How funny is this: Rumor has it that the American Idol producers are cooking up a live a capella show due to the success of 'Pitch Perfect'. Calling NBC: it's time to revive 'The Sing Off'!
Speaking of 'The Sing Off', the season 3 winner Pentatonix just released a fantabulous new video called 'The Evolution of Music'. I absolutely LOVE it.... though they left out most of my favorite songs. Watch in awe:
Just heard: Apparently, some netizens are not too pleased with American Idol hopeful Chris Medina's love story. Some bloggers are accusing him of being a 'jerk' and 'exploiting his fiancee through the show'. There MIGHT be some truth to it - we do not know for now. We do know, however, that contestants (not just from American Idol) have tried getting their sob stories out on the press to get sympathy votes. (Note: Remember how Danny Gokey spoke about her wife's death and how he wanted to dedicate every song to her?)
You be the judge on this one. On his supposed wedding day, Chris sang a song he wrote for Juliana. You can watch him sing it in the video below. Then ask yourself: Is he the real deal?
You be the judge on this one. On his supposed wedding day, Chris sang a song he wrote for Juliana. You can watch him sing it in the video below. Then ask yourself: Is he the real deal?
I saw the netizens buzzing about this guy Chris Medina of American Idol. I thought he was just another talented homeless guy. What was revealed to me in the video is one of the most touching stories I've ever heard. He scores major points for two things: singing my favorite song 'Breakeven'(The Script) so well and keeping his promise to his fiancee alive.
Yahoo! Music blogger shares this video of the 2008 Idols Live concert. So glad Ramiele is part of this. I hope both Davids (Cook and Archuleta) will get as much exposure they need for their albums to kick off with great numbers.
I think Americal Idol is probably one of the greatest talent shows in US history. However, the real proof of success is not in text or call votes but in sales of singles and albums. It's the true measure of whether their fans will follow them throughout their post-Idol career and whether their appearance in the show was indeed because of their raw talent.
Looks like it's an early win for Americal Idol winner David Cook. Not only did he manage to finish on top, he began on top beating runner-up David Archuleta in the Top Digital Download race. According to Yahoo! Music, Cool made a record-breaking 17-song appearance on the Top 200 Hot Digital Songs chart. Archuleta managed to put 12 of his songs on the same chart.
Cook's first single as AI winner, Time of My Life had a total of 236,000 downloads as supposed to David Archuleta's cover of John Lennon's Imagine. It managed to earn 71,000 downloads.
Despite early criticism - saying Time of My Life suffers from the viral Idol template - downloads have helped it launch a hotshot debut on the Hot 100 Billboard Singles charts at #3. Things are looking up for David Cook.
Now, who's convinced that America chose the right Idol this year? ME!
Looks like it's an early win for Americal Idol winner David Cook. Not only did he manage to finish on top, he began on top beating runner-up David Archuleta in the Top Digital Download race. According to Yahoo! Music, Cool made a record-breaking 17-song appearance on the Top 200 Hot Digital Songs chart. Archuleta managed to put 12 of his songs on the same chart.
Cook's first single as AI winner, Time of My Life had a total of 236,000 downloads as supposed to David Archuleta's cover of John Lennon's Imagine. It managed to earn 71,000 downloads.
Despite early criticism - saying Time of My Life suffers from the viral Idol template - downloads have helped it launch a hotshot debut on the Hot 100 Billboard Singles charts at #3. Things are looking up for David Cook.
Now, who's convinced that America chose the right Idol this year? ME!
Watch this and tell me if:
a. American Idol is a scripted show
b. Results are manipulated - Jason Castro is definitely going.
c. Oh crap, Paula Abdul was just on drugs!
a. American Idol is a scripted show
b. Results are manipulated - Jason Castro is definitely going.
c. Oh crap, Paula Abdul was just on drugs!
By now, everyone should have realized that American Idol is more of a popularity contest than a talent show. And while the judges (especially Simon Cowell) serve to swing the votes of the finalists' fans, it is inevitable for real talent to be the main qualification for an American Idol.
