American Idol 7 - Page 13

nittanyalum · #1 04-10-2008, 09:05 PM

Yeah. I did NOT see that coming.

Tippiechick · #2 04-10-2008, 09:33 PM

Ok. Since my DVR didn't pick up tonight's show... What happened?

ComradesTrue · #3 04-10-2008, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by nittanyalum

Yeah. I did NOT see that coming.

So are you referring to Michael getting kicked off or Paula being stone cold sober?

Just kidding. There were some definite gasps in the Blondie household.
In fact, I would have wagered that all 4 females would have been voted off before any of the guys.

But onto the upside: clearly a new wardrobe consultant. Everyone looked great tonight. Yay!

And, is anyone as shocked as I am that someone chose "Shout to the Lord" as the group song? You could have knocked me over with a feather last night. Am I crazy to say it has been one of the best group sings, even though clearly not a mainstream genre? One thing going for it was *no choreography* which scores big points in my book. (I am still recovering from having to watch David C and Ramiele bump butts a few weeks back. Disturbing.) Heck, I will shout to the Lord for not having to witness that again! But seriously, it is song that works well for that many voices, and hearing David C on his solo was just fantastic.

When the concept of Idol Gives Back was first proposed last year, I feared it would be a cheesefest. But, I was wrong. They really have done an amazing job with it, and just seeing all the star power getting on board is exciting too. Good job by the prez candidates... liked how Hilary and Obama played the "social crusader" role (good for them), but must say that McCain won tonight hands down... that was really funny.

Finally, as for last night: Carrie Underwood- I just love her. I really do.

Thetagirl218 · #4 04-11-2008, 12:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Blondie93

And, is anyone as shocked as I am that someone chose "Shout to the Lord" as the group song? You could have knocked me over with a feather last night. Am I crazy to say it has been one of the best group sings, even though clearly not a mainstream genre?

Ok, I think I am finally done cuss out my DVR and TV...... Michael is amazing! I loved the song choice, and did anyone else think that in the end he was totally auditioning for a record label?

On a similar note, my mom was sitting in the other room and has like "Why did they kick off the hot guy?" Mine you my mother does not really watch Idol, but I still thought the comment was funny!

As for the singing of "Shout for the Lord", I actually didn't like it! Now, I love the song, in fact I have sung in churches for many years. Maybe that is the fact I didn't like their rendition. It just seem half hearted to me!

Also, Being a Floridan I LOVED John McCain's comments tonight. He gave a serious yet witty message while Clinton and Obama bored me to tears!

Also, favorite performance last night was Fergie with Heart!

MSUAOII · #5 04-11-2008, 04:58 PM

Jason Castro seems to be one of those people you either "get" or you don't. Part of what makes me continue to prefer him on AI has been listening to his studio recordings on iTunes. They are really good.

Actually, that's not even my main purpose for posting. The thing I'm really surprised to not find is that supposedly Jason's gf is a KKG at Oklahoma. He has a family friend who sends out Jason updates on one of his fansites. She wouldn't confirm other than to say that the OK Kappa chapter is supporting him in a huge way.

Tippiechick · #6 04-15-2008, 03:54 AM

Well, I was really, really hoping to hear Carly sing Vision of Love this week. But, alas, Michael Johns had already planned to sing it before being kicked off... So, I guess no Vision of Love.

This week is really gonna suck. Mariah Carey? Yeesh.

nittanyalum · #7 04-15-2008, 11:41 PM

Syesha sang "Vanishing", from MC's debut album (circa 1990, they probably think it's "obscure" because 90% of the audience wasn't even born then

).

David A. tore it up, he's the only guy who really "sang" a Mariah song, the others did male adaptations. Of the two, David C. was amazing and I totally bawled when they flashed to his brother and DC teared up. Jason was weak, IMO. Can someone please explain to me WHY Simon is so easy on him??? He said that Kristy was "whiny", while Mariah said she gave her chills, but he gives props to little stoner dude? What is up??

I'm praying the bottom 3 are Carly, Brooke & Jason, I'll consider it a belated birthday present if any one of them are booted.

BabyPiNK_FL · #8 04-16-2008, 12:01 AM

Okay I lied-that is a pretty obscure Mariah song...she was probably terrified after what they told her for singing "Fantasia's song".

AGDee · #9 04-16-2008, 05:55 AM

The judges and I were on totally different pages last night. I didn't care for Jason but Simon liked him. I thought Syesha did great and the judges ripped her. <shrug> weird week.

ZTAngel · #10 04-22-2008, 10:14 PM

I loved, loved, loved David C's performance. The only version of "Music of the Night" that I have ever liked is Michael Crawford's. You don't get much better than Michael Crawford! I didn't think David would be able to pull this off. It was amazing. He has always been my favorite but now I like him even more.

Syesha was another favorite. She looked like she had a lot of fun up there.

Everyone else was good too except for Jason. Blech.

ZTAngel · #11 04-16-2008, 07:52 AM

I didn't think KLC was that bad and I'm not even a fan of her. I was surprised that they gave her a hard time but gave a free pass to Jason who was just terrible.

"Vanishing" is one of my favorite Mariah songs but it was never a radio hit so the majority of people don't know it.

tinydancer · #12 04-16-2008, 11:41 PM

I think we had two really boring weeks in a row.

Thetagirl218 · #13 04-17-2008, 12:02 AM

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Originally Posted by tinydancer

I think we had two really boring weeks in a row.

I agree! Honestly, I didn't even bother to watch all the performances through and could really have cared less who got kicked off this week! I want the real American Idol back!

When is the Andrew Lloyd Webber week? I can't wait for that one!

ComradesTrue · #14 04-17-2008, 06:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Thetagirl218

When is the Andrew Lloyd Webber week? I can't wait for that one!

Next week.

Sigh. I really liked KLC.

Sorry, nittany, that your birthday wish didn't come true.

RBL · #15 04-16-2008, 10:37 AM

As a MC Fanatic........ Vanishing is one of her best songs ever and I thought Syesha did an AMAZING job with it.. the judges (Randy & Simon) really dont want to give her props but was salivating all over David A and I thought he was merely ok. Jason and Brooke please I was bored stiff. David C did a good job at interpretation but vocally he wasnt great. KLC did a pretty decent job.. I'm beginning to like her more and more each week..

Carly... sigh