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New Idol performances will be introduced to the iTunes collection in a few days. Before that happens, I thought we could take a look at the Top 10 performances as they stand today. Brooke White is at the Top of the list, with David Archuleta right behind her at #2 and #3. David Cook holds 3 spots in the Top 10. Carly Smithson rounds out the list at #8 and #9.
Bonus: Notice Katharine McPhee’s “Over It” in the mix. A nice bounce from her appearance last week.
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Here’s Katharine McPhee and Elliott Yamin’s duet from Randy Jackson’s upcoming album “Randy Jackson’s Music Club, Vol. 1,” dropping March 11.
It’s called “Real Love” Listen here! I like it…
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It happened today (Saturday) in Beverly Hills, CA. From People Magazine:
Singer-actress Katharine McPhee married producer Nick Cokas on Saturday in Beverly Hills, her rep Justin Gray Stone confirms exclusively to PEOPLE.
The 23-year-old American Idol season five runner-up and Cokas, 42, exchanged vows in a late afternoon ceremony at Beverly Hills Presbyterian Church.
“(Nick) is the love of my life,” McPhee gushed to PEOPLE. “This is a once in a lifetime occasion and everything is just perfect.”
McPhee wore a strapless ivory Manuel Mota gown and Neil Lane jewels (diamond and platinum chandelier earrings and diamond and platinum bracelets), while Cokas wore an Armani tuxedo. Fellow season five Idol contestants Kellie Pickler and Mandisa were among the 305 guests on hand for the nuptials.
People promises exclusive photos and coverage in their magazine next week. Do you think they ponied up the $60,000 for the privilege? Ha. Congratulations to Kat and Nick.
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The lengthy (and really informative–worth the read) USA Today article that leads today’s headlines thread featured a short list of tweaks to look out for in Season 7’s competition:
And from today’s Daily News Rush and Molloy column. BMG execs offer more insight to why Taylor Hicks, Katharine McPhee and Ruben Studdard were dropped from their labels:
Continue reading ‘Idol Odds and Ends’
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Idols are dropping left and right here! Now, it’s Katharine McPhee, according to the EW Hollywood Insider, who has lost her record contract–
Another Idol label deal bites the dust. Hollywood Insider has learned that Katharine McPhee is the latest former contestant to part ways with her record company. Like season 2 winner Ruben Studdard and season 5 champ Taylor Hicks, who were signed to J and Arista Records, respectively, a rep for RCA Records confirms that McPhee is no longer on the label’s roster, adding that, “Katharine is going to record her next album on her own.” McPhee’s self-titled debut charted at a promising No. 2 in February 2007, but it never reached gold status. Sources close to McPhee complain the label didn’t support the album — but Idol Phatigue seems to have conquered McPheever. Still, she shouldn’t lose all hope: The singer, who is managed by Guy Oseary, makes her first feature-film appearance (opposite Anna Faris) in I Know What Boys Like later this year, and we hear she’s already in talks with another label.
Just to make sure, EW double-checked–Clay Aiken and Fantasia are still on their record label’s rosters.
I can’t say I’m surprised. Rumors about Katharine and Taylor had been swirling for months. It’s tough times for the record industry, and it appears that Sony/BMG is cleaning house…
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Katharine McPhee performed for the first family on this year’s Christmas in Washington. Here, she sings a medley with Ne-Yo and Vanessa Hudgens. The prez seems to be enjoying himself. Heh.
Katharine sings “Oh Come All Ye Faithful”.
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Here’s the last Idol Billboard Update for 2007!
Highlights:
from 24-26. But sales increase by 17%. Sales are 62K for a total of 286K. I predict this one will sell slow and steady. Carrie Underwood’s “Carnival Ride” drops 7-9, but has a 29% increase. Sales are 137K for a total of 1.41M. “Some Hearts” bumps up a notch from 60-59, and has a 35% increase. Chris Daughtry’s “Daughtry” moves up the chart from 32-28 and has a 39% increase. Sales are 60K for a total of 3.47M. Blake Lewis, on the other hand, has a typical 2nd week drop that was perhaps softened by Christmas sales. “Audio Day Dream” dropped from 10-32 on the charts with a -41% sales decrease this week. Sales are 57,900 for a total of 155,591. Kellie Pickler’s “Small Town Girl” hangs on this week at #200.Related Posts
Don’t Miss…
Sunday 11/18 - The American Music Awards are broadcast on ABC. 8/7 pm. Daughtry, Carrie Underwood and Fantasia are nominated for Awards. Kellie Pickler, Ryan Seacrest and Jordin Sparks will be presenting. Daughtry is slated to perform.
Monday 11/19 - Jordin Sparks appears on MTV’s Total Request Live. 3:30 et/pt.
