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20 million American Idol viewers to see 2009 Ford Focus coupe

With American Idol getting around 20 million viewers on a Wednesday night show, it’s the perfect time for a company to show off a new product and this is just what Ford are doing for the first time on prime time television. The May 14 show of American Idol will also debut the 2009 Ford Focus coupe, updates to this new Focus coupe have been designed with help from customer feedback and they include standard 17-inch aluminum wheels on the SES series, a new roof-line spoiler, new front and rear fascias. On the performance side, the 2009 Ford Focus coupe four-speed automatic transmission will have a quicker acceleration thanks to a new final drive ratio and the 5-speed manual versions will get increased horsepower.

The new 2009-coupe model can only make the Focus 88 percent increase in retail sales over the last year improve. Having had a small car for the last two years, I can agree that small cars today are not like they were before, they make more use of the limited space and have a lot more horse power for their size. The Ford Focus is much of the same; it’s a little car that delivers in a big way for customers. The 35-mpg is nice on the pocket, a sportier coupe and the SYNC feature is one that makes you love Ford. If you watch FOX’s Wednesday broadcast of American Idol, you will see the 45-second music video that shows the remaining contestants and a new Focus coupe. Let us know what you think of the show and new ford.

American Idol: Michael Johns Eliminated

Last night on American Idol Carly Smithson and Syesha Mercado and Michael Johns were in the bottom three but it was Michael Johns who was Eliminated from the contest.

American Idol host Ryan Seacrest has often come up with some very shocking ways to reveal which contestants has been eliminated on American Idol but last night it seems that it could have been his most shocking one yet. Ryan said that “That means Michael has the lowest number of votes this week. Now, last year during Idol Gives Back, we didn’t eliminate anybody at this stage of the competition. Tonight, we’re going to say goodbye to Michael Johns.”

Do you agree with the way Michael was eliminated?

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New American Idol McDonald’s toy will become America’s favorite Happy Meal superstar

McDonald’s invites American families to pick which new “American Idol” Happy Meal toy will become America’s favorite Happy Meal superstar. Inspired by one of the nation’s most popular television shows, the new “American Idol” Happy Meal provides young guests with one of eight musical toys, each representing a favorite music genre, available with the purchase of a Happy Meal at participating McDonald’s restaurants, while supplies last.

From today through May 8, McDonald’s customers can visit www.happymeal.com to choose their favorite new “American Idol”-inspired Happy Meal toy. Both fun and hip, the McDonald’s new Happy Meal toy collection showcases various music personalities. Each toy plays a tune within the genre of the music their character represents: groove to disco songs with Disco Dave, line dance with Country Clay, rock out with Rockin’ Riley or vibe to the beat with Lil’ Hip Hop. Make a melody with Hippie Harmony, sing along with New Wave Nigel, jam with Soulful Selma or kick it with Punky Pete! America’s favorite “American Idol” Happy Meal toy will be announced during the week of May 5 at www.happymeal.com.

“McDonald’s and ‘American Idol’ are celebrating all kinds of music styles that each member of the family – kids of all ages – can connect with through the fun of these ‘American Idol’-inspired Happy Meal toys,” said Rebecca Anderson, Manager of Family Marketing for McDonald’s USA. “We strive to bring exciting and enjoyable experiences as well as quality food choices to families. The new ‘American Idol’ Happy Meal collection is the perfect fit for our customers.”

David Luner, Senior Vice President Interactive & Consumer Products for FremantleMedia Enterprises in North America, owner of the “American Idol” brand added, “This is a marriage of two American icons. Much like the show, the ‘American Idol’ Happy Meal promotion puts the power of choice into the hands of the people and we’re excited to see which character is selected.”

McDonald’s is also again offering a chance to experience “American Idol” firsthand at www.happymeal.com with the McDonald’s Happy Meal American Idol “You’re Going to Hollywood” Sweepstakes. Guests will have a chance to win one of two prizes that each include a, three-day and two-night trip for four to Los Angeles, California to attend either the May 20th performance show or the May 21st taping of the season finale results show of “American Idol” Season 7, Sponsor’s choice. No purchase necessary. Many will enter. Two will win. Internet access and valid email address required. To enter the sweepstakes and obtain complete details and official rules, visit www.happymeal.com.

