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American Idol

  • Blogs

    April 17, 2012

    Kelly Clarkson Is Coming to Town (But You Might Have to Sit Through The Fray Before Watching Her)

    See also: Kelly Clarkson Nails Super Bowl 2012 National Anthem Maybe you're a Carrie Underwood fan, but for my money, Kelly Clarkson is the best American Idol the show has given us yet. I should probably clarify -- I've never been a big Idol watcher. I've always yay or 'nayed contestants post-sea ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 11, 2012

    Mob Fam Release New Video for "Fresh As Im Izz," Set to Play Rocky Point Cantina Friday

    Latino hip-hop brothers Mob Fam were fresh off of signing with local legend MC Magic's music label, Nastyboy Records the last time we caught up with the Phoenix-natives. Javi C., T.S., and S.C., had also just finished wrapping filming for their first music video on the label for the single, "Fresh ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 6, 2012

    Flashback Friday: Blind Melon Reminded You To "Bee" Yourself

    Arguably one of the best things to come out of last night's American Idol episode was the emergence of a video on Yahoo! that Jennifer Lopez beau Casper Smart appeared in back in 2009. The loose-limbed dancer starred as a dancing bee in the Haagen-Dazs produced video in an effort to raise awareness ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 3, 2012

    Prediction: Will Kelly Clarkson Nail the Super Bowl XVLI National Anthem?

    So, I may not be the flag-waving American I should be, but hot damn, there's just something about hearing the national anthem that gives me chills. Most of the attention in the build up for this weekend's showdown has been placed on dueling quarterbacks Tom Brady and Eli Manning, million dollar co ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 12, 2011

    Psychedelic Legend Donovan Visits the MIM

    ​On Monday, October 10, British songwriter and psychedelic legend Donovan (born Donovan Philips Leitch) visited the Musical Instrument Museum, strolling around the exhibits and conducting interviews with writers about the history of music and education. Speaking with Donovan was really something ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 12, 2011

    For Mesa Man, "The Best Part of Wakin' Up" Could Be 25K in His Folger's Cup

    ​The Folgers coffee jingle? Yeah, we know it. But unlike a Mesa man, we didn't rewrite it in a slick R&B style that made us one of five finalists in a contest that includes a trip to New York City, a live audition in front of former American Idol judge, Kara DioGuardi, and chance to score ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 14, 2011

    Lil Wayne, David Hernandez, Stevie Nicks, Black Keys and More in This Week's Issue

    ​Is Weezy sober as good as the Weezy who was getting blazed and freestyling about Al Sharpon in a 9 minute song? Now that Lil Wayne is out of jail and on probation he's supposed to stay straight, which is bound to have an impact on his work. So is it for the better or not? Ben Westhoff tackles tha ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 24, 2011

    Stars Performed For Qaddafi's Family

    ​Usher, Mariah Carey and Beyonce are among some of the artists that have been performing for the family of Libyan leader Muammar al-Qaddafi, according to Rolling Stone.Qaddafi's sons Muatassim and Seif al-Islam al-Qaddafi hired the afformentioned artists for their consecutive New Year's parties. M ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 18, 2010

    Kings of Leon: Taking it a Little Too Far For Their Upcoming Music Video?

    ​Kings of Leon has stooped to a new low by bringing a potentially offensive yet interesting idea to the table, according to NME.The band posted an ad in an effort to recruit "characters with scars, pockmarked skin, physical abnormalities or deformities" for their next music video.In the ad, Kings ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 14, 2010

    Bob Marley's Family Loses Copyright Battle to Universal Music Group

    ​It's a sad day for white kids with dreadlocks. Bob Marley's family has lost its fight with Universal Music Group over what they claim was exploitation of some of his greatest music.The Marleys tried to obtain the copyrights to five of Bob's albums and claimed that UMG owes them royalties.Light up ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 8, 2010

    New Kings of Leon Music Video Just Released

    ​The highly-anticipated new music video for Kings of Leon's new single "Radioactive" was released this morning. It's a playful video in which the band and a joyous children's choir have a picnic next to a barn. As for the song itself, it's got gospel soul, and it's catchy as hell. I won't ruin the ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 13, 2010

    'American Idol' Live! at US Airways Center Last Night

    Luke HolwerdaAmerican Idol Live​American Idol Live! August 12, 2010US Airways CenterFor Valley residents who always wanted to make it out to the American Idol studios but never did, last night at US Airways Center was their opportunity to see the top 10 contestants from 2010's season perform on th ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 12, 2010

    Smokus Pocus, Weird Al Yankovic, John Mayer, and More in This Week's Issue

    Smokus Pocus: Accidentally boycotting their own state?​We all know that the Sound Strike has taken on a life of its own, with a few notable and hundreds of hopelessly obscure acts attempting to punish Arizona by refusing to play it. This week's music feature is about one of those bands -- Smokus P ... More >>

  • Music

    July 29, 2010

    Paper Tongues

    Smokus Pocus: Accidentally boycotting their own state?​We all know that the Sound Strike has taken on a life of its own, with a few notable and hundreds of hopelessly obscure acts attempting to punish Arizona by refusing to play it. This week's music feature is about one of those bands -- Smokus P ... More >>

  • Music

    July 29, 2010

    Adam Lambert

    Smokus Pocus: Accidentally boycotting their own state?​We all know that the Sound Strike has taken on a life of its own, with a few notable and hundreds of hopelessly obscure acts attempting to punish Arizona by refusing to play it. This week's music feature is about one of those bands -- Smokus P ... More >>

  • Music

    May 20, 2010

    Who Will Punch Jordin Sparks' V-Card?

