Logo Pictures by Eric S.

1st Logo
(2002-2005)

Nickname: "The Spinning 19", ''19: 2002''

Logo: On a background with neon lights, we see a red circle, outlined with silver, with the number "19" on it. The "19" spins throughout, then "ENTERTAINMENT" flies under "19" and "19" gives it a shine.

FX: The animation in the logo.

Music/Sounds: A hypnotic synth tune.

Availability: Seen on American Idol from 2002-2005.

Scare Factor: Low; the music and animation may make you dizzy, but it's mostly annoying.

2nd Logo
(2005-2009)

Nickname: "The Shining 19", "19: 2005"

Logo: On a gradient teal blue background with squares moving, we see the circle with "19" on it as seen in Logo 1, which shines throughout. Under it is the byline "A CKX Company" (with the "X" in white and drawn with thick, long paint strokes).

FX: The background, the "19" circle shining.

Music/Sounds: Same as 1st logo.

Availability: Seen on American Idol from 2005-present, as well as So You Think You Can Dance.

Scare Factor: Minimal; the animation is tamer, so it's less hypnotic.