Is Michael Johns Appearing On American Idol?

There's some interesting news on the web these days. I won't vouch for the validity of the claim, but here's what's being said by Super American Idol about Michael Johns.

April 30, 2009 by: Rodney

A few weeks ago we shared with you American Idol  Season 7’s runner-up ]Michael Johns first single “Heart On My Sleeve”.  Well, since we’re still a week away from his performance of this song on American Idol (May 7th) we thought you’d like to know that this song is now officially the #1 most added song on Hot AC and AC stations around the country. What this means is that his new song has been added by more radio stations than new songs from David Cook, Nickleback or Kelly Clarkson. Here’s a blog post from Michael about this great news…

Read more: "Video Thursday: Michael Johns “Heart On My Sleeve” | StereoTruth.net"

Michael Johns On Good Day LA - Video

Michael Johns just appeared on Good Day LA this morning to talk about his new single 'Heart On My Sleeve', which was just released April 14th. Michael tells Good Day LA the single was the number one add to Hot AC and AC radio stations yesterday.

The song is his debut single from the upcoming album Hold Back My Heart, due out June 23rd. He also talks about being on the red carpet for the X-Men Origin - Wolverine premiere that was held in LA last night.

He catches up with a few of the Good Day LA hosts including Jillian Reynolds. Watch the grateful giggle Michael gives as Jillian tries to sing his new single. Cute stuff! Here's the video from this morning's show!

Michael Johns At Wolverine Premiere - Video

Here's the video of Michael Johns arrival at the red carpet entrance to the movie "X-Men Origins - Wolverine" .  The movie was screened in Los Angeles April 28th and in addition to Michael Johns, was host to such notables as Halle Berry, Hugh Jackman, and Mel Gibson.    The video is courtesy of Maximo TV.  More news and pics to follow.

What Does People Magazine Know About Michael Johns That We Don't?

Following up on a story first published here based on a Michael Johns Twitter, this new update begs a question. Okay... so what do People Magazine and Rhapsody.com know about Michael Johns new album that the rest of us don't?

Either they've made a mistake on the release date for Michael Johns' new album Hold Back My Heart, or the the album is being released a week sooner than the previous date we were given, which was June 23rd.

Personally, I hope they're right with the release date, as I simply can't wait to hear the rest of the songs on this album! We've gotten just the most delicious taste with Michael's debut single 'Heart On My Sleeve'.

Add to that Michael's recent performances of 'To Love Somebody' that we've seen on such programs as Idolatry and American Nobody, and this album already promises to be distinctly one of a kind in Michael's uniquely soulful sound. The way he expresses emotion in music is unequaled.

If you've not heard those renditions of the song, you should take the time to watch them. If you prefer to just have a listen to the song click HERE to go to the most amazing mp3 of 'To Love Somebody'.

Just as a reminder, 'Heart On My Sleeve' was the number one add on AC and Hot AC radio stations today! Michael blogged that news to all of his fans at once.

I'm absolutely loving the fact that this American Idol star has recently decided to let everyone know what's going on in his career by updating his MySpace and Twitter on a regular basis. Here's wishing him much success on the new single and album! Cheers and best wishes mate! :D

Michael Johns Blogs The News About His Radio Add!

Click the picture above to go directly to Michael Johns Blog and leave him a comment!

Radio Tomorrow

Hey everyone im completely stoked to tell you that my single Heart on my sleeve will be the number 1 added song to Hot AC and AC stations tomorrow.

I have waited for this day forever it seems and im so happy that its here and that people are liking the song.

Please request request request at your local stations. Together we can make this a sure fire hit!

Cheers guys

MJ

TV Guide Channel To Feature Michael Johns

Set those DVR's now folks, so you don't miss American Idol Season 7's Michael Johns as he's featured on this weeks Idol Tonight. According to an article by Howard Cohen of The Miami Herald's Idol Watch, Michael's feature will be aired on the TV Guide Channel at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, the 29th of April.

Props to Mr. Cohen for the heads up. Oh yeah, he says something about Vonzell Solomon too. Click on the link above to see the original source. :P

Michael Johns Radio Impact - Take Two!

Michael Johns !!!NEWS UPDATE!!!  Get your dialing fingers ready to request Michael's debut single 'Heart On My Sleeve' beginning tomorrow.  There was apparently a delay with the radio impact that was supposed to begin today.    Although I don't know the exact details of what caused the delay, this is what was just sent via Twitter from Michael Johns himself.

I just got the great news that HOMS will be the number 1 added song to Hot AC AC radio tmrw!

Thanks for all ur help and keep requesting cheers!

