(Spoiler alert: Please don’t read on if you haven’t watched Monday’s season finale of “American Idol”)
Sorry, ABC’s inaugural “American Idol” winner Maddie Poppe — you’ve already been outshined. On Monday, Jimmy Kimmel brought together a bunch of forgotten “Idol” alums like William Hung, Sanjaya Malakar, Chewbacca Girl, and the “Pants on the Ground” guy, “General” Larry Platt, for an all-star parody performance of “We Are the World.”
With all due respect to Sanjaya, there were also some actual good singers in the mix — even winners Taylor Hicks and Ruben Studdard showed up for the gag.
Also Read: 'American Idol' Finale: ABC Reboot Names First Winner
Antonella Barba, Kevin Covais, Haley Reinhart, Scott MacIntyre, and Reynaldo Lapuz also participated in the pre-taped sketch. Be honest, reader: How many of them do you actually remember?
Anyway, the entire premise was one big “Where are they now?...
Sorry, ABC’s inaugural “American Idol” winner Maddie Poppe — you’ve already been outshined. On Monday, Jimmy Kimmel brought together a bunch of forgotten “Idol” alums like William Hung, Sanjaya Malakar, Chewbacca Girl, and the “Pants on the Ground” guy, “General” Larry Platt, for an all-star parody performance of “We Are the World.”
With all due respect to Sanjaya, there were also some actual good singers in the mix — even winners Taylor Hicks and Ruben Studdard showed up for the gag.
Also Read: 'American Idol' Finale: ABC Reboot Names First Winner
Antonella Barba, Kevin Covais, Haley Reinhart, Scott MacIntyre, and Reynaldo Lapuz also participated in the pre-taped sketch. Be honest, reader: How many of them do you actually remember?
Anyway, the entire premise was one big “Where are they now?...
- 5/22/2018
- by Tony Maglio
- The Wrap
Jimmy Kimmel reunited a number of familiar faces from American Idol on Monday night's Jimmy Kimmel Live!
The ABC host welcomed past stars such as Sanjaya Malakar, Scott MacIntyre, Kevin Covais, Antonella Barba and tone-deaf fan favorite William Hung for a special "Where are They Now" musical segment.
The former Idol-ers came together in studio to record a song akin to 1985's megastar mashup "We Are the World," that had each singer explaining what they've been up to since their season of the popular singing show. Such doings included being a notary public "right here in ...
The ABC host welcomed past stars such as Sanjaya Malakar, Scott MacIntyre, Kevin Covais, Antonella Barba and tone-deaf fan favorite William Hung for a special "Where are They Now" musical segment.
The former Idol-ers came together in studio to record a song akin to 1985's megastar mashup "We Are the World," that had each singer explaining what they've been up to since their season of the popular singing show. Such doings included being a notary public "right here in ...
- 5/22/2018
- The Hollywood Reporter - Film + TV
Last summer, Scott MacIntyre was saved by the kindness of a stranger. "I couldn't believe it," the season 8 American Idol contestant tells People exclusively of first being told a woman was willing to anonymously donate her kidney to him. MacIntyre was born blind and first underwent a kidney transplant at the age of 22 after he was diagnosed with kidney failure in his late teens. As his kidneys began to fail again in 2014, MacIntyre turned to the media to raise awareness about the need for kidney donors and hoped he may find a suitable match for himself. "The anonymous donor heard about my situation and,...
- 4/6/2016
- by Patrick Gomez, @PatrickGomezLA
- PEOPLE.com
Last summer, Scott MacIntyre was saved by the kindness of a stranger. "I couldn't believe it," the season 8 American Idol contestant tells People exclusively of first being told a woman was willing to anonymously donate her kidney to him. MacIntyre was born blind and first underwent a kidney transplant at the age of 22 after he was diagnosed with kidney failure in his late teens. As his kidneys began to fail again in 2014, MacIntyre turned to the media to raise awareness about the need for kidney donors and hoped he may find a suitable match for himself. "The anonymous donor heard about my situation and,...
- 4/6/2016
- by Patrick Gomez, @PatrickGomezLA
- PEOPLE.com
Last October, American Idol's Scott MacIntyre was given just six months until his kidneys would fail. But eight months later, thanks to an anonymous donor, he has undergone a successful transplant.
"I am so grateful to have received the gift of life through organ donation for the second time," reads a statement from MacIntyre, 29, who who was born blind and previously underwent a kidney transplant at the age of 22 after he was diagnosed with kidney failure in his late teens.
The season 8 Idol contestant's first transplanted kidney was donated by MacIntyre's college piano teacher's wife, but he remains in...
"I am so grateful to have received the gift of life through organ donation for the second time," reads a statement from MacIntyre, 29, who who was born blind and previously underwent a kidney transplant at the age of 22 after he was diagnosed with kidney failure in his late teens.
The season 8 Idol contestant's first transplanted kidney was donated by MacIntyre's college piano teacher's wife, but he remains in...
- 6/17/2015
- by Patrick Gomez, @PatrickGomezLA
- People.com - TV Watch
"American Idol" season 8 finalist Scott MacIntyre says he's got six months until his kidney gives out ... and if he doesn't get a new one before then -- his music career is in serious jeopardy.MacIntyre and his wife were out Saturday night in Hollywood when he told us he's currently waiting for a donor ... but he's hopeful about getting one before his kidney completely fails.For those interested, Scott told our photog where he's listed...
- 11/2/2014
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Though doctors have given him just six months until his kidneys fail, American Idol's Scott MacIntyre refuses to let his illness slow him down.
"There is a lot of uncertainty about the immediate future, as you can imagine," MacIntyre tells People of being diagnosed with kidney failure. "But for now, I'm still very mobile and I'm going to continue to perform and speak as long as I have the strength to do so."
This is not the first time MacIntyre has faced a health crisis. The season 8 Idol contestant, 29 – who was born blind – had to undergo a kidney transplant...
"There is a lot of uncertainty about the immediate future, as you can imagine," MacIntyre tells People of being diagnosed with kidney failure. "But for now, I'm still very mobile and I'm going to continue to perform and speak as long as I have the strength to do so."
This is not the first time MacIntyre has faced a health crisis. The season 8 Idol contestant, 29 – who was born blind – had to undergo a kidney transplant...
