# american idol (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover american idol. Page: Feed: --- ## [Supporting the LGBTQ+ Community on the Journey to Recovery](https://pridesource.com/article/mccmh-substance-use-recovery) _2026-08-20 · Pride Source_ Choosing to seek help for a substance use disorder takes courage, and taking the first step toward recovery isn't always easy. For members of the LGBTQ+ community, worries about being accepted or understood can make that decision even more difficult. At Macomb County Community Mental Health (MCCMH), we believe everyone deserves compassionate, affirming care. We offer person-centered care to help… ## [How the Detroit Disco Daddies Turn Queer Joy Into a Live Disco Spectacle](https://pridesource.com/article/how-the-detroit-disco-daddies-turn-queer-joy-into-a-live-disco-spectacle) _2026-08-19 · Pride Source_ If you’ve ever gone out clubbing around Detroit and stumbled across two men dressed to the nines in disco attire, singing their hearts out to covers of hit songs like “It’s Raining Men” or “I Feel Love,” then you’ve probably met AJ and Bookie, better known as the Detroit Disco Daddies. The Daddies, a staple at the cocktail bar Lowkey in Detroit, are couple Adam (AJ) and Jerome (Bookie)… ## [When Family Ties Start to Choke, Sometimes You Need to Get Out the Knife](https://pridesource.com/article/creep-of-the-week-aug-20-2026) _2026-08-19 · Pride Source_ A recent New York Times opinion piece titled “Cutting Your Parents Off Isn’t the Answer” has resulted in a lot of chatter by people I follow on Bluesky about whether or not queer people who aren’t accepted by their parents or other family members should cut ties with them. The author of the piece discusses her relationship with her father and how both of them worked to repair that relationship.… ## [Michigan Celebrates First Transgender and Nonbinary Pride Month](https://pridesource.com/article/michigan-transgender-and-nonbinary-pride-month) _2026-08-18 · Pride Source_ Michigan's LGBTQ+ community is celebrating its first Transgender and Nonbinary Pride and History Month this August, an initiative born from one advocate's decades of work and a rally that brought old friends together. Michelle Fox-Phillips, who serves on the boards of MiGen and the Gender Identity Network Alliance , says the idea had been on her mind for years. It took shape last year at a rally… ## [Banana Ball – Wilmington – Texas Tailgaters vs Loco Beach Coconuts](https://blog.concertkatie.com/banana-ball-wilmington-texas-tailgaters-vs-loco-beach-coconuts/) _2026-08-18 · Katie · Concert Katie_ Over the weekend my initial plans were to get a new Hanson state and head to West Virginia to see them. However, none of my friends were able to join me and I wasn’t feeling up to... ## [Democrats Are Trying to Disqualify Trans Candidates. Here's How.](https://pridesource.com/article/trans-candidates) _2026-08-18 · Pride Source_ This article was originally published by Uncloseted Media . Editor's note: Uncloseted Media is one of a growing number of independent, queer-led newsrooms doing the kind of sustained investigative work that national outlets often miss, and we like to spotlight that work when we can. This piece also hits close to home: Joanna Whaley and Toni Mua, two of the candidates featured here, ran in… ## [Attend Transgender Pride in the Park, Go to Lesbian Camp, Experience Hot Fix Sideshow, Debut your Drag Act, Visit the New Pride Source Events Page](https://pridesource.com/article/queer-things-to-do-aug-20-2026) _2026-08-17 · Pride Source_ Summer may theoretically be winding down, but apparently nobody told Michigan's queer calendar. The next couple of weeks offer everything from an old-school picnic to sword swallowing, open-stage drag and an all-new way to find an endless parade of LGBTQ+ events throughout Michigan. In other words: Summer isn't over until the queers say it's done. 1. Picnic With Pride Transgender Michigan's… ## [James Maslow Admits Writing A Memoir Is “The Most Vulnerable And Scary Thing I’ve Ever Done”](https://musicmayhemmagazine.com/james-maslow-admits-writing-a-memoir-is-the-most-vulnerable-and-scary-thing-ive-ever-done/) _2026-08-16 · Melinda Lorge · Music Mayhem_ "The book is going to talk about stories I've never shared with the world, from being a kid to where I'm at now," Maslow revealed of his forthcoming memoir. The post James Maslow Admits Writing A Memoir Is “The Most Vulnerable And Scary Thing I’ve Ever Done” appeared first on Music Mayhem . ## [Michigan Supreme Court Clarifies Entrapment Standard After Stings Targeted LGBTQ+ Men](https://pridesource.com/article/people-v-jade) _2026-08-14 · Pride Source_ The Michigan Supreme Court has issued its opinion in People v. Jade , a ruling that reshapes how courts across the state must evaluate entrapment claims arising from police sting operations, and one that could mark a major turning point for Evan Lakatos, the Muskegon man convicted after a fake Grindr profile was used to arrest him in 2021. Lakatos' case has been held in abeyance in the Michigan… ## [Banana Ball – Allentown – Party Animals vs Firefighters](https://blog.concertkatie.com/banana-ball-allentown-party-animals-vs-firefighters/) _2026-08-13 · Katie · Concert Katie_ This Allentown trip was a bit of a circus. Initially I was supposed to go with another group, but when their vacation plans clashed I turned to plan B having the Group Chat come to watch... ## [Licensed Dispensaries, Pay with Crypto (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/wiR3KlMeyOIu) _2026-08-13 · **Sponsored**_ Search verified licensed dispensaries and pay with Bitcoin, Lightning, or stablecoins. ## [2026 NFR Concert Guide: Riley Green, Bailey Zimmerman, Luke Bryan, Jason Aldean & More To Perform In Las Vegas During National Finals Rodeo](https://musicmayhemmagazine.com/2026-nfr-las-vegas-concert-guide-riley-green-bailey-zimmerman-luke-bryan-jason-aldean-more-complete-concert-list/) _2026-08-12 · Andrew Wendowski · Music Mayhem_ A complete list of all the concerts taking place during National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, including Koe Wetzel, CREED, Bailey Zimmerman, Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan and more. The post 2026 NFR Concert Guide: Riley Green, Bailey Zimmerman, Luke Bryan, Jason Aldean & More To Perform In Las Vegas During National Finals Rodeo appeared first on Music Mayhem . ## [Trump is About to be Down Bad With O’Donnell Derangement Syndrome](https://pridesource.com/article/creep-of-the-week-aug-11-2026) _2026-08-11 · Pride Source_ She’s back, baby! Rosie O’Donnell is back in the United States after moving to Ireland shortly after Trump was elected for the second stupid time. She was on the cover of People magazine, has a one-woman show called “ Common Knowledge ” that she’s performing on Broadway and she’s slated to guest-host Jimmy Kimmel Live. Oh, and she still hates Trump. As one should. The media likes to talk about… ## [17 Years After ‘American Idol,’ Adam Lambert Is Still Reinventing Himself](https://pridesource.com/article/17-years-after-american-idol-adam-lambert-is-still-reinventing-himself) _2026-08-07 · Pride Source_ At this point, performing on a national stage is second nature to Adam Lambert, who shot to fame 17 years ago during the eighth season of “American Idol” in May 2009. Just six months later, Lambert went on to release his hit album “For Your Entertainment,” which included the Billboard Top 10 single “Whataya Want from Me.” “I have a better sense of what my voice can do,” Lambert tells Pride Source,… ## [Don't Call Me Trans: Why It's Time We Define Ourselves on Our Own Terms](https://pridesource.com/article/trans-lucent-aug-2026) _2026-08-06 · Pride Source_ We are fighting our fight all wrong. We have accepted the terms of battle, of our very existence, from those who seek to demean us, reduce us to insignificance, to erase us from society. It’s time to stop and it starts with the way we define ourselves. To begin: Why do we continue to call ourselves “transgender"? By definition, the prefix “trans” connotes a change from one form to another. That is… ## [Who Will Save Girls from the Ghouls Saving Girls’ Sports?](https://pridesource.com/article/who-will-save-girls-from-the-ghouls-saving-girls-sports) _2026-08-06 · Pride Source_ When I was in elementary school, my twin sister and I played