Weekend Vid Picks: Happy New Year!

Here are some videos that will help you wash down that champagne, vacuum up that confetti, and ring in 2008.

Happy New Year, from NewTeeVee!

Chad Vader New Year’s Message

Chad Vader was a stand out star this year, getting written up in the New York Times and releasing a DVD. Let’s hope that 2008 treats the Lord of the Sith-cum-Day shift manager as well.

Jackie Mason Vlog 80 Jackie’s New Years Message

If you haven’t yet checked out Jackie Mason’s prolific work on YouTube, found on his channel TheUltimateJew, now is the time. His curmudgeonly kvetching is perfectly suited to the medium. Truly an entertainer for the ages, Mason has conquered the stage, radio, motion pictures, television, and now online video.

The Naked Cowboy via Justin.tv

Watch live video from nakedcowboy on Justin.tv

Can’t make it to Times Square to see the ball drop? See if you can catch a glimpse via Times Square’s favorite nudist troubadour. Who said lifecasting was a dumb idea?

Candidates’ New Year’s Resolutions

In case our politicos’ holiday videos didn’t make you cringe, here are the New Year’s resolutions from the Democratic candidates. Who wants to put money on whether Bill Richardson slims down? Huckabee lost 120 pounds and look at him go now!

Happy New Year - Abba

A Swedish tradition, the video has been played at midnight in many a Scandinavian home. Behold the enduring power of one of the world’s best-selling groups of all time. Mamma Mia!