WEIRD AL YANKOVIC VISITS HOLLYWOOD TODAY SET

Weird Al Yankovic At Hollywood Today

Direct from Hollywood - Music Parody Master Weird Al Yankovic came into the studio at Hollywood Today Live to give the inside scoop on his newest album “Mandatory Fun” and Seed star Adam Korson talked sperm donations.

On releasing eight videos in eight days: Host AJ Gibson says “tell me Beyonce was your inspiration.” Al responds: “My last album I released 12 videos in the same day- so if anything she is inspired by Weird Al.”

On getting permission from artists to parody their hit songs: “I respect the artist. I want to make sure they are ok with the parody. Nowadays it’s a badge of honor...One of favorite quotes is from Kurt Cobain who said he didn’t realize he had made [it in the music business] until he saw the Weird Al parody.”

On the inside scoop on a [Mandatory Fun] Tour: “Not this year but definitely in 2015, it will be bigger and better, as always it will be a multi-media event with costume changes, and yes, I still wear the fat suit.“

Hollywood Today Live was on scene at Amoeba Records CD signing- Fans said “Ladies love Weird Al.” “Amazing how much he influences the world around him.” “I’m excited to see the guy that inspired me to be a nerd.” “It’s not mandatory, it’s willingly and voluntarily given- I’m having fun.” “Weird Al you’re my homeboy.”

On Holly-Weird fans: “This week has been amazing. I have never had such an outpouring of love from fans.”

On today’s social media landscape: “I had to get into it kicking and screaming, now it’s nice to be able to be in close contact with the fans - and the comedy community - hang out and share ideas.” @alyanovic

What’s next after your last video album: “I’m not retiring. 32 years ago I was working in a mailroom for minimum wage, then they offered me a record contract and have been renewing ever since; now I’m done and I can make singles. I like to be keep topical, timely and be of the moment, so as soon as I come up with an idea I can record it and get it out there.”

On being a guest on Hollywood Today Live: “I’ve never done this show live, it had a great energy, love that fact that we are right off of Hollywood Blvd and it’s great to do a show and see everyone hanging out and having a good time- love the atmosphere.”

ALSO IN STUDIO GUEST: ADAM KORSON FROM CW’S SEED- PREMIERING MONDAY NIGHT

When asked if you have ever donated your sperm? [Seed’s storyline- his characters is multiple sperm donor]: “Hmmm...not professionally.” “ I guess that makes me an amateur sperm donor.”

 Photo Courtesy Of: Hollywood Today