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4/4: Take me home, Idol road
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Kenny Rogers was aboard to coach, Paula was surprisingly tough and oddly, Whoopi Goldberg and Chris Rock were in the audience. And Simon got to joke about Ryan’s date with Teri Hatcher: “I’m not trying to look like someone out of ‘Desperate Housewives!’ “
We had some surprisingly robust performances by Chris and Katharine, who moved up a few notches after almost losing last week. Ace, another frequent bottom dweller, did well enough to stay alive. Mandisa and Paris didn’t bring it. And Taylor definitely disappointed. But he’s probably still safe.
(Theme next week, according to idolonfox.com is Queen! Thank you bloggers for finding that out. You’re making my job easy! :) )
The bottom three? I’m guessing Paris, Mandisa and Bucky. Who will go home? I think Paris might be in trouble this week but maybe the Bucky fans will assume he’s safe tonight and he’ll finally get the boot. My prediction: Bucky will go home by a spur, ironically on country night. I’m taking the complacency theory. I noted this before I checked dialidol.com, which currently has Paris, Mandisa and Elliott at the bottom with Mandisa going home. Bucky is ranked No. 5 out of 9. He’s just outside the supposed margin of error to be in the bottom three. Dialidol hasn’t been correct the past couple of weeks but it does show the enduring powers of Kellie, Taylor and Chris and the improvement in Katharine’s voting patterns this week. Voting is still going on the West Coast and that might change things a bit. I’ll check in the morning.
Chris Daughtry (Keith Urban’s “Making Memories of Us”) — He’s going for one of Keith Urban’s best songs ever. His voice is a bit darker than Keith’s but that helps the song, which is full of wistfulness. Rock on Chris! Randy: “Every week, we hear you do the rocker thing. It was good for you to change it up. I really enjoyed it.” Paula: “You showed versatility and still stayed true to who you are.” Simon: “It was great to see a different side of you. The two weeks, you as contestants have chosen boring uninteresting songs and the audience at home deserves better than that.” Simon always hated country. Who cares!
Katharine McPhee (Faith Hill’s “Bringing Out the Elvis”) — She opted for sultry over pure country and it’s a wonderful fit. She’s showing confidence and a dose of sexiness. And she actually picked a passable outfit, too. Randy: “Kind of bluesy country. I liked it. You sang it very nice.” Paula: “That is your style, your niche. Sexy, hot, cool.” Simon: “That song was so peculiar.” “You just don’t like country,” Katharine says, rightfully so.
Kellie PIckler (Reba McEntire’s “Fancy”) — She actually sounds a lot like Reba on this one. She does a far better job with this than Sara Evans last week. And she ends it with an exclamation point. Her best in awhile. Randy: “Finally, you’re in your element. I thought it was great.” Paula: “This is a great night for you.” Simon: “It’d be a shocker if you didn’t do well tonight. I hated the song personally but I thought your performance is very good.”
Elliott Yamin (Garth Brooks’ “If Tomorrow Comes”) This certainly doesn’t sound very country the way Elliott approaches it. Again, he places his souful spin on a tune and it’s quite heartfelt. Randy: “Right now, I’m sitting here. I love this song. Finally, the competition has started. That was hot!” Paula: “You are such a breath of fresh air to this business. You are humble. You are understated. You know you’re great, but you have that careless, reckless abandon.” Simon: “I thought it was a good song choice. It wasn’t a great vocal. It was a bit hesitant, like you were nervous. I didn’t feel that same confidence. You’ll have to do better than that in the future.”
Ace Young (Keith Urban “Tonight I Wanna Cry”) I’m a huge Keith Urban fan and he is tough to sing. But this song is a great fit for Ace’s voice. Sure, since it’s Ace, it’s a much wimpier version of the ballad. He’s a bit unsteady at points but for Ace, one of his better performances. Randy: “These are hard songs to bring personalities to. It was nice, but really boring for me. Good thing. At least at the end you showed your falsetto.” Paula: “I think Ace you have a knack for picking up a song for your voice. That’s who you are, a contemporary nice take on the song.” Simon: “I think the last couple of weeks, you haven’t chosen the right songs. Tonight, you did. Very good.”
Bucky Covington (Gary Allen’s “Best I Ever Had’) - Pop fans might remember Vertical Horizon’s version a few years ago so it’s not that unfamiliar. He’s so ordinary in a bar band way. It’s not memorable but he’s comfortable. Randy: “It was alright. Started a little out of tune, then you got it out of your tune. Good song choice for you.” Paula: “This is your element. Wear that hat proud.” Simon: “It sounded okay to me.”
Mandisa (Shania Twain’s “Any Man of Mine”) - Definitely won’t be a karaoke version. She didn’t forget the lyrics. It was good but not great. It didn’t quite work. Randy: “Weird song choice for me. The beginning wasn’t hot for me. You were finding your lower range and it wasn’t quite connecting. The good thing is the last four bars, you got it together and showed some personality.” Paula: “You can sing the phone book. The song, I don’t know.” Simon: “I thought the song is horrible. [Why is it I get booed for being constructive?] It was fun. It was cutesy. I liked the four seconds afterwards.”
Taylor Hicks (John Denver’s “Take Me Home, Country Road”) — It’s a pleasurable, kind of kitschy, light song for Taylor. He works it out okay. Still kind of on cruise control. Randy: “It was probably a pretty good choice for you. The vocal wasn’t all that exciting. I didn’t see you exude your personality.” Paula: “I feel like you are so full of life. The song choice didn’t allow you to shine.” Simon: “I thought it was safe, boring, lazy. It sounded like you chose that song 10 seconds ago. Didn’t do anything for you.” Agreed.
Paris Bennett (LeAnn Rimes “How Do I Live”) Yawn. I hate this song. What a bore. And Paris doesn’t improve upon LeAnn’s version. She starts surprisingly weak. She gets better on the chorus but this song is such a stillborn, I don’t think Aretha Franklin could save it. Randy: “I could tell this was a tough song for you to do. People might htink country might be easy. Great melodies are hard to sing… just alright for me tonight.” Paula: “You have a powerhouse voice. I don’t feel you connected with the song. And you struggled to find that place where you own the stage like you always do week after week.” (Paula gets booed!) Simon: “I disagree with Paula. [In a first!!]. I thought it was very good, an excellent choice of song. Reminded me of early Dionne Warwick.” Where did that come from???
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By Martha
April 4, 2006 09:16 PM | Link to this
Hey Young’uns! “Fancy” was written and performed first by the great Bobbie Gentry!:)Reba is a Fancy come lately, so to speak…
By Mike S
April 4, 2006 09:17 PM | Link to this
Wow rodney, we apparently watched a totally different show tonight.
Kellie - Her best performance of the year. She just cemented her spot for a few more weeks.
Chris - Wonderful ballad. Just what he needed.
Bucky - he nailed this song. his best week yet this year.
Eliot - Another amazing vocal, I just hope the song connected for others as it did for me. This was played at my wedding so the song has special meaning.
Paris - Finally The Paris from the auditions is back. Showed off her voice and lower register. Good job.
Mandisa - Good fun song. Nice to see her change it up a little. but, it was just A’ight.
Taylor - taylor taylor taylor. John Denver? bad song choice dude. you did nothing but mail it in this week.
Katherine - She is beautiful and has a wonderful voice, but this song just did connect. Could not understand half of what she was singing. Did not like it at all. Remember i called her out last week when everyone was raving about how great she did —she WILL be bottom 3 again. bank it.
9 Ace - Started out great, thought “oh god he saved himself” — then the bad notes started, followed by the nasal whine and the ear bleeding falsetto at the end. Book him a ticket home Dano.
Bottom 3 - Katherine, Ace and WIDE OPEN. Could be mandisa, could be a wake up call for taylor, could be Eliot, and possibly Paris.
Ace is most definately gone.
By Mike S
April 4, 2006 09:18 PM | Link to this
BTW the insider info I posted earlier today from IdolonFox website was correct on the song choices this week.
By Mitch
April 4, 2006 09:18 PM | Link to this
Very good night.
Kelly brought it home with Fancy
Then Chris, Elliott, Bucky, Katherine, Paris, Mandisa, Taylor & Bye Bye Ace
Now, just 40 minutes til Nashville Star!!!
By Dawn
April 4, 2006 09:18 PM | Link to this
I guess it’s just me but I thought Paris did really well!!!
By Martha
April 4, 2006 09:20 PM | Link to this
And it’s time to pack up cuz the party’s over for Hicks!!! There’s no need to watch the bridges as there burnin’—for the good times…
By Mike S
April 4, 2006 09:21 PM | Link to this
Thank You Mitch, at least someone was hearing the same show I heard. You have kat higher than me. It may have been the song for me, I couldn’t stand it.
Kellie dominated tonight though without a doubt.
By Mike
April 4, 2006 09:25 PM | Link to this
Caught the last 10 minutes of it. Bucky was solid. His best performance yet!
By Mitch
April 4, 2006 09:27 PM | Link to this
Overall it was a great night. I was really hoping that Paris would have sung “Cowboy Take Me Away” that she sang in the audtions.
By keep it real
April 4, 2006 09:27 PM | Link to this
Thanks Rodney Cho-Chung for letting AtL know how you really feel about Paris.
BTW- She was the best singing female singer tonight. Go Paris/Katharine!
By Mitch
April 4, 2006 09:27 PM | Link to this
wow
By Mike S
April 4, 2006 09:28 PM | Link to this
30 minutes until Nashville Star. Go Chris Young!
By Mitch
April 4, 2006 09:30 PM | Link to this
That show is going to be GREAT tonight. Sara Evans singing and Naomi Judd guest judge.
By Judge4u2
April 4, 2006 09:30 PM | Link to this
For the first time tonight, Paris was my favorite. I think Chris was good, as well as Katherine, Bucky and Elliott. However, Mandisa was just not good (saying with pain), Taylor was not good, I don’t like his song choice, but Ace needs to go home now……
By Jim J
April 4, 2006 09:31 PM | Link to this
Rodney Ho, did you even watch the show???? You are not in tune with the bloggers on this site. Mike and Mitch, I’m with you on most of the show. I thought Taylor and Mandisa were really bad. After the first two, I thought everybody else did okay. As much as I hate to say it, I thought (L)ace actually did fair. At least he had enough sense to match up with a contemporary Keith Urban song. My rundown:
Chris — Great job. Katherine — Hot Hot Hot Kellie — Kuntry at it’s best Elliot — Stepped up at the right time Paris — She toned down a little Bucky — Fair vocals; smart song choice (L)ace — God I hoped he would choke Taylor — Just a stupid song choice Mandisa — My ears were hurting. Bad
By Deirdre
April 4, 2006 09:31 PM | Link to this
Paris has a great voice but it did not work with that song. Remember Carmen Something from a couple of seasons ago? She did a much better version of Paris’ song and doesn’t have as good a voice.
By Mitch
April 4, 2006 09:34 PM | Link to this
Carmen Rasmusen is who you are referring to Deirdre. I referred to her as goat girl when she was on the show. She has released a couple singles available on iTunes that were really good. I wish Mandisa had picked a better song and not worn that sleevless top. I still say she should have picked a Wynonna song.
By Mike S
April 4, 2006 09:34 PM | Link to this
Been checking some other sites Jim, and everyone pretty much agrees with us. I think Rodney went partying with paula before the show LOL.
Katherine seems to be the dicotomy tonight. I am seeing 50/50 on all the forums and blogs — people either loved her or hated her. There is pretty much a concensus on everyone else.
Glad you like Kat, but i just didn’t connect with her tonight.
I do think Chris just punched his ticket to the finals though - That was awesome.
By Greg B
April 4, 2006 09:35 PM | Link to this
I am a big Taylor Hicks fan, but tonight he was bad. I did not like his song choice and his performance was too strained and highly pitched. I hate to say it, but he should be in bottom 3 based on performance. He should; however, have enough of the “Soul Patrol” fan base to carry him thru this week. I do not care for Ace. He did ok, but I think he’s in bottom 3. Katharine did ok and looked good, but I think she’s in bottom 3 again. Bucky, sorry, dude, but you have to go. Bucky could have done a Travis Tritt song to liven the crowd, but he chose a pitchy slow song. Bottom 3 again, and out the door for Bucky.
By Mitch
April 4, 2006 09:36 PM | Link to this
Mike, what is the website for the availability percentages?
By Mike S
April 4, 2006 09:36 PM | Link to this
Dialidol.com
By Deirdre
April 4, 2006 09:37 PM | Link to this
Jim J, I’m confused, honey, you called Rodney out for not agreeing with most of the bloggers then agreed with him on almost everything. Don’t get me wrong…I mostly agree with Rodney as well. Chris, great…Kat, great…Kellie,good…the rest were ok except for Bucky, Taylor and Paris.
By red gal
April 4, 2006 09:37 PM | Link to this
Paris seemed sad. Maybe she heard about some of our blogs. Or maybe there are problems in the home. Her mother and grandmother were sitting apart in the audience.
By red gal
April 4, 2006 09:39 PM | Link to this
If there were no sound I would have thought Taylor was begging or pleading for something.
By Jim J
April 4, 2006 09:40 PM | Link to this
Is it just me or do the judges and Seacrest seem to be trying to steal the attention from the stage? They really got on my nerves tonight. Simon obviously hate country music. I wish the Country labels and singers would just not do the show anymore. I think the producers need to reel in Randy, Paula, and Seacrest. Simon, I can deal with after country night is over.
By Jim J
April 4, 2006 09:43 PM | Link to this
D, the only thing I really agreed with Ho on was that Mandisa should be in the bottom three. I thought Paris did a good job. And I don’t think Bucky will go home tonight.
By red gal
April 4, 2006 09:43 PM | Link to this
I agree with you Jim J. They’re getting ridicules with all those dumb comments awkward moments.
By Mitch
April 4, 2006 09:44 PM | Link to this
Jim, with the success country music has had with Carrie Underwood & Josh Gracin, I think they just overlook Simon.
By drdawg
April 4, 2006 09:44 PM | Link to this
Mandisa’s worst night, Taylor was very boring but lots of people are tired of his smiley swaying, this has got to be the end of Bucky. He can’t even buy a good cowboy hat. Taylor is the fraternity guy who gets up toward the end of the party and sings and all the guys like it because they have each had 8 Budweisers. The top girls will be Katherine and Kellie, and all the guys are toast. Katherine will win. The next American Idol will be a girl.
By Jim J
April 4, 2006 09:46 PM | Link to this
I hope so, Mitch. Oh well, time to get some Chex mix and a glass of tea for Nashville Star. Gonna be a great show……I bet the site will be live tomorrow, gang. See you then.
By drdawg
April 4, 2006 09:48 PM | Link to this
Once again, the theme idea is just unfair. If you want to pick the “American Athlete” would you have golf one week, then football, then basketball, then ice skating? Just let these kids do what they want, and let America decide.
By Mitch
April 4, 2006 09:48 PM | Link to this
Have a good night Jim. i will see ya tomorrow on here.
By red gal
April 4, 2006 09:51 PM | Link to this
The next American Idol will be a girl.
What’s your take on Chris drdawg?
By Mitch
April 4, 2006 09:53 PM | Link to this
that is the style of cowboy hat now. The last time I was in Nashville, that was about all you could see.
By drdawg
April 4, 2006 09:57 PM | Link to this
Chris is very talented but will not win.
Now, one more comment. After the top 24, the three judges are irrelevant. Simon tonight said he doesn’t like country. That’s like going to a football game and the head referee says he doesn’t like football. The judges are nothing but fluff. They enjoy the banter, but it’s all for the show. They serve no purpose and are often wrong.
By ptrap
April 4, 2006 09:59 PM | Link to this
Wow, what a weird night.
I love Taylor. I think he might have been the worst tonight. I’m dumbstruck at how not into it he was.
Katharine was great. She was sexy and flirty and loose. She sings so effortlessly!
Paris…she looked her best. Simple, not a lot of get up. I think she did just fine.
Chris, well alrighty then. Again, simple and not a lot of theatrics. Just a man and a song.
Elliot…was he like totally off kilter with that song or what? He was singing to some other beat, not the beat of the band.
Mandisa (I call her Mandy)…um, she tried. And it wasn’t half bad. I like that song, but she did not give it the “I’m in charge” vibe, like Shania does.
Kellie…she was alright. She was a karaoke copy. She just doesn’t connect with what she is singing. The words mean nothing to her. She’s just a pretty doll with her string pulled.
Ace…talk about one dimensional. He is the sensitive boy every time, but he doesn’t get called out for it. Ace, can you rock? Can you belt it out? I don’t think so.
So many stools tonight. So much thoughtful posing and crouching. On to Queen night! Whatever will Kellie sing?
By Deirdre
April 4, 2006 10:03 PM | Link to this
Queen will be the litmus test for almost all the singers. Only the talented will be able to hol their own.
By Deirdre
April 4, 2006 10:05 PM | Link to this
By the way, don’t know about the others but I have been dividing my votes between Chris and Kat tonight. So far, I’ve gotten through about 4 times for Chris, only twice for Kat.
By it's just me...
April 4, 2006 10:06 PM | Link to this
sigh…now i know how the country singers felt when they had to sing the r&b songs. when you’re out of your element, it shows. another thing…these people don’t bring The Fever. if you think of the greatest stars, it’s because they sang with passion. these AI folks probably haven’t experienced most of the songs they sing, which explains why the performances are bland. i’m still waiting for each performer to offer his/her signature performance.
By Deirdre
April 4, 2006 10:07 PM | Link to this
Or hold their own as the case may be. :0
By coastal
April 4, 2006 10:09 PM | Link to this
I’ve gotten though with 4 for Chris with not one busy signal. I’ve only been able to vote for Kat once, after about 5 busy signals.
By Martha
April 4, 2006 10:11 PM | Link to this
drdawg and redgal, I’m with you on Hicks! I wish the contestants had sung some REAL C&W songs instead of country pop. I LOVED Kellie’s delivery on “Fancy.” Most of the singers tonight seemed to be straining their voices—did anyone else hear that? Paris’ hair was nice (there, I said something good about her). The next AI will be a guy—either Chris or Elliot. I think Katherine McPhee will have as good a future as the winner though—once she finds her own music. I think she just had a bad couple of nights personality-wise, but tonight PTL wasn’t one of them! Mandisa and Paris will do Broadway. Kellie will do OK (I like the “Loretty Lynn naivety”—it will help her sell concerts)—If she finds her Porter Waggoner or Johnny Cash, so much the better. Ace will find a goy-boy group. Bucky and Hicks will be bar/wedding singers. The Oracle hath spoken. :)
By Mitch
April 4, 2006 10:12 PM | Link to this
Martha, you should watch Nashville Star on USA Network.
By JJ
April 4, 2006 10:15 PM | Link to this
OH MY GOODNESS! I FORGOT THEY PICKED COUNTRY TONIGHT. I AM NOT A FAN SO I HAVE NO COMMENT.
By Mitch
April 4, 2006 10:16 PM | Link to this
The bottom 3 on dialidol are Paris, Elliott & Mandisa with either Elliott or Mandisa going home.
By Mike S
April 4, 2006 10:16 PM | Link to this
Chris Young on nashville star just showed the AI contestants how to sing country!!!
By Mary
April 4, 2006 10:17 PM | Link to this
For the 2nd week in a row I was not impressed with the idol finalists. Best in the country and this is what we are left with??? Here’s my picks from this week, best to worst. 1.Katherine 2.Kelly 3.Chris 4.Bucky 5.Ace 6.Elliott 7. Mandesa 8.Paris 9.Taylor
By Mitch
April 4, 2006 10:17 PM | Link to this
Yes Mike, I never liked that song before.
By chuckie d
April 4, 2006 10:17 PM | Link to this
Unfamiliar ground here but Taylor, Paris and Ace in the bottom three. Simon was right, the song choices last week and this were not good. The fans DO deserve better.
By Martha
April 4, 2006 10:18 PM | Link to this
Are y’all pullin’ my leg—is it really Queen next week??? LOL, it is!
By Misa
April 4, 2006 10:22 PM | Link to this
The theme for next week is Queen, as in “Bohemian Rhapsody” Queen? If so, that seems odd. Who are they going to have as the guest star? Or maybe its Queen Latifah? I am so confused.
I got chills when Chris sang that Keith Urban song. I think he is the best by far. He brings it every week. I love Elliot and Taylor too, but Chris is the most consistent.
I agree with Ptrap that Kellie doesn’t seem to have any real emotions to back the lyrics that she’s singing. I think that would require some intelligence and she just doesn’t have it. Has there been any press coverage of a boyfriend or ex for Kellie? She just seems so vacant to me.
By Misa
April 4, 2006 10:25 PM | Link to this
btw, where do you find out the theme for next week so soon?
By Mike S
April 4, 2006 10:32 PM | Link to this
They post it on the Idolonfox website each week Misa. Usually they don’t announce until the results show, this week they posted it early.
BTW - Nashville start is blowing Idol away this week. Casey just rocked the house with “Great balls of Fire”
By Mike S
April 4, 2006 10:41 PM | Link to this
Eliot looks to be in serious trouble. have not gotten a busy signal one time calling his line. have not been able to get through once for Chris, taylor, Kellie or Bucky.
By Mary
April 4, 2006 10:42 PM | Link to this
If it’s Queen next week - Mandesa, Paris, Chris, and Elliott will shine. The others will have little hope.
By Songluvr
April 4, 2006 10:47 PM | Link to this
What happened to my man Taylor? I SO love him, but there are so many other songs he could have killed on. He did seem to just phone it in. For the first time I am seriously concerned about him staying out of that bottom 3. It doesn’t help that I left my freaking phone off the base too long and it hasn’t recharged yet enough to call and vote. : (
By Mitch
April 4, 2006 10:49 PM | Link to this
songluvr, if dialidol is accurate, you have nuttin’ to worry about.
By L.J.
April 4, 2006 10:49 PM | Link to this
Rodney,
Could you please look into this? I just read on imdb.com that Prince might perform on an upcoming Idol (and even coach contestants like Manilow and Kenny Rogers.
Here’s the article:
Pop superstar Prince will reportedly appear on American Idol to both coach contestants and perform on the hit TV series - in a bid to maintain high album sales. The notoriously shy star has just released his latest LP, 3121, which debuted at the top of the Us Billboard chart. According to PageSix.com, executives from Prince’s record company convinced him to appear on the show to keep the album at the top of the charts, after noting a huge spike in album sales when Barry Manilow appeared on the program earlier this year. According to one source, “It wasn’t easy though because Prince apparently hates the show and has never even watched it.”
By Mercy
April 4, 2006 10:49 PM | Link to this
Have y’all noticed how Hick’s hair is getting darker roots? And: am I the only one getting the impression that the singers aren’t picking their songs?
By Mike S
April 4, 2006 10:50 PM | Link to this
OK, did anyone catch what Katherine did or said when Simon was talking? I don;t remember anything glaring but all the other blogs and forums are ablaze about her “b***” attitude and “Catty” remark to Simone tonight. She is literally be savaged tonight. WHAT did she say?
By Songluvr
April 4, 2006 10:50 PM | Link to this
Man I hope so, Mitch. I’m kinda new here … Is Dialidol usually fairly accurate?
By Mary Jo
April 4, 2006 10:51 PM | Link to this
I’m not doing any racial profiling here (hear that Cynthia McKinney), but I didn’t think this was Mandesa or Paris’s night. Both have the talent to go to the end, but I think they both should worry this week.
By Mitch
April 4, 2006 10:52 PM | Link to this
Mike, I did not see that coming. Melanie was the best female in the competition IMO.
