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American Idol 2005--Live Thread
3-15-05

Posted on 03/15/2005 5:53:32 AM PST by silent_jonny

AMERICAN IDOL 2005
LIVE THREAD

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TOPICS: Chit/Chat; Music/Entertainment; TV/Movies
KEYWORDS: americanidol; americanidolbo; babymamasfault; bo; carriewon; funpeoplethread; getseriesguys; idol; losethefatguy; texasflower; thedemiseoffr; weloveyoutammy
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To: silent_jonny
I couldn't get through to Bo's number last night at all. So I tried the other numbers and it answered for Anthony and Vonzell. So I guess I voted for A & V.

As for Bo, he was fairly mediocre last night. His choice of the first song was surprising...I could think of half a dozen better Travis Tritt songs to choose. Does he want to lose the competition?

6,501 posted on 05/11/2005 1:00:36 PM PDT by Ciexyz (Let us always remember, the Lord is in control.)
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To: Ciexyz

I think he should have done "Put Some Drive in Your Country" or "Modern Day Bonnie and Clyde" if he wanted to do a Tritt song. "T-R-O-U-B-L-E" would have been good, also.


6,502 posted on 05/11/2005 1:13:00 PM PDT by bamabaseballmom
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To: Ciexyz
His choice of the first song was surprising.

Don't you think he chose it for the lyrics?

It was about his good feelings not being "drug induced."

6,503 posted on 05/11/2005 1:59:43 PM PDT by b9 ("Life is more than what we see"... GVgirl)
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To: Tx Angel

What do you consider to be "pro"?


6,504 posted on 05/11/2005 2:00:43 PM PDT by texasflower ("America's vital interests and our deepest beliefs are now one." President George W. Bush 01/20/05)
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To: texasflower

A recording contract -- not just recording.

Anyone who wants to spend the cash can record a demo.


6,505 posted on 05/11/2005 2:04:21 PM PDT by Tx Angel
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To: EmilyGeiger; gigi
Hi Emily. I think I used to strong of a word to describe how I feel about Bo possibly winning. Disgusting was way too harsh.

Disappointed for the others sake is really more like it.

Bo has done a bit more than just singing in the bars. Gigi posted this at post 6349:


Here's some of Bo's experience...

"In his early twenties, Bo returned to the Southeastern United States. Bo studied music both at Calhoun College and the University of North Alabama. In addition to his schooling, Bo also gained experience from playing with professionals like Johnny Neill (Allman Brother's Band), Steve Cropper (Otis Redding's Guitarist), Kelvin Holly (Little Richard's Guitarist), and Spooner Oldham (Neil Young's Keyboardist). "

That's why I think he's had some opportunities that the kids haven't had. Of course, maybe these were just chance encounters or something I suppose. Like at a rock festival or something like that.

I'll still be willing to celebrate with YOU, if Bo wins since he's your bama boy.
6,506 posted on 05/11/2005 2:18:39 PM PDT by texasflower ("America's vital interests and our deepest beliefs are now one." President George W. Bush 01/20/05)
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To: Tx Angel

I can accept that, but with the other experiences he has had it still seems like he's way ahead of the others.

Surely if he really has something that record producers want they would have picked him up already since he has played with some pretty high profile band members.

But I don't have any idea of how that sort of thing actually works, so just consider me to be full of...something. :-)


6,507 posted on 05/11/2005 2:40:38 PM PDT by texasflower ("America's vital interests and our deepest beliefs are now one." President George W. Bush 01/20/05)
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To: doodlelady

That's what I thought.


6,508 posted on 05/11/2005 2:40:47 PM PDT by bamabaseballmom
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To: texasflower

Actually, looking at your post #6506, I'd have to agree w/ your original assessment! Pretty impressive resume.

How did he get past the screening for AI? It's supposed to be an amateur competition. Personally, I was disappointed that they raised the age limit this year. Didn't realize they also opened the gates to seasoned performers, as well.


6,509 posted on 05/11/2005 2:44:48 PM PDT by Tx Angel
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To: Tx Angel

I'm very glad to get your input on this. Like I said, I don't know how this music stuff works.

I'm with you, raising the age limit wasn't such a good idea. It added a bit of interest at first, but it also added complications.


