Idol Headlines for 5/27/08

“Glorified karaoke”….hmmm….yep, but it also launches careers. The judges were right in not picking the kid to go to the next round.

omg davidCook doesnt break hearts when he sings? OH PLEASE!!
i guess winning by 12 million votes… was a lark… not done by panting female fans lmao hehe

Well, I must say one thing. Josiah has a PR team with their head screwed on correctly. They waited for the perfect moment to maximize his exposure.

I was expecting to hear that Cookie had been signed today, but Josiah got to press first.

Josiah is a great talent. I hope he can reach his goals and if he doesn’t, I hope he can deal with that too.

Ok, so I read the article in MTV and OMG I just started to have a complete disinterest in Josiah Leming and his cocky attitude. YIKES!

And I am having to say that Cookie breaks hearts when he sings… big time, Archie, not so much for me.

I’m not a Josiah fan. His weird, fake singing accent alone was enough to turn me off. But all of that crying just put me over the edge. I was begging the judges through my tv to just get rid of him already. Obviously, he sure did build up a fan base though, so perhaps I’m missing something. The kid just creeps me out from every direction. But it would appear that he loves himself enough for both of us, so I guess he’ll be just fine.

Some people think David Cook has an edge right now because heà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s more à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“coolà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  in that rocker way, but David Archuleta has a secret and maybe more powerful advantage: Heà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s a more romantic figure. Female fans ache for him. Even crazy ole Paula Abdul admitted getting à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“goosebumpsà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  when he sang those I-gotta-have-you-or-Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m-gonna-die power ballads. In short, thereà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s an extraordinary, passionate connection between David Archuleta and female fans thatà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s obvious to see and Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m not convinced David Cookà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s got the same thing going on.

This is the biggest load of crap I’ve read in a while. To compare these two people in this way is a wee bit Apples & Oranges to me. I can see that Archie has talent, and he’s certainly got fans. But, to say he’s a “romantic figure” that female fans “ache for” is simply laugh out loud funny.

I just had the crazy juxtaposition of seeing my two favorites from this season singing in the space of five minutes: DC singing “Magic Rainbows” on Regis (at least it was short and he didn’t have to rise from the ashes!) and Josiah singing his beautiful new song on MTV.com. For just a few moments, I felt bad for David that he won the damn thing. I really hope that DC does get to make an album that he can be proud of after all the rainbow tasting is over and done with.

I can’t wait to hear what Josiah comes up with. He’s cocky, but he’s so young and his life has taken such a crazy turn. He definitely has the talent to back it up. American Idol IS glorified karaoke. He acknowledged that the show was good to him. It was definitely not the right path for him, though.

That LA Times blogger is still cracking me up.

Even crazy ole Paula Abdul admitted getting à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“goosebumpsà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  when he sang those I-gotta-have-you-or-Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m-gonna-die power ballads.

When did David A sing any such thing? Does “I need you, boo” count? Who does he think was voting for David C, 8 year old boys? The guy has no. clue.

David Archuleta has a secret and maybe more powerful advantage: Heà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s a more romantic figure. Female fans ache for him.

The one time Archie tried being romantic and stare into the camera all Constantine-like, I felt dirty for watching. “Female fans ache for him”. The only things aching were my joints. He makes me feel old. “Female fans ache for him”. Sorry…thought if I kept typing it, it would make more sense….

The writer of this article has to be 13 years old.

Nooooooooooooo. He really did sing the Magic Rainbow song? REALLY? Cheese, you are the bearer of bad tidings today.

I am very much not a fan of Josiah at this point. I wanted to punch him every time they showed him during Hollywood week.

The LA Times blogger made me LOL.

Oh, Josiah, those grapes are SOUR.

The writer of this article has to be 13 years old.

Or someone Chris Hansen should know about.

Cook is terrific at stylizing music to give tunes a hip sound, but he doesn’t break hearts when he sings.

