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5/16: Soaring over that rainbow
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Clive made life tough for all three of them in the opening trio of songs. The judges handed them songs on a platter and all three delivered, though Katharine probably solidified her chances to get into the final two over Elliott. And in the personal round, Taylor easily finished off the strongest. His slot in the final two is solidified though he’s going to lose some votes for constantly yelping “Soul Patrol! Soul Patrol! Soul Patrol!”
So my gut reaction is the bottom two will be Kat and Elliott and Elliott will go home. His final song choice did him in. It was almost like Chris picking another Creed song if he were still in the competition.
Dialidol as of 10:15 p.m. is showing Taylor in the lead as usual and a close race between Kat and Elliott, with Kat just barely ahead. Could this be a photo finish? Or will Kat’s text messaging friends and West Coast Buddies give her a comfy lead and put away Elliott?
Katharine (Simon’s pick “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” by Judy Garland & others) — Kimberley Locke rocked this song. We’ll see if Kat can do it, too. She’s on the floor again! A camera from above. Something wrong with her ear? What did she just do during the start of the chorus? She’s doing it in a very sexy, sultry way, which is her strength. It’s a theatrical song and she’s theater all the way. She doesn’t try to blow it out, thank goodness. She even hits the last note well. This is easily her best performance in ages, if ever. Thank you SImon! Randy: “Finally! Finally, this is what I’ve been waiting for. This is the best vocal for you this season. That was brilliant.” Paula: “Soak in this moment. Your element and your magic is when you don’t go overboard.” Simon: “I’m very happy for you tonight. It proves the point you don’t need to lay it too much. You have a very special talent. That was the single best performance in the competition to date.”
Taylor (Randy’s pick Joe Cocker’s “You Are So Beautiful”) — Randy couldn’t have picked a better song but the comparisons to Joe Cocker may not necessarily be a good thing. We’ll see. Taylor is taking the subtle route and he hits a home run. Thank you Randy! Randy: “A great tender moment from Taylor. You did the song proud.” Paula: “You not only look like a star, you are a star.” SImon: “That was far and away your best performance.” But the soul patrol shout outs—getting annoying!
Taylor (Try a Little Tenderness” by Otis Redding) – He gives the umpteenth to “Soul Patrol” before jumping in and swim in the soul. A delight. He’s playing to win! Randy: “I got a new name for you. Your new name from now on is have a good time funky Taylor.” (Uh huh). Paula: “I chose this and foudn out you picked it yourself. You did an incredible job.” Simon: “Smart choice of song. Good performance. Hideous ending. But I’ll see you next Tuesday.”
Elliott (Paula’s pick “What You Won’t Do For Love” Bobby Caldwell) — This is much better for Elliott than Journey. And he’s feeling this one much more. It fits him like a glove. Thank you, Paula! A solid performance all the way around. Randy: “It was a good song choice. You were a little sharp most of the song.” Paula: “This is the kind of artist you are. You have amazing soul, amazing R&B tone. You just pierce to the heart. You’re solid.” Simon: “It wasn’t the song in the world but the style suited you well. I thought you sang that pretty good.”
Katharine (Personal choice: “I Ain’t Got Nothing But the Blues” by Ella Fitzgerald) — She really goes old school but picks a song that’s all slinky and she wears a decent dress, too. I’m sure she’s sung this many times and figured it’d be an easy one to slide in. It’s a far more fun sung than what Elliott chose. Not quite “Rainbow” but better than R. Kelly. Randy: “The last song was the one for me. It was okay. I understand what you’re doing. I don’t know.” Paula: “Over the Rainbow is in your element but you still did a great job.” SImon: “Overall, you’ve had a good night tonight. You go five steps forward, one step back. I just wish we had reversed the order and ended up with the songs in the middle round with all of you. It was okay.”
Elliott (Clive’s choice: Journey’s “Open Arms”) — The very first Journey song ever cleared for “Idol”! High school proms, dates at the roller skating rink, that first kiss. And “Open Arms.” Elliott does a very truncated version and does it well. I expect good marks from the judges though he’s not quite as comfortable as he is with the R&B songs he usually sings. Randy: “That song is near and dear to my heart. I was in Journey… At first, when I heard about that choice. But you worked it out. You had a little problem with the chorus but take chances. Do your thing!” Paula: ” You are in excellent voice tonight. You did a great job.” Simon: “It was a good choice of song. It wasn’t a great performance. You are a little stiff. You have to got to loosen up and have to believing you can make the finals next week. You can do better than that.”
Taylor (Clive choice: Bruce Springsteen’s “Dancing In the Dark”) — This is Bruce’s 37th best song. Was this the only Bruce song you could clear? How about “Born to Run”? Or “Brilliant Disguise”? Or “Hungry Heart”? Taylor tried but man, there’s nothing he could do with this unless Courtney Cox came out from the crowd or something. Well, he used Paula instead. Randy: “What I love about you? You know how to have a good time. Dancing with Paula was hot!” Paula: “I had fun with you. You’re incredible!” Simon: “That was okay. It was a bit pale in comparison to the original.” And Taylor yelps “Soul Patrol” again. Yeesh!
Katharine (Clive choice: R. Kelly’s “I Believe I Can Fly”) — At least she doesn’t sound anything like R. Kelly. She’s got that grin on her face as always. It doesn’t quite soar but it’s okay. She wants so much to be Celine and Whitney but she’s not. She looks great as always. Randy: “You look amazing. But you know my problem still is. These songs you want to be that singer. But you aren’t that one just yet. It wasn’t quite the right thing for you.” Paula: “You look beautiful. This is difficult.” Then Kat jumps in: ” You’ve been rough on me the past couple of weeks.” Someone in the crowd says “You’re incredible” and Paula never gets around to critiquing. Simon: “I think you’re being a bit unfair. I think apart from a couple of bum notes toward the end, you created a bit of a moment for yourself.” Randy: “I disagree.” You have to wonder if her talking back will help or hurt her.
Elliott (Personal choice: “I Believe To My Soul,” the Donny Hathaway version of the Ray Charles song) —It’s got a gospel edge to it and he seems comfy but the song is sort of dull in the end. It was just okay. Randy: “I don’t believe this was the perfect song for you but you can definitely sing.” Paula: “I agree with what Randy said. It’s not a song people can connect with because they don’t know it but the thing about you Elliott nobody can sing songs like that, like Ray Charles, it’s difficult to sing that song. You’re a funky white boy.” SImon: “Your songs are not going to carry you through next week. However, you’re a great guy. You’re a great singer. You will make your mom very proud in what you’ve achieved in this competition.”
Comments
By Mike S
May 16, 2006 07:38 PM | Link to this
HELLO FROM DC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am here, and stoked for the show!
Getting some rehearsal news. Kat is said to have hit a home run with “Over the Rainbow” and then FORGOT HER LYRICS on “I belive I can Fly”. Trying to get word on Taylor and Elliot.
Great to hear the imposter is MIA.
Initial word is order is Elliot, Kat, Taylor.
Just as the #2 person has gone home on top 5 week — The first 4 seasons the person performing first on top 3 night has gone home every year.
By shay
May 16, 2006 07:45 PM | Link to this
No Mike, say it ain’t so. Yamin going home. NOooooooooooo!
By Mike S
May 16, 2006 07:53 PM | Link to this
TOnights songs.
Elliot : Open Arms (Clive), WHat You Won’t Do For Love (paula), I Believe To My Soul by Ray Charles (Personal)
Katherine : I Believe I Can Fly (Clive), Somewhere Of The Rainbow (Simon), I Ain’t Got Nothin But the Blues (Personal)
Taylor : Dancing In The Dark (Clive), You Are So Beautiful (Randy), Try a Little Tenderness (Personal)
By Mike S
May 16, 2006 07:57 PM | Link to this
SHOWTIME!!!!!
By Mike S
May 16, 2006 08:07 PM | Link to this
NOt bad by Elliot. Was fighting the band to be heard.
By Songluvr
May 16, 2006 08:09 PM | Link to this
Is it just me, or did Elliott mix up a couple of the lines in the chorus?
Either way, a little safe, but beautiful.
By Mike S
May 16, 2006 08:09 PM | Link to this
SOngluvr — I see or should i say HEAR that BANDZILLA is in full ROAR mode tonight.
By Songluvr
May 16, 2006 08:11 PM | Link to this
Hey Mike! Good to see ya. No kidding about Bandzilla … geez rein it in a tad, guys
By Songluvr
May 16, 2006 08:11 PM | Link to this
I’m pretty sure he did, Mike, btw (mix up some lines)
By Mike S
May 16, 2006 08:12 PM | Link to this
MIght have. No one else seems to have caught it on the other boards. I missed it.
By Mike S
May 16, 2006 08:17 PM | Link to this
OK someone please remove Simon’s lips from her a*. He got stuck up in there!
By Mike S
May 16, 2006 08:17 PM | Link to this
She blew the lyrics again in the chorus. way oversung. not impressed.
By Babs
May 16, 2006 08:19 PM | Link to this
Mike - I agree 100%. She screamed that song…even Paula couldn’t quite put it into words. Simon is playing devil’s advocate, I guess. Taylor’s on right now — not a great one for him either.
By Mitch
May 16, 2006 08:22 PM | Link to this
Hey all!!
Round 1 (for me anyway)
1- Elliott
2- Taylor
3- Kat
By Mike S
May 16, 2006 08:24 PM | Link to this
Good job by Taylor. not great.
First round goes Taylor, Elliot, Kat — BUT none of them were outstanding.
By mikegadawg
May 16, 2006 08:25 PM | Link to this
my picks. 1 - KAT 2. - Elliot 3. Taylor
can randy and paula be a little more obvious as to wanting yamin and taylor in the finals?? kind of pathetic.
By Chuckles
May 16, 2006 08:26 PM | Link to this
Ok: 1st up: Elliott with BAD song choice! AI commandment #4: Thou shalt not start the show with a ballad. I know Clive stuck him with it, but Randy played bass with Journey and will be super critical. Too bad. No movement, no runs. Pitchy too.
NEXT!!!
Kat sings R. Kelly - another ballad (suprise) I believe I can fly - breaks another AI commandment #6: Thou shalt not sing a song performed too many times in auditions. VERY flat at times - too runny - missed high note. NOT GOOD. Simon sucked up to Clive when Randy ppointed out she broke Commandment #6.
NEXT!!
It’s our man singin’ Springsteen (for the 1st time on AI) Dancing in the Dark: NAILED IT!!! YEAH BABY!!! WHOOOOOOOOO! Soul Patrol!!!! And he pulled Paula outa the audience! BAMMMM! (no suprise, really)
It’s OVAH!!!! Round 1 to Taylor.
BTW Rodney - you don’t get Taylor - we know - at least don’t come out and say anything nice about him. You’d start a trend.
By Songluvr
May 16, 2006 08:26 PM | Link to this
Mike, Elliott sang: So now I come to you with open arms hoping you’ll see what your love means to me Here I am with open arms nothing to hide, believe what I say open arms
I’m pretty certain it really goes: So now I come to you with open arms nothing to hide, believe what I say Here I am with open arms hoping you’ll see what your love means to me open arms
By Mike S
May 16, 2006 08:28 PM | Link to this
Elliot rocked this song. Great great great.
By Mike S
May 16, 2006 08:29 PM | Link to this
Jesus christ Simon is sucking up to Kat tonight.
By Babs
May 16, 2006 08:30 PM | Link to this
Oh no - not the floor again! Gees - sounds pretty, though.
By Mike S
May 16, 2006 08:31 PM | Link to this
OK this is doing nothing for me at all. She just took a beautiful song and made it boring as hell.
By mikegadawg
May 16, 2006 08:33 PM | Link to this
hell yeah baby!! KAT is the deal!
By Mike S
May 16, 2006 08:35 PM | Link to this
Kat oversings and Simon overpraises.
Parts of it were beautiful, but it was boring, and I just did not get into it at all.
MY god are they pimping the hell out of her lyric forgetting butt tonight.
By Babs
May 16, 2006 08:35 PM | Link to this
Single best performance of the season? Ya if you’re a hundred and two…I just don’t see it with this girl.
By Songluvr
May 16, 2006 08:35 PM | Link to this
Simon’s head is so far up there he can’t even see the stage lights any more
By mikegadawg
May 16, 2006 08:36 PM | Link to this
KAT is killin the dudes tonite. elliots song sucked. very karaoke.
By Songluvr
May 16, 2006 08:37 PM | Link to this
Babs, he said ‘single best performance of the competition to date’. Does he mean EVER?? Good grief.
By mikegadawg
May 16, 2006 08:38 PM | Link to this
bout time kat got some well deserved praise……bout time simon even the playing field with randy and paulas over the top praise for yamin and taylor. vote KAT!
By mikegadawg
May 16, 2006 08:39 PM | Link to this
whats taylor doing? that mugging the camera looks like he’s constipated. he doesnt sound that good either.
By johnny t-bone
May 16, 2006 08:40 PM | Link to this
Kat sang Jane Monheit’s version of Over The Rainbow and it was the best vocal AI has ever had. As I have said from my first post - she is the best this show has ever had. She is killin the boys tonight!
By Babs
May 16, 2006 08:40 PM | Link to this
Dang, Taylor looks so MAD singing that song? But he did a great job.
By Mike S
May 16, 2006 08:41 PM | Link to this
A magic moment!!! Beautiful understated tender bluesy take on a JOe Cocker classic. Awesome Awesome Awesome.
Hate to say it, but as much as I think Kat does not deserve to be here — Elliot is in serious trouble tonight.
By Songluvr
May 16, 2006 08:42 PM | Link to this
THUDDDDDDD
Songluvr has hit the floor
By mikegadawg
May 16, 2006 08:42 PM | Link to this
round 2: kat, taylor, elliot.
By Babs
May 16, 2006 08:43 PM | Link to this
I guess so, Songluvr — ever like in the history of all songs ever sung?? Good grief is right!
By Mike S
May 16, 2006 08:43 PM | Link to this
Second Round - Taylor, Elliot , Kat.
By mikegadawg
May 16, 2006 08:43 PM | Link to this
This is all KAT tonite.
By Chuckles
May 16, 2006 08:44 PM | Link to this
Round 2:
Elliott - Better! Still average.
Kat - ZZZZzzzz - massive judge suckup.
Taylor - Wow. Nailed it.
Round 2 to Taylor.
By Chuck E.
May 16, 2006 08:44 PM | Link to this
Agreed with mikegadawg on the hyping of Elliot. Could Paula be any further inside Elliot’s back pocket? Not that he isn’t great—I’d like to see a Kat-Elliot final—but Paula’s a bit over-the-top with him
By Harmony372
May 16, 2006 08:45 PM | Link to this
okay, hate to admit it…as a longstanding rider on the Etrain…but I’m afraid my boy is going home
Soul Patrol will keep Taylor…even though You are so Beautiful was a bit boring. But KAT, i’ve never liked this girl, but she BROUGHT IT with “Somewhere over the rainbow”. My hats off to her. That performance will see her to the finals. I missed Elliot’s first performance (got home at 8:09) but I was waiting for “Do for Love” and he did pretty good. But not good enough to overtake Kat and Taylor….sigh. We’ll see what happens on song #3.
By hjk
May 16, 2006 08:45 PM | Link to this
Taylor’s 2nd song has got to be the absolute worst he’s ever done. I’m incredulous at the judges’ reaction, especially Simon!
By Babs
May 16, 2006 08:45 PM | Link to this
I get to beat the dead horse first…how can Elliot and Kat be there but not Chris — why oh why????
By Mike S
May 16, 2006 08:48 PM | Link to this
Awesome Job by the E-TRAIN! Great song.
By Mike S
May 16, 2006 08:48 PM | Link to this
Simon just tried to give Elliot the kiss off.
By mikegadawg
May 16, 2006 08:50 PM | Link to this
LOL mike s, ur as bad as paula.
By Mike S
May 16, 2006 08:50 PM | Link to this
kAT GOIUNG FOR SEX APPEAL VOTE
By Harmony372
May 16, 2006 08:51 PM | Link to this
Mike, I agree…simon trying to kiss Elliot off because he doesn’t want him there….but he was right. Mainstream America is not going to like the songs he sang….now a jazzy/blues/r&b lover like myself….i’m DIGGIN’ the funky white boy from VA!
By emc
May 16, 2006 08:51 PM | Link to this
Im so irritated. Its so clear Simon wants a Taylor and Kat showdown…
Its irritating. His last comment to Elliot was a clear ploy to influence the audience…
He wants Kat because she is the most marketable…
She seems so slutty to me tonight? I think thats why dont I connect to her even though she sings well….
By Mitch
May 16, 2006 08:51 PM | Link to this
Mike, why should she change now? She has done it all season. LOL
By Damiana
May 16, 2006 08:51 PM | Link to this
Voting for Elliott. He has a beautiful soulful voice. And I have to admit that Kathryn kllled the 2nd song…redeemed herself for the past couple of weeks. And for the life of me, WHY IS SHE ALWAYS SITTING ON THE FLOOR!! GO ELLIOTT!!!
By Mike S
May 16, 2006 08:51 PM | Link to this
UGH UGH UGH DOUBLE UGH. MY ears are bleeding. Way oversung. Horrible Blech awful. Cats just cried out in pain worldwide.
By mikegadawg
May 16, 2006 08:53 PM | Link to this
Kat gets my 26 year old HETEROSEXUAL vote.
By Harmony372
May 16, 2006 08:53 PM | Link to this
OMG, Mike! Kat has been playing the slut card like a champ throughout the competition. Anytime she feels she’s falling behind, out comes the S-card. Flash the camera….jiggle the puppies. sigh…
By Songluvr
May 16, 2006 08:55 PM | Link to this
I did NOT like Simon’s comment after Elliott’s last song. It was very nearly a goodbye.
Kat lost some ground with that last number. Declawed by that one?
By Harmony372
May 16, 2006 08:56 PM | Link to this
ok, i’ve established I’m all about Elliot…but I’ve been waiting ALL DAY for this song by Taylor
By Damiana
May 16, 2006 08:56 PM | Link to this
Please vote for the underdog, Elliott! And I’m not feeling Taylor’s 3rd song. He is better than that!
By johnny t-bone
May 16, 2006 08:57 PM | Link to this
Taylor SUCKS tonight.
By Mike S
May 16, 2006 08:57 PM | Link to this
Taylor going for the COmmitments version of the song!!!
By Harmony372
May 16, 2006 08:57 PM | Link to this
And HE BUTCHERS it by speeding up????? Damn you Taylor! I hate that you’ll make the finals
By mikegadawg
May 16, 2006 08:59 PM | Link to this
heck no. im voting all KAT. u vote for elliot if u like him so much. geez, like ur ever gonna hear taylor on the radio…….unless u listen to 98.5. boring. great performer but just dont like his sound.
By Mitch
May 16, 2006 08:59 PM | Link to this
I’m going to need a new TV if he says Soul Patrol 1 more time.
By Mike S
May 16, 2006 08:59 PM | Link to this
THat was awesome.. Fantastic finish to the show. Big Homerun by Taylor!!!
FUll comments coming shortly.
THird round Taylor, Elliot Kat
By Harmony372
May 16, 2006 09:00 PM | Link to this
Can I hope that the producers will choose the final two and stick to the all male finale plan?
By mikegadawg
May 16, 2006 09:00 PM | Link to this
Third round: KAT, taylor, elliot!!
let the voting begin for KAT 5702,5704 and 5706.
By Chuckles
May 16, 2006 09:01 PM | Link to this
Round three:
Elliott makes Ray Charles fans break the mute button on the remote by pressing it WAY too hard. And he broke Commandment # 9: Thou shalt not sing a song in another AI contestant’s genre. Buh bye Elliott!
Kat sings an OLD ballad, and also tries to borrow Taylor mojo (Commandment 9 again): stripper song!!! Stripper boots! McTata’s are out! She’s workin it folks… She’s in the finals. My ears still hurt though. I now have nuthin but the blues. Judges said she sucked.
Last up in the Pimp Spot: Taylor with an ‘in your face’ moment to Nigel and friends: the song judged not to be a great love song. A song when performed by Taylor in rehersal that was said to be appropriate for ‘Blues Brothers’ week, not Andrea’s week. Is there any doubt what would happen?
THUD!!!
A KNOCKOUT in the 3rd round. The winnah!!! Taylor.
By johny t-bone
May 16, 2006 09:02 PM | Link to this
What are the Text numbers for each of them?
By Jeff
May 16, 2006 09:02 PM | Link to this
Listen, understand how it is as I put tonight in a nutshell. One of the best nights that Idol has ever had! That being said. Taylor, Taylor Taylor, that is all I can say. You know I am impartial, I love all the contestants the best performance…Taylor, the best song…Kat(over the rainbow). Best overall…Elliott. But you have to have a lasting impression and Kat with the best song and Taylor with the best performance will go on. I hate to see the best singer not be there but this is real life and I have to keep it real!!
By Clay
May 16, 2006 09:03 PM | Link to this
Elliot Stinks tonight go KAT
By Damiana
May 16, 2006 09:03 PM | Link to this
VOTE ELLIOTT! VOTE ELLIOTT! VOTE ELLIOTT! VOTE ELLIOTT! VOTE ELLIOTT! VOTE ELLIOTT! VOTE ELLIOTT! VOTE ELLIOTT!
By Jeff
May 16, 2006 09:05 PM | Link to this
I can tell you Taylor did not nail Springsteen!!!Not at all, there is so much more life he could have brought to that song. Kathrine could have owned the night if she had picked a better song to end with. But I disagree with Rodney. open arms was the second best sung song of the night and I know a little about this song!
By Harmony372
May 16, 2006 09:05 PM | Link to this
ok….harmony breathing deeply now that I’ve calmed down. Taylor’s finish wasn’t so bad….it just ruined what i THOUGHT he would do with that song. So this is a flashback to season 2. Rueben/Clay/Kimberley. I wanted Kimberley to make the finals…she deserved it based on performance. Tonight I want Elliot to make finals, HE deserves it based on 3 solid performances…but Kim went home…and so will Elliot. Unless I get to TEXT VOTING!!!!! See y’all I’ll be lurking the rest of the night while I’m texting.
By blue
May 16, 2006 09:05 PM | Link to this
Chuckles, Listen to the show, Kat didn’t pick I believe I can fly, it was picked for her and they always pick male songs for her to sing. Let’s hear Taylor and Chris sing Diana Ross or Whitney…. vote Kat.
By bob
May 16, 2006 09:05 PM | Link to this
the winner of this year’s AI will ALWAYS be compared to Chris. It will be a modern day Clay vs. Ruben. Honestly, who will have a better career, the winner or Chris? What a shame. None of the performances were “superstar” material. They were all just ok.
Taylor will win, but what will he sing, oldies? That is all he seems to sing now, but can he be successful in that area?
By Mike S
May 16, 2006 09:06 PM | Link to this
Elliot - “Open Arms”, Journey - Beautiful tender song. Had to battle BANDZILLA to be heard. A great way to start the show. Good Job.
Katherine - “I Believe I Can Fly”, R Kelly - SHE DID IT AGAIN!!!! She lost the lyrics in the Chorus!!! Way oversang the second half of the song, way to much melisma, tried to many big notes. too too too much. Simon in bigtime pimp mode for Kat.
Taylor - “Dancing In The Dark”, Bruce Springsteen - Fun song, good job. Not great, but he brought it home!
First round - Taylor, Elliot, Katherine — but no one really hit a homerun so far.
Elliot - “What You Won’t Do For Love”, Bobby Crawford - Great Job on this song. Blew it out of the park. Perfect song choice for him. Paula did a good job picking it.
Katherine - “SomeWhere Over The Rainbow”, Judy Garland - Not bad, but not great. This was boring with a capital B. Not impressed at all.
Taylor - “You Are So Beautiful”, Joe Cocker - NIce understated start. Taylor going for the easy listening version, doing great. Turning it into the bluesy love song it is. Absolute Magic.
Second ROund - Taylor, Elliot, Katherine
Elliot - “I Believe To My Soul”, Ray Charles - Great job, but he picked way to obscure a song again. I think he has done fantastic tonight, but I am very worried about his chance.
Katherine - “I Ain’t Got Nothing But The Blues”, - Cats worldwide just committed suicide by the millions. Screechy, oversung, horrible train wreck. TOtal disaster, just gave Chris fans the reason they wanted to vote against her.
Taylor - “Try A Little Tenderness”, Otis Redding - Wow! This was Taylor’s signature performance. Absolutely amazing. A huge home run.
LAst round - Taylor, Elliot, Kat.
RANKING BY SONG : 1. Taylor - Try a Little Tenderness 2. Taylor - You are So Beautiful 3. Elliot - I Believe to My Soul 4. Elliot - What You Won’t Do For Love 5. Kat - Somewhere over the rainbow. 6. Taylor - Dancing in the Dark 7. Elliot - Open Arms 8. Kat - I Believe I can Fly 9. Kat - I Ain’t Got Nothing But The Blues
OVerall - TAYLOR, Elliot, Kat
Kat should go home for forgetting her lyrics for the second week in a row, and having her third consecutive week with at least one total trainwreck of a song. However, I think it will be extremely close between her and Elliot.
By CLFan
May 16, 2006 09:07 PM | Link to this
So, here is my dilemma: do I vote for Elliott who I feel deserves to be in the finals, but had a rough night. Or, do I not vote and see what happens if I don’t voice my opinion and possibly let Kat come back next week?
By Rach
May 16, 2006 09:07 PM | Link to this
I’m really trying to vote for Elliott, but can’t complete a call. Don’t get a busy signal, don’t get a random recorded message or anything. The phone just cuts off and ends the call. I guess the lines are REALLY busy.
GO E-TRAIN!!
Wasn’t his strongest set of performances, but he’s still very deserving of making the final.
By mikegadawg
May 16, 2006 09:08 PM | Link to this
the only commercial one on there is KAT unless u wanna listen to yamin and taylor on b98.5.
By Jeff
May 16, 2006 09:08 PM | Link to this
I understand everyone has their favorites and I am not busting on anyone tonight. GREAT NIGHT! ONe bad song by Kat one by Eliott and Taylor just out performed everyone although his singing is middle of the road. But it is Kat and Taylor in the final!!
By Louise
May 16, 2006 09:08 PM | Link to this
what is elliott’s number?
By Deirdre
May 16, 2006 09:09 PM | Link to this
I never expected THE MOMENT to come from Kat. Chris maybe or Paris or even Mandisa. And this proves once again how bad I am at song choice. I bow to you Simon. Over the Rainbow was the best song of the evening AND the best performance of the competition.
Taylor was wonderful. You Are So Beautiful was nearly perfect. Dancing in the Dark and Try a Little Tenderness were great(but now I understand why they didn’t want him to sing it during Bocelli week)
I’m sorry E-train. Elliot, while talented, did not deliver tonight as well as Taylor and Kat.
By CLFan
May 16, 2006 09:09 PM | Link to this
01, 04, and 07. I think…
By J
May 16, 2006 09:10 PM | Link to this
My Gosh, Taylor had it all the way but Kat was real good…. Sorry, Elliot
By bob
May 16, 2006 09:10 PM | Link to this
i say vote for Kat so AI is stuck with the worst possible singer who will probably forget her lyrics during a performance, even if it is her own song.
By melissa
May 16, 2006 09:10 PM | Link to this
Can someone give me Taylor’s number?
By mikegadawg
May 16, 2006 09:10 PM | Link to this
02 05 08 for KAT!!
By CLFan
May 16, 2006 09:11 PM | Link to this
bob — we can always hope that kat goes the ashlee simpson route and forgets that she’s lip synching as well…. :)
By Mike S
May 16, 2006 09:12 PM | Link to this
Early Dial Idol shows Taylor in first, Elliot and Katin dead heat for second.
By Songluvr
May 16, 2006 09:13 PM | Link to this
MELISSA ~~ For Taylor, dial 1-866-436-5703 or 06 or 09
SOUL PATROL!!!
By Jeff
May 16, 2006 09:13 PM | Link to this
Mike, I love ya bro but way wrong, sorry. Elliotts best song was Open Arms. Taylors song dont even rank in the top three but he ranks 4, 5, 6! Puts him in the finals. Kat’s “SOmewhere over the Rainbow”, I know you are not a fan dide but the best performance of the night..sorry. I am not a Kat fan either but is was better than any other song tonight.
By mikegadawg
May 16, 2006 09:13 PM | Link to this
kATs the only commercial one left. taylor and elliot should do well in vegas.
By bob
May 16, 2006 09:13 PM | Link to this
for the record, it sounded like Kat avoided every high note in Over the Rainbow. Is that making the song her own or avoiding a near catastrophic decision to tackle the song as written.
By melissa
May 16, 2006 09:14 PM | Link to this
Thank You!!!
By J
May 16, 2006 09:14 PM | Link to this
Mike S; didn’t you see Simon on Leno? He was praising her tonite because he predicted Taylor and Kat to be in the final 2
By drdawg
May 16, 2006 09:14 PM | Link to this
This is the first time ever that I have tried to call in and vote. All the lines are busy and I’ve tried to call in 10 times. I guess they lose a million votes or more each night because of dialing fatigue. Why not an e-mail vote? And why not 12 hours??
By mikegadawg
May 16, 2006 09:14 PM | Link to this
for the record, vote KAT 02 05 08
By johhny t-bone
May 16, 2006 09:14 PM | Link to this
Can someone please give me the TEXT numbers for each contestant? Thanks!
By Jeff
May 16, 2006 09:16 PM | Link to this
Bob….wrong wrong wrong. One great night with Kat having the best and the worst song. Taylor great perfomance and will win but not the best singer. Elliott, the best singer with no real ability to show….Everyone hit their sride tonight but Kat and Taylor just show out better!
By Barbara
May 16, 2006 09:16 PM | Link to this
Taylor has the whole package,he entertains, sings and connects with the audience. He’s like a younger WAYNE NEWTON. If he doesnt cut it on records he will make along and lasting impression in Vegas where a star he will be!!!! You go Taylor. Kat time to go home to Mommy for more voice lessons. Elliott keep your fingers crossed and pray.
GOOOOOOOOOOOOOO TAYLOR!!!!!!!!!!!!!
By kimmy
May 16, 2006 09:16 PM | Link to this
Hey Mike!!!!!!!!!We’ve missed you this week!!! Taylor, Taylor, Taylor…poor Elliot but, Kat did suck it up on her other 2 songs. Rainbow was good but the other 2 I didn’t like at all. She looks like she doesn’t care that she’s there, IMO. I want Elliot to stay but, I’m worried…Mike you are right once again, the band was way too loud—again!♥
By cherokee dawg
May 16, 2006 09:16 PM | Link to this
Eliotts number is 1-800-greyhound. He is going home!
By william
May 16, 2006 09:16 PM | Link to this
Based on tonight’s performances , Taylor will take it all. He has been the most versatile overall and is a true performer. He has shown that he can sing almost anything, where Kat and Elliott both seem to be stuck in on one certain style of music. Taylor is consistant. Kat and Elliott are not!
By CLFan
May 16, 2006 09:16 PM | Link to this
I believe they are: Elliott 5701, Kat, 5702, and Taylor 5703
By bob
May 16, 2006 09:16 PM | Link to this
Kat’s number is 1-866-…. Forgotten like everything else.
By Harmony372
May 16, 2006 09:16 PM | Link to this
johnny….I’ll give you elliot’s smile 5701 on Cingular.
By Barbara
May 16, 2006 09:17 PM | Link to this
Taylor has the whole package,he entertains, sings and connects with the audience. He’s like a younger WAYNE NEWTON. If he doesnt cut it on records he will make along and lasting impression in Vegas where a star he will be!!!! You go Taylor. Kat time to go home to Mommy for more voice lessons. Elliott keep your fingers crossed and pray.
GOOOOOOOOOOOOOO TAYLOR!!!!!!!!!!!!!
By RC
May 16, 2006 09:17 PM | Link to this
Yo Rodney….I agree with your assessment 100%….Kat and Elliot in bottom 2 w/E-Train making his final run……hate to see any of ‘em go at this point but E deserves to be the one…………
By Damiana
May 16, 2006 09:17 PM | Link to this
Elliott - 866.436.5701/5704/5707
By mikegadawg
May 16, 2006 09:17 PM | Link to this
LOL funny cherokee dawg
By cherokee dawg
May 16, 2006 09:19 PM | Link to this
Night’s summary:
Eliott did not show anything new. Same old singer I can picture singing at a wedding - for 60 year olds.
Kat - forgot the songs but looked good doing it. Can her skirts be any shorter or lower cut?
Taylor - the only one I can see who knows what he is doing. Week-in, Week-out, he is the best. He has a unique sound, is fun to watch and keeps us coming back each week.
If next week’s finale is Eliott and Kat, then I am waiting for House to come on and won’t watch until then.
By mikegadawg
May 16, 2006 09:19 PM | Link to this
VOTE KAT if you love america! LOL
02 05 08
By Mitch
May 16, 2006 09:21 PM | Link to this
I Love America but no can do for Kat.
By Mac Music
May 16, 2006 09:21 PM | Link to this
I am not a big Soul Patrol lover, but he did the best tonight. Taylor will be there next week for sure. Kat and Elliott are kind of a toss up tonight. KAT WAS NOT THAT GREAT !!. I do not hear why some people think she is good? My votes are going to E-Train. Either way it goes Kat/Elliott they will both lose to Taylor in the finals!
By Pam
May 16, 2006 09:21 PM | Link to this
I agree with Simon. Kat and Taylor will advance. Bye Elliot.
By mikegadawg
May 16, 2006 09:22 PM | Link to this
LOL sure u can mitch. it’s easy…02 05 and 08!!
By Ty
May 16, 2006 09:22 PM | Link to this
Yeah! That was fun. Taylor’s going to win, and the race is for second place. There’s no telling who will be there next week with Taylor. I know Katherine did great on a song or two, but I’m just not sure that Chris’ votes will translate to Katherine. I just see all of those people who were voting for Chris either not voting, or voting for another guy. I can only imagine that Chris’ fans aren’t exactly happy with Katherine beating him out. But this was a good show. Loved it. Pure fun…especially Taylor’s last song.
By Mitch
May 16, 2006 09:23 PM | Link to this
I took the 2 5 & 8 keys off my phone.
By Rick72
May 16, 2006 09:24 PM | Link to this
How do you screw up the words to OPEN ARMS? Was that SNAGGLEPUSS living in a cave before he auditioned? Kiss it goodbye, Teen Wolf!
I still can’t believe people see any vocal talent in Taylor the Twitcher. I hope he wins just so I can laugh when he becomes yesterday’s news like the winners in seasons 2 and 3.
Does McFeever cause swelling in the groin area? The little black dress gave me a special feeling.
By Chuckles
May 16, 2006 09:25 PM | Link to this
BTW: The local Ritchmond, VA phone provider set up special phone banks that will call from other areas north & west of Richmond to allow E-Train folks to avoid phone blockage.
Also: you can’t use online texting to register a vote: you must use the phone or it doesn’t count.
Remember Soul Patrollers: use the 5709 number to call so the DialIdol folks can maximise their software! They didn’t anticipate the 3 numbers move.
And: I understand that Kat didn’t choose the R- Kelly song. The point is her performance would have to overcome the negatives, just as Taylor did singing a song identified with The Boss and broke the 11th AI Commandment - Thou shalt not sing a song that is a signature tune by a known artist.
The difference was he didn’t suck.
By Jeff
May 16, 2006 09:25 PM | Link to this
And yes this is me guys. Not an imposter, noticed I didnt mention anything about baseball??
By mikegadawg
May 16, 2006 09:26 PM | Link to this
KAT gets my 26 year old ( and desirable demographic) HETEROSEXUAL vote. hehe
By vin
May 16, 2006 09:26 PM | Link to this
Should be Kat going…lyric problems again? We know Taylor is a shoo in…he was magnificent and I haven’t liked him much to date. E-Train was solid all three songs but one song will put Kat in the finale even though her first and last sucked what kind of water is it you always say? I thought she was way too loud and showed zero tenderness or vulnerability when singing Rainbow. But that’s JMO. Jesus Christ indeed Mikey! Idol pimped Kat to the finale.
By Harmony372
May 16, 2006 09:27 PM | Link to this
harmony on a break from feverishly text messenging votes for Etrain whew! how do these kids do it?!?!? I’m tired after 20.
To address what some have said about what kind of RECORD these folks will make. Elliot will make the best RECORD (of the 3 left). Kat is made for the stage…Broadway…and that’s NOT a put down. Taylor is made for the stage too….Vegas…the Wayne Newton analogy is a good one. People will PAY to see him perform, night after night. Again not a put down. But Elliot, while I love him…is not a stage performer, but a GREAT vocalist. So IMO He deserves the RECORD contract. Let’s be real…how many of us on here are going to buy tickets to go to the concert when it comes to town. But you will pick up a CD in the store. Elliots will be best (of the remaining 3) now if you want best “sounding” CD out of the 12. The rank is Paris, Mandisa, Elliot, then Chris….though Chris’ CD will be most commercially successful…because there are more rockers than R&B/Soul fans in America.
Back to texting!!!!
By Songluvr
May 16, 2006 09:27 PM | Link to this
Chuckles, jsyk, I like reading your comments. : )
By cherokee dawg
May 16, 2006 09:27 PM | Link to this
Sorry, Barbara: younger Wayne Newton? Geez… I think you just cost Taylor a few thousand votes with that comparison.
By Heather
May 16, 2006 09:28 PM | Link to this
I think Kat deserves to be in the final two after that amazing performance of Somewhere Over The Rainbow. That was definitely the “moment” we have been waiting for all season.
By CLFan
May 16, 2006 09:28 PM | Link to this
So, was Carrie Underwood versatile? I don’t recall her venturing outside the country genre that often. I’ll be very honest, Elliott’s best genre is probably not one I listen to that often, but he’s turned me on to that type of music. I can almost say the same for Carrie last year — not a huge country fan, but she had me liking it. I never got that “wow, I’ve been missing out” feeling when Kat sings. Taylor is entertaining, but he hasn’t turned my head as much as Elliott — he’s sang a lot of popular, catchy songs. Everyone has their own opinion, as well as their favorite singer for whatever reason, but for me, the fact that someone could make my ears perk up and look at a type of music differently than before carries a lot of weight.
By mikegadawg
May 16, 2006 09:28 PM | Link to this
02 05 08 for KAT! texting away here. millions and millions of texts for KAT!
good nite and Peace bloggers
By Mac Music
May 16, 2006 09:28 PM | Link to this
So far dialidol which has been accurate, has Kat in the bottom !! YES !!!!!!!! I THINK SHE WAS WAY OVERRATED TONIGHT. SHE IS JUST AN AVERAGE SINGER!! Kat is not that good. PLEASE DO NOT FORGET CHRIS SHOULD BE THERE, NOT KAT !! KAT IS AN AVERAGE SINGER! who had to try to use some sex appeal tonight, because she can not count on her talent alone. That is sad when you have to resort to a Playboy image to swing votes.
By J
May 16, 2006 09:28 PM | Link to this
I think EVERYONE knows Chris should have won this year, but Oh well, let’s see Taylor get it!
By Deirdre
May 16, 2006 09:29 PM | Link to this
OK, did anyone else hear Kat have problems with her lyrics? There was a section that the backup singers sang that Kat was not supposed to sing….that’s NOT problems with lyrics.
By emily
May 16, 2006 09:29 PM | Link to this
yeah, once upon a time i rode the e-train, hated taylor, and had no idea who kat was…. now i feel like the train’s leaving the station, i still hate taylor, and think kat should win. funny how a few months changes things!
i mean, ask yourself honestly. would YOU turn up the volume of a taylor song and sing along in the car? really?
By Rick72
May 16, 2006 09:29 PM | Link to this
The little black dress was the moment I have been waiting for all season. BOING!
Her performances are even better on mute, so I can focus on her assets. The only downside is now I’m out of Kleenex :(
By kimmy
May 16, 2006 09:30 PM | Link to this
VinnyG!!!!!!!!!!!Agreed…Simon’s the pimp and Kat’s his…I don’t get what people see in her. She’s cute but- she tries to sing like the diva’s and just can’t…Taylor will win, without a doubt and deservidly(sp) so.
By Songluvr
May 16, 2006 09:32 PM | Link to this
J, not everyone, honey, not everyone. ; )
By Mike S
May 16, 2006 09:34 PM | Link to this
OK, did anyone else hear Kat have problems with her lyrics? There was a section that the backup singers sang that Kat was not supposed to sing….that’s NOT problems with lyrics.
D I might buy that, BUT she stopped singing completely, the LISTENED to the backup singers and Picked up IN THE MIDDLE of the next line. IF it was a break they she would have been silent the entire two lines, she wasn’t you could see her trying to pick the band back up.
By Songluvr
May 16, 2006 09:34 PM | Link to this
Dialidol still showing Taylor in the lead, with Elliott and Kat neck and neck for 2nd ~~ Elliott ahead of her by half a whisker.
By Rick72
May 16, 2006 09:34 PM | Link to this
Y’all cry and moan when Kat messed up words. Why don’t you posers care the Elliott screwed up the lines to OPEN FREAKING’ ARMS??? For GOD’S SAKE, it’s one of the most OVERPLAYED SONGS OF ALL TIME!
Elliot couldn’t carry Steve Perry’s microphone, and he has the personality of a patio chair.
By Chuckles
May 16, 2006 09:35 PM | Link to this
Don’t get distracted by DialIdol - they have 2 problems: 1) the software update that came out this week didn’t anticipate the 3 numbers in use, so it’ll miss 33% of the calls. 2) It doesn’t take into account text votes cast. 3) Remember the time difference. Kat’s voters are west coasties, so her votes come in late. That, and phone congestion in the Atlantic phone systems cost Chris last week.
Thanks for the kind comments.
BTW: for those who emailed and asked:
The AI Commandments:
and - a bonus - in honor of Spinal Tap: 11: Thou shalt not sing a song that is a signature tune by a known artist.
By vin
May 16, 2006 09:35 PM | Link to this
Hey Deidre…:-)..yes, Kat missed a lyric in R Kelley’s song. That’s what Mike is talking about at the top of the blog. I heard it too while she was singing. At this point, looks like Taylor will take it all. Which I don’t mind. I could sit through one of his concerts before Kat…even though I think you said you liked her best? Can’t remember with all the Choo-Choos and Soul Patrol shouts…Kat’s only moniker I can recall is puppies which I KNOW you wouldn’t be hooting up! LOL!!! :-)
By mack
May 16, 2006 09:35 PM | Link to this
Taylor and Elliot should be in the final. Kat didn’t do too well again tonite the same as the last few weeks. Taylor did great. He’s a winner.
By KAT
May 16, 2006 09:35 PM | Link to this
WELL, I REALLY DON’T THINK ANY OF THESE CANDIDATES HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO BE A “STAR”. I THINK WE PROBABLY LOST THE “STAR” QUALITY SOMEWHERE ALONG THE WAY.
By JockEwing
May 16, 2006 09:36 PM | Link to this
Kat is the winner. You saw it here first. Done Deal just like Takapa!!
By Harmony372
May 16, 2006 09:37 PM | Link to this
Hey Mike….any news in other areas about who folks liked tonight….you’re always good for providing the obscure info…although big props to Deirdre for filling in for you earlier today! Go Deirdre!! But Mike….you’re MY idol! I wanna be YOU when I grow up! :o)
By judge4u2
May 16, 2006 09:37 PM | Link to this
I was a bit disappointed in tonight program. I loved Katherine’s OVer the Rainbow… Hands down the best performance of the evening. But considering all song choices, I do believe that Taylor will be number 1. Elliot did no favors for himself tonight. So, I think it just comes down to popularity. All in All the 3 could win, and it would not be a bad choice. Go AI
By Jeff
May 16, 2006 09:39 PM | Link to this
Hello Vin, thank you for the kind comments. I sent a recent pic did you get it? Didnt think it was cool everyone sent their pic and I didnt have a recent one jsut a ball card.
By Deirdre
May 16, 2006 09:40 PM | Link to this
I absolutely do NOT agree with you, Mike and I’ve got it on tape. The backups were singing the chorus and she didn’t join them when she picked it up, she embellished what they were doing. It was part of the arrangement for the song.
By ptrap
May 16, 2006 09:40 PM | Link to this
Katharine did end up butchering Fly..but didn’t she kind of have something going there, just at the beginning? Her voice sounded different, she was singing deeper than usual and I thought “Hey, Clive schooled her and said Quit with the Screaming”. But then she flubbed and flipped her hair and it was ruined. BUT, but…Somewhere Over the Rainbow almost made me tear up (did anyone see that 2 hr Judy Garland special last night? What timing…what a performer!). I will forgive her the poser-ness on the floor. She paid homage and wore red shoes. And it was beautiful.
BUT…Taylor sang three solid songs. “Tenderness” was rockin’, and he portrayed all the longing in that song. So even though he isn’t marketable, and he’s kind of weird, and he name-called “Soul Patrol” way too many times (at least he wants to win!) he should win. I hope. Elliot doesnt even factor in because he is one dimensional, albeit a good one dimension, but he sounds the same, no matter what he is singing.
By vin
May 16, 2006 09:41 PM | Link to this
Hey KimmyG!!! Well..have been trying to dial in and get nothing but that annoying enh, enh, enh!!! Will keep tryin. Taylor did aight for himself tonight which I’m surprised to hear myself say. And Simon wasn’t the only pimp…it doesn’t help when Clive Davis jumps ahead to the finish line by declaring “and when we make a record together” as he did with Kat…he didn’t do it with Tay or E-Train.
By Mac Music
May 16, 2006 09:41 PM | Link to this
If you are not voting for talent alone you are wrong!! This is not America’s Next Playboy Bunny. It is voter’s like you that have sent previous idols home, who should not have left so early. This has proven my point that the voting system should change next year. People are thinking this is a joke, and voting for the sexiest person. That is OK KAT fans, your no singing, saggen puppies, i want to be a stipper will go home with her feelings hurt this week, or next!!!!!
By Jeff
May 16, 2006 09:41 PM | Link to this
Kat, sorry your favorite is gone but get over it. Tonight was very good! Some of the best solid singers I have seen or heard. All wasnt great but damn these guys did good.
By Ashley5
May 16, 2006 09:41 PM | Link to this
Taylor is fun to watch, but he is karaoke at best!!! KAT ALL THE WAY!!!
By kcw
May 16, 2006 09:41 PM | Link to this
The thing with Katharine’s ear…she began the song acapella (without instruments) and in order to be on pitch when the instruments came in she had a piano playing through the earpiece. She took it out once the instruments started.I ‘ve heard a lot of versions of “somewhere” and that was absolutely one of the very best. It takes much more control to sing a slow song, still, Taylor is my pick. He was awesome. He just makes me smile when I watch him.
By emc
May 16, 2006 09:42 PM | Link to this
Geez, I cant believe how many guys on this board just have the hots for Kat. Her fans are going to have to start being called the boob patrol! No wonder she rolls around on the ground - thats her money shot!
We know Taylor is in for sure.
I thought Elliot had 3 good songs. (Although a couple werent really well known)
Kat had one great song and 2 rotten ones. And she was all talking back and making faces —and I didnt even think they were that hard on her?
So Im not seeing why the judges pretty much assured her a spot in the finals..
I will be voting for Elliot. Hoping to overcome Simons crummy kiss off. hehe
By Wondergirl
May 16, 2006 09:43 PM | Link to this
e-train fans: kick it up a notch. more votes!
By Jeff
May 16, 2006 09:45 PM | Link to this
Judge4u I have a kareoke performance you can judge…your dead wrong…
By paul
May 16, 2006 09:45 PM | Link to this
Chris was the best of the bunch. Im having a hard time feeling that the final three are good enough to be stars!! KAT just screams…
By judge4u2
May 16, 2006 09:46 PM | Link to this
To Mike S. Who are you? All season long you have been lucky, but what qualifications do you have to be the rock on this blog? You are so wrong…
By Mike S
May 16, 2006 09:46 PM | Link to this
Harmony, looks about the same as it does here. Everyone Has Taylor overall the best. Everyone is Split on whether Over The Rainbow was great or sucked. Most think Elliot is going home because of the pimping for Kat, but say they are voting for Taylor and Elliot.
So, bottom line - Taylor is in the finals. I stand by my assessment that it is a tossup between Kat and Elliot as to who leaves.
By Rashonda
May 16, 2006 09:46 PM | Link to this
Kat has never been one of my favorites. If you ask me she should not be in the top 3 anywayz!!! I forget the dude name that was sent home last week, but it should have been Kat that walked. My main votes are for Elliott, but if he’s not AI, i am rooting for Taylor most definately!!!!
By Jeff
May 16, 2006 09:47 PM | Link to this
VIN, YOU ARE RIGHT ON THE kAT THING. SHE IS A STAR AND WAS THE BEST SONG TONGIHT. I THINK TAYLOR WILL WIN BUT KAT’S NIGHT TONIGHT SORRY FOLKS.
By vin
May 16, 2006 09:47 PM | Link to this
Well Deirdre…I didn’t record but I’ll go along with everyone else says as it’s replayed. So I can’t really comment except what I heard the first time…could be wrong.
Hi Jeffy! Yes, got the pic, thank u! Didn’t want to send out w/out your okay. I told the girls you had sent it..you look like a model! Age has definitely been kind to you and you obviously take care of yourself. Props big time! I know the other gurls will be “OMG”!! So you’re picking Taylor…I think everyone concurs!
By william
May 16, 2006 09:47 PM | Link to this
YES, Emily!! I would turn up a Taylor song and sing along in the car. But I can assure I would not do that for a Kat or Elliott song. I agree also that Elliott has made me listen to R & B a bit more, but only to see if he is singing it well. He does a good job, but I don’t think R & B is going to make IDOL the money it wants to make. Lets be fare, Chris was the most marketable on the show this year! I don’t feel the any of the final 3 will make the money IDOL hopes they will and I believe Simon knows that out of those 3, Taylor is the most marketable.
By Mike S
May 16, 2006 09:48 PM | Link to this
LOL.. another blog just tagged next week as TAYTAY vs TA TA’s if it is Taylor and Kat
By SoulPatrolRockOn!
May 16, 2006 09:49 PM | Link to this
You can’t be serious about actually liking Kat’s version of Somewhere Over the Rainbow!!! This song is meant to be uplifting and happy, not sultry, nor was it meant to leave the listener feeling melancholy….think about the Munchkins!!!
By Janz
May 16, 2006 09:49 PM | Link to this
Elliot’s 866 496-5707 is not as busy as I hoped. I love the underdog!
By Wondergirl
May 16, 2006 09:49 PM | Link to this
kat knows she should have left last week. if she was smart, she should have told chris that she would go home in his place because even she knew she sucked. maybe one of her fans on the blog will open a strip club with a female band that performs topless. that should satisfy the male kat fans.
By judge4u2
May 16, 2006 09:50 PM | Link to this
mikegadawg Good to see you back tonight talking like you did in previous post before Chris was sent packing……
By vin
May 16, 2006 09:51 PM | Link to this
Huh? Jeff you lost with me with the all caps post..I didn’t say Kat was a star..did you get me confused with someone else? :-)
By Mac Music
May 16, 2006 09:51 PM | Link to this
You can give any calculations you want about dialidol, which is in part correct. Let the facts speak for themselves, dialidol told you Chris was going home last week he did. It said Paris was leaving the week before, she did. Not to mention Kelly Pickler. Something about what they are doing is right. You can not say anything when the FACTS are staring you in the face.
By Songluvr
May 16, 2006 09:51 PM | Link to this
Vin, I recorded it and I too will watch it back. I too thought WTF when she didn’t sing at the beginning of the chorus, and I think it was a misstep. If it wasn’t, it was a very poor decision to let the backup singers carry it into the chorus.
So, IMO, it was either a misstep, or a horrible decision. Either way …
By ptrap
May 16, 2006 09:52 PM | Link to this
SoulPatrolRockOn…you are wrong. That song, Somewhere Over the Rainbow, is meant to fill you with longing for something you can never have, something out of your reach, and yes indeed, melancholy. And she hit it. It is NOT an uplifting song. You are confusing the song with the movie.
By rach
May 16, 2006 09:53 PM | Link to this
How are other folks getting through to Elliott’s #’s. I am trying desparately to register some votes for the boy and can’t get through. Is it because I have t-mobile??
By Harmony372
May 16, 2006 09:53 PM | Link to this
Thanks for the update, Mike. You know, you would think that Simon’s kiss off of Elliot would do just the opposite (as has been the case for other contestants in the past). I mean Chicken little made it many weeks too long because Simon kept putting him down.
By Deirdre
May 16, 2006 09:54 PM | Link to this
In the movie, Over the Rainbow was sung when Dorothy was feeling melancholy about her life…not while she was playing with the munchkins.
By vin
May 16, 2006 09:55 PM | Link to this
okay guys..seems there is controversy over whether Kat missed her line. Songluvr, Deidre, please watch and listen again and let us known what ya thought.
By Wondergirl
May 16, 2006 09:55 PM | Link to this
rach — i’ve been using the 01 number and have gotten through 5 times in a row.
