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4/24: Elvis theme coming & other Idol revelations
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Executive “Idol” producer Ken Warwick did a press phone conference today from 2 to 3 p.m. EST. At least 15 reporters asked questions, from In Touch magazine to mtv.com to the Birmingham News to the Washington Post. It was a great hour.
He revealed to me that an Elvis Presley theme is forthcoming in “a couple of weeks.” He also said it breaks his heart that he can’t get clearance to do Beatles songs and can’t convince the Eagles to do a theme week.
To reduce busy signals, there will be two phone numbers for each of the six contestants Tuesday.
The performance snippets we see at the end of the performance show comes from the rehearsal, which many of you have noticed.
He never spoke directly with Prince reps about Prince doing the show so it never got very far.
He will reject any big star who refuses to work wtih the kids.
He said he decides the order of the contestants on a number of factors. He prefers upbeat songs to open or end the show. He won’t have a contestant open or close a show two weeks in a row.
He said it’s unlikely the show would film Kellie seeing her dad leave jail because it would be unfair to the other contestants. But he might do it on the final results show if she’s still around once the votes are in and if she’s willing to do it.
He was bemused that “American Dreamz” didn’t do well this past weekend. “People have been copying us since series two and doing a pretty lousy job of it. It’s another one for the pile.”
Greensboro was his favorite audition ever, that this will influence future audition cities.
I asked him about dialidol.com but he didn’t seem to mind its existence since only he, Nigel Lythgoe, the Fox standards & practices office and the third-party company that does the voting know who the bottom three really are.
He also noted that the finalists get paid a standard AFSTRA weekly fee for being on the show. I’m not sure how much that is but it’s probably only $2,000 a week or something relatively modest.
He also noted that no finalist can release an album until three months after the winner’s album comes out. He said they can do other things within reason but need to ask. Fox oversees that process, he said.
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By Mike S
April 24, 2006 03:27 PM | Link to this
To reduce busy signals, there will be two phone numbers for each of the six contestants Tuesday.
I asked him about dialidol.com but he didn’t seem to mind its existence since only he, Nigel Lythgoe, the Fox standards & practices office and the third-party company that does the voting know who the bottom three really are.
THey may say DialIdol does not bother them, but the first statement contradicts that. They are going to 2 lines to reduce busy signals in a direct effort to throw off Dial Idols accuracy — I GARAUNTEE!
By Deirdre
April 24, 2006 03:32 PM | Link to this
They went to two lines last year, too. I think the final 4 each had 2 lines.
By Chrissy
April 24, 2006 03:43 PM | Link to this
Elvis night will be great……….There is something for everybody with Elvis tunes!!!! Can’t wait
By Deirdre
April 24, 2006 03:48 PM | Link to this
Now I have Elvis songs running through my head….that is sooooo much better than David Lee Roth songs. Interesting reading, Rodney, thanks for the info.
By vin
April 24, 2006 03:49 PM | Link to this
Jailhouse Rock was custom made for Taylor!
By ,,,=^..^=,,,
April 24, 2006 03:50 PM | Link to this
whether it’s good or not will be seen, but it sure will be FUN, in think!!!
l-k
By Deirdre
April 24, 2006 03:52 PM | Link to this
I agree, Vin but I can see Chris doing it as well. So many choices and good singers to give them to, this is good!
By vin
April 24, 2006 03:53 PM | Link to this
,,,=^..^=,,,
I got it Linny! My font doesn’t look so good though. But I did practice at home so that now I don’t even need my cheat sheet. I’ll be 90 years old and remembering Linny and the kitty! :-)
By ,,,=^..^=,,,
April 24, 2006 03:56 PM | Link to this
¿ i must be snoozing, i meant “i think” last time, y’all
l-k
By vin
April 24, 2006 03:59 PM | Link to this
Oh yeah, Chris could rock it too. I guess by then we’ll be down to only three finalists and that’s when they sing two songs per show…two Elvis songs each?
By ,,,=^..^=,,,
April 24, 2006 03:59 PM | Link to this
way to go vin! @¿-
By Deirdre
April 24, 2006 04:00 PM | Link to this
We know, Linny…if we can read your pictures, we can also read your typos. We all do it!
By Mitch
April 24, 2006 04:04 PM | Link to this
Vin, Lewisville is a small town of about 80,000. The High School team name is the “Fighting Farmers”. It is a burb od Dallas. I’m not far from Texas Stadium where the football team plays that thinks they are better than the Falcons.
By Deirdre
April 24, 2006 04:04 PM | Link to this
I may have this all wrong but I think they start singing 2 songs next week. Or the week after. They can fit 10 songs in one hour, they have before, but it’s more likely to be 8 songs in one hour. Who will go this week? I’m gonna guess that Kat, Elliot and Paris will be in the bottom 3 without even hearing them sing. I think they have the least support. Speaking of support, where will Ace’s votes go?
By Deirdre
April 24, 2006 04:09 PM | Link to this
The Fighting Farmers???? Really, Mitch????
By ,,,=^..^=,,,
April 24, 2006 04:09 PM | Link to this
thank goodness, Dierdre….i’d be in heap big trouble otherwise!!
By Carla
April 24, 2006 04:10 PM | Link to this
Ace’s votes may go to Chris since they revealed how buddy buddy they are Wednesday night.