As soon as I read this line- I said, “Must be written by a man” and I was right. They just don’t get it. I was trying to explain to my hubby what makes a man hawt (don’t like no little boys), and surprise-he doesnt get it either. It’s not necessarily face, chest and booty…..charisma, personality, smile, brain etc, are all factored in. Seriously- who thought DC was hot in auditions? Not many-because we didnt know much at that point. But now???? THUD!!!!

LOL- most of us are commenting on the same article

When did David A sing any such thing? Does à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“I need you, booà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  count?

LOL. He’ll never live that one down.

I just checked his song list. Wouldn’t “Longer”, “Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me”, “Think of Me” and “When you Believe” count as love-power-ballads? Maybe “Love Me Tender”. He did do a lot of power ballads and some of them were on the subject of love.

Eh. It’s one writer’s opinion. I’m sure this won’t be the end of critics saying they like one David more than the other. People like different styles.

Besides, it appears that being liked by women is the kiss-of-death for credibility*, so maybe it’s better if men think women hate Cookie.

*[Insert my usual rant on that subject]

I personally just dont get the josiah love… he drove me bonkers on idol and i dont really see that his voice is ALL THAT but then thats my opinion

Josiah is talented, but I sure hope he can back up all that trash talking. To me he always seemed like he was a year or two from being ready for a contract. He will be phenomenal when he matures, but I’m not sure that time is now. But he will get the idol backlash advantage when his single comes out.

hollygo9
May 27th, 2008 at 10:43 am

The writer of this article has to be 13 years old.

Or someone Chris Hansen should know about.

:lol_tb: Ewwwwww…..

I canà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t wait to hear what Josiah comes up with. Heà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s cocky, but heà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s so young and his life has taken such a crazy turn. He definitely has the talent to back it up. American Idol IS glorified karaoke. He acknowledged that the show was good to him. It was definitely not the right path for him, though.

I agree. And in the end, it’s the music that matters.

Josiah is talented, but I sure hope he can back up all that trash talking.

~tinawina

Exactly how I was feeling. He’s talking like he’s already made it……. I find it interesting that he feels like he’s made it because of the label signing (And I honestly wish him luck and fame and not disappointment) and DC just won Idol and recognizes that he still has a long way to go to be a successful artist.

I find the fact that they are creating some new idol news by making a new competition (which David will be the most successful) to be kind of funny. I personally believe (and hope) they will both be successful in their own gendres (TM Bo & the lady who sits next to me at work who apparently learned the word from him). While I am not an Archie fan I hope he gets some stuff along the lines of “Without You” (I’m the only person who enjoyed that one apparently) because I thought he has the voice for that style of music and I could actually enjoy him if he does that kind of an album. Though him saying Boo is kind of funny…

I’m torn on Josiah. I do think he has talent, I do like his songs that I’ve listened to on the internet, he’ll probably put out an album that I would enjoy. That said, his fake accent and crying made me want to erase him from my teevee. Obviously, not everyone who’s cd you enjoy is someone you want to see on tv week after week; and vice versa (see Hicks, Taylor – who garnered tons of votes but “only” sold 700,000 – please note only is in quotes – just inserting the opinion of the media).

I would have totally forgotten Josiah by now if I hadn’t visited his myspace page and listened to his songs. He is a gifted songwriter, in my opinion; his songs are the reason I’m a huge Josiah fan. I can’t wait to see how his career progresses.

But, yeah, he’s cocky sometimes. He’s young and has a lot to learn. He’s a pretty typical 19-year old from all I can tell.

I agree. And in the end, ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s the music that matters.

I love Josiah’s music and his voice (singing his own, heart-felt lyrics). He did come off as a little cocky, but such is life. He is still at the place where you “fake it until you make it” (to quote Tyra Banks- I know, sorry…), but he will get there. He was my favorite of the season until Cookie ran away with my fantarding heart, so I can’t wait until the album comes out!

Archie could have used a teeny dose of Josiah’s confidence. That would have made a world of difference.

Yes, it’s cocky, but I’ll give him the “teenager” benefit of the doubt. We’ll see if he can back that mouth up. It’s kind of reminiscent of the time he dismissed the entire band during Hollywood week. Heh.

I like his ambition if nothing else. I’ll watch that space….

Here’s Josiah not doing a karaoke version of Goodbye Yellow Brick Road –
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NEEmBnmLRHE

He’s done extremely well for himself if that is any indication of his talent.

is josiah sitting on a chair or the john during that? (lol or he has ants in his pants … or to steal a phrase from MM… hes done a boom boom in his pullups lmao)
sorry but i still dont get him,
that was just horrid

OMG – at work, we all get to go to the Ellen tapings a lot and they had tickets to see Journeys new guy Arnel which airs on Wed. They had NO IDEA they were in for another better treat, in my opinion anyways. Ellen told the audience that she hoped they didnt mind but they were going to tape the David Cook singing segment with them in the audience. Talk about screaming they said – so I am soooooo mad I did not go this time but they got pics they are sending to me of David after the show leaving and getting in his car and if I wasnt so computer tarded I would try to put them on here but I will just have to put them on my myspace instead!! I am wondering if the people in the audience today missed out on David singing, that would be a bummer!!! Look for my co-workers, 2nd row from the front, wish it was me instead -argggh

I liked Josiah and was a bit upset when he was cut from the show, although now I see that it was the best thing that could’ve happened to him. I don’t think he would have made it very far on the show, and now he has an opportunity to put out an album before the AI winner, even. I’m looking forward to his music.

Cook, 25, recently shared about his upcoming album: à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ll probably be a rock record. I just want to make a record thatà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s going to make the hair on your neck stand up. Even if it doesnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t do well commercially, as long as I can put out a record I am proud of, thatà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s the goal right now. And hopefully the success will follow.à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  – Just Jared

Cookie, I hope TPTB are ok with the cd not doing well commercially – but I don’t think so.

Heh. Zaazu.com created a David Cook emoticon.

PR Web

That was a nice extra treat for them to see for your coworkers..the picture will be a keeper…not that blind he is good looker….

Josiah I did not watch much of AI before the top 24 and I only saw his story which I think AI overplayed a bit. I listened to some of his songs and not that surprised Universal picked him up.I hope the guy can deliver on the cd even if he is considered cocky he is “only 19″ you know. The daivd vs, Daivd will continue so will the Daivd comparing with CD. I guess wait and see till when thier cds come out but afraid according to history it might continue on which is a shame.

Next year a male country singing winner untill then I will just watch Nashville Star…

:surrender_tb:(once written can not take back if ya regret it)
Thanks to pj,dante,lu.pix

AI really is glorified karaoke – and honest contestants have admitted that much (Taylor Hicks, for example). What else would you call a show where one can only perform covers and a performance lasts under 2 minutes? usually under 90 seconds !

Josiah is in a much better place than David is, because he has some creative control and isn’t gagged from expressing his opinions, swearing or going places he wants to go. David is 19E’s slave now, and I wonder just how watered-down and generic his album will be.

Cook is saying exactly what Taylor Hicks said, that he wants to put out a record he can be proud of. Hmmm.

If Josiah can get signed, then dang it, someone should sign Jason, and, yes, AI is a glorified karoke contest. The only original song they do is the winner’s single.

Maybe Josiah comes off cocky, but, sometimes you have to have confidence in your ability. Why are people slamming him for crying on tv? Cook cried a lot. That’s kind of a double standard.

As much as TPTB wanted this season finale to rival Clay/Ruben, it wasn’t even close. Cook tromped Archie in the votes. The votes were much closer in season 2. But, we can’t really be sure, since Ryan read 3 different numbers. LOL

Thank you for that Pops! It will be something to save. We were just talking about it again right now, they actually filmed the Cook AND Journey segment on thursday and Cook was to air on tues, Journey on Wed – so it was a wonderful surprise to get to see Cook also. One of my co-workers who never watched Idol this year is now a fan of his. They said what was funny is, it was filmed the day after he won Idol and he had not had any sleep but Ellen told Cook before they started that he had to pretend that it was 5 days later and she had the audience laughing when she told him, well, you look well rested, you have had 5 days to rest now and he went along with it. Afterwards she said he was very gracious and they went to snap a photo of him in the car and someone started rolling the window up on them but he put it back down to wave and smile at them.