By Mitch
May 16, 2006 09:55 PM | Link to this
ptrap, I am on cingular and have only gotten three votes in for Elliott
By Songluvr
May 16, 2006 09:55 PM | Link to this
FYI … Kat just edged ahead of the E-Train on dialidol (for what it’s worth)
By Chuck
May 16, 2006 09:57 PM | Link to this
Boy, Mike S is drinking the Paula Kool-Aid tonight! Hope you arent’ driving buddy… Kat and Taylor OWNED the night…the E-train barely left the station (and only on the Bobby Caldwell tune, which I like but it sold, what? 200 copies???) Frankly yes, Chris should have been there tonight, in place of Elliott. But for all you whiners….did you vote for Chris last week? He seems to feel everyone just assumed he was a shoe in and passed on voting. Katharine had to bring it tonight….she was down 6 games to 5 and her back was against the wall. A must-win situation if you will. And she hit it out of the park. It is a simple as that. Will she win next week??? I don’t know…but don’t count her out since she tied it up tonight.
By Mitch
May 16, 2006 09:57 PM | Link to this
Elliott just tied Kat. Going to be very close
By Songluvr
May 16, 2006 09:57 PM | Link to this
Vin, will do here in just a little bit, but I don’t think a re-watch will answer it either way, honestly.
By wac3793
May 16, 2006 09:58 PM | Link to this
Friends and voters of Chris. If you are tired of the hurky jerky moves Taylor does and the so-so singing, then split your votes between Kat and Elliot. It’s time for Taylor to go!!!!!!
By Wondergirl
May 16, 2006 09:59 PM | Link to this
how long are you allowed to text votes in? is it the same time limit?
By Carla
May 16, 2006 09:59 PM | Link to this
I thought that Taylor won the night. He sounded really good on You Are So Beautiful. I didn’t enjoy the Springsteen song too much. Try A Little Tenderness started off shaky but he ended it well. Elliott was good. Not great, just good. I enjoyed Open Arms. I thought he was vocally very good, but he held back. What You Won’t Do was good as well. It was my favorite performance from him. The last song was alright. It was…..different. Kat. Kat. Kat. Where to start. She butchered I Believe I Can Fly. Totally the wrong song for her. She redeemed herself with Somewhere Over The Rainbow. I was pleasantly surprised. But she is no Ella and didn’t do the song any justice. Based on the night, she should be going home, but we all know the West Coast is going to bring it home for her and Elliott is going home.
By Chuck
May 16, 2006 09:59 PM | Link to this
I think we should dock Taylor 10 votes for every time he yells out “Soul Patrol” I love the guy but damn that is annoying!
By Deirdre
May 16, 2006 10:00 PM | Link to this
I’ve watched it twice now, Vin to make sure I wasn’t messing up. She doesn’t miss the lyric at all. She is following what is obviously the arrangement of the song. I thought this song was a mistake from the beginning and she didn’t sing it all that well but she did not miss the lyric.
By judge4u2
May 16, 2006 10:01 PM | Link to this
I am sorry mikegadawg…I see you have returned to your heart. Vote Kat, she is the best package… Tonight, OTR was tops of all performances.
By Mac Music
May 16, 2006 10:01 PM | Link to this
To really put it all in a nut shell, no matter who stays either Kat, or Elliott neither will win against Taylor, the Soul Patrol is to strong. Taylor will win American Idol this year, he has never been in the bottom 3 never,ever never !! Taylor will win, that is a rap! See ya next year ——
By Songluvr
May 16, 2006 10:03 PM | Link to this
HEY Braves fans! Francoeur just homered to tie it at 2 in the bottom of the 9th!!!
By judge4u2
May 16, 2006 10:03 PM | Link to this
To Taylor: I love your voice, your soul, but God you have to get over “Soul Patrol”. It is not appealing…. Your fans are your fans, but there are many other out there who want to love you… Give it up for next week…….
By chuck
May 16, 2006 10:04 PM | Link to this
I think we all know that Mac Music was never an English major.
By Songluvr
May 16, 2006 10:06 PM | Link to this
Deirdre, could you possibly e-mail me the keys to the hidden city since I assume that’s where most of y’all are?
By judge4u2
May 16, 2006 10:06 PM | Link to this
Songluvr: Don’t you just love it? Jeff is a god.
By wac3793
May 16, 2006 10:07 PM | Link to this
We have a chance to vote Taylor off tonight. If fans that voted for Chris last week will split their votes between Kat and Elliot. VOTE FOR KAT AND ELLIOT!!!!!
By Pen
May 16, 2006 10:07 PM | Link to this
RANKING BY SONG : 1. Taylor - Dancing in the Dark 2. Elliot - Open Arms 3. Kat - Somewhere over the Rainbow. 4. Taylor - Try a Little Tenderness 5. Elliot - What You Won’t Do For Love 6. Kat - I Ain’t Got Nothing But The Blues 7. Taylor - You are So Beautiful 8. Kat - I Believe I can Fly 9. Elliot - I Believe to My Soul
Overall ranking: Taylor, Kat, Elliot I loved all three of Clive’s choices. I liked all three of the judge’s choices, with Taylor’s being my least favorite because I have never liked Joe Cocker. I disliked Elliot’s personal choice, mostly because I was not familiar with it and it sounds like every other song he has sung with the exception of Open Arms. I liked Kat’s song, but I would rather have heard her sing something more fun.
By ok
May 16, 2006 10:08 PM | Link to this
Although I’m not a Kat fan, she did not mess up the lines. She was singing the version by R Kelly and a female christian/gospel singer (duet) that was re-released 2 or 3 years ago.
By Carla
May 16, 2006 10:08 PM | Link to this
Jeff you’re even cuter than the card.:-) So who’s going home: Kat or Elliott???
By Deirdre
May 16, 2006 10:08 PM | Link to this
We are all here Songluvr, it’s just that we’re not alone. I’ll send you the keys to the hidden city tomorrow in your email.
By CDog
May 16, 2006 10:09 PM | Link to this
Taylor did well on all 3 songs, so I put him at #1 tonight.
Kat did well on her second and third songs, so I put her at #2.
Elliot did well only on his second song, so I put him at #3.
Taylor and Kat were clearly better than Elliot tonight. Elliot is a nice guy and a good singer who had a great week last week, but he is out of his league now. Even though Chris should be here instead of her, Kat definitely redeemed herself this week.
It looks like Taylor and Kat in the finals with Taylor probably winning it all.
By rach
May 16, 2006 10:09 PM | Link to this
Wondergirl - Thanks for the advice, but I can’t get through on any number!! I’ve since registered two lousy votes. That won’t keep my E-double in this thing!! I have no idea why I can’t get through on any number and other people have already registered hundreds of votes.
By melissa
May 16, 2006 10:09 PM | Link to this
Dialidol.com has Kat ahead of Elliott so if you want Kat to go home please vote for Elliott now!!!
By Mike S
May 16, 2006 10:10 PM | Link to this
OKAy. Kat and Elliot are in a dead tie on Dial Idol — which means KAT stays and Elliot goes Home.
KAT will pick up tons of votes from the west coast, and also from the braindead teen girls texting thier butts off for her.
So, anyone who wants Elliot over Kat needs to vote thier a* off the next hour. But to be honest I don’t think it will make a difference. Still I will ride the E-train for the next hour.
Kat has had trainwreck performances for three weeks in a row — and she either missedher lyrics again (which I think) or put together a moronic arrangement on the chorus of that song (Deirdre’s position). She does not deserve to be in the finals, but she probably will be.
That will cinch a Taylor victory in my opinion. Almost 100% of Elliots fans will vote for Taylor next week.
By Songluvr
May 16, 2006 10:11 PM | Link to this
Thanks, D. =)
By Harmony372
May 16, 2006 10:11 PM | Link to this
I feel so left out. D, can I get the keys too?
By Deirdre
May 16, 2006 10:13 PM | Link to this
Mike, please read ok’s post at 10:08.
By vin
May 16, 2006 10:13 PM | Link to this
Thanks Deidre..I’m sure we haven’t heard the last of it (wink). MacM..I think most will agree with ya.
Thanks Song!!!! Francouer baby!!! Couldn’t finish watching last night when 8 all..tennis gets priority with the alpha male in my home :-(
By Deirdre
May 16, 2006 10:14 PM | Link to this
Sure, Harmony!
By jewelbabe
May 16, 2006 10:15 PM | Link to this
i agree, that taylor will be the one to win it all, he is one of my absoulte favs, he dont act all stuck up,like some of them do. he looks like he really enjoys what hes doing..good luck taylor have faith in ya
By Harmony372
May 16, 2006 10:15 PM | Link to this
Thanks, D. Gotta have SOME intelligent conversation while they drive me crazy at work! :o)
By Songluvr
May 16, 2006 10:16 PM | Link to this
Tennis? Yikes!
In case you’re not watching, Vin, it’s 2-2 with 2 outs in the top of the 10th. McBride ~ from little ole Sylvania, GA ~ is pitching.
By vin
May 16, 2006 10:18 PM | Link to this
Hey Carla!!! So you got it gurlfrien? Amazing, huh?!!!
I concede to Deidre and OK…time to consult the ENT for hearing. But I still think Taylor gave the best of the night.
By johnny t-bone
May 16, 2006 10:19 PM | Link to this
Katherine is ahead of Elliot on DialIdol and that doesn’t include the texting and West Coast vote. Good Bye Elliot!!!!! Finally!!!!!
By vin
May 16, 2006 10:21 PM | Link to this
Thanks Song..yeah, I know..tennis..hubby is Agassi Jr so I gotta suffer. :-) I’m going to switch over to the game from Boston Legal (if I can pry the remote) LOL!
By Wondergirl
May 16, 2006 10:21 PM | Link to this
e-train is the next little engine that could. he can pull this off.
By Louise
May 16, 2006 10:22 PM | Link to this
Am I the only only out there that can’t stand Taylor’s antics? He looks like a retard! So wish Elliott could be in the finals. Kat only sang one song well tonight!
By CDog
May 16, 2006 10:22 PM | Link to this
I have never voted for Taylor, but I would not be upset if he won. I like his voice, his style of music, and his general attitude. While he is not the best singer, he has the best overall package. That is why he will probably win.
I have voted for Kat (not last week though), and except for the Elvis week, I think she has been the second best singer behind Chris the whole competition. With Chris out, she is the best singer left. It is a long shot, but she needs to pull of the performance of her life next week to beat Taylor. I hope the fans who always vote for Taylor will give her a fair shot next week, and if truly does a better job than Taylor, I hope they will vote for her.
By Songluvr
May 16, 2006 10:22 PM | Link to this
Good luck with that. Just pretend that remote is your ticket on the E-Train. ; )
By vin
May 16, 2006 10:24 PM | Link to this
Wonder..I’m not giving up either on E-Train. We thought for sure Chris was a winner last week and suddenly we were listening to his eulogy!!
By Songluvr
May 16, 2006 10:25 PM | Link to this
Me neither, Vin. The whole time, Taylor has been my #1 man, and E-double has been my #2 man. I want a Taylor/Elliott finale!
By Harmony372
May 16, 2006 10:27 PM | Link to this
Me three, vin and Song. Tay/Train finale…go home Katwoman!
By Wondergirl
May 16, 2006 10:27 PM | Link to this
ugh! my two year old will not stay in her bed, so i’m trying to vote and get her back in the bed. help!!!! :)
By Songluvr
May 16, 2006 10:28 PM | Link to this
LOL. Now you’re talking, Harmony!
By Denise
May 16, 2006 10:29 PM | Link to this
Cheers to Kat and Elliott!! Taylor has only carried a few songs worth cheering for… he’s not going to sell many records, unless to the teens and college students out there… and that’s only because they don’t even have a clue or real appreciation about music yet. Sorry, but true. We’ll see.
By vin
May 16, 2006 10:30 PM | Link to this
Harmony!!! Me three!! LOL!! Haven’t heard that one in a while.
Wonder..just take the phone with you and dial while you sit on her! Just kidding! But do take the phone and sit beside her in the bed..kill two birds with one stone.
By Wondergirl
May 16, 2006 10:32 PM | Link to this
i am, but it’s hard to change a pull-up while holding the phone! :) not to mention, trying to type!
By sandman
May 16, 2006 10:32 PM | Link to this
who cares?!! the real talent is off the show and about to sing with fuel and make platinum records!! These guys are borrrrrrrrrrriiiiiiiiiiiiiinnnnnnnnnnngggggggg!!
By Songluvr
May 16, 2006 10:33 PM | Link to this
Denise, there’s something people use on the internet you might find helpful: IMHO. It means ‘in my humble opinion’, and is used to make it clear that a person realizes they’re stating their opinion, which is not the same thing as fact. JSYK (just so you know). : )
By Denise
May 16, 2006 10:34 PM | Link to this
I hear ya Louise!! Can’t stand Taylor either.. Maybe they should include him in an adventure to “American Wedding” or something?? He might fit in there… He’s got the college scene going and dances like one too! He’s certainly a “wanna be”.
By vin
May 16, 2006 10:34 PM | Link to this
Well folks..gotta check out for the night…bedtime for the family. IDOL nights keep us ALL up longer than we should be. Tomorrow dahlings!!!! And whoever makes finale, remember, it’s just a singing contest. We’ll all still go to work tomorrow for that thing called a paycheck on Friday. :-)
By Harmony372
May 16, 2006 10:34 PM | Link to this
Wow….not SIT ON HER You’re gonna have DFCS after Wonder.
I’m so proud of me….100 text votes for Etrain and counting. I NEVER use this text message thing.
By Wondergirl
May 16, 2006 10:36 PM | Link to this
i think britney has dfcs tied up.
just to clarify, i’m not sitting on my daughter.
By cherokee dawg
May 16, 2006 10:37 PM | Link to this
Somewhere over the rainbow: did Judy Garland put on a short skirt and sing a sultry song to the Scarecrow? Doubt it. Kat will beat out Eliott because Eliott is about as exciting as Kat is modest. E-train is out of steam!
By smason
May 16, 2006 10:41 PM | Link to this
I dunno . I am having an easy time getting through with Taylor’s #s (5 of 10). Had some thing with Chris last week (6 of 10 went through for mr last week. I have been watching/lurking since season 2 really starting to think this thing IS rigged….just dunno what to think any more.
By roxie
May 16, 2006 10:46 PM | Link to this
All the Elliot fans! I am getting thru constantly on 07 phone line! Call on #07!!
By UGAFAN
May 16, 2006 10:46 PM | Link to this
They have all sounded good at times, and they have all sounded bad at times. However, Kat has a much better voice than the guys.
By Wondergirl
May 16, 2006 11:02 PM | Link to this
we’ll find out tomorrow the outcome. g’night all.
By alan
May 16, 2006 11:06 PM | Link to this
My view of the night and I have no dog in this hunt since Chris is gone.
Taylor wins the night because of performance value and You are so Beautiful, however he should be kicked off the show for saying Soul Patrol approx. 15 times during the night. Kat is a very close second to Taylor. The ETrain has had on collision with Katherine’s puppies and they knocked him off the tracks.
I am sick of all the oldies on this show.
Kat Over the Rainbow By far the best song of the night and probably the year. Absolutely beautiful. She didn’t over sing it.
Taylor You are so Beautiful Very nice, best song for him of the year.
Taylor Try a Little Tenderness Notice the judges praised his performance with this song. Excellent performance but the vocal was not that good. Performance was so good as usual if you don’t really listen you can’t notice his faults.
Kat I believe I can fly She did not forget the lyrics. She changed the song up so unlike Elliot and Taylor she actually made a song her own instead of singing exactly like the original (karoke). For that she gets lot of points.
Elliot What you won’t do for Love This is Elliot’s element and it showed. Good job by him but nothing spectacular. Kinda boring song
Elliot I believe to my soul. No nothing about this song. Thought he did pretty good though but as the judges said way to obscure
Kat I ain’t go nothing but the blues Fun performance but after the Rainbow song it was disappointing.
Taylor Dancing in the Dark Bruce will NEVER EVER release another song to Idol. As Simon said he was no where near the original. If you pick a song like this you better bring and he didn’t. He sounded physically sick to me on the song. Shows he is a one trick pony and can only sing the Joe Crocker, Ray Charles, Stevie type of music.
elliot Open Arms Sorry folks this song finally showed America he is just like Taylor. Very narrowly focused on one type of music. Folks this was vocally very bad and I am sure Journey is not happy at all. I would have loved to have heard Chris sing this song. He would have brought down the house.
America really robbed us from our Chris/Taylor showdown and it really showed tonight.
By Ty
May 16, 2006 11:12 PM | Link to this
I have to say that this is going to be my last post. I’m tired of reading the posts from people who are so bitter and cold and sad in their lives that they have to make fun of people and ridicule three people who’s spit is now worth more than the people’s lives who are treating them so unkindly. These posts are for people to bring out the worst…in themselves. They’ve found a way to hurt other people while making themselves feel better because their lives are so sad and useless. On my last comment, though, KAT said in an earlier post that we lost the “real” star somewhere along the way, and I agree. Although I think Taylor should be in the final two, I believe there are a couple of other people who should have had the opportunity…Mandisa…Paris…and believe it or not, Melissa Mcgee should have stuck around longer. It’s been a good season, and I’ve enjoyed it. It’s amazing to me that so many people, who post, can be so negative about the show…so terribly negative…but they continue to watch it. Signing off…TY
By jallen1956
May 16, 2006 11:12 PM | Link to this
Taylor’s unique voice and style will win it all, at least in my book.
By American Mother
May 16, 2006 11:17 PM | Link to this
had no time to rah rah, watched Boston Legal and voted for My Man Taylor!!!
Soul Patrol, Soul Patrol, Soul Patrol!!!!! He has had the top the whole time, less One night, maybe and now it’s down to the wire, surely he will win and Finally some of you are hearing poor Elliott the way he is, He IS adorable but he is beyond lucky to be there still. Time to snooze, Night All!!! I agree with Alan, I wanted a Taylor/Chris ShowDOWN!!! Oh well…….
By aggie1964
May 16, 2006 11:21 PM | Link to this
Kat messed up? I must have missed it while starring at her boobs. God. I love that woman.
By idolwatcher80
May 16, 2006 11:23 PM | Link to this
KATHARINE ALL THE WAY!!!
Elliott is done. Completely.
The winner will come down to next week. I HOPE America will wake up and vote for Kat. I got through 10 times or so tonight for her, but I think everyone was pulling votes to the end. :-)
Goooooooooooooooooo Kat!
By American Mother
May 16, 2006 11:24 PM | Link to this
not sure, but Kat might have been removing an earpiece, when the music started to play…………..
By idolwatcher80
May 16, 2006 11:26 PM | Link to this
Am Mother: I think she was scratching her ear and made it look like she was pushing her hair behind her ear.
By ,,,=^..^=,,,
May 16, 2006 11:31 PM | Link to this
holy cow that’s CLOSE: dial idol… rank name score error margin 1 Taylor Hicks 57.03 1.691 - 2-3 Katharine McPhee51.9 1.789 - 2-3 Elliott Yamin 51.53 1.796 -
By ,,,=^..^=,,,
May 16, 2006 11:36 PM | Link to this
she was removing an earpiece, see explanation above in the blog…common practice musically
By idolwatcher80
May 16, 2006 11:47 PM | Link to this
Ok, not that it matters or anything, but just wanted to mention…
I checked the site “vote for the worst” just b/c I was curious as to what they were up to. It looks like they’re asking people to vote for Taylor, as he is apparantly their least favorite. I’m not sure if it has any influence or not, but with him getting through each round, it could be working. Also, I looked at dialidol.com and practically every week, Taylor has been #1 in vote getters (except maybe the week Chris and Kat were the front runners). Just letting you people know so you can take it all in. Like I said, I’m not sure if it influences people or makes people mad enough to vote for him b/c they think he’s good. But it’s still kind of weird. I’ve personally never voted for the guy, I think he’s odd. But then again, I’m not America.
By seminolefan48
May 17, 2006 12:28 AM | Link to this
I was not impressed at all tonight with anyone song. I can’t stand “Over The Rainbow” its a boring song. And I got bored listening to Kat sing it. As far as “Try a Little Tendeness” and “You are So Beautiful” needed a cup of coffee to stay awake that’s how bored I got listeneing to those two songs. Sick of hearing Soul Patrol. Elliott has the best voice of the three period. I’m sure he’ll be going home can’t compete with Catwoman or Mr. Soul Patrol. But, in all honesty I have not been impressed with AI this season. Season 2 was the best and NO ONE CAN TOUCH CLAY AKIN PERIOD !!! The only reason I continued to watch AI was because I enjoyed hearing Elliott. Last week showed NO ONE IS SAFE.
By B'heart
May 17, 2006 12:46 AM | Link to this
Kat missed the line or not, that didn’t work and I agree with those that said that “Over the Rainbow” rendition was not that great. Taylor won all 3 rounds. Elliot did better on his second song. It is only a small fraction of votes between Kat and Elliot, so Dialidol will have it right either way. If I were Taylor I would hope to lose. Who wants to win because the best, or so some thought, is no longer competing? Also Clive told Elliot “for tonight” when Elliot said what apleasure it was to work with him (or something like that) and to Kat Clive said “when we record together”. Wow! Clive is not going ot record Elliot anytime soon.
By Songluvr
May 17, 2006 12:50 AM | Link to this
♥ ♥ ♥ SOUL PATROL ♥ ♥ ♥
By Rob
May 17, 2006 06:21 AM | Link to this
Cat was removing her “ear bud.” It is tiny stage monitor that has the sound mix. For some reason, it was probably bothering her so she removed it.
By Jon
May 17, 2006 06:22 AM | Link to this
Let’s see if I continue my tremendous run of picking, not the season winner, but the season runner-up.
Season 1: I picked Justin around the round of 32 to win. Well he came in the runner-up to Kelly. I have no problem with Kelly…she was the best choice.
Season 2: Very early on I picked Clay to win it all. Oh well, I was wrong again…got the runner-up again. But he should’ve won over Reuben.
Season 3: BINGO! In what is probably the most boring season, I picked Fantasia when we got to the final 12. She actually won…but looked at the final, she was up again Diana…not much of a competition. Fantasia doing the Janis Joplin-esque version of “Summertime” from Porgy & Bess was one of the all-time highlights of AI.
Season 4: I picked Bo Bice right around the second round to win it all. And once again….I WAS WRONG! In my honest opinion, he was ten times better singer than Carrie ever was or will be.
Season 5: I loved Taylor ever since his first audition. So he is not the best-best singer…but I love his soul-ful voice and have been pulling for him every week. I hope he wins…but knowing my knack for picking, he’ll get through this week and end up being runner-up. The only other person that I would’ve been fine with winning would’ve been Chris…but of course he is gone.
By BamaMan
May 17, 2006 06:30 AM | Link to this
Unless VotefortheWorst is having an impact, I don’t understand the Taylor thing. He’s sings a little better than Joe Cocker, but who doesn’t? He dances like an epileptic.
By sharon
May 17, 2006 06:36 AM | Link to this
Watching Taylor perform Dancing in the Dark took me back. That song used to be my cut back in the day. I found myself dancing around the room. My family could not understand how that song could make a black woman get up and dance. Ameircan Idol should skip the finale and just give Taylor the title. Not becuase he’s that good, but becuase he’s heads and shoulders above the rest. It was a hyperbole when the judgs said Katharine’s performance of Somehwere over the rainbow was the best this season!
By RC
May 17, 2006 06:45 AM | Link to this
Wassup Blawgpound!!!!
My boy T rocked the house last night!!……about 4-5 weeks ago I thought he might not rise to the occasion; boy was I wrong!!
Soul Patrol!!!
Mornin’ to all the real people in here!
PS - I agree with Deidre…don’t think Kat forgot a lyric…seemed to be a weird spot in the arrangement…if she did forget something it was an embellishment type of thing…..
By anti-AI
May 17, 2006 06:59 AM | Link to this
Face it …they all suck!!!
By shaun
May 17, 2006 07:19 AM | Link to this
taylor is lame! kat is overrated! Elliot is the man… He rocked the house last night. Again, Taylor is so lame!
By American Mother
May 17, 2006 07:23 AM | Link to this
I have CC and I do not think Kat missed any lyric, but then cc is not always accurate, but it gets the Sounds and I got a brand NEW digital hearing AID yesterday and Elliott sounded ok on Open Arms, but was terrible, as usual, on the others. He is in a bubble, I like him, but there is NO train, sorry and for those that don’t like Taylor’s antics/dancing - just close your eyes and LISTEN, he is wonderful. I happen to also like his moves, as he is FEELING it. When Kat gets control of her beautiful voice, she will top out, but for now, Taylor Hicks IS your American Idol!!!!!
No hearing aid jokes - I’ve heard them all!!!!
By American Mother
May 17, 2006 07:25 AM | Link to this
Yes, I have HEARD them all…………:)
By Rawena Anna Condaberger
May 17, 2006 07:27 AM | Link to this
I wish there were a write-in option!
I miss Paris Bennett!
By Tracey
May 17, 2006 07:30 AM | Link to this
SOUL PATROL….PUHLEEEEEEZE!. What a total cornball, Taylor annoyed the heck out of everyone in my house last night. As usual, every one of his songs sounded the same, and of course not lacking his usual seizure episodes in each song (that guy may need to see a doctor soon) Kat was good in Rainbow, but that’s about it, she’s theatre material, very good Broadway type. I’m still pulling for Elliott….with the proper accoustics, music, etc, he’d sound fabulous in a recording studio and then on a CD. The AI band does not do him justice,always drown him out. It’s anyone’s to lose at this point, but if Elliott goes tonight, I really couldn’t care less who wins.
By Elane
May 17, 2006 07:32 AM | Link to this
Kat! You’re back! Where you been, girl? I don’t care what anyone says, she was perfect on her third song…well, 95%, since she does have that annoying, small-town news anchor tendency to smile through sad lyrics. But the voice was totally there. Forgetting or changing lyrics doesn’t bother me much, since you can always say it was creative license. As long as they don’t stop dead in the middle of a line “duhhhhhh…” I don’t think anyone’s done that, thank goodness. Elliott was far below what I’ve come to expect from him, which is why he didn’t get my vote tonight. This has been a really interesting season.
By RC
May 17, 2006 07:34 AM | Link to this
Shaun,
Have to disagree….Taylor was much better that Elliot last night…..Elliot was singing sharp a great deal and had moves like a statue…..At least you get some feeling when T sings…..
Soul Patrol!!!!
By Soulpatroler
May 17, 2006 07:34 AM | Link to this
Soulpatrol Soulpatrol, Taylor all the way!
By idol-observer
May 17, 2006 07:36 AM | Link to this
Good Morning All…
With family I don’t get on the computer during the evening hours. With 2 teenagers it is hard to get to the computer anyway with all of the MySpace activity. Enjoyed reading the posts though.
I really believe tonight put all three singers in their own group. In Taylor, you have a entertainer that needs to be in great shape if he is going to perform a concert with that level of activity. Personally, it is just annoying. My wife said that if Elliott had just a sample of Taylors performance factor he would win. Taylor is not a great singer. I really didn’t like the performance of You Are… it seemed as though he was constipated….
Elliott…don’t just stand and sing…move around…Also I noticed that the band was outperforming Elliott on his 2nd song. With all of the rehearsals why isn’t this fixed?
Kat had to have a good/great performance to go to the top two. She couldn’t blow it. I don’t believe she did. I think the judges especially Randy and Paula are really pushing Elliott to the dimise of Kat. She had a good night and I thoroughly enjoyed Somewhere…
Who should go home…Elliott. After all the weeks he still doesn’t know how to perform. If he desires to be a night club singer just standing behind a mic he has that nailed down. No arguments about the vocal. He just doesn’t seem to work the crowd into the moment.
Next week will be Kat-Taylor. I don’t know if I would buy either of there CDs. I would more likely buy Elliott’s.
Just my thoughts….
By Queenie
May 17, 2006 07:42 AM | Link to this
Taylor - awsome. Have been waiting for him to do Joe Cocker, although, that wasn’t the song I would have picked. Delta Lady or A Little Help From My Friends, would have showcased him better.
Kat - being an OTR affecianado (translation: I’m old) her version brought tears to my eyes. I’m sure Judy Garland would have approved.
Elliott - Sorry, have a safe trip home. No matter what, your Mom still loves you and is proud.
By Deirdre
May 17, 2006 07:46 AM | Link to this
Has anyone considered that the band overpowered Elliot because he has no power in his voice? He sings from the throat, not the body. Someone said earlier that all Elliot needs is better acoustics and a sound studio. That is absolutely true, like most singers who are popular today. They don’t actually have a voice that isn’t perfected by the studio. Elliot can certainly sing, he has a lovely voice but he has nothing behind that voice.
Good morning,everyone.
By Jex
May 17, 2006 07:46 AM | Link to this
Good Morning Everyone! Hey Mike – we miss you man!
Last night was very interesting. I loved it when Taylor made Paula get up and dance with him. I really didn’t like You Are So Beautiful, but I have never been crazy about that song.
Elliot did mess up the lyrics to Open Arms, but no one really noticed – that shows his professionalism. Unlike Kat who turned her back on the audience last week when she forgot her words. And she’s been doing this for years, supposedly.
And speaking of Kat – I thought she sounded pretty bad on all three songs. I guess ‘Rainbow’ was her best, but it was only tolerable to me.
Sad to say it, but I think the E-Train may be headed for home tonight. But I’ll be pulling for him to the end.
By mikegadawg
May 17, 2006 07:50 AM | Link to this
Just like when tommy mattola was on the show, he just was all about recording with chris and Kat………clive davis is all about recording with kat last nite. all goes back to who has a commercial sound. it was chris and kat and now its kat. taylor and elliot can only hope they can get a good gig in las vegas.
By Rawena
May 17, 2006 07:54 AM | Link to this
I hate anything R Kelly does. And when I heard the choice I fully expected to see Kat writhing around on the floor again.
It will be at Kat-Taylor finale. Elliot sounds like someone is castrating a sheep. He must be hung like a horse though — Paula is all over him.
By Mikki
May 17, 2006 07:55 AM | Link to this
Can someone answer a question for me? What makes Kat so special that she thinks the judges aren’t allowed to criticize her? No one else complained when Simon came down hard on them week after week (remember Bucky?) I hope this is the end of the road for Conceited Kat. What happened to the humble girl from the auditions? Oh well, Taylor is the next American Idol anyway. His last performance solidified his win…
By mikegadawg
May 17, 2006 07:59 AM | Link to this
i’d agreee with you idol-observer…….the blatant elliot love from randy and paula was kind of pathetic….i think that act will backfire on them and prolly p** people off to vote for KAT who they were showing no love for…….i think thats why Simon was prolly pushing the KAT love last nite.
By Yo Daddy
May 17, 2006 08:00 AM | Link to this
Mornings blawgers and blawgettes! Taylor was the best over all last night. Deirdre is correct - Elliott just doesn’t have the power for “What You Won’t Do.” Half-way through the show I realized I don’t really care now that Chris is gone. I think Taylor should win at this point, but I would love to see Elliott win it for his mom and all the kids who grew up with health problems.
By American Mother
May 17, 2006 08:03 AM | Link to this
Paula ia all over EVERYBODY!!! Come on, she is the one thing I could do without!!! You can always tell when she is hitting the pain pills, but she was actually pretty tolerable last night, anyway -
Years ago My group at the time and I started listenting to and loving a Randy Newman guy, then he was on Saturday Night Live and he did not LOOK like we thought he would, but funny thing, we still LOVED him and his sound and……………… I guess everyone else did too!!! Joe Cocker always made me grin when he moved, but his songs could touch my heart, still does, and Taylor has THAT. He does. Listen to Mother - AM
By Yo Daddy
May 17, 2006 08:03 AM | Link to this
Kat removed her ear monitor after the acapella part. She probably had guide notes playing in her ear so she would be in the right key when the band came in.
By Jex
May 17, 2006 08:04 AM | Link to this
Hey Yo! Welcome back.
Mikki, I didn’t appreciate Kat’s whining either. I guess she expects everyone to praise her all the time like Daddy does.
By idol-observer
May 17, 2006 08:05 AM | Link to this
Mikki…while I am no music expert I think that Randy and Paula have been a little hard on Kat. Going after song choice when she didn’t pick the song is ridiculous. I can hear big flops but when I hear “pitchy” sometimes I have to scratch my head. Take the example of a few weeks ago the judges had to apologize. I think she is not conceited but more fed up with the criticism.
Let’s face it…regardless of whether you like him or not Simon usually provides the most true remarks. Paula provides the worst critiques. Randy only really has a couple of responses but without any real feedback.
There are songs where I enjoyed that they criticized and then there are songs that I didn’t like that they praise. I did not like Taylor’s version of You are So Beautiful. He looked like he was in pain! The song did nothing for me but the judges praised it as one of his best performances. This left me scratching my head…
Just my opinion…geo
By Alan
May 17, 2006 08:06 AM | Link to this
Taylor is horrible at worst - mediocre at best - but he will win and what Idol has with that win is another Ruben (loser) and Fantasia (loser). Taylor will be exactly where those two are now after the Idol smoke clears - BACK HOME
By Deirdre
May 17, 2006 08:07 AM | Link to this
Yo Daddy…what a great surprise! I agree that Elliot seems like the nicest guy in the world and has a terrific studio voice. I’m pretty sure he’s already proven to a lot of kids with health problems that they can live their dreams. The voting appears to be VERY close between Kat and Elliot. I guess we just have to wait until tonight.
By Mikki
May 17, 2006 08:10 AM | Link to this
Idol Observer, I love Simon and I agree with him about 90% of the time. My point was Kat needed to suck it up and take it like everyone else had too. In my humble opinion, she just ain’t that good…
By Yo Daddy
May 17, 2006 08:10 AM | Link to this
Oh lord, I see it’s going to be another blog about Jeff’s picture. That always brings the ugliness. Yo Daddy out!
By Shay
May 17, 2006 08:11 AM | Link to this
Morning Yo. Glad you decided to step in to comment. O.k. everyone, so I was disappointed in my man Elliott. He just didn’t shine last night. I must say I was impressed with Taylor last night and definitely think that he sang his way right into the finals. Other than Kat’s “Over the Rainbow” performance, which I thought was good, the other two songs didn’t do it for me. So, I guess I was wrong. Based on last night, Kat deserves that second spot in the finals with Elliott going home. I didn’t even vote for him because I said I would be true to myself and vote the best through. Well I voted for Taylor a few times and only voted for Kat one time for “over the rainbow”. Sorry, E-trainers, he just didn’t do it for me last night.
By KABA
May 17, 2006 08:12 AM | Link to this
KAT all the way! When Elliott sings I cannot pay attention, he is soooo boring! Taylor is entertaining, but he looked like he either had gas or had been sucking on a lemon while he was singing. I listen when Kat sings, she is entertaining and memorable, and I love her voice. She’s an amateur, needs some fine tuning, sure, but she’s by far the best offering for American Idol. Go Kat!!!!
By Mikki
May 17, 2006 08:15 AM | Link to this
Taylor’s going to win!! Nah Nah Nah Nah-Nu!
By Jex
May 17, 2006 08:15 AM | Link to this
Hey Shay. It’s funny how we all hear different things when it comes to this show.
I thought Elliott was pretty good last night and that Katharine was close to bad on two songs and just okay on one. And Taylor (bless his heart) just wins me over with his personality. His vocals weren’t great, but he made me smile.
I hope Kat is the one who goes home tonight.
By Deirdre
May 17, 2006 08:16 AM | Link to this
Everyone thinks the judges are ‘pimping’ Kat, yet she has received an abundant amount of criticism…some of it deserved. Randy’s comment that I Believe I Can Fly was a poor song choice was absolutely inane! If the girl can’t defend herself, she certainly isn’t going to make it in the business. Does anyone out there remember when Chris tried to argue with Simon? Did anyone see that as him being spoiled and whiny? Kevin Covais shot a comment at Simon and everybody thought he was being brave and resilient. Double standards! If you like a singer, anything he/she does is ok…if you don’t, then that singer is whiny, flat, pitchy, spoiled, whatever. Most of us hate the Yankees because they beat the Braves all the time. That doesn’t make the Yankees a bad baseball team.
By idol-observer
May 17, 2006 08:17 AM | Link to this
Mikki…I agree that Katherine has had some of the worst performances and I really don’t see a pop star out of her. In fact, one of the biggest complaints about Parris is that she didn’t let people see the real her. While we know what albums Taylor and Elliott would release Katherine is just confusing.
Katherine reminds me of the cabaret type of singer. Also, regarding clothing on her last song didn’t her outfit not match the song? I would have like to seen a long evening type gown which would have really matched the sultriness.
By Master Bates
May 17, 2006 08:17 AM | Link to this
I voted for Kat’s black dress and knee high leather boots
By mikegadawg
May 17, 2006 08:18 AM | Link to this
Amen KABA! I just dont see the elliot love, I find him boring as well. And taylor, altho entertaining, i just dont see myself buying any of his music.
By Tommy
May 17, 2006 08:19 AM | Link to this
…this sh*t is cheesey…
By Mikki
May 17, 2006 08:19 AM | Link to this
I totally agree with you Jex. I was only able to get through to Elliott about 3 times. All 3 lines were constantly busy. Hopefully, he got enough votes…
By idol-observer
May 17, 2006 08:20 AM | Link to this
Diedre…Amen! You are right on target!
By shaun
May 17, 2006 08:21 AM | Link to this
RC, I hear ya, but Elliot only went sharp once….. Taylor is not idol material. What radio station would carry his music? I just cant see him selling millions of records. Good morning Dierdre and Shay.
By Mikki
May 17, 2006 08:22 AM | Link to this
I thought the point of American Idol was to find the best amateur singer in America?
By greg
May 17, 2006 08:26 AM | Link to this
good morning..i thought taylor did the best job as far as stage presence and confidence and the others looked like week one of idol..overall what a bad year for the show.
By Chuck
May 17, 2006 08:28 AM | Link to this
You go, Diedre! You said it all right there!
By Maniac
May 17, 2006 08:28 AM | Link to this
Elliott hopefully will no longer be around when the results are announced. He has long overstayed his welcome and last night proved the point. He does have a future except as an extra in a Bugs Life II. Kat was inconsistent but her Somewhere over the Rainbow was da’ bomb. As for Taylor, he looks like the winner, which would be a real sin since he is no Idol. For more Idol chatter, check out:
http://www.musingsofamaniac.com/
By rosie
May 17, 2006 08:29 AM | Link to this
Babs and other Chris fans, open up your eyes, Chris is not there any more because his fans let him down by not voting,you cannot assume some one will win and thats what happen,even he said that, so stop and suck it up.They all did good last night,Randy&Paula are critical of Kat, she has a beautiful voice,andthe song was picked by Mr. Davis and he told her to make it hers. Taylor acts like he is pain all the time, hate to watch him perform. Think it will be Kat and Taylor in the finals. What is Paula taking? Simon is the honest judge on the show…..Will see everyone..Its just a show…..And ladies that are jealous of Kat because she is pretty and sexy, judge her on her talent, listen to her voice, she is not conceited probably just frustrated…..
By Shay
May 17, 2006 08:29 AM | Link to this
Morning Shaun. Mikki, although that is what the show is supposed to be targeted at, you have America voting, not the show. So people are going to pick their favorites. And no, we don’t have the best three singers throughout the entire competition up on that stage this week but this is who America has chosen as their top 3 based on voice, personality, looks, and entertainment. Its just like the industry itself. You wonder how some of these people even got a record deal, let alone able to make a whole album. People have different likes and dislikes. It kind of sucks some time but that’s just how it is.
My problem with Elliiott last night was his song choice on the last song. At this point in the competition, pick a song that everyone knows and can relate to. You have the voice and talent, so use it. To me, that song was not a good choice.
By mikegadawg
May 17, 2006 08:30 AM | Link to this
i’d agree with you Deidre to a degree….i think Kat has prolly in the last 4 weeks gotten alot of overly harsh criticism from randy and paula…..Im hoping all the over the top criticism of KAT last nite will get her more votes and in the finals. it p** me off enuff to text more votes for her than i ever have.
By Jex
May 17, 2006 08:31 AM | Link to this
The point of American Idol is to increase ratings for the network that carries the show, and that can be done by creating controversy and drawing attention to the show. It doesn’t matter if it’s negative or positive as long as people watch.
Good Morning greg. Did you ever get a new TV from WalMart? ;-)
By kat1dawg
May 17, 2006 08:31 AM | Link to this
I hope it is Kat and Taylor in the finals. Did anyone think Clive gave Elliot a song to fit his voice and Kat and Taylor songs that were not the most fitting for their voices? I thought he was trying to make it smooth sailing for Elliot there.
As far as Taylor goes, I like him a lot, but I thought he should have chosen “Sittin’ on the Dock of the Bay” Over that song he chose by Otis Redding. The one he chose I thought was dull for his voice.
I just hope Elliot goes home.
By J
May 17, 2006 08:31 AM | Link to this
Prescribe some Senecot for Taylor!
By BD
May 17, 2006 08:32 AM | Link to this
I thought Taylor was good and should get to next week. I thought Elliott was ok at best. I thought Kat hit a home run with “Over The Rainbow”. Taylor and Kat move on. Elliott goes home.
By bulldgfvr
May 17, 2006 08:32 AM | Link to this
Taylor is definetly the best of what is left. Ya’ll worry about what kind of record he would make but it is not really up to him. Whoever wins will be told what to record and how by AI. That’s why Reuben only had two good songs as far as I am concerned on his AI album(How can you mend a broken heart and Flying without wings). That’s caused they tried to market him as hip-hop and not the great ballad singer he is, i.e. in the mold of Luther Vandross. That is also why his gospel album was superior to Soulful.
Ranking for the nite:
By greg
May 17, 2006 08:33 AM | Link to this
i did in my other life
By RANDY DUNCAN
May 17, 2006 08:34 AM | Link to this
TO ALL CHRIS FANS THE REASON HE IS NOT IN THE FINALS IS BECAUSE HE SOUNDS JUST LIKE THAT OVER-RATED SINGER SCOTT STAPP OF CREED.
By Tracey
May 17, 2006 08:34 AM | Link to this
A co-worker just made a good point. We’re wondering how so many people can vote for and think that Taylor is Idol material. The fact is, he really isn’t as far as singing is concerned. He’s “likable”, plus the biggie, he zero’s right in to his fans, the “soul patrol”, and personally addresses them every week (over & over & over again)….so everytime he spins his fist and chants “soul patrol”, all of those people are thinking “oh my gosh, he’s talking directly to ME, because I’m part of the soul patrol….I must call quick and cast my vote”. Office rant for what it’s worth.
By mikegadawg
May 17, 2006 08:35 AM | Link to this
Amen Rosie!!
By Carla
May 17, 2006 08:35 AM | Link to this
Morning all. As I stated last night, I think Taylor was the best with Elliott and Kat close. I liked two of Elliott’s songs and only one of Kat’s, so Elliott was my number 2 and got my votes. Because it’s so close I do believe that Elliott is going home tonight and it’ll be a Taylor/Kat finale. I hope I’m wrong.
Good to hear from you Yo.:-)
By randy
May 17, 2006 08:36 AM | Link to this
you read it here, katherine will win, she can sing pop, country and broadway. That’s what the music industry likes to sell to different markets. AI will make the final decision not the voters.
By Diva
May 17, 2006 08:38 AM | Link to this
Good Morning All,
Last night was just ok for me….Taylor always gets you going…..Kat needs to go home and Elliott it just wasn’t what I thought it would be, I enjoyed his first song.
Alan please check your facts concerning Fantasia by no means is she home. If you haven’t heard she is doing a bio movie on Lifetime this month or next month and she is doing very good!
By Gram
May 17, 2006 08:38 AM | Link to this
I would have loved to see Taylor in a run-off with Eliot, but I don’t think it’s going to happen. Kat is ok, but she hits too many off-key notes for me. I think the songs were planned the way they were so that there would be a better chance of a boy/girl finale.
For me? Taylor, all the way. He is the total package of sound, looks and entertainment.
By Jex
May 17, 2006 08:38 AM | Link to this
Good point, Tracey.
By Gram
May 17, 2006 08:40 AM | Link to this
P.S. If Lifetime does a story on Fantasia, they will lose this viewer. They must be scraping the bottom of the barrel for storylines.
By mikegadawg
May 17, 2006 08:42 AM | Link to this
hey kat1dawg…..i dont think clive purposefully picked bad songs for kat or taylor…….if you remember, the only one he told he was looking forward to recording with was……….KAT.
By Jeff
May 17, 2006 08:42 AM | Link to this
Yo what is your problem…Where in here is my picture mentioned? You need tampon or something not been your month.
By sandman
May 17, 2006 08:43 AM | Link to this
I hate to say this, I just hate the AI now since Chris is gone, I could not even finish watching the show it sucked so bad. I actually went to wash some dishes because I was so bored! Way to go america, we have some great talent up there now!!!not
By DAG
May 17, 2006 08:43 AM | Link to this
You all are so mean, mean, mean. Still are blaming Kat for Chris being voted off. And for those of you who like Taylor jumping around and looking like he’s constipated, hey to each his own. That’s his style and Kat has her style and so does Elliot. I personally think that Taylor will win, but I don’t think he’ll sell as many records as everyone thinks. He’ll do great in Vegas.
By tess
May 17, 2006 08:44 AM | Link to this
Soul Patrol…All the Way!!!!
By mikegadawg
May 17, 2006 08:45 AM | Link to this
yeah, GRAM……..taylor is the whole package if you’re over 45 and in las vegas for a show.
By Cali
May 17, 2006 08:47 AM | Link to this
I think that Kat sang Over the Rainbow SOOOO great, but i also think that her snotty, i’m so great attitude really do it in for me. Even though she didnt get the ax last week(which she should have) does NOT make her better than everyone up there. I hope Taylor and Elliot go on through!!!
By Diva
May 17, 2006 08:47 AM | Link to this
Gram, I’m sure Lifetime will still go on.
By Harmony372
May 17, 2006 08:49 AM | Link to this
Morning, all….you know I was just thinking about something as I read the blog. What’s up with Kat having an EARPIECE to hear the right pitch on her acapella version. Isn’t that a bit like cheating. The whole point of singing acapella is to WOW people with your voice AND your ability to STAY ON PITCH without accompaniment!(sp) Don’t know…but I don’t think Bo had an earpiece when he sang THE WHOLE SONG last year acapella. That’s why the auditions are acapella….to see if the people really have the talent. If Kat has been having pitch problems all along (she has) then allowing her to sing acapella with an earpiece to guide is unfair. She should have just left the acapella part out and sung the whole song with the band. sigh….the things they will do to get that girl to the finale for the sake of marketability.
By scoot
May 17, 2006 08:51 AM | Link to this
Ok, I’m sure it’s been said, but when the heck was Randy in Journey?
By Deirdre
May 17, 2006 08:51 AM | Link to this
You know, guys, Clive could have told all 3 of the contestants that he looked forward to working with them but we only heard the comment he made to Kat. It’s called editing. They picked out what they thought was most important about Clive’s song choice and let us see that.
I absolutely agree that Taylor will win. He has managed to ignite a spark in people that none of the other contestants have. He is energetic and fun on stage and has proven himself to be a true performer. Is he a better singer than either Kat or Elliot? No, but he is a better performer. I don’t think he will be AI’s best Idol but he will, without a doubt, be their most interesting and entertaining idol.
By mikegadawg
May 17, 2006 08:53 AM | Link to this
Cali, where do u get the “so great attitude” from KAT? ur on crack. everytime KAT got to randy and paula u could tell she was so frustrated with the fact she could do no right in there eyes. she’s been getting it pretty harsh from them the past 4 weeks …..more so than the other bozos singing…..
By Harmony372
May 17, 2006 08:55 AM | Link to this
Hey D, didya send me the keys?
By greg
May 17, 2006 08:55 AM | Link to this
i’m sorry not much into idol today..did anyone notice on the front page that georgia won the all sports trophy in the sec this year.i miss my bulldogs living up here in gamecock country.
By Mom 53
May 17, 2006 08:55 AM | Link to this
I totally agree with Cali about Katherine and her snotty attitude. She thinks she’s the best thing around. I would never buy her CD. On the other hand, Carrie Underwood seemed to accept criticism from all judges last year and tried to use it wisely. Katherine on the other hand cannot hold a long note the way Carrie did. Katherine’s attitude turns me against her. I love Taylor and Elliott and would love to see it down to the wire with them. They are all so talented and I wish I could only sing a little bit.
By Jex
May 17, 2006 08:56 AM | Link to this
LOL @ Harmony. tsk tsk tsk It does seem a little blatant doesn’t it?
By dr johnny flash
May 17, 2006 08:56 AM | Link to this
Taylor Hicks owned the night. That much is for sure.
Its also plain why Simon rigged last weeks vote, he wanted McFREEZE to sing Over The Rainbow ala HAPPY BIRTHDAY MR PRESIDENT …
Eliot gave it away on his final song. he never got that people have to know and have some attachment to what these guys sing in order to get votes.
Rock on TAYLOR HICKS, but can THE SOUL PATROL bubba
By RC
May 17, 2006 08:59 AM | Link to this
Yea Shaun … I ain’t sayin I don’t like E- train…he’s great IMO and he’s the guy I’d pick for the underdog factor…but on the Bobby Caldwell song I loved the beginning…the song gave a great 1st impression but in the whole chorus E oversang and he was sharp about half way through the thing….Randy even commented on it. The song went south for me in a hurry……E certainly has the most soulful voice and prob feels R&B better but I think T is the better over all package…..
By Harmony372
May 17, 2006 09:01 AM | Link to this
@ Jex, a little blatant? Hardly….but after 5 years I’ve never seen it THIS bad.
By markscottmusic
May 17, 2006 09:02 AM | Link to this
Taylor… quit with the “soul patrol” shout outs. We get it. You have a following. Kat is amazing and even if she ends up No. 2, she’ll get a record deal and become a huge star. Bye bye, Elliot.
By Deirdre
May 17, 2006 09:03 AM | Link to this
Sorry Harmony, I forgot. It will be on the way in a minute. Who else was I supposed to send it to, do you remember?
By mikegadawg
May 17, 2006 09:05 AM | Link to this
Deidre, please….i dont think they would blatantly edit comments like that to be fair. and sure, taylor will win and have a great career in las vegas. soul patrol….what a joke.
By Harmony372
May 17, 2006 09:05 AM | Link to this
and then the silly girl gives away the secret! on a CLOSEUP! If you’ve made all these special arrangements for your deficiencies, then at the least ask the sound guy ahead of time to CUT the feed to my earpiece once the band starts up. It’s not hard….soundboard operators get instructions like that ALL the TIME.
I honestly thought she was doing a Carol Burnett number, tugging her ear as a message to someone special.
By Mikki
May 17, 2006 09:06 AM | Link to this
Thank you Harmony! They are working over time to ensure a Kat/Taylor final.
By American Mother
May 17, 2006 09:07 AM | Link to this
huh!!!??? the yankees suck!!!
now-
already know fantasia story line, drop out, can’t read, single teen mom, won american idol because she sang ONE song well, she is good for gospel and that is all, IMHO so since she is - at the most - a touchy subject, why keep bringing her up????? some like her, some can not stand her, I am the latter of the two, so long ai blog#, gotta go get some worms for my BlueBirds!!!!! AM
By Lara
May 17, 2006 09:07 AM | Link to this
Sometimes I wonder if y’all are watching and listening to the same show that I am? Katherine’s “version” of Fly was so awful, it was painful to my ears. I am not sure if she messed up the lyrics or it was planned out that way, but it made it seem awkward, so the wrong move. Her version of OTR really pained me. That is a good song, and for me, she ruined it. It was sharp, it was whiney, and why do you have to sing from the floor? Even sitting on the steps would have been better. And could they PLEASE quit showing her dad crying in the audience - so creepy! And her last song - “I don’t want to be compared to anyone”, so I am gonna pick a song I don’t really have to sing….whatever, she should have been gone 3 weeks ago - time for her to go NOW!
Elliott did not bring it last night either. While he sounded ok on some of his stuff, I just don’t see how he tried to be the winner. His confidence level was really low last night and you could tell. He may have messed the lyrics to Open Arms, but he recovered without too many people being able to tell - like turning your back to the audience, right Katharine?
Taylor really brought it with his songs last night. While his movements and soul patrol spouting can really get to people, it also really gets to his core fans. The boy can sing, but just like certain styles, not everyone thinks this. Like with Fantasia - so many people love her and her voice, to me, HORRIBLE…. So, Try a Little Tenderness made it into the show and I think he did a great job.
If Katharine goes on to next week, I wouldn’t be shocked - come on, she had the puppies out, the floor show, and stripper boots……but in the end, Taylor should win!
By Mom 53
May 17, 2006 09:09 AM | Link to this
Deirdre, gosh I hope you are wrong about the comment that Clive made to Kat, but I noticed it also. If this were a beauty contest, she would win hands down, but it’s definitely a talent for singing contest. I hope she does not win.
