DA week that was in the life of David Archuleta

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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.

Media Headlines

News, Reviews, and Interviews

David Archuleta, Reba McEntire & more Celebrate July 4th in D.C.
by Markette Smith
3 July 2010

David Archuleta skyrocketed to fame on American Idol when he sang “Stand By Me” to a live audience of screaming teenage girls. And now, on July 4th he’ll be at the U.S. Capitol singing the same tune, only this time the song will be dedicated to the American troops, said Archuleta in an interview with DC on HEELS….

Source: DC On Heels video interview with David Archuleta at the rehearsal for A Capitol Fourth (3:04)

A Capitol Fourth: Four Rehearsals
by Vanessa Williams
4 July 2010

I’m so impressed with the level of excellence I’ve experienced since being asked to participate in “A Capitol Fourth”. I’m especially impressed with the very polite, well-mannered, and delightful David Archuleta. No arrogance or swelled head with this young man. I’m also happy I had a chance to meet his mom, Lupe. It’s funny. All three of us background singers are old enough to be his mom! My own daughter is 10 years older than David. As old school as I am, it is SO refreshing that, in spite of his notoriety, he demonstrates such respect for his mom. That respect, then, carries over to everyone else he meets. He has been so gracious to all of us….

Read more: Vanessa Williams’ blog.

Smits, Archuleta play Washington tourists together
by Nikki Schwab
5 July 2010

Of course they had more serious business to attend to in Washington during the weekend, but actor Jimmy Smits and singer David Archuleta were spotted at a lot of the typical touristy places, too — often checking out the town together. The 54-year-old “West Wing” veteran and 19-year-old “American Idol” runner-up visited the National Archives and the Smithsonian National Museum of American History together, bringing family and friends along, too….

Read more at the Washington Examiner.

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Blogs and Vlogs

“Something ‘Bout Love” Release Date + Artwork + Album Pre-Order!
DavidArchuleta.com
8 July 2010

We’d like to announce a date change on the release of David’s new single. It will now be available everywhere on July 20th, not the 13th. The change was made because David wants to give his fans WAY more than just a single, and needed an extra week to do it, but trust us it will be worth it….

Read more at David Archuleta dot com.

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David’s vblog about the Tejano Music Awards.
David’s YouTube
10 July 2010

Appearances – Recent & Future

A Capitol Fourth performance
Washington D.C.
4 July 2010

David Archuleta kicked off PBS’ A Capitol Fourth music and fireworks extravaganza with a stirring rendition of the National Anthem.

Thanks to thop1984.

Here’s another video with excellent audio quality: “The Star Spangled Banner,” thanks to 8throwcenter.

Host Jimmy Smits then introduced the amazing David Archuleta who sang “Stand by Me” as a tribute to Americans in uniform.

Thanks to Larissa Cheong (yanweiz) on YouTube.

Another video with great audio quality: Stand by Me, thanks to 8throwcenter.

David Archuleta sings at Nevada book-signing.
Deseret Bookstore, Henderson, NV
7 July 2010

David attended a book-signing event for his new memoir, Chords of Strength at the Deseret bookstore in Henderson, NV, and he sang two songs, his hit single “Crush” and “Angels” by Robbie Williams.

Watch “Crush,” Intro and singing to tape track (4:21)

Watch “Angels,” a cappella (4:04)

Thanks to Just Mellow Dee for both videos.

David will sing tribute to Selena at the annual Tejano Music Awards show.
San Antonio, TX
11 July 2010

The 2010 Tejano Music Awards will take place on Sunday, July 11, in San Antonio. As a tribute to the late Selena Quintanilla-Perez and the Quintanilla family, David Archuleta will sing her hit song, “Como la Flor.”

TV Commercial for the Tejano Music Awards show.

YouTube by TejanoMusicAwards

Here is David singing a little of “Como La Flor” in San Antonio on 12 March 2009, per fan request. Thanks to lorrena04 (:39)

David Archuleta To Shoot ‘Something ‘Bout Love’ Music Video
Hang for Awhile blog
7 July 2010

David Archuleta is getting ready to shoot the video for his new single “Something “Bout Love.” Details from a casting call reveal that David will be reunited with “Crush” director, Declan White Bloom. The “young lives and good times” video will be shot in Los Angeles on July 16.

The production is looking for a lead girl:

Lead / Female / Caucasian, Ethnically Ambiguous / 18-24 yrs old. Cute charming beautiful young lady with a little bit of edge. Think an American Apparel model look. Need an actress for this role as opposed to a model.

They are also looking for skateboarders:

Featured / Male or Female / All Ethnicities / 18-24 yrs old
Highly experienced skater. If you can’t pull off a 360 kick flip clean,
bonless, or ollie a 6 step with a mute grab, you’re not what were looking for.

Source: Hang for Awhile

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!
✓  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

Quick-glance Appearances Schedule

• 4 July, A Capitol Fourth, Washington, D.C.: David will sing the National Anthem and “Stand by Me”.
• 7 July, Book-signing event, Deseret Books, The Green Valley store, 2651 Paseo Verde Parkway Suite 150, at 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.
• 16 July, Music video production for new single, Los Angeles
• 20 July, “Something ’bout Love” officially released everywhere.

DavidArchie on Twitter

Monday, 5 July

> Went to the Holocaust Museum. Can’t believe people actually went through that. Was amazing to see and learn about it though.
> Decide today how you are going to live your life. It could be simple but profound. You might want to raise a family, help spread……the word for an organization, get more involved in your community, or try something you thought you’d never be able to do…..You’ll look at the opportunities within each day in a different way that you may not have even noticed before, but start today!
> Finally finished traveling for the day. Time to sit and just be a couch potato for the rest of the night! Haha

Tuesday, 6 July

> In Las Vegas! Book signing at Deseret Book in Henderson, Nevada tomorrow.
> Having an Interview with channel 5 here in Vegas in a bit.
> Oh some of the Cirque De Soleil performers are here too. I’ve only seen Beatles’ Love so far but that was awesome to see.
> Just went on a helicopter ride with some awesome folks! Had a great time with everyone!! 🙂

Wednesday, 7 July

> Book signing today in Henderson, Nevada near Las Vegas! It’ll be at Deseret Book, Noon – 2 PM!
> The Deseret Book where the signing’s at is actually in Green Valley to be more specific 🙂
> Had a nice brunch with my mom. Now off to the book signing!
> Book signing went great! Thanks to those who came out for it! Just had a nice lunch meeting.

Thursday, 8 July

> My sisters just called and heard Something ‘Bout Love on the radio in Utah. So awesome! They were all excited lol.
> Having an excellent time in Utah for the day 🙂
> I kinda miss my old picture on here. I think I’m going to change it back for a little while… haha..
> @imafigment mm… maybe later lol. For now I miss the orangeness of the old picture. [reply to: @DavidArchie change it to YOUR NEW SINGLE (most beautifullll) pic:)))))))]
> Finally went and saw How To Train Your Dragon! Fun movie to watch.

Friday, 9 July

> Just spent my entire flight trying to make a peacock out of a dollar. It’s pretty pathetic looking lol. Oh well at least I tried.

Saturday, 10 July

> In San Antonio for the Tejano Music Awards tomorrow!
> By the way I’m not nominated for anything. I’m doing a tribute to the late Selena Quintanilla-Perez who had a big impact on me as a kid 🙂
> @tesflancia That’s AWESOME! I hope I can get back to Asia soon!! Thanks so much for all the support! [reply to: @DavidArchie hello, David! SBL is on air these days in Manila. Just want to let u know.]
> How awesome is this kid? http://twitpic.com/245237
> Haha. http://twitpic.com/24572k
> > So I guess I look enough like me today but not enough to actually be me. People think I kind of look like David Archuleta lol.
> @Vikki_garcia Haha it was funny. 1st one group came up, and then the 2nd group came and they said “you must get that a lot huh?” And no Way! [reply to: @DavidArchie are you jk? dude that is awsome haha ya know selena is a 3rd cousin of mine? haha how cool is it?]
> Here’s a video blog for this week! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30oVTmCNdOk

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Random David Archuleta Quote
from Disney Dreaming
9 July 2010

There are some quotes from David Archuleta that are just too good not to share, so we’ve decided to take to posting Random David Archuleta Quotes from time to time. Here’s the first one that we just couldn’t help but post:

Just spent my entire flight trying to make a peacock out of a dollar. It’s pretty pathetic looking lol. Oh well at least I tried.

Source: Disney Dreaming: Random David Archuleta Quote July 9, 2010

Stories

A little somethin’ somethin’ ’bout love: Part 2
by abanana77
10 July 2010

…when I’m thinking really hard about a difficult math problem… and apparently when I listen to David Archuleta’s new single for the first time…I had heard the snippet (of course) but wasn’t completely in love with it after hearing it. I was more excited to hear the rest of the song. Because from the snippet, I felt like the song had huge potential, and I was hoping the rest of the song would live up to it. But I wasn’t completely sold yet. I wanted the full song to go beyond what I’d heard in the snippet… and boy did it ever!….

Read the rest of abanana77’s thoughtful review of “Something ’bout Love.”

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Como La Flor David Archuleta will soon sing “Como La Flor” at the 30th annual Tejano Awards. His performance will be a tribute to Selena Quintanilla-Pérez (April 16, 1971 – March 31, 1995), known simply as Selena. A Mexican American singer-songwriter, dancer, model, fashion designer, actress, and record producer, she has been called “The Queen of Tejano music”. Though her life was cut short just before her 24th birthday, she dominated the Tejano Awards from 1987 to 1994.

Photo of this week is…!

A Tribute to Selena

David Archuleta’s Arch Angel fans have often depicted him wearing a pair of angel wings. In tribute to Selena and to David’s Tejano Awards performance, the Photo of the Week is a similar photo of the lovely Selena. Gone too soon!

• Thanks to: mybabygirlrihanna

Did you miss last week’s Photo of the Week?

David Archuleta, a Photographer’s Dream

SongsWhile David Archuleta was a contestant on American Idol Season 7 in 2008, he sang many songs from week to week. David’s performances were something I looked forward to and I have enjoyed sharing many of them here with you. Always giving his best, David is one performer who never disappoints. In April 2008, Neil Diamond was a guest mentor to the Top Five contestants. The Diamond song David chose to sing that week is perfect to share with all of you as we celebrate the 4th of July.

The Song of the Week is…

“America”

“America” is a patriotic song written and originally recorded by American singer-songwriter Neil Diamond in 1980 as part of the The Jazz Singer soundtrack album. It is also called “Coming to America” or “They’re Coming to America.” The song speaks of the excitement and anticipation of immigrants coming to America to live a new life of freedom, and it ends with an interpolation of the traditional patriotic song “My Country, ‘Tis of Thee.”

“America” became a hit single for Diamond in 1981, and reached #8 on Billboard’s Hot 100 list that year. It is often used for patriotic celebrations in the United States, though the song was a big hit abroad as well. Neil Diamond sang it at the re-dedication of the Statue of Liberty, on the occasion of its one hundredth anniversary in 1986. He also performed the song shortly after the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. Diamond modified the lyrics slightly during this live performance; toward the end of the song, instead of singing the line “They’re comin’ to America,” he sang, “Stand Up for America.” “America” was used in promotional advertisements for the 2002 Winter Olympics.

Here is Neil Diamond’s version of “America,” with a beautiful tribute to America and all those who were given a new beginning as they arrived on her bright shores.

(Video courtesy of mermaid22ua)

David Archuleta’s rendition of “America” from his Top 5 performance on American Idol. Neil Diamond, the mentor that week, said that David was a “musical prodigy”!

(Video courtesy of DavidArchuletaSpain)

As we take the time to celebrate this 4th of July holiday, let’s remember those who fought to create this wonderful nation we call America, as well as those who crossed oceans and fled tyrannies with hopes of a better life, building their dreams and living in freedom. They are the ones who helped to make this great country of ours truly “the land of the free and the home of the brave.” In their memory, may God Bless America! 😉

Take care all,
Katie

Listen to Song of Last Week.

David Archuleta, the Voice

DA week that was in the life of David Archuleta

Media   David’s World   Fandom

Follow links above to the relevant sections below.

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.

Media Headlines

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?

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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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