This week's another shocker, following the boot of Aussie finalist Michael Johns. Carly Smithson made her graceful exit from the show after Syesha Mercado was given yet another week to stay in the competition. Carly gave amazing performances such as her rendition of Mariah Carey's Without You. Unfortunately, her rock-infused performances went to the dogs this week. I hope she does well in her solo career after the show.
QUESTIONS HAUNT US RIGHT NOW.
Why the heck was Brooke White given another week when she made a major blunder on stage when she started on the wrong note and asked the musical director to start all over again?
When will the charming face of Jason Castro be left for the posters and not on the show?
At this point, if David Cook doesn't win, I'm gonna be very pissed. Good thing Leona Lewis was there to save the show with her live performance of the hit song Bleeding Love.
This week's another shocker, following the boot of Aussie finalist Michael Johns. Carly Smithson made her graceful exit from the show after Syesha Mercado was given yet another week to stay in the competition. Carly gave amazing performances such as her rendition of Mariah Carey's Without You. Unfortunately, her rock-infused performances went to the dogs this week. I hope she does well in her solo career after the show.
QUESTIONS HAUNT US RIGHT NOW.
Why the heck was Brooke White given another week when she made a major blunder on stage when she started on the wrong note and asked the musical director to start all over again?
When will the charming face of Jason Castro be left for the posters and not on the show?
At this point, if David Cook doesn't win, I'm gonna be very pissed. Good thing Leona Lewis was there to save the show with her live performance of the hit song Bleeding Love.
Wow, this is pretty exciting! Fortunately, Q-11 will have replays of the AI episodes for this week so I will be able to watch the Mariah Carey day on American Idol. Thank goodness for YouTube I have these videos. Which one's your fave rendition?
David Cook does 'Always be my baby'
Carly Smithson does 'Without You'
David Archuleta does 'When You Believe'
I was quickly looking for Ramiele's video then it suddenly occurred to me that she was already eliminated hehehe... Sayang! She would have done a phenomenal job. But with the remaining 7 finalists, I thought David Cook was the real winner. He added drama and a smidgen of rock effect to one of my Mariah favorites. It was so dramatic I almost cried while listening to the song... ewan! I heard kasi that he dedicated the song to his brother who is battling a serious disease. Dramz...
I thought Carly Smithson was also great. I have to agree with Simon that it's pretty predictable that David Archuleta picked 'When You Believe'. The kid's got the diva thing going! Haha!
As for the others: Jason Castro's number was charming as usual. He should thank his parents for his nice eyes. Without them, he would have been eliminated weeks ago. Charm baby charm. Brooke White was trying hard to be dramatic. The song is pretty dramatic but we didn't see that in the end. Syesha Mercado, on the other hand, did not quite pull off her inner Mariah. I was expecting more from this girl. She did hit the high notes but there was something missing there.
As for Kristie Lee Cook: YOU HAVE TO GO! NOW!
David Cook does 'Always be my baby'
Carly Smithson does 'Without You'
David Archuleta does 'When You Believe'
I was quickly looking for Ramiele's video then it suddenly occurred to me that she was already eliminated hehehe... Sayang! She would have done a phenomenal job. But with the remaining 7 finalists, I thought David Cook was the real winner. He added drama and a smidgen of rock effect to one of my Mariah favorites. It was so dramatic I almost cried while listening to the song... ewan! I heard kasi that he dedicated the song to his brother who is battling a serious disease. Dramz...
I thought Carly Smithson was also great. I have to agree with Simon that it's pretty predictable that David Archuleta picked 'When You Believe'. The kid's got the diva thing going! Haha!
As for the others: Jason Castro's number was charming as usual. He should thank his parents for his nice eyes. Without them, he would have been eliminated weeks ago. Charm baby charm. Brooke White was trying hard to be dramatic. The song is pretty dramatic but we didn't see that in the end. Syesha Mercado, on the other hand, did not quite pull off her inner Mariah. I was expecting more from this girl. She did hit the high notes but there was something missing there.
As for Kristie Lee Cook: YOU HAVE TO GO! NOW!
