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Jason Castro Embarks on Mall Tour, Thinks It's the 1980'sOriginal at Vote for the Worst
• Wed, Sep 30
By againstallodds For some reason, Jason Castro wants to be the next Tiffany, so his label is sending him on a mall tour. That's not the sad part. The concerts are all free, so the greedy Cash-ho family won't even be making any money off of it. Beasty sad. Because we know no one is actually interested in attending eve...
Vote NOW on Radio Disney
Original at Jason Castro
• Sat, Sep 26
Jason says: Call Now! 877-870-5678 or vote here: http://radio.disney.go.com/speak/music_mailbag.html)
Must-buy (or pre-order) CD: Jason Castro's debut albumOriginal at normannorman (WordPress)
• Mon, Sep 21
By Norman Here’s a teaser photo of the dreadlock-haired Jason Castro from the digital download package available with the CD pre-order. Jason Castro Digital Pack (pre-order) Just got an update from JasonCastromusic.com (which Jason Castro himself posted) that his debut albu
Even iTunes Knows Jason Castro is a Douchebag
Original at Vote for the Worst
• Tue, Sep 1
By againstallodds If you search for Jason Castro at the iTunes Store, you get 2 results from Jason himself, but you also get a 3rd result that is hilariously fitting. Try it for yourself! read more
Jason Castro talks about his new single, his upcoming debut album, and (not) getting the last laugh
Original at music-mix.ew.com
• Wed, Aug 19
By Michael Slezak Jason Castro’s jaunty major-label debut single, “Let’s Just Fall in Love Again, Jason Castro’s jaunty major-label debut single, “Let’s Just Fall in Love Again,
Jason Castro might smell like weedOriginal at topidol (WordPress)
• Mon, May 25
By TopIdol Screw that. I want Jason Castro to come clean. Stoner J, please make a formal statement telling the world that yes, YOU LOVE TO TOKE THE FRAK UP. Ugh… You stand up for Jason!!! Yes. Let’s not offend the Holy Dynasty of American Idol and Disney. No. NEVER.
Live from the Idoldome: What you didn't see on TV -- the final night!Original at Los Angeles Times
• Wed, May 20
RR 3:59 pm: The next former "Idol" contestant to come by is Syesha Mercado in form-fitting black. She's looking fierce; way more fierce than she ever sang last season. -- DM 3:57 pm: Last year's "Idol" contestant Jason Castro sees himself now as a big ... Idol Beat: The Final Two Houston Press
MUSIC REVIEW
Original at Worcester Telegram
• Fri, Apr 17
MA And, yes, it would have been energized by the addition of a Season 7 finalist who placed higher than the 10th finishing Chikezie: say, dreadlocked heartthrob Jason Castro. That said, once the show got rolling, the ably rendered music turned what could ...
Idol Finalist Jason Castro Inks New Deal
Original at antiMUSIC.com
• Wed, Apr 15
CA was a top story for this week. Here it is again: (Atlantic Records) Atlantic Records has announced the signing of singer/songwriter Jason Castro. The Texas-based tunesmith, best known as the third runner-up on ...
Jason Castro Has Stockpiled More Than 30 Songs For Debut
Original at MTV.com
• Wed, Apr 15
By Gil Kaufman To Jason Castro fans, this week's news that the dreadlocked "American Idol" season-seven finalist inked a recording contract with Atlantic Records must have seemed like a return from a long, lonely exile. But for Rockwall, Texas, ...
'American Idol': What's your favorite Adam Lambert YouTube clip?
Original at Entertainment Weekly
• Fri, Apr 10
I saw Kris' Over The Rainbow that he did exactly like Jason Castro last year ( BTW- heard yesterday Atlantic signed Jason- holla!) and I loved Anoop's Clefhanger stuff, but neither one of them are consistantly good on the show. ...
Opinion: American Idol: Who's Bad?
Original at TV Fodder
• Tue, Mar 10
But with all his jamming on the guitar I started to wonder if pretty soon he was gonna grow some dreads like last year's contestant Jason Castro. Randy thinks he sounds more like Jason Mraz, but either way, he'll probably get a good amount of votes ...
Jason Castro: Wednesday Night Sneak Peek
Original at TV Envy
• Mon, Mar 2
Rumor has it that American Idol alum Jason Castro will appear on the Wednesday night results show to sing his ditty “Love Uncompromised.” In the video above, you can see Castro’s performance of the same song on Idol Wrap Up, one of the many reality ...
