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July
31, 2004
Fans Adore Him, But Aiken Does Little To Deserve It
Weird, talented, smart pets wanted
Billings Clay-mate wild for 'American Idol' star
Alicia Keys And Others Deep-Fry Themselves In "Butter"
Attractions build for Spiedie Fest
Clay Aiken Shows Stage Maturity Beyond His Years
ET on MTV & VH1 guide to the hottest guys
Backstage On The 'Idol' Tour
Nothin' could be fina than to be Carolina




July
30, 2004
Not a runner-up anymore
Shows for the whole family
Pieces of the Quilt - Clay Aiken at Age 25
Aiken fans host benefit before Tuesday concert
Movie music to close out concert season
Clay Aiken's busy summer on the road
'Claymates' of the year call Staten Island home
Aiken hopes to shed 'Idol' image some day
Fan gets sour note from Aiken's lawyer
Not much chance for Clay Aiken to slow down
RADIO DISCONNECT




July
29, 2004
Nickelodeon's 25th anniversary culminates with world's biggest playdate ever for kids
Sizzle or fizzle?
Feat Of Clay
Kelly Interview Clay mentions
CLAY AIKEN: Measure of the Man called AMERICAN IDOL
Feds OK Sony-BMG Merger
Avril Tries Her Hand At Acting In 'Nobody's Home' Video
"Idol" DeGarmo Takes a Tumble
clayaiken.com Disney's Aladdin Special Edition 2-Disc DVD



July
28, 2004
Clay Aiken: 15 minutes and counting
W.B. teacher gets youth service award
When a 'kid' might be a cop
Seeing Clay in Syracuse
I MET CLAY!, It's going to be on MTV!




July
27, 2004
The Vulture says goodbye to great shows, lip-synchers and 'Idol'
'IDOL' WISHES
Origin of the Species
Now I'M a Believer
Idol Appearance
MTV HITS Backstage Pass
We hang out with Clay Aiken & The Claymates in Baltimore

ADDING and REPLACING Don Kirshner Signs New Contract
Kelly Clarkson: The Woman Behind the Artist
Iowa Teacher Hector Ibarra Is Recipient Of First Youth Service America Award At 2004 Disneyhand Teacher Awards
I saw Clay at the Disney Teacher Hand Awards!! (photos too)
Clay Mate Or Clay Fan Who I Am I And Where Do I Belong? by Kimmi
'Idol' Host Seacrest's Talk Show Canceled



July
26, 2004
Achin' for Clay
Laugh tracks
Aiken To Show His Strength At Radio
Idols Floating across the Pond in Fragile Boats
An Evening with Clay Aiken - A Review of the Syracuse Concert
In Common With The King
Reality People Talk: Josh Gracin – Interview With a Country Music Star
The Latest Feat of Clay  'Idol's' Aiken makes nightclub debut 
Clay’s Choice of Music
DisneyHand Teacher Awards Gala - Arrivals
2004 Disneyhand Teacher Awards Gala
Mosh Pit Fans and Clay Aiken
Idol Chartwatch, July 31: Slip Sliding Away
What a Difference a Clay Makes



July
25, 2004
Singer Brings Out Obessive Nature
With a glitzy megastar blitz, who needs talent?
Clay Aiken Conquers Syracuse
Fest Pod Contest
Nonstop news from the 'mayor of Nerdville'
MTV is at the Syracuse concert interviewing Clay
Paula Abdul sighting proved my wife wrong



July
24, 2004
The Clay Aiken Challenge
This Week's Hits: Sheryl Crow, Black Eyed Peas, Metallica
Students earn funds as valets
Clay In "mad" Magazine
Stepping Out of the Spotlight by Dina



July
23, 2004
'Idol' stars leave drama behind to embark on national tour
Concerts calendar (sold out)
Clay Aiken at Carowinds
Sedaka's pop hits live on
Tons of fun near Lehigh
Geek appeal thrills Clay Aiken audience
Local woman collects memorabilia of 'America Idol' star
A nice boy to marry your daughter
The 2004 DisneyHand Teacher Awards (poss Clay appearance)
Colorado Springs Style Magazine
Lighting And Sound Magazine, w/transcribed article (RHT)
The Voice of Clay Aiken by By Rachel R. New Clay Reporter
Clay Aiken's fans log on to rave about performance
ET On The Road With The American Idols!
RockOnTv shows Clay on ET on MTV & VH1 this weekend



