American Idol's George Huff and Ruben Studdard release Christian projects.

ONE OF the finalists in the American TV talent search American Idol, George Huff, has signed with Word/Curb/Warner Bros. His label debut will be a Christmas EP released in the States in November. A 22 year old chef from New Orleans, Huff has been on the 50-city American Idols Live tour and plans to enter the studio to work on his debut when the tour wraps.

In related news, American Idol winner Ruben Studdard has recorded an inspirational album, to be released in the US in November by J Records. The lead single, "I Need An Angel", was written and produced by R Kelly. Also serving as producers on the project were Eric Dawkins and Warryn Campbell. CR

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