So last week was a total fail. I didn't watch either episode. I didn't care. I'm not sure I care this week either, but here we go...
theme: Idols perform their idols
Colton Dixon - Everything by Lifehouse: damn. seriously. Why are all the cute Idol boys all churchy? WTF. Now all the churchy frau will latch on to him. *eye roll* This was just ok. The beginning was weak, but it ended well.
Skylar Laine - Gunpowder and Lead by Miranda Lambert: I think its interesting that there was no mention of how Miranda Lambert started her career. That is really what these contestants want to aspire to. No mention of starting on a reality show. Anyway, this performance was great. She is always on it. Oh and singing with Stevie Nicks... HOLY SHIT!!
trio #1 Colton, Phillip, Elise: First off, why are they doing this? And why are they medleys? Can't they do this on results night? But regardless... Elise was really great. Phillip is still cute.
Heejun Han - A Song For You by Donny Hathaway: This is actually the first time I have liked a performance of his based on the singing itself. Right in his "wheel house."
Hollie Cavanagh - Jesus Take the Wheel by Carrie Underwood: It was nice.
How long has Steven's mic been wrapped in scarves? LOL
Deandre Brackensick - Sometimes I Cry by Eric Benet: The transition up to falsetto that I was having a problem with before, seem to be corrected today. This was actually the first time I've like a performance of his. What is up with me? Maybe I am just not in a snarky mood. That must be it.
Jessica Sanchez - Sweet Dreams by Beyonce: Highly disappointed that she did not sing Single Ladies. Are those the red doors from So You Think You Can Dance?
trio #2 Deandre, Heejun, Joshua: These trio's kinda made sense when they were Fleetwood Mac songs, now they are just dumb. Ok. Ok. I can't lie. That was sorta cute.
Phillip Phillips - Look Out My Window by Jonny Lang: woop woop
Joshua Ledet - Without You by (insert artist here): I like his jacket. No. Seriously. He was great.
trio #3 Hollie, Skylar, Jessica: I am sorry, but I really don't like Jessica's voice. This was the worst of all the trio's. They just don't mesh well.
Elise Teston - Whole Lotta Love by Led Zepplin: awesomesauce. Best performance of the night. And more singing with Stevie Nicks!!
I think this needs mentioning... These are songs they got to pick from their favorite artists. That leads one to believe that they have sung these songs at some point in the past. Elise said she did it with her band. Skylar said she sung her song all the time. I am sure there are similar stories with the rest. I feel this explains why the performances were so strong tonight. Typically, they have to learn a song in a few days that they may have never heard before. So knowing the songs clearly helps. I am not sure if I feel that they should always be able to sing a song they know OR that there is more challenge in the competition if they have to learn a new song. Either way, they have made it hard for me to pick a bottom 3.
bottom 3: Hollie, Deandre, Joshua
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Friday, March 23, 2012
favorite thing of the day
this picture of Rachel Maddow:
I can't help it. I have the biggest girl crush on her.
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
favorite thing of the day
It finally came in the mail today from Spain and I love it so much. I have wanted one for a long time and it is perfection.
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Saturday, March 17, 2012
Friday, March 16, 2012
Thursday, March 15, 2012
American Idol S.11 - Top 12... er, 11
Last weeks results: I was 75% correct on the bottom 4.
theme: songs from the year they were born.
Phillip Phillips - Hard To Handle by The Black Crowes: Kidney stones?!?! I've heard those hurt like a bitch. This is soooo good. I just wish that he had taken the mic off the stand and interacted with the band. Not necessarily interacting with the sway bots, but more movement was needed. He is so cute.
Jessica Sanchez - Turn the Beat Around by Gloria Estefan: She's too prissy for this. She's trying too hard. It was annoying. VIBRATO OVERLOAD. I am not liking her at all this season.
Heejun Han - Right Here Waiting by Richard Marks: Make this stop. PLEASE MAKE IT STOP. Dare I say "She Bangs"? No, I didn't say that. That would be mean. Also... No bow ties. Ever.
Elise Testone - Let's Stay Together by Al Green: I did not like the beginning while she was sitting on the piano. Too fake. She is just not a smiley person. Nothing wrong with that. Forcing her to smile, cheeses it up too much. How often do you see Adele smile when she performs? (Not saying she's Adele, but it makes my point.)
