Top 24 CONFIRMED: Ryan announced at the end of the show, “We get down to your Top 24”.
I AM OFFICIALLY EXCITED! Nigel should pat himself on the back. The Hollywood rounds so far have been fantastic. Tonight he really delivered. It was non-stop singing for the entire hour, and in that time, there was talent that definitely emerged.
Haley Reinhart, Ashton Jones, Brett Loewenstern, Robbie Rosen, and Casey Abrams are singers I’m looking forward to hearing again. And hey, how about that Casey? I wasn’t that impressed with him initially, but his original take on the classic “Georgia” really impressed me.
Not so impressed with Chris Medina, who honestly thinks white guys singing acoustic versions of R&B songs is novel? It’s not even novel on Idol (See: Garcia, Andrew).
Lauren Alaina’s kissing up to Steven Tyler has now crossed the line to annoying. PLEASE STOP.
I’m surprised they advanced Ashley Sullivan after her meltdown on stage. The producers must think she’ll continue to bring the lulz in Las Vegas. Scott McCreery is turning into a 1 trick pony. He’s got an unusual voice, but I think we’ve seen everything he’s got already.
The 60 remaining hopefuls head to Las Vegas, where hopefully they do some justice to the great, great Beatles’ catalog. I’m looking forward to it.
The group rounds are over. Tonight, the remaining 100 contestants will perform solos for the judges. At the end of the day, only 60 hopefuls will survive.
Videos and Live Blog after the JUMP…
I’ll be live blogging the action right here…
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The contestants sing with a band or a capella -their choice.
Haley Reinhart – “God Bless the Child” – She blew the group round. “You made it through by the skin of your teeth, ” says Jennifer. Haley is laying it all out on the stage. She’s very good. Great instincts, nice phrasing. Very impressive. “Redemption” says Jlo. – VIDEO
Ashton Jones – “And I Am Telling You” – Was in Ashley Sullivan’s group. This is one they’ve been hiding away so far. An R&B belter, she’s got an impressive tone. – VIDEO
Thia Megia – “Wonderful World” – She’s only 15 years old, but sounds much much older. She’s already a pro. It’s a little scary. – VIDEO
Adrian Michael – “Wonderful World” Had to start over.
Caleb Johnson – “Living for the City” – Also had to start over. oops
Frances Coontz. – Only thing worse than “Hey Soul Sister” is somebody singing it off key. EEP.
Clint Jun Gamboa – “Georgia” – Asshole screams his way through this Ray Charles classic. OVER SINGING. Randy says it’s “Very nice.” – VIDEO
Kendra Chantelle – “Georgia” – Bluesy take on the song. Nice throaty vocals. – VIDEO
Sophia Shorai – “Georgia” – Big vocals! – VIDEO
Chris Medina – “My Prerogative” – Most unlikely song that anyone would pick? That Chris thinks acoustic versions of R&B songs is some kind of novel idea is pretty funny. – VIDEO
Carson Higgins -“My Prerogative” – Carson isn’t very good, but he’s entertaining and hilarious. – VIDEO
Instruments were allowed.
Julie Zorrilla – “Love Song” – Julie plays the piano! – VIDEO
Caleb Hawley – “Sir Duke” – Guitar guy – VIDEO
Colton Dixon “What about Today” – piano! – VIDEO
Brett Loewenstern – Guitar – “The Story” – VIDEO
Robbie Rosen – “Gravity” – PIANO! Nice. – VIDEO
Casey Abrams – “Georgia” – Breaks out the Upright bass! A first on Idol. Uhm. Wow? That was a very original take on a classic. – VIDEO
Jacqueline Dunford – Is so ill, she has to leave the competition without singing. Aw. tough break.
Chelsee Oaks – “Because of You” – She kinda blows it. – VIDEO
Lauren Alaina – “I Don’t Want To Miss A Thing” – I hate this freaking song so so much. Talk about kissing ass. Yikes. “Fiiifteen” says Jlo – VIDEO
Jacob Lusk – “God Bless the Child – He’s got a great voice. He over-sings a bit, but good. BIG PIMPING STANDING O FROM THE JUDGES. He was good but not THAT GOOD. He sobs when he leaves the stage. Oh my. He’s kind of a nut. – VIDEO
John Wayne Shultz – “Landslide” – Well that’s an interesting choice. Jennifer sings along. – VIDEO
Ashley Sullivan – “Everything” – She dedicates to her boyfriend. She pulls a Brooke White and starts again. She has a melt down on stage. That was gonna happen. Better that it’s now. – VIDEO
Stefano Langone – “Sir Duke” – VIDEO
Jovany Barreto – VIDEO
Jacee Badeaux – “Time of My Life” – VIDEO
Scott McCreery – Scott is finally forced to sing a new song. And…he forgets the words. – VIDEO
Tatynisa Wilson – “Hope You Dance” – Good singer. Forgets the words. – VIDEO
THE ROOMS! The contestants will be split into 4 rooms. Who stays? Who goes?
SURPRISING TWIST. Probably the announcement that they’re going to Vegas. Yawn.
Room 1 – Ashley Sullivan, Brett Loewenstern, Jacee Badeaux, Caleb Hawley, Clint Gamboa, Robbie Rosen, Lauren Alaina, James Durbin, Casey Abrams, Pia Toscano, Haley Reinhart, Jacob Lusk – ALL THROUGH. – VIDEO
Room 2 – Corey Lavoy, Brielle Von Hugel, – sent home. Steven delivers that bad news. Jlo comforts the contestants. Eliminated – VIDEO
Room 3 – Chelsee Oaks, Mark Guitierrez – Eliminated. – VIDEO
Room 4 – Naima Adedapo, Carson Higgins, Jovana Baretto, Scotty McCreery, Rachel Zevita, – ALL THROUGH – VIDEO
Next Tuesday: Las Vegas!
