Richard Millsap added to the Casey James Band
“[I] gotta give credit where its due — Gonzy was my drummer and close friend for years, ” Millsap wrote on Facebook this morning. “Gonzy gave Richard his first real drum set. As Richard improved, he replaced Gonzy around 10 years ago when he was 11 years old. When Casey was looking for a drummer last Christmas to join his band, Gonzy told Casey Richard was the one. Richard had to earn it, [he] flew to Nashville and after nine drummers auditioned … well, as they say, the rest is history.”
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J.Lo Is Furious That ‘Idol’ Is All About Steven Tyler
Who predicted ‘American Idol’ would be in deep trouble without Simon Cowell at the helm? Me, you, everybody, that is until Steven Tyler stepped up to breathe new life into the decade-old series, thrilling just about everyone — save for Miss Jennifer Lopez.
“This was meant to be Jennifer’s big comeback, ” an insider complains to me. “The entire re-branding of the show was built around her, but now it’s all about Steven 24/7.”
While Jennifer’s the one normally lavished with attention, I’m hearing she’s getting annoyed with all the people asking her about the Aerosmith legend.
Snarked my source: “She’s mystified at how this happened and has made it very clear to the producers that the cameras need to spend a little more time adoring Jennifer’s favorite idol — herself!”
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Steven tweets:
Workin on new song (OXYGEN) Will B in book… WROTE 6 NEW SONGS THIS WK. 4 NEW ALBUM W/ BAND….LOOK THE FERK OU
Headin to places unknown 4R&R IT’S LYRIC HELL & IM IN HEAVIN..TG MY TRAIN O THOUGHT MAKES ALL THESTOPs ALLABORD
Looking at pictures for book. Found pix of some of the guys naked pre-72. They’re gonna hate me but love that I did
Alrighty then!
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Kady Malloy video premiere
Kady (Malloy) from Katy has come a long way since season 7 of American Idol. She’s performed throughout Texas and much of the country, opened for Timbaland at the House of Blues last year and, now, linked up with Nashville fiddler Andrea Young.
Via Live 360
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NBC Announces Carson Daly as Host of New Competition Series “The Voice, ” Due to Premiere in Spring 2011
UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. – February 1, 2010 – Carson Daly, host of NBC’s “Last Call with Carson Daly, ” will host NBC’s compelling new vocal competition series “The Voice, ” from the hit-making reality show pioneers John de Mol, Mark Burnett and Warner Horizon Television. The announcement was made by Paul Telegdy, Executive Vice President, Alternative Programming and Production.
“Carson is the perfect choice to host this exciting new series owing to his credibility, popularity and relevance in both the music world and social media, ” said Telegdy. “As he has demonstrated on his late-night show, Carson has the knack of recognizing new talent, which is a key component in ‘The Voice.'”
“I have a true appreciation for authentic, raw talent and ‘The Voice’ is all about finding that, ” said Daly. “Having worked in the music industry for many years, I am looking forward to hosting ‘The Voice.’ This is a show based strictly on vocal performance — giving all kinds of talented singers the opportunity to reach millions across the country.”
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