Saturday, May 31, 2008
Friday, May 30, 2008
SYTYCD Charleston and DC Auditions
So once again, we had some fabulous auditions. I think I may have spoken too early yesterday when I said I was already picking a favorite. LOL. Because Brandon Bryant...wow...just wow. He's amazing.
A pair of twin brothers actually really impressed me last night too. Anthony and Antwain Hart have a little something special. I'm not sure if I'll like Anthony on his own...but Antwain has a really unique quality to his dancing that is intriguing.
Sheila Kaiser was impressive.
There is just a little something about Jeremiah Hughes that really draws me in when he dances. I can't quite put my finger on it yet. But I want to see more.
Courtney Galiano is too freaking cute for words. Oh yeah, and she can dance too.
Markus Shields...he seems so serious. But I really, really like what I see. I want him to believe in himself, not rely on his mother (who is deceased) to believe in him. He's got the goods. He needs to really let himself enjoy dancing.
And a few of the auditions really touched me, even though they didn't get through to Vegas...including BJ Harris
More next week!
A pair of twin brothers actually really impressed me last night too. Anthony and Antwain Hart have a little something special. I'm not sure if I'll like Anthony on his own...but Antwain has a really unique quality to his dancing that is intriguing.
Sheila Kaiser was impressive.
There is just a little something about Jeremiah Hughes that really draws me in when he dances. I can't quite put my finger on it yet. But I want to see more.
Courtney Galiano is too freaking cute for words. Oh yeah, and she can dance too.
Markus Shields...he seems so serious. But I really, really like what I see. I want him to believe in himself, not rely on his mother (who is deceased) to believe in him. He's got the goods. He needs to really let himself enjoy dancing.
And a few of the auditions really touched me, even though they didn't get through to Vegas...including BJ Harris
More next week!
Jason Castro Day in Rockwall
The city of Rockwall, Texas was all abuzz with Jason Castro yesterday! As part of a welcome home visit, they gave him a parade, and he performed a brief concert at the Amphitheater. Check the festivities out here.
As I find more, I'll bring it here.
EDIT: I found more!
Somewhere Over the Rainbow
A Jason Castro Original Song - Tonight
Deep In the Heart of Texas (awwwwww, I lurve him...he's playing it on the ukelele)
Getting the key to the city
Daydream
As I find more, I'll bring it here.
EDIT: I found more!
Somewhere Over the Rainbow
A Jason Castro Original Song - Tonight
Deep In the Heart of Texas (awwwwww, I lurve him...he's playing it on the ukelele)
Getting the key to the city
Daydream
Thursday, May 29, 2008
Jason Castro on 103.7 Lite FM
As part of his Homecoming festivities, Jason was interviewed this morning on 103.7. The interview is in 3 parts!
Check it out here.
Also, his parade and mini-concert are scheduled for later on this afternoon. I'll post what I can find when I find it!
Check it out here.
Also, his parade and mini-concert are scheduled for later on this afternoon. I'll post what I can find when I find it!
David Cook on Hot 99.5
David Cook did a phone interview on the radio station Hot 99.5. Check it out here.
SYTYCD Salt Lake City and Dallas Auditions
So, last night took us to both Salt Lake City, Utah and Dallas, Texas for auditions for this season's So You Think You Can Dance. Here are some of my favorite auditions from the night.
First off, he may not have been the best dancer, and he didn't make it out to the Vegas round, but he made me cry. I am so proud of him! He is doing a great job showing the world that having Down's Syndrome doesn't mean you can't do anything that you set out to do. I have a very special place in my heart for people with Down's Syndrome, and Brett Banford is AWESOME!
Okay, moving on to the dancers who actually had or have a shot at getting on the show. Gev Manoukian did a great job of showing that if you actually listen to the judges and go and get more training...you actually have a shot at getting through! I really like him. I hope he does well in Vegas. He's a breaker, but he is showing here that he's got some training in contemporary and other styles...and it is a really nice combination.
My early favorite at this point? Yeah, I know...it's really early. But this girl is amazing. Kelli Baker is one of the best dancers that they've shown so far. She seriously gave me chills...and I don't often get into contemporary dancing like this. I can appreciate it...and with great choreography I can sometimes really love it, but usually I could take it or leave it. With her...I want to take it. She is that good.
Did you know there were strip clubs in Salt Lake City? I didn't. LOL. But apparently there are, because Ryan Race is a DJ at one during the day. This guy is not too bad. We'll see how he does in Vegas. Check out Ryann Race.
Thayne Jasperson didn't get as much air time as some of the others, but what we saw was gorgeous.
The biggest standout for me from the Dallas auditions? Joshua Allen, by a mile. Wow. This kid could be GREAT. I can't wait to see how he does in Vegas and hopefully beyond. He's got some serious ability.
Areille Coker has quite a bit of potential. It was really cool to see them getting out there and doing challenging and interesting lifts at this point of the auditions. I like that. And I like her. She is really, really good.