Brooke White Single Climbs to #7 on iTunes, Jason Castro Set to Perform March 4th, Kelly Clarkson March 11
Original at mjsbigblog
• Sat, Feb 28
By mj Brooke White - Hold up My Heart Stay tuned next week when Jason Castro, continuing the Season 7 parade, debuts his new single, “Love Uncompromised” on the March 4th results show. Brooke White, Jason Castro, Kelly Clarkson Brooke White, Jason Castro, Kelly Clarkson
Broke Your Throne and Cut Your Hair
Original at Jason Castro
• Tue, Feb 17
It all started when dreadlocked Jason Castro sang Cohen's "Hallelujah" on “American Idol” last March. Simon Cowell was duly impressed, as were American audiences, who promptly sent Jeff Buckley's 1994 cover of the same song to the top of the iTunes charts.
Opinion: Castrocopian Know-It-Alls Know How to Count to 366 (One Extra For the Leap Year) Even When We're Drunk
Original at Jason Castro
• Sun, Feb 15
McLovin: A position we still maintain, Lemon. (Sadly, our Jason Castro Shoes campaign didn't take off at all.) It's been a crazy year fer realz, chock full of jocularity, contempt for Simon, being proud of Jason, contempt for Nigel, good tunes and video, a valiant effort to mount contempt f...
American Idol: Michael Castro performs at home
Original at Dallas Morning News
• Thu, Feb 5
TX - americanidol Michael Castro, brother of American Idol Season 7 finalist Jason Castro, will perform in Rockwall tomorrow night. Check out his busy Friday ...
Jason Castro: Hallelujah: Amar A Morir Premiere: The Santa Barbara Film FestivalOriginal at masterclasslady.com
• Mon, Jan 26
By masterclasslady Jason Castro’s performance of the Leonard Cohen classic, Hallelujah, at the Santa Barbara Film Festival is nothing short of outstanding. In fact, it is a distinctly inspirational vocal interpretation, one that signifies that, beneath Jason’s shy demeanor, lies a sensitive, yet sop...
American Idol 2009 - Kansas City Auditions
Original at Curlio.com
• Tue, Jan 20
It was time for Jason Castro’s brother Michael Castro. They showed clips indicating that interviews either. Michael mentioned in one of those that Jason is ... A Dose of Reality: American Idol 8: The Good, the Bad, and the ... The Trades American Idol" Hits San Francisco, Doesn't Quite Find Its Hea...
Opinion: A Retrospective Of Jason Castro's Performance In Garland, Texas and Tulsa, Oklahoma On December 2008Original at masterclasslady.com
• Sun, Jan 18
By masterclasslady One can easily sense Jason’s comfort zone - he is performing music that he truly loves and to which he is obviously committed. This is music that pours forth from his heart and soul and, as a result, he is a relaxed, accommodating presence on stage during the course of this concert. It really is...
American Idol Season 8: Michael Castro, Casey Carlson and St ...
Original at Associated Content
• Thu, Jan 15
Among the better (or at least more colorful) contestants are: Michael Castro, the 20-year-old brother of last year's fourth place finisher Jason Castro, ... Idol' Hits Kansas City Extra TV American Idol Season 8 Week One Recap Realitywanted
Opinion: American Idol: Jason and Michael Castro a Hit, Casey Carlson Also ...
Original at National Ledger
• Thu, Jan 15
American Idol in Kansas City...oh Freakin' Yeah" said a KC contestant as the show kicked off. Perfect for the kick off to the midewest. Jason Castro makes ... Idol' Hits Kansas City Extra TV American Idol Review: Early Edge to Kara DioGuardi and Casey Carlson National Ledger
Dolly Parton and country week
Original at San Gabriel Valley Tribune
• Thu, Nov 13
By esther David Cook: "You Know I Love You" Kristy Lee Cook: "Two Doors Down" Carly Smithson: "Jolene" David Archuleta: "Travelin Thru" Ramiele Malubay: "9 to 5 " Brooke White: "Coat of Many Colors" Syesha Mercado: "Eagle When She Flies" Jason Castro: "I Will Always Love You"
Review
Original at San Gabriel Valley Tribune
• Thu, Nov 13
By esther David Cook David is probably the smartest contestant on the show. It was a great performance. That said, it wasn't original. Chris Cornell did it -- and better. From best to worst: David Cook Michael Johns Carly Brooke David Archuleta Chikezie Kristy Jason Castro
Opinion: David Archuleta, Jason Castro and others watched Jason Mraz in concert under the stars in L.A.
