American Idol is Back!

Glenn Suchan · Post by **Glenn Suchan** » 13 Feb 2008 11:04 am

Bill, I couldn't agree more. I didn't think she "cut-it" for her initial audition. There was only ONE Janis Joplin, and that was more than enough (my flame suit's on). Now, if she were to do a version of a Alberta Hunter or Ruth Brown song, that would be cool.

Keep on pickin'!
Glenn

Ken Thompson · Post by **Ken Thompson** » 13 Feb 2008 11:38 am

Hi guys, I didn't get to see the second hour last night but I have it recorded so I guess I know what I will be watching tonight. I will weigh in later.

Larry Miller · Post by **Larry Miller** » 14 Feb 2008 6:13 am

Josiah is gone. It appears there will not be a "Sanjaya" this year, that is a GOOD thing.

Barry Blackwood · Post by **Barry Blackwood** » 14 Feb 2008 8:21 am

Mike P. Not to hijack this thread, but on what basis do you qualify "Weeds" as a "first class show?"

Roger Rettig · Post by **Roger Rettig** » 14 Feb 2008 9:35 am

That puzzled me, too...

P Gleespen · Post by **P Gleespen** » 14 Feb 2008 1:58 pm

That puzzled me, too...

Could it be that the subject matter is near and dear to his heart? I've (ahem) heard that stuff can cloud your judgment.

Mike Perlowin · Post by **Mike Perlowin** » 14 Feb 2008 3:07 pm

Barry Blackwood wrote:Mike P. Not to hijack this thread, but on what basis do you qualify "Weeds" as a "first class show?"

Well this may be a case of beauty being in the eyes of the beholder but I thing Weeds is one of the funniest shows I ever saw. I burst out laughing at every episode.

I also have a crush on Mary Louise Parker.

Donna Dodd · Post by **Donna Dodd** » 15 Feb 2008 6:12 pm

THE GIRLS:

I think if Amanda (the nurse) steps out of her box to do something country - she could possibly even have the Tanya Tucker appeal! I'm not ruling her out just yet.

Syesha (the girl who lost her voice) and sang Chain of Fools has a strong voice. I liked her, as well.

But the voice that really blows me away belongs to Tattoo-Girl. I can't wait to hear her sing more contemporary pieces.

THE GUYS:
I hated to see Josiah leave because the mother in me just wanted to throw him over my shoulder and try to burp him. I liked his voice - didn't like his strategy with Standy By Me - He was pretty emotional, but I think due more to not getting any sleep. I really liked him.

I think the guy from Atlanta, Michael Johns, has a beautiful voice and nice stage presence.

But 16 year old David Archelotta will capture the hearts of everyone. His voice is so warm and mature - and he has great control. I'm going to predict that he will be our next American Idol.

Bill Miller · Post by **Bill Miller** » 15 Feb 2008 7:59 pm

Wow Donna! You're predicting a winner already! I've only memorized one name yet...Amanda. I haven't given up on her either, although her second performance didn't impress me quite as much. But she's got something and when she gets working with the coaches they'll steer her in the right direction. If she tamed it down and smoothed it out just a little she could handle Bonnie Raitt material well too.

Donna Dodd · Post by **Donna Dodd** » 15 Feb 2008 9:31 pm

Good point, Bill - I could see her doing Bonnie!

Brett Day · Post by **Brett Day** » 15 Feb 2008 11:21 pm

Donna, did you know that "I Can't Make You Love Me" has been performed on Idol more than one time? I loved Melinda Doolittle and Jordin Sparks. Jordin did a really powerful version of "The Star Spangled Banner" at the SuperBowl this year-it just amazed me! And, if you watched Idol last year or somewhere around there, there was a girl named Amy Krebs on there who sang a wonderful version of "I Can't Make You Love Me" and the recording featured steel. Amy lost the competition, but it was still amazing!There ain't no doubt about it-Melinda was amazing!

Brett

Chris LeDrew · Post by **Chris LeDrew** » 15 Feb 2008 11:35 pm

Brett, your posts are a breath of fresh air. The forum benefits from your positive input.