in a youth soccer league. We were the only girls on an otherwise all-boys team. Now, I don’t know how or why this happened. I do not know if this was a league where boys and girls played together on the same teams or if our dad talked our way onto a boys’ team (which is something he probably would have done, overstating our talent and… ## [Megan Moroney Teams Up With American Girl For New Fashion And Accessory Collection: Here’s How to Buy](https://musicmayhemmagazine.com/megan-moroney-teams-up-with-american-girl-for-new-fashion-and-accessory-collection-heres-how-to-buy/) _2026-08-05 · Andrew Wendowski · Music Mayhem_ Launching August 5 at AmericanGirl.com and American Girl retail stores nationwide. The post Megan Moroney Teams Up With American Girl For New Fashion And Accessory Collection: Here’s How to Buy appeared first on Music Mayhem . ## [Morgan Wallen Wraps Still The Problem Tour With Electrifying Two-Night Finale In Philadelphia](https://musicmayhemmagazine.com/morgan-wallen-wraps-still-the-problem-tour-with-electrifying-two-night-finale-in-philadelphia/) _2026-08-04 · Andrew Wendowski · Music Mayhem_ "This is the last stop on this tour for this year, and it is not by accident that we picked Philadelphia to end the tour," Wallen said. The post Morgan Wallen Wraps Still The Problem Tour With Electrifying Two-Night Finale In Philadelphia appeared first on Music Mayhem . ## [Morgan Wallen’s Still The Problem Tour Walk-Outs: Nick Saban, Caitlin Clark And A Full List Of Every Guest Who Joined Him](https://musicmayhemmagazine.com/morgan-wallen-still-the-problem-tour-walk-out-nick-saban-caitlin-clark-and-a-full-list-of-every-guest-who-joined-him/) _2026-08-04 · Andrew Wendowski · Music Mayhem_ From Caitlin Clark to Nick Saban, the Still The Problem Tour featured some unforgettable walkout moments. The post Morgan Wallen’s Still The Problem Tour Walk-Outs: Nick Saban, Caitlin Clark And A Full List Of Every Guest Who Joined Him appeared first on Music Mayhem . ## [Banana Ball – Savannah – Bananas vs Firefighters](https://blog.concertkatie.com/banana-ball-savannah-bananas-vs-firefighters/) _2026-08-04 · Katie · Concert Katie_ A second Bananas series was never on my radar. Until Monday when my friends were talking about going to the games. I thought that a flight would be ridiculous to buy the Monday before, but it was... ## [David Cook at Stage One](https://blog.concertkatie.com/david-cook-at-stage-one/) _2026-08-03 · Katie · Concert Katie_ Thursday night I made my way to Fairfield to check out David Cook on his Bleed Me Dry tour. This was the last show of the run so things were a little slap happy and off the... ## [Stream Torrents and IPTV Instantly (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/S0EQ4veyhu2s) _2026-08-03 · **Sponsored**_ Search, index, and play music, movies, books, and live TV in your browser. ## [Banana Ball Hartford – CLowns vs Party Animals](https://blog.concertkatie.com/banana-ball-hartford-clowns-vs-party-animals/) _2026-08-03 · Katie · Concert Katie_ What was originally supposed to be my birthday celebration before there was actual birth-day things to do was the Party Animals and the Clowns playing in Hartford the weekend after my birthday. Thursday I made my way... ## [Megan Moroney And Raising Cane’s Launches Limited-Edition Cloud 9 Rhinestone Tumblers And Souvenir Cups: How To Buy](https://musicmayhemmagazine.com/megan-moroney-and-raising-canes-launches-limited-edition-cloud-9-rhinestone-tumblers-and-souvenir-cups-how-to-buy/) _2026-07-30 · Andrew Wendowski · Music Mayhem_ The Megan Moroney Rhinestone Tumbler and the "Cloud 9" Souvenir Cup will be available beginning Thursday, July 30, while supplies last. The post Megan Moroney And Raising Cane’s Launches Limited-Edition Cloud 9 Rhinestone Tumblers And Souvenir Cups: How To Buy appeared first on Music Mayhem . ## [Hanson Birthday Weekend](https://blog.concertkatie.com/hanson-birthday-weekend/) _2026-07-23 · Katie · Concert Katie_ Wednesday I took off for Boston, thinking I was on my way to a Benson Boone concert before seeing Hanson for the rest of the weekend. Unfortunately, not too far from my house when I was waiting... ## [Scotty McCreery Looks