So, another Idol Performance Finale has come and gone . . . I feel a bit like a child on Christmas Eve, looking forward to tomorrow, but also kind of dreading it at the same time . . . knowing the let down I will experience . . .
Anyway, here goes with my rankings . . .
1. Lil David - Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me - For me, perhaps the best performance of the entire season. I say this because Lil David's soaring vocals were FINALLY joined by a performance worthy of being noticed. For whatever reason this boy FELT this song and it's lyrics.
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2. Rocker David - I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For - Rocker David tackled this song and just SOLD IT. I thought his vocals were on target in a way that I haven't heard in a while, and the performance was spot on. Just wonderful.
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3. Lil David - Imagine - Not quite as good as the first time he performed it . . . I liked the earlier arrangement better . . . but, I think his vocals and his selling of the performance were very much on target. Very, very good.
4. Rocker David - The World I Know - Strange choice of song for me . . . I like the song . . . and I liked Cookie's performance . . . I just think he could have made a better moment out of it than he did . . . The vocals seemed to be a bit lacking . . . interestingly, the replay at the end, showed Cookie singing a much more MOMENT worthy version of the song . . .
5. Lil David - Idol theme song - This song sounded like that winning Idol moment, balloons dropping, choir singing, fireworks going off type of song . . . schmaltzy, sugar sweet, but sung very, very well.
6. Rocker David - Idol theme song - Overall, I think once Rocker David gets in the studio, the song can be VERY marketable . . . the performance tonight was good . . . but not great. His performance on the chorus' was stellar . . . the verses were just a half step too low for him and produced a wee bit of muttering sounds . . . ish . . . esque . . .
Overall, a great night for both guys. I think it was the very best finale from start to finish since Rueben and Clay in Season 2. Simply wonderful . . . I don't know who is going to win this thing tomorrow, but I do believe that Lil Boo won the night kinda hardcore . . .
However, I must make a prediction . . . and I may lose the Friendly Little Competition on this one, but I must go with who I think should win . . . and I very much believe that David Archuleta should win this competition. He freakin blew the Nokia roof off tonight.
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Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Lil David Imagines . . . Possibly Winning . . .
Lil David is about to sing “Imagine” . . .
He’s reworked it a bit . . . the boy is in good voice tonight . . . very, very good voice tonight . . . stunning the first time and very good the second time . . . Cookie gets points for doing a different song, but Lil David gets points for being the better vocal . . . Liked the first arrangement of "Imagine" better, but still a good performance.
Randy thinks that Lil David is in it to win it . . . Paula thinks he is a shining star . . . and Simon thinks they’ve had a memorable finale, but that Lil David came out to win this competition and delivered a knock out.
And here comes Rueben? Huh? Singing this horrible going home song . . . . he actually sounds quite good, but no, no, no . . . . This song drives me nuts since they took the other alt-pop song away . . . Allison will know the title.
Overall, I would say that Lil David won rounds 1 and 3 and round 2 was a draw . . . . Round 1 was very much the best round from both performers of the night. . . . in that round David Cook was masterful and David Archuletta was the master. I don’t know who will win, but, based on tonight, in my opinion, Lil David deserves to be crowned the winner.
I think tomorrow night will be interesting . . .
He’s reworked it a bit . . . the boy is in good voice tonight . . . very, very good voice tonight . . . stunning the first time and very good the second time . . . Cookie gets points for doing a different song, but Lil David gets points for being the better vocal . . . Liked the first arrangement of "Imagine" better, but still a good performance.
Randy thinks that Lil David is in it to win it . . . Paula thinks he is a shining star . . . and Simon thinks they’ve had a memorable finale, but that Lil David came out to win this competition and delivered a knock out.
And here comes Rueben? Huh? Singing this horrible going home song . . . . he actually sounds quite good, but no, no, no . . . . This song drives me nuts since they took the other alt-pop song away . . . Allison will know the title.
Overall, I would say that Lil David won rounds 1 and 3 and round 2 was a draw . . . . Round 1 was very much the best round from both performers of the night. . . . in that round David Cook was masterful and David Archuletta was the master. I don’t know who will win, but, based on tonight, in my opinion, Lil David deserves to be crowned the winner.
I think tomorrow night will be interesting . . .
Is it Rocker David's World?
Here we go with Round 3: Contestant’s Choice . . . .
Rocker David is up first and singing “The World I Know” by Collective Soul and Lil David is singing “Imagine” by John Lennon . . .
Here comes David Cook . . . .good song . . . he looks good and is doing a good job. I genuinely like this song . . . and I genuinely like his performance . . . vocals are solid and performance is solid . . . I just . . . I kind of wanted a break out moment . . . and, I didn’t quite feel it. . . . Don’t get me wrong, I think this is his best vocal of the night, and I kind of understand why he chose to perform it the way he did . . . but, I worry that it’s not going to stand out enough.
Randy thinks that he loved the way he sang it, Paula thought he was standing there in his truth, and Simon thinks that Rocker David is one of the nicest most genuine performers they’ve ever had, but that he chose the wrong song . . .
Rocker David is up first and singing “The World I Know” by Collective Soul and Lil David is singing “Imagine” by John Lennon . . .
Here comes David Cook . . . .good song . . . he looks good and is doing a good job. I genuinely like this song . . . and I genuinely like his performance . . . vocals are solid and performance is solid . . . I just . . . I kind of wanted a break out moment . . . and, I didn’t quite feel it. . . . Don’t get me wrong, I think this is his best vocal of the night, and I kind of understand why he chose to perform it the way he did . . . but, I worry that it’s not going to stand out enough.
Randy thinks that he loved the way he sang it, Paula thought he was standing there in his truth, and Simon thinks that Rocker David is one of the nicest most genuine performers they’ve ever had, but that he chose the wrong song . . .
Round Two: Lil David Tries to Have a Moment . . . With Cheese
Lil David is up next . . . again, I didn't quite hear the title of the song . . . something about a "moment" . . . imagine that . . .
Here he goes . . . a wise song choice for Lil David . . . while Simon said that Rocker David's song didn't sound like a "winning" song, this song sounds like an Idol winning song . . . certainly doesn't make it better, but it sounds like one of those songs. Overall, Lil David continues to be in good voice . . . very good voice . . . somehow, I can see him singing this song tomorrow night while a choir sings . . . and fireworks explode . . . and stuff . . .
Randy didn't like the song but thought Lil David sounded good . . . Paula thought it was good . . . I think . . . hard to tell . . . Simon thought it was a better choice of song and declared Round 2 for Lil David.
I think I would call Round 2 a draw. Kind of back to the norm for those two . . . Rocker David with the better performance and Lil David with the better vocal.
Here he goes . . . a wise song choice for Lil David . . . while Simon said that Rocker David's song didn't sound like a "winning" song, this song sounds like an Idol winning song . . . certainly doesn't make it better, but it sounds like one of those songs. Overall, Lil David continues to be in good voice . . . very good voice . . . somehow, I can see him singing this song tomorrow night while a choir sings . . . and fireworks explode . . . and stuff . . .
Randy didn't like the song but thought Lil David sounded good . . . Paula thought it was good . . . I think . . . hard to tell . . . Simon thought it was a better choice of song and declared Round 2 for Lil David.
I think I would call Round 2 a draw. Kind of back to the norm for those two . . . Rocker David with the better performance and Lil David with the better vocal.
Round Two: Cookie takes on Idol Cheese
Second Round is strangely the Idol Theme Song . . . This year, they get to pick one of the Top 10 finalists for the songwriting contestants . . . I didn’t quite hear the titles of the songs they are singing.
Here comes Rocker Boo . . . kind of mumbling in his lower register . . . but it picks up massively on the verse . . . and back down in the lower register . . . and back up to being stellar at the end.
Overall, solid perofrmance AND good vocals.
Randy thinks the song was just ok, but the vocals were HOT . . . Paula said something that I can’t quite decipher, but was quite positive and uplifting . . . I think . . . Simon thought it didn’t sound like a winning song.
The problem with these Idol songs is always the same . . . The judges never like them, and their critiques almost always come out sounding like attacks on the contestants instead of on the song.
I think Cookie did a good job with the song, and it sounds radio friendly. He just needs to bring up his lower register a half step, but otherwise, good job.
Here comes Rocker Boo . . . kind of mumbling in his lower register . . . but it picks up massively on the verse . . . and back down in the lower register . . . and back up to being stellar at the end.
Overall, solid perofrmance AND good vocals.
Randy thinks the song was just ok, but the vocals were HOT . . . Paula said something that I can’t quite decipher, but was quite positive and uplifting . . . I think . . . Simon thought it didn’t sound like a winning song.
The problem with these Idol songs is always the same . . . The judges never like them, and their critiques almost always come out sounding like attacks on the contestants instead of on the song.
I think Cookie did a good job with the song, and it sounds radio friendly. He just needs to bring up his lower register a half step, but otherwise, good job.
Lil David Won't Let The Sun Go Down on Him!
Here comes Lil Archie . . . I got to say, I'm pretty amped about this one, as well. I think this is a good choice by Sir Clive.
I don’t quite know what to say . . . . At the beginning of the performance, when he was sitting on the stairs, I was a little worried . . . but then . . . HE PERFORMED! HE PERFORMED! Where has this been all season!!! Vocals were spot on and MY LORD, HE PERFORMED!!!! I'm stunned and thrilled . . . this makes me think that Lil David could actually sell some records
Randy thought it was a molten hot performance . . . Paula has chills . . . and Simon thought it was the best performance for Lil Boo . . . Simon says: All in all, round one goes to Lil Boo
I gots to agree . . . I didn't think that it would get better than Rocker David, but Lil David brought his vocals AND his performance . . . For me, Round 1 to Lil David.
I don’t quite know what to say . . . . At the beginning of the performance, when he was sitting on the stairs, I was a little worried . . . but then . . . HE PERFORMED! HE PERFORMED! Where has this been all season!!! Vocals were spot on and MY LORD, HE PERFORMED!!!! I'm stunned and thrilled . . . this makes me think that Lil David could actually sell some records
Randy thought it was a molten hot performance . . . Paula has chills . . . and Simon thought it was the best performance for Lil Boo . . . Simon says: All in all, round one goes to Lil Boo
I gots to agree . . . I didn't think that it would get better than Rocker David, but Lil David brought his vocals AND his performance . . . For me, Round 1 to Lil David.
Rocker David Still Hasn't Found What He's Lookin For
Here comes Cookie . . . singin a little U2 . . . I'm pretty amped about this one . . .
Sounds really good so far . . . not over singing . . . sounds REALLY FREAKIN GOOD . . . and he used the stage in the audience. Excellent, Excellent, Excellent! Performance and vocals were very, very solid. He looked like a rock star, and sounded very, very good. I’m impressed.
Randy thought it was hot, but didn’t do all he could (he has a bit of a woodie for Archuletta) . . . Paula thinks Cookie has arrived, and Simon thought that he was tense and nervous to start, but that all in all . . . it was phenomenal.
Excellent start to the night!
Sounds really good so far . . . not over singing . . . sounds REALLY FREAKIN GOOD . . . and he used the stage in the audience. Excellent, Excellent, Excellent! Performance and vocals were very, very solid. He looked like a rock star, and sounded very, very good. I’m impressed.
Randy thought it was hot, but didn’t do all he could (he has a bit of a woodie for Archuletta) . . . Paula thinks Cookie has arrived, and Simon thought that he was tense and nervous to start, but that all in all . . . it was phenomenal.
Excellent start to the night!
A Boo on Boo Finale: Here we go!
Boxer Boos! This is very cute. I’m kind of hearting them in their boxing clothes . . . Lil Boo weighs in at 100 lbs . . . soaking wet.
Big David and Lil David are singing three songs each . . . three numbers each . . . and four hours to vote . . .
Man, they are playin this shizz up . . . . Lil David has some peac fuzz, yo . . . and Big David has some hella facial hair . . .
Here comes Clive Davis and Andrew Lloyd Weber to “guide” our Idols . . . and . . . Here come the boys . . .
The essence of cocky versus the essence of awwww shucks, maam . . .
They both say how like totally awesome and stuff each other is . . .
Side note: I’m not thrilled with either of their outfits . . . kind of ill fitting . . .
Here comes Clive . . . Rocker David will be singing U2’s “I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For” and Lil David will be singing “Don’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me”
Big David and Lil David are singing three songs each . . . three numbers each . . . and four hours to vote . . .
Man, they are playin this shizz up . . . . Lil David has some peac fuzz, yo . . . and Big David has some hella facial hair . . .
Here comes Clive Davis and Andrew Lloyd Weber to “guide” our Idols . . . and . . . Here come the boys . . .
The essence of cocky versus the essence of awwww shucks, maam . . .
They both say how like totally awesome and stuff each other is . . .
Side note: I’m not thrilled with either of their outfits . . . kind of ill fitting . . .
Here comes Clive . . . Rocker David will be singing U2’s “I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For” and Lil David will be singing “Don’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me”
Behind-the-scenes dirt from Archuleta's voice coach!
Click on the title above for an interesting video from MyFox Utah last week, where David Archuleta's voice coach Dean Kaelin says there are some "weird games being played" with regards to song choice, position, and arrangement on the Final Three show.
Seems that Lil David wanted to do a song that went to Cook, and Archuleta's best song was shifted to first instead of last, unlike Cook. Also, Syesha wanted to have strings and was told she couldn't - but on the same show Cook had strings! Shenanigans? Kind of makes you wonder what to look out for tonight, to see if TPTB will tip their hand as to who they want to wear the Idol crown.
Seems that Lil David wanted to do a song that went to Cook, and Archuleta's best song was shifted to first instead of last, unlike Cook. Also, Syesha wanted to have strings and was told she couldn't - but on the same show Cook had strings! Shenanigans? Kind of makes you wonder what to look out for tonight, to see if TPTB will tip their hand as to who they want to wear the Idol crown.
Mimi and Cookie!
