Fall is officially here! Pumpkin spice lattes, warm sweaters and hopefully some new Idol tunes to keep us cozy as the days get shorter and the weather gets cooler. Let’s check out what the show’s talented alum have been up to as the leaves have been changing…
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Making Friends in a New City
When we were kids, all it took to make a new friend was sharing your snacks with the kid beside you on the playground and, fortunately, that kind of bond could last right up until everyone graduated high school and headed off to the college or university of their choice or, even longer, until everyone […]
Monthly ‘Idol’ Roundup: August 2016
The weather might not be any cooler, but I can assure you that summer is, in fact, ending and that means so is August, so it’s time to talk about what you might have missed on your Idol radar this month:
Book Review: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (Contains Spoilers)
It’s been less than a week since diehard fans flocked to the midnight release of the newest installment in Harry Potter’s life story, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. This time, JK Rowling is taking her loyal fans to the theater by developing a play for London’s West End which follows the series’ beloved characters […]
Monthly ‘Idol’ Roundup: July 2016
With summer holidays in full swing, it feels like the months are flying by, but Idol‘s cast of alumni is busier than ever with new albums, new music videos, and other news so let’s get right down to it.
Album Preview: Karmin’s Future is Bright With ‘Leo Rising’
Concept albums are always a gamble. In one sense, the pay off can be big and define an era in artist or band’s career. This was the case with Pink Floyd’s “The Wall” and Green Day’s “American Idiot,” both of which also had strong songs which could standalone as radio singles. They can also serve […]
Album Review: James Durbin Leads the ‘Riot on Sunset’
One of the most exciting parts of being a music fan is following a band or singer’s career and hearing the ways their sound and lyrics evolve from album to album. When James Durbin rocked the Idol stage back in Season 10, he was known for his slogan “Keep Metal Alive,” having brought songs by […]
Travel Guide: 24 Hours in Ottawa
I moved to Ottawa just over three months ago and since then, I’ve taken it upon myself to explore the sites. From food and drink to culture to fun, I give you the run down of Canada’s capital city and how to the make the most of a day in Ottawa.
Monthly ‘Idol’ Roundup: June 2016
Last month, I attempted to soothe the pain of living in a post-American Idol world with a monthly recap updating you with the latest news on what the show’s illustrious alumni are up to. This month, I aim to continue that series, covering some of the music and non-music related stories concerning your favourite Idol […]
Your Guide to Spring Cleaning
Summer is just around the corner and with only a few weeks left in spring, it might be time to get your spring cleaning over and done with. It can be a daunting task and, often, you don’t know what needs to be cleaned until you find the mess, so I thought I’d provide you […]
Monthly ‘Idol’ Roundup: April/May 2016
Since American Idol crowned its final winner, Trent Harmon last month, a lot has happened on the Idol front. Still making a name for itself beyond the show, I’ve decided to make a comeback and bring fellow Idol fans all the scoop from the last two months on the show’s contestants and judges in case you […]
Your ‘Gilmore Girls’ Revival Scoop
It has been just over eight years since we last saw Lorelei (Lauren Graham) and Rory Gilmore (Alexis Bledel) sipping coffee in Luke’s Diner. But since the mumblings of a reboot began last June at Texas’s ATX Festival Reunion Panel, the Gilmore Girls fandom has been abuzz about what comes next for our fast-talking, coffee-drinking, […]
Your Stress-Free Guide to Settling Into a New City
As anyone whose ever taken the big step of moving away from home knows, it can be pretty daunting to live on your own for the first time. Between doing your own laundry, cooking your own food, and paying your own bills, it can be a physically, mentally, and emotionally draining experience. But there are […]
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