"Easy A," a teen romantic comedy released by Sony Pictures on September 17, 2010, features Emma Stone as Olive and is directed by Will Gluck. Meanwhile, "Wake Up!" is a collaborative album from John Legend and The Roots, released on September 21, 2010, showcasing 12 tracks, including notable features.
Mount Prospect, Illinois native Lee DeWyze wins ‘American Idol’ Season 9
Leon James "Lee" DeWyze Jr., born in 1986 in Mount Prospect, Illinois, is the winner of the ninth season of "American Idol," which aired in 2010. He faced expulsion from high school due to fights and has a supportive family. Crystal Bowersox was the runner-up, having a rich musical background and personal challenges.
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Kevin Smith’s ‘Cop Out’ film, Jason Derulo’s debut studio album released
Jason Derulo, born in Miramar, Florida, released his debut album on February 26, 2010, featuring ten songs. The same day, the buddy cop film "Cop Out," starring Bruce Willis and Tracy Morgan, premiered in theaters. The film was directed by Kevin Smith and written by the Cullen brothers.
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‘Jay R Sings OPM Love Classics’ album, Adam Green’s film ‘Frozen’ released
Universal Records Philippines released Jay R's fifth studio album, "Jay R Sings OPM Love Classics," on February 5, 2010, featuring one English and 13 Filipino songs. Meanwhile, Adam Green’s psychological horror film "Frozen" premiered on the same day, highlighting characters stranded on a ski lift. The film debuted at Sundance 2010.
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Gloc-9’s album ‘Matrikula’, Olivia M. Lamasan’s film ‘In My Life’ released
"Matrikula," Gloc-9's fourth studio album, was released on September 13, 2009, by Musiko Records and Sony Music Philippines. The album features 16 tracks, including collaborations with various artists. Meanwhile, the drama film "In My Life," starring Luis Manzano and directed by Olivia M. Lamasan, premiered in theaters on September 16, 2009.
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David Twohy’s film ‘A Perfect Getaway’, Martin Nievera, Gary Valenciano’s album ‘As 1’ released
"A Perfect Getaway," a thriller film directed by David Twohy, premiered on August 7, 2009, featuring newlyweds Cliff and Cydney Anderson, played by Steve Zahn and Milla Jovovich. Set in Hawaii, the couple encounters another pair amidst reports of a double homicide. Separately, the collaborative album "As 1" by Martin Nievera and Gary Valenciano was released on August 29, 2009.
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Jacksonville, Arkansas native Kris Allen wins ‘American Idol’ Season 8
Kris Allen, born in Jacksonville, Arkansas, won "American Idol" Season 8 on May 20, 2009, at age 23, with Adam Lambert as the runner-up. Other finalists included Danny Gokey, Allison Iraheta, and Matt Giraud. Allen, a musician who plays multiple instruments, pursued music after leaving college.
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Ross Katz’s ‘Taking Chance’ film, Karylle’s album ‘Time for Letting Go’ released
"Taking Chance," a historical drama directed by Ross Katz, aired on HBO on February 21, 2009, following U.S. Marine Colonel Michael Strobl's journey transporting Marine Chance Phelps' remains. Meanwhile, Karylle released her third studio album, "Time for Letting Go," on February 23, 2009, featuring 11 tracks, including collaborations with her mother.
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Julie Davis’s film ‘Finding Bliss’, Bruce Springsteen’s album ‘Working on a Dream’ released
"Finding Bliss," a romantic comedy directed by Julie Davis, premiered at the 2009 Slamdance Film Festival, featuring Leelee Sobieski as Jody Balaban, a film school graduate. Bruce Springsteen's "Working on a Dream," his 16th studio album, was released shortly after, showcasing a collection of 13 tracks recorded across various studios.
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Beyoncé’s album ‘I Am… Sasha Fierce’, Darnell Martin’s film ‘Cadillac Records’ released
"I Am... Sasha Fierce," Beyoncé's third studio album, was released on November 12, 2008, featuring 15 tracks recorded between 2007 and 2008. Concurrently, "Cadillac Records," a biographical film showcasing her performance as Etta James, premiered on December 5, 2008. The film includes a notable cast led by Adrien Brody.
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