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Keeping up with the über-talented, awe-inspiring, world-travelling David Archuleta can be a full-time job. Even the most (D)avid fans among us don’t always have time to follow David. Here are some of last week’s top stories about the awesome David Archuleta.

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News, Reviews, and Interviews

David Archuleta says his ‘life is in the Lord’s hands’.
by Cecilia Skinner
Mormon Times
28 June 2010

OREM, Utah — David Archuleta’s favorite day is Sunday. He can relax and listen to some music. He says it’s a perfect time to listen to the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. And for Archuleta, being a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is a plus.

“My life is in the Lord’s hands,” he says. “Even in the toughest times, I know he is there.”

Read more: Mormon Times

Photo credit: (Click to enlarge.) David Archuleta and his mother, Lupe Marie Mayorga, speak with fans at a book-signing event at Deseret Book in Orem on June 8, 2010. Brian Nicholson, El Observador de Utah

David Archuleta sings “Something ’bout Love.”
previewed on his official website
30 June 2010

David Archuleta releases the lead single from his upcoming second pop album due this fall. First, those who have joined David’s Mobile Hotline could hear a 60-second clip by calling the hotline at 801.386.8196. Later, the song could be heard in full on David’s website.

“Something ’bout Love” was written by David, Sam Hollander, and Dave Katz, aka “Sluggo”. It’s uptempo, with key changes that showcase David’s full vocal range. It will be available for digital purchase at David’s online music store on July 13 and on iTunes July 20. Radio adds start on July 26.

Buy “Something ‘Bout Love” EXCLUSIVELY on DA.com on July 13th. You wont be able to get it anywhere else until July 20th!

David Archuleta Grows Up With New Single “Something ‘Bout Love.”
by Robbie Daw, Idolator.com
1 July 2010

…And gone is all the teen whimsy and “Crush”-ing David did on his eponymous debut. This time around the 19-year-old Utah crooner is showcasing a more adult sound….
David is still treading down the pop trail, and unabashedly so. But with all the swirling synth loops, the dance beat and lyrics about broken hearts and being brought to your knees by the world, we can’t help feeling that—sniff!—our little Archie is all grown up. This is the type of soaring jam we can picture UK group Take That having a field day with, so naturally it gets our stamp of approval 100%….

Source: Idolator Read the comments, they are great!

David Archuleta’s Capitol 4th promo interviews with FOX40 Live!
Fox-TV interviews David via satellite from Washington, D.C.
1 July 2010

FOX2 MORNINGS in Detroit MI: David talks about singing the National Anthem, his best-selling book, and his upcoming album, and fitting in a social life with his ‘job’. (3:12)

DC INTERVIEW w/ KSTU FOX13 in SLC UT: David says he’ll also sing “Stand by Me,” will perform to the largest crowd ever, talks about how meaningful it is to sing the National Anthem, his new single, best-selling book (3:59)

KDVR FOX31 in Denver CO: Talks about “A Capitol Fourth,” and how much he enjoys singing “The Star-Spangled Banner” (3:22)

KHON2 WAKE-UP 2DAY in Hawaii: Says the difficulty of “The Star-Spangled Banner,” with its big range, provides the emotional content in the song. Talks about his new album and how the songs really are self-expressive. (4:21)

40sec GAME in Grand Rapids MI: David answers 8 questions in 40 seconds (1:10)

Thanks to jr4djma for the YouTube videos.

David Archuleta will sing The National Anthem on the Fourth of July!
A Capitol Fourth, PBS-TV, live telecast in Washington, D.C.
2 July 2010

David Archuleta will join singers Gladys Knight, Reba McEntire, and Darius Rucker on July 4th at the 30th anniversary of A Capitol Fourth, to be aired live on PBS July 4, 8/7c, from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol. This is America’s 234th birthday!

More information: PBS Pressroom: A Capitol Fourth

Music Review: David Archuleta, “Something ‘Bout Love”
by Kirsten Coachman for Blogcritics.org
2 July 2010

“Something ‘Bout Love” is very different from any of the music on Archuleta’s 2008 self-titled debut album. The song itself is still very much a pop song, but it also have a dance vibe, which definitely is a nice surprise….

Read more: Blogcritics.org

Which Fourth lineup is better?
USA Today
2 July 2010

Washington, D.C. always puts on a great fireworks show for the Fourth of July, and Jimmy Smits is again hosting A Capitol Fourth, airing on PBS on Sunday night. Among the stars will be American Idol alum David Archuleta performing the national anthem.

But offering some big competition: Macys 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular, airing on NBC at 9 p.m. on Sunday with hosts Nick Cannon of America’s Got Talent and Alison Sweeney of The Biggest Loser. Among the stars will be Justin Bieber….

See poll results: Which lineup is better: PBS or Macys?

David’s World

Blogs, Tweets, Appearances

Blogs and Vlogs

YOU Create David Archuleta’s New Deluxe Edition Package!
DavidArchuleta.com
2 June 2010

…David is recording a brand new album as we speak. There is no set release date yet, BUT David is already cooking up ideas to create a special fan package! What better place to find ideas for a fan package than from his fans! So he wants to hear what YOU, the fans, want in this potential special fan package to be available only here on DavidArchuleta.com….

