A I 2008

[AC]

And the circus is back in town...Paula looking lightly medicated, which should have exponential dosage increases as the weeks go on. No reports yet on the "real" Simon, but it's early in the year also. And Randy, if you close your eyes, says the exact same things he said in 2001.

The usual buffoonery went on, including a guy who wanted to be on TV so badly that he had his chest hairs pulled off. Dude...YouTube..everyone's a star!!

However...this year I have a horse in the race. There was a kid from my hometown of Bayonne, NJ, who is going on to Hollywood. I now have a stake in the outcome.

In my 6AM Wednesday class from now until the end, we discuss and make wagers.

And finally, when I tried to explain to many of you that Taylor Hicks would never sell much or become anything big, how you like me now? You can probably hire Taylor Hicks and Ruben Studdard to sing at your kid's Bar Mitzvah.

[like2bike]

Which one was he? I need a name so I can cheer him on...

[JohnNYC]

Yes, tell us who the hometown guy is. I'll watch how he does.

I swore to myself that I wouldn't watch the audition phase of AI this year. I wrestle with my dislike of making fun of people and my morbid curiosity about how crazy, extreme, unaware, etc. some of these kids are. So...as a compromise, I had the volume on my TV turned up loud enough so I could hear it from the other room last night. I didn't watch the whole thing, but I heard it. That's one step in weaning myself from the auditions, right? :)

There were definitely a few good stand-outs from last night's golden ticket holders. I can't wait to see...oops hear...who auditioned in Dallas.

[AC]

Which one was he? I need a name so I can cheer him on...

I was looking down and looked up for a minute and I yelled out...Hey he's from Bayonne! and forgot his name. I heard they interviewed him on Jersey radio today. He's an Hispanic kid. I think his last name was Gonzales (YJ don't blast me for forgetting).

He's my homie....If he hits it...he'll join Sandra Dee, Frank Langella, Barney Frank, Brian Keith and me.

[like2bike]

KEWL!

[like2bike]

The usual buffoonery went on

This sentence makes me laugh. That's all. Just thought I'd let you guys know that. :D I think it's the word, "buffoonery." I love that word.

[sandy]

I COMPLETELY forgot its was on. I usually like this part of AI the best because it guarantees to crack me up.

[AC]

I read some reviews that the producers this year were trying to cut back on the freak show and actually want to put more of the singing talent on so that fans/viewers would invest some time following that. Ratings did decline last year, although it's still far and away the #1 rated show, and they feel that the talent is what keeps people involved every week.

That said...Holy Toledo...what is the attraction with wanting just to get onto a TV show, even though you can't sing. Not that you are slightly undertalented, or marginally talented, but you're just completely tone deaf and rhythmically challenged. Simon did have the funniest line when the husband was standing there watching his wife butcher a couple of songs..."Love is deaf". Randy, having the joke go over his head then says, "No Simon...Love is blind". "Not in this case". What is it about TV that compels people to do anything to get on just to stand in front of a camera? I don't see this as anything different than people standing out side the Today Show windows with signs to just be on TV. For gosh sakes...get your camcorder and video yourself.

There was one singer from the same hometown as Kelly Clarkson who they passed through that will be interesting to see if that happens.

[JohnNYC]

I actually watched last night. I've noticed they are spot-lighting more of the good auditions than they have in the past.

I sat shaking my head when that husband was brought into the room and encouraged his wife to sing. Either I'm really gullible (which could be the case) or they were generally confident that she had what it takes to get on the show. She could hold a tune, but she was no singer. Was love blind? Or did the husband not have the chutzpah to tell his wife she was not Idol material?

Then there was the boy who had never kissed a girl. That whole story of him having a necklace with a key and his father having the matching necklace with the heart...with plans of giving the heart necklace to the boy's future wife...well, that was just creepy.

Will the farmer boy/cowboy go down in flames like the other cowboys have in the past?

[AC]

I actually watched last night. I've noticed they are spot-lighting more of the good auditions than they have in the past.

I sat shaking my head when that husband was brought into the room and encouraged his wife to sing. Either I'm really gullible (which could be the case) or they were generally confident that she had what it takes to get on the show. She could hold a tune, but she was no singer. Was love blind? Or did the husband not have the chutzpah to tell his wife she was not Idol material?

Then there was the boy who had never kissed a girl. That whole story of him having a necklace with a key and his father having the matching necklace with the heart...with plans of giving the heart necklace to the boy's future wife...well, that was just creepy.

Will the farmer boy/cowboy go down in flames like the other cowboys have in the past?

The necklace thing made me want to take a shower when it was over. Plus, the whole thing of "I never even kissed a girl" just seems to be waiting for a slew of internet photos of this kid doing something that we would not want to see. And the Dad?...Jeez...go kiss something kid (girl or a boy if that's you're preference) and a few less hugs and tender moments with Dad. And then, I'd like a DNA match so I know this is actually a blood relative.

I predict...the farmer makes the Top 24.

[jsejt]

Watching AI, of course but haven't seen the Dallas episode yet. I know ratings are at an all time low, but I still love it.

BTW, I love the word "surreptitious," reminds me of someone. :cool:

[Pink]

As if the necklace thing wasn't creepy enough, how about the guy carrying around a ziplock with his nail clippings?

[AC]

As if the necklace thing wasn't creepy enough, how about the guy carrying around a ziplock with his nail clippings?

Interestingly enough...in a moment of Zen...where do all those toenail and fingernails go? And yet I see thousands of Nail Salons in every strip mall in every city across this great nation. If we're clipping them at home and then going for maincures, who is accountable for the residue? Someone please tell me.

[Pink]

Interestingly enough...in a moment of Zen...where do all those toenail and fingernails go? And yet I see thousands of Nail Salons in every strip mall in every city across this great nation. If we're clipping them at home and then going for maincures, who is accountable for the residue? Someone please tell me.

What too busy to contemplate world peace?

[JohnNYC]

What too busy to contemplate world peace?

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I had completely forgotten about the guy with the nail clippings. What would possess someone to do that???

[megale3]

That one blond (smokin) in Dallas was amazing( the one that did singing impressions of Britany) I predict a top five finish and loyal veiwership from the men in the audiance.
M

[AC]

What too busy to contemplate world peace?

You don't see a connection between an overabundance of nail clippings from the proletariat and the ruling class determining how many people can and should have pedicures?

It's class warfare...better get ready. Keep your toenails immaculate...you never know when big brother is coming with an emery board.

[NJspin]

I missed the frist night of the show. Actually I've never watched more then 5 min of the show. Today I opened the paper and there was one of my former students who lost 200 lbs and was the first guy to get a ticket to Hollywood. Go figure!

[Pink]

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I had completely forgotten about the guy with the nail clippings. What would possess someone to do that???

Collecting them or feeling the need to bring them on national TV?

That one blond (smokin) in Dallas was amazing( the one that did singing impressions of Britany) I predict a top five finish and loyal veiwership from the men in the audiance.
M

Mr. P. seemed most interested. :roll:

You don't see a connection between an overabundance of nail clippings from the proletariat and the ruling class determining how many people can and should have pedicures?

It's class warfare...better get ready. Keep your toenails immaculate...you never know when big brother is coming with an emery board.

Oh hell, I say we all chew them off and save the drama.

I missed the frist night of the show. Actually I've never watched more then 5 min of the show. Today I opened the paper and there was one of my former students who lost 200 lbs and was the first guy to get a ticket to Hollywood. Go figure!

Hey, he was decent. From Mays Landing, I think?

[Pink]

btw, I'm getting becoming a little obsessed with this multiple quote thing.:D

[AC]

btw, I'm getting becoming a little obsessed with this multiple quote thing.:D

You're doing a great job...great job...great job...great job.

[Pink]

You're doing a great job...great job...great job...great job.

Thanks for sending me off to dreamland with a laugh! G'night John Boy.

[megale3]

Mr. P. seemed most interested. :roll:
At least he is not dead!:cool:

[Pink]

At least he is not dead!:cool:

No, obviously not.:roll:

[megale3]

No, obviously not.:roll:
You will benifit... trust me :D

[AC]

You can see a lot less clown acts in the production and just giving all of us a taste of their desire to get a better talented cast.

They're sending people with talent to the next round and not just interesting outfits and attitude.

I liked that 16 yr old kid who sang the John Mayer song. He got Randy to sing back-up with him. You can tell they want younger people who sing newer songs.

I'd have to give the beginning a real high grade so far. They are really going to not get into a "vote for the worst" thing this time if they can help it. No Sanjayas, if you get the pic.

[JohnNYC]

Yep, over all I'm happy with the people they've put through so far...at least those they've shown us. I have only questioned a couple of the choices so far, but those people will be filtered out in the Hollywood round.

I agree on that 16 year old. He sounded great. I wonder if his vocal cords have recovered sufficiently for him to sing non-stop throughout the competition.

