How very interesting. I have always been intrigued by Alan Parsons and he is definitely a power house.
James Durbin is a talent for rock...and I want him to find success more than any young person I have come across. American Idol this year was new to me. I not not really into shows like that. Tyler got me watching, James kept me watching.
Ok, I love rock... and I am impressed that James being sooo young is very much a rocker...it is who he is and should be.
For those who are wondering if James has a record deal, do you honestly think that 19Entertainment would just drop James Durbin off their radar after primping him up and setti him with people like Judas Priest and Zakk Wylde? They spent THOUSANDS on him, and they also get first dibs on contracts for contestants.
Hell, they even allowed there to be a James Durbin day despite not being in the Top 3.
19Entertainment won't let a diamond in the rough like James fade away too easily.
People are often under the impression that AI contestants are fresh off the farm, SOME are, but most are actual artist trying to follow their dreams - to which many had already taken steps
This video is amazing!!! esp. who he's getting to work with. He should have won and was the only reason I watched my first season of American Idol. I heard him from the next room while my wife was watching and didn't miss and episode until he was eliminated. His finale ROCKED! the best reason to watch the show... my only reason.
I hope he keeps singing and keep himself known so he has a better chance at getting a record deal. (to tell you the truth i think hes good enough for a record deal for sure already)
James Durbin has been my favorite on American Idol this season, I'm proud of him. I love the Alan Parson's Project. No wonder James appears to have so much more experience than his age.
Too bad I can't vote for any american idol fav as well, like Beatlesnicole. But James is my favorite too, been watching him since his audition and he has exceptional talent. And I can clearly understand the lyrics when he sings unlike other contenders they chew the words..
With James off then the cowboy will win. Country Western, Christian, American Pride - I don't really like that kind of music but a huge amount of record buying public does - I think it's all him now. But I think Casey was great until he started corn-balling around too much. James is the best and will hopefully pick up a record deal "any minute"!
Agreed..I second that..and I'm not going to watch any more too...James was the ONLY reason I watched I couldn't wait to hear what he was going to sing next! T^T..oh well he's DEFENANTLY GONNA GET A RECORD DEAL untill then I'm just gonna have to wait :is patiantly waiting for a James Durbin concert: >3> better start saving XP
Finally, the overrated James Durbin is out. Did you noticed the bitchy smile of Lauren? If Americans are smart that fattie bitch will go home next week.
ATTENTION JAMES ARMY: Country power united forces to vote off the "civilized" contestants! We can't allow country to take over our radio stations YA'LL!
Please don't stop voting! We MUST send Country back to their home-towns to harvest the corn they have been serving us on the show!
VOTE HALEY whether u like her or not!!! It's a WAR, country!!! Yee-ha!
Working with Alan Parsons has got to be a plus here. Great things come out of the Alan Parsons Project. And James Durbin, wow! He's gonna go places. He already a star!
I agree hes good. But lets see what the other American Idol Competitors can do. They probably all have record contracts already. Who knows. So this is just TV America stringing along for ratings. This has been one very intensive season.
@SnazySpaz no thats not whats happening here. this was probably a song he was going to sing on idol but they maybe changed. they also may have shot this thinking that it would be used
@Txurniul You're right about this not being about a record deal, but this video has nothing to do with American Idol! It was shot 2 years ago when James was just a local singer in Santa Cruz, CA. Thanks for watching!
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So you're saying that James Durbin had a record deal even BEFORE American idol? Why should he compete if he's already set? That's like letting Taylor Swift go on american idol! For all we know Casey used to be famous too!!!!! Is that all the people they let on Idol? So. Not. Fair. To everyone!
@SnazySpaz No, James had talent and local success in Santa Cruz, CA, where we created Alan Parsons Art & Science of Sound Recording. Similarly to how he worked on Abbey Road and Dark Side of the Moon, Mr. Parsons has a knack for working with breakthrough musicians.
Lots of singers cut CD's and send them to recording companies. So saying James can not compete because he cut a CD is crazy. I would like to ask you if you had ever heard of James before Idol. If not I think you need to rethink what you have said here. I had never heard of Casey ether before idol. I listen to all kinds of music and have never heard of ether one of these guys.. I'm Sure Haley has cut a CD with her family too. Don't get me wrong Haley is my lease favorite.