Two others that I want to keep an eye on? Kortney Pearson and Michelle Stringham. They both have been away from dance for about 5 years, but you can definitely see their passion and the desire that they have for it. If they can get back into it in the few months between when they auditioned and when Vegas rolls around, I think they've both got some potential.
First off, he may not have been the best dancer, and he didn't make it out to the Vegas round, but he made me cry. I am so proud of him! He is doing a great job showing the world that having Down's Syndrome doesn't mean you can't do anything that you set out to do. I have a very special place in my heart for people with Down's Syndrome, and Brett Banford is AWESOME!
Okay, moving on to the dancers who actually had or have a shot at getting on the show. Gev Manoukian did a great job of showing that if you actually listen to the judges and go and get more training...you actually have a shot at getting through! I really like him. I hope he does well in Vegas. He's a breaker, but he is showing here that he's got some training in contemporary and other styles...and it is a really nice combination.
My early favorite at this point? Yeah, I know...it's really early. But this girl is amazing. Kelli Baker is one of the best dancers that they've shown so far. She seriously gave me chills...and I don't often get into contemporary dancing like this. I can appreciate it...and with great choreography I can sometimes really love it, but usually I could take it or leave it. With her...I want to take it. She is that good.
Did you know there were strip clubs in Salt Lake City? I didn't. LOL. But apparently there are, because Ryan Race is a DJ at one during the day. This guy is not too bad. We'll see how he does in Vegas. Check out Ryann Race.
Thayne Jasperson didn't get as much air time as some of the others, but what we saw was gorgeous.
The biggest standout for me from the Dallas auditions? Joshua Allen, by a mile. Wow. This kid could be GREAT. I can't wait to see how he does in Vegas and hopefully beyond. He's got some serious ability.
Areille Coker has quite a bit of potential. It was really cool to see them getting out there and doing challenging and interesting lifts at this point of the auditions. I like that. And I like her. She is really, really good.
Two others that I want to keep an eye on? Kortney Pearson and Michelle Stringham. They both have been away from dance for about 5 years, but you can definitely see their passion and the desire that they have for it. If they can get back into it in the few months between when they auditioned and when Vegas rolls around, I think they've both got some potential.
The Davids on The Today Show
Interview:
Archie's Performance - Think of Me:
Cook's Performance - Time of My Life:
Archie's Performance - Think of Me:
Cook's Performance - Time of My Life:
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
David Cook Signs with 19/RCA
From his official MySpace page:
DAVID COOK SIGNS TO 19 RECORDINGS / RCA RECORDS
COOK'S DEBUT ALBUM IS DUE FOR RELEASE IN FALL OF 2008
COOK’S FIRST SINGLE “THE TIME OF MY LIFE” WAS THE BEST SINGLE DEBUT OF AN AMERICAN IDOL SINCE SEASON 2
1 MOST ADDED AT HOT AC AND AC RADIO RIGHT OUT OF THE BOX AND 2 MOST ADDED AT TOP 40 RADIO WITH OVER 1 MILLION STREAMS IN 24 HOURS ON AOL’S POPEATER SITE IT WAS THEIR BIGGEST SINGLE PREMIERE OF 2008
American Idol winner David Cook has been signed to 19 Recordings / RCA Records and is preparing to start recording his debut album which is due for release in fall 2008.
"David Cook is an extraordinarily versatile and talented artist with an impressive sense of musicality," says Tom Corson, Executive Vice President and General Manager, RCA Music Group. "He is a natural performer and a true star. We are thrilled to welcome him into our family."
Cook, who's first single, "The Time Of My Life" skyrocketed to 1 on iTunes within 7 hours of being available, will be recording his album over the summer while on the road with the American Idol tour. The tour kicks off on July 1st in Glendale, AZ and wraps on September 13th in Tulsa, OK.
“The Time Of My Life” has sold 236,024 digital tracks in 4 days, making it the best single debut of an American Idol since season two. Additionally, Cook currently has 17 tracks on the Top 100 Digital Songs Chart, the most ever by any artist.
“The Time Of My Life” is blowing up at radio, coming in as the 1 most added at Hot AC and AC radio right out of the box and 2 most added at Top 40 radio, pulling in over 6 million listeners in less than a week without an official launch. Additionally, it was the biggest single premiere on AOL’s PopEater site, garnering over 1 million streams in 24 hours.
“I am extremely happy to be signed by 19 Recordings / RCA Records. Signing this deal is truly a dream come true. I am looking forward to the recording process and creating a record. The support I have received from America has been overwhelming and I can't wait to hopefully do right by them,” says David Cook.
25 year old David Cook hails from Blue Springs, Missouri where he discovered his singing skills while in the 2nd grade. Before his American Idol victory Cook independently released an album "Analog Heart" which earned him an URBY nomination for "Indie Album of the Year." Cook also belonged to two bands, Midwest Kings and Axium.
"David Cook is a remarkable talent and is a worthy winner of American Idol," says Simon Fuller, creator of the popular TV series and chief executive and founder of 19 Entertainment Label Group "he has an astonishing voice, and is capable of truly memorable performances as he showed throughout the season. He's mature, well grounded and knows what he wants. It's this quiet determination that sets him apart from other singers; I honestly believe that David has the potential to go on to become one of the most successful Idols of all time".
