Please Hammer...don't hurt 'em.

Took some time out from watching all the Hurricane Katrina coverage last night to catch some of the MTV Video Music Awards. First thing I saw was MC Hammer sashaying across the stage, singing "Can't Touch This."

Rubbing my eyes, I wondered if it was 1989 all over again. Am I still in college? Hope I'm not late for freshman comp.

But no, it was just MTV going all retro for a bit. Most of what we saw left us feeling old. Too much hip-hop, not enough rock. I know it's for the kids but at least one of my favorite bands, Green Day, collected seven awards including Video of the Year.

VMAs Go Green Day's Way [E! Online]