Crossover treats for American TVs: Jackie Evancho.

Well, in terms of my loving of crossover over music, I can recall that Americans are really lucky. This past few weeks, a new comer in classical crossover world has just invaded all day time TV program in the States. The 11 years-old American Got Talent runner Jackie Evancho is making herself busy this week by appearing some of the noted TV program obviously to promote her debut album.

Jackie Evancho, who was just released her debut album "Dream with Me" under the TV mogul Simon Cowell's label, is doing the tv tour in the US. From the east coast to west coast, she started with an appearence in NBC's Today Show, then singing outside FOX studios during FOX & Friends Live, when to The View afterwards. Later on she will head to west coast, meeting with buddy Jay Leno, The Talk, then interviewed by Piers Morgan on CNN. with an additional treat for the viewer, some of the music performance were backed by the hitman himself, David Foster (He's the producer of Jackie's latest album).

One thing I like about Jackie is that her lil-kid attitude. Despite of she is an intention of people, this girl is keeping her self down to earth. classy. Innocent girl she is. Take a look of how she responds to Today Show host's question, asking about her feeling to be at the number 1 spot on Amazon.com, beating Lady Gaga and Adele. Jackie responds: "It feels amazing and I kinda feel sad because I'm kicking out from their spot". arrghh.. I wanna take this girl home.

 I really looking forward to see her interview on Piers Morgan Tonight, since the program will be aired here in my country too, Indonesia. However, I haven't got any information whether the show will go live or not.

All songs she performed are in her new album "Dreams with Me". Have guys listened to it? My favorite is her duet with Barbra Streisand, singing 'Somewhere'. The music sounds magical to me. really love it. 

With all of those tv appearence, I hope Jackie will get wider audiences. I think she will go shiner as she keeps herself down to earth. Good luck Jackie!

"Popstar to Operastar" is back!!!

One of my favorite singing shows is now back on-air: Popstar to Operastar...


Aired by UK's ITV, this show is not just an ordinary singing talent show. Starting this early of June, the show challenges some famous  pop star to sing in an operatic way. Every week each of the eight popstars will sing arias from some famous opera numbers. The panel of judges will include crossover violinist Vanessa Mae, actor Simon Callow, mezzo soprano Katherine Jenkins and tenor Rolando Villazon (who both are also mentoring the contestants).


Despite of critiques from the opera insiders (which judging the show as the opera abuser), this show still has some an essence point to take. "I think it's a good thing that 'opera' is being presented in a prime-time slot," Welsh acclaimed tenor, Russell Watson supports. He adds "I've been a huge supporter of popularising this genre. Long may it continue." I'm with you Mr Watson. I think this show helps interpreting opera (as enjoyable music applicable to everyone no matter how old you are) into the wider audiences, especially to pop listeners. 


In this season, popstars that will compete are:
1. former Pussycat Dolls, Melody Thorton
2. former member of popband STEPS, Claire Richard
3. X-Factor winner, Joe McElderry
4. 90's soul/gospel singer, Jocelyn Brown
5. Midge Ure
6. Joseph Washbourn
7. Andy Bell
8. Cheryl Baker

here are some videos of the Popstar to Operastar week 1 posted  by Stepsfan4ever on YouTube.

So, what do you think? who is deserved to be voted off??

All Angels singing at the Champion League Final 2011

Such a big deal for these Angels to take this job: singing at the Champion League Final  (match of Manchester United def. Barcelona) With thousand eyes watching at the Wembley Stadium, and 160 million viewers watching on their television, All Angels have already taken the world by storm.

Most of All Angels members (except Rachel) Melanie, Daisy, Charlotte, were on their exam week when they got prepared for the big event. But they were way too exicted for singing in such an internationally-known sport event. They tweeted: Saturday evening is drawing nearer! Exams will soon be over too! BRING ON SATURDAY! :-) R xxx 


At the event, All Angels sang the famous Champion League theme song (the one which inspired by Handel's "Zadok The Priest" arrangement). But they added some version of their own. Actually, it was an unexpected offer for them to sing there. They just got the project just weeks before the event went on. It was their "Starlight" EP producer, Matt Clifford, who used to made a commercial jingle. He lend the project to the girls. Fyi, in champion league final 2009, Andrea Bocelli was asked to sing the theme too.


As the big fan of them, I was really excited about the performance. First time to watch them LIVE via my local TV. Unfortunately, the camera wasn't so friendly to the girls. As I watched it, I could barely see the face of four members. The cameras were too busy taking all football players' faces. But, I could still hear they sang. Their version of the theme song was beautiful though. I think they should put it on their upcoming album or iTunes by now :)

Below, I attached a video (posted on YouTube by ryanmedia2009 - thanks Ryan) showing behind the scene of their preparation before hit the pitch of the Wembley. Via this video, you can hear too the clearer audio of their  version of Champion League theme song.

some twitpics they uploaded before and after their performance at the Wembley

Striking a pose with THE CHAMPIONS CUP!

ALL ANGELS & TINCHY STRYDER after performing in the Opening Ceremony of the Champions League Final at Wembley!

(Photo via All Angels twitter & http://www.allangelsonline.com/)

Can't wait to see you