KEVIN JONAS Age: 20. Hometown: Wyckoff, New Jersey. Big break: Jonas Brothers album (featuring “S.O.S.”), Miley Cyrus–Hannah Montana tour. Upcoming projects: Disney Channel series J.O.N.A.S., Disney Channel movie Camp Rock. First “Hollywood” moment? “Doing Oprah. It was kind of like, ‘Why am I here? What did I do?’?” Chuck Taylors or Nikes? “I’m more of a dress-shoe, loafer kind of guy.” Levi’s or J Brand? “April 77. They have a special pocket to put your guitar picks in. I’ll throw a pick in there when we’re leaving the house just for the heck of it, ’cause you never know!” BlackBerry or iPhone? “Both!” How many contacts do you have in your BlackBerry? “Sixty? Actually, that’s an exaggeration—probably like 20.” Justin Timberlake or John Mayer? “Justin Timberlake. He was so successful with his clothing line. I would totally do a girls’ line and flip it and say this is what the Jonas Brothers want to see on a girl.” What’s on your iPod? Girls Aloud, Klaxons, Adele, the Kooks, Scouting for Girls. Favorite movie? “The Outsiders. It’s my favorite book too.” Girl crush? “Girls Aloud. They’re beautiful.” Do you ever miss a “normal” childhood? “I never went to prom, but it’s, like, whatever. Once you actually ask the girl, then it’s all downhill from there. Or that’s what I’ve heard.”
NICK JONAS Age: 15. First “Hollywood” moment? “Meeting the president was pretty cool.” Style icon? “Elvis Costello. I like his consistency, it’s really cool.” Favorite designer? A.P.C., Phillip Lim. BlackBerry or iPhone? “BlackBerry. I had the iPhone for a little while, but I’m more of a businessman; I wanted to have a phone where I could really actually do things.” What’s on your iPod? “Johnny Cash. I love that songwriting style.” Eli Manning or Tom Brady? “The Giants! It’s so funny how in Jersey it’s completely split down the middle. It’s, like, northern New Jersey always seems like is Yankees/Giants, and south is Jets/Mets. Like, the Jets are green—that’s not even cool.” Favorite movie? “Juno. I’ve seen it three times. Ellen Page is super-awesome.” Favorite drink? Sugar-free Red Bull. Favorite snack? “Taco Bell. I get two chalupas and a taco—and it’s awesome.”
JOE JONAS Age: 18. First “Hollywood” moment? “We met Celine Dion at the American Music Awards. She started singing our music, and we’re like, ‘Whoa, that’s Celine Dion!’?” Inspirations? “Barry Gibb from the Bee Gees. He’s from a brother band, so he’s kind of a mentor to us.” Favorite designer? Alexander McQueen. Chuck Taylors or Nikes? Sperry Top-Sider boat shoes. What’s on your iPod? “House music and weird European bands: Daft Punk, Junior Senior, and Frank Musik. I’m still into that phase where I want to find the band no one’s heard of.” Xbox, Wii, or PlayStation? “We have all three.” Favorite drink? “I cut out soda because I had a movie scene where I was coming out of the ocean, and you watch James Bond and you want to look good. It teaches you discipline.” Hybrid or Escalade? “I don’t have a license! You need like six hours of driving school, and that’s like three weeks in our schedule.”
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Disney Channel stars Miley Ray Cyrus, Jonas Brothers, Ashley Tisdale, Dylan & Cole Sprouse and The Cheetah Girls join the famous Muppets in television special 'Studio DC: Almost Live!'
The show, which features song, dance and backstage antics of a variety show, airs Saturday, July 19 [8:00 PM ET/PT] on Disney Channel.
The premiere is Sunday July 27 @ 8 pm (ET/PT). They are divided into their teams, and captains are chosen. The first game they must build a chariot and race it to the finish. Miley performs after the games.
On Saturday, August 2, the teams must weave through an obstacle course while linked together, among other games and challenges. Platinum recording artists Jonas Brothers perform music from the forthcoming album, “Just a Little Bit Longer.”