Well, it looks like Mimi will be on the Idol finale on Wednesday to try and emancipate our Cookie! Idol Blog Live is spoiling that Ms. Mimi and Cookie will be singing a duet that night. In addition, Carrie Underwood WILL be coming on to perform her single, "Last Name". Finally, there will be some "dead" duets during the telecast. Think Celine Dion and Elvis Presley from last year's inaugural episode of Idol Gives Back. Should be interesting. Please oh please do not let them put Lil Boo with an image of John Lennon . . . I'd kind of hope that Chris Brown comes on and refers to Lil David as his Lil Shawty!
Friendly Little Competition: A Massive Update**
Ok, so, it's been a hot minute since we've updated the scores for the Friendly Little Competition . . . there's a reason . . . we had a bit of a Taste of Idol controversy . . . So, in the week of the Top 5, L, K, J, and TtownIdolFan provided a Bottom 2 prediction and Allison and Rubbertoe provided a Bottom 3 . . . with the discrepancy, the scores shifted a bit . . . So, L & K both provided a suggestion . . . kind of cracks me up, so, I thought we would do it. The scores will be provided in two lists . . . one with a * to denote the inclusion of the "Bottom 3" in the Top 5 and one that will not include all three of their picks . . . So, much like for Roger Maris breaking Babe Ruth's homerun record (*61) OR in college football when both LSU and USC were declared national champions three years ago, we could have two winners! Did I amp the dramz level enough . . . Tee Hee . . . Here we go
Name Top 5 Top 4 Top 3
Rubbertoe 2*/1 2 1
J 1 2 1
L 1 2 1
Allison 2*/1 2 1
K 2 3 1
Ttown 2 2 1
Sorry for the crooked lines . . .
*Standings
1. Rubbertoe 20
2. J 19
2. L 19
2. A 19
2. K 19
6. Ttown 16
Non *Standings
1. Rubbertoe 19
1. J 19
1. L 19
1. K 19
5. Allison 18
6. Ttown 16
As you can see, with the * counted, Rubbertoe takes a one point lead into the finale! In the other list, Rubbertoe, J, L, and K are tied for the lead going into the finale. Either way, we are all VERY close indicating just how IdolSmart we are! :)
It's a close race to the finish here at a Little Taste of Idol!
The Boos Battle it Out: EW's Perspective
Our buddies over at Entertainment Weekly have created their weekly Idolatry video blog discussing some of the past weeks, and giving their predictions on the Boo v. Boo finale. Interesting and funny stuff as always. Check it out!
Simon Cowell Discusses Fantasia with Ellen
Perez Hilton has posted a clip of Simon Cowell's recent interview with Ellen Degeneres. No, no, he was not announcing that he and La Seacrest will make it a double wedding with Ellen and Portia, he was talking about Fantasia's . . . er, interesting performance on last week's results show. Click the link to see the interview.
Simon dishes with Ellen about Fantasia
Monday, May 19, 2008
Boo on Boo Finale: A Spoiler Update
So, DJ Slim over at Idol Blog Live is spoiling that David Cook has chosen to sing U2's "I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For"
Also, it has been spoiled that both contestants will be allowed to choose any song from the Top 10 songwriter's Idol song selections . . . Smart move, I think, from the Idol Machine to let them have this many choices.
I can't wait for tomorrow, yo!
Also, it has been spoiled that both contestants will be allowed to choose any song from the Top 10 songwriter's Idol song selections . . . Smart move, I think, from the Idol Machine to let them have this many choices.
I can't wait for tomorrow, yo!
More Spoilers from the Boo vs. Boo Idol Death Match
An updated spoiler from the earlier spoiler . . . Idol Blog Live reported the information from the earlier post . . . however, TV Guide is now reporting that the David's will indeed be singing one repeat performance and one Clive Davis pick, but THEY WILL NOT BE SINGING THE IDOL THEME SONG . . . They are reporting that they will be singing some song from an online poll of top ten songs . . . where is this poll? why have we not seen it? WTF?
A Brief Article on the Finalists David!
USA Today has written an article on the Two Davids. The article briefly allows the Davids to express how they feel about being in the final, and what they thought was going to happen in the Top 3. Click the link to read the story.
A Few Morsels of the Rich Tasty Goodness that is the American Idol Finale!
Ugh! I got to the bottom of this post and hit the FRACKING escape key, and have had to start over . . . UGH!
And go . . . DJ Slim over at Idol Blog Live continues to spoil all of the juicy tidbits . . . Here are a few morsels pertaining to the Idol Finale Results Show!
* Paula will debut a new song from her upcoming album - Er . . . Um . . . live, seriously, I'm just not sure . . . I mean, I have this image stuck in my head of Paula and her back up dancers partially blinding me one year during the MTV Video Music Awards with their interpretation of her song, "Vibeology" . . . Anyone remember that . . . . Anyhoo, I suppose she could lipsync or sing with a track as it has been rumored that Jordin Sparks and Leona Lewis did . . . seriously yo, maybe I'm mistaken, but did I miss the lesson in school about how to make your voice sound like its echoing . . .
* Top 12 will perform as a group with Paula - Could assist in the aforementioned "live" performance and lead me to only jab one of my eyes out with a hot poker.
* The SYTYCD Dancers will perform on Wednesday - Very curious about this one . . . A few of my friends watch this show and absolutely HEART it!
* Each of the Top 5 will duet with a celebrity - I have one request of TPTB, please keep Meat Loaf away from our Idols . . . I still have about half of a toothpick remaining in my right ear from the debacle that was The Loaf and The McPheever . . . I mean, can y'all imagine The Loaf with Lil Boo or Brooke . . . All I can envision is both of them on stage with The Loaf, doing their best to get through the performance, but all the while sporting a look, that if translated, would read something like this . . . "For the love of La Seacrest, please don't let this big scary man get anywhere near me . . . feets don't fail me now!!"
* 2 previous Idols from each of the past seasons will perform - Now, this one could be very fun . . . depending on who they get . . .
My requests:
Season 1: Tamyra Gray and RJ Helton (CutieMcPretty)
Season 2: Trenyce and KLo
Season 3: LATOYA LONDON . . . that is all
Season 4: Vonzelle and AFed (I heart him)
Season 5: Bucky (singing Fat Bottomed Girls!) and Elliot - Vote Like YAMIN it!
Season 6: Blake and Chris Richardson (for very selfish reasons) . . . I'm a Blaker Boy!
* The Jonas Brothers will perform - I knew they'd sneak them in some how.
What do y'all think of the makings of the Idol extravaganza?
American Idol Finale: Boo on Boo Spoilers!
DJ Slim over at Idol Blog Live has started to spill some spoilers about the finale. Another post will follow about the results show. However, it looks like there's been a wee bit of a change for the Tuesday night performance show . . . The contestants will only get one choice of song . . .the second belongs to one Mr. Clive Davis . . . And then of course, the idol schmaltzy song to conclude.
Only Lil Boo songs have spoiled . . .
1. Contestants choice (reprise) "Imagine"
2. Clive Davis' choice "Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me
Yay, one for two baby! Ok, La Davis has not always provided the best song choices for our Idol finalists, but I gots to say, this choice should be right up Lil Boo's alley. Clear clean voice singing a clear clean song. Could prove moment worthy for Lil Boo . . .
Also, we now know who one the coin toss . . . THAT WAS COMPLETELY LEFT OFF OF THE TOP 3 RESULTS SHOW . . . bitter, party of one, my table is ready . . . anyhoo . . .
the following is the performance order.
1. Rocker Boo
2. Lil Boo
Lil David won the coin toss and elected to go second . . . duh . . . I don't think either of these two would pull the idiotic, albeit chivalrous, move of winning the coin toss and allowing the other person to choose. Also, I must correct myself . . . all Idols who have performed first have lost except Rueben Studdard. . .
More spoilers to come!
A Little Taste of . . . Birthday!
All of us here at A Little Taste of Idol would love to give a birthday shout out to our co-blogger, Allison. Allison turns . . . oh come on, y'all . . . I'd never reveal her actual age . . . Here's hoping you have a day that rocks your face off! Happy Birthday, Boo!
Sunday, May 18, 2008
A Boo on Boo Finale!
Well, y'all, we have arrived at another American Idol finale! A Boo on Boo Idol fight is looming on the horizon. The finale will feature one performance from their Idol experience, one performance of their own choosing, and the schmaltzy Idol song.
I would like for all of us at A Little Taste of Idol to predict what we think/wish Lil Boo and Rocker Boo will sing for the upcoming extravaganza. I will begin the process.
Round 1 - Past Performance
1 Rocker Boo - "Hello" from the Top 24 rounds - To me, this performance was his breakout moment. In addition, I think it has been long enough that the performance is not fresh in the audience's mind.
2. Lil Boo - "Imagine" from the Top 24 rounds - Ditto the above reasoning.
Round 2 - Contestant's Choice - I am going to predict based on them choosing a new song. Please, please, boos, please choose a new song!
1. Rocker David - "I'm Only Happy When It Rains" Garbage OR "Smooth" Carlos Santana feat. Rob Thoomas. I think either of these songs would provide Rocker Boo with such a good vehicle for his talents. The thought of Rocker Boo singing "Smooth" kind of provides me with the foundation for impure thoughts . . . You remember that video and how Hella Hot Rob Thomas was . . . . ok, I'm back . . .
2. Lil David - "One Voice" Elton John OR "You're Still You" Josh Groban OR "When You Look Me In The Eyes" Jonas Brothers. Perhaps it is a mistake to suggest Lil Boo perform a song that Kelly Clarkson knocked out of the part on the Idol 2 finale results show, however, he has that purity of voice that could really make this a moment. The Josh Groban song was a necessary selection as I believe the comparisons are many between these two. However, what I would really like to see Lil Boo sing is the Jonas Brothers song. It's a power ballad and would be sund SO much better by Lil Boo than the nasal interpretation of the Pubescent Trio.
So, what do y'all think?
Give me your tired, your poor, your Idol Predictions!!!
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Top 3: The Results . . . Will America FINALLY get it right?
Will it be the most dramatic Top 3 ever . . . My early guess is, er, um, no . . . but, we will see. THIS is AMERican Idol!
And here come the Idol's singing "Ain't No Stoppin Us Now" . . . um, when do we get new millenium night . . . anyhoo, how much do you want to bed that Rocker David's friends are making SUCH fun of him right now. Playing drinking games . . . take a shot everytime he has to act dorky on camera . . . and . . . their drunk.
So, our Idols are once again back stage . . . Again, I say, I want the people on the couch prior to elimination . . . not one of the good changes, Idol!!
Let's bring up Lil David . . . OH! I NEED YA BOO! . . . sorry . . . and, we're going back to Lil David's hometown . . . Look, the cheerleaders are attacking him . . . and, he looks strangely freaked out . . . and we're at a Lil David event . . .and my boo is crying . . . I'm making an official Little Taste of Idol change . . . I am now officially referring to Lil David as Lil Boo!!! I'm hearting him at home.
Next up is Ms. Syesha . . . She's goin home and hangin with her peeps. Lots of crying for Ms. Syesha, but strangely does not inspire me to give her the boo label . . . I like her, and think she will be hittin up broadway hardcore . . . but, I have hard time believing her when she speaks, cries, etc.
Finally, Rocker David is up and so is his bro. A non-idol aside . . . I'm showing my inner dork here, but I think Cookies brother is soooooooooooooo geek sheik cute! Tee Hee . . . anyway, we're going back home with the Cooks. Um, now Rocker David is crying . . . and I'm gonna now officially start calling him Rocker Boo . . . I'm hearting him back home with his bro. Maybe Rocker Boo will sing at Bro Boo and my ceremony . . . er, um . . . Idol . . .yes, Idol . . .
And now, it's time for the results. 56 million votes, bitches! Let me just say before they announce the results. I SO WANT A BOO ON BOO FINALE! We've been waiting for the right 2 to be in the finale since Season 2!
After the nationwide vote, the first person to make the finals is . . . LIL BOO! YAY! OH, I NEED YA BOO! That leaves Rocker Boo and Ms. Mercado for the final spot . . . The second person in the finals is . . . ROCKER BOO! YAY! A BOO ON BOO FINALE, YO! HOLLA!
I must say, Ms. Syesha looks like she knew she was going home, and handles the moment with grace and class. I'm impressed. But, I'm MORE impressed that we FINALLY have the correct finale! And, I'll have to check, but I think that all of us bloggers picked this finale!
I am so excited, but damn it, I wanted to see the coin toss! In all of Idol history, only the person who has gone second has won the title! And, in another little bit of Idol trivia, this is the first American Idol finale that features two individuals who have never been to the bottom two or three. Every other finale had at least one contestant who had been in danger of elimination at least once. A little Idol history . . . I'm sure we will spend the next week prognosticating on what will happen in the finale!
Holla!
And here come the Idol's singing "Ain't No Stoppin Us Now" . . . um, when do we get new millenium night . . . anyhoo, how much do you want to bed that Rocker David's friends are making SUCH fun of him right now. Playing drinking games . . . take a shot everytime he has to act dorky on camera . . . and . . . their drunk.
So, our Idols are once again back stage . . . Again, I say, I want the people on the couch prior to elimination . . . not one of the good changes, Idol!!
Let's bring up Lil David . . . OH! I NEED YA BOO! . . . sorry . . . and, we're going back to Lil David's hometown . . . Look, the cheerleaders are attacking him . . . and, he looks strangely freaked out . . . and we're at a Lil David event . . .and my boo is crying . . . I'm making an official Little Taste of Idol change . . . I am now officially referring to Lil David as Lil Boo!!! I'm hearting him at home.
Next up is Ms. Syesha . . . She's goin home and hangin with her peeps. Lots of crying for Ms. Syesha, but strangely does not inspire me to give her the boo label . . . I like her, and think she will be hittin up broadway hardcore . . . but, I have hard time believing her when she speaks, cries, etc.
Finally, Rocker David is up and so is his bro. A non-idol aside . . . I'm showing my inner dork here, but I think Cookies brother is soooooooooooooo geek sheik cute! Tee Hee . . . anyway, we're going back home with the Cooks. Um, now Rocker David is crying . . . and I'm gonna now officially start calling him Rocker Boo . . . I'm hearting him back home with his bro. Maybe Rocker Boo will sing at Bro Boo and my ceremony . . . er, um . . . Idol . . .yes, Idol . . .
