New releases for June 28, 2011: David Cook drops sophomore album, “This Loud Morning”
David Cook (AP file)
“American Idol” winner and former Tulsan David Cook releases his sophomore album, “This Loud Morning,” today on 19 Recordings/RCA Records.
Executive produced by Matt Serletic (Rob Thomas, Matchbox Twenty, Collective Soul), “This Loud Morning” features tracks written and co-written by Cook along with many acclaimed songwriters including, Tulsa native Ryan Tedder, David Hodges, Johnny Rzeznik, Kevin Griffin and Marti Frederiksen.
Look for my review of “This Loud Morning” in the coming days here on BAM’s Blog, on NewsOK and in The Oklahoman.
In addition, look for my review soon of the movie “Bloodworth,” available today on DVD and starring Kris Kristofferson, Dwight Yoakam, Val Kilmer and Hilary Duff.
Here is a list of new CDs, DVDs and book, from Amazon.com and VideoETA.com:
CDs
David Cook, “This Loud Morning.”
Beyonce, “4.”
Gillian Welch, “The Harrow & The Harvest.”
Various artists, “Rave On Buddy Holly.”
Selena Gomez and the Scene, “When The Sun Goes Down.”
Dolly Parton, “Better Day.”
Queensrÿche, “Dedicated to Chaos.”
Limp Bizkit, “Gold Cobra.”
Thievery Corporation, “Culture of Fear.”
DVDs
3 Backyards
Beastly
Beneath Hill 60
Bloodworth
Cyrus
Law & Order: Criminal Intent – Season 6
Lebanon, Pa.
Rizzoli & Isles: The Complete First Season
Season of the Witch
Sucker Punch
Warehouse 13: Season Two
The Warrior’s Way
Wild Cherry
Books
Unlikely Friendships: 47 Remarkable Stories from the Animal Kingdom by Jennifer Holland
The Help (Movie Tie-In) by Kathryn Stockett
The Aging Myth: Unlocking the Mysteries of Looking and Feeling Young by Joseph Chang PhD
Untold Story: A Novel by Monica Ali
The Deal from Hell: How Moguls and Wall Street Plundered Great American Newspapers by James O’Shea
Middle School, The Worst Years of My Life by James Patterson, Laura Park, Chris Tebbetts
David Cook to appear on “Today” this morning, “Lopez Tonight” Thursday
“American Idol” winner and former Tulsan David Cook releases his sophomore album, “This Loud Morning,” today on 19 Recordings/RCA Records.
Cook will be marking the release of “This Loud Morning” with a whirlwind series of appearances today in New York City, including a performance this morning on the NBC’s “Today” show. He then will head to the Paramount Hotel in Times Square for a special “This Loud Morning” performance for contest winners, hotel guests and VIPs.
He will celebrate the new album with a LIVE @ Best Buy performance at 6 p.m. today at the Best Buy’s Union Square location. The performance will be broadcast live at www.liveatbestbuy.com.
He also is set to perform Thursday on “Lopez Tonight,” airing at 11 p.m. on TBS.
Executive produced by Matt Serletic (Rob Thomas, Matchbox Twenty, Collective Soul), “This Loud Morning” features tracks written and co-written by Cook along with many acclaimed songwriters including, Tulsa native Ryan Tedder, David Hodges, Johnny Rzeznik, Kevin Griffin and Marti Frederiksen.
After winning the “Idol” title in Season 7, Cook went on to sell more than 1 million copies of his self-titled debut album and set out on a year long nationwide tour in support of his multiple hit singles. Released on Nov. 18, 2008, “David Cook” (19 Recordings / RCA Records) entered the Billboard charts at No. 3 and the digital album charts at No. 1, marking the best debut from an “American Idol” winner since 2006. Collectively the songs from “David Cook” have sold more than 3 million tracks and ringtones combined. Cook’s coronation single, “The Time of My Life” was certified platinum and is not only the biggest single debut but the highest selling coronation single in the show’s history.
Look for my review of “This Loud Morning” in the coming days here on BAM’s Blog, on NewsOK and in The Oklahoman.
-BAM
Video: David Cook talks about new album “This Loud Morning,” out Tuesday
“American Idol” winner and former Tulsan David Cook talks about his sophomore album, “This Loud Morning,” due out Tuesday on 19 Recordings/RCA Records, in these videos.
The second album from the Season 7 “Idol” champ has been called by Entertainment Weekly one of the “10 Summer Albums We Can’t Wait to Hear.”
