Author Archives: TOfan

Hope for Haiti

Posted on 01/25/2010 by TOfan

“Hope” is one of the words that came to mind the first time I heard David Archuleta sing. I remember trying to figure out how a sweet little song like “Shop Around” could pull me out of a deep sorrow … Continue reading →

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ODDrought Survival Guide

Posted on 01/15/2010 by TOfan

Not since the post-A.I.-finale era (aka The Dark Ages) has such a deep pang of separation anxiety been felt throughout the David Archuleta fan base. David’s left the continent to do good works and when he gets back, he’ll continue … Continue reading →

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Will David Archuleta go all Beach Blanket Bingo?

Posted on 01/06/2010 by TOfan

Once-upon-a-time Teen Idol Frankie Avalon recently told a Laughlin Entertainer reporter that he sees David Archuleta approaching his former Teen Dream status: Q. Is there anyone out there these days who comes close to the teen idol status you achieved? … Continue reading →

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A Little Too Not Over Tour-re-lu-re-lu

Posted on 12/21/2009 by TOfan

Have you ever thought you were losing your mind? Is it a bad sign that I’m even asking that question? I’ll tell you why I ask. I’ve come to realize that as wonderful as David Archuleta concerts are, they always … Continue reading →

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Let the Tour begin!

Posted on 11/25/2009 by TOfan

To launch the CFTH tour, a medley of impressions, vids and reviews: From Kizzi: Good Morning Snow Angelz – Last night’s concert was, yet again another quantum leap for David fans. Some of the new elements & style of last … Continue reading →

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Hot off the presses: Archuleta interviews

Posted on 11/20/2009 by TOfan

No place like home for Archuleta By Linda East Brady (Standard-Examiner staff) Nothing says Christmas like coming home. That’s where David Archuleta hopes he’ll be this year — where his heart is, in Murray, Utah. “In this business, if you … Continue reading →

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Attitude of Gratitude

Posted on 11/11/2009 by TOfan

When the official announcement was made that David Archuleta would release a Christmas album this fall, many people — including fans — were surprised. “It’s too early in his career,” warned some. “It’s a cash grab,” snarked others. Most fans, … Continue reading →

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Tri-State Tour de force

Posted on 11/02/2009 by TOfan

It’s exhausting being on tour with David Archuleta. Three shows in four days over three states leave me with barely enough energy to tap this keyboard … and I’m just a fan … I don’t know how he does it. … Continue reading →

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Projet Pat-a-Pan

Posted on 10/24/2009 by TOfan

There’s a top-secret international initiative afoot — okay, not so secret — to spread the love for Pat-a-Pan north of the 49th Parallel … that’s us. I mean, could there be a more Canada-friendly track on David Archuleta’s Christmas From the … Continue reading →

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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas From the Heart

Posted on 10/13/2009 by TOfan

I may be struck by lightning for saying this, but Christmas carols are my favourite part of the holiday. Maybe it’s because I became a Christmas-carol junkie at such a young age – learning all 6,432 verses of “Good King … Continue reading →

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