Original at fanblastworld (WordPress)
• Mon, Nov 3
By FB As we learned when we got our hands on his forthcoming debut album's liner notes last week, David Archuleta includes a Thank You to singer-songwriter to Jason Mraz for "helping remind me the artistic expressive side and letting me have a good time listening too."
Season 7 Roundup - David Cook, Michael Johns, and David ArchuletaOriginal at mjsbigblog
• Sun, Nov 2
By mj Watch the 30-second TV spot for David’s upcoming album, David Archuleta (due to drop 11/11), after the jump. The single “Crush” is #1, 4 weeks running on VH1 Top 20 countdown and is also #1 on the Disney Top 30 countdown. It currently sits at #15 on the iTunes overall songs chart. That single has...
Concert review: 'American Idols Live'
Original at NewsOK.com
• Thu, Aug 28
OK - And while Archuleta, Syesha Mercado, Jason Castro and others delivered distinctive and well-received performances, Cook schooled them all. ...
Dallas, TX AI Live! Show - Aggie02’s Recap
Original at mjsbigblog
• Wed, Aug 27
By mj Jason: Overall, LOVED it! Well, he is another one who sounds phenomenal live. The oohs and aahs on Over the Rainbow gave me goose bumps. He mixed it up a bit compared to the studio version. Crazy was a very cool version and Daydream was so much fun. After Crazy he talked about how he was glad to final...
Idol Headlines for 8/26/08
Original at mjsbigblog
• Tue, Aug 26
By mj Jason Castro, other American Idols discuss new realities Dallas News An in-person highlight reel of ‘American Idol’ ‘American Idol’ Adds a Leg to The Judges’ Table “American Idol’s” Controversial Change USA Today ‘American Idol’ adds fourth judge USA Today
Idol Concert Review
Original at Jason Castro
• Thu, Aug 21
a fan favorite of some, is the wild card. His laid-back beach bum vocals and choice of instrument (a ukulele, for goodness sakes) paint him as a novelty act. But after the disappointing first half, his simple three-song set, which included a decent pass at Gnarls Barkley's Crazy and the '60s...
Jason Castro Merchandise
Original at Jason Castro
• Mon, Aug 11
We just want to join Sooner in emphasizing that this isn't happening in order to keep fans from making shirts for themselves, to share with their friends or simply to spread the word about Jason. It's been made pretty clear that those things are appreciated (like in this interview from The G...
An Article and an Interview
Original at Jason Castro
• Sun, Aug 10
is the first Colombian finalist of the show "American Idol". He is 21 years old and has won over the American public with his talent, originality and smile. In addition to singing, he plays guitar and drums. He was born in Dallas, Texas, and he is the first member of his family to be born outside o...
Jordin Sparks Calls Chris Brown A ‘Perfect’ Collaborator
Original at Access Hollywood
• Fri, Aug 8
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American Idols LIVE Tour Review
Original at PennLive.com
• Fri, Aug 8
PA - Carly was the Idol that impressed me the most, sounding much better live than she did on TV. Jason Castro sounded good singing, but his speaking voice was ...
AMERICAN IDOL LIVE! TOUR COMES TO AC
Original at nbc40.net
• Sat, Aug 2
NJ - Finalist, Jason Castro explained, "It's just better to do what you love." "Go out there and show them your personality and who you are," said Mercado. ... Review: 'American Idol Live' rocks AC Press of Atlantic City all 2 news articles
American Idol Season 7 concert review
Original at waltonsun.com
• Thu, Jul 31
FL - 4, Jason Castro, His set was the one I had been looking forward to the most. When he was announced, the noise level of the crowd was deafening. ...
Concert Review: The two Davids salvage American Idols Live
Original at Pittsburgh Post Gazette
• Wed, Jul 30
PA - Jason Castro and Syesha Mercado sang well, looked good and did everything they were supposed to do (yawn). And American Idol winner David Cook cranked out ...
