Jordan Knight joins 'Cover Me Canada'

The Canadian Press reports that Jordan will be a part of the judging
panel for new Canadian reality TV show:

New Kid on the judging panel: Jordan Knight joins 'Cover Me Canada'
By: The Canadian Press

TORONTO - New Kids on the Block member Jordan Knight will be one of
the judges on the new CBC-TV reality show "Cover Me Canada."

The competition features musical acts performing classic Canadian songs.

Joining Knight on the judging panel will be singer Deborah Cox and
music exec Ron Fair.

The show, to be hosted by former All Saints member Nicole Appleton,
begins Sept. 18 at 9 p.m.

A group of eight finalists will compete for a $100,000 cash prize and
a recording contract to have their first original single released by
Universal Music Canada.

Knight and the New Kids have been touring over the summer with the
Backstreet Boys.

New JordanKnight.com website

Jordan's website - jordanknight.com - has been updated with a new design and additional features such as new photos of Jordan, merchandise and more!  Here is a note from Jordan from the site:

Hey Everybody!

I'm very excited and pleased to unveil my new website! I've been working really hard on my off time to bring you all a place to come and check out some photos, videos and news updates of what I'm up to. Maybe we can even run some contests and have some fun!!! Another thing I'm really stoked about you guys checking out too, is my new online store! I've been working really hard, coming up with cool swag that you guys would love. I've collaborated with some awesome designers who have helped me put my creative ideas into reality. I'm really stoked about what we've got going on over there. So make sure to check out the store and let me know what you think about some of the items. Feedback is always welcome.

The site is still a work in progress, but I really wanted to put up what we've got. Very soon, there's going to be a Community with an area for people to blog, connect with other fans and participate in forum discussions.

If you're reading this, then I just wanted to say, from the bottom of my heart, Welcome! and thank you for supporting me in everything I do.

Much love to all of you. Muah!!!
-JK

Zookeeper to be released on DVD on October 11

Donnie's latest movie, "Zookeeper" to be released on DVD and Blue Ray on October 11.

Click here to pre-order!

Donnie Wahlberg in Rachael Ray Magazine

Donnie is featured in this month's Rachael Ray magazine. They had Donnie document his day and his meals while working a typical day on the set of Blue Bloods. Click on the image below to view the larger version.

Scan by @JournalSean

Donnie Wahlberg to tape episode of Rachael Ray Show September 8th

Donnie will be taping an episode of Rachael Ray Show on September 8th in New York. (The episode will air at a later date). You can try to get tickets to the Rachael Ray Show here.

Win Dinner with Donnie Wahlberg

WEEI Sports Radio is having an auction for a dinner with Donnie during their Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon today. You will need to call the station at 617-931-1850 to place your bid. Call soon, it ends in less than an hour!  Donnie also says he is "throwing in a FIRST EVER tour of the NEW Wahlburgers Restaurant after dinner!"

Here are the details

Dinner with Donnie Wahlberg at Alma Nove (Friday, August 26 on The Big Show (2 p.m. - 6 p.m.)

•You and five (5) guests will dine with Donnie Wahlberg at Alma Nove
•Alma Nove is located at 22 Shipyard Drive in Hingham, MA
•Alma Nove web site: http://almanovehingham.com/
•Date and menu to be determined

NKOTB News for August 25

No major news to report today, but I thought I'd share some miscellaneous NKOTB news tidbits that might not normally make the blog:

Here is a photo of Joey on the set of CSI NY:

Here is a Boston Herald article about the upcoming Wahlburgers restaurant. The article also mentions that the Wahlbergs will be opening a pizza place next spring.

Jordan will be selling merchandise - including "Stingy" shirts - on his website next Tuesday.

Follow @RememberBetty on Twitter for updates on Team Betty (and all the local Team Betty's) and their effort to end breast cancer.

And here is a photo of Jonathan and his horse that he sent via Twitter. His caption read "Always kiss your loved ones before bed. Even when they sometimes step on your toes...."