It's not a bother or problem for me to pick up the phone and call my radio stations.  At least all of my local DJ's are aware that 'Heart On My Sleeve' is coming and they've promised to play it as soon as it gets here.   I contacted all of them today and I'll do it again tomorrow.  :D

In case you decide to get in on the Street Team action, here are some numbers and email addies that might help you out.  These are the big guys that might have enough clout to get the song on the playlists nationwide.  At least they act they're big enough to have that much sway in what's played.  We'll see soon enough. ;D

To send your request to Billy Bush, his email address is


http://www.mix100.net/goout.asp?u=http://www.billybushshow.com/

I figure Ryan Seacrest also owes our guy a favor too, so here ya go email stuffer:

Here's the link to his show:

http://ryan.kiisfm.com/main.html

I'm pretty sure his email is ryan@kiisfm.com, but if anyone has a correction on that, please email me or put the corrected version in the comment section.  (Thanks!)

And Ryan's new website is  http://www.ryanseacrest.com/

Now go bug everyone until they play Michael Johns music 24/7.  :P



I've already bought mine, but for those of you that haven't heard the single or gotten your copy just yet, you can click the pic to go directly to Amazon.com!  If  you prefer to buy from iTunes, click on their name.  No matter where you buy the single, either way, treat yourself to 3:41 minutes of pure musical listening pleasure.

Product Details
* Original Release Date: April 14, 2009
* Release Date: April 14, 2009
* Label: TRP Records
* Copyright: (C) 2009 TRP Records
* Song Length: 3:41 minutes
* Genres: Pop/General
* ASIN: B00265Q178

Please click the Preview All button below hear just a piece of this beautiful clip!

Michael Johns Rocks Morgantown - Videos of AT&T Meet and Greet

Thanks ever so much to all the Michael Johns fans in Morgantown, WV for sharing their videos.  Here are the Music Videos From The AT&T Meet and Greet in Morgantown WV, April 25,2009!  We'll add more as we find them!

Michael Johns New Single - 'Heart On My Sleeve'


Michael Johns - You Can't Always Get What You Want


Michael Johns - Free Falling

Michael Johns Single To Impact Radio April 27th!

In a message from Michael Johns via his Twitter today, he revealed that radio impact for his debut single 'Heart On My Sleeve' will begin on Monday, April 27, 2009.

I've already bought mine, but for those of you that haven't heard the single or gotten yours yet, you can click the pic to go directly to Amazon.com! For those of you that prefer to buy from iTunes, click on their name. No matter where you buy the single, either way, treat yourself to 3:41 minutes of pure listening Heaven.

Product Details
* Original Release Date: April 14, 2009
* Release Date: April 14, 2009
* Label: TRP Records
* Copyright: (C) 2009 TRP Records
* Song Length: 3:41 minutes
* Genres: Pop/General
* ASIN: B00265Q178

Please click the Preview All button below hear just a piece of this beautiful clip!

Michael Johns Single - Listed in People Magazines Top 5

Michael Johns new single "Heart On My Sleeve" is listed as one of the Top 5 Hot Downloads in the new People Magazine!  Not bad for a debut single!  Anytime an artist makes the Top 5 in an elite magazine like People, it's headline news here!

Here are the latest tweets from Michael's Twitter.  Members of Twitter can click on the picture below to follow Michael's up to the minute tweets too!

 

In the new copy of People Mag they have new single in Top 5 hot downloads pretty cool

And an hour later we have:

It's in the mag y'all

In other news...

Following up on a story first posted here on April 17th, Michael Johns will be at an AT &  T sponsored Meet & Greet session tomorrow between the hours of 1-3 pm, April 25th at the AT & T store located in the Morgantown Mall, 9500 Mall Road, in Morgantown, WV.

There are no excuses for not being there since you've known about it for over a week now, and have had plenty of time to prepare.  Take your camera along and post some new pics for us!  No fainting allowed until after you've taken a few really good snapshots.    

Michael Johns 'To Love Somebody'

This outstanding mp3 of Michael performing 'To Love Somebody' was found at Michael Johns Central.



Michael Johns 'To Love Somebody'

Michael Johns recently sang his version of the beautiful Bee Gees song 'To Love Somebody' - said to be on his upcoming album 'Hold Back My Heart', which will be released June 23, 2009. Michael has told the story of how the Bee Gees originally wrote the song for Otis Redding, but sadly Otis passed away before he was able to record it. This mp3 of Michael shows his stunning ability to make his audience feel the depths of the meaning behind his soulful songs. Listen to Michael's version below.

