Stories tagged with "American Idol"

'American Idol': The Rat Pack, done right by USA Today

With no members of the original Rat Pack still living, American Idol brought in Jamie Foxx Tuesday night to mentor its final five contestants in the way of the Great American... – Apr 28, 2009 at 10:03 PM in Entertainment

Next on Anoop's to-do list: 'Sit on the couch, wake up at noon' by USA Today

American Idol's Anoop Desai, who bumped the final 12 up to 13, saw his luck run out Wednesday night during the double-elimination round. We caught up with him in an exit-interview... – Apr 23, 2009 at 4:34 PM in Entertainment

Lil Rounds says her goodbyes: 'I sang my little heart out' by USA Today

Memphis mom Lil Rounds sang her disco-themed swan song Wednesday night in American Idol's double-elimination round. Despite being a judges' favorite early on, Rounds drew harsh... – Apr 23, 2009 at 4:33 PM in Entertainment

'American Idol': Two get the boot by USA Today

Wednesday night, Anoop Desai and Lil Rounds learned that American Idol finalists can survive only so many trips to the bottom three. For Anoop, his fourth consecutive trip to the... – Apr 22, 2009 at 10:48 PM in Entertainment

May sweeps won't kick up dust by USA Today

The crucial May "sweeps" period begins tonight, but the outcome of the TV season it ushers out is already settled.CBS, armed with sturdy procedurals including new hit The... – Apr 22, 2009 at 9:17 PM in Entertainment

Abdul says her 'Idol' contract is up this season by USA Today

NEW YORK — Paula Abdul said her contract is up this season on American Idol, and that no one can ever replace her.In an interview with Cynthia McFadden, airing Thursday on... – Apr 21, 2009 at 7:32 PM in Entertainment

A day in the life of 'Idol,' from rehearsals to the live show by USA Today

LOS ANGELES — It's show day at American Idol. USA TODAY had the rare opportunity last week to follow executive producer Ken Warwick and chart the day for Idol's singers and... – Apr 20, 2009 at 10:02 PM in Entertainment

'American Idol': Saved at the bell? by USA Today

In a world where Quentin Tarantino mentors singers and American Idol contestants sing songs from the cinema, America's voters decided they'd had enough of Matt Giraud. Matt... – Apr 15, 2009 at 10:33 PM in Entertainment

DioGuardi: 'Idol' might go back to 4-judge format by USA Today

NEW YORK (AP) — Kara DioGuardi says the two-judge format could be a one-time thing on American Idol.Tuesday's show switched things up by allowing only a pair of judges to... – Apr 15, 2009 at 5:06 PM in Entertainment

Nielsens: 'Parks and Recreation' gets good play in ratings by USA Today

•Playground attendance. Amy Poehler's new NBC comedy Parks and Recreation (6.9 million viewers Thursday) topped the final episode of time-slot predecessor Kath Kim by... – Apr 14, 2009 at 9:08 PM in Entertainment

Critic's Corner Tuesday by USA Today

To view this presentation, you need to install the Flash plug-in GET IT NOW E-mail Robert Bianco at rbianco@usatoday.com•Considering how often the... – Apr 13, 2009 at 10:49 PM in Entertainment

'Idol' judge Simon Cowell says he isn't leaving yet by USA Today

To view this presentation, you need to install the Flash plug-in GET IT NOW NEW YORK (AP) — Simon Cowell wants to look on the bright side concerning his future with... – Apr 13, 2009 at 8:47 PM in Entertainment

Scott says fond farewell to 'Idol' and 'stands by my performance' by USA Today

Perhaps it wasn't wise for American Idol finalist Scott MacIntyre to choose a song with the word "over" in its title. Or, for that matter, to forsake the piano and strap on a... – Apr 10, 2009 at 4:36 PM in Entertainment

Senate budget pleases many, but feds get no credit by indystar

One by one, lobbyists and interest group representatives came and sat in front of the state Senate Appropriations Committee on Thursday morning. And one by one, they thanked... – Apr 10, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Matthew Tully

Scott says fond farewell to 'Idol' and 'stands by my performance' by USA Today

Perhaps it wasn't wise for American Idol finalist Scott MacIntyre to choose a song with the word "over" in its title. Or, for that matter, to forsake the piano and strap on a... – Apr 09, 2009 at 3:47 PM in Entertainment

'American Idol': It's 'Over' for Scott by USA Today

To view this presentation, you need to install the Flash plug-in GET IT NOW Wednesday's American Idol elimination show offered a little something for everybody —... – Apr 08, 2009 at 10:36 PM in Entertainment

'Idol': Oh yes it's '80s night by USA Today

American Idol's "songs from the year you were born" theme essentially set the stage for an '80s Night, as seven of the eight remaining contestants were born during that decade.... – Apr 07, 2009 at 10:47 PM in Entertainment

'Rock of Ages' makes it hard to hold on to the feeling by USA Today

NEW YORK — What do Madonna, Prince, Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, U2, Bruce Springsteen, the Police and Dire Straits have in common?They're just a few of the artists who had... – Apr 07, 2009 at 9:32 PM in Entertainment

'ER' makes a healthy exit, 'Cupid' bests 'Mars' by USA Today

To view this presentation, you need to install the Flash plug-in GET IT NOW The Academy of Country Music Awards and March Madness gave CBS a boost last week. CHARTS:... – Apr 07, 2009 at 8:47 PM in Entertainment

Aiken to guest judge on 'Next Top Model' by USA Today

RALEIGH, N.C. — Performer Clay Aiken says he thinks his American Idol experience helped contestants appreciate his comments when he was a judge in an episode of America's... – Apr 06, 2009 at 3:35 PM in Entertainment