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The ‘American Idol’ top 24 is finally chosen!
Ohhhh, this is first of the heart wrenching moments of the season. From 40 to 24. Tonight, somewhere in this group, stands the next American Idol!
The guys
Sanjaya Malakar made it this far when his sister did not which was obviously tough for both of them. A very low key Sanjaya is told he is through to the top 24. I’m so glad.
Brandon Rogers…honestly I don’t remember him from the earlier shows so it will be interesting to see how he is starting next week. His clip from Hollywood week sounded pretty average to me.
I loved Phil Stacy’s Hollywood clip (does he have gorgeous blue eyes or what?) and then they mentioned that he missed his little girls birth because of being at the Memphis audition. Now, I remember him. Not only is he an adorable father but a really good singer. Yeah!
Chubby curly head Chris Sligh is not the typical American Idol but I love his gentle voice and I’m thrilled he made it though.
A talented beat-boxer Blake Lewis was a hit during the group sing in Hollywood but Simon explained that this is a singing contest just before he told him he was “in.”
Rudy Cardinas has a very interesting face and smile (no that doesn’t mean ugly it just means not movie star or model beautiful but yet quite attractive) and his voice was pretty cool too. I was really glad he made it though.
Paul Kim is committed to living barefoot, on stage and off. He is also committed to change America’s way they look at Asian singer and he’ll get the chance.
AJ Tabaldo has auditioned five times to get here and it all paid off because he finally got through Hollywood week.
Nicolas Pedro left during Hollywood week last year but in taking his shot again, he’s successful again. I hope he can make it a while and not get kicked out right away.
Quick clip of Chris Richardson and I don’t remember him but he had a cool voice and of course get’s though.
Jared Cotter has a nice voice but he dances like a white boy. Kind of like what’s his face from Fresh Prince. What was that characters name with the funny dance? Anyway, I’ll have plenty of time to remember as we go further into the season.
The last two guys are waiting patiently as the last two in the contestant room. Tommy Daniels, known as the “cocky” one wasn’t worried earlier but has a little nervous energy now. Sundance was great in the auditions but didn’t fare so well in Hollywood so it was a huge surprise that Sundance is going through. I’m so happy because I loved Sundance and not so crazy about the cockiness of Tommy.
The girls
Melinda Doolittle is good enough to step out from the background singer’s world to try her had at singing solo.
Gina Glocksen’s second year in Hollywood pays off because the girl made it through. I really like her but I don’t know how to describe her except as a little alternative, dark hair with little red streaks in it. I’m thrilled she made it though.
Hailey Scanardo is another one I didn’t remember but she sounded girl in the clip she showed.
Jordan Sparks was a bright spot in Seattle but Randy thought the nerves got the best of her in Hollywood. Nevertheless, she continues on the journey.
Stephanie Edwards is another one I don’t remember from the auditions and she voice seems kind of average or like every other woman singer her age. She’s very pretty and I can’t wait to see how she does going forward.
Leslie Hunt shone on her last audition in Hollywood. A very excited red head that I can’t remember either.
Alena Alexander is a weeping wonder. She cries no matter what and asks if she can stand she’s so nervous. Randy convinces her to sit and while she fights back tears she tells them that she gave everything she could. And it paid off because we’ll be seeing more of her.
Sabrina Sloan makes it but again, I have no recollection.
Single mom Lakisha Jones was one of my favorites during the audition weeks and I’m so tickled she is going on and hopefully will be famous enough to make some money for her and her daughter. She seems like a class act. Simon stops her to tell her she’s through because she is a great singer and Paula tells her she’s a great singer but also a very beautiful person. Sniff…sniff…sniff…
Nicole Trellis looked comfortable on the stage in her little Hollywood clip and she should be pretty good.
Amy Krebs has a voice that looks much older and bigger than she is. She’s going to be one to watch!!!
Marisa Rhodes and Antonella Barba have to go to the “room” together but only one goes on. Antonella is through and honestly, she had a much better voice.
So that’s our top 24. How cool is this?
At this point I have favorite personalities probably more than favorite voices. But that will change by the time we are through next week I’m sure. Who are your favorites? Any predictions on the Top 12? Top 6 girls and Top 6 guys?
Oh yeah and don’t forgot to vote on this week’s Online Idol. I’m torn this week. There is not one clear cut favorite like I had last week.
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Comments
By Sarah
February 24, 2007 10:32 PM | Link to this
i think that sanjaya should win. he is still young,and I think he is the best looking from all of them too! <3 dont get voted off!
By Christina
February 22, 2007 9:51 PM | Link to this
sweet!
By diego
February 16, 2007 9:02 PM | Link to this
amy krebs shes the best shes definately my top 1 shes the best and her voice is an angels voice shes the best she rocks i think im in love lol
By Salvius
February 15, 2007 12:44 PM | Link to this
Just for fun, I think Chris Sligh ought to sing “Happy Together”. His looks, his hair, and his sense of humor all keep reminding me of Mark Vollman.
By Sir Critic
February 15, 2007 11:46 AM | Link to this
Hi Kelle. I notice you keep saying that you don’t remember this contestant or that contestant. I think this is the rotten fruit of Idol overemphasizing the freak show auditions and giving short shrift to the Hollywood shows. We haven’t been given enough time to really know a lot of these folks, and I think that shows in your post. They can bask in their ever-increasing ratings , but I think the producers should regret that move. That said, I like Sundance and Chris Sligh. Haven’t latched on to any of the girls. How can I after Kat last year? ;)
By Rob
February 14, 2007 10:51 PM | Link to this
A very strong top 24 in my opinion. The only ones I really don’t like are Sanjaya and Paul Kim.