Cook will be marking the release of “This Loud Morning” with a whirlwind series of appearances Tuesday in New York City. Immediately following his performance on the NBC’s “Today” show, he will head to the Paramount Hotel in Times Square Tuesday for a special “This Loud Morning” performance for contest winners, hotel guests and VIPs.
He then will celebrate the new album with a LIVE @ Best Buy performance at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Best Buy’s Union Square location. Starting at 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, the first 200 customers who purchase This Loud Morning at Best Buy’s Union Square location will receive a wristband for admittance Cook’s performance, as well as a guaranteed spot in line to have their copy of “This Loud Morning” autographed following his performance. The next 100 customers will receive a wristband guaranteeing them admittance to the signing. The performance will also be broadcast live at www.liveatbestbuy.com.
Cook premiered the music video for his first single “The Last Goodbye” on iTunes on May 23. The video was directed by the acclaimed and award winning Nigel Dick (Britney Spears, Oasis, Nickelback, etc.) and shot in Malibu.
Executive produced by Matt Serletic (Rob Thomas, Matchbox Twenty, Collective Soul), “This Loud Morning” features tracks written and co-written by Cook along with many acclaimed songwriters including, Tulsa native Ryan Tedder, David Hodges, Johnny Rzeznik, Kevin Griffin and Marti Frederiksen.
After winning the “Idol” title in Season 7, Cook went on to sell more than 1 million copies of his self-titled debut album and set out on a year long nationwide tour in support of his multiple hit singles. Released on Nov. 18, 2008, “David Cook” (19 Recordings / RCA Records) entered the Billboard charts at No. 3 and the digital album charts at No. 1, marking the best debut from an “American Idol” winner since 2006. Collectively the songs from “David Cook” have sold more than 3 million tracks and ringtones combined. Cook’s coronation single, “The Time of My Life” was certified platinum and is not only the biggest single debut but the highest selling coronation single in the show’s history.
Look for my review of “This Loud Morning” in the coming days here on BAM’s Blog, on NewsOK and in The Oklahoman.
-BAM
David Cook to debut new album “This Loud Morning” June 28 in Times Square
David Cook, who has Tulsa ties, will team with the iconic Paramount Hotel in Times Square, NYC to celebrate the release of his highly anticipated sophomore album “This Loud Morning” on June 28.
The second album from the Season 7 “American Idol” winner has been called by Entertainment Weekly one of the “10 Summer Albums We Can’t Wait to Hear.”
Immediately following his performance on the NBC’s “Today” show, David will head to the Paramount Hotel in Times Square June 28 for a special “This Loud Morning” performance for contest winners, hotel guests and VIPs.
Cook premiered the music video for his first single “The Last Goodbye” on iTunes on May 23. The video was directed by the acclaimed and award winning Nigel Dick (Britney Spears, Oasis, Nickelback, etc.) and shot in Malibu earlier this month.
“This Loud Morning” is currently available for pre-sale at DavidCookOfficial.com and other digital retailers.
Executive produced by Matt Serletic (Rob Thomas, Matchbox Twenty, Collective Soul), This Loud Morning features tracks written and co-written by Cook along with many acclaimed songwriters including, David Hodges, Ryan Tedder, Johnny Rzeznik, Kevin Griffin and Marti Frederiksen.
After winning the “Idol” title in Season 7, Cook went on to sell more than 1 million copies of his self-titled debut album and set out on a year long nationwide tour in support of his multiple hit singles. Released on Nov. 18, 2008, “David Cook” (19 Recordings / RCA Records) entered the Billboard charts at No. 3 and the digital album charts at No. 1, marking the best debut from an “American Idol” winner since 2006. Collectively the songs from “David Cook” have sold more than 3 million tracks and ringtones combined. Cook’s coronation single, “The Time of My Life” was certified platinum and is not only the biggest single debut but the highest selling coronation single in the show’s history.
-BAM
Video: David Cook to perform on “American Idol” finale tonight, debuts “The Last Goodbye” video
Former Tulsan and Season 7 “American Idol” champion David Cook will return to the “American Idol” stage for a live performance of “Don’t You (Forget About Me)” tonight on the Fox reality TV show. Earlier this year Cook recorded this as the farewell song for the 10th season of “American Idol,” which has been heard every week this season. The song, chosen by “Idol” creator and executive director Simon Fuller, is a remake of Simple Minds 1985 smash “Don’t You (Forget About Me).”
The “Idol” two-night season finale will air at 7 p.m. today and Wednesday on Fox.