Tuesday 11/20 - Jordin Sparks appears on the ABC Good Morning America Fall Concert Series.
Wednesday 11/21 - Jordin Sparks appears on Live with Regis and Kelly.
Thursday 11/22 - Jordin Sparks appears in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in NYC, broadcast on NBC at 9 am ET. Kelly Clarkson performs live during the Dallas Cowboys Thanksgiving Day Halftime Show. Chris Sligh sings the National Anthem before the Predators/Red Wings game in Nashville, TN. 7 pm ct.
Saturday 11/24 - George Huff and Mandisa are featured in the Gospel Music Channel special, Christmas at Union Station. 9 pm. Check the schedule for repeats.
Idols on Tour
Phil Stacey sings “God Bless America” as a part of the military appreciation game during the Jaguars/Chargers football game in Jacksonville, FL. Katharine McPhee appears in the Mother Goose Parade in San Diego, CA. 12 pm pre-show, 12:30 parade begins. 11/18
Ruben Studdard appears in the stage play “Heaven I Need a Hug” at the Peoria, IL Civic Center, Peoria IL. Jordin Sparks appears at the Glendale Glitters Spectacular in Glendale, AZ. 5:30 pm. 11/23
More Concert Dates After the Jump
Continue reading ‘Idol Appearances for the Week 11/18/07 - 11/24/07′
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Katharine McPhee is not only making movies, modeling for magazines, and planning a wedding, she’s apparently planning her next album.
She attended the Neil Sedaka, 50 Years of Hits benefit for the Elton John Aids foundation in New York City Friday Night. David Foster, producer of Michael Buble, Josh Groban and Celine Dion, who took a liking to Kat when he mentored the AI Season 5 kids for a week, told the Lincoln Center audience that he would be producing her next record.
Katharine sent out a bulletin to her My Space friends that said in part:
This next year is going to be amazing musically and I look forward to sharing with you all very soon.
I guess that whole “rhythmic pop” thang Kat claimed was her style is no more. No more “Open Toes”? Guess not!
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Things have been very quiet in American Idol land. The contestants are on tour, but as Ken Barnes from the USA Today Idol Chatter blog has noted, the buzz on this years contestants has been nearly non-existent.
Last year at this time, you blog peeps were chattering about Taylor Hicks, Katharine McPhee, Chris Daughtry and Kellie Pickler–all had announced record deals with Sony/BMG by this time last summer.
Between Katharine McPhee’s admission she was an active bulimic prior to her Idol audition, and her 3 week absence from the beginning of the tour due to throat problems–this blog at least–was never at a loss for subjects to discuss.
And of course, there was the Unofficial Taylor Hicks Travelling Shadow tour, featuring his old band Little Memphis Blues Orchestra and any of the other Idols who wanted to join in on the fun… It took place in clubs in key cities after the Pop Tarts cheese-fest wrapped up for the night.
This year, so far, no signings have been announced. All the Idols have shown up for the tour, and outside of reports of Blake Lewis being mean to old ladies, (not this one though, heh) this year’s gang is gossip-free.
Not longing for the good old days exactly, but I would like SOMETHING to happen. News about Jordin and Blake’s contracts with 19 would be nice for starters…
In the meantime, here are some interesting articles from Entertainment Weekly. About former Idols, of course.
EW rates the Idols and muses on their post-Idol careers. Also, I have a little news about Bo Bice. Good stuff. After the jump…
Continue reading ‘EW Rates the Idols and other ramblings’
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The Season 6 Top 10 begin the big Pop Tart tour in Fort Lauderdale, FL on July 6. At this very moment, they are in Los Angeles rehearsing for the tour. Here’s an update on how they’ve been keeping busy in the weeks since the finale. Part 1 starts with the Top 5 (after the jump).
Jordin Sparks - Jordin did the typical Idol media rounds after the finale, but since then, all has been quiet on the Jordin front, including any news about her record deal. Last season, Taylor Hicks’ signing with J Records was announced within a week of the finale, before the end of May. Rumor has it her parents are managing her, but that is, strictly a rumor at this point. She performed at the Walmart shareholders meeting on June 1. She recently sang the National Anthem before Game 2 of the NBA finals. She, Blake Lewis and Melinda Doolittle will be featured in NBC’s 4th of July special airing on the evening of the 4th. There are rumors that she’ll perform the National Anthem when the Super Bowl heads to Arizona in January 08. Want to know more about Jordin and her family? Here’s an illuminating article from the conservative christian website Worldnet.
Blake Lewis - No news of record signings for Blake either (Katharine McPhee’s deal was announced on June 7 last year). However, in this radio interview with KISS 106 in Seattle, Blake says that he will be managed by Simon Fuller and the peeps at 19 Management. Blake also did the typical media rounds. His most recent TV appearance was The View. (Jordin Sparks appeared on the same day in an earlier segment). He also took a little R&R in Las Vegas, where he unfortunately caught the attention the gossip columnists. Blake has been chosen by People magazine as one of the Hottest Bachelors 2007. The issue is on newsstands now. Of course, for all things Blake, check out Team Plaid.
