was up late last night and decided to read the David Cook thread on VFTW from the beginning. The first couple of pages of Cookà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s thread are really something. Someone posted a couple of his blog entries from 2006 where he writes about his brotherà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s illness. Ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s a revealing read and worth wading through the carp.

I actually read that as well. And they posted Cook’s entries on his Xanga blog (which Cook had removed during the contest)

Based on his blog entries, Cook sounded like a sweet guy (although he wasn’t as eloquent as he was on Idol)

Anyway, VFTW guys are losers for trying TOO HARD to make fun of contestants. They are just as worse as the rabid fans.

However, if you guys will notice—VFTW sounded more respectful of Cook (not REAL respectful but less harsh on Cook as compared to other Idols). I even remember reading that some of them BOUGHT his itunes and said it was actually good..but of course they would trash him again and say that probably his career would be ruined by Idol.

I dont really mind VFTW comments on Cook because it isnt really that harsh as compared with David Archuleta’s comments. Sometimes, their comments are funny.

They made fun of Cook’s tummy. Which, to me was really hilarious because it is something Ive noticed as well. However, for me Cook’s tummy is cute.

I actually felt uncomfortable reading it and hope it stays buried in amongst that trash. It does give a great insight into the kind of music he will write and the journey that is making him the man he is.

But, I think this except is his private self needing to express himself at a time of crisis. If he took it down, then should we respect that? He is going to have enough problems with fans who want to invade every facet of his life. There is a fine line between respecting an artist for their gift and their insights that will stimulate us and voyeurism.

I like that they all get along and respect each other. Great bunch of Idols this year.

I really think he has the potential to be the most successful Idol yet.

I agree completely. He has it all – the voice, the musicianship, the looks, the polish, the intelligence, and a wide appeal… there has never been an Idol winner who has had this much going for him (or her) coming off the show. I keep comparing him to Kelly in terms of potential, but she was nowhere near as ready as Cook is at this stage of the game.

His life experience to date has given him a maturity that belies his age, and his quiet self-assuredness is impressive. I just can’t believe how easily he’s slipped into his “celebrity shoes” and how well he handles the questions thrown at him. I was also touched that he gave Luke a shout out.

Cook’s comment about putting things into perspective in terms of his brother’s illness made a lot of sense, and explains his demeanor on the show, with the judges, etc. Plus he seems to have a solid plan going forward, which will help in negotiations, recording, etc. I don’t think anyone’s going to run over him when it comes to creating his album either.

ETA: I was up late last night and decided to read the David Cook thread on VFTW from the beginning. The first couple of pages of Cook’s thread are really something. Someone posted a couple of his blog entries from 2006 where he writes about his brother’s illness. It’s a revealing read and worth wading through the carp.

I’m so excited to be going to the tour! I like each and every one of the top ten, Jason and David C. as favorites but will be fun to see them all!

LK is definately not my favorite interviewer but I really enjoyed seeing the 10 in this type of interview format which is less frentic than what we have been seeing.

I have to say that to me this is definately the most talented, diverse, and interesting top ten EVER!

sorry, bad taste……

But i wanna ask here (cause I really wanna know) a question from another thread that belongs on this one.

Can anybody out there tell me what teen pop idol Jesse McCartney can add to Cook’s record, in the way of creative spark or musical flair? I listened to the kid on youtube, and I don’t get it……

You can really tell that Cookie is ready for stardom by the looks of these interviews. Just like everyone else has said, he is very articulate and well spoken and seems to be very grounded about all of this.

I agree. Daughtry could not have pulled off all of this press with the dignity and grace that Cook is. I really think he has the potential to be the most successful Idol yet.

On another note, did I hear him say he wants a Grammy and an Oscar some day? I wonder if he meant a song-writing Oscar or one for acting?

Cookie is just all kinds of awesome!