Let the voting commence!
(Not to be confused with that road trip the Idol bus takes.) Where are we. Harry tells him that it was unfocused���but ultimately found its focus���and J.Lo reminds him that the America behind the camera is more important than the America in this.
American Idol 2015: Top 24 Contestants
The road to Hollywood has been very bumpy this season on American Idol, but the judges have narrowed the competition down to 24 contestants - 12 guys and 12 girls. After performing at the House of Blues for a live audience, Jennifer Lopez, Keith Urban .
Voting opens to send Connecticut American Idol contestant to Top 16
���I always thought, somebodys got to see this kid. Somethings gotta happen and Im just so happy that its really happening,��� said mom Liz Fradiani, who added the whole American Idol situation has been ���surreal.��� Fradianis father, also named Nick.
American Idol Season 14: Vancouvers 15-year-old Daniel.
Local talent on American Idol: During Wednesdays House of Blues showcase episode, judges Harry Connick Jr., Jennifer Lopez and Keith Urban sent Daniel Seavey, left, the 15-year-old from Vancouver, and Lovey James,��.
Clay Aiken, Able to Carry a Tune but Hoping for a District
Mr. Aiken, best known as a country singer and an almost-winner on “American Idol,” plans to run for Congress in North Carolina.. Clay Aiken, 2003 runner-up on American Idol, announces that he is going against the odds to make a run for representative of North Carolina’s Second District; faces two other Democratic primary opponents, but says that voting history of Republican incumbent Renee Ellmers improves his chances.
Its 2 Diva Judges Gone, ‘AMERICAN IDOL’ Continues to Revamp
The show’s expensive experiment to improve ratings by bringing in the singing superstars Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj is officially over.. Pop superstars Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj confirm that they will be leaving singing competition series American Idol, bringing to three total of departing judges.
Ryan Seacrest: AMERICAN IDOL to Be Reduced to One Night.
American Idol fans are going to find out whos going home in a whole new way. Walking the red carpet at the Z100 Jingle Ball in New York on Friday night, Ryan Seacrest revealed that the shows infamous results show will��.
Lucy Hood, Innovative TV Executive, Dies at 56
Ms. Hood, president and chief operating officer of the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, was known for her efforts to expand the purview of television.. Lucy Hood, a television industry executive who made audience participation a staple in American living rooms when she introduced text voting to Fox mega-hit singing contest American Idol, dies at age 56.
‘AMERICAN IDOL’ and Its Owner to Undergo a Retooling
After a significant drop in viewership, the show’s owner is preparing to diversify even as it looks for ways to support “Idol.”. CKx Inc, which owns the rights to the hit television show American Idol, is reorganizing and changing its name in an effort to diversify as a broader-based media company, in recognition that the show, its biggest moneymaker, has had a significant drop in viewership; new name is Core Media Group.
‘AMERICAN IDOL,’ at 13, Is Trying to Stay Relevant
American Idol, now old enough to have the children of earlier contestants performing, tries to maintain its relevance and vitality.. Alessandra Stanley The TV Watch column discusses American Idols attempts to stay relevant, or at least boost ratings, in 13th season.
On Night of Big Finales, ‘Office’ Rises and ‘Idol’ Falls
“American Idol’ on Fox continued its sharp dropoff in ratings from previous seasons, especially in the 18-49 age group.
Mariah Carey to Join American Idol as a Judge
. Kevin Reilly, the president of Fox Entertainment, said Ms. Carey had just agreed to a deal and also confirmed that Jennifer Lopez would be leaving.
American Idol Producer - Rolling Stone
Nearly three years after winning American Idol, Phillip Phillips is attempting to declare his contract with the shows production company, 19 Entertainment, to be illegal, according to The Hollywood Reporter. In a legal filing,��.
An Idolatrous Echo Across Networks
A new offering on Fox, “The Choice,” is a lot like “The Voice” on NBC, but the search is for love instead of talent.. Foxs dating competition television show The Choice, which begins June 7, deliberately copies the format of The Voice, a singing contest show on NBC that is in direct competition with Foxs American Idol.
Recap: AMERICAN IDOL Season 14 - Hollywood Week #4.
The American Idol Season 14 Top 48 was revealed on Thursday (February 12) nights episode. HitFixs Daniel Fienberg recaps.
When Divas Attack!
What the dueling judges of “American Idol” teach us about talent.. Heather Havrilesky Riff essay notes ongoing duel on television show American Idol between Mariah Carey, who acts like old-school princess, and Nicki Minaj, who plays role of evil queen; reflects that much of Americas notions of talent, authenticity and celebrity has shifted since shows first appearance in 2002.