DAVID COOK SIGNS TO 19 RECORDINGS / RCA RECORDS
COOK'S DEBUT ALBUM IS DUE FOR RELEASE IN FALL OF 2008
COOK’S FIRST SINGLE “THE TIME OF MY LIFE” WAS THE BEST SINGLE DEBUT OF AN AMERICAN IDOL SINCE SEASON 2
1 MOST ADDED AT HOT AC AND AC RADIO RIGHT OUT OF THE BOX AND 2 MOST ADDED AT TOP 40 RADIO WITH OVER 1 MILLION STREAMS IN 24 HOURS ON AOL’S POPEATER SITE IT WAS THEIR BIGGEST SINGLE PREMIERE OF 2008
American Idol winner David Cook has been signed to 19 Recordings / RCA Records and is preparing to start recording his debut album which is due for release in fall 2008.
"David Cook is an extraordinarily versatile and talented artist with an impressive sense of musicality," says Tom Corson, Executive Vice President and General Manager, RCA Music Group. "He is a natural performer and a true star. We are thrilled to welcome him into our family."
Cook, who's first single, "The Time Of My Life" skyrocketed to 1 on iTunes within 7 hours of being available, will be recording his album over the summer while on the road with the American Idol tour. The tour kicks off on July 1st in Glendale, AZ and wraps on September 13th in Tulsa, OK.
“The Time Of My Life” has sold 236,024 digital tracks in 4 days, making it the best single debut of an American Idol since season two. Additionally, Cook currently has 17 tracks on the Top 100 Digital Songs Chart, the most ever by any artist.
“The Time Of My Life” is blowing up at radio, coming in as the 1 most added at Hot AC and AC radio right out of the box and 2 most added at Top 40 radio, pulling in over 6 million listeners in less than a week without an official launch. Additionally, it was the biggest single premiere on AOL’s PopEater site, garnering over 1 million streams in 24 hours.
“I am extremely happy to be signed by 19 Recordings / RCA Records. Signing this deal is truly a dream come true. I am looking forward to the recording process and creating a record. The support I have received from America has been overwhelming and I can't wait to hopefully do right by them,” says David Cook.
25 year old David Cook hails from Blue Springs, Missouri where he discovered his singing skills while in the 2nd grade. Before his American Idol victory Cook independently released an album "Analog Heart" which earned him an URBY nomination for "Indie Album of the Year." Cook also belonged to two bands, Midwest Kings and Axium.
"David Cook is a remarkable talent and is a worthy winner of American Idol," says Simon Fuller, creator of the popular TV series and chief executive and founder of 19 Entertainment Label Group "he has an astonishing voice, and is capable of truly memorable performances as he showed throughout the season. He's mature, well grounded and knows what he wants. It's this quiet determination that sets him apart from other singers; I honestly believe that David has the potential to go on to become one of the most successful Idols of all time".
Jason Castro Back in Dallas
Jason has made it back to Dallas for a brief visit before rehearsals get under way for the American Idols Live tour. As part of his visit, the city of Rockwall will be giving him a parade, and there will be a mini-concert following the parade. All of this will take place tomorrow, but this morning, he visited Fox 4 DFW. You can check out the interview and performance he gave there right here!
Also, be sure to come back tomorrow for more from his visit at home.
Also, be sure to come back tomorrow for more from his visit at home.
Top 10 Minus the Davids on Access Hollywood
The Top 10 from season 7 of American Idol (minus the two Davids) paid a visit to the set of Access Hollywood. They dish on Simon's harshest criticisms, who is the messiest, the best dancer, and who spends the most time in hair in makeup. Check it out here.
David Cook on ABC News Radio
You can listen to it here. He talks about Archie, the upcoming tour, and how he actually really likes his first single Time of My Life.
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
Monday, May 26, 2008
Saturday, May 24, 2008
Yet Another Obsession
So y'all thought my only current obsession was American Idol, right? Wrong. *sigh* Thanks to AI producers Simon Fuller and Nigel Lythgoe, I have a summer time obsession...So You Think You Can Dance. And somewhere in the midst of my Cookie Overload of the last couple of weeks, I realized that a new season was starting. Yay!
On the first night of audition footage, we got yet another try from Sex and from the Gold Inferno. Oy. Seriously Nigel, if you're sick of them, why do you keep airing their auditions? If you don't want them to come back next year, the best way to accomplish that is by not giving them their 15 seconds of fame. That's the only reason they keep coming back.
Now, someone worth watching from the first night of auditions in LA? Wow...check out Robert Muraine!
Another Popper who you might recognize from last season is Twitch. He's back, and he's headed to Hollywood again. And Nigel told him he'll kick his ass if he doesn't make it onto the show this year. LOL. Watch his audition from this season. He's awesome.
Phillip Cheeb also came back for another shot at it. Let's see how he does in Vegas! But first, here is his LA audition.
Other standouts for me from the first night of auditions were Devon Oshiro and Kherington Payne.
