April 30, 2004
For 'Idol'
winner Ruben Studdard, it's all good
'Idol' laughingstock to headline at Oakland Mall
'Idol' voters finally boot right singer
A rollicking
'Idol' ride for Stevens
A Wolfpacker's
Perspective
TICKET SALES Michigan
Hollywood
Gives Olsen Twins A Star on the Walk of Fame
Concert news
Sideshow
Scan of the GQ article
All Eyes on Idol: Bring on the excitement
Still Our Buttercup
April 29, 2004
'Idol' racism charges defy logic, evidence
So Justin flopped? He’s hairless but happy ... and working
Studdard shows why he's an idol
'Idol' voters eject crooner after uproar
'Idol' chatter heats up another exciting round
The
Latin Beat Has Most Them Beat
Most
Famous AI3 Finalist Not Likely to be the Winner
C.J.’s world
Safe & Sorry
Usher Cruises In Control Of The Hot 100
Clay Aiken Says Goodbye Kelly, Announces Solo Tour
Clay Aiken coming to fair
The week in music:
Critics' picks for April 30-May 6
American I-Dull 3 'Six Sick Up Salsa'
American Idol 3: Seriously, It’s About Time
April 28, 2004
Clay Aiken: What We Forgot We Wanted (you saw
it here first)
Fans, experts question crooner's 'Idol' worth
Short and snappy comments by anonymous Observer readers on the ...
An idle wish: Reveal 'Idol' vote tallies
TURBO TV
Flatlanders, Feat help round out SpringFest
In search of New Hampshire Idol
Clay
will be performing "Solitaire" live on The Tonight With Jay Leno
Elton John: American Idol vote is 'incredibly racist'
Clay Aiken To Perform At
State Fair
Clay Aiken mounts solo
headlining tour this summer
Clay Aiken takes stage at NC
On-Air Ryan Seacrest AI alum
Kimberley Locke performs live
How the Voting has Change
April 27, 2004
What's wrong with this picture?
Keeping the harmony
Popular Online Searches
Worcester native Michael Orland has made it big by helping others become
American idols
At the breakout point
Which Idol Will Fall Seventh?
A THANK YOU MESSAGE FROM FRED BRONSON
Teachers are getting reality check Friday
VH1 Artist
- Kimberley Locke
Lycos 50(TM) Top 10 Search
Official
Site updated with Tour Dates
Top Ten Things I Can
Say Now That I Lost "American Idol"
EZ Board going down for update
April 26, 2004
Sirens host concert in A Cappella
The
Producers Get It Wrong
COUNTRY BOY AT HEART
There Is a Solution to Achieving Better AI Voting Results: But Who Will Listen?
Michael Orland on The Sunday Los
Angeles Times Article
American Idol 3: Meet the Enemy
“I've Always Had a Problem Being Called ‘Diva’”: An Interview with Jennifer
Hudson
Stop the Presses! Call in the Troops! We Are in a Crisis!
Jennifer Hudson Speaks Out on the ET Set
Cowell reveals
new talent search
FOX's May Sweeps Promises to Be 'Wild Ride'
Banking 101
Buzz
over Jennifer Hudson's ouster from 'American Idol 3' continues
Come Back
Tuesday
Could this guy kill 'American Idol'?
Controversial viewer vote has 'Idol' tongues wagging
Iowa values help ‘American Idol’ stylist handle L.A. pressure
April 25, 2004
'Idol' creators dig deep to mine for talent
READERS
CHIME IN
N.C. Dems promote Edwards for VP
N.C.'s
playmate pays a visit
Idol's hands at Disney's workshop
Usher Can't Pass Usher Atop Singles Chart
2005 Lotus
Elise
New Music Weekly
released it's list of nominees
New Music Weekly Awards
The
evolution of an 'Idol'
Clay Aiken: What We Forgot We Wanted
April 24, 2004
Clearfield County Fair Pop/Rock Night with Clay Aiken
Want to be a superstar? Try your luck at mall
Clay Aiken
tickets on sale beginning today
EDITORIAL:
WORST?
