Posts with tag "american idol"

Brian Johnson on Arnold, 'Idol' and AC/DC at 40

Posted Jun 3rd 2011 at 11:55 PM by Nicki Gostin

It makes sense. AC/DC frontman Brian Johnson, the man who first growled "She was a fast machine, she kept her motor clean" 31 years ago, loves-loves-loves cars. Enough, in fact, to take time out from his duties in one of the most testosterone-fueled bands in rock history to write a book using his car memories to help tell his life story. 'Rockers and Rollers: A Full-Throttle Memoir' is a ...

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Behind the Lee DeWyze 'Idol' Finale Snub

Posted May 28th 2011 at 11:02 AM by Christine Fenno

Last year's 'American Idol' winner, Lee DeWyze, was absent from the stage during the season finale episode this week, and although he appeared on the series earlier this spring, he played no part in crowning new Idol Scotty McCreery. Eagle-eyed viewers could spot DeWyze sitting in the audience at the Nokia Theater. But Ryan Seacrest never singled him out to let fans know the most recent 'Idol' ...

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Court to Jennifer Lopez: First Husband's Home Video Can Be Released

Posted May 28th 2011 at 09:25 AM by Christine Fenno

Within days of wrapping her triumphant debut season as an 'American Idol' judge, Jennifer Lopez received bad news from a Los Angeles courtroom: Her first husband, Ojani Noa, has won a long legal battle now that he finally found a loophole allowing intimate home video of J.Lo to be released. The footage, which may or may not contain nudity, was allegedly shot during the pop singer's short ...

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Lauren Alaina Was Rejected by 'America's Got Talent' (Video)

Posted May 27th 2011 at 07:33 AM by AOL TV Editors

'American Idol' runner-up Lauren Alaina stopped by 'The Tonight Show With Jay Leno' and revealed some shocking new about her previous attempts to enter a TV singing contest. Host Jay Leno and fellow guest Piers Morgan began by asking Lauren about her relationship with 'Idol' champ Scotty McCreery. After insisting that they're just friends, Lauren summed-up the situation: "Everyone wants us to ...

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Lauren Alaina on 'Idol, Meeting Carrie Underwood and Being a Role Model

Posted May 26th 2011 at 10:00 PM by AOL TV Editors

'American Idol' season 10 runner-up, Lauren Alaina hopped on the phone this afternoon to talk to the press about her experience as one of the youngest finalists in 'Idol' history. The sixteen-year-old put in three solid performances on Tuesday night, despite facing Laryngitis. Though it didn't win her the competition, Lauren's tenacity is the mark of a true professional. "The show must go on, ...

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Country Strong: Debut Singles From 'Idol' Teens (Listen to Both)

Posted May 26th 2011 at 05:38 PM by PopEater Staff

Scotty bested Lauren, but really there were no losers in last night's 'American Idol' finale, unless of course you can't stand the Nashville sound. If that's the case, then you just may lose your mind listening to the first two singles from these clearly gifted C&Wers. Debuting exclusively on AOL Music, Scotty McCreery -- all of 17 -- tells someone with nice eyes 'I Love You This Big' while ...

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'American Idol' Winner: 'I'm on Top of the World!'

Posted May 26th 2011 at 09:01 AM by AOL TV Editors

After being crowned 'American Idol' Season 10 champ last night, teenage country singer Scotty McCreery headed backstage to talk to reporters about his momentous victory. How does it feel to be crowned 'American Idol'? McCreery told 'Entertainment Weekly' that "[It] feels absolutely amazing. I mean, I'm on top of the world right now. It's just a moment I'll never forget." The 17-year-old said ...

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Casey Abrams and Jack Black Like 'Fat Bottomed Girls' on 'American Idol' Finale (Video)

Posted May 26th 2011 at 05:15 AM by AOL TV Editors

Throughout his time on 'American Idol' this season, Casey Abrams was always memorable and always a little ... unique. With his quirky sense of humor and no-holds-barred attitude on stage, there was really only one performer that could match him in personality and stage presence. A lot of people don't realize that Jack Black first came into the public eye as one half of musical duo Tenacious ...

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Spoiler Alert: Country Singer Wins 'American Idol'

Posted May 25th 2011 at 10:31 PM by AOL TV Editors

After a record-breaking 122 million votes, we have a winner in what has been one of the most hotly debated seasons in 'American Idol''s 10-year history. With the addition of Steven Tyler and Jennifer Lopez to the judges panel, and record industry mogul Jimmy Iovine mentoring the Top 13 every step of the way, some fans agreed with executive producer, Nigel Lythogoe, who labeled this season's ...

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Kelly Clarkson Picks Lauren to Win 'Idol,' Says She Can't Wait for 'X Factor'

Posted May 25th 2011 at 02:46 PM by Nicki Gostin

Kelly Clarkson watches a lot of reality television, as anyone who has seen her Facebook page can attest. "I am a reality show junkie -- you name it, I watch it!" she tells PopEater in an email exchange. That "addiction" includes -- surprisingly -- the show she conquered 10 years ago that has gone on to be a worldwide phenomenon and a launching pad for Billboard-topping talent such as ... herself. ...