Cook has already graced the “Idol” stage once this season when he debuted “The Last Goodbye” last month to rave reviews and stellar fanfare.
Cook premiered the music video for “The Last Goodbye” Monday on iTunes. It is free on iTunes this week.
The video was directed by the acclaimed and award-winning Nigel Dick (Britney Spears, Oasis, Nickelback) and shot in Malibu earlier this month.
Cook will be releasing his sophomore album, “This Loud Morning” (19 Recordings/RCA Records), on June 28. “This Loud Morning” is currently available for pre-sale at DavidCookOfficial.com and other digital retailers.
Executive produced by Matt Serletic (Rob Thomas, Matchbox Twenty, Collective Soul), This Loud Morning features tracks written and co-written by Cook along with many acclaimed songwriters including Tulsa native Ryan Tedder, David Hodges, Kevin Griffin and Marti Frederiksen.
After winning the “Idol” crown in season 7, Cook went on to sell more than 1 million copies of his self-titled debut album and set out on a year long nationwide tour in support of his multiple hit singles. Released on Nov. 18, 2008, “David Cook” (19 Recordings / RCA Records) entered the Billboard charts at No. 3 and the digital album charts at No. 1, marking the best debut from an “American Idol” winner since 2006. Collectively the songs from “David Cook” have sold more than 2 million tracks and ringtones combined. Cook’s coronation single, “The Time of My Life” was certified platinum and is not only the biggest single debut but the highest selling coronation single in the show’s history.
-BAM
Carrie Underwood named “American Idol’s” top earner
In this photo provided by Toys R Us, Inc., recording artist Carrie Underwood performs at the 2011 Toys R Us Children’s Fund Gala on Thursday, May 19, 2011, in New York.
Checotah native and Season 4 champion Carrie Underwood is now officially “American Idol”’s top earner, surpassing season 1 winner Kelly Clarkson.
In the new issue of the Hollywood Reporter, which features a 21-page package celebrating “Idol”’s 10th anniversary, the trade publication breaks down the show’s most successful graduates.
Last year, Clarkson reigned supreme on Billboard’s Top 24 “Idols” tally, with 10,600,000 albums and 15,900,000 digital tracks sold since 2002.
But as of May 16, Underwood’s album sales topped 12,296,000 and she’s moved more than 18,482,000 digital tracks since winning Season 4, reports The Hollywood Reporter.
Clarkson boasts 10,674,000 in album sales, and digital track sales of 17,254,000, according to the trade publication.
Underwood has spent a healthy chunk of the last two years on the road, most recently with last year’s 115-plus-date “Play On” tour.
The trade publication notes that Clarkson’s international presence is stronger than Underwood’s, who as a country artist plays mostly to U.S. and Canadian audiences. (Although Clarkson also has courted country fans in the past year with her hit duet with country star Jason Aldean, “Don’t You Wanna Stay.”)
But Clarkson has spent much of 2010 and 2011 working on her forthcoming fifth album – or spending rather than earning. To compare, Clarkson’s tour revenues since her win hover around $32,000,000, reports the trade pub, while Underwood has pulled in twice that amount since 2006, or upwards of $66,000,000.
Further cementing Underwood’s place at the top of the “Idol” heap is her recent foray into film. Underwood was cast for a supporting role in April’s inspirational biopic “Soul Surfer,” which grossed $39.5 million at the box office, and scored a guest spot on the popular sitcom “How I Met Your Mother.”
Season 7 winner and former Tulsan David Cook ranks No. 9 on HR’s top 10 “Idols” list, with album sales of 1,324,000 and digital track sales of 4,196,000. He is following his platinum-selling debut with June 28’s “This Loud Morning,” tours regularly and scored an endorsement deal with Skechers.
Cook will perform Tuesday on the two-night Season 10 “Idol” finale. Southern singers Scotty McCreery and Lauren Alaina will compete for the title at 7 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday on Fox.
To find out the other “Idols” on this year’s top earners list, click here.
-BAM
David Cook to premiere video, perform on “American Idol” next week
David Cook (AP file)
Former Tulsan and Season 7 “American Idol” champion David Cook will premiere the music video for his new single “The Last Goodbye” Monday on iTunes. The video was directed by the acclaimed and award-winning Nigel Dick (Britney Spears, Oasis, Nickelback) and shot in Malibu earlier this month.