Devon Oshiro:
Kherington Payne:
And a particularly moving audition, for me at least, was that of William Wingfield.
More soon!
On the first night of audition footage, we got yet another try from Sex and from the Gold Inferno. Oy. Seriously Nigel, if you're sick of them, why do you keep airing their auditions? If you don't want them to come back next year, the best way to accomplish that is by not giving them their 15 seconds of fame. That's the only reason they keep coming back.
Now, someone worth watching from the first night of auditions in LA? Wow...check out Robert Muraine!
Another Popper who you might recognize from last season is Twitch. He's back, and he's headed to Hollywood again. And Nigel told him he'll kick his ass if he doesn't make it onto the show this year. LOL. Watch his audition from this season. He's awesome.
Phillip Cheeb also came back for another shot at it. Let's see how he does in Vegas! But first, here is his LA audition.
Other standouts for me from the first night of auditions were Devon Oshiro and Kherington Payne.
Devon Oshiro:
Kherington Payne:
And a particularly moving audition, for me at least, was that of William Wingfield.
More soon!
The Top 10 on Larry King Live, May 23
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4
Part 5
Part 6
Part 7
They will all be back on Monday's Larry King Live as well. Check back here if you miss it, and I'll be sure to update as soon as possible.
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4
Part 5
Part 6
Part 7
They will all be back on Monday's Larry King Live as well. Check back here if you miss it, and I'll be sure to update as soon as possible.
The Davids on Access Hollywood
This portion of it is mainly with Archie...but it is HILARIOUS. He is too freaking cute. I wanna hug him.
The Davids Really CAN Sing the Phonebook
Check them out doing it on this ET interview. I guess Randy was right.
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Wow...Just Wow...
Y'all remember Renaldo Lapuz, right? If not, watch this for a refresher...
Well, they brought our friend, our brother, our best friend forever back last night, to sing live with the USC Marching Band.
Well, they brought our friend, our brother, our best friend forever back last night, to sing live with the USC Marching Band.
David Cook: Official MySpace Page
It's amazing how quickly the AI people get on this stuff! David already has an official MySpace page, so go and add him as a friend.
David Cook Official
And while you're there, listen to his new single Time of My Life. If you haven't done it yet, also head over to iTunes to download it.
Oh yeah...one more thing...Time of My Life is already officially the #1 song on iTunes. Woo hoo! Go Cookie!!!
David Cook Official
And while you're there, listen to his new single Time of My Life. If you haven't done it yet, also head over to iTunes to download it.
Oh yeah...one more thing...Time of My Life is already officially the #1 song on iTunes. Woo hoo! Go Cookie!!!
Jason Castro: Hallelujah
He was asked to reprise Hallelujah, and it was just as beautiful as we all remembered.
AI7 Finale: Group Songs
The Top 6 guys got to perform with Bryan Adams!
The Top 6 girls performed with Donna Summer...
The entire Top 12 performed Get Ready with some dancers from So You Think You Can Dance.
And then later in the show, they all got to perform with George Michael!
The Top 6 girls performed with Donna Summer...
The entire Top 12 performed Get Ready with some dancers from So You Think You Can Dance.
And then later in the show, they all got to perform with George Michael!
The Davids and Simon on KIIS FM
Lindsey Rose's Hero
You've seen David Cook wearing an orange bracelet on his wrist every week since he made it to the Top 12 on American Idol. It's been talked about quite a bit...a little girl named Lindsey Rose is one of his biggest fans...and she has leukemia. Her family and friends all wear these orange bracelets, with the words "Do What You Gotta Do" imprinted on them. Her Dad works for a Fox news affiliate, and got to interview David when he made it to the Top 12. They talked briefly about Lindsey Rose as part of it, and David called her to brighten her day. Then he asked for one of the bracelets, and told her to watch for it on TV.
And he has kept his end of the deal. He wears it all the time. If David is wearing something with longer sleeves that might hide the bracelet from Lindsey Rose's view, he moves it down to his hand so that she will be able to see it. It is a testament to his huge heart.
Lindsey Rose's father was able to interview David again last night after he won...like Lindsey Rose predicted he would. You can watch the interview here, but be prepared...you'll need tissues.
And he has kept his end of the deal. He wears it all the time. If David is wearing something with longer sleeves that might hide the bracelet from Lindsey Rose's view, he moves it down to his hand so that she will be able to see it. It is a testament to his huge heart.
Lindsey Rose's father was able to interview David again last night after he won...like Lindsey Rose predicted he would. You can watch the interview here, but be prepared...you'll need tissues.
David Cook: Going to Disney World
David is heading to Disney World. Or at least that's what the Disney folks say. LOL. Check out his Disneyworld video here. Click on Media Gallery, and then click on his photo. And enjoy his beautiful voice some more singing When You Wish Upon a Star.
David Cook: Time of My Life
Wanna hear David's first single, Time of My Life? You can hear the recorded song here.
I never thought I could enjoy one of these cheesy coronation songs. LOL. I guess I was wrong. Yes, I'll be downloading it as soon as I possibly can.
