Performance Videos! with very special thanks to rockers94…awesome ripping…
- Michael Johns - “Go Your Own Way” by Fleetwood Mac
- Jason Castro - “I Just Want to Be Your Everything” by Andy Gibb
- Luke Menard - “Killer Queen” by Queen
- Robbie Carrico - “Hot Blooded” by Foreigner
- Danny Noriega - “Superstar” by Leon Russell - Danny’s video package.
- David Hernandez - “Papa Was a Rolling Stone” by The Undisputed Truth
- Jason Yeager - “Long Train Running” by the Doobie Brothers
- Chickezie - “I Believe to My Soul” by Donny Hathaway
- David Cook - “All Right Now” by Free
- David Archuleta - “Imagine” by John Lennon
Tonight, the guys take on the 70’s with mixed results. A few of the contestants improved on their performance from last week, perhaps buying them another week (Chikezie, Luke Menard). Others disappointed (Michael Johns). Others brought it (David Cook, David Hernandez). There were also those who could have taken a giant dump on the stage and it would not have mattered (OK, only one–David Archuleta who apparently has already been crowned winner. Should I bother watching the rest of this shiz?)
Tonight’s video packages feature a theme, “What People Would Be Surprised to Know About Me” Or not.
Randy tells the contestants, “Dude (as in the royal DUDE) make sure you’re in it to win it!” Paula seems coherent tonight. Unfortunately. And Simon is as cranky as ever.
Michael Johns - “Go Your Own Way” by Fleetwood Mac - Mid tempo songs are always a gamble on Idol, where the glory note reigns supreme. If a contestant chooses a mid-tempo song, the vocal needs to be impeccable, and unique. Unfortunately, Micheal chooses a song that not only doesn’t show off his voice, but reveals his vocal limitations. Those high notes are rough, man. Lucky for Michael, he’s got so much momentum at this point, his fan base will sustain him to the next round. Randy says, “Nice way to start off…I was ready for you to let go, you didn’t quite go there…I liked it, you’re a good singer.” Paula said, “You’re consistent, got the whole crowd working, you’re charismatic….I think you’re already there.” Simon tells it like it is, “It was by far your weakest performance of the entire competition. It’s what I call, coasting along, a song like that. And it was a very weak choice of song for you.” Michael becomes a little flustered by Simon’s bad critique and nearly mows down Ryan when he misses his cue to leave the stage. I like Micheal’s voice, I hope he steps it up and picks a better song next week. Fun fact: Micheal is a jock. He plays tennis!
I want a Mac book Air. That is all.
Jason Castro - “I Just Wanna Be Your Everything” by Andy Gibb - I think the song choice is clever. It starts off well, with Jason on guitar, but unfortunately, bandzilla joins in and completely overwhelms his vocals. This would have been an awesome acoustic performance. Nevertheless, I’m still firmly on the Jason bandwagon. Of course, the judges critique him for playing the guitar, as if it’s a crutch. Randy says, “Singing with the guitar, it’s cool as an act. The vocals just weren’t that great.” Paula says, “I don’t think it was as bad as you heard it, Randy. I think you made a clever choice with the song…I liked your musical interpretation…next week I would like to see you without the guitar and be more vulnerable as an artist.” Simon says, “I thought the song was horrible, because it was too schmaltzy, it didn’t suit your voice, it didn’t go together this week. You looked very uncomfortable with that song.” Simon then goes on about “all the song choices”–and you know, the truth is, the contestants have a very small pool to choose from–STFU Simon. He adds, “You didn’t do yourself any favors tonight.” Fun Fact: Jason has no facts. He hates doing interviews. Is his charming lack of affect a put on? I don’t think so.
