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Here's all the Archived News items for September & October, 2007. Back to Current News.
02/10/07
New Addition to the Site Be sure to check out the new Theater Section just added to the site where James shares his memories from his days on the stage. Enjoy. Check it out @ http://www.jamesmarsters.com/james/theater/theaterhome.html
02/10/07
LA ALBUM PARTY LAUNCH
Due to a few cancellations there are some opens spots to join the the new album launch party October 27, 2007. If you would like a chance to join James in an intimate celebration of his latest album be sure to reserve your spot today! Please follow the instructions in the LA Album Launch Tickets section.
02/10/07
JAMES RETURNS TO SMALLVILLE James will be making his return to the world of Metropolis. The creators of Smallville have brought back his character for season six. The plan is to use his character in four new episodes this season. Stay tuned for future details.
02/10/07
The James Marsters Interview
02/10/07
Exclusive! James Marsters Returning to Smallville
Just a little giddy good news to help ring in the new season of Smallville, which starts tomorrow night. Reliable insiders tell me—and the CW confirms—that James Marsters (swoon, Buffy's Spike) is returning for four episodes of the superseries during the new season. We last saw Marsters's character, Dr. Milton Fine (aka Brainiac), in Smallville's fifth season finale. While it's unclear exactly how James is returning, I can tell you he's reprising the exact same character, he's returning to set very soon and his episodes begin airing in January. He also appears on CBS' Without a Trace this season. 'Tis good news, no? If you're happy and you know it, sound off in the Comments section below! And don't forget to tune in to Smallville tomorrow night.
02/10/07
LA ALBUM LAUNCH TICKETS! Tickets may be reserved at: Himberjms1027@aol.com You must include the following:
1. The name of the ticket holder(s) (tickets are non-transferable) - please do not send multiple e-mails with the same names from different people.
IMPORTANT: If any of these details are missing, your request will go to the back of the line, sorry. You will receive a confirmation within 24 hours of the receipt of your e-mail and instructions on payments. No refunds will be granted after October 12, 2007.
02/10/07
JAMES MARSTERS NEW ALBUM LAUNCH PARTY Dig out your party clothes and head to Los Angeles for an exclusive party to launch James’ second new solo album. The US launch party is being held at Busby’s Mile High Club prior to James’ concert at the venue on Saturday, October 27, 2007. The US launch party is limited to just 100 people and tickets will be sold on a first come first served basis. Please follow all instructions given below carefully. Tickets will be $250.00 per person and will include the following:
- A pre-autographed copy of the new album
Also available will be:
- Extra photo session where you choose the digital background ($65 per photo)
Tickets will be sold strictly through a specially designated e-mail address. The e-mail address will be posted at 12 Noon EST (eastern standard time) on Saturday, September 22nd. Please be prepared with the following information:
1. The name of the ticket holder(s) (tickets are non-transferable) - please do not send multiple e-mails with the same names from different people.
IMPORTANT: If any of these details are missing, your request will go to the back of the line, sorry. You will receive a confirmation within 24 hours of the receipt of your e-mail and instructions on payments. No refunds will be granted after October 12, 2007.
02/10/07
P.S. I Love You Trailer
Alright Gerard Butler fans -- don't freak out -- but it turns out that Butler's character in PS. I Love You is dead, yes, dead for almost the film's entire running. In what looks like a depressing love story, we now have the film's first trailer. Movie Trailer: P.S. I Love You Holly Kennedy (Hilary Swank) is beautiful, smart, and married to the love of her life—a passionate, funny and impetuous Irishman named Gerry (Gerard Butler). So when Gerry’s life is taken by an illness, it takes the life out of Holly. The only one who can help her is the person who is no longer there. Nobody knows Holly better than Gerry. So it’s a good thing he planned ahead. Before he died, Gerry wrote Holly a series of letters that will guide her, not only through her grief but in rediscovering herself. Can somebody say chick flick? And a depressing one at that! Though the lady audiences are bound to get a ton of glimpses of Butler through flashbacks and the film's opening minutes, they might have to settle for Butler's (diminished) accent as it comes through a tape recorder. I'm already getting teary-eyed.
