I am just cringing a little bit. Look we all know I am no big fan of Brooke's personality. But (and thank god you can just scroll down to see this) I was a fan of her voice and even her style of music. But here is the bottom line...this girl cannot deal with the pressures of this industry. We basically just witnessed a breakdown live on national television. This poor girl. Yikes. I am so uncomfortable.
So let's backtrack a bit. Show opens and Ryan acknowledges the weirdness of the night, but not the actual issue -- Paula. Then we go to Neil Diamond medley -- OMG, terrible. Until David Cook sings, this looks like an old amateur hour. Yes girls, switch seats! And forcing Brooke to dance with David Cook? Talk about uncomfortable. This top 5 looks retarded together. Note to those who think the tour would be bad, I just want to point out that they don't really do a lot of group numbers on tour. They let each of the top 10 do some songs (as they get toward the top, each contestant does more songs). But then why do they torture us with these things each week? Why didn't David and David just sing You Don't Bring Me Flowers and we could move to the Top 2?
Then Ryan is talking to Constantine and Gina Glocksen. I understand that Constantine had the charisma to get a chance to host a show, but Gina -- what season was she from? And who cares?
Then they recap. Brooke's second choice was really good. Jason Castro really has no musical context. I think it is a problem that he doesn't know Andrew Lloyd Webber or Neil Diamond -- even enough to pick a song or two that he knows?? Are they not going back to the Paula moment? Really? FYI, I skipped to watch only results related things and am now watching everything else, so I'm not in order. Aha, here are Ryan's comments. What rumors is he talking about? That Paula couldn't complete a sentence? Dude that is not a rumor, that is truth. But I am glad that he acknowledged that she is part of the family and they love her. Someone asked me tonight if Paula should be replaced -- No. She is a little crazy, but who cares? She is part of the dynamic of the show. We need something to focus on when America votes idiotically. At least we can all unite in the fact that Paula can be crazy. Oh and just so you know, I have serious issues spelling retarded. I always think it is retarted like a tart. Anyway...
Who thinks Jason Castro smokes the heeby jeeb? He is just too smiley to be completely okay.
Really, they think I am going to watch So You Think They Can Dance? No way dude. I need six months to recover before the next season of Idol.
I LOVED David Cook's comments that Paula calling him the next Idol made him worried that it was the kiss of death like what happened with Simon and Carly. David Cook wanted a finale with Carly too. He loves her like I do.
So finally it is the bottom two, Brooke and Syesha, as it should have been for many weeks. Not unexpected. Not brand new for them. Both of them had a lot to say back to Ryan as he tried to get through his cue cards. God they are annoying.
I actually didn't watch Natasha Bedingfield sing on the second viewing either. Ryan asked Natasha if she felt the same way during her auditions as the top 5 and she said yes but then she said she didn't have any auditions. Is her name Paula? And then she wanted to say hi to David A. I though he would gasp out of breath. No, but really, that was cute.
Q&A time - I love this new addition to the season. Note to those people who are doing research on what to change or not change, definitely keep the Q&A. I love it. How did they find this woman who kissed Simon when they were 9? He genuinely liked her -- so sweet!!
And oh my god, I watched a verse of Neil Diamond but I couldn't bear it. I liked the horn section dancing in the background. What happened between Neil and Simon??
So back to results. Brooke is the one to go. Wow, she was really crying. Like sobbing. And I genuinely felt bad for her. And her husband. But come on, didn't she know this was coming eventually? And then of course she couldn't sing (or remember the words) but she didn't just stop and acknowledge that. Did you see David Cook awkwardly try to reach out to her like, "Oh you can stop now, it's ok, just chill?" But she didn't stop. She kind of lost it with a vengeance. Go Brooke, go.
SO it is the top 4. David and David and Jason and Syesha. WOW, that Syesha has been in the bottom 2 almost every week. But she is still there. What is the theme next week? God I hope it is current song week. I would love to see them do one current song finally.
I have to sign off now, because I am going to download David's song from last night. To my new readers, here is my sign off,
don't be ashamed of your obsessions...
because you have to admit them to truly enjoy them.
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Neil Diamond - worst theme ever?
Let me start with this -- Neil Diamond, you are no Andrew Lloyd Webber. It is quite shocking that I could say this considering I have only had negative things to say about ALW for quite some time. But seriously, Neil basically had these contestants sing for him and then he said, oh you're okay. No guidance was given or at least, no guidance was shown. And the songs pretty much sucked -- maybe if we heard more than 4 seconds of each song it would have been okay?
Second point, I forgot about that song Cherry, Cherry -- whoever does that could be my winner. Now to the contestants...
Jason Castro -- "Forever in Blue Jeans" COME ON he really forgot to look at the right lyrics sheets while singing in front of Neil Diamond? Is this guy an idiot? I would like to know his back story. Look Carrie Underwood was from a one stoplight town in Oklahoma and she wasn't an idiot. I have to say, though, that this guy is so freaking lucky -- what a great mentor theme for him! Despite his being able to stay after sucking last week, he couldn't have picked a better theme to have a shot with. First song done, pretty well done.
The problem is right now I am so mad that he is there over Carly, that I can't deal.
David Cook -- "I'm Alive" Even Neil, who isn't really that excited to be here got goosebumps. So song 1 is him doing his raw voice as Simon likes. First song, good, but not a great song choice for me.
No problem with him because I thought he deserved to stay even though Carly left, so I can deal.
Brooke White -- "I'm a Believer" Are you a hugger or a handshaker? I personally am mad at her, so I would say neither. I think I'm a believer is a dumb song and I can only think of Shrek recently, and although I am glad she didn't dance, she looked retarded. Did Paula really feel the need to dance to this? And why was Brooke wearing silver pants that did not match her denim shirt?
The problem is right now I am so mad that she is there over Carly that I can't deal.
David Archuleta -- "Sweet Caroline" I might have to shut off the TV. Carly has already said on multiple interviews that she was going to do Sweet Caroline this week -- with a cello and piano, in a slowed down version. I can't believe Gaspuleta is stealing her song before her grave is even cold!!! Neil called him a prodigy which is another term for a freak. This poor kid has been ruined by his stage father. Cheesy Simon Fuller (remember he created the Spice Girls) loves this kid. And I feel bad because he is sweet and actually has a great voice, but the relevance is so off the mark, that I can't fall for it. He did not make Sweet Caroline cheesier than it already is with a trumpet background, did he?
The problem is right now I am so mad that Carly isn't there that although I knew he still would be, I can't deal.
Syesha -- "Hello Again" Neil Diamond has the hots for Syesha. He said she is infectious and wanted to hug her. Brooke had to ask if he liked a handshake or a hug, but her asked to hug Syesha. Gross. Okay, the hand waving in her face while she smiled and sang Hello again -- this girl is so not genuine. Stop smiling! And let me explain something to everyone -- yes, I am pulling the singing card on you all --she has no resonance to her tone -- it is straight, has no depth, it is like listening in monotone instead of stereo. And girl, put on some shoes!!
The problem is right now I am so mad that Carly isn't there and this zero personality or depth is, that I can't deal.
END OF ROUND 1 --
Randy, no for Jason, Cook was solid, Brooke karaoke, Archuleta was THE BOMB (WHAT??), Syesha was strong
Paula, WHAT? She is retarded. Simon was trying to save her, poor woman
Simon, Jason forgettable, David C above average, Brooke a nightmare, Archuleta was amateurish, Syesha old fashioned. He says none of this is top 5 material ABSOLUTELY RIGHT SIMON.
DING, DING, DING ROUND 2
Jason Castro -- "September Morn" He is doing an impression of Neil Diamond. But it suits him. God this song is cheesy. He is just not a strong vocalist. I really liked that Simon admonished him for not being the guy they put into the competition. He has strayed really far. BUH BYE
David Cook -- "All I Really Need Is You" I have only heard two lines and I am going to download this. His voice makes each song modern. And he proves that he will make a great album because his song choices are great. I don't know this song or what it really sounds like, but I want this right now. Number One hit. Simon and I are totally in sync. Paula has already declared him the American Idol and Simon said he was brilliant. VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE
Can I just say that I am so sad that it couldn't have been David Cook, Carly and Michael Johns top 3 -- what a competition! I still think David C would have won because he has been consistently better, but that would have really given us a show. Now he is just such a shoo in and so above and beyond better than these others, it looks lame.
Brooke White -- "I am I Said" She wrote the words on her hand. Retard. HOWEVER, very good song choice. This is why she was chosen to be on this show. Not a great vocal, though, which is still a problem. But she should have always sung like this and KEPT HER MOUTH SHUT. OK DOG
David A -- "America" COME ON -- who is not laughing right now? Am I watching Mickey Mouse Club? This kid is just too young. Damn it he has great vocal cords, but who is buying his albums? Watch, next he will be photographed naked by Annie Leibovitz for Vanity Fair. How much money are the judges getting paid to tell him he is great? I feel bad for not liking him, but I don't. And I know he will be in the finale, but I really hope he doesn't win. OK DOG
Syesha -- "Thank the Lord for the Nighttime" Look Syesha is the only black singer in the top 10 this year and I think that is a shame. She is so flat and tinny and not SOUL at all. And I don't think she is genuine at all. So we are not getting any great soul music this season which I enjoy. Simon thinks she is in trouble. She did not have a memorable second song. Why is Paula fighting so hard for her? Go drink something Paula. BUH BYE
Don't like the rushing of two songs for such a bad theme. Make them do one Neil Diamond and one other song or just one song total. No one did Cherry Cherry, but no doubt in my mind that David Cook was the clear winner of tonight. I am only voting for him -- about 20 times.
Wow, Carly I miss you. You know what, though? She was on WPLJ talking to Scott and Todd and she is psyched to make her album and have some extra time before the tour to do it. Awesome, I will be waiting.