    Smokus Pocus: Accidentally boycotting their own state?​We all know that the Sound Strike has taken on a life of its own, with a few notable and hundreds of hopelessly obscure acts attempting to punish Arizona by refusing to play it. This week's music feature is about one of those bands -- Smokus P ... More >>

  • Music

    May 13, 2010

    Glee Is Second Only to iTunes as Music Retail's Biggest Force

    Smokus Pocus: Accidentally boycotting their own state?​We all know that the Sound Strike has taken on a life of its own, with a few notable and hundreds of hopelessly obscure acts attempting to punish Arizona by refusing to play it. This week's music feature is about one of those bands -- Smokus P ... More >>

  • Calendar

    May 13, 2010

    Music Retail’s Second Biggest Force

    Fox’s Glee is Second Only To iTunes Nowadays

  • Blogs

    May 5, 2010

    'American Idol' Kids Get to Play Dress Up and Sing Frank Sinatra Songs

    ​Last night on American Idol, it was Frank Sinatra night, and you know what that means--break out the suits and black dress! This was the classiest night of the season so far, as the contestants took on the legend.Harry Connick, Jr., the guest mentor of the night, was called a "superstar" by Ryan ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 15, 2010

    Tax Day Food Freebies and Specials

    Paying taxes is your duty. Scarfing down free burgers is your right.​That much antipated -- and much dreaded -- day has come again. No, not this year's American Idol finale. We're talking about April 15, aka Tax Day: the day that dictates whether you'll be enjoying a fancy dinner ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 14, 2010

    'American Idol' Get Glam as Adam Lambert Mentors, Is Praised for Tongue Action

    No one can compete with the force that is Bowersox​In what was either a Freudian slip or a bid to stir up controversy, Ryan Seacrest commented to Adam Lambert on American Idol Tuesday night, "My tongue is not nearly as talented as yours." Sadly, that was one of the most exciting parts of this seas ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 31, 2009

    Top 10 'American Idol' Moments

    ​Paula Abdul already left, and Simon Cowell may be on the outs, too. But no matter what happens to American Idol, the singing competition has left us with plenty of memories we'll forver cherish. Here are 10 of our favorites to get you ready for the upcoming season, which begins January ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 21, 2009

    Concert Review: Alice Cooper's Christmas Pudding

    Luke HolwerdaAlice Cooper performs at the 2009 installment of his annual Christmas Pudding charity show.​ By Lindsey HolderFriday night was the ninth installment of Alice Cooper's Christmas Pudding, though speaking in Christmas/culinary terms, it was really more of a fruitcake, with ingredients bo ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 8, 2009

    Incoming: Alice In Chains, Henry Rollins, George Strait, Matt Hires

    ​Maybe I'm forgetting something, but I'm pretty sure a former American Idol contestant has never played The Rhythm Room. The Maricopa County fair? Sure. Even The Marquee. But, from what I've seen in local show listings over the past two years it's rare that anyone who gets the benefit of anIdol-st ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 12, 2009

    The End of Idolator

    ​Is there anything more ridiculous than finding yourself upset by a change in management on a music blog? No one seems to managed to stay employed in one place anywhere for long, so Maura Johnston's three year run at Idolator (starting with the site's founding) was bound to come to an end eventual ... More >>

  • Music

    August 27, 2009

    Fuel

    ​Is there anything more ridiculous than finding yourself upset by a change in management on a music blog? No one seems to managed to stay employed in one place anywhere for long, so Maura Johnston's three year run at Idolator (starting with the site's founding) was bound to come to an end eventual ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 17, 2009

    New Radiohead EP, Rock Landmarks, Little Known Facts About Soulja Boy

    NME: Radiohead to release new EPElectric Mustache: Pains of Being Pure at Heart, "Higher Than The Stars"Idolator: Just What "American Idol" Needed: More DramaIdolator: Madonna: Still Better Than Everyone At Making Catholics Really, Really AngryPitchfork: Justice Department Backs Crazy $1.92 Million ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 31, 2009

    Hot Links: Police Sketches, Measles, and Still No Budget

    ​The Arizona state government budget is once again up in the air, as legislators failed to approve a spending plan for 2010 over a late-night session last night. The Senate is scheduled to reconvene today at 1 p.m., but they're not expected to take another vote...The city of Gilbert's request for ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 13, 2009