By vin
April 24, 2006 04:13 PM | Link to this
Certainly you don’t mean Cowboys? Gasp!! That must be rough to go from 3mil to 80K where everyone knows your business! LOL
By Deirdre
April 24, 2006 04:14 PM | Link to this
I think that’s a good choice, Carla. The pretty boy votes could move to Chris who is pretty hot. Taylor won’t get those votes and I don’t see them going to the Pickler. Paris or Kat might pick up a few, Elliot, too.
By vin
April 24, 2006 04:15 PM | Link to this
Carla, that’s a great observation and possibly an intentional smart move on (L)ace’s part. Hook up his buddy since he was leaving anyway…
By Deirdre
April 24, 2006 04:20 PM | Link to this
Well, it’s that time again folks…back to the kitchen. I have two hungry men heading home at the moment. Damn this traditional life! Have a good evening everyone. June Cleaver/Carol Brady signing out.
By Mitch
April 24, 2006 04:28 PM | Link to this
The quittin’ bell bout to sound. I will check back on here when i get home. If ya leave before then. C/ya soon.
By ,,,=^..^=,,,
April 24, 2006 05:01 PM | Link to this
wow Dierdre leaves, then Mitch leaves and the whole world goes quiet!!!
@¿-
By Mitch
April 24, 2006 05:36 PM | Link to this
I’m home. Anyone here?
By ,,,=^..^=,,,
April 24, 2006 05:39 PM | Link to this
lucky you, Mitch …i’m still workin’
By Mitch
April 24, 2006 05:44 PM | Link to this
I went in at 6:45 this AM. I drove in my sleep to get there.
By ,,,=^..^=,,,
April 24, 2006 05:49 PM | Link to this
GAG!
well glad you made it safely to…and from… work :-)
By Marte
April 24, 2006 06:17 PM | Link to this
Taylor Hicks will be in he top three. He has enough charisma and sex appeal to BE another ELVIS. Those dances may be GOOFY….but they have got all the girls going crazy for TAYLOR! I think he will be the winner…..but if not…he still has it made…
By ,,,=^..^=,,,
April 24, 2006 06:25 PM | Link to this
linny gets ready to duck all the things that will be thrown at her…
i’m sort of tired of taylor… in listening back to the tapes of the shows, i found that he’s really rather “the same” all the time, no matter what he’s singing. i think he is a really GOOD entertainer, he draws in the audience, he has FUN at it and makes the audience have fun too…but as a SINGER… i find him boring. The same could be said for Chris, except that at least he has, in the last couple of weeks, shown that he can totally turn around that hard sound that he produces and can make it soft… not squishy soft, but soft like a velvet glove…with a fist inside it. you don’t doubt the hardness, the strength, but he softens the delivery well… elliott i think has the best pure singing voice, kat is ok, but i think she’s limited to show time at the whatever lounge or on broadway or some circuit where she would do fantastically well with her looks and voice combination, but i wouldn’t buy a cd at this point… i love paris as an entertainer, she’s versatile and flexible and for 17, pretty darn adaptable, and DOES have a fantastic voice…hubby called her Sarah Vaughn after the last show… um and kellie…sweetie, go on down to dollywood, the show’s for YOU honey!!! talented but not enough to be my idol
eh
what can i say?
see y’all tomorrow!
By Songluvr
April 24, 2006 07:42 PM | Link to this
… Songluvr looks around for a pile of stuff to throw at Linny …
; )
By gosh golly
April 24, 2006 08:47 PM | Link to this
I’m looking at the ajc.com article which says that Taylor is the winner based on the number of items on eBay which are tied to him. Isn’t that kind of unfair insofar as Taylor has been a “professional” singer whose been around for a few years? It stands to reason that there’d be more paraphernalia out there with his name on it.
Or am I missing something here?
By Hicks Man
April 24, 2006 10:56 PM | Link to this
The show seems like it is falling into Taylor’s hands. An Elvis week suits him perfect. Also, for any Taylor fans, I just found a great site for any Soul Patrol attire. If any one is interested, try www.taylorhicksclothing.com, I believe his grandmother has something to do with the site.
Go Hicks Go
By ,,,=^..^=,,,
April 24, 2006 11:19 PM | Link to this
just can’t be that strong for taylor…i’m gonna sit back and watch teh competition, listen to the singing, and hope the best person truly wins….
nite all
linny-kat
By Shaun
April 25, 2006 07:01 AM | Link to this
Good Morning bloggers, I missed you all yesterday. Had a serious headache, had to take wifey to airport, already missing her. My fav Elvis song is “Dont’ be Cruel”, not sure who could do it.
By yolanda
April 25, 2006 07:34 AM | Link to this
Elvis !!!!! Don’t get me wrong Elvis is good but…
what happened to the variety of songs that they had to sing in the past…
I do not know who picked these song choices.
By American Mother
April 25, 2006 07:45 AM | Link to this
Yeah, I do believe I “wished” for Elvis songs last week, anyway, anything Taylor picks will be a winner - that’s what I think!!!! Taylor is the ONE!!!
By Deirdre
April 25, 2006 07:51 AM | Link to this
Taylor will do really well with Elvis, there’s no doubt. I think all the others, whoever is left, will also do well depending on the arrangement.
