Pa. High Schooler Aaron Kelly’s Meek Sinatra Rendition Sends Him.
'American Idol' contestants challenged by Sinatra tunes
May 4th, 2010 Sinatra tunes a challenge for 'Idol' contestantsNEW YORK Even though he's no longer around, Frank Sinatra can still intimidate. Three of the five "American Idol' contestants had trouble interpreting the crooner's biggest hits on Tuesday's show, even with the encouragement, arrangements and piano playing of Harry Connick Jr.
Glass blower booted from 'American Idol' after evening of Twain tunes; 5 finalists remain
April 28th, 2010 Glass-blower Magnus, 20, cut from 'American Idol'LOS ANGELES Siobhan Magnus really has something to scream about now. The 20-year-old glass blower with a penchant for wailing at the end of her "American Idol" performances was eliminated from the Fox singing competition Wednesday.
'American Idol' boots another finalist; 5 singers remain
April 28th, 2010 'American Idol' boots another finalistLOS ANGELES Siobhan Magnus really has something to scream about now. The eccentric 20-year-old glass blower with a penchant for wailing at the end of her "American Idol" performances was eliminated from the Fox singing competition Wednesday.
2 'American Idol' singers sent home after failing to impress with Elvis tunes; 7 remain
April 14th, 2010 2 more 'Idol' contestants sent home; 7 remainLOS ANGELES "American Idol" viewers were cruel to Andrew Garcia and Katie Stevens. The 24-year-old musician from Moreno Valley, Calif., and the 17-year-old high school student from Middlebury, Conn., received the fewest viewer votes Wednesday on the Fox singing contest.
Michael Lynche stays in 'American Idol' judges good graces with Elvis Presley song
April 13th, 2010 Michael Lynche stays in 'Idol' judges' good gracesLOS ANGELES The "American Idol" judges don't regret keeping Michael Lynche out of the jailhouse. The 26-year-old personal trainer from Queens, N.Y., hit the right notes on the Fox singing competition Tuesday with his stripped-down version of Elvis Presley's "In the Ghetto." Lynche previously impressed the panel with a dramatic rendition of The Beatles' "Eleanor Rigby" but received the fewest viewer votes last week and was subsequently saved by the judges.
Rolling Stones Songs: American Idol Tribute
March 17th, 2010 more imagesLOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- The top twelve American Idol season 9 contestants paid their musical tribute to one of the most famous bands of all time, Rolling Stones. The band which created heart touching music and changed the scenario of music, was the theme of Tuesday's American Idol season 9 performances.
Andrew Garcia On 'American Idol'
January 27th, 2010 more imagesLOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- The singing reality show, 'American Idol' has returned with an all new season 9. Like every year, this year too, the show has some exceptionally talented contestants from different backgrounds and have attracted viewers from the audition round itself.
Piers Morgan laughs off American idol reports
January 19th, 2010 LONDON - 'America's Got Talent' judge Piers Morgan has dismissed rumors that he will replace Simon Cowell on American Idol. The TV personality clarified that it will "never happen.""A report in the New York Post has me down at 2-1 favorite to replace Simon Cowell if he leaves American Idol," the Daily Express quoted him as saying.
Williams' Pal Found Hanged
December 3rd, 2009 Pop star ROBBIE WILLIAMS is "profoundly sad" after learning about a friend's apparent suicide. Aaron Vickers' body was discovered hanging from a tree on Monday (30Nov09) in Swindon, England.
Robbie Williams' pal found hanging from tree
December 2nd, 2009 WASHINGTON - Singer Robbie Williams is heartbroken after learning about his hairdresser friend's apparent suicide. Aaron Vickers, 25, was found hanging from a tree on Nov 30 in Swindon, England.
MJ's sis says he was "meek", "controlled" by staff
October 7th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Michael Jackson was often influenced and controlled by others as he was "very meek", his sister has revealed. La Toya, the sister of the late pop icon, broke down as she disclosed Jackson's staff had "controlled" him, reports the China Daily.
'American Idol' resurrects its charity program, brings back 'Idol Gives Back'
October 6th, 2009 'Idol Gives Back' coming back to 'American Idol'LOS ANGELES "Idol Gives Back" is back. Producers of "American Idol" say the show's charity effort will return next year, with "Idol Gives Back" set to air April 21.
