This Week in Idol History
This week in American Idol history marks the anniversary of two album releases, the introduction of a new judge, and a song that could very well still be stuck in your head.
On January 9, 2007, Season 4's second runner-up, Vonzell Solomon, released her debut album, My Struggle. In September 2010, Vonzell joined the national touring production of Burn The Floor. She tweeted that this week she'll be performing in Oklahoma City with the show.
Last year, on January 12, Season 7's Jason Castro releas...
This Week in Idol History
On January 2nd, Season 7's Jason Castro celebrated his one year anniversary with wife Mandy Mayhall. This is a popular time of year for Idol finalists to tie the knot-Gina Glocksen celebrated her three year anniversary with Joe Ruzicka on New Year's Eve, and Kellie Pickler married Kyle Jacobs on 1/1/11!
January 5, 2010 was a huge day for the Top 2 of Season 5. Winner Taylor Hicks released his DVD called Whomp at the Warfield. That same day, runner-up Katharine McPhee released her second CD, Unbr...
Idols in the News
Here's the latest chart, release, and performance news on your favorite Idol alumni.
CHART NEWS
Reining Idol Lee DeWyze has his first Top 40 placement on the Hot AC chart, as "Sweet Serendipity" reaches #37.The single is off Lee's post-Idol debut album, Live It Up, which was released on November 16.
American Idol Season 4 winner Carrie Underwood's "Mama's Song" made it to the Top 10 on USA TODAY's Country singles chart. Sales of "Mama's Song" climbed up 70% last week. Carrie took home her sixth ...
Jason Castro, Boat Captain!
In the third installment of Jason Castros latest series of webisodes, the Season 7 finalist sees what life would have been like if he became a boat captain instead of a performer. Jason brought some familiar faces out to sea with him, and try as he might, he couldnt resist making music.
Watch the Jason Castro: Boat Captain webisode.
Theres only one more webisode left in this series, and Jason will try out life as a singer and guitar player. I have a feeling hell find his niche!
Catch up on Jason...
Brand New Videos
Cant get enough of Casey James, Crystal Bowersox, Lee DeWyze, or Michael Lynche? Then be sure to check out this weeks Finalist Diaries. The Top 4 talked about what from home they miss the most, which eliminated Season 9 contestant they miss, and if they would change anything about their Idol journey. Click here to watch the Finalist Diaries.
Also, the Top 4 finalists reflect on their Sinatra Week performances and share which moment stood out to them the most in this weeks Shining Moments.
Last w...
Jason Castro Webisodes
Jason Castro, the dreadlocked singer/musician from Season 7, creates his own webisodes to give fans a look at his life making music, promoting his album, touring, and more. In his second season of the series titled Thats What Im Here For, Jason gives fans a look at his everyday life. The Texas native has shared his latest video with AmericanIdol.com. In the first of four webisodes, Jason shows us what his life would have been like if he hadn't been on American Idol, but rather was a teacher.
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Jason Castro’s Debut Album Has Arrived
Season 7 finalist Jason Castro released his self-titled debut album today. The album includes his singles Lets Just Fall In Love Again and Thats What Im Here For. The 23 year old has had a very busy year. This summer, after releasing his single Lets Just Fall In Love Again, he embarked on a tour that hit up malls all across the nation. A week after marrying Mandy Mayhall, Jason released The Love Uncompromised EP and then went on tour with singer-songwriter Matt Hires.
The Jason Castro track list...
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