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8/25: New “Idol” judge Kara DioGuardi, Fantasia in Atlanta over the weekend (UPDATED)
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
I’ve decided to add this to the existing Fantasia item:
“Idol” is adding a fourth judge in Kara Dioguardi. This is the first time since season two that the show has fiddled with the judge lineup, which will otherwise remain the same with Randy Jackson, Paula Abdul and Simon Cowell.
This is the show’s first major move since executive producer Nigel Lythgoe stepped down.
I know nothing about this gal but based on a quick look on the Web, she appears to have an accomplished resume. She has produced work for the likes of Kelly Clarkson, Jessica Simpson, Kylie Minogue, Enrique Iglesias, Celine Dion, Clay Aiken, Hilary Duff, Britney Spears, Raven-Symone, Diana DeGarmo, Lindsay Lohan, Bo Bice, Pink, Jewel, Jesse McCartney, Paris Hilton, Katharine McPhee, Miley Cyrus, Avril Lavigne, Jonas Brothers and Christina Aguilera.
Here are two quotes from the press release:
“We are turning the heat up on ‘Idol’ this year and are thrilled to welcome Kara to the judges’ table,” said creator and executive producer Simon Fuller. “She is a smart, sassy lady, and one of America’s most successful songwriters. We know she will bring a new level of energy and excitement to the show.”
“We had originally intended for American Idol to have four judges,” said executive producer Cecile Frot-Coutaz. “We’ve seen from our international series that having a fourth judge creates a dynamic that benefits both the contestants and the viewers.”
There’s a press conference for her at 3 p.m. EST. I’ll create a fresh blog entry for that.
Back in season two, Angie Martinez started as a judge but quit during the auditions, saying at the time “it became too uncomfortable for me to tell someone else to give up on their dream, especially when I realized that many of them have supported my musical career.” Where did that career go by the way?
I caught a short set by Fantasia at the Atlanta Civic Center Saturday night.
She co-headlined with comic Rickey Smiley at the Atlanta Civic Center and proved what made her so appealing to a broad audience on TV. She looked and sounded much better than she did in the spring when she revisited “Idol” and was a hot mess to the point Simon Cowell looked downright dumbfounded.
While she’d revert to “screech” mode on her vocals on occasion, the inspired, energetic Fantasia turned the center into her very own church, capped by a tour de force version of “Free Yourself.”
And showing how connected she was with the audience, she spent almost as much time in the crowd as she did on the stage. She danced and laughed it up with the folks in the first few rows, who got their $94 worth. She even evoked a bit of “Idol” by doing a medley of old classics including “Tell Me Something Good” and a rousing “Purple Rain” that would have impressed the Purple One himself.
I was about 20 rows back and she was such a whirling dervish, it was tough to get good shots with my camera. Here’s the best one I got, of her in the audience:
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Comments
By Nana
August 25, 2008 4:34 AM | Link to this
Good rainy Monday Morning to All. Hope ya’ll had a great weekend and got lots of much needed rain. I know we did.
$94.oo a seat to see Fantaisa? Don’t think so. I didn’t care for her before and I care even less now. However, thanks Rodney for the pix and report. You do your job very well and we do appreciate all your efforts.
Hopefully, SC won’t make changes that will be harmful to AI. If he makes any at all, he may be able to improve ratings and have a better insight of what the public wants and then deliver. Only time will tell.
Gotta finish getting dressed for work as I have to leave in about 30, so I will chat with you all later.
Drive careful and be safe to those who have to drive.
By mike
August 25, 2008 6:27 AM | Link to this
Who really cares about Fantasia?
By booshie
August 25, 2008 6:29 AM | Link to this
Thats for the pictures and review. Fantasia is the truth on the mic.
Love her!
By A Fan
August 25, 2008 6:32 AM | Link to this
i ADORE Fantasia!….she’s talented and relevant….and worth $98 dollars a ticket…
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 7:17 AM | Link to this
Morning!
Thanks for the Fantasia pictures, Rodney. She looks a LOT better than she did on Idol this year.
We are absolutely soggy here. With luck, the rain is done for awhile.
By harrietth
August 25, 2008 8:23 AM | Link to this
Good morning! D, unfortunately, I saw the weather reports on early morning tv, and it looks like you—and we here in SC—are going to be in for much more rain. It is going to be a mess. But, I know Lake Lanier and others like it need the rain. Flooding is no fun, however. And, the rain certainly puts a crimp in my lunchtime walking for exercise!
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 8:31 AM | Link to this
harrietth..the rain is much needed, that’s for sure but it would be nice if we got a good downpour once or twice a week. At least the wind has stopped. My poor dogs keep trying to find a dry place to sit outside their kennel. I was going to clean out the dog room in my house today(used to be a sunroom but between the rain and the dogs, that name doesn’t fit anymore) However, with more rain in the forecast, I think I’ll find something else to do.
By Love Fantasia
August 25, 2008 8:34 AM | Link to this
With a name like Nana, who would expect you to like Fantasia? She appeals to the younger crowd, not grandma’s! Pull out the knitting needle and put on some Bing Crosby!
By kellyfan
August 25, 2008 8:35 AM | Link to this
Hi y’all!
Wow, $94 for Fantasia? Um, no. Granted, I was never a huge fan, but that sounds pretty expensive. Or is that just me?
The Bunny House Review: I honestly expected the movie to be horrible, but it was actually pretty funny. Anna Faris (The ex-Bunny) did a good job of selling the movie. It was sort of in the same vein as Legally Blonde. (I belive the same producers were involved.) Katherine wasn’t in a whole lot, but she was actually pretty strong in her scenes. It’s basically a mindless movie, but I laughed quite a bit.
By DawnH
August 25, 2008 8:46 AM | Link to this
Good morning everyone. How much for Fantasia? Well, if I read correctly, it also included a comedy routine. Still, $98 to make my ears bleed… At least she got rid of the fuschia hair.
Love - everyone’s opinions are welcome here - even yours. But I will say that with your attitude - it is no surprise that you are a Fantasia fan.
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 8:48 AM | Link to this
Love Fantasia…since I don’t remember Bing Crosby EVER being “screechy”, that sounds like a pretty good idea.
By Gabby
August 25, 2008 8:51 AM | Link to this
If you all had read the article, you would know that the $94 tickets are front row or close to the stage seats. As in all concerts, the closer you sit, the more expensive the ticket.
