Idol Headlines for 11/08/11

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Scotty McCreery and Lauren Alaina will appear on All Access Nashville with Robin Roberts ABC at 10 pm
Danny Gokey performs at the Grand Ole Opry tonight.
David Cook, David Archuleta, and Constantine Maroulis perform at Ronald McDonald House in New York, NY.
Josh Gracin performs at The Maverick in Tucson, AZ.
Bo Bice performs FREE concert at Dooleys Bar in Nashville, TN.
Phil Stacey performs at Monroeville Assembly of God in Monroeville, PA.

Matt Giraud tweets, “My new video hit over 1,235,000 views on YouTube! Craziness.. I got some news! I’m performing at the official CMA after party this wed.!!”

Kelly Clarkson Hits the London Promotional Circuit

Making the most of her time across the pond, Kelly Clarkson was spotted out promoting in London, England today (November 8).

The “My Life Would Suck Without You” songstress gave a big smile to the paparazzi as she posed for pictures during visits to BBC Radio 1 and ITV studios.

Read more at celebrity-gossip.net

Brad Paisley & Carrie Underwood Preview the 2011 CMA Awards

Carrie Underwood talks about her next album. She says it’s edgy and mostly uptempo.

Bucky Covington Goes to Prison for a Day

“Bucky Covington, recently signed to the eOne label, shot the video for his next single, “I Wanna Be That Feeling,” at the Tennessee State Prison in Nashville. The site isn’t one most people would likely pick for the clip to a love song, but Covington jokes that prison “kind of makes sense, if you think about that.” While at the jail, Covington couldn’t resist the opportunity to sit in the electric chair where a long line of prisoners were executed. He escaped without incident, though the remote possibility that he could’ve been jolted with electricity could’ve made that an unwise move. “Looking back,” he says, “I’m agreeing.” The single ships in January.”

Read more at Billboard.biz

Josh Gracin Talks ‘Redemption,’ Working With Ruben Studdard Again

“I worked on this one for a little while,” he tells Billboard.com. “I think I handed it in to the record company about six months ago. They took it at that point, got it mastered, and tweaked a few things. They got done with it at the end of August. Now we’re here.”

Gracin collaborated with Ruben Studdard on “Catastrophe.” He had the song written, but realized it needed a little bit of work, and sent him a message via Twitter. “I didn’t know if he would see it or not because you never know who’s actually doing the pages. He sent me a message right back, and he lives in Birmingham. So, all I had to do was drive down there — about two hours — and we finished it. He came up with a brilliant bridge.”

Read more at Billboard.com

Newlywed Nikki Reed Tells Us Why Edward Cullen Wouldn’t Have Approved of Her Wedding!

PS: Was there anything from [Bella and Edward's] wedding that inspired your own wedding? Any elements?
NR: No, but that’s not because — I mean, their wedding was beautiful. It was beautiful, it was like a movie. It was sort of very classic and traditional and timeless and Kristen looked absolutely gorgeous. But my wedding was much more casual and sort of like, relaxed, and not as conventional. It was like hay bales and twinkle lights and no shoes and that kind of thing, which Edward Cullen would not have been okay with!

Read more at Pop Sugar

Jennifer Lopez: Glamour Women of the Year Awards Honoree!

She’s no stranger to swanky industry events, and Jennifer Lopez was spotted attending the 2011 Glamour Women of the Year Awards tonight (November 7) in New York City.

The “On the Floor” songstress, who has been spending her time as of late in Argentina scouting talent for her new show “Q’Viva! The Chosen” looked radiant as she made her way inside Carnegie Hall to join up with fellow guests including Chelsea Handler and Cindi Leive.

See the photos at celebrity-gossip.net

‘X Factor’s’ LeRoy Bell Can Laugh At His Lip Syncing Foible: ‘It’s Like a Spoof’

“When I saw it, I just fell out laughing,” Bell, 60, tells The Hollywood Reporter. “I was like, ‘What the heck?’ It’s like a spoof or something.”

It was treated like a major deception by some fans, launching countless cries of foul play on the part of the Fox show. But, the practice of singing to prerecorded vocals on songs isn’t unique to The X Factor, though it had to fully admit to the practice after Bell’s mistake caught the attention of fans.

Read more at Hollywood Reporter

‘X Factor’ Contestant Warned You Drink, You Smoke, You Lose

Josh Krajcik’s chance at winning $5 million bucks on “X Factor” could go up in smoke — because the singer’s doctor believes cigarettes and booze are sabotaging his shot at victory … TMZ has learned.

