Matt Giraud To Return To Idol!

Next week not only brings us a new week of Idol but it also brings back Idol alums Matt Giraud and Scott MacIntyre to the stage. They will be performing Billy Joel's "Tell Her About It," on next week's show.


In other Idol news:
Kelly Clarkson was added to The Lilith Fair line up. She joins the likes of The Bangles, The Go-Go's, Dixie Chicks' Emily Robison and Martie Maguire's side project the Courtyard Hounds, Martina McBride, Suzanne Vega, festival founder Sarah McLachlan as well as Ke$ha, Colbie Caillat, Tegan and Sara, Corinne Bailey Rae, Erykah Badu, Emmylou Harris, Metric, Jill Scott, La Roux and Loretta Lynn.

On Sunday, April 11th, Jason Castro will performing at Live From The Vineyard. CLICK HERE to order tickets and check out the other acts.

Adam Lambert To Be Apart Of Ellen's Birthday Bash!

On January 26th Adam Lambert will be appearing on Ellen for her birthday bash special. Make sure you tune in to see Adam's special birthday performance for Ellen! (check your local listing to see air time)

If you live in New York make sure to check out Adam, AI winner Kris Allen, and Allison Iraheta when they perform at New York's Highline Ballroom on February 12th!




Matt Giraud has announced the details of his first single! "You Don't Know Me" is a duet with Anna Wilson that will be available for download on iTunes starting on January 29th. Anna and Matt will also be performing the duet that night at their Grand Rapids show.



American Idol winner Jordin Sparks is dabbling in acting once again. Her official Twitter says she will be appearing on an episode of Bones!

In other Idol news: Jennifer Hudson will be performing at tomorrow's "Help for Haiti" telethon that will air on MTV. David Archuleta has also signed on to take part in the telethon as well. Tune into MTV tomorrow night at 8PM to watch the "Help for Haiti" telethon.
Idol winner Carrie Underwood's Music video for Temporary Home will premiere on CMT.com on February 4th!

And make sure you check out Adam's track by track for his mega hit debut album For Your Entertainment on his official site.

David Cook Returns To Race For Hope 2010

This year David Cook will be returning to the annual Race For Hope in Washington DC. The event is held to help raise awareness and funding to benefit the brain tumor community. The Race for Hope is in it's 13th year and with the race just a few months away, David Cook's team is already the top fundraising team!
Here's a special message from David about the 2010 Race For Hope:

"After becoming involved with ABC2 and the Race For Hope last year, I was extremely humbled by the dedication of everyone involved, which makes my excitement exponentially higher for this year and the years to follow.

I look forward to not only HOPEFULLY beating my time from last year, but also to raising both funds and awareness for the purpose of eradicating this terrible illness.

Join my team and run with me in our nation’s capital or join me as a virtual runner. Let's try for back-to-back titles as best fundraising team!

Thank you for all your help!"

Former season eight Idol contestant Matt Giraud will be joining season seven contestant at the sixth annual Drive the Dream Gala, themed “Heroes, Stars and Idol,” It starts 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 16 at WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Road. Other Idol contestants such as Scott MacIntyre, and Brooke White will also be at the charity event. Tickets are $1,000 per person. Proceeds benefit Childhelp. Call 480-922-8212 or visit www.childhelpdrivethedream.org.



Congratulations to Carrie Underwood , not only on her engagement, but on her People's Choice Award for Favorite Country Artist!
She is also going t make her acting debut on the popular comedy, How I Met Your Mother. She will play Tiffany, an enigmatic pharmaceutical sales rep and love interest for Ted (played by Josh Radnor), in an episode scheduled to air in March. So be sure to tune in!



It's official Kris Allen will be performing a concert overseas in the Philippines! He will be playing at is the Mckinley Hills Concert Grounds in Taguig. No word yet on where they will be performing in Cebu. So, if you are a fan in the Philippines make sure to go see Kris!

Adam Lambert New Year's Eve, Danny Gokey's video preview, and Matt Griaud performing for the NBA

Adam Lambert will be performing on Gridlock, a New Year's Eve celebration in the NEw York themed streets of the Paramount pictures lot!
Click the link to see the promotion!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t6Rl82EzPQE

Danny Gokey was featured on Fox News Nashville for the preview of his new music video, My Best Days Are Ahead Of Me.

Watch the preview below.
http://www.fox17.com/newsroom/music_beat/videos/vid_134.shtml


Matt Giraud will be performing the National Anthem and will also have a half time performance at the Oklahoma City Thunder basketball game on New Year's Eve!

7 things we're thankful for...

2009's Idol season brought us so many different milestones, moments, memories, and of course a new Idol winner. But there were moments that we could never forget, ones that will stay with us until- well forever. So we will be counting down the 10 moments we were most thankful for this past Idol season.

7: Adam Lambert's Ring of Fire Performance


Adam Lambert's performance of Ring of Fire proved to be one of the most groundbreaking and original performances Idol has ever witnessed. Although Lambert had previously shown his unique personality, Ring of Fire declared exactly who he was as an artist.

