order of $100 or more ($10.99 value).
FREE A/K/A TOMMY CHONG DVD (in the special smokeable wrapper) with every order of $200 or more ($19.99 value).
FREE KEYCHAIN with every order no matter how big or small your order.
Note: One free CD or DVD per address. While supplies last. For orders over $200, you do not receive the CD, you only receive the DVD. Offer expires Saturday, December 20th at 12PM New York.

** For Christmas Delivery, Order by December 20th, 12PM New York (only U.S. guaranteed) **

Lou Adler's Son, Cisco, Arrested After Bar Brawl


Cisco Adler, son of Cheech & Chong record and movie producer Lou Adler, was arrested Wednesday at the Hub in Fargo, North Dakota for simple assault.

After Adler's band Whitestarr completed their set, there was a disagreement over the band's bar tab. A fight broke out between the tour crew and the club's security. Cisco punched one of the security personnel.

He was released on $500 bail.

Some of you may remember Cisco from his VH1 reality show "The Rock Life."

You may have seen his naked photos on the web. He's frequently getting naked for no apparent reason. He's also known for dating OC actress Mischa Barton.


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Cheech & Chong Talk New Movie, Getting Back Together and More

The Rocky Mountain News interviewed Cheech and Chong who were promoting their two shows this weekend at Denver's Paramount Theatre. They discuss their breakup, reunion, Barack, George Harrison performing on Basketball Jones and more.

Regarding the tour...
Cheech says "We wanted to go into smaller venues that would sell out and keep the ticket price manageable. It actually turned out to be prescient because of the economics now."

Regarding Barack Obama...
Chong says "More than anything, I wanted to make sure that Republican beast was dead. They'd taken me. I'd ignored their ass and I ended up doing nine months in jail because of their policies. I really wanted to stomp on the throat of that beast."

Great interview.

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Tuesday, December 16, 2008

Updated: Cheech and Chong's Animated Movie To Be Produced By Indy Studio Big Vision Entertainment & Chambers Bros. Entertainment

Big Vision Entertainment, a leading independent licensee, producer and DVD label for special interest programming and Chambers Bros. Entertainment a television and animation production company, today announced an exclusive deal with music mogul Lou Adler, owner of Ode Records, for the animated movie rights to the classic Cheech and Chong library of recorded comedy content.

Cheech and Chong Smokin' Animated Movie
The exclusive worldwide production and distribution agreement includes all theatrical, television, home video and digital rights to create an animated movie based on the "pot culture" comics' most famous comedy bits. Eric & Branden Chambers are directing the animation. Project will be produced by Houston Curtis of Big Vision, along with Keith, Branden and Eric Chambers of Chambers Bros. Entertainment, who created the concept. In addition, Adler, Curtis and the Chambers Bros. will serve as executive producers. Project will be completely financed by Big Vision Entertainment.

"Big Vision is thrilled to be working with Lou Adler, the Chambers Brothers, and of course, Cheech and Chong," said Houston Curtis, Founder and CEO of Big Vision Entertainment. "While our expertise in both the television and home video space give us supreme confidence that Cheech and Chong's Smokin' Animated Movie will be a huge success in those markets, we are also excited about exploring the possibilities of a theatrical release."

Sales for DVD, digital and television will be handled through Big Vision's TV and home video arm, which currently has distribution for over 100 titles throughout the US and around the world.

"We feel that Cheech and Chong's special brand of comedy appeals to multiple generations," said Eric Chambers, partner of Chambers Bros. Entertainment. "By lending a unique animation style to these classic and timeless bits, we are able to transform the comedy into something fresh, exciting and even more hilarious than ever before."

"It's great to be doing a movie where Cheech and I never have to get out of bed or be on-camera," said Tommy Chong. "The fans have already shown us they love the material, and the animated bits play funnier by being able to see the character reactions. I highly suggest watching it while while smoking a big fattie!"

"During this age of feature animation everywhere, it's about time that we got animated because we've been doing animation without the animation for years" said Cheech Marin, "Whether you watch it smokin' a fattie or stone cold sober, it's just plain funny!"

Recording industry legend Lou Adler added, "With Cheech and Chong reunited and selling out venues worldwide, the timing couldn't be more perfect for this unique, one-of-a-kind animated feature."

Updates and info about the project will be available for fans and press at www.smokinanimation.com

Cheech & Chong: LIght Up America. More Dates Announced.

The Cheech & Chong: Light Up America tour is coming to these great cities.

