Upcoming Idol Releases
Brian Mansfield of USA Today’s Idol Chatter blog posted a handy guide to upcoming Idol album releases.
Read it HERE.
Check out the schedule below. I added Allison Iraheta, also signed by 19R with her castmates Kris Allen and Adam Lambert, to the list–not sure why Brian left her off. She’s reportedly busy planning her album, co-writing with David Hodges among others.
ETA: Adding a few more to the list. Thanks for the additions, peeps.
- Michael Johns, Hold Back My Heart – 06/23
- Various Artists, American Idol Season 8 (Walmart Exclusive) – 06/30
- Cast Recording, Rock of Ages feat. Constantine Maroulis – 07/07
- Daughtry, Leave This Town – 07/14
- Jordin Sparks, Battlefield – 07/21
- Brooke White, High Hopes & Heartbreak – 07/21
- Phil Stacey, Into the Light – 08/25
- Blake Lewis, Heartbreak on Vinyl – 10/06
- Carrie Underwood – 11/03 – She’s writing with Katrina Elam and Ashley Monroe
- Jason Castro, TBD (Fall)
- Bucky Covington, TBD (Fall)
- Adam Lambert, TBD (Fall)
- Kris Allen, TBD (Fall)
- Allison Iraheta TBD
- Katharine McPhee TBD (Fall)
- David Archuleta – Christmas album
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MJ, how come you left off Adam’s summer album release? :wallbash_tb:
Just kidding!!! So glad it’s not on this list or Brian Mansfield’s list. :clap_tb:
IMO Jason’s release will have much effect on Kris’ sales. It will be Kris’ first album and, as the most recent AI winner, Kris will get a lot of press, pre-release buzz and airplay. I am also puzzled by the comparisons of Kris to Jason.
I think this worry is in the same category as worrying about the effect of Black Lewis’ upcoming dance/electronica album will effect Adam’s debut album release.
I don’t really get the Kris/Jason comparisons either outside of their laid back vibes and that they were both on AI playing instruments. But I think because they are both from AI the comparisons are to be expected to some extent.
That is also not a diss at either of them as they are both genuinely talented, but I just find them very different. I know some will classify Kris’s voice as better and maybe it is from a technical standpoint, but I find Jason’s voice more unique. He’s easily identifiable on first listen, whereas I don’t necessarily find that true for Kris.
But I agree I’m interested to see how Atlantic will promote Jason. They seem to be pushing him as an artist as opposed to a quick AI novelty act. I also think the Atlantic people will be fully aware as to when Kris’s album is dropping and will plan accordingly if it is something they are worried about. Yes, Kris will get plenty of promotion for his album especially as he is the current winner of AI, but I expect a pretty decent push from Atlantic for Jason as well. We’re not talking like Jason’s album is coming out on some little indie label.
Maybe I should have made it clearer about Jason Castro on a major label.. but it’s also possible that my idea of a major label is just different. I’m thinking he’s going to be mainstream/top 40 stuff and the label will try and put him on radio and such and I just wonder if that will happen. I haven’t seen a major push for any of the other former idols since I don’t see any big promotion for them?
Anyways, Josiah Leming seems like he will never get an album out. I was originally thinking that they would try and capitalize on his “fame” but now 2 seasons of AI have passed and still nothing? I would like to say that I am biased against him since him being a freakin crying baby on idol was a turnoff. =)
AC, based on the songwriters they have hooked Jason up with I do think they are seemingly pushing Jason at mainstream/Top 40. I can’t say whether Atlantic will be successful at that in any capacity or whether Jason will be successful, but the songwriters they have Jason working with are hitmakers. These are people working with some of the bigger names in pop at the moment. I don’t have the list in front of me, but it’s pretty impressive.
Speaking of Kris, there is some overlap in people they have worked with. I know Claude Kelly (My Life Would Suck Without You) had tweeted about working with both Jason and Kris.
I was just on itunes and noticed Jordin’s album has a different cover. I’m not sure it’s better than the other one. At first impression it seems like it’s Lady Gaga wannabee with that thing in the eye. Her songs also sound lady Gaga wannabee, so I’m curious to see what’s gonna happen with her.
And it doesn’t seem people are that interested in pre-ordering her album. Which may not mean they won’t be interested in buying it when it’s released.
brie200- I hope my comments didn’t make it seem like I was doubtful of Jason making it because I do think he can find success. I was just thinking that this might be the first “star” to make it outside the Idol bubble.. as long as Atlantic markets him properly that is!
Atlantic is extremely excited about Jason and is pulling out all the bells and whistles to promote him, rest assured! I think with Jason’s release trying to be slated for early to mid October, and Adam’s and Kris possibly November like most Idol winners, and finalists before them, i’m not worried about the effect on sales. Jason’s fan following is bigger and more loyal then you think! I think Atlantic is realizing this more and more too! They were very impressed with the structure that Jason’s official website already had in place in terms of a street team, and they are working alongside with them to make this CD huge.
Hey MJ! I just remembered the other imminent “releases” from S7 that I most anticipate are the coming singles releases from We Are the Fallen (Carly Smithson.) Was it two singles every two months, or one, I don’t recall? But I know I’m looking forward to them alot!
This guy is an idiot. I turned to his writings a couple of times in the season. Inane ramblings, prejudice, bias, nonsense. Deficient in music knowledge. There seemed little to no reason for many of his actions/inactions. I suggest readers here find an alternate blog, live feed and followup to follow. You are NOT going to get a fair report from Mansfield. Horrible! Horrible!
^^^ Eh, while I don’t find Mansfield to be as entertaining (or insightful) as Ken Barnes, he gets the numbers and some inside scoop. So, there’s that.
I’m looking forward to many of these albums. Should be a fun fall!
Let’s see, with albums coming out by Brooke, Phil, Kris, Allison, Daughtry, Kat, Archie, and Carrie, I think I am going to be dead broke by Christmas!
I thought Archie’s sophomore record was dropping this fall too?
i am very excited for Jason Castro’s album to come out. I think we all will have a better idea on how he will do when the first single is released …from what i have heard his tunes are catchy, and easy to listen to…….I always thought he had potential to be a superstar…he has the package…looks, talent, charm…plus his music has worldwide appeal….so I now wait to see how things go
Delayed to Q1 or Q2 2010.
I’m worried about Kris album compared to Jason Castro’s.
Atlantic is happy about Jason.There behind him 101%.They update his site.I think hes getting the best help for his album.Jive isnt behind Kris.Jive doesnt
bother to do anything but let kris be pushed aside.He wont get promoted or
the respect from jive that he needs.
she is? haha I haven’t heard of her in here for FOREVER. last I heard she is a judge for a reality show in Hawaii but I forget the name. I thought Ramiele would also capitalize on the newfound fame among Filipinos like Jasmine did but she wasn’t able to do anything here as well. for some reason, Ramiele didn’t have as many fans here as Jasmine did, it was all about the Davids last year.
I am so excited for Brooke, Jason, Adam and Archie albums!!!!!
^^ “xxx…for some reason, Ramiele didn’t have as many fans here as Jasmine did, it was all about the Davids last year.”
It would be difficult to surpass or even just match the popularity of the Davids in the Philippines….even after Season 8…..
Will there be a pool to predict whether the TBD titles will include the word “heart” or some derivation of it (heartbreak, etc)? LOL :smile1_ee: