‘American Idol” Michael Johns, Carly Smithson to duet on Wednesday night

Date February 17, 2009

‘American Idol’ Michael Johns, Carly Smithson to duet on Wednesday night!
Set your DVR’s!! Thanks to Rosheen/KBR for bringing this to MJO.
by Michael Slezak, EW.com

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Michael Johns and Carly Smithson will perform a duet tomorrow night during the first results-show telecast of American Idol’s season 8 semifinals, Johns confirmed exclusively to EW.com. The pair, who only got the invitation to sing on Sunday, are still in talks with executive producer Ken Warwick about which number they’ll perform.

Johns and Smithson, who finished eighth and sixth, respectively, on season 7 of Idol, had expected to appear this year during the “Hollywood Week” episodes, where they had served as ”Idol boot-camp” mentors for the current crop of hopefuls; that footage, however, wound up on the editing-room floor. “Ken [Warwick] felt bad about it,” explained Johns, and thus, the duet plans were hatched.

Johns said laughingly that he’s “just a little” nervous to be taking to the Idol stage and appearing in front of the judges, but is excited by the fact that he’ll be able to plug his upcoming debut album, which is slated for an April release, in front of 25 million viewers.

“The thing about Idol is, if you’re respectful of it, and you enjoy it, and you’re a good ambassador for the show, you’re in it for life,” says Johns, who made an appearance last Thursday along with Smithson and dozens of other former contestants at the launch of the “American Idol Experience” at Walt Disney World in Orlando, FL.

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33 Responses to “‘American Idol” Michael Johns, Carly Smithson to duet on Wednesday night”

  1. MorganLovesMJ said at February 17th, 2009, 1:40 pm: ()

    I can’t wait for this!! :) It’s gonna be great to see both Michael and Carly singing on Idol again!

  2. Tara said at February 17th, 2009, 1:41 pm: ()

    I can’t wait for this, Yahhoooooo MJ!!!! This is so big for you, to be able to plug your single and album, I’m so proud to be your fan, as usual!!!!!!!!!!!! Can’t wait to see it!

  3. Jane/Cakelulu said at February 17th, 2009, 2:02 pm: ()

    I can’t wait for this at all!!!! This is going to be so great because so many people watch idol and if MJ can talk about his upcoming single/album that will be just epic!!
    Like Tara said…we are so proud to be a fan!!!
    Actually, this is even better than what was originally going to happen…singing live..I can’t wait!!! :-)

  4. Janine said at February 17th, 2009, 2:13 pm: ()

    I’m so excited!!!! I was so bummed that they didn’t show them during Hollywood week. I was so pissed at AI and for sitting through 2 weeks with all that drama to get a glimpse of mj but good things come to those who wait yayyyyyyy I really wanna hear life is okay with Brooke live but I love me some marly !!! Ahhhhh this is such good exposure for his single and his album:)

  5. heart2 said at February 17th, 2009, 2:26 pm: ()

    Oh Yummy..Michael and Carly..I wonder what they will sing? OMG I can’t wait. Wow, MICHAEL….MICHAEL…MICHAEL!!

  6. Vernae said at February 17th, 2009, 2:33 pm: ()

    Woooohoooo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  7. sdpgrl said at February 17th, 2009, 2:43 pm: ()

    “The thing about Idol is, if you’re respectful of it, and you enjoy it, and you’re a good ambassador for the show, you’re in it for life,” says Johns

    You’re a smart one, Michael Johns! heh
    Can’t wait to see you perform on Wednesday night!

  8. mikesbiggestfan said at February 17th, 2009, 2:50 pm: ()

    Sweet.

  9. Dawn said at February 17th, 2009, 2:51 pm: ()

    I’ve been watching for MJ on Idol for a few weeks. Thank goodness they are finally going to show him!!! Can’t wait!

  10. oh_my_papa said at February 17th, 2009, 2:58 pm: ()

    That’s right baby….25 million…can’t Michael!!

  11. oh_my_papa said at February 17th, 2009, 2:59 pm: ()

    ment to say “Can’t wait Michael”

  12. Nancy said at February 17th, 2009, 3:01 pm: ()

    OMG.. exciting news very exciting news. and Michael now i know or we know that you will be in AI this wednesday so there will be more than 25 million watching because now i will be watching so do others of your fans…

    I cvant wait to see you sing again on TV, just so you know TV or Camera loves you man.. SERIOUSLY…
    Nancy

  13. Carla/Bear said at February 17th, 2009, 3:01 pm: ()

    Oh Michael, I’m so excited!!!! This is fantastic news!!!!! You and Carly singing live is WAY better than a snippet from “boot camp” week!!!! Aren’t we lucky!?!?!?!?

