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American Idols Live! Tour 2009
The American Idols Live! Tour 2009 was a summer concert tour in the United States and Canada that featured the top 10 contestants of the eighth season of American Idol. The 52 date tour started on July 5, 2009 in Portland, Oregon and ended on September 15, 2009 in Manchester, New Hampshire. Performers Setlist *Michael Sarver - " In Love with a Girl" ( Gavin DeGraw), " Closer" (Ne-Yo) *Megan Joy - " Put Your Records On" (Corinne Bailey Rae), "Tears Dry on Their Own" (Amy Winehouse) *Scott MacIntyre - " Bend and Break" ( Keane), "A Thousand Miles" (Vanessa Carlton) *Lil Rounds - "Be Without You"/"Just Fine" (Mary J. Blige), " No One" (Alicia Keys) and "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)" (Beyoncé Knowles) *Anoop Desai - " Always on My Mind" (Willie Nelson), " Mad" (Ne-Yo) and "My Prerogative" (Bobby Brown) *Matt Giraud - " Hard to Handle" (Otis Redding/The Black Crowes), "Georgia on My Mind" (Ray Charles) and "You Found Me" (The Fray) *Group medley - Megan & Lil "Can't Take My ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
American Idol
''American Idol'' is an American singing competition television series created by Simon Fuller, produced by Fremantle North America and 19 Entertainment, and distributed by Fremantle North America. It aired on Fox from June 11, 2002, to April 7, 2016, for 15 seasons. It was on hiatus for two years until March 11, 2018, when a revival of the series began airing on ABC. It started as an addition to the '' Idols'' format that was based on ''Pop Idol'' from British television, and became one of the most successful shows in the history of American television. The concept of the series involves discovering recording stars from unsigned singing talents, with the winner determined by American viewers using phones, Internet, and SMS text voting. The winners of the first twenty seasons, as chosen by viewers, are Kelly Clarkson, Ruben Studdard, Fantasia Barrino, Carrie Underwood, Taylor Hicks, Jordin Sparks, David Cook, Kris Allen, Lee DeWyze, Scotty McCreery, Phillip Philli ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
In Love With A Girl
"In Love with a Girl" is a song recorded by American singer Gavin DeGraw and was released as the lead single from DeGraw's self-titled second studio album, released on February 5, 2008. A previously-unreleased alternate version produced by Max Martin, who "initially worked on the song", was included on DeGraw's 2014 compilation '' Finest Hour: The Best of Gavin DeGraw''. Music video The music video premiered on March 25, 2008, on Yahoo! Music. Kristin Cavallari plays his love interest in the video, which opens with a big-box store (Sears) closing while Kristin hides out of sight under a kiosk. She then receives a text message saying "I'm Here XOXO", and then opens the door to her mysterious boyfriend, later revealed to be DeGraw. Together, they then wander aimlessly around the mall, video taping their antics while simultaneously avoiding a security guard who is working the night shift. Scenes are also included with DeGraw playing the piano while his band, including his tour ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Just Fine
"Just Fine" is a song by the American singer Mary J. Blige. It was written by Blige, Terius "The-Dream" Nash, Jazze Pha and Tricky Stewart for her eighth studio album, ''Growing Pains'' (2007), while production was helmed by Pha and Stewart. It was released as the album's lead single in October 16, 2007. The song peaked at number 22 on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100 and number 16 on the UK Singles Chart, while also topping the US Hot Dance Club Play chart. Critically acclaimed, "Just Fine" was nominated in the Best Female R&B Vocal Performance category at the 50th Annual Grammy Awards, held February 2008, as well as the Grammy for Best Remixed Recording, Non-Classical at the 51st Grammy Awards in February 2009. In addition, the song was ranked 41st on ''Rolling Stones list of the 100 Best Songs of 2007. Plus it was featured on the 2008 compilation album '' Now That’s What I Call Music! 27''. [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Be Without You
