David Archuleta on Celine

[marc-02]

http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?.../PK3H1ANVGD.DTL

 

David Archuleta, the doe-eyed runner-up from the seventh season of "American Idol," appears Monday at the Warfield in support of his new album, "Christmas From the Heart." The 18-year-old singer's second release this year features his golden-voiced takes on a handful of seasonal standards such as "The First Noel" and "O Holy Night," as well as a new song called "Melodies of Christmas." He called us last week from his family's home in Murray, Utah, to talk about his career so far, holiday plans and dream about Bob Dylan.

 

Q: Are you already over this whole Christmas thing?

 

A: Christmas isn't here yet.

 

Q: I know, but you've had to think about it since October when the album came out.

 

A: Oh, yeah. I've actually been celebrating Christmas since the summer because we had to start recording in July. But it's been good. It's helped me really think about what Christmas is all about.

 

Q: Was it hard to go in the studio and sing "O Holy Night" while you were wearing flip-flops and shorts?

 

A: It was interesting, to be sure. In some studios we had the Christmas lights up just to get in the mood.

 

Q: What's the one Christmas album your family listened to every year?

 

A: My mom was a big fan of Celine Dion, so that's probably the biggest. She's such an amazing singer. There's so much power in her songs and her voice. She's a big part of my Christmas memories.

 

Q: Your album came out the same day as Bob Dylan's "Christmas in the Heart." Do you think any of your fans accidentally picked up his album and wondered what happened to your voice?

 

A: I know, they almost have the exact same title, which is pretty funny. I hope not. Bob Dylan was actually in my dream last night.

 

Q: What was Dylan doing in your dream?

 

A: I think he was singing Christmas songs. I don't really remember my dream. It was snowing and his Christmas music was going on. I don't know why. I guess he was on the back of my mind yesterday. I should Tweet about that.

 

Q: This is your second album this year, also your second tour, and you're in the studio working on your next album. Why so fast?

 

A: It's going fast, but that's how you grow. It pushes you out of the comfort zone and what you thought you could do. You don't think you can do it, but you get through it and you realize it's all part of the growing process. Sometimes the business can get tough, but you have to be willing to handle it and take that challenge. It reminds you that it's always worth it in the end.

 

Q: What's the one thing you want for Christmas?

 

A: I don't really want anything. Just to be home and not worry about anything. As long as I get a few days to just relax and not have to do something, I'll be happy. {sbox}

 

Hear David Archuleta's music at www.my space. com/davidarchuleta.

 

 

 

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[angelil78]

cool

[Selina286]

yes, Celine is an amazing sing!!!

[dj4celine]

What does he mean by "My mum was a big fan of Celine Dion" ? He sang so many of her songs, most notably "I Surrender". Can't he even acknowledge the fact that he too is a fan or even that he listens to her as well?

 

Thanks for the article though

[Claudette]

Thanks for the article! What does he mean by was? Is his mom dead or is she no longer a fan? Edited November 29, 2009 at 06:51 PM by Claudette

[Timster]

I look just like David Archuleta lol

[Nmj]

neat

[celinefanonline]

his xmas album is pretty good !! and yes tim u look like him

[babyceline]

that was interesting..i like him but not more than celine...!

[I Love You]

Thanks and what is with the Was part. Celine, is an amazing singer hands down.

[Celinefanatic07]

Aww how sweet! Celine is a big part of my Christmas too, and has his mom passed away?

[VintageCeline]

Yay

[Black Kitten]

that's sweet. he even mentioned Celine during his "idol" days as one of his musical influences. Edited November 30, 2009 at 12:46 AM by Dhena

[SuperLove4Celine]

He's performing tonight in my hometown, Santa Rosa.

[luciusbright]

Great, he is a cute guy~~~

[marc-02]

http://detnews.com/article/20091126/ENT04/...rt-in-Ann-Arbor

 

Archuleta -- who counts Celine Dion's "These Are Special Times" and "The Jackson 5 Christmas Album" among his favorite holiday records -- says after wrapping the Christmas tour he's heading into the pre-production on his next album in early 2010. He's been working with some writers from Nashville but isn't sure how the album will shape up.

[Love,]

I love David Archuleta!

 

His voice is a miracle.

 

And I'm so excited because I'm seeing him perform tonight in San Francisco.

Edited November 30, 2009 at 09:41 PM by Love,

[dj4celine]

I love David Archuleta!

 

His voice is a miracle.

 

And I'm so excited because I'm seeing him perform tonight in San Francisco.

 

You came just to post that, didn't you Sopha?

 

 

j/k

[CelineMarie61286]

When I hear about Christmas I think of Celine Dion she is the best at singing Christmas songs her voice is so beautiful like an angel...everybody just leave the Christmas music to Celine Dion!!!!!!lol

[maceta_biloxi]

I like David's voice, I'll look forward for his Xmas album.

 

When did David sing I Surrender?

Edited December 1, 2009 at 06:38 PM by maceta_biloxi

[Black Kitten]

I like David's voice, I'll look forward for his Xmas album.

 

When did David sing I Surrender?

 

during Star Search i believe?

[Love,]

I love David Archuleta!

 

His voice is a miracle.

 

And I'm so excited because I'm seeing him perform tonight in San Francisco.

 

You came just to post that, didn't you Sopha?

 

j/k

Yes I did!

 

And it was an extraordinary experience for sure. He was like a meter from me. So close