And now, it's time for the results. 56 million votes, bitches! Let me just say before they announce the results. I SO WANT A BOO ON BOO FINALE! We've been waiting for the right 2 to be in the finale since Season 2!
After the nationwide vote, the first person to make the finals is . . . LIL BOO! YAY! OH, I NEED YA BOO! That leaves Rocker Boo and Ms. Mercado for the final spot . . . The second person in the finals is . . . ROCKER BOO! YAY! A BOO ON BOO FINALE, YO! HOLLA!
I must say, Ms. Syesha looks like she knew she was going home, and handles the moment with grace and class. I'm impressed. But, I'm MORE impressed that we FINALLY have the correct finale! And, I'll have to check, but I think that all of us bloggers picked this finale!
I am so excited, but damn it, I wanted to see the coin toss! In all of Idol history, only the person who has gone second has won the title! And, in another little bit of Idol trivia, this is the first American Idol finale that features two individuals who have never been to the bottom two or three. Every other finale had at least one contestant who had been in danger of elimination at least once. A little Idol history . . . I'm sure we will spend the next week prognosticating on what will happen in the finale!
Holla!
Ãdolos del último tres
- not really, but they're all we've got.
The quick rundown on last night:
We have to totally agree with Allison, and isn't it cool she got to hear the show on the radio? We should all do that next year, as we probably get hypnotized by Ryan's shiny suits and the pretty lights.
1st round, Cook by a hair (one of his 11-12)
2nd round, nobody, holy crap it was all just meh.
3rd round, Cook; but you have to give Archuleta props for breathing life into one of the many antediluvian songs of the night. As many of you have said, WTF on the ancient songs? - and were the producers sniffing bus fumes when they picked -their- songs?
Maybe they can have an all-CGI Idol next year where the "contestants" can continually sing the catalog of Gordon Lightfoot.
Double D's in the finale, and we aren't talking about Syesha's real talents. Cookie and Archie will be singing to Syesha, as she watches them in the finale from the cheap seats.
L & K: David and David survive, Syesha goes home. If there is a B2, then K: Archie/Screamesha, L: Cookie/Syesha
The quick rundown on last night:
We have to totally agree with Allison, and isn't it cool she got to hear the show on the radio? We should all do that next year, as we probably get hypnotized by Ryan's shiny suits and the pretty lights.
1st round, Cook by a hair (one of his 11-12)
2nd round, nobody, holy crap it was all just meh.
3rd round, Cook; but you have to give Archuleta props for breathing life into one of the many antediluvian songs of the night. As many of you have said, WTF on the ancient songs? - and were the producers sniffing bus fumes when they picked -their- songs?
Maybe they can have an all-CGI Idol next year where the "contestants" can continually sing the catalog of Gordon Lightfoot.
Double D's in the finale, and we aren't talking about Syesha's real talents. Cookie and Archie will be singing to Syesha, as she watches them in the finale from the cheap seats.
L & K: David and David survive, Syesha goes home. If there is a B2, then K: Archie/Screamesha, L: Cookie/Syesha
I've Never Been Higher
Wow, Jason never smoked a joint?
That must be some delicious tobacco he's smoking there.
- K
(loading his Marlboros into the bong)
The Cuteness says, "I've Never Been High"
DJ Slim over at IdolBlogLive is reporting an interview from OK Magazine with The Cuteness. In the interview, they ask JC about his alcohol and drug usage. He states that he didn't drink alcohol until about a year ago and that HE HAS NEVER BEEN HIGH . . . Hmmmm . . . I just don't know what to say . . . that must be some pretty strong hooka he's got.
Idol Baby Pics
The official idol website (www.idolonfox.com) has posted baby pics of the top 24. This one cracked me up.....can you guess who it is?
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Top 3: What Decade Is This?
Here are my rankings of the performances of the Top 3 . . . such as they were.
1. Lil David - "So It Goes" - The acapella first half of the song goes a long way for me. Probably the best VOCAL of the night.
2. Rocker David - "I Don't Wanna Miss A Thing" - The first half of the song was quite nice . . . the second half not quite as good for me . . . see TtownIdol's reference to screaming. . .
(GAP - read: none of the other performances registered on my relevance meter)
3. Syesha - "If I Ain't Got You" - Her best vocal of the night . . . just kind of waiting for the first half of the song to be done so she could get to the belting part of the song . . .
4. Rocker David - "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" - I prefaced a previous entry with the notion that this is one of my all time favorites . . .and I didn't love his interpretation, but . . . he did the best with it he could.
5. Lil David - "With You" - Simply because he stayed in vocal range and I got to hear him say the word "boo"
6. Syesha - "Fever" - That chair . . . ugh . . . were those sequins on her dress or little bits of feta cheese?
7. Lil David - "Longer" - Again, as per usual, he was in vocal range and sounded good, but this song is so dreadful and he just hasn't had the life experience to pull it off.
8. Syesha - Penguin Song - Couldn't remember the title . . . not good . . . not good . . . not good . . . but, for me not as bad as . . .
9. Rocker David - "Dare You to Move" - Yikes, there were some bum notes in this performance that I just couldn't deal with . . . I'm sure on the isle of unpopular opinion here, but I just thought it was a great big mess.
For me, Lil David won the night by the smallest of margins . . . However, the larger deal is that Syesha needed to have a MOMENT or two and have the boys really be subpar . . . Didn't happen.
Prediction: Syesha has wrung the last bit of luck out of her Idol washrag.
1. Lil David - "So It Goes" - The acapella first half of the song goes a long way for me. Probably the best VOCAL of the night.
2. Rocker David - "I Don't Wanna Miss A Thing" - The first half of the song was quite nice . . . the second half not quite as good for me . . . see TtownIdol's reference to screaming. . .
(GAP - read: none of the other performances registered on my relevance meter)
3. Syesha - "If I Ain't Got You" - Her best vocal of the night . . . just kind of waiting for the first half of the song to be done so she could get to the belting part of the song . . .
4. Rocker David - "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" - I prefaced a previous entry with the notion that this is one of my all time favorites . . .and I didn't love his interpretation, but . . . he did the best with it he could.
5. Lil David - "With You" - Simply because he stayed in vocal range and I got to hear him say the word "boo"
6. Syesha - "Fever" - That chair . . . ugh . . . were those sequins on her dress or little bits of feta cheese?
7. Lil David - "Longer" - Again, as per usual, he was in vocal range and sounded good, but this song is so dreadful and he just hasn't had the life experience to pull it off.
8. Syesha - Penguin Song - Couldn't remember the title . . . not good . . . not good . . . not good . . . but, for me not as bad as . . .
9. Rocker David - "Dare You to Move" - Yikes, there were some bum notes in this performance that I just couldn't deal with . . . I'm sure on the isle of unpopular opinion here, but I just thought it was a great big mess.
For me, Lil David won the night by the smallest of margins . . . However, the larger deal is that Syesha needed to have a MOMENT or two and have the boys really be subpar . . . Didn't happen.
Prediction: Syesha has wrung the last bit of luck out of her Idol washrag.
What the F--K?
I agree with my Brother Rubbertoe, last night was the worst final three ever!
David A.-Solid night but he is not hip nor hop!
David C.- I agree with J on Mr. Cook, perhaps our TV was set on scream! But he does know how to entertain!
Syesha-Good night but not good enough to over come the Davids! She will be the new toast of Broadway!
I don't think she should go home based on last night but I think this is her night to go home based on the whole contest!
AMERICA HAS SPOKEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
David A.-Solid night but he is not hip nor hop!
David C.- I agree with J on Mr. Cook, perhaps our TV was set on scream! But he does know how to entertain!
Syesha-Good night but not good enough to over come the Davids! She will be the new toast of Broadway!
I don't think she should go home based on last night but I think this is her night to go home based on the whole contest!
AMERICA HAS SPOKEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Worst top 3 show EVER!
So I figured today I would just get right to the point. Last night was the worst top 3 show ever! I didn’t find any of the performances worthy of praise. A couple of quick thought before I get to my analysis. The main problem I had with last nights show is the same problem that I have had with the show this season: It was too “old” and too “clichéd”. Seriously….this is supposed to be a show about picking the next “American Idol”…it should be a little more edgy….a little more hip…..seriously….a bit more this century. When the songs picked come from Roberta Flack…Dan Fogelberg….Billy Joel….c’mon….all great artists, but not the pop idols of today. As I said a couple of weeks ago on our idol blog (www.alittletasteofidol.blogspot.com) what should we expect next year…..Engelbert Humperdink night?
Ok….I’m off my rant…lets get to the show:
Lil David: First song – And so it goes- Billy Joel. God you know I love Billy Joel…and with all the songs to choose from they choose one that is really understated and doesn’t really do David any justice. (Maybe the conspiracy theories are correct that they tried to sabotage him this week). I thought he did it well….not great….but ok – (6)
Second song – I have to give him props for trying to do something a little more relevant and hip….it didn’t really work for him – (4)
Third song – Dan Fogelberg – Pretty song…..sung pretty…..but lacking the David touches…..I heard it in one vanishing second…but overall not up to par (5)
Syesha: Randy picks the Diva ballad. It was fine, but showed that she can’t compete with the true Diva’s…at least not yet (5)
Second song: Fever. Dated….bland……totally Cabaret….complete with the chair (I almost expected a Mein Heir recreation).(4)
Third song: As Simon said….forgettable. Did herself no favor by not choosing something to really showcase her talent. (4)
On the up side….she looked fabulous…they have done an incredible job creating her image and she was the best “performer” of the night. Sadly…her vocals were not up to her performance.
David Cook: First song: If ever I saw your face. Beautiful song and something that I really had hoped that David would do something unique with. Instead…as Simon said….he gave us a boring, forgettable standard kareokoe version of the song. I expected so much more (5)
Second song: Didn’t know the song. Found it to be kinda boring…and his vocals were not up to his norm (5)
Third song: Best performance of a very weak night. He hit a couple of real clunker notes…especially the second to last note…AY!....but this is the kind of song that David should sing….he was in his element…albeit…not where he was three weeks ago (7)
Final Rubbertoe tallies:
Lil David : 15 points (average: 5)
Syesha: 13 points ( average: 4.3)
David Cook: 17 points ( average: 5.7)
Ok….I’m off my rant…lets get to the show:
Lil David: First song – And so it goes- Billy Joel. God you know I love Billy Joel…and with all the songs to choose from they choose one that is really understated and doesn’t really do David any justice. (Maybe the conspiracy theories are correct that they tried to sabotage him this week). I thought he did it well….not great….but ok – (6)
Second song – I have to give him props for trying to do something a little more relevant and hip….it didn’t really work for him – (4)
Third song – Dan Fogelberg – Pretty song…..sung pretty…..but lacking the David touches…..I heard it in one vanishing second…but overall not up to par (5)
Syesha: Randy picks the Diva ballad. It was fine, but showed that she can’t compete with the true Diva’s…at least not yet (5)
Second song: Fever. Dated….bland……totally Cabaret….complete with the chair (I almost expected a Mein Heir recreation).(4)
Third song: As Simon said….forgettable. Did herself no favor by not choosing something to really showcase her talent. (4)
On the up side….she looked fabulous…they have done an incredible job creating her image and she was the best “performer” of the night. Sadly…her vocals were not up to her performance.
David Cook: First song: If ever I saw your face. Beautiful song and something that I really had hoped that David would do something unique with. Instead…as Simon said….he gave us a boring, forgettable standard kareokoe version of the song. I expected so much more (5)
Second song: Didn’t know the song. Found it to be kinda boring…and his vocals were not up to his norm (5)
Third song: Best performance of a very weak night. He hit a couple of real clunker notes…especially the second to last note…AY!....but this is the kind of song that David should sing….he was in his element…albeit…not where he was three weeks ago (7)
Final Rubbertoe tallies:
Lil David : 15 points (average: 5)
Syesha: 13 points ( average: 4.3)
David Cook: 17 points ( average: 5.7)
Long live King David(s)
So ... umm ... I guess I watched a different Idol top 3 than my dear friend, Josh.
I absolutely agreed with Simon -- David Cook EASILY won the night. Not even really close in my opinion. David C. won rounds 1 and 3 and Round two was a draw.
I will note that our Fox affiliate also simulcasts on 87.7 FM radio here and I listened to the performances over the radio first while I was driving back from Birmingham and then watched later. So by the time I watched, I had some opinions already.
David Cook showed America (Hi Shep!) that he can sing and rock out and have fun and look like he is supposed to be doing all of those things. I thought Simon's choice was crazy difficult, but David stepped up. I liked his sound on the radio and I think that he will get plenty of airplay on mainstream radio. I love the Switchfoot song generally and although I agree that the vocals were not superb, I can give David C. some forgiveness because he looked and sounded like a rock star. I absolutely hate the last song as a general premise (Thank you Antonella), but his performance easily topped the other David and Syesha.
David A. looked awkward last night. I guess that we have an understanding that "Daddy" was a big help to him during the competition. Josh, I did not hear any acapella part to the first song - which I found boring and not intimate enough. Where was the piano??? The second song was a mess. I am glad the he stepped out and picked a challenging song, but do you think he even knows what a "boo" is? Seemed a little like 17 year old singing in the mirror with a hairbrush for a microphone. It did not work for me. It felt forced and contrived -- especially when watching it. Over the radio I did not have nearly as harsh of an opinion about it. Longer was boring. Pretty but boring. Obviously David A. is the best singer, but he is not the best performer. I hope he makes it to next week. (Side note -- I love David A.'s voice on the radio because it is so distinctive.)
Syesha needs to be on Broadway Idol, not American Idol. She doesn't work for me as a radio/pop artist. While I was listening to Fever on the radio, I was thinking that this performance is probably whole lot better if you could see it and not just hear it. The other two songs were nothing special.
Going to the finale -- All of the Davids
Going home -- Syesha
I absolutely agreed with Simon -- David Cook EASILY won the night. Not even really close in my opinion. David C. won rounds 1 and 3 and Round two was a draw.
I will note that our Fox affiliate also simulcasts on 87.7 FM radio here and I listened to the performances over the radio first while I was driving back from Birmingham and then watched later. So by the time I watched, I had some opinions already.
David Cook showed America (Hi Shep!) that he can sing and rock out and have fun and look like he is supposed to be doing all of those things. I thought Simon's choice was crazy difficult, but David stepped up. I liked his sound on the radio and I think that he will get plenty of airplay on mainstream radio. I love the Switchfoot song generally and although I agree that the vocals were not superb, I can give David C. some forgiveness because he looked and sounded like a rock star. I absolutely hate the last song as a general premise (Thank you Antonella), but his performance easily topped the other David and Syesha.
David A. looked awkward last night. I guess that we have an understanding that "Daddy" was a big help to him during the competition. Josh, I did not hear any acapella part to the first song - which I found boring and not intimate enough. Where was the piano??? The second song was a mess. I am glad the he stepped out and picked a challenging song, but do you think he even knows what a "boo" is? Seemed a little like 17 year old singing in the mirror with a hairbrush for a microphone. It did not work for me. It felt forced and contrived -- especially when watching it. Over the radio I did not have nearly as harsh of an opinion about it. Longer was boring. Pretty but boring. Obviously David A. is the best singer, but he is not the best performer. I hope he makes it to next week. (Side note -- I love David A.'s voice on the radio because it is so distinctive.)
Syesha needs to be on Broadway Idol, not American Idol. She doesn't work for me as a radio/pop artist. While I was listening to Fever on the radio, I was thinking that this performance is probably whole lot better if you could see it and not just hear it. The other two songs were nothing special.
Going to the finale -- All of the Davids
Going home -- Syesha
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Cookie Doesn't Want Us to Miss a Thing
David Cook ends the night by performing the producer's choice of "I Don't Wanna Miss A Thing". Again, why are they giving Rocker David a song to sing that is covered in monterey jack! Anyhoo, here he goes. I kind of feel about this performance like I have felt about him the past two weeks . . . eh . . . it was ok. Actually the first half of the song was great . . . understated and well sung . . . and then, we hit the middle and end, and although better than the other two . . . he just can't help himself with the scream . . . kind of cracks me up.
Randy thinks it was just ok. Paula didn't love it, but thought he sang it well. Simon thinks this is one of the best songs ever written (seriously) and that David Cook won the night (seriously?) . . .
Rankings to come . . .
What did you think?
Randy thinks it was just ok. Paula didn't love it, but thought he sang it well. Simon thinks this is one of the best songs ever written (seriously) and that David Cook won the night (seriously?) . . .
Rankings to come . . .
What did you think?
Syesha dances like a penguin?
Ms. Syesha rounds out her night by singing a random dance song from Happy Feet. When I watched this youtube clip I was quite enthused by the idea of her singing this song. Syesha is in full on performance mode again. Good performance this time, and solid vocals as usual, but not the dynamic MOMENT she needed to overtake one of the Davids.
Randy thinks it was ok. Paula thinks it was ok, but not enough to make the finals (She has been on target tonight). Simon thinks that she was solid, but ok.
Randy thinks it was ok. Paula thinks it was ok, but not enough to make the finals (She has been on target tonight). Simon thinks that she was solid, but ok.
Final Round: Lil David sings Dan F. ?
Final round begins with Lil David singing Dan Fogelberg and "Longer". What a strange and sappy song choice for Lil David. Why oh why do the producers want to make these kids into middle aged Vegas side shows. Anyhoo, Lil David performs the song quite nicely. As he has done over the past two weeks, Lil Bit is vocally on top of his game. A plus for me in this performance is the lack of massive runs and he did not over sing the song. Good solid performance.
Randy did not like the song, but loved the performance. Paula thought Lil Bit did a lovely job. Simon can not criticize Lil David, and thinks he sang well. . . and thinks he has done what he needs to do to make the finals.
Randy did not like the song, but loved the performance. Paula thought Lil Bit did a lovely job. Simon can not criticize Lil David, and thinks he sang well. . . and thinks he has done what he needs to do to make the finals.
Rocker David Dares Us To Move
The second round of personal choices ends up with Rocker David performing Switchbot's "Dare You to Move". This song is a much better choice than his original choice of Collective Soul's "World I Know". . . Here we go . . .oh . . .oh . . .he's off key . . . way off key . . . ok, now we're moving to the bigger part of the song . . . . YIKES! He's screaming! I LOVE Rocker David, but this was not good. Off key and screaming does not a good song make.
Randy thought it was just ok. Paula thought is was not his best performance. Simon thought that Round 2 was ok all around.
Round 2 was not nearly as strong as round 1. I would like to call it a tie, but yikes, Rocker David did not do well.
1. Lil David - 8 - solid vocals and points for picking a current song
2. Syesha - 7 - good vocals but a gouda filled performance
3. Rocker David - 6.5 - Yikes, it was rough for me.
Despite the above rankings, I think that round 2 was pretty much a draw.
Randy thought it was just ok. Paula thought is was not his best performance. Simon thought that Round 2 was ok all around.
Round 2 was not nearly as strong as round 1. I would like to call it a tie, but yikes, Rocker David did not do well.
1. Lil David - 8 - solid vocals and points for picking a current song
2. Syesha - 7 - good vocals but a gouda filled performance
3. Rocker David - 6.5 - Yikes, it was rough for me.
Despite the above rankings, I think that round 2 was pretty much a draw.
Does Syesha Give You Fever
Syesha is next up in round 2. She has chosen "Fever" by Peggy Lee. I'm a bit concerned by this song choice. Not because I think she'll have any problem singing it, but because it has the overwhelming potential to look a little like cheese toast. Oh, I was right, she has a chair. Again, though, she looks fabulous, but she needs to be careful . . . girl's dress is a wee short . . . um . . . . the vocals are good, as always. However, the performance is dripping in velveta. For the love . . . She is setting herself up for a Broadway career, but seriously, not feeling the chair and the movements . . . and stuff.
Randy thinks she sounded good, but that it was just ok. Paula doesn't think it showed who she was as an artist. Simon says it was well sung, but very cabaret.
Randy thinks she sounded good, but that it was just ok. Paula doesn't think it showed who she was as an artist. Simon says it was well sung, but very cabaret.
Round 2: Is Archie your boo?
Here comes round 2, and Lil David is up first with the only song selection from the last 12 months, Chris Brown's "With You". I love this song. L & K made a comment earlier that they would spit their margarita across the room if Lil Bit actually says the word "boo". Here we go . . . Wait, do I hear a spit take coming from Texas . . . HE SAID "BOO"! I absolutely love that he chose a contemporary song. Big risk in my book. Vocals are solid, moving is a bit awkward, but vocals are good, and overall, I think he performed well.
Randy applauds the song choice but does not necessarily think the song fits him . . . but again, thinks he could sing the phone book. Paula likes the song choice but wants him to not draw out notes on these types of songs (good critique). Simon also applauds the song choice but thinks he was a bit awkward.
Randy applauds the song choice but does not necessarily think the song fits him . . . but again, thinks he could sing the phone book. Paula likes the song choice but wants him to not draw out notes on these types of songs (good critique). Simon also applauds the song choice but thinks he was a bit awkward.
Do you like this face of Cookie?
So, this is the performance about which I am most worried. I will preface this review by saying that "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" is one of my top 5 all time favorite songs. . . . just romance and making out personified . . . ok, I'm back. Simon chose this song for Rocker David to take him out of his comfort zone and thinks he will have a "moment" with it. I'm worried. Here it goes . . . oh, oh, no falsetto . . . ok, ok, NO NO NO . . . he is doing this song with the same formula as every other . . . start slow . . . slow . . . slow . . . and then get a little louder and kinda end in a scream. To be fair, this song choice was gonna be tough for Cookie no matter how he did it . . . fairly solid vocal, but I did not enjoy his particular interpretation of it. Props for doing the best with the song that he could.
Randy thought it was ok, but not his favorite. Paula thought it was good. Simon thought it was one of his best performances and pronounced round 1 for Cowell and Cook. Um . . . er . . . well, I can say this, at least Simon is consistent.
For me (using Rubbertoe's ranking system) . . .
Round 1:
1. Lil David 10 (acapella goes a long way for me)
2. Syesha 9 strong vocals particularly in the second half
3. Rocker David 8 - Good attempt, but just didn't work for me . . . no screaming, please
Randy thought it was ok, but not his favorite. Paula thought it was good. Simon thought it was one of his best performances and pronounced round 1 for Cowell and Cook. Um . . . er . . . well, I can say this, at least Simon is consistent.
For me (using Rubbertoe's ranking system) . . .
Round 1:
1. Lil David 10 (acapella goes a long way for me)
2. Syesha 9 strong vocals particularly in the second half
3. Rocker David 8 - Good attempt, but just didn't work for me . . . no screaming, please
Syesha Ain't Got No Problems
Ms. Syesha is up next with her rendition of Alicia Keys' "If I Ain't Got You". Randy Jackson has chosen La Mercado's choice tonight. Might I just say that the girl looks fierce (see Project Runway for original fierce reference). I'm a touch worried about this song choice, but we'll see. Ok, the first half of the song was ok . . . I think she's waiting for the second half of the song where she can belt . . . and YES, belting happens and she comes alive. Her vocals are strong and onpoint. Overall, very very good, but a half step below Lil David.
Randy, of course, thinks this song choice was great and that she had a massive yo factor. Paula thought she did a great job and that girl is workin it. Simon thought the vocals were good, but wishes she had switched it up a bit.
Let the janking between Simon and Randy begin.
Randy, of course, thinks this song choice was great and that she had a massive yo factor. Paula thought she did a great job and that girl is workin it. Simon thought the vocals were good, but wishes she had switched it up a bit.
Let the janking between Simon and Randy begin.
Top 3: Get Ready, Get Set, Holla at an Idol & Lil David Goes Acapella!
THIS is AMERican Idol! Cue the music!
Here we go, y'all! We're about to hit our Top 3 performers. Lil David, Syesha, and Rocker David. The song choices that we spoiled via IdolBlogLive are good, bad, and WTF! Without further adu, here come the judges picks!
First up, Lil David. Paula Abdul has picked Billy Joel's "So It Goes" for young David. I posted a youtube clip earlier as a preview for those of you who might not be familiar with this ditty. Sounds like a good vehicle for Lil David's talents. I'm crossing my fingers that Lil Bit won't be affected by this week's Daddygate chaos. Here we go . . . he looks cute . . . OMG! The first acapella of the season. FINALLY, I have been wanting him to go acapella all season long, and he pulls it off quite nicely. Overall, Lil David was pitch perfect on this song. Excellent start for the show, and proof that Lil David is continuing the good voice he's been in the last 2 weeks.
Randy thinks that it was dope, yo! Paula thinks it was the perfect song for his voice. Simon thinks it was predictable, but sung well . . . A side note here: For as long as the judges have been allowed to pick songs individually for the contestants, Simon ALWAYS plays down the other two and ALWAYS pimps out his choice . . . we'll see if the pattern continues.
Here we go, y'all! We're about to hit our Top 3 performers. Lil David, Syesha, and Rocker David. The song choices that we spoiled via IdolBlogLive are good, bad, and WTF! Without further adu, here come the judges picks!
First up, Lil David. Paula Abdul has picked Billy Joel's "So It Goes" for young David. I posted a youtube clip earlier as a preview for those of you who might not be familiar with this ditty. Sounds like a good vehicle for Lil David's talents. I'm crossing my fingers that Lil Bit won't be affected by this week's Daddygate chaos. Here we go . . . he looks cute . . . OMG! The first acapella of the season. FINALLY, I have been wanting him to go acapella all season long, and he pulls it off quite nicely. Overall, Lil David was pitch perfect on this song. Excellent start for the show, and proof that Lil David is continuing the good voice he's been in the last 2 weeks.
Randy thinks that it was dope, yo! Paula thinks it was the perfect song for his voice. Simon thinks it was predictable, but sung well . . . A side note here: For as long as the judges have been allowed to pick songs individually for the contestants, Simon ALWAYS plays down the other two and ALWAYS pimps out his choice . . . we'll see if the pattern continues.
Friendly Competition Update!
Psych! We don't know the results, but wish we did...hint, hint.
J - crunch those numbers and get us up to date, we're almost out of Idol for the season! It's so sad.
J - crunch those numbers and get us up to date, we're almost out of Idol for the season! It's so sad.
Rocker David's Top 3 Song Choices
Rocker David’s Song Choices
“I Don’t Wanna Miss a Thing” Aerosmith
“The World I Know” - Collective Soul
“The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” - Roberta Flack
“I Don’t Wanna Miss a Thing” Aerosmith
“The World I Know” - Collective Soul
“The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” - Roberta Flack
Lil David's Top 3 Song Choices
Lil David’s Song Choices
“Longer” Dan Fogelberg (Producer’s Choice)
“So It Goes” Billy Joel (Paula’s Choice)
“With You” Chris Brown (Lil David’s Choice)
“Longer” Dan Fogelberg (Producer’s Choice)
“So It Goes” Billy Joel (Paula’s Choice)
“With You” Chris Brown (Lil David’s Choice)
Syesha's Top 3 Song Choices: YouTubage
Syesha
“Hit Me Up” Gia Farrell - (Syesha’s Choice)
“Fever” Peggy Lee (Producer’s Choice)
“If I Can’t Have You” - Alicia Keys (Randy’s Choice)
“Hit Me Up” Gia Farrell - (Syesha’s Choice)
“Fever” Peggy Lee (Producer’s Choice)
“If I Can’t Have You” - Alicia Keys (Randy’s Choice)
Top 3 Song Spoilers: Part, er, um Quatro . . . and stuff
DJ Slim over at Idol Blog Live is reporting early song spoilers for next week's episode. Each of the Idols flew home this week, and, as you'll recall from past seasons, during these trips is when they receive the judge's song choice. I'll update as DJ Slim does. Here's what we've got so far . . .
David Cook: Judge's Choice (Simon) The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face - Roberta Flack . . . Can I just tell you that this song is one of my top 5 all time favorites!!! I am so excited with the prospect of this performance. Could very much be an Idol Moment. David's Choice: The World I Know - Collective Soul - As opposed to Simon's choice, David's choice is pretty uninspired. Hope the producer's choice picks up the pace a bit. But still y'all . . . Roberta Flack . . . OMFG! Producers Choice: "I Don't Wanna Miss a Thing" - Aerosmith - Um . . . seriously . . . could this possibly be one of the most generic song choices ever! No doubt that Rocker David will do it well, but man, not looking for much of a moment are they?
Syesha Mercado: Judge's Choice (Randy) If I Ain't Got You - Alicia Keys. Oh, ugh! Randy has given her the diva song that this girl so much longs for. I'm not sure this was the wisest choice OR maybe it was chosen to sink her so we can have a David's final. . . Why not give this girl an understated song like Corrine Bailey Ray or Norah Jones as a surprise pick . . . we'll see. Syesha's Choice: "Fever" Peggy Lee. This will either go one of two ways . . . fabulous . . . or cheeeeeeeeeesie. I hope she doesn't over perform this one (see Proud Mary Top 4). If she just sings it, she might do it justice. Fabulous song. Producer's Choice "Hit Me Up" - Gia Farrell. Wasn't familiar with the title, but when I youtubed it . . . This could be a REALLY STRONG PERFORMANCE for Ms. Syesha. Has the makings for a very fun time.
Lil David - Judge's Choice (Paula) So It Goes - Billy Joel. I was not familiar with the name of this song, so I did a little Youtubage and discovered that it's pretty typical BJ fair. Very piano driven performance. Could be a BIG winner for Lil D, but, with the offstage daddy drama, I worry about his timing while tickling the ivories. Producer's Choice: - Longer - Dan Fogelberg. Very unfamiliar with this track. Will hit up the youtubage later to check it out. However, can I just ask a question . . . aside from Randy's unfortunate song choice for our resident fauxdiva . . . WHY CAN'T WE GET SONG CHOICES FROM THE LAST DECADE! Why oh why must all of these song choices draw on so much history. Personal Choice: "With You" - Chris Brown. FINALLY! FINALLY! Someone is singing a song from the past 12 months. A definite risk because everyone will be so familiar, but I'm proud of Lil Bit! For those of you, kinda like me, who don't always recognize songs from their title . . . It's the one that goes . . . "I need ya boo. I miss ya boo. Cuz there hearts all over the world tonight . . . " Y'all Know. Ok, so it will be slightly hysterical to hear Lil David sing the word "boo" but otherwise, good choice for his vocals.
Seriously, couldn't we get a little Michael Buble/Josh Grobin for Lil D . . . Possibly a little revamped Maroon Five for Rocker D . . . an, seriously, Rocker D, Collective Soul . . . really? Don't get me wrong, I like the song, but why not SOMETHING that tests him a bit. . . how bout doin a male version of some Shirley Manson and Garbage? I'm waiting with trepidation for the rest of the selections . . . what do y'all think?
More to come . . .
David Cook: Judge's Choice (Simon) The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face - Roberta Flack . . . Can I just tell you that this song is one of my top 5 all time favorites!!! I am so excited with the prospect of this performance. Could very much be an Idol Moment. David's Choice: The World I Know - Collective Soul - As opposed to Simon's choice, David's choice is pretty uninspired. Hope the producer's choice picks up the pace a bit. But still y'all . . . Roberta Flack . . . OMFG! Producers Choice: "I Don't Wanna Miss a Thing" - Aerosmith - Um . . . seriously . . . could this possibly be one of the most generic song choices ever! No doubt that Rocker David will do it well, but man, not looking for much of a moment are they?
Syesha Mercado: Judge's Choice (Randy) If I Ain't Got You - Alicia Keys. Oh, ugh! Randy has given her the diva song that this girl so much longs for. I'm not sure this was the wisest choice OR maybe it was chosen to sink her so we can have a David's final. . . Why not give this girl an understated song like Corrine Bailey Ray or Norah Jones as a surprise pick . . . we'll see. Syesha's Choice: "Fever" Peggy Lee. This will either go one of two ways . . . fabulous . . . or cheeeeeeeeeesie. I hope she doesn't over perform this one (see Proud Mary Top 4). If she just sings it, she might do it justice. Fabulous song. Producer's Choice "Hit Me Up" - Gia Farrell. Wasn't familiar with the title, but when I youtubed it . . . This could be a REALLY STRONG PERFORMANCE for Ms. Syesha. Has the makings for a very fun time.
Lil David - Judge's Choice (Paula) So It Goes - Billy Joel. I was not familiar with the name of this song, so I did a little Youtubage and discovered that it's pretty typical BJ fair. Very piano driven performance. Could be a BIG winner for Lil D, but, with the offstage daddy drama, I worry about his timing while tickling the ivories. Producer's Choice: - Longer - Dan Fogelberg. Very unfamiliar with this track. Will hit up the youtubage later to check it out. However, can I just ask a question . . . aside from Randy's unfortunate song choice for our resident fauxdiva . . . WHY CAN'T WE GET SONG CHOICES FROM THE LAST DECADE! Why oh why must all of these song choices draw on so much history. Personal Choice: "With You" - Chris Brown. FINALLY! FINALLY! Someone is singing a song from the past 12 months. A definite risk because everyone will be so familiar, but I'm proud of Lil Bit! For those of you, kinda like me, who don't always recognize songs from their title . . . It's the one that goes . . . "I need ya boo. I miss ya boo. Cuz there hearts all over the world tonight . . . " Y'all Know. Ok, so it will be slightly hysterical to hear Lil David sing the word "boo" but otherwise, good choice for his vocals.
Seriously, couldn't we get a little Michael Buble/Josh Grobin for Lil D . . . Possibly a little revamped Maroon Five for Rocker D . . . an, seriously, Rocker D, Collective Soul . . . really? Don't get me wrong, I like the song, but why not SOMETHING that tests him a bit. . . how bout doin a male version of some Shirley Manson and Garbage? I'm waiting with trepidation for the rest of the selections . . . what do y'all think?
More to come . . .
Nigel Lythgoe on Archu-gate!
Entertainment Weekly is reporting an interview with Nigel Lythgoe regarding Lil David's daddy being "banished" from the Idol set. Check it out and tell us what you think.
Yahoo's Most Memorable Performance of the Idol Season
The folks over at Yahoo! have provided a list . . .seemingly ranked in no particular order of the Best Performances of the AI 7 Season. It got me thinking that after all is said and done, maybe we should do a top 10 list of the performance of this season. What do y'all think?
Early Song Spoilers: Part Tres
DJ Slim over at Idol Blog Live is reporting early song spoilers for next week's episode. Each of the Idols flew home this week, and, as you'll recall from past seasons, during these trips is when they receive the judge's song choice. I'll update as DJ Slim does. Here's what we've got so far . . .
David Cook: Judge's Choice (Simon) The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face - Roberta Flack . . . Can I just tell you that this song is one of my top 5 all time favorites!!! I am so excited with the prospect of this performance. Could very much be an Idol Moment. David's Choice: The World I Know - Collective Soul - As opposed to Simon's choice, David's choice is pretty uninspired. Hope the producer's choice picks up the pace a bit. But still y'all . . . Roberta Flack . . . OMFG!
Syesha Mercado: Judge's Choice (Randy) If I Ain't Got You - Alicia Keys. Oh, ugh! Randy has given her the diva song that this girl so much longs for. I'm not sure this was the wisest choice OR maybe it was chosen to sink her so we can have a David's final. . . Why not give this girl an understated song like Corrine Bailey Ray or Norah Jones as a surprise pick . . . we'll see
Lil David - Judge's Choice (Paula) So It Goes - Billy Joel. I was not familiar with the name of this song, so I did a little Youtubage and discovered that it's pretty typical BJ fair. Very piano driven performance. Could be a BIG winner for Lil D, but, with the offstage daddy drama, I worry about his timing while tickling the ivories. Producer's Choice: - Longer - Dan Fogelberg. Very unfamiliar with this track. Will hit up the youtubage later to check it out. However, can I just ask a question . . . aside from Randy's unfortunate song choice for our resident fauxdiva . . . WHY CAN'T WE GET SONG CHOICES FROM THE LAST DECADE! Why oh why must all of these song choices draw on so much history. Personal Choice: "With You" - Chris Brown. FINALLY! FINALLY! Someone is singing a song from the past 12 months. A definite risk because everyone will be so familiar, but I'm proud of Lil Bit! For those of you, kinda like me, who don't always recognize songs from their title . . . It's the one that goes . . . "I need ya boo. I miss ya boo. Cuz there hearts all over the world tonight . . . " Y'all Know. Ok, so it will be slightly hysterical to hear Lil David sing the word "boo" but otherwise, good choice for his vocals.
Seriously, couldn't we get a little Michael Buble/Josh Grobin for Lil D . . . Possibly a little revamped Maroon Five for Rocker D . . . an, seriously, Rocker D, Collective Soul . . . really? Don't get me wrong, I like the song, but why not SOMETHING that tests him a bit. . . how bout doin a male version of some Shirley Manson and Garbage? I'm waiting with trepidation for the rest of the selections . . . what do y'all think?
More to come . . .
David Cook: Judge's Choice (Simon) The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face - Roberta Flack . . . Can I just tell you that this song is one of my top 5 all time favorites!!! I am so excited with the prospect of this performance. Could very much be an Idol Moment. David's Choice: The World I Know - Collective Soul - As opposed to Simon's choice, David's choice is pretty uninspired. Hope the producer's choice picks up the pace a bit. But still y'all . . . Roberta Flack . . . OMFG!
Syesha Mercado: Judge's Choice (Randy) If I Ain't Got You - Alicia Keys. Oh, ugh! Randy has given her the diva song that this girl so much longs for. I'm not sure this was the wisest choice OR maybe it was chosen to sink her so we can have a David's final. . . Why not give this girl an understated song like Corrine Bailey Ray or Norah Jones as a surprise pick . . . we'll see
Lil David - Judge's Choice (Paula) So It Goes - Billy Joel. I was not familiar with the name of this song, so I did a little Youtubage and discovered that it's pretty typical BJ fair. Very piano driven performance. Could be a BIG winner for Lil D, but, with the offstage daddy drama, I worry about his timing while tickling the ivories. Producer's Choice: - Longer - Dan Fogelberg. Very unfamiliar with this track. Will hit up the youtubage later to check it out. However, can I just ask a question . . . aside from Randy's unfortunate song choice for our resident fauxdiva . . . WHY CAN'T WE GET SONG CHOICES FROM THE LAST DECADE! Why oh why must all of these song choices draw on so much history. Personal Choice: "With You" - Chris Brown. FINALLY! FINALLY! Someone is singing a song from the past 12 months. A definite risk because everyone will be so familiar, but I'm proud of Lil Bit! For those of you, kinda like me, who don't always recognize songs from their title . . . It's the one that goes . . . "I need ya boo. I miss ya boo. Cuz there hearts all over the world tonight . . . " Y'all Know. Ok, so it will be slightly hysterical to hear Lil David sing the word "boo" but otherwise, good choice for his vocals.
Seriously, couldn't we get a little Michael Buble/Josh Grobin for Lil D . . . Possibly a little revamped Maroon Five for Rocker D . . . an, seriously, Rocker D, Collective Soul . . . really? Don't get me wrong, I like the song, but why not SOMETHING that tests him a bit. . . how bout doin a male version of some Shirley Manson and Garbage? I'm waiting with trepidation for the rest of the selections . . . what do y'all think?
More to come . . .
3000 Hits Y'all! Holla
I just checked the counter and we have surpassed 3000 hits. I think it is so cool. A little blog that we started so we could communicate cross country bout Idol shizz has some readers! That rocks! To commemorate the big 3000, I am posting a link to one of my ALL TIME FAVORITE Idol performances. Think back . . . the year was 2003 and the finale was Clay and Rueben. On the finale results show, one Ms. Kelly - I AM THE ORIGINAL AMERICAN IDOL BITCHES - Clarkson walked on stage and sang "One Voice" with the AI 2 contestants. The performance is great, but what cracks me up is how Kelly out sings the other 12 people on stage. She's like, yo, I don't know who these fools think they are and what they think they are doing, but I'm bout to show them how its done . . . word. Enjoy, and thanks for reading!
Monday, May 12, 2008
USA Today's Coaches Weigh in on the Final Three!
Our USA Today coaches have weighed in on what each of the Final 3 need to do to grace our screens in the Idol Finale Extravaganza (Insert Inspirational Music Here). Good little article. What do y'all think? Is Syesha nipping on Lil David or Rocker David's or anyone's heels? USA Today's Coaches Weigh In
Song Wishes . . . Top 3
Ok, so, all of this talk of spoilers made me start thinking of songs I wish they would/could sing for the Final Three. Seriously, y'all, this week has the possibility of the most wide open song choices . . . A few wishes from "J"
Lil David - One Voice - Elton John . . . I realize that this song has been done before on Idol. Ms. Degarmo did it in season 3 and, more notably, K Clarkson blew it out with the season 2 idols during that year's finale. However, this song could really work for Lil Bit. OR how bout Sherriff's "When I'm With You" more likely, he will pick something more like Joey McEntire's "Stay the Same". Y'all might not know it right off, but youtube it and listen . . . such a Lil David song.
Syesha - I really want to see her do something understated and show off her voice within its proper boundaries. I realize this is a foolish wish, but still . . . that being said, I would love to see her sing "Killing Me Softly". It's a big song, but not so much the diva type song that she so often leans towards. Another choice she'll never pick, but could do nicely is Norah Jones "Don't Konw Why" . . . I know, I know, she wouldn't ever do it, but, I think she has a lovely voice when it is used appropriately, and I think this song could display the subtle nuances that very likely exist.
Rocker David - I just can't think of him singing anything that is not a little edgy, but I'd really like to see him take on a hair band power ballad from the 80's . . . like, Bon Jovi's "I'll Be There For You" or Extreme's "More than Words" or Bad English's "When I See You Smile". . . I think that the only thing we haven't seen him do is really pull out the song that makes him the romantic bad boy. A side note: I think that Rocker David will either do AMAZING or TERRIBLE with "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face". What I am so worried about is that he will take the song down a blasphemous path and once again try and turn it into an emo-stalker-deathmarch. DON'T DO THAT!
What about y'all? What are your wishes for the Top 3?
Lil David - One Voice - Elton John . . . I realize that this song has been done before on Idol. Ms. Degarmo did it in season 3 and, more notably, K Clarkson blew it out with the season 2 idols during that year's finale. However, this song could really work for Lil Bit. OR how bout Sherriff's "When I'm With You" more likely, he will pick something more like Joey McEntire's "Stay the Same". Y'all might not know it right off, but youtube it and listen . . . such a Lil David song.
Syesha - I really want to see her do something understated and show off her voice within its proper boundaries. I realize this is a foolish wish, but still . . . that being said, I would love to see her sing "Killing Me Softly". It's a big song, but not so much the diva type song that she so often leans towards. Another choice she'll never pick, but could do nicely is Norah Jones "Don't Konw Why" . . . I know, I know, she wouldn't ever do it, but, I think she has a lovely voice when it is used appropriately, and I think this song could display the subtle nuances that very likely exist.
Rocker David - I just can't think of him singing anything that is not a little edgy, but I'd really like to see him take on a hair band power ballad from the 80's . . . like, Bon Jovi's "I'll Be There For You" or Extreme's "More than Words" or Bad English's "When I See You Smile". . . I think that the only thing we haven't seen him do is really pull out the song that makes him the romantic bad boy. A side note: I think that Rocker David will either do AMAZING or TERRIBLE with "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face". What I am so worried about is that he will take the song down a blasphemous path and once again try and turn it into an emo-stalker-deathmarch. DON'T DO THAT!
What about y'all? What are your wishes for the Top 3?
Early Song Spoilers Part Deux
DJ Slim over at Idol Blog Live is reporting early song spoilers for next week's episode. Each of the Idols flew home this week, and, as you'll recall from past seasons, during these trips is when they receive the judge's song choice. I'll update as DJ Slim does. Here's what we've got so far . . .
David Cook: Judge's Choice (Simon) The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face - Roberta Flack . . . Can I just tell you that this song is one of my top 5 all time favorites!!! I am so excited with the prospect of this performance. Could very much be an Idol Moment. David's Choice: The World I Know - Collective Soul - As opposed to Simon's choice, David's choice is pretty uninspired. Hope the producer's choice picks up the pace a bit. But still y'all . . . Roberta Flack . . . OMFG!
Syesha Mercado: Judge's Choice (Randy) If I Ain't Got You - Alicia Keys. Oh, ugh! Randy has given her the diva song that this girl so much longs for. I'm not sure this was the wisest choice OR maybe it was chosen to sink her so we can have a David's final. . . Why not give this girl an understated song like Corrine Bailey Ray or Norah Jones as a surprise pick . . . we'll see
Lil David - Judge's Choice (Paula) So It Goes - Billy Joel. I was not familiar with the name of this song, so I did a little Youtubage and discovered that it's pretty typical BJ fair. Very piano driven performance. Could be a BIG winner for Lil D, but, with the offstage daddy drama, I worry about his timing while tickling the ivories. Producer's Choice: - Longer - Dan Fogelberg. Very unfamiliar with this track. Will hit up the youtubage later to check it out. However, can I just ask a question . . . aside from Randy's unfortunate song choice for our resident fauxdiva . . . WHY CAN'T WE GET SONG CHOICES FROM THE LAST DECADE! Why oh why must all of these song choices draw on so much history.
Seriously, couldn't we get a little Michael Buble/Josh Grobin for Lil D . . . Possibly a little revamped Maroon Five for Rocker D . . . an, seriously, Rocker D, Collective Soul . . . really? Don't get me wrong, I like the song, but why not SOMETHING that tests him a bit. . . how bout doin a male version of some Shirley Manson and Garbage? I'm waiting with trepidation for the rest of the selections . . . what do y'all think?
More to come . . .
David Cook: Judge's Choice (Simon) The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face - Roberta Flack . . . Can I just tell you that this song is one of my top 5 all time favorites!!! I am so excited with the prospect of this performance. Could very much be an Idol Moment. David's Choice: The World I Know - Collective Soul - As opposed to Simon's choice, David's choice is pretty uninspired. Hope the producer's choice picks up the pace a bit. But still y'all . . . Roberta Flack . . . OMFG!
Syesha Mercado: Judge's Choice (Randy) If I Ain't Got You - Alicia Keys. Oh, ugh! Randy has given her the diva song that this girl so much longs for. I'm not sure this was the wisest choice OR maybe it was chosen to sink her so we can have a David's final. . . Why not give this girl an understated song like Corrine Bailey Ray or Norah Jones as a surprise pick . . . we'll see
Lil David - Judge's Choice (Paula) So It Goes - Billy Joel. I was not familiar with the name of this song, so I did a little Youtubage and discovered that it's pretty typical BJ fair. Very piano driven performance. Could be a BIG winner for Lil D, but, with the offstage daddy drama, I worry about his timing while tickling the ivories. Producer's Choice: - Longer - Dan Fogelberg. Very unfamiliar with this track. Will hit up the youtubage later to check it out. However, can I just ask a question . . . aside from Randy's unfortunate song choice for our resident fauxdiva . . . WHY CAN'T WE GET SONG CHOICES FROM THE LAST DECADE! Why oh why must all of these song choices draw on so much history.
Seriously, couldn't we get a little Michael Buble/Josh Grobin for Lil D . . . Possibly a little revamped Maroon Five for Rocker D . . . an, seriously, Rocker D, Collective Soul . . . really? Don't get me wrong, I like the song, but why not SOMETHING that tests him a bit. . . how bout doin a male version of some Shirley Manson and Garbage? I'm waiting with trepidation for the rest of the selections . . . what do y'all think?
More to come . . .
Operation Emancipate David . . . OR . . . Get Thee Behind Us ArchuDad!
Another take on the AruchuDad controversy. Entertainment Weekly has done a piece on the issue which brings a bit of a different skew. I'm curious though, most of the stories are asking whether or not David will be able to sing without his Dad's assistance . . . My real wonder is whether David will be able to deal with the obvious stress that would be caused by having a family member BANNED from the set when you are in the Top 3 and are aiming for a title that would/could catapult you into superstardom. A lot of pressure without having deal with all of this without also having to deal with the ramifications of having Michael Lohan as a father!
Click the link to read the story!
ARCHUDAD: The possible ripple effect.
Click the link to read the story!
ARCHUDAD: The possible ripple effect.
A Little More Shizz on Lil David's Daddy
TMZ is reporting a touch more info on the story surrounding PaPa Archie gettin banned from the Idol set. This story kinda makes me sad for Lil David. It will be vewy vewy intewesting to see how he responds tomorrow night. I'd like to see him go out there and blow it out the box and show bossy daddy that his presence is neither requested nor suggested. Click the link to read today's installment.
Daddy David Gone Wild
Daddy David Gone Wild
Sunday, May 11, 2008
The Cuteness on TMZ!
There's not a whole lot to this video clip, just a TMZ reporter questioning The Cuteness about Lil David's dad. True to form, The Cuteness doesn't say anything bad, but just looks kinda goofy and cute and, ahem, mellow. The other thing that stands out is just how genuinely surprised he is that this reporter is talking to him. Just seems genuinely bumfuzzled and tickled. Click the link to see the video.
Cuteness on Lil David
Cuteness on Lil David
Saturday, May 10, 2008
Cookie's cover of Foo
Here's David Cook's acoustic version of the Foo Fighter's There Goes My Hero at his homecoming in KC this week:
Click on title for link to the video.
Click on title for link to the video.
David sings the National Anthem at the Jazz/Laker playoff game
So....two thoughts here:
First of all...can you imagine being the Lakers/Jazz in the middle of a second round NBA playoff game...and you get second seat to AI homecoming day?
Second: David sings the anthem beautifully...can you believe that he auditioned last year and was turned down?
First of all...can you imagine being the Lakers/Jazz in the middle of a second round NBA playoff game...and you get second seat to AI homecoming day?
Second: David sings the anthem beautifully...can you believe that he auditioned last year and was turned down?
Friday, May 9, 2008
Syesha's homecoming
Finally....a link to Syesha's homecoming. I feel kinda bad for her...compared to what I have seen for the two David's.....there is no chance that she won't be eliminated this week. I still heart her though....you go gurl!
Do you remember him?
This is friggin hilarious!
Do you remember the guy during the auditions that Simon said should get a job with the local Nebraska FOX affiliate....guess it ain't gonna happen. This is definitely worth a look:
http://www.tmz.com/2008/04/30/idol-castoff-even-more-delusional-than-paula/
(sorry...I don't know how to cut and paste that well....but this is definitely worth a gander).
Do you remember the guy during the auditions that Simon said should get a job with the local Nebraska FOX affiliate....guess it ain't gonna happen. This is definitely worth a look:
http://www.tmz.com/2008/04/30/idol-castoff-even-more-delusional-than-paula/
(sorry...I don't know how to cut and paste that well....but this is definitely worth a gander).
Lil David is Weepy in Utah!
TMZ has posted a brief video of Little David losing his shizz when all of the fans came out to greet him at his homecoming. Click the link to watch the video.
Lil David cries (sniff sniff)
Early Song Spoilers, Y'all!
DJ Slim over at Idol Blog Live is reporting early song spoilers for next week's episode. Each of the Idols flew home this week, and, as you'll recall from past seasons, during these trips is when they receive the judge's song choice. I'll update as DJ Slim does. Here's what we've got so far . . .
David Cook: Judge's Choice (Simon) The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face - Roberta Flack . . . Can I just tell you that this song is one of my top 5 all time favorites!!! I am so excited with the prospect of this performance. Could very much be an Idol Moment. David's Choice: The World I Know - Collective Soul - As opposed to Simon's choice, David's choice is pretty uninspired. Hope the producer's choice picks up the pace a bit. But still y'all . . . Roberta Flack . . . OMFG!
Syesha Mercado: Judge's Choice (Randy) If I Ain't Got You - Alicia Keys. Oh, ugh! Randy has given her the diva song that this girl so much longs for. I'm not sure this was the wisest choice OR maybe it was chosen to sink her so we can have a David's final. . . Why not give this girl an understated song like Corrine Bailey Ray or Norah Jones as a surprise pick . . . we'll see
Lil David - Judge's Choice (Paula) So It Goes - Billy Joel. I was not familiar with the name of this song, so I did a little Youtubage and discovered that it's pretty typical BJ fair. Very piano driven performance. Could be a BIG winner for Lil D, but, with the offstage daddy drama, I worry about his timing while tickling the ivories. Producer's Choice: - Longer - Dan Fogelberg. Very unfamiliar with this track. Will hit up the youtubage later to check it out. However, can I just ask a question . . . aside from Randy's unfortunate song choice for our resident fauxdiva . . . WHY CAN'T WE GET SONG CHOICES FROM THE LAST DECADE! Why oh why must all of these song choices draw on so much history.
Seriously, couldn't we get a little Michael Buble/Josh Grobin for Lil D . . . Possibly a little revamped Maroon Five for Rocker D . . . an, seriously, Rocker D, Collective Soul . . . really? Don't get me wrong, I like the song, but why not SOMETHING that tests him a bit. . . how bout doin a male version of some Shirley Manson and Garbage? I'm waiting with trepidation for the rest of the selections . . . what do y'all think?
More to come . . .
David Cook: Judge's Choice (Simon) The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face - Roberta Flack . . . Can I just tell you that this song is one of my top 5 all time favorites!!! I am so excited with the prospect of this performance. Could very much be an Idol Moment. David's Choice: The World I Know - Collective Soul - As opposed to Simon's choice, David's choice is pretty uninspired. Hope the producer's choice picks up the pace a bit. But still y'all . . . Roberta Flack . . . OMFG!
Syesha Mercado: Judge's Choice (Randy) If I Ain't Got You - Alicia Keys. Oh, ugh! Randy has given her the diva song that this girl so much longs for. I'm not sure this was the wisest choice OR maybe it was chosen to sink her so we can have a David's final. . . Why not give this girl an understated song like Corrine Bailey Ray or Norah Jones as a surprise pick . . . we'll see
Lil David - Judge's Choice (Paula) So It Goes - Billy Joel. I was not familiar with the name of this song, so I did a little Youtubage and discovered that it's pretty typical BJ fair. Very piano driven performance. Could be a BIG winner for Lil D, but, with the offstage daddy drama, I worry about his timing while tickling the ivories. Producer's Choice: - Longer - Dan Fogelberg. Very unfamiliar with this track. Will hit up the youtubage later to check it out. However, can I just ask a question . . . aside from Randy's unfortunate song choice for our resident fauxdiva . . . WHY CAN'T WE GET SONG CHOICES FROM THE LAST DECADE! Why oh why must all of these song choices draw on so much history.
Seriously, couldn't we get a little Michael Buble/Josh Grobin for Lil D . . . Possibly a little revamped Maroon Five for Rocker D . . . an, seriously, Rocker D, Collective Soul . . . really? Don't get me wrong, I like the song, but why not SOMETHING that tests him a bit. . . how bout doin a male version of some Shirley Manson and Garbage? I'm waiting with trepidation for the rest of the selections . . . what do y'all think?
More to come . . .
The Cuteness Speaks!
The Cuteness gave an oh so cute and oh so honest interview to the folks at Entertainment Weekly. I heart him even more now . . . Click the link to check it out. The Cuteness post idol interview
Everything you ever wanted to know about David Archuletta
So Today is the "BIG DAY"....probably the biggest thing to ever happen to my hometown....(except perhaps the Torch Run through the city leading up to the opening ceremonies of the 2002 Olympics).
I talked to my niece to make sure that she and my Dad and everyone will be attending the rally at my old high school (MHS).
Here is a link that has everything you might ever want to know about David Archuletta (and more)...including a tour of my alma mater. (However.....a few years back, they tore down my old school and built an entirely new school...so its not REALLY where I went to high school....but for me it was kinda fun watching the tour since I haven't been inside the new school).
Anyway...I hoping to find a live feed to the pep rally sometime this afternoon.....
http://davidarchuletafanblast.com/category/special-events/
I talked to my niece to make sure that she and my Dad and everyone will be attending the rally at my old high school (MHS).
Here is a link that has everything you might ever want to know about David Archuletta (and more)...including a tour of my alma mater. (However.....a few years back, they tore down my old school and built an entirely new school...so its not REALLY where I went to high school....but for me it was kinda fun watching the tour since I haven't been inside the new school).
