Cook On Single Life, Simon, 'Not Trying to Be Daughtry'
The day after a day full of TV interviews all over the country, newly crowned "American Idol" David Cook took some time to talk with me and other TV reporters from across about his "Idol" experience. He talked about his big win, his self-released debut album "Analog Heart" that was reposted on Amazon during the "Idol" season, and why he's not trying to be Daughtry. Check it out...…
Fri, 23 May 2008 19:21:12 GMT | Victor_Balta
Archie Talks About Dad, An Album, and Girls
After a long season and a couple of days worth of interviews, a cheerful and thankful David Archuleta took some time to talk to me and TV writers around the country about his "Idol" experience. He talked about what kind of album he wants to make, how he didn't understand what Randy Jackson said a lot of the time, what he's looking for in a girlfriend, and about how he handled the controversy around his father.…
Fri, 23 May 2008 19:14:41 GMT | Victor_Balta
Ex-'Idol' Luke Menard Battling Cancer
Luke Menard, an "American Idol" Season 7 contestant best known for his higher pitched a cappella style, is battling Stage 2 Hodgkin's lymphoma. The condition effects the immune system but friends and family are optimistic as this type of cancer has about a 95 percent chance of full recovery.…
Fri, 23 May 2008 14:59:06 GMT | Victor_Balta
'Idol' Crowns a New Champ!
The funniest thing happened when I looked at the description of tonight’s episode of “American Idol” on my cable box. It described tonight’s episode by saying, “The winner of Season 7 is announced.” I’m pretty sure I watched an hour and 58 minutes of something else before that happened.
It was true, though. By the end of the night, a new person would hold the title of “American Idol.”…
Thu, 22 May 2008 02:03:56 GMT | Victor_Balta
'Idol' Finale a Slugfest!
Legendary boxing announcer Michael Buffer handled the introductions for the final performances. He introduced David Cook at 180 pounds from Blue Springs, Mo., and David Archuleta “weighing in at around 100 pounds, soaking wet.” That was funny. Let’s get it on!…
Wed, 21 May 2008 02:32:54 GMT | Victor_Balta
Season 7 Countdown: The Best Performances
With the “American Idol” season winding down, there’s no better time than now to take a look back and see which performances were the best of the year. I’ll tell you right now, only two singers make the list twice – and you might be surprised at who they are!
For your viewing pleasure, I’ve included the embedded video of the performances. Let’s get started.…
Mon, 19 May 2008 21:50:39 GMT | Victor_Balta