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Michael Johns on Kyle & Jackie O Show

The Kyle and Jackie O Show

Michael Johns had his single "Heart On My Sleeve" aired on 92.9 FM Radio in Australia and then followed with a phone interview on the Kyle and Jackie O Hour Of Power show which can be listened to below.

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The single can be downloaded and purchased from both iTunes and Amazon

Video Of Michael Johns On The Morning Show

In a followup to a report first done yesterday about Michael Johns' appearance on The Morning Show, I gave links to the Australian site on Channel 7. Thanks to a tip from I Heart Pizza at IDF (who gave me the link to YouTube) you can now view the interview here.

Michael's single "Heart On My Sleeve" is climbing the charts in OZ! Go to Amazon.com or iTunes to get yours!

Michael Johns Is A Hit In Oz!

According to The Morning Show in Australia, Michael Johns is a hit. He was featured on their show April 24, 2009. There's lots of great info in this video clip, including the fact that Michael's been asked to "co-host" for an episode of The Today Show with Regis and Kelly! Promotion for "Heart On My Sleeve" is just beginning, so look for Michael to start making the rounds at the likes of Conan, Leno, Letterman, Ellen and the rest of the talk shows! I can't wait to see what comes next. Cheers!

Check out The Morning Show by clicking the picture above or below!

You can also use the following link to get to The Morning Show

Michael Johns On American Nobody - Interview & Performance Video!

Former American Idol finalist Jon Peter Lewis, the host of "American Nobody", interviews another American Idol finalist Michael Johns. What a great interview, when you get to see a couple of guys who've both been through the AI machine, sit down to share and compare the goods, the bads, and the questionable decisions of the show.

Michael gives yet another GREAT performance of of the classic Bee Gee's song "To Love Somebody"! Thanks to Ainn of IDF for finding the link. Thanks to Ainn of IDF for finding the link.

Interview With Michael Johns On Q100

For those of you who may have missed Michael Johns interview this morning on The Bert Show at Q100 in Atlanta, you can listen below. It's always a pleasure listening to Michael talking about his American Idol experiences and the new music we can expect. Enjoy!

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Michael Johns Live at All-Campus Idol - Videos!

Michael performed "Fake Plastic Trees" and his new single "Heart On My Sleeve" for the crowd at the UW-Madison's All-Campus Idol competition that was held last night in Madison, WI.  Enjoy!

Michael Johns & The Idolatry Episode We've Been Waiting For!

Michael Slezak of EW's Idolatry sits down for an insightful visit with American Idol finalist Michael Johns.  View the interview and the stunning performance of the Bee Gee classic, "To Love Somebody".  Hear a snippet of "This Is Goodbye" and the story behind the songs on Michael's debut album "Hold Back My Heart", which is set for release on June 23rd.  His first single "Heart On My Sleeve" is on Amazon and iTunes now, and is just starting to get radio play!

Huge thunderous applause and thanks to EW's Idolatry and Michael Slezak for continuing to cover this Idol.

Michael Johns Bulletin!

Wake up Atlanta to a heads up from Michael himself.  Michael would like you to help out in making his debut single a hit first in his "U.S Hometown".  In a bulletin from his MySpace today, Michael Johns sent the following message to all of his fans. 

Be sure to listen to Q100's The Bert Show in Atlanta to hear Michael Johns debut single "Heart On My Sleeve"!  Email requests @ EQUEST, or call in your requests to (404)747-7100.  Click on the Q100 Picture below to listen live to the show online!

Michael Johns
Date: Apr 21, 2009 2:19 PM
Subject:       Q100



Body:       Hey guys tmrw is another big debut. Q100 in Atlanta is goons play Heart on my sleeve and interview me. I would love it if my single took off in my US hometown.

Please call email request request request The Bert Show I'll be on around 920am cheers guys and you are all helping so much

Michael Johns Is Superman!

Click the pic for the America's Cup of Polo Website.

...or so it would seem. According to recent articles found via the internet regarding his upcoming appearances, Michael Johns is scheduled to be in two places on the same day again-and in separate states at virtually the same time.

Reportedly, he's to be at an AT&T Meet & Greet on May 9th from 1-3 pm in Niles, Ohio and then just a mere hour or so later, will be singing the Australian National Anthem at the Land Rover's America's Polo Cup in Potomac MD just after the parachute show that begins at 4:00 pm. Stay tuned and we'll keep you posted.



Here are some exciting quotes taken directly from the PR Newswire press release!!!

