The American Idol....2011 Thread

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  • tinkerbell
    tinkerbell New Zealand Posts: 2,161
    I agree with Pandora, it is all just mindless entertainment. I don't care who wins, I just watch it for the laughs
    all you need is love, love is all you need
  • pandora
    pandora Posts: 21,855
    2 going home tonight and then there will be 9

    my bet cause it is a singing competition

    Paul & Naima will leave

    my faves last night

    Scotty & James
    :D
  • Green Circle
    Green Circle Posts: 5,192
    Heineken Helen wrote:
    Noooooooo... I don't like Casey at all! His whole reaction made me wanna thump him and it looked like he was gonna give seacrest a bj at one point :mrgreen: it was cringeworthy. Yep, I reckon it was staged cos Ryan kept going on about how 'you're really not gonna wanna miss this one' blah blah blah.

    Yep, the women are pretty forgettable alright but I do think Hailie could be good!

    Agreed Helen, Completely Agree I cannot take his singing at all!! Especially now after that ridiculous display.
    What would really be a kick in the teeth if he attempted a PJ song....GOD help us all!
    "...And I fight back in my mind. Never lets me be right.
    I got memories. I got shit so much it don't show."
  • pandora
    pandora Posts: 21,855
    Boo Boo wrote:
    Heineken Helen wrote:
    Noooooooo... I don't like Casey at all! His whole reaction made me wanna thump him and it looked like he was gonna give seacrest a bj at one point :mrgreen: it was cringeworthy. Yep, I reckon it was staged cos Ryan kept going on about how 'you're really not gonna wanna miss this one' blah blah blah.

    Yep, the women are pretty forgettable alright but I do think Hailie could be good!

    Agreed Helen, Completely Agree I cannot take his singing at all!! Especially now after that ridiculous display.
    What would really be a kick in the teeth if he attempted a PJ song....GOD help us all!
    Oh no I hope he does...love to see PJ on Idol..just once we have

    They spiffed Casey up last night..hair beard trim...he's looking much better and hopefully
    got through the health troubles.
    and he did Elton John justice
    held it back ...played the guitar.... wish he had his bass back though

    I'm afraid Jacob didn't do well though..hopefully he'll get a job on Broadway
    the stage would suit him well ... it seems with most songs... he's gonna cry
    I worry about him alittle
  • PJaddicted
    PJaddicted Posts: 1,432
    I think my niece said it best when she was kicked off a few weeks ago....f American Idol! :lol:

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  • Enkidu
    Enkidu So Cal Posts: 2,996
    Sorry Helen I got it wrong. I still kind of like Casey though - he's so weird. I'd kill myself if he did PJ though.

    I love Scotty, isn't he like 17? Paul seems way scarier than Casey - he seems like he's got a career singing in Holiday Inn lounges.
  • pandora
    pandora Posts: 21,855
    PJaddicted wrote:
    I think my niece said it best when she was kicked off a few weeks ago....f American Idol! :lol:

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    Yea and we really needed a rocker chick this year, she would have complimented the cast.

    I think about her often and wish she was there in Pia's place
    and now Thia is gone who they chose instead...

    The pairing performances last night were kind of cool

    thats what they will do on tour

    I liked the Band on the Run 'band'... 8-)
  • guitar59
    guitar59 Posts: 1,221
    Hmm...I do not think I will be happy to see any of them go from here on...I still do not have a #1 that I want to see continue above any other. Other years I have had 1 or 2 I really cheered on (silently, from the sofa), those were often the 2 that went to the finals, but this year...why can't I narrow down a favourite?
    Something is different about this year. I am missing the artist mentors...this producer guy...Jimmy...is getting on my nerves.
  • pandora
    pandora Posts: 21,855
    guitar59 wrote:
    Hmm...I do not think I will be happy to see any of them go from here on...I still do not have a #1 that I want to see continue above any other. Other years I have had 1 or 2 I really cheered on (silently, from the sofa), those were often the 2 that went to the finals, but this year...why can't I narrow down a favourite?
    Something is different about this year. I am missing the artist mentors...this producer guy...Jimmy...is getting on my nerves.
    I very much agree...I miss the mentors too and performing their songs only.

    Also agree I don't really have a favorite or I have multiple for different reasons...sometimes not a lot to do with their voice.

    I think Pia went home cause she was sort of boring and boy could she sing but there is so much more needed. She'll have a career I'm sure.

    When I think someone should go then they start doing better like Halle and Paul...always really liked their personalities but singing wasn't so great....now with the right tune...maybe?