By Missing Chicken Little
April 4, 2006 10:54 PM | Link to this
Tonight was definitely better than last week. I’m not a Bucky fan, but I thought he did decently well tonight. I somewhat disagree with the bottom 3 picks. I think it will be Paris, Taylor, and Ace. You just don’t do falsetto in a country song! Mandisa’s performance wasn’t great, but she picked a very catchy, fun song. I think the song choice will save her from being in the bottom three. Taylor just seemed off — it’s like his energy level has decreased a little each week. I think Taylor is great and brings a lot to the show, but because he is so quirky, I fear he may be saying goodbye tomorrow night.
By Songluvr
April 4, 2006 10:54 PM | Link to this
Mercy, you might be right about the song choices. I just cannot imagine why Taylor would have picked that song, when there are SO many country songs better for him.
Mike S … It was hard to catch because Paula was jabbering something to Simon … anyhoo, Katharine said basically ‘it’s country, Simon. It’s okay, just say it, you don’t like country’. I liked her comment, personally.
By RC
April 4, 2006 10:57 PM | Link to this
Worried about Taylor and Katherine…..
Got through with several votes for Taylor very easily…Katherine’s song seemed kinda misfit to me although she did it well….don’t think Bunky or that Kountry gurl have any worries…..
By Mary
April 4, 2006 10:58 PM | Link to this
Yeah, nothing wrong with what Katherine said. I think the producers and judges have to be worried about continued high ratings. Am I wrong, or is this year not up to par?
By Songluvr
April 4, 2006 10:58 PM | Link to this
ARGH! To top it off, Braves are going into a rain delay, at L.A. of all places.
By Clarinet13
April 4, 2006 10:58 PM | Link to this
Ok, there should really be some better judges on this show. Ones that know what they’re doing. they need to have some variety in what songs the like because Simon was getting on my nerves. he shouldn’t be allowed to judge country when he doesn’t like that kind of music. What even gives Paula the right to judge someone’s singing ability because she didn’t even sing that great (the little 80’s teenybopper). And sometimes Randy’s right and sometimes he’s wrong. My other statement, the next american idol will be a boy because none of the girls are that interesting to watch. I don’t ever look forward to one of the girls singing. And lots of people think Paris is so great, but we all know she’s going home before the final two are selected. Everyone knows it would be totally unfair if Paris won because she could have gotten a record deal without AI. she also doesn’t have an original sound and she kinda sounds like Fantasia, but better. My prediction: Bucky or Ace will be leaving. For goodness sake, let’s hope it’s Bucky, because he sure as heck can’t sing.
By Martha
April 4, 2006 11:02 PM | Link to this
Oh Lord! I just saw Nashville Star for the first time and I am in LOVE with Matt Mason!!! Much better show than AI (or IA for dyslexics). And the guy who did the Tim McGraw song—whooooeee! :)
By Mike S
April 4, 2006 11:02 PM | Link to this
WOW I cannot believe Melanie torres got voted off Nashville Star. That is a shocker.
NS is down do Chris Young, Casey Rivers and Matt Mason in my Opinion. Nicole or Jaret will be gone next week.
By Mitch
April 4, 2006 11:07 PM | Link to this
Martha, that was Chris Young that sang Tim McGraw’s “Real Bad Man”. LOL I never liked Tim’s version.
I really thought Jared or Kristen would have left this week. Melanie was a real shocker.
By Mike S
April 4, 2006 11:07 PM | Link to this
Songluvr — DialIdol is accurate and NOT accurate. They have usually been off on the exact bottom, but every week the bottom 3 have been in thier bottom 4.
They showed Lisa’s weakness when no one expected it. Showed ace to be weaker than expected, and last week they showed katherine bombing when a lot of people thought she was great.
They constantly show Taylor, Chris and Kellie as the strongest three week in and week out. Taylor has been #1 each week.
By Mike S
April 4, 2006 11:09 PM | Link to this
Here is my Nashville Star ratings for this week. Chris, Matt, Casey, kristen, Nicole, Jared.
By Songluvr
April 4, 2006 11:10 PM | Link to this
That sounds reassuring, Mike. Do you think he’s safe? I couldn’t even enjoy the rest of the show tonight, I was so stupefied by him and Mandisa letting me down.
By Mitch
April 4, 2006 11:11 PM | Link to this
Same rankings as I had Mike. At this point I think the competition is Chris’s to lose.
By Songluvr
April 4, 2006 11:13 PM | Link to this
BTW, I posted this in a previous thread but it had died out and I didn’t realize it. One upcoming guest will be Rod Stewart, when the theme will be music from his Great American Songbook collection. I SO wish it was his regular repertoire instead, but there it is.
By Mike S
April 4, 2006 11:16 PM | Link to this
Taylor is safe Songluvr — mandisa is in serious trouble. She and Eliot are way way way down in the bottom of Dialidols numbers (10% lower than anyone else). Taylor is almost 15% ahead of anyone else — the Soul Patrol is apparently burning up the lines to keep him alive.
Right now Taylor, Kellie, Chris and Katherine are fairly Safe. Bucky is sort of safe (Over 6% ahead of Paris and Ace. Paris and Ace are basically tied, and as I said Mandisa and Eliot are way way behind.
Judging by DialIdols past success the Bottom 3 will come from Ace, Paris, mandisa and Eliot. Any one of the 4 could be voted off.
By Mike S
April 4, 2006 11:18 PM | Link to this
Agree Mitch - Chris Young is so far ahead of the other 4 it is not even close. matt and Casey are basically a tie for me in second. Kristen and Nicole, nice eye candy but nothing special.
Right now I think that a Chris is in the driver’s seat in both shows.
By Missing Chicken Little
April 4, 2006 11:20 PM | Link to this
Interesting, Mike S. So, can I go back on what I said earlier? :) If it’s of the four you named, then Eliot is going. Great guy, love to watch and hear him, but like Paula said, Eliot is “understated.” Paris, Ace, and Mandisa all have made connections with an audience, and I don’t think Eliot has successfully established that yet.
By Missing Chicken Little
April 4, 2006 11:22 PM | Link to this
Interesting, Mike S. So, can I go back on what I said earlier? :) If it’s of the four you named, then Eliot is going. Great guy, love to watch and hear him, but like Paula said, Eliot is “understated.” Paris, Ace, and Mandisa all have made connections with an audience, and I don’t think Eliot has successfully established that yet.
By Mike S
April 4, 2006 11:22 PM | Link to this
Missing - they are only about halfway through tonights voting so the numbers could change drastically still, but yeah I am fearful we may lose Eliot this week.
By Songluvr
April 4, 2006 11:23 PM | Link to this
Oh no, that sux for Mandisa and Elliott, both of whom are near the top of my list. I can’t really say Mandisa ‘brought it’ tonight, but Elliott did. He is just a pleasure to listen to.
… chants: Soul Patrol, Soul Patrol, …
YAY! Braves are back on. But we’re still losing. OOHHhhh.
By Songluvr
April 4, 2006 11:28 PM | Link to this
BTW, can anyone explain to me what that ‘link to this’ thing is for?
By Mitch
April 4, 2006 11:39 PM | Link to this
Next week on Nashville Star is the original song night. We get to hear what kind of songwriter’s they are.
By Rodney Ho
April 4, 2006 11:41 PM | Link to this
Deidre. Thanks for defending me! I was confused by Jim J, too. I mean, we agreed on most of it, that Mandisa and Taylor disappointed, that Chris and Kellie were solid. Our major points of difference were Katharine and Paris.
By Kelley
April 5, 2006 07:31 AM | Link to this
“Ghetto Princess” Paris, you were the weakest link. Bye bye… votefortheworst.com will put Pickle-head through to the finals. It is funny how scared Idol is of the stories coming out about Pickler, Chris, and Chris. They have really started making a push to discredit them.
Ace is single again for all you Swingin’ Richards out there. Get ‘em boys! Brokeback Style!!!
I think Mandisa’s a* got bigger this week too. Hide her behind a damn curtain so I don’t have to look at those saggy upper arms and that big cratered a*.
By G
April 5, 2006 07:40 AM | Link to this
My take on last night’s performances: Chris was the best by far! Again. Next I’d put Mandisa, not her best but still a really good performance. I agree w/ Randy, she “worked it out” at the end. After that it was ParisKellieElliottAce. I’d put Ace, Bucky and Taylor or Katherine in the bottom 3. Overall, it was another show of BAD song choices and just ok performances. The idols need to PICK IT UP! Especially with the competition on Nashville Star showing up-and-comers with real talent! Chris Young and Matt Mason are both fantastic!!!
By choctaw28
April 5, 2006 07:45 AM | Link to this
I couldn’t agree more about Mandisa’s outfit. She looked absolutely huge! In fact it was disgusting. Those arms just full of fat and it looked like two huge beach balls were taped to her behind, but that really was her butt. I actually felt sorry for her. She has a great voice but in the end I think her weight will hurt her.
By Mollie
April 5, 2006 07:50 AM | Link to this
I am so excited to read they are doing Queen next week. That is my all time favorite band. CHRIS……if you are reading this…….Please do Fat Bottom Girls……
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 07:52 AM | Link to this
89 comments already. You freaks! :)
I gotta give it up for the Pickler. She was fantastic.
Chris once again proved that he is too good for this show. He is in a league of his own.
Worst of the night were Taylor and Mandisa. Mandisa was just awful. Taylor phoned it in.
The rest were just ok.
By Jex
April 5, 2006 07:54 AM | Link to this
Was that actually Kenny Rogers last night? His voice sounds the same but his LOOKS are so different. I was freaked out a little.
I was very disappointed in Taylor’s performance last night. He seemed so out of it. And the same for Paris. She looked really cute, but she didn’t connect with the song. It was a frustrating night for me.
By Mitch
April 5, 2006 07:55 AM | Link to this
I think we are going to be in for a big surprise on who goes home tonight.
It was asked earlier in the week how the contestants on both Nashville Star & American Idol would do head to head. Last night definately showed that Star would definately take it over Idol.
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 07:56 AM | Link to this
FOr what it is worth here are the Dial Idol numbers for last night. Looks like the West Coast decided they didn’t like anyone — all the numbers dropped drastically from early in the night.
1 Taylor Hicks 37.333 1.72 -
2 Katharine McPhee 28.589 1.836 -
3 Kellie Pickler 28.135 1.842 -
4 Chris Daughtry 26.915 1.857 -
5 Ace Young 23.787 1.897 -
6 Bucky Covington 23.113 1.905 -
7 Paris Bennett 19.035 1.955 -
8 Elliott Yamin 14.184 2.013 -
9 Mandisa 13.177 2.025 -
The first number is the % of BUSY SIGNALS when calling that person, the second number is the estimated Margin of error (IE Mandisa could be 2% higher or lower.)
Dial Idol has been fairly accurate in showing a person’s weakness when others think it is not there. They showed Lisa, Ace and Katherine at the bottom when peopole didn’t think they would be there.
Dial Idol has had the Bottom 3 in thier bottom 4 every week, but the bottom person has only been booted once.
Judging by these numbers the Bottom 3 will most likely be Eliot Mandisa and either Paris, Ace or Bucky. Best money is on Eliot or Mandisa leaving tonight, either of which would be a shame.
NOTE : Bucky cratered bigtime on the West Coast. He was running between 3-5 during the East Coast and Mountain calling periods.
Looks like McPhee is safe, so I guess I was the only one that didn’t like her last night. Her voice is great, but I just did not connect with her at all. Also, it looks like I am one of the few that actually thought Paris was Great last night.
By Mikki
April 5, 2006 07:59 AM | Link to this
This is the most boring Idol season ever! To tell you the truth I really don’t care who wins! No one has absolutely knocked my socks off like say a Bo or Kelly. Am I the only one that feels this way??
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 08:00 AM | Link to this
Kenny has had major major work done. Did you notice his face never really moved?
By choctaw28
April 5, 2006 08:02 AM | Link to this
Not to keep harping on peoples looks last night, but Kenny Rogers did look scary last night. Obviuosly he had some surgery done and that was the first time I’ve seen him. He does look like his old self at all.
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 08:03 AM | Link to this
Yo Daddy, I think Chris won the competition last night. Barring a WOW performance from one of the other contestants.
Of the ones who are left, I think only Taylor has the overall ability to challenge Chris on finals night. Taylor has the WOW performance in him somewhere. Paris and Katherine will do something to give people a reason not to vote for them. Kellie will be there until the final 3-4 because of her charm, looks and huge fan base — but she will get killed head to head with Chris.
Eliot, Mandisa, and Ace no longer fit into the equation. Mandisa has cratered in support and is in trouble (she may be going home tonight). Eliot is great but doesn’t have the support. Ace just flat out sucks.
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 08:03 AM | Link to this
I’m predicting Ace will go tonight.
By Carla
April 5, 2006 08:09 AM | Link to this
I guess no one could wait until this morning, huh?? I thought that Taylor and Mandisa did the worst and Chris had the best performance. I never realized how sexy he is until he was singing that song. You guys know I’m not a huge Chris fan, but he won me over last night.
I thought Paris did ok. No way was she the worst Rodney! You must have been sipping on whatever’s in Paula’s cup.:-) Bucky did enough to stay. I don’t think he’s going home.
Get ready for the shock because somebody good is going home unless Ace goes. He acutally did better IMO than Taylor and Mandisa. I’m thinking Mandisa better prepare for that long walk to centerstage tonight.
By Scott
April 5, 2006 08:11 AM | Link to this
My girl Kellie was sure “showcasing” those “puppie dogs” last night wasn’t she!! She sure was in her element and was head and shoulders above the rest.
Go Kellie, Go Chris and Go Bucky!!
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 08:13 AM | Link to this
Chris did exactly what he needed to do last night. He slowed down and sang a beautiful ballad. He was already the front runner, but last night probably stamped his ticket to the final 2. The rest of the competition now is to see who goes up against Chris on finals night. I am still banking it will be Taylor.
By shay
April 5, 2006 08:15 AM | Link to this
Mike S, we got our wish. We wanted Paris to tone it down a little and she did. I thought she did good and her hair definitely looked better. Taylor disappointed me. I think he has gotten too comfortable and he is slowly slipping away from me. Mandisa also disappointed me. Why the arms out again? Not attractive at all. I thought she sang just o.k. Ace and Pickler were better than usual. My guess for the bottom three: Probably Mandisa, Bucky, and a surprise person, possibly Elliott or Katharine. I think Taylor, Paris, Kellie, Ace, and Chris are all safe this week.
I spent a lot of time dialing for Paris and in the first hour, I only managed to get through three times. But, Mandisa’s line was open a lot the first 15 minutes. I don’t know. Couldn’t get through to Chris at all. Didn’t even try the rest. I am still rooting for Mandisa because she can sing, but her song choices lately haven’t been the best. Taylor has got to step it back up.
By Jex
April 5, 2006 08:15 AM | Link to this
Carla, I agree with you 100%! Chris was looking so darn sexy last night. I’ve thought he was cute since the beginning, but there was something about him just sitting there and singing… .
And Kellie is actually starting to grow on me. She looked good and she sounded pretty good too. This contest is really doing a 180.
By KZ_GUY
April 5, 2006 08:15 AM | Link to this
Overall last night performances were terrible, especially the first three singers. Taylor was bad, Eliot was bad, Mandisa was bad, most of the others OK. Chris was the only one to shine.
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 08:16 AM | Link to this
LOL Scott. Kellie definately did an advertisement for the wonder bra people last night.
By deegee
April 5, 2006 08:16 AM | Link to this
They all looked as bored singing as I was watching them. I have never seen such a lack of enthusiasm from Idol contestants. Maybe it’s the 7th inning stretch or something but that show was awful, worse than last week.
Bucky has got to go. Wouldn’t someone tell him that it’s important for an audience to see his eyes while he’s performing and to take that dorky cowboy hat off.
By Deirdre
April 5, 2006 08:18 AM | Link to this
Morning, everyone. I enjoyed the show last night so much more than last week. Although some of our favorites did not do so well. Biggest disappointment by far was Taylor. I have loved this guy every week but the last 2. I hope they haven’t tried to rein him in. I thought Kat was great last night but I think the surge in her popularity on DialIdol probably has a lot to do with her being in the bottom 2 last week. She certainly didn’t deserve to be there and her fans are taking note. I tried to vote for her a few times last night and only got thru twice. As everyone knows by now, I am not a big fan of Kellie. She did well last night, not better than Chris or Kat but she was good. I don’t connect with her at all. She sings without emotion and her eyes are vacant. Chris was tops for me last night. He gave us the ballad we have been waiting for and did a great job. I commented on all the singers on the previous thread if you want to go back and check it out.
By 2CentsWorth
April 5, 2006 08:21 AM | Link to this
Heres mine…I’m sorry to say, because I’m a Taylor fan, he sounded like nails on a blackboard last night. The back-up singers and he were just a 1/4 note off of each other. Chris…sounded great! Mandisa and Paris…uuuggghhh. Eliot..Not good. Katherine…looked and sounded fine! Kelly…in her element. Bucky…sounded much better. Ace…wimpy as ever. I know this is politically incorrect…I wish I DIDN’T have a widescreen when Mandisa is on.
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 08:21 AM | Link to this
For those who didn’t know - the song Chris sang last night was a personal choice for him. He sang that song at his wedding and promised his wife he would sing it for her if he made it to country night.
Looks like he not only melted his wife’s heart, but the hearts of quite a few females last night.
Shay, Last night Taylor “Mailed in” his performance. Simon nailed it and him last night. Taylor is “Playing it safe and boring”. He has seen the polls and such and knows that he can coast right now. I think Taylor is taking a calculated gamble that the SOUL PATROL will keep him in the competition and as such he is holding back the Big Gun performances.
Remember what I have said on here multiple times. Every year the winner has been a person who just hung around the first half of the season, and then wowed everyone late in the season. That is what Taylor is trying to do.
By coastal
April 5, 2006 08:23 AM | Link to this
My ranking for tonight, not overall…Chris, Kellie, Bucky, Katherine, Ace, Paris, Elliot, Mandisa, Taylor. I’ll add that I’m not a big fan of country. I thought Kat should’ve done Shania. She even looks a lot like her and the personality/sex appeal combo fits her. If the following make it to Queen week…I expect good performances from: Chris: Best with rock genre Ace: Queen falsettos Elliot: Great voice control
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 08:26 AM | Link to this
Here are my voting experiences from last night. Kellie - never got through. Bucky - Got through once. taylor - never got though. Chris - never got through. Eliot - NEVER got a busy signal in about 50 calls.
Eliot is in serious trouble tonight in my opinion. I think either he or Mandisa is gone. the only way they possibly stay is if Ace is finally gone, but I think he may have given enough people reason to vote for him last night. UGH.
By Deirdre
April 5, 2006 08:29 AM | Link to this
Ace has got to stop with the romantic, sad puppy dog songs and get some energy. He sang ok last night. But that nasal stuff he does is just awful and so yesterday(boy bands are in the past) If he would get that throat relaxed and open, he could be really good. No, I don’t like him and won’t vote for him.
By 2CentsWorth
April 5, 2006 08:31 AM | Link to this
Deirdre….I think Ace KNOWS how to get his throat relaxed and open.
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 08:33 AM | Link to this
Coastal next week will definately be “Separation” week. I love queen, but my gut feeling is that next week is going to be an unmitigated disaster.
I think Next week may be a total wipeout for the girls.
Katherine might be able to pull off the vocal gymnastica required, but really try and picture Kat singing Queen.
Paris may find something to sing (Maybe Bicycle Race), but I don’t see here doing a great job.
Kellie - ROFL!!! That is all I can say about Kellie and Queen. ROFL!!!
The Guys will be ok
Bucky - I can see him pulling off “Radio Gaga” or “Tie your Mother Down” or “We will Rock you”
Taylor - “We are the Champions” is “taylor” made for him
Ace - as you said he will falsetto us all to our toilets to barf again.
Chris - name the song, Chris will nail it. Totally his week to shine.
As for Mandisa or Eliot - Not sure which one will still be there. I will address that tomorrow. That said - Eliot would fare much better than Mandisa with Queen.
By Jex
April 5, 2006 08:33 AM | Link to this
2CentsWorth - eeww.
By G
April 5, 2006 08:35 AM | Link to this
Well, we all know what Idol is about at this point. It’s all about who gained fans from the week before, and which fans do not become complacent. Mandisa did a much better job with country, than Kellie did with Stevie. It proves she’s one of the more versitile talents in the group. Also, good job by McPhee as usual.
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 08:36 AM | Link to this
BTW - everyone needs to prepare themselves for the carnage that may ensue on this blog tomorrow if Dial Idol is right. IF Mandisa goes this week, AND Paris is also int he bottom 3 following Lisa leaving last week — this board will be mind numbingly stupid ugly tomorrow. hate to bring that up, but everyone here knows ATL , you know what is going to happen. be prepared.
By shay
April 5, 2006 08:36 AM | Link to this
Mike you didn’t get a busy signal on Elliott. Wow! He is in trouble. Mandisa’s line was open alot too. Paris was pretty much locked but I did manage to vote for her a few times. I think Bucky is safe tonight along with Ace. I think the bottom three will be all new people.
By kat1dawg
April 5, 2006 08:37 AM | Link to this
Ahh the Idol blog, I missed it from last year! I think Elliot or Katherine will be gone tonight. Katherine has not seemed to build up a large fan base to keep her in. Elliot isn’t bad, but I don’t see him as strong as the others. I see Elliot, Katherine, and Ace in the bottom 3. As for an overall opinion, I’ve thought Paris will win it from the beginning or be in the final 2, we shall see!
By 2CentsWorth
April 5, 2006 08:38 AM | Link to this
Mike S.- If it happens you can bet Cynthia McKinney will be on here!!!
By yolanda
April 5, 2006 08:38 AM | Link to this
I thought paris did a great job. The best night for her so far. Katharine did well. Ace will be going home. Taylor will be in the bottom 3.
By 2CentsWorth
April 5, 2006 08:39 AM | Link to this
I hear decks of cards are being sold in the SWATS.
By shay
April 5, 2006 08:40 AM | Link to this
My pick to win it all. CHRIS CHRIS CHRIS CHRIS CHRIS CHRIS CHRIS CHRIS CHRIS. I love this man. He can sing, he’s cute, and last night he proved he can do more than just Rock. I love him!! Move over Paris, we have a new winner!!!
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 08:41 AM | Link to this
Yolanda - Paris was great last night. However, Taylor will not be in the bottom three. His performance was awful, but believe me he has a fan base far bigger than any other contestant at the moment. We will not see taylor in the bottom for at least 2-4 more weeks.
By choctaw28
April 5, 2006 08:41 AM | Link to this
My long term prediction is that whoever wins Idol this year will fall flat on their face once their CD is released. Absolutely nobody jumps out as a star and it seems like the ones surviving are the ones that didn’t bomb their songs.
By coastal
April 5, 2006 08:41 AM | Link to this
MikeS, I have also considered Kellie and Queen. It is a scary proposition to even consider. FYI…I am not an Ace fan or a falsetto fan, but Queen is a great time to market that skill. I can’t wait to here Chris next week. The girls will struggle next week. Suzy pulled it off on Rock Star last year, but she is a rocker girl.
By 2CentsWorth
April 5, 2006 08:42 AM | Link to this
Shay…You go!!! Chris WILL win. With Taylor second and Katherine third. You heard it here first folks!
By kat1dawg
April 5, 2006 08:42 AM | Link to this
Shay—Chris is damn good, you are right. I didn’t like his Creed song, but he has a lot of talent, and he already looks like a rock star!
