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4/15: Top 7 Idol performance night: Mariah Carey!
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
We knew it. Ballad hell. That’s what we got courtesy of Mariah Carey, the theme and the mentor. How about this timing? Her latest album comes out today, too! What a coincidence!
Nobody did dreadfully. David Cook lifted his game, boldly grunging where grunge has never been. David Archuleta was in his comfort zone, did his usual emoting. Kristy Lee Cook is still keeping herself alive with smart song choices. Syesha was, as usual, solid but is solid good enough? Carly didn’t quite hit the heights and will be in trouble again. Brooke is in that red zone as well, totally out of her element. Jason’s fans will love him and he was in the pimp spot to boot so he’s fine.
Anyway—my rankings: 1- David Cook 2- Syesha 3- Kristy Lee 4- David A. 5- Jason Castro 6- Carly 7- Brooke
Bottom three? Syesha, Carly and Brooke. Who will go home? I think Carly has been skirting the edges and isn’t bringing it home. It’s time for the Irish gal to go back to San Diego. [I made those picks before checking your comments or Dialidol.com and I’m glad to see the bottom three at the moment are indeed Syesha, Carly and Brooke.]
Up first: David Archuleta (“When You Believe”) - This was apparently a minor hit with Whitney in 1998 that I don’t even remember from “The Prince of Egypt.” David’s wearing leather pants. I hope they don’t squeak while he walks. It’s your standard issue ballad and he did it well but man, I can’t stand this drudgery. And it has some sort of inspirational theme, right up his alley. Randy: “You can sing anything. That was the bomb.” Paula: “It must feel great for Mariah to hear your interpretation of the song.” Simon: “I would have bet $1 million you’d pick that song in advance. I thought that was very good. You set the benchmark.” B-plus
Carly Smithson (“Without You”) - She noted how boring it is now without Michael Johns around or “MJ” as she calls him. This was actually a cover song for Mariah, a top 3 hit in 1994, and made a major hit by Harry Nilsson in the early 1970s. She’s going into her lower registers to start this song and restrains herself until the end. She really tried to dial back the Angry Bunny From Outer Space look with mixed results. It was a solid vocal performance, not transcendent but not very good. Randy: “You have to trust your lower register. It was pretty good.” Paula: “I liked you shared some vocal restraint.” Simon: “Did you pull it off? No. I think you’re overthinking everything. I still think you’re wound up. It was an okay version.” B-plus
Syesha Mercado (“Vanishing”) - This was an album cut from Mariah’s first CD, a gospel-tinged ballad. Yes, another ballad. It’s going to be one of those nights. It was beautifully done. Controlled yet emotional, lovely. Randy: “I love how you go for it every week. You did a good job on it all thing considered. It’s hard to sing.” Paula: “This week, you’ve been extremely smart… You picked a song not many people know. Overall, tonight was unbelievably magical.” Simon: “Once again, technically, it was very good indeed. Having said that, I’m not sure I would have chosen a song not many people know about. You run a risk.” I agree with Simon that a relatively unknown song might hurt her. A-minus
Brooke White (“Hero”) - She missed her sister’s wedding this past Saturday. “Hero” was Mariah’s eighth number song in 1993-94, definitely one of her signature songs. Brooke hit a bad note to start but she smartly does a quiet, stripped-down version of the song. It’s just okay in coffee-house form. Not her best, not her worst. I almost wish she had slowed it down a bit more. It felt mildly rushed. Randy: “I liked the fact you brought the singer-songwriter thing. I was digging it until the bridge.” Paula: “Every ounce of you is totally authentic to who you are.” Simon: “I don’t think you had much choice but to do what you do. It was a bit like ordering a hamburger and only getting the bun. In other words, the vital ingredient, the meat. Your voice isn’t strong enough to carry that off.” (Brooke looks confused.) B
Kristy Lee Cook (“Forever”) - This was a middle-tier hit for “Mariah” in 1996, not one I know particularly well. But that’s wise so we as viewers lack a preconceived notion of this ballad. (Yes, another ballad! Nobody has dared take on “Dreamlover” or “Always Be My Baby”). Kristy Lee has been improving in recent weeks and the confidence is definitely there. She gives it a nice Faith Hill-style feel. (Notice they’ve stopped the front area crowd from waving their hands—thank God!). I enjoyed it. I’m jonesing for something more upbeat at this stage of the show but hey, she did her thang, as Randy might say. Randy: “I don’t think that was amazing… but I gotta tell you. You definitely stepping up toward the end. You hit that note at the end.” Paula: “You have this all worked out in your plans. I’m blown away.” Simon: “You didn’t give me chills. I think you managed with what you could. It was a little whiny at times. It wasn’t ever going to be advantage for you. It just wasn’t great.” A-minus/B-plus
David Cook (“Always Be My Baby”) - Oh, well. David is daring to take on one of Mariah’s more ebullient songs, one of my favorites from 1996. He does his little grunge-rock turn on yet another pop song, Chad Kroeger style. It’s actually quite captivating though the female backup singers really is a strange addition given the way he sang it. And we know he didn’t “borrow” that arrangement from Chris Cornell off YouTube. Randy: “You are ready to make an album. I’d never stood up. That was the most brilliant performance yet.” Paula: “You’re it.” Simon: “It was like coming out of karaoke hell into a breath of fresh air because that was original. It was daring. It stood out by a mile. This is the sign of great potential artist. Someone who takes risks. Congratulations.” A (With his sick brother in the audience, he’s in tears.)
Pimp spot! Jason Castro (“I Don’t Wanna Cry”) - How will he Jack Johnson this Spanish-tinged No. 1 ballad from her early days? Ick. She touched his dreads! This was not one of those tunes I particularly liked which makes it hard for me to enjoy his rendition. He did alright. It was no “Hallelujah.” Randy: “I felt like I was at a weird beach luau and someone was playing music in the distance.” Paula: “If I was at that luau, I’d listen all night long.” Simon: “I have to agree with Paula. It identified with you. It was a cool version. The guys won the night.” B-plus
Comments
By JTesla
April 15, 2008 5:24 PM | Link to this
Idol has always been about promoting people… Mariah included.
By ,,,=^..^=,,, from home
April 15, 2008 7:00 PM | Link to this
Especially since Randy worked with her, you know…
hey! i’m just sayin’!
By Achin4Aiken
April 15, 2008 7:04 PM | Link to this
Like I keep saying, it’s business! They are in the business of music. The contestants need to start thinking the same thing when they pick songs and clothes. Do they want a career or do they want to make coffee for the rest of their lives with people occasionally saying, “say, didn’t I see you on some TV show years ago?”
By Deirdre
April 15, 2008 7:26 PM | Link to this
SPOILER ALERT
The following comes from a blogger on mj’s who watched the rehearsal.
* David Archuleta - “When You Believe” - Beautiful, gorgeous * Carly Smithson - “Without You” - Blue dress, black stockings, cleavage. Her tats are covered. She was good. * Syesha Mercado - “Vanishing” - Wearing gold lame, very dressed up. Her performance was “Just OK” * Brooke White - “Hero” - She played the piano. She was just OK. * Kristy Lee Cook - “Forever” - Really good. Looked beautiful. Maybe the best girl of the night. * David Cook - “Always Be My Baby” - Pretty good. Song had a great finish. Everyone loved him. * Jason Castro - “I Don’t Wanna Cry” - Was OK. Had trouble with the complicated melody.T
By Deirdre
April 15, 2008 7:27 PM | Link to this
Brooke is doing Hero??????????
By JTesla
April 15, 2008 7:34 PM | Link to this
David Cook with “Always be my Baby”? That should be interesting. Brooke playing the piano, that is the real shocker, oh wait it isn’t.
I hope that David A. is going first, but it won’t hurt him at all when it comes to voting. Might actually be a good week for him song wise.
By War Eagle
April 15, 2008 7:36 PM | Link to this
Thanks D
By Michael Jenkins
April 15, 2008 7:41 PM | Link to this
Hope the spoiler is correct about KLC
By War Eagle
April 15, 2008 7:43 PM | Link to this
Kristy Lee best chick????? We’ll see
By dave
April 15, 2008 7:46 PM | Link to this
Mariah Carey is squeak-tastically awful so yeah that sounds about right.
By Deirdre
April 15, 2008 7:46 PM | Link to this
You’re welcome WE! :-)
It will be interesting to hear how they’ve changed the songs to make up for everyone’s lack of Mariah-range.
By MCR
April 15, 2008 8:10 PM | Link to this
Idol, Schmydol.
Where I come from a regular slander is good for a black eye! Only God know, why? But on American Idol, Simon getting the hook sounds so exciting. Nobody knows why? Maybe its in their sliding scale to win monopoly. People go through all the changes they go thru for what ever reason. But on American idol I noticed a perfectly great artist insulted beyond my wildest dreams. The vocalist named Patrick who is African American, sang well. He looked great in a black custom built suit. Then dressed in his yard clothes, this Simon (who is a judge) character comes on insulting this contestant. Then the next contestant who is white singing a song recorded by a black man is getting complimented. For his school boy outfit. Just because he is related to two presidents doesn’t have a damn thing to do with a talent contest, mister. This show has a certain discourse for straight laced slander. Now, if you crindge after a bold face critic. One with zero talent. Stick with shows that are geared toward ones own ethnic orientation. Because nobody really knows what causes these character clashes with Simon? Is he blyme or what? It could be the day of the month. But theres one thing for sure and its simply this. With Simon in, the show sucks. Its not just Patrick’s black suit (that seems O.K.) Without a a pale faced flop. As in flop on the staff of American Idol. The show may have a chance. What ever the reason its another season for foolery, flack overs and high jinkx .Move over Imus. The wack wagon is on another roll. With Simon. Like Simon, my thumb is down and my nose is up! Somebody ought to cancel the show completely, for slander. Simon, get off. Theres no secret, its called overconfidence and nobody likes a hypo-cra-tic dogg. See Simon, Simon met a pieman on the way to the unemployment office. With no measurable talent. They had mercy that day and gave Simon this job on a talent show. Out of work critics gotta eat too, you know. Mariah can’t help IDOL there.
