American Idol: To Inanity, and Beyond! [Recap]
newVideoPlayer("/AI_Kris.flv", 506, 423,""); The Top 5! Rat Pack croony swoony songs! What a magical combination. Oddly, I don't mean that entirely sarcastically. There was some good sing-sangin' on Idol last night, mostly from my long-term two favorites.In the show's continued efforts to hire judges who've no business critiquing singing performances, Jamie Foxx hopped off his Miami speedboat and mugged for the cameras and popped up as a surprise mentor. Kris awkwardly just walked up and gave...

Freda Payne, Thelma Houston, KC and the Sunshine Band On American Idol (Photos)
Lil Rounds and Anoop Desai were sent home last night. Amongst the special musical guests were David Archuleta, who sang “Touch My Hand” (video here>>), Harry Wayne “KC” Casey (of KC and the Sunshine Band), Thelma Houston and Freda Payne, who sang a medley of their hits “Get Down Tonight,” “Don’t Leave Me this Way” [...]

'American Idol': On the scene at the Top 5 results show
I entered the American Idol Thunderdome last night in a breathless rush -- more on why in a second -- so I almost missed a funny (and kinda prophetic) moment during the pre-show preparations. With 40 minutes to show time, the crew was still putting final touches on the lights, and the band was milling about in their civvies, Rickey Minor sporting what I believe was an especially choice Asian-tinged bowling shirt. Just as I took my seat, a bunch of the band decided to warm up their...

The Most Dramatic Rose Ceremony in American Idol History [Recaps]
newVideoPlayer("/adamisabottom.flv", 506, 423,""); That's how you do Idol! I mean, that's how you do it. Manufacture "surprises" so people will keep watching a full hour of television that should only take five minutes. Did your jaw drop?Of course, I'm referring to the huge, shocking surprise that Taylor Hicks IS STILL ALIVE. I know, America. We all thought he was carted off to the old folks' home like two years ago, where he died an anonymous, dusty, quiet death and was buried in an unmarked...

What's On Tonight: President Obama, Mythbusters, Law and Order, CSI: NY
Filed under: Late Night, Programming, Celebrities, Talk Show, What To Watch Tonight, Reality-FreeAt 8, the major networks (except FOX) and news outlets have the Presidential News Conference.FOX has a new Lie To Me at 8, followed by a new American Idol.The CW has a new America's Next Top Model at 8.Discovery has a new Time Warp at 8, followed by new episodes of Mythbusters and Pitchmen.TNT has the Heat/Hawks game at 8, then the Nuggets/Hornets game.At 9, ABC has a new Lost, then a new episode of...

'American Idol': Is Simon Cowell's time up?
Simon Cowell has publicly declared that he may walk away from American Idol when his contract expires after next season, hinting (repeatedly), "Maybe it's time for a change." That should have executives quaking in their loafers, as Cowell is the face of a show that's not only No. 1 in all of television, it's essentially Fox's ATM. ( Portfolio estimated it brings in $6.4 billion a year for the network.) And though ratings are down 12 percent since this time last year, it's pretty...

'American Idol': Is Simon Cowell's time up?
when his contract expires after next season, hinting (repeatedly), "Maybe it's time for a change." That should have executives quaking in their loafers, as Cowell is the face of a show that's not only No. 1 in all of television, it's essentially Fox's ATM. ( Portfolio estimated it brings in $6.4 billion a year for the network.) And though ratings are down 12 percent since this time last year, it's pretty much the only show that can consistently nab 25 million viewers. "It's like

American Idol: The Week Simon Tries To Fuck With Our Heads
Last night's American Idol was like the longest elevator ride ever. An elevator ride that just doesn't end. Although, some of the performances didn't have me staring at the emergency button just aching to yank it. But most of them did. I knew this wasn't going to be a fun time party hour when Jamie Foxx was revealed as the super secret mystery mentor. Jamie Foxx and The Rat Pack go together like Gaycrest and vaginas.Jamie as their mentor was sometimes funny, sometimes helpful, but overall he was...

Daughtry, No Doubt coming to 'American Idol'
Slash will mentor the American Idol Final Four for Rock Week. Next Wednesday (May 6) will see performances by Daughtry and No Doubt.

American Idol Elimination: The Fabulous Four!
I can't believe we're down to the final four on American Idol! Where does the time go? So was Wednesday the night our last lady standing headed home, leaving an all-male competition behind? Or is Allison Iraheta still hanging in? To find out who went home and discuss the rest of the show, just read more.Well, folks, I think this elimination was one of the hardest decisions we've had to make in a long time - I mean, as far as voting for TV talent shows goes - because everyone did such a great job...

American Idol's Allison Iraheta "Secret" Past!
As the seasons of American Idol continue to be pumped out, the legitimacy of the contestants has gone from believable to practically non-existent!! As it turns out, American Idol contestant Allison Iraheta is no stranger to the world of televised singing competitions! Back in 2007, Iraheta was the winner of Telemundo's Quinceañera: Mama Quiero Ser Artista [...]

American Idol 8: Matt Giraud's Schizophrenic Season
When you consider that Matt Giraud never really put it all together, his Top 5 finish on American Idol was mighty impressive.  Matt was in a constant identity crisis, never sure what type of artist he should be.  In his very first performance of the season, a disastrous rendition of Coldplay's "Viva La Vida," Matt made it abundantly clear that he wanted to be a Timberlake-style pop star.  The judges quickly squashed this notion and, to Matt's credit, he took the criticism to heart...