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 08:42 AM | Link to this
I thought it was funny that not one Kenny Rogers song was performed. Kenny made me laught when he was talking about the Gary Allen song Bucky sang. “Not many people will know this song.” Um, yeah Kenny, only the people who listen to country radio or watch CMT. Welcome to 2006, Kenny.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 08:43 AM | Link to this
Good Morning Ya’ll!!! I’m going to go ahead and put it out there. I enjoyed Elliot, Paris, Katherine, CHRIS (He surprised the heck outta me lol). Everyone’s saying that Bucky’s going home, looks like I might be washing cars.
By luvstoread
April 5, 2006 08:43 AM | Link to this
Okay,
If it was judged on singing and not a poplularity contest, Taylor would packing his bags tonight. He was horrible!! Elliot has the best male voice IMO. If he leaves tonight, I just don’t know if I can watch it anymore. Does anyone else feel this way?
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 08:43 AM | Link to this
Shay - Chris definately made this his competition to lose last night. But, he is by no means a lock. All it takes is someone to come up and do a “Summertime” or “Independence Day” performance right at the end of the season to sneak by him.
By shay
April 5, 2006 08:43 AM | Link to this
Well I hope the right person goes home and Mandisa and Paris stay. They didn’t do that bad to be sent home, but they better step it up next week if they stay. If they both are in the bottom three, Racial comments will be all over this blog tomorrow morning.
By 2CentsWorth
April 5, 2006 08:45 AM | Link to this
Kellie can sing “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” she can put a little country in it and pull it off.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 08:46 AM | Link to this
o0o summertime w/ Fantasia gives me the shivers. I ahve it on a CD in my car as we speak!
By Carla
April 5, 2006 08:48 AM | Link to this
shay, I totally agree. I now loveeeeeeeee Chris. That is until he reverts back to his old ways. Let’s hope he doesn’t. Now I see what Vin’s been talking about all these weeks.:-)
I too had no problem voting for Mandisa and Eliott. I got in for Paris right when Ryan said the phones lines are now open and I only got in about 10 calls in an hour. Mandisa and Eliott should be very worried.
By sandman
April 5, 2006 08:49 AM | Link to this
I agree mikki, except for chris, everyone sounds kind of bland comparing to previous Idols. It is so bad this year that paula has to stay so drunk that she can not even make since when she talks and simon and ryan have to make jokes about each other to keep us watching. The only thing that makes me watch this show is to see what Chris daughtry is going to sing, He is by far the best talent on the show. He is actually to good for the idol, he could sale his own records now!!
By THE Dave
April 5, 2006 08:49 AM | Link to this
Mandisa should sing “Fat Bottomed Girls” next week.
By coastal
April 5, 2006 08:50 AM | Link to this
2cents…good point. If she can do well next week, it will really propel people’s faith in her.
By Martha
April 5, 2006 08:50 AM | Link to this
Rod Stewart is going to be a guest artist/vocal coach??? I hope it will be “Maggie Mae” and “Hot Legs” instead of his retro stuff which has about as much appeal as hearing Renee Fleming sing Motown….Does anyone know is Prince is really gonna be on the show?? That I gotta see! :)
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 08:51 AM | Link to this
2Cents - Good call! You are right, Kellie could do that with a little country flare. you are good.
“This Thayng called layuv.”
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 08:51 AM | Link to this
THEDave - that was almost as funny as the 6 times it was posted yesterday! I get it - cause she’s fat right? And the song, well, it’s about fat girls. So, like, she shoud sing it because you know, she’s fat and stuff.
By Mitch
April 5, 2006 08:51 AM | Link to this
2cents, you mentioned “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” for Kellie. Brooks & Dunn actually recorded that song a couple years ago with a country twist.
By shay
April 5, 2006 08:52 AM | Link to this
CHRIS! CHRIS! CHRIS! CHRIS! CHRIS! CHRIS! Did I say CHRIS!
I hate that we don’t know who will win at this point. Nobody has been consistent week after week except for Chris, but that still doesn’t mean he will win. He is my favorite right now, but my favorite never wins. I don’t know how the theme for next week will take with me, but who knows, I may be quite surprised. Mike, I think I am going to take some of your advice and listen to some of Queen music so that I am not too lost next week.
By 2CentsWorth
April 5, 2006 08:53 AM | Link to this
Every time they show a “rear” shot of Mandisa, I hear a beep, beep, beep ringing through my ears.
By THE Dave
April 5, 2006 08:53 AM | Link to this
Yo Poppy:
No, she should sing it because it she could rock it, poke a little fun at herself, and endear herself to the audience by bringing them in on the joke.
By Deirdre
April 5, 2006 08:53 AM | Link to this
I thought Paris looked better last night. The outfit still had a costumy feel but her hair was actually HER hair and looked good. She sings very well but I have heard 5 dozens versions of that song and Paris did NOT impress me with her version. Even Carmen Rasmussen,(thanks for help with that name, Mitch)who does not have as good a voice as Paris, did that song much better.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 08:55 AM | Link to this
I was watchin AI w/ my BF last night and he said he didn’t like Katherine’s performance. I thought it was good. What about ya’ll?
By THE Dave
April 5, 2006 08:55 AM | Link to this
Does “Under Pressure” count as Queen, or David Bowie?
By Carla
April 5, 2006 08:56 AM | Link to this
I hated Carmen Rasmussen. She stayed too long. Really Deirdre. Better than Paris? Nooooooooooooooooooooooo!!!!!!
By shay
April 5, 2006 08:56 AM | Link to this
Paula was booed last night!!! Simon just ate that up!!
By Mitch
April 5, 2006 08:57 AM | Link to this
I did get a little laugh last night. After we talked earlier about the how the competition from Star would compare with Idol, the first woman on Star sang “How Do I Live?”. It made it hard to listen to her without trying to compare her with Paris.
By coastal
April 5, 2006 08:57 AM | Link to this
I know it is harder for some people to control their weight than others, but the stylists should have known horizontal stripes are not flattering.
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 08:57 AM | Link to this
luvs2read - for good or bad most people do not vote strictly on each weeks performances. If they did that almost every contestant would deserve to be voted off at least once. People build fan bases and that person’s fans may carry them through a bad week. This will be the case with Taylor, people have seen his talent and his fans voted in droves to keep him on the show when he struggles.
As for Eliot - I agree, he is by far the best pure vocalist on the show. But the sad truth is that he has nbot connected with the audience for whatever reason.
Idol is not always fair, but by the end of the year the fans usaully get it right.
I consider it this way (It lessons the headaches and WTF moments) — up until the final 4-5 it IS a popularity contest. It is only when we get down to a handful that people really start to focus on the talent.
By Carla
April 5, 2006 08:58 AM | Link to this
Kat was ok. She didn’t blow me away, but it wasn’t bad at all.
shay, I know. When I heard the booing I couldn’t stop laughing.
Did anyone catch the Ace is now single plug?? Give me a break!!
By shay
April 5, 2006 08:58 AM | Link to this
I wouldn’t say Carmen sounded better than Paris. But Paris could have done 10 times better. I think she is getting mixed opinions and it is starting to show in her song choice, performances, costumes, etc. The poor teenager is lost!
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 09:00 AM | Link to this
The fake bickering amongst the judges was terrible last night. They need new writers.
By Deirdre
April 5, 2006 09:00 AM | Link to this
Carla, please note that I said Paris has a better voice than Carmen. ON that song…Carmen’s version was a lot better.
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 09:00 AM | Link to this
Ken - I thought katherine was awful, but I appear to be in the minority today.
It is wierd, I can’t really say what I didn’t like about her performance, it just was BLEH to me for some reason. I just could not get into it.
By shay
April 5, 2006 09:01 AM | Link to this
Yo Daddy, the judges are “trying too hard”. And what in the heck did Randy have on? A red vest. He looked liked a gay Santa Clause.
By Barbara
April 5, 2006 09:03 AM | Link to this
American Idol was very boring last night. That’s two weeks in a row! I think that Taylor is tired of the show and ready to move on. I believe the show would be much better with a younger group of singers. Finally, I might come to my senses and stop devoting two evenings in a row to view the show.
By Carla
April 5, 2006 09:04 AM | Link to this
shay, LOL!!!!!!!!!!
My bad Deirdre. When I see the name Carmen Rasmussen compared to anyone else I see red. Did I mention I couldn’t stand her.
By choctaw28
April 5, 2006 09:05 AM | Link to this
Paula needs to go to rehab. Her flailing about is an embarassment. Look for the producers to give her an ultimatum next year. Clean up or get out! She is the easiest of the three judges to replace.
By Deirdre
April 5, 2006 09:07 AM | Link to this
Mike, you have not connected with Kat and I have not connected with Kellie, yet we both acknowledge that they can sing. Chemistry works in mysterious ways. I think, after last night’s busy signals, that a lot of people like Kat. I know that a lot of people like Kellie. Its one of those ‘agree to disagree’ situations :)
By shay
April 5, 2006 09:08 AM | Link to this
choctaw28, they are aware of her problem and they still just locked her in for another 3 years. She ain’t going anywhere.
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 09:09 AM | Link to this
shay - that vest did remind me of those awful Christmas sweaters that women down here love. Ever seen the ones with actual garland and ornaments hanging off of them?
By Rodney Ho
April 5, 2006 09:11 AM | Link to this
Before I saw the dialidol.com numbers, I guessed Bucky would be out tonight, with Paris and Mandisa in the bottom three. If his numbers hold up, then Elliott is guaranteed a bottom three finish and may actually be voted off tonight, if Mandisa isn’t. For the sake of my gut instincts, I have to stick with Bucky for my prediction records but it looks like I’m probably going to be wrong, even if Bucky does land in the bottom three. Mike S, by the way, you are doing a great job on this board. I suspect you really want MY job, right? :) And as you noted, I will have to watch this board like a hawk tomorrow if Paris & Mandisa are both in the bottom three and if either of them are booted.
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 09:11 AM | Link to this
Carla - Whyyyyyyyyy dooooooooooooooon’t yooouuuuuuuuu likkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkeeeeee Carrrrrrrrrrmen?
By Joyce
April 5, 2006 09:11 AM | Link to this
Cheers, Martha, for pointing out that Bobbie Jo Gentry wrote and sang the original “Fancy”. Plus, Gentry lived many years on the Georgia coast in Richmond Hill.
Alas, it looks like Mandisa may be going tonight according to DialIdol.com.
By Songluvr
April 5, 2006 09:12 AM | Link to this
For what it’s worth, someone told me that they had heard a rumor during the day that Taylor was gonna do that song for his Grandma, who was indeed beaming in the audience. That at least somewhat explains his choice for me, and it’s sweet, but I hope the real Taylor shows up next week.
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 09:13 AM | Link to this
Yeah Mike S - thanks for letting us post on your blog!
By Mitch
April 5, 2006 09:13 AM | Link to this
You didn’t like Goat Girl?
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 09:13 AM | Link to this
Ok, if anyone says that Taylor had a good night start watching another show
By Angel
April 5, 2006 09:14 AM | Link to this
Paris was very good tonight and has been throughout the show. I’m not sure Ace (although good looking) is a good enough singer to move on. I think his performance last night was good, but the other weeks have been ok at best.
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 09:14 AM | Link to this
Nah, Yo are the master Rodney. No way I could take your place. Now, if they want to start a Nashville Star blog….. LOL
By shay
April 5, 2006 09:14 AM | Link to this
Yo Daddy, yes I have seen them. They look awful. I hope no one on this blog owns one. If so, I apologize.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 09:15 AM | Link to this
Mandisa better not go ANYWHERE! Bucky or Ace should be next. mumblin Alas my a…
By choctaw28
April 5, 2006 09:15 AM | Link to this
Someone mentioned earlier that Taylor looked bored last night. I couldn’t agree more. It looked like he had his mind on something else other than AI. What happened to the sweet always smiling Taylor?
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 09:17 AM | Link to this
LOL My wife has about 40 different “Christmas” vests, Sweaters and sweatshirts. BUT, none of them have REAL garland or ornaments thank god.
By THE Dave
April 5, 2006 09:18 AM | Link to this
I own two of those Christmas vests — one red and one green. You owe me an apology.
By Deirdre
April 5, 2006 09:18 AM | Link to this
Rodney, its a relief to know you’ll be with us tomorrow if the prediction comes true. We formulated a plan yesterday for dealing with it but you will be a big help.
BTW, will you be paying Mike for his assistance?
By Ken
April 5, 2006 09:19 AM | Link to this
I hate holiday themed outfits! Reminds me of my elementary school teachers.
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 09:20 AM | Link to this
Could it have been arrogance on Taylor’s face? He knew he was safe and like Simon said, he picked the song 10 minutes before the show. He certainly sang like it.
By TLuv
April 5, 2006 09:20 AM | Link to this
Hey Blawgers,
Ok I had problems w/ my computer last week so I couldn’t comment on the elimination show. I’m back now, so here’s my take on last night. Everyone except Bucky & Kellie look like there were in pain. All of the song choices where horrible except Paris & Bucky.
The Breakdown:
Taylor - My poor homeboy…he looked like he wanted someone to put him out of his misery. It was painful watching him. I’m very surprised he didn’ pick something uptempo & fun. I hate to say it but he will be a bottom dweller.
Mandisa - Love her, but bad choice. I hoped she would have pulled some Wynonna, Faith, Shania, or LeAnn (I dont’ like country but I feel these ladies). She’s a potential BD.
Paris - Love the kid. I was very pleasantly surprised & think she did a fantastic job. This was a song I’m familiar with & like. Go Paris!!!!
Elliot - He wanted to R&B this song so bad. You could see it. He work so hard to keep it under control. You could read his conversation w/ Kenny Rogers all over his face. Overall, he did okay. It wasn’t great, but he’ll sustain another week.
Chris - That’s one sexy baldheaded white boy. Oh sorry. He did well. It was nice to actually hear his singing voice, which is very nice. He rocked it.
Kellie - She was just alright to me. I couldn’t get into her. Her performance was a blur. But I’m sure she got all the dirty old men vote.
Katherine - Her vocals was okay. She came off a little awkward to me. She’s not a great performer. Maybe she tried too hard. Didn’t do it for me. But she’s go another week
Ace - Please Please Please go away. He did okay. But he’s beginning to annoy me. Like I said last week, he comes off creepy to me. That eye sex thing with the camera is sickening. I’m hoping he’s a BD.
Bucky - So in his element. I was surprised he didn’t do some upbeat Tim McGraw, Ken Cheney (hope I’m right w/ that name), or Garth Brooks. But he did well. I think he sealed his fate this week.
By shay
April 5, 2006 09:20 AM | Link to this
Mike S, LOL. Tell your wife I’m sorry. But like you said, at least they don’t have the actual ornaments on them.
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 09:21 AM | Link to this
The Dave - I’m sorry. I’m sorry you own 2 of those vests.
By shay
April 5, 2006 09:22 AM | Link to this
THE Dave, Sorry!
By Martha
April 5, 2006 09:22 AM | Link to this
Why do you think Hicks is talented??? He is a novelty singer and once he stops the back and forth motions, the novelty is gone and we are left with a so-so voice. If he was stupid enough to pick “Country Roads” to sing last night when there were SO many other C&W songs to sing, he deserves to visit those roads beginning tonight. A guy is gonna win the competition and it will probably be Chris because he has the talent/look. Elliot is a better singer and lots more versatile, but he is not connecting with the public (and his ears are as troublesome as Mandisa’s figure). The only person who can stop Chris Daughtry is Katherine McPhee. She’s got it as long as she’s into her song. She can sell a song better than anyone in the competition and she’s got the pipes. She NEEDS desparately to sing Ronstadt to connect with her audience. Kellie will also go into the finals and “A Crazy Little Thang Called Love” would take her there. Paula wasn’t even “there” last night….she was in her cups, so to speak. This AI season is losing me and after seeing NS last night, I have found a better show. Please send Bucky home (or Hicks) tonight.
By Carla
April 5, 2006 09:22 AM | Link to this
Mike and Mitch, you both know why! LOL!!!!!!!
FYI, the Brittenums have just finished their first single titled “Strong Love.” And get this, they have one called “911.” Is that hilarious or what???
By Ptrap
April 5, 2006 09:25 AM | Link to this
I don’t think that was Kenny Rogers. It was a wax-like life-sized model, brought to life through animatronics. Did he look weird or what? They are going to have to change that website menwholooklikekennyrogers.com (which is a hoot) to menwholooklikekennyrogersbeforethedisfiguringplasticsurgery.com !!
By Carla
April 5, 2006 09:25 AM | Link to this
My mother has a sweater, vest, etc for every occasion. I’m just used to it now. It really used to bother me. Gotta love her though. She’s festive.:-)
By luvstoread
April 5, 2006 09:26 AM | Link to this
Mike S.. Thanks for the input. Do believe it all comes down to a matter of personal tastes and yes connection with the audience as well. As a 43 old man, I would by a CD by Elliot before I would by one from Chris. Kelly is by far my favorite of all the past AI winners. Her last CD was fantastic!!
By shay
April 5, 2006 09:26 AM | Link to this
Carmen - Goat Girl! That was funny!
By Yvette
April 5, 2006 09:27 AM | Link to this
Bye bye Ace!!! I’m tired of him and I want him to leave. Maybe it’s because I’m still upset about Kevin leaving :) I LOVED KEVIN!!!
Paris - She did great!! Taylor - I don’t care for him, but I enjoyed his performance. Chris - Kinda boring Mandisa - My fav, so she rocked!! Kellie - She did wonderful! Bucky - ok Elliot - ok Katharine - She did well
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 09:29 AM | Link to this
Next Christmas, y’all come down for the lighting of the tree in Forsyth Park. We go just to see the sweaters. It happens right after Thanksgiving, so it’s the first appearance of the year for the festive wear. Last year we saw one with lights that actually worked. It’s a hoot.
By Msteven
April 5, 2006 09:29 AM | Link to this
Not a big country fan..but i always always loved take me home country roads(been lost on enough of them lol! dark deserted lonely country roads! Taylor, my favorite didnt really bring it like john denver with the vocals but i think he still could have added a little more of his flavor(perhaps he should try another arrangement i still think he could make it his own.like the last note which was good(probably the best)elliot had the best vocals next to chris. the rest were mostly forgetable.
By shay
April 5, 2006 09:29 AM | Link to this
Carla, she has one for every occasion? Sorry to you too!!!
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 09:30 AM | Link to this
A little Bo news I picked up from Variety.
Actual Sales of his Album have started spiking again and are now over 750,000. They expect new orders to puch the album to PLatinum within the next 2 weeks. They are releasing a second single this week, and analysts expect it to do much better and to cause album sales to rise accordingly.
Also, Bo asked his handlers to allow him to do the “county fair/city festival” circuit this summer instead of touring on his own or as an opening act. Bo is more comfortable performing in the more relaxed open air venues and feels that this would be the way for him to connect with his fans and reestablish himself after his illness.
By coastal
April 5, 2006 09:31 AM | Link to this
TLuv…Mandisa did sing Shania, didn’t she?
By Ken
April 5, 2006 09:31 AM | Link to this
Taylor Hicks has too many faithful fans. He has a little while tog o before he goes home. Chris impressed me most last night. I thought Paris did good but she still sounded like an imitation. Elliot was good but boring. Ace was a definite snore, drool, turn over, snore, drool, snore again, turn over. Kellie, I don’t know I wasn’t impressed. Bucky, never I never liked but I liked that song just not w/ him singing it. I think Katherine was good but arrogant as usual. Mandisa chose a horrible song but I still think she’s got pipes.
By Jex
April 5, 2006 09:32 AM | Link to this
I think some of the advisors may have told Taylor to tone it down a little as far as the movements and swaying and whoops and hollers. But that’s part of who he is, so it took away from his overall performances. It’s like caging a bird.
By mikegadawg
April 5, 2006 09:32 AM | Link to this
Taylor sucked last nite. by far the worse performance. the Pickler prolly shined the best. the rest in between. i think its anyones guess who will be in the bottom 3.
By red gal
April 5, 2006 09:32 AM | Link to this
Hi everyone. Ptrap I thought that I was the only who didn’t recognize Kenny. Those tiny eye looked pulled up too high and the nose looked like it belonged on someone elses face. I wondered for about 15 minutes when Kenny would appear instead of that other man representing him. Then I found out it was him. Looks like a Hulk Hogan/Joan Rivers mix.
By TLuv
April 5, 2006 09:33 AM | Link to this
Go Bo!!! Another homeboy. Alabama doing the dag-gome thing!!!
By shay
April 5, 2006 09:35 AM | Link to this
I didn’t recognize Kenny either. He looked quite different.
By Songluvr
April 5, 2006 09:36 AM | Link to this
To Martha, Taylor is not doing those back-and-forth motions for a gimmick. He has nervous tics that he tries to not let be too obvious. That was the specific reason he played the harmonica on that ‘long walk’ in Hollywood.
And I was as disappointed as anyone in his performance last night, because I know what he’s capable of. But to those who are saying it was so horrible? Come on. It was only so disappointing because he has set the bar for himself so high.
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 09:36 AM | Link to this
They took all of Kenny’s extra skin and made Josh Turner.
By Jex
April 5, 2006 09:36 AM | Link to this
My taste in music is so eclectic because my mom loved country and gospel and my older brothers loved R&B. Kenny Rogers was one of my mom’s favorites and I used to think he was so handsome. Not anymore. eeww.
By yolanda
April 5, 2006 09:37 AM | Link to this
I agree with you red gal. i was like that is not Kenny. What did he do???? I guess trying to look young but it did not work.
By red gal
April 5, 2006 09:37 AM | Link to this
Paris didn’t seem happy to me last night. When I noticed her mom and grandmother sitting apart made me wonder if there’s trouble in the homefront.
By weathergurl
April 5, 2006 09:38 AM | Link to this
I thought the whole night was pretty boring myself. I missed the first 4 but I heard from my friend that Paris did well. I didn’t like Chris or Ace. Katharine did ok. Her voice was fabulous,as usual, but I didn’t like the song. I’m not a real country fan, so I didn’t recognize most of the songs. I was disappointed in everyone!
I think Mandisa needs to sing a nice ballad. For some reason she keeps trying to do up tempo songs. I’m sure she doesn’t want to get pigoen-holed into a “big-over-weight-ballardere” but Luther Vandross made a career out of it, and so can she. I love Mandisa, but it gets tough seeing her move all of that weight all over the stage week after week. Don’t get me wrong! I like her doing her fast songs, but may she should just try and sit down and sing a great song. Taylor should have sung “Lady” by Kenny Rodgers. (First written and performed by Lionel Richie.)
Kellie was in her element and I thought she well. I thought Ace was off key throughout most of the song.
By luvstoread
April 5, 2006 09:38 AM | Link to this
Just wanted to say I enjoy reading the comments from all on the blog here. Many of you are insightul and downright funny!! Keep up the great work. Hugs to all…
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 09:38 AM | Link to this
Ken - thank you. That’s it! I think that is what bugs me about Katherine. Her arrogance, smugness, whatever you want to call it.
PLus she is just plain awkward on stage. She would do much better just standing at the Mic and singing. As a matter of fact last night looked like “ok walk over to the side of the stage, sultry pose, walk in front of the judges, look at Simon, smirk, walk to other side, sultry pose, now run back to the Mic stand and finish with some big notes”
By choctaw28
April 5, 2006 09:39 AM | Link to this
Does Taylor have nervous ticks? Does he take medication for it?
By shay
April 5, 2006 09:40 AM | Link to this
Last night was the first time I noticed Katherine being arrogant and it rubbed me the wrong way. What is her problem? After being in the bottom three last week, having an attitude was definitely not good. She lost some browny points with me!
By RC
April 5, 2006 09:40 AM | Link to this
Yo D,
Looks like Kenny had a face transplant done in France. My wife didn’t even recognize him at first.