A source close to the production tells us, Krajcik was having issues with his voice giving out during practice last week — a doctor told him boozing and smoking were to blame … and Krajcik should stop both IMMEDIATELY.

Read more at TMZ

Backstage at DWTS: Which Stars Fell “in Love”? And Who’s Demanding Life in Prison for Conrad Murray?

That outspoken contestant, naturally, is Nancy Grace, who told our Ted Casablanca a few months ago that Conrad Murray “should have been charged with murder one.” So how does she feel about the guilty verdict handed down earlier today? “I agree with the verdict in the sense that he needs to be convicted,” she told us. “I disagree with the charging decision, as I have said from the beginning. He should have been charged with murder with a syringe to the knee as a murder weapon. He should be doing life behind bars. I only hope that the judge has the backbone to make sure Conrad Murray stays behind bars for the full four years, which is a pittance of what he should be convicted of and sentenced to.”

Read more at EOnline

Ricki Lake’s Latest ‘Dancing With the Stars’ Injury: A Bruised Ego

Ricki Lake is down, but she’s not out. The Dancing With the Stars front-runner didn’t fare too well during the week 8 instant Jive, earning her lowest score from the judges in weeks.

Backstage after the performance, she was clearly discouraged.

“Right now, my ego,” she said when asked what hurt most. “I’m just covered in bruises, it’s the same old, same old. I don’t want to complain. I didn’t do my best, but J.R. [Martinez] was amazing. My vote would be with him tonight.”

Read more at THR

‘Glee’ casting scoop: Chord Overstreet’s mom is… — EXCLUSIVE

Now that Chord Overstreet is reprising his role as Sam on the Fox drama, fans will be introduced to his mom Mary Evans, played by Tanya Clarke (Guiding Light). EW has learned exclusively that Clarke, who has also appeared on shows like The Defenders and NCIS: Los Angeles, will show up in the Dec. 6 episode and may recur.

It’s already been revealed that John Schneider (Smallville) will play Sam’s dad. Hey, the tow-headed teen had to get that blond hair somewhere!

Read more at EW.com

 
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  • Anonymous

    lauren alaina’s birthday today! :)

  • windmills

    He escaped without incident, though the remote possibility that he could’ve been jolted with electricity could’ve made that an unwise move. “Looking back,” he says, “I’m agreeing.” 

    LOL. Bucky cracks me up. 

    I’m interested to hear Josh and Ruben’s collaboration. 

    I think we can expect to see a bunch of Idols at tonight’s BMI Country Awards. Looking forward to Scotty and Lauren’s segments on All Access Nashville tonight too.

    I’ve always loved Carrie’s ballads but it seems like she’s really gone after more quality uptempos. I’m very curious to hear what “edgy” means for her. In June she was talking about having some folky, acoustic songs in her back pocket. Also curious to hear what Brad & Carrie have on tap for this year’s CMAs because they both seem very pumped. Haha at Carrie telling them if it doesn’t go over well then it was all Brad’s idea. Also, Brad: “I’m sorry I have no idea what you said but the answer is 35.” LOLZ!

  • http://twitter.com/ljrTR LJR

    David Cook performed “Fade into Me” totally acoustic at his show last night. beautiful as ever. what a voice.
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=TZ_-bZOMz38

  • mmb

    I love uptempo Carrie!!!! ( I’ve downloaded most of her uptempo songs but not the ballads) But edgy and Carrie are not two words I’d put together

  • Anonymous

    I’m guessing the headlines is the place for this???

    Adam tweeted:

    “adamlambert
    Adam Lambert

    You can do anything but lay off of my blue suede shoes!! say.ly/VGtXOr”

    So his blue shoes really were a statement. I have to say I didn’t like them on the red carpet but Kudos to him for that.

    ETA edited to remove extra spaces don’t know why they get added to a copy/paste

  • Anonymous

    Very nice.
    Love David’s voice.
    Just proves you CAN stand still, perform, and STILL “sell” a song.
    Beautiful.

  • windmills

    Her exact words were “a little more edgy” so she meant it as a relative term in the context of what she’s done in the past. Carrie’s not exactly the kind of gal who’s going to go around saying she’s edgy since she’s not big on kidding herself. I’m interested to see whether she’s talking about in terms of what she’s singing about, how it sounds, or both.

  • Anonymous

    Matt Giraud tweets, “My new video hit over 1,235,000 views on YouTube! Craziness.. I got some news! I’m performing at the official CMA after party this wed.!!”