Luke Menard - “Killer Queen” by Queen - Luke has an unusual falsetto voice, and I think he picked a great song for his vocals. It’s too bad contestants don’t get points for singing a difficult song. Queen is difficult, and I think Luke handled the challenge very well. Luke is unpimped, but I think his decent performance and good looks could buy him another week. Randy says, “You chose a very tough, tough song. I like you better this week than last week…this seems to be a little more your wheelhouse. I thought it was pretty good.” Paula says, “I’m so glad this week was a great week for you…I think you picked the perfect song…” Simon says, “I think it was a mistake. You’re always going to be judged by the original. The singer of that song had originality and charisma. You didn’t…you suffered by comparison.” Fun Fact: Luke was part of an a’cappella group, Chapter 6. But, we knew that.
Ryan chats with Robbie. A discussion ensues about Robbie’s “authenticity”, or lack thereof. Ryan mentions Simon’s remarks from last week. Robbie rolls his eyes and tells Simon,”Get used to it!” He’s here’s he’s….whatever.
Robbie Carrico - “Hot Blooded” by Foreigner - This is perfect. A fake rock singer singing fake 70’s rock! Ok, sorry, but in my book, Foreigner is just one of the many reasons why 70’s mainstream rock is so effing lame. Not a great choice for Robbie to prove his rock cred. And, still, with the cheesy hand gestures. The song is about being super-horny, but his vocal lacks the urgency to be convincing. I’d like him better if he actually embraced the cheese. Randy says, “I don’t know if the rock thing is really, really your thing. It doesn’t have enough ahhhh! to be a rock voice.” Paula says, “I think that you played it a little safe this week.” Robbie seems annoyed by the criticisms. Simon says, “You don’t have to get so defensive about it, it’s only an opinion. Actually, I thought the vocal was OK tonight.” Fun Fact: Robbie used to bang Britney Spears likes drag racing.
Danny Noriega - “Superstar” by Leon Russell - I can hear a really good voice underneath all the posturing, I really can. Danny needs to just sing, and forget everything else. Tonight, he tones down the facial ticks and the dramatics, but he’s now a little tentative. He needs to find a way to let his vocals, and the meaning of the song, shine through. He’s not quite there yet. Again, bandzilla drowns out the vocals. Could somebody please turn down the band? Randy says, “I felt like you were thinking while you were singing…let it go.” Paula says, “You’ve got amazing vocal skill…don’t over think it…just perform.” Simon, “This was better, not a fantastic vocal…but you stand out in the crowd, you’re interesting…you look great on camera.” Danny admits that Simon was right about last week’s performance, and he kinda apologizes for giving him the snaps. Heh. I agree with Simon. Danny’s likability is going to advance him to next week, and maybe the Top 12. Fun fact: Danny used to be in a crappy punk rock band when he was a freshman in high school.
David Hernandez - “Papa was a Rolling Stone” by the Undisputed Truth - David ditches the nerves this week. He gets loose, starting from the top of the stairs, working the camera as he makes his way down to the stage. He’s picked a showy song that allows him to bust out some fancy vocal chops, including a great big glory note at the end. Paula gives him a standing ovation. So far, it’s the best vocal of the night. Randy says, “Now this is the David Hernandez we fell in love with. That was hot right there.” Paula says, “Your voice is so pure, it pierces right to the heart…your personality came out this week…perfect.” Simon adds, “This may surprise you…this was the best vocal of the night so far…I like the fact that when you are given some criticism, you don’t sulk, you take it as a challenge.” David looks like he’s going to pass out, he’s so happy. David is definitely still in the game. Fun Fact: David did gymnastics when he was a little kid. He won medals, and stuff.
Jason Yeager - “Long Train Running” by the Doobie Brothers - This performance is so much better than last week. Yeah, the dancing is a little corny, but there is no denying Jason can sing. He brought a credible soulful vibe to his performance this week, a few little pitchy things here and there, but a solid performance. However, the judges rip him to shreds. Randy says, “…It’s not a singer’s kind of song…pitchy and karaoke, I didn’t get it.” Paula, says, “It was fun to see this side of you…it’s a song that doesn’t have that many notes in it…be careful to pick singer songs.” Simon says, “Last week was boring, this week it was just awkward and ordinary…and that horrific ending, I don’t know what you were doing there…it was like you were drunk at a party…I’m quite disappointed.” Poor Jason looks so confused about what he should do next. He’s got a big ole’ target on his back–there might not be a next time. Fun Fact: Jason is self-taught on the guitar and piano.
