I've had 24 hours to process Wednesday's American Idol, and I can re-confirm that it's a damn good episode: inspired song choices (Elise Testone's "Whole Lotta Love" is the season's highpoint), eye-popping revelations (Stevie Nicks telling Phillip Phillips that -- wait for it -- Mick Fleetwood would've invited him to join Fleetwood Mac's biggest lineup, had he been around in the '70s), and polarizing performances (Colton Dixon's lachrymose Lifehouse cover, anyone?).
But the frontrunners were clear. Did this translate to a justified elimination during Thursday's show? Scroll down to see who -- if anyone -- was catapulted to a faraway field that could inspire Scotty McCreery's next twangy hit.
The bottom three included Teenage Holly Hunter Prom Princess Skylar Laine, tiny, worried-looking Hollie Cavanagh, and the reformed joker Heejun Han. The judges laughed and denied the loser a save, so that means it's time to say goodbye to.
But the frontrunners were clear. Did this translate to a justified elimination during Thursday's show? Scroll down to see who -- if anyone -- was catapulted to a faraway field that could inspire Scotty McCreery's next twangy hit.
The bottom three included Teenage Holly Hunter Prom Princess Skylar Laine, tiny, worried-looking Hollie Cavanagh, and the reformed joker Heejun Han. The judges laughed and denied the loser a save, so that means it's time to say goodbye to.
- 3/30/2012
- by virtel
- The Backlot
If you’re going to get eliminated from American Idol, it might as well happen on the same week when five of the nine contestants received standing ovations from the judges.
Better still if you were present to witness Nicki Minaj (accompanied by the Old Navy Backup Dancers) lipsynching and boob-tucking her way through some kind of hootenanny that is Exhibit A in proving pretty much anyone can have a hit “song” at any time in these crazy (possible end) times.
And added bonus points if you managed to score some insightful, one-on-one mentoring from living legend Stevie Nicks, who...
Better still if you were present to witness Nicki Minaj (accompanied by the Old Navy Backup Dancers) lipsynching and boob-tucking her way through some kind of hootenanny that is Exhibit A in proving pretty much anyone can have a hit “song” at any time in these crazy (possible end) times.
And added bonus points if you managed to score some insightful, one-on-one mentoring from living legend Stevie Nicks, who...
- 3/30/2012
- by Michael Slezak
- TVLine.com
American Idol reeled in fans of The Hunger Games last night, when host Ryan Seacrest began the night by telling the top nine, “May the odds be ever in your favor.” He continued on to talk about how hungry these contestants were to be the next American Idol and the clever dialogue was just the beginning of tricks for the night. Group performances and a duet with Stevie Nicks helped fill in some time during this two hour broadcast… and it actually worked. The theme this week also enabled the contestants to sing songs from their own idols, which brought some of the most exciting song choices of the season so far as it really helped us see these contestant’s musical aspirations clearer than ever. This was definitely one of the better weeks for the all of the contestants. There were three or four boring performances but those contestants...
- 3/29/2012
- by Melody Simpson
- BuzzFocus.com
It frightens me to think about American Idol contestants and their "heroes." Can't you imagine a youngster like Joshua Ledet swooning over The Pussycat Dolls and claiming he's listened to them since he was three? "My momma would tuck me in and sing 'Stickwitu' until I fell asleep! That's why I understand Soul!" Can't you picture Skylar Laine raising a Playskool lighter to the sky and proclaiming her undying devotion to Lady Antebellum? Can't you picture Hollie Cavanagh gloating over her love of... Lady Antebellum? Look, I was really scared that Lady Antebellum was going to come up. But it didn't. Phew. Still, some of the contestants' actual choices weren't much better -- even if most performances this week were really-effing-great.
And speaking of effing: If I were on Idol, I'd have chosen "F*ck and Run" by Liz Phair for Hero Week, because 1) I am a cunning homosexual who...
And speaking of effing: If I were on Idol, I'd have chosen "F*ck and Run" by Liz Phair for Hero Week, because 1) I am a cunning homosexual who...