By alley
May 17, 2006 09:10 AM | Link to this
I think Kat has been there long enough. I hope she goes home tonight. For me, none of the songs she sang last night were that great. Taylor is going to win but I sure would like to see Taylor and Elliot finish. At least you can tell what kind of music Taylor and Elliot would record after AI with Kat it is hard to tell. I just don’t like her and she does to seem to have this attitude about her.
By shaun
May 17, 2006 09:10 AM | Link to this
RC, the overall package? would that not consist of: 1 looks? (taylor doesnt have) 2 voice (taylor does have) 3 stage presence (taylor somewhat has).. So, summing it up, he does not have the total package. He is a partial package. lol… No hate RC, just My opinion.
By mikegadawg
May 17, 2006 09:11 AM | Link to this
Amen Markscottmusic……..KAT will get a recording contract. taylor will win but end up in vegas….maybe elliot can open for him?
By shaun
May 17, 2006 09:14 AM | Link to this
AM, hate to burst your blue bird bubble, but the Cleavers were fiction. No one is from a perfect background. Run your life story by us and let us pick it to shreds and feed it to the birds.
By Harmony372
May 17, 2006 09:14 AM | Link to this
@ Deirdre, answer: Songluvr
By janie
May 17, 2006 09:15 AM | Link to this
I really enjoyed the show last night - Kat singing Over the Rainbow was beautiful - she seems to lack alot of confidence though and always looking for acceptance. She tries hard to look confident with that big beautiful smile but it does not work.
Loved Taylor - loved everything last night - faces and all - gotta make those faces to sing that music - think of Joe Cocker, Ray Charles etc. :)
Elliot was good last night - last song was not a good idea though as no one new the song. I would think it is going to be a close one between Elliot and Kat tonight!
What are the polls saying?
By RC
May 17, 2006 09:15 AM | Link to this
I feel ya’ Shaun….no hate back at ya but Elliot has looks? Has stage presence??…come on bro……
By RC
May 17, 2006 09:15 AM | Link to this
I feel ya’ Shaun….no hate back at ya but Elliot has looks? Has stage presence??…come on bro……
By Jex
May 17, 2006 09:16 AM | Link to this
Dang Lara, were you just in my head? I agree with you 100% But I really don’t get why everyone was so amazed by Kat’s version of OTR. It was just not good to me. But to each their own.
By Deirdre
May 17, 2006 09:17 AM | Link to this
OK, on the a capella thing. Bo sang the entire song a capella, therefore he could start out in ANY key he wanted and be secure that he would stay there for the entire song.
Kat only sang the first few bars a capella and was then joined by the band. She HAD to start in the key that the band would be playing! Unless you have perfect pitch, something very rare and wonderful, nobody could have landed on the right note without a help. For all you know, all she got was one note from a piano before she started to sing. You guys are proving my point, leaping on every little thing including how much you hate her personality.
By Mikki
May 17, 2006 09:18 AM | Link to this
Mom 53, I agree with you wholeheartedly about Kat! I’ve seen them create a little monster right before my eyes…And as far as her rendition of “Over the Rainbow”, give me Judy Garland’s version any day…
By shaun
May 17, 2006 09:20 AM | Link to this
RC, never said Elliot had the look, but his voice is the best out of the remaining 3. Isnt this a singing competition? I just do not get the whole taylor thing. Hey RC, can you think of any popular singer out there now that would tour with taylor? I can’t…
By Shay
May 17, 2006 09:21 AM | Link to this
Sometimes I wonder if y’all are watching and listening to the same show that I am?
Lara, this is not directed to just you but, people kill me how they past judgement on other people. Kat did a good job with “Over the Rainbow” IMO. Stop trying to pick out flaws in the song. She did good. End of story. No, she didn’t do as great of a job on the others, but who cares. So what she had her breast out, so what she had on black boots, so what she was on the floor. That’s what she chose to do. Just because, YOU, don’t like a certain style does not mean it is the wrong style. Some people like Fantasia, some don’t. But enough liked her to win the competition. You don’t have to buy these people’s albums if you don’t want to. It’s not like we are choosing our next president to run the country. It’s a singing competition for God’s sake. As it has been stated before, AI does not care who wins. Up until this point, they have made their money off of ratings, commercials, etc and that’s ALL they care about. Mickey Mouse could win and they wouldn’t care. No, they are not fixing the results. You have your own mind, your own phone, and your own fingers. Vote for who YOU think is the best and be able to accept it if your favorite does not win.
By mikegadawg
May 17, 2006 09:22 AM | Link to this
Mikki and mom53, i DISagree with you wholeheartedly…….i think you guys might have some girl envy there…..not very pretty ladies. dont hate the talented, hot chick. LOL ur confusing attitude with frustration. KAT in the finals!! send one of the those B98.5 bozos home!!
By janie
May 17, 2006 09:22 AM | Link to this
Kat sure has taken up with the sitting on the floor routine - maybe she could try a chair next time or sit on the stairs - what is up with that?
By shaun
May 17, 2006 09:23 AM | Link to this
Deirdre, I disagree… You should be able to know the key and start on it, I mean really!? That is not an excuse. Ah, rehersals? I am sure they had at lease 3 of those.
By Jex
May 17, 2006 09:23 AM | Link to this
janie, I heard on the radio this morning that Taylor is the front runner and Elliott and Kat are basically tied for the dreaded going home position.
By Msteven
May 17, 2006 09:25 AM | Link to this
My Fellow Bloggers(Holding up two peace signs aka Richard Nixon hee hee)I come yet again in Peace(So I dont expect an Air Raid!) I have been TELLING you all from day 1 this season, My Soul Man Taylor is an Entertainer! But some of U haters are just to blind, deaf, and Stubborn to see. Welllll, LAST NIGHT Proved what I been saying all Along. The MOST Entertaining of the Trio was of course, Taylor. And yes he had Me dancing of the Bruce Springtein selecton. I felt the vocal range was good.(Only Bruce can do Bruce, Vocally, no suprise there)but he pulled it off. I even copied a few of his steps Hee hee)Imagine me a Black Guy dancing like a White Boy with Soul! aka Carlton from Fresh Prince LOL)I was just smiling and doing the Knock knee dance that is a signiture of Taylor! It was so Much Fun! The guy makes my Heart Smile Like Garfield the Cat! You are So Beautiful. I actually enjoyed better then Joe Cocker(Whos as far as I am concerned Isent One of my Favorite Talent Singers AnyWay..sooo I felt he did justice to the song, sang it Very Well. and Was More Soulful then Joe..especially when he adlibs, oohs and ahhhs.. I was like Oooewwwwwwwww! LOL LOL. I was captivated. And he had Such a Serious LOOK on his FAce which was an A plus right there. I had never seen him look so serious. it was very Believeable. and of course the Burner of the night was Try a Little Tenderness. That Sealed the Show. As far as I am concerned they could have Crowned him last night, forget about next week. Elliot..perfect song..What you wont do for love. something I suggested weeks ago. But he kind of disappointed me..His vocals were Weak and I KNOW he could have Really Worked that Song if he had Put ALL of his Soul in it. Unfortunately he fell a little flat on certain Notes I know He could have Commanded, Poor Elly :-( I think he sealed his fate last night. His other two songs, left me limp(a male term)but from a male stand point.he didnt look as troll-ish last night. Actually, with the exception of his grill(street term for teeth) he didnt look half bad.:-/ but unfortunately I believe those songs..will send him packing tonight. Kat. the first song was awful(I mean R kelly WORKED that song Vocally) She couldnt do anything with it. bad choice Clive. Over the Rainbow, I actually thought she sound Really Good at the End of the song..the last note..her Pretty Eyes, bending back her head, it was Special(to me)But for that moment alone. It was Her best Performance for me. Kind of like What Summertime did for Fantasia..Only thing is..I am afraid its a little TOO late for her at this stage. I feel she should have Did Over the Rainbow Weeks ago..and even tackled Summertime. That is her Element. she did sound very classy(forget about the LOOKS Paula and Randy this aint Americas Top Model)She didnt belt or shout or over sing..I actually enjoyed her version(shes no Judy Garland, but who is?)she is prettier then Judy ever was though(had to throw that in, though it has nothing to do with her vocals). As to who is going home tonight..I can definately say who is Staying..and who was the overall best last night with all 3 songs a hit. Taylor. As to who leaves..I dont know anymore. but if I had to guess..based on last night..its very possible Elliot may get the boot. he didnt deliver last night..and unfortunately..He Really Could have, because he is a better singer then Kat and Taylor, but Taylor is a better Performer then both Kat and Elliot.
By Lara
May 17, 2006 09:26 AM | Link to this
Thanks Jex! I was wondering if it was just me. As for the ear mike - a lot of singers use that to help them keep up with the band. Since she was singing without them at first, it could have been used to help her know when they were coming in, so that she stayed in time. Something used by a lot of people in stage, sometimes it is hard to hear the band, and even yourself. I think that even if she used it only for that or tone, she should have left it in. It seemed that she went downhill after that - my opinion - and went really flat and toneless. Plus, it made people talk - why give them another reason to criticize you? Oh wait, I am not a Katharine fan, why am I defending her?? LOL
By RC
May 17, 2006 09:26 AM | Link to this
D,
I agree on Kat…..for the most part…people love to hate on her when in reality all she needs is a bit more vocal training and Clive can see that she gets it. She closes off when he goes high unless she is singing in falsetto….she needs to exercise her voice more and learn to open up the right way…..after that, watch out! She’s got the rest of it down!!
By mikegadawg
May 17, 2006 09:26 AM | Link to this
Good post Shay. I would HOPE everyone realizes what you said. But this blog wouldnt be fun if u couldnt poke fun at the other posters for there RIDICULOUS posts.
By Martha
May 17, 2006 09:27 AM | Link to this
RE:”By Alan Taylor is horrible at worst - mediocre at best - but he will win and what Idol has with that win is another Ruben (loser) and Fantasia (loser). Taylor will be exactly where those two are now after the Idol smoke clears - BACK HOME”
AMEN, Alan, AMEN!! Kat is a lot more marketable but she’s not going to win AI because the odds are that it’s a guy’s turn to hoist the banner. Too bad that the mediocre one trick pony will have the honor. I hope the “soul patrol” will buy his product—I won’t.
By scoot
May 17, 2006 09:28 AM | Link to this
so I’m guessing no one is going to answer my Randy in Journey question? And wow, there are some in depth critiques going on here.
By Baffled
May 17, 2006 09:29 AM | Link to this
Am I alone or did anyone else think that Kat’s Somewhere Over the Rainbow was average at best? I just feel that over the last few weeks she has shown herself to be a mediocre singer who relies on gimmicks and sex-appeal… am I totally off base?
I HOPE Elliot can hang on till next week, but he didn’t bring his best stuff, so if does have to go home, he’ll only have himself to blame.
By Deirdre
May 17, 2006 09:29 AM | Link to this
Now to defend Taylor…..I think there are loads of performers out there who would be happy to tour with Taylor. He is unique, energetic, soulful, entertaining, energetic, interesting, (did I say energetic?) I like his voice. Is it perfect…not by a long shot. There were lots of singers in this competition who had better voices..Mandisa, Melissa, Paris, Chris, Kat and Elliot all have better vocal range and tone but, Taylor sells a song better than any of them. He connects with the audience better than any of them. He is not a singer’s singer. he is an audience’s singer. He Connects…None of the others can claim that prize.
By Jessy
May 17, 2006 09:30 AM | Link to this
If Kay wins (ugh) she’sll probably end up in some country album or something. She will never have the same luck as Kelly Clarkston. Kelly is amazing! Forget that marketable crap. just cause you’re cute doesn’t make you an automatic star. ANd besides, that stupid lil smile she has glued to her face each time she sings is annoying
My vote is for Taylor all the way. He’s got the talent, personality and vocals to go far.
By mikegadawg
May 17, 2006 09:31 AM | Link to this
RC, u got it man. and we’re listening to them live…….just imagine what KAT will sound like in the recording studio. im telling you guys, KAT will have a greater career than elliot or taylor when all is said and done.
By TLuv
May 17, 2006 09:31 AM | Link to this
‘Morning Blawgpound!!!!
I missed a couple of spots last night. But from what I saw, I was heart-broken because my sweet Elliott didn’t step his game up. He was just alright. I’m not sure who stated it, but it’s very true that he sings from his throat instead of his diaphram. I guess the vocal coach didn’t teach him that. Heck, I learned that in music class in the 5th grade. But hey…considering no one, especially his mother, didn’t know the boy could sing until he auditioned; he’s doing pretty well for himself. A little more training & the boy will be phenomenal!!
Taylor was truly on it last night. His vocal were great. He was truly in his element. He was a true shining star.
For me, Kat was just alright last night. I was never a fan of hers, but I will give credit were credit is do. On “I Believe I Can Fly,” she started out rough but around the middle & towards the end, it got better. I missed the other performances. But from what I understand, they were okay. However, it seems she pulled it off for final 2.
By Mikki
May 17, 2006 09:33 AM | Link to this
Mikegadawg, believe me sweetie, I don’t have to be envious of Kat by a longggggg shot…but thanks for your opinion. Smooches!! :-)
By janie
May 17, 2006 09:33 AM | Link to this
Thanks Jex - going to be a nail biter tonight.
I am with you Msteven - Taylor makes my heart smile too - I loved watching him last night and have loved watching him since auditions. To think Simon said no one would vote for him and he has never been in the bottom two or three - Go Soul Patrol.
By Deirdre
May 17, 2006 09:33 AM | Link to this
Wow, Shay, I couldn’t have said that any better!
By mikegadawg
May 17, 2006 09:33 AM | Link to this
Baffled, ur alone and off base. Try match.com
By Jex
May 17, 2006 09:34 AM | Link to this
Baffled, I second that emotion - gimmicks and sex-appeal. But that is what sells.
By RK
May 17, 2006 09:35 AM | Link to this
Last night was boring for me — I just didn’t care. I guess I looked forward to watching Chris, and now that he’s gone, I wish they would just get it over with. None of the 3 last night really brought anything new for me. Not that I’d waste my money voting, anyway :)
By Harmony372
May 17, 2006 09:35 AM | Link to this
aww come on, D….I don’t hate the girl personally….I just think they are keeping her there intentionally because she the most marketable. But if all AI is going to go by is the industry’s narrow standard of marketability, then they should have canned the whole concept.
The point is you’re not gonna find many Christine Agiuleras or Alicia Keys in nowhere America….folks who have the “looks”, talent and stage presence. If they had all that…they’d be pounding the pavement in Hollywood or NYC already. Which is why all of the singers who NEEDED AI have had a little something about them that made them deficient. Take your pick….Justin, Clay, Rueben, Diana, Fantasia….now Taylor & Elliot. As I’ve said before…Kat doesn’t need Idol to be successful…she’s born for Broadway (and will be GOOD at it). Chris doesn’t NEED Idol to be successful. Paris doesn’t NEED Idol to be successful. Did it help all of them, yes? But they didn’t NEED it. Taylor NEEDS the AI title/exposure for folks to take him seriously. Elliot would NEED the AI title/exposure to get people to listen to how good his vocal quality is (and get past his looks). Kat, being from La-la land, would have been just fine leaving 3-4 weeks ago when she STARTED bombing on songs. What frustrates me is week after week, she’s been given a pass through to the next round over someone else who NEEDS this competition more than her. Why do you think Simon isn’t picking her to win? Because he knows she’ll be fine with or without Idol.
I’ll repeat something else that has been said. Elliot would make a good IDOL in the truest sense of the word. Someone that kids can look up to who overcame obstacles to achieve. I could almost say the same for Taylor. Picking Kat as a winner just reinforces the stereotypes that the industry ALREADY shoves down our throats. That being a great singer/entertainer is not enough to sell records. That you’ve gotta have “the look”, or you’re nothing. But think about some of the great artists of our time. Not all of them were eye candy! And for some, their “deficiency” combined with their GREAT vocals made them unique and endearing to us. That’s why I can understand Taylor’s appeal….it’s not my cup of tea….but I understand.
By mikegadawg
May 17, 2006 09:37 AM | Link to this
Sure Mikki, Im sure u turned heads in ur prime!
By Martha
May 17, 2006 09:37 AM | Link to this
Oh, and for the record Msteven: the longer the post, the lamer the singer.
By idol-observer
May 17, 2006 09:37 AM | Link to this
I can’t believe the traffic on the earpiece. I believe the Diedre has it correct. First off, singers also need to hear themselves. Have you ever wondered why there are speakers turned at the singers. I believe that she was using the earpiece for feedback.
The problem is the amount of closeups the camera does on Kat. I personally think she should have left it in and not draw attention to herself.
Having an earpiece doesn’t make her any less of a singer. Too much is being made of the earpiece…
By Buddy
May 17, 2006 09:37 AM | Link to this
I have tried to see what in the world appeals to people about Taylor. Most of the time when he’s singing, he looks in pain. Horrible expressions and he can’t dance a lick. Randy & Paula are so biased for Taylor & Elliott. It’s really pathetic. I would vote for Kat any day.
By RC
May 17, 2006 09:39 AM | Link to this
Shaun,
Pop singers will tour with just about anyone….that is it’s all about the benjamins…….BTW and lol, you were the one that framed the ‘total package’ argument with looks, stage presence and singing ability……2 out of 3 for T beats 1 of out of 3 for Elloit….I noticed you didn’t comment on E’s stage presence……FWIW I think Taylor could tour or do a duet with most anyone….he being a lot like Chris in that he wouldn’t need a studio computer to enhance his vocals, he’s already has a good vocal quality. I have no idea how T would do success-wise, neither do I Elloit….I suspect the one that ‘could’ have the biggest career would be Kat…
SOUL PATROL!!!!
RC
By janie
May 17, 2006 09:39 AM | Link to this
Scoot - I do not know when Randy played base for Journey - I always listened to them in the 80’s - I will have to go back and read by albums - albums!!! what is an album??? :)
Maybe he was their studio musician?
By shaun
May 17, 2006 09:41 AM | Link to this
ut oh martha, Mstevens is gonna get you……. it was long though.. lol
By Deirdre
May 17, 2006 09:41 AM | Link to this
Harmony, the powers that be at Idol DON’T CARE WHO WINS! They do not market the winners any more than they market the losers. That’s why you hardly hear about them until they strike out on their own. Idol makes money from the show, the idol tour and the product promotions. They don’t give a flying fig who wins the thing. They SAY that they are trying to find the next American Idol but they are not. They make their money from the process not from the result!
By Susan
May 17, 2006 09:42 AM | Link to this
Can Kat please stop smiling all the time through every song! It’s so annoying. If she stays over Elliott, it will be such a travesty. Please, please let Taylor win it all!!!
By Tracey
May 17, 2006 09:42 AM | Link to this
MSTEVEN…I sure hope you are a female. So when are you & Taylor getting married?? Wow, you lost me after the first of many paragraphs.
By jes8
May 17, 2006 09:42 AM | Link to this
Hi all! First let me say I love Taylor. But I wish he’d pull up a stool when he’s doing the quiet stuff, cuz he looks like he’s got to pee.
That said, he did the best last night. I think Randy hit it on the head with Kat. She wants to be a great high range singer, and she’s not. There’s nothing wrong with that. She’s got a great blues voice. Elliot’s going home cuz of song choice. He tried to pick another Trouble and it just wasn’t as engaging as Trouble was. Hopefully he’ll get picked up for a jazz/blues album.
By mikegadawg
May 17, 2006 09:44 AM | Link to this
Amen Buddy!! That’s exactly how I feel and to all the other bloggers on here, that’s why KAT will be in the finals.
By RC
May 17, 2006 09:45 AM | Link to this
Hey Shout out to my fellow blawgpounders!!!!
Happy to see some positive dialog and some knowledge being laid down in here this morning…….continue to work it out my people!!!!
RC
By chanceman
May 17, 2006 09:45 AM | Link to this
How many of you clapped when Kat told Randy “she didn’t pick the song”…classic! Notice they didn’t cut over to Clive’s face when that happened. Note to judges…don’t talk about song choice, when the contestants didn’t choose them. The songs he chose were not happening. Maybe it’s time for him to move to Florida and drive around in a golf cart.
By jes8
May 17, 2006 09:45 AM | Link to this
Diedre, you make an excellent point.
By idol-observer
May 17, 2006 09:46 AM | Link to this
American Idol brings more money to Fox than all of the records and concerts. Think about 45+ million votes. Think about the ratings Idol gets on TV. That is the big money maker. Ads can be charged at higher rates. This is about TV the fact we get to listen to music is just a benefit.
By shaun
May 17, 2006 09:47 AM | Link to this
ok RC, you got me. But, the 1 that taylor is lacking is the most important in the music business. Looks! Remember Mandisa? lol. The music industry isnt big on old looking guys or girls. taylor reminds me of Jay leno. looks only become null and void when you are a rapper….remember flava flav?
By janie
May 17, 2006 09:48 AM | Link to this
Right on Deidre - that is exactly how it works…. do people actually think the votes are fixed?
By Lara
May 17, 2006 09:49 AM | Link to this
Wow, are y’all saying I had a ridiculous post because I expressed my opinion? I did state that it was my opinion. I don’t really like Katharine, mainly because I don’t like her style, ala Fantasia (don’t like her style, not comparing styles). But that is what makes this country great, right, that we can agree to disagree and all have our own opinions. I think it is interesting that it is down to these 3 performers - all good in their own rights. They all have such different styles and personalities, it shows diversity and I think that is a good thing for AI. At this point, you are very right about this, they have made their money - they got the ratings, they already have the downloads….at this point, it really is a no lose situation for the producers of the show. I wish all the contestants good luck, but IMHO (in my humble opinion) Taylor has it in the bag!!
Hey - how was the voting for everyone last night? I was able to get through a few times on Taylor’s 3rd number.
By scoot
May 17, 2006 09:51 AM | Link to this
Thanks, Janie!
By janie
May 17, 2006 09:51 AM | Link to this
I think Clive did a great job picking songs - Kat couldn’t pull hers off - that’s all!!
By RC
May 17, 2006 09:53 AM | Link to this
Shaun…I see where you’re coming from….if you see looks being a biggie, you shoulda been a Kat fan….LOL!!!
By Tracey
May 17, 2006 09:54 AM | Link to this
HARMONY said: Picking Kat as a winner just reinforces the stereotypes that the industry ALREADY shoves down our throats. That being a great singer/entertainer is not enough to sell records. That you’ve gotta have “the look”, or you’re nothing.
Perfectly written, and oh so true.
By Eve
May 17, 2006 09:55 AM | Link to this
American Mother - you are correct in saying Fantasia is a touchy subject. For some reason a lot of you love to bash her character and criticize her singing, but if you’re honest with yourselves you would realize that NO ONE has EVER topped her “Summertime” moment on AI. Therefore, if that performance was ranked the highest ever on AI then the girl must be awesome. Stop hating and give her props.
As for this year’s winner it will probably be Taylor. I would love for Elliot to win but it’s just not happening. Clive should have given “I Believe I Can Fly” to Elliott. And why the h#%% did Paula pick that weak song for Elliott’s second choice? I’m sure Kat will win second place but her thing is definitely Broadway. That’s her element and that’s what she should pursue.
P.S. My ANTM watchers: Who do you think will take it? I hope Danielle but it’s going to be a very close call.
By shaun
May 17, 2006 09:57 AM | Link to this
RC, I mos def think Kat is all that and a bag of chips… love the candy…. but this is a singing competition, can you honestly say taylor can sing better than elliot?
By Harmony372
May 17, 2006 09:59 AM | Link to this
Deirdre, don’t get it twisted…ever noticed at the end of the show that it is produced by 19 entertainment? Do you know who gets the MANAGEMENT contract of the artist who wins? 19 entertainment The producers of Idol have a BIG stake in who wins. You’re right they make a boatload of money during the process, too. But don’t believe for a minute they don’t have a vested interest in the winner. Simon Fuller and 19 entertainment have their hands in everything about AI (as they should as the creators) to make as much money as possible. That’s why the contracts are so crazy. That’s why folks like Chris and Paris are gonna have to WAIT until 3 months AFTER the winner’s album is released before you hear ANYTHING from them. damn shame….but that’s the contract that they signed AT AUDITION. So those who believe that TPTB don’t care who wins are very much mistaken. They want to be able to manage someone who is going to make them more money. Sad thing is, they don’t do a very GOOD job of managing/marketing the winner (i.e. Ruben, Fantasia). They really should give that responsibility over to a better company and simply focus on the TV show (which they are good at milking). So until I read that they have changed their contracts with the contestants that gives them their CHOICE of management after winning, you’ll never convince me that the AI producers/creators/powers that be DON’T CARE!
By janie
May 17, 2006 10:00 AM | Link to this
Assuming Elliot goes home tonight -who gets his votes next week?
Geesh Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman engaged - lucky lady!!
Paul McCartney getting divorced - bummer!
By RC
May 17, 2006 10:02 AM | Link to this
Shaun…..to follow up on the looks factor…..not sure how old you are and I’m not beatin up on you but it seems to me the things that are important in the music industry have changed for the worst in some aspects……. You said looks is important today and true enough you are right but it used to not be that way…..for example just consider the guests AI has had on this year…while Stevie looks OK he ain’t no model….Barry Manilow?? Rod Stewart? I guess Elvis was a ‘looker’ in his day and Bocelli prob was too….but overall the industry seems to have changed to value something that just ain’t that important in music IMO…..seems to me that a good looking artist in the past was an exception and not the rule……I suppose MTV and music dvd’s have had a lot to do with it…….
By Ken
May 17, 2006 10:02 AM | Link to this
Good Morning.
Eve, Danielle has to learn how to speak properly first. But I hope she takes it as well.
By Msteven
May 17, 2006 10:03 AM | Link to this
Thanks Janine. Martha let me Put it to you this Way. You HAVE a couple of Options. If My Post Was too Long, You ever heard of skipping over it? As for the Taylor Being Lame..Thats YOUR Opinion and Opinions is just like an Anus, everyone Got ONE..now my question is, which one are you? Moving right along(with out even breaking my pace) I can think of dozens of songs for My Soul Man and the Next American IDOL hands down, Taylor. Georgia On my Mind, You are So Beautiful, Taking it to the Streets, Born in the USA, Try a little Tenderness, I cant Get NO Satifaction, a Rocking soulful version of I Cant Turn YOU loose(another Otis Redding Classic) Anything By Otis REdding..Lift Us Up where We Belong, Rainy Night In Georgia..man there are so much that this soulful Wonderful white Man can add his flavor too. I am his No.1 Black Fan..I just Love this Man. No one Black or White Makes me smile Like he does! Not even my favorite singer(diana ross) Makes My heart Smile Like Taylor. HE WILL BE Around..Haters EAT CROW!