AI really is glorified karaoke – and honest contestants have admitted that much (Taylor Hicks, for example). What else would you call a show where one can only perform covers and a performance lasts under 2 minutes? usually under 90 seconds !

Oh yeah, it is. Not mad at Josiah for saying that. But in context (ie AI is only pretty people who are not true “artists” just “singers” blah blah blah) he’s making himself look pretty bitter, as well as implying he is SO MUCH BETTER than the show and the people on it. I just hope he can back it up, that’s all.

Josiah is in a much better place than David is, because he has some creative control and isnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t gagged from expressing his opinions, swearing or going places he wants to go. David is 19Eà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s slave now, and I wonder just how watered-down and generic his album will be.

This is probably true to a degree. The question is how 19E feels about David. If they like him and believe in him, they will give him some creative latitude and a hell of a launch. If they don’t, they will take over and bland him out like crazy. Only time will tell. It’s all abotu how commercial they think his sound is, IMO.

If Josiah didn’t live in his car, I would not even be remembering him at all right now. That’s the fact that made him memorable, not his performances.

Considering that Idol gave him this exposure, you’d think he’d tone down the attitude a bit. I don’t care how good the album is–it’s not something I’d buy.

“Considering that Idol gave him this exposure, youà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢d think heà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢d tone down the attitude a bit. I donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t care how good the album isà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s not something Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢d buy.”

No matter what you think of Idol – little Josiah is not yet in the position to act all high and mighty against the power that be Idol. Last count there were, oh, just a few million people that do enjoy that show and dont think that the Idols they voted for and loved are not as worthy as Josiah? HE needs to get a good PR man or woman and quick because I liked him and had hoped he would be voted thru and was soooo happy for him that Ellen put him on, I sure dont want to see the great things happening for him now, blow up in his face. It doesnt take much for that to happen

I’m posting a link to a good article on cmt.com by Hazel Smith. She writes a weekly news column there on country music. Kellie Pickler is a particular favorite of hers. This article is very complimentary to Carrie and Kellie. Im posting this article because of what Nigel said re. the reason Kellie was doing well in country music, in his opinion, her implants. (do we more evidence he’s a jerk?) If he bothered to read articles on country or watch the shows, he would see what a fav Kellie is with Nashville establishment. One entertainment reporter there did a whole article on Kellies honesty and refreshing outlook. Seems like Kellies new single is very well liked and in great demand by country radio.

http://www.cmt.com/news/hot-dish/1588020/hot-dish-recapping-the-acm-awards.jhtml

Josiah is still my favorite of this year. I don’t think he is being cocky at all in this situation. He is just saying he is better off that he gets to do his own thing and that AI would not have been for him. There is not a thing that he has said that I have not also said about AI. I think he is being kind considering the way he was actually treated and horribly mis-edited by AI. The average person does not realize how different he is from the way he was shown on AI. Why are people so quick to defend AI?

Check out his music and more in-depth articles, he also has many down to earth qualities, and I love his musical talent. Yes, he is too honest and lacks tack at time, but he is still worth listening to.

I was expecting to hear that Cookie had been signed today, but Josiah got to press first.

Considering that DC is on the talk show circuit still today, I don’t think cryin’ josiah is taking anything away from Cookie.

As for the glorified karaoke contest, whether it is or is not such, he doesn’t do himself any favors by biting the hand that fed him. Without AI, he wouldn’t be getting a record deal anywhere.