BEST WEEK EVER PREVIEW: Anoop Desai Is Our Idol
American Idol's Anoop Desai debuts a fresh new beard. But can it sing? Don't miss Anoop on an all-new Best Week Ever with Paul F. Tompkins tomorrow night at 11pm on VH1. VH1 TV Shows | Music Videos | Celebrity Photos | News & Gossip

American Idol: 1 of 5 goes home
Filed under: American Idol, Judges, Reviewcaps, Contestants, Alumni, HostOkay you guys: after watching last night's performances, you cannot call me crazy because of my love for Kris Allen. I know my adoration for Anoop was irrational, and while I was sad that he went home last week, I knew he wasn't going to win. But Kris? Kris should win. Of the five contestants who performed last night, his would be the only CD I would consider buying. My dad, however, thinks that Adam is in a class of his...

SPOILER: Another Contestant Leaves American Idol
After American Idol’s remaining contestants performed songs popularized by the Rat Pack the night before, more than 47 million votes were counted, Ryan Seacrest said on Wednesday’s show. And the results were surprising. Keep reading to find out which of season 8’s top 5 are one step closer to the finale and who went home. Well, that [...]

The Final Mavid Compilation and a Few Tulsa VIDEOS
I just received the final Mavid compilation from Kristen. She’s taken every clip of Michael Johns and David Cook’s“special” dancing from “Please Don’t Stop the Music” and edited them all together in a very entertaining video.Kristen and her friend Desi (whose Tulsa recap will be up in a bit) are attending today’s Ford Day in Detroit, featuring performances from David Cook and David Archuleta. I’m sure we’ll hear more about that later.Also–T

Susan Boyle: A Future Project for Heidi Klum?
Forget Susan Boyle coming stateside to perform on American Idol or America's Got Talent. Heidi Klum says Project Runway contestants and the world's most famous YouTube sensation...

Simon Cowell Isn't Looking For A Girlfriend - That Means You Too Susan Boyle
Simon Cowell split with girlfriend Terri Seymour (pictured below) and now he's happy flying solo for a while. Simon had been with Terri for six years but told a British newspaper: "I don't have enough time to go out. I quite like being single." Simon is busy filming hit shows American Idol , The X Factor and Britain's Got Talent .  We'd say he's busy enough.

David Archuleta April 22 ‘American Idol’ Performance: “A Little Too Not Over You”
American Idol Season 7 runner-up David Archuleta is headed back to Idol just in time for Disco Week. On Tuesday, April 21 the Top 7 finalists will perform songs from the disco era. The following Wednesday, David will take the stage to perform his new single, “A Little Too Not Over You,” live. Disco stars “KC” Casey [...]

David Cook - His Single “Light On” - First Listen!
Finally!  David Cook’s new single, “Light On” is available for preview at the AOL Popeater blog, right HERE. My verdict? While I was hoping for more Foo Fighters and less Hinder in David Cook’s debut single–not a fan of the Rock Power Ballad–I think the song is destined to be a radio hit. I’m not digging the minor-key verse, but when the song opens up in the chorus it’s got a hook that’s big, sweeping, romantic.  As always, Cook’s vocals are sp

Miley Cyrus rents out Disneyland for Sweet 16
Miley Cyrus puts those 'My Super Sweet 16' girls on MTV to shame, as everyone from David Archuleta to Tyra Banks showed for her party.

David Cook - New Single - “Light On”
David Cook’s new single will be released next week. That, according to Rickey.org, who hosted a cell cert from today’s Ford Day performance featuring David Cook and David Archuleta, where Cook divulged the information to a fan. I told you guys in this post it would be the end of September! So much for David Cook’s declaration by the buses that the single would drop mid-October. The single is called “Light On”. At today’s Ford Day luncheon, David Cook performed “

Demi Lovato Performs “Don’t Forget” on the Ellen DeGeneres Show
Today (April 15), Demi Lovato performed “Don’t Forget” live on the Ellen DeGeneres Show. I thought she sounded AMAZING! After the performance, Ellen asked Demi if she had something to announce, and of course she did. Demi said, “I am going on my first headlining tour on June 22nd. With David Archuleta….and tickets go on sale [...]

Tulsa, OK AI Live! Show - Please Don’t Stop the Music - VIDEO
There is a bonanza of video from the last American Idols Live! Show in Tulsa OK, Saturday night. But the best videos by far are from Livehead, who attended many shows this season. After the jump, check out her video of the final Tulsa group number “Please Don’t Stop The Music”, featuring Michael Johns and his Porn ’stache, Mavid: Zoolander Part 4, David Cook, David Archuleta and UNDERPANTS! And lots and lots of silly string. The cast stays on stage in a big group hug after the musi

David Archuleta Vlogs! - Detroit Layover - VIDEO by the Lovely David Cook…
David Archuleta vlogs from the Detroit airport. He’s on his way to Minneapolis to do some more recording for the album. He’s got mixed feelings about the tour ending… Videographer? The “lovely” David Cook! “He called me lovely…” Related PostsDavid Archuleta - Vlogs from Canada!David Archuleta Vlogs - From the Set of his Video ShootSeason 7 Record News - Already!David Cook and David Archuleta are on the VH1 “Hottest Hunks Under 25 List”