TAYLOR HICKS AMERICAN IDOL MAGAZINE CARRIE UNDERWOOD

Personnel: Taylor Hicks (vocals, piano); Elliott Yamin (vocals); Doyle Bramhall II (guitar, electric guitar, slide guitar, dobro); Michael Thompson (guitar); Simon Climie (acoustic guitar, background vocals); Dennis Caplinger (violin); Toby Baker (strings, piano, Fender Rhodes piano, Wurlitzer organ, keyboards); Simon Gardner (trumpet, flugelhorn); Abe Laboriel, Jr. (drums); Nicky "Misschief" Shaw (percussion, programming); Sharon White (percussion); Tim Carmen (background vocals).Programmer: Nicky "Misschief" Shaw.Audio Mixers: Joel Evenden; Don Murray ; Simon Climie.Recording information: Glenwood Place Studios, Los Angeles, CA.Arranger: Simon Climie.Shortly after winning the 2006 season of AMERICAN IDOL, blue-eyed soul singer Taylor Hicks released a hastily conceived but well-received major label album, featuring the kind of solid, R&B-inflected rock that earned him accolades with the IDOL judges and viewing public. Although the album debuted at number two on the Billboard charts and eventually went platin

Readers learn about the life and career of American Idol's fifth season winner, Taylor Hicks whose music was greatly influenced by soul and blues.

Carrie Underwood: A Biography follows the singer from a small town in Oklahoma to the stages of the most prestigious concert halls in the world. Along the way, fans will read about this girl-next-door's decision to compete on American Idol and her subsequent triumph there, about her first recordings in Nashville and her platinum albums, and about her sold-out concert tours with superstars like Brad Paisley, Kenny Chesney, and Keith Urban.But the book isn't only about Underwood as a celebrity. It is also about how she uses that celebrity to do good works, including speaking out for the Humane Society of the United States, participating in a song that benefited Stand Up For Cancer, doing public service announcements for the Do Something youth organization, and touring for the USO.

Carrie Underwood is the small town girl who has taken America by storm. But the road to success from her home town of Checotah, Oklahoma, to her emergence as 2005s American Idol wasn't a smooth one. As a young girl, music was her life, and Underwood dreamed of becoming a professional singer. But her early attempts to establish a career were met with disappointment and Carrie left music behind—until friends and family encouraged her to audition for American Idol. The story of how Carrie Underwood made her dreams come true while winning the hearts of fans everywhere is not only uplifting but an inspiring reminder of how you should always follow your dreams.

Profiles the winner of the fourth season of the television program "American Idol, " discussing her childhood, singing career, and audition and advancement on the show.

Highlights the life and accomplishments of the "American Idol" winner and country music star.

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 hearts, minds and souls of the Idols, the fans, and the team that makes the show possible.  These are the stories the television cameras don't see—true, uplifting, and entertaining tales told with humor and candor that will leave you laughing, crying, and feeling inspired, whether you are a die-hard Idol watcher or an occasional fan . Chicken Soup for the American Idol Soul is the perfect marriage of the #1 show in television history and the #1 non-fiction book series in publishing history—both dedicated to celebrating the triumph of spirit over adversity, the fulfillment of dreams coming true, and the power of love. In Chicken Soup for the American Idol Soul , those closest to the heart of American Idol — from the executive producers to the stylists, from the fans to the judges, from the top finalists to the behind-the-scenes crew —share their moving stories of obstacles overcome, love and support shared, lessons learned and lives touched and changed forever. This is truly the stuff that dreams are made of—and why almost 60 million people faithfully tune in week after week, year after year.

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 hearts, minds and souls of the Idols, the fans, and the team that makes the show possible.  These are the stories the television cameras don't see—true, uplifting, and entertaining tales told with humor and candor that will leave you laughing, crying, and feeling inspired, whether you are a die-hard Idol watcher or an occasional fan . Chicken Soup for the American Idol Soul is the perfect marriage of the #1 show in television history and the #1 non-fiction book series in publishing history—both dedicated to celebrating the triumph of spirit over adversity, the fulfillment of dreams coming true, and the power of love. In Chicken Soup for the American Idol Soul , those closest to the heart of American Idol — from the executive producers to the stylists, from the fans to the judges, from the top finalists to the behind-the-scenes crew —share their moving stories of obstacles overcome, love and support shared, lessons learned and lives touched and changed forever. This is truly the stuff that dreams are made of—and why almost 60 million people faithfully tune in week after week, year after year.

Profiles the winner of the fourth season of the television program "American Idol, " discussing her childhood, singing career, and audition and advancement on the show.

Pages: 64, Paperback, Mason Crest