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Blake Shelton, Adam Levine, Christina Aguilera and Cee Lo Brown, Judges For NBC's The Voice

Vocal Masterclass Discussion For The Voice Season One Live Semi-Final Show


Tonight’s show will featuring two singers from each of the four teams competing on live television for one of four spots in next week’s Finale. However, the fate of eight singers from Teams Adam and Cee Lo must be determined before the live performances begin. These singers performed during last week’s show and the votes […]

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David Archuleta

Masterclass Monday: I Want To Be Able To Do The Music That I Feel: David Archuleta


Where did this young man come from? I am speaking about the sublimely gifted Season 7 American Idol Runner-Up, David Archuleta. This interview from Yes.My was conducted to herald David’s return to Malaysia for a full concert on 26 July 2011 at Stadium Negara. The article states that “hot off the release of his new […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion For The Voice Season One Live Quarter Finals: Team Adam And Team Cee Lo


Last week’s show, featuring the singers from Team Blake and Team Christina, was very good. Not excellent, but good. And, truth be told, there was only one standout singer and she was from Team Blake – Dia Frampton. I felt that she was truly unique and brought a relaxed Indie vibe to her performance. I […]

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American Idol Take Note( pardon the pun): NBC’s The Voice +ITunes Sales Determine Votes


Well, well, well. Looks like the producers of NBC’s The Voice have come up with the perfect solution to refine and, perhaps, legitimize the voting procedure. According to Mashable.Com: “After Tuesday night’s live show, fans can vote one of four ways: 1). Via phone. 2). Via the NBC Live app. 3). Online at NBC.com. 4). […]

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David Cook, This Loud Morning Album

David Cook Highlights The Making Of His New Album With this Exclusive Video: From The Studio


Lately, it has been so exciting to watch David Cook fly above the radar. His absence from the music scene over the last year or two created an enormous void for many American Idol fans. Although he was making some public appearances, they were, generally, very low profile. But, today and hopefully for a very […]

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NBC's "The Voice" Press Conference

Vocal Masterclass Discussion For The Voice Season One Live Quarter Finals


Tonight is the night. During this evening’s 2-hour episode of The Voice, airing on NBC at 9:00 Eastern, the remaining sixteen singers will perform live for the very first time in an effort to garner viewer votes. Additionally, The Hollywood Reporter stated: “The Voice’s Christina Aguilera, Cee Lo Green, Adam Levine and Blake Shelton will […]

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Toddler Performing The Beatles' Song Hey Jude On YouTube.Com

The Cutest MasterClass Video Of The Day: Hey Jude Interpreted by A Toddler


I have to credit one of my readers, Anita, for making me aware of this adorable and very musical performance of The Beatles‘ song, “Hey Jude”. This video has already received a ton of exposure – 26,508,531 views is nothing to sneeze at! I know this adorable child will be featured on Ellen. She loves […]

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Scotty McCreery, Fox's "American Idol 2011" Finale - Results Show - Press Room

Scotty Is A Busy Boy With Upcoming Appearances On The Grand ‘Ole Opry, Leno And Good Morning America


Heads up everybody and breathe a relieving sigh. American Idol winner Scotty McCreery is finally booked to appear on The Tonight Show With Jay Leno on June 15th. CMT.Com has very generously provided the media with some noteworthy Scotty appearances. Other scheduled appearances include Scotty’s debut on the Grand Ole Opry on June 10, just […]

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The Judges For NBC's The Voice, Adam Levine, Blake Shelton, Cee Lo Green and Christina Aguilera

Ranking The 4 Teams Of Singers On The Voice. Is It Adam Levine’s To Lose?


The Battle Rounds have ceased fire on NBC’s The Voice. Each of the four judges have selected their team of four singers for the live shows, which will begin next Tuesday from 9:00-11:00 P.M. At the end of the day, I always felt that Adam Levine had the strongest team and, more important, the most […]

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So You Think You Can Dance Promo Photo

Ratings For America’s Got Talent and The Voice Soar. So You Think You Can Dance Does A Plié.


