Idol Headlines for 1/8/08
Carrie Underwood announces new tour; Josh Turner opens
Touring with Keith Urban apparently did not satisfy Carrie Underwood’s touring jones because she now is launching a separate tour in February as well with Josh Turner as the opening act. The tour will consist of more than 30 shows and hit the road in February in the northeast as the “Carnival Ride Tour.”
Underwood will also co-headline dates with Urban on the “Love, Pain & the whole crazy Carnival Ride Tour,” starting Jan. 31.
Judge Gives Ex-American Idol Contestant Sierra Rehab
The Hillsborough County courthouse hosted its own version of a reality program this morning, complete with a gruff judge, big-name lawyers, a dramatically tearful would-be starlet and a celebrity doctor.
At the end of the half-hour hearing, Circuit Judge Daniel Perry agreed to send former “American Idol” finalist Jessica Sierra to a yearlong stint at an in-house drug treatment facility in California, followed by three years of probation. He was not quiet about his reservations, however.
“I don’t want this to be some sort of stepping stone for her to have some sort of a career as a recovering addict,” Perry said. “I don’t want her giving interviews. I don’t want her on TV. I don’t want anybody glamorizing the fact that she’s a drug addict. I’m over that.”
Ain’t Misbehavin’ Tour, with “American Idol” Stars Studdard and Davis, Will Begin in November
A spokesperson for Big League confirmed to Playbill.com Jan. 7 that “American Idol” winner Ruben Studdard and former “American Idol” contestant and Rent star Frenchie Davis will head the cast of the tour, which will kick off Nov. 14, 2008, and continue through mid-May 2009. Among the many cities the tour will play are Boston, MA; Los Angeles, CA; Wilmington, DE; Birmingham, AL; Salt Lake City, UT; Pueblo, CO; Erie, PA; and Hays, KS.
Additional casting and cities will be announced at a later date.
More Headlines After the Jump…
McEntire, Clarkson Sharing Band On Tour
Reba McEntire and Kelly Clarkson’s upcoming “2 Worlds 2 Voices Tour” will find the pair joining forces to share one band, one stage and plenty of hits.
The 15-city tour, which will include stops in Louisville, Indianapolis, Norfolk, Va., and Winston-Salem, N.C., will kick off Jan. 17 in Dayton at Nutter Center and wrap Feb. 16 at Kansas City’s new Sprint Center.
McEntire tells Billboard that the tour, and Clarkson’s appearance on her recent “Reba Duets” album, is the result of a successful CMT “Crossroads” collaboration. “We had such a good time together,” she says. “Kelly and I were disappointed because it was over so fast.”
Clay Aiken’s Golf Tournment, Part 2: It’s the Clay and Wayne Show!
Former US Open and British Open golfer Wayne Player, son of legend Gary Player, may not have had the career his dad did. But during this morning’s golf clinic at Mirasol’s “Golfing For Inclusion,” he’s proven to not only have a heck of a swing, but to be an energetic, theatrical teacher that might make him the Professor Harold Hill of golf (“He’s the golfing man, and he gives golfing lessons to the swells in town!”)
For about 30 minutes, Wayne gave some pointers on golf, some ruminations on growing up in the light of his father, and made Clay Aiken his second banana. He also demonstrated how to properly aim a swing by not knocking off the head of our good friend and Clay fan Pam Bassett, who he had stand nervously behind him as he swung.
Part 2 – Palm Beach Post Part 3 – Palm Beach Post Part 4 – Palm Beach Post
‘American Idol’ Alum Jessica Sierra Sentenced To One Year In Rehab For Club Altercation
Pinsky said that Sierra had already completed her portion of the “Rehab” show before the December arrest, and he described her as a “courageous” patient, who had been “on the street” doing drugs before she sought treatment. He also said the singer, who is pregnant with her first child by a man she has only described as “a rapper,” made some “very poor choices” during her drug-using phase, including a video the paper said he described as “symptomatic of her addiction.” Pinsky and Sierra reportedly discuss the video à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’ which TMZ has reported is a sex tape à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’ on the show.
Single reviews – Daughtry – Home (Sony BMG)
IT doesnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t happen too often that an American Idol reject gets heard of over on this side of the Atlantic – especially as we have a healthy crop of our very own languishing in Z-list circles- but Chris Daughtryà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s early exit from the TV talent show couldnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t have worked out better for him.
Taking cues from such over blown power-balladeer rockers as Creed and Matchbox Twenty, à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã‹Homeà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ – whilst being entirely derivative, overly glossy and soulless – has the kind of unifying chorus thatà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s hard to ignore, whilst cynically lending itself too easily to teary montage clips.
American Idolà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ 101: Frequently asked questions
In just one week, “American Idol 7″ will debut, ready to capture the nation’s attention once again. The No. 1 television show in the country generates big ratings and tons of questions à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’ from how much contestants are paid to why producers insist upon selecting bad singers year after year.
FOX isn’t always forthcoming about its top show à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’ most likely because that silence keeps people talking and guessing à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’ but from past contestants, media reports and other sources, there are many answers.