Anyway...I hoping to find a live feed to the pep rally sometime this afternoon.....
http://davidarchuletafanblast.com/category/special-events/
Thursday, May 8, 2008
La Seacrest does Larry King?
What up, yo? Is Ryan Seacrst gonna replace Larry King? The Chicago Tribune is reporting a gossipy . . . ish . . . esque . . . type story stating that Seacrest is gonna replace Larry King on his CNN show . . . click the link to read the story . . .
La Seacrest replaces Larry King
La Seacrest replaces Larry King
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Top 4 Results: Will the Davids Rockon?
Here we go with the Idol results show . . . Ryan's got the faux hawk working . . . Paula's got the shoulder strap working . . . and, do we have a surprise or an expected result . . . we'll find out in about 59 and a 1/2 minutes . . .
And a review of last night's performances . . . And, wow, we are heading to the results awfully quickly . . .
Lil David is very nervous . . . and VERY SAFE! Top 3 finds a David!
Here comes the other David . . . uh oh . . . could there be an upset in the works . . . He felt bad all day yesterday . . . but Paula's still hungry for him . . . and SO IS AMERICA! Rocker Dave to the Top 3!!!
We have Syesha and The Cuteness remaining . . . The Cuteness is like, um, "are you gonna tell us now?" No, silly . . .
Here comes . . . Maroon Five, interesting, It Really Makes Me Wonder if they really give a f*** about Idol . . . Cocky little bastard that Adam Levine . . .
Um, no y'all, not yet . . . it's ex-idol time, let's bring out, Bo Bice. I HEART this song . . . "CAN I GET A WITNESS . . . BABY!" Is it just me or has he become The Country Rock Hotness . . . I'm just kinda thinkin inappropriate thoughts . . . er, um, sorry y'all . . .
Back to the results! How cute is The Cuteness tonight . . . he is So Happy To Be Going Home Potentially . . . And, of course, he is. The Cuteness is departing our screens tonight . . .
Not surprising, yo, I hate it for The Cuteness, sort of . . . he probably should have been gone weeks ago, but, um, so should Syesha. She should have been gone about 5 different times.
Anyways, the Top 3 should be very very interesting . . .
Stay tuned for an update on what's the shizzle for the Top 3!
And a review of last night's performances . . . And, wow, we are heading to the results awfully quickly . . .
Lil David is very nervous . . . and VERY SAFE! Top 3 finds a David!
Here comes the other David . . . uh oh . . . could there be an upset in the works . . . He felt bad all day yesterday . . . but Paula's still hungry for him . . . and SO IS AMERICA! Rocker Dave to the Top 3!!!
We have Syesha and The Cuteness remaining . . . The Cuteness is like, um, "are you gonna tell us now?" No, silly . . .
Here comes . . . Maroon Five, interesting, It Really Makes Me Wonder if they really give a f*** about Idol . . . Cocky little bastard that Adam Levine . . .
Um, no y'all, not yet . . . it's ex-idol time, let's bring out, Bo Bice. I HEART this song . . . "CAN I GET A WITNESS . . . BABY!" Is it just me or has he become The Country Rock Hotness . . . I'm just kinda thinkin inappropriate thoughts . . . er, um, sorry y'all . . .
Back to the results! How cute is The Cuteness tonight . . . he is So Happy To Be Going Home Potentially . . . And, of course, he is. The Cuteness is departing our screens tonight . . .
Not surprising, yo, I hate it for The Cuteness, sort of . . . he probably should have been gone weeks ago, but, um, so should Syesha. She should have been gone about 5 different times.
Anyways, the Top 3 should be very very interesting . . .
Stay tuned for an update on what's the shizzle for the Top 3!
Hey, Mr.Packabong Man, Play A Song For Me
The quick and filthy on the Top (?) Four last night:
What a strange season - did only half the remaining contestants remember Top 4 night is do or die? And did Lil Dave get the only professional sound mix? As for the rest of the night, I think we've all heard better sound mixes at a frat party after the keg is floating @ 3 a.m.
David A: far and away the winner of the evening, but let's not gush with hyperbole about his "bestness" - listen back to the group sing last week and Cook made the rest sound like Alvin's chipmunks. Still, "Love Me Tender" was perhaps Lil Dave's best on the show.
Syesha: good performances, but mixed vocals. Screamy at times on Proud Mary (why, dear Cthulhu, can she not resist the overblown glory notes?) and a strange mix of string-pulling on her 2nd song. Between the boobs and the weepy appeal to the ghost of Medgar Evers, could we forget she's the last woman and person of color, America? Still, she brought it like it was Top 4 night.
David Cook: coasting, maybe he's tired, maybe he knows it's a race to the bottom for Jason, but not one of his best. WTF on the 1st song. Second was shaping up, then imploded in a weird ending. Still, light years away from the bottom, which is
Jason Castro: might have thrown himself under, but a bus was involved. Damn, Randy looked like he wanted to bust a cap in Jason after his 2nd critique - look at his face! But after the trainwreck of the Marley, he self-destructed on an otherwise pleasant performance of "Tambourine Man". He was gone before he sang a note, though, it was only a matter of this week or next.
K's America's Bottom 2: Syesha and Castro. Castro may not be packing his bags, but, well, you know what he's packing (snootchie bootchies). Castro blowin' in the wind.
L's America's B2: Cook and Castro, Shocker for Cookie, but due only to de-pimpage. Castro has to go.
What a strange season - did only half the remaining contestants remember Top 4 night is do or die? And did Lil Dave get the only professional sound mix? As for the rest of the night, I think we've all heard better sound mixes at a frat party after the keg is floating @ 3 a.m.
David A: far and away the winner of the evening, but let's not gush with hyperbole about his "bestness" - listen back to the group sing last week and Cook made the rest sound like Alvin's chipmunks. Still, "Love Me Tender" was perhaps Lil Dave's best on the show.
Syesha: good performances, but mixed vocals. Screamy at times on Proud Mary (why, dear Cthulhu, can she not resist the overblown glory notes?) and a strange mix of string-pulling on her 2nd song. Between the boobs and the weepy appeal to the ghost of Medgar Evers, could we forget she's the last woman and person of color, America? Still, she brought it like it was Top 4 night.
David Cook: coasting, maybe he's tired, maybe he knows it's a race to the bottom for Jason, but not one of his best. WTF on the 1st song. Second was shaping up, then imploded in a weird ending. Still, light years away from the bottom, which is
Jason Castro: might have thrown himself under, but a bus was involved. Damn, Randy looked like he wanted to bust a cap in Jason after his 2nd critique - look at his face! But after the trainwreck of the Marley, he self-destructed on an otherwise pleasant performance of "Tambourine Man". He was gone before he sang a note, though, it was only a matter of this week or next.
K's America's Bottom 2: Syesha and Castro. Castro may not be packing his bags, but, well, you know what he's packing (snootchie bootchies). Castro blowin' in the wind.
L's America's B2: Cook and Castro, Shocker for Cookie, but due only to de-pimpage. Castro has to go.
The Curse of the Top 4
Here's a story from Yahoo on something I posted on earlier last week . . . The Curse of the Top 4!!!
Top 4: Rankings and Predictions
A Quick and Dirty on last night and tonight.
Song rankings:
1. Lil David Song 1
2. Lil David Song 2
3. Cookie Song 2 (minus sound problems)
4. Syesha Song 1
5. Cookie Song 1
6. Cuteness Song 2
7. Syesha Song 2
8. Cuteness Song 1
Overall Rankings (Using Rubbertoe scoring system, circa last week)
1. Lil David 20+
(Huge Cookie Fo-Head Space)
2. Cookie 15
3. Syesha 14
4. Cuteness 13
America's Bottom 2: David Cook and Jason Castro
Eliminated: The Cuteness moves on to grassier knolls . . .
Song rankings:
1. Lil David Song 1
2. Lil David Song 2
3. Cookie Song 2 (minus sound problems)
4. Syesha Song 1
5. Cookie Song 1
6. Cuteness Song 2
7. Syesha Song 2
8. Cuteness Song 1
Overall Rankings (Using Rubbertoe scoring system, circa last week)
1. Lil David 20+
(Huge Cookie Fo-Head Space)
2. Cookie 15
3. Syesha 14
4. Cuteness 13
America's Bottom 2: David Cook and Jason Castro
Eliminated: The Cuteness moves on to grassier knolls . . .
More on Lil David's Homecoming
Would have it been wrong to have titled the post "Homecoming Queen"?
http://www.sltrib.com/ci_9173163?source=email
http://www.sltrib.com/ci_9173163?source=email
The Top 4 rock on (and off)
Yikes! The idols were all over the place last night.
Quick and dirty predictions (court has been a zoo this week):
Bottom 3: David C, Syesha, Jason C. Jason C. goes home
Bottom 2: Jason, Syesha Syesha goes home.
Quick and dirty predictions (court has been a zoo this week):
Bottom 3: David C, Syesha, Jason C. Jason C. goes home
Bottom 2: Jason, Syesha Syesha goes home.
Hmm I forgot the words to my post!? Guess it's catching!
By my title I assume you know who I think is going home.
Bottom 2
Jason
David C.
Drum rollllllllllllll! Jason goes home!
I know I picked the dredded wonder (other wise known as stoner boy) to go home before but if he does not go tonight this thing is rigged!
Bottom 2
Jason
David C.
Drum rollllllllllllll! Jason goes home!
I know I picked the dredded wonder (other wise known as stoner boy) to go home before but if he does not go tonight this thing is rigged!
David Archuletta's homecoming
I know that I am jumping the gun...but I just ran across this information. It appears that SHOULD Archuleta not be eliminated tonight, his homecoming parade is set for this Friday in Murray Utah. Thought this was an interesting bit of info:
Update on David Archuleta’s Homecoming this Friday in Murray, Utah
In this usually quiet picturesque town of Murray, they are hanging huge banners today as local officials are bracing for hundreds, maybe even thousands of first time visitors flying or driving in from all over the country.
On Friday, regardless of whatever happens on Wednesday, the neighborhoods will come alive with balloons and streamers, pomp and circumstances beyond one’s imagination… including a press contingency of dozens maybe even hundreds from all over the world.
Fan Blast reporters on the beat, Dar Seacrest and Brett Kane Hales will be covering for all of you since you cannot make it. Our Junior Hunk correspondant, Adam will also report to you from behind the scenes.
So keep it tuned here to FB101 as we bring you updates all day long on Friday here on Fan Blast, your daily fix to Everything David!
Update on David Archuleta’s Homecoming this Friday in Murray, Utah
In this usually quiet picturesque town of Murray, they are hanging huge banners today as local officials are bracing for hundreds, maybe even thousands of first time visitors flying or driving in from all over the country.
On Friday, regardless of whatever happens on Wednesday, the neighborhoods will come alive with balloons and streamers, pomp and circumstances beyond one’s imagination… including a press contingency of dozens maybe even hundreds from all over the world.
Fan Blast reporters on the beat, Dar Seacrest and Brett Kane Hales will be covering for all of you since you cannot make it. Our Junior Hunk correspondant, Adam will also report to you from behind the scenes.
So keep it tuned here to FB101 as we bring you updates all day long on Friday here on Fan Blast, your daily fix to Everything David!
Does it really matter anymore?
Does it REALLY matter who gets voted off tonight? Seriously……the only real drama is which of the two Syesha/Jason will go home this week and who will go home next week. The David v. David finale is inevitable. There really is no sense of drama hear.
Watching last night’s show brought a couple of things to mind. First of all….as much as I like Jason Castro….he doesn’t really belong in the top 5, let alone the top 4 or top 3. He’s charming…yes….he’s cute…yes…..he’s fun and goofy….and he has a decent voice…..but Michael Johns, Carly and even Brooke are better singers than Jason….and afterall…this IS a singing competition….or is it?
I completely agreed with Simon yet again…..Archuletta not only beat the competition last night….he smashed them. Lil David proved that he is the best singer in the competition and the one that has the drive to win. The “chosen one” will be the next American Idol….but it will be a fun finale to watch.
David Cook – C’mon man…..there were sooooo many great songs to choose from and you chose those two? I still think Hotel California would have been a defining moment for the guy…..but “Hungry like a wolf”….Don’t get me wrong….I loved Duran Duran…but his performance was corny and cheesy….right up to the little wolf “prowl” he tried to do. Cook peaked about 3-4 weeks ago and has not been really good since. His second song was much better….and I do LOVE his high range….but it was just “aiiight” ….I wasn’t hatin’ him…but I wasn’t lovin him either. Also…I’m not digging the facial hair….the five o’ clock shadow scruff works on him….but the heavier facial hair makes him look like that “transient character” from the “Simpsons”……you know….the one who actually invent “itchy and scratchy”.
Syesha – The girl looked HOT last night. In her second performance….gold dress……I couldn’t help but stare at her boobs……she looked gorgeous and Fab-U-lous.
With her clichéd and obvious song picks…was there any doubt that she would do “Proud Mary”…..it was pretty good….but no Tina Turner. As for the second number….I wasn’t familiar with the song….but I agreed with Paula and Simon….I thought that she really pulled it off.
Castro – Jason, Jason, Jason……my boy…….I totally heart him….but last night was pathetic…..it was just plain bad. When I saw his song choices, I thought “very smart intelligent choices”….but “I shot the sheriff” was a complete mess. “Tambourine Man” was much better….but he really showed he doesn’t belong where he is….He was at his “goofy” best in the interviews….which I loved…..I still heart him…..but man…..it was painful….that’s all I can say.
Lil David - Stand by me – incredible. David doing what david does best. He looked great….his voice was top notch…and I really felt…as Paula said... a connection to the audience. “Love me tender”….I wasn’t loving as much…but you can’t fault his vocals here….
Bottom 2 – Syesha and Castro
Going home tonight – My gut is telling me Syesha. She was the second best last night….but she sang the “going home” ballad that often haunts the contestants….I really felt her emotion last night….I was crying with her last night…..and I have a strange feeling I’ll be crying with her again tonight.
It should be Castro…..but I foresee his base keeping him in for another week….primarily because of Simon’s “pack your bags” line.
