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Brian Damage · 11-28-2006, 12:29 PM

Jennifer Hudson's peculiar journey from reality show reject to Oscar favorite has now led her to a recording deal with Arista Records.

Arista will get Hudson into a studio sometime next year to begin recording her debut album, by which time she may have made one of the most unusual transformations in recent entertainment memory.

Hudson is probably still best remembered from the 2004 season of "American Idol." Part of the diva trio that included Latoya London and eventual winner Fantasia Barrino, Hudson made a surprisingly early departure from the "Idol" field, a departure that spurred accusations of racism in the voting process from Sir Elton John of all people.

She resurfaces this winter in the key role of Effie in "Dreamgirls." Hudson topped roughly 800 contenders for the role, including Fantasia, and the Oscar buzz for her show-stopping performance is deafening. The film opens wide on Christmas Day, but Arista wanted to have Hudson under contract before that time.

"Jennifer is a vocal wonder, a tremendously gifted artist," says Clive Davis, Arista founder and BMG U.S. Chairman. "Her extraordinary voice gives her a signature sound and distinguishes her from every singer on the horizon today. Jennifer is a very exciting new addition to the Arista family."

Hudson, a 25-year-old native of Chicago, adds, "Clive Davis is a legend and I feel more than honored to be associated with him. Because of his vision and hands on approach, Arista already feels like home. I can't wait for us all to make beautiful music together."

80sTrivia · 11-28-2006, 04:14 PM

I remember Jennifer and I felt she should have gone further in the competition, but it hardly matters now, as it seems she is poised on the brink of superstardom, with a much-talked about movie role and a new record deal.

Karen* · 11-28-2006, 04:36 PM

Wow, congrats Jennifer!

-*Forever*- · 11-29-2006, 01:44 PM

HAHA SHE BEAT OUT FANTASIA

James"Thunder"Early · 11-29-2006, 01:59 PM

She sings the heck out of the songs in the movie, especially the big one "And I Am Telling You, I'm Not Going".

Kemistry · 11-29-2006, 03:33 PM

Awesome, I thought she was better then Fantasia.

11-28-2006, 12:29 PM	#1
Brian Damage I'm Rich Bitch Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 03, 2002 Location: What Ain't No Country I Ever Heard Of...They Speak English in What? Posts: 63,107	'Dreamgirls,' 'Idol' Star Inks Record Deal Jennifer Hudson's peculiar journey from reality show reject to Oscar favorite has now led her to a recording deal with Arista Records. Arista will get Hudson into a studio sometime next year to begin recording her debut album, by which time she may have made one of the most unusual transformations in recent entertainment memory. Hudson is probably still best remembered from the 2004 season of "American Idol." Part of the diva trio that included Latoya London and eventual winner Fantasia Barrino, Hudson made a surprisingly early departure from the "Idol" field, a departure that spurred accusations of racism in the voting process from Sir Elton John of all people. She resurfaces this winter in the key role of Effie in "Dreamgirls." Hudson topped roughly 800 contenders for the role, including Fantasia, and the Oscar buzz for her show-stopping performance is deafening. The film opens wide on Christmas Day, but Arista wanted to have Hudson under contract before that time. "Jennifer is a vocal wonder, a tremendously gifted artist," says Clive Davis, Arista founder and BMG U.S. Chairman. "Her extraordinary voice gives her a signature sound and distinguishes her from every singer on the horizon today. Jennifer is a very exciting new addition to the Arista family." Hudson, a 25-year-old native of Chicago, adds, "Clive Davis is a legend and I feel more than honored to be associated with him. Because of his vision and hands on approach, Arista already feels like home. I can't wait for us all to make beautiful music together."
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