IDOL'S VOCAL COACH

When Simon, Randy or Paula tells a contestant on American Idol that they've really come a long way or that they're the most improved singer on the show, a lot of the credit has to go to Debra Byrd.  She's the vocal coach for all of the contestants on both American Idol and Canadian Idol - she called in this morning with news on David Cook, who was rushed to hosptial after the show last night.  She said he's doing fine and that the doctors put him on meds to help with his heart issues.  "Byrd" (as she likes to be called) also said Canadian Idol season 3 winner Melissa O'Neil was the queen of bad song choices!  For the entire interview, check  the Nat & Drew On Demand section.

Byrd's got a new DVD called Vocal Help Now with all the same tips she gives the contestants on the Idol shows.  I'm sure Nat's going to order it just to help her improve her scores on Rockband.