Back On 15 Years: “A Lot’s Happened That I’m Very Proud Of”](https://musicmayhemmagazine.com/scotty-mccreery-looks-back-on-15-years-a-lots-happened-that-im-very-proud-of/) _2026-07-19 · Melinda Lorge · Music Mayhem_ “A lot's happened in 15 years that I'm very proud of. And I think sometimes it's good to stop, smell the roses, and just appreciate where you're at, keep working to keep moving forward." The post Scotty McCreery Looks Back On 15 Years: “A Lot’s Happened That I’m Very Proud Of” appeared first on Music Mayhem . ## [Koe Wetzel Gets Real About a Decade Of Chaos And Growth That Led To ‘The Night Champion’](https://musicmayhemmagazine.com/koe-wetzel-gets-real-about-a-decade-of-chaos-and-growth-that-led-to-the-night-champion/) _2026-07-18 · Melinda Lorge · Music Mayhem_ "The Night Champion is basically about surviving the night... over the past 10 years kind of evolving into who I am today and kind of the music evolving as well." The post Koe Wetzel Gets Real About a Decade Of Chaos And Growth That Led To ‘The Night Champion’ appeared first on Music Mayhem . ## [Country Splash Cabo 2026: Lineup, Daily Schedule, Tickets, Resort Packages And Everything You Need To Know](https://musicmayhemmagazine.com/country-splash-cabo-2026-lineup-daily-schedule-tickets-resort-packages-and-everything-you-need-to-know/) _2026-07-15 · Andrew Wendowski · Music Mayhem_ Country Splash Cabo takes place September 4-6, 2026, during Labor Day weekend in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. The post Country Splash Cabo 2026: Lineup, Daily Schedule, Tickets, Resort Packages And Everything You Need To Know appeared first on Music Mayhem . ## [Taylor Hanson & David Garza Rambling Hearts Pioneertown CA](https://blog.concertkatie.com/taylor-hanson-david-garza-rambling-hearts-pioneertown-ca/) _2026-07-15 · Katie · Concert Katie_ When Taylor announced another solo show in CA I was pretty set on not going. But as my friends all started feeling FOMO and planning to go, I rearranged a few of my appointments to get there... ## [RaeLynn Files For Divorce From Husband Joshua Davis After 10 Years Of Marriage, Issues Statement](https://musicmayhemmagazine.com/raelynn-files-for-divorce-from-husband-joshua-davis-after-10-years-of-marriage-issues-statement/) _2026-07-14 · Andrew Wendowski · Music Mayhem_ Raelynn filed for divorce from husband Joshua Davis on June 8, 2026 at the Davidson County Circuit Court in Nashville, Tennessee. The post RaeLynn Files For Divorce From Husband Joshua Davis After 10 Years Of Marriage, Issues Statement appeared first on Music Mayhem . ## [BananaBall Manchester – Coconuts vs Firefighters](https://blog.concertkatie.com/bananaball-manchester-coconuts-vs-firefighters/) _2026-06-27 · Katie · Concert Katie_ Last weekend I made my way to Manchester NH for my 5th consecutive weekend with the Loco Beach Coconuts, this time they were headlining against the Firefighters at Delta Dental Stadium, aka The Tooth . We arrived at... ## [BananaBall – Party Animals vs Coconuts Lakewood NJ](https://blog.concertkatie.com/bananaball-party-animals-vs-coconuts-lakewood-nj/) _2026-06-17 · Katie · Concert Katie_ This weekend it was time for Weekend #4 with the Coconuts and #3 with the Party Animals this time at the Jersey Shore in Lakewood, NJ. Thursday I got to the game in time for the... ## [Home Internet From Space (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/GfVGklHbYi9F) _2026-06-17 · **Sponsored**_ Residential satellite internet that brings connectivity to homes beyond conventional networks ## [BananaBall – Coconuts vs Party Animals Milwaukee](https://blog.concertkatie.com/bananaball-coconuts-vs-party-animals-milwaukee/) _2026-06-10 · Katie · Concert Katie_ Travel After staying at the hotel at the airport, I made my way down the elevator and popped out right at TSA Pre-Check. I quickly made my way through and then had to walk all the way... ## [driving miss daisy](https://blog.concertkatie.com/driving-miss-daisy/) _2026-06-05 · Katie · Concert Katie_ Thursday night I headed to the Berkshires in MA to see Debra Jo Rupp in Driving Miss Daisy. I actually didn t realize it was a play and only knew of the movie with Jessica Tandy as I...