Songs From Their Birth Year

In general I would think it was a wise move to pick fairly well known songs since they are at least 16 years old by the time you are singing them, but at least 2 people picked songs I've never heard before?! I liked Ramiele & Syesha, and except for a few minor things felt that Carly & Brooke did well also. Kristie deserves mention for being beyond smart and choosing the ultimate patriotic country song to almost guarantee her a few more week in the competition. Michael was great for the first time in just about forever and then there was David C.! Wow, thank you Ryan for pointing out that it was Chris Cornell's version, who cares David killed it and gets extra brownie points for doing it at the end of the show.

Top 3: David C., Michael, Syesha

Bottom 3: David A., Chikezie, Jason

bye bye Amanda

The hour format is a bit much but I am pleased with the results. Now on to next week and songs of...

The Top 11 Do the Beatles

Wow, a second week of classic hits just wasn't as kind to the contestants as the first. I think that most of them tried to do something different to some how stand apart from last week and unfortunately most of them did so in a slightly bad way. David A. was one of the few who definately shined, back on his game he gave a stunning performance of "The Long and Winding Road", and Syesha came back with a lovely performance of "Yesterday". David C. and Carly also ranked high on the list of favorites. I would like for this to be Amanda's week but think perhaps Kristie has finally done herself in. Until the results...

Top 3: David A., Syesha, David C.
Bottom 3: Michael, Amanda, Kristie

Bye-Bye David H.

So the first of the finalists fall. It seems strange this season that we are sending home singers who could have easily won previous seasons. I really am looking forward to seeing how this all plays out. Good bye to David H. who suffered more from rumors than a bad performance, may Amanda follow you next week. TTFN

The Top 12 & Songs From Lennon & McCartney

It was a strange night, I thought most of the contestants did well but unlike the judges I really enjoyed the performances that were closer to the originals. Brooke was fantastic and Ramiele was note perfect. Chikezie sounded good but looked a little like he had taken dancing lessons from Taylor Hicks. Amanda was shouty and mumbly as usual and Kristie didn't really pull of her country version of "Eight Days A Week" but she did get my attention. Poor David A. I feel so bad for him, it was obvious from the beginning that he was uncomfortable and once he lost the lyrics he just never got ahold of the song again. I'm not to worried for him at this point though as he definately has the popular vote, my guess is Syesha has had her last chance.

Top 3: Brooke, Ramiele, Chikezie
Bottom 3: Kristie, Syesha, David A.

Down To The Top 12

Tonight was the big night, the reveal of the top 12 finalists! I was happy beyond words to see Danny go, a little sad that Asia'h went, and totally unsurprised by Luke and Kady's exit - overall the night was pretty much what I expected. I am looking forward to next week and songs from Lennon & McCartney.

Congratulations - Amanda, Brooke, Carly, Chikezie, David A, David C, David H, Jason C, Kristie, Michael, Ramiele, & Syesha

Top 8 Girls Do The 80's

I don't think the 80's were as kind to the girls as they were to the guys, but overall it wasn't a bad night. Kristie totured "Faithfully" and Kady was way out of her league with "Who Wants to Live Forever", but the rest (even Amanda) had good performances. Brooke surprised me once again with how good she was, it was a smart song choice and she owned it.

Top 3: Brooke, Ramiele, Carly
Bottom 3: Kristie, Kady, Amanda

Top 8 Guys Do The 80's

Well the 80's were too tough of the guys, overal I felt that all the guys gave good vocal performances. Danny still annoys me with his over the top dramatics but at least he was in tune. I really enjoyed David C. this week and thought that Jason C. gave a great solid performance I just wish he had more to offer.

Top 3: David C., Jason C., David A.

Bottom 3: Michael, Luke, Danny

Another 4 Go Home

So now we are down to 16, and next week the top 12 will be revealed. I have to say that I am really sorry to see Alexandrea go, and I feel bad for Jason Y. having to put up with all the harsh criticism just to be knocked out of the running while Danny is still in. Well, we can always hope for next week. I am pleased that the girls got Alaina to sing, now she knows she can do it and she will be able to look back and be proud of herself. Robbie could have been interesting but there are still good guys left. That's all for now, looking forward to next week.