And for all of you,
don't be ashamed of your obsessions...
Second point, I forgot about that song Cherry, Cherry -- whoever does that could be my winner. Now to the contestants...
Jason Castro -- "Forever in Blue Jeans" COME ON he really forgot to look at the right lyrics sheets while singing in front of Neil Diamond? Is this guy an idiot? I would like to know his back story. Look Carrie Underwood was from a one stoplight town in Oklahoma and she wasn't an idiot. I have to say, though, that this guy is so freaking lucky -- what a great mentor theme for him! Despite his being able to stay after sucking last week, he couldn't have picked a better theme to have a shot with. First song done, pretty well done.
The problem is right now I am so mad that he is there over Carly, that I can't deal.
David Cook -- "I'm Alive" Even Neil, who isn't really that excited to be here got goosebumps. So song 1 is him doing his raw voice as Simon likes. First song, good, but not a great song choice for me.
No problem with him because I thought he deserved to stay even though Carly left, so I can deal.
Brooke White -- "I'm a Believer" Are you a hugger or a handshaker? I personally am mad at her, so I would say neither. I think I'm a believer is a dumb song and I can only think of Shrek recently, and although I am glad she didn't dance, she looked retarded. Did Paula really feel the need to dance to this? And why was Brooke wearing silver pants that did not match her denim shirt?
The problem is right now I am so mad that she is there over Carly that I can't deal.
David Archuleta -- "Sweet Caroline" I might have to shut off the TV. Carly has already said on multiple interviews that she was going to do Sweet Caroline this week -- with a cello and piano, in a slowed down version. I can't believe Gaspuleta is stealing her song before her grave is even cold!!! Neil called him a prodigy which is another term for a freak. This poor kid has been ruined by his stage father. Cheesy Simon Fuller (remember he created the Spice Girls) loves this kid. And I feel bad because he is sweet and actually has a great voice, but the relevance is so off the mark, that I can't fall for it. He did not make Sweet Caroline cheesier than it already is with a trumpet background, did he?
The problem is right now I am so mad that Carly isn't there that although I knew he still would be, I can't deal.
Syesha -- "Hello Again" Neil Diamond has the hots for Syesha. He said she is infectious and wanted to hug her. Brooke had to ask if he liked a handshake or a hug, but her asked to hug Syesha. Gross. Okay, the hand waving in her face while she smiled and sang Hello again -- this girl is so not genuine. Stop smiling! And let me explain something to everyone -- yes, I am pulling the singing card on you all --she has no resonance to her tone -- it is straight, has no depth, it is like listening in monotone instead of stereo. And girl, put on some shoes!!
The problem is right now I am so mad that Carly isn't there and this zero personality or depth is, that I can't deal.
END OF ROUND 1 --
Randy, no for Jason, Cook was solid, Brooke karaoke, Archuleta was THE BOMB (WHAT??), Syesha was strong
Paula, WHAT? She is retarded. Simon was trying to save her, poor woman
Simon, Jason forgettable, David C above average, Brooke a nightmare, Archuleta was amateurish, Syesha old fashioned. He says none of this is top 5 material ABSOLUTELY RIGHT SIMON.
DING, DING, DING ROUND 2
Jason Castro -- "September Morn" He is doing an impression of Neil Diamond. But it suits him. God this song is cheesy. He is just not a strong vocalist. I really liked that Simon admonished him for not being the guy they put into the competition. He has strayed really far. BUH BYE
David Cook -- "All I Really Need Is You" I have only heard two lines and I am going to download this. His voice makes each song modern. And he proves that he will make a great album because his song choices are great. I don't know this song or what it really sounds like, but I want this right now. Number One hit. Simon and I are totally in sync. Paula has already declared him the American Idol and Simon said he was brilliant. VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE
Can I just say that I am so sad that it couldn't have been David Cook, Carly and Michael Johns top 3 -- what a competition! I still think David C would have won because he has been consistently better, but that would have really given us a show. Now he is just such a shoo in and so above and beyond better than these others, it looks lame.
Brooke White -- "I am I Said" She wrote the words on her hand. Retard. HOWEVER, very good song choice. This is why she was chosen to be on this show. Not a great vocal, though, which is still a problem. But she should have always sung like this and KEPT HER MOUTH SHUT. OK DOG
David A -- "America" COME ON -- who is not laughing right now? Am I watching Mickey Mouse Club? This kid is just too young. Damn it he has great vocal cords, but who is buying his albums? Watch, next he will be photographed naked by Annie Leibovitz for Vanity Fair. How much money are the judges getting paid to tell him he is great? I feel bad for not liking him, but I don't. And I know he will be in the finale, but I really hope he doesn't win. OK DOG
Syesha -- "Thank the Lord for the Nighttime" Look Syesha is the only black singer in the top 10 this year and I think that is a shame. She is so flat and tinny and not SOUL at all. And I don't think she is genuine at all. So we are not getting any great soul music this season which I enjoy. Simon thinks she is in trouble. She did not have a memorable second song. Why is Paula fighting so hard for her? Go drink something Paula. BUH BYE
Don't like the rushing of two songs for such a bad theme. Make them do one Neil Diamond and one other song or just one song total. No one did Cherry Cherry, but no doubt in my mind that David Cook was the clear winner of tonight. I am only voting for him -- about 20 times.
Wow, Carly I miss you. You know what, though? She was on WPLJ talking to Scott and Todd and she is psyched to make her album and have some extra time before the tour to do it. Awesome, I will be waiting.
And for all of you,
don't be ashamed of your obsessions...
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
I CAN'T - just read what I wrote, because I can't talk about it
Did you do enough to keep your favorite in the competition? That was Ryan's opening question. I tried to -- 8 text votes for Carly, 4 for David Cook, 1 for David A. Before you all tell me you won't watch anymore or you can't believe this etc. etc. Let me ask you -- did you vote?
Not to be political, but especially this year, this show epitomizes this country. I do not want to offend anyone, but from a historical point of view, let me explain. I can't dare be that explicit, but offline if you want me to be, I can.
Season 1 -- Tamyra was the clear favorite with Kelly Clarkson in 2nd. Tamyra was voted off 4th and Kelly competed against loser Justin Guarini. Kelly won and proved to be amazing, but her first album was pretty lame and cheesy. It wasn't until she stopped being cutesy and got real and gutsy with Since You Been Gone that she became a Superstar.
Season 2 -- Ruben vs Clay. Clay was a little off the beaten path in his looks, outfits, etc. He got made over, so he got as far as he did but he clearly should have won. Ruben won. Clay sold tons of albums and Ruben didn't. Clay came out and now Clay is in Spamalot.
Season 3 -- Fantasia vs Diana de Garmo. Jennifer Hudson is kicked off, Latoya London is kicked off, only one diva is left standing. And I think because everyone was so fed up with her having to compete with a midget who could not sing well, she won. Thank god.
Season 4 -- Bo vs Carrie. Bo was the first COOL singer on Idol. He did rocker first with a southern rock twist. He had long hair, he sang amazingly well. Carrie was sweet Oklahoma, country girl -- fantastic voice who grew in the competition. I went to that finale and remember how blown away I was by her voice. She did deserve to win, despite him being cooler at the time, because I remember thinking "He is too cool to win this -- he doesn't need it." Ends up he did, but regardless, the country girl won and became the biggest selling Idol of all time. She stuck to being a country singer.
Season 5 -- Daughtry, by far the most real, genuine, talented contestant. He is voted off 4th and old man Taylor Hicks and pretty girl Katherine McPhee vie for the title. Neither succeed. Daughtry puts out a fantastic album the way he wants to and becomes the biggest seller of the year.
Season 6 -- No one is very talented. But the cool kid, Blake, cannot win because this show always forces a cheesy finale song which a beat box rocker guy could not possibly sing better than a 17 year old diva like female. Melinda is clearly the most talented, but she cannot get into the top 2. Jordin now can't sing because she busted her vocal cords.
Season 7 -- Clearly the most talented group which may be the problem with this season. There is not just 1 cool kid. There is David Cook, Carly Smithson, Jason Castro and yes, even Brooke White is cooler than any all other contestants in previous seasons with the exception of Bo and Daughtry. And so our votes are getting split. And so the uber cheesy like Ramiele and the uber bible belt like Kristy and the uber boy toy like David Archuleta will prevail longer than the rest.
Do I miss Michael Johns -- yes, but we can all agree that he was not always at the top of his game. However, I was shocked he left. He was Australian.
And somehow, although I fell off of my chair, I am not completely surprised that Carly, the Irish rocker, with tattoos and a husband with tattoos on his face cannot win American Idol -- despite singing Jesus Christ Superstar (get my drift?) she cannot. Because ultimately, this competition reflects the majority of this country. We are not NY and LA, we are everything in between, up and down and all around. And an Irish rocker with tattoos and a husband with tattoos on his face cannot beat gaspuleta who was born and raised on Star Search.
And how many of my 90 blog subscribers voted? I can say this right now. If you did not vote last night, do not discuss the results with me. Were the results wrong? TOTALLY Were the bottom 2 wrong? TOTALLY But did you do something to affect them? If not, then you can't really complain because these results are based on votes.
And if you did vote and are as shell shocked as me, remember these names -- Michael Johns, Carly Smithson, anyone else who has gotten into the top 10. If they are genuinely talented, they do now have the chance to record and sell an album that can be super successful. They do not need to win. But if they weren't on this show, and if you hadn't watched them, they would probably not have had a chance in hell.
