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Scotty McCreery could be most popular ‘American Idol’ ever, says Nigel Lythgoe

“If Scotty wins, I believe he could be the biggest ‘American Idol’ selling artist of all time, ” Lythgoe tells Zap2it.

“Whoever it is, the fact is, it’s America’s vote.”

Read more at Zap2it

You might want to check out my Idol Finale Week Facts AND Rumors thread: Pia Toscano is rumored to be duetting with Charice, Steven Tyler is rumored to be performing “Dream On” with a Full Orchestra and the tidbit below, which is confirmed. Check out the thread HERE. I’m adding to it all the time.

More ‘American Idol’ Finale Performers Revealed

A production source tells The Hollywood Reporter that in addition to U2’s Bono and The Edge (who are performing with the cast members from Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark), show judge Steven Tyler will be singing onstage.

And, he’ll be in good company. According to the source, the Aerosmith frontman will be joined by Carrie Underwood, Lady Gaga and Beyonce who will perform a group medley along with contestants Scotty McCreery and Lauren Alaina.

Read more at THR

Today’s Idol Appearances

• The winners of Dancing With The Stars appear on Live with Jimmy Kimmel ABC
• Kimberley Locke performs at 36th annual Gracie Awards Gala, Beverly Hilton Hotel, sponsored by the Alliance for Women In Media (AWM).
• David Cook performs “Don’t You Forget About Me” live on tonight’s Idol final 8 pm FOX. The Glee finale follows at 9 pm. And on NBC, it’s The Voice at 10 pm (So much TV, so little time…)
• Fifteen former Idols have partnered with AT&T for an Idol reunion outside of the Nokia Theater where they will perform a special concert and do meet and greets before the final show. 1 pm PST

@IdolsNow: Matt Rogers will be reporting from SCOTTY McCREERY’s hometown of Garner NC on the “American Idol” finale Wednesday night. (Mikalah Gordon will be hosting Lauren’s hometown party in Chattanooga)

@DweezySignal: “Lee DeWyze is NOT performing at the S10 American Idol Finale. (Confirmed by management) He is also no longer scheduled to perform at the KISS Viewing Party in LA. (confirmed)” Hm.

@LeeDeWyze tweets, “Hey guys, no I’m not performing at the Finale. I wasn’t asked to . A lot of questions so I thought I’d fill you in. Talk to you soon.”

And…Lee’s brother Mike is really really angry.

The finale page is up on AmericanIdol.com. Check it!

Kelly Clarkson Christening Galleria Microsoft Store Next Month

Rebecca Black turned out to be a hoax, but the Galleria might still be getting a visit from a pop star soon.

According to Chronicle technology columnist and blogger Dwight Silverman’s blog this afternoon, the former American Idol winner will perform at the Galleria’s brand-new Microsoft store on June 25, two days after it is scheduled to open.

Read more at Houston Press.com

Today’s Idol Appearances

• Simon Fuller gets a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. David Cook & Carrie Underwood, Kris Allen, The Top 13 and more Idols are expected to attend. 11 AM PDT. Hollywood Blvd in front of W Hotel.
• Chris Colfer appears on The Piers Morgan Show, CNN 9 pm
• Randy Jackson appears on Chelsea Lately, E!

Today’s Idol Appearances

• The Billboard Awards air on ABC (Jennifer Lopez presents, Kris Allen nominated) 8 pm
• Allison Iraheta performs at A Taste of Pinelles Vinoy Park, St. Petersburg, FL 2:15 pm

Today’s Idol Appearances

• Kellie Pickler performs at Rivermont Park, Owensboro, KY
• Siobhan Magnus Performs at the Mohegan Sun, Poconos. More info HERE.
• Andrew Garcia performs at John Hancock Hall today. More information HERE.
• Jordin Sparks performs live at Darien Lake Theme Park, Darien NY. More info HERE.
• The GLEE tour begins TONIGHT in Las Vegas, NV at the Mandalay Bay Center. See the tour schedule HERE.
• The Oxygen network is running a Glee marathon all weekend!

Country music songwriter, Tim Nichols tweeted last night, “American Idol finalist Scotty McCreery recorded one of my songs tonight in L.A.!” Nichols wrote “Live Like You Were Dying” and other songs. Check out his wiki HERE.