July
22, 2004
'Idol' experience goes beyond expectations
Clay Aiken: "My poodle taught me how to sing!"
Dreams are coming true for 'Idol' runnerup
Aiken on tour
Review: Most Idols lack needed flavor
Pavilion hosts 'Carolina Idol' auditions
The city still remains an intriguing place
Kelly Clarkson, Lindsay Lohan Provide Entries To Princess Diaries 2 LP
FANTASIA TO PLAY ARETHA ON NBC
Clay Aiken is a school teacher distracted by fame
Hunkapalooza
Who is this year's sexiest musician? (What!!no Clay?)
A Busy, Memorable Weekend
Fate deals ‘sexy’ Aiken a winning hand



July
21, 2004
The Starr Report
A case of 'Idol' worship
Singing star wannabes invited to take part in Victoria Idol
Cherie Blossoms
American Idol Updates, July 21: Surprise, Surprise (non Clay)
Aiken’s boy-next-door appeal, voice pair up to wow the crowd
Cowell stunned by woeful lack of talent
TV briefs: "American Idol" sets next audition dates
Former 'Idol' star hasn't been idle
Playing to the crowd (non Clay ticket sales)
American Idol—ized
Lohan, Kutcher Will Grace Teen Choice Stage
 


July
20, 2004
Vanity Fair vs. Vanity Fair
Idol Chartwatch, July 20: It's Good to Be a "Patient Man"
Open call for bad singers
Clay Aiken and Krispy Kreme Partner
What are celebrities listening to?
How was the Clay Aiken concert? (poll)
Weight Worry -- The New Lycos 50
Clay Aiken Pre-Party Fund-Raiser
MetroStars Weekly Report (Josh)
The Marine who would be an 'Idol' (Josh)
Down-to-earth idol brings debut tour to Portsmouth
Put a bow on that ballot box



July
19, 2004
Ticket sales slow at Meadowbrook
The Bubel-Aiken Foundation to take part in second annual Los Angeles Times KidCity event
Gastonia Krispy Kreme offering special activities
Aiken, Arthur team up
'Idols' give Everett taste of pop reality
Clay Aiken Wants His Own Comedy Show
The search is on for next 'Idol'
Aiken Keeps His Lyrics Clean
AN OPEN LETTER TO RADIO PDs and DJs ON PLAYING CLAY AIKEN



July
18, 2004
Clay Aiken greeted with idol worship
Christian rock takes the stage
Business Notes
Listen to a message from Clay & Cherie




July
17, 2004
Sounding a note of summer
NAMES & FACES
Greenville, SC newspaper article-Tour promotion! (newspaper scan)
Small-town guy, big success
Summer Concert Tours Hit Early Slump
Scoop Clay Aiken Pop Quiz
Q&A Josh Gracin




July
16, 2004

Seldom idle now
Bubel/Aiken Foundation Announces New Partnership With Krispy Kreme Doughnuts
Arts Briefly
NAMES & FACES
Old memories
The Great Paula Abdul Vocal Hoax
Clay Aiken spends day at summer camp in Concord
Catching Up With Clay: Tour, Book, CD On Way
Kids Stars Of Camp Dreamed Up By Aiken
The feats of Clay
An Introduction of Canadian Idol 2 to the American Audience
Canadian Idol: The Top 10 Is Complete And Looking A Bit Shabby
Two Austins and an Aiken -- The Three Men in my Life By Dianne Austin
This Week's Hits: Eminem, Bette Midler, Jimmy Eat World



July
15, 2004
Clay Aiken very aware of his ultrafast ascent to stardom
Got Milk? Vote for Clay to Appear in Ad
We Hear That the Fan Club Is Pretty Big Actually
Arts Briefing
THE BUZZ
Vanilla, sure, but Aiken can deliver it well
Collectible Concepts Launches Arthur CD on Amazon.com
Best-selling books from Amazon last week
Delightful DeGarmo Ready For The Road
"MADtv" LAUGHS INTO TRIUMPHANT 10TH SEASON WHEN IT PREMIERES SEPTEMBER 18, ON FOX
Fantasia sings National Anthem (video)
Fox makes changes to 'American Idol,' unveils new programming
Sports: Ali was funny, Ruben rocked and Fantasia plain stunk
Shaky performances dot Idols' kickoff
Clay Aiken spends day in Concord (video)





