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American Idol Top 3

May 16th, 2012 at 9:00 pm / Amy Bennett / 3 Comments »

Round 1

Joshua – I see how they struggled whether to give him something modern. Because I really, really struggle with trying to see how he fits in today’s music. I’ve said this before but I really need him to show me HOW he’s going to make a song modern. I need one of those Kris Allen or Phillip Phillips moments where I see how it’s done. Perhaps he’s going to rely on the musicians, producers and songwriters around him once he gets his deal but I sure would like someone that has that vision on his own. But, all that said he sure can SANG.

Jessica – Gosh, I think I was supposed to like that. I almost felt like she was a mini JLo while she was singing. The beginning was nice for me but I think by the end she got sloppy and I didn’t care for all those runs she was doing. Plus, I couldn’t even understand what she was saying half the time.

Phillip – Phillip is awesome. Love that Steven said he could be the new Bruce Springsteen. So spot on. Really felt like Randy that he totally owned that and it was like a Phillip Phillips concert. I hope he wins!!

Round 2

Joshua – Now that is a little more in the direction of what I can see him doing. He just has such a passion behind his voice that is so rare. Can’t believe there was no standing ovation for that.

Jessica – Sorry, but I think Lauren Alaina spoiled me forever with her version last year. What is with me and Jessica? I just can’t find it in me to be super supportive. She has such a wonderful voice. I think I just need her to be a few years older to have some life behind her so I can believe what she sings.

Phillip – That wasn’t my favorite ever but it’s another one of those songs I could put on repeat all day and be ok. What is the judges’ problem?

Round 3

Joshua – AHHHHHH, that was just amazing and exactly what I wanted to see from him. Bring him into this decade and he blows every single person out of the water. He knows how to perform and he knows how to sing and oh my word. That was my favorite Joshua performance this season.

Jessica – OK so that was a great song for her. She sounded beautiful. But I was totally and completely unengaged. It was almost like really nice elevator music that you just tune in a few times. You don’t take issue with it but you don’t jump up and down. It’s just…nice.

Phillip – AHHHHH That was a genius move by Jimmy. I was afraid Phillip might not pull it off but he totally did. SO GOOD.

Favorites: Round 1 goes to Phillip. Round 2 was a wash for me but I guess I’d pick Phillip. Round 3 I don’t think I can pick between Joshua and Phillip. I think I have to go with Joshua.

In trouble: Yikes, this is it!! Ok, hands down I want Phillip and Joshua so I’m voting Jessica out.

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American Idol Top 4

May 9th, 2012 at 7:56 pm / Amy Bennett / No Comments »

Phillip – Well, that is the Phillip I like. I’m so glad his brother (in-law?) called him out on that other song last week. But this week was very nice.

Hollie – Hollie wants to win this and that’s how you do it. Sing recognizable songs and do it well. Well done.

Joshua – First, I’m not a huge fan of that song. He did it as well as anyone but it was just ok.

Jessica – I’m going to say this until I’m blue in the face but she is a great singer, but I just cannot connect with her.

Joshua/Phillip – YES. Best duet of the season. That brought out the best instead of showing their differences.

Jessica/Hollie – Wow, someone is trying to get Hollie to win. That was WAY partial to her. I love that song though so it was fun to sing along. Does anyone else not really care about these duets? I just feel like they’re a commercial almost and don’t go into my voting.

Group – Very nice. There was one note in there from Joshua that was very, very nice. Phillip also had a lovely moment too.

Phillip – Y’all! Phillip is back tonight! That was gorgeous. And for once, I agree with Steven! That is a song that I would buy and listen to constantly. Not *quite* as enthralled as Jennifer but yes, that was awesome.

Hollie – She thought too much if you ask me. Also, Randy was right in that it was the wrong type of song for her. Just not big enough for her big voice.

Joshua – Honestly, the first part of that was boring. I kept saying, why does he keep singing such old songs. But wow, the end of that was ridonkulous. Seriously. Those notes…I mean, were those even notes? I don’t think I’ve ever heard some of those. Amazing.

Jessica – Well, my, my, my. That was the best version of that song I’ve ever heard. Girl can SANG. I totally felt like Jennifer…someone said DO NOT MOVE. The good news is it worked. All that energy came through her voice and wow.