By Tami
April 15, 2008 8:11 PM | Link to this
Is it me, or did David A fell a little short just now? He couldn’t carry the note UPward, back down, and then UP too well. But, all the judges liked him. Maybe his daddy paid them off?? Hee-hee.
By Tami
April 15, 2008 8:27 PM | Link to this
OK…haven’t been a big fan of hers until tonight. I think this is Syesha’s BEST performance to date!!! Awesome!
By fedupingwinnett
April 15, 2008 8:38 PM | Link to this
Race baiter MCR
By Achin4Aiken
April 15, 2008 8:48 PM | Link to this
I just don’t understand why they don’t like Carly because she has outsung everyone so far and she looked fantastic. The only thing I can think of is that they truly don’t like her. David A. was very good, Syesha was very good, Brook sucked canal water, and Kristy Lee was … well … she was Kristy and will undoubtedly hang on again. I just am at a loss.
By Jerry
April 15, 2008 8:49 PM | Link to this
Is there ever one single blog in the AJC that’s not besmirched by some racial rant?
By War Eagle
April 15, 2008 8:53 PM | Link to this
David Cook owns this season!!!!
By emily
April 15, 2008 8:56 PM | Link to this
OH MY GOSH!!!!!! as someone who usually gets annoyed by david cook, that was really really well done.
does it say something that i thought the night was over at that point? i literally forgot about mop-top still needing to sing!
By War eagle
April 15, 2008 9:00 PM | Link to this
I’m tired of Castro. He can go next.
By Flats
April 15, 2008 9:00 PM | Link to this
Jason..Held a few?
By war Eagle
April 15, 2008 9:03 PM | Link to this
LOL, I don’t think so flats
By Tami
April 15, 2008 9:07 PM | Link to this
OK…I agree with Simon. The guys won the night - which is strange since it was Mariah night. I think the bottom 3 will be any of the girls. I don’t think Syesha should be one of them, but I fear that Kristy Lee will win in the popular vote. I guess we’ll see, won’t we? I think Carly (& I’ve liked her from the beginning) and Brooke are in major trouble. Could be either one of them going home tomorrow night.
By Justin
April 15, 2008 9:11 PM | Link to this
Disappointed with Simon’s biasedness (word?).
David Archuleta- Thought it was excellent, ‘cept I wasn’t as enthusiastic as Simon. Top 6 spot deserved.
Carly Smithson- I too was excited for it, but it wasn’t nearly as good as I’d thought it’d be.
Syesha Mercado- Was Fantastic! Simon ruined it once again. I thought she did good, but she will go :(.
Brooke White- Totally forgettable.
Kristy Lee Cook- I’m sorry.. I don’t get it guys. Why does everyone like her so much.. she does sound good, but not good enough.
David Cook- Beginning was horrible, then great.
Jason Castro- Simon you biased bitch. He was HORRIBLE! Another one I just do not get, this season is heading for vocal blunder.
By Deirdre
April 15, 2008 9:11 PM | Link to this
I see MCR felt the need to copy and paste himself…..I still don’t get it!
ONE: Michael Johns. I think Idol finally has one of those ‘moments’ we wait for…bluesy, sexy, haunting, straight from the heart…. * * * * What!!!!!??? OK, so I have a vivid imagination and a rich fantasy life! Live with it!
One: David Cook
Two: Carly
Three: Kristy Lee
Four: Archie
Five: Syesha
Six: Jason
Seven: Brooke
No comment…wasn’t very happy with any of them.
By Achin4Aiken
April 15, 2008 9:12 PM | Link to this
David Cook is awesome and Dreg Boy also stunk. If you listen to him without looking at him, he is worse than most of the kareoke singers I’ve ever heard. Don’t get his appeal either. The night belongs to Cook and I’m afraid because of the judges’ panning of Carly, she will be leaving tomorrow. I can’t imagine, however, that someone in the industry won’t pick her up. Kristy Lee will find a good home in Country but won’t ever rise to the level of Carrie. David A. will definitely be around for a long time and may reach a huge level because of his very precocious talent. Syesha may get a record deal but will probably do more with her acting, and Brook was horrible tonight and deserves to be the one to go but she won’t. Really unfair, but then there is nothing fair about the music business.
By Deirdre
April 15, 2008 9:14 PM | Link to this
WE( We? wE?) What’s going on with your name?
By JohnL
April 15, 2008 9:14 PM | Link to this
After watching, I am not sure what the heck was going on. I think Carly, Jason and Syesha are the bottom 3.
By idolfan
April 15, 2008 9:15 PM | Link to this
Bottom 3 = Carly, Brooke, and Syesha with either Brooke or Syesha going home. Kristy Lee is showing just enough improvement week to week (combined with the popularity/hot chick vote) to be safe.
By JohnL
April 15, 2008 9:17 PM | Link to this
After watching, I am not sure what the heck was going on. I think Carly, Jason and Syesha are the bottom 3.
By Mike S
April 15, 2008 9:18 PM | Link to this
This week there were four outstanding performances and three mediocre performances.
David Cook - Always Be My Baby - two words, ABSOLUTELY AWESOME! Put this on a single and release it tomorrow and it will be at number one next week. This song WILL be on David’s first album. BANK IT!
Kristy Lee Cook - Forever - OK, I will admit this is going to be great to the country fans, and panned by the Kristy haters. Well I am a Country fan, and I will flat out tell you this, Listen to this on Youtube or I-tunes and CLOSE YOUR EYES, and come back here and tell me you do not hear Patsy Cline. You will not be able too. This was awesome.
David Archuletta - When You Believe - Monchichi picked the perfect song for his voice and delivered a flawless performance. I may have liked the Cooks better, but David did nothing to remove himself from front runner status. This was excellent.
Jason Castro - I Don’t Wanna Cry - Simon was dead on on this, ok Vocal but the whole thing together was just COOL! No matter what any othe guys think though I garauntee Jason is safe. I will let my soon to be 50 wife say it in her words “If I was 18 Jason would have my panties”. I can’t top that.
Brooke White - Hero - I love Brooke’s voice and the whole Carly Simon/Carole King thing she has going, and she did nothing to change that tonight. That said, this was just OK, it was sweet but not in the league of the other four.
Syesha Mercado - Vanishing - I thought the first half was very good, and then I thought Syesha totally lost it when she tried to go big. The runs were all over the place. She has a beautiful soft voice, but I do not like her when she goes big.
Carly Smithson - Without You - This was just a mess for me. She sounded like she was growling during the early part of the song, and then my dogs started howling and glass started cracking when she got into the screech part of the song. By far Carly’s worst performance of the year.
I see no way in the world that the bottom three is not Brooke, Syesha and Carly; and I think Carly’s run on the show is over.
By War Eagle
April 15, 2008 9:19 PM | Link to this
D, I’m having network problems again. The ajc site won’t save my info so I have to type it in everytime.
By Deirdre
April 15, 2008 9:24 PM | Link to this
Pain in the azz format!!!!!
By War Eagle
April 15, 2008 9:28 PM | Link to this
I’m hoping for a Cook vs. Cook finale.
By Deirdre
April 15, 2008 9:30 PM | Link to this
Mike…for heaven’s sake…why don’t you just say what you think! You can be so wishy washy! :-)
Can anyone else get on dialidol…I’m having some trouble and heard something about a cease ans desist order.
By Dan
April 15, 2008 9:31 PM | Link to this
Bottom 3 are Carly, Brooke, and Jason…Goodbye to Brooke
By Dan
April 15, 2008 9:33 PM | Link to this
Bottom 3 are Carly, Brooke, and Jason…Goodbye to Brooke
By Justin
April 15, 2008 9:34 PM | Link to this
DiaLidol is incredibly slow, but i’m so mad… the underration on this slow is also incredible
By Negativo
April 15, 2008 9:35 PM | Link to this
Neg’s take:
1. David Cook: Welcome back to the top, David. Mariah hit it right on the head when she said it was a haunting version that she’d want to listen to herself. He was a star again, and it appears that last week’s disaster humbled and improved him as a performer.
2. Kristy Lee: All I can say is WOW! Simon and Randy are deaf if they couldn’t hear how good she was. Mariah had chills for a reason. This girl was so good it made me start to believe that she is more than just top 5 material, she’s top 3.
3. Sayesha: For once, she did not try and over sing a big song. She did an absolutely stunning vocal job and deserved much better from the judges than she got.
4. Carly: Huge drop off from 3rd to 4th tonight. Carly had a brilliant beginning to her song, but once again oversang her range by the end. Comparing her version to Kelly’s from season one was very telling about how short she comes vocally to the top singers. Check it out on Utube if you want to see for yourself the difference.
5. Brooke: She was so nervous she was visibly shaking during her performance. Yes she was OK singing, but that song needed more range than she has to offer. Another annoying interruption of Randy during the comments will not help her, either.