[AC]

In an ongoing sign that we are also nearing the end of our sanity or hearing as we know it, Paula and Randy have released a new single called "Dance Like There's No Tomorrow". I just saw it pop up on ITunes.

I try to imagine that we are all better for this.

[JohnNYC]

In an ongoing sign that we are also nearing the end of our sanity or hearing as we know it, Paula and Randy have released a new single called "Dance Like There's No Tomorrow". I just saw it pop up on ITunes.

I try to imagine that we are all better for this.

OMG! I can't wait to check it out when I get home this evening. They teamed up on a training video too, right?

[AC]

OMG! I can't wait to check it out when I get home this evening. They teamed up on a training video too, right?

What possible thing can Paula Abdul train people to do?

[JohnNYC]

If I remember correctly, it was a video to teach people to sing. It was hilarious in a past year's auditions when one person came in, failed the audition, then showed the DVD from which they learned to sing....Paula and Randy's DVD. Simon had a field day with that one.

[AC]

It still seems the producers are spending more time on the talent and throwing in some human interest stories on the side. The poor kid who lost her dad was awful to play that one on the viewers. And the kid who lives in a compact car is horrible.

Much more subdued show. Paula was made out to be an idiot as a waffling judge unable to actually make a tough decision. Only able to drop the obvious awful singers. She just looks so medicated and pasty.

[JohnNYC]

I have to admit I've only been listening to the show the last few episodes. I did have to rewind and watch the two you mentioned, though. I felt uneasy about both of them.

I'm not sure where they're trying to go with it this year. Clearly, they want to cut down on the number of bad auditions they give air time to. But, this focus on human interest stories is bizarre. Why not just show us the auditions of all the people they put through on that day?

[jsejt]

It still seems the producers are spending more time on the talent and throwing in some human interest stories on the side. The poor kid who lost her dad was awful to play that one on the viewers. And the kid who lives in a compact car is horrible.

Much more subdued show. Paula was made out to be an idiot as a waffling judge unable to actually make a tough decision. Only able to drop the obvious awful singers. She just looks so medicated and pasty.

I did feel sorry for the girl who lost her dad but the kid in the car, no way! He chose that life, dropped out of school to live in his car. Maybe I'm callus but I didn't feel sorry for his life, he did have a nice though.

[JohnNYC]

I did feel sorry for the girl who lost her dad but the kid in the car, no way! He chose that life, dropped out of school to live in his car. Maybe I'm callus but I didn't feel sorry for his life, he did have a nice though.

I don't think it's callus. When people make choices such as that, they've made their bed and are sleeping in it. It's when people are not in control of their circumstances that compassion is required.

Or maybe I'm callus too.

[Pink]

Is that 16 year old kid adorable or what? (the one that had the paralyzed vocal chords) He'll have all the teenyboppers in a tizzy.

[like2bike]

I was talking to DH last night, trying to figure out why we're so much more enamored by the show this year than any other time in the past. I literally am glued to the boobTube when this is on. Am I regressing to a teenager as I age? :o Is that an oxymoron? Or am I an oxymoron? Or am I an ox? Or, am I a moron? :wink:

[sandy]

My pick.. I'm callin it now, Michael Lee Johns. Anybody else care to play?

[Pink]

I was talking to DH last night, trying to figure out why we're so much more enamored by the show this year than any other time in the past. I literally am glued to the boobTube when this is on. Am I regressing to a teenager as I age? :o Is that an oxymoron? Or am I an oxymoron? Or am I an ox? Or, am I a moron? :wink:

You are too cute!

If it's any consolation, we are too. I think it has to do with showing more talent from the beginning and actually following people through. Also, you can't take it for granted that the showcased talents are a shoe-in. Case in point -- car-boy walked. Between AI & HBO's "In Treatment," TV is seriously cutting into my internet cruising time.:D

Sandy, is Michael Lee Jones the little cutie? It takes me half the show to learn their names.

[sandy]

You are too cute!


Sandy, is Michael Lee Jones the little cutie? It takes me half the show to learn their names.
No, although he's not uncute. He's the slightly older guy that sung the Bohemian Rapsody. You can see all the 24 on AOL.

[like2bike]

I am going with the gal with the long blond, wavy hair who Simon said that if she didn't get in this year, then, well, that was pretty much it for her (I think maybe because she's older?). Anybody know her name? She played the keyboard and sang for them last week...I love her voice and I think she's an absolute sweetheart!

[Pink]

I am going with the gal with the long blond, wavy hair who Simon said that if she didn't get in this year, then, well, that was pretty much it for her (I think maybe because she's older?). Anybody know her name? She played the keyboard and sang for them last week...I love her voice and I think she's an absolute sweetheart!

No way I can call it at this point -- I'm too fickle. The gal you were talking about was picked at the Philly audition (although she's not from Philly). I like the guy from Australia? New Zealand? (loved his Bohemian Rhapsody) and the gal from Ireland who was cut last year because of visa problems. The gals have to get their crying under control, though..all the drama gets on my nerves.

[sandy]

I am going with the gal with the long blond, wavy hair who Simon said that if she didn't get in this year, then, well, that was pretty much it for her (I think maybe because she's older?). Anybody know her name? She played the keyboard and sang for them last week...I love her voice and I think she's an absolute sweetheart!
Brooke White, She was real good too!

[kszspin]

I think it'll come down to Carly and Michael Johns.
Either the first 'Irish American Idol' or 'Australian American Idol'. Gotta love this country! :D

[like2bike]

I think it'll come down to Carly and Michael Johns.
Either the first 'Irish American Idol' or 'Australian American Idol'. Gotta love this country! :D

Speaking of this country, let's all take a minute and think about our soldiers fighting for this country. 'Nuff said... time to ponder and give thanks... we're very lucky.

[sandy]

Speaking of this country, let's all take a minute and think about our soldiers fighting for this country. 'Nuff said... time to ponder and give thanks... we're very lucky.
Amen

[sandy]

AC, who you picking?

[AC]

AC, who you picking?

Early pick for me is the 16 yr old kid with the short black hair who I don't know his name. I have to see the 24 under some pressure. The homeless boy who lives in the Chevy was too annoying. Sing a song and stop crying.

There is some girl there who might have been in the Addams family.

Looks like a very good cast..Can't wait for next week.

[like2bike]

There is some girl there who might have been in the Addams family.


You mean the Janet Joplin-esque girl? She is good but she needs to be able to change her persona.

[AC]

You mean the Janet Joplin-esque girl? She is good but she needs to be able to change her persona.

That's the one...kinda like Janis Joplin and Elvira and Marilyn Manson got together and produced a baby girl 20 years ago. The girl has pipes, but who knows how many Gothic soul singers are on the charts?

The Irish girl with the tats all over half her body will be wearing long sleeves for many weeks.

[JohnNYC]

I think it'll come down to Carly and Michael Johns.
I'm with Kelly on this, though it's too early to really tell as some of the top 24 have not had much air time. After the next two nights I might feel a little differently. I didn't even pay much attention to Jordin last year until about half way through. Who would have guessed early on that she was going to win?

[AC]

I totally think David Archuletta, the Australian guy (he'll just be the Australian guy to me for a while) and the white boy with the dreadlocks (he'll be the white boy with the dreadlocks to me also) were the best ones.

There were a couple of guys who claimed they looked like Ellen DeGeneres and they seemed to have a resemblance, so I'd expect to see them on Ellen DeGeneres' show pretty soon. Because who loves publicity more than Ellen and when she can get face time on Idol, it's irresistable. The guy who sang the Neil Sedaka song is toast and Chikeasy (or Jakuzi as Simon called him) is also in a gots-to-go situation. Some kid sang "Moon River"...wtf was he thinking? The theme was the 60's and I could have picked out about 500 songs for them to use. Moon River might be #482....right after America the Beautiful...oh yeah....that was the 1860's.

Now the most interesting thing of the evening was the Noriega kid (who i think should wear a Panamanian outfit) and the interaction between him and Simon, who almost always has a riff with the guy who might not be str8. The lad had a hissy fit and that will set him up for many weeks of appearences, because everyone loves to screw with Simon for a few weeks. It's too bad because the kid seemed to be pretty good during the auditions and Hollywood time, now it seems that he's going to assume a "diva" persona. The metrosexual Elvis thing is a little creepy.

[like2bike]

I totally think David Archuletta, the Australian guy (he'll just be the Australian guy to me for a while) and the white boy with the dreadlocks (he'll be the white boy with the dreadlocks to me also) were the best ones.

There were a couple of guys who claimed they looked like Ellen DeGeneres and they seemed to have a resemblance, so I'd expect to see them on Ellen DeGeneres' show pretty soon. Because who loves publicity more than Ellen and when she can get face time on Idol, it's irresistable. The guy who sang the Neil Sedaka song is toast and Chikeasy (or Jakuzi as Simon called him) is also in a gots-to-go situation. Some kid sang "Moon River"...wtf was he thinking? The theme was the 60's and I could have picked out about 500 songs for them to use. Moon River might be #482....right after America the Beautiful...oh yeah....that was the 1860's.

Now the most interesting thing of the evening was the Noriega kid (who i think should wear a Panamanian outfit) and the interaction between him and Simon, who almost always has a riff with the guy who might not be str8. The lad had a hissy fit and that will set him up for many weeks of appearences, because everyone loves to screw with Simon for a few weeks. It's too bad because the kid seemed to be pretty good during the auditions and Hollywood time, now it seems that he's going to assume a "diva" persona. The metrosexual Elvis thing is a little creepy.

ACE you nailed it. I could have written this. You in my head? :D

[AC]

And after checking this morning...Danny Noriega is the "votefortheworst.com" early choice. He will be a "fierce" performer.

Now to see which of the girls will come out wearing nothing to get that early teenage boy/internet buzz.

[Pink]

And after checking this morning...Danny Noriega is the "votefortheworst.com" early choice. He will be a "fierce" performer.

Now to see which of the girls will come out wearing nothing to get that early teenage boy/internet buzz.

I wanted to slap him.

[like2bike]

I wanted to slap him. LMAO! :D

[JohnNYC]

I agree with your top three male choices, AC.

Just one comment about the Moon River guy: from what I understand, they only had 50 songs to choose from...not the 500 that one would recommend they choose from. It was still a bad choice, but maybe the other options were worse?

Danny Noriega just annoys me. He's a good singer, I'll give him that. But his diva attitude is unwarranted. He's no Fantasia.

[sandy]

And after checking this morning...Danny Noriega is the "votefortheworst.com" early choice. He will be a "fierce" performer.

Now to see which of the girls will come out wearing nothing to get that early teenage boy/internet buzz.
Ah, do we have another Project Runway watcher?

[sandy]

I totally think David Archuletta, the Australian guy (he'll just be the Australian guy to me for a while) and the white boy with the dreadlocks (he'll be the white boy with the dreadlocks to me also) were the best ones.

There were a couple of guys who claimed they looked like Ellen DeGeneres and they seemed to have a resemblance, so I'd expect to see them on Ellen DeGeneres' show pretty soon. Because who loves publicity more than Ellen and when she can get face time on Idol, it's irresistable. The guy who sang the Neil Sedaka song is toast and Chikeasy (or Jakuzi as Simon called him) is also in a gots-to-go situation. Some kid sang "Moon River"...wtf was he thinking? The theme was the 60's and I could have picked out about 500 songs for them to use. Moon River might be #482....right after America the Beautiful...oh yeah....that was the 1860's.

Now the most interesting thing of the evening was the Noriega kid (who i think should wear a Panamanian outfit) and the interaction between him and Simon, who almost always has a riff with the guy who might not be str8. The lad had a hissy fit and that will set him up for many weeks of appearences, because everyone loves to screw with Simon for a few weeks. It's too bad because the kid seemed to be pretty good during the auditions and Hollywood time, now it seems that he's going to assume a "diva" persona. The metrosexual Elvis thing is a little creepy.
Yes,but what colors were they to you?

[AC]

Danny Noriega just annoys me. He's a good singer, I'll give him that. But his diva attitude is unwarranted. He's no Fantasia.

He might be closer to Fantasia than anyone in the other gender (Cheap homophobic humor).

Were his pants really, really low or am I just nit picking? WWED...what would Elvis do?

[JohnNYC]

Were his pants really, really low or am I just nit picking?

I noticed the same thing when the camera angles were from behind. Low rise jeans...either they look good on you, or they don't.

[AC]

I noticed the same thing when the camera angles were from behind. Low rise jeans...either they look good on you, or they don't.


I think they look better on females..but I'm gender biased.

[Julibird]

I think they look better on females..but I'm gender biased.

I agree. But I also don't like "mom jeans" on guys either. Both scream - "hey my butt is big!!!".

Is it safe to watch AI yet? I am no longer able to sit through the beginning weeks of hideousness.

[AC]

Is it safe to watch AI yet? I am no longer able to sit through the beginning weeks of hideousness.

It's safe, but a definite TiVo option. 12 singers sing about 2 minutes each and the show is 120 minutes. Do the math. If you have something to do for 2 hours, you can watch this in about 35 minutes.

I can't not watch Paula try to actually say something..it's too deliciously cruel.

[JohnNYC]

I can't not watch Paula try to actually say something..it's too deliciously cruel.
LOL! I tried last night to speed past the judges' commentary, but I just couldn't get myself to do it.

Yes, it is safe to watch now. The talent is good this year -- only a couple that stand out as early eliminations, but they're not so bad that you can't listen to them.

[jsejt]

Didn't see the guys so I really hope they were better than the girls. I didn't really like any of their performances. I'm kinda diggin the rocker chick though, I do like her style. She is more authentic then rocker chick wannabe Gina from last year, no?

[AC]

They start out the marathon (12 singers singing for about 24 minutes = 120 minutes of TV time..please everyone..invest in a DVR/TiVo) by letting us know that the flu had struck the girls. Why the flu is a gender specific affliction I haven't figured out yet, but immediately I feel bad for all of them. Then they send out Krisy Lee Cook to sing, who wants to win her horse back (what self respecting Idol wants to go without their horse? So please...if you care, give this girl a recording contract so she can ride again). She does a very mediocre job with the song. We find she's one of the flu sufferers and Simon rips right into her for not singing well. So...end of the flu sympathy. If Simon doesn't care, neither do I.

There wasn't any that actually sucked, but if you're over 19 in this competition I don't think you're going to win. And I also learned the unless you have your vocal chords removed, there isn't other illness that really matters. I would imagine if there was a singer in a wheelchair, Simon wouldn't like the way they drove up to the mic.

[NJspin]

Say it.. Syesha!

[AC]

Averaging between 25 and 30 million viewers...next closest TV show is half that amount.

[Pink]

Why the flu is a gender specific affliction I haven't figured out yet,


Maybe it's all that lipstick sharing.;)

[JohnNYC]

Shannon -- I definitely think the guys were better than the girls this week. I was not impressed with the girls. Carley (sp?) is my favorite and I think she did very well last night. But the others...meh. Being sick could have played a part in that, but I don't think so.

Ah well, regardless of whether or not they should be given some latitude for being sick, I still think the best will still make it into the top 12. The two girls who leave tonight probably would have been eliminated by the top 12 anyway, so who cares if illness was a factor.

[AC]

I think America got the votes 100% right.

I'm curious as to who's buying a 90 second AI song on ITunes:roll:

But...if you have an inkling...you can get the video for free on ITunes of the guy in the cape singing "Friends Forever". It's a perfect train wreck.

[JohnNYC]

I think America got the votes 100% right.

I'm curious as to who's buying a 90 second AI song on ITunes:roll:

But...if you have an inkling...you can get the video for free on ITunes of the guy in the cape singing "Friends Forever". It's a perfect train wreck.

I agree. I wasn't disappointed with the eliminations last night. I might have swapped out one or two, but those who were eliminated would never have made it into the top 12 anyway...so last night was as good a time as any.

What about Paula's "come back"? Is it just me, or is her voice synthesized even more than it was back in the 90's?

I'm sure there must be someone buying those AI songs on iTunes. But, I haven't seen any performance so far that would even tempt me to consider it.

[fitfan]

No, although he's not uncute. He's the slightly older guy that sung the Bohemian Rapsody. You can see all the 24 on AOL.


I thought he did a great job with that song and the the doors song he sang. He has my vote. But I also liked the bandana rocker guy (Robbie I think is his name???). I didn't get to see any of the girls.

[sandy]

I was saying to my husband the other night, somethings up with this guys hair. It looks weird on top, like a wig or something.

http://www.tmz.com/2008/02/27/idol-contestant-wigs-out/

[jsejt]

I was saying to my husband the other night, somethings up with this guys hair. It looks weird on top, like a wig or something.

http://www.tmz.com/2008/02/27/idol-contestant-wigs-out/

Exactly! I knew something was up.

Is it just me or is Simon propping his elbow up on Paula's chair buggin ya'll? Then he does this rest thumb up against side of face thing that's weird too. It reminds me of a scene from "It's a wonderful life." :confused:

[JohnNYC]

I was saying to my husband the other night, somethings up with this guys hair. It looks weird on top, like a wig or something.
I hadn't noticed. No wonder why Simon is calling him a fake. It all makes sense now.

Is it just me or is Simon propping his elbow up on Paula's chair buggin ya'll? Then he does this rest thumb up against side of face thing that's weird too. It reminds me of a scene from "It's a wonderful life." :confused:
I'm glad you said this. I thought I was just being too analytical. These things are weird, aren't they?

So...what did everyone think of the last couple nights? I thought the guys did very well as a whole. The girls...not so much. The only one I liked last night was Carly.

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So...what did everyone think of the last couple nights? I thought the guys did very well as a whole. The girls...not so much. The only one I liked last night was Carly.

