News Posted February 27, 2003

Download Your Own Alternate Soundtrack Covers!
Tired of looking at Tom Welling on that Talon Mix? Thanks to the WB.com's Smallville area, fans can download and print out their own alternate covers!

Download Lana Cover - Download Lex Cover

If you haven't ordered your copy of the CD yet, click here!

Kryptonian To English!
Special thanks to: Steppy

The Superman For The Ages website has posted a handy Kryptonian to English translation key. While not all characters may end up matching what is seen on Smallville, it's still quite interesting to look at. Click here to take a look!

Rosenbaum Among Top Requested Michaels
The Lycos 50 listed their top eleven most-requested Michaels that were searched for on the Internet during the week of February 8. Guess who hit #8:

Don't ask us how he was beaten by Michael Bolton, but hey... congratulations are in order anyway!

News Posted February 26, 2003

Great Numbers For "Rosetta"
Christopher Reeve's Smallville guest shot brought the show up to #4 in its timeslot on Tuesday night. Here's the overnight ratings breakdown:

(R) indicates repeat airing

"Rosetta" Music!
Possibly the biggest episode of Smallville to date has now aired. What did you think of it? Talk about it on the KryptonSite message board!

Here's a music list from the episode, including the first one that we're particularly fond of:

Superman: The Movie Theme by John Williams -- A new arrangement of John Williams' Superman theme is played at the end of the episode. You will believe a man can fly!
"The Scientist" by Coldplay
"Satellite" by Kid Lightening
"Nuclear" by Ryan Adams
"Leaving Town Alive" by Pancho's Lament

News Posted February 25, 2003

The Smallville Soundtrack Hits Stores!
Special thanks to: Elektra Records

After a long wait, the long-awaited Smallville soundtrack is now available in stores!

The soundtrack includes music by folks such as Von Ray, Steadman, and Eva Cassidy, all of which was featured on the show. The theme song, "Save Me," is on the CD too (of course!)

The CD also is your "key" to explore several soundtrack-only features. By purchasing the CD and swinging by Smallville.net, fans can do many things, including the following:

- Unlock online access to the sold-out first issue of DC Comics' Smallville comic book
- Preview chapters of the upcoming Smallville novels from Little, Brown and Company and Warner Books
- Tour a 3-D interactive map of the town of Smallville, including the Luthor mansion, The Talon coffeehouse, the Kent farm and much more
- Watch VonRay's live performance of "Inside Out" and Remy Zero's HBO Reverb performance of "Perfect Memory"
- Collect one of three collectible trading cards--Lana, Lex or Clark--from the Smallville series

For more details on the soundtrack, swing by our Soundtrack page or order yours online from Amazon.com! You can also find a Smallville soundtrack e-card by following this link!

Tom Welling and Christopher Reeve at CNN.com
Special thanks to: The Superman Homepage

Tom Welling and Christopher Reeve were both included in an article about Smallville that appears today at CNN.com. In it, you can learn a little bit about Reeve's character and also hear a bit about how some may mistake Tom for Superman.

Click here to read the article!

Smallville: The Comic #1 Preview At The Superman Homepage
Three pages from the first issue of the regular Smallville: The Comic have now been posted at The Superman Homepage. The comic is due to be released on March 5. Click here to take a look!

News Posted February 20, 2003

"Rosetta" Advance Review!
A very special KryptonSite feature... an advance review of the February 25 Smallville guest starring
Christopher Reeve!

Click here to read more!
(the review does not contain many spoilers)

News Posted February 19, 2003

Smallville Comic #2 Solicitation & Finalized Cover!
DC Comics has released some details about issue #2 of the Smallville comic book from DC Comics, on sale on May 21:

SMALLVILLE #2
Written by Mark Verheiden and Clint Carpenter; art by Renato Guides and Tom Derenick; cover by John Van Fleet
In stores May 21. The bimonthly series based on the hit WB! television show continues! Trouble's brewing at the Miss Smallville Pageant. Contestants are being terrorized, and it's up to Clark and Lana to get to the bottom of it! Plus, in a back-up story, find out what Chloe did during her summer internship at the Daily Planet between Seasons 1 and 2! This issue is rounded out by interviews with actors Allison Mack (Chloe Sullivan) and Sam Jones III (Pete Ross), as well as the next installment of the episode guide to Season 1!
FC, 48 pg. $3.50.

Adjoining this article is a look at the finalized cover for issue #2 (different from what was posted here earlier this month). Boom - instant Clark! For a larger look, click here!

