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| Mookie Morris is the next eliminated on Canadian Idol |
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on Wednesday, August 20, 2008 - 04:36 AM |
Toronto’s Mookie Morris is the latest competitor to be eliminated from Canadian Idol, it was announced live on CTV last night. After making Idol history last week by being the Torontonian that has advanced the furthest in the series’ six seasons, the popular 18-year-old received the fewest votes cast following last night’s episode. Four singers remain in the hunt to become Canada’s next Canadian Idol in just three short weeks. Next week, the Final Four will be mentored by legendary songstress Anne Murray, who performs in Tuesday’s results episode. It was also announced tonight that American Idol winner Jordin Sparks will perform in next Tuesday’s show as well.
In what fans are saying was one of the best Canadian Idol performance shows ever, the Top 5 performed the music of The Beatles during last night’s show. Morris, the youngest remaining singer in the competition, performed their classic hit “Come Together”. The judging panel had nothing but praise for Morris with Zack Werner declaring his version of the song was “…the best he has ever heard.” Alongside Morris in the Bottom 2 was fellow Ontarian, Drew Wright, 28. The Collingwood, ON native performed The Beatles’ “While My Guitar Gently Weeps”.
Following this week’s show, the Top 4 pack their bags and head home for the first time since they made the Canadian Idol Top 10 for a whirlwind two-day tour. Then it’s back to Toronto, where the Top 4 will work with Anne Murray and rehearse songs from her catalogue for the Performance Episode airing Monday, August 25 at 9 p.m. ET on CTV. The following night, Tuesday, August 26 at 8 p.m. ET on CTV, both Anne Murray and American Idol winner Jordin Sparks will take to the Canadian Idol stage during the Results Episode (visit idol.ctv.ca to confirm local broadcast times).
The Canadian Idol Top 4 performing next week are:
1. Mitch MacDonald, 22, Port Hood, NS, Carpenter, Musician
2. Earl Stevenson, 23, Lloydminster, AB, Swamper for a Backhoe Operator
3. Theo Tams, 23, Lethbridge, AB, Student
4. Drew Wright, 28, Collingwood, ON, Musician, House Painter
As previously announced, the Top 4 will be returning to their respective hometowns on Thursday, August 21 and Friday, August 22. The competitors will each be followed by Canadian Idol camera crews as they visit family and friends, and participate in various events in their communities.
The Top 4 hometown tour events include:
Mitch MacDonald – Port Hood, NS
o Thursday, August 21 at 4 p.m. – Arrival at Halifax airport
o Friday, August 22 at 5:30 p.m. – Barbecue and pre-event at the Al MacInnis Sports Centre followed by a live performance at 7 p.m. at the outdoor stage with autograph session to follow
Earl Stevenson – Lloydminster, AB
o Thursday, August 21 at 8 p.m. – Arrival at Edmonton airport
o Friday, August 22 at 7 p.m. – Live performance by Stevenson at the grandstands of the Lloydminster Exhibition Grounds (5521 - 49 Avenue) followed by an autograph session
Theo Tams – Lethbridge, AB
o Thursday, August 21 at 5:30 p.m. – Arrival at Calgary airport
o Friday, August 22 at 4:30 p.m. – Street party, poster contest, and live performance by Tams in Coaldale, AB at the intersection of 20th Avenue and 19th Street, followed by an autograph session
o Friday, August 22 at 6 p.m. – 2008 Whoop-Up Days BBQ and live performance at 7 p.m. by Tams at Exhibition Park 2008 Whoop-Up Days on the Gas King Stage at Pioneer Park, followed by an autograph session
Drew Wright – Collingwood, ON
o Friday, August 22 at 4:30 p.m. – Welcome home parade down Hurontario Street followed by a live performance by Wright at 5:30 p.m. and an autograph session
About Anne Murray
Recognized worldwide, Anne Murray’s signature voice has graced the airwaves for over 40 years. With a catalogue of hits including, “A Little Good News,” “You Needed Me,” “Love Song,” “Could I Have This Dance” and “Snowbird,” Murray’s career continues to be the benchmark for longevity and professionalism.
The EMI recording artist has garnered countless accolades, including four Grammy Awards, numerous Country Music Association Awards and a record number of JUNO Awards. Her latest CD, Anne Murray Duets: Friends & Legends, was certified Platinum in three weeks and double Platinum in six weeks. It was her highest album debut in over 20 years. Murray recently completed a highly successful “Coast to Coast – One Last Time” Canadian tour, and plans are underway for the release of a special holiday album at the end of September,
About Jordin Sparks
At an age when most teens are looking forward to a carefree summer break, 17-year-old Jordin Sparks graced the stage as the youngest American Idol winner and spent last summer crafting her self-titled debut album. The album produced the infectious singles “Tattoo,” “One Step at a Time” and the wildly popular collaboration with Chris Brown entitled “No Air.” Sparks has won a Teen Choice Award, an NAACP Award and two BET awards. She has also been nominated for two MTV Video Music Awards. Honing the confidence, class and breathtaking range of emotion that put her at the epicenter of the entertainment world during her American Idol run, Sparks continues to tour in support of her album.
Highlights from each week’s Canadian Idol episodes are available on demand on the CTV Video Player at CTV.ca. Encore presentations of each week’s Performance and Results Episodes also air back-to-back Thursdays at 8 p.m. ET on MuchMoreMusic.
Tickets to Canadian Idol's live performance and results shows are available at all Ticketmaster outlets, online at www.ticketmaster.ca or by telephone (check local listings). Tickets go on sale at 12 noon on the Monday prior to the next week’s shows and sell out quickly. Rush tickets are also available to the most enthusiastic fans showing up at the John Bassett Theatre two hours before show time. Visit idol.ctv.ca for more information.
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