BWHAHAHHAHAHHAHHA!!! David Cook doesn’t break hearts when he sings…Archie is ROMANTIC…AAGGGGHHHHHH! Perhaps this person was not listening when David Cook sang, on AI, on Analog Heart, anywhere you can hear him sing. David rips me up, breaks my heart, makes me laugh, sigh, giggle, gasp, breaks my heart again & again. Then, the best part…he puts me all back together again, only to do all of it over again. And I ENJOY IT immensely! And I will buy anything I can that he sings, as I already have done. IF I don’t like something I buy, I may be more cautious the next time, but I will always give him a chance. I don’t even remember this Josiah person. Whatever. Love you, David Cook!

WAAAAAHHH! All’s I can say is, JASON better get a record deal as well, or I will cry a lot, bite the hand that feeds me, and live in my car.

Next year a male country singing winner untill then I will just watch Nashville Starà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦

I think you’re right! People are saying it will be a girl, but I think a successful male country star will round out the stable, so-to-speak.

Re: David vs. David and David vs. Josiah- what I love about AI is that it really is okay to have more than one “favorite.” They’re like kids in the sense that you can like or even love more than one.

Michael Johns or David Cook has logged onto the AI boards as “Cuffedbyastar”. He’s snooping…and chatting. Check it out.

Michael Johns or David Cook has logged onto the AI boards as à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Cuffedbyastarà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ . Heà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s snoopingà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦and chatting. Check it out.

Why do I sense that this is not going to end well?

chachi
May 27th, 2008 at 4:35 pm
Michael Johns or David Cook has logged onto the AI boards as à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Cuffedbyastarà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ . Heà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s snoopingà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦and chatting. Check it out.

Why do I sense that this is not going to end well?

…like watching a trainwreck.

Michael Johns or David Cook has logged onto the AI boards as à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Cuffedbyastarà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ . Heà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s snoopingà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦and chatting. Check it out.

*snerk* I didn’t know I’d need that popcorn so soon. Boys. (Whoever it is, is pretty saucy.) :rolleyes_wp: :laugh_tb:

wait, how do people *know* that cuffedbyastar” is michael johns or david cook? don’t follow the boards but if I did, would it be that evident?

Heh. We shall see….

Apparently, one of them has done it before, under a different name….

Did he share anything interesting? Which threads was he in?

One called “So cuffedbyastar”. It’s still pretty active (of course), so you should find it easily.

Also, someone mentioned Ruth Chris from his date, and he replied that it was an “upscale restaurant where he was from”. Ha.

Then, he also mentioned the Word Nerds on TRL today, and posted on that thread as well…

Hopefully he doesn’t read too many of the hardcore KC bashing threads. Poor Guy… if it is in fact him…or maybe he will learn to keep it under wraps

I’m not feeling the Josiah love. I felt like he was payacting the tears and the accent, and he was arrogant for no reason. I don’t have a strong desire to hear more from him, but we will see what happens to the CD. Maybe I will be proved wrong, but I am much more interested in CDs from some of this year’s Idols than from him. Sure, some of the “pretty ones” get advanced on Idol, but Josiah had better realize that is how the whole industry works. And if not for his incessant pimping on Idol, he wouldn’t be where he is today.

Here’s a review of pre-Idol work from six AI7 finalists:

http://www.usatoday.com/life/music/news/2008-05-26-preidol-albums_N.htm

Oh geesh. I really hope that’s not DC on the scary boards. 1. those people are CRAZY and 2. There is no way that will end well. LOL. DC, back away from the internet slowly and no one will get hurt. Don’t let us get in your head. We have no relation to reality! Run while you can!

I’m quite enjoying the “cuffedbyastar” fun at the AI board. they’ve been upset and angry about the Caldwell thing so at least they’re having a excitement now to distract them from the angst.

Hereà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s a review of pre-Idol work from six AI7 finalists:

http://www.usatoday.com/life/music/news/2008-05-26-preidol-albums_N.htm

Maybe I don’t get out enough, but I’ve never seen an actual review, with stars, for a demo tape (or a set of demo songs).

At any rate, I have no doubt that these kids will all be better for having been on the show and having the opportunity to work with some real professionals. I hope to hear great things from all of them!

