American Music Awards Will Be Full of American Idols

Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood and Daughtry Join Adam Lambert on the Performance Roster

dick clark productions President Orly Adelson announced that Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood and Daughtry will each perform at the “2009 American Music Awards.” They will join another American Idol standout, Adam Lambert, as well as previously announced acts Jay-Z, Alicia Keys, Jennifer Lopez and The Black Eyed Peas. Additional performers and presenters will be announced in the coming weeks. The show will be broadcast live from the NOKIA Theatre L.A. LIVE on SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22 (8:00-11:00 p.m. ET/PT) on ABC.

“American Idol continually produces great talent, and we are looking forward to hosting Kelly, Carrie, Daughtry and Adam. It’s a great fit for the AMAs,” said AMA producer Larry Klein.

For the first time ever, dcp will stream a live pre-show on the red carpet for the 2009 “American Music Awards” on November 22nd, 2009 at 3:00 PM (PT) / 6:00 PM (ET). The “Official AMA Pre-Show,” presented by Coca-Cola, will feature hosts Julie Moran, Jenni Pulos, Jai Rodriguez and Taryn Southern, as well as the “Coke Correspondent” winner of the ongoing national competition to become a red carpet correspondent at the 2009 AMA’s.

(courtesy of ABC)

PAULA ABDUL TO HOST ‘VH1 DIVAS’

Emmy and Grammy awards winner Paula Abdul is set to host the “VH1 Divas” live concert event.

Joining the star-studded list of “Divas” performers is one of America’s favorite pop idols – the platinum selling artist, Jordin Sparks. Previously announced “Divas” include Adele, Kelly Clarkson, Leona Lewis and Miley Cyrus. The “VH1 Divas” concert will be televised live on VH1 on Thursday, September 17 at 9:00 pm.*

For the first time ever, these leading ladies at the top of their musical game will perform together live at the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) Howard Gilman Opera House in Brooklyn, New York. Continuing in true “Divas” tradition, the evening will feature a night of unforgettable performances from various performers, presenters and special guests. Additional performers and presenters will be announced in the coming weeks.

Fans can go now to Divas.VH1.com to submit a “Diva Stories” text or video testimonial that tells the world how their favorite divas have influenced their lives. VH1 wants to hear from all Divas’ fans – favorite songs, favorite moments and the craziest things they’ve done to show their diva how they feel. Select testimonials may be featured online and on-air leading up to this year’s live telecast. Divas.VH1.com has also launched close to 50 past “VH1 Divas” performances, featuring Diana Ross, Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston and many more. Join Divas.VH1.com on Thursday, September 17 for live blogging coverage before and during the live telecast. Users can also follow all show-related news by following the “VH1 Divas” twitter account at http://twitter.com/vh1divas.

Get Schooled: You Have the Right Premieres September 8th Simultaneously Across All Viacom U.S. Networks

Featuring Kelly Clarkson and LeBron James

On September 8^th at 8 p.m., all of Viacom’s   U.S. television properties will join together to simultaneously air Get Schooled: You Have the Right, a 30-minute special that highlights education challenges and breakthroughs experienced by three leading figures from the world of entertainment, sports and politics; along with the stories of three of their most trusted professional colleagues. This is the first programming “roadblock” of any kind across all Viacom networks including BET, MTV, VH1, CMT, COMEDY CENTRAL, Spike TV and Nickelodeon.

Get Schooled: You Have the Right features pop superstar Kelly Clarkson and NBA MVP LeBron James and documents the challenges and experiences of successful young adults who work behind-the-scenes to support these famous figures. The program will provide real-life examples of how a commitment to education and a drive to overcome obstacles can create a path to success.

Get Schooled: You Have the Right formally kicks off “Get Schooled,” a five-year national initiative co-developed by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and Viacom that creates a platform for corporate and community stakeholders to address the challenges facing America’s public schools.

“We believe that improving our educational performance is a national priority. The Get Schooled partnership is committed to elevating the national consciousness about this issue and helping to bring about positive change in our schools. Working together with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, we’ve developed a television event that represents a truly unprecedented programming commitment by Viacom, and an important step in an effort that demands our attention,” said Philippe Dauman, President and CEO of Viacom.

“Today, in America, far too many young people enter adulthood unprepared for college, career and life,” said Allan Golston, President of the U.S. Program at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. “Changing this reality requires the full engagement of the corporate and nonprofit communities, working harder to support students, families and schools to create an expectation in every community that a college education is possible for all young people. Through the creativity of Viacom’s team and the strong connections its networks cultivate with their audiences, we have a unique ability to reach young people and their families on this critical issue.”

“Lots of young people run into problems beyond their control, like finances, that keep them from pursuing their education. At that point, it’s easy to give up. But I believe it’s important to continue to work hard and learn from everyone and everything around you,” Kelly Clarkson said.

