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Katiebug41800
Member
01-22-2006
| Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 8:12 am
Found this on mj's big blog: According to Andrea Bocelli's website Katharine McPhee will be touring with him in June: We've just received confirmation that AI second place winner Katharine McPhee will be touring with Andrea Bocelli on his June tour. Concert dates and ticket information are available on TICKETMASTER.COM. NOTE: This information is subject to change.
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Ladytex
Member
09-27-2001
| Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 8:36 am
so they're letting her off the idols tour to do this? hmmm ...
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Jimmer
Moderator
08-30-2000
| Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 8:38 am
Thanks for posting that here Katie. That is great news and a huge opportunity for Katharine! You could sense how much he liked her when she was visiting with him on AI. I am very happy for her.
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Nancypj
Member
08-17-2001
| Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 8:48 am
I read an article in one of the magazines regarding an interview with Chris and Entertainment Weekly. It said that his fans were upset that he was eliminated and planned on boycotting the show because it is biased to rockers. He apparently said he agreed. I find this odd considering it is his fans who would have kept him there with their votes. Were they voting enough or just expecting he would sail thru? How is the show biased to rockers, the judges loved this guy and Bo went far last year as well. Any comments? I went to the Entertainment Weekly site and found the article in question. It was posted the day after Chris was eliminated. Here is the question and answer that it appears is being referenced above: EW: "Some people, like my editor Nicholas, for example, are so upset that they've vowed to boycott the show. What do you say to the Nicholases of America?" CD: "I've heard that a lot today. If they feel that strong, that's what they should do. Well, don't say that. Honestly, if people feel that strong about it, they're going to do what they want to do. Do I say to boycott the show? No, that's silly. There were a lot of people who said, ''If you don't win I'm not going to watch the show anymore.'' It's flattering. You know, thanks. I really appreciate you feeling so strong about me. It's really cool to know that's how people really felt. I just hope those are the same people who come out to buy my album." I find the overall tone to be more that he appreciates the support of those who felt so strongly about him, not telling his fans to boycott the show. And remember - this interview occurred hours after he was eliminated (May 11). Here's the link the the entire interview. Maybe it will offer some insight.... Article Link As Jimmer pointed out above, there is room for more than one type of singer in the industry. I, for one, WILL buy Chris' album when it comes out. I really like the sound of his voice. I will NOT, however, buy Taylor's, because I find his voice and musical style unappealing. To each his own, ya know?
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Slinkydog
Member
11-30-2005
| Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 9:02 am
Say it isn't so. Pickler and Constantine? That's just gross!
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Texasdeb
Member
05-23-2003
| Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 9:05 am
So if Kat is getting out of the AI tour so she can go on tour with that opera guy does that mean Chicken Little (Kevin) will be the 10th idol on tour or will AI just tour with 9?
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Brenda1966
Member
07-03-2002
| Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 9:19 am
I would be VERY surprised if Kat were allowed to skip the Idol tour. I can't see the AI execs allowing that at all. Maybe there is enough slack in the AI tour schedule that she can sneak in dates with the other concert tour. Some times tours will have a few opening acts, the timing determines who you get.
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Maris
Member
03-28-2002
| Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 9:27 am
Well having gone to an Andrea Bocelli concert, that will be a big coup for her. I went to a concert of his about two years ago, spending well over $200 for the tickets and he was travelling with a female singer as well. The way he did his concert, she came out first sang a few songs, then he comes out and he sings two songs, female singer comes out again for a few songs. People will be seeing more of kat than they will of him. It was a huge rip off for me since I paid to see him.
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Bonzacat
Member
07-08-2003
| Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 9:35 am
The info posted so far about KM with Bocelli says she will be with him during his "June tour". The Idol tour doesn't start until July. Apparently the only place this news is posted is at a Bocelli fan site (bocellionline.com). His official website doesn't mention it yet (andreabocelli.com).
