Posts Tagged ‘Danny Gokey’

Allison Iraheta Shines But Adam Lambert Is The Crowd Wants

Tuesday, August 11th, 2009

The top four finishers are saved for the second half — after the intermission, which renders this more a theatrical revue than a traditional concert. Allison Iraheta hits a snag right away. She sings Pink’s “So What,” with a wind machine to blow on her hair. All that means is that she can’t move.

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Former Idol Danny Gokey Promotes Milwaukee

Sunday, June 28th, 2009

Former “American Idol” contestant Danny Gokey is promoting his hometown of Milwaukee.

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Danny Gokey Dishes Personal Music Idol & More

Saturday, May 30th, 2009

During Danny’s visit to OK! magazine office, where he enjoyed the delicious treats and posed for pictures with his faithful fans here, he dished about how his life has changed since Idol, his personal music idol, the loss of his beloved wife, Sophia, and the foundation he dedicated to her memory.

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Danny Gokey: From ‘Idol’ To ‘Dancing’?

Wednesday, May 27th, 2009

Danny Gokey isn’t going to let a few put-downs keep him from dancing.

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Danny Gokey Plans To Thank Milwaukee For Support

Tuesday, May 26th, 2009

“American Idol” finalist Danny Gokey plans to thank his hometown of Milwaukee at an event that also will raise awareness and money for his charity.

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Danny Gokey Describes Idol Run As ‘Tragedy To Triumph’

Monday, May 18th, 2009

Thousands of screaming fans, being asked to sing the national anthem at a major league baseball game and a parade: It was all too much for “American Idol” finalist Danny Gokey, who returned to his hometown of Milwaukee last week.

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American Idol Finalist Danny Gokey Expected His Elimination

Friday, May 15th, 2009

He gained a following with his soulful singing and snazzy glasses, but ousted “American Idol” contestant Danny Gokey said on Thursday he foresaw his elimination from the competition’s top three.

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American Idol Final Two Revealed

Thursday, May 14th, 2009

Danny Gokey is dancing off “American Idol,” leaving showy Adam Lambert and twangy Kris Allen to duke it out in the finale of the popular Fox singing competition next week.

Adam Lambert and Kris Allen

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Simon Cowell Wants Danny & Adam In The Final

Wednesday, May 13th, 2009

Simon Cowell is known worldwide for his directness and honesty when it comoes to judging talent on shows like American Idol. So it’s no surprise that he’s ready with an answer when asked whether Adam Lambert is a clear winner this year.

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American Idol Top 3 Performance Recap

Wednesday, May 13th, 2009

Kris Allen did a rendition of Kanye West’s “Heartless”, Adam Lambert sang a U2 and Danny Gokey performed an acoustic Joe Cocker in “American Idol” season 8 semi-final.

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American Idol Top 3 Revealed

Thursday, May 7th, 2009

Just three contestants remain on American Idol after Wednesday’s elimination.

Adam Lambert, Kris Allen and Danny Gokey

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American Idol Finalists’ Family Affair

Tuesday, May 5th, 2009

It’s been a long time now since the American Idol contestants left their normal lives behind and were whisked up into the whirlwind that is the show.

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American Idol Finalists’ Greatest Struggles

Sunday, May 3rd, 2009

American idol finalist Adam Lambert seems to own the stage this season and struggles have been few and far between for the veteran performer. But what is his greatest struggle? Lambert and others on Idol spoke with Life & Style Weekly and the magazine dished on what some of the contestants (and judges) have dealt with to make it to the top five on American idol.

Kris Allen, Allison Iraheta and Adam Lambert

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Matt Giraud Eliminated From ‘Idol’, Adam Lambert In Bottom 3

Thursday, April 30th, 2009

Beside the axing of Matt Giraud, the result show of “American Idol” revealed a shocking upturn as Adam Lambert was placed on the bottom three.

Matt Giraud and Adam Lambert

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Danny Gokey Was Determined To Make It To Finals On ‘Idol’

Wednesday, April 29th, 2009

The “American Idol” hopefuls gave songs from the Rat Pack a whirl on Tuesday night and Danny Gokey used the opportunity to prove Adam Lambert doesn’t have the competition in the bag.

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American Idol Finalists’ Pre-Show Rituals

Monday, April 27th, 2009

We’re down to the Final 5, and the going is really getting tough for the remaining American Idol contestants.

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Idol’s Danny Gokey Goes Home For Grandfather’s Funeral

Wednesday, April 1st, 2009

American Idol hopeful Danny Gokey, whose wife died less than a year ago, is now mourning the death of another family member.

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