6. Archuletta: You know what I’ve realized about DA? He has a very limited vocal. Yes, he’s got very good pitch, but he’s too breathy and monotonous vocally. I can’t see why he’s being pimped by the judges for giving just average performances that most people would never listen to in their cars.
7. Castro: Pathetic lullabying once again. That whispering sensitivity routine is so irritating by now that I just feel like punching him and telling him to start acting like a man. He’s the worst by a mile.
Bottom 3: Brooke, Carly and Castro. Going home: Brooke.
By War Eagle
April 15, 2008 9:36 PM | Link to this
I’ve had no trouble looking at dialidol
By Deirdre
April 15, 2008 9:39 PM | Link to this
“the underration on this slow is also incredible” Huh!?
By Achin4Aiken
April 15, 2008 9:41 PM | Link to this
Negativo, I hope you are right!
By War Eagle
April 15, 2008 9:44 PM | Link to this
Good picks Neg. Brooke and Castro have run their course with me. I would be happy if either hit the road. And I never have liked the 12 year old little boy. I thought all contestants had to be at least 16.
By Flats
April 15, 2008 9:46 PM | Link to this
BRAVES…OFFENSE MACHINE WAS ON FIRE TONIGHT!!!SHUTOUT 4-0!
By dawgdan
April 15, 2008 9:51 PM | Link to this
David Cook pretty much owned everyone tonight. I thought Jason did a good job, but I dig the Jack Johnson vibe quite a bit in my regular listening habits. I’d hate to see Brooke go, as she’s the most genuine of the girls, but she might be out.
My wife and I both absolutely retch when hearing David Archuleta. She hit the nail on the head tonight. Archuleta is a young Michael Bolton. Who listens to that no-talent a** clown? Everything Archuleta sings sounds the exact same to me. No range, no variety, just a cute face that the mindless, teenage, lemming girls swoon over.
By Harmony
April 15, 2008 9:53 PM | Link to this
I’m hoping David Cook can take the lead away from Archie once again, I would be happy if anyone took the lead away from Archie. I have tried to be unbiased towards him, but its just not working.
By Negativo
April 15, 2008 9:57 PM | Link to this
Eagle, thanks for the props, but not being a girl under 14 means my opinion is worthless.
Rodney, loved the line about Mickey Mouse and his squeaky leather pants! We all must pray that David Cook or Kristy Lee has what it takes to end the madness and get him bounced before he wins it all (vomit sounds effect).
By Justin
April 15, 2008 9:59 PM | Link to this
is underration not a word, sorry lol… um underrating.?
By ESPdeb
April 15, 2008 9:59 PM | Link to this
I recorded it while I watched. I got chills when EVERYBODY sang; but when I rewound, the only people I cared to listen to were the two Davids and Jason.
By ESPdeb
April 15, 2008 10:06 PM | Link to this
Having said that (a la Simon), what is this “Hell’s Kitchen”?
By Harmony
April 15, 2008 10:07 PM | Link to this
I know alot of you are going to disagree, but here goes anyway. This is only my personal preference. Top two guys David Cook and Jason Castro, top two girls Kristy Lee Cook and Syesha Mercado.
By Songluvr
April 15, 2008 10:09 PM | Link to this
Hey people! Thank goodness for tivo - I got back about 9:30 and watched the last half; now I’m going back to watch the first half, and DAVID COOK again. Luv that guy! TTYL
By Harmony
April 15, 2008 10:13 PM | Link to this
Welcome back Songluvr, hope you had fun.
By Negativo
April 15, 2008 10:13 PM | Link to this
Songluvr, you mean thank God for NEGA-Tivo, right?
By Justin
April 15, 2008 10:19 PM | Link to this
Only 2 of the guys won Simon. And one, possibly 2 girls.
Ratings:
1 + 2. Syesha Mercado- sorry guys, but she really was the best vocally tonight. David Cook- I’ll give best performance of the night. Syesha and David are tied.
David Archuleta
Carly Smithson
Kristy Lee Cook
Brooke White
Jason Castro- HORRIBLE
Bottom 3 SHOULD be: Jason Castro, Kristy Lee Cook, Brooke White
Bottom 3 WILL be: Brooke, Syesha, Kristy/Carly
Who SHOULD go home: Any mix of Kristy, Jason, or Brooke.
Who WILL go home: Syesha :( though wrong decision.
I think Brooke has got the fans to pull her through, Kristy will just plain make it, Jason sucked, but is strangely pimped.
By Harmony
April 15, 2008 10:25 PM | Link to this
Is it just me ,or does anyone else think that Brooke(especially) and Carly come across as being desperate to win this? I fear for Brookes’ mental health when she is sent home.
By ESPdeb
April 15, 2008 10:28 PM | Link to this
LOL, Harmony.
Talk about unpopular preferences—I’m still upset over Chikize’s departure.
By Negativo
April 15, 2008 10:30 PM | Link to this
Justin: Stop underrationing. Sayesha ain’t going home tomorrow night.
By Harmony
April 15, 2008 10:35 PM | Link to this
ESPdeb, Alot of us are still upset over Chikezies premature departure, at least he was entertaining.
By Justin
April 15, 2008 10:37 PM | Link to this
So rodney you ranked syesha 2nd but put her in the bottom 3, and are happy
By ESPdeb
April 15, 2008 10:38 PM | Link to this
Do the Idols get paid for the tour?
By Negativo
April 15, 2008 10:40 PM | Link to this
Ladies, please help me. I’m a guy and simply cannot understand for the life of me why Jason Castro appeals to all of you. He has freak hair, speaks like a total moron, sings in a whisper with no range or vocal power, and looks a lot like a girl.
What’s the deal?? Please, I really don’t get it. I could understand what attracted you ladies to Michael, but this Jason attraction is just beyond me. I’m like Randy: I just don’t get it at all.
By Justin
April 15, 2008 10:46 PM | Link to this
i don’t get it either
By ESPdeb
April 15, 2008 10:46 PM | Link to this
Negativo,
Jason has beautiful eyes. He has the same look that my high school boyfriend had, and nobody could understand why he always had a girlfriend.
By Harmony
April 15, 2008 10:48 PM | Link to this
Neg, you know I’m only attracted to you. I put Jason in my top two guys because that puts Archie at the bottom. Archie stays at the bottom even when the girls and guys are combined.
By Songluvr
April 15, 2008 10:53 PM | Link to this
Neg, don’t feel bad, I don’t even get it. I mean, he’s got a pretty face, but the thought of running my fingers through that hair … ick. And to me he just seems too whispery-goofy-vocally-wimpy for my taste.
And yes, NEGA-tivo is what I meant to say. ; )
Harmony, thanks! Had a really great time.
Got to watch Cookie again, and my rankings will follow.
By Achin4Aiken
April 15, 2008 10:55 PM | Link to this
I’m a woman, Neg, and I don’t get Jason’s appeal either. I usually agree with Simon and this season have not on a regular basis. Jason is not listenable to me, and Brook is arrogant and a pain in the a**. If she cries one more time, I’m throwing a shoe at the TV.
Mike S., you and I have had our differences over the years, but this year we seem to be on diametrically different planes. Of course, that’s the fun of this. Deirdre and linny, love blogging with you again! Negativo, you have good ears.
By Harmony
April 15, 2008 10:58 PM | Link to this
Neg, I will ask my married 21 yr. old daughter tomorrow what the attraction to Jason is. She claims he is her next husband. She also likes David Cook and can’t stand Archie.
By Justin
April 15, 2008 11:03 PM | Link to this
Once again Kristy Lee Cook is predicted to be safe. I must wonder who in the world votes for her…..
By ESPdeb
April 15, 2008 11:07 PM | Link to this
I can’t help but play D. Cook’s performance over and over.
By Negativo
April 15, 2008 11:12 PM | Link to this
Harmony, glad I’m the ONE, and look forward to hearing what your daughter sees in JC. What the hell…
By Harmony
April 15, 2008 11:12 PM | Link to this
Does anyone know who is leading on dialidol right now? I hope its David Cook and not Archie.
By Harmony
April 15, 2008 11:23 PM | Link to this
Neg, I’ll ask her. I’m not at all attracted to Jason, I had to put him in my top two guys by default, because there is no way I was going to put Archie there. If you haven’t figured it out yet, I don’t like Archie!
By Simple Seo
April 15, 2008 11:31 PM | Link to this
Kristi Lee Cook is in it to win it. She has really came on the last few weeks. Good job.
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By gbg liquid vitamins
April 15, 2008 11:33 PM | Link to this
David Cook is already a star. It does not matter what happens on the show for him now. He rocks.
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By tanning lotion
April 15, 2008 11:35 PM | Link to this
David A. had the #1 spot on a night when everyone actually sounded like an American Idol. Could he be in trouble.
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By tanning lotion
April 15, 2008 11:37 PM | Link to this
I think that Jason Castro would be in trouble if he didn’t go last.
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By Tom
April 16, 2008 12:11 AM | Link to this
Someone told me to look at Jason Castro and think of a young John Travolta - wow they are right. I never saw that earlier.
By Songluvr
April 16, 2008 12:26 AM | Link to this
Here we go:
1- David Cook. He can do a sensitive(-ish) love song, plus he can cry. He just gets better and better.
2,3,4- pretty much a 3-way tie between David A., Syesha, and Carly. Not ground-breaking, but VERY good by all three, and I must say Carly looked her best ever.
5- Brooke. Pleasant, pretty performance. Less annoying repartee than usual.