    Knock em’ dead tomorrow MJ and show the world once again how AMAZING you are!!!! I’m so happy you’ll get to promote your single and album on the show!!! Can’t wait for tomorrow!!! I’ll be taping for sure!!!! Yay MJ!!!!

  14. judes said at February 17th, 2009, 3:08 pm: ()

    Marly- how fantastic!!!!! Good things come to those who wait!!!! What a great platform to publicise your upcoming single & album!!

  15. TinaWV said at February 17th, 2009, 3:24 pm: ()

    Michael:
    Great timing!!! I am sure you two will do great! I bet you do have a small case of the butterflies when you think about being on that stage again…I know I would! I can’t wait to see it. I am so excited for you! The single sounds wonderful…plug it, baby, plug it !!!!!!

  16. betty brown said at February 17th, 2009, 3:31 pm: ()

    This is great news. Season 8 is so boring. I watched it to see Michael and I was so mad when he and Carley were cut. I was going to stop watching. Now I have a reason to watch again.

  17. fu-fu said at February 17th, 2009, 4:11 pm: ()

    I agree with Janine! Finally a payoff after sitting thru the drama last week. Can’t wait till Wednesday!

  18. ozgirrl said at February 17th, 2009, 4:43 pm: ()

    What wonderful news to wake up to! My favourite male and female singers from season 7! Go Marly!! Michael, break a leg, and promote, promote, promote!!

    Finally, a reason to watch season 8. I felt so gypped after sitting through last weeks episodes.

  19. Kat said at February 17th, 2009, 6:10 pm: ()

    I cant wait!!
    its going to be so awesome seeing you two sing together again!
    marly!<3

  20. Nicole said at February 17th, 2009, 9:35 pm: ()

    Yay!!! Can’t wait!
    And I never noticed how blue Carly’s eyes were…they’re pretty:)

  21. apple said at February 17th, 2009, 10:40 pm: ()

    ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh the time i’ve been waiting for so long finally MARLY on AI again!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i love it!!!! i can’t wait for tomorrow!

  22. Tessa said at February 17th, 2009, 10:46 pm: ()

    Awesome! Michael deserves this so much! I hope his single comes out already, while this AI appearance is still fresh on people’s minds.

  23. mjbestevertotalpkg said at February 17th, 2009, 10:56 pm: ()

    I can’t wait to see Michael & Carly perform tomorrow night!

  24. megan said at February 18th, 2009, 2:12 am: ()

    Yaayyy!!! I’m so excited, can’t WAIT to see Michael & Carly perform tomorrow!!!
    I agree, it would be incredible exposure for Michael to be able to plug his upcoming CD and single during the show!

  25. scout said at February 18th, 2009, 2:20 am: ()

    Michael, please sing Life is Okay (as a duet with Carly) or Heart on My Sleeve (just have Carly as backup). No more covers, please?!

    Good that AI gave you exposure. You’ re a hard worker–you deserve it for sure.

  26. LeBaggeLady said at February 18th, 2009, 11:09 am: ()

    I still think Michael and David were the two best on AI last year. I love Michael’s voice and I am so glad he is getting his chance at musical success.

  27. Helen/absabella said at February 18th, 2009, 1:06 pm: ()

    I cannot wait for tonight! I’m pacing my floor lol.. C’mon Clock! Michael kick buttock tonight, show em how it’s done! Get your plugs in as much as possible and don’t forget to wave to us..lol XO

  28. Marie said at February 18th, 2009, 7:46 pm: ()

    WOW! They were AWESOME! Love that guy … he looked absolutely adorable. Can’t say enough about our beloved Michael!!!

  29. Kayy said at February 18th, 2009, 7:49 pm: ()

    wow i loved the performance

    OMG, so when they asked the next 2 contestants to come up, and michael and carly walked out. i was like “wow that guy looks oddly familiar!” i didnt realise it was him!!!
    i def. think he got a haircut cuz it was really short!

  30. jan said at February 18th, 2009, 8:04 pm: ()

    Just watched it FANTASTIC . It was such a Joy to see both of them . Michael is as Handsome as ever and Carly Gorgeous as ever .

  31. Carol said at February 19th, 2009, 6:15 am: ()

    I wish they would have Brooke and Michael sing Life is Okay. That song is a hit and it would not be the same with Carly.

  32. CarolC said at February 23rd, 2009, 7:31 am: ()

    I didn’t get to see them. The Fox Channel in our area was having difficulties. Anyone know where I can view this show again.

  33. jp said at March 5th, 2009, 12:41 am: ()

    UGG Classic Cardy

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