David Archuleta arrives in Singapore

post from American Idol 8 - Rickey.org on 04 April 2009 11:42:01 PM. © American Idol 8 - Rickey.org

David Archuleta arrives at the Singapore airport and is greeted by fans.(Thanks Violet!)Watch the video here:Via Salamahafifi

Read The Full Article:
http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/rickeyorg/~3/G2qsQmBY6L0/

Add to del.icio.us

Digg this

Post to Furl

Add to reddit

Add to myYahoo!

Top 9 Results Show Wrap Up - Where do the
Contestants Stand

post from mjsbigblog on 04 April 2009 06:40:03 PM. © mjsbigblog

Wednesday’s results show saw the elimination of Megan Joy, who was already past her expiration date. I think the poor thing is a little naive. The judges handed Megan a wildcard spot, despite being the lesser talent to Jesse Langseth and Felicia Barton.

But Megan is a “package artist” doncha know–a blank slate TPTB could mold into something current. Alas, her lack of experience did her in at the end. And I couldn’t help but think, as she got up in the judges faces as she sang out, that she just could not believe the way they suddenly turned on her. That’s the Idol game, baby.

Her results show antics didn’t bug me really. She made for some pretty damn good TV. The kids have so little control over what happens on the show, if they can grab the limelight in their last few minutes on the Idol stage, well go for it! It cost her the judges “pretending” to consider her singout for a Save, but they weren’t gonna save her anyway.

That entire panel must have been seething as Megan flapped, made mocking faces, encouraged others to mock, more or less flipped Simon off, and then delivered a big F.U. with her sing off. Well, it’s Megan’s party, and she’ll caw if she wants to.

I’ve abandoned the idea that a dark horse is going to gallop up and grab the win away from early front runners Adam Lambert and Danny Gokey.

I think those two will battle it out in the final for the Top spot.

The closest we’re gonna come to a dark horse upset in Season 8 will be Kris Allen sneaking into the #3 spot. I would not have guessed it early on, but that boy has found his footing and has been gaining momentum every week. Kris is consistent, has a sense of who he is as an artist, and can re-arrange songs to fit his vibe. He is going to continue to pick up fans as others fall away. The producers will continue to pimp him until he threatens the front runners.

So Anoop Desai makes the bottom 3 for reals this week. Unlike Kris, I don’t think he’s picking up new fans, and his current fan base can only carry him so far. Unless he comes up with some super strong performances in the next couple of weeks, I think he’ll be gone at 8 or 7. Ditto for Matt Giraud who like Anoop, hasn’t found his voice nor has his comfort zone on the Idol stage. And despite avoiding the B3 on Wednesday, he isn’t picking up new fans either. TPTB understand this and are done pimping him.

Lil Rounds will fail her way into the Top 5. Despite lackluster performances, Lil has managed to avoid the B3 because she isn’t splitting votes with anyone else. She’s got that staple of American Idol–the female African American big-voiced R&B singer fanbase–all to herself.

Adult contemporary stylist, Scott MacIntyre, isn’t splitting votes either. If he can keep turning in decent performances, he’ll last into the Top 5. The upcoming birth week theme should provide Scott, born in 1985, with lots of ~~dreck~~ material to suit his special brand of elevator music. He could pull off another crowd pleasing performance that earns him good marks from the judges. Plus, he’s likely to be the VFTW pick, and that will only help Scott out.

Allison Iraheta will continue to sing well, and will continue to struggle. Either Matt or Anoop are probably heading out the door next week, but Allison won’t be far behind, I’m afraid. I’m not sure why, but audiences are connecting to her either. But hey, maybe Miley mobilizing the youth vote will make a difference!

Who I’d like to be in the Top 5: Adam, Kris, Allison, Matt, Anoop
Who will be in the Top 5: Adam, Danny, Lil, Kris, Scott

Seriously. It’s not like I’m in love with my prediction. I would gladly be proven wrong.

Adam Lambert, Allison Iraheta, Anoop Desai, Danny Gokey, Kris Allen, Lil Rounds, Matt Giraud, Megan Corkrey, Scott MacIntyre

Read The Full Article:
http://feeds.mjsbigblog.com/~r/mjsbigblog/JbYv/~3/qs1RobiMGUc/top-9-results-show-
wrap-up-where-do-the-contestants-stand.htm

Digg this

American Idol: LaKisha Jones Is Expecting

post from American Idol - best news, blogs, videos, photos and more - Boxxet on 04 April 2009 05:47:26 PM. © American Idol - best news, blogs, videos, photos and more - Boxxet

Written by Britteny Elrick
is your source for American Idol news and info! Visit our American Idol message boards and tell us what you think! For more on American Idol, check out SirLinksALot: American Idol.Is Lakisha Jones American Idol’s New Frontrunner?American Idol Sweetheart LaKisha Jones Wed YesterdayAm...