On the Tube column
White roses and thorns
Singer Kristy Starling's career shines brightly
Collectible Concepts Arthur promotional calendar and Clay Aiken
American
Idol supports Scope Marathon runners
April 23, 2004
Aiken's army
Clay Aiken, 'American Idol' rides the Tomorrowland
An "American Idol"
Shocker!
Clay Aiken
Coming to Town
Arena Books Clay Aiken
Young star, old-style repertoire
An harmonious season for Hampton Roads
Entertainment Ruben Studdard
Chicagoan's 'Idol' ouster hits sour note for fans
Aching for Clay Aiken
Ruben Studdard 'Velvet Teddy Bear'
Worshippers turn Idol' into popularity contest
Clay Aiken Fox Theatre July 29
Clay watch: Tickets remain, but they're going fast
The Power of a Cellcert
Claymates make the Ford Ad
This Week's Hits:
Worst Songs, Maroon 5, Josh Groban
Facing the Music: Clay Aiken Has Got
the Looks That Keeps Fans Looking
Idol Chartwatch, April 23: The Downward Drift
American Idol 3: Why Are We Surprised?
The American Idol Problem Defined
As flavor of the month, crooner Groban is pretty bland
'Gimme' an idol, Charlotte style
VH1 & Blender Magazine Present 50 Most Awesomely Bad Songs
Clay Aiken live at the Pepsi Center in Denver
April 22, 2004
'American Idol' Top 12 finalists to release "Greatest Soul Classics" album on
April 27
American Idol' concert coming to dome in July
'Idol's' Clay
Aiken coming to Roanoke
Rattlers stadium scores hitmaker Aiken
Are these
nuptials for real?
American Idol 3: Producer Manipulation and the Voters
Call it the Blues
American Idol gets Shocked by America
Celebrity Audio Book Nears Release
Hudson voted out of 'American Idol'
Mano a
mano: Metrosexuals not fit to carry real men's beer
Clay Aiken - Larry King (CNN) May 12
DISCERT (DISNEY) RECAP!!!
PrimeTime looks at
three past "American Idol" contestants
'American Idol' Voting Strikes Sour Note
AI3: BLAME THE SYSTEM NOT THE VOTERS
April 21, 2004
American Idol III
Sings Barry Manilow Hits Customized for Each Finalist by the Legend, Himself
Why Mac hates you
RONALD MCDONALD PROMOTION
BIDS
'Aiken Fever' propels pop 'Idol' into
York Fair lineup
Man, oh, Manilow: Barry rules 'Idol'
Top Acts Crowd 'Totally Hits 2004'
Fifty
'worst hits' of all time chosen by magazine
Do 'Idol' Judges Serve A Purpose Beyond Saying 'You Suck'?
OPINION
LINE EXTRA
Clay Aiken To
Make Summer Appearance In Dayton
Clear
Channel Goes to Trial
Idol' star Clay Aiken to perform at York Fair
THE GREATEST
EVENING IN POP HISTORY- EVER?
Divas Rule The 'Idol' Stage
Don't buy GQ 'When Hell Freezes
Over'
The Independent Tour Experience (Part 2: Clay Fans Are a Different Breed
Altogether)
Fair announces music lineup: Toby Keith, Clay Aiken to perform
Endemol's 'Star Academie' rules Canada CDs, as Stephanie Lapointe wins season 2
April 20, 2004
EYE ON TV
‘American Idol’s’ Aiken performs here July 10
CLAY
AIKEN OF AMERICAN IDOL FAME TO PLAY FOX CITIES STADIUM
'Claymania' coming to town
Softball series in Starkville holds playoff implications
Notable Quotes
Clay Aiken to perform at Nutter
The Lycos 50(TM) Top 10
“There’s Only One You In the World”: An Interview with Jon Peter Lewis
TRL
Thursday 4.22 Where else outside of an awards show can you find OutKast,
Britney & Clay Aiken
Idol thoughts Canadian Idol Ryan Malcolm
Clay
Aiken's Musikfest tickets go on sale Thursday
Clay Aiken LIVE in concert! 8/29 Ft
Wayne IN
Concertgoer had critic singing a different tune
Barry Manilow on the Bench video
RIAA
CONSUMER PROFILE ROCKING, BUT INDUSTRY'S STILL REELING
Lucky few become Idols
Which Idols make the grade?
