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“American Idol” top three finalist Lauren Alaina kicked things into high gear this week with her cover of Elvis Presley’s 1958 hit “Trouble.” The song was penned by acclaimed songwriters Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller. This week’s episode was a tribute to them, with all of the Idols getti…

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CKX confirms offer for company from `American Idol’ creator Simon Fuller
CKX Inc. confirmed it has received an offer for the company from an investment group led by the hit show’s creator, Simon Fuller.

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How bashful Lee DeWyze won ‘American Idol’
DERRIK J. LANG AP Entertainment Writer Lee DeWyze, the bashful paint sales clerk championed early by the biting British judge on the Fox singing contest, was crowned “Idol” on Wednesday over single mother Crystal Bowersox. His victory was based on votes cast after Tuesday’s performances, which drew more acclaim from the judges for Bowersox, though DeWyze was Cowell’s favorite from the…

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Mega-churches are a hot training ground for ‘Idol’
APRIL 27, 2010 — Ties to churches are a common denominator for many contestants on “American Idol,” including Aaron Kelly, shown performing on the show April 27, 2010, in Los Angeles.

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Siobhan Magnus voted off ‘American Idol,’ but Randy Jackson Defends Eccentric Singer
Apr. 29–Cape Cod’s singing star Siobhan Magnus saw her “American Idol” ride end last night.

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