Fashion Fiesta

At this point he is probably better known for impregnating Ashlee Simpson and repeatedly denying doing so than he is for designing clothes, yet Pete Wentz is determined to make his new junior sportswear line at hit for Nordstrom. Following in his fiancée’s footsteps the Fall Out Boy bassist has just signed an exclusive deal with the department store to launch a collection of graphic T-shirts, hoodies, denim jeans and accessories from his Clandestine Industries label. According E! news, Wentz’s line contains “interesting cuts and designs that are a little bit out of the box.” Apropos considering the designer. The … Continue reading

Look Who’s Performing at Tomorrow’s Super Bowl

It’s the NFL’s biggest game and some media experts say it could attract one of the largest TV audiences in history. I’m talking about the major match up between the undefeated New England Patriots and the New York Giants in Super Bowl XLII. If you plan to tune into the big game tomorrow (some only watch to see the commercials) you’ll hopefully witness a worthwhile battle on the field, but if nothing else you’ll be treated to some great entertainment. Less than 3 months after releasing her debut album, the youngest “American Idol” winner ever, Jordin Sparks, will be performing … Continue reading

Music News: December 3, 2007

“American Idol” alums are making music news, but not all of it good. But, let’s start with the good first. Blake Lewis, last season’s runner-up (behind winner Jordin Sparks) has announced that his debut album, titled “Audio Day Dream,” will be released tomorrow, December 4. The first single off the album “Break Anotha” was co-written by One Republic’s Ryan “Alias” Tedder, Sam Watters and Blake. It was produced by Tedder (Timbaland, Leona Lewis). Of the album, Blake says” This album is exactly how I wanted it to come out. It’s like an ’80s mix tape, with some hip-hop and electronic … Continue reading

American Idol News – May 26, 2007

Yes, I know the season finale was last Wednesday, but surely you didn’t think that would be the last we heard from contestants or even the judges, did you? Runner-up Glad He Didn’t Win “American Idol” Sometimes when people who come in second say, “Oh, I am glad I didn’t win,” I think it is just an excuse. But I really think “American Idol” runner-up Blake Lewis isn’t that upset by his loss. He has said it was just an honor to get as far as he did. He also admitted, in a nice way though, that the winning song … Continue reading