Deandre Brackensick - Endless Love by (insert correct artist here) : This song came out in 1981. They are letting him get away with it because Luther and Mariah covered it in 94. That is... um... dumb. I actually didn't even pay attention to this performance. Boring.
The AT&T plug made me want to vomit.
Shannon Magrane - One Sweet Day by Mariah Carey & Boys II Men: Wish she had sung Don't Speak. Either song would be a train wreck, but at least that would have been an entertaining one. This was just boring. Also, she's tall.
Colton Dixon - Broken Heart by White Lion: First of all, its not his fault that the band doesn't know the song. That was not cool to discourage him with that fact. Kinda getting annoyed with the rock look. Looks sorta poser-ish. He looked much better in that twitpic with Daughtry, then he does on the show. The performance was alright.
Erika Van Pelt - Heaven by Bryan Adams: She looks just like her mother. I did not like this either. She over-sung it bad. I don't think I like her voice. Either that or she hasn't found her spot yet. Curious what my friend/Bryan Adams über fan thought of this.
It is cruel to have taped the talk with Jermaine, then show it on national television. Cruel. "You are so great, but get the hell out." Then they played his rehearsal?!?! This is the worst I've ever seen them handle a situation like this. Its not the first time they've kicked off someone, but the first time they've humiliated them like this.
Skylar Laine - Love Sneakin Up On You by Bonnie Raitt: It is a real shame she didn't sing Fantastic Voyage. That would have been AWESOME! This song seems safe for her, but at least she picked a good song for herself. She's a little firecracker.
Joshua Ledet - When a Man Loves a Woman by Michael Bolton: I was totally shocked when he was in the bottom last week. He was better last week then this, but this was great. He does take you to church. It seems like a totally different version of the song. He finally did that thing... "Make it your own."
Hollie Cavanagh - Power of Love by Celine Dion: ah. That's why she has that weird thing in her speaking voice. English. Makes sense. Its weird how they chopped the song up. She did not "make it her own." Scary last note. *big eyes*
bottom: Heejun, Deandre, Shannon.
theme: songs from the year they were born.
Phillip Phillips - Hard To Handle by The Black Crowes: Kidney stones?!?! I've heard those hurt like a bitch. This is soooo good. I just wish that he had taken the mic off the stand and interacted with the band. Not necessarily interacting with the sway bots, but more movement was needed. He is so cute.
Jessica Sanchez - Turn the Beat Around by Gloria Estefan: She's too prissy for this. She's trying too hard. It was annoying. VIBRATO OVERLOAD. I am not liking her at all this season.
Heejun Han - Right Here Waiting by Richard Marks: Make this stop. PLEASE MAKE IT STOP. Dare I say "She Bangs"? No, I didn't say that. That would be mean. Also... No bow ties. Ever.
Elise Testone - Let's Stay Together by Al Green: I did not like the beginning while she was sitting on the piano. Too fake. She is just not a smiley person. Nothing wrong with that. Forcing her to smile, cheeses it up too much. How often do you see Adele smile when she performs? (Not saying she's Adele, but it makes my point.)
Deandre Brackensick - Endless Love by (insert correct artist here) : This song came out in 1981. They are letting him get away with it because Luther and Mariah covered it in 94. That is... um... dumb. I actually didn't even pay attention to this performance. Boring.
The AT&T plug made me want to vomit.
Shannon Magrane - One Sweet Day by Mariah Carey & Boys II Men: Wish she had sung Don't Speak. Either song would be a train wreck, but at least that would have been an entertaining one. This was just boring. Also, she's tall.
Colton Dixon - Broken Heart by White Lion: First of all, its not his fault that the band doesn't know the song. That was not cool to discourage him with that fact. Kinda getting annoyed with the rock look. Looks sorta poser-ish. He looked much better in that twitpic with Daughtry, then he does on the show. The performance was alright.
Erika Van Pelt - Heaven by Bryan Adams: She looks just like her mother. I did not like this either. She over-sung it bad. I don't think I like her voice. Either that or she hasn't found her spot yet. Curious what my friend/Bryan Adams über fan thought of this.
It is cruel to have taped the talk with Jermaine, then show it on national television. Cruel. "You are so great, but get the hell out." Then they played his rehearsal?!?! This is the worst I've ever seen them handle a situation like this. Its not the first time they've kicked off someone, but the first time they've humiliated them like this.
Skylar Laine - Love Sneakin Up On You by Bonnie Raitt: It is a real shame she didn't sing Fantastic Voyage. That would have been AWESOME! This song seems safe for her, but at least she picked a good song for herself. She's a little firecracker.