EDIT: It is available to purchase already on iTunes. So are David's performances from Tuesday night. RUN, don't walk.
I never thought I could enjoy one of these cheesy coronation songs. LOL. I guess I was wrong. Yes, I'll be downloading it as soon as I possibly can.
EDIT: It is available to purchase already on iTunes. So are David's performances from Tuesday night. RUN, don't walk.
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
The Davids: Hero
David Cook and David Archuleta did a duet tonight for the finale on the song Hero by Chad Kroeger. I love David Cook's upper vocals on this. Gorgeous.
American Idol Finale: Guru Pitka
This is only one of the funniest things I've ever seen in my life. Ever. It was pure greatness. Mike Myers is a freaking genius. Oh yeah...and I love the Davids in this...
David Cook with ZZ Top
On tonight's American Idol finale, where David Cook was named the new American Idol, he got to perform Sharp Dressed Man with the legendary ZZ Top. Check it out here!
David Cook: Guitar Hero
EDIT: Here is a longer version...and you know, since bigger is better and all...
David and David on KIIS
David Cook and David Archuleta visited Ryan Seacrest on his morning show on KIIS FM. You can listen to it here. They were accompanied by Nigel Lythgoe, one of AI's producers, and discussed the big showdown from last night, amongst many other things. Very sweet.
What is WRONG???
I was going crazy with the Cookie blogs, and then suddenly seem to have just stopped. *sigh*
Why, you ask? Well...I am still madly in lust/love with him. Never fear that. I am just so insanely emotionally caught up in all of this, in a way that I never have been before about anything remotely similar. My nerves are on edge. I don't know if I can take it. I don't know if I can handle it.
I voted like a banshee last night. I hope it was enough.
In the meanwhile...a few Cook performances to hold us all over until we see that he is crowned the winner. How's that sound?
So...let's see...for Simon's pick last week, David performed Roberta Flack's The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face. And it was EXQUISITE.
Then for his own choice, he did Dare You to Move by Switchfoot. I'd love to hear him do a full version of this...
And to close the night out, the producers chose the schmaltzy Diane Warren song made famous by Aerosmith, I Don't Want to Miss a Thing. I hated the instrumentation on this, but Cookie sang the hell out of it.
And then there was this week. Last night. Last night...well...it pretty much killed me. But I died a very, very satisfied woman.
Clive Davis chose I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For for David. FREAKING U2!!!!!!!!! OMD. *deaddeaddeaddeaddead* Only my favorite band in the world. No big deal. Nope. Not at all. I can handle this right? Oh yeah...and just so you know...this is the first time that U2 has EVER released the rights for one of their songs to AI to be used as part of the competition aspect of the show. Ever. Hell fucking yeah. And they did it for Cookie. Okay, so they probably did it because Clive Davis asked them to, but I say they did it because it is David Cook.
Next, the Davids chose one of the songs that various songwriters entered in a competition to be the dreaded coronation song. At least they got to do their own choice. David did a song called Dream Big. He rocked it. 'Nuff said.
And to close out the night (not to mention the whole freaking competition) David chose to do a Collective Soul song, The World I Know. He had mentioned while he was at home in Kansas City that he would be doing it last week, and I know I was disappointed when we didn't get to hear it. He nailed it. And yes, I cried the whole way through it.
Oh yeah...and the judges last night? Ugh. I don't think I should comment right now. Not at all.
The rest of the day is going to kill me. I need it to be over so that I can reclaim my life.
Why, you ask? Well...I am still madly in lust/love with him. Never fear that. I am just so insanely emotionally caught up in all of this, in a way that I never have been before about anything remotely similar. My nerves are on edge. I don't know if I can take it. I don't know if I can handle it.
I voted like a banshee last night. I hope it was enough.
In the meanwhile...a few Cook performances to hold us all over until we see that he is crowned the winner. How's that sound?
So...let's see...for Simon's pick last week, David performed Roberta Flack's The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face. And it was EXQUISITE.
Then for his own choice, he did Dare You to Move by Switchfoot. I'd love to hear him do a full version of this...
And to close the night out, the producers chose the schmaltzy Diane Warren song made famous by Aerosmith, I Don't Want to Miss a Thing. I hated the instrumentation on this, but Cookie sang the hell out of it.
And then there was this week. Last night. Last night...well...it pretty much killed me. But I died a very, very satisfied woman.
Clive Davis chose I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For for David. FREAKING U2!!!!!!!!! OMD. *deaddeaddeaddeaddead* Only my favorite band in the world. No big deal. Nope. Not at all. I can handle this right? Oh yeah...and just so you know...this is the first time that U2 has EVER released the rights for one of their songs to AI to be used as part of the competition aspect of the show. Ever. Hell fucking yeah. And they did it for Cookie. Okay, so they probably did it because Clive Davis asked them to, but I say they did it because it is David Cook.
Next, the Davids chose one of the songs that various songwriters entered in a competition to be the dreaded coronation song. At least they got to do their own choice. David did a song called Dream Big. He rocked it. 'Nuff said.