Trina
May 27th, 2008 at 6:33 pm
Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m quite enjoying the à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“cuffedbyastarà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  fun at the AI board. theyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ve been upset and angry about the Caldwell thing so at least theyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢re having a excitement now to distract them from the angst.

Yeah. The mood has definitely shifted.

Even if it isn’t him, it’s a fun read just seeing their reactions.

cheese, thanks for posting that review of pre-Idol work. I hardly think it’s fair to compare a few random youtubes of Jason to actual studio albums from some of the others. I think it was just another chance for USA Today to stick a fork in him, personally. Have they not listened to any of his AI studio recordings, or any of the other Idols, for that matter??? Why didn’t they critique some of Syesha’s previous work? I think time will tell who will be successful, hopefully USAToday will end up eating crow.

OK, I finally have gotten around to listen to Josiah’s stuff on his MySpace. Hmm.

First off, the boy definitely has a songwriting talent. At times it is a bit derivative, but who isn’t these days, really? He really sells the first song “They Say,” which is definitely the best of the them.

However, he’s going to need some help with making these really listenable to most people. The songs are not all that well constructed (IMO, of course!), they tend to have the same level of intensity throughout, and are a bit short on melody. I had to force myself to listen to the back half of the songs, even if I enjoyed the beginning. I can appreciate simplicity, but these songs are not simple, they are heavily stylized without really putting the style behind them. If he’s willing to listen to the input of others, though, I believe that these could be made into something really good.

Secondly. The fake British accent is NOT acceptable. Right out of the gate, you can’t BE a fake person, because then you’re selling a fake product. Sorry you weren’t born in Liverpool, babe, but you’re going to look like an asshole for pretending you were. I’ve never seen anyone be so obvious about selling a fallacy before. Well, except Madonna, but as much as I want to write her a letter and explain how ridiculous the fake accent is, she’s MADONNA…so I’m pretty sure she thinks all of her weirdo behavior is totally justified. I don’t know, I don’t think you can build longevity by selling someone that really isn’t YOU.

Just my opinions, of course. I hope he can get the right people to help him out on his album, and it could be really great if he’s given the right input. I was really put off of him during Hollywood week because the meltdown was so OTT and tantrumish, but I have no idea how much of that was editing, so I can’t say that I should hold that against him. Good luck, man. Try not to be a condescending asshole and I think it’ll work out better for you in the end.

New TV Guide picture… Enjoy.

New TV Guide coverà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦ Enjoy.

Hey, Gwen – I actually got that TV Guide today and it’s not the cover, it’s just an inside page with accompanying article.

Thanks, Chachi. Edited….

Josiah has some growing up to do yet heh heh.

I canà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t wait to hear what Josiah comes up with.

I can.

Thanks for the review, cheese. I had listened to all of those pre-Idol recordings (ok, except KLC’s) and think Cookie’s is the best, too, although I liked some of the material on Michael’s album. I also admit I wasn’t too crazy about Jason’s songs at first, but I recognize that he was barely starting to try out singing and songwriting when he did them so I also think it was a little “unfair” to rate his demo songs alongside the albums of the others.

BTW, Jason blogged on his myspace today asking if “we” have checked out the new Jason Mraz album yet. He says it’s great and that the Lucky duet with Colbie is “purdyyy!”

My Jason loving my other fave Jason…yay! I hope they can work together on something someday. *fangirly*

Oh, Josiah…how glad I was to see him cut before the top 24. I don’t care that he called AI glorified karaoke, because kinda yeah, but he cried his face off proclaiming what a lucky break/chance AI was for him, just to audition. So make a choice and get off your high horse.

I listened to his originals on MySpace, watched that pathetic excuse of an Elton John cover on YouTube, and saw his entire Idol run. I will give him that he can write, good job, but I do not get the love for him, based on what I’ve seen. I’ll be the first to say that imperfect voices are the best, Jason Castro was my Idol this season, but Josiah doesn’t even seem to care about hitting any notes correctly or interpreting a song. If he can get signed, Jason most certainly should because he has a better voice, can also write his own songs, and play multiple instruments. Of those two singer songwriters, they definitely made the right choice in putting Jason through to the top 24.

