Ben Wilder

American Idol Faves From Last Night – Country Music, Gospel, and Rock

Hello there and thanks for dropping by to check out my take on the final episode of American Idol’s audition rounds before Hollywood week. I won’t really do a recap here because the entire episode is available online and it’s worth watching, especially so you can listen to the best three performances of the entireContinue reading “American Idol Faves From Last Night – Country Music, Gospel, and Rock”

American Idol Will Carter “Dreams” – Song Lyrics

I’m afraid to chase my dreamsand I don’t know why It might sound kind of stupidBut I’m trapped inside my mind And I’m scared I won’t find the meaning to this lifeNo, I, I don’t want to wake up in 20 years hating my life I, I know time is precious with every second thatContinue reading “American Idol Will Carter “Dreams” – Song Lyrics”

Benson Boone in new Cadillac Commercial

Singer/songwriter Benson Boone has shot to fame since his first big hit (More about “Beautiful Things” here) and I guess it’s a good sign you’ve made it when you’re an opening act for Taylor Swift. Or one of your songs is used as the soundtrack of a Cadillac commercial. Show Me The Money. From whatContinue reading “Benson Boone in new Cadillac Commercial”

Starbucks Commercial with a Song From Nearly 100 Years Ago

Starbucks is inviting all of us to take off our coats and stay awhile. But not that person who goes there just for the internet and doesn’t order a drink or a muffin! You know who you are. If you want the internet, just stay (awhile) in the parking long you goofball! OK, I’ve doneContinue reading “Starbucks Commercial with a Song From Nearly 100 Years Ago”

The NCAA Says Don’t Be A Meanie In March Madness Gambling Commercial

This is the second year that the NCAA has used their “Draw the Line” campaign during March Madness– the exciting finals tournament for men’s and women’s college basketball. It’s a direct message to all the losers out there (literally, people who lost bets related to college sports)… the NCAA wants you to stop being suchContinue reading “The NCAA Says Don’t Be A Meanie In March Madness Gambling Commercial”