American Idol News

American Idol News

Katharine McPhee aiming to be "the female version of John Mayer"
September 21, 2007
Although her debut album enjoyed some chart success when it debuted at No. 2 on The Billboard 200 album sales chart, Katharine McPhee fans shouldn't expect to hear the same type of sound on the American Idol fifth-season runner-up's sophomore effort.
CMT to premiere new Carrie Underwood's 'So Small' 66 times straight
September 19, 2007
How much exposure is overexposure? Carrie Underwood may be about to find out.
Mike Darnell dispells 'myth' that Fox ordered 'Idol' at Murdoch's behest
September 17, 2007
Just as American Idol hopefuls have a tale to tell about how they came to appear on the show, Idol too has a story about how it landed on Fox -- however according to Fox reality chief Mike Darnell, it's different than the "myth" that has circulated for years.
Ex-'Idol 3' finalist Jennifer Hudson lands 'Sex and the City' movie role
September 11, 2007
Jennifer Hudson's Oscar-winning Dreamgirls performance has led to her landing a role in a potential box-office blockbuster.
'Idol' breaks Emmy losing streak, 'Kathy Griffin', 'Dance' score first wins
September 10, 2007
American Idol, Kathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List, So You Think You Can Dance and The Amazing Race all captured 2007 Creative Arts Emmy Awards on Saturday, while Dancing with the Stars, Deadliest Catch and a few other reality shows were shut out.
'American Idol 3' champ Fantasia Barinno dishes on 'Color Purple'
September 6, 2007
When Fantasia Barrino captured American Idol's third-season crown in May 2004, she presumably envisioned a long music career was ahead. While she's had the chance to show-off her vocal abilities, Fantasia has also given her acting chops a try in The Color Purple on Broadway.
'American Idol' host Ryan Seacrest may sing during Emmy Awards
September 6, 2007
Ryan Seacrest's hosting credentials are indisputable, but can the unflappable American Idol host carry a tune?
'American Idol' 2007 concert tour down compared to previous years
September 5, 2007
American Idol's sixth-season Top 10 finalists were all psyched to participate in the show's American Idol 2007 concert tour, however fans apparently aren't feeling the same level of excitement.
Kelly Clarkson announces new smaller-venue fall concert tour
September 4, 2007
Kelly Clarkson's originally scheduled summer tour was "shelved" so its size could be "re-evaluated," and while it may be back on track for a fall run, the original American Idol winner will apparently be rocking out at smaller venues.
Carrie Underwood talks about new album, denies Tony Romo reports
September 4, 2007
Carrie Underwood's debut album "Some Hearts" has sold nearly 6 million copies and garnered the American Idol fourth-season champ numerous awards, so forgive her if she seems a bit nervous about her upcoming sophomore effort.