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The weekend is filled with Air Shows, Live Concerts, polo, fashion, wine, beer, music, Military exhibitions, family fun and a spectacular fireworks show that rivals the 4th of July in Washington D.C. Children 15 and under are Free. Friday night's Battle of the Coral Sea Gala and Rockin the Runway show will feature a performance by American Idol star Michael Johns and a USA Headliner to be announced -- and then a full runway fashion show. Proceeds from the Land Rover America's Polo Cup benefits local charitable organizations including the Journey for the Cure, a not for profit public charity.

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The CW Network will televise the "Land Rover America's Polo Cup Television Special - Where the Elite Meet" live to tape, as well as produce a special Land Rover America's Polo Cup television show that will air on May 16th at 8 p.m., and May 17th at 10:30 a.m.

On Friday the 8th!

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ROCKIN the RUNWAY ™ LIVE TELEVISION SHOW - Performance by American Idol Star: Michael Johns ROCKS the Runway Live on the runway followed by special guest appearance.

And on Saturday the 9th!

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8:05 pm – American Idol Star "Michael Johns" will perform on Main Concert Stage

8:45 pm – SUPERSTAR "SURPRISE" PERFORMANCE

View ALL the details and purchase tickets for the event from the America's Cup of Polo Website!

Start Your Engines… with Michael Johns

In the latest tweet from Michael Johns Twitter, he announces his upcoming appearance to sing the National Anthem for the Indy Car race this Sunday. This Twitter thing's really coming in handy for spreading the news.

Click the pic below to join Twitter, and he can Twitter you too. :D


"By the way I just got asked to sing the national anthem at the Indy Car race this Sunday in Long Beach"

The following info was found at Michael Johns Central Events section:

04/19/09 in Long Beach, CA Toyota Grand Prix Of Racing

Admission: $48-78 (Sunday Only Tickets). Buy tickets. Box office: (888) 82-SPEED. Michael Johns announced in a tweet from his Twitter, that he’d been asked to sing the National Anthem On Sunday the 19th of April.

Here’s the schedule for Sunday’s event:

Sunday, April 19 Gates Open 7 a.m.
Lifestyle Expo opens 8 a.m.
SPEED GT Challenge qualifying 8 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
IndyCar practice 8:40 a.m. – 9:10 a.m.
Firestone Indy Lights RACE 9:40 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.
Team Drifting 11:05 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
IndyCar Pre-Race Activities 12:30 p.m.
35th Annual Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach 1:20 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
IndyCar RACE (85 laps) SPEED GT Challenge RACE 4:15 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.
Lifestyle Expo closes 5:30 p.m.

Here’s a link to the Toyota Grand Prix Of Racing website for further information and directions to the track. http://www.gplb.com/

and a link to related posts at Michael Johns Central.

LA Times Idol Tracker Interviews Michael Johns

Here's the latest news buzzing the forums on Michael Johns new single "Heart On My Sleeve" from his debut album Hold Back My Heart.  Idol Tracker asks Michael's opinions on American Idol's new changes and this seasons  contestants.

My thanks to Ainn for posting this in Michael Johns section at idolforums.com.

Idol Tracker chats with Season 7 heartthrob Michael Johns. Jealous?
05:20 PM PT, Apr 16 2009

Johns For the first time in "American Idol" history, a contestant was saved from elimination by the judges Wednesday night after a popular vote chose to send him home. That contestant was Matt Giraud. And, as luck would have it, the contestant whose premature ouster last season helped inspire the judge-save rule, Michael Johns, was there to witness the historic event.

In a chat with Idol Tracker today, Michael sounded happy for Matt, but, believe it or not, expressed reservations about the new rule he helped inspire. "I personally don't necessarily, like, love the rule," he said. And when pressed about the reasons why, Michael was impressively honest, saying of his own elimination, "The amount of press I got with everyone crying foul was phenomenal."

In other words, maybe it's not so bad to get the boot before your time. Michael also pointed out how humiliating it would be to get eliminated, saved and then eliminated again the next week. Still, he's flattered that he — along with Jennifer Hudson and Chris Daughtry — was part of the reason for creating the rule.

But there is one change this season that Michael supports wholeheartedly: the addition of fourth judge Kara DioGuardi. "She's one of the most talented songwriters in the business. Period," he said. Plus, he said, "She's pretty easy on the eyes." Collaboration, anyone?

For the moment, Michael is working with his own stable of songwriting heavies. His new album, which drops June 23, features songs by prolific lyricists John Shanks and Diane Warren, and also James Morrison, Dave Cobb and Michael himself.

The recently released single, "Heart on My Sleeve," provides a glimpse of what fans can expect from the album; a far more intimate, soulful Michael Johns than the one they knew on "Idol."

"I love this kind of music," he said of his new single. "The soulful, rock kind of thing. Whether it's 7:30 in the morning or 12 o'clock at night, I can sing that stuff, 'cause it just comes so naturally to me."

