I know not everyone watches American Idol. So I'm sorry to have to report about it tonight. But I have some things I need to discuss, and what are blogs for, if not for that?
I do love Dolly Parton, so I was predisposed to like all the songs tonight. And I have to say that this week overall was probably my favorite. I honestly could have voted for all of them. Yes, even Ramiele. But I didn't. (Did you know she was little?) I thought everyone did exceptionally well. I thought most of them were wow-worthy.
But here's what I want to talk about in no particular order-- didn't you think it was interesting that Ryan gave David Cook that opportunity to credit all the arrangers of the arrangements he's used? Way to put out potential fires. Nicely done.
And finally! David Cook's hair didn't look quite as freemy. It still has a ways to go, but at least he's on the right track.
I liked Kristy's performance --- I thought this was going to be a good week for her, and I think it was-- but I didn't like a) that she was sitting down for so long b) her dress -- it didn't seem to go with the song for me and c) it didn't go with bare feet, in my opinion.
I had seen a you tube video of Jason Castro leading worship, so I've been feeling this kinship with him, wondering if he's a brother in Christ. I saw his cross peeking out from under his shirt tonight, and I was thinking yeah..... I know that wearing a cross doesn't in itself mean anything, but I was encouraged, anyway. Then he sang that Traveling Through song and I was so proud of him! Yes! I did hear the name of Jesus! I hope it's not a strike against him. It seems historically that as soon as contestants open up about their faith their days on Idol are numbered. (Mandisa....Chris Sligh...)
Same with David A. -- Yay, Jesus!
Is anyone else distracted by the gold glittery eye shadow on Syesha and Kristy? I understand that they want to look special for the camera, but it seems a bit overdone. Also -- did Brooke's eyes look strangely made up to you? I won't hold it against her. She's still a favorite personality, but she wasn't my favorite singer tonight. I will buy her album, though, in a snap.
I LOVED Syesha's big "glory note." But how could the same voice that held that note for endless awesome minutes have to stop and take a breath right in the middle of the word "always" earlier in the song?
What have I been saying about Carly's wardrobe? The thing about Simon is that he says what we are all thinking. Even though I cringe when he says it just because it's so BLUNT, I secretly find myself agreeing with him most of the time. Tonight, however, he seemed unnecessarily harsh and he wasn't blown away by the people I thought were more than just "good, not great". Somehow is blogging about the contestants less of an attack?
The kids and I have been fast forwarding through all the blah blah ever since we got the DVR, and just tonight it hit us that we could be fast forwarding through Paula's drivel, as well. So that's what we did. Like hitting yourself on the head with a hammer, then stopping. That's how good it felt. Wasn't that a bizarre ring she had on? It was an improvement of those disastrous glove things from last week, but still... When can we vote her off?
I've been reading the buzz at Entertainment Weekly online that the "mosh pit" hand wavers may be eliminated soon. I had hoped that they would be gone tonight, but no such luck.
I do like Michael Johns, but I also worry frequently while he's singing that he's not going to be able to hit the note I know is coming. And frequently he doesn't. He was okay tonight, though.
I was disappointed when Chikezie left. I was disappointed when Davidson lost to Kansas. Let us hope that tomorrow night will see justice prevail once again in TV land.
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I love Paula, but I agree she does just go on and on and on about um nothing.
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I don't have anything to add, b/c we discussed it all already. But I didn't want to leave you Corie-commentless. :)
You slay me, woman. You pay more attention to detail than I do. But I think it's unanimous from all the people I'm reading: contestants need to stop perching themselves on places. It looks so Dean Martin.
I thought of you when Simon told Carly her clothes were ugly. Poor Carly, she looked about to cry. But maybe things will improve in the weeks to come. Who DOES pick her clothes, anyway?
We have a DVR, too. We got it at the end of last season. What.A.Difference. My husband hates Paula and routinely bemoans the fact that they can't get an articulate person to replace her. Sometimes we listen to a little bit of what she says if the others are too mean. At our house, when Paula comes on, the first response is that we all flare our hands out and clap like seals while making a smiley-barky sound ("Ark-ark-ark.") We're weird.
I wonder why Simon always tells Kristie that she's forgetable. He has said it so many times, it's starting to be memorable. I think she is cute and perky and seems almost wholesome. My kids are irritated by her, but I think of her as the come-back-kid. I hope she doesn't go home tonight.
I wouldn't mind so much if Ramiele went home. I do think she has a pretty voice, but if anyone is truly forgetable, it's her.
I feel like a fool watching Jason and Brooke, because I always find myself with a big, gawky grin pasted on my face. That is so not me. How dare they do that to me? I'd like to hear them sing a duet.
David Cook is the favorite with the men in our family. I don't know who the girls like. Maybe Brooke, maybe Jason, definitely NOT Michael Johns, although my oldest was very impressed by his "I'm better than you" face last week.
Thanks for a fun place for Idol watchers to check in!
You really pay attention to the details, don't you! I actually was sitting at my computer for the show and was listening, but not watching so much, so I didn't pick up on most of the details. I did think it was odd that Kristy was barefoot though. I have to say though, thank goodness it was Ramiele who went home. She just doesn't have enough to stay any longer!
And you are so right about Simon - he does usually say what everyone is thinking. Although sometimes it comes out quite harsh!
I think it's going to start being more difficult now with only 8 left - 8 who are quite good! (for the most part anyway!)
Oh, and that's cool about Jason leading worship - I didn't know that. He's such a cutie pie too!
Very good review Ruthie! You do pay attention to detail. I posted mine too...
Paula, so sweet, but it is sad, she can't finish a complete sentence without losing her train of thought.
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