Chris Richardson, Blake Lewis & Syesha Mercado At ‘Idol’ Finale

J-14 caught up with ‘American Idol’ alums Chris Richardson, Blake Lewis, and Syesha Mercado on the red carpet of the show’s Wednesday finale. The trio discussed who they thought was going to win, their favorite judge, and their favorite memory from when they were 14 years old. Watch below.


Chris Richardson Can’t Wait To Share His New Music

‘American Idol’ season six finalist Chris Richardson posted the following MySpace bulletin to his fans on Thursday (September 18):

I hope everyone is still alive and living out there! Just wanted to drop a thank you for staying in the loop with everything going on with myself and the album. Thank You for all the comments and pushing me past the million mark. I can’t wait to finally share with everyone what I’ve been working on, rather it is the album or songs I have written for other people. Thank You for the patience as supporters, fans, and friends… Patience is so crucial in this business, if I didn’t have it I probably would of given up by now. I encourage anyone living their dream to live it without hesitation. Once you get there I promise you will not stop dreaming. As I always say stay tuned in, soon enough everyone will know in advance whats coming next.


Chris Richardson Blogs About Iceland & Norway Trip

Chris Richardson checked in with fans after his trip on the Hollywood Knights celebrity basketball tour. “I just got back from an amazing trip thru Iceland and Norway,” the ‘American Idol’ season six finalist writes. “I met some great people along the way who have left a mark on my heart that will never be forgotten. Hollywood Knights is a team that stands for so many great causes and being a part of the team is an honor. Our journey started in Iceland where we cruised the countryside and visited the Blue Lagoon. Then to Norway where we played a charity basketball game, explored the city, and traveled thru the Fjords.” Read more and check out pictures from his journey here.


Chris Richardson Performs Acoustic Set With Josh Hoge

'American Idol' season six finalist Chris Richardson posted a video clip at YouTube giving viewers a peak into his life, which is a teaser for an up-coming pilot. Chris hooked up with Josh Hoge for an inimate acoustic show at the Canal Club in Richmond, Virginia. Watch Chris' intro and highlights from the show below.


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Chris Richardson Covers ‘Apologize’ By OneRepublic

'Apologize' by OneRepublic and Timbaland was covered by Chris Richardson in a studio session. The 'American Idol' season six finalist posted the performance on his YouTube channel. Watch it below. (more...)

Chris Richardson And Blue On Bad Dancing

'American Idol' season six finalist Chris Richardson and his buddy Blue posted a new video clip offering their support for bad dancers, showing off some of their skills at the end of the comedy footage. Watch it below the fold. (more...)

Merry Christmas From Chris Richardson

'American Idol' season six finalist Chris Richardson checked in with his MySpace friends on Saturday (December 22) with the following message:

Back from another trip to Nashville and yet again it was a successful one. Thank You all for hanging in there for me. I want to wish you all a Very Merry Christmas and hope Santa brings you everything you want.
Talk to you all soon
-Chris Rich

Chris Richardson Still Shopping For A Record Deal

'American Idol' season six finalist Chris Richardson checked in with his MySpace friends on Monday (December 17) with the following message:

Thank You... I know you all must be tired of waiting for the music and most recent news. I apologize for the time it has taken. I'm still shopping around for a deal. Universal Republic seems to be where I am leaning as well as the Red Distribution (Elliot Yamin). Nashville is where I am right now writing with a guy named Josh Hoge on a few tracks produced by Ryan Tedder from OneRupublic. I want to make sure I make the best first album to present myself to the world. Dreyers and Edy's will be giving away CD's with each product purchased starting early next year. I have a song on the CD called 'All Alone', in which I put a snippet up of. I know it must be frustrating waiting to hear from someone you have supported for so long, I know I would feel the same way. Just know that all the encouragement has made me work even harder and it will be soon before long. I love all you guys! Fan bases from The Richness, Sexypack, and continued... def keep the passion alive. Blake and Jordan will be in Time Square for New Years as will I. Keep your eyes open.

-Chris Rich

Chris Richardson Update Regarding His Album

'American Idol' season six finalist Chris Richardson checked in with his MySpace friends on Saturday (December 8) with the following bulletin: "Hope everyone is doing well! Just sending out yet another Thank You for all the support and love I have received. Album is constantly being worked on, coming up with new ideas and different sounds. I have been experimenting with the music I love from the old to the new in hopes of creating music everyone can enjoy. I have written alot from my life as well as others in my life. I believe that if people can feel what I am talking about because they have went thru it before or know someone who has, then I am completely satisfied. Please spread the word that I am not going anywhere anytime soon!"

Chris Richardson Gives A Sneak Peek At Debut Album

'American Idol' season six finalist Chris Richardson checked in with a YouTube video clip from a recording studio in Miami, Florida, working on his debut album. Watch the clip, featuring a preview from a song on the disc below the fold. (more...)