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Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Why ‘American Idol’ producers should revisit that age limit
The producers of “American Idol” should really re-evaluate that whole age limit thing.
Because tonight, Jan. 13, 2010, a 62-year-old man won the hearts of “Idol” fans across America.
“American Idol” judges Randy Jackson, Kara Dioguardi and Simon Cowell and guest judge Mary J. Blige hit Atlanta in search of some true Southern talent.
The judges spotted some real contenders in Atlanta — and even found their new William Hung.
Here’s a look at the good, the bad and the funny.
Superstar potential: Church singer Jermaine Sellers, who added an R&B twist to Joan Osbourne’s “What if God was One of Us?” and prompted the first “this kid is HOT” of the season from Randy. The fact that Jermaine cares for his mother, who has Spina bifida, adds that whole triumph-over-adversity factor.
The “authentic” country girl from the country Vanessa Wolfe offers the rags-to-riches fairy tale element. From rural Tennessee, this small-town girl talked about her really cheap clothes and even told host Ryan Seacrest she’d never been on an “aeroplane” before. Imagine the Hollywood makeover possibilities here.
Super talented and super-pretty country singer Mallorie Haley, who very confidently sang Janis Joplin’s “Piece of My Heart”, could very well be this season’s “It” girl.
Police officer Bryan Walker, the Tennessee cop looking to chase a dream instead of a suspect, prompted Randy’s second “HOT” of the evening.
Not too shabby: The very likable beauty pageant contestant and Miss Congeniality winner Keia Johnson, who sang Celine Dion’s “My Heart Will Go On.” Not the best vocals, but she’s very marketable, and we all know that matters in this competition.
“Guitar girl” Holly Harden, whose ridiculous guitar costume was a little off-putting, actually surprised the judges with her Loretta Lynn lyrics.
“The next big thing” Skibowski, who certainly seems to think pretty highly of himself based on the fact he referenced himself in the third person practically every other word and wore clothing basically marketing himself as an “Idol” star, actually had some talent to back it up.
Shame of a nation: Dewone Robinson, who performed a frightening original duet (complete with acting out the male and female parts) called “Lady we’re not together anymore.
” Alabama’s Jesse Hamilton’s three near-death experiences couldn’t earn him enough pity points to overshadow his embarrassing rendition of Garth Brooks’ “If Tomorrow Never Comes.
” The way-too-energetic Lamar, whose “Kiss from a Rose” wasn’t quite as good as he swore it was. At least he delivered the best parting line of the night: “Man, I wish Paula were here.”
In a league of his own: 62-year-old Gen. Larry Platt sang a really, um, catchy, song called “Pants on the ground.” Who knew droopy pants could make for such strong song material! At least he got the judges laughing with his original lyrics and smooth dance moves (he even did a split). “I have a horrible feeling that song could be a hit,” Simon said.
Simon could be onto something. There’s just something special about that song. In fact, it’s now stuck in my head and is probably trending on Twitter as we speak — and if it’s not, it should be.
“Pants on the ground, pants on the ground… Looking like a fool with your pants on the ground.”
Somehow I don’t think we’ve seen the last of Larry.
What did you think of Atlanta’s offerings?