Ratings "Fever!"
"Fever" posted the usual brand of great ratings again last night, with hopefully even better ratings next week as Christopher Reeve guests in "Rosetta." The show practically tied with competition on ABC and NBC's A.U.S.A.

24 is continuing to build on its American Idol lead-in. Here's the overnight-ratings breakdown:

(R) indicates repeat airing

"Fever" Music!
Here's the music list of what songs were heard in "Fever":

"Wave Goodbye" by Steadman -- Played at the end, in concert at the Talon.On the Smallville soundtrack!
"Not That Simple" by Jamestowne

Look for ratings information here on KryptonSite later today!

News Posted February 17, 2003

Reeve And Welling Video At TheWB.com
Special thanks to: Matt and Kylie

TheWB.com now has posted a page about the Christopher Reeve Paralysis Foundation which includes a video of the public service announcement with Reeve and Tom Welling. Click here to see it!

Be warned, though, the nature of Reeve's Smallville character is revealed on the page.

Preview The Soundtrack!
Publicity for the Smallville soundtrack is growing even more, with an advertisement on AOL Instant Messenger of all places.

The AIM link leads to a page on Netscape that will allow you to preview the soundtrack in RealAudio.

For more details on the soundtrack (on sale February 25), visit KryptonSite's soundtrack page! And remember you can order it by clicking here!

John Glover Talks About Lionel's Feelings For Martha
John Glover (Lionel Luthor) was recently interviewed at Zap2It.com, where he offered some insight on his character, including the recent subplot involving Lionel and his new assistant, Martha Kent.

"Martha's a redhead," Glover told the site. "I think Lex's mother was a redhead, too, as is Rachel. So Lionel's got something for redheads. There's something about her that's softening some part of Lionel. There's a part of Lionel that's never been seen before, that's starting to emerge as she comes around."

When asked if Lionel Luthor may ever emerge from the series a good guy, Mr. Glover had this to say: "You mean I don't do good now? What are you talking about? I do good almost every week. Like, in 'Jitters,' when we had to seal off the plant with the gas leak, and Lex was inside. I said, 'Go ahead, seal him in.' He came out a lot stronger for it. There, I've done good. I've strengthened him. I thought about it before I said to lock him in. I didn't do it just haphazardly."

To read Zap2It's complete interview with John Glover, click here.

News Posted February 16, 2003

Images Added To Allison Mack Gallery
KryptonSite's cast pages are still explanding! Our latest addition - several more first season Smallville images featuring Allison Mack. The new images start here!

News Posted February 15, 2003

Smallville Finds Its "Visitor?"
We have received an anonymous tip that the role of Cyrus in the upcoming episode "Visitor" will be played by Jeremy Lelliott, whose previous credits include 7th Heaven.

At this point we are unable to confirm this, so let's leave it at the rumor level for now. However, if anyone can confirm it, please e-mail us!

For more details on "Visitor," which should be airing in March, visit the KryptonSite spoilers page.

News Posted February 13, 2003

Soundtrack Spotlight: AM Radio
One of the bands featured on the upcoming Smallville soundtrack is AM Radio. Their song, "I Just Want To Be Loved," was featured in the February 4, 2003 episode of the show, "Rush."

AM Radio is described in their publicity as "a power punk band from the bright sunshine state of California." They're managed by Rivers Cuomo of Weezer. Weezer also has a song on the soundtrack ("Island in the Sun," from "Metamorphosis.")

Here's a bit about the history of AM Radio, from their website:

September, 2001...

Kevin Ridel, former front man of RIDEL HIGH and PEEL, sits in the driver's seat of a car that slowly creeps towards the microphone at Astroburger. He doesn't want anything. His passenger wants a veggie burger, no tomatoes. It's hot. The AC doesn't work. Popular music spills out of the radio and escapes out the window, mixing with the hum of passing cars and disappearing into the hazy Los Angeles afternoon. "Just as well," he thinks, "this music is lame." After two tries he orders the veggie burger and heads to the pick-up window. It comes with tomatoes.

Kevin turns to his right and asks, "why isn't there anything good on the radio?" His passenger, an old friend from Connecticut, familiar with candlepin bowling and the strange misidentity associated with that state, shrugs as he picks out the slice of tomato and lays it on top of the side-view mirror. After a moment he responds, "have you tried AM?" Ruminations begin.