April 19, 2004
CHART BEAT CHAT
Divided We Fall
Rolling Stone rate the video
Obscure firm manages music departments for retail giants
GQ'S First-Ever Beach
Issue Features 250 Pages of Sun, Sand, Surf, & Sex
The Big E 2004
'The Apprentice';
Jacko, 'Kill Bill'; William Hung
Aiken
revives Sedaka fave
Ervin J. Nutter Center Clay Aiken concert
(unknown if Clay)
In the end, will talent win on 'Idol'? It's up to you
'Idol' wave
can carry a bad tune
How the
wet and wild was won
April 18, 2004
Making
a connection
2nd ain't all that bad
Clay Aiken Revives Sedaka Favorite
When
reality is as boring as life itself
No longer idle for `Idol'
Middle-age
demographic buying music
Can new Fab
5 turn straight females from frumpy to fine?
He's 16, he's terrible and he's ours
'We Built This City' ranks as the worst record ever
April 17, 2004
Fair announces musical lineup: Toby Keith, Clay Aiken to play
Concert review: Aiken's star quality shines in St. Paul
Empty (but sincere) ‘Idols'
Sound and image
Volunteers make blankets to help Housing Coalition
POP
MUSIC REVIEW: Clay finding way; Kelly may go another
Idol Chartwatch, April 16: Revenge of the Non-Idols
American Idol 3: Why Jon Peter Lost
Aiken for Clay
April 16, 2004
Review: Kelly Clarkson and Clay Aiken
Idol's grant used to make gifts
Just don't mention 'The O.C.' to the band that plays its theme
Pen boy runs out of 'Idol' ink
Sideshow
American Idol 3 Vocal Master Class: The Top 8
Ticket-hungry Claymates' camp out in Clio
Clay Aiken in Concert Greensboro Coliseum NC
Clay Aiken's Raleigh Not The Only 'Dawg' In The House!
All kinds of sounds
out there...
'Idol' Gives Sedaka New Songwriting Life
Movie
Night – The Idols Bring It Together At Last (Well most of them did!)
"Apprentice"
Kwame in Demand
April 15, 2004
Clay Aiken,
Phish to play local concerts
D.C. ABC affil finally picks up Kimmel
Down to two: 'Apprentice' fans' loyalties are set
TV best bets
American Idol star Clay Aiken to perform at URI
Covers slip onto pop albums
Night of Champions Recap
Camp Clay
'Idol' Reject's
Album Debuts At No. 34 On Charts
Parker: For 'Clack addicts,' there's only one fix: their idol Clay Aiken
Record labels
learn that market has gray area
An
almost-American Idol is coming to Syracuse
Clay Aiken goes
from 'Idol' to idol
Bush Supports
Sharon's Decision to Withdraw
Met with Clay at Benefit Dinner...
American Idol: The Hard Part is Just Getting Into the Show
"How Art Defines Me" - Private Art Session With Clay Aiken - April 15, 2004
Clay confirmed to be in
Greenville, SC on July 17th
WAIL
WATCHING AT RUBEN'S SLOW SET
April 14, 2004
Applicant screening: Looking for a job? Forget the want ads; check the TV
listings
Live singing at concert? Who would have thunk it
Ruben
Studdard show solid, soulful
Modeling Clay
How Has John Stevens Survived On 'Idol'? Must Be The Hair
SodaPop
Culture
Third Season 'American Idol' Contestants Sing Soul Classics on New Compilation
Album, Due in Stores April 27
Idol not idle while in KC
VH1 All Access: Awesomely Bad Videos 2 featuring Clay
Aiken
Which Idol Will Fall Fifth?
Clay Aiken tapes Public
Service Announcements on behalf of the Autism Coalition
Stories For Heroes read by Clay Aiken
Clay
Aiken to perform at Indiana State Fair
Surgical Tunes:
Music Strikes a Chord in the OR
April 13, 2004
OPINION LINE
The Metrosexual Dilemma
Go &
Do: Today's entertainment options
Hawaii fans
get chance to sway for Clay
MTV Show Awards Itself Honors
Clay moulds a solid career
Clay to perform at Wango Tango
Clayaiken.com - May 11th Jay
Leno (NBC)
Metro briefs
'AFI's
100 YEARS ... 100 SONGS
The Lycos 50 for Week Ending April 10
Is Radio Dead?
