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RE: American Idol Season 7 - 4/25/2008 4:16:23 PM
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I don't think this one song choice did Carly in. She's been in the bottom three before. I liked her in the beginning but found her too screechy as time went on. Plus I think those who really liked Brooke and Jason probably wanted to save them since they didn't do so well and gave more votes to them instead of spreading them around as many do until the last few weeks.
Then again, sing choice may have been a factor as some see that song as blasphemous. I don't get why she thought it was a "fun" song."
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RE: American Idol Season 7 - 4/25/2008 10:05:59 PM
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I think it was less about perceived blasphemy and more about the fact that a) she shouted the song and b) she butchered the lyrics.
Also the "It's American Idol, not Irish idol" dynamic, the "I can't stand her tattoos" dynamic (even though she was dressed appropriately that night) and the vote shifting dynamic.
Brooke gained from Kristy's votes, so she was safe. David A. was like everybody's little brother, so he was safe ... David C. was, as Randy would say, "hot" so he's safe, Jason won sympathy and is loved by teen girls, Syesha was finally in her element ... so who does that leave?
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RE: American Idol Season 7 - 4/26/2008 9:22:11 AM
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I'll miss her tatoos, her brogue, and her voice, but it was inevitable. She wasn't going to win it and she knew it.
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RE: American Idol Season 7 - 4/27/2008 4:03:27 PM
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I can't remember the name...but one of the guys who performed in Jesus Christ Superstar actually became converted after playing that role.
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RE: American Idol Season 7 - 4/27/2008 6:10:18 PM
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Hubby's predictions are for Syesha and Brooke to be in the bottom two this week, sight unseen. I really would like to wait and see Tuesday night's show before I predict anything, although I concur with hubby. I think this far into the season, it's anyone's game. There is crazy talent left - but in the end, I'm wanting to bet on the popularity factor rather than the talent factor, although I may be proven wrong, lol. I'm really curious as to how this season will end and who will be our Idol 2008 winner - I still think the top three will be the guys though - just a gut feeling, ya know?
I'm curious as to what you all think - do you think voters will go with talent (David A) after past winners haven't fared so well, despite being the most talented on the show? Or do you think voters will go with popularity (David C) following in the footsteps of those who were eliminated early (think Daughtry here...)?
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I think it was less about perceived blasphemy and more about the fact that a) she shouted the song and b) she butchered the lyrics.
Also the "It's American Idol, not Irish idol" dynamic, the "I can't stand her tattoos" dynamic (even though she was dressed appropriately that night) and the vote shifting dynamic.
Ladioffaith - I agree with what you said above. Like it or not, that's basically what it came down to, even discounting the fact that she had been in the bottom three so many times already.
Laura, thanks for continuing to explain the JCS play and movie. I've never seen either, but I'm not a big movie buff.
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RE: American Idol Season 7 - 4/27/2008 11:23:10 PM
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I just hope that Syesha do not make a stupid song choice this week, and these "stupid song choices" (except for last week, because she was lucky enough to gain praise by the three judges) had did her in, making her vunable.
And I betcha half these kids do not know who Neil Diamond is.
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RE: American Idol Season 7 - 4/28/2008 8:01:38 AM
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Hubby's predictions are for Syesha and Brooke to be in the bottom two this week, sight unseen. I really would like to wait and see Tuesday night's show before I predict anything, although I concur with hubby. I think this far into the season, it's anyone's game. There is crazy talent left - but in the end, I'm wanting to bet on the popularity factor rather than the talent factor, although I may be proven wrong, lol. I'm really curious as to how this season will end and who will be our Idol 2008 winner - I still think the top three will be the guys though - just a gut feeling, ya know?
I also think the Top 3 will be the guys. As to who will win, however, that's anybody's game. Remember Taylor? For all we know, all those teen girls could propel Jason or David A to the top. I think it should be David C, though. He has definitely been the most creative this season.
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RE: American Idol Season 7 - 4/28/2008 8:30:13 AM
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And I betcha half these kids do not know who Neil Diamond is.
I would hate to have to choose one fav. neil diamond song!
Sweet Caroline
Song Sung Blue
Play Me
You Don't Bring Me Flowers
September Morn
Love on the Rocks
What's NOT to love about such a list!
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RE: American Idol Season 7 - 4/28/2008 9:30:53 AM
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I'm curious as to what you all think - do you think voters will go with talent (David A) after past winners haven't fared so well, despite being the most talented on the show? Or do you think voters will go with popularity (David C) following in the footsteps of those who were eliminated early (think Daughtry here...)?