Melinda Doolittle - Since leaving the competition in third place, Melinda sang the National Anthem for Game 5 of the NBA playoffs and did a press tour in NYC that included seeing Fantasia in “The Color Purple” with Jordin Sparks. Whether she’s picked up by 19R/M remains to be seen.
Lakisha Jones - Lakisha finally got her homecoming after the Idol finale wrapped up at the end of May. She was celebrated in both Houston, Texas where she lived for 6 years and her hometown in Michigan. You can read all about it at Mlive.com’s Idol Chatter Blog. Some of the festivities included an official Lakisha Jones Day in the State of Michigan on June 11, a performance at the State Capitol in Lansing, a rally in Flint, Michigan and a homecoming performance at the church she attended in Houston.
Chris Richardson - Did you know that although Chris and Phil Stacey were eliminated together during what was technically the Top 5, Chris was the contestant who officially came in 5th, while Phil came in 6th. That’s according to this interview with Larry King. Besides hanging out (and annoying little old ladies, presumably) in Las Vegas with Blake Lewis, Chris was also seen recently at the Elliott Yamin concert at the Roxy in LA along with Blake Lewis, Ace Young and Constantine Maroulis. He appeared with Ace, Paris Bennett, Lisa Tucker, Kevin Covais, Sabrina Sloan, Kimberly Caldwell and Will Makar at Summerfest 2007 on June 2 in Brea, CA. Check out his performances on You Tube here, here and with the entire Idol gang here.
Part 2 coming soon!
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Here it is. YOUR giant Idols Billboard Update!
The Highlights:
For more chart news, check out Donna Reynolds Chart Watch on foxesonidol.com.
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This week’s AWESOME American Idol Billboard Update.
The Highlights:
For more chart news, check out Donna Reynolds’ Chart Watch at foxesonidols.com.
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In Wednesday’s recap of the Top 8 results show, I wondered why a pre-recorded performance of Akon singing his hit “Don’t Matter” was inexplicably part of the show. me: except Ryan did mention it right before Akon’s appearance. Bad me, I missed it FFing through the boring Farmers Market segment. Ryan says the top 50 is culled from all the Billboard charts. Thanks Sarah.
Here is the reason. Akon’s performance is part of a new americanidol.com website feature called The Hit List. Fans who visit the site can vote for 5 favorite songs from a list of 50 songs posted on the site. The votes are tallied, and announced on the show.
Each week, an artist on the list will perform a song on the show. Some of the artists you can vote for: John Mayer, Justin Timberlake, Beyonce, Katharine McPhee, Carrie Underwood, Chris Daughtry and Pink.
I believe Robin Thicke is slated for one of the upcoming shows. He recorded a performance the same night as Akon.
Also, while poking around the official American Idol website, I found this. A partial list of Idol Alums who will participate in this summer’s brand-new Idol Camp has been announced. Spending part of the summer in the beautiful Massachusetts Berkshires will be, Bucky Covington, Carmen Rasmusen, Vonzell Solomon, Kimberley Locke and Jon Peter Lewis.
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Straight from Chicago–this week’s groovy American Idol Billboard Update:
Highlights:
For more chart news, check out Donna Reynolds Chart Watch at FoxesonIdol.com.
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Jeanette Walls, gossip columnist for MSNBC cites a Star Magazine report that quotes an insider who says, “Most of these rifts [between Simon and Ryan] have been outlined.” Producer Nigel Lythgoe responds, telling TMZ Nuh uh. Hmm, what do you think? Cynical me says that much of the on-camera banter is scripted or at least outlined ahead of time.
Here’s a clip of Paula Abdul on David Letterman last week. She says Simon has a Teeny Weeny. Eep!
Katharine McPhee is on the cover of this months issue of Self Magazine. She was recently in New York City hosting VH1 and Self Magazine’s ”Hollywood’s Tightest Bodies” party. Check out pictures of Katharine wearing a midnight blue dress. Kicky!
Clay Aiken’s summer tour kicks off in Dallas on July 7. For more information, check out Idol Appearances, where you’ll find information on all the Idol’s upcoming appearances.
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Taylor Hicks’ 22 lb weight loss is featured in this week’s People Magazine. Check out the before and after photos here. I’m sure playing for 90 minutes to capacity crowds every night on his current 54 city tour is helping Taylor stay trim. That, and his every-other-day jog. Says Taylor, “I just take off running, with a hat on…I’ve walked through a thousand fans and nobody notices.”