American Idol Postponed a Day Due To President Bush
Taken with
Aiken
Event
Name -"Clay Aiken" American Idol Runner Up
Harbor Center- Portsmouth VA
Parade Magazine:
My Adventure
Who "Raised the Bar" for the Next American Idol Winner?
April 12, 2004
Aiken's fans more an ache for DJs
Aiken's voice quiets skeptics
Just 'Thankful'
THE
WEEK AHEAD IN KANSAS CITY
Jelen's promise still written on the wind
'Idol' fan Tarantino to sit in judgment on show's 'Movie Theme Night'
Youth Service America
Studdard big hit with fans
TRL Awards - Only 1 day left till the TRL awards. VOTE
HERE
Phil
Mickelson, Masters champion?
Studdard bares his soul to 'Idol' fans
Idol Chartwatch, April 12: A Sinking Feeling
April 11, 2004
San Diego Concert Recap by
berkeleylovesourclay
Simple Plan was just on Ryan's American
Top 40
Hot Seattle pictures at WMS Headquarters
April 10, 2004
'Idol' duo gets crowd's vote at KeyArena
'Idol' has stalled
Everyone Should Know How Good It Feels To Give
SF Chronicle CORRECTIONS
Moon:
`Second-place talent- show singer' are fightin' words for `Claynation'
Hip music hits downtown S.J. -- finally
Kelly, Clay delight Arena crowd
April 9, 2004
Ruben's his own man, thank you
IDOL WITH SOUL
Latin
pop star Chayanne rocks in Houston stop
Clay Aiken to
perform at Kansas State Fair
Willis and Perry sequel is seriously unfunny
'Idol' stars
Clarkson, Aiken light up KeyArena
Sensation's
bad singing Hung out for all to hear
Confessions of an instant heartthrob
American Idol 3 Vocal Master Class: The Top 9
Kimberley Locke’s “One Love” – A Preview
Old-timers have some game, too
CHART BEAT CHAT
Rosalynn Carter Institute Celebration
Top 20 Concert Tours
25 Winners Awarded $2,000 by Clay Aiken & Bubel/Aiken Foundation
This
Week's Hits:
Nicole Richie Marrying Justin Guarini? (nothing to do with
Clay)
April 8, 2004
Norah Jones hardly upset at absence from Rolling Stone cover
Tonka Bay woman a runner-up 'domestic diva'
Idols Clarkson and Aiken step into spotlight
A runner-up proves his princely worth
Clarkson appeases Clay-mates
Usher Extends Singles Chart Lead
Survivor activities at Relay For Life still accepting registration
“Don’t Be Sad”: An Interview with Amy Adams
Our
Point-by-Point Plan for the Pursuit of Perfection
'Will & Grace': The next 'American Idol's?
Elton
John Night – A Night of Finally’s…
Britney's tour a big draw in a crowded field
Clay
Aiken's 'Solitaire'/'The Way' remains top-selling single in U.S. and Canada
April 7, 2004
Clay Wows his Fans; Kelly Also There
American
Youth to Volunteer Service in Their Communities for National Youth Service Day
Cutielicious: Kelly And Clay's Live Show Heavy On The Sugar
‘American Idol’ gives too much power
to the People
Clay
Aiken retains top-selling single, but 'Solitaire' plummets on airplay chart
BET Provides More 'Exposure' for Videos
Brand New Clay images
Pop music icon Sedaka,
65, says show goes on
Volunteer wins national service grant
We’ll Be the Judge of That! – American Idol 3, April 6
We Watch So You Don't Have To
Clay and Kelly, a study in contrasts
Clarkson is just fine, but Aiken shines at `Idol' show
The dish on
Ruben
Ruben Studdard
Our
Point-by-Point Plan for the Pursuit of Perfection
'Will & Grace': The next 'American Idol's?
