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AI Recaps March 8th
The Results and Our Top 12
It is results night. We finally find out our top 12 Idol finalists. Who will sit on the bed pans of triumph and who will be sent packing?
But first we need another group sing. The contestants sleepwalk their way through an anemic “Stuck in the Middle with You.” Remember that torture scene if “Reservoir Dogs?” Yea, this was worse.
This being Idol, we can’t just ramble off the names of the top 12 and the 4 unfortunate souls who don’t make it. We have to fill it with other things. Carrie Underwood, season 4’s winner, stops by and sings “Wasted,” a rather appropriate song considering some of the contestants who have wasted our precious time, right? I wasn’t thrilled about her song (I was more of a Bo supporter that season), but the accompanying violin player was really cute.
Then Ryan makes a huge announcement. This year is the year of Idol Giving Back. Idol, along with its sponsors, notable guests, and us, the viewers, will be doing its share to help alleviate poverty in both the US and in the continent of Africa. I’d usually look at this with a cynical eye, but these are issues that I’m concerned about. Though Hurricane Katrina happened nearly two years ago, its effects are still being felt in the gulf coast. Obviously I don't have to tell anyone here that considering all of you are a very aware bunch.
And when Ryan mentioned Bono and his work on behalf of Africa, I totally squealed! I also instantly thought of this place and the wonderful posters who are doing their part to alleviate the problems facing the African continent. This include buying RED products, giving money to causes you believe in like the African Well Fund, actually going to African countries, and educating yourselves about the issues. You guys are my American and International Idols. I love you guys!!!
But let me get off my soapbox and discuss the reason why we tuned into the results show, our new top 12.
Some top 12 are no-brainers. Blake, Chris S., Melinda, and LaKisha are in fine form and are getting a lot of buzz on the Internet. I also like Brandon, Stephanie, Jordin, and Gina and am happy to see them get through. I’m not thrilled with Chris R or Phil, but obviously these two do have their fans. Haley and Sunjaya are pure headscratchers for me. Sunjaya is a talented kid, but he is a kid and it shows. Even he doesn’t believe he should be there. As for Haley, she’s a bit too sugary sweet for me, but she may surprise us during the theme weeks. If AI did a Broadway night she’d probably do a great job singing “Popular” from the show “Wicked.”
As for the booted? I wasn’t surprised to see Jared go. His voice is decent, but he really didn’t establish a distinct identity.
I was happy to see Antonella go. It was almost a belated birthday present to me. Antonella combined a lethal mix of little talent with a huge sense of entitlement. How long before she poses for Maxim and shows up on the “Surreal Life” and then tumbles into obscurity?
Sundance, Sundance, Sundance. Where is that guy who blew me away at his initial audition? Though I thought he was much more talented than Sunjaya, but I also thought he had a huge fall from grace week after week. Plus the tweeners aren’t going to vote for a guy who lacks the non-threatening prettiness of Sunjaya.
Sabrina getting the Idol boot was a definite shocker. Why? I’m wondering if she got lost in the shuffle of the other R & B belting divas. This is sad, but she’s very talented.
So there you have it, our top 12 of AI Season 6. Diana Ross will be joining us next week. Be careful kids. Miss Ross can cut you without removing her fur or touching up her weave.
The Results and Our Top 12
It is results night. We finally find out our top 12 Idol finalists. Who will sit on the bed pans of triumph and who will be sent packing?
But first we need another group sing. The contestants sleepwalk their way through an anemic “Stuck in the Middle with You.” Remember that torture scene if “Reservoir Dogs?” Yea, this was worse.
This being Idol, we can’t just ramble off the names of the top 12 and the 4 unfortunate souls who don’t make it. We have to fill it with other things. Carrie Underwood, season 4’s winner, stops by and sings “Wasted,” a rather appropriate song considering some of the contestants who have wasted our precious time, right? I wasn’t thrilled about her song (I was more of a Bo supporter that season), but the accompanying violin player was really cute.
Then Ryan makes a huge announcement. This year is the year of Idol Giving Back. Idol, along with its sponsors, notable guests, and us, the viewers, will be doing its share to help alleviate poverty in both the US and in the continent of Africa. I’d usually look at this with a cynical eye, but these are issues that I’m concerned about. Though Hurricane Katrina happened nearly two years ago, its effects are still being felt in the gulf coast. Obviously I don't have to tell anyone here that considering all of you are a very aware bunch.
And when Ryan mentioned Bono and his work on behalf of Africa, I totally squealed! I also instantly thought of this place and the wonderful posters who are doing their part to alleviate the problems facing the African continent. This include buying RED products, giving money to causes you believe in like the African Well Fund, actually going to African countries, and educating yourselves about the issues. You guys are my American and International Idols. I love you guys!!!
But let me get off my soapbox and discuss the reason why we tuned into the results show, our new top 12.
Some top 12 are no-brainers. Blake, Chris S., Melinda, and LaKisha are in fine form and are getting a lot of buzz on the Internet. I also like Brandon, Stephanie, Jordin, and Gina and am happy to see them get through. I’m not thrilled with Chris R or Phil, but obviously these two do have their fans. Haley and Sunjaya are pure headscratchers for me. Sunjaya is a talented kid, but he is a kid and it shows. Even he doesn’t believe he should be there. As for Haley, she’s a bit too sugary sweet for me, but she may surprise us during the theme weeks. If AI did a Broadway night she’d probably do a great job singing “Popular” from the show “Wicked.”
As for the booted? I wasn’t surprised to see Jared go. His voice is decent, but he really didn’t establish a distinct identity.
I was happy to see Antonella go. It was almost a belated birthday present to me. Antonella combined a lethal mix of little talent with a huge sense of entitlement. How long before she poses for Maxim and shows up on the “Surreal Life” and then tumbles into obscurity?
Sundance, Sundance, Sundance. Where is that guy who blew me away at his initial audition? Though I thought he was much more talented than Sunjaya, but I also thought he had a huge fall from grace week after week. Plus the tweeners aren’t going to vote for a guy who lacks the non-threatening prettiness of Sunjaya.
Sabrina getting the Idol boot was a definite shocker. Why? I’m wondering if she got lost in the shuffle of the other R & B belting divas. This is sad, but she’s very talented.
So there you have it, our top 12 of AI Season 6. Diana Ross will be joining us next week. Be careful kids. Miss Ross can cut you without removing her fur or touching up her weave.
I can't wait to see Diana Ross on there, that'll be good times
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