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Keith Urban Performs 'Little Bit of Everything' on 'American Idol'

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:20:21 +0000

‘American Idol‘ judge Keith Urban sang his current single ‘Little Bit of Everything’ on the hit reality singing competition on Thursday night (May 16), showing the contestants how it’s done in the big leagues with a polished, tight and energetic performance. The song is a marriage of country-tinged instrumentation with a very radio-friendly pop hook, [...]

A Perfect Score Helps Kellie Pickler to Third Place on 'Dancing With the Stars'

Billy Dukes — Tue, 14 May 2013 15:30:06 +0000

Kellie Pickler‘s Argentine Tango was perfect, but her Flamenco was stiff. She and ‘Dancing With the Stars’ partner Derek Hough tallied a 58 on Monday (May 13), good for third best on the night behind Jacoby Jones and Aly Raisman, who tied with 59s. Pickler and Hough did the Tango first (video above), and impressed [...]

Pumpcast News Finds Hilarious Musical Couple [VIDEO]

Bethany Lee — Mon, 13 May 2013 15:51:41 +0000

When this couple was surprised at the gas pump, they delivered.

SNL Teams Up with 1-800-Flowers [VIDEO]

Bethany Lee — Sun, 12 May 2013 16:12:09 +0000

Kristen Wiig understands that Mom is not only the person you’re closest to, but also the most annoying.

Lauren Alaina Performs New Single 'Barefoot and Buckwild' on 'American Idol'

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 10 May 2013 00:44:21 +0000

Fast-rising country star Lauren Alaina returned to the stage of ‘American Idol’ on Thursday (May 9), performing her new single ‘Barefoot and Buck Wild’ from her forthcoming second album. The song is a fun, up-tempo track perfect for a summer release, and she performed it with a rockin’, aggressive edge to her voice. The track [...]

'Duck Dynasty' is Bigger Than 'American Idol' Now

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 12:38:37 +0000

We've gotten heavily invested in A&E's ongoing original series, with a second season of 'Bates Motel' already ordered, 'Longmire' season 2 soon to start and eventually Chloe Sevigny's 'Those Who Kill,' but it's the cable network's reality series 'Duck Dynasty' that really brings home the...well, duck. The ratings for the reality series third season finale drew A&E's highest ratings ever, nearly beating out 'American Idol,' while remaining cable's number 1 series behind 'The Walking Dead.' Read all about 'Duck Dynasty's' massive success inside!

Brad Paisley to Appear on 'Nashville' Season Finale

Christina Vinson — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 22:00:49 +0000

When the first season of ABC’s drama ‘Nashville‘ winds up next month, fans will spot one of the Music City’s biggest stars on their television screens, as singer Brad Paisley will appear on the show’s finale. According to Extra, Paisley will play himself and perform with characters Rayna (Connie Britton) and Deacon (Charles Esten). His appearance may come as [...]

Randy Travis Plays Sheriff in New TV Pilot With Billy Ray Cyrus

Megan Pacella — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:31:35 +0000

Last year Randy Travis was breaking the law, now he's making it. During a recent interview, Billy Ray Cyrus revealed that he and Travis are starring in a TV pilot that could get picked up soon. It's a return to television for Cyrus, who's starred on several shows since his career was jump-started in 1992.

Vince Vaughn Introduces: The 'Bathroom Cobra'

Bethany Lee — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 15:49:22 +0000

Are you afraid that what you just did in the bathroom might damage your budding relationship? Get help with this new product!

Jason Aldean Cracks a Cold One in New Coors Light Commercial

Christina Vinson — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 21:00:01 +0000

Jason Aldean shows off his acting skills in a new Coors Light Avalanche commercial. The 30-second piece depicts two snowboarders racing a fast-approaching avalanche in order to deliver an ice-cold beer to fan-favorite Aldean, who’s clad in the usual cowboy hat, sporting his familiar drawl. Aldean is excited about his Coors partnership, and is especially anticipating [...]