American Idol
August 30th, 2009 more images***Exclusive***Former 'American Idol' contestant Jason Castro out shopping with his girlfriend in Hollywood.Los Angeles, California.more images
American musical theater's latest collaborators _ Twyla Tharp and Frank Sinatra
August 12th, 2009 Tharp working on Sinatra show 'Come Fly With Me'NEW YORK American musical theater's latest collaborators Twyla Tharp and Frank Sinatra. Atlanta's Alliance Theatre says it will present "Come Fly With Me" a new musical conceived, directed and choreographed by Tharp.
'American Idol' finalist Lambert gets hometown hurrah in San Diego, marching band and all
May 9th, 2009 'Idol' contestant Lambert gets hometown hurrahSAN DIEGO Adam Lambert returned to his San Diego high school in triumph, with thousands of students and fans cheering the "American Idol" finalist. The 27-year-old Lambert entered the Mt.
Watch Lady Gaga Perform At American Idol 2010 Elimination As Aaron.
Have you watched Lady Gagas performance on American Idol Wednesday night on DISH Network on FOX? It was an electrifying performance. The queen of costume controversy has as a gorgeous stage presence! It is something which the recent contestants lack badly. They are often all voice, no stage presence. It is something that they have to work on! Even mentors like Harry Connick Jr. cannot teach them stage presence.
Take the example of Aaron Kelly, the 17 year old boy who got eliminated on May 5th from American Idol stage. He was told by the judges that he needed to fill the stage like Ol Blue Eyes. The same advice goes to any of the four remaining contestants on the DISH TV show as well.
Kelly when Ryan announced he was voted off, it seemed that the high school student was about to break into tears. But Big Mike gave him a bear hug and gave him a sweet little pep talk. Kelly pulled himself up after that and sang Fly Me to the Moon as his last performance.
It was a surprise that Casey James was named safe. He has given a lamentable performance on the performance night this week. Lets just hope that he never ever comes on stage without his guitar.
Talking about performances let us just discus Lady Gagas performance of Alejandro. She sat behind the piano clad all in black and wore a veil on her head.. But when she stepped out from behind of the piano, it was Showtime!!! She wore lingerie and full body fishnet in black (I could not take my eyes off from the DISH TV screen man! THAT is what stage presence is!!!).
Video: Lady Gaga performs Alejandro on American Idol 2010
If Lady Gaga was a scorcher on American Idol Tonight, Harry Connick Jr. played the role of a soother. He gave a memorable and respectable performance with his old school tunes just after Lady Gagas sharp performance and received a standing ovation from the audience. With his amazing performance as a mentor who dished out great advices while still managing to joke and talk to the contestants, making them feel comfortable. Not only did he talk about his wife and tell stories about his experience with Frank Sinatra but also he played instruments on stage with each of the top 5 contestants. Such a great mentor deserves a standing ovation. Dont you feel the same way?
And now the Most Important thing of all!!! The Final 4 is here! Next week, it will result into top 3! It is becoming more and tougher in each level! So, get ready to watch the shows in true to life HD entertainment with DISH Network HD channels. Choose from a wide array of DISH Network packages. Call us now @ 1-888-209-8226 (Promo: FB1010) !
Let us just sit back and enjoy quality performances and keep voting for our favorite contestants. My favorite is Lee Dewyze, who is your favorite?
Top Ten Prank Tv Shows Ever In Honor Of April Fool’s Day.
In honor of All Fool's Day, we've compiled a list of the ten best prank TV shows of all-time. If you're looking for some pranks or practical jokes to play on your friends this April Fool's, these TV shows will provide you with some great ideas. Here are the top ten prank TV shows ever:
10. Crank Yankers (Comedy Central, 2002-2005; MTV2, 2007)
Created by Jimmy Kimmel, Adam Carolla, and Daniel Kellison, Crank Yankers featured crazy puppets re-enacting actual prank phone calls turned into skits. Several comedians like Tracy Morgan, Sarah Silverman, and Jimmy Florentine lent their voices to puppets like Spoonie Luv, Hadassah Guberman, and Special Ed. If you like watching puppets and listening to crank calls, Crank Yankers is the perfect show for you.
9. Trigger Happy TV (Channel 4, 2000-2002, Comedy Central 2003)
Originally, Trigger Happy TV aired on the British Television network Channel 4 for two series. In 2003, Comedy Central aired an American version of the show with the main star of the British TV series, Dom Jolly making cameo appearances. The hidden camera comedy often featured Jolly answering a gigantic cell phone and repeatedly screaming "Hello" in public places like a restaurant or library.
