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Judges, Simon Cowell
Fans react to news of Simon’s departure

January 12, 2010 By Mark Franklin 0

The Twitter world is ablaze today with commentary on Simon Cowell’s pending departure from American Idol. Here’s just a sampling of the comments I’ve caught today. I’ve included my favorites. In addition to these, there was a mid-morning campaign calling for Sue Sylvester (who plays Jane Lynch on “Glee”) to replace Simon. andysack: “I for…
Season 9, Season 9 Auditions
A promising start to Season 9 of American Idol

January 12, 2010 By Mark Franklin 0

Welcome to the first Idol Chatter live blog of Season 9. First off, know this. I’ve declared my blog a no-spoiler zone. If you want to know, before the show even starts, who gets a golden ticket or who makes the semifinals, go elsewhere. There are plenty of spoiler blogs out there. I’ve read some…
Judges, Kara DioGuardi
Kara DioGuardi sings Katharine McPhee songs — really

January 11, 2010 By Mark Franklin 1

On Sunday, I posted my review of Katharine McPhee’s new album, “Unbroken.” And I mentioned that two of the songs on the album — lead single “Had It All” and “Terrified”– were co-written by Kara DioGuardi. Knowing that Kat was doing the nighttime talk show rounds, I headed to YouTube, looking for video from one…
Season 8, Season 8 Semifinalists
Look back and an update on Idol’s season eight contestants

January 11, 2010 By Mark Franklin 0

Just for fun, on the eve of season nine of American Idol, I thought it might be nice to look back at the season eight semifinalists. Below are the introductions to the contestants I wrote prior to last year’s semifinals. I can’t promise those old links are still working. I’ve retained any pre-Idol photographs I…
Judges, Simon Cowell
Contestants react: Can Idol survive the loss of Simon?

January 11, 2010 By Mark Franklin 0

Contestants are already weighing in on the thought of American Idol without Simon Cowell. I’ll keep posting comments as I receive or find them. Meanwhile, Ryan Seacrest had this to say, via Twitter: “This is simon’s last season on idol. He’s working on US version of X-Factor! He is one of the most brilliant people…
Judges, Simon Cowell
It’s true, apparently; Simon is leaving Idol

January 11, 2010 By Mark Franklin 0

Well, on the eve of season nine of American Idol, it looks like the rumors are true. It appears as though Simon Cowell is leaving the show. Here’s a link to the Associated Press article. Simon apparently wants a new challenge, which means bringing his show “The X-Factor” to the U.S. Because everyone knows America…
Katherine McPhee, New Idol Music
Kara gets it right on Kat’s new album

January 10, 2010 By Mark Franklin 0

Katharine McPhee “Unbroken” 1. It’s Not Right 2. Had It All 3. Keep Drivin’ 4. Last Letter 5. Surrender 6. Terrified 7. How 8. Say Goodbye 9. Faultline 10. Anybody’s Heart 11. Lifetime 12. Unbroken 13. Brand New Key —————————————————————————————————————————- Back in September, when Katharine McPhee announced the release of her second album had been…
Concert News, New Idol Music, Taylor Hicks
Taylor Hicks releases DVD, and he’s coming to D.C.

January 9, 2010 By Mark Franklin 0

Good news for Taylor Hicks’ fans. The season five Idol champ has released a live concert DVD, “Whomp at the Warfield.” The concert was recorded in May 2007 at the Warfield Theatre in San Francisco. The DVD features live performances of 10 songs of Taylor’s first album, including “Gonna Move,” “Give Me Tonight,” “The Deal,”…
Carrie Underwood
Carrie Underwood to guest star on hit TV show, as Tiffany

January 9, 2010 By Mark Franklin 0

Carrie Underwood, a TV star? Well, let’s not get ahead of ourselves. But she did look mighty comfortable during that Christmas special back in December. And now she’ll be a guest star on an episode of the Emmy-nominated TV comedy “How I Met Your Mother.” According to Carrie’s MySpace blog, she’ll play a character named…
Danny Gokey
Danny Gokey at the Grand Ole Opry (audio)

January 9, 2010 By Mark Franklin 0

p>Danny Gokey got to make his first appearance at the Grand Ole Opry Friday night. His reaction? Here’s what he tweeted: “What an honor to have sung at the Grand Ole Opry. I was so nervous and intimidated.” He doesn’t sound nervous in the audio clip below. Of course, Danny performed “My Best Days Are…

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