American Idol winner Philip Phillips performs at Fresh 100. (Credit: WJBK | myFOXDetroit.com)
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. (WJBK) -
American Idol Season 11 winner Philip Phillips is in town performing in the American Idol Live 2012 Tour. It kicks off Friday night at the Joe Louis Arena in Detroit. This is Phillips first time visiting the Motor City. Friday morning, Jay Towers had the opportunity to ask him some questions at the Fresh 100 studios in Farmington Hills.
What it's like to go from his old life to this new life after Idol?
"It's definitely different now. Everywhere I go people know me, and I don't mind. It's fun meeting new people and fans and whatnot, and I enjoy it. I'm still trying to get used to it, though."
The rocker from Leesburg, Georgia, who should have an album out later this year, also explained why he likes Detroit's own Eminem.
"His lyrics are just amazing. He's an insane rapper and just an artist and there's no one like him, in my opinion, and I love trying to figure out the meaning of some of his songs," said Phillips. "I really respect him ... for saying what he wants to and not really caring."
So, is he connecting with some of his old Idol friends for the first time really since winning?
"They've been really good to me. They haven't left me out in the rain or anything, so it's been fun having good times with them and talking and just catching up."
Saturday, May 18 2013 8:48 AM EDT2013-05-18 12:48:14 GMT
You can meet Micky Dolenz at the Motor City Comic Con happening at the Suburban Collection Showplace May 17, May 18 and May 19. Click here to learn more about the show. Click here to see what the Monkees
Margot Kidder is at the 24th annual Motor City Comic Con.
Friday, May 10 2013 9:47 PM EDT2013-05-11 01:47:17 GMT
Mother's Day is coming up on Sunday. What is something quick and delicious that you can cook for mom? Jay Towers went to Joe's Produce in Livonia and asked Chef Reba.
Mother's Day is coming up on Sunday. What is something quick and delicious that you can cook for mom? Jay Towers went to Joe's Produce in Livonia and asked Chef Reba.
Friday, May 10 2013 7:07 AM EDT2013-05-10 11:07:35 GMT
A company in Plymouth, Mi makes cold-pressed raw organic vegetable juice. Jay Towers takes us inside DROUGHT to see how it's done and what makes this juice different.
A company in Plymouth, Mi makes cold-pressed raw organic vegetable juice. Jay Towers takes us inside DROUGHT to see how it's done and what makes this juice different.
Friday, May 3 2013 6:48 PM EDT2013-05-03 22:48:52 GMT
From jewelry, handbags and fashion to makeup tips, classes and more, it is all happening this weekend at the Michigan International Women's Show in Novi.
From jewelry, handbags and fashion to makeup tips, classes and more, it is all happening this weekend at the Michigan International Women's Show in Novi.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 8:17 PM EDT2013-05-22 00:17:22 GMT
We are learning more about the past of the man currently in police custody in connection with the murder of 35-year-old Sabrina Gianino.
We are learning more about the past of the man currently in police custody in connection with the murder of 35-year-old Sabrina Gianino. 42-year-old Myron Williams is on probation in Michigan for a drug paraphernalia charge. He also has quite a past in Louisiana.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:43 PM EDT2013-05-21 19:43:35 GMT
Brian Woehlke and his family
All funds collected will be donated to the Westland Fire Fighters Charity's fund for the family of fallen firefighter Brian Woehlke, who passed away while battling a Westland fire on May 8.
All funds collected will be donated to the Westland Fire Fighters Charity's fund for the family of fallen firefighter Brian Woehlke, who passed away while battling a Westland fire on May 8.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 2:28 AM EDT2013-05-22 06:28:15 GMT
More than 2,000 people were in attendance to hear Donald Trump speak at Oakland County's Lincoln Day Dinner. Before the event, he told reporters he believes Detroit is "on the right path."
More than 2,000 people were in attendance to hear Donald Trump speak at Oakland County's Lincoln Day Dinner. Before the event, he told reporters he believes Detroit is "on the right path."
Wednesday, May 22 2013 2:17 AM EDT2013-05-22 06:17:02 GMT
Find out how you can help the victims of Monday's deadly tornado that ripped through the Oklahoma City suburbs, killing two dozen and flattening neighborhoods, schools and businesses.
Find out how you can help the victims of Monday's deadly tornado that ripped through the Oklahoma City suburbs, killing two dozen and flattening neighborhoods, schools and businesses.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:02 AM EDT2013-05-22 04:02:09 GMT
Detroit police believe a man in a surveillance photo is responsible for a kidnapping, carjacking, sexual assault and armed robbery on the city's east side.
Detroit police believe a man in a surveillance photo is responsible for a kidnapping, carjacking, sexual assault and armed robbery on the city's east side.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:59 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:59:19 GMT
Some Detroiters say their neighbor is hoarding dogs. She has been accused of doing it before. In 2011, 25 dogs were removed from her home, but we're told a case was never brought.
Some Detroiters say their neighbor is hoarding dogs. She has been accused of doing it before. In 2011, 25 dogs were removed from her home, but we're told a case was never brought.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:14 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:14:08 GMT
Innuendo, sexual advances and an overnight stay in Lansing -- a politician's former aide claims he had to endure a nightmare on the job. Now a sexual harassment lawsuit has been filed against Rep. Brian Banks.
Innuendo, sexual advances and an overnight stay in Lansing -- a politician's former aide claims he had to endure a nightmare on the job. Now a sexual harassment lawsuit has been filed against Rep. Brian Banks.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 8:22 PM EDT2013-05-22 00:22:30 GMT
An expansive plan to merge two southeastern Michigan health systems into a single, $6.4 billion nonprofit organization with 10 hospitals has fizzled out.
An expansive plan to merge two southeastern Michigan health systems into a single, $6.4 billion nonprofit organization with 10 hospitals has fizzled out.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:46 PM EDT2013-05-21 23:46:25 GMT
Judge Wade McCree took the witness stand on Tuesday. The embattled judge had a lot to say about his affair with a woman who stood in his courtroom. His wife had something to say about it, too.
Judge Wade McCree took the witness stand on Tuesday. The embattled judge had a lot to say about his affair with a woman who stood in his courtroom. His wife had something to say about it, too.
American Idol winner Philip Phillips performs at Fresh 100. (Credit: WJBK | myFOXDetroit.com)