- 10/20/2014
- by Patrick Gomez, @PatrickGomezLA
- People.com - TV Watch
Though doctors have given him just six months until his kidneys fail, American Idol's Scott MacIntyre refuses to let his illness slow him down. "There is a lot of uncertainty about the immediate future, as you can imagine," MacIntyre tells People of being diagnosed with kidney failure. "But for now, I'm still very mobile and I'm going to continue to perform and speak as long as I have the strength to do so." This is not the first time MacIntyre has faced a health crisis. The season 8 Idol contestant, 29 - who was born blind - had to undergo a...
- 10/20/2014
- by Patrick Gomez, @PatrickGomezLA
- PEOPLE.com
Jon Stewart wonders why the news media seems to treat two Canadians accused of violence as naughty scamps, while dismissing a Stanford-educated athlete as a “thug.” It couldn’t have anything to do with race, could it? Also read: Seattle Seahawks Cb Richard Sherman Goes on Epic Rant During Erin Andrews Interview (Video) Canadian Justin Bieber, already in hot water for a DUI, has been accused of assaulting a limousine driver. That’s not all. Rob Ford, the crack smoking mayor of Toronto, is now being sued for allegedly having his sister’s ex-boyfriend, Scott MacIntyre, beaten up in prison...
- 1/31/2014
- by Brent Lang
- The Wrap
A group of 10 former American Idol contestants — including Season 5′s tantrum-throwing Brittenum twins and Season 2′s Corey Clark (best remembered for claiming he had an affair with judge Paula Abdul) — are suing the show and producer Fremantle Media for a whopping $25 million apiece, claiming they were booted from the competition due to racism. The suit was first reported by TMZ.
In addition to Clark (pictured) and Terrell and Derrell Brittenum, the contestants involved in the suit include Season 2′s Jaered Andrews and Jacob John Smalley, Season 3′s Donnie Williams, Season 6′s Thomas Daniels and Akron Watson, Season 8′s Ju’Not...
In addition to Clark (pictured) and Terrell and Derrell Brittenum, the contestants involved in the suit include Season 2′s Jaered Andrews and Jacob John Smalley, Season 3′s Donnie Williams, Season 6′s Thomas Daniels and Akron Watson, Season 8′s Ju’Not...
- 7/25/2013
- by Michael Slezak
- TVLine.com
When we last left "Psych," Henry had been shot in the chest by his friend Jerry, one of the corrupt cops. Here are six things to look forward to in "Santabarbaratown 2, Lethal Weapon 5" when the gang returns for Season 7.
Crazy old-guy-lover Chelsea (Arden Myrin) is back, trolling the hospital for dates. Remember, she's taken a special shine to Shawn's dad. So that's a lot of fun for us (and Shawn). Not so much for Henry.Is Henry going to make it? Not if coroner Woody has anything to say about it. He keeps popping up with body bags.
The pseudonyms of the week are Shenaise (no last name) and Gurn Blanston, blow dart entrepreneurs from Seattle. Awesome."Satchel Gizmo" and "Soupcan Flynn" use what is maybe the worst disguise ever to sneak into a rifle range.Turns out Shawn thinks the "American Idol" judges should've used the save on Scott MacIntyre...
Crazy old-guy-lover Chelsea (Arden Myrin) is back, trolling the hospital for dates. Remember, she's taken a special shine to Shawn's dad. So that's a lot of fun for us (and Shawn). Not so much for Henry.Is Henry going to make it? Not if coroner Woody has anything to say about it. He keeps popping up with body bags.
The pseudonyms of the week are Shenaise (no last name) and Gurn Blanston, blow dart entrepreneurs from Seattle. Awesome."Satchel Gizmo" and "Soupcan Flynn" use what is maybe the worst disguise ever to sneak into a rifle range.Turns out Shawn thinks the "American Idol" judges should've used the save on Scott MacIntyre...
- 1/31/2013
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
Ad agency Havas Worldwide Sydney has launched an outdoor and print campaign for Greenpeace to raise awareness about the impact tuna fishing has on marine wildlife.
The ads feature a tuna sandwich with a turtle in the middle, and are designed to get consumers to think about the brand of tuna they are buying.
Greenpeace was engaged in a campaign against John West, a brand the environmental group says uses unsustainable fishing methods, until yesterday. Greenpeace now reports winning its campaign, with John West agreeing to change the way it sources tuna.
Steve Coll, the agency’s Ecd said: “We’re keen supporters of the work of Greenpeace and are very pleased to lend our creative resources to an important campaign like this.”
Credits:
Havas Ww team: Executive Creative Director: Steve Coll Copywriter: Jeremy Vernon Art Director: Ben Pearce Agency Producer: Warrick Nicholson Group Account Director: Scott McIntyre Agency Partners:...
The ads feature a tuna sandwich with a turtle in the middle, and are designed to get consumers to think about the brand of tuna they are buying.
Greenpeace was engaged in a campaign against John West, a brand the environmental group says uses unsustainable fishing methods, until yesterday. Greenpeace now reports winning its campaign, with John West agreeing to change the way it sources tuna.
Steve Coll, the agency’s Ecd said: “We’re keen supporters of the work of Greenpeace and are very pleased to lend our creative resources to an important campaign like this.”
Credits:
Havas Ww team: Executive Creative Director: Steve Coll Copywriter: Jeremy Vernon Art Director: Ben Pearce Agency Producer: Warrick Nicholson Group Account Director: Scott McIntyre Agency Partners:...
- 12/5/2012
- by Georgina Pearson
- Encore Magazine
'I'm very nervous but I'm very excited at the same time,' 16-year-old contestant tells MTV News before the season 11 finale.
By Kara Warner, with reporting by Kelly Marino
Jessica Sanchez on the "American Idol" finale red carpet
Photo: Getty Images
It's all come down to this: the finale of the 11th season of "American Idol", with 21-year-old guitar-strumming southern gentleman Phillip Phillips pitted against 16-year-old vocal powerhouse Jessica Sanchez. There are endless sports-related clichés we could use ("the end of the line," "the bottom of the ninth inning," " the home stretch"), but the point is, the end is really near.
When MTV News caught up with Sanchez moments before she headed into the Nokia Theater in downtown Los Angeles for the start of the finale, we only had enough time to ask about how she was feeling at the end of such a whirlwind of a season.
"I'm very...
By Kara Warner, with reporting by Kelly Marino
Jessica Sanchez on the "American Idol" finale red carpet
Photo: Getty Images
It's all come down to this: the finale of the 11th season of "American Idol", with 21-year-old guitar-strumming southern gentleman Phillip Phillips pitted against 16-year-old vocal powerhouse Jessica Sanchez. There are endless sports-related clichés we could use ("the end of the line," "the bottom of the ninth inning," " the home stretch"), but the point is, the end is really near.
