'American Idol' contestant Lee DeWyze is voice behind River Forest baby food company
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Wednesday, April 07, 2010
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Two years ago, Denise Henderson found herself an unlikely entrepreneur. The organic baby "superfoods" she had been whipping up in her own kitchen for her son, who has dairy and soy allergies, were suddenly hitting the shelves of north suburban grocery stores.
And the self-described superfood "junkie" had so much she wanted to tell parents about her product.
"So obviously, recording a CD was the next logical step," says the River Forest mom with a laugh.
Henderson's husband, Jeff, a musician, had played some shows with a 22-year-old singer-songwriter from Mt. Prospect named Lee DeWyze. He made a phone call, booked some studio time, and popped out a five-track CD.
Two years later, Square One Organic baby food is being sold in Jewel-Osco stores, and DeWyze is one of eight remaining finalists on "American Idol." DeWyze has wowed the judges with his performances, and remains a front-runner as the competition enters the home stretch.
And if his performance of "Vitamin A" (click below to listen) is any indication, this midwestern rocket has superstar written all over him.
The entire Square One Organics CD is available for purchase on iTunes.
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My American IdolBy jen on Friday, October 21, 2011 He is just a true American Idol for me, nothing about crush or anything, couldn't be a cougar, my son would disown me, it's just something about his humility, perseverance and a down to earth person. |
"TRUE AMERICAN IDOL" - LEE DEWYZEBy nola jordan on Friday, October 21, 2011 LEE DEWYZE is a truly gifted/talented artist!!! With his originality, unique sounding voice, personality (with all that humility), his good gooks (margnetic eyes and smile), song choices/versions, he will just sing any song that anybody wants to hear and turn it into his own music and bring joy/happiness/memories to everybody!!! What more can anybody ask for? I can see LEE being a legend in the music industry!!! God Bless U LEE DEWYZE!!! More Power To U!!! |
GoofyBy Imee on Friday, October 21, 2011 This song is so goofy, but I kinda like it. Considering it was part of the Square One Organic album, it's actually pretty good, 'cuz if I were still a kid learning about my vegetables I'd probably be singing this all day. lol. There's no denying that this guy has talent. I really think he's gonna make it to the final 2 of Idol, and ultimately win =) PS: Nancy, actually you can. I'm from the Philippines too and I have a US iTunes account, and I've purchased a couple of stuff only found there (not this one yet, but I just might). You could create a US account and just get someone to gift it for you I guess =) |
Cute & amazingBy Nancy Peralta on Friday, October 21, 2011 I love Lee from the very beginning of this year's American Idol cos I totally believes in his talent. Finding this site & listening to the song about Vitamin A w/ his vocal truly proves that he really has an incredible voice. I'm pretty much sure that everyone who hears it will be totally convinced :)) It's really a nice & cute song. I'm addicted to it, in fact. Wish I could buy it on Itunes but I can't cos I'm from the Philippines :(( |
beats meBy Liz on Friday, October 21, 2011 No idea. But it wasn't! |
ummmmm....By ric on Friday, October 21, 2011 Why does it say on iTunes that this was released in 1993? |
Area Sales ManagerBy Karen Skinner on Friday, October 21, 2011 I watch Idol every week just to follow this guy! I loved discovering this connection. Thanks! |
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By Betty Weathers on Friday, October 21, 2011
I am LONG past baby food days but Lee has impressed me greatly with his talent and modesty. I am just praying that he will sing Hallelujah and A Simple Man at the concert. Hallelujah should be his first major release. I've never heard it sung as well as he did.