Season 7 Top 4 Results – Recap

((((((((HUG)))))))) to all Jason’s fans.

The group song was all kinds of great Idol cheezzz…. with good singing too…:))

Well, the obvious is over. Two safe Davids, who’d a thunk? As prepared as I thought I was for Jason to go, I’m still verklempt.

This question segment is just stupid. Ugh.. and Can this bunch be more inarticulate? No wonder people are not watching anymore..

Did they set a theme for tonight’s “Q&A” to be Dumbest Questions Ever? I don’t get why they would allow some of the questions they allowed tonight. That was uncool to allow the girl to ask David for a date.

I’m glad this is a singing competition and not a debate. These idols have ZERO personality and are completely unable to think on their feet or sitting down. As long as they never have to answer questions to prove their talent, they’ll be okay.

That was uncool to allow the girl to ask David for a date.

I agree! Not very fair to him…I mean, what’s he supposed to say?

American Idol is jammed up – you can’t get on. I am seriously getting sick waiting for Jason. They better show him some respect.

Bo is on….and I don’t like the song….he looks healthy, but he needs stronger material. The ex-Idols should feel damn lucky that they’re getting a second viewing on this season….they all need the album push.

As for personality, you guys forget they are still “kids” and really all this spotlight is new to them…what are they supposed to say? Syesha seems to be the only one ready to answer the questions….I can imagine her in grade school (or college) raising her hand to answer the questions each time.

Bo Bice you DA MAN giving props to my man DC!!!!!

Poor Syesha. Hasn’t she been in the bottom 1, 2, or 3 EVERY week?! :down_tb:

Bo looks healthy and sounds good, but the song is just meh to me…

“I need a witness”? Yes, Bo. You also need a hair cut. So do you, Jason.

Terrie – thanks – hug back from me

Syesha will go next week and it will be the boring D vs D thing. I will not be watching anymore. I bet the viewership goes does several million viewers. Can we say: boringggggggg

Wow!! Jason goes home and everybody is smiling, including him. A Idol first.

He knows what’s coming, like everyone else.

Jason is jamming! He be jamming! That’s his Song….he’s having fun, the stress is off! Damn that was hot, why didn’t he do that the night before????

Wow, I expected Syesha to be one of the first 3 to leave, not last three standing!!

Will this be the first season that neither of the final 2 were in the bottom all season?? I recall only Kelly and Carrie making it straight through – perhaps Clay??

Jason smiled like a 10 ton weight had been lifted from his shoulders. It made me smile to see him like that. His exit interviews will be F.U.N.

I will hold on to this:

God made me for a reason and nothing is in vain
Redemption comes in many shapes with many kinds of pain
Oh, sweet Jesus if you’re listening, keep me ever close to you
As I’m stumblin’, tumblin’, wonderin’, as I’m travelin’ thru…

*hugs to all Jason fans*

David vs. David, I disagree, I think more will watch just to see the results of the ballad vs. the rocker. Come on, be real.

What song is he doing????

That was uncool to allow the girl to ask David for a date.

The funny thing is that the same girl called, I think, last week, but they didn’t put her through. Kinda surprised they did this time. Lame.

Sad to see Jason go but thrilled that DC is safe. And what was that about only 1 million votes separating each of the Top 3? Is it going to be like the Taylor/Kat/Elliott Top 3 results next week?

For Syesha to make it to the top 2, she’s got to pick the RIGHT song and sing it without any runs and lingering notes. Just sing it. She’s a pretty girl, but I think only NOW is she having FUN! and enjoying the attention.

Jason seemed relieved, and so I’m relieved for him. Can’t wait to see him on the TV circuits…I’ll be watching Ellen and all the other shows so we can see him performing without the judges criticizing him.
He was happy tonight…and loving life, as usual.

Purple – that was really really special of you thanks.

lilq, I think David Cook is the most articulate Idol from any season. It’s not his fault people ask stupid questions. Actually, I think he handled it quite well; he was vague and honest.

What’s the theme for next week? Or is there a theme?

While I am sad to see Jason go at least he went with a smile and class and some major fun!

Jason, don’t forget t put off the lights when you leave!

And thanks for all the pics you put up when I asked in the past. You are super cool

Did you guys see TMZ? Jason said “don’t vote” :smile_wp:

http://www.tmz.com/tmz_main_video?titleid=1542755414

Big hugs to Jason’s people. But boy was he entertaining tonight….I think he really is relieved that it’s over and he can get on with his life.
Now, he can do the talk show circuit and then the following week, he’ll be back for the final so you don’t really have a Jason-free week until after the finale.

Whatà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s the theme for next week? Or is there a theme?

annoula,

Usually at this stage of the competition, each contestant sings 3 songs: one they picked for themselves, a producers pick, and the 3rd song is judge’s choice. Each judge will pick a song for 1 specific contestant to sing.

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Anyway, IMO Jason = Ace — the difference is that Jason will get those acting gigs….honestly, he would be the perfect slacker friend in a comedy….he’s got the acting gift.

Most boring top three ever. Only David Cook shows any emotion when he sings and being a rocker(?) not a lot. The others no substance whatsoever.IMO

Though expected, I’m sad to see Jason leave. He had a good run and his presence on the show will be missed.

Speaking of jamming, great to see Bo back in fine form – “Witness” was outstanding. All right, Bo!

On the plus side my fingers will regain feeling.

Finally Jason is off the show. It was about time, sorry but he just did not bring it for several weeks in a row.

Jason baby, I’ll miss the heck out of ya. You totally made this season for me.

MTM is now my favorite studio. It’s chilling. I’ve been a fan since day 1 but the last couple studio recordings have surprised me. Too bad only his fans get to hear that side of him. I feel good, good things for him.

He was right – his inexperience did him in. Not to mention his too-honest-for-his-own good, sweet and uncalculated Jasonness.

ok. I’m done for this year.

Taylor was never in the bottom 2 or 3 either, along with Carrie and Kelly.

While I will miss seeing Jason on my tv I’m glad he’s done with the judge’s abuse. He did seem really relieved. When Ryan said that to him he said “Yeah, there’s three songs next week, I don’t know what I would have done!”

Did Ryan say what the theme for next week will be

I smell a DC/Sy finale. Honestly, I think that DA is the weakest left, not Sy.

Jason did look kind of relieved. Top 4 is nothing to be ashamed of. At least he didn’t go out immediately after Paula-gate. He got to have fun tonight.

This has to be the least surprising top 4 boot evah! This show no longer has the mystery and unpredictability.

Jason was wonderful tonight. Funny and charming! I loved when he said to Ryan, “This guy came up to me and he said I shot the Tambourine Man. I thought that was pretty funny”.

I also thought it was an excellent observation he made about his inexperience.

I LOVE Jason! He was always just himself.

Jobbix: You must be kidding? That Syesha is still in it is a total surprise! Unless you mean the two Davids?

He DID say dont vote – it was like a call for help – get me the hell out of this Idol prison I am in. Save me – Ok – I am fine with it. Maybe thats why Cook was so down last night. He doesnt want to be known as the American Idol rocker dude, how uncool does that sound for a rocker. Save David Cook – we know him and love him – set him free

This has to be the least surprising top 4 boot evah! This show no longer has the mystery and unpredictability.

I don’t know, I think there have been a couple of seasons where we’ve all seen the top 2 or the winner coming a mile away. There’s also been a number of shocking boots this year. Say what you want about S7, but it has not been that predictable.

That said, I’m sad to see Jason go. But he had it coming.

Can someone PLEASE tell Syesha to STFU with her Civil Rights movement speeches.

I thought Tuesday was bad, but tonight just flat out pissed me off. Stop acting like you give two cents about what the hell that song had to do with anything aside from Y-O-U and your “change”.

Oh wait, I forgot, she’s acting.

I am not, and have never been, a Syesha fan, but even as much of a non-fan I am, I thought that she had grown better in the weeks and I was proud to see her growth. However, I’m so entirely turned off now it isn’t even funny.

But with that damn speech I hope she never goes into acting, because she obviously can’t, since I didn’t buy one bit of it.

On another note:

HUGGGGSSS to all Jason fans. I mean I put all twenty on him in the pool, wasn’t happy about doing so, but well, I was prepared, and Jason looked like he knew it. I am proud of him and I thought his exit video was nice, albeit a bit too “I’m a goofball” for my liking. I expect great things from him.

The only thing that softened my Jason dismissal was having my WONDERFUL BO on the stage.

Oh how I love Bo.

D vs. D finale!

Speaking of Syesha, this girl has the knack of making a scene out of every thing. Last night, it was her song and civil rights movement. Tonight, it’s her Idol run and presidential election.. LOL

This has to be the least surprising top 4 boot evah! This show no longer has the mystery and unpredictability.

AGREED!!

Still impatiently waiting for a shocking boot……..

dogncatmom – Clay was never in the bottom 2 or 3 either.

I will miss Jason – he’s so unique. He will probably be a lot of fun on the tour where he can be himself.

Sysesha, girl, you are next! You are not one of the chosen top 2.

I agree with all the Syesha drama ickies. My sister absolutely hates her.

I don’t hate her, but I do despise her with the burning passion of a thousand suns. I want her off my teevee. I shall be switching channels for her homecoming and will be sending good thoughts DC’s way instead.

And Jobbix as you noted it was about HER and the Civil Rights movement on Tuesday and HER and the presidential election tonight.

I think it is JUST about HER.

Oh well. She’s probably just playing smart. I’m sure she knows what she’s doing.

Syesha will be the next to go. D & D final. I am really excited about that!!!

I am going to miss Jason but he seems alright. I couldnt even be sad for him because he looked so happy with his charming smiling self. I really hope he continues to make music because I enjoy him and would buy that album.

Still impatiently waiting for a shocking bootà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦Ãƒ ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦..

Yup. Sigh.

Well, I’m just way happy Jason made the Top 4. Gracious, happy exits are what I like to see, and that’s what we got.

I agree about Syesha. I think she is talented, but I can do without the drama.

Yep, I agree its going to be David vs David. No shocker there. I think Cook will take this and it would be very well deserved. I think hes been the most consistant and is ready to be a star.

And now, on with the show!

Kind of weird that he sang ” I Shot The Sheriff” when iTunes has “Mr Tambourine Man” as the single. And why did Cookie have to have “Hungry Like The Wolf” as his single? I would have bought it if it was “Baba O’Riley” because I wanted to hear his full version.

I am going to miss Jason like crazy. At the end of season two I swore I would never cast another vote for an American Idol contestant when Clay lost out to Ruben. Five years later I broke my vow and voted for Jason. And voted, and voted!

He was right though, his inexperience caught up with him. He was funny and willing to joke at his own expense tonight – very classy. I’m sure this experience has helped him to grow. Now I hope a nice record label takes him under their wing and nurtures his obvious talent.

I love his voice and especially his recording voice. I bought every single one of his studio recordings and they are all wonderful. He may not have the technical singing skills but there is something about him that really touches the heart.
Maybe because he is not afraid to be who he is, and that just shines through. It’s that elusive “IT” factor Simon is always blathering on about. Jason has “IT”.

