Today Idol headlines after the jump ¦
The Red Sox Overtake Yankees as #1 Seller According to TicketsNow Entertainment Index
…American Idols Live, a summer concert tour that features the top 10 finalists from Fox’s hit show American Idol, shot up the ranks to the top of the concert category, with 8.8% of the concert tickets sold and 2.5% of the total tickets sold on TicketsNow. The American Idols’ tour jumped last month’s number one, Kenny Chesney, who dropped to number three in the concert category with 6.3% of concert tickets sold. The Police retained the number two spot for the second straight month with 7.1% of the tickets sold in the concert category…
Butte County competing in the Special Olympics Summer Games
…American Idol star, Katharine McPhee and world renowned performance artist, David Garibaldi, will be performing at the opening ceremonies at Haas Pavilion on the Cal Berkeley campus…
Treat your ears to new sounds
There are a few big shows, but it’s good to see a lesser-known act, such as former ‘Idol’ contender Elliot Yamin.
…Elliot Yamin: Yes, there’s life after “American Idol.” Yamin finished third during the fifth season of the TV show. He’s on his first solo national tour with a CD and a major label. Remember: “American Idol” winners were not always the most talented, and Simon Cowell did say that he thought Yamin had the potential to be the best male vocalist ever on that show. Sunday, Seattle…
Spurs Smother LeBron to Take Game 1
… American Idol winner Jordin Sparks sang the national anthem…
What’s going on
2 local events will celebrate LaKisha
Let the LaKisha Jones lovefest begin…
Hilton’s home, jailers won’t talk
…Abdul blames glands
Wonder about what’s really wrong with Paula Abdul? Star magazine reports she admits she is battling Addison’s disease — a malfunction of the adrenal glands characterized by fatigue, muscle weakness and loss of sex drive. “I’ve been going through … a difficult time, ” says the “American Idol” judge.
Abdul likely needs daily medication or hormone injections or both. “Otherwise with Addison’s, the person loses interest in life and gets depressed, ” says autoimmune specialist Ron Kennedy, who spoke with Star…
ABDUL PERSONALITY
FIRST LOOK AT ‘HEY, PAULA’
THE first line of the classic ballad “Hey Paula, ” for which Paula Abdul’s upcoming reality show is named, goes: “Hey, hey Paula, I wanna marry you.”
Oh, boy. Doesn’t that make you want to go right back: “Hey, hey Paula, your Freudian slip is showing?”
Abdul: …Open To The Idea Of Adoption
…The single 44-year-old wants to raise a child with a father figure, but if she fails to find a suitable man before it is physically impossible for her to get pregnant, she will adopt.
…With medical technology these days, I could have children by myself using a donor. But I would rather be in a relationship so the child has a father to help instill core values, she says. …If it meant for me to have children naturally, I absolutely will. I love kids, I really do. And kids love me….
Amanda Bynes Sought Musical-Making Wisdom From John Travolta
…As far as Tony is concerned, the current, yearlong competition — offering a top prize of $100, 000 and a music publishing deal — is giving tunesmiths a chance to shine. He notes that in recent times, the industry has been so focused on singer-songwriters, “if Cole Porter was around today, he wouldn’t have a record deal. I don’t think he was able to sing.” However, “American Idol” — with its contestants performing songs written by other people — is helping “the door open up again.”…
When is a fundraiser attracting 8, 000 women considered a bomb? When it’s for Democrat Hillary Clinton.
…American Idol singer Katharine McPhee fled from Jenkins in the parking lot as he tried to get her on the record about Clinton, saying she only wanted to sing and support women and have a good time. According to the chyron, “‘older’ audience wasn’t playing along with McPhee.” …
Famous sons recount fathers’ wisdom, lessons
In ‹My Dad & Me, Larry King shares a collection of stories about fathers from a host of his notable friends. Read an excerpt
…Ryan Seacrest’s dad helped him reach the …American Idol stage by quoting the wisdom of Confucius ‘ …Choose a job you love and you’ll never work a day in your life. Superagent Bernie Brillstein’s father told him: …Always have clean fingernails. King’s new book, …My Dad & Me, is a heartwarming collection of stories about fathers from a host of Larry’s famous friends…
Ruben Studdard at Civil Rights Museum on Saturday
American Idol winner Ruben Studdard will be appearing at the National Civil Rights Museum on Saturday, June 9th, as part of the 50 Million Pound Challenge…..
Ted Casablanca
Judge Jumpers?
Okay, this next item falls under the rumors and speculation stage, but, uh, when has that nit-pickin crapola ever stopped me? Like Im gunnin for a Pulitzer here, or somethin? So, let goss away, anyway: According to one blabbin’ Industry type, loopy but lovable Paula Abdul and way too nice Randy Jackson may say sayonara to American Idol come next season.