By On a Positive note
August 25, 2008 9:01 AM | Link to this
Let your haters be your motivators Fantasia…Keep smiling!
By Blkshepherd
August 25, 2008 9:05 AM | Link to this
This blog continues to crack me up..lol..folks always challenging some one’s opinion. Thats all it is, just Your opinion which everyone has. Some of you would not pay 98 bucks to see Fantastia..but would pay $200 and up to see Mily Cirus? Hananah Montana oh pleazzzzzzzzzzze! Would not waist five bucks to see either. Fantasia, I can see on Youtube. and hear all the screaming until my lil ears can bear no more. Forget all of these screamers today. Give me 60s and 70s artists..Heck I will even take Stephanie Mills from the 80s. That was the last of Real singers any way, and I would not pay 98 bucks to see her either. But then again..its YOUR money. Pay 10 grand to Hannah Montana..Mily..shes a freaking millionare and isent thinking about how much you spend. And although Fantasia isnt a millionare..she did not miss mine or your 98 bucks so save your hate-er-raid! it makes you look as if you have no life.
By gg
August 25, 2008 9:07 AM | Link to this
I was at the show, Row X (24 rows from the front), and I did not pay $94.00. She stayed in the audience, and made it to and sang near our row. Tasia was worth every penny. We were disappointed that she didn’t sing her latest hit “When I See You”, but her rendition of “Purple Rain” more than made up for it. I am 45 years old, and I would pay to see her again. She was great, and I do not know where all hating is coming from on this blog.
By Nana
August 25, 2008 9:12 AM | Link to this
Some days it just doesn’t do to state your opinion. And tell me just how one determines that your name makes you old and decrepit? Everyone has the right to state their OWN opinion, whatever it is. Besides, I don’t know how to knit, but maybe Love can teach me since (s)he seems to know so much about it!! And there is nothing wrong with listening to Bing.
I’m in top form today and ready for anything that is dished out to me, so posters beware!!!!! I will try to be nice and polite today, but……..
Thanks Dawn.
D: Have you gotten your Mom moved yet? As far as the rain here in metro Atlanta, we will have it everyday this week. Today 60% - Tuesday 40% - Wed 70% - Thurs 80% - Fri 70%. That is according to WSB-TV this morning. But you know how the predictions change.
By Ladilovely
August 25, 2008 9:14 AM | Link to this
**Fantasia, Continue doing you. They just mad becasue Kelly Clarkston can not charge $98 for a ticket. Her concert was canceled becasue of poor sales. Fantasia is a very talented singer and her stage performance is on point. Look at the positives in her life and help build her. Stop trying to break her down with your negative thoughts and comments.
PS. DawnH Everyone has an opinion but why do you think “Love Fantasia” had an attitude. She just made a comment. Stop trying to read between the lines and just agree to disagree.**
By Ladilovely
August 25, 2008 9:14 AM | Link to this
**Fantasia, Continue doing you. They just mad because Kelly Clarkston can not charge $98 for a ticket. Her concert was canceled becasue of poor sales. Fantasia is a very talented singer and her stage performance is on point. Look at the positives in her life and help build her. Stop trying to break her down with your negative thoughts and comments.
PS. DawnH Everyone has an opinion but why do you think “Love Fantasia” had an attitude. She just made a comment. Stop trying to read between the lines and just agree to disagree.**
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 9:15 AM | Link to this
Oh STOP IT!!! There’s no hating going on…we’re Idol fans! Didn’t Fantasia win Idol? Just because she isn’t our favorite Idol doesn’t mean we don’t wish her well. I’m not a fan of her voice but I certainly don’t hate her.
And the people here aren’t the be all and end all of musical criticism…we’re expressing an opinion which is obviously different from yours.
Jeez…I HATE that! :-)
By Ladilovely
August 25, 2008 9:16 AM | Link to this
**Fantasia, Continue doing you. They just mad because Kelly Clarkston can not charge $98 for a ticket. Her concert was canceled becasue of poor sales. Fantasia is a very talented singer and her stage performance is on point. Look at the positives in her life and help build her. Stop trying to break her down with your negative thoughts and comments.
PS. DawnH Everyone has an opinion but why do you think “Love Fantasia” had an attitude. She just made a comment. Stop trying to read between the lines and just agree to disagree.**
By Shaun
August 25, 2008 9:23 AM | Link to this
I love Fantasia. I was so proud of her for winning American Idol. I would have loved to see her and Ricky Smiley in concert but $94 was a lot to pay per ticket right now. I even considered the $71 seats. Hopefully she will come back for another concert.
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 9:25 AM | Link to this
Ladilovely…quoting Love Fantasia:
“With a name like Nana, who would expect you to like Fantasia? She appeals to the younger crowd, not grandma’s! Pull out the knitting needle and put on some Bing Crosby!”
She decided someone was old based on her name and the fact that she doesn’t like Fantasia. If someone did that to you, wouldn’t you consider it an “attitude”?
To all the Fantasia fans: We respect Fantasia and like her but she’s not on our list of favorites, therefore we get a little ‘snarky’ about her. Live with it! She’ll be just fine.
By real
August 25, 2008 9:25 AM | Link to this
The problem here on this blog goes like this
THEY ARE STILL UPSET OVER DIANA DEGARMO LOSING SO THEY LIKE TO HIJACK THE THREAD,they do it all the time when it comes to Fantasia; THEY ARE A BUNCH OF RACIST!
keep giving those FANTASTIC FANTASIA shows and i cannot wait for the next cd.
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 9:27 AM | Link to this
Is that you, Shaun or is that a new Shaun?
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 9:31 AM | Link to this
real…I didn’t like Diana all that much either. I pretty much didn’t like that WHOLE season…although a thought Jennifer Hudson was pretty good.
By Nana
August 25, 2008 9:34 AM | Link to this
In my post of 4:34am, I don’t think I said anything about HATE in it. I merely stated that I do not and have never cared for Tasia and that I would never pay that much for a ticket to hear her. I also thanked Rodney for the pix and reports on her as I realize that are those who do like her. I did read the entire report that Rodney wrote and know that the seats up close were the most expensive ones, as they always are for any concert. If I opened a can of worms on this subject, then, so be it. I will NOT apologize for stating my opinion. You know the saying, “Dammed if you do and dammed it you don’t.”
So enough bashing anothers opinion.
