Idol Headlines for 07/20/07

This was posted in chat this morning, sorry I can’t remember who to credit for finding it I was on the phone at the time.

A Few Sales Tricks
Can Launch a Book
To Top of Online Lists

For $10,000 to $15,000, you, too, can be a best-selling author.

New York public-relations firm Ruder Finn says it can propel unknown titles to the top of rankings on Amazon.com and Barnes & Noble with a mass email called the Best-Seller Blast…….

WSJ

TGIF! thanks as always for the news this morning, Lisa B

and a very very happy birthday to Elliott, what a wild and crazy year it has been, from worrying, speculating to a top ten hit, successful cd, tour and more to come!

Morning LisaB and all.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SEXYGIRL! and Elliott!

Enjoy the day.

That was a nice article on nice, honest Elliott. Happy birthday, Elliott!

Happy birthday, too, sexygirl.

Nice article on Elliott…very nice. Happy Birthday Elliott! Hard to believe this time last year I was waiting to see my first ever Idol Tour (7/29 in Richmond). Now thanks to many of you, I feel like I’m a little bit of an expert on AI!

Happy Birthday to you too Sexygirl!!!!!

Happy Birthday, Sexygirl, and Elliott! :drunk_tb:

Some more numbers from Ken Barnes today:

“Taylor’s Just to Feel That Way, the first single from the album, has sold 8,700 downloads. The current single, Heaven Knows, has 7,700 sold… Katharine’s new single, Love Story… 31,000 sold so far,”

Happy Birthday to fellow Cancers Elliott and Sexygirl. :king_tb:

In that same article that jpfan is quoting from, Ken has this to say about Bo:

“Will [Taylor] still be recording for BMG or, like Bo’s upcoming second album, go indie?”

Can we take this as confirmation that Bo is not with Sony/BMG any longer?

Poptart has the 3rd and 4th Webisodes available. Webisode 3 is called “Getting the show on the road” which is about rehearsals (R.J. Durrell is the choreographer they show). Webisode 4 is called “What to Wear” which covers the press tours and costuming.

http://www.poptarts.com/americanidolslivetour/index.shtml#home

Happy Birthday Sexygirl and Elliott!

Awwww, thank you guys for the b’day wishes. I get to share my day with an IDOL…Happy Elliott…

à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Will [Taylor] still be recording for BMG or, like Boà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s upcoming second album, go indie?à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ 

Ken is spending to much tine read these fans chat-sites. Why wouldn’t Taylor still be recording for BMG. Didn’t he win AI. Bo, just all the runner-ups before him, unfortunately had to prove himself with cd sales. And, who really knows why he was dropped. At It seems as if some is very quick to label Taylor a failure because of his cd sales but don’t be so quick to dismiss him. I kinda of recall a young lady who was quickly dismissed by some fans as a failure but is now more established than all of the Idols. I know we follow the AI pattern of measuring success by cd sales but in the real world it’s about establishing yourself as an artist and not just a cd seller..

Said it before (sigh) and will say it again. Most artists would be thrilled to have sales of almost 700,000 CD’s. I wonder how many of BMG’s singers have sold that many. Gotta stop comparing Taylor’s sales to that of other Idols,IMO.

Blake seems to be the favorite on the AI tour this year judging from what I’m reading (haven’t seen the show). I wonder how his music will sell? I’m guessing that he will (at least initially) be the top seller. There I go comparing…. :lol_wp:

RE:

THURSDAY: One more argument that Taylor Hicks never should have won season five of à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“American Idolà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ : Elliott Yamin.

Makes me wonder when writers will ever stop the this- idol-is-better-than-that-idol schtick. Goodness, gracious it’s been over a year now and we’re way on our way to planning for season 7 and here they are still playing that “who-should’ve-won-last-year” game. Unfreakin’believable !

Its conceivable that Taylor will want to move away from a major label with the associated costs of production and promotion, and the unfavorable terms of the contracts.

This is what I got off his webcite it states that billboard announced :
BO is signed with indie lable “StratArt”

Someone can verify this….

This is what I got off his webcite it states that billboard announced :
BO is signed with indie lable à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“StratArtà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ 

I managed to find the article:

BO BICE

TBA (StartArt)à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’ Sept. TBA

Season four “American Idol” runner-up Bice is getting back to his Southern roots on the follow-up to his 2005 debut, “The Real Thing.” “I enjoyed ‘The Real Thing,’ but [the new album] is more a labor of love,” says the Helena, Ala., native, now inked to indie StartArt. “It’s really me getting back to the roots of what Bo is, which is a Southern rock album and nothing more.” Recorded in Nashville with producer Frank Liddell, the album boasts more songwriting credits from Bice, who had little say the first time around. He also hand-picked all of his collaborators, including Gary Nichols and Chris Tompkins, whom Bice has known for more than a decade. “American Blood,” one song co-penned by the pair, is a slower, country-driven support song for U.S. troops.

http://www.billboard.biz/bbbiz/search/article_display.jsp?vnu_content_id=1003607797

I believe that that’s what I read in my Billboard Magazine (that he’s signed with StratArt). I’ll check when I get home.

And Elliott was too nice about season 6. They flat out sucked; the general consensus was that season 6 wasn’t as good as ANY year, let alone season 5.

That article also mentions Carrie and Jordin’s new album (Carrie’s says pretty much what we’ve seen in the press releases)

JORDIN SPARKS

TBA (Arista)à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’ November TBA

Jordin Sparks has been doing what most “American Idol” winners doà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’ juggling rehearsals for the American Idols Live tour while planning and recording her debut album. “I definitely want [the album] to be radio-friendly,” says Sparks, who’s been in the studio with the production team Stargate. “I would love to do a mix between, like, Kelly Clarkson and Beyoncà ©. That kind of sound would be really cool.”

So, Billboard thinks she’s signed to Arista.

Back to the topic of Bo. As I said before, no one really knows why he was let go but I really don’t feel that it was because of cd sales.

Technically with AI, only the winner gets a multi-record deal. It seems as if the runner-ups are given a one cd record deal with option to extend if the record company chooses to. I think since Clay sold so well his first time out he contract was extended. Diana Degarmo and Justin were let out of their contract. Again, don’t know the real reasons behind their situation either. My feels with Bo being dropped, if he was indeed dropped, has more to do with his health than his cd sales. Bo has been quite sick for quite a while and still seems to be have problems with his health. That cannot bode well for him, as far as meeting a cd deadline. If the record label feels his health is more of a hinderance than it’s worth, I could see them not extending his record contract.

Watch this trailer and tell me if someone looks familiar
http://crazy-themovie.com/media/trailer.html#

Its conceivable that Taylor will want to move away from a major label with the associated costs of production and promotion, and the unfavorable terms of the contracts.

Why is it conceivable. Are you going to tell me that if Elliott had gotten a chance to sign with a top notch commercial record label he would pass it up for an Indie label. Give me a break. Taylor is fine right where he is at.

Bye guys..See you later..

$50,ooo for teeth is that right like wow.. I could but two cars for that,right now just a go cart. Then some in California may spend more on a kick -butt party..

HAPPY B_DAY ELLIOTT and SEXY remember to party hardy and enjoy!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks Kristen …..

Elliott’s indie deal is still a little murky. Who paid Stargate for the two songs on the album? They’re huge hitmakers and I’m sure don’t normally give songs to third place idol finishers. I figured Elliott financed the album himself. Anyway, it’s paid off for all concerned. Wait for You is becoming a bigger hit daily.

I think Constantine has the same indie deal as Elliott. I didn’t realize winners got multi album deals. So there are perks to winning after all.

Why is it conceivable. Are you going to tell me that if Elliott had gotten a chance to sign with a top notch commercial record label he would pass it up for an Indie label.

Well, you would have to ask Elliott, but I think he seems happy right where he is. Not only does he get a bigger piece of the pie, but he got to make the record that he wanted. It’s not unheard of for artists to leave big labels for smaller labels or to start their own. It happens.

And Elliott was too nice about season 6. They flat out sucked; the general consensus was that season 6 wasnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t as good as ANY year, let alone season 5.

Seriously? Do you have empirical evidence of this claim? j/k. Actually, I think this years crop is terribly underestimated by the critics. They are a talented bunch, they were just unfortunate enough to come at a time when the show became so big, the show itself overshadowed the contestants. TPTB are going to have to right this if the show is to remain the outrageous ratings success it’s been.

