Wednesday Apr 25

Bland Aid
Despite the show’s good intentions, many of the performances on ”Idol Gives Back” week are less than inspired

Can I be brutally honest for a moment? I’m not so sure about this whole ”Idol Gives Back” thing.

Now before you start yelling, let me clarify: I’m not saying I oppose having America’s No. 1 television show raise money and awareness in the fight against global poverty. I’m not a monster à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’  or at least I like to think I’m not…

http://www.ew.com/ew/article/0,,20007164_20008533_20036675,00.html

à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã‹American Idolà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ gives back à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’ and tries to change the world

…You know, there are a lot of people out there who hate à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“American Idol.à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  But you have to give them credit: the show is trying to make a difference. Now, sure it has taken them six seasons, but the bottom line is, they are doing it. So good for them, and letà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s hope a lot of calls come in…

http://www.thnt.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070425/NEWS/304250002

LaKisha criticized again on ‘Idol’ fund-raiser show
She falters with version of ‘I Believe’

Watching “American Idol” tackle a serious subject is like seeing a snack cake turn into a slice of whole-grain bread.

But Tuesday night’s “Idol Gives Back” theme was handled fairly well and gave viewers more to think about than whether they miss Sanjaya Malakar…..

http://www.freep.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070425/ENT03/704250434/1038/ENT

Bono and Dave Stewart pen American Idol aid anthem

Bono and Dave Stewart have teamed up to write a new aid anthem for TV talent show American Idol.

The Idol contestants will then perform the new song – about the AIDS emergency in Africa.

http://breakingnews.iol.ie/entertainment/story.asp?j=217333628&p=zy7334334

Idols aspire to inspire

TV/MUSIC REVIEW: Charity fest sparks moving tunes, mood

It’s a tricky proposition to combine pop-culture fluff with a noble cause.

But American Idol attempted it Tuesday night, when the show’s theme was “songs that inspire.” Because every vote translates into money to help starving children in Africa and America, the mood was more encouraging than normal. And Simon Cowell, shown in taped segments surrounded by poverty-stricken kids, was revealed to have a real, live heart….

http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/ent/stories/DN-idol_0425gl.ART.State.Edition2.42e5147.html

The ‘Idol’ Chatter!

The remaining six contestants dig in their heels as the competition on “American Idol” heats up — and ET has this week’s “Idol” chatter!…….

http://www.etonline.com/tv/spotlight/47915/

POLITICALLY SPEAKING: Wisecracking Bush doesn’t mind giving Mich. representatives a lift

…
Levin envies Jones’ votes

Jones is among six finalists. One will be eliminated tonight.
…

http://www.freep.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070425/NEWS06/704250325/1001/NEWS

American Idol Wannabes and More Wanted for Brand new Website Being Launched Today

Film Producers Forrest and Sherrie Heath have launched an exciting new website called TalentActs.com. This unique site will give individuals an opportunity to expose their talent on an actual home page rather than being stuck in the middle of dozens of page searches. Participants will have the chance to win up to $10,000 and viewers can track the top ten favorites. It’s easy to do and all talent is encouraged to join today….

http://www.emediawire.com/releases/2007/4/emw521474.htm

American Idol juggernaut flexes muscle for charity

With Sanjaya Malakar off “American Idol,” what’s there to talk about?

For at least one week, the show’s producers have found a worthy distraction: “Idol Gives Back,” a massive charity event this week that concludes tonight with a two-hour extravaganza featuring Bono and Celine Dion….

http://www.timesargus.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070425/FEATURES12/704250326/1023/FEATURES12

Sideshow | She’s a texting queen, only 13

…The emoticon-heavy writing genre – – is annually glorified at the LG National Texting contest, sponsored by LG Electronics. This year’s texting champ, Morgan Pozgar, of Claysburg, Pa., in Blair County, beat out 200 others in New York by typing out the supercool word supercalifragilisticexpialidocious (from the movie Mary Poppins) in 15 seconds.

“It’s very casual at this point. It’s [in the] really early stages,” he said.

http://www.philly.com/inquirer/magazine/20070425_Sideshow___Shes_a_texting_queen__only_13.html

American Idol

Last night, the Top 6 contestants sang inspirational songs as part of a special Idol Gives Back fundraising show. Was our weekly Idol panel feeling charitable? Here’s what they had to say about last night’s performances:

http://www.canada.com/montrealgazette/news/arts/story.html?id=b7ea7eb5-3032-4ca6-9031-63f4b2ccfdb0

`Idol’ Voting Is Broken
Phone System Limitations Skew Tally Of Contestants’

Now that “American Idol” is headed toward the finish line, our nation faces the weekly challenge of deciding who will be voted off the show.

Thirty-eight million votes were tallied before Sanjaya Malakar was sent home last week. While 38 million sure sounds like a lot, remarkable data from DialIdol.com reveal that well over half of all phone vote attempts met a busy signal as the poll began, while throughout the voting hours, more often than not the chance of encountering a busy signal was above 15 percent. And therein lays a problem: the votes “American Idol” counts do not reflect true voting preferences. But this is an easily fixed problem…..

http://www.courant.com/news/opinion/op_ed/hc-kaplan0425.artapr25,0,7687530.story?coll=hc-headlines-oped

Local ‘Idol’ wows judges with performance
With judges in a charitable mood, Chris Richardson again impresses them on “American Idol.”

A generous spirit hovered over Tuesday’s edition of “American Idol,” a version of the show that was dedicated to raising money to help starving children in America and Africa.

Amid the talk of goodwill, the singing competition continued with the show’s three judges in a charitable mood. They gave some of the season’s most encouraging comments….

http://www.dailypress.com/news/local/dp-16769sy0apr25,0,2885690.story?coll=dp-news-local-final

Simon Cowell Leads American Idols in Supporting Malaria Campaign

The à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Nothing But Netsà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  malaria campaign supported by the US United Methodist Church will get its greatest exposure ever when it reaches millions of people through Simon Cowell’s pop music talent show à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“American Idolà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  this week……

http://www.christiantoday.com/article/simon.cowell.leads.american.idols.in.supporting.malaria.campaign/10508.htm

Filipino Charity Screening

……The screening also included live performances by former American Idol contestant Camille Velasco and CSUF student and rap artist Marlon D. Since her 2003 appearance on American Idol, Velasco, a Hollywood resident, has been working on an R&B album under an independent label. In the meantime, she said she also tries to perform for charitable events.

http://media.www.dailytitan.com/media/storage/paper861/news/2007/04/25/News/Filipino.Charity.Screening-2879271.shtml

Good Morning everyone. My review of last night:

Chris – Thank god I missed him
Melinda – YYYYAAAAWWWWNNNNN
Blake – I think he better watch out for Yoko Ono, she might come after him after that performance
Lakisha – Ditto what the judges said, I think it was arrogant to do that song
Phil – OK, my fingers are tightening up, not sure if I can type this, but he was very good last night
Jordin – Was Randy on drugs???? If you can’t sing well, sing loud.

I think it was soooooo cute that Simon didn’t know there were soup kitchens in LA. Maybe if he stopped taking limos and drove a care he can feed some.

Honestly, I do think its cute how Ryan seems to always try and defend the contestants. He always does that and I think it is nice. God, hate to say this too, but Ryan seems like he is a decent person.

‘Idol Gives Back’ and Simon Gives In

After weeks of buildup, it’s finally time for “Idol Gives Back” — a two-night orgy of advertising clutter and celebrity parading for the sake of raising money to spend on children living in poverty in Africa and the United States.

…Simon has been neutered for the occasion, saying nice things about all the Idolettes (except, of course, LaKisha Jones, about whom no one ever says anything nice anymore for reasons we have yet to figure out). When Simon visits a Los Angeles food bank during one of broadcast’s many taped bits, he actually demands people there hug him, giving us the vapors…

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/04/24/AR2007042402282.html

American Idol Finalist Episode 7 Recap

And then there were six. How will the competition be sans Sanjaya?

Time to break it down from best to the rest…

http://www.canmag.com/nw/7486-american-idol-finalists-ep-7-recap

New releases from Melee, Hilary Duff and Angela Hacker

Angela Hacker, “The Winner Is Angela Hacker Nashville Star Season 5″ (Warner Bros.)

Pity her debut is nothing more than a personality-free, karaoke product. The money grab will backfire and we’ll likely never hear from the talented Hacker again. Shame all around.

http://www.nynews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070425/ENTERTAINMENT/704250312

Good Morning everyone. My review of last night:

Chris – Thank god I missed him
Melinda – YYYYAAAAWWWWNNNNN
Blake – I think he better watch out for Yoko Ono, she might come after him after that performance
Lakisha – Ditto what the judges said, I think it was arrogant to do that song
Phil – OK, my fingers are tightening up, not sure if I can type this, but he was very good last night
Jordin – Was Randy on drugs???? If you canà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t sing well, sing loud.

Oh, JJ, I miss Sanjaya, too… lol

Ryan seems like he is a decent person.

Yep. And my big sister has a silly crush on him. lol

Velasco, a Hollywood resident, has been working on an R&B album under an independent label. In the meantime, she said she also tries to perform for charitable events.

I hope Camile makes a decent musical career for herself. She was my first favorite Idol and she “introduced” me to the show, so I will always be grateful to and appreciative of her.

à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“American Idolà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ : No Sanjaya, but Jordin Sparks and Phil Stacey buoy the show, Melinda Doolittle solid as usual

It was supposed to be an inspiring night on the Sanjaya-less à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“American Idolà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  tonight à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’  the first night of à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Idol Gives Back.à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  But I have to say, I wasnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t very inspired.

That said, despite the flashes of ignorance, you canà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t blame the Idol folks for using their mega-popularity to do some good. OK, enough of that à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦ on to the à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“inspiringà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  stuff:

The Mercury News

American Idol Inspires Us — For a Change

We can see the finish line. American Idol is down to the final six finalists and this seemingly never-ending season is almost over. Thank God. We need to watch real TV. Like Tori and Dean: Inn Love.

But tonight the show focused less on the lame Ford-commercial filler and actually tried to inspire the millions of people watching. (But not necessarily with the music — which has been pretty average this season.)…

http://www.laist.com/archives/2007/04/24/american_idol_inspires_us_for_a_change.php

LaKisha Jones’ ‘life anthem’ a death knell?

In celebration of the first Sanjaya-free week of “American Idol,” the show gave viewers a dose of socially conscious programming. On Tuesday’s performance night, the final six “AI” contestants sang “life anthem” songs, but before we got the dessert we had to eat our spinach.

The evening began with the first of the show’s two-night fundraiser “Idol Gives Back” event with footage of host Ryan Seacrest and judge Simon Cowell’s trip to a poverty-stricken area of Africa followed by glimpses of poverty in the U.S….

http://www.twincities.com/entertainment/ci_5742815

Oh, JJ, I miss Sanjaya, tooà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦ lol

Sanjaya is love

Go Team Indifference!!! (However, I withhold judgement just in case Phil has more performances like he has had the last 2 weeks)

Give It Up for Giving Back

At this point in every “American Idol” season, you realize that it isn’t just about being cute, or singing one or two songs well: It’s about going the distance, being able to blow everyone away week after week. A couple of the early frontrunners stumbled tonight, while another who hadn’t done all that well in the past seems to have found his footing.

…I have to say, I miss Sanjaya, but he’s in a better place. Specifically, the White House Correspondents’ Dinner this past weekend. Whaaa? There he was, rubbing ponyhawks with all them bigwigs: Henry Kissinger, Charles Gibson, Sheryl Crow, Karl “Cuddles” Rove, Morgan Fairchild. Now he belongs to the ages, or something.

http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/blogs/sfgate/detail?blogid=3&entry_id=15777

Clive Davis and Simon Cowell Partner on Global Debut Release from X Factor Winner Leona Lewis

NEW YORK, April 24 /PRNewswire/ — Clive Davis and Simon Cowell announce that they will partner together to supervise the much-anticipated international debut album by 21-year-old British singing sensation Leona Lewis, the first female winner of Britain’s top-rated television show, The X Factor, which will be released on J/Syco Records.

“Leona is so talented that when she showcased for our best songwriters in LA right before the Grammys, she received a tumultuous reception. Simon Cowell and I will have a great time working together on her album,” states Davis…..

http://sev.prnewswire.com/entertainment/20070424/NYTU13624042007-1.html

Will ‘Idol’ prediction sing true? Sparks apparent leader of show’s 6-pack

A week after Sanjaya Malakar was put out of our misery, it seems clearer than ever that Jordin Sparks will be crowned “American Idol” next month.

OK, that’s not a certainty. But there’s no reason not to believe my March 12 prediction that Sparks will go all the way in Fox’s top-rated talent competition….

http://www.jsonline.com/story/index.aspx?id=596014

America’s Second Harvest to Benefit From ‘Idol Gives Back’ Fundraiser

Nation’s Largest Hunger Relief Organization Reaches More Than 25 Million Americans

America’s Second Harvest – The Nation’s Food Bank Network has been chosen as one of four domestic charities that will benefit from “Idol Gives Back,” a two-night “American Idol” fundraising special airing April 24 and 25 on FOX.

America’s Second Harvest is the nation’s largest hunger-relief organization, providing food and grocery products to more than 25 million Americans each year through a Network of more than 200 food banks and 50,000 agencies including soup kitchens, food pantries, emergency shelters and feeding programs for both children and seniors…

http://www.zongoo.com/article9094.html

‘American Idol’ continues extravaganza

After all the hype, the big feel-good extravaganza continues tonight with a slew of entertainers à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’  and of course, an elimination. But who cares if ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s Phil Staceyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s time to go when you have the likes of Il Divo, Celine Dion, Helen Mirren and Jack Black on stage?….

http://www.fayobserver.com/article?id=260604

JJ, i read that Taylor sweated a lot again last night.

