Who is it going to be?????

Isn't this just plain old fun all you forum readers out there in the cyber world?? We had a good old fashioned battle between Kris and Adam for the title of American Idol 2009. Did anyone see this one coming at all? If you look at my Top 13 predictions on my sidebar, Kris wasn't even close to making it to the finals. Of course we knew Adam would make it. So let's discuss last night:

1. Kris performed his season favorite "Ain't no sunshine" and nailed it. I really think that this was his best performance as well and feel like it is the one that cemented him into the competition. He did it justice again last night. Simon giving him the reigns of round 1. He then sang the classic "What's goin' on" while playing the guitar and it was just a little too chill for me. It was good, but I was not blown away by this version.

2. Adam sang his top song of the season "Mad World" and came out of the stairs very dramatically. He had some fog going across the whole stage which I thought was very cool. He donned some massive black trench coat. The whole thing was a little Edward Cullenish. I still liked it, and I LOVE the song. You all know that. His next performance was "A Change is Gonna Come" and I thought he sang it very well. He really never sings flat. For all the Adam haters out there,,, just you wait until he can sing whatever the heck he wants to. No genre's, no limitations, and something original. He is going to be a mega superstar if he gets behind the right writers and none of us "climbing the mountains, surviving the hurricanes, holding on" bull crap that Kara dioGuardi wrote for the contestants last night.

Let's Discuss:

Why does the coronation song have to be the cheesiest lyrics of all time. It seems like each year the song gets worse. I can't even handle listening to the song. One of my fellow forum readers told me that she hopes Adam does not win because than that song will be his first single, and it will haunt and plague him the rest of his days. Seriously? What is up with that...?

So I can honestly tell you that I have no clue who the contest is going to... Can you believe that? It's going to be so close, and I will guarantee that some sort of new voting record was made last night even though we were having problems with our phone lines for like half the show. I am so excited for tonight's finale results show. I just love the stars that come to perform. Love the duets and surprise performances. It's been a great season and this has also been a creative waste of my time each week, but deep down you know you are all going to miss my inspirational thoughts and rippings on of little innocent auditioners,,,,,, and it goes on and on. Chat soon!

And the finalists are,,,,,,,

What in the world happened last Wednesday?? The planets went all skiwompsy and our little Dark Horse Kris Allen made it to the finals. This was a complete and utter shock to the country....And to Kris too. Everyone has been hoping for the Adam/Danny finale from the beginning of the season. I'm sure the producers didn't see this one coming since they pimped and pushed Danny and his backstory on us from clear back in January. I had never even seen Kris since his first cheesy performance of "Man in the Mirror" in the first live performances. I couldn't stand him at all until he sang "Ain't no sunshine"... at that point I thought he was getting better and better. As we sat there wondering if it was going to be Adam or Danny, my heart was racing and I was warning everyone in the room to be aware of their ear drums if Adam did not become the next finalist.... Thankfully he was chosen as the competitor against Kris Allen.
Ryan Seacrest tell us however that only 1 million votes separated the two finalists... However did anyone hear Ryan say if Kris was the top vote getter or was it Adam?? Danny was pretty shocked too I bet. But to tell ya the truth, I'm glad he didn't make it in. I wouldn't buy any of his songs. He just sings the wedding type love songs, and is too gruff... I would buy some Kris Allen joints for sure.

So on for the show tonight. Rumors are this... Adam to sing Mad World, Kris to sing either Heartless or Falling Slowly...one song choice from the producer, and then the coronation song which was co-written by Kara dioGuardi. This is quite the finale with such complete opposite performers...

One dude wearing jeans and t-shirts and sorta just chillin',,,, and one with liner, polish, hair, and leather to boot. Who is it going to be?? Can't wait for tonight and Wednesday ....

The 3 Perform

This is by far the best and closest competition I've seen in American Idol. All three men left are so different musically, personality wise, and style wise it's just so hard to decide who's going to make it. I mean obviously it will be Adam,,, but geez,,, Danny or Kris???