Joshua Ledet - When a Man Loves a Woman by Michael Bolton: I was totally shocked when he was in the bottom last week. He was better last week then this, but this was great. He does take you to church. It seems like a totally different version of the song. He finally did that thing... "Make it your own."
Hollie Cavanagh - Power of Love by Celine Dion: ah. That's why she has that weird thing in her speaking voice. English. Makes sense. Its weird how they chopped the song up. She did not "make it her own." Scary last note. *big eyes*
bottom: Heejun, Deandre, Shannon.
Am I the only one who was waiting for Daryl to go all Boondock Saints on Dale?
And shepherds we shall be, for thee my Lord for thee, power hath descended forth from thy hand, that our feet may swiftly carry out thy command. We shall flow a river forth to thee, and teeming with souls shall it ever be. In nomine Patris, et Filii, et Spiritus Sancti.
Thursday, March 08, 2012
American Idol S.11 - Top 13
boys - Stevie Wonder week
girls - Whitney Houston week
Why are they making this so complicated? They are also changing how the peeps go home. The judges get to pick between the bottom girl & bottom guy. I doubt they will do this all season. Probably just the first few episodes.
Joshua Ledet - I Wish: Really surprised that he said it was out of his comfort zone. That doesn't really make sense. He killed this song.
Elise Testone - I'm Your Baby Tonight: I song Greatest Love of All in the 8th grade talent show. Soooo happy she changed song. I think I liked this. Not sure about her outfit and the fact that she was constantly bent over. It appears she was trying to get closer to the crowd, but it just looked weird. Plus, it squishes your diaphragm. It was kinda lounge singer-ish. The judges were really right about her.
Jermaine Jones - Knocks Me Off My Feet: Please stop calling him the gentle giant. As true as it may be, its annoying. This is not my cup of tea. His voice sounds like he is just waiting to drop down. It rests in that place. I appreciate the low tone, but when he sings a little higher, it sounds so sweet.
What the hell kinda button is on Randy's jacket?
Erika Van Pelt - I Believe In You And Me: This makeover made her look older. She looked cute in the studio, but seeing her in this dress does not feel right. It seems like she isn't taking their advice at all. The rasp is not there. She didn't "make it her own." And I really liked her...
Colton Dixon - Lately: Based on the studio, this might be train wreck. The beginning was. He was mumbling and it was dull. It woke up in the middle and stayed great the rest of the way. Not the best, but I am not sure there is a Stevie Wonder song he could have sung any better.
Shannon Magrane - I Have Nothing: She's tall.
Deandre Brackensick - Master Blaster: I like him better with his hair back. Jamaican overkill much? I can't even understand the words. Mary sung it awesome. She should've sung this instead. Did not like. Male Naima? That's a death wish. She went soooo downhill after her Jamaican performance. That was her peak.
Skylar Laine - Where Do Broken Hearts Go: Sway bots in full effect. She is cute and did a great job.
Heejun Han - All In Love Is Fair: They are really playing up his personality by showing those twitpics. Before I even say anything about his performance, I have to say that he will make it through. Its a given. So, this was boring. He sung well. But way boring.
Hollie Cavanagh - All The Man That I Need: Is there something weird when she says "H"'s? Its distracting. Oh did she sing too? That almost end power note was great. She did goodish (somewhere between ok and good).
Jeremy Rosado - Ribbon In The Sky: Pretty.
Jessica Sanchez - I Will Always Love You: Don't peak too soon, kiddo.
Phillip Phillips - Superstition: This is totally how Dave would sing this. Love!!
bottom girl: Shannon or Elise
bottom boy: Jeremy or Deandre
disclaimer: Yes, this is posted AFTER the results show aired. However. I have not yet watched it and have no clue about the actual results.
girls - Whitney Houston week
Why are they making this so complicated? They are also changing how the peeps go home. The judges get to pick between the bottom girl & bottom guy. I doubt they will do this all season. Probably just the first few episodes.
Joshua Ledet - I Wish: Really surprised that he said it was out of his comfort zone. That doesn't really make sense. He killed this song.
Elise Testone - I'm Your Baby Tonight: I song Greatest Love of All in the 8th grade talent show. Soooo happy she changed song. I think I liked this. Not sure about her outfit and the fact that she was constantly bent over. It appears she was trying to get closer to the crowd, but it just looked weird. Plus, it squishes your diaphragm. It was kinda lounge singer-ish. The judges were really right about her.
