'Idol' wants DeGeneres Sep 11, 2009
" DeGeneres just launched the seventh season of her daytime show Tuesday, and for those wondering whether it's possible to host both "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" and work as a judge on "Idol," wonder no longer. Degeneres will miss the audition process, ongoing at the moment, and join the judges' panel in January, when the ninth season launches. For auditions, Fox has employed guest judges, including Victoria Beckham, Mary J. Blige, Kristin Chenoweth, Joe Jonas, Neil Patrick Harris, Avril Lavigne,... (Erie Times-News, PA)
DeGeneres joins Idol judging team Sep 10, 2009
Filming of the new season's American Idol auditions have seen Abdul replaced by a number of guest judges, among them Victoria Beckham, Katy Perry and Shania Twain. Abdul (centre) had been on the Idol panel from the show's beginning. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Not a joke: Ellen DeGeneres to replace Paula Abdul on 'American Idol' Sep 10, 2009
"Not sure what that means, but chances are it will have very little to do with singing, since she actually has less of a connection to the music world than Abdul and the three remaining campers plus the audition guest judges: Victoria Beckham, Mary J. Blige, Kristin Chenoweth, Joe Jonas, Neil Patrick Harris, Avril Lavigne, Katy Perry and Shania Twain. I'm thrilled to be the new judge on 'American Idol' said DeGeneres in the press release. "I've watched since the beginning, and I've always been a... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
'IDOL' CHATTER: Wade into the discussion Sep 10, 2009
The ninth season of AMERICAN IDOL premieres January 2010 on FOX. DeGeneres will join the judges' panel after the auditions, which will feature appearances by guest judges Victoria Beckham, Mary J. Blige, Kristin Chenoweth, Joe Jonas, Neil Patrick Harris, Avril Lavigne, Katy Perry and Shania Twain. "I'm thrilled to be the new judge on AMERICAN IDOL," said DeGeneres. (USA Today -- Life)
Ellen DeGeneres New 'American Idol' Judge The talk show host and comedian fills the chair vacated by Paula Abdul. Sep 10, 2009
Fox announced that DeGeneres joins Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Kara DioGuardi for the ninth season of the show, after the auditions, which will feature appearances by guest judges Victoria Beckham, Mary J. Blige, Kristin Chenoweth, Joe Jonas, Neil Patrick Harris, Avril Lavigne, Katy Perry and Shania Twain. "I'm thrilled to be the new judge on 'American Idol,'" DeGeneres said in a statement released by Fox. (ABC News)
Ellen DeGeneres to judge new "Idol" Sep 10, 2009
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Ellen named 'Idol' judge Sep 10, 2009
Victoria Beckham, Mary J. Blige, Avril Lavigne, Katy Perry and Shania Twain are among guest judges serving during the early rounds. American Idol' creator and executive producer Simon Fuller said he "could not be more excited to have Ellen join the 'American Idol' family.". (iAfrica.com)
DeGeneres named fourth Idol judge Sep 10, 2009
"Click for related contentAbdul had been replaced by a succession of guest judges as American Idol started next seasons auditions. Among them: Victoria Beckham, Mary J. Blige, Kristin Chenoweth, Joe Jonas, Neil Patrick Harris, Avril Lavigne, Katy Perry and Shania Twain but not the 51-year-old DeGeneres. Beckham especially was widely rumored to be interested in filling the position on a full-time basis. 2009 msnbc.com On Newsvine Rate Story:LowHighMORE FROM AMERICAN... (MSNBC -- News)
Shania Twain Slowly Back In Spotlight Sep 2, 2009
Shania Twain Slowly Back In Spotlight - CBS News ... Shania Twain Slowly Back In Spotlight ... Country Music Industry Ready For Shania Twain As She Slowly Steps Back Into The Spotlight. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Shania Twain slowly steps back into spotlight Sep 1, 2009
Peter Kramer / APShania Twain will be a guest judge on "American Idol" during the Chicago auditions ... WASHINGTON - Country music singer Shania Twain is slowly stepping back into the spotlight after the break up of her marriage to Robert Mutt Lange in May 2008 ... The country music industry is ready for Shania Twain to come back, definitely, said McEntire. (MSNBC -- News)
State Fair honors 'Heroes in Uniform' Sept. 6 (1) Aug 30, 2009
His recent hits include a duet with Shania Twain, "Party For Two," "Walk A Little Straighter" and "I've Got A Feeling.". Miss South Dakota State Fair will be crowned on opening day. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
UMSL's radio station shouldn't be taken for granted Aug 25, 2009