When MTV News caught up with Sanchez moments before she headed into the Nokia Theater in downtown Los Angeles for the start of the finale, we only had enough time to ask about how she was feeling at the end of such a whirlwind of a season.
"I'm very...
- 5/23/2012
- MTV Music News
When they competed on American Idol, season 2's Kimberley Locke and season 8’s Scott MacIntyre were mentored by some of the top people in the music industry. Now, life comes full circle as the pair of top 10 finalists become mentors themselves, joining a team of Idol insiders to coach the next generation of talented singers at “Audition Star,” a summer camp to be held June 25 through 29 at Atlantis, Paradise Island, the popular resort in the Bahamas. Locke and MacIntyre will join three Idol production staffers -- vocal coach Peisha McPhee, associate musical director Michael Orland and stylist Miles
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- 5/5/2012
- by THR Staff
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
There’s this weird part of the week — from Friday morning till Monday evening — when not a single major TV network airs a reality singing competition. It’s terrible, I know, but it also gives me a lot of time to ponder American Idol history. (Everyone does this in their free time, yes?) And my latest flight of Idol fancy got me mulling this question: Was Season 11′s Top 10 the strongest — top to bottom — in show history? Let’s examine:
For starters, I’d automatically rule out the five seasons with three or more Top 10 contestants who probably wouldn’t have outlasted Season 11′s No.
For starters, I’d automatically rule out the five seasons with three or more Top 10 contestants who probably wouldn’t have outlasted Season 11′s No.
- 3/26/2012
- by Michael Slezak
- TVLine.com
"American Idol" Season 8 finalist Scott MacIntyre is married!
The blind singer/pianist wed his longtime girlfriend, Christina Teich, in a small ceremony in Scottsdale, Ariz., on Thursday, according to People.
Scott, 26, performed "Wanna Be There" - a song he wrote for his now-wife - at the couple's nuptials in front of 200 friends and family members, People reported.
The newlyweds met back in 2003 during a community theater production of "The Music Man" and became engaged in February.
Scott and Christina will honeymoon in Kauai, Hawaii, according to the mag.
As previously reported on ...
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The blind singer/pianist wed his longtime girlfriend, Christina Teich, in a small ceremony in Scottsdale, Ariz., on Thursday, according to People.
Scott, 26, performed "Wanna Be There" - a song he wrote for his now-wife - at the couple's nuptials in front of 200 friends and family members, People reported.
The newlyweds met back in 2003 during a community theater production of "The Music Man" and became engaged in February.
Scott and Christina will honeymoon in Kauai, Hawaii, according to the mag.
As previously reported on ...
Copyright 2011 by NBC Universal, Inc. All rights reserved.
This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
- 8/19/2011
- by nobody@accesshollywood.com (AccessHollywood.com Editorial Staff)
- Access Hollywood
American Idol's first-ever blind finalist, Scott MacIntyre, has married his girlfriend Christina Teich. The couple wed in a small ceremony of 200 family members and close friends on Thursday in Scottsdale, Ariz., his rep confirms to People. The singer penned a special dedication to his bride titled "Wanna Be There," which he performed at the ceremony. MacIntyre, 26, and Teich met in a community theater production of The Music Man in 2003. And they became engaged in February of this year after the pop-rock singer proposed over afternoon tea. "The tea sandwiches came out, then the scones, then the pastries ... and normally...
- 8/19/2011
- by Jessica Herndon
- PEOPLE.com
American Idol's Scott MacIntyre has married his girlfriend at a ceremony in Arizona. The former contestant wed Christina Teich in front of friends and family in Scottsdale on Thursday, confirms E! News. MacIntyre posted on his Twitter account before the nuptials: "Ahhhhh!!! It's finally here!!! Wedding Day!!! (sic)" The singer and Teich announced their engagement on Twitter in February. MacIntyre previously revealed that he had written and composed the music for the wedding, which included the (more)...
- 8/19/2011
- by By Lara Martin
- Digital Spy
Talk about your stories just begging to be set to music. Scott MacIntyre, a finalist on the eighth season of American Idol, tied the knot Thursday with longtime love Christina Teich in front of about 200 guests in Scottsdale, Ariz., the singer's rep confirms to E! News. And guess who provided the soundtrack for MacIntyre's big day? Why, the groom himself, of course! MacIntyre composed or recorded all of the music played during the ceremony and reception, including his latest single, "I Wanna Be There." "Christina is a beautiful person, whom I have known since well before Idol," MacIntyre said when the couple announced their engagement earlier this month. "She...
- 8/19/2011
- E! Online
Former American Idol contestant Scott MacIntyre will tie the knot with his fiancée Christina Teich this month. The longtime couple will wed in front of 200 guests in Scottsdale, Arizona on August 18, MacIntyre has confirmed. The singer praised Teich as his ideal partner, saying: "Christina is a beautiful person, whom I have known since well before Idol. She is my soul mate." MacIntyre has composed and recorded all of the ceremony's music and will release the pair's wedding song 'I Wanna Be There' on iTunes. Following the August (more)...
- 8/2/2011
- by By Justin Harp
- Digital Spy
Unless ya'll have been under a rock for the past few days, you know that 17 year old Scotty McCreery was named Season 10's American Idol (TV). As Fox aired it's star-studded finale live from the Nokia Theater in Los Angeles on Wednesday night, he and Lauren Alaina stood arm in arm looking like the perfect prom couple as they awaited the final announcement. Alas, Scotty was the last one standing and officially became the next big thing. After a generous kiss from his runner up, the confetti started flying and Scotty made his way through the song " I Love You This Big," hugging his family, the judges and eventually, his fellow contestants. As the song concluded, Scotty sank to the floor and cried. He wasn't alone. It couldn't have happened to a nicer guy, by the way. His mild demeanor and soft country charm made him a fan favorite from the get-go.
- 5/28/2011
- by jmaurer@corp.popstar.com (Jennifer Maurer)
- PopStar
Three months ago, if you had told me that "American Idol X: F--- F---" was going to have a theme week about recent music, I would have said, "Yeah, and Katherine Heigl will make a good movie one day." But holy crap. That's exactly what "Idol" did Wednesday night. Sorry, Stevie Wonder. Your revenue stream off "Idol" royalties is going on a one-week hiatus. You'll live.
The show kicked off with a montage of auditions. Oh, the good old days, back when we thought Steven Tyler was a passionate judge and Casey Abrams was a goofy guy who'd never step to Jimmy Iovine. Our egomaniacs used to be so adorable when they were young.