And to close out the night (not to mention the whole freaking competition) David chose to do a Collective Soul song, The World I Know. He had mentioned while he was at home in Kansas City that he would be doing it last week, and I know I was disappointed when we didn't get to hear it. He nailed it. And yes, I cried the whole way through it.
Oh yeah...and the judges last night? Ugh. I don't think I should comment right now. Not at all.
The rest of the day is going to kill me. I need it to be over so that I can reclaim my life.
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
David Cook: Top 3 Song Choices - CHANGED!
According to tmz.com, David will be singing The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face, as previously reported. But he is no longer singing the Collective Soul song, The World I Know, that he said he would be singing. He will be performing Dare You To Move by Switchfoot, and I Don't Want to Miss a Thing by Aerosmith.
In case you don't know these songs, check them out below:
Dare You To Move. Sorry...no embedding on this one.
The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face
I Don't Want to Miss a Thing
In case you don't know these songs, check them out below:
Dare You To Move. Sorry...no embedding on this one.
The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face
I Don't Want to Miss a Thing
Monday, May 12, 2008
David Cook: Royals Game Interview and Commentary
The broadcast booth apparently did about a 10 minute long interview with David during the game in the 3rd inning. You can watch and listen to it here. The person who uploaded it has embedding disabled...sorry. But it is well worth the time! Check it out.
David Cook on 101 the Fox
Good lord that man was kept busy on Friday! Here is another radio appearance David made on Friday morning while he was in Kansas City, on 101 the Fox. Enjoy!
Listen to it here.
I actually really enjoyed this interview. It was a bit different from most of what we heard that day. Somehow though, I have a feeling that David didn't quite get to make it out to the REO Speedwagon show that night. Too bad. I bet he would have had fun.
Listen to it here.
I actually really enjoyed this interview. It was a bit different from most of what we heard that day. Somehow though, I have a feeling that David didn't quite get to make it out to the REO Speedwagon show that night. Too bad. I bet he would have had fun.
Sunday, May 11, 2008
Cook at the K
Another fan video, this one capturing the entire bit of pregame festivities when David threw out the opening pitch before the Kansas City Royals game.
And a more complete video with Take Me Out to the Ballgame.
And a more complete video with Take Me Out to the Ballgame.
More Fan Videos!
More and more fan videos from the homecoming events for David Cook on Friday are starting to pop up. Here is a much closer view of David performing My Hero.
Here's another version of Always Be My Baby at the Power and Light District.
And Always Be My Baby, at the second concert. Again, this one is from much closer.
Here's another version of Always Be My Baby at the Power and Light District.
And Always Be My Baby, at the second concert. Again, this one is from much closer.
David Cook: AT and T Store Appearance
Since AT&T has been one of American Idol's big sponsor's this year, each of the Top Three made an appearance at an AT&T Wireless store during their home visits. David is quickly getting the hang of how to be sure and get the sponsor's plugs in during his speeches...Check it out! But be forewarned...there were lots of screaming teenage girls near the fan taking this video. It's a bit loud.
David Cook: Surprise Elementary School Visit
On his trip home, David made a secret visit to his former elementary school, complete with presenting his music teacher Mrs. Gentry with flowers. Check it out below. *sigh* He makes me melt...
David Cook on 105.1 JACK FM
David did more than I managed to follow on Friday's visit to Kansas City and Blue Springs. Apparently, he had another radio appearance that morning on 105.1 JACK FM. In case you were wondering, boxer briefs...
Check it out here, complete with video from the brief interview.
I'm still looking for more, so if I find it, you'll learn about it here.
Check it out here, complete with video from the brief interview.
I'm still looking for more, so if I find it, you'll learn about it here.
Saturday, May 10, 2008
David Cook Goes Home: The Day in Photos
These are just a few of the THOUSANDS of photos that are floating around following David's visit to Blue Springs yesterday. Enjoy them...
David Cook: More Fan Videos
All of the videos I've found from the broadcast yesterday of the homecoming concert in Blue Springs have had the same poor sound quality as the ones I posted earlier. *sniff*
But there are some fan videos from these events that are starting to pop up, with different angles and sound. Enjoy!
Always Be My Baby - Blue Springs Concert
My Hero - Blue Springs Concert
I'll add to this post as I find more!
But there are some fan videos from these events that are starting to pop up, with different angles and sound. Enjoy!
Always Be My Baby - Blue Springs Concert
My Hero - Blue Springs Concert
I'll add to this post as I find more!
David Cook: Kansas City Royals Game
Last night, David received the honor of throwing out the ceremonial first pitch at the Kansas City Royals game against the Baltimore Orioles. He was given the official lineup, with his own name listed as the 10th man! How cool! And then to top it all off, David performed Take Me Out to the Ballgame during the Seventh Inning Stretch.
Here is the video from Fox 4 KC with the opening pitch.
And of Take Me Out to the Ballgame, sadly, with no sound.
But, have no fear! You can hear him singing it in these fan videos taken that night!
And this fan video from last night shows a very brief interview with him at the stadium, and it shows him receiving the official starting lineup!
Here is the video from Fox 4 KC with the opening pitch.