As for the singing, I really liked Lil’ Magic for the first time….we’ve always thought she was cute but she did a good job last night. Sounds like it might be Elliot’s time to go although he is a super singer; I’d like to see Bunky get the boot. Bunky and Pickle will be safe until the last 5…the trailer parks of America have united.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 09:40 AM | Link to this
Mike you noticed when she tried to step down off the step…I thinks he was trying to move around more like Kellie. Just looked funny. She is ackward and tries to make up for it with her facial expressions. AND SHE ENDS EVERY SONG IN THE SAME FACE. It looks like she’s sayin, “yeah I know I did good” with that face.
By Mitch
April 5, 2006 09:43 AM | Link to this
Martha, next week on NS, the contestants will be singing songs they either wrote or co-wrote. This is usually one of the better nights on the show. This is the night that won it for Buddy Jewell in Season 1 with “Help Pour Out The Rain”.
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 09:44 AM | Link to this
I agree kenny looks horrible, but let’s not forget that the man is 66 years old. It may not seem like it, but his first hit record was in 1957. As a matter fact Kenny is the only artist to have a Billboard top 10 hit in the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and 00’s.
By weathergurl
April 5, 2006 09:44 AM | Link to this
I don’t see this so called arrogant thing with Katharine at all. What you guys talking about? She has a solid voice, she stunning and she has stage presence. She appears humble to me. I love her! I wasn’t wild about that song, but she did well and didn’t come across as arrogant. You have to have self-confidence to be a performer.
By Tami
April 5, 2006 09:45 AM | Link to this
I was very impressed by Chris, Katherine’s, Kellie’s & Ace’s performances last night. Mandisa, whom I have loved from the beginning, was OK but didn’t have her usual commanding performance. However, I worried about her going into last night as I don’t think country is her niche anyway. I couldn’t think of any song in retrospect, though, that she could have done in that genre. I think she, Paris & Bucky will be in the bottom 3. Bucky needs to go, but I think poor Paris might end up going home. I hope I’m wrong.
By red gal
April 5, 2006 09:46 AM | Link to this
Is the Nelly/Tim McGraw song “Over and Over” considered Country Music?
By shay
April 5, 2006 09:46 AM | Link to this
weathergurl, I didn’t see it until last night. But she came off as arrogant to me.
By Lan
April 5, 2006 09:47 AM | Link to this
Did anyone notice the shot of Paula when she appeared to be arguing with someone that was behind the scene?
By Ken
April 5, 2006 09:48 AM | Link to this
Self-Confidence is cool. That’s not what I see in her. Elliot and Mandisa are humble. Katherine has a great voice and is an attractive girl and knows it. It’s obvious the way she struts around the stage. Don’t get me wrong though she’s still one of my favorites.
By Deirdre
April 5, 2006 09:48 AM | Link to this
True, Mike and Kenny has led a pretty wild life at times. The plastic surgery must have been done by the same doctor who did Burt Reynolds. The 2 of them look like they’ve been ‘molded’ like clay. At least he SOUNDED like Kenny Rogers.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 09:49 AM | Link to this
Thank you for saying that Martha. Taylor Hicks is not that talented. And last night he was terrible. Paris was terrible. Bucky should have shown his roots and he picked a bad song look for him to go. Ace is safe , yes Shay and Yo he will be back next week. Mandisa what the heck? Look for the bottom three to be Paris, Bucky, Mandisa
By choctaw28
April 5, 2006 09:50 AM | Link to this
Was it me or did it sound like Paris was singing, “How do I leave without you,” instead of “live”. I heard her say it once, which caught my attention then she kept saying it over and over again.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 09:51 AM | Link to this
I’d like the bottom 3 to be Ace, Bucky, and Kellie. But I think the Pickler is safe. The 3rd person will be Mandisa or Paris but I don’t see them both being there.
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 09:52 AM | Link to this
Deirdre, I am really looking forward to tonight. Kenny’s new song “I can’t Unlove You” is fantastic, and he sounded great on Nashville Star last week.
Speaking of NS, Sara Evans really disappointed me last night. She was way off key most of her own song. I think she was ill last night. her face was very puffy (maybe allergies) and she did not come back out at the end of the show and do her second song like every other performer.
By Mitch
April 5, 2006 09:53 AM | Link to this
redgal, I’m not sure if the song is considered country or not but it was played on the CMT and the country radio stations.
Tami, Mandisa sang a Faith Hill song early in the competition and was one of the top for that night. I was worried for her when I saw she was doing that song. I was really hoping for a Wynonna song for her. I was also hoping Paris would do “Cowboy Take Me Away” that she done for the auditions. “How Do I Live” just did not suite her.
By Martha
April 5, 2006 09:53 AM | Link to this
Songluvr, Hicks wasn’t “ticking” last night, so I don’t buy the tooth fairy explanation you foisted. Try again. And the thought that he is “pacing himself” for the competition is just laughable! I hope he plays his harmonica as he says goodbye tonight.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 09:53 AM | Link to this
choctaw, she was trying to put on the country accent like leann and did a horrible job. Live turned into leave in the process. She should be herself. But like Mike (i think it was Mike) said, she probably doesn’t know who Paris is yet.
By bj
April 5, 2006 09:53 AM | Link to this
Bucky is not going home tonight people! He was awesome last night. Mandisa should have her suitcase packed - I hope she gets the boot. She is so irritating!
By weathergurl
April 5, 2006 09:54 AM | Link to this
I’m surprised no did any Bonnie Riatt songs. Katherine should have done one of her songs. Bonnie is very bluesy and I think Katharine would have put her foot in it!
By red gal
April 5, 2006 09:54 AM | Link to this
The show is starting to get on my nerves. I enjoy blogginh with you guys better than I do watching the show. Last week was sorry with the exception of a couple of people. I felt the same this week. More than the contestants, Seacrest and trhe judges should be ashamed of their behavior. Worst AI yet.
By shay
April 5, 2006 09:55 AM | Link to this
I still think that Paris is safe and Mandisa will be in the bottom three.
By Deirdre
April 5, 2006 09:55 AM | Link to this
Did you hear Kenny telling Bucky to enunciate? Did you understand all the words to Bucky’s song last night? My mom hates him…says she can’t understand the words to anything he sings, keeps checking her hearing aids to see if its just her. It isn’t, I lose some of what he sings as well.
By Jay
April 5, 2006 09:55 AM | Link to this
Tami - I though Mandisa would do well on country night because she has made a living singing backup to Faith Hill, Charlie Daniels and other country acts. But she looked and sounded awkward. Also it didn’t help thinking of Shania Twain while looking at Mandisa. That in itself is a huge letdown.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 09:58 AM | Link to this
BJ, how is Mandisa irritating? She doesn’t really do anything that stands out (except for her singing). And Martha you’re the only person I’ve come across who actually dislikes Taylor Hicks. I don’t vote for him and I don’t want him to win but I like him, he’s entertaining and that’s what AI needs.
By Allen
April 5, 2006 09:58 AM | Link to this
Good Morning, All. I pretty much agree with most everyone on here. Taylor will get a wake-up call tonight. He has great talent, but last night was just awful. When it seems like Bucky is going to get the boot, he seems to always do a pretty decent performance to keep him alive, but I hope that’s not the case this week, unless it’s Ace that leaves. I’m almost as tired of hearing his shaky, nervous sounding voice as I am hearing Paula give feedback to the contestants! Does anyone agree with me that she might be on something? Or is she just that dumb? Sometimes I feel embarassed for her, just because of the things that come out of her mouth. Tonight should be interesting.
By weathergurl
April 5, 2006 09:59 AM | Link to this
Red girl, I agree. The show is beginning to get on my nerves. I’ve been disappopinted for the last 2 weeks. I’m not too sure next week will get any better. Queen??? I like Queen but I’m not ready to sit and endure an entire night of their songs!
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 09:59 AM | Link to this
bj Buckey wasnt awesome. It is not that I dont like him but he and Kellie were in their genre lasst night and really needed to stand above the rest. Kellie did but Bucky didn’t. I dont think he is the worst out there but look for him to be in the bottome three but hopefully Mandisa will go. If I want to hear Mandisa I will go down to the gosspil church.
By Deirdre
April 5, 2006 10:00 AM | Link to this
Mandisa lost all her confidence last night (why do we call it confidence in some and arrogance in others) She didn’t seem comfortable on stage at all. And WHY would she wear horizontal stripes?
By IHeartChrisYoung
April 5, 2006 10:01 AM | Link to this
Mike S— A Nashville Star blog would definitely be the way to go! Chris will win it all! I agree with your rankings, now its just time to watch all the ladies and Jared leave!
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 10:03 AM | Link to this
Tammi, good to see someone who actually listens to the music being sung. I think you are right on.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 10:03 AM | Link to this
Deirdre, arrogance is exploited confidence. I think exploited is the right word. LOL @ horizontal stripes. I have some on today…but then again I’m not Mandisa.
By red gal
April 5, 2006 10:03 AM | Link to this
Queen??? Is that group still together? How old are they? Do they have enough hits to make AI interesting next week?
By matthew
April 5, 2006 10:04 AM | Link to this
Ace sucks he is singing all of the gay ballots, please please hope is voted off tonight………..
By Jex
April 5, 2006 10:04 AM | Link to this
Why indeed Deirdre?
By Lara
April 5, 2006 10:04 AM | Link to this
Well, I like some country music, but I sure didn’t like last night. I do think Chris is the only one that did really well. He took in what the judges have said to him and really came out of it with a great performance. I think they have said it many times - SONG CHOICE, SONG CHOICE, SONG CHOICE. Taylor sang the song, but that was it, he didn’t FEEL it. Elliott was off more than on, and it was just not good. Mandisa did not take most all our suggestions (as well as the judges) and take it down a notch, bring out the softer side of Mandisa. We know you are a power singer, now show us you can sing….and the wardrobe person should be SHOT!! A knit top with no sleeves and HORIZONTAL STRIPES?! Are you kidding me?
Someone call Stacey and Clinton now! (ahem, a What not to wear reference) Paris had nice hair - there, I said something nice about her too. Katherine, I think we all know I do not like her, and she didn’t change that opinion last night. First, awful outfit. Second, would you freakin’ quit it with the “sultry stares into the camera”? I think we got enough of that last year from Constantine. That and her annunctiation was AWFUL - you wanna do WHAT with Elvis? Bucky held his own in his category, but needs to be more clear in his verses. Kellie was ok, but enough with the cutesy song choices. Didn’t someone on Nashville Star just do that same song - and better?
All in all, the bottom 3 - Ace (didn’t mention him, cause it makes me sick to think about his performance), Katherine and Elliott. Ok, that is just my personal bottom 3, but I know at least Ace will be in there.
By Lara
April 5, 2006 10:06 AM | Link to this
Queen??? Is that group still together? How old are they? Do they have enough hits to make AI interesting next week?
redgal, are you really kidding me? The group is still together, but not really recording because their lead singer DIED!! Do they have enough hits? WHAT?! Ok, do a little musical history research before posting next time, please!!!
By Carla
April 5, 2006 10:06 AM | Link to this
Everyone remember Kat went to the same school that the incredibly annoying Constantine Maroules went to. Maybe she just can’t help it.
By choctaw28
April 5, 2006 10:06 AM | Link to this
Redgurl, the show is defintely tiresome, but I still watch it. I think need to go to Idol rehab. Speaking of rehab, yes Allen I definitely believe Paula is on something.
By Sandra
April 5, 2006 10:07 AM | Link to this
Paris did look great last night and did a pretty fair job. Mandisa disappointed but is a great singer. Chris is a good singer but good-looking not. Bucky wore the hat well. Kelly still playing the dumb roll and you guys are eating it up. Kat looked better but did just o.k. Taylor had a bad night but still a good singer. The rest no comment. My vote still goes to Mandisa a great singer.
By red gal
April 5, 2006 10:08 AM | Link to this
Like I said earlier. No matter what Mandisa wears there will always be something off about it? I must say though, I do believe that she does the very best with what she is working with. She seem to care about how she looks. Some overweight people don’t give a d@m.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 10:08 AM | Link to this
Lara,
*Second, would you freakin’ quit it with the “sultry stares into the camera”? *
THANK YOU!
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 10:09 AM | Link to this
Entertainment news :
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member Gene Pitney has died of a Heart attack. Among his hit songs “town without Pity” “Only Love can break a Heart” “The Man Who Shot Liberty Valanbce” “Somethings Gotten Hold of my Heart” “Louisiana Man”
By Ken
April 5, 2006 10:10 AM | Link to this
Paula has a back problem. We had a discussion yesterday that the way she acts could be the cause of her medication or a mixture of the medication and alcohol.
By Storms Tornado
April 5, 2006 10:12 AM | Link to this
Bucky did well for a good ol boy.Kelli was very good.Taylor will survive. McPhee is a normal arrogant young girl who can sing well,her attitude will be a bump on the road to stardom. Mandisa will be a back up singer at best. Paris is not as good as people think she is. Elliot is going to get a record deal with someone soon,he has an unusually unique voice for certain songs. Chris is like Hammer said “YOU CAN’T TOUCH THIS” he can sing a Mickey Mouse song and still be the lead vote getter,because he is that good and the record companies knows that, it is not IF it is who he is going to sign with. Ace will date Paula Abdul after this season over with, Abdul’s connection in the business may help him sign a deal before he vanishes into the ocean.. I believe Ace will be out this week..This is my opinion I welcome yours folks.. God bless..
By Jex
April 5, 2006 10:13 AM | Link to this
I don’t think Mandisa thinks she’s fat. She kept trying to do something sexy with her arm behind her head while she was singing last night and it just didn’t work. I don’t think she should be ashamed, but it’s all in the presentation.
By alan
April 5, 2006 10:15 AM | Link to this
So I am posting this before reading all of the comments this morning only Rodney’s. My view on last night was somewhat different than Rodney.
Chris I told you all Chris would wow you with a Keith Urban song last week.
Bucky To me, he and Chris tied for the top spot. He did fantastic and just for his performance last night I hope he makes it as he deserves it.
Ace Now I did not know this song but the wife and I really liked it.
Kelli She’s back but I think she still could have done better.
Katherine The wife really liked this but I was kinda so so on this song. Neither one of us knew it. The wife and I thought she sounded good but again she just didn’t connect.
Elliot Just didn’t do it for me. It was ok but in comparison to Garth there is none.
Taylor He better pick up his game. He needs to step into the modern era. For all of the fuss about Chris not changing from Rock ever Taylor needs to something different than his blues.
Paris She acted great and looked cute. Out of all of the people who have ever recorded this song they all blow it away and sound great. Her performance was weak considering how powerful of a ballad this can be especially with her strong voice
Mandisa So disappointed. Her voice was cracking constantly throughout the entire first half of the song. I watched her again this morning just to be sure as I couldn’t believe it. Once she got to the second half of the song her voice got stronger more to the screaming. I am beginning to think she sings in the screaming voice to hide her normal range as it was bad last night.
My prediction for the bottom 3: Mandisa, Ace and Katherine with Ace heading home. In a suprise it just may be Mandisa as her performance was just that bad last night.
By Martha
April 5, 2006 10:15 AM | Link to this
Ken, Hicks’ schtick is bogus. You can’t see his wiggling (if that is what is SO intriguing about his act) on a CD and his voice is MIA. I don’t know the guy—he could be real nice, but his singing is not. If some one gave me a free Hicks CD, I would pass on it. Elliot, on the other hand, does have a voice. He sings sincerely without wiggling around and appears to give a bit of thought to his song choices. Big difference.
By shay
April 5, 2006 10:16 AM | Link to this
Jex, I think she knows she’s fat. But fat people want to feel sexy too. There is nothing wrong with that.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 10:16 AM | Link to this
LOL. Jex, Mandisa knows she’s overweight, trust me. I think she was trying to be sexy for the song. I was a little grossed out too I must admit.
By red gal
April 5, 2006 10:17 AM | Link to this
Look before anyone gets all jacked up (Lara) over my Queen comment. I’m not taking a jab at anyone who has died. All I’m saying is that IMO it’s not a good theme.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 10:19 AM | Link to this
Yep, but Elliot’s boring. Nothing remains in my mind about his performance last night except that goatee he’s trying to grow out.
By red gal
April 5, 2006 10:23 AM | Link to this
M-A-N-D-I-S-A is a big girl name. Her fate was sealed from birth.
By Jex
April 5, 2006 10:23 AM | Link to this
Shay, you’re right. Everyone wants to feel sexy. But the arms, man. THE ARMS!
By GEH
April 5, 2006 10:24 AM | Link to this
Not a country fan..but I think Paris was great and I don’t have a comment on the others.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 10:24 AM | Link to this
Hey all. Shout out to Carla and Shay..there is a new sexy in town! Chris!!!!!! I actually wrote my first impression on paper after each performance last night.
Mandisa - bland as black and it’s hard to make black boring! I wear it all the time.
Ace - nasal
Paris - awesome (first time I’ve liked her)
Taylor - boring high school performance
Kellie - in her element; believable, great country soul; best closing note that was a power punch and raspy
Chris - he’s back in my bed; take a breath. very soothing
Katherine - more bluesy than country; not very exciting; like whatever
Elliott - okay vocals; choked the mic, didn’t feel country
Bucky - I want to fall into his arms
Bottom three - Mandisa, Elliott, Ace.
Who deserves to be in bottom three? Taylor!
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 10:26 AM | Link to this
I have said this before, but I have chronic back pain. I take meds. If I went to work and acted as loopy as Paula, I would be in danger of losing my job. AI is Paula’s job. A $5 million a year job at that. I hold it together 50 hours a week. She works 2 hours a week. No sympathy here.
By kat1dawg
April 5, 2006 10:26 AM | Link to this
I just wanted to ask…What do people that like Elliot see in him, including the judges? I think his voice is flat week after week and I would turn the channel on the radio if he ever had anything on it!
By Martha
April 5, 2006 10:27 AM | Link to this
Lara, unless there is an angel Gabriel with a lily in his hand, there is no annuciation. The word you are seeking is enunciation. Hey, I’m groovin’ on your opinion though! Shalom, Babes-
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 10:27 AM | Link to this
Vin - Chris is in your bed??? No wonder he didn’t call me last night…
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 10:28 AM | Link to this
Yeah!! Finally someone else who watched the same show as I did. I love you Vin.
FOR THE RECORD — Chris will never be in my bed, and I don’t want to fall into Bucky’s arms. I’ll settle for resting my head on Kellie’s ummmmm assets.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 10:29 AM | Link to this
Early bird gets the worm YoDaddy!
By Lara
April 5, 2006 10:32 AM | Link to this
Thanks Martha - no caffeine (trying to cut down), so I can’t spell this morning. THANKS! ;)
By Vin
April 5, 2006 10:32 AM | Link to this
Yes Mike S, when I read your take on their performances, I could see we were kindred spirits. I was right there with you love!
By Carla
April 5, 2006 10:33 AM | Link to this
Hey Vin and Yo, I think you may have a fight on your hands. I kinda think he was looking at me while he was singing.:-)
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 10:35 AM | Link to this
Vin, I have always repected your opinion but Paris was aweful last night. And Buckey? What>? I am not sure if you were on your game last night. Chris did a Great job. BUT BUCKEY???
By Vin
April 5, 2006 10:37 AM | Link to this
Oh that scoundrel…he is playing us all. Wait until I get my hands on him. and his arms, and his chest and his legs and his lips and his….
By Terri
April 5, 2006 10:37 AM | Link to this
Last night was a very boring night for me. I was a little disappointed in my girl Mandisa. She should have sung another Faith Hill song and not wear that type of outfit. I tried to vote for her last night about 15 times and couldn’t get thru. Paris was good but not fantastic. Kellie was at her best. Taylor was very boring. Can’t predict who will go home tonight, sure hope it’s not Mandisa,Paris or Elliot. Rooting for Ace or Bucky to say goodbye.
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 10:38 AM | Link to this
Mike S, I agree with you on the Sara Evans thing. She appeared to be straining to hit her notes and never hit them. Melanie Torres gone and Jared and Kristen still alive???? Big surprise. Next week will be the bomb. I don’t see the girls killing us with original material. I bet Chris Young and Casey Rivers have some good stuff. Do you know who the guests are next week?
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 10:39 AM | Link to this
Vin - Chris sang my favorite Keith Urban song. Coincidence? I don’t think so.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 10:41 AM | Link to this
Jeff, compared to Paris’ previous performances, I thought she was good last night…her hair was normal, her outfit was cute and she didn’t “bob ‘dat haid”. I thought she hit the notes and I felt she was really being herself for the first time. She toned it down. And yes I did like Bucky and how he sat on the side stage and just sang like it was for me and no one else. It was sweet and simple and I thought he did a much better job enunciating and projecting his voice.
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 10:44 AM | Link to this
Vin, I gotta admit, the whole time I thought Chris was singing to Yo Daddy…..
By red gal
April 5, 2006 10:45 AM | Link to this
Like I said Terri. There’s always going to be something wrong with Mandisa’s outfit. One good thing about her though. She seems to have curves in all the right placed. If she lost the weight she’d be (as Paris Hilton would say) “That’s Hot”!
By Ptrap
April 5, 2006 10:48 AM | Link to this
Elliot was almost…attractive last night? Maybe he was wearing bronzer? I don’t know, he was slightly less gnome-like last night. And the hair stylist broke up his line of demarcation…aka Bangs. Thank god.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 10:48 AM | Link to this
Ill give you that Vin, I just thought he needed to wow’em last night because of the genre I didnt see that from him. I thought Kellie did well and needed to. I agree with you on Kathrine. But seriously, Ace did better than last week and he did better than Taylor and Mandisa. I think he is gone next week but I think we are going to see asurprise tonight!
By Vin
April 5, 2006 10:49 AM | Link to this
Well Yo Daddy keeps jumping in front of me. I’m like, “wait your turn”!
By Mr.Teeth
April 5, 2006 10:49 AM | Link to this
Did anyone notice they fixed up everyone with Jacked up teeth ? They look much better and hope it helps them in the future.
By Carla
April 5, 2006 10:50 AM | Link to this
Jim J’s just saying that because he likes Vin.:-)
Vin, did you miss Paris when they were going to commercial break before her performance. She was doing the lean wit it rock wit it. Again!!!!
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 10:52 AM | Link to this
I don’t know tooth fairy, Elliot’s fangs still looked multi-directional and Bucky’s buckys were still easter egg yellow…………..
By Vin
April 5, 2006 10:54 AM | Link to this
Jeff, Bucky probably should have took a page out of Chris’ book this week and hit the stage with strobes and lasers and blast out some “Thunder Rolls”. Bucky is not flashy but I was still felt moved by his performance.
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 10:57 AM | Link to this
Vin, can you elaborate on how exactly Bucky “moved” you? I think I’m jealous.
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 10:57 AM | Link to this
I thought Bucky was trying hard to sound exactly like Gary Allen. Except when Gary sings it, you can understand the words.
By Deirdre
April 5, 2006 10:57 AM | Link to this
Maybe we’re all just getting used to the teeth….but Eliot did look better last night. Didn’t sing all that well, just ok. He’s the same every week. I thought he took Kenny’s direction very well and enjoyed him more because he did. He awed me with that jazz number a few weeks back but hasn’t done much for me since then. I acknowledge that his voice is good but he is not a performer.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 10:57 AM | Link to this
No Carla! I missed Paris’ lean wit it, rock wit it. Dang girl. I need to pay closer attention. Well, Jim J is just jealous. He professed his love for me yesterday so today he’s just trying to make me think Chris wants YoDaddy.
By TLuv
April 5, 2006 10:59 AM | Link to this
I’m not sure about the Queen theme. I think that’s going to be another terrible night. I may not watch. It will be too painful.
