Alvin and the Chipmunks Storybook Collection: 7 Rockin' Stories

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Both movies featured the original cast of the second series reprising their roles as the tone was very similar to the series. Universal lost the rights to the characters in 2002 due to a breach of contract with Bagdasarian Productions. Herman, Alison (August 27, 2014). "The 30 Harshest Comedian-on-Comedian Insults in History". Flavorwire. Archived from the original on January 3, 2020 . Retrieved December 26, 2019. Clarely, Kathey (May 24, 1987). "Dashing Park Rodent was the Inspiration for Chipmunks". The Fresno Bee. 'He couldn't figure out whether to use worms or elephants or whatever,' said Ross Bagdasarian Jr., who took over the chipmunk business from his father. 'Suddenly, as he was driving through the sequoias [at Sequoia National Park], a chipmunk dashed out on the road and dared him to pass. Dad fell out of the car laughing and the Chipmunks were born.'

won a Grammy Award for Best Album for Children for the album Let's All Sing with the Chipmunks (it was also nominated for Best Engineered Record-Non-Classical). The song "Alvin for President" was also nominated for both Best Comedy Performance–Musical and Best Engineered Record–Novelty, making two nominations in the latter category. Fox, Ken (May 18, 2008). "Alvin And The Chipmunks". TV Guide. Archived from the original on April 7, 2008 . Retrieved December 24, 2019. was nominated for a Young Artist Award in the category "Best Motion Picture–Animation" for the movie The Chipmunk Adventure. Jason Lee as David "Dave" Seville, a struggling songwriter and father figure to Alvin, Simon and TheodoreAlvin, Simon, and Theodore put on their biggest show yet -- a benefit concert to help the local animal shelter. The story is brought to life through 8 interactive sound prompts and full-color illustrations. A sweet story about working out differences... Brevet, Brad (November 1, 2007). "2008 Oscars: The Animated Oscar Quandary". ComingSoon.net. Archived from the original on January 4, 2020 . Retrieved December 27, 2019. a b "Alvin And The Chipmunks". Daily Mirror. December 21, 2007. Archived from the original on December 24, 2007 . Retrieved December 24, 2019. There's no small part of people wanting to call you on your shit. And I think some of It's deserved on my part, but I also think a lot of it isn't. I think a lot of it is lazy and not really thoughtful. Look, do I really think that Lobsterboy103 thinks that I'm 'evil'? Of course not … But It's just the Internet, you know. It's tippity-tappity-tippity-tap … [here he mimics simian typing] … Done. Hit send.

Goodykoontz, Bill (December 13, 2007). "Alvin and the Chipmunks". The Arizona Republic. Archived from the original on January 3, 2020 . Retrieved December 22, 2019. a b "Alvin & The Chipmunks To Meet Chipettes in Sequel?". MTV Movie Blog. Archived from the original on January 15, 2008 . Retrieved January 18, 2008. Ross Bagdasarian, Sr. as David Seville (speaking only) and the singing voice for Alvin, Simon and Theodore.Alvin and the Chipmunks Receive Hollywood Walk of Fame Star". NBC Los Angeles. March 14, 2019 . Retrieved June 18, 2020. Chevy Chase, Jim Carrey, Tim Allen, John Travolta, Ben Stiller, Vince Vaughn, and Bill Murray were originally considered for the role of David Seville. [12] [13] [14] On March 7, 2007, Jason Lee joined the project to play David Seville, [15] and Cameron Richardson signed on March 21. [16] David was a more clean-cut character for Lee than his past roles, which he appreciated. [17] Patton Oswalt and Brian Posehn were approached to play Ian Hawke but both declined. [18]

Canned Heat: The Official Band Biography". Canned Heat. Archived from the original on May 19, 2013 . Retrieved May 2, 2012. Weitzman, Elizabeth (June 3, 2008). " 'Chipmunks' drive us to rodent rage". New York Daily News. Archived from the original on January 3, 2020 . Retrieved December 24, 2019. Alvin and the Chipmunks Live Action Stage Show Commercial. YouTube.com. Retrieved 20 December 2018. They also appeared on the FOX NFL Sunday intro (which premiered on December 20, 2009) with the cameo character, Digger (the mascot for NASCAR on Fox). a b Rosen, Lisa (November 4, 2007). "Out of thin air". Los Angeles Times. Archived from the original on January 3, 2020 . Retrieved December 27, 2019.Their fourth Christmas album, A Very Merry Chipmunk, saw a release in 1994, then When You Wish Upon a Chipmunk in 1995, and Club Chipmunk: The Dance Mixes in 1996 which peaked in the Top 10 on Billboard's Top Kid Audio. Alvin and the Chipmunks want to enjoy their cruise, but Dave won’t let them have any fun! Were some rules made to be broken?... The film's original score was composed and conducted by Christopher Lennertz, a fan of the Chipmunks since childhood. [32] La-La Land Records released a limited edition album on September 19, 2008. The technique was imitated by Sheb Wooley's " The Purple People Eater" and The Big Bopper's "The Purple People Eater Meets the Witch Doctor". Dave discovers the Chipmunks in his home. He forces them to leave, but then he hears them sing " Only You (And You Alone)" and " Funkytown". Dave makes a deal with the Chipmunks to sing songs that he writes in exchange for shelter. Later, when Dave tries to present the Chipmunks to Ian, they fail to sing because of stage fright. The day worsens as Dave is dismissed from his advertising job due to the Chipmunks having unknowingly ruined his presentation boards by drawing and writing on them. While hosting dinner with former girlfriend Claire, Dave struggles to hide the Chipmunks after Alvin attempts to create a romantic atmosphere, making Claire uncomfortable and causing her to leave. As an apology to Dave, the Chipmunks go to Ian's lavish mansion, where they sing Dave's song, prompting Ian to sign a record deal.