Tidbits 9/28

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• Earthtimes.org - An article about American Idol Rewind says:

  In the September 29th premiere, viewers are greeted by Idol winner Ruben Studdard as he introduces the new season. Viewers will then hear from runner-up Clay Aiken, as he guides us through all seven audition cities and looks back on where American Idol Season 2 began its new search for the next music superstar.

• TMZ.com TMZ.com lets readers talk to the blog:

  Readers who want to offer their 2 cents about online news have a new way to vent.
  
  TMZ.com, the fast-growing entertainment blog co-owned by AOL, has started letting readers post audio comments about items on its website for playback by other people at the site. That's a next-generation leap from the written comments many sites have added...
  
  ...TMZ refined the technology, then relaunched the service about a month ago with an item - known as a "post" - about American Idol contestant Clay Aiken. The commenting service is free; readers need a laptop or PC with a built-in microphone. Comments are limited to 30 seconds in length.

• ElitesTV - American Idol Rewind 2 returns in syndication beginning tomorrow -

  American Idol Rewind is back, and this time the popular syndicated series will highlight Season 2, the year that put American Idol on the map with legendary talent and unprecedented ratings. Premiering Saturday, September 29th in most syndicated markets nationwide, American Idol Rewind will feature an introduction from Season 2 winner Ruben Studdard, narration by runner-up Clay Aiken and the best never-before-seen clips and interviews to-date.
  

• Louisville Courier Journal -

  Amen to that. Clay Aiken, Carrie Underwood and most singers never acknowledge Hanukkah on their holiday albums.
  
  "Oy Vey" is the perfect antidote to that.

• Press Enterprise - American Idol losers come out winning -

  As the records show, you don't need to be a winner on "American Idol" to make it big. In fact, it's even better if you lose. Take Clay Aiken and Jennifer Hudson as prime examples that losing makes you an even bigger star.

• Christmas tour mentions:
• Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
• The Times Tribune
• Wichita Eagle
  
• Richmond.com - 15 minutes up for American Idols?

  Elliott Yamin, Chris Daughtry and Clay Aiken...
  ...selling me a funnel cake. Your 15 minutes are up, guys. The Fair is hiring. You're welcome. Keep the change.
  

• The ConCLAYve - the evolution of Clay Aiken to become "This Man" -

  Four and a half years later, the boyish looking guy with the big voice is still a big part of my life. He's changed a lot. Some changes are obvious, such as his physical appearance. He's no longer the too skinny guy. He's filled out with broad shoulders and a fuller face one would expect from a man who will be 30 in a little over a year.