http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 13:48:43 -0700 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 11:32:39 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m11d22-The-LA-Times-breaks-down-the-reasons-to-watch-and-skip-tonights-AMAs?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner I was reading this LA Times Music Blog, Pop and Hiss, article the other day about three reasons to watch this year's American Music Awards (which are tonight on ABC) and three reasons to skip them, and I found it to be pretty accurate...at fir... David Cook American Idol Kelly Clarkson Carrie Underwood Adam Lambert CD signing Chris Daughtry American Music Awards Kanye West Taylor Swift Sun, 22 Nov 2009 11:32:39 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m11d22-The-LA-Times-breaks-down-the-reasons-to-watch-and-skip-tonights-AMAs?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m11d18-Kris-Allen-talks-to-MTV-about-the-evolution-of-his-songwriting-process?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner MTV is all over the debuts of both Kris Allen and Adam Lambert, as I covered yesterday in my article about the astounding difference in media coverage between the Idol winner and runner-up.  But yesterday's article by MTV's Jim Cantie... David Cook American Idol Adam Lambert Kara DioGuardi Kris Allen album Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:21:13 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m11d18-Kris-Allen-talks-to-MTV-about-the-evolution-of-his-songwriting-process?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m11d17-Will-Kris-Allens-debut-album-make-the-big-splash-his-fans-expect?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner As my former boss from Americanidol.com noted on his Facebook page, "It's Kris Allen Day!"  Of course, this article on MTV.com points out the obvious lack of coverage on his CD dropping in comparison to the much hyped Adam Lambe... David Cook American Idol David Archuleta Adam Lambert Michael Jackson Kris Allen album MJ's Big Blog Lady Gaga Switchfoot 2012 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:11:39 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m11d17-Will-Kris-Allens-debut-album-make-the-big-splash-his-fans-expect?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m11d12-David-Cook-treats-fans-to-a-brand-new-song-in-St-Louis?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner Although David Cook told me in my recent interview that his next album is still in its infancy stage, he broke out a new song at a recent show in his home state in Missouri.  Check out the video for his live performance of "Make Believe&... David Cook live performances Make Believe MJ's Big Blog Thu, 12 Nov 2009 10:14:05 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m11d12-David-Cook-treats-fans-to-a-brand-new-song-in-St-Louis?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m11d11-David-Cook-talks-with-Examiner-about-tours-future-plans-and-mysterious-tattoos?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner Okay, okay, so when interviewing an AI alum, some people worry about asking them too many questions about American Idol.  But, considering David Cook admittedly owes a lot to the show that has launched his already-successful career, it makes ... David Cook American Idol Carrie Underwood interview album Dexter House tour Extreme Makeover Home Edition holiday special Erin McCarley Chantal Kreviazuk Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:42:57 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m11d11-David-Cook-talks-with-Examiner-about-tours-future-plans-and-mysterious-tattoos?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m11d8-David-Cook-unplugged-and-somewhat-uncensored?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner MJ's Big Blog comes through, once again, for some great David Cook scoop and music.  Before a recent concert performance in Phoenix, AZ, David stopped by the Mix 96.9 studios and played an acoustic set for some lucky in-studio fans. ... David Cook American Idol Carrie Underwood Lie Heroes Mr. Sensitive Sun, 08 Nov 2009 15:21:02 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m11d8-David-Cook-unplugged-and-somewhat-uncensored?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m11d5-Adam-Lambert-enlists-David-Cooks-producer-for-his-debut-album?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner Rob Cavallo, the mastermind behind David Cook's debut album, along with a slew of other huge artists (Dave Matthews Band, My Chemical Romance, Jewel, Alanis Morissette, Green Day, and the list goes on), is also behind four of the tracks on Ada... David Cook American Idol Adam Lambert Kara DioGuardi album Rob Cavallo Pink Dave Matthews Band Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:44:37 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m11d5-Adam-Lambert-enlists-David-Cooks-producer-for-his-debut-album?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m11d3-Carrie-Underwood-names-David-Cook-as-her-BFF-among-many-other-things?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner In my next life, I want to be Carrie Underwood.  Seriously.  Not only does she name David Cook as her BFF from American Idol , but she just dropped a new (and sure-to-be-successful) album, is hosting the CMA's with labelmat... David Cook American Idol Carrie Underwood Adam Lambert Kris Allen album Twitter iTunes pre-order Brad Paisley holiday special Tue, 03 Nov 2009 15:41:46 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m11d3-Carrie-Underwood-names-David-Cook-as-her-BFF-among-many-other-things?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m10d29-David-Cook-and-Adam-Lambert-among-the-celebs-at-Michael-Jackson-premiere?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner I had the good fortune of interviewing David Cook a few months ago, and it was just after the death of Michael Jackson.  I asked him if anyone had contacted him regarding the iconic pop singer's untimely death due to David's stellar r... David Cook American Idol Adam Lambert Michael Jackson This Is It Katy Perry Thu, 29 Oct 2009 10:08:14 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m10d29-David-Cook-and-Adam-Lambert-among-the-celebs-at-Michael-Jackson-premiere?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m10d27-David-Cook-auctions-off-guitar-for-the-EMHE-cause?