The world according to Dan.

Since his death last week George Harrison’s “All Things Must Pass” CD has been soaring up the charts.

Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back with a loaded DVD

After weeks of speculation comes the official release of Kevin Smith’s newest entry, official confirmation has come in on the self-referential comedy Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back. Coming from Dimension Home Video later this winter.

Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back is a tale of adventure on the open road. The punchy Jay and his hetero life-mate, Silent Bob find new purpose when informed a movie is being made based on their likeness. They set out to get the “fat movie cash” they deserve and along the way, they learn the rules of the road, ride with a group of gorgeous jewel thieves and incur the wrath of a hapless wildlife marshal.

An anamorphic widescreen transfer and Dolby Digital 5.1 audio track will grace the DVD as will an audio commentary, extended and deleted footage, featurettes, music videos, television spots, theatrical trailers and an episode of Comedy Central’s promotional program Reel Comedy. Some DVD-ROM content will also be present on the disc. Coming on February 26th, the fifth installment of the Jersey “trilogy” will carry a suggested retail price of $29.99.

ET TU, TONI?

R&B songstress Toni Braxton give bith by Cesarean section to a baby boy Sunday in Atlanta. Denim Cole Braxton Lewis, yes that is really his name, weighed in at 5 pounds, 12 ounces and is the first child for Braxton and hubby Keri Lewis of the band Mint Condition.

THERE WILL BE BIG TROUBLE IN APRIL

Touchstone has rescheduled its new Barry Sonnenfeld directed film Big Trouble, starring Tim Allen and Janeane Garofalo, for April 5, 2002, after the comedy was postponed in the wake of September 11 because of a scene involving a bomb at an airport.

DON’T CHANGE THE CHANNEL

U2 is set to perform at halftime for the Super Bowl February 3 in New Orleans.

SAY MY NAME, I’M GOING SOLO

Destiny Child mastermind BeyoncÈ Knowles says the group “is gonna take a little break” to pursue solo projects. Knowles says she’s uncertain how long the band will be shelved.

Harrison’s family invites fans to take part in meditation

George Harrison’s family thanked fans for their affectionate tributes and invited them to take part Monday in a minute of meditation in tribute to the late Beatle.

“We are deeply touched by the outpouring of love and compassion from people around the world,” said a statement from the musician’s widow, Olivia, and son Dhani. “The profound beauty of the moment of George’s passing — of his awakening from this dream — was no surprise to those of us who knew how he longed to be with God. In that pursuit, he was relentless.” The statement was released late Saturday by family friend Gavin de Becker. Harrison died of cancer Thursday in Los Angeles. He was 58.

A family funeral has already been held, and no details were released. Harrison’s widow and son asked fans to join them for a tribute. “Olivia and Dhani invite you to join them in a minute of meditation in honour of George’s journey, wherever you are on Monday at 1:30 p.m. PST, (4:30 pm Eastern)” De Becker said. The intensely private and spiritual Harrison was known as the quiet Beatle.

The Tolkien family is reportedly divided over “The Lord Of The Rings” fiilms. Calm down, calm down! It will still open on December 19th!

The movie studios are all in hot pursuit of “Terminator 3.” All I can say is it better be better than “Godfather 3!”

Elton John says that his new album, which has flopped by the way, will be his last. C’mon Elton! I don’t wanna go out with you like that!