Good morning to all my fellow bloggers. We can talk about Elvis, which is very exciting or we can try to figure out what will happen tonight. I am curious to see what qualifies as a ‘classic’ love song. Surely, almost everything that was sung last week does. So the ONLY point of this theme is free advertising for Bocelli.
By Yo Daddy
April 25, 2006 08:00 AM | Link to this
humma humma humma, momma
By Dame
April 25, 2006 08:03 AM | Link to this
Country, Elvis, Eagles, Rod Stewart, Beetles…
Ummm, when is R&B night? Or for that matter, Hip-Hop night, as that is the most listened to and purchased music for the American Idol demographic (both in “urban” and “suburban” areas).
I’m sure the folks at AI wouldn’t imagine making Pickler sing Mary J. Blige, or Taylor sing New Edition.
What an obvious attempt at forcing a certain type of idol.
By Mike S
April 25, 2006 08:04 AM | Link to this
I notice that it looks like this is the year for Music people to do the SHOW CIRCUIT. First Kenny Rogers performs on Nashville Star and then on Idol. Now David Foster(Major songwriter/producer) was a guest Judge on Nashville Star last week and this week he will be “Coaching” the kids along with Andrea Bocelli.
Also, Rodney’s new blog says that one of the kids will be doing a David Foster song. Well that narrows it down to Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, Faith Hill, Josh Groban, and about 1000 others singers. ROFL.
Rumor is that Elliot is singing Groban’s “You Raised Me Up”
But, Whitney’s “I Will Always Love You” is also a Foster penned song.
By shay
April 25, 2006 08:05 AM | Link to this
Morning Deirdre and other fellow bloggers; old and new!
By Mike S
April 25, 2006 08:06 AM | Link to this
Actually Dame it is directed at keeping thier audience. The actual main AI demographic is 25-49 year old adults, followed by Senior Citizens. Those demographics think modern music and especially hip hop is total crap. That is why you will never see it on AI.
By yolanda
April 25, 2006 08:14 AM | Link to this
mike—-
R&B does not have to be the modern music of today …
It can be from the 70’s, 80’s or even the 90’s.
what happened to the show tunes???
we need a variety and I have not that this year…
By Diva
April 25, 2006 08:33 AM | Link to this
Good Morning All,
I hope everyone is having a wonderful morning.
By Deirdre
April 25, 2006 08:35 AM | Link to this
I agree Yolanda. While hip hop is definitely NOT idol material, R&B is or should be. It is a well established and popular style of music. My main objection to tonight’s theme is that it is too similar to last week’s theme. Other than that I am sure I will enjoy the music. I like this kind of music, I just don’t think the Idols should be singing it 2 weeks in a row.
However, if Elliot sings You Raise Me Up, it will be absolutely beautiful.
By SUAVE
April 25, 2006 08:36 AM | Link to this
Lets not start with the “everything is not fair because its not the way I want it” today. THANK YOU
By deb
April 25, 2006 08:39 AM | Link to this
PARIS/PARIS/PARIS/PARIS/PARIS/PARIS/PARIS
THIS GIRL SHOULD WIN
PARIS/PARIS/PARIS/PARIS/PARIS/PARIS/PARIS
SHE IS THE BEST
PARIS/PARIS/PARIS/PARIS/ACE/PARIS/PARIS
WHO DID ACE GET IN THEIR
PARIS/PARIS/PARIS/PARIS/PARIS/PARIS
By red gal
April 25, 2006 08:39 AM | Link to this
Good point Deirdre. But then all you points seem to be good ones.
By Janie
April 25, 2006 08:43 AM | Link to this
Good morning everyone!
By Diva
April 25, 2006 08:44 AM | Link to this
Deidre, you have a valid point!
By jes8
April 25, 2006 08:46 AM | Link to this
Hey everybody! Missed last week (on here, I TiVo’d the results show) cuz I was out of town. But it was so worth the trip. Love Savannah.
I’m still wondering about the whole “Classic” Love Song thing. Maybe they’ll release the song choices later today like they did before.
By Janie
April 25, 2006 08:49 AM | Link to this
I think it would be awesome to have an Eagles week.
By Janie
April 25, 2006 08:51 AM | Link to this
The interview above says that the finalists get about $2,000 a week - does that mean everyone in the top 12 through the final show?
By American Mother
April 25, 2006 08:56 AM | Link to this
I know Dolly Parton did “I will always love you” way before Whitney and In MY opinion does it better, but I am also pretty sure that Dolly Wrote it too.
By Yo Daddy
April 25, 2006 08:59 AM | Link to this
Dolly wrote it. Whitney put it in a pipe and smoked it.
By Janie
April 25, 2006 09:01 AM | Link to this
Very funny Yo Daddy!! :)
By Jesse
April 25, 2006 09:02 AM | Link to this
My real concern with Harry Potter is its lack of inclusiveness. There are no African-American, Latino, Homosexual, Transgendered or Native Americans portrayed in these books. Why would a child from the ghetto be inclined to show an interest in a book or movie dominated by middle class, caucasion characters? Wiccans are definitely a minority, but their roles in our society are not properly defined in the world of Harry Potter. Hopefully, the author’s future works will be more diverse and inclusive.
