by Tom on May 21, 2012
Ahead of Wednesday night’s finale (May 23), we’re continuing our look back at American Idol Season 11, this time by revisiting all the moments that gave us “goosies”, that made us cringe or that left us scratching our heads. We’ve seen it all this year: wannabe comedians , historic saves, criminal behavior — ALLEGEDLY! — and, um, bidets. It may not have been the most exciting run (hence the conspiracy theories surrounding Jessica Sanchez ‘s bottom finish that one time), but we’ve been treated to some gifted singers and extravagant guest performances. If that means sitting through countless dramatic pauses and awkward product placements, so be it
by Tom on May 21, 2012
Favorites is our recurring video series on the personal preferences of the pop artists who inspire us. Because the artists we love love stuff too. It’s impossible to hang out with Beth Ditto, Hannah Billie and Nathan “Brace” Paine — that’s Gossip , if you’re nasty — and not get the pants charmed off you. (Luckily, we wore a skirt to our recent interview with the threesome, narrowly avoiding an embarrassing pantless subway commute home.) While they’re out on the road promoting their latest LP, A Joyful Noise out Tuesday (May 22) on Columbia, we got the indie pop rockers chatting about the things that makes this world a “ Perfect World ” for them
by Tom on May 19, 2012
The finale is upon us, and our Idol finalists, staff, and alumni are thrilled. See what they had to say in 14o characters or less! Lisa Marie Presley (@LisaPresley) Whoa!! Idol performance and Grammy museum acoustic show all in one day, fun and exciting..Thanks 4 all the love:):) May 17 Michael Orland (@MichaelOrland) Congrats @JSanchezAI11 and @PPhillipsAI11 . What a great finale we’ll have.
by Katie on May 19, 2012
Season 8′s inspirational finalist, Scott MacIntyre , kicked off our finale week Twitter Q&A sessions. Here’s the transcript from the tweetalong. Which other alumni will be tweeting?
by Tom on May 18, 2012
Season 9′s saved finalist, Michael Lynche , released his debut single this week. He tweeted about that and more with YOU! Here’s the transcript from the tweetalong. Which other alumni will be tweeting? See the schedule ! @BigMikeLynche – So I’ll be doing a twitter party 6 ET tonight talking all things Idol, my new album, politics, celeb baby news, Africa…well not all that but hit me anyway.
by Tom on May 18, 2012
The road to the finale of Season 11 has been filled with out-of- this world performances from some of the most talented performers to ever grace the American Idol stage. With only 4 days to go until Phillip Phillips faces off against Jessica Sanchez for a chance at winning the American Idol crown, let’s take a look back at some of the best advice our award winning guest mentors have doled out to all the finalists. After the Semi-Finalist round, America voted and the 13 finalists were revealed.
by Alex on May 18, 2012
In honor of this week’s finale , we’re holding Twitter Q&A sessions with some of your favorite alumni from past seasons! For 30 minute sessions, ask the alumni anything you want – from their finale and tour experience with Idol to what they’re currently up to and everything in between. Use #IdolAlumniLive for each tweet. If your question is for a specific alum, be sure to mention their name! Today we had great sessions with Scott MacIntyre and Michael Lynche .
by Allie on May 18, 2012
TEEN CHOICE 2012 will once again celebrate the hottest teen icons in television, music, film, sports, fashion, comedy and the web in the choicest, star-studded two-hour event airing live Sunday, July 22 at 8/7c on FOX. American Idol is tied for second (with Justin Bieber) for most nominations. Starting today, fans ages 13-19 can vote once each day per category for their favorite TEEN CHOICE 2012 nominees at www.teenchoiceawards.com . Host(s), performers, presenters and additional nominees will be announced soon
by Erica Fields on May 18, 2012
Phillip Phillips , American Idol ‘s last standing male finalist of Season 11, has struck some good news this week, as he was voted into the Top 2 and will compete in next week’s finals against Jessica Sanchez . Unfortunately, the Dave Matthews -esque contestant has been suffering health issues with his kidneys all season, and doctors have urged him to undergo emergency kidney surgery as soon as possible, TMZ reports. However, Phillips has refused so he can continue competing on the show.
by Lucy on May 18, 2012
Singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and American Idol season 10 finalist Casey Abrams is set to release his self titled debut album on June 26 th , 2012 through Concord Music Group. Recorded in London with such acclaimed producers as Martin Terefe (Jason Mraz, KT Tunstall), Rune Westberg (Daughtry, Adam Lambert) and Steve Jordan (John Mayer, Herbie Hancock), and Executive Produced by American Idol’s Randy Jackson , Concord Records’ John Burk and 19 Entertainment’s Iain Pirie, Casey Abrams will feature two initial singles, “Get Out,” and “Simple Life,” which will be released on iTunes as a bundle on June 5 th . The album will also feature a cover of the Ray Charles classic “Hit The Road Jack,” with fellow American Idol alum Haley Reinhart . Fans can pre order their copy of Casey Abrams now at Amazon and can get a free download of “Simple Life” at Caseyabramsmusic.tumblr.com .
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