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 9:35 AM | Link to this
And ‘real’..BTW..that “racist” comment…Yawn. When a word is used too much it starts to lose it’s impact.
By Minnie
August 25, 2008 9:39 AM | Link to this
For the people who do not like Fantasia go to another board and spew your hatred. My goodness if you don’t care for her why bother writing anything, particularly if you didn’t go to the concert. You unhappy, self-righteous, know-it-all’s kill me. IF YOU DON’T LIKE HER—FREE YOURSELF AND SKIP THE ARTICLE’S, YOU TUBE OFFERINGS AND OTHER THINGS THAT BEAR HER NAME AND LIKENESS AND MOVE THE HELL ON!! Don’t spoil it for those of us who feel she is worth the money WE pay to see her. How in the HELL can you tlak about and judge something you have not seen. Give her a break. She is just trying to make her way in the world just like everyone else. Give the girl a break. My Goodness, such hatred and disdain masked as opinions. What a joke. Get a life haters. Hate somewhere else. Sheeesh!!!
By happy day
August 25, 2008 9:39 AM | Link to this
Glad to hear you had a terrific show Fantasia, much blessings to you.
@9:25 i co-sign with you!
By DawnH
August 25, 2008 9:42 AM | Link to this
I love that when someone cannot discuss a matter intelligently, they have to resort to everyone else being a racist!
By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 25, 2008 9:42 AM | Link to this
yeowch i think i’ll stay away today, LOL!!!
By harrietth
August 25, 2008 9:44 AM | Link to this
I would like to interject here and tell all the folks who are bashing the regular bloggers that nothing could be farther from the truth when you call them racists. Oh, there are probably some pretty bad racists out there, and we see that every time race is brought up as an issue here, from each perspecite. Hoever, the regular bloggers are decent, music-loving, and intelligent people who love to state opinions on everything from Idol to the latest weather, etc. There are myriad opinions to be found here, and none of them should be judged for anything more than what they are—opinions! I personally liked Ricky better than Fantasia. But, I don’t hate her. I am happy for her success.
By harrietth
August 25, 2008 9:47 AM | Link to this
typos galor. Meant perspective and however.
By happy one
August 25, 2008 9:48 AM | Link to this
@ By Minnie 9:39AM
(IF YOU DON’T LIKE HER—FREE YOURSELF AND SKIP THE ARTICLE’S, YOU TUBE OFFERINGS AND OTHER THINGS THAT BEAR HER NAME AND LIKENESS AND MOVE THE HELL ON!!)
Now that is the truth!!!!
By DawnH
August 25, 2008 9:50 AM | Link to this
flats! Where are you!? We need a diversion - quick. How long until college balls?
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 9:50 AM | Link to this
HATE!!!!! When did that word EVER come up regarding Fantasia?
Just because she isn’t someone’s favorite singer doesn’t mean they HATE her. Like I said before…when a word is used too much it starts to lose its impact.
Why do some people take SO MUCH offense to someone else not liking what they like. Why would you care????
And just as a side note…this blog is not here for Fantasia fans..it’s here for American Idol fans. If we want to make a comment..we will!
Rodney I bet you never imagined that your nice little article about Fantasia would have THIS effect. :-)
By Nana
August 25, 2008 9:51 AM | Link to this
Heaven forbid, now we’re being Racists!! I guess that word will never leave the blog, and anyone who has a difference of opinion will be categorize as such.
Sounds like some just want to demoralize others and their opinions.
By happy day
August 25, 2008 9:53 AM | Link to this
@9:39 AM
“IF YOU DON’T LIKE HER—FREE YOURSELF AND SKIP THE ARTICLE’S, YOU TUBE OFFERINGS AND OTHER THINGS THAT BEAR HER NAME AND LIKENESS AND MOVE THE HELL ON!!”
Now that is the truth
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 9:53 AM | Link to this
AW come on, linny…you know you want to! :-) Now’s your chance!
By harrietth
August 25, 2008 9:56 AM | Link to this
Hey, we can get on some folks for bashing grandmothers! Age discrimination is against the law, too, but people do it! Ha! I couldn’t believe that one!
By Minnie
August 25, 2008 9:58 AM | Link to this
Nana go back to hell where you live. WHY ARE WASTING TIME HERE. oKAY SO YOU’LL NEVER PAY FOR A FNATASIA COCNCERT…GOOD SHE DOESN’T NEED YOUR HATE AND NEGATIVITY. PEOPLE PLEASE, PLEASE GROW UP. APPRECIATE HER TALENT OR JUST WALK AWAY. LEAVE. BUT PLEASE STOP TALKING YOU ARE REALLY STARTING TO P** ME OFF AND IN THE WORDS OF FANTASIA—YOU’RE STARTING TO BORE ME.
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 10:00 AM | Link to this
I really liked Clay more than Ruben so I must be a racist. But no, wait…in the last couple of years I’ve come to like Ruben’s voice more than Clay’s so I’m not a racist. Whew! Oh but wait…I was a big fan of the Beatles…does that make me a racist? But I LOVED Diane Ross and the Supremes, too…so maybe I’m not a racist…but I sometimes enjoy country music…dang! I guess I’m a racist. BUT I cried when Luther died….I’m so confused!
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 10:02 AM | Link to this
Wow! Minnie…talk about “hate and negativity” We could all take lessons from you!
By harrietth
August 25, 2008 10:04 AM | Link to this
Goodness, gracious, such venom spewing from your mouth, Minnie! How did you get so hate-filled yourself? What must have happened in your life to make you so bitter? Nana has done nothing to you to make you react like you did.
By trev
August 25, 2008 10:04 AM | Link to this
I don’t know why some of you are upset about the racist word being used. I read Rodney’s column all the time and when it comes to Fantasia its never a good response from the majority of the bloggers.
By harrietth
August 25, 2008 10:08 AM | Link to this
trev, but that isn’t based on her race, for crying out loud. It is a matter of personal taste.
By trev
August 25, 2008 10:12 AM | Link to this
@ HARRIETTH
ok so your personal taste is not Fantasia so be it, then why are you here?
By DawnH
August 25, 2008 10:14 AM | Link to this
LOL @ Deirdre! Thanks for putting it into perspective!
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 10:14 AM | Link to this
trev…..seriously…do you honestly think we don’t like Fantasia because she’s black? I don’t like her VOICE very much. But I will tell you that I voted for her over Diana. I was voting for Jen Hudson until she got eliminated.