Before I get interrupted by a random, pointless drum line, let me quickly remind you to catch our weekly post-performance interactive chat show, "Idol Party Live," at noon right here in this very blog. My co-host...
The show kicked off with a montage of auditions. Oh, the good old days, back when we thought Steven Tyler was a passionate judge and Casey Abrams was a goofy guy who'd never step to Jimmy Iovine. Our egomaniacs used to be so adorable when they were young.
Before I get interrupted by a random, pointless drum line, let me quickly remind you to catch our weekly post-performance interactive chat show, "Idol Party Live," at noon right here in this very blog. My co-host...
- 4/21/2011
- by Jim Cantiello
- MTV Newsroom
Naima Adedapo and Haley Reinhart hope to avoid a return trip to the bottom three this week.
By Eric Ditzian
Casey Abrams performs on 'American Idol'
Photo: Fox
There was a time when a Motown-themed evening was an "American Idol" institution. Kelly Clarkson delivered such a dizzying take on Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell's "You're All I Need to Get By" in season one that a bewildered Simon Cowell tried on a Southern accent and told her, "As they say in Texas, y'all did a great job!" Ruben Studdard soared with the Four Tops the next year, and then Fantasia, also trying on a Gaye tune, wowed the judges on her way to the title.
Future seasons would ditch Motown as a whole for specific artists like Stevie Wonder and Diana Ross, but there remains a vast trove of "Idol" history for singers to mine as both cautionary tales and I-hope-i-can-sound-so-damn-good aspirations.
By Eric Ditzian
Casey Abrams performs on 'American Idol'
Photo: Fox
There was a time when a Motown-themed evening was an "American Idol" institution. Kelly Clarkson delivered such a dizzying take on Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell's "You're All I Need to Get By" in season one that a bewildered Simon Cowell tried on a Southern accent and told her, "As they say in Texas, y'all did a great job!" Ruben Studdard soared with the Four Tops the next year, and then Fantasia, also trying on a Gaye tune, wowed the judges on her way to the title.
Future seasons would ditch Motown as a whole for specific artists like Stevie Wonder and Diana Ross, but there remains a vast trove of "Idol" history for singers to mine as both cautionary tales and I-hope-i-can-sound-so-damn-good aspirations.
- 3/23/2011
- MTV Music News
Contestants will sing songs released in their birth years on Wednesday's show.
By Eric Ditzian
Casey Abrams performs on "American Idol" on March 9
Photo: Fox
Two months into its 10th season, "American Idol" is finally about to begin. After scores of multi-city auditions, Hollywood Week and pre-taped shows at a Los Angeles soundstage, the reality competition is set, at long last, to unleash a live performance episode on Wednesday (March 16). This is the "Idol" we know (and sometimes love), and it'll be interesting to see how the reality of live TV affects the contestants as well as the judges.
This week's 12 remaining hopefuls will be taking on songs from the years they were born — a theme last explored in 2009, when Adam Lambert wowed with Tears for Fears' "Mad World" and Scott MacIntyre got the boot for a schmaltzy version of Survivor's "The Search Is Over." Will Casey Abrams and...
By Eric Ditzian
Casey Abrams performs on "American Idol" on March 9
Photo: Fox
Two months into its 10th season, "American Idol" is finally about to begin. After scores of multi-city auditions, Hollywood Week and pre-taped shows at a Los Angeles soundstage, the reality competition is set, at long last, to unleash a live performance episode on Wednesday (March 16). This is the "Idol" we know (and sometimes love), and it'll be interesting to see how the reality of live TV affects the contestants as well as the judges.
This week's 12 remaining hopefuls will be taking on songs from the years they were born — a theme last explored in 2009, when Adam Lambert wowed with Tears for Fears' "Mad World" and Scott MacIntyre got the boot for a schmaltzy version of Survivor's "The Search Is Over." Will Casey Abrams and...
- 3/16/2011
- MTV Music News
"American Idol" Top 24 celebrated their achievement with a prom held at the Roosevelt in Hollywood on Friday, February 24. Twelve women and eleven men, minus Casey Abrams who was hospitalized for stomach pains, were surprised with a new Motorola Atrix 4G, along with a lapdock and multimedia HD dock, as well as one year of free wireless service from the sponsor, At&T.
The bash also attracted the attendance of celebrities as well as former "Idol" contestants. Among the stars who support the show were Dr. Drew, Antonio Sabato Jr., Ashley Argota, Lacey Schwimmer, Tyler Blackburn and Thomas Dekker. Faces from the show's past included Ace Young, Allison Iraheta, Andrew Garcia, Constantine Maroulis, Scott MacIntyre and Tim Urban.
The Top 12 men were scheduled to tape the performance for next week's episode earlier that day. Abrams, who was discharged from the hospital on Friday afternoon, managed to squeeze two rehearsals and is expected to perform as planned.
The bash also attracted the attendance of celebrities as well as former "Idol" contestants. Among the stars who support the show were Dr. Drew, Antonio Sabato Jr., Ashley Argota, Lacey Schwimmer, Tyler Blackburn and Thomas Dekker. Faces from the show's past included Ace Young, Allison Iraheta, Andrew Garcia, Constantine Maroulis, Scott MacIntyre and Tim Urban.
The Top 12 men were scheduled to tape the performance for next week's episode earlier that day. Abrams, who was discharged from the hospital on Friday afternoon, managed to squeeze two rehearsals and is expected to perform as planned.
- 2/26/2011
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
It's hard to forget Scott MacIntyre after he competed on "American Idol's" eighth season. He kind of stole our hearts with his voice and amazing talent at the piano. And now it seems someone has stolen his. It thrills us to announce that Scott's engaged!
According to Us, the 25-year-old will marry Christina Teich later this year.
Expect to see lots of pictures of the happy couple when they make their first public appearance since getting engaged at Thursday's (Feb. 24) "American Idol" Top 24 party in Los Angeles.
Congratulations Scott and Christina! ...
According to Us, the 25-year-old will marry Christina Teich later this year.
Expect to see lots of pictures of the happy couple when they make their first public appearance since getting engaged at Thursday's (Feb. 24) "American Idol" Top 24 party in Los Angeles.
Congratulations Scott and Christina! ...
- 2/22/2011
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Pop2it
American Idol alum Scott MacIntyre is engaged to Christina Teich, People reports.
