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David Cook Reveals Song Titles, Discusses Writing Process in New Idolatry Interview

Published on 02/08/2010 in American Idol and David Cook. 105 Comments Tags: .

Lots of NEW ALBUM scoop in this latest David Cook interview with Michael Slezak of Entertainment Weekly.

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David is hard at work on his next album and working with familiar names like Raine Maida and Chantal Kreviazuk, David Hodges and Brian Howes.  But, there are also new collaborators thrown into the mix, including, Max Martin, Claude Kelly, Tommy Hedrickson and Ryan Tedder.

A few songs titles David was willing to reveal:  “You and I” and “Tonight is On Your Side” were written over a few, at times, difficult days with David Hodges. Another song he’s excited about is “With Me Empty” written with is bandmates, Neil Tiemann and Andy Skib. “Boomerang” was written with  Brian Howes during a trip to Vancouver.

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David Cook – NYC Vlog – Song Sneak Peek!

Published on 02/03/2010 in American Idol and David Cook. 61 Comments Tags: .

David Cook vlogs from New York City where he’s been working on songs for his next album, due out later this year.  In this short but sweet video, David teases his fans preview of some new music. Hooray! Check it out, after the jump…

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David Cook’s ‘Billie Jean’ Used in Ice Champions’ Routine

Published on 01/25/2010 in American Idol and David Cook. 44 Comments Tags: .

Meryl Davis and Charlie White, the Gold Medal winning Ice Dance champions skated to David Cook’s “Billie Jean” at the final exhibition show of the US National Figure Skating Championships. The exhibition took place last night (Jan 24).

If the pair take a medal in Vancouver, it’s possible they will perform the same routine at the upcoming  Olympic skating exhibition. So, watch for that!

The routine starts at about the the 2 minute mark. I’m not a big ice skating fan, but these two are simply  mesmerizing. Wow.

thanx lady madonna.

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David Cook Single ‘Light On’ Now Certified Platinum

Published on 01/22/2010 in American Idol and David Cook. 87 Comments Tags: .

Congrats to Season 7 Idol winner, David Cook. His single, “Light On” was recently certified platinum by the RIAA.

The single hit the 1M sales mark back in September, making it eligible for certification.

“Light On” was the first single off of David’s platinum-selling album David Cook. It was co-written by Chris Cornell (Soundgarden, Audioslave) and Brian Howes.

The song debuted at #17 on the Hot 100 and #8 on the Hot Digital tracks chart when it was released in October, 2008.  It peaked at #4 on the Hot Adult Contemporary Tracks chart in February 2009.

“Light On” is David’s second platinum single. The first? His coronation single, “The Time Of My Life” or, as it’s affectionately known–Magic Rainbows! Ha.

David finished his marathon Declaration tour late last year, and is currently writing songs for a new record due later in 2010.

Kelly Clarkson, Daughtry and Carrie Underwood: Last Decade’s Top Idol Radio Spins

Published on 01/14/2010 in American Idol and Charts. 9 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , , , .

A press release from Mediabase reveals that 4 American Idol performers have achieved over 1 million US radio spins over the last decade (2002 – 2009)

Here is the Top 10:

1. KELLY CLARKSON Season 1 Winner 3,786,731
2. (CHRIS) DAUGHTRY Season 5 Finalist 2,012,389
3. CARRIE UNDERWOOD Season 4 Winner 1,675,041
4. JORDIN SPARKS Season 6 Winner 1,042,670
5. FANTASIA (BARRINO) Season 3 Winner 604,006
6. JOSH GRACIN Season 2 Finalist 479,204
7. DAVID COOK Season 7 Winner 464,435
8. RUBEN STUDDARD Season 2 Winner 346,366
9. ELLIOTT YAMIN Season 5 Finalist 340,339
10. JENNIFER HUDSON Season 3 Finalist 296,150

According to the release, acts from “American Idol” have received airplay at every major radio format from Top 40 to Urban, Country, Adult Contemporary and Rock radio formats.

