Thanks so much to Sherry from Hearts and Hands for emailing us with this lovely idea!

I know that many many of you fans are planning on gifting family and friends “Christmas from the Heart” this holiday season. Why not give it as a “hostess” gift at your Thanksgiving celebrations? After the lovely dinner, maybe the hostess would play it for all to hear!!! It would be a great way to usher in the spirit of the holiday. It may encourage others to put “Christmas from the Heart” on their lists.

One of our members came up with this great poem to add to your gifted CD as a Pay it Forward campaign.
If just half of the people you gave CD’s to turned around and bought one for someone else…. we could spread the true spirit of Christmas to so many more people. It is so surprising to find others who have never heard David sing.

David has really captured the true meaning of Christmas so beautifully and powerfully in his CD.
He sings these classic songs like we have not ever heard them before. The title “Christmas from the Heart” is perfect. You can feel David pouring out the love in his heart through this masterful musical production.

PAY IT FORWARD

The season is here filled with giving and caring,
It’s all about love. It’s all about sharing.

David’s beautiful voice, David’s loving spirit,
Will fill you with joy, the moment you hear it.

If your heart has been touched, please don’t delay.
Please pass on the love David is sending your way!

Buy this and share this with family and friends,
“Pay It Forward ” to others, so his spirit never ends.

Copy this message…for the ones that you buy,
Share this with others…gifting “Heart” is my cry!

May you and your loved ones share this beautiful season.
“Christmas from the Heart” helps us remember the reason!

Blessings to you and your families….”Hearts and Hands”

David will be appearing on “Kaleidoscope”, a new Thanksgiving Day program that celebrates cancer survivors.  The show will air at 4 PM on FOX.  From the website:

Kaleidoscope is a new Thanksgiving tradition on FOX that combines the beauty of Skating, the excitement of Song, and the brave message of Survivorship to raise awareness of the key issues surrounding women and cancer.

Kaleidoscope is reaching women to inform, inspire, and influence them to take action for their health.

Don’t miss Superstar Cancer Survivors: Olivia Newton-John, Dorothy Hamill & Scott Hamilton (both making a historic return to the ice) in the most touching and entertaining holiday special ever.

Here’s David’s part under the cast section:

PCA Awards update: November 10th is the LAST day to nominate David! Nominate him in these 3 categories:

Breakout Artist
Male Artist
Pop Artist

When you finish nominating him, you MUST vote for your favorite rock band in order for your nomination to count.  (Thank you, Hunnzy!)

Jim Cantiello really loves David!  He wrote another article.

Landing in the “American Idol” finale gets you a lot of things: a new car, instant name recognition, the opportunity to work with the industry’s top producers and songwriters on your debut album. (If you’re Kris Allen, you also score a hideous, pointless trophy.)

What you don’t get, however, is time. Somehow in the midst of doing press for the show and going on a massive tour, you’re expected to put out a high-profile album in just a few exhausting months.
Season-seven runner-up David Archuleta survived the first year of post-”Idol” craziness, and while he’s pleased with how his debut self-titled 2008 album turned out, he’s making sure the music on his next pop album reflects more of who he is.

“I’m hoping that at least some of the songs I’ve written this time around will be able to make it on to the record,” Archuleta recently told MTV News. “I don’t think songs have to be like these super-#1-smash-hit-sounding songs, because I think it’s more important that it’s like, ‘Hey! This is coming out of me. This is something I connect with. This is something that I like to sing.’ ”

In addition to pushing himself as a songwriter, Archuleta hints that he might cover more genres on the next album. “Even if it’s, like, different styles of music … when you write, it’s like, ‘Yeah, even though these songs are different, they’re David songs.’ And you can’t say anything different. You can’t say, ‘Oh, that’s not a David song.’ It’s like, ‘Well, yeah it is because it’s my story and I wrote about it and it’s coming out of me!’ ”

Fans worried the 19 year-old cherubic singer might pull a Kelly Clarkson and release a dark, moody collection of tunes à la My December needn’t fret. “[I'll] still look for the radio-friendly music and stuff. I want the stories to be more relatable to what I wanna talk about,” Archuleta said, adding, “It’s, like, fun music! But you can tell that it’s my story. And I like that.”

David spent a fruitful week in Nashville working with Joy Williams, Matt Wertz and Mat Kearney producer Robert Marvin (who recently spilled/tweeted the beans on two song titles, “Falling Awake” and “Sooner or Later”) and from what Archuleta told us, it was a liberating experience. “In other songwriting sessions I might have had, I was feeling so much pressure. ‘Oh, we have to get something done, this isn’t good as it should be.’ But I wasn’t worried about any of that while I’ve been writing so far.”

After Nashville, Archuleta spent some time in New York City with songwriter/producer Jeymes Samuel, who has worked with KT Tunstall, Mr Hudson and, oddly enough, Gorillaz. When asked if he would ever want to collaborate with Damon Albarn’s supergroup, Archie laughed, “I don’t think they’d want me.”

So when will fans get the chance to hear Archuleta’s new, more personal material (provided it makes the cut)? “I guess it just kind of depends when stuff is finished,” Archuleta shrugged, before beaming, “Which is exciting, because last year it was like, ‘Everything has to be done by this time!’ And [now] it’s like, ‘Wow! I don’t know when it’ll be coming out.’ And that’s kinda nice!”

Thank you, YouTubers! :)

DoSomething.org is running a poll.  They want to know who inspired you to do something good!  Go here to vote for David!

In 2009, we’ve seen so many celebs taking action. Not just giving money. Not just showing up at red carpets. But really getting out in the world and doing good stuff.

We’ve got the list down to the top 100 celebs, but want you to help us determine The Top 20 Celebs Gone Good! Find out what some of these great celebs do.

The top 20 will appear in the first ever nationally televised Celebs Gone Good show, premiering Thursday, November 19th at 8pm on VH1!
Your vote

So help us determine 2009’s Top 20 Celebs Gone Good that have actually done something this year to make the world a better place. Choose from this list of 100, and then make sure to tune in and see if your celebs made the cut!

12278 votes have already been cast — let us know who YOU support!

Ah, I’m loving their review. :)

Happy Halloween … or, Merry Christmas! I’m a bit confused on which to say. Either way, I’m not big on Halloween, so I thought I’d take the opportunity to embrace the forthcoming holiday season by writing my review for David Archuleta’s marvelous Christmas album Christmas From The Heart. I thought now would be a good time anyway because the only thing between us & December 25th is a big meal–& while I wouldn’t wanna discount the meaning of that meal, I’m that guy with the figurative ‘Christmas is #1′ giant finger who counts down the days every year, so why put off the celebration, especially when David Archuleta is kicking the festivities off this year?

David begins Christmas From The Heart with several familiar tunes, but have no fear! I promise you he sings them not only in such a way that you’ll forget you were ever tired of them, but with such (how do you put his voice into words again?) next-to-Godliness that I simply cannot deny the fact that it is the best I’ve ever heard the songs sung. First up is “Joy To The World,” which has an ‘oo’ intro to die for & sets the mood exquisitely well. “Angels We Have Heard On High” is sung with surprising maturity (yes, even for David!) & “O Come All Ye Faithful” features that clear, beautiful tone we all know & love. Mr. Archuleta enters epic territory on “Silent Night” with those strings! You feel like you’re along for David’s journey on “The First Noel,” which with, among everything else, that “hallelujah” a little past the halfway mark makes for a personal highlight. Then comes the heartbreakingly gorgeous “O Holy Night.” Goodness, this is too much.