Jermaine Jones - Knocks Me Off My Feet: Please stop calling him the gentle giant. As true as it may be, its annoying. This is not my cup of tea. His voice sounds like he is just waiting to drop down. It rests in that place. I appreciate the low tone, but when he sings a little higher, it sounds so sweet.
What the hell kinda button is on Randy's jacket?
Erika Van Pelt - I Believe In You And Me: This makeover made her look older. She looked cute in the studio, but seeing her in this dress does not feel right. It seems like she isn't taking their advice at all. The rasp is not there. She didn't "make it her own." And I really liked her...
Colton Dixon - Lately: Based on the studio, this might be train wreck. The beginning was. He was mumbling and it was dull. It woke up in the middle and stayed great the rest of the way. Not the best, but I am not sure there is a Stevie Wonder song he could have sung any better.
Shannon Magrane - I Have Nothing: She's tall.
Deandre Brackensick - Master Blaster: I like him better with his hair back. Jamaican overkill much? I can't even understand the words. Mary sung it awesome. She should've sung this instead. Did not like. Male Naima? That's a death wish. She went soooo downhill after her Jamaican performance. That was her peak.
Skylar Laine - Where Do Broken Hearts Go: Sway bots in full effect. She is cute and did a great job.
Heejun Han - All In Love Is Fair: They are really playing up his personality by showing those twitpics. Before I even say anything about his performance, I have to say that he will make it through. Its a given. So, this was boring. He sung well. But way boring.
Hollie Cavanagh - All The Man That I Need: Is there something weird when she says "H"'s? Its distracting. Oh did she sing too? That almost end power note was great. She did goodish (somewhere between ok and good).
Jeremy Rosado - Ribbon In The Sky: Pretty.
Jessica Sanchez - I Will Always Love You: Don't peak too soon, kiddo.
Phillip Phillips - Superstition: This is totally how Dave would sing this. Love!!
bottom girl: Shannon or Elise
bottom boy: Jeremy or Deandre
disclaimer: Yes, this is posted AFTER the results show aired. However. I have not yet watched it and have no clue about the actual results.
Friday, March 02, 2012
American Idol S.11 - top 13 revealed
**SPOILERS**
I am a little surprised that they made such a huge cut in one week. Not that I am complaining about there being less contestants, but its unusual. These shows are so long that I end up fast forwarding thru most of it.
IN - boys: Phillip Phillips, Joshua Ledet, Heejun Han, Colton Dixon, Jermaine Jones
IN - girls: Jessica Sanchez, Hollie Cavanagh, Shannon Magrane, Skylar Laine, Elise Testone
wild card: Deandre Brackensick, Erika Van Pelt, Jeremy Rosado
my picks were SPOT ON.
I was 6 out 7 on the boys, with Jeremy coming back.
For some reason I only picked 5 girls to leave, but of those I was 5 for 5 with Erika coming back.
My picks are still around. Guess I will still watch.
I am a little surprised that they made such a huge cut in one week. Not that I am complaining about there being less contestants, but its unusual. These shows are so long that I end up fast forwarding thru most of it.
IN - boys: Phillip Phillips, Joshua Ledet, Heejun Han, Colton Dixon, Jermaine Jones
IN - girls: Jessica Sanchez, Hollie Cavanagh, Shannon Magrane, Skylar Laine, Elise Testone
wild card: Deandre Brackensick, Erika Van Pelt, Jeremy Rosado
my picks were SPOT ON.
I was 6 out 7 on the boys, with Jeremy coming back.
For some reason I only picked 5 girls to leave, but of those I was 5 for 5 with Erika coming back.
My picks are still around. Guess I will still watch.
American Idol S.11 - Top 12 girls
I have not felt like myself for the last few days, but I am gonna use watching Idol as a way to feel normal again. So bring on the screechy girls.
Chelsea Sorrell - Cowboy Cassanova by Carrie Underwood: She sings thru her nose. I think she's cute, but nothing special. I like it when the judges agree with me, but for the record, i don't care when they don't.
Erika Van Pelt - What About Love by Heart: This girl sings with her throat. At least we are moving down to the correct place. I had like her, but not so much this. She looks old and did nothing different with this song.
Jenn Hirsh - One And Only by Adele: She's better than this. Not sure why these people think they can tackle Adele songs? She is and will always be, a better singer than all of them. Aim a little lower and it will make yourself better.
