It's All Shiny and New

It's All Shiny and New

VH1 Premieres/Encores For The Week Of March 18-March 24 2005

NEW YORK, March 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Check out all of the brand new premieres headed to VH1 and VH1 Classic this week:

"2005 Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Ceremony" Premieres Exclusively On VH1 Saturday, March 19 At 9:00 P.M. (ET/PT)*

For 20 years the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has honored musical artists across all genres for their contribution to the music industry. Now fans can watch the historic celebration of Buddy Guy, Percy Sledge, the O'Jays, the Pretenders and U2 as these artists take their place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

The "2005 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Ceremony" took place at The Waldorf- Astoria Hotel in New York City on March 14, for debut on VH1 Saturday, March 19 at 9:00 p.m. This year's show honored blue's guitarist Buddy Guy, the Golden Voice of Soul, Percy Sledge, the smooth sounds of the O'Jays, modern rock pioneers The Pretenders and the influential Dublin quartet, U2. Frank Barsalona, founder and president of Premier Talent Agency and Seymour Stein, Chairman of Sire Records were also inducted into Lifetime Achievement in the Non-Performer category.

On Friday, March 18 "Remaking Vince Neil"

Throughout this hour-long special Neil will undergo a facelift, work out with a personal trainer and most importantly, kick his drinking habit. Following his physical transformation, Neil will then team up with some of the music industry's top producers to record a new single, "Promise Me," proving that true music legends never die.

(Airs at 10:00 p.m.) http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/remaking/87411/episode.jhtml

On Saturday, March 19 "2005 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Ceremony" See description above (Premieres at 11:00 p.m.) http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/hall_of_fame_2005/series.jhtml

On Sunday, March 20 "Celebrity Fit Club: Season Finale"

Catch the encore of the season finale that had water coolers crowded all over the country.

(Airs at 11:30 p.m.) http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/celebrity_fit_club/series.jhtml

*all times ET/PT Contacts: Michelle Clark/VH1 Ariana Urbont/MTVN 212-846-5576 310-752-8079

Monday, March 21 "40 Greatest Celebrity Feuds"

Can't we all just get along? Apparently not, which leads to the premise behind VH1's 40 Greatest Celebrity Feuds. From wars of words to knock down drag-outs these aren't your average everyday domestic spats, these are the headline grabbing pop-culture punch-ups and squabbles of show biz legend.

(Airs at 9:30 p.m.) http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/the_greatest/67951/episode.jhtml

Tuesday, March 22 "When Metal Ruled the World"

This one-hour special examines the rise and fall of metal, from its early Sunset Strip beginnings to its domination on the charts and worldwide.

(Airs at 10:30 p.m.) http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/when_ruled_the_world/66691/episode.jhtml

Wednesday, March 23 "VH1 News Presents: Michael Jackson's Secret Childhood"

No matter the outcome of Michael Jackson's trial on child molestation charges, the gap between how the world views Michael and how he sees himself has never been wider. In this special, VH1 News explains how the beloved child entertainer has become such a bizarre public figure. In "Michael Jackson's Secret Childhood" VH1 News examines the singer's upbringing and uncovers a life filled with abuse, hard labor, relentless ambition, and a conflict between his religious upbringing and his growing fame. In exclusive interviews, viewers are introduced to Michael's first young friend the child actor Rodney Allen Rippey, Tatiana Thumbtzen, Michael's co-star from "The Way you Make Me Feel" video, who tells her tale of unrequited love for the shy pop star, and Teresa J. Gonsalves, a childhood pen pal who witnessed a side of Michael very few had the privilege to see.

(Airs at 8:30 p.m.) http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/vh1_news_presents/82010/episode.jhtml

Thursday, March 24 "Movies That Rock: Soul Food"

This hit domestic comedy-drama follows the fortunes of an extended African-American family recalled through the eyes of young narrator Ahmad (Brandon Hammond). Starring Vanessa Williams, Mekhi Phifer, Nia Long and Michael Beach.

(Airs at 7:00 p.m.)

ON VH1 CLASSIC:

"VH1 Classic In Concert," which premieres on Friday, March 18 at 9:00 PM will showcase live, full-concert performances from some of the greatest names in rock, pop & soul. Up on deck this week: "Foghat."

On the heels of being inducted into the "Rock and Roll Hall of Fame" the O'Jays will be performing their new single "Make Up" and their classic, "Love Train" during "All Star Jams" on Sunday, March 20 at 9:00 AM and 10:00 PM. http://www.vh1classic.com/

Source: VH1

CONTACT: Michelle Clark of VH1, +1-212-846-5576; or Ariana Urbont of MTVN, +1-310-752-8079

Web site: http://www.vh1.com/ http://www.vh1classic.com/

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