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Crystal Bowersox Was Proud To Break The ‘American Idol’ Mold
And yes, she’s aware that her uniqueness might have cost her the season-nine crown and that a certain part of the American public might consider her to be a bit, well, odd, but she has no regrets, and she doesn’t plan to change anytime soon, no matter what people might think of her. In fact, she’ll openly discuss all the things that made her stand out from the “Idol” herd, because they’re also the things that make her an individual.
“Oh yeah, like the fact that I have missing teeth and that I don’t comb my hair. I mean … I think that unique people are really what colors the world, ” she told MTV News. “It’s a beautiful thing to be your own individual, and in high school, you get pushed into being the same as everyone, and then, once you’re an adult, you look for the differences in people. That’s what’s interesting about life and humanity.”
“It bothers me a little bit, because why pigeonhole anything? I’ve got songs that are country, I’ve got blues and rock … R&B … there’s really nothing that I’m not open to, and I don’t really want to be in one genre, ” she said. “It’s really the market that does that. People don’t know how to sell your album unless you are in a specific category on the shelf. So, hopefully, that won’t happen too much [with me].”
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Carrie Underwood sees album-sales gains after ‘Idol’ performance
Carrie Underwood’s performance of Undo It on last week’s American Idol finale helped her Play On album remain the best-selling from an Idol alumnus last week. Weekly sales of Play On increased 36% as Carrie jumped from No. 35-No. 24 on The Billboard 200.
Other Idol acts on The Billboard 200 this week: Adam Lambert (-6%), Daughtry (-26%) and We Are the Fallen (-1%).
video: Lee DeWyze: “It’s Going to Be Intense” Touring and Recording Album
Since Wednesday’s finale, both have signed record deals and will begin working on their albums while on tour this summer. In the meantime, DeWyze and Bowersox will join the rest of the Top 10 in rehearsals for the American Idol tour, which kicks off July 1 in Auburn Hills, Mich.
“We’re still working on the set and the order I’m gonna do them in, but I’m definitely looking forward to songs that I’ve picked, ” DeWyze — who hinted he’ll be covering a Kings of Leon song — says. “It’s going to be really fun.”
American Idol finalist Michael Lynche to visit St. Petersburg City Hall and area schools Thursday
St. Petersburg-raised American Idol finalist Michael Lynche called Mayor Bill Foster on Monday with a serious challenge.
“He said, ‘I’ve got one day and one day only, ’” noted Foster, “‘And I want to use the whole day to talk to kids.’”
So the city is arranging a whirlwind tour of local schools for Lynche on Thursday, where the 4th place Idol finalist is expected to answer questions and sing a few songs with his guitar.
Kellie Pickler performs on ‘Fox & Friends’ Friday.
Kellie Pickler will perform her current single, Makin’ Me Fall in Love Again, on Fox & Friends “All American Concert Series” Friday morning at 8 a.m. Eastern. The Fox & Friends site will feature additional coverage, including a performance that won’t be shown on TV.
SomethingPitchy Broadcast Exclusive: Interview With ‘Idol’ Alum David Archuleta
Today, season 7 runner-up David Archuleta paid a special, jam-packed visit to the SomethingPitchy studio to promote his new memoir, ‘Chords of Strength.’
Among the many topics discussed in this 43-minute-plus interview: The inspiration behind writing a book, details on his upcoming CD, his thoughts on ‘American Idol’ season 9 and a look back at some of his most memorable tweets.
We Are The Fallen Interview – They Are Not Evanescence!
Yes there are some obvious similarities between We Are The Fallen and Evanescence. They have many of the same band members, they have a similar sound, but there are differences. One notable difference being Amy Lee lead Evanescence but We Are The Fallen is headed by American Idol contestant Carly Smithson. And there are more – but we will let them tell you.
‘Idol’ winner’s concert appeals to fans
When attending a concert for the Season 8 winner of “American Idol, ” one could only assume a crowd of screaming teens and devout reality television viewers would accompany the talented singer.
Unexpectedly, the audience at Tuesday night’s Kris Allen concert at the Overture Center included both families and middle-aged couples, as well as a rather tame hoard of groupies.
Besides the surprise in fan demographic, Allen is everything any fan of “Idol” would expect. He has killer charm and his pitch perfect voice resonates, two things undoubtedly pleasing to every ticket holder.
‘Idol’ winner Allen keeps a piece of Wisconsin with him at all times
First, Chris Daughtry sold out the Resch Center last month. Then, “Idol” crowned Lee DeWyze its latest champ on last week’s season finale. And now 2009’s winner, Kris Allen, plays the Meyer Theatre on Sunday.
Though he may no longer be the newest Idol, Allen is still riding the wave of stardom all the way to his music-filled dreams.
Anoop Desai Blog – 06/02/10
It’s been a busy couple weeks! In addition to taking a lot of meetings, I’ve been busy writing, and focusing on the next few weeks, which with any luck, will be the biggest yet. A few things to run down:
1. “All is Fair (Crazy Love) will be the next single, and the first single being pushed to radio. Although I was overwhelmed by the support for “My Name, ” I think that “All is Fair” is the perfect summer song, and we’re looking forward to support from radio and fans to make that the case!
2. The next release is already in the works, a 2.0 or Deluxe edition of All is Fair in the fall. This edition will feature new content.
American Idol Mini-Concert in Midtown
MYFOXNY.COM – American Idol madness took over Broadway Wednesday afternoon, with performances by some of the top 10 from Season 9.
Winner Lee DeWyze and runner-up Crystal Bowersox performed a duet in Herald Square, right outside Macy’s. They said it was their first time in New York, and they were loving it.
Astoria’s Michael “Big Mike” Lynche and Casey “Six-Pack” James also strapped on guitars and took to the stage.
‘American Idol’s’ Kara DioGuardi on Crystal vs. Lee — ‘consistent’ vs. ‘growth’
Zap2it caught up with “American Idol” judge Kara DioGuardi to dish on Season 9 — Lee vs. Crystal and what she’s up to before the Season 10 auditions kick off.
We first had to ask about the finale. How did she feel about Lee DeWyze winning over the season-long front-runner Crystal Bowersox?
“I don’t think people vote on the specific night. They don’t go, ‘Whoever does the best during the finale is gonna win, ‘” Kara explains. “Crystal was at the forefront of the competition from very early on, but it’s very difficult for the front-runner to win the competition. The underdog comes up and takes it.”
Kara on the Today Show
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‘America’s Got Talent’ tops ‘Glee’ with its own New Directions
This is a choir called New Directions. And last night, they beat a diiiiifferent choir called New Directions: The season premiere of America’s Got Talent topped Glee in the ratings last night, averaging around 12 million viewers to Glee‘s 9. Maybe this ensemble of formerly homeless veterans can teach Rachel Berry a thing or two about determination and perseverance.
‘Glee’ finale: Rachel and Finn sing ‘Faithfully’ in the finale
It looks like the first season of “Glee” is coming full circle — Rachel and Finn won our hearts (and made some of us cry) with their first episode performance of “Don’t Stop Believin.'” They will now be closing out the season with another Journey classic — “Faithfully.” Check it out!
Their harmonies on the first verse are just gorgeous. Will it be a happy ending for these two crazy kids at the end of Season 1? We certainly hope so, after all they’ve been through this season.