January 18
The Pageant - Second Show Added!
St. Louis, MO
On sale: December 19th. 4:20PM local time. Click on the "Purchase Tickets" link above.

April 2
Ovens Auditorium
Charlotte, NC

April 3
Durham PAC
Durham, NC

April 4
Florida Theatre
Jacksonville, FL

April 5
House of Blues
Orlando, FL
On sale: January 9th. 4:20PM local time. Click on the "Purchase Tickets" link above.

Saturday, December 13, 2008

Big Holiday Sale and Freebies

Hempy Holidoobies!

Very cool holiday stuff.
This week only!
FREE LET'S MAKE A NEW D@PE DEAL CD with every order of $100 or more ($10.99 value).
FREE A/K/A TOMMY CHONG DVD (in the special sm@keable wrapper) with every order of $200 or more ($19.99 value).
FREE KEYCHAIN with every order no matter how big or small your order.

$3 OFF a/k/a Tommy Chong (Special: 'Rolled in Paper' Edition) DVD
Note: One free CD or DVD per address. While supplies last. For orders over $200, you do not receive the CD, you only receive the DVD. Offer expires Saturday, December 20th at 12PM New York.

For Christmas delivery, order by Saturday, December 20th, 12PM New York (only U.S. guaranteed).

Be sure to pick up the double CD, Where There's Sm*ke, There's Cheech and Chong. It contains two essential, hilarious holiday trax, Santa Claus and His Old Lady, and Moe Money (featuring Rudolph). "Santa Claus is not a musician, Man."

Radio City Music Hall Prepares for Return of Cheech & Chong


New York's legendary Radio City Music Hall has set up their sign promoting the January 31st Cheech & Chong: Light Up America show.

Cheech Comments on New Cheech & Chong Film

The Boston Globe conducted an interview with Cheech Marin who was promoting their Cheech & Chong shows at the Orpheum Theatre this past Thursday and Friday.

When asked about a new Cheech & Chong movie, he said “We’re working on a Cheech and Chong movie. It will probably be a Christmas story, about Santa Claus and a little old lady.”

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Cheech & Chong: LIght Up America. More Dates Announced.

The Cheech & Chong: Light Up America tour is coming to these great cities.

March 14
Majestic Theatre (2 shows, to be recorded for tour DVD)
San Antonio, TX

April 2
Ovens Auditorium
Charlotte, NC

April 3
Durham PAC
Durham, NC

April 4
Florida Theatre
Jacksonville, FL

Pre-sale dates will be announced soon.

Wednesday, December 10, 2008

Video: Tommy Chong is Young at Heart

HollywoodTV filmed Tommy and Shelby Chong out in Brentwood, CA. They asked him if he had any advice for OJ. "Don't go killing your wife."

Cheech & Chong Roast Helps TBS Set New Cable Record for Primetime

TBS is on track to set a new ad-supported cable record as it takes position as ad-supported cable’s #1 network in primetime delivery of adults 18-34, according to year-to-date numbers from Nielsen Media Research. In achieving this new record, TBS grew its delivery of the coveted young-adult demo by an astonishing 17% over 2007.

TBS’s success in 2008 has been due in large part to the network’s outstanding collection of both original and acquired sitcoms, including Tyler Perry’s HOUSE OF PAYNE, which ranks as ad-supported cable’s #1 sitcom of all time. The critically acclaimed original sitcoms MY BOYS and THE BILL ENGVALL SHOW enjoyed strong summer runs. And acquired series like The Office, My Name Is Earl and Family Guy rank as three of ad-supported cable’s most popular comedies among adults 18-49, with The Office and My Name Is Earl scoring significantly lower median ages than their telecasts on broadcast.

This year also marked TBS’s first outing as full presenter of THE COMEDY FESTIVAL in Las Vegas. The event featured numerous big-name headliners – from Jerry Seinfeld and Ellen DeGeneres to Jeff Dunham and Tracy Morgan. It also delivered several high-profile specials for TBS.

“This year, we have focused extensively on strengthening the TBS Very Funny brand with the best comedies on television and heavy involvement in major comedy events,” said Steve Koonin, president of Turner Entertainment Networks. “As demonstrated by TBS’s record-setting performance, comedy truly is king when it comes to engaging young adult viewers.”

2008 Ratings Highlights for TBS:
Year to date, TBS ranks #1 with adults 18-34 in primetime, scoring 17% growth in the demo when compared to 2007.