"Be Without You" is a song by American recording artist Mary J. Blige. It was written by Johnta Austin, Bryan Michael Cox, Jason Perry, and Blige for her seventh studio album, '' The Breakthrough'' (2005). Production was helmed by Cox and Young Smoke, while vocal production was overseen by Ron Fair and Blige. It was released as the album's first official single on November 14, 2005. Ranking among the most played songs on US radio in the year 2006, the single was certified double-platinum by the RIAA in 2007. In March 2017, ''Billboard'' ranked "Be Without You" as the most successful R&B/Hip-Hop Song of all time. "Be Without You" is also one of Mary J. Blige's most successful singles to date, peaking at number three on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100. The song was nominated for Record of the Year and Song of the Year and won the Best R&B Song and Best Female R&B Vocal Performance categories at the 2007 Grammy Awards. Background "Be Without You" is a contemporary R&B and hip hop ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vanessa Carlton
Vanessa Lee Carlton (born August 16, 1980) is an American singer-songwriter and pianist. Upon completion of her education at the School of American Ballet, Carlton chose to pursue singing instead, performing in New York City bars and clubs while attending college. Three months after recording a demo with producer Peter Zizzo, she signed with A&M Records. Her debut single, "A Thousand Miles", reached the top five on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 in 2002. Her debut album, '' Be Not Nobody'', followed and received a platinum certification in the United States. Her subsequent albums, ''Harmonium'' (2004) and ''Heroes & Thieves'' (2007), failed to match the commercial success of the first. She produced a fourth album, '' Rabbits on the Run'' (2011), independently before seeking a record label to release it. Carlton released a Christmas EP titled ''Hear the Bells'' in November 2012, and released her fifth studio album, '' Liberman'', on October 23, 2015. Life and career Childhood and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
A Thousand Miles
"A Thousand Miles" (originally titled "Interlude") is the debut single by American pop singer Vanessa Carlton. Produced by Curtis Schweitzer and Ron Fair, the song was released as the lead single for Carlton's album '' Be Not Nobody'' (2002). First released to US radio in February 2002, it became Carlton's biggest hit in the United States and her only single to reach the top 10 of the ''Billboard'' Hot 100, peaking at number five. The song also experienced commercial success worldwide, reaching number one in Australia, the top five in Ireland, and the top 10 in the United Kingdom, France, Italy, and the Netherlands. Background "A Thousand Miles" is a piano-driven pop song supported by a string orchestral arrangement. Carlton says that the song was inspired by a crush she had on a Juilliard student (who is now a "very famous actor") whom she met while she was attending The School of American Ballet.Moss, Corey"Road To The Grammys: The Making Of Vanessa Carlton's 'A Thousand M ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Keane (band)
Keane are an English alternative rock band from East Sussex, formed in 1995. They met while at Tonbridge School together. The band currently comprises Tom Chaplin (lead vocals, electric/acoustic guitar), Tim Rice-Oxley (piano, synthesisers, bass guitar, backing vocals), Richard Hughes (drums, percussion, backing vocals), and Jesse Quin (bass guitar, acoustic/electric guitar, backing vocals). Their original line-up included founder and guitarist Dominic Scott, who left in 2001. Keane achieved mainstream, international success with the release of their debut album ''Hopes and Fears'' in 2004. Topping the UK charts, the album won the 2005 Brit Award for Best British Album and was the second best-selling British album of 2004. It is one of the best-selling albums in UK chart history. Their second album, ''Under the Iron Sea'', released in 2006, topped the UK album charts and debuted at number four on the US ''Billboard'' 200. Their third album '' Perfect Symmetry'' was releas ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bend And Break
