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The nicest Idols on the planet in Salt Lake City
Hey, did ya’ll know Idol is on again tomorrow night? One last audition city before we all head to Hollywood next week. Just thought I would let you know, because I didn’t.
Tonight we are in David Archuleta’s home Salt Lake City is next on the list and hopefully there will be more talent here than in Jacksonville last night!
OMG! We have an Osmond! As in The Osmonds, Donny and Marie Osmond! I know this dates me but I had posters of Donny in my bedroom as a young teen. Son of Alan Osmond, 29-year-old David, was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis three years ago. His father has battling MS for years. He chooses a “religious” song by Take 6 Something Within Me. Based on prior years, not a plus with the judges, in fact they pretty much label him “not contemporary.” Paula wisely points out that David is from a harmony-oriented family and he needs to focus more on being the front man. It wasn’t a surprise they send him through. If for no other reason than ratings, but I think he has a great voice and deserves a chance as much or more than some of these other jokes they have put through so far this season.
Okay, from an Osmond to Tara Matthews. She’s an odd girl who announces she has ESP, pretty strong ESP, and has dressed in a Goth outfit that didn’t suit her. Of course she was horrible. She butchered one of my favorite songs from Moulin Rouge called One Day I’ll Fly Away. Off she goes and was followed with a montage of more horrible, scary singers.
Now we have a guy who brings his friend Greg the Rabbit. A six-foot pink rabbit that stands behind him as he auditions. He certainly wasn’t as horrible as the several they showed before him but there was no chance of him getting through.
24-year-old Frankie Jordan is a gorgeous stay at home Mom who is self admittedly “overly confident.” She bears a resemblance to Amy Winehouse and capitalizes on that by singing Amy’s You Know I’m No Good. She easily gets through with a yes from all four judges but I thought she just did a really good impression rather than making the song her own. But again, she can sing so we’ll see how she does in Hollywood.
Another back story of a challenged soon to be single mom, 23-year-old Megan Corkrey. I thought she kind of rushed through Can’t Help Lovin’ that Man of Mine. She has an odd quivering quality to her voice. Simon said she’s different and he’ll remember her. In fact, he said he loved the performance. Ryan even pointed out afterward that Simon never says that word. She has a glow about her that the judges also love so on she goes to Hollywood. I’m cautiously optimistic that someone like her may get through because she is different.
17-year-old Austin is auditioning between being president of his senior class and planning homecoming. Just a really nice kid who has a really nice voice. He chooses a couple odd songs and the judges seem to hesitate but they like something about him. He’s charming, genuine and likeable and they want to let him through, so they do. He leaves the room with a bit of advice from Simon, “You’ve got to become young.”
Salt Lake City’s good vibes, cheer and happiness is the theme of the show so far which of course leads into a montage of tears.
Tall and pretty Taylor Vaifanua is a 16-year-old that looks at least 10 years older, partially because of her almost 6 foot stature. She sings Joyful, Joyful which again because of the spiritual theme can be the kiss of death with the judges but she has an absolutely beautiful voice. In fact, only the second time this season I’ve gotten goose bumps. Thank goodness the judges put her through but not with the enthusiasm I personally thought she deserved.
Rose Flack, 17-years-old, lives with her best friend and her family because she lost her father when she was 13, then two years later her mother passed away in a car accident. Her “family” that has taken her under their wing are all there to support her. She’s a beautiful, blonde, hippy type who sings I Feel the Earth Move by Carol King. She too has a really cool unique voice. Paula tells her she needs to work on her vocals. Simon thinks she has something special and she ends up with four yeses mostly because the judges see something special in her. I agree.
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By preacher,franklin,ohio
January 29, 2009 11:14 AM | Link to this
dont watch who, cares geter done for jesus god bless you all love in chirst preacher.
By Heather
January 29, 2009 8:56 AM | Link to this
Although I’m glad Hollywood week is coming next week, I have actually enjoyed the start of this season more than those in the past. I think with them not focusing on the bad contestants as much, it’s much more fun to watch. I’m getting excited - I think there are going to be some good ones this year - and from the looks of the previews of Hollywood week, it should be interesting!