Yes…Mandisa should have never wore that top…sleeves please. I know it’s getting warm but not. I love Mandisa but her arms looks like my legs.
I can’t say it enough…Ace please go home.
By coastal
April 5, 2006 10:59 AM | Link to this
You can listen to Queen soundclips at Amazon.com (Queen - Greatest hits Vol 1 & 2) as a memory refresher. It is a fun game trying to match the songs to who will sing them next week. I’m writing down my picks and I’ll see how it matches up.
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 11:00 AM | Link to this
Mitch - they have not announced next weeks guest performer on NS. The forum says that Hank Williams Jr. was scheduled, but they are holding off announcing it because of his legal problem in Memphis.
By Calvin Jones
April 5, 2006 11:00 AM | Link to this
As Simon would say, the problem with AI is that the best entertainers can easily be kicked off the show. (Remember the 3 Divas) It’s hardly America’s choice when there’s more than one vote per person. You could probably take any decent singer/entertainer, throw millions of dollars at their career and produce some sort of measurable success. I say we vote to kick off the judges each week for making stupid comments.
By alan
April 5, 2006 11:02 AM | Link to this
kat1dawg, I agree with you that Elliot is very boring week after week and his voice is not that good. I have just not gotten the praise for him on this board and the judges. I suggested last week he sing a very powerful song. In some ways that Garth song can be powerful and his version was totally flat. I suggested last week he try to do Vince Gill and show us if he is truly a great male vocalist as some on here believe. He couldn’t even pull of Garth much less Vince.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 11:02 AM | Link to this
Well Jim J, in Peetey Pablo style…do you want it over here, do you want it over ‘der….(ya’ll know I can get wrong)
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 11:02 AM | Link to this
Jim did you get that release you needed from yourself last night?
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 11:06 AM | Link to this
So Shay thank you for an honest about who is going home tonight. I think you are right we are going to see some surprises tonight and look for Mandisa to go home.I thought maybe Buckey but Vin let me know how he might have caught the attention of the ladies. I dont notice things like that. Contrary to belief.lol So you thought Ace did ok?
By Fed Up
April 5, 2006 11:06 AM | Link to this
Who in the world told Mandisa that her ourfit was flattering? To go along with that, her singing matched it. Paula, get the earplugs out!
Paris, as usual, played to the camera instead of the audience, and makes it look like she is seeking air time rather than trying to win a singing contest. She blew last night, singing-wise.
Taylor surprised me to no end. He was awful last night, and he’s one of my favorites! He’s definitely not a country singer.
If I had to base my selection on last night, it would be Kelly first and Katherine 2nd.
Other than the ones listed above, I couldn’t even remember the singing of the others, it was that unimpressive.
By Mitch
April 5, 2006 11:07 AM | Link to this
They said on the show last night that Wynonna would be performing. I forgot the name of the guest judge though.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 11:07 AM | Link to this
What are all these rumors about Prince wanting to perform on AI? I had ringside tix to his concert in Atlanta last year with early private sales through his fan club. Then he added a second consecutive show and I missed the whole thing because I didn’t check my tix to confirm which night I was going. And I got it wrong!!!
By alan
April 5, 2006 11:08 AM | Link to this
I thought Bucky did a terrible job with his enunciation last week but this week he was very clear with his words. Acknowledge improvement when it is there. I know past performances mean a lot in this show.
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 11:10 AM | Link to this
Jeff - your boy Ace will be gone long before Mandisa. Sorry.
By shay
April 5, 2006 11:11 AM | Link to this
Jeff, I thought he did o.k considering how he has done in the past. I think Mandisa is in trouble tonight.
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 11:11 AM | Link to this
Mitch - Next week will be Wynonna performing and David Gordon will be the guest Judge.
The next week Cowboy Troy will be performing and Patti LaBelle will be guest Judge
The next week Hank Williams Jr performs and guest judges.
No announcement yet for the Finale.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 11:12 AM | Link to this
I think Mandisa is in trouble tonight Fed Up. And you are right about the top. Horiontal stripes that barely covered her ASSets? Between the song and the clothing, it was a bad night for her.
By Pen
April 5, 2006 11:14 AM | Link to this
By Deirdre
April 5, 2006 11:14 AM | Link to this
I’d like to think Ace will be gone before Mandisa but I’m not so sure. Ace has his groupies and they are devoted. Mandisa has disappointed for two weeks now. I think it is a lot easier for someone who is really good and bombs 1 or 2 performances to get eliminated than it is for someone like Ace to leave. Higher expectations.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 11:14 AM | Link to this
After that performance Yo,Even you have to admit that gosspil and country. I am not a fan of Ace, I dont have a favorite. I just like to see the best win. The last two Idols the best singer didnt win. I would like to see Chris or Elliot or Kathrine win. They are the best singers. But I listen to the performances and how does well that is all. I have no favorite.
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 11:15 AM | Link to this
Vin - the story is that Prince’ handlers have convinced him to go on the show in conjunction with his new CD release. Prince doesn’t watch the show and does not want to do it so at the moment it is not confirmed.
Also rumored that Rod Stewart will be a guest performer later this year.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 11:16 AM | Link to this
YoDaddy, normally I would agree with you. Ace wasn’t great last night but neither was Mandisa. Last week she pulled out the religion card and this week she just didn’t get it at all. Ace is the same “ick” every week and we’ve come to know what we’ll get with him. But Mandisa has let us all down. She is in serious trouble. I think she and Elliott will be bottom two, and from there is anyone’s guess.
By Mitch
April 5, 2006 11:16 AM | Link to this
For the Nashville Star Fans: If you want a sample of Chris Young’s original music, you can go to (http://www.chrisyoungcountry.com/music.html#1).
He co-wrote every song on his CD.
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 11:17 AM | Link to this
After that performance Yo,Even you have to admit that gosspil and country.
Huh? I don’t have my Jeff to English dictionary handy.
By jan
April 5, 2006 11:17 AM | Link to this
Lara, I agree with your comments. Women of large stature - especially in the hip area should refrain from wearing horizontal stripes. The only exception to this rule is if the horizontal stripes are strategically located in the “bust” area only - to create an obvious illusion for those less endowed. Mandisa looked terrible and I was not pleased with her song selection. She seemed breathless in several spots and it was not enjoyable.
Taylor bombed on the “Take me Home Country Roads” John Denver song. For such a simple song, he forgot the words in a couple of places and creatively replaced them with something else. He would have been better off to sing “Thank God I’m a Country Boy”, which would have provided a better venue for his skills. Or better yet, why not pick a Kenny Rogers song like Lucille - I could imagine Taylor singing getting into it.
For that matter, why have such a talented singer/songwriter as Kenny Rogers on the show whose music spans decades and not have anyone sing any of his songs - strange!
My Mom really likes Kellie and I think she is cute in her own way - but come on - we all know Fancy is a song about a Mama who turns her daughter out to be a hooker - although she gets her life straightened out by the end of the song -is that an image to be portrayed by an American Idol.
I was dissapointed in all of the song selections last night. Where was the true country? It all seemed mainstream -pop to me and it felt like the contestants chose those songs because they didn’t want to venture into the true roots of country and wanted to play it safe.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 11:19 AM | Link to this
Deirdre, I think you are exactly right. There is no question Mandisa is a better singer but 2 bad performances and not in her Genre, looks bad for her. Like I told Shay, I have no favorites I just like to see the people who sing the best stay. A lot of people jump on me because I liked one of Aces performances and he did a better job last night than most. Do I think he is the next idol, no way. But I think you hit it right on the button. It doesnt matter if you are the better perfomer here, you are only as good as your last performance!
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 11:20 AM | Link to this
Last night my personal bottom 3 was Ace, Katherine and Mandisa (with a possibility of Eliot of Paris ending up there).
After reviewing this blog, other blogs, the polls etc I think the Bottom 3 tonight will be Mandisa, Eliot, Ace (Paris may be there instead of Ace)
Evrything points to the vote off being Mandisa or Eliot.
I predict Eliot is leaving us tonight unfortunately.
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 11:21 AM | Link to this
My Mom really likes Kellie and I think she is cute in her own way - but come on - we all know Fancy is a song about a Mama who turns her daughter out to be a hooker - although she gets her life straightened out by the end of the song -is that an image to be portrayed by an American Idol.
Yeah, she should have sung Fantasia’s “Baby Mama.” That’s the true American Idol image.
By alan
April 5, 2006 11:22 AM | Link to this
It seems that the feeling here is that the majority would like to see Chris win as I would at this point in the competetion. However, with the dialidol numbers each week it seems like a longshot. For some reason Taylor seems to be racking it up still even thought the last three weeks have been less than good.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 11:23 AM | Link to this
Jim it is alright, dont be embarrassed. There are a few massage parlors in the back of the sports page if you need it.
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 11:24 AM | Link to this
Jeff, Jeff, Jeff, just when I was foolish enough to start thinking that you might actually be able to interact civilly and be a part of something meaningful, you come up with some more stupid, off-the-wall comments that make absolutely no sense. What are you talking about? Can you please clarify yourself and try to write coherent sentences?
By Fed Up
April 5, 2006 11:26 AM | Link to this
The cut of Mandisa’s top made it look like it was riding up on her. But even if I closed my eyes and listened without looking at her, it was awful. As I said above, the only 2 that made an impression on me were Kelly and Katherine. The only thing going against Kelly is that I don’t know if America is going to vote in another country singer after last year’s winner, and that seems to be Kelly’s genre. Katherine’s downfall is her immaturity. But after last night, they were the best of the lot.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 11:27 AM | Link to this
Mitch I would go to a Chris Young concert today! I watch the Saturday morning show even though I get the spoiler on here from you guys. But I don’t mind. And you’re right about his cowboy hat. First time I saw it, it was really hillbillyish, but all the horse and tackle stores are selling them…even Wal-Mart!!!
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 11:28 AM | Link to this
Mike, you didnt like Kathrine last night? Other than Chris I thought she did better than everyone else. I think you right about the bottom three except and I have said this before I am not a fan of Ace and Paris is a better singer but I would like to see who ever does the better job to stay and Ace was better than Paris was last night. What did you think about Buckey?
By G
April 5, 2006 11:29 AM | Link to this
I just want to comment on dialidol.com. It would seem to me that all the people who text message their votes (like me)would skew their results. I wonder if they have an algorithm to run their raw numbers thru to account for text voting?
By Ken
April 5, 2006 11:29 AM | Link to this
LOL! B-A-B-Y M-A-M-A! k I’m busy today no time for long comments but still trying to read posts.
By Mitch
April 5, 2006 11:31 AM | Link to this
I have Chris’s 1st CD (recorded when he was 17) and he co-wrote or wrote every song on it as well. I would put it up against Tim McGraw (since he sang a Tim McGraw song last night) or most other established mle country singers and think it would hold it’s on.
By jan
April 5, 2006 11:31 AM | Link to this
Yo Daddy - Not a big Fantasia fan myself, however appreciate your comments about her repertoire of song selections. Did she sing “Baby Mama” on AI?
By Vin
April 5, 2006 11:31 AM | Link to this
Here we go…Jim and Jeff! Now we have a real blawg tonight!!!
By Ken
April 5, 2006 11:33 AM | Link to this
Jan, you know Simon would not allow her to sing such…trash.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 11:33 AM | Link to this
Yo, do I have to spell everything out for you. Country and gosspil, d-i-d y-o-u r-e-a-l-l-y t-h-i-n-k i-t w-o-r-k-e-d?
By shay
April 5, 2006 11:34 AM | Link to this
She didn’t sing Baby Mama on Idol. She sang “Truth is” and the song she sang when she won.
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 11:35 AM | Link to this
jan - I have never heard it, but I understand “Baby Mama” was Fantasia’s big hit after she won AI. A true celebration of illiterate unwed mothers everywhere.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 11:36 AM | Link to this
Jim, my point is this, RELAX. I made a comment the other week about what I thought the people performed like. I thought Ace did a good job on his falsetto in Butterflies. The judges agreeed and so did the fans as he was not in the bottom three. You told me that Kevin was a better singer. I told you he was going home and I didnt respect that comment and you jumped on me for being gay because I thought Ace did a good job. i didnt respect you for that. Your not an Ace fan, neither am I but I do listen to the music and what they sing. I just ask you do the same.
By Carla
April 5, 2006 11:36 AM | Link to this
Ken, she is what she is. That happens to be somebody’s baby mama.:-)
By DUKE
April 5, 2006 11:38 AM | Link to this
THE NEXT THEME NEXT WEEK IS QUEEN….OH, I KNOW WHO THE GUEST IS GOING TO BE..humm..humm..COULD IT BE…humm humm..SATAN….OH, NO NOT SATAN AS QUEEN..IT’S..IT’S…NO IT CAN’T BE….NOT HER…NO…NO..BUT IT IS….IT’S IT’S…CYNTHIA MCKINNEY……
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 11:39 AM | Link to this
OK Jeff, is that what you were trying to say? I guess you do need to spell it out for me. What will you do when Ace gets booted tonight? Bel Ami has a lot of guys that look like Ace. Try their classic video “Farmboys.” I think you’ll like it.
By Deirdre
April 5, 2006 11:40 AM | Link to this
iggit
By IdolOverEasy
April 5, 2006 11:40 AM | Link to this
Wow…two weeks in a row that pretty much stunk like a dead skunk in a barrell of rotten pickles…And with everyone doing Queen next week, I don’t look for it to be any better. Not many can sing Freddy Mercury and make it sound better, or even as good.
My picks from last night:
1`Chris - I thought he took a good song and made it great. Loved the way his voice sounded, and he finally changed it up and did something other than rock it out….. 2 Kellie - she really should have gone for Nashville Star….. 3 Paris - I am in the minority, and believe me, it hurts to say this because I really can’t stand Paris, but she was excellent last night….. 4 - Ace - again, I am disgusted with myself because I can’t stand Ace, but I gotta give kudos where kudos are due, he was pretty good 5 Eliot - I thought his voice was weak and trembling and he should have done better with a good song like that 6 Katherine - I can hear the howls now of “how can IOE be so stupid?” but I really just thought she had an average night last night 7 Mandisa - very disappointing to me, though her voice was still pretty good 8 Taylor - worst performance he has had, just going through the motions. A true professional makes the best of everything, and he failed in this. You could tell he hated the song and the genre. 9 - Bucky - he will be going home…he should have been one of the best in a genre that is clearly his, but he was only average, and if he can’t excel in country, he deserves to go.By Vin
April 5, 2006 11:41 AM | Link to this
I have not heard any of Fantasia’s released music. Season 3 was a bomb for me and I really didn’t like anyone after seeing Clay and Reuben in Season 2. AI4 redeemed itself last year and AI5 is holding it’s own as well. I would love to hear “Baby Mama” just to know what everyone is talking about though.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 11:41 AM | Link to this
Leave Cynthia McKinney alone!
By Brenda
April 5, 2006 11:41 AM | Link to this
okay okay okay…#1, Chris DID NOT sing a Tim McGraw song last night. It was Keith Urban. Whoever put Bucky in the bottom 3, did you listen to him AT ALL?? he nailed that Gary Allan song, hands down. My pick for the bottom 3, Mandisa, Catherine, and Ace. I was a Mandisa fan early on, but people aren’t that good every week, with the exception of Mr. Daughtry
By Ken
April 5, 2006 11:42 AM | Link to this
lol oh nevermind deirdra
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 11:43 AM | Link to this
B-A-B-Y M-A-M-A This goes out to all my baby mamas This goes out to all my baby mamas B-A-B-Y M-A-M-A This goes out to all my baby mamas I got love for all my baby mamas
It’s about time we had our own song Don’t know what took so long Cause nowadays it’s like a badge of honor To be a baby mama I see ya payin’ ya bills I see ya workin’ ya job I see ya goin’ to school And girl I know it’s hard And even though ya fed up With makin’ beds up Girl, keep ya head up All my
[chorus] B-A-B-Y M-A-M-A This goes out to all my baby mamas This goes out to all my baby mamas B-A-B-Y M-A-M-A This goes out to all my baby mamas I got love for all my baby mamas
I see you get that support check in the mail You open it and you’re like, “What the Hell?” You say, “This ain’t even half of daycare” Sayin’ to yourself, “This s** ain’t fair” And all my girls who don’t get no help Who gotta do everything by yourself Remember, what don’t kill you can only make you stronger My baby mama
[chorus] B-A-B-Y M-A-M-A This goes out to all my baby mamas This goes out to all my baby mamas B-A-B-Y M-A-M-A This goes out to all my baby mamas I got love for all my baby mamas
Cause we the backbone (of the hood) I always knew that (that we could) We can go anywhere, we can do anything I know we can make it if we dream And I think it should be a holiday For single mothers, tryin’ to make a way But until then, here is your song Show love to my….
[chorus] B-A-B-Y M-A-M-A This goes out to all my baby mamas This goes out to all my baby mamas B-A-B-Y M-A-M-A This goes out to all my baby mamas I got love for all my baby mamas
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 11:45 AM | Link to this
We the backbone of the hood!
By Deirdre
April 5, 2006 11:45 AM | Link to this
Yo Daddy. Impressive!
By IdolOverEasy
April 5, 2006 11:45 AM | Link to this
Yo Daddy….keep the day job dude….LOL
By Vin
April 5, 2006 11:48 AM | Link to this
I thought Bucky nailed it also Brenda. He is not going home tonight. My bottom three are Mandisa, Ace and Elliott…or Katherine could be in there. The vocals were good but her personality is still missing.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 11:50 AM | Link to this
Thanks YoDaddy. Don’t know what to make of its message, but Fantasia got lucky is all I can say.
By Mitch
April 5, 2006 11:51 AM | Link to this
Barbara, I was responding to Vin about Chris Young on Nashville Star. He did sing a Tim McGraw song last night.
By Carla
April 5, 2006 11:51 AM | Link to this
Yo Daddy, why am I singing along?? Hilarious!! You know your Fantasia don’t you.:-)
By V S
April 5, 2006 11:52 AM | Link to this
I think they ALL SUCKED!!! What a boring show!! I’m ready to stop watching it.
By jan
April 5, 2006 11:53 AM | Link to this
Yo - thanks for the lyrics.
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 11:53 AM | Link to this
LOL Carla - I just Googled the lyrics. Never heard it before.
By IdolOverEasy
April 5, 2006 11:53 AM | Link to this
My song picks for Queen week….(just songs I think each could sing excellently)….
Mandisa - Keep Yourself Alive…
Katherine - Who Wants to Live Forever…
Chris - Tie Your Mother Down…
Taylor - Fat Bottom Girls…
Eliot - It’s a Kind of Magic…
Paris - The Show Must Go On…
Bucky (if he is still around) - Let’s Go Crazy…
Ace - Radio Gaga…
Kellie - ummm…er…..welllll….okay, so there’s not any Queen song she can sing and sing well….Maybe she could hum a few bars of We Will Rock You????
By Carla
April 5, 2006 11:53 AM | Link to this
Vin, she was speaking to all the baby mammas. And those who aspire to be.:-)
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 11:54 AM | Link to this
stomp stomp CLAP stomp stomp CLAP
By Vin
April 5, 2006 11:55 AM | Link to this
VS, not all singers wear their pants around their knees.
By Carla
April 5, 2006 11:57 AM | Link to this
First I’m gon stack my flo, and then what, then i’m gon stack some mo, and then what…. Yo Daddy, get it crunk!!! LOL!!!!!!!!!!
By Vin
April 5, 2006 11:58 AM | Link to this
Thanks Carla. :-) I got that part that she was trying to be an inspiration but the sad reality is most baby mama will not get lucky like Fantasia and they will struggle.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 12:00 PM | Link to this
Carla! We got a princess rapper here with us.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 12:01 PM | Link to this
Yo, I dont care if Ace goes home tonight. Like I have said three times. I dont have a favorite. I do listen to the singing and I like to see the people who perform go on. And you cant tell me that Mandisa was better than Ace or Anyone last night.
By Deirdre
April 5, 2006 12:03 PM | Link to this
Kellie will get votes next week for 2 reasons. The’She’s just the cutest thang” vote and the ‘oh my gawd, she has to sing a Queen song, that’s just not fair’ vote.
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 12:04 PM | Link to this
Jeff - Mandisa sucked, but Ace will still go home before she does.
By Amanda
April 5, 2006 12:05 PM | Link to this
Does dialidol take into account all the text messaging votes? Somebody may have asked that before, but it seems like a huge percentage of the votes would come from texting.
By Diane
April 5, 2006 12:05 PM | Link to this
so many posts ahead of me. i tried calling last night for Bucky to help him with votes. The line was busy every time so i quit. I liked Elliot and Chris. Paris was not bad. But Taylor really had to be the biggest disappointment. i missed his intro. Did he say why he picked the song? I hope people liked Elliot. Kellie did fine but we thought she would.
By Carla
April 5, 2006 12:06 PM | Link to this
So true Vin, but it’s so glamorized now. It’s become so acceptable that these young girls don’t even think about the repercussions.
You know I’ve been working on my PC MC skills.:-)
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 12:07 PM | Link to this
Jeff, I said last night (see beginning of blog) I actually thought (L)ace did a fair job on the song last night. It makes me sick to admit that, but I don’t think he was one of worst three performers last night. I do think he is the worst singer in the group. And I still think Covais is a better singer that (L)ace. You are entitled to your opinions. They just seem to always reveal how stupid you are…………
By Diane
April 5, 2006 12:07 PM | Link to this
oops Ace was not very good on Half and HAlf and he was not that good last night. keep in mind, i am not a fan of his at all. I really think Chris will win this thing. hope his marriage survives.
By Diane
April 5, 2006 12:12 PM | Link to this
Also what is Ace doing with his hair? When he was rehearsing, his hair looked much shorter than when he performed. Did he pull it back with a scrucci(sp) during rehearsal or is he wearing a weave?
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 12:12 PM | Link to this
But Yo, he isnt giong home. I hope for Vin’s sake that its not Buckey. Look for a big surprise tonight. Bye Mandisa…sorry Yo
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 12:12 PM | Link to this
But Yo, he isnt going home. I hope for Vin’s sake that its not Buckey. Look for a big surprise tonight. Bye Mandisa…sorry Yo
By KT
April 5, 2006 12:13 PM | Link to this
Paris - Is animal off the “muffet babies” but with a phenonminal voice. Performance just okay but she wasn’t in touch with the song.
Ace - If he didn’t have looks that teenage girls adore he would have been off the show a long time ago. He makes karaoke singers sound good!!
Taylor - Doesn’t have ticks but is trying to mirror the mannerisms of his idol Ray Charles when he should be himself.
Bucky - Sounds like “Bucky the Beaver” has no chance. Just Terrible.
Chris & Catherine I didn’t hear but from what everyone is saying they were the best of the bunch. I look foward to their next performances.
Kellie - Is playing the role of the dumb blond aka Jessica Simpson quite well. I think she cares less about singing at this point. Like someone said early she’s a puppet on a string.
Elliot - Looks like a troll but has a soulful element to him but really couldn’t get into the song because Uncle Kenny told him to tone it down a little.
Mandeisa - Has a strong voice sort of like Jill Scott but is not what America wants because of her physical stature. Let’s be real & that’s ashame.
Overall, the show was boring but it brought me to the realization that country music is much tougher to sing than given credit for. As for the judges Simon assesements are always right own despite the negativity, Randy is the next A** Hall with his dog pound antics. Paula I just don’t know, from the slurred speach to the flaring of the arms, she is in desperate need of help.
