Kellie vs. Jennifer, plus LaKisha announces album date

Amidst a crowded field of Idol alums that will drops albums in the coming months, two confirmed dates have been unveiled - Kellie Pickler's self-titled sophomore album will hit shelves Sept. 30, while LaKisha Jones' debut album will follow suit a month later on Oct. 28.

Per a press release, Kellie Pickler will include current single "Don't You Know You're Beautiful" in addition to "The Best Days of Your Life," which Kellie wrote with Taylor Swift, and a re-recorded version of Small Town Girl's "Didn't You Know How Much I Loved You?" The album is produced by Chris Lindsey.

Kellie will be sparring with two other alums on the 30th, as Season 3's Jennifer Hudson's much-anticipated debut album will hit stores, as well as fellow Season 5 finalist Mandisa's Christmas album. Looks like it will be quite a match.

Meanwhile, LaKisha's yet-to-be-titled debut album will hit stores on Oct. 28. The album's first single, "So Glad I'm Me," will be added to iTunes on Aug. 25. LaKisha has also filmed a "making of the album" preview, which she uploaded to her official YouTube page.