Posts with tag "TaylorHicks"

Taylor Hicks Talks 'Breakdown,' 'Idol' Win

Posted May 5th 2009 at 04:39 PM by Amber James

When Taylor Hicks took the title of 'American Idol' during the show's fifth season, many wondered how long the gray-haired soul singer would last. Hicks told PopEater that he's had the last laugh. Juggling a "tour within a tour," Hicks is starring as Teen Angel in the touring production of 'Grease' while still performing live concerts in promotion of his second album, 'The Distance.' ...

Can 'American Idol' Stars Save Broadway?

Posted Jan 16th 2009 at 12:23 PM by Amber James

Each year after the whirlwind 'American Idol' tour ends, most contestants are kicked to the curb and forced to fend for themselves. Inevitably, an 'Idol' with a great voice and stage presence will head to the Great White Way, in hopes of becoming a star on Broadway. But is the tandem relationship between Broadway shows and 'Idol' guest-stars just a final effort to cash in before they fade away? ...