American Idol Auditions
Sorry for taking so long to post, but I’ve been out on disability. Hopefully, I’m all better now and ready to give you the attention you all so deserve.
First up, time to get those vocal chords tuned because “American Idol” wants you – if not for the competition, then at least for those endless audition shows. And for goodness sake, choose your songs wisely. Don’t start with “Unchained Melody” or anything by Whitney or Celine.
Auditions for the eighth season of “American Idol” begin Thursday, July 17, at the Cow Palace in San Francisco, CA, and will continue in seven other cities. It’s the first step on a journey that could include the opportunity to perform before millions of TV viewers and become household names, with one winning the coveted American Idol title and a major recording contract.
Or more likely, the chance to be mocked by millions and have TMZ tailing you.
Auditions will be held as follows:
San Francisco, CA Thursday, July 17 Cow Palace
Louisville, KY Monday, July 21 Freedom Hall
Phoenix, AZ Friday, July 25 Jobing.com Arena
Salt Lake City, UT Tuesday, July 29 EnergySolutions Arena
San Juan, Puerto Rico Saturday, Aug. 2 Coliseo de Puerto Rico
Kansas City, MO Friday, Aug. 8 Sprint Center
Jacksonville, FL Wednesday, Aug. 13 Veterans Memorial Arena
East Rutherford, NJ Tuesday, Aug. 19 IZOD Center at the Meadowlands
Sports Complex
Here’s the info on the San Francisco “American Idol” auditions, with more details on the other auditions to come later.
WHO: Men and women 16-28 years old as of July 15, 2008 who are eligible to work in the United States. Some restrictions apply. Visit the Web site for specific information.
WHERE: The Cow Palace 2600 Geneva Ave. Daly City, CA 94014
WHEN: Thursday, July 17
HOW: Wristbands will be distributed from 7:00 AM on Tuesday, July 15 until 8:00 AM on Thursday, July 17. Auditioners will not be permitted to camp out. Once they obtain their wristbands, they will be asked to return to the Cow Palace on Thursday, July 17.