I’ve always loved Sharing the Night Together. This lovely little song holds many memories for this child of the 80s, and while the song never really meant anything to me (read: never had anyone to ‘share the night’ with while that song was popular), the tune and the lyrics always bring a pleasant little smile to my face. Imagine my shock and utter glee when I learned that Elliott Yamin actually has a version of this song!...

Cathy and I asked our cousin Joemel to buy us a copy of Elliot Yamin’s self-titled debut album, which we will enjoy upon his return to the Philippines in April. Meanwhile, I downloaded tracks to give the album an advance listen, and I will stake my reputation as a musician, music reviewer, and Idol fanatic in what I am about to say. Elliott Yamin delivers arguably the best debut pop album from any Idol contestant from any previous...

My dear friend Tina is leaving for greener pastures. I can’t blame her, because she’s perfect for the job. When a friend leaves, one tends to go through a rush of conflicting emotions. Like Blanche Devaraux, I call it magenta. You’re not exactly blue knowing she’s leaving. You’re happy for her but a little green with envy because her career’s on the uprise. You’re a little scared for her new...

My favorite radio station, Jam 88.3, has two new shows that you have got to listen to! The first show is titled Nightlife: The Rick and Patti Show! Hosted by DJs Rick Rude and Patti, it’s a regular morning show… but at night! The show airs 9PM – 12MN, and it’s a talk show that listeners can call in to share their opinions on the topics of the evening. Phone line is 6318803. All you call center people and the rest of...

Academy Award and Golden Globe winner Jennifer Hudson has claimed her first #1 hit on a Billboard chart. Her version of And I Am Telling You (I’m Not Going) tops the Billboard Hot Dance Club Play chart in its seventh week. According to Billboard columnist Fred Bronson, Hudson claims the 112th #1 hit for the Idol franchise, but is the first to top this particular chart. Prior to Hudson’s #1 achievement, the highest an Idol...

  For this week’s Thursday Thirteen (Fridays in Manila), I write down 13 reasons why American Idol finalist Sanjaya Malakar survived to make the next round of American Idol. 13. Sanjdance dances a heckuva lot better than Sundance. 12. Sanjaya kept the lyrics to “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” in his hair – and as a result, didn’t forget the lyrics, unlike Brandon, Stephanie, and Haley. 11....