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LEARN ABOUTLIFE, LOVEAND MOREFROM KERMITTHE FROG!Kermit the Frog sharesinspiring life lessons he’slearned, using all the wit andwisdom he brought to TheMuppet Show, Sesame Streetand classic TV specials. Toldin Kermit’s lovable voice,the book addresses life’smilestones, including growingup, leaving home, falling inlove, starting a career andstaying grounded. Kermit’ssage wisdom and wit willresonate with readers of allages. Available at the Parksand where books are sold.THE CHEETAHGIRLS ARE ONTHE LOOSE!The CheetahGirls have been spottednationwide following theblockbuster debut oftheir newest exhilaratingescapade, the CheetahGirls 2, on DisneyChannel! The threemulti-talented muchachaskicked off their nationalconcert tour with a “SoHot Summer” appearanceTHE MUSIC BEHIND THE MAGIC TURNS 50!Walt Disney Records marks milestonewith special releases and exhibit.Walt Disney Records, the leader in familyaudio entertainment, celebrates its remarkable50-year history with a celebration of its uniquemusical heritage, the preservation of its catalog, acommemorative CD, and a landmark exhibition.This fall, the label will begin releasingrestored titles through digital outlets, includingiTunes. The vast quantity of archive songmaterial consists of classic Disney songs, originalmaterial performed by popular artists of the dayand movie soundtracks. These vintage treasureswill be digitally restored beyond the sonicbrilliance of the original masters, allowing themto sound better than they did when they werefirst issued nearly 50 years ago.In addition to the digital releases, onNovember 7 the label will bring favorite Disneymusical moments to fans from all generations witha special 2-disc commemorative edition, Disney’sThe Music Behind the Magic. The collectionhighlights 50 of the most beloved musicalclassics of all time from movies, television shows,Theme Parks, Broadway musicals and uniquerecordings.The 50th anniversary celebration continuesas Walt Disney Records’ and The Walt DisneyCompany’s legacy is brought to life with a oneof-a-kindexhibit, Disney: The Music Behindthe Magic. Opening November 5, the exhibitwill be housed at Seattle’s Experience MusicProject (EMP) for one year before traveling tocities across the U.S. and around the world.Disney: The Music Behind the Magic is the firstcomprehensive exhibit devoted to exploring andexamining the role music has played in The WaltDisney Company’s phenomenal successes and itscultural impact over the past 80 years.For tickets to Disney: The Music Behind theMagic and more information on EMP, pleasevisit emplive.org or phone 206-770-2700.at Disney’s California Adventure® Parkbefore rocking the house with 60shows through December 17.Visit thecheetahgirlsmusic.comfor more information—anddon’t miss your chance to seethe Cheetah Girls live inconcert!And if you still can’t getenough of this feline foursome,be sure to pick up The CheetahGirls 2 on DVD, releasingon November 28—just intime for the holidays! TheDVD features an exclusive,never-before-seen alternateending that’s sure to delightloyal Cheetah lovers. Plus, lookfor the fiercely fashionableline of must-have clothes,accessories and home décorinspired by the adorable divas,available now at Sears storesnationwide!From Left: Belle; Joe Don Rooney (of Rascal Flatts); Mickey Mouse; Minnie Mouse; Jay DeMarcus (of Rascal Flatts); Gary LeVox (of Rascal Flatts);and CinderellaCOUNTRY MUSIC ASSOCIATION AWARDS ON ABCBrooks & Dunnhost countrymusic’s biggestnight!Live fromNashville’s GaylordEntertainmentCenter, The 40thAnnual CountryMusic AssociationAwards comes to ABC TV on Monday,November 6.The event’s hosts, country duo Brooks& Dunn, tied Brad Paisley for the mostnominations with an amazing six! Meanwhile,Kenny Chesney, Keith Urban, and NewcomerCarrie Underwood received an impressive fournominations. And country music legend DollyParton and the band Rascal Flatts (who appearon the soundtrack for Disney•Pixar’s Cars)scored three nominations each.Backstage Pass caught up with Rascal Flattsbassist Jay DeMarcus to get his thoughts on theCMA Awards, past and present.Backstage Pass: What is your favorite partof being a part of the CMA Awards?Jay: “Our favorite part is seeing all of the otherartists and hanging with them backstage. Thesecond best part is performing.”BP: So who are you looking forward to seeingperform at the CMA Awards this year?Jay: “I think George Strait. Isn’t it amazing heis being inducted into the hall of fame?”BP: What are some of your favorite memoriesof CMA Awards past?Jay: “The most vivid memory is our first winfor the Horizon Award. Although we wouldsay we really don’t remember much—someoneannouncing our name, walking to the stage,accepting….But somewhere, somehow thatnight it sank in. It was a most surreal moment forus.”BP: What are your expectations about theCMA awards this year?Jay: “We have anticipations of course, but notsure of expectations. You always hope you’llhave a win.”BP: What are some of your favorite HolidayTraditions?Jay: “Holidays to us generally mean time offof the road. A time to be with our families.”BP: We have to ask, who’s your favorite DisneyCharacter?Jay: “Minnie Mouse is the bomb!”DISCOVERTHERE’SMORE TONEVERLAND THANYOU EVERIMAGINED!With magic on everypage, these enchantinggift, novelty and chapterbooks bring the worldof Disney Fairies to life!Now readers can delve intothe tiny, secret world of DisneyFairies with chapter books starringTink and her fairy friends.The new gift and noveltybooks will make imaginationsflutter. Fairy fans can learnall the secrets of Pixie Hollowin the lavishly illustrated giftbook, In the Realm of the NeverFairies. They can make theirown Disney Fairies charmswith the Make Your OwnFairies kit, or even designa glamorous outfit for theirfavorite fairy with the FlowerFashion book and flower press!But only if they choose tobelieve.Believing is just the beginning.Available at World of Disney®Store and other select locations orat disneyfairies.com.11 12