Top 10 Girls Do The 70's

So, it wasn't a great night; but as a long time Idol fan I have heard worse. There's seems to be an almost universal problem with singing softly, and pitchy was the word of the night. The only performance that was utterly and horribly awful was Amanda, just a nightmare, she really is so much better than that. And Kady came close with a song she had no business singing. My only other biggie is that Brooke and "You're So Vain" are NOT meant to be together. She may have the right voice, but no one singing that song should be bouncing, smiling, and annoyingly happy! I really liked Kristie, she surprised me with how well she did tonight.

Top 3: Alexandrea, Kristie, Ramiele
Bottom 3: Alaina, Kady, Amanda

Top 10 Guys Do The 70's

I'm not sure that the 70's were any kinder to the guys than the 60's were. Some were good, one was great, the rest were somewhere in the middle except of course for Danny. Admittedly Danny's vocals were much better this week; but the overly dramatic gestures, dancing, and expressions just ruin it for me. David A. won the night with a stunning version of Imagine for the show's final performance.

Top 3: David A., David H., Luke
Bottom 3: Michael, Jason Y., Danny

The Lost Addiction

So I just finished watching Season 2 of Lost. I will have to watch the 1st episode of season 3 by tomorrow, I am such an addict now. I think the good thing about watching it this way is that you really get to see how all the little clues fit together, how everyone is connected somehow. Well, it's bedtime now, bye-bye!

The First 4 Farwells

So tonight we said goodbye to Garrett, Amy, Joanne, and Colton. I have to admit the only one I am sad about is Joanne, I liked her and she had a nice voice. Danny is still with us and has the full support of VFTW, so I am afraid it will take quite a bit to get rid of him. Wonder who they will latch onto for girls next week? May their servers keep bombing. Looking forward to next week.

Top 12 Girls Do the 60's

So they weren't as spectacular as the guys but all in all it was definately a better show than say last year. I really enjoyed alot of the performances and feel that we are on our way to a fantastic season.

Carly and Ramiele were both a little more restrained than I expected but they were still very good.

Top 3: Ramiele, Asia'h, Carly
Bottom 3: Amanda, Kristie, Amy

Top 12 Guys Do The 60's

So I have to admit that I was pleased, and even a little surprised by how the night went. Danny came the closest to sucking and even his performance was livable. No one just totally fell apart and did the deer in the headlights screech and wail.

I'm not going to go through every performance, but I will say that David A. is just amazing, and I like Robbie more than I thought I would, and like Michael less. Who knows.

So tonight it will be the ladies, let's hope they are as good, or better than, the guys.

top 3: David A., Robbie, Michael
bottom 3: Garrett, Colton, Danny

American Idol Season 7

Well, I can't say I was anymore thrilled with the audition process this year; but I really did like Hollywood Week more. And even though there were people I would have liked to see in the Top 24, I'm not disappointed in any of the judges choices.

So far I think my top 3 girls are Carly, Ramiele, and Amanda. Top 3 guys are Michael, David H., and tied at third David A. & Robbie. I reserve the right to change my mind at anytime, the semi-finals always bring out the best and worst of the group.

I don't even care too much that Carly has already had a contract. Let's be real if it had gone well for her she would already be a household name and not subjecting herself to the rigors of AI. Check out her video...



Looking forward to Tuesday and some great performances.

New Addictions

So, somehow I have managed to never watch an episode of Lost, well until yesterday that is. They have the entire first 3 seasons in streaming HD online, and I am now 15 episodes into the 1st season. How is it that I've never watched this before? I really don't know but, I hooked now, so here's to my new addiction, may it go on forever.

Well Here Goes Nothing

Decided to try this again...

Not sure how it will all turn out; but at least it could hold my AI comments for this year...

More again later...I think...