American Idol - Blake versus Jordin

At the beginning of the season I wasn't all that excited about AI. None of the people really did it for me. I think coming off of the season with Chris, Elliot and even Taylor made it less exciting. Now that we are in the last week, I am sad to see it come to end end. I have grown to love many of the people from this season.

Singing alone, Jordin beats Blake. But (yes there is a but in there) I think she beats him in contemporary, ballad type songs. Jordin has a hell of a voice, but her voice isn't super flexible. (At least when comparing to someone like Kelly Clarkson) Singing aside, Blake is one of the best performers ever on AI. He does have a voice, but it depends on the genre of music. Jordin just doesn't appear comfortable working the stage.

Personally I think Jordin will win. I think the judges were setting that up perfectly. But honestly, I don't think it really matters. Blake and Jordin will both do very well.

American Idol - The Semi Finals

And then there were three. It is down to Jordin, Blake and Melinda now. And how did they do tonight?

Song #1
Jordin was up first and did well. After the past few weeks I wasn't sure how she would do, but she has redeemed herself.
Blake sang Roxanne. I just love The Police. I think he did great, minus the breaking the mic incident at the end. Oops.
Melinda went last. So far she is the weakest of the evening, IMO.
So how did they place? Jordin, Blake and then Melinda.

Song #2
Jordin did "work hard for her money" on that song. She has great vocals.
Blake and Maroon 5. I loved, loved, loved it. Perfect song choice.
Melinda... I have to admit I fast forwarded the DVR to get caught up. She just didn't strike my interest with the first few notes. Sorry Melinda.
So for song #2, Blake, Jordin and then Melinda.

Song #3
Jordin... I hate the song itself, but a perfect showcase of her range. I do have to agree with Simon on the song choice though.
Blake. Okay I LOVED the clip from his hometown. "I like big butts and I cannot lie..." As for his song tonight (you know the real reason for this post) I cannot stand Robin Thicke. (Sorry Alan, AKA Jason Seaver) I personally wish he would have chosen The Cure. Good performance overall. You can tell that he was having a blast and enjoys being up there. In my opinion that has alot to do with being an "Idol".
Melinda, Melinda, Melinda... This was her best performance of the evening. I think many of the things I liked about her in the beginning of the season showed in this performance. I still can't see her being an "American Idol".
This round I say Melinda, Blake and then Jordin. Sorry Jordin, but song choice, song choice song choice.

So who will go? I think it would be a toss up between Blake and Melinda. Who would I like to go? Melinda. I would love to see a Blake versus Jordin final. No matter what they all have huge futures ahead of them.

It's Guy's Night - American Idol Week 3

Ahhh yes. My weekly AI post. I know you have been sitting on the edge of your computer chair waiting for this.

Yippie it's guys night! Yes, there are some amazing voices amongst the ladies, but nothing that is "different". So for me it's all about the guys. My thoughts this Tuesday evening?

• Blake - Blake is one of my top favorites. He is so new, so different, so Blake. If only I was 10 years younger and single...
• Sanjaya - The only good thing about him was his hair. He had KILLER hair. I wonder if I could find out the name of his stylist.
  
• Sundance - It wasn't anywhere near Chris Daughtry, but it was decent. He added a bit of himself, so that was nice. He will be safe this week.
  
• Chris R. - I just love him too. How can anyone NOT love him. Give me him and Blake and I would be a happy happy woman.
  
• Jared - He just reminds me of a lounge singer.
  
• Brandon - Much better than last week. Much, much much. Did I say he was better than last week?
• Phil - I love his voice, but tonight was not a good night. I hope next week he comes back and knocks our socks off.
  
• Chris S. - I love his personality, his voice, his style. I think the judges were crazy in their thoughts tonight. While his song choice wasn't my favorite, I love his range.
  

The judges say song choice, song choice song choice. True in some ways, but for me it's the VOICE. I have no clue what Blake's song was, and I still loved him.

So who will go? Sanjaya and Jared. Best of the night? Blake and Chris Squared.

American Idol - Guys Night

I am an American Idol fanatic, so be prepared for lots of AI blogging.

Tonight the final 12 guys performed and we get to vote two out. I have to say last week, with a few exceptions, I was pretty excited about the final 12 guys. Tonight, not so much.

My tops picks tonight are Blake Lewis, Chris Sligh and Phil Stacey. I won't say who were my bottom picks.

I hope the guys step it up next week. There is nothing sexier than a man that can sing.