By Shay
May 17, 2006 10:03 AM | Link to this
Lara, your post by far was NOT ridiculous. That’s why I said I wasn’t targeting you. But I do think that people misjudge the contestants, mainly Kat, because of minor things. Her shoes have nothing to do with her performance. Black boots does not mean hooker. I don’t think she makes love to the camera. If she was frowning and looking conceited, then people would be complaining about that too. The poor girl can’t win no matter what.
And to answer your question, I had no trouble voting for Taylor or Katharine but I did wait until the last 30 minutes to vote so who knows. I used the first #. Didn’t even bother to try and vote the first hour.
By rosie
May 17, 2006 10:03 AM | Link to this
To mikegadawg, I think we are on the same page, a lot of this ladies are not looking at Kat as a singer they are trying to find fault in her because she is a pretty girl and how she dresses, set that aside and listen to the voice, I have myself heard famous entertainers mess up there songs, but they are still around. Go Kat, and Randy & Paula are to critical of Kat, Paula only likes the guys, and lord what is she on….
By shaun
May 17, 2006 10:03 AM | Link to this
I think you all are confusing AI and FOX network. Fox is the one that makes all the money from AI (a majority of it). Ever notice all the commercials? That is revenue for FOX not AI.
By Deirdre
May 17, 2006 10:05 AM | Link to this
Absolutely true, harmony but what have they done for any of the idols, winners or losers beyond what they’ve been contracted to do? Nothing. I’m sure they’re hoping that one day they’ll find a true American Idol but they don’t believe they have yet. They didn’t believe in Kelly Clarkson and let her go….big mistake apparently. They never believed in Ruben or Fantasia and they handed Carrie over to a country recording company because they didn’t know what to do with her. Carrie is the ONLY successful Idol still under contract to Idol and they aren’t the one’s handling her career.
By Msteven
May 17, 2006 10:07 AM | Link to this
Oh and I still think Elliot is a Funky White boy that has more soul then some black singers I know(and sing better, especially these new day singers..sheesh.a bunch of One hit wonders, black and white) I hope when Elliot cuts and album..He will do What you Wont do for Love again..He derserves to try that song again..along with A song for YOu. its in his vocal element and range. Kat..sorry dear pretty face..You would make a good Wall Flower, you Need More Vocal lessons(fire your mom(vocal coach).
By shaun
May 17, 2006 10:09 AM | Link to this
RC, you are exactly right, with this new age of video, looks have become important. Ken, I dont watch america next top model, but did see the preview, who is this Jade woman, she is fine as wine….. will she win?
By RC
May 17, 2006 10:10 AM | Link to this
Shaun…to answer your question re: the best singer…….I think Kat has the potential to be the best singer….between T and E-train I think it is prob a toss-up….it all comes down to who you feel for me…and to me THAT is the most important part of singing…..how the singer get across the message, or if you can tell he/she is singing from the heart and makes you feel it. Some of it has to do with sincerity, some is believing in yourself…..a good example: I absolutely love BB King. He is not a great singer but I feel him…….anyway all MO and FWIW….
By janie
May 17, 2006 10:11 AM | Link to this
My votes go to Taylor and the Soul Patrol - love the guy - but no one can say Kat can’t sing - the girl has pipes - no question there.
By Jex
May 17, 2006 10:11 AM | Link to this
Eve re: ANTM – I really hope Danielle gets it, but I think her accent may be her down fall. Joanie needs a bit more confidence and Jade needs to lose the attitude – big time. I hope it’s Danielle, but I really think it may be Joanie who takes it all.
By GEH
May 17, 2006 10:14 AM | Link to this
AmericanMother
Please! Please! I really don’t want to go there.
By rosie
May 17, 2006 10:15 AM | Link to this
Shay I also agree with you, I had no problem voting for my favorite, you just have to be patient and wait. Some fans are just lazy and want the others to vote and then they cry and fuss if there favorite does not make it. I also agree with you on the remarks about Kat. She is probably a very nice person and the clothes she wears are nothing more than Kelly Clarkston wore on her performances.. Wake up people, vote for the talent…….
By Harmony372
May 17, 2006 10:15 AM | Link to this
You’re absolutely right, D. They don’t know what they’re doing when it comes to management. I’m glad to hear that they gave Carrie away…that explains something I’ve been trying to figure out…why she is the MOST successful Idol still under contract with them. But guess what? They could just change the contract to begin with to give the winner a choice. Then I would believe that they don’t care who wins.
Another point that I think RC made….FOX makes the loot off of ratings. Who knows how many years AI contracted with FOX to be on the air, and whether they’ve been able to up the ante due to success. But the AI producers do not reap the immediate benefits of high ratings. FOX does. Only during contract renegotiations can 19 entertainment get paid more based on performance. The cast of “FRIENDS” taught us that lesson.
Well blawgpound, I’m out…gotta get to work. I’ll check up on y’all this afternoon! But good conversation, today. Core bloggers coming back…No drama….Hallelujah! harmony dancing
By RC
May 17, 2006 10:15 AM | Link to this
Hey all you Gurls quit hatin’ on Kat!!!
By RC
May 17, 2006 10:17 AM | Link to this
harmony…gotta give my props to Shaun for the networks observation….
By kat1dawg
May 17, 2006 10:17 AM | Link to this
Hey MikeGaDawg…
Maybe its Clive’s age then cause “I believe I can fly” is the worst song selection for Kat.
By Shay
May 17, 2006 10:18 AM | Link to this
Harmony372, sorry but I still disagree with you. The money is made during the show, not afterwards. And for the record 1000 times, Fantasia has done quite well for herself. You can’t past judgement on music that you don’t listen to. She’s all over the recording industry. Reuben did well in the beginning too. Making the other contestants wait for 3 months before they can put out an album is
1) a benefit of being the winner and getting to put out an album first. Of course everyone of the contestants is going to benefit from the success of the show and the association will help sell records, but that is an BENEFIT for the winner. They need time to actually finish the contest and record the record. It’s not fair to the winner if the others are allowed to go ahead and record. In that case, all the contestants would be trying to get kicked off the show.
2) If and when they make money off of the winner’s album sales, that is just icing on the cake. The show has already been successful, the ratings skyrocketed, and they have ALREADY accomplished what they set out to do, which was to get you, me and the rest to tune in every Tuesday and Wednesday at 8:00 and 9:00 EST to watch their #1 rated show.
By LT
May 17, 2006 10:18 AM | Link to this
There will never be another Kelly Clarkson.
By TLuv
May 17, 2006 10:18 AM | Link to this
Re: ANTM. I’m with you, Jex. Danielle is my girl, but her accent will hurt her big time. Please get my girl a vocal coach!!!! Joanie may take this thing home, but she really needs to work on her “cardboard cut-out” personality.
Shaun…Jade “Fine as wine??” Sorry hon, but she looks like a drag queen at time & she has a jacked-up attitude. She’s only humble around the judges.
Overall, I want Danielle to win.
By Msteven
May 17, 2006 10:21 AM | Link to this
Tracey I am a Male. If I lost you, I cant do anything about that. I LOVE Taylor, Not in a sexual way, or romantic Way. But As an Entertainer. If you and others want to Read anything else beyond that..that is YOUR choice..Again..I LOVE THIS MAN. You may take that anyway You wish. This Is 2006. One dosent Have to Explain their Love for their fellow man or woman.
By Sandra
May 17, 2006 10:22 AM | Link to this
Ok, let me spell it out…Taylor is a PERFORMER. He always delivers. You might not agree with his choice/style…but he always entertains! Kat is so busy interjecting all her vocal abilities into one piece that she shows no emotion or personality. Her best performance on AI was last night but she could still have softened the lyrics to add mega personality and power. It’s not just about the voice but the ability to hold an audience with your presentation.
If she ever gets it, she will be one dynamic performer and she won’t be opening the show for anybody!!!! I just don’t think she is mature enough to be the draw right now.
I LOVE KATS DAD! WHAT A FAN!
Elliott is REAL and I bet he and Taylor have mutual respect for each other.
By Jex
May 17, 2006 10:23 AM | Link to this
TLuv - Thank you for believing in me.
By tls
May 17, 2006 10:23 AM | Link to this
…Nothing wrong with katherines’s ear on Over the Rainbow she was probably receiving the pitch becuase she started the song off with musical accompaniment. She is the best singer in the competition. Her personality may not be the best but she has the best voice control, pitch, intonation, etc….taylor has personaility but his style everything is starting to sound the same. He seems like he is trying tooo hard. Elliott never gets into a groove.
By shaun
May 17, 2006 10:24 AM | Link to this
Thanks RC, you are the bomb… Tluv, I only saw her on a commercial, and she looked very nice…I can see her with tude though. But, is she the front runner?
By Try
May 17, 2006 10:25 AM | Link to this
Hello all! I hate to say it, but I think Kat did well last night. I think the E-Train is about to make it’s last stop. As much as that hurts, I have to be honest. I am just proud of him for making it this far though.
By taylorfan
May 17, 2006 10:27 AM | Link to this
MSteven…
I agree with everything you said, except for one thing… I am Taylor’s #1 Black fan! But seriously, he is a great singer and I believe he will find success. There is so much negative things going on in the world right now, and I haven’t been able to find much to smile about. But Taylor really gives me a good feeling inside. To see someone who is truly happy and excited to do what they love is a blessing. He never frowns or brings negative energy.
What’s so wrong with that people???
By Msteven
May 17, 2006 10:28 AM | Link to this
One other thing..Tracey and Others. I am 50yr old Black Man. When You reach 50. You could care less what folks think as to what your sexual preference is. When I was 20, I cared, when I was 40. I cared. now at a half century years old. Frankly my dear, I dont give a damn. And I am not trying to be smart, rude, or nasty. I LOVE People period. Men, Women, blacks and whites. Fat or Skinny. And I am Crazy about a Good Singer..Black or White, Male or Female. As in answer to your question when are me and Taylor getting married..I am NOT interested in Marrying ANYONE, MALE, FEMALE, OR ANIMAL. Hope that answers your question..Now back to Taylor..YOU GO BOY! You THE MAN!
By Missin Chris
May 17, 2006 10:29 AM | Link to this
Who cares about Idol any longer? Without Chris, the competition is over! Chris rocked the house and will be the most successful of all the idol hopefuls!!!!
GO CHRIS!!!!!
But as for my predictions, Kat will more than likely win. Thanks goodness for the sound effects available in the studios…. Hell, they can even make Lindsey Lohan sing better! The Soul Patrol unfortunately will not last past this show. No one will buy his albums. Good Luck in Vegas, Taylor! As for Elliott, not really sure where you fit in.
By Jovaughan
May 17, 2006 10:31 AM | Link to this
I’ve said this before and last night proves it..AGAIN..Elliott is by far the best singer and if this competition were based solely on singing ability/level of difficulty of music, Elliott will win hands down. He’s a “singer’s singer”…Unfortunately for my boy, not everyone knows music. . TAYLOR is the only “total package” that I’ve seen on this competition because he has a decent voice and he is an energetic entertainer. . KAT. Wannabe Diva with no range. I’d rather see Bucky as the American Idol than her, but I have this sinking feeling in my gut that she may win this thing because she has the look. Vocally, she may be the weakest idol. I”M STILL PULLING FOR YAMIN!!!
By ,,,=^..^=,,,
May 17, 2006 10:33 AM | Link to this
linny whispers to vin “pssst… shay and deirdre get the wings today, gurlfrien’ “
@¿~
laterz
By Martha
May 17, 2006 10:35 AM | Link to this
msteven: I ain’t no freaking monument to justice! You proved my point as your last post was considerably shorter and much more readable. Congratulations!
By Jex
May 17, 2006 10:35 AM | Link to this
taylorfan and MSteven - don’t make me take my earrings off! I am the biggest Taylor fan outside of the official Soul Patrol!
taylorfan what you posted is exactly why I love him so much - his love for music, his smile, his attitude. How can people NOT like that?
By Ken
May 17, 2006 10:35 AM | Link to this
shaun, ewww I thought so much more of you before that fine as wine jade comment!
I voted for Elliot even though I didnt think he did the best.
By Msteven
May 17, 2006 10:35 AM | Link to this
Taylor FAn..I agree with every word you said except..I AM TAYLORS NO>.1 fan and I challenge you to a duel(taking out one glove right now, slapping you across the face, whack! you sir/mame are a cad!) hee hee..I just love to have fun. because I love people..Is that a Crime?
By Harmony372
May 17, 2006 10:39 AM | Link to this
my bad….Shaun, you deserved the props for your comment about the networks. RC, I was agreeing with you mentally about the “looks” factor and got confused….See I REALLY need to go to work! Shay…please refer to shaun’s post about the ratings effect. As for Fantasia…I’m actually a fan of hers. Liked her album and bought it. Didn’t like Rubens and bought that, too. My comment was that their management has been poorly handled. Everyone knows you get 15 seconds of fame and its up to you to extend that. That’s the difference between a one-hit wonder and longevity in the business. 19 entertainment doesn’t do a good job managing ANY of these artists! Winners or non-winners. That’s why I wish they would let loose the stranglehold they put on the contestants and allow them to maximize their own 15 seconds of fame. You’re right Fantasia is doing a lot of things….but they are not keeping her in the media (publicity), same with Ruben, heck….same with Kelly and Clay, initially, until they extricated themselves from 19’s control. IMHO, Bo Bice threw last years competition so he wouldn’t be enslaved to them. And I was happy for it! Carrie is a nice girl with a good voice who was VERY marketable. They got what they wanted….and their doing the same this year with Kat. But as its been said earlier, back in the day (damn…i’m old saying a line like that) your looks were not your selling point. Your voice was! And if AI is truly a singing competition, then let the voices win out! Paris, Chris, Mandisa, Elliot, even Taylor! But these mediocre voices (a la Britney Spears) just because they appeal to the young heterosexual male being given preferential treatment (an earpice to stay on pitch during acapella portion only?!?!) give me a break!
okay calming down i’m really gone this time. I’m the boss but their gonna fire ME! LOL! :o)
By RC
May 17, 2006 10:42 AM | Link to this
Yo MikeS
You make it to the office yet? Lol…heard the traffic up there can be a pain………
By Texas
May 17, 2006 10:43 AM | Link to this
**If Kat wins this year, I just can’t watch anymore. She’s too cheesy to be an American Idol. She needs to be in theater only. Chris D. should have won hands down. He really is the most marketable. The voters must have been asleep or had some wierd stradagy which obviously back fired. Out of the 3 left, I really love Elliott’s voice the best but Taylor is great and I would buy his CD too. All I can say is It’s all I can do to not get sick when I watch Kat. Plus she has messed up the songs every week for the past three weeks. Yuck, please don’t vote for that camera suck up.
By Msteven
May 17, 2006 10:45 AM | Link to this
Martha My last posts are shorter because I have already unloaded my thoughts therefore I dont have as much to comment on. I do get excited though because I have so much in me to say :-). I am an english major grad. and Always made 100s because I never ever wrote a short essay..hee hee..sorry for the rocky reading..my bad. i will try to space evenly..and clean up the run on sentences..when i was a child i was the kid who folks always said..Shut up! or you sure talk A-lot..but I will entertain you.lol..i am rarely lost for words as you can see! Now Taylor Fan and Jex..I challenge you both to a duel! I AM TAYLORS NO.1 bLACK FAN!..LOL..This Man is so full of Entertainment its Amazing..Ok, my fellow No.1 Taylor fans..Name Any other artist Today or otherwise who Made Your Heart Smile and PUt a big wide grin on your face..in the past 20 years? Black or White? Michael Jackson used to make us all smile until he lost his identity and became a Cartoon and a Ghost! I still love Mike, but Only because I remember the Original little 11yr old Power house Performer. After Thriller I didnt know who he was anymore(dont think Mike did either). Taylor is No Mike(dancing or singing) But he is Clean, Fun. He could perform Anywhere..at a school, a bar, a nightclub, an amusement park, old folks home. the man is Unique. and thats putting it mildly.
By Tracey
May 17, 2006 10:46 AM | Link to this
Sorry MSteven, that was all in joking. I think it’s great that we can get excited about certain people….I understand how you took my comment the wrong way, without any background it sounded critical & prejudice & I apologize for that. I am always laughed at about my “obsession” with Idol, and I am a 43 year old professional woman…my 3 teenagers think it’s hilarious that the world has to stop when AI is on! But hey, it lightens up this old stressful world and life in general. Keep up your passion and love for people. And I have to admit, although he annoys me with his “soul patrol” chants, I’ve felt all along that Taylor would win this thing….that coming from an Elliott fan, I always tend to route for the underdog, the one who’s had it rough. Peace.
By shaun
May 17, 2006 10:47 AM | Link to this
ken, sorry, I just got a quick snippet of her, all I saw was a face shot too, I guess i better watch before I comment.
By 482
May 17, 2006 10:49 AM | Link to this
Msteven is a f*
By bj
May 17, 2006 10:49 AM | Link to this
I have been waiting this entire season to hear Taylor sing a Joe Cocker song and he knocked it out!!!! What a great job! He is our winner, folks.
By Chuck E.
May 17, 2006 10:51 AM | Link to this
scoot,
here’s a url with information on Randy’s Journey career:
http://www.journey-zone.com/Sections/Band/Journey/jackson.htm
If that doesn’t work just Google Randy Jackson Journey
By Corey
May 17, 2006 10:51 AM | Link to this
Although I know Taylor will win. I don’t think he is going to sell a lot. I think he will make most of his cash on the road. He’s entertaining to watch, but I don’t hink I could listen to 10-12 songs of him.
Finally, Elliott…I’m glad he made it this far and I would be the first in the store to buy his cd. But I have a feeling that tonight is the end of the Idol road for him.
By GoGator
May 17, 2006 10:53 AM | Link to this
American Boob Job! Before she became an ‘American Idol’ wannabe, Katharine McPhee tried her hand at acting. TMZ has obtained a video. The ‘Idol’ star can be seen in the video rolling around on a mattress, getting a little frisky during a run-through. The video also shows McPhee referencing her chest, joking she paid $5,000 for each breast. Read more of this story and see the video at: http://www.TMZ.com
By Jex
May 17, 2006 10:53 AM | Link to this
Msteven, taylorfan, y’all meet me in the parking lot right now! We can settle this real quick.
And quite frankly, I wouldn’t dismiss the thought of marrying Taylor myself. He’s not bad looking and he would be a blast to hang out with.
By Msteven
May 17, 2006 10:55 AM | Link to this
Tracey
I except your apology. I am not angry and can understand why you said what you said. I just wanted to and others to understand that its been soooooo long since a person(male or female) made me smile like Taylor has. I have had some personal down moments in the past month and Taylor kind of makes me forget them for a minute and makes me Smile. Thats all I was trying to convey. Thats why I said I love him. In this world of sometimes saddness. Folks like Taylor is Just what we need, to Lift our Spirits..Even if they are a Little Crazy..LOL..Crazy But FUN! I know his parents and friends are Proud of him..and rightly so. Only thing I wish, I wish I Had the Crazy Talented Energy and ability to Make folks Smile laugh and Jump up and down as this Man..He derserves whatever good things coming to him, and more.
By alan
May 17, 2006 11:00 AM | Link to this
Lots of posts and took me a while to catch up. Some things to comment on.
Fantasia The reason why most people do not see Fantasia as being successful is simply this. You saw her on all the award shows (network Tv) and other places right after she won. Since then, her network TV time has been very limited pretty much only showing up on BET now. Kelly and Carrie (still under AI contract so that helps her) are showing up all over network TV and at various events. Of course Kelly is taking home all of the awards and having No 1’s after No 1’s. If you don’t listen to an R&B station you have no clue she is still on the earth as her music is not crossing over into the pop world. Yes Fantasia can sing but much like Taylor and Elliot her fan base will be very narrow. By the way this is a different alan than posted before. Notice I am alan not Alan
Kat haters Look folks. We all have different tastes. IMO I think the girl can blow. Much like Elliot she just needs some formalized training from the pro’s instead of mommy. Also AI the show helps the contestants with their performances and all of those sultry looks with the camera are rehearsed before the show. They tell you this on AI Extra. The girl has the looks and she shouldn’t be blamed for using it. Just because she is beautiful doesn’t mean she should have to wear none sexy clothes on stage. Ever been in a corporate office lately? The black dress and boots can be seen on probably 1000’s of women today sitting in their office.
Soul Patrol Ok I give the old gray hair credit. He was good last night. To those saying that he will not sale in records, come on, all AI winners have good first album sales. IMO I don’t think we will hear from much after the first album. He’s not R&B, Pop, Rock or Country. Not fitting into any of these molds really limits his success to a Las Vegas style singer which is very respectable and fantastic. He just may be the next Wayne Newton.
Yamins I can see why some people like him. However, his voice is not as strong as Kat’s and like Kat he still needs help. I just don’t think he should have made it this far. I think he should have been voted off the week of the top 5. If i could have voted this year he would have been voted off 7th and that would have left us with Chris, Taylor, Kat, Mandisa, Paris and Melissa as our top 6. Those are the 6 contestants in the final 12 this year that could have done something in the professional world.
IMO the final three this year is the weakest final three of all of the AI’s. Well maybe Season 1 and this year are tied. As whole the top 12 this year were the best but the final 3 somehow got really messed up.
By Msteven
May 17, 2006 11:02 AM | Link to this
LOL LOL>.JEX you are a riot LOL. Ok you can marry Talyor..on One condition..That he comes to Atlanta Atleast ONCE a YEAR for a Serious In the Park Concert under the Stars..Beach style..with plenty of refreshments and a Carnival(complete with rides, and clowns). I know YOU Wifes can Influence YOur husbands..so Please Make your new hubby Taylor Visit Atlanta for a Concert in the Park!
By Rita
May 17, 2006 11:03 AM | Link to this
Randy was with Journey for the Raised on Radio Tour in the late 80’s. Look it up on the web…the photos are hilarious!
By Msteven
May 17, 2006 11:05 AM | Link to this
482 So is your dad. But who cares?
By Shay
May 17, 2006 11:06 AM | Link to this
Wow! GoGator. That video was horrible. I mean she was fully clothed, didn’t curse at all, laughed a little and even rolled around on a piece of foam. That was the worse video I have ever seen in my life. No way should she be America’s next idol. This girl should be banned from ever recording in the industry! I am ashamed you sent me to that site.
By Deirdre
May 17, 2006 11:07 AM | Link to this
Sorry, life got in the way of my blogging. How dare it!!! When you think about it, 19 Entertainment can pick singers from any of the thousands of auditioners. They don’t have to wait for little ole us to vote. That’s the main reason I believe they don’t care who wins. They’ve got all these people anyway. If they decide to market Chris, they can. If they decide to market ANYBODY who auditioned, they can. They don’t need us to pick an Idol. They need us to keep watching!
By Msteven
May 17, 2006 11:07 AM | Link to this
Rita Your right..that Mohawk Randy was sporting while in Journey was Way over the Top!
By vin
May 17, 2006 11:08 AM | Link to this
Hi Everyone..wow..so much passion running in here today! MSteven…you are beloved my friend. We never know what thoughts you’re going to spread, but we can always be sure to be entertained! :-)
Linny-K..LOL!! wings, gurl, wings. The whole competition simply comes down to majority votes and to get overworked whether one person is better than another really is personal preference. I never saw much in Taylor until last night and I finally let myself enjoy him..I was so blinded by my favortism to Chris that it was easy to be critical of the others. This morning, one of the local radio stations played excerpts from last nights performances and to hear them on the radio was sooo different. Without seeing E-Train? I thought he sounded the best on the radio. But that’s JMO. He really is a funky white boi! :-)
By Gram
May 17, 2006 11:09 AM | Link to this
I hope they leave Taylor’s hair alone! (Rumor has it that they are darkening the grey a little each week.) That’s part of who he is. Leave it alone!!!
By Msteven
May 17, 2006 11:12 AM | Link to this
Your right Tracey..Taylor does get alittle carried away by Soul Patrol chants..lol.but like me..hes just excited!
By tony
May 17, 2006 11:13 AM | Link to this
Martha i would hardly call Ruben and Fantasia losers. Unfortunately, Ruben wanted to do gospel and is doing well at it right now. Fatasia’s album was a huge hit and the target audience was appreciative it was not some bubble gum album. She has to be one of, if not, the most vocally gifted winners. Oh yeah, where is the “self-titled” winner Clay?
By Gram
May 17, 2006 11:13 AM | Link to this
Well, if “baby momma/daddy” can be an “idol”, then Kat can. LOLOL
By Jex
May 17, 2006 11:15 AM | Link to this
Hey Vin! And welcome to the Taylor Appreciation Club.
I heard snippets on the radio too and thought Elliott sounded pretty good. Katharine made me cringe. One of the DJs commented that her voice made a certain body part shrivel up. lol
By Eve
May 17, 2006 11:16 AM | Link to this
Ken, Jex, T-Luv: You are all right that Danielle needs speech lessons. When she said “Shut your mouth and say it ain’t so” last week I was screaming with laughter. I still think she should win because she has the best overall look and she needs time to work on her speech, it will be very hard for her to do on her own because to herself she sounds normal. As for Joanie and Jade I think they are two of a kind, the only difference is Jade shows her true colors and Joanie doesn’t. Ever notice how Joanie makes comments about Jade and the girl who left last week when they aren’t around? Danielle just goes with the flow and mixes with all of them.
P.S. If Danielle is voted out 1st tonight, don’t be suprised if Jade takes it. You have to give her credit, if she drops the attitude and hardness she’s scales above Joanie (IMO).
By tony
May 17, 2006 11:17 AM | Link to this
is it me or did it seem like they really wanted Kat to be in the finals. Everyone watching this competition who is not being bias should agree that Elliott is the male’s best vocalist and Paris was best female. Now the songs they pick is another story. The finals should have been Taylor b/c of appeal and Chris because of appeal and talent. Kat should not have made it past no. 5.
By vin
May 17, 2006 11:18 AM | Link to this
Hi Jexy!! Well as they say, if ya can’t beat them, join them! LOL!!
By tony
May 17, 2006 11:19 AM | Link to this
Gram, it is not about what a person has been through, it is about what they are moving towards…also, i thought this was a talent exhibition and not a personal…
By Shay
May 17, 2006 11:20 AM | Link to this
Eve, Ken, Jex, Tluv, Danielle has not even tried to change her accent. Tyra would probably take a chance on her if she tried. She gave them hell about closing the gap and now she has this other obstacle to conquer. I think her time is numbered and if Jade has to go against Joanie on the runway, well lets just say, Jade will be America’s NTM.
By Msteven
May 17, 2006 11:20 AM | Link to this
Thanks for the love Vin.