"Veronica Mars" Movie Kickstarter Raises Over $2 Million in 12 Hours

Tony Kerns — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 02:38:18 +0000

Since going off the air after three seasons, talk of a “Veronica Mars” movie has been a regular topic among series creator Rob Thomas and star Kristen Bell. Finally getting permission from Warner Bros. to do so, Thomas began a Kickstarter campaign to raise $2 million to finally fund a “Veronica Mars” movie. Not only [...]

Glenn Beck vs. World Wrestling Entertainment

Tony Kerns — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 04:21:18 +0000

In the current day of “Sports Entertainment”, the idea of pro wrestling being “real” is passé. We all know it to be a physically demanding choreographed equivalent of a soap opera, but that doesn’t mean people aren’t going to take the scripted storylines to heart, and take offense when a storyline goes too far. Recently [...]

Fox News Accused of Bigotry Towards Wiccans and Pagans

Tony Kerns — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 02:56:35 +0000

Fox News is receiving quick backlash for statements made during the PC Police segment on their weekend edition of “Fox and Friends” Sunday night, February 17th. The show’s hosts were discussing changes to the University of Missouri’s “Guide to Religions: Major Holidays and Suggested Accommodations,” a guide for faculty to help them plan exams accordingly around recognized religious holidays

Military Helicopter Goes Down on Top Gear Korea

Kacy Collins — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 13:54:14 +0000

The popular British TV show Top Gear, which features amazing cars at high speeds, has spread across globe and has branched out into several different countries. On an episode of Top Gear Korea, they were racing a Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 and an AH1 Cobra military helicopter and it’s everything is going just fine. That is [...]

Is Oreo Whisper Fight the Funniest Super Bowl 2013 Commercial?

Sarah Shahzad — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 00:38:51 +0000

Oreo's Super Bowl 2013 commercial features a "whisper fight" in a library that breaks out over whether the cream or the cookie is the best part of the glorious whole that is the Oreo. It's nice to see that even having such strong feelings on the issue, every single person involved is mindful of keeping it down in the library.

'American Idol' Contestant Creates Elaborate Lie About His Military Past

Cory Stromblad — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 22:19:49 +0000

‘American Idol‘ hopeful Matt Farmer is facing a lot of heat following reports that the Tulsa, Okla. native lied about injuries sustained as a military servicemen in order to advance to further rounds on the popular reality competition. According to MjsBigBlog, Farmer, 26, used his ‘American Idol’ audition to share the story of being hit [...]

Ashley Smith Auditions With Carrie Underwood's 'Cowboy Casanova' on 'American Idol'

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 03:53:09 +0000

In perhaps one of the more surprising auditions so far in season 12 of ‘American Idol,’ a young African-American singer named Ashley Smith stunned the panel of judges by singing a note-perfect version of Carrie Underwood‘s hit ‘Cowboy Casanova.’ Smith is a colorful character, with her unusual manner of dress, dyed blonde hair and extremely [...]

Summer Cunningham Sings 'Lean on Me,' Causes Blowup on 'American Idol'

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 03:29:53 +0000

A young singer named Summer Cunningham won her way to the next round on ‘American Idol‘ Wednesday night (Jan. 23), but inadvertently touched off a fight between the judges over an offhand comment she made. The 20-year-old auditioned by singing a very strong, clear and powerful version of ‘Lean on Me’ that clearly impressed the [...]

Scotty McCreery Makes His Return to 'American Idol' This Week

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 22:56:30 +0000

Obviously, Scotty McCreery is no stranger to 'American Idol.' The 19-year-old singer was crowned the winner in the show's tenth season, and has since embarked on a successful recording and touring career as a country artist. This Wednesday (Jan. 23), he will return to the show for an appearance during the audition rounds in Charlotte, in his home state of North Carolina.

Watch Sandy Hook School Children Perform a Moving Rendition of 'Over the Rainbow'

Emerald Catron — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 19:54:33 +0000

It's Tuesday, so you probably need a good cry. Here, watch this video. It's children from Sandy Hook Elementary performing 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow' on 'Good Morning America.' The kids recorded the song, with folk musician Ingrid Michaelson, at the home of former Talking Heads members Tina Weymouth and Christ Frantz.