By shay
April 5, 2006 12:13 PM | Link to this
Everyone, leave Fantasia alone. She made that song for a reason. I love her album and sometimes people need songs like that to keep them from crying. I am personally not a baby momma. I’m a mother. But some people can relate to her baby mama song. It sounds ghetto, but worked for so many people and the song is just mainly saying keep your head up through the struggle. It’s not really praising the baby momma thing, just supporting it.
By Scott
April 5, 2006 12:15 PM | Link to this
Two words: KELLIE, KELLIE,KELLIE, KELLIE
By Vin
April 5, 2006 12:15 PM | Link to this
LOL Carla!!
By Boonqueefa
April 5, 2006 12:16 PM | Link to this
You tell em shay! Just cause I had 4 baby before I was 19 dont mean I dont need a song bout me!
By Goldfish
April 5, 2006 12:16 PM | Link to this
Late, blogging today. I am nervous for my Taylor-weak, weak.
Elliot, Katherine and Kellie-you got rewould on my TiVo several times!
Bucky will stay because he is a sexy, tall and got just enough of that redneck edge.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 12:20 PM | Link to this
Jim, if you could only have the sense of Forest Gump.I say what is real not what I want to happen. But see, you still think Kevin is a better singer. How long ago was he voted off. As far as I am concerned you should have stopped Blogging then because there is no respect for what you have to say.
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 12:23 PM | Link to this
Okay, let’s take a poll. The loser leaves the blog. Who has more respect on this blog, Jeff or Jim J? The phone lines will be open for 2 hours………
By shay
April 5, 2006 12:24 PM | Link to this
I’m sorry when you say loser do you mean “the person that loses” or do you mean “both of you are losers”. Just want to clarify before I vote!
By Diane
April 5, 2006 12:25 PM | Link to this
i bet katherine before Mandisa. AI wants someone who can make them millions. katherine can sing but not sure if she can pull in hte millions. i think Mandisa can.
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 12:25 PM | Link to this
Shay, either way would work I guess.LOL
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 12:26 PM | Link to this
Jeff will leave the blog as soon as Ace gets voted off - tonight.
By shay
April 5, 2006 12:29 PM | Link to this
Sorry Jeff. You’re out here. Just when I had started to like you!
By IdolOverEasy
April 5, 2006 12:29 PM | Link to this
Does anyone else see the resemblence between Eliot and The Waterboy? I keep waiting for Eliot to say “my mama says Simon is the devil!”
By shay
April 5, 2006 12:31 PM | Link to this
IdolOverEasy, I could see the comparison!!
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 12:34 PM | Link to this
Who acres who has more respect here. I say what I think and I listen to the performances. What you say has no validity because people you are backing are off the show. It doesnt take a genius to figure that out. Some people are really against Ace. I understand that. I dont think he is that good either. he will not be the AI with that said, he is still here. So is Bucky. A lot of people dont like him and think he sucks but Vin thinks he sang well last night. I respect that. I got jumped on for saying that Mandisa was a gospil singer. Then she sang gospil. So I was right at least I can get the facts right before they happen. You cant even get them right after the fact. So who is the stupid one
By IdolOverEasy
April 5, 2006 12:35 PM | Link to this
If Eliot was The Waterboy, here are some quotes we would hear….
“Now Ryan, that’s some good H2O”
“Randy, not only will I sing it for you. I’ll I’ll I’ll I’ll I’ll I’ll…..sing it for you”
“Paula, now thems some fine boobies, but mama says you’re the devil and I shouldn’t be touching them”
“Simon, you take that back. Mama says the reason you are so mean is you got all them teeths and can’t brush them too good so it makes you mean. You ain’t got no medoola oblongotta….”
By KT
April 5, 2006 12:36 PM | Link to this
IdolOverEasy you’re right on!!! I can’t stop laughing.
By Diane
April 5, 2006 12:38 PM | Link to this
Elliot did an great job last night. Regardless of how he looks to some of you. Not very star looks like an 8, 9, or 10. It the voice man, its the voice. Glad he came to the show.
By alan
April 5, 2006 12:39 PM | Link to this
i’m gonna back up jeff on this one. Ace was much better than many of the others last night and does not deserve to get voted off tonight. He was much more solid the past two weeks than several others ie Mandisa, Elliot and Paris.
By the way, I have wanted Ace to go for a long time.
By Elane
April 5, 2006 12:43 PM | Link to this
Bucky was extremely pitchy. Taylor was a yawner. Paris could have matched Lee Ann but didn’t quite make it. Didn’t care too much for Kellie’s version and here’s why: One person in my household is utterly unfamiliar with country. He said “It’s obviously a song with a narrative, but I couldn’t make out any of the lyrics so the story was lost.” True. I thought Mandisa’s performance was excellent, and very listenable. She could, if she wanted to, lead a movement of female African-Americans who cross over into country. Elliott, as always, found a singer whose voice fits his own. Ace, not great, not horrible, in other words, nothing new. Katharine is The Great as always. Chris, better than last week, but not as good as before with “I Walk the Line.” Bucky will be in the bottom 3 tonight but may not be homeward bound. Tough call.
By Deirdre
April 5, 2006 12:45 PM | Link to this
I would almost agree with you, Alan. Ace has been proven to be a more consistant singer than most on this show. Last night’s performance was acceptable except for one thing. That nasal singing grates on my every nerve. Next week someone needs to put a clothespin on his nose so he sings through his mouth.
By Amanda
April 5, 2006 12:46 PM | Link to this
HEY EVERYONE! jUST GOT INTO THIS CONVO. i PERSONALLY THOUGHT TAYLOR WAS ABSOLUTLEY HORRIBLE LAST NIGHT. i ALSO WASN’T VERY IMPRESSED WITH MANDESA
By IdolOverEasy
April 5, 2006 12:48 PM | Link to this
My personal thought is that Bucky is likely to go. He should have been one of the top singers last night, and for the umpteenth time straight, he was one of the weakest. If he can’t nail the genre he is best at, then I don’t think he can stick around.
One thing I really gotta say, in light of some of the negativity floating around, is that I think everyone of the top 12 (with exception of Kevin) is really a good singer. Certainly a LOT better than I am (except Kevin), which is why I am on the blog and not on the stage. There are some of these singers that are much better than others, but I like listening to all of them (except Kevin).
I may poke fun or talk about someone sucking, but I am poking fun for laughs sakes, and if I talk about how bad someone is, I am talking about the performance of the night, not the singer themselves.
Last night, Taylor was terrible. He just was. But, I still think he is, if not one of the better singers, one of the most enjoyable ones. Mandisa is still a great voice, but I think she is losing some appeal with her bad song choices two weeks running.
For the Ace or (L)Ace cussers and discussers…I gotta say that overall he is one of the weakest singers, but last night he was actually very good, give or take a couple of notes that slipped flat.
Chris last night proved, to me at least, he is the best of the best. He would have to have a major meltdown not to be in the final two.
As always, it is just my opinion, not a fact, and I don’t intend for others to take this as a criticism of what they say or think.
By KT
April 5, 2006 12:48 PM | Link to this
Ace may have the look of an idol but no substance behind the mask. He justs wants to be an VJ for MTV.
As for Elliot yeah he can sing but he stills looks like the “The Waterboy”. Lets be real 60% of this contest is about singing & the other 40% is looks.
By Deirdre
April 5, 2006 12:48 PM | Link to this
That is, if he’s still here next week. :)
By Ken
April 5, 2006 12:51 PM | Link to this
personality counts too
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 12:53 PM | Link to this
Thanks Alan. I agree that Ace is not the best singer and he will go home soon. I just like to see that people who perform well stay and those that dont go. That simple. But for some people(like Jim) cant seem to get that through their head. And want to argue that people who are no longer on the show are better. you have to put up with some of that here. Not from many people. Most just want to share their opinions.
By Carla
April 5, 2006 12:55 PM | Link to this
IOE, you don’t like Chicken Little?? I think he’s a good singer. I liked him.:-(
By Ken
April 5, 2006 12:57 PM | Link to this
LOL Carla, I thought so much more of you than to like chicken little.
By Amanda
April 5, 2006 12:57 PM | Link to this
Yeah, Ace is cute and all, but I think he is way over rated. I personally do not think he is one of the best in the top 9
By Diane
April 5, 2006 12:58 PM | Link to this
Idol over easy, i was so glad to read your funny posts compared to the lunacy going on right now bewteen jim and jeff. What the heck?? thank God there is no money on the table. This is a tv show and people have a right to their opinions. The world will go on regardless of who is right or wrong. Maybe it is time for you two to get real jobs to occupy your minds.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 12:58 PM | Link to this
Yeah Amanda that’s because he’s one of the worst.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 12:59 PM | Link to this
Jim is an idiot though, you have to put up with people like that.
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 01:00 PM | Link to this
Thanks Yo Daddy and Shay. Not only is Jeff lagging behind in the poll but also in his spelling skills.
acres=cares
gospil???? G O S P E L
By Mitch
April 5, 2006 01:00 PM | Link to this
Jeff, while you may have valid points and you are entitled to your opinion, so is everyone else. Where you lose respect is the way you have to attack everyone else’s opinion. As I said to you last week, it is American Idol and not Jeff Idol. And also, it is “gospel” not “gosspil” or “gospil”
By Amanda
April 5, 2006 01:01 PM | Link to this
I hated it when Lisa Tucker got voted off. I thought Bucky or Ace should have gone that night.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 01:01 PM | Link to this
Thanks Ken
By Carla
April 5, 2006 01:01 PM | Link to this
Ken, I don’t what it is. He’s just so darned cute. Believe me I’ve had my share of ridicule for being a Kevin fan and Deirdre made sure that I came to my senses.:-)
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 01:02 PM | Link to this
Interesting tidbt in USA Today about Idol fashion. The silk corsette that Kelly wore last night was the most expensive garment ever worn by an Idol contestant. They also said Mandisa is being flooded with clothes from companies that make plus sizes. Why can’t she find something decent to wear?
By Amanda
April 5, 2006 01:04 PM | Link to this
DADDY: Its not like Mandesa’s stomach was hanging out of her clothes!?! I thought she looked okay. All of her rolls were tucked away.
By Diane
April 5, 2006 01:05 PM | Link to this
Can you tell i am home today? Elliot isnt that bad looking. He is not a 10, but how many of us are and i think i am cute. Elliot will be fine i hope. But i think Chris is the one to beat this year. Taylor will probably end of doing commericals. That guy on the Kellogs crunch cereal has to be rich by now. those commericals are a blast.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 01:05 PM | Link to this
I agree with Amanda. I would have rather seen Bucky and Ace leave before Lisa too. But I KNEW Lisa was going that night. Oh and Carla…get help…FAST!
By Jex
April 5, 2006 01:05 PM | Link to this
Yo, someone pointed out earlier (maybe yesterday) that Mandisa has a good sense of style, but not a good sense of what looks good on her. She has picked some cute outfits, but some are not flattering on her.
By SW
April 5, 2006 01:06 PM | Link to this
Judging from just last night and no other night then Paris, Taylor and Mandisa should be in the bottom three, they were all three awful last night. I don’t think all three will be in the bottom three, but at least one of these will be. Pickler is starting to be the front runner, getting lots of good press outside of Idol. She has gotten more print than any of the others.
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 01:07 PM | Link to this
Mandisa has worn some great oufits. I just don’t think jeans and sleeveless tops is the look for her. She is lovely when she wears the right things.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 01:08 PM | Link to this
If you notice Mandisa is relatively small or medium sized from her shoulders down to her waist. But boyyy when you get to them hips down…
By Diane
April 5, 2006 01:10 PM | Link to this
Yes, mandisa is very big, but she does pick some nice clothes. i am sure plus size clothing lines are lining up to give her clothing. I wish she would shield the arms but she likes it so more power to her. At least she is free and not bogged down about what people think of her or may think of her. For that alone she is a winnner.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 01:11 PM | Link to this
Amanda I agree. I hated to see Lisa go
By Ken
April 5, 2006 01:11 PM | Link to this
Speakin of Pickler. Do you all think that the negative press she’s getting is helping her gain more votes?
By Amanda
April 5, 2006 01:11 PM | Link to this
HAHA TO KEN… I am friends with Paris and she told me a few nights ago that Mandesa actually looks bigger on television than she does in person. She also said that Mandesa was one of the most religious and sweetest people you could ever meet.
By ,,,=^..^=,,,
April 5, 2006 01:13 PM | Link to this
1-i did a song list for queen on google, and queen has like 350 songs (or more) i think it was
2-i didn’t think it was arrogance from kat, i thought it was an attempt at humor, and besides, it was just a true statement, simon has freely admitted he just does NOT get country! if you had it taped, kat kinda laughed a little bit first. maybe it didn’t come out quite like she meant it, but i truly didn’t see arrogance. just like, frankly, i did not see anything but honesty in kevin’s comeback… he’d learned not to expect much from Simon, and just matter of factly said so… i thought it was hilarious!!!
i just hope acey-duecy goes home….bleh.
By Diane
April 5, 2006 01:14 PM | Link to this
Ken, compared to the hip area she is medium size at the top. But really she is not medium size there. She has worn some really nice things, but for some reason she loves to flaunt those arms and shoulders. She may not win idol but we will see her again. that is for sure. who did we say that about last year and has it come true yet?
By Jex
April 5, 2006 01:15 PM | Link to this
Amen, Diane.
By Mee
April 5, 2006 01:15 PM | Link to this
The producers of Idol are cringing at the thought of Mandisa winning. Sorry to say, she is not marketable outside of a narrow niche of gospel. Look at her in the little ads they do; nowhere do you see a woman that size in the media, and don’t give me that Jennifer Holiday old song and dance, most people have never heard of Jennifer Holiday. I mean come on, get real, the press is ripping Britney Spears over her excess weight after the baby and she is 150 lbs lighter than Mandisa. This is an image driven industry and if you don’t think so ask the friends of the late Nell Carter who had real talent and could sing and act but was constantly told to trim down. I may not agree with it, but image is so importatnt in sales. Do you eve see people with pitted skin doing ads on TV, no…we want beauty. Sure mandisa has a pretty face, but being obese, and she is obese…and not just heavy, we have too many double standards in place today. Ruben could carry if off, but not her.
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 01:17 PM | Link to this
Mee - Aretha called. She said to kiss her big a$$!
By Ken
April 5, 2006 01:17 PM | Link to this
Amanda I’m not pickin on your friend Paris but I have to ask! Is she that ‘extra’ in person. Extra’s not really bad but is she that…hmmmm lemme see whats the word……enthusiastic…no no thats not right…I dont know. My vocab is slippin today. Help me out somebody.
By Jex
April 5, 2006 01:18 PM | Link to this
Annoying?
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 01:19 PM | Link to this
“Affected”? Is that the word you were looking for?
By Carla
April 5, 2006 01:20 PM | Link to this
Annoying, ghetto, excessive…….. But I love her!
By Ken
April 5, 2006 01:20 PM | Link to this
LOL Yo Daddy
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 01:22 PM | Link to this
I appriciate that Mitch and if I seemed to attack then I apologize. I want to hear everyones opinion. I didnt mean to “attack”. Obviously everyone likes to attack me because I stick up for some people who are not the strongest singers.
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 01:22 PM | Link to this
Pretentious
By Jex
April 5, 2006 01:22 PM | Link to this
Rambunctious! That’s a good one.
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 01:23 PM | Link to this
Jeff, you want to hear my opinion?
By Ken
April 5, 2006 01:24 PM | Link to this
My Goodness! Never would have thought ya’ll were such geniuses.
By Diane
April 5, 2006 01:27 PM | Link to this
Mandisa is big and that is the (sorry) bottom line. She can do voice overs,and she said she is working on the weight, so we may see a slimmer Mandisa this time next year. She has a great face and voice but i bet she is tired of hearing that. Kellie says she is genuine but we must not forget she is 19 and all 19 years can seem silly and immature to us. Or at least to you oldies out there.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 01:29 PM | Link to this
…..I didn’t act like that when I was 19
By Vin
April 5, 2006 01:30 PM | Link to this
Silly? Immature? Huh? Beauty fades but dumb is forever…
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 01:31 PM | Link to this
Diane - Missy Eilliot called. She said have a porkchop and shut up.
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 01:31 PM | Link to this
Vin, did you vote for me?
By Ken
April 5, 2006 01:35 PM | Link to this
LOL Yo Daddy you’re terrible
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 01:35 PM | Link to this
Intelligent opinions Jim
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 01:36 PM | Link to this
So no, not yours
By Vin
April 5, 2006 01:37 PM | Link to this
I’m hurt…you know where my heart lies. Jeff nothing personal but see, me and Jimmy Jay go back now…what is it? 5 weeks? And blawg this strong just has to be real. Jim J, down on one knee, will you blawg me?
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 01:38 PM | Link to this
Jeffy, Jeffy. Are you really more intelligent than I am????????
By Lara
April 5, 2006 01:38 PM | Link to this
Elliott is good looking - if you put a bag over his head….
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 01:40 PM | Link to this
Not only that Jim but I am much better looking I am sure.
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 01:42 PM | Link to this
Vin, Vin, Vin. You know I love to blawg you every chance I get. Vin, if blawging you is wrong, I don’t wanta be right. You make me feel like a natural blawger. Vin, your blawg amazes me………..
By jes8
April 5, 2006 01:42 PM | Link to this
Hello everyone. Sorry to interupt the conversation, but I’m going to anyway.
Paris was awful. That song was done by not one but two of the strongest female country singers of the modern era, and she butchered it. Ouch.
I loooooooovvvvvvvveeeeeeee Taylor. I really do. But I was sooooooooooo disappointed last night. He could have done some bluesy country to stay in his vibe, but he just was not good. I think he’ll stay (I hope he does), but the worst I’ve seen him so far.
SSSSoooooooo glad Chris did a slow one. Perfect. Loved it, as Simon would say.
I personally think Simon was being sarcastic in his comment to Paris. I think he really hated her.
And I don’t think Kat had attitude, she was toward the end of the night and was just like, oh well. Faith Hill could have gotten up there and Simon would have found something wrong with it, cuz he doesn’t like country. Period.
By Carla
April 5, 2006 01:43 PM | Link to this
Aww! Vin and Jim J are getting blawged!
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 01:44 PM | Link to this
Jeffy, I’m sorry to break it to you, but based on your blogs the ladies have you pictured as kind of a softie, sissy type with a hissy attitude. Now if you’re trying to appeal to the men, well I can’t help you but Yo Daddy can give you some advise…………..
By Vin
April 5, 2006 01:44 PM | Link to this
I thiiiiiinkkk Jes8 is tryyyyyiiinnnng to sayyyyy sooomethiiiiiing.
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 01:44 PM | Link to this
Blawg her good Jim J! Maybe she’ll stay away from Chris.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 01:45 PM | Link to this
We scared Paris’ friend away.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 01:46 PM | Link to this
Yes Carla….blawg at first sight. We certainly have fallen in blawg. sigh.
By Chuck
April 5, 2006 01:46 PM | Link to this
As for Queen songs next week…since they are promoting a tour right now, I would say that Brian May, Roger Taylor and new singer Paul Rodgers will all be ‘helping’ the contestants and on the show. I would LOVE to hear mandisa do ‘Fat Bottomed Girls’ just for the sheer “Back at Ya” signal it would send to all the BBW haters. My choices would be:
Chris- Tie your mother down Ace- Somebody to Love Bucky-Crazy Little thing called love(the Dwight Yokum version!) Katharine- Love of my life Mandisa- The Miracle Taylor- Leaving Home Ain’t Easy paris- You’re my best friend
Now if you notice I left out Elliott…I guess you know my pick to go tonight….
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 01:48 PM | Link to this
Jim Vin..sorry but I have to say this “I think I just threw up in my mouth a little”…but I mean that in the most sincere way ;-)
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 01:50 PM | Link to this
Mike S, where you been? Hey Mike, did you vote for me?
By Carla
April 5, 2006 01:51 PM | Link to this
Ken, I guess she couldn’t handle the truth. What you know about that, what you know about that, what you know about that, i know all about that!
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 01:51 PM | Link to this
Chuck - good picks. I kind of lean more toward Kellie singing Crazy Little Thing Called Love tho.
A bunch of us have said Chris should do Tie Your Mother Down.
The thought of Ace falsettoing his way through Somebody To Love has me throwing up in my mouth again.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 01:52 PM | Link to this
LMAO Carla you’re a cornball. But I guess she couldn’t I really wanted an answer too. snaps finger ahh well.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 01:53 PM | Link to this
I will care later Jim. You got two blondes and a person who likes Bucky. You have been here longer too. How about we let them see each of us in person and see who they think is more attractive
By Carla
April 5, 2006 01:53 PM | Link to this
Mike, it seems as though you throw up in your mouth quite frequently these days. That can’t be good for the throat.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 01:53 PM | Link to this
Oh no Mike S…you will have to be a witness so that the blawg is legal.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 01:55 PM | Link to this
The thought of throw up makes me throw up so could we not mention it?
By Carla
April 5, 2006 01:55 PM | Link to this
Ken, you know I’m working on my PC MC skills so I have to throw out rhymes when I can.:-)
By Vin
April 5, 2006 01:55 PM | Link to this
But you see YoDaddy, I know Jimmy Jay is not a one blawg man so I just can’t forget all about Chris.
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 01:56 PM | Link to this
Yo Daddy, I’m working hard for you.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 01:57 PM | Link to this
lol they should have a rap compeition like AI. I bet that’d be popular.
By Carla
April 5, 2006 01:58 PM | Link to this
Yo, you might need to hang it up. I don’t think Vin’s letting go so easily.
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 01:59 PM | Link to this
Speaking of Paris did anyone catch her latest “gettoism” last night when Ryan asked her if she was ready to sing. Her reply “I Chill”
JIm, you know your one of the main dawgs in the blawg pound dude.
Jeff, you have a lot of good input to this blog, you just need to tone down the insults and ugliness bro. There is a thin line between being a smart aS and just being an as. We all cross it occasionally, but to be brutally honest you have made it a science at times. Just do a Paris and “be chill”
By Carla
April 5, 2006 02:01 PM | Link to this
No Ken! That’d be a circus. You know everybody thinks they can rap. Just because you can rap along to a song doesn’t mean you can rap without the music. They need to try my way.;-)
By jan
April 5, 2006 02:02 PM | Link to this
Chuck, you forgot about Queen’s “Another One Bites the Dust”. I sincerely hope someone sings it!
By Ken
April 5, 2006 02:03 PM | Link to this
My mom says chill all the time. I’ve heard white people say it. I didn’t know it was a ghettoism.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 02:03 PM | Link to this
Jeff that would be cool if we could paste our photos in here and guess who is who.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 02:04 PM | Link to this
Anybody on myspace????
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 02:04 PM | Link to this
I bet Chicken Little would audition for Rap Idol. You know he is down like that.
Beside think of all the great nights they could have.
East Coast/West Coast night where all the contestants shoot each other.
Tupac/Notorious BIG night where they all rap about which one died more gloriously and then they all shoot each other.
Just shoot each other and get it over with night.
So many possibilities.
By Lara
April 5, 2006 02:05 PM | Link to this
Oh PLEASE don’t let Katherine do Love of my life - that is a gorgeous song and I don’t want her to ruin it!
By shay
April 5, 2006 02:05 PM | Link to this
Thanks Mike. Jeff I like you too man, but you can’t get down on everyone that is wrong. And your insults to the contestants and other bloggers are terrible sometimes. I know, because you have called me quite a few names. Sometimes I agree with you and sometimes I don’t, but you don’t have to prove you are right all the time. You can say I was right without being mean.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 02:06 PM | Link to this
Maybe I chill is more hip hop than ghetto. In that case, anyone into hip hop would use it.
