Be an Idol Insider with the Official Book Celebrating 10 Years of American Idol Straight from the photo vault of America's number-one show, American Idol: Celebrating 10 Years, is the official photographic celebration of the first ten years of the television show that changed the face of music and popular culture throughout the world. Vaulting contestants from obscurity to mega stardom in a sensational display, this book celebrates the countless memorable moments over the past decade. With more than seven hundred images--beginning with Kelly Clarkson from the season one finale, to highlights ... [Read More]
Although not inherently corrupt, the American Idol television program has magnified a culture preoccupied with fleeting fame and image overload. Feeding off that frenzy, American Idols takes a necessary look at the false gods in modern society. The golden calf of Bible times may be gone, but in its place today are enslavements to consumerism, celebrity, sexual freedom, easy religion, and more. This timely book helps readers realize and overcome their own idolatries.
Stories from Idols and Their Fans for Everyone Who Believes in a Dream. . . With stories from Carrie Underwood, Clay Aiken, Jordin Sparks, Ruben Studdard, Melinda Doolittle, Blake Lewis, Sanjaya Malakar, and many other top Idols from every season! Do you love the thrill of seeing people's dreams come true? Do you enjoy the excitement of rooting for your favorite contestant ? Has your spirit ever soared from watching a performance on American Idol ? For anyone who has watched America 's best loved television show, here's a collection of captivating stories that take you into the he... [Read More]
Fans will devour Elvis: American Idol, an intimate and entertaining chronicle of the life and legend of the King of Rock 'n' Roll. This fascinating, unique look at Elvis Presley is crammed with colorful anecdotes, memorable quotations, fun facts, and stories that celebrate his life and career. Filled with hundreds of gorgeous photos, Elvis: American Idol is an unparalleled tribute to the King. Elvis: American Idol pays tribute to each stage of Elvis's life, from his Sun Records roots to his untimely death in 1977. It is organized into chapters that explore the different facets of Elvis's life,... [Read More]
Do YOU have what it takes to be a star? Simon Cowell reveals the answer and takes you behind the scenes of American Idol in this wickedly entertaining tell-all.Since the debut of American Idol, puckish Brit judge Simon Cowell has become America’s most notorious critic—not only on account of his incredible instinct for spotting the next breakout musical stars, but for his hilarious, shockingly candid repartee with everyone who crosses his path. Now, true to form, he holds nothing back, offering you a backstage pass to America’s hottest show—the highlights, the gossip, the contestants wh... [Read More]
Teachers the world over are discovering the importance and benefits of incorporating popular culture into the music classroom. The cultural prevalence and the students' familiarity with recorded music, videos, games, and other increasingly accessible multimedia materials help enliven course content and foster interactive learning and participation. Pop-Culture Pedagogy in the Music Classroom: Teaching Tools from American Idol to YouTube provides ideas and techniques for teaching music classes using elements of popular culture that resonate with students' everyday lives. From popular songs and ... [Read More]
Do you long for adventure? Do you want to do more scuba diving? Did you know that the U.S. offers amazing scuba diving experiences? I applied rugged passion and dedication to complete a 5-year journey in which I became the first woman to dive all 50 states. In this book, you will discover hidden beauty in U.S. waters and learn some of the best places to scuba dive in the U.S. While this book can serve as your ultimate U.S.-based scuba travel guide, you will also learn how to overcome obstacles, and follow your own bold path of adventure in scuba diving.
Vocal coach to the stars, Seth Riggs and his patented and trademarked singing methodology has helped hundreds of popular singers, actors, and actresses maximize their vocal potential. Hear noticeable improvement in your voice from the very start. Learn the 5 secrets to mastering any song. Works for all styles of music!
Over the years, award-winning hitmaker, savvy record executive, successful music publisher and former American Idol judge Kara DioGuardi has worked with the best. Her songs have been recorded by such superstars as Pink, Carrie Underwood, Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, Kelly Clarkson, Gwen Stefani, Santana, Steven Tyler, Celine Dion and many others. But success wouldn’t have happened for this songwriter, artist and producer without the darker times of defeat. Now, in this daringly honest memoir, DioGuardi reveals everything she’s learned about living, creating, loving, stumbling, p... [Read More]
"The bookshelf next to my desk holds Christian classics and books I refer to often. Idols sits on that shelf, for Herb's lucid critique has been an invaluable reference for my own writings. It helps believers to understand the ideologies that undergird secular culture, and how they dramatically--and dangerously--differ from the Judeo-Christian view based on adherence to absolute truth." --Charles Colson, Prison Fellowship "Well-written and highly readable... discerning and critical analysis of our times; a stimulating contribution." --Carl F. H. Henry "This book has become a vade mecum for tho... [Read More]
Sante D’Orazio: Pamela Anderson: American Icon "Blonde bombshell," "It Girl," "Über-babe"—Pamela Anderson, star of the tv series Baywatch and celebrated Playboy playmate, mesmerized the world with a doll’s face, a pin-up figure, sexy tattoos and a man-eating smile. In a tradition that extends from Jean Harlow through Brigitte Bardot to Madonna, Pam is the sex goddess of the 21st century. Sante D'Orazio, America’s most sought-after celebrity photographer, took his pictures of Pamela Anderson in a one-day session in the fall of 2000 on the terrace of a mansion in Hollywood Hills, Los An... [Read More]
Adam Lambert is a true Hollywood success story. Despite coming second in season eight of American Idol, losing out to Kris Allen, Lambert has become one of the most successful and admired American pop artists of the 21st century. With just two solo albums under his belt, he has sold over two million albums and four million singles worldwide. He has won numerous awards and been nominated for some of the most coveted prizes in the music industry, including the Grammys. He was the first openly gay artist to get a major label record deal, which he achieved with RCA, and the first openly gay pop st... [Read More]
As American Idol prepares to exit the airwaves after 15 seasons of innovation and inspiration, PEOPLE takes a look back at the show that shattered records, and reinvented the television competition.Highlights of this musical special edition include: Exclusive interviews with the contestants and judges – the ones we loved and the ones we loved to hate A review of the most memorable moments, from William Hung’s “She Bangs” to Fantasia’s powerhouse performances A section that reveals what contestants have been up to since their time on Idol A peek at the biggest successes to come out of... [Read More]
What if American evangelicals really took human sinfulness, to include their own, seriously? What are the implications for attempts to create a Christian nation, Christian political and economic structures, and even a Christian family? Starting with a classical understanding of human sinfulness and examining the historical evolution of social, political and economic thought, Dr. Lamborn makes the bold and provocative assertion that it is impossible for sinners, redeemed or otherwise, to create social structures that are inherently godly or that merit divine approbation. Any attempt to make sac... [Read More]
With over 500 authentic recipes, the Czechoslovak Cookbook is an excellent adaptation of a best-selling Czechoslovakian cookbook. The foods that are unique to this fascinating part of the world convey the essence of the finec
This special issue of the "Pennsylvania Literary Journal" includes interviews with Cinda Williams Chima, James Dashner, and Carrie Ryan, all "New York Times-"bestselling young adult fiction writers, who share their experiences with writing in a
An American Immersion relives one woman's five-year journey in which she became the first woman to dive all 50 states. In this book you will find inspiration, discover hidden beauty in U.S. waters, and follow
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