The only good thing to come out of Haley Reinhart’s painful rendition of the late Michael Jackson’s Earth Song on American Idol was that it inspired me to listen to Michael Jackson at work. This isn’t entirely outrageous behavior for me as my sister and I are borderline obsessed with the King of Pop, but it … Continue reading
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Song of the day: “Lately” – Stefano Langone
Maybe I loved this performance because I have an old school obsession with Stevie Wonder. Maybe I clung to it because he delivered a solid performance on American Idol. Or maybe…the sped up version is catchy. Do I prefer the original version? Of course I do, but Langone found a way to make the song … Continue reading
Tony Lucca’s “Rendezvous With the Angels” review; ‘It’s about the ebb and flow of love,’ he says
Tony Lucca, an artist who has been singing since the age of 3, playing in Detroit-area bands since age 12 and a past member of the Mickey Mouse Club, has done it again. His July release, “Rendezvous With the Angels,” does not have a single flaw and serves as an instant mood lifter and distraction … Continue reading
Idol Judge Resigns
It’s official. Paula Abdul will not be returning for the next season of American Idol. Apparently, she and the producers could not come to a financial agreement about her return. Interesting…rumor has it that Simon “No Shame” Cowell got a raise for the upcoming season. This is not a happy day! First, Britney Spears is … Continue reading
To all noteworthy Chicagoans:
Think you’re good enough to hold your own on the American Idol stage? For the second time in Idol history, the four judges and Ryan Seacrest will be searching the city of Chicago for the next possible American Idol. Auditions will be held at the United Center from June 20th to June 22nd. In addition … Continue reading
American Idol Finale
Winner: Kris Allen Group song with top 13: So What? (I’m Still a Rockstar). Ooo yikes. No good. Pink should stick to that song. David Cook: Permanent. How surreal it must be to sing at the finale. A year ago he was probably a nervous wreck. Now, he’s a platinum artist. No big deal. Norman … Continue reading
Final 2 Perform: “Battle of the Acoustic Rocker and the Glam Rocker”
VERSUS Adam Lambert and Kris Allen. For once in my life, I’m not really sure who will win this competition. Sure, Adam is predicted to be the favorite, but is he going to be able to hold … Continue reading
Sneak Peek: Lakisha Jones’ “So Glad I’m Me”
Wahhh! I have been lucky enough to get my hands on a CD that hasn’t even been released yet! Don’t worry, though. So Glad I’m Me comes out this Tuesday, May 19th, so you don’t have to wait too long. (A bit of info in case you aren’t as idol-crazed as I am: Lakisha Jones … Continue reading
We’ll Miss You, Danny
Aside from learning that I am a total sap (yes, I bawled my eyes out during this elimination; judge me), I realized that American Idol does much, much more than create musical superstars. An idol can be given free cheese dip for life at his favorite restaurant (Kris) or wear snakeskin shoes and not be … Continue reading
Down to 2…
Guesses as to who will be in the final two? Prediction: Kris Allen and Adam Lambert. Also, love Noah, the guy who wants to be a superstar. He learned “The World’s Greatest” in a week…and he’s from Rawanda…and doesn’t speak English. Craziness. Continue reading
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