These girls need makeovers. Badly.
Brielle Von Hugel - Sittin' on the Dock of Bay by Otis Redding: Cannot stand this girl. She lived up to my expectations. Which were none.
Hallie Day - Feeling Good by Nina Simone: Still not impressed by anyone so far. She had a few hiccups, but sung it well. I guess it will take more to impress me lately.
Skylar Laine - Stay With Me by Faces: She's a little firecracker. She is confident in her voice and it shows. For being so young, she is really good performer. I have never heard that song before, but I liked it.
BTW... I type my responses BEFORE the judges talk. I am not ripping off what they say.
Baylie Brown - Amazed by Lone Star: Oh sweetie, this is bad. I am cringing. This is really sad. Sad that she took someone else's spot in the top 24.
Hollie Cavanagh - Reflection By Christian Aguilera: Why are these girls picking these songs? If she makes it next week, who is she gonna sing, Celine Dion, Mariah Carey? These kids need to know their limits.
Haley Johnsen - Sweet Dreams by Eurythmics: Nerves are really getting to these girls. Few decent notes here and there, but cringe-worthy as well. I don't get what is up with these chicas. I thought they were better than this.
Shannon Magrane - Go Light Your World by Kathy Troccoli: She is so damn tall.
Jessica Sanchez - Love You I Do by Jennifer Hudson: Maybe its the missing tooth. I didn't like AS much as the judges, but it was good. That voice coming out of that body makes no sense. She will be around for a long time.
Elise Testone - One And Only by Adele: Didn't Jen do this song? seriously? Really lame. Would like to know who picked it first. This chick is rough. She's been through some shit. You can just tell. Her's is the only voice I have any desire to hear again. My favorite of the night.
Who goes: Baylie, Chelsea, Haley, Brielle, and Erika.*
*This was written AFTER the top 13 was revealed, but I have not watched the show or looked at the list of winners.
Chelsea Sorrell - Cowboy Cassanova by Carrie Underwood: She sings thru her nose. I think she's cute, but nothing special. I like it when the judges agree with me, but for the record, i don't care when they don't.
Erika Van Pelt - What About Love by Heart: This girl sings with her throat. At least we are moving down to the correct place. I had like her, but not so much this. She looks old and did nothing different with this song.
Jenn Hirsh - One And Only by Adele: She's better than this. Not sure why these people think they can tackle Adele songs? She is and will always be, a better singer than all of them. Aim a little lower and it will make yourself better.
These girls need makeovers. Badly.
Brielle Von Hugel - Sittin' on the Dock of Bay by Otis Redding: Cannot stand this girl. She lived up to my expectations. Which were none.
Hallie Day - Feeling Good by Nina Simone: Still not impressed by anyone so far. She had a few hiccups, but sung it well. I guess it will take more to impress me lately.
Skylar Laine - Stay With Me by Faces: She's a little firecracker. She is confident in her voice and it shows. For being so young, she is really good performer. I have never heard that song before, but I liked it.
BTW... I type my responses BEFORE the judges talk. I am not ripping off what they say.
Baylie Brown - Amazed by Lone Star: Oh sweetie, this is bad. I am cringing. This is really sad. Sad that she took someone else's spot in the top 24.
Hollie Cavanagh - Reflection By Christian Aguilera: Why are these girls picking these songs? If she makes it next week, who is she gonna sing, Celine Dion, Mariah Carey? These kids need to know their limits.
Haley Johnsen - Sweet Dreams by Eurythmics: Nerves are really getting to these girls. Few decent notes here and there, but cringe-worthy as well. I don't get what is up with these chicas. I thought they were better than this.
Shannon Magrane - Go Light Your World by Kathy Troccoli: She is so damn tall.
Jessica Sanchez - Love You I Do by Jennifer Hudson: Maybe its the missing tooth. I didn't like AS much as the judges, but it was good. That voice coming out of that body makes no sense. She will be around for a long time.
Elise Testone - One And Only by Adele: Didn't Jen do this song? seriously? Really lame. Would like to know who picked it first. This chick is rough. She's been through some shit. You can just tell. Her's is the only voice I have any desire to hear again. My favorite of the night.
Who goes: Baylie, Chelsea, Haley, Brielle, and Erika.*
*This was written AFTER the top 13 was revealed, but I have not watched the show or looked at the list of winners.
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