We all know that the best do not always win. In the case of politics, the best do not even always run, but the American dream is not about winning, it is about being given the opportunity. And thus what American Idol provides these contestants -- an opportunity to get in front of 30 million viewers. You can choose to not watch anymore because of this, but then you are only hurting the opportunity for these contestants -- the ones you would have voted for, the ones whose album you would have bought, to show you what they can do -- to play out their American Dream.
I can't sign off.
Not to be political, but especially this year, this show epitomizes this country. I do not want to offend anyone, but from a historical point of view, let me explain. I can't dare be that explicit, but offline if you want me to be, I can.
Season 1 -- Tamyra was the clear favorite with Kelly Clarkson in 2nd. Tamyra was voted off 4th and Kelly competed against loser Justin Guarini. Kelly won and proved to be amazing, but her first album was pretty lame and cheesy. It wasn't until she stopped being cutesy and got real and gutsy with Since You Been Gone that she became a Superstar.
Season 2 -- Ruben vs Clay. Clay was a little off the beaten path in his looks, outfits, etc. He got made over, so he got as far as he did but he clearly should have won. Ruben won. Clay sold tons of albums and Ruben didn't. Clay came out and now Clay is in Spamalot.
Season 3 -- Fantasia vs Diana de Garmo. Jennifer Hudson is kicked off, Latoya London is kicked off, only one diva is left standing. And I think because everyone was so fed up with her having to compete with a midget who could not sing well, she won. Thank god.
Season 4 -- Bo vs Carrie. Bo was the first COOL singer on Idol. He did rocker first with a southern rock twist. He had long hair, he sang amazingly well. Carrie was sweet Oklahoma, country girl -- fantastic voice who grew in the competition. I went to that finale and remember how blown away I was by her voice. She did deserve to win, despite him being cooler at the time, because I remember thinking "He is too cool to win this -- he doesn't need it." Ends up he did, but regardless, the country girl won and became the biggest selling Idol of all time. She stuck to being a country singer.
Season 5 -- Daughtry, by far the most real, genuine, talented contestant. He is voted off 4th and old man Taylor Hicks and pretty girl Katherine McPhee vie for the title. Neither succeed. Daughtry puts out a fantastic album the way he wants to and becomes the biggest seller of the year.
Season 6 -- No one is very talented. But the cool kid, Blake, cannot win because this show always forces a cheesy finale song which a beat box rocker guy could not possibly sing better than a 17 year old diva like female. Melinda is clearly the most talented, but she cannot get into the top 2. Jordin now can't sing because she busted her vocal cords.
Season 7 -- Clearly the most talented group which may be the problem with this season. There is not just 1 cool kid. There is David Cook, Carly Smithson, Jason Castro and yes, even Brooke White is cooler than any all other contestants in previous seasons with the exception of Bo and Daughtry. And so our votes are getting split. And so the uber cheesy like Ramiele and the uber bible belt like Kristy and the uber boy toy like David Archuleta will prevail longer than the rest.
Do I miss Michael Johns -- yes, but we can all agree that he was not always at the top of his game. However, I was shocked he left. He was Australian.
And somehow, although I fell off of my chair, I am not completely surprised that Carly, the Irish rocker, with tattoos and a husband with tattoos on his face cannot win American Idol -- despite singing Jesus Christ Superstar (get my drift?) she cannot. Because ultimately, this competition reflects the majority of this country. We are not NY and LA, we are everything in between, up and down and all around. And an Irish rocker with tattoos and a husband with tattoos on his face cannot beat gaspuleta who was born and raised on Star Search.
And how many of my 90 blog subscribers voted? I can say this right now. If you did not vote last night, do not discuss the results with me. Were the results wrong? TOTALLY Were the bottom 2 wrong? TOTALLY But did you do something to affect them? If not, then you can't really complain because these results are based on votes.
And if you did vote and are as shell shocked as me, remember these names -- Michael Johns, Carly Smithson, anyone else who has gotten into the top 10. If they are genuinely talented, they do now have the chance to record and sell an album that can be super successful. They do not need to win. But if they weren't on this show, and if you hadn't watched them, they would probably not have had a chance in hell.
We all know that the best do not always win. In the case of politics, the best do not even always run, but the American dream is not about winning, it is about being given the opportunity. And thus what American Idol provides these contestants -- an opportunity to get in front of 30 million viewers. You can choose to not watch anymore because of this, but then you are only hurting the opportunity for these contestants -- the ones you would have voted for, the ones whose album you would have bought, to show you what they can do -- to play out their American Dream.
I can't sign off.
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Who knew Andrew Lloyd Webber was so funny?
Okay people. We knew this would be a weird week. But I have to give these contestants credit -- even though most picked very well known songs, they weren't all completely out of their elements. I personally would have found some of the more obscure cooler songs ALW wrote, but maybe they weren't allowed too? I think this week solidified the front runners from those who were getting away with being cool over being singers. There were clearly 3 winners and 2 losers and 1 person who did well but I simply cannot go there for.
Let me begin by saying that I loved Sir ALW's speech to the contestants -- I am here for you - to help you get better and do your best. Loved that - I am going to interject my favorite ALW line before each contestant. Here we go...
ALW: I WANT TO SEE THE UNANIMATED VERSION
Syesha -- "One Rock and Roll too Many" Anyone notice that she got the dreaded number 1 spot? The one that usually leads to being kicked off? Are the producers hoping to get rid of her? Not sure what show this is from. It was a good choice for her and she definitely finally had a personality. Sang well but I felt totally uncomfortable with Simon telling her she looked sexy. She can go replace Fantasia in Color Purple since she likes to copy her anyway. I can't say she was bad. She was good but I can't vote for her. OK DOG
ALW: I NEVER THOUGHT I'D EVER SEE A MAN SINGING MEMORY WITH DREADLOCKS
Jason Castro -- "Memory" I DIDN'T KNOW A CAT WAS SINGING IT? Where has this kid lived? What planet is he from? He should have let a cat sing it because a cat would have been better. Look, if he could have just been able to sing it, it might have been fun - could have hinted at his Hallelujah performance, but he can't sing it. And this is a singing competition. Why did Paula need to point out that he is not a female power balladeer? Really, Paula? I was so sure he was a power balladeer because of all the times that I have had to turn up the volume on my TV to hear him sing. She needs to be edited. Anyway, most likely this week Jason would be voted off, but lucky for him, someone may have done worse. BUH BYE
Which leads me to...
ALW: I DON'T THINK THAT GIRL HAD A CLUE ABOUT WHAT SHE WAS SINGING ABOUT
Brooke White -- "You Must Love Me" One of the most obvious choices in terms of finding an easy song. ALW wrote this song for Madonna to sing in the movie version of Evita so she could have a shot at the Oscar for original song. Let's address the do-over. I totally agree with Simon that it was absolutely okay for Brooke to start over rather than mess up. As someone who always thinks she is going to forget the words, I get it. So that is not hte issue. What is the issue is that Brooke cannot sing well. This song which was actually in an easy range (has to be for Madonna), proved too difficult for her and so she just cannot win a singing competition. She was very lucky that Simon was so classy in his remarks. He could have been very, very mean for that one. And let me be clear that even with the explanation, Brooke did not understand the song. It is not "You Must Love ME" It is "You Must LOVE me." ALW even said that! BUH BYE
ALW: HE JUST MUST KEEP HIS EYES OPEN - I CAN'T WATCH SOMEBODY WHO'S GOT HIS EYES CLOSED ALL THE TIME
David Archuleta -- "Think of Me" Why did Ryan make him endure little girls running on stage and hugging him? I would have freaked out. So little gaspuleta "soulified" the song. I was undecided on whether this version was cheesy or something special. Unfortunately i just kept watching to see if closed his eyes. But he sang well. Did he forget the words in the middle? Although he sang well, there is no way that he is the one to beat. Randy is crazy. Yes David proves the point that if you can sing you can sing anything -- but does that make him relevant? Or worthy of me purchasing his CD? I agree with Simon - pleasant but not enough. I'm torn, but he should be back. VOTE
ALW: THAT'S NOT THE SONG FOR A GIRL WITH A GREAT BIG CHEST VOICE
Carly Smithson -- "Jesus Christ Superstar" What a perfect choice. She showed personality, she looked great and she enjoyed what she was doing. I don't know if any of you know the song, but the chorus is not usually sung in the repeating way she did it. I loved the riff she did. She sang it and made it modern and (well can you tell I loved it?) I was really surprised Randy didn't like it. There is obviously some conspiracy against her. Thank god Simon finally liked it. The t-shirt was cute. I sensed genuine excitement which was cool. VOTE
ALW: I'M A GORGEOUS 17 YEAR OLD GIRL
David Cook -- "Music of the Night" Part of me hated it. Why did he have a British accent? But part of me thought it was smart for him not to change it up this time. He got to show that he can really, really sing which sometimes gets lost in all of the re-done versions of songs David does so well with. I love musical theater so I love that even the rocker, loves it (unlike Jason who has lived in a box and hasn't heard of Cats). However the accent made it feel old and like he was just singing along to the soundtrack. But when he hit that high note - PERFECTLY! then I was okay with this choice. He is safe - he is the favorite, why not indulge and maybe get some of the grandparents / parents who may not understand him on his side? And sing that musical theater song to show his range? VOTE
Note to David -- ALW is a Sir, not a Lord.
NOTE to Ryan -- don't sing, ever. And what is Andrew Lloyd Webber going to perform tomorrow? How many of you think ALW was pretty cool?
For me, Carly was the clear winner with David Cook and David Archuleta next. Syesha was alright and Jason was pretty bad, but Brookey (as Bob says) is buh bye. I can't believe we are down to 5! Just remember...
don't be ashamed of your obsessions...
Let me begin by saying that I loved Sir ALW's speech to the contestants -- I am here for you - to help you get better and do your best. Loved that - I am going to interject my favorite ALW line before each contestant. Here we go...