Some of my personal favorites include Nelly Furtado, Shakira, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Lupe Fiasco, Chrisette Michelle, Shania Twain and Green Day. I find the U very satisfying to all my musical tastes. (The Current Online, MO)
Paula replacement? Aug 23, 2009
No one likes to feel replaceable, but somewhere out there, Paula Abdul probably is feeling just that as she watches a parade of celebrities including Victoria Posh Spice Beckham, Shania Twain and Mary J. Blige settle into the fourth judges chair at auditions for the upcoming ninth season of American Idol. After Paulas Twitter announcement of her departure from Foxs star-making phenomenon, the shows producers have yet to name a permanent replacement for the spot next to... (The Palm Beach Post)
35th annual country show Aug 22, 2009
It wasn;t long before the legendary Shania Twain tapped him to be her duet partner in their smash hit ;Party for Two ... Currington has had a number of hits, including the No. 1 hits ;Must Be Doin; Somethin; Right; and ;Good Directions,; as a duet partner on Shania Twain;s ;Party for Two,; ;Tangled Up,; ;Don;t,; ;Walk a Little Straighter,; ;I Got a Feelin,;; and ;Why, Why, Why. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Paula Abdul Will Return To 'American Idol,' Perez Hilton Says Aug 21, 2009
" Until then, there are a number of celebrities who will try their best to be the next Paula Abdul and Hilton isn't impressed by the list. When it comes to the majority of the which include Joe Jonas, Mary J. Blige, Victoria Beckham and Shania Twain he said they don't have enough of an "it" factor to make it work, especially the woman formerly known as Posh Spice. One person he is rooting for is his friend and "Idol" guest judge Katy Perry. "I think Katy would have fun with it," he said. "I... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Joe Jonas and Kelly Clarkson to guest-judge on 'American Idol' Aug 21, 2009
We've got Posh Spice, Mary J. Blige, Shania Twain, still-unscheduled Katy Perry and now Joe Jonas and Kelly Clarkson. This is starting to sound like benefit album lineup. (FOX59, IN)
Shania Twain To Guest On 'Idol' Aug 20, 2009
Shania Twain To Guest On 'Idol' - CBS News ... Shania Twain To Guest On 'Idol ... American Idol' Adds Shania Twain To Its List Of Guest Judges Filling In For Paula Abdul. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Joe Jonas To Guest-Judge 'American Idol' In Dallas Aug 20, 2009
Rumors that Kelly Clarkson would be a guest judge are false, her rep says. " This report is provided by Services: Popular Links: theFABlife: VH1Classic.com: 00000000. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Celebrity birthdays for the week of Aug. 23-29 Aug 20, 2009
Country singer Shania Twain is 44. Actor Billy Boyd ("Lord of the Rings") is 41. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Obama joins back-to-school TV special Aug 20, 2009
Shania Twain is joining the ranks of "American Idol" guest judges. A spokesman for the show said yesterday that the country singer will take part in the Chicago auditions in late August. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Mexico's Inarritu to head jury at Tokyo International Film Festival Aug 19, 2009
MIN LEE AP Entertainment Writer. 1:17 AM EDT, August 19, 2009. (FOX61, CT)
Hildegard Behrens, renowned Wagner soprano, dies in Tokyo at age 72 Aug 19, 2009
SHINO YUASA Associated Press Writer. 2:01 AM EDT, August 19, 2009. (FOX61, CT)
Judge backs Hilton Aug 19, 2009
Twain a guest judge Shania Twain is joining the ranks of American Idol guest judges. A spokesman for the show said yesterday that the country singer will take part in the Chicago auditions. (Boston Globe)
Public viewing, tribute planned in Milwaukee for guitarist Les Paul; burial in hometown Aug 19, 2009
CARRIE ANTLFINGER Associated Press Writer. 4:33 PM EDT, August 18, 2009. (FOX61, CT)
Michael Jackson's Mexico fans to attempt world record for size of crowd dancing to 'Thriller' Aug 19, 2009
Michael Jackson's Mexico fans to attempt world record for size of crowd dancing to 'Thriller. 10:32 PM EDT, August 18, 2009. (FOX61, CT)
Big names coming to Alabama National Fair Aug 18, 2009
Posted: Monday, August 17, 2009 8:49 PM EST Updated: Monday, August 17, 2009 8:54 PM EST. MONTGOMERY, AL - The Alabama National Fair has announced the dates of October 9through October 18 for the 2009 Fair at Garrett Coliseum. (WSJA.com, AL)
Shania Twain may guest judge on Idol Aug 18, 2009
Shania Twain may guest judge on Idol- msnbc ... Shania Twain may guest judge on Idol ... First Posh, then Mary J. Blige and now Shania Twain. (MSNBC -- News)