MacIntyre, 25, was a finalist in Season 8 and the first blind contestant to compete on the show. He and his fiancé will make their first public appearance together this Thursday at the Idol Prom in Hollywood.
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MacIntyre, 25, was a finalist in Season 8 and the first blind contestant to compete on the show. He and his fiancé will make their first public appearance together this Thursday at the Idol Prom in Hollywood.
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- 2/21/2011
- by Robyn Ross
- TVGuide - Breaking News
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- 2/21/2011
- by PopSugar
- Popsugar.com
Scott MacIntyre, the first-ever blind American Idol finalist who endeared himself to millions during season 8, has now found "the one." MacIntyre, 25, and fiancée Christina Teich plan to wed later this year. They will also make their first public appearance together this Thursday at the first-ever Idol Prom (formerly the American Idol Top 24 party) at the Roosevelt Hotel in Hollywood. MacIntyre, who finished eighth in season 8, struck an emotional chord with viewers with his spirit of optimism in the face of adversity and his heartfelt music. "Because of my lack of vision, I was drawn to sound," the Redondo Beach, Calif.
- 2/21/2011
- by Tim Nudd
- PEOPLE.com
Awwww... Scott MacIntyre is getting married!
The 25-year-old former "American Idol" Season 8 contestant is reportedly engaged to his girlfriend, Christina Teich, and the pair is set to wed later this year, according to Us Weekly.
The couple will make their first public appearance together on February 24 at the Season 10 "American Idol" Top 24 party in Hollywood, according to the mag.
As previously reported on AccessHollywood.com, Scott, an accomplished singer/pianist, finished in eighth place on the hit Fox reality show in 2009. He then toured the country with the show's live concert tour before releasing ...
Copyright 2011 by NBC Universal, Inc. All rights reserved.
This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
The 25-year-old former "American Idol" Season 8 contestant is reportedly engaged to his girlfriend, Christina Teich, and the pair is set to wed later this year, according to Us Weekly.
The couple will make their first public appearance together on February 24 at the Season 10 "American Idol" Top 24 party in Hollywood, according to the mag.
As previously reported on AccessHollywood.com, Scott, an accomplished singer/pianist, finished in eighth place on the hit Fox reality show in 2009. He then toured the country with the show's live concert tour before releasing ...
Copyright 2011 by NBC Universal, Inc. All rights reserved.
This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
- 2/21/2011
- by nobody@accesshollywood.com (AccessHollywood.com Editorial Staff)
- Access Hollywood
"American Idol" is here and Zap2it has been taking a stroll down memory lane to re-evaluate the previous nine seasons.
We're breaking it down into four categories: Best Performance, Worst Performance, Most Underrated Idol and most Overrated Idol. At the end, we will decide how the season stacks up against the rest, rating it as great, good, or not-so-good.
We've looked back at Season 1 (yay Kelly!), Season 2 (aww, Clay and Ruben!), the black hole that was Season 3, one of our favorite Top 2 in Season 4, and Soul Patrol-ed Season 5. We took a look back at beatboxin' Season 6 and the David vs. David finale of Season 7.
Season 8 contestants in order of elimination:
Jasmine Murray
Jorge Nunez
Alexis Grace
Michael Sarver
Megan Joy
Scott MacIntyre
Lil Rounds
Anoop Desai
Matt Giraud
Allison Iraheta
Danny Gokey
Adam Lambert
Kris Allen (winner)
Best performance: Don't make us choose!
There are too many from this season.
We're breaking it down into four categories: Best Performance, Worst Performance, Most Underrated Idol and most Overrated Idol. At the end, we will decide how the season stacks up against the rest, rating it as great, good, or not-so-good.
We've looked back at Season 1 (yay Kelly!), Season 2 (aww, Clay and Ruben!), the black hole that was Season 3, one of our favorite Top 2 in Season 4, and Soul Patrol-ed Season 5. We took a look back at beatboxin' Season 6 and the David vs. David finale of Season 7.
Season 8 contestants in order of elimination:
Jasmine Murray
Jorge Nunez
Alexis Grace
Michael Sarver
Megan Joy
Scott MacIntyre
Lil Rounds
Anoop Desai
Matt Giraud
Allison Iraheta
Danny Gokey
Adam Lambert
Kris Allen (winner)
Best performance: Don't make us choose!
There are too many from this season.
- 1/20/2011
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
It may seem like an unusually slow weekend on American Idol, but that's because everything's on video. Well, almost everything -- I can't find a video of Lee Dewyze performing the National Anthem at the NBA Finals earlier just yet. But we've got videos to show you: Simon Cowell, Scott MacIntyre, Lee Dewyze and some clips from Adam Lambert's GlamNation tour, all thanks of MJsBigBlog.
- 6/6/2010
- by editor@buddytv.com
- buddytv.com
So let’s just call this thing: Crystal killed it, and Lee kinda choked. Having discussed last night’s American Idol finale performance night with EW.com’s preeminent Idoloonie Michael Slezak, I know that was also his assessment of the evening from the vantage point of his living room couch. From my seat inside the IdolDeathStar — a.k.a. the Nokia Theater La Live — the difference between Crystal’s often effortless excellence and Lee’s unfocused striving was even more stark. I don’t think I’ve experienced an Idol finale, on TV or in person, this lopsidedly obvious...
- 5/26/2010
- by Adam B. Vary
- EW.com - PopWatch
'Idol' alumni Michael Lynche, Megan Joy and Justin Guarini show up for judge's penultimate show.
By Kelley L. Carter
Crystal Bowersox performs on "American Idol" on Tuesday
Photo: Michael Becker/ Fox
Los Angeles — The party got started long before the final "American Idol" performance show kicked off. "Idol" contestants from seasons past were right at home and accepted cheers and catcalling from the 7,000 fans inside the Nokia Theatre.
About an hour before the show started, season-one runner-up Justin Guarini held court. The curly-haired singer was outside near the talent check-in, taking cell phone shots with fans, shaking hands and laughing with friends he called out to.
Scott MacIntyre, the blind piano-playing contestant from season eight, was taken aback when the crowd whistled and applauded his arrival. Megan Joy — who got rid of the long, lush locks we remember from the same season — ran her fingers through her cropped...
By Kelley L. Carter
Crystal Bowersox performs on "American Idol" on Tuesday
Photo: Michael Becker/ Fox
Los Angeles — The party got started long before the final "American Idol" performance show kicked off. "Idol" contestants from seasons past were right at home and accepted cheers and catcalling from the 7,000 fans inside the Nokia Theatre.
