When the bottom two were Hollie Cavanagh and Colton Dixon, viewers and the judges were shocked to hear that he — not she — had been voted off American Idol 2012 by America. Dixon apologized to the judges, said he would pay attention to their criticisms when he’s making an album, and kept his head up defiantly throughout the elimination process. But really, the reason American might have voted him off was because Colton Dixon sang a Lady Gaga tune without thanking her on stage afterwards. Since he dissed judges Steven Tyler, Jennifer Lopez, and Randy Jackson when they gave constructive criticism, the elimination was no shock. Keep reading…
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American Idol 2012: Phillip Phillips object of Jennifer Lopez affections?
Phillip Phillips took to the American Idol 2012 stage on April 18 and managed to fluster celebrity judge Jennifer Lopez with his sexy vocals. Singing a tune by Usher, the hot young singer from Georgia managed to truly own it. With a backup band of acoustical instruments, he played the guitar while seated and absolutely killed it. It was truly a magical moment on American Idol — one that any music fan would say was worth every minute of taking a time out from their hectic lives to sit down, tune in, and to turn up the volume while he performed it. Steven Tyler calls him, “Brilliantly awkward” and Randy Jackson loves him. Keep reading…
Celebrity Death: Who is Dick Clark? (TV host, real American idol)
Back in 2002, Clark hosted a special 50th anniversary edition of American Bandstand with one very special guest performer. Michael Jackson, the green celebrity who has been remembered by his friends and fans for his philanthropic deeds far more than any celebrity scandal his name was involved in, had been a frequent special guest performer on the show over the years. He performed Dangerous for Dick Clark to celebrate the memory of the program and Gen Y kids had an opportunity to learn a little bit of music history in the mix. Now the inspiration for American Idol host Ryan Seacrest, the deceased pop culture icon is living on. Keep reading…
Elise and Phillip: Stop Draggin’ My Heart Around (Tom Petty song video)
Elise Testone and Phillip Phillips knocked their duet out of the park on the American Idol episode that aired April 4th, 2012. It had to have been one of the best song duets that ever aired on the hit reality television show competition. Celebrity judge Randy Jackson hit the nail on the head with his overly simplistic comment, “Wow”. Watch the song video clip below then you tell us — how cool are these two Idols? Way to go. Please, please consider touring together and making a duets rock music ballad album together in the future for sure. Click the play button to hear Elise and Phillip sing the Tom Petty song cover tunes. Keep reading…
Celebrity Apprentice 2012: Who is Clay Aiken? (Gay American Idol Singer)
Clay Aiken, a runner-up on the second season of American Idol way back in 2002, won the hearts of millions with his unique personal style and incredible voice. He went on to top the Billboard 200 charts with his first single and won the Fan’s Choice at the American Music Awards in 2003. Granted, he’s taking heat for making remarks that Rihanna has pitch problems when she sings live, but no one is holding that against him seriously. A successful artist in his odd music genre, he may yet again surprise the world and Donald Trump on Celebrity Apprentice 2012 by winning the show and being “hired” (rather than fired) in the end. Keep reading…
American Idol 2012: Jermaine Jones bad press took focus off rest of cast
The March 14th episode of American Idol 2012 was full of high and low notes. Jermaine Jones was sent home early by show producers for lying about his background. Phillip Phillips had kidney surgery but performed incredibly well. Jessica Sanchez was nicknamed “Swaggernaut” by Will.I.Am. Heejun Han revealed a crush on Fergie and Jennifer Lopez. Elise Testone, Deandre Brakensick, and Shannon Magrane all sang well. Colton Dixon had with Daughtry. Erika Van Pelt failed to take Steven Tyler to Heaven, but JLo compared her to Janis Joplin. Skylar Laine bored. Hollie Cavanaugh sang A+ again but Joshua Ledet was the hottest star! Keep reading…