Keep hope alive !
Rev. Jesse Jackson
By Yo Daddy
April 25, 2006 09:03 AM | Link to this
Jesse - Ron Weasley? Gay.
By Justin
April 25, 2006 09:04 AM | Link to this
The show has lost the excitement it had the first three seasons. I agree with Dame and Yolanda 100%! Where is R&B night? Hip Hop is the most played and purchased music of this era, so why hasn’t it been considered? Mike, if the main demographic felt Hip Hop and R&B was crap, it wouldn’t have generated over 600 million dollars last year. Looks to me like American Idol wants a “certain” type of Idol now.
By Janie
April 25, 2006 09:06 AM | Link to this
What was that all about????
By Cdog
April 25, 2006 09:08 AM | Link to this
Elvis music is not similar to last week’s. For those of you who exist in the two-genre hegemony, you probably think that all music outside your isolated world “sounds the same.” Those of us who listen to more than 1 radio station think the variety of genres is better this season than ever before.
R&B? Remember Stevie Wonder night?
On another note, I think Paris or Elliot will be gone this week. Kellie has the least talent of the remaining bunch, but she has the looks and the sympathy vote to push her through to the final three. Taylor is fun and entertaining, but I am pulling for Chris or Kat to win.
By red gal
April 25, 2006 09:10 AM | Link to this
Wrong blog Jesse. I think the Harry Potter blog is closed for right now. At least until a decision is made.
By American Mother
April 25, 2006 09:11 AM | Link to this
Whitney smoked a LOT of stuff, but as stated, MY opinion is Dolly did it better and still can, Whitney is now dreggs - she does have such a beautiful voice, Cousin Whitney!!!!! I love her, but stand by Dolly on this, but I will not be here to argue, have IMPORTANT things to achieve today!!!
Peace and Love to ALL!!! Really!!!!!
By Yo Daddy
April 25, 2006 09:13 AM | Link to this
American Mother - it is a shame that we lost Whitney to drugs. Maybe she will come back some day. She did have an incredible voice.
By Janie
April 25, 2006 09:14 AM | Link to this
Sorry Justine - have to agree with Mike - most people do not listen to Hip Hop - alot of young people listen to Hip Hop but not all of them. We did have a Stevie wonder night if we all remember - that was good. I think AI is doing a good job covering music. There are still a few weeks to go.
By yolanda
April 25, 2006 09:15 AM | Link to this
I am sorry Stevie Wonder night was not R & B.
By Mike S
April 25, 2006 09:16 AM | Link to this
American Mother - You are correct, Dolly wrote “I Will Always Love You”. David Foster produced and won a grammy for Whitney Houston’s version of the song.
NOw, Reading is COMPREHENSION people — nowhere in my post above did the words R&B appear. Last week I suggested they should have an R&B/Motown night. What I said is that HIP HOP does not fit AI’s demographics. Yes Hip Hop sells — to 15-29 year olds almost exclusively. That is not A.I.’s demographic - therefore they will not have a Hip Hop night.
By Deirdre
April 25, 2006 09:18 AM | Link to this
Justin, the main demographic FOR THE SHOW is people between the ages of 25-75. Those are the people watching the show. While hip hop is absolutely the most popular amongst the younger set, it is not with anyone older than 30. I doubt that there are many people in the above demographic who think R&B is crap. I agree that an R&B night would be entertaining and challenging for the contestants. I would love to watch the idols attempt R&B.
By Yo Daddy
April 25, 2006 09:18 AM | Link to this
In what way does Elvis fit the demographic?
By Janie
April 25, 2006 09:19 AM | Link to this
How about a punk night then - alot of young people listen to punk or alternative music - not going to happen either because of demographics.
By Clay
April 25, 2006 09:22 AM | Link to this
I always thought “I Will Always Love You” was written by Dolly Parton about Porter Waggoner after she left his variety show to go out on her own.
By Mike S
April 25, 2006 09:25 AM | Link to this
Exactly Janie. AI knows they are selling the show to people over 30. Nielsens ratings site show clearly that over 75-80% of AI viewers are over 30. Furthur proof is in the commercial sponsors. Ford Fusions are not exactly a young person car — they are a sporty car for people who need “family size” but don’t want to drive a “Sedan”. PLus I don’t know a whole lot of teens that need to take Cialis, etc.
Elvis fit’s the demographic the same way as 50’s night etc etc does Yo Daddy. It is well written music that the majority of the audience will know and get into.
What we are discussing is actually the crux of the Dilemma A.I. has faced since thier conception. The show is trying to produce the next POP star - to sell modern music CD’s to teens, yet the demographic of the show requires the contestants to perform music they will most likely never record.
By Deirdre
April 25, 2006 09:26 AM | Link to this
CDog, tonight is not Elvis night…it will be in a couple of weeks.
Yo Daddy, I’ve always thought of Elvis as somewhat universal…like he belongs to the masses now. He has never been my favorite performer but I think it is more than appropriate that a theme be devoted to his music.
By vin
April 25, 2006 09:26 AM | Link to this
Vin pops in hey everyone! If the show wants to please everyone, they could just pick a genre each week. I personally love all music..hip-hop,country, Rock, Metal, R&B, Rap, Country, Motown, and roll up and down the dial on my radio. My music collection is very eclectic I have caused many an eyebrow to raise…one CD will be early Snoop with expletives, go to the next and it’s Shania or Toby, followed by Alice in Chains. But the show has to please it’s core audience as Mike S indicates…still it would be fun to watch them massacre some of the genres!
