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More performers for the 2012 Teen Choice Awards have been announced and Fox has confirmed that pop singer Justin Bieber is set to take the stage during the upcoming July 22 event!

Bieber will join other stars including “Call Me Maybe” singer Carly Rae Jepsen, Flo Rida , No Doubt, and “Jersey Shore” star DJ Pauly D who is the DJ for the night. July 22 is also Justin’s girlfriend Selena Gomez’s 20th birthday. She has confirmed her attendance at the event so maybe he will have a surprise for her. I guess we will have to wait and see!

Aside from his performance, Justin Bieber has earned multiple nominations for this year’s Teen Choice Awards in various music categories including Choice Summer Song and Choice Male Summer Music Star.

Make sure to watch the awards which are scheduled to air live on FOX on July 22 from 8:00-10:00 P.M!

Fox has released the new promo for Season 4 of Glee only two weeks after the end of Season 3!

The promo gives us an inside look into what the possibilites are for the highschool graduates next fall. Although all the clips are from the previous season, the promo addresses many of the unanswered questions that viewers were left with after the ambiguous Season 3 finale. What will Kurt, played by actor Chris Colfer, do now that he has been rejected from NYDYA?  Where will Will Schuester (Matthew Morrision) and Emma Pillsbury‘s(Jayma Mays) wedding take place? Where will the New Directions star Rachel Berry(Lea Michele) go next?

Watch on Fox on Thursdays (note the change of day) this fall!

What are you most excited for in Season 4?

16-year-old Jessica Sanchez battled it out against Southern crooner Phillip Phillips last night — for the title of Season 11 “American Idol!”

On last night’s episode, each of them sang three songs each: Simon Fuller’s choice, favorite song of the season, and their winner’s song.

In case you missed it, Jessica‘s performances are below, and Phillip’s — after the jump! Who do YOU think is going to take home the win?

Jessica Sanchez - I Have Nothing:

Jessica Sanchez - The Prayer:

Jessica Sanchez - Change Nothing:

Keep reading, to check out Phillip Phillips’ performances!

American Idol Season 11 Top 8

If you haven’t been watching “American Idol” this season, you’re missing out!

The competition is stiffer than ever with so many “full package” artists all on one stage, this according to judges Jennifer Lopez, Steven Tyler, and Randy Jackson.

MJ agrees wholeheartedly!

On Wednesday night’s performance episode, the contestants were coached by No Doubt‘s Gwen Stefani and Tony Canali, in addition to music mogul Jimmy Iovine. There are strong girls and strong guys — but someone’s gotta R8TE the Top 8! So here’s MJ‘s rundown:

1. Jessica Sanchez – She effortlessly nailed her performance of Whitney Houston’s “How Will I Know.” The judges loved it, giving her yet another standing ovation! She is the absolute full package and is ready for stardom… MJ has been calling it for years right here on MicahJesse.com! (Watch the video of me and Jessica meeting in LA in 2008!)

2. Joshua Ledet – He brought power and a whole lot of soul to his performance tonight, singing, “If You Don’t Know Me By Now” by Simply Red. Tonight was a real dealbreaker for him. He is in this competition for the long haul. Even J.Lo said it — Joshua and Jessica could be the Top 2!

3. Phillip Phillips – I’m usually really impressed by Phillip but tonight was just “OK” for me. He performed “That’s All” by Genesis — with his brother on stage on the guitar. That was the most adorable thing!

4. DeAndrea Brackensick – Thankfully for onight was a shining night for DeAndre! He sang “I Like It” by DeBarge, which was a great choice for him, because it really allowed him to be playful with both the vocals and his movements. DeAndre shined tonight!

5. Skylar Laine – I was nervous for Skylar to sing “Wind Beneath My Wings,” made popular by Bette Midler
, because that is a tough song to sing — and lots to live up to. Skylar really nailed it and especially brought it home in the end with a very powerful ending. I think Skylar is definitely safe from the bottom three.

6. Colton Dixon – Singing Cyndi Lauper’s “Time After Time” was a great choice for Colton tonight, especially with how he turned a usually female song into a beautifully masculine rendition. I think what Colton lacks is memorability, and that is so essential on this show.

7. Hollie Cavanagh – Holly has an incredible voice, but she just couldn’t catch a break tonight singing “Flashdance…What a Feeling,” the great theme song by Irene Cara
. She had plenty of pitchy moments but the overall consensus was that she was stiff. The judges suggested that she not listen to criticism from the mentors so much so that it affects her performance. Hollie really needs to let go a little if she wants to stay in the competition.

8. Elise Testone – She’s got a powerful voice so I don’t think anyone questioned it when it was announced Elise would be singing “I Want To Know What Love Is,” by Foreigner. However, her performance tonight fell short of everyone’s expectations (especially after an amazing week last week), with lots of pitchy vocals. I think she is 100% going to be in the bottom 3 tomorrow. But will she get sent home? If so, I’m going to assume the judges will use a save on her. Let’s wait and see!

Photo Credit: FOX via Rickey.org

American Idol is getting GOOD again y’all!!

If you haven’t been tuning in, you’re really missing out. We’ve been on the edge of our seat every Wednesday and Thursday since the competition got down to the Top 12, to watch all the performances and anxiously wait to see who America sends home. The competition is stiffer than ever this year with so many incredible voices, but MJ is going to start posting the top performances — in cased you missed it!

On Wednesday night’s performance night the legendary Stevie Nicks was on hand to give her musical advice to the Top 9 contestants… and thankfully many of the contestants took it!

Here’s Micah Jesse’s Top 5 Performance Picks of the Night – Top 9!

#1. Jessica Sanchez – “Sweet Dreams”

#2. Phillip Phillips – “Still Rainin”

#3 Joshua Ledet – “Without You”

#4 Elise Testone – “Whole Lotta Love”

#5 Deandre Brackensick – “Sometimes I Cry” 

PHOTO: Jessica Sanchez singing "Turn The Beat Around" on American Idol

The theme of Wednesday night’s “American Idol” show was songs from the year the contestant’s were born…

If you read Micah Jesse regularly — you’re no stranger to 16-year-old San Diego native Jessica Sanchez – who sang Gloria Estefan‘s “Turn The Beat Around” on last night’s show.

Although the judges didn’t give her a standing ovation like they did the last two weeks, they still said it was a good performance…and they LOVED her FANCY PANTS! (Which happens to be one of this season’s hottest trends!)

While it may not have been Jessica’s “strongest” performance, according to judges Randy Jackson, Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler, it’s clear Jessica is still a fan favorite and some are saying she is the clear winner of the competition, and it’s only the Top 12!

Tune into “American Idol” tonight to see if Jessica makes it to the next round!

Watch Jessica Sanchez sing “Turn The Beat Around” on last night’s “American Idol!” below:

Jessica Sanchez and Micah Jesse out to dinner in Los Angeles

America…who’s next — on American Idol season 11?

With her riveting performance of Jennifer Hudson‘s “I Love You I Do,” on last night’s allgirl show, its clear Jessica Sanchez is in it to win it!

Micah Jesse has been writing about Jessica Sanchez for years, saying that “Jay” is going to be a huge star — but let’s see what the judges had to say of her performance:

Randy Jackson: That girl can really sing. One of the best of the last 2 nights.

Jennifer Lopez: The whole things is beyond your years.

Steven Tyler: You’ve got exceptional timing. Your voice is perfect. They need to pay you the next time you sing the National Anthem for the Chargers.

…and there you have it! MJ called it!

Watch Jessica Sanchez perform Jennifer Hudson‘s “I Love You I Do” below:

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