Will Jessica Simpson, Shania Twain Be 'American Idol' Guest Judges? Aug 18, 2009
Will Jessica Simpson, Shania Twain Be 'American Idol' Guest Judges ... Will Jessica Simpson, Shania Twain Be 'American Idol' Guest Judges ... " Meanwhile, magazine is reporting that country star Shania Twain is in talks to be a guest judge. She could be one of the judges when the show makes a stop in Chicago on August 30 and 31, the mag reports. If Twain does sign on, she'd be joining when the show stops in Atlanta. and have also been confirmed as guest judges for this season, hoping to fill the... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Famous Canadian Vegetarians Aug 12, 2009
In 2001, Shania Twain became the first ever celebrity named Sexiest Vegetarian Alive by PETA.org. PETA reported that she hadn t eaten meat, fish or eggs since she married her then husband Mutt Lange, a music producer and longtime vegetarian, in 1993. (Suite101.com)
Nanci Griffith finds her voice again Aug 7, 2009
Griffith: Many have asked that, but I was actually inspired to write that by watching an interview with Shania Twain where she said it would not have mattered if she remained a lounge act for her whole career. It's not something you choose. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Artist Profile: Billy Currington Aug 3, 2009
Party For Two with Shania Twain. In 2004, Currington was tapped by superstar Shania Twain to duet with her on the single, "Party for Two." The video for the song, which featured Currington and Twain dancing on a table and swinging from a chandelier, was a success and earned Currington mass exposure in the country market. (Suite101.com)
Bleu returns to Boston to play at T.T. the Bears Jul 24, 2009
Not coincidentally, Bleu grew up addicted to the candied production techniques Robert Mutt Lange employed on all those Def Leppard (and Shania Twain) albums, and he counts ex-Electric Light Orchestra leader-turned-producer Jeff Lynne as one of his idols. A few years back, Bleu enlisted pals like Jellyfish s Andy Sturmer and the Candy Butchers Mike Viola to help him record an album-length tribute to Lynne titled L.E.O. Bleu says he even met the man himself. (Boston Globe)
Sweden's country girl Jul 16, 2009
A: I think it started with Shania Twain when she was getting big with. what was the song. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Second Cup Cafe: Jessie James Jul 12, 2009
James' influences include Shania Twain, LeAnn Rimes, Christina Aguilera, Janis Joplin and Bobbie Gentry. She's also a huge fan of rock music, and her favorite rock band is Nickelback. (CBS News)
Paris Hilton film trial rooted in Ponzi scheme Jul 9, 2009
The film's completion came as Utsick's Worldwide Entertainment venture was plummeting from its once-lofty perch that included setting up concert tours for acts such as Elton John, Shania Twain, Ricky Martin, Santana, the Pretenders and Aerosmith. The SEC claimed in a 2006 lawsuit that Utsick and his associates ran a Ponzi scheme, promising unreasonable returns while pocketing money to fund a lavish lifestyle and paying off older investors with cash from new ones. (Albany Times Union)
’80s bands’ resurgence tests her metal Jun 26, 2009
Speaking of which, if you ve ever wondered why Shania Twain enters your mind while you re listening to Def Leppard, the missing link is producer (and former Mr. Twain) Mutt Lange. Shania would ve had a field day with Animal - a sugared slice of milquetoast that smacks of Journey. (Boston Globe)
Taylor Swift Raps And Wins At CMT Awards Jun 18, 2009
" Swift said. "I want to thank Shania Twain for always making such theatrical videos, and I want to thank Garth Brooks for always putting his fans first. I take my cues from you. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Taylor Swift wins CMT video of the year Jun 17, 2009
I want to thank Shania Twain for always making such theatrical videos, and Garth Brooks for always putting the fans first. I take my cues from you, Swift said in accepting video of the year honors. (MSNBC -- Music)
Rock Band Country Track Pack Jun 17, 2009
SECTIONS CHANNELS ; GET GAMES. Country's biggest artists bring all new tracks to the Rock Band platform including Willie Nelson, Trace Adkins, Miranda Lambert, Sara Evans and More. (IGN PS2)
HOH’s One-Minute Recess: Hello, Larry! Jun 5, 2009
CNN went first, a team that included correspondents Dana Bash, Brianna Keilar and Jessica Yellin, who belted out a decent rendition of Shania Twain s That Don t Impress Me Much. Next up was Fox News, made up of Major Garrett, Bret Baier, Megyn Kelly, Molly Henneberg and James Rosen. (Roll Call)
Hometown rocker movin’ up down in Nashville May 18, 2009
