New Music Releases
Posted on Nov 17, 2009 @ 02:58PM - Add a comment
This week, it’s an American Idol showdown! Season 8 winner Kris Allen releases his highly-anticipated self-titled debut, which features the hit “Live Like We’re Dying,” while runner-up Adam Lambert offers up an expanded reissue of Take One, his pre-Idol songs with three new tracks…Another Simon Cowell protégé, British chanteuse Leona Lewis, returns with Echo, on which she surrounds herself with the very best, including hit-makers John Shanks and Max Martin, as well as Clive Davis, who co-produced the album with Cowell…
On The Fall, Norah Jones gets experimental, collaborating with other songwriters, including Ryan Adams…John Mayer takes a break from squiring Hollywood starlets around to release his latest effort, Battle Studies, which features the new single “Who Says”…Paul McCartney’s Good Evening New York City is a double CD/DVD commemorating his three-night stand christening Citi Field this past July…Janet Jackson’s Number Ones album is just that, a compilation of her 33 globally Number One hits, along with one newly recorded track with Rodney Jerkins, entitled “Make Me”…The Grammy-nominated duo OneRepublic is back with their sophomore album, Waking Up, which was recorded in their hometown of Denver…Them Crooked Vultures is a supergroup that boasts an all-star line-up, including Dave Grohl and Queens of the Stone Age’s Josh Homme, and this week the guys finally release their long-delayed self-titled debut…Kanye protégé and Chicago MC Kid Sister is back with her third album, Ultraviolet…Fall Out Boy releases their first Greatest Hits compilation, Believers Never Die – The Greatest Hits, which features two never-released tracks and a DVD with 14 videos and commentary from the band…
For Your Entertainment -- Adam Lambert Dons Black Leather For Video Shoot
Posted on Nov 16, 2009 @ 08:46AM - Add a comment
Adam Lambert was quite the showman on Sunday, as the talented vocalist, clad in a black leather trench coat, was snapped in downtown Los Angeles shooting a video for his upcoming album, For Your Entertainment.
PHOTOS: Adam Lambert’s Bizarre Music Video Shoot
Extras in the video wore plenty of black leather, chains and other risqué gear; one muscleman was snapped walking the streets in a loincloth with black boots.
Kris Allen's Debut Album Gets An NFL Kick-Off
Posted on Oct 24, 2009 @ 10:19AM - Add a comment
Kris Allen will be debuting three songs from his upcoming first album just before the start of the Miami Dolphins - New Orleans Saints game Sunday.
The American Idol winner will be the headline act on the Dolphins Tailgate Stage and RadarOnline.com has learned that some of his performance will be televised.
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EXCLUSIVE: Adam Lambert and Boyfriend Out (And Fighting) In Hollywood
Posted on Oct 12, 2009 @ 06:20AM - 21 comments
American Idol runner up Adam Lambert partied hard with his boyfriend Friday night at hotspot Teddys, and RadarOnline.com was there to soak up all the fun.
Everything was fine for a while with the couple. They danced together and knocked back some vodka Redbulls and were touchy-feely. (Remember when Adam was on Idol and there was speculation about his sexuality?)
VIDEO: Adam Lambert's First TV Interview Since Coming Out
Idol Gives Back Returns For Third Year
Posted on Oct 06, 2009 @ 02:48PM - Add a comment
Jerry Lewis has got some competition on the charity circuit: American Idol Tuesday announced the return of Idol Gives Back, its annual benefit show that has raised more than $140 million toward causes that benefit various American and international organizations.
Past years have seen appearances from the creme de la creme of the political, athletic and entertainment worlds, including Pres. Barack Obama, British Prime Minister Gordon Brown, Brad Pitt, Mariah Carey, Gwen Stefani, Pink, Robin Williams and Peyton Manning, among others.
EXCLUSIVE VIDEO INTERVIEW: Paula Abdul Paint's Simon's Face On Her Nails!
Posted on Oct 06, 2009 @ 07:40AM - 2 comments
Paula Abdul was a surprise guest on the set of Dancing With The Stars in Los Angeles on Monday night, and she showed RadarOnline.com her unique “gift” to Simon Cowell in honor of his recent birthday; she painted images of Simon’s face on her fingernails and toenails!
Ryan Seacrest Tweets About Simon's Birthday Soup
The Forever Your Girl singer missed Cowell's lavish 50th birthday bash in London on Saturday, saying she was under the weather.
Paula Abdul Tweets RSVP To Simon Cowell's 50th Birthday Party
Posted on Sep 30, 2009 @ 09:25AM - Add a comment
Paula Abdul looks to be on good terms with her ex-American Idol colleague Simon Cowell, as the former judge on the smash singing competition Tweeted Tuesday about traveling to the UK for Cowell's high profile birthday bash.
Simon Says, No Dance Show For Me!
"Packing today," Paula Tweeted. "I am headed to the big apple and then to mr. Cowell's 50th bday in London. I am very excited."
Read about Simon's deal to stay on American Idol for three more years
Simon Cowell Publishes Letter To Self As 50th Birthday Approaches
Posted on Sep 28, 2009 @ 09:06AM - 1 comment
Simon Cowell, who celebrates his 50th birthday October 7, penned an introspective letter to his younger self published in the UK Daily Mail.
The essay, in typical Cowell form, is brutally honest, as the American Idol judge looks back at his career, from flying high in 80's excess, to having to move back in with his parents in the early 90s (when his professional luck turned for the worse), and back to worldwide fame and riches this decade. He shares a few maxims (based on life experience) with the younger, more arrogant version of himself.
Accused Attacker Of Ryan Seacrest’s Security Guard To Face Judge
Posted on Sep 18, 2009 @ 08:15AM - Add a comment
A Lakewood, California man is expected to enter his plea when he is arraigned on Friday, in connection with charges he nearly choked a security guard unconscious while trying to get into a car with American Idol host Ryan Seacrest.
Ryan Seacrest Tweets On Ellen Joining Idol: "Wow All Went Down Fast"
VIDEO: Paula Abdul Takes Fun Poke At Ellen On VH1 Divas Special
Posted on Sep 18, 2009 @ 07:31AM - 7 comments
Paula Abdul, in her first major post-American Idol project VH1 Divas on Thursday, did her best impression of Ellen DeGeneres, her replacement on the top-rated show's judging panel.
See photos from the VH1's Divas show and red carpet
"Why you all staring at me? Can't a girl try out a new job?" Abdul said, wearing a short blond wig and stationed on a talk show-style couch. "All kidding aside, nothing but love, Ellen. I wish you the best of luck and congratulations on the new gig! And you got to call me if you have any Simon [Cowell] problems, because I know him best."
VIDEO: Randy Jackson On Idol’s New Judge – “Dude, I Love Ellen”
Posted on Sep 10, 2009 @ 12:31PM - 10 comments
RadarOnline.com was first to reveal that Ellen DeGeneres was joining American Idol as the fourth judge, replacing Paula Abdul, now Randy Jackson is telling Fox News he's pleased his longtime friend would be joining him, Simon Cowell and Kara DioGuardi on the top-rated show’s judge panel.
"Dude, I love Ellen, I've known her a long time," Jackson said of his show biz colleague.
Jackson said the comedian-turned-talk show host's lack of a musical background would not matter much.
"Between me, Simon and Kara, there's enough musical experts" on the judging panel, Jackson said.
American Idol returns to Fox in January for its ninth season.