- 3/29/2012
- by virtel
- The Backlot
After weeks of tackling dated songs (and generally performing them poorly) all it took to give "American Idol" a shot of adrenaline was to allow the contestants to sing songs from their own musical idols. Finally, no more trying to fit their voices to Billy Joel's style, or forcing them to sing Stevie Wonder when all they want to do is Dave Matthews. This week saw most of the finalists truly bringing their A-game, resulting in an eclectic array of musical choices that actually offered some modicum of entertainment value.
Unfortunately, with only 9 contestants left and two hours to fill, we were also subjected to three trio numbers -- only one of which was actually worth listening to -- but such is life, since Fox apparently remains resistant to shortening the Wednesday night show to 90 minutes.
Here's the rundown of this week's performances -- feel free to weigh in...
Unfortunately, with only 9 contestants left and two hours to fill, we were also subjected to three trio numbers -- only one of which was actually worth listening to -- but such is life, since Fox apparently remains resistant to shortening the Wednesday night show to 90 minutes.
Here's the rundown of this week's performances -- feel free to weigh in...
- 3/29/2012
- by Laura Prudom
- Aol TV.
Last week, we watched as the American Idol contestants took on songs from the Billy Joel songbook. This week, the Top 9 tackle the songs of their idols, which includes a range of songs from Lifehouse to Led Zeppelin.
Ryan issues the proclamation to start: "May the odds be ever in your favor," and suddenly I'm imagining the contestants going at it Capitol-style, which is way more interesting than tonight's show turned out to be. In the dome, as on the stage, my money would still be on Phillip Phillips since he's a country boy. And country boys can survive, right?
Colton Dixon is up first singing one of my favorite Lifehouse songs--"Everything." Stevie Nicks says this song "goes into the heart of woman." As much as I'm a Colton fan, and as much as I truly love this song, this wasn't my favorite performance of his. It was kind...
Ryan issues the proclamation to start: "May the odds be ever in your favor," and suddenly I'm imagining the contestants going at it Capitol-style, which is way more interesting than tonight's show turned out to be. In the dome, as on the stage, my money would still be on Phillip Phillips since he's a country boy. And country boys can survive, right?
Colton Dixon is up first singing one of my favorite Lifehouse songs--"Everything." Stevie Nicks says this song "goes into the heart of woman." As much as I'm a Colton fan, and as much as I truly love this song, this wasn't my favorite performance of his. It was kind...
- 3/29/2012
- by miranda.wicker@gmail.com (Miranda W.)
- TVfanatic
Fox
The Idols took on their personal idols tonight on “American Idol,” singing songs of the performers they aspire to be like. Everyone stepped up their game, filling the stage with emotion, rock and even redemption. And Steven Tyler was livelier than he’s been in a while.
Before they hit the stage, we saw Tommy Hilfiger consulting with the group. His effort this week: to allow the Idols, with consultation, to discover their own personal style, a style he...
The Idols took on their personal idols tonight on “American Idol,” singing songs of the performers they aspire to be like. Everyone stepped up their game, filling the stage with emotion, rock and even redemption. And Steven Tyler was livelier than he’s been in a while.
Before they hit the stage, we saw Tommy Hilfiger consulting with the group. His effort this week: to allow the Idols, with consultation, to discover their own personal style, a style he...
- 3/29/2012
- by Stephanie Krikorian
- Speakeasy/Wall Street Journal
American Idol has entered the MySpace era (aka 2006), and is tapping into the powerful musical legacies of Toni Basil, Billy Ray Cyrus, and the Crash Test Dummies. Nope, I’m not pulling your leg. For the first time in its ten-season history, Fox’s behemoth of a singing competition is giving contestants the chance to audition online at myspace.com/americanidol from now through Oct. 6. Hopefuls between the ages of 15 and 28 (as of July 15, 2010) can submit 40-second videos in which they belt out one of 90 pre-approved tracks (listed below). Idol producers will then invite a select number of online auditioners...
- 9/15/2010
- by Michael Slezak
- EW.com - PopWatch
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