Donnie Wahlberg and Brothers to Open New Restaurant

Donnie, along with his brothers, Mark and Paul are opening a new restaurant in the Boston area called Wahlburger's. Here is an article from the Democrat and Chronicle:

Mark and Donnie Wahlberg make licensing deal with Tom Wahl's

Donnie and Mark Wahlberg have licensed the Wahlburger name from Tom Wahl's to open a burger joint in the Boston area.

The brothers, which also own other restaurants, do not have plans at this time to serve a burger with the name but plan to name the eatery Wahlburgers Restaurant.

Tom Wahl's owns the federal trademark rights to the Wahlburger name, so the restaurant group that includes the Wahlberg brothers, which also includes Paul, a chef.

“It’s a fun thing, out of the blue, to be contacted by a group surrounded by a Hollywood actor (like Mark Wahlberg)," said Keith Herman, vice president of Tom Wahl's. "He is well respected out there, it is kind of fun.”

Mark Wahlberg started his career as a rapper under the name Marky Mark, and Donnie Wahlberg is a member of the '80s sensation New Kids on the Block.

The two developed careers in acting, Mark as as star of Boogie Nights and more recently gathering acclaim as producer and actor in The Fighter and on the HBO show Entourage. Donnie Wahlberg was in The Sixth Sense and is now has earned critical praise for his role on the CBS show Blue Bloods opposite Tom Selleck.

Herman would not disclose the amount of the agreement, but noted that “it’s been a plus. the more restaurants they open up, the more opportunity we have from it financially.”

Donnie's Birthday Party Rescheduled for September 3rd

Donnie had to reschedule his birthday party in Virginia Beach due to Hurricane Irene. Here some Twitter updates from Donnie:

IMPORTANT- The threat of Hurricane Irene hitting VA Saturday has forced me to move my Party to next Saturday- 9/3- Your safety comes first!

Sorry for the inconvenience but I'll be more sorry if you all have to travel in, at worst a hurricane, at best horrible storms!

Contact @worldofjohnny for any questions & info! If its any consolation- I'm losing my first 3 day weekend in a year to move the party! :(

PS- all of the airlines are offering no change fees for flight changes because of the weather!! #justsaying!

The good news is... This gives me an extra week to make even more plans for surprises for Virginia Beach!

Donnie Wahlberg Participates in Valspar Hands for Habitat Auction

"Valspar Hands for Habitat" is auctioning off several celebrity hand prints, including Donnie Wahlberg's. See photo and description below and click here to place your bid!

Habitat for Humanity and Valspar Paint are proud to bring you Valspar Hands for Habitat, an auction of one-of-a-kind, autographed handprints from your favorite celebrities. Each celebrity handprint, created using Valspar Paint, will support Habitat for Humanity’s relief efforts in Haiti.

Notable personalities from film, television, sports, music and design have teamed up to “lend a hand” in support of Habitat for Humanity by donating their own handprints for auction. This unique auction features a 14” x 14” canvas containing handprints and autographs from the celebrity supporter.

Proceeds from the auction will support Habitat’s goal to serve 50,000 families that were impacted by Haiti’s devastating 2010 earthquake, helping them move them toward safe, secure and permanent housing.

The proceeds for this item benefit Habitat for Humanity International

Donnie Wahlberg's Least Favorite Sports Memory

In this video from People.com, Donnie recalls the Boston Red Sox losing game 6 of the 1986 World Series.

 

Update: video has been deleted, does anyone have it saved?

NKOTBSB Flash Mobs From Around the World

A fan on Twitter sent me a link to a flash mob in Venezuela where a bunch of fans danced to the NKOTBSB Mash Up (like they performed on the American Music Awards). When viewing that video I noticed a bunch of related videos of other NKOTBSB Flash Mob's from fans around the world. Below are the videos!


Video courtesy of Auxi84


Video courtesy of nohely641



Video courtesy of NKOTBSBFMex



Video courtesy of CristinaBSBfan

Plans for NKOTB in New Zealand and Australia in 2012?

In this TwitVid, Donnie is talking with his driver about visiting New Zealand and Australia next spring:

Update: video has been deleted, does anyone have it saved?