July
14, 2004
'Idol' chatter
Clay Aiken plans Carowinds show
Nickelodeon's 'Let's Just Play' Campaign Comes to Fayetteville on Saturday, July 24
French vocalist Cherie makes an impact in America
No complaints from 'Idol' finalist Kimberley Locke
Celebrations tell democracy's story
Major League fun
CBSNews Clay Aiken videos
Aiken sings hits both old, new



July
13, 2004
INDEX OF CLAY TOUR MERCHANDISE
BIZ HAS SOMETHING TO SING ABOUT
Critics and Clay Aiken Fans
This Just In: Clay Aiken to perform at Carowinds
Idol runner-up Guarini hits the stage
'Idol' Tour To Feature Hits By Outkast, Alicia Keys, Beyonce
2004 Mid-Year Top 100 Tours
The Early Show Wednesday, 07/14: Clay Aiken performs
The Lycos 50 for Week Ending July 10, 2004
Family briefs: Aiken meets an Aardvark and more
Note to Clay: Leave the U2 tunes alone
Fox to launch reality channel
Fox Reality Channel to debut with new, repeat shows
Clay Aiken: The Truth Revealed ... Finally!
‘Idol’ also-ran Aiken brings 1st-class talent to Civic Center show




July
12, 2004
CLAY IN SIOUX FALLS SD by Bertie Smith
Your guide to hits and misses for summer concerts
What, when & where
Idol Chartwatch, July 12: Risin’ Up
Illinois State Fair kicks off in August
Bid to win FRONT ROW tickets and MEET Clay Aiken!
Review: Give Clay Aiken some credit where it’s due
Week of July 19 scheduled to honor the Bubel/Aiken Foundation
Clay vis-a-vis Ryan



July
11, 2004
Bubel's banner included in exhibit
Aiken’s fans fill stands at Fox Cities Stadium
Aiken turns Opie Taylor look into Tom Jones appeal
not just an idol anymore
State Fair Offers Diverse Entertainment Lineup
Big stars are lined up for county, state fairs
See a real state fair and explore the Twin Cities



July
10, 2004
Acting Aiken: 'Idol' fans imitate Clay for tickets
Fantasia Barrino and Diana DeGarmo also hold top spots on Canadian sales charts
'I feel like I've been cheated'
Studdard plane seat grounds music gig
Aiken grows comfortable in his celebrity status
Buena Vista Sponsoring Aiken Tour
American Idol: Jasmine Trias Will Be On 'North Shore" July 12
A slow start, but steady ascent took him to top



July
9, 2004
RALPH ENGELSTAD ARENA CONCERT: Clay Aiken draws Claymates, Claynadians and Aiken Hearts
Keeping Up With the Idols
Clay Aiken ‘Idol' crooner enjoying the ride along with fame
The Lovable Loser
Come to Portland
TAMYRA GRAY ADDED TO THE BAND-WAGON
'American Idol' star to visit Women's Fair
Don´t forget to feed your reading habit
Citizen's Views On A Future Facility
ET on MTV & VH1





July
8, 2004
Fair hopes to draw record: Big names, big crowds, big fun
CLAYMATES, START YOUR ENGINES
Clay's way
Clay Aiken big Arthur fan
Searches Reflect Spectrum of Interests
Ruben Studdard Decides Christmas Just Isn't Spiritual Enough
Ruben Studdard's remix single 'What If?' with Kayne West opens to dismal sales
Final eight singers battle for spots in Idol showdown
Best-selling books from Amazon last week
Disney's ALADDIN Special Edition 2-Disc DVD to be the Exclusive Sponsor for Clay Aiken's First Headlining Nationwide Tour
Canadian Idol-final eight battle for spot in top 12