About an hour before the show started, season-one runner-up Justin Guarini held court. The curly-haired singer was outside near the talent check-in, taking cell phone shots with fans, shaking hands and laughing with friends he called out to.
Scott MacIntyre, the blind piano-playing contestant from season eight, was taken aback when the crowd whistled and applauded his arrival. Megan Joy — who got rid of the long, lush locks we remember from the same season — ran her fingers through her cropped...
- 5/25/2010
- MTV Music News
Watching "Songs of the Cinema" night on "American Idol" was a lot like eating a large popcorn at the movies. Some of the kernels were close to perfect, with salty flavor and crispness balanced perfectly (Crystal). Others were stale, as if the concession workers had just dumped a new batch on top of one that had been sitting around since the theatrical run of "Kindergarten Cop" (Lee). And others were inexplicably soggy, which totally makes you gag 'cause Lord knows you didn't order any butter (Michael). (If Aaron was still on the show, I'd also talk about the kernels that were too young to pop.) And when the end credits rolled, you felt so bloated you regretted buying popcorn to begin with.
Jamie Foxx returned as a mentor (one of the few celebs in the history of "Idol" to return in the role, along with Quentin Tarantino, oddly enough) but...
Jamie Foxx returned as a mentor (one of the few celebs in the history of "Idol" to return in the role, along with Quentin Tarantino, oddly enough) but...
- 5/12/2010
- by Jim Cantiello
- MTV Newsroom
"American Idol" finalist Melinda Doolittle is busy promoting her book "Beyond Me" and embarking on a nationwide book tour in the month of May, but she still finds time to tune in to "Idol."
She tells Zap2it about her Season 9 favorites and agrees with us that Harry Connick Jr. would make an excellent replacement for Simon Cowell.
So you've watched "Idol" Season 9?
Oh, yes. I have this great thing called a Slingbox so I don't even have to be in town to watch it, I can be anywhere and watch it on my computer. Last night was huge for me, I love Harry Connick Jr. He became so much more of my hero after last night, I can't even ... it was awesome.
Do you have any favorites on the show?
I really loved Didi Benami, loved her. It was so hard for me to see her go home. I...
She tells Zap2it about her Season 9 favorites and agrees with us that Harry Connick Jr. would make an excellent replacement for Simon Cowell.
So you've watched "Idol" Season 9?
Oh, yes. I have this great thing called a Slingbox so I don't even have to be in town to watch it, I can be anywhere and watch it on my computer. Last night was huge for me, I love Harry Connick Jr. He became so much more of my hero after last night, I can't even ... it was awesome.
Do you have any favorites on the show?
I really loved Didi Benami, loved her. It was so hard for me to see her go home. I...
- 5/5/2010
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
"American Idol" Season 6 finalist Melinda Doolittle has a book hitting shelves this week. It's called "Beyond Me: Finding Your Way to Life's Next Level." The book is a collection of poignant, humorous stories that detail the secrets of Melinda's success through setting goals for herself and using her stress-filled environment as a springboard for her to soar.
"It talks not only about my experience on 'American Idol' but my experience in life and how I got to the point I am at right now,' Melinda tells Zap2it about her new book. "The lessons I learned in life, the things my mama taught me. I grew up in a single-parent household and my mom is one of my best friends. What she taught me has shaped me into the woman I am today."
"I was raised to look at the positive side of things," Doolittle continues. "My...
"It talks not only about my experience on 'American Idol' but my experience in life and how I got to the point I am at right now,' Melinda tells Zap2it about her new book. "The lessons I learned in life, the things my mama taught me. I grew up in a single-parent household and my mom is one of my best friends. What she taught me has shaped me into the woman I am today."
"I was raised to look at the positive side of things," Doolittle continues. "My...
- 5/5/2010
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
Check out the video above in which American Idol stars Kris Allen and Allison Iraheta cover Coldplay’s ‘The Scientist.’
They gave the performance on Friday in Los Angeles for Oprah Winfrey’s No Phone Zone rally.
Winfrey’s No Phone Zone is an initiative that encourages people to avoid talking and texting on their cell phones whilst driving……sounds like a worthwhile campaign.
We enjoyed Kris and Allison’s rendition Way More than Katelyn Epperly’s one on this years Idol….check out her boring performance here.
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They gave the performance on Friday in Los Angeles for Oprah Winfrey’s No Phone Zone rally.
Winfrey’s No Phone Zone is an initiative that encourages people to avoid talking and texting on their cell phones whilst driving……sounds like a worthwhile campaign.
We enjoyed Kris and Allison’s rendition Way More than Katelyn Epperly’s one on this years Idol….check out her boring performance here.
Related posts:Allison Iraheta Also Signs With 19 Recordings and Jive RecordsAmerican Idol: Allison Iraheta says Simon Cowell will be “an amazing husband”American Idol: Scott MacIntyre, Jorge Nunez & Lil Rounds Get Through To Final 12Allison Iraheta to move in with Adam Lambert?American Idol: Matt Giraud & Allison Iraheta Plan To Stay HumbleCopyright © Unreality TV 2009 | Celebrity Big Brother Updates
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- 5/1/2010
- by Lisa McGarry
- Unreality
Outgoing American Idol contestant Tim Urban has been bigging up the former Idols stars who helped him on the show and in particular seemed impressed with the mentoring skills of last year’s runner up, Adam Lambert.
The Texan singer, who celebrates his 21st birthday this weekend told Ok that it had been “really cool” meeting some of the shows past stars. Allison Iraheta, Danny Gokey, Kris Allen, Matt Giraud, Scott MacIntyre, David Cook, Ruben Studdard, David Archuleta, Carrie Underwood, and Adam Lambert have all returned to perform on season nine of the show.
“The former Idols who have come back have been really cool and super friendly,” he said.
“They totally get where we are at. Adam Lambert was a great mentor. He had really great advice for the show having been on it before. It’s been really cool getting to meet them.”
Tim also revealed that he...
The Texan singer, who celebrates his 21st birthday this weekend told Ok that it had been “really cool” meeting some of the shows past stars. Allison Iraheta, Danny Gokey, Kris Allen, Matt Giraud, Scott MacIntyre, David Cook, Ruben Studdard, David Archuleta, Carrie Underwood, and Adam Lambert have all returned to perform on season nine of the show.
“The former Idols who have come back have been really cool and super friendly,” he said.
“They totally get where we are at. Adam Lambert was a great mentor. He had really great advice for the show having been on it before. It’s been really cool getting to meet them.”