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and the vote shifting dynamic.
At this point the vote shifting is the biggest factor in who goes, who stays and eventually who wins. Carly's votes are most likely going to shift to David C. I can't imagine anybody else being really benefitted by Carly's fan base. I expect Brooke to go home this week. If that happens her votes will most likely shift to Jason. Syesha may benefit some from the vote shifts.
I think David A. might hurt from the vote shifts. I also don't think he has much talent as a performer. He can sing. He has a beautiful voice but his stage presence is decidedly lacking. The voter blocks for Carly and Brooke are not going to shift to a 17 year old who looks 12.
Of course it's a popularity contest. Talent and singing ability is a major factor in gaining that popularity. The WHOLE INDUSTRY runs on popularity. Careers rise and fall based on popularity.
I predict the top 3 to be David C., Jason and Syesha.
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RE: American Idol Season 7 - 4/28/2008 9:38:21 AM
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I like Soolaimon & I Am I Said. Would be very strong songs for the men. kd
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RE: American Idol Season 7 - 4/28/2008 9:44:58 AM
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I can see Jason singing either Long Fellow Serenade or Play Me. kd
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RE: American Idol Season 7 - 4/28/2008 11:07:21 AM
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I have to disagree that David A is the more talented. He can sing, but that's it. David Cook has proven he can sing, perform, and arrange. Jason has proven he can sing and arrange; he has yet to impress me as a performer. Brooke and Syesha? Wellll...
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RE: American Idol Season 7 - 4/28/2008 11:08:00 AM
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If anyone other than the 2 Davids is in the final 2, then this show is a bigger farce than it already is.
But Simon got it right when he said that it is a popularity contest first and a talent show second.
Actually, it's NEITHER...It's a REALITY show
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RE: American Idol Season 7 - 4/28/2008 11:12:52 AM
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Why is AI considered to be a reality show not a talent show? Was Star Search Search reality show? What show ever aired on TV considered to be a talent show? I would not consider AI as a reality show....it's a singing, popularity, talent show or contest....but then that's just my opinion.
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RE: American Idol Season 7 - 4/28/2008 11:18:08 AM
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I don't think the concept of reality television was there at the start of Star Search. I think it was the real thing. I think it was made relatively clear in the beginning of AI that it was a reality show. kd
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RE: American Idol Season 7 - 4/28/2008 12:34:01 PM
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Hubby's predictions are for Syesha and Brooke to be in the bottom two this week, sight unseen. I really would like to wait and see Tuesday night's show before I predict anything, although I concur with hubby. I think this far into the season, it's anyone's game. There is crazy talent left - but in the end, I'm wanting to bet on the popularity factor rather than the talent factor, although I may be proven wrong, lol. I'm really curious as to how this season will end and who will be our Idol 2008 winner - I still think the top three will be the guys though - just a gut feeling, ya know?
I also think the Top 3 will be the guys. As to who will win, however, that's anybody's game. Remember Taylor? For all we know, all those teen girls could propel Jason or David A to the top. I think it should be David C, though. He has definitely been the most creative this season.
I agree with you about David C - I'd like to see him win the whole shebang (if Jason can't - I warned y'all earlier he was my fave  ). I'm not too sure who has the most votes from the teens - be it Jason or David A... might be fun to research and see. 
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At this point the vote shifting is the biggest factor in who goes, who stays and eventually who wins. Carly's votes are most likely going to shift to David C. I can't imagine anybody else being really benefitted by Carly's fan base. I expect Brooke to go home this week. If that happens her votes will most likely shift to Jason. Syesha may benefit some from the vote shifts.
I think David A. might hurt from the vote shifts. I also don't think he has much talent as a performer. He can sing. He has a beautiful voice but his stage presence is decidedly lacking. The voter blocks for Carly and Brooke are not going to shift to a 17 year old who looks 12.
Of course it's a popularity contest. Talent and singing ability is a major factor in gaining that popularity. The WHOLE INDUSTRY runs on popularity. Careers rise and fall based on popularity.
I predict the top 3 to be David C., Jason and Syesha.
Laura, I hadn't thought about vote shifting. Thanks for getting my mind back in the game. I agree with you that Carly's votes will most likely go to David C - her fan base and his should have been very similar due to their genres. I personally agree with you on Brooke going home this week, unless she pulls a magical rabbit out of a hat and salvages votes she has lost in the past.