One thing that does not come naturally to Michael, however, is going back to the "American Idol" set. "It's always weird," he said after visiting the Idoldome on Wednesday night. "I'm never comfortable there."

In fact, he confessed, he doesn't even watch the show much. "It's so gut-wrenching every time you watch," he said. "It's so fresh your stomach turns."

In the bits he has seen, however, Michael developed a soft-spot for 16-year old Allison Iraheta. "I really think that Allison has got a great voice," he said. "I love her raspy kind of thing." And although he acknowledges the Adam Lambert phenomenon, Michael doesn't think the show is over just yet. "Someone else might come out of the woodwork," he said.

When and if somebody does come out of the woodwork, however, Michael probably will be too busy to see it. With the album coming out June 23, he says, "it's nonstop press." But he's hardly complaining. "I love it," he said. "I've done the whole couch potato thing ... I'll sleep when I'm 40."

—Stephanie Lysaght

Michael Johns Interview With Billy Bush

For those of you who missed Michael Johns interview with Billy Bush of 104.3 FM, have a listen below. It cuts off before the single was played on-air, but you can click on the pic below that to listen and buy the new single "Heart On My Sleeve".

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Michael Johns On American Idol Extra

Here's the video of Michael Johns performing his new single "Heart On My Sleeve" on American Idol Extra.  What a wonderful interview and Garnier Fructis hair product commercial.  The acoustic version of "Heart On My Sleeve" is beautifully done.  If you like this version, you're going to love the actual single in it's full orchestral regalia!  Simply stunning in shining and polished elegance.  It's available at iTunes and Amazon.com.

Michael Johns Presented By AT&T

Michael Johns is being presented by AT&T at several of their store locations beginning April 25th in Morgantown, WV. Facebook subscribers may also click on the picture below to RSVP to the event.



Come and meet former American Idol contestant Michael Johns at an AT&T store. He's making appearances in West Virginia, Pennsylvania and Ohio.

Get $50 off any Samsung phone, 25% off accessories and FREE activation on any new line of service and 2-year agreement.

Available in-store during appearance times only.

Saturday, April 25th
1-3pm
AT&T
Morgantown Mall
9500 Mall Road
Morgantown, WV 26501

Saturday, May 2
1-3pm
AT&T
4453 Buffalo Road
Erie, PA 16510

Saturday, May 9
1-3pm
AT&T
Eastwood Mall
5555 Youngstown Warren Road
Niles, OH 44446

Saturday, May 16
1-3pm
AT&T
The Shoppes at 725
2427 Miamisburg Centerville Road
Dayton, OH 45459

Michael Johns Interview With Billy Bush

For those of you who missed Michael Johns interview with Billy Bush of 104.3 FM, have a listen below.  It cuts off before the single was played on-air, but you can click on the pic below that to listen and buy the new single "Heart On My Sleeve".

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Autographed American Idol Trading Cards Dropped Today!

How apropos that the American Idol Collectible Cards should be released the same day as Michael Johns new single "Heart On My Sleeve"!  In an update to a story we've been following quite some time now, here's the latest from Reality TV Fans!

American Idol Collectible Cards Released
April 14th, 2009 ·


FREMANTLEMEDIA ENTERPRISES PARTNERS WITH UPPER DECK TO RELEASE STAR-STUDDED AMERICAN IDOL® COLLECTIBLE CARDS!

Unique 138-card set includes exclusive autographed cards of past and present Idols from the No. 1 show in America

North Las Vegas, Nevada (April 14, 2009) /PRNewswire/ — FremantleMedia Enterprises in partnership with The Upper Deck Company is proud to announce the release of the American Idol collectible trading card set based on television’s most popular show. With more than 26 million viewers per night on FOX, American Idol has established a dedicated fan following and Upper Deck is taking the national phenomenon from the small screen to collectible trading cards.

“We’re ecstatic that we have the opportunity to produce the newest American Idol trading cards to hit the market,” said Ana Pereira, Upper Deck’s brand manager for American Idol Collectible Cards. “The show has such a loyal following and has produced such dynamic performers, that we know collectors and fans everywhere will appreciate our collectible set.”

The new collectible cards can be found on store shelves beginning Tuesday, April 21, 2009, at Wal-Mart, Target, Kmart, select Toys ‘R Us locations as well as hobby stores and Amazon.com. Featuring a variety of Idols past and present, as well as some of the show’s more memorable “novelty” acts, such as William Hung, the set represents a time capsule chronicling some of the most unforgettable auditions and talent to walk on to the American Idol stage. Dedicated fans will find cards featuring their favorite American Idol personalities such as Jordin Sparks, Jennifer Hudson, Clay Aiken and David Archuleta, alongside world-renowned celebrities such as Paula Abdul, Randy Jackson, Kara DioGuardi and Ryan Seacrest.