Choose your deluxe edition item: David Archuleta Deluxe Edition Package

David Announces New Single!
DA MySpace Blog
24 June 2010

David’s new single from his upcoming album will be available exclusively on DavidArchuleta.com on July 13th! It will then be made available on iTunes on July 20th! Stay tuned for more David information!

SOURCE: David Archuleta’s MySpace

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David Archuleta Vblogs about the Fourth of July.
YouTube: 6:08 minutes
3 July 2010

Appearances – Recent & Future

• 4 July, A Capitol Fourth, Washington, D.C.: David will sing the National Anthem and “Stand by Me”.
• 7 July, Book-signing, Deseret Books, Henderson, NV, noon.
• 11 July, Tejano Awards Party, San Antonio, Texas: David will sing Selena’s “Como La Flor.”
• 13 July, first single from his next pop album will be available on his new Music Store.
• More book-signing dates are coming up.

Chords of Strength Book Signing Tour

Do you have a copy of Chords of Strength? Amazon: $15.61 today
Penguin Books: Hardcover $22.95; eBook $10.99
Barnes & Noble: $16.52 online
Borders: Hardcover $22.95

Book tour dates
David will perform one song!


Book tour dates:
✓  1 June – Bookends, Ridgewood, NJ
✓  2 June – Borders, Manhattan, NY
✓  3 June – Barnes & Noble, Smith Haven Mall, Lake Grove, NY
✓  5 June – Barnes & Noble, Mall of America, Bloomington, MN
✓  7 June – Deseret Books, Salt Lake City, UT
✓  8 June – Deseret Books, Orem, UT
✓17 June – Deseret Books, Rexburg, ID
✓  8 June – Deseret Books, Orem, UT
7 July – Deseret Books, Henderson, NV, noon

DavidArchie on Twitter

Monday, 28 June

> “In life, see every difficulty as a stepping stone to greater achievement. You’re better and stronger than any hardship you face.”
> In Nashville! Going to work on some of the songs we’ve written here.
> I am previewing my brand NEW single right NOW at 801-386-8196! Call in to hear it first! Let me know what you guys think! Thanks!
> @DArchuletaGirl Thanks I’m glad you like it 🙂 in reply to DArchuletaGirl

Tuesday, 29 June

> Good morning. Time for phone interviews.
> Finished doing interviews. Now off to rework another song! Fun hanging with @JoyWilliams and the gang again.
> @x3iPODarchie Haha I know! I promise we wrote the song before we knew about that though. [reply to: “LOL @justinbieber has a song called Somebody To Love, @DavidArchie’s song is gonna be Something ‘Bout Love. 😛 <33”]
> Finished working on music for the day.

Wednesday, 30 June

> @AnnieDAFG Oh wow that’s really cool! thanks for letting me know! 2 years! Crazy! [reply to: @DavidArchie Do you know tomorrow is your 2 year anniversary for embarking on your 1st tour ever? July 1st, 2008, Glendale, AZ, Idol Live =)]
> Just had great pancakes at Pancake Pantry for my first time!
> Fact: avocado popsicles from Las Paletas are amazing!

Thursday, 1 July

> Good morning! Doing satellite TV interviews here in Washington DC!
> You can now hear the full version of Something ‘Bout Love on www.davidarchuleta.com! Hope you guys enjoy it! 🙂
> @claudette4u Yep 🙂 With Sam and Sluggo [reply to: @DavidArchie You wrote the song , right??]
> @davidsgiftFOD Oh for a second when I read that for some reason I thought you said “We are Georgia Georgia” haha. [reply to: @davidarchie We are GA GA over it!!!!!!!!!!!! : )]
> @kimak The message in the song isn’t really about dancing though lol. It’s more heartfelt. Kind of odd how they are different. [reply to: @DavidArchie DANCE VIDEO PLEASE!?]
> Nope, I have a book signing July 7th in Henderson, Nevada (by Las Vegas) 🙂 RT @lovedavidarchie Are you all done with book signings?
> Haha! yeah! RT @CanadianArchie at Deseret Book. The Green Valley store, 2651 Paseo Verde Parkway Suite 150 July 7th at NOON! Book signing 🙂
> Just went back to the White House. Took a tour this time :). Really cool!

Friday, 2 July

> It’s always a challenge to sing in the morning. It’s like my voice shuts off until noon or something haha.
> At the National Archives. Way cool! All these incredible documents. Declaration of Independence, The Constitution, neat stuff.
> Wow 2-1 Holland vs. Brazil.

Saturday, 3 July

> Beautiful weather the last few days! Hopefully tomorrow isn’t too hot. Hope everyone has had a good start to their weekend.
> Taking a tour at the American History Museum! A lot of neat stuff. And a lot of people… Haha

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Vote for David Archuleta on the Teen Choice Awards!
30 June 2010

David has been nominated for not one but two Teen Choice Awards! Vote for him now to win in the “Choice American Idol Alum” and “Most Fanatic Fans” categories! The TCA will air August 9 8/7c on Fox-TV and we hear that David will be attending.

David Archuleta rehearses for the 30th annual PBS “A Capitol Fourth” concert.
by Associated Press/Wireimage.com
3 July 2010

Photo credit: Morigi/WireImage

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