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AI 9
Apr 11, 2010 13:03:08 GMT -5
Post by mbucksfan on Apr 11, 2010 13:03:08 GMT -5
Season 7 was my favorite by a longshot, and last year I was so interested to see what Adam would do. This group is growing on me now that we have gotten to know them better. I love Crystal-she is so real and so talented. I also like Casey-his guitar skills make up for the fact his vocals aren't topnotch but to watch him is entertaining and I would prolly buy an album. Siobhan is up and down for me. I was tired of the screech and I think her voice is pretty incredible but she is so nasal sometimes that it is irritating. With some coaching though, she could be amazing. Tim is adorable with his smile and he is just so happy and appreciative to be there but with two going home it is probably time for Aaron and Tim to leave and maybe the youngest girl? Katie. I think all three might improve with age and experience but think their time here is done. Andrew also has lost me-he just isn't as interesting onstage as the personality they show of him in the clips Lee and Crystal are so entertaining. I cracked up when the bagpipes came down the stairs and Crystal singing over that digirido was creative too. Popularity aside I would love to see Crystal and Lee go head to head in the final and would pick Big Mike and Casey as the other top 4, maybe add Siobhan in the mix somewhere. When America votes, anything can happen though. I havent' srtarted voting yet
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AI 9
Apr 14, 2010 2:49:49 GMT -5
Post by ange4mig on Apr 14, 2010 2:49:49 GMT -5
My favorite performance of the night was Tim's. Can't Help Falling in Love With You is one of my fave songs, and he did a terrific job with it. The arrangement and guitar work were gorgeous, and I liked his vocals and style. I had to watch it a few times on YouTube! Very good job by Tim.
Lee and Casey were the others that I would rate the highest. I also especially liked Siobhan's and Crystal's performances. Everyone had some good moments. Siobhan has a great voice, and I like hearing a softer side from her too. It would be hard for her to know what to do after some of the comments she has received.
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AI 9
Apr 14, 2010 12:14:42 GMT -5
Post by 2ton on Apr 14, 2010 12:14:42 GMT -5
I missed a lot of the show, but I did catch Tim and was pleasantly surprised! I liked Siobhan's much better than Simon, I don't think he cares for her, but I like her oddness and her different takes on songs. I am glad she spoke up to him and called him on the carpet for his remarks. I agree that he often tells people that they have to be themselves but then criticizes them if they don't show the broadness of their talent. I think he has his favorites in the beginning, and critiques accordingly. Adam's hair bugs me for some reason. I like it 'down' better. He is having a great career now.
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AI 9
Apr 14, 2010 13:15:46 GMT -5
Post by mbucksfan on Apr 14, 2010 13:15:46 GMT -5
I agree with you Toni. The judges are a bit out of control this time. They tell them they are boring and if they try other things they tell them they are theatric or too corny. I loved Katie's song for that reason and found her entertaining. I agree siobhan is very talented but I can't really warm up to her as a favorite-she has a beautiful voice but I don't thin I would ever buy her music and don't know why. Tim was adorable and such a sweetie-not the most vocally talented but his sincerity grabs a piece of my heart. I loved Big Mike and Crystal. She is so entertaining to me-ohio connections aside. I also usually enjoy Casey but wasn't feeling it for him last night-thought it was rather humdrum. He has some amazing guitar skills. Aaron and andrew are both talented guys but I am thinking it is their time to leavel I am usually wrong. I have read the tweens are out big time in their voting for Tim. I hope we don't lose crystal early as we did Michael Johns. Get ready with the tomatoes- I misss dingy Paula. I appreciate Ellen's comedy but think she isn't really a great judge and kara is so annoying. She just is so condescending and her facial expressions really annoy me. I far prefer simon who is a bit mean and not really on the mark but I think he is more helpful than the other judges. did you guys see kara posed nude for some magazine?
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AI 9
Apr 14, 2010 18:52:28 GMT -5
Post by 2ton on Apr 14, 2010 18:52:28 GMT -5
NO, I didn't see that, nor would I want to see that, lol. I really do think Crystal will be in the top 3, but one never knows who will win. It depends on what the fans of other contestants do when their fav is voted off. A lot of them might just vote who they think is best, or be somewhat vindictive with their vote.
