I don’t often go to concerts – I’m only 5’2” and I don’t really like crowds (everybody is always breathing on me) – but not much was going to keep me away from the Idols Live! tour after Season Four. Aside from the terrific group of performers and performances, it was an awesome opportunity for people watching. The girl sitting in front of me was about fourteen and quite obviously an Anthony Federov fan. No one around us was standing up throughout Anthony’s turn on the stage except for her. She was waving shyly and I think she had a sign, unfortunately, he didn’t notice her or wave back. This poor, heartbroken child spent the rest of the night pouting, much to her parents’ and little brother’s amusement.
Why the story? Well, I hope that girl gets to read this interview. We have many, many wonderful contributors to the Idol blogosphere, but JD Matthews is one of my heroes. Not only does he survive living in Memphis (I’m a six-year veteran) but he does great things for the marketing-challenged Idols. His interview with Anthony - with help from the AFed community - is a knock-out. If you haven’t heard Anthony’s ‘Culpa Me’ it is also a knock-out – be sure to visit IdolWaves.com to hear it. Oh, and thanks for the AFed fansite info – sounds like some good lurking!
December 16th, 2006 at 9:07 pm
Thank you for linking to Anthony’s interview. JD has really outdone himself this time. Great interview ! Here’s hoping that 2007 will be Anthony’s year to shine. And if you haven’t seen him since American Idol - check out his recent performances on YouTube - you are in for a treat !
December 16th, 2006 at 11:17 pm
Aww…I hope that young girl does’nt give up….I was patient and finally got to MEET Anthony in DC earlier this year!He is so gracious, and I’m positive if he would have seen her he would have waved.He waved at my friend and I, but then we were decked out with glo sticks and glo glasses and were so obvious!Thanks for the Anthony mention….he is so awesome!!
December 16th, 2006 at 11:56 pm
Awww, wow, hero? Thanks
I’m just doing what I can do to help these kids have a chance. Lovin’ the love!
–J.D.
December 17th, 2006 at 2:51 am
I agree that J.D. presented a great interview with Anthony; he was genuine and Anthony was truthful and generous with his information.. I wish all the best to Anthony..
December 17th, 2006 at 1:12 pm
The best interview ever at your blog, J.D.
I also feel like that “little” girl wanting to see Anthony again and again. Only at my Live Tour of AI4 concert Anthony had got huge reception and I felt like a very proud fan of his.
Good to read he’s been doing his music and his fans from AI4 season and many new ones have been waiting for him to come back and shine on the music scene.
December 17th, 2006 at 2:05 pm
Thank you for the great interview. J.D. is also one of our heros as well…
Anthony did a sensatonal interview..one that will make it’s rounds on the web for months to some. Anthony is one awesome young man with determination…Look our for 2007…that is his year…and ours too..
December 17th, 2006 at 3:57 pm
I love Anthony and reading the interview has made me even more devoted fan of his.
Thanks for talking to him, J.D.
Hopefully we will have a chance to hear more news about Anthony at your blog.
You’ve been doing great job, J.D.