By Deirdre
April 25, 2006 09:30 AM | Link to this
I agree with you, Vin, I would be much happier if they just did genres with an occasional performer specific theme. The themes this year with the performers has just been too much.
By Yo Daddy
April 25, 2006 09:35 AM | Link to this
A true pop competition would do away with the themes. Let the singers perform the style they choose. Chris will never record country or standards, so why make him do it?
By Janie
April 25, 2006 09:35 AM | Link to this
Personally I like alot of different music with kids ranging from 13 - 21 I get to hear it all. It would be nice if we got to hear some Hip Hop, punk and alternative - it would be fun to watch the contestants try that
By Mike S
April 25, 2006 09:37 AM | Link to this
Agree totally — I thought last year was great as most of the night’s were “Era” or “genre” themes.
By Ken
April 25, 2006 09:37 AM | Link to this
Mornin’ everyone. What’s up with the random posts?
By kimmy
April 25, 2006 09:40 AM | Link to this
Morning all!!! Don’t get me started on Harry Potter, people! I agree YoD. Let them sing what they want. MikeS. do you have any info on what people are singing tonight?
By Deirdre
April 25, 2006 09:42 AM | Link to this
That’s true Yo, like they do on Nashville Star. I think the themes are to challenge them but, more importantly, I think the themes entertain us and keep us talking and watching to see how Kellie is going to manage Stevie or how Chris will handle the Great American Songbook. We know, every week, that the performers on Nashville Star will sing country music well because that’s who they are, but the kids on Idol are all different kinds of singers with different strengths in different areas. We’d be comparing apples and oranges. This way, we are comparing voices.
By Mike S
April 25, 2006 09:42 AM | Link to this
Sorry if I come across b*** today. I am fighting a horrible allergy/sinus outbreak (headache, watery eyes, cough, etc) — plus I am having to play the bad guy at work with a couple of our employees. One of the bad sides of management — someone screws up, you get the flak from upstairs and have to clean up the mess.
By Deirdre
April 25, 2006 09:44 AM | Link to this
Just come in and talk whenever you feel like hitting someone, Mike, I have already discovered that this place can be very theraputic.
By Ken
April 25, 2006 09:44 AM | Link to this
I agree Yo Daddy but they probably figure by making them sing all these different genres they’re making it fair. For instance if everyone hated rock no one would vote for Chris because no one likes rock but then you make Chris sing something different and people who may like that genre of music and like the way he sang it may vote for him which means that the voting may be fairer because people won’t be as biased since everyone’s singing different types of music. But people still have favorites and arent going to vote on who may be the most talented.
By Janie
April 25, 2006 09:45 AM | Link to this
You are forgiven Mike S - but you were not being bit*hy - just haveing an opinion.
I agree with Yo - the contestants would stick with their style of music every week and not test themselves - naturally you would want to stay in your element.
By Shaun
April 25, 2006 09:46 AM | Link to this
They may still have a Mowtown night, I think that will cover R&B. Hey Vin….. Sorry I missed you yesterday.
By Janie
April 25, 2006 09:47 AM | Link to this
Of all the contestants left, whose cd would you go out and buy honestly?
I would buy Chris’, Kellie’s and Taylor’s amd give them a try
By Shaun
April 25, 2006 09:48 AM | Link to this
Mowtown??? Please forgive me Berry Gordy…
By Shaun
April 25, 2006 09:50 AM | Link to this
I would’nt take Kellies CS if they were giving them away…. I would buy Elliot’s music anytime.
By kimmy
April 25, 2006 09:51 AM | Link to this
Good point Ken. Me personally, I would not buy Kellie’s CD, Taylor and Chris-yes but not Kellie. She’s just not my thang. I might buy Paris’ too. Depending how AI produces all of them, really. Last year I would have said I would buy Bo’s CD and after hearing his first single, no thanks.
By Mike S
April 25, 2006 09:53 AM | Link to this
Trying to find some Kimmy. Here is what I have so far.
I have found THREE different songs for Eliot — “UNchained Melody” “You lift me up” and “A Song for You”
Here is Eliots CLUE for the week : In case you were wondering; Elliott is going to do some Teaching tomorrow night. I hear a brilliant crescendo building, I have no doubts the performance will rattle the hearts of anybody who loves Elliott’s music. I feel a record deal being materialized. This show stopper will ignite the phone lines as they have never been before! Over the top baby! Top 5 performance material will be delivered! I hope this answers your question!”
The consensus is it points to “A Song For You” as it contains a passage about being taught. Another possibility is Teach me tonight.
Taylor’s clue is : He will be wearing a Velvet Smoking Jacket and recently The song title contains 5 words
Velvet Jacket points to Ray Charles, as he wore Velvet on stage in concert. “Georgia On My Mind” is of course immediately coming to mind, but the title is only 4 words.
Consensus is now on “I Can’t Stop Loving You”, although Charles “Bess You Is My Woman” is also in the mix. Also, the Righteous Brothers “You’ve Lost That Loving Feeling” is the hot choice on the Taylor Hicks Fan site.