Another Judge for ‘AMERICAN IDOL’
Harry Connick Jr. will join Keith Urban and Jennifer Lopez on the judging panel for the show’s 13th season, in January, according to The Hollywood Reporter.. Singer Harry Connick Jr will join judging panel for 13th season of television show American Idol.
American Idol: Surprise Sing-Off Shakes Up Showcase Week
With Hollywood Week over, the remaining 48 American Idol contestants take their talents to the House Of Blues in Los Angeles, where they have one last shot to sing for the judges before the top 24 compete in the live shows.
American Idol: Alexis Granville Faints In Hollywood Week.
Michael Simeon stepped and Alexis Granville cracked under pressure. Its night two of Hollywood Week on American Idol and its anybodys game.
Steven Tyler to Leave AMERICAN IDOL
. Steven Tyler, the lead singer of the venerable rock band Aerosmith, said Thursday that he would leave American Idol on Fox and return full time to the band.
How To Vote For Top 24 Guys On American Idol 2015.
Staring next week well confirm how to vote for the Top 24 on American Idol 2015 when they perform in a special Detroit setting where a third of the singers.
American Idol contestant with Utah ties makes shows Top 24
Riley Bria made it into the Top 24 of this season of ���American Idol,��� and the contestant spent some of his childhood living in Alpine, Utah. Riley says music is his plan A, plan B and plan Z. Rileys uncle lives in Orem, and he said the entire Bria.
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News about American Idol, including commentary and archival articles published in The New York Times.
American Idol EP Talks Season 14: Powerhouse Mentoring, New Song Mix and.
We wanted somebody who was really invested in what happens to the kids after they make the top 10, after they become the American Idol, and to have somebody involved in the process from very early on. Scott joined the contestants in Hollywood Week, .
Michael Kors Earnings Exceed Analysts’ 3rd-Quarter Estimates
Driven by strong international and online sales, results posted by the handbag brand topped predictions.. Handbag maker Michael Kors reports third-quarter profit of $303.7 million, or $1.48 per share; revenue rose 30 percent to $1.31 billion.
Whats Dexter Roberts been doing after AMERICAN IDOL? Readying a new single.
OK, so Dexter Roberts didnt triumph on American Idol in 2014. After landing a spot in the coveted top 10, he also had to leave the Idol summer tour due to illness. But the country singer from Fayette appears to be on the rebound. Roberts, 23, has.
‘Idol’ Winner Cloaks His Talent in Modesty
If Phillip Phillips had been craving a victory on “American Idol,” he did an outstanding job of hiding it. But on the show’s 11th season, he performed as if there were no competition.. Jon Caramanica reviews finale of the 11th season of Fox reality television show American Idol.
Fox Signals How ‘Glee’ Will Handle Monteith Death
The network plans to address the death of Cory Monteith, one of its star actors, from a drug overdose, in the third episode this season.. Fox network and producers of television series Glee say they have plan to address sudden death of one of shows stars, Cory Monteith.
Steven Tyler Lawyer Loses First Amendment Battle Over American Idol.
While LaPolt argued that there was broad public interest in Tylers return to American Idol, the appeals court responds, The email does not mention Tyler or American Idol, and it would not have been obvious to anyone other than a small number of.
Joey Cook shows her true colors on AMERICAN IDOL
Joey Cook has two major goals in life. One is to be a professional musician, making a full-time living by writing songs and playing them for people. The other is to be, in her own words, a real-life cartoon character. It must be said, she has a.
Recap: American Idol Season 14 - Showcase #1 - Meet half.
HitFixs Daniel Fienberg recaps the Wednesday, February 18 episode of American Idol, the start of the newly instituted House of Blues showcase.
British Teen YouTuber Mocking ISIS Becomes Its ���American��� Idol
ISIS supporters on social media and jihadi forums are circulating a YouTube video showing a Western teenager singing a gibberish attempt at one of the terror groups famous songs, ���Saleel al-Sawarim.��� The song is often used to accompany propaganda .
American Idol - Entertainment Weekly
American Idol returned Wednesday night to once again post its lowest premiere rating ever. The 13th season of Foxs veteran reality series delivered 15 million viewers and a 4.6 adults 18-49 rating, down 23 percent from last��.
Show Us Your Woe
From “American Idol” to American politics, it’s all about the suffering. And it’s exhausting.. Frank Bruni Op-Ed column notes way in which both American politics and television programs like American Idol underscore how much Americans value triumphing over adversity.
AMERICAN IDOL contestants perform at Study
According to the release, when American Idol came to Music City to look for contestants, the two stood in line and tried out. Bedell was sent to Hollywood and eliminated before making the top 12, but Donovan has gained fame online with hits on Youtube.
AMERICAN IDOL: Jax Confuses People With Lady Gaga Cover
Another week, another killer performance by Jax on American Idol! In a sneak peek for the Feb. 18 episode, we see the hopeful throw down another unique track, and it might be her best yet.
