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Andrew Lloyd Webber is sitting in the audience…
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Randy Jackson on the Ellen Degeneres Show…After the Jump…
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PERFORMANCE ORDER
I just heard from Caffiend!
The last 3 spoilers came from TMZ.
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America, meet your six ‘Idol’ finalists
“American Idol” is not, despite the many protests of Simon Cowell, a singing contest. That should be obvious from the way the singers’ performances are occasionally preceded by videos that delve into their likes, dislikes, families, jobs and so forth. If it were purely a singing contest, why should we care about what kind of people they are?
Instead, “Idol” is a popularity contest, and while the singers’ vocal skills play a part in keeping the contestants around, so do their personalities. Not their real personalities, of course. This is reality television, after all, where the mere presence of cameras alters the behavior of the people being filmed.
American Idolatry: If Only Reality Were This Well Organized
The tens of thousands of hopefuls who lined up last summer to audition for “American Idol” have been trimmed to just six aspiring pop stars, whose fate will be decided by the whims and loyalties of the more than 20 million people who tune in each week to the most-watched show on television.
Determining the winner is about the only part of “American Idol” left to chance. That was made clear during recent visits to Stage 36 in Television City, near Hollywood, where each Tuesday and Wednesday on Fox “American Idol” creates hopes and dashes dreams.
From the placement of local sorority members along camera sight lines to the instructions to the audience members about when to stand and how to wave their hands, “American Idol” is as scripted as a “reality” show dare be.
More Idol Headlines After the Jump
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Hope you David Cook fans out there got a chance to download your copy of his pre-idol CD Analog Heart, ’cause it’s no longer available on Amazon. Go ahead and click the banner. The message you get is “Not Available.”
It looks like Roger Friedman’s article, posted Monday on the FOX website, has led to the album being pulled from Amazon. (Hello, Roger: David studied Chris Daughtry’s audition prior to his own audition before the judges-they aren’t actually buddies. And do your effing homework. David Cook isn’t the first Idol to sell a pre-Idol CD during a run on the show.)
Currently Carly Hennessy Smithson’s CD is still available on Amazon. Chris Sligh sold a CD through Amazon during last year’s competition, and Taylor Hicks sold his pre-Idol CD, Under the Radar through an independent record store in Birmingham.
Could it be that TPTB had the album pulled, because David’s CD was showing up on the Amazon rankings? Or that other media outlets were beginning to pick up the story? It’s not clear how many copies have been sold, but Amazon mp3 downloads only make up 2% of the total paid downloads in the US market. Hardly a “major” market, I’d say. Although Analog Heart was number #1, considering those stats, I can’t imagine it was burning up the sales charts. This CD has been available for awhile. If it violated the terms of his contract with AI, it would have been pulled months ago, one would think.
Friedman is a little late to the “ringer” controversy. It raged months ago, when it was discovered that Carly Smithson, Kristy Lee Cook and Michael Johns had honest-to-goodness major record deals before they auditioned for Idol. David Cook is considered a non-ringer in the controversy. The fact that he released an independent CD two years ago that’s now available on rinky-dink Amazon mp3 downloads hardly elevates him to ringer status in my book. Nice, Friedman-making a mountain out of a molehill.
The Idols comings and goings always have and always will be grist for the rumor mill (see: David Archuleta and his rumored stage daddy. That shiz can’t be easy for the kid as he tries to compete in this stress-filled contest), but it’s a little annoying to see something this innocuous blown up into a big deal. The upside of the CD being pulled-maybe the story will stop right here instead of growing legs.
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Jordin Spark’s peeps have issued a release regarding the state of her vocal cords, and they claim that the sky is not falling. Jordin will miss the first two weeks of the Alicia Keys tour while she’s on vocal rest. She plans to join Alicia on tour in May.
“There’s no career-threatening situation. She’s just on vocal rest and she’s expected to make a full recovery,” the label said in a statement. “She’ll be on vocal rest for two weeks, and she’s slated to join the Alicia Keys tour in May.”
“All of her April activities have been postponed or canceled so she can take care of her voice properly.”
“Sparks has been going nonstop over the past two years and now she’s going through the normal course of learning how to manage and care for her voice.”
Of course, if something is seriously wrong with Jordin Sparks, I don’t think her management would be upfront about that.
Hopefully, Jordin’s problems aren’t serious, and she is able to get on the road in May. Her career has really been picking up steam lately. Her single with Chris Brown “No Air” climbed to #3 on the Billboard Hot 100 last week, and her album, Jordin Sparks, climbed to #17-it’s highest chart position since it debuted at #10 late last year.
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According to Rickey, who has been keeping track of the Season 7 Idols on the iTunes charts, David Cook’s “Always Be My Baby”, as of 4/20, has been #1 on the iTunes Top 100 4 days in a row.
Also, I posted the Billboard charts on Friday. The chart has its own header tab, check above, or use this handy link. As you can see, the Idol Gives Back performances did very well on the charts this week.