…By the time he reached the end of the high-energy concert, he had sweated through both his shirt and the coat he never removed…

Maybe Lisa will post it later (if she has not done so yet), but just in case you want to read the whole article now, it’s here:

http://www.columbusdispatch.com/dispatch/content/life/stories/2007/04/24/hicks_review.html

LaKisha needs to stop following the Idols – Flint panel

“I Believe” that if LaKisha Jones doesn’t stop covering songs by former
“American Idol” stars and finding something she can make her own, she could be gone – Wednesday night even….

http://blog.mlive.com/idolchatter/2007/04/the_final_six.html

Personality wanted

Sanjaya’s exit makes ‘Idol’ feel too one-note

Saying sayonara to Sanjaya was the right move for “American Idol.” But it did create a situation the show can’t waste a lot of time addressing.

With its most intriguing character gone, “Idol” needs someone else to develop a personality. Fast. And frankly, there’s been no clear sign that’s happening……

http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/tv/2007/04/24/2007-04-24_personality_wanted.html

JJ, i read that Taylor sweated a lot again last night.

Thanks purple, he sweated through his jacket on Friday night as well. However, the difference is his voice was in top notch from on Friday. It appears he strained last night, too bad.

Hey LisaB, I think purple beat you to that one.

No prob JJ, I’ve edited, Purps is more than welcome to take over, I’ve plenty of work I could and should be doing.

JJ, (I wish it were not so, but) things must catch up to Taylor some time. As it is, I’m amazed at how he can keep up with that apparently toxic schedule of his. When will his tour finish? That guy sure could use some well-deserved break.

I think purple beat you to that one.

Yeah, take that, Lisa B!!! lol

JJ, I think Lisa B wanted to exhaust all the AI6 press first before going to collateral matters such as Taylor Hicks. It is Season 6 now, after all. ;-D

Oh, JJ, did you ever read that email I sent you about engineers and managers? I never heard you LOLing or LMAOing over it…

JJ, (I wish it were not so, but) things must catch up to Taylor some time. As it is, Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m amazed at how he can keep up with that apparently toxic schedule of his. When will his tour finish? That guy sure could use some well-deserved break.

Well, it wasn’t a crappy review, just not glowing. Not everyone is going to like the show and not every performer is going to be one every night.

No prob JJ, Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ve edited, Purps is more than welcome to take over, Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ve plenty of work I could and should be doing.

Lisa, we are joking, chill. :wub_tb:

Oh, JJ, did you ever read that email I sent you about engineers and managers? I never heard you LOLing or LMAOing over ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦

Oh, I didn’t get it, when did you send it???

Race as a part of the ‘Idol’ race

From Fantasia Barrino’s ethereally elegant “Summertime” to Sanjaya’s floppy faux-hawk, America’s most popular television show would seem to have seen or sung about everything. Well, not quite everything.

“American Idol” is close to entering a brave new world that could transport its roughly 30 million viewers to an unseen spectacle after a half-dozen chart-topping seasons: two people of color in the finale. With six contestants still standing à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’  three white, two black and one biracial à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’  the chance to break the show’s ebony-and-ivory, or all ivory, finale cast has never been better. Indeed, in a season dominated by the XX chromosome, two of the three women à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’  Melinda Doolittle and Jordin Sparks à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’  have yet to be in the bottom three, even after country week…..

http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/news/tv/la-et-idol25apr25,1,2258409.story?coll=la-headlines-entnews&track=crosspromo

Purps is more than welcome to take over, Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ve plenty of work I could and should be doing.

Oh, no, Lisa!!! I do not want, and cannot, even if I wanted, to take over your job. Sorry about that one. I just posted the link because I thought that sweat thing would interest JJ… :redface_wp:

Ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s an inspirational night on à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã‹American Idolà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢
Jordin Sparks gives a little something extra on this charity-centered night

Ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s obviously a special night on à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“American Idolà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  when Simon can say, à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“This is quite literally hell on earth,à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  without having it just be an exaggerated reaction to a particularly poor vocal effort…..

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/18296247/

I just posted the link because I thought that sweat thing would interest JJà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦

It did, it did

You know, the reviewer was not gung ho on the concert, but even she couldn’t ignore the effects of the sweat.

Go Team Indifference!!!

I’m perfectly ‘chilled’ actually.

Just having ‘mouse’ problems ( can you be reported for physical abuse to a computer mouse?) between that and having to refresh to check if anyone else has linked, it’s taking me longer than usual.

Jordin Sparks Could Win American Idol…and Pay Out Handsomely

American Idol is no longer Melinda Doolittle’s show alone. Melinda is good and she’s been the favorite pretty much since day three (Lakisha Jones was the original favorite to win). But it’s 17 year old Jordin Sparks who has consistently provided us with the best performances two weeks straight….

http://www.gambling911.com/Jordin-Sparks-American-Idol-042507.html

Just having à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã‹mouseà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ problems ( can you be reported for physical abuse to a computer mouse?) between that and having to refresh to check if anyone else has linked, ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s taking me longer than usual.

Nope, I saw kill the sucker. I hate rodents, do computer mouses count as rodents?

American Idol canà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t save the world

Tuesdayà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s Idol Gives Back episode of American Idol raised many questions: Is Justin Guarini one of the designated charity recipients? Why didnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t Will Smithà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s finger snapping at Live 8 eradicate poverty? Is there any possible way to salvage season six of Idol?

The judges were in top form. However Randy Jackson didnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t get the à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“paisley shirts arenà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t cool anymoreà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  memo. Paula Abdul looked like she had a plastic surgery touch up plus a collagen blast to her lips. And Simon Cowell was wearing a gay chefà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s shirt. Whatà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s up with that?……..

http://blogs.phillyburbs.com/blog.php?p=12929&cat=39#more-12929

Oh, I didnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t get it, when did you send it???

The day of the Beacon show. Sigh. I knew your mind would be solely focused on the freak-on/kicking Metta’s a$$ that night.

Ok, I’ll just post it here.

MANAGEMENT

The fact is you are in exactly the same position you were in before we met, but now, somehow, it’s my fault.”

;-D

…can you be reported for physical abuse to a computer mouse?

I promise I won’t be the blabbermouth, Lisa…

You know, the reviewer was not gung ho on the concert, but even she couldnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t ignore the effects of the sweat.

That is true.

à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã‹Idolà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ (finally) gives back

Were we watching a talent show or a telethon?

Downer songs and startling video tours of troubled locales made for a pretty depressing hour. But with millions around the world set to benefit, weà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢re willing to forgive and forget….

http://www.austin360.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/austin/americanidol/entries/2007/04/24/idol_finally_gives_back.html

Dang, I cannot edit my posts in this PC. :tongue2_tb:

Don’t just vote – turn on the lights

One of the organizers of rallies supporting LaKisha Jones is urging Genesee County TV viewers to do more than call in to support Flint’s American Idol contestant.

Mercedes Kinnee, president of the LaKisha Jones Fan Club, called on Genesee County residents to show they’ve phoned in votes for LaKisha by turning on their front porch lights Tuesday night.

http://blog.mlive.com/idolchatter/2007/04/dont_just_vote_turn_on_the_lights.html

Purple!!! :clap_tb:

Damn, that was funny, and so freakin’ true!!!

Viewers mostly turn away from the reruns on NBC
The network hits a new ratings low.

With reruns dominating their schedules last week, NBC drew a record-low amount of viewers and CBS’ four-week streak of being the most-watched network in prime time was ended by Fox Broadcasting, according to figures released Tuesday by Nielsen Media Research.

With “American Idol” and “House” sweeping the top three spots, Fox averaged 10.26 million viewers for its 15 hours of prime-time programming between April 16 and Sunday. CBS was second, averaging 9.62 million for its 22 hours of programming…

http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/news/business/cl-et-tvratingstext25apr25,1,255622.htmlstory?coll=la-headlines-business-enter

Another Best of the Boogie Board clip~~~ Taylor Hicks singing “Down on Main Street” from Royal Oaks, Michigan concert.

www. gofish. com Best of Boogie #14

Bucky Covington on Track for Success

Bucky Covington, who just released his debut album and cracked the Top 25 with his first single, “A Different World,” says he’s got a plan to ensure success.

The traveling has prevented him from watching any current episodes of “American Idol,” so he doesn’t have any favorites among this season’s finalists. However, he is keeping up with some of his fellow contestants from last season. He talks often by phone with Chris Daughtry and visits whenever possible with Kellie Pickler, who also lives in the Nashville area.

http://www.gactv.com/gac/nw_headlines/article/0,,GAC_26063_5501896,00.html

Damn, that was funny, and so freakinà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ true!!!

See, that’s the reaction I was expecting. lol

When I read that, I immediately thought of you and mj and all the other engineers here at mjsbigblog.

An “Ugly” week in ratings for old, new favorites

Last week was a tough one for the broadcast networks, with several big-time shows such as ABC’s “Ugly Betty” and Fox’s “American Idol” hitting season or series lows.

Fox ended up winning the week in viewers and 18-49……

http://www.reuters.com/article/televisionNews/idUSN2519931720070425

Good morning everyone! I like what Dial Idol has to say this morning. I hope it’s right.

The media are missing Sanjaya, there are still more articles about him than the rest.

He has the buzz even though he’s been voted off.

19M would be foolish not to sign him up while they can. They could give him a part on their new sitcom/soap.

I agree with you Lisa. I think Sanjaya can get at least 30 minutes of fame instead of the usual 15.

à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“A year from now,à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  he tells The Charlotte Observer, à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢d like to have singles off the album and be double platinum. If I can have that, everything else will fall in line.à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ 

That is the spirit, Bucky!

Heà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s been able to buy…a Ford pickup…

I wonder how big a discount Idols get, considering they do this…

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r68GbSEtjcg

We won’t get fooled again?

From http://www.tvsquad.com/2007/04/24/will-fox-profit-from-idol-gives-back-telecast/

“…Idol reportedly nabs as much as $700,000 per 30 second spot from its top sponsors. During last year’s finale, it pulled in $1.3 million per spot. In comparison, Bones pulls in below average rates around $115,000 per 30 second spot. As you can see, by bumping Bones for the evening and offering two-hours of star-studded Idol entertainment, FOX is able to rake in a lot more advertising bucks. We’re talking millions of dollars here. At $700,000 a pop, they only have to run 10 commercials and they make $7 million. Run 20 commercials, and they’re making $14 million. Even in 2005, Idol’s two-hour finale brought in over $40 million in TV advertising. With that in mind, News Corp’s $5 million doesn’t seem all that generous, does it?…”

With thanks to MommyErma from VFTW.

jersey and LisaB, I agree with both of you. Actually, I would like an uprecedented American Idol and all 6 of them are voted off and they bring back Taylor, Bo, JPL, Fantasia, Ruben and Sanjaya.

Sanjaya is love!!!

Go Tean Indifference!!!

We wonà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t get fooled again?

Is anyone really surprised by that?

Last Tuesday was Idol’s lowest rated show of the year but the Wed. nite show got much better ratings. Those are the ones who wanted to see if Sanjaya was voted off. After IGB, I expect next Tuesday’s show to be the lowest rated of the season. I just don’t think Melinda and Phil rocking out will bring in the folks.
Sorry guys but Idol Gives Back isn’t doing it for me. They’ll make more $ on the commercials than they’ll make for charity. Hey Fox, how about no Commercials when you do a charity event. Blech. Keeping my fingers crossed that Leona Lewis – biggest thing since sliced bread – is a hugh bomb. The Philly guy is now my favorite idol watcher of the Season.

Is anyone really surprised by that?

No, which also explains why they periodically have 1 hour elimination shows.

Beatboxing didn’t need ‘Idol’ help

The beat goes on.

Beatboxing, according to high-school students in central Ohio, is heard in hallways and locker rooms, and on team buses…..

http://www.columbusdispatch.com/dispatch/content/life/stories/2007/04/25/BEATBOX.ART_ART_04-25-07_F1_3H6FP14.html

Enter the Chris-Sligh.info Chris Sligh Look-Alike contest! heeee!

http://chris-sligh.info/content/view/170/31/

Songs of inspiration from the Top Six

Tuesday night’s American Idol is glutted with infomercials, nods to the show’s benevolent corporate sponsors and unnerving footage of Simon acting caring, but as the start of the Idol Gives Back event, I’m inclined to just let it be.

Vote early and often based on these performances:

http://www.charlotte.com/145/story/98250.html

Morning all! Today begins the dreaded Reading Period before finals….arrghh…and to make matters worse they’ve cut it short, from 10 days to six. Eek! Oh well.

I have to agree with parts of that Columbus Dispatch review re: Taylor. Sometimes his subtlety gets lost in concert. I know it kind of did when I went to see him. For those of us who are fans of his ballads such as “Georgia” and “The Right Place,” and most importantly “Hell of a Day” (IMO), we know darn well he can be subtle and convey all sorts of emotion, but it’s frustrating when it doesn’t come through in concert. Ahh well.

So last night was pretty meh for me. I got home late and was able to FF through all the boring junk, which was nice. Chris Richardson really needs to cool it with the meth jitters, but he did sound okay–better than he usually does. Melinda was great, but still not earthshattering. Blake was boring, and it was a poor song choice, because there’s just not a whole lot you can DO with a song like that, by means of “making it your own,” without just completely ruining the song. And IMO his voice isn’t interesting or strong enough to win praise for just sitting there and singing. Lakisha was screamy and was off for the first half of the song. Phil was good, again, though I thought he was off in the beginning, too. And Jordin? Good, I guess. A little strident in her high notes, and not the masterpiece the judges made it out to be, but still good. Her voice reminds me of McPhee’s though in that it just seems to be lacking some element. Oh, she connects to the music far better than Kat ever did, but their voices are just…empty? Tinny? It’s probably just my personal taste.

Sanjaya has made the cover of People’s 100 Most Beautiful…..bottom right corner. :lol_tb:

ETA: It was shown on GMA this morning. Drew Barrymore is the cover girl.

Theyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ll make more $ on the commercials than theyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ll make for charity. Hey Fox, how about no Commercials when you do a charity event. Blech

Better yet, donate ALL of the ad money from Wednesday to the charity. That would impress me (or at least the difference between what they normally make on a boot night and what they will make that night with the added hour and all the stars).