Chikezie - “I Believe to My Soul” by Donny Hathaway - Chikezie steps it up from last week. Not only does he ditch the fugly suit, but he steps out of the ballad box to prove he can bring grit and soul to an uptempo number. Chikezie introduces Donny Hathaway’s daughter from the background vocal group. Season 5 fans know all about Donny’s daughter–Elliott Yamin introduced her back then. Randy says, “Chikezie is back America…this is the guy we fell in love with.” Paula says, “Very clever to pick a song and a story…brilliant, it was fun.” Simon, “You look better, you sounded better, clever choice of song, a million times better than last week.” Chikezie confesses, “I let you get to me, that’s what messed me up.” and then, “I’d wear that suit [from last week] again, but not on TV, you can’t do that, only you would do that.” Simon says, “Just when I’ve begun to like you again, you’ve become obnoxious.” The banter is cheeky. All is forgiven. Fun Fact: Chikezie, and his name are both Nigerian. The true pronunciation of his name is beautiful.
David Cook - “All Right Now” by Free - David accompanies himself on electric guitar tonight. David knows just how to tweak his raspy rock vocals to get the most out of a song. Tonight, he plays to the crowd rather than the camera, and it works. Visually, it looks like concert footage. I like the song arrangement–at one point, David stops playing, grabs the mic off the stand, sings part of the chorus, and then it’s back to the guitar. Randy says, “… You got the Marshal, the Les Paul, the whole 9 yards…you are the real rocker of the boys this year.” Paula says, “The band is on fire tonight…David you are the real deal…very smart very fun.” Simon, “It was solid, it was sort of believable. I don’t think the film helped you…from tennis, to drag racing to crosswords. It’s boring. I don’t think you have a lot of charisma….” David interrupts Simon at this point to say, “Fortunately, I don’t have to win you over with my charisma, I’ve got to win these people over.” Simon’s eyes bug out. He’s visibly pissed. Note to David, no matter how well you sing, you undermine yourself when you behave like a whiny douche bag. Just shut up and take the criticism. The audience is on your side. Fun fact: David is a self-confessed “Huge word-nerd”. He loves crossword puzzles and word searches. Obviously Simon thinks it’s boring, but Paula sez women like smart men.
David Archuleta - “Imagine” by John Lennon - YAY communism! YAY atheism! Does David really understand what this song is about? I don’t think so. He only sings the non-controversial verse that’s all about peace, love and understanding, and he’s able to imbue some real feeling into the song. Don’t get me wrong, I know David can sing. But the judges hyperbole and outrageous pimping of David is a big turn-off. Randy starts the whole OMG!!! He’s Only 17!!! crap again this week, and I despair when I realize Randy will be pulling that one out again, week after week. He really should just play tape recordings of his Jordin Sparks critiques from last year and be done with it. Randy says, “…one of the best vocals I’ve ever heard on this show. That was brilliant!” Paula is crying, “One of the most beautiful performances I’ve ever heard…you are destined for super stardom.” Simon says, “You are the one to beat…there are 19 very miserable contestants tonight.” UGH. Enough already. Fun Fact: David won Star Search when he was 13. David met the Season 1 finalists when he was 11 years old. He sang for them, and impressed Kelly Clarkson. In the grainy video footage, David gets big kudos from Kelly. I imagine this is supposed to be significant–Kelly, the current AI, at the time, meeting the future AI…
Oh, how perfect that footage will work in the finale night winners montage! Sigh.
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Anyone else feel a little sorry for Danny? I think Danny’s voice is leaps and bounds better than David A’s, but it seems like his parents didn’t put him through the same pageant rigors that David A’s did. If Danny had the same training and experience that David A does, I think Danny would blow him out of the water.
This is exactly making PJ’s point that he is the male equivalent of a pageant performer.
