
Every now and then there comes an album that seems to have ingeniously soared into such spirit and authenticity and coyly finds a way to your soul. Michael Johns' exquisite album, Hold Back My Heart is one of those albums.

LOS ANGELES - Former American Idol contestant Michael Johns bears his soul and casts away the Idol shadow as he's finally released his highly anticipated single, Heart On My Sleeve from his debut album today on iTunes and Amazon and it's one that's surely going to be a respected …
Idol's Michael Johns To Release AlbumSource: OK! Magazine
Michael Johns was widely considered to be the most shocking early elimination in the last season of American Idol.
Fans adored him, and even cold-hearted Simon Cowell said he'd miss the hunky Australian rocker after his untimely departure.
American Idol Season 7 Finalists: Life After IdolSource: USA Today
"Each new season of American Idol threatens to obliterate the momentary triumphs of last year's contestants but Season 7 had more than its share of standouts. USA TODAY checks in on 2008's final 12, including samplings of their post-Idol music."

Michael Johns is not exactly a household name as yet, but he's definitely been in your household – via your television, that is. Last year the Australian crooner auditioned for American Idol and was eliminated from the Top 8 which caused a mass upset with fans all around.
Michael Johns' New Song Just In Time For The HolidaysSource: New York Post
Since his controversial elimination from "American Idol" this past year, Michael Johns has finally established a name for himself as a musician before the year's end. He's now teamed up with Access Hollywood's Nancy O'Dell to promote the Christmas single which he wrote in 2006.
Idol Finalist Is Living His DreamSource: Yahoo! News
Dream On by Aerosmith was the last song he performed on American Idol (AI) Season 7 stage. That was seven months ago. Now, Michael Johns is living his dream of becoming a recording artist. But everything still remains a dream to him.

Often the choice of many at birthday parties or anniversaries, cake has fast become a fun and favourite dessert not just for the ones consuming it but for the designers and creators of the cake.
Michael Johns Likes Fast CarsSource: Motorsport
On October 26, American Idol season seven alum, Michael Johns will sing the National Anthem and perform a mini concert before the Atlanta Motor Speedway.

Welcome to the two-hour Fox promo machine - I mean, the season finale of American Idol. And believe it or not among all the stars, a new star was crowned in what had to be one of the closest finales in seven seasons.
Michael Johns Opens Up About His AI Experience Source: American Idol
Some Idols admit to having had a feeling they might be voted off that week, but Michael Johns says that he would be lying if he didn't say that he was completely shocked.

After last night's shocking elimination, American Idol fans everywhere are buzzing with questions.

The American Idol Elite 8 results show started like a second part to Wednesday's "Idol Give Back," but finished with an elimination that left the audience shocked.

Tonight's American Idol was more about preparing the audience for "Idol Gives Back" with each of the Elite 8 singing their favorite inspirational song. But will the performances inspire voters?

Country night on American Idol can be hit or miss. But Dolly Parton seemed to bring out the best in the Top 9 contenders tonight as they do their best to honor her tunes with some justice.

Tonight on American Idol the Top 10 contenders got to choose songs from the year they were born. Besides making me feel old with only one contestant sharing the same birth decade with me, I had to wonder if the contenders could really maximize on the cool theme.

Finally, American Idol announced the Season 7 guest mentors on the Top 11 results show. Expect to see Dolly Parton, Mariah Carey, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Neil Diamond mixing it up with the Top 10 over the next few weeks. No word yet on which show each mentor will appear.

Tonight the Top 11 celebrated The Beatles – again – on American Idol with even more songs from John Lennon and Paul McCartney – and one by George Harrison. But who would stand out this week?

Welcome to the Horton Hears a Who version of American Idol, also known as 55 minutes of fluff for a five-minute decision. And amongst all the brouhaha, we learned the results from the Top 12 performances.