Agreed. Still adoring the 17 yr. old kid -- David. Carly is the only girl I seem to remember. Simon was on Regis (my guilty pleasure!) yesterday and Kelly was saying about "the strong crop this year" and Simon started shaking is head. He bluntly said that there are only 5 or so who deserve to be there. But he added when they get down to those 5 or 6, it's going to be one heck of a competition. And the rocker chick? Ugh, I dislike her immensely. I want to jump through the screen and brush her hair.

[joyofspin]

Shannon saw the resting on Paula's chair too and I thought it strange (but I thought it was just me). Maybe he's going for the nice guy/bad judge routine all by himself. LOL

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Shannon saw the resting on Paula's chair too and I thought it strange (but I thought it was just me). Maybe he's going for the nice guy/bad judge routine all by himself. LOL

He's giving his comments, "waa wwaa waa wwa", and I'm focused on his elbow propped on the chair and the thumb pressed against the side of this head. Weird & distracting......I still love Simon though.

[JohnNYC]

I think it's funny that Ryan actually brought up this strange hand position last night on the show.

Last night's eliminations didn't phase me at all. My favorites are still in, so the others can go at whatever point.

[like2bike]

I still love Simon though. You have a thing for the bad boys, doncha S....;)

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You have a thing for the bad boys, doncha S....;)

I adore him too -- not for his 'badness' but for his honesty.

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I totally dislike the monochromatic chick. She needed to be feed with the squirrels and funny thing is that she was brought up on the local news last night having DUI charges and never showed in court-what a drama:rolleyes:

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You have a thing for the bad boys, doncha S....;)

HHmmmm interesting, my dh is such a "good boy,".............interesting...;)

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I think it's funny that Ryan actually brought up this strange hand position last night on the show.

Last night's eliminations didn't phase me at all. My favorites are still in, so the others can go at whatever point.

It was hilarious that they did the whole still photo thing, it made me feel better about my watching abilities. 8)

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Not that there's anything wrong with that...

http://votefortheworst.com/20080304/and_finally_proof_david_hernandez_confirmed_stripp er

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Chikeze (sp?)...where the heck has he been hiding??? He blew me away. Who would have thunk?

And the Irish girl -- talent.

And the rocker guy with the bad hair (is that a creative comb-over?), was great.

Disappointments: The young David kid (he's got a beautiful voice but wondering if he's tough enough). The Hernandez guy (expected more after his smoked it last week) & the Australian guy (really, really like him but I didn't think he was on top of his game this week).

What the heck? -- the country gal. What a train wreck.

The black gal -- forgettable (but absolutely gorgeous).

Dreds & Brooke -- both adorable, reasonably talented & I like both but I think they may be one-dimensional. What they do, they do well, but not sure if they can branch out.

Going? The country girl get my vote.

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That Parcheezie guy rocked the house. JAW DROPPINGLY EXCELLENT.

I am embarrassed to say I feel asleep before it was over--didn't know it was a 2-hour show last night! I missed the entire 2nd hour! :wink:

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I can't believe Simon didn't remember Carly's name (the Irish girl) how insulting.

I liked David Cook and after his performance of Eleanor Rigby couldn't get the darn song out of my head. David A. - total train wreck. Not only did he forget the words, but he looked so uncomfortable. It was kinda nice not seeing the judges swooning over him. He probably had no idea who the Beatles were (it's a bit before his time) so the song was foreign to him but to forget the words, unforgettable.

Best line of the night from Simon to "country girl" - "You sounded like Dolly Parton on Helium". I was thinking the same thing - she was horrible!

Like2 - parcheezie LOL!! My sis calls him that and whatever rhymes with his name (mostly she calls him cheezy - no offense cheese).

Paula was actually lucid last night - what a shocker!!

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Paula was actually lucid last night - what a shocker!!

Yes, and she actually had 2 original opinions, instead of dittoing Randy's every comment.

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If you never heard Archuletta sing before, you'd put him near the bottom after last night. Kristy Lee is in the 'gots' to go position. David Cook forgot to play my guitar, but was great. Irish girl was excellent. Hot Black chick is average but gorgeous. Gay stripper was below average. Aussie continues to be over rated. Chickeze is way better than a few weeks ago. Blonde nanny is all right.

Paula goes from incoherent to child like right before your eyes. She can't say anything bad but nothing discernable is said, or relevant. It's a chemical concoction that is varying in effect before our eyes on TV in front of 30 million. I think they should put her in a room and let her speak for 4 hours after the show.

[JohnNYC]

A couple days late, but just wanted to say I agree with pretty much everything you all have said about this week's performances. Checkezie (sp) was excellent, and...well the rest you've already said.

I think David H. was let go too soon. But as I've said about others, he was not going to win anyway, so I'm not losing any sleep with his earlier-than-expected departure.

Is it true that they're going to do Lennon-McCartney again this week? I can't figure out if that's just a rumor or if it is confirmed. If so, David Archuleta's in for another bad week, unless he works extra hard.

[AC]

I actually think Simon embaressed himself last night. When the Irish ringer girl sang "Blackbird", Simon thought singing about a blackbird was a poor choice. Does the schmuck know it's a metaphor? I got the feeling he actually knew nothing about the Beatle songbook. He keeps doing the "song choice" mantra. There are no bad Lennon-McCartney songs. Some are much better than others.

The Phillipine girl and the other blonde girl are in "gots to go " mode. They can also boot the Aussie ringer guy, who is totally over rated. Seyesha is just too hot to leave (I only know the names of the hot girls otherwise they are this one or that one). The Lily Munster rock singer is just too ridiculous, but who knows? She can't sing at all...just howls everything. The cute little Mormon boy was OK. And I think the guy who has the guitar that I loaned him is getting better each week (although Simon will try to submarine him). I really like the nanny/blonde, but last night she looked like a girl selling margarine (in that goofy yellow dress). By the time the 9th one was singing I was looking at my clock...very sucky show.

Now, Paula...does anyone know what she is actually saying after one of them sings? If someone is bad, they dress well. If someone is mediocre, they are "True to themsleves" (which you should all think about the next time you type into your forum posts, "you have to be true to yourself" and remember, you're on the same page as Paula Abdul) and if they are good, she wets the chair.

I really think now, that after all the "Yo-Yo-Yo's", Randy is the one that actually knows anything about what they are singing, knows contemporary arrangements, and knows what would sell or not. Simon's act, for the first time was getting old.

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IIf someone is mediocre, they are "True to themsleves" (which you should all think about the next time you type into your forum posts, "you have to be true to yourself" and remember, you're on the same page as Paula Abdul)

"To thine own self be true" from Shakespeare's Hamlet. This quote is followed by "and it must follow, as the night the day, Thou can not then be false to any man." What is being conveyed here is that unless we can be true to ourselves first, we cannot be true to others.

I will type this phrase again and again and again on our forum. I believe it. And hey, I don't mind being categorized as being on the "same page" as Paula Abdul. I happen to like the woman.

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"To thine own self be true" from Shakespeare's Hamlet. This quote is followed by "and it must follow, as the night the day, Thou can not then be false to any man." What is being conveyed here is that unless we can be true to ourselves first, we cannot be true to others.

I will type this phrase again and again and again on our forum. I believe it. And hey, I don't mind being categorized as being on the "same page" as Paula Abdul. I happen to like the woman.



Polonius' advice to Laertes is a classic Shakesperean oratory. In the context of a medicated incoherent 80's Pop star, is a bit of a stretch.

I've been partial to this part that preceds the other cliched quote. "Beware Of entrance to a quarrel but, being in, Bear't that th' opposed may beware of thee."

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Polonius' advice to Laertes is a classic Shakesperean oratory. In the context of a medicated incoherent 80's Pop star, is a bit of a stretch.

Nonetheless I still believe the phrase "Be true to yourself" communicates a positive, strong and supportive statement. I don't find it trite in the least.

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I've been partial to this part that preceds the other cliched quote. "Beware Of entrance to a quarrel but, being in, Bear't that th' opposed may beware of thee."

I like that. But this is better,

"Give every man thy ear, but few thy voice; Take each man's censure, but reserve thy judgment."

[AC]

OK..a few days later after the AI thread is hijacked by a Shakespearean-Paula Abdul fan (which the absurdity of linking both names seems almost theatrical in it's own way). I had a few days to put a thought into my head.

AI is by far the most popular TV phenomenon in many years. Over 30 million viewers investing 1 to 3 hours a week watching unknowns sing for 90 minutes once a week, then deciding which one will go on to become a "Star". Now they chose to finally get to the Lennon/McCartney songbook after many years, for whatever reasons and we listened to perhaps a new star sing Beatle songs.

Then I realize that even after selecting an "Idol", it means absolutely nothing as far as this person's saleability in the music business. The Beatles represent an act that sold near or close or over a billion songs/albums. Taylor Hicks sold about 200 CD's. Fantasia is a temporary lead role on Broadway. Kelly Clarkson is a teenage pop star. Do you actually think Kelly will have any relevance in about 5 years? Ruben Studdard is an opening act at best.

So you have these Idols and The Beatles. Nothing in common other than as many people watch, but don't invest their money.

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OK..a few days later after the AI thread is hijacked by a Shakespearean-Paula Abdul fan (which the absurdity of linking both names seems almost theatrical in it's own way). I had a few days to put a thought into my head. :D:D:D

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Then I realize that even after selecting an "Idol", it means absolutely nothing as far as this person's saleability in the music business. The Beatles represent an act that sold near or close or over a billion songs/albums. Taylor Hicks sold about 200 CD's. Fantasia is a temporary lead role on Broadway. Kelly Clarkson is a teenage pop star. Do you actually think Kelly will have any relevance in about 5 years? Ruben Studdard is an opening act at best.

So you have these Idols and The Beatles. Nothing in common other than as many people watch, but don't invest their money.

This is true for many of the other similar reality shows that claim to make these people stars. Look at the joke of American's Next Top Model - have you seen any of the winners on the runways or in Cover Girl ads? They never become "supermodels". They'd be luck to book a catalog shoot. Many of them have moved onto other careers after the novelty wore off.

[JohnNYC]

I think the jury's still out on whether or not Kelly will have relevance in a few years. She might surprise us all and have a long and successful career, just like Madonna, who was only a teen pop idol when she started way back when.

As for the other winners, I agree with your observations. But, I don't think it's an unexpected outcome. It's really just a talent contest when it comes down to it. We vote for the best of the 24 that the judges and producers pick. When we do so we're not necessarily saying that we think this person will become the next Tina Turner, Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, etc. We're just saying, this person is the best of the bunch and deserves to win the competition.

I know that's not what the show is supposed to be about, but I think in reality it is. And, taking that point of view, I thoroughly enjoy completely immersing myself in the show. :)

So...what about last night's performances?

David Cook - Awesome. Loved his rendition of Billy Jean.
David Archuleta - He needs to tell his father to stop picking his songs.
Syesha (sp) - Nice comeback.
Ramiele - She needs to go.

Unless I'm forgetting someone, i think the rest were simply good or mediocre. Carly is still my all around favorite.

[AC]

Starting from Best to Worst:

David Cook's rendition of Billie Jean was original and really good. I'd buy it as a record. I am starting to think this is the guy who should win because he is the most interesting. That will change when they make him sing country songs and Neil Diamond songs, which no one wants to buy anyway.

I love Seyesha...she can sing a parking ticket to me..she shouldn't win but I'm smitten. Nanny Brooke was mediocre. Irish tattoo girl was OK but the "Total eclipse of the heart" song was just as bad as when it was first recorded. Any song that has the lyric, "Once upon a time"...in it just hits the vomit button for me. Jason Castro should be in trouble, but Ramielle was so bad I can't imagine her staying. The Mormon boy is singing himself off the show with the awful song choices and arrangements. And i must be the only person who thinks "We are the champions" should be left at the stadiums or at Freddie Mercury tribute shows. I thought it was a total rip off, but the judges liked it. Who would buy that from him? The horse owner played the "USA" card with "God Bless the USA" and immunizes herself. I suggested that next week she sings "God Bless America" and the week after the National Anthem, because you can't get voted off. Chickesie is very likable, but won't win. He'll be around a few more weeks.

My guess is goodbuy to either Ramielle, Carly, or jason (who does look like a guy singing in the bus/train station).

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AC - great commentary although I did enjoy the We are the champions (something about his rocker voice) {sheepish grin here}

Absolutely loved the Billy Jean version - best performance for me of the night.

Funny, your comment about Kristy Lee Cook (the horse girl) - my husband said the same thing- she definitely bought herself time singing to middle America with that one - I can't imagine she will go this week - so unpatriotic.

I am actually looking forward to see what happens tonight.

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AC - great commentary although I did enjoy the We are the champions (something about his rocker voice) {sheepish grin here}

Absolutely loved the Billy Jean version - best performance for me of the night.

Funny, your comment about Kristy Lee Cook (the horse girl) - my husband said the same thing- she definitely bought herself time singing to middle America with that one - I can't imagine she will go this week - so unpatriotic.

I am actually looking forward to see what happens tonight.

If you cover Freddie Mercury, at least do an original arrangement. That's why David Cook (I didn't realize there were 2 Cook surnames) was so good. He took a Michael Jacksion song that we have heard about 10 million times and did it in a version that sounded new. I think this guy has a decent enough voice but has no musical chops to actually do anything original with it.

Kristy's best bet is to sing America The Beautiful next week, then something for Mother's day, something for Father's Day and she should stay bulletproof. Maybe sing Desperado and people will get the Seinfeld comatose feeling.

[fitfan]

Next week is Dolly Parton - GASP!!! Kristy should have no problem with that one but the others - yikes!!

[cfoam4me]

Oh please, no...tell me you jest!:o

[fitfan]

I wish I were kidding but I'm not. Ugh!!

[AC]

50 bucks says Kristy sings "9 to 5". It also means someone butchers "I Will Always Love You". And I!!!!!!!!!!...aye, aye aye.

Brooke will be the best one this week. I figured out Simon actually hates Carly in the English/Irish thing that goes on.

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I'm usually a huge Simon fan and I find him dead on in his evaluations, but he's starting to just go off on contestants he either likes or dislikes. Now they have a Dolly Parton theme last night and Dolly's written about 10 really well known pop songs and a lot of well known country songs, but if you're not a Dolly fan, you probably don't know the song, so you have to listen to the performance, and evaluate that, and not critique the composer, who the producers chose for them. Simon starts going off on them for "song choice" which is totally ridiculous. Over all, I actually thought the evening was pretty interesting.

Seyesha chose "I Will Always Love You" and if you scroll up, I predicted someone would blunder into that and she did. After being in the bottom 2 last week, I believe she will drop into the bottom 2 again. Dolly Parton did not write a song called "Please don't kill the puppies" so Kristy had to sing a real song which she did and will be back in the bottom 2 or 3 again.

I absolutely loved Carly's rendition of "Here You Come Again". Mormon Boy was very good. Dreadlocks was mediocre. Aussie Guy was much better. Nanny Brooke was very good at negotiating after she sang average. David Cook is still the best one. If I left anyone out, they are the third in the bottom 3.

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I'm usually a huge Simon fan and I find him dead on in his evaluations, but he's starting to just go off on contestants he either likes or dislikes. Now they have a Dolly Parton theme last night and Dolly's written about 10 really well known pop songs and a lot of well known country songs, but if you're not a Dolly fan, you probably don't know the song, so you have to listen to the performance, and evaluate that, and not critique the composer, who the producers chose for them. Simon starts going off on them for "song choice" which is totally ridiculous. Over all, I actually thought the evening was pretty interesting.

Seyesha chose "I Will Always Love You" and if you scroll up, I predicted someone would blunder into that and she did. After being in the bottom 2 last week, I believe she will drop into the bottom 2 again. Dolly Parton did not write a song called "Please don't kill the puppies" so Kristy had to sing a real song which she did and will be back in the bottom 2 or 3 again.

I absolutely loved Carly's rendition of "Here You Come Again". Mormon Boy was very good. Dreadlocks was mediocre. Aussie Guy was much better. Nanny Brooke was very good at negotiating after she sang average. David Cook is still the best one. If I left anyone out, they are the third in the bottom 3.

Agreed. I feared Dolly Night would be a mess but I actually enjoyed it, although Dolly herself has had a little too much work done. Jeez, just accept it and age gracefully!

I actually though the pretty black girl started out decently. I think she should have kept it low-key and not gone all-Whitney on it. Although I did agree with Simon over Carley's style, I don't understand why he's always under-impressed with her voice. Nanny & Dreads bore me, week after week.

Did you read David Cook was taken to the hospital after the show -- high blood pressure and palpitations? If you can believe what you read, he also calapsed before a previous show, stating he couldn't perform. Crazy, 'cuz he comes across so polished & assured when he's singing. And I do believe he may be the first contestant who may sell me a CD.

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I agree about Brook. I do still really like the sound of her voice and in the beginning I was pegging her as a possible winning contender. But not no 'mo. I get turned off by all of the weird facial expressions she makes. It's just not professional (say what you will but it ain't). The the dread locks guy--I was also totally unimpressed with Rapheala or whatever her name is (sp?) didn't move me much either. And the aussie guy--hot, yes, but I didn't feel much from his performance.

That Cook dude--he rulz.

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I agree about Brook. I do still really like the sound of her voice and in the beginning I was pegging her as a possible winning contender. But not no 'mo. I get turned off by all of the weird facial expressions she makes. It's just not professional (say what you will but it ain't). The the dread locks guy--I was also totally unimpressed with Rapheala or whatever her name is (sp?) didn't move me much either. And the aussie guy--hot, yes, but I didn't feel much from his performance.