@SnazySpaz Even if someone had a deal in the past, that doesn't mean they're "set". Majority of deals fall out and that leaves the artist back to start. BUT... this looks like he was in a studio trying to cut a demo, which is FAR FAR FAR from a deal. He probably had to pay by the hour to rent the studio, just hoping he can sell a demo to someone important.
Funny how people want to feel important by trying to help him, with a voice like that James doesn't need anyone behind the scenes. He could hit record, sing in his own basement and sell it.
I've read all the comments and apparently all the people commenting are 16 y/o girls. Not one noticed the most important character in this video, someone rarely seen on camera and a big power behind the music. Alan Parsons is a enormous force behind the scenes in the music industry, if Alan Parsons is behind James on any way... just wait for it.
@Conrrad1 Alan and I were very excited to hear about James' spot on American Idol. Even 3 years ago while he was a local Santa Cruz vocalist, we knew he had star power and enormous potential!
@artsciencesoundify I'll love to hear the final edit of that session. If you guys ever stop at Music City (Nashville) for a session drop me a line, I know that great performances aren't exclusive for the stage but also can be found on the console. Good luck and keep making amazing music.
@Conrrad1 wow, I'm 50 and am definately a James Durbin fan, AND am aware of the huge talent of Alan Parsons...Conrad, I do think your information on the age and musical knowledge of James Durbins' fan base is a bit jaded..every person, from 10-70, male and female, that I have forced my enthusiam on this newly discovered talent on recognizes James amazing natural talent. And, trust me, you don't have to like Metal or Rock to recognize an extrordinary. And, James Durbin, is gonna be big! :)
I think I know why this footage was never released. It's written all over their faces, so I won't say anything.
I like him, he's got charisma and he's talented, very much like Adam Lambert, so good for him. Of all the girls so far I love Haley most, hope she'll be huge regardless of her fate on the show.
@theruinvalue Much of this footage wasn't released because we crammed an encyclopedic amount of information about recording vocals into a 45-minute video. James is still a prominent artist in the series.
Why are ppl always comparing James and Adam, They are 2 entirely different ppl!! Both men hit high notes and so does Jacob Lusk, its a gift these ppl have..appreciate , do not hate and stop comparing!! Thay are individuals!!
I have a feeling James would be much better off not winning. Let him be picked up for the front man of a good rock band and not be under the Idol microscope. I think it would serve him better in the long run. Especially as a rocker (rockers are music snobs and don't like AI).
I'm assuming he had no dislikes (even though he has 2 now) because why would anybody but his fan's look up his video's?????? He is awesome, but Paul is way better and there is noone in the competition who's voice is as unique as Paul's... even James or Jacob.
Even if he doesn't win American Idol, we will be hearing a lot more from him. Adam Lambert should have won but did not and became very sucessful. James Durbin SHOULD WIN. He is the best ever on Idol ever!
The thing that's great about James is that he just seems like a really good guy. I love watching people do what they love to do. He is meant for this. I really want nothing but success for this guy, he deserves it.
WHERE IN THE WORLD HAS THIS GUY BEEN !!!!!!! VOTE, VOTE, VOTE THE WHOLE 2 HOURS, ON WEDNESDAY NIGHTS, ON FOX . HELP HIM IN THE FINALE AND TO WIN. HIS VOICE IS OF THE CHARTS !!!! I'M LOVING YOU JAMES.
He is so damn hot! Sighhhh
momotx24 3 months ago
I loved James.
monicecilia1 3 months ago
I really want james to write a fucking metal song dammit.......
ctjoao 3 months ago
2:52 Beavis & Butthead?
myutoobvids 4 months ago
That was wicked cool! Hope to hear that on 1st album! Hi from OKC!
71bonjovigirl 5 months ago
Love,him! He is so good, I admire him so much.
billiejosmith1460 5 months ago
always loved app, he always attracts best vocalists... wish durbin ecorded something with him now
mtitova1 5 months ago
RIP Eric Woolfson. Brilliant musician.
Spacecowboyy 7 months ago
we all love you james!!!
natalie1980chang 7 months ago
0:40 - 0:43 Boing, boing boing, boing boing.
Li5nk 7 months ago 3
How very interesting. I have always been intrigued by Alan Parsons and he is definitely a power house.