8. Fonejacker (Channel 4, 2006-present)
Another British prank TV show, Fonejacker features a masked man making prank phone calls to local businesses, sometimes right across the street from the phone booth. The masked man or Fonejacker is really British actor Kayvan Novak, who disguises his voice by speaking in different accents when he makes these crank calls. Re-runs of the show aired on Comedy Central.
7. The Jamie Kennedy Experiment (WB, 2002-2004)
Not many people remember the Jamie Kennedy Experiment, possibly because it aired on the WB. JKX was different from other prank TV shows because it was a combination of reality, sketch comedy and hidden camera pranks. Jamie Kennedy disguised himself as various characters to draw unsuspecting victims or "marks" into outrageous scenarios and situations. The show's most memorable character was a rapper who tried to convince people he grew up and struggled in the streets of Malibu.
6. The Tom Green Show (MTV, 1999-2001)
After a three year run on Canadian television, The Tom Green Show moved to MTV in 1999 and became a hit with young audiences. The show was hosted by Tom Green and co-hosted by his close friend Glenn Humplik. Tom Green would often go to segments showing himself performing outrageous stunts and practical jokes designed to pushed the buttons of his targets. There was one segment on the show where he interviewed people on the street with poop on the microphone.
5. Scare Tactics (Syfy, 2003-present)
If you've never seen Scare Tactics and don't know what the show is about, think Fear Factor meets Candid Camera. On the show, Unsuspecting victims are invited or led to a specific location by their friends, where they encounter a mass murderer or aliens. After all the screaming and begging for mercy, the horrified victims are told by the actors and their friends that it was all a hoax.
4. Da Ali G Show (HBO, 2003-2006)
Sacha Baron Cohen fooled many politicians and random guests with his three characters - Ali G, Borat, and Bruno on Da Ali G Show. If you've never seen the show, Ali G is a British talk show host who speaks Ebonics in a British accent. Then there's Borat who's from Kazakhstan and hates Jewish people. And finally, there's Bruno, the gay Austrian.
3. Punk'd (MTV, 2003-2007)
Created by Ashton Kutcher, Punk'd was a hidden camera prank TV show that targeted mainly celebrities. Celebrities who unfortunately ended up being Punk'd were Kanye West, Halle Berry, and Justin Timberlake, who almost broke down in tears after believing that his house was going to be repossessed by the IRS.
2. Just For Laughs Gags (CBS Television, The Comedy Network)
A Canadian hidden camera show that is similar to Candid Camera and plays pranks on unsuspecting people passing by on the street or in public places. The show plays background music and sound effects, but doesn't contain any sound or dialogue. The pranks often include actors playing police officers and surprising drivers and pedestrians with their erratic behavior.
1. Candid Camera (Syndicated, 1948-2004)
Candid Camera is the standard by which all hidden camera television shows are judged by. Allen Funt created and produced Candid Camera, which was known as Candid Microphone in 1948. The show played pranks on ordinary people and celebrities. After Allen Funt revealed to the victims that they were a part of a practical joke, they were told to "Smile, you're on Candid Camera." Peter Funt would replace his father and host the show beginning in the late eighties. Candid Camera has inspired prank TV shows like Punk'd, Boiling Point, and Scare Tactics.
Story by Maccorley Mathieu
Starpulse contributing writer
Pa. High Schooler Aaron Kelly’s Meek Sinatra Rendition Sends Him.
'American Idol' contestants challenged by Sinatra tunes
May 4th, 2010 Sinatra tunes a challenge for 'Idol' contestantsNEW YORK Even though he's no longer around, Frank Sinatra can still intimidate. Three of the five "American Idol' contestants had trouble interpreting the crooner's biggest hits on Tuesday's show, even with the encouragement, arrangements and piano playing of Harry Connick Jr.
Glass blower booted from 'American Idol' after evening of Twain tunes; 5 finalists remain
April 28th, 2010 Glass-blower Magnus, 20, cut from 'American Idol'LOS ANGELES Siobhan Magnus really has something to scream about now. The 20-year-old glass blower with a penchant for wailing at the end of her "American Idol" performances was eliminated from the Fox singing competition Wednesday.
'American Idol' boots another finalist; 5 singers remain
April 28th, 2010 'American Idol' boots another finalistLOS ANGELES Siobhan Magnus really has something to scream about now. The eccentric 20-year-old glass blower with a penchant for wailing at the end of her "American Idol" performances was eliminated from the Fox singing competition Wednesday.