    Matt Giraud and Lindsey Sky must have some hardcore fans, since they can pile up the youtube views, but those views aren’t translating into people buying the single.

  • tripp_ncwy

    Video of the Kris reference on Family Guy;

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UV7DMoBbXkE&feature=related

  • Anonymous

    Adam is playing new music for entertainment industry people in the UK and so far they seem pretty impressed:

    RyanJL Digital Spy’s Showbiz Editor.
    Just sat with Adam Lambert while he played a selection of tracks from
    his new album. Insanely great. Good luck to whoever picks singles!

    Super to meet you today Adam. Material is sounding bloody fantastic! Can’t wait to have a proper chat around release time x

    Chart Show TV
    @Chartshowtv Chart Show TV
    We just heard 6 tracks
    from new @adamlambert album – he played them to us personally! It’s
    gonna blow up in the UK – seriously good stuff!

    stefanieItaliaFaleo
    Loved adamlambert! He’s new material is INSANE. Seriously it will blow your mind. Pic of me and him to follow :)

    Leyton Bracegirdle
    Soooo I just spent an hour with adamlambert listening to 6 tracks from his new album! AMAZE!

    Apparently he played TWO pharell tracks plus 4 others. I’m a UK bert so hoping these noises are a good sign for era 2 in my country

  • CindyM

    nice for Matt G! I know his fans have been waiting for some gigs outside of MI.

  • tripp_ncwy

    JordinSparks:
    Im not performing on DWTS but the pro girls are doing a routine to my song I Am Woman! I can’t wait to see! http://tvovermind.zap2it.com/dancing-with-the-stars-tv-news/dancing-stars-week-8-rankings-perfect-scores-jr-martinez/103421

  • Dakota01

    Another tweet from the UK:

    @JAMESINREHAB JAMES INGHAM
    Just listening to @adamlambert new album….. All uptempo apart from 2 ballads & 1 midtempo. Some old skool funk! #adamlambert

    and this:

    @JAMESINREHAB
    JAMES INGHAM
    What I’ve heard from the album so far it’s really strong… #adamlambert no decision made on first single.

  • Anonymous

    looking forward to seeing the routine of Jordin’s song tonight.

  • callmecrazy

    Cheer up Ricki, dang, everyone has a bad week….don’t fall into Jennifer Grey boo boo/boo hoo mode!

  • Anonymous

    that is so cool.  Do you have a bit more context?  What is it about those six songs?

  • Indigobunting

    Danny should have good attendance at the Opry tonight- people are descending on Nashville for the CMAs.  Also appearing with him are Sunny Sweeney and Darius Rucker :)  Should be a great show!!!

    Hopefully he can get some social time in with Matt Giraud again since Matt will be in Nashville -so happy to hear Matt has a performance; that is great news for him.

  • Anonymous

    Actually, the vast majority of the views are not from fans, but from random viewers who don’t know Matt or Lindsey but are just looking around for new music or like the song and/or video.  It is a really interesting thing that I don’t recall seeing on this blog before, but I’m sure I’ll be corrected if it has happened.  Their video is one of those youtube phenomenon like the laughing baby or cat videos.  It is now on the front page of youtube/music, so people all over the world are watching it, sending it to their friends, favoriting it, etc.  

    So the real question is what happens to a youtube phenomenon from an independent release.  Will it pass after a day or so?  Can it translate into sales and/or radio play?  

  • Fullmoon

    Nigel’s tweet on Adam’s EMA performance:

    dizzyfeet
    Nigel Lythgoe

    @ADAMGASMIC Adam is unique, that’s why, win or lose, he’s a STAR. His performance with Queen was evidently outstanding?

  • Fullmoon

    JAMESINREHAB 
    What I can tell you is a lot of @adamlambert questions
    you want answering will be revealed in a Rolling Stones
    interview… #adamlambert

    Sounds like Adam is getting another Rolling Stone interview. Cover?

    Also SPIN magazine tweeted Adam EMA video. SPIN is one of THE snobbish magazine out there.

  • Anonymous

    Seems like someone spilled something which is supposed to be secret/surprise. Too late, James Ingham. Or is that intentional? LOL.

  • Anonymous

    Actually, the vast majority of the views are not from fans, but from random viewers who don’t know Matt or Lindsey but are just looking around for new music or like the song and/or video.

    How do you know that this is the case?  The video is on the front page of Youtube now, because it has gotten so many views, but how do you explain the incredible number of views that it had to pile up in order to make it onto the page?