The “American Idol” Happy Meal toys are recommended for children over the age of three. McDonald’s restaurants also offer Happy Meal toys suitable for children under age three to customers upon request.

McDonald’s guests have the opportunity to enjoy food choices with their Happy Meals including Apple Dippers (fresh, peeled apple slices) served with low-fat caramel dipping sauce, and beverage choices including low-fat white Milk Jugs, served in easy to handle containers.

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McDonald’s Happy Meal toys from American Idol

The latest McDonald’s Happy Meal products will soon be featuring toys from the hit television show American Idol. The collection will include eight toys and they play a tune within the genre of the music their character represents: groove to disco songs with Disco Dave, line dance with Country Clay, rock out with Rockin’ Riley or vibe to the beat with Lil’ Hip Hop. Make a melody with Hippie Harmony, sing along with New Wave Nigel, jam with Soulful Selma or kick it with Punky Pete!

In conjunction with the new Happy Meal toy collection, McDonald’s customers can visit www.happymeal.com to choose their favorite new American Idol-inspired Happy Meal character. America’s choice will be announced during the week of May 5 on the Web site.

In addition, McDonald’s is also again offering a chance for consumers to experience American Idol firsthand at www.happymeal.com with the McDonald’s Happy Meal American Idol “You’re Going to Hollywood” Sweepstakes. Guests will have a chance to win one of two prizes that each includes a three-day and two-night trip for four to Los Angeles, California to attend a taping of one of the season finale results show of American Idol Season 7, Sponsor’s choice.

We will update you when we get photos of new American Idol Happy Meal toy collection, join our RSS Feed for updates.

American Idol: Top 8 Revealed

Last night 20 year old Ramiele Malubay was the fourth finalist to be eliminated from American Idol’s seventh season

Ramiele sang “Do I Ever Cross Your Mind” judge Randy Jackson said that “It was kind of alright. You showed some signs of strength right there conviction; I thought it was a pretty good performance. I’m going to say a six-and-a-half out of 10.”

Judge Paula Abdul called it “a great minute-and-30-seconds”.

Simon said “Look, we’re not going to remember this in 10-years time are we. It was cute. You sang it quite well. Overall, I thought it was forgettable and I think it was very reminiscent of something you would see and hear on a cruise ship if you want my honest opinion.”

American Idol’s Top 8 are as follows:
Michael Johns, David Archuleta, David Cook, Jason Castro, Carly Smithson, Brooke White, Kristy Lee Cook and Syesha Mercado.

It’s said that on Thursday another finalist will be eliminated from the competition based on home viewer votes, revealing the Top 7 finalists.

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American Idol Star David Cook rushed to hospital

It has been reported that American Idol contestant David Cook was rushed to hospital Tuesday night after experiencing heart palpitations and high blood pressure.

According to TMZ David was not feeling well in the day and he got worse after his performance. The show medics found out that his blood pressure was way too high and drove him to hospital where he was then treated by a private doctor.

While David was at the hospital the doctor gave him medication to bring his blood pressure down and released him a few hours later but his condition is still not resolved.

An executive of American Idol said that David has been stressed out because his brother, who has cancer, had a setback within the last week.

Let’s hope that David and his brother start to feel better soon.

Kimberly Locke returns to American Idol

Kimberly Locke returned to American Idol on Wednesday night and gave a live performance of her song “Fall” from her second solo album.

Kimberly finished third place on Season Two of American Idol.

In her video montage, Kimberly showed us what all she has been up to including the production of two albums and the opening of a restaurant in New York City called Croton Falls.

Check out the video below of her performance on Wednesday night

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American Idol Video: David Cook sings Billy Jean, nothing like Michael Jackson

David Cook from American Idol might be a good singer but having listened to Michael Jackson a lot while growing up, hearing him try and sing Billy Jean was a nightmare. The song did not suit him at all, he tried to sing it in his own way but it failed for me. Although I must admit, most people feel that David Cook made the evening.

Watch the video below and let us know what you think of David Cook singing Billy Jean.

American Idol Results Update

On Wednesday night America picked its top 10.