And XO, preach it sista!
Just got finished watching. I think that Robbie is severely underrated. I thought he was really, really good.
I think Jason Castro’s time is starting to run out. We saw how incredible he can do with really mellow songs, but I thought that what he did was almost identical to what he did last week. He’s good, but if that’s ALL he can do then he’s not going to stay long.
David Hernandez: EXCELLENT tone. I thought he was the 2nd best tonight.
…and what can I say that hasn’t been said about Archuleta? He was simply incredible.
Overall, the guys were really good.
Can we get a list of songs that David A sang on Star Search? I would laugh like there’s no tomorrow if he sang the same songs now and won…and then someone let Simon know…bwahahahah
Up the thread various mjers were saying Danny was too gay and young to be believable on Superstar. Maybe I don’t get the lyrics, but isn’t it about someone with a crush on a touring singer? I think teenagers since the beginning of time have been falling in love with touring singers. And I would think especially teenage boys, with male singers.
Agree on Jason Y and Robbie for the boot.
Michael Johns - “Go Your Own Way” - That was awful! And they didn’t even call him on his strained high notes. Must be nice to be blessed like that.
Jason Castro - “I Just Want to Be Your Everything” - never mind that I hate that song, but he wasn’t as on as last week either.
Luke Menard - “Killer Queen” - very challenging song to sing. A huge improvement over last week, altho a bit theatrical w/ his movements. Not sure how telling everyone you sing perfect acapello is going to help you when you then don’t sing perfectly.
Robbie Carrico - “Hot Blooded” - Ummm..yeah. Not the best song. Better last week.
Danny Noriega - “Superstar” - I liked his Elvis better last week, actually; Not nuts about this song, but he didn’t do anything offensive.
David Hernandez - “Papa Was a Rolling Stone” - Finally someone who really delivered. He was surprisingly good last week in the opening spot, and continued very well here.
Jason Yeager - “Long Train Running” - OK, he can sing fine, but he just looks like he should be singing in a hotel. Last week he smiled too much thru the song & did the same here. I think he’s gone, which is not surprising.
Chickezie - “I Believe to My Soul” - huge improvement for him over last week. Didn’t do it as well as Elliott.
David Cook - “All Right Now” - I liked him better than I thought last week, and I thought he did well this week too. Didn’t care for the wink. Hair is still too weird.
David Archuleta - “Imagine” - I know this kid can sing, I know his voice is smooth, and I know these idols must never touch “Imagine” again. This song is too iconic and if they want to try it, they have to leave it be. Too many runs. Also - I’m thinking he left off the best verse (opening verse - Imagine there’s no heaven) - because he’s a mormon. I don’t think I’ve ever seen anyone in Idol start a song in the middle.
Once again David H proved his mettle by brilliantly arranging a classic to suit his style. It was absolute perfection.
Robbie Carrico did a fair job on “Hot Blooded”, but he still lacks that fire. Not sold on him as a rocker. David Cook came across as the true rocker last nite.
Sidenote, my 17 year old daughter watched for the first time last night. She likes Archuleta the best. She couldn’t get over how handsome Danny N is :) I agree, he’s plum purty, lol.
ETA: Chikezie! Now that’s the way it’s done baby.
First week of semis last season, I recall Simon saying Kiki was the one to beat. I remember thinking Melinda was better than Kiki and that SHE was the one to beat. Second week of the semis Melinda did My Funny Valentine and PWNED everyone on the stage. Both of them advanced to the top 10 but neither won, but nobody was pimped until the finals and then it was Jordin, (Simon never seemed too convinced).
Season 5, despite my firm membership in the Soul Patrol, I could see the mostly unseen and underpimped Elliott surprising everyone based on his vocals in the semis. He did.
This season I have same feeling about David Hernandez. I thought he was one to watch in Hollywood. I don’t think he can win it (the American Idol for season 7 hath been foretold) but he will go much further than the judges expect. David’s performance was sexy and his vocals were great.