Daughtry’s “What About Now” debuted on the Hot 100 at #18. It helped move his album, Daughtry, from #36 to #15 on the Billboard 200 this week. Jordin Sparks, Jordin Sparks moves to the #17 spot on the Billboard 200, no doubt helped by her appearance with Chris Brown on the Idol Gives Back week results show. “No Air” climbs to #3 on the Hot 100. Not too shabby!
Other Idol IGB performances on the Hot 100 this week: Carrie Underwood, “Praying for Time”, #27, Top 8, “Shout to the Lord”, Annie Lennox, “Many Rivers to Cross”. And, The Top 8, “Don’t Stop the Music” is #23 on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles Chart.
“Over the Rainbow” by Brother Iz debuts on the Hot Digital Tracks chart at #20 and re-enters the Hot Digital Songs chart at #11. Check out the chart to see how the IGB singles did on The Hot Digital Tracks and Hot Digital Songs chart. Also, check out the chart for Kirsten’s complete Idol sales report for last week.
song and album links are iTunes links…
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Kristy Lee Cook performs on The Ellen DeGeneres Show and Live with Regis and Kelly.
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A snapshot of Idols’ singles radio play culled from Mediabase charts as of this morning. Find out where your favorite Idol stands on the radio after the jump.
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The Idols were in Las Vegas this weekend, taping their mentoring sessions with Andrew Lloyd Webber at the Venetian hotel.
This week’s theme is songs from the Andrew Lloyd Webber catalog.
There is speculation that Jason Castro might sing “Memories” from the musical Cats. Will David Cook sing something from Jesus Christ Superstar? According to Miles Siggins, on the TV Guide channel Idol Wrap, David wanted to wear a full suit this week, but he and Miles compromised on a suit and jacket look. Hm.
What do you think the Idols should sing? I’ll post my list in a bit. But in the meantime, post yours!
ETA: There are some great lists in the thread. I’m going to leave the picking to y’all who know what you are talking about. I will say, I’ve been listening to these songs on Rhapsody. Brooke White and Jason Castro have the biggest challenge ahead of them, as many of these songs have big ranges and are difficult to sing. I’ll also say that ALW could give Syesha Mercado yet another change to overstep the bounds of her singing range if she’s not careful. David Cook, David Archuleta and Carly Smithson could all have moments Tuesday night if they pick their songs carefully.
But who knows? The guys pwnd the girls with Mariah Carey. At this point, it’s anybody’s game!
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Mother Nature stalls Earth Day event
U.S. Park Police halted a rain-soaked rally and free concert on the Mall in advance of Earth Day tomorrow when a thunderstorm with lightning entered the area just after 4 p.m.
The event, which drew thousands of environmentalists and music fans, was organized by the Earth Day Network in partnership with the Green Apple Music and Arts Festival and included performers such as the Roots, O.A.R, and Warren Haynes.
Blake Lewis, a past runner-up from the TV show “American Idol” opened the festival and offered apologies for the dreary weather to the youthful crowd.
“I’m from Seattle,” he said. “I’m sorry. I brought the rain with me.”
Ominous signs for ‘American Idol’
MAYBE it’s not as shocking as, say, Aussie heartthrob Michael Johns getting voted off the show.
But the news still surprises: “American Idol’s” ratings are down. Way down, among some viewers.
Could it be that the singing smash, which has entirely reshaped television over the past seven seasons, is finally proving mortal? And if so, what will that mean for Fox, the rest of the TV industry and Ryan Seacrest’s career?
. . . this season the show has shed nearly one-fifth of women viewers ages 18 to 34 — one of its most important constituencies — and is down a comparable amount among kids 2 to 11. That’s a bad sign, because children and young adults are generally the first to bail on a show that’s getting crow’s feet.
‘Idol’ singers who sing first may not last
First may be the worst for American Idol singers.
The leadoff performer on an Idol finals night stands a disproportionately greater chance of being eliminated than those who follow, according to an analysis of Idol’s seven seasons.
In 69 finals episodes, 20 singers in the No. 1 spot have been voted off, seven more than would be expected based on statistical probability, says Nick Straguzzi, co-founder of WhatNotToSing.com, which collects and analyzes Idol data. In four out of six weeks this season, the first finalist has been in the bottom three, twice being eliminated. “The No. 1 slot is by far the most dangerous for finalists,” Straguzzi says.
But…we already knew that, didn’t we?
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Jordin Sparks is still scheduled to appear with Alicia Keys on tour this week. However, she canceled all of her appearances this past weekend, due to vocal cord problems. According to her publicist, Tice Merriweather, “Unfortunately Sparks is ill and has had to cancel some concert dates in order to get well as soon as possible…She is recovering well, and we are wishing her the best.”
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Monday 4/21 - Kristy Lee Cook appears on Live with Regis and Kelly. Kristy Lee Cook appears on the Ellen DeGeneres Show. Kristy Lee Cook appears on Fuse tv, The Sauce. Randy Jackson appears on Jimmy Kimmel Live (repeat).