Anylove I received Always Always Eclipse Any Hate..please explain that to 482 and others..and by the way 482..say my name, say my name! Love it when you talk dirty to me! gives me such a Rush! call me Some more dirty Names!
By Shay
May 17, 2006 11:25 AM | Link to this
we love you Msteven. Keep being yourself!!!
By vin
May 17, 2006 11:26 AM | Link to this
Hi Shay, GoGator..checked out the Kat video. Seems to be just an amateur film clip of her rolling around. But she was pushin those thangs up there! They looked bigger there than on the show…must have been fresh surgery! LOL!!!
By Deirdre
May 17, 2006 11:27 AM | Link to this
I think we’re all just worn out now, aren’t we? What a morning of blogging!
By Jex
May 17, 2006 11:28 AM | Link to this
To the ANTM fans - I won’t mind if Jade wins, but if she says *Thank you for believing in me” ONE MORE TIME…I will scream. I promise.
By Ken
May 17, 2006 11:28 AM | Link to this
That sucks shay.
By Superman
May 17, 2006 11:31 AM | Link to this
With every show, Randy and Paula show how really unneeded they are. Between them, they have about 5 different comments they mindlessly rotate out, usually at the wrong time.
On another note, one practical absolute in life you can bank on is that women will always be jealous of other women they perceive are more attractive than they are. Ninety percent of the women who do not like Kat would like her if they perceived that she was uglier than they are.
By Shay
May 17, 2006 11:31 AM | Link to this
vin, I was being sarcastic. The video is harmless IMO.
By Try
May 17, 2006 11:33 AM | Link to this
Ok, I have only seen one episode of ANTM this season. It just happened to be the one where they asked Danielle to get rid of her accent. I’m trying to figure out why. I don’t think her accent is the problem. She just needs to learn how to enunciate, and I may need to learn to spell. But can someone explain to me the big deal with the accent?
By Deirdre
May 17, 2006 11:33 AM | Link to this
Harmony, i tried to send you those keys but they came back. Email me so i’ve got your correct address and I’ll send them again.
By greg
May 17, 2006 11:36 AM | Link to this
i think all this aggression is the result of how bad idol was last night..did yall see paula falling out.
By Shay
May 17, 2006 11:36 AM | Link to this
Superman, I agree. Not necessarily talking about the women on this blog, because I only know how a few look, but I do believe that some women tend to be a tad bit jealous of Kat’s assets and only have negative things to say about her when in fact, she is beautiful with a nice voice. Not the best voice, but a nice voice!!!
By Deirdre
May 17, 2006 11:41 AM | Link to this
I didn’t think the show was bad at all. I thought everyone sang really well. I enjoyed most of the songs and was impressed with all three singers. Just because I don’t think Elliot should be in the final two, doesn’t mean I didn’t enjoy his performances, i just liked Taylor’s and Kat’s more. I thought they all proved that they belong there. I did miss Chris a lot!
By Eve
May 17, 2006 11:41 AM | Link to this
Shay - I agree totally about ANTM.
Try - Danielle’s accent would be a problem because the winner would be a spokesperson for Covergirl and that person would be seen and heard nationally and therefore would have to appeal to all not just one region (South).
By Jex
May 17, 2006 11:41 AM | Link to this
Try, you may be right. It’s not so much Danielle’s accent that’s the problem, but the tone of her voice along with not enunciating. She even admitted that she cuts her words off at the end.
I think she’s just a little too nasaly (is that a word?). But I think she would be okay if she just worked on her overall verbal communication.
By Try
May 17, 2006 11:45 AM | Link to this
I’m just wondering bc I think it goes back to the old stereotype. If you sound Southern, then you are ignorant. I just think Danielle has some other speech problems other than her accent. That’s the least of her worries.
But back to AI…LOL
By CL
May 17, 2006 11:55 AM | Link to this
Kat needs to say Good-bye tonight,Elliot did good. Taylor did wonderful like always.
By Harmony372
May 17, 2006 11:57 AM | Link to this
Whew! I’m back…made it into the office AND got some work done…now back to BLOGGIN’! LOL.
Superman…such a sterotypical statement. Now how would you feel if I said the ONLY reason the guys are voting for Kat is because of her assets. All women are not jealous of Kat. I can appreciate she’s a beautiful girl. Otherwise I couldn’t compliment her potential success on Broadway. But as music purist, I get annoyed by what’s happening in the industry today. Wannabe singers like Lindsay Lohan, Britney Spears, and the other girl…can’t think of her name (recent child actress turned pop singer) who don’t have TALENT but get by on their looks because the fit a mold that the industry believes is the only thing that sells. That’s why I watch AI (only after the dreaded audition weeks), to hear some really good talent that wouldn’t normally be seen on television because they don’t fit the MTV/VH1/BET mold.
By Scott
May 17, 2006 11:57 AM | Link to this
Well, I stayed true to my words and did NOT watch it last night. Just wasn’t interested. It’s not the same with Chris gone. I just loved to see him “bring it”
If it’s Kat and Taylor in the final, then I will vote like crazy for Taylor. Kat has had too many bad performances to win it all
By Jex
May 17, 2006 11:59 AM | Link to this
I thought it was absolutely adorable when Taylor got Paula to dance on stage via the Dancin in the Dark video. And how apropos.
And I didn’t notice her need for the double sided tape. But I can imagine that she would need it as she seems to be pretty well endowed.
By Deirdre
May 17, 2006 12:03 PM | Link to this
Harmony, I don’t watch much of the first auditions either. I can handle the bad singing but I don’t approve of them using 16 and 17 year olds, who can’t sing, for our amusement.
By itsme
May 17, 2006 12:06 PM | Link to this
Think I’ve finally figured out what I don’t like about Katharine and to some extent Taylor and Elliott, too. They approach the songs kinda like a business, rather than understanding and communicating the lyrics and spirit of the song. A good example was Taylor’s Try a Little Tenderness. I did enjoy the performance, but Otis Redding’s version was so much deeper. You really felt like The Big O knew what he was singing about from personal experience. Maybe that’s what lacking… life experience. Anybody else feel that way?
By pj
May 17, 2006 12:09 PM | Link to this
PJ is da house!
Didnt have a chance to blog last night since I was voting for two hours. I voted 3 times for tay tay and many times for elliot. Elliots line was non stop busy for the first hour then about 10:30 or so I got in every few minutes….that has me worried. Especially the DIAL IDOL predictions. Tonight will be a nail biter no doubt. Especially having to wait an hour to find out who gets the boot. I think Kats only good song was Over the RainBow…the rest I didnt like. I dont know if that song will pull her out of the 2 past weeks. I just hope the train keeps rollin till next week. If not my vote is Taylor.
By Mac Music
May 17, 2006 12:10 PM | Link to this
Hello, Jex— i have to agree with you on ANTM If Jade says to the judges one more time “thank you for believing in me” ok that is getting so worn out. Jade is still fake. She does take good photos, however she is really robotic about everything. AI- Taylor is going to be this years winner. I do not believe Kat/Elliott has a strong enough fan base to over take him. If Kat stays or Elliott they are only prolonging their trip home. Taylor will win —
By brownthrasher
May 17, 2006 12:14 PM | Link to this
Based on what I saw and heard last night, Taylor should be this year’s Idol. I was not impressed with Kat and Elliott just doesn’t do it for me but he is very talented and should make it in the record bsuiness. But I wish they would keep Kat off of the floor, it does not become her. I think she is doing a poor imitation of Fantasia’s stellar performance of Sumertime (when she masterfully song it from the floor). I still think this year’s Idol will not hold a candle to the previous winners. The raw talent was voted off much too early in the competition.
By Ken
May 17, 2006 12:14 PM | Link to this
If Jade wins it should be very interesting to see the reunion show on Tyra’s talk show.
By Jex
May 17, 2006 12:14 PM | Link to this
itsme, I don’t get that from Taylor at all. I think he just has a different way of expressing songs. Otis Redding was a very cool and mellow performer. Taylor is neither - he’s very energetic and animated when he performs. When he sang the lyrics “you’ve got to squeeze her” and he hugged himself and emphasized the squeeze, I felt the hug.
Now your girl Kat on the other hand, has the same expression on her face throughout the entire song of any song she sings. If she sang about her toe falling off, she would have that same sultry look and big smile on her face as she always does. That’s one thing she needs to work on - really feeling and delivering the emotions in her songs. However…I think she’s very pretty and I am NOT jealous.
By Harmony372
May 17, 2006 12:16 PM | Link to this
itsme….I SO feel you on that….if you check the top of the blog I had a FIT at midway through the Otis Redding song. I expected Taylor to do SO much better with that. And while near the end he was entertaining….I missed the FEELING Otis expressed in that song, which I thought Taylor would NAIL dead on. Instead, he seemed to be trying to prove something (probably because they wouldn’t let him sing it earlier in the competition) and it just came across all the wrong way. Entertaining, but not the intent/emotion of the song. There was NO tenderness in his ending. He actually scared me. But my hats off to Taylor, overall…he did what it took to win, unlike my boy Elliot. And now I may have to put up with Katherine in the finale as a result. sigh….I find myself missing Chris, too. and I wasn’t even that big a fan of his
By vin
May 17, 2006 12:19 PM | Link to this
Brownthrasher, that’s exactly what I said out loud when Kat was on the floor..she looked like she was pulling a Fantasia. Of course, no one will ever top that performance. I agree with an earlier post, Fantasia’s Summertime is the epic moment in IDOL history, followed by Constantine’s Bohemian Rhapsody. JMO.
By Jex
May 17, 2006 12:26 PM | Link to this
itsme and Harmony – I think you’ve got it wrong. Try a Little Tenderness is directed at men. So it shouldn’t really be tender. And at the end when Tay Tay has a fit, it’s like he’s emphasizing the message Try A Little TENDERNESS da**it! I got it.
By Try
May 17, 2006 12:26 PM | Link to this
Brownthrasher, that is exactly what I thought about Kat when I saw her on the floor. I felt like someone advised her to do that because they know that Fantasia did that on “Summertime.”
By TLuv
May 17, 2006 12:27 PM | Link to this
ROFL @ Jex. I’m with you on the “Thank you for believe in me” comment. She is soo fake. She only says that because she knows how close she is to going home.
The Danielle accent situation is something I don’t understand. They made provisions for her to close her gap but they didn’t get her a dialect coach. It’s stupid. Overall, Danielle is the best. She has true natural beauty and a great personality. Everyone loves her but they can’t get past the accent. But I’m trying to figure at what point did Tyra or anyone else pull her aside & say “I’m going to help you.”
Shay, Danielle has tried to work on her accent. Even Joanie said she has (you know they’ve become good friends). Unfortuantely, it’s not easy for her to just turn it off & on.
By brownthrasher
May 17, 2006 12:27 PM | Link to this
I had only one other comment … about Fantasia not being a success. It depends on whose eyes you are looking through. If anyone can overcome and abusive relationship, having a child much too soon, not knowing where her next decent meal will come from and maybe even not even knowing how to drive and win a nationally televised competition - I’d say that spells succes. Success is not measured in money or record sales or even popularity. Success is when you can beat the odds and turn a troubled and desperate life into a SMILE. Fantasia’s life stoy will be airedo n Lifetime and Fantasia is playing HERSELF. That’s what I call success and she will remain one of my favorite Idols, regardless of how many records she sells or who her limited audience might be.
By pj
May 17, 2006 12:28 PM | Link to this
I dont Kat performance on the floor was not flattering for her. She has already done the floor performance at least once this year and its getting a little old. It would be great if people could come up with something original and not copy others……I found Taylors You are so Beautiful and awesome song choice. As well as Elliot 2nd song. I was shocked by what Simon said. I didnt think he was going to like it. Simon for the most part is right on the money.
By Harmony372
May 17, 2006 12:30 PM | Link to this
brownthrasher….you reminded me of something I thought last night during Kat’s OTR performance. She WAS copying Fantasia…and Bo Bice and Clay, all at once. I remember thinking she took Fantasia’s Summertime (on the floor), Bo’s acapella (damn, what was that song he sang) and Clay’s Solitaire (spotlight shining directly down on her head) to come up with that performance. Now, i think it was good…but a total copycat of staging. Be original!
By Mac Music
May 17, 2006 12:32 PM | Link to this
I do have to agree with the other bloggers regarding the talent level left on AI. I truely believe that previous years have had better talent. The probelm once again is that most of the better singers have been voted off to early. ie … Chris, Mandisa, Paris Chris was the best hope of AI truly having someone to market. Chris however had to much talent to stay under the corny raps of the AI contract. I am very interested to see how Talyor will do with the way AI markets, and produces the AI winner. It will be very interesting to see how they will do with him.
By Deirdre
May 17, 2006 12:33 PM | Link to this
UUUMMMM! The idols don’t stage their performances. The director does that. If any copying is going on, blame the director. he knows what has worked in the past and uses those ideas again.
By brownthrasher
May 17, 2006 12:37 PM | Link to this
I think Simon was just trying to make the best of an already messed up situation. He was expecting some others to be in the finals and he is keeping his comments neutral. The only comment that I think he erred on was when he said that Kat’s Rainbow was the best vocal of the night. I disagreed with that. Paula makes me sick with her comments, she needs to go back to the Lakers Cheerleading squad and she never could sing. Randy usually gets it right. Regardless, its all show busines and the only ones who really make money from AI is Simon, since its his baby, and FOX.
By Jex
May 17, 2006 12:38 PM | Link to this
One thing about Fantasia’s floor performance vs. Katharine’s – I think Fantasia touched everyone with her song. I was stunned because I am not a fan of hers, but the chile took that song and made it hers!
Kat’s performance on the other hand was debateable - bad for some, ok for a few a good for…maybe two people.
Just like on ANTM, if you’re going to copy someone, you have to do it better than they did or what’s the point?
By mikegadawg
May 17, 2006 12:41 PM | Link to this
Mac Music, it will be interesting to see what AI producers do with Taylor…..one thing is for sure,they will market his first cd and it will sell well because of his novelty and personna. doubt it will produce many big commercial hits and i doubt they will keep him around for a second cd. but they will do what they have to do with an “AI winner”.
By smason
May 17, 2006 12:43 PM | Link to this
Taylorhas more energy then my 4 year old…and that’s saying something. Not enough to really pump the night…but enough to get my feet tapping. He is very good at underselling the song, which works well when the others oversell.
Besides, I keep thinking of Simon saying he was frightened of Taylor winning (during the audtions)because the Leno would be interviewing him…..I thought then wouldn’t be great if Taylor won? Simon also told Taylor that Randy and Paula wouldn’t let him in the final 24…is this reverse pschology of some sort? WOOO HOOO….I wanted a Chris/Taylor show down as much as the rest of you. I wanted Chris (who’s records I would buy) to be #2 and Taylor to take it all—-if only to aggravate Simon!
By Msteven
May 17, 2006 12:44 PM | Link to this
Thanks again for the love Shay..I feel like I am 50ft tall :-)now..One Can Never Get enough love..and I really DO LOVE People..all colors,races,shapes,..all sizes..all cultures!..and some animals even..however I draw the line on certain reptiles, like gators and crocks hee hee..lately they been Praying on us humans and that aint cool!but then again, they Were HERE first.
By AIsuxin06
May 17, 2006 12:45 PM | Link to this
I’m taking wagers that Katherine will have a wardrobe malfunction next week in order to secure her win!!
She can sing and she darn sure looks good, but I wouldn’t watch her in concert or buy her album!! In fact, if she doesn’t win, she should try to get an acting gig first and then release her album. I would definitely watch her on a TV show as long as the puppies were out and about!!
Elliott did not do what he needed to: he needed to blow Taylor and Kat off the stage and he fell short of that. Taylor is entertaining in these 90-second performances, but I sure as shootin’ wouldn’t want to sit through an entire set of him. Taylor is going to win this…it’s a done deal. Just think, he wouldn’t have even been eligible for AI in the prior seasons…talk about carpe diem!!
By Harmony372
May 17, 2006 12:45 PM | Link to this
D, why do we keep butting heads today?? The contestants DO have input into how their performance is staged. Chris picked having guitarists flank him on the Bryan Adams. Kat chose to be on the floor with the drummers during “Black Horse”.
By Deirdre
May 17, 2006 12:46 PM | Link to this
Good for maybe two people, Jexica? Are you referring to just the people here on the blog cuz I saw 3 judges last night and a whole audience standing up and cheering when Kat finished SOTR. And, even if you are referring to just the people on this blog, there have been a lot more than just 2 of us who thought it was beautifully done. Even some of the die-hard Kat haters have admitted that it was good.
You know, everybody, telling us what’s wrong with the other singers doesn’t do anything to make us like your favorite more. They are all good. Personal preferences! I like Taylor and Kat. You like Elliot and Taylor! Fine! Great! If we all felt the same way this blog would be totally boring. But why do we feel the need to rake the other singers over the coals just to prove that our favorite is better? That never works!
By mikegadawg
May 17, 2006 12:47 PM | Link to this
Jex, KAT good for two? try in the top 3 and gonna be in the finals….that would equate to about several million. LOL Nice try.
By mikegadawg
May 17, 2006 12:50 PM | Link to this
Harmony, u on break from the AI production office?? LOL It is all staged and directed. These kids have no say if any. they are bound to what they are told, just as tite as tho AI contracts they sign. Get real.
By Jex
May 17, 2006 12:51 PM | Link to this
Uhm, Deirdre…I was just kidding. This really isn’t that serious.
By Wanda
May 17, 2006 12:53 PM | Link to this
Bottom line..Elliott is gone tonight, Last two Taylor and Kat. Kat takes it all. Although was has been a little pitchy the last two weeks. Throughout the season she has been constantly in the top two. She is beautiful, classy, and has the right package to be the next American Idol… You go girl…
By vin
May 17, 2006 12:54 PM | Link to this
MacMusic..totally agree. Many of us picked a Chris/Mandisa finale early on in the season and we get??? I’m sure Simon is plucking his eyelashes over this one.
By Deirdre
May 17, 2006 12:55 PM | Link to this
Of course they have input, Harmony(I like butting heads and I like you, too) but they don’t make the decisions. Kat picked the drummers but she didn’t stage the song. She talked about it during an interview with a local LA station. There was a lot of discussion about how she should interact with the drummers. They tried her on her feet, dancing around them but that was a bad camera shot so they put her on the floor. She may have decided to get on the floor last night because she was highly praised for her song the first time she did it. They have no control over what the lighting will be or the backdrop. They make suggestions which are followed sometimes and vetoed others. The director has the final say on how the songs will be staged.
By mikegadawg
May 17, 2006 12:56 PM | Link to this
Amen Wanda! I’d agree with u…..but as much as i love KAT, I think Taylor will win in the end with his novelty act.
By JD
May 17, 2006 01:00 PM | Link to this
Msteven, you’re the man. Mikegadawg, when are you and Kat getting married? I hate it for you, but she will not win AI. However, you can hear her on Broadway with Diana DiGarmo. I liked her just fine until I had to hear all your comments the past two weeks. She could have sang B-I-N-G-O and you would have said she was the best and the others were terrible. You are definitely a 26 year old in dire need of a woman.
By Deirdre
May 17, 2006 01:04 PM | Link to this
I’m sorry, Jex, you’re right…I’ve found myself a little annoyed by the personal attacks on each of the contestants. For example, Kat’s boots last night have been referred to as stripper boots but how many times have you seen that outfit on TV or, as someone else said, in your office and thought the wearer looked nice. Elliot is frequently slighted for his appearance, as if it makes him a lesser singer, Taylor is called spastic and old in an effort to explain why he shouldn’t be the next Idol. Didn’t mean to land on you but the negativity in here has really gotten to me today, I guess.
By tdawg1137
May 17, 2006 01:05 PM | Link to this
I think that Taylor will win it all. I saw him in a bar in Atlanta and he put on a great show. I think to appreciate him you have to see him perform live. He doesn’t have the main stream power of a lot of bands but he HAS ENERGY and LOVES what he is doing and it shows.
By vin
May 17, 2006 01:07 PM | Link to this
Hi Deirdre…let me put a smile on your face :-) At least it’s sane in here, if ya know what I mean. (wink)
By mikegadawg
May 17, 2006 01:10 PM | Link to this
Sorry, JD…..I am taken by another beautiful young lady, but i can appreciate another beautiful talented female singer….in KAT. Oh, I dont think KAT will win out (never said she would), Chris was my favorite! But with Chris gone, Im supporting my second fave over those other two Vegas acts that are left. And she can sing BINGO , Happy Birthday or anything she cares for me anytime!! I think u guys underestimate how good and commercial KAT is and will be…..with studio production.
By Deirdre
May 17, 2006 01:11 PM | Link to this
I’m really starting to feel like the idols didn’t have to sing at all last night. We have all chosen our favorite and nothing anyone else does during a performance will change our minds. Maybe they should just open up the lines next week and let us vote without putting on the show. Of course, they wouldn’t make any money that way :)
By Jex
May 17, 2006 01:11 PM | Link to this
No problem Deirdre. I knew something was getting to you. Nuthin’ but love for you!
Katharine sucks by the way.
Just Kidding! LOL,
By Deirdre
May 17, 2006 01:12 PM | Link to this
Yes, Vin, that’s the best part about today!
By Try
May 17, 2006 01:19 PM | Link to this
Deirdre, I’m not trying to be rude, but if we all just agreed that they are all good singers, this blog would be very boring. I like the debate. I appreciate other people’s opinions. I think the more we get down to details for each one we see why people vote the way they vote. We have to agree that most people do not vote for talent. They vote for who they like.
By Jex
May 17, 2006 01:26 PM | Link to this
Try, that was rude.
By Shay
May 17, 2006 01:30 PM | Link to this
That’s the Deirdre I like! You are so right. I love a good controversial topic. You go girl, I mean lady! Folks, you don’t have to like every contestant on the show. Vote for YOUR favorite. There isn’t something wrong with everybody that you don’t like. Accept that and stop trying to make everyone else see flaws in the other contestants. Some of us like Elliott, some like Taylor and some like Kat. That’s why they are the top 3. Kat’s boots or Elliott’s hair has nothing to do with their voice or performance. So what she is trying to look sexy. She’s 21 years old. Let her be sexy. Perhaps if she wore a trench coat on stage and cap with dark shades, she would sound better. Please! Referring to her boots are hooker boots is a tad bit over the top IMO.
By pj
May 17, 2006 01:30 PM | Link to this
I appreciate the fact that all of have different opinions….isnt that what a BLOG is for???!!! Sharing our views and opinions. When ever I comment others and mention things I dont like about other singers and things I like about others is in no way me trying to push my views on you….I thought this had been all established long ago——the JMO movement. Its my opinion….you dont have to like it or agree. I love Taylor and Like Elliot and I dont care for Kat. JMO take it or leave it.
I do agree though that it can go from just opinions to name calling, racism and other things which is completly uncalled for.
By Jim J
May 17, 2006 01:31 PM | Link to this
August 2006 Headlines:
Tampa Star: Unknown Idol Melissa Still Unknown
L.A. Times: Lisa Tucker Stars At Disneyland
Rockingham Gazette: Former Idol Bucky A Hit In NC State Penitentiary
New York Post: Idol Finalist Kevin Covais Opens on Broadway
Nashville Times: Life After Idol- Mandisa Releases Gospel Album
Denver News: Former Idol Ace Headlines Gay Rights Festival in Downtown Denver
Albemarle Register: Mixed Local Reaction To Pickler’s Playboy Spread
Atlanta Journal Constitution: Idol Paris Stars as Cartoon Voice on New Animated TV Series
Charlotte Observer: Jilted Idol Chris Daughtry To Lead The New Motley Crew
Richmond Chronicle: Elliot Opens For Slim Whitman In Richmond Coliseum
Birmingham Post: Taylor Dislocates Hip In Vegas Stage Show; Drs. Say His Bones Appear To Be 57 Years Old
USA Today: McPheever Continues To Sweep Country; Critics Are Quieted By Idols Popularity
By greg
May 17, 2006 01:33 PM | Link to this
i guess i will bail because you guys probally dont trust me..have a good one vin and others.
By mikegadawg
May 17, 2006 01:35 PM | Link to this
Jim J! LOL U got it brother!! LOL
By Harmony372
May 17, 2006 01:35 PM | Link to this
mikegadawg, i’m repeating what i’ve READ elsewhere…the contestants are allowed input and suggestions with the staging. Now I do agree with Deirdre, the director has the final say and planning…but it has been stated by several contestants going back as far as Clay and especially when Fantasia sang Summertime that SHE chose how she was positioned on stage. If the director was coming up with this stuff alone, then that would be TRULY biased because why aren’t we giving all the contestants special staging and props. You can’t have your cake and eat it too…either the show is favoring contestants or they are not.
By Bubba
May 17, 2006 01:36 PM | Link to this
Talk about something that matters …. In a couple of years all three will be flipping burgers for McDonalds or cleaning someone else’s house to make a living. Good luck all of you losers.
By Jex
May 17, 2006 01:37 PM | Link to this
Oh no, pj. Why did you mention the ‘R’ word? Hopefully no one will notice.
La De Da… nothing to see here.
By Mac Music
May 17, 2006 01:37 PM | Link to this
I agree that no matter what happens from week to week on AI we will still vote for who are favs are no matter what. Look how long Pickler stayed around, and again another example— Kat. How can you have average performances for the last several weeks, and still be around ? Not to beat a dead horse, but until they do something about the voting system , we will always have a hit or miss AI winner. People vote 4 alot of reason’s. Has anyone noticed you have not heard Ryan mention anything about the ratings in the last several weeks ? I would like to know what they are from week to week. ANTM — i would like to see a male competition next year !!!
By pj
May 17, 2006 01:39 PM | Link to this
If the director was coming up with this stuff alone, then that would be TRULY biased because why aren’t we giving all the contestants special staging and props. You can’t have your cake and eat it too…either the show is favoring contestants or they are not.
good point harmony372
By Deirdre
May 17, 2006 01:40 PM | Link to this
Shay, you and I are definitely sympatico today. If I looked like Kat , I’d be dressing any way I damned well please and proud of it! If you got it, flaunt it! I would love to wear those boots. Anyway, all I’m saying is that each of these singers appeal to different tastes. I’d hate for everyone, including myself, to start screaming about conspiracy theories if our favorite doesn’t win (although I think Taylor has it in the bag, which is fine with me) They each have hundreds of thousands of fans. All those people are not wrong. They each have their good qualities and they each have their faults. Not one of these contestants has made it through the process without making some serious mistakes. Not one of them has gotten this far without doing something really good. Just saying…:)
By Shay
May 17, 2006 01:42 PM | Link to this
and with a name like Bubba, I am sure you know alot about flipping burgers…
By DAG
May 17, 2006 01:42 PM | Link to this
Maybe we’ll see Kat on Broadway but like tdawg1137 said that Taylor was seen performing at bar in Atlanta; he’ll be seen alot there, win AI or not.
