Pep Rally, Pranks and Silence. This beat reporter has been so busy trying to sort out what seems to be one of the most confusing bamboozles to date. After the unconfirmed prank by Linc last year and the hoopla that followed it.... the team has been tight lipped.   I mean, how can the 5 year old top himself?  As someone who is often at odds with the production family and staff, I was blown away by the performance that left 35,000 of us in shock for 18 minutes I won't stop believing that who I didn't see was actually not on that stage. Forward to 2010, there has been little word since last year. Yes, some staff members were let go and the headquarters were moved to New York City.... even the atmosphere is far from normal.  Silence is not good, or is it? Here's what I know.  The festivals are all to be known as the Bamboozle.  No lefts, right or chitown. First week of November, the first two sites should be revealed.  While NJ deals with the demolition of a stadium, the site seems to be unharmed in the planning stages. However, sources confirmed as recently as this morning that we are moving closer to Mickey in the golden state.  As for the third location, which has never been mentioned by any staff member, that location could be revealed once the Olympic disappointment settles down.  Bamboozle's xChristianx has been spotted multiple times in Seattle but my pony tailed source assures me there is no plans for a Bamboozle in the northwest. Those who want the deal of the century should take advantage of the fan club discount sale before any bands are announced. It will be a three-day package with a hinted 99 dollar price tag.  Ticket prices will remain the same as last year but will increase as the event approaches. So, take the first offer, its always the best - got that advice once and its always proven true. I have been told by multiple Live Nation employees that the line up will be staggered more then in years past.  The headliners may or may not be first announcement with at least one headliner on each coast being announced far into the on sale.

I encourage anyone who is interested in joining Team Bamboozle to sign up at several upcoming Live Nation shows that has a Bamboozle team table set up.  Metal rob and rookie Jeff Menig are looking for a few special folks to lead the 2010 campaign.  Over the years, the Bamboozle has helped interns find careers and roles in the music industry.  One agent to be is often referred to as "intern man" when dealing with his clients.  The opportunities are for those who want to learn and build relationships in the industry. For more info email jeffmenig@thebamboozle.com (Shameless plug)

Now for the gossip…  There is a jingle floating around by a west coast rapper named T Mills. This jingle should be found or requested by Scoop’s loyal followers - it’s out there, I assure you.  The poet, Gregory Schwartz has written some poems as well that my detectives will be smart enough to unravel.  The poet is clever and the first poem should be looked at as a definition. Extended gossip: Monkeys switched to pigs in NJ. Comedy and a reunion will be sure to excite orange county.... Linc’s special pep rally - you've been warned.  

My Name Is Scoop And This Is My Report.