Look at Season 2 Idol, Josh Gracin on the chart at 6. His self-titled debut in 2004 produced 3 Top 5 country hits. Unfortunately, his label, Lyric Street, dropped him when his sophomore album “We Weren’t Crazy” underperformed.

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David Cook – Extreme Makeover: Home Edition – VIDEO

Published on 01/10/2010 in American Idol and David Cook. 44 Comments Tags: .

David Cook rolled up his sleeves to help Ty Pennington and the team build a house for the Cowan family in this week’s episode of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition.

The connection here was 12 year old Kori, who, despite having a debilitating blood disorder, still finds time to raise money for the fight against cancer. Many of you know that David’s 37 year old brother, Adam, died of brain tumor in May ‘09.

David choked up a couple of times as he talks about how close the cause is to his heart.

Well, it’s Extreme Makeover! Tears all around as the family gets their brand new house, free of mold, bacteria and dust. The mold in the old house was severely affecting Kori’s already compromised immune system.

After the show aired Sunday night, David tweeted, “Thanks to everyone for watching EM:HE tonight. I was honored to be a part and the Cowan-Browns deserve all that and more. irokfoundation.com”

After the jump, check out excerpts from tonight’s show.

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Twitter Updates: David Archuleta, Jason Castro, David Cook, Scott MacIntyre, Adam Lambert

Published on 01/10/2010 in American Idol, David Archuleta, David Cook, Jason Castro, Kellie Pickler and Scott MacIntyre. 65 Comments Tags: , , , , .

Hooray for twitter, right? Got some Idol news, just for you, via Twitter….

UPDATE: Adam Lambert band memeber, Longineu Parsons (@longinue), reports the band will perform two songs on Oprah. The taping is set for this Wednesday, January 13. Adam’s segment will air on Oprah, Tuesday January 19.

David Archuleta (@davidarchie) is on his way to Central America to do some work for charity:

“Hey guys, tomorrow I’m heading out to Central America for the week for some charity work, and don’t know how my phone service will be while I’m there. I’ll try to keep you posted and will get a blog up in a couple of days! Sorry that I haven’t made one in a while, but I’m stoked! I should have someway of tweeting you guys still, don’t worry lol. If not I’ll find a way! Even though I’m not all too interesting lol.”

Jason Castro (@jasoncastro) is back from his his honeymoon. He married girlfriend Mandy Mayhall on January 2:

“gettin ready to head back to the real world… the bahamas have been great! we have much catching up to do. hollerrrr! :) :) :) ”

Jason heads out on tour with Matt Hines beginning January 20th in Jacksonville, FL. His debut self-titled album drops early this year. The Love Uncompromised EP drops Tuesday, January 12.

David Cook (@thedavidcook) is back from a week of songwriting with producer/songwriter Brian Howes in Vancouver, British Columbia:

“Finishing up here in Vancouver. Great week, but ready to get back to the states! Eerie: came in on same gate and grabbed luggage from same turnstyle as in Come Back To Me vid!”

Eerie indeed! David’s next album will be released later this year. His episode of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition airs tonight on ABC at 8/7c pm. Check out a preview HERE.

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David Cook: Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Preview

Published on 01/10/2010 in American Idol and David Cook. 79 Comments Tags: .

Check out this preview of tonight’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, featuring David Cook.

David assists Ty Pennington and the crew to build a new house for the Cowan family. In the preview, you meet their daughter Kori, who suffers from a congenital blood disorder. Mold in the house exacerbates her symptoms, which includes polyps in her sinuses. She raises money for cancer research on behalf of a friend who has cancer.

David’s section of the preview begins at about the 3:23 mark. David’s “Heroes” plays in the background as he describes his involvement in the project to build a new house for the family. David and Kori run an auction to sell bracelets to fund cancer research. Plus David and the crew play soccer, with amusing results.

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Extreme Makeover: Home Edition airs tonight on ABC at 8/7c pm.

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David Cook Writing Songs Plus Extreme Makeover: Home Edition

Published on 01/07/2010 in American Idol and David Cook. 131 Comments Tags: .

