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Roxip
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01-29-2004

Wednesday, July 12, 2006 - 5:55 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Roxip a private message Print Post    
Unfortunately Kat is generating a lot of negative publicity which can really damage her career unless it is addressed promptly. The people who voted for her EXPECT her to honor her American Idol roots whether she wants to or not. Nothing makes the American public more spiteful than someone who comes across as arrogant and ungrateful.

I can't believe her mother, who seems so invested in her career, would not miss this fact and get her back on the right track. And if not her mother, then the "handlers" from 19 Entertainment...she is really not making a great impression now.

Reiki
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08-12-2000

Wednesday, July 12, 2006 - 6:11 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Reiki a private message Print Post    
I saw the show last night in Albany. Elliot's mom was in the audience. She was spotted at intermission and everyone was pointing and clapping for her. Elliot said later that this was the first time his mom had seen him in concert (besides the competition).

Before the show, as we were looking for a parking place on the street, we saw some fan girls waiting near the tour buses. They said Ace had come out earlier, had to go in for a sound check, but had promised to come back. So we waited and he did come back and signed autographs and had his picture taken and talked to my friends daughter on her cell phone. He was very cute and was really very sweet with his fans. He was wearing a Pirates of the Caribbean premier hat so I asked him about the premier and we chatted about the movie a bit.

Mandisa sang first and did a great job getting the crowd excited by belting out some songs. The pattern for the night was firmly established when Ace joined her in a duet for the 3rd song. He sang two solos including George Michael's Father Figure.

Ace gave way to Lisa. She played the keyboards and sang a couple of Elton John songs. She is very beautiful girl. IMO she smiled too much and too broadly during Someone Saved My Life Tonight. She did a duet of Waterfall with Paris which was pretty good. It was the most I enjoyed these two all night.

I liked Paris at the beginning of Idol, but by the end I was more than ready to see her be voted off. She did okay on Train to Georgia, but her voice really didn't carry. And I did not at all enjoy the Beyonce song she did.

Next up was Bucky. He did a pretty good job at the country rocker songs. He was fun to watch. He lead into a duet with Kelly on You're the One That I Want, from Grease. At some point in the first verse they were out of sync with the band, but the managed to recover for the second verse. Kelly was wearing leather to fit the song.

I thought Kelly was great singing Melissa Ethridge's I'm The Only One, and also liked her brief Walking After Midnight and Bonnie Riatt's Something To Talk About. Overall good job from Kelly. Surprised me because I was not that big a fan of hers during the show.

Chris was first up after the intermission and he was awesome. He was the first performer all night whose voice really filled the arena. He sang Bon Jovi's Wanted Dead or Alive and did a Nickleback song joined by Elliot. (Nickleback had been in concert at the arena the previous night).

Elliot introduced his mother. He sang a couple of jazzier numbers and either there was something wrong with his mic at one point or his voice wasn't carrying, but you could barely hear him at certain points. On one of the songs I think he dropped a verse. I felt bad for him with his Mom in the audience, but he finished well.

In place of Katherine, the 4 guys came out and did a number together. They sound good together and I enjoyed it very much. Then the ladies came out and sang together. They showed a Katherine montage on the screen.

Next up was Taylor who started at the back of the arena as he came through the audience singing Elvis' Jailhouse Rock. He did a great job and had me bouncing on my seat for a few songs. There was less interaction with the audience than I thought there would be. His encore was better, when he sang Taking it to the Street and got a little funky in his dancing. He played tamborine and harmonica and did some Taylor-dancing. He also sang his single Do I Make You Proud, which I have to admit is not my favorite song my any means, but he did a good job with what he was given. I was disappointed that he didn't do any Joe Cocker songs.

The second encore was all the other idols singing We Are the Champions and Taylor joining in for the finale of Living in America.

It was a fun night. My favorite performance of the night was Chris. I would go see just him in concert any time. My favorite moment of the night was Ace talking to my friends daughter on the phone and being such a sweet guy to his fans.

