TICKETS! A Clay Aiken 2010 Tour has been announced. Clay Aiken’s 2010 Tour with Ruben Studdard was unveiled tonight.

What are Clay’s tour dates? What are Clay’s concert locations? For Clay Aiken fans on the west coast, the news has yet to air. But moments ago, on Wednesday’s broadcast of American Idol, the exciting news was given to east coast viewers.

Yes, Clay and Ruben are touring together. Amazing!

So the question remains – which city do you want Clay to visit (besides LALATE’s Los Angeles and St Louis, of course)? Post your suggestions below what cities the Clay and Ruben tour should head to.

Hopefully dates will continue through the Holiday season. Aiken last toured for his fourth annual Christmas tour, “Christmas in the Heartland” in 2007. That tour ran for 21 dates.

For continuing Clay news on LALATE click here: http://news.lalate.com/category/clay-aiken.

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VIDEO! Watch YouTube video of Clay Aiken’s new performance during the David Foster concert. Clay Aiken’s Unchained Melody during David Foster’s San Jose Friday is going viral today.

Foster is celebrating 35 years in the business. Foster’s tour has a changing lineup.

Foster first performed on tour in the 1970s group Skylark. Top songs for Foster have included The Power of Love (Celine Dion), Because you Loved Me (Dion), All By Myself (Dion), Unforgettable (Natalie Cole), and two of LALATE’s favorite songs of all time – Hard to Say Im Sorry (Chicago) and the theme song from St Elmo’s Fire (John Parr).

CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO

In August, as profiled on LALATE at the time, Aiken joined Decca Records:

“Clay Aiken signs record deal with Universal Music’s Decca Records. Expect new music in the first half of 2010! Keep checking back here for more details to come”.

Decca has several divisions. In recent years, Decca dominated in classical and Broadway Scores. But in recent years Decca moved into pop. Currently Universal operates Decca Label Group for US acts, London-based Decca Music Group for talents like Andrea Bocelli and Hayley Westenra, and the Decca Nashville label for Dolly Parton, Lee Ann Womack, and Patsy Cline.

Aiken joins Decca also alongside Boyz II Men, Morrissey, and Donny Osmond.

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Clay Aiken’s National Inclusion Project is wrapping it up this holiday! Clay Aiken’s group will be gift wrapping your holiday gifts at malls this winter. Over 1200 volunteers will hit U.S. malls this Holiday season to wrap your gifts.

The National Inclusion Project co-founded by Clay Aiken recently announced their 6th annual holiday gift-wrapping awareness campaign and fundraiser, Wrapping for Inclusion. The campaign will take place in shopping malls and stores across the country throughout the 2009 Holiday season.

Volunteers will wrap gifts in exchange for donations to the National Inclusion Project. Individuals of all abilities are encouraged to participate.

Said Diane Bubel, co-founder of the organization:

“We are looking for volunteer wrappers throughout the holiday season to share their voice about the possibilities of inclusion. Schools and youth groups can make this an inclusive community service project by putting together teams of children with and without disabilities.

“Wrapping for Inclusion gives volunteers across the country the opportunity to share the vision of the National Inclusion Project. By working together, we are creating a world that celebrates children for their abilities. We appreciate the time and dedication of all our Wrapping for Inclusion volunteers as well as all those holiday shoppers who will donate to the National Inclusion Project.”

To volunteer email Aron Hall at aronhall@inclusionproject.org or download the “Wrapping For Inclusion” manual at www.InclusionProject.org.

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Clay Aiken’s Foundation has a new name – the National Inclusion Project. Clay Aiken’s National Inclusion Projet (inclusionproject.org) replaces the former name Bubel / Aiken Foundation.

Explains the Foundation:

The National Inclusion Project grew out of the relationship between Clay Aiken and Diane Bubel and Diane’s then 13-year-old son, Mike who had been diagnosed with autism. The bond between them grew strong as they shared a vision of a world where children like Mike could be fully immersed in society. They had both witnessed children with disabilities repeatedly turned away from activities opened to typical children.

Aiken describes the future and anticipated growth of the Project:

“We are excited to launch the National Inclusion Project. From our inception, we have impacted the lives of children and families across the nation. Our new name will better suit our position as a national leader on inclusion as we continue to grow”.

In the last 6 years, the Project has enabled opportunities for 200,000 kids:

The Project is poised to continue to make an impact with thousands of children nationwide as well as raise the national consciousness about the need for and benefits of inclusion. In six years, the Project has worked with hundreds of programs, trained numerous staff members and leaders, and provided inclusive opportunities for over 20,000 children.

The National Inclusion Project is moving forward hand-in-hand with supporters, families, program providers, and other advocates to see the vision of full inclusion nationwide become a reality.

The National Inclusion Project serves to bridge the gap that exists between young people with special needs and the world around them. By providing services and financial assistance, the Project supports communities and programs in creating awareness and opportunities for full inclusion where barriers break and doors open. It is their goal to create an environment for children where inclusion is embraced. To learn more about National Inclusion Project or ways to get involved visit their website at

Online: www.inclusionproject.org

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Clay Aiken has a new label – Universal Music’s Decca Records! Clay Aiken’s Decca Records will produce a 2010 album early next year.

Aiken made the exciting announcement today on his website:

“Clay Aiken signs record deal with Universal Music’s Decca Records. Expect new music in the first half of 2010! Keep checking back here for more details to come”.

Decca has several divisions. In recent years, Decca dominated in classical and Broadway Scores. But in recent years Decca moved into pop. Currently Universal operates Decca Label Group for US acts, London-based Decca Music Group for talents like Andrea Bocelli and Hayley Westenra, and the Decca Nashville label for Dolly Parton, Lee Ann Womack, and Patsy Cline.

Aiken joins Decca also alongside Boyz II Men, Morrissey, and Donny Osmond.

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