Videos of Jordan Knight Performing at Fun107 Girls Night Out

Here are a few videos of Jordan performing last night at Fun107 Girls Night Out at Zeiterion in New Bedford, MA :


Video courtesy of divadenice


Video courtesy of sunfiregirl1228

Joey McIntyre to guest star on CSI: NY

According to Entertainment Weekly, Joey will be guest starring on CSI: NY on October 14. Here is the report:

Joey McIntyre to guest on 'CSI: NY'

CBS sure likes their New Kids ( …and we don’t blame them).

CSI: NY has booked New Kids on the Block’s Joey McIntyre for a guest spot set to air in October, EW has learned. The singer, whose bandmate Donnie Wahlberg stars on Blue Bloods, will play Ray, a man that ends up in a shooting that involves one of the CSIs.

McIntyre recently wrapped on the NKOTBSB tour, in which his took to the road with the Backstreet Boys, and is also set to appear in an episode of Psych this season.

His CSI: NY episode is scheduled to air Oct. 14.

Joey McIntyre shares photos of his kids and home

Joey and his family are featured in this week's People Magazine. They have published photos Joey's three kids Griffin, Rhys and Kira and their bedrooms. Here are the scans courtesy of JessicaNKOTB.

(Click on image for larger version.)

Happy Birthday Donnie Wahlberg!

Happy 2nd Anniversary of your 40th Birthday Donnie!

(Photo above courtesy of spoilertv.com)

Links to NKOTB Cruise Info

Here is a little more info I got today regarding the payment schedule for the cruise:
First deposit of $300 per passenger due at time of booking
Next Deposit of $500 per passenger due 11/29/2011
Final payment is due 4/24/2012

Here are a few websites with more information about the NKOTB Cruise.

NKOTB Summer Cruise 2012: Your No-Stress (Okay, Low-Stress) Guide to Booking a Cabin
This blog has lots of info about NKOTB Cruises, so if you have a question, you can probably find the answer there.

Haus of Kaka: The ‘alternative’ guide to the NKOTB Cruise 2012
This is a more comical look into the New Kids on the Block cruise, but still worth a read.

Jordan Knight on KUOO: Part 4

Here is part 4 of Chad's interview with Jordan. They talk about topics such as why Jordan thinks his son Dante will an accountant, and that Chad met his wife because of Jordan, and more.

Jordan Knight on KUOO: Part 3

Here is part 3 of Jordan's interview with Chad on KUOO: They talk about topics such as why Jordan thinks his son Dante will an accountant, and that Chad met his wife because of Jordan, and more.

2012 NKOTB Cruise News

Here is the official cruise info from nkotb.com


NKOTB CRUISE 2012 from New Kids on the Block on Vimeo.

NKOTB will set sail on the glorious CARNIVAL DESTINY! We depart June 7, 2012 from the Port of Miami, bringing us to the new and exciting port of KEY WEST, FL, returning to our favorite beach paradise HALF MOON CAY, and returning home on June 11, 2012. NKOTB CRUISE 2012 promises to be all that you’ve come to love about NKOTB CRUISE with lots of new and improved goodies! We promise to deliver 4 fun-filled days (and longer nights!) for our fans that will include:

*New Port: Key West Florida!
*Improved Photo Ops!
*ADDED Evening Theater Event with NKOTB!
*New & Additional Individual & Group Events!
*New Themes!
*More Face Time!
*Packages starting at $699!

Presale for Block Nation begins THURSDAY AUGUST 18 @ NOON EST // Prior cruisers @ 1PM EST — you will receive an e-mail with instructions how to book shortly. If you're not a member of Block Nation, sign up now!

Public on sale begins FRIDAY AUGUST 19, 2011 @ NOON EST.


For more information, please be sure to visit http://www.nkotb.com/cruise.

Good luck and welcome aboard!

-THE BLOCK

Rose Tours also has a site - nkotbcruise.rosetours.com in which you can read FAQ's, Pre-Night Hotel special, itinerary, roommate matching, prices (coming soon) and more.