6- Jason. He has definitely raised his game the past few weeks, but come on. He will no doubt be huge on the coffee shop circuit, but American Idol?
7- Kristy Lee. It didn’t completely sukk, but one would hope the bar is higher than that to make the top 6.
By heybud
April 16, 2008 12:36 AM | Link to this
I was pretty underwhelmed tonight until about halfway through David Cook’s rendition of “Always Be My Baby”. He clearly stole the show, but I did agree with Simon in that it seemed to start off a little rough, but as Randy would say, “he worked it out”.
My rankings:
1) David Cook - BY A LONG SHOT - I did not think anyone was close. Unfortunately, he will lose American Idol to the other David. Fortunately, that means he will probably have a better career - not winning American Idol. Another Randy-ism: “He’s the bomb”!
2) Jason Castro - Not a big fan, but I liked his performance. For once Simon and I are in sync on his performance.
3) David Archuleta - Technically, he is probably the most gifted singer on the show, and I do genuinely appreciate his aw-shucks attitude and humility. It does not appear to be an act. However, I am just not a fan of his style. At the time he sang, I did not think he was all that great, but until David Cook sang, he had done the best. The guys definitely beat the girls tonight.
4) Syesha Mercado - I’m not a fan, but I thought her performance was the best of the women tonight.
5) Kristy Lee Cook - I am a big fan, but I thought she missed a lot of notes tonight.
6) Brooke White - I am becoming less of a fan. She may be genuine and authentic, but for some reason I cannot seem to explain, she gets on my nerves when she interrupts the judges. I thought she missed more notes than Kristy Lee.
7) Carly Smithson - I’m afraid she will be going home. I like her voice (not the tattoos though), but tonight she just seemed off from the start. I thought her performance was the weakest.
My prediction for the bottom three - Carly, Kristy Lee, and Brooke. I think Carly will be going home this week.
By Harmony
April 16, 2008 12:37 AM | Link to this
Songluvr, as long as David Cook stays on idol I will be a happy camper, if America gets it wrong again, like they did with Michael, then I just don’t know what I would do.
By Harmony
April 16, 2008 1:08 AM | Link to this
JT, I’ve come down with a bad case of allergyitis and can’t wait on you to make our elimination prediction, so I’ll go ahead and say that I’m with you, if you are predicting that one person will be leaving idol this week. Good Night All of Yall.
By Songluvr
April 16, 2008 1:11 AM | Link to this
Same here, Harmony. That would stick a huge pin in the AI bubble for me. : / It was already weakened by MJ’s departure.
By JTesla
April 16, 2008 1:16 AM | Link to this
The night wasn’t as bad as I thought it would be. I had something to laugh at: David A’s leather pants, Carly’s entire song, and Jason speaking. Then I had something to be angry with: Brooke singing, Brooke listening to critique, Brooke on the verge of tears. Finally, I had something to be happy about: Cook. Cook made me happy, hopefully this starts a trend where I can just say Cook and it won’t matter which one I’m speaking of. Cook is where it was at tonight.
Unfortunately I forgot about Syesha. She should stay longer than Carly, but if the rest of America forgot about her it may not bode well, and she doesn’t appear as vulnerable as Carly so she won’t get the sympathy vote.
Night Harmony, we’re running a risk of messing up our 100% prediction streak, but we need to make that call… someone will be leaving the show!
By NW Lady
April 16, 2008 1:54 AM | Link to this
According to Dialidol, Brooke and Syesha are basically tied for the bottom two with Carly the third one. It seems that the people that don’t like Kristy don’t like country music.
David Cook-I thought he did a great job tonight and deserves the number one spot. I think someone fed him a bit of “humble pie” because I felt he was very arrogant and pompous at the beginning of the season. Kristy Lee-Who votes for Kristy,Justin? I vote for Kristy and she was awesome tonight. She has really stepped it up and had a strong night vocally. Yes, she was a bit “snarky” at the beginning, but she seems to have wised up. Syesha-Not a fan, but I’ve liked her the last two weeks. Brooke-Too cheeky and she rushed the song at the end tonight Carly-The song was just too big for her tonight. I thought she struggled thru it. David A.-I’m sick of him too Jason-Coffee House I bet Kristy knows that she is no Carrie, but she is really improving every week. No one thought that Kelli Pickler would be where she is now. She won three awards last night at the CMTs.
By Rod
April 16, 2008 3:03 AM | Link to this
Jason Castro…..give me a break!!!! If he can sing then I’m the pope!!!! Please please go away next week!!!!!!
By Debbie
April 16, 2008 6:30 AM | Link to this
David Cook is by far the best of all of them. He’s alittle different and is a real showman - very comfortable on stage. BUT, as we know from past years, a lot of this is a popularity contest. I bet David A.’s father has David’s entire high school sitting on the phone for 2 hours every week!!!
Once again, my same yearly complaint and suggestion. Once it gets this far they should limit the calls to one per phone number. Then there’d be a much more accurate vote.
My own 73 year old mother sits on the phone for an hour voting, not only for her favorite, but for whoever she feels sorry for when that person gets bashed by the judges!
Unfortunately, I think Brooke or Carly will be going home tonight.
By Debbie
April 16, 2008 6:35 AM | Link to this
I NEVER vote for Kristy. I think she’s actually the most arrogant of the whole bunch. She’s definitely country, but doesn’t have that humble country attitude. She cute and all, but doesn’t have the stage presence that someone would need to really succeed.
Last week when Dolly Parton told her that her performance would make her mother proud - and her response was that she wasn’t trying to make her mother proud, but Dolly proud, came across as really arrogant to me. It might have been what she was thinking - which is fine - but it shouldn’t have been voiced.
By Idleblogger
April 16, 2008 7:00 AM | Link to this
Well, that explains it… on the phone for hours voting for the one she feels sorry for… no wonder duds such as Taylor Hicks have won in the past. WHY NOT VOTE FOR THE BEST SINGER??? What a novel idea that is….
By Ms.Simon
April 16, 2008 7:07 AM | Link to this
Am I the only one that just cringe when I see David Cook? He just looks unclean to me like he needs a few baths. I don’t get it.
Carly needs a scrub also. I want her to go just so I don’t have to see her husband in the audience. That guy looks SCARY!!!
Jason, that guy is gorgeous. Not a great voice, but he has a beautiful face.
Brooke White, like her humbleness, but she was kinda horrible last night.
Kristy Lee is doing 100% better. She actually was good last night.
David Arch, ummmm he can’t sing, but he sounds the same on every song to me.
Syesha, pretty girl, but she definitely won’t win.
By sharon
April 16, 2008 7:13 AM | Link to this
My top three last night were Syesha, Jason and David Cook. I did not care for any of the others. I totally disagreed with Simon when he said Syesha choosing a song no one knew might hurt her. That was so dumb. My husband said that it seemed to him no matter what Syesha does the judges are going to criticize her. It is obvious to me that they are lukewarm towards the ladies this year because they want a male to win. David Archuletta is not all that. He is so boring, so is Brooke. How on earth could Randy fall all over himself over Archuletta but not like Jason.
By DawnH
April 16, 2008 7:41 AM | Link to this
Wow, lots of different reactions this morning. Here’s my 2 cents - I loved David Cook. He was always my 2nd favorite, runner up to MJ. I actually liked Jason C. I’m not a huge fan and, well, the hair (ICK) but I really liked his performance last night. Finally, believe it or not, I liked Brooke. She did rush it, but I did like her singing that song.
While David A sang pretty well, I just can’t get past the 12-year old persona, always looking as though he just did something wrong and is about to get into big trouble. (Does his father beat him?) I think Syesha did a nice job. I just don’t like Carly and I hope she is gone next. By the way, was that tattooed freak in the audience her husband. OMG - way worse than the dreds!
As for Kristy - I love country music but I can’t stand HER. Her performances are dull and boring. She can’t hold a light to Kellie Pickler’s voice or personality (whether you like the dumb blonde act or not) and I am not a Pickler fan either. Kristy’s personality is boring, despite her wise-a$$ comments to the judges which is about the only time she is animated. I can’t stand to watch her either - is she dancing or what?
My last question / comment. What is with Simon constantly stroking Paula, pulling her chair towards him, hand on the back of her chair, etc. He is starting to creep me out a little.
Sorry, Willie.
By Willie the One Eyed Wonder Worm
April 16, 2008 7:49 AM | Link to this
lengthy post about american idol are ok. its the useless blubber that needs to be limited. DawnH you’re doing fine.
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 7:51 AM | Link to this
Morning mushblogians!
Ms Simon…didn’t you used to hang out with us on the blog a few years ago?
Sharon and Dawn…I think almost everybody picked David Cook in first place last night. He was head and shoulders better than anyone else.
Other than that, I really didn’t think anyone was very good last night. Carly has a great voice but doesn’t connect. Archie sings very well but it’s starting to all sound the same. Syesha is ok. Kristy was pretty good as long as I don’t look at her. Jason put me to sleep and Brooke was terrible!
By DawnH
April 16, 2008 7:55 AM | Link to this
Thanks, Willie.
By Superman
April 16, 2008 8:04 AM | Link to this
I dont get the whole David Cook thing. Like someone said, he looks dirty. His version of ‘always be my baby” was horrible. Cant see what the judges saw, he ruined a perfect song. Mariah rules…..
By War Eagle
April 16, 2008 8:11 AM | Link to this
I agree. Kristy needs to develope some new moves while on stage.