Favorites: First round goes to Hollie. Second round ummm…Jessica but I really, really liked Phillip too.

In trouble: I didn’t mention Joshua at all so you’d think I’d pick him but I think Hollie is in trouble.

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American Idol Top 5

May 2nd, 2012 at 7:55 pm / Amy Bennett / No Comments »

Round 1

Hollie – I really, really liked that. Strong voice and a commanding performance. Perfect? No. But great for Hollie. I’ll half whisper this: she reminded me of Celine Dion. I know, right? That’s huge. Definitely what Hollie needs to stay around.

Is it just me or did Phillip look really sick in rehearsals? Stay well, P2!

Phillip – Did I love that vocal? No. But I do appreciate the effort and like Jennifer said, he makes me pay attention.

Skylar – I loved her energy level and she sounded great but gosh that song was repetitive.

Joshua and Phillip – Phillip is just not good in groups. He’s fabulous on his own. So charming. And Joshua was trying to knock it out of the park. Just can’t love that as a duet.

Jessica – First off she looks amazing. Maybe too much for a 16 year old. And wow, she sounded amazing too. Performance was there. That was great.

Joshua – Sometimes I just don’t like the songs he picks but really he is an amazing singer. I’m just trying to figure out where he belongs in today’s music. I’m not sure I agree with Randy that he could make a record like that right now.

Round 2

Hollie – Love her dress so much. The song not as much. It’s pretty enough but for me the emotional aspect wasn’t there and her timing was weird in the beginning. Didn’t agree with the judges as much. It wasn’t bad, just didn’t blow me away.

Phillip – I loved the song until the chorus. It looked like he was really having to dig deep for those notes and it didn’t always work. Made me feel a little uncomfortable watching and when I closed my eyes to listen it didn’t sound up to par

Skylar – Woo Hoo! Shout out to Rizzo on Grease! I loved that. Skylar has totally come around this season. She’s harnessed all that energy for good.

Steven is so pointless as a judge. What a waste of money. I can’t understand half of what he says.

Jessica – Seriously? I mean seriously? I heard this song spoiler before the show and just assumed that a guy would sing it. I mean, why would a girl sing this song?? I was so excited to hear Phillip or Joshua sing this and then Jessica picks this? Who was she singing that to? For someone that is really needing to connect with a song emotionally, I think that was a complete fail. Sure she sounded great but it was just so unemotional for me and completely ruined the meaning and power behind that song. Go back and listen to Danny Gokey to see how it’s done.

Joshua – Joshua Ledet can SANG. I loved that. Loved how he held back and then it let it wail.

Favorites: This is hard because everyone had one strong song. Favorite first round Jessica and second round Joshua.

In trouble: Weakest tonight was Phillip but if anyone goes I’m picking Jessica just for the YASB performance.

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American Idol Top 6

April 25th, 2012 at 8:53 pm / Amy Bennett / 1 Comment »

Jessica – I think her voice was fabulous but she didn’t connect emotionally like the judges wanted. I think it was a bad song choice for her at this point.

Skylar – I felt like I was listening to a pro tonight. Reba definitely came to mind. I felt like the middle was weak but she was spot-on emotionally in the beginning and loved the big notes at the end.

Joshua – Why do I feel like this is hokie? He’s a good singer but I just can’t excited over him singing that.

Elise – If any night should be good for Elise, this is it. Felt like she fit just right. The question though is if that is her best, is that our American Idol? For me, no.

Phillip – Wow, for once I wasn’t totally taken by Phillip. I think tonight he didn’t feel effortless. He was having to push too hard.

Hollie – Somehow that sounded like a gospel song to me. And I actually really liked it. The judges were way too harsh if you ask me.

Jessica – Definitely beautiful. She’s like Whitney and Beyonce combined. Great to have that emotional aspect too.

Skylar – The country music lover in me loved that so much. So ready for her to make an album. It’s amazing the strides she’s made just in two months.

Can I just say I love whatever is going on between Joshua and Hollie. They’re so cute.

Joshua – That was just gorgeous. Favorite Joshua performance yet. Soulful, sexy. Gorgeous.