UPDATE: David continues to promote “Home Edition” and his next album. More radio interviews today.

Mix 101.9 Chicago:

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On this Sunday’s episode of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, David Cook helps build a house for the Cowan family, factory workers whose youngest child, 12-year-old Kori, suffers from a congenital blood disease.

David tells Zap2it.com that he was really impressed by young Kori, who finds time to help others as she deals with her own issues.   David calls the experience “awe inspiring” and appreciates host Ty Pennington’s “real chill SoCal vibe”.   David also managed to learn a few drywall skills!

Over the past couple of days, David has been in British Columbia writing with Brian Howes, the producer/songwriter who co-wrote “Light On” with Chris Cornell.   David tweeted that he and Howes finished up 2 songs.   “Cue celebratory fist pump,” David crowed afterward.

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Idol Appearances for the Week of 1/4/09 through 1/10/09

Published on 01/04/2010 in American Idol. 26 Comments Tags: , , , , , .

Idol appearances for the coming week–if I’m missing something, let me know and I’ll add it to the list.

Katharine McPhee’s new album, Broken, is dropping on Tuesday, and she’ll be appearing on The Tonight Show, Live With Regis and Kelly and The Today Show to promote it.

Plus, David Cook’s episode of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition will air on ABC this Sunday…

For more information, and Idol Tour News, check out the Appearances page HERE.

Oh, and don’t forget! You can continue to relive American Idol, Season 8 on the Fox Reality Channel.   Check out the schedule HERE.

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David Cook Rings in the New Year at Pechanga Resort and Casino – VIDEOS

Published on 01/01/2010 in American Idol and David Cook. 88 Comments Tags: .

David Cook performs “Auld Lang Sine” at the Pechanga Resort and Casino last night in front of a very festive New Years Eve Crowd.

After the Jump, check out the mashup of “Heroes” with Oasis’ “Champagne Supernova”. Plus David rings in the New Year!

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David Cook: New Songs Will Have a Little More “Spit and Vinegar”

Published on 12/31/2009 in American Idol and David Cook. 119 Comments Tags: .

In this video with the folks at Pechanga Resort and Casino,  David Cook reminisces about the tour he just completed, his New Years resolutions, and a look ahead to 2010.

With his Idol win behind him, David considers the next album “make or break” for his career, leaving him both excited and nervous.

As far as the songs David is currently writing for his next album, he says to expect tunes that are a little more uptempo and musically urgent with lyrics that are tongue in cheek–with a little more “spit and vinegar.” The band hasn’t nailed down a producer yet.

David performed at the San Diego casino last night, and is set to ring in the New Year at Pechanga tonight. His set starts at 10:30.

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Idol Bits and Pieces 12/30/09: Constantine Maroulis, Ellen Degeneres, Carrie Underwood and Bucky Covington

Published on 12/30/2009 in American Idol, Bucky Covington, Carrie Underwood, Constantine Maroulis and Ellen DeGeneres. 11 Comments Tags: , , , , .

Fox411 reports that the reason Constantine Maroulis has been seen canoodling around NYC with reality “star” and “heiress” Tinsley Mortimer, is due to the contract he signed to be Tinsley’s boyfriend for the duration of her next reality project, “Empire State” for the CW set to debut in 2010. That’s right, for the time being, Constantine is getting paid to be her fake boyfriend. I think there’s another word for that? Heh. FOX reports that while Constantine couldn’t be happier, his peeps are less than enthused. via FOX.

Idol judge, Ellen DeGeneres and Project Runway’s Tim Gunn have been named Peta’s Woman and Man of the year. “Tim Gunn and Ellen DeGeneres show us that one person really can make a difference in the world by rejecting cruel deeds in favor of compassionate acts,” says PETA President Ingrid E. Newkirk. Both honorees made “an exceptional effort to place animal rights issues before a large audience.” via US.