Sammy, I also noticed that overall Blake seems to be getting good reviews on the tour. I am looking forward to the Tacoma show to see how they’ve progressed since Tampa.

As for Bo, it doesn’t really matter to me if he was dropped or if he asked out of his contract. I’m just glad he’s going to make the album he wants to now. I hope he’s healthy.

MJ – I found this link on VFTW – consider it a gift. http://cgi.ebay.com/Win-a-call-with-American-Idols-Constantine-Maroulis_W0QQitemZ140140072315QQihZ004QQcategoryZ60QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

“I kinda of recall a young lady who was quickly dismissed by some fans as a failure but is now more established than all of the Idols.”

Jennifer (presumably) or anyone else isn’t more established than Kelly and Carrie–or even Fantasia or Chris. Both have multiple grammies, critical not just retail awards, peer praise and respect, and are two of the biggest stars in their genres–even if My December struggles. And Jennifer has to excel w/ original material to be a true musical not just acting artist. Plus it takes more than one role–no matter how successful–to establish oneself in the movie industry.

MJ – I found this link on VFTW – consider it a gift. http://cgi.ebay.com/Win-a-call-with-American-Idols-Constantine-Maroulis_W0QQitemZ140140072315QQihZ004QQcategoryZ60QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

:lol_tb: :lol_tb:

Umm… is this for charity?

It doesn’t indicate that it is. I don’t really know.

Constantine really is the gift that keeps on giving. Perhaps I should bid so that I can tell him that Ace has a deal.

LOL pj!

Well, you would have to ask Elliott, but I think he seems happy right where he is. ,

I would like to think that all the Idols are happy where they are at. Okay, maybe not Kelly. At least not of late..LOL

As far as the music world is concerned, nothing is unheard of. Artist try different labels all the time. It’s just a matter of what you want and where you want to be..And, if the label will sign you.

Jennifer (presumably) or anyone else isnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t more established than Kelly and Carrieà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’or even Fantasia or Chris.

I was actually talking about Fantasia. It’s really hard to say where Jennifer’s career will florish. She does have a couple of good options thou.

Okay, I’m off for good..LOL

Hello peeps since posting the headlines my house has been flooded on the groundfloor.

Bloody rain!!!!!

Just giving you the heads up, if it gets worse I may not be able to do the headlines, I am at the moment waiting for the pumps to arrive but the whole area is awash.

Good luck Lisa. I’m sorry to hear about the flood. Been there, done that, not fun.

I love Elliott’s CD. Every single cut on it is great, and it surprises me that more people aren’t buying the entire CD rather than just a single or two. I especially like “Alright” and “Free” and “Train Wreck”. He sounds phenomenal, and like he was really having fun doing the recording. Happy Birthday Elliott!

That sounds awful, Lisa B. Where are you in Englands? I have relatives in the Midlands and they’ve been complaining about the rain for weeks. Stay dry.

Good luck Lisa!

Lisa,

No worries. I can take over while your busy. I hope you aren’t left with too much of a mess. Flooding sucks.

Makes me wonder when writers will ever stop the this- idol-is-better-than-that-idol schtick.

Agreed. I’m a dyed-in-the-wool Yaminion, so I love it when the press says something nice about my boy. But I will be forever grateful to Taylor for the LMBO “shadow” concerts last year–not just for the one I was fortunate enough to attend, but for all the others whose clips showed up on youtube. Taylor and Elliott rocking the sh*t out of “Use Me”? Priceless!

Though I will be going to the AI concert this year, it’s a little bit of a letdown that there will be no uber-cool after-concert concert. Taylor shined in that element, and I suspect that a few of the current crew could really cut loose and have a blast, too. Imagine Melinda doing “Me and Bobby McGee,” Phil whipping out some old-school Hank Williams Sr., or Gina killing “Landslide.”

sexygirl Jul 20th, 2007 at 10:17 am

Back to the topic of Bo. As I said before, no one really knows why he was let go but I really donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t feel that it was because of cd sales.

Technically with AI, only the winner gets a multi-record deal. It seems as if the runner-ups are given a one cd record deal with option to extend if the record company chooses to. I think since Clay sold so well his first time out he contract was extended.