What’s more, the set boasts select autographed cards from this season’s Top 36 finalists as well as several past American Idols. Sets will include lenticular “makeover” cards showing contestant transformations from their initial auditions to their polished Hollywood week performances, in addition to never-before-seen cards of the top two finalists from every season. The autographed cards fall at a ratio, on average, of 1:12 packs (hobby shops) or 1:65 packs (retail), and feature signatures from Idols including Sparks, Archuleta, Fantasia Barrino, Michael Johns, Carly Smithson and Elliott Yamin. There are five cards per pack with 24 packs per box.

Last, but definitely not least, every foil pack will include a unique code to enter online at www.americanidolcards.com for a once-in-a-lifetime chance to win an all-expense-paid trip for two to the American Idol Season 8 Finale. The lucky winners will have VIP access to some of the hottest parties in Hollywood during finale week. Additional winners will receive a free song on iTunes. The more codes you enter, the better the chances of winning. To find out more, visit www.americanidolcards.com.

Michael Johns First Radio Spin Tonight!

Michael Johns just Twittered the news that the first radio spin of his debut single "Heart On My Sleeve" is happening tonight in the 8 o'clock hour on KBIG-FM 104.3 - the Billy Bush show in LA!


Click The Pic To View And Follow Michael's Twitter!

Hey everyone wanted to let you know on the Billy Bush show tonight in the 8pm hour on 104.3 in LA is my interview and first spin of my single

They claim a live stream link is HERE!

I found this little gem on Billy Bush: Blogs

The Billy Bush Show for April 14, 2009
April 14, 2009

Tonight on the show:

Ashley Tisdale is in-studio with us! She's young, fun, 23, and recently single.. we talk to her about her love life, has she been cheated on? By Who? And what's the inspiration behind her new song, It's alright, It's ok.... Plus we set her up with a major hottie.. on air...

Michael Johns, from American Idol fame drops by the studio as well. He has a new single, Heart on my Sleeve and it is really beautiful.

Posted by Michelle Salvatore at 9:00 AM

Michael Johns "Heart On My Sleeve" Released Today!!!

It' finally here folks! Michael Johns has just released his debut single "Heart On My Sleeve" digitally on Amazon.com and iTunes! It's absolutely stunning! Beautifully done! Now bring on the tour!!!

Michael Johns Mega Billboard Interview - Video!

Michael Johns is one of the Idols listed on mjsbigblog with a "new" interview video. It's amazing to see sometimes just how quickly things can change in the music business.

In the following video, Michael answers some questions for Billboard Magazine, which was found in the article Mega Idol Update! Billboard Interviews from the Set of American Idol Extra at mjsbigblog. Click through to the site to see the rest of the Idols interviewed by Billboard that day.

This video is a little dated, as are some of the events that Michael has already attended, but it's still a must see video. Even though Michael gives the original dates for his single and album, we now know those dates have been changed.

The single "Heart On My Sleeve" will be available for download on April 14th, and the album Hold Back My Heart will hit the shelves via Downtown Records on June 23rd. It's always nice to see Michael's videos. Enjoy!

From mjsbigblog:

Billboard Magazine interviewed a slew of Idols the day they taped performances for Fox Reality’s American Idol Extra. Each mini-interview gives a summary of where the Idols are in their careers at the moment. Also, each Idol gives advice to the new crop of Idols.:

• Michael Johns - VIDEO - Michael is releasing a single and album, but the release dates have been pushed up since this interview. The album, Hold Back My Heart will drop June 23rd. The single, “Heart on My Sleeve” April 14. More HERE.

Michael Johns On Twitter!

In back to back bulletins from his MySpace today, Michael Johns announced he is now on Twitter! I must say I'm completely impressed that our "computer challenged singer" not only knows how to do bulletins now, but he's on Twitter too! Go Michael! We look forward to hearing from you!



Click the pic to go to Michael Johns Twitter

or use the following link to his Twitter page http://twitter.com/Mjohnsmusic

Michael Johns In Billboard Magazine's Idol Worship

Billboard Magazine did an interview with Michael Johns one year after his untimely exit from the American Idol stage. Although a year ago, all of his fans were devastated by what we considered our loss, today we celebrate the day that marked the beginning of his future success and freedom from the huge conglomerate's artistic restrictions.

