I really wanted Adam Lambert to win American Idol. He took the whole formula to a new level with his creativity, style and talent. But like several of my favourites before him, he lost. Oh well. He’ll probably go on to a mega career anyway without having to sing that HORRIBLE “No Boundaries” song. Now that I think about it, maybe he’s actually a little thankful he didn’t win. What about years gone by? Which winners rocked, which flopped and who should’ve won? Much like Donovan’s ANTM winners list, here is my take on America’s Idols from worst to best.

Number 8: Taylor Hicks

Ugh. Soul Patrol my ass. I don’t even really want to talk about him. No video for you! Let’s talk about season 5’s Katharine McPhee and Chris Daughtry instead! Chris should’ve won in a close match against Katharine. His “Hemorrhage” and her “Somewhere over the Rainbow” are two of my favourite performances. He’s gone on to great success and she has turned her Idol turn into an okay singing an acting career.

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It’s that time of year again when another American Idol season is upon us. Before we crown a new winner, I thought we’d take a trip down memory lane and rank the best songs from previous Idol contestants. If American Idol didn’t exist, perhaps a few of these songs would’ve never been hits. Love it or hate it, American Idol is a huge force in the music industry and has churned out one multi-platinum artist after another.

Originally, I was going to keep it down to ten tracks, but I couldn’t narrow it down to just ten. Another thing to keep in mind while checking out the list is, I imposed a two song maximum per artist. Let’s face it, I could’ve filled the list completely from songs solely from Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood alone. Also, no coronation songs were eligible since I’m doing a post, ranking the American Idol cheesy winner’s song at a later date. Without further ado, here’s my top 15 list.

15. Crush by David Archuleta
Ewww. I can’t believe he made my list, but I have to reluctantly admit, I like this song. Though most people thought he had the competition in the bag after his “Imagine” performance, I was in the minority and hoped he wouldn’t. Despite my hate and to my surprise, I ended up liking his first post-Idol single. Turns out, I AM a teenage girl at heart.

Check it out: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6J1-eYBbspA

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Everyone’s favorite “American Idol” winner, Carrie Underwood is almost officially off the market. Mike Fisher, Underwood’s hunky professional hockey player boyfriend, announced to the Ottawa Citizen that the two lovebirds are officially engaged. Fisher popped the question yesterday, December 20th. Here’s a quote from Fisher himself:

“We’re both obviously excited and very happy and so, exciting times for sure.”

The two began dating in early 2008 and have made very few appearances together. Underwood has, however, been seen watching his games a few times. They first met when Fisher went backstage during one of Underwood’s concerts. Recently Underwood remarked that she would not move in with a man until she was married- what a good lil Christian girl. Though no official wedding date has been set, Carrie better get ready for all those toilet seat battles for the eventual merging of bathroom toiletries.

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Oh that’s right! I’ve gone and done it; compiled what I would personally claim to be the top five Country love songs of all time. Well, at least throughout my life time that is. My experience with country music spans over twenty years and stems back to my deep prairie roots, listening to these tunes on the radio in the back of my Dad’s Aerostar Minivan – Eddie Bauer Edition. Heck yeah. There’s something intrinsic in these songs that make me pause and just sit and listen. Or better yet, wish I were driving along the back road along a lake in the interior of BC with the windows down in the middle of summer and the heat pouring in to the car.

For anyone reading this, each of these songs will absolutely be played at my wedding, so for any of you gentlemen paying attention I would recommend you learn the lyrics and the two-step. You’ll need to impress my mother as well. So with no further ado, enjoy, and if you have anything to add to the list please feel free!

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Sunday night was the 2009 American Music Awards, and boy was it action packed with some amazing performances and noteworthy comeback performances. As with every award show, second in importance to the awards themselves are the outfits and red carpet fashion. This year, there were certainly some strong trends, particularly with the shoulders.

From Lady Gaga to Janet Jackson, check out the Homorazzi Fashion Police’s Red Carpet Critique of the 2009 American Music Awards by Patrick, Redd and Tommy

Arch Enemies: Fergie & Perez Hilton

Redd: Well played Fergie…. for a change she doesn’t look like a $4 hooker. I love this sparkly Giorgio Armani Privé, it’s sexy and flirty without being too vulgar. Wow! Did douchebag Perez lose some weight? He does look good and he looks cleaner with the bleached blond hair rather than his usual Koolaid colored hair. I really don’t have much to say about the suit I don’t hate it but I don’t love it either kinda like Brussel sprouts.

