American Idle
For the first time, ever, I’m going to watch American Idle (yes, I purposely spelled it wrong). I’ve never, even, watched a second of this show, before. All’s I know is that blogland is incessantly talking about it. I’ll update this post, after I watch the show. By the way, I purposely showed a picture of Simon Cowell, cuz he has some serious man boobs. Update: I crack myself up!!!! I can’t watch American Idol cuz my cable is out! I don’t think it’s meant to be. Some may wonder why I just don’t watch regular television. Well, I’m too close to the downtown towers to get good reception (I tried). All’s I have to say is, “It (cable) better be back up by the time Law & Order, SVU comes on, at 10.”
Tags: American Idol, Fox Television, Law & Order SVU, Man Boobs, Simon Cowell
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May 7, 2008 at 1:34 am
Are you telling me that you’ve never laid eyes on my most guilty secret pleasure, the cuter-than-a-basket-of-kittens David Archadorable? I don’t know, maybe it’s that we’re both mormon or something but I just want to put that kid through college. I’m this normal guy on the outside but there is a DIRTY OLD MAN waiting a couple more decades to come out.
David Archuleta - Angels
Steve says, “I’ve seen and hear about him around the net. Thanks for the video.”
May 7, 2008 at 4:04 am
Hahahahaha! I think the cable company probably saved your sanity.
Actually, I have never seen the show either. And don’t want to.
Steve says, “I was pretty sure I was the only American…”
May 7, 2008 at 6:28 am
We accidentally watched it while surfing around the primary results.
My unsolicited review:
“I Shot My Chances”
Obama has won N. Carolina - John King is playing with his computer wall. Surf. “Final 4 on American Idle!” Ok.
First up dude who looks uncomfortable in his outfit. Sings a Wham song? I don’t remember. He was ok. Next up only female contestant left. She does Proud Mary - Rule #1 if you can’t shake you a$$, and strut, in some cha-cha heels do not attempt this song. Nuf said.
Commercial - surf - back
Dreadlocks Elf sings “I Shot the Sheriff” ~ it was like the Elf, band, background singers had all taken a gulp out of Paul’s cup during the break. I’ll get back to her. Bottom line no one was feeling it. Train wreck.
Then up was David Archadorable. I thought he had been knocked out early on. He sings. He’s good. He’s got in right spot to ride the wave until the end of this year’s freak show musical. After his performance is when the Paula train wreck starts, in slow motion, through the end of the show. There was a point where I though that Randy and Simon were there to make sure she didn’t slide out of her seat. Po’ thing. I think I heard her knock her big Coke cup off the table too.
Song #2:
Guy #1 does a Who song. Oh - that’s why he’s still in the running. A rocker with his Les Paul and kissable lips. Right. He does a good cover of the song. He’s off the hook for next week.
Only female sings Sam Cook’s “Change” - it’s like Fantasia singing “Summertime” only not on the stage floor. Judges: Randy no - Bobble Head Paula & Simon thumbs and appendages up. Last Female Standing cries. Paula & Simon point at Randy and blame him; actually I think she was crying cause she knew she was good through next week.
Dreadlocks Elf: Mr. Tambourine Man by Dylan!?!?!!! For your last final 4 choice?!?!?? Judges = general disdain. Elf starts to tear up Ryan quickly makes his move to stop the tear drop from dropping…..
David Archadorable does Elvis. He’s in the end zone…. Touchdown!!!! The 17 year old kicks everyones ass for the evening with double knock out. He looks like he is going to cry or pass out. Ryan moves in to hold him up.
Bottom line:
Dreadlocks Boy blew his chances of moving on. Simon told him to pack his bags. Stay tuned. His crazed Dreadlocks Elf fans may outvote - out text - back door - someone else. Who knows? Who cares?
Steve says, “Sounds like I didn’t miss a thing!”
May 7, 2008 at 7:44 am
The first time David Archadorable sang Ryan came over and massaged his shoulders. The second time Ryan’s hand was massaging David’s lower back. I don’t blame him I wouldn’t be able to keep away from him either but Simon is going to be jealous.
David Cook can melt me with a stare. His hungry like the wolf looked like he was looking for an ass to fuck. Dreadlocks boy should have been voted out long ago. He butchered my sweet Judy Garland’s “somewhere over the rainbow” and I can’t forgive him for that.
Steve says, “ARchadorable is funny as shit! I saw David Cook’s performance of “Billie Jean” on Rod’s blog, and loved it!”
May 7, 2008 at 8:23 am
This sounds horrible. but I’d totally pay to see the Davids do it.
Steve says, “Well, I don’t think the one David is an adult. Although, I believe there are many men and women, who are counting the days!”
May 7, 2008 at 9:11 am
they say it is teenage girls ( and teenage poofters too, no doubt) that power the locomotive of AI. frankly, i don’t doubt it. what i actually enjoy, is watching these young performers wannabees develop and grow as technicians and artists as they go through the process of live performance and critique. david gray was nowhere near as strong at the beginning of the show as he had become by the one where he performed chris cornell’s version of “billie jean”. but man, he nailed that puppy and with robust confidence too, which i believe he gained flargely rom this televised process.
so- perhaps it’s dribble- perhaps it’s performance bootcamp- but i enjoy it most times and the music always makes me happy.
Steve says, “I did enjoy that “Billie Jean” video, and maybe one of these days, I’ll actually get to watch the show!”
May 7, 2008 at 12:40 pm
I have never watched an episode of American Idol either. So much of it is hashed out the next day by morning talk shows and entertainment news shows. I have never followed it. Unfortunately, SVU was another repeat.
Steve says, “I didn’t know SVU was a repeat, as it was the first time I’d seen the episode. I’ve missed a lot of this season. And it looks like I’m not alone, in never watching AI.”
May 7, 2008 at 5:12 pm
I’m gonna zip a few of the songs and send them to you so you’ll be right up with the rest of us. I download the full length recording each week and then delete the really suck-ass also-rans that haven’t been illininated yet. Keep an eye on your email this weekend.
Steve says, “Awww, that’s nice of ya Lance. Thanks!”
May 11, 2008 at 11:24 pm
very clever bloke simon cowell
he is refreshing in that he speaks his mind
he was really outrageously crewel years ago but that i’m sure was a ploy to get people to watch
he understands what people enjoy
he thinks out of the box
he takes risks
you have to watch, so you think you can dance [also cowels]- the talent of young people is amazing
but it’s also really exploitative/abusive what the producers demand of them - rehearsing day in day and out - it’s body abuse
it shows what you are capable of - if you have a great teacher – as long as your body can do it!
each year the budget gets bigger
they have finally got some decent dressers and well known artists don’t mind being associated with it now
when they [the famous singers] were muttering what rubbish the concept was as they had to work their little socks off to get to where they where etc etc
it’s great publicity for them of course
the politicians now have cottoned on and unfortunately the production team are allowing it!
Bush too got on the band wagon
I think we ordinary people really love to see “real” people who haven’t been corrupted by their production/media companies behave naturallyish
mind you some of the contestants have caught on that a tear hear and there can keep you on the show!
ps
bravo! very readable site
Steve says, “Well, hopefully I’ll watch the show at some point!”