Emeli Sandé’s legal first name is Adele. She claims it isn’t a common name back in the UK. “That’s why it was so weird,” she explained on “The Ralphie Show,” referring to her connection with THE Adele, surname Adkins. “Maybe three years ago someone said, ‘Oh there’s this new singer Adele and she’s getting bigger… Read more »
Posts Categorized: American Idol Season 12
INTERVIEW: ‘Idol’ Contestant Claims Producers Fixed Show
Curtis Finch Jr. was the first of the five men to be eliminated in succession on “American Idol” this season. Just in case any fans or “Idol” staffers forgot about him since the March 14, he quickly reminded them that he’s still around – and a bit skeptical about how the season unfolded. “I think… Read more »
American Idol Finale: Day 3
On the red carpet for the “American Idol” finale, eventual winner Candice Glover talks about inspiring others with her confidence, and Scotty McCreery gets a hello from Sir Anthony Hopkins, who apparently is a big “Idol” fan!
American Idol Finale: Day 2
Photos, video, and interviews from day 2 of “The Ralphie Show” live backstage at the “American Idol” season 12 finale.
American Idol Finale: Day 1
Interviews, photos, and video from day one of “The Ralphie Show” broadcasting live at the finale for “American Idol” season 12.
INTERVIEW: ‘Idol’ Aubrey Cleland on Judges, Tour, Top 3
Aubrey Cleland achieved “a first” in the 12 season run of “American Idol.” This year, the fans were able to save one contestant through a special AT&T vote so that they could tour with the top 10 finalists. Cleland will travel the country with her fellow “Idols” for 40 dates in the U.S., starting next… Read more »
INTERVIEW: ‘Idol’ Finalist Janelle Arthur Stops By ‘The Ralphie Show’ After Elimination
“American Idol” Top 5 Finalist Janelle Evans stopped by “The Ralphie Show” during her media day in New York following Thursday’s elimination episode. Naturally, we found out that she was most nervous every week to sing in front of Keith Urban. We didn’t find out much else when it came to the judges, specifically Nicki… Read more »
NOTES: ‘American Idol’ Season 12, Episode 6
– I haven’t been impressed with the talent this season. Sorry, but even though he had a solid second song, I’m not sure Karl Skinner gets a golden ticket in another season. Then again, I wasn’t a fan of Phillip Phillips audition – and given the recent track record of white dudes with guitars –… Read more »
NOTES: ‘American Idol’ Season 12, Episode 5
– Vincent Powell kind of reminded me of last season’s Heejun Han – sometimes you can’t judge a book by its cover! – I think if anything is obvious regarding the critiques that the four judges give, it’s that Nicki Minaj isn’t landing an A&R gig off her commentary. Maybe a spot on Fashion Police,… Read more »
NOTES: ‘American Idol’ Season 12, Episode 4
– Props (no pun intended) to Megan Miller who overcame a messed up leg and crutches to sing in front of four celebrity judges. Hopefully she isn’t lugging those through “Hollywood Week.” – Keith Urban with the line of the show about Miller: “I thought she was going to sing ‘Lean on Me.’” You can… Read more »