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Jaydee Bixby Scores Big with Cowboys and Cadillacs CD


It’s truly official. I said on the Los Angeles American Idol Tour thread that I want to adopt American Idol Season 7 runner-up, David Archuleta. Well, add Jaydee Bixby to my Christmas in July wish list. As many of my Canadian readers know, Jaydee was the Canadian Idol Season 5 runner-up in 2007. His adorable […]

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American Idol Season 7 Tour In San Jose, CA: July 8th, 2008


How was the concert, San Jose? We are all very anxious to see and hear your video links, photos, news and more about your Idol experience in San Jose. So, don’t leave us hanging here. Feel free to comment away and post your links. This is an Idol friendly site – we support all the […]

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American Idol Season 7 Tour In Las Vegas, Nevada: July 5th, 2008


What’s happening, Las Vegas! The city that never sleeps must be hopping with all things “Idol”. Are they rocking your city? We want to hear all about it. So please add your comments, photos, video links and juicy backstage tidbits right here on this thread. You can also email all of the above to masterclasslady@hotmail.com. […]

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MasterclassLady And Mickey Say Happy Fourth Of July


To all my neighbors to the South, especially my loyal readers, I would like to wish you a very Happy Independence Day. July 4th is a time to celebrate and reflect on the wonderful lifestyle we enjoy in this great land of freedom and opportunity. It also is a time to reflect on and pray […]

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American Idol Season 7 Tour In Fresno, California: July 3rd, 2008


Hello Fresno Fans! Here is a thread just for you so you can post your comments or add your links to videos or photos. You can also email me your Idol videos or photos at masterclasslady@hotmail.com and I will add them ASAP. Have fun guys and gals! However, please be respectful in your comments toward […]

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American Idol Season 7 Tour in San Diego, CA: July 2nd, 2008


Hello San Diego! Please feel free to post your Idol tour details here. Also, if you wish, you can send me video links and photos via masterclasslady@hotmail.com or simply add a link in the comments section below this thread. I am anxious to hear from all of you, so don’t leave me hanging here! Have […]

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American Idol Season 7 Tour in Glendale Arizona: July 1st, 2008


Finally, a new American Idol thread. I am being very ambitious and hope to post a new thread for each stop in the American Idol tour schedule. First up, Glendale Arizona! I await your comments, photos and video links. Also, fun spoilers are most welcome here. Have fun reliving the Top 10 experience and feel […]

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Theo Tams: On His Way To The Canadian Idol Top Ten And Beyond


The more I think about it, the more I realize that Theo Tams is in a league of his own. Not only did he give a spectacular performance during his Top 20 showcase, but also he emerged as an articulate, genuine and passionate artist. However, more so than any other contestant, he displayed stellar musical […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion For Canadian Idol Top 20 Performances


Well, well – looks like we have some real winners on our hands early on in this Canadian Idol Season. Who might they be? Well, according to moi, they be pretty well everyone from Group 2 minus four exceptions. However, 22-year-old Theo Tams from Lethbridge Alberta and 29-year-old Omar Lunan from Scarborough, Ontario were phenomenal […]

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David Archuleta Performs “Stand By Me” On The View


Mmm, mmm mmm – that was one luscious performance of “Stand By Me” on The View. David’s pure and immaculate vocal quality remained a stunning presence throughout this showcase. His ascending and descending runs were technically and artistically secure, perfectly centered and phrased with an intelligent musical approach. I loved the head voice toward the […]

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David Cook Performs “Time Of My Life” On The View


I didn’t have a chance to watch the entire interview, but I thought I would upload David’s performance of “Time Of My Life” on The View. At first I didn’t recognize the song. David performed a totally new acoustic version of this number. It was quite good. but, man, did he look tired or what? […]

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David Archuleta Fanblast Site Initiates Live Blog With Masterclass Lady


Yes, it is indeed true. I have been invited to participate in a live blog on David Archuleta’s extremely successful Fanblast Site. It’s all going down on Friday, June 20th at 9:00 P.M. Eastern. Special thanks to the entire Fanblast community, especially Gail Hyatt, who worked so hard to make this happen. This is indeed […]

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Well, Thank YOU David Cook. It’s Been A Complete Pleasure!


I know this video has been posted on other sites, but I felt it was important to acknowledge and applaud our new American Idol, Mr. David Cook. It’s exciting to know that there will be future teleconferencing opportunities with David Cook. You’ve got to love the internet, huh? Through this wonderful medium, artists can stay […]

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American Idol Season 7 Top 2 Vocal Masterclass: David Cook, American Idol and David Archuleta,Runner-up


By: Rosanne Simunovic And so we come to the end of another great and emotional season of American Idol. I have to say that the judges and the producers did an excellent job of harnessing the very best hidden talent in the Country. Even though the singers brought an assorted range of musical experiences to […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion Thread For The Grand Finale of American Idol Season 7


It’s going to be a humdinger! Now, there’s a word you don’t hear too often. Sort of dates me though but who cares? I am too excited to care about anything except this enormously extravagant celebration that will take place during The Grand Finale of American Idol Season 7 show. There are tons of stars […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion Thread For American Idol Season Seven Top 2 Showcase


So, they came out wearing boxing gloves and the craziness and frenzy never relented. But I agree – David Archuleta was absolutely on top of his game, performing vocal acrobatic leaps and rolls with his voice that defies logic. And, he sang with such feeling and so much emotion. David Cook is still a superb […]

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American Idol Season 7 Top 2 Finalists: David Archuleta and David Cook


I am so excited about this week’s show, so of course I had to initiate a new post so we can all gather and chat about our two favorite Davids – David Archuleta and David Cook. Through all seven seasons, I have to say that this is the first time I have felt truly comfortable […]

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American Idol Season 7 Top 3 Vocal Masterclass: The Road To The Finale


By: Rosanne Simunovic I thought that the Top 3 singers, David Archuleta, David Cook and Syesha Mercado were just outstanding this week. A little nervous perhaps, but very good indeed! Some songs worked beautifully, others didn’t. However, all in all, these singers justified their presence in the Top 3 showcase. Although we lost some wonderful […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion Thread For The Top 3 Performances


Quite a show tonight. Quite a show! I thought the two Davids were mighty nervous but Syesha looked like she was having a blast. And the American Idol agenda was all too obvious, but, then, why should we be surprised at this point? So, once again, you are invited to voice your comments. However, just […]

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American Idol Top 3 Showdown:David Archuleta, David Cook, Syesha Mercado


I am going out on a limb here. I think the Top 3 performances are going to be spectacular. I love the Judges’ song choice for the singers. Although we do not have full confirmation of the other two songs that the singers will be showcasing, I thought the judges did a remarkable job in […]

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