Also on Monday, Cook, Checotah native and fellow “Idol” Carrie Underwood, “Idol” judge Jennifer Lopez and more will attend the ceremony honoring “Idol” creator creator and Executive Producer Simon Fuller with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
On Tuesday, Cook will return to the “American Idol” stage for a live performance of “Don’t You (Forget About Me).” Earlier this year Cook recorded this as the farewell song for the 10th season of “American Idol,” which has been heard every week this season. The song, chosen by Fuller, is a remake of Simple Minds 1985 smash “Don’t You (Forget About Me).”
The “Idol” two-night season finale will air at 7 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday on Fox.
Cook has already graced the “Idol” stage once this season when he debuted “The Last Goodbye” last month to rave reviews and stellar fanfare.
Cook will be releasing his sophomore album, “This Loud Morning” (19 Recordings/RCA Records), on June 28. “This Loud Morning” is currently available for pre-sale at DavidCookOfficial.com and other digital retailers.
Executive produced by Matt Serletic (Rob Thomas, Matchbox Twenty, Collective Soul), This Loud Morning features tracks written and co-written by Cook along with many acclaimed songwriters including Tulsa native Ryan Tedder, David Hodges, Kevin Griffin and Marti Frederiksen.
After winning the “Idol” crown in season 7, Cook went on to sell more than 1 million copies of his self-titled debut album and set out on a year long nationwide tour in support of his multiple hit singles. Released on Nov. 18, 2008, “David Cook” (19 Recordings / RCA Records) entered the Billboard charts at No. 3 and the digital album charts at No. 1, marking the best debut from an “American Idol” winner since 2006. Collectively the songs from “David Cook” have sold more than 2 million tracks and ringtones combined. Cook’s coronation single, “The Time of My Life” was certified platinum and is not only the biggest single debut but the highest selling coronation single in the show’s history.
-BAM
Carrie Underwood, David Cook expected to appear as “American Idol” producer Simon Fuller gets Hollywood Walk of Fame star
In this publicity image released by Fox, Season 4 "American Idol" champion Carrie Underwood performs during the 2010 "American Idol" finale at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles.
Season 7 "American Idol" champ and former Tulsan David Cook plays on the reality TV show in 2010 in this Fox publicity photo.
“American Idol” champions Carrie Underwood and David Cook, who both have Oklahoma ties, will be among the celebrities on hand Monday when “Idol” creator, TV producer and artist manager Simon Fuller receives his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
“Idol” judge Jennifer Lopez, the top 13 contestants from the show’s 10th season and Victoria Beckham also are expected to be on hand Monday morning as Fuller is honored with the 2,441st Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in the category of television, according to WalkofFame.com.
Celebrating his 25th year in show biz, Fuller has been certified by Billboard Magazine as the most successful British manager of all time, selling 360 million albums by stars that include Underwood, Cook, Annie Lennox, Kelly Clarkson, Spice Girls, Gary Barlow, Amy Winehouse, Daughtry, Adam Lambert and No.1 hit songwriter Cathy Dennis. In 2010, Apple and iTunes publicly recognized Fuller for his achievement in selling more than 250 million downloads on iTunes, making him the biggest music manager of the digital age.
“American Idol,” the multi-billion dollar TV format created by Fuller, has aired in more than 120 countries
Simon Fuller
and established new records in audience size and interaction. In addition, 100 million votes were cast in last year’s “American Idol” finale. “Idol” has also created a landmark charitable event, “Idol Gives Back,” which has raised more than $185 million to date for U.S. and global charities and won Fuller an Emmy Award.
“So You Think You Can Dance” has mirrored “Idol”’s success, becoming Fox’s No. 1 rated summer show in the United States, and launching hit versions in Canada, Australia, the UK and many other territories.
In sport, Fuller has crafted the spectacular career of David Beckham as he has grown to become the world’s most famous sportsman and a global ambassador for soccer. Fuller has also taken on the remarkable talent of world tennis star Andy Murray, building his profile and signing him to a multi-million dollar Adidas contract. In 2011, Fuller announced that he had signed F1 World Champion racing driver Lewis Hamilton.
In 2008, Fuller launched a new fashion business with iconic designer Roland Mouret and opened his first store in the heart of London’s Mayfair in February 2011. Fuller has also overseen the creation and development of the highly regarded Victoria Beckham fashion collection, which has after six seasons become a multi-million dollar business, winning praise from influencers that include American Vogue and Vanity Fair, and selling out in top-end stores around the world.
This year, Fuller was announced as executive producer of “Bel Ami,” a new movie starring Robert Pattinson, Uma Thurman, Christina Ricci and Kristen Scott Thomas, which is slated for autumn 2011 release.