While there, he worked with the Kentucky Headhunters, Shania Twain and Toby Keith. Back then, it was about the number of CDs sold. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Country Track Pack for RB May 14, 2009
Kenny Chesney, Alan Jackson, Rascal Flatts, Kenny Rogers, Shania Twain and more join Rock Band. May 12, 2009 - Rock Band loves country music too, and these tracks are among the most fun to play of any we've released to date," said Paul DeGooyer, Senior Vice President of Electronic Games for MTV Networks Music Group. "We've received a ton of requests from fans to bring more country to the game, and our artist partners responded. (IGN PS2)
Dhalla among top 50 beautiful Canadians May 8, 2009
TORONTO: Embattled Indian-origin MP Ruby Dhalla is among the 50 people on a new list of the "most beautiful" Canadians, which has been topped by country singer Shania Twain. Thirty-five-old Dhalla, who is battling allegations of mistreating her nannies, is the only Canadian of South Asian descent in the list. (India Times, India)
Welcome to Americanada May 3, 2009
Our artists are globally competitive how would Americans laugh without our comedians, and where would bad popular music be without our Bryan Adams, Celine Dion, and Shania Twain. and in a world where information flows in every direction via the Internet, protecting such antiquities as television broadcasters and book, magazine or newspaper publishers is as nonsensical as protecting the family farm. (Globe and Mail)
10 Questions for Taylor Swift Apr 28, 2009
Interview with Taylor Swift - TIME. 23, 2009 Taylor Swift Rick Day / Contour / Getty. (Time.com)
YouTube, UMG Pair Up For Music-Video Site 'Vevo' Apr 10, 2009
UMG's artists include U2, Kanye West, Sting, Mariah Carey, Shania Twain and Bon Jovi. On YouTube, the content will be available through Vevo. (Multichannel News)
Carrie Underwood Wins Top Academy Of Country Music Prize Apr 7, 2009
" It was a big night for the former "American Idol" winner, who also repeated last year's win as Top Female Vocalist. For the second year in a row, the Entertainer honor was determined by a popular vote during the broadcast, unlike past years, when the award was given out to the performer who sold the most concert tickets in the previous 12 months. Underwood wrested the top prize from perennial winner Kenny Chesney who has taken it home the past four years and became only the seventh woman to... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Underwood breaks Chesney's music award streak Apr 6, 2009
Underwood became only the seventh female act to win it, putting her alongside Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, Barbara Mandrell, Reba McEntire, Shania Twain and the Dixie Chicks. Taylor Swift took home album of the year honors and Rascal Flatts won their seventh in a row for top vocal group, but Sunday's ceremony was highlighted by performances that ranged from extravagant to poignant, perhaps none more so than John Rich's angry anthem Shuttin' Detroit Down. (USA Today)
Local songwriter trained in Nashville to achieve dream Apr 6, 2009
About 20 years ago, the Somerset woman s dog was hit by a car. As she sobbed, her husband, Doug, didn t cry. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Different, but good: Strait, Swift show diversity of country music at ACMs Apr 6, 2009
If Underwood takes it, she d become only the seventh female act to do so, putting her alongside Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, Barbara Mandrell, Reba McEntire, Shania Twain and, most recently, the Dixie Chicks in 2000. Hosted by McEntire, this year s show will feature appearances by all five entertainer nominees as well as Trace Adkins, Lady Antebellum, Miley Cyrus, Rascal Flatts, Johnson, Miranda Lambert, McEntire, Swift and other top names. (KHOU.com, TX)
Winners Announced for the 44th ANNUAL ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS Apr 6, 2009
Underwood is only the 7th female to take the award in the 39 year history of this category; previous winners include Loretta Lynn in 1975, Dolly Parton in 1977, Barbara Mandrell in 1980, Reba McEntire in 1994, Shania Twain in 1999 and most recently Dixie Chicks in 2000 ... Previous winners are Loretta Lynn (1975), Dolly Parton (1977), Barbara Mandrell (1980), Reba McEntire (1994), Shania Twain (1999) and Dixie Chicks (2000). (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Carrie Underwood Takes Top Honors At ACM Apr 6, 2009
Underwood became only the seventh female act to do so, putting her alongside Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, Barbara Mandrell, Reba McEntire, Shania Twain and, most recently, the Dixie Chicks in 2000. Her victory ended Kenny Chesney's four-year streak. (Click2Houston, TX)
