I really like her song “Feels Like Home” on the “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days” soundtrack. I guess that’s when I first “discovered” her, and I really like her sound.
And I like the work that they did with Kelly Clarkson, too. :)
now I know others feltwhen talking about whom they do not get. Yes it is getting a little outthere like when people complained about Daivd A attention. It is for all fans but suggestion a cookie fansite so this does not become his anothers headquater which ticked off some in season 5 for some contestants.
This is an Idol blog. People are talking about the Idols. Nobody has to go anywhere. If you don’t like what you are reading, try another thread. This one is on topic. Please don’t tell others what to post.
I’m sure I don’t need to remind the Yaminions here about how Simon went on late night TV before AI5 top 3 night and said Elliott was a nice guy but would never win. Now Randy and Simon are essentially doing the same thing to Jason, who is a sensitive soul and seems especially vulnerable to their mind games.
Aside from deflating the contestants and their fan bases, which might well be their intention, and revealing an arrogant disregard for both, what exactly does their unnecessary badmouthing accomplish — give them the rare opportunity to say “I told you so”? We all remember what happened to their “inevitable” and “unbeatable” favorites Tamyra Gray, LaToya London, Chris Daughtry, and Melinda Doolittle.
Such blatant jury tampering taints the contest and fuels cynicism about the whole endeavor, including Idol Gives Back, with the producers’ implicit approval, no less! That is just gobsmackingly dumb.
This week Tom Jicha published some interesting suggestions to improve American Idol. I have one of my own — replace the useless Randy and the embarrassing Paula with some independent thinkers. I think Clay would be a great judge with special empathy for the contestants. Mark McGrath has an encyclopedic knowledge of popular music and would balance Simon’s appalling lack thereof.
sarah,
thanks for the scans. I always wondered what the AC on his guitar was for and seeing it on the tatoo makes it obvious it is for his brother. I like the little things he does to show his support for his brother without making it a part of his story. And I never got the orange bracelet until someone else pointed it out that it was for a child who was sick. He doesn’t make these into issues but it shows me what type of a person he is and I like that. I didn’t start as a Cookie fan but he had me with “Hello”. I’ve been a cookster ever since. Of course, I like others such as Jason, Carly, and sometimes MJ and Little David. I like to appreciate them all but end up really pulling for one eventually. This year is more like Season 5 for me when I liked Daughtry, Bucky, Taylor, Elliott, and Ace. Last year was kind of indifferent for me. I didn’t think I would ever vote again-but i’m back :)
terrie,
I agree, the timing of the Larry King show was such a faux pas. It’s nice to maybe talk about IGB and if asked about this year, maybe talk about some of the performances but to talk about who they think will win and who they don’t like is a disservice, imo. I’ll be throwing some votes to Jason just for the under the bus throwing. Besides the fact that I like his style. Not everyone has to be the same.
I don’t see it as a disservice. The judges aren’t voting, the public is.
It makes no difference what they think, as we’ve known who they preferred for weeks.
NOLA…….I would like to invite you over to the Jason bandwagon……I am also secretary of the Brooke wagon…and treasurer of the Michael ..david and david wagons….I also like carly, kristy, and syesha on occasion….I am a LoVaH of idols…I have idolmania…….HELP me
We all remember what happened to their “inevitable” and “unbeatable” favorites Tamyra Gray, LaToya London, Chris Daughtry, and Melinda Doolittle.
In no way, though, were the above unbeatable. All had major chinks in the armor…mainly because of lack of personality or smugness. You pick. Archie is going to the finale. If there is a fanbase that votes blindly, it is his. He doesn’t even have to sing well…it would take him imploding from here till the top 3 for him to get booted. That’s how far ahead I think Archie is. DCook is just SOLID. For whatever personality he may have lacked, TPTB have been working overtime to give him an extra push in the media. Simon gave him the warning about “smugness” early, before it could hurt him, and DCook followed the advice smartly. You cannot compare the likes of Melinda Doolittle versus DCook, Archie, or even MJ. Not even in the same ballpark.