Syesha was the distant second best last night…but I think she goes home tonight.
Rubbertoe! Out!
PS....I am looking forward to seeing David Archuletta's homecoming next week to his....and my hometown....(Murray, Utah)......I completely expect him to be "showcased" performing at the "Fashion Place Mall".......!
Watching last night’s show brought a couple of things to mind. First of all….as much as I like Jason Castro….he doesn’t really belong in the top 5, let alone the top 4 or top 3. He’s charming…yes….he’s cute…yes…..he’s fun and goofy….and he has a decent voice…..but Michael Johns, Carly and even Brooke are better singers than Jason….and afterall…this IS a singing competition….or is it?
I completely agreed with Simon yet again…..Archuletta not only beat the competition last night….he smashed them. Lil David proved that he is the best singer in the competition and the one that has the drive to win. The “chosen one” will be the next American Idol….but it will be a fun finale to watch.
David Cook – C’mon man…..there were sooooo many great songs to choose from and you chose those two? I still think Hotel California would have been a defining moment for the guy…..but “Hungry like a wolf”….Don’t get me wrong….I loved Duran Duran…but his performance was corny and cheesy….right up to the little wolf “prowl” he tried to do. Cook peaked about 3-4 weeks ago and has not been really good since. His second song was much better….and I do LOVE his high range….but it was just “aiiight” ….I wasn’t hatin’ him…but I wasn’t lovin him either. Also…I’m not digging the facial hair….the five o’ clock shadow scruff works on him….but the heavier facial hair makes him look like that “transient character” from the “Simpsons”……you know….the one who actually invent “itchy and scratchy”.
Syesha – The girl looked HOT last night. In her second performance….gold dress……I couldn’t help but stare at her boobs……she looked gorgeous and Fab-U-lous.
With her clichéd and obvious song picks…was there any doubt that she would do “Proud Mary”…..it was pretty good….but no Tina Turner. As for the second number….I wasn’t familiar with the song….but I agreed with Paula and Simon….I thought that she really pulled it off.
Castro – Jason, Jason, Jason……my boy…….I totally heart him….but last night was pathetic…..it was just plain bad. When I saw his song choices, I thought “very smart intelligent choices”….but “I shot the sheriff” was a complete mess. “Tambourine Man” was much better….but he really showed he doesn’t belong where he is….He was at his “goofy” best in the interviews….which I loved…..I still heart him…..but man…..it was painful….that’s all I can say.
Lil David - Stand by me – incredible. David doing what david does best. He looked great….his voice was top notch…and I really felt…as Paula said... a connection to the audience. “Love me tender”….I wasn’t loving as much…but you can’t fault his vocals here….
Bottom 2 – Syesha and Castro
Going home tonight – My gut is telling me Syesha. She was the second best last night….but she sang the “going home” ballad that often haunts the contestants….I really felt her emotion last night….I was crying with her last night…..and I have a strange feeling I’ll be crying with her again tonight.
It should be Castro…..but I foresee his base keeping him in for another week….primarily because of Simon’s “pack your bags” line.
Syesha was the distant second best last night…but I think she goes home tonight.
Rubbertoe! Out!
PS....I am looking forward to seeing David Archuletta's homecoming next week to his....and my hometown....(Murray, Utah)......I completely expect him to be "showcased" performing at the "Fashion Place Mall".......!
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Lil David Loves Me Tender and Makes J's Chin Quiver . . .
Lil David's up next and workin Norah Jones version of Love Me Tender – When I heard he was singin this song, I told Allison I thought this could be a “moment” for Lil David. . . . Just sittin at the mic, very simple, I like that. I don’t know what to say . . . if I could include a little webcam of myself, you would see that I am weeping . . . not just crying, but chin quivering, a little beside myself, kind of crying. Just absolutely simplistically stunning. For me, he has far and away surpassed the competition tonight. Randy loved it. Paula thought he had a moment. Simon thought he crushed the competition.
Overall, Lil David and the rest . . . Interestingly, I think that Syesha could very likely be safe . . . gonna do a little more thinking and post some rankings and predictions . . .
What do y'all think?
Overall, Lil David and the rest . . . Interestingly, I think that Syesha could very likely be safe . . . gonna do a little more thinking and post some rankings and predictions . . .
What do y'all think?
The Cuteness Shakes His Tambourine
The Cuteness – Mr. Tambourine Man – Gotta give The Cuteness credit for being himself. Again, he looks like he’s having a good time out there. Kind of just said “Screw it! I’m gonna smoke some primo weed, and get my folk on”. He kind of screwed up the lyrics, but his vocals were in tune, and he seemed like he was having fun. Randy thought it kinda sucked. Paula wasn’t blown away by the performance but was blown away by him. Simon told him to pack his bags.
I do heart The Cuteness, y'all, and I think he is better than last week, but . . . I don't know if he can stick around for another week . . . I have been saying that since the Top 6, though . . .
I do heart The Cuteness, y'all, and I think he is better than last week, but . . . I don't know if he can stick around for another week . . . I have been saying that since the Top 6, though . . .
Is Syesha Changing?
Syesha singin a little Sam Cooke and a little Change Gonna Come – again, she looks beautiful . . . she so kind of was good for me until the very end . . . she hit the pimp note, but I really think it was out of place. In my recollection of this song and Sam Cooke - which Allison will have a better take on - its all about soulful and understated . . . Randy thought it was a mess. Paula and Simon thought it ruled and rocked. I gotta say I think Simon’s doin a little politicking here to get The Cuteness gone. I think he has thought it has been time for him to go for a couple of weeks . . . Just my opinion. And one more time, thought she was very good - minus the pimp note - but not consistent with Simon . . .
. - see that dot . . . there's me on the island of unpopular opinion . . . send me a postcard, y'all!
. - see that dot . . . there's me on the island of unpopular opinion . . . send me a postcard, y'all!
Cookie . . . Who? What happened, yo?
Rocker David is gonna rock The Who - I'm not sure what to say here. What the hell happened in this performance? His vocals were good, with one majorly bum note in the beginning . . . but what happened at the end. Something went very, very wrong. I'm not sure if he got lost, or the band went astray, but that was not what was meant to happen. Also, it was VERY clear on Cookie's face that didn't go the way he wanted it. Did y'all see him cover his eyes and shake his head and grimace? The reason I am pointing these things out is that the judges COMPLETELY IGNORED WHAT HAPPENED! He even looked stunned after the judges spoke. Very interesting evening on the idol . . . maybe it was just different in the studio . . .
Stand by Lil David!
Lil David's gonna try and blow up, Stand By Me – I have such high hopes for this performance. . . He used to sing it to his dog, aw shucks, man . . . OMG, first note gave me goose bumps . . . excellent, excellent, excellent. This may be the very FIRST time since "Imagine" that I’ve seen him perform with personality. I believed him when he sange. By far the best of round 1! Randy thinks he is the bomb diggity, Paula hearts him hardcore, and Simon thinks he struggled toward the end, but awarded round 1 to Lil Bit.
Got to agree, Round 1 to Lil Bit by a hot minute . . .
Got to agree, Round 1 to Lil Bit by a hot minute . . .
The Cuteness sings Bob Marley . . . Who'd a thunk it?
The Cuteness – He’s tokin a little I shot the sheriff tonight . . . I am digging that vibe . . . I really kind of loved that performance. Again, the vocals were not quite as good as the performance. I kind of loved it. Again, I am on the island of unpopular opinion . . . but, I thought it was fun, kooky, utterly Castro-like performance. Ugh, I knew it, Randy thought it was a mess, yo . . . Paula thought it was utterly Jason . . . and, Simon thought it was COMPLETELY ATROCIOUS!
Ok, ok, enough. Even I who have not been a supporter of The Cuteness over the past few weeks, think that Simon and Randy are going WAY overboard here. ENOUGH!
Ok, ok, enough. Even I who have not been a supporter of The Cuteness over the past few weeks, think that Simon and Randy are going WAY overboard here. ENOUGH!
Will Proud Syesha Keep on Burnin?
Syesha's next, and she is rockin the extensions again tonight. Girl should have been rockin these at an earlier date. She’s gonna try and channel her inner Tina with some Proud Mary . . . Um, can we say choreography . . . yo! Excellent moves for Ms. Syesha. I have to say that once again her performance ROCKED, but the vocals didn’t quite match up to the performance . . . Vocals were quite good, but the performance was MUCH better. Randy thought she was GREAT, yo! Paula thought she was AWESOME, and stuff. Simon thought it was kind of a karaoke disaster.
I only have one thing left to say, shouldn't The Cuteness be singing a song about proud "mary" keepin on burnin . . . Just a thought
I only have one thing left to say, shouldn't The Cuteness be singing a song about proud "mary" keepin on burnin . . . Just a thought
Top 4: Can They Rock? . . . And, Does Cookie Make You Hungry?
Here we go with the Top 4 and their tribute to the influential rock songs! Holla!
Three of these four have been number 1 already . . . hmmm . . . interesting . . .
THIS is AMERican Idol!
First up, Rocker David, AKA Cookie . . . He's gonna tryout a little Duran Duran “Hungry Like the Wolf” HOLLA! I’m so excited about this one. A wee pitchy to start, but I’m likin where this one is going . . . Pretty much following the DD version. Fortunately, I HEART this song. A wee bit raspy at times, and it kind of just followed the original, but overall a very solid first effort. Randy thought it was solid. Paula is hungry and wants to watch Cookie grow, er um . . . Simon agreed with Randy
Three of these four have been number 1 already . . . hmmm . . . interesting . . .
THIS is AMERican Idol!
First up, Rocker David, AKA Cookie . . . He's gonna tryout a little Duran Duran “Hungry Like the Wolf” HOLLA! I’m so excited about this one. A wee pitchy to start, but I’m likin where this one is going . . . Pretty much following the DD version. Fortunately, I HEART this song. A wee bit raspy at times, and it kind of just followed the original, but overall a very solid first effort. Randy thought it was solid. Paula is hungry and wants to watch Cookie grow, er um . . . Simon agreed with Randy
Idol Top Four
Hey y'all! TMZ had a list of the Idol Top 4 songs for tonight. Based on the list - some of our very own Idol bloggers are great predictors!
David Archuleta -- "Stand by Me" by Ben E. King
"Love Me Tender" by Elvis Presley (cover by Norah Jones)
David Cook -- "Baba O'Reilly" by The Who
"Hungry Like the Wolf" by Duran Duran
Jason Castro -- "Mr. Tambourine Man" by Bob Dylan
"I Shot the Sheriff" by Bob Marley (cover by Eric Clapton)
Syesha Mercado -- "Proud Mary" by Tina Turner
"A Change is Gonna Come" by Sam Cooke
What do you all think! :)
David Archuleta -- "Stand by Me" by Ben E. King
"Love Me Tender" by Elvis Presley (cover by Norah Jones)
David Cook -- "Baba O'Reilly" by The Who
"Hungry Like the Wolf" by Duran Duran
Jason Castro -- "Mr. Tambourine Man" by Bob Dylan
"I Shot the Sheriff" by Bob Marley (cover by Eric Clapton)
Syesha Mercado -- "Proud Mary" by Tina Turner
"A Change is Gonna Come" by Sam Cooke
What do you all think! :)
Friday, May 2, 2008
Song Choice Fiasco
So....one thing that we are often reminded about is how Song Choice is critical. Syesha has shown a pattern of choosing bad songs throughout the season (but she still made the top 4). From the list link supplied by J....list your worst song choices for each contestant:
David Cook - Da Doo Ron Ron or Whip it
Syesha - Another brick in the wall or Rock Lobster
David Archuletta - Welcome to the jungle or Smoke on the water
Jason Castro -We got the beat or Love to love you baby
David Cook - Da Doo Ron Ron or Whip it
Syesha - Another brick in the wall or Rock Lobster
David Archuletta - Welcome to the jungle or Smoke on the water
Jason Castro -We got the beat or Love to love you baby
Thursday, May 1, 2008
Top 4: Will the Idols Shape and Inspire?
DJ Slim over at Idol Blog Live is reporting that the theme for the Top 4 is, "Songs that Shaped/Inspired Rock and Roll. You can check out the list of 500 possible song choices here. I'd like for all the bloggers at A Little Taste to check the list and see what you think/ what you'd like our Top 4 Idols to sing.
My Brooke stops . . . babbling . . .
Sniff . . . Sniff . . . Alone on the Isle of Unpopular Opinion . . . Sniff . . . Sniff . . . My Brooke is gone . . . Now, I can't say that I was SHOCKED at the result, but I was somewhat, er, um, perplexed maybe, at The Cuteness not being in the Bottom 2 . . . Anyhoo, My Brooke will not be around for the Top 4. So, to celebrate the Brookeness, I am posting the link to her Entertainment Weekly Exit Interview. Enjoy . . . Sniff . . . Sniff
Melinda Doolitle - stay tuned
Apparently details will be released soon about Melinda Doolittle's CD release. The official website is not yet up...but here is a link: http://www.brickmanmedia.com/melinda/thanks.asp
I was surfing the web and came across a link to Phil Stacey's single/video. I watched about 20 seconds before I couldn't take it anymore. It was pretty horrendous. However, I thought...god...if Phil Stacey puts out a video....why haven't we heard from Melinda. I guess "QUALITY" takes a little more time.
I'm anxious to hear it. She was by far the best singer last year...obviously didn't have the whole package to be THE American Idol.....but I bet her CD outsells Jordin....just a prediction.
I was surfing the web and came across a link to Phil Stacey's single/video. I watched about 20 seconds before I couldn't take it anymore. It was pretty horrendous. However, I thought...god...if Phil Stacey puts out a video....why haven't we heard from Melinda. I guess "QUALITY" takes a little more time.
I'm anxious to hear it. She was by far the best singer last year...obviously didn't have the whole package to be THE American Idol.....but I bet her CD outsells Jordin....just a prediction.
Not So Cute
I know Jason Castro is better known around here as The Cuteness, but after I saw this last night, I wondered what y'all thought about it: here's Brooke, crying her eyes out as she struggles to push through what must have been a painful, poignant last song on Idol, and Castro's grinning like a damn Cheshire Cat.
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