I’ll keep watching and hoping for a Cookie win – he deserves it. But I’m cancelling my unlimited texting package on my cell phone. LOL

Jason – peace. Thanks for entertaining us all.

I think Jason will be fine once they stop putting the poor guy into a box he doesn’t fit into. Don’t worry Jason, you don’t have to sing anymore songs sung by big glamourpusses! You’re all set to do things your way!

As much as I LOVE Jason…idol was just not the best thing for him, and I don’t mean that in a terrible way, but he didn’t cope as well with being stuffed into catagories that didn’t suit him. That’s just not Jason, and obviously you can tell that bothered him by his immediate relief of not having to learn 3 songs next week, especially two that would have probably sucked for him anyway.

I want to know why it is that Sayesha and David Cook’s first 2 songs were on Itunes and David A and Jason’s second songs were chosen? I would much rather have had Baba O’Riley for David C. could care less about either of David A’s or Sayesha’s but I do wonder how they pick them for Itunes.

Oh! And I totally cracked up laughing when Jason said that someone said “He Shot the Tambourine Man!”

Teehee. I’ll miss his humor.

Vagabond, I could take your post in its entirity (sp) and cut and paste it and sign it as my own – that’s exactly how I feel. I LOVE Jason’s recording voice and I *hope* hope HOPE that I’ll get more music from him in the future.

I’m going to miss his cute bowlegs on the dance routines and quite think he made the sexiest matador tonight!

Still impatiently waiting for a shocking bootà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦Ãƒ ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦

Carly Smithson.

Michael Johns.

I think that’s about enough!

Carly Smithson.

Michael Johns.

I think thatà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s about enough!

I agree totally.

Jason is jamming! He be jamming! Thatà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s his Songà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦.heà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s having fun, the stress is off! Damn that was hot, why didnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t he do that the night before????

You should come to the new coffee house I just bought then. Jason will be jamming there on a regular basis.

Meaning no offense to anyone out there but next week I think the drama queen will announce that she is running to be the first black female president or something along those lines. She makes me ill just listening to all that stuff between last night and tonight. Up till then I thought she had done really well with a comeback because I had her pegged at leaving a long time ago. But between her speech last night and then tonight’s she blew it.

David Cook for the win!

I don’t think Carly or MJ ever had a breakout performance – maybe BoRhap for MJ but that was clear back in Hollywood. They both just seemed to be *almost* there – but not quite.

I am really looking forward to his immediate interview on American Idol Extra. Just think of all the questions. It should be good.

Carly Smithson.

I think thatà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s about enough!

Ditto!

Meaning no offense to anyone out there but next week I think the drama queen will announce that she is running to be the first black female president or something along those lines. She makes me ill just listening to all that stuff between last night and tonight.

Totally agree… I want her gone so bad. As it is, I leave the room when she performs…

Vagabond, I could take your post in its entirity (sp) and cut and paste it and sign it as my own – thatà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s exactly how I feel. I LOVE Jasonà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s recording voice and I *hope* hope HOPE that Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ll get more music from him in the future.

Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m going to miss his cute bowlegs on the dance routines and quite think he made the sexiest matador tonight!

Yep, Yep and Yep to both of you. I’ll miss Jason, and I’ll look forward to purchasing his music should he get the chance to record more.

I have bid farewell to my non-belting favorites, to whom I am eternally grateful. For what they lacked in runs and melisma, they made up for in character and heart, not to mention the pleasant, emotional vocals.

So now, if you’ll have me, I’d like a stamp in my passport that says “Cooktardistan”. At this point, I’ll all about DCFTMFW.

Syeeeesher is there for Obama!!!!!!!! :cry_wp:

David Cook ftmfw, y’all. My boy is going all the way.

I thought Syesha efffecctively tied up some loose ends.

The harmony on the group song was terrific.

Bo Bice is the best ex-Idol ever to appear on this show. No one else has ever been even close.

But this was about Jason and this version of ISTS was terrific.
-His comments to Ryan at the end.
-Sitting there twirling his hair during the makeover.

He stepped aside so Syesha could advance. Thats how I’ll remember Jason’s idol run.
And I’ll be following what should be a very unique post Idol career.

Jovi
May 7th, 2008 at 10:47 pm
Meaning no offense to anyone out there but next week I think the drama queen will announce that she is running to be the first black female president or something along those lines. She makes me ill just listening to all that stuff between last night and tonight. Up till then I thought she had done really well with a comeback because I had her pegged at leaving a long time ago. But between her speech last night and then tonightà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s she blew it.

It is because of the Civil Rights Movement that she is the first Black contestant on AI. Didn’t y’all know.

Next week, she should sing and not talk. I’m going to predict that Paula picks her song, and the producers give her Whitney Houston to sing. You wanna be a diva??? Karma!

I gotta say I watched the video of Syesha the second time on Change gonna come and she did a really good job on that. She used all her range and yes, she was a little dramatic, but in the right hands she can be a very good “voice”….maybe not a great pop singer….maybe jazz and Broadway….but I loved the song the second time around and those were real tears…she started crying when Paula gave her a standing O.

Syesha is the villian now. She outlasted Jason so now she’ll be viewed as a danger to the David juggernaut.

She makes me ill just listening to all that stuff between last night and tonight. But between her speech last night and then tonightà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s she blew it.

I think so too. If she would’ve left it at how she was living her dream and was emotional about that, it would’ve been fine. I drew the line when she went on and on about the civil rights movement……how do you put that in the same category as performing on AI? :blink_tb: And then tonight she blathers on about the elections. Whatever.

Bo Bice is the best ex-Idol ever to appear on this show. No one else has ever been even close.

SO SO SO true. Even Simon stood up and clapped for him. I watch Simon a lot when ex idols perform, if I can, and he doesn’t always stand up. For Bo he did.

I thought Bo did such a phenomenal job. And THAT’s how you perform a ROCK song during the rock week of American Idol(even if it wasn’t in the top 500 choices, it was the only one that actually rocked.”

Well, I’m proud of Jason for making it this far. I thought he would go home after top 6.

He had a good run. =)

So what is it that made you cry, Syesha — the civil rights movement, or the race for the Democratic presidential nomination? If you’re going to engage in pathetic pandering, at least be consistent about it.

Ugh. And just when I was actually kind of coming around to her.

Jason is a class act. He knew it was his time and he went out with the grace and humor that I’ve come to love him for.

Mr. Tambourine Man may be my new favorite studio version of his. It is LOVE.

I am happy/sad right now. So sad to see my sweet Jason off my TV. He was fantastic in the middle of a super craptastic show. Happy that he is relieved. But damn, the boy made Top 4 with 2 years singing experience. His iTunes numbers have always been top 2 or 3. So way to go, Jason! I will see you on tour having a blast and just being your so very cool, Jason self.

Carly Smithson.

Michael Johns.

I think thatà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s about enough!

I didn’t think either of those was shocking at all. Michael’s problem was that DC is in the competition. To a lot of people, MJ came off as a wannabe and less talented version of the real deal, DC. Had DC not been there, I think MJ would easily have made top 4 at the very least.

Out of the top 6, Carly was the only one without a clear musical identity. The other 5 have a niche of some kind. I like Carly, but I always found her rather confusing. It’s hard to vote for someone like that. Her performance of Jesus Christ Superstar didn’t help her, either…it really wasn’t very good, IMO.

So, I still haven’t found a boot that shocks me. And the only way that would happen is if DC goes home next week which I really really hope doesn’t happen.

There was an article today that criticized Syesha for her take on the civil rights movement, and specifically mentioned Obama. Suddenly, it’s in her speech. Holy Pageant work, girl. I want world peace too.

Yep, Yep and Yep to both of you. Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ll miss Jason, and Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ll look forward to purchasing his music should he get the chance to record more.

I have bid farewell to my non-belting favorites, to whom I am eternally grateful. For what they lacked in runs and melisma, they made up for in character and heart, not to mention the pleasant, emotional vocals.

So now, if youà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ll have me, Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢d like a stamp in my passport that says à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Cooktardistanà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ . At this point, Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ll all about DCFTMFW.

I could not have said it better. Jason, they were not kind to you, but you were kind to them. You go! Way to show some humor and class.

Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m going to predict that Paula picks her song, and the producers give her Whitney Houston to sing.

Blech! You’re probably right. I so wish they’d retire Whitney from the list of approved songs.

Annoula – I totally agree. David Cook handled the date question as well as he could. Please understand – I adore him and want him to be the next idol. He had me at “Hello”, literally. However, AI should’ve never allowed that girl to ask him for a date. Thank goodness he handled it well, but if he had said a straight yes, people wouldve thought he was fake or dumb because it’s an unsafe world. If he had said no, he’d be considered a jerk by some. It was a catch 22. He handled it the best anyone could. He did nothing wrong. AI shouldn’t have allowed the question. He should have never been put on the spot.

So what is it that made you cry, Syesha à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’  the civil rights movement, or the race for the Democratic presidential nomination? If youà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢re going to engage in pathetic pandering, at least be consistent about it.

Well somebody loves her, she’s still in the race. And you know what? She could end up #2. Don’t count her out (the votes are coming from the Latinos and the Floridians) “Mercado” is Latino.

arly Smithson.

Michael Johns.

I think thatà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s about enough!

Neither of them were shocking to me. I think MJ is hot and has a nice voice, but he showed zero personality until he left the show. He failed to pick up fans early, despite the pimping. Carly had issues as well. I like them both and wish them well. These kids all deserve some love.

It won’t surprise me if Syesha mentions the skyrocketing gas price next week…LOL

So now, if youà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ll have me, Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢d like a stamp in my passport that says à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Cooktardistanà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ . At this point, Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ll all about DCFTMFW.

Welcome to the team, SpenserJ. You do have unlimited text messaging, right?

Syesha was crying because she knew that she , David C. and Jason were just props in the coronation of little David .
Just put on his crown and let the judges bow in honor of the little robot king. Syesha just saw the writing on the wall and the tears started to flow.

à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Mercadoà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  is Latino.

Wow, seriously?!?

Donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t count her out (the votes are coming from the Latinos and the Floridians)

Do we have demographic information on that? I know DialIdol has a geographic breakdown, but without more, it seems a little…odd to assume that Syesha’s votes are coming from Latinos just because of her last name. And besides, going by that logic, why do you assume that the Latinos are voting for “Mercado” but not “Archuleta”?

So what is it that made you cry, Syesha à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’  the civil rights movement, or the race for the Democratic presidential nomination? If youà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢re going to engage in pathetic pandering, at least be consistent about it.

She’s getting prepared for the Oscars a la Halle B

Looks like my Idol work is done for this year. I will just sit back and watch the lack luster performers in the next two weeks, and wait for the Idol tour come to me this summer. On a much brighter happier moment..Bo Bice is a class act. You’ve come a long way Bo. :king_tb:

why do you assume that the Latinos are voting for à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Mercadoà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  but not à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Archuletaà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ?

Or Castro? If anything the proud latino vote is getting split like mad this season. Only Pastey McHawtRocker doesn’t have any latino cred.

Hey, doesn’t Syesha know mj prefers no political talk on this blog, Geesh.

David Cook ftmfw, yà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢all. My boy is going all the way.

I agree. He’s been my fave since the auditions.
Now I must go to AmericanIdol.com to buy the Taylor Hicks stamps. I figure it’s my only chance to ever lick his backside.

hollygo9 May 7th, 2008 at 11:32 pm

Only Pastey McHawtRocker doesnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t have any latino cred.

LOL! Cocky Pastey McHawtSmugRocker. He has quite a reputation now doesn’t he?

Let’s hope he sails through to the end!

Can anyone else not go back and edit their posts? It’s not letting me.

Donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t count her out (the votes are coming from the Latinos and the Floridians) à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Mercadoà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  is Latino.

Well, this Floridian sure as heck is not voting for her.

Welcome to the team, SpenserJ. You do have unlimited text messaging, right?

Muchas Gracias Holly (that is my homage to Syesha’s alleged Latinoism). And, indeed I do have unlimted texting. Didn’t anyone tell you? PJ and I have been single-handedly keeping Jason in the race, and therefore – torturing him for our own selfish gains.

At least David Cook has the unanimous chef vote.

Well, I didn’t get any judges love for Jason tonight, but I am happy he left with a satisfied smile on his face. Obviously he knew he would be leavin; and the look of relief on his face was noticeable after Ryan announced his name.

I think the format of the show had just gotten overwhelming for him and his style of music. The fact that he mentioned his inexperience tonight implied to me that he was possibly having some issues of self-doubt and insecurity at this point in the competition, which surely affected his performances and even his song choices. This point of the competition is all about the big voices, and he, (and Brooke), really had no hope of competing with their subtle, heartfelt sound.

I look for a happy and chatty Jason the next few days during the exit interviews… and hopefully some great performances on the talk shows….

Ryan should really leak DA’s questions to jefFARTuletta so he can better prepare his puppetson with answers and comments. DA had me squirmin’ in my sofa tonight.

I absolutely hate the live question segment! I think Cookie handled the date question as best he could, but I do wish he could have come up w/ something better than “we’ll see”. Maybe perhaps something along the lines of I’ll go as long as we can make it a double and I can bring Ryan or Simon, or something kind’ve jokey. I understand though how awkward that was and I think he did the best he could on the spot like that. I’m sure there is so much pressure. Still my undying love for David Cook can not be extinguished no matter what – even that lime green matador outfit….

I will truly miss Jason. I really think he added to this season. He was so funny and genuine and definitely my 2nd favorite all season. I really have a feeling he’s going to do very well for himself.

Thanks for this sight MJ. Long time lurker first time poster – you really help my fix!!:-)

DCFTMFW!!!

I will miss sunshine and beauty on that stage and I am not talking about Syesha. I will miss you Jason – for now

Aw, Jason really did look so happy to be leaving the pressures and critiques, I couldn’t be sad for him. He went out with a smile and a jam.

On another note…I never, ever again want to see DC in shiny green Matador pants. Ever.

Still trying to figure out how Syesha blew it. Don’t you sort of want drama on reality television? I thnk she’s got that part figured out.

Note to Syesha…uhhhh Honey this is American Idol, not the Miss America Pagent. There is no question and answer segment on AI.

Scratching my head….how in the hell could TPTB actually want Little D to win this year. He would be the face of their franchise yet can’t put an entire conherent answer together when put on the spot. How the hell would he handle all of the press that is expected of him immediately after the finale and all during the tour. There is no time to send him to charm school to learn. BTW… a smile and giggle just aint gunna cut it. As much as I am really starting to dislike Syesha, she and DC are the only two of the three that can speak in complete sentences, not stammer ( unless you are being asked out by a stalker on national tv) and in an intelligent manner. I’d almost want AI to get stuck with ArchuD2 just for that reason.

Jason Castro is a classy guy. Nice way to handle yourself in the face of a Grayhound heading toward you at 100mph. Be proud of yourself and what you have acheived.

DC- Dude get some much needed sleep, enjoy the hell out of your hometown visit, and bring your game face next week. And for the love of all that is holy…PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE let Simon pick your song for next week. Keep Randy and Paula’s paws as far away from it as possible.

Baxter I couldn’t agree! I feel like DC needs to get that swager back. I want him confident, cocky and in charge!!

I meant to say I could not agree more!

DC needs to uinload some guy jewelry…….please.
Sy gives it all she has, legs, hips, chest, civil rights, political freedom, puppies, kittens…you name it.
Put the puppet strings back on DA. Remember last years winner was 17…..compared to DA she seems 50.

PS..poor me…

leogirl- That’s ok. I knew what you meant.

As everyone knows, Jason Castro has been my love since AI spoilers were released many many many moons ago….yes, I picked him based on a picture and a myspace, lol. It has been a fun ride. He brought something new to the Idol stage, and I have appreciated his fun loving attitude every week. He was a classy guy, took the punches with a smile on his face, and always stayed true to himself.

I will miss him, but hell, 4th place is not bad for someone who saw no air time until his Daydream performance.

I will be spending outrageous amounts of money on Idol tour tickets just to hear that boy sing live.

I will now be supporting Cookie, as I think he is the only exciting thing left, and he’s been in my Top 3 all year.

Can’t wait to see all of Jason’s exit interviews, they should be highly entertaining.

I’m already thinking about hearing Jason’s voice again (other than on my ‘pod, of course). Any ideas what he should sing on the appearance circuit next week?

David Cook is meant to play Roger in “Rent”

I’m really proud of Syesha. Girl just keeps chugging along and kept getting better and better. Next week though she’s so getting crushed by the David/David fanbases.

I will be spending outrageous amounts of money on Idol tour tickets just to hear that boy sing live.

Me too Tara.

And, welcome Leogirl78. Leo Girls rule. Just sayin.

He should go with one of the “moments” I guess. I’m still a little sad we never heard anything current.

MrRJ are you watching RENT on tv right now? lol. I had a similar thought while watching it.

David C has to win — he’s the only one that will have coherent speech during the post show interviews!! And whoever said Jordin seems 50 compared to DA….AGREE!

Why yes Tara…..Cook has the perfect voice for the role. GMTA

Poor Jason but he sure did seem like his normal happy self :wub_tb: I’ll still miss him
Lol I can’t believe that girl asked out DC :gulp_ee:

Does anybody know if Jason will be on Jay Leno,or David Letterman?

I thought “thesheriff” got shot… (A little Cookish humor)

“Hallelujah” would work, but I really like the energy in “Travelin’ Thru”. Thanks pj.

LOL. I kinda want him to do ISTS to be a rebel after his treatment. I really hope he sings the songs he loves.

Jason, proud of ya! You are a class act. Good job!

Even though Jason has been second favorite all year and I will miss him, I smiled all the way through his booting. I’m sure part of him wanted to win, but he was just so damn laid back and at peace with it, I couldn’t feel sad for him. That was the most joyful singout I’ve ever seen. That boy did NOT want to learn 3 songs or record whichever David’s coronation song won the stupid contest. He seemed almost giddy.

I can’t wait for him to hit the interview circuit! I kind of hope he performs “Daydream” on at least one of the shows.

Now, I’m ready for a song spoiler on Friday. I really hope Paula doesn’t pick for DC. Although, Simon might make him sing “Bleeding Love” so he can pimp Leona some more. Hmm.

Thank God Jason’s gone. He certainly outstayed his welcome, IMO. I’ll still probably pick up his album (if he makes one).

And in the battle of the studio versions this week, Jason Castro wins hands down. Haven’t heard anyone sound that close to Dylan, since, well Bob Dylan. It is nothing like what he did on the show.

MrRJ, *The Sheriff* got shot all the time in the S5 SP thread. Just ask, heh.

Well anybody but Paula can Pick a song for DC. I haven’t forgiven her for the song choice for Elliot……shudder….

I canà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t wait for him to hit the interview circuit! I kind of hope he performs à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Daydreamà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  on at least one of the shows.

I’m hoping that along with ya, cheese! But maybe he’ll be doing SOTR…

next week syesha will admit to an eating disorder.

It’s no secret that Jason was my pony this year. And, yet, I felt a deep sense of peace and relief for him. Things are as they’re supposed to be. Next week, Miss Drama Queen will be toast so the AI agenda can chug along with their prescripted agenda. I don’t have any ill feelings toward Syesha, but, I know she will never be a recording artist. And, I don’t think that is her dream.

Actually, I think Jason may be one of the successes from this year’s show. I’m not voting for anyone else. I have my Tuesdays back now. I will watch half-heartedly, but, I really don’t care who wins. David Cook looks like he wants to get the heck out of Dodge too. There’s much more pressure there than we’ll ever know. KLC said you become brain dead.

I sort of think they are going to crown Archuleta. But, to come in 2nd place would be as good for David Cook. He will crush little David in sales and concerts. So, if he wins, fine, if not, that’s good too.

I think Jason was relieved to go. He’s been their whipping boy long enough. And, let’s not forget how AI went out of their way to comfort poor Syesha. That was enough to make me gag.

I’m guessing Randy chooses for DA, Paula for Syesha, and Simon for DC? God, I hope so…

Next week Syesha is singing:

“Ain’t No Mountain High Enough”- dedicating it to those who can’t see their loved ones because of the rising gas prices.

“The Greatest Love” by Whitney Houston- because she believes the children are the future and that learning to love yourself is the greatest love of all. She decided long ago, never to walk in anyone’s shadow.

“Dance with my father again” by Tamyra Gray. I think there’s a back story on her dad being in jail before, so she dedicates this to him and cries about how she can finally dance with her father again.

In my opinion, Jason was never a whipping boy. His fan base love him almost beyond reason, and that is fine, but reality has to set in at some point . It became too much for him in the last few weeks and he really did want out. He said tonight that next week was too scary for him. I wish him well, I really do, but I will never think he was treated unfairly. Only DA is treated unfairly.

Apropos of nothing really important, did anyone else notice that Cookie has a poochy tummy when wearing skin tight green matador pants. (I know this because I replayed the commercial about 10 times. Check it out at the :27 sec mark.)

Apologies to Syesha? Yes. That was OTT, considering all that has went down in the last couple of weeks. I kinda thought that was a slap in Jason’s face. Whatev. The MTM recording is love. Jason has more character in his voice than she will ever have. IMO.

Only DA is treated unfairly.

Surely you jest! How has he been treated unfairly on the show? Please let us know.

LaFonda and weelassie, LOL……I agree.

She will sing these songs in a sheer gown while balancing a ball on her nose and riding a unicycle. Did I mention her American Flag earings?

Goodbye, Jason, I will miss you!! He looked relieved to go so I couldn’t feel too sad. He seems like such a nice kid.