Cheers Michael! We fans can't wait to hear your new independent single "Heart On My Sleeve" next Tuesday! We're now just four days away from watching your dreams really start to come true! Today we celebrate Independence Day for you!

No worries, mate. We can wait until June 23rd for the rest of the Hold Back My Heart album. That is...unless you'd like to go ahead and release the whole thing one single at a time until June. :D If not, though, guess I can Hold Back My Heart too!

Thanks to Ainn of IDF Forums, for finding the article once again!

Idol Worship: Today In 'AI' History - Michael Johns Edition

One year ago today, Michael Johns was eliminated from Idol’s Top 12. The Perth, Australia native was the oldest competitor of the season 7 bunch, and among the most beloved (to us, at least). The song that did him in? Aerosmith’s “Dream On,” which Johns chose for Inspirational Music night (a theme this week’s bottom dweller, Scott MacIntyre, would have appreciated). But despite being labeled a “rocker,” Johns says he’s rediscovered his true passion for soul music, as his forthcoming album, due out June 23, will demonstrate (check out a couple tunes on his Myspace). We got our hands on an early copy and were absolutely amazed by the Muscle Shoals ambition Johns (and several of the Idol band members he enlisted) poured into every track.

As Johns tells it, he finally found his voice — and a proper record deal with Downtown Records, home to an eclectic roster than includes Cold War Kids, Eagles of Death Metal and Art Brut (not to mention France’s First Lady, Carla Bruni). We caught up with MJ last week in Los Angeles and got to remind him that the one–year anniversary of his exit was right around the corner. In typical laid-back Aussie form, Johns laughed it off, insisting he’s glad he went home when he did. Here, more of our conversation, including his thoughts on Adam Lambert!

So here we are in the thick of season 8, have you been watching?
Michael Johns: I saw the country week performance show, but I haven’t really been watching. Not that I don’t want to, I’ve just been so busy. Plus, it’s really hard to watch. You get this sick feeling in your stomach, like being back in the competition again, and you’re just, like, “No!” I don’t want that again. I guess it’s too fresh one season after.

You and Carly Smithson appeared during the Top 36, did you meet any of the contestants?
MJ: Everyone I spoke to was eliminated that night. The groups were split up, and nine of the twelve were going home, but the other 12 were back at the house. Carly and I noticed that it was so dead backstage — and rightfully so. It’s brutal to think that out of the whole room only three were going through. Talk about a bloodbath. With us, only one was going home, and we were all having fun and playing board games.

You didn’t suffer the heat that Carly got for her previous major label deal, yet that came up again this year. Is there something to the argument that having had a major label experience is an unfair advantage?
MJ: I can’t speak for Carly, but it didn’t help or hinder me at all. If anything, I thought the Australian thing would hinder me. But nothing can prepare you for getting on stage and in front of those judges. It’s a whole new world. I’ve never done interviews or photo shoots like that. All my experience from being on a major label is nada. It doesn’t matter. I think that America just wants to see something real. They want talent, and at the end of the day, who cares where you get it from, or how it came to be? The reason Idol still is the biggest show in the world is because there aren’t any tricks — what you see is what you get. You don’t get help with anything. They can steer you, but you pick out the song, the clothes and everything in the end. That’s why it was so cool to see someone like David Cook. He walked through the door with, like, pink scarves, and then by the fifteenth week, he was a rock star.

Speaking of pink scarves, what are your thoughts on this year's favorite, Adam Lambert?
MJ: I think he’s great for the stage, and it might work for TV, but I’m not sure what he’s gonna do in the real world. I don’t get it yet. If he was on our season, I think Simon would have ripped him a new a-hole, but they’re praising him, so go figure?

What about the other finalists?
MJ: Danny Gokey is a good singer. Lil Rounds, I love all her urban stuff, but the one who I think is really true to herself is that little 16-year-old, Allison [Iraheta]. Brooke [White] and I actually met her at a charity function, where she was the one performing. I said, “You go for it, girl. You can sing!” I liked that Alexis [Grace] girl, too. She was more talented than she got to show. It sucks that she got voted off and can’t go on tour.

So what you’re saying is season 7 was the best…
MJ: Every season, I’ve found someone who really had that something, like Jordin Sparks or Bo Bice. This year, I’m not seeing anyone that’s a “star.” But out of any other season, I would want to be on our season, even with where I finished. It’s, like, who are you gonna pick on from our season? From Chikezie to Brooke, Jason Castro, Carly… we’ve all got something. I’m really proud to be a part of my season. We’re all friends and I talk to them all the time.

What do you make of the judges’ save?
MJ: I mean, I wouldn’t want to change anything about the way I was eliminated. What if you get kicked off the week after? Then you’re a double loser.

