Jesse James Heads to Spike TV

NEW YORK, October 9: Spike
TV has inked a two-year talent and production deal with Jesse James, a custom
bike and car builder, producer, publisher, television host and restaurateur.

Within the two-year deal,
James’ production company, Payupsucker Productions, will produce two specials
and two primetime pilots that will air per year. The deal also includes the
pilot Metal Church, a do-it-yourself
series showcasing James’ welding and fabricating talents. The first special is
slated to air in the second quarter of 2008.

Along with appearing in
the shows, James will also serve as an executive producer.

"We're proud to be
the exclusive cable home of Jesse James, whose authentic, straightforward
persona resonates perfectly with the Spike TV audience," said Sharon Levy,
the senior VP of development at Spike TV. "He embodies the brand with an
incredible energy that we are thrilled to have on our network."