I’m loving all the Syesha non-love tonight! I thought it was me feeling that way. Her crying and her stupid comparison of herself to the civil rights movement annoyed me and her comments tonight had me laughing. OMG – shut the hell up, would you? All I can say about her singing is – ho, hum. She brings nothing different and is just a smaller version of Jordin to me. I just can’t believe she lasted this long. Who the heck is voting for her? Please let her go next week.

we might see Joan Baez playing guitar for syesha’s interpretation of “We Shall Overcome” next Tuesday….and top it off with a 32 second screechy glory note…

Syesha’s relentless pandering continues unabated. Didn’t she say tonight she liked animals AND dolphins. She’ll stop at nothing to win the dolphin vote. We all know how those slimey bastards just love to text message.

MN Sue May 8th, 2008 at 12:07 am

Any ideas what he should sing on the appearance circuit next week?

SOTR would be a smart move for him, it’ll make fans out of people who don’t watch AI.

If I had my way, though, he would sing If I Fell or even Crazy.

I agree with the hope that Simon picks for DC. Paula would make him sing a song by Markie Mark or something. And Randy? Can we say Journey?

In my house we laughed through every single Jason Castro moment tonight, and were simultaneously sad and relieved for him. His honesty is so refreshing in the midst of the mechanics and politicking of AI.
The guy needs his own show. They could show him doing small gigs, helping out at his church, recording songs, kicking around a soccer ball, drinking a bottle of water… heck, I’d watch it all! I was happy the judges weren’t asked to say anything, and they just let the guy have fun. I’ve enjoyed nearly every single studio recording he’s put out and look forward to all the interviews and his future in music. Rave on, Jason!

DA has been given glory and honor on many occasions when he didn’t deserve it. Don’t get me wrong, he has his moments, but he gets away with lyrical flubs, vocal cracks, strange breathing, and pitchiness many many times all while Randy proclaims he is “molten hot” The DA unfairness is that he gets away with stuff nobody else does.

Jason looked happy to go. I believe him when he said inexperience was hurting him and he dreaded learning three songs. He got a nice send off and I laughed when he said “I shot the tambourine man.” One of the least sad eliminations ever and a nice change from Brooke.

Did they force them into those matador costumes at gunpoint? Wow.

I agree. Heà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s been my fave since the auditions.
Now I must go to AmericanIdol.com to buy the Taylor Hicks stamps. I figure ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s my only chance to ever lick his backside.

HA HA HA!!!! er, ewwwwww. Good for you Sparkles!

Like SpenserJ I am officially now DCFTFW !!!!!

Jason, Jason, Jason — too precious, so honest and true to himself. He left with such grace and dignity. He’ll find his own definition of success and I hope he’ll share it ‘ cause I’m buying.

All that said, I hope Randy and Simon feel like sh*t. Can’t wait for them to send Randy to the dawgpound.

Onto the remaining contestants —

Ditto baxter!

J.S.G.
May 8th, 2008 at 1:12 am
Syeshaà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s relentless pandering continues unabated. Didnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t she say tonight she liked animals AND dolphins. Sheà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ll stop at nothing to win the dolphin vote. We all know how those slimey bastards just love to text message.

Post of of the Month ! :clap_tb:

What the heck. There was such disrespect that Jason didn’t even get to sing his whole song. As if we care about the questions, Maroon 5, or Bo Bice. Let a person sing their goodbye song after you chased them out of the show, stupids.

I predict that Jason will have a more successful career than DA. But, I’ll have to consult Paula, of course, before I set this in stone.

Yeesh, the level of discomfort, the terror and the absence of energy in the show tonight, apart from the opening song (I just like that silly old song, so shoot me), was painful. What the……….are these guys having less fun than any top four of any other year I’ve seen? or am I just erasing the desperate anguish of other seasons from the overloaded power drive that is my mind….

Jason strung this out as long as he could, and much longer that I ever thought possible. Nice kid, goofy and fun, and he’ll head right for “The Hills” or something. A serious musician? Puleeze. Don’t worry about him, he’s a tween darling. But when both Maroon 5 and Bo Bice are advising them all to work hard and practice, practice, practice……nope, not that pony.

I missed some of the early show, and maybe I missed it here, but any news on the theme for next week? Or is it just you get to pick one, the judges pick one?

Geesh, I’m hoping DC will get in gear and mix it up again. And this is one time I’m actually hoping the judges get to pick TWO songs for the finalists…..

and was it just me or did anyone else have trouble hearing any voice but the lead singer’s on the Maroon 5 number? the guy has a killer falsetto, but the lyrics…..”I don’t care if I ever see your face again”??? did I hear that right? OK i’m an old romantic dame, but wasn’t a little, well, cold?.

OH, and the date question thingie.

I thought Cookie was righteously tongue-tied about that. I was kind of charmed by his lack of a snappy come-back. He didn’t want to say no, he didn’t want to say yes (what nudnik would?), and he didn’t want to make fun of her.

You know, men may dream of being the lust object of millions of women, but if it really happened the vast majority would be utterly overwhelmed by it — and more than a little worried that they might be starring in their own private version of Stephen King’s “Misery” soon……

Sometimes TPTB don’t get want they want. You can’t ALWAYS get what you want!!

David Cook is the “voice” of American Idol Season 7.

I believe that top 3 week the judges pick one song, the producers pick one song, and the contestants pick one song for themselves?

Terri Seymour did an interview with Jason just a bit ago on Fox 11 in LA. Here is part of the interview I got from the AI boards. (can’t find the video for it yet)

Exact quote: “It is such a relief. I had a blast here and it’s been the time of my life but I’m really mentally hitting a wall.”

Also Randy says Jason told him after the show that “I went farther than I ever thought I’d go.”

“Also Randy says Jason told him after the show that à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“I went farther than I ever thought Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢d go.à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ 

Jason just didn’t realize how Pretty and refreshing he was……..”Sunshine”>>>sunshine indeed.

Here it is:

My Fox LA

Thanks Lisa — too bad they spent more time talking to Simon and Pandi.

Terri Seymour’s voice, great today, croaking by 40. wow.

Best part of Jason, goofy and all – he’s real and knows his limitations. I hope the show hasn’t stunted him, he has so much room to grow.

Jason worked just as hard as the rest of them. I do think he just wanted to go. For 2 weeks in a row, they have slaughtered him. Not a pretty site to see supposed adults kick a 21 year old. His studio recordings are awesome. I believe that ALW week did him in. I hope TPTB are happy with whatever it is that makes their machine tick. I’m happy Jason made it as far as he did. He will be missed on that show. They have sucked the life out of it, and, it’s going to be one big borefest. I also think the fix is in for Archuleta to win. And, maybe, Cook will be better off coming in 2nd. He’ll have a little more artist control. (maybe) I don’t think he would be happy with the constraints of the winner’s contract. I could be wrong, but, these are my feelings.

Thank you MJ for fixing my link! YW Carolina! I agree Jason will continue to grow and I will definitely buy his cd.

Skylight, DC wants to win, he really does and I will vote my fingers off via landline and text to try and help him get that win as will the rest of DC’s fantards!

Insomniac here –

check this out!

http://www.iwasthinkingbobmarley.com/

Instead of going Home to Florida –Syesha’s Homecoming will be held in my home state of Alabama in Selma on a bridge,,,all civil rights leaders show up here sooner or later.

Bo
just one word-conditioner, conditioner, conditioner. love you buddy but use it.

No way coco my sweet — while Selma is backwards they still demand credentials –

Sarasota is the place for her – I’ve been there a few too many times and you get a moment, but no more than that.

tmi — Sarasota is home to Ringlings Barnham and Bailey.

‘nough said.

Carolina that is so great! I have listened to that several times since last night! LOL

The Ringling bros….LOL

Coco I almost spilt my dr pepper on my keyboard after choking on it thanks to this:

Instead of going Home to Florida à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’Syeshaà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s Homecoming will be held in my home state of Alabama in Selma on a bridge,,,all civil rights leaders show up here sooner or later

LOL!!

This was the worst elimination show I’ve ever seen. The whole thing was awkward from beginning to end. I didn’t like Bo’s song and I didn’t like Maroon 5′s song (and I LOVE that band!). The questions were awful, the responses from the contestants were awkward and even the Ford commercial was terrible. We got an hour-long trainwreck and I’m glad it is over.

Jason seemed very relieved to go and I was very impressed when he said he realizes his inexperience is showing up. Jason seems to know exactly who he is, what he is and what he is not. It was nice to see someone have a real answer instead of casting blame.

I’m curious to see what Jason does AFTER Idol. I wish him the best and I’m sorry Jason fans had to endure two weeks of spitefulness from the judges. There is a little thing called tact and it is sorely lacking on this show.

Did anyone else think the lead singer for Maron 5 sounded like he’d just inhaled helium. When he opened his mouth to start singing, my daughters and I just started laughing. Yet another example of how voices are manufactured in the studio. The truly great singers are the ones who sound great live, imo.

Jason’s champion exit picture

More CC love after the show

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Thanks for those pics, PM. You are like a photo album!

As I said last night, I will be miss Jason but he was ready and I love his final itunes download!

DCFTW! (I have unlimited texting, too!)

ETA: Yay, editing is back!

Honestly think this is the weakest top three in AI history. Pageant boy, a weak “diva” singer/actress, and Cook (who was pretty good 5 weeks ago-but who has faded into the woodwork recently and become predictable.) I even think this top 3 is worst than Season 3, because all three (well 2 because I have no idea what Syesha is doing in the top 3) of this year’s semi-finalists have the potential to be so much more interesting.

Don’t get me wrong, I’ll be watching because there’s gonna be at least one or two good trainwrecks next week, but it’s kinda hard to root for any of them.

I feel for Jason. When so many of the contestants had so much experience, it must have been hard to keep up. He was a shining star in this competition who was underappreciated. Hopefully, he’ll get that appreciation outside of AI.

This season had so much promise, I’m not exactly sure what happened.

à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦..à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ I donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t care if I ever see your face againà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ??? did I hear that right? OK ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m an old romantic dame, but wasnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t a little, well, cold?.

Kind of. The song is about a one night stand, basically. “If I never see your face again, I don’t mind, cause we got much further than I thought we’d get tonight.”

All of Maroon 5′s lyrics are really sexual (Adam Levine – the lead singer – is a manwhore LOL). You should listen to their song “Kiwi”. LOL.

I lurve their sound though… I’ve been a huuuuuge fan since the very beginning with them. Haven’t listened to the new version of IINSYFA with Rihanna yet, but I will (thanks star!).

Jason really handled his elimination with class. I will be excited to see him on tour and then follow his career. Seems like such a nice guy. I bet he’s relieved that it’s over – it sure seemed so last night at least.

Oh and PM, thanks for the pics! You rawk!!

I’m over this show, not because of what happened to Castro, but because I don’t see this ending any other way than Archuleta winning. This was a HUGE week for Cook. It was win or lose this week and he didn’t do as well as many hoped. I love how he gets raked over the coals for basically everything, but hey…that’s precisely why I’m going to “LET GO ENTIRELY” and stop watching. I’m over it.

I never pick the winner anyway. My favorite ALWAYS ends up second and this year, I am now convinced that my streak will continue.

Thanks for those pics, PM. You are like a photo album!

No problem

Oh and PM, thanks for the pics! You rawk!!

You’re welcome! Cook’s shoving Jason’s arm into the air…OMG! Abuse! LOL.

I finally feel passionate about a contestant. I will be voting my fingers off for Syesha next week. I haven’t done that since Taylor !! Hopefully the guys will split votes and Syesha will be in the final 2. She found her vibe this week. Go girl !!
Bring it home this week and show TPTB that their dream David-David finale will
not happen.

http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2380515/board

You guys should head over the messg boards at imdb, type Syesha’s name and see what the messgs are.

Don’t cry for these ex-Idols they will do well…Mjohns is supposed to be talking to Amy Winehouse producers…Carly said she has “offers” and I’m sure Brooke has something coming in…whether it’s childrens songs or some private events…KLC is headed to Nashville IMO…and David Cook is probably going to record with someone ala Daughtry….now Syesha and David A? I don’t know. If David A wins he’s committed to BMG and how they work with him will be interesting.

Salute Jason cuz ya dude its Bob Marley !! Ire

I’ll be sad not to see jason next week… only gonna tune in cuz dC is still in it and i still love me some DC even in the matador pants lmao

Jason’s exit was bittersweet. I”ll miss his sweet goofiness. He was relieved and it was obvious.

Mumblechuletta – He is incoherent when he tries to answer questions. He may be 17 but comes across like he’s 12.

DCFTGDMFW

Donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t count her out (the votes are coming from the Latinos and the Floridians) à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Mercadoà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  is Latino.

Well, this Floridian sure as heck is not voting for her.

This one either. ICK. Want to go crash her homecoming party with “Jason should still be here!” signs???

And that Ford commercial? Just. No.

J.S.G.
May 8th, 2008 at 1:12 am
Syeshaà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s relentless pandering continues unabated. Didnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t she say tonight she liked animals AND dolphins. Sheà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ll stop at nothing to win the dolphin vote. We all know how those slimey bastards just love to text message.

Thanks J.S.G. I think I just snorted milk up my nose.

You know, I think Syesha is one very, very smart girl. She knows how to get people to vote for her. She may be annoying to the rest of us, but she’s been knocking out big contenders left and right. I really, honestly think she’s going to knock out Archuleta next week (only to get trounced by DC in the finale).

I’ll miss seeing Jason on the show, but I’m kind of glad for him too. Hopefully he’ll stay far, far away from any more buses.

Alright, so, count me in as an official resident of Cooktardistan! DC FTW!

LOL @ crashing the homecoming with Jason signs! If I lived there I would do that!

I bet that American Idol does have David Cook go on that date with that stalker/caller because it would be a huge publicity stunt and we all know how AI loves the publicity stunts.

So right after Sayesha wins American Idol all will be well with the world. There will be much lower gas prices, world peace, no homelessness and cures for Aids and cancer. That’s how it works right? All this will be accomplished in a dress cut down to their and up to their of course and with 4 inch heels and flawless hair and makeup.

beachn

Any word on whether Taylor will be on next week’s show?

Gotta say I am chuckling about the outcome on AI this season. The judges and producers are banking they will cash in with a nice-guy-but-fairly-generic rock dude and a sweet and rather blank-slate mini-Josh Groban who may or may not have that “High School Musical” market ready and waiting (don’t worry about Syesha — she’ll head straight to the Broadway stage, perhaps doing her one-woman show about how her AI “journey” parallels the Civil Rights movement).

But as anyone who has spent any time over on ITunes knows, the kid who has consistently made audio magic has just left the building. That’s right — the goofy, amiable, occasionally sloppy true amateur, who by the way has penned some pretty nice tunes of his own (take a spin around YouTube). He may not be a polished stage performer (yet?), but with the right producer (who steers him to dip his toe now and then in Latin-infused waters a la “I Don’t Want to Cry”), Jason could easily hit some home runs that people will want to listen to on the radio and to actually pay money for. So good luck selling your favored picks, Judges and Producers. I know who I am buying. “Hallelujah” wasn’t even studio produced (although they did smooth off some funky Jason edges), and it is a gorgeous piece of work from somebody without years of performing experience or a Daddy micromanager or a Motown pedigree, who picked up a guitar kind of like yesterday. He’s a natural and I think he’ll be back.

Well, the magic is gone from Idol for me now. It was time for Jason to go, it was gettting very painful to watch him. You could see he was under a tremendous amount of stress and he wasnt having fun anymore. He has a profound sweetness about him. Not the saccharine sweetness of DA but a different kind. I just dont think he understood the pressure Idol would bring and I really dont think he ever expected it to go this far, I think that threw him. Anyway, he should thank his lucky stars that my 50 votes didnt help him and I think its written in stone that he will do very well IF this is what he wants. Im not sure he has the fire in his belly to pursue a music career but I know if this is what he wants, he has it all and its his for the taking. Im gonna miss that face. The face that could launch a thousand ships dammit. No one should be that pretty.

So now I will read my very predictable tea leaves. DA wins Idol and his father can call off the dogs. Its not that he doesnt deserve it, his voice is flawless. Thats the point, there is something manufactured about him.

Sarah and Spense, do it! Crash that homecoming, LOL.

Does anybody else miss the old David Cook…appearance wise? Look at him when he sang Billie Jean and look at him now. Are they trying to make him look older? Don’t get me wrong; I still love his appearance, but I feel like he had more energy with the old look.

thedingoateyobaby May 8th, 2008 at 8:02 am

Well, the magic is gone from Idol for me now. It was time for Jason to go, it was gettting very painful to watch him. You could see he was under a tremendous amount of stress and he wasnt having fun anymore. He has a profound sweetness about him. Not the saccharine sweetness of DA but a different kind.

I feel the same way. He was the only one I felt anything for. He made me care. The others, nothing. I’ll buy his CD and I hope he does make one. His sweet voice and laid back style are unique and a welcome respite in this too edgy pop world.

So now I will read my very predictable tea leaves. DA wins Idol and his father can call off the dogs. Its not that he doesnt deserve it, his voice is flawless. Thats the point, there is something manufactured about him.

Flawless? Oh please, he can carry a tune but his voice sounds as damaged as it in fact is. His gasping and wheezing drive me up the wall. He sounds like he’s straining to hit the notes and often doesn’t.

Sarah and Spense will be the only ones there!

Who the heck is voting for her… it’s a mystery to me.

Anyway — I’ll be in line to buy anything Jason puts out, that’s a certain. His recorded voice is amazing.

What did Cook say about how he was feeling on Tuesday — woke up wonkie and never recovered? Hopefully he’ll get his mojo back — it’s like he’s afraid to screw up that he’s thinking too much. I just can’t imagine an archie/shyesha final.

>>Flawless? Oh please, he can carry a tune but his voice sounds as damaged as it in fact is. His gasping and wheezing drive me up the wall. He sounds like heà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s straining to hit the notes and often doesnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t.>>

Wow, really? I must be tone deaf cause when I watch and listen he does what he does so effortlessly and to my ears it sounds near perfect. For me he does more than just carry a tune, I just dont like him much. I think if Idol were just about the voice, he would win hands down but thats JMHO. I’ve been wrong before.

Lisa May 8th, 2008 at 2:34 am
Terri Seymour did an interview with Jason just a bit ago on Fox 11 in LA. Here is part of the interview I got from the AI boards. (canà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t find the video for it yet)
Exact quote: à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“It is such a relief. I had a blast here and ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s been the time of my life but Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m really mentally hitting a wall.à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ 
Also Randy says Jason told him after the show that à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“I went farther than I ever thought Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢d go.à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ 

Well, thatà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s what I thought. Jasonà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s friends on the AI forum kept going with the cheerleading, but Jason says he mentally hit a wall, and when Simon said sub-consciously Jason flubbed the lyric, I agree. My perceiver WAS working correctly. He WAS in over his head and he WAS ready to admit he had gone as far as he could. I think it would have been just plain cruel to keep him in the competition when he was feeling that way. I think Jasonà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s in the perfect position: just enough fame to do some good, but not too much to ruin his life.
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Jasonà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s self-image must be made of kryptonite. How he let those cruel remarks just go in one ear and out the other without affecting him is just incredible. It says a lot about the excellent quality of upbringing. That is one secure young man!
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Awww. I donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t think Syesha is that cold and calculating. Just like Simon told Kristy Lee Proud to be an American was a smart song choice, when in fact, her sister suggested it, and Kristy agreed. I think Syesha is just being herself.
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à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“the kid who has consistently made audio magic has just left the buildingà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ 

True that.

Jason fan here. I’ll definitely buy whatever he puts out.

For the Floridians crashing the actress’ homecoming, a few suggestions. Have “I Was Thinking Marley, Yea!” t-shirts made and wear them. Then hire a steel drum band (it IS Florida – should be easy to find) and set them up somewhere near the stage playing funky reggae Marley songs.

I might even catch a flight to participate in that one.

DCFTGDMFW!

I absolutely cannot wait to hear/see/read Jason’s interviews. I hope he says everything that’s on his mind because we know his filter doesn’t work. Hopefully we’ll get some good stuff versus…”so blessed to be here” “did my best”"don’t know who will win”"blah blah blah”

I’m looking forward to hearing “yeah..they told us a couple of weeks ago that Archie was gonna win.”

Well the magic is now gone ,it was the same magic I had from season 5 .I won’t vote anymore for I care no more who wins or goes home .
TPTB will not get there D&D finale I highly doubt .I think they prefer a guy vs a girl .I bought Jason’s songs all of them last night .I will buy his cd ,I think he is better than he thinks he is ,and would have done fine in top 3 .
If Taylor is on next Wednesday I will tune in if not I will tune in only to see Jason in the finale .
I think the judges (and I am looking at you Randy ) need to leave you are no help whatsoever.

1/ Sad to see Jason go but glad that he had a good time going and that he is relieved to not have the burden on him any longer. I think his placement at 4th with no early air time & such a different sound for Idol shows he really has potential, and I’ll be checking out a CD when one comes out.
2/ I’ve said for a while that Archie will be shocking boot at 3rd or 4th, so I hope that’s next week. Not that I’m a Sy fan, but I just really don’t like Archie. Altho I get it might be better for Cook to not win it.
3/ That group song – oh my. Walk back and forth, stand & sway hips. Walk & trade places. Stand & sway hips. I think back to top 4 group number in Season 5 w/ the Elvis medley, they moved out into the audience & Kat ended up being “dipped” by Taylor. This was just dull!
4/ What’s Jason’s myspace page address?
5/ Itunes – I’ve never ordered, but I want some of Jason’s songs and one of MJ’s. If I download from Itunes, do the songs only work w/ an Ipod? I don’t have an Ipod, just an MP3 player. Thanks!

Jasonà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s self-image must be made of kryptonite. How he let those cruel remarks just go in one ear and out the other without affecting him is just incredible. It says a lot about the excellent quality of upbringing. That is one secure young man!

Heck yes. Jason’s emotional strength was like none other. He always managed to smile and shrug off the meanest comments directed his way. The closest he got to shooting back was his “I was thinking BOB MARLEY!” statement, which was more hilarious than anything.