Original story at Reality TV Magazine .

View our complete collection of news and blogs, plus related videos, photos and more at Boxxet: American Idol.

Read The Full Article:
http://www.boxxet.com/American_Idol/post:american-idol-lakisha-jones-is-expecting
/

Digg this

'Idol' champ Cook eyes up Clarkson duet

post from American Idol - best news, blogs, videos, photos and more - Boxxet on 04 April 2009 03:47:28 PM. © American Idol - best news, blogs, videos, photos and more - Boxxet

By Nick Levine, Music Editor David Cook has revealed that he is keen to duet with fellow American Idol star Kelly Clarkson. Cook, who won the seventh season of the TV singing contest in May, told DS that he is a fan of the 'My Life Would Suck Without ...Idol' champ rates new judge Kara Digital Spy

Original story at Digital Spy .

View our complete collection of news and blogs, plus related videos, photos and more at Boxxet: American Idol.

Read The Full Article:
http://www.boxxet.com/American_Idol/news:idol-champ-cook-eyes-up-clarkson-duet/

Digg this

Idol Headlines for 04/04/09

post from mjsbigblog on 04 April 2009 10:02:00 AM. © mjsbigblog

Will Carrie Underwood steal Kenny Chesney?s crown?

Carrie Underwood has become country music?s biggest star since she exploded onto the scene after winning American Idol in 2005, but so far she?s been passed over as the Academy of Country Music?s Entertainer of the Year, which has gone to only six women in 39 years.

But this could be the year for Carrie, who has achieved enormous crossover success, winning four Grammy awards already in her short career. She is the lone woman nominated in 2009, facing off against Brad Paisley, George Strait and ? of course ? Chesney. (Updates to four Grammys).

Reuters

More Idol Headlines after the JUMP…

Academy of Country Music Awards rehearsals: Reba, Miranda, Carrie

Greetings from Vegas, Mixers, and the Academy of Country Music Awards! I know what you’re saying: Hey, doesn’t that show happen in the fall? No. That is the CMAs. Not to be confused with the CMTs. Or CBS, the network on which these awards air. Also, please do not make the mistake of confusing this with AIG. These are the ACMs, they air Sunday night on the Tiffany Network, and your host for the eleventh year running is one Ms. Reba McEntire. Based on the list of performers I’ve seen — Kenny, Trace, Rascal Flatts, Keith, George, Tim and Faith, Sugarland, and the three ladies I’m here to observe today — it seems you will get more than your recommended daily allowance of big-ticket Nashville action if you choose to tune in. And yes, I will be using first names almost exclusively all weekend.

Entertainment Weekly

American Idol Mansion Is “Like a Prison”

I call this the Papa Spears effect. During the previous seasons of American Idol, contestants would sneak out of the Idol mansion and go drinking at L.A. clubs. They would reportedly gotten into “all sorts of trouble” and producers are taking no risks this year. All of the show’s season 8 finalists are under security camera surveillance in the Bel-Air mansion and they are complaining about their heavy restrictions.

An unnamed finalist said he feels like “a bird in a gilded cage.” He also added that the house is “gorgeous” but that they have “no privacy.”

Pop on the Pop

‘Idol’ Fix: Who’s Hotter?

We love the above picture for two reasons: 1. “Idol” alums Ace Young and David Cook look damn good and 2. You can define your relationship type simply by answering the above question.

Ace Young’s “why are you taking a picture of me” look tells us this sexy signer doesn’t even know how good looking he is, while David Cook’s come-hither gesture says, “I know exactly how hot I am.”

NY Post

Jordin Sparks Still a Spark of Purity

Jordin Sparks has made no secret of her pledge of chastity and stuck up for the Jonas Brothers when Russell Brand made fun of their promise bands at the VMAs last year - and it seems the common value system between Sparks and the band of brothers has evoked such a strong bondage that they?ve planned a tour together for later this year.

“We?ve been friends for awhile and we had a lot of fun at the VMAs,” Sparks told Tarts (with a cheeky smile) last week.

Fox News

Miley Cyrus Reveals Her Favorite ‘American Idol’ Contestant

Asked by Ryan Seacrest during an interview for his morning radio show on Thursday, April 2, to name her favorite “American Idol” contestant, Miley Cyrus replied, “Allison [Iraheta]’s my favorite!” The 16-year-old Disney actress then was quick to add, “I’ve been texting with her.”