In other PETA News, Carrie Underwood–along with Tyra Banks, Oprah Winfrey, and First Lady Michelle Obama–is featured in an anti-fur banner for the animal rights organization that will be placed at Metro stops in the Washington, DC area. The banners were unveiled today. via PETA.

And, in other Carrie Underwood news, her new fiance, Mike Fisher lost his bid to be on the Canadian Olympic hockey team. Sads. Oh well, that’s more time to plan a wedding! Although I’ll bet Carrie would have looked cool rinkside in Vancouver next year… via US

Bucky Covington presented a check for $25,000 to the Tennessee chapter of the Arthritis Foundation prior to his December 29 concert at the Hard Rock Cafe in Nashville. The funds came from his winnings from his appearance on Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader earlier this year. Bucky is set to play a New Years show at the Benton Convention Center in Winston-Salem NC tomorrow night.

Congrats to David Cook’s Team for a Cure: They raised $30,000 for the Washington DC Race for Hope. Proceeds go to help fund the fight against brain cancer–a charity close to David’s heart as he lost his brother Adam to the deadly disease earlier this year. via braintumorcommunity.org via Zap2it.

The Idols Busy New Years Lineup

Published on 12/29/2009 in American Idol. 46 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , , .

The Idols are keeping busy over the New Years holiday, with various TV appearances and live appearances.

On New Years Eve, Adam Lambert will perform a 40 minute set at the New Year at the Gridlock party, at the Paramount lot in LA.   Kris Allen and Allison Iraheta perform on FOX’s   Billboard’s New Years Eve Live show in Las Vegas, and in New York City, Daughtry rings in the new year, performing 4 songs in Times Square.

Plus, David Archuleta performs at the Sun Halftime Bowl, and Matt Giraud sings the National Anthem and performs two songs–”Let’s Get it On” and a tune from the movie Top Gun–at halftime at the Oklahoma City Thunder basketball game.

David Cook performs at the Penchanga resort in San Diego and it’s New Year’s Howlin Eve with   Bucky Covington in Winston-Salem, NC.

On New Year’s Day, Jason Castro rides in the FOX 4 float in the Comerica New Years Day parade.

For more information, check out the Idol’s full schedule for the next few days, after the JUMP…

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Idol Bits And Pieces: Kris Allen, Carrie Underwood, Susan Boyle, David Cook and Bday Boy David Archuleta

Published on 12/28/2009 in Allison Iraheta, American Idol, Carrie Underwood, David Archuleta and David Cook. 71 Comments Tags: , , , , , .

Kris Allen is set to perform on December 30th at B.B. Kings Blues club at the Mirage in Las Vegas. The next night he’s scheduled to appear with Allison Iraheta on the FOX network’s Billboard New Years Eve Live special, where he’s set to sing a couple of tunes. More info on the BB King’s gig HERE.

David Archuleta turns 19 today and amidst the massive birthday wishes, he tweeted a photo of his ice cream cake. Coldstone Creamery. YUM!   David was also an answer to a Jeopardy question today. Coincidence? Hm.

Speaking of David, Archie’s pal, David Cook held a twitter party for his fans today while he waited to board a plane. On the “vibe” of the new songs he’s writing for his next album, David says, “So far, lyrically, it’s all a bit more tongue-in-cheek. more urgent musically.” David is set to perform at the Pechanga Resort and Casino, Temecula, CA. on December 30 and 31. More info HERE.

Carrie Underwood tells her fan club about her best gift from Santa: “I think you all know what Santa left under the tree for me this year…a fiance! Woo hoo!” Speaking of her recent engagement to Hockey player Mike Fisher, she’s happy her cute little rat terrier, Ace “is finally going to have a dad! We all couldn’t be happier!!!” Aw. Read more about Carrie’s Christmas at US magazine.

Scary Stuff: Susan Boyle spotted two trespassers lurking around her property in Scotland as she was looking out her window. The men fled as soon as they saw her. Meanwhile, Susan has already sold almost 3 million copies of her debut album, I Dreamed a Dream. By the end of this week, it should be the top selling CD of 2009. More at the New York Daily News.