6:Kris Allen performs Heartless

Kris Allen was no stranger when it came to mixing up a song and making it all his own but when he performed an acoustic cover of Kanye West's Heartless it was literally a grand surprise. Kris Allen not only won over America with such an outstanding performance but he also received amazing feedback as well as the Idol crown. He showed himself as a true artist when he announced he was performing that.

5: Kris Allen and Adam Lambert perform with Queen














Rock legends Queen have always been at the center of true stardom and artistry so when it was revealed that they would be gracing the Idol stage everyone was excited. Seeing the two top finalists on stage with them was truly compelling. Even more amazing was that they truly did hold their own amid all that star-power.

4: Matt Giraud is saved by the judges













History was made on April 15th when Matt Giraud was saved by the judges after having been eliminated by fan votes. He went on to give two more wonderful performances and gave us a moment we aren't likely to forget.

3: Daughtry unveils new song

















Music sensation Daughtry wowed the crowd once more with their new smash single No Surprise. Not only did they unveil a new song but this marked another well accepted performance by front man Chris Daughtry, who received thunderous applause mimicking the kind he got while a contestant on the show.

2: David Cook returns not once....but TWICE

Reigning Idol winner David Cook returned to the Idol stage in early April to perform his second single Come Back To Me and was presented with the plaque of his platinum record. But Cook truly showed his artistic quality when he returned for the finale after such a short while after his brother passed away. He performed a heartbreaking rendition of Permanent. He proved that he will always be one of the best Idol winners.


1: Kris Allen Wins American Idol
















Kris Allen looked the most surprised out of all of the Idol winners before him and it became a truly priceless moment.

Danny Gokey's single and Matt Giraud's new original song!

Danny Gokey has announced that his song " It's Only" will not be his single but instead he is releasing a song titled " My Best Days Are Ahead Of Me" as his first single off of his upcoming debut CD.


Danny's management says that this single will arrive on country radio within the next few days and will be available for digital download on December 22nd.

Listen to both songs by clicking the links below:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=84I9da0zu-c&feature=player_embedded


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rMoS2tb4R7s&feature=player_embedded



Saturday, the 21st was quite big day for Matt Giraud. He performed his first solo concert post-Idol. The concert was held at Cornerstone Church in Michigan to celebrate the church's grand opening. There was an afternoon show which was held at 3:30 pm and an evening show at 7:30. The evening show was followed by a spectacular display of fireworks. Matt performed a new original song titled "I Miss You Tonight". Watch the performance by clicking the link below:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BR9qLJDqMyQ&feature=player_embedded

What are they up to? 2009's top 5

2009's Idol season was one of the best seasons to ever air. It not only brought us a new Idol winner but it also brought the world a whole new set of talent to look forward to.
We'll take a look back at the top 5 and what they are up to in their careers now.

Kris Allen

When Kris Allen first showed his vocal talent during auditions there was immediately something special about him. He went onto develop into one of the most talented, authentic musicians the show has ever showcased. He not only performed one of the best performances with 'Heartless' he also showed America that simple talent is best when it transforms into star quality.

As 2009's Idol winner a lot was expected of him. While on the 2009 Idol Tour he began work on his debut album that was anticipated greatly. And finally on November 13th his album came out. He has both impressed and lived up to the Idol crown he won.

Adam Lambert

Adam Lambert was instantly recognized when he auditioned with his rendition of Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody. He was exciting, talented, bombastic, and altogether fabulous. Not only did he make his mark as Idol's most controversial contestant but he also showed he could put his Broadway vocals to good use, he showed he could put on a good show.
His album -that is set to release on November 23rd- will no doubt be the good time and fantastic music he showed the world when he graced the Idol stage.

Danny Gokey

Danny Gokey came onto Idol with an audition that easily brought emotions to the surface. Both his voice and story behind him taking a shot at the show easily won people over. He continuously kept up a good spirit showing people that faith can get you through anything. He was pure soul, with a touch of country that would soon become his future in music.
Having signed with RCA Nashville, Gokey has said his album is set to be released in early 2010. His music will no doubt show the faith he believes in as well as keeping the positive attitude he has come to be known for.

Allison Iraheta

Allison Iraheta surprised everyone with her strong vocals having just been 16 when she auditioned. She showed a different side of the female contestant, separating herself from everyone else. She had a style all her own and had a personality as likable as any of her performances.
With her album set to drop on Dec.1st 2009, she will no doubt show the public that no one can ever be too young to be a true star.

Matt Giraud

Being the first Idol contestant ever to have been saved by the judges, Matt Giraud showed a side of soul not many had seen on Idol before him. He was talented beyond the comparisons to other artists, and could play piano like no one else on the season. He chose songs that suited him and gave them a touch of his own style. He was at his best singing the hits from MoTown and singing the classic 'My Funny Valentine'.
Although Matt Giraud has yet to be signed he is set to sing on a duet album from Jazz singer Annie Wilson. Soon enough someone will sign him and he will be able to showcase his soul and jazz to the music world that is awaiting his kind of originality.