That Cook dude--he rulz.

Oh, agreed...that Ramalala girl, not a fan.

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Oh, agreed...that Ramalala girl, not a fan.

hee hee hee!! Ramalala! LMAO! Reminds me of that crazy "Ramalama" song! :D

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hee hee hee!! Ramalala! LMAO! Reminds me of that crazy "Ramalama" song! :D

Whatever you want to call her, you can just call her gone.

There's really only 3 or 4 that can win now. David Cook (who they are making over every week right before our eyes), Aussie guy who is an average singer but has that accent that the girls go crazy for when he speaks, Mormon boy, who is turning into Melinda Dolittle (You really like me???!!!), and Carly, who must cover that hideous tattoo and stop showing the husband on camera (even though it's only for a second or 2 every week, I still cringe when he just appears). Simon will do his best to get her out based on the English/Irish vibe, but that girl does have talent.

Brooke actually seems to becoming a judge. Every week she talks more and more and even complimented Paula on her hair. Kristy is actually taunting Simon with her "I'm still here" attitude. Like I said, she will have a song next week called "Daddy, you never bought me a puppy" and will try to keep that vibe going in addition to removing clothing. She has run out of national anthems. Unfortunately Seyesha is just eye candy and I'm enjoying the cleavage, but if it's Dolly Parton week, you can't top the inventor of that method.

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...I'm enjoying the cleavage, but if it's Dolly Parton week, you can't top the inventor of that method.

Clever boy. Ever heard of too much of a good thang? :wink:

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I really like the sound of David A's voice but I think he's one-dimensional. Not necessarily a terrible thing -- know what you can do and do it well. However, he seems so socially inept. I don't think his "aw shucks" is put on. I think he is genuinely uncomfortable when he isn't singing. His performances are mature but once the music stops, he's so awkward; contrast to the young girl who won last year (blanking on her name, so what does that tell you?), who was polished through the entire process. He, otoh, turns on my mothering genes.

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hee hee hee!! Ramalala! LMAO! Reminds me of that crazy "Ramalama" song! :D
She was a karaoke queen. She pouted so much I felt like she was not very professional. I wanted her off since 2 weeks ago. She is definitely one that if you were to go up to her and say "I am a fan" she would have snubbed you. I just get that feeling from some even the girl from my back yard which I think she is definitely next to be hacked from the comp. Then it will be dread locks boy and then it gets harder to predict. I think in the end it will be against Irish Bad Dresser ( come on you know Simon's right)and Blood Pressure Boy. Everyone else falls to singing "In the End"
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. I think in the end it will be against Irish Bad Dresser ( come on you know Simon's right)M

LOL, so true. I was surprised Simon took it down a notch and told her he was just trying to be helpful with his wardrobe critique. Then he said he actually likes her -- another surprise, since he always seems to find something negative to say about her. I don't get it, the girl has a wonderful voice. Do you really think it could be the English/Irish thing? I have a hard time accepting that.

[like2bike]

Let us review the candidates who are left:

1. Nanny "Girl Next Door" Girl
2. Dread Lox Boy
3. Horse owner Ms. America Girl
4. Irish Tatoo-Bad-Dresser Girl
5. Blood Pressure Boy
6. Aussie Guy
7. Hot Black Chick that AC Loves Girl
8. Socially Inept Mormon Kid

Is that everyone?

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Let us review the candidates who are left:

1. Nanny "Girl Next Door" Girl
2. Dread Lox Boy
3. Horse owner Ms. America Girl
4. Irish Tatoo-Bad-Dresser Girl
5. Blood Pressure Boy
6. Aussie Guy
7. Hot Black Chick that AC Loves Girl
8. Socially Inept Mormon Kid

Is that everyone?


ROTHF...and of course we can do this because we're all so dang perfect! :D:D

[jsejt]

Let us review the candidates who are left:

1. Nanny "Girl Next Door" Girl
2. Dread Lox Boy
3. Horse owner Ms. America Girl
4. Irish Tatoo-Bad-Dresser Girl
5. Blood Pressure Boy
6. Aussie Guy
7. Hot Black Chick that AC Loves Girl
8. Socially Inept Mormon Kid

Is that everyone?

Ok I'm diggin her because A she has a beautiful voice but B if she gets voted off I want to hear her say, "This is figgin blarney!" Wouldn't that be classic TV?

[kszspin]

Let us review the candidates who are left:

1. Nanny "Girl Next Door" Girl
2. Dread Lox Boy
3. Horse owner Ms. America Girl
4. Irish Tatoo-Bad-Dresser Girl
5. Blood Pressure Boy
6. Aussie Guy
7. Hot Black Chick that AC Loves Girl
8. Socially Inept Mormon Kid

Is that everyone?

Lori, I thought you typed "Moron", and was wondering to myself, "why is she calling poor little David A. a moron??" :redface: Geesh, I'm getting so old I can't read my monitor!
btw...my son calls him "ladies man" ;)

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Lori, I thought you typed "Moron", and was wondering to myself, "why is she calling poor little David A. a moron??"

K-girl that hysterical! :D

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Lori, I thought you typed "Moron", and was wondering to myself, "why is she calling poor little David A. a moron??" :redface: Geesh, I'm getting so old I can't read my monitor!
btw...my son calls him "ladies man" ;)

See, you've been away too long, you're out of practice.

[AC]

ROTHF...and of course we can do this because we're all so dang perfect! :D:D

Did we enter a singing contest? Asking for my vote?

So if you do, you get some judging.

I'm seriously thinking of dropping $.99 on Itunes for Carly's version of the Dolly song. And does Dolly look like some kind of blonde Vampira?

[megale3]

Did we enter a singing contest? Asking for my vote?

So if you do, you get some judging.

I'm seriously thinking of dropping $.99 on Itunes for Carly's version of the Dolly song. And does Dolly look like some kind of blonde Vampira?
She had more spandex on then at a Motley Crue concert. I am so waiting for my home town girl to get whacked like Tonia Harding was there. Then we can get on with the real stuff when they start not liking each other much. What was up with that tear fest and the over indulgent hug that was going on?:roll:

[AC]

The show itself was totally boring. Not one performance was very interesting. I am of the opinion that Kristy actually has the necessary ingrediants to be a star. Nice looking face...tall...blonde..no real singing ability...so she should sell CD's immediately. I'd hire her to seat people at an IHOP, but there she is on TV. And the Aussie guy is not that good. He won't sell squat to anyone, like Taylor Hicks and Ruben.

Simon was totally on target with every criticism and Randy was pretty close, but he called Jason singing "Somewhere over the rainbow", "Smokin' Hot!!...yeah...yeah...yeah". Huh?

And now for Paula. WTF drug was it this week? She could not sit, listen, or any action that an adult might need to do in front of a group of people. Simon actually had to tell her to calm down. When Randy or Simon comment, she starts moaning before they even finish. When she speaks, they wait for her to finish. It's now to a point of whatever she actually says is completely irrelevant to what actually happened 60 seconds ago. Last night she just looked and sounded like a dressed up crystal meth case. I TiVo out her comments now.

They could vote any one of 3 off this week. Carly stunk. Seyesha was really mediocre. Kristy is always a threat to go and for G-d's sake, this week already. I'd say Nanny Brook could go.

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Last night she just looked and sounded like a dressed up crystal meth case. I TiVo out her comments now.

Although I happen to like Paula, last night I couldn't get past how "stressed" her bald guys looked. Holy cow how the heck did she zip that dress up without those bad boys popping out?

I'd say Nanny Brook could go.

Her facial contortions last night did it for me. Color her gone.

[megale3]

What was up with that? I think that this years Idol's should be called Idolescents!:mad:

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Mr. P is away for the week, so we've fired up the DVR. However, I had it on while doing other things and no one caught my attention and made me turn towards the TV. Even my favorites passed without notice. And with such a broad theme, how could they all come up with such boring choices?

[fitfan]

Let us review the candidates who are left:

1. Nanny "Girl Next Door" Girl
2. Dread Lox Boy
3. Horse owner Ms. America Girl
4. Irish Tatoo-Bad-Dresser Girl
5. Blood Pressure Boy
6. Aussie Guy
7. Hot Black Chick that AC Loves Girl
8. Socially Inept Mormon Kid

Is that everyone?

Love your descriptions of the remaining contestants - "Socially inept Mormon kid" LOL!! I agree about David A. He is so "doufus" like it gets on my nerves. If it's a popularity contest, then he will win but if it's a talent contest than David C should win. And don't get me started on Dread Lox boy - hated him from the start and the Yuklelale (sp) version of Over the Rainbow - I felt like I was at a Don Ho concert (not that I ever went to one but you know what I mean). My sis and I wanted to gag!! What was with Randy this week? He was a little pissy!