The program will chronicle the critical role of education in making these professionals the successful people they are today, working with some of the most notable personalities in the world. Flashbacks will depict key educational moments that influenced their lives, and prepared them for their careers.

“I know first hand how important it is for young people to have role models who can inspire them about the importance of education and help them make good choices that will provide them with tools to succeed,” said LeBron James.

The show will air simultaneously on the following Viacom networks: BET, BET J, CMT, CMT Pure Country, COMEDY CENTRAL, Logo, MTV, MTV Jams, MTV Hits, MTV Tr3s, MTV2, mtvU, Nick @ Nite, Nickelodeon, Nicktoons Network, Palladia, Spike TV, The N/Teen Nick, TV Land, VH1, VH1 Classic and VH1 Soul.

Get Schooled: You Have the Right is created and executive produced by Dave Sirulnick and executive produced and directed by Lauren Lazin. @radical.media is a strategic, creative and production partner of the Get Schooled initiative.

ABOUT GET SCHOOLED

Get Schooled is a national platform that connects, inspires and mobilizes people – from policymakers to kids – to find effective solutions to the problems facing our education system. It provides resources and information, community outreach and creative programming that engage a range of audiences around America’s education crisis. Get Schooled’s co-developers are the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and Viacom, including BET Networks, MTV Networks and Paramount Pictures. The initiative combines the Foundation’s deep knowledge of education reform with the power of Viacom’s diverse brands to raise awareness about the challenges facing America’s public education system.

Reality TV Scam Brought To Light?

Last night NBC 10 news in Philadelphia did a story on Hollywood North Entertainment, shedding some much needed  light on their misleading claims about playing a part in getting some of the biggest reality stars their spots on tv.

Vote for the Top Ten Women of Reality TV

Each month LesbiaNation.com rates the top ten women of reality tv, and gives their reasons why. Here is their top ten for the month of May. If you want to read the full article, click here. You can also cast a vote for next month’s top 10 on their site.

10. Katherine McPhee of American Idol

9. Amazing Race’s Tian Kitchen

8. Former Nerd Herd member Ivette Corredero from Big Brother

7. Top Chef contestant Josie Smith-Malave

6. Top Chef host Padma Lakshmi

5. Kim Stolz from America’s Next Top Model

4. Dani Campbell from a Shot at Love with Tila Tequila

3. Star of Work Out, Jackie Warner

2. The very first American Idol, Kelly Clarkson

1. Ami Cusack of of Survivor: Venuatu and Survivor: Micronesia

American Idol News Bites & Gossip

- According to an interview that Blake Lewis gave radio station WAPE in Jacksonville, Florida, Sanjaya Malakar was put through with his sister because they thought that it would be “cute” to have a brother and sister on. When, he was cut later on, they decided to give him another chance, expecting that he would be cut before making it to the actual show.

- Some ex-Idols have a bone to pick: Kelly Clarkson is upset that songs from her CD were leaked before the album was actually finished, and Carrie Underwood is annoyed when the media ask questions about her break up with Chace Crawford.

- David Archeleta’s voice coach calls in several times a day from Salt Lake City to take him through voice exercises. Is that cheating?

- Danny Noriega is working on his own YouTube channel. Why?

-There’s an article in USA Today about former Idol contestant Nikki McKibbin, who talks about her lastest album, and how she literally took a swing at reality tv diva Omarosa.

-Unlike last season, where they didn’t want the elimination of a contestant ruin the “feel good” vibe of Idol Gives Back, this week somebody’s going home.

- Always and forever a diva, Randy Jackson’s buddy Mariah Carey taped her Idol Gives Back segment rocking a blinging microphone.

- Clay Aiken’s new cd, On My Way Here is set to drop on May 6:

- And finally, Miley Cyrus admitted to OK! magazine that she has never seen American Idol:
“I think it’s something you have to really get into from the beginning and I just don’t have time!”
Yeah, because if you miss a show, you won’t have a clue why these people are singing. What does she think it is; LOST?
Miley will be performing on Idol Gives Back, but I’m pretty sure she doesn’t know why.

Idol Camp Scholarship This Summer

Do you have a little one at home who you know has talent but isn’t yet old enough to try out for American Idol? Well there no need to worry because now your child can get an early start on the fame train with American Idol Summer Camp.

Usually the camp is held in Massachusettes but this year they’re heading west to Lake Arrowhead, California.  The camp is for kids ages 10-15 and runs from June 15th – August 23rd with five two week intensive training sessions running during that time span.

One of the bonuses for reading this article means that you’ll have a chance to win the “Kimberly Caldwell Scholarship.” If 15 or more applicants fan’s or friends of Kimberly sign up they’ll be in the running to win the scholarship. Also Kimberly will be making an appearance at the camp from July 16-17. If this interest you ACT FAST because spot are filling up rapidly.

Go to www.idolcamp.com to apply.