BTW, Jason blogged on his myspace today asking if à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“weà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  have checked out the new Jason Mraz album yet. He says ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s great and that the Lucky duet with Colbie is à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“purdyyy!à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ 

Hehehe, I saw that. He makes his MySpace so welcoming that it really feels like we’re all just friends of his that he’s met around town in Dallas are whatever. Looove him. I would’ve killed for he and Mraz to duet on “I’m Yours” for the finale…I’m more than satisfied with his reprisal of “Hallelujah”, but everyone else got a duet, haha.

ETA: 1.5 stars for Jason’s pre-Idol stuff? That writer must not have heard all his originals because they’re really good! I think only “The Other Side” has a video on YouTube, IIRC.

If he can get signed, Jason most certainly should because he has a better voice, can also write his own songs, and play multiple instruments.

Word. It would be a tragedy if that boy isn’t signed. He is a very gifted performer, though I will admit to ignorance on most of his original stuff, he’s got a unique sound that the world could stand to hear more of.

Thanks for the USA Today article, Cheese! I am biased, but I think DCook’s is the best, too. It’s obviously a demo level CD, but I think it’s pretty amazing at times. It grows on you, too, which helps make it more hit-worthy, I think. I think it’s got a lot of catchy stuff that would really shine with a greater production value. No more 1995 Pumpkins guitar feedback, though. Especially in the age of iPods and headphones, lol.

Ugh- here come the David vs. David Who Will Do Better In the Real World newspaper articles…ugh, why cant people just say that they both will do go? Why does it have to be a competition beween the two fo them? I’m an DA fan, but i will be supporting Cook as well because he was on Idol and I want to see him do well cuz he is a nice guy.

I meant both do GOOD*…sorry im stupid

I don’t see anything happening with Josiah’s career to be perfectly honest.

Seriously it has to be an imposter, why would someone as intelligent as David Cook play that game. I don’t go over there, and even this won’t make me, lol. It reminds me of the old Bolt message boards, a Clay imposter would come and the Claymates would flood in from everywhere.

IMO Josiah has some major “issues” and his comment about karioke and idol is just sour grapes because he was booted. He seems to think he is more talented than he actually is. I can’t see him selling many cd’s at all. He tried to play on peoples sympathies to stay on idol but thankfully he was given the heave ho before we were subjected to more of his antics. I hope to never hear or see him again EVAH .

I just found twos new video of the Top 10 minus the Davids on Access Hollywood.

What a great bunch. As always MJ makes everyone laugh. He is hilarious.

Here you go, If anyone is interested:
http://video.accesshollywood.com/player/?id=0#videoid=256115

http://video.accesshollywood.com/player/?id=256045

Enjoy!

Josiah’s appeal was him living out of his car, people naturally felt sorry for him and wanted him to do well. (The underdog scenario) He sang one song half way decent and that’s because he practiced it probably before the show a lot. When he had to really prove himself he couldn’t hang. He in my opinion was the Karaoke Kid.

Why was he living in the basement? My guess he was bipolar or something and refused to take his meds. I’m sure he will sound great in a recording studio where they can dub and edit a lot.

Sorry to those that like him, but this is my opinion and we all have one.

http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/thedishrag/

Wow! Look at Jen-Hud at the SATC premier.

“Signed” to a Warner Bros. contract….does anybody know how much upfront money he got? If it was in the millions, they would report it. It’s probably a few hundred thousand.

Oh they can sign for nothing if the person is stupid enough to do that. What matter’s is what’s in the contract. I know a few local bands that got signed on with a contract but that doesn’t mean diddly unless the contract states that they will promote and pay for studio sessions.

Here’s a video of MJ singing the National Anthem at Wrigley Field, 5/27/08.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WRkPN35PWC8

I believe they gave Josiah some front money, because he mentioned buying his dad a new truck, and, something about new floors for their house. I’m not sure exactly what he said, but, it sounded like new floors to me.

