The Semis Group 2: aka, the night of half smiles
February 25th, 2009
The judges have switched order at the table which is screwing me up a little. Randy said last week’s group did pretty well. Dude, were you there?
| 01. Jasmine Murray
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 +1/2 |
“Love Song” by Sarah Bareilles – The beginning was really rough, but by the second verse she got into it. There were parts of it that were really good, but some notes were just way out of key. It doesn’t help that she’s in the dead-man’s spot. I hope people remember her 2 hours from now. |
| 02. Matt Giraud
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“Viva La Vida” by Coldplay – Oh man, Matt. I am so disappointed. The vocals were bad, the runs felt weird because the pace of the song is fast, and he tried to do riffs, and it didn’t fit. Give the kid his piano, dammit! |
| 03. Jeanine Vailes
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“This Love” by Maroon 5 – I don’t like the song choice, but it wasn’t as bad as the judges are saying. There were some parts of the song that weren’t bad. But the post-performance begging needs to stop. I know you are the oldest one there, Jeanine. I feel ya. But since you are so old and have so much wisdom, you should be better equipt to play the idol “song-choice” game. Picking Maroon 5 with that voice and arrangement was not playing the game well. |
| 04. Nick Mitchell
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“And I Am Telling You” by Jennifer Holliday – Well, like my mother and I discuss often, when the judges put through contestants like this, it takes on a life of its own. Sanjaya, anyone? However, I would take a hundred Sanjayas before this crazy. Ryan asks would Paula vote for him based on his voice, but at this point, we are voting on the whole package. Normund Gentile is along for the ride. It scares me that he could potentially get a record deal. They can put him on a plane to Vegas, but, God willing, not to the top 12. |
| 05. Allison Irahita
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 +1/2 |
“Alone” by Heart – The girl gets a zero for interview skills and stage banter, but she can really sing! Though she picked a song that will live in infamy by Carrie, she did a pretty good job. And in a show that was on course to become the second week of a derailing train, she brought it back on track. |
| 06. Kris Allen
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“Man In The Mirror” by Michael Jackson – Not bad, Kris! I thought it was a great pop rendition of the song. Singing Michael Jackson is tough, but it sounded like the perfect song for his voice. |
07. Megan Corkrey  |
+1/2 |
“Put Your Records On” by Corinne Bailey Rae – Eh. It was OK, and she is different in comparison to most of the other contestants this year. If she does go through, her voice won’t hold up against the others. That said, in comparison to some of the other girls we have heard, both tonight and last week, she might have a shot. |
| 08. Matt Breitzke
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“If You Could Only See” by Tonic – Not terrible, but I don’t think it will hold up. His voice wasn’t powerful or edgy enough to sing that, and the band wasn’t loud enough, either. And besides, the blue-collar worker position was filled by Michael last week, so I doubt he has wildcard potential. |
| 09. Jesse Langseth
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“Bette Davis Eyes” by Kim Carnes – It was pretty good! I think as far as the “smokey voices” go, she was as good, if not better, than Megan. I liked the “mysterious” tone of her voice and I enjoy the song. |
| 10. Kai Kalama
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“What Becomes of a Brokenhearted” by Jimmy Ruffin – He has a really good, pure voice, and with a song like this, the voice can shine through. That said, it was kind of boring and slow. |
| 11. Mishavonna Henson
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Rating:+1/2 |
“Drops of Jupiter” by Train – She has a really good voice. She is like the female version of Kai–good, clear voice, but the performance just won’t stick with people. She is forgettable in the race tonight. |
| 12. Adam Lambert
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+1/2 |
“Satisfaction” by The Rolling Stones – I think the word I dwell on most from the judge’s critique was manic. But his range IS amazing. He is obviously the the chosen one, and I think he will probably go through, but with performances like that, he might not last too long. It was too much for me. |
Tonight is tough for predictions. Adam is TCO, so I assume he will make it through, Allison had the biggest and best girl voice, and I think she will make it, too. Beyond that, I think Kris really popped out of nowhere tonight. As did Jesse Langseth. However, Megan was definitely pimped by the judges.
I was thoroughly disappointed by Matt Giraud tonight, and hope he gets another wildcard shot, but moreso hopes he chooses a better song.
Overall, better than last week, but miles of room for improvement. Also, 5 bucks says Lil Rounds sings last next week.
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5 Comments Add your own
1. Gretchen | February 25th, 2009 at 11:47 PM
My picks are basically the same as yours – Allison (who I thought was exceptionally good – for 16, she really has a future in music) and Adam (what a voice – yes, manic – but what a voice). And, I hate to say it, but I think Norman is going to get through. They’ve created a monster, and he may just devour the entire competition.
2. Ian | February 26th, 2009 at 1:13 AM
I agree that Allison, Kris and Jesse all did really well. I loved Normund/Nick’s performance, just because he sort of spoofed the whole concept of “Idol,” and I thought it was hilarious. I’m not sure if Adam is “the chosen one,” but he’s definitely got the talent to win this thing.
3. Kammy | February 26th, 2009 at 9:00 AM
Adam FTW!!!!!!!!Luv this guy! Super sexy and talented with a really nice personality. I’m in luv
4. Kristi | February 26th, 2009 at 1:59 PM
Allison and Adam were the best of the night and should make it. The third spot is tricky. I would LOVE it to be Nick. I thought he had the most entertaining performance in Idol history! I laughed my butt off! I hope he makes it!
BTW – I also voted for Sanjaya!
5. Fancy Pants | February 26th, 2009 at 3:21 PM
I am pulling for Adam, Allison and Megan. Check out my idol reviews at http://budurl.com/sz2a
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