American Idol season is in full swing again in the US and in Canada the auditions for Canadian Idol are well underway. In South America the search for their Idol is about to kick off too. Yes, Idol fever hasn't diminished after all these years. If you're one of those hoping that one day you'll be the next big thing, the next American, Canadian or World Idol, listen up dawg! There's a lot more to becoming a successful singer or entertainer than winning a contest. IDOL DREAMS is here to help you with some useful articles. Read on!
Techniques For Singing Soulfully (15 Feb 2007) Many people feel that when they sing from the heart or from the soul, they have an experience where they are uplifted from their everyday selves and get in touch with a deeper reality at the core of their being. This article suggests some practical techniques to use in order to sing from the heart.
Singing And The Art Of Performing (08 Feb 2007)
Singing in front of an audience is more than just creating a successful rendition of a song. If they want to only hear your music they can go buy your CD. When you play live you must perform!
How to sing in key (08 Feb 2007) Have you ever told anyone you're tone deaf-or incapable of carrying a tune? How can someone be born with the ability to hear, but not comprehend music?
Auditioning for Idol? Here's some advice. (05 Feb 2007) American Idol auditions for 2007 are over but Canadian Idol auditions are currently in progress. If you're thinking of going for it, here's some advice that will stop you from irritating the judges.
Get Noticed As A Singer (01 Feb 2007) Why is it that most singers never make it big in their singing career, not to say becoming superstars? Well, for starters, most singers begin their career as a ...
Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, American Idol, Nashville Star - Who Really Wins? (01 Feb 2007) Most artists concentrate solely on the creative aspects of their career and typically are unaware and/or unprepared for the business and marketing side of the music industry. When aspiring musicians put their careers in the hands of others, it's essential that they know the business before jumping headfirst into shows like American Idol.
'American Idol': Season Six; Back-to-Back Audition Episodes Tuesday and Wednesday Nights (01 Feb 2007) Washington Post TV columnist Lisa de Moraes will be online from California on Wednesday, Jan. 17, at 1 p.m ET to talk about the season premiere of "American Idol" and catch those of you up on what happened Tuesday night with the return of her "We Watch So You Don't Have To" column. Be there.
The Big Fear Called Stage Fright (31 Jan 2007) So you have prepared yourself and you think you're all ready. Act is tweaked, your costume or outfit for the occasion is prepared, and you couldn't possibly be feeling any more sure. Wow it hits like a ton of bricks: stage fright!
What You Need To Know To Become A Singer (23 Jan 2007) You love singing and know that you are destined to become a singer. You admire popular artists and wish your music could also be recognized. This has been a dream of yours since you can remember. Well, the good news is that you can achieve your dreams. All it takes is ...
How to Learn Bollywood Dance (22 Jan 2007)
Bollywood dances are gaining popularity around the world. People are passionate to learn bollywood dance steps as they are easy to learn and entertaining as well.
How To Break Into Acting And Commercial Modeling (22 Jan 2007) They're on magazine covers, catalogues, newspaper ads and inserts, billboards, posters, brochures and even on packages in grocery stores. "They" are models. But these models are not famous like supermodels, but they can entice you to buy everything from food to shampoo, jeans to health insurance, and can earn between $25-$250 an hour across North America.
Seven Music Related Jobs In UK Business (22 Jan 2007) The music scene is alive and well - thriving even - in the UK. While there are thousands of artists dreaming of their big break, the music industry offers far more to the job hunter than the life of a performer.
Overcome Singer Stage Fright (22 Jan 2007) Do you know that even well known professional singers also get stage fright now and then. A bout of terrible stage fright had prevented the great Barbara Streisand from performing live for many years. So you are not alone, are you?
American Idol Syndrome (20 Jan 2007)
I like Simon, one of three judges on American Idol. I find his feedback refreshingly honest. And while his words startle me with their ego wounding potential, the traditional feel-good, let-you-down-easy, sugar-coated feedback is not much of a gift. It's hard to tell someone they're not good enough and their dreams are not going to happen, at least in this venue. But not telling them is no gift either. Some contestants rise to the challenges he throws at them. Some don't. And, some can't. Which one are you?