Elise – Gosh, I didn’t like that at all. Was something off key or what? And the speaking thing was weird. That’s gonna get her sent home.

Phillip – This is just not a Phillip night for me. That was just odd for me. The violin was really awesome though.

Hollie – Perfect song choice for her. Now that’s the way she’s going to get herself top 2.

Favorites: Joshua, Hollie and Skylar’s second song. Jessica was good but I don’t know, I just can’t get myself to root for her to win.

In trouble: I think this is going to be Elise’s week to go after that second song

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American Idol Top 7

April 18th, 2012 at 7:19 pm / Amy Bennett / 4 Comments »

Hollie – Nailed it. Very, very nice. First time I’ve seen Hollie be relevant and sound great the whole time.

Colton – Colton’s fan girls just fainted. I liked it. Pure rock is not where I see him but he did they well enough.

Elise – Wow, she was definitely ON in that song. I’m close to saying I love that better than the original.

Phillip – omg omg omg Favorite performance this season. That was amazing. I was giggling like a fan girl and then had this nasty look on my face at the end. That was sick. J Lo got it right. “That was sexy, baby.” Holy cow.

Jessica – Beautiful. But copycat. How do you follow such an original like Phillip?

Skylar – Too much angry redneck for me. Not my favorite.

Joshua – I wasn’t loving the front end of that but wow, by the end the Joshua I love showed up.

Hollie – That fell a little flat to me. As big as her voice is I can’t believe she couldn’t put more umph into it. That last note was great though.

Colton – I think that might have been one of my favorites of his. I can see myself listening to it. Maybe not powerful like the judges wanted but it was good.

Elise – Randy hit it. She over sang that.

Phillip – Phillip is singing like he’s already won. In a good way. Love this confidence he’s found. And J Lo is cracking me up.

Jessica – I didn’t particularly enjoy that.

Skylar – I just, I don’t know. I think Skylar might be more than I can handle. That felt like the old manic Skylar to me.

Joshua – That song was perfect for him.

Favorite – Phillip

In trouble – Hollie and Elise

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American Idol Top 7

April 11th, 2012 at 9:10 pm / Amy Bennett / 1 Comment »

Skylar – I think that was my favorite Skylar performance yet. Really, really good.

Colton – I liked that but wasn’t blown away. The chorus with his falsetto is my problem. I think he hit the note but it was too like, not shaky, but not confident enough or something. Just made me uncomfortable.

Elise and Phillip – Wasn’t a fan of their last duet but that was really good. Very cool vibe.

Jessica – I have no idea what song that was but it could be her first single. So beautiful, powerful, controlled. Wow.

Joshua – Wow, I just didn’t see quite as much as the judges did. I love Joshua’s voice I really do and he sang that well. I just felt like it aged him instead of showing something current. I don’t know. Just not my favorite.

Skylar and Colton – The front end of that was shaky but I think they got into it as by the end I was singing along. Nice job.

Hollie – There were some pretty moments but I just don’t think she brought the emotion to it that the song requires.

Phillip – So basically Phillip has this female vote. I’m to the point where he could sing the phone book for me and I’d be happy. Maybe not my favorite song to date but still good.

Joshua, Hollie, and Jessica – eh.

Elise – Wow, I really enjoyed that. I think one of her best to date. I think after Hollie’s night she could have just saved herself.

Bottom – Hollie

Favorite – Skylar, Colton and Jessica

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American Idol Top 8

April 4th, 2012 at 9:30 pm / Amy Bennett / 1 Comment »

Deandre – There was a lot of that that I really liked actually. Also a lot I didn’t like though.

Elise – Ok I just can’t handle that song messed with. The chorus felt shouty and I just didn’t like what she did in the verses.

Phillip – Good gracious, I love this guy. I just loved that and really want him to just go make an album already.

Colton and Skylar- that was a brilliant choice for both of them. Loved it.

Hollie and Deandre – Why can’t Hollie sing like this on her solos? Deandre was eh.

Joshua – I usually love Joshua but for some of that I felt like he was pushing too hard.

Jessica – Not her best but a decent copycat of Whitney. That said, her voice is just so pretty.

Phillip and Elise – Yikes, that was just a little rough. They just have different styles that didn’t mesh well.