By Mike S
April 16, 2008 8:17 AM | Link to this
Well, I went back and listened to all 7 performances with my eyes closed. I like to do this to imagine what the person would sound like on a record, and also to not let the visuals influence the sound I am hearing.
After doing this my ratings changed slightly.
I still feel David Cook, Kristy and David A were all outstanding. Listening a second time though I heard more of a Brenda Lee sound than a Patsy Cline sound from Kristy.
Jason, not quite as impressive the second time around. He has little range, and while pleasant enough, there was no meat to the performance. it was sort of like elevator music.
Syesha was about the same, she sounded absolutely fantastic the first half of the song, then she went big and I went BLECH!
Carly SOUNDED much better just listening, but just like Syesha as soon as she turned it up it sounded like shouting with no tone or pleasantness to it at all.
Brooke, Brooke, Brooke I was not pleased at all. Very shaky, and not good at all just listening to it. It is her vulnerability and likeability that draws you in when she is performing, but just listening without the visual was painful.
Still, it doesn’t change my bottom 3 of Brooke, Syesha, Carly. But it may be Brooke leaving instead of Carly, but I think any one of the three could be gone.
And I am still p** Michael Johns went before any of them. GRRRRRRRRR
By ,,,=^..^=,,, from home
April 16, 2008 8:46 AM | Link to this
D, A4A, do you ladies remember the song “What a day for a daydream”? John Sebastian? THAT is what listening to Jason Castro reminds me of! Hubby pegged it last night… and i had to agree.
later!
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 8:46 AM | Link to this
Ditto, Mike on Michael Johns.
There are only 2 people who can win this year and both their names are David. This has been true since the beginning of the show. Carly had a shot but she’s just not popular enough. The ONLY chance that someone else would step it up enough to join and even overtake one of the Davids was Michael Johns. He was in the process when he was ousted. (I suspect sabotage from Archie’s dad! :-) ). Anyway, it will be a David and David finale…the only thing left to deal with is who gets ousted in what order!
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 8:55 AM | Link to this
Yes linny and I think of that song whenever he sings….that’s the kind of voice and demeanor he has.
By dolfin
April 16, 2008 8:55 AM | Link to this
OH MY GOODNESS!!!! I think I will die from impatience waiting on David Cook;s album to come out. He is THE BOMB!!! That voice gives me chills!!!!!!!!! AWESOME AWESOME!!!
By flats
April 16, 2008 9:01 AM | Link to this
BRAVES!!!LOL!!!!!THANKS GUYS!
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 9:02 AM | Link to this
Randy’s opinion of Jason’s song:
Randy: “I felt like I was at a weird beach luau and someone was playing music in the distance.”
I was thinking this exact same thing. Gotta be the first time I’ve ever appreciated a comment from Randy.
By Ms.Simon
April 16, 2008 9:06 AM | Link to this
Yes Deirdre I’m the same one.
David Cook needs a bath and some teeth whitener and the BIG HEAD. Ewwww!!!!!
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 9:17 AM | Link to this
Ms Simon….I agree that I was put off by David Cook’s appearance. That flat hair is considered ‘stylish’ now! HaH! But I think he’s an excellent musician and almost always enjoy hearing him.
I thought I remembered you from before but it’s been awhile since we’ve heard from you. Welcome back! (And if I missed any of your posts earlier this season, I apologize)
By War Eagle
April 16, 2008 9:18 AM | Link to this
D. Cook does have an extremely large forehead.
By flats
April 16, 2008 9:18 AM | Link to this
Farm system has really produced some great young starting pitchers!
By flats
April 16, 2008 9:25 AM | Link to this
big backboard forehead?
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 9:25 AM | Link to this
And did Brooke seem out of breath to anyone else here? She sang Hero too fast…made it sound kinda silly and she seemed breathless the whole time.
By Woodpappy
April 16, 2008 9:27 AM | Link to this
I can’t wait to read what all the usual folks on here have to say about the performances. I’ve been reading you guys coments for several years now but just never joined in. Keep up the good work. I enjoy it.
By Laura
April 16, 2008 9:29 AM | Link to this
Emily - right there with you. I didn’t even realize Jason hadn’t sung. I thought it was over, too. But I had too much time left on the Tivo, so I knew something was up. He’s decent, but mostly forgettable to me.
By Laura
April 16, 2008 9:29 AM | Link to this
Emily - right there with you. I didn’t even realize Jason hadn’t sung. I thought it was over, too. But I had too much time left on the Tivo, so I knew something was up. He’s decent, but mostly forgettable to me.
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 9:34 AM | Link to this
So join in, Woodpappy!!! We want to hear what you have to say about this group of singers. We’re not here just to entertain you, ya know! :-)
By Laura
April 16, 2008 9:34 AM | Link to this
Sorry for the double-post. My computer apparently did its own thing….
By Laura
April 16, 2008 9:35 AM | Link to this
Sorry for the double-post. My computer apparently did its own thing….
By pj
April 16, 2008 9:44 AM | Link to this
I admit that I like her, but even if I didn’t, I must say Syesha did a great job last night. She did justice to the song and I hope she makes it through tonight.
By JTesla
April 16, 2008 9:44 AM | Link to this
Deirdre, Brooke did sing Hero too fast, at least that is how it sounded to me. Over the course of a few weeks she has gone from my top girl to being the bane of my existence. Well, maybe not that bad, but if I could personally choose one person to leave the show I would have to choose her.
By Shay
April 16, 2008 9:46 AM | Link to this
I have to absolutely agree with Neg. What in the hot krispy hel* do people see in Island Boy. He has zero range. You can barely hear his voice and his hair and clothes look dreadful. White shoes and black socks? He definitely ain’t shopping at Old Navy that’s for sure. Maybe the Army Navy Store, but definitely not Old Navy.
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 9:48 AM | Link to this
Laura…it isn’t your computer, it’s the antiquated format of the blog. No need to apologize, we’re used to it.
By JTesla
April 16, 2008 9:51 AM | Link to this
PJ I’m with you regarding Syesha, but unfortunately for her, Carly and Brooke had poor nights which only motivated their fans to vote more. It wasn’t a good night for girls, and we may be in store for a wacky elimination.
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 9:58 AM | Link to this
From the ‘hot crispy hell’ quote, I’m assuming this is our regular Shay rather than our newcomer Shay H!
How’re you doing? I’m not a big fan of Jason either….he sang that song so quietly last night that I had to turn the volume up to hear what he was singing.
By Shay
April 16, 2008 10:08 AM | Link to this
yep, it’s me :)
Just popping in to give my rankings from last night.
1 David Cook - give this boy his finale song so he can start practicing. He is light years better than the rest. 2 - This is a hard one. I would have to say Syesha. 3- David Archuletta. I don’t like him too much and don’t think he is old enough to be here, but let’s face it, he can sing. 4 - KLC. Lordy, I hated typing her name so much I had to just do initials. She has definitely improved 100%. 5 - Carly. no comment. 6 - Island Boy. I just don’t get it. 7 - Brooke. That was her worse performance to date. She needed to just take a deep breath, and start over.By SAR
April 16, 2008 10:09 AM | Link to this
The absolute worse by far, by a mile was Syesha and the best was David Cooke.
By flats
April 16, 2008 10:19 AM | Link to this
Regular shay?from the special place?
By flats
April 16, 2008 10:31 AM | Link to this
What an honor!THANKS GIRL.
By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
April 16, 2008 10:38 AM | Link to this
Mornin’ Shay, hope you’re doing well. I thought David Cook outshined them all; much as i hate to admit it, Simon pegged it with his comments. I think KLC has brought her game up, and HAS improved every week…after all, she really had nowhere to go (other than out) but UP, and she evidently chose UP. Sad to see Brooke so shaky, but i too worry about her state of mind/emotion. Sad. I love the singer-songwriter quiet peaceful stuff, and Jason COULD be there too, but just doesn’t connect enough for me. meh. I was pleasantly surprised that the night wasn’t a fit of mariah wannabeeees screeeeeeching their heads off striving for that note. But… well, i coulda—shoulda—just dvr’d and watched NCIS and DWTS results, then played it back sans commercials, instead of the other way around. my goof.
later!
By Dink
April 16, 2008 10:40 AM | Link to this
I’ve watched every season and Cook is the BEST I have ever seen on this show. It is amazing what he can do with ANY song. As with Daughtry, everybody else should be “also rans”.
I am sick of Archie. He’s young but that boyish immature response he has is really getting to me. He can sing and that can’t be taken away from him.
I am really impressed with how good Syesha is getting every week. Most won’t know “Vanishing” but she did a great job with the song. I hope it won’t hurt her.
Carly or Jason need to go this week. Either has run their course…
By Dink
April 16, 2008 10:40 AM | Link to this
I’ve watched every season and Cook is the BEST I have ever seen on this show. It is amazing what he can do with ANY song. As with Daughtry, everybody else should be “also rans”.
I am sick of Archie. He’s young but that boyish immature response he has is really getting to me. He can sing and that can’t be taken away from him.
I am really impressed with how good Syesha is getting every week. Most won’t know “Vanishing” but she did a great job with the song. I hope it won’t hurt her.
Carly or Jason need to go this week. Either has run their course…
By Justin
April 16, 2008 10:46 AM | Link to this
mmmmmmmmmm….
ooo look at all those states covered in the predicted loser of geopredicitions on DialIdol!!!! and funniest part of all theyre from Syesha!
that is retarded i just thought i’d share that. so i guess it’s safe to say goodbye to her, and for the 4th week in a row, we will lose a strong vocalist. Chikezie, Ramiele, and Michael all had good vocals, just didn’t keep up to par.