I have mixed feelings about David Archuleta. He’s got a GREAT voice, although he sounds a little like Peter Brady (”It’s time to change…”) in a couple places. He is adorable. He’s got a crazy number tween/teen fangirls voting for him. My daughter was petting the TV screen when he sang yesterday, heh.
If he wins, I won’t be heartbroken, but he’s not my cup of tea personally. He’s there because High School Musical and Hannah Montana are the biggest thing right now for album sales. The Disney demographic: Moms and Grannys who will buy his clean, wholesome pop music for the kids, and the kids who clamor for him.
I think Jordin was the PTB’s first attempt to stake a claim in the land of Disney. The problem was (I think) last season saw declining ratings in all demographics, especially the very same ones who buy Disney products. She didn’t have the Disneyesque buildup via a television vehicle. There was no focus on her background and that all led to there being insufficient emotional investment by the customers. Now? I hear Jordin’s single ALL THE TIME in Radio Disney, which we have on in the car for our daughter. That’s probably why the 19Alphabet people are co-branding and cross marketing a new American Idol attraction at Disney World and why David A came of age at EXACTLY the right time. But I digress…
Chikesie was better this week. I think he’ll survive to the top 12 because he’s the only black male r&b singer in the group.
Micheal Johns was a bit better at the start and fell apart as he went. Listening to him without being able to watch it wasn’t as bad, but he looked extremely uncomfortable up there, which was odd. He seems to have a lot of fans (I’m not one) and should survive an off week. I recall Taylor’s performance week 2 of the semis was very ‘meh’.
I liked the acoustic portions of Jason Castro’s performance best but when the band kicked in it was overpowering. It’s a disco song, and not really something I would have picked for a singing competition. That said, I don’t know what songs they had to choose from… Still, he’s got something special and should make it to the top 12.
Luke was better this week. He still was overshadowed vocally by the other guys. Purty as he is, and he IS purty, I think he’s gone this week or next. He may go home this week.
David Cook surprised me. I haven’t liked him much this season, but I (a) like word nerds, and (b) think he looked more comfortable rockin’ with the guitar. It was an excellent song choice.
I’m not feeling it with Robbie. He’s a poser, trying to hard to be a rawker. His performance was kareoke. He may go home this week.
Jason Y - I was hoping he’d knock it out of the park. I want to support the underdog, but he didn’t do anything to distinguish himself. He’s got a nice voice, but he’s an also ran, sadly. I think he goes home.
Danny - I get a huge kick out of this kid. First, he’s one of the prettiest boys I recall on the show. He got a nice enough voice and he’s such an adorable, sassy little sprite. That personality (and some folks at VFTW) will keep him around for a good long time. I’ll look forward to it. I thought his performance was a little wobbly but it showed a very different side of him and I think that works for him.
All that being said…
Me too, Judy. I don’t think I’ll ever get season 5 out of my system.
Dov -
You crack me up! but listen up: I love Josiah too. Not that way, but in a MOTHERLY way (and I appreciate his music a lot). I will be keeping my eye on you buddy. ;)
Sarah,
I joked last night that I like gay strippers (well, I do, heh) but I like David Hernandez regardless of his… previous performing experience and couldn’t care less about his private life. None of my business - I just like hearing him sing.
See you round the ‘hood later, folks!
Speaking of copy-catting, did anyone else feel that Jason Y. was trying to channel Taylor by 1) singing Doobie Brothers 2) mentioning how he was trying sing with heart and soul (nice reference to Taylor’s book) and 3) doing the weird hand motion thing to the band at the end? I don’t know how to explain it, but his smile creeped me out. Honestly, I thought he should be singing on a cruise ship somewhere.
I think Danny is a hoot.
David H. was really pretty good, especially in the latter half of the song. And speaking of George Michael, who here knows George Michael’s version of that song? It is great. George Michael is a seriously underrated singer, and David H., while good, couldn’t quite measure up to that version.
I do not get David Cook at all. I truly cannot stand him, and the comments to Simon didn’t help one bit.
Michael Johns was terrible. Luke is a cutie. Robbie is forgettable. Jason Castro has beautiful skin but I want to pour a whole bottle of shampoo on him. I think it was nice how he took that Andy Gibb song and made it more current–he should have gotten some credit for that.
Going Home: Jason Y. and David C.
My first log-in of the season is to have my prayers for Jason Castro documented, lol. Those eyes are mesmerizing, and right now, he’s the only one I’m invested in. Sure, David’s cute, but like others have said - he’s AI’s ticket to the next wave of “boybands”. Remember *NSYNC? Remember NKOTB? Well, kids, it’s been ten years…these things come in waves, and the Jonas Brothers are starting it up again.
I’ve got nothing against David A., but Jason’s the only one I’ll really miss if he gets the boot on Thursday.
And Tara, I literally LOL’d a few posts back when you quoted the Brittnam twin.
RE: Jason Castro - “I Just Want to Be Your Everything” by Bee Gees
Somebody might have corrected this already, but I believe it was their late brother ( the youngest one ), Andy Gibb who did the song ( he never actually “joined” the Bee Gees, although technically, he is a BG — Brother Gibb ).
I can see David A’s talent… I’m just not feeling him. He’s being so force-fed down our throats. Plus, I don’t think he totally connects with what he’s singing, though I could be wrong about that. Still, I just can’t make myself want him to win…
Course, that would describe this whole season for me thus far. No one’s stepped out and really made me want to vote for them. I liked David H last night; I liked Brooke & Kristy Lee from their auditions. But no one has really blown me away yet. Sad.
Just thought I would post a link to Imagine by John Lennon. This is the way the song should be song………subtle, pure and simple.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jEOkxRLzBf0&feature=related
And as you can hear it is only the piano you hear first and no guitar and no runs.
Didn’t like it, what he did with the song but he can sing.
http://www.tmz.com/2008/02/27/idol-contestant-wigs-out/
So robbie wears wigs. hah.
That was some tongue-bath they gave David A. last night. Heck, they tongue-bathed him, rubbed fine oils into his skin, and swaddled him in 500-count egyptian cotton sheets. Yes, his performance was good, but why was that not called cabaret or theatrical?
Michael Johns sounded bad. Pitch was rank; rhythm was awkward, like he was half a beat off. He’s built up enough goodwill to sail on to next week though.
Sheesh, AI, why you gotta break my spirit like that? I loved Jason C.’s performance. He’s the only one I could listen to over and over again.
I don’t know if that’s a wig Robbie is wearing, but something is up with his hair. Maybe they ratted Scarnato’s old extensions and snapped them to Robbie’s head.
I’ve been listening to the mp3 of Jason Castro’s performance and I have to say that while he doesn’t have a great voice by Idol’s standards, he has an awesome recording voice. He sounds current, for a lack of a better word, and definitely could be a credible artist in today’s market. You can listen and download the mp3 at rickey’s.
http://www.rickey.org/?p=7173
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Loved David A. last night. Whether you like him or not, his vocals were spot on.
David C., Jacuzzi, and David H. all had good nights as well, IMO.
The Robbie wig-gate is hilarious. I went back and watched his performance again. It’s so glaringly obvious that I’m angry at myself for not noticing it.
Maybe he can share it with David C. so he won’t have the do the comb-over anymore. ;)
I got a couple of the artists wrong…I fixed it…
I am very sad for my dearest Michael, he really sucked last night.
Luke looked hot as ever, but did he actually sing something?? I was too busy drooling to notice.
I am giving it one more week, but I think I am truly starting to hate David Archuleta. NO ONE is that cute. He can sing, but he is way over hyped. He is good, he is not that good. He is just too polished. I like the bad boys.
OMG! OMG! OMG!
David A is ONLY 17! It’s amazing - he’s the first teenager they have had who can sing, let alone maybe win actually… What? Last year’s winner was ONLY 17 too? Oh, then why am I so excited?
