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Katherine McPhee, Megan Joy, New Idol Music
New songs to check out from Megan Joy, Katharine McPhee

November 29, 2009 By Mark Franklin 0

Megan Joy posted her first post-Idol songs on her MySpace page. As of 11 p.m. last night, two songs were up, “Incomplete” and “Feel Love.” In a Twitter Tweet, Megan indicated she wrote the lyrics to “Feel Love.” No word on who wrote “Incomplete.” Of the two, that’s my favorite. Megan sounds very good on…
Allison Iraheta, New Idol Music
Next up among season eight Idols: Allison Iraheta

November 29, 2009 By Mark Franklin 0

So, we have a first-album flop from Kris Allen. So, we have a first album from Adam Lambert overshadowed by on-stage antics at the American Music Awards. Next up: Allison Iraheta, the gal I still say belonged alongside Adam in this year’s Idol finals. Unfortunately, no one is streaming a full version of Allison’s debut…
After American Idol
Alexis Stone Lopez reflects on the birth of Idol, talks about her tribute to Michael Jackson

November 28, 2009 By Mark Franklin 0

Alexis Stone Lopez was just 17 when she decided to drive from her home in Modesto, Calif., to Los Angeles to try out for a fledgling FOX TV show. She recalls driving about six hours, then waiting in line from 3 a.m. until noon for her “first big audition,” one that lasted just 40 seconds….
Idols on the Music Chart, Jordin Sparks
Music charts: Look who’s number one at the dance clubs

November 27, 2009 By Mark Franklin 0

Two Idols hit number one on Billboard charts this week. It’s a familiar spot for one, a not-so-familiar position for the other. First, the surprise: Jordin Sparks “Battlefield” album might have dropped like a rock on the Billboard 200, but the “S.O.S. (Let the Music Play) ” single landed in the number one spot on…
Carrie Underwood, Chris Daughtry, Katherine McPhee, Syesha Mercado
Recap of Idols’ Thanksgiving TV appearances

November 27, 2009 By Mark Franklin 0

Lots of Idols appeared on television Thanksgiving Day. If you were too busy catching up with family or munching on turkey to catch them all, here’s a recap. First up, Syesha Mercado and the other Dreamgirls perform the title song from musical, which debuted last week at the Apollo Theater in Harlem. Katharine McPhee sings…
Idols on the Music Chart, Kris Allen, New Idol Music
Kris Allen debuts at #11, lowest yet for an Idol winner

November 26, 2009 By Mark Franklin 0

Kris Allen’s self-titled debut album landed at number 11 when Billboard updated its music charts Thursday morning. That, folks, is the lowest album debut for an Idol winner yet. The previous lowest debut was season six winner Jordin Sparks at number 10. The good news for Kris: His first single, “Live Like You’re Dying,” bolted…
Adam Lambert, Idols at awards shows
Adam Lambert isn’t apologizing (Early Show photos)

November 25, 2009 By Mark Franklin 0

If you’re waiting for Adam Lambert to apologize for that racy performance on the American Music Awards Sunday night … well, it isn’t going to happen. Booted from a scheduled appearance on ABC’s Good Morning America because of Sunday’s antics, Adam instead found himself performing on “The Early Show” on CBS this morning. (See photos…
Haley Scarnato
Haley Scarnato talks about Idol, her nickname and her future

November 24, 2009 By Mark Franklin 0

Growing up, Haley Scarnato was an avid gymnast with what she admits was a strange habit. But the habit paid off when she started to grow and the gymnastics injuries started to mount. “I dislocated my shoulders, hurt my hips and my knees,” the 27-year-old recalls. “Everything just started going, so I had to retire…
Adam Lambert, Idols at awards shows
Reactions to Adam Lambert; GMA show canceled; music video released

November 24, 2009 By Mark Franklin 0

Editor’s Note: Adam Lambert’s video version of the song “For Your Entertainment” is now available for viewinghere. You’ll also hear him talk about his AMA performance and try to explain what he was up to … hey, I said try. Five readers have logged comments so far on Adam Lambert’s racy performance Sunday night at…
Syesha Mercado
Opening night for Syesha Mercado and the Dreamgirls

November 23, 2009 By Mark Franklin 0

Sunday marked opening night for Syesha Mercado and the new Dreamgirls. The reviews I’ve read are mostly positive. For those who missed the news, Syesha, the third-place finisher on Idol season seven, landed the role of Deena Jones in the new stage version of Dreamgirls. The show opened at the Apollo Theater in Harlem as…

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