Josiah Lemming seems like he’s still bitter over not making it to the top 24 of American Idol. Jeez, you’d think he’d have a little bit more respect for the show that got his name out there. They producers could have easily decided not to showcase him at all, and then we’d still know nothing about him. He owes them, if anything. He’d probably still be riding around in that car crying his eyes out because he was stupid enough to drop out of high school. And come on, American Idol just picks the ‘pretty people’ with good voices and make them sing songs like kareoke?? Two words for you – David Cook. First of all, the man wasn’t all that ‘pretty’ in the beginning, and second of all – you call re-arranging songs and making them your own kareoke?? Did Josiah even watch the show after he got bumped off? Don’t think so. The kid needs a wake-up call.

OK, I finally have gotten around to listen to Josiahà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s stuff on his MySpace. Hmm.

First off, the boy definitely has a songwriting talent. At times it is a bit derivative, but who isnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t these days, really? He really sells the first song à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“They Say,à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  which is definitely the best of the them.

However, heà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s going to need some help with making these really listenable to most people. The songs are not all that well constructed (IMO, of course!), they tend to have the same level of intensity throughout, and are a bit short on melody. I had to force myself to listen to the back half of the songs, even if I enjoyed the beginning. I can appreciate simplicity, but these songs are not simple, they are heavily stylized without really putting the style behind them. If heà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s willing to listen to the input of others, though, I believe that these could be made into something really good.

Secondly. The fake British accent is NOT acceptable. Right out of the gate, you canà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t BE a fake person, because then youà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢re selling a fake product. Sorry you werenà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t born in Liverpool, babe, but youà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢re going to look like an asshole for pretending you were. Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ve never seen anyone be so obvious about selling a fallacy before. Well, except Madonna, but as much as I want to write her a letter and explain how ridiculous the fake accent is, sheà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s MADONNAà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦so Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m pretty sure she thinks all of her weirdo behavior is totally justified. I donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t know, I donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t think you can build longevity by selling someone that really isnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t YOU.

Just my opinions, of course. I hope he can get the right people to help him out on his album, and it could be really great if heà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s given the right input. I was really put off of him during Hollywood week because the meltdown was so OTT and tantrumish, but I have no idea how much of that was editing, so I canà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t say that I should hold that against him. Good luck, man. Try not to be a condescending asshole and I think ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ll work out better for you in the end.

chachi, I adore Josiah but I can see where you’re coming from with a lot of this.

When I went to his Myspace for the first time I wasn’t quite sure what to make of him as a singer but I could tell there was a huge amount of promise there as a songwriter. They may may not be perfect but after a few listens those songs really get under your skin – I’ve been known to have “To Run” and “One Last Song” on the brain for days! – and with some refinement I truly believe he will be a first rate songwriter.

As for the voice, I don’t mind his “fake” accent, perhaps because as a Brit I’m too used to British singers adopting a “fake” American accent :laugh_tb: I can just accept it for what it is, but other people’s mileage may vary. What I do mind is the fact that he lacks nuance as a singer. It’s all-or-nothing, all the time and when he sings live he thrashes his vocal cords to bits meanng he couldn’t be subtle even if he wanted to be after a few songs. That is a MAJOR failing in a singer as far as I’m concerned and one that should be addressed before he attempts to make an album much less do any serious touring. He needs vocal coaching and he needs it soon, not to make him into some kind of perfect pageantbot singer like Archie (couldn’t happen anyway!) but to help him preserve the health of his vocal cords and to increase his range of expression. I’m all for a bit of rawness now and again, but without learning the fundamentals of voice production, rawness is all he’ll have, and that won’t do.

I really hope the kid has good people around him who will nurture his talent but if he’s rushing an album out this summer I’m not sure that that’s the case. I’d rather have heard that he’d been signed and that he was now in development for the next year or so…that I would have found much more reassuring.

Oh well…we’ll see what happens. I’m glad he’s getting a chance, anyway… :smile1_tb: