It’s very difficult to go through the experience of being on television in front of millions of people, be thrust into the music industry to churn out a record and remain true to oneself. It’s challenging enough to do this in the world we are living in — to not only uphold your own values […]
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Monthly ‘Idol’ Roundup: March 2017
If American Idol had aired a 16th season, we’d be a few weeks into the finals right now with a little less than a dozen contestants left vying for that title. In a good season, we’d have more than a couple viable contenders left, so lets talk now about a few of those who made […]
Monthly ‘Idol’ Roundup: February 2017
With award season coming to a close we now head into March, which means spring has sprung and with it Idol news of tours and new tunes in anticipation for the summer months, so let’s see what your favorite alum have been up to…
Monthly ‘Idol’ Roundup: January 2017
It’s been over a year since the final season of American Idol kicked off and the auditions graced our TV screens and fans are still mourning the loss of the show, but hopefully our monthly round-up of Idol news can help cheer you up with some new music, new shows and other news from the […]
Monthly ‘Idol’ Roundup: December 2016
The new year is upon us and what a year it’s been. Normally, around this time, we’d be gearing up for a new season of Idol, but not this year. Hollywood Life reports that J. Lo is holding out hope that the hit show will return in a few years, but until then, I bring […]
Monthly ‘Idol’ Roundup: October 2016
Halloween is upon us, but there’s nothing scary about the Idol news we got from our talented alum this season. From new music to new babies, the show’s cast delivered some tricks and some treats for us to consider to lets get right to talking about those…
Monthly ‘Idol’ Roundup: September 2016
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…
Artist Spotlight: Avalon Young
What’s in a name? For R&B singer/songwriter Avalon Young, the story behind her name foretold her future. Named after the song by Roxy Music, Avalon had her musical destiny initiated for her before she even sang her first note. Years later, she had the lyrics “Yes, the picture’s changing every moment. And your destination, you don’t know it” inked on […]
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:
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.
Artist Spotlight: Castro
Music is the tie that binds people from all over the world together. Family ties bind you together with people who shape your world. When you mix music with family, the results are a bond that is unmistakable and unbreakable. Case in point: Castro.
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 […]
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 […]
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