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Apogee Electric Introduces “One”

USB Microphone and Music Interface for the Mac

Singer/Songwriter Rachel Geller records her song “Blue” entirely with ONE and her laptop at Apogee’s Berkeley Street Studios. Being affordable, high-quality and easy-to-use, Apogee’s ONE has proved to be the missing link for Rachel between receiving and sending finished tracks to her producers in the most efficient way.

Trained in both classical voice and guitar, Rachel’s inspiration derives from early twentieth-century jazz, blues, hip-hop, and Russian folk music. She has performed extensively in the midwest and west coast both as a solo artist and with a band. She has shared the stage with notable musicians such as: Matisyahu, Dead Prez, PM Dawn, and Living Legends, among many others. According to the Minneapolis Arts & Entertainment magazine, Vitamin: “Rachel entices eyes with her charm and captivates ears as her voice elegantly bounces through the room.”

Listen to more music by Rachel Geller at www.myspace.com/rachelgellermusic.

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This Week on The Ellen Show! August 9-13

Monday, August 9
SCARLETT JOHANSSON

Every day is a celebration for Ellen, especially today! You never know what will happen! She loves surprising her audience with amazing gifts and huge prizes, and today is no exception. Then, you never know what the beautiful SCARLETT JOHANSSON is doing next. Just a few months ago, she stopped by with an amazing singing performance, then she starred in the huge summer movie, “Iron Man 2.” She played a tough and sexy superhero — and did all her own stunts! She might even have a few moves to teach Ellen! Plus, the extraordinary MELISSA ETHERIDGE released a brand new album and is making a rare talk show stop right here with Ellen! She’ll give an unbelievable performance of her hit song, “Fearless Love.” Also, Ellen introduces you to another amazing web star that you’ve gotta see — on today’s Wonderful Web of Wonderment!

Tuesday, August 10
JENNIFER GARNER

It’s been four years since she’s been on the show, now JENNIFER GARNER is back! Last time, she was pregnant with her first child, now she and her husband Ben Affleck have two little girls! And if motherhood weren’t keeping her busy enough, Jennifer was in the movie, “The Invention of Lying.” Then, if you saw Ellen’s TBS special last year, you saw the absolutely hilarious comedian JOE WONG. (And if you didn’t see her TBS special — how dare you!) He was so great, she’s bringing him on the show today and you’ve got to see him! Ellen also has Scottish musician PAOLO NUTINI on the show. He’ll be performing the hit song “Candy” from his latest album, “Sunny Side Up.”

Wednesday, August 11
COURTENEY COX ARQUETTE

Ellen’s good friend COURTENEY COX ARQUETTE is on the show today! Last time, Courteney told Ellen she didn’t have any stories to share, but we’re sure she’ll have plenty to talk about with her show “Cougar Town”! She’s one of the few people who embrace their age rather than lie about it. Speaking of lies, RICKY GERVAIS is starring in the new movie, “The Invention of Lying.” The hilarious British comedian will be on the show for the first time! (It’s true… we swear!) Also, if you haven’t heard of JESSIE JAMES, you will soon! She’s being compared to Christina Aguilera and Carrie Underwood, but you can decide for yourself when she performs the song “Wanted” from her album.

Thursday, August 12
JIMMY SMITS

Some of Ellen’s favorite guests are stopping by today! First, JIMMY SMITS is here to tell her about his PBS documentary, “Latin Music USA.” He’s excited about going to the White House for a concert honoring Hispanic music! Then, Ellen’s good friend T.R. KNIGHT is coming by. It’s been two years since he was last on and a lot has changed for him. He left “Grey’s Anatomy” and performed in the stage musical “Parade.” Ellen can’t wait to hear about it! Also, back when Chris Daughtry was on “American Idol,” Ellen knew he was going to be a big star. Even though he was voted off early, he formed his band DAUGHTRY and is huge! Now they’re here to perform “Life After You” from their CD, “Leave This Town.” And since Ellen likes her groceries to be quadruple-bagged, she has plenty of paper bags lying around. That means it’s a perfect time to play one of her newest games, “I’m Going to Rip Your Face Off!”

Friday, August 13
HILARY DUFF

Ellen recently showed you a hilarious video of a girl recovering from dental surgery — she was a little loopy from the medication! Her name is Hannah and she had no idea her sister put it online, and she became an internet sensation! Today the two are here to tell the real story! And that may have been a bad video for Hannah, but she’ll be in good company today when a group of audience members show off their hilarious Bad Paid-for Photos! Then, ANDREW GARCIA was a favorite on “Idol” from the beginning, but eventually he was voted off. He’s stopping by today for one last performance. Plus, the world first got to know HILARY DUFF as a young Disney star. Now she’s become a beautiful young woman, and recently starred in the ABC Family movie “Beauty and the Briefcase.” She’s stopping by to tell Ellen what it’s been like growing up in the spotlight — and staying out of trouble. And ALAN JACKSON is one of the biggest country musicians. He’ll be visiting Ellen for the very first time today and will perform his single, “Just That Way.”

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The Pregnant Zone

A pregnant woman glows…..so you can see her coming and get out of the way! Pregnancy is like a journey into the Twilight Zone it starts out gradually, but as it takes over it leaves you wondering…..”Where did I lose control?”

For example, in the first trimester you may feel a little nauseous on your way to work. Next thing you know you’re being pulled over for throwing up out the window doing 85 (not that this has ever happened to me!)

As the months progress, your once firm tummy continues to expand until you no longer know what pair of shoes you’re wearing. By the ninth month everything is swollen including your husbands arm where you’ve punched him for the last 7. Lastly, to your horror, you find that the weight is not “all baby,” but has been evenly distributed to your best assets.

And if the physical affects aren’t enough… the emotional ones will cause even Braveheart to tremble
as we suddenly become, “Cybil” and develop more personalities than Tiger Woods has women.

And a piece of advice for the husbands new to this deal: “Everything you say can, and will be used against you.”

I once encountered a woman who loved every minute of pregnancy. She was admitted to the psychiatric ward ….for observation.

-Excerpt from my column Reality Check

Di Viola – About the Author
Author of “The Trouble With Women” and the column, “Reality Check”

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