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Chris Medina: Too Good for American Idol?
Posted by K.C. Morgan Categories: Artist News, Music Videos, Videos, iTunes, New Releases,
Funny how some things work out. Chris Medina, the American Idol contestant who grabbed so much attention from viewers (and Jennifer Lopez, who broke down when she eliminated him from the show), is a bona fide recording artist.
He doesn’t have to wait around for some reality competition to finish. The day following his televised elimination from the show, Medina debuted a brand-new single on iTunes, “What Are Words,” which you can hear in the video above. The entire song is based on the gut-wrenching, heart-twisting story Medina shared with the Idol judges at his first audition for the show.
Medina’s production company is 19 Recordings. But… wait! Isn’t 19 Recordings the same company that produces all the American Idols? Now, you’re catching on.
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| Los Angeles Times
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Kara DioGuardi, Jewel Tapped for Bravo Songwriting Series
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Gossip,
Kara DioGuardi may not be a part of American Idol any longer, but she is definitely not hurting for a TV job.
It’s just been announced that DioGuardi has been tapped to play head judge on a brand new series for Bravo. The program will focus on an angle of music recently addressed by Elton John: songwriting.
Going Platinum, which will be similar to many of the network’s hit reality shows, will follow 12 musicians as they are tested through a variety of challenges and genres. The winner, as determined by a panel of judges, will receive a number of prizes including deals with Sony and RCA/Jive. They will also receive a $100,000 cash prize.
DioGuardi, who was best known for her songwriting prior to her time on Idol, says she is looking forward to the new gig.
“Hit songs are the backbone of the music industry, and as a publisher, nothing excites me more than finding new songwriting talent,” Kara said in a statement. “I am happy to be a part of a show that helps up and coming songwriters pursue their dreams, while giving the public a look into the creative process.”
The 10-episode series – hosted by singer Jewel -- will debut sometime next year.
Read More | Entertainment Weekly