And of Take Me Out to the Ballgame, sadly, with no sound.
But, have no fear! You can hear him singing it in these fan videos taken that night!
And this fan video from last night shows a very brief interview with him at the stadium, and it shows him receiving the official starting lineup!
Friday, May 9, 2008
Kansas City Royals on Cook
I still don't have any video from David's Kansas City Royals appearance tonight, where he was scheduled to throw out the first pitch and to sing Take Me Out to the Ballgame during the seventh inning stretch, but here's a link to some video where some of the Royals talk about what it's like for them to have him come out.
Check it out.
Check it out.
David Cook Parade and Concert
I'll post links, videos, etc. here as I find them. To start out with, here is the beginning of the pep rally at his high school football stadium plus the three songs he played for the crowd, available to download. This is from the live feed, so the video quality isn't great. But it's something, right? Download it here.
Songs were Always Be My Baby, My Hero (Foo Fighters cover!), and Living on a Prayer.
EDIT: Found the video on the Fox 4 KC site.
Meeting with his family before the parade
The Parade
Thanking his fans, etc. at the concert
Always Be My Baby
My Hero
Living on a Prayer
EDIT 2: Living on a Prayer is now up and running.
I am looking for better quality videos, but no luck yet. Keep checking in here for more. I will also post anything I can find from his appearance tonight at the Kansas City Royals game as soon as it is available.
Songs were Always Be My Baby, My Hero (Foo Fighters cover!), and Living on a Prayer.
EDIT: Found the video on the Fox 4 KC site.
Meeting with his family before the parade
The Parade
Thanking his fans, etc. at the concert
Always Be My Baby
My Hero
Living on a Prayer
EDIT 2: Living on a Prayer is now up and running.
I am looking for better quality videos, but no luck yet. Keep checking in here for more. I will also post anything I can find from his appearance tonight at the Kansas City Royals game as soon as it is available.
David Cook: Fan Videos from Power and Light District
Wish you could have been there? Me too. This is about as close as I'm gonna get though. Enjoy!
Always Be My Baby
Living on a Prayer
Always Be My Baby
Living on a Prayer
David Cook: VIDEO from Mix 93.3 Interview
That's right, there is video from the Mix 93.3 interview with David Cook from this morning. Sadly, it is not of the full interview...and the part where he got all choked up and teary is not here. But, something is better than nothing, right? That's what I thought.
Watch it here!
EDIT: Guess what? We've got it all right here!!!
Watch it here!
EDIT: Guess what? We've got it all right here!!!
David Cook: Song Choices for the Top 3
Over the course of all the media appearances David Cook has made in Kansas City today on his visit home, we've learned of two of his songs for the upcoming Top 3 performance night on American Idol.
The first one we learned of is David's own selection, The World I Know by Collective Soul. You probably know the song, even if you don't think you do. Here's the official video.
Shortly after revealing his own selection (and on live TV) David got a text message from American Idol judge Simon Cowell, informing him of the judge's selection for Tuesday night. Simon chose The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face by Roberta Flack. It should be a really interesting choice for David, and I'm excited to see what he does with it. If you aren't familiar with the song, watch it here.
This song has been covered by countless singers, including Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, Lauren Hill, Leona Lewis...the list goes on and on. It'll be interesting to hear how David can put his own stamp on this song.
There is still no word about the producer's choice for David. I'll update here as soon as I learn more.
Next up in David's jam-packed trip home is a parade through his hometown of Blue Springs, MO, followed by a concert at the stadium. This evening, David will be throwing out the first pitch at the Kansas City Royals game, and will also sing Take Me Out to the Ballgame during the Seventh Inning Stretch. There have also been rumors that David may get the opportunity to try his hand at commentating for an inning. Keep checking in here, and I'll post links to anything I can get my hands on from throughout this whirlwind visit. And be sure to watch the live feed at 3:30 pm Central time to see the news coverage of the parade and concert.
More as it comes...
The first one we learned of is David's own selection, The World I Know by Collective Soul. You probably know the song, even if you don't think you do. Here's the official video.
Shortly after revealing his own selection (and on live TV) David got a text message from American Idol judge Simon Cowell, informing him of the judge's selection for Tuesday night. Simon chose The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face by Roberta Flack. It should be a really interesting choice for David, and I'm excited to see what he does with it. If you aren't familiar with the song, watch it here.
This song has been covered by countless singers, including Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, Lauren Hill, Leona Lewis...the list goes on and on. It'll be interesting to hear how David can put his own stamp on this song.
There is still no word about the producer's choice for David. I'll update here as soon as I learn more.
Next up in David's jam-packed trip home is a parade through his hometown of Blue Springs, MO, followed by a concert at the stadium. This evening, David will be throwing out the first pitch at the Kansas City Royals game, and will also sing Take Me Out to the Ballgame during the Seventh Inning Stretch. There have also been rumors that David may get the opportunity to try his hand at commentating for an inning. Keep checking in here, and I'll post links to anything I can get my hands on from throughout this whirlwind visit. And be sure to watch the live feed at 3:30 pm Central time to see the news coverage of the parade and concert.
