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TexasLady:
I didn't vote last night, which is shocking to me since I have always voted since I began watching during the first season.   :ascared  I just couldn't decide, the ones I like the best are getting votes and I didn't feel that the people on the bottom as I perceive them, I don't care one way or the other.

Michael Sarver, I graded as a C. The judges weren't too pleased and Simon gave him the KOD by saying he couldn't understand a single word, called it clumsy and worse, a Karaoke star but clumsy.

Allison: She could sing country, she's proving to be very versatile. Simon who hates Country said it was good but verging on precocious. Randy said DOPE! Not precocious.  :lol:

Kris Allan: Nice ballad. Much better than last week.

Lil Rounds: Loved it when she sang the chorus.. showed more of her vocal talents, but as much as I like her, she's not performing as I hoped she would.

Adam Lambert: OMG! I HATED it, but give it to him, he's a performer!!! I didn't want to throw my TV out the window but I know Country and that ain't Country.  :lol:

Scott McIntyre: Loved the piano arrangement, he was just so-so for his singing. He will have to step it up to stay in the competition. For me, he was the worst last night. Simon told him to get better songs.

Alexis Grace: I think she chose a hard song because we identify it with Dolly and no one can sing it as well as Dolly but I thought she did it well with her own interpretation. Paula liked it saying it showed her soft side. Kara, Simon and Randy didn't like it much.

Danny Gokey: After the disastrous audition for Randy Travis I wondered, would he flop and how bad would it be but he did fine.  I don't know who styles Danny but I wish they would come up with a better look and I wonder if he wouldn't do better with contacts because changing the glasses every week is beginning to be distracting.

Anoop Desai: Best performance? I think so. Loved it.

Megan Joy (Corkrey) Considering she was ill, she's fun to watch. Not the best singer but I hope she gets to stay longer so we can see if she grows as a performer. (Playing back her song she really hit some bad notes but she performed, kudos!)

Matt Giraud: He proved he belongs on the stage. Nice performance. Judges loved him and he got the last spot on the show.

I think Alexis could go home tonight, but I hope not. I'd rather see Scott go because I think he had just a so so performance but he won't.

Predictions???  Will the judges use their one time save tonight?

tory:

--- Quote from: TexasLady on March 18, 2009, 09:30:36 AM ---Let's address the rumor/news that AI is fixed. I have a clip below of what is believed to be the original source of this rumor.


--- Quote --- American Idol' chatter four-sees finalists
By Linda Schreffler and Sean Adams
Tuesday, March 17th 2009, 7:13 AM

Aside from Paula Abdul, the producers of “American Idol” have one more loudmouth to deal with on the set.

One of the hit show’s staffers is running around telling anyone who’ll listen that the team of producers and judges has already picked the final four contestants — despite the fact that 11 kids are still battling to be the latest pop star.

The female “AI” worker told a “group of people that the last four are going to be Danny Gokey, Lil Rounds, Adam Lambert and Alexis Grace,” said our insider. Asked if this was opinion or actual fact, the staffer vehemently retorted, “Those ARE the people,” saying it wasn’t mere speculation.

If it was just her prediction, she’d be spot-on with this week’s TV Guide, which also chose those exact four wanna-be crooners as its picks for stardom....

Source: http://www.nydailynews.com/gossip/2009/03/17/2009-03-17_american_idol_chatter_foursees_finalists.html

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It is difficult to believe that a "fix" could be so blatantly achieved. The four listed are probably the most talked about as favorites, so are we surprised they are the singers named? With so many people involved in the show and tabulating the phone vote results, someone would let it be known that the fix was in and it would kill the show, not to mention that it is illegal as well.

I have always believed that the most influential person critiquing the singers is Simon. If he doesn't like your performance, beware. (I call it giving a singer the KOD - Kiss Of Death!)

What do you think? Is the show fixed already?


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and ps if the comp was fixed taylor hicks would not have won, and the year chris rich was in the finaly 4 were 3 girls and one blake lewis. i think the reason they have trowen in this new judges veito is bc they don't want another daughtry slipping trew the crack,s or jenn hudson..

jmo i am sure even the ppl who work on the show have to sign confadeuality contract???

tory:
TL and MG i agreee with u both.

michael and scott were the worst last night ,jmo

my top 3 last night
kris
matt
anoop

middle

all the rest

ok my take on adam last night i perdited he was going to fall of his pedstil last night  but with that said i was thinking jim morrison meets led zeplin on acid..