He’s got quite the character and put on a terrific show. LOVE him.

I guess I will watch the next three weeks but no more voting for me since Jason left. I hope he chooses his opportunities wisely. He should have several, musical or not. I hope he gets a liitle rest before the tour. He looked exhausted. I’m happy for him that he’s gone but I’m sad for me.

Well, that’s it for me. Very bittersweet ending. His joyful exit took the sting out a little bit at least. He definitely looked like the happiest of the final four last night. Since I don’t think “fair” has anything to do with AI, I won’t say they treated him “unfairly”. I will say they treated him like a piece of dog poo stuck to their shoe. And he still kept his beautiful spirit. Joking til the end. Selfish fan that I am, I hope he sticks with singing and gets signed by that patient supportive indie label. MTM is beyond beautiful, at least AI finally gave him the correct arrrangement on his studio recording.

Could care less who wins now. My voting days are done. I think it’ll go Syesha, David C, David A. David A needs the banner the most, and David C can keep his rocker cred (yeah right) with second place. Syesha can go the spokesmodel route like Kat. Whatever.

mj … what do you think Castro’s chances are of getting signed by someone? Do you think it’s just a pipedream or a real possibility?

Too bad in a way that Paulagate kept Jason on a week longer than necessary although Brooke was a deserving boot also. It was obvious (to me) that Jason checked out during ALW week. He seems like he’ll be very honest in interviews. I doubt he’ll blame the show for anything or criticize the judges for their honesty. He’s not the victim of TPTB or judges his fans seems to think he is (thank God.)

Good luck Jason, you’ll be fine.

Well the magic is now gone ,it was the same magic I had from season 5 .I wonà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t vote anymore for I care no more who wins or goes home

Frogpond My thoughts exactly although nothing could quite match the magic of season five

I bought the songs from ITunes and it plays on my computer and my new shuffle .

Where is that site that you can hear the itune recordings?

So what shows can we see Jason on anyone know?

hicksaholic you can listen to them at youtube .You go there and put there name in and after the name put the word studio

Thanks I’m going right now

I’m back I can’t find Mr Tambourine Man recorded version.

Well somebody loves her, sheà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s still in the race. And you know what? She could end up #2. Donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t count her out (the votes are coming from the Latinos and the Floridians) à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Mercadoà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  is Latino.

*snort* I mean, don’t get me wrong, as a Floridian and a Latina, I’m thrilled that 3 of the Top 4 are Latino, but that hasn’t affected my voting tendencies at all. Besides the generalization/stereotype about Latinos mindlessly voting for “one of our own” is usually ascribed to Cubans and there are no Cuban contestants, afaik.

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I love Jason more, because he made me laugh when he said his biggest challenger was brain being dead…you gotta love a dude like that…. and then to see Ryan’s look of amazement/startlement when he made the statement because Ryan takes the sh**T serious….I see movies in his future.

When is the mourning period over for Jason? Seriously, Jason fans have every right to be sad and not want to watch anymore. But please, it’s putting a downer on everyone else who still has a favorite in there. I still think the magic is there, call me optimistic, call me naive, call me whatever you want, but I still believe in the importance of the right person winning a competition, whatever problems that competition may have. If American Idol producers don’t want their ratings to go down any further than they have, David Cook must win.

From reading these boards, apparently I’m the only one who thinks this season has been the best one since the first, maybe even the Clay/Ruben season too. No one has had the complete package of control, intelligence, creativity (yes, he covered covers, but he gave credit, so get over it!), heart, and talent than David Cook. He’s done what Blake tried but failed to do last year, and that was to take the canned music and vocals typical of American Idol and put an edge on it. Yes, it’s a mainstream edge, but what’s wrong with being liked universally?

If I had it my way, the top three would have been Michael Johns, Carly Smithson (the “Come Together” Carly), and David Cook. Cook would still win, but at least the other two would show some appearance of musical knowledge that Archuleta and Castro lack. (Syesha has the knowledge, but she doesn’t do anything with it.)

When is the mourning period over for Jason?

Oh I’d say it’s pretty much infinity or when I get his CD.

I liked this season too. The personalities made it interesting: Amanda, Chikezie (he didn’t have a chance at all, stardom is out of his reach), Jason C., Carly (amazed and Tattoed)….AI is what it is….it’s a TV reality talent show….and it will go on for at least another 2 seasons before heading off into cable land.

(Newbie from yesterday getting totally caught up in blogging….)

I thought Jason went out with style last night. He wasn’t my favorite contestant but I thought he had some really good moments and he didn’t let TPTB get him down in the end – he went out smiling and (arguably) on his terms.

The show was pretty bleh for me. So much so that I watched it while running on my elliptical rather than sitting glued to my sofa as usual! I actually enjoyed the group song and thought their voices sounded good together. But seriously – could the producers be any more obvious in their (not so) subliminal messaging of placing the Davids next to each other as often as was practically possible??!! Don’t get me wrong, I’m a DC fan all the way but we get it by now – a DC/DA finale is the producers’ preferred choice – and unless something wacky happens next week it will most likely happen. From the sounds of it, Syesha will need to pick up a lot of casual voters to touch the David’s fanbases.

The question and answer session was so dumb this week I was actually laughing. I agree with the posters further up that DC answered the question as well as he could when put on the spot – if I’d been asked that I can almost guaranteee that I would have sat in silence, giggled and then mumbled something totally incoherent. Archie always seems to have some trouble with questions – might be his age and life inexperience showing through; I often get the impression he really hates anything resembling an interview.

Some of the previous Ford commercials have been questionable, but this was just wrong IMO; I think we caught a glimpse of DC cringing when it cut back to the feed.

And now we wait for next week – when I will be in Canada – anyone know if CTV runs it at the same time as FOX; the listings I found were a little unclear?

Ryan usually asks the judges to give the voted off contestant some advice, but he didn’t last night. I guess he was afraid of what they might tell Jason.

I’m like hicksaholic; happy for him, but sad for me. I think TPTB run the contestants ragged. They have to find and learn new songs (this week two of them, next week three). Had to go to Las Vegas, learn that stupid group song and choreography, do interviews all the time, etc, etc. When do they sleep? Sure, it can be exciting, but it can be exhausting, too. No wonder Jason was yawning a lot. That’s probably why Brooke was stressed and crying all the time.

He won’t be able to rest this week either. They’ll have him on all the news and talk shows and flying to New York. Hopefully, the tour won’t be so bad. He can at least sleep on the bus while they’re traveling.

I’m a Taylor fan, but I never realized how hard this was on the contestants.

I think Jason will get a record deal and be very successful.

(edit not working)….Syesha is the only one who “moves” and works the stage and that’s what’s getting the votes. The TV audience likes to be entertained. If DAvid A or C give the same stand-up performance they gave, she’s a lock for second place, because she knows how to work the stage….and she’s probably got the Black and Hispanic (“Mercado”) vote.

When is the mourning period over for Jason? Seriously, Jason fans have every right to be sad and not want to watch anymore. But please, it’s putting a downer on everyone else who still has a favorite in there.

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DON’T TELL OTHER POSTERS WHAT TO POST OR TRY TO DICTATE THE DISCUSSION.

I mean seriously, this is the Top 4 Results show thread. Jason was eliminated last night. Of course people are still going to talk about it here. And mourn. If it bugs you that much, stop reading the thread.

Hicksaholic :
It might take a day or so because the song was just last night being open for the pre-orders.I couldn’t get it off Itunes yesterday so I guess thats whats up.

I can stay in mourning till I get his cd .Until then I have to listen to his originalls and the stuff from the show .

Well at least we get to see his interviews .The one who goes at 3 has to wait till the winner and runner ups get theirs .

annoula: I like this season much better than S6 that’s for sure. But S5 for me anyhow, was one of the best. I was a Hicks fan from day 1 – power voting, GoPhone, obsession, etc. That year’s crop were the most personality-laden group EVER if you ask me. For some reason their personalities came through and I LIKED every one of them.

This season had so much potential with some deep talent, BUT, no outstanding personalities like S5. And I still say that’s why CS and MJ are gone – and it’s a shame cause they were both great singers. But, no CON-NECK-SHUN.

The best part of this season to me is watching David Cook rise from obscurity from the red bangs/faux hawk guy to the really polished take-over-the-stage performer. I love that he has mad talent, has made song choices that have made me download all of his songs from iTunes and has sung them with passion. I always love when a MUSICIAN who otherwise would probably never be heard of, rises up and makes me want to support and vote for them. Ala Taylor Hicks and for that matter, Bo Bice.

So, that being said I am blowing the dust off of my GoPhone, buying some more minutes, and charging my cordless home phones – I am ready to see DCFTW.

If I had it my way, the top three would have been Michael Johns, Carly Smithson (the à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Come Togetherà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  Carly), and David Cook. Cook would still win, but at least the other two would show some appearance of musical knowledge that Archuleta and Castro lack. (Syesha has the knowledge, but she doesnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t do anything with it.)

I agree with your top 3 but am not so sure that DC would have it in the bag. He’s gotten a bit boring and can’t live up to the high expectations when he doesn’t completely change songs like he did (or appeared to do). I’d love to have MJ still in the show but at least he’s been able to take advantage of being the “shocking boot” in the media’s eyes and is still making appearances. Even Simon wishes he were still on the show and those cheezy group songs haven’t been the same. :laugh_tb:

Jason went out in style. He was so ready to go. I can understand finding the show boring without your favorite. I still watch but without any worries.

And now we wait for next week – when I will be in Canada – anyone know if CTV runs it at the same time as FOX; the listings I found were a little unclear?

Yes, the show is simulcasted at the same time in Canada. If you are going to the Maritimes or Newfoundland, adjust your viewing hours because the show airs live in EDT and you will be ahead of that (1 hour and 1.5 h ours respectively).

I just got a chance to watch the show. When I saw the Ford video, I thought “Man, they really are going to run Jason over with a vehicle. Subtle.”

You guys are killing me with the hometown-party-crashing. If you encourage Sarah and I enough, we might actually do it. Although, have you ever been to Sarasota? The population there is pretty full of retirees – so I do indeed think that Sarah & I might be the only ones there.

And, just to help those who are fond of making gross generalizations about AI viewers voting practices based on their cultural heritage – rumor is Syesha’s mom is African-American, and her dad is Cuban. So, ya know – stereotype away!

Loved how right after his elimination, Jason said “Well, it’s been a pleasure.” And he actually meant it. Classy exit. Will miss his goofy interviews and his heartfelt vocals. The show just got a lot less fun.

Usually the person voted off on wed is on Ellen and Regis (I think it is Regis) on the monday following the results show – right MJ???

Watched the results show a second time on the west coast feed, and it sure looked like Syesha used the word ‘pimpmercial’ in responding to one of the viewers questions. It was bleeped out on the tape. And the response of Jason and DavidC is priceless.

For me Jason’s departure was one of a kind, never will it be repeated.
I shot the Tambourine Man, to the line about being inexperienced and screwing up two songs, what am I going to do next week when there is three.
One of the most intelligent Idol runs ever.