Did anyone see Robin Williams on Idol Gives Back - he was funny! Loved the Russian Idol Name "Ivan Yakinov" (say it slowly and phonetically). Gotta love him!!

[fitfan]

WTF - Michael Johns sent home and Sayesha and dreadlock boy are safe! WTF!!!! How is that possible? Dreadlock boy is horrendous every week (that bit with the uke was comical) and Sayesha has a nice voice but come on - they always say she doesn't connect with the audience. This is all a set up so that David A (mormon boy) can win. Get rid of the last of the good singers and then you have the mediocre or horrible ones and David A shines. It's a conspiracy :).

My sis and I have vowed after last night's elim (we both loved aussie boy) that we aren't watching the rest of the season!!

[like2bike]

WTF to the 10th power! Nanny "Girl Next Door" is still with us???? I mean COME ON! http://innercycling.com/f/images/icons/icon13.gif

[AC]

I was actually pleased to see him go. He dressed like Tom Jones and sang like a Freddie Mercury wannabe. I can see all the 40 yr old Mommies depressed when he was canned. He was a non-marketable singer like Taylor Hicks. You won't boo him off the stage, but you won't buy anything he records. This guy was a failure of packaging and marketing. Also a very average singer.

We still have Kristy around because of the VFTW block that has adopted her. Brooke sounds like she thinks she is staying on the show no matter if she's voted off. Her banter each week is like someone who is saying, "Thanks for the criticism, I'll do it better next week", like she's has a ticket to the connecting show next week. Getting very annoying and needs to be sent away, but Kristy is so bad, it's into ruination mode. Any of the others could win, but Dreadlock boy is morphing into Dreadlock girl.

When is the swimsuit competition?

[like2bike]

but Dreadlock boy is morphing into Dreadlock girl.

When is the swimsuit competition?

SPEW!!!!!

[megale3]

of the others could win, but Dreadlock boy is morphing into Dreadlock girl.

When is the swimsuit competition?

OK this I agree with. I was surprised that Irish tattooed bad dresser girl was in the bottom three. She is still along with High blood pressure boy the top of the gang in my not so humble opinion :D
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[AC]

OK this I agree with. I was surprised that Irish tattooed bad dresser girl was in the bottom three. She is still along with High blood pressure boy the top of the gang in my not so humble opinion :D
M

When they show Mr. Tattoo after she sings, I always gasp like it's a scene from a horror movie. She is one of 2 most likely to actually sell recordings of everyone left (D.Cook the other). But...and a huge but, they have got to do a makeover of her clothes and cover that ink on her shoulder because I only need to focus on 1 face when the singer sings.

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When they show Mr. Tattoo after she sings, I always gasp like it's a scene from a horror movie. She is one of 2 most likely to actually sell recordings of everyone left (D.Cook the other). But...and a huge but, they have got to do a makeover of her clothes and cover that ink on her shoulder because I only need to focus on 1 face when the singer sings.
True that Dog! Most right now have the faces of back up singers or auditions of voice overs for what is left of Villy Minelly

[Pink]

Who is voting for Nanny? She's so milk-toast. She can't be appealing to the teenyboppers, so who the heck is voting for her?

I didn't love Aussie guy but I'm still surprised he was eliminated so soon. I figured he had a few more weeks left.

And Dreads is so pretty, he could take the bathingsuit competition.

[AC]

The 2008 Idol winner will be a guy named David. The rest of them are playing for exposure, and Brooke is playing for a judge opening.

I realized after watching that show, that in all the thousands of downloads, hundreds of CD's either free or paying, I don't own anything by Mariah Carey. After watching Idol, I think I'll be saving my time/money for another few years.

[like2bike]

Ix-neigh on the Anny-Nay.

[AC]

The good news is Kristy is finally gone. The better news is Brooke was next to her in the on deck circle.

Expect Seyesha to play the cleavage card next week. It's her only chance now.

[fitfan]

Ugh - Kristy Lee Cook was on Regis & Kelly this morning and sang! I had to hit the mute key!

[cfoam4me]

Me too...:rolleyes:

[fitfan]

Tomorrow night is Andrew Lloyd Webber night on AI. Next week is Neil Diamond. Should be an interesting couple of weeks.

[like2bike]

2 Words: DAVID. COOK. Holy shmoleee....

[jsejt]

2 Words: DAVID. COOK. Holy shmoleee....

He's my favorite too. Brooke is going bye bye......

[NJspin]

And to think I missed AI once again last night because I was reading IC and laughing too much at the white and black of it all.

[AC]

I now will call Brooke the "TiVo Nanny". Since when does a singer rewind? Then start tearing up along the way? You got a week to learn a song. You have one of the foremost composers in the world (A.L. Webber) helping you with the arrangement of a song written for Madonna in a very popular movie that you could go to Blockbuster and get a DVD to watch, or listen on your IPod. That's your job that week....sing 1 song. Save the drama for yo Momma.

Dreadlock Boy chooses a song for a 50 year old woman to sing, which may be Brooke's best bet. He was awful. The others were pretty good. I still think either of the David's will win. Seyesha will be an actress or B'way performer and good for her. They really are unfair to the Irish girl.

Either TiVo blonde or Dreadlock girl must go.

[cfoam4me]

Can't Tivo & Dreds go this week?! They were so bad and even Paula wasn't her syrupy stoned self about Tivo's screw up.

[Pink]

I missed Nanny's snafu, but dreds was a trainwreck.

[AC]

I was trolling ITunes a while just now and decided to give a listen to David Cook's studio versions of his performances and I must say...This guy is money. He really sounds great. I can't imagine him not getting into the finals.

[Pink]

:confused::confused::confused::confused:

[AC]

Well...VFTW has made Brooke the poster child, and it's pretty funny. Screw up the song, cry about it, apologize and chat with the judges. I'm so disappointed they dismissed Carly before the other 2. Since at this point except for the Davids, the others will just be a popularity attrition so at any order they go, it's just a week to week issue. Seyesha does not have the pipes to compete so she could go any time, but she'll be on Broadway or a sitcom. Brooke should end up in a High School as a music teacher (which is admirable and more suited than ending up on an album cover). Jason Castro will be doing gay porn or in a Amsterdam night club.

I'm starting to think there might be another Daughtry mistake and for some unknown reason, David Cook exits early.

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Well...VFTW has made Brooke the poster child, and it's pretty funny. Screw up the song, cry about it, apologize and chat with the judges. I'm so disappointed they dismissed Carly before the other 2. Since at this point except for the Davids, the others will just be a popularity attrition so at any order they go, it's just a week to week issue. Seyesha does not have the pipes to compete so she could go any time, but she'll be on Broadway or a sitcom. Brooke should end up in a High School as a music teacher (which is admirable and more suited than ending up on an album cover). Jason Castro will be doing gay porn or in a Amsterdam night club.

I'm starting to think there might be another Daughtry mistake and for some unknown reason, David Cook exits early.
Remember the teenager element is voting and its all about the look for them. Isn't that the reason that Brittany Spears made it? I don't think that she can sing without special effects added to her voice.
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I'm starting to think there might be another Daughtry mistake and for some unknown reason, David Cook exits early.

Well, after last night, I do believe anything is possible. I just don't see why Brooke is still in it. Jason is wooing all the tweeny boppers with his cuteness. But Brooke? You can't tell me that there are teens out there wanting to emulate her. The power of tears? OK, I guess it happens...;)

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You can't tell me that there are teens out there wanting to emulate her.
I don't think those teen-aged boys with the cell phones want to emulate her or are they calling it something different these days?:cool: in that case I want to emulate Heather Locklear or Gabi ummmmmmm yeah:redface:

[Pink]

ok, meggie, that one broke me up!

[fitfan]

Another week of AI has passed and was it just me or was it one of the most boring weeks we've had so far? Dreadlocks was hideous, Nanny is gone and was horrible and Sayesha has a career on Broadway. My sis said that DA has a child's voice and needs to grow up - she can't stand him and neither can I. DC was good but since I didn't know either of the songs couldn't really judge.

Next week, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame week - should be an interesting week. Maybe we'll finally see the end of Dreadlocks!! DC will rock the house and not to sure DA will pull it off.

[AC]

Another week of AI has passed and was it just me or was it one of the most boring weeks we've had so far? Dreadlocks was hideous, Nanny is gone and was horrible and Sayesha has a career on Broadway. My sis said that DA has a child's voice and needs to grow up - she can't stand him and neither can I. DC was good but since I didn't know either of the songs couldn't really judge.

Next week, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame week - should be an interesting week. Maybe we'll finally see the end of Dreadlocks!! DC will rock the house and not to sure DA will pull it off.

This was a very interesting week for Idol, but not from the performance standpoint. We had the "Paula The Soothsayer" episode which brings in another aspect of the show in general. Do the judges base their comments on the rehersals or are they actually watching the singing as it happens? Do they approach the live show open minded or are they ready to comment before the actual song is sung? Why does "song selection" matter so much if you don't know what's going to be sung when it happens?