For at least the first 3 seasons Sony/BMG signed anyone they wanted to, they get first rights to any of the top 12 they want. The ones they don’t sign must wait 90 days after the finale before signing with anyone or even talking about any deals they may be looking at.

Clay has a multi CD contract. Most likely 5 CDs or 7 years, whichever comes first. The label can drop anyone at any time but the artist can’t drop the label. I’m sure if he could have, Clay would be long gone from RCA. He recently told some fans at a M&G that his 4th CD may take a long time to materialize because he will hold out for originals if it takes many years of fighting. He does not want to make another covers CD like Clive wants. It could get ugly.

Elliott is signed as a recording artist to a publishing company that also has him signed as a songwriter, Sony/ATV, which has just started up a label, Hickory, which has no in-house sales or promotion or distribution functions. It’s not corporately connected to SonyBMG’s labels like J or Arista or Columbia.

Sony/ATV owns massive numbers of classic songs, like the entire Lennon/McCartney Beatles catalogue, as publishers. They also have as writers big hit makers like Stargate. Basically, Sony/ATV asked their own current hit writers to kick in a song or two for the project. How did Stargate get paid? Probably there was something paid for the time spent in making the record…but Sony/ATV paid the big bucks to sign Stargate’s publishing to begin with. So it was Sony/ATV’s obviously good relationship with its currently signed writers that made it possible for Elliott to get a crack at something as A-list as “Wait For You.” That could easily have gone to Omarion, Usher, Mario, Ruben, you name it. But Elliott got the friends-and-family deal from a fellow Sony/ATV signee.

Ohhh, PS, I wish Elliott could put out something as hardcore R&B as “Bed” by J. Holiday, which was written by a guy who goes by the name “The Dream,” who co-wrote “Umbrella.” That song’s going to be a monster.

Thank you so much bambambam for explaining the Sony/ATV deal. They kicked in the songs, Elliott was probably responsible for his own promo.

I guess Sony/ATV figured Elliott had enough fans from idol to make some money. It was probably a very inexpensive album to make since Elliott’s counsin owned the recording studio and produced it. So E got a discount there as well.

With this kind of deal, people can probably make some $ even without monster sales. I wonder how Constantine will do.

Lisa, I’m sorry to hear about the floods. I know what that’s like and it sure ain’t pretty. Ugh! I hope the damage isn’t too great…

On to more pleasant things…I got Planet Earth today. That Royal Mail Service sure is fast! Woo-hoo! Many thanks!

Lisa, I’m so sorry about your flooding. Good luck with the cleanup.

Happy, happy birthday, Sexy and E!

Idol Chartwatch, July 20: Was Clive Right About My December?
by Donna Reynolds — 07/20/2007

Music sales were down last week, and while Kellyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s album remains in the top ten, her third week sales slipped dramatically. Two other American Idols have achieved milestones, however, and Elliott continues to thrill and amaze! Read on for more…

http://www.foxesonidol.com/cgi-bin/ae.pl?mode=1&article=article2163.art&page=1

‘Idol’ Update
Constantine Maroulis: Cheese Whiz
Checking in with the busy season 4 ”American Idol” finalist, who tells EW.com about his role on ”The Bold and the Beautiful,” self-releasing his new CD, and keeping expectations reasonable

http://www.ew.com/ew/article/0,,20007164_20008533_20047223,00.html

‘Idol’ Update
Constantine Maroulis: Cheese Whiz
Checking in with the busy season 4 ”American Idol” finalist, who tells EW.com about his role on ”The Bold and the Beautiful,” self-releasing his new CD, and keeping expectations reasonable

Something we’ve learned about Constantine Maroulis since his sixth-place finish on season 4 of American Idol: He’s a master multitasker. This is the guy who, barely a week after being eliminated, was announcing a TV development deal with Kelsey Grammer. Then, before you even had a chance to say ”Cheers,” he was hitting the stage in New York, joining the cast of Broadway’s The Wedding Singer and, later, the Off Broadway Jacques Brel Is Alive and Well and Living in Paris. Since then, Constantine has toured the country playing solo gigs, gone to work on his debut album, Constantine (out Aug. 7), and even found time to guest on the CBS soap The Bold and the Beautiful. Call it a work ethic he inherited from his Greek ancestors or an unabashed attempt to prolong his 15 minutes, but one thing’s for sure: Constantine is determined to stick around…

http://www.ew.com/ew/article/0,,20007164_20008533_20047223,00.html

I am a member of BoBice.com, Bos official website and over there they say he is signed with StratArt like you guys said. His CD is due out Sept 17th or 18th..too lazy to go look..lol. You can go to BoBice.com and look at the front page there is a contest to design Bo’s new CD cover and I dont think you have to be a member to do that. The new CD will probably be called “American Blood” after a song Bo wrote for the troops. It is a great song. I saw Bo in Bessemer, AL a few weeks ago and his new songs are wonderful. I recorded a few and put this one on Youtube.
http://youtube.com/watch?v=b5hWcMfL5yM
I hope the link works.

I’m sorry I messed up the first time I posted that Constantine article and then double-posted. Sheesh!

Oh well, as Constantine himself says, “As long as they’re talking about me, that’s all that matters.” Heh.

Certainly it must be easier to gaze toward Phoebe than Simon Cowell.
Yeah, a little bit. Although he might have liked it. He did call me ”smoldering.”

Oh Constantine…LMAO

Thanks later – Big Bo fan here. I love that acoustic singer/songwriter stuff he’s putting out. Good for Bo for reverting back to his true musical self and puttin’ out some great music! This is what I wanted to hear after Idol and if switching record companies enabled him to do this, then I say more power to him. I might actually buy this CD (I never did the first).

purplesmile
Jul 20th, 2007 at 2:19 pm
Idol Chartwatch, July 20: Was Clive Right About My December?
by Donna Reynolds à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’  07/20/2007

Clive was right.

Justin’s on a roll

Justin Guarini is on a roll.

It’s kind of a quiet one, but it’s a roll all the same…

http://blog.mlive.com/idolchatter/2007/07/justins_on_a_roll.html

Fantasia Proves Broadway Isn’t Just Dumping Ground For Failed ‘American Idol’ Singers

…Word came late last week that Fantasia has re-signed with “Purple,” meaning she’ll play Celie until January. New York’s Daily News reported that a new Broadway show was being written based on the life of nightclub legend Ada “Bricktop” Smith for Fantasia to star in…

http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1565195/20070719/index.jhtml

Five of a kind for ‘Idol’

Five singers from Saginaw are hoping to follow in the footsteps of LaKisha Jones.

Now, young hopefuls will make their way to the Mid-Michigan Idol finals at 3 p.m. Saturday during the Fox 66 “Bringing it Home” festival at Flint’s Perani Arena and Event Center, formerly the IMA…

THE SAGINAW NEWS

RUMOR MILL

ALL CLEAR: Clear Channel Radio will no longer stipulate that indie and unsigned acts waive their digital rights in return for the airplay CCR is required to give the indie sector as part of its payola settlement, Digital Music News revealed this morning. The requirement raised the ire of groups like the Future of Music Coalition, which filed a formal complaint with the FCC, while also prompting a Senate inquiry. The new wording in the contract states: “In the instance when Clear Channel makes the decision to use the content for terrestrial broadcasting and, as a result, for simultaneous transmission through online streaming … Clear Channel shall be subject to and pay for all applicable current and future statutory royalties as well as public performance royalties.” A copy of the revised contract can be found at http://www.digitalmusicnews.com/stories/0719007clear. (7/20a)

HDD RUMOR MILL

CAILLAT BUBBLING OVER, NOW 25 AND HOW
Universal Republicà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s Colbie Caillat Crashes Top 5, Thanks to à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Bubbly,à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  UMe’s Now 25 in Line for #1

…Otherwise, ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s pretty much business as usual. UMeà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s release of Now 25, the latest edition of the best-selling hits compilation set, will easily be #1, with a total that looks now to be between 220-230k, but could go even higher, depending on weekend traffic.

New Lineà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s Hairspray soundtrack takes advantage of the film version of the musical based on the 1988 John Waters movie, starring John Travolta no less playing the role popularized by the late cross-dresser Divine and then Harvey Fierstein on Broadway, set to land at #6 with between 50-55k in sales, or even higher depending on the weekend box office. That would put it in a dogfight with WBà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s Linkin Park, Interscope/A&Mà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s Fergie and RCA/RMGà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s Kelly Clarkson. Universal Republic chanteuse Winehouse (50-55k) rounds out the Top 10.