I gotta tell you I get really annoyed by the implication that, because Fantasia is not my favorite Idol, that makes me a racist. If I voted for Fantasia based on the color of her skin, THAT would make me a racist. If I didn’t vote for Fantasia based on the color of her skin, THAT would also make me a racist. Again…I don’t like her voice, although I think she did a great job in The Color Purple.
By Minnie
August 25, 2008 10:19 AM | Link to this
Nana go back to hell where you live. WHY ARE WASTING TIME HERE. oKAY SO YOU’LL NEVER PAY FOR A FNATASIA COCNCERT…GOOD SHE DOESN’T NEED YOUR HATE AND NEGATIVITY. PEOPLE PLEASE, PLEASE GROW UP. APPRECIATE HER TALENT OR JUST WALK AWAY. LEAVE. BUT PLEASE STOP TALKING YOU ARE REALLY STARTING TO P** ME OFF AND IN THE WORDS OF FANTASIA—YOU’RE STARTING TO BORE ME.
By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 25, 2008 10:20 AM | Link to this
Oh.
My.
Goodness!
First of all, visitors to this blog who found it JUST because the headline says “Fantasia” … you are more than welcome to post here of your appreciation for a perform you like… just as those who happen to prefer someone ELSE are welcome to post here their opinions and likes and dislikes.
However, shouting at us (i.e., in case you are not aware, typing in all caps is considered rude and to be “shouting” or “yelling” in blog terms), cursing us (“go back to hell where you live”) and making judgments about us (Nana must be “old” and should knit, we are jealous because DeGarmo didn’t win, and that we’re racists because we don’t like ‘Tasia) are unacceptable behavior in anyone’s terms. Most of us post here weekly if not daily — if you would like to join us and calmly — ok, or NOT so calmly at times — express your opinions, please — do! I personally do not like Fantasia. I personally felt her one and only great performance was Summertime — at that was incredible. However, I also felt that Ms. London was phenomenal, that Ms. Hudson has done well for herself and represented American Idol quite well. Just to name two of the MANY. Some were “white”, some where “black” and some were “yellow” (i don’t think we’ve had an AmerInd on the show yet, so i can’t say “red”—and if i’m wrong there, i know someone will tell me!) … that was, in case you missed it, a reference to that song we sang in sunday school “Red and Yellow, Black and White, we are precious in His sight” … which is exactly how i personally feel — i don’t, never have, hate anyone because of their surface features, including color. My biggest “prejudice” is against STUPIDITY — and by “stupidity” i don’t mean ignorance where you haven’t learned something (yet), or where there is any inability to learn. My other big prejudice is against DELIBERATE MEANNESS.
So. Your thoughts are welcome, but please, realize that if we all thought exactly like you about things, there would not have BEEN an “American Idol” — which would have deprived many talented young people to never have exposure leading to decent careers in performing arts! If we didn’t have different tastes, there would be no need to compete for attention —
for those who like to read, try finding the story “Harrison Bergeron” by Kurt Vonnegut … it makes an excellent point about everyone being the same.
And finally, as Deirdre has already pointed out… this is NOT a “Fantasia” … or “DeGarmo” … or “Underwood” … or “Clarkson” … blog. It’s an American Idol blog. the regular visitors to this blog discuss music, movies, American Idol, weather, other contest/reality shows, dogs, ranches, bulldawgs, sports, nascar, and many other areas of endeavor. so
no.
we aren’t going anywhere!
By harrietth
August 25, 2008 10:21 AM | Link to this
trev, Fantasia just happens to be the subject today. Tomorrow it may be another Idol. I am a regular on this blog every day, no matter what the subject of Rodney’s column. I logged on this morning and we talked about the weather and the rain and anything else that came to mind. It just so happened the subject today was Fantasia. That was all before people got so bent out of shape.
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 10:22 AM | Link to this
trev…to answer your question to harrietth…this is an American Idol blog and some of us “regulars” are here all the time just chatting. Rodney writes a piece about a current or former Idol, we comment then move on to other conversations. This has been going on for years! I know..we need a life! Believe me, we’ve heard it all before.
We enjoy it when other people pop on to comment…some stay, some enjoy our company…others don’t(as you can see) Anyway…you seem pretty nice, reasonable and interesting. Feel free to pop in anytime. We LIKE discussions…we encourage people to state their opinions whether we agree with them or not…and we only get offended by name-calling…of any kind.
By Nana
August 25, 2008 10:23 AM | Link to this
Minnie: One comment to you. When i get to hell, I will hand YOU a glass of cold water.
By Minnie
August 25, 2008 10:25 AM | Link to this
Nana go back to hell where you live. WHY ARE WASTING TIME HERE. oKAY SO YOU’LL NEVER PAY FOR A FNATASIA COCNCERT…GOOD SHE DOESN’T NEED YOUR HATE AND NEGATIVITY. PEOPLE PLEASE, PLEASE GROW UP. APPRECIATE HER TALENT OR JUST WALK AWAY. LEAVE. BUT PLEASE STOP TALKING YOU ARE REALLY STARTING TO P** ME OFF AND IN THE WORDS OF FANTASIA—YOU’RE STARTING TO BORE ME.
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 10:28 AM | Link to this
:-) Good going, linny! I KNEW you wanted to!
By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 25, 2008 10:28 AM | Link to this
so.
D, did i rise to your expectations, LOL!?!?!?!
By gg
August 25, 2008 10:31 AM | Link to this
We went to see The Color Purple on Broadway last year. Her performance was outstanding! She received 3 Grammy nominations this year for “When I See You”. Fantasia is a millionare, and is laughing all the way to the bank!
By Ms.Simon
August 25, 2008 10:31 AM | Link to this
Wow Fantasia’s “hair” has grown so fast and she’s gotten umm bigger.
She is SO UGLY.
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 10:33 AM | Link to this
Minnie’s post button is stuck…can somebody fix that!
