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By: David Archuleta Fans

David Archuleta Fans — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 07:05:23 +0000

David Archuleta Fans…

If you don’ t watch American Idol , you’ re not interested in this. If you do watch American Idol, you’ re probably only marginally interested in my take on the top 10….

By: Sherry

Sherry — Sun, 09 Mar 2008 17:25:31 +0000

Monica, I do remember he blew out his vocal chords and I agree that he “sounds” that way. I think that “husky” quality in his voice is a result of his injuries. I have thought it might happen again as well.

But there is a heart in him and he is not afraid to let it show…so I wish him the best.

By: Monica

Monica — Sun, 09 Mar 2008 07:52:17 +0000

Well, I agree with Sherry about Jason Castro. I know that dreadlocks are equated with dope. Still, I don’t think a stoned person could have delivered that song the other night the way he did. In my experience, stoned persons don’t do three or 4 syllable words well, let alone put together a whole song of them. But..I may be wrong.

I just think David Archuletta is about to blow out his vocal chords again. Does anyone else recall that he blew out a vocal chord at age 14 or something? Maybe its an internet hoax. But..if its true, it certainly backs up my theory of the stage mother from hell. Maybe if he had not been blowing out his chords accosting people in hotel lobbies in season one, he might be even better. He is gifted, I will grant you that. Do you think his mom might have waited two or more years before pushing her 16 year old son into this limelight? I really feel sorry for the guy. Not sorry enough to vote for him, but really…do we need another teen idol?

By: Paula

Paula — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 23:01:33 +0000

I’m in nw Ohio where we have just spent two hellacious days in a winter storm/blizzard. On our local FOX station they were showing something called “IDOL REWIND”. I watched the episode with Kimberly Lock belting out “My Heart Will Go On”, Rueben Studdard singing “Kiss and Say Goodbye”, Clay Aiken, Josh (something), Trenyce, Ricky Smith etc. What really struck me was how much better these contestants were. I mean, I remembered the excitement of watching each week and hoping your favorite would make it through another week. I remember feeling angry when one you thought was really good would get voted off and someone else would stay that you thought without a doubt would go. It made me sad to think that during this years competition I have never once cared that much about any of them. I seriously dont think any of them are anywhere near the caliber of entertainers that they have had in the past years. Sigh….

By: Sherry

Sherry — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 22:31:11 +0000

I would like to add (not that it will accomplish anything) but I come to realize that the true artist is not the one that can sing (they all could pretty well) but the one that can bring some originality and make the words “live” and touch your heart in the process. It is not about looks nor just a good singing voice nor the desire to have a job singing or to be an Idol with fans as Danny Noriega seemed to want.

Amanda can sing…but she is a poor imitation of Janis Joplin who affected a whole generation with her music and her originality. This is why Amanda will not be a star but Janis was. Her looks nor her raspy voice were particularly desirable…but she had that elusive “something” that drew people to her. She was a true artist.

This is why I like Jason Castro. There is in him an artist. I bet anything that he composes songs and to him it is the expression of an artist.

I think David Archuleta is on that path as well.

When you look at those who are in the final 12…you have to ask yourself…will they affect a generation or are they just another decent singer with a pretty/handsome face.

By: Monica

Monica — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 04:55:29 +0000

looking at the official am idol forums, it appears there is a sizeable contingent who believe Danny was ousted by the producers and not the voters. I find that hard to believe because I’m pretty sure a lot of people tuned in last year just to see when Sanjaya would be kicked off and Danny provided the Sanjaya factor this year in that you either loved him or hated him. So, I would think producers would want to keep him around awhile for ratings. Seems harsh to *hate* a kid like Danny and I truly don’t. I just hated his singing and attitude. My guess..the combination of his little Merry Christmas video and telling Simon *whatever* led to a bunch of people voting for abd.

I didn’t comment on Blake’s performance. I was never a big fan of his and thought the beat boxing was overrated. I agree that if he were up against this year’s men, he would not have gone as far as he did. But, if people want to buy his records, all power to him. And, I must admit, I never got the Frank Sinatra thing either until he got old and his phrasing started appealing to me. Probably, I’m tone deaf.

By: Jo

Jo — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 00:07:04 +0000

THAT’S WHAT BEEN MISSING! “SEACREST OUT!” YES, PLEASE BRING IT BACK! DANNY KEPT THINGS INTERESTING, ALTHOUGH HIS FEMININE WAYS GOT TIRING. CAN AMANDA ACTUALLY SMILE? SHE NEVER ACTS LIKE SHE IS AT ALL EXCITED TO BE THERE.

By: FormerKansan

FormerKansan — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 19:20:30 +0000

BTW, Am I the only one that misses Ryan signing off with, “Seacrest out!”???

By: FormerKansan

FormerKansan — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 19:19:13 +0000

Love the blog Denise!

Jason is a stoner hippy. Can’t stand him. I am just waiting for him to roll out on stage in a VW van with flowers painted on the side.

Danny creeps me out. Glad he won’t haunt my dreams any longer.

Amanda is terrible. I don’t think I can elaborate. However, I do think she has a future in biker bars across the country.

Archuletta, Hernandez, Syesha, Brooke and David Cook are the only ones that could make it. Still upset Whitaker is gone. She will do great things.

By: sherry mason

sherry mason — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 17:38:35 +0000

I really really really like Jason. I always base my “decisions” on who I think I could listen to sing several songs (i.e. like at a concert).

Jason may not sing soul but he has “soul”. I think that is what makes him awkward in interviews but captivating when he sings.

Syesha should have gone. After listening to her sing (second week in a row) about having an illicit love affair…I have to wonder what she does in her spare time.