It's All Shiny and New - VH1 Premieres/Encores for the Week of September 2 - September 8 2005

It's All Shiny and New - VH1 Premieres/Encores for the Week of September 2 - September 8 2005

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Check out all of the brand new premieres headed to VH1 and VH1 Classic this week.

On Friday, September 2 "Tommy Lee Goes to College" #104

What would a college football game be without a tailgate party? Tommy fires up the grill, then fires up The Weiner Launcher. He treats himself to some "Rocky Mountain Oysters," joins a game flag football, heads to the local pub and learns about Greek life... the hard way. Tommy also gets a surprise when he finds out his autobiography, Tommyland, is actually on his English class reading list.

(Begins at 10:00 p.m.) http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/tommy_lee_goes_to_college/series.jhtml

"Gene Simmons' Rock School" #103

The children begin to tire of Gene as the audition process continues. Gene is invited to perform for a group of local pensioners at Christ's Hospital's weekly lunchtime recital, and a KISS tribute band performs for Gene and the school in the theatre. The final members of the band, a keyboard player and bass guitarist, are picked -- but not all of the children are happy as Gene fails to notice the disappointment of those not picked for the line up.

(Premieres at 10:30 p.m.) http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/rock_school/series.jhtml

On Saturday, September 3 "Rock Star: INXS-Competition" #108

Last time, the rockers recorded a new INXS song for the band, but this time, they'll focus on iconic rock songs. Jordis redeems herself after last week's less than stellar version of "Dream On" with John Lennon's "Imagine," while Suzie brings down the house with her "Bohemian Rhapsody." The good news is that all the rockers do well, but that's the bad news too: three strong performers will still find themselves up for elimination.

(Premieres at 7:00 p.m.) http://www.vh1.com/artists/az/inxs/artist.jhtml

"Rock Star: INXS-Elimination" #108

The Rockers have done their best their best on stage-now its up to INXS to decide who stays and who goes home.

(Premieres at 8:00 p.m.) http://www.vh1.com/artists/az/inxs/artist.jhtml

On Sunday, September 4 "Rock Star: INXS" #109 The aftermath of the elimination is revealed in this new episode. (Premieres at 8:00 p.m.) http://www.vh1.com/artists/az/inxs/artist.jhtml

"The Surreal Life" *BRAND NEW EPISODE*

For their second eventful day in swinging Las Vegas, the celebs participate in a SURVIVOR-style pool game called the "Vegas Castaway Challenge," hosted by Tim Stack. But this competition is serious business, because before the day is done, one of the Surreal cast members will be voted out of Las Vegas! Whoever wins the game will have immunity from being "casted out". So everyone has to swim, rub, drink and kiss their way to immunity! And not to be outdone by Janice, Omarosa makes a play for Jose. Later, while the loser drives alone back from Vegas, the rest of the cast relaxes on their rock star bus and Bronson tries to push the sexual boundaries with one of his cast mates.

(Premieres at 9:00 p.m.) http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/the_surreal_life_5/series.jhtml

"Hogan Knows Best" *BRAND NEW EPISODE*

After 25 years on the road wrestling, Hulk has always had an outlet for his energy and aggression by body-slamming people nightly. Now that he's home, he's bored and antsy -- and driving his family nuts. Brooke, Nick and Linda all try to find Hulk a hobby. First Hulk tries golf at an exclusive country club -- but he's much too tense for that. Next he tries tennis, but ends up drinking beer on the court with a buddy. Finally, Brooke suggests Pilates...

(Premieres at 9:30 p.m.) http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/hogan_knows_best/series.jhtml

"Celebrity Fit Club" *BRAND NEW EPISODE*

Celebs weigh in for the last time in this special 90-minute season finale. After 100 days of dieting and working out, Jackee and teammates Gary Busey, Phil Margera and Jani Lane face off for one last time against Toccara and teammates Willie Aames, Victoria Jackson and Wendy "The Snapple Lady" Kaufman to see which team took off the most pounds. But before weighing in, the teams revisit the fit camp exercises from show one, revealing substantial improvements with their new, leaner physiques. Back in the chapel, Ant, Dr. Ian Smith, Dr. Linda Papadopoulos and Drill Sgt. Harvey Walden IV review each celebrity's journey as they assess their final results, and in the end, the teams take to the giant scales to determine which team will take home the fabulous grand prize.

(Premieres at 10:00 p.m.) http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/celebrity_fit_club_2/series.jhtml

On Monday, September 5 "Movies That Rock: Metallica: Some Kind of Monster"

Therapy and heavy metal make friends in this critically acclaimed documentary.

(Airs at 11:30 p.m.) http://www.vh1.com/movies/movie/245971/moviemain.jhtml

Tuesday, September 6 "Storytellers: Bruce Springsteen" Bruce Springsteen plays his legendary music for an intimate audience. (Airs at 12:00 a.m.) http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/storytellers/series.jhtml

Wednesday, September 7 "Bands Reunited: Haircut 100" A band from the 80s reunites in this encore of the popular series. (Airs at 1:00 p.m.) http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/bands_reunited/series.jhtml

Thursday, September 8 "Driven Presents: Dark Roots: Anna Nicole Smith" Just when you think all her dirty laundry is aired.... (Airs at 11:30 p.m.) http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/driven/series.jhtml

ON VH1 CLASSIC

VH1 Classic's "All Roads Lead to The Chip," premieres Saturday, September 3, Sunday, September 4 and Monday, September 5 at 7:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 7:00 PM and 1:00 AM. **

Hosted by Twisted Sister frontman Dee Snider, VH1 Classic goes behind the scenes for this renowned multi-day event. The two-hour special includes performance footage of Journey, Queensryche and Twisted Sister. In addition to the performances, Dee Snider sits down for an extensive and exclusive interview with legendary artist Steve Miller who was on-site at "The Chip" to perform with The Steve Miller Band.

The "All Roads Lead To The Chip" special will also include classic flashbacks to last year's event at The Chip, featuring performances by Heart ("Straight On"), Blue Oyster Cult ("Don't Fear The Reaper"), REO Speedwagon ("Can't Fight This Feeling") and Styx ("The Grand Illusion").

www.vh1classic.com

*all times ET/PT

Contacts: Michelle Clark/VH1 212-846-5576

Source: VH1

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