Hollie – First, that dress was so much fun. Pitch problems galore though.

Joshua and Jessica – Loved that. Felt like those two were definitely finale worthy. Wow, J Lo said the same thing!

Colton – This is one of my favorite songs from him. My only complaint with him continues to be enunciation.

Skylar – Wow, I’m not sure I’ve ever heard that sung with so much conviction. Great moment for her.

Favorites: Phillip and Skylar

In trouble: Elise and Deandre

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Goodnight, One Tree Hill

April 4th, 2012 at 11:44 am / Amy Bennett / 9 Comments »

I couldn’t seem to get through the day without talking a bit about One Tree Hill. The last episode is on tonight and while I’ve only watched just a few from this season, I can’t help but acknowledge the mark it made on my life. Can a TV show make a mark on one’s life? Should it? I don’t know, but it did.

My sister finally got me to watch it just when Season 4 was on. I was hooked. That sad, introspective boy with the crush on the girl got to me and I was staying up night after night trying to catch up. I remember one particular Friday night I stayed up until 4am watching episodes.

About this time in 2007, monetizing blogs were really taking off and I watched as one of my friends made several hundred dollars from a fan site. I was already blogging about One Tree Hill on my personal blog and as much as I loved the show, I just knew I could do that too. Well, I did. Off went onetreehillblog.com in just a few months. I remember the first month I was shocked when I made .30 in a day. Nine months later, the site had blown up and if the money had continued at its peak, I could have completely replaced my income. But it wasn’t all about the money. I truly loved the show.

My parents got into the show and before we knew it, we had to visit the nearby set in Wilmington, NC. We went for my 30th birthday in July of 2008. We got to see Quinton’s funeral filmed, visit the set and really get to know this Tree Hill.

Oh, and how about running into “Nathan”, “Brooke” and “Millie” on our way to get ice cream?

In March of 2009, Heather and I went for a unofficial fan reunion where we saw a ton of filming and I finally got my picture with CMM and creator Mark Schwahn as well as many other cast members including Nick Lachey who was guest starring at that time.

(Yes, I know. I look like I’m about to eat him. I was trying to talk.)

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I went back to extra in the show in 2009. Although minute, I’m happy to say I was a part of the show.

I ended up selling the blog at the end of 2010 and my interest the show waned as characters left and the show really changed. I’ve also (tried to) tempered my obsession over TV in the last year or so but I can’t deny how much I loved it.

I have friends that I would have never met…Carolyn, Denise, Kaitlin, Amanda and Jason just to name a few. The show monetarily provided for my family and many others. And of course, the characters gave me something to cheer for, laugh with, hope for, cry over, learn from and simply enjoy.

Lucas, Peyton, Brooke, Nathan, Haley, Mouth and Skills especially will always be special characters. Thanks to all the cast and crew that brought them to life and all the people that supported OTHBlog and shared my crazy love of a TV show.

Goodnight, One Tree Hill.

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Mad Hatter Sebastian Stan

April 2nd, 2012 at 3:59 pm / Amy Bennett / 5 Comments »

Have you been keeping up with the show Once Upon a Time? To be honest, it’s not the best show ever but it has a few things going for it. I’m captivated by the Snow/Charming storyline. I’m always interested to see how they’re going to finally tie the two worlds together. And finally, I’m curious every week to see a new fairytale tied in.

Well, I just caught up with the The Hat Trick episode and I have to say, I was completely enthralled with the Mad Hatter. Well, not the Mad Hatter but the guy who plays the Mad Hatter—Sebastian Stan. Rarely do I pay attention to guest appearances but I seriously could not quit obsessing how good this guy was. In true Amy fashion, I wanted to know more! And of course, I’m going to share it with you. First, off, here’s a little screencap I took of him as The Mad Hatter.

For once on this show, I actually believed the guy and his insistence on knowing the two worlds. His love of his daughter was moving. And yes, the guy with his scruffy face is pretty to look at. If Johnny Depp and Robert Pattinson had a kid, I think this would be him.

So it turns out I’ve seen this guy on screen and didn’t even know it. He played Carter Baizen in Season 2 of Gossip Girl. I watched that whole season but don’t remember him as a stand-out. I rewatched this scene and could recall neither him nor the entire scene.

