BECKY SHER | Hype Fusion Tour presents Evanescence

Unless you listen only to AM talk radio stations, chances are you've heard "Bring Me to Life," the ubiquitous tune by Evanescence. And chances are, you're either sick of it, or it's growing on you. If it's the latter, check out the band live on the Nintendo Fusion Tour, where you can hear some great music and play video games to your heart's content. The tour revs up in August and spans the country through September, hitting more than two dozen stops along the way.
Evanescence won't be alone -- the bands Cold, Revis, Cauterize and Finger Eleven will play the tour as well. (And don't forget starring appearances by Nintendo at every stop -- an excuse to drag your AM-listening friends along.)
For more info on the tour and full list of concert dates, check out www.nintendofusiontour.com.
Tickets are available at www.ticketmaster.com.
Super stick
If you think about it, summer and makeup aren't a great match. Heat, sweat, water and the like are quite a challenge for a girl who's trying to successfully wield a liner pencil. Well, we've got one word for you: waterproof.
And to that end, we like the new waterproof eye shadows from GOSH Cosmetics.
They come in twistable tubes, so there are no additional tools involved -- you don't even need a finger to apply 'em.
GOSH's eye shadow sticks ($11) come in a bunch of basic colors, plus summer extras Love That Candy (lavender), Love That Mint (aqua) and Love That Ivory (we trust you can guess that one on your own).
Great summer colors, great waterproof formula -- what else could you possibly want? Besides the perfect beach body, a 1600 on your SATs, a great wardrobe, a cool car, immediate acceptance to Harvard. ... To buy, call (888) 352-8629, or for more information, visit www.goshcosmetics.com.
XBecky Sher writes Hype for Knight Ridder/Tribune News Service. You can write to her at bsher@krtinfo.com.
Web site of the week: U.S. Youth Soccer
Each year, kids and teens across the United States lace up their cleats and hit the pitch to play soccer.
Those looking to find programs that will boost their skills a notch, or who are dyed-in-the-wool soccer fanatics, will get a kick out of the U.S. Youth Soccer Web site (http://www.usyouthsoccer.org).
U.S. Youth Soccer is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to foster the development of America's youth through the sport of soccer.
The organization has more than 3 million young people between the ages of 5 and 19 participating in its national programs.
Students already engaged in soccer programs will enjoy the training tips on U.S. Youth Soccer's Web site. From tryout and conditioning techniques to advice and drills from professional players such as Mia Hamm and Marcelo Balboa, the site has plenty to keep you in the know. There are also articles on the care and prevention of common injuries and good nutrition for young athletes.
The site also features information on national competitions and links to regional and state youth soccer conferences. And you can find out how to order coaching and training books.
When it comes to soccer information, U.S. Youth Soccer scores!
XEric Goodwin writes about Web sites for Knight Ridder/Tribune News Service. You can send e-mail to egoodwin@krtinfo.com.
Notable quotes
"I didn't know how to process [Arnold Schwarzenegger] at first, because he's as iconic as one can possibly be. And he plays robots. Quite often. ... So it was a bit jarring to realize that he was a guy, an actual human being." -- Actress Claire Danes on working with her "Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines" co-star, in Time magazine.
"If at first you don't succeed, try, try, try again. Then use a stunt double." -- Arnold Schwarzenegger, when asked to tell his motto, in Vanity Fair magazine.
"I have never dated someone who is such a heartthrob. It's really weird to be sitting in the stands and hear girls talk about wanting to rip his clothes off." -- Mandy Moore, on dating tennis star Andy Roddick, in People magazine.