And please, tell us what Ford, Coke and AT&T are doing for the charity to get mentioned every 10 minutes on the show. And what did that Food company they mentioned before the Second Harvest segment do? It said something about it being sponsored by them? Did they pick up the cost of having a limo drive Simon down to the food bank? Did they pay ad time for the 3 minutes the segment ran? Did they give the food bank some food? I really would like to know so I can congratulate them too.

Sanjaya has made the cover of Peopleà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s 100 Most Beautifulà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦..bottom right corner.

Sanjaya is beautiful. Sanjaya is LOVE.

Speaking of People, here are some pictures they took at the White House Correspondents Dinner of Sanjaya and Chris S:

http://www.people.com/people/gallery/0,,20036505,00.html

Valerie Bertinelli needs to lose the reading glasses in that first picture.

Katharine McPhee also made the People Most Beautiful List for 2007. Congrats Kat!

Here is a video for the photoshoot:

http://www.people.com/people/package/video/0,,20034523_20036555,00.html

Valerie Bertinelli needs to lose the reading glasses in that first picture.

I think she needs to lose alot more than the reading glasses.

Valerie Bertinelli needs to lose the reading glasses in that first picture.

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I didn’t even recognize her until you metioned her name.

Sanjaya’s mom is a beautiful woman..IMO

LisaB – in reading the Columbus article on the concert, I realized I never saw a review from a Detroit paper on the Royal Oak show. Was there one posted in an earlier thread?

I think Lakisha needs to work on pronouncing her words more clearly when she sings. She seems to slur through them sometimes and it’s distracting. Oh yeah, she yells too much too. But so does Jordin. I think only Melinda can hit the big notes without you feeling like a truck just slammed into you. She can really finesse a note. And her phrasing, etc. is so far ahead of all the others.

However I feel none of the excitement and anticipation of last year. I don’t really care who goes home. Team Indifference lives on.

Katharine McPhee also made the People Most Beautiful List for 2007.

It’s nice to know they don’t take personalities into account.

Digital Download numbers for last week (top 50 plus a few extras):

10 Carrie Underwood “Before He Cheats” 60134 (36%) 1064556
16 Daughtry “Home” 41528 (13%) 294244
23 Daughtry “It’s Not Over” 31718 (-20%) 1145852
30 Katharine McPhee “Over It” 27723 (-14%) 340824
54 Carrie Underwood “Wasted” 18501 (2%) 213153
63 Carrie Underwood “Jesus, Take the Wheel” 15732 (118%) 914153
64 Bucky Covington “Different World” 15623 (999%) 15623

Guest Coach and featured songs:
21 Fergie “Big Girls Don’t Cry” 35442 (999%) 69032
24 Martina McBride “Anyway” 30126 (183%) 144433
39 Tim McGraw “When the Stars Go Blue” 23876 (665%) 417159
(plus “Jesus, Take the Wheel” mentioned above)

Bob Dylan to head Freedom Hill lineup

Bob Dylan will lead the summer season at a rejuvenated Freedom Hill amphitheater, officials told the Free Press on Tuesday.

Other prominent acts on the summer roster, which will ultimately feature about 25 shows, include classic-rock duo Steely Dan (June 4), pop crooner Clay Aiken (July 23) and British alt-rock band Snow Patrol (Aug. 6). The season at the 7,000-capacity amphitheater is set to kick off with a May 20 bill featuring modern rockers Three Days Grace, Breaking Benjamin and Puddle of Mudd….

http://www.freep.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070425/ENT04/704250345/1035/ENT

Katharine McPhee also made the People Most Beautiful List for 2007.

PEOPLE picked a real winner, *** is a real beauty.

I love Boulder

I realized I never saw a review from a Detroit paper on the Royal Oak show. Was there one posted in an earlier thread?

There hasn’t been one as far as I know,I haven’t seen one.

Actually, Boulder, that photo is from the People photoshoot for the Most Beautiful edition. I don’t think it made the cut.

Kirsten said:

Actually, Boulder, that photo is from the People photoshoot for the Most Beautiful addition.

:lol_tb:

Actually, Boulder, that photo is from the People photoshoot for the Most Beautiful addition.

If that is true, all I can say is :lol_tb:

Finalists Get Inspirational For ‘Idol Gives Back’

As if people needed a reason to vote on “American Idol”: now it’s saving lives. Ten cents of each call placed to vote for a contestant last night went to the “Idol Gives Back” charity effort to help the underprivileged both in Africa and in the U.S.

The contestants tried their best to win those votes, too…

http://www.accesshollywood.com/news/ah5027.shtml

BS: If that is true, all I can say is

It is true. Check out the video link I provided.

Or this link to a photo on their website:

http://www.people.com/people/package/gallery/0,,20034523_20036559_2,00.html

It is true. Check out the video link I provided.

Ouch. Katharine really is a stunningly beautiful girl (at least physically), with OR without makeup, but that photo does her no justice. She looks very tired and haggard there, as opposed to the “fresh-faced” approach they were probably going for.

Sigh….that video didn’t make me like Kat…..She didn’t mean to sing….hmmm

*** McPhee, People Magazine:

“I admire people with beautiful skin, so I really like getting compliments on my skin,” says the singer, 23. “I’m always examining it with a large mirror and always looking at the flaws.”

WOW…she is even more shallow, vapid, and vacuous than I realized.

As a Taylor hicks fan, I fully agree with this observation from the review by the Columbus Dispatch :

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Eventually, even Hicks’ insistent energy grew wearing. Maybe American Idol should take some of the blame: Teach singers that they only have a song or two in which to sell themselves, and they won’t ever learn that less is sometimes more. In any case, Hicks hasn’t yet discovered how to shape a concert. He barely paused long enough to take a breath, and each song was as intense as the one before.
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Taylor has got to learn to PACE his catalog of songs more. Sometimes there is a need to slow down, not continue to jam and jam until the audience goes weary. There is a noticeable dearth of “quiet-things-down” songs in the mould of THE FALL or THE RIGHT PLACE in his set list.

I would have wanted his encore to be a more toned down song like the one he presented in B’ham — MY HOME’s IN ALABAMA. Instead, we’re often treated to louder and more high energy music as if 90% of what he presented aren’t songs of that type.

Just being constructive here folks.

WOWà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦she is even more shallow, vapid, and vacuous than I realized.

I bet you didn’t think that could happen.

Kat doesn’t do much to try to change her image from just being stuck on her looks, does she?

Taylor has got to learn to PACE his catalog of songs more.

Well, did he do that in the concert you saw? In the one I saw, he slowed down for several songs.

Here is a picture of Carrie in People’s Most Beautiful edition.

http://www.people.com/people/package/gallery/0,,20034523_20036560_15,00.html

And here is a picture of a young Kelly (the next page has her adult picture (and it was her Birthday yesterday):

http://www.people.com/people/package/quiz/question/0,,20034523_20034286_20034266_1,00.html

So, that makes 4 Idols so far (Sanjaya, Kat, Carrie and Kelly)

Graduating from college is an accomplishment….winning an athletic competition is an accomplishment…discovering a cure for devastating illness is an accomplishment….

Being selected as one of many in a People Magazine most Beautiful Issue, not so much.

DialIdol for last night:
Jordin Sparks – 25.54
Phil Stacey – 21.39
Blake Lewis – 20.86
Lakisha Jones – 20.55
Melinda Doolittle – 20.49
Chris Richardson – 18.75

Police officers moved quickly to take down a man who allegedly threatened to kill pop star and actress Hilary Duff during her appearance on a Canadian TV show.

Duff was being interviewed Tuesday by MuchMusic host Leah Miller on Live @ Much when a man in the crowd outside the studio started shouting at the 19-year-old star. According to an eyewitness, the unidentified man vowed to kill Duff, prompting several police officers to tackle him.

I was there just last week lol

Graduating from college is an accomplishmentà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦.winning an athletic competition is an accomplishmentà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦discovering a cure for devastating illness is an accomplishmentà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦.

Being selected as one of many in a People Magazine most Beautiful Issue, not so much.

I guess i see accomplishments in a different light then you. I’ve done none of those things so have i not accomplished anything in my life?

Well, did he do that in the concert you saw? In the one I saw, he slowed down for several songs.

I was at the Taylor Hicks Foxwoods concert in CT.

I can say it was 80% go-go-go ( mostly with tags like à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Letà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s Get it Onà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  (Marvin Gaye), à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Ainà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t No Mountain High Enoughà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  (Marvin Gaye) and other teases.

He did slow it down by performing SOMEHOW (for the first time in his tour I think).

His version of JTFTW at Foxwoods was very similar to his Reggies and Kelly performance.

His encore was another one of his frenzied version of TAKIN’ IT TO THE STREETS.

à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“I admire people with beautiful skin, so I really like getting compliments on my skin,à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  says the singer, 23. à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m always examining it with a large mirror and always looking at the flaws.à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ 

WOWà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦she is even more shallow, vapid, and vacuous than I realized

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Chick needs serious HELP…And to think she considers herself as a role model for young women who are suffering with ED’s and self esteem issues.
Don’t even get me started..

DialIdol for last night:
Jordin Sparks – 25.54
Phil Stacey – 21.39
Blake Lewis – 20.86
Lakisha Jones – 20.55
Melinda Doolittle – 20.49
Chris Richardson – 18.75

Serious Rad? Is that right?? Will I have to actually sit through a Jordan/Phil finale?

Hey! How ’bout those Season Six Idols? *AHEM*

In other words, we are not going down this road again today. Change the subject, please.

Serious Rad? Is that right?? Will I have to actually sit through a Jordan/Phil finale?

You can go to dialidol.com and check for yourself. But it’s right. That doesn’t mean that’s what the voting outcome is, that just means people who use dial idol, that’s who they voted for.
I’m surprised Melinda is so low though. I hope Chris leaves tonight. Then Phil next week, then Lakisha, then the top 3 i think would be the best and right top 3

Rosie O’Donnell’s leaving the View. (How’s that MJ?) LOL

Deleted post because I did NOT see MJ’s
message before I posted it..
Sorry MJ

I’m actually starting to like Phil. I still can’t look at him, but I’m starting to like his voice. Sigh…..

Go Team Indifference!!!

Rosie Oà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢Donnellà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s leaving the View.

…and Spinal Tap is reuniting.

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070425/ap_en_mu/spinal_tap_reunion

Morning, all.

Anyone else think Jordan was WAY overpraised last night?

Yup, she was very pitchy.

Anyone else think Jordan was WAY overpraised last night?

I think if the judges heard the recording back, they’d think differently. She was just more shaky than usual. Not as controlled. Vibrato was all over and her tone on the final notes was not good.

Rosie O’Donnell is only signed on for one year in her contract, so in early May we’ll see if she’s back for another season or not. She should get her own show again, but I like her on the view because i like seeing her fight with Elizabeth

Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m actually starting to like Phil. I still canà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t look at him, but Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m starting to like his voice. Sighà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦..

I’m actually starting to agree with JJ

Rad – I believe she just announced that she’s leaving.

One last thing though, I am NOT out of touch with today’s world or the plight of young women with ED’s

I watched the HD feed and had my surround sound on last night watching the episode. I must say, Melinda spits a lot. I think it’s her tendency to pronounce “s” as “sh” (which i notice a lot of singers do, fantasia, whitney houston)

Anyone else think Jordan was WAY overpraised last night?
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Yes, I do.

Hey! How à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢bout those Season Six Idols? *AHEM*

Here is a picture of Sanjaya that made People’s Star Trak for this week. Sanjaya seems to be their new poster boy. That’s three articles (and a cover) mentioning him this week. Any bets on if he will make the Hottest Bachelor list this year? (I don’t think People will declare any Idol this year The Hottest Bachelor just because they wouldn’t want to pick an Idol two years in a row…and no, we don’t need to debate whether they should have picked last year’s winner…that debate is so last year):

http://www.people.com/people/gallery/0,,20036477_6,00.html

Hey! How à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢bout those Season Six Idols? *AHEM*

Yea, how ’bout ‘em? On that subject, I am surprised by those dial idol results and I do not believe they can possibly be correct.

I know a lot of people want to see a Blake/Jordin finale, but I would prefer it be Blake and someone else. While I like Jordin, she’s not one of my favorites and not the one I’m rooting for to win. Although it’s painfully obvious that the show itself would like to see her win.

I prefer both Lakisha and Melinda over Jordin, even though I know that is a minority opinion. What suprises me about this season, is that my preferances keep changing over time. While I’m all about Team Plaid, and that hasn’t changed – my feelings about the others are pretty fluid.

I spent most of the season making fun of Phil, but for the last 3 weeks, he has really impressed me. Although I prefer Blake to him, on a purely vocal basis I can see how others would find Phil to be more to their liking.

I’ve made no secret that I find Chris to be adorable, but I’m not a fan of his singing and I haven’t voted for him. I believe it’s right about time for him to go – although I have no idea if he’ll be the one really going. On a sidenote – I do not know what magic technology they use to clean up the vocals on those MP3′s, but it’s pretty impressive. Chris’s recordings are light year’s better than his live singing.

I’ve downloaded several MP3′s from this year’s contestants and I was really surprised by how much I liked Phil’s and Lakisha’s and by how much I was bored by Melinda’s and Jordin’s. I thought that I would feel just the opposite. Of course, I find Blake’s to be wonderful but I don’t think I’m objective on that subject anymore.

Concert etiquette, it’s not just for the weak
A plea for a more pleasant musical experience

I haven’t been to a concert in awhile.

After Singing Girl had finally been jostled out of ear-shot, I was accosted by a girl I’ll refer to as Uterus. About half-way through the show, Uterus tapped me on the shoulder…….

The Campus Press

Is paula still on the show? She’s like that cotton ball they stuff in prescription bottles. Why is it there?

Jordin sucked last night.

Spinal Tap make me happy:

http://youtube.com/watch?v=dU3H1Um4Ju4

So does this:

http://youtube.com/watch?v=3H68ah0udaI

Anyone else think Jordan was WAY overpraised last night?

Me!

That not only wasn’t the best performance in AI history, it was not the best this season or even her best performance. Shaky, shouty, sharp.

In other news….Sanjaya is still the news (as Lisa B mentioned earlier).

