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‘Idol’ Rat Pack: 10 Finalists Prepare For Tour

June 22, 2009

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In a small, unadorned studio far removed from cameras, spotlights and songs ending with an instant review, the top 10 “American Idol” finalists are getting ready for a nationwide tour.

Anoop Desai: I Ain’t Afraid Of No Ghost! - ‘Idol’ House Haunted?

April 30, 2009

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

Anoop Desai, Lil Rounds and most recently, Matt Giraud, have all been exterminated by “American Idol” – and their chances at the title. But is the presence of someone else plucked from the world too soon running amuck in the contestant’s mansion — is there an actual “Idol” ghost?

Lil Rounds & Anoop Desai Bid Farewell To ‘American Idol’

April 23, 2009

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

“American Idol” sent two contestants home on Wednesday evening — and neither of them were Matt Giraud.

Matt, who was brought back from elimination via the judges’ save last Wednesday, wasn’t even in the bottom three this week. Instead, it was Lil Rounds and Anoop Desai who were sent home. Flame-haired teenager Allison Iraheta was also in the bottom three.

Disco Week A Tough One For Anoop Desai, Lil Rounds & Matt Giraud

April 22, 2009

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

Anoop Desai could be one of the “American Idol” contenders up for elimination on Wednesday if the public agrees with judge Simon Cowell.

The 22-year-old, who tackled Donna Summer’s “Dim All The Lights,” impressed judges Kara DioGuardi and Paula Abdul and received mixed praise from Randy Jackson.

Still, Simon slammed the singer.

‘American Idols Live!’ 2009 Tour Ready To Rock The Nation

April 17, 2009

“American Idol” is hitting the road yet again and coming to a town near you!

The “American Idols Live!” 2009 Tour kicks off in Portland, OR on July 5, and will feature the top 10 contestants from “American Idol” season 8.

Judges Use Their Save For ‘American Idol’ Contestant; Two Will Go Home Next Week

April 16, 2009

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

The judges made history on “American Idol” on Wednesday night by using their power save one contender from elimination.

Simon Cowell Bashes Lil Rounds’ Performance On ‘Idol’: ‘There’s No Excuses Anymore!’

April 15, 2009

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

Adam Lambert may have put in another lauded performance on “American Idol” Tuesday night, but it was some of his fellow contenders who made the biggest splash on the Fox reality show.

Under the mentorship of film director Quentin Tarantino, the contestants chose songs from films. Lil Rounds, who performed the Bette Midler classic, “The Rose,” with an R&B flair, ended in hot water with judge Simon Cowell.

Quentin Tarantino To Serve As ‘American Idol’ Celebrity Mentor For Movie Week

April 10, 2009

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

Quentin Tarantino might not be a singer himself, but with music-filled films like “Pulp Fiction,” “Reservoir Dogs” and the “Kill Bill” series under his belt, he’s no stranger to picking the right song – something he’s sure to share with the “American Idol” contestants next week on “Idols at the Movies.”

Adam Lambert Brings Simon Cowell To His Feet On ‘Idol’

April 08, 2009

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

Simon Cowell has spent much of this season of “American Idol,” dishing out praise and barbs from his judge’s chair.

On Monday night, however, one contender brought the British judge to his feet for a standing ovation.