And the addition of Kara Dioguardi?
MJ: I like her. She’s really nice, and has worked with so many different people, but I think having four judges slows down the show. Everyone’s been saying that it seems longer this year, and that’s why.

How did your deal with Downtown come about?
MJ: Weirdly, it all comes back to my old label, Maverick Records. I kept in touch with one of the executives who ended up at Downtown. But it’s just a licensing deal. I own my record because I made it before anything was signed. Then Downtown heard it and said, “We’re in!” The best thing is Gnarls Barkley, Cold War Kids and Santigold are on the label as well and these are artists that I love! So we’re in a really good place.

When you were signed to Maverick as The Rising, the album never came out. But after you made it to the Top 24, they released it?
MJ: Yes. It was pretty upsetting to me. It was, like, all of a sudden I’m good enough? The Rising record can come out now that I’m on the American Idol machine? I was really pissed.

What were you going for with your new album?
MJ: I really wanted to do a Stax record. I went back and re-listened to music from my childhood — Sam Cooke, Otis Redding. Wilson Picket — and when I went to sing on the record, I didn’t even have to think. I was really comfortable. Simon wanted me to do more of that [soul] on the bloody show, but I didn’t get the chance.

How’s our favorite Idol David Cook doing? Talked to him lately?
MJ: He’s great. Such a nice dude and he hasn’t changed at all, to be honest. He wrote me a text the night after he appeared on the show, and I asked if he was in town for a couple days. He told me he was in Indiana and the performance was taped. So I wrote back, “Are you telling me not to believe everything I see on TV?”

Michael Johns News On mjsbigblog!

I absolutely love reading some of the things MJ (the blogger) finds to post at mjsbigblog. See for yourself the interview she's put up this time with Michael Johns!

Might I just add I second her comment, "Where can I get my copy? I do reviews! Heh."?

I know... I can get mine at iTunes and Amazon.com just like everyone else. lol

Michael Johns
Michael Johns, set to drop a new album titled Hold Back My Heart on June 23rd, recently spoke with Shirley Halperin of Bilboard Magazine about his new record, the current season of American Idol, and the awesomeness of his own season.

Read the entire interview HERE.

Shirley got a hold of a review copy, and says, “We were absolutely amazed by the Muscle Shoals ambition Johns (and several of the Idol band members he enlisted) poured into every track.”

Where can I get my copy? I do reviews! Heh.

Read on…As always, Michael lets a few juicy soundbites fly…

Michael has re-discovered his soul, “I really wanted to do a Stax record. I went back and re-listened to music from my childhood — Sam Cooke, Otis Redding. Wilson Picket — and when I went to sing on the record, I didn’t even have to think. I was really comfortable. Simon wanted me to do more of that [soul] on the bloody show, but I didn’t get the chance.”

What does Michael make of the judges save? “I mean, I wouldn’t want to change anything about the way I was eliminated. What if you get kicked off the week after? Then you’re a double loser.”

Michael is a little skeptical about this season of Idol. He thinks Adam Lambert is great for stage and TV, but wonders what he’ll do in “the real world. ”
“I think Simon would have ripped him a new a-hole, but they’re praising him, so go figure?” says Michael “It’s like, who are these contestants?”

Michael does like a few from this season, “The one who I think is really true to herself is that little 16-year-old, Allison [Iraheta]. Brooke [White] and I actually met her at a charity function, where she was the one performing. I said, ‘You go for it, girl. You can sing!’ I liked that Alexis [Grace] girl, too. She was more talented than she got to show. It sucks that she got voted off and can’t go on tour.”

Michael digs his own season, “…out of any other season, I would want to be on our season, even with where I finished. It’s, like, who are you gonna pick on from our season? From Chikezie to Brooke, Jason Castro, Carly… we’ve all got something. I’m really proud to be a part of my season. We’re all friends and I talk to them all the time.”

The record, “Hold Back My Heart” will be released though Downtown records via a licensing deal on June 23rd. The single, “Heart on my Sleeve” drops digitally April 14.

Michael Johns Single On Amazon!

Click the pic above to GO DIRECTLY TO AMAZON! You still can't buy the song until April 14th, but you can listen to the new track and bookmark it for next Tuesday's release!

Product Details

* Original Release Date: April 14, 2009
* Release Date: April 14, 2009
* Label: TRP Records
* Copyright: (C) 2009 TRP Records
* Song Length: 3:41 minutes
* Genres: Pop/General
* ASIN: B00265Q178

Please click the Preview All button below hear the new clip!



P.S. My thanks to Ainn for the heads up!