2 'American Idol' singers sent home after failing to impress with Elvis tunes; 7 remain
April 14th, 2010 2 more 'Idol' contestants sent home; 7 remainLOS ANGELES "American Idol" viewers were cruel to Andrew Garcia and Katie Stevens. The 24-year-old musician from Moreno Valley, Calif., and the 17-year-old high school student from Middlebury, Conn., received the fewest viewer votes Wednesday on the Fox singing contest.
Michael Lynche stays in 'American Idol' judges good graces with Elvis Presley song
April 13th, 2010 Michael Lynche stays in 'Idol' judges' good gracesLOS ANGELES The "American Idol" judges don't regret keeping Michael Lynche out of the jailhouse. The 26-year-old personal trainer from Queens, N.Y., hit the right notes on the Fox singing competition Tuesday with his stripped-down version of Elvis Presley's "In the Ghetto." Lynche previously impressed the panel with a dramatic rendition of The Beatles' "Eleanor Rigby" but received the fewest viewer votes last week and was subsequently saved by the judges.
Rolling Stones Songs: American Idol Tribute
March 17th, 2010 more imagesLOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- The top twelve American Idol season 9 contestants paid their musical tribute to one of the most famous bands of all time, Rolling Stones. The band which created heart touching music and changed the scenario of music, was the theme of Tuesday's American Idol season 9 performances.
Andrew Garcia On 'American Idol'
January 27th, 2010 more imagesLOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- The singing reality show, 'American Idol' has returned with an all new season 9. Like every year, this year too, the show has some exceptionally talented contestants from different backgrounds and have attracted viewers from the audition round itself.
Piers Morgan laughs off American idol reports
January 19th, 2010 LONDON - 'America's Got Talent' judge Piers Morgan has dismissed rumors that he will replace Simon Cowell on American Idol. The TV personality clarified that it will "never happen.""A report in the New York Post has me down at 2-1 favorite to replace Simon Cowell if he leaves American Idol," the Daily Express quoted him as saying.
Williams' Pal Found Hanged
December 3rd, 2009 Pop star ROBBIE WILLIAMS is "profoundly sad" after learning about a friend's apparent suicide. Aaron Vickers' body was discovered hanging from a tree on Monday (30Nov09) in Swindon, England.
Robbie Williams' pal found hanging from tree
December 2nd, 2009 WASHINGTON - Singer Robbie Williams is heartbroken after learning about his hairdresser friend's apparent suicide. Aaron Vickers, 25, was found hanging from a tree on Nov 30 in Swindon, England.
MJ's sis says he was "meek", "controlled" by staff
October 7th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Michael Jackson was often influenced and controlled by others as he was "very meek", his sister has revealed. La Toya, the sister of the late pop icon, broke down as she disclosed Jackson's staff had "controlled" him, reports the China Daily.
'American Idol' resurrects its charity program, brings back 'Idol Gives Back'
October 6th, 2009 'Idol Gives Back' coming back to 'American Idol'LOS ANGELES "Idol Gives Back" is back. Producers of "American Idol" say the show's charity effort will return next year, with "Idol Gives Back" set to air April 21.
American Idol
August 30th, 2009 more images***Exclusive***Former 'American Idol' contestant Jason Castro out shopping with his girlfriend in Hollywood.Los Angeles, California.more images
American musical theater's latest collaborators _ Twyla Tharp and Frank Sinatra
August 12th, 2009 Tharp working on Sinatra show 'Come Fly With Me'NEW YORK American musical theater's latest collaborators Twyla Tharp and Frank Sinatra. Atlanta's Alliance Theatre says it will present "Come Fly With Me" a new musical conceived, directed and choreographed by Tharp.
'American Idol' finalist Lambert gets hometown hurrah in San Diego, marching band and all
May 9th, 2009 'Idol' contestant Lambert gets hometown hurrahSAN DIEGO Adam Lambert returned to his San Diego high school in triumph, with thousands of students and fans cheering the "American Idol" finalist. The 27-year-old Lambert entered the Mt.
Harry Connick Jr Wife
Harry Connick Jr Wife:An American singer, actor, composer, and pianist. Connick has sold over 25 million albums worldwide. He is ranked among the top 60 best-selling male artists in the United States by the Recording Industry Association of America, with 16 million certified albums.He has seven top-20 U.S. albums, and ten number-one U.S. jazz albums, earning more number-one albums than any other artist in the US jazz chart history. He has won three Grammy awards and one Emmy Award. He played Graces husband Dr. Leo Markus on the TV sitcom Will & Grace from 2002 to 2006.
