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The Creative Arts Emmy Awards were held this past Saturday, and American Idol took home two awards for its humanitarian effort, "Idol Gives Back." AI took home the prestigious Governor’s Award as well as an Emmy for "Outstanding Technical Direction, Camerawork, Video For A Miniseries, Movie Or A Special." Whether it was the star-studded cast, the posthumous performance by Elvis with Celine Dion, or just the fact that the audience saw it as a more-than-worthy cause, "Idol" was definitely recognized for its efforts put forth during the $76 million benefit special.
Were you hoping to donate but thought it was too late? You can still help the Charity Projects Entertainment Fund by visiting the Idol Gives Back section, right on Americanidol.com!

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The third single from Kellie Pickler’s engaging debut CD is a sassy up-tempo song that highlight’s Kellie’s playful personality. Penned by hit songwriters Don Poythress, Wynn Varble and Tim Johnson, it lends an interesting perspective on the battle between the sexes:
"Her lips are too red, her skirt too tight/ Her legs too long and her heels too high/ Boy, she looks like the marryin’ kind."
It’s definitely something both men and women can relate to, and it will surely make them laugh. It’s a clever lyric with a catchy melody, and Kellie’s performance is spot-on in backing up the lighthearted nature of the song. Her personality shows through, and this single is tailor-made for country radio.

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Freda Payne’s 1970 number "Band of Gold" may have become old news, but with Kimberley Locke’s new spin on the one-time hit, the song is once again "gold." As with every song she has delivered, Kimberley"who earned high praise for her performance of this track on season two of "Idol""has commanded an absolute love affair at AC radio. Considering she has had six hits and two No. 1s, including previous No. 6 "Change" from current CD Based on a True Story, it’s no wonder that they love to play her songs. With a firm base in the gay community, the Bimbo Jones remix will only broaden Kimberley’s fan base.
Watch the video for her hit song "Change" right here on Americanidol.com!

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