As this season's (2008) American Idol ended, David Archuleta is keeping busy by working on a few projects lined up for the runner-up of 2008's American Idol. For sure, we think he's having a great time and getting the much needed rest. But as it turned out, he's got lots of things going on. He's not complaining though. No, he sure is having fun and adjusting well on his newfound fame. I'm sure he's gonna be a future success story in the music industry.
The Brouhaha on a Foiled Concert
It was reported that his father, Jeff Archuleta organized an appearance at the E-Center for a charity show for the young David. But, Idol officials didn't allow it as the father didn't ask permission from the American Idol producers. As you know, David is under contract with AI. The "American Idol" spokesperson further stated that the solo event would dilute interest in the "Idol" concert tours as the tour will stop at the E-Center on July 14 and 15 giving the fans the chance to see David Archuleta perform with the rest of the contestants.
So what is David Archuleta Working on Lately?
First, he's working on a new album. Yes, AI and Asia'h Epperson fans, that's the benefit of being high up there in the top ten. You get to have an album even though you didn't win the top spot. Record deals come quicker. Secondly, he's updating his MySpace. Yup, he knows the value of networking on the internet and being close with fans online. He's a savvy young genius. He even did his first video blog to thank all the fans of American Idol who voted for and supported him. These are eventually the same people who will shoot him to musical superstardom.
Finally, he's preparing with the rest of the top 10 for this summer's Idol concert tours. It's gonna be one great trip for all our Idols as they tour around the country. For most of this bunch of 2008 Idol hopefuls, it will be the adventure of their lifetime as they go meet and be closer with fans. Fans who will probably buy their albums or go to their concerts when they go solo if they ever decide on embarking a musical career afterwards.
The concert series will give them a chance to see and feel if this is the career they would like to pursue. After the hoopla on this season's American Idol is over, they might be forgotten with next seasons crop of young wannabees eager to take their own shot at stardom.
Additional Information on American Idol Tour 2008
For the convenience of readers of this blog and for those interested on additional information regarding the 2008 summer tour of American Idol, check out the link, American Idol Tour 2008, for location, venue and schedule information. For tickets, you can click on the Idol Tour banners on this site.
If you are an Asia'h Epperson, David Archuleta or an American Idol fan, hope you enjoy this summer season and make it to one of the Idol Tour concert.
What's Keeping David Archuleta Busy These Days
Asia'h Epperson and Danny Noriega Interviews
Asia'h Epperson and Danny Noriega are two of my favorite non-Top 10 American Idols. Below are some interviews of them together taken from YouTube.
Fox Interview Video Danny Noriega & Asia'h Epperson
Another Interview with Danny and Asiah
My note: Here Aisa'h looks stunning.
Sadly, it doesn't seem like Asia'h and Danny are joining the Idol Live Summer Tour. For my recent article on the Idol Summer Tour, check it here, Idol Tour 2007.
Tickets Now Available: The American Idol Summer Tour 2008
It will begin on the 1st of July at Glendale, Arizona and end in September in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It has a total of 50 stops with a concert in Toronto included. This is the only Canadian stop of the tour. Sorry, Vancouverites and Albertans. There's actually a show in Seattle so Vancouverites can go there. It's only around 2 hours drive anyway.
For your convenience, you can click on the American Idol Summer Tour banners for ticket information and more details.
Below is the current schedule list and venue:
DATE MARKET VENUE
July 1 Glendale, AZ jobing.com Arena
July 2 San Diego, CA San Diego Sports Arena
July 3 Fresno, CA SaveMart Center
July 5 Las Vegas, NV Thomas & Mack Center
July 7 Los Angeles, CA Staples Center
July 8 San Jose, CA HP Pavilion at San Jose
July 9 Sacramento, CA ARCO Arena
July 11 Portland, OR Rose Garden
July 12 Tacoma, WA Tacoma Dome
July 14 West Valley City, UT The "E" Center
July 15 West Valley City, UT The "E" Center
July 18 St. Louis, MO Scottrade Center
July 19 Rosemont, IL Allstate Arena
July 20 Columbus, OH Schottenstein Center
July 22 Indianapolis, IN Conseco Fieldhouse
July 23 Cincinnati, OH US Bank Arena
July 24 Detroit, MI Joe Louis Arena
July 26 Toronto, ON Air Canada Centre
July 27 Rochester, NY BlueCross Arena
July 29 Pittsburgh, PA Mellon Arena
July 30 Newark, NJ Prudential Center
July 31 Newark, NJ Prudential Center
August 2 Atlantic City, NJ Boardwalk Hall
August 4 Long Island, NY Nassau Coliseum
August 5 Long Island, NY Nassau Coliseum
August 6 Albany, NY Times Union Center
August 8 Hartford, CT XL Center
August 9 Worcester, MA DCU Center
August 10 Manchester, NH Verizon Wireless Center
August 13 Philadelphia, PA Wachovia Center
August 14 Washington DC Verizon Center
August 16 Lexington, KY Rupp Arena
August 17 Charlotte, NC Time Warner Cable Arena
August 18 Duluth, GA Arena at Gwinnett Center
August 20 Sunrise, FL BankAtlantic Center
August 21 Tampa, FL St Pete Times Forum
August 24 Houston, TX Toyota Center
August 25 Dallas, TX American Airlines Center
August 26 Bossier City, LA CenturyTel Center
August 28 Oklahoma City, OK Ford Center
August 29 Kansas City, MO Sprint Center
August 30 Kansas City, MO Sprint Center
August 31 Minneapolis, MN Target Center
September 2 Green Bay, WI Resch Center
September 3 Grand Rapids, MI Van Andel Arena
September 4 Cleveland, OH Wolstein Center
September 6 Bridgeport, CT Arena at Harbor Yard
September 7 Providence, RI Dunkin Donuts Center
September 8 Wilkes Barre, PA Wachovia Arena
September 10 Ft. Wayne, IN Allen County Memorial Coliseum
September 11 Evansville, IN Roberts Stadium
September 13 Tulsa, OK BOK Center
Yes, Asia'h Epperson fans, it was said that only the top 10 are performing. Too bad, Aisah and the other Top 24 contestants are not part of the tour. Oh, well.