    I close my eyes to hear the genuine quality of their voices and Scotty for me is still the most awesome...
    but then I'm a baritone kind of gal ;)

    James too has wonderful star power with a touch of regular kind of guy and

    love Casey with the upright bass... he nailed it this week with CCR 8-)

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-rgKLrIY ... re=related what an adorable young man :D
  • guitar59
    guitar59 Posts: 1,221
    I also like Scotty's voice, and love it when he sings Elvis. I am not a country fan at all (well, maybe a little Garth Brooks from years ago) so despite his talent, the music doesn't appeal to me. I am a little surprised that there are only 2 girls left. Has the top 8 ever been so gender unbalanced? What one lady will have the staying power. It makes me wonder who votes...I never do...
    I never feel really sad for those that are leaving, especially the ones with obvious talent. They get their talk show spot the next day and usually go onto a career in music anyway.
  • pandora
    pandora Posts: 21,855
    guitar59 wrote:
    I also like Scotty's voice, and love it when he sings Elvis. I am not a country fan at all (well, maybe a little Garth Brooks from years ago) so despite his talent, the music doesn't appeal to me. I am a little surprised that there are only 2 girls left. Has the top 8 ever been so gender unbalanced? What one lady will have the staying power. It makes me wonder who votes...I never do...
    I never feel really sad for those that are leaving, especially the ones with obvious talent. They get their talk show spot the next day and usually go onto a career in music anyway.
    I'm liking a little country these days but more the old school style and yes he did a great job on Elvis.

    No I don't remember the gender being this far off before!
    and I too wonder which girl will stay.
    I thought it would be our Georgia girl Lauren but Halle's personality is shining lately...
    she sure handled the smeared lipstick with class.... she's got some spunk.

    I don't vote either
    I did once and my rocker girl went home that week...this was years ago...I figured I jinxed her :lol:

    Best to sit back and enjoy
  • rick1zoo2
    rick1zoo2 between a rock and a dumb place Posts: 12,632
    This is my first season watching and here are a few thoughts:

    When they had to get it down to the final 24, it seemed like there were a lot more talented males than females and they had to let go some really good males and keep some not so good females, so it doesn't surprise me that 6 of the 8 remaining are males.

    Having said that, letting Pia go last night was quite a shock. She is a phenominal entertainer and always consistent.

    I really like James.

    I thought it would be James and Pia at the end (at least that is what I hoped)

    I don't care too much for Stefano, even though he has gotten better. He should have been the one to go last night, either him or Haily, or Paul, or Jacob.

    My girlfriend likes Scotty. I would love to see him do some Johnny Cash, maybe Walk the Line.

    Paul is odd, unless he sings Rod Stewart.
  • pandora
    pandora Posts: 21,855
    rick1zoo2 wrote:
    This is my first season watching and here are a few thoughts:

    When they had to get it down to the final 24, it seemed like there were a lot more talented males than females and they had to let go some really good males and keep some not so good females, so it doesn't surprise me that 6 of the 8 remaining are males.

    Having said that, letting Pia go last night was quite a shock. She is a phenominal entertainer and always consistent.

    I really like James.

    I thought it would be James and Pia at the end (at least that is what I hoped)

    I don't care too much for Stefano, even though he has gotten better. He should have been the one to go last night, either him or Haily, or Paul, or Jacob.

    My girlfriend likes Scotty. I would love to see him do some Johnny Cash, maybe Walk the Line.

    Paul is odd, unless he sings Rod Stewart.
    First year...cool! I agree the talent has definitely been with the males this year from the start.

    Pia was consistent and has a great voice but never really seemed to let loose ...very reserved
    I think she'll do well with some stage training.

    I agree Stefano should have gone out of the three last night but he might have a following...
    he's quite charming and down to earth. I've been thinking Jacob might be next.

    I vote for some Cash too! Hope so :D
  • rick1zoo2
    rick1zoo2 between a rock and a dumb place Posts: 12,632
    Without Pia, I was not really anxious to watch last night. It turned out to be a very dull show until James came on at the end and he was fantastic.

    Love Steven Tyler's one-liners, I wonder if comes up with them on his own or has someone write them for him. Last night I think he commented on Haley's outfit and said something like "looking up your old address". He likes to flirt with the underage contestants apparently.