· TBS showed growth across the board in primetime, with adults 18-49 up 11%, adults 25-54 up 9%, viewers up 9% and households up 8%. TBS also garnered growth across the board in total day.

· TBS’s primetime median age is currently 35, five years younger than prior to its re-branding as a comedy network in 2004.

Tyler Perry’s HOUSE OF PAYNE ranks as ad-supported cable’s #1 sitcom of all time among adults 18-49, viewers and households.

· This summer marked the second consecutive summer HOUSE OF PAYNE ranked as the #1 program on all of television among African-American adults 18-49. For the year overall, it ranks second only to American Idol as television’s most popular show among African-American adults 18-49.

The second season of TBS’s THE BILL ENGVALL SHOW ranked as ad-supported cable’s #1 show in its time period (Thursdays, 9 p.m. ET) among adults 18-49.

· For the season, THE BILL ENGVALL SHOW averaged 2.6 million viewers, 1.8 million households and 1.4 million adults 18-49.

TBS’s MY BOYS posted solid growth for its second season when compared to its summer 2007 performance, with viewers up 17% and households up 11%.

· For the season, MY BOYS averaged 1.5 million viewers, 1.2 million households and nearly 1 million adults 18-49.

TBS claims four of ad-supported cable’s top five comedies among adults 18-49, with The Office topping the chart.

· When airing on TBS, The Office delivers a median age of 28, which is nine years younger than the show’s airings on NBC. My Name Is Earl also gets a much younger audience, with the TBS median at 30, which is 14 years younger than the show on NBC.

TBS recently completed its first year as full presenter of THE COMEDY FESTIVAL in Las Vegas. Several specials from the three-day event scored strong numbers for TBS.

· ELLEN’S EVEN BIGGER REALLY BIG SHOW scored 2.3 million viewers, up 53% when compared to her show from last year’s edition of THE COMEDY FESTIVAL. In addition, the show delivered 1.2 million adults 18-49, up 57% vs. last year’s show.

· CHEECH & CHONG ROASTED served up a hefty 2.4 million viewers, TBS’s largest audience ever for a special from THE COMEDY FESTIVAL.

· Other specials from THE COMEDY FESTIVAL this year included FUNNIEST MOVIES OF THE YEAR: 2008, with 1.3 million viewers, and the late-night special LAFFAPALOOZA!, with 1.2 million viewers.

· Collectively, TBS’s specials from this year’s edition of THE COMEDY FESTIVAL outdelivered last year’s specials from the Las Vegas event by 20% among viewers and 29% among adults 18-49.

TBS scored cable’s most-watched Major League Baseball game in history (13.4 million viewers) with the network’s Oct. 19 coverage of game seven of the American League Championship Series. It also ranks as TBS’s biggest audience of all time.

· TBS’s coverage of the ALCS showed tremendous growth when compared to the network’s coverage last year of the NLCS, with viewers up 73%, households up 66%, adults 18-34 up 96% and adults 18-49 up 83%.

All claims are based on Live + 7 data when available. All other claims are based on Live + Same Day data.
Year-to-Date Ratings Period: 12/31/07-12/7/08

Tuesday, December 09, 2008

Boston Herald Q&A with C&C

The Boston Herald did a really funny Q&A interview with Cheech and Tommy who are promoting Thursday and Friday's shows at the Orpheum Theatre in Boston.

"Boston Herald:
How did you manage to stay in touch and on mostly good terms since you went your separate ways in the ’80s?
Cheech: I didn’t know we were broken up for the first six years. I just thought he was late."

There are still a few tickets remaining. Click on the "public sale" link at the top of this page.

For the entire interview...
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Saturday, December 06, 2008

Review: Cheech & Chong at Vancouver's Queen Elizabeth Theatre

The Cheech & Chong: Light Up America and Canada tour came to the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver last night. Straight.com has written a review of the show.

"Cheech showed amazing range, from the proverbial stoner to game-show host to a southern street singer who told awful (and awfully funny) jokes followed by “Git it? Thank you very much.”"

"Chong was impressive playing the blues on his electric guitar as Blind Melon Chitlin" and "he had a great rapport with the crowd and an easy delivery."

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Video of fans arriving.

Friday, December 05, 2008

A Weekend in the Life of Cheech Marin

The Los Angeles Times asked Cheech Marin what he enjoys doing and where he enjoys eating on weekends when he's staying at his home in Malibu.