Tearful Underwood takes top honor at ACMs Apr 6, 2009
Besides Underwood, the other female acts to win included Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, Barbara Mandrell, Reba McEntire, Shania Twain and the Dixie Chicks. Chesney kissed Underwood as she walked up to accept the honor. (MSNBC -- Music)
ACM Awards recap: Carrie Underwood's huge dress is my 'Academy' Idol Apr 6, 2009
Simon Cowell's favorite country princess became only the seventh female act to win entertainer of the year, putting her alongside Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, Barbara Mandrell, Reba McEntire, Shania Twain and the Dixie Chicks. HIGHLIGHTS OF THE SHOW. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Girls weekend in Nashville Mar 18, 2009
That s according to Shania Twain s former chart-topping hit, Man ... After a little spa time and a new pair of cowboy boots, you ll feel like a country music diva even if you aren t Shania Twain ready for a night on the town in Music City. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Jessica Simpson interview Mar 11, 2009
"I didn't say, 'I'm going to make a country record,' " says Simpson, who counts Martina McBride, Shania Twain, LeAnn Rimes, Patsy Cline and Dolly Parton among her favorite singers. She jokes that when she turned in songs for one of her pop albums to her record label, "they said I was too country. So I guess as a songwriter, it's more natural for me to write country music.". (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Dominance At Taube: 10 Years And Counting... Mar 9, 2009
"Baby One More Time" by Britney Spears, "Millennium" by Backstreet Boys, "Come On Over" by Shania Twain, "NSYNC" by `N Sync, "Ricky Martin" by Ricky Martin. Pro Sports Champs. (Gostanford.com)
Songbird with an eagle's stare Mar 7, 2009
"Then I was introduced to Shania Twain and Faith Hill and they became my ultimate heroes.". Fiercely ambitious, even before she was a teen, Swift and her parents ( her father was a Merrill Lynch stockbroker) decided her path to fame would be strongly American. (The Age, Australia -- Entertainment)
Fringe Festival begins at Webb Center Mar 5, 2009
His duet with Shania Twain, From This Moment On, remains one of the most popular songs on the radio. He continues to collaborate on duets with a stellar list of artists including Amy Grant and Steve Wariner, and writes hit songs for Wynonna Judd, Sawyer Brown and Joe Diffie. (Wickenburg Sun, AZ)
They know how to rock just hard enough Mar 4, 2009
It's worth nothing that the sing-along chorus to Gotta Be Somebody is powered by the same stomping beat that took Shania Twain up the charts, while the exuberance of the party-hearty Burn It to the Ground owes more than a little to the hook-heavy sound of Def Leppard. By contrast, the evening's least convincing moment was the band's leaden cover of Filter's Hey Man, Nice Shot, which captured neither the aggression nor the menace of the original. (Globe and Mail)
Celebrity Dog Names and Dog Breeds Mar 1, 2009
Tim - A German Shepherd owned by Shania Twain. Vivian - A mutt owned by Drew Barrymore. (Suite101.com)
Delta High School showcases talent Feb 27, 2009
From an original instrumental composition written and performed by Delta students to a rendition of Shania Twain s From This Moment On, creativity and talent abounded. These are some of the most dependable, artistic, creative students, said English teacher Beth Ann Bronkey. (Santa Maria Times)
Country music offered at Webb Center Feb 26, 2009
His duet with Shania Twain, From This Moment On, remains one of the more popular songs on the radio. He continues to collaborate on duets with a stellar list of artists including Amy Grant and Steve Wariner, and he writes hit songs for Wynonna Judd, Sawyer Brown and Joe Diffie. (Wickenburg Sun, AZ)
Parents sue state to get answers in daughter's death Feb 13, 2009
She loved music especially Shania Twain and Christmas songs. She loved feeling the breeze on her face when someone pushed her wheelchair outside. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
* Luminaries on the red carpet are going green Feb 8, 2009
Pamela Anderson, ex-Beatle Sir Paul McCartney, country music siren Shania Twain, and Hollywood heartthrob Joaquin Phoenix are just a handful of stars who have committed to vegetarian diets. Celebrities such as Faye Wong (), Maggie Q and Barbie Hsu (}D, also known as Big S, jS) have all embraced vegetarianism X and the list is growing. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
