19 | February | 2009 | Idol Chatter & Voice Views

Season 8 Semifinalists, Tatiana Del Toro
A tribute to Tatiana

February 19, 2009 By Mark Franklin 0

She laughed her way into our hearts during the auditions. Her aura is so transcending, she infected not one, but two groups of singers during Hollywood Week’s Group Night. She has been selfless, tearfully thanking all the little people who have had a hand in her success. Clearly, Brent Keith isn’t quite sure what to…
Spinoffs
A closeup look at The Idol Experience

February 19, 2009 By Mark Franklin 0

Last week, I introduced you to The Idol Experience, the new attraction at Disney World in Florida. This week, Randy Flaum, assistant managing editor and visuals editor at The York Dispatch, visited the attraction. Here’s his blog on the experience: “Remember this name: Aaron Kelly. “The 15-year-old Tennessean won the right to get to the…
Idol champs, Ruben Studdarrd
Ruben Studdard announces new album

February 19, 2009 By Mark Franklin 0

Remember season two Idol winner Ruben Studdard? Thursday morning Ruben announced plans to release his new album, “Love Is,” on May 19. The first single from the album, “Together,” is going to radio this week; his MySpace page lists a March 17 release date for it. “Love Is” will be the fourth album from Ruben….