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 02:06 PM | Link to this
Ken I was talking about how she said it. Instead of I’M Chillin or I’m Chilled she said I CHILL, right up there with It Do and It Be.
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 02:06 PM | Link to this
Randy: Yo, Yo, Yo, what’s up Pickler? You know it’s Queen week and I knew this would be a tough week for you, man. But what I like about you is this; Queen’s music is really tough and demanding, and I know because I’ve worked in the studio on two of their albums. You were a little pitchy, especially on Faaaat, and Bottum, but you picked it up on Girls. Overall, I thought it was pretty good. Not great, but pretty good.
Paula: Kellie, you know you are one of my favorites. And I think it was so special in your intro when you said you would not have done this song if Mandisa had not been voted off last week. You just keep on being who you are and pray that you don’t end up like me………
Simon: Well, Kellie, I really like you, but I must disagree with Randy and Paula on this performance. I think to sing a song like Fat Bottom Girls you have to be a Bloody Fat Bottomed girl. And you’re not. And believe me, I’ve looked at your bloody butt every week and I’ve quite enjoyed it. Actually, I think I prefer your butt to last years winner….
By Ken
April 5, 2006 02:09 PM | Link to this
No Mike that’s not what hip hop is about! Not real hip hop. Hip Hop is the careful balance of vulnerability as weakness and strength. I read that somewhere and I just wanted to sound smart…continue on.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 02:10 PM | Link to this
ROFLMAO!!
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 02:10 PM | Link to this
LOL Jim you just made me think of the best exchange of the night last night. Don’t remember who sang.
Randy : You picked it up on the last 4 bars.
Paula : The last 4 bars? So you are saying you liked the last 5 SECONDS of the song.
Randy : yeah, that was about all.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 02:12 PM | Link to this
I know Mike. My mom says things are ‘chill’. Like mom how was that restaurant you went to. She says it was chill etc etc. I always thought it was old people slang because I picked on her about sayin it and she said “you don’t know nothin about that, we used to say that back in the day!”. So yeah. She probably heard her mom say it unless the word is coming back in style. But anyway I’m gonna chill on that subject. How about it?
By Carla
April 5, 2006 02:12 PM | Link to this
Ken, I was about to say! You’re putting every bit of that SC education to use.:-) By the way, what dorm did you live in?
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 02:13 PM | Link to this
Hi. My name is Jeff and if someone disagrees with me I call them an idiot! No opinions but mine should ever be allowed. Because I am Jeff.
PS -I want to have Ace’s baby.
By Chuck
April 5, 2006 02:13 PM | Link to this
Hey Mike…the other song that Chris would just kill would be “I Want it All” which I actually like better than “Tie” tho it is not as well known…
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 02:14 PM | Link to this
yeah man, we should all like take a chill pill dude.
oh sorry was channeling Tommy Chong for a minute. LOL
By Carla
April 5, 2006 02:15 PM | Link to this
iggit
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 02:16 PM | Link to this
Jeff - like Lil Magic says, “Chill.” When you grow up and go out into the big mean world, you may encounter people that don’t think exactly like you. It’s ok. Don’t be afraid. You might make some new friends!
By shay
April 5, 2006 02:17 PM | Link to this
Got ya Carla!
By Vin
April 5, 2006 02:17 PM | Link to this
As in Cheech & Chong?
By Ken
April 5, 2006 02:18 PM | Link to this
Abby Psiiiiiiii Phiiiiiiii lol i know i know leave me alone!
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 02:18 PM | Link to this
Jeff, bless you, friend. Thank you for being honest, bearing your soul, and letting everyone know who you really are. Everybody, let Jeff know how much you appreciate his transparency.
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 02:18 PM | Link to this
Will anyone dare to try Bohemian Rhapsody?
By Diane
April 5, 2006 02:18 PM | Link to this
Lots of people have been mean at times. Some of us starting chatting at the beginning of the show but dont have all day to chat back and forth. No one needs to tell anyone to “shut up”. If you can have an opinion, so can others
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 02:19 PM | Link to this
Another good one Chuck. I love “I want it all”.
I think Taylor could really kill with “Hammer to Fall”
By Mitch
April 5, 2006 02:20 PM | Link to this
That last “Jeff” was an imposter “Jeff”
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 02:20 PM | Link to this
Any suggestions On who could sing “Killer Queen” —- Maybe Paris or Katherine.
By Jex
April 5, 2006 02:21 PM | Link to this
LOL @ Carla!
By JIm J
April 5, 2006 02:22 PM | Link to this
I am an idiot. I am ugly and no one should listen to me. Plus I have a small p***
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 02:23 PM | Link to this
LOL..Jeff couldn’t even spell Jim correctly. And that’s the gospill truth!
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 02:23 PM | Link to this
I don’t know Mitch…….. He could have been enlightened. (Unless you know who the imposter was…….lol)
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 02:24 PM | Link to this
YO. I think after the way COnstantine absolutely ruled with Bohemian Rhapsody last year that any of them would be stupid to try it. So my money is on Ace.
By Carla
April 5, 2006 02:25 PM | Link to this
shay, that was you!!
Ken Ken Ken. Abby? Really? Well I don’t know if we can coexist seeing as how I was a resident of HH! Phi Beta!
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 02:25 PM | Link to this
You know that was Jeffy; he even misspelled the imposter name.
By Diane
April 5, 2006 02:26 PM | Link to this
good one Mike. I like that … let Elliot try it. or maybe Ace then he will leave if he isnt gone tonight. it would not surprise me if Katherine is in the bottom 3 again.
By Carla
April 5, 2006 02:27 PM | Link to this
Jeff, you aren’t following the iggit rules. It’s not nice to impersonate blawgers. It destroys your integrity and standing on the blawg.
By shay
April 5, 2006 02:27 PM | Link to this
I meant “got ya” as in I’ve got you on the iggit thing. Meaning I will ignore whoever was typing rude comments. No, that’s not me typing those things.
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 02:27 PM | Link to this
I think after the way COnstantine absolutely ruled with Bohemian Rhapsody last year that any of them would be stupid to try it. So my money is on Ace.
Bwahahahaha! After tonight, he may be singing it in the shower.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 02:29 PM | Link to this
You, why not feel at home and find the bacck seat of a car
By Carla
April 5, 2006 02:30 PM | Link to this
I’m doing too many things at once shay. How could I ever think you’d stoop to such a low level?:-)
How about the classifieds on Craig’s List asking for sex in exchange for the rent? OMG!!!! What is this world coming to?? Oops. Didn’t mean to use that word and sex together.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 02:30 PM | Link to this
sucks teeth and rolls eyes @ Carla lol It’s cool it’s cool we all sisters behind one gate! One high security restricted gate.
By Carla
April 5, 2006 02:31 PM | Link to this
You know!
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 02:32 PM | Link to this
By the way thank you Mitch for being intelligent enough to know that.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 02:32 PM | Link to this
Will the real Slim Shady please stand up?
By Carla
April 5, 2006 02:33 PM | Link to this
Jeff we all knew but you didn’t iggit.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 02:35 PM | Link to this
Jeff in my early blawging, I got sandbagged also. You’re lucky your email address isn’t being plastered..
By shay
April 5, 2006 02:35 PM | Link to this
Carla, I don’t even have the energy to impersonate anyone! (smile)
By Ken
April 5, 2006 02:35 PM | Link to this
Am I supposed to be this confused?! I have no clue what’s going on. I’m not sure I wanna know.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 02:36 PM | Link to this
Anyway, who is going home tonight? Mandisa?Buckey?Ace?Paris?
By @¿@
April 5, 2006 02:37 PM | Link to this
i think it’s time to iggit jeff and jim j for a while, what say, gang?
By Ken
April 5, 2006 02:37 PM | Link to this
Ace
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 02:37 PM | Link to this
OK I need some help remembering something here. The Bohemian Rhapsody thing got me thinking about it.
What show was it that had William Shatner doing Cameo’s every once in a while where he would do a dramatic reading of a rock song. Was it Saturday Night Live?
I remember him doing Bohemian Rhapsody and it was hilarious. He did all of them in his “Dramatic” halting James t. Kirk speaking style.
Send a bolt of
Light
ning
very very
fright
ning
galileo
galileo
galileo
Figaro
I never laughed so hard in my life.
By Chuck
April 5, 2006 02:37 PM | Link to this
Taylor withHammer to fall would be awesome, mike! and i actually think paris would nail Killer Queen.
By Jex
April 5, 2006 02:38 PM | Link to this
Ken, I’m confused too. But it’s happened before. I just sit and wait for it all to make sense again.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 02:39 PM | Link to this
Very difficult call but I’m taking a long shot and guessing Mandisa.
By Jex
April 5, 2006 02:42 PM | Link to this
Mandisa may be the one leaving tonight.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 02:42 PM | Link to this
Carla, did I speak to you fatty?
By Vin
April 5, 2006 02:43 PM | Link to this
Mike, speaking of William Shatner, have you seen him in Boston Legal? He makes the show! I still think he’s hot. I don’t care if he’s James T or Denny Crane.
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 02:43 PM | Link to this
Eliot or Mandisa probably gone tonight. Most likely Mandisa. Ace is a wildcard possibility, but I would be really surprised.
By Carla
April 5, 2006 02:44 PM | Link to this
Sorry Jeff but I’m far from fat. Have a great day!
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 02:44 PM | Link to this
Im not doing that IMPOSTER stuff. Why would I crap on myself? Who is the iggit?
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 02:45 PM | Link to this
Vin, I have always loved Shatner. TJ Hooker was one of my favorite shows.
Hmm maybe it was heather Locklear and not Shatner that made that show. :-)
Have never watched Boston Legal.
By shay
April 5, 2006 02:46 PM | Link to this
Jeff if that is you for real, please stop. Let’s just comment on the show and stop the name calling. You make valid points when you want to.
By Carla
April 5, 2006 02:46 PM | Link to this
iggit means ignore it.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 02:47 PM | Link to this
I agree Vin. I believe that people are going to look how talented you are outside of your comfort zone and that was bad last night for Mandisa
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 02:51 PM | Link to this
It is also name calling. And I have been attacked pretty good here so you can see where I take that out of context. Which is what happend with me the other day. But that is what happends when you type instead of talk.
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 02:52 PM | Link to this
Ace is gone.
Mike S - Shatner is producing a new album with Ben Folds.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 02:52 PM | Link to this
I agree Shay. there is no need. Jim got under my skin and I shouldnt have let him. he is an idiot in my eyes for saying stupid crap the other day. I will ignore him.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 02:54 PM | Link to this
Mike those three exactly are who I pick for bottom three.
Jeff, in addition to Mandisa’s bad performance, she looked bad. I’m afraid that deadly combo has doomed her. That was a terrible interpretation of country sound and style.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 02:54 PM | Link to this
Yo, if he is meant to go I hope he goes. I know, you know, everyone knows he is not the best singer out there but he did much better than three or four people last night. Why is it you are so against him?
By shay
April 5, 2006 02:57 PM | Link to this
I think Ace is safe after his performance last night. He didn’t do bad at all. People may vote him off based on their overall impresssion of him, but he didn’t do the worst by far. There were at least 3 other people that did worse than he did.
By Deirdre
April 5, 2006 02:57 PM | Link to this
My, you guys have been busy since I stepped out. First iggit worked quite well earlier this morning but won’t if we keep talking about it.
Shatner is (or was) touring with Ben Folds Five, doing dramatic readings of song lyrics and original poems. I saw this on TVLand. He says the only thing he’s always wanted to be able to do is sing…but he can’t, so he recites!
By Yo Daddy
April 5, 2006 02:59 PM | Link to this
See Jeff, here’s your problem: you take everything so seriously and personally. It’s only a TV show and this is only an anonymous forum. I am not against Ace. I think he is going home based on his past performances and what I have read on other blogs. If that makes me an idiot in your eyes, so be it.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 03:00 PM | Link to this
Mike you have to watch Boston Legal. It’s so dry you will be laughing your a* off. Shatner is a dirty old man with a morally tainted edge. Very different than the TJ Hooker and James T Kirk character. Every episode ends with Shatner and James Spader drinking from a brandy sniffer on the balcony of the office, overlooking the city…it’s moonlight and the last line will be something smarta* that ties into that night’s episode.
By Monica
April 5, 2006 03:04 PM | Link to this
I’m not a fan of country music so last night show was kind of hard for me to get into … I think Ace, Bucky, Elliot or Taylor will be in the bottom 3 tonight. Taylor - Terrible
Mandisa - Very Bad song choice
Ace - “Yawning”
Paris - Love her she makes anything work, her performance was good not her best but she was alright
Kelly - I think everybody in America knew she would do good, it was her night to shine.
Katherine - Alright ..OK .. nothing special
Chris - He was good, I’m not a fan, but hey everybody loves Chris
Bucky - Enough Pleasssssse
Elliot - Elliot who ????
By Vin
April 5, 2006 03:05 PM | Link to this
sorry about the italics…anyone else having those annoying script problems again? I have to keep closing my web browser and start over.
By @¿@
April 5, 2006 03:05 PM | Link to this
Jeff, If I may ask a question, please, without you being offended … why do you have to toss epithets out (i.e., he’s an idiot) … would it be possible to express your opinion, acknowledge others may have differing opinions, and enjoy the verbal sparring without actually being negative about your opponents? Negativity about a performance is one thing, that’s why we are here, to express our likes and dislikes and hopefully somewhat constructive criticisms or our disappointments about the contestants. but to “diss” other bloggers … i just don’t get the necessity … unless it’s an ego thing, and that’s another blog …
@¿-
linny
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 03:06 PM | Link to this
Worst performances last night…Taylor-worst performance of his and the night. Mandisa-GOSPEL can only get you so far(didn’t work in the country version). Paris-like hearing scratches across a blackboard. Buckey-should have nailed his, I dont think he did.
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 03:07 PM | Link to this
Vin, I leave for 30 minutes and you sell me out for Denny Crane?????? Geeeezzz…
By Ken
April 5, 2006 03:11 PM | Link to this
Wait wait wait, I’m sorry but I just now getting irritated by somethin that was said a while back. What kind of man calls anyone ‘fatty’? What kind of man says the word fatty?! Come out the closet and grow up!
By Vin
April 5, 2006 03:16 PM | Link to this
Well you know what they say…keep the blawger happy and she won’t stray. You can’t go off blawging with your buddies any time you want and expect me to be waiting idly for you to finally return. Yeah! Denny Crane…I take it you watch?
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 03:16 PM | Link to this
Captain’s log, stardate 5327.4. Our mission: to seek out and explore competent bloggers, to discuss the greatest show in the history of television, to boldly go where no blog has gone before………… and, oh yeah, to expose (L)ace for the untalented pansy he really is……..
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 03:16 PM | Link to this
Sorry Linny you kind of came in late. Jim has attacked me the last few weeks because I liked Ace’s version of Butterflies. He started saying stupid things and I just got fed up. That is why I called him an idiot. But it is just an opinion…
By Vin
April 5, 2006 03:17 PM | Link to this
Uh-oh…we got him started. ROFL
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 03:17 PM | Link to this
Jim she is just toying with your emotions dude. She tossed you asid for Denny Crane, invited chris into her bed, fell into Bucky’s arms.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 03:19 PM | Link to this
Ken they have an ointment for that irritation.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 03:20 PM | Link to this
Gosh Mike S…you make me sound so Mary Magdalene.
By Carla
April 5, 2006 03:20 PM | Link to this
Ken, I knew I could count on my sister to have my back.:-)
Vin, you are killing me! LOL!!!!!!!
By Jex
April 5, 2006 03:21 PM | Link to this
Aawww…Jeff kind of apologized. He spelled Gospel correctly.
By kimmy
April 5, 2006 03:21 PM | Link to this
Good afternoon! Wow! I have missed out today. Who is Jeff? Are you being funny about Butterflies? You have to be, right? I think tonight, anyone could be in the bottom 3. Maybe with the exception of Kellie and Bucky (against my better judgement)they might get a “free pass” since it was country night. I was extremely bored last night.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 03:22 PM | Link to this
Your rudeness is so uncalled for. You’re clearly insecure about something. I’ll leave you alone, I don’t want you crying yourself to sleep tonight. So iggit for you.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 03:22 PM | Link to this
Vin, I guess I need to get out the crystal ball here and join you in saying Mandisa is leaving. Not because she is the worst singer but she didnt perform well out of her genre at all!
By Monica
April 5, 2006 03:23 PM | Link to this
Jeff, If I may ask a question, please, without you being offended … why do you have to toss epithets out (i.e., he’s an idiot) … would it be possible to express your opinion, acknowledge others may have differing opinions, and enjoy the verbal sparring without actually being negative about your opponents? Negativity about a performance is one thing, that’s why we are here, to express our likes and dislikes and hopefully somewhat constructive criticisms or our disappointments about the contestants. but to “diss” other bloggers … i just don’t get the necessity … unless it’s an ego thing, and that’s another blog …
The person that posted this I totally agree some of the things that are discussed and posted on this board is so unnessary and childish, the name calling about a Poster or Contestant is stupid to me it is ok to state your opinion but when you result to name calling that says a lot about your character..imo
I think Ace, Bucky and Taylor or Elliot will be in the bottome 3
Paris and Mandisa both didn’t have strong performances but I think they are safe, 2 of my favorite
Taylor was boring
Ace “yawning”
Kellie, well let’s just say it would have been a shocker if she didn’t do well, she did good, it was her night to shine
Katherine - Ok .. nothing special
Bucky - Enough pleassssse
Elliot - OK
By Vin
April 5, 2006 03:23 PM | Link to this
I love you too GUL!!! :-)
By Monica
April 5, 2006 03:23 PM | Link to this
Jeff, If I may ask a question, please, without you being offended … why do you have to toss epithets out (i.e., he’s an idiot) … would it be possible to express your opinion, acknowledge others may have differing opinions, and enjoy the verbal sparring without actually being negative about your opponents? Negativity about a performance is one thing, that’s why we are here, to express our likes and dislikes and hopefully somewhat constructive criticisms or our disappointments about the contestants. but to “diss” other bloggers … i just don’t get the necessity … unless it’s an ego thing, and that’s another blog …
The person that posted this I totally agree some of the things that are discussed and posted on this board is so unnessary and childish, the name calling about a Poster or Contestant is stupid to me it is ok to state your opinion but when you result to name calling that says a lot about your character..imo
I think Ace, Bucky and Taylor or Elliot will be in the bottome 3
Paris and Mandisa both didn’t have strong performances but I think they are safe, 2 of my favorite
Taylor was boring
Ace “yawning”
Kellie, well let’s just say it would have been a shocker if she didn’t do well, she did good, it was her night to shine
Katherine - Ok .. nothing special
Bucky - Enough pleassssse
Elliot - OK
By Mitch
April 5, 2006 03:24 PM | Link to this
YoD…You asked yesterday if what we thought about Mandesa’s comment last weekend about “lifestyle”. A co-worker came over today and said he had read some controversy (he didn’t say where) about that comment from Mandesa and that one of hero’s was someone high up anti-gay causes. The areas he said he was reading in said that had cost her alot of support. I don’t know how much truth there is in it but I just thought it was a strange coincidence you asked yesterday and he came to me with this today.
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 03:25 PM | Link to this
I guess I’m just addicted to the blawg. I blawg it when I can get it……..
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 03:27 PM | Link to this
Ken, have you read any of the blogs earlier. I attacked no one. I got attacked. I guess there is resentment when there is someone right about something and others hate to admit it so they try to insult you other ways. I was being attacked again and Carla told me to iggit. I thought she was calling me a name, I apologized. Then you not knowing the whole story have to come iin and insult me. you didnt read everything. This is what I am talking about. Typing can be taken out of context, if I get attacked especially from several people I am going to defend myself. It that understandable?
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 03:29 PM | Link to this
This day just keep getting better and better.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 03:31 PM | Link to this
Monica it is a long story, I normally wouldnt call anyone a name but a few on here have called me some things so I just return the favor. They are just mad about me being right on an occasion and have tried to put me down ever since but yes I do respect everyone who is respectful and their opinions.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 03:33 PM | Link to this
Okay got ya, I didn’t understand what was going on and I went back up and read it looked like u had called her a fatty so I immediately questioned you. I’m not going back up to read but I’ll take your word for it. But umm please don’t use the word fatty anymore, it’s a little uhh girly. I need to go home this day his been to hectic for me.
The newest on Kellie Pickler on votefortheworst.com is she pays $300 to get her hair done and she flew her hairstylest to LA for country night to do her hair. I don’t remember her ever saying she was poor, maybe she did I don’t know.
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 03:33 PM | Link to this
Yo Daddy, are you catching all of this. This is great!
By Deirdre
April 5, 2006 03:34 PM | Link to this
Jeff and JimJ, why don’t you guys just agree to disagree and let go of the rest of it. Yo Daddy, you, too. Its getting kind of silly around here and a little bit childish. Y’all want the last word. Jeff, we understand that you like some of Ace’s performances but not all. I’m willing to accept that and I hope everyone else is too. I mean, look at how well Mike and I get along even though I think Kellie is a mindless little twerp and he thinks Kat is an arrogant b*tch. Right, Mike? Uh, Mike
By fevergirl
April 5, 2006 03:36 PM | Link to this
Is anyone there other than Jeff? Am I at the right blog? Jeff, why do you have an incessant need to be right? That is all you talk about is being right and when you are not, you start calling names! Are you over the age of 6? Come on dude, get over yourself-enough already!
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 03:36 PM | Link to this
TO change the subject a little How many caught Simon’s wisecracks to Ryan about Terry Hatcher. I loved it when he said “Ryan , lose the beard, what’s with the Desperate Houswife’s look”
By Mitch
April 5, 2006 03:38 PM | Link to this
Ken, have you read any of the blogs earlier. I attacked no one. I got attacked.
I defended you earlier but I guess you don’t consider this quote an attack?
**By Jeff
April 5, 2006 02:42 PM | Link to this**
Carla, did I speak to you fatty?
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 03:39 PM | Link to this
God Bless America. Land that I love. Stand beside her, and guide her, through the night, with the light from above.
From the mountains, to the prairie, to the oceans, white with foam,
God Bless America, my home sweet home.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 03:39 PM | Link to this
lol, thank you Deirdre. It is childish, lets talk AI!
And thank you Ken, I used the word fatty because you cant use another word here, but I agree it si girly…
By Jex
April 5, 2006 03:40 PM | Link to this
Jeff, I thought she called you an idiot, too. And I thought that was kind of weird, which is why I LOL’d her.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 03:41 PM | Link to this
Kumbaya my lord, kumbaya….
By fevergirl
April 5, 2006 03:42 PM | Link to this
I used the word fatty because you cant use another word here, but I agree it si girly…
so is pee pee and Jeff, I am sure you have a teeny weeny. Again, are you over the age of 6?
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 03:43 PM | Link to this
Hey Vin, did you see the Practice where Denny Crane shot the criminal and then went on Larry King and bragged about it? That really is a cutting edge kind of show. I like it.
By shay
April 5, 2006 03:43 PM | Link to this
Is everyone at peace now. Can we all be adults from now on? Can well just get along?
By Jex
April 5, 2006 03:44 PM | Link to this
We are the world. We are the children…
By Carla
April 5, 2006 03:46 PM | Link to this
Look at what Ken caused. She’s the one who said let’s use iggit as a code word. We can’t win for losing.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 03:46 PM | Link to this
What other careers could you see AI contestants in???