American Idol: Maddie Walker and Rachel Hallack Sing Off.
On the Feb. 18 episode of American Idol, it was the Final Round of auditions, as the remaining contestants sang for their lives in front of a real audience! Some rose to the occasion while others, painfully, floundered under��.
American Idol: The Final Judgment Yields Top 24 - The.
American Idol House of Blues Showcase ��� H 2015. FOX. Keith Urban, Jennifer Lopez, and Harry Connick Jr. Tonight, Jennifer Lopez, Harry Connick Jr., and Keith Urban dole out their final judgment before handing over the��.
Whats on TV tonight? AMERICAN IDOL, Survivor, The Amazing Race
Heres whats on TV tonight: New Orleans Quentin Alexander continues his journey on American Idol (7 p.m., WVUE) as the top 12 males perform, and the audience votes. Alexander credits his time as a student at McDonogh 35 Senior High School for .
Fox Cancels ‘The X Factor’ After Three Seasons
The announcement followed a statement by the program’s creator, Simon Cowell, who said that he would resume his hosting duties this year on the original British incarnation.. Fox cancels singing competition series The X Factor after host Simon Cowell decides to return to British version of show.
‘American Idol’ Keeps Sliding; Ratings Fall 22 Percent for Premiere
Despite the falloff, the singing show is still a formidable competition, beating all comers Wednesday night, including the premiere of “Duck Dynasty.”. Premiere of latest season of American Idol is down 22 percent in ratings among viewers ages 18 and 49, but still beats all competition, including premiere of Duck Dynasty on A&E.
What Songs Does AMERICAN IDOL Need to Retire?
Six. Each. Thats the same number of times contestants have performed the frustratingly un-killable One Tree Hill theme song I Dont Wanna Be. Gratuities from American Idol alone probably feed Gavin DeGraw for a week. Surprisingly, the audition.
AMERICAN IDOL Reveals the Top 24: Get to Know Season.
On its Wednesday night broadcast, American Idol revealed half of the season 14 contestants who will move into the top 24. With 12 names put forward, another 12 will complete the field on Thursday night. But no point waiting��.
American Idol: Judges Make Brutal Cuts to Shape Top 48.
Tonight is the ultimate talent throwdown, the text onscreen reads at the beginning of American Idol Thursday. Its the final night of Hollywood Week ��� the solo round, when the 80 contestants who survived the high-stakes��.
AMERICAN IDOL bits: handicapping the top 24
���American Idol��� this year did an exceptional job giving us fair exposure to all top 24 contestants before we start voting. On top of that, YouTube has full videos of all 24 House of Blues performances, which is a great way to get a feel for each person.
American Idol 2015 Voting: How To Vote and Use the App
Voting can be tough to figure out for reality competition shows sometimes, but fortunately, American Idol has five different ways you can vote for your favorite performers in 2015. Voting for the show is available on FOX NOW for iPhone, iPad, Android.
AMERICAN IDOL boss reveals Season 14 live-show changes: Theme weeks.
american-idol-season-14-changes-judges.jpg The new producers of American Idol made sweeping changes on the FOX reality staple in Season 13. One year later in Season 14, the show seems to be gelling into a solid iteration that is more of its own show .
Randy Jackson to Leave ‘AMERICAN IDOL’
His announcement came amid reports that the Fox network has decided to remove all of the show’s on-air judges and its executive producer.. Randy Jackson, longest-serving judge on television show American Idol, announces his intent to leave at end of season; news of his departure comes amid reports that Fox network has decided to remove all of shows on-air judges and its executive producer.
Vancouvers Daniel Seavey performs on AMERICAN IDOL
The 15-year-old Union High School sophomore sang ���Im Yours��� by Jason Mraz while playing a box mandolin. His mother, Keri, could be seen in the audience at The Fillmore Detroit singing along. ���It was a good song for you,��� judge Keith Urban said.
Recap: AMERICAN IDOL Season 14 - Showcase #2. - HitFix
HitFixs Daniel Fienberg recaps the Thursday, February 19 episode of American Idol, completing the seasons Top 24 after performances at the House of Blues.
Now on ‘Idol,’ Viewers Can Tweet While Contestants Sing
“American Idol” is now encouraging viewers to tweet as a way to make live viewing more attractive.. Television singing competition series American Idol will begin to use Twitter to take instant polls of audience, encouraging them to tweet as another way to entice viewers.
AMERICAN IDOL recap: top 24 revealed including Clark.
Smart for ���Idol��� to tape ahead of time because they are going to have to squeeze 12 performances of the guys in one hour on Wednesday and 12 more from the ladies on Thursday. Thats not a lot of time. This will allow the��.