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Lurknomore
Member
07-07-2001
| Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 11:07 am
Hey guys...was huge Idol addict/Taylor fan this year. Didn't play much here, but came to see what you guys were saying and of course see if anyone had good links since this site usually rules at that! Amazingly I think I have more oh well am spending too much time online as is! For anyone who missed Larry King and wants to see it they have it in the member only file section of taylorhicksfan.com. I joined when I heard they had it there, and there are also lots of good other dl's there. I still feel the best dl site for Taylor (who I adore) is Graycharles.com. And since you guys seem to be debating the Larry King interview, I did get into it with some friends and will share what I had to say about it, if any here cares hehe. So it makes sense, I thought Kat had totally hogged the ET they all were on, and after reading the transcript thought she did on LKL too, but had a different take after viewing. This is what I said; I just finished watching Larry King and I must say I am truthfully shocked. It was completely different from how it read, and of course I have an opinion, but I'm quite surprised by it. First, to be totally honest as I said I would be, I really didn't feel that Kat was all that rude in terms of taking over the conversation. I feel the transcript left out a lot of what Taylor said and I had nowhere near the problem with it that I expected based on both the transcript and the many critiques I read. So I do apologize for my assumptions on that as I feel those were wrong and unfair. Kat was nowhere near as bad as she was on ET, in terms of cutting in and taking over. She did it some, but not over the top. Now that said, here's my take on what really happened. Perhaps it's my work background, but this is definately how I see it. Taylor very clearly is more educated, vastly more mature, and knows how to answer a question. Kat on the other hand pretty much comes across as a very young, very unprepared, well Vally Girl. I had the biggest problem with the way she just rambled aimlessly on. She often didn't seem to grasp exactly what question was being asked, she was completely clueless on how to give a good, professional reply as one would do on TV, and didn't even seem to realize how she was just rambling on. Ryan had to jump in several times to stop her. I think it's a combination of her age, what I am guessing is a lack of formal education, lack of experience, well rounded personality, and well perhaps she isn't the sharpest tack out there. And if that isn't enough, I felt she was clueless about what was appropriate and amusing. I still feel that comment she made that I posted about Taylor "turning into a big jerk" was super rude, not in any way funny and he looked shocked to me. I hope she RUNS as soon as humanly possible and hires herself a truly professional PR person/media consultant to work with her to teach her how to give an interview. To me she was clearly not only clueless, but unaware of how bad a job she was doing. And the fact she is very expressive didn't serve her well, as her expressions often reflected more than I would think she would want to give away in terms of how she really felt about things. I actually started feeling bad for her...that's how far in over her head I felt she was. I still think that question about votes for the finale was quite interesting, particularly Randy's comment about it not being super close, and how quickly Ryan went to change the topic. So that's how I honestly feel. Am glad I saw it for myself, and it's a good reminder not to judge based on others or lacking the full information.
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Lurknomore
Member
07-07-2001
| Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 11:28 am
Oh Jasper, just wanted to toss in my 2 cents about Chris and EW. I went to read it myself as Nancy wisely suggested and I actually found this question and reply even more telling. So clearly whoever wrote what you read was just trying to twist things, because Chris most certainly said the right things IMHO; Do you think a rock star, as opposed to a pop star, can win American Idol? Absolutely. I think it could have happened this year. I really do. That's what the biggest shock is. Everyone is so floored because everyone expected me to win. People have to vote. You can't assume someone is safe just because of the comments. That's what it's about is America. It has nothing to do with the judges. They put in their two cents to maybe help you or make you realize something. Sometimes it helps, sometimes it doesn't. It may sway the vote but it's 100 percent on the people who are voting. Oh and btw Nancy, just like you said different strokes lol. Win or lose I would buy future stuff from Taylor (maybe not his Clive release but we'll see, since Clive changed his tune about changing Taylor to more mainstream and is now talking about using some of his originals etc). I liked Chris actually but most likely wouldn't buy a CD of his--but you never know. Well not true, I am 100% certain I wouldn't pay for a Kat CD lolol.
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Katiebug41800
Member
01-22-2006
| Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 12:44 pm
I do not think Kat will be missing any of the AI Tour. The Bocelli tour dates are only like 6 days in June, and as mentioned above, the AI Tour starts in July. It really will be a good opportunity for her to get her feet wet & see if she wants to continue in the music business. I, personally, think down deep she wants to act more than sing. She's young & can do both...best of luck to her. And, for what it's worth, I've already purchased Taylor's "Under the Radar" - it's FANTASTIC. I've pre-ordered DIMYP and I will buy anything he puts out in the future. He is definately my taste in music. 
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Sherbabe
Member
07-28-2002
| Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 4:38 pm
NEW YORK (AP) - Taylor Hicks has taken step two on his "American Idol"-fueled career, signing the record contract that comes with winning the hit show. The gray-haired crooner inked a pact with music mogul Clive Davis in conjunction with 19 Recordings Unlimited, the label managed by "AI" creator Simon Fuller, it was announced Wednesday. The 29-year-old Alabama native's recording of two songs - "Do I Make You Proud," which he performed in the show's finale, and a soulful cover of the Doobie Brothers classic "Takin' It to the Streets" - will be released in stores and through digital outlets on June 13. With Davis' guidance, Hicks is expected to release a full-length album later this year. In a recent interview with The Associated Press, Davis, who has molded the careers of previous "Idol" winners, said he thinks Hicks has charisma and a unique singing style that will help him establish his pop audience. "He definitely has his own sound," Davis told the AP. "He does have that gift, you know who it is when you hear him."
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Jasper
Member
09-14-2000
| Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 5:20 pm
It does appear that portions of the interview with Chris were omitted from the article I read but I wasn't really questionning what he said. I just cannot see how his fans could think the show was biased against rockers and want to boycott because he was eliminated.
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Roxip
Member
01-29-2004
| Thursday, June 01, 2006 - 5:39 am
I missed a radio interview with Kat yesterday, and got a cell phone call during the repeat today, but apparently Kat made some unkind-sounding remarks about Kellie. She said that Kellie was gimmicky and "they" were thinking "It's time for her to go!" (Meaning that Kellie was not nearly as talented as Kat (and presumably the contestants remaining at that time) and was more of a "gimmick" performer than a talented singer.) While I'm not going to argue the merits of each performer's talents, Kat really does need to learn to curb her tongue. Kellie wasn't a great singer, but she had a personality that appealed to a lot of people. The public can really backlash against a person who makes negative remarks (and aren't they the ones that get repeated, just like I have here?). On the other hand, when asked what her probability of winning was, she said she figured it was almost none. Kudos for seeing the writing on the wall, girl!
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Maris
Member
03-28-2002
| Thursday, June 01, 2006 - 5:47 am
Clive Davis doesn't sound overly enthusiastic.
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Nancypj
Member
08-17-2001
| Thursday, June 01, 2006 - 6:54 am
Here's a link to another article about Taylor signing with Clive (link on one of the AOL rotating "front pages" took you here: http://www.tvsquad.com/2006/05/31/hicks-signs-record-deal-get-ready-for-doobie-brothers-covers
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Bastable
Member
07-09-2002
| Thursday, June 01, 2006 - 7:19 am
Does anyone have the clip of Elliott Yamin singing on Regis this morning? Word is he was great.
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Maris
Member
03-28-2002
| Thursday, June 01, 2006 - 7:33 am
I bet Elliott will do very well. He was very much a judges favorite and I think he has a marketable voice and personna. He just needs to get caps and a good stylist and he will be ready to rock and roll.
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Jimmer
Moderator
08-30-2000
| Thursday, June 01, 2006 - 7:35 am
'Idol' finale crushes everything NEW YORK (AP) -- Fox was triumphant in the TV ratings with the finale of "American Idol," and got a jumpstart on the summer season. An estimated 36.4 million people watched Taylor Hicks voted as the fifth "American Idol." On May 24 -- the final day of the traditional TV season -- it was the third-biggest audience for a televised event this year after the Super Bowl and Academy Awards. Link to Article
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Roxip
Member
01-29-2004
| Thursday, June 01, 2006 - 7:41 am
Clive will be perfectly happy as long as Taylor makes money.
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Lurknomore
Member
07-07-2001
| Thursday, June 01, 2006 - 10:00 am
Roxip, I would appreciate ANY details you could give me about where that Kat interview was so I could see if I might hunt it down online. I'm embroiled in a debate that she is not the sweetie pie she comes across as. There's been other press with former contestants who did NOT have nice things to say but I only saved the most major one. Sure would love another source. Thanks so much. Bastable if you have any trouble finding that clip let me know...I'm sure at least 3 boards I can think of will have it up by later or tonight. I taped it and sort of watched it but was getting ready when it was on. As I recall the song seemed short, but planned on really watching later.
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Lurknomore
Member
07-07-2001
| Thursday, June 01, 2006 - 10:02 am
Oh I'm sure Clive will be happy when Taylor makes money. Just not so sure he will be happy dealing with an Idol who isn't just gonna sing exactly what he wants in the style he wants to market it to the top 40 masses. I personally feel Taylor is the first winner who will have the strength to refuse to just be an Idol lemming and do exactly as he is told. Hopefully Clive will realize the fan base and no mess it up like he did with Kelly Clarkson...we'll see.
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Lexie_girl
Member
07-30-2004
| Thursday, June 01, 2006 - 12:32 pm
Lurk... are you talking about Kat's interview on Kidd Kraddock this morning?
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Roxip
Member
01-29-2004
| Thursday, June 01, 2006 - 12:47 pm
That would be the one.
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