With David A - the boy can sing, he can play piano, but I also agree with you that his stage presence is lacking. I can't watch him anymore - just gotta listen, because he has some habits that are getting to me as well. (I'm so picky! Sorry... Just little behaviors catch my attention and I find myself hanging on to those quirks instead of paying attention to the music and the voice...)
I do have a question for you - do you not think that some of those who vote for Brooke would vote for David A if Brooke were to go home this week? They have the same "stage presence", in a sense, as well as the same "soft hearted, cutesy" personalities and song preferences. Just my thoughts. 
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I have to disagree that David A is the more talented. He can sing, but that's it. David Cook has proven he can sing, perform, and arrange. Jason has proven he can sing and arrange; he has yet to impress me as a performer. Brooke and Syesha? Wellll...
David C has admitted that many of his arrangements have come from other bands and song writers - he can't claim the arrangements that he hasn't done, and he was called on it a while back, both on Idol and in print... not that I don't like him, I just wasn't sure if you were aware of this fact.
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I don't think the concept of reality television was there at the start of Star Search. I think it was the real thing. I think it was made relatively clear in the beginning of AI that it was a reality show. kd
I agree with you here - Star Search was back in the caveman days, as far as reality shows go. Back then, I do think the results were based more on talent than on popularity. Also, the folks performing there really didn't have a chance to build up a fan base, ya know? I also agree with you that Idol is first and foremost a reality show based on popularity with talent coming in at second.
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RE: American Idol Season 7 - 4/28/2008 1:07:42 PM
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Me again... doing research here  ... just wanted to throw in a few comments I just read.
From April 8...
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Simon Cowell and Randy Jackson agree American Idol's seventh-season finale will be a showdown between David Archuleta and David Cook.
"It will be David versus David. That's what I predict," said Cowell during an appearance on Monday's Larry King Live broadcast. "That will be a good final."
"It's about a boy. It's a boy that's going to win this year," added Jackson.
Cowell had previously described Archuleta as the "one to beat," and reiterated those comments about the 17-year-old during the Larry King Live appearance. "When we were on the road I kept referring to him as the 16-year-old savant," said Abdul. "He really has that presence. He knows who he is."
"He's the one to beat," said Cowell before providing his reasoning. "This guy is going to have the teen vote. He's going to have what I call the granny votes. The kids love him. This is the guy I would actually choose to listen to on a personal level," added Cowell. "Forget what I think about the business. I like this guy. I think he's very good."
Jackson agreed Archuleta is "one of the ones to beat" and called him "really, really talented" before offering warning that he may have peaked too early.
While Seacrest wouldn't predict who he thought will walk away with the title, he did make one guarantee as Idol's seventh season continues to wind down.
"I think it's going to be the greatest race to the finish that we've ever had," he said.
So if we go off what the judges think, David A has it in the bag. Thoughts on this, anyone? Think anything has changed in nearly a month that has passed since these comments were published? (Might I add that I've had the savant thought too? )
Now, for another source, from April 10...
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Daily Charts — Top 8 Songs:
1. Jason Castro — “Over The Rainbow”
2. David Archuleta — “Angels”
3. David Cook — “Innocent”
4. Michael Johns — “Dream On”
5. Kristy Lee Cook — “Anyway”
6. Brooke White — “You’ve Got a Friend”
7. Carly Smithson — “The Show Must Go On”
8. Syesha Mercado — “I Believe”
These are stats based on songs downloaded from iTunes. How heavily do you think downloads impact the fan base and votes each week? And given the choice, whose album would you definitely buy, were the top 5 all to sign record labels and produce albums?
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Following last week’s performances, not much has changed in our American Idol Power Poll. Let’s take a look at the most recent rankings…
1. David Cook.
2. David Archuleta: At least he mixed it up last week. Young David still sang a ballad, he still gave us a pained, emotional expression. But the dude rocked some serious leather pants.
3. Jason Castro: The biggest mover of the week. We respect those that remain true to who they are, and Castro and his guitar can always be relied on for acoustic, unique versions of hit songs.
If you follow the results of this poll - it could give credence to those of us who believe that the top 3 will be guys... Any thoughts on the comments above?
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This week is Neil Diamond and at least that will give the singers a variety of songs to perform that might keep the audience interested and give them a chance to show off something. It is a very tough call to predict who leaves. Brooke White must have picked up most of the Kristy Lee Cook voters once she was shown the door as it was stunning that she wasn't in the bottom two.