Don’t know about ‘mentally hitting the wall’ because on the ISTS singout I saw a performer who knew he had connected with all of the audience who were willing to listen, and Jason was so clearly hitting his stride.

And sure I was thinking tie back the hair, but listening and watching that rebellious version of ISTS, I was thinkng and re-living Bob Marley.

And, just to help those who are fond of making gross generalizations about AI viewers voting practices based on their cultural heritage – rumor is Syeshaà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s mom is African-American, and her dad is Cuban. So, ya know – stereotype away!

Oh well, then! Screw voting for 2 hrs for DC like I did this week, now I feel the urge to vote mindlessly vote for Syesha.

ETA:

DCFTMFW!!!!

Damn straight, SpenserJ.

Oh well, then! Screw voting for 2 hrs for DC like I did this week, now I feel the urge to vote mindlessly vote for Syesha.

Lol Grrr – well, I certainly didn’t mean for that to happen. DCFTMFW!!!!

Apologies if I don’t use the block quotes correctly;

And now we wait for next week – when I will be in Canada – anyone know if CTV runs it at the same time as FOX; the listings I found were a little unclear?

Yes, the show is simulcasted at the same time in Canada. If you are going to the Maritimes or Newfoundland, adjust your viewing hours because the show airs live in EDT and you will be ahead of that (1 hour and 1.5 h ours respectively).

Thanks Kirsten! I’ll be in New Brunswick so I should be able to catch it from my hotel room as I think I’ll be on Atlantic time (but will DVR it in case my day function runs into the evening)!

hicksaholic, the studio versions are here:

http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=661B73B8244839F1

Thanks purp!

Love Jason’s studio version of Mr Tambourine Man. Boy that’s a lot of complicated lyrics to remember. i can see how he might have gotten confused on the show version. Or maybe he intentionally got confused. You have to wonder.

If Syesha’s mom is AA and father Cuban (“Mercado”) then she’s got it made in the shade….because she’s getting the Latino and the African American vote — add in Florida with the Haitians….that’s where the votes are coming from.

Nigel should be afraid, he should be very afraid.

Hicksaholic
Just saw to interviews from Jason .He said on the foregtting thing ,he knew the words it was just the setup and stuff was so fast .He had hardly got his mic fixed before he had to start.
don’t know if you want to see the interviews this is the site I saw them on
http://www.castrocopia.com/

I just got a chance to watch the show. When I saw the Ford video, I thought à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Man, they really are going to run Jason over with a vehicle. Subtle.à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ 

Kirsten – :lol_tb:

i love all jasons studio recordings and this one is no diff mr tambourine man is going onto my mp3 today

i rather like dc’s as well but i’d have rathered baba o’reilly

If Syeshaà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s mom is AA and father Cuban (à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ Mercadoà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ) then sheà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s got it made in the shadeà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦.because sheà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s getting the Latino and the African American vote à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’  add in Florida with the Haitiansà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦.thatà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s where the votes are coming from.

Nigel should be afraid, he should be very afraid.

Oh, definitely! In fact, I plan to bring this up at my next Cubans Anonymous meeting. Maybe after we’ve solidified that Floridian Latino voting bloc, we can somehow manage to get that wonderfully civic-minded Syesha on the Obama ticket. First American Idol, next the world! /said in best The Brain voice, of course

(I should stop before MJ smacks me. )

lmao grrrrr

If Syeshaà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s mom is AA and father Cuban (à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ Mercadoà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ) then sheà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s got it made in the shadeà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦.because sheà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s getting the Latino and the African American vote à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’  add in Florida with the Haitiansà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦.thatà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s where the votes are coming from.

Is this a joke? I’m really asking… not being sarcastic. I’m having trouble following this line of thought. I have a Cuban friend, a Puerto Rican friend and another friend from the Dominican Republic. And – I can’t get those 3 to agree on a restaurant.

And, when did we drag the poor Haitians into this?

ETA:
Ah Grrrr – now I get it. I was wondering why I was left out of the Florida voting block loop. Now I discover that you guys are having secret meetings and excluding us non-latinos. Are your meetings only for Cubans? Or, do you invite members from other island nations as well?

(Now I’m the one getting smacked)

Commenting on what someone else thinks of one of the contestants is one thing.

Imagining a racial conspiracy is another. Especially at this critical juncture in our extremely diverse rainbow society……

Just to clarify: what I said I meant in reference to the comments about “Syesha has it made” because she’s lucky to have a diverse racial background. It’s not a rebuke of those who questioned that statement….I agree with ‘em…..

Thanks SpenserJ, Leo’s do rock!! :biggrin_wp:

I’m really hoping that Simon picks for David Cook next week. Does anyone know how they decide which judge picks for who?

I can’t believe that the top 3 votes were so close together! Also, I am so bummed that DC went w/ studio recording of HLTW! I really would have enjoyed BoR so much more. Oh well!

Well Syesha may have the Cuban/AA voting block locked down, but I gotta say David Cook shouldn’t be over looked. Do you know just how big the Pasty White Midwestern Voting Block is??? It’s HUGE!!!! WE WILL NOT BE DENIED!!!!

DCFTW!!!!

purplesmile is there a studio version of Baba O’reilly?

I think it was Jason’s time to go. I am going to miss his fresh, totally unrehearsed honest answers to Ryan’s assinine questions. He turned all that banal banter on its head and through his subversive responses pulled the mask off and revealed the sham that is Ryan’s “discourse.” The dreaded-one’s yawns, dread tugs, shoulder shrugs, exasperated sighs and flailing-armed dance style are a thing of the past .

That commercial (pimpercial? Is that what Syesha was bleeped for?)was an affront to June Carter and Johnny Cash:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gRlj5vjp3Ko&feature=related

Listen to this stripped down version by June:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2x6xs529dw&feature=related

Amazing. I think that some of the idols were embarrassed by this ad, and to think the judges dissed Jason for doing ISTS. At least he sang it straight and didn’t wear some strange,has- nothing-to-do-with-the-song costume. It is about giving into love unconditionally and totally and just happens to have a Latin-flavored riff from the trumpets. Bullfighting? WTH? Offensive!

Now on to the top 3. What do they sing next week? Singer’s choice, judge’s choice? I can’t remember.

Well said Baxter. I am tired of the ethnic/race stereotypic assumptions. I am not a fan of DC because he is any color. I think he can sing. ( despite the man jewelry)

Spenser (with and “s” like the poet) I liked your comment about your friends. It was both funny and proved a point.

Thanks primeminister for the awesome CC pix – my two faves!:)

It is about giving into love unconditionally and totally and just happens to have a Latin-flavored riff from the trumpets. Bullfighting? WTH? Offensive!

I just figured it was someone on the Idol staff’s idea of a goofy, campy Conquest spoof.

Well Syesha may have the Cuban/AA voting block locked down, but I gotta say David Cook shouldnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t be over looked. Do you know just how big the Pasty White Midwestern Voting Block is??? Ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s HUGE!!!! WE WILL NOT BE DENIED!!!!

DCFTW!!!!

No one told this pasty midwesterner. I’ve been spending all my time voting for a Columbian-American hipppy dude from Texas.

Whew! Know I know! DCFTW!

Caro, someone already took our tshirt idea and is selling them on Cafe Press!

grrrr

Yeah, you are probably right, but I lurve that song. One of my faves that you don’t mess with.

I’ve calmed down now. LOL!

Watched the results show a second time on the west coast feed, and it sure looked like Syesha used the word à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã‹pimpmercialà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ in responding to one of the viewers questions. It was bleeped out on the tape. And the response of Jason and DavidC is priceless.

Thank you, thank you, J.S.G. for bringing up this censored remark. I thought it seemed to me last night that they bleeped a word of Syesha’s when she was commenting during the Q&A. It was driving me nuts trying to figure out what she said. The audience wents dead quiet and the other contestants looked so sheepish. What a kick!! Pimpmercial…hee hee!

I’m guessing on how to do the quote thing-y–sorry in advance if it’s all messed up. :redface_wp:

I just heard Jason’s full version of “Mr. Tambourine Man” on YouTube. It is great. He will have a successful music career. He could probably get into acting if he wanted to. He left Idol on his own terms and didn’t care what the judges said. I don’t think he forgot the words. I really think he wanted off early. He’s a class act and I don’t think he will compromise his principles and beliefs for anyone, not even for the likes of Simon Cowell. I’m very proud of him.

I still cant believe how much Simon bashed Jason. It was funny but at the same time i felt sorry for him. Especially seeing it a second time.

Jason is just too funny. He left the show laughing. I’m really going to miss him.

(with and à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“sà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  like the poet)

MrRJ – While I’m a fan of the poet – I must admit that I’m an ever bigger fan of Robert Parker books, and I never missed an episode of Spenser for Hire

purplesmile is there a studio version of Baba Oà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢reilly?

Sadly, there is none.

Re: the ethnic/race stereotypic assumptions

Two words: Pinoy vote.

Early on, I wanted David Cook and Michael Johns in the Finale, even though I knew little David was being pushed. Also enjoyed Brooke.

It took me a while to “get” Jason, but I started to around the time of his SOTR performance. (Somehow I missed the live performance of “Hallelulia.”)

He certainly won me over as a fan. He’s a gentle, refreshing soul and a gifted singer/musician. Now, I’m someone else who will miss him. Jason fans who haven’t read Michael Slezak’s EW column about last night’s AI Results Show should read it. It’s a nice tribute to Jason.

I’m looking forward to seeing Jason on his tour of daytime TV shows next week, and hopefully in other venues too. Here’s to his future musical career. (Or maybe he’ll become an architect. But for our sakes, I hope he also pursues his music.)

Caro, someone already took our tshirt idea and is selling them on Cafe Press!

darn pj ! day late . . . . . . . . I’m going to check it out !

Tongue in cheek voting theory on why Jason didn’t get enough votes. What is the guy’s last name? Castro! That pretty much cemented the fact that he did not get the Cuban voting block.

Hey SpenSer..Robert Parker and my man Hawk are what it is all about.

Hey SpenSer..Robert Parker and my man Hawk are what it is all about.

Hmm, I think I love you a little.

And, Mandalay – you just cracked me up.

Tongue in cheek voting theory on why Jason didnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t get enough votes. What is the guyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s last name? Castro! That pretty much cemented the fact that he did not get the Cuban voting block.

:lol_tb: Perfect.

so next week…
is the theme… one song they’ve alreayd done this year… judges choice… clive/producers choice?

Caro, someone already took our tshirt idea and is selling them on Cafe Press!

What t-shirt idea? I wanna see.

Jason’s happy to be off the show so I’m happy for him. He is a a geniunely good guy with a good heart, talent, and will be great at what ever he decides to do. If he decides to go back to school and become and architech I wish him the best. If he decides to become a drummer, I wish him all the best. If he goes the Christian Rock angle, I’ll love him for it.

I’m just glad that for at least a few months he was a part of my life. Watching him preform brought me a lot of joy, and I have been going through a very hard time in my life so it was a much needed escape.

What t-shirt idea? I wanna see.

