Kara DioGuardi News and Photos

'American Idol' Judges Through The Years

Thu, January 24 2013 12:44am - Source: The Huffington Post - Entertainment

Now that Season 12 of " American Idol " is in full swing -- complete with Nicki Minaj and Mariah Carey's ongoing feud -- a total of ten judges have served on Fox's singing competition show.

Ex-"American Idol" Judge Kara DioGuardi Awaiting Birth of Son

Thu, January 24 2013 12:38am - Source: ArtistDirect

Former American Idol judge and songwriter Kara DioGuardi and her husband, Mike McCuddy, are expecting a son via a gestational surrogate.

Former 'Idol' Judge To Have Child

Thu, January 17 2013 2:50pm - Source: The Huffington Post - Entertainment

Another "American Idol" offspring is on the way, as former judge Kara DioGuardi confirmed to People magazine on Wednesday that she'll finally have a little one of her own.

Clay Aiken On What's Wrong With 'Idol'

Mon, December 17 2012 7:46pm - Source: The Huffington Post - Entertainment

Clay Aiken has noticed a shift in " American Idol." While reminiscing with Billboard about his time on the series, Aiken said the first few seasons of "Idol" were "about the contestants."

Plenty of new Christmas music under the tree this season

Tue, December 04 2012 4:42pm - Source: Soundspike

The Malibu-born, platinum recording artist brings her easygoing rhythms and breezy style to "Christmas in the Sand." It features four original Christmas songs, including the humorous, mid-tempo title track, which was written by Caillat, Jason Reeves and Kara DioGuardi.

Pandora Clashes With Musicians Over Song Payments

Mon, December 03 2012 9:21pm - Source: Rolling Stone

In its long-running battle with Pandora over royalty payments for streaming songs, the record business dispatched its most potent weapon – prominent musicians – to Capitol Hill this week.

Steven Tyler on Aerosmith's 'Can't Stop Loving You' - Premiere

Mon, October 29 2012 1:10pm - Source: Rolling Stone

RollingStone.com will be premiering Aerosmith's Music From Another Dimension! album, one track at a time, in the weeks leading up to the November 6th release.

Kanye West Goes H.A.M. After Paparazzo Asks About Reggie Bush: Morning Mix

Tue, October 16 2012 12:24pm - Source: Idolator

Kanye West grabbed a female photographer's camera after she apparently heckled him and Kim Kardashian with questions about Kim's ex, Reggie Bush .

Colbie Caillat Will Release "Christmas in the Sand" on October 23

Fri, September 21 2012 9:08pm - Source: ArtistDirect

Singer-songwriter Colbie Caillat , known for her summery, beachy, easy, breezy, Cali vibe, will release her first album of holiday music, Christmas in the Sand on October 23 via Republic Records.

Mariah Carey, 'American Idol' Judge? Celine Dion and Mary J. Blige Also Rumored to Be In Running

Sat, July 14 2012 4:15pm - Source: AOL Music

Star power, after all, is what judges add to TV talent shows that otherwise feature unknowns whose performances can range from surprisingly good to stunningly awful.

With Steven Tyler Leaving, What's Next for 'American Idol'?

Fri, July 13 2012 1:25pm - Source: Rolling Stone

Days before he announced that he would be stepping down from his post as a judge on American Idol, Steven Tyler was guarded about his future on the hit reality-singing competition.

J.Lo Talks 'Idol' Without Steven Tyler

Fri, July 13 2012 12:48pm - Source: The Huffington Post - Entertainment

"American Idol" is on the brink of an adolescent identity crisis.

Theory of a Deadman's Tyler Connolly says it's about the songs

Tue, May 01 2012 1:43pm - Source: Soundspike

Connolly and Theory of a Deadman have earned fans with their honest and direct lyrics, coupled by soaring pop melodies.

Ryan Seacrest Signs On For More 'Idol'

Tue, April 24 2012 2:21am - Source: The Huffington Post - Entertainment

The judges panel may have seen a lot of big names come and go, but one person " American Idol " (Wednesdays and Thursdays at 8 p.m. ET on Fox) viewers can count on being there is Ryan Seacrest.

Introducing...Helena

Tue, April 17 2012 7:49pm - Source: ArtistDirect

Warner Bros. Records has signed India-born, Los Angeles, CA-based singer and songwriter, with several upcoming live appearances set to serve as a welcome introduction to this gifted newcomer.