On Friday, he goes to a secret restaurant that wine aficionados would appreciate. He didn't want to reveal its name. On Saturday, he plays golf and eats at the Saticoy Golf Club in Camarillo. Saturday night, Cheech and his pianist fiance, Natasha Rubin, either go to a party or a concert. On Sundays, they may go to Olvera Street or Chinatown.

It's an interesting article. Cheech talks about his favorite restaurants and more.

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Thursday, December 04, 2008

Why Won't Mary Beth Leave Already?

Typically, when a new President is elected, the nation's federal prosecutors resign. However, U.S. Attorney Mary Beth Buchanan says she won't resign.

This is the same Mary Beth Buchanan that wrongfully sent Tommy Chong to prison for nine months for conspiracy to send bongs in the mail.

This is the same Mary Beth Buchanan that raided Spectrum Labs and confiscated a/k/a Tommy Chong DVDs.

This is the same Mary Beth Buchanan that prosecuted the makers of the Whizzinator.

We're stuck with her!

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Cheech, Tommy, Shelby and Old Friend of Tommy Discuss Cheech & Chong

Vancouver's Straight.com author, Guy MacPherson, wrote a fantastic article about Cheech & Chong. He interviewed an old friend of Tommy's named Henry Young. In addition, he interviewed Shelby Chong while she was in Nevada for the roast and Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong as they drove from Portland to Eugene, Oregon.

Some highlights:
Tommy Chong and Henry Young met when Henry was 16.
Tommy taught Henry how to play guitar which led to Henry playing with jazz musician Nina Simone.
Henry says Tommy was a lady's man back then.
Tommy's future wife, Shelby Fiddis, lived next door to Chong and his first wife. This is how they met.
Sgt Stadanko was based on a Vancouver NARC named Snidanko.

There is a lot of other great information in the article, but we don't want to spoil it.
This article is a mandatory read.

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Tuesday, December 02, 2008

Video: Watch Cheech & Chong on "The Hour with George Stroumboulopoulos"

Cheech & Chong are on CBC's "The Hour with George Stroumboulopoulos" today.
Watch the entire show online.

Outlaw Bobby Capps Reflects on Working on Nash Bridges

Legendary outlaw Bobby Capps is best known for his Free Tommy Chong stunts. However, he is also an actor, director and comedian. He was on six episodes of Nash Bridges (episodes 82, 94, 95, 99, 102 and one other).

In this video, Capps reflects on working on Nash Bridges and shares photos he took on the set. He tells a good story about the time he showed up dressed as Cheech's character from Born In East LA.

More Cheech & Chong: Light Up America Pre-Sales

The Cheech & Chong: Light Up America tour is coming to these great cities.

01/10/09 Verizon Wireless- Houston, TX
01/21/09 Fillmore Miami- Miami, FL
02/06/09 Horseshoe Riverdome- Bossier City, LA
03/07/09 Sovereign Performing Arts Center- Reading, PA

The pre-sale is today at 4:20PM local time.
Click on the pre-sale link above.
VIP package upgrades are also available.

The pre-sale for Miami is Wednesday, December 3rd at 8am Eastern. It's part of the Comedy Central South Beach Comedy Festival. There are also special tickets reserved for Citi Cardmembers. These go onsale at the same time as the Cheech & Chong pre-sale, but are only available via the Ticketmaster site.

Cheech & Chong to be on Today's Episode of "The Hour with George Stroumboulopoulos"

Cheech & Chong with be on tonight's episode CBC's The Hour.

The Hour is Canada's only late night talk show. Hosted by George Stroumboulopoulos, it's broadcast across Canada Monday through Friday, at 11 p.m. on CBC Television.

If you're not in Canada, the show will be posted on the CBC web site.

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Monday, December 01, 2008

Nash Bridges Season 2 Coming to DVD

According to TV Shows on DVD, Season 2 of Nash Bridges is coming to DVD on March 3rd. It's this season (1996-1997) where Tommy Chong makes a guest appearance.

The episode is called "Wild Card" and also reunites Don Johnson with his former Miami Vice partner Philip Michael Thomas.

Wells Fargo TV Ad for Cheech & Chong: Light Up America Tour

On February 28, the Cheech & Chong: Light Up America tour is coming to the Wells Fargo Center in Santa Rosa, CA.

Wells Fargo is currently running this ad on tv.



There are a few tickets left for both shows.
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Fan Reaction to Yesterday's Show in San Jose

The Cheech & Chong: Light Up America tour was in San Jose last night.