By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 25, 2008 10:37 AM | Link to this
and trev … you sort of get the point, but just miss it … “when it comes to Fantasia” … this particular blog happens to have people who don’t particarly like Fantasia’s voice, or style, or whatever. NOT “Hate” her … just don’t prefer her SINGING. But I know there are lots of folks, obviously, who like her a lot … so the answer to me is … when you see Fantasia is the topic, feel perfectly free to post WHY you like her, what it is that you like about her, why you feel she’s so talented, etc etc — without dissing or slamming others for NOT agreeing with you!
frequently someone will be discussed that someone doesn’t particularly care for — while others DO like him or her, and it’s just a discussion of the merits of both sides of the argument, without being a personal grudge match, mudslinging competition between some sort of mortal enemies.
we’re just folk, for heaven’s sake, just like the rest of you, and we have opinions, and we like to express them. we welcome others who want to do the same, but WHY can’t it be with respect for the differences of others, instead of jumping with both feet onto the “racist” wagon, or the “hater” wagon, or the like?
I don’t like Amy Winehouse (is that her name) for heaven’s sake. Does that make me some sort of racist? Heck, I may be one of the few women who think Brad Pitt is NOT NOT NOT the sexy thing that he’s so often touted as being — because I am a woman, does that mean i am calling him “gay” (which I am obviously NOT doing, btw) just because i don’t think he’s sexy? the logic of saying i’m racist for not liking fantasia’s sound is equal to that, imho.
what about all the “black” performers i DO like — from Samuel L. Jackson to Miles Davis to Morgan Freeman to Halle Berry to…
oh crap, boss needs me, lol, i can’t continue the list, but suffice it to say there are HUNDREDS if not THOUSANDS of performers whose skin tone is darker than mine that i absolutely ADORE, respect, etc etc…
see ya!
By harrietth
August 25, 2008 10:38 AM | Link to this
Ok, trev. You can see where there are some very, very nasty people out there on both sides, making outrageously mean remarks. Example: Ms. Simon above. This is non-productive and certainly not conducive to good conversation and opinion, which is that which this blog is really about. I echo Dierdre’s invitation to stay around and talk to us.
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 10:40 AM | Link to this
I think Fantasia looks sooo much better than she did during this year’s Idol appearance.
By JTesla
August 25, 2008 10:40 AM | Link to this
It’s nice to see Fantasia getting some love. I think we should have a cage match: Fantasia fans vs. Archie fans… BATTLE ROYALE!
By gg
August 25, 2008 10:41 AM | Link to this
Define “ugly” Ms. Simon? If you are referring to outward apperance, as most of society does, that’s sad. You may be “beautiful/pretty” on the outside, but you are definately an “ugly” person on the inside. Celie was called “ugly” in the movie and play, but was the most beautiful person of all.
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 10:43 AM | Link to this
And y’all…Ms Simon is baiting you so go ahead…let her have it!
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 10:46 AM | Link to this
gg…I’m happy for Fantasia’s good fortune. I hope she continues to succeed. I’m not a fan but that doesn’t mean I hate her either.
JT…welcome to the fray!
By Nana
August 25, 2008 10:49 AM | Link to this
At one point I had decided to not post anymore today, but after all the remarks that have been directed at me for my non-hatred remarks, I have decided that I will not let ANYONE run me off. If anyone has such a low image of themself that they have to resort to cussing and name calling, I guess they are to be pitied. Had I used the hate word and been negative in my remarks, I might be able to see where the remarks directed at me would be made. However, since I didn’t, I don’t understand the concept of all of this. Being rude is so immature and there is no excuse for anyone being that way expecially to someone they have never met and never will meet. Of course, I wouldn’t want to meet someone who hates life and is not a happy person. Before anyone can be happy with their life, they have to be happy within their self.
So, I will continue to post today, and hope that some of you will come to your senses and be mature enough to post your comments rationally.
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 10:50 AM | Link to this
GOOD LORD!!!!!! A new judge? Rodney are you kidding????? Will Paula be jealous? What!
Now THAT is news!!!!!
By Tell It Like It Is
August 25, 2008 10:51 AM | Link to this
She sounds like she got her breast caught in the wringer. I don’t like screechers!
By JTesla
August 25, 2008 10:53 AM | Link to this
Deirdre, The whole thing lets me reminisce about the regular season, but I haven’t decided yet what I should do. Should I break out the popcorn, or maybe pour on a little gasoline?
I’m in the mood for popcorn, care for some?
By flats
August 25, 2008 10:55 AM | Link to this
COLLEGE BALLSN BABY!!!!5 DAYS 1 HOUR 39 MINUTES TIL THE DAWGS GET THEY’RE BALLS ON!!!!GO DAWGS!!!!!ROCK ON TASIA,YOUR HOT!!!!
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 10:56 AM | Link to this
I don’t like the idea of 4 judges however. Too much judge talking, not enough singers. If one of the judges were to leave, I would hope it would be Randy(OMG…does that make me a racist) and here’s why. He doesn’t have anything to say. He makes very little constructive criticism. Even Paula will tell them what she thinks they can do to improve…Randy is just an “I liked it” or “I didn’t like it” kind of a guy.
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 10:59 AM | Link to this
I would love some popcorn, JT. I know it’s early for you but I might be wanting a beer with that as well. Seems like a good popcorn and beer day.
I’m thinking that enough gasoline has been poured already.
By kellyfan
August 25, 2008 11:02 AM | Link to this
Whoa? What the heck happened here in a couple of hours?! DAAAAANG! Ok, so, anyway! :)
4th judge? Not sure that’s gonna work. The reason last season wasn’t as good was the themes. Honestly, they could have better selections and it would be fine. I also think the “controversy” about a few of them having prior deals played a role. It didn’t feel like that crop was as “undiscovered” as we’d like to see on Idol. IMO.
By JTesla
August 25, 2008 11:07 AM | Link to this
I think a judge shakeup may be what we need, but I also think it is hard to believe that Randy and Paula will cut back on their rambling to allow for more song time.
By Frank Drebben
August 25, 2008 11:28 AM | Link to this
Judging by the posts in favor of Fantasia and the ridiculously high ticket prices, I would say that her fanbase seems to be very uneducated. Almost every pro-Fantasia posts brutalizes the english language and/or makes no sense. I cringe everytime I see the term “haters” - it just means that person who typed is bringing nothing to the table except an annoying slang term.
By Blkshepherd
August 25, 2008 11:29 AM | Link to this
Not a whole lot has changed up in here I see. Guess thats why I just Peek in and out and never read any replies targeting my posts.. Anyway I certainly hope AI next season step up their game..the other shows are starting to appear more interesting..can we say ” so you think you can dance” and even the celebrity “yawn” dancing with the stars (lord help me) Even the Osmonds Tour is starting to make my eyebrows raise..ok one eye brow. now theres a thought..the Osmonds Tour outsells AI tour..LOL..now that would be hilarious and really something to bark at each other about..PRICELESS! you go Donny n Marie..and uh..company.
