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George Vlosich, the world’s greatest Etch-A-Sketch artist, is back with another REALLY cool Etch-A-Sketch, this time of President-elect Barack Obama.

Tell your friends you heard about it here first.  This could be another big one.  The LeBron James Etch-A-Sketch that George created in 2007 for the NBA finals got over 2 million views!

In conjunction with the video, Fathead is offering 10% OFF and FREE SHIPPING on the Obama Fathead wall graphic. Go to http://www.fathead.com/obama and enter: ETCH to receive the discounts.

Enjoy the video.  It really is cool.  George has some serious Etch-A-Sketch skills!

Jonas Brothers Life-Size Fathead Wall Graphic

-Porsche Simpson

If you want to hear a swarm of cheers and screams, mention these three words to any young girl anywhere in the world: The Jonas Brothers.  As their name suggests, the musical trio is made up of three brothers - all heartthrobs -  ranging from ages 19-22 years old.  Kevin, Joe and Nick Jonas have created such an extraordinary musical discography and footprint in the entertainment scene in such a short time that they’ve been compared to The Beatles for today’s younger generation.  The Grammy for Best New Artist surely belongs on their shelf….

The American Music Award-winning group started making history in early 2005, when they were signed by Columbia Records. Before they became a household name, the Jonas Brothers were performing in sold out arenas, opening for well known artists such as Kelly Clarkson, The Backstreet Boys and Jesse McCartney. Little did these boys know that success hadn’t even hit them yet…but it was right around the corner.

They say the greater the effort, the sweeter the taste of success.  After getting dropped by Columbia in early 2007, the Jonas Brothers were working extra hard to bear out the old adage.  The brothers continued writing songs and making music that would soon make girls swoon. Their REAL big break came in February 2007 when Hollywood Records approached the brothers with a music deal that would change their lives forever.  The Jonas Brothers happily signed on the dotted line and released their self-titled album, Jonas Brothers, that August.

Within a single week, their album reached number five on the Billboard Hot 200 chart.  But that was just the beginning for the band destined to become one of the most powerful brands in music. As their fan-base seemed to  increase exponentially, their phone rang off the hook with endless opportunities. The Jonas Brothers appeared on several television shows, such as Teen Choice Awards, and even performed their hit song “S.O.S” at the American Music Awards. They went from an opening act in arenas to being headliners for their very own concert tour: the Look Me in the Eyes Tour; which kicked off January 31st, 2008.

The third album was the charm - as if they needed another!  In August 2008, their third studio album, A Little Bit Longer, was released and made online history. The Jonas Brothers became the first group to ever sell more than 100,000 digital downloads for three consecutive singles: “Burnin Up,” “Pushin’ Me Away,” and “Tonight,” all charted to #1 on the iTunes “Top Songs” chart.

In American pop culture, an entertainer’s icon status is solidified once they’ve made it on Rolling Stone’s radar.   In January 2008, the award-winning group achieved a feature the magazine.  That same year, they also  performed on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and The Ellen Degeneres Show.

After starring in the hit Disney film “Camp Rock” as well as sold-out concerts, posting numerous #1 singles and having millions of fan around the globe, what’s next for the uber-popular Jonas Brothers?  Their fans are crossing their fingers that the band wins their very first Grammy this year!  They were nominated for the Best New Artist award for the 51st Grammy Awards, which is slated for air in February 2009.  Although they’ve become a household name, the superstar trio is nervous when they contemplate this year’s award show; “I fear that day,” Kevin Jonas said in an interview with Radio Disney last Tuesday. “You should have seen how nervous we were, just going to the announcement ceremony.” Younger brother and band mate, Nick Jonas, said, “Sure, being nominated is great, but winning would be even better. And if we do win? Wow, that would be amazing.”

Of course, since The Jonas Brothers were also honored by having their likenesses immortalized by Fathead wall graphics - giving millions of girls  around the world the chance to have life-size representations of the three brothers in their bedrooms - we think the Grammy would just be icing on the cake.  Still, we’ve got our fingers crossed for ‘em!

Blame me.  Go ahead.  I don’t know how you’ll do it, but judging from some of your past emails  - your “get back” will be both creative and devestating.  Sure, I may have known for months…and, sure, knowing might have saved you some big bucks on your holiday shopping.  But in my defense…things get REALLY busy at Fathead during the holidays and, honestly, it just slipped my mind!  For the few of you who don’t know yet, here’s the skinny:

Every day, Fathead.com offers two HOT products at HALF OFF called the REAL.BIG. Deal of the Day to members of Fathead Nation.  When I say hot, I’m talking some of the biggest names in sports and entertainment like Emmitt Smith and the Dark Knight!  Or LeBron James and Homer Simpson!  Or Brett Favre and Hannah Montana!  If you happened to click on any of the previously linked superstars, apologies, those are past and potentially future deals…but still pretty sweet wall graphics, huh?

To make up for my memory lapse and prevent reader retribution, here’s some super-secret inside information that nobody else in the world knows.  Only you are privy to this, my friend.  Tomorrow’s REAL.BIG. Deals of the Day are…

Peyton Manning and the Superman logo. Either can be yours at HALF PRICE - TOMORROW -  when you sign-up for Fathead Nation.  Just go to Fathead.com tomorrow and click on the ad that says “REAL.BIG. Pride.”  Then score yourself a Petyon Manning or a Superman logo Fathead for 50% off the regular price.

So…we’re cool now, right?

By Matthew Martz

Teixeira signs with the Yanks, K Rod goes to the Mets, and Manny Ramirez is out of contention for Anaheim. This years off-season woes begin with last seasons trade of Casey Kotchman for Mark Teixeira, and now the Angels have neither. Instead the Angels are assigning first base duties to Kendry Morales. This season’s 40-man roster is not shaping up to most Angels fans expectations.

By Rebecca Moodie

After an exciting Wild Card Weekend, the stage is set for the next round of the playoffs.  All the teams who had a first round bye will now have a chance to prove their worth as they take on the wild card victors.

All eyes will be on the NFC East on Sunday as the defending Super Bowl Champs prepare to take on their division rivals in what should prove to be one of the more exciting games of the weekend.  Coming off a road victory in which they dominated the Minnesota Vikings, the Philadelphia Eagles will fly to New York to face the New York Giants for the much anticipated game.

By Porsche Simpson

Hannah and Miley Fathead Wall Graphics

As if last year wasn‘t perfect enough for Miley Cyrus, the sixteen year-old star of Hannah Montana fame rang in 2009 with a rockin’ concert for a deserving fan AND was nominated for a Golden Globe!

She’s an A-list star, but still underage.  So instead of champagne, Cyrus celebrated the New Year by making a high school senior’s dream come true.

By Ignacio Salazar

Houston Player of the Year: Andre Johnson

This year the choice was easy. Andre Johnson of the Texans was, without a doubt, one of the best players in the NFL this year. Not to mention the best among all the athletes currently playing for Houston pro teams.

Johnson led all NFL receivers with 115 receptions and 1,575 yards and he was voted to his third Pro Bowl, his second as a starter. He had eight games with 100 or more receiving yards and he is the only player in NFL history have 10 or more catches in seven games in a season.