Something to Consider — Elliot and Taylor are roommates, and Bucky has said they are best pals too and helped each other with thier music —- Could it be that they are bringing out the Righteous Brother’s together, “Unchained Melody” and “You’ve Lost That Loving Feeling”
By Yo Daddy
April 25, 2006 09:54 AM | Link to this
I think you are right Ken. I think people lock in on their favorites early on and stick with them till they get booted.
By Janie
April 25, 2006 09:54 AM | Link to this
Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood made it into our house.
Still can’t understand why Reuben ever won AI!!!!!!!!
By Jeff
April 25, 2006 09:56 AM | Link to this
Deirdre, I agree. I liked the Rod Stewart but Stevie WOnder? I agree he is a great artist but who can sing Stevie? I mean lets get smart people. Do someone who doesnt have such a specialized way of singing. I mean if they did Whitney Houston, who could sing that well? Pick a genre and let them do there best from there!
By Deirdre
April 25, 2006 09:57 AM | Link to this
Mike, Elliot already sang Teach Me Tonight during the 50’s theme night. But all the other choices you mentioned would be fantastic.
By Mike S
April 25, 2006 09:58 AM | Link to this
LAtest Chris rumor on multiple websites — Chris is singing “Wicked Game” by Chris Isaak. Money is he will sing the H.I.M. version.
By Jeff
April 25, 2006 09:58 AM | Link to this
And good morning all!
By Shaun
April 25, 2006 09:59 AM | Link to this
Janie, Giving the choice between Clay and whomever, I would go with whomever….
By Yo Daddy
April 25, 2006 10:00 AM | Link to this
Wicked Game is an interesting choice. Wonder if he will do the falsetto.
By Janie
April 25, 2006 10:00 AM | Link to this
Good morning Jeff - still have not had my question answered from 2 weeks ago - what “card” is everyone blogging about?
By vin
April 25, 2006 10:00 AM | Link to this
Hey Shaunsky! You took an exit before I could shout back at you yesterday! :-)
By Janie
April 25, 2006 10:02 AM | Link to this
Shaun -Clay or Rueben - blahhhh! Wasted season
By kimmy
April 25, 2006 10:02 AM | Link to this
Love Wicked Game, I hope he doesn’t rock it up too too much. Always to be counted on MikeS. thanks. Any of those songs all sound great.
By Mike S
April 25, 2006 10:04 AM | Link to this
THanks Deirdre, I forgot that or I wouldn’t have listed that that song was being considered. Consensus seems to be that it is “A Song For You”.
Two Places reporting “At Last” for Paris, but that sounds like a wish list to me.
Same sites are saying : “I Will Always Love You” for Katherine and Celine Dion “Because You Loved Me” for Kellie.
Now - the same site that is reporting the above also have totally different songs for Chris Taylor and Elliot - which is why I said it sounds like a WISH LIST not a real list.
They have Taylor — You are So Beautiful, Eliot — Unchained Melody, and Chris — I Don’t Want To Miss a Thing.
All songs are ones we discussed as being good choices last week. So I don’t think that list is accurate.
By vin
April 25, 2006 10:04 AM | Link to this
OMG!!! If Chris were to sing Wicked Game, he would seal his votes from me through the end…only IDOL CD I have is Kelly’s Breakaway but hubby bought Carrie. I would be all over a Chris CD too.
By Shaun
April 25, 2006 10:05 AM | Link to this
Your right Janie…..Vin, you are still mother blog to me!!!! I am pulling for my boy E to the lliot.
By Janie
April 25, 2006 10:06 AM | Link to this
I hope Kellie DOES NOT sing Because I Loved You - that would be a mistake….ahhhhh
By Shaun
April 25, 2006 10:08 AM | Link to this
Mike, is “A song for you” the one that Karen Carpenter sang, and Donnie Hathaway remade? If so, that is the song of songs!
By Carla
April 25, 2006 10:09 AM | Link to this
Morning everyone. The song choices really sound good if they are indeed the ones that will be performed. I can’t wait to hear Eliott and Paris. Although I was really looking forward to Taylor finally singing Georgia On My Mind.:-(
By vin
April 25, 2006 10:09 AM | Link to this
Vin grins…all warm and fuzzies at Shaun E to the lliot…cute! :-) Janie, totally agree…it would be for Kellie, but no one ever knocks the chair from beneath her noose!
By Janie
April 25, 2006 10:11 AM | Link to this
That’s funny Vin!!!
By Jex
April 25, 2006 10:11 AM | Link to this
Good Morning Everyone! This is really getting down to the wire isn’t it?
Where are we meeting for drinks for the Final Two? Rodney? Helloooo??? Maybe we shouldn’t promote such indulgences on a blog.
I’m excited to hear what Taylor and Elliot have chosen for tonight. I would like to see Taylor really show his vocal skills and Elliot push his personality through his performance. I think those two will do alright tonight and maybe Paris. It may be rough for Kellie and Chris. And who’s left? Oh yeah, the puppy girl. She should do okay tonight as well.
By vin
April 25, 2006 10:14 AM | Link to this
Oh no, no, no Jex! Indulge, we must! I owe so many people a drink(s) that it’s a good thing I just received my tax return!