He also was in Captain America and Black Swan although I’ve seen neither of these and from what I can tell, I wouldn’t have picked him out of the crowd.

Seems like he’s pretty popular in real life as he dated his Gossip Girl costar Leighton Meister for two years and up until December dated Dianna Agron, better known as “Quinn” in Glee.

In any case, I just have to put it out into the Internets that I like this guy and I hope we see more of him. At least checking out the The Hat Trick will be worth your time. I think I’m going to have to give it a second spin myself.

Sebastian, if you have Google Alerts on yourself and happen to read this, please let me thank you for a terrific performance in the OUAT episode. Without giving away the ending of the episode, I do hope we see you again– GraceFully.

Anyone still watching the OUAT? Anyone a Sebastian Stan fan?

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American Idol Top 9

March 28th, 2012 at 7:06 pm / Amy Bennett / No Comments »

Colton – I really wanted to like that as it was his favorite worship song but I found it sleepy in the beginning and a bit sloppy. I couldn’t understand a word. I did see that he believed it I just couldn’t enjoy it. Gosh, I hate that. The judges don’t agree. Am I missing it??

Skylar – Besides being on the manic side a little, I enjoyed this. Felt like it was right up her alley and she sounded like a pro.

Colton, Elise, Phillip – Loved Colton with the first song. Not sure they nailed the group. The second with Elise was better. The third with Phillip was my favorite for the group.

Heejun – Ok that’s the Heejun we all fell in love with. Beautiful. I want to play that on repeat. Yes!!!

Hollie – That was no Carrie but it wasn’t horrible. “I’m not going to mess with Jesus or Carrie.” lol Smart, Steven.

Deandre – Wow, that really should have gone well but it only hurt my ears. Clearly the judges disagree again.

Jessica – I don’t know if that was my favorite song ever but gorgeous vocals. She’s amazing.

Deandre, Joshua and Heejun – Heejun was amazing on that first part. The rest was eh.

Phillip – I have no idea what that song was but I’m still on the Phillip train.

Joshua – Wow, Joshua. That is some sanging. So amazing.

Hollie, Skylar, Jessica – Yikes. Madonna on those girls is pretty sketchy.

Elise – Well, clearly, rock is where Elise is supposed to be.

Favorites – How do you pick?? I think for me, tonight goes to Phillip, Joshua and Heejun

In trouble – Deandre

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American Idol Top 10

March 21st, 2012 at 8:01 pm / Amy Bennett / 4 Comments »

Deandre: I did not enjoy this in the least. I felt like I was laying poolside and the band was playing down at the end of the pool instead of my bed. So much cheese and I just don’t think it showed his voice at all.

Erika: Holy wow. Her hair is different. I think this is a great song choice for her. Really showed off her range. I think she pulled off the right attitude.

Joshua: I just love his voice and conviction so much. Perfect song choice for him. And how do people not know that song? Wow.

Skylar: While I feel like she picked the right song I’m not quite sure I liked the arrangement. I think she needed to stick a little closer to Garth Brooks’ version than she did. I’m surprised she said that’s who she was copying after.

Elise: I think it was an awesome song on her. I feel like that was just her style. Just not sure it will connect with voters since it’s so unknown.

Phillip: I love Phillip. I say it every week but I seriously cannot quit smiling when he’s on stage. I love that he’s so consistent. I was worried before the season he might not be but he’s really proving he’s got it for the long haul.

Hollie: I felt like she was pushing it too hard and the bad notes were distracting. Just not her best.

Heejun: Well, I feel like we’re on borrowed time with Heejun. That was super fun but maybe not a winning performance.

Jessica: She really did sing that beautifully. Not my favorite song ever but she really proved once again how big that voice is.

Colton: Loved this. Just perfect for him.

Favorites: Colton, Phillip, Elise, Jessica

In trouble: Heejun, Deandre

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American Idol Top 12

March 14th, 2012 at 7:51 pm / Amy Bennett / 2 Comments »

Phillip – I seriously cannot help but smile when this guy is on stage. He picked the perfect song and it was just so natural and fun to watch. Well done!

