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Jennifer Hudson Rumored To Join ‘American Idol’ As Judge

Jennifer Hudson may be returning to the show that launched her into the spotlight, that is if reports of her signing on as a judge for next season of American Idol are true.

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102 Days Of Summer Concerts

The summer concert calendar is the hottest it’s been in years!

2013/05/23

Candice Glover Crowned New ‘American Idol’ As Finale Ratings Hit All-Time Low

The first all-female AI finale in nine years crowned a winner, Candice Glover, but the Season 12 finale still didn’t rack up the numbers.

2013/05/17

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Randy Jackson Steps Down As ‘American Idol’ Judge, Who’s Next?

After making the careers of artists like Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood, longtime American Idol judge Randy Jackson announced Thursday (May 9) that he will not be returning as a judge next season.

2013/05/10

Phillip Phillips Cancels Remaining Tour Dates ‘Due To Doctor’s Orders’

Phillip Phillips is headed “Home” mid-tour due to ongoing health problems. Following doctor’s orders, the American Idol announced Monday (May 6) that he is cancelling the remaining nine dates of his current college tour.

2013/05/07

American Idol Season 5 winner Taylor Hicks stopped by Jen & Tim in the morning on New102.

Taylor Ten With Taylor Hicks!

We asked Taylor Hicks 10 questions, hear how he answered!

2013/04/11

Judging The Judges: Star Power Alone Can’t Revive ‘American Idol’ Ratings

The early- to mid-2000s were a simpler time in music. Rock music was actually thing on popular radio. Production on hit singles was often stripped down nearly to its core rather than with bombastic synths […]

2013/03/29

In Honor Of Mariah Carey’s Birthday, Watch Her Rise To Fame

It’s Mariah Carey’s 43rd birthday today and while we’ve enjoyed watching her on American Idol this season, we really want to celebrate the singer herself, who’s been in this business for nearly half her life. […]

2013/03/27

Phillip Phillips Is Already Gearing Up For Second Album

Phillip Phillips only released his debut album, The World From the Side of the Moon, four months ago, but he’s already thinking about its follow-up. The American Idol winner told Billboard that he plans to […]

2013/03/25

Kelly Clarkson Refuses “To Be Bullied” By Industry Titan

Clive Davis, record industry mogul and the man who takes credit for finding and grooming artists like Whitney Houston, Alicia Keys, Janis Joplin, Jennifer Hudson and many more, finds himself in Kelly Clarkson’s crosshairs. Davis […]

2013/02/19

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