HDD NEWS

Big EW article on “the Real winners of American idol” out today. Very interesting read if I can find the link. It rates eight on their post Idol career.

Go Hannah!

NOLA Jul 20th, 2007 at 3:36 pm

Go Hannah!

For NOLA. And for me. (And for other interested parties.) Heh.

http://youtube.com/watch?v=Jypo7UqK7sU

Finally, somebody singing (well) an Elliott song that is not Wait For You!

http://youtube.com/watch?v=8r9Wt1Mfj_c

(I swear I am not a posting bot, peeps. I just need to be reminded that the next time I go out with friends on a Friday night, I don’t end that night drinking one tall cup of cafe americano, with half a refill. Heh.)

And also regarding Elliott, I thought it was an interesting tidbit to learn the conditions of Elliott’s deal with Simon Fuller: that he could do whatever he wanted, just that he had to hold off his release until all of the BMG-signed Idols released. Seems pretty reasonable.

MJ:

Seriously? Do you have empirical evidence of this claim? j/k. Actually, I think this years crop is terribly underestimated by the critics. They are a talented bunch, they were just unfortunate enough to come at a time when the show became so big, the show itself overshadowed the contestants. TPTB are going to have to right this if the show is to remain the outrageous ratings success ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s been.

Don’t get me wrong, though. While this season remains to be my least favorite of the six, I did have my favorite singers: Stephanie, Melinda, Phil & Jordin. I’m not a hardcore fan of theirs like I am Elliott’s (lol), but they were the only ones that kept the show together for me.

Phil was terrible for a while, but I think he progressively improved. Stephanie left WAY too early. And post-Idol expectations or not, Melinda, hands-down deserved to win….especially over BLAKE (can’t wait for his 70% beat boxing, 20% musical production, 10% singing album).

Jordin can definitely sing…but after 6 years of American Idol…meh. Been there, done that.

purplesmile
Jul 20th, 2007 at 4:01 pm
NOLA Jul 20th, 2007 at 3:36 pm

http://youtube.com/watch?v=Jypo7UqK7sU

Aww, purps, thanks!!!
Gotta love Hannah. The youngsters need someone they can idolize!

Lisa B. A thank you for the Taylor link from yesterday!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PoGdbbjggdM
This performance of The Right Place is what I’ve been looking for from Taylor. Still think this should’ve been his first single. Wow

Happy birthday, sexygirl! Happy Birthday, Elliott (wherever you are)!!

Lisa, sorry to hear about the flooding. That’s never fun. I hope you’re able to sort this mess with minimal problems.

Big EW article on à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“the Real winners of American idolà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  out today. Very interesting read if I can find the link. It rates eight on their post Idol career.

Blast…I won’t be home until later this evening and I’m sure my copy of EW is presently sitting in my mail box. I’m interested in reading this.

I was at Lowes yesterday and they were playing Taylor’s Dream Me Awake. I liked it!

That’s what makes Taylor unique, when you hear his music, his voice is instantly recognizable.

Was reading Idols schedules and see Taylor will be opening twice in Sept. for Earth, Wind and Fire. Nice!

http://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/story?id=3393129&page=1

Did Kelly Clarkson Commit Career Suicide?
The Decision to Challenge Music Mogul Clive Davis May Have Backfired

Yes, is what some pop-music charters are whispering as U.S. sales of Clarkson’s third album, “My December,” begin to slide.

Thatà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s what makes Taylor unique, when you hear his music, his voice is instantly recognizable.

By not following in a ‘pop’ genre and not being a ‘pop singer’, as more and more people are beginning to realize, the pressure is really off of him at this point. He can release a more true-to-style second album, where expectations of sales are lower and get a much more grittier, soulful, bluesy album. I’ll exchange big sales numbers for a more satisfying record any day of the week.

WV Idol Fan , Lowes seems to like “idol” music because while shopping there at different times I have heard Taylor , Bo , Carrie and Kelly C.

Well, Constantine finally got to kiss the girl in the Bold and the Beautiful. But it ain’t the young girl — Phoebe. It was an older ( and sexier ) woman — Felicia. See the episode here.

I believe the ESPY’s were supposed to be replayed tonight-did anyone watch?

Happy Birthday Sexygirl and Elliott!!!!!