Re: Randy and his ‘throwing Jason under the bus’….To tell you the truth, Jason threw himself under the bus. This is the seventh season of American Idol. Nobody can say that they or someone close to them is unaware of how the Idol game is played. You can make that finale with less than stellar vocals ala. Blake Lewis if you are smart about it. Blake changed it up and was just unique enough to squeak by. In previous years, Jason may have stood out more. But this year is chalk full of power singers, rockers etc. Jason has to know that he has to switch it up. But has it crossed anyone’s mind that maybe he CAN’T switch it up? That what we see now is all he can give? That is fine…Randy did say on LKL that not every singer is meant for Idol. I think Jason and his act just isn’t showstopping to enough people to warrant ‘frontrunner’ status. I’m sure people can say the same for MJ, DCook, or Archie, but you have to admit…when a ‘wow’ moment is needed, one or all of the three frontrunners usually delivers.
I totally think the finale will be David vs David with MJ coming in 3rd. What’s funny though is the biggest wow moment of the season for me this year was Jason’s Hallelujah. Billlie Jean was a close second.
I know all about seeing someone “depimped” as I vividly recall Simon going on Leno the night before the final 3 performed and pretty much said Elliott wouldn’t make it to the finale… umm… thanks. The LKL thing may energize Jason’s fanbase even more.
I sincerely hope that more people return to the “voter club”. I hope more Jason fans give up their non-voting stance to keep him safe. I did not vote much last season but I feel invested again this season.
Since I’m a non voter, I just try to figure out who will win/has the best voice and see if I’m right. Jason is a cute guy but I don’t get the dedication. He’s one of the weakest people left. Keeping him over people who are giving better performances might make for good TV though. Does David Cook have a fan site similiar to the Soul Patrol or Claymates? The names are always so cheesy, it would be funny to hear what his is called. Cookie’s cooks/crumpets?
Don’t get me wrong I enjoyed MJ’s song last week, but the thing for me is his personality. To me he doesn’t have one. Very stone faced and dry. I don’t think it comes across well on tv.
I guess I’d have to disagree about Michael’s personality. I think he’s goofy, a little dorky, and charming all rolled into his hunky exterior. He does have a little bit of a sarcastic sense of humor as you could see when asked about what song he and David C would like to sing.
I don’t have a problem with the judges predicting an all David final 2 because it’s what a lot of us are saying. I’d love Michael to get to the top 3 of course but my real goal is for him to make to top 5. I don’t think either he or David C need to win and may be better if they don’t. I don’t completely agree with them that Michael needs to do bluesy type songs all of the time. I think he can do very well with rock and has in the past. I just wish they’d let him do Never Tear us Apart during 80’s week because I think he would have smoked it like he’s done the last couple of weeks.
I still like Jason and hope he outlasts Kristy, Syesha, and Brooke.
JPfan, it’s all in the eye/ear of the beholder. Weak is an opinion, not a fact. It’s a subjective opinion. Just because a person’s voice or musical style is not your favorite, does not mean that it’s not worthy of the dedication of the people who enjoy it.
Looking at the picture above, I just realized that there is a 4 year difference between each of the contestants right now - 17 year-old David A, 21 year-old Jason, 25 year-old David C and 29 year-old Michael. I have too much free time. (Or I should be working. LOL.)
People vote for many different reasons on Idol - voice, persona, back story, blue eyes, cute friends so I shouldn’t be surprised at anyone’s fan base. I don’t think Jason is anything special and obviously that’s JMO.
I don’t completely agree with them that Michael needs to do bluesy type songs all of the time. I think he can do very well with rock and has in the past.
I think these dolts seem to forget that they fell all over themselves when Michael did Bohemian Rhapsody, and that sure wasn’t blue eyed soul. On one hand I understand where they are coming from. For me Michael’s Otis Redding audition was what caught my eye, definitely a “woah” moment for me. I didn’t mind the rock thing and I liked his Light My Fire, I liked his Queen medley…but last week he was amazing. Weeks ago Simon told him he was waiting for him to connect with the right song and have his moment, that was it last week so now that they saw what he’s capable of they’re gonna lock him in that box. I prefer a little versatility though.
I guess I’d have to disagree about Michael’s personality. I think he’s goofy, a little dorky, and charming all rolled into his hunky exterior. He does have a little bit of a sarcastic sense of humor as you could see when asked about what song he and David C would like to sing.
I don’t have a problem with the judges predicting an all David final 2 because it’s what a lot of us are saying. I’d love Michael to get to the top 3 of course but my real goal is for him to make to top 5. I don’t think either he or David C need to win and may be better if they don’t. I don’t completely agree with them that Michael needs to do bluesy type songs all of the time. I think he can do very well with rock and has in the past. I just wish they’d let him do Never Tear us Apart during 80’s week because I think he would have smoked it like he’s done the last couple of weeks.
Couldn’t agree more with everything you said bean. MJ does have a great personality, have you seen him doing interviews? He is a pro. I actually not only love him because of his talent but for the great sweet humble guy he is.
Anyways, I also accepted the fact that he probably won’t make it to the finale but I am hoping he gets to Top 4 at least. He has so much potential to have a great career in music.
I hate TPTB for not letting MJ perform INXS “Never Tear Us Apart” on the show.
He reallyw oudl have killed with that song.
I don’t believe Jason has it in him to change it up either. It would be nice if he could, but I don’t see it happening.
I didn’t get David C. until Billie Jean. I didn’t care so much for Michael until last week. When I finally did care I did a utube search on him and realized I’ve not seen the Michael on there on AI and I wonder why.
Well, I have to disagree about Jason “switching it up.” What is he supposed to do, exactly? Disco? Oh, never mind. He already did Andy Gibb.
Is Archie switching it up? Nope, he’s getting by on power ballads.
I think it’s smart to stay true to your style. Not everyone will like it, of course. I’m not a fan of power ballads, so I’m not particularly impressed with Archuletta. He’s staying with what he does best, and it seems to be working for him.
I still think Michael could be the *gasp* unexpected early boot. I’d expect to see the Davids and one girl -hopefully Brooke- in the top 4. I’d be happy with Jason or Carly in 4th slot.
Is Archie switching it up? Nope, he’s getting by on power ballads.
Exactly. The judges are extremely inconsistent. Archuleta pretty much never switches it up, neither does Syesha, but they don’t get called out on it. Instead they would rather tell Jason he’s boring for turning country/disco/whatever else into something very pleasant that almost anyone of any age can relate to, and tell Carly that she’s just ok for taking an up-tempo country song and making it a very pretty ballad.
Jason is my favorite (with David Cook in close second), but he most likely won’t win. He deserves to be in the top 4, but I’m expecting him to go home after top 6. That is, based on the performances so far. Who knows what will happen? Maybe David cook will fall off the stage and Jason will surprise the judges with another Hallelujah.
Pretty much I just want KLC to go this week. If Jason goes before she does then I’ll be convinced that the producers fixed it.
Sarah - Raine Maida’s wife is Chantal Kreviazuk. As far as I can remember, they wrote the Canadian Idol single from a few years back.
ahhh okay thanks maeflower. :)
I really like her song “Feels Like Home” on the “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days” soundtrack. I guess that’s when I first “discovered” her, and I really like her sound.
And I like the work that they did with Kelly Clarkson, too. :)
This is an Idol blog. People are talking about the Idols. Nobody has to go anywhere. If you don’t like what you are reading, try another thread. This one is on topic. Please don’t tell others what to post.
I’m sure I don’t need to remind the Yaminions here about how Simon went on late night TV before AI5 top 3 night and said Elliott was a nice guy but would never win. Now Randy and Simon are essentially doing the same thing to Jason, who is a sensitive soul and seems especially vulnerable to their mind games.
Aside from deflating the contestants and their fan bases, which might well be their intention, and revealing an arrogant disregard for both, what exactly does their unnecessary badmouthing accomplish — give them the rare opportunity to say “I told you so”? We all remember what happened to their “inevitable” and “unbeatable” favorites Tamyra Gray, LaToya London, Chris Daughtry, and Melinda Doolittle.
Such blatant jury tampering taints the contest and fuels cynicism about the whole endeavor, including Idol Gives Back, with the producers’ implicit approval, no less! That is just gobsmackingly dumb.
This week Tom Jicha published some interesting suggestions to improve American Idol. I have one of my own — replace the useless Randy and the embarrassing Paula with some independent thinkers. I think Clay would be a great judge with special empathy for the contestants. Mark McGrath has an encyclopedic knowledge of popular music and would balance Simon’s appalling lack thereof.
sarah,
thanks for the scans. I always wondered what the AC on his guitar was for and seeing it on the tatoo makes it obvious it is for his brother. I like the little things he does to show his support for his brother without making it a part of his story. And I never got the orange bracelet until someone else pointed it out that it was for a child who was sick. He doesn’t make these into issues but it shows me what type of a person he is and I like that. I didn’t start as a Cookie fan but he had me with “Hello”. I’ve been a cookster ever since. Of course, I like others such as Jason, Carly, and sometimes MJ and Little David. I like to appreciate them all but end up really pulling for one eventually. This year is more like Season 5 for me when I liked Daughtry, Bucky, Taylor, Elliott, and Ace. Last year was kind of indifferent for me. I didn’t think I would ever vote again-but i’m back :)
terrie,
I agree, the timing of the Larry King show was such a faux pas. It’s nice to maybe talk about IGB and if asked about this year, maybe talk about some of the performances but to talk about who they think will win and who they don’t like is a disservice, imo. I’ll be throwing some votes to Jason just for the under the bus throwing. Besides the fact that I like his style. Not everyone has to be the same.
I don’t see it as a disservice. The judges aren’t voting, the public is.
It makes no difference what they think, as we’ve known who they preferred for weeks.
I, too, would sign Kristy over Jason.
NOLA…….I would like to invite you over to the Jason bandwagon……I am also secretary of the Brooke wagon…and treasurer of the Michael ..david and david wagons….I also like carly, kristy, and syesha on occasion….I am a LoVaH of idols…I have idolmania…….HELP me
All this after Simon called Jason a frotrunner? I think they’re peeved because of his laidback attitude.
I think Randy is on the deaf side. He can’t appreciate anything that’s not loud.
That was such obvious de-pimping. They’re scared.
Booooooooooo
In no way, though, were the above unbeatable. All had major chinks in the armor…mainly because of lack of personality or smugness. You pick. Archie is going to the finale. If there is a fanbase that votes blindly, it is his. He doesn’t even have to sing well…it would take him imploding from here till the top 3 for him to get booted. That’s how far ahead I think Archie is. DCook is just SOLID. For whatever personality he may have lacked, TPTB have been working overtime to give him an extra push in the media. Simon gave him the warning about “smugness” early, before it could hurt him, and DCook followed the advice smartly. You cannot compare the likes of Melinda Doolittle versus DCook, Archie, or even MJ. Not even in the same ballpark.
Re: Randy and his ‘throwing Jason under the bus’….To tell you the truth, Jason threw himself under the bus. This is the seventh season of American Idol. Nobody can say that they or someone close to them is unaware of how the Idol game is played. You can make that finale with less than stellar vocals ala. Blake Lewis if you are smart about it. Blake changed it up and was just unique enough to squeak by. In previous years, Jason may have stood out more. But this year is chalk full of power singers, rockers etc. Jason has to know that he has to switch it up. But has it crossed anyone’s mind that maybe he CAN’T switch it up? That what we see now is all he can give? That is fine…Randy did say on LKL that not every singer is meant for Idol. I think Jason and his act just isn’t showstopping to enough people to warrant ‘frontrunner’ status. I’m sure people can say the same for MJ, DCook, or Archie, but you have to admit…when a ‘wow’ moment is needed, one or all of the three frontrunners usually delivers.
Each to their own. For me a wow moment was in both Daydream AND Hallelujah.
David A was my fav before I set eyes on Jason during top 24. David A paled in comparison. It is about charisma.
You’re welcome weelassie. :)
Welcome back to the “voter club”. Hee!
I totally think the finale will be David vs David with MJ coming in 3rd. What’s funny though is the biggest wow moment of the season for me this year was Jason’s Hallelujah. Billlie Jean was a close second.
I know all about seeing someone “depimped” as I vividly recall Simon going on Leno the night before the final 3 performed and pretty much said Elliott wouldn’t make it to the finale… umm… thanks. The LKL thing may energize Jason’s fanbase even more.
I sincerely hope that more people return to the “voter club”. I hope more Jason fans give up their non-voting stance to keep him safe. I did not vote much last season but I feel invested again this season.
Since I’m a non voter, I just try to figure out who will win/has the best voice and see if I’m right. Jason is a cute guy but I don’t get the dedication. He’s one of the weakest people left. Keeping him over people who are giving better performances might make for good TV though. Does David Cook have a fan site similiar to the Soul Patrol or Claymates? The names are always so cheesy, it would be funny to hear what his is called. Cookie’s cooks/crumpets?