6,510 posted on 05/11/2005 3:02:49 PM PDT by texasflower ("America's vital interests and our deepest beliefs are now one." President George W. Bush 01/20/05)
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To: Wolfstar
Afternoon, Wolfstar :)


Anthony: A and A

I agree, except I would score him A- and A-. While he was good (very good, I have to admit), I detected no passion in his voice. I think that's what Simon meant when he said he "didn't have enough soul".

Carrie: B and F

Ouch, her second song was painful, wasn't it? I can't recall a worse performance from her. She'll survive it, though (I hope!).

Bo: B and A

Like Clint Eastwood said, "A man's gotta know his limitations", and Bo--to his credit--knows his. Sometimes his songs aren't very exciting, but he gets the job done.

Vonzell: D and D

Vonzelle rolled snake-eyes last night. The first song was a train wreck. The second song, while much better, was still a mess. Why does the girl scream her lyrics? I know I keep harping on that, but it bothers me. I hope she goes tonight.

BTW, jonny, here's a photo of the latest National Enquirer cover. That's has JonBenet Ramsey on the cover

LOL, when is JonBenet not on their cover? If it's not her it's Michael Jackson :-D

A few weeks ago on "Showtune Night", Carrie looked exactly like JonBenet. It was surreal and disturbing--a lot of viewers probably felt the same and made sure AI knew it. Carrie has definitely toned down the big hair and eye-shadow since then, thank goodness.

6,511 posted on 05/11/2005 3:04:51 PM PDT by silent_jonny
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To: doodlelady
It was about his good feelings not being "drug induced".

Ah, so!

6,512 posted on 05/11/2005 3:08:21 PM PDT by Ciexyz (Let us always remember, the Lord is in control.)
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To: TonyWpi

"Vonzelltasia"--LMAO!


6,513 posted on 05/11/2005 3:08:22 PM PDT by silent_jonny
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To: bamabaseballmom

He could even have chosen Travis' hit from last year about all the country hunting lands being paved over for developments. Or he could have done a tongue-in-cheek, "Here's a Quarter, Call Someone Who Cares".


6,514 posted on 05/11/2005 3:10:39 PM PDT by Ciexyz (Let us always remember, the Lord is in control.)
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To: Netizen
this showed that Simon was right about the band.

Good point.

6,515 posted on 05/11/2005 3:11:13 PM PDT by silent_jonny
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To: Wolfstar

I doubt the intelligence of anybody that chooses "iluvcon" as their screen name, LOL :)


6,516 posted on 05/11/2005 3:15:18 PM PDT by silent_jonny
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To: silent_jonny
On the one big country music station here in the L.A. market (KZLA), I happened to be listening at lunch today as the male and female disk jockies were talking about AI. They love Carrie and can't wait for her CD. However, both agreed that last night was her worst night of the competition. The male disc jockey doesn't care, though, because she's gorgeous.

Totally agree with you. I hope Vonzell goes tonight. She's a lovely girl and seems like a good kid. But her performances recently have been really poor. BTW, the rumor over on the AI boards as to why she was so emotional is that her dad was diagnosed with cancer. I have no idea if this is true.

6,517 posted on 05/11/2005 3:20:57 PM PDT by Wolfstar (U.S.M.C. -- when it absolutely, positively has to be destroyed over night)
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To: Tx Angel; texasflower

I'm glad AI raised the age limit this year. It may complicate things, but it also makes the show much more interesting.


6,518 posted on 05/11/2005 3:22:48 PM PDT by silent_jonny
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To: silent_jonny
I doubt the intelligence of anybody that chooses "iluvcon" as their screen name.

LOL! Well "iluvcon" is probably about 12, has a goo-goo-eyed crush on Constantine, and is absolutely clueless. (Was I ever THAT young?!)

6,519 posted on 05/11/2005 3:22:51 PM PDT by Wolfstar (U.S.M.C. -- when it absolutely, positively has to be destroyed over night)
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To: Ciexyz

Well, I do agree with doodlelady that he probably chose this song because the lyrics were meaningful to him, and I do like the song, but it was a bit bland. He nailed "For the Love of Money", though!


6,520 posted on 05/11/2005 3:23:07 PM PDT by bamabaseballmom
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