American Idol

Didi Benami worked with Jason Reeves

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Didi Benami’s performance of “Terrified” on the February 9th episode of American Idol may be gaining her some fans, but there’s something she left out. The song “Terrified” is written by Kara DioGuardi (which Didi mentioned) and Jason Reeves. Jason Reeves is a songwriter who has worked with Colbie Caillat, Demi Lovato, and Katharine McPhee. On Didi’s MySpace, she mentions that she has worked with Jason before, stating, “Special Thanks to Jason Reeves for being a magical genius collaborator. I look forward to seeing you again soon…and keep the magic flowing….”
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Ellen DeGeneres Boosts Fox’s Ratings on American Idol 2010

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When FOX announced Ellen DeGeneres was coming in to replace Paula Abdul on American Idol,  so many people claimed to NEVER watch the show again. well figures speaks for itself,  since 28 million viewers tuned in to see her debut Tuesday night.  This was the largest number since the season premiere.  In fact, it is the largest viewing in two years that didn’t include the finale or debut.

American Idol Hollywood Round 1 Full Recap

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American Idol Season 9 Episode 9, Best of the Rest full recap:

A total of 95 people successfully went through in the first Hollywood Round on “American Idol”. On Tuesday, February 9 night Ellen DeGeneres made her debut selecting those whom Simon Cowell, Kara DioGuardi, Randy Jackson and celebrity guest judges gave a second chance at the audition tour.

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American Idol Best of the Rest Full Recap

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American Idol Season 9 Episode 9, Best of the Rest full recap:

Jessica Furney, 20, a caregiver, Wamego, KS, auditioned last year singing Janis Joplin, but after a makeover, she decides to sing Footprints In the Sand, co-written by Simon Cowell, but claims she’s not doing it just becuase of that. She sounds really good, and much better than she did doing Joplin. Simon admits it’s a beautiful song, and Victoria wants to know why he’s never written any more songs, saying it’s beautiful. But he won’t answer, saying it’s embarrassing. Regardless, Jessica is in with four yeses.
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Ellen Degeneres on American Idol Road to Hollywood Preview

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Ellen DeGeneres and her funny were given the first look at the preview of “American Idol” next week. “You frightened me. You were stalking us. You were like a leopard behind a cage,” the new permanent judge told a contestant during a Hollywood week episode that will air on February 9.
From the auditions, 181 people advanced to Hollywood. The Hollywood Round is divided into four parts and Top 24, consisting of 12 guys and 12 girls will be revealed on February 17. Audience will then be able to vote starting February 23 when the girls perform live for the first time.

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