More as it comes...
Video: David Cook on Fox 4 KC Morning News
David was interviewed on Fox 4 KC News this morning, and we've got some video! Check it out.
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4
Part 5
Part 6
Part 7
Check out how well he did the weather. LOL. And stay tuned here for more.
And if you're able, don't forget about the live feed on Fox 4 KC. They will be showing the concert at the high school live later on this afternoon.
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4
Part 5
Part 6
Part 7
Check out how well he did the weather. LOL. And stay tuned here for more.
And if you're able, don't forget about the live feed on Fox 4 KC. They will be showing the concert at the high school live later on this afternoon.
David Cook at the Light and Power District
As part of his hometown visit, David gave a mini-concert at the new Power and Light District in downtown Kansas City. He performed an acoustic version of Living on a Prayer and Always Be My Baby. If you want to download the audio from Living on a Prayer, you can do that here. Thanks to my friend crzytarau for uploading that! I'll add more as I locate it.
David was very gracious the entire time, and seems humbled by all of the love and support he's receiving at home. Stay tuned, and keep watching the live feed!
Still to come today: a parade, another concert, and an appearance at the Kansas City Royals game!
EDIT: I've got video now! Here's Living on a Prayer and Always Be My Baby. Enjoy!
Another EDIT: Want some video to keep? Download it now!
David was very gracious the entire time, and seems humbled by all of the love and support he's receiving at home. Stay tuned, and keep watching the live feed!
Still to come today: a parade, another concert, and an appearance at the Kansas City Royals game!
EDIT: I've got video now! Here's Living on a Prayer and Always Be My Baby. Enjoy!
Another EDIT: Want some video to keep? Download it now!
David Cook on Mix 93.3
David's second radio appearance this morning was a bit longer and more in depth. And yes, he was brought to tears by the DJ's. Be prepared for your heart to completely melt while you listen to it after downloading from here.
David Cook on 95.7 KCHZ FM
In case you missed out on the live stream from this radio appearance this morning, you can download and listen to it here. He had a little boy with him named Tyler who is one of his biggest fans. Really sweet.
Download it here.
Download it here.
David Cook Goes Home: Cookie Overload
Since David Cook made it to the Final 3 on this season of American Idol, he was rewarded with a hero's journey home to Blue Springs, MO. Today is going to be an insanely busy day for him...he started out with a presidential motorcade-like trip from his hotel to the Fox 4 KC studio for a segment on their morning show. Then he headed over to a couple of the local radio stations for segments with them (and he was SOOOOOO freaking adorable when he got all choked up on Mix 93.3). He still has two concerts to do, a parade, and a visit to tonights KC Royals game to throw out the first pitch and sing Take Me Out to the Ballgame.
Fox 4 KC is streaming live many of today's events, so be sure to check it out if you can. Also, you can check out some of the clips from this morning's TV appearance.
So far today, we have learned that David's choice for the upcoming show is The World I Know by Collective Soul, and Simon Cowell texted him a message with his pick: The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face by Roberta Flack. No word yet on what the producer's pick for David will be, but I'll let you know as soon as I know. More soon.
Yes, I'm on Cookie Overload...and I'm loving it!
Fox 4 KC is streaming live many of today's events, so be sure to check it out if you can. Also, you can check out some of the clips from this morning's TV appearance.
So far today, we have learned that David's choice for the upcoming show is The World I Know by Collective Soul, and Simon Cowell texted him a message with his pick: The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face by Roberta Flack. No word yet on what the producer's pick for David will be, but I'll let you know as soon as I know. More soon.
Yes, I'm on Cookie Overload...and I'm loving it!
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Michael and Carly on Ellen
American Idol eliminees Michael Johns and Carly Smithson headed back to the Ellen Degeneres show over the weekend to film an episode that aired yesterday. They did a couple of duets, One and Hold On. Great stuff, and it is really cool to see them together. They sound amazing together, particularly on Hold On.
One
Hold On
One
Hold On
David Cook and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Last night on American Idol, the kids got to choose songs from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's list of 500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll. This is a phenomenal list of songs. You can check it out if you haven't already seen it. I'm sure that they couldn't get the rights to every song on the list, not by any stretch of the imagination. But even without that, this list had to be impressive.
And what kind of a theme week could be better suited for Cookie, right? You would think. I definitely thought so. It seems like he did too...and maybe put a bit too much pressure on himself. I wanted him to just knock my socks off!!! And he did well...but he wasn't GREAT last night. I really felt like he was just thinking too freaking hard the whole night.
First up, he did Hungry Like the Wolf by Duran Duran. He could have done some AMAZING things with this song! He could have completely changed it, rocked it up a bit more and taken off a touch of that pop edge. But he didn't. He sang it well, don't get me wrong. Cookie, even on a bad night, is head and shoulders above the rest of those kids, at least to me. It just wasn't...spectacular. Check it out and see for yourself.
At least he was hot as hell! And those eye fucks? Wow. I will never complain about that, let me tell you. He just seemed a bit subdued in his performance, and