P.S. I Love You opens to theaters on December 21, 2007. For more movie info, go to the P.S. I Love You Movie Page.
02/10/07
TV Guide showcases James's New Role
02/10/07
Mile High Launch Party News: Due to last minute confirmations and preparations, the details for the Los Angeles album launch party won’t be announced until Friday, September 21st. Tickets will go on sale Saturday, September 22nd – all the details will be in the Friday announcement.
02/10/07
Album update: James just completed the musicians tracks on his new album and will next be laying down the vocals. His producer is really happy with what they've created so far. Some of the musicians include Blair Sinta, who has drummed for Alanis Morissette, and Curt Schneider from Five for Fighting playing bass.
02/10/07
Make sure you visit the official Superman Doomsday site if you haven't already. A great site. Also, thanks to the fans who shared some of the terrific reviews James has been getting from his role as Lex Luthor: "...Whedon-veterans Adam Baldwin and James Marsters are a delight to listen to in their respective roles. Clancy Brown loyalists, I dare you to not love Marsters’ rendition!" -The Animation Insider "Adam Baldwin and James Marsters, however, are the definite highlights of the film... Marsters Luthor is perfectly sinister and I daresay it rivals Clancy Brown’s. As blasphemous as that my sound, I surprised myself while typing that, but after watching the film a couple times, Marsters really gives a rocking performance that is easily one of the highlights of the film. As cool as the original cast for these characters is, one of the exciting things about these films is the new cast we get to hear new interpretations and without Marsters in this film, I doubt it would have much of a lasting appeal." "James Marsters assumes the role of Lex Luthor and, yes, he’s a scumbag here. He’s evil, manipulative, and so slimy. Marsters brings an indescribable ooziness to Luthor, one that I don’t think even Clancy Brown could’ve brought. He’s just so . . . slimy and cold." - World's Finest Online
16/09/07
September
What do you think is the greatest musical instrument ever invented and why?
What was the last play you saw?
It’s a great compliment for an actor to say that the person playing opposite them was “generous” in his or her performance. What does that generosity mean to you? Do you consider yourself a generous performer?
If you could say one thing to Spike, give him a piece of advice, and/or converse with him about anything... what would you choose and why?
How do you react to criticism, professionally and personally?
Either/Or
Bacon or Sausage?
Christmas lights - all white, or multicolored - blinking or not blinking?
Next session: October 15
16/09/07
NEW ALBUM LAUNCH It's official - James' Los Angeles concert at Busby's Mile High Club on October 27, 2007 will be his U.S. New Album Launch! The new album (not yet titled) will be available for the first time anywhere at the concert. NEW ALBUM LAUNCH PARTY IN LA .... EXCLUSIVE DETAILS TO BE ANNOUNCED ON SEPTEMBER 20. WATCH THIS SPACE. James' European Album Launch is November 17, 2007. For details go to www.jamesmarsterslive.com
16/09/07
Tickets are available directly from The Point website TICKETS GO ON SALE AT NOON ON FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 - On sale from thepointcardiffbay.com - Please note a small booking fee will be charged by the venue. Tickets for the Event and Concert are sold separately. If you buy tickets for both events then you will automatically be given priority admission for the evening concert. CELTIC BLUES - THE EVENT Date: Saturday, November 17 Times: 12:30-18:00 Cost: £90.00 Location: The Point, Mount Stuart Square, Cardiff Bay, Cardiff, CF10 6EB The event on Saturday, November 17 is limited to just 150 seated tickets and is being held at gothic-style former church and live music venue The Point in the heart of Cardiff Bay. James will be joined by Torchwood actor Gareth David Lloyd, who plays Ianto Jones in the hit BBC series, and a further guest (to be announced). The ticket price includes:
Photography: Still photographs can be taken throughout this event including flash. Audio or Video recording: Please note no audio or video recording is allowed and we reserve the right to remove without refund any person caught bootlegging or otherwise causing a disturbance. Seating: All seating is unreserved CELTIC BLUES CONCERT - EUROPEAN LAUNCH OF NEW ALBUM Date: Saturday, November 17 Times: 19:00- Cost: £20.00 Location: The Point, Mount Stuart Square, Cardiff Bay, Cardiff, CF10 6EB James will also be appearing in concert at The Point on Saturday, November 17, marking the European Launch of his new album. The Celtic Blues concert features Gareth David Lloyd and his Blues Band as support. James recently worked on the opening episode of the new series of Torchwood and is returning for the concert special. If you buy tickets for both events then you will automatically be given priority admission for the evening concert. Photography: Still photographs can be taken throughout this event including flash. Audio or Video recording Please note no audio or video recording is allowed and we reserve the right to remove without refund any person caught bootlegging or otherwise causing a disturbance. Seating: All seating is unreserved IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION All guests appear subject to work commitments. Disabled patrons: If you have any form of disability which will need support during the events, please contact JMLive in advance, otherwise we may not be able to assist you on the day. Please send all emails to: jmlive@ jamesmarsterslive.com. Ticket Enquiries: Please email info@thepointcardiffbay.com. JMLive cannot answer any questions regarding individual ticket transactions.