James Durbin is a talent for rock...and I want him to find success more than any young person I have come across. American Idol this year was new to me. I not not really into shows like that. Tyler got me watching, James kept me watching.
Ok, I love rock... and I am impressed that James being sooo young is very much a rocker...it is who he is and should be.
Dprang1 7 months ago
For those who are wondering if James has a record deal, do you honestly think that 19Entertainment would just drop James Durbin off their radar after primping him up and setti him with people like Judas Priest and Zakk Wylde? They spent THOUSANDS on him, and they also get first dibs on contracts for contestants.
Hell, they even allowed there to be a James Durbin day despite not being in the Top 3.
19Entertainment won't let a diamond in the rough like James fade away too easily.
sseasshark 8 months ago
Man, the guy was delivering pizza. Which kind of music industry's deal makes u deliver pizza?
predador21 9 months ago
People are often under the impression that AI contestants are fresh off the farm, SOME are, but most are actual artist trying to follow their dreams - to which many had already taken steps
jephybean 9 months ago 2
What an awesome experience that must have been. James sounded so good. What a talent!!!
tamara719 9 months ago 2
This video is amazing!!! esp. who he's getting to work with. He should have won and was the only reason I watched my first season of American Idol. I heard him from the next room while my wife was watching and didn't miss and episode until he was eliminated. His finale ROCKED! the best reason to watch the show... my only reason.
Lithium600mg 9 months ago 4
I hope he keeps singing and keep himself known so he has a better chance at getting a record deal. (to tell you the truth i think hes good enough for a record deal for sure already)
Dittomark101 9 months ago
This video is very cool. I like watching the process. James is on his way to being a superstar! What a talent!
jlgsparrow3 9 months ago 4
James Durbin will be a Super Nova. Durbinator406
chest002 9 months ago 3
James Durbin has been my favorite on American Idol this season, I'm proud of him. I love the Alan Parson's Project. No wonder James appears to have so much more experience than his age.
joant1221 9 months ago 3
Oh. Okay. Whoo, that's a relief. Thanks guys ;)
SnazySpaz 9 months ago 3
Too bad I can't vote for any american idol fav as well, like Beatlesnicole. But James is my favorite too, been watching him since his audition and he has exceptional talent. And I can clearly understand the lyrics when he sings unlike other contenders they chew the words..
MsNarianne 10 months ago 2
With James off then the cowboy will win. Country Western, Christian, American Pride - I don't really like that kind of music but a huge amount of record buying public does - I think it's all him now. But I think Casey was great until he started corn-balling around too much. James is the best and will hopefully pick up a record deal "any minute"!
jmpetra 10 months ago 2
@monkeybuttssuck1
Agreed..I second that..and I'm not going to watch any more too...James was the ONLY reason I watched I couldn't wait to hear what he was going to sing next! T^T..oh well he's DEFENANTLY GONNA GET A RECORD DEAL untill then I'm just gonna have to wait :is patiantly waiting for a James Durbin concert: >3> better start saving XP
sapphirejynx 10 months ago 3
he is so inspiring
chiopeefillin 10 months ago
why is he wearing a bandage? We love you James!!!<3
paperwhiterose 10 months ago
american idol sucks.........we still love you james and we still our american idol season 10, your the best!good luck in the future.
jesspadzs32 10 months ago 2
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Finally, the overrated James Durbin is out. Did you noticed the bitchy smile of Lauren? If Americans are smart that fattie bitch will go home next week.
rockskater012 10 months ago
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ATTENTION JAMES ARMY: Country power united forces to vote off the "civilized" contestants! We can't allow country to take over our radio stations YA'LL!
Please don't stop voting! We MUST send Country back to their home-towns to harvest the corn they have been serving us on the show!
VOTE HALEY whether u like her or not!!! It's a WAR, country!!! Yee-ha!
X - Scooter Mc'creepy!!!
MsKGB1 10 months ago
Working with Alan Parsons has got to be a plus here. Great things come out of the Alan Parsons Project. And James Durbin, wow! He's gonna go places. He already a star!
mdfreels 10 months ago 2
I wanna vote for James so badly. Too bad I'm from the Philippines.