I said last night in chat that I wanted a tshirt that said “I was thinking Bob Marley!” and Caro (who has skillz) was going to design something.

http://www.cafepress.com/thinkingmarley

I still bet she could do something better than what’s available now.

Thanks for the recap and screencaps, MJ. How beautiful is Jason Castro? My God, the boy is gorgeous. A few situps and he’d make a great Calvin Klein underwear model. Dang, I’ll miss him.

Thanks for the fantastic recap, MJ, as always.

I think caro should still design something! The ones on cafepress are boring.

If only Archuleta could be as articulate as Jason “and stuff”
Castro.

Whenever I see stoner Jason, I expect to see Mr. Hand pop up next to him.

If only Archuleta could be as articulate as Jason à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“and stuffà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ 
Castro.

Yes, I’m sure David wishes he was. Oh, and there’s that charisma thing.

I wonder where Jason hid his stash?

MJ- Love your recap. Honest to a fault and to the point. But the question I have is, were you “awash in endorphins”???

Bwahahahahahah!!!

If you check dial idol it appears Jason lost by the widest percentage of any final 4 contestant.

It seems a lot of people were missing the charm.

thanks pj. Someone could definitely design a much better one. But at least it’s out there. People have to be able to wear them to the Sarasota homecoming crash. They just need to hide his last name from those Cubans.

mj…you obviously find DA as annoying as I do. It is really hard to believe he is the same chronological age as Jordin was last year. Compared to DA , Jordin appears to be 50.

But the question I have is, were you “awash in endorphins”???

TEE HEE! Little Davie does that to me!

mjà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦you obviously find DA as annoying as I do. It is really hard to believe he is the same chronological age as Jordin was last year. Compared to DA , Jordin appears to be 50.

Jordin has a lot of poise, while also behaving like a normal teenager.

David behaves like a teenager who had a very sheltered childhood. Maybe daddy locks him up in a cage between singing sessions.

j/k

thanks pj. Someone could definitely design a much better one. But at least ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s out there. People have to be able to wear them to the Sarasota homecoming crash. They just need to hide his last name from those Cubans

You’re welcome! I’d be crashing that party if I could! Heh.

A sigh of relief filled the halls of 19 when Jason hit the seal for the final time,

A slackers work ethic doesn’t cut it. Skipping rehearsal, hanging out with friends, telling reporters you haven’t gotten around to learning your lyrics doesn’t sit well.

And the icing on the cake: He was glad to leave because he would have to learn 3 songs.

I feel like I’m back in Catholic school!

Welcome to the blog Mary Bee.

Jason may well be the anti-idol, and there is nothing wrong with that!

I am a Catholic School Graduate…..omg 17 years of Catholic school.

I leaned everything I know at the knee of Sister St. Fastina.
Who wore a habit and wielded an iron ruler.

Mary Bee, is THAT what you guys called it? (blush)

I got to interview Jason – he didn’t forget his words on purpose, he said he was rushed getting onto the stool, went to adjust his microphone and he was told to start before he was ready. It threw him off, but started quickly. He started to sing and he looked up and saw Randy shaking his head. He knew the words, he said he sang them later on in the song but when he saw Randy shaking his head, he lost the line.

My impression – he is a lot smarter than he was portrayed (but still goofy), he made some very astute judgements and gave me some belly laughs!

Hmm, I send my kids to Catholic School – do you think they’re going to hate me one day?

BTW: I don’t think he was as glad to leave as you think.

Idolbeat…..I think relieved might be better than glad to leave. There is alot of pressure there and while you’d like to win, when it is over, especially at this stage of his life, relief sets in. Thank you for your insights. There are many JC fans here, and your words are real helpful to them.
*Spenser, my kids go to CS, your kids will luv ya for it!*

Of course he is a lot smarter than he was portrayed the kid on scholarship at Texas A&M. LOL

idolbeat, were you part of the conference call or did you interview him for something else? Thanks for sharing!

David behaves like a teenager who had a very sheltered childhood. Maybe daddy locks him up in a cage between singing sessions.

Maybe not locked up – but I’d bet good money that the kid’s life is sheltered enough to seem like a cage. He doesn’t even get to comment on his own musical arrangements – because his dad is his “musical advisor”. And, I think we can all see that David is a “reluctant singer”. I know lots of people have commented on Brooke falling apart or Jason looking uncomfortable – but for me, it is Archie who looks full on terrified anytime anyone speaks to him.

I’m not a fan, and I wouldn’t vote for him, nor will I buy his (most likely) David foster produced CD, but my heart goes out to him.

And, princessmela – with regard to Jason’s smarts or lack thereof – is he not an architecture major? I can’t speak for Texas A&M, but I know for many schools – this is a difficult major to do well in without a lot of hard work and some serious intellect.

I’m not willing to call Jason a quitter, or say that he gave up. I think sometimes his manner of speaking, and his humorous nature might give the impression that he just doesn’t give a crap – but I do not for a minute believe that to be true.

What I can say about him is that he’s a fine young man, with a good attitude who handled a public failure of a magnitude I will never know with a truckload of class.

baxter May 8th, 2008 at 4:19 pm

MJ- Love your recap. Honest to a fault and to the point. But the question I have is, were you à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“awash in endorphinsà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ???

Bwahahahahahah!!!

*giggle*

And DANG I’m glad I’m not Catholic! That business sounds scary!

Does anyone think that there will be a Syesha/David A finale?

I don’t see Jason as a Christian Rocker at all — too much is being made of that anyway.

He is much more of a folk rocker.

Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m not willing to call Jason a quitter, or say that he gave up. I think sometimes his manner of speaking, and his humorous nature might give the impression that he just doesnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t give a crap – but I do not for a minute believe that to be true.

What I can say about him is that heà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s a fine young man, with a good attitude who handled a public failure of a magnitude I will never know with a truckload of class.

Spense, I wish I was as confident as you are. Now I don’t think Jason’s going to make an album because of the whole “he’s so relieved he was voted off/he couldn’t handle the pressure/he gave up!” crap that every interviewer is throwing at him right now. His answers (at least the delivery of them) aren’t very convincing either. Who would sign someone who comes across as a slacker?

I don’t know why I’m so irked. Or unreasonably pissed. Or worried sick. Gah.

Maybe I’m irrational after only getting 6 hours of sleep in the last 72 hours. My head hurts.

I think that given a little schooling that Jason could do just fine with interviews. Some folks have a natural talent for it, others need a little teaching/coaching along the way. Jason strikes me as one that if given a bit of time he could do just fine at handling interviews.

“Who would sign someone who comes across as a slacker?”

well, it is the music business… where amy winehouse still has a deal, to name but one example. commercial viability counts for a lot.

When David Cook steps on that stage he’s magic, absolute magic.

I am still trying to figure out why someone with an Austin attitude ended up in College Station??????

Jason, even though I bleed burnt orange, I will say this one time just for you:
GIG ‘EM, buddy! (shhhh…. don’t tell anyone I said that!)

I hope you go back and get your degree, then pursue your dreams. :smile2_ee:

My opinion? The boy was a joy – maybe not the most focused performer, maybe not the strongest singer, but dayum, he was a joy to watch. And joy is something we cannot take for granted…. ever.

David behaves like a teenager who had a very sheltered childhood. Maybe daddy locks him up in a cage between singing sessions.

David A. is a Mormon kid, and while there’s some diversity within that community often the kids are quite sheltered growing up and kept strictly away from liquor, pre-marital sex, recreational drugs, etc. The whole hedonistic Hollywood scene must be really strange to him.

If his family is strict in their adherence to the church precepts, David will probably be sent out on an evangelical mission abroad when he gets a little older, like many of his peers. Not to be cynical, but it’s hard to imagine that happening (for long anyway) if he’s pulling in the big bucks headlining at Disney World or something…..

No time to read whole comments so sorry if points already been made but was a little annoyed that they felt they had to clarify/sorta apologize/explain making Seyesha cry but it was ok to go on and on in bashing Jason, with no soothing that at all.

*ahem!* Speaking as a Mormon here (not currently practising but raised as one), yes we weren’t raised around alcohol and all sorts of sex and drugs, but David A’s Dad’s issues have more to do with just himself than Mormonisn. Just sayin’.

I don’t think Jason quit at all I just think his inexperience caught up with him and he got overwhelmed. It’s amazing that he only started singing recently and made it to #4 on Idol. He should be very proud of himself.

I agree with MJ that some of the press are sore that Jason advanced further than Carly in the competition. I’m sure, like Simon, they attribute it to his looks but as someone who spent time voting for Jason I can tell you there’s a lot more to it than that. Carly is a great vocalist but I enjoyed Jason’s performances more than I did her performances. I love the tone of Jason’s voice and his mellow sound. He was just so easy and comfortable to listen to. He was always himself out there and just did his thing and let things happen the way they were going to happen. I like that kind of person so it was pretty easy for me to be attracted to his style. He’s unique and he definitely has a lot of talent. Idol was lucky to find him.

To me he is a lot like Taylor at least from the perspective that he might not have the perfect voice but it was the voice that you happy just listening to it.

Sorry made you happy

Just reading through the last few pages, and here are a few comments..

I think Castro was majoring in construction science at A&M. Would require some math and science ability, and even getting into A&M would require decent grades and SAT scores, so he is not dummy.

I have always thought David A acts/speaks younger than he is. He reminds me of my 12 year old nephew and his friends.

I think Castro does fine in the interviews. It is just in “on the spot” question situations that he has trouble coming up with a clear, well thought answer. Some people are good at that sort of thing, others not so much. He’ll get better at it the more he has to do it.

A lot of musicians are “slackers”. That is why they are not doing 9 to 5 jobs like us non-slackers. I don’t know that you can brand someone a slacker based on 3 weeks in time after weeks of intense pressure. I think being able to create a marketable record is more important in the decision on whether to sign someone or not.

I don’t get this slacker thing about Jason. I just think he’s a mellow, fun kind of guy who just didn’t take to the AI craziness. Ain’t nothing wrong with that.

MJ, I gotta tell you – this was your best recap ever! loved this…….”Ryan asks Syesha about why she was so emotional the night before. Not content with merely mentioning the civil rights movement, sheà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s got to throw in the current political election as well! à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s 2008, we might have the first female president and the first black presidentà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦Ãƒ ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  Thank you Miss America! Now STFU.”

For Syesha, it’s as if Fantasia never existed. What a maroon!

Yes, Jason was the shining star and I also feel the magic is gone. What a refreshing element he added to the show. He was the reason I watched and voted for two hours. It is very important for people to remmeber his fans ranged in age from 5 years to 88 years old. Besides myself, I met at least 10 other Grandmas. The top demographics on his threads was 41-50 years old. Not tweens as most often quoted.

I am done voting, probably forever. I will watch but will be disappointed if Randy isn’t replaced. Don’t TPTB realize what an awful judge he is?

Jason has been giving some good interviews. I miss him already and did suggest Bob Dylan be invited to sing with Jason at the finale. His future will be up to him. I expect a guest performance somewhere, maybe a sit-com?