Jessica – Last week was definitely better. This one didn’t quite show as much control and I think there was a little screeching/yelling going on. And yes, those pants are amazing.

Heejun – Oh, Heejun. That is one of my favorite love songs ever and I really, really want to like it but it’s so pitchy. The ending got better but overall, just not the night for you.

Elise – I was surprised how much I lived this song for her. That raspy part of her voice I love really shined through. Good to see her positive tonight!

Deandre – At first I looked at Scott and said He’s not singing that right. But by the end I thought he had a handle on it better and really, I still believe he has a beautiful voice. He just looked like someone was beating that song out of him for most of it.

Shannon – Oh boy. Breathing was not the issue with this. She should have worked on the notes first. Ouch. Some of those hurt. How did the judges not hear that?

Colton – Daughtry! Great advice to sing something people know. I had no idea what this song was but I kind of felt like I may be listening to an original Colton song. (ah! I typed that before JLo said that!) I really liked it.

Erika – Hated parts of that arrangement but otherwise that’s the most I’ve ever liked Erika.

Jermaine – Aw I actually liked his song.

Skylar – She sounded alright I guess but I didn’t like that arrangement much. I spent more time trying to remember what it ought to sound like than enjoying it.

Joshua – Yes, sir! That is the Joshua I fell in love with. That was amazing!

Hollie – No doubt she is amazing.

Favorites: Joshua stole the night for me

In trouble: Deandre or Heejun

Popularity: 28% [?]

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American Idol Top 13

March 7th, 2012 at 10:10 pm / Amy Bennett / 2 Comments »

Whitney Houston and Stevie Wonder. I just wonder if they’re setting these contestants up to fail. The one person they always say not to sing and then they make every single girl sing it. Hmph. Tonight was pretty rough for me in the first half but the second delivered a few gems. I also have to admit it was very sad for me to hear the phrase, “I didn’t grow up listening to Whitney.” Sad, folks! OK, so let’s get to it.

Joshua – I love Joshua and he sang it alright but I just felt like the song choice was poor. It came across like a cheesy show opener.

Elise – This definitely wasn’t her gig but I still appreciated the full rich parts of her voice.

Jermaine – This was by far my favorite performance from Jermaine so far in the competition. But I’m not sure how much that’s saying since he has yet to wow me.

Erika – I just don’t see what the judges see. I think she sings everything right and all but I just don’t enjoy her staying in that low register for so much of the song.

Colton – That was rough for me. I can’t stand how he slurs his words. I barely understood half of what he said. The end got a lot better though and I love when he belts those notes.

Shannon – Yikes! Where was our beauty pageant moment? This should have been a slam dunk for her and that key change was just horrendous. I feel bad because I think she probably CAN do the song.

Deandre –I didn’t care for this much at all. It’s interesting Stephen mentioned Nyema because I wasn’t much of a fan of hers either.

Skylar – I was nearly clapping when Mary said to dial it down. Exactly what a mentor needed to tell her and it sure did pay off. I really, really enjoyed that. She can slay a note but it’s nice to see her build to that instead of feeling like you get a beat-down the entire song.

Heejun – Have I mentioned this post how much I love Heejun. “I love you more than Jimmy.” He’s a RIOT. This probably wasn’t my favorite song of his. It was pretty enough it just didn’t blow me away.

Hollie – Hollie totally stole the show at this point. That was right up her alley and I found myself singing along and actually feeling like I was listening to a Whitney song.

Jeremy – Jeremy hasn’t wowed me to date but I felt like that was beautiful. His tone really shined through for me tonight.

Jessica – Ya’ll I just cried through her entire song. That was so perfect and so Whitney. A little of me mourned Whitney’s death for the first time and at the same time celebrated that Jessica just pulled that off. Wow. I honestly don’t know that I’ve ever cried watching this show. Simply breathtaking.

Phillip – Phillip just makes me smile. I love to watch him sing and play and he’s just got this cool vibe and looks so cute doing it. I really don’t even know if the judges know how to judge him just because he’s so unique.