Tuesday 4/22 - Randy Jackson appears on the Ellen DeGeneres Show.
Wednesday 4/23 - Mandisa is nominated for 2 Dove Awards. They take place at the Grand Ole’ Opry in Nashville TN. 7 pm. The Gospel Music Channel will air the awards. Phil Stacey, Jordin Sparks and Chris Sligh will appear.
For More Information check out the Idol Appearances Page…
Idols on Tour…After the Jump…
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photo: Kelly Clarkson performs in New Amsterdam April 6
Folks have been raving about Kelly Clarkson’s performance of “Ave Maria” in front of Pope Benedict Saturday at St. Joseph’s Seminary in Yonkers. Her performance is stunning-beautiful and understated.
Check it out after the jump…
Also here she is performing “Since You Been Gone” at a youth rally prior to the Pope’s appearance:
Fox 5 New York
thanks for posting the video, sciencefan
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Is American Idol Still Emmy’s Biggest Loser?
Last year “American Idol” finally won its first Emmy, which thus, presumably, buried the threat of America’s most successful TV show reigning as the biggest loser of TV’s top award. The record to beat was 25 defeats held by the old “Newhart” series (1982-1990). After last year’s Emmy derby, “American Idol” ended up with 28 losses, one win.
But, wait: Two arguments can be made that “Idol” is still really Emmy’s biggest loser. Read on.
Pope Youth Rally: Kelly Clarkson Performs
Kelly Clarkson sang the “Ave Maria,” at Pope Benedict’s youth rally at St. Joseph’s Seminary in Yonkers. The first “American Idol” warmed up the crowd before the pontiff’s arrival with sings ranging from rock to spiritual. Check out the video.
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ETA: Whoo Hoo! We’re back! The database is now on it’s own dedicated server! YAY! Carry on, peeps… Thanks for your patience. Team Plaid is next!
I know, it’s getting ridiculous, but I’m sure I’ve finally worked through all my dumbocity. I will be successful tonight!
The site is going down at 12:05 am EDT. Check back in about 45 minutes to an hour. You can hang out in chat in the meantime:
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Here’s something weird. I posted this announcement from Penn State University in today’s headline thread:
Due to an unfortunate illness, Jordin Sparks has been forced to cancel her show scheduled for this Sunday, April 20, at the Bryce Jordan Center.
Sparks’ doctor has advised the Jordan Center that the former “American Idol” winner cannot perform due to an acute vocal cord hemorrhage condition. Because of the risk of permanent vocal cord damage, Sparks has been ordered to strict vocal rest and will not be able to perform anywhere until her condition improves.
The Jordan Center apologizes for any inconvenience caused by this uncontrollable circumstance.
That doesn’t sound good. She’s also supposed to take part in an Earth Day event in Washington DC Sunday, and she’s supposed to start a tour with Alicia Keys this weekend, but so far there haven’t been any other announcements of cancellations. Vote For the Worst reports that there is more to the story. Hmmm…
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Michael Johns attended the US Weekly Hot Hollywood Party on Thursday. What’s the deal with the homemade t-shirt?
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American Idol Gambling Odds Have Archuleta And Cook Favored
David Archuleta is no stranger to being favored in the American Idol competition. He has been the odds makers choice since the finalists were announced, and continues to be a favorite.
He is now joined at the top, however. David Cook started out the live performances somewhere in the middle of the pack. He has consistently performed at a top level, and is now a co-favorite with Archuleta. Both contestants are +100 to win.
Starr Report: At least for now…
OK, so now Paula Abdul will perform on the “Today” show, after canceling her original April 25 live performance (part of the show’s summer concert series). Abdul is now scheduled to appear on “Today” Friday, Aug. 29 - the first show back in New York following “Today’s” two- week sojourn to Beijing for the Summer Olympics.
Abdul’s rep said yesterday that, “She looks forward to performing for her loyal and supportive fans and being a part of the prestigious ‘Toyota Concert Series on ‘Today,’”- attributing the cancellation of Abdul’s April 25 “Today” performance to a “production commitment” on “American Idol.”
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ETA: Ok. So tonight’s NOT the night! I had a few snafus. I hope to finish tomorrow night. I’ll let you know.
Thanks for your patience!
Ok. I’m giving it another go. I’ll be shutting the site down at midnight tonight in order to move it to a bigger server!
The server change will be quick, but it might be a little while before you see my site again. It’s sort of like when you move. You have to tell everyone you know that you now live at another address. It’s the same on the internet, only in reverse. Nameservers have to “discover” that I’m living somewhere else now. Until then, they will point to the old server. I’ve made some changes to my configuration so that they find out the address change sooner rather than later, but these things can take time.
So be patient! By Saturday morning, I hope to be up and reachable by everyone.
Thanks for your patience…
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