Kelly still the Idol, though
January 18th, 2006 -- by Augie De Blieck Jr.
BREITBART.COM - Clarkson Won’t Let ‘Idol’ Use Her Songs
Singer Kelly Clarkson, who vaulted to fame as the first “American Idol” winner in 2002, is not letting any of her songs be used by new contestants on the show.
A spokesman for Clarkson insisted it’s nothing personal, but the stance prompted a public scolding from “American Idol” judge Simon Cowell.

January 19th, 2006 at 10:13 am
She has changed her mind. She will now allow them to use her music.