Welcome to The Kids From Fame Media Blog

I'm Mark & I've been a Fame fan since the beginning of the TV Series in 1982. This blog is dedicated to the incredibly talented cast of the show who have brought so much comfort and pleasure to my life over the last 40 odd years.

Every week day we post and our Archive can be found on the Kids from Fame Media TV Series Archive Website.
Including Interviews, Episode Information and Videos, Scripts, Merchandise, MP3 Downloads, Reunions, Fan Fiction, Cast and Crew Information.

I hope you have a great time Remembering "Fame"!

To Contact Me Please Send Emails to: mark1814uk@googlemail.com


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Wednesday, 26 August 2009

Inside Fame Book by Michael Hoey Press Release

I've received an email from Fame Producer Michael A Hoey concerning his forthcoming book. MacFarland Publishing have issued the following press release. With the book now scheduled for release in early 2010. I'm very excited as the book features a quote from yours truly :)

Inside Fame on TelevisionA Behind-the-Scenes History Michael A. Hoey
ISBN 978-0-7864-4665-0 photos, bibliography, indexsoftcover 2010
Buy Now!
Price: $35.00

Not Yet Published, Available Spring/Summer 2010

DescriptionFame, the hugely popular 1980 musical film inspired by New York’s High School of the Performing Arts, was adapted as a weekly NBC television series in 1982. Though cancelled by the network after two seasons, the TV version of Fame rose from the ashes to enjoy a long and successful run in syndication. Among the series’ cast members were such gifted performers as Debbie Allen and Janet Jackson.For five of the six years that Fame flourished on television, Michael A. Hoey was closely involved in the series’ production. He has written a compelling behind-the-scenes history of the trials, tribulations and triumphs surrounding the filming of the hit series, interviewing a number of the creative principals as well as recounting his own experiences.

About the Author Michael A. Hoey is a multi-award-winning film editor, screenwriter, director and producer. His numerous credits include six Elvis Presley films, the TV series Dallas and Murder She Wrote, and the annual Creative Emmy Awards presentation. He lives in San Clemente, California.




Meet The Cast of Fame 2009

Brief interview with Naturi Naughton, Kherrington Payne , Paul McGill and Asher Book from 2009 movie remake of Fame.


Monday, 24 August 2009

Fame Movie 2009 "Friends" Trailer

Another Trailer to build the excitement for the new movie. This one features new clips and scenes featuring Debbie Allen. It's all still looking very good to me.

Sunday, 23 August 2009

FAME 2009 Soundtrack Preview


Album is due for release on August 25th in U.S. and August 24th in the U.K.


01. Fame 09 Intro - Naturi Naughton
02. This Is My Life/Cafeteria Jam - Hopsin, Ak’sent, Tynisha Kelly, & Donte
“Burger” Winston
03. Black & Gold - Sam Sparrow
04. Ordinary People - Asher Book
05. Can’t Hide From Love - Naturi Naughton & Collins Pennie
06. Out Here On My Own - Naturi Naughton
07. You’ll Find A Way [Switch & Sinden Remix] - Santigold
08. Get On The Floor - Naturi Naughton & Collins Pennie
09. Street Hustlin’ - Raney Shockne featuring Stella Marie
10. Back To Back - Collins Pennie
11. Try - Asher Book
12. What A Mighty God We Serve - Pasadena Community College Gospel Choir
13. You Made Me Love You - Raney Shockne featuring Oren Waters
14. You Took Advantage Of Me - Megan Mullally
15. Someone To Watch Over Me - Asher Book
16. I Put A Spell On You - Raney Shockne featuring Eddie Wakes
17. Too Many Woman [Damon Elliott Remix] - Rachael Sage
18. Hold Your Dream/Graduation - Naturi Naughton, Asher Book, & Kay
Panabaker
19. Fame 09 - Naturi Naughton

Saturday, 15 August 2009

Janet Jackson 1984 Wins her First Award - Black Gold Awards 1984



Janet wins her first award beating the likes of Anita Baker as best new comer at the 1984 Black Gold Awards. 




Tuesday, 11 August 2009

Paul McGill Interview Fame 2009



Meet the stars of Fame 2009. Here's a brief interview with Paul McGill who plays Kevin in the new movie.





Monday, 10 August 2009

Cats Medley


The "Cats" Medley comes from the Season 5 episode "A Place To Belong" which is the August episode of the month. Written by Andrew Lloyd Webber, Trevor Nunn and T.S. Eliot.

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Sunday, 9 August 2009

Kherington Payne Interview Fame Movie 2009 - Popstars!



Meet the stars of Fame 2009. Here's a brief interview with Kherington Payne who plays Alice in the new movie.



Friday, 7 August 2009

Eric Pierpoint Interview 2008 about Alien Nation


Interview with eric Pierpoint I found on You Tube bout his excellent sci series "Alien Nation".



Tuesday, 4 August 2009

Monday, 3 August 2009

Debbie Allen Interview Daily Mirror & Where Are They Now 2009


Debbie was interviewed by Caroline Hedley for the Daily Mirror 23rd February 2009. Debbie Talks about the new movie:

"The actors are different but the story lines are true to the original.. it's still very relevant"

The article also features a where are they now section for some of the other cast members.