    Stefano - only there because he is J Lo's boy-toy.
    Haley - I am tired of her overused growl - it sounds like she is 7 years old
    Casey - did anyone else think he looked just like Andy Kaufman last night???? maybe it was the ascott (who wears them??). My girlfriend said he looked like him just as I was thinking the same thing. he is just odd.
    Paul - sounds great doing Rod Stewart, other than that just weird and creepy
    Jacob - eh, used to amaze me, now just kind of creeps me out
    Lauren - lot of people like her. I don't really have an opinion, but is her mother Tammi Faye Baker??? at least that is what she looked like to me
    Scotty - My girlfriend's favorite and I think he is great at what he does
    James - was awesome again last night, he is my favorite

    My guess is that Haley gets the boot tonight, all the guys that were voting for Pia will now vote for James

    I really miss Pia
  • Green Circle
    Green Circle Posts: 5,192
    I miss Pia as well....what a mistake to let her go and WASTE the save on the fakeness of Casey James
    and yes I agree last night he looked like Andy Kaufmann...just looking at him urks me to know end.
    and the fact the the "judges" think he is SO awesome make me ill...
    Ya know who I miss as well?...SIMON!! Casey would have never been picked in the first place...
    "...And I fight back in my mind. Never lets me be right.
    I got memories. I got shit so much it don't show."
  • pandora
    pandora Posts: 21,855
    rick1zoo2 wrote:
    Without Pia, I was not really anxious to watch last night. It turned out to be a very dull show until James came on at the end and he was fantastic.

    Love Steven Tyler's one-liners, I wonder if comes up with them on his own or has someone write them for him. Last night I think he commented on Haley's outfit and said something like "looking up your old address". He likes to flirt with the underage contestants apparently.

    Stefano - only there because he is J Lo's boy-toy.
    Haley - I am tired of her overused growl - it sounds like she is 7 years old
    Casey - did anyone else think he looked just like Andy Kaufman last night???? maybe it was the ascott (who wears them??). My girlfriend said he looked like him just as I was thinking the same thing. he is just odd.
    Paul - sounds great doing Rod Stewart, other than that just weird and creepy
    Jacob - eh, used to amaze me, now just kind of creeps me out
    Lauren - lot of people like her. I don't really have an opinion, but is her mother Tammi Faye Baker??? at least that is what she looked like to me
    Scotty - My girlfriend's favorite and I think he is great at what he does
    James - was awesome again last night, he is my favorite

    My guess is that Haley gets the boot tonight, all the guys that were voting for Pia will now vote for James

    I really miss Pia
    I agree with a lot of what you say except I don't miss Pia ... she was a little boring to me
    but JB said she got a recording contract so we'll be hearing from her.
    Good thing, very talented lady, I'm just not much for ballad voices like Celine,
    although I love Babs but no one can compare to her.

    I too love James and Scotty, both were awesome last night
    but I loved Casey as well (Andy Kaufman? maybe a bit yes )... Nature's Boy is a real favorite song of mine
    I love his bass and how he works his voice.... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6Zgd9vL4hA

    I am hoping Jacob leaves..
    talented in gospel yes but all his songs sound exactly the same.
    I get nervous for him cause he looks like he's gonna cry when he sings. He'll do well on Broadway.

    I really like Tyler this year.
    I was never fond of him but I think he has a heart I never saw...
    and yes he does flirt

    Old men never realize they are old :lol: they just keep on tickin ;)
  • tinkerbell
    tinkerbell New Zealand Posts: 2,161
    pandora wrote:
    Old men never realize they are old :lol: they just keep on tickin ;)

    So true!
    all you need is love, love is all you need
  • Kilgore_Trout
    Kilgore_Trout Posts: 7,334
    rick1zoo2 wrote:
    Without Pia, I was not really anxious to watch last night. It turned out to be a very dull show until James came on at the end and he was fantastic.
    heavy metal?... :?

    that sucked... i'm sick of that dudes faux metal shit and pyrotechnics

    i only turn it on during commercial breaks of other stuff now... completely lost interest... they all seem burnt out or like they're completely ego tripping... i get that sam.i.am and stereotypical record exec douche guy aren't the most trustworthy voice, but get over yourselves idols
    "Senza speme vivemo in disio"

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  • pandora
    pandora Posts: 21,855
    Disappointed Paul left especially doing Maggie Mae on the way out, likeable funny fella.
    I was hoping Jacob would go although when he sings with the group he does an extra fine job
    alone it's way too much drama.

    Still thinking, just maybe, Scotty's got this...??
  • rick1zoo2
    rick1zoo2 between a rock and a dumb place Posts: 12,632
    not surprised by Paul leaving. Very funny moment when he asked what to sing, my girlfriend, me, and J Lo all said at the same time - Maggie May. And he sounded great doing that song. Not sure how much longer I can stand watching, it seems like the same thing each show, same kind of performances, same comments from judges. We DVR the show, might begin to start skipping through some parts.

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