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Phillip Phillips Concert Coming

Moon Mullins — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 21:43:07 +0000

Phillip Phillips, the winner of American Idol’s 11thseason, will perform April 8 at Western Kentucky University.

The concert by the singer-songwriter from Leesburg, Ga., will begin at 7 p.m. at Van Meter Hall. Tickets go on sale at 8 a.m. Feb. 4 at the WKU Ticket Office at Diddle Arena

Phillip Phillips Wins and Reba Sings on American Idol [Video]

Chadwick Benefield — Thu, 24 May 2012 10:42:13 +0000

Our American Idol expert, Steve Thompson, saw this coming weeks and weeks ago. His prediction, WGWG was going to win Season 11. And, you may be asking, what does "WGWG" mean. White guy with guitar! And Phillip Phillips, another Idol "white guy with guitar" has claimed the crown, defeating Jessica Sanchez in last night's Idol finale. If you missed the big moment, here it is . . . plus, some highlights from the final results show that include Reba McEntire, Fantasia wearing one of the worst outfits ever made, and a diva sing-off between Jessica Sanchez and a Broadway legend! Check it out . . .

Who's Going to Win American Idol? [Video]

Chadwick Benefield — Wed, 23 May 2012 13:06:09 +0000

American Idol host Ryan Seacrest says it will be one of the closest finales in Idol history. Jessica Sanchez versus Phillip Phillips! And last night, both contestants laid it all out on the line for your votes. So, who won the night? Who SHOULD win the title of American Idol? Let's turn to our Idol expert Steve Thompson, who was tuned in and ready to call the race!

Jessica Vs. Phillip: American Idol Finale is Set

Chadwick Benefield — Fri, 18 May 2012 10:25:53 +0000

Team Josh Fans like Moon and me are not happy campers this morning. Last night, on the American Idol results show, Joshua Ledet, the pride of Westlake, Louisiana, was voted off the show and wrapped up Season 11 in third place. Two contestants remain and the Idol finale is set. Phillip Phillips will battle Jessica Sanchez for the crown and our Idol expert, Steve Thompson, has the inside scoop on the voting and who he thinks will be the next . . . American Idol!

WBKR Reviews Idol's Final Four Showdown [Video]

Chadwick Benefield — Thu, 10 May 2012 13:12:30 +0000

Last night on American Idol, our final four contestants hit the stage trying to earn a spot in the Top Three and those coveted trips home with Idol crew in pursuit. Who took the stage and owned the night? Who fell short and possibly faces elimination tonight on the results show? WBKR's Idol expert Steve Thompson shares his thoughts and ranks the performers. Take a look!

IDOL: Chad's Top 5 Predicitions [Video]

Chadwick Benefield — Wed, 02 May 2012 18:42:33 +0000

I guess you can tell by the photo who I am pulling for. Yes! As the 11th season of American Idol winds down, I am most definitely Team Josh. For me, Joshua Ledet has been the most consistent performer on the show. He has gotten the most standing ovations from the judges. He's given Jennifer Lopez more "goosies" than Marc Anthony ever did (LOL!). And you just know that when he gets that mic he's gonna lay it all out on the stage. I am a HUGE fan. But, I don't think Joshua has any chance at all to win. And, here's why. While he's been consistently great, the remaining top five had all had great moments as well. And here they are . . .