Idol Inferno: Notes on the Top 12 Party on the Top 12
Last night was the second holiest night on the American Idol calendar; the declaration of the Top 12 and, perhaps, more importantly, the Top 12 party.
Top 12 night is as previously mentioned, that magic threshold from where humble dreamers emerge as titans, warriors of song whose names will resound through our annals forevermore.
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Dish Of Salt: Friday TV Dish (Top 12 ‘Idol’ Tidbits From The Top 12 Party)
LOS ANGELES, Calif. —
Last night was my first chance to meet the Top 12 contestants on “American Idol.” After getting to know them a little bit and getting to know their personalities, I can tell you that my favorites now are Michael Lynche, Crystal Bowersox, Lacey Brown and Andrew Garcia. I learned some interesting little tidbits from each contestant and today I present my Top 12 top tidbits from the Top 12 party.
‘American Idol’: Memorable moments from season 9 to season 1
From Kara DioGuardi competing with Katrina Darrell to Paula Abdul’s stalker, here are ‘American Idol’s’ most memorable moments.
Michael Lynche performs ‘This Woman’s Work’
Michael Lynche was known to be the frontrunner for the men in season 9, but it was his performance of ‘This Woman’s Work’ that got him into the Top 12 and the judges’ hearts. Simon Cowell called it the best performance in the show’s history and Kara DioGuardi cried.
EXCLUSIVE: American Idol’s Crystal Bowersox’s S & M Aunt Whipping-Up Support
Bowersox’s leather-clad aunt from Toledo, Ohio – who goes by the name Sweet2u on Fetlife.com and who describes herself as a 54-year-old submissive who is looking for a lifetime relationship – agrees and just like Simon Cowell she has been gushing about Crystal’s achievements on AI.
She Wrote on a Forum page:
“Hey guys if you watch idol I have a niece named Crystal Bowersox who has made it to the finals, wwooo hhoo. She is pretty and has dred-locks. you can see and hear her on UTUBE and go to Crystal Bowersox music. If you think she deserves it please vote for her, she has worked very hard to get this far and I am so very proud of her.”
EXCLUSIVE: American Idol Star Crystal Bowersox’s Baby Daddy Revealed
American Idol’s Crystal Bowersox emerged early as one of the favorites to go all the way and win the show, but much about the dreadlocked hippie style singer remains a mystery. Well, RadarOnline.com can answer one burning question, who the father of her baby boy is.
Carrie Underwood @ Times Union Center, 3/12/10
In many ways the most successful of the American Idol alumni, country Carrie Underwood will assuredly have the must longevity, as country crowds are historically more loyal, and the shelf life of pop stars seems to shorten each decade. Already, the young Checotah, Oklahoma singer has won Grammys, been inducted in the Grand Ole Opry and gone multi-platinum.
In Albany, Underwood arrived (finally, after a lengthy delay opening the doors) looking very much the All-American girl, albeit glammed up in sparkly white jacket, as she rose up center-stage on a fancy couch and dove into “Country Casanova.”
Carrie Underwood’s so good, she doesn’t need the fancy stage effects
Considering her booming voice and cover-girl looks, if there’s anyone in the country music business who doesn’t need special effects or high-tech wizardry to please a crowd it’s Carrie Underwood.
Give this ”American Idol” a microphone, a band and a playlist of songs and that’s a night of entertainment.
But Thursday night when she opened her ”Play On” tour at Reading’s Sovereign Center before a sellout crowd of more than 7, 000, Underwood seemed determined to give the audience much more than her music.
Murray High School Sets Up David Archuleta Music Scholarship
The David Archuleta Music Scholarship was created in February of 2010 to provide musically inclined, outstandingly dedicated Murray High School students with the funds to strive for musical achievements in an instructional establishment of higher education. Each year one scholarship will be awarded to a senior student from Murray High School in Murray, Utah to fund their music dreams.
For more information, check out DavidArchuletaMusicScholarship.org.