    And Then There Were Three: Gokey, Allen, Lambert Left on 'Idol'

    We haven't had a good crazy-looking Adam picture for awhile. So here you go.So after Allison Iraheta got kicked off American Idol last week, there was only one question that remained: Who would join guy-linered Adam Lambert in the finals? I've made no secret about my Gokey hatred. But even I can adm ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 5, 2009

    'Idols Live' tour to Hit Glendale

    If you've been trolling the streets of Scottsdale in the hopes of bumping into hometown American Idol also-ran Scott MacIntyre, at the very least now you know where to find him July 20. MacIntyre, along with the other eight runners-up and whoever the Idol winner ends up being (cough--Adam Labert--co ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 30, 2009

    About Damn Time: Matt Giraud Off of 'Idol'

    Time to say goodbye, Giraud.During his tenure on American Idol, Matt Giraud was like the Little Dueling Piano Player Who Could: Snubbed by the voting public in the Top 36, the judges made him one of their "judges choice" picks for the Top 13. Then, when he finally got voted off two weeks ago after h ... More >>

  • Calendar

    March 12, 2009

    Idol Threat

    Hey, cool kids. Back off. It’s a guilty pleasure.

  • Blogs

    February 17, 2009

    Joanna Pacitti Finally Out on 'Idol'

    Yer fired!!So, since Joanna Pacitti's American Idol audition back in Louisville, I haven't made any secretabout the fact that her ass should've been sent packing long ago, especially after she forgot the words to her song during Hollywood Week. In my opinion, Pacitti has used up all of her singing l ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 27, 2009

    Jan. 27 In Blogs: Phil Gordon, Steelers, Joe Arpaio and More

    We understand that in the 24-hour news cycle it can be difficult to keep up. Worry not! We have the solution. Check back on Valley Fever every evening for highlights from each of New Times' blogs. Today's entries: Valley Fever: Mayor Phil Gordon Kills Plan to Give Self Two More Years Pittsburgh S ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 22, 2009

    Cardinals' Game Day Concerts: A Look Back at the Season

    For someone like me, who is an Arizona Cardinals season ticket holder, this season has far exceeding any expectations I had for the team heading into September. Not to toot my horn or anything, but after watching the Cardinals dismantle the playoff-caliber Miami Dolphins in the home opener, I said ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 21, 2009

    San Francisco's Akilah Askew-Gholston is Story of the Night on Idol

    The home of Rice-A-Roni, the Golden Gate Bridge and a bevy of fabulous gays was host to the third night of pre-Hollywood American Idol auditions, and can we agree on one thing right off the bat? Yes, yes, there was the excitement of the Inauguration, but isn't it really Akilah Askew-Gholston's AI au ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 14, 2009

    American Idol Gets All Southwest On Your Ass

    So last night marked the return of the out-of-control musical delusionfest known as American Idol. And the first episode of the eighth season featured summer auditions that took place RIGHT HERE IN PHOENIX!!! Oh my God, the excitement was just too much! How exciting was it going to be to see watch ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 13, 2009

    Jan. 13 In Blogs: American Idol, Chlamydia, Food Network and More

    We understand that in the 24-hour news cycle it can be difficult to keep up. Worry not! We have the solution. Check back on Valley Fever every evening for highlights from each of New Times' blogs. Today's entries: Valley Fever: CPS Took Sick Child From Home Unfairly, Says Mom; Takes Fight to Inter ... More >>

  • Music

    April 17, 2008

    Cat Power

    We understand that in the 24-hour news cycle it can be difficult to keep up. Worry not! We have the solution. Check back on Valley Fever every evening for highlights from each of New Times' blogs. Today's entries: Valley Fever: CPS Took Sick Child From Home Unfairly, Says Mom; Takes Fight to Inter ... More >>

  • Music

    January 3, 2008

    Desert Heat

    America's idol and a hoops star keep Phoenix's mercury rising

  • Home Entertainment

    October 19, 2006

    Took a Shot

    America's idol and a hoops star keep Phoenix's mercury rising

  • Music

    June 15, 2006

    Kenny Chesney, Carrie Underwood

    And your point would be. . . ?

  • Film

    April 20, 2006

    Tube Boobs

    A little close to home

  • Music

    February 2, 2006

    Josh Gracin

    What it's come to

  • Home Entertainment

    November 24, 2005

    Your Government at Work

    What it's come to

  • Music

    October 20, 2005

    O.C. Can You Say

    When indie goes prime-time, what's left?

  • Calendar

    May 12, 2005

    This Week's Day-by-day Picks

    When indie goes prime-time, what's left?

  • Best of Phoenix

    September 30, 2004

    BEST VIETNAMESE RESTAURANT

    Pho Bang

  • Music

    August 5, 2004

    Casket Life

    That's one for new Stomping Ground Records

  • Music

    May 22, 2003

    Various Artists

    American Idol Season 2: All-Time Classic American Love Songs (RCA)

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