u have to have this tawing in u r voice to sing country and if u don't have it u got to work with what u have, jmo

realy none of them sang there songs in the country way the closes any one got was megan joy lol
i felt sorry for her haveing to sing last night , i no how grem aphobic tv ppl r did u notice ryan did not touch her when he went up to her he had the box of cleanx ,and all the judges were turned around in there chairs as soon as they cut bk to them and got her off stage. the poor thing she is probly in quarintine. i bet she is not in the ford vid shoot tonight, if she is they will put her in by her self..
i actuly liked that she did not do her rediculous dancing as much last night, talk about destrating that dancing she does is horrable,,all most as bad as adams interpation of jim morrison, lol

marigold:
An interesting article:

Idols spring into a tour

Hot on the heels of a successful Christmas tour, another set of former American Idol contestants have hit the road. Billed as the “American Stars in Concert: Spring Break Tour,” season six finalists Melinda Doolittle, Gina Glocksen and Phil Stacey have joined forces with season seven’s Chikezie to tour 14 cities across the U.S. “It’s all I want to do — I find so much pleasure in entertaining,” Chikezie tells In Touch, adding, “And I am practically homeless!"

Since finishing with the show, no one on this tour has been idle. Melinda and Phil have both released CDs, Gina is a newlywed and Chikezie has been touring nonstop.

“It’s all I want to do, I find so much pleasure in entertaining,” Chikezie tells In Touch, adding, “And I am practically homeless! After all the touring, I decided to let my apartment go because I was never there. I’ve moved home with my parents, as it just made sense.”

Despite being a season seven alum, Chikezie does have a connection with his season six tour mates. “I actually auditioned for season six and got to know them all during Hollywood week,” he reveals. “So it’s a reunion of sorts. I am fan of all of them and watching them on the show, I thought I had to audition again next year — so I did.”

In addition to touring and working on his first album, the former Idol has been doing his part to give back, becoming involved in the Donate Life America organization. “They raise awareness for organ donation,” Chikezie says. “It’s such an important thing. I have been given a lot, and this is the perfect opportunity to give back.” Idol fans can expect a few Chikezie favorites on the tour ("I Believe to My Soul" and "All the Woman I Need") along with duets with Gina, Melinda and Phil. “Phil says I am basically a season six person,” he laughs. “So they have adopted me. I am the kid who went to high school with them and got held back a year.”

After being criticized by the judges for a lack of self-confidence, former background singer Melinda Doolittle is happy to be front and center stage. Her debut album, Coming Back to You, hit stores in February, and this tour is perfect practice for her own upcoming tour. “I have my own band and background singers now,” she tells In Touch. “So doing this tour right in the middle of getting my band to together for my summer tour is crazy. But it feels amazing.”

Concertgoers will get a taste of her debut with two songs from the album, "Declaration of Love" and the first single, "It’s Your Love." However, it’s the duets in the show she is thrilled about. “My dream has always been to sing a duet with Phil,” she says, “and it’s happening on 'If I Ain’t Got You.' He was my favorite voice on our season. I also get to do 'For Good' from Wicked with Gina — it’s amazing. When they asked me to do the tour, I jumped at the chance. I wanted to hang out with Phil, Gina and Chikezie, who we all met in Hollywood week of our season. We have a blast together.” And having to share a bus won’t change that, she laughs. “Being on a bus - it’s my favorite thing," Melinda says. "I have done two Christmas tours and been on the road as much as possible. I sleep the best on a bus because the bumps rock me to sleep. It’s my happy place.”

American Idol fans first got to know Phil Stacey when he rushed from his audition to catch the birth of his second child (now 2 years old), all on camera. “My wife shoved me out of the house for that audition,” he reminisces. “She had three weeks to go … but you just never know. Everything is cool at home, my wife still loves me and with a 2-year-old and a 5-year-old … they grow up too fast.” Phil is another who had no qualms about jumping back on the road to tour. “It’s always nice to get together with everyone. That’s what it’s all about — having fun,” he tells In Touch. “It’s spring break! We’ll be out meeting people and spending as much time with those who loved the show and say thanks for your support.” After a successful debut CD last year, Phil is thrilled his follow-up is near completion. His tour set includes songs from his CD and two Idol favorites – "Every Breath You Take" and "Tobacco Road." “I had to do 'Every Breath,'” he laughs. “The first nice comment I ever got from Simon was after doing that Police song, so I am sticking with that.” But there is one thing that makes him wince - those cheesy dances. “We’re doing some cheesy stuff in the group numbers,” he cringes. “I can’t dance to save my life. So if you want to see me make a complete fool of myself, there's no need to watch Idol reruns — come see us live.”

