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Jennifer Nettles' Protege J Rome Wins Season One of 'Duets'

Cory Stromblad — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 02:08:10 +0000

Jennifer Nettles’ and Kelly Clarkson‘s opening performance of the Eurythmic’s classic ‘Would I Lie to You’ during tonight’s episode of ‘Duets’ was a rather fitting pairing — considering the season finale was a battle of the blonds, with the two leading ladies’ teams accounting for the final three contestants. Despite Clarkson’s impressive showing with Jason Farol and Team Jennifer’s consistency with John Glosson through the entire season, clear frontrunner J Rome was named the best amateur in all of America, taking home a coveted recording contract with Hollywood Records.

Jennifer Nettles Reveals Savory and Spicy Pregnancy Cravings

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 19 Jul 2012 20:30:37 +0000

Sugarland singer Jennifer Nettles is expecting her first child. Despite having a bun in the oven, the singer is still pulling double duty by playing shows and serving as a superstar mentor on the reality singing show ‘Duets.’ Nettles has had to perform twice every week, since she has always had two horses in the race in the form of J Rome and John Glosson, effectively d

Jennifer Nettles Lands Two Contestants in 'Duets' Top 3

Cory Stromblad — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 01:36:09 +0000

“I felt like a stage mom all night,” gushed Jennifer Nettles following the final solo performances during tonight’s ‘Duets’ episode. The Sugarland lead singer’s elation is well-deserved, considering her two proteges managed to land in the Top 3 after Bridget Carrington got the boot early in the episode.

Jennifer Nettles and John Glosson Sing a 'Prayer' on 'Duets'

Cory Stromblad — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 01:05:56 +0000

“It is all on the line this week, so we have to bring it,” John Glosson said of his ‘Duets‘ performances this evening. With the pressure of next week’s finale looming over his head, the young singer decided to stay within his comfort zone this week with his duet with Sugarland‘s Jennifer Nettles, performing the gorgeous Andrea Bocelli and Celine Dion classic ‘The Prayer.’

Jennifer Nettles and J Rome 'Breakeven' on 'Duets'

Cory Stromblad — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 00:47:20 +0000

“I don’t want America to think I wasn’t ready,” said ‘Duets‘ contestant J Rome just before taking the stage with Jennifer Nettles for the first perform of tonight’s live episode of the popular reality competition show. “I don’t want them to say the pressure was on and he didn’t deliver.”

Jennifer Nettles' Two Hopefuls Remain in 'Duets' Competition Following First Public Voting

Cory Stromblad — Fri, 06 Jul 2012 01:59:00 +0000

Country music’s resident mentor Jennifer Nettles and soul singer Robin Thicke kicked off week 7 of ‘Duets’ competition with their jazzy rendition of the 1980 Queen rock classic ‘Crazy Little Thing About Love,’ setting the bar high for a night of live Standards performances from the remaining four hopefuls. Before the competition even began, one [...]

Soul Singer Robin Thicke and Olivia Chisholm Tackle Lady Antebellum's 'Need You Now' on 'Duets'

Cory Stromblad — Fri, 29 Jun 2012 02:01:51 +0000

“It’s one of the best songs written in the millennium,” confessed ‘Duets‘ celebrity mentor Robin Thicke just before taking the stage with hopeful Olivia Chisholm to perform Lady Antebellum‘s monster hit ‘Need You Now.’ With the competition down to only five hopefuls, was the country song the best choice for the two soft-voiced soul singers?

J Rome Serenades Jennifer Nettles With 'Without You' During Week 6 of 'Duets' Competition

Cory Stromblad — Fri, 29 Jun 2012 01:35:33 +0000

After a fifth consecutive week at the top of the scoreboard, expectations certainly ran high for Jennifer Nettles and protege J Rome to deliver another flawless performance during Week 6 of the ‘Duets‘ competition. Did the clear frontrunner of the series step it up during the first live episode of the season with a performance of ‘Without You’ by R&B superstar Usher and famed DJ David Guetta?

Jennifer Nettles Lands Top Two Spots on 'Duets' Again

Billy Dukes — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 03:17:55 +0000

If America loves J Rome and John Glosson as much as the other three judges on ABC’s ‘Duets,’ Jennifer Nettles will be the second country singer in three months to win a major reality television singing competition. Both men made it look easy on Wednesday night, singing songs from the movies.

J Rome Convinces Judges He's in Love With Jennifer Nettles With 'Duets' Performance of 'I Will Always Love You'

Billy Dukes — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 02:49:01 +0000

For J Rome, it was all about hitting one note. One big, incredibly high note that his idol Whitney Houston made look easy when she sang ‘I Will Always Love You.’ Jennifer Nettles’ second partner on ‘Duets’ was nervous before beginning his performance on Wednesday night, but the result was familiar.