ALW: I WANT TO SEE THE UNANIMATED VERSION
Syesha -- "One Rock and Roll too Many" Anyone notice that she got the dreaded number 1 spot? The one that usually leads to being kicked off? Are the producers hoping to get rid of her? Not sure what show this is from. It was a good choice for her and she definitely finally had a personality. Sang well but I felt totally uncomfortable with Simon telling her she looked sexy. She can go replace Fantasia in Color Purple since she likes to copy her anyway. I can't say she was bad. She was good but I can't vote for her. OK DOG
ALW: I NEVER THOUGHT I'D EVER SEE A MAN SINGING MEMORY WITH DREADLOCKS
Jason Castro -- "Memory" I DIDN'T KNOW A CAT WAS SINGING IT? Where has this kid lived? What planet is he from? He should have let a cat sing it because a cat would have been better. Look, if he could have just been able to sing it, it might have been fun - could have hinted at his Hallelujah performance, but he can't sing it. And this is a singing competition. Why did Paula need to point out that he is not a female power balladeer? Really, Paula? I was so sure he was a power balladeer because of all the times that I have had to turn up the volume on my TV to hear him sing. She needs to be edited. Anyway, most likely this week Jason would be voted off, but lucky for him, someone may have done worse. BUH BYE
Which leads me to...
ALW: I DON'T THINK THAT GIRL HAD A CLUE ABOUT WHAT SHE WAS SINGING ABOUT
Brooke White -- "You Must Love Me" One of the most obvious choices in terms of finding an easy song. ALW wrote this song for Madonna to sing in the movie version of Evita so she could have a shot at the Oscar for original song. Let's address the do-over. I totally agree with Simon that it was absolutely okay for Brooke to start over rather than mess up. As someone who always thinks she is going to forget the words, I get it. So that is not hte issue. What is the issue is that Brooke cannot sing well. This song which was actually in an easy range (has to be for Madonna), proved too difficult for her and so she just cannot win a singing competition. She was very lucky that Simon was so classy in his remarks. He could have been very, very mean for that one. And let me be clear that even with the explanation, Brooke did not understand the song. It is not "You Must Love ME" It is "You Must LOVE me." ALW even said that! BUH BYE
ALW: HE JUST MUST KEEP HIS EYES OPEN - I CAN'T WATCH SOMEBODY WHO'S GOT HIS EYES CLOSED ALL THE TIME
David Archuleta -- "Think of Me" Why did Ryan make him endure little girls running on stage and hugging him? I would have freaked out. So little gaspuleta "soulified" the song. I was undecided on whether this version was cheesy or something special. Unfortunately i just kept watching to see if closed his eyes. But he sang well. Did he forget the words in the middle? Although he sang well, there is no way that he is the one to beat. Randy is crazy. Yes David proves the point that if you can sing you can sing anything -- but does that make him relevant? Or worthy of me purchasing his CD? I agree with Simon - pleasant but not enough. I'm torn, but he should be back. VOTE
ALW: THAT'S NOT THE SONG FOR A GIRL WITH A GREAT BIG CHEST VOICE
Carly Smithson -- "Jesus Christ Superstar" What a perfect choice. She showed personality, she looked great and she enjoyed what she was doing. I don't know if any of you know the song, but the chorus is not usually sung in the repeating way she did it. I loved the riff she did. She sang it and made it modern and (well can you tell I loved it?) I was really surprised Randy didn't like it. There is obviously some conspiracy against her. Thank god Simon finally liked it. The t-shirt was cute. I sensed genuine excitement which was cool. VOTE
ALW: I'M A GORGEOUS 17 YEAR OLD GIRL
David Cook -- "Music of the Night" Part of me hated it. Why did he have a British accent? But part of me thought it was smart for him not to change it up this time. He got to show that he can really, really sing which sometimes gets lost in all of the re-done versions of songs David does so well with. I love musical theater so I love that even the rocker, loves it (unlike Jason who has lived in a box and hasn't heard of Cats). However the accent made it feel old and like he was just singing along to the soundtrack. But when he hit that high note - PERFECTLY! then I was okay with this choice. He is safe - he is the favorite, why not indulge and maybe get some of the grandparents / parents who may not understand him on his side? And sing that musical theater song to show his range? VOTE
Note to David -- ALW is a Sir, not a Lord.
NOTE to Ryan -- don't sing, ever. And what is Andrew Lloyd Webber going to perform tomorrow? How many of you think ALW was pretty cool?
For me, Carly was the clear winner with David Cook and David Archuleta next. Syesha was alright and Jason was pretty bad, but Brookey (as Bob says) is buh bye. I can't believe we are down to 5! Just remember...
don't be ashamed of your obsessions...
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Play by Play of the results show
We are going to do a play by play. Let's start with the beginning of the night. Group number went back to some weird choreography - they obviously didn't learn from the good Idol Gives Back night. Kristy was flat in that opening number. Syesha can hit the high notes but is tinny. Then watching back the numbers from last night. It solidified my thoughts from last night.
Love the Simon moment with Carly when she said, nicely (not in a defensive tone) that she thinks he is hard on her -- he expects more and so do I. He knows she can do it and so do I. Fingers crossed she gets another chance. Kristy called Simon a butt -- is that appropriate? Not classy. Glad they mixed up the results thing up. So Jason and Carly on one side and David Cook and Kristy on the other. I don't know what that means.
Elliot Yamin comes out. God he has a great voice. Not so into the facial hair, but the teeth are much better. Wow, he lost his Mom who had cancer when he was on the show. That must cut deep into David Cook right now.
Back to results. are they going to make someone choose what team to be on? Idol loves that trick. So Syesha goes to Jason and Carly -- I think that might be the bottom three! Geez. Brooke comes out, if she says something I will tell her to shut it. I said shut it! Don't call upon the vegetarians when calling out Simon's hamburger without the burger comment. She is sent to David Cook and Kristy. David Archuleta -- today I was reading another blog (I know but I have to read the competition!) and it is on EW so I consider them professionals, and this blog gets tons of comments, unlike mine. Apparently in this line of comments, David Archuleta is referred to as David Gaspuleta -- I was rolling on the floor!
Back from break and to Q&A time which I actually enjoy. Ryan gets to be his radio persona and he loves it. Simon saying his first album was Paula Abdul, so funny. Then there was the stalker call -- the girl with messages for each contestant. And the viewer who questioned how Simon describes performances -- theme park vs karaoke vs cruise ship. David Cook is now a stud -- one caller asked if he was single. That is funny. Who thought the comb over king would get the Idol makeover and become cute?
Mariah was cute and sang fine but I just don't listen to her music anymore. Between Touch My Body and this other song, just not into it. Hope she has another hit in this album.
Okay, so back to the results. One side is David C, Kristy and Brooke and the other is Syesha, Carly and Jason. David A is called out and he is gasping (hee hee). David A is safe. AND THEN David Cook swaps with Syesha so maybe the bottom three is Syesha, Kristy and Brooke (as I hoped for!!!!!) The tension is killing me. Now Ryan is going to make David A choose the side that is safe. Why do they do this? And inevitably, he sits in the middle. WOO HOO!!! David Cook, Carly and Jason Castro are SAFE!! I am jumping up and down. Andrew Lloyd Webber is the judge next week -- must be show tunes week. (That isn't why I'm jumping up and down, okay I do love show tunes but I don't liek Andrew Lloyd Webber show tunes).
So it is Brooke ,Syesha and Kristy. I don't care who goes. Oh thank god Carly is safe (I assumed David C, David A and Jason would be). She has got to step it up next week. Will it be only Andrew Lloyd Webber show tunes or any show tunes? What should she do? Ugggh maybe that Chess song? Oh but that is a duet. Or is there a Jesus Christ Superstar song? Oh god the break is over.
Person to safety is Syesha -- okay -- she can sing better than those two although she is Ramy's friend. Brooke, she still can't stop talking -- don't yell at Simon for saying it is Kristy's time to go. SHUT IT. These two are both back talkers and need to go. "She's my friend" Whatever Brooke ,that doesn't mean she should stay -- have you ever watched this show before? It is not called Who are Brooke's friends? It is called American Idol and Simon is the judge. SHUT IT. Now I want Brooke to go. Nationwide vote, etc, etc, Brooke is staying. Yeah, why don't you swap places with your friend, crybaby?
Look Kristy redeemed herself. At least she can go out not being as hated as she was. She sang well for the past few weeks. She couldn't win, but at least America didn't keep on wondering how she ever got there. God I still can't stand this Ruben song. What does Celebrate Me Home mean?
She still has her sense of humor -- singing to Simon -- good for her. She can be the Kellie Pickler of the season getting to do hosting duties and such, but be less annoying than Kellie was. She made Simon blush. "All of my life only for the comment from you" -- quick and sharp. You know what Kristy? I wish Brooke had gone home or Syesha. Because you are funny - I think we could have been friends.
I could be a sportscaster. But I will stick to Idol until the baseball season get farther along... Good night all, no surprises this week. Now, onto show tunes...and remember...
don't be ashamed of your obsessions...
Love the Simon moment with Carly when she said, nicely (not in a defensive tone) that she thinks he is hard on her -- he expects more and so do I. He knows she can do it and so do I. Fingers crossed she gets another chance. Kristy called Simon a butt -- is that appropriate? Not classy. Glad they mixed up the results thing up. So Jason and Carly on one side and David Cook and Kristy on the other. I don't know what that means.
Elliot Yamin comes out. God he has a great voice. Not so into the facial hair, but the teeth are much better. Wow, he lost his Mom who had cancer when he was on the show. That must cut deep into David Cook right now.
