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Simon Cowell Gets Egged on "Britain's Got Talent" -[VIDEO]

Richie Phillips — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 10:51:03 +0000

Yes, folks. You know what they say – “Paybacks are a real (expletive deleted) “. Sorry, Simon but you have finally gotten your just desserts. According to EW.com, Natalie Holt playing in the orchestra during the live finale of “Britain’s Got Talent” (the forerunner to the very popular “America’s Got Talent”) came out from the [...]

Kree Harrison Makes Her Grand Ole Opry Debut With Help From Keith Urban

Christina Vinson — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 15:00:53 +0000

Sometimes, being runner-up isn't so bad -- especially if it leads you to one of the most prestigious stages in country music. 'American Idol' runner-up Kree Harrison made her Grand Ole Opry debut on Tuesday (June 4), sharing the stage with both Kellie Pickler and Keith Urban.

Would Keith Urban Return to 'American Idol'?

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:42:11 +0000

Most average people hate their jobs, toiling away to earn a wage and to make ends meet. It is a rare and precious few who get to do what they love for a living, and Keith Urban is one of those fortunate folks when it comes to being a judge on the embattled 'American Idol.' The singer and guitarist wants to return to his seat for Season 13 in 2014 and with good reason.

Keith Urban's New Hit – Little Bit Of Everything [VIDEO]

Jake Thomas — Wed, 15 May 2013 19:53:00 +0000

American Idol viewers get to have all the fun. They were treated to a live performance from Keith Urban debuting his new hit song. Needless to say it was an incredible performance by one of the biggest Superstars in country music. The song is titled “Little Bit Of Everything” and when I heard it it [...]

Are Keith Urban and His Fellow 'American Idol' Judges All Getting Fired?

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 10 May 2013 15:00:04 +0000

After a season of plummeting ratings, all four ‘American Idol‘ judges will be fired and replaced — along with one of the show’s main producers, according to the latest rumors. The Wrap reported Thursday (May 9) that “an individual with knowledge of Fox’s plans” told them exclusively that Keith Urban, Nicki Minaj, Mariah Carey and [...]

Country Trivia – What Was Keith Urban's First Number One Song?

Kevin Richards — Thu, 09 May 2013 12:26:20 +0000

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Every day at 11:30am eastern we host Country Trivia on 1077/GNA. In honor of his run on American Idol, today we want to know if you remember Keith Urban's first Number One Song?

The Band Perry to Perform on 'American Idol' Season Finale

Christina Vinson — Wed, 08 May 2013 18:00:23 +0000

The Band Perry is lighting up the television screen lately, with a recent performance on 'Dancing With the Stars' and an upcoming slot on the Billboard Music Awards. They'll continue their streak next week, as the family trio has just been added to a star-studded lineup on the 'American Idol' season finale, giving fans a special performance to look forward to.

Country Music Stars On Television – American Idol, The Voice, Mailbu Country, Nashville

Kevin Richards — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 12:51:42 +0000

Over the last year it seems that Country Music singers have been popping up all over television. In addition to the usual musical guest appearances on talk shows, Country Music singers have become a big part of prime time television shows and reality competitions. Below is a list of the most memorable appearances by Country [...]

Scotty McCreery Impressing Country Music Fans Of All Ages

Kevin Richards — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 16:18:26 +0000

The 10th Season winner of American Idol, Scotty McCreery, is busy balancing college and building a career in Country Music. Although McCreery has yet to break through on the mainstream Country Music charts with a Top 10 charting single, he’s off to a great start with a best selling debut album, a large following of [...]

Kelly Clarkson and Scotty McCreery to Return to 'American Idol' This Week

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 16:52:03 +0000

Season 1 and Season 10 'American Idol' winners Kelly Clarkson and Scotty McCreery will perform on the stage where it all started once again. Thursday (April 11) is the results episode for the Top 6 of Season 12, and two of the show's biggest and most successful winners will teach the last half-dozen hopefuls how it's done.