Despite having already reached what should be a lifetime limit of singing THAT beautifully for THAT long, David continues on with “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas” with guest Charice. They sound good together–even if she makes you realize just how great he is (if I’m being honest!). Alone again, Archie keeps his cool vibe going with the extra-smooth “I’ll Be Home For Christmas,” but throws ya for a loop with “Pat-A-Pan.” As I’ve seen a number of you say… oh, to hear him do this live! He sings some incredible harmonies here, though they can be found throughout the album & are no small part in the reason I find this album so special.

I can’t help but feel that David must be tired from taking so many epic journeys as I listen to “What Child Is This,” another gorgeous track. Boy wonder continues to put those amazing pipes to work by singing the foreign language songs “Riu Riu Chiu” & “Ave Maria,” the latter of which is just incredible & holds a particularly special place in my heart. David wraps things up with the album’s sole newly-written track “Melodies Of Christmas.” Though an unmistakable pop Christmas song, Archie does a heck of a job keeping the focus on his wonderful voice.

Christmas From The Heart is easily one of the best Christmas albums out there. There aren’t even that many–even of the ones I have–that I love, as I’m not the biggest fan of Christmas music, but you wouldn’t be able to tell that if you saw me listening to this one because it’s just so darn lovable (just, of course, like David himself)! So, if you don’t think Christmas music could possibly be as blissful as I’ve described above, think again.

Some lovely soundcheck videos!

Click “Read more” for more soundcheck and performance videos.

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Hey everyone!

I apologize for the long wait on new info about the Crushiversary Water Bottles. We didn’t get 100 pre-orders, unfortunately, which means refunds! Yayy.

You have two options:

1. Request a Refund.
If you ordered a bottle (or bottle pack), you can request a refund by emailing your confirmation number, which came via PayPal email with the subject “Payment to chris@listen2thelyrix.com” to service@thecrosspointstore.com.

Once your address and confirmation number have been verified, I’ll have your refund delivered via USPS mail or equivalent. Your refund should be received within 2 weeks (depending on the speed of the mail system).

If you don’t receive a refund in the mail within said time period, please forward your original email to service@thecrosspointstore.com. Important: You have until January 1st 2010 to request a refund, any refunds requested after this date will not be accepted.

2. Donate.
You have the option to not get a refund, but to donate it to FanBlast and DavidIsOurHero as a general donation.

If you choose this option, your donation will go into hosting and development of new content and features for the two sites. A large portion will also go to the Angels for a Cause promotion, the Lisa Lopes Foundation.

More info about donations can be found at http://twturl.us/DAdonate.

If you have questions, need help or have any questions feel free to email service@thecrosspointstore.com

Thanks everyone!

-Chris

Thanks to jschiano for uploading these clips!

Last night was the first of 3 makeup concerts for the David/Demi summer tour this year.  Thanks to all the YouTubers for these videos!

But first, David surprised Demi during her soundcheck in Manchester! Thanks to JMBfan83 for the clip! :)

Ohhh, this would be amazing!  Check out this entry on Amazon!

NEW TOUR DATE!

December 5th at 6:30 PM
Grand Junction, CO
Avalon Theatre

It’s not yet up on the theatre’s website, but keep checking back for ticket prices and info!

Here’s the beginning of a really nice article by the Salt Lake Tribune. :)

Neatly dressed in a black slim-fitted suit and a pair of black-and-white sneakers, David Archuelta nervously stepped onto the podium to welcome the crowd Monday morning as the keynote speaker at Sen. Orrin Hatch’s 25th Annual Utah Conference for Women.

“When at first I was asked to speak at this, I thought it was kind of funny,” Archuleta said, flashing his signature boyish smile. “A David Archuleta speech for me is like an oxymoron. I’ve never been good at speaking.”

Hatch met Archuleta in 2002 when the young singer sang the national anthem at a similar conference at Abravanel Hall. “I remember telling the audience after his performance that I firmly expected to hear his voice on stage someday,” Hatch said.

Hatch called himself one of Archuleta’s biggest supporters, saying he and his wife placed voting calls when the singer was competing on the seventh season of Fox’s “American Idol” competition.

In the singer’s speech, which clocked in at just over 50 minutes, the 18-year-old used self-deprecating humor and a stream-of-consciousness speaking style. “If you want to get better at something, you need to start in the first place,” Archuleta said. “Like speaking for me, but I didn’t avoid it today. I think that’s a good thing.”

Thanks for sending this in, Janel! :)

From Jim Cantiello’s blog on MTV:

The David Archuleta outtake chronicles continue!

One of the fun things I learned about the “American Idol” star during our Christmas carol extravaganza is that he is ceaselessly curious. When he wasn’t stopping to look at every single bulletin board or framed poster hanging on MTV’s walls, he would turn the tables and casually interview me. “Know any good New York City restaurants? What music are you listening to these days? What kind of bird do you have?” (Long story.)

But this line of questioning was my favorite from the day, if only because it sparked us having a brief chat about recent “Idol” rocker, Allison Iraheta.

MTV Shows

If you remember, Simon Cowell went out of his way to knock Allison’s personality during her “Idol” journey. Despite the fiery-haired rocker delivering some of the best vocals of the season — and displaying more authenticity than any other teenage “Idol” contestant — the cranky Brit would go on and on about how he didn’t think she was appearing particularly likable. This insane, illogical and frustratingly recurring talking point led to several angry fist pumps from my living room couch.

Clearly, David Archuleta is on Team Allison with me. His face lit up when he talked about how much “personality and spunk” she has. And when I brought up how adorable it was when she jumped out of her “bottom three” chair to give him a hug when he showed up during an episode, Archuleta smiled and — dare I say it? — blushed.

Cue the “Awwwwwws!”

Thanks so much to pattycake04 for the videos! The very last one is of David singing “O Holy Night”!

Ahh…I’m finally back after being gone for 5 days.  Gotta love moving and losing internet service for 5 long days… hehe.  I appreciate my ISP a whole lot more now. :D

Pictures are up from the Women’s Conference in Utah!  Thanks to Pizac Photography, LLC for these beauties.

Want to save a few dollars to see David?  Adam V., the marketing director at Pennsylvania’s Sherman Theatre emailed us to say that they’ll be discounting tickets $5-$20 off if you order through their box office!

Here’s a great review of David’s speech at the Utah Women’s Conference by the Deseret News!

David Archuleta had the jitters Monday as he took the microphone at the 25th annual Utah Women’s Conference — podium-clutching, leg-shaking, nervous-laugh-inducing jitters.

He would, he admitted several words into his first-ever keynote address, rather be singing.

“A David Archuleta speech for me is like an oxymoron,” said the Murray High School graduate, who got his start as a finalist on Fox’s “American Idol.” “I’ve never been good at speaking.”

Nonetheless, the 18-year-old pop star managed to enchant — however clumsily — the several hundred mostly middle-aged but still giddy-to-see-David-Archuleta-in-real-life conferencegoers.

A beautiful blog was written by John Chang of Archuleta Avenue Malaysia!  Head over there and leave a comment. :)

Dear David

You astound, confound, bewilder and delight. Three parts man, two parts boy you’re like a riddle, a puzzle and an enigma all wrapped up in one glorious parcel with a bit of Rubik’s cube thrown in for good measure. You tweet about mountains, cats, neti pots and gold fish brains – what’s that about? You v-log from bathrooms and have helped us solve a universal mystery – brocolli or cauliflower. But the most wonderful truth about you is that even the sweetest sounding nightingale has nothing on you. You move us and touch that special place in our hearts with a beautiful, soulful sound that makes grown men and women weep tears of joy. Added to that is the wisdom, self-awareness and common sense that belie your tender age.

People may have sneered at your “Orchid” demeanour but in fact you’re the real radical and original as you steadfastly refuse to fall in among the troops. You march to your own tune no matter that it’s often dismissed as old fashioned and out of step with the times. Like water which always finds its own level you’ve found your base from which you’ll still evolve and change but the foundation from which all your future maturation and growth springs will remain unmistakably David Archuleta – unassuming, unpretentious and charismatic. The force of your personality is like a slow, rising tsunami. It may not have the aggressive impact nor the flashy spectacle of a wave crashing upon the rocks but the inexorable power to move and inspire is more cogent and in fact achieves a far more profound effect than any ordinary wave.

For one who’s never been a father, it sure feels like I’m writing this to a son and like the song says I wish that this life gives you all that you seek. When the world outside is cold and cynical show them the warmth of your smile and when you find that doors are being closed upon you, I hope you’ll always find an open window. Know that just as you have tried to take all of us into your heart we have definitely found a place in our hearts for you.

- John

Hola! I am in New Hampshire right now for the last 3 shows with Demi Lovato this week. We had rehearsals today, and they went pretty well. I haven’t sung these songs for a while haha, but it’ll be fun to do them for the shows. It’s fun seeing all the crew people again! It’ll be fun to perform for all you guys again! So let me know if you’re coming to any of the shows that are coming up! I know the weather has been pretty gloomy, but apparently I left Utah right as we were getting some major snow in that area. I prefer the rain here in the east over the freezing snowstorms in the Rocky Mountains. I hope everyone back over there is safe though.

So last Monday I spoke at the morning session for the Utah Women’s Conference. I was the speaker for the morning session, and Laura Bush was the speaker for the afternoon session. I was a little nervous to speak when I was trying to figure out what I should say, but the more I thought about it the more I surprisingly got excited to speak. I really had a great time getting to talk about what was on my mind and share it with all the ladies who came haha. I’m glad that Senator Orrin Hatch invited me to come, so thank you very much Senator! How many of you were able to make it to that conference, anyway? If any of you took notes I’d be really curious as to what was note-worthy I guess haha. My sister Claudia came and brought my friend Ashlee with her, and they took notes. It was really odd to think that my sister and friend were taking notes on what I was saying, but I thought that was really neat at the same time. So if there was anything you were able to learn from what I shared I’d love to hear what stood out to you!

Today I got a great workout in! But the bad thing is while I was running on the treadmill I did something to my back. It still doesn’t feel very good lol. During the rehearsals I just sat on the stool, which was really weird during Zero Gravity! I’m hoping that I can move around better tomorrow haha. Imagine me singing “Nothing brings me dooown, when you’re aroound” and I’m stuck on a stool. hahaha… It’s funny as long as it doesn’t actually happen lol. Well… it probably would be funny even if it did happen. But oh well. Anyway, I’m probably finished talking. Oh wait! Halloween is this weekend! If you guys have any cool costumes you should share! bwahahaha. I really don’t have anything in mind for myself costume-wise, but I guess we’ll see if I’m in the mood when the day comes closer. But all right, I’ll stop talking now and talk to you guys next week! Ciao.

Song for the day: Live Like We’re Dying – Kris Allen

Gotta love his blogs. :)

Here at FanBlast we love charity and Angels for a Cause so we believe this is great news! The Lisa Lopes Foundation isn’t very known and it would be great if everyone could spread the word!

Here’s a press release from the Hip Hop Press site:

DAVID ARCHULETA AND ANGELS FOR A CAUSE PARTNER WITH THE LISA LOPES FOUNDATION TO RAISE FUNDS FOR MEDICAL CENTER IN HONDURAS

-Over a million families are in desperate need of health care in Honduras-

Atlanta, GA ? (October 27, 2009) David Archuleta and Angels For A Cause (AFAC) partner with the Lisa Lopes Foundation (LLF) to help raise $10,000 to launch the new medical center in Honduras.

The Lisa Lopes Foundation medical center will serve thousands of families and children living in impoverished areas of Honduras , with health conditions among the worst in the Western Hemisphere . Honduras is the second poorest country in Central America .

An estimated 1.5 million Hondurans were without access to health care in 2008.