Friday I will not be over this…no way in hell. In fact, the Idoloonie within may never quite be the same after getting an exclusive first look at the cover art for Allison Iraheta’s debut album, Just Like You, due December 1 via 19 Recordings/Jive. I’d compare my current condition to someone who just dove into a swimming pool holding a plugged-in extension cord, except for instead of getting a lethal dose of electricity, I’ve been fried by pure joy. Call me crazy, but after watching Allison’s amazing season 8 trajectory — from that sizzling and unexpected first impression on “Alone” to that beyond-her-years take on “I Can’t Make You Love Me” to that gut-wrenching exit performance of “Cry Baby” — it’s a beautiful thing to see her dreams of music stardom on the brink of being realized. Also? That belt? A jangly delight! The hair? A perfect explosion from the fuchsia end of the Crayola box! And the slight hint of a smirk? I like to think of it as a not-so-subtle message to a certain Idol judge who never quite gave her the respect she was entitled to. (No, we will not sully this moment with his name.) What’s more, and as I’m sure is obvs to everyone, the heat of Allison’s music is melting the paint on the wall behind her. Yes? Yes. Now, let’s go straight to the slow clap. Rocker saved. Rocker signed. Rocker pre-ordered. (To get first dibs on all my Idol news and blathering, follow me on Twitter @EWMichaelSlezak.)
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Hot dang! Now I’m even MORE excited for her album! Side note: Why is her single not on iTunes yet? What’s the deal?
I’ve been looking for it on iTunes too. What I don’t get is why people would Pre-order it on Amazon? They charge a fortune for shipping so you can get it on the release date – why not just buy it from iTunes and download it the night before?
Maybe some people like to own the physical product?
Sweetie, Amazon has a download store too. Also, some folks prefer physical CD’s to downloads. I always buy the CD for my favorite artists. I prefer to have the CD on my shelf AND rip it for my iPhone and computer. And they don’t charge a fortune for shipping. Free shipping is one of their options! Most pre-orders I make arrive on release date, so it’s not a problem.
the single will be on itunes november 3rd.
I love it! The colors are so pretty. Yay Allison!!!
Excellent album cover.
Dead…I love it, she looks fantastic and I love her facial expression.
love it. now release the single!!!!!
amazing cover *DEAD*
SHE LOOKS AMAZING!p.s. i can’t stop listening to her new single. i’m buying like 20 copies of her CD. suck on that cowell
This is so awesome! I cannot wait to buy this album. She is amazing! Mike, I know you must be floating on air today :0)
i love it! absolutely gorgeous! keep the updates comin’ slezak
its a fuschia explosion!!!love it
the single is coming Nov 3rd (amazon has it listed)…I like the strategy. Her single will get mainstream add on the 26th..give the single enough airplay to get the non-AI audience a chance to hear it, then you can get more sales from itunes
simply gorgeous!
great mixture of colours
Agree. Very artistic looking.
except for her name and title! the art director should be shot.
OMG, what the hell is this crap? She is a rocker, why all the pink and sh*t? The only thing I like on here is her smirk.
She looks absolutely stunning. Love the hair, the clothes, the smirk. Can’t wait to hear the CD.
I absolutely love it. It’s cool, age-appropriate without being the slightest bit twee, fun (esp the hair and the smirk) and just, well, ALLISON. I seriously CAN. NOT. WAIT.
She looks fierce! I love the fuchsia blend in her hair! also like how the I is dotted with an “x” haha she rocks!
gorgeous !!! and stop with the idolatry vid because i already watched more times then it is mentally healthy !!!
I’m in love with this cover!! Can’t wait to have the album!!
Really nice! Congrats to you, Michael and Allison!
Where is the obligatory poll with craptacular answers that are just two variables of ‘I love it’ or ‘I hate it’?
Looks like Sleazy forgot his usual MO in his race to ignore how this picture looks like something from a Tiffany album in the 80’s.
Allison got worse as last season went on, and judging from her first track, is continuing that downward spiral.
My old Tiffany poster was the first thing I thought of… but I like Allison so I didn’t want to be mean!
please dont rain on our parade
Right…she got worse as the season progressed because Someone to watch over me, Cry baby and Slow ride were her three worst performance, LOL! You’ve got to be kidding me. Go on with your hate somewhere else.
Aw Frankie. Someone pee in your oatmeal this morning? Bet your real fun at parties. Please take your hate elsewhere.
Wow blown away by that art. She could really become a star with this. Is there a place to pre-order.
You can pre-order on Amazon.com
Love her, love the cover. Would be driven to a jingle-induced homicidal rage by someone wearing that belt in real life, but like it just fine in the photo.
its a crime she doesnt have her single on itunes….she shows there is talent in america of her age. and i mean ACTUAL talent.
Beautiful ! A bit too airbrushed in the face. The kid is gorgeous without the fake chiseled cheekbones but all in all a great cover !
Allison’s the epitome of a rocker chick, and this cover captures that perfectly. It’s cool, I love the fuschia background and Allison looks amazing.
Michael I also have to say, that I absolutely feel the same way you do about how far Allison has come. I loved her from Day 1 on AI, and I’m so happy that she’s getting to live her dream.
GORGEOUS!!!! Can’t wait for the album! I’m really diggin’ FIBOU, but I’m greedy and want more.
Oh, yeah, and I’m happy it’s not self-titled. Yay!
Really good job on the cover. Way better than Cook’s or Archies last year.
i like it!! very creative.
i love u michael sleazak! u made my day!! allison is breathtaking. can’t wait!!
Who the hell is Allison Iraheta?
The girl in the cover?
google it.
Better yet, youtube her!
definitely eye catching!
Can’t wait to buy the album!