As he prepares to release his initial album, Jon Peter Lewis is set for a whirlwhind publicity tour. First, JPL and his band will be hitting the road next week, playing in Rexburg, Idaho (at Club Strata) on October 13; and in Provo, Utah (at Club Velour) on October 14.

Moreover, the former American Idol finalist will be live on the FOX morning show, Good Day Utah with Kerri and Dan, on October 12. Look for Lewis to perform a new single or two around 7 a.m.

Speaking of new singles, those in Utah will hear the first releases of JPL's tunes. If you're in the area, tune in to Salt Lake City's B987 radio station on Friday morning, October 13. You may catch a new song or two from Jon's soon to be be released debut album, Stories From Hollywood. It's one of seven American Idol albums coming out this fall.

Following those shows, Lewis will be back in Los Angeles playing the Viper Room on October 18.

Matt Richenthal is the Editor in Chief of TV Fanatic. Follow him on Twitter and on Google+.