By Janie
April 25, 2006 10:15 AM | Link to this
I think everyone should do okay tonight - I guess I can tolerate Paris another night - the things one will do for entertainment :)
By Janie
April 25, 2006 10:17 AM | Link to this
Vin - how many drinks are you indebted for now? :-)
By kimmy
April 25, 2006 10:17 AM | Link to this
Is it me? I am still waiting on a “WOW” moment and haven’t had one yet this season. Anyone????
By Jex
April 25, 2006 10:18 AM | Link to this
Alright, Vin! Then it’s on! We just have to choose a central location for everyone’s convenience. By the time it’s down to the Final 2, we probably won’t care as much anyway.
I say the first round is on Mike!!
By Janie
April 25, 2006 10:19 AM | Link to this
Maybe you will get one tonight Kimmy!
By vin
April 25, 2006 10:20 AM | Link to this
Kimmy, you are absolutely correct. Fantasia had Summertime, Constantine had Bohemian Rhapsody and….still waiting
By Jex
April 25, 2006 10:21 AM | Link to this
Kimmy, you must not be a Taylor fan. He’s WOWed me a few times. And so has Elliot. I guess if you have a favorite, that’s who you tune into.
By kimmy
April 25, 2006 10:21 AM | Link to this
I hope so Janie, did someone say “drinks?” I’m there. Although I should say “drink” I am such a light weight. One margarita and I’m dancing on table tops!
By Janie
April 25, 2006 10:22 AM | Link to this
I’m there with you Kimmy - cheap date we are
By kimmy
April 25, 2006 10:23 AM | Link to this
Actually Jex, Taylor is my favorite and tho I really have liked his stuff I just haven’t had that goose bumpy moment—like Vinny Girl said—that Summertime moment. Fan of Fantasia or not you couldn’t help but be knocked out on that performance.
By Shaun
April 25, 2006 10:23 AM | Link to this
Count me in for the get together, I will buy a round too. I have not been drinking lately, wifey is pregnant, so she can’t drink, then I can’t drink…..
By Janie
April 25, 2006 10:24 AM | Link to this
To all ladies out there - Have you seen the pic of Nick Lachey in Rolling Stone Magazine this week?
By vin
April 25, 2006 10:25 AM | Link to this
Of course…that’s the only gentleman thing to do Mikey! Janie, I think I need a case of Petron for Ken. :-) Of course throw in some Red Bulls/Vodka and by the end of the night, we’re all pretty people. You know how that works. :-) Shay will be designated driver and helm the bus!
By Janie
April 25, 2006 10:25 AM | Link to this
Congrats Shaun!!
By Mike S
April 25, 2006 10:26 AM | Link to this
THere have been some WOW moments here and there, but there has yet to be a totally memorable WOW performance.
LIke Simon has said a few times — “Almost” the moment.
That is why I think the competition is still wide open —- everyone is still waiting for that OMG moment — for “summertime” “Bridge over troubled Water” “Vehicle” “Independence Day”.
The person who finally pulls off the truly Great performance will immediately jump to the front. I think Taylor has been the closest to doing that so far — he almost had it last week with “you Send Me” —— Chris came right to the edge of it with “I Walk The Line” — and even Katherine has flirted with it a couple times.
By Diva
April 25, 2006 10:29 AM | Link to this
Vin, I am oh so there with you and red/bull and vodkas….had a couple this weekend except they used Rock Energy….
By Janie
April 25, 2006 10:29 AM | Link to this
I would love to hear Bridge over Troubled Water.
By vin
April 25, 2006 10:29 AM | Link to this
Contrats Shaun…in that case, shouldn’t you be handing out cigars instead? I like the sweet ones if you don’t mind… :-)
By Ken
April 25, 2006 10:29 AM | Link to this
Throw in some red bulls and we’ll be fighting by the end of the night.
By Deirdre
April 25, 2006 10:29 AM | Link to this
Kimmy, I kinda thought Chris’ Walk the Line was a WOW moment…at least I went WOW. Then people started complaining that he didn’t give credit to Live and ruined it. It was still pretty WoW to me.
By Diva
April 25, 2006 10:30 AM | Link to this
Hey, did Shania Twain sing “At Last”, I’m trying to remember this song she song
By Shaun
April 25, 2006 10:31 AM | Link to this
Thanks All, were are excited, our first…Cigars and Drinks on me…
By shay
April 25, 2006 10:31 AM | Link to this
I see my name next to designated driver. I am cool with that.
By Diva
April 25, 2006 10:31 AM | Link to this
Good Morning All,
I hope everyone is having a wonderful morning.
By Jex
April 25, 2006 10:31 AM | Link to this
Mike, you’re right about Taylor’s “You Send Me”. I slipped right off the sofa with that one.
But we do need a ‘Summertime’ moment here pretty soon.
By Janie
April 25, 2006 10:32 AM | Link to this
Vin - what is Petron?
Don’t know if anyone could pull off Martina McBride’s Independence Day.
McBride was just here in concert at Gwinnett Center last weekend - Fall Out Boys this weekend I think
By vin
April 25, 2006 10:32 AM | Link to this
You’re right Deirdre, Chris’ Walk The Line was a pivotal point for him but I just don’t think it was quite there…almost though.