Let's discuss:

1. Kris Allen had the task to take on "Apologize" by One Republic. He did aw-ight.. I wanted more from him on this song. I was really looking for some impressive interpretation, but it was just so so. I was about ready to write him off. Then he took on a Kanye West song,, what?? "Heartless" is so not an acoustic guitar song,, or is it? He blew me away with his confidence on the stage during this performance and his ability just knock it out of the park. It even made Simon wonder who was really going to be in the finals with Adam.
2. Now Danny had the opportunity to sing Paula's song by who the heck is Terence Trent D'arby?? Has anyone out there in the idol forum even heard of this crack pot? And the song,,, atrocious!! Dance Little Sister,,,? It was a dumb performance. I hated it. I hated the song. For his personal choice, of course he sang some sappy ballad from the '80's.. Joe Cocker's "You are so beautiful".... what a raspy bull crap song. I don't know what it is about this song,,, maybe because Joe Cocker is just a old bald yelling dude from the '80's. However, Danny did sing the song well with emotion and heart, and you just couldn't help but think of him singing about his wife. Will it be enough to save him?

3. Adam of course was the last singer of the night. And of course he got the best song from Simon. I love that Simon had to get permission from Bono himself to let Adam sing "One" by U2. This is one of my Top Ten songs of my life. In fact U2 has to be one of my favorite bands of all time... no doubt. So, this performance started out really impressive, not rock at all, but then went maybe, a bit over the top at the end when he broke into the chorus... I wanted him to pull back just a little bit, like he did with Mad World - still one of the best performances in 8 years history of the show. For Adam's final number he performed Aerosmith's "Cryin".... have we had an Aerosmith week yet? That would be a good one for sure. He did phenomenal... he held back, didn't screach too much, and he just amazes me by never ever making mistakes. Has he ever made a freaking mistake in his vocals?? Wow,,,,
So, Simon is really pushing the voters to dial in and text for Adam,, how blatantly obvious can we get. But he did however, leave the night open when he said that Kris was now giving Gokey a run for his money.

Tonight's performance rankings for me:

1. Adam
2. Kris
3. Danny

Performing tonight will be Jordin Sparks, Katy Perry, and we find out who the bloody finalists are...... I can't wait. Next week is going to be so much fun! They always have really big stars to perform.

Adam Lambert at Mt Carmel graduation 2000

What?? So someone at my church said she went to HS with Adam and he was an overweight, redheaded, drama nerd...

Does this even look like him? Has he had a nose job? Anyways, I would never ever had recognized this person as Adam Lambert... wow!

American Idol scream heard round the world!

Sorry folks, had to post it! It just makes me laugh so hard.....

Results - New Top 3

Well my dear forum friends, last night there was an unjust event on the American Idol stage. Hokey Gokey has stayed on despite the scream heard around the world, and our Allison who can wail like none other, has left the building. My old favorite Chris Daughtry performed with his band and he can sure sing. And the band No Doubt with Gwen Stefani is back in action going on a tour apparently. This song and performance so reminded me of watching her on MTV's spring Break spectacular 13 years ago in 1996, my senior year.. she was a spaz then and she's still a spaz,, but it's weird now because she has two kids and she's turning 40 this year. I think it might be time to settle it? or not? I can't decide with her. She sounded terrible and winded by the way.
And last but not least, let's discuss our favorite judge on the panel, Paula Abdul. She performed, she danced, she lip-synced, she is still entertaining? First of all, I just had to wikipedia her to find out her age... I am dying!! She is 47 years old next month! Way to go Paula on still looking like a youngster out there while having young men parade around you and carry you around the stage like a Cougar goddess. Despite the 'supposed' drug problems, babbling nonsense, and cleavage enhancing outfits every night,,, she's still got a little something on stage. (yes, I said it) The new single is a bit Brittney Spears-ish with the weird mic and such, but it could be a little catchy, it might be...... whatever it is though, it ain't no "Straight Up"... now that one takes me back.... 5th grade baby...

On a final discussion - I am massively unimpressed with the producers and judges this season for not pushing Allison more onto the voters. She had 1000 times more potential and talent than Lil whom they pushed and pushed til they realized there really ain't nothin' there to push.

