American Idol News
–Season three contestant Jennifer Hudson’s Christmas concert special titled “I’ll Be Home For Christmas” will air on ABC in December.
–Season 4 winner Carrie Underwood will receive the Harmony Award on Dec. 12 at Nashville’s Schermerhorn Symphony Center. The award is given to individuals demonstrate a continued interest in Nashville music.
–Season 8 contestant Allison Iraheta’s debut album will be in stores Dec. 1. The first single is “Friday I’ll Be Over U.”
–After a one-year hiatus the “Idol Gives Back” episode will return to American Idol. The episode will air April 21.
–Season 7 contestant Jason Castro’s album release has been delayed until early 2010. The album was originally scheduled for Nov. 17
–Season 6 runner-up Blake Lewis released a new music video titled “Sad Song” from his CD “Heartbreak on Vinyl. The music video is posted below.

