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'American Idol' Loses Randy Jackson

Damon Houx — Fri, 10 May 2013 13:40:18 +0000

There were rumors that there was going to be a big 'American Idol' shake-up, but before anything was made official Randy Jackson has given the show his walking papers. Jackson announced today that Season 12 will be his last on the hit show.

Steven Tyler Misses 'American Idol'

Jeff Giles — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 12:30:27 +0000

Aerosmith made a lot of fans happy when they ended a long hiatus by going back into the studio to make last year's 'Music From Another Dimension!' album, but now that he's been back in the saddle with his bandmates, it sounds like Steven Tyler is missing his former 'American Idol' coworkers.

Aerosmith's Steven Tyler Crashes 'American Idol' Auditions as Dude Who Looks Like a Lady

Jeff Giles — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 14:57:34 +0000

Steven Tyler may be gone from this season of 'American Idol,' but he won't be forgotten -- especially after he strolled out during last night's (Jan. 31) episode to audition for the contest while wearing a blonde wig, lipstick, and fake honking breasts.

Steven Tyler Apologizes to Nicki Minaj

Billy Dukes — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 16:45:41 +0000

The drama between Steven Tyler and rapper Nicki Minaj may cool off after the Aerosmith singer issued an apology during a press event today. Then again, judging from the tone of Tyler's comments, things may not simmer. 'American Idol' producers must be loving the free media attention, two months before the new season is set to air on Fox.

Nicki Minaj Tells Steven Tyler to 'Go F— Yourself'

Jeff Giles — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 19:17:57 +0000

The new season of 'American Idol' hasn't even started yet, but outgoing judge Steven Tyler is already unimpressed by his replacements -- and it sounds like at least one of them is just as scornful of Tyler.

Stevie Nicks Apologizes for Threatening to Strangle Nicki Minaj

Jeff Giles — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 13:05:30 +0000

A day after making headlines with a quote that suggested she wouldn't mind putting an end to the rumored feud between 'American Idol' judges Nicki Minaj and Mariah Carey by wrapping her hands around Minaj's neck, Stevie Nicks has apologized.

Stevie Nicks on Nicki Minaj: 'I Would Have Strangled Her to Death'

Jeff Giles — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 12:31:52 +0000

Stevie Nicks‘ stage persona might involve a lot of frilly things like candles, dry ice and horses, but that doesn’t mean she isn’t willing to get down to some stone cold violence when provoked. Nicks demonstrated her propensity for vengeance during a recent interview with the Daily, when she was asked to weigh in on [...]

Aerosmith's Steven Tyler Would Consider 'American Idol' Return

Chad Childers — Mon, 24 Sep 2012 12:41:52 +0000

Aerosmith‘s Steven Tyler is not ruling out a return to ‘American Idol,’ though he says in a new interview that if he did come back it would be in a much different role. The vocalist told E! Online, “I wouldn’t go back and be a judge. I’d be a mentor … I loved the fact [...]

Steven Tyler Quits 'American Idol'

Matthew Wilkening — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 12:30:17 +0000

Steven Tyler has announced that he will not return for a third season as a judge on ‘American Idol.’ Instead of spending another year hosting a bland televised singing competition, the Aerosmith frontman will focus on what we all know he was put on this earth to do.

Kelly Clarkson Outperforms American Idol Alums; Sets New Sales Record As She Continues To Embrace Country Music

Steve Tanko — Fri, 06 Jul 2012 23:16:58 +0000

I’ve said for a long time now that Kelly Clarkson has talent. In a society where reality television too often awards contestants recording contracts when they shouldn’t, Clarkson has been a refreshing breathe of fresh air – delivering on the promise. It was reported this week that Kelly Clarkson has now surpassed her fellow American [...]

Aerosmith Debuts New Song "Legendary Child" on 'American Idol' Finale, Hear it Now

Tony Hart — Thu, 24 May 2012 04:21:03 +0000

Aerosmith debuted its first new music in six years on the finale of 'American Idol' on FOX tonight and immediately made the song available for download on iTunes when you pre-order the new album.