By Lara
May 17, 2006 01:43 PM | Link to this
Deirdre - you are right, people have already picked their favorite to win….last night really would not have that much effect on it all. But if someone in my office wore that outfit with those boots, yeah, I wouldn’t think nice, I would think she was going straight to work after work - know what I mean? Just kidding with ya. I will say Katharine is a pretty girl and has talent, I just do not like her voice….
By pj
May 17, 2006 01:45 PM | Link to this
Sorry Jex……didnt know we were not allowed to say the “R” word….just like I was called an “Igget” and a “14 yr old” last week by some of the regular bloggers…….no hard feelings…… I understand some people dont really know others so they judge before they know the whole story….by the way this occured while the “MPD” was on the blog and people were jumpy.
By Jim J
May 17, 2006 01:45 PM | Link to this
The real deal is this: Clive Davis knows he can take Kat and give her good songs and have a star making money. With Taylor, he’s scared to death. Is his fan base just the AI audience who has signed up for the AI long haul? With Elliot, he could spend $25,000 for dental work and still not have a marketable personality. With Kat, men will buy her CD just because of a sexy cover shot.
By Martha
May 17, 2006 01:46 PM | Link to this
So, msteven, I don’t know what all the hooplah was about from people who thought you would squash me as you seem like a really nice person. We have a lot of similarities except I’m only black inside. I still do not share your love of the pseudo-soulster. Except for your lack of talent appreciation, I think you express yourself masterfully—as long as you keep it short.:)
By Harmony372
May 17, 2006 01:46 PM | Link to this
and Deirdre…you’re right…i was incorrect about lighting and stuff, but I really meant more about her being on the floor like Fantasia…or starting the song acapella like Bo. I’ve never heard the version she imitated last night…I’ve only known OTR to be sang with the music, not partially acapella. So when Kat started, I was sure she was doing a copycat of what Bo was praised HIGHLY for last season. THEN the band came in…THEN she took the earpiece out during a closeup. Overall, I loved her performance of that song, but she gave away a secret that should have stayed between her and the crew (that she couldn’t perform the song acapella AND stay on pitch without assistance). Not what I expect of the American Idol. That said….only reason I believe she should be gone doesn’t have anything to do with jealousy, or looking like a hooker (although I do believe she has relied on her sexuality, in a crunch, more than many others). I think she should go home because she had 1 in 3 good performances. Elliot had 2 of 3 good performances (though I could smack him for choosing such an obscure song). And Taylor deserves top billing because he rocked all three performances (even IF i didn’t like how he performed “Tenderness”).
Whew! Y’all wear me OUT! Time for lunch! :o) where’s linny? I haven’t seen her around today.
By Try
May 17, 2006 01:46 PM | Link to this
Do you think it was, Jex? If so, I’m sorry, but no rude intent was meant. I think it’s cool that Deirdre wants everyone to lighten up on the contestants. I was just saying that I like the debate. Sorry!
By Deirdre
May 17, 2006 01:48 PM | Link to this
I didn’t take any offense, Try, I’m always up for a good discussion(argument).
By vin
May 17, 2006 01:51 PM | Link to this
JexyGurl, LOL! Had to scroll back to see what word you meant. Yah-mahn!! Keep that one on the D/L!! :-)
Deirdre, exactly about personal preferences. Each of these three has something that has appealed to someone and, not just a few souls, or they wouldn’t be standing there today. I’m not a Kat fan simply because I’m not a blues person, but her wardrobe has always been a hot topic..from being too frumpy, too showing too much, etc. Personally, I loved the boots and she is from L.A. Fashionista Divas!
By Shay
May 17, 2006 01:52 PM | Link to this
pj, iggit isn’t a name. I think you have the meaning wrong. Now I have heard people say “iggit” as a nicer way of calling a person an idiot, but it means to “ignore” on this blog. We would never call you an idiot. That is uncall for. But someone may bave said to ignore a comment they thought you said was inappropriate for the blawg. But we would never call you an idiot. Never!
By Jex
May 17, 2006 01:52 PM | Link to this
Try, I was only kidding! Your post was well stated.
pj, I was kidding with you too. It’s just that the ‘r’ word always seems to pop up out of nowhere when we least expect it.
Maybe I need to get more serious. I don’t want to offend anyone.
By mikegadawg
May 17, 2006 01:52 PM | Link to this
Jim J, Finally some real world commentary. Amen!
By Harmony372
May 17, 2006 01:53 PM | Link to this
Jim J….$25K on dental work That was COLD! True, but cold!
By janie
May 17, 2006 01:55 PM | Link to this
Well hello Jim J - how are you doing? See the show last night?
Wonder if Taylor is going to sing again tonight..
By brownthrasher
May 17, 2006 01:56 PM | Link to this
JimJ, hahahahaha (lmao) - I like the Taylor comment about throwing hip out. The only one I did not find funny was about Bucky. Come on, you could have at least put him on the new Dukes of Hazzard.
By Martha
May 17, 2006 01:56 PM | Link to this
JimmyJ—Loved your news headlines!!! You got it pegged correctly on your last post. So, Elliot leaves tonight—right?
By Jim J
May 17, 2006 01:57 PM | Link to this
Harmony, you are way out of tune. Kat could pick a booger during a performance and men would think it’s sexy. And…. she has the only real singer’s voice of the top 3. Elliot has a fair voice, less than average looks, and the sympathy factor AI has created for him. Taylor has a good voice, the worst dance moves on the planet, and looks old. Kat has a great voice, great moves, a great look, and sexiness. She is so sexy she makes all women over 30 hate her.
By Try
May 17, 2006 01:57 PM | Link to this
Ohhh!!! I think my hormones are getting the best of me today. I thought that you were kidding Jex, but I am over-sensitive of offending people this week. Don’t mind me. I’m having issues…LOL
By Deirdre
May 17, 2006 01:57 PM | Link to this
Did anyone notice Taylor lost an earpiece during one of his audience runs a couple of weeks ago? And Chris snatched his earpiece off when it came loose as well. I think they are all wearing earpieces. I think Kat’s just came loose like Taylor’s and Chris’s and she didn’t want everybody staring at the thing hanging from her ear that looked like a really ugly earring. Don’t most performers wear earpieces now if the band is behind them?
By mikegadawg
May 17, 2006 02:00 PM | Link to this
Harmony, “not what I expect of an American Idol?” LOL u cant be for real? remember, this is an amateur talent contest. U got some major KAT envy. her hair is too curly or too straight? she smiled too much or she didnt smile enough? she sat on the floor or she should have stood up? she showed too much boob or well, heck u can never show too much boob. LOL bottom line is ur not going to like anything about her. But thats ok, cuz the other millions of us plus myself will have voted her thru to the finals.
By Mac Music
May 17, 2006 02:00 PM | Link to this
I can appreciate beauty from one women to another. I do feel that i am in good shape, and i work hard at it. Kat even though i do not feel you have a good voice. I can say ” Women who have it, should fluant it”. No matter what we wear men will always find something sexy about it. Kat can wear jeans and a T-shirt and they will find it sexy. Sex sells, and will always get you votes. Kat though you are on the wrong show. You should have tried ” The search 4 the next Coyote Ugly ” hey, it is not to late, the show is still going on.
By kimmy
May 17, 2006 02:01 PM | Link to this
Hey everyone! Wow! Busy today, I haven’t had time to read all the posts! I thought last night was great. I thought they all did well but, Elliot seemed nervous. I don’t get all the Kat love— yes, she’s pretty and can sing but I didn’t think she was fantasic, IMO. I loved Taylor of course.
By Jim J
May 17, 2006 02:02 PM | Link to this
Hey Janie, Janie! Yeah, I think Elliot goes home tonight. I won’t cry if he stays and Taylor goes.
Brownthrasher, alright I’ll give you that one. With a little dental work Bucky might parlay his Idol exposure into a hokey TV appearance or two.
By vin
May 17, 2006 02:04 PM | Link to this
Hi PJ! LOL!! Everything’s kool. Sometimes we just kind of have to roll with it in here. Things have settled down as you can see, except for everyone duking it out over who deserves AI title. I’m staying out of this one..had my eye capped too many times lately so I’m laying low.. :-)
By mikegadawg
May 17, 2006 02:04 PM | Link to this
Jim J…….u said everything I was thinking, but was afraid to post! LOL ur my idol blog hero!
By Deirdre
May 17, 2006 02:05 PM | Link to this
Jim…I’m way over 30 and I’m Kat’s biggest advocate on this blog. Let’s not be so stereotypical, ok?
By Jim J
May 17, 2006 02:07 PM | Link to this
Hey mikegadawg, can you give me two good reasons to vote for Kat?
Yeah, it’s obvious.
By Rodney Ho
May 17, 2006 02:08 PM | Link to this
If this is getting too long for you, I created a new blog item.
By Jim J
May 17, 2006 02:09 PM | Link to this
I know D, just fanning the flames……..
By janie
May 17, 2006 02:09 PM | Link to this
Hey Jim J where have you been hiding lately - glad you are here for the showdown….going to be a nail biter tonight. I’m thinking Taylor stands alone tonight and Kat/Elliot will stand together. Was not digging Elliot last night but Kat has such a great voice - just wish she would stand up or sit on a freaking chair.
By Harmony372
May 17, 2006 02:10 PM | Link to this
Harmony, you are way out of tune. That’s cute. 2pts for you, Jim. I agree to disagree with you. Kat could pick a booger and men would think it’s sexy, but young men (particularly the horny ones) are not the biggest consumers of PURCHASED music (note my stinction from illegaly downloaded) so that doesn’t automatically translate into sales. But I agree, Kat is the American idol by industry standards…that’s what I’ve been saying all day long (read the blog)…and I’ve also said that as a music lover, I’m tired of the offerings that the industry provides us. Kat needs vocal coaching…both Taylor and Elliot are better than her VOCALLY. I, for one, don’t get caught up in looks because artists aren’t going to be dancing around in my car while i’m driving, and I don’t watch the MESS on the video stations that is corrupting the minds of kids today. I’m going to LISTEN to a CD. I’d rather listen to Elliot’s voice hands down. I watch AI to HEAR good vocals, not get caught up in the visual. That’s why Simon (the best and most accurate judge) turns his head when they perform. He could care less what they look like. It’s about a RECORDING contract…how do they sound?
sigh….
By vin
May 17, 2006 02:12 PM | Link to this
KimmyG!!! wazzup?! Lots of opinions in here today! Trying to voice mine as little as possible! MSteven was hilarious in his earlier post about everybody having “one”. I think I finally became Taylor appreciative last night..still wish it were Chris..but that’s old news now.
By Jim J
May 17, 2006 02:14 PM | Link to this
Hey Janie. I was just laying low trying not to get shot in here the last couple of weeks. Glad you’re here. And as for the floor deal, I think she is either smart enough to know or is being coached real well: it’s a man thing….. we like to see her down in the floor. What you think, mikegadawg?
By Deirdre
May 17, 2006 02:14 PM | Link to this
Jim….you’re flame-fanning days are(or should be ) over. Be a good boy while I go run some errands. I don’t want to hear about you starting any fires while I’m gone.
By Shay
May 17, 2006 02:15 PM | Link to this
I don’t think all women over 30 hate Kat because there are some women over 30 that look better than Kat. People have their own opinions when it comes to looks. Some feel if you have it, flaunt it as long as it is not to much. I am in that boat. Others are a bit more conservative and think that you should cover it all up. My point is this, yall act like the girl comes out on stage in a bikini every week. She can’t help the way her body is made. She has breasts and a butt and that’s that. Let her enjoy her youth. I love it when she dresses up. Makes her look classy to me. Not a hooker!
By Chuck
May 17, 2006 02:16 PM | Link to this
As for the idea that Fantasia’s Summertime is somehow the pinnacle of AI performances….That is absurd! Clay’s Bridge over Troubled Water from the S2 finals and Kelly’s A Moment Like This from the S1 finals are head and shoulders above anything else ever performed on the show.
By vin
May 17, 2006 02:16 PM | Link to this
Thanks Rodney. KimmyG!!! Let’s move over! This blawg has major drag from numerous posts!
By mikegadawg
May 17, 2006 02:17 PM | Link to this
Jim J, LOL I think Kat would sound great if she were lying flat on the floor. if thats what u mean? LOL
By Jim J
May 17, 2006 02:18 PM | Link to this
Harmony, this is America and you are entitled to your opinion. Even when it’s wrong. Anyone who really listens knows Kat has a great voice. Taylor has a distinctive voice. Elliot has an average voice. And as for Simon not watching the babes…..where have you been? I’ll bet you Simon has coached Katherine to get down in the floor just because he bloody enjoy’s the show!
By pj
May 17, 2006 02:18 PM | Link to this
its no prob….I wasnt sure on the meaning of Iggit so I guess that explains it……I wasnt mad, I was just saying people judge awefully fast sometimes.
Also about the ear piece thing with Kat last night….I noticed she took it out when the music came into back her up….so I was wondering if maybe it was a way to help her block out certain noises and keep her on key while she accapela….also Taylor took his ear piece out once he hit the stage so I was wondering if maybe it was to help him hear the music while he was in the audience with the Jailhouse rock last week…just a thought.
By janie
May 17, 2006 02:19 PM | Link to this
That is funny Jim J - typical men - I would think anywhere was more like it. :)
Who is the original singer of “When a Man Loves a Woman”? I remember Burton Cummings singing it???
By Harmony372
May 17, 2006 02:19 PM | Link to this
mikegadawg, trust that I have NO Kat envy whatsoever. Unlike many, I can offer constructive critiques of EVERY contestant even IF they aren’t my favorite. I’ve said numerous times I think Kat’s a beautiful girl, with a good voice that needs more training. She’s too pitchy…she sings songs on which she KNOWS she can’t hit the notes…she’s overall most inconsistent. Note I said MOST…they’ve all been inconsistent, but Kat is the one left who is MOST inconsistent in her performances. As for Idol being an amateur contest, you’re right…and we’ve SEEN other amateurs in this contest over the years (and THIS season) with more TALENT.
By Jim J
May 17, 2006 02:26 PM | Link to this
Harmony, I’m sorry I must have missed it. Which record label do you work for? Deaf Jam? Um hmm………..
By Boo
May 17, 2006 02:26 PM | Link to this
I said from the beginning that Taylor reminded me of a modern day Joe Cocker. Joe Cocker was almost spastic, he had so much soul. I really enjoyed Taylor singing Joe Cocker and Otis Redding’s songs. It brought back old school memories. I thought Taylor outshined everyone last night, although my favorite has always been Elliott because he is so soulful, too, but does not bring to the table any rythym to move to. I would like to see Taylor in concert, but I don’t think Kat or Elliott could hold my attention at a concert, but Taylor surely could. I would be like Paula, the one dancing to the beat. This is the best season so far or at least the most exciting.
By Babs
May 17, 2006 02:27 PM | Link to this
Hi Vin! Hi Deirdre! Dang, good blogging today and just who is this Rosie person calling me out at 8:29a this morning? Babs and other Chris fans, open up your eyes, Chris is not there any more because his fans let him down by not voting,you cannot assume some one will win and thats what happen,even he said that, so stop and suck it up.
Hey Rosie — not only did I vote a kajillion times for my beloved Chris last week, in the last 15 minutes of voting, AI had him change the message from “This is Chris, thanks for voting for me”, to “Babs, this is Chris and you ROCK for logging the most number of votes here tonight not to mention all season.”
Plus, I did preface my Chris post with “let me be the first to beat a dead horse”. Maybe Rosie thinks I abuse animals? Geesh — I know what you’re going through today, Deirdre — keep up the sound advice on those left standing…I am guilty, however, of being one of those who cannot see any talent left in the competition — I only had eyes for Chris. So last night I voted for Elliot (hahahahahaha - go figure).
By mikegadawg
May 17, 2006 02:28 PM | Link to this
now harmony, come on now, just admit u have a little KAT envy. just a teensy bit, right? I mean, come on, u even used bolded font in your last post.
By Msteven
May 17, 2006 02:29 PM | Link to this
Martha I AM a nice person. However, I do have a DARK side if I am attacked. I dont know about squashing you or anyone else but I CAN come up with words you probably wouldnt want to encounter. But Only in defense. As for my lack of Appriecation for Talent. Again. Your opinion. As for your dislike for Taylor. Its a free country last I checked. Still I am probably One of the Nicest persons you Will Ever ecounter in your life.(yup I will toot my horn on that) ;-)
By janie
May 17, 2006 02:29 PM | Link to this
Jim J - you are on a roll today! DEAF Jam - that is good!!
By Jim J
May 17, 2006 02:29 PM | Link to this
We are approaching 600 posts on this thread. ( That’s counting Harmony’s) I think I’ll click on the new page so it will be quicker. See you there, Janie?
By vin
May 17, 2006 02:32 PM | Link to this
Hi Babs!! You’re fired up, huh? Sounds like you’re holding your own with the yanks just fine! LMAO!!! I voted for E-Train as well but I kinda figure Taylor should go ahead and contact a realtor for his new crib!!!
By Sherri
May 17, 2006 02:32 PM | Link to this
Dances like an EPILEPTIC? My daughter has epilepsy! Couldn’t you have found a better way of saying what you were trying to say? As for “Old Man Taylor”; he has more talent in his little finger than any of the rest…well except Chris. I really wanted a Taylor/Chris finale! Oh well…Go Elliot! Kat is good, but she still needs some time! Elliot is a natural talent. I could sing “Rainbow” better than her! Of course I’m way too old now!
By kph
May 17, 2006 02:33 PM | Link to this
This in response to a blog by Allan above that says Taylor will win but will be a failure ie. Ruben and Fantasia. Taylor has 2 albums out now and has performed with James Brown, Tom Petty, Jackson Browne, The drive by truckers and Robert Randolph. He has and is collaborating with Keb Mo on recordings and song writing. He is succesful now! but I guess you know talent more than the above mentioned performers. GO TAYLOR AND GO SOUL PATROL! KEEP THE VOTES GOING IN ALL THE WAY TO THE WIN!!!
By Jeff
May 17, 2006 02:35 PM | Link to this
Hate to say it…but I just can’t see Yamin advancing any further or gracing the covers of any future albums….looks DO matter!! Of course, I said the same thing about Clay, but Clay has a much better voice (and better teeth). Kat and Taylor in the finals !!
By Msteven
May 17, 2006 02:50 PM | Link to this
Sorry for the mis-spells but I am at work and doing this on a sly,:-) dont tell my boss! sometimes I dont have time to proof read :-( So SUE ME!
By Msteven
May 17, 2006 02:56 PM | Link to this
Sorry for the mis-spells but I am at work and doing this on a sly,:-) dont tell my boss! sometimes I dont have time to proof read :-( So SUE ME! Oh and by the Way Martha..if your looking for a short Post from me then You and Linus from Charlie Brown will be waiting up all Night for THE GREAT PUMPKIN! who as we All well Know dont exist. Dont hold your breathe waiting on a short post from me, my dear. You will turn Blue in the face before that happens :-) and I say that with Nothing but Love :-)
By Msteven
May 17, 2006 02:59 PM | Link to this
Janie
When a Man loves a woman would be a good song for Taylor..wow. forgot about that one!
By Babs
May 17, 2006 03:04 PM | Link to this
Hey Vin, yes - me 10 - yanks 0 (if you don’t count the revolving doors) hahahahhaha And as I’ve said, I’ll NEVER get over Chris’ vote-off (hear that Rosie???). So when DOES the ‘07 AI season begin??? tee hee hee Going to check Rodney’s other blog — taking a long time to post here…
By Boo
May 17, 2006 03:16 PM | Link to this
I didn’t know Taylor had performed with James Brown and Tom Petty!!! No wonder Taylor is “Get up off of that thang”!!! I guess he “rolled another joint”, too!! Ha. Ha.
By Msteven
May 17, 2006 03:20 PM | Link to this
Thanks JD! But I believe that title “THE MAN” comfortably Fits Taylor like a Glove..I am just his Humble Devote Follower :-) and Loving IT! He would Make some of the Know artists a little uncomfortable with his Crazy Energy! Cant Wait Until he Tours without the Other idols whom some Bore Me for their Lack of Showmanship. Many with the exceptions of Chris Mandesa Paris and a few others that Didnt stand out enough for me to remember their names :-/, just didnt MOVE me like those Mentioned above. And we wont even mention the Embarrassing Brittium Twins whom Embarrssed themselves and their Hometown!
By taylorfan
May 17, 2006 03:34 PM | Link to this
CALLING ALL TAYLOR FANS!!!
WHO’S UP FOR A VIEWING PARTY SOMEWHERE IN ATLANTA TO SUPPORT TAYLOR NEXT WEEK???
I REALLY DON’T WANT TO WATCH THE SHOW ON MY 20INCH TV BY MYSELF AT HOME!!!
By J
May 17, 2006 03:38 PM | Link to this
I would like to know why the women on idol are criticized in such detail?
By Boo
May 17, 2006 03:51 PM | Link to this
To Taylorfan - Depends on where everyone will meet. I work in Alpharetta and live in Gwinnett. Sounds like a lot of fun!!!
By Shari
May 17, 2006 03:53 PM | Link to this
Katherine did a great job on the Over The Rainbow song, but lets face it, her other performances were shaky. Elliot did very well and all three of his songs were in his voice range. Taylor was dynamic - Go Taylor!!!! Soul Patrol all the way baby!
By Shari
May 17, 2006 03:54 PM | Link to this
Katherine did a great job on the Over The Rainbow song, but lets face it, her other performances were shaky. Elliot did very well and all three of his songs were in his voice range. Taylor was dynamic - Go Taylor!!!! Soul Patrol all the way baby!
By Boo
May 17, 2006 03:58 PM | Link to this
To J - Kelli was my favorite. None of the rest of the girls were as good as the guys this year. That is all it is, the males are just better. I give a girl credit when it is due like Kelli. Kelli was the only female who had that “IT”.
By taylorfan
May 17, 2006 04:07 PM | Link to this
CALLING ALL TAYLOR FANS “WHO’S UP FOR A VIEWING PARTY SOMEWHERE IN ATLANTA TO SUPPORT TAYLOR NEXT WEEK??? I REALLY DON’T WANT TO WATCH THE SHOW ON MY 20INCH TV BY MYSELF AT HOME!!!”
I GUESS SOMEWHERE DOWNTOWN, OR MIDTOWN SOMEWHERE. IN THE MIDDLE OF THE CITY. uNLESS EVERYONE WHO WANTS TO COME LIVES ON THE THE NORTH SIDE. I LIVE IN DUNWOODY.
By randy
May 17, 2006 04:51 PM | Link to this
WHO CARES ABOUT FANTASIA?
By Mike
May 17, 2006 05:08 PM | Link to this
Has to be…..
Taylor Elliott Kat
NO WAY Kat should move on. One song and I do mean one song only should not move her into the finals!!!
By kim
May 17, 2006 05:27 PM | Link to this
I’m not able to catch up just yet and read all the posts, but I just wanted to get this off my chest…Elliott is still my choice, and has the best voice IMO. Even when the band tried to drown him out in his first song, that Clive Davis MIS-picked for him (it was not his genre…He didn’t pick R&B for Katharine). He still did well, though not his best.
And, moreover, I am disugusted by how Elliott is STILL being dismissed and disrespected by AI in general. If nothing else, if was DEFINATELY his turn to go last. But yet, they put him first AGAIN. Give me a break! How obvious can you be?!
Not to mention Clive just gloating over Katharine…and most over the top, Simon declaring her Rainbow performance as the BEST ever! She did well, but that was completely ridiculous. And she was such a wannabee biting off of Fantasia’s Summertime floor performance. Yeah, she was on the floor, but she was no Summertime. Get up already.
And most make-me-want-to-slap-somebody: Simon’s diss of Elliott at the end of his last performance…”You’ll make your mother proud”??? What?? That was uncalled for. Elliott has consistently hit it out the park on many of his performances (not to mention on difficult songs), and he’s been no less than “pretty good” on even an off day. And Simon says THAT? Simon misused his most-listened-to-judge influence on the public, and just lost my respect.
Go Elliott!!! Hold ya head up…either way…And again, let your haters be your motivators (as the dj said).
By gosoulpatrol
May 17, 2006 05:35 PM | Link to this
So I’ve been reading the blogs for several weeks now, and at times I share a lot of the comments and send them to many of my friends b’c they are the TRUTH and sometimes downright HILARIOUS! However - out of respect of all of the people who enjoy these reports each week, please stop referring to Taylor as “retarded” or “eplileptic”. I know this is supposed to be lighthearted, but it’s rather difficult to read it that way when you have a loved one that is actually retarded or has epilepsy. When you are comparing his moves to someone who actually suffers from either condition - it’s just not funny nor is it lighthearted. Sorry to be a downer. GO SOUL PATROL!
Let’s hope Kat remembers her words next week. :)
By keepingitreal
May 17, 2006 05:37 PM | Link to this
I have been a loyal reader of this blog, however have remained silent. I can remain silent no longer. I have been in the music industry as a producer/manager for 15-years and have been lucky enough to have had some great success in the industry. I am a loyal A.I. viewer and believe that the best talent has won each year. Regretfully, that will not be the case this year. For the first time, it will not be the winner or runner-up having the most career success. America should be ashamed of themselves, they have voted with their heart and not with their minds. Taylor Hicks will win the contest, but why? Although not talent-less, I see nothing more than a Wedding Singer. How can you take this guy serious? Soul Patrol? I love his enthusiasm, I would hire him in a minute if I was looking for someone to entertain at my Chirstmas Party, but the best talent? Keep a copy of this comment, Taylor will sell the fewest records of any Idol winner. Kat and Elliott will fall out of the public eye by the end of the Idol Live tour. If this trend continues next year too, A.I. will need to start worrying about losing viewers. When the 4th and 5th place finishers sell more CD’s than the 1st and 2nd place winners, it is not a competition an longer. I love the show, I look forward to next year’s tryouts, and I will enjoy the opportunity to sign the 4th and 5th plae finishers and sell A LOT of cd’s. If you’re a Taylor Hicks fan and would like to see him live, my wedding reception will be in early 2007.
By TRUTH
May 18, 2006 12:49 PM | Link to this
Katherine, please don’t try to do the Fantasia, there will never be another Fantasia.
You were not sexy and not becoming at all. Get up off of the floor and pack your bags. Taylor will be the next “WHO EVER IS VOTING IDLE”.