Kris Allen – Huckabee – VIDEO

I’m a bit curious as to how Kris felt sitting next to not only the former governor of his state, but a Baptist preacher after his Christians on Adam comments. Seemed a bit stiff to me. Of course, Yesterday was super great: Yesterday with a Kris Allen groove. I think of all this year’s contestants, Kris best understood (and followed) his style and what works best for him.

I watched the show and thought Kris felt ill-at-ease in the interview. He answered the questions, but, for some reason, I didn’t think his heart was in it. Maybe he’s tired, but, maybe he didn’t like the segment right before he came on. Maybe He thought Huckabee was going to ask him something about Adam. He didn’t, and I knew he wouldn’t.

One thing was nice though – the interview was all about Kris. His version of “Yesterday,” was really Allenized.

The was a snoozefest of an interview, but Kris made up for it with Yesterday.

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Huckabee has, on numerous occasions, compared homosexuality to pedophilia and bestiality. I’m sure that Kris, who needless to say does not hold such intolerant views, did not feel comfortable with him.

Yesterday was lovely, though–maybe he’ll be performing this on the tour? How many new songs do the winner and the runner-up generally get to perform?

I think Kris was a little tired, but the interview went well. Being a former governor of Arkansas, I thought it was nice he told Kris they were so proud of him. Kris sounded so good when he sang “Yesterday”. He put his touch on it.

Loved yesterday and the interview before he started singing. The first part of the interview was so the same questions hes already answered a million times.

After the song when Huckabee told him he wished him the best of luck, Kris said “you too” back. That made me lol for some reason…it was so cute. He is still a little awkward and shy. I love him

The governor is entitled to his opinions just as anyone else is. That neither makes him wrong or right, but, his opinion. I don’t hate on people I don’t agree with. I seriously doubt that Huckabee is intolerant of people. Good heavens, he has people from the other side of the political spectrum on his show nearly every week.

I did hear Kris say that they (his family) supported Huckabee, so,maybe he was just really tired. He was in Orlando yesterday, so, I’ll stick with that.

I’m surprised they got Yesterday cleared. But, I am glad they did. I think he looks good in that leather jacket, but it might be time for a new one.

I think he looks a lot of like Hal Sparks in this interview.

Kris’ cover was stunning! His voice and phrasing was perfect. Loved it!

I have read some comments bout Huckabee bing a polarising political figure – I don’t really know myself as I’m not familiar with him. I thought the interview was better than average, instead of the typical questions asked a gazillion times already. And it was mostly about Kris himself, and not so much about Adam or AI.

The performance was quite good – in a subtle and tender way. I thought Kris was quite laidback and relaxed, not sure if he’s tired or it’s just the way the interview was conducted.

edit: don’t generalize or question motives. stick to the subject

Kris sounded great. The interview was fine.

Some folks shouldn’t sing the Beatles IMO and not digging Kris’s version of Yesterday. I’m sure Kris didn’t want to get into any in depth discussions with his host and I’m glad he didn’t have too.

The governor is entitled to his opinions just as anyone else is. That neither makes him wrong or right, but, his opinion.

I’m all for free speech and you’re right, he is certainly entitled to his opinion and to voice it freely. However, I wouldn’t go so far as to say that neither makes him wrong nor right. He’s wrong. He can be against gay marriage; he can have a personal problem with homosexuality. But to equate it to pedophilia or bestiality is wrong. And ignorant. And embarrassing. I could go on all day….

Yesterday was LOVELY? It was a train-wreck. He was flat, sharp, never on a note, high, low, pitchy – if he thinks he is going to do a duet with Paul McCartney anytime soon, he is sadly mistaken.

That was a camp counsellor around the campfire at BEST! Just because you change the melody does not mean you have created ART. Not only was the interview lame, the song was a case of milque-toast smaltz. Give me a break.

Yesterday was LOVELY? It was a train-wreck. He was flat, sharp, never on a note, high, low, pitchy – if he thinks he is going to do a duet with Paul McCartney anytime soon, he is sadly mistaken.

That was a camp counsellor around the campfire at BEST! Just because you change the melody does not mean you have created ART. Not only was the interview lame, the song was a case of milque-toast smaltz. Give me a break.

LOL OK

i think when kris said “we supported you” he meant “we” as in arkansas because mike had just said kansas came out in support of kris.

there was also a point that i think huckabee was trying to get kris to talk about his religion – the question that was something like “what really kept you grounded in this competition” and instead of going the religion route he went to the “my family and friends making fun of me” comment.

…might not have been intentional on kris’s part and im probably reading too much into it but i had a silent “good for you, kris” moment. im pleased that he takes the “dont preach it, live it” attitude.

Loved his version of Yesterday and thought the interview went well too. I liked that the questions were focused on Kris as the winner. Whether they agree politically or not, this wasn’t the time or place for that kind of discussion. Kris seemed relaxed and laid back as usual, except when Jimmy Fallon is doing the interviewing. LOL

Give me milk toast schmaltz any day over screaming meanies.

I’ve been gushing over Yesterday since I heard the one minute clip of it the other day. What I love about Kris is his ability to really understand a song. In every single cover he has done (well, besides All She Wants To Do Is Dance), he’s managed to maintain the message while giving it his own spin. His phrasing is just outstanding and it all just works for me.

Sigh, I’ve stepped into hopeless fantard territory.

ETA:
Regarding religion/political beliefs and what not… I think Kris was just trying to avoid answering any questions related to belief systems. He’s made it clear that he is all about the music. I commend him for keeping everything separated (and he really did seem to be dodging quite a few religion questions there).

Call me crazy, but this was actually the one time I wished that the host asked Kris about Adam, but maybe Huckabee knew that Kris would speak highly of him and he didnt want that on his show?. Kris did seem a little awkward because he’s usually better at one on one interviews than in press conferences so this seemed a little more reserved. I think regardless of Huckabee’s views (which I disagree with) Kris probably decided to go on just because he’s from Arkansas (and I do remember saying the last exciting things that happened in Arkansas was Huckabee and the Bill Clinton presidential library) and he always did say that people should all get along regardless of their views.

and Yesterday was awesome! they just needed to get rid of Huckabee on bass.. hehe

I like Kris’ performance, especially the beginning. For someone who is so shy, he has a lot of confidence when he sings. It is like he’s two different people, when he’s signing he just exudes confidence and strength, but when he’s doing interviews he’s pretty shy and humble. It’s sweet, but I would like to see him open up more in interviews, and be more sure of himself.

I also agree with the statement that out of everyone in the top 13, he’s the one who has always been aware of what type of artist he is, and what his strengths and weaknesses are. I think that’s one of the things that drew so many viewers to him.

I really liked Kris’s rendition of “Yesterday”, he has a great vocal tone, and I like the way he interrupts songs. I’m very happy for Kris, and I look forward to purchasing his future recordings.

I wasn’t sure if Huckabee was trying to get Kris to give a religious answer or not. But, I do think Kris could’ve answered with “my faith,” and let it go at that. That isn’t preaching, but, acknowledging.Jason Castro openly expressed his faith last year, and it didn’t hurt him one bit. He never preached either.

I also must refrain from some viewpoints due to the blog guidelines. I just think Huckabee was and is proud of Kris and them both being from Arkansas, is the reason he had him on the show. Maybe he’ll invite Adam on at a later date. He isn’t the bad guy some think.

Paul McCartney would be proud

“Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m all for free speech and youà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢re right, he is certainly entitled to his opinion and to voice it freely. However, I wouldnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t go so far as to say that neither makes him wrong nor right. Heà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s wrong. He can be against gay marriage; he can have a personal problem with homosexuality. But to equate it to pedophilia or bestiality is wrong. And ignorant. And embarrassing. I could go on all dayà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦”

This. I’m glad that Kris knows that the people and officials of Arkansas are proud of him, and everyone has a right to his or her opinion, but comparing homosexuality to bestiality and pedophilia is absurd, horribly insulting to gay people and anyone who supports them, inane, exceedingly prejudiced and intolerant, and simply wrong, both morally and factually. There’s a big difference between simply holding the private view that homosexuality is immoral and publicly equating gay people with people who molest children and animals. The former–well, we all have the right to our own views, no matter how misguided they may be. The latter is despicable.

I am still curious about how many new songs Kris and Adam will most likely get to perform on the tour–what do we know about the guidelines for their choosing songs?

Paul McCartney would be proud

I agree.

I will say he deflected the religion angles. Yes, it’s about the music.

Nice version of “Yesterday.” I really, really, like Kris.

I was wondering about the choice of “Yesterday”, then figured they needed a song that Mike knew the bass part to! : ) Thought Kris did a great job with it.

It was good to see two fellow Arkansans on stage together.

as usual, i really love kris’ interpretation of this classic song.

as for the interview, he appeared dead tired, as though he hasn’t slept in at least 24 hours. why does AI insist on making their winners do some march of death PR tour after they win? i don’t see the point of running them down. it’s been the same every year. give him a day off, let him sleep.

I’m a gay dude that loves Kris Allen and Mike Huckabee (although not in the same way ) for what its worth.

Kris’ performance was good but the interview was very boring. But, I guess you need to be a real fan to love his performance. Just not his best IMVHO. Please let Kris get some sleep!!!

i know… a whole day without new adam footage… im getting the shakes.

i thought yesterday sounded good also. i always like kris’s phrasing.

I meant Huckabee not Hannity! I mis-understood the commercial for it!

For those who need more Adam/ Kris footage:

If you guys haven’t seen this (Kris surprise huggle attack on Adam) its a must! I saw this last night and had to re-watch it a couple of times, it’s just so cute!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vdrl66RI0bc

as for the interview, he appeared dead tired, as though he hasnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t slept in at least 24 hours. why does AI insist on making their winners do some march of death PR tour after they win? i donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t see the point of running them down. ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s been the same every year. give him a day off, let him sleep.

If you notice, he’s wearing the same shirt he’s wearing as when he did the CBS Early show, an msnbc.com interview, and the Best Day/Week Ever. So that’s 4 that I know of. The interview with Huckabee probably happened at the end of the day so I am not surprised that he looked tired.

I’d buy that version.

I am still curious about how many new songs Kris and Adam will most likely get to perform on the tourà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’what do we know about the guidelines for their choosing songs?

I think the formats of the tour vary from year to year. I only went for the first time last year so I don’t have too much insight to this.

AGAIN. Just deleted and edited a ton of posts here.

1. Adam fans DON’T EVEN THINK OF HIJACKING THIS THREAD. If you don’t have anything to say about Kris or his performance, then STAY OUT OF THIS THREAD.

2. I edited posts for offensive content. I also deleted all the responses to it. If you have a problem with a post you think is offensive, email me. Do not respond.

3. NO FINGERWAGGING or LECTURING your fellow posters. There are a few folks here who are VERY CLOSE to being put into moderation.

Meh, it’s okay. He seems like a great guy, but to me his performances can be summed up as “Falling Slowly” and a pack of lesser copies of it. Agreed with all the people who say they need to let him sleep, though.

dramallama May 31st, 2009 at 12:26 am

Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢d buy that version.

Me too! :biggrin_wp:

mj, you do rock! Thanks for posting this and your awesome blog!

Tender Dogg!

DOn’t like Huckabee or Fix News, but love Kris.

He interprets songs so beautifully. He doesn’t have Adam’s cultivated vocal instrument and extraordinary range, but so many of my favorite singers pull you in with phrasing, emotion, a depth of understanding of the song and a voice that can caress it. listen to Paul Simon, Dylan, Neil Young — these are not vocal acrobats, but they put songs across beautifully.

It’s always better when a musician can hear himself, and is not playing with a shockingly tinny mike. But I still liked this, and like that “coffee house” thing — the guy can pack his guitar, and be a one-man band, much like Cooke could.

I loved it. Kris has a very mellow easy listening sound. I would like to hear him due a recorded version of the song.

The whole idea of American Idol was find people who were not professionals and make them stars and Kris is that. That is why I am glad Kris won American Idol.

Great job.

I don’t think people should interject politics into appearances by contestants. Kris appearing on Huckabee show was just because they are from the same state of Arkansas.

Adam Lambert appeared on Fox and Friends which is also on the Fox channel.

Willie Nelson and other musical acts have appeared on the Huckabee show and Willie Nelson is not religious or conservative. The movie maker Oliver Stone was on the show.

So I agree with MJ, people should not try to interject politics into appearances of shows. Kris appeared on Ellen which is the total opposite of Huckabee, and people should not try to interject politics into this. It is also good to get a variety of people to listen to your music. The wider the audience the better to reach people.

…and that should be the end of it.

Cakenbake, you’re right.

Also, please let Kris have a nap. He looks so tired!!

I’ll probably be skipping over this interview in the future (It feels like fodder)
But Kris’ take on Yesterday was just beautiful. My goodness, I can listen to this all night!! (And probably will) :clap_tb:

So I agree with MJ, people should not try to interject politics into appearances of shows.

Uhm. I actually never said that. And please, be careful not to lecture your fellow posters. Everyone here is entitled to an opinion.

I remember Archie was not that great at interviewing at the beginning, but after awhile Archie got better and better. I think the same will happen to Kris. Kris was not a professional like some of the other contestants, so it might take him a little more time to get used to interviews like Archie did.

I watched this on tv. He seemed so much more relaxed once he had his guitar around his neck and was talking to Huckabee. I liked that portion of the interview so much more. Yesterday was awesome.

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Didn’t really care for Yesterday, only because I think his voice sounds so tired. I liked the mellow vibe of the song though. I thought the interview was good, he seems to be getting more and more comfortable. Kris is such a likeable guy, he really does fit that “guy next door” niche. Let him get some rest AI!

I liked Kris’ comment about his being in a long distance relationship for 5 years. I’m assuming this is because of his missionary work. Either way, it’s very cute, and it certainly eases my mind about how his marriage will be faring in this post-Idol whirlwind of fame.

Also…just out of curiosity…I know Kris is the only married winner…was there ever a married runner up?

I’m sorry Kris fans, I love Kris but I hated what he did to Yesterday. I really do think he should stay away from the Beatles. As for the interview, the less said the better.

I think the long distance relationship was also because they went to colleges that were not close by each other.

Alsoà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦just out of curiosityà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦I know Kris is the only married winnerà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦was there ever a married runner up?

Well, Bo Bice got married shortly after his Idol run. But nope, a married contestant has never finished in the AI Top 2 before.

I think that was absolutely gorgeous.

Well I am a huge Adam fan and always will be. I liked Kris on the show but always found him bland and boring. But after watching him on the talk show circuit he is growing on me more and more. I really like him now.

I didn’t watch the first part (the main interview I guess) but I did like the performance. That was a very nice Kris spin on the song. I love that song and usually do not like people trying to sing it but Kris did ok. As for the little interview part I thought he did well. I also thought it was cute the way he answered the question about how he stays grounded. I’m sure Huckabee was expecting something along the lines of his faith. Its nice to know that its his loving supportive family who tease him that keeps his head from swelling. LOL He definitely is a cutie-pie.

The performance was fine and it’s always nice to hear something new from Kris, though I would have loved to have seen the reaction on the faces of Huckabee and the audience if Kris had sung “Come Together” instead. I thought the acoustic version he did during his hometown visit was awesome.

Also, was it even necessary to have Huckabee on bass? I could barely hear him.

Liked many of his performances but this one was nothing special to me.

Beatles songs (and Yesterday most of all) have such simple, clean and perfect melodies that they can only lose if you change them, especially if you’re doing them with guitar and voice only.
(that was the problem I also had with Archie’s Imagine last year)
And you can sound a bit bland if the interpretation is not exceptional.

Personally, the only time I have heard a Beatles song revisited and liked it was with the soundtrack of Across the Universe, where songs are so vastly rearranged that they are almost new songs entirely (but still with great melodies).

I am not crying “sacrilege”, Kris’s Yesterday was ok, basically what I expect from a guy with a good voice and a guitar, I just think he should stick to other songs.

Very nice cover. I love it when an artist, any artist, can make me appreciate a song all over again. I have been sick of that one for years.

I like Kris (even though I am a huge Adam supporter), and I thought his version of Yesterday was quite nice. Those Beatle’s songs are really good pieces of music that stand the test of time and all sorts of rearranging. Good for Kris!

Totally agree with the poster who said that Kris looks like Hal Sparks (michael in Queer as Folk).

Kris’ version was just meh. It wuld have been great if he had sung “Heartless” on a conservative show like that (yeah…bring on the Kanye!)

However, I love what Kris said about being a missionary and how much he learned from the people. It is so true! I was a Peace Corps volunteer in Africa (Lesotho) and stayed on for an additional 3 years helping to build up village schools and travelled extensively in Southern and Eastern Africa, and completely understand what he was saying.

His words rang so true in his response to his “missionary” (hate that word) work and I have a lot of respect for that. Missionaries were not especially liked but some of them I met and had to work with were amazing. I have a feeling that Kris was one of the amazing ones. His head is in the right place.

I also appreciate him not resorting to the whole faith and Christian thing. He kept (keeps) that private, as he well should.

I feel that Kris has a lot of integrity. His singing is okay- nothing special…I have students who would blow him out of the water. I will continue my tired mantra of I think he should stick to pop/country. He has inbuilt fans already in Middle America and I think he would kill in that genre.

Kris did a nice job on the interview and performance. He seems to be getting more comfortable doing this type of thing. He does look tired.
Wasn’t he at Disney World only yesterday and then had to fly back to NY for this appearance? Poor guy. When does he get to go home and really rest?

I donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t think people should interject politics into appearances by contestants. Kris appearing on Huckabee show was just because they are from the same state of Arkansas.

I was going to say the same thing. If Adam were from Arkansas, he would have him on, too. I don’t watch the Huckbee show regularly (too busy) but he’s had a wide variety of guests on his show, many with very opposite viewpoints, and he’s always respectful. He’s also known for asking provocative questions… to get his guests talking. I enjoyed seeing Kris on the show because Huckabee is a good interviewer and I knew he’d try to bring out the best in Kris. While Adam’s “glam” style is more my cup of tea, I enjoy Kris’ take on Yesterday. I also liked his version of Come Together and couldn’t figure out why the judges panned it the way they did. Ah well. If you want to see Kris take on comedy, watch him in Best Week Ever on VH1. Both Kris and Adam were a riot.

Nice guy, average singer…

As I’ve commented before, I really enjoy hearing Kris being interviewed. As a fan there is so much to learn about him since AI pretty much kept him in the shadows. I love the fact that his family and friends make fun of him! They will keep him grounded. Loved his take on Yesterday.

I wonder if he kept the tempo of the song slow so the Huckabee guy could manage the base?

I like Kris a lot…..I tried listening to his *Yesterday* as I read the comments here but man I needed more upbeat tune to off set the interview.
I know it must be Kris’s personality, but he just does not have a spark to him….which I see on many occasions. He seems so grounded and not caught up in all this hype…and, for me, that is a good thing…..just IMO, this does not translate well when doing the PR thing.
I love Kris the best when he and Adam are together….I think he is the most comfortable that way too. He seems like such a great guy though!

New song from Kris! I love it! I think it’s a really nice version of Yesterday. The interview was okay. He looked tired but he answered the questions well.

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

I don’t think Kris slowed the tempo down for Huckabee.

The preformance of “Yesterday” was ok not great.I will admit Kris does well arranging songs so they fit his range it is just he has no spark when preforming.So I guess I agree with Pixie somewhat…Hi Pixie.

Kris is growing on me. I thought he was boring at first too. After supporting someone with so much charisma and talent (Dave Cook) I wasn’t sure. He is no Dave, but I would like to see what type of music he does.

I also think his singing technique is getting better (as long as he doesn’t do NB!). His performances during most of AI left me feeling that he tenses his throat muscles too much and that makes it uncomfortable to listening too for me, but his final performance (tuesday) on aint no sunshine was great and also heartless and others after that.

I truly wish he does a really nice album. After listening to the Daughtry song I wonder why so many AI artist turn out so bland on their records? He wasn’t very mainstream on the show was he? Maybe I remember wrong…

I just re-watched the interview and performance of Kris and Huckabee doing Yesterday. I had read the comments yesterday (some quite bizarre) and thought I must have missed something in the questioning. Nope.

It was a very relaxed and enjoyable interview. Kris is laid back and easy going. He doesn’t take himself too seriously and I love that about him. It was nice to hear questions about him for a change. This is what ticks me off the most about this year’s Idol press. The media and the TV show didn’t get the controversial ‘winner and runner-up’ they wanted from the start. They were after culture wars and hot topics and had a few angles to go to if one fell through.

Kris didn’t go along with the script. Adam didn’t go along with the script. America won with two great winners this year – and I ALWAYS feel the final two are the winners even if only one can carry the Idol Title.

On Kris’ version of ‘Yesterday’ – I love it, with exception to the musical accompaniment. Put some good music to it, or even just Kris on the guitar and you have a winner. This is one of my all time favourite songs, so I cringed just knowing I’m a bit prejudiced when anyone sings it. But his interpretation and soulfulness in his voice is pure and heart wrenching. I do have issues with how he pronounces ‘play’. I’ll get over it.

I’m curious if this was before or after he and Katy got mobbed/assaulted in NYC that was mentioned in the radio interview he did. He was pretty creeped out by that and he said that Katy was very upset.

On him and Katy, I think they’re going to do just fine. I was around their age when I was a newlywed and had a similar long distance pre and post marriage relationship with my husband – College and Work followed by Entertainment Industry.

It can and does work well for very many people. Both can maintain their individuality, pursue their interests, and the time together is sweeter and more valued. Of course, it all depends on how they handle it, but they are coming into it with a strong foundation and mutual respect. They are each other’s cheerleaders. I wish them the best.

I liked Krisà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ comment about his being in a long distance relationship for 5 years. Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m assuming this is because of his missionary work.

Also, they went to different colleges.

Kris is a nice guy. And I enjoy hearing that his open-mindedness, at least in part, grew from his global travels. I believe that’s true for a lot of peeps raised in conservative or sheltered environments, myself included. Good on him. Wish it could happen more often, if for no other reason than life’s more interesting that way.

Not completely sure what I think of Yesterday. I know what I believe about Kris. Assuming his songwriting skills are as strong as his musical instincts and interpretive skills suggest, I think he has huge mainstream, cross-over potential. To have it’s breadth meet his potential though, I believe country-pop-folk-rock will be the route. Taylor Swift comes to mind. Yet to be seen though, because otherwise, I view him as David Cook lite (that is, not a good thing, imo.)

ETA: What happened in NY? I didn’t hear of any mob/assault? Yikes!

Nothing can top The Beatles’ original for me. But Kris’ version is nice indeed. His voice is so soothing. I would love him to sing something more upbeat though.
I want to see more of him with his wife. I wouldn’t mind Adam together with them too! Must be cuteness overload!

What happened in NY? I didnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t hear of any mob/assault

was after the finale i think its this interview.

http://www.q100atlanta.com/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=svACIEGOsoE=&tabid=227

I think it is great that our two idol finalists are able to do different things, that they are interviewing at different places, that they sing differently, that they look different, etc.

Kris handled himself very well, and the interview nicely stayed focus on Kris and his singing…exactly where it needed to stay. ‘Yesterday’ is my all time favorite Kareoke song (this isn’t a bad rap) and since Kris has said he loves Paul McCartney it was a good choice. Not my favorite rendition, I just love the haunting melody on this song, but it fits into Kris’ style.

Kris has one of my favorite attributes in spades, and that is common sense. He just gets it….how to act and react. He says the appropriate thing and makes the appropriate remarks and doesn’t get flustered and keeps the conversation in his court. He doesn’t “allow” the interviewer to go where he doesn’t want it to go because he has such good filter skills. Kudos, Kris….get some sleep.

“I wonder if he kept the tempo of the song slow so the Huckabee guy could manage the base?”

No. Mike Huckabee is a competant bass player, and has certainly handled songs with other guests that were faster and much more complicated. Kris must have selected “Yesterday” because it was easy to do without much rehersal and because he wanted to play it.

The outcome, however, was meh for me.

Kris should really stick to songs he can make his own in a BIG WAY. Otherwise, I’m afraid he will be written off as mediocre quickly, and the general public will not ever see his unique musical gifts before he fades away due to performances such as this.

Kris did a fine job and I think modernized the song, “Yesterday”. Lots of feeling and enjoyed it.
The interview was quite relaxed and at ease, not tense or ill at ease for either Kris or Huckabee.
Kris said he and his family supported Huckabee. I’m sure they are probably in agreement politically and both are peace making individuals.
Huckabee always has guests on the show with different views. He can get along peaceably and discuss views without necessarily agreeing.
I believe Kris to be the same sort of person as Huckabee.
You can agree to disagree with people.
You can accept people,love them, but that doesn’t mean you condone those things you don’t agree with.
I’m sure Kris doesn’t want to get into discussing his views and politics at all.

The whole idea of American Idol was find people who were not professionals and make them stars and Kris is that. That is why I am glad Kris won American Idol.

I thought Kris had made money from his music. I could be wrong on this. But I thought he had worked in clubs and bars singing and playing guitar, and I assumed he was paid for that. I also understand he put out a CD? I know alot of people do and they don’t always sell so that might not count. But I don’t get the impression that he was plucked from obscurity with no professional experience.

I would say that Megan was probably the only true non-professional on this season. Didn’t she say AI was the first time she sang in public?

Kris didnt put out his cd.He made it in his basement.I dont even know if he sold them. David cook did was Kris did..play in bars/clubs.I am fishy about Adam.From what i understand he was in theatre so he was discovered already.Kris was a small town boy who was looking to be in the music industry.I love that story more than this “Is Adam Gay ” crap.

He’s a sweet kid and deserves success as much as anyone.

The mob/assault was at the Nokia (not NYC), when fangirls were pushing to get to him and grabbing his hair and trying to rip his shirt off. Welcome to the public life, Kris.

I am fishy about Adam.From what i understand he was in theatre so he was discovered already.
Kris was a small town boy who was looking to be in the music industry.I love that story more than this à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Is Adam Gay à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  crap.

Adam auditioned for parts and got some of them. I have many many friends who are in bands. They have to audition, or least give a demo tape, to clubs before they get a gig. I’m not sure there is much of a difference. So Kris audtitioned and got gigs too. I wouldn’t say Adam was more discovered than Kris. Even Kris said in one interview that he had as much experience as Adam, except that his wasn’t in musical theater.

If you don’t like the gay story, well, that is your thing but it doesn’t have anything to do with music.

Kris made a demo CD. Cook and others have, too. It was never available for public sale.

Kris made a demo CD. Cook and others have, too. It was never available for public sale.