The song,"Legendary Child", sounds like several different Aerosmith hits morphed into one, and while I don't think it will light up the radio airplay charts, it will excite fans of the classic Aerosmith sound and help sell albums and more importantly, concert tickets for the upcoming tour.

Aerosmith to Debut New Single on 'American Idol'

Billy Dukes — Fri, 11 May 2012 12:55:01 +0000

The season finale of ‘American Idol‘ will feature a performance from judge Steven Tyler‘s full-time band. According to Joe Perry, the rockers will debut the first single from their upcoming new album during the May 23 Fox broadcast.

Queen Set to Take Over 'American Idol'

Mary Ouellette — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 21:00:48 +0000

All hail the Queen! Founding Queen members guitarist Brian May and drummer Roger Taylor will be making their return to the ‘American Idol’ stage on next week’s episode (April 25). The two will perform with the six remaining finalists. Coincidentally, that will not include resident “rocker” Colton Dixon who was unceremoniously ousted from the show last evening, surprising everyone.

Stevie Nicks to Appear On 'American Idol,' Adds More Tour Dates

Dave Lifton — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 14:02:35 +0000

With a new album, ‘In Your Dreams,’ coming out on May 3 and high-profile tour with Rod Stewart this summer, we’re going to be seeing a lot more of Stevie Nicks in the very near future, particularly on television. Not only will she have a cameo on the NBC sitcom ‘Up All Night’ on Thursday (March 29), but she’ll be working with the remaining nine contestants on ‘American Idol’ tonight (March 28).

American Idol 'Top 10′ Perform Billy Joel's 'The Longest Time' + Wish Steven Tyler Happy Birthday with Joe Perry

Graham "Gruhamed" Hartmann — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 13:56:21 +0000

If you’re an American Idol addict like so many others, you surely saw the ‘Top 10′ perform a rendition of Billy Joel‘s ‘The Longest Time’ during the intro of tonight’s (March 22) broadcast. ‘Idol’ judge Steven Tyler slammed various contestants last night after their Billy Joel attempts and this performance seems unlikely to change his mind.

10 Billy Joel Songs Performed on 'American Idol'

Matthew Wilkening — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 15:45:34 +0000

10 different songs by Billy Joel were performed on ‘American Idol’ tonight (March 21) — one by each of the remaining contestants on the Steven Tyler-judged singing competition. Granted, we’re not the target audience for this program, and yes, some of these kids can sing, and sure, we’re sounding like a broken record running their [...]

Steven Tyler Makes a $100,000 Decision on 'American Idol'

Shauna Wright — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 16:40:16 +0000

It’s Thursday on ‘American Idol,’ and you know what that means: someone will be dropped through a trapdoor and eaten by hungry gnomes. Or given a one-way ticket home. Whichever.

Let’s check in on Steven Tyler.

Steven Tyler Lauds the 'Special' Voices on 'American Idol'

Shauna Wright — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 13:44:24 +0000

On Wednesday night’s ‘American Idol,’ the contestants did songs from the years they were born, which ranged from 1983 to 1995 — proving even fetuses can sing. Hell, Steven Tyler probably has nail polish older than these kids.

Aerosmith Plan Summer Soundtrack Single, Possible 'American Idol' Appearance

Jeff Giles — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 15:30:02 +0000

At 60, Aerosmith guitarist Brad Whitford has reached the age when most guys are happy just to put their feet up and yell at the neighborhood kids to get off their lawn, but not even preparations for the band’s upcoming album are enough to keep him busy — he’s also on the road with the Experience Hendrix tour, where he recently shared a bit of news about when you can expect to hear new music from Aerosmith.

Steven Tyler Tells All the Girls They Look Pretty on 'American Idol'

Shauna Wright — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 15:14:29 +0000

Here we are at the second night of the ‘American Idol‘ semi-finals. As we’ve already mentioned, this week there’s one evening dedicated to each gender of remaining singers, and then a results-type show on Thursday.

Let’s see what Steven Tyler had to say about the ladies.