James Durbin

The 'American Idol' Blah Factor: Why Do Voters Keep Picking Boring Finalists?

May 18, 2011 By Tim Kenneally 1 year ago

ANALYSIS: With the departure of James Durbin, "Idol" viewers will be forced to vote between "milk" and "toast." And they have only themselves to blame

  

America Got It Wrong?: James Durbin's 'Idol' Ouster Sparks Mass Outrage

May 13, 2011 By Tim Kenneally 1 year ago

Elimination has ignited a firestorm of controversy, as fans revolt over the decision

  

'American Idol': Lady Gaga Makes Lauren Evil and Scotty Blush

May 12, 2011 By Jennifer Kelly 1 year ago

And what it is this pro-James, anti-Haley bias the judges have?

  

Lady Gaga to Mentor 'American Idol' Top 4

May 6, 2011 By Tim Kenneally 1 year ago

"Born This Way" singer will teach the remaining "Idol" aspirants about the art of freaky showmanship

  

'American Idol's' Cinco de Mayo Adios Goes to ... Jacob? Lauren?

May 5, 2011 By Jennifer Kelly 1 year ago

Oh, and did we mention: Steven Tyler has a new book, Jennifer Lopez has a hit single and a new video, Randy has ... a bake sale in Tarzana?

  

'American Idol': Scotty Swaggers, Jacob Flounders, Haley's 'In It to Win It'

May 5, 2011 By Jennifer Kelly 1 year ago

And Sheryl Crow replaces will.i.am for the mentoring

  

'American Idol': And Then There Were Five

April 28, 2011 By Tim Kenneally 1 year ago

The dire warning from "Idol" host Ryan Seacrest: "A lot of fans are going to be disappointed with tonight's results"

  

'American Idol': Who Heads Home -- the Sulker Diva or the Sex Symbol?

April 21, 2011 By Jennifer Kelly 1 year ago

When Searcrest didn’t mention “surprises” or tell us to “be sure to stick around till the end of the show,” making an educated guess wasn’t a difficult task

  

'American Idol': Durbin Does Muse, Haley Does Adele, Scotty Smirks

April 20, 2011 By Jennifer Kelly 1 year ago

The Lucky Seven hit the jackpot this week with “Songs of the 21st Century”

  

Another 'American Idol' Shocker: It's Not the Girl That Goes Home

April 14, 2011 By Jennifer Kelly 1 year ago

Haley makes the Bottom Three, but pulls it out; the first boy goes home

  

'American Idol': Scotty, Casey, James Defy the Judges -- Jacob Should Have

April 13, 2011 By Jennifer Kelly 1 year ago

Even Paul McDonald nixes a beatbox on "songs of the cinema" night

  

Jacob, Pia or Stefano: 'Idol' Shocker Proves No One Is Safe

April 7, 2011 By Jennifer Kelly 1 year ago

“America, man, you know, a mistake is one thing but lack of passion is unforgivable,” scolded Steven. “They're wrong!"

  

'American Idol': Scotty McCreery Rocks, James Durbin Gently Weeps

April 6, 2011 By Jennifer Kelly 1 year ago

Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame night seems less like an amateur competition, more like a full-fledged pro concert

  

'American Idol': One Shocker, and Two Can Head Off to EPCOT

March 31, 2011 By Jennifer Kelly 1 year ago

This one was a nailbiter but when it came down to it, the teaser didn’t deliver on its promise

  

'American Idol': Elton John, James Durbin's Flaming Piano, Casey Abrams' Comeback

March 30, 2011 By Jennifer Kelly 1 year ago

I am floored by the skill with which the Idols interpreted Sir Elton’s classics this week

  

'Idol' Shockers: Casey Abrams vs. Stefano Langone, Hulk Hogan -- and a Judges' Save

March 24, 2011 By Jennifer Kelly 1 year ago

Thursday night’s results show was packed with surprises, not the least of which were the results themselves

  

'American Idol' in Motown: Pia, Stefano Need to Connect; Naima Bangs a Drum

March 23, 2011 By Jennifer Kelly 1 year ago

Ironically, the kid with the Asberger's has the least trouble connecting with the audience on Stevie Wonder's "Living for the City"

  

'American Idol': Unlucky Naima, Karen, Haley -- and Demure Fergie

March 17, 2011 By Jennifer Kelly 1 year ago

Do we even need the next two elimination shows?

  

'American Idol': Casey Abrams Tries Nirvana on Night of Dull Birth-Year Songs

March 17, 2011 By Jennifer Kelly 1 year ago

Casey Abrams attempts Nirvana on evening of lackluster songs

  

American Idol: Casey Abrams MIA for Hospitalization, and Who Exited?

March 10, 2011 By Jennifer Kelly 1 year ago

Seacrest hasn’t lost his ability to execute his cruel fake-outs -- but this time he cut to the chase

  

'American Idol' to Sell Season 10 Compilation Directly After Thursday Night's Episode

March 10, 2011 By Tim Kenneally 1 year ago

The revitalized singing competition finds a fast new way to further monetize itself

  

'American Idol': Stevie Wonder to (Surprise!) Selena, the Idols Do Their Idols

March 10, 2011 By Jennifer Kelly 1 year ago

So, how can an artist sing Alicia Keys one week and pull out LeAnn Rimes the next?

  

Boys Night on 'Idol': Jacob Lusk Channels Vandross, Casey Abrams Casts a 'Spell'

March 1, 2011 By Jennifer Kelly 1 year ago

And, OMG, who the heck was Jordan Dorsey trying to be?

  

'American Idol': The Beatles Survive -- But Will a Sobbing J.Lo Be Back?

February 24, 2011 By Jennifer Kelly 1 year ago

For a generation whose musical tastes range from the likes of Justin Bieber all the way to “Glee’s” covers of Justin Bieber, the contestants did a commendable job

  
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