Scott MacIntyre: The Best Part of ‘American Idol’ Is Getting Voted Off
Scott MacIntyre is returning to familiar turf to perform a duet on ‘American Idol, ‘ just as the show announces season 9’s Top 12 finalists. MacIntyre, who finished eighth in season 8 after singing Survivor’s ‘The Search Is Over, ‘ is vision-impaired, and both his story and his musical chops won him admiration and a nation full of fans.
Anna Wilson And American Idol’s Matt Giraud’s “YOU DON’T KNOW ME” Impacts iTunes Jazz Chart At #1
PR Log (Press Release) – Mar 12, 2010 – Giraud not only provided a powerhouse performance, but he also plugged his current single, “You Don’t Know Me”, which he recorded with jazz singer/songwriter Anna Wilson. Wilson and Giraud’s version of this classic song currently sits at #1 on the iTunes jazz chart and inside their Top 200 singles chart for all genres and will appear on Anna Wilson’s highly anticipated jazz album, COUNTRYPOLITAN DUETS, later this year.
To view video click on the following link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cfOwifSuSoU.
Dancing with the Spartans
Eight teachers from Oak Lawn Community High School teamed with four professionals from Tinley Park’s Heart and Sole Dance school to raise money for the Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy organization.
The judges were Oak Lawn High senior Khalia McLaurin, award-winning choreographer Scott Blevins and former “American Idol” contestant Gina Glocksen, who also performed during the second half of the show. After speaking about each performance, the judges held up cards rating the dancers.
IPPA Chips in to Raise Money for Foster Children’s Charity on Oscar Night
Beverly Hills, Calif. (PRWEB) March 13, 2010 — The stars came out Sunday on Hollywood’s biggest night to raise money and awareness for foster children at the 11th annual Children Uniting Nations Awards Celebration and After Party presented by The Hollywood Reporter and TV Guide Magazine at the Beverly Hilton’s International Ballroom. The International Poker Players Association (IPPA) followed up with great celebrity poker to help raise money for the cause.
The red carpet featured famous faces from music, television, film and poker. “American Idol” finalist and recording artist Kimberly Caldwell, ’80s pop star Debbie Gibson, and music legends Chaka Khan and Freda Payne, along with TV stars Jimmy Jean-Louis, Daphne Zuniga, James Pickens Jr. & Gloria Garayua and film stars Samm Levine, Rosanna Arquette and Brandon Molale all spoke with more than 45 media outlets representing seven countries about the important work of Children Uniting Nations.
Audition to buy Kara DioGuardi’s house
Prolific songwriter and ” American Idol” judge Kara DioGuardi’s Spanish-style home in the Hollywood Hills is on the market at $1, 649, 000.
The gated house, built in 1964, has city and canyon views, wood-beamed ceilings, an open floor plan, extensive decks and a spa. Three bedrooms and 3 1/2 bathrooms sit in 3, 400 square feet. She added an outdoor cedar sauna to give the secluded property a spa-like feel. The guest unit has its own entrance, living room, kitchen and bathroom.
Names and Faces: Sean Penn, Tara Palmeri, Paula Abdul, Aaron Schock
Spotted: Former “American Idol” judge Paula Abdul and Rep. Aaron Schock at a National Young Leaders Conference event on the Hill on Thursday (the Illinois Republican was an NYLC participant back in high school). . . . Stevie Wonder at Blues Alley on Thursday night. He stopped in to see saxophonist Najee and jumped onstage for two songs. . . . Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton and Sen. Dianne Feinstein (both in suits) having a two-hour dinner at Rasika on Thursday night.
Ex-‘Idol’ exec: Elton John best to replace Simon
LOS ANGELES – If you ask former “American Idol” executive producer Nigel Lythgoe, there’s only one candidate who can replace Simon Cowell after the longtime judge’s departure – Elton John.
“He’s absolutely it, ” Nigel told The Hollywood Reporter’s Showbiz 411 blog of the legendary British rock pianist.
Nigel left “Idol” prior to Season 8. The show is now in the midst of its ninth season, with Simon due to leave the show upon its conclusion and his replacement still up in the air.
