My Life Would Suck Without You by Kelly Clarkson!

This monster hit, created by pop Frankensteins Max Martin and Dr. Luke, has rhythm and melody lines ripped indiscriminately from all their other hits and lyrical inspiration courtesy of a high schooler’s Facebook wall. (“I know that I’ve got issues/ But you’re pretty messed up too.”) Where a lesser singer might have tried to animate the parts with a vocal lightning storm, Kelly Clarkson sings the words with her signature ease, building to an emotional crescendo that’s pointless to resist. Nearly a decade after her journey from waitress to American Idol, Clarkson’s lack of pretension remains her greatest asset. -Time.com

Congrats Kelly Clarkson for the #1 song in 2009!!!!

Also, at #10 is “Mad World” by Adam Lambert.

“Talent is a trend,” goes the old record-company proverb, and Adam Lambert proved it repeatedly on the reality talent show that no one remembers he didn’t win. In particular, Lambert’s performance of this slowly building Tears for Fears track shows off his ability to interpret a song and create dramatic tension — a lost art in pop music. It also helps that he holds his notes with remarkable clarity and has such obvious vocal star power that America couldn’t help but make him the … well, whatever. -Time.com

Not to shabby for a new artist who didn’t even win Idol.

I love when artists cover songs and put their own twist on things. Here is Kelly Clarkson covering That I Would Be Good and Use Somebody.

Not sure why Kelly Clarkson needs to sing Miley Cyrus when Kelly is 10x more talented and has been since day one. But I guess it’s good to appeal to a bigger audience.

I’m totally addicted to this song which could be because it’s been stuck in my head all day.

The video is kind of cool and Kelly looks great; as always.

Oh, no
I do not hook up, up
I go slow
So if you want me
I don’t come cheap
Keep your hand
In my hand
And your heart
On your sleeve
Oh, no
I do not hook up, up
I fall deep
Cause the more that you try
The harder I’ll fight
To Say

Kelly Clarkson is back in the spotlight with her latest album release, “All I Ever Wanted.” She’s also making a special appearance tonight on American Idol and will be seen on many TV shows over the next few weeks!

Kelly’s new album can be downloaded from Amazon or iTunes for only $9.99.

Have you got the album? What do you think?

I thought Kelly Clarkson’s last album was pretty good, however it wasn’t the fun and snarky album many have come to love.  The good news is her first single “My Life Would Suck Without You” from her new album seems to bring old Kelly back.

As you can see Kelly has changed her appearance again.  This time is back to blond and she’s all dolled up.  Looks a bit like Julia Stiles, the movie actress.  And her next album cover looks like something from Charlie’s Angels; the 2000 version.  Not that that’s a bad thing, I’m just saying.

 
Kelly Clarkson-My Life Would Suck Without You – Watch the best video clips here

If you want to hear the new single, “My Life Would Suck Without You, you can head over to Rickey.org and listen now.  They even have a free promo download that will keep you happy until the actual single is available for download on iTunes.

What do you think of the new song?  The new look?!

iTunes is running a promotion where previous American Idol’s CDs are only $7.99! And it’s not just previous CDs. The latest from Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, Daughtry and many more are included. That’s a steal!

American Idol Alumni Artists Included:

• Kelly Clarkson – Breakaway, Thankful and My December
• Justin Guarini – Justin Guarini
• Fantasia – Fantasia and Free Yourself
• Diana DeGarmo – Blue Skies
• Clay Aiken – A Thousand Different Ways and Measure of a Man
• Ruben Studdard – The Return, Soulful and I Need an Angel
• Taylor Hicks – Taylor Hicks
• Katharine McPhee – Katharine McPhee
• Bo Bice – The Real Thing
• Blake Lewis – Audio Day Dream
• Carrie Underwood – Some Hearts and Carnival Ride
• Daughtry – Daughtry
• Jordin Sparks – Jordin Sparks
• Bucky Covington – Bucky Covington
• Josh Gracin – Josh Gracin and We Weren’t Crazy
• Kimberley Locke – Based on a True Story and One Love
• Elliott Yamin – Elliott Yamin
• Kellie Pickler – Small Town Girl
• Constantine Maroulis – Pray for the Soul of Betty
• William Hung – Inspiration
• Jim Verraros – Rollercoaster

Each CD is only $7.99 on iTunes and you can download your copy today!

After being used for the closing montage for the ‘Best of the Rest’ episode, “Best Days” by Graham Colton was tapped again to be the exit song in the first, and second, round of the Top 24.

American Idol fans may be familiar with Graham when he opened up for Kelly Clarkson on both “Breakaway” and “Behind These Hazel Eyes” tours in 2005. The two were also romantically linked but split because of time apart but remain good friends. The song is available on iTunes and you can you can find out more about Graham on his Myspace.

17 year old David Archuleta is heating up American Idol. In only the second week of the top 24 the crowd is going wild. Girls screaming, fans on their feet and judges calling him brilliant.

So what is it about David that makes him so special?

1. Age – Being only 17, David has that young look that the girls love so much.
2. Modesty – He doesn’t take any of this for granted and is often surprised when he gets good reviews or hears the girls screaming with excitement.
3. Talent – Best of all, he can sing far better that most everyone else on American Idol this season.

Even at 11, when David met up with season 1 finalist Kelly Clarkson, she was shocked at how well he could sing. I wonder if she still remembers him.

Kelly Clarkson meet David Archuleta

So, does David have this in the bag? It’s a bit early to say, but he is by far one of the best this season so far!

What do you think of David?

This Christmas you can celebrate with holiday music from American Idol contestants & winners. Here is a list of 24 songs to bring some holiday spirit to your home.

• O Come All Ye Faithful – Katharine McPhee
• This Christmas – Elliott Yamin
• Do You Hear What I Hear – Carrie Underwood
• My Grow-Up Christmas List – Kelly Clarkson
• What Christmas Means to Me – Mandisa
• Santa Claus Is Coming To Town – Bucky Covington
• Christmas Makes Me Cry – Mandisa
• O Holy Night – Kelly Clarkson
• Santa Baby – Kellie Pickler
• Clay Aiken
  • All is Well
  • O Come O Emmanuel
  • My Grown-Up Christmas List
  • O Holy Night
  • Winter Wonderland
  • Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas
  • Joy To The World
  • Merry Christmas With Love
  • Don’t Save It All For Christmas Day
  • Mary Did You Know
• Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas – Ruben Studdard and Taymra Gray
• Silver Bells – Clay Aiken & Kimberley Locke
• This Christmas – Ruben Studdard
• I’ll Be Home for Christmas – Justin Guarini
• Silent Night – Tamyra Gray

All songs can be downloaded for only $.99 each on iTunes!

Happy Holidays & Merry Christmas!