By Nana
August 25, 2008 11:30 AM | Link to this
A new judge just may work out very well. Hopefully, she will sit next to Simon and he will have to keep his hands off Paula and I mean that in a funny way. Looks like she has a great background in music and apparently knows her stuff.
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 11:35 AM | Link to this
LOL!!! Nana! Hopefully, IF she sits next to Simon, she will clobber him the first time he puts his hands on her.
By KJ
August 25, 2008 11:35 AM | Link to this
What happens when the 4 judges are split as to whether or not to send someone to Hollywood?
Also, paying $94 to see Fantasia is a good example of why we have a permanent underclass.
By Everybody
August 25, 2008 11:42 AM | Link to this
Minnie - What grade did you drop out in school? 3rd or 4th? Your horrendous posts that spew ignorance and venom are not needed and sadden me that there are people this stupid out here. Please do yourself a favor and go back to school or pick up a book. It may help.
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 11:46 AM | Link to this
KJ…excellent question! I never thought of that. I’ll bet Simon gets the final say.
By JTesla
August 25, 2008 11:47 AM | Link to this
KJ, I believe that the producers get to break the ties. There have been times when there were four judges (celebrity fill-ins) and times when there were two, and it all worked out.
Sorry to burst your bubble Blkshepherd but there weren’t any “replies targeting my posts” for you to read.
By gg
August 25, 2008 11:50 AM | Link to this
Just as an FYI “Frank”. I am educated (college graduate), work full-time, and bring in over $70K a year, and I will always be a Fantasia fan! Also, check out the spelling/grammar usage of the many non-Fantasia fans. BTW, you should have capitalized the “e” for English.
By Nana
August 25, 2008 11:58 AM | Link to this
D, maybe she will clobber him. That would be to funny.
In case of a tie, would it be the producers or would SC have the final say? A very good question KJ. Like D, I never thought of that.
By gg
August 25, 2008 11:59 AM | Link to this
I just saw “KJ’s” reply regarding the “permanent underclass”. What class would the parents of a “tween” fall under, who pay a few thousand dollars for a “counterfiet ticket” to see Miley (Hannah Montanta) at the Gwinnett Civic Center???
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 12:00 PM | Link to this
gg…LOL!!! You’d fit right in here!
By GRACE
August 25, 2008 12:09 PM | Link to this
I AI need an entire makeover. They need to get rid of Paula and Randy. Paula for the obvious reasons and Randy cause he is so boring & predictable.
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 12:09 PM | Link to this
Nana…if she does clobber him…I hope it’s on camera.
And gg…..the price of concert tickets today is ridiculous. But, just like people who would fork over their hard earned money to see Fantasia…the same can be said about fans of other performers. It’s THEIR money to do with as they please.
Frankly, I’m not a concert goer….I’m not into crowds, loud noise and the occasional whiff of a controlled substance(ok..so that doesn’t really bother me that much). I also enjoy HEARING the person I paid to see rather than the person standing behind me jumping up and down, banging their elbow into my shoulder and singing off-key. But that’s just me.
By gg
August 25, 2008 12:14 PM | Link to this
Hi Deidre. Actually, I am a former blogger on this forum. I gave up after the “Buckie” debacle. I continued to read the blog, and will continue to watch AI, and read the blog, and will comment when I feel it necessary to do so. Also, I think a guest star (musician/singer) should be the 4th judge, like they used to have the first few seasons.
By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 25, 2008 12:15 PM | Link to this
you go gg!!! way to strike back with intelligence, wit (i.e., sarcasm—always welcome here, LOL), and grace! please stick around! we really really DON’T hate Fantasia, some of us just don’t particularly like her sound! As I am sure there are artists out there you don’t particularly want to listen to!!!
i sometimes get into the grammar/spelling/punctuation thing, because i have a degree to teach english, LOL, but i rarely capitalize my words (lazy?) and often mistype or misspell words…eh… as do most people.
and in keeping with our banter here… counterfeit is the correct spelling (ok ok, i’m just teasin’ … and i just couldn’t resist!!!)
by the way i absolutely totally 100% agree with the question about paying so much for tix to see “hannah montana” GAG
later!
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 12:21 PM | Link to this
gg…do you mind my asking your former identity on the blog or would you rather remain anonymous? It’s ok either way, I’m just being nosy. :-)
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 12:32 PM | Link to this
BTW, I’m a little embarrassed to admit that I’m not sure just what the “Buckie” Debacle is. Perhaps you could refresh me…I’m not as young as I used to be.
By Nana
August 25, 2008 12:34 PM | Link to this
You go gg. A very nice comeback. I just can’t see paying hundreds or thousands for ANY concert ticket, even if I had it to spend. I could think of a better way to spend my money, like a vacation.
As for errors on spelling, grammar and etc, I am most likely the worst one on here. My brain doesn’t always compute with what I am saying in my head and typing.
::)
By gg
August 25, 2008 12:38 PM | Link to this
Deidre - it was still “gg”. I was around with the old crew. I do remember you too (a very loyal blogger). Thanks “linny”, on the correction on the word for “fake” tickets.
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 12:46 PM | Link to this
Yes, I have been around here a looooonnnngggg time! :-) Mostly because I’m kinda stuck at home most of the time…but that is changing.
I never answered Nana’s earlier question…sorry Nana. We’re moving mom on Wednesday. She kept me busy all weekend buying furniture and stuff for her new home. She’s excited…I’m excited and I can’t begin to tell you how excited hubby is! :-)
By Nana
August 25, 2008 1:09 PM | Link to this
That’s alright D. There was alot going on when I inquired about your Mom.
This is not about AI, but I found it to be a good human interest story.
CNN News/World:
Dog Protected Abandoned Newborn
A dog sheltered a newborn baby abandoned by its 14 year old mother in a field in rural Atgentina until the boy was rescued, a doctor said.
A resident of a rural area outside La Plata called police late Wednesday night to say that he had heard the baby crying in a field behind his house. The man went outside and found the infant lying beside the dog and her six newborn puppies, said Daniel Salcedo, chief of police of the Providence of Buenos Airies. The temperature was a chilly 37 degrees he said.