Since yesterday, 6,891 articles have appeared that mention Sanjaya according to the Google news search. The other idols get less than 2000 mentions. Idol itself did manage over 16,000 mentions. In comparison, Haley got 1600 mentions during the same 24 hour period last week.

How long will Sanjaya’s shadow be on this season? When the Idol is crowned, will his performance on Finale night get as many mentions?

In other newsà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦.Sanjaya is still the news (as Lisa B mentioned earlier).

Just to add to the Sanji mania….

I saw a local ad for an Indian restaurant advertising their “Sanjaya Special” this week.

I can now order and eat Sanjaya. I hope he is love.

Is there alot of cheese in the Sanjaya special?

I love Jordin but she was overpraised last night. If she was better than the others last night, in my opinion she wasn’t, it wasn’t by much.

I know I am a part of the minority but I would really like to see Chris last another week. It’s kind of disheartening when you know your fave doesn’t have a chance at the finale.

Jordin sucked last night.

Spinal Tap make me happy:

http://youtube.com/watch?v=dU3H1Um4Ju4

So does this:

http://youtube.com/watch?v=3H68ah0udaI

This will probably make you happy too:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dyHs59fD44M

I can now order and eat Sanjaya. I hope he is love.

:lol_tb:

Dang, I need to get ready or else I’m going to be late for work…

It’s probably more sweet than spicy!

Since I am on the west coast and come to see the show later, I saw remarks about the idols beforehand. Jordin was indeed sharp throughout the song. Sharp usually means nerves. I think she was overpraised. I am indifferent also though, but it turns out that I am becoming indifferent to TV as a whole. I just can’t get excited about anything on it and probably because all the shows are cut up into bite sizes and no full seasons anymore.

I think Randy is listening to Jordin through rose colored glasses, lol. I think they’d be better to temper their praise of her a little if they really want her to be in the finals. It’s just annoying to me and I like her.

For Blake’s sake it would be probably be better if Chris were to leave tonight but can’t help but hope it will be Phil instead. Zabasearch is predicting that Phil will leave but am not sure how accurate they are since they’re just getting into it again.

GIzmo—-
In chat for a few!!!!!

Congrads to Steve for her contest and her work!!!!!!!!!

awww! Thank you Mags!!

This will probably make you happy too:

I am seriously starting to love db. FYI, it was cool, but it was better live. I actually think I am in that video, for a flash, but I think its me.

Jordin Sparks – 25.54
Phil Stacey – 21.39
Blake Lewis – 20.86
Lakisha Jones – 20.55
Melinda Doolittle – 20.49
Chris Richardson – 18.75

Wow, those numbers are scary. I thought Jordin was horrid last night. Melinda to me was good but not as good as the judges said she was. And she was boring. That said, I am suprised to see her than low. Actually, the difference between her, Lakisha and Blake is so small that the addition of text message votes may alter that order a bit. But I do hope Chris Richardson finally goes home. It’s time.

It’s quite obvious they want Jordin to win. If you’ll go back and watch last night’s show, when she was done singing, you can see Nigel in the audience doing a bow down to her, about 3 times I think. And, remember Randy saying from the beginning of the season that someone with curly hair was going to win this season? And, I just don’t get the hyperpraise for her performance last night. I listened to it twice, and, it didn’t inspire me at all. She started off very shaky, and, if they are going to call Lakisha for screaming, then, that goes ditto for Jordin. She screamed on the high notes. But, since when was Idol truly ever fair? They want Lakisha out of the running, same as they did Jennifer Hudson during season 3. I wonder how many different recipes they can find for crow?

Yes, Jordin is obviously the pimped one.

I don’t think Dial Idol is very useful this year, but that’s just me.

Let’s be honest folks — who among this bunch of season 6 finalists will you go see in concert ? I mean a SOLO concert like the sold-out ones Taylor Hicks has been doing night after night ?

The only one remotely interesting is Blake Lewis.

And maybe if Chris Richardson joins a boy band and learns some choreography ( from Kevin Federline ?) he might be worth watching as well.

I’m not sure if the rest of them are worth the concert money yet ( and that goes for the favorites Melinda and Jordin ).

So are Melinda and LaKisha both in the bottom three?

I donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t think Dial Idol is very useful this year, but thatà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s just me.

DialIdol gets to be more and more accurate as the number of contestants dwindle. They were close to spot on last week.

Think about why they are pimping Jordin.

1. She is not a horrible singer;
2. She is 17 years old, therefore, she can get the young crowd;
3. She tries different types of music, so she has the potential to draw in other people than the teens;
4. She is somewhat cute;
5. She is an ex-NFL’ers daughter, which even though her father sucked, is an interesting side. It could garner some fans from that.
6. As a 17 year old, the chances of her beign difficult, and saying she dosen’t want to do something are probably slim;
7. Being 17, she can be molded to what they want her to be.

8. She has no edge – She is the definition of family friendly.

What’s going on peeps?

Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m not sure if the rest of them are worth the concert money yet ( and that goes for the favorites Melinda and Jordin ).
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S-A-N-J-A-Y-A to the rescue.. Go Sanjaya!!!!!!!! Go Sanjaya!!!!!!

JJ, my sentiments exactly. After having to deal with Taylor last season, they want someone more pliable, who they can lead around by the nose. I posted this many weeks ago, that Jordin will be the winner.

I actually would totally pay to see Melinda in concert. Maybe it’s just me. Though I do agree Blake is an interesting performer.

skylight – Yes. Jordin will be more pliable than Melinda. I think it’s clear that Melinda is not so timid as she first appeared. Good for her. But that makes her less desirable to TPTB.

I think ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s clear that Melinda is not so timid as she first appeared.

Which goes back to what I have been saying for some time, Melinda is all an act. Just like Kellie Pickler was an act last year, so is Melinda. Also, being older, she is most likely to be less pliable.

Someone said this a few days ago, when they said they didn’t want any Taylor Hicks or Chris Daughtry’s this year, they didn’t mean they didn’t want any blue-eyed soul singers or rockers. They didn’t want people that were going to give them shit.

I posted this many weeks ago, that Jordin will be the winner.
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:mad1_ee:

Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ve made no secret that I find Chris to be adorable, but Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m not a fan of his singing and I havenà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t voted for him. I believe ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s right about time for him to go – although I have no idea if heà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ll be the one really going. On a sidenote – I do not know what magic technology they use to clean up the vocals on those MP3à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s, but ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s pretty impressive. Chrisà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s recordings are light yearà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s better than his live singing

Can you tell me where I can buy Chris’s mp3s? Is it on the idolsite? Cause if he sounds better on the recording I will buy all of them. He is my fav but I really only liked about 4 songs, Don’t let the sun, the boss, geek in the pink and last nite.

LBB -The only people I would go see in concert is Chris, Jordin, Blake.

I’d pay money to see Melinda in concert. Honestly, Blake is one of the ones I couldn’t give a rat’s a$$ about. I know he’s very popular here, but I don’t get his appeal, and I certainly don’t want to pay good money to watch someone sing every song with the same blank expression on their face. I thought Simon was pretty right on in his criticism of Blake last night. I appreciate that he didn’t screw up the song with a lot of vocal runs, but it was too flat-line. It just might not have been a wise song choice and I wouldn’t be surprised to see him in the bottom again.

The only people, from any idol season, I would pay to see in concert are Bo, Taylor and Kellie. The only reason I would pay to see Kellie is my daughter loves her. So, correlation, the only people I would pay to see in concert are the ones I voted for.

Oh yeah, I would definately go see Taylor again.

I’d pay to see Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, Katharine McPhee, Jordin Sparks and Blake Lewis. possibly Melinda as well she is a great singer but i have a feeling, like taylor, i’d rather hear her do covers then her own stuff

Can you tell me where I can buy Chrisà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s mp3s? Is it on the idolsite?

Yes, I got them from the official idolonfox site.

Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢d pay to see Kelly Clarkson

I have a friend who has season tickets to a local arena. He went to see Kelly Clarkson and said it was one of the worst concerts he has ever seen.

Sligh has a new blog up….he talks about his disagreement with Ricky, and even shouts out to Rickey…..he also talks about his time at the White House Correspondence Dinner

http://frommymindtoyoureyes.blogspot.com/

à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ “American Idol” finalist Bucky Covington debuts at No. 4 on The Billboard 200 — and at No. 1 on Top Country Albums — with his self-titled set. Covington’s debut is the biggest on Top Country Albums by a new male artist since Billy Ray Cyrus’ “Some Gave All” started with 90,000 in 1992.” From Billboard today. Season 5 domination continues.

Melinda/Jordin are good singers but both bore me. Blake’s voice would be hard to recognized on the radio. I wouldn’t pay money to see any of them. I used to like Jordin but she’s reminding me more and more of Kat. She’s a better singer but it’s still beauty pagent stuff to me. Wow I had no idea Kiki was so high on Dialidol. I have a soft spot for her. She feels more “real” to me. Hope she makes top 3.

JJ Apr 25th, 2007 at 12:01 pm

Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢d pay to see Kelly Clarkson

I have a friend who has season tickets to a local arena. He went to see Kelly Clarkson and said it was one of the worst concerts he has ever seen.

Yup

I have a friend who has season tickets to a local arena. He went to see Kelly Clarkson and said it was one of the worst concerts he has ever seen.

That’s nice. I’d still pay to see her.
P.S. for who ever said that the gap between your boobs is a sure sign you’ve had breast surgery, take a look at this:
http://www.usmagazine.com/heidi_montag_before_and_after
which picture has the bigger gap? before or after.

possibly Melinda as well she is a great singer but i have a feeling, like taylor, ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢d rather hear her do covers then her own stuff

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To my knowledge Melinda does NOT have any of her own STUFF to do, but I can say that Taylor is great doing his own STUFF.

I don’t think any of them will leave tonight, they’ll roll over the votes until next week and get rid of two.

Booting someone tonight while trying to raise money seems harsh to me and who will want to be remembered for getting the boot on ‘Idol Gives Back’ night?

But who knows with AI?

To my knowledge Melinda does NOT have any of her own STUFF to do, but I can say that Taylor is great doing his own STUFF.

Dear hubby, the music critic, elaborated on his Taylor concert experience. He said he would like him to do more non-obscure, slower tempo covers to compare. He said he feels that is a true way to gauge someones musical ability. He suggested Madman Across the Water or Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, which are actully songs I hoped Taylor would do. He also said that Taylors original stuff is up-tempo and good. Trust me, big compliment.

To my knowledge Melinda does NOT have any of her own STUFF to do, but I can say that Taylor is great doing his own STUFF.

Her cd she makes after idol. That’s what i’m talking about. Then she will have her own stuff to do.

I donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t think any of them will leave tonight, theyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ll roll over the votes until next week and get rid of two.

Booting someone tonight while trying to raise money seems harsh to me and who will want to be remembered for getting the boot on à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã‹Idol Gives Backà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ night?

But who knows with AI?

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Lisa B.. Maybe that’s the BIG shocker for tonight.

Thatà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s nice.

You’re welcome.

Being 17, she can be molded to what they want her to be.

You mean like they did Kat..Yep, I can see her cd cover now..

Someone said this a few days ago, when they said they didnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t want any Taylor Hicks or Chris Daughtryà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s this year, they didnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t mean they didnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t want any blue-eyed soul singers or rockers. They didnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t want people that were going to give them shit.

I said that when I read Stephanie’s exit interview.

I saw it last night when, I’m sure, they talked Lakisha into singing the song I believe verbatim to Fantasia’s rendition, then turn around and criticized her. When they had Jordin sing that song the way she did and praised her to high heavens. AI has decided to get contestants who they can control this year. None of those contestants appear to have any real guts to stand up the TPTB no matter how much AI wants to convince you that they do. Everything about that show is an illusion.

By the way, since when did Randy and Paula became step-children of AI. You mean to tell me they could not find a homeless shelter to send them to with a camera. Something is wrong with AI when the face representing there charitable show is the most condescending and meanest person on the show. Not one video of Randy nor Paula. How sad..

I donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t think any of them will leave tonight, theyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ll roll over the votes until next week and get rid of two.

Booting someone tonight while trying to raise money seems harsh to me and who will want to be remembered for getting the boot on à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã‹Idols Gives Backà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ night?

But who knows with AI?

I’m hoping for AI to be nice like that, but i doubt they will. It is American Idol after all

http://www.niehs.nih.gov/kids/lyrics/rainbow.htm

Steve and Lu memorize these words for the singing we will do at a local dinning area……:)(you know the song)

Season six I do se the appeal of Jordan for AI.

The only Idol I have paid to see more than once is Clay. And he delivers.
I think I’d enjoy seeing Bo, Elliott, and Taylor in a small venue.
Saw Kelly on the Independendent Tour with Clay; she was OK, but that was at the start of her touring career, and I would think she has developed better stage presence since then. I wouldn’t go to a concert of her’s alone because I think the arena would be full of teens – 20′s – not my choice to spend an evening with.
I don’t see myself seeing any Idol 6′ers in concert.

By the way, since when did Randy and Paula became step-children of AI. You mean to tell me they could not find a homeless shelter to send them to with a camera. Something is wrong with AI when the face representing there charitable show is the most condescending and meanest person on the show. Not one video of Randy nor Paula. How sad..

Uh…Randy was in New Orleans, and Paula was with Ryan somewhere. They were all involved last night

thanks Spencer…On my way to buy my cutie patootie’s mp3s!

I donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t see myself seeing any Idol 6à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ²ers in concert.

It’s going to be very interesting to see how much money the tour rakes in this year, as opposed to previous years.

Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m hoping for AI to be nice like that, but i doubt they will. It is American Idol after all

I agree.

Uhà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦Randy was in New Orleans, and Paula was with Ryan somewhere. They were all involved last night

They must have aired them when I decided to turn off my tv because all I kept seeing were spots with Simon and Ryan..But, thanks for clearing that up..

JJ, I believe you. Taylor has truly moved up in your husband’s eyes.

I would not spend money to see this season’s crew. Outside of Season Five, Season Four was the only other season I would have considered wasting my money to see the contestants perform.

