RCA Records announced today that they signed American Idol David Cook. They added that Cook’s debut label released album will be out this fall after he finishes the American Idol tour!
So how popular is Season 7’s American Idol since being crowned just a week ago?
“The Time Of My Life†has sold 236,024 digital tracks in 4 days, making it the best single debut of an American Idol since season two. Additionally, Cook currently has 17 tracks on the Top 100 Digital Songs Chart, the most ever by any artist.
“The Time Of My Life†is blowing up at radio, coming in as the #1 most added at Hot AC and AC radio right out of the box and #2 most added at Top 40 radio, pulling in over 6 million listeners in less than a week without an official launch. Additionally, it was the biggest single premiere on AOL’s PopEater site this year, garnering over 1 million streams in 24 hours.
“I am extremely happy to be signed by 19 Recordings / RCA Records. Signing this deal is truly a dream come true. I am looking forward to the recording process and creating a record. The support I have received from America has been overwhelming and I can’t wait to hopefully do right by them,†says David Cook.
Way to go David Cook! I never doubted he was going to do well!!!