Back to results. are they going to make someone choose what team to be on? Idol loves that trick. So Syesha goes to Jason and Carly -- I think that might be the bottom three! Geez. Brooke comes out, if she says something I will tell her to shut it. I said shut it! Don't call upon the vegetarians when calling out Simon's hamburger without the burger comment. She is sent to David Cook and Kristy. David Archuleta -- today I was reading another blog (I know but I have to read the competition!) and it is on EW so I consider them professionals, and this blog gets tons of comments, unlike mine. Apparently in this line of comments, David Archuleta is referred to as David Gaspuleta -- I was rolling on the floor!
Back from break and to Q&A time which I actually enjoy. Ryan gets to be his radio persona and he loves it. Simon saying his first album was Paula Abdul, so funny. Then there was the stalker call -- the girl with messages for each contestant. And the viewer who questioned how Simon describes performances -- theme park vs karaoke vs cruise ship. David Cook is now a stud -- one caller asked if he was single. That is funny. Who thought the comb over king would get the Idol makeover and become cute?
Mariah was cute and sang fine but I just don't listen to her music anymore. Between Touch My Body and this other song, just not into it. Hope she has another hit in this album.
Okay, so back to the results. One side is David C, Kristy and Brooke and the other is Syesha, Carly and Jason. David A is called out and he is gasping (hee hee). David A is safe. AND THEN David Cook swaps with Syesha so maybe the bottom three is Syesha, Kristy and Brooke (as I hoped for!!!!!) The tension is killing me. Now Ryan is going to make David A choose the side that is safe. Why do they do this? And inevitably, he sits in the middle. WOO HOO!!! David Cook, Carly and Jason Castro are SAFE!! I am jumping up and down. Andrew Lloyd Webber is the judge next week -- must be show tunes week. (That isn't why I'm jumping up and down, okay I do love show tunes but I don't liek Andrew Lloyd Webber show tunes).
So it is Brooke ,Syesha and Kristy. I don't care who goes. Oh thank god Carly is safe (I assumed David C, David A and Jason would be). She has got to step it up next week. Will it be only Andrew Lloyd Webber show tunes or any show tunes? What should she do? Ugggh maybe that Chess song? Oh but that is a duet. Or is there a Jesus Christ Superstar song? Oh god the break is over.
Person to safety is Syesha -- okay -- she can sing better than those two although she is Ramy's friend. Brooke, she still can't stop talking -- don't yell at Simon for saying it is Kristy's time to go. SHUT IT. These two are both back talkers and need to go. "She's my friend" Whatever Brooke ,that doesn't mean she should stay -- have you ever watched this show before? It is not called Who are Brooke's friends? It is called American Idol and Simon is the judge. SHUT IT. Now I want Brooke to go. Nationwide vote, etc, etc, Brooke is staying. Yeah, why don't you swap places with your friend, crybaby?
Look Kristy redeemed herself. At least she can go out not being as hated as she was. She sang well for the past few weeks. She couldn't win, but at least America didn't keep on wondering how she ever got there. God I still can't stand this Ruben song. What does Celebrate Me Home mean?
She still has her sense of humor -- singing to Simon -- good for her. She can be the Kellie Pickler of the season getting to do hosting duties and such, but be less annoying than Kellie was. She made Simon blush. "All of my life only for the comment from you" -- quick and sharp. You know what Kristy? I wish Brooke had gone home or Syesha. Because you are funny - I think we could have been friends.
I could be a sportscaster. But I will stick to Idol until the baseball season get farther along... Good night all, no surprises this week. Now, onto show tunes...and remember...
don't be ashamed of your obsessions...
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Mariah Meets the Top 7
For those I haven't dissected this with yet. Why was Michael Johns kicked off? My theory is that he went first, he did a good enough job that no one was worried about him and, bottom line, people assumed he was safe. I voted for him, but not like crazy! That has always been the downfall of the voting situation. There is almost always someone who gets kicked off because people assume he/she was safe. I saw a list recently of the Top 5 most shocking departures -- Jennifer Hudson, Chris Daughtry, Clay Aiken (in the finale) all got kicked off shockingly, but look they did more than fine after. If he is as smart as I think he is, he totally has the opportunity to make an album that people will love and who cares about the title. But WOW, I remember my first entry that he and Carly were the ones to beat. Things change. Especially this year.
So it is Mariah Carey week. There might be some haters out there, but bottom line is that she is the top chart topper of all time. Whether or not you like her songs (but at least she has written most of them) the woman can sing. Her style of singing has created a generation of run-loving, octave jumping wanna be's. She stayed relevant by going from r&b to hip hop and once again, she can sing. So interesting choice and as Simon pointed out, the night would be harder for the girls than the boys because the girls have to be compared to Mariah's actual voice. So here we go...
David A - "When You Believe" At least Mariah advised him to go into his falsetto instead of his "false" like the judges like to call it. The kid can sing, but his song choices cement the fact that he will be making an album of cheesy songs. It just wasn't exciting and he probably should have not gone into his falsetto. I'm glad Randy and Paula liked it, love that Simon knew he would pick that song - I thought he would do Hero or the one she did with Boyz to Men, but I wasn't as it into it as they were. VOTE (just once because he doesn't need me)
Carly -- "Without You" Mariah of course loves her. She didn't want to fix anything, because she knows Carly is good. I love this song - one of my favorite Mariah songs. And she looked really nice. And the octave jump just gives me the chills. BUT I do think she comes across harsher on stage than in her recorded voice. Download "Blackbird" and "Here You Come Again" the song she did during Dolly Parton week - her voice is so much better. And Simon touched on it when he said that she is over thinking it and that it doesn't work when she does it live. She does have some nerves issues which I find amazing for someone with such a great voice. I hope she can make it through (I voted for her 10 times) and finally have her moment. I get nerves, but I hope they don't bring her down. VOTE
Syesha -- "Vanishing" I think this was from Mariah's first album. I really like this song. I used to try to sing it in my bedroom. But I just can't stand Syesha. She did that annoying Ramy "oh, lo" thing when she was talking to Mariah! And of course Mariah had to try to tell her to do things differently than her because Syesha has done nothing but copy Whitney, Fantasia and now Mariah. It just fell under the note somehow. BUH BYE but whatever
Brooke -- "Hero" My favorite Mariah song, hands down. Good choice for Brooke (who looked great) to give her twist to. But in the end, a Mariah song just brought down on the scale, sung with a piano is actually missing something. Am I a terrible person or does the person who probably is the most genuine come across as the least genuine? She really doesn't have much of a range, rushed it and I'm just over her. BUH BYE
Kristy -- "Forever" She makes singing look so hard. Her face just twists up. That goldish dress looked terrible on her. She did a decent job, but there is nothing original about her. She was so surprised that the audience was booing Randy when he dissed her. Ummm you weren't in the bottom 3 last week, remember? They kicked off Michael Johns instead of you. So why were you surprised to hear cheering? BUH BYE
And Paula, you sound like you are from 1940 telling her she can have a hit in the Country Western world. Dude, "country" will suffice.
David Cook -- "Always be My Baby" Mariah sounded really smart talking about this. I like her. As for David, loved the vest and the not as tight shirt. He is HOT now!! Great arrangement with the strings and drums. This is her catchiest song but he twisted it all up. Not the best vocal, but it was about his raw talent. I think this is the season the rocker will finally win. Because no matter what stupid finale song there is, he, unlike Blake last year, will be able to take it "Cookify" it and win. Randy stood up man! And his amazing brother in the audience -- I was crying with him. VOTE (12 times)
Jason Castro -- "I Don't Want to Cry" Another great choice. Look the Jack Johnsony vibe works for him, and he keeps singing well - I am glad he didn't play an instrument. He is super cool and despite Paula's creepy comments about listening to him all night long, she is right about how cool he is. VOTE
Winner of the night, David Cook followed by Jason Castro and Carly. Bottom? Kristy, Brooke and Syesha - please let one of them leave!!
Normally tonight would have been dedicated to last night's CMT Awards so I'll put in a little bit -- Faith Hill sucks. She just can't sing live which at this point means she can't sing at all. Carrie of course was perfect and Keith with Brooks and Dunn finally rocked (he keeps doing slow songs recently). But the highlight? Sugarland with Little Big Town and Jake Owen singing the 80's song by Dream Academy "Life in a Northern Town" Check out the song from the link. God they are amazing. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pzBLW9YdmDA
Umm can someone explain why Nicole Kidman looks barely pregnant at over 6 months and looks like porcelain (not in a good way?) Come on!
Okay folks, I left a dinner early to come home and write this tonight! Idol results tomorrow and more...
don't be ashamed of your obsessions (I told everyone at the table I was leaving to watch Idol)...
So it is Mariah Carey week. There might be some haters out there, but bottom line is that she is the top chart topper of all time. Whether or not you like her songs (but at least she has written most of them) the woman can sing. Her style of singing has created a generation of run-loving, octave jumping wanna be's. She stayed relevant by going from r&b to hip hop and once again, she can sing. So interesting choice and as Simon pointed out, the night would be harder for the girls than the boys because the girls have to be compared to Mariah's actual voice. So here we go...