Jason Castro has a decent sized fan base, so unless he completely tanks next week I believe he will hang in there and make it through one more week. Without hearing the songs yet, it seems that Syesha Mercado is the most vulnerable.
Do you agree with the thoughts on Syesha? Or do you think it will be Brooke's week to leave? Who do you think will be able to sing Neil Diamond and "blow it out" as hubby puts it?
And finally, from April 28 (today):
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Is this the week that Jason Castro really makes his move? Neil Diamond week will give the American idol dark horse plenty of options for a number that can vault him into the top three. The consensus seems to be that the final show will be David Archuleta versus rocker David Cook, but what if Castro shows up to crash the party?
Some conventional wisdom also seems to be moving towards a shocking elimination and one of the girls, Brooke White or Syesha Mercado, making a run at the final two. The only shocking elimination right now would be David Cook, and it would be just as stunning as when Chris Daughtry was voted off and didn't even make the top three during season five.
That put Elliott Yamin, Katharine McPhee and eventual winner Taylor Hicks as the top three. Some believe that Jason could be this year's Elliott Yamin, while many believe that if Brooke White can get it together she can be this season's Katharine McPhee. Of course that would lead to a finals blow out as David Archuleta would play the role of Taylor Hicks as he has all the votes.
But now it is all about building a career and the Neil Diamond week might really help Jason Castro boost his profile.
This brings up my final questions - do you think there will be a surprise elimination this week? AND Do you concur with the statements above?
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RE: American Idol Season 7 - 4/28/2008 2:08:21 PM
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I do have a question for you - do you not think that some of those who vote for Brooke would vote for David A if Brooke were to go home this week? They have the same "stage presence", in a sense, as well as the same "soft hearted, cutesy" personalities and song preferences. Just my thoughts.
Some but not enough to make a difference for David A. Brooke's "Carly Simon" style is closer to Jason's accoustic style.
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Me again... doing research here ... just wanted to throw in a few comments I just read.
From April 8...
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Simon Cowell and Randy Jackson agree American Idol's seventh-season finale will be a showdown between David Archuleta and David Cook.
"It will be David versus David. That's what I predict," said Cowell during an appearance on Monday's Larry King Live broadcast. "That will be a good final."
"It's about a boy. It's a boy that's going to win this year," added Jackson.
Cowell had previously described Archuleta as the "one to beat," and reiterated those comments about the 17-year-old during the Larry King Live appearance. "When we were on the road I kept referring to him as the 16-year-old savant," said Abdul. "He really has that presence. He knows who he is."
"He's the one to beat," said Cowell before providing his reasoning. "This guy is going to have the teen vote. He's going to have what I call the granny votes. The kids love him. This is the guy I would actually choose to listen to on a personal level," added Cowell. "Forget what I think about the business. I like this guy. I think he's very good."
Jackson agreed Archuleta is "one of the ones to beat" and called him "really, really talented" before offering warning that he may have peaked too early.
While Seacrest wouldn't predict who he thought will walk away with the title, he did make one guarantee as Idol's seventh season continues to wind down.
"I think it's going to be the greatest race to the finish that we've ever had," he said.
So if we go off what the judges think, David A has it in the bag. Thoughts on this, anyone? Think anything has changed in nearly a month that has passed since these comments were published? (Might I add that I've had the savant thought too? )
Nothing about David A has changed since those comments were published. David A still sings mostly ballads, mostly boring and still has not shown any improvement in stage presence. This leads to fan-malaise for David A while others are improving and gaining fans. His "savant" image combined with those irritating behaviors and lack of stage presence may knock him out of the top 3. I really think he's going to be the shocker 4th place elimination.
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Now, for another source, from April 10...
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Daily Charts — Top 8 Songs:
1. Jason Castro — “Over The Rainbow”
2. David Archuleta — “Angels”
3. David Cook — “Innocent”
4. Michael Johns — “Dream On”
5. Kristy Lee Cook — “Anyway”
6. Brooke White — “You’ve Got a Friend”
7. Carly Smithson — “The Show Must Go On”
8. Syesha Mercado — “I Believe”
These are stats based on songs downloaded from iTunes. How heavily do you think downloads impact the fan base and votes each week? And given the choice, whose album would you definitely buy, were the top 5 all to sign record labels and produce albums?
I don't think that the downloads impact the fan base or votes. I do think they are a definite indication of the fan base and votes. I haven't bought any AI alumni albums but if I were forced to buy one from this year's crop it would probably be Jason Castro's. I don't think he's the best (that would be David C at this point) but his style will lend itself to great representation by a good songwriter and studio production.