Kellie Pickler, Kree Harrison to Get Matching Tattoos if They Both Win Their Reality Shows

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 21:00:48 +0000

There's no better (or more permanent) way to bond with a girlfriend than by getting matching tattoos -- especially when they are meaningful pieces and mark momentous occasions! Singer and 'Dancing With the Stars' competitor Kellie Pickler and aspiring 'American Idol' hopeful Kree Harrison, a favorite to win Season 12, have pledged to get matching tattoos if they both win their current reality competitions.

Keith Urban Rocks 'American Idol' With 'Long Hot Summer'

Sterling Whitaker — Sat, 30 Mar 2013 23:00:18 +0000

Keith Urban showed the current crop of contestants how it’s done in the big leagues with a high-energy performance of ‘Long Hot Summer’ on ‘American Idol‘ Thursday night (March 28). The country star and ‘Idol’ Season 12 judge is gearing up to go out on tour this summer with Little Big Town and Dustin Lynch, and [...]

Scotty McCreery Talks About American Idol, Opry Shows And College [AUDIO]

Kevin Richards — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 16:50:41 +0000

American Idol winner Scotty McCreery is enjoying life as a 19 year old college student who plays regular shows at the Grand Ole Opry and tours to a loyal fan base while singing traditional Country Music. As we prepare for Scotty McCreery to bring his bass voice to Albany’s Palace Theater on Thursday, April 18, [...]

Paul Jolley Lands in the Top 10 on 'American Idol' Season 12

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 02:07:16 +0000

Country singer Paul Jolley has captured the hearts of the American viewing public, earning enough votes to land in the Top 10 finalists on Season 12 of 'American Idol' despite a couple of performances in a row that didn't seem to sell the judges completely.

Lazaro Arbos Sings Keith Urban's 'Tonight I Wanna Cry' on 'American Idol'

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 03:01:59 +0000

Singer Lazaro Arbos performed the Keith Urban song ‘Tonight I Wanna Cry’ on ‘American Idol’ Thursday night (Feb. 28), earning a mixed opinion from the judges. The young singer has stuttered since the age of 6, to the point where he says he works at an ice cream shop because it was the only job [...]

Janelle Arthur Goes On to the Next Round Singing the Randy Travis Hit 'I Told You So' on 'American Idol'

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 01:46:37 +0000

Country singer Janelle Arthur made it one step closer to her dream of music stardom on 'American Idol' on Thursday night (Feb. 14), progressing one more round by singing the Randy Travis classic 'I Told You So.'

Carrie Underwood Thinks It's Time for Another Woman to Win 'American Idol'

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 15:50:07 +0000

Carrie Underwood first shot to stardom after winning Season 4 of the Fox hit reality singing competition 'American Idol,' but she's one of just four women to have taken top honors in the show's 11-year run. At a recent press conference, the 'Blown Away' singer said she's rooting for a woman to win this season.

Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood Are Top 'American Idol' Earners

Christina Vinson — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 17:53:41 +0000

Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood were named the top 'American Idol' earners of 2012. These two singers are a fairytale example of what can happen when your talent is portrayed on a hit television show. They won Season 1 and Season 4, respectively, and they continue to rake in the income years removed from their wins.

Top Idol Earners, Speeding Grandma and More: Digital Debbie's Web Watch – Feb 4th

dragon — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 13:37:20 +0000

What are you doing? Nothing? Well, here are a few things to check out while you’re not all that busy. Just be careful, you know how the internet works – you click one or two links, and that leads to one or two more, and before you know it you’ve landed on a website somewhere in Denmark and three hours have passed. Today’s Digital Debbie Web Watch links:

'American Idol' Contestant Creates Elaborate Lie About His Military Past

Cory Stromblad — Sat, 02 Feb 2013 19:19:49 +0000

‘American Idol‘ hopeful Matt Farmer is facing a lot of heat following reports that the Tulsa, Okla. native lied about injuries sustained as a military servicemen in order to advance to further rounds on the popular reality competition. According to MjsBigBlog, Farmer, 26, used his ‘American Idol’ audition to share the story of being hit [...]