David A - "When You Believe" At least Mariah advised him to go into his falsetto instead of his "false" like the judges like to call it. The kid can sing, but his song choices cement the fact that he will be making an album of cheesy songs. It just wasn't exciting and he probably should have not gone into his falsetto. I'm glad Randy and Paula liked it, love that Simon knew he would pick that song - I thought he would do Hero or the one she did with Boyz to Men, but I wasn't as it into it as they were. VOTE (just once because he doesn't need me)
Carly -- "Without You" Mariah of course loves her. She didn't want to fix anything, because she knows Carly is good. I love this song - one of my favorite Mariah songs. And she looked really nice. And the octave jump just gives me the chills. BUT I do think she comes across harsher on stage than in her recorded voice. Download "Blackbird" and "Here You Come Again" the song she did during Dolly Parton week - her voice is so much better. And Simon touched on it when he said that she is over thinking it and that it doesn't work when she does it live. She does have some nerves issues which I find amazing for someone with such a great voice. I hope she can make it through (I voted for her 10 times) and finally have her moment. I get nerves, but I hope they don't bring her down. VOTE
Syesha -- "Vanishing" I think this was from Mariah's first album. I really like this song. I used to try to sing it in my bedroom. But I just can't stand Syesha. She did that annoying Ramy "oh, lo" thing when she was talking to Mariah! And of course Mariah had to try to tell her to do things differently than her because Syesha has done nothing but copy Whitney, Fantasia and now Mariah. It just fell under the note somehow. BUH BYE but whatever
Brooke -- "Hero" My favorite Mariah song, hands down. Good choice for Brooke (who looked great) to give her twist to. But in the end, a Mariah song just brought down on the scale, sung with a piano is actually missing something. Am I a terrible person or does the person who probably is the most genuine come across as the least genuine? She really doesn't have much of a range, rushed it and I'm just over her. BUH BYE
Kristy -- "Forever" She makes singing look so hard. Her face just twists up. That goldish dress looked terrible on her. She did a decent job, but there is nothing original about her. She was so surprised that the audience was booing Randy when he dissed her. Ummm you weren't in the bottom 3 last week, remember? They kicked off Michael Johns instead of you. So why were you surprised to hear cheering? BUH BYE
And Paula, you sound like you are from 1940 telling her she can have a hit in the Country Western world. Dude, "country" will suffice.
David Cook -- "Always be My Baby" Mariah sounded really smart talking about this. I like her. As for David, loved the vest and the not as tight shirt. He is HOT now!! Great arrangement with the strings and drums. This is her catchiest song but he twisted it all up. Not the best vocal, but it was about his raw talent. I think this is the season the rocker will finally win. Because no matter what stupid finale song there is, he, unlike Blake last year, will be able to take it "Cookify" it and win. Randy stood up man! And his amazing brother in the audience -- I was crying with him. VOTE (12 times)
Jason Castro -- "I Don't Want to Cry" Another great choice. Look the Jack Johnsony vibe works for him, and he keeps singing well - I am glad he didn't play an instrument. He is super cool and despite Paula's creepy comments about listening to him all night long, she is right about how cool he is. VOTE
Winner of the night, David Cook followed by Jason Castro and Carly. Bottom? Kristy, Brooke and Syesha - please let one of them leave!!
Normally tonight would have been dedicated to last night's CMT Awards so I'll put in a little bit -- Faith Hill sucks. She just can't sing live which at this point means she can't sing at all. Carrie of course was perfect and Keith with Brooks and Dunn finally rocked (he keeps doing slow songs recently). But the highlight? Sugarland with Little Big Town and Jake Owen singing the 80's song by Dream Academy "Life in a Northern Town" Check out the song from the link. God they are amazing. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pzBLW9YdmDA
Umm can someone explain why Nicole Kidman looks barely pregnant at over 6 months and looks like porcelain (not in a good way?) Come on!
Okay folks, I left a dinner early to come home and write this tonight! Idol results tomorrow and more...
don't be ashamed of your obsessions (I told everyone at the table I was leaving to watch Idol)...
Thursday, April 10, 2008
IDOL Gives Back
I am going to start from what this show is about -- it is about making dreams come true. Let's talk about Carrie. This farm girl from Oklahoma, who went to Nashville to try to get a record deal and got rejected, wins American Idol and proves anti-country music Simon right by becoming the biggest selling Idol winner to date (despite being the "uncool" country star). Last year, she goes to Africa for Idol Gives Back, she tours the world, she makes it MAJOR in country but then has the biggest crossover hit of last year. And this year, she sits on that stage in a gorgeous gown, leg crossed, on a stool and belts out George Michael's "Praying for Time" brilliantly and with meaning and as an American Idol winner should. That is Idol magic.
Here is the bottom line. I am educated, I live in NYC, I am aware of charitable causes, I make choices about who to spend money with and who to volunteer with etc. I am not the average AI viewer. But with this show, Idol makes itself relevant to all and menaingful to all and important to all.
This episode -- with its intelligent film clips (the Jennifer Connelly WATER film was amazing), amazing personal diary videos (who was not crying watching Annie Lennox and that family of boys), cool star moments (Fergie rocking out with Heart was great) and simple hilarity (BEN STILLER and JIMMY KIMMEL anyone?) could touch anyones hearts and therefore touch anyone's pockets - and that is IMPORTANT.
Look, 19, the producers of AI are cheesy -- they love that cheesy finale song that we all hate, they love theme nights, they worship Celine Dion and Donna Summer and the Bee Gees and the Spice Girls (who they created). But Idol Gives Back is the smartest thing they have ever done. They say, hey, we have 30 million viewers. So for all the haters, look, Bono knows he can reach 30 million via us so he will appear on our show. We blatantly mention our advertisers -- but on this episode we are going to blatantly mention how much money they are donating to charity. But not everything is so calculated. Some is really genuine. We are not going to just be about Africa -- we will show America their own neighborhoods. And look, Annie Lennox is not relevant in the AI world of pop culture, but Idol gives her a forum and shows her experiences and shares her amazing talent with the audience -- that is cool. Daughtry singing with the kids -- that is cool. Mariah showing why she is an amazing singer -- that is cool. (Not so cool is allowing Teri Hatcher to sing on stage or anywhere, ever or Tyra stealing Christian Siriano's "FIERCE").
Can I just add - when did Jimmy Kimmel get so funny? Thanks to Sarah Silverman for making me realize this guy is hysterical. And did you hear that John Mayer song during the Reece clip? And them singing Seasons of Love (umm Kristy was good again!) And I didn't know that Miley Cyrus has such a TERRIBLE voice!
And who can deny how incredible a Carly / David Cook finale would be? Did you hear that last song!!!!!!!!!!!!!
For all of the Idol haters - maybe you hate the music and the singers and the themes etc. but you cannot hate on this. It is too good. And effective. And smart. And I donated -- did you?
I'm not ashamed of my obsessions - are you?
Here is the bottom line. I am educated, I live in NYC, I am aware of charitable causes, I make choices about who to spend money with and who to volunteer with etc. I am not the average AI viewer. But with this show, Idol makes itself relevant to all and menaingful to all and important to all.
This episode -- with its intelligent film clips (the Jennifer Connelly WATER film was amazing), amazing personal diary videos (who was not crying watching Annie Lennox and that family of boys), cool star moments (Fergie rocking out with Heart was great) and simple hilarity (BEN STILLER and JIMMY KIMMEL anyone?) could touch anyones hearts and therefore touch anyone's pockets - and that is IMPORTANT.
Look, 19, the producers of AI are cheesy -- they love that cheesy finale song that we all hate, they love theme nights, they worship Celine Dion and Donna Summer and the Bee Gees and the Spice Girls (who they created). But Idol Gives Back is the smartest thing they have ever done. They say, hey, we have 30 million viewers. So for all the haters, look, Bono knows he can reach 30 million via us so he will appear on our show. We blatantly mention our advertisers -- but on this episode we are going to blatantly mention how much money they are donating to charity. But not everything is so calculated. Some is really genuine. We are not going to just be about Africa -- we will show America their own neighborhoods. And look, Annie Lennox is not relevant in the AI world of pop culture, but Idol gives her a forum and shows her experiences and shares her amazing talent with the audience -- that is cool. Daughtry singing with the kids -- that is cool. Mariah showing why she is an amazing singer -- that is cool. (Not so cool is allowing Teri Hatcher to sing on stage or anywhere, ever or Tyra stealing Christian Siriano's "FIERCE").
Can I just add - when did Jimmy Kimmel get so funny? Thanks to Sarah Silverman for making me realize this guy is hysterical. And did you hear that John Mayer song during the Reece clip? And them singing Seasons of Love (umm Kristy was good again!) And I didn't know that Miley Cyrus has such a TERRIBLE voice!
And who can deny how incredible a Carly / David Cook finale would be? Did you hear that last song!!!!!!!!!!!!!
For all of the Idol haters - maybe you hate the music and the singers and the themes etc. but you cannot hate on this. It is too good. And effective. And smart. And I donated -- did you?
I'm not ashamed of my obsessions - are you?
Tuesday, April 8, 2008
I'm inspired...but not by Paula's boobs PLUS things besides IDOL!
I am going to start with Idol, but for those who read this for my other interests, scroll down!! I definitely have a lot to say tonight.
Look, I want to start by telling you that last year I was not blown away by the inspirational song week - it was cheesy and the contestants picked the typical sap. But the actual Idol Gives Back show brought me to tears so I am very excited for tomorrow night. But this year's contestants are just SO MUCH BETTER, that tonight proved exciting and inspiring too.
Michael Johns -- "Dream On" Okay, he cannot keep wearing this necktie thing. I did like the song and he did a good job with it -- Steven Tyler is so iconic so it is a bit hard to compete and I totally agree with Simon that he could have done more of a soul thing instead of this rock song, but it was good. VOTE
Couple of notes - Ryan's chihuahua comment about Simon was crass and inappropriate for the inspiration week (as is Paula's weird corset top pushing her boobs out - gross!) But I will say one kind of crass thing -- while watching Michael Johns, is anyone singing "Baby Got Back?"
I love that they show Sinbad in the audience - I mean, really? He deserves a camera shot?
Syesha -- "I Believe" Massive strikes against her for the fact the her roommate Ramy (I can't believe she gave her a shout out with Hey Girl!) is the only one who gets her. But she is right, because I definitely DO NOT get her. Why doesn't she understand the rules of this show? You cannot do Whitney twice and then do a song by a previous winner of Idol. Especially Fantasia. Did she not watch Lakisha last season? She sang it well but I just don't care about her and let me tell you what I believe -- I believe it is time for Syesha to go BUH BYE.