I know that the dude-boy can sing, but honestly, must it be so overdone…
LOL Derrick. And a teenaged runner up one year too! OMG. Amazing.
Great post. LOL.
If poor Luke goes home this week, at least he got some nice publicity in for Chapter 6 on national teevee. I hope they saved his spot for him. ;)
I got a kick out of the guys grooving to Jason Castro’s performance. David H. and Luke were especially into it.
I totally and completely agree….I am, undeniably…..A DredHead
*swoon*
Nice recap, MJ. I didn’t pick up on the real reason Little David (can we call him little d?) didn’t sing the first verse of Imagine. Too bad he didn’t come clean when asked about it.
I believe that phrase is already trademarked.
He seems more like a Little Davie to me anyway. I wonder where Goliath is?
MJ, your recaps are always spot on. Thanks for all your effort.
I always look forward to your recaps. Thanks!
I am so glad SOMEONE has some sense about Archie-boy. Yes, he can sing and yes, he’s cute and all that - but c’mon folks, he’s not THAT good.
Here’s what I thought of the whole night: http://timbond.livejournal.com/170967.html
I found myself very tired of the show last night. We’ll see if I stick with it all season. Worse than so-so singing is the totally inconsistent remarks from the judges.
Hm. I just wish David A. had credited the style and interpretation of “Imagine” to Yolanda Adams, the way Daughtry eventually credited the style of “I Walk the Line” to Live and Elliott credited — with great joy — “A Song For You” to Donny Hathaway.
Randy seemed to be playing stupid by pretending that David’s version was so brilliant when he himself has probably heard 20 gospel acts sing the song in that manner.
Making it his? Um, making it Yolanda Adams’s.
I thought so. That just shows what a poser he really is. Just go chrome dome already like little D. Jason C better not go before this guy.
Wouldn’t it be hilarious if Robbie gets voted off this week….and after his sing-off…he’d bow and pull his wig off?
I’d soooo love that.
The LA Times article posted in the headline thread mentions that David A’s version of “Imagine” sounds suspiciously like Eva Cassidy’s. Take a listen and I think you will agree:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qVYpTFgeWwc
That’s it! I knew I’d heard it somewhere before. Katharine “borrowed” a bit from her in season 5 (SOTR). Eva had a flare for interpretation. I’m not going to hold my breath waiting for the PTB to mention they used others’ arrangements of these songs.
Actually Katharine’s version was more borrowed from Jane Monheit.
But yeah what David A. did with Imagine was nothing really that original.
I cannot see people actually paying good money to see Danny the diva in concert. IMO he is extremely annoying and thinks that he’s better than he actually is. I hope he goes , the sooner the better.
I fear that Jason , Robbie or Luke will go home when Danny boy was absolutely awful IMO.
What can we say about David A? Either you loveeee him or hate him cause of the pimping. :D
But you had to admit it, after 2 weeks, he is pretty consistent with his singing. So if he win the AI7 (with huge pimping) I will not be pissed of, cause I haven,t see someone really blow me away like Taylor or Elliot did in Season 5 and sometimes Kat and Chris too.
But it still only weeks 2 of the competition, someone maybe will step up and blowing every people next week beside David A. Lets wait and see.
So I don’t think season 7 is the best season ever like Ryan said so many time. But the male top 10 is better than season 6 male top 10 for sure.
David A. can definitely sing but that very audible inhalation between phrases bugs me to distraction. Maybe he can’t help it because of his past vocal cord troubles - I don’t know - but as a listener I’m afraid I find it immensely annoying. He’s like a singing Darth Vader. Yikes.
I also hated that version of Imagine with the white heat of a thousand suns. Killed the melody, killed the message. No thanks.
David H. was probably the one I enjoyed most this week. Aside from the cracked note right at the end I thought the vocal was excellent and he really put the lyrics across well. David Cook and Chikezie also impressed me a good deal, but Danny disappointed me. I thought he was fab and fun last week but this week I found him boring and lifeless. If he survives I hope he gets a more interesting song next week.