I guess I’d have to disagree about Michael’s personality. I think he’s goofy, a little dorky, and charming all rolled into his hunky exterior. He does have a little bit of a sarcastic sense of humor as you could see when asked about what song he and David C would like to sing.
I don’t have a problem with the judges predicting an all David final 2 because it’s what a lot of us are saying. I’d love Michael to get to the top 3 of course but my real goal is for him to make to top 5. I don’t think either he or David C need to win and may be better if they don’t. I don’t completely agree with them that Michael needs to do bluesy type songs all of the time. I think he can do very well with rock and has in the past. I just wish they’d let him do Never Tear us Apart during 80’s week because I think he would have smoked it like he’s done the last couple of weeks.
I still like Jason and hope he outlasts Kristy, Syesha, and Brooke.
Word Nerds
Fansite for DC is here.
Thanks for the fansite link. That looks very professional. Word Nerds is hilarious.
JPfan, it’s all in the eye/ear of the beholder. Weak is an opinion, not a fact. It’s a subjective opinion. Just because a person’s voice or musical style is not your favorite, does not mean that it’s not worthy of the dedication of the people who enjoy it.
Looking at the picture above, I just realized that there is a 4 year difference between each of the contestants right now - 17 year-old David A, 21 year-old Jason, 25 year-old David C and 29 year-old Michael. I have too much free time. (Or I should be working. LOL.)
People vote for many different reasons on Idol - voice, persona, back story, blue eyes, cute friends so I shouldn’t be surprised at anyone’s fan base. I don’t think Jason is anything special and obviously that’s JMO.
I think these dolts seem to forget that they fell all over themselves when Michael did Bohemian Rhapsody, and that sure wasn’t blue eyed soul. On one hand I understand where they are coming from. For me Michael’s Otis Redding audition was what caught my eye, definitely a “woah” moment for me. I didn’t mind the rock thing and I liked his Light My Fire, I liked his Queen medley…but last week he was amazing. Weeks ago Simon told him he was waiting for him to connect with the right song and have his moment, that was it last week so now that they saw what he’s capable of they’re gonna lock him in that box. I prefer a little versatility though.
Couldn’t agree more with everything you said bean. MJ does have a great personality, have you seen him doing interviews? He is a pro. I actually not only love him because of his talent but for the great sweet humble guy he is.
Anyways, I also accepted the fact that he probably won’t make it to the finale but I am hoping he gets to Top 4 at least. He has so much potential to have a great career in music.
I hate TPTB for not letting MJ perform INXS “Never Tear Us Apart” on the show.
He reallyw oudl have killed with that song.
dulce.. I agree with your post.
I don’t believe Jason has it in him to change it up either. It would be nice if he could, but I don’t see it happening.
I didn’t get David C. until Billie Jean. I didn’t care so much for Michael until last week. When I finally did care I did a utube search on him and realized I’ve not seen the Michael on there on AI and I wonder why.
Well, I have to disagree about Jason “switching it up.” What is he supposed to do, exactly? Disco? Oh, never mind. He already did Andy Gibb.
Is Archie switching it up? Nope, he’s getting by on power ballads.
I think it’s smart to stay true to your style. Not everyone will like it, of course. I’m not a fan of power ballads, so I’m not particularly impressed with Archuletta. He’s staying with what he does best, and it seems to be working for him.
I still think Michael could be the *gasp* unexpected early boot. I’d expect to see the Davids and one girl -hopefully Brooke- in the top 4. I’d be happy with Jason or Carly in 4th slot.
Exactly. The judges are extremely inconsistent. Archuleta pretty much never switches it up, neither does Syesha, but they don’t get called out on it. Instead they would rather tell Jason he’s boring for turning country/disco/whatever else into something very pleasant that almost anyone of any age can relate to, and tell Carly that she’s just ok for taking an up-tempo country song and making it a very pretty ballad.
Jason is my favorite (with David Cook in close second), but he most likely won’t win. He deserves to be in the top 4, but I’m expecting him to go home after top 6. That is, based on the performances so far. Who knows what will happen? Maybe David cook will fall off the stage and Jason will surprise the judges with another Hallelujah.
Pretty much I just want KLC to go this week. If Jason goes before she does then I’ll be convinced that the producers fixed it.
jpfan-
David Cooks fans just call themselves THE DC FAN TEAM! They have a really funny website www.davidcooktheamericanidol.com.