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Fewer Chumps, More Champs New York Times, United States - 12 hours ago Fans of “American Idol” who tune in primarily (if not solely) to watch unqualified contestants make fools of themselves will have fewer audition episodes to …

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‘American Idol’ producer Ken Warwick admits, ‘It got a bit boring’ Los Angeles Times, CA - Dec 15, 2008 “Wherever we can, we want to change things up a little bit,” said “American Idol” executive producer Ken Warwick during a conference call with the media … 'American Idol' freshens format with Season 8 changes USA Today 'American Idol' Producer Says Paula Abdul's Job Is Safe MTV.com 'American Idol' tweaks hit format for 8th season The Associated Press Newsday - Zap2it.com all 942 news articles

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Throw ‘Momma’s’ under the train: NBC uses bigoted mother to boost … Boston Herald, United States - 17 hours ago As the title suggests, this gem from “American Idol” host Ryan Seacrest focuses on three young men whose mothers baby them past the point of reason. … • Seacrest: Single Simon not ready for 'Momma's Boys' Show Patrol Critic's choice Minneapolis Star Tribune Momma's a big ol' bigot Deseret News Tampabay.com - Boston Herald all 36 news articles

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American Stars: Former American Idol Stars In Concert For The … WeAreQC.com, IA - 20 hours ago A surprising combination of four of the top ten American Idol finalists from Seasons 1 through 7 will take to the stage for a brilliant holiday concert. … CAROLING WITH CHIKEZIE! A Q&A Palm Beach Post all 2 news articles

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Recalibrating the Idol machine Flyer, IL - 21 hours ago With hits like "Before He Cheats" by Carrie Underwood and "Since U Been Gone" by Kelly Clarkson, it's no secret that the reality TV powerhouse American Idol … Archuleta serves up polite pop on debut disc Jamaica Observer all 2 news articles

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Survey: 'American Idol' judge Simon Cowell more famous than God … New York Daily News, NY - 21 hours ago American Idol judge Simon Cowell might want to keep that in mind before he responds to the results of a recent survey of British children in which they … X Factor mogul Simon Cowell more famous than God and Queen … Scotsman all 33 news articles

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Get Ready To Share Your Voice As American Idol Returns With A Brand-New Season, New Contestants and a New Judge Tuesday, January 13 and Wednesday, January 14 on FOX.

• Top 36 Semi-Finalists Revealed Wednesday, February 11.
• Voting Begins Tuesday, February 17.
• Top 12 Singers Revealed After Judges’ Wild Card Round Thursday, March 5.
• Top 12 Finalists Perform for First Time Tuesday, March 10.

The wait is almost over for the return of television’s #1 show!  Last season’s finale boasted a record-breaking nearly 100 million votes cast in the crowning of David Cook as the winner and now, American Idol is set to return with a two-night, four-hour premiere event featuring extraordinary talent and outrageous new auditions Tuesday, January 13 and Wednesday, January 14 at 8/7c on FOX.

The eighth season kicks off with three weeks of audition episodes, featuring tryouts held in East Rutherford, NJ, Jacksonville, FL, Kansas City, MO, Louisville, KY, Phoenix, AZ, Salt Lake City, UT, San Francisco, CA and San Juan, Puerto Rico.  After the two-night premiere, auditions will continue for two weeks on Tuesday, January 20 (8/7c) and Wednesday, January 21 (8/7c); and Tuesday January 27 (8/7c) and Wednesday, January 28 (8/7c).  The final audition episode will air Thursday, January 29 (8/7c) on FOX.

The lucky auditioners who get the judges’ approval then move on to the “Hollywood Round” where contestants vie for a semifinalist position during the grueling next phase of the auditions.  Extended for one week, the “Hollywood Round” episodes air Tuesday, February 3 (8/7c), Wednesday, February 4 (8/7c) and Tuesday, February 10 (8/7c).  On Wednesday, February 11 (8/7c), dreams come true for three dozen hopefuls, as Simon, Randy, Paula and Kara announce the Top 36 semifinalists.

It will then be up to America to decide who moves forward in the competition.  For three consecutive Tuesdays including:  February 17 (8/7c), February 24 (8/7c) and March 3 (8/7c), 12 different semifinalists will perform each night in the hopes of moving on to the Top 12.  Each week during the LIVE results shows airing Wednesdays:  February 18 (8/7c), February 25 (8/7c) and March 4 (8/7c), the three finalists with the highest number of America’s votes — one male, one female and the next top vote getter — will secure coveted spots in the Top 12.

On Thursday, March 5 (8/7c), American Idol presents a special “Wild Card” episode featuring the judges’ favorite remaining contestants.  After each of the contestants performs, the judges will select the three final contestants who will round out the Top 12.

The competition heats up as those Top 12 finalists take the stage for the first time together Tuesday, March 10 (8/7c). Immediately following, America has another chance to share its voice and vote for their favorite finalists.

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"American Idol" changes its tune a little Washington Post, United States - Dec 15, 2008 LOS ANGELES (Hollywood Reporter) – Fox is readying to announce some "American Idol" format changes. The tweaks have been rumored online thanks to a memo … ‘American Idol’ producer Ken Warwick admits, ‘It got a bit boring’ Los Angeles Times 'American Idol' freshens format with Season 8 changes USA Today "American Idol:" Paula to Stay, Forever Newsday MTV.com - Zap2it.com all 942 news articles

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