December 2011 • Page 3 of 28 • mjsbigblog

Behind The Scenes With “Smash” Featuring Katharine McPhee

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Playbill went behind the scenes of Smash as the production shot a fantasy sequence in Times Square. Series stars Katharine McPhee and Megan Hilty sing the Rihanna song, “Cheers (I’ll Drink To That)” as series producers, Craig Zadan and Neil Meron, talk about the production.

Watch after the jump.

Idol Sales News – Week Ending 12/25/11

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Now with Album numbers. Just waiting for download numbers. How many units did the X-Factor contestants move? And what was the opening numbers for the first wave of Adam Lambert’s new era? It looks like

Idol Headlines for 12/28/11

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Lee DeWyze will be singing the National Anthem at the Chicago Bulls January 1st game. More information HERE.

Family Members Furious Over Singer’s Engagement

X Factor’s Drew Covers Bon Iver’s “Skinny Love” (VIDEO)

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Drew Ryniewicz covers Bon Iver’s “Skinny Love”. Fans of the X Factor finalist chose the song for her. Kind of a perfect choice, for her sweet, haunting vocals.

Watch the video after the jump.

Is Steven Tyler Engaged?

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Steven Tyler’s girlfriend, Erin Brady, was spotted wearing a big diamond ring on her left ring finger.

Did Steven pop the question over the holidays?

David Archuleta – Wait – V Channel Premiere – VIDEO (UPDATED)

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David Archuleta’s new music video for “Wait” debuted on the Asian music channel V.

Check out a fan made capture of the video, after the jump.

UPDATED with HQ Video

Simon Cowell Planning an X Factor “Bloodbath”

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Simon Cowell told People magazine after Thursday’s X Factor finale to expect a “bloodbath” next year. It looks like Simon is ready to make some major changes to the FOX fledgling show. “Can we make

HDD – Album Sales Prediction : Dec 19-25

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Traditionally, the week before Christmas is the biggest week of the year for albums. With Christmas falling on the last day of the week, that should remain true for this year despite the economy. HDD’s

Idol Headlines for 12/27/11

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Chris Daughtry performs at the Belk Bowl Pre-Game Activities – Daughtry and Edwin McCain perform at Belk Bowl FanFest, 2-7 p.m.

Lauren Alaina Talks Fox New Year’s Eve Show – “American Idol” sweetheart Lauren Alaina certainly won’t be on her own when she celebrates New Year’s Eve in Las Vegas as part of Fox’s “American Country New Year’s Eve Live.”

Kelly Clarkson – iTunes Sessions – Available Now

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Kelly Clarkson’s iTunes sessions are available for download now. The set features 8 NEW acoustic versions of beloved hits and songs from her new album Stronger, plus bonus interview.

Set list and download link after the jump.