Tim also revealed that he...
- 4/30/2010
- by Lisa McGarry
- Unreality
Elton John took to the American Idol stage last night for the Idol Gives Back special and gave a truly inspirational performance of his classic track ‘Your Song.’
We loved the huge red grand piano he used and can’t hear this song without remembering that it was Elton’s pal Princess Diana’s favourite song….in fact at one point he even considered singing it at her funeral instead of ‘Candle In The Wind.’
Elton, whose last major television performance was a duet with Lady GaGa during the Grammys in February, gave his performance on behalf of ‘The Elton John Aids Foundation’ and Idol Gives Back bosses reported donations of more than $140 million (£87.5 million) in 2010 prior to the televised charity show.
Click here for more news and video performances from last night’s charity based show.
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We loved the huge red grand piano he used and can’t hear this song without remembering that it was Elton’s pal Princess Diana’s favourite song….in fact at one point he even considered singing it at her funeral instead of ‘Candle In The Wind.’
Elton, whose last major television performance was a duet with Lady GaGa during the Grammys in February, gave his performance on behalf of ‘The Elton John Aids Foundation’ and Idol Gives Back bosses reported donations of more than $140 million (£87.5 million) in 2010 prior to the televised charity show.
Click here for more news and video performances from last night’s charity based show.
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- 4/22/2010
- by Lisa McGarry
- Unreality
Scott MacIntyre may not be getting much rest these days, but he sure is having fun. The American Idol (TV) Season 8 finalist is just back from Japan where he performed to sold out crowds, and is now promoting his new CD Heartstrings throughout the Us. The 24 year old musician, singer, and songwriter isn't letting any opportunites pass him by -- but then again, he never has. Scott has been one with music since the age of three when he began playing piano by ear. His ledger of personal and professional accomplishments is too long to list here, so we'll limit it to the fact that he travels with an impressive education in music, and he's written and produced eight CDs. Despite some tough challenges, Scott has emerged victorious and plans to strike some loud chords within the music industry. He has already begun by inspiring thousands, if not millions, of...
- 4/22/2010
- by jmaurer@corp.popstar.com (Jennifer Maurer)
- PopStar
The next few months will see the releases of an array of inspirational books from singing competition contestants -- "American Idol" finalists Scott MacIntyre and David Archuleta and Susan Boyle of "Britain's Got Talent."
Scott MacIntyre tells Zap2it, "I actually have a book coming out later in the year, which I'm really really excited about ... I've been working on it for awhile and I just brought on a fabulous co-author that I will reveal at the proper time. I'm stoked about him, people are going to be very excited about the announcement. We have a couple publishers that are really wanting to get their hands on the book."
"It's going to be about my life ... 'Idol' in the context of why 'Idol' was so meaningful to me," Scott continues. "I really only told half my story on the show.The blindness was obvious, I didn't want to talk about...
Scott MacIntyre tells Zap2it, "I actually have a book coming out later in the year, which I'm really really excited about ... I've been working on it for awhile and I just brought on a fabulous co-author that I will reveal at the proper time. I'm stoked about him, people are going to be very excited about the announcement. We have a couple publishers that are really wanting to get their hands on the book."
"It's going to be about my life ... 'Idol' in the context of why 'Idol' was so meaningful to me," Scott continues. "I really only told half my story on the show.The blindness was obvious, I didn't want to talk about...
- 4/20/2010
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Pop2it
The Simpsons will run with an American Idol theme next month, when an episode titled ‘Judge Me Tender’ will see bartender Moe go up before the famous judging panel.
Will he get to bootcamp? We can’t wait to see!
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Will he get to bootcamp? We can’t wait to see!
Related posts:John and Edward Grimes to appear in The SimpsonsSimon Cowell alters American Idol format to keep to ‘timing’American Idol Producers Launch ‘The Next Great American Band’American Idol: Scott MacIntyre, Jorge Nunez & Lil Rounds Get Through To Final 12American Idol 2010 Final 24: Some names released tomorrow!Copyright © Unreality TV 2009 | Celebrity Big Brother Updates
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- 4/9/2010
- by Lisa McGarry
- Unreality
Jason Castro of Season 7 of "American Idol" has found time between his self-titled debut album (out April 13) and kicking off his tour to watch some of the Season 10 Idols.
He tells Zap2it that Casey James "was amazing" on Beatles week. Jason has also "been a fan of Crystal Bowersox for awhile. And there's a couple other good people, but those two are my favorites right now."
We asked him what he thinks will happen once judge Simon Cowell leaves the show and Jason actually thinks the show will be okay. "You know, I don't think the show's ever been about [Simon Cowell] as much as it seems," Jason tells us. "He's an awesome personality and somebody we like to hear from, but the real magic of the show is the power of the fans to pick somebody out of nothing and create a career for them."
"It's like when you have...
He tells Zap2it that Casey James "was amazing" on Beatles week. Jason has also "been a fan of Crystal Bowersox for awhile. And there's a couple other good people, but those two are my favorites right now."
We asked him what he thinks will happen once judge Simon Cowell leaves the show and Jason actually thinks the show will be okay. "You know, I don't think the show's ever been about [Simon Cowell] as much as it seems," Jason tells us. "He's an awesome personality and somebody we like to hear from, but the real magic of the show is the power of the fans to pick somebody out of nothing and create a career for them."
"It's like when you have...
- 4/7/2010
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
Tim Urban took to the American Idol stage last night to perform the classic Lennon/McCartney track ‘All My Lovin.’ Though there was no celebrity mentor this week, Sir Paul McCartney did record a video message wishing all the contestants good luck.
We were expecting Tim to suck a bit tonight and thought he would be leaving this week for sure, but the 20 year old Texas boy actually gave a decent performance and rocked the track up a little. We were pleasantly surprised and so apparently were the judging panel!
Judges Comments:
Randy Jackson said it was a good “Tim performance” adding that he liked his new Beatles hairdo.
Ellen DeGeneres said it was her second favourite performance of Tim’s after ‘Hallelujah’
Kara DioGuardi said she liked the fun he ahd with the song and also the fact that he is taking some of their past comments on song choice seriously.
We were expecting Tim to suck a bit tonight and thought he would be leaving this week for sure, but the 20 year old Texas boy actually gave a decent performance and rocked the track up a little. We were pleasantly surprised and so apparently were the judging panel!
Judges Comments:
Randy Jackson said it was a good “Tim performance” adding that he liked his new Beatles hairdo.
