Idol Headlines For 7/7/08
‘Idols’ on the road: We catch up with Michael Johns, in advance of Wednesday night’s show at Arco Arena
Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) Jul. 6–It’s been more than six weeks since Season 7 of “American Idol” wrapped, with rocker David Cook — in what some dubbed a shocker — taking the title over teen crooner David Archuleta.
Since then, deals have been signed, and the “Idol” Top 10 have conversed with Larry King and Ellen DeGeneres, gone to Vegas, gone home, taken copious amounts of vitamins and caught up on their sleep.
But hey, it’s time for a wake-up call.
DOUG ELFMAN: ‘Idol’ peddles pablum parading as music
“American Idol” winner David Cook stood there on stage, trying to look cool with his big guitar and a scarf hanging by his belt.
And as fans screamed, Cook opened his rock-guy beard mouth to eke out his first horrible song, which they loved: a cover of Lionel Richie’s “Hello.”
If you don’t remember this simpering pop ballad, it meekly goes, “Hello? Is it me you’re looking for?”
When it came out in 1984, everyone with decent taste laughed big hearty laughs of humor-horror at how it gave sentimentality a bad name.
But here “Hello” is again.
‘Idol’ tour opens to rave reviews
And the Davids live up to expectations
Tulsa’s David Cook and the other “American Idol” finalists kicked off their cross-country tour this week, and the early reviews are in: It’s even better than the TV show.
Producers ditched many of the show’s cheesy group numbers on this tour and decided to let the performers each sing at least three songs, with the No. 10-ranked finalist Chikezie opening the show and winner Cook performing the final set.
Idols for the Holidays
If thereà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s anyone who knows how to capitalize on the à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Idolà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ phenomenon, ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s Michael Orland.
Michael is the Pianist, Arranger and Associate Musical Director for à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Idol.à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ But now, he has added musical director to his resume as he is directing two à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Idolà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ -related shows.
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Idols in Concert!à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ has been appearing at the Rrazz Room at Hotel Nikko San Francisco since July 1st. Three Idols take the stage each night for solo, duet and ensemble performances from among 16 participating throughout the two-month run. Idols scheduled to appear are: Anwar Robinson, LaKisha Jones, Jon Peter Lewis, Gina Glocksen, Rickey Smith, Mikalah Gordon, Julia DeMato, Trenyce, RJ Helton, Constantine Maroulis, Jasmine Trias, Vonzell Solomon, Brandon Rogers, Christina Christian, Leah LaBelle, Camile Velasco and a special Idol to be announced later.
Sparks holds Aussie No.1 for fifth week
Jordin Sparks has spent her fifth consecutive week at number one on the Australian singles chart.
Coldplay’s ‘Viva La Vida’, last week’s number two, slipped four places to sixth, while Rihanna fell to fourth with her latest release ‘Take A Bow’.
Elsewhere, US popstar Katy Perry moved up 11 places to reach number two, while The Pussycat Dolls climbed to third.
Jordin Sparks has Energy in the Park
Jordin Sparks signs autographs for fans prior to her performance at the Annual à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Energy In The Parkà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ concert at Strandbad Wannsee in Berlin, Germany on Saturday. She held up a sign that read, à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Mathieu! Danke! (Matthew! Thank you!)à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬
20+ pictures inside of Jordin Sparks with much energy in the parkà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦
“Elvis: Viva Las Vegas” Special to Launch This August on DVD and Blu-ray, for Sale Exclusively at Wal-Mart and Airing on CMT
Thirty-one years after Elvis Presley’s passing, the special release of “Elvis: Viva Las Vegas,” with never before seen bonus material, will be made available exclusively through Wal-Mart stores and Sam’s Club, beginning August 12, 2008 on both DVD and hi-definition Blu-ray for $10. Purchases also will be available online through Walmart.com and Samsclub.com. Fans who want to be among the first to own their own copy can pre-order the DVD through Walmart.com starting today.
Viva Las Vegas” features performances or interviews with: 50 Cent Faith Hill Miranda Lambert Lisa Marie Presley Beyonce Chris Isaak The Little Willies Priscilla Presley Brandi Carlile Dwayne Johnson David Lynch Jerry Schilling Mark Cohn Tom Jones Paul McCartney Patti Scialfa Chris Daughtry Toby Keith Willie Nelson, Nancy Sinatra Celine Dion with Joe Perry Jon Bon Jovi and Rob Thomas Joe Esposito George Klein Richie Sambora Three 6 Mafia…
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American Idol Reject Hits It Big!!!
Paul Marturano, the off-the-wall comic/accomplished pianist from Philadelphia who recently appeared on American Idol and caught the nation’s attention as Paula Abdul’s ‘Stalker’ is reaping the benefits. His company, Off The Edge Productions, LLC has generated thousands of dollars on the internet with CD and digital song sales through his website http://www.paulpiano.net
Marturano has signed a ringtone deal. Stalker and his other songs are available on most major carriers and he has released new audio and video versions of Stalker on Itunes with the help of producers that have worked with several major artists such as Nelly Furtado.
The song will be released to over 450 radio stations nationwide and a portion of sales will be donated to IDOL GIVES BACK as a thank you to American Idol…
Ex-”Idols” Young and Lewis take indie route
Arguably the biggest asset that “American Idol” grants is exposure. Contestants go from unknown hopefuls to household names in a matter of weeks, and with that comes pressure to remain in the spotlight by rushing to release an album after the show airs.
But for every Chris Daughtry there are several LaToya Londons and Paris Bennetts, whose quick-turnaround post-”Idol” album debuts slip quietly under the radar.
This summer finds two more former contestants, Season 5’s Ace Young and Season 3’s Jon Peter Lewis, ready to step out with new releases. To their benefit or detriment, it has been a couple of years or more since their time on the show, and both opted to go the independent, rather than the major-label, route…
Haven’t seen this here… a new interview with David Cook.
The Seattle Times – “Idol” moments with winner David Cook
I think this is one of the better interviews I’ve read from him since the finale. Good, NEW questions, and interesting answers. Very much enjoyed this one.
Read the Seattle Times interview over at Idolforums. He did a wonderful job. I’m a sucker for smart men, and he was excellent here . . . very articulate! Also, it just goes to show how the “arrogant” tag on him is so wrong! Wonder why he doesn’t send out written updates to his fans? (Or does he?) I love his video blogs, but wouldn’t a letter from him feel more personal?
Can’t edit my last post anymore…. Here’s the Idol’s interview on Fox LA backstage. Haven’t seen it here either, sorry if I missed it.
Idol tour hits LA
I would love for him to write some blogs, but since 19 runs his MySpace, and does such a bad job at it, I’m not expecting anything. I do think if it was up to him, he’d be blogging.