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Following last week’s performances, not much has changed in our American Idol Power Poll. Let’s take a look at the most recent rankings…
1. David Cook.
2. David Archuleta: At least he mixed it up last week. Young David still sang a ballad, he still gave us a pained, emotional expression. But the dude rocked some serious leather pants.
3. Jason Castro: The biggest mover of the week. We respect those that remain true to who they are, and Castro and his guitar can always be relied on for acoustic, unique versions of hit songs.
If you follow the results of this poll - it could give credence to those of us who believe that the top 3 will be guys... Any thoughts on the comments above?
Syesha is rising fast in her performances. If she does Neil Diamond the justice I believe she is capable of, Syesha may very well displace Archie.
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This week is Neil Diamond and at least that will give the singers a variety of songs to perform that might keep the audience interested and give them a chance to show off something. It is a very tough call to predict who leaves. Brooke White must have picked up most of the Kristy Lee Cook voters once she was shown the door as it was stunning that she wasn't in the bottom two.
Jason Castro has a decent sized fan base, so unless he completely tanks next week I believe he will hang in there and make it through one more week. Without hearing the songs yet, it seems that Syesha Mercado is the most vulnerable.
Do you agree with the thoughts on Syesha? Or do you think it will be Brooke's week to leave? Who do you think will be able to sing Neil Diamond and "blow it out" as hubby puts it?
No, I don't agree with those thoughts on Syesha. Neil Diamond's songs demand personality. David C and Jason both have plenty of personality even if they are on the opposite ends of the spectrum. If Syesha learned anything from ALW week, it's the importance of performing. As long as she infuses Neil Diamond's music with that level of performance she'll hit a homerun. If Archuleta sings a ballad or another save-the-planet song he may be putting more nails in his home-going casket but he can't "do" upbeat. Brooke is self-destructing. Some articles say that she had a serious meltdown during the station break after she was declared safe last week. If her nerves cause her to bungle the music or the lyrics she's history.
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Is this the week that Jason Castro really makes his move? Neil Diamond week will give the American idol dark horse plenty of options for a number that can vault him into the top three. The consensus seems to be that the final show will be David Archuleta versus rocker David Cook, but what if Castro shows up to crash the party?
Some conventional wisdom also seems to be moving towards a shocking elimination and one of the girls, Brooke White or Syesha Mercado, making a run at the final two. The only shocking elimination right now would be David Cook, and it would be just as stunning as when Chris Daughtry was voted off and didn't even make the top three during season five.
That put Elliott Yamin, Katharine McPhee and eventual winner Taylor Hicks as the top three. Some believe that Jason could be this year's Elliott Yamin, while many believe that if Brooke White can get it together she can be this season's Katharine McPhee. Of course that would lead to a finals blow out as David Archuleta would play the role of Taylor Hicks as he has all the votes.
But now it is all about building a career and the Neil Diamond week might really help Jason Castro boost his profile.
This brings up my final questions - do you think there will be a surprise elimination this week? AND Do you concur with the statements above?
Jason definitely looks like a party crasher. I don't think there will be a shocking elimination this week. Next week...yes.
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RE: American Idol Season 7 - 4/28/2008 4:30:57 PM
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I also think the Top 3 will be the guys. As to who will win, however, that's anybody's game. Remember Taylor? For all we know, all those teen girls could propel Jason or David A to the top. I think it should be David C, though. He has definitely been the most creative this season.
I agree.
I've bought a few songs from several of these finalists from itunes - mostly Jason's songs.
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RE: American Idol Season 7 - 4/28/2008 4:57:50 PM
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Nothing about David A has changed since those comments were published. David A still sings mostly ballads, mostly boring and still has not shown any improvement in stage presence. This leads to fan-malaise for David A while others are improving and gaining fans. His "savant" image combined with those irritating behaviors and lack of stage presence may knock him out of the top 3. I really think he's going to be the shocker 4th place elimination.
Hmmmm... something to ponder here. You may very well be right, Laura. I think it will be interesting to see what he comes up with tomorrow night. However, how big of a role are those teeny-bopper votes going to play here? So many of them think David A is "adorable" and other words I won't mention here, although his *ahem* "purity" has come into play in plenty of posts and comments I've seen. (All which are in favor of David A, not against him...)
