THIS is American Idol. Let's begin:
Paige Miles – It’s Alright Now
She can sing but still a so-what performance. This is closest to Karoake land that AI gets to. I agree with Simon, poor song selection. High note at the end does not save the performance. The rest of the song was very low.
Ashley Rodriguez – Happy
Yawn! This is a bad start to the new season. Okay, you can sing, But the best of the rest?!? Naw, playa. This did not make me “happy”.
Janell Wheeler – What About Love?
I loved her Hollywood week audition. This performance was pretty typical and boring. Not memorable at all. They are losing what made them special in the first place. Allison Archuleta would have rocked that song last year.
Lilly Scott – Fixin’ a Hole
I liked it as it went on, original. But again, will I remember this tomorrow? No. Was I blown away? No. But it was original and she should definitely stay another week.
Katelyn Epperly – Oh Darling
She can sing but I was distracted by the Xanadu outfit. She looked tacky. I thought I didn’t like the song choice but it sounded good. I just didn’t like the super red lips, leather outfit and brooch in her hair.
Haeley Vaughn – I wanna hold your hand
I liked it but not her. Dark skinned black girl and all white…good choice. Not! I thought her version was good but her voice was cracking like crazy. She has presence. I agree that technically it was not great. But I still want to see what she can bring next week.
Lacey Brown – Landslide
OOOUUUCCCHHH!!!! The Dixie Chicks and Stevie Nicks are kicking in their tv sets. She was off key, pitchy, and just plain terrible. When she listens back she will cry. I think she can sing. She needs to find her vibe and get over her nerves.
Michelle DeLamor – Fallin’
Nice, sultry and gorgeous. It was too safe for her voice and style. I thought she did well but I need to see something else from her for her to make it to the Top 10.
Didi Benami – The Way I Am
Beautiful. Perfect for her voice and safe. She will have to turn it up in the future to stay in the long run. But she will stay another week. I think it was best of the night.
Siobham Magnus – Wicked Game
Too deep. Strange performance. But she is a good singer. She will probably slip under the radar and be around next week.
Crystal Bowersox - Hand in My Pocket
Safe performance but I liked it. Top 10 easy.
Katie Stevens – Feeling good
Voice not strong enough for this song. Kitten performance but a tiger song.
Summary
I think Paige and Lacey are going home. Paige was too forgettable and Lacy was just plain awful. I hope the boys do better tomorrow. ‘Ellen was okay but doesn’t add much to the panel. I miss Paula! With Simone gone, this show is dead in the water. Randy and Kara better start working on the resume. Kara is more raunchy and rude this year. Not sure if its her real personality shining through or if she is just caddy? I’m going to keep my eyes on her. That’s it for now. nite