Keep on pickin'!

Chris

Brett Day · Post by **Brett Day** » 15 Feb 2008 11:48 pm

Thank you, Chris.

Brett

Barry Blackwood · Post by **Barry Blackwood** » 16 Feb 2008 6:08 pm

I'm with you, Donna - David Archuleta is the bomb!

Theresa Galbraith · Post by **Theresa Galbraith** » 18 Feb 2008 5:51 am

I wanted Drew the country guy to carry on.

I like David alot too.
Michael Johns I believe has a great shot!

G Strout · Post by **G Strout** » 18 Feb 2008 6:33 am

I watch the show rarely...and then only when it is the begining of the selection stages. It is funny to watch the "non singers" audition.
The saddest thing about the show, for me anyway, is that a major talent like Randy Jackson would lend himself to a train wreck like this....this guy is an excellent Bassist and producer ..having played with everyone from Jean Luc Ponty, Billy Cobham, Bob Dylan, Aretha Franklin, the list goes on and on......
Just seems sad somehow.

Doug Beaumier · Post by **Doug Beaumier** » 18 Feb 2008 10:12 am

The saddest thing about the show, for me anyway, is that a major talent like Randy Jackson would lend himself to a train wreck like this....

The things people do for money...

I'm still wondering why anyone over the age of 14 would sit and watch this nonsense. A lot of my students watch it, mostly the teenage girls, but I don't know any adults who care about it.

Theresa Galbraith · Post by **Theresa Galbraith** » 18 Feb 2008 7:15 pm

You've just read several that do watch and enjoy it.

Marc Friedland · Post by **Marc Friedland** » 19 Feb 2008 5:35 am

My wife and I have enjoyed watching almost every episode since the show first started.
We find it entertaining, and feel glad when very talented young people get a chance to showcase their skills and jumpstart their deserving careers. I also enjoy the early “bad” auditions because they’re funny without intending to be so, and I find that entertaining. As for comedy, I would prefer to watch my favorite, Whose Line Is It Anyway, but they stopped making new episodes about 5 years ago, though I don’t think I’ll ever get tired of watching reruns of that show.

Back to American Idol, its disappointing when the judges don’t allow a deserving talent to go through to the next level, or when the young unknowing audience keeps voting their favorite on simply because of the way they look or where they’re from, instead of their talent, but it does keep things interesting, and anyway, the contestant doesn’t actually have to win the whole thing in order to establish a large enough fan base to launch their career, providing they truly have the needed skills and make good decisions along the way.

-- Marc

Andy Greatrix · Post by **Andy Greatrix** » 19 Feb 2008 6:24 am

Theresa Galbraith wrote:You've just read several that do watch and enjoy it.

That just goes to show you that you're only young once, but you can be immature forever.

Ken Thompson · Post by **Ken Thompson** » 19 Feb 2008 8:43 am

I would love to join the conversation but I haven't learned all the contestant's names yet. Carry on, I will join later.

ken

Doug Beaumier · Post by **Doug Beaumier** » 19 Feb 2008 9:30 am

That just goes to show you that you're only young once, but you can be immature forever.

Good one, Andy!

Barry Blackwood · Post by **Barry Blackwood** » 19 Feb 2008 10:09 am

"That just goes to show you that you're only young once, but you can be immature forever."

Since we're knocking off quotations here, here's one from Oscar Wilde:

"Quotation is a serviceable substitute for wit."

Theresa Galbraith · Post by **Theresa Galbraith** » 19 Feb 2008 10:28 am

If the ones that watch Idol are immature to you, so be it!
The show is about persuing a dream singing,love of music and I personally commend them for that.

I could think of alot worse things to watch on TV.

Andy Greatrix · Post by **Andy Greatrix** » 19 Feb 2008 10:35 pm

You can sing and love music anywhere.

I've been singing and playing since I was 6 years old and have made hundreds of dollars doing it.

These people want to be a star and are willing to sign their life away to Simon and jump through hoops to achieve that goal.

Like Wilf Carter said "The only stars are in the sky and you can see them at night, when there are no clouds."