We never really saw Allison til she surprised us all in the Top 36 with her Heart performance, and each week she knew who she was and never acted like a sheep, like so many others. She was critiqued on her clothes, her age, her personality, but none of them ever said this girl could make it to the finals. That is exactly where she belongs, next to Adam. What a show that would have been! Can you imagine Adam and Kris in the finals.... there's just no comparison, and no energy from Kris. Allison had the energy that makes you want to get up, jump, and play some Rock Band! I'm really sad about the whole thing.

So, for next week the Idols go to their home towns, cry over the attention, make me cry, and then get to sing two songs. One pick from the judges and one from their own personal list. I always like this show because the idols are legitimately overwhelmed with the attention they get from their new fandome of their new life. I remember David Archuletta and David Cook last year just crying at it all. So, we're coming to an end here folks, two more weeks and we'll find out who belongs in the question mark.....So exciting!

Top 4 Perform

Rock on Dude! I was not impressed by two people during this show. Kris Allen and Danny Gokey, and this was expected. They are not hard core rockers or performers for that matter. Allison and Adam just tore - it - up last night. Adam of course was way decked out in rocker attire and Allison finally got her hair right...!

Let's Discuss:

1. Kris Allen was so out of his element last night. He put his little twist on "Come Together" by the Beatles, but it was sooo not rock. After Adam went first anyways, everything was pale in comparison. Is he too cute to be a rocker?? That answer is yes my friends.

2. The next one up to stink on the stage was our little pal Danny Gokey. He tried to sing Aerosmith's "Dream On" and of course those last notes really only belong to Steven Tyler. (and possibly Adam Lambert had he sung it) He looked so uncomfortable... he had a very off night the entire show.Duet Time.... These two were paired up together for a little "Renegade" by Styx. Wow, it started off bad, then they finally got going. But Danny outsang Kris for sure. p.s. I liked the duets this season, it is interesting to see how they can handle the stage with another person and harmonize.

This duet really got the stage cookin'. These two sang "Slow Ride" by Foghat. Love this song, mostly because it's on the Dazed and Confused soundtrack. First off, Adam's pulling off some crazy pants, secondly, they are having fun!! It was really exciting to watch these two rockers perform. Love the boots.

3. I firmly believe that the Adam fans went into overtime to vote last night since he was in the bottom last week. He for sure is safe after singing Led Zeppelin's "Whole Lotta Love". I am not too familiar with Led Zeppelin so this was a new song for me. Of course he nailed it, and yes, he has weird facial expressions, but he is performing! Love the attitude and clothes for sure. I've been playing a lot of Rock Band lately, and this is something I would buy my character.. he he.

4. Allison is suppsed to be in the finals with Adam, they are fun to watch, they have energy, and she has not received the proper credit that she deserves. This girl can sing for cyring out loud! She sang Janis Joplin's "Cry Baby" and really rocked it. I really like her a lot and her hair is soooooooo much better this week.

Set to perform tonight are Paula Abdul (K. What??) Daughtry, and Slash.... This is going to rock!

My performance rankings after last night are:

1. Adam

2. Allison

3. Kris

4. Danny

(3 and 4 positions are tied for suckiness)

Results Top 5

So it has been 6 days since we found out the fate of our latest idol to be dropped. Wednesday night was filled with surprises.. oh my! Top 2 were Allison and Danny, and bottom 3 were Adam, Kris, and Matt.... this was definitely a shocker and I believe most viewers were just sitting at the edge of their seats.... who would be safe? who would go home?

Then Ryan announced that Kris was safe,,, oh my goodness could Adam really be sent packing? No folks, it was Matt Giraud. It was the most logical boot in these top 5 singers. But I was biting my nails that night everyone. Now, here's a point to make. Ryan never said these were your bottom 2. So possibly Adam was third, but they wanted to make for good television and drama so pinned him up with Matt... hmmm,,, what do we think?

Jamie Foxx disappointed me with his stupid song. I would have liked it a million times better if he weren't trying to be like Kanye and sing with that weird mic. They are all starting to sound the same. Taylor Hicks, well, never really was a big fan of him that season, and I am still not a fan. I just don't like watching him. Natalie Cole I thought did an ok job.

Stay tuned for tonight with the Rock'n'Roll theme.... it's gonna be a head banger's ball for sure..