BeatlesnicoleO13 10 months ago 3
@BeatlesnicoleO13 you can't vote from americanidol;s web page?
fsfgpowerrangers 10 months ago
@fsfgpowerrangers I tried. But whenever I go online, it's always closed. O_O I really wanna vote for him.
BeatlesnicoleO13 10 months ago
I agree hes good. But lets see what the other American Idol Competitors can do. They probably all have record contracts already. Who knows. So this is just TV America stringing along for ratings. This has been one very intensive season.
kruptarvian1 10 months ago
In it to win it Rep Santa Cruz
greeen2011 10 months ago
@SnazySpaz no thats not whats happening here. this was probably a song he was going to sing on idol but they maybe changed. they also may have shot this thinking that it would be used
Txurniul 10 months ago
@Txurniul You're right about this not being about a record deal, but this video has nothing to do with American Idol! It was shot 2 years ago when James was just a local singer in Santa Cruz, CA. Thanks for watching!
artsciencesoundify 10 months ago 12
@Txurniul OoOoO thanks for clarifying :D
Txurniul 10 months ago
WE ARE ALL LOVIN' JAMES. VOTE! VOTE!VOTE!
jazzduel 10 months ago
@MeowMix12181984
He blinks like that bcuz he has tourette's syndrome!!!!!!! But I agree, soooooo cute!!!!!!
misszeemarie 10 months ago
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So you're saying that James Durbin had a record deal even BEFORE American idol? Why should he compete if he's already set? That's like letting Taylor Swift go on american idol! For all we know Casey used to be famous too!!!!! Is that all the people they let on Idol? So. Not. Fair. To everyone!
SnazySpaz 10 months ago
@SnazySpaz No, James had talent and local success in Santa Cruz, CA, where we created Alan Parsons Art & Science of Sound Recording. Similarly to how he worked on Abbey Road and Dark Side of the Moon, Mr. Parsons has a knack for working with breakthrough musicians.
artsciencesoundify 10 months ago 8
@SnazySpaz
Wow,
Lots of singers cut CD's and send them to recording companies. So saying James can not compete because he cut a CD is crazy. I would like to ask you if you had ever heard of James before Idol. If not I think you need to rethink what you have said here. I had never heard of Casey ether before idol. I listen to all kinds of music and have never heard of ether one of these guys.. I'm Sure Haley has cut a CD with her family too. Don't get me wrong Haley is my lease favorite.
mayoutruthbetold 10 months ago 2
@SnazySpaz Even if someone had a deal in the past, that doesn't mean they're "set". Majority of deals fall out and that leaves the artist back to start. BUT... this looks like he was in a studio trying to cut a demo, which is FAR FAR FAR from a deal. He probably had to pay by the hour to rent the studio, just hoping he can sell a demo to someone important.
jephybean 9 months ago
@SnazySpaz grrrrr....
xXDeniVonVanityXx 3 months ago
james durbin is gonna win!
Macy64CP 10 months ago
id love to hear the finished version definitely :)
SDphotography013 10 months ago 2
Alan Parsons - what an amazing opportunity. It was great to see James in this environment. Thanks for posting!
getanorwexwebsite 10 months ago
Funny how people want to feel important by trying to help him, with a voice like that James doesn't need anyone behind the scenes. He could hit record, sing in his own basement and sell it.
janiceyt 11 months ago
I've read all the comments and apparently all the people commenting are 16 y/o girls. Not one noticed the most important character in this video, someone rarely seen on camera and a big power behind the music. Alan Parsons is a enormous force behind the scenes in the music industry, if Alan Parsons is behind James on any way... just wait for it.
It's nothing, just "Games People Play".
Conrrad1 11 months ago 19
@Conrrad1 Alan and I were very excited to hear about James' spot on American Idol. Even 3 years ago while he was a local Santa Cruz vocalist, we knew he had star power and enormous potential!
artsciencesoundify 11 months ago 19
@artsciencesoundify I'll love to hear the final edit of that session. If you guys ever stop at Music City (Nashville) for a session drop me a line, I know that great performances aren't exclusive for the stage but also can be found on the console. Good luck and keep making amazing music.