July
7, 2004
Taking names
Foundation funds wheelchair-accessible swing
Re-Visiting “The Profile and Power. . .” The Unbelievably Dedicated Fan Base For Clay Aiken
Clay Aiken No longer 'Invisible'
Patriotism in the Pajaro Valley
Aiken brings Arthur to life for AIDS fund
On Top Of Her Game -- The New Lycos 50
EYE ON TV
Top 10 "Idol" finishers set to sing
EVENTS CENTERS: No-shows: A part of business
Killing Me Softly
Clay Aiken - On the road again
Fantasia Beats Diana DeGarmo Again — This Time In Stores
Clay Aiken on Kimmel



July
6, 2004
Security features big on July 4th
TEEN ENTERTAINMENT
THE STARR REPORT
This R&B sensation is no average JoJo
'Idol' Champ Fantasia Tops Singles Chart
Who'll Sell More: Fantasia Or Diana? The Experts Weigh In
Clay Aiken : Re - Visiting “ The Profile and Power . . . ”



July
5, 2004
Laugh no more - hip new cool kids on the block these days are . . . the nerds
Manilow's still the ace mellow man
Rain cancels parade, but fireworks and concert go on as scheduled
American Idyll
'Love or Money' down to the wire
'Idol' champ Fantasia tops singles chart
Do we really need music critics?
YORK FAIR Pre-Clay party
Aiken Spoils Vacation With Forgetfulness
The Watercooler -A Capitol Fourth
Idol Chartwatch, July 6: A Week of Firsts




J
uly
4, 2004
Where to go to get your Fourth of July fix
A Night to Remember Always!
Independence on TV
Now hear this
Rehearsal photos
Rain Dampens July 4 Celebrations




July
3, 2004
TV critic's choice for July 2-6
How we see it
The wailing mutes national concerns
'Believe': Fantasia Knocks Usher from No. 1
A Review of the Signs, Predictions and Debut CDs of AI3 Finalists
Fantasia: I Now Believe
American Idol Updates, July 2: Fantasia #1 and Other Success Stories
Wilkes Barre Concert





July
2, 2004
Quality Time With Clay!(video)
IN RALPH ENGELSTAD ARENA: Clay Aiken: The pop star next door
Fantasia's Single Sales Pale In Comparison To Clay, Ruben And Kelly's
Measure of a Man
Prime time sparks up Fourth's specials
``Arthur Celebrity Audiobook'' Now Available for Purchase Exclusively at Amazon.com
Early Show Wednesday, 07/07 Clay Aiken performs
Friend's going to Iraq creates new thoughts about 4th of July
The British are back
MY QUICK TRIP TO HEAVEN AND BACK
Clayboard OFFICIAL GMA/EARLY SHOW REVIEWS AND RECAPS THREAD
Early Show RHT thread




July
1, 2004
Music industry ahead by a touchdown
ON TV
`American Idol' rivals go on the record
Yeadon boy will meet his ‘Idol’
Miss Illinois contest attracts crowd
Capitol salute to Ray Charles
Worshipping false idols Reader Opinions
Clay Aiken's star rises with PBS special
In Defense of Clay Aiken Fans Everywhere
'Idol 3' Fantasia Barrino's 'I Believe' track debuts at #1 on Billboard Hot 100
FANTASIA IS LIVING A FANTASY: Single drops and she’s at the top.
Britney Weds A Dead Head, While Bennett Sing For His Supper
Josh Gracin's Debut Album Highest Selling In Twelve Years!
Capitol Concert Marks America's July 4th Celebration
Ryan Seacrest Getting More 'Air' Time
The Clay Show Formerly Known as Jimmy Kimmel Live
Backstage With the Idols! (video with Clay)



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RETIREMENT CONGRATULATIONS FOR ALL OUR EFFORTS FOR OUR MAN CLAY !!!


"THE WAY"

May  20, 2004 #2
May  19, 2004 #5
May  18, 2004 #4
May  17, 2004 #4

May  11, 2004 #4
May  10, 2004 #2
May  7, 2004 #3
May  6, 2004 #2
May  5, 2004 #3
May  4, 2004 #5
May  3, 2004 #5
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: 50

#7: 1 day
#5: 6 days
#4: 7 days

#3:16 days
#2:16 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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