Opinion: Idol Hunting, It's a SportOriginal at IDOL BLUES
• Mon, Jul 21
By Sunny(noreply@blogger.com) As has been seen in the news and on-line, American Idol may have suffered some rating decline this past season, but that "fat lady's" not singing any odes of goodbye yet. flashback provided by gkkaul7Taylor Hicks chronicle in his American Idol 5 journey.
'Idol' Tour Opens to Rave Reviews
Original at TeenTelevision.com
• Sat, Jul 12
Carly Smithson, Brooke White, Jason Castro and Syesha Mercado. Fans of runner-up David Archuleta will be treated to a four-song set by the young singer, ... Review: One David better than other during American Idols Live San Jose Mercury News
Music review: Lackluster 'Idol' concert
Original at San Francisco Chronicle
• Wed, Jul 9
USA - Spacey as ever, dreadlocked Jason Castro helped usher the audience back to its seats for the second part of the concert with a brisk acoustic set that ...
Opinion: L.A. Times' Idol Tracker
Original at Jason Castro
• Tue, Jul 8
The Dreadhead mafia was out in force at Staples. It is very difficult not to smile when Jason is on stage. His goofy, good-natured attitude permeates his music, his wardrobe and his smile. He very pleasingly performed _____________ . Jason's good humor was one of the highlights of the season,...
Los Angeles, California AI Live! Show - Joannmski’s Recap
Original at mjsbigblog
• Tue, Jul 8
By mj A really funny thing that happened was that David Cook was signing autographs and someone asked him to sign a David Archuleta picture. He held up the picture to his head in front of his face and said “aw, gosh,” doing a David Archuleta impression. Then someone asked him to sign their shoe, and h...
Idol Headlines for 7/5/08
Original at mjsbigblog
• Sat, Jul 5
By mj With the latest season of AI, televiewers around the globe were pitted in a match of David vs. David as teeny-bobber David Archuleta and rocker David Cook battled it out for the “Idol” top spot. While Cook came out victorious (I was rooting for the younger David), I’m sure Filipinos will once...
Opinion: Jason Castro Interview
Original at Jason Castro
• Fri, Jul 4
It's short, it's sweet, Syesha's in it too, but this interview in Las Vegas' Review Journal is worth mining for gems like this quote from Jason: My main priority is just writing good songs. Everything else will fall into place if you have good songs, I believe. That's all I'm thinking about.
Idol Headlines For 6/30/08
Original at mjsbigblog
• Mon, Jun 30
By mj Brooke White, Jason Castro bring their down-to-earth sparkle to town for ‘Idol’ tour Season 7 of “American Idol” came down to The Battle of the Two Davids, but it also offered engaging personalities in Brooke White and Jason Castro. ‘Idol’ Finalist Coming To Help Local Charities TV Squad
Album Review "Deconstruction" by Justin McRoberts
Original at Christian Music Fan
• Mon, Jun 16
By Jason Bean His solo vocals and guitar playing in the folk music style really reminds me recent American Idol contestant Jason Castro. Obviously much more performance experience and talent than Jason, but the melody of his singing immediately ...
Podcast: Jason Castro: May 12, 2008
Original at a1135.g.akamai.net
• Mon, May 12
Johnjay and Rich talk to the last contestant eliminated from American Idol.
American Idol recap: David Archuleta forgets the words! Brooke White makes Greg cry...
Original at San Gabriel Valley Tribune
• Wed, Mar 12
Three other faves: The adorable Jason Castro who played guitar and sang “If I Fell.” I thought it was beautiful - judges be damned. Carly Smithson is obviously a real pro and was completely awesome singing “Come Together” and making it her own. And David Cook knocked it out of the park again, th...
Ranking American Idol's Top 12 Guys: Jason Castro Makes Quite a First Impression
Original at Idol Thoughts
• Tue, Feb 19
This performance was pretty good, however, while I can't say anything bad about it, I can't say it was particularly memorable either. What's special about this guy? He may tap into the Bo Bice/Bucky Covington fanbase and ride that wave for awhile, but American Idol? I don't see it.
Podcast: Jason Castro — “Daydream” — American Idol 7 Top 24
Original at rickey.org
• Tue, Feb 19
By Rickey Jason Castro performs “Daydream” on American Idol Top 24 ShareThis Jason Castro performs “Daydream” on American Idol Top 24 Jason Castro plays the guitar. Jason blew Paula Abdul away. Listen to the audio: Pre-Order Jason Castro Top 24 on iTunes Direct link to MP3: