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Title: American Idol News Stories
Post by: Nuala on July 11, 2006, 06:12:08 AM
article attached from the Virginian Pilot
Title: Re: Chris signs deal with Clive Davis
Post by: tanbuns on July 11, 2006, 07:09:30 AM
I was surprised when Chris turned down the offer from Fuel. It could be because he had already been talking to Clive Davis. I remember Clive having some really good things to say about Chris, so I'm not surprised he has signed him.
Good luck Chris!!! :tup:
Title: Re: Chris signs deal with Clive Davis
Post by: puddin on July 11, 2006, 11:18:46 AM
thanks Nuala :hrt:
Title: Re: Chris signs deal with Clive Davis
Post by: RudyRules on July 12, 2006, 05:57:37 AM
Yes, thanks Nuala! And Congrats to Chris! Wishing him much success...he deserves it! :jumpy:
Title: Re: Chris signs deal with Clive Davis
Post by: CeeeJay on July 12, 2006, 07:24:13 AM
signing without an existing band will let him be who he is!! way to go!!
Title: Ruben Studdard's new R&B album due out
Post by: RudyRules on August 02, 2006, 06:09:01 AM
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20060801/ap_en_mu/people_ruben_studdard;_ylt=AgSMR _iLVtwm2.MeewDlyY2s0NUE;_ylu=X3oDMTA3YXYwNDRrBHNlYwM3NjI- (http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20060801/ap_en_mu/people_ruben_studdard;_ylt=AgSMR _iLVtwm2.MeewDlyY2s0NUE;_ylu=X3oDMTA3YXYwNDRrBHNlYwM3NjI-) Ruben Studdard's new R&B album due out
Tue Aug 1, 5:50 PM ET Yahoo News
NEW YORK - Ruben Studdard returns to R&B with his third album, set for release Sept. 26. The album's title, "The Return," signifies his coming back to the mainstream after recording the 2004 gospel album, "I Need an Angel," Studdard said in a statement released Monday by J Records.
"I've had people ask me where I've been in the past few years so I thought calling it `The Return' made sense," said Studdard, who won Fox's "American Idol" talent competition in May 2003.
"The first track on the new record is `The Return of the Velvet Teddy Bear,' so I just shortened it and made it the title of my CD," the 27-year-old singer said. "With `The Return,' I'm letting all the people who've followed me from `American Idol' until now know that basically I'm back."
His debut album, "Soulful," was released in 2003.
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On the Net:
http://www.jrecords.com/
Title: Re: Ruben Studdard's new R&B album due out
Post by: TexasLady on August 05, 2006, 11:59:05 AM
I liked him when he was on AI, I thought Clay should have won, but Rueban's first album was horrible and it would have to be super good for me to even consider it.
Thanks for posting this though, I didn't even realize he had two albums! :tup:
(Had to modify this, I hated Rueban's album but liked Clays album.) :groan:
Title: Alabama billboards will tout state's 'Idols'
Post by: RudyRules on August 07, 2006, 03:19:21 AM
Alabama billboards will tout state's 'Idols'
Tourism campaign will feature Taylor Hicks, plus Studdard and Bice
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/14167459/from/ET/
-------------------- :woohoo: Taylor Soul Man! Wishing you the best!
Title: Re: Ruben Studdard's new R&B album due out
Post by: RudyRules on August 07, 2006, 03:27:29 AM
Y/W Texas Lady! Since I didn't start watching AI until Seas 2 Seas5, I don't know much about Reuban or Clay. But at least I got to see Clay perform at the Seas 2 Seas5 Finale, and was very impressed! :tup:
Title: Katharine McPhee Sports 'Sexy Hair'
Post by: RudyRules on August 07, 2006, 06:32:24 AM
I saw this short blurb on tv news, but don't remember which station! :groan: IMO Kat looks great in the photo poster ad showing her modeling the "Sexy Hair". Check it out at the link below...
Most Commented On (60 days) Katharine McPhee Sports 'Sexy Hair' Posted Jul 27th 2006 5:21AM by Jared Willig Filed under: Pop
Katharine McPhee announced Wednesday afternoon at the Ritz-Carlton hotel in N.Y. that she will be the first celebrity spokeswoman for Sexy Hair products.
In addition, McPhee, who has been absent from the American Idols tour due to a bout of bronchitis, will be co-producing 'Red Herring,' a play chronicling a group of death-row inmates. The drama runs from Aug. 12-26 at New York's Connelly Theatre.
Title: 'American Idol' to Add Songwriters
Post by: RudyRules on August 08, 2006, 02:39:11 AM
'American Idol' to Add Songwriters Monday August 7 4:50 PM ET
Songwriters will get to add their voices to "American Idol" next season. The Fox TV contest, which has produced instant pop stars and hit records, will allow both professional and amateur songwriters to compete for the chance to write songs for the finalists, a spokesman for series creator Simon Fuller said Monday.
In the past, the show has called on an industry songwriter or producer to write an original song for each of the two finalists, with the new "idol" or even the runner-up consistently scoring best-selling records with the tunes.
Last season's winner Taylor Hicks is on the charts with "Do I Make You Proud," which he performed on the finale.
The songwriting contest is aimed at getting numbers that might be better matches for the contestants, Fuller told the Los Angeles Times.
Details of the new competition were not available, Fuller spokesman Eric Green said Monday.
Auditions for the sixth season of TV's top-rated series were scheduled to begin Tuesday at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena and continue in six other cities through September. "American Idol" returns in January.
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On the Net:
http://www.americanidol.com
Title: Re: Ruben Studdard's new R&B album due out
Post by: TexasLady on August 08, 2006, 06:24:34 PM
Y/W Texas Lady! Since I didn't start watching AI until Seas 2, I don't know much about Reuban or Clay. But at least I got to see Clay perform at the Seas2 Finale, and was very impressed! :tup:
We started watching the first season towards the end, probably 4 people left and the year for Kelly Clarkson. We have tickets for Sept to see them live here in Austin. I can't wait! :jumpy: :jumpy: :woohoo:
Title: Re: Ruben Studdard's new R&B album due out
Post by: TexasLady on August 08, 2006, 06:25:18 PM
All my inglish are belong to us... :umn:
Title: Re: Ruben Studdard's new R&B album due out
Post by: RudyRules on August 09, 2006, 05:49:16 AM
:woohoo: TexasLady! I'd love to attend the concerts, but just can't afford tickets. Maybe someday?! Have fun at the concert! :jumpy:
Title: Re: Ruben Studdard's new R&B album due out
Post by: TexasLady on August 09, 2006, 11:00:40 AM
:woohoo: TexasLady! I'd love to attend the concerts, but just can't afford tickets. Maybe someday?! Have fun at the concert! :jumpy:
Thanks Rudy! We really can't afford it either but they haven't ever come to Austin so this was our one opportunity to see them without having to travel. It was our anniversary present to ourselves. :-* I hope you get the opportunity too! :hrt:
Title: American Idol News Stories
Post by: Jeffrey Scott on August 09, 2006, 04:56:56 PM
Do you have an interesting news story? Please post it here and share with everyone.
Title: Re: American Idol News Stories
Post by: RudyRules on August 26, 2006, 01:38:25 AM
:woohoo: TexasLady! I'd love to attend the concerts, but just can't afford tickets. Maybe someday?! Have fun at the concert! :jumpy:
Thanks Rudy! We really can't afford it either but they haven't ever come to Austin so this was our one opportunity to see them without having to travel. It was our anniversary present to ourselves. :-* I hope you get the opportunity too! :hrt:
What a wonderful anniversary present, TexasLady! So the big day is in Sept? Be sure to let me know the date, so we can give you a special greeting (in the Birthday thread)! :hearts:
Title: Re: American Idol News Stories
Post by: RudyRules on August 26, 2006, 01:54:46 AM
http://music.aol.com/jcpenney-jam-event Aol featured Katharine in their entertainment news yesterday! :cheer: Cool! In the link above you can listen to a duet with Andrea Bocelli and Katharine at the JCPenney Jam Event. I love it that she got that great opportunity to sing with such a fantastic artist. :tup: (one of my Favs!)
Also, read the AIM chat with Kat and (i think) an Aol newsman...plus lots of other good stuff about Kat. What a beautiful & talented person she is! :jumpy:
Title: Re: American Idol News Stories
Post by: TexasLady on September 11, 2006, 11:02:12 AM
Pickler Signs with 19 Recordings/BNA Records September 8, 2006Posted by Marnie
NASHVILLE, TN – Season Five American Idol finalist Kellie Pickler has signed a record deal with 19 Recordings/BNA Records. BNA is a label under the SONY BMG Music Entertainment umbrella in Nashville, TN.
The 20-year-old native of Albemarle, North Carolina, was an instant fan favorite with her quick, down-home wit and personality. Singing since “before she could talk,” Kellie will have a single at country radio in September with her debut album coming on November 14. Currently on the American Idols Live! Tour 2006, Pickler will record the album in between tour dates. (Click to read the rest.)
Title: Re: American Idol News Stories
Post by: RudyRules on September 14, 2006, 03:31:19 AM
Good for Kellie! :tup: She's such a cutie, with her witty, cheery personality. I hope to get her debut album! :hearts: Thanks for the article, TexasLady! :waves:
Title: Re: American Idol News Stories
Post by: RudyRules on September 14, 2006, 10:33:26 PM
Taylor Hicks sues producer over old recordings Two songs written by ‘American Idol’ winner showed up for sale on iTunes
AP article at MSNBC.com Updated: 5:37 p.m. MT Aug 24, 2006
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - A federal judge has temporarily barred a producer from selling songs recorded by “American Idol” winner Taylor Hicks when he was still just a gray-haired bar crooner from Alabama.
U.S. District Judge Virginia Emerson Hopkins issued the ruling Tuesday in a lawsuit filed by Hicks against William Smith of Nashville, Tenn., after two songs written and sung by Hicks showed up for sale on the iTunes Web site.
Smith, in an interview Thursday with The Associated Press, said the songs were no longer for sale. The judge scheduled a hearing for Aug. 30 on whether to make her order permanent.
Continued here: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/14505279/ -------------------- Too bad this happened. Taylor didn't need this stuff while he's trying to continue his career!
Rudy :waves:
Title: Re: American Idol News Stories
Post by: RudyRules on September 15, 2006, 02:16:23 AM
‘Idol’ Hicks, producer settle lawsuit
Singer given possession of the master recordings of fought-over songs
Thanks to AP & MSNBC News Updated: 1:22 p.m. MT Sept 13, 2006
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Reigning “American Idol” Taylor Hicks has settled a lawsuit he brought against a Nashville producer over the rights to three songs he wrote and recorded before becoming a TV phenom.
Hicks gained possession of the master recordings of the songs under the deal, revealed Tuesday in documents filed in federal court in Hicks’ hometown of Birmingham. In exchange, Hicks agreed not to pursue further court action against producer William Smith, who recorded Hicks several years ago and recently placed some of the songs on the iTunes Web site for sale.
No money will change hands under the agreement, which an attorney for Hicks, Joe Leak, described as “amicable.”
Credit to Aol Entertainment News from People Magazine
Idol's Elliott Yamin Has Surgery
Monday Oct 02, 2006 8:00am EST
By Arnesa Howell
This season's American Idol third runner-up Elliott Yamin is recovering from an hour's worth of surgery last week after breaking his pinky finger on his left hand in a freak accident, PEOPLE has learned.
Yamin, 28, was picking up rocks and throwing them at a sign after visiting a nightspot in his hometown of Richmond, Va. when "his finger got caught on a rod holding down a rock," says someone close to the situation.
"My finger snapped back and broke. I had to get a plate and two screws and I'm wearing a cast," Yamin tells PEOPLE. "I'm doing okay. It's not hampering me."
The pinky will be on the mend for the next five to six weeks. Given the fact that he's right-handed, this should not get in the way of giving autographs.
"Everything is scheduled as planned. I'm good," says Yamin, who on Monday is due in Birmingham, Ala., to perform with the Little Memphis Blues Orchestra. ------------------------- Well thank goodness it wasn't worse and he can continue his performance agenda! :jumpy:
Title: Re: Bucky Signed to Lyric Street Records
Post by: RudyRules on January 04, 2007, 02:26:38 AM
Bucky Signed to Lyric Street Records
January 3, 2007 3:15 PM
Bucky Covington has signed a record deal with Lyric Street Records in Nashville. His debut single, “A Different World,” will impact country radio on January 16. Bucky grew up on country music and got his first taste of the stage when,... Read Article » http://www.americanidol.com/news/view/?pid=150
Congrats Bucky! :clap:
Title: Re: Katharine's New Singles!
Post by: RudyRules on January 04, 2007, 02:46:31 AM
Katharine's New Singles!
January 2, 2007 11:05 AM
The new year is only a few days old and already Katharine McPhee has made her mark. She appeared in the annual Rose Parade and now she's offering up sneak peeks at singles on her soon-to-be-released album. Undoubtedly, this is going to be another stellar year for Kat. Take a listen to four new singles, courtesy of AOL!
http://www.americanidol.com/news/view/?pid=149
:congrats: KAT! :clap:
Title: Re: American Idol News Stories
Post by: tanbuns on January 04, 2007, 07:18:47 AM
Katharine is getting noticed for more than just her great music!!!
She has recently done photoshoots for OK magazine and SHAPE magazine.
I have always thought she was very photogenic. Here is her SHAPE cover photo .......
Title: Re: American Idol News Stories
Post by: RudyRules on January 11, 2007, 04:03:26 AM
Thanks for posting that lovely cover photo, Tans! I've thought the same aobut her photogenic-ness! :woohoo: How gorgeous she is and such a beautiful smile. I'm so happy for her and wish her continued sweet success! :tup:
Title: Re: Jordin Sparks signs with Jive Records
Post by: RudyRules on August 20, 2007, 02:14:03 AM
Jordin Sparks signs with Jive Records Fri Aug 17, 9:09 PM ET
NEW YORK - Jordin Sparks has signed the record contract that comes with winning "American Idol." The bubbly 17-year-old inked a deal with Jive Records in conjunction with 19Recordings, the label managed by "Idol" creator Simon Fuller, it was announced Friday.
Her debut album is slated for release in November. She'll offer a taste of the disc with her new single, "Tattoo," to be released to radio stations Aug. 27.
"`American Idol' has truly been a life-altering experience," Sparks said in a statement. "I can't wait to share this next chapter of my story with all the fans that have supported me so far."
Sparks, who hails from Glendale, Ariz., is the youngest winner in the Fox show's six seasons.
Title: 'Idol' Tour Faces Empty Seats
Post by: RudyRules on September 07, 2007, 05:05:36 AM
By Ken Barnes, USA Today Posted: 2007-09-05 11:33:06 Filed Under: Music News (Sept. 5) - At the halfway point of the 2007 American Idols Live tour, ticket turnstiles are, to an alarming extent, standing idle.
FWIW...I'm of the opinion that the 2007 tour isn't well received, b/c the Idols were simply not up to snuff as in past seasons. Here's hoping the 2008 season brings much better talent and is oveall MUCH improved! I want to feel really excited & enthused about the next Top 10!! :jumpy:
Title: Re: American Idol News Stories
Post by: RealityFreakWill on December 21, 2007, 11:47:32 AM
Title: Re: American Idol News Stories
Post by: RudyRules on December 24, 2007, 11:49:02 PM
Thanks Will! Good to see what Elliott & Bucky are doing with their careers. Sounds like they're both doing quite well! :yess:
I really like Elliott's new doo! :cmas22
Title: Re: American Idol News Stories
Post by: RealityFreakWill on January 21, 2008, 11:22:52 AM
Bucky's latest blog post:
ZIPPO AND BUCKY COVINGTON JOIN FORCES
Nashville, TN- Zippo, one of the world's leading manufacturers of pocket lighters, is partnering with Bucky Covington as the title sponsor of the artist's tour dates. Zippo's sponsorship will kick off when Bucky joins Dierks Bentley's "Throttle Wide Open" tour, sponsored by Bud Light.
"It's going to be so cool to have Zippo with me on the road as my tour sponsor," says Bucky. "I'm a big fan of their products so it's a great match."
Before joining Dierks Bentley on his "Throttle Wide Open" tour in February, Bucky will pay a visit to Zippo headquarters in Bradford, PA to meet and perform for the company's employees and executives.
"It's great to work with a talented new young artist like Bucky who is also a big Zippo fan," says Zippo President Greg Booth. "He should prove to be a great evangelist for our brand."
About Bucky Covington
Bucky Covington's self-titled CD released in April 2007 and opened at 1 on Billboard's Top Country Albums chart with the biggest first week sales for any debut country artist that year. He wrapped 2007 as Country Aircheck's 1 New Artist based on the strength of his top 5 first single "A Different World" and his current hit, "It's Good To Be Us." In addition to competing on the fifth season of American Idol, Bucky's national television appearances have included Live with Regis and Kelly, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Good Morning America and Fox & Friends. In early 2008 Bucky is scheduled to tour with Trace Adkins and later Dierks Bentley for the singer's "Throttle Wide Open" tour.
About Zippo
Founded in 1932, Zippo is a leading global marketer of refillable windproof pocket and utility lighters with an unparalleled lifetime guarantee. Based in Bradford, Pa., the company and its 800 employees manufacture and distribute products to more than 140 countries. Zippo also owns W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery Company, one of America's oldest and finest knife manufacturers, and Zippo Fashion Italia, maker of Italian fashion leather goods. For more information about Zippo, please visit www.zippo.com.
About Lyric Street Records
Lyric Street Records is a part of the Disney Music Group. The Disney Music Group is the recorded music and music publishing arm of the Walt Disney Studios.
Title: Re: American Idol News Stories
Post by: RealityFreakWill on January 21, 2008, 11:43:35 AM