"Bend and Break" is a song performed and composed by English rock band Keane, released as the fifth and final single from their debut album ''Hopes and Fears''. Track listing #"Bend and Break" #" On a Day Like Today" #"Allemande (Live)" #"Bend and Break" (live video) Basto Re-mix (26 August 2013) #"Bend and Break" (Basto Re-Mix) Chart performance See also *List of songs by Keane This is a list of songs released and unreleased by English band Keane. Original songs Cover songs *" Do They Know It's Christmas?" (Band Aid 20, Chaplin and Rice-Oxley's contribution) *" Early Winter" (co-written for Gwen Stefani) *" Goodb ... References External linksOfficial website 2005 singles [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Amy Winehouse
Amy Jade Winehouse (14 September 1983 – 23 July 2011) was an English singer and songwriter. She was known for her deep, expressive contralto vocals and her eclectic mix of musical genres, including soul, rhythm and blues and jazz. A member of the National Youth Jazz Orchestra during her youth, Winehouse signed to Simon Fuller's 19 Management in 2002 and soon recorded a number of songs before signing a publishing deal with EMI. She also formed a working relationship with producer Salaam Remi through these record publishers. Winehouse's debut album, '' Frank'', was released in 2003. Many of the album's songs were influenced by jazz and, apart from two covers, were co-written by Winehouse. ''Frank'' was a critical success in the UK and was nominated for the Mercury Prize. The song " Stronger Than Me" won her the Ivor Novello Award for Best Contemporary Song from the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers, and Authors. Winehouse released her follow-up album, '' Back to ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tears Dry On Their Own
"Tears Dry on Their Own" is a song by English singer and songwriter Amy Winehouse from her second and final studio album, ''Back to Black'' (2006). It was released on 13 August 2007 as the album's fourth single. While the melody and lyrics are composed by Winehouse, the music behind her voice is an interpolation of Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell's 1967 song "Ain't No Mountain High Enough", penned by Ashford & Simpson. The original ballad version of the track is featured on the posthumous album '' Lioness: Hidden Treasures'' (2011). The song was featured in the documentary film based on the life and death of Winehouse, '' Amy'' (2015) and was also included on the film's soundtrack. Composition "Tears Dry on Their Own" has been described by ''NME'' as a " Motown-influenced pop song", while Billy Hamilton of '' Drowned in Sound'' believed the song to be a soul song. Music video Tears Dry on Their Own's music video was shot in Los Angeles, and directed by David LaChapelle on 22 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Corinne Bailey Rae
Corinne Jacqueline Bailey Rae (; born 26 February 1979) is an English singer and songwriter. She is best known for her 2006 single "Put Your Records On". Bailey Rae was named the number-one predicted breakthrough act of 2006 in an annual BBC poll of music critics, Sound of 2006. She released her debut album, '' Corinne Bailey Rae'', in February 2006, and became the fourth female British act in history to have her first album debut at number one. In 2007, Bailey Rae was nominated for three Grammy Awards and three Brit Awards, and won two MOBO Awards. In 2008, she won a Grammy Award for Album of the Year (for her work as a featured artist in Herbie Hancock's '' River: The Joni Letters'').EMI Artists and Songwriters Among Winners at ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Put Your Records On
"Put Your Records On" is a song by English singer Corinne Bailey Rae from her self-titled debut studio album (2006). Written by Bailey Rae, John Beck, and Steve Chrisanthou, it was released as the album's second single in February and early March 2006 throughout Europe and as the lead single in North America. "Put Your Records On" was a commercial success, topping the UK R&B Chart and peaking at number two on UK Singles Chart. It was nominated for Record of the Year and Song of the Year at the 2007 Grammy Awards. A cover by American indie rock project Ritt Momney, released in 2020, became a commercial success after going viral on TikTok. Song information The opening verse of the track pays homage to "Three Little Birds" by Bob Marley and the Wailers. Produced by Steve Chrisanthou, "Put Your Records On" entered and peaked at number two on the UK Singles Chart on 26 February 2006 – for the week ending dated 4 March 2006 – beaten to the top by " Sorry" by Madonna. It topped ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
