I wasn't going to watch Idol this season. But after some complaints along the line of missing out on water cooler talk of it here, I caved and watched the first night. So here are my thoughts. If you hate Idol and all things television (you know who you are) - please come back because I will have other thoughts on other days. PROMISE.
Please note that since I've been so busy watching the Bachelor try to figure out who he really loves and all the Biggest Losers melt away the pounds...I've not seen much of the competition since the early auditions. So most of these people were brand new to me tonight.
Michael Jackson songs? As usual - a category I know little about. So the songs were new for me, too.
Lil - Hey, a song I actually knew! I thought she was a great start to the night - she looked really comfortable on the stage and seemed confident in who she is. I thought she did a good job with the song, although I agreed with Simon that the second half was better than the first. I also agreed with Simon on the outfit - it did not work for me.
Scott - I remember him from auditions and do recall crying over him that very first week. I didn't love the song, but I thought he did a good job singing AND playing it. He played the daylights out of that thing and he'd only just learned it this week!
Danny - I remember him (and also cried over his story) from auditions week. I loved the look, and I really loved how he engaged the crowd. He's a good people person. The song itself was weird, but I thought he did a good job and I want him to stay around for a good long time.
Michael - I liked the song - never would have pegged it for a Michael Jackson song. But I thought he lost the tune in the middle and it seemed to me he was just singing it at the crowd rather than bringing them into it like Danny did. But it was okay.
Jasmine - Given that she's only 17, I thought the song seemed kind of old on her - and the judges thought so too. I love it when I match up with them! I do think she has a great voice, though.
Kris - He is a cutie - and I can't believe he's only been married 5 months and is now away doing this! That's got to be tough. Non-musically related - I thought the judges were way out of line for promoting the cuteness and especially saying he should have hidden the wife for a while. From the look on her face after that comment, I'd say she didn't love it either! But back to singing - he was really fun and connected well with the audience.
Allison - I couldn't believe she is only 16! She has tons of confidence in who she is and in being on that stage. I kinda liked her voice. Why do I always end up really liking the rockers when I don't even like that kind of music?
Anoop - Uh oh, Anoop! I think he could be in trouble tonight. He was a wild card pick, right? And he didn't do an amazing job - although I'm not sure it was as bad as the judges said. I think he could be really good though, so I hope he's got enough to pull him through to next week.
Jorge - I didn't love the song and I didn't love the performance. I think he could be in trouble this week too. I don't remember him from auditions - and I didn't see him in the top 36 - so I don't know if this was an accurate show of his skill...or not.
Megan - She kind of reminds me of Carly from last season. I know the Rockin' Robin song and didn't think she did a great job with it. Simon said she was clumsy and awkward, and I'd agree with that. I was thinking high school talent show.
Adam - And THIS is where I didn't even remotely meet up with the judges. He was better than I thought he was going to be, although I remained a bit scared for most of his song. But I did NOT get why Paula was crying and shaking - and then he was crying back. It kind of exhausted me.
Matt - When I first saw him, I thought - whoa that guy looks like Justin Timberlake! And then the judges mentioned that later, so I'm sure he'll love that constant comparison. I liked the song and the piano with it - good, I thought.
Alexis - Hey, I used to have that hair! The cut, not the color. I didn't like the outfit AT ALL. But, much like Allison, I think she knows who she is as a singer and she did a good job on the stage.
Two go home tomorrow, right? I'd say just based on tonight - Anoop and Jorge.
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haha I just did my idol post! We are almost spot on!
I don't think Scott was very good though, sure he can play the piano GREAT but it's not about that. I am loving Allison what talent for such a young age. That dude Adam was in Wicked for quite sometime, they talked about him in the first auditions doing that. Jorge was much better in his top 36 performance
My picks too!! Had fun eating with you tonight...I'll get some pics on here sometime soon! :)
Phats - I know it's not about the piano, but he is still good!! I think that Alexis was playing the same card as Megan with her outfit.
Jaye - It was so good to see you too and after I got home I realized I should have asked if the Holland Household was going to do the traditional picks for Idol! Are ya?
Well, last night I was unimpressed by a few who had performed better in auditions.
Lil didn't have a great night...I'm going to attribute that to the song, because I know she can sing, but she reminds me too much of Fantasia and that's not a compliment.
I initially like Jasmine, but I think she's a bit out of her league. She should come back in a couple years.
I really like Kris. I had no idea who he was until the semi-finals, but he is consistent and likeable.
Scott, Matt and Jorge are just okay. Of the three, Matt has the most potential.
Megan drives me batty. I just don't care for her voice or her crazed dancing.
Michael is very likeable, but out of his depth. He will last a couple more rounds on personality, then be out.
Anoop is on the chopping block, even though I think he has potential. He chose very poorly last night.
Danny, Allison, Alexis and Adam have the most potential to stay the course and, I believe one of these four will win.
I have loved Danny all along. He's a great singer, he looks comfortable on stage, he knows who he is and he's very consistent.
Allison's voice isn't my favorite type to listen to, but I cannot deny her obvious talent. This is someone who was born to sing and it's very easy to forget how young she is...until the interview!
Alexis is good, but last night wasn't her best. Of the top four, she's my least favorite.
And then there is Adam. If I had to pick the winner today, I would choose Adam. Hands down, he is immensely talented, completely ready to record and perform. He has incredible stage presence and I firmly believe he knows who he is as an artist and will work hard to be successful. He's my favorite.
Sorry, didn't mean to make this so long! Going home tonight? Sadly, probably Anoop and either Jasmine or Jorge.
I should also add that I'm greatly torn between Danny and Adam as my favorites.
I hope it comes down to those two, because then they will both be successful, but I would hate to have to make the choice.
And now I am done...until after tonight's show!
Christina - I LOVED your comment!! Never too long here in Bekahland. :) I'll admit I am surprised you like Adam so much. Not that he's bad - he just didn't seem "your type." But maybe you'll win me over to him a little more.
No convincing necessary on Danny. :D
haha I had to go to the AI website because I read "Michael" in your post and couldn't remember who he was! It's the oil rigger! He totally is forgettable, so the only thing he has to keep him memorable is his oil rigging job. Since you didn't mention that, I couldn't remember him! SO glad to see you're watching Idol again- did you give it up for Lent or something? I gave up meat- I think I'll be vegetarian for life now. anyways - I didn't like Adam at first, but now I do. I just think it's kind of rigged that he was already doing well in the music industry with theater beofre Idol. But it's no scandal like the JoAnna Pacitti thing. A LOVED Alexis' outfit! I bought a black onesie just like it this weeK! (I can feel your eyerolls, Bekah!)
Anyways, I predict the final 3 to be Danny, Lil and Adam with Adam winning. We'll see. For now, I predict Anoop or Megan to go home next week. I don't get the hype about Kris-Kris is forgettable, but he did something quirky by playing the acoustic guitar which stuck out, plus he spells his name with a K. Ugh. Loove Lil, Scott is a good performer and a mediocre singer, but he gets sympathy votes from the voters which should keep him around for a while. Same with Danny, but he's got a silky voice. Love Alison, Megan is too pretty and not talented enough, and I don't get Matt's appeal either. He's too vanilla. I miss you, Bekah! We must txt and message on blogs to keep up with AI and eachother! Toodles!
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