Cook said he sold, maybe, a couple hunderd copies over a two-year period. No much to talk about. I have friends in bands who made their own CDs. Many times they would set up a table after the gig and try to sell some. Cook probably didn’t even sell enough to cover the costs of recording it. The CD wasn’t the issue. My point was that Kris had professional gigs. I think all of the contestants, except Megan, did. Even Allison was in a band and won $50,000 in a singing competition.

Really, I think AI needs people who are driven. So of course most, if not all, of the contestants, if they are good, are going to have had some paying gigs before they audition.

it’s not completely amateur hour, let’s face it. Of course, I’m not sure about Sarver or Megan…..I never got the feeling either of them had ANY experience. Did Lil? She didn’t seem too savvy. I wouldn’t be surprised if I had heard the top 4/5 had the most experience of all of them.

Unless and until AI sees fit to change it’s auditioning rules to “you must only have sung in your bathroom shower” rather than “you must not be under a current recording contract,” the show will never again be about finding a completely inexperienced, unpolished talent (if it ever was.) No amount of so-called American demand for earnest, hopeful, raw wannabes will make that a “reality.” Frankly, I seriously doubt that, despite protestations to the contrary, anyone truly wants to watch non-seasoned peeps try to navigate the AI experience — just look at the unmitigated crap thrown at Lil, Megan, and Danny, to name three.

It’s simply not what the show is about, no matter how many people claim that it is. Kris is no less experienced, seasoned, or practiced than Adam. They simply had different experiences and practice, and thereby came out distinctly seasoned!

Why did Kris talk to Simon though a window? I dont get it.I think its because they needed to calm Simon down from his Adam lost.

Why did Kris talk to Simon though a window?

I’m sure Kris wasn’t referring to an actual window. Window is a euphemism for a small amount of time. From what I gather Simon actually left the Nokia theater before he ever talked to any of the idols the night of the announcement.

What Kris is referring to is that during the idol season Simon didn’t have much time to spend with the idols, so that Kris only got to really talk to him a very little bit during the season. Sometimes when we speak English we use phrases that can be really confusing.

I just happened to catch part of the Huckabee show yesterday. I think it’s being repeated tonight BTW. Kris started off ok on Yesterday but then it got a little pitchy (sorry Randy). I’m probabaly over critical because his music doesn’t really appeal to me. But HE does. He has to be one of the sweetest guys on earth. And I love that he loves Adam.

thought it was authentic to the original Beatles version and didn’t change it up that much even. That’s what i love about Kris, classy and cool guy that comes across in interviews and his songs.

Btw, was that Huckabee dude even playing the bass??? :huh_tb:

Meh, didn’t care for Kris’s version of Yesterday. Wasn’t bad per se, just wasn’t all that. As Paul or was it John who sang: “nothing to write home about”… (heh)

Kris is a great guy, cute, etc., but his voice isn’t that great really, and not everything he does to change a song is necessarily for the better… IMO.

he did a casual, impromptu version of a Beatles tune without back up musicians, and sang it with sincerity and sweetness.

NO ONE sings any of the Beatles songs better than they do. But those songs live on, and by choosing one Kris showed again what his musical values and interests are.

I am crossing my fingers for a great first album. I think it has the potential to be, and in his own quiet way (and because they are just as much or more focused on Adam’s first album), he may be able to stand up to the AI producing machine…

Absolutely loved that version of “Yesterday.” Kris reminds me of Amos Lee’s soul/folk vibe, the way he bends notes and interprets lyrics. I don’t find Kris “pitchy” in the least, and I’m pretty sensitive to off-key singers.

And I loved how he wished Huckabee luck “too.” This kid clearly isn’t intimidated by anybody’s standing in life.

Decent version of Yesterday I guess. I like Kris, but man, he still sometimes strikes me as a bar singer. I think its the tone of his voice. I much prefer Dannys voice.

The Beatles are the Beatles…nobody can touch them but Kris’ version was pretty good. I liked it the 1st time i listened to it, loved it the 2nd time.

Based on the clothes he is wearing, this is the same day as the Today show taping, the BestinWeek VH1 taping and many more. I understand that you need to strike while the iron is hot, but man, the winner/runner up get no brakes.

And i am always pleased when kris avoids being preachy by bringing god/religion into the conversation…he was quick to downplay his one yr as a worship leader and placed focus on his family and friends (not faith)

Well, the “christian” thing might be a little bit for Kris what the sexuality orientation issue is for Adam. He didn’t try out for AI to become a spokes person for christianity?

loving kris and his “yesterday” performance….love hearing it over and over again, so mellow, so soothing……for a shy guy, “inexperienced” with camera, limelight and attention, i think kris is doing an incredible job! i love how kris is growing right in front of us as an artist!

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Good analogy! Amos Lee is also very low key when acoustic. I’m also confused about the “pitchy” comments since I’m usually pretty sensitive too. Confused, but not surprised.

Some AI fans may know Amos Lee from this:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KSsxYP1nS5o

Btw, was that Huckabee dude even playing the bass???

You’re kidding, right?
Huck is a great bass player and the interview was first-rate!
Love them both!

I heart his version of “Yesterday”.

I know this is a largely unpopluar opinion but I love Huckabee and watch his show on Sunday nights (rebroadcast from Saturday). I’m not watching the vid as I’m saving it for watching live tonight. And FWIW, the dude (Huckabee) is a pretty good musician. Can’t wait to see the Kris interview and song!!

I don’t think I’m going to tire of this guy

What a wonderful gentleman.

It’s interesting how people who perhaps grew up with the Beatles perceive their music differently than my age group. To me, the orig Beatles are kind of meh even though I understand why people are crazy about them. I appreciate them mostly for their song writing as opposed to the actual singing. Therefore, I love when people like Kris, Archie or Michael Johns and many others cover them well.

Hey Anya –

I like those younger artists too. But I know lots and lots of people in their teens and 20s who worship the Beatles. “Meh” is not how they would describe them!

If you haven’t seen “A Hard Day’s Night,” that might be a great way to see and hear the Beatles magic. Or watching “Anthology,” the amazing multi-part documentary about them.

Their exquisite harmonies, their ability to rock you out and then move you with ballads, their very fine instrumental playing, and their utter charm…..here’s a taste from a live performance — keep in mind that when the Beatles were together and playing live, the amplification and recording technology was not great, and they could barely hear one another above the screaming of fans. But you get some of their brilliance here:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TU7JjJJZi1Q&feature=related

and more here, in their final rootop concert while making “Let It Be” — the technology is so much better!:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J_oGWzoDUkQ&feature=related

As for huge Beatles fans (of the band as well as the songs) who are probably closer to your age than mine — here are a few:

Eddie Vedder, Maroon 5, Rufus Wainwright, Ben Harper, Oasis, Fiona Apple, KRIS ALLEN, DAVID COOK and so many more….

Well I just watched the interview on Huckabee and Kris didn’t seem the least bit uncomfortable or tired to me. Now I’m waiting for the performance.

ETA: Just keard Kris’s performance and I thought it was amazing. For those that appreciate that his kind of music, Kris is FAB! I appreciate his kind of music for sure!!

ETA: Just keard Krisà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s performance and I thought it was amazing. For those that appreciate that his kind of music, Kris is FAB! I appreciate his kind of music for sure!!

I heart you forever, girl. I also totally agree. I have been listening to it over and over.

Well I actually really, really like this performance of Yesterday. (:

I enjoyed Yesterday actually. Thought it was really Allenized.

Btw, do you know if this is really KA.I’ve been partly bothered trying to discern if this one is a fake because it looks so real.

http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e369/themanwashere/kris-allen1.jpg

Btw, do you know if this is really KA.Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ve been partly bothered trying to discern if this one is a fake because it looks so real.

It is definitely photoshopped. They post it on ONTD all the time.

yesterday is one of my all time favourites! and Kris killed it…love love love his voice (swoon)

Kris is definitely seeming more relaxed in interviews. He always had a dry charm, but he’s adapting to the snappy-answer format of these things.

Some people here have talked about “agreeing to disagree” and that you can “love people without approving of their lifestyle” with regards to Huckabee’s views.

It’s a free country, people are entitled to their opinions, but I would not call comparing gay people to pedophiles “agreeing to disagree.” I’d call it insulting, harmful, and despicable. Saying “I don’t think that homosexuality is moral” is expressing a difference of opinion. Comparing an entire group of people who simply differ from you in terms of their sexuality to child molesters is morally and factually wrong.

I haven’t been a big Kris fan, but I think he does pretty well most of the time, and I even kinda’ like the “crack” in his voice that pops in every now and then. But am I the only person in the world who thinks he plays the guitar like a ukulele? To me it sounds amateurish and I find the very repetitive strum strum strum of boring chords to be a distraction from his vocal arrangements. But he is cute, and I’m lovin’ the Kradam interactions …

Kris is a really great guy – wouldn’t you love to have him as a friend? You just know he’d turn up at your door. With regard to “Yesterday,” I know many love the song, but I don’t believe it’s one of the Beatles’ best – pleasant, but unexciting. And, to tell the truth, that’s Kris, too. (Just started reading the very funny book, “Things White People Like,” and one of them is acoustic guitar.)