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American Juniors CD Features All Ten Finalists, by David Bloomberg: While we were led to believe that the first full-length CD from the American Juniors show would actually feature the American Juniors group, it looks like that isn’t the case. Read on for details.

American Juniors – Some Final Thoughts, by David Bloomberg: American Juniors had its grand finale last night – it’s time for some closing thoughts on the show, the group, and the final hour of performances. Among other things: who does David think shouldn’t be in the band, and who should instead?

Previewing the American Juniors Single, by David Bloomberg: The American Juniors single comes out tomorrow – which seems a bit odd considering that we won’t even know who the final group member is until tomorrow night! Let’s take a quick look at what we know about the CD.

We’ll Be the Judge of That! – American Juniors, August 5, by Gil Sery & Donna Reynolds: It was the final performance – only one more will make it into the band. Will voters give us a group of four girls and Chauncey? Or will Morgan or A.J. have a better chance because voters want another guy? Let’s see what our Foxes On Idol panel has to say.

Lucy Hale, Mother Hen?, by Gil Sery: One of Gil’s (and many others’) favorites finally got into the American Juniors band. But now that Lucy is there, is she really a good fit? Or will she end up being the group’s mother figure? Let’s look at the possibilities.

We’ll Be the Judge of That! – American Juniors, July 29, by Donna Reynolds, Gil Sery, and David Bloomberg: There are only two places left and seven talented kids. Who did well and who could have done better? The Foxes On Idol judging staff is back with our thoughts. Of course, they don’t all agree, but they do seem to have similar opinions of Danielle.

American Juniors: The Thompsons Are In, So Let the Contest Begin, by David Bloomberg: David is absolutely, completely, 100% surprised that Tori Thompson was announced as the second member of the group – which now contains her and her sister, Taylor. Yes, that surprised. Really. OK, that’s sarcasm.

We’ll Be the Judge of That! – American Juniors, July 8, by Donna Reynolds, Gil Sery, and David Bloomberg : The American Juniors finalists performed last week, and now the Foxes On Idol judging panel reminds you of the performances, along with providing our thoughts on how each did. There are plenty of disagreements, and Chauncey is in the middle of one of them.

American Juniors, July 1 and 2: It’s Good to Be Number One, by Nicole Albertson: Nicole is back with her take on the latest round of American Juniors. Last week, Tori seemed like a shoo-in for the top spot: did she make it? And speaking of Tori, are she and her sister Taylor being given too much attention compared to other talented contestants such as Chantel?

We’ll Be the Judge of That! – American Juniors, July 1, by Donna Reynolds, Bruce Barker, and David Bloomberg: You’ve heard from the judges on American Juniors, now it’s time to hear from the judges on Foxes On Idol. Who overperformed? Who underperformed? Which of the Thompson sisters (right) did better this week?

American Juniors, June 24 and 25: We Have Our Finalists!, by Nicole Albertson: Nicole is back with her take on this week’s American Juniors episodes. Which song does she want wiped off the face of the earth? Which former American Idol contestant’s songs would she rather these contestants not perform? Finally, how accurate were her predictions of which contestants would advance - and where did she rank Canyon Grove?

American Juniors: Contestants and Judges, June 25, by David Bloomberg: The second round of the semi-finals brought us some pretty good singers, but not everybody fit into that group. How does David think did sisters Tori and Taylor did?

American Juniors Surprises, June 17 and 18, by Nicole Albertson: Nicole is never shy about sharing her opinion on talent, even when it comes to the kids on American Juniors. But she isn't the only target audience, so you also get a bonus - her five-year-old daughter's thoughts as well!

American Juniors: Contestants and Judges, June 17, by David Bloomberg: Ten semi-finalists performed on American Juniors last night, and we got to meet the judges for the first time. How did each do?

American Juniors: The Cuties Who Went Home, by Nicole Albertson: Nicole is just a big softie. She can't pick favorites out of those still in the competition, but she has a few favorites among those who went home.

Morgan Burke: From Talented Kid to American Junior, by David Bloomberg: When Morgan Burke set fire to the stage on American Juniors, it wasn't his first time - he also appeared on America's Most Talented Kid and received high scores for both his performance and the way he acted.

American Juniors: Perspective from a Sane Parent, by Nicole Albertson: While watching American Juniors, several things became clear. One is that a lot of these kids have talent! Another, though, is that many of the parents on the show are living vicariously through their children. A sane parent has her say.

Reality TV Hall of Shame - Ashley Olson: Shameful Stage Mom of 'American Juniors', by David Bloomberg: American Juniors holds promise for showing us talented kids and proud parents. But it also has a darker side, a side embodied by Ashley Olson, mother of Rylee, who didn't make the cut. Ms. Olson is the one you have seen yelling at the camera and making fun of the other kids during the American Juniors commercials. With the premiere, we got to see more of that tantrum, and with it she deserves a place in the Reality TV Hall of Shame.

American Juniors, Episode 1: Some Great Kids and a Nasty Mom, by David Bloomberg: American Juniors begins with auditions in three cities. We see some great kids, proud parents, and a few tears. Plus, of course, there has to be a nasty mom. But mostly the focus stays on the kids.

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