Although I should say “drink” I am such a light weight. One margarita and I’m dancing on table tops!
Okay, Kimmy has volunteered to be the entertainment of the evening.
By Diva
April 25, 2006 10:33 AM | Link to this
I thought Taylor did a great job with that one!
By malcom X
April 25, 2006 10:34 AM | Link to this
I think Paris, and Taylor will do very well tonight. I am on the fence with Chris, and Kat. I can care less what Kellie sing’s her days are numbered. I truly believe it is very important on what song they choose. I think tonight it will come to light that Kat really does not have the voice they boost her up to have. Keep your ear’s perked up, the song choice could write their ticket home.
By kimmy
April 25, 2006 10:34 AM | Link to this
Deirdre, I agree but, like Mike said there have been some almost moments, but at least for me nothing that knocks me out—yet. I am still waiting, I have faith. IMO, I think it may be Taylor this year.
By Ken
April 25, 2006 10:34 AM | Link to this
LOL I just noticed Vin said patron for me. I’ve never even had it. I haven’t drank in a while.
Janie, it’s this drink rappers are always talking about.
By Janie
April 25, 2006 10:34 AM | Link to this
Good morning Diva!!!
Shaun - the first one is sooooo exciting
By Jex
April 25, 2006 10:36 AM | Link to this
Isn’t Patron a Tequila? Ick I had my fill of that stuff in College. I’ll fly away with my Grey Goose any day. And I’ll need plenty of it if Kellie stays in this competition much longer.
By Yo Daddy
April 25, 2006 10:36 AM | Link to this
I miss Mandisa. :(
By kimmy
April 25, 2006 10:37 AM | Link to this
Well, the key is—if you see me doing shots—which I don’t do—look out!! God forbid there is good music playing!!!lol…remembering all of the table tops I have danced upon in my day
By vin
April 25, 2006 10:37 AM | Link to this
Janie…not sure what Petron is but our girls have been requesting and Ima deliverin’!
Good morning Shay, Ms Thang, Ms Emory! Good morning Diva. Good morning EVERYONE!
By Janie
April 25, 2006 10:38 AM | Link to this
Diva - I am not familiar with “At Last”.
By Mike S
April 25, 2006 10:38 AM | Link to this
Janie - Carrie Underwood basically won last year’s competition when she sang “Independence Day”. I don’t think any of this years girls are capable of that, with that song.
The truly memorable moments so far in AI history are so few because it needs the perfect blend of singer, correct song choice, and performance.
Even with the same singing, If Fantasia had bounced all over the stage “Summertime” would not have had the same impact. After everything else, the picture of Fantasia just sitting there in that elegant white dress hammering out note after note is what made that song.
By Jex
April 25, 2006 10:38 AM | Link to this
Kimmy, was that you?!
By Deirdre
April 25, 2006 10:39 AM | Link to this
I really liked Taylor on You SEnd Me as well. I think anytime you have a moment when your jaw kinda drops, then that singer has done really well. I’ve also had ‘tears in my eyes’ moments and ‘standing up and moving with the music’ moments. I look forward to those moments because then I know I’ve forgotten about who is singing, who is my favorite, who I don’t like, and I become part of the music. THAT’s the best part of Idol.
By Janie
April 25, 2006 10:39 AM | Link to this
I hope we survive Vin :)
By vin
April 25, 2006 10:40 AM | Link to this
YoDaddy, we’ll invite Mandisa to our little Pow Wow just for you, baby.
Anyone heard from Jim J? I’ve sent him a couple of emails and asked him to join us in here yesterday.
By Janie
April 25, 2006 10:42 AM | Link to this
I agree Mike - I wish Kat would come alive and WOW us and show us what she is made of
By Diva
April 25, 2006 10:42 AM | Link to this
Does anyone know what date the finally is on?
By vin
April 25, 2006 10:42 AM | Link to this
We’ll survive…just remember though …what happens on the bus, stays on the bus….
By Mike S
April 25, 2006 10:42 AM | Link to this
Janie - “At Last” is a true classic song. Ella Fitzgerald is the standard by which that song is judged ever since. Google “At Last - Ella Fitzgerald” and prepare to be mesmerized. It is an amazing song, and if Paris sings it and performs it correctly, it just could be a MOMENT.
By Yo Daddy
April 25, 2006 10:42 AM | Link to this
“At Last” was recorded by Etta James, Janie. Here, I’ll sing a few bars -
At last My love has come along My lonely days over And life is like a song Ooh, at last The skies above are blue…
By Diva
April 25, 2006 10:42 AM | Link to this
Does anyone know what date the Finale is on?
By Mac Music
April 25, 2006 10:43 AM | Link to this
Hello, I can not wait 4 tonight. I truly believe that the choice of song will be important. Kellie can not afford another week of forgetting her words, not keeping up with the music. Chris we have to wait & see. Kat, i think this week we will see,she can not hold a note longer then 5 seconds, before going into her deep raspy voice.This will be the night for Elliott,Paris to really bring down the house,or their plane ticket home will be cashed in.Taylor, please change it up a little tonight, the soul patrol has patroled every neighborhood in town, please patrol in another outfit. I hope 4 Paris to show off her voice, it is the best left.
By Diva
April 25, 2006 10:43 AM |