Fuller’s star will be at 6268 Hollywood Boulevard in front of the W Hollywood Hotel.
-BAM
Video: David Cook returns to “American Idol” to perform “The Last Goodbye”
Season 7 “American Idol” winner and former Tulsan David Cook returned to the reality TV show Thursday to perform “The Last Goodbye,” the lead-off single from his forthcoming sophomore album, “This Loud Morning.”
Executive produced by Matt Serletic (Rob Thomas, Matchbox Twenty, Collective Soul), “This Loud Morning” features tracks written and co-written by Cook along with many acclaimed songwriters including Tulsa native and OneRepublic frontman Ryan Tedder, David Hodges, Kevin Griffin and Marti Frederiksen.
Earlier this year, Cook recorded the farewell song for the 10th season of “Idol,” which can be heard every week this season. The song, chosen by “Idol” creator and executive producer Simon Fuller, is a remake of Simple Minds 1985 smash “Don’t You (Forget About Me)”.
Before the singer/songwriter/guitarist had “The Time of My Life” on the reality TV contest, Cook moved from his hometown of Blue Springs, Mo., to Tulsa to join regional band the Midwest Kings. By the time he auditioned for “Idol” in 2007, Cook had launched a solo career, playing a regular date every other Wednesday at Tulsa’s Gray Snail Saloon.
After winning the “Idol” crown in Season 7, Cook went on to sell more than 1 million copies of his self-titled debut album and set out on a yearlong nationwide tour in support of his multiple hit singles. Released Nov. 18, 2008, “David Cook” (19 Recordings / RCA Records) entered the Billboard charts at No. 3 and the digital album charts at No. 1, marking the best debut from an “American Idol” winner since 2006.
Collectively the songs from “David Cook” have sold more than 2 million tracks and ringtones combined. Cook’s coronation single, “The Time of My Life” was certified platinum and is not only the biggest single debut but the highest-selling coronation single in the show’s history.
-BAM
David Cook releases new single “The Last Goodbye” today
Season 7 “American Idol” winner and former Tulsan David Cook released today “The Last Goodbye,” the lead-off single to his sophomore album.
“The Last Goodbye” was made available for sale at www.DavidCookOfficial.com, iTunes and all other digital providers, as well as be serviced to radio today, according to a news release.
“The Last Goodbye” also was made available as a free instant grat today for those who pre-order (or have already pre-ordered) Cook’s second album, “This Loud Morning,” on www.DavidCookOfficial.com. The site also features new premium album configurations, which include exclusive music, merchandise and signed memorabilia.
“This Loud Morning” (19 Recordings/RCA Records), will be released June 28.
Cook will be returning to the “American Idol” stage Thursday to perform the album’s first single, “The Last Goodbye.” “Idol” airs at 7 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays on FOX.
Executive produced by Matt Serletic (Rob Thomas, Matchbox Twenty, Collective Soul), “This Loud Morning” features tracks written and co-written by Cook along with many acclaimed songwriters including Tulsa native and OneRepublic frontman Ryan Tedder, David Hodges, Kevin Griffin and Marti Frederiksen.
“This album is the culmination of one of the loftiest endeavors I’ve ever undertaken. The end result is an album that I cannot wait to share with everyone,” Cook says in the release.
Earlier this year, Cook recorded the farewell song for the 10th season of “American Idol,” which can be heard every week this season. The song, chosen by “Idol” creator and executive producer Simon Fuller, is a remake of Simple Minds 1985 smash “Don’t You (Forget About Me)”.
Before the singer/songwriter/guitarist had “The Time of My Life” on the reality TV contest, Cook moved from his hometown of Blue Springs, Mo., to Tulsa to join regional band the Midwest Kings. By the time he auditioned for “Idol” in 2007, Cook had launched a solo career, playing a regular date every other Wednesday at Tulsa’s Gray Snail Saloon.
After winning the “Idol” crown in Season 7, Cook went on to sell more than 1 million copies of his self-titled debut album and set out on a yearlong nationwide tour in support of his multiple hit singles. Released Nov. 18, 2008, “David Cook” (19 Recordings / RCA Records) entered the Billboard charts at No. 3 and the digital album charts at No. 1, marking the best debut from an “American Idol” winner since 2006.
Collectively the songs from “David Cook” have sold more than 2 million tracks and ringtones combined. Cook’s coronation single, “The Time of My Life” was certified platinum and is not only the biggest single debut but the highest-selling coronation single in the show’s history.
-BAM