Elton
John Night – A Night of Finally’s…
Britney's tour a big draw in a crowded field
Clay
Aiken's 'Solitaire'/'The Way' remains top-selling single in U.S. and Canada
April 6, 2004
Culture Vulture: Musicians should serenade the cash
register and shill their own products
Clay Aiken:
The Lycos 50 for Week, April 3
Handsome Hanson
Can you say, 'bargain bin'?
April 5, 2004
In-your-face Perfect Circle concert a dark triumph
And in the central arena, the pros and cons of Kemper
Mom Knows What She Wants for Mother's Day, Do You?
Winning isn't
everything
DONALD TRUMP AND 'SNL' TEAM FOR AN EIGHT-WEEK HIGH
Powerhouse duo show promise
Clay
Aiken – The “Trump Method”
American Idol 3: Greatest Soul Classics – A Preview
Where's Ruben? `Idol' winner is touring solo at small venues
"AMERICAN
IDOL" CONTESTANTS TO PERFORM FROM THE SONGBOOK OF ELTON JOHN APRIL 6
Radio Station That Clay's Solitaire Built
Kelly Clarkson, a Christina Clone? I Think Not
April 4, 2004
Think a Osama collectible coin is offensive? Just you wait
Santa Claus vs.
the Easter Bunny
HE COULD GIVE
CLAY AND RUBEN A RUN FOR THEIR MONEY
The End 107.9 Sacramento - check the scrapbook Kelly & Clay
concert. (I was there Pic 13)
Coolly, GOP Tries to Woo Young Voters
Schenscher the chic pick in Final Four
April 3, 2004
WHAT'S UP WITH GOING DOWN?
Making the “Why Nots” Possible
for Children with Disabilities
The Kid's still alright
Fans in a frenzy for 'AI' duo
Surprise:
Aiken has talent
San Diego seen
D12's Digital 'Band' Sales Top 20,000
Interviews: American Idol: Conference Interview With Amy Adams
Is Ellen getting married? Folks in the know say no
Idols worshipped at
Glendale Arena
April 2, 2004
Pop raids the recycling bin
Music was afterthought for this 'American Idol'
'Idol' star, blues guitarist, soul legend added to SpringFest
Auditions for
Competition Open in Raleigh, Fayetteville
Conference Call Interview With Matt Rogers
Review: Clay Aiken's all the craze at Arco in 'Idol' lovefest
Live Wire!
About 101 Most Starlicious Makeovers
Letters - 'Feats of Clay'
Amphitheatre opens stage for summer performances
Idol Chartwatch, April 2: Mixed News
American Idol 3: Why I'm Disappointed that Amy is Gone
Interview 107.9 The End
'Idol' antics
Simple Plan Over? Korn Now Known As Corn? It Must Be April Fools' Day
This Week's Hits:
Usher, Blink-182, Sheryl Crow
YES talks to
Kelly Clarkson
More 'Idol' Contestants Hit the Charts
Exceptional Parent
-Focus on Autism
April 1, 2004
The Soul of the Game Ruben Studdard Plays Chicago April 9
Usher Crushes Norah on Charts
Go the pop idol way
'Idol' also-ran prepares for his next tour of duty
Diets, Sports,
Celebrities Top Search Lists
'American Idol' Clay
Aiken Holds Top Spot
This Week's Hits:
P. Diddy, Clay Aiken, Elvis
Stern fools fans into thinking he got booted