Well, the headline says it all. NBC’s decision to air back-to-back episodes of America’s Got Talent and The Voice was a stroke of genius. Both shows benefited from the piggyback plan, in particular, The Voice, which was dipping slightly in the ratings over the last couple of weeks. The Hollywood Reporter had this to say: “(Tuesday) […]

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Simon Cowell Attends The 2011 Fox Upfront Event Source:FlynetPictures.com

Is Simon Cowell Getting The Heebee Geebees About The American Version Of The X-Factor?


Wow. I didn’t think Simon ever got nervous. Ever! However, according to The Scoop, it seems that the unexpected success of both Fox’s American Idol and The Voice have left him mighty worried. Sources close to the X-Factor had this to say: “There are two things he was not counting on,” the source said. “One, […]

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Beyonce Knowles

MasterClass Video Of The Day: Beyonce’s Dressing Room Performance


I haven’t had an opportunity to view Beyonce’s heralded stripped-down dressing room version of her new single, “1+1”. However, when I listened to it this evening, I wish I had treated myself to this gem of a performance a few days ago. The song was recorded by her husband, Jay-Z, prior to her American Idol […]

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Blake Shelton, Adam Levine, Christina Aguilera and Cee Lo Brown, Judges For NBC's The Voice

Vocal MasterClass Discussion For The Voice Battle Rounds Part 4 Plus Exciting 2012 News


Tonight’s episode of The Voice will air on NBC at 10:00 P.M. after the Season 6 Premiere of America’s Got Talent. The remaining eight singers will vie for the final four spots for the live show competition. The live shows begin next week, after which the public will be able to vote for their favorites. […]

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Scotty McCreery, Winner Of American Idol Season 10

Scotty McCreery Makes Historic Start On Billboard Charts. Lauren Closely Follows


Well this news from Billboard.Com should make the Scotty and Lauren fans jump for joy. Here is what Billboard had to say: “After winning the 10th season of “American Idol” Wednesday (May 25), Scotty McCreery blasts onto Billboard’s Nielsen BDS-based Country Songs chart at No. 32 with coronation track “I Love You This Big.” The […]

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MasterClass Video Of The Day: David Archuleta Serenades Myrtle Beach


First of all, a special thank you to the best fans in the world – the David Achuleta fans – for your tweets and emails re David’s recent performance in Myrtle Beach. These performances of Tears For Fears’ “Everybody Wants To Rule The World” and The Beatles’ “Blackbird” were just exceptional. As always, David brought […]

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Scotty McCreery Wins American Idol Season 10


Well, I guess our votes really do count. They really, really do count! And, I have to eat crow since I insisted that American Idol was not going to let this happen. But crow is good – never tasted so good in fact. Yes, in the end, despite the endless propaganda by American Idol to […]

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Vocal MasterClass Discussion For American Idol Top 2 Country Finale


Yes siree Bob we are going to have a grand ‘ole hootenanny tonight at the Nokia Theatre. Scheduled to make appearances are Carrie Underwood (for the umpteenth time), Beyonce, Lady Gaga, Steven Tyler, Jennifer Lopez, Charice( now there’s a talented teen!), U2 and heaven knows who else. Well, it seems like they thought of everyone. […]

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Vocal Masterclass Article For American Idol Season 10 Top 2 Singers: The Country Road To The Grand ‘Ole Finale


By: Rosanne Simunovic Well at long last and with much fanfare we are down to our final two singers, country artists Lauren Alaina and Scotty McCreery. In a nutshell, both singers looked and sounded exhausted and nervous. I am sure, as we all are, that they just want this experience, however exciting, to end so […]

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Lauren May Drop Out Of American Idol


Ryan just tweeted: Let’s get these trending – are you #teamlauren or #teamscotty? #idolfinale He doesn’t seem worried. Harvey Levin (@HarveyLevinTMZ) Tweet 11-05-24 7:39 PM so Idol publicists are downplaying what’s going on…Dr. froze Lauren’s throat. Haley is on set. She’s rehearsed and ready #ai #idol This just in from TMZ “Lauren Alaina may not […]

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Vocal MasterClass Discussion For American Idol Season 10 Top 2 Performance Show: The Country Road To The Finale


So, it all came together for the producers of American Idol Season 10. Our Top 2 Finalists, Lauren Alaina and Scotty McCreery, have country in their blood and will yodel their way to a big win – or two. Maybe, they will tie. Maybe they will be promoted as a duo. Who knows with this […]

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