Thursday, February 19, 2009

Idol Stalker - Watching American Idol

Idol Stalker - Watching American Idol

The Votes Are In: Alexis, Michael and Danny Advance To American Idol Top 12

Posted: 18 Feb 2009 06:54 PM PST

Tonight, they announced the first three contestants to make it to the Top 12 on the eighth season of American Idol.  America voted and the following people made it:

  • Alexis Grace "Never Loved a Man"
  • Michael Sarver "I Don't Wanna Be"
  • Danny Gokey "Hero"

What do you think of the results?  Are you surprised?  Happy?  Mad?  I was so upset when I saw Michael Sarver and Anoop Desai standing there together.  I wanted them both to make it. 

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Michael Johns and Carly Smithson - “The Letter” on American Idol

Posted: 18 Feb 2009 06:48 PM PST

Did you catch Carly Smithson and Michael Johns performing "The Letter" on the results show tonight on American Idol.  They are both good singers (and actually really nice in person) but I wasn't fond of this performance.  Did you like it?

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What’s Wrong With American Idol Season 8?

Posted: 18 Feb 2009 02:24 PM PST

Honestly, I've been busy and now I'm a bit under the weather but I can't hold my tongue any longer – what is wrong with this current season of American Idol?  Not only have I sat on my couch, shocked by what I've been seeing but tatiana del toroI'm also getting angry emails from readers (I've even had one person ask me to email them when things improve).  So what gives? 

I know the producers are trying to bring a little freshness to the show by adding a new judge (Kara DioGuardi) and revising the Top 36 process but I think something else is going on.  How else can you explain some of the contestants who have made it this far?

Let's talk about Tatiana Del Toro.  I won't deny that she's got a decent voice (decent, not great!) but all that we've seen of her is really unlikeable.  Whether she was crying, praying or begging, she was almost unbearable to watch during the audition process.  Last night, her subdued behavior was even stranger.  I keep forgetting that this is a 24-year-old woman because she acts like she's still in high school.  I don't get it and, what's more, I don't AMERICAN IDOL: TOP 36: Nicholas Mitchell. Hometown: Brookfield, CT.   Currently Resides: Brookfield, CT. Age: 27. CR: Michael Becker/ FOX.want to get it. 

Then there's Nick Mitchell/Norman Gentle.  SERIOUSLY!?  Again, don't get me wrong.  I like the guy and I even found him amusing during his audition and Hollywood Week but to make it to the Top 36 when Jamar Rogers was cut?  On what planet does that make any kind of sense?

And what was going on with the band and backup singers during last night's performances?  They really messed up for some people (like Stephen Fowler).  How is that fair?

What do you think?  Are you liking this season?  If not, tell me what you are hating.

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Katharine McPhee Looks Fierce at 2009 Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week

Posted: 18 Feb 2009 01:54 PM PST

American Idol season 5 runner-up, Katharine McPhee, was spotted at the Caroline Herrera show as part of the Mercedes-Benz Fall 2009 Fashion Week in New York City.  I'm sure it was a bit chilly out in NYC but Katharine still managed to look gorgeous with her knee-length dress while protecting her throat with a high-neck collar.  Very smart!

katharine mcphee mercedes benz fashion week 2009Photo by Christopher Peterson/BuzzFoto.com

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Blake Lewis Making Dance Album With New Label

Posted: 18 Feb 2009 01:07 PM PST

American Idol season 6 runner-up, Blake Lewis, has been signed to Tommy Boy Records and he seems really excited about it since they allowing him to make the dance record that he's been wanting to do.  It's great to see him video blogging!  It was his first one but he's got a YouTube channel now!  He said that he's going to be putting up a list of his favorite records from 2008 soon so I'm looking forward to that.

He also mentioned that he's been working with the YMCA's Strong Kids campaign which really warmed my heart.  While I was a student, that program allowed my kids to participate in activities and they actually started running marathons (even the 5-year-old has done three 1.6km races!). 

He also asks us all to check out his Facebook profile (add him to your friends list!) which you can see here:  http://www.facebook.com/blakelewis

I'm looking forward to seeing what's in store for Blake this year.  What about you guys?  Any Blake fans out there?

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