Calls were made. A few weeks later Joe Higgins dazzles the drum kit while guitarists Jason Moore and Rowan Robertson supply powerful backdrops to Kevin's mellifluous vocals. Songs created on Ridel's beat-up Washburn acoustic transform from simple melodies to full-blown rock songs dripping with texture and energy. Joe Barresi takes them into a studio and soon the band releases their self-titled indie debut; two thousand copies sold to date.

For months they support their music by playing an exhaustive schedule around the Los Angeles area, continually trying to and succeeding in connecting with the fans. Producer and Engineer Rod Cervera takes the band into the studio and records a batch of new material. The band decides to release it for free on their web site, www.amradioonline.com. The fans are happy.

In April 2002, just days before the band is set to embark on their first major piece of road work, Kevin calls Canada for a bass player. The city of Victoria sends Bryce Soderberg to LA. Kevin gives him a quick test: "Ryan or Bryan Adams?" Bryce answers quickly and cooly, "Ryan, of course." He gets the job then pushes play on his portable CD player. "Cuts Like a Knife" enters his ears and he sports a satisfied grin. The Dusty West Tour, 13 cities in the US and Canada opening for WEEZER, goes incredibly well.

In June 2002, Rivers Cuomo signs them to his new record label. He also likes them on the road. AM RADIO opens for WEEZER in Japan on The World Cup Tour and subsequently headlines the second stage on The Enlightenment Tour. The fans continue to be happy.

Plans to release a full-length album in June 2003 are soon solidified. Elektra Records has agreed to provide the band with worldwide distribution. In the meantime AM RADIO continues its schedule of rehearsing, recording, playing live and getting to know their fans. Although they have only been together a year, the time spent on the road and working together has solidified the unit into one rocking outfit without a tinge of suck.

Tune in to AM RADIO (guaranteed no tomatoes); keep it on the up.

For a preview of what you can hear from AM Radio on the Smallville soundtrack, download full length MP3's including 'I Just Wanna Be Loved' from AM Radio's website: http://www.amradioonline.com/sounds.html

Click here for more details on the Smallville soundtrack!

From The Man Of Steel To A Man Of Iron
Further proving that they would be the right choices to helm a new Superman movie, Variety has revealed that the Smallville executive producer team of Alfred Gough and Miles Millar are signed to write a movie featuring the Marvel Comics super-hero, Iron Man (right).

Congratulations to Al and Miles on the new gig.

Iron Man image came from this great page - hope you don't mind us using it!

News Posted February 12, 2003

The "Prodigal" Viewers Return
Ratings for Smallville are headed upward again, even though 24 is cashing in on its American Idol lead-in. Note how the show is slowly inching up upon NBC's new dud A.U.S.A.

Here's the overnight-ratings breakdown:

(R) indicates repeat airing

"Prodigal" Music!
Here's a list of the music heard in "Prodigal":

"Burn Baby Burn" by Ash
"Fight Test" by the Flaming Lips -- On the Smallville soundtrack!
"China" by Mystica - Played at the beginning of the episode during Lucas's gambling (mis)adventures.
"Home Sweet Alabama" by Lizzie
"Like a Dream" by Morphic Field
"Don't Tempt Me" by the Contes

Please e-mail us and let us know where in the episodes this music appeared. And of course, follow the links to order the CD's and help support KryptonSite!

What did you think of "Prodigal?" Discuss the episode at the KryptonSite message board or in the chat room!

Overnight ratings for the episode will be posted later today.

News Posted February 11, 2003

FLASHBACK! Clark Kent Gets Married
On the February 11, 1996 episode of Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman, Clark Kent got married... or did he? Travel seven years back in time and read today's column!

News Posted February 10, 2003

Christopher Reeve Goes To The Practice
Special thanks to: Ron

Soon after his appearance on the February 25 Smallville, former Superman Christopher Reeve will be making a guest appearance on ABC's The Practice.

An air date has not yet been set.

Smallville Interactive Map Previewed On AOL
America Online users going to keyword: Smallville can see a preview of the interactive map that will be accessible to those who buy the Smallville soundtrack CD which is coming out on Feb. 25.

The preview right now includes a detailed history of the Kent farm. Future "hot spots" on the map, accessible from the CD, will include places like the Talon and the Luthor mansion. The map might not work for Mac users. Enjoy!

Finally! A New Column!
It's been months since any new columns of opinion have appeared on KryptonSite, but now webmaster Craig has a little something to say about the potential new Superman movie...

Click here to read it!