Here, then, are the most frequently asked questions about “American Idol.”
The Year in Dropped Artists
As a sort of companion piece to the news that Taylor Hicks and Ruben Studdard had been dropped from J, Entertainment Weekly’s Hollywood Insider blog ran a list of acts that had been dropped by/defected from major labels in 2007 last week. Frankly, I’m surprised that it isn’t about a mile longer, even though it does run the gamut from on-to-better-things artists (the White Stripes, Radiohead) to bands that seem to have hard luck follow them wherever they go (Mooney Suzuki, Blood Brothers). Full list after the jump.
THE WHAAA? It’s not about the list per se, but the comment section of the EW post has turned into a kinda crazy-ass pissing match between JC Chasez fans and Bo Bice diehards. I mean I loved “Until Yesterday” probably more than anyone else, but really?
“Dreamgirls” coming to Raleigh
RALEIGH — The North Carolina Theatre kicks off its 25th anniversary season with the spirit of Motown. à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Dreamgirlsà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ is coming to Raleigh this month.
The lead in the show, Quiana Parler, talked to anchor Tracey Early about her character and working with Clay Aiken. View the video for this interview.
Idols for Rent – TV talent show a stepping stone to legit theater
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“American Idolà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ can take you to the top of the Billboard charts – or to the bottom of the gossip pages (Season fourà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s Jessica Sierra had a big 2007: She was arrested twice, released a sex tape and is pregnant).
But Anwar F. Robinson and Heinz Winckler are content staying in the spotlight by simply paying their dues. Robinson, who made it to the top seven in à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“American Idolà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ season four, and Winckler, who won the top prize on à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“M-Net Idols,à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ the South African equivalent of à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Idol,à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ are hitting the stage as Tom Collins and Roger Davis in the national tour of the Broadway musical à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Rent,à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ which returns to Boston for a weeklong run at the Wang Theatre starting Tuesday night.
The most commented on Ear Candy posts of 2007
It seemed like in 2007 if any local blog, newspaper, magazine, newsletter, etc. wanted to get readers all it had to do was type two words: Blake Lewis.
The boy from Bothell almost dominated Seattle’s music news in 2007 in a typical Seattle fashion that harkened memories of the grunge days. He went from a virtual unknown throughout the past five years or so (although Ear Candy will continue to brag about knowing Blake way back when) to a relative overnight sensation thanks t o the help of the national media.
He worked hard, deserves the attention and should continue to be a unique bright spot on the Seattle scene. Given his Maroon 5-meets-Keane-meets-Lupe Fiasco style of music, things can only go up for Blake.
He’s Very Friendly
Blake Lewis has brunch with some heterosexually impaired friends in LA on Sunday.
The American Idol alum hit up Dough Boys Bakery for some grub and good times with the guys.
Blake’s album was released recently. You probably hadn’t heard.
Human rights guy wants B96 DJ to Tone it down and Fly right
Tone E. Fly can’t say that out loud, but the B96 DJ might be thinking it. On Wednesday he’s scheduled to explain, in a forum not of his choosing, why he called “American Idol” alum Paris Bennett “a dumb [b-word].”
St. Paul’s Human Rights Department head Tyrone Terrill confirmed Monday that he is having a meeting with “community leaders,” B96 GM Steve Woodbury and Fly, whose bills are addressed to Anthony Distasio.
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I didn’t say it was to make Taylor look bad.
Daughtry’s record company could give a flip about Taylor.
Can’t ya just see Daughtry’s CD’s? They buy them in bulk,
they get scanned and then they put them back on the shelves. Then they buy them again, they get scanned and back on the shelves they go.
Loverly.
I edited that part out.
There are many extremely popular albums that I hate. I just accept the fact that other people like them.
Nola, LOL!
Congrats to Carrie, Daughtry and Jordin.
I didn’t listen to much pop and/or rock radio before Season 5, therefore, I did not know most of the songs Chris sang on the show. No clue that the band Live existed and had barely heard of Nickelback and Fuel. I had never heard of some of the others. They were new to me. I had never heard Nickelback’s song, “Savin’ Me”, until Chris and Elliott sang it on tour.
Daughtry has opened up for some big-name bands in the past months so maybe the fans of those artists are falling in love with Daughtry and buying the CD.
I don’t own the CD because I don’t like the style of music but I can understand why it’s selling so well. IMO the band members are adorable and I like the first 2 songs. Heck, I almost bought the Nickelback song “Rockstar” after hearing it a few hundred times on the radio.
That’s funny, PJ. My guess would be they’ve got momentum from the AMA Awards they won and the recent Grammy Nominations.
I was pleasantly surprised last evening during the BCS game.
The network used Marc Broussard’s “Home” before the beginning
of the second half. *Sweet*
I have not doubt he appeals to people. Just not to me! Eye of the beholder, I realize, but I want something from a performer besides a good voice.
I think Bucky has charisma in spades. I thought so on the Idol tour, even though vocally he was really not, uh, uhm, “there” yet.