Life hasn’t stood still for rocker Gina Glocksen since American Idol. She became Gina Glocksen-Ruzicka last New Year’s Eve, after marrying longtime beau Joe Ruzicka in her hometown of Chicago. So the hardest part of the tour for her is leaving for it. “I hate leaving him,” Gina tells In Touch. “Being a newlywed, we haven’t really had a chance to experience the ‘newlywed time.’ But he is so supportive, and I can’t ask for anything more.”

Gina admits adjusting to married life and combining it with a career has its challenges, but the chance to catch up with some Idol friends and entertain audiences is something she just can’t pass up. “I was looking forward to this so much," she says. "I am usually at home when I am not recording, so getting the call to do this — I was all, 'Yes, please!'” For her part of the show, Gina performs Heart’s "Alone" (an Idol favorite), but did have some reservations. “I can’t not do that song,” she laughs, adding, “And I didn’t want to, either, because Allison Iraheta just did it this season and knocked it out of the park!” She’s thrilled with doing an original tune, "Just Me," a song with a great message. “It’s for young girls and it was the first song I ever wrote with my husband,” she says. “It’s cute and has a meaning.”

In addition to the tour, Gina is putting the finishing touches on demos and may go the independent route when it comes to releasing a long-awaited debut album. “I’ve succeeded in getting that techno Pink-type sound I wanted,” she beams, “and I'm so happy about it. If anyone wants to check it out, visit my web site” at Please click here http://www.rocktheglock.com/1_1/home/ for more.


“It's funny, when I reflect on my time on Idol, I tear up." She says. "It was a point in my life that I never wanted to end, and it really never will. I will always have the Idol tag and I am fine with that. The show brought so many people into my life and I’d never change that for anything. Idol was like the college experience I never had.” Meanwhile, it’s time for fun on the road and help paying the bills, and Gina can’t be happier. “I guess marriage has made me grow up a little,” she reveals. “And having that 'wife' title is weird and scary. I just got used to saying 'husband' recently.”

The remaining “American Stars in Concert: Spring Break” tour dates are as follows: 3/18/09 – Panama City, FL at Marina Civic Center 3/20-3/21/09 – Dallas, TX at Dallas Symphony 3/25/09 – Lancaster, PA at American Music Theatre 3/26/09 – Kalamazoo, MI at Wings Stadium 3/27/09 – Dearborn, MI at Ford Center 3/28/09 – St. Charles, IL at Arcada Theatre 3/30/09 – Marion, IL at Marion Culture and Civic Center 4/15/09 – Worcester, MA at Hanover Theatre 4/16/09 – Springfield, MA at MassMutual Center 4/17/09 – Morristown, NJ at Mayo Center for the Performing Arts 4/18/09 – Glenside, PA at Keswick Theatre 4/24/09 – Boise, ID at Morrison Center 5/1/09 – Ivins, UT at Tuacahn Center for the Arts

http://www.intouchweekly.com/2009/03/idols_spring_into_a_tour.php

TexasLady:

--- Quote from: tory on March 18, 2009, 12:36:00 PM ---TL and MG i agreee with u both.

michael and scott were the worst last night ,jmo

my top 3 last night
kris
matt
anoop

middle

all the rest

ok my take on adam last night i perdited he was going to fall of his pedstil last night  but with that said i was thinking jim morrison meets led zeplin on acid..

u have to have this tawing in u r voice to sing country and if u don't have it u got to work with what u have, jmo

realy none of them sang there songs in the country way the closes any one got was megan joy lol
i felt sorry for her haveing to sing last night , i no how grem aphobic tv ppl r did u notice ryan did not touch her when he went up to her he had the box of cleanx ,and all the judges were turned around in there chairs as soon as they cut bk to them and got her off stage. the poor thing she is probly in quarintine. i bet she is not in the ford vid shoot tonight, if she is they will put her in by her self..
i actuly liked that she did not do her rediculous dancing as much last night, talk about destrating that dancing she does is horrable,,all most as bad as adams interpation of jim morrison, lol

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I agree with you Tory, I'd put Anoop first though. You are also right about predicting Adam's fall and he best be a little careful. One could read into his take on Ring on Fire as disrespect to the country genre. I think he can do this once and be OK but there are times to be over the top, he just can't do this too often.

Poor Megan! I did notice that Ryan wasn't getting too close. I've been meaning to comment on her dance moves, they are a little strange looking but I thought it's just me because I'm getting old and not hip!  :funny:

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