Update: Smallville Cast In What
Tom Welling is featured on the cover of What magazine, which is appearently in schools now. The issue features an article about the best couples on TV, and had this to say about Clark and Lana:

"The only thing I don’t like about this love-story is that it doesn’t have a happily-ever-after ending. Divine duo Lana Lang and Clark Kent are definitely destined to be together, what with a meteor shower bringing them together… it’s in the stars!"

UPDATE! That same issue with Tom on the cover features a piece about Kristin Kreuk and her favorite teacher.

Also, a fan named June has learned for us that What is a publication available in Canada only; but, subscriptions to the U.S. are available, and one time issues can be had for $5 U.S. (including postage and shipping). Copies can be obtaining by sending a check or money order to:

What Magazine
108-93 Lombard Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba CANADA
R3H 1B1

You should also indicate the cover subject of the issue you're requesting (in this case, Smallville). For more on What, visit their site!

News Posted February 9, 2003

Allison Mack in Philly!
Special thanks to: Shannen, MMAC

Allison Mack (Chloe) is listed as a Mass Media guest at the Wizard World East comic book convention, which will be held in Philadephia, PA from May 30-June 1st, 2003.

Wizard World, of course, is a series of conventions hosted by the makers of Wizard magazine.

Now if only they'd do some convention appearances here on the West Coast...! For more information and tickets visit http://www.wizarduniverse.com/conventions/philly.cfm.

20 Images Added To Kristin Kreuk Gallery
KryptonSite's cast pages are still explanding! Our latest addition - twenty first season Smallville images featuring Kristin Kreuk. The new images start here!

News Posted February 8, 2003

Eric Johnson Filming New Movie
Special thanks to: Miss Windy

Miss Windy of Eric Johnson Web tells us that Eric (who played Whitney on Smallville) is now filming the sequel to the movie "Ginger Snaps." Visit EJWeb for more details!

News Posted February 7, 2003

"Shanghai Knights" Opens Today!
The new movie "Shanghai Knights" starring Owen Wilson and Jackie Chan hits movie theaters today. It may be of note to Smallville fans because it is written by the Smallville executive producer team of Alfred Gough and Miles Millar.

Gough and Millar also created the characters of Chon Wang and Roy O'Bannon for the 2000 movie "Shanghai Noon." Check your local newspapers or movie theaters for show times of this new flick!

Kristin Kreuk Rank-ed Among The Hottest In Young Hollywood
The E! Entertainment channel's show Rank put Kristin Kreuk on its list as one of Young Hollywood's hottest in their special "Young Hollywood: Players Or Played Out?"

Kristin made #15 on the list. For a photo gallery and information on when the special will be airing again, visit E!'s website.

News Posted February 6, 2003

Michael Rosenbaum Gallery Added To KryptonSite Cast Pages
A gallery of images of Michael Rosenbaum is the latest addition to the KryptonSite Smallville cast pages. Visit Michael's profile and take a look at the 25 images that are there to choose from!

News Posted February 5, 2003

Exclusive 15-Minute Smallville Episode Coming To AOL?
Special thanks to: The Futon Critic (we miss you!)

An article about AOL Time Warner synergy that appeared in the Feb. 5 USA Today says that a special 15-minute episode of Smallville will be produced exclusively for America Online "sometime later this year."

To read the article, click here but be aware that USA Today's archives are only up for a short amount of time.

We'll let you know when or if we hear more about this, or if it's all just a misunderstanding over at USA Today.

Ratings "Rush!"
Frasier used secret weapon Lilith and 24 had American Idol's lead-in to help out, but Smallville again had respectable ratings for Tuesday night's episode.

Here's the overnight-ratings breakdown:

(R) indicates repeat airing

Music "Rush!"
Here's a list of the music heard in this week's new episode, "Rush":

"Don't Dream It's Over" by Sixpence None The Richer -- Played at the very end of the episode, in the Talon. Featured on the Smallville soundtrack!
"I Just Wanna Be Loved" by AM Radio -- Also on -- you guessed it -- the Smallville soundtrack!
"Never Gonna Come Back Down" by BT
"Bread and Water" by Sheila Nicholls

What did you think of the episode? Be sure to visit the KryptonSite message board to talk about it, and then come back here later today for ratings information!

News Posted February 4, 2003

Yet Another Christopher Reeve "Rosetta" Image!
Another image of Christopher Reeve in "Rosetta" has been added to our gallery from the episode. As the image itself is somewhat of a spoiler, we're going to send you to click here to take a look!

News Posted February 3, 2003

Updated: Tom Welling and Allison Mack In Teen People
Special thanks to: Dawomanofsteel and Kylie