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 Jan 25 2007, 07:49 PM
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QUOTE(FallingLeaf @ Jan 25 2007, 07:31 PM)  you've never watched a minute of is on TV, and you condemn it without seeing it? but, i can condemn the concept and the people on it without ever seeing it, right? i hate to see what i consider (can be) a serious art form, music, reduced to a game show (or used as a way to embarrass and/or make fun of people). and i have seen this simon clown on other shows and i can't imagine trying to sit down and watch that pompous ass spew his rudeness & preen for the camera for an hour. and paula abdul, "straight up" who cares. and i don'rt even know who the other guy is, why he is "famous" or why i should care what his (or simon's or paula's) opinion is. this whole "reality" phase of TV just bugs the hell out of me, i can't stand it. and refusing to watch is the only form of protest i have (that and talking bad about it  ).and other that kelly chicks couple of hits, what success have the "winners" really had? and exactly who are the "idols" they produced? that said, ya'll enjoy. 
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Jan 25 2007, 09:24 PM
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Funny, that's how I feel about karaeoke or however you spell it. When an art is reduced to a home video game, well, y'might as well have the Michaelangelo Brothers game where they dive for coins and throw barrels at Donkey Kong.
It's all stupid. But Paula Abdul needs me ... after all these years, I know she does. Little Laker girl ... AHEM! Sorry about that.
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Jan 26 2007, 08:31 PM
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QUOTE(bivester @ Jan 25 2007, 07:49 PM) and other that kelly chicks couple of hits, what success have the "winners" really had? and exactly who are the "idols" they produced? American Idol Wikipedia page. Here's Katharine Mcphee's new album cover. She looks like she could use some flowers. This post has been edited by hometown boy dave: Jan 26 2007, 08:38 PM
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Jan 26 2007, 09:13 PM
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QUOTE(hometown boy dave @ Jan 26 2007, 08:31 PM) Here's Katharine Mcphee's new album cover. ummm, maybe i should have watched. damn.  
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May 21 2007, 11:02 PM
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Feb 18 2008, 10:46 AM
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There is a contestant this year who I've liked from the beginning, but it wasn't until last week that I realized she reminds me of Karin a little bit. (visually not vocally). Her name is Brooke White. Is anyone else watching this?
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Feb 18 2008, 05:12 PM
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QUOTE (DustyVolume @ Feb 18 2008, 10:46 AM) Is anyone else watching this? I've watched a bit (I generally can't stomach it before the final 24). I'd say the talent has ramped up considerably since last year... lots of really good singers! The show's producers are, I'm assuming, miffed that Sanjaya made it was far as he did last year. 
-------------------- It is not the critic who counts: not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles or where the doer of deeds could have done better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood, who strives valiantly, who errs and comes up short again and again, because there is no effort without error or shortcoming, but who knows the great enthusiasms, the great devotions, who spends himself for a worthy cause; who, at the best, knows, in the end, the triumph of high achievement, and who, at the worst, if he fails, at least he fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who knew neither victory nor defeat. -- Teddy Roosevelt
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Feb 20 2008, 01:02 PM
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QUOTE (DustyVolume @ Feb 18 2008, 10:46 AM) There is a contestant this year who I've liked from the beginning, but it wasn't until last week that I realized she reminds me of Karin a little bit. (visually not vocally). Her name is Brooke White. Is anyone else watching this? It crossed my mind as well. Karin your voice is MUCH MUCH better. And you are alot prettier. Just thought I'd say. -------------------- I hope I shall always possess firmness and virtue enough to maintain what I consider the most enviable of all titles, the character of an honest man. -George Washington |
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Feb 20 2008, 01:51 PM
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I just caught part of last night's episode. The guys I saw were pretty awful. The Australian guy was OK but mangled "Light My Fire." At least there's room for improvement.
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Feb 21 2008, 10:32 AM
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I didn't dig 60's night in general, however there are a few favorites emerging for me. Namely Brooke White for the girls and Danny Noriega for the boys.
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Feb 21 2008, 11:16 PM
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I gotta say, i wasn't surprised or upset with the results of todays show!
