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DAVID COOK’S SELF-TITLED ALBUM DEBUTS AT #3 ON THE BILLBOARD ALBUM CHARTS

DAVID COOK IS #1 ON THE DIGITAL ALBUM CHART WITH 58,713 UNITS- THE MOST EVER FOR A DEBUT ARTIST

DAVID COOK IS THE BEST DEBUT FROM AN IDOL WINNER SINCE 2006

FIRST SINGLE “LIGHT ON” HAS BEEN #1 ON THE AOL TOP 40 SONGS CHART FOR 6 WEEKS AND IS #1 ON THE CLEARCHANNEL ON DEMAND CHART

“LIGHT ON” IS THE #1 GAINER AT ADULT RADIO AND DEBUTED AS THE BREAKOUT TRACK ON THIS WEEK’S AMERICAN TOP 40 WITH RYAN SEACREST

IDOL SINGLE “THE TIME OF MY LIFE” HAS BEEN CERTIFIED PLATINUM WITH OVER 1 MILLION TRACKS SOLD

(New York – NY) – David Cook enters the Billboard charts at #3 with his self-titled debut album (19 Recordings / RCA Records) selling 279,578 units. The Rob Cavallo produced album is also the #1 album on the digital album chart and is the best debut from an American Idol winner since 2006.

“Light On”, the first single from the album, has been dominating the AOL Top 40 Songs chart at #1 for the past 6 weeks and is currently #1 on the ClearChannel On Demand Chart. It was also the #1 gainer at adult radio and debuted as the breakout track on this week’s American Top 40 with Ryan Seacrest. In late September “Light On” premiered on AOL Music’s pop culture news site, PopEater.com, receiving over 1 million plays in less than week.

The ClearChannel premiere of the Wayne Isham directed “Light On” video became their best performing video premiere ahead of Linkin’ Park, The Eagles and Ne-Yo.

American Idol single “The Time Of My Life” (which is featured as a bonus track on David Cook) has reached platinum status with over 1 million tracks sold.

Average: 5 (78 votes)

Comments for this News article

GREAT NEWS BUT NOT SURPRISED. YOU REMEMBER WHAT RANDY SAID TO YOU "THE KING OF NOKIA" THIS IS ONLY THE BEGINNING. PLEASE KEEP ROCKIN. AND WE GONNA KEEP BUYING THE ALBUM. WELL DONE. LONG LIVE THE KING. LOVE YAH, ~Jasmin

Fabulous album- no song on there that I dont adore! I agree- acoustic album, I'd buy like six Laughing out loud Well, probably not, but I would buy one for sure Smiling I love you! Good luck in 2009- this baby's platinum for sure.

IM LOVIN EVERY MINUTE OF SAYING SEE DIDN'T I TELL YOU DAVID COOK IS HEADED FOR STARDOM!!!! PLATITNUM..... IMAGINE?? IS IT SINKING IN YET??? YOU ARE MY LAST AMERICAN IDOL DAVID COOK...... YOU HAVE BEEN THE TIME OF MY LIFE!!!!! SO MANY MORE DREAMS TO UNFOLD FOR YOU... 4SURE!!!
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NyCArole

David, I enjoy your album each day. There are several songs that I really love.

You need to do a song or album as "acoustic David". Your version of Happy Christmas was just outstanding. Loved it, loved it. And of course, loved all the ones you did on American Idol.

I wish you continued success. You have such an incredible strong gifted voice. CONSIDER AN ACOUSTIC DAVID ALBUM!!!! IT WILL SELL LIKE HOTCAKES!!!!!!!

I just love your voice!!! I watched and voted for you on American Idol. I was glad that you won. Congrats on the album being such a success hope to see another album in the future.

Hi,

Thank you, David, for being who you are and that you put all your soul and heart to make the music you are making...
I'm very picky when it comes to music and it's not easy to make me crazy about something... you have done it! Thank you for that!!! Long time since something has caught me like that!
I liked your voice and way of singing the first time I saw you in Idols...'cause I'm from other side of world, then the Idols runs at the Tv now and you have not yet sing the Little sparrow. Good that the internet exists, so I have been able to track down everything there is to track down of your music. And I love it all of it. Good choices of songs in Idols and your own material, huhhh....
Wish you good luck and success! And I hope you don't loose that humbleness you've got. The world and the people on it can be cruel. I bet your music will make it better! Smiling

Forgive the mistakes I have made in my english, bottom line is, that you rock and take care!