Ace Young talking to friends daughter

Mak1
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08-12-2002

Wednesday, July 12, 2006 - 11:59 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mak1 a private message Print Post    
Reiki, thank you for the great report. I'm having a hard time waiting for the concert I'll be seeing in September. I hope they're all well and still energetic by then. Did Taylor sing the Beatles' Don't Let Me Down? I've seen video of that and love it!! That's a sweet pic of Ace. It's nice to hear he treats his fans so well.

Kat has posted a letter to her fans. Here it is. Have at it! Lol, j/k.

07/11/2006 1:49 PM Alert
Dearest Fans,

It has come to my attention that there has been some concern about a photo shoot and my presence being missing from the tour. I want you all to know first before I get into this that I had no control over the fact that I couldn't be on tour for the next couple of weeks. My doctor shut me down. I was absolutely devasted. I feel horrible for the fans that missed me and would love to make up to you all some how. But first and foremost I must get better so that I can have a great and long carreer. I want to be able to see you all your faces one day on my very own tour. There have been many rumors circulating as to what I'm doing with all this down time. I have heard a rumor that I will be missing the entire tour, I can assure you that that is completely false. I am looking to join the tour around the 21st. That is the doctors orders, not mine.

I hope everyone knows these crazy gossip websites make up stories to make money. It leaves all of you in question when they spread ridiculous rumors. Only believe it if it comes directly from me or my family. If it comes from somewhere else, then it probably isn't true. Now that being said, I want people to know that I am NOT bed ridden. I'm no longer contagious. I don't have to be a prisoner in my L.A. home. My management company is still trying to utilize this down time. That includes an upcoming photo shoot, meetings with song writers, listening to demos from all different studios and lots of late night movies!!!! (HEHE to occupy my time) I'm simply not allowed to talk. Please also understand that in the upcoming future there's going to be TONS of rumors and mean things that people say and do to try and bring me down. Sadly, that's just the way this business works. Just know that in the future I probably won't be able to clarify everything that is said in the media.

I hope that this has cleared up some stuff. I'm still dedicated to my fans and putting out the best album possible for all my fans. I love you all and please know that I would never intentionally miss idol shows so I can work on my own individual career. The idol tour is my first priority. I want to get back as soon as I can. I have not said one word in over a week an a half. Believe me, I would much rather be healthy than not. I love you all sooooo much and look forward to seeing the rest of you on tour. Again, I'm so sorry for the dates I have missed thus far. I feel deeply connected to all my fans and am working this week on continuing working on the fan mail. That is also very important to me. Much love to you all.

Best,

Katharine McPhee

katharinefans.com

Serenity
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06-28-2005

Wednesday, July 12, 2006 - 5:41 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Serenity a private message Print Post    
Another American Idol scandal...D.J. Boyd, who made it into top 100, is arrested on child porn charges:

CNN Link

Roxip
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01-29-2004

Thursday, July 13, 2006 - 6:00 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Roxip a private message Print Post    
So I guess she won't be doing The View now?

Keldogg
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08-12-2005

Thursday, July 13, 2006 - 6:59 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Keldogg a private message Print Post    
Rox...I heard she's not only doing the View, but she will be co-hosting Regis and Kelly Live next week....guess we'll just have to see what happens

Roxip
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01-29-2004

Thursday, July 13, 2006 - 7:55 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Roxip a private message Print Post    
I'm simply not allowed to talk.

So we are to believe that she is going to be mute on The View? That would DEFINITELY be a first.

Chy
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07-19-2003

Thursday, July 13, 2006 - 1:12 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Chy a private message Print Post    
Thanks for the recap, Reiki. If I were to go to the Idol concert, Albany would have been the closer one for me. But it's a good thing I didn't try. I had family visit from over sea one day, DH mimic some sort of an attack enough to go to ER the next thing. And now I just said goodbye to my young one accompanying her gf to FL, and back from a class myself just now...

Kel & Rox, I've read some where that Kat's gig on View is gonna be subbed by Kellie. That's got to be a must see! No idea about Rigs' show.
If you all remember, I told you I always have to give up a few weeks for layringitis. No singing, very little talking, no whispering - that suppose to hurt more. And if I pay attention to my mom, no ice cold anything, no fruits and vegy that are "Ying", bitter bitter herb tea...
I totally believe Kat is sick. It could've been brought on by the allergy. Mucus around soft memberantas, infections come soon after.... Plus she always had skimpy dress on in NYC. I remember thinking how bad that will do to her beautiful high range - not the yelling parts.....

I am sooo going to enjoy BB tonight! Let's hope nothing else happens for a while here.

Bubbakitty
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01-29-2005

Saturday, July 15, 2006 - 9:51 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Bubbakitty a private message Print Post    
Katharine was scheduled for The View on Wed. That's been changed, and Kelly Pickler is guest hosting The View on Monday.

Roxip
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01-29-2004

Monday, July 17, 2006 - 6:26 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Roxip a private message Print Post    
You know, it sounds like I have something against Kat, and I really don't. What I would have a problem with is if she tried to disassociate herself from American Idol too quickly...right now it would seem that she has withdrawn a bit and I truly hope that it is for the reasons stated -- that she has a vocal problem, and not a desire NOT to be involved in the tour.

And I wish I could afford to go -- but the tickets are a bit steep here in Dallas to justify. Maybe I'll try to win some on the radio (AS IF!).

Sherbabe
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07-28-2002

Monday, July 17, 2006 - 3:05 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Sherbabe a private message Print Post    
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Bubbly blonde "American Idol" finalist Kellie Pickler has landed a record deal with country label BNA Records and 19 Recordings, the label founded by "Idol" creator Simon Fuller.

First up for the 20-year-old North Carolina native, whom "Idol" judge Simon Cowell once deemed a "naughty little minx," will be a single scheduled for release in September. Her debut album will arrive Nov. 14.

"I've always dreamed of getting a record deal, so now my dream has come true!" Pickler said in a statement released Monday by Sony BMG, parent company of the Nashville-based BNA.

Pickler is currently on the "American Idols Live" cross-country tour and "will record the album in between tour dates," according to the statement.


Her twangy rendition of Patsy Cline's "Walkin' After Midnight" can be heard on the "American Idol: Season Five" compilation CD.

Other "Idol" alums signed to 19 Recordings include fellow season-five finalist Chris Daughtry and past winners Kelly Clarkson, Fantasia and Ruben Studdard.

Roteach
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06-01-2003

Sunday, August 20, 2006 - 9:06 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Roteach a private message Print Post    
Ayla has signed with an independent label in NYC. She will start recording after August 24 when her time with AI is over. She will record until she has to start at BC. Now, they didn't say what this was going to do to her scholarship, but she says she is still planning on playing basketball. I thought if she had an agent or was persuing a music career that it would make her inelligible as per NCAA rules. We shall see. This news was broadcast on the local Fox station. They interviewed her Dad and Ayla. They are both looking forward to her music career.

Ketchuplover
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08-30-2000

Tuesday, September 19, 2006 - 7:58 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Ketchuplover a private message Print Post    
Somebody started a rumor that Kat McPhee is going to be Wonder Woman.

Mak1
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08-12-2002

Tuesday, September 19, 2006 - 10:53 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mak1 a private message Print Post    
The rumor that she was being considered for the part came from Kat's publicity people. She denied it. Sorry, I don't have the link.

Mak1
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08-12-2002

Thursday, November 23, 2006 - 5:26 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mak1 a private message Print Post    
Chris Daughtry's new cd was released this week. Tonight, I heard one of his new songs being played on a promo for Prison Break. I like it a lot. You can listen to it here: daughtryofficial.com

Tishala
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08-01-2000

Thursday, November 30, 2006 - 10:18 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Tishala a private message Print Post    
Mr. Daughtry's CD was the #2 selling CD of the week, incredibly, although it received almost no promotion and got pretty bad reviews. It sold over 300K copies. I was never a fan, even though he IS sexy, but it's good to see him succeed.