Jennifer Nettles and 'Duets' Partner John Glosson Leave Judges Speechless Singing Celine Dion's 'My Heart Will Go On'

Billy Dukes — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 02:06:11 +0000

Contestants on Wednesday night’s episode of ‘Duets’ were tasked with singing songs from the movies. John Glosson and Sugarland‘s Jennifer Nettles kicked off the show with a inspirational performance of Celine Dion‘s ‘My Heart Will Go On’ that left the other three judges speechless.

Jennifer Nettles Snags Top Two Performances of the Night in Week Three of 'Duets' Competition

Cory Stromblad — Fri, 08 Jun 2012 02:39:35 +0000

In a similar fashion to last week’s electrifying Kelly Clarkson & Robin Thicke ‘Duets‘ opening number, Jennifer Nettles and fellow celebrity mentor John Legend kicked off week three of competition with a flashy, choreographed performance of the 1974 Kiki Dee original ‘I’ve Got the Music in Me.’ The solid performance set the stage for a big night for Nettles, who remains the judge to beat after three impressive weeks with hopefuls J Rome and John Glosson.

Sugarland's Jennifer Nettles Remains in High Standing During Week Two of 'Duets' Competition

Cory Stromblad — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 02:09:50 +0000

After a promising start with her two hopefuls, J Rome and John Glosson, expectations were high for Jennifer Nettles going into the second week of competition for ‘Duets.’ Did country music’s sole celebrity mentor tackle some of America’s greatest duets with the same energy and charisma? Considering her tied first place finish with J Rome and a fourth place finish with Glosson, Sugarland‘s leading lady is still the mentor to beat.

2012 ACM Awards Performances to Include Duets From Kenny Chesney and Tim McGraw, Blake Shelton and Lionel Richie

Brittany Joy Cooper — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 12:00:57 +0000

The 2012 ACM Awards are shaping up to be quite an entertaining evening, with new country stars being added to the celebrity lineup of performers each day. That’s in addition to a live onstage wedding, and now, a list of country talents set to bring special duets to the ACM stage. The Academy announced today (March 29) the lineup of special collaborations that are slated to be a part of country music’s “party of the year.”

Sugarland's Jennifer Nettles Seeks Big, Diverse Voice for ABC's 'Duets'

Brittany Joy Cooper — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 13:28:13 +0000

Jennifer Nettles was finally able to let out a little secret on her blog. The female half of the duo Sugarland was relieved to announce to her fans that she’s going to be one of the celebrity judges on the upcoming ABC show ‘Duets.’ Joining fellow judges Kelly Clarkson, Lionel Richie and Robin Thicke for the show, which will debut this summer, Nettles has to scour the country for two duet partners to join her on the show. In her blog, she dished a bit on what she’ll be looking for in a partner.

Blake Shelton Records a Duet With Dia Frampton

Amanda Hensel — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 15:30:30 +0000

The first season of ‘The Voice’ is long behind us, but Blake Shelton‘s work isn’t done. The ‘Honey Bee’ hitmaker has apparently been hard at work in the studio with last season’s runner-up, Dia Frampton, recording a duet that she spilled is called ‘I Will.’

Taylor Swift Sings Duet With T.I. at Her Atlanta Concert [VIDEO]

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 16:29:38 +0000

Taylor Swift thrilled the crowd during her concert at the Atlanta Philips Arena Sunday night when she sang a surprise duet with hometown boy T.I. Swift first signaled the presence of the controversial rapper, who was recently released from a halfway house last month after serving time for prohibition violations, by singing the chorus of his 2008 smash hit [...]

Carrie Underwood, Stevie Wonder and Smokey Robinson Team Up Onstage at Beverly Hills Event [VIDEOS]

Chris M. Junior — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 20:28:57 +0000

Music City merged with Motown on Sept. 19 when country/pop star Carrie Underwood performed alongside R&B’s Stevie Wonder and Smokey Robinson during the Society of Singers‘ annual Ella Award ceremony in Beverly Hills, CA.

Blake Shelton, Miranda Lambert Record Duet For Miranda's New Album

Frank Seres — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 15:00:54 +0000

Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton have been in the studio recently recording a duet for Miranda's new album. The song is called "Better In The Long Run", and was written by Ashley Monroe (Miranda's pal from the Pistol Annies), Charles Kelley (of Lady Antebellum) and Gordie Sampson (writer of Carrie Underwood's "Jesus Take The Wheel").

Justin Bieber and Taylor Swift Perform 'Baby' Duet Live [VIDEO]

Jeff Giles — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 20:14:48 +0000

Justin Bieber has made something of a habit out of making surprise public appearances lately — as these wedding guests can attest — and he continued his streak Tuesday night at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.

What was so unexpected about Bieber taking the stage in L.A.? Only the fact that Taylor Swift was already there, wowing a crowd of several thousand fans — who really went into a frenzy when they saw her special guest.