Jason Castro -- "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" He found the perfect song for his guitar strumming soft act. It was genuine but he also sang it - in his way, but with conviction. I still don't think he can or should win, but I appreciate him. Did he mess up the words? OK DOG I'll vote to keep you.
Did anyone catch the Meatloaf ATT commercial? So funny and weird.
Kristy Lee Cook -- "Anyway" For those who do not know, I love Martina McBride and would kill for her voice. When Kristy announced she was singing this I laughed and laughed and laughed some more. Then she started singing and I was giggling. Then she hit the chorus and I stopped. Then I was listening. And then she sang the verse that goes, "You can pour your soul out singing, a song you believe in, that tomorrow they'll forget you ever sang...Sing it Anyway" This was a direct comment to Simon calling her forgettable. And then she hit the notes - really well. And then I decided that she very well may be the SMARTEST Idol contestant ever. She picked a great song, got a dig in, kept her country loyal audience and you know what? She did a great job tonight -- I had wanted her to succeed in the beginning but then she was so terrible, but now she has risen back up. And she did look killer in those white jeans. OK DOG (I'm afraid to vote for her because Carly might get kicked off)
Cannot stop singing that Joe Purdy song from the Kia commercial -- thanks PETE! You know the one that goes " I just can't seem to get it right today, I just can't seem to get it right today... I guess I'm gonna give up, I guess I'm gonna give up..."
And who was that weird Mike Darnell sitting on Simon's lap?? I mean he looked like a troll.
David Cook -- Oh boy. I don't know this song "Innocent" by Our Lady of Peace but it was not appealing. He sang it fine. but it was a weird song. I wish he had done Kyrie Elaison -- I love that song. Is that inspirational or religious? Whatever, I love it. OK DOG
Carly -- "The Show Must Go On" Look this girl's voice is amazing. Bu tonight she showed it has its limits. She couldn't hit things that way she normally does. I also think she is gorgeous and I want to tell her that I was watching Live Aid at 4 in the morning when she was! She just has to work on her song choice -- agree with Simon that it didn't exactly fit the theme. I am voting like crazy to make sure she stays, but could she end up being the Daughtry who gets kicked off prematurely but becomes a force to be reckoned with? I feel bad that Simon makes her so nervous. VOTE
David Archuleta -- "Angels" I LOVE THIS SONG - it brings back memories of my Year at the Keltic for those who knew me then. I was nervous about David A in the beginning - was it too low for him? Was he distracted playing the piano? But then he hit the high notes and just went for it -- it was back to his Imagine moment where he just transcended the problems and gave it his own take. Not perfect, but really great and the emotional value of the song made it the best of the night. VOTE
Did you see the sign that said "Lick Those Lips" to David A -- oh my god.
Brooke -- "You've Got a Friend" Did not like this muzak version. If she had just sang it with piano - no violins trying to make it gospel-y it might have been okay. But she was overwhelmed by lots of muzak and a weird hairstyle. Why does she make the "I appreciate your criticism but I feel bad for you that you don't understand how everything I do is so right and you are so wrong" face? Brooke, I'm not sure that you've got a friend in me anymore. BUH BYE
Tops? -- David A, followed by (I can't believe I'm saying this) Kristy and Michael Johns and Jason Castro. Bottoms?
Syesha followed by Brooke, but Syesha must be the one to go. Wow this order changes constantly!
ON TO OTHER THINGS
Can I talk about regular music for a second? 3 songs I am obsessed with -- all with a singer songwriter vibe and no, they are not country!
Say by John Mayer -- simple, soothing, catchy and just great. I love that ukelele sounding guitar.
Realize by Colbie Caillat -- I love that her voice is raw and real -- for those who are sick of Bubbly, don't turn away from this one -- it is really good.
Out of Body by David Kidd -- I am basically humming / singing this all day long so people in my pod at work probably already know it. It is a great song.
Saw the Sex and the City preview in the movie theater. I thought it would be funny -- sex jokes, silliness, fashion madness. I was practically bawling -- it captured the essence of what the show was about (and hopefully the movie) -- about the hopes and dreams (esp in regards to love) of a woman who lived in NY and the heartbreak she went through and how the one thread that remained intact was her friendships with these 3 other ladies. The city looks beautiful and the outfits are gorgeous on the big screen. I wasn't, but now I am really looking forward to this!
Last, but CERTAINLY not least. Is anyone else weirdly excited about a certain upcoming reunion? Not because you really want to hear a new song or even care about the music, but because you are transported to a time when you thought that maybe one day you could grow up and marry a superstar because you loved him enough to make it happen? A time when you screamed your head off at the sight of them or (as in my case ) videotaped every single TV appearance and then edited them using the ancient video camera into a highlights reel that you may pull out of the closet soon? You know what I am talking about -- NKOTB baby! The New Kids on the Block are back!! Look, I never cared if they reunited, and I doubt I would buy a CD or even see a concert, but when these MEN (in suits, they clean up GOOD) showed up on the Today Show I admit that I screamed out loud a little bit. Here is the youtube clip of their appearance if you want to see it. Donnie Wahlberg was my favorite and still is. I'll be Loving You Forever, Donnie.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ceP4g1Cw0w&feature=email
I think I have sufficiently embarrassed myself. Thank you to everyone for reading along. Your comments are welcome, and as you can obviously tell, here is my mantra...
don't be ashamed of your obsessions...
Look, I want to start by telling you that last year I was not blown away by the inspirational song week - it was cheesy and the contestants picked the typical sap. But the actual Idol Gives Back show brought me to tears so I am very excited for tomorrow night. But this year's contestants are just SO MUCH BETTER, that tonight proved exciting and inspiring too.
Michael Johns -- "Dream On" Okay, he cannot keep wearing this necktie thing. I did like the song and he did a good job with it -- Steven Tyler is so iconic so it is a bit hard to compete and I totally agree with Simon that he could have done more of a soul thing instead of this rock song, but it was good. VOTE
Couple of notes - Ryan's chihuahua comment about Simon was crass and inappropriate for the inspiration week (as is Paula's weird corset top pushing her boobs out - gross!) But I will say one kind of crass thing -- while watching Michael Johns, is anyone singing "Baby Got Back?"
I love that they show Sinbad in the audience - I mean, really? He deserves a camera shot?
Syesha -- "I Believe" Massive strikes against her for the fact the her roommate Ramy (I can't believe she gave her a shout out with Hey Girl!) is the only one who gets her. But she is right, because I definitely DO NOT get her. Why doesn't she understand the rules of this show? You cannot do Whitney twice and then do a song by a previous winner of Idol. Especially Fantasia. Did she not watch Lakisha last season? She sang it well but I just don't care about her and let me tell you what I believe -- I believe it is time for Syesha to go BUH BYE.
Jason Castro -- "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" He found the perfect song for his guitar strumming soft act. It was genuine but he also sang it - in his way, but with conviction. I still don't think he can or should win, but I appreciate him. Did he mess up the words? OK DOG I'll vote to keep you.
Did anyone catch the Meatloaf ATT commercial? So funny and weird.
Kristy Lee Cook -- "Anyway" For those who do not know, I love Martina McBride and would kill for her voice. When Kristy announced she was singing this I laughed and laughed and laughed some more. Then she started singing and I was giggling. Then she hit the chorus and I stopped. Then I was listening. And then she sang the verse that goes, "You can pour your soul out singing, a song you believe in, that tomorrow they'll forget you ever sang...Sing it Anyway" This was a direct comment to Simon calling her forgettable. And then she hit the notes - really well. And then I decided that she very well may be the SMARTEST Idol contestant ever. She picked a great song, got a dig in, kept her country loyal audience and you know what? She did a great job tonight -- I had wanted her to succeed in the beginning but then she was so terrible, but now she has risen back up. And she did look killer in those white jeans. OK DOG (I'm afraid to vote for her because Carly might get kicked off)
Cannot stop singing that Joe Purdy song from the Kia commercial -- thanks PETE! You know the one that goes " I just can't seem to get it right today, I just can't seem to get it right today... I guess I'm gonna give up, I guess I'm gonna give up..."
And who was that weird Mike Darnell sitting on Simon's lap?? I mean he looked like a troll.
David Cook -- Oh boy. I don't know this song "Innocent" by Our Lady of Peace but it was not appealing. He sang it fine. but it was a weird song. I wish he had done Kyrie Elaison -- I love that song. Is that inspirational or religious? Whatever, I love it. OK DOG
Carly -- "The Show Must Go On" Look this girl's voice is amazing. Bu tonight she showed it has its limits. She couldn't hit things that way she normally does. I also think she is gorgeous and I want to tell her that I was watching Live Aid at 4 in the morning when she was! She just has to work on her song choice -- agree with Simon that it didn't exactly fit the theme. I am voting like crazy to make sure she stays, but could she end up being the Daughtry who gets kicked off prematurely but becomes a force to be reckoned with? I feel bad that Simon makes her so nervous. VOTE
David Archuleta -- "Angels" I LOVE THIS SONG - it brings back memories of my Year at the Keltic for those who knew me then. I was nervous about David A in the beginning - was it too low for him? Was he distracted playing the piano? But then he hit the high notes and just went for it -- it was back to his Imagine moment where he just transcended the problems and gave it his own take. Not perfect, but really great and the emotional value of the song made it the best of the night. VOTE
Did you see the sign that said "Lick Those Lips" to David A -- oh my god.