And, of course, I am not a fan of the bald heads, so…. :undecided_tb:
The song Phil does sounds great. And, as I said above, it is just generic enough to be a big-time hit if it will catch on.
He seems to be a really good guy and I wish him success.
LOL. I love Phil’s voice and can overlook his bald head, but in all honesty, he looks like a conehead.
Daughtry, on the other hand…..don’t like his voice or his bald head – or guyliner, wallet chain, or tatoo either!
Phil’s single isn’t bad, imo, and more importantly, it does make me want to hear more. But, I’m not crazy about his looks either. That’s ok, though. He can just make pretty music I can buy!
I know this is from Ok Magazine but I thought the wording was interesting. I highlighted the part that caught my eye.
Taylor Hicks Parts with Record Label
Taylor Hicks has split with his record company, his rep announces.
>”American Idol winner Taylor Hicks has announced that he and Arista Records have mutually agreed to part ways,à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ reads a statement from his camp.
No reason was specified for the separation nor was a new home for the singer announced, but the statement goes on to say the 31-year-old currently working on a new album to be released later this year.
While Taylor charmed his way towards a win on the fifth season of American Idol, his on-screen success didnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t translate to sales. During his time on Arista, the salt-and-pepper haired singer released a self-titled debut album in December 2006 that opened just shy of the top spot at No. 2. It was eventually certified platinum for shipping one million units à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’ the operative word being “shipping.” In actuality, the disc only sold about 696,000 copies, making it the lowest-selling debut by an AI winner until Jordin Sparks dethroned him this year with her thus far lackluster sales.
Although respectable, Taylorà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s numbers pale in comparison to those of fellow AI champs (Jordin notwithstanding), all of whom pushed at least one million units with their first efforts. Adding insult to injury, he’s not even the most successful alum from his season. That honor goes to Chris Daughtry, who has rocked his way towards double platinum status and four Grammy nominations with his band, Daughtry.
Calls to Taylor’s rep have yet to be returned.
http://www.okmagazine.com/news/view/3681
Finally listened to Phil’s single. He sounds good, but the song is pretty generic, if you ask me. He could do very well, though!
As for Bucky, he was a more than a little awkward performing on the Idol stage. However, I think he improved during the AI tour. When I saw him last spring at Joe’s on Weed Street, he was obviously more in his element with his band and put on a fantastic and fun show. I’d see him again! Well worth the price of admission.
Oh, and it was fun seeing Rocky on stage with him, too.
I like how you think Desdemona. It’s now three tattoos — huge ones on both arms.
Paula,
He has huge tattoos on both his arms now, too? Ugh! Why?!
Gotta catch up with Blake?
Did he need to remind himself of his first and middle names too, Paula?
RUBEN STUDDARD AND J RECORDS END THEIR RELATIONSHIP. For the past few weeks there have been numerous reports of Ruben Studdard being dropped from his label, J Records. According to a press release, Studdard and J Records came to a mutual agreement in May of 2007 to discontinue their artist/label relationship. Due to differences concerning the direction of future albums, it was decided by both parties, to search out new opportunities. The press release states that Ruben has nothing but love and respect for Clive Davis and the J Records staff. But Studdard fans need not worry, they can expect a full length, very soulful album due to be released by summer of 2008. Ruben is also due to introduce his Big and Tall clothing line, Royal Statue Clothing, in early 2008. And if that’s not enough Studdard for you, his independent recording label, RCS Music Group, is set to release Sherri as its debut artist and also this year he and his mother will become authors of a series of educational children’s books due to have their first release. Additionally, Studdard is set to open a restaurant in the entertainment district in his hometown of Birmingham, Alabama in the summer of 2009.
Ruben has a lot going on this year.
1. Full length very soulful album due by summer 2008
2. Royal Staue Clothing, early 2008
3. Release of debut artist Sherri
4. A “series” of educational Children’s books with mom to have first release
5. Ain’t Misbehavin’ in November
http://www.mtv.ca/news/article.jhtml?id=6150
We Finally here from Taylor….posted on his myspace page…….
A statement from Taylor: To all my fans and The Soul Patrol, I want to take a moment to talk about the recent news that my label and I have mutually parted ways. The important thing for all of you to remember is that I’ve been a working musician my whole life. This is turning the page on a new chapter of my career. Artistic freedom and control is an exciting prospect. The things that are most important to me is creating my art, performing it, and my fans. With the momentum that all of you have created over the years, Taylor Hicks is not going to stop anytime soon. I’ve started working on the new album, writing and scheduling exciting collaborations. The DVD, Whomp at the Warfield, is in it’s final stages, and will be released soon. So as one door closes, a new one opens for 2008 with more excitement for all my fans than ever before. Sit tight, because the best is yet to come!
http://www.myspace.com/taylorhicks
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I thought Phil was really hard to watch on the show. He looked really uncomfortable on camera. The bald head and death stare were a bit skeery. Live, he’s a lot more relaxed, and imo, was able to command the big arena very well. There was definitely charisma on display there that I never saw on television…
Has it already been posted here that Daughtry’s “Home” was named “Rock Song” winner at the 34th annual People’s Choice Awards?