I love Asia'h! Her voice is kinda raw (in a good way), and full of heart and passion and every time i hear her i can feel my facial expressions changing with the emotions of her song. She's in my final 5 pick. And the guy with the bright blue eyes and dreds...i like him too. 
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Feb 22 2008, 01:20 AM
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QUOTE (GoldenDelicious @ Feb 21 2008, 11:16 PM) I gotta say, i wasn't surprised or upset with the results of todays show! I love Asia'h! Her voice is kinda raw (in a good way), and full of heart and passion and every time i hear her i can feel my facial expressions changing with the emotions of her song. She's in my final 5 pick. And the guy with the bright blue eyes and dreds...i like him too. Yeah, ditto for me with one exception. I really wanted to see Chickezie go instead of Colton. -------------------- "I grow old … I grow old …
I shall wear the bottoms of my trousers rolled." .........................____________________________________________________________________ .........Serpents and Gloves (#12) (#532), Gray Ghost Stories (#18), Films for Radio (#1039) (#1040), .......Live From Nowhere Volume 1 (#665 1/2) (#786), Live From Nowhere Volume 2 (#20) (unnumbered), ......................Unsung 1st Printing (#309) 2nd printing (unnumbered) .......................................................~|42|~ |
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Mar 6 2008, 01:09 PM
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Since the first season, I really haven't paid too much attention to Idol. I watch if I'm over at my sister's house (I don't own a TV), and then I usually only watch the audition rounds, because there's something irredeemably depraved in me that likes to watch others slowly die before millions of people. Seriously. Some of the crap has got to be staged.
Anywho... I was watching last night, and I stopped about mid-way through for no other reason than wanting to reach through the screen and strangle Paula Abdul. With any job I've ever had--from bartender to insurance adjuster to Youth Pastor--there are a few certainties out there. One of those is that if I show up to work visibly drunk or stoned out of my mind, I will be fired. How does Paula still have a job? Seriously, what does she contribute to the show? She is not a talented singer, producer, or songwriter--so what is she doing on a show where vocal talent is supposed to be a large part of what leads to victory? I guess in some way it's sad to see someone whose life has become so unbearable (being a millionaire celebrity whose job entails 1.) looking good and 2.) not a damn thing else is really, really tough) that they have to choke down a fistful of meds before they even get dressed. But ultimately, I don't care. I'd love to see FOX actually muster the testicular fortitude to fire an employee whose uselessness has now been compunded by her erratic, drug-induced behavior. There's got to be some other B-list Music Industry personality out there who can look good on camera and play the part of the "nice" judge. Someone get Debby Gibson on the phone.
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Mar 6 2008, 01:36 PM
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QUOTE (jame$ @ Mar 6 2008, 01:09 PM) Someone get Debby Gibson on the phone. Jame$ ( :: gang sign :: ), you're being ambiguous. Do you, or don't you, think Paula is a good person to have on the show? Speak your mind, man!
-------------------- It is not the critic who counts: not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles or where the doer of deeds could have done better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood, who strives valiantly, who errs and comes up short again and again, because there is no effort without error or shortcoming, but who knows the great enthusiasms, the great devotions, who spends himself for a worthy cause; who, at the best, knows, in the end, the triumph of high achievement, and who, at the worst, if he fails, at least he fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who knew neither victory nor defeat. -- Teddy Roosevelt
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Mar 6 2008, 07:10 PM
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QUOTE (jame$ @ Mar 6 2008, 01:09 PM) Since the first season, I really haven't paid too much attention to Idol. I watch if I'm over at my sister's house (I don't own a TV), and then I usually only watch the audition rounds, because there's something irredeemably depraved in me that likes to watch others slowly die before millions of people. Seriously. Some of the crap has got to be staged. Anywho... I was watching last night, and I stopped about mid-way through for no other reason than wanting to reach through the screen and strangle Paula Abdul. With any job I've ever had--from bartender to insurance adjuster to Youth Pastor--there are a few certainties out there. One of those is that if I show up to work visibly drunk or stoned out of my mind, I will be fired. How does Paula still have a job? Seriously, what does she contribute to the show? She is not a talented singer, producer, or songwriter--so what is she doing on a show where vocal talent is supposed to be a large part of what leads to victory? I guess in some way it's sad to see someone whose life has become so unbearable (being a millionaire celebrity whose job entails 1.) looking good and 2.) not a damn thing else is really, really tough) that they have to choke down a fistful of meds before they even get dressed. But ultimately, I don't care. I'd love to see FOX actually muster the testicular fortitude to fire an employee whose uselessness has now been compunded by her erratic, drug-induced behavior. There's got to be some other B-list Music Industry personality out there who can look good on camera and play the part of the "nice" judge. Someone get Debby Gibson on the phone. ha...........i was thinking the same about paula.she was talking all wacky on both shows this week.!!i was like wooooooooooo.she must be on somethig. -------------------- once i wanted to be the greatest
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Mar 6 2008, 09:13 PM
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Paula is alright. She is doing her best (look who she has to work with) and some days are just harder than others.