I’ll be checking out Taylor’s tour for myself in a few weeks. The critics have been impressed, and I have no doubt that I will be too.
Last year’s runner up Katharine McPhee is also promoting a new release. On March 23 the video for her single “Over It” will be featured on more than 5,000 screens in movie theaters across the country.
GAC TV reports that Kellie Pickler shot the video for her latest single “I Wonder” at the famed Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN. Says Kellie, “It’s where all my favorite artists performed. It’s almost like closure for me. At the end of the song it talks about ‘your little girl is off to Tennessee.’ What better place to wrap it up but here at the Ryman Auditorium, where all my dreams are coming true.”
Jennifer Hudson has recorded what she calls a “very hot” duet with R&B artist Ne-Yo for her upcoming debut album.
Anthony Fedorov will tour US Air Forces bases in Europe this April promoting the kick-off of the annual USAFE Services Extreme Summer program. The tour will take him to Germany, England and Spain.
Last but not least! Don’t forget, Elliott Yamin’s debut album drops tomorrow. You can listen to the full CD at AOL. Listen here. I am…
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This Just In: Carrie Underwood will perform on the March 8 results show…
Don’t forget! The Academy Awards are tonight at 8 PM on ABC. Our girl, Jennifer Hudson is nominated for Best Supporting Actress and is the favorite to win. Jennifer and the other “Dreamgirls” will be performing a song from the film. Beyonce who?
Also, it’s been reported that the Academy has changed things up a bit this year. Traditionally the best Supporting Actor and Actress awards were presented in the first half-hour of the show. This year, all of the acting awards will be presented later in the evening.
Additionally, Jennifer sat down for an interview with Barbara Walters. Walter’s Oscar special will be broadcast at 7 pm, right before the Oscar telecast on ABC.
UPDATE:
Check out the Idol Appearances page. I’m doing my best to keep it accurate and complete. You can help. If you know of an Idol appearance or tour not listed, email the info to mjsbigblog@gmail.com. Thanks.
You can finally download Elliott Yamin’s digital tune “Movin’ On” from iTunes. Just click here. According to Elliott’s My Space, his debut album will be available at Target with 2 extra bonus tracks. Elliott is also set to tape performances for Rehearsals.com and the AT&T Blueroom. His first single “Wait for You” will be released to radio soon. Elliott’s album drops March 20.
Katharine McPhee debuted her video for her single “Over It” on TRL. You can check it out here. A few weeks before her album dropped she changed management–from John Baruck of azoffmanagement to Guy Oseary. No word on why she switched horses midstream…
Listen to Ace Young perform a few acoustic tunes at Billboard Underground.
Bo Bice is re-emerging after spending a few months recovering from surgery. He’s setting up a tour, performing acoustic versions of some new music he’s written recently. You can check out some videos from a recent Nashville gig at Bonafide Bice.
Mandisa guests on tobymac’s latest release ”Portable Sounds”. She and Kirk Franklin add vocals to the last track on the CD “Lose My Soul.”
Kelly Clarkson recently filmed an episode of CMT Crossroads with Reba McEntire at the Ryman auditorium in Nashville. The show will premiere in late 2007, coinciding with the release of McEntire’s upcoming duet’s CD, which includes a track with Kelly.
American Idol vocal coach Debra Byrd has a DVD called “Vocal Help Now” due March 5. Kelly Clarkson, Kimberly Caldwell and Anthony Fedorov appear on the video.
Reported earlier but it doesn’t hurt to repeat: Kellie Pickler will appear on this Thursday’s results show to sing her new single “I Wonder”. A list of upcoming guest stars was announced on last Thursday’s results show, they include, Jennifer Lopez, Gwen Stefani, Jon Bon Jovi, Martina McBride, Diana Ross, Barry Gibb and Lulu and Peter Noone. Lulu and Peter Noone’s appearance ties into that week’s ”British Invasion” theme.
And, more on the whys and wherefores of the Chris Daughtry penned “Home” being chosen as this year’s boot song. It just makes sense financially to keep it all in the family, doncha think?
In the Powers That Be Department: Nigel Lythgoe and Ken Warwick have been asked to oversee the 2007 Emmy telecast. The show will air September 16 on FOX.
Finally, American Extra will be back for a second season on Fox Reality. It premiers on Thursday March 15 at 6:30 pm ET with an encore performance at 10:30 pm ET. The show has a new host this year, JD Roberto who previously hosted the reality shows “Outback Jack” and “Shop ‘Til You Drop.” Mikalah Gordon and Matt Rogers return to conduct behind the scenes interviews.
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Check out this week’s Idol Billboard Chart. Just for you. I couldn’t find any Soundscan numbers this week. But, Ken Barnes from USA Today’s Idol Chatter blog posted some rounded-off sales numbers:
