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LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Former "American Idol" finalist Adam Lambert brushed off his arrest in Finland on Thursday, blaming his bad behavior on travel, booze and "irrational confusion" and adding "lesson learned" on Twitter.

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Former "American Idol" finalist Adam Lambert brushed off his arrest in Finland on Thursday, blaming his bad behavior on travel, booze and "irrational confusion" and adding "lesson learned" on Twitter.

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - "American Idol" champion Scotty McCreery became the most successful winner in eight years on Wednesday when his debut country album went straight to the top of the Billboard charts.

Adam Lambert's coming out gay is explored in a new VH1 'Behind the Music' special airing on Sunday. Adam Lambert's coming out gay is explored in a new VH1 'Behind the Music' special airing on Sunday. In the hour-long show, Lambert talks about the media speculation concerning his sexuality that appeared to engulf the Fox reality season American Idol during its eighth season. ?The article was speculating whether or not I was gay or not, and whether or not America would vote for a gay idol,? Lambert says, referring to an Entertainment Weekly cover story published as the contest between himself and Kris Allen was coming to a close. ?I remember reading it going, 'Why does it matter? But I guess it does.'? ?It was pretty crazy,? Lambert says. Lambert adds that he has nothing to hide. ?I wouldn't want to go through my career hiding anything or trying to cover something up. It's just not my style. Sexuality is so sensationalized. Like everybody feels they have to label it and call it out. And

Singer Adam Lambert says he questioned whether he had made a mistake by being too openly gay. Singer Adam Lambert says he questioned whether he had made a mistake by being too openly gay. Speculation over Lambert's sexuality reached a fever pitch as he competed to win season 8 of Fox's American Idol. In a upcoming VH1 Behind the Music special to be broadcast on Sunday, Lambert discusses the hype. ?The article was speculating whether or not I was gay or not, and whether or not America would vote for a gay idol,? Lambert said, referring to an Entertainment Weekly cover story published as the contest between himself and Kris Allen was coming to a close. ?I remember reading it going, 'Why does it matter? But I guess it does.'? The hour-long VH1 special goes on to cover Lambert's coming out gay on the cover of Rolling Stone. In remarks to Us Magazine, the 29-year-old Lambert talks about the trepidation he felt after coming out. ?It has caused controversy and at first I got nervous,? he said

Adam Lambert's rumored sexuality and his eventual coming out gay included in cabler VH1's 'Behind the Music' special. Adam Lambert's rumored sexuality during American Idol and his eventual coming out gay included in cabler VH1's Behind the Music special. Lambert, who recently tied with Chris Daughtry for a second place finish on Forbes' list of top-earning American Idols, is featured in the Sunday, August 7 episode of Behind the Music. And in a clip released on Tuesday, Lambert talks about the media hype concerning his sexuality that appeared to engulf the reality show's eighth season. ?The article was speculating whether or not I was gay or not, and whether or not America would vote for a gay idol,? Lambert says, referring to an Entertainment Weekly cover story published as the contest between himself and Kris Allen was coming to a close. ?I remember reading it going, 'Why does it matter? But I guess it does.'? ?It was pretty crazy,? Lambert adds. Later in the clip, Lambert says he ha

Singers Adam Lambert and Ricky Martin will get their own VH1 'Behind The Music' specials when the series returns in June. Singers Adam Lambert and Ricky Martin will get their own VH1 Behind The Music specials when the music documentary series returns in June. Martin's episode is set to premiere on August 17. ?In this Behind the Music, Ricky Martin recounts his career from his early days with the Latin pop group Menudo through his days as a soap opera star and finally to his career as a music phenomenon,? producers said in a statement announcing the new season. Martin is also expected to talk about his decision to come out gay in his 2010 memoir Me and reflect on how he balances his life as a father of twin boys while performing in an international tour. The August 10 premiere of Lambert's episode promises never-before-seen footage of the talented musician. ?Viewers of this episode of Behind the Music will see never-before-seen home video footage, interviews with family, friends, indust

The upcoming 'American Idol' album to include Kelly Clarkson, Adam Lambert and many more alums of the Fox reality show. The upcoming American Idol greatest hits album is set to include Kelly Clarkson, Adam Lambert and many more alums of the Fox reality show. American Idol 10th Anniversary ? The Hits Volume 1 will hit record stores ? digital and otherwise ? on March 15, according to Entertainment Weekly. The CD's playlist includes the following hits: Since U Been Gone by Kelly Clarkson, Superstar by Ruben Studdard, Invisible by Clay Aiken, When I See You by Fantasia, Before He Cheats by Carrie Underwood, Takin' It To The Streets by Taylor Hicks, Home by Daughtry, No Air by Jordin Sparks (with Chris Brown), Light On by David Cook, Live Like We're Dying by Kris Allen, Whataya Want From Me by Adam Lambert and Sweet Serendipity by Lee DeWyze. Whataya Want From Me is from Lambert's debut album For Your Entertainment, while Aiken included Invisible in his 2003 studio album Measure Of A Man. T

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - "American Idol" returns to television next week not only with two new celebrity judges, but a whole new attitude -- less of the cutting put-downs and more support and coaching for aspiring new pop stars, producers said on Tuesday.

The weeks leading up to major holidays such as Thanksgiving and Christmas are traditionally quiet in Las Vegas, but there is always something fun to do in town. Lifehouse and Kris Allen hit the stage at The Joint at the Hard Rock Hotel on Friday, while A Perfect Circle performed at The Pearl at the Palms on Saturday and Sunday. Artist James Rosenquist's "Cervello Spazio Cosmico (Brain Space)," commissioned by Steve Wynn, was unveiled at the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health on Saturday, and Wayne Newton and Chris Phillips of Zowie Bowie helped usher in the holiday season at Opportunity Village's Magical Forest on Saturday. ? don.chareunsyendattr val="talign"/>

One thing about Las Vegas: There is never a shortage of entertainment offerings. Dave Navarro and DJ Skribble perform a mashup today at Haze in City-Center's Aria. On Friday: Lifehouse and "American Idol" winner Kris Allen rock The Joint at the Hard Rock Hotel. "Jersey Shore" star Vinny Guadagnino is at Jet in the Mirage. Which "Jersey Shore" star hasn't hosted in Las Vegas yet?

Fox crowns Jennifer Lopez, Steven Tyler new `American Idol' judges; Jackson to return. Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler will join Randy Jackson as "American Idol" judges next season, after months of turnover and speculation about the future of TV's top-rated show.

Fox crowns Jennifer Lopez, Steven Tyler new `American Idol' judges; Jackson to return. Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler will join Randy Jackson as "American Idol" judges next season, after months of turnover and speculation about the future of TV's top-rated show.

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Adam Lambert lost his temper with a photographer on a Miami beach, but on Friday denied wrestling him to the ground.

Fox: Songwriter Kara DioGuardi departs 'American Idol' as judge, adding another vacancy. Kara DioGuardi is following Ellen DeGeneres and Simon Cowell out the door at "American Idol."

Justin Bieber gives portion of ticket sales from Nashville concert to area flood relief. Teen pop star Justin Bieber is proving he's not the only one in his world.

Source: Jennifer Lopez close to deal for `American Idol' seat vacated by Ellen DeGeneres. Former "Fly Girl" Jennifer Lopez is poised to return to television ? this time as a judge on "American Idol."

'American Idol' staging early end to summer tour by canceling 7 shows, moving up others. "American Idol" is voting off several stops on its summer tour.

NEW YORK (Billboard) - Usher maintained his perch atop the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for a fourth non-consecutive week on Thursday with "OMG," featuring will.i.am.

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - "American Idol" winner Lee DeWyze failed to crack Billboard's Top 10 singles and digital charts in one of the most tepid debuts yet from a champion of the top-rated reality TV show.