Evely

OMG. David Cook--you have got to do a Christmas album! I love your version of Happy Christmas that you did recently. That was unbelievable. It's too bad you can't just put out this as a single right now. It would sell like hotcakes. I just love when you are "acoustic " David. Your voice is really unbelievable and that's when we can hear it with such clarity. It was a beautiful rendition. I am speechless.

I must say that I was nervous to listen to the new album....I had read a couple of not so flattering critics!

This morning (first thing) I loaded it in my laptop....Wow! So far my faves are Declaration, Bar-ba-sol and Permanent.

Permanent will be a huge hit, i'm sure of it! It made me cry first time I heard it on So You Think You Can Dance Canada this past wednesday. And the choregraphy was to die for too.

Here's the link if anybody wants to see it http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MXcguI2IEgw

The dancer's name is Nico Archambault and I'm proud to say he's from Quebec.

Anyways I hope your CD will be a great, great hit and I hope to see you in concert in Montreal Quebec!

Thanks for the beautiful music

You were destined for this...the words "Rock Idol" can be spelled from your full birth name...what more can I say!!!! Enjoy every bit of it...and stay just the way you are because we cannot ask for anything more!!!
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Candy : )

David- I just wanted you to know that I am so very happy that you have stayed true to what you said you would do for your CD. It is very awesome!! I knew you would do great things- you have a God given talent that few people have. I was one of those fanatical fans who stayed up voting until we couldn't vote anymore for you at the finale!! I developed carpal tunnel from all the redials! One of my friends called me the next morning after you were announced the winner and said she believed I did at least 6 million of the 12 million votes you won by! (probably true). I was bound and determined that you would win because you deserve it! This album rocks and I listen to it every day. My husband bought it for me the day it came out because he had to listen to me count the days down until it came out! He likes you, too, just doesn't get as excited as I do! Keep it up, Cookie, as I will be forever a fan. Stay true to yourself and what you believe in. Don't ever change. Your humbleness and gratitude you have shown for being where you are now is great to see in a world of stars who love themselves so much, they forget what real life is all about- Family, Love, Friends,God. God bless and hope you have a great holiday season!!

Stephanie

I am thrilled that your CD did great the first week of it's release! The CD is amazing and I wish you nothing but continued sucess. It's a solid CD that you can keep spinning and listening to. You are an amzing singer, song writer, and performer. Keep loving and living your dream! Us fans will follow you. You got a fan for life in me.

I just wanted to say thank you for writing and beautifully singing the song "light on." When I heard it for the first time, I just cried. It is exactly what I do. My Husband proudly serves in the United States Army, I keep my lights on regardless day or night, until he finds his way home back into my arms. I appreciate how you so unselfishly write songs that impactly so many lives greatly. Again thank you from the deepest of my heart and all other proud soldiers wife.

Proudly,
Courtney Ingalls PFC Jason Ingalls wife

hey am new on here and i love david he is awesome singer and i like his new cd so much!

Man, I knew from day one you were awesome. I can not stop listening to the new cd. It is awesome. I saw you on Ellen and you were great. You seem like such a sincere guy, I would love to meet you one day. Keep up the good work

The Band is totally awesome, too. I watch each and every one
of them give their all for the fans when you have a singing
performance. When do we get to meet them on this site?

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cookcougar

Your album is just that! Thank you so much for the gift you have given us. You have a beautiful soul.

- Bravo-

Remember -- we saw you first. We always knew you were one of the brightest stars, We should thank James Blunt for that song. It is so apropos to our situation and your huge success.

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You float like a feather, in a beautiful world.......

I just love your new album. I can't stop listening to it and I sing too!!! You make me very happy. I am so excited for you. You deserve all of it. Always be yourself never change. You will always be my favorite. I knew you would go to the top when I was voting for you every time on American Idol. Love ya!!!!!

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Kris

This is awesome news! Thanks to the Webnerds for letting us know.

Congratulations to David! The album is fantastic. I'm very happy for you, and not a bit surprised.

I'm lovin your CD. Every song is awesome. I love how heavy it is, especially Bar-ba-sol!! I hope that you take off down here in Sydney, Australia, would love for you to come down here for a visit. All the best for your future success, its so nice for an idol winner to be a true musician. Happy Holidays.