16/09/07
TWO GREAT EVENTS ... ONE GREAT DAY WALES is beckoning once more for James Marsters and he is heading back to Cardiff for an intimate fan event 'Celtic Blues' featuring some special guest stars. There is also a concert date to mark the European launch of his new album. Both events take place at The Point in Cardiff on November 17 and tickets go on sale tomorrow, September 14. For further details please go to http://www.jamesmarsterslive.com
12/09/07
A MESSAGE FROM STEVE I'm just catching my breath from Dragon Con and am now gearing up for James’ LA appearance in October. I wanted to personally thank everyone who attended Dragon Con to support James. So many faces are becoming more and more familiar and I'm even getting better with remembering some of your names. I wanted to thank all of you who participated in the charity auction that followed James' concert. In a matter of minutes we were able to raise $3,000 for a very worthy cause – the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation!! James is currently juggling many career opportunities and jobs. He just completed a cameo in a movie for television called "Chasing the Devil" where he will portray serial killer Ted Bundy. He continues to work on "Without a Trace" and there are lots of other great things being ironed out as I write. In between it all he is getting into the recording studio to finish his new album. Thank you again to everyone for all their support of James. Best wishes and I will see some of you at the next event. Steve Himber
12/09/07
Greetings from James Hey everybody, good to see old faces and new at Dragon Con. What a crazy gig that was – in a good way. Got back and am super busy; looks like the end of this year will be a good one. Lots of work! Getting into the recording studio this coming week to work on the new album and I hope to have it out by the end of the year. I'm really excited about the new songs - I think it will be some of my best work yet. See some of you in October and November at the concerts. - James
12/09/07
Without A Trace James will be appearing in episode one of the new season of "Without a Trace," airing on September 27, 2007. Originally James shot a later episode, but it would appear that the producers want to introduce his character sooner. James was recently interviewed by TV Guide about his appearance on the show, so be sure to look out for it.
12/09/07
Marsters May Return For More ‘Torchwood’
By ALAN STANLEY BLAIR
This story contains MINOR SPOILERS for the second season of "Torchwood." When news hit that James Marsters would be taking on a role for the BBC series “Torchwood,” it was enough to have fans buzzing with anticipation. Now however, it looks like they might have a little more of Marsters to look forward to … in more ways than one. The former primetime face of "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Angel" recently told fans at Dragon*Con in Atlanta that his one-time appearance on the "Doctor Who" spinoff might not be one time after all, according to TorchwoodTV. Marsters may return for a later episode this season, but the acrtor is not confirming anything until such an appearance is finalized with the powers that be. There has been a great deal of speculation over the details of Marsters' character on the series, and also how he will fit in with the mysterious past of Capt. Jack Harkness (John Barrowman). The No. 1 theory, however, is that he will be a temporal agent (like Jack) with a past and an agenda of his own. "I cannot confirm or deny anything about my character on 'Torchwood,'” Marsters told the convention crowd. “But I thought Spike was nasty ... that was nothing. And they opened my eyes over in Wales, I gotta say. I mean at first I was all freaked out ‘cause this dude playing Jack, he’s like all sexy on the set and everything. And I didn’t really realize we’d be playing these Time Agent characters who’ll have sex with anything, like any thing with a hole! I’m serious.” Other rumors for the series have also indicated that the character will have a bit of a fling with Jack, and Marsters' comments confirms that at least some of that speculation is accurate and that he himself initially had a hard time with the openness of the series. ”The first day I was like freaked out, ‘Oh God help me,’" Marsters said. "Then I got into my character and I got to understand my character and everything. And the lead character Jack goes -- he drives up in this beautiful red car -- and he goes, ‘I almost did the car.' And by this time I was totally comfortable with it and I knew that he was in character and I said ‘Well, that shiny metal is winking at you … I’d do her, too … where ‘d ya take her?’ and he said ‘Up the gas station.’ I mean like he didn’t really do that but I looked at the SUV and it’s like, 'James, steady there.' ”But it’s like, yeah, that’s a very English show,” he added. “Cut! Yeah I’m a little more comfortable with myself now." But with recent reports that Jack's relationship with Gareth David-Lloyd's character of Ianto will heat up in the second season, fans shoudl now be asking the question of how Marsters' presence on "Torchwood" will affect that budding relationship. The first season of "Torchwood" premieres in the United States on Sept. 8 as part of BBC America’s Supernatural Saturday lineup. The second season, which is currently in production, is set to hit the United Kingdom in early 2008.
12/09/07
New email address for the online Q&A Due to an overwhelming avalanche of spam, we have changed the address for your question submissions. Please send questions to: questions@jamesmarsters.com . Any questions that have been sent since yesterday morning will need to be resent to the above address. Thanks.
12/09/07
THE Q&A Checking in With James Marsters The ''Buffy'' alum talks about his upcoming arc on ''Without a Trace,'' acting alongside Oscar winners Hilary Swank and Kathy Bates, and if we'll ever see him as Spike again
By Vanessa Juarez James Marsters has a theory about showbiz: ''I keep meeting people that are really, really good and they keep being really cool. If you can't get along with people, is it possible to get up to the top echelons?'' In other words, if you're socially inept, you ain't getting anywhere in Hollywood. And Marsters, who's best known for playing the immortal Spike on Buffy the Vampire Slayer and its spin-off Angel, should be in the know, considering he's been getting around quite a bit himself lately: The 45-year-old has a five-episode arc on Without a Trace coming up, a role in Richard LaGravenese's dramedy P.S. I Love You (out Dec. 21), and a new solo record he's working on. We caught up with Marsters to talk about those projects — and to ask if there's any chance he'd revisit the bleached-blond look to play Spike again.
ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: How are you? I hear it's your birthday.
You want to sing me a song? Mine was yesterday.
[Singing] Happy Birthday to you... Happy Birthday to you... Happy Birthday, deaaaar...
...Jaaaaames. I couldn't decide on whether to go with your last name or not.
So I wanted to talk to you about life and things that are going on in your career, specifically Without a Trace. How'd that come about?
What's your character like?
You've been pretty busy since Buffy. What have these various experiences been like?
What was the cast like?
Any chance you'll be back?
I haven't actually seen the episode, to tell you the truth.
You also have a role in Richard LaGravenese's P.S., I Love You, with Gerard Butler and Hillary Swank.
Anyone stand out?
What are you watching on TV right now?
Well, you have to have a reprieve from what's going on in your career.
There have been rumors about a Spike spin-off. What can you tell us about that?
[But] I don't think the character of Spike really sparked Joss' imagination. I think that he was designed to be a throwaway character that got popular with the fans. Personally, he never really got into him. Every character on the show was a version of Joss, but Joss didn't see Spike that way. Spike was the other guy. He was the guy who might mess up the show, actually, because vampires are supposed to be ugly and hated.
What about Angel?
Any chance he'd take any of the Buffy characters to the big screen?
So what's after Without a Trace — is there anything else you'd like to be in?
Grey's Anatomy?
Is your band Ghost of the Robot still together?
What was your sound?
Who were you guys signed with?
So, for the short-term: What are you doing for your birthday?
Hopefully you'll get a cake, at least.
The Don't Kill Spike Club is owned and operated by Jamie Marsters.
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