The dog had apparently carried the baby 50 meters from where his mother had abandoned him to where the puppies were huddled, police said. “She took it like a puppy and rescued it,” Salcedo said. “The doctors told us if she hadn’t done this the baby would have died.” “The dog is a hero to us.”.
Dr. Egidio Melia, director of the Melchor Romero Hospital in La Plata, said police showed up at the hospital at 11:30pm with the baby, who doctors say was only a few hours old. Though the infant had superficial scratches and was bleeding from his mouth, he was in good shape, Melia said. The infant has been transferred to a children’s hospital in La Plata.
Canines make better mothers than some humans.
By harrietth
August 25, 2008 1:12 PM | Link to this
harrietth peeks back in Well, I see cooler heads have won out for the most part. Restores my faith in humanity. At least the disagreeing is on a civil level, which is what we are used to here. I love it when things get spiced up, but the meanness makes me sad.
I hate the idea of the 4th judge myself. Possibly bringing back the guest judge would have worked, but this looks like a done deal, doesn’t it? Personally, I think they ought to go back and look at what worked and bring those things back.
By KJ
August 25, 2008 1:16 PM | Link to this
If I may interrupt the circle jerk for a sec…
What class would the parents of a “tween” fall under, who pay a few thousand dollars for a “counterfiet ticket” to see Miley (Hannah Montanta) at the Gwinnett Civic Center???
The difference is, Miley is a huge commercial success in the realm of pop music, and the unfortunate ticket prices on the secondary market reflect the demand.
Fantasia, by comparison, has been a massive flop in that arena, her Broadway successes notwithstanding. There’s a reason she’s splitting time at the Civic Center, and not headlining at Philips Arena. I can’t imagine there aren’t much more economical ways to watch her perform, if that’s your thing.
By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 25, 2008 1:16 PM | Link to this
gg, i couldn’t resist … i’ve ‘corrected’ someone before and had them come right back with “well you did ‘so-and-so’ wrong too” … just passing it along (all in good fun, not meant as a slam in any way, please understand!)
i do sometimes have a rather wry sense of humor and sometimes it’s not what people are used to…it can come across perhaps a bit acerbic or tart… but i promise, unless i’m lambasting someone (and you usually know when THAT’s happening!), i’m all for fun and ribaldry and banter!
on the other hand, i can get up on that ol’ soapbox and be pretty serious, if the right buttons are pushed! at least i’ll usually acknowledge that i’ve gone off that way by “pushing the soapbox back under the desk” or something…
D, i’m excited for you and your mom…and hubby too, LOL! good luck with the move!
By gg's boss
August 25, 2008 1:22 PM | Link to this
gg - get back to work and get off these internets.
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By Ladilovely
August 25, 2008 1:46 PM | Link to this
KJ you have been “EVICTED”
By trev
August 25, 2008 1:48 PM | Link to this
I will contine to say what i said earlier about the people on this blog. I have felt like this for a while.
Anyway getting back to Fantasia, i am so proud of what she has accomplished in these four years, and next year a new cd and a movie deal with Oprah. So hate on haters its ok. She might not of sold as many cd’s as Kelly and Underwood but she is the all around star.
By harrietth
August 25, 2008 1:52 PM | Link to this
trev, we are so over this discussion. We all congratulate Fantasia and wish her nothing but great success. She deserves it and we all the regulars who posted said the same thing.
By KJ
August 25, 2008 2:03 PM | Link to this
KJ you have been “EVICTED”
Actually, I can comfortably afford to pay my mortgage every month, as I don’t do things like massively overpay for concert tickets. Hope this helps!
By Nana
August 25, 2008 2:05 PM | Link to this
For all you DWTS addicts, here is the line up for the upcoming season:
Susan Lucci, Toni Braxton, Lance Bass, Cloris Leachman, Kim Kardashian, Ted McGinley, Brooke Burke, Warren Sapp (NFL), Misty May-Treanor, Maurice Greene, Rocco DiSpirito and Jeffery Ross.
just alittle bit of info.
By gg
August 25, 2008 2:05 PM | Link to this
Thanks “harrieth”. I’m staying off for the rest of today. Apparently “my boss” (LOL!!!) knows what I am up to today.
By DawnH
August 25, 2008 2:14 PM | Link to this
Well, just thought I’d check in quickly between meetings. I was hoping we would be WAAAAYYYY beyond the Fantasia thing, and I see most of you have tried. It appears some people just don’t want to let it go. Glad I have another meeting!
trev - if you don’t like the people on “this blog” then how about finding another one. The regulars on this blog are clever, witty, and intelligent, and they are respectful of everyone’s opinions.
By harrietth
August 25, 2008 2:15 PM | Link to this
I am signing off for today, too. I have much to do this afternoon.
D, I am glad the plans for your mother are moving along well. I know you have done everything to make the transition smooth.
Talk to everyone tomorrow, hoping for a brighter day, figuratively speaking, of course. According to all reports it will be a soggy day in reality.
By Nana
August 25, 2008 2:32 PM | Link to this
Dawn be careful of what you say.
By JTesla
August 25, 2008 2:41 PM | Link to this
DWTS is going to have Kim Kardashian?!! I might actually watch it this time around!
Sorry, I got distracted what were we talking about?
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 2:43 PM | Link to this
Sorry you feel that way trev. Hope you give us another shot someday. You shouldn’t take offense if someone is not a fan of a performer that you like. I was a big Barry Manilow fan for awhile and took a lot of ribbing for it. I also liked Constantine Maroulis…..that went over like a lead balloon. :-)
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 2:45 PM | Link to this
Oh and trev…don’t ever try to do battle with the anti-Katharine McPhee crowd…those guys tore me to ribbons! :-)
By DawnH
August 25, 2008 2:54 PM | Link to this
Meetings are over! And, it’s almost time for my day to be over - gotta face that traffic up 75 UGGHHH!
Nana - did I say a bad thing?
D - I can remember taking a hit or two because I love Neil Diamond! My sister is the big Barry Manilow fan.
I’m out for the day. Everyone be safe going home!
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 3:10 PM | Link to this
Drive carefully everyone…it’s nasty out there and getting worse. Will Fay go away? Not today! :-)
By Nana
August 25, 2008 3:15 PM | Link to this
Dawn: NO, NO, NO. You said nothing wrong. I just meant that here lately it seems if any of us state our opinion, we are bashed for it. Great goodness heavenly days, please don’t think that I was bashing you, far from it.
