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Pop Idol,
like the show it inspired, American Idol, is a cultural
phenomenon in the United Kingdom that has launched the careers
of a new generation of singing  sensations.
The show's concept mirrors that of its American equivalent,
and from a field of over 10,000 hopefuls competitors battled
to become the ultimate pop idol. After enduring weekly eliminations
and the barbs from a panel of judges (which included acid-tongued
Simon Cowell), Will Young emerged as the victor.
His first single,
"Evergreen", is the fastest-selling record in
UK history, and his second release, a remake of The Doors'
"Light My Fire", also raced to number one. Will
Young's popularity among the British people even caught
the attention of royalty, and at the suggestion of Prince
William the fledgling entertainer was added to the lineup
of legendary acts that performed at Buckingham Palace for
the Queen's Golden Jubilee.
The success
of first runner-up Gareth Gates parallels that of his singing
opponent. His first two singles also went straight to the
top of the charts, and he had the honor of singing Elvis
Presley's classic, "Suspicious Minds", in the
European release of Disney's "Lilo and Stitch".
These two former rivals have recently recorded a duet of
The Beatles' "The Long and Winding Road", and
their albums, along with the other contestants of Pop Idol,
are anxiously awaited by their legions of fans.
POP IDOL-
BIG
BAND ALBUM
Indulge your fantasy of gliding across the dance floor like
Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers as the Pop Idol finalists
croon romantic classics from the swing era. The voices that
captivated Britain are showcased in thirteen nostalgic favorites,
such as "Cheek To Cheek", "They Can't Take
That Away From Me", and "Night and Day".
DISCOGRAPHY
Pop Idol- Big Band Album- 2002
Singles--Will
Young
Evergreen/ Anything
Is Possible- 2002
Light My Fire/ Ain't No Sunshine/ Beyond The Sea- 2002
Gareth Gates
Long and Winding Road (duet with Will Young)/ Suspicious
Minds- 2002 Anyone of Us (Stupid Mistake)- 2002
Unchained Melody- 2002
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