Brooke -- "You've Got a Friend" Did not like this muzak version. If she had just sang it with piano - no violins trying to make it gospel-y it might have been okay. But she was overwhelmed by lots of muzak and a weird hairstyle. Why does she make the "I appreciate your criticism but I feel bad for you that you don't understand how everything I do is so right and you are so wrong" face? Brooke, I'm not sure that you've got a friend in me anymore. BUH BYE
Tops? -- David A, followed by (I can't believe I'm saying this) Kristy and Michael Johns and Jason Castro. Bottoms?
Syesha followed by Brooke, but Syesha must be the one to go. Wow this order changes constantly!
ON TO OTHER THINGS
Can I talk about regular music for a second? 3 songs I am obsessed with -- all with a singer songwriter vibe and no, they are not country!
Say by John Mayer -- simple, soothing, catchy and just great. I love that ukelele sounding guitar.
Realize by Colbie Caillat -- I love that her voice is raw and real -- for those who are sick of Bubbly, don't turn away from this one -- it is really good.
Out of Body by David Kidd -- I am basically humming / singing this all day long so people in my pod at work probably already know it. It is a great song.
Saw the Sex and the City preview in the movie theater. I thought it would be funny -- sex jokes, silliness, fashion madness. I was practically bawling -- it captured the essence of what the show was about (and hopefully the movie) -- about the hopes and dreams (esp in regards to love) of a woman who lived in NY and the heartbreak she went through and how the one thread that remained intact was her friendships with these 3 other ladies. The city looks beautiful and the outfits are gorgeous on the big screen. I wasn't, but now I am really looking forward to this!
Last, but CERTAINLY not least. Is anyone else weirdly excited about a certain upcoming reunion? Not because you really want to hear a new song or even care about the music, but because you are transported to a time when you thought that maybe one day you could grow up and marry a superstar because you loved him enough to make it happen? A time when you screamed your head off at the sight of them or (as in my case ) videotaped every single TV appearance and then edited them using the ancient video camera into a highlights reel that you may pull out of the closet soon? You know what I am talking about -- NKOTB baby! The New Kids on the Block are back!! Look, I never cared if they reunited, and I doubt I would buy a CD or even see a concert, but when these MEN (in suits, they clean up GOOD) showed up on the Today Show I admit that I screamed out loud a little bit. Here is the youtube clip of their appearance if you want to see it. Donnie Wahlberg was my favorite and still is. I'll be Loving You Forever, Donnie.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ceP4g1Cw0w&feature=email
I think I have sufficiently embarrassed myself. Thank you to everyone for reading along. Your comments are welcome, and as you can obviously tell, here is my mantra...
don't be ashamed of your obsessions...
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
It's Men's Night!
The Men ruled tonight on Idol, in addition to the one woman who always rocks for me. For those of you who were concerned about Dolly Parton night, it was cool, right? She is a great songwriter, I just don't happen to be a huge fan of the way she sings her songs, but I pretty much liked everyone tonight -- for the most part. Let's start the remarks:
Brooke White -- "Jolene" I like this song and I thought Brooke once again found something that suited her and she sounded good at. Not particularly strong, but it worked. But Brooke better listen to me when I say this -- STOP TALKING. The patronizing "I like your hair Paula" comment and interrupting Simon incessantly so that Simon got cut off is a serious problem and is moving her down on my list, quickly. OK DOG BUT SHUT IT!
David Cook -- "Little Sparrow" First of all LOVE the haircut. I didn't know what they would do to make him look better, but they have done it. He looks so much better. And I just love his voice and was glad he fessed up to have using other people's versions of songs. For those who don't know, he copied versions of other artists for Eleanor Rigby, Billy Jean and Daytripper. Some he talked about (or Ryan did) and some he didn't. Not a big deal except he is recording these "new" versions for Idol and Idol is selling the songs on Itunes. So AI, as always, is making money off of someone else's arrangement who is getting no credit for it. Now back to his awesome singing -- his range is great. VOTE
Let me be clear though, the proper term for singing in that upper range that men sometimes do is called singing falsetto not "singing in your false" as Randy and Paula like to call it. Jesus that is so annoying!
Ramiele -- "Do I Ever Cross Your Mind?" No BUH BYE
Jason Castro -- "Travelin'" I love that Dolly told him "I would dread to have those locks" It was okay, but is just not as strong as others tonight. I fear for him. OK DOG
Oh and does anyone else think Jason reminds them of that group Hanson?
Carly -- "Here I come again" I mean I just sit there watching her and trying to mimic what her mouth is doing in hopes that I can sing like her one day. I like that she took it slow and it was good, but the song wasn't as moving. And I love that even when she hits the high notes, she never screams. As for Simon's comments, who does he like? And there was no need to insult her outfits -- is he trying reverse psychology so people vote to save her? VOTE
David Archuleta -- "Smoky Mountain Memories" For me, when David A sings like this - beautiful, melodically, I don't care what he is singing. He is like Josh Groban - I just love his voice and am not really paying attention to the words even or if he is referring to Jesus. Great job by the little David and thank god it was not a repeat of the jungle theme song. VOTE and SOAR
Kristy Lee Cook -- "The Coat of Many Colors" The dumbest song from Dolly's options, but she did a good solid job and she won't be leaving but I can't talk about her. And what was with that snarky remark to Simon "Thank you Simon, Love you" Oh, just shut it. OK DOG
Syesha -- I knew someone would pick this and yes they will always be compared to Whitney, but I got to give her credit for sitting on the piano and belting that song out! Even with the extremely glittered eyes, she can sing -- I gotta give her props as Randy would say. OK DOG
Michael Johns -- It is very hard for me to talk about this. I love Michael Johns. He looked really good, he sang really well, he didn't sweat too much on his forehead, he didn't do any weird dancing and he sneered when he sang. LOVED IT. "It's All Wrong But It's All Right." Baby there wasn't anything wrong with that. HE'S BACK! VOTE
Bottom line? Michael Johns followed by David Archuleta and David Cook and then Carly. Ramiele and Jason on bottom with my hopes that Ramiele finally leaves.
One last thing -- The Bachelor is hysterical. I would like to play a game where I win money for guessing how many times he will go in the hot tub with a girl on a date. Seriously.
I am also loving that John Mayer song from "The Bucket List" -- I think it is called Say. It is stuck in my head.
Okay gang, I'm signing off from NJ tonight - Glen Ridge loves you all! Just remember,
don't be ashamed of your obsessions...
Brooke White -- "Jolene" I like this song and I thought Brooke once again found something that suited her and she sounded good at. Not particularly strong, but it worked. But Brooke better listen to me when I say this -- STOP TALKING. The patronizing "I like your hair Paula" comment and interrupting Simon incessantly so that Simon got cut off is a serious problem and is moving her down on my list, quickly. OK DOG BUT SHUT IT!
David Cook -- "Little Sparrow" First of all LOVE the haircut. I didn't know what they would do to make him look better, but they have done it. He looks so much better. And I just love his voice and was glad he fessed up to have using other people's versions of songs. For those who don't know, he copied versions of other artists for Eleanor Rigby, Billy Jean and Daytripper. Some he talked about (or Ryan did) and some he didn't. Not a big deal except he is recording these "new" versions for Idol and Idol is selling the songs on Itunes. So AI, as always, is making money off of someone else's arrangement who is getting no credit for it. Now back to his awesome singing -- his range is great. VOTE
Let me be clear though, the proper term for singing in that upper range that men sometimes do is called singing falsetto not "singing in your false" as Randy and Paula like to call it. Jesus that is so annoying!
Ramiele -- "Do I Ever Cross Your Mind?" No BUH BYE
Jason Castro -- "Travelin'" I love that Dolly told him "I would dread to have those locks" It was okay, but is just not as strong as others tonight. I fear for him. OK DOG
Oh and does anyone else think Jason reminds them of that group Hanson?
Carly -- "Here I come again" I mean I just sit there watching her and trying to mimic what her mouth is doing in hopes that I can sing like her one day. I like that she took it slow and it was good, but the song wasn't as moving. And I love that even when she hits the high notes, she never screams. As for Simon's comments, who does he like? And there was no need to insult her outfits -- is he trying reverse psychology so people vote to save her? VOTE
David Archuleta -- "Smoky Mountain Memories" For me, when David A sings like this - beautiful, melodically, I don't care what he is singing. He is like Josh Groban - I just love his voice and am not really paying attention to the words even or if he is referring to Jesus. Great job by the little David and thank god it was not a repeat of the jungle theme song. VOTE and SOAR
Kristy Lee Cook -- "The Coat of Many Colors" The dumbest song from Dolly's options, but she did a good solid job and she won't be leaving but I can't talk about her. And what was with that snarky remark to Simon "Thank you Simon, Love you" Oh, just shut it. OK DOG
Syesha -- I knew someone would pick this and yes they will always be compared to Whitney, but I got to give her credit for sitting on the piano and belting that song out! Even with the extremely glittered eyes, she can sing -- I gotta give her props as Randy would say. OK DOG
Michael Johns -- It is very hard for me to talk about this. I love Michael Johns. He looked really good, he sang really well, he didn't sweat too much on his forehead, he didn't do any weird dancing and he sneered when he sang. LOVED IT. "It's All Wrong But It's All Right." Baby there wasn't anything wrong with that. HE'S BACK! VOTE
Bottom line? Michael Johns followed by David Archuleta and David Cook and then Carly. Ramiele and Jason on bottom with my hopes that Ramiele finally leaves.
One last thing -- The Bachelor is hysterical. I would like to play a game where I win money for guessing how many times he will go in the hot tub with a girl on a date. Seriously.
I am also loving that John Mayer song from "The Bucket List" -- I think it is called Say. It is stuck in my head.
Okay gang, I'm signing off from NJ tonight - Glen Ridge loves you all! Just remember,
don't be ashamed of your obsessions...
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