So I’m just disappointed now.
And that means that at least one of either brooke, kristy, or jason will be in the top 4! Say what?! Didn’t LaKisha come in 4th? They are NOWHERE near as strong or good as her. That is why this was NOT the most talented season yet. there may be a lot of talent, but they are getting rid of all of it so fast and from the 5 seasons i have watched, this is turning into my 2nd to LAST favorite.
By #1bravesfan
April 16, 2008 10:54 AM | Link to this
Flats - lovin them braves and my tommy got hurt. Possible first time on the DL in 20+ year career…
Hair boy needs to hit the road - should have been gone WAY before MJ.
D.Cook has been my fave from the beginning. He and Archie will be in the final.
I thought Syesha did well.
Unfortunately all the girls were at a disadvantage singing MC songs. Those that know her songs can’t help but compare to the original.
Even though I can’t stand KLC, she has done better the last few weeks - starting with God Bless the USA.
By Jex
April 16, 2008 10:58 AM | Link to this
Good Morning Everyone!
I agree with Rodney for the most part. No one was dreadful. But the only stand out performance was David C.
I wasn’t sure how that song was going to turn out, but right in the middle I was became entranced.
This was the perfect example of taking a song and making it your own.
Hopefully, he’ll get kicked off soon, and get a REAL record deal, like Daughtry.
By #1bravesfan
April 16, 2008 11:01 AM | Link to this
I also teared up when Fox had shots of David’s brother in the audience. Has anyone else heard any details on how he was able to go to AI? I had heard, that a radio station raised money for a private jet - for him and some of his medical people - just so he could go and see his brother perform. WOW!!!
By JTesla
April 16, 2008 11:03 AM | Link to this
Justin, I guess it is all a matter of opinion in terms of what you like in music and vocals. I would say that this season is one of the strongest. Strong enough that… dare I say it… this season may turn out to be stronger than season 5. Yes, I know that is almost sacrilegious around here. I’ll have to wait until the finale for that determination, but a David vs. David finale will be more entertaining then Taylor vs. McPhee. I’ll stop my blasphemy now.
By flats
April 16, 2008 11:04 AM | Link to this
LOL!!!!
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 11:04 AM | Link to this
Jex..hello…you described my reaction to David Cook’s version of Always Be My Baby perfectly. When he started I wasn’t sure what he was doing but then, it was almost like being hypnotized. I just melted into the song.
By Jex
April 16, 2008 11:10 AM | Link to this
Hey Deirdre! Good to “see” you again.
That’s exactly how I felt! I “melted” into the song.
Man, I hope he gets kicked off soon! LOL!
By flats
April 16, 2008 11:12 AM | Link to this
D…What up girl!I thought all the idolers sang to the best of they’re ablility.Do you want all them to win?
By Jex
April 16, 2008 11:15 AM | Link to this
Hey Deirdre! Good to “see” you again.
That’s exactly how I felt! I “melted” into the song.
Man, I hope he gets kicked off soon! LOL!
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 11:15 AM | Link to this
I think he may just win this competition, Jex!
By Shay
April 16, 2008 11:18 AM | Link to this
Jex, when David started crying last night, I did too!! He is already the best but on top of that, he will get those sympathy votes like Fantasia did.
Also, KLC looked cute last night. She definitely looks better with straight hair as opposed to the crinkled look. And will someone please throw Carly some bleach. Her hair is too dark. But I guess her husband “Hell Razor” advised that it fits her perfectly.
By War Eagle
April 16, 2008 11:23 AM | Link to this
What’s wrong with the brother?
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 11:24 AM | Link to this
Very dark hair is common in the southern part of Ireland. It’s the Spanish influence from way back in the Armada days….so her hair may be natural…..it’s a possibility…I’m just saying.
By flats
April 16, 2008 11:24 AM | Link to this
I know it’s a public blog…I’m at a lost here?
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 11:29 AM | Link to this
War Eagle…David Cook’s brother has cancer, and recently had a setback, which sent David’s blood pressure rising and landed him in the hospital to get it under control.
The brother was in the audience last night.
By Suzee
April 16, 2008 11:37 AM | Link to this
Question. If David A were to win this thang, what genre would he fit into? All of his songs sound morose. Wouldn’t be top 40 or country. Gospel? Everything is so inspirational. Not a bad thing, but come on, liven it up a bit.
By Making Sense
April 16, 2008 11:40 AM | Link to this
Poll for Finale - Do the “DAVIDS” have it or do the “COOKS”? I just can’t see KLC being in the top 2!
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 11:45 AM | Link to this
I think that’s a great question and we’ve talked about it before. Where does Archie fit in the music industry?
Someone suggested a Josh Groban-like career but his voice isn’t THAT good.
Somebody else suggested Branson, where the older folk can listen to him and give him hugs.
I think he’ll look nice on the cover of Tiger Beat BUT…I can’t see him singing any songs that teens would be interested in listening to.
By War Eagle
April 16, 2008 11:51 AM | Link to this
As long as the little fellow doesn’t make the final two, I’m good.
By Suzee
April 16, 2008 11:57 AM | Link to this
Deirdre, I thought TigerBeat too, but didn’t know if that was still out. I am well past that age. Disney Radio?
By JTesla
April 16, 2008 11:58 AM | Link to this
Making Sense: I want Cook, but I think it will be David for the finale.
By mvt
April 16, 2008 12:00 PM | Link to this
I read the brother has Brain cancer that has spread to his spine.
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 12:06 PM | Link to this
Me, too Suzee…I have no idea whether or not Tiger Beat is still around! :-)
But Disney IS the obvious place he could go until he grows up a little.
If you ask me, he should have waited a couple of years before trying out for Idol. He may be 17 but he acts more like 12.
By flats
April 16, 2008 12:08 PM | Link to this
Thanks…for getting it back to normal!
By Jex
April 16, 2008 12:13 PM | Link to this
I think they should raise the minimum age requirement to 18. I think they should be out of high school before they go through this process.
Not to mention that they’re usually a little more mature by then.
All this “Gee, Golly, Gosh” gets old.
By Negativo
April 16, 2008 12:15 PM | Link to this
I want to see a COOK-OFF! KLC and DC finale, baby. She has that carnal, wild cat thing that guys just want to tear into. She may not be a graceful cupie doll like Carrie, but who cares. I like the rougher edge and think if she keeps upping her game with good song selection, strong vocals, and confident stage presence anything could happen.
Look, it’s obviously David Cook and then the rest, but she’s better than Jason, better than Brooke, better than Carly, better than Archuletta and better than Sayesha. Sorry ladies (and Justin), but she’s number two at this point.
By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
April 16, 2008 12:17 PM | Link to this
Normal? what is normal? LOL!
I agree, D, Suzee, the biggest problem with Archie, although he DOES have a lovely singing voice, is that he’s too young. Just because you’ve won competitions since you were 7, 8, 9, 10 years old does NOT mean you are “ready for prime time” in the music industry. Take those adolescent wins and go somewhere, study, play, enjoy life for a few years, keep on singing FOR PLEASURE…. and THEN, if you still want to live a music-business life, get into the music business. David’s never apparently HAD a “real life” — he defends it as what “he wants” but… if you never know anything else, and if you listen to your parents/mentors/guardians/agents (all-in-one) and they tell you this is how it is supposed to be… why would you look for anything else? i pity the kid, because even if he DOES win, DOES make a hit album of some sort … what will he do then? “competitions” are over and the real-world Competition (Life) begins… with no tangible reward-goals at the end of 5 or 10 or 12 or 15 or 20 weeks… you MAY or may NOT “win” … and even if you win, there’s so much you have to sacrifice… is it really a win?
By Suzee
April 16, 2008 12:21 PM | Link to this
Golly, Gee, I think he IS 12. Think Daddy got a fake birth certificate to get him in. didn’t want to wait.
By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
April 16, 2008 12:22 PM | Link to this
Jex (good to see you btw) a number of us have in the past proposed the same thing… at LEAST graduated from high school if under 18, if they want to still include 17…with the graduation caveat…
i agree, they’re just NOT mature enough.
And i’m sorry, but Atlanta has had much better (tho’ i did like her) competitors than AlexAndrea Huffington, so why does AH get a “day” (yesterday was her day)… just askin’, LOL. I don’t really care, i just wondered if anyone knew what made HER more special than others from the area. I mean, should MJ get a “day” now that he’s been voted off???
lunch! later!
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 12:24 PM | Link to this
Jex and linny…you guys know I’ve been harping for YEARS about raising the age limit. 18 would be my absolute limit. Many teens are ill equipped to handle the pressure of this kind of show.
Carmen Rasmussen said something interesting about being a teen on Idol. She said that it took a few years before she felt confident enough to sing in public again. Whether you liked her or not, I think that’s very telling to the kind of experience teens have on a show like this.
By JTesla
April 16, 2008 12:33 PM | Link to this
I’m no fan of David A., but I don’t care what his age is. Heck I have been bashing his “awww shucks” routine since he did Imagine, but why does it matter how old he is? I’ve met too many people over the age of 21 who are extremely immature, and although this isn’t a singing competition his non-singing faults are not any worse than many of the other contestants. David C. is arrogant, Brooke is a mess, Carly is angry, KLC can’t move: is David A’s little boy antics really worse than anybody else’s defect?