This week it was Amanda Overmyer, Kristy Lee and Carly Smithson who had that least amount of votes this week and were in the bottom 3.

But it was 23 year old Amanda Overmyer who got voted off the show.

This was a big week as the top 10 are the contestants who get to go on the American Idol tour.

The final ten contestants for American Idol include

Brooke White, Michael Johns, David Archuleta, Kristy Lee Cook, Carly Smithson, Jason Castro, Syesha Mercado, Chikezie, and Ramiele Malubay.

Who is your winner?

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American Idol: David Hernandez was the first to be eliminated from the Top 12

Last night David Hernandez was the first to be eliminated from the Top 12.

David was placed in the bottom three with Syesha Mercado and Kristy Lee Cook and viewers voted to eliminate David from the show.

David sung I Saw Her Standing There on the Lennon-McCartney-themed show.

David said that “Honestly, things happen for a reason. We all have a plan, and on top of that you’ll see me at the top. This isn’t it for me.”

Check out the video clip below

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American Idol Season Seven The Final 12: Kristy Lee Cook video clip

Last night on American Idol Kristy Lee Cook sang a country version of “Eight Days a Week” by The Beatles.

Kristy was given advice last week to go country but her performance was not as good as it should have been according to the judges.

Randy said it sounded like she forced too many runs, Paula didn’t enjoy it, didn’t get it and Simon thought it was horrendous and said that it was very brave but probably very foolish and it was like a “ghastly county fair.

But what did you think?

Check out the video clip below and let us know what you thought?
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American Idol Top 3 David Archuleta, Carly Smithson and David Cook

Could the American Idol Top 3 be David Archuleta, Carly Smithson and David Cook guess we will have to wait and see but my odds are on these and David Archuleta to win the show.

Across the net it looks as if David Archuleta is now the absolute favourite to win American Idol 7 and even hard-to-please judge Simon Cowell has indicated that he is the one to beat in this year’s contest.

What do you think and who are your top 3?

American Idol Top 12 Revealed

You may be wondering who got voted off American idol, well we can now report to you the American idol top 12 from the 6th march.

On Thursday evening the contestants were narrowed down to just 12.

Show host Ryan Seacrest said some 36 million votes were cast from viewers to pick the top 6 female and 6 male contestants from a list of 16 semi-finalists.

The 12 finalists are as follows:

David Archuleta
Jason Castro
David Cook
Kristy Lee Cook
Chikezie Eze
David Hernandez
Michael Johns
Ramiele Malubay
Syesha Mercado
Amanda Overmyer
Carly Smithson
Brooke White

So who stands out to you as the winner of American Idol 2008?

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Will David Archuleta Win American Idol?

Can anybody beat David Archuleta on American Idol?

David is a fantastic singer and is quite possibly the best thing that American Idol has ever had in the competition and whether he wins or not he is sure to get some kind of deal out of this. Read more

Zac Efron a huge fan of US talent search American Idol

It has been reviled that Zac Efron is a huge fan of US talent search American Idol.

Zac said that he used to attend live shows on a regular basis to watch the contestants on stage. Read more

American Idol Results: Four Contestants Eliminated

On Thursday night the Top 24 was narrowed down to 20 as two men and two women were sent packing on American Idol. Read more

American Idol Top 24 revealed

The American Idol Top 24 were revealed last night but who made it through?.

The men will start the competition off next Tuesday, with the ladies singing on Wednesday and the results show will be on Thursday. Read more

Walt Disney World Florida: new attraction based on American Idol

Walt Disney World in Florida has announced that it is to create a new attraction based on reality show American Idol.

This attraction will mean that guests over the age of 14 will be able to sing live in front of a Disney casting producer for the chance to perform in one of the park’s Idol shows. Read more

Jordin Sparks Super Bowl XLII Performance and her new album

Having recently come off of the American Idol Live tour which ended last September, Jordin Sparks has been taking her fame in a cool, calm and collective manner while trying to stay grounded. Read more

Jordin Sparks To Win Over The UK

Jordin Sparks will be opening up the Super Bowl on Sunday with her stunning rendition of “The Star Spangled Banner”.

Jordin who was last years American Idol Winner and Sony Bmg are releasing her debut single ‘Tattoo’ in March. Read more

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