Party of Five
4/28/2009 10:24:00 PM Edit This 0 Comments »
I thought this would be easy ...but there are so many great artists that I would like to recommend, that it's really hard to choose. After contemplating for awhile I decided to take a chance on unknown and to present you with 5 individuals, why 5? ... because I don't know who would be the one worth hearing in the future and for now they all look really promising. They're AI's Top Five :D So let's get it started:
Allison Iraheta
Age: 17
Birthday: April 27, 1992
Hometown: Downey, CA
Audition: San Francisco, California
Songs which she sang so far:
• February 25 - "Alone" by Heart
• March 10 - "Give In to Me" by Michael Jackson
• March 17 - "Blame It on Your Heart" by Patty Loveless (Bottom 3)
• March 25 - "Papa Was a Rolling Stone" by The Temptations
• March 31 - "Don't Speak" by No Doubt (Bottom 3)
• April 7 - "I Can't Make You Love Me" by Bonnie Raitt
• April 14 - "I Don't Want to Miss a Thing" by Aerosmith from the movie, "Armageddon"
• April 21 - "Hot Stuff" by Donna Summer (Bottom 3)
About her:
She is a junior in high school. Despite her young age she is a great vocalist, who knows exactly what music she is going to do in the future. Allison began singing at the age of 5. She also enjoys playing the guitar. Three years ago she competed on "Quinceanera," a Telemundo reality show, and won $50,000 and a recording contract. However, the recording contract was never granted.
Trivia:
She is Kelly Clarkson's favorite contestant in the 8th season.
All four judges thought that she has chances in winning, and Paula Abdul said that she might be the dark horse of the competition.
Matt Giraud
Age: 23
Birthday: May 11, 1985
Hometown: Kalamazoo, MI
Audition: Louisville, Kentucky
Song which he sang so far:
• February 25 - "Viva La Vida" by Coldplay
• March 5 (Wild card show) - "Who's Loving You" by the Jackson 5
• March 10 - "Human Nature" by Michael Jackson
• March 17 - "So Small" by Carrie Underwood
• March 25 - "Let's Get It On" by Marvin Gaye (Bottom 2)
• March 31 - "You Found Me" by The Fray
• April 7 - "Part Time Lover" by Stevie Wonder
• April 14 - "Have You Ever Really Loved a Woman?" by Bryan Adams from the movie, "Don Juan DeMarco" (Judges saved him from being voted off.)
• April 21 - "Staying Alive" by The Bee Gees
About him:
Matt Giraud is from Michigan, he graduated from Western Michigan University in 2007. Matt plays the piano, guitar and drums. On the daily bases he plays in local clubs and pubs. He released an album called Perspective in 2003 and another in 2006 called Mind Body and Soul. Matt was the one who judges saved from being voted off.
Trivia:
He was considered a judges' favorite in Hollywood, and Randy Jackson named him among his "top 5" early favorites (and he was right :D)
He did not make the finals initially, but was brought back for the Wild Card show.
Kris Allen
Age: 23
Birthday: June 24, 1985
Hometown: Conway, AR
Audition: Louisville, Kentucky
Song which he sang so far:
• February 25 - "Man in the Mirror" by Michael Jackson
• March 10 - "Remember the Time" by Michael Jackson
• March 17 - "To Make You Feel My Love" by Garth Brooks
• March 25 - "How Sweet It Is" by Marvin Gaye
• March 31 - "Ain't No Sunshine" by Bill Withers
• April 7 - "All She Wants to Do Is Dance" by Don Henley
• April 14 - "Falling Slowly" by Glen Hansard & Marketa Irglova from the movie, "Once"
• April 21 - "She Worked Hard For The Money" by Donna Summer
About him:
Kris Allen is a student at the University of Central Arkansas majoring in business. He has been singing and playing the guitar since he was 13 years old. Kris also plays the piano, ukulele, viola and is a song-writer. In 2007, he self-produced an album entitled, Brand New Shoes with college friends.
Trivia:
Randy Jackson has compared him to Jason Mraz.
He is, along with Adam Lambert, David Cook's and Reba McEntire's favorites; Reba added to this list also Allison.
