Yesterday, we reported that Taylor Hicks (right), Bucky Covington and Elliott Yamin skipped out on their American Idol tour after-party i…

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Taylor, Elliott & Bucky Rock the Viper Room – TV Fanatic

Watch it here! American Idol finalist and former Marine Josh Gracin releases his first single from a new album.

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New Single by Josh Gracin – Show and Alumni News – American Idol

The following update was posted on ‘American Idol’ season four finalist Mikalah Gordon’s myspace earlier today: To whom it may concern: I want to clear.

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Another Update On Mikalah Gordon Being Robbed & Assaulted …

The following message was posted on ‘American Idol’ season four finalist Mikalah Gordon on her official Myspace page, run by her official website people.

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How else can you explain the likes of Bucky Covington and Scott Savol? Yes they can sing a little (even a lot), but they’re characters. American Idol is a business above all else, and needs people that fans can gravitate to. …

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Why Idol Auditions Are Packed With Bad Singers – TV Fanatic

former american idol contestant, mikalah gordon , was recently assaulted while taking a break from recording her cd. hopefully, she won’t be too affected by the assault.

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Former American Idol contestant Jennifer Hudson talked to The Envelope about her upcoming movie Dreamgirls, in particular the filming of the scene in which she sings “And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going” — the classic tune that Jennifer …

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Chris & Deanna Daughtry . The 26-year-old American Idol sensation, who finished fourth on this year’s Fox talent competition despite of being considered one of, if not the most talented performer the show has ever produced, …

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With auditions for a new season of American Idol practically underway, it’s time for a little sage advice — from some of the select few … … “Be you,” suggests Paris Bennett . “And no theater songs. Boring.” Be realistic about your talent, recommends Katharine McPhee: “Don’t sing Etta James’ ‘At Last.’” And for those taking part in the nationwide Season 6 contestant search, which begins today in Southern California, here’s a practical tip from Bucky Covington: …

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American Idol performances to date: 20. Nikki McKibbin : “Always Something There to Remind Me” — The Season One finalist, despite subpar vocals, managed to last all the way to the end, finishing in third place behind Kelly Clarkson and …

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The 20 Worst Moments in American Idol History – TV Fanatic

Scott Savol : “She’s Gone” (left) — The lovable, portly finalist from Season 4 first called out Bo and Constantine by calling himself “the real rocker in this competition,” the proceeded to massacre the Hall and Oates classic. Awesome. …

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American Idol allows lousy singers through because it gets them ratings.

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Former American Idol contestant Kimberly Caldwell , 24, was in Pasadena, Calif. , last month to chat with TV journalists. She’s now a pro…

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American Idol: Welcome to the Machine? – TV Fanatic

For a 19-year-old, Diana DeGarmo has come a long way. The second place finisher on the third season of American Idol , who lost by less t…

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Diana DeGarmo: From American Idol to Broadway – TV Fanatic

American Idol finalist Elliott Yamin and his mother Claudette Yamin are set to appear on Sirius Satellite Radio’s Lighten Up with Richard Simmons. The show will air today, July 30th at 3:00pm ET on Sirius Stars (ch 102). …

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The 10th-place finisher in any contest is rare noteworthy, but anyone who watched Lisa Tucker on American Idol knows she’s no ordinary co… … Or do you say, hey, Jennifer Hudson and Josh Gracin didn’t finish in the top three, and they’ve done okay? LISA TUCKER: I definitely believe in striking while the iron is hot. I just graduated from high school, I plan to wait a year to go to college, and during that time I’m going to record an album, and there’s a new sitcom in …

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The 10th-place finisher in any contest is rare noteworthy, but anyone who watched Lisa Tucker on American Idol knows she’s no ordinary co…

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