Filed under: Features Today, season 7 runner-up David Archuleta paid a special, jam-packed visit to the SomethingPitchy studio to promote his new memoir, ‘Chords of Strength.’ Among the many topics discussed in this 43-minute-plus interview: The inspiration behind writing a book, details on his upcoming CD, his thoughts on ‘American Idol’ season 9 and a look back at some of his most memorable tweets. When will his next CD hit shelves? And will he go on tour after it’s released?

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SomethingPitchy Broadcast Exclusive: Interview With ‘Idol’ Alum David Archuleta

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