Adam Lambert
Age: 27
Birthday: January 29, 1982
Hometown: Hollywood, CA
Audition: San Francisco, California
Song which he sang so far:
• February 25 - "Satisfaction" by The Rolling Stones
• March 10 - "Black or White" by Michael Jackson
• March 17 - "Ring of Fire" by Johnny Cash
• March 25 - "Tracks of My Tears" by The Miracles
• March 31 - "Play That Funky Music" by Wild Cherry
• April 7 - "Mad World" by Tears for Fears
• April 14 - "Born to Be Wild" by Steppenwolf from the movie, "Easy Rider"
• April 21 - "If I Can't Have You" by Yvonne Elliman
About him:
Adam Lambert began singing at age 10 and has been involved with musical theater for the past eight years. He who was e.g. in the cast of Wicked and The Ten Commandments (alongside Val Kilmer). Adam Lambert grew up in San Diego, California but currently lives in Hollywood.
Trivia:
During Jackson Week Paula Abdul said that he will be in the final.
He is the only Idol contestent to date to get a standing ovation from Simon Cowell (after his performance of Mad World - U can watch it in my earlier post ;P)
Danny Gokey
Age: 29
Birthday: April 24, 1980
Hometown: Milwaukee, WI
Audition: Kansas City, Missouri
Song which he sang so far:
• February 17 - "Hero" by Mariah Carey
• March 10 - "P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)" by Michael Jackson
• March 17 - "Jesus, Take the Wheel" by Carrie Underwood
• March 25 - "Get Ready" by The Temptations
• March 31 - "What Hurts the Most" by Rascal Flatts
• April 7 - "Stand By Me" by Ben E. King, covered by Mickey Gilley
• April 14 - "Endless Love" by Diana Ross and Lionel Richie from the movie, "Endless Love"
• April 21 - "September" by Earth, Wind & Fire
About him:
Danny Gokey is a Church music teacher from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He is also the president and founder of a non-profit organization. In addition to singing, Danny plays the piano and loves salsa dancing. In July 2008, four weeks before he auditioned for American Idol, his wife Sophia died. She was a fan of the show and encouraged Danny to be a contestant. He credits her for his success.
Trivia:
He, along with Adam Lambert and Kris Allen, are the only contestants left that have never been in the Bottom 3.
All clips are from this week's AI, the theme was: Rat Pack; one of the contestants is going home today :(
When I heard Danny Gokey, singing Hero in the semis I was sure that he will do well. He was the first one that really got into me and because of that I will always have some sort of sentiment for him and his performances, even though I thought he killed one of my fav songs of all times What hurts the most ;) Besides this little unfortunate, in my opinion, song he really is doing great in the competition and after yesterday's show I have to say that Danny showed that he really should be in the top 2, he definitely is in mine.
Allison Iraheta was never my favorite, I'm all into R&B and black rhythms so I wanted Lil Rounds to stick around (she was voted off last week), but I have to admit that this girl really can sing. She has amazing vocals, and after hearing her I don't want to miss a thing I thought that she may get to the top 3. Unfortunately, it's AI and everything is possible, but hopefully she stays after yesterday, even though Simon said that she lacks confidence and because of that she might be in trouble...guess we'll see about that tonight or rather tomorrow :P
Matt Giraud is my least favorite from the five. Because when I look at him all I see is a shy guy looking like JT. I don't feel the connection between him and the audience and this is what really annoys to me. He has a great voice, but I think that he shouldn't be saved. In my opinion he just doesn't have the star pigment in him. In yesterday's performance he did a very good job but I think that in this stage of the competition one has to be exceptional and frankly, in my opinion, he wasn't. Matt had his great moments like when he sang Human Nature, but overall for me there were far more downs than ups. Above all, I do wish him well, I hope that he would have a great career after leaving AI and proves me wrong :)
Kris Allen - he's a surprise for me, because I never thought that he would get this far, though I have to admit that I only now learn to appreciate his talent. He had a straight line of strikes these past few weeks, and he definitely got me with his take on Ain't no sunshine, but I've already written about this performance in my earlier post. Can he win? Well, the possibility is always there, but I already has my favorite...
That's Adam Lambert! From week to week I admired his work and, like Kara DioGuardi calls it, artistry more and more. He is a real performer. He has a great contact with the audience, even sitting in front of the TV I still feel connected to him when he sings, he is really comfortable on stage and what is the most important he knows what exactly change in the song to make it his. He is not afraid of taking risks and I love him for it. His voice range is breathtaking, and even though I prefer Danny's timbre, I think that it was Adam who was born a star and should eventually win. He is an actor/singer and his broadway-like style of performing is something I really look forward to every week. I don't know if the music that he is going to do will suit my taste, but for now I'm definitely willing to give it a try.
