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THG Talk: An Exclusive Interview with Jordin Sparks

Posted on June 25, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Before American Idol viewers decided to vote for the same guitar-playing male every season (David Cook… Kris Allen … Lee DeWyze), they selected Jordin Sparks as their champion. We’ve been big fans of the talented singer since since she took the Fox stage and we were lucky enough to speak with her this week, as she took time away from her summer tour. We thank Jordin for her time and we present this exclusive interview below… What has the American Idol experience been like for you? Can it be compared to what you imagined it would be like? I imagined it would be easy, just a singing competition. HA! It was a lot of work and pretty stressful. But I made friendships that will last forever and I am really happy with how it turned out. You’ve sung with Chris Brown. You’ve sung at the Super Bowl. What has been the most memorable professional experience for you? Well, the fact that I get to sing for my job is the best thing. Everything else, the duet, the Super Bowl, touring… it’s all a bonus. Idol has received some criticism for naming three consecutive winners that were all very similar. Any thoughts on that? I definitely think that when the show started to allow instruments, it opened itself up to a whole bunch of people who wouldn’t have auditioned before. So I’m glad those people can have the opportunity as well. But the show shouldn’t receive criticism for naming winners the audience voted for. Any thoughts on Simon leaving? It’s bittersweet. Simon was made out to be the villain. I’m going to miss him for sure… It’s going to be so different without [Paula and Simon]. I wish them nothing by the best in whatever they do moving forward. What was it like to participate in the We Are the World remake ? It was amazing for me. The original is such a classic and pretty much everyone knows it… to see all the artists there for a cause bigger than ourselves was so humbling. This is your first-ever solo tour. Talk about your plans and hopes

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Lee DeWyze, Crystal Bowersox Sign Record Deals

Posted on May 28, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

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.

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Jordin Sparks is Headed to Broadway

Posted on May 4, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Jordin Sparks is off to Broadway. The season six winner of American Idol is the latest finalist to land a role on stage, following in the talented footsteps of Clay Aiken and Constantine Maroulis, the latter of whom was even nominated for a Tony Award. Beginning on August 19, Sparks will star in In the Heights , a musical set in the Dominican-American community of New York’s Washington Heights. She’ll play the character of Nina Rosario for 12 weeks, through November 14. In January, former High School Musical star Corbin Bleu debuted in the lead of the play. He’s received sold reviews for it.

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Will Young Says Having The ‘American Idol’ Exit Song Is ‘Brilliant’

Posted on April 8, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

‘I’m really happy, because my song is now on the biggest show in America,’ the ‘Pop Idol’ champ says of ‘Leave Right Now.’ By Kelley L. Carter Will Young Photo: Mike Marsland/ WireImage As the first winner of Britain’s “Pop Idol,” Will Young was never voted off and, therefore, was never played off the stage with a goodbye song. Now, however, he’s up close and person with the “American Idol” season-nine exit song: It’s his track “Leave Right Now.” “It’s brilliant,” chuckled Young, who has sold more than 8 million records. “I haven’t released in America before, so I’m really happy, because my song is now on the biggest show in America. And it’s played every week. I’ve watched it over here a couple of times when I can, and I think it sounds great on the show.” Back in 2002, the 31-year-old Brit won “Pop Idol,” the show that launched the mega-popular “Idol” franchise, which has brought us budding superstars like Kelly Clarkson, Jordin Sparks and Jennifer Hudson. He’s hoping to build on the momentum of his “Idol” exit song, releasing a digital album in May and following that up with his first real working visit Stateside. So far on the docket are a few live shows, a few taped TV performances and, he’s hoping, a chance to head over to the “American Idol” stage. Still, he’s just grateful for his “Idol” opportunity and hopes to make as big a splash in the U.S. as he’s made worldwide. As for his tune, he couldn’t have picked a better calling card for American ears. “Funny enough, the song is more about taking yourself out of a situation, so in a way, I’m telling myself to leave, which is almost the harder thing to do,” he explained. “I think that’s what it is about, that song. So many people have experienced that. You’re coming back, and you think, ‘I really shouldn’t be in the situation, but here I am again.’ You know, that awful feeling where your heart has been broken once and you don’t know if you can do it again. That’s what that song is about. And that’s why I always love performing it.” Would you like to see Will break through Stateside? Do you like his “Idol” goodbye song? Let us know in the comments below!

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Ex ‘American Idol’ Finalist Arrested for Girl Fight

Posted on March 30, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Filed under: Celebrity Justice , American Idol A finalist from season 6 of “American Idol” was arrested in Georgia last night — after cops say they had to rip her out of a ferocious girl-on-girl brawl. The perp is 22-year-old Stephanie Edwards — who finished in 11th place behind Jordin Sparks … Permalink

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Katie Stevens Profile: Teen Promises To ‘Young It Up’ On ‘Idol’

Posted on March 12, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Our ‘American Idol’ top 12 cheat sheet looks at Stevens’ strengths and weaknesses. By Jim Cantiello Katie Stevens at the “American Idol” top 12 party Photo: Jason Merritt/ Getty Images On Thursday night, “American Idol” revealed its top 12 finalists for the ninth season of the hit show. MTV News “Idol” expert Jim Cantiello whipped up a handy cheat sheet for each finalist, breaking down each specific “Idol” journey thus far. He also got the “Idol” hopefuls to weigh in when he caught up with them at Thursday night’s top 12 party in Hollywood. Katie Stevens Katie Stevens is the latest in a long line of teenagers with powerful voices on “American Idol.” So far, the Connecticut 17-year-old has struggled balancing her youthful age with her mature voice, but the voting public rewarded her with a spot in the top 12 anyway. Best Performance : During week one, Katie dared to tackle “Feeling Good” even though Adam Lambert had a “wow” moment with the song last season. She almost succeeded. Weakest Performance : Katie took a step in the right age direction by choosing a Kelly Clarkson song this week. Unfortunately, her uneven vocals on “Breakaway” exposed her youthful inexperience. ‘American Idol’ Top 12 Party Tragic Backstory : Katie is very close with her ailing grandmother, who is struggling with Alzheimer’s disease. Why She Will Win : “American Idol” has a long history of successful teenagers with mature voices. David Archuleta and Diana DeGarmo made it to the finale, and Jordin Sparks won the whole enchilada. Why She Will Lose : So far, Katie’s performances have been more Lisa Tucker than Jordin Sparks. What She Should Sing : Katie needs to embrace her youth and sing an uptempo song. “You Belong With Me” by Taylor Swift seems like a good start. On Her “Older” Song Selections : “Jordin Sparks won and she was my age, and she got the same criticism that I’ve gotten, which is, ‘You need to choose a younger song! Why are you choosing such old songs?’ But you know what? I have to stay true to who I am. And I do sing older stuff. I have an older voice, I guess, for my age, so … I’ll young it up, but I gotta stay true to who I am.” What do you think of Katie’s chances on “Idol”? Were you happy to see her make it to the top 12? Let us know! Get your “Idol” fix on MTV News’ “American Idol” page , where you’ll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions. Related Videos ‘American Idol’ In 60 Seconds Meet The ‘American Idol’ Top 12 Related Photos ‘American Idol’ Top 12 Party ‘American Idol’ Season Nine Performances

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Jordin Sparks’ New Bling

Posted on February 10, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Jordin Sparks can add jewelry designer to her resume. The American Idol alum will be designing a range of jewelery to benefit the people of Haiti. “I am so excited to be working with Pennyroyal Silver on this project! Thirty per cent of the proceeds from the sale of this pendant will got to Sparks Charities to fund mobile medical clinics in Haiti.” Related Links: Jordin Sparks Leaves Her Mark

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David Archuleta and Jordin Sparks: No Air, Lots of Talent

Posted on February 6, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Not so fast, Aaron Kelly ! While American Idol viewers are already comparing the aforementioned season nine contestant with David Archuleta, the former runner-up proved this week that he won’t be replaced without a fight. The talented young singer took to the stage with Jordin Sparks at the 2010 Jordin Sparks Experience, a pre-Super Bowl event held at Miami Beach on Wednesday night. Don’t they look adorable together? The former American Idol alumni performed a duet to “No Air,” the single Sparks originally made famous with Chris Brown. Could she have replaced Brown with anyone more opposite from him? We doubt it. This, of course, is a big compliment to David. The day he beats his girlfriend is the day Jon Gosselin starts caring about his kids. Watch the pair entertain the crowd below. David Archuleta and Jordin Sparks

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‘We Are the World’ Remake Leaves Jordin Sparks, Tyrese, Celine Dion Starstruck

Posted on February 2, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

‘I think we all turned into groupies,’ singer Anthony Hamilton says of his fellow participants. By Jocelyn Vena Miley Cyrus and Pink Photo: Kevin Mazur/ WireImage You would think that when celebrities like Kanye West , the Jonas Brothers , Miley Cyrus and Celine Dion get into a room together, they’d be too jaded to get star struck by the other A-listers in attendance. But when more than 80 singers, rappers and actors gathered on Monday to re-record “We are the World” to benefit the victims of the earthquake in Haiti, they were all pretty impressed by each other

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Kevin Jonas Reveals Wedding Details: ‘I’ve Never Seen A More Beautiful Bride’

Posted on December 29, 2009 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Oldest Jonas brother and his new bride, Danielle Deleasa, dish on their December 19 wedding to People. By Jocelyn Vena Kevin Jonas on the cover of People Photo: People Just 10 days after saying “I do” at a lavish wedding at the Oheka Castle in Long Island, New York, Kevin Jonas and his new bride, Danielle Deleasa , are dishing all about their nuptials in the new issue of People magazine. In addition to the families, the wedding was attended by celebrity friends like Jordin Sparks, Joey Fatone and Demi Lovato.

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