I can never tell you enough or possibly put into words how fantastic this cd is. I am blown away by it and you!! Every song, every lyric and every note have that something special that is you David, and I am truly sooo happy and genuinely so proud of you and everything you have accomplised so far!!! Congratulations to you and best wishes on your continued success!!! Take of yourself Mister, I mean it!!! ~Andrea Eye-wink

that girl is a joke, she doesn't deserve #1 spot,

hopefully this success will only continue.
but of course it would wen songs like declaration, permanent, breathe tonight
still need to sweep the charts.
god bless, album is amazing,

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12 million votes. enough said.

wow

when I first heard the album I knew it would do well
a big well done hope there is much more to come
can't wait for the future to happen
all the best and all the luck in the world
will be here support even though I'm far away

You must be so happy-----I knew you were a superstar from the start. So happy to be taking this ride with you. So proud to be a fan. This is only the beginning for you. Can't stop listening to your cd---just love it. Can't wait for your tour. Right now sit back and enjoy your family,. We'll be seeing you soon.

Congratulations David!!
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**Marium**


<3 the expression, priceless.
I heart David!

It's eclectic, cohesive, brilliant, and all you, as promised. The songs are on constant repeat in my brain. Congratulations, on orchestrating such a beautiful piece of art, and for the terrific initial response to it from the buying public! You deserve every bit of success that has, and will come your way, through your music, your integrity, and your heart. Please, don't lose any of yourself in this process.

Congrats, David! You deserve all of the success that comes your way! Your album is the best! It really has been playing 24/7 on my iPod since it was released!

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WN #738 *** Almost As Much Word Nerd

wow! i knew you could do it cookie!!!! i can't wait to see this album become even more successful!! love ya! Smiling
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Don't worry David! I'll sing your song at the top of my lungs!!!

Congratulations David! We knew you COULD do it and that you WOULD do it!!! We are all so proud of you. :)Pam

It's all so very much deserved! Congratulations and Happy Thanksgiving.

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Diana, WN #1420
(the fan previously known as davidcookaddict7)

This should come so no surprise - the CD is fantastic. It is the best and most professional CD I have ever witnessed from a debut album - certainly from an Idol. David Cook is a true pro - through and through. I am still amazed at what a great job he did with the artwork direction on the cover and inside. We knew the music would be fantastic. Bit the art? WOW!

Permanent is one of the most hauntingly beautiful songs I have ever heard. I can easily hear it covered by many - from Bette Midler to Eddie Vedder. It is so good. I also will be surprised if David isn't asked for permission for this piece to be used for a movie.

Congratulations!!!!! Great job!!!!!!!! Thanks so much!!!!

Im so Happy for You!!!

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Juliann

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David, I'm absolutely thrilled for you and your band's sucess and am so happy to have boarded the "David Cook Express" early on, back in January. Every step of your journey from the begining until the present has been a treasured moment for me, and leaves me bursting with pride to be one of your devoted fans. You more than deserve all of the accolades. Thanksgiving blessings to you, your family, band and other associates.
"In everyone's life, at some time, our inner fire goes out. It is then burst into flames by an encounter with another human being. We should all be thankful for those people who rekindle our inner spirit." David Cook is on the top of my list of those people. Thank you for being you.

After thought....... David Cook Express might not be a bad name for your band.
Linda/Ft. Lauderdale

YAY! I'm so happy and proud to be a David Cook fan.

David, you deserve every bit of success that comes your way. Embrace it, savour it, and above all ...... have fun with it! Your devoted fans will be here to support you and share in your journey every step of the way. This is just the beginning!

*does a little happy dance*

im so happy for you and proud of you :')
you deserve every bit of this, and its only the beginning<33
congratulations, and happy thanksgiving.
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<3 Amanda

Good Going! We knew you were good! Very impressive and exciting news and to do this in this economy next to NB & Beyonce is STELLAR! YAY! luv , Patti

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DC siggy

I'm going to enjoy watching David's record climb the charts and stay up top for a WHILE. Smiling CONGRATS David!!! I'm passing out the cd for Christmas gifts this year. Just doin' my part. Eye-wink
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Word Nerd #2609

It is so nice to see the great stats on your record! Bravo! And btw, I love this album, it is so dam good!!!!

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♥ღ L♥SA ღ♥

Yes, we are also thankful to have a AMAZING musician, songwriter, singer and MAN to rise to the top of the charts. We will get to cheer David on as he achieves musical greatness. What a ride !!!!!

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evergreencougar