As individuals, only Taylor, Fantasia and maybe, Bo I would see in concert.

Well, so far I’ve paid to see concerts of Ace, Taylor and Bucky. I would have seen Daughtry, but it sold out too quickly and the scalping price was too high. Taylor sold out quickly too, but I got them pretty much at face value thanks to OhSo’s connections.

I would definately pay to see Blake. Not sure about the rest. I suppose it depends on what kind of record they put out. If it’s belting ballads, count me out.

Star reported at Team Plaid that Uncle Nigel was on Ryan’s radio show this morning reporting 65 million votes by 10pm pacific time. Wow. Just wow.

“When the Stars Go Blue” is still charting on the iTunes top 100. None of the songs the others sang on country night are charting anymore (many never did). Go Blake!

I have a friend who has season tickets to a local arena. He went to see Kelly Clarkson and said it was one of the worst concerts he has ever seen.

I saw Kelly here in Tampa and I thought she was really good. Her opening band, whose name I did not care enough to remember, really sucked though. But for me, I enjoyed Kelly a lot.

Oh, I would pay to see Brandon and Sligh. I loved some of Brandon’s original stuff, especially this:

http://www.blingster.com/music/artists.php?artist_id=71

Blake, Brandon and Chris all play instruments. Do any of the others?

Blake, Brandon and Chris all play instruments. Do any of the others?

I recall seeing Chris R. play the guitar – and I think that Chris S. mentioned Chris R. playing guitar and writing songs in his blog. Other than that – I don’t know.

I would also love to see Brandon in concert

And, I’m jealous you got to see Bucky.

I have paid and will continue to pay to see Taylor.
He is amazing live!! I wouldn’t mind seeing Clay.
Thought about seeing Daughtry, but changed my mind—I’m glad I did, the reviews of his concert here were horrible.
I REALLY liked him on idol, but don’t like his cd at all.
I’m glad someone burned one for me, because I wouldn’t want to waste money on it.
This year—wouldn’t see any or them—they’re just all boring to me.
And Jordin will probably win if AI has their way—she can be molded into anything they want—as someone else said.

Spense, Bucky was a load of fun. The only downside was all the smoke in the venue. They are gradually phasing that out here, though.

Now that you mention it, I seem to recall something about Chris R playing guitar.

Chris R. does play guitar–there’s a video floating around where he plays a guitar and sings an original composition.

I think Chris R plays guitar and probably a little piano. I’m trying to pick a new instrument to learn how to play, i might go with piano, i know a few chords and songs but i want to play me some bach

Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m trying to pick a new instrument to learn how to play, i might go with piano

I’ve always wanted to learn to play the piano. If I sit down and study the notes and learn them one note and chord at a time, I can learn a song in a few days. But I can’t read music…fluently, I guess is the right word. I do sing, though, which is good because unlike playing an instrument, it’s less expensive

Chris R. does play guitarà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’thereà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s a video floating around where he plays a guitar and sings an original composition.

So that’s probably what I saw then. I noticed in Sligh’s blog that he has complimented Chris R’s songwriting more than once. Perhaps in the future – Richardson will spare you all his nasally voice and just write good songs for other artists?

I must stay that I’ve read Sligh’s blog a few times now. While I often have the urge to tell him to quit saying “I mean” at the beginning of every sentence, I absolutely LOVE that he is so supportive of his fellow contestants. I may not necessarily agree with all of his comments about their vocal prowess, but I really appreciate the fact that he sticks up for them.

I would really love to see Blake Lewis in concert. That would be awesome!

I think he has the atar zappeal and stage presence needed to become a BIG STAR! I am all for him.
After watching his Time of THe Season and I Need To Know performances I ma convinced he has the chops to be very successful.
His voice also sounds great recorded. Very sexy and smooth.
I can’t stop listenint to his mp3′s.

Maybe he won’t win, we all know Jordin will but Blake will have a great recording career nevertheless.

Little Boy Blue
Apr 25th, 2007 at 11:37 am
Letà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s be honest folks à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’  who among this bunch of season 6 finalists will you go see in concert ? I mean a SOLO concert …

Only one that I could see myself possibly wanting to see in a solo concert from season six at the moment at least is Melinda.

I donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t think any of them will leave tonight, theyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ll roll over the votes until next week and get rid of two.

They’ve done that once before. When Corey Clark got disqualified in Season 2 (he had a court date the same day as a performance date), they told us who the two bottom vote getters were and that they would roll over the votes.

Of course, the bottom two’s fans voted like fiends and they were saved the next week (they didn’t even hit the seal).

Okay, so the “Sevilla Five” (my friends and I who travelled to Sevilla, Spain together this summer) have planned our next movie night. We scheduled it for the Sunday after finals. The verdict was split on which movies to screen, so we’re holding a double showing. Again, I’ll need help planning the menu. We’re calling it “A Night of Kal Penn and Kal-El,” and we’ll be screening “Superman Returns” and “Harold and Kumar Go To White Castle.”

Obviously we can do the little frozen White Castle burgers. I figure I’d also make some “hash” brownies (with fresh mint) and some kind of “Kryptonite” cocktail (probably with creme de menthe). Any other suggestions?

Didn’t see this posted. Apologies if it has.

The Popwatch blog is always interesting and from the reporter’s perspective both Blake and Lakisha were off.

http://popwatch.ew.com/popwatch/2007/04/on_the_scene_id_6.html#more

Rumours about tonight from Pulse (from a Kelly fan):

Madonna will be there
Annie L is singing Bridge Over troubled water
Kelly is singing a patti song

Little Boy Blue
Apr 25th, 2007 at 11:37 am
Letà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s be honest folks à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’  who among this bunch of season 6 finalists will you go see in concert ? I mean a SOLO concert

Honestly? This year I don’t even care if I miss the AI tour. I think the ticket sales will be down this year. Some of these guys have OK to good recording voices but performing a live solo concert is a whole other thing. It isn’t as easy as just showing up to sing a song.

Kirsten
Apr 25th, 2007 at 1:14 pm
Rumours about tonight from Pulse (from a Kelly fan):

…
Annie L is singing Bridge Over troubled water
…

That should be very cool if true. Love Annie’s voice.

That should be very cool if true. Love Annieà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s voice.

Ditto. I’m looking forward to hearing her. She also does a great job of putting depth into a song.

Especially given Taylor’s and Fantasia’s schedules right now, I doubt it’d be possible, but how I hoped that AI would bring back its five winners to sing tonight. Y’know, because this show used to be about the people who actually competed and/or won, and not the showcase for the TRL Artist Du Jour/Artist of Yesteryear with New CD to Promote that it’s become.

Speaking of which, here’s a dumb quesion: are all the guest judges/mentors/whathaveyou signed with Sony/BMG and its various offshoots? Or are stragglers from EMI, UMG, and Warner allowed to grace the Idol stage?

//DialIdol for last night:
Jordin Sparks – 25.54
Phil Stacey – 21.39
Blake Lewis – 20.86
Lakisha Jones – 20.55
Melinda Doolittle – 20.49
Chris Richardson – 18.75//
That breakdown would be perfect for the 2 by 2 by 2 division, as Idol did last year.

Jordin/Phil
Blake/Lakisha
Melinda/Chris

That’s an interesting question about other label artists being “allowed” to participate, Kat. I don’t know the answer.

It would be so freakin’ cool if Melinda went home today. Remember, there needs to be a shocking exit pretty much every year:

Season 1 – Tamyra
Season 2 – None that I can think of
Season 3 – Jennifer Hudson
Season 4 – Constantine Maroulis
Season 5 – Chris Daughtry

Speaking of which, hereà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s a dumb quesion: are all the guest judges/mentors/whathaveyou signed with Sony/BMG and its various offshoots? Or are stragglers from EMI, UMG, and Warner allowed to grace the Idol stage?

Good question:

Celine Dionne – Epic (division of Sony/BMG)
Annie Lennox – J Records (division of Sony/BMG)
Kelly Clarkson – RCA (division of Sony/BMG)
Carrie Underwood – Arista (division of Sony/BMG)
Pink – Arista (division of Sony/BMG)
Il Divo – Sony/BMG
Gwen Stefani – Interscope (division of Universal Music Group)
Earth,Wind & Fire – Columbia (huge company in it’s own right)
Josh Groban – Reprise (division of Warner)
Rascal Flatts – Lyric Records (division of Disney)

So, most of the artists are from the Sony/BMG stable, but not all.

There’s no one this season that could get me to an AI concert this summer and certainly no “one” of them I’d care to see performing solo. I’ve watched and tried to warm up to them this season but it’s just not happening.

JJ, that would definitely be equivalent shock value to those in the past.

It would be so freakinà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ cool if Melinda went home today. Remember, there needs to be a shocking exit pretty much every year:

It would be cool for the drama factor, but it would also pretty much destroy whatever credibility AI had left after Sanjaya. Melinda is easily the best and most consistent singer in the competition, and the likes of Chris or Phil outlasting her would be just too ridiculous for words.

That should be very cool if true. Love Annieà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s voice.

Man, you mean I now have to watch AI tonight to hear Annie L. Man I love that lady. It will be a hard decision for me to make tonight.

JJ, none of guys leaving will be a REAL shocker..

Melinda is easily the best and most consistent singer in the competition

Your opinion, not mine

Your opinion, not mine

True enough, JJ. Maybe best technical singer? She can be boring, but she’s never hit a bum note and is a singing teacher’s dream, IMO. In a “singing competition”, her ouster this early would be really bad. To me, that is.

It’s more than just a ‘singing competition’ though, personality and showmanship plays a large part.

LOL! Sanjaya left, and took viewers with him.

After all of the “buzz” about the Idol Gives Back extravaganza, last night’s show was DOWN in ratings compared to last week’s performance show. Preliminary estimates have last night’s show at 25.7 million (last week’s performance show (Top 7) had 25.9 million, and last year’s top 6 peformance show had 28.6 million).

And no, I didn’t watch either.

While not my favorite, I have to say that Melinda does sing on-key, every time.

LisaB………..isn’t it great that everyone can finally say that openly? Now to get AI to admit it!! It’s not all about the singing at all. :clap_tb:

My bad. Last week’s performance show had 26.5 million…not 25.9 million

Maybe best technical singer?

Maybe, but that is all she has IMO. I find her incredibly boring.

Ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s more than just a à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢singing competitionà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ though, personality and showmanship plays a large part.

Yeah, that is true, which is why I think Jordin just might beat her. But she’s too good to leave before blatantly shaky singers (other than a phenom like Sanjaya or even Jasmine Trias) or else AI’s even more of a farce than we know it already is.

Doesn’t matter that ratings are down from last week. They’ll still brag at the number of votes received. If it was 65 million at ten pacific, it will probably be the highest ever in the history of Idol. They will pimp that.

Yeah, that is true, which is why I think Jordin just might beat her. But sheà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s too good to leave before blatantly shaky singers (other than a phenom like Sanjaya or even Jasmine Trias) or else AIà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s even more of a farce than we know it already is.

See, I disagree. First, American Idol is a TV show. They want to bring in as many viewers as they can. Therefore, they would like to have interesting people. Melinda may be a good technical singer, but she dosen’t draw me in. This is one of the reasons Sanjaya was so popular, he was interesting, you tuned in to see what his hair was going to be like. Having someone like Melinda leave, is a shock value and it makes it more interesting. If she leaves, more people may tune in next week, just to see what would happen.

They can sign whomever they want to a recording contract, but the show needs the most interesting people.

I agree with JJ. Melinda leaving tonight would be brilliant TV.

Access Hollywood confirms that Madonna will be appearing tonight:

http://www.accesshollywood.com/news/ah5031.shtml

Nigel said in a radio interview this morning that she came on board yesterday.

Pink is no longer on the list of tonight’s performers (I’ve seen rumours that she will be appearing in May now)

The only AI contestants I would definitely pay to see in concert are Daughtry and Carrie (because my daughter LOVES her). I have seen both in concert and would pay to see them again as both shows were truly great. I might pay to see Ace and George Huff if they ever make it to Oklahoma. I seriously doubt I would pay to see anyone from this year’s crop.

I can’t wait to see Bono on AI tonight. I’ve paid mega $$$ to see U2 live in concert twice – and both times were AMAZING. I’ve also donated to ONE and am pleased that this organization is being mentioned on AI (I noticed some of the contestants were wearing ONE bracelets last night). Daughtry has been involved with ONE for several months now -Chris wears ONE t-shirts on stage and there have been ONE sign-up booths at his concerts. I’m also looking forward to Kelly’s performance with Jeff Beck and Annie Lennox’s performance.

JJ………..remember this from Simon? “What I like about you is, you’re interesting.” (to Taylor) He just never realized how far that would go.

I hoped that AI would bring back its five winners to sing tonight.

1) if they can ask THE COLOR PURPLE on Broadway to freeze what they do to allow a satellite transmission of Fantasia singing, maybe it’s possible.

2) Taylor Hicks will be at the Rialto Theater in Joliet, Illinois tonight (SOLD OUT again ). It’ll be a treat to go via satellite and “interrupt” Taylor’s concert for him to sing one song from stage and ask people to donate. Hey, if I were a concert-goer on that show, I wouldn’t mind at all … as long as they allow me to take videos

Hey, with communications technology, it’s possible.

Brilliant TV would be Blake or Jordin leaving. Given the pimping (the same Keane song Blake covered was in the background of the food bank piece, Jordin was highly praised for a rather questionable performance) they’ve received, that would be far more shocking IMO.

I also would bet that seeing Melinda live is a far more goosebump-inducing experience that what translates on TV.

Kellys performing up the mountain by patti griffin with jeff beck
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D_NuK75HV1A

They can sign whomever they want to a recording contract, but the show needs the most interesting people.

I do agree with that. Man, have they dropped the ball this year. All the people who could sing had little personality, and all the personalities had shaky voices. And the ones who seemed early on like they had both (Sligh and Sundance) choked big time. Sundance on voice, Sligh on personality. Sigh. What a year.