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 12:39 PM | Link to this
JT…no they’re not but…he’s the ‘chosen one’ and we tend to rant about him more than the others because of it. We’ve a tendency not to want someone shoved down our throats(which WAS happening)so we look for the negatives.
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 12:43 PM | Link to this
There’s an ‘age of consent’ in this country and, IMO, until someone is old enough to legally sign his own paperwork, he shouldn’t be subjected to the harsh light of public criticism for something as personal as singing…now, if he robbed a bank, then shine that light on him!
By Negativo
April 16, 2008 12:44 PM | Link to this
JT, yes they are. His Mickey Mouse Club act may suck, but his monotonous singing also is terrible, as is his nauseating song selection. What’s good? Apparently he’s very cute to the tweener girls.
Then again, Castro is getting voted back every week strictly because of his adorable face, so there ya go.
By JTesla
April 16, 2008 1:10 PM | Link to this
Negativo, we are actually on a very similar page. I don’t think David A should be excluded because of his age, but I think he should have gotten the boot several weeks ago for the factors that you mentioned. I have a feeling that even at 18 David A is going to be an annoying Disney automaton.
By Suzee
April 16, 2008 1:11 PM | Link to this
JT, I don’t care if he is 17 or 77, but why can’t he act like he is 17? He has been in the spotlight enough that he could act like a professional instead of a goober.
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 1:18 PM | Link to this
LOL!!! Suzee!
By DawnH
April 16, 2008 1:21 PM | Link to this
Let’s not be too sure that David C will be in the final 2. A lot of us thought it would be MJ and DC in the final 2. We know how that turned out!
I think hosting the Disney Parade would be the perfect gig for The Virgin David when Idol ends. But, I guess he will go on tour with Idol either way. I’m sure Daddy will sign the permission slip - as long as he is allowed on the tour bus too.
Wanted to quickly ask my questions again. Was the tattooed guy in the audience last night really Carly’s husband? Suddenly HER tattoo doesn’t seem so bad. EWWWWW
Does anyone else think that Simon not being able to keep his hands off Paula is getting a little creepy?
By War Eagle
April 16, 2008 1:25 PM | Link to this
Yea I think goober is a good word to describe the little fellow.
By JTesla
April 16, 2008 1:26 PM | Link to this
Last night David A actually looked like he was painfully trying to keep the smile and golly gee routine in check. Honestly, when he was being critiqued he looked like he was constipated. It wasn’t until Ryan came over and in essence forced him to smile that he gave a giggle.
I was one of the first people on this blog to bash Archie for the little boy antics, I referred to it as a shtick and took some flak for that. However, I am not going to ignore the fact that he has reeled that behavior in. He obviously has been coached, or berated by dad and has done what he can to correct it. Now if only he can stop choosing garbage songs, and sing as if he has gotten the boys to drop then he will, in my mind, finally be worthy of being in the top 5.
By Willie the One Eyed Wonder Worm
April 16, 2008 1:29 PM | Link to this
DawnH, one question per post please.
By JTesla
April 16, 2008 1:31 PM | Link to this
DawnH, yes it was Carly’s husband. I think I remember Carly saying that he didn’t want to be on TV. I wonder if he thought it might hurt her chances. Luckily he has gotten over that fear.
Paula looked better than she has all season, if I was Simon I’d put my hands on her too.
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 1:32 PM | Link to this
Dawn…I’ve been talking about Simon and Paula for a long time. I blame Paula’s distraction and inability to concentrate on the fact that Simon will NOT leave her alone. Not only is it creepy…it’s like Simon is even more of a 12 year old than Archie is!
And yes, that was Carly’s hubby.
By War Eagle
April 16, 2008 1:35 PM | Link to this
I never cared for Johns much in the first place. His fan base is middle aged women and a few men. The younger ladies are voting for Castro and Goober. Men are voting for one of the chicks and David Cook. Johns got the fewest votes.
By Lara
April 16, 2008 1:36 PM | Link to this
I have been so busy today that I haven’t had time to check in on my AI blog family… I did watch last night, but did not Tivo (too many conflicts), and I missed Archie and Carly perform. But when I heard the playbacks at the end of the show - I wasn’t too upset with this. Is it just me, or does Carly seem to be straining? Like it is difficult for her to belt some of that out? Maybe you should just try to go for that soft sound to let us hear your real voice? I do not like Archie. And I agree that you should graduate highschool before you should be allowed into this kinda arena. But others have handled it fine. Look at Miley Cyrus, she is 15 and is more mature than this kid, by far. Is he really 17? The lip licking, the shy act, the aw shucks - come on now, they called people out on this before, why are they sparing him?
Brooke was awful last night. Can she not sing without the piano? It was so fast, so shaky and so outta key! I am tired of her crying and tired of her talking over the judges, over Ryan, just shut up already!
Syesha has a good voice, she just does not stand out amongst the crowd. There really is nothing unusual about her, nothing that makes you take a second look, a second listen and go “wow”.
David Cook rules!!!!
By Negativo
April 16, 2008 1:36 PM | Link to this
For those of you who want to compare Carly’s performance of “Without You” to the Idol Season One performance of the same song by Kelly go here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y58ELkNxwF0
By flats
April 16, 2008 1:38 PM | Link to this
Thanks agian !!!
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 1:43 PM | Link to this
Thank you, Neg…that was great! There was really no doubt in my mind from the first time I heard Kelly Clarkson sing, that she should be the winner of season 1. That was a really good reminder of just how great she is. Carly could really learn something from that version.
By Shay
April 16, 2008 1:45 PM | Link to this
There’s no comparison Neg. Kelly is in her league of her own when it comes to vocals. I do think that Carly has an amazing voice too, but she hasn’t quit perfected the way she uses it. Kelly has!
By cheri2628
April 16, 2008 1:52 PM | Link to this
I liked Carly’s softer look and voice(for part of the song), but then they ruined it by showing her freaky husband. I just don’t get Jason. I don’t think he has much talent and charisma at all. Brooke is still around because she is sweet and teary-eyed most of the time. Mostly I am just missing Michael. I wonder if the shock and outrage over his leaving will work in his favor. More attention, maybe? I hope so.
By flats
April 16, 2008 1:55 PM | Link to this
Neg…they both have huge juicy butts.We need to cheer for the ones we like and hate the others!
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 1:59 PM | Link to this
I think Carly is very pretty and has a lovely voice. I wish we could hear it more often…and I wish she didn’t make those faces when she sings….she looks like she’s trying out for Sweeney Todd, The Demon Barber of Fleet Street!
By JTesla
April 16, 2008 1:59 PM | Link to this
Flats… juicy? I’m thinking that is not such a good thing. I’m getting mixed visuals with that one.
By flats
April 16, 2008 2:02 PM | Link to this
Cheri.Micheal wont be coming back.He had his chance and blew just like his brother.They both put themselves up front and choked.Pick another person and ride them to the championship!
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 2:07 PM | Link to this
Brother????? What brother???? I’m lost again!
By flats
April 16, 2008 2:08 PM | Link to this
JT…Big ol fat butts.That make the swishing sound when they walk.
By JTesla
April 16, 2008 2:10 PM | Link to this
Deirdre, I think Flats is watching his own version of the show.
By Shay
April 16, 2008 2:11 PM | Link to this
Vick Deirdre!
He’s being funny.
By cheri2628
April 16, 2008 2:15 PM | Link to this
Flats…I realize that Michael won’t be back on AI. I am speaking of his future career, which I hope will be successful. I don’t think that he choked on AI. He had a lot of fans, but unfortunately quite often the people with the most talent don’t get as many votes as the ones with unique personalities(like Sanjaya). Since Michael is gone, I am rooting for David C.
By Shay
April 16, 2008 2:20 PM | Link to this
At least I think he’s talkin’ about Vick. Or maybe he is watching his own version of Idol. LOL!!
By flats
April 16, 2008 2:24 PM | Link to this
So Cheri…you really think MIKE will be big like chris daughter?His brother is serving time.
By Harmony
April 16, 2008 2:25 PM | Link to this
Neg, as promised I asked my daughter about Jason’s appeal, I’m going to put her on the blog to answer for herself. Remember she is my baby, so be nice!
This is Harm’s daughter. I personally like Jason because is unique to the competition. He is cute in a weird way and I really like how laid-back he appears. Also, for some reason his goofiness is attractive and entertaining. Gotta love his interviews too.
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 2:26 PM | Link to this
It could be either one Shay! LOL!!!
By Negativo
April 16, 2008 2:29 PM | Link to this
OK, I’ve got time on my hands today. Compare Mariah to Kelly singing “Don’t Play That Song”. At the risk of sacrilege, I think Kelly clearly outsang Mariah here, but you decide for yourself.
Mariah: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hk77VvS6Lj0&feature=related
Kelly: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sWsL4oDP-48
By War Eagle
April 16, 2008 2:32 PM | Link to this
Harm, I think that was the first “tag-team” post I have ever read. Thanks
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 2:33 PM | Link to this
Flats…I know that you know Cherie was talking about Michael Johns….the singer…from American Idol….the show we talk about on this blog.
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 2:41 PM | Link to this
That’s a tough one, Neg…..Mariah, back when it was the voice that was important, was terrific….so was Kelly.
I’m gonna take the easy(and safe) road and say I liked them both. Mariah’s seemed more innocent and light…Kelly’s version was earthy and rich…they both have a good command of the song….I’d say both are excellent.