    It’s understandable how cat videos can go viral, but how does a video by an unknown indie artist go viral.  How would people know about the video to go check it out.  And if you are saying that these one million plus views represent around the same number of individual viewers, what does it say about the song that people aren’t turning around and buying the single?  We know that having a video on Youtube that has a lot of views doesn’t mean that people won’t buy the single.  There are enough examples with people like Gaga, Bieber, Rihanna, and countless others that show that people will still buy the single if they like it.

    There are plenty of youtube (myspace) success stories, but the songs of most of those people weren’t available for purchase, but this one is, so I’m not sure how any label or person who has influence would view this situation.

  • Anonymous

    I can’t see too much wrong with being an artist whose video is getting a huge amount of views on YouTube. There’s always a “but” or a ”yet” to any situation. This still means great exposure for the artists. Why not look at the long term positive effect of getting one’s name out and getting known by a lot more people? It’s not always about how many records or albums you sell today, but about building a career. And since, up until recently, Matt wasn’t really getting any exposure, how is this bad in any way? Seems pretty darn great to me.

  • Anonymous

    This is what appears to be the case from watching youtube statistics, twitter traffic and the fact that this video was a minor blip on the AI blogs.  Since AI, Matt does not have any youtube videos with more than 40,000 views.  Lindsey is a complete newcomer, and this is her first video on youtube.  So it is not either of their fan bases, and for the most part, it does not appear to be AI fans either.  

    When the video first came out, it was linked from a large number of blogs related to AI.  I cannot explain how it went viral, but over the past week, we saw a number of compendiums of youtube videos picking it up, and this brought the views up exponentially.  Yesterday it received a million of its current 1.6 million views.   Now it is a “Trend” and a “Popular Video around the Web” on youtube and so the views continue to go up.  

    But I agree with you that I’m not sure how helpful this is until it translates into sales or radio play, and I’m wondering how/if it will transition.  

  • Anonymous

    And it’ll be fascinating to watch.  These viral phenomenons intrigue me.  Having one within the Idol bubble should be fun.

  • http://twitter.com/ljrTR LJR

    David Archuleta & David Cook just tweeted each other about looking forward to the McDonald house gig tonight, and looking forward to seeing each other.
    feeling the warm fuzzies.

  • Dakota01

    And the tweets keep coming from the UK:

    danwootton Dan Wootton
    Wow! @adamlambert just played me some of his new songs. It was musical ecstasy. Album two is going to be BIG. http://pic.twitter.com/6NBsIddR

  • Anonymous

    I can’t see too much wrong with being an artist whose video is getting a huge amount of views on YouTube. There’s always a “but” or a ”yet” to any situation. This still means great exposure for the artists. Why not look at the long term positive effect of getting one’s name out and getting known by a lot more people? It’s not always about how many records or albums you sell today, but about building a career. And since, up until recently, Matt wasn’t really getting any exposure, how is this bad in any way? Seems pretty darn great to me.  My question would be what’s the point of fans running up youtube views.  What are they trying to prove.  Is it logical to think that Program Directors or label insiders would look at this and say that this shows that a lot of people want to hear music from these two?  Is it logical to even say that the high number of views means that music from these two are reaching new people?  The most important thing is getting people to buy the album, that’s why I think it’s always weird when people do this with songs that are available for purchase, because if someone who could make a difference in the careers of these artists sees that the views aren’t translating to people buying the album, what type of conclusion would they jump to?  Would they say that people don’t like the music or the artists?I guess one bright side is that the artists get paid for the views that happen on their official channels.

  • Anonymous

    I see your point but it depends on so many assumptions.

    Someone who could make a difference to the artists’ careers (not sure who) is supposed to a) notice the video, b) notice the number of views it has, c) check to see if that is translating to sales or not, and d) conclude the artists are not worth signing because the views do not correspond to the number of sales. If I understand this correctly.

    I once read that an actor was cast in a movie because the producer’s daughter thought he was cute. Is that logical? Is anything in a crazy business logical?

    The way I see it is, exposure could lead anywhere. It’s better than no exposure. So it’s good. Maybe it will get people talking, and word of mouth will lead to demand. Maybe not. But beyond that how can I speculate?

    Doesn’t seem like Matt was upset about it, and he’s the artist, so he should know what he wants, or what he’s happy about.