Pink is no longer on the list of tonightà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s performers (Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ve seen rumours that she will be appearing in May now)

Pink on the finale would be awesome. Though I’d also like to see her as a coach, since she is that rare current pop singer that can actually sing.

Pink is no longer on the list of tonightà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s performers (Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ve seen rumours that she will be appearing in May now)

One of my guilty pleasures:

I suggest everyone watch this performance:

http://youtube.com/watch?v=9eDJ3cuXKV4

http://youtube.com/watch?v=XkcPA8xQa4U

Stefunny; I also would bet that seeing Melinda live is a far more goosebump-inducing experience that what translates on TV.

That could be true. The people who attend the filmings always comment that Melinda gets a great reaction from the crowd (EW said she got the best crowd reaction from this week’s performance).

I like Melinda. She just needs some better song choices.

Melinda can sing anything. I can’t wait to see what kind of CD she makes!

This is from another forum:

Fremantle Media and Fox will announce the launch of American Idol TV (AITV), a 24-hour cable network featuring re-runs of past seasons, and exclusive interviews with current American Idol contestants.

Forget that. It was somebody’s supposition.

Scientists have discovered a planet, that is about 25 light years away, that appears to be habitable. I was just wondering when Metta is leaving.

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070425/ap_on_sc/habitable_planet

I just listened to Jordins performance last night, i didn’t find it sharp or shouty at all?

RCA Music Group Artists Rule the Top Ten

- Avril Lavigne Enters At Number One With The Best Damn Thing
- Daughtry Is Number Seven With Self-Titled Debut
- Carrie Underwood’s Some Hearts Is At Number Nine

Artists of the RCA Music Group dominate the chart this week with three of the country’s Top Ten best-selling albums.
Avril Lavigne leads the way with the Number One debut of her new RCA album The Best Damn Thing, which scored first-week sales of 286,000 units….

http://www.prnewswire.com/cgi-bin/stories.pl?ACCT=104&STORY=/www/story/04-25-2007/0004573837&EDATE=

‘The Best Damn Thing’ tops chart in debut

Avril Lavigne earned her second No. 1 on The Billboard 200 when her third album, “The Best Damn Thing,” debuted atop the chart tracking U.S. albums.
Lavigne’s first chart-topper was her 2004 release, “Under My Skin.”

Timbaland’s “Timbaland Presents Shock Value” fell from No. 5 to No. 10 to round out the top sellers.

http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Entertainment/2007/04/25/the_best_damn_thing_tops_chart_in_debut/

I don’t know how you can determine if a planet is habitable or not if it’s 25 light years away (or, as the article says, 120 trillion miles) maybe instead of looking at other planets to inhabit, we should concentrate on fixing our own.

This is very interesting article about Alanis Morissette’s parody of “My Humps” by the Black Eyed Peas.

http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/news/music/la-et-goldstein24apr24,1,4495906.story?coll=la-headlines-entnews&track=crosspromo

Even more interesting, you can watch the video here:

http://youtube.com/watch?v=tZw-8RSyvh8

MySpace, Mark Burnett Team on Political TV

Rather than the traditional reality show in which contestants are isolated from the real world, Mark Burnett’s new show, dubbed “Independent,” will have contestants live in the public eye, interacting with supporters, protesters, activists, and others. The winner of Independent will take home $1 million, which must be used for political purposes.

…”This show will potentially be a concern to some people in the political sphere that see it as lessening the political process,” said Jennifer Simpson, an analyst at Yankee Group.

Simpson said there is the possibility of what is commonly referred to as the “Sanjaya effect,” a phenomenon in crowd-based voting that occurs when voters choose a candidate on the basis of factors other than merits. Sanjaya Malakar was a contestant on American Idol 6. He was voted off recently but showed staying power despite other contestants who were seen as more talented…..

http://www.newsfactor.com/news/MySpace–Burnett-Team-on-Political-TV/story.xhtml?story_id=12100B4BS9PU

I donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t know how you can determine if a planet is habitable or not if ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s 25 light years away (or, as the article says, 120 trillion miles) maybe instead of looking at other planets to inhabit, we should concentrate on fixing our own.

Because they have determined that it may have water, it is about the same size as our own planet, plus I’m sure there are other attributes. We learn by exploring. As much as there are things in our own home that need fixing, not exploring and learning about other worlds will limit our knowledge base. Maybe, by learning about other worlds, we can find a way to fix what is wrong in our own.

Doesnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t matter that ratings are down from last week. Theyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ll still brag at the number of votes received. If it was 65 million at ten pacific, it will probably be the highest ever in the history of Idol. They will pimp that.

They doubled the phone lines and the voting time.

I would hope that people wouldn’t be surprised that last week’s votes would be…well…doubled, too.

I donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t know how you can determine if a planet is habitable or not if ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s 25 light years away (or, as the article says, 120 trillion miles) maybe instead of looking at other planets to inhabit, we should concentrate on fixing our own.

If we didn’t explore, the US wouldn’t be populated with a cornucopia of people

Gizmo——-Hey Lisa B in the chat room if intersted for a bit.

Just send meto the planet.

I donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t know how you can determine if a planet is habitable or not if ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s 25 light years away (or, as the article says, 120 trillion miles) maybe instead of looking at other planets to inhabit, we should concentrate on fixing our own.

If we didnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t explore, the US wouldnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t be populated with a cornucopia of people

I was a bit off in my original calculations:

1 light year = 5,879,000,000,000

120 trillion/ 1 light year = 20.4116

If we didn’t explore:

A child would never find out that it burns to touch fire

I would never have found out that deer eat tulips

We would not be able to do heart transplants

I would not know that my husband would enjoy a Taylor Hicks concert

Cancer would still be a definate death sentence

I would not have the right to vote

etc, etc, etc,

CarieB – Thanks so much for the Alanis links. That video made my day!

i’m all up for exploring. But theres so much talk about making mars habitable that it makes me wonder if they’re not doing it so once we use up planet Earth we all just pick up and move on to the next planet. What is wrong with our planet is greed. Looking at other planets isn’t going to fix that. I mean I find it interesting that they’re finding new planets that share similar attributes with planet Earth, but when the first comment they make about it is that it’s habitable leaves a bad taste in my mouth. It’s almost like seeing a nice patch of grass and someone going “oh i can build my house there!”

From BB:

Covington’s debut is the biggest on Top Country Albums by a new male artist since Billy Ray Cyrus’ “Some Gave All” started with 90,000 in 1992.

Now, THAT, made my day!!!!
GEAUX, BUCKY!

So Kat Mcphee and Carrie Underwood make the PEOPLE’s MAGAZINE most beautiful people list for 2007

Here are the rest on the list :

Scarlett Johannson
Halle Berry
Jennifer Aniston
Patrick Dempsy
Matthew McConaughey

( Tom Cruise isn’t there anymore ).

Looking at other planets isnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t going to fix that.

How do you know that? How do you know that scientists can’t study another similar planet and determine how to patch the ozone layer, or reverse global warming. Or maybe they can determine how to use our natural resources more wisely. There is so much to learn. The human race has made mistakes, but we can try to make this a better place, part of that is having an open mind and looking at new things as a place to learn.

If Melinda leaves, so do I probably. I might watch for Phil, but for Melinda to leave this early would be a tragedy.

Last Tuesday’s idol was the lowest of the season until last night’s idol. They seem to be down about 10% overall. I wonder if people will watch the whole two hours tonight or just tune in at the end for the boot. Next week we’ll see the full “Sanjaya effect.” Let’s see if Dialidol gets it right again and Chris R gets the boot.

jpfan, I would think more people will tune in tonight for the star-studded extravaganza and then tune out for the boot.

http://www.tmz.com/

While it’s rumored that she was rehearsing with an African children’s choir for an “American Idol” appearance with Josh Groban, TMZ contacted a FOX rep who denied that Kat will be on tonight’s show. We’ll see!

Sadly, America has voted on Kat’s new single, and they’re “Over It.”

The judges would have a cow if Melinda got the boot. It would make good tv though to have Chris/Melinda as the bottom pair.

For me…Lakisha or Chris could go. Either one.

Jordan would be a great shocker boot. But that ain’t happenin’.

RE: Pink. I think I read something a while back that she was on Howard Stern and bad-mouthed AI. Perhaps that is why she is not appearing? Pure speculation. I haven’t had time to research this.

Re: last night’s performance, just ’cause I have an opinion. I really didn’t like Melinda up until last week. I really enjoyed last week’s performance and this week’s. She was looking young and actually pretty. Jordin, who I loved when she did Tracey C and earlier, I was not digging. Her voice cracked, and she screamed the ending. She was a bit too much for my ears to take, although her performance skills are mighty. Didn’t like Blake. I think he would work best in a band, not a solo act. I just don’t see the personality, at least not lately. I liked him best early on, when he sang Jimeriquo (sp), but that song yesterday and the one last week kind of made me want to go and fold some socks.

62 ELLIOTT YAMIN 10,450 -9%
total 163,537

108 KATHARINE MCPHEE 6,971 -6%
total 305,478

118 KELLIE PICKLER SMALL TOWN GIRL 6,520 4%
total 505,467

166 FANTASIA 4,895 6%
total 351,115

Numbers for the idols who weren’t in top 50 on Billboard.

it makes me wonder if theyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢re not doing it so once we use up planet Earth we all just pick up and move on to the next planet.

“I saw…his thoughts. I saw what they’re planning to do. They’re like locusts. They’re moving from planet to planet. And after they’ve consumed every natural resource, they move on…and we’re next.”

à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“I sawà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦his thoughts. I saw what theyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢re planning to do. Theyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢re like locusts. Theyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢re moving from planet to planet. And after theyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ve consumed every natural resource, they move onà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦and weà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢re next.à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ 

Hmmm, War of the Worlds or Independence Day?

Malakar’s American-born mother, Jillian Blyth, was busted in Pierce County, Wash., in February 2005 after neighbors reported smelling marijuana and noticed a large vent on the garage roof, according to court records obtained exclusively by The
Enquirer.

hahahahahaha

Independence Day.

Independence Day.

Hmmmm, Jeff Goldblum, from the neck down.

If she continues to sell at this rate, Kat should be gold in 6 to 7 months. Although according to her fans, she already went gold?? I’d love to know how much RCA actually spent on her album including all the $ for promo, etc.

Hahaha. And all of Bill Pullman for me.

Malakarà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s American-born mother, Jillian Blyth, was busted in Pierce County, Wash., in February 2005 after neighbors reported smelling marijuana and noticed a large vent on the garage roof, according to court records obtained exclusively by The
Enquirer.

Aww. Sanjaya does make a lot more sense as the child of hippies. LMAO!

Is it wrong that this makes me like Sanjaya’s mom a whole lot more?

tinawina
Apr 25th, 2007 at 3:49 pm
Malakarà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s American-born mother, Jillian Blyth, was busted in Pierce County, Wash., in February 2005 after neighbors reported smelling marijuana and noticed a large vent on the garage roof, according to court records obtained exclusively by The
Enquirer.

Is it wrong that this makes me like Sanjayaà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s mom a whole lot more?

Now I understand why the Sanjaya is LOVE comments. LOLOL

jpfan
Apr 25th, 2007 at 3:46 pm
If she continues to sell at this rate, Kat should be gold in 6 to 7 months. Although according to her fans, she already went gold??

Gold is based on shipments, not sales. There has been one mention I know of in a magazine saying it has gone gold, no official announcement though so they may be mistaken. If she hasn’t gone gold yet though, I would expect it within the next month or two.

‘Idol’ contender’s father talks of local ties

“American Idol” fans may have questionable musical tastes, but that doesn’t prevent the vocal majority from offering up harsh critiques on message boards and personal blogs. This phenomenon is something former Daytonian Gary Stacey knows all too well. His son, Phil, a top six finalist this season on the popular television program, has been the recipient of some hateful remarks, everything from “horrible” and “untalented” to “Nosferatu” or “Shine” because of his shaved head.

The elder Stacey, the pastor at Hendersonville Church of God in Hendersonville, Tenn., took time earlier this week to defend his son, discuss the juggernaut that is “American Idol” and reveal his family’s area ties…

http://www.western-star.com/n/content/oh/story/news/local/2007/04/25/hjn042607philstacey.html

How do you know that? How do you know that scientists canà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t study another similar planet and determine how to patch the ozone layer, or reverse global warming. Or maybe they can determine how to use our natural resources more wisely. There is so much to learn. The human race has made mistakes, but we can try to make this a better place, part of that is having an open mind and looking at new things as a place to learn.

They’ve already reduced the size of the hole in the ozone layer by decreasing the use of CFCs. They already have plenty of ways to reduce the effects of global warming, and to slow the use of natural resources but they choose not to. I think that might be changing as consumer demand increases for green products, the demand will out weight the cost of the product to be gin with. I don’t think looking at a planet 120 trillion miles away that may or may not be similar to where we live today is going to help us understand our planet any better.

Not to argue but why would retailers buy 200K more units of a CD that’s in the 100s on the Billboard charts.

Sales number for Idols not in the top 200 (from Ken Barnes):

Taylor: 2000 Total: 671,000 (2000 last week)
Ruben: 1200 Total: 222,000 (1100 last week)
Clay: 600 Total: 509,000 (600 last week)

Albums older than 2 years:
Kelly: 4,900 Total: 5.70 (4,100 last week)

Some extra Download numbers (SS numbers for top 50 posted earlier)
184 Elliott: Wait for You : 5,700
187 Kelly: Since U Been Gone: 5,600

Not to argue but why would retailers buy 200K more units of a CD thatà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s in the 100s on the Billboard charts.

You don’t buy 200k yourself, if each store gets say..20 or so cds that still adds up. It’s not all going to one store. I always though Katharine would be a single seller, as in selling when her singles are released, and doing well with her single sales. Not a flash in the pan type of sales.

Covingtonà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s debut is the biggest on Top Country Albums by a new male artist since Billy Ray Cyrusà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Some Gave Allà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  started with 90,000 in 1992.

That’s hard to believe..

Sadly, America has voted on Katà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s new single, and theyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢re à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Over It.à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ 

And, that’s all shades of wrong..

Not a flash in the pan type of sales.