Donnie on the Set of Blue Bloods

Here is a video from MrBillyflash on YouTube on the set of "Blue Bloods". There is lots of footage of Donnie taking photos with the fans and a peak at an on-location set.

Tickets for Donnie's Birthday Party

They just released some more tickets for Donnie's birthday party in Virginia Beach - buy them here!

NKOTB Cruise 2012 Rumors

Ground Control (the company that runs nkotb.com) may have leaked some information about the NKOTB 2012 cruise on their phone app. According to the information leaked, the New Kids on the Block cruise will be on the Carnival Destiny from June 7 to 11 and will have stops in Key West and Half Moon Cay. Pre-Sale is on August 18 and general on sale is August 19. Here are some screen shots taken by jacquelinejane:

Jordan Knight on KUOO: Part 2

Here is part 2 of Jordan's interview on KUOO.

Jordan Knight on KUOO: Part 1

Here is part 1 of an interview Jordan did on KUOO. By the way, Chad, who interviews Jordan in this clip is the DJ who joined Jordan onstage during his solo tour in 2004-05. He talks about what he sleeps in and if unreleased songs such as "Around the World", "Rock the Night", and "Try" ever become available.


Video courtesy of couthie

Jordan Knight on FM96

Jordan did an interview with FM96 in London. He talks about the first thing he'll do when he gets home, how do his kids feel about his fame, who is his favorite Backstreet Boy, his plans for a solo tour, crazy fans, does he have a bucket list, will he ever do a reality show again, and more!



Video courtesy of couthie

CBS Sacramento: New Kids On the Block Harley

Here is a news story from CBS Sacramento about the fan who won Danny's Harley:

 
Update: Video has been deleted. Does anyone have it saved?

Jordan Knight on EZ Rock 97.5

Here is an interview Jordan did with EZ Rock 97.5. They talk about him starting his music career at a young age, what is it like being in the group with his brother, why did chose to tour with the Backstreet Boys, does he prefer being a solo artist and more.

 

Video courtesy of Kelly Peter

Jordan Knight Interview with NewsTalk 1290 CJBK

Here is an interview with NewsTalk 1290 CJBK. Jordan and the DJ talk about how they could change "Let's Go Higher" and how to dance to it.

Update: video has been deleted, does anyone have it saved?

Jordan Knight on 102.9 K-Lite

Jordan did an interview with 102.9 K-Lite. He talks about touring with the Backstreet Boys, his album "Unfinished", his falsetto, Dante being camera shy, being more fit now and what his exercise routine is, does her prefer cats or dogs, does Jordan bring anything special on tour, what artists does he like, why did Jordan and Jonathan end up at an emergency room at 5am while on tour, and will there be another tour?

Plus there are quick appearances by Jonathan and Donnie's dog Lumpy.

Update: video has been deleted, does anyone have it saved?

Jordan Knight on LFPress.com

LFPress.com did a news story about last night's show and also featured a short interview with Jordan Knight.

Update: Video has been deleted. Does anyone have it saved?

Donnie Wahlberg's birthday party in Virginia Beach

Donnie has confirmed he will be having a birthday party on August 27th at Guadalajara Town Center in Virginia Beach. More details about tickets to come at a later date.

More NKOTB Updates

Here are some more New Kids on the Block updates from Kamilah and Kiley... Joey and Jordan make special appearances! (If you missed the rest of the videos, you can view them here.)









Videos courtesy of KileyDean and milahmarshall

Jordan Knight Interview on CHCH

Here is an interview Jordan did with Kate Carnegie on CHCH:



Video courtesy of KateCarnegieNews

London Free Press: New Kid says it's not over

Here is an article from the London Free Press hinting about possible future plans for NKOTBSB

The boy band fans were sounding sad or sexy — or both — on Twitter.com and other social media over the apparent end of a supergroup on Sunday afternoon.

Maybe they should have been saying it ain't over till it's over.

Hours before the combined forces of NKOTBSB — The New Kids on The Block and The Backstreet Boys — were to play the final date of the 2011 tour at the John Labatt Centre on Sunday, the fans were tweeting in pain at saying goodbye or hot hot hot anticipation of the final show.

