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Date Posted: 00:19:16 03/27/06 Mon
Author: Janelle
Subject: Fuel Looks To American Idol For New Singer?

Fuel Looks To American Idol For New Singer?
By: Chad

Tuesday, March 07, 2006

After American Idol contestant Chris Daughtry's arguably impressive cover of Fuel's song "Hemorrhage (In My Hands)", the band is reportedly in talks with the contestant about joining the band and taking the place of the recently departed lead singer Brett Scallions.

Jeff Abercrombie, the Fuel’s bass player, said Daughtry did "a great job. This guy delivered. And he delivered like he’d written the song himself." Following Daughtry performance, Idol judge Randy Jackson reportedly told Access Hollywood that "Chris just got offered to be in the band Fuel, their lead singer is gone so they are trying to get it together."

But it may not be a sure thing. Fuel is having a contest to replace their lead singer. Their web site’s announcement for this search mentions Daughtry's performance, but also asks others to send in performances for consideration. The band will have to offer Daughtry a spot soon if they want him, since American Idol finalists are all held under contract with the show after they reach a certain point in the contest.

As for Scallions, he recently posted a message on his MySpace blog explaining his side of the story.

"The decision I have come to at this point in my life is to retire from Fuel. This is not a decision I just came up with at the drop of a hat. I have been thinking about this since the end of the Something Like Human tour... I feel like I need to push myself more as a musician and a writer and this is the best thing for me right now. Carl is a great songwriter. I have great songs in me too. Fuel, however, was never much of a collaboration."

http://www.alternativeaddiction.com/musicnews/article.asp?id=571

http://www.fuelweb.com/

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[> Ok, people here still watching "Idol?" Who are your favorites? I really like Chris' voice, emotion, and style. I had actually been talking to a friend about him possibly filling Brett's spot in the band(before I even knew that the band was planning on staying together and searching for a replacement). Now, I find that this is potentially going to be reality. Do you think this would be a good or poor move? I like Fuel, but they seem to have their problems with the drummer and lead singer leaving. Years ago I saw them perform at my college and witnessed a bit of the pre- and post- concert antics, and the founding members seemed a little tamer than the rest. Would Chris fit in with that scene? Does he have a chance to be THE Idol or runner up and earn recognition that way? Will he be tossed out in a handful more rounds and be trapped under the Idol contract without much freedom or fame? Discuss! -- Janelle, 00:22:05 03/27/06 Mon [1]


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[> [> I don't know much about Fuel, so can't comment there...would that mean Chris would leave AI if he joined? Kelly was my origional pick, but I'm not sure, anymore! I really like Chris. Paris, Mandisa...actually, most of them are great singers! Taylor is not my favorite. And I don't get all the fuss over Ace...he's one of the weakest vocalists left at this point!! I'm sure he will stick around for a while, while more deserving people get the boot... -- Josh, 11:06:31 03/27/06 Mon [1]


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[> [> I definitely watch AI religiously. Chris is my favorite! In the beginning it was Kellie, but Chris has won me over. I LOVE his voice and the fact that he's "different". When I watch AI, I like to envision someone being able to perform a full concert. Chris, Mandesa, Paris, and Taylor are the only ones I can see doing that. But in all reality, Chris is the only one I would go see. He performs my type of music. I love poppish rock very much (just went to see NICKELBACK for the 3rd time a couple weeks ago - I LOVE them). :) Anyway, I hope Chris doesn't leave AI. I like Fuel, but they haven't reached that pennacle and if they already have problems, I don't see Chris being able to solve them. He doesn't need all of that drama. I think he would be better off on his own. But that's just my opinion. -- Brooke, 19:58:27 03/27/06 Mon [1]


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[> He's ok, but my favs are: Mandisa, Katharine, Ace, Paris, and Taylor is starting to grow on me. -- Rae-Anne, 06:44:50 03/28/06 Tue [1]


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[> Is it me or anyone really noticed that Chris Daughtey definietly looks like this actor, Van Diesel??? I have no idea who I'd think will win AI. I'll wait until final 3 then I'll think about it. Some of them are great and have alot of potentials to do well with music. -- Busta, 23:29:42 04/03/06 Mon [1]


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