So someone who sells when their single is out–in other words, someone who is popular only when radio tells its audience that they are popular–is not considered a “flash in the pan” seller?

So someone who sells when their single is outà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’in other words, someone who is popular only when radio tells its audience that they are popularà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’is not considered a à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“flash in the panà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  seller?

No. You’re getting sales from radio, which means people like what they hear so they buy it. Kelly Clarkson didn’t have “awesome” first week sales, but because of the popularity of her singles she was able to sustain sales. See what i mean jellybean?

Sadly, America has voted on Katà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s new single, and theyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢re à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Over It.à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ 

Her single has been out since January, hardly new. I think the pictures of her leaving a studio wearing open toe shoes are a sign that they are thinking about releasing a new single shortly.

The kids like what they hear because it’s all they are hearing. They are hearing what they are being allowed to hear.

I do understand what you mean, but I think there’s a difference between someone who has steady sales that get a boost when a new single comes out, and someone who falls off the charts completely and experiences a resurgence when a single gets some radio spin. One person probably has some legs; the other is probably a fad whose time will be up when the trends change. To me, the only type of an artist who is definitively NOT a “flash in the pan” is the type of artist who can sell well and steadily, for years, regardless of the popularity of their genre.

It’s way too early to tell which kind of artist Kat will be yet.

No. Youà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢re getting sales from radio, which means people like what they hear so they buy it.

If that’s the case then why isn’t it reflecting in her cd sales . Almost everytime I walk into a clothing store Kiss FM is playing her song…

sexy, would that be the clothing store that sells long, slinky, yellow gowns with a slit up to the navel?

If thatà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s the case then why isnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t it reflecting in her cd sales . Almost everytime I walk into a clothing store Kiss FM is playing her songà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦

It’s her first single, and not that strong of a song IMO, the single has already sold more than the cd lol

Booting someone tonight while trying to raise money seems harsh to me…

Me too, but postponing a week and doing 2 at once seems awkward and unlikely as well. I would hope that tonight they leave the contestant business for the very end, and not drag it out or mix it up with the fundraising and related performances.

I am fascinated by the numerous, blatant attempts to mold and coach Phil Stacey — on air — into the marketable genre AI seems to need and want to fill for this season. It’s amusing that he still appears to be behind the curve on it all, especially in light of his background. Drop the wanna be A/C crooner stuff Phil. Put on your boots and hop in the truck.

LisaB is smart and hot.

sexy, would that be the clothing store that sells long, slinky, yellow gowns with a slit up to the navel?

That dress was actually vintage, so i doubt you’d find it a lot in todays clothing stores

It’s all about the money, Fred. Did you see the looks on their faces when they realized Phil could sing country? That’s the only genre Idol is lacking…male country artist.

I love Phil. You can bet they will sign him for Nashville.

sexygirl
Apr 25th, 2007 at 4:28 pm

If thatà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s the case then why isnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t it reflecting in her cd sales . Almost everytime I walk into a clothing store Kiss FM is playing her songà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦

One reason may be that people tend to just buy the digital track these days. Especially if it is the only song they have heard so far by that person. Kat has sold over 340k of Over It. It was still the #30 song for digital sales this week even though radio play is starting to taper off for it (it was as high as 18 3-4 weeks ago I believe). Hopefully if the next single or two are successful it will translate more into CD sales. If people have heard more than one song they like, maybe they will be more willing to pick up the whole thing. Only time will tell though.

rad, you can find anything today, if you pay enough.

While Kat’s single did okay, her CD sales must be a disappointment. A lot of expensive producers were paid for an album that should have sold better than Kellie Pickler’s and hasn’t. Let’s see what a second single does.

And all of Bill Pullman for me.

Bill Pullman in While You Were Sleeping was a great leading man. One of my fave romantic comedies. Where oh where did Sandra Bullocks career go?

Ricky’s spoilers are out ahead of time this week.

http://www.myspace.com/reekzonfiah

That dress was actually vintage, so i doubt youà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢d find it a lot in todays clothing stores

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Oh, I see…One of her mother’s dresses from her earlier Cabaret perfomances.

PJ – I was just about to post Ricky’s spoilers but you beat me to it. So who will be sent home? Chris R. or Lakisha? Interesting. Honestly, I’m ready for both of them to go.

Carla, he kind of gave himself an out, didn’t he? Of course, if someone ELSE goes home then his credibilty is shot.

I say Lakiki goes…….in order to give the cute boy 1 more week.
But what the heck do I know…….Also -Melinda is tired of helping Lakiki make her song choices…..lol

PJ – I was just about to post Rickyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s spoilers but you beat me to it. So who will be sent home? Chris R. or Lakisha? Interesting. Honestly, Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m ready for both of them to go.

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I’m still thinking no one is going home this week.

I say send 2 home TONIGHT.

Someone posted this at IDF and said it came from Fox. I’m assuming that means that someone is going home if it’s true.

à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Tonight the Top 5 finalists will perform rock songs LIVE for the nation, vying for the AMERICAN IDOL crown. Legendary rock band Bon Jovi mentors the contestants before they sing their hearts out in hopes of winning Americaà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s vote and surviving another week in the competition. Tune in to see who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure when à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“5 Finalists Competeà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  Tuesday, May 1 (8:00-9:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed) on FOX. (ID-630) (TV-PG)à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ 

I say send 2 home TONIGHT.
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Lets just make it three..

There ya go, em! Let’s get this crapola of a season over with.

If noone goes home people will be angry because they will feel like they were scammed into voting extra hard and it will screw up the date for the finale – unless of course we had a 3 way finale.

I hope Ricky is wrong – I am not ready for Chris to go yet even though it is just a matter of time.

They better send somebody home after getting a trillion votes. Wow, we get to hear Melinda, Jordin and Phil rock on next week. Yes that’ll be awesome. Poor Bon Jovi.

Send them all home and give me my Tuesday and Wednesday nights back. :mad_tb:

What if Phil doesn’t want to be a country singer?

A couple of trivial comments from me.

First off – I went to college with Bill Pullman. The funniest thing ever is that there was a huge percentage of girls over guys at my school. Any really hot, goodlooking guy didn’t go unnoticed. Tell me why, oh why, did I never notice Bill Pullman on campus???????????? And believe me, I looked over every guy. Where was he hiding?

Every day they are playing Kat’s song on the local station that comes in to my office. I want to vomit whenever I hear it. This is a woman with a powerful, beautiful voice – and they give her this bubblegum garbage to “sing.” I thought it was Hillary Duff the first few times until they said “McPhee.” UGH.

What if Phil doesnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t want to be a country singer?
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Can’t remember exactly what he said, but thought he agreed with Randy that he wanted to be a country singer

Phil said country is his genre.

Canà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t remember what he said, but thought he agreed with Randy that he wanted to be a country singer

I remember that, but thought he was just going along with what they were prescribing for him–as opposed to it being his true passion. Otherwise, why wouldn’t he have entered the competition as a country singer?

He’s in a tough spot. If they sign him, he’ll have to go country. What if he’s okay with that initially, but then tires of it? How hard is it to switch genres–if they would even let him?

Linny, ha! I’ve always really liked him as an actor and thought he was a great leading man in While You Were Sleeping. Guess I’ve always gone for the ruggedly handsome types instead of the little girly boys

Phil has a nice voice but I see him as a successful Christian singer. I don’t think he has the personality/image to make it in country. He doesn’t seem “cowboy” enough. He’d also do great on Broadway (seriously)

Melinda has to pull out her inner Tina, and then some. I’ve no doubt she can, if she chooses to. C’mon baby, do it for Fred.

Hey DAVE, pull out your old copy of “Private Dancer” and paste Mindy’s face on there….eh?

Send ‘em all home, for all I care. Murdock needs to crown Phil and show the military rallying around him. He’s a shoe-in for top 3.

I think Sligh said something on his blog about Phil wanting to do a specific kind of country…whatever that means, before country week.

Do you guys think Country Phil is more marketable than Disney Jordin?

I find it amazing that Ricky’s spoilers are identical to
the spoiler guy on Dial Idol. The spoiler guy on DI released
his spoiler in the middle of the night. LOL

Metta, I do. There are big bucks to be made in country music and it sells for years…not just what is “hot” today.

jpfan
Apr 25th, 2007 at 5:15 pm
Phil has a nice voice but I see him as a successful Christian singer. I donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t think he has the personality/image to make it in country. He doesnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t seem à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“cowboyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  enough. Heà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢d also do great on Broadway (seriously)

And you see Keith Urban (from Australia) as “cowboy” enough? LOL

I think country as a genre is more marketable, for a longer period of time than Disney. However, I don’t think they’ll push Jordin to Disney-esque stuff. She’ll be the next pop stah!!!. Plus, even though country is a “better” genre, I don’t know that country Phil is the right fit. They should have kept Matt Buckstien around if they wanted a male country singer.

Do you guys think Country Phil is more marketable than Disney Jordin?

Well, he did a Garth Brooks song last night, but didn’t sound very country to me..Now I did like his rendition of Where the Black Top Ends, so who knows..Personally, I don’t see him as being a country singer..

I don’t know about Jordin..I liked her when she sang Give Me One Reason, and I also liked…I Who Have Nothing..Her other choices were just so so for me.. So I do not think her strength lies in Disney.. Does that make sense?

Sanj will go the Disney route.

They should have kept Matt Buckstien around if they wanted a male country singer.
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I don’t remember Matt Buckstein? Did he make it to the TOP 24, or was he sent home after the Hollywood rounds?

If they know that country is such a lucrative genre, why didn’t they put Matt Buckstein–or at least one other country singer–through?

While Katà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s single did okay, her CD sales must be a disappointment. A lot of expensive producers were paid for an album that should have sold better than Kellie Picklerà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s and hasnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t. Letà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s see what a second single does.

Does anyone have any proof that her producers were expensive? How much did each song cost?
As for Rickys “spoilers”, they obviously have to make goodbye packages for everyone. And have everyone one of them have the recent song sung, I remember Ricky saying last year that Kats goodbye was running top 6 week.

If they know that country is such a lucrative genre, why didnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t they put Matt Bucksteinà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’or at least one other country singerà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’through?

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I don’t think they wanted a country singer.. They had one already..

I had Lakisha, Phil and Chris in my bottom three in the Idol scorecard that I post every week in my cubicle. The consensus at my office (a large NY advertising agency) is that Lakisha is going home. I was thinking I made a mistake putting Phil in the bottom three but now seeing Ricky’s spoiler, I may be right.

I just don’t see Phil having a future in country music. His fatal flaw is a complete lack of personality. Yes, he twanged it up last week and he can do the big country power ballad, but his singing for me is completely white bread.

if Jordin makes it to next week, i hope she does a heart song.

I donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t think they wanted a country singer.. They had one already..

Oh yeah, Carrie. Well, here’s the tally:

Kelly = Pop
Ruben = R&B
Fantasia = R&B
Carrie = Country
Taylor = Defies categorization

What do they need now?

rad said:

if Jordin makes it to next week

:lol_tb:

What’s the theme next week?

I believe it is Rock. Bon Jovi mentors.

Thanks Jersey Gotta go get dinner ready. Back later.

rad said:
if Jordin makes it to next week

Hey now, i gotta keep all my options open! You never know with this show

Oh yeah, Carrie. Well, hereà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s the tally:

Kelly = Pop
Ruben = R&B
Fantasia = R&B
Carrie = Country
Taylor = Defies categorization

What do they need now?
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Rocker.. ooops.. forgot they already have one
Rapper
Hip Hop
Traditional
New Age-Christian

Kelly = Pop
Ruben = R&B
Fantasia = R&B
Carrie = Country
Taylor = Defies categorization

What do they need now?

A male pop artist and a male country artist.

BWAHAHAHAhahah…..fromt he new PEOPLE mag…

I got teased in school because people figured I must be gay because I understand women. I think that’s why guys didn’t like me – because I got along with girls so well… But I was the straight guy that understood them…

Of COURSE you know who said it. Oh man, I can hardly breath.

Now that I look at what I said…

They already have a male pop artist.
Only a male country artist is needed.

Kelly = Pop
Ruben = R&B
Fantasia = R&B
Carrie = Country
Taylor = Defies categorization

What do they need now?

A male pop artist and a male country artist.

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I see NOW… I was thinking of other genres of music.

RightSaidFred
Apr 25th, 2007 at 6:06 pm
BWAHAHAHAhahahà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦..fromt he new PEOPLE magà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦

Of COURSE you know who said it. Oh man, I can hardly breath.

Let me guess! Sanjaya said this? LOL
Come out, come out, Sanj.

I have no words for the quote, if it is indeed Sanjaya. Wow dude. You and Ryan Seacrest need to have a nice looonggg talk if you’re going to go that route, Stud. Ha!

Idol’ fundraiser hits a new season low

Averages 9.6 in 18-49s, off 6 percent from last week

The reality singing show fell to its lowest Tuesday rating of the season last night, a 9.6 Nielsen overnight among adults 18-49, as the contestants and a huge array of celebrity guests appealed to viewers to pledge money for numerous American and African charities.

http://www.medialifemagazine.com/artman/publish/article_11674.asp

“Lowest Tuesday rating of the season”? Wow! That was unexpected!

I know – rut roh about the ratings.

the reality singing show fell to its lowest Tuesday rating of the season last night, a 9.6 Nielsen overnight among adults 18-49, as the contestants and a huge array of celebrity guests appealed to viewers to pledge money for numerous American and African charities.

Although the “huge array of celebrity guests” appealing to viewers weren’t on last night’s show. Don’t these writers ever do their homework, or at least watch the show?

That dress was actually vintage, so i doubt youà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢d find it a lot in todays clothing stores

à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’ Ãƒ ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’ Ãƒ ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’ Ãƒ ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’ Ãƒ ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’ Ãƒ ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’ Ãƒ ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’ Ãƒ ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’ Ãƒ ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’ Ãƒ ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’ Ãƒ ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’ Ãƒ ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’ Ãƒ ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’ 
Oh, I seeà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦One of her motherà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s dresses from her earlier Cabaret perfomances.