So its a big night, because we started with 100,000 and now we have 5. Plus, its Sinatra night, and hes like, the best EVER. He made every song his own. Oh, and its Harry Connick Jr. mentoring the Five, and man, do I love Harry Connick Jr. After Katrina, he built a boat and paddled into the Ninth Ward and saved everyone. Plus Ive seen When Harry Met Sally like a million times.
But you get a sense of how really huge it is when you see that both Rob Reiner and Anthony Hopkins are in the house. The Top 5 come out, all duded up for Sinatra and Harry. Did Casey always have a beard or is that new?
Because Harry Connick Jr. (HCJ) has literally saved lives, he has decided he is going to do all the arranging for the kids as well as mentor them. He notes that he is rich and famous and should be lying by the pool instead of actually working, and take that Shania Twain. God I love him. Hes married to a model you know.
PLUS, hes there on stage because he will be playing piano with all of them. See what I mean? You love him too, right? Lets get it on, baby, he says. I am melting. I am actually excited about tonights show.
Sinatras daughters are there too and they give Simon a real Sinatra handkerchief and Randy is beside himself mad but what can he do? Nancy Sinatra could clearly kick his ass, so he just sits.
We start with Aaron, looking very pancake-make-upped and extra Leprechaunie and he will sing Fly Me To The Moon. Lets steal Randys Tim comparison thing except call it the Aaron comparison and wow, even for an Aaron performance this is awful. Terrible! Randy and Ellen are completely insane and like it, Kara is saner and Simon is real. It was bad.
But not as bad as Casey, it turns out, who is up next, with a beard and his hair in a bun. He will sing Blue Skies. He looks so uncomfortable and awkward on the stage, and his bleat is in overdrive. He manages a nice note at the end. Im not a fan of his, but I feel bad for him. It was that bad. Bye, Casey.
Randy and Ellen are like, wow, dude that was horrible, Kara actually finally legitimatizes my bleat complaint, and Simon feels bad for him too but not so bad that he doesnt make a very cruel joke. I hope that girl hes marrying knows what shes in for. Ryan tries to help and turns to HCJ for support, but even he is like, wow, man, that was terrible. You rocked it in rehearsal though. Bye Casey.
Crystal, who rummaged through Morticia Addams closet and found a great dress, looks awesome except for the Lily feather in her ear. She will sing Summer Wind for personal reasons that are none of HCJs business. Oh, OK Siobhan. She starts sitting at the piano with him and she plucks his keys and gives him a little come hither smile. Fabulous.
But the song isnt great, she starts out rocky and too quiet and when she finally builds its almost too late. Her voice is lovely but is she nervous? No bong mic stand? The judges dont worship her for the second straight week, and she again takes on the Siobhan mantle and becomes argumentative and whiny. Not pretty or smart.
Big Mike is wearing a fedora that makes his head look so tiny it is hysterical. He will sing The Way You Look Tonight, which Kris Allen did last year. It is also the song I danced with my dad to at my wedding. So take that Mike. But you know what? Its really good. Its like an amalgamation of every performance hes done so far. I dont like Mike, but I like this. Especially compared to what weve seen so far.
Lee is going to sing Thats Life, which is a perfect song in every way, and it turns out HCJ is a little jealous of Lee because his supermodel wife thinks Lee is cute. Ha! Back off Jill Goodacre. We were here first.
They have an awesome session together, and they start out with Harry on organ and Lee sitting with him, and it doesnt start with Lees usual oops, is that the right note. It starts out great, and it gets better and better, its really great, and the kid is doing it, he is channeling that Sinatra thing that cool, that swagger, he is killing this song. He hits a great last note, and immediately goes to Harry for a hug, and HCJ is so happy for him, you can tell. The judges swoon, they die, Ellen says if it was May 25 he would win, Kara says he could win, Simon is practically crying, Lee gets another hug from HCJ, really, Im a little teary, and this is the kind of Idol moment I crave.
And honestly, I really think, in this season that has been so bad it has driven me nearly to the brink, that Lee Dewyzes performance last night may have redeemed the whole shebang for me. Thats all it takes, one magnificent break-through, and its worth all the crap weve sat through since January.
Thank you Harry Connick Jr. Thank you Lee Dewyze. Nicely played.