That's all folks ;) so, what do you think?
Disclaimer: AI is a property of Simon Fuller and Fox. No copyright infringement intended.
Allison Iraheta
Age: 17Birthday: April 27, 1992
Hometown: Downey, CA
Audition: San Francisco, California
Songs which she sang so far:
• February 25 - "Alone" by Heart
• March 10 - "Give In to Me" by Michael Jackson
• March 17 - "Blame It on Your Heart" by Patty Loveless (Bottom 3)
• March 25 - "Papa Was a Rolling Stone" by The Temptations
• March 31 - "Don't Speak" by No Doubt (Bottom 3)
• April 7 - "I Can't Make You Love Me" by Bonnie Raitt
• April 14 - "I Don't Want to Miss a Thing" by Aerosmith from the movie, "Armageddon"
• April 21 - "Hot Stuff" by Donna Summer (Bottom 3)
About her:
She is a junior in high school. Despite her young age she is a great vocalist, who knows exactly what music she is going to do in the future. Allison began singing at the age of 5. She also enjoys playing the guitar. Three years ago she competed on "Quinceanera," a Telemundo reality show, and won $50,000 and a recording contract. However, the recording contract was never granted.
Trivia:
She is Kelly Clarkson's favorite contestant in the 8th season.
All four judges thought that she has chances in winning, and Paula Abdul said that she might be the dark horse of the competition.
Matt Giraud
Age: 23Birthday: May 11, 1985
Hometown: Kalamazoo, MI
Audition: Louisville, Kentucky
Song which he sang so far:
• February 25 - "Viva La Vida" by Coldplay
• March 5 (Wild card show) - "Who's Loving You" by the Jackson 5
• March 10 - "Human Nature" by Michael Jackson
• March 17 - "So Small" by Carrie Underwood
• March 25 - "Let's Get It On" by Marvin Gaye (Bottom 2)
• March 31 - "You Found Me" by The Fray
• April 7 - "Part Time Lover" by Stevie Wonder
• April 14 - "Have You Ever Really Loved a Woman?" by Bryan Adams from the movie, "Don Juan DeMarco" (Judges saved him from being voted off.)
• April 21 - "Staying Alive" by The Bee Gees
About him:
Matt Giraud is from Michigan, he graduated from Western Michigan University in 2007. Matt plays the piano, guitar and drums. On the daily bases he plays in local clubs and pubs. He released an album called Perspective in 2003 and another in 2006 called Mind Body and Soul. Matt was the one who judges saved from being voted off.
Trivia:
He was considered a judges' favorite in Hollywood, and Randy Jackson named him among his "top 5" early favorites (and he was right :D)
He did not make the finals initially, but was brought back for the Wild Card show.
Kris Allen
Age: 23Birthday: June 24, 1985
Hometown: Conway, AR
Audition: Louisville, Kentucky
Song which he sang so far:
• February 25 - "Man in the Mirror" by Michael Jackson
• March 10 - "Remember the Time" by Michael Jackson
• March 17 - "To Make You Feel My Love" by Garth Brooks
• March 25 - "How Sweet It Is" by Marvin Gaye
• March 31 - "Ain't No Sunshine" by Bill Withers
• April 7 - "All She Wants to Do Is Dance" by Don Henley
• April 14 - "Falling Slowly" by Glen Hansard & Marketa Irglova from the movie, "Once"
• April 21 - "She Worked Hard For The Money" by Donna Summer
About him:
Kris Allen is a student at the University of Central Arkansas majoring in business. He has been singing and playing the guitar since he was 13 years old. Kris also plays the piano, ukulele, viola and is a song-writer. In 2007, he self-produced an album entitled, Brand New Shoes with college friends.
Trivia:
Randy Jackson has compared him to Jason Mraz.
He is, along with Adam Lambert, David Cook's and Reba McEntire's favorites; Reba added to this list also Allison.
Adam Lambert
Age: 27Birthday: January 29, 1982
Hometown: Hollywood, CA
Audition: San Francisco, California
Song which he sang so far:
• February 25 - "Satisfaction" by The Rolling Stones
• March 10 - "Black or White" by Michael Jackson
• March 17 - "Ring of Fire" by Johnny Cash
• March 25 - "Tracks of My Tears" by The Miracles
• March 31 - "Play That Funky Music" by Wild Cherry
• April 7 - "Mad World" by Tears for Fears
• April 14 - "Born to Be Wild" by Steppenwolf from the movie, "Easy Rider"
• April 21 - "If I Can't Have You" by Yvonne Elliman
About him:
Adam Lambert began singing at age 10 and has been involved with musical theater for the past eight years. He who was e.g. in the cast of Wicked and The Ten Commandments (alongside Val Kilmer). Adam Lambert grew up in San Diego, California but currently lives in Hollywood.