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maybe because it was so old is why it exploded while she was singing. You know, the seams were old;)

What do they need now?

A cross dressing Bulgarian pop star!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYfZoxH8Rfk

Actually they went to the tailors and wanted him to put something in it so that it would close up, he just put in a clasp and it popped open. Here’s Kat’s message to her fans telling us about what she was going to wear that night

To my lovely fans:
I hope you all enjoy this week’s performance. I’m wearing a really cool vintage dress that I hope you all like. But that’s beside the point. Once again, you have moved me forward to another week. It just blows my mind that you all invest so much time to me. I want you to all know that although I never get to see your faces, I can feel the energy of love and support . I think of you before I sing and it gives me strength. So now I send it back to you all as a THANK YOU for everything……… For the opportunity to do what I’m doing, because without you all I wouldn’t have had the chance . Thank you for believing in me. You have helped me believe in myself.

Love you all,

Kat

Hey DAVE, pull out your old copy of à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Private Dancerà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  and paste Mindyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s face on thereà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦.eh?

You know it RSF. Melinda is HOT.
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Its funny last year(hope saying “last year” won’t get me banned :cheese1_ee:) I was so critical of everyone’s performance and wanted any and everyone voted off but my favorite idol. This year, I could give two chits who wins that I almost want it declared a 6 way tie.

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Last night Randy’s comments seemed so scripted. He didn’t even seem to believe some of the stuff he was saying. Just my opinion of course.

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Tonight holds ZERO interest for me. DVR will be my friend. I think if Chris is voted of Melinda will be the most heartbroken. I sense a real somethin somethin between them two. But I don’t deal in rumor and innuendo.
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I still miss Sundance and I think he would have been great for the show this year. His personality was beginning to shine and poof he was gone.

maybe because it was so old is why it exploded while she was singing. You know, the seams were old;)
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I’ve heard about this incident so so many times.. I did watch that night and remember the dress, but I never saw the incident occur.

Is there a video out there anywhere that shows the malfunction that night? I would love to see it, not to snark on ***. but just to see what everyone has been talking about for over a year now..

A vintage replica that you can purchase at any high-end dress shoppe if you have enough money.

Sadly, America has voted on Katà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s new single, and theyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢re à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Over It.à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ 

Not this American, I wonder where whoever wrote this article got this information, because her single has done really, really, well.

And Congrats to Kat for being in the Most Beautiful People magazine, I can’t say I’m surprised.

Way to Go Kat!!! Sing/Model/Pose/Look at your flaws in a big mirror, I know I’ve done that a zillion times.

340k on her single, 305k on her album, I am one very PROUD Kat fan. :smile2_ee:

JulieR…..I hear strains of Powters Bad Day in the distance. LOL

madaboutu Apr 25th, 2007 at 7:32 pm
JulieRà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦..I hear strains of Powters Bad Day in the distance. LOL

:lol_tb:

Here’s the MTV video of them covering Blake’s hometown support.

http://www.mtv.com/overdrive/?id=1557986&vid=145596

HOT Dave, you don’t want to be a Blaker Boy?? :razz_wp:

Yes Kat is doing wonderful. Lots of downloads of her single and over 300K on her CD. I wonder how Kat’s CD is doing compared to other second place finishers at this point. What is it week 12 or week 13 of her release? Maybe Nevada or Kirsten have those numbers. I hope she is stacked well in comparison.

HOT Dave, you donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t want to be a Blaker Boy?? :razz_wp:

LMAO PJ. Thats all I can say. :grrr_ee:
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I also want to add that I went to the DL section at AI.com. There are a couple MP3s of Stephanie Edwards and She sounds great. I’m telling you America got it all wrong this year. She sounds very current and HOT.

If they had the DLs last year I would’ve spent untold amounts of .99s.

Simon on ET said he’s betting on a melinda/jordin finale right now. I can’t wait for the show tonight! I just love watching/listening to music. Plus i love Ellen. (and hopefully we’ll see Chris leave, and that will just make my night better)

emeralgem:

here is a youtube of that infamous scene in the yellow dress. the snap pops around 1:45. i think she had asked for a hook-and-eye and they put on a snap by mistake…

http://youtube.com/watch?v=3JRUK0PuRwA

I hope she is stacked well in comparison.

Season 1: Justin
Season 2: Clay
Season 3: Diana
Season 4: Bo
Season 5: ***

***, with her tatas, finally comes in first place in something….she is better stacked than the other second place contestants.

If they had the DLs last year I wouldà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ve spent untold amounts of .99s.

You and me both.

The drop in ratings doesn’t surprise me at all. I’m really interested in seeing what tonight’s show pulls in…

Is it sad that for me, the highlight of tonight’s show will be seeing Hugh Grant “sing?” What contestants?

Go Team Indifference!

Hereà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s the MTV video of them covering Blakeà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s hometown support.

http://www.mtv.com/overdrive/?id=1557986&vid=145596

pj, that MTV report about Blake was great!! I love that they included footage of him performing his original music.

The random stoner dude was funny. :lol_tb:

Sing/Model/Pose/Look at your flaws in a big mirror, I know Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ve done that a zillion times.

OMG Kat’s JUST! LIKE! ME!

Barf.

So I’ve decided that I’m not turning on Idol Is a Bloated Sow…excuse me, Idol Gives Back until about 9:15, so I can FF through all the boring parts. Eh, what’s one more viewing of Superman Returns in the meantime? I’m on a hot guys kick. Mmm…Brandon Routh.

I hope Chris stays tonite and Lakisha goes. I have Melinda and Jordin for the girl powerhouses. I want to have one more week of CHRIS!

Keep this shit up, and I’m closing the thread.

Eh, enough Kat ranting. Back to watching Superman. Again. Mmm…tights.

dave
Apr 25th, 2007 at 7:40 pm
Yes Kat is doing wonderful. Lots of downloads of her single and over 300K on her CD. I wonder how Katà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s CD is doing compared to other second place finishers at this point. What is it week 12 or week 13 of her release? Maybe Nevada or Kirsten have those numbers. I hope she is stacked well in comparison.

Here are the SoundScan sales numbers for various Idols’ debut albums at the 12-week mark:

Clay: 2,153,709
Carrie: 2,015,930
Chris: 1,525,628
Ruben: 1,481,294
Kelly: 1,221,654
Fantasia: 981,651
Taylor: 647,519
Kellie: 386,509
Katharine: 305,478

Here are the SoundScan sales numbers for various Idolsà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ debut albums at the 12-week mark:

I believe he was asking about sales in the 12th week of idol runner-ups, not winners.

I can’t seem to edit, I realize they aren’t all winners listed there, but that’s what Dave was asking about, 2nd place finishers and their #’s after 12 weeks.

dave
Apr 25th, 2007 at 7:50 pm
I also want to add that I went to the DL section at AI.com. There are a couple MP3s of Stephanie Edwards and She sounds great. Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m telling you America got it all wrong this year. She sounds very current and HOT.

If they had the DLs last year I wouldà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ve spent untold amounts of .99s.

Um, dave? They did have downloads for sale on the scary board for AI5, both audio and video of the performances. I bought 18 audio tracks and 8 videos, and spent a total of $35.73.

So far, I’ve bought 12 audios and 2 videos for AI6.

Here are the SoundScan sales numbers for various Idolsà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ debut albums at the 12-week mark:

Clay: 2,153,709
Carrie: 2,015,930
Chris: 1,525,628
Ruben: 1,481,294
Kelly: 1,221,654
Fantasia: 981,651
Taylor: 647,519
Kellie: 386,509
Katharine: 305,478

Ok again Nevada thanks for all this info, but can we have the sales#’s of the idol runner ups, not just random idols.

Thanks I would really appreciate it.

Nanny Mcphee
Apr 25th, 2007 at 8:55 pm
I believe he was asking about sales in the 12th week of idol runner-ups, not winners.

Justin Guarini’s numbers are nearly impossible to come by, but his first week’s sales were reportedly 57k and at last report, the album had sold a total of 142,462 copies. Did he sell that in 12 weeks? No one knows.

Clay’s numbers at the 12-week mark were 2,153,709.

Diana DeGarmo’s numbers are also difficult to locate, but her first week’s sales were 47k and at the 8 week mark, Billboard reported her sales at 125,000. At last report — on May 16, 2006 — the album had sold 164,000 copies.

Bo Bice’s sales at the 12-week mark were 553,267 according to SoundScan.

SO:

Clay: 2,153,709
Bo: 553,267
Katharine: 305,478
Diana: between 125,000 & 164,000
Justin: between 57,000 & 142,462

Ok again Nevada thanks for all this info, but can we have the sales#à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s of the idol runner ups, not just random idols.

Thanks I would really appreciate it.

And for the record, they aren’t “random idols.” They are Idols who have managed to hang in on the sales charts long enough to have sales totals for 12 weeks.

I’m not a short order cook…

Clay: 2,153,709
Bo: 553,267
Katharine: 305,478
Diana: between 125,000 & 164,000
Justin: between 57,000 & 142,462

Thank you Nevada, this is more like it, so Kat is third when it comes to 2nd place finishers, that’s all I wanted to know. : )

And for the record, they arenà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“random idols.à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  They are Idols who have managed to hang in on the sales charts long enough to have sales totals for 12 weeks.

Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m not a short order cookà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦

Sorry, I didn’t mean to offend you, it’s just that Dave was asking about second place finishers so he could see where Kat placed, at least that’s what I got out of his post.

Again I apologize.

Vacuous, vacant, vapid**

Today’s *** post brought to you by the letter V.

Kat is third for 2nd place finishers and 5th for all non winners so far as Chris and Kellie Pickler have sold more CDs. Let’s see how Bucky and Elliott fare by the time they hit week 12 also. The only idol non winners she’s done better then are Justin and Diana.

Gee, maybe *** will move up a list and come in first place if the criteria for numbers is something like “what are the sales for all second place AI contestants whose initials are KM?

Just dropping by to express how much I so enjoy the fresh and new discussion about which idol did what to whom and how much better they are than your idol and what happened on some show last year.

*twitch*

CAT:

Just dropping by to express how much I so enjoy the fresh and new discussion about which idol did what to whom and how much better they are than your idol and what happened on some show last year.

*twitch*

BAWHAAA!!

CAT:

Just dropping by to express how much I so enjoy the fresh and new discussion about which idol did what to whom and how much better they are than your idol and what happened on some show last year.

*twitch*

BAWHAAA!!

On to current events:

Idol is SO getting an emmy this year.

Congrats on Idol, they showed a touch of class tonight, although i was upset what they did to my girl Jordin

Well, they had to give the illusion of “SHOCKER ELIMINATION” for a the last few seconds. In order to do that, they’d have to pair up Chris with either Melinda or Jordin, especially since Simon has now predicted those two to be in the finale.

Wow…so no one got eliminated?

I’d hate to be a person that text messaged. Basically, Cingular just got some free money.

They’re combining the votes from this week and next week. As the wise Lisa B correctly predicted.

A wet fart in a hot car would be better than the mess called Idol Gives Back. Blech.

Oh yeah, I remember the last time they combined votes Caldwell and Trenyce were incredibly bad for two weeks and they sent home lovely voiced Rickey.

Oh yeah, that’s incredibly fair…except not.

And just when I thought they couldn’t find any additional way to pimp Jordin they come up with this one and her little sad tears. Bleach…

I have to admit, Jordin is starting to bug me a teeny, tiny bit. Who knew?

And just when I thought they couldnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t find any additional way to pimp Jordin they come up with this one and her little sad tears. Bleachà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦

I know… Coud they be more obvious??
Golly! I hate those damn TPTB!

Chri R should have packed his bags by now, I am now thinking they want to savotage Blake by keeping Chris R in.
I hope it doesn’t works! I hate this manipulation.
Yes producers we already know Jordin is the next AI and TCO.
We get it OK?

emeralgem:

here is a youtube of that infamous scene in the yellow dress. the snap pops around 1:45. i think she had asked for a hook-and-eye and they put on a snap by mistakeà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦

http://youtube.com/watch?v=3JRUK0PuRwA

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AJ, thank you, I appreciate you posting it for me to finally see what everyone has been talking about for what seems like ages..

Brand spanking new Sligh blog:

New Song lyric

http://frommymindtoyoureyes.blogspot.com/

I have to admit, Jordin is starting to bug me a teeny, tiny bit. Who knew?

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I have to admit she’s bugging me more than a teeny, tiny bit

My thinking turned our right though, No one went home tonight..

Nanny Mcphee
Apr 25th, 2007 at 9:17 pm
Clay: 2,153,709
Bo: 553,267
Katharine: 305,478
Diana: between 125,000 & 164,000
Justin: between 57,000 & 142,462

Thank you Nevada, this is more like it, so Kat is third when it comes to 2nd place finishers, thatà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s all I wanted to know. : )

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I’m amazed that Kellie is outselling Kat. Seems like poetic justice for the snarky remark she made about her bff. Kellie sure was a good sport to not hold that against her. I have a whole new appreciation for Kellie’s post idol career. She seemed scripted on the show, but off the show, she is hilarious.

Taylor Hicks Has One-On-One With ClickOnDetroit.Com

Christina: We know that you are artistic, but do you have talents that we don’t know about?
Taylor: No, everything is all in the open.

Christina: If your singing career didn’t work out, what other goals do you have for yourself?
Taylor: I would finish my 30 hours in Journalism.

More at link:

http://www.clickondetroit.com/community/13111830/detail.html?rss=det&psp=news

pj, that MTV report about Blake was great!! I love that they included footage of him performing his original music.

The random stoner dude was funny.

Original clips on MTV right now are golden.

I just downloaded Imagine and it is also golden. Best song choice of the night, IMO. It also fits my **** (not kat) Loving Blake.

Even brand-spanking-newer blog from Sligh…..about his friendships made on the show. He talks about Phil, Gina, Blake and Chris R

http://frommymindtoyoureyes.blogspot.com/

Thanks Steve.

From the undertones it seems to me he fell out with all of them at some point. He also would really love to work with/ write with everyone and it’s dog.

Sligh needs to realise you cannot please all of the people all of the time.