Conrrad1 11 months ago
@Conrrad1 wow, I'm 50 and am definately a James Durbin fan, AND am aware of the huge talent of Alan Parsons...Conrad, I do think your information on the age and musical knowledge of James Durbins' fan base is a bit jaded..every person, from 10-70, male and female, that I have forced my enthusiam on this newly discovered talent on recognizes James amazing natural talent. And, trust me, you don't have to like Metal or Rock to recognize an extrordinary. And, James Durbin, is gonna be big! :)
MaschelleM 4 months ago 2
I think I know why this footage was never released. It's written all over their faces, so I won't say anything.
I like him, he's got charisma and he's talented, very much like Adam Lambert, so good for him. Of all the girls so far I love Haley most, hope she'll be huge regardless of her fate on the show.
theruinvalue 11 months ago 2
@theruinvalue Much of this footage wasn't released because we crammed an encyclopedic amount of information about recording vocals into a 45-minute video. James is still a prominent artist in the series.
artsciencesoundify 11 months ago 3
I miss Pia.
zzzzz87 11 months ago
Was this studio session a joke?
cusseta123 11 months ago
4 DISLIKES!!!!!!!!
egondog 11 months ago
i live james durbin!!!!!
jhart1969 11 months ago
James Durbin is fabulous - love him!!
starlitexxruby 11 months ago 2
ugh 3 dislikes! Really?????
egondog 11 months ago
He's an inspiration for people with disabilities. The guy is amazingly talented.
DaLeadBull 11 months ago 4
Vote for James Durbin!!!!!!!!! The anti-Adam Lambert!
GenX6887 11 months ago 3
I love that he's so down to earth. I hope he at least makes it to the finale. He deserves a chance!
butterclip 11 months ago
Why are ppl always comparing James and Adam, They are 2 entirely different ppl!! Both men hit high notes and so does Jacob Lusk, its a gift these ppl have..appreciate , do not hate and stop comparing!! Thay are individuals!!
itsallaboutadam1 11 months ago
@itsallaboutadam1 Perfectly said. Thank you.
Lisa4174 10 months ago
James is good but he is NOT better than Adam Lambert. He sounds flat and off key at times and Adam has never sung an off key note in his life!
carolb57 11 months ago
I have a feeling James would be much better off not winning. Let him be picked up for the front man of a good rock band and not be under the Idol microscope. I think it would serve him better in the long run. Especially as a rocker (rockers are music snobs and don't like AI).
xentafy 11 months ago
LOVES ME SOME JAMES DURBIN MELODIES!!!! CH
Crazyhorse479 11 months ago
This vid will spread quickly over the next few months. Durbin will be in the Final 2. Thanks to the folks at KEYFAX for the link.
kevland1 11 months ago
there is a reason this video has 0 dislikes! GO JAMES DURBIN!!
egondog 11 months ago 24
@egondog
I'm assuming he had no dislikes (even though he has 2 now) because why would anybody but his fan's look up his video's?????? He is awesome, but Paul is way better and there is noone in the competition who's voice is as unique as Paul's... even James or Jacob.
cmarley13 11 months ago
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cmarley13 11 months ago
@cmarley13 What did u say it got removed
egondog 11 months ago
@cmarley13 I dont like paul. in my opinion
egondog 11 months ago
Even if he doesn't win American Idol, we will be hearing a lot more from him. Adam Lambert should have won but did not and became very sucessful. James Durbin SHOULD WIN. He is the best ever on Idol ever!
bdbmk 1 year ago 5
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abeezy813 1 year ago
The thing that's great about James is that he just seems like a really good guy. I love watching people do what they love to do. He is meant for this. I really want nothing but success for this guy, he deserves it.
xTheIdeaBulbx 1 year ago 4
WHERE IN THE WORLD HAS THIS GUY BEEN !!!!!!! VOTE, VOTE, VOTE THE WHOLE 2 HOURS, ON WEDNESDAY NIGHTS, ON FOX . HELP HIM IN THE FINALE AND TO WIN. HIS VOICE IS OF THE CHARTS !!!! I'M LOVING YOU JAMES.
BEVERLYJOYCE1 1 year ago 47
Heheh i shall call him Mr Blinkey , so cute
MeowMix12181984 1 year ago
A STAR IS BORN!!!!
luvchyld 1 year ago 3
Great footage!!! I love James Durbin's voice.. Thanx!
waldohurtz 1 year ago