Rob Thomas has to be one of my favorite music artists ever. I can name a million songs of his that I like of his songs while he’s been on his own and when he was with Matchbox Twenty. He has this unique sound and that’s what makes me like him.

Rob has released his first live concert, Live at Red Rocks, captured in High-Definition and mixed in 5.1 Surround Sound for the acclaimed PBS music series Soundstage, the 18-song concert features seven songs not seen on the original 2007 television broadcast plus the music video for “Streetcorner Symphony.” This is a must own. The DVD was released in conjunction with his new Emblem/Atlantic Records solo album, cradlesong. It made June 30 the most anticipated music date for Rob ever.

Here is the set list for the DVD.

1. Something To Be
2. Fallin’ To Pieces
3. If You’re Gone
4. When The Heartache Ends*
5. Ever The Same
6. Not Just A Woman*
7. 3AM
8. You Won’t Be Mine*
9. The Difference*
10. Bent
11. Problem Girl*
12. Let’s Dance
13. Lonely No More
14. I Am An Illusion
15. Now Comes the Night*
16. Smooth
17. You Know Me*
18. This Is How A Heart Breaks
*not included in original PBS broadcast

I of course enjoyed the performances of Smooth and Bent. I think those are two of my favorite songs. Here’s a preview of the concert, Rob singing 3 AM.

Check out this widget that shows more pictures of Rob and the details of where you can buy the DVD. You can also buy the DVD directly here.

Also in conjuction of the release of the DVD I have a gift pack to give away. The pack includes a t-shirt, tour program, beanie, pin, a Tails to Remember documentary DVD, wristband, and poster. Here are the rules: The contest is open to residents of the US and Canada (except where prohibited by law) and you must be over the age of 18. You must have a valid email or I can’t contact you to say you have won. I will not use your email for any other reason besides contacting you if you are a winner. Leave all answers in the comments below with your email address. The contest is open until July 18th at midnight EST, and I will pick a name randomly at that time.

To enter just leave a comment in the post below with your favorite Rob Thomas/Matchbox Twenty song.

UPDATE: THE CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED. THE WINNER WILL BE NOTIFIED SOON. THANK YOU TO EVERYONE THAT ENTERED.

Prom Queen is the “studio” original serialized drama conceived specifically for the internet, it was created by Michael Eisner, former CEO of Disney. Prom Queen: Season One and Prom Queen: Summer Heat comprises of all 95 original episodes tied together in two feature presentations.

When I started watching the DVD I couldn’t believe how fast I got into the characters. Each episode is two minutes max. So if you watch the whole 95 episodes it would be like watching a movie. The plot moves fast and when you see the text message, “U R going to kill the Prom Queen” you want to watch more.

Here is a quick rundown of the series…

Every young girl grows up wanting to be Prom Queen. And for the students of Edward Adams High, it’s not only a tradition but an ideology—and for some, an obsession. Little do they know that there lurks a secret that threatens to unravel the institution forever.

As usual, senior year is full of characters—some hot, some not—who all have their eyes turned toward Prom, the night when dreams come true. Sweethearts will split apart, friendships will be tested, hearts will be broken . . . lucky for them, summer is just around the corner.

Still reeling from Prom Night, with high school finally behind them, the former classmates are certainly due for a vacation. And what better place to escape to than Mexico? Catch up with the former students of Edward Adams High in Prom Queen’s next chapter, Summer Heat, as they embark on a summer of fun, adventure and mystery. Watch as relationships ignite, pasts flare up and the mystery continues to blaze in Summer Heat.

You can see streaming video of the trailer and a clip here. There is bonus features with the DVD including new cast interviews, never-before-seen gag reel, commentary from creators and cast, video blogs, and a photo gallery. You can buy the DVD here.

I am also giving away two copies of Prom Queen. Here are the rules of the contest (insert broadcasting voice here): The contest is open to people in the USA and Canada. You must have a valid email or I can’t contact you to say you have won. I will not use your email for any other reason besides contacting you if you are a winner. I have TWO copies to give away. You have until Thanksgiving 2008 to get your answers in. Leave all answers in the comments below with your email address. And I will not except P.O. Boxes for addresses.

Now, for the question, what was your favorite part of prom, or if you haven’t went yet, what will be your favorite part?

UPDATE: Contest is now closed and winners have been notified.