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I shall wear the bottoms of my trousers rolled." .........................____________________________________________________________________ .........Serpents and Gloves (#12) (#532), Gray Ghost Stories (#18), Films for Radio (#1039) (#1040), .......Live From Nowhere Volume 1 (#665 1/2) (#786), Live From Nowhere Volume 2 (#20) (unnumbered), ......................Unsung 1st Printing (#309) 2nd printing (unnumbered) .......................................................~|42|~ |
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Mar 7 2008, 03:59 PM
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QUOTE (DustyVolume @ Mar 6 2008, 09:13 PM) Paula is alright. She is doing her best (look who she has to work with) and some days are just harder than others. Not buyin' it. If she has a problem, get it fixed or get off the air. It's painful to watch. -------------------- It is not the critic who counts: not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles or where the doer of deeds could have done better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood, who strives valiantly, who errs and comes up short again and again, because there is no effort without error or shortcoming, but who knows the great enthusiasms, the great devotions, who spends himself for a worthy cause; who, at the best, knows, in the end, the triumph of high achievement, and who, at the worst, if he fails, at least he fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who knew neither victory nor defeat. -- Teddy Roosevelt
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Mar 8 2008, 05:49 PM
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I don't really have a problem with Paula. Sure she's awful -- but sometimes awful can be pretty darned entertaining.
I was stunned that Danny Noriega was booted off.  That guy was sooooo entertaining.My favorite guy is David Archuleta; girl, Brooke White (her Love is A Battlefield was awesome!). I think last week's standout was David Cook -- he rocked some Lionel Richie! And I am soooo sick of Amanda Overmeyer -- the "rock" chick. Ugh. Make it stop. Can't wait to see what they all do with the Beatles songs next week! |
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Mar 8 2008, 09:03 PM
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QUOTE (Timm @ Mar 8 2008, 04:49 PM) I don't really have a problem with Paula. Sure she's awful -- but sometimes awful can be pretty darned entertaining. I dunno, i just feel embarrassed for her at this point! She seemed semi-normal during the tryouts and i was surprised. Then a couple weeks ago, the slurred pill speech came back. Oh, and that debut of her song and video. HA! just embarrassing...very embarrassing! QUOTE I was stunned that Danny Noriega was booted off. That guy was sooooo entertaining.I know...and Chickezie is still there. I don't get it! Don't get it at all. But his Tainted Love was horrible... QUOTE My favorite guy is David Archuleta; girl, Brooke White (her Love is A Battlefield was awesome!). I like little David too...cute young thing with talent. And Brooke White has really grown on me. I didn't like her in the beginning, but you're right, her version of Love is a Battlefield was FANTASTIC! QUOTE And I am soooo sick of Amanda Overmeyer -- the "rock" chick. Ugh. Make it stop. MEEEEEEE TOO! What's with her having to force a smile the other night? I've never liked her voice. I don't like her look or attitude either. I think it's time for her to go! Ugh is right! -------------------- ~Amanda~
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Mar 9 2008, 10:23 AM
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Yeah, done with rock chick. I can't imagine anyone buying an album from her.
I was really digging David Cook's version of "Hello" this week. And there's something kinda adorable about Jason Castro too. Loved the "Hallelujah"...minus that one note that all of the judges overlooked. 
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Mar 12 2008, 03:16 AM
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I thoroughly enjoyed the Lennon/McCartney theme.