  • djafan

    The David’s are getting ready for tonight!  They’ve connected on twitter :)

    DavidArchie
    David Archuleta

    Performing at the Ronald McDonald House tonight for the Calvin Klein Make A Difference Evening. It’ll be good to see @thedavidcook !

    thedavidcook
    David Cook

    @

    @DavidArchie looking forward to it man!

  • http://pulse.yahoo.com/_AGWO435FL6UN2ICRVTFLWRJZSA Lexie

    Scotty’s vid with Josh Turner went viral and then they pulled it for copyright issues (was top viewed in the world for about a day).  It got started because several bloggers loved how surprised he was…it was also the weekend of his Top 3 visit. 

    One thing I know is that the whole Scotty thing helped Josh’s sales so maybe if this Matt vid is part of something bigger.  But then again, these vids going viral doesn’t usually last long…I agree it can’t hurt though. 

  • Anonymous

    I have no idea why Matt’s video went viral, but I can assure you it is not a result of any organized fan activity. Neither Matt nor Lindsey have a fan base at this point that is capable of doing this (as someone who has been following Matt’s career pretty closely).  That was what I was trying to say in my previous post. 

    At any rate, I like Ross’s view that any exposure is good exposure.  

  • djafan

    A David A surprise???

    rmhnewyork
    Ronald McD House NY

    Where are all the @DavidArchie fans? We’ve got a surprise coming up for you! #MakeaDifference rmh-newyork.org/make-a-differe…

  • Blower

    I saw Scotty’s twitter page and he said he was playing Bowling with some friends. Is he still in Garner? I thought he’s already in Nashville preparing CMA’s for tomorrow. or he played bowling in Nashville? O_o

  • Anonymous

    It appears he is still in Garner.  Interesting!

  • http://pulse.yahoo.com/_AGWO435FL6UN2ICRVTFLWRJZSA Lexie

    http://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/video/scotty-mccreery-im-normal-dude-14901166

    Last night, ABC News previewed the Robin Roberts’ special showing tonight with a clip of Scotty–it’s among the most popular viewed on their web site…

  • Blower

    Oh thank you :)

  • djafan

    Great picture!!!

    DavidArchie
    David Archuleta

    Hanging at the Ronald McDonald house twitpic.com/7c8bd2

  • Tera2

    The X-FactorUSA posted on their site that Phillip Lomax will host X-factor Live Pre show tomorrow – Wednesday Nov. 9 at 7/6C on “thexfactorusa.com”.  Its only shown online though. Here is the direct link to the article http://www.thexfactorusa.com/articles/phillip-lomax-makes-his-comeback

    I didnt know the they do pre live shows, but I will watch it online to see Phillip cause he’s a favorite of mine.  I’m less interested in this show now once they took Phillip out (and a couple I like.) Phillip did win that X-factor poll of who people will miss most, so its nice they have him host this. He should have made top 12 and he’d be a good addition to the X-factor tour.

  • Tera2

    That’s a lot of youtube views.  I saw the video when it was posted here few days ago.  I liked the melody and vibe of the song and Lindsey Sky’s voice.

  • BonnieDee

    Lauren Alaina turned 17 today.  Happy Birthday Lauren!

  • Anonymous

    Now I know why I don’t like Nancy Grace. Micheal was mainly responsible for his own death, that’s why the charge was what it was. Her views are usually over the top and negative. Some folks must like her constant negativity and bitching as she has a TV show yet.

  • Anonymous

    David is looking mighty grown up. He’s a handsome – very handsome young man.

  • Anonymous

    DANG, he fine as hell.

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  • Tera2

    Haha. That’s cool they listed Kris Allen’s song on Family Guy.  I noticed they have Natasha Bedingfield and Depeche Mode on that music list too – I like their vibe and Kris.

  • Anonymous

    Both Lindsey and Matt tweeted about the video being up, so I don’t know if there is any way to know how many of those views are from their fans and how many are from random people just browsing YT.

    But no matter, it’s still great to see the video getting that many hits. I think it’s a very good song which deserves exposure. Hopefully a lot of people who watch the video will go and download the song off iTunes :)

  • Anonymous

    I don’t think that many views are going to be from their fanbase. I agree with what csprofm wrote. It’s kind of unpredictable the things that go viral sometimes. Anyhow I like Matt and wish him the best with the song.

  • Leena

    Are there no photos and/or videos coming from David & David’s performances last night ? I bet they had fun seeing each other!

  • Leena

    I’d like to also thank you MJ for every time you have posted David Cook videos, photos and news. I follow him on Twitter etc., but your site is such a treasure trove! 

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