Easter service uplifts thousands – MURFREESBORO — Hands and voices were raised in worship Saturday at the Easter service hosted by World Outreach Church at MTSU’s Murphy Center, which holds more than 11,000 people. The WOC Praise and Worship Team sang and had people standing and clapping their hands. Former “American Idol” contestant Lauren Alaina performed a few songs as well. “I just about lost it,” Alaina said, “when I saw these kids singing and dancing. I remember being a little girl with a big dream. I started singing in church.” “I’m honored to be here. That just made my whole day,” she continued, wiping tears from her eyes. – Read more at DNJ.com
Idology – Top 7
Jason Derulo: Jordin Sparks Is My ‘Backbone’ – Apparently, it took a trip to tropical paradise last summer to bring Jordin and Jason, both 22, together romantically. “We became friends but it wasn’t until we were performing together in the Bahamas that things began to hot up [sic],” Derulo revealed. “We got to talk more and more. We’ve been together happily for seven months now.” Derulo explained how his boo’s support helped him through his devastating neck fracture, which forced him to cancel his entire tour in January. “Being in a relationship has changed me a lot. When I feel lonely I can pick up the phone and she’s there for me. It’s really cool to have that backbone.” Likewise, Jason has been supporting Jordin through the tragic death of her “Sparkle” co-star and idol Whitney Houston. – AOL.com
Life after ‘Idol’: Jasmine Murray pursuing singing career, offers advice to Skylar Laine – She was named Jasmine because her mother thought it would stand out in the entertainment world. “I know that sounds weird,” Lisa Murray says, “but I just always had the feeling she would grow up to entertain people in a unique and special way.” And now, while working on a demo of pop/R&B songs she has written or co-written and also studying communications at Mississippi State University, Jasmine is preparing for the Miss Mississippi Pageant in Vicksburg June 27-30. Yes, she will sing in the talent part of the competition – I Am Changing, the Jennifer Hudson song from Dreamgirls. – Read more at the Clarion Ledger
Divas looking to move – J.Lo is “Dancing Again,” with a new saucy video starring boyfriend Casper Smart, but our sources wonder if she’s trying to dance out of her Island Def Jam (IDJ) deal and back to her erstwhile Epic record label. Sources tell On the Money that the latest song by Jennifer Lopez (pictured), “Dancing Again,” has been marketed by Sony’s Epic, even though she’s still under contract at the Universal Music Group label, run by Barry Weiss.
The ever-unpredictable singer, who also graces Vogue’s cover this month, is said to be thinking of a reunion with Antonio “L.A.” Reid, who’s been redecorating Sony’s Epic label. – Read more at the New York Times
Don’t quit your day job! Steven Tyler dresses in bizarre ensemble to host fashion show alongside daughter Chelsea – As he was hosting a fashion show for his collection alongside his glamorous daughter Chelsea, it appeared Steven Tyler was making a special effort when it came to his wardrobe. The American Idol panellist donned an eye-catching pair of flared jeans, which were embellished with a huge number of sparkly beads. The 64-year-old wore the unusual trousers with a pair of brown cowboy boots. Read more at the Daily Mail
Eben Franckewitz National Anthem & Josh Hutcherson First Pitch HQ
Aw. His voice cracks a smidge on the high note, but Eben does a solid job of the Anthem before the Cincinnati Reds game. There’s an extra bonus for you Hunger Games fans! (Although the fan video is taken from pretty far away).
