Idol Round-Up
Here's the latest news on some of your favorite Idols. They're releasing new music, performing well on the charts, writing books, and appearing on TV!
Music News
Casey James unveiled the cover of his self-titled debut album on USA Today's website today. The third place finalist on American Idol's 9th season will release his debut album March 20. Casey's current single, "Let's Don't Call It A Night," off his forthcoming self-titled debut album was co-written by Casey, Terry McBride and Brice Long...
Casey James To Release Debut Album March 20
Season 9's third place finalist Casey James will release his self-titled debut album March 20 with 19 Recordings/BNA Records. "I'm excited to be releasing my debut album," shares Casey. "I'm thankful that I had the freedom to make the record that represents me as a musician and singer-songwriter."
Casey continues, "I played eleven years of hard gigs in every bar and restaurant in North Texas and not many people even knew my name. That being said, I'm very thankful to American Idol for the opport...
Happy Birthday, David Archuleta!
Season 7's runner-up, David Archuleta, turns 21 years old today! We've watched David grow from a 16-year-old Season 7 Hollywood hopeful to an international star.
Last week, during a concert in his hometown, David announced that he has "chosen to serve a full time mission." Watch the emotional moment in front of a live audience where talks about following his heart. David just wrapped his My Kind of Christmas Tour, his last tour in a while, although he said "I'm not finished yet. I still have som...
Happy Birthday, Jordin Sparks!
America's sixth Idol, Jordin Sparks, turns 22 today! When the Glendale, Arizona native auditioned for American Idol, she was only 16 years old. To date, Jordin remains the youngest American Idol winner.
Four years ago, Jordin released her self-titled debut album, which was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). The album included the hot singles "Tattoo," "No Air," and "One Step at a Time." Jordin became the first American Idol alum to sing The National Anthe...
Happy Birthday, Josh Gracin!
Season 2 finalist Josh Gracin celebrates his birthday today! The Marine was just 22 when he was a finalist on American Idol. Josh stayed true to his country music roots whenever possible on American Idol, singing songs by Garth Brooks and Lonestar. After his time on the show, Josh had a record deal and released his self-titled debut album in 2004, which received a Gold certification. The album went to #2 on the Billboard Country chart and three popular singles-including the number one US Country...
Happy 30th Birthday, Jennifer Hudson!
One of American Idol's most successful finalists, Jennifer Hudson, turned the big 3-0 yesterday! Although Jennifer was eliminated in seventh place from Season 3 of American Idol, she has gone on to be the first Idol to win an Academy Award, a Golden Globe award, and a SAG award.
Jennifer's self-titled debut album led to five singles, three music videos, and it earned her four Grammy award nominations and one win for Best R&B album. In March of 2011, Jennifer released her sophomore album, I R...
David Cook Co-Headlines Tour with Gavin DeGraw
Platinum sellingmusicians Gavin DeGraw and David Cook will embark on a national tour kicking off on October 9th at Penn State University. The US tour, with opening act Carolina Liar, will wrap on November 10th in Athens, GA. Tickets in select markets will go on sale beginning September 16th. For the latest ticket information please visit www.davidcookofficial.com.
Season 7 American Idol David Cook is touring in support of his most recent release This Loud Morning (19 Recordings / RCA Records), ...
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