Favorites: Jessica, Hollie, Skylar, Phillip

In trouble: Deandre

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American Idol Top 12 Girls

February 29th, 2012 at 9:33 pm / Amy Bennett / 2 Comments »

Chelsea – First off, that was really the first I’ve seen her personal side and she seems really down to earth and sweet. As for the song, Carrie Underwood makes singing look effortless but that didn’t feel effortless. She seems like a good enough singer but maybe she ran out of umph.

Erika – She really has a beautiful big voice but the performance was lackluster. That was definitely not Cher quality.

Jennifer – Wow these girls are really picking top notch folks to be compared to. Sadly, this doesn’t compare in the least. Adele drips emotion when she sings and this felt like a karaoke number

Ps what is with the judges? I still miss Simon!

Brielle – What was she trying to do with that song? I don’t know. Whatever it was didn’t work for me.

Hallie – She kind of lost it towards the end but she was the first one who actually put on a decent performance. It wasn’t perfect but it was the best so far for me.

Skylar – Why does it look like she is wearing party streamers? Hm, I’m not sure what to think about that performance. She sounded good and obviously feels comfortable on stage. Just a little manic I think. I did appreciate the Reba quality to it though.

Baylie – She is so pretty but I think nerves got ahold of her or something. Parts of that were painful. Wow, judges, thank you for actually agreeing.

Tonight is not going well for me. I feel like I’m being super negative. I hope this gets better.

Hollie – Ok I’ve decided there’s something wrong with the sound. She was having a really hard time staying with the music, especially in the beginning. She has a beautiful voice though. Really hope she goes through.

Haley – ew. That was awful. She was yelling and uncontrolled and…just no.

Shannon – Now that was a great vocal. Great passion. Great performance. The only negative I would say is it felt a little pageant-y with the dress and song message. But seriously good. I had chills for like 30 seconds straight.

Jessica – The beginning was sketchy but she was amazing towards the end. I think that was the best vocal of the night so far.

Elise – Ok that still wasn’t Adele but it was gorgeous and like expected, she was comfortable on stage. Definitely one of the best of the night.

Favorites of the night: Elise, Jessica and Shannon

In trouble: Baylie and Haley

So if this doesn’t get better I’m not sure I’ll be blogging this whole season. Tonight was painful for me.

Who was your favorite?

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American Idol Top 13 Guys

February 28th, 2012 at 10:53 pm / Amy Bennett / 1 Comment »

I went for coffee with Dani and totally forgot Idol was on tonight. Definitely not back in the habit of watching something live every week yet. But, don’t get me wrong, the time with Dani was way better and I’m glad I went. In any case, here are some quick thoughts!

Reed – Reed is too full of himself. His gyrations are weird and so are his facial expressions. His voice is beautiful and his take on the song was unique. I don’t know, I just can’t handle his performance.

Adam – I felt like this was a bad song choice and came across cheesy. Which is a shame because I love his story and want him to do well.

Deandre – *sigh* I love his falsetto but it did not come across well on stage. I couldn’t understand half of what he was singing.

Colton – Colton is a smart man. Singing a song from Twilight? He knows his audience. And really? Did we know Colton could perform like that? What a pro! I’m impressed. He’s no Paramore but Colton is definitely on the right track to be the American Idol.

Jeremy – Totally bored. Sorry, Jeremy, you seem really sweet.

Aaron – Felt like he was off pitch. Just not a good sound.

Chase – Felt like that was a bad song or he just didn’t have the umph to sing it.

Creighton – I’ll be honest, Creighton scares me a little. But tonight I felt like his performance was reserved yet unique and beautiful.

Phil – Phil!!! Yay! He totally pulled it off. Great song choice. He sounded awesome. Did you see Jennifer giggling after his performance? That was basically my reaction. LOVED IT.

Eben – That song is way too big for Eben. Felt a little like I was at a high school talent show. I mean, technically Eben I think is good, it’s just not enough power…or years behind him.

Heejun - Aw, I loved his clips with his family and friends. So funny! But sadly, this song was not good for him. His performance was underwhelming too. Sad face.

Joshua – Chills! I got chills from that performance! He is awesome!!

Jermaine – Sadly I think they should not have given him a call back. I’m just not a fan of his voice.

Favorites tonight: Joshua, Phil, Colton

In trouble: Deandre, Jermaine, Reed

What’d you think??