Adults Rock to Younger Musicians
April Foolery: Music world hit by April Fools'
Aiken says he'll teach special ed if his singing career
falters
Claws come out on Clay-bashing
Review:
Aiken idolized at Arco Arena concert
'Idol' also-ran prepares for his next tour of duty
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"THE WAY"
Apr 29, 2004 #5
Apr 28, 2004 #2
Apr 27, 2004 #3
Apr 26, 2004 #3
Apr 22, 2004 #3
Apr 22, 2004 #3
Apr 21, 2004 #2
Apr 20, 2004 #4
Apr 19, 2004 #3
Apr 16, 2004 #3
Apr 15, 2004 #1
Apr 14, 2004 #2
Apr 13, 2004 #2
Apr 12, 2004 #2
Apr 9, 2004 #3
Apr 8, 2004 #1
Apr 7, 2004 #2
Apr 6, 2004 #4
Apr 5, 2004 #4
Apr 1, 2004 #5
Mar 31, 2004 # 3
Mar 30, 2004 # 3
Mar 29, 2004 # 2
Mar 26, 2004 # 3
Mar 25, 2004 # 4
Mar 24, 2004 # 3
Mar 23, 2004 # 2
Mar 22, 2004 # 3
Mar 18, 2004 # 2
Mar 17, 2004 # 1
Mar 16, 2004 # 2
Mar 15, 2004 # 2
Mar 12, 2004 # 3
Mar 11, 2004 # 2
Mar 10, 2004 # 1
Mar 9, 2004 # 2
Mar 8, 2004 # 3
Mar 5, 2004 # 5
Mar 4, 2004 # 7
Mar 3, 2004 Premiere
Total Days on TRL: 39
#7: 1 day
#5: 3 days
#4: 4 days
#3:14 days
#2:13 days
#1: 4 days
[Ruben TRL recap]
"INVISIBLE"
Jan 27, 2004 TRL # 1
Jan 26, 2004 TRL # 2
Jan 22, 2004 TRL # 1
Jan 21, 2004 TRL # 1
Jan 20, 2004 TRL # 3
Jan 19, 2004 TRL # 2
Jan 16, 2004 TRL # 1
Jan 15, 2004 TRL # 1
Jan 14, 2004 TRL # 2
Jan 13, 2004 TRL # 1
Jan 12, 2004 TRL # 1
Jan 9, 2004 TRL # 1
Jan 8, 2004 TRL # 2
Jan 6, 2004 TRL # 5
Jan 5, 2004 TRL # 5
Dec 29, 2003 TRL # 4
Dec 23, 2003 TRL # 2
Dec 22, 2003 TRL # 3
Dec 19, 2003 TRL # 2
Dec 18, 2003 TRL # 3
Dec 17, 2003 TRL # 2
Dec 16, 2003 TRL # 2
Dec 15, 2003 TRL # 1
Dec 12, 2003 TRL # 1
Dec 11, 2003 TRL # 2
Dec 10, 2003 TRL # 2
Dec 9, 2003 TRL # 1
Dec 8, 2003 TRL # 1
Dec 5, 2003 TRL # 1
Dec 4, 2003 TRL # 3
Dec 3, 2003 TRL # 1
Dec 2, 2003 TRL # 2
Dec 1, 2003 TRL # 2
Nov 25, 2003 TRL # 3
Nov 24, 2003 TRL # 4
Nov 20, 2003 TRL # 2
Nov 19, 2003 TRL # 3
Nov 18, 2003 TRL # 3
Nov 17, 2003 TRL # 3
Nov 14, 2003 TRL # 2
Nov 13, 2003 TRL # 2
Nov 12, 2003 TRL # 2
Nov 11, 2003 TRL # 3
Nov 10, 2003 TRL # 2
Nov 7, 2003 TRL # 3
Nor 6, 2003 TRL # 2
Nov 5, 2003 TRL # 3
Nov 4, 2003 TRL # 4
Nov 3, 2003 TRL # 7
Oct 31, 2003 TRL # 8
Total Days on TRL: 50
#8: 1 day
#7: 1 day
#5: 2 days
#4: 3 days
#3: 11 days
#2: 18 days
#1: 14 days
Congratulations to Clay for having his first video
retired from MTV's TRL!Sales of MOAM
Week 01: 612,859 [#01]
Week 02: 224,854 [#01]
Week 03: 140,957 [#03]
Week 04: 113,375 [#08]
Week 05: 093,688 [#13]
Week 06: 107,246 [#15]
Week 07: 143,550 [#14]
Week 08: 122,864 [#11]
Week 09: 156,827 [#11]
Week 10: 212,000 [#11]
Week 11: 168,975* [#15]
Week 12: 055,000* [#22]
Week 13: 030,000* [#32]
Week 14: 026,000* [#35]
Week 15: 26,291 [#33] [estimate]
Total: 2,208,195*
*these are still estimates
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