I am a fan of both Neil and Barry.
By Louise
August 25, 2008 3:17 PM | Link to this
Fantasia is a great performer!!! She makes sure all her fan’s are well pleased before she leaves the stage. Haters, get your own hater site and leave the decent sites to the views who care, if you don’t care what are you here? Be a doll and go play with yourself.
By Nana
August 25, 2008 3:31 PM | Link to this
It’s late in the day and Louise must be tired. I thought the Tasia issue was over.
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 3:37 PM | Link to this
I’m starting to wonder if anyone knows the definition of ‘hater’.
By Nana
August 25, 2008 3:47 PM | Link to this
D, probably not.
Almost time for me to call it a day and head home. We have had quite an interesting day on here today. Maybe tomorrow will be more sedate.
For all of you having to drive home in this weather, please drive careful and be safe.
Catch ya later.
By JTesla
August 25, 2008 4:32 PM | Link to this
Deirdre, don’t be a hater of the hater haters.
By Chief Wiggum
August 25, 2008 4:44 PM | Link to this
New at Taco Bell:
Fantasia Burrito
Seriously, folks…what a has-been.
Oh, and I hope some dimwit calls me a hater. What a stupid, stupid, stupid insult to use, just because someone doesn’t like the same music you do. Utterly and completely childish.
By Deirdre
August 25, 2008 5:00 PM | Link to this
I really need to watch myself…thanks JT for the encouragement! :-)
By JTesla
August 25, 2008 5:02 PM | Link to this
Chief Wiggum’s a hater ;)
By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 25, 2008 5:04 PM | Link to this
Chief, nah, Taco Bell has to be very very careful! you know fitty cent sued them because they used his name in an add “50cent should change his name to 99cent” or some such nonsense. So they won’t be using Fantasia as a burrito name!!!
~¿@
By Achin4Aiken
August 25, 2008 6:05 PM | Link to this
Getting back to the original topic, Hubby and I saw Fantasia (free tickets from friends; you can’t pass up free tickets) on Saturday (not great seats) and were VERY pleasantly surprised! She was not my girl during her Idol season as my fav was Jennifer H., but Fantasia grew on me after Jen was booted, and by the end of the season, I thought without a doubt that she was the clear winner.
However, I liked Tasia better when she sang ballads as no one could top her and she was definitely the natural talent on stage. Diana D. was so not natural, was over “rehearsed”, whether she actually was or not, so I voted for Tasia.
On Saturday, she grown a great deal and proved to be the consumate professional I always knew she’d become - polished, fantastic with the audience and her voice is better than ever. She’s gained some weight but she looked the best I’ve seen her look in ages. We were thoroughly pleased and if she comes through your town in the future, you might also be pleasantly surprised if you go see her.
By trev
August 25, 2008 6:55 PM | Link to this
@Achin4Aiken
Thankyou for your review glad you had a good time and enjoyed Fantasia’s performance.
By War Eagle
August 25, 2008 7:24 PM | Link to this
I’d rather take a swift kick across the swinging twins than sit through that show.
By You think...
August 25, 2008 9:28 PM | Link to this
Atlanta is the ONLY place Fantasia can perform, the rest of the country has better taste!!!
By Jane
August 25, 2008 10:14 PM | Link to this
Wow Fantasia’s fans just make friends and positively represent their idol all over the web LOL. I wasn’t aware that simply not liking her made people “haterzzzz!!!11” or “racists!!!111!!” or Jhud or Degarmo fans.
sounds like a blog we need to forward to Idletard for inclusion in their crazy fans section.
By J
August 25, 2008 11:04 PM | Link to this
We have our marching orders now: Either say you love fantasia and she is just the bestest of all time or don’t post at all.
Yeah that’s very logical. Sounds like there are some folks who need to step back from the computer and rejoin the real world and not their “Fantasia is a God and I worship her” world online.
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By booshie
August 26, 2008 6:50 AM | Link to this
Love Fantasia what a beautiful voice glad the show was a success!
By Shay
August 26, 2008 8:20 AM | Link to this
Fantasia is a true talent. I went back and watched about 80% of her idol performances and it was clear that she was light years ahead of the rest. I will admit though that I too was rooting for Jhud that year but she didn’t connect with enough people to keep her in. I do wish both of them much success in the future!
By Weekendgirl357
August 26, 2008 9:16 AM | Link to this
Those tickets were way to high. My friend won them on the radio, but NO WAY would I have paid that much. Just silly! I like her and all but damn!
By ASIA
August 26, 2008 11:20 AM | Link to this
I LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE FANTASIA SHE I MY IDOL I AM A SINGER AND I HAVE BEEN IN LOVE WITH HER SOUND SINCE DAY #1 SHE IS GREAT AND I WISH I SAW MORE OF HER THAN THESE FAKE STUDIO SINGERS VOICES BUT ANYWAYS LOVE YA FANTASIA!!!! #1FAN ASIA
By ASIA
August 26, 2008 11:21 AM | Link to this
I LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE FANTASIA SHE I MY IDOL I AM A SINGER AND I HAVE BEEN IN LOVE WITH HER SOUND SINCE DAY #1 SHE IS GREAT AND I WISH I SAW MORE OF HER THAN THESE FAKE STUDIO SINGERS VOICES BUT ANYWAYS LOVE YA FANTASIA!!!! #1FAN ASIA
By ASIA
August 26, 2008 11:21 AM | Link to this
I LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE FANTASIA SHE IS MY IDOL I AM A SINGER AND I HAVE BEEN IN LOVE WITH HER SOUND SINCE DAY #1 SHE IS GREAT AND I WISH I SAW MORE OF HER THAN THESE FAKE STUDIO SINGERS VOICES BUT ANYWAYS LOVE YA FANTASIA!!!! #1FAN ASIA
By Michelle
August 26, 2008 11:39 AM | Link to this
I actually went to the show and it was an excellent and well worth the ticket price. People here complaining didn’t even go to the show so they don’t really count.
I was there mainly for Rickey Smiley but Fantasia did not disappoint. She surprised me! She was awesome. Her testimony about her surgery was a tear jerker. I for one put her down when I heard she was missing shows in The Color Purple without knowing the facts.
Fantasia is one of the few real singers out I wish her the best and look forward to buying her next album.
Bring it on!