I’ll start:
Ace - Employee at Hollister Mandisa - Employee at Hooters LMAO sorry i’m kiddin Chris - Mechanic Bucky - Bum Paris - Operator Kellie - Rocket Scientist Taylor - Sidewalk Singer Katherine - Stripper
These are random it was just an example. If you dont like my question think of another =P
By Ken
April 5, 2006 03:48 PM | Link to this
It ain’t my fault, I was just trying to help. lol
By shay
April 5, 2006 03:48 PM | Link to this
Boy, I hope I get to meet you all one day. I bet we would have one heck of time at dinner one night getting drunk. Except I don’t drink so I would just be laughing at yall!
By Vin
April 5, 2006 03:48 PM | Link to this
No..missed that one Jim J. I don’t always get to see it. One of my favorites is when he gets busted banging the coat check girl when no one can find him. The fishing trip was another good one. They’re all good..just wish it came on earlier. Besides reality tv, that’s my favorite show. Then House.
By Jex
April 5, 2006 03:49 PM | Link to this
Earlier in the week someone mentioned that Tyra passed out on ANTM. Was that last nights episode? I keep forgetting when it comes on.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 03:50 PM | Link to this
comes on tonight @ 8 the re-run comes on on Tuesday
By Carla
April 5, 2006 03:50 PM | Link to this
Jex, tonight at 8.
By Monica
April 5, 2006 03:51 PM | Link to this
TO change the subject a little How many caught Simon’s wisecracks to Ryan about Terry Hatcher. I loved it when he said “Ryan , lose the beard, what’s with the Desperate Houswife’s look”
I caught that.. they are forever at each other, but I thought Simon hit him hard with that one
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 03:52 PM | Link to this
fever girl who invited you and were do you get off? In fact why not go home and get off you’ll feel better
By Jex
April 5, 2006 03:55 PM | Link to this
Oh Good, thanks. I didn’t want to miss it.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 03:55 PM | Link to this
Ditto Shay…except for the drinking part and I’ll just have your share.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 03:55 PM | Link to this
She did call me that first Mitch. I have no reason to get on anybody. And I have not been wrong here and if I am it is ok it is just my opinion. Why are you attacking?
By fevergirl
April 5, 2006 03:58 PM | Link to this
Jeff,
You are only proving my point and by that you are the fatty idiot. I will only feel better if you leave this blog. Go play with your leggo’s, little one. Your mommy is calling you, time for a nap.
By taylorfan
April 5, 2006 03:58 PM | Link to this
TAYLOR is by far my favorite AI contestant, but I am willing to admit that last night was his worst performance so far this season. HOWEVER:
Its sad that his worst performance is still better than some contestants best. I wont mention namea, but it rhymes with Ducky and Jelly and Sevin.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 03:58 PM | Link to this
heel, boy, heel
By ,,,=^..^=,,,
April 5, 2006 03:59 PM | Link to this
i g g i t
sigh
By shay
April 5, 2006 04:00 PM | Link to this
Sure Vin, you could have my share. If I did drink, I would drink Bud Lite!!! It just looks cool.
By Deirdre
April 5, 2006 04:00 PM | Link to this
Did you hear that Terri Hatcher doesn’t deny dating Ryan but when asked if she is attached, said no. Poor Ryan, I think he’s in love and Terri’s just playing around with him.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 04:01 PM | Link to this
I feel great everyone wants to talk about me but we are here to discuss AI.
Fevergirl your ugly
By NoleMan
April 5, 2006 04:01 PM | Link to this
My take on the evening: Taylor- Wrong, Wrong, Wrong. The song choice was bad and we lost his personality. He has a great voice and a nice stage presence. Last night we saw neither. His worst one yet. But, he is still safe. Mandisa- Ouch. I really think she has a fine voice, but, she was consistently off key and picked a bad song. This could put her in the bottom three because her following has been tenuous at best. Elliot- Decent job. I still love this guys voice, but, he seemed very uncomfortable last night. Not believeable and no feeling. Ace- Absolutely horrible version. Keith Urban should be begging AI to NEVER use his music again after that crap. Unfortunately, the girly vote should pull him through, though I think he is losing some of that vote elsewhere. Ill explain in a minute. Paris- Terrible. Boring song she made even more boring. She was completely off key throughout the song. Chris- Here is where Ace loses some of his girl votes. Chris did just what so many said he could not and showed great versatility. Guess what? The guy can sing. And Keith Urban breathed a sigh of relief. Best of the evening. Kellie- Honestly. Right song, but, not impressive at all. I did not think she did it all that well. It was just OK for me. Katherine- Excellent, excellent, excellent. Stepped outside her comfort zone a bit and found an obscure song thatfit her. Then she did it well. Bucky- Good song for him and though obscure, he did it rather well.
My rankings: Chris, Katherine, Bucky All did well. Kellie and Elliot- Just OK Ace, Paris, Mandisa, Taylor- Very Bad Bottom three: Elliot, Mandisa, and either Ace or Paris. Bye Bye to Elliot. Sorry to see him go before Paris or Ace.
By Jex
April 5, 2006 04:02 PM | Link to this
Good idea, Shay. Let’s plan a get together for the final 2. Then there won’t be so much to argue about.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 04:03 PM | Link to this
Uh Taylorfan…Taylor gets alot of support on here but everyone agreed he was pretty bad this week. You need to get a new TV.
By shay
April 5, 2006 04:03 PM | Link to this
Just tell me where to show up and I will be there.
By fevergirl
April 5, 2006 04:04 PM | Link to this
Jeff,
I know you are but what am I?
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 04:05 PM | Link to this
Vin, I am a Shatner fan from all the way back. He starred in some westerns before Star Trek came along. Just for blawging sake, let’s just say I’ll meet you in the coat check………………
By Ken
April 5, 2006 04:05 PM | Link to this
Wow @ your ugly….okayyyy people let’s play a game. Idol related Word associations. We can time it since it’s a blog. I’ll say a name and you say another word or name or short (very shrot) phrase that comes to mind related to the person. This should get midns off negativity. FIRST NAME:
Ryan Seacrest.
By shay
April 5, 2006 04:05 PM | Link to this
Jeff, you are losing cool points again. Let it go.
By Carla
April 5, 2006 04:06 PM | Link to this
Did you say there’d be alcohol??? Well count me in then. I love a good time!
By Deirdre
April 5, 2006 04:06 PM | Link to this
Noleman, I like your list, well done. I was trying to think of a way to describe Mandisa’s performance last night and you gave it to me…Ouch.
By Carla
April 5, 2006 04:07 PM | Link to this
short
By Vin
April 5, 2006 04:07 PM | Link to this
Jim J how soon can you get there?
By Bo
April 5, 2006 04:08 PM | Link to this
Ryan Seacrest = wet dreams for Jeff
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 04:08 PM | Link to this
I could use a Bud Light about now after wading through some of the stuff going on today. and to think we were worried yesterday that the Spring Breakers would be the ones to disrupt everything.
By shay
April 5, 2006 04:09 PM | Link to this
pretty boy
By Jex
April 5, 2006 04:10 PM | Link to this
With the jokesters we have here, we need to meet at the Punchline.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 04:10 PM | Link to this
honestly…I don’t think it’s Jeff. Someone is just blogging as him. But I’m all up for the final 2 party. The boys could kiss and make up.
Jim J I never saw Shatner’s westerns. First I saw of him before Star Trek was Twilight Zone…and he was hot then too!
By Sandy
April 5, 2006 04:11 PM | Link to this
Italic:“… Elliot has the best male voice IMO. If he leaves tonight, I just don’t know if I can watch it anymore. Does anyone else feel this way?”
Luvstoread, that is pretty much how I feel. I’m not sure I could find another contestant to root for or vote for if Elliott was to leave, but I’d be lying if I said I wouldn’t watch anymore.
By Carla
April 5, 2006 04:11 PM | Link to this
metrosexual
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 04:11 PM | Link to this
Anyone who has not voted yet, the polls close at 5pm. Just to recap, we decided to take a poll to see who was the more respected blogger, since Jeff got his panties in a wad. Whoever gets the least votes has to leave and not come back. Just simply blog in “Bye Jeff”
By shay
April 5, 2006 04:11 PM | Link to this
We are still describing Ryan right?
Yeah Mike, I didn’t think we were going to have to use the iggit word on ourselves.
By Ken
April 5, 2006 04:12 PM | Link to this
First thing comin to mind for me is smart aaaaaaaa…cho0o Bless me.
Next person:
Katherine McPhee
By IdolOverEasy
April 5, 2006 04:12 PM | Link to this
JUst in case anyone missed it, and to show off my superior knowledge of Queen songs, I am printing again my thoughts of what song fits what singer….
My song picks for Queen week….(just songs I think each could sing excellently)….
Mandisa - Keep Yourself Alive…
Katherine - Who Wants to Live Forever…
Chris - Tie Your Mother Down…
Taylor - Fat Bottom Girls…
Eliot - It’s a Kind of Magic…
Paris - The Show Must Go On…
Bucky (if he is still around) - Let’s Go Crazy…
Ace - Radio Gaga…
Kellie - ummm…er…..welllll….okay, so there’s not any Queen song she can sing and sing well….Maybe she could hum a few bars of We Will Rock You????
By Carla
April 5, 2006 04:14 PM | Link to this
twins
By fevergirl
April 5, 2006 04:15 PM | Link to this
“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”“Bye Jeff”
By Jex
April 5, 2006 04:16 PM | Link to this
Katharine = Prissy Missy
By shay
April 5, 2006 04:16 PM | Link to this
rhythmless
By Ken
April 5, 2006 04:17 PM | Link to this
oh gosh help this day to go faster. iggit.
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 04:18 PM | Link to this
Self centered
By Carla
April 5, 2006 04:19 PM | Link to this
dull
By Ken
April 5, 2006 04:19 PM | Link to this
Paris
By shay
April 5, 2006 04:19 PM | Link to this
cute
By Carla
April 5, 2006 04:20 PM | Link to this
too much
By Jex
April 5, 2006 04:21 PM | Link to this
Paris = sweet kid, I think
By fevergirl
April 5, 2006 04:22 PM | Link to this
hoochiemama
By Ken
April 5, 2006 04:23 PM | Link to this
lol -says in high pitched voice- thank you
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 04:23 PM | Link to this
Idol News :
Couple of news stories out today saying that Taylor has been sick all week with the flu, and was almost unable to perform last night. He apparently was running a fever and throwing up all day long, and according to his grandmother has been sick since Saturday.
The fear now is that other contestants will come down with the flu.
By shay
April 5, 2006 04:24 PM | Link to this
Ken, I posted Cute before you said Paris. Disregard that regarding Paris!
By Ken
April 5, 2006 04:25 PM | Link to this
ewwwww @ the flu……
Chris
By Carla
April 5, 2006 04:26 PM | Link to this
sexyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy
By fevergirl
April 5, 2006 04:27 PM | Link to this
good kisser
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 04:28 PM | Link to this
Idol over, you not a Kellie fan??lol
Who’s going home tonight
By Vin
April 5, 2006 04:28 PM | Link to this
Poor (L)ace…his mommy won’t be there to hold his hand. Awwwww..
By ,,,=^..^=,,,
April 5, 2006 04:29 PM | Link to this
ryan seacrest = ty pennington without the megaphone
By Ken
April 5, 2006 04:29 PM | Link to this
Pervs!!!
By Carla
April 5, 2006 04:29 PM | Link to this
Peace and love everybody. Until tomorrow….
By fevergirl
April 5, 2006 04:31 PM | Link to this
Jeff, did your mommy say you could blog again? Did you get your afternoon snack?
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 04:32 PM | Link to this
Here is some interesting Idol Inside info I just found. This is in a magazine article and all the information comes from an interview with Kevin and Lisa, so this is from actual contestants. Neat stuff.
_Goodbye dinner. Voted off contestants get to hang out with the remaining contenders immediately after they were sent home. It’s a sort–off goodbye dinner where the contestants get to relive their experiences with the one who’s leaving the show. Common topics: Assuring each other that there’ll be more of everybody when they reunite for the “Idol” tour after the season ends and emotional ‘we’ll miss you’ messages especially from fellow Idol roommates.
_No casual talks with judges. The judges don’t get to speak to the contestants other than what is seen during telecasts. How the audience perceive the judges is just about how the contestants know them also. The judges don’t get to advise them backstage.
_The seating arrangement scare. During elimination nights, the contestants are informed of the seating arrangement right before they go out on stage. No one knows how host Ryan Seacrest is going to shuffle your-safe or not-safe statements. The only clue you have is if you’re seating beside someone who frequently trips the ‘bottom three.’ But since America has consistently been an unpredictable voting population, no clues are solid. During vote-off days, the contestants spend the entire day wondering what the seats’ order will be and how Seacrest will break the bad news for those at the bottom three.
_Going first. Like the seating arrangements, nobody knows how the order of performance is arranged. The contestants know that it’s random but they only get to know who goes first before the airing starts.
_Your choice alone. “American Idol” contestants are solely responsible for their choices of songs. Yes, they do get a list of suggested songs after elimination episodes but the decision is all theirs. Usually they arrive at a decision two days after the elimination then it’s all practice from there until the next performance night. By Friday or Saturday, the contestants are pretty much ready with song choices.
_Fashion help. Contestants get fashion help from the show’s production staff. Confined to their respective close door practices, the contestants are given few choices on what to wear, what to look like and how to wear their fashion. There are at least two stylists on board. So when Simon Cowell bickers on a hopeful’s fashion sense, he or she is not much to be blamed for it.
_Good vibes. Contestants of this season claim that everyone has been nice to everyone. It’s all friendship backstage and in their Idol confinement. No one’s getting on the nerve of anyone despite the different personalities. Well, not yet…
_Big deal about song choices. Each week, the judges keep on smacking contestants’ song choices as if it’s the one important mistake an Idol can’t commit yet always falls prey for. Well, guess what? It’s really a big deal. It’s not just something the judges would talk about out of habit, it really matters.
_Finish the song. Voted off contestants don’t know that they are cut off the air even before they finish their farewell numbers. They felt it’s unfair to cut their last big stand off the air when it’s about giving it everything they’ve got at the final moment
_Comment ban. Contestants who are voted off are not allowed to comment, campaign and predict the fate of those who are left to compete. Obviously, people behind the show want the outcome to be on equal footing as much as possible. Because voted off contestants are interviewed by the press, whatever they say about possible outcomes may affect the voting strongly.
By IdolOverEasy
April 5, 2006 04:34 PM | Link to this
No, actually I love Kellie. My wife has even given me permission to runaway with her provided she calls me first. But realistically…can anyone think of one Queen song she will be able to do justice with???
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 04:34 PM | Link to this
I hope you guys know that half these blogs are not mine
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 04:35 PM | Link to this
Rumor is that Chicken Little gave them all the bird flu……… Hey, Vin, where are you? I’ve been waiting in this coat closet for 20 minutes…..
By kimmy
April 5, 2006 04:38 PM | Link to this
Wow! Craziness going on today. That was cool MikeS. Thanks for that! I didn’t have time to read all of the blogs today, what is the majority? Who is going home?
By Vin
April 5, 2006 04:38 PM | Link to this
We need to make sure the Blawagra works…..give it time.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 04:40 PM | Link to this
Wow, I have said some rude things today apparently. I have been trying to talk about tonight. Nole, you really think Elliot is going home? Why? I thought he did pretty good.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 04:41 PM | Link to this
jim you still havent shut up yet?
By Fisherman
April 5, 2006 04:42 PM | Link to this
You people who are criticizing Jeff need to know something. He is a respectable businessman. He runs a Fishing Bait and Tackle shop on Lake Allatoona. In fact, he’s so good at what he does, he is known as the Master Baiter.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 04:45 PM | Link to this
did not know that mike. Boy someone got fever mad at me.lol
Who is she? Who are you what did I say to p** you off> I have to go up and read a little more.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 04:46 PM | Link to this
Jeff, Elliott is a contender to go home because he does not connect with any group. We all agree he has a good voice but he never gives us WOW.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 04:46 PM | Link to this
Fever, Jim J is signing on and being me online. I have not said anything to you…
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 04:47 PM | Link to this
The little blue Blawagra seems to be working. I think I’m up for this, Vin.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 04:48 PM | Link to this
I agree Vin, I just think he is one of the better singers. I thought he would do better. Could you tell Jimm to stop being me online? kind of uncool.
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 04:50 PM | Link to this
Blawgpound…(and Jeff) I assure you that I have never blogged on under anybody else’s name. Just check the email address and you can see who is sending the posts. Anyway, if I was gonna impersonate someone for fun, it would definately be Vin………..
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 04:51 PM | Link to this
I mean what is Elliot’s style? He went with the simpathy plea with the hearing loss thing (which is a terrible thing)but I don’t get his style at all.
By DUKE
April 5, 2006 04:52 PM | Link to this
WHO’S GOING HOME YOU ASK KIMMY? HOPEFULLY IT’S CYNTHIA MCKINNEY
By Songluvr
April 5, 2006 04:53 PM | Link to this
Songluvr, Hicks wasn’t “ticking” last night, so I don’t buy the tooth fairy explanation you foisted. Try again. And the thought that he is “pacing himself” for the competition is just laughable! I hope he plays his harmonica as he says goodbye tonight.
Martha, nothing tooth fairy about it. The info on his nervous tics came from a doctor who is a friend of Taylor’s family. I don’t care for the idea of anyone pacing themselves for a competition like this, actually.
Finally, you sound ridiculous every time you talk about Taylor - you actually seem angry at him personally. Like someone else said, you are probably the only person who doesn’t like him. So chill.
By Vin
April 5, 2006 04:59 PM | Link to this
Jimmy Jay, we know you are just way too cool to insult under the guise of another. Sorry Jeff, you’ll have to take the Spanish Inquisition to Bo and Duke.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 05:02 PM | Link to this
Im sure that I said alot of those things Jim. I think they know.
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 05:02 PM | Link to this
Vin, these people keep wondering what I’m doing in this coat room………
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 05:06 PM | Link to this
Anyway, everybody enjoy this evening and we will talk about who left tomorrow and I promise I wont insult anyone. I tell you what Jim. I’ll believe that you didnt go under my name but you know someone did. Do me this favor let s discuss tomorrow instead of argue,COOL?
By Vin
April 5, 2006 05:06 PM | Link to this
Just tell them you’re practicing a dry run
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 05:07 PM | Link to this
You could be right, Jeff. Some of those posts actually had correct spelling……
By Try
April 5, 2006 05:07 PM | Link to this
Whew!!!!!! You all have been at it today. Why all the hostility? I read this blog to take my mind off of my hostile work environment. I did not get the relief I needed. I hope everyone is better tomorrow after Mandisa goes home. She is one of my favorites, but it’s between her and Ellioyt.
By ,,,=^..^=,,,
April 5, 2006 05:10 PM | Link to this
Vin!!!!!! that was FUNNY!!!!! (dry run…)
Jim! get a room, man! @¿-
heeheehee
linny
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 05:21 PM | Link to this
Tell you what Jim, I tried to be cool but since you want to go the way of an a*. Why dont we discuse this in person and we will see who has the right to be here tomorrow? You type tough boy, back it up!
By Vin
April 5, 2006 05:30 PM | Link to this
Linny! Glad someone caught that…I’m a naughty little minx. I’m checking out to pick up my Little Monster. Goodnight all!
By DUKE
April 5, 2006 05:30 PM | Link to this
YA’LL ARE STARTING TO ACT LIKE BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN…..YYYYYEEEEE HAWWWWWW
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 05:31 PM | Link to this
You gotta fight, for your right, to paarrrrrrrrtttttaaay………….
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 05:33 PM | Link to this
Duke, nothing broke here man. But thanks for askin.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 05:34 PM | Link to this
Didnt think so Jimbo
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 05:38 PM | Link to this
No Jeff, you just don’t think.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 05:49 PM | Link to this
Well, why dont you come show me how to think Jim. You dont have your hussies here to speak up for you anymore. Why be a dick here?
By Mike S
April 5, 2006 05:50 PM | Link to this
From graycharles.com — the following celebrities have told graycharles webmaster that they have been voting for Taylor weekly : Season 1 winner Kelly Clarkson, Singer Alicia Keyes, and Actress Jeanna Fisher (office)
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 05:51 PM | Link to this
Were you one of those geeks that got picked on at school so this is your only way to insult? Sorry if I dont care to spell check for you guys. I was one of those guys that picked on you when you were in high school.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 05:53 PM | Link to this
Appriciate that one Mike. Interesting news. Sorry about all the BS today. I just came here to talk about idol.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 05:54 PM | Link to this
Jim,
I apologize. After reading my posts, I can see that I’ve been kind of an a** Sorry everyone. Hey, we can talk about it offline. My e-mail address is photoman12_99@yahoo.com
Are we cool? It’s hard for me as a gay man in America…especially in ATL.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 06:05 PM | Link to this
I knew you lied Jim. I am not blonde like the others to believe it. Ill post yours tomorrow.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 06:08 PM | Link to this
Come on Jimbo why not come and discuss things in person. I am sure your little p*** a* has been picked on your whole life too bad. Has to suck. If you hadn’t guessed I was on of those athletes that used to do your friends or girls that would only consider you a friend.
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 06:09 PM | Link to this
Whatever dude. I was actually hoping your confession was true because I shop on that side of the aisle too, so to speak (hee hee)
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 06:42 PM | Link to this
Now I am really confused…..
By Diane
April 5, 2006 06:49 PM | Link to this
i am back after a few hours and you guys are still act it? unbelieveable!!! and you guys are adults. what can we hope for our kids.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 06:59 PM | Link to this
I have been beaten up all day. I am going to come back tomorrow and just be nice. I dont care if I am called every name in the book.
By Jeff
April 5, 2006 07:05 PM | Link to this
So Jim. I have been in a scratch fight today is that what you are saying?
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 08:18 PM | Link to this
Just for the record, my last legitimate post was at 5:33. The latter ones were someone being a jerk.
By red gal
April 5, 2006 09:29 PM | Link to this
Oh H3LL NO!!!!!!
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 09:32 PM | Link to this
Wow. Wow. Wow. Wow. I really cannot believe that she is gone this early. And she looked the best tonight that she had looked the whole contest.
By red gal
April 5, 2006 09:32 PM | Link to this
Not Mandisa. Say it ain’t so!!!!!
D@MN, D@MN, D@MN!!!!
Oh well back to Lost.
By Diane
April 5, 2006 09:34 PM | Link to this
second real shock of the season. i was voting to bucky to help him. i should have voted for mandisa. by mandy. the whole show was shocked at this. but elliot needs this show more than mandy, so i am glad elliot is still in it.
By Jim J
April 5, 2006 09:36 PM | Link to this
I am really stunned. I was sure that Ace, Katherine, and Bucky were the bottom three. Does this mean that the vote has shifted to (L)ace, Pickler, and Katherine? I just can’t figure it out tonight. Two of the worst voices, (Bucky and (L)ace) are still alive. I can’t believe it……………….
By Diane
April 5, 2006 09:37 PM | Link to this
wow, i thougt paris was gone for sure.
By nookie
April 5, 2006 09:37 PM | Link to this
Didn’t watch last night, but am very surprised with the results. Mandisa will return with a flourishing career. She may have a big ‘ol booty, but she sure can sing!
By ,,,=^..^=,,,
April 5, 2006 09:38 PM | Link to this
sh@#$%^&*t!!!!! did anyone else feel that song had a pointer sister sound? well i did, but then i’ve been saying all along that sound would be good for ManDIVA. I hope that Barry was serious…if so, she has a job waiting for her immediately!!!
and i just cannot WAIT for the blast that will surely come from the anti-social bloggers who will bring up what we talked about earlier today if Paris and Mandisa were both in the bottom three… shudder
well from the little clip they showed of the Queen meeting, lil ol’ innocent naive north carolinian kellie ain’t so … naive?
oughta be a blast next tuesday, we’ll see!
peace, kids!
linny
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