Babyruth
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07-19-2001

Thursday, November 30, 2006 - 2:16 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Babyruth a private message Print Post    
Any videos available that you know of? I have a friend who used to practically lick the TV screen whenever Daughtry was on. I don't think the CD will elicit the same reaction from him, though.

Tishala
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08-01-2000

Thursday, November 30, 2006 - 2:32 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Tishala a private message Print Post    
I don't know of a video--like I said promotion has been terrible--but if you go to You Tube they have tons of stuff from him.

Mak1
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08-12-2002

Thursday, November 30, 2006 - 3:12 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mak1 a private message Print Post    
Babyruth, you can see him perform "It's Not Over", the first single released from the cd, at gofish.com. It is a tape from the Kimmel show. The band is working on a video to be released soon. Here you go: gofish.com

Mak1
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08-12-2002

Thursday, November 30, 2006 - 3:40 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mak1 a private message Print Post    
Ellen got Chris to take his shirt off to show off his tat. He did an excellent performance on her show, too.

youtube.com

Ladytex
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09-27-2001

Sunday, December 10, 2006 - 4:27 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Ladytex a private message Print Post    
Elliott Yamin Gets a Dental Makeover

FRIDAY DECEMBER 08, 2006 02:40PM EST
By Jenny Sundel

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Goodbye to the nickname "Snaggletooth." Thanks to $50,000 worth of porcelain veneers and other dental work, and 20 sometimes-painful hours in the dentist's chair to fix his crossbite, American Idol underdog Elliott Yamin can't seem to wipe the smile off his face, PEOPLE reports in its new issue.

"He loves to laugh, he loves to smile," says girlfriend Jaime Paetz, 28, a model who met Yamin, also 28, after he appeared on the FOX talent hunt this season. "I liked his old teeth, but if (the veneers) make him happy, then I'm happy."

The changes aren't just cosmetic, either. "It is going to help muscle function, it is going to increase the volume (of his voice) maybe," says Yamin's Beverly Hills dentist David Frey, who provided his services free of charge. "So if anything, he could become an even better singer."

"I've always wanted to have a nicer smile," says Yamin, who for much of his life was teased for his crooked teeth. "I used to look at old pictures of myself, and I figured out how to kind of smile without displaying all my teeth."

What finally persuaded him to go through with the dental work? "The bottom line was, I was long overdue for a dentist appointment," he explains. He also realized that having properly aligned teeth might allow him to "express my emotions better" during performances.

Still another reason for the Virginia native (who is 90 percent deaf in one ear and was diagnosed with diabetes when he was a teen) to smile: He just signed a songwriting deal with Sony's publishing division and his "soulful-sounding" debut album is due early next year.

He finished in third place on Idol (behind runner-up Katharine McPhee and winner Taylor Hicks,) but so what? Says Yamin: "I feel like I am the winner."

http://people.aol.com/people/article/0,26334,1567418,00.html

Mak1
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08-12-2002

Tuesday, December 12, 2006 - 2:55 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mak1 a private message Print Post    
Elliott's new tune, This Christmas, available on itunes.com, can be heard on his myspace page.

myspace.com/elliottyamin

Naja
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06-28-2003

Saturday, December 16, 2006 - 9:49 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Naja a private message Print Post    
Kellie Pickler was just darling on Leno Thursday night. Taylor even has a little cameo during her her little gig.

http://youtube.com/watch?v=QeVvI9lt0jY

Mak1
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08-12-2002

Saturday, December 16, 2006 - 11:39 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mak1 a private message Print Post    
She makes me laugh. I love her comedic timing and facial expressions!

Katharine's cd cover, to be released January 30 I guess (date has changed a few times):


Mak1
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08-12-2002

Sunday, December 17, 2006 - 4:21 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mak1 a private message Print Post    
Any Bucky fans around? Bucky Covington will be on GAC's holiday music special tonight at 8 east coast time.