Archive for May 16th, 2009

'American Idol' has final matchup
Akron Beacon Journal, OH
By Chuck Barney Don't miss: Season 8 of American Idol, prime time's most popular show, all comes down to this: A matchup between Adam Lambert and Kris Allen. An over-the-top rocker vs. an understated acoustic crooner. The West Coast vs. the deep South.
Goodbyes & hellos Youngstown Vindicator
Week in Preview: May 17, 2009 – May 22, 2009 Television Without Pity
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New Bedford Idol contestants meet former American Idol
South Coast Today, MA
The show also included two other American Idol alums, 2003 contestant Frenchie Davis and 2003 top five finalist Trenyce Cobbins. After taking in the soulful, high-energy musical revue, the contestants, several parents and New Bedford Idol organizers

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Islamic Idol: Music spreading message of faith
USA Today
The singer is a contestant on a new Islamic version of "American Idol," launched to find and promote talent for the Arab world's first Islamic pop music video channel. The satellite station, 4shbab — Arabic for "For the Youth" — is the brainchild of an

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E! Online
Summer offers no rest for weary DVRs
Kansas City Star, MO
The show has a special premiere after “American Idol.” My colleague Joe Adalian of the industry publication Television Week just wrote an outstanding column about a problem that was right under my nose (or eyes). “There's simply too much original
Not That High School Musical New York Times
Pilot of 'Glee,' fall series about a high school music group, to San Jose Mercury News
TV: 'Glee' is gleefully good Salt Lake Tribune
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'American Idol' alum Latoya London in 'The Color Purple'
Zap2it.com
By Andrea Reiher Season three "American Idol" 4th place finisher latoya London is currently appearing in the national touring company of musical "The Color Purple" as Nettie. I was a big latoya London fan during season three.
Kenita Miller, "American Idol" Alum in "Color Purple" at Bushnell Hartford Courant
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Kenita Miller, "American Idol" Alum in "Color Purple" at Bushnell
Hartford Courant, United States
Also featured in the tour are Felicia P. Fields as Sofia, Angela Robinson as Shug and "American Idol" alum LaToya London as Nettie. London was in season three of "American Idol" and was the fourth place finalist. Also featured are Rufus Bonds,
Former 'Idol' contestant finds her voice in Broadway's 'The Color Gaston Gazette
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MTV UK
EW's top pick of the week: season finale of "American Idol"
CNN
Who will become the "American Idol"? Kris Allen and Adam Lambert are in the final showdown. On Wednesday night (May 20, Fox, 8 pm ET), America gets the last word on what EW's Michael Slezak happily refers to as the Best Possible Season Finale Not
'American Idol 8': Kris Allen vs. Adam Lambert Los Angeles Times
Will 'American Idol' nice guy finish last? Fort Worth Star Telegram
Jamie Foxx picks Adam to win 'Idol' msnbc.com
Boston Herald - MLive.com
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Examiner.com
Kris Allen's hometown abuzz with pride over 'American Idol' finalist
Everyday Christian, KY
The group had a large role in working with American Idol production staff in pulling off the visit, which drew large crowds at several locations. "I was at several events Kris attended and I heard him say more than once, 'This is nuts,' Keith said.
American Idol: Kris Allen visits hometown Examiner.com
Kris Allen visits Arkansas after making it to the 'Idol' three Cabot Star Herald
Are we ready for a winner who is married? Paradise Post
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Singersroom News
Queen Latifah, Santana Set For 'Idol 09' Finale
Singersroom News, NY
Queen Latifah, Carlos Santana and Cyndi Lauper have all be confirmed for Wednesday's anticipated finale of 'American Idol'. Reportedly joining the Black Eyed Peas, Keith Urban, and Lionel Richie, the trio follows recently announced performances from

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Straits Times
David Cook Added as Performer in 'American Idol' Finale
AceShowbiz
David Cook reportedly will take 'American Idol' stage and sing for the audience during the show's finale on May 20. David Cook has been added as another musical guest in "American Idol" season eight finale, according to Examiner. On top of that,
BoNa Coffee Holdings Corp. Offers Sponsorship to American Idol SYS-CON Media (press release)
Idol Chatter: Is Adam Lambert This Year's David Archuleta? Express from The Washington Post
Idol winner David Cook to eat balut… twice GMA news.tv
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