"Going through #NKOTBSB withdrawal again ;( blahkkk i wana go backkk!!!," tweeted @cassceccs, who — like many fans — saw Sunday's date at the downtown London arena as the end of a sweet and beautiful thing.

There were other fans, like @glovess22, who had tickets for the London show — and knew exactly what they wanted.

"#nkotbsb for the second time tonight! @nickcarter can't wait to see you and your sexiness ;)," that fan said, expressing feelings for BSB's Carter.

The actual NKOTBSB truth is out there. There are already rumours the supergroup will puts it nine-man lineup together again for a European tour.

New Kids on The Block lead singer Jordan Knight was looking well past Sunday's show in a pre-concert interview backstage.

"You'll definitely see us again, working together," Knight said Sunday of teaming again with BSB.

Asked about a European tour being next on the NKOTBSB playbook, he laughed for a moment.

"We're talking about it," Knight said seriously. Then he paused before adding, "If you ask me, 'see you in Europe,' " he said with the last four words in a much quieter, mock-secretive voice.

Sounds like a tweet, a backstage visitor suggested to Knight, who smiled again.

Only one question then — how long until an #nkotbsb tweet makes it official?

Jordan Knight on All Access Weekend

Jordan did an interview with "AllAccessWeekend" (Montreal). He talks about the tour with the Backstreet Boys, the guys branching out and doing solo songs, why did he call his album "Unfinished", how do they get refreshed and more.

Anne-Marie Withenshaw · Jordan Knight talks NKOTBSB

New Kids on the Block Updates

Here is a series of videos from Matthew Morrison's backup singers Kamilah and Kiley. They are on the road with NKOTBSB and here are their "New Kids on the Block Updates":

















Videos courtesy of KileyDean and milahmarshall

Jordan Knight Interview with Majic 100

Jordan did an interview with Majic 100. He talks about the difference between touring now versus touring when they were younger, how the fans make him feel young, and will NKOTB be on Glee?

StuntmanSTU · Jordan Knight calls in to Majic 100

NKOTB Afterparty in Ottawa

Here is the info for Donnie and Jordan's afterparty in Ottawa:

OTTAWA,ON - ddub's AFTERPARTY
MANSION Nighclub
Ottowa, ON

DATE : Thursday August 4th, 2011

LOCATION: MANSION Nightclub

ADDRESS: 400A Dalhousie, Ottawa, ON.

GENERAL ADMISSION Ticket : $ 40
---------------------------------------------------------
DDUB's VIP Area Ticket : $ 75
1 General Admission Ticket which INCLUDES access to DDub's VIP Area.
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$150 VIP "UNFINISHED" Bundle -
Limited Availability ( Only 75 tickets will be sold ! )
Autographed "UNFINISHED" CD, Individual 1 on 1 with J.K.,
HD Picture w/ Jordan by Professional Photographer
(will be uploaded to Photobucket website for download),
Access to Jordan's VIP Area, includes 1 General Admission Ticket
----------------------------------------------------------
TIME : 10:30 pm-2am

21+


Click here for tickets!

Jordan Knight to Appear at FUN 107’s Girls Night Out on August 20

Jordan Knight is scheduled to perform at FUN 107’s Girls Night Out on August 20. Here are some more details:

FUN 107’s Girls Night Out with Jordan Knight

Saturday, August 20 2011
7:00 pm

Zeiterion Theatre
New Bedford, MA
$50 $39.50 $29.50

ON SALE
Tuesday Aug 2, 10:00 am

With Special Guests:
THE VARSITY GIRLS

From NBC’s “The Voice”
DEVON BARLEY

Jordan Knight Interview with WBLI

Here is a short interview with Jordan after last night's show with Astra from WBLI:



Video courtesy of astraonair

Bell Biv DeVoe at NKOTB and Backstreet Boys Show in NY

Bell Biv DeVoe made a special surprise appearance at last night's NKOTBSB concert in New York. Here is a video:



Video courtesy of kimbertimber143