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AI 9
Apr 15, 2010 7:56:51 GMT -5
Post by 2ton on Apr 15, 2010 7:56:51 GMT -5
Well, I am glad that Big Mike made it through. He won't win, not enough of a "pop star" person.
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AI 9
Apr 15, 2010 15:50:36 GMT -5
Post by mbucksfan on Apr 15, 2010 15:50:36 GMT -5
i wonder what is keeping aaron there. I thought katie did a better job than him this time. I remember at the beginning of the sason the judges rowing about the talent of the women this season and now there are only two women left. I think Alison iraheta would have had a much better chance this season.
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AI 9
Apr 15, 2010 18:45:32 GMT -5
Post by 2ton on Apr 15, 2010 18:45:32 GMT -5
I think Alison would have given Crystal a run for her money! They both have those husky Janis Joplin voices, and I would have to give Alison points for being more current and universal with her style. I might have to give Crystal point for slightly better vocals.
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AI 9
May 12, 2010 11:13:18 GMT -5
Post by mbucksfan on May 12, 2010 11:13:18 GMT -5
They keep saying this is the best season and I don't see it. I think the right 4 people made top 4 and I hope Crystal wins. I think she is the best. I actually voted for her last night and each time I got through. That probably isn't a good sign She is a very giving artist and in their duet last night I was impressed when she praised Lee so highly. A great thing to do but unusual in a competition. She reminds me of another wonderful person who was always very supportive of the other competitors. The year was 2005......
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AI 9
May 12, 2010 18:57:35 GMT -5
Post by 2ton on May 12, 2010 18:57:35 GMT -5
Hmmm, wonder what show that was, oh wait, it was the show that was ruined by Tommy Lee! We are getting tons of Crystal news here since Toledo is her 'hometown'. Actually, she is from a little town outside of Toledo. Friday there are all sorts of plans set up for the top three hometown show. It's pretty much a sure thing that she will be in the top three, and most people around here think she will win. And I agree, not the best year on AI as far as talent goes. Without Simon next year, I don't think AI will last too much longer. He may be rather brutal, but he really knows the business like no other.
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AI 9
May 12, 2010 23:36:03 GMT -5
Post by mbucksfan on May 12, 2010 23:36:03 GMT -5
Yay Crystal!!! Are you going to her mini concert downtown? I wish I could go
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AI 9
May 12, 2010 23:37:18 GMT -5
Post by mbucksfan on May 12, 2010 23:37:18 GMT -5
ps loved Daughtry and Bon Jovi tonight...Fantasia not so much. Bon Jovi still looks and sounds great. I think Crystal was very upset about Mike leaving. I think he has more talent than Casey but I like Casey's genre better. Mike's baby girl is adorable.
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AI 9
May 13, 2010 2:03:55 GMT -5
Post by ange4mig on May 13, 2010 2:03:55 GMT -5
ps loved Daughtry and Bon Jovi tonight...Fantasia not so much. Bon Jovi still looks and sounds great. I think Crystal was very upset about Mike leaving. I think he has more talent than Casey but I like Casey's genre better. Mike's baby girl is adorable. I agree - Bon Jovi and Daughtry were really good tonight. It was nice to see such good performances without gimmicks. My favorite this week was Casey in both the duet and the individual performance, and the duet with Lee and Crystal was also excellent. I get into Casey's genre more also, MB. All four have talent and are fun to watch. Lee is always great, yet wasn't as strong as usual with Kiss from a Rose. It made me think of when MiG sang it - that was so incredibly gorgeous.....
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AI 9
May 13, 2010 10:41:57 GMT -5
Post by 2ton on May 13, 2010 10:41:57 GMT -5
Unfortunately, I cannot go to any of the Crystal things...I have to work through it all. I would have loved to go to the free concert and also to The Village Idiot, it's a bar where we go to see one of our co-workers play in his band. It's a little hole-in-the-wall bar, but so fun and has great atmosphere.
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AI 9
May 16, 2010 18:23:00 GMT -5
Post by mbucksfan on May 16, 2010 18:23:00 GMT -5
Here is a site link from mj's blog that has all the Crystal videos in one place. She is amazing mjsbigblog.com/crystal-bowersox-toledo-homecoming-photos-videos-and-recaps.htmSimon picked Hallelujah for Lee. Turns out Simon has some stake in the song and it has already been sung once before so I wish they would have picked a different song for Lee. He is bound to be compared to tim from earlier and jason to say the least
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