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I don't think that the downloads impact the fan base or votes. I do think they are a definite indication of the fan base and votes. I haven't bought any AI alumni albums but if I were forced to buy one from this year's crop it would probably be Jason Castro's. I don't think he's the best (that would be David C at this point) but his style will lend itself to great representation by a good songwriter and studio production.
Once again, I agree with you. I think the downloads speak more for the serious voters and are a more accurate reflection of the fan base each Idol contestant has. I would be right beside you buying an album of Jason Castro's, by the way. (Despite the fact that I pretty much only listen to country. I really, really like Jason's music and style.) I just think Jason has an awesome style that would be both entertaining and easy to listen to. As far as albums purchased from AI alumni, I've purchased Carrie Underwood, Taylor Hicks and the first one by Clay Aiken. Carrie is my fave out of those three by far.
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Syesha is rising fast in her performances. If she does Neil Diamond the justice I believe she is capable of, Syesha may very well displace Archie.
So in the end, you think personality + talent will defeat talent alone? (I'm just playing the role of the spoiler here to generate more discussion, hopefully. Please don't take offense to my question.)
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No, I don't agree with those thoughts on Syesha. Neil Diamond's songs demand personality. David C and Jason both have plenty of personality even if they are on the opposite ends of the spectrum. If Syesha learned anything from ALW week, it's the importance of performing. As long as she infuses Neil Diamond's music with that level of performance she'll hit a homerun. If Archuleta sings a ballad or another save-the-planet song he may be putting more nails in his home-going casket but he can't "do" upbeat. Brooke is self-destructing. Some articles say that she had a serious meltdown during the station break after she was declared safe last week. If her nerves cause her to bungle the music or the lyrics she's history.
I hadn't heard about Brooke breaking down last week. And I am at your term "save-the-planet" with David A - you pretty much hit the nail on the head there, although I hadn't thought about it in those terms. If he can do upbeat at all, this would be the week to pull that out - but I'm thinking you are right in stating he can't do so. Thank you for saying Jason has personality - so many people just don't see that, but I think by just being himself each week and staying true to his terms and his genre, he's shown what he is truly made out of - and has become his own personality. (Does that make sense?)
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Jason definitely looks like a party crasher. I don't think there will be a shocking elimination this week. Next week...yes.
So what's your prediction for this week? Brooke? And next week, David A being the surprise elimination? If so, that would leave Syesha, David C and Jason for the top 3... not too bad of a combination in my book, as Syesha does tend to grow on me - especially when she shows her fun side. It's really going to be interesting to watch how these final weeks all pan out... I can't wait for tomorrow and Wednesday nights to see what happens!
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RE: American Idol Season 7 - 4/29/2008 10:08:42 AM
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So what's your prediction for this week? Brooke? And next week, David A being the surprise elimination? If so, that would leave Syesha, David C and Jason for the top 3... not too bad of a combination in my book, as Syesha does tend to grow on me - especially when she shows her fun side. It's really going to be interesting to watch how these final weeks all pan out... I can't wait for tomorrow and Wednesday nights to see what happens!
That would be my prediction as long as Syesha gives a dynamic performance tonight and next week.
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RE: American Idol Season 7 - 4/29/2008 11:29:18 AM
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Simon Cowell and Randy Jackson agree American Idol's seventh-season finale will be a showdown between David Archuleta and David Cook.
"It will be David versus David. That's what I predict," said Cowell during an appearance on Monday's Larry King Live broadcast. "That will be a good final."
"It's about a boy. It's a boy that's going to win this year," added Jackson.
Cowell had previously described Archuleta as the "one to beat," and reiterated those comments about the 17-year-old during the Larry King Live appearance. "When we were on the road I kept referring to him as the 16-year-old savant," said Abdul. "He really has that presence. He knows who he is."
"He's the one to beat," said Cowell before providing his reasoning. "This guy is going to have the teen vote. He's going to have what I call the granny votes. The kids love him. This is the guy I would actually choose to listen to on a personal level," added Cowell. "Forget what I think about the business. I like this guy. I think he's very good."
Jackson agreed Archuleta is "one of the ones to beat" and called him "really, really talented" before offering warning that he may have peaked too early.
While Seacrest wouldn't predict who he thought will walk away with the title, he did make one guarantee as Idol's seventh season continues to wind down.
"I think it's going to be the greatest race to the finish that we've ever had," he said.
For once I don't agree with Simon. I think David C is giving him a serious run for his money, and has a better chance of winning. I do agree with the judges overall, however, that the final will be two boy | | |
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