My breathless boob-tube type insists Paula and Randy are in very preliminary talks to do their own show, separate from Simon Cowell. Reps for both Paula and Randy have not responded as of yet, but if this bailing biz were indeed true, itd bring up some interesting questions, to say the least:
‘Idol’ winner’s former voice coach is UCO grad
With her vivacious personality and stunning vocals, Jordin Sparks won the hearts of the American public and walked away with the 2007 American Idol title May 23. And it can be assumed that one UCO graduate and vocal teacher didn’t miss her former student being crowned winner.
Melissa Black earned her bachelor’s degree in voice from Oklahoma City University and her master’s in vocal music education at UCO. She also attended the AIMS Institute of Musical Studies in Graz, Austria.
Sparks was a student of Black in 2004, read Music By Melissa website. “We all knew she would make it to the top, ” read Black’s personal website. “It was an honor and privilege to have had her in my studio.” ………
Before They Were Pop Stars
…Paula Abdul: More known for her stint as a judge on American Idol than her singing talents, Paula Abdul – straight up, I’ll tell ya – did have a career as a pop star. But, before she was a star herself, she just worked with them. This dancer turned Los Angeles Laker Girl began choreographing for huge names in the music business when she was only twenty years old. Paula’s clients included The Jacksons, George Michael, Debbie Gibson, INXS, the Pointer Sisters, and Dolly Parton. We also suspect that she taught the animated cat from her “Opposites Attract” video a few moves…
Bands rock out with ‘Friday Night Fever’
…One of the judges that night, Alaina Alexander, is an RHS alumnus and also the first American Idol contestant to represent the city of Redlands.
When asked whether she was excited to be a judge at the event Alexander responded, “Definitely, being able to watch music no matter how old the contestants are, will always inspire me. In addition, it was great to be able to come back to RHS and see the changes in the way people dress.” …
OnStage: Steele ‘ready’ for Penumbra
… The Penumbra production also includes James Craven and Jamecia Bennett, mother of “American Idol” finalist Paris…
LATimes.com Reports Record Page Views in May
…Their Showtracker blog also brought in record traffic thanks to Richard Rushfield’s posts about American Idol…
‘Temptation’ shows where the beef is
…VIP guests included “American Idol” singer Lisa Tucker, “Under the Tuscan Sun” director Audrey Wells and Ducks defenseman Joe DiPenta, who also appears in the book…
Our top music picks for the weekend, 6/8-6/10
Elliott Yamin: Here we have a former “American Idol” star who’s pumping out R&B and soul music, with lyrics lacking in a certain emotional complexity and nuance, but with a clean, easy voice. 8 p.m. Friday, Roseland Theater…
Franklin woman battles back from deadly illness
…This Sunday, June 10, a family-friendly wrestling event is planned at 4 p.m. at the Franklin High School field house. There will be a performance by former American Idol finalist Ayla Brown, of Wrentham, and performances by wrestling stars Doink the Clown, Antonio, Spike Dudley, and Rick Fuller, among others…
Pimp My Writing: When Journalists Use Archetypes
How two ancient story forms dominate popular and political culture in America — and what journalists can learn from them.
…Think of the ways in which “American Idol” has dominated the entertainment industry. Consider how character story lines generate interest in the show. Yes, Simon, it is a singing competition. But it helps that Kelly Clarkson was a cocktail waitress in Texas, that Fantasia was a single mom, that Taylor Hicks sang in college bars and honky tonks…
Gossip, Gossip! Weekly ‘Rag Mags Wrap-Up’
…I wonder if Taylor Hicks Girlfriend boyfriend will finally realize they are broken up now that FULL size pictures of them smooching in Hawaii are on the stands…
Volkswagen Taps Wilco for New Commercials
Well-respected alternative rock band Wilco has gotten in some hot water from fans for lending songs from its latest album to Volkswagen for a new ad campaign. VW has always used interesting soundtracks for commercials, so it no surprise theyre not using Chris Daughtry for their next campaign. We really dont see why Wilco fans are complaining about the commercial; they should complain about how dull the new record is instead….
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Jason Aldean going strong
…And speaking of new artists, how about that Bucky Covington? The former “American Idol” contestant continues to gain traction with his country music career.
Bucky debut single, “A Different World, ” enters Top-15 territory this week, and it also happens to be the top video of the week on CMT. Since mid-April, Covington self-titled debut album has sold more than 140, 000 copies…
Katherine has an odd warm up!
Katharine McPhee had some wacky moments right before she hit the stage yesterday. Kat was there to wow the crowds with her singing in support of Hillary Clinton campaign for President in Washington D.C.
I particularly like the bendy method of hiding your face from the paps with your leg, that a new one! Makes me want to continue my yoga classes!
KELLY CLARKSON HAS NEVER LOOKED BACK SINCE HER ACROSS-THE-NATION CORONATION’ BUT AFTER MILLIONS OF ALBUMS SOLD, FISTFULS OF AWARDS, AND A RUN OF HIT SINGLES, SHE’S DECIDING WHERE SHE GOES FROM HERE.
*link provided by Jadore in yesterday’s thread, reposted for those that may have missed it.