Trivia:
During Jackson Week Paula Abdul said that he will be in the final.
He is the only Idol contestent to date to get a standing ovation from Simon Cowell (after his performance of Mad World - U can watch it in my earlier post ;P)
Danny Gokey
Age: 29Birthday: April 24, 1980
Hometown: Milwaukee, WI
Audition: Kansas City, Missouri
Song which he sang so far:
• February 17 - "Hero" by Mariah Carey
• March 10 - "P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)" by Michael Jackson
• March 17 - "Jesus, Take the Wheel" by Carrie Underwood
• March 25 - "Get Ready" by The Temptations
• March 31 - "What Hurts the Most" by Rascal Flatts
• April 7 - "Stand By Me" by Ben E. King, covered by Mickey Gilley
• April 14 - "Endless Love" by Diana Ross and Lionel Richie from the movie, "Endless Love"
• April 21 - "September" by Earth, Wind & Fire
About him:
Danny Gokey is a Church music teacher from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He is also the president and founder of a non-profit organization. In addition to singing, Danny plays the piano and loves salsa dancing. In July 2008, four weeks before he auditioned for American Idol, his wife Sophia died. She was a fan of the show and encouraged Danny to be a contestant. He credits her for his success.
Trivia:
He, along with Adam Lambert and Kris Allen, are the only contestants left that have never been in the Bottom 3.
All clips are from this week's AI, the theme was: Rat Pack; one of the contestants is going home today :(
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Those where some dry data, and here is how I feel about them:When I heard Danny Gokey, singing Hero in the semis I was sure that he will do well. He was the first one that really got into me and because of that I will always have some sort of sentiment for him and his performances, even though I thought he killed one of my fav songs of all times What hurts the most ;) Besides this little unfortunate, in my opinion, song he really is doing great in the competition and after yesterday's show I have to say that Danny showed that he really should be in the top 2, he definitely is in mine.
Allison Iraheta was never my favorite, I'm all into R&B and black rhythms so I wanted Lil Rounds to stick around (she was voted off last week), but I have to admit that this girl really can sing. She has amazing vocals, and after hearing her I don't want to miss a thing I thought that she may get to the top 3. Unfortunately, it's AI and everything is possible, but hopefully she stays after yesterday, even though Simon said that she lacks confidence and because of that she might be in trouble...guess we'll see about that tonight or rather tomorrow :P
Matt Giraud is my least favorite from the five. Because when I look at him all I see is a shy guy looking like JT. I don't feel the connection between him and the audience and this is what really annoys to me. He has a great voice, but I think that he shouldn't be saved. In my opinion he just doesn't have the star pigment in him. In yesterday's performance he did a very good job but I think that in this stage of the competition one has to be exceptional and frankly, in my opinion, he wasn't. Matt had his great moments like when he sang Human Nature, but overall for me there were far more downs than ups. Above all, I do wish him well, I hope that he would have a great career after leaving AI and proves me wrong :)
Kris Allen - he's a surprise for me, because I never thought that he would get this far, though I have to admit that I only now learn to appreciate his talent. He had a straight line of strikes these past few weeks, and he definitely got me with his take on Ain't no sunshine, but I've already written about this performance in my earlier post. Can he win? Well, the possibility is always there, but I already has my favorite...
That's Adam Lambert! From week to week I admired his work and, like Kara DioGuardi calls it, artistry more and more. He is a real performer. He has a great contact with the audience, even sitting in front of the TV I still feel connected to him when he sings, he is really comfortable on stage and what is the most important he knows what exactly change in the song to make it his. He is not afraid of taking risks and I love him for it. His voice range is breathtaking, and even though I prefer Danny's timbre, I think that it was Adam who was born a star and should eventually win. He is an actor/singer and his broadway-like style of performing is something I really look forward to every week. I don't know if the music that he is going to do will suit my taste, but for now I'm definitely willing to give it a try.
That's all folks ;) so, what do you think?
Disclaimer: AI is a property of Simon Fuller and Fox. No copyright infringement intended.
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Matt and Allison were voted off :(
Matt and Allison were voted off :(