In related news, it is reported that Miley Cyrus’ pre-recorded performance for “American Idol” where she sings her track “The Climb” has been confirmed to be televised on April 15. The actress-singer stopped by the set of the hit singing competition this week to tape the performance. “It went great and I had a lot of fun,” Miley enthused about her taping session.

Ace Showbiz

Megan Joy: ‘I’m Just a Big Dork’

The caw. The dance moves. The voice. Nobody was really surprised that Megan Joy got voted off American Idol last night. But while not many people will actually miss her singing, we’ll all feel the freak void without her.

ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: Megan, let’s discuss the caw. What the…?
MEGAN JOY: I’m just a big dork. I’ve always made animal noises all the time. I cawed at the end of ”Rockin’ Robin.” I thought, ”If I go out, I’m gonna go out with a bang.”

Entertainment Weekly

Hunters and ?Sportsmen? Continue To Freak Out Over Carrie Underwood

You know that bully in seventh grade that took joy in ruining everything just for the sake of it? Yep, that bully is alive and well and calls himself The U.S. Sportsmen?s Alliance.

Last month we broke the news that the pro-hunting group went apples and bananas when Carrie Underwood decided to donate money to the HSUS ? a group they call ?a radical organization that seeks to end hunting and other responsible uses of animals in America.?

Ecorazzi

Eighties sounds ‘Rock’ Broadway

No time to grab a pre-theater cocktail? Don’t fret — at Broadway tuner “Rock of Ages,” you can drink during the show. And then play a round of vidgame “Rock Band” at intermission.

Even before the economy hit the skids, legit producers were testing experience-oriented offers and events to help lure auds away from their TV, movie and iPod screens.

Now ’80s hair-metal tuner “Rock of Ages” has aggressively worked to create a vibe that’s far less formal than the norm at Rialto theaters, aided by low ticket prices, in-seat cocktail service and free lighters for aud members to wave during appropriate power ballads.

Variety.com

DWTS’ Gilles Marini on Steve-O: “We Have a Bromance”

“We have a bromance,” Marini said on Friday’s The Bonnie Hunt Show. “I believe that Steve-O has an amazing story to tell. It’s very inspiring for all those kids out there who are having trouble with drug additions. He made it happen. He’s a year sober, and he’s doing a fantastic show and a fantastic job turning it around.?

US Magazine

Read The Full Article:
http://feeds.mjsbigblog.com/~r/mjsbigblog/JbYv/~3/lrDcFJPqRL0/idol-headlines-for-
040409.htm

Digg this

Good Morning Angels 04/04/2009

post from American Idol 8 - Rickey.org on 04 April 2009 07:22:51 AM. © American Idol 8 - Rickey.org

Good Morning Angels — 04/04/2009 on 12seconds.tvFollow me on 12seconds.tv, Twitter and Facebook!

Read The Full Article:
http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/rickeyorg/~3/bKYoI7kqarg/

Digg this

Scorecard - Top 8

Here Is The Top 8 Blank Scorecard So You Can Keep Score At HomeClick Scorecard To See It Full Size

Read The Full Article:
http://slimtainment.com/idolblog/?p=2834

Digg this

David Cook Making of LIGHT ON par David Cook

post from American Idol - best news, blogs, videos, photos and more - Boxxet on 04 April 2009 06:33:55 AM. © American Idol - best news, blogs, videos, photos and more - Boxxet

A sneak peek behind the scenes of the recording of LIGHT ON David Cook s new single David Cook Making of LIGHT ON David Cook Light On American Idolwww.strimoo.com

Original story at strimoo.com .

View our complete collection of news and blogs, plus related videos, photos and more at Boxxet: American Idol.

Read The Full Article:
http://www.boxxet.com/American_Idol/post:david-cook-making-of-light-on-par-david-
cook/

Digg this

Anthem Audition

post from American Idol - best news, blogs, videos, photos and more - Boxxet on 04 April 2009 03:33:38 AM. © American Idol - best news, blogs, videos, photos and more - Boxxet

OKMIKE SIMONS/Tulsa World By DAVID HARPER World Staff Writer Some of the people who auditioned Friday to sing the national anthem at a Tulsa Drillers game "killed" the song in the complimentary way that word is used on "American Idol. ...

Original story at Tulsa World .

View our complete collection of news and blogs, plus related videos, photos and more at Boxxet: American Idol.

Read The Full Article:
http://www.boxxet.com/American_Idol/news:anthem-audition/

Digg this

American Idol news and blogs - April 04, 2009

post from American Idol - best news, blogs, videos, photos and more - Boxxet on 04 April 2009 03:00:01 AM. © American Idol - best news, blogs, videos, photos and more - Boxxet

Below is today's roundup of news and blogs that haven't yet hit top story status by our community. Visit American Idol news and blogs for even more news and blogs converage.