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David Archuleta: Aspiring Weather Forecaster? | The Great American Idol Blog | 7/17/2008
Earlier this week, former Idol contestant and human-kitten, David Archuleta, appeared on his Good Day Utah for an interview and wound up taking a stab at workin' it in front of the green screen for the weather report. It was a valiant effort on his part as he astutely pointed out all that "green stuff" that represents rain. Perhaps he's discovered a latent talent after all these years? read more
The Davids on Tour: Who's Feeling More Love? | The Great American Idol Blog | 7/8/2008
The American Idol tour officially kicked off in Arizona July 1, starting a summer-long bus odyssey of the continental U.S. On day seven of the journey, though, David Cook and David Archuleta are already feeling the heat of mega fandom that they ignited during Season 7 — albeit in their own ways.For starters, their tour performances represent their respective hot and cool approaches. Cook claims the audience response so far to Archie is already a tough act to follow. He told TVGuide.com,... read more
David Archuleta Still Waiting for First Kiss | The Great American Idol Blog | 7/1/2008
OK, girls, Seventeen magazine asked American Idol runner-up David Archuleta the eternal question: when was your first kiss? "I haven't had a first kiss," he replied. Archie, 17, has let it be known before he feels he's not old enough to understand all the feelings that go along with a relationship. Any girls' fashion trends that confuse him? "I don't get those really short skirts," he told Seventeen. He doesn't have a celebrity crush, either ("I’ve always been against that because it's... read more
Archuleta Gives His Pop Some Father's Day Props | The Great American Idol Blog | 6/17/2008
David Archuleta, like most kids his own age, has his own MySpace page, where he writes messages to his fans. Shockingly, he writes exactly how he speaks (with the exception of a few "lol" in there). The theme of this message was Father's Day, and he expressed his gratitude toward his fans for leaving kind messages to his dad. The breathy tween sensation said, "He's been great so I'm glad you guys took time to send him your messages."And, in case there was any doubt, fame hasn't changed your... read more
The View to Do Some Idol Worship in Vegas | Today's News: Our Take | 6/5/2008
The ladies of The View are taking their talkfest on the road this summer, broadcasting their show live (and in HD) from Sin City June 23-27.In addition to the special location, Barbara and Co. have invited some serious talent to their Vegas party, including Amercian Idol winner David Cook and runner-up David Archuleta. The boys will appear and perform on June 24. Other stars making the trek to the desert include Jimmy Kimmel and Rihanna (June 23), Jessica Simpson (performing from her new album... read more
VIDEO: Idol Idles Archuleta's "Thank You, Fans" Concert | The Great American Idol Blog | 6/4/2008
C'mon, Idol honchos, give the kid a break. American Idol has kiboshed a Friday concert planned by runner-up David Archuleta in Salt Lake City as a thank you to his fans with proceeds going to charity.KUTV says contractual obligations between Archie and the show got in the way. The 17-year-old's agent, Roger Widynowski, told the TV station he couldn't hold the concert because it wasn't an Idol-sanctioned event, but said it would be held after the Idol tour, which kicks off July 1, winds down in... read more
Video Q&A: Get Your Archie Fix! | The Great American Idol Blog | 6/3/2008
Hello Archie fans! We have another video for you to enjoy from our chat with that cuddly singing sensation.Part 1: Archie and I talk about everything from Paula's crazy comments, to Simon's scary face to what kind of album he'd like to put out now that the competition is over.Part 2:In our second installment with David A., he talks about his dad's influence on his musical career, the importance of family, and if he would ever be willing to date a fan. And girls, I think you might like his... read more
David A. to the Ladies: You're Going to Have to Wait | The Great American Idol Blog | 5/23/2008
After coming thisclose to winning it all, David Archuleta took some time Friday to reflect on his Idol experience, what might come next and if he'll ever have time for a girlfriend — or anything else, for that matter.American Idol's Season 7 may be over, but don't expect to see David A. out on the dating scene just yet (sorry, ladies!). We know, there's a hungry crowd of would-be GFs awaiting, but once the Idol mania dies down a little bit, David A.'s planning to focus on his career. Not... read more
After the Big Finale: The Davids, Fans Respond | The Great American Idol Blog | 5/22/2008
It was just one huge love-fest following the big American Idol finale. At a news conference after David Cook's big win, both the winner and the runner-up had nothing but praise for each other, says the L.A. Times, and solidarity at the end of the Idol road. Speaking to press, Cook not only reflected on recent events — like Simon's Tuesday-night predictions and Wednesday's retraction — but also on the talent of his main rival, David Archuleta, and their Idol journey. For starters, Cook... read more
VIDEO: The Final Idol Moments | The Great American Idol Blog | 5/22/2008
It was the moment you've all been waiting for — but whether you were on team Archie or team Cook, you have to admit, both of these guys really killed it this season. If by chance you missed last night's finale (or if your DVRs were being fickle and chopped off the final seconds), now's your chance to relive the final three minutes, when Ryan was given the envelope and announced which David would be the next American Idol. read more
Finale Fever: Idol Goes Out on High Notes | Roush Dispatch | 5/22/2008
There were no losers Wednesday night. Not even the viewers, and I can’t remember the last time I said that about an American Idol finale. Sure, it was too long, and it’s inexcusable not to be able to wrap the show by 10 pm/ET. Greedy, greedy Fox. As always, the finale had plenty of egregious moments: the run-for-the-mute-button return of the ear-grating Mikalah Gordon (who still looks like she’s trying out for a remake of The Nanny), and that obnoxious plug for Mike Myers’... read more
Kinged David: Idol Voters Kiss the Cook | The Great American Idol Blog | 5/22/2008
After the 10 runners-up performed seemingly countless group numbers in Brady Bunch-like matching outfits....After select finalists got to deliver dream duets with their musical matches....After that audition-round buffoon with the feathers... er, I'm not sure what he did, I was FF-ing so fast....After the (almost-)top-secret "surprise" of vintage Gladys Knight and her contemporary Pips delivered perhaps the evening's most entertaining entertainment....After Carrie Underwood and George Michael... read more
Episode Recap: The Idol Finale Extravaganza! | American Idol | 5/22/2008
Yo peeps! The finale is here! Let's cut right to the chase. I'm Erin Fox. I'm live blogging the finale. Enjoy.The two Davids face each other in all white in the first shot of the show. It's like a really angelic version of Face Off. How are they not cracking up when Ryan refers to the competition as reaching "critical mass?"Aww...Ryan gets to make his "grand entrance" down the staircase just like a deb at her coming out. The audience shots include Holly Robinson Peete and Lori Loughlin. That's... read more
VIDEO: The Dueling Davids Go Head-to-Head | The Great American Idol Blog | 5/21/2008
What a night! Besides the cheesetastic boxing intro Fox dreamed up (yes, because David Archuleta looked really tough with his fists up), the two finalists gave it their all — and then some! The consensus amongst the judges (besides Paula and her rose-colored glasses) was that David A. nailed it last night. They were obsessed with his performance of Elton's "Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me." Now it's up to America to make the call! — Gina DiNunno read more
Random Reflections on Idol and Dancing | Roush Dispatch | 5/21/2008
The battle of the Davids is, to me, the most interesting and polarizing American Idol faceoff since the classic Clay-vs-Ruben finale of season 2. As was the case then, the fandom for both appears to be passionate and deep, and whoever’s rooting for one is very likely rooting against the other.The differences between both singers’ styles are obvious, but so are the similarities in what people tend to criticize in each. In short, those who find David Archuleta’s crooning to be... read more
Jeers: A Punch-Drunk Idol | Cheers & Jeers | 5/21/2008
Jeers to American Idol for hitting the boxing imagery too hard. True, it was the first all-male finals since Season 2's Ruben-Clay smackdown, but both David Cook and David Archuleta seem like lovers, not fighters, so the pugilistic imagery didn't connect. It was bad enough to give MIchael Buffer one more chance to roll out his tired "Let's get ready to rumble!" shtick. But did they really need to introduce each "round" of the competition by bizarrely juxtaposing ringside analyst Jim Lampley and... read more
Episode Recap: The Battle of the Davids Is Here! | American Idol | 5/21/2008
Hey everyone! It's Erin Fox, and I can't believe we're down to two contestants. Can you believe it? It's the final "performance" episode of this year's American Idol contest! Time sure does fly when you're watching Seacrest and Cowell spar week after week. The shows actually kind of blur together after a while when you keep hearing Randy say repeatedly, "That was molten hot, Dawg," or "You can sing anything; you can sing the phonebook!"For those of you who are curious to see what my... read more
The Best and Worst of David Archuleta | The Great American Idol Blog | 5/20/2008
Before we gather around the tube to watch the battle of the Davids on AI next week, we thought we'd take a trip down memory lane and discuss each contestant's best and worst performances from this season. I know you all love David A. and balk at any mention of a "worst" performance, so let's just say those songs weren't the 17-year-old's brightest moments. David Archuleta's Best"Imagine:" David was at his best with this classic Lennon song, even though he changed some of the words. He sang with... read more
Finale Preview: "Imagine" What the Davids Will Sing! | The Great American Idol Blog | 5/19/2008
Calling into Ryan Seacrest's radio show, American Idol executive produeer Nigel Lythgoe shed a bit of light on what Davids Archuleta and Cook will sing on Tuesday night in order to cement their fate (one way or the other) in this year's competition.Each finalist will perform three songs: One picked by uberproducer Clive Davis; one selected by viewers from some sort of online "Top 10" list; and one of the singer's own choosing — either a tune they have tackled on Idol before, or something... read more
Episode Recap: The Final Two Revealed! | American Idol | 5/15/2008
Hello everyone, it's me, Erin Fox! Thank you to so many bloggers who welcomed me back and enjoyed reading my post. Thanks also to those of you wearing your cranky pants and calling me "catty" for wanting to draw whiskers on David Archuleta's little baby face. Heh... catty about whiskers... makes me laugh. Just having a little fun guys, try to relax! (P.S. "Shizzle" is supposed to sound ridiculous!)On to the show! Ryan does a nice job reminding the audience (including many Idol cast-offs like... read more