-
'American Idol' will crown its final winner this week -- but who released the best coronation song? We ranked and reviewed all 14 tracks ahead of this week's finale. -
'American Idol' Alum Caleb Johnson Leaving Interscope Records
The most recent winner of American Idol (at least until Season 14 wraps up soon), Caleb Johnson, has announced plans for a new album and, more interestingly, a new record label. The performer made it clear during an interview with Billboard that he would be cutting ties with Interscope after releasing his debut Testify, the record required as part of the winning the television vocal competition. He didn't exactly mince words when describing his time at the major label. -
Phillip Phillips Wants Out of 'American Idol,' 19 Entertainment Contract: "Raging Fire" Singer Claims Oppression
Phillip Phillips went from just a dude with the same name twice to a major player in the pop music world overnight when he won season 11 of American Idol with his coronation single "Home." But now -- less than three years after winning the show over Jessica Sanchez -- Phillips wants out of his Idol contract, calling his deal with 19 Entertainment "oppressive" in a new lawsuit. -
Carrie Underwood, Kelly Clarkson Top 'American Idol' Highest Earners List for 2015
There's no denying that American Idol has been able to make some major stars throughout its 13 seasons. From Carrie Underwood to Kelly Clarkson to Adam Lambert, the reality competition has been a major launching pad for the U.S. music scene in the last decade. And now, following the premiere of American Idol's 14th season, Forbes has released its annual list of the top-earning alums from the long-running program. -
'American Idol' Champ Phillip Phillips Gets Engaged to Longtime Girlfriend Hannah Blackwell on Christmas
Phillip Phillips got engaged to longtime girlfriend Hannah Blackwell on Christmas. The American Idol champion popped the question over the holiday and Blackwell said "yes." The pair took to social media to share their excitement with fans. -
Coldplay and Brantley Gilbert Both Top 200,000 in Sales during First Week on Billboard 200
Anyone worried about the continuing degrading of album sales can breathe easy this week. Two huge releases didn't quite compete for the top spot, but they did set a Billboard total sales mark for 2014. -
'American Idol' season 13 recap: Top 11 won't include Emily Piriz after so-so performance
For two weeks in a row, American Idol has sent home one of its female contestants. After a "Home" themed live show last night (March 5) full of largely so-so performances, Latina Emily Piriz was sent back to Florida. -
REVIEW: Phillip Phillips returns to familiar territory with new single 'Raging Fire' [LISTEN]
Phillip Phillips is continuing his quest to blend together the music of Mumford & Sons and The Dave Matthews Band on his new single. Yesterday (March 3), the season 11 American Idol winner released the lead single "Raging Fire" from his upcoming album, and the track is exactly what Phillips fans have grown to expect. -
Carrie Underwood, Kelly Clarkson top highest paid 'American Idol' alums on verge of Season 13 debut
On the verge of another American Idol competition (Season 13 begins tonight), it doesn't hurt to go back and see how the previous contestants are holding up. Forbes has done all of the legwork already, ranking the Top 10 (11, when you consider ties) highest earning Idol alumni of 2013. Carrie Underwood is out front, and out front by a lot.
Popular Now
-
Diddy-Dirty Money's Kalenna Harper Defends Diddy, Calls Dawn Richard 'Weird' and Cassie 'Naive'
-
7 Relaxing Songs Perfect For Sunset Drives: 'Sunflower,' 'Beautiful People,' Come With Me,' More!
-
Sophie Turner Shares What Went Wrong With Joe Jonas and Their 'Incredibly Sad' Split
-
Charli XCX's 'Brat Summer' Lives On as Dictionary Crowns It the 'Word of the Year'
-
DJ Envy Blasted For Dressing His 8-Year-Old Daughter in Racy Lil' Kim Halloween Costume
