David Archuleta Signs Deal
American Idol runner up David Archuleta has signed a record deal with 19 Recordings/Jive Records and is expected to release his debut album later this year. The 17-year old said “Signing a record contract with 19 Recordings/Jive Records is truly a dream come true. Being a fan of American Idol since season one and admiring the alumni, I am honored and humbled to be a part of that group. I’m really excited to start working on everything.” Both Simon Fuller, the chief executive and founder of 19 Entertainment Label Group, and Tom Carrabba, the Executive Vice President and General Manager of Jive/Zomba Label Group, had nothing but good things to say of David. Fuller said “Without question, David Archuleta has a great future ahead of him.” Carrabba said “David Archuleta has already shown the world that he is a star. He’s a young, talented singer with wide appeal and we’re thrilled to have him join our roster.”
American Idol Has Paparazzi Already
There’s no definitive winner of American Idol yet but the paparazzi doesn’t seem to care. Idol finalist David Cook and a few of his friends were spotted grabbing slices of pizza at the Beverly Center Mall’s Sbarro pizzeria in Beverly Hills on Thursday with paparazzi hot on their trail. During this week’s finale, Cook will sing first since David Archuleta won a coin toss and chose to sing 2nd. Archuleta says “I’ve always looked up to Cook and admired all the work he’s done with his talent. To be here standing next to him is just unbelievable.” Cook only had nice things to say back saying “I consider it a huge honor to share the stage with the kid. He’s the real deal. All the buzz coming in, he deserves.”
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