By Harmony
April 16, 2008 2:41 PM | Link to this
War, she is great. She actually knows how to put spaces in the post and she can type much faster. She is going to be my typist when she is over here so you can expect many more “tag-teams.”
By War Eagle
April 16, 2008 2:49 PM | Link to this
Good to hear Harm
By cheri2628
April 16, 2008 3:02 PM | Link to this
No, Flats, I really don’t think that Michael will be as big as Daughtry, but I think few AI contestants (even some of the winners) can match Daughtry. I am just hoping that the AI exposure will give Michael Johns a better career than he would have had. He has a great voice with awesome potential. He seems like a really nice guy who got a raw deal from AI. He was very popular when he was here in Atlanta. I wish him well. And…if you are saying that Michael John’s brother is in jail, that really has nothing to do with his own success.
By Negativo
April 16, 2008 3:20 PM | Link to this
Hard to believe watching breathy giggle-boy today that he was actually very good in his childhood. Check out his baby version of “You’re All I Need”, and another Kelly bonus of the same song, as well.
Baby David: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6InpRCfkwyM
Kelly: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=69bIUb99pLE&feature=related
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 3:31 PM | Link to this
He needs to sing something lively like that, Neg. It would help!
By NW Lady
April 16, 2008 3:34 PM | Link to this
Neg, thanks for those youtubes with Kelly. Just LOVE that ‘growl! Haven’t seen those in awhile.
By flats
April 16, 2008 3:53 PM | Link to this
Thanks D….Your buddy shay said i was talking about vick!!!!
By Blkshepherd
April 16, 2008 3:55 PM | Link to this
No one sings Mariah like Mariah. I dont wanna cry Pleaseeeeeeeee leave that alone. My all time fav by Ms Carey. Did not have a favorite last night. My usual best voice of night is the two Davids which was just O.K.for me..wasent really that impressed by either. I generally dont agree with the judges so nothing either judge said held any water or changed my opinion. David Cook is still my favorite..but gave him a C last night. C+ for David A. D for the others. None of the female could hold a candle to Mariah. Cant wait to see Ms C. perform tonight..hope she wears that silver mini:-)…signed extremely Handsome Old Lonely Man:-)
By Harmony
April 16, 2008 3:58 PM | Link to this
Neg, Did you read my 2:25 post? Did her answer help at all?
By Negativo
April 16, 2008 4:12 PM | Link to this
Harmony, Neg just banged his forehead against his desk multiple times in exasperation after reading the response from your lovely daughter.
By flats
April 16, 2008 4:18 PM | Link to this
JT…Big juicy butts have bad gravy build up!
By JTesla
April 16, 2008 4:27 PM | Link to this
If that’s your thing Flats I won’t knock it. Personally, I like mine gravy free.
By Harmony
April 16, 2008 4:30 PM | Link to this
Thanks for calling me lovely. Anyway, I guess what I said earlier didn’t help so… he is apparently a good singer having made it this far (Hallelujah, Daydream, Somewhere Over the Rainbow being his best) and I don’t expect him to win. I think the competition is much more interesting with him in it though. Jason and David C. make it much more interesting considering all the girls(including Archuleta) sound the same to me. And it probably helps that I am a young female whereas you aren’t.
By flats
April 16, 2008 4:33 PM | Link to this
IT all depends on how many beers i drank.
By JTesla
April 16, 2008 4:37 PM | Link to this
I’m confused, we need an exorcism, split the Harmony’s in two. Doubling the Harmony can’t be bad, besides we need more warm bodies.
Welcome to the blog Harmony’s daughter.
By Harmony
April 16, 2008 4:45 PM | Link to this
JT, Thanks. However, I usually don’t have this much time on my hands so unfortunatly we can’t be split and I won’t be able to start on my own.
By kellyfan
April 16, 2008 4:46 PM | Link to this
Hey y’all!
I’m clearly biased, but Carly’s version of Without You, while good, does not compare to Kelly’s at all…
Neg, nice trip down AI season 1. Ahh, it was all so new then. One of Kelly’s best performances ever was Stuff Like That There…
By Justin
April 16, 2008 4:51 PM | Link to this
So I’m happy to say I have predicted the bottom 3 2 times in a row so far, probably would have predicted top 12 also, but didn’t actually think about it.
I got top 9 right: Brooke, Kristy, Ramiele.
Top 8: Michael, Syesha, Carly.
And once again I think I’ll get tonight’s right…
Carly, Syesha, Brooke. Man that is a lot of all female bottom 3’s this season, more than ever probably. This will be the…. 3rd time this season.. out of 6 Top 12 rounds.
This is not always the bottom 3 I want though… unfortunately.
makes me sick how america is voting what a joke
By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
April 16, 2008 4:57 PM | Link to this
Hey Harmony’s Daughter…. you can change the name before you post, if you want to show it’s you instead of your mom, lol…. however, don’t ask ME for advice on that because that’s how Harmony started blogging here in the first place! i tried to pretend to be a lurker, and she came on and said she was a real lurker, but stayed, so she wasn’t a lurker any more and then became harmony….
breathing hard whew!
By Harmony
April 16, 2008 5:17 PM | Link to this
Linny , she left for school, but I’ll show her your post when she gets back.
By NW Lady
April 16, 2008 5:37 PM | Link to this
“Life’s a beach” ain’t it Justin?
Carly, Syesha, and Brooke are so close in score..it could be any one of those three tonight. We are going out to dinner with friends and will probably miss the show, darn it. Hopefully, I can find out the results before we leave.
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 5:44 PM | Link to this
I don’t think the closeness of the score on dialidol matters all that much, keeping in mind that Michael Johns not only scored higher than David Cook last week on dialidol but substantially higher than both Syesha and Carly. While dialidol might give us an idea of who is going home, the specific scores don’t seem to matter.
By Chazz
April 16, 2008 5:44 PM | Link to this
Am I the only one that thinks David A. is just a one trick pony?????
David Cook is nothing more than a scam artist, ripping off people’s versions of songs and pretending it’s his until elimination night..he’s got a lot of people fooled!
Syesha is making each song her own and she gets slammed for it, but David A does the same thing (he’s nothing more than a Junior version of Taylor Hicks , and we all know what happened to him!)
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 5:52 PM | Link to this
Chazz….if you have spent anytime reading what people say here, you’d know you’re not the only one.
As for David Cook…3 of the songs he has sung have been arranged by other people for whom credit was given. 2 arrangers were given credit on performance night and the third was credited on results night. Are you watching the show or are you only hearing what you want to hear?
By NW Lady
April 16, 2008 6:03 PM | Link to this
That’s just it. MJ was in the bottom three (yellow) with Syesha and Carly last week which means any one of them could go home based on MOE. But, I do agree, Dialidol is not affiliated with Fox and the margin of error compared with the actual AI tally is basically the end result. Diedra, you’re right, I’ve noticed the specific scores don’t seem to matter. Confusing??
By NW Lady
April 16, 2008 6:12 PM | Link to this
Deirdre, (sorry about the misspelled name)in the previous post. Are most of you guys from the ATL area? I’m from south of yall, just live in the Northwest.
By Deirdre
April 16, 2008 6:14 PM | Link to this
According to dialidol last week the bottom three were Syesha, Carly and David Cook…not MJ….he was 4th from the bottom. They did list MJ as ‘in danger’ however. So basically…anyone who is in the yellow zone on dialidol could go home, not necessarily the bottom person.
Actually…dialidol rarely gets the bottom 3 completely right.
By JTesla
April 16, 2008 6:21 PM | Link to this
All of which reinforces my opinion that Dialidol is worthless. Along with VFTW - had to throw that in there.
By NW Lady
April 16, 2008 6:28 PM | Link to this
I guess I wasn’t really clear. I didn’t mean that the very last person listed on Dialidol would go home. What I was trying to say was that everyone in yellow was in danger and could go home. I wasn’t sure where MJ was in line, but I knew that he was in the yellow zone. Yeah, I know, the AI tally is the REAL results. It’s fun to check out Dialidol though..it does give a ballpark result. Usually the ones in green ARE safe.
By dave
April 16, 2008 6:45 PM | Link to this
My how we simply adore our karaoke. Some people are so stupid that only a record company could love them. It’s a focus group for their record label and you’re all falling head over heels for it. It’s quite sad, actually.
By JTesla
April 16, 2008 6:52 PM | Link to this
Thanks for your insight Dave, I now know the error of my ways and will change my life accordingly.
By Chris
April 17, 2008 3:11 AM | Link to this
I am really upset that Kristy Lee Cook was let go…obviously, this show is rigged, and it’s not about who the real talent is, it’s just about putting weird people on t.v. for ratings!!!
By Jane
April 24, 2008 1:44 PM | Link to this
I am quite tired of American Idol being a popularity contest for the teeny-boppers in the crowd, furiously calling in their votes for their heart-throbs. Idol needs to change the format so true talent is rewarded. While not a Carly fan, I was surprised to see her go. Jason is a prime example of the popularity contest. 13-year-old girls are voting for him because he has long eyelashes. Come on girls, he’s effeminate (look it up), whispery, completely lacking in personality and, especially, talent.
By A Storybook Life
July 1, 2008 2:35 PM | Link to this
We use the idol show as great time to spend with our family. If we’re not home - we DVR it to watch later.
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By cheap skateboards
July 7, 2008 9:08 PM | Link to this
I can’t wait for the next Idol! cheap skateboards
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December 24, 2008 9:32 PM | Link to this
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December 24, 2008 9:34 PM | Link to this
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