David Whitely is a freelance writer based in New York City. He puts pen to pad, well in this case fingers to keys, in covering hip-hop, music, pop-culture, fashion, sports, and all things cool. He's been published in Complex, Dr!p Magazine, Unrated Urban Magazine, Unrated Magazine, and !Yo Raps magazine—with credits as a reviews editor. Currently, David's witty and informative commentary can be seen at Complex.com, Dr!p Magazine, and TheDrop.fm.
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‘American Idol’ Season 12, Episode 8 Recap: Nicki Minaj Is Disappointed During Men’s Auditions
So after Wednesday night's group round of 'American Idol' auditions, the guys had the opportunity to shine by themselves in tonight's solo round.
Trevor Blakney Forgets Lyrics on ‘American Idol’
Damn Trevor, what happened? Were you too focused on the name of your group, Country Queen, and your group mates' demeanors to remember the words?
Frankie Ford Falls Apart, Gives Best Struggle Face on ‘American Idol’
We get it, everyone sort of cracks when experiencing high pressure moments, but the key is not to completely breakdown and fall apart. Frankie Ford really had a shot at a top 'Idol' spot with Nicki Minaj, Mariah Carey and now Keith Urban on his side. But when you fall apart mid-performance, you have no one to blame but yourself for your downfall.
Kayden Stephenson’s Story Ends on ‘American Idol’
One of the fan favorites from the first round of 'Idol,' young Kayden had most thinking that he was going to be on the show for quite sometime, unfortunately, that won't be the case.
‘American Idol’ Season 12, Episode 7 Recap: Nervous Breakdowns and Group Fails at Hollywood Men’s Auditions
Last night's 'American Idol' was the start of the Hollywood auditions with the fellas kicking things off.
Destiny’s Child Reunite With ‘Bootylicious’ + More at Super Bowl XLVII
Popping up from the floor, Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams joined Beyonce onstage to kick off the Destiny's Child reunion at Super Bowl XLVII in New Orleans.
Beyonce Performs ‘Love on Top,’ ‘Baby Boy’ + More at Super Bowl XLVII
The pyrotechnics were on full display as Super Bowl XLVII welcomed Beyonce to the stage.
Alicia Keys Sings National Anthem at Super Bowl XLVII
Unlike Beyonce, people can't throw shots at Alicia Keys after her National Anthem performance at Super Bowl XVLII in New Orleans. One word comes to mind for the singer's set: flawless.
Zoanette Johnson Sings National Anthem as ‘Big Crazy Barb’ on ‘American Idol’
Every season of 'American Idol' there are always one or two people that you never forget from the auditions, and Zoanette Johnson is one of them. Her singing aside, she just seems like one of those people you want to be around because of how outgoing and crazy she is.
Kayden Stephenson Sings Stevie Wonder’s ‘I Wish’ on ‘American Idol’
At first glance, Kayden Stephenson looks like your average 16-year-old kid who wants to sing, but he's battling a terminal illness that is expected to take his life by the time he turns 35. Despite living with what many consider to be a death sentence, Kayden pushes along to fulfill his dream of being a singer, and now takes a crack at 'American Idol.'