Secondly as I read comments on the web, one interesting factoid was presented. In this season, there has been only 1 song sung by a contestant that was written this century. Everything else is Y19K. Ratings are also down this year.

So, you have a few things interesting about the show itself. As far as the performances, after watching them and seeing Brooke finally booted, I'm satisfied. I'm not a Neal Diamond person...never was. I think he's boring and the songs are boring and having people under 22 singing them doesn't make it any better.

I am now worried that Jason, the complete slacker, will stay in because he's just too pretty for words. He stinks.

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In this season, there has been only 1 song sung by a contestant that was written this century. Everything else is Y19K.
I think its got something to do with song rights and since Itunes is part of the show (who knows by what leverage) its a good bet that the songs/artist that are used are not down loaded a lot and need the boost or are not going to hurt the profitability of latest cut stuff?
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I learned something this week -- not only don't I like Neil Diamond, I don't like any of his music either. I had fully expected to dislike Dolly week because I not a country fan, but I was pleasantly surprised. I liked a lot of the music when it was de-countryfied. Not so with Neil -- ugh. There's so many new & interesting artists emerging, why keep digging up these dinosaurs?

Jason is terrible. He hasn't even pulled off the soulful troubadour sound for weeks. Although Brooke needed to go, I felt badly for her. And I agree, I am disappointed to think that the judges are not hearing the performances one-off, as we are. Maybe that's why they often appear to be hearing something totally different than me...they have a pre-conceived opinion based on a previous listen.

I will also say, for the first time ever, I went to Itunes a bought some Idol tracks. The Davids.

[NJspin]

Sweet Caroline.. Dunt dunt dunt...

[like2bike]

http://apnews.myway.com/article/20080510/D90INQO80.html

[jsejt]

http://apnews.myway.com/article/20080510/D90INQO80.html

Sounds like a typical "backstage" parent and would make a really good/sad reality show. A&E should pick it up. That kid seems so sweet too.

[fitfan]

Sounds like a typical "backstage" parent and would make a really good/sad reality show. A&E should pick it up. That kid seems so sweet too.

The article put the date of the season finale as Jan. 20-21 - uh! Aren't we into May already! Anyhoo, JC (dreadlocks) was on Regis and Kelly this morning and sang and played his ukelele - I hit mute immediately. Ugh!!

[like2bike]

Anyhoo, JC (dreadlocks) was on Regis and Kelly this morning and sang and played his ukelele -

I just puked in my circular file.

[AC]

Okey dokey...into the finals we go. Seyesha was really pleasant to watch and will probably have a pretty good show business career.

Jason Castro will be the idol of many stoners for at least 6 months. He always made singing look effortless because he was actually putting no effort into his performances.

David vs. David. I hope we get DC as the winner rather than DA. Even though he is 17, DA looks like a total child. Remember, Jordan Sparks was 17 and acted like a decent maturing young woman. This boy looks like a 17 yr old going on 14. He and the Daddy thing are creeping almost everyone out except for 14 yr old girls. But the 14 yr old girls do all the voting, so who knows?

DC should win and can sell some music. DA might win and flame out pretty quick. Idol has been losing viewers every week because the show's entertainment choices are squing older and younger is what watches. We're looking at a time now that the shows audience starts to decline and the demise is probably 2 or 3 years away. I'm amazed because it hypnotisizes me every year, but by now, I get weary of the contestants. It was too predictable that the 2 guys would end up like this and the results shows every week became tedious. I actually think new judges would be a good idea.

[like2bike]

Cook is clearly the most talented, IMHO. And I agree, one or two more years of idol and then call it a day. That shark is swimming mighty close by...

[fitfan]

Cook is clearly the most talented, IMHO. And I agree, one or two more years of idol and then call it a day. That shark is swimming mighty close by...

I totally agree that Cook is the most talented but if the fans are 14 year old girls, then DA will win because he's popular, not talented and that's a shame. But either way, DC will have a great career and DA will have fizzled out (Taylor Hicks anyone?).

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DA puzzles me. He is sooooo young (like AC says, not as much in years as in maturity) but he sings like an old man. No matter next week's outcome, I do think that DC has a career in front of him.

Here's my question about the voting process....I tried to vote for DC this week and I couldn't get through. Off and on -- the entire 2 hours, never once getting through. Now, I imagine the same was going on for DA. If that is the case -- where the phone banks are handling as much as they can in the allotted time -- how does one win? Does it become a matter of how quickly people dial? Know what I'm trying to say? IOW, voting is limited to the ability of the system to handle the volume. I doubt that there is any time in the voting time that phones are sitting idle. Make sense?

[AC]

Just an an FYI, I am currently doing DA impressions in my classes for cool down and stretching. I close my eyes and cue in a goofy high voice. It's irresistable. I pretty much have him down. ("Deltoid stretch OK Dad?")

My 6AMers are all AI fans. 2 women are huge Claymates.

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Just an an FYI, I am currently doing DA impressions in my classes for cool down and stretching. I close my eyes and cue in a goofy high voice. It's irresistable. I pretty much have him down. ("Deltoid stretch OK Dad?")

My 6AMers are all AI fans. 2 women are huge Claymates.

You are so bad.:D

Another question, why did Cookie have that comb-over? I thought he was bald, but he doesn't appear to be. Where did he hear that was a good look?

[Cheeze]

In my opinion - the best of the three got voted off last 05/14 night!

[like2bike]

why did Cookie have that comb-over?

tap tap tap...Is this thing on? Ahem....(drum roll)......

Ladies and Gentlemen, we have a new term amoung us... THE COOKIE COMB-OVER.

It's the look of the 2000s. You think you're bald. Then you magically get hair. Then you gel, sleep on it, wake up, shake your head a few times, and viola! IT'S THE COOKIE COMB-OVER! GET....IT....NOW..WHILE...IT'S>>>>>>>HOT!!!!!!!! :D

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tap tap tap...Is this thing on? Ahem....(drum roll)......

Ladies and Gentlemen, we have a new term amoung us... THE COOKIE COMB-OVER.

It's the look of the 2000s. You think you're bald. Then you magically get hair. Then you gel, sleep on it, wake up, shake your head a few times, and viola! IT'S THE COOKIE COMB-OVER! GET....IT....NOW..WHILE...IT'S>>>>>>>HOT!!!!!!!! :D

:D:D:D

[AC]

In my opinion - the best of the three got voted off last 05/14 night!

No way PS is watching AI.:confused:

[fitfan]

YEAH!!!!!!! The viewers went for talent instead of popularity and the real superstar won. I'm so thrilled. David Cook is great and deserves to win.

[cfoam4me]

Pinkster, David Cook won, wahoo!!!!!! However, I spewed my Merlot when Mike Myers called Ryan Seacrest "cfoam!";)

[Pink]

Pinkster, David Cook won, wahoo!!!!!! However, I spewed my Merlot when Mike Myers called Ryan Seacrest "cfoam!";)

I am officially David Cook's oldest groupie! I am totally enamoured with him. And, LOL, I almost fell off my chair at the Cfoam comment!

[AC]

Well..I'm totally shocked and I could have made $400. I'm out to dinner at a nice restaurant in Jacksonville, FL and at 9:50PM, 3/4's of the place adjourns into the TV bar to watch the last 10 minutes of AI. There are DA and DC fans and the wagering starts at DC getting 2:1 odds. I wimped out. I thought that Simon's bashing at the end and him annointing DA at the end would have sealed it. I need to trust my instincts more.

Bravo America. I'm buying a DC song by the end of the week. Now that we got the right Idol, lets also get the President right also!!

Now if I can only get Syesha into one of my classes.:grin:

And congratulations to all the Innercycling AI fans for staying with it all season. The over/under for AI is 2012.

[jsejt]

Like the rest of ya'll I thought for sure DA was gonna win. I was shocked/glad when DC won. The real winner!!!!

[fitfan]

Pinkster, David Cook won, wahoo!!!!!! However, I spewed my Merlot when Mike Myers called Ryan Seacrest "cfoam!";)

Sorry I missed that! How great was David C. with ZZ top - he looked like he was having so much fun and totally rocked it!!

[like2bike]

My faith in mankind has been restored. ;)

[NJspin]

It will only be a PATH ride across the river once she is on Broadway.. just give her a few months. Now if I can only get Syesha into one of my classes.:grin:

[sandy]

That was a great show last night. All my kind of music, with great guests. The Pips had me cracking up. I love Jack Black. I'm happy with the results, but I agreed with Simon, it didn't matter who won, they both are great!

[kszspin]

Yea! Finally a real talent wins AI.
I downloaded "Hello", "Billie Jean" and "Hungry like the Wolf" last night before they pulled them off. I love "Hello", it's my fav of his.
My son and I were jumping for joy last night. Could of bet that DA was going to win with the comments Simon gave to DC, but I think the real DC fans went into overdrive on the phones to save him!