Patrick: Fergie looks Fergilicious and has certainly got that Boom Boom Boom. Way to show up your McGolden Arch rival Perez Hilton in his Jay Manuel inspired look. Maybe he’s trying to send Tyra a message. I only have one photo in my hand Perez and you are NOT it.

Tommy D: Imagine two of the tackiest people in the world. Then imagine that they actually don’t look too bad! Fergie (who is me, if I were a woman) looks pretty dope. I love her brown hair SO much more. And Perez looks pretty good here. I can’t believe I’m going to say this, but he looks sort of handsome. SORT OF…but not really.

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UPDATE Sept 3, 2009: A version of her new single Cowboy Casanova was leaked online yesterday so Carrie Underwood rushed out the first single and posted it on YouTube. It’s a bit more rocker that I would’ve expected from her. Does it have hit written all over it?

On November 3 Carrie Underwood will release her third album since winning American Idol Season 4 in 2005. Where did the time go? Since her win, the 26 year old country singer has sold millions of records. For her debut album Some Hearts, she sold over 7 million while her follow up garnered 3 million in sales. Not one to rest on her laurels, Underwood is working hard prepping her third offering, Play On. Once again she has collaborated with Mark Bright who has had a hand in producing both her first two albums. Bright is a hit-making machine in the country world, having made hit albums for Rascal Flatts, Sara Evans and Trisha Yearwood to name a few.

Hoping to add perhaps a pop feel to her new album, Underwood has enlisted renowned Swedish producer Max Martin to produce a track for her upcoming album. Max Martin is the genius behind some of the most infectious songs of our time such as: Kelly Clarkson’s “My Life Would Suck Without You” and “Since U Been Gone“; Britney Spears “Baby One More Time“; Katy Perry’s “I Kissed A Girl“; and Pink’s “So What“. He’s also worked with Avril Lavigne, Sugababes, The Veronicas, Backstreet Boys, Bon Jovi and Daughtry. Does the collaboration mean Underwood is moving into the pop world or is Martin taking a stab with country music. Only time will tell what the two come up with. In fact, the track might not even make the album according to Sony Music Nashville, Joe Galante. He stated they haven’t heard the track as of yet and the track’s eventual placement is still up in the air.

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Jason Mraz’s catchy little song “I’m Yours” has broken one of the most prestigious records on the Billboard Charts this week. His self-proclaimed “happy liitle hippie song” which has been on the charts for 70 weeks has now become the longest-running song on the Hot 100 chart in Billboard’s 51 year history. Somewhere out there Leann Rimes is jumping off a bridge as her ubiquitous “How Do I Live” which held the previous record at 69 weeks since 1988 has been regulated to runner-up status. Other long-running songs include Jewel’s “Foolish Games” at 65 weeks, Carrie Underwood’s “Before He Cheats” at 64 weeks, Lifehouse’s “You and Me” at 62 weeks and Los del Rio’s nightmare-of-a-song “Macarena” at 60 weeks.

Who knew that a song with such minimal production would’ve lasted this long and stayed popular. It’s longevity can partly be attributed to multiformat airplay. It’s the only track to reach No. 1 on four radio-based charts- Mainstream Top 40, Adult Contemporary, Adult top 40 and Triple A. In addition, it has also appeared on Latin Pop, Smooth Jazz and debuts on Rhythmic stations this week. Mraz has stated before that the reason for the song’s multi-genre appeal is that it borrows from every one of those formats- in essence, it’s genre-less.

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Let me preface this post by saying that I am an UBER Lambert fan…I think we’re called GALMBERTS correct? I caught on a bit late this season, but have never jumped on a bandwagon faster than I did the Adam Lambert bandwagon. Yes he’s gorgeous, yes he’s a sister, but the bottom line to all of this is…YES HE CAN SING!

Sadly, that isn’t the only thing that is going to matter in this year’s Idol decision. It’s true that it’s not all about the voice. You need stage presence, a good look, you gotta be charming and approachable. Check all four for Adam Lambert. He’s got it all, but he’s also got one more thing…

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I have some amazing news. I have a new boyfriend! We are so happy together I can’t even tell you…except for one little thing. He doesn’t know it yet! HA!

I’ve been seeing people’s status updates, and reading blogs and news articles about Idol’s ADAM LAMBERT, what was the big deal? I mean, was that show any good anymore? I stopped watching Idol after the first season, and didn’t really care for anyone after that really. The only ones that have any kind of career are Kelly Clarkson (Season 1 ) and Carrie Underwood (Season 4 was it?). Everyone else was kind of dumb. Clay should’ve won season 2, Archuletta should’ve won his season, Katherine McPhee should’ve won hers. I just lost complete interest in that show.

Enter Adam Lambert. Holy Fack!

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