Both ‘American Idol’ finalists inked deals for major-label debuts on Thursday. By Gil Kaufman Crystal Bowersox and Lee DeWyze Photo: FOX That was fast. Less than 24 hours after winning season nine of “American Idol,” Lee DeWyze signed a record deal with 19 Recordings Limited and RCA Records, while his pal and runner-up, Crystal Bowersox , inked a contract with 19 Recordings Limited and Jive for her debut major-label album. According to Billboard.com , the pacts were signed on Thursday and will have DeWyze joining the label that houses such “Idol” luminaries as Chris Daughtry and Adam Lambert. Bowersox will rub elbows with the likes of Kris Allen, Jordin Sparks and Allison Iraheta.