On Saturday, August 9, Disney Channel stars must match their rival teammates to their baby pictures or face making a splash in the dunk booth. The telecast features a performance by Jordan Pruitt.
On Saturday, August 16, the teams hunker down for a human foos ball match and the Jonas Brothers, Dylan and Cole Sprouse, and The Cheetah Girls all face off in an intense “Tug of Four” competition. At the post-games concert, Demi Lovato and Jonas Brothers perform.
On Saturday, August 30, the teams compete in the UltraMegaUltimateObstac-tacular Relay Challenge, racing in giant hamster balls while maneuvering through obstacles. The “Disney Channel Games” 2008 Closing Ceremonies features a concert by The Cheetah Girls.
Produced by John Fields (with Jon Lind and Kevin Jonas, Sr., serving as executive producers), “A Little Bit Longer” covers much musical and emotional ground, kicking off with the joyful jam “BB Good.” Says Joe of the track, “It’s a big sing-along song, and it’s fun.” The funky and danceable debut single, “Burnin’ Up,”keeps the party going, with Big Rob, the brothers’ hefty security guard, rapping midtrack. “It’s about this girl,” adds Joe. “Maybe she’s at a party, and you feel that immediate connection. You both know it’s there.”
Though relentlessly upbeat, most songs on “A Little Bit Longer” explore star-crossed standoffs and missed romantic opportunities. Songs like “Shelf,” the hard-rocking “Pushin’ Me Away” and “One Man Show” survey love’s unequal playing field, bad break-ups and the defiant isolation that follows.. “‘Shelf’ is one my favorite songs on the record,” says Nick. “Basically, it’s about a girl that has a gallery of hearts.”
Other songs take a light-hearted look at the craziness of fame and fortune. “Video Girl” paints a portrait of the shallow wannabees dotting the entertainment landscape (” Move to L.A., got no talent/Not even like you won a Miss Teen pageant”), while “Love Bug” starts out as sweet-tempered acoustic love song before ending up a crashing Queen-like rocker.
Of course, the brothers made sure the album breathes. The power ballad “Sorry” features classic JB harmonies and an eternal message of forgiveness. But the song that will have people talking is “A Little Bit Longer,” Nick’s stunning account of his struggle with diabetes. With strings underscoring a plaintive piano/vocal, he sings about his battle (”A little bit longer and I’ll be fine/Waitin’ on a cure/But none of them are sure”). Recalls Nick, “I was having one of those days where I was discouraged. So I went into this empty hotel ballroom and wrote this song.” Adds brother Kevin, “Nick sings this song every night and it brings people to tears. It’s amazing.”
As for their futures, Nick would like to go to college and collaborate with other artists. Kevin dreams of having a wife and children. Joe hopes to be an established actor, perhaps the next James Bond.
"That would be awesome," Joe says. His grin vanishes as he looks at Kevin. "Wait … don't you have to be British to play James Bond?"
"I think so," Kevin confirms.
"Oh, well," Joe says with a shrug. "I'll be the new Jason Bourne."
Here is an article from palmbeachpost.com.
Here are five reasons why Disney knows you'll tune in at least one of those nights.
1. The Jonas Brothers are in it: Is an explanation really necessary? OK, those platinum-certified Jersey boys are cute. They have nice hair. They can sing. They have no known criminal record. They wear purity rings as symbols to remain virgins until marriage, for crying out loud! Should I go on? 'Cause, I can.
2. The catchy songs: Disney Channel suits want millions of tweens bobbing their heads and tapping their feet long after Camp Rock's end credits finish rolling. With such tunes as the girl power ditty Who Will I Be? to the rock-inspired Play My Music, odds are good they will be.
3. The sweet life lessons: Not only will you see ridiculously cute kids and hear cool (and a few sappy) songs, you'll also learn the importance of being true to yourself, following your dreams and why it's so uncool to be a diva.
4. Demi Lovato's megawatt smile: It's pretty. Real Marie Osmond-ish. She's the true star of the movie.
5. The Jonas Brothers are in it: They're cute. They have nice hair. Oh, just read No. 1 again.