Chikezie blew me away! I didn't know he had it in him, but that was AWESOME. I still want rock chick to go, but it wouldn't break my heart if country chick went instead. It kinda did break my heart a little to see Archuleta mess up so badly, but I doubt that it'll have much of an effect on his chances. I'd be surprised if he doesn't bounce back. But man, was that awful. |
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Mar 12 2008, 05:48 AM
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QUOTE (Timm @ Mar 12 2008, 04:16 AM) Chikezie blew me away! I didn't know he had it in him, but that was AWESOME. I still want rock chick to go, but it wouldn't break my heart if country chick went instead. Ditto on Chikezie. Holy cow! That was a surprise. Rock chick had a GREAT performance, I thought... but she still needs to go. Once again, David Cook was the song of the night for me on the guys' side. That kid has some mojo. He's a real rocker, without trying to be at all... For the girls, does anybody here NOT agree that Carly Smithson (Irish girl) is the one to beat? WHAT a voice that woman has! That rendition of Come Together thumped and, uh, she ain't too hard on the eyes, either. 
This post has been edited by FallingLeaf: Mar 12 2008, 05:50 AM -------------------- It is not the critic who counts: not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles or where the doer of deeds could have done better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood, who strives valiantly, who errs and comes up short again and again, because there is no effort without error or shortcoming, but who knows the great enthusiasms, the great devotions, who spends himself for a worthy cause; who, at the best, knows, in the end, the triumph of high achievement, and who, at the worst, if he fails, at least he fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who knew neither victory nor defeat. -- Teddy Roosevelt
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Mar 12 2008, 10:16 AM
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Some brief snippits from my brain.
The dialogue between Simon and Ryan is downright uncomfortable at times. They need to stop. Ryan should NEVER skip around on stage like that again. EVER. I don't care if they are short on content and he's hopped up on caffeine. I wanted to hate Chickezie's performance, since I have never liked him (except in his original audition). I didn't. David Archuletta is over-rated because he's young and (apparently) cute--although I don't see it. He just seems dorky to me, and although he is a good singer, he is a cookie cutter mold of anyone who can sing well, but has not found their "voice" yet. I keep waiting for him to do something original... Anything... David? Brook White is easily my favorite girl, with Carly coming a close second. They've both found their "voices" IMO. David Cook is my favorite guy with no close second. David has found his "voice" as well. I LOVE these three, and would buy each of their CDs right now if I could. Having said that, Carly did not impress me much last night. Did not really like her dress either. (shrug) I believe either Kristy will go home from the girls, and probably that stripper dude from the guys. Although, most of the performers seemed to struggle last night, so really any of bottom 7 or 8 are in danger IMO. Wow, that was not brief! -------------------- "I grow old … I grow old …
I shall wear the bottoms of my trousers rolled." .........................____________________________________________________________________ .........Serpents and Gloves (#12) (#532), Gray Ghost Stories (#18), Films for Radio (#1039) (#1040), .......Live From Nowhere Volume 1 (#665 1/2) (#786), Live From Nowhere Volume 2 (#20) (unnumbered), ......................Unsung 1st Printing (#309) 2nd printing (unnumbered) .......................................................~|42|~ |
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Mar 12 2008, 09:57 PM
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No objections to the bottom three, though I think the country girl was the weakest. Ah, well. No great loss this week.
-------------------- It is not the critic who counts: not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles or where the doer of deeds could have done better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood, who strives valiantly, who errs and comes up short again and again, because there is no effort without error or shortcoming, but who knows the great enthusiasms, the great devotions, who spends himself for a worthy cause; who, at the best, knows, in the end, the triumph of high achievement, and who, at the worst, if he fails, at least he fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who knew neither victory nor defeat. -- Teddy Roosevelt
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Mar 13 2008, 04:09 AM
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Brooke White is my favorite girl. I don't even really have a second place there. I used to one named Kady who always seemed to have a snotty annoyed look on her face (loved it!), but she got booted early. I'm not a fan of Carly at all really -- just something about her that annoys me.
David Cook is my favorite guy now that Noriega is gone. And I like Archuleta a lot, but I'm starting to get sick of seeing him lick his lips. Just stop please, k? Thx! I'm fine with Hernanadez going - I'll be fine if I never hear him sing again. And I suspect the country chick won't be around long anyway. |
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