#Hashtag with Jimmy Fallon & Justin Timberlake

I don't know WHY this makes me think @JaymesV

Timberlake and Fallon hilariously recreate a normal human conversation... but with the ridiculousness of hashtags appended to every statement. This is how we all sound like on Twitter. Or on Facebook. Or on Instagram. Or in life.

(via Gizmodo)

Chicago's Market Days gets double treat - music and muscle with Jaymes and James

James Davis (L) and Jaymes Vaughan (R) at Market Days in Chicago

Chicago got a treat this weekend with Market Days bringing tons of music to one of the biggest festivals in the country.  And among the music makers was James Davis and Jaymes Vaughan, Chippendales and Amazing Race favorites.

Um,... yeah, I'd watch them play and sing.

Give me a moments here...

Good advice from Jaymes & James - Don't Drink and Drive

Remember everyone - good advice from Jaymes & James, Team Chippendales from The Amazing Race - "Don't Drink and Drive"

Booooo on drunk driving. Stay home, have a good time but a safe time.

Happy July 4th!

Music: Jaymes & James, Team Chippendales on The Amazing Race, release debut single

Jaymes & James - Team Chippendales from "The Amazing Race" - are releasing their first single, "Light Up the Skies," produced by Tanzer, and available at iTunes and Amazon.

The Chippendales breakout stars of CBS' "The Amazing Race" have gone musical. Or if you want to get technical, they've actually just gone back to their musical roots.

"Long before Chippendales ever happened, we were both in music," explains Vaughan.

Vaughan (Jaymes) has released several pop songs in the past and performed in various reviews throughout the world, while Davis (James) has fronted several successful progressive metal bands, including most recently, My Name Engraved. Both have had success in their individual music careers but never released any collaborative efforts, until now.

For the first single off their upcoming EP, the duo has teamed up with international producer Tanzer to blend their styles and create the dance track "Light Up The Skies."

But, the song is more than just about having fun, for the duo it has real meaning too.

"To me it's about losing my Dad and making the most of every moment after to make him proud," says Vaughan. "I told him he'd see me win a Grammy one day, and dammit I am still gonna make that happen!"

Davis adds "But, it's also about us taking the leap to start this musical journey together," says Davis. "It's even got a few hints of the fear you face when starting a new relationship - something for everyone."

Follow Jaymes and James on Twitter @JaymesV and @James_MNE.

(via press release)

AMAZING RACE contestants to 12 year old - "It Gets Better"

Amazing Race winners The Beekman Boys says they've received more than 8,000 letters of congratulations from various fans. One of them happened to be from a woman who says her son Colin is gay and bullied:

“I’m sure you guys are way too busy to read this, but I want you to know how inspirational you two are to my 12 year old son. He is gay and is dealing with bullying and harassment in middle school. It’s so hard to see him going through this, and sometimes the “It Gets Better” message is lost on a 12 year old who feels that middle school will never end…We cheered you on every Sunday night and agonized every time you had difficulties. My son was so incredibly thrilled when you two won last night (as was I!). Thank you for helping him see that not only DOES it get better, it gets AMAZING.” 

In response, Brent and Josh asked each of the teams on this year's show to send a message of support to Colin, and all of them did so.

Team Chippendales of Amazing Race - Jaymes Vaughan & James Davis

Interview with "silver medalists" Team Chippendales of THE AMAZING RACE

 

Join Candi & I as we chat with Team Chippendales - James Davis & Jaymes Vaughan of The Amazing Race.

We discuss winning, losing, the thrill of victory, the agony of defeat, what it's like to WATCH the race having run it.

Plus they share their plans to continue raising funds for Jaymes' father who is battling advanced stage  cancer.  To help Jaymes' dad, go to www.forgetcancernow.com  

 

Chippendales escort Mayor Carolyn Goodman to kick off holiday event

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Chippendales Sami Eskelin and James Davis escorted Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman at the pre-race festivities for The Great Santa Run - organized by Opportunity Village - at Town Square this past weekend!

Chippendales' James Davis is half of "Team Chippendales" on the CBS hit show THE AMAZING RACE. He and partner Jaymes Vaughan have made it to the final episode airing this Sunday evening. Don't miss it!

Chippendales: Holiday Workout Tips with James & Jaymes

How to stay in shape during the holidays? Chippendales Jaymes and James, currently on The Amazing Race, show us their quick tips to keep it all pulled together during the holidays.

Cute video.

And nice to look at.

Tonight on The Amazing Race "Russian Dancing + Sprained Ankle"

One member of Team Chippendales has a sprained ankle and the challenge requires athletic Russian dancing...

Run-roh.

Jaymes and James: Forget Cancer Now

From Jaymes Vaughan and James Davis of The Chippendales are raising funds for Vaughan's father who is in a tough battle with cancer:

My Dad always told me I could do anything I wanted. He encouraged me and made me feel like the world was mine to conquer.

Now he is battling one of the rarest forms of cancer in the world, and he needs help to conquer it.

Anything you can do to help me help him would be more than appreciated. No donation is too small.

Thank you for your continued love, prayers, and support. Bless Y'all...
- Jaymes Vaughan

Team Chippendales on CBS NY "The Couch"

Team Chippendales - James Davis & Jaymes Vaughan - dropped by THE COUCH to talk about the new Chippendales 2013 calendar, the challenges of shooting the new calendar in water, synchronized swimming and their experience on "The Amazing Race."

The Amazing Race: Team Chippendales try synchronized swimming

LOL... I don't know why I think this is funny.

Bless these guys for giving it a good try - synchronized swimming is clearly not in their wheelhouse.

BUT it does give the TV audience a good opportunity to see the guys with less clothes on.

Go Team Chippendales!

The Amazing Race airs Sunday at 8/7c on CBS.

Team Chippendales on RumorFix: Vanessa Macias DUI

Amazing Race season 20 star Vanessa Macias got busted for a DUI on Friday, and now some of her fellow Race stars are coming exclusively to RumorFix to give their two cents about the incident.

Team Chippendales, Jaymes Vaughan and James Davis, from the show’s 21st season, tell RumorFix that driving while intoxicated is straight up wrong, even if you are part of the Amazing Race family. They tell us, “Driving while intoxicated is wrong! There are a million ways to do it. Take a taxi cab, call a friend, sit down and take a nap! There is so little excuse to be behind the wheel while you’re drunk.”

Being positive thinkers, Vaughan and Davis think the fact someone from the Amazing Race family has been arrested could actually be used for good. The two hunks agree, “Vanessa’s arrest is actually a good opportunity to open people’s eyes a little bit, because a lot of time people think they can have a drink and drive. And Vanessa seems like the kind of girl that can turn stuff around and speak out [about driving under the influence] and say ‘Hey, I made a dumb mistake, don’t do the same thing, and this is why you shouldn’t.’ So, hopefully she does that.”

All that aside, Team Chippendales assures RumorFix that they sure as Hell won’t be cruising down the same road as the former Amazing Race contestant. Vaughn adds, “Do I want to be on the road while she is? Probably not … We ain’t racing around with Vanessa — Thank God we ain’t racin’ next to her while she be drivin’ and drinkin’!”

Jaymes and James can be seen nightly in Chippendales at the Rio All-Suite Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas.

(via RumorFix)

Jaymes & James - "Team Chippendales" on The Candi & Randy Show

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Chippendales is one of the most well-known brands in the world, and tonight we welcome two of today's most famous Chippendales - Jaymes Vaughan and James Davis.

Jaymes and James joins The Candi & Randy Show to talk about preparing for photo shoots for the iconic Chippendales calendar (2013 edition just released), their passion for creating music and the reasons why they agreed to race around the world on THE AMAZING RACE.

In addition to touring the world and now playing nightly to packed audiences at the Rio Casino & Hotel in Las Vegas with the Chippendales, Jaymes and James are both accomplished musicians.  Jaymes Vaughan's song "Vampire" became a viral sensation when released last year; and James Davis' band "My Name Engraved" is currently receiving multiple recording contract offers.

AND, as Jaymes and James are currently featured on the hit CBS TV show THE AMAZING RACE as "Team Chippendales," they are charming TV audiences with their humor, drive and good looks.

Join us as Jaymes and James share what it's like to balance their lives as Chippendales, musicians and the world getting to know them through THE AMAZING RACE.

Amazing Race: For Team Chippendales it's "family first"

In an extra clip shot standing in the streets of Bangladesh, Team Chippendales' James Davis talks about growing up without plumbing and electricity; Jaymes Vaughan shares that his father is battling cancer.

Watch this un-aired clip from the show, and you’ll start to see why these guys are so passionate about winning.

Jaymes Vaughan of Chippendales and Amazing Race on cover of Instinct Magazine

The October Issue of Instinct has always been a "vacation/travel" issue, with great gay destinations near and far  to explore—and the 2012 edition is certainly no exception. This year, Instinct managed to find a cover guy who is not just easy on the eyes, but also knows a thing or two about frequent flying. That’s because this month, The Amazing Race contestant Jaymes Vaughan is opening up his baggage and telling all to Instinct! 

Frequent Las Vegas visitors may recognize Jaymes from his hosting gig of the Chippendales show, but Instinct gets all up close and personal with this Southern boy in this month’s cover story, “The Incredible Journey.” Jaymes shares that though he may have literally been around the world and back for a reality show, it’s his journey of self-discovery that he’s most proud of. From a sheltered, religious upbringing to eventually setting up roots in, of all places, Sin City, this charmer is proving true beauty is, in fact, more than skin deep.

Read the whole article at Instinct Magazine.

And just in case you forgot, here's Jaymes's calendar shot from The Chippendales:

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The Amazing Race cast announced! Team Chippendales!

Everyone knows I'm a big fan of THE AMAZING RACE. Haven't missed an episode of any season. Love it.

So, of course, I'm excited to see the new season and meet the teams, which were announced today. And lo, and behold, my favorite team already - Team Chippendales!  Scruffy, hunky guys - what's not to like?

Chippendale friends Jaymes Vaughan (left) and James Davis (right).  Here's their video package.

Click pic for larger view

The new season premieres Sunday, September 30 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network

Go to CBS.com to meet the rest of the teams.

Here is the full list of teams:

Name: Natalie Anderson
Age: 26
Hometown: Edgewater, N.J.
Current occupation: Physical Therapy Student

Name: Nadiya Anderson
Age: 26
Hometown: Edgewater, N.J.
Current occupation: Project Coordinator at Bridge2Peace
Connection: Twin Sisters


+++++

Name: Josh Kilmer-Purcell
Age: 43
Hometown: Sharon Springs, N.Y.
Current occupation: Goat Farmer/Advertising Executive/Author

Name: Brent Ridge
Age: 38
Hometown: Sharon Springs, N.Y.
Current occupation: Chief Executive Officer of Beekman 1802
Connection: Goat Farmers/Life Partners

+++++

Name: Rob French
Age: 46
Hometown: Boston, Ga.
Current occupation: Professional Monster Truck Driver

Name: Kelley Carrington-French
Age: 50
Hometown: Boston, Ga.
Current occupation: Professional Monster Truck Driver

+++++

Name: Trey Wier
Age: 23
Hometown: Austin, Texas
Current occupation: Land Consultant/Former College Athlete

Name: Alexis “Lexi” Beerman
Age: 22
Hometown: Dripping Springs, Texas
Current occupation: Clothing Designer
Connection: Dating

+++++

Name: James LoMenzo
Age: 53
Hometown: Burbank, Calif.
Current occupation: Professional Musician/
Former Band Member of White Lion and Megadeth

Name: Mark “Abba” Abbattista
Age: 45
Hometown: Denver, Colo.
Current occupation: Entertainment Lawyer
Connection: Friends

+++++

Name: Abbie Ginsberg
Age: 31
Hometown: Encinitas, Calif.
Current occupation: Dance Instructor/Choreographer

Name: Ryan Danz
Age: 35
Hometown: San Diego, Calif.
Current occupation: Financial Service Company Owner
Connection: Dating Divorcees

+++++

Name: Jaymes Vaughan
Age: 30
Hometown: Las Vegas, Nev.
Current occupation: Chippendales MC

Name: James Davis
Age: 27
Hometown: Las Vegas, Nev.
Current occupation: Chippendales Dancer
Connection: Chippendales Dancers/Best Friends

+++++

Name: Rob Scheer
Age: 52
Hometown: Ketchikan, Alaska
Current occupation: Lumberjack and Entrepreneur

Name: Sheila Castle
Age: 44
Hometown: Pigeon Forge, Tenn.
Current occupation: Retail Manager
Connection: Engaged

+++++

Name: Caitlin King
Age: 24
Hometown: Atlanta, Ga.
Current occupation: Special Ed Teacher

Name: Brittany Fletcher
Age: 25
Hometown: Chicago, Ill.
Current occupation: Medical Device Sales
Connection: Best Friends

+++++

Name: Gary Wojnar
Age: 52
Hometown: Livonia, Mich.
Current occupation: Substitute Teacher

Name: Will Chiola
Age: 53
Hometown: Dearborn Heights, Mich.
Current occupation: Substitute Teacher
Connection: Best Friends/Substitute Teachers

+++++

Name: Amy Purdy
Age: 32
Hometown: Summit County, Colo.
Current occupation: Motivational Speaker/Snowboarder
(Amy is a double amputee)

Name: Daniel Gale
Age: 36
Hometown: Summit County, Colo.
Current occupation: Executive Director
Connection: Dating On and Off

Summer starts in Las Vegas - Chippendales at Lake Mead

Chippendales Jaymes Vaughan and James Davis at Lake Mead. 

Water looks fine folks, jump in...

Music video: "Vampire" - Jaymes Vaughan

Jaymes Vaughan, current lead singer and MC of the Chippendales in Las Vegas, released his first single "Vampire" and here's the music video.

Pretty impressive for a first release.

And of course, he's not bad to look at either.

:)