Ellen DeGeneres said it was her second favourite performance of Tim’s after ‘Hallelujah’
Kara DioGuardi said she liked the fun he ahd with the song and also the fact that he is taking some of their past comments on song choice seriously.
- 4/7/2010
- by Lisa McGarry
- Unreality
What's a didgeridoo? Crystal Bowersox showed one off during her "American Idol" Beatles week performance of "Come Together."
A didgeridoo is defined as "a musical instrument of Australian Aborigines made from a long wooden tube that is blown into to create a low drone."
Crystal Bowersox and Rickey Minor and the band managed to find a didgeridoo for Crystal's performance of "Come Together." You mean the band didn't just have a didgeridoo player on hand? What?!
Turns out the didgeridoo player is a freelancer named Ernie. Just how does one get into freelance didgeridoo playing? We have no idea. It certainly added an eclectic element to Crystal's performance, but we still thought this was one of her weaker offerings on the show. What do you think?
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A didgeridoo is defined as "a musical instrument of Australian Aborigines made from a long wooden tube that is blown into to create a low drone."
Crystal Bowersox and Rickey Minor and the band managed to find a didgeridoo for Crystal's performance of "Come Together." You mean the band didn't just have a didgeridoo player on hand? What?!
Turns out the didgeridoo player is a freelancer named Ernie. Just how does one get into freelance didgeridoo playing? We have no idea. It certainly added an eclectic element to Crystal's performance, but we still thought this was one of her weaker offerings on the show. What do you think?
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- 4/7/2010
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
All of the "American Idol" alums, who have made their return to the show, only got the chance to perform, but Adam Lambert has agreed to do something extra. The singer who lost the "Idol" title to Kris Allen on season 8 will make an appearance next Tuesday, April 13 as a guest mentor for the top 8 contestants.
Soon after an email from Sony Music about the matter leaked out, Adam took it to his Twitter page to confirm the news himself. "It's true! In addition to performing on Idol April 14th, I will be mentoring the top 8 on the 13th," he tweeted. "I feel honored to be asked." He is expected to sing single "Whataya Want from Me" during his result show performance.
In a following tweet, the 28-year-old said, "Even though I'm just at the start of my recording career, I hope to lend some insight as one who's been thru the Idol adventure.
Soon after an email from Sony Music about the matter leaked out, Adam took it to his Twitter page to confirm the news himself. "It's true! In addition to performing on Idol April 14th, I will be mentoring the top 8 on the 13th," he tweeted. "I feel honored to be asked." He is expected to sing single "Whataya Want from Me" during his result show performance.
In a following tweet, the 28-year-old said, "Even though I'm just at the start of my recording career, I hope to lend some insight as one who's been thru the Idol adventure.
- 4/7/2010
- by celebrity-mania.com
- Celebrity Mania
Katie Stevens gave her best performance to date on "Let It Be" during Beatles week on "American Idol."
The judges keep trying to stuff her into the "young" box. Young and current are not synonymous. Katie's "Let It Be" sounded like it came from a seasoned performer and we mean that in a good way. It was emotional, with lilting higher notes that were gorgeous and pure. It was her best performance yet on the show and while it sounded current, it certainly didn't sound young.
The way she changed the melody was a masterclass in how to take a classic song and make it your own without completely destroying what people liked about it in the first place. Also, she wasn't "country" at all, as Simon Cowell tried to say. Was that his giant ego just trying to take credit for her success? Because that was Kara's pop-r&B all the way.
The judges keep trying to stuff her into the "young" box. Young and current are not synonymous. Katie's "Let It Be" sounded like it came from a seasoned performer and we mean that in a good way. It was emotional, with lilting higher notes that were gorgeous and pure. It was her best performance yet on the show and while it sounded current, it certainly didn't sound young.
The way she changed the melody was a masterclass in how to take a classic song and make it your own without completely destroying what people liked about it in the first place. Also, she wasn't "country" at all, as Simon Cowell tried to say. Was that his giant ego just trying to take credit for her success? Because that was Kara's pop-r&B all the way.
- 4/7/2010
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
Did you miss Michael Lynche's smooth spin on "Eleanor Rigby" during the "American Idol" Top 9?
We've got you covered. The judges were split -- Simon Cowell compared it to something you'd see in a musical, which is pretty confounding to us.
It sounded like an R&B song, not like something out of "Oklahoma." Randy then got off on a weird "Glee" tangent and Kara and Ellen could only sit there and shake their heads.
For our part, we liked it. It wasn't Big Mike's best performance to date but it was solid. And it was the most interesting take we've heard on that song, to be sure. What do you guys think? Was it good enough to keep Mike in the competition?
Also, the mentor next week is Adam Lambert. Could the theme be something more rock-y and if so, will Mike rock the house or will he...
We've got you covered. The judges were split -- Simon Cowell compared it to something you'd see in a musical, which is pretty confounding to us.
It sounded like an R&B song, not like something out of "Oklahoma." Randy then got off on a weird "Glee" tangent and Kara and Ellen could only sit there and shake their heads.
For our part, we liked it. It wasn't Big Mike's best performance to date but it was solid. And it was the most interesting take we've heard on that song, to be sure. What do you guys think? Was it good enough to keep Mike in the competition?
Also, the mentor next week is Adam Lambert. Could the theme be something more rock-y and if so, will Mike rock the house or will he...
- 4/7/2010
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
"American Idol" finalist Kimberley Locke's new single "Strobelight" drops Tuesday, April 6. She tells Zap2it about working on her first release in several years and what it's like to partner with judge Randy Jackson outside of "Idol."
Let's talk about "Strobelight." It's got a great disco sound.
Kimberley: That's exactly what we're going for! When Randy and I first started talking about the project, he asked me who my fans were and I said I have dance records, so he said it seems like a no-brainer to do that. It's exciting for me to come out of the gate with a dance song. "8th World Wonder," "Band of Gold" were both remixed as dance songs but "Strobelight" is straight out of the gate as a dance song, no remix. So anything we do to it is just going to make it better.
Is there an album in the works?...
Let's talk about "Strobelight." It's got a great disco sound.
Kimberley: That's exactly what we're going for! When Randy and I first started talking about the project, he asked me who my fans were and I said I have dance records, so he said it seems like a no-brainer to do that. It's exciting for me to come out of the gate with a dance song. "8th World Wonder," "Band of Gold" were both remixed as dance songs but "Strobelight" is straight out of the gate as a dance song, no remix. So anything we do to it is just going to make it better.
Is there an album in the works?...
- 4/6/2010
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
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