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner Despite a hectic touring schedule, rehearsals for the Carrie Underwood holiday special, and (hopefully) preparing for his sophomore album, David Cook made time to help out with the Extreme Makeover Home Edition special in Indiana that I wrote abou... David Cook interview Extreme Makeover Home Edition Tue, 27 Oct 2009 10:54:08 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m10d27-David-Cook-auctions-off-guitar-for-the-EMHE-cause?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m10d25-Some-fun-details-have-been-leaked-on-the-Carrie-Underwood-holiday-special?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner I believe I might have mentioned this before, but if you're an Idol addict and want to remain in the know, MJ's Big Blog is the place to go.  I obviously love my old stomping grounds, Americanidol.com, as well, but for obvious reasons... David Cook American Idol Carrie Underwood Bo Bice Neil Patrick Harris Kristin Chenoweth Sun, 25 Oct 2009 10:50:27 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m10d25-Some-fun-details-have-been-leaked-on-the-Carrie-Underwood-holiday-special?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m10d22-David-Cook-lends-his-star-power-to-help-a-family-in-need?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner After the scathing reviews of my last article on David's alleged text break-up, I figured I'd perhaps get back in the good graces of Cookie fans everywhere by reporting about an amazing story on David Cook's behalf.  As we all kno... David Cook Carrie Underwood Adam Cook Thu, 22 Oct 2009 10:10:07 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m10d22-David-Cook-lends-his-star-power-to-help-a-family-in-need?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m10d20-David-Cook-allegedly-breaks-things-off-with-girlfriend-by-text?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner As I wrote a few months ago, the word on the street was that David Cook had a girlfriend (a "cougar" at that), and that he was keeping his new love interest on the down low.  The assumption was most likely that he had already been o... David Cook American Idol Kimberly Caldwell Kim Johnston Tue, 20 Oct 2009 12:00:12 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m10d20-David-Cook-allegedly-breaks-things-off-with-girlfriend-by-text?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m10d14-David-Cook-joins-lineup-for-Carrie-Underwoods-holiday-special?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner Carrie Underwood (AP Photo)Fans were treated to a duet of "Go Your Own Way" by David Cook and Carrie Underwood a few months back at the opening of the American Idol Experience ride at the Walt Disney World Resort.  The powers-that-be i... David Cook American Idol Kelly Clarkson Carrie Underwood Allison Iraheta Bo Bice Clay Aiken Cyndi Lauper Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:32:25 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m10d14-David-Cook-joins-lineup-for-Carrie-Underwoods-holiday-special?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m10d8-David-Cooks-Time-Of-My-Life-wins-a-Nashville-Music-Award?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner David Cook RCAMusicGroupPress.com (Permission 19 Entertainment)   As David Cook's official web site noted the other day, David's first post-Idol single, "Time Of My Life," was up for "Song of the Year" for the 2009 Nas... David Cook Kelly Clarkson Kara DioGuardi Nashville Music Awards Blake Lewis Song of the Year Thu, 08 Oct 2009 12:13:05 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m10d8-David-Cooks-Time-Of-My-Life-wins-a-Nashville-Music-Award?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m10d7-David-Cook-extends-fall-tour-once-again?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner  According to LiveDaily.com, David Cook is extending his fall tour.  His next show is today in Clifton Park, NY, but the article notes that he has added as many as 14 shows since their last check, which takes the tour into late November.&nb... David Cook tour Nashville Music Awards Wed, 07 Oct 2009 16:46:53 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m10d7-David-Cook-extends-fall-tour-once-again?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m10d6-David-Cook-takes-to-Twitter-to-share-his-fave-TV-shows?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner David Cook, RCAMusicGroupPress.com (Permission 19 Entertainment)   My two worlds collided today on the internet.  I am the San Diego Television Examiner on top of being the National David Cook Examiner.  I was checking out David... David Cook Twitter Dexter House Always Sunny in Philadelphia Tue, 06 Oct 2009 16:48:37 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m10d6-David-Cook-takes-to-Twitter-to-share-his-fave-TV-shows?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m10d5-Adam-Lambert-joins-list-of-Idol-alums-who-are-stumping-for-good?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner Adam Lambert (AP Photo/Charles Sykes, FILE)   There is no denying that ending up in the Top 10 or so on American Idol catapults these formerly unknown (or lesser known) artists in to the spotlight.  Some of them are able to use that ... David Cook Adam Lambert Adam Cook Melinda Doolittle Clay Aiken DonorsChoose.org Mon, 05 Oct 2009 11:33:49 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m10d5-Adam-Lambert-joins-list-of-Idol-alums-who-are-stumping-for-good?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m10d4-Some-speculation-on-David-Cooks-next-singles?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner David Cook, RCAMusicGroupPress.com (Permission 19 Entertainment)  I was on the Americanidol.com forums the other day, and found this thread from a David Cook fan who was worried that he might move on to his sophomore album without releasing an... album singles Declaration Avalanche Sun, 04 Oct 2009 11:21:51 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m10d4-Some-speculation-on-David-Cooks-next-singles?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m10d2-Hey-Idol-fans--cant-we-just-all-get-along?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner Adam Lambert, David Cook, and Kris Allen at their GMA performanceI spent three years as the Americanidol.com Copy Writer and "Insider Blogger," and the one thing that never ceased to amaze me each season were the diehard alliances formed b... David Cook American Idol David Archuleta Adam Lambert Kris Allen Chris Daughtry Fri, 02 Oct 2009 10:25:55 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11563-David-Cook-Examiner~y2009m10d2-Hey-Idol-fans--cant-we-just-all-get-along?cid=exrss-David-Cook-Examiner