Judie (Supergrandjudie) emailed us about this great fan tribute video by pabuckie!  The song featured is “Feeling Good” by Michael Buble, and has some great swoon-worthy David pictures. :)

Fans, we appreciate your help in helping make this Gift to Honor David a success.

Today is Four ($4) for Friday!!!

$4 for Friday! Donate $4 to The David Archuleta Music Scholarship and help a student’s dream come true!

David thanks you!

Makes sure to pick up your own copy!

They are also taking nominations via their Twitter at @TeenCAwards2010!  Let’s get to it, guys! :)  Oh, and when you do send in your nominations, please DO NOT spam them.  We want all our nominations to count!

Meet Joy Williams Yetton, and Nate Yetton! The happy couple haha. Looking forward to this week of writing!

A blogger from the LA Times interviewed David! Click “read more” to read the article. :)

Season 7 runner-up David Archuleta has a new album in the works, a book about to hit the shelves, and a very busy few months staring him in the adorably dimpled face. But the 19-year-old native of Murray, Utah, still made time to talk to us between his travels to Nashville for songwriting sessions. The follow-up to David’s gold-selling debut is slated for release later this year, but read on to learn about its progress, as well as David’s experience with the Spanish-language “We Are the World” and his thoughts on the new season of “American Idol.”

What do you think of Season 9 so far?

I just really feel for the contestants. I want to talk to them, to tell them: I went through this, and I know what it’s like. While you’re there, you’re overwhelmed with so many different things. It’s a lot of work but you’re gonna learn so much from it, and there will be so many opportunities that you wouldn’t even imagine coming to you. And all the people who work on “Idol” — so many of them made what I thought was an impossible dream come true. These are the people who can really change your life.

Talent-wise, do they measure up to previous contestants?

I think they’re really talented. They show a lot of their own personalities, and I liked that about them. And there’s some really good singers, too. Like Andrew Garcia, I like the character that he’s shown. I feel like there’s a lot of pressure for them because people are now expecting them to change up the songs, and they’re not sure exactly what to be showing people. It’s matter of balance — changing the song enough to show who you are but still preserving the song for what made it magical.

Is that the secret, David? You would know, having made it all the way to the finale.

It’s difficult. You only have so much time in the day to think about that. Especially for the kids who are in school who study and are supposed to use their brain in another way for a lot of the day. Sometimes it’s hard to focus on both things at once, especially when you have to sing in front of millions of people. But “Idol” is like boot camp — that’s what I always say. It just makes you strong and gives you the knowledge and experience that you’ll need in the future. I’m excited to continue watching.

Tell us about your new material, and how long you’ve been working on it.

I’ve been working on it since January, but I had my first writing sessions in the summer, and I went to Nashville to write in October. Then the Christmas album came out and sort of took over, but I go back to Nashville this week.

Why Nashville?

It’s a really fun town, and I just love the people there. They’re really focused, very humble people, and the writers want the songs to be meaningful. That means a lot to me. It’s just a matter of finding that balance between radio hits and songs that really bring a message across to people. Plus, I love to tell a story, but I want to talk about my own stories, so I’ve been learning a lot about the writing process by working with people like Matt Squire.

Is there something you’re trying to accomplish with this record that you weren’t able to do on the first one?

[Lyrically], I just want it to sound more like me. I want people to say, “This is David talking.” Instead of just interpreting — and I’m sure there will be songs like that — I want to focus on showing people who I am, what my personality is like and hoping that I leave an impression on people. Even if it’s a light, fun topic, I still want it to make people think. I don’t want a typical everyday relationship song. If it’s going to be about a relationship, I want to create an image in people’s minds and let their imaginations go.

Have any current artists helped inspire you as the album has come together?

Jason Mraz, A Fine Frenzy, Owl City, Imogen Heap… those are some of my favorite artists. I love how Imogen gets you thinking and her music paints all these pictures in your mind. Owl City too, the weird abstractness makes all these colors and images come to life in your head. I love it when a song can do that. I don’t wanna get too abstract about it, but I want people to have a good time with the music and for it to match my personality. That’s kind of the goal right now, which is still kind of difficult because I’m still figuring out what exactly I want to do.

Please tell us we won’t be hearing you all auto-tuned. …

I hate auto-tune! There’s a certain emotion that you work on trying to get into your voice all these years, and I feel like auto-tune takes that away. Sometimes imperfections are supposed to be there! I have a hard time singing with it on because I pay so much attention to what is coming out of me, that when what I’m hearing in my headphones is not the same as what’s actually coming out, it really throws me off. So, no, I’m not a fan of auto-tune.

One of your songs, “She’s Not You,” was leaked recently. Is it a contender for this new album?

That was like the third song I ever recorded a year and a half ago. I don’t know how it got leaked. I guess people are hacking into things a lot more, like Jason Mraz’s Twitter [account] got hacked into.
I recorded over 30 songs for my first album, and this was one of them. It was written by E-Man [Emanuel Kiriakou], who wrote “Crush,” and I really liked recording it, but it didn’t make the record. And now, he worked hard to write that song, record it and produce it, but because it’s not released or for sale on iTunes, he’s not being provided for all the work he did. So I feel really bad for him.

Your book, “Chords of Strength,” is coming out. How do you respond to those who say you’re too young to write a memoir?

I agree with them. When the idea was brought to me, I was like, “Huh? I’m only 19, and I don’t think my life has been that interesting.” At first, I wasn’t sure how I was going to do it. Except in my liner notes [laughs], I was never good at writing a lot. Even in school, I always stayed after class because I’d never finish my essay in time. So writing has been a challenge but something I’ve been working on. Also, a lot of people ask me questions about my life, and I thought this is a great way for me to finally explain how I managed to get to this point at a young age and why I’m still the way I am. That’s the focus in the book: There were so many times when I thought, “I’m not good enough,” or, “There’s no way this is going to happen,” and then it does happen. I like to share those things with people, which is what music’s all about — having even a small influence by sharing my stories.

What was the process like?

It was very challenging, but I feel like it taught me a lot of things. It brought back memories that I completely forgot about because it got me thinking deeper and in more detail.

Last month you joined Emilio and Gloria Estefan, Ricky Martin, Shakira and a host of Latin luminaries to take part in “Somos El Mundo,” the Spanish-Language version of “We Are the World.” How was that experience for you?

It was just amazing to be around so many Latin artists. I was a little nervous because I don’t have the greatest Spanish, but I was able to get by. And my mom idolizes Gloria Estefan, so I brought her with me, which was really special. Plus, I just love to be able to reach out, and I love when people come together for such a good cause. I feel such a love for people [in need] especially now, with all the things that have been happening, not just with Haiti.

Would you consider doing a Spanish album?

I really want to. I love those people. I love what they’re all about, the culture they’ve given to me in my life with my mom’s side of the family. … Latin people are so passionate about music and emotional and expressive that way.

Perez Hilton recently suggested that Gloria Estefan would be a good “Idol” judge. Would you agree?

I think she’d be a really good candidate. She has a lot of knowledge, she’s a songwriter and a performer, she’s been under those pressures and has accomplished a lot in her life. Plus, she’s a very nice, down-to-earth person. I think she’d be a really good candidate.

Any plans for you to appear on the show this year?

I’d love to. I really wanna go back, and I’ve been trying to watch this season as much as I can.

David was also in Hispanic Magazine’s 15 Young Icons Under 30!

Here’s an unreleased, leaked song from David called “She’s Not You”. It’s been getting some airplay!

Find more music like this on DavidIsOurHero.com – A David Archuleta Fansite

The lyrics, courtesy of @XtianHawk. I polished them up a bit. :)

See how she’s looking in my eyes
Any guy would kill for that
She’s a beautiful girl and she’s into me
But I’m too busy still lookin’ back
Now I’m walking her to the door
Tryin’ to kiss her good night
But something inside just don’t feel right

My friends tell me “C’mon, give it up”
So I’ve been tryin’ to move on
But my heart’s still caught and my head’s not clear
Of the pictures from before you were gone
And I never wanna hurt no one
Tryin’ to forget your name
But something inside just don’t feel the same

No, she’s not you
And I don’t know what to say
But I’ll say it anyway
No matter what I do
I can’t believe the lie
And I just can’t see it through
No, she’s not you

I woke up in the middle of the night
Started reachin’ for the phone
Had to take a breath and remind myself
That you said you needed time alone
Didn’t know what I wanted then
And I know I let you down
Baby, I know what I gotta do now, oh

She’s not you
And I don’t know what to say
But I’ll say it anyway
No matter what I do
I can’t believe the lie
And I just can’t see it through

She’s not you when she smiles
Not you when she wakes
Or you when she cries
Not you when she breaks
And I don’t want to hurt her
But I know that it’s true
She’s not you

Ohh, not you

No, she’s, she’s not you
I don’t know what to say
But I’ll say it anyway
No matter what I do
I can’t believe the lie
And I just can’t see it through
She’s not you, yeah

She’s not you
And I don’t know what to say
But I’ll say it anyway
No matter what I do
But I can’t believe the lie
And I just can’t see it through
No, she’s not you

“DAVID…LOOK WHAT YOU INSPIRED US TO DO!!!”

Last fall, a group of fans got together trying to come up with alternative gifts to give David for Christmas and his birthday! They wanted to come up with something that may have a lasting impression, and would show David the love that he always shows to his fans. Brainstorming began….

The seed was planted…it has grown, changed and has been nourished by many of David’s fans working together to make this happen. We want this to be a gift from ALL fans around the world. Therefore……….

~~~WE ARE PLEASED AND HONORED TO ANNOUNCE~~~

THE DAVID ARCHULETA MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP

David has done so much for his fans. We would like to honor him by showing our support for this wonderful cause ….gifting talented students with scholarships to encourage them to keep the music alive.

Each year the music scholarship(s) will be awarded to a senior student(s) from David’s home town high school: Murray High School, in Murray Utah. These will be given to those who have plans of furthering their education in Music.

Please join us and Help Give Back to David by gifting Murray High School Students!!!
by donating to:

‘THE DAVID ARCHULETA MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP’

Visit our web site at www.thedavidarchuletamusicscholarship.org. and check out our web page for all the details.

Your donation, large or small, will help fund higher education, keep music alive, and honor David…all at the same time.

You are all invited to participate.!!
All donors names, city and state, will be included in a journal that will be given to David.
(The donation amount WILL NOT BE INCLUDED)

Fans let’s all put our hearts together and show David some love!!!

WE ‘Can’t Let The Music Stop’!

DAVID’S FANS

You can download “Somos El Mundo” on iTunes now!

Click here to buy! :)

I’ll embed it here as soon as I can.

The full song after the break (more…)!

“Real” video coming soon.

Lyrics to the song from Fan Scene:

El día llegó The day has come
No hay momento que perder There’s not a moment to lose
Hay que buscar unir el mundo de una vez We must seek to unite the world once again
Tantos necesitan un nuevo amanecer So many need a new dawn
Hay que ayudar We must help
Tenemos el deber We have a duty

No hay que esperar Do not expect
Que sea el otro el que va actuar That it is the other who will act
Cuando el dolor a tu puerta pueda tocar When pain may knock at your door
Al estar unidos no hay nada que temer United we have nothing to fear
Para triunfar In order to triumph
Tenemos que entender We need to understand

Somos Amor, Somos el Mundo We are Love, We are the World
Somos la luz que alumbra con ardor, lo más oscuro We are the light that ardently brightens the most dark
Llenos de esperanza Filled with hope
Podemos rescatar We can rescue
La fe que nos puede salvar The faith that can save us
Juntos, tu y yo Together, you and me

De corazón From the heart
Que sepan que importantes son Let them know how important they are
Que su pesar sentimos todos también That we all feel regret as well
Y que no están solos And that they are not alone
Queremos ayudar We want to help
Con compasión, firmeza y hermandad With compassion, determination and brotherhood

Somos Amor, Somos el Mundo We are Love, We are the World
Somos la luz que alumbra con ardor, lo más oscuro We are the light that ardently brightens the most dark
Llenos de esperanza Filled with hope
Podemos rescatar We can rescue
La fe que nos puede salvar The faith that can save us
Juntos, tu y yo Together, you and me

Cuando alguna vez te canses de luchar Whenever you tire of fighting
Es que aquí estaré a tu lado sin dudar Is when I’ll be here by your side without hesitation
Te daré mi mano para juntos aprender I will give you my hand so that together we can learn
La manera de poder vencer The way to overcome

Sorry for not updating all weekend!

David’s Chords of Strength cover was released! The book will be out May 4th, you can pre-order at Amazon.

Also, FanBlast is officially 2 years old! :)

Jennifer Barry, a super dedicated David Archuleta fan, creator of the Crush MS poster, and FanBlast reader, has started selling “Prayer of the Children (POTC) Charity Posters” to benefit Plane to Haiti.

According to her blog post, all proceeds will go to Plane to Haiti.

Posters come in 8×12 (inches?) which are $ 7.50 per poster and 12×18 (inches?) and are $10.00 per poster!

If you want to read more about Plane to Haiti you can check out their site at planetohaiti.org.

Read and get more info on Jennifer’s posters at her blog post at DavidArchuletanetwork.ning.com.

So, if you haven’t got his first album yet this is a pretty good time!

http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/david-archuleta/id294043248

By the way! If you haven’t already follow us on Twitter for super quick updates! @DavidAFanBlast

This will be updated when needed as time goes on.  Comments will be cleared as I add to this list to prevent confusion and lessen the comment “clutter”.

Last updated on 3/14/10.

Originally posted on September 26, 2009.

POLLS:

Who is the greatest ‘American Idol’ runner-up? (aka “Which #2 is Really #1?”) Another USA Today poll.  It’s a tight race between David and Adam Lambert!

Who Is Better: David Cook, David Archuleta or Justin Bieber?

American Idol’s Hottest Guy:  It’s a tight race between our David and David Cook!

Who’s your favorite American Idol contestant of all time? A “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon” blog poll!

USA Today’s Favorite Album of 2009!  CFTH is in the poll.

Disney Dreaming Fan Art Contest!  The 4th picture is the only one that has David on it!  It’s a blend of David, Demi Lovato and Selena Gomez.

Tweeter Wall Polls: Best American Idol Ever II, Mr. Twitter, Best of Twitter, Musician of the Month, Top YouTube Musician, Best Fansite, Best David Archuleta Site, Best Website, Best Album, and Best Celebrity Website.  Thanks to Katheryn and Cassie for the list!

Best Singer of 2009!  David’s behind Justin Bieber.

Impressed with David’s post-Idol career? Obviously!  David’s slide is the 4th one in.

Are You a David Archuleta Fan? We all know the answer to this one. :)

Which David is Yours? This poll is sponsored by Sony Music.  You can vote as many times as you like, but you must clear your cookies between each vote.

FHR Radio’s Monthly Artist Vote for their Artist of the Month!

Which upcoming album by an American Idol runner up are you most excited about? The poll is below the article.

The Best Website Ever (TWBE)’s Best Idol Ever poll:  This poll resets itself on the 1st of every month. You have 5 votes per day per category.

REQUESTS:

Request David to be on Oprah! Oprah’s producers want to know who YOU want to see on her show!  Get David on there and ask if he can sing a song (or all 13, hehe) from his Christmas CD.  Tell them about how sweet, nice, wonderful, generous and amazingly talented our David is in your message!

FHR Radio’s Song Request form. Request all of David’s songs here!

MediaBase.  Request David’s songs on your local radio station.  There’s now a 2nd MediaBase list!  Request David’s songs there, too!

Radio Disney.  Request all of David’s songs, including “I Wanna Know You”!  All of David’s songs are under his name on the Artist tab.  “I Wanna Know You” is found in an alphabetical search.  (Thanks for the tip, Cassie!)

America’s Top 40:  Request “Zero Gravity” once everyday.  You can request all of David’s other songs as well.

Stream David’s songs and videos on AOL.  Streaming counts toward David’s airplay time.

MTV Latin America:  Write David Archuleta – “Crush” in the Otro box.  Then your first and last name in the next two boxes, and your email address in the bottom box.  Then click “Votar” to submit your vote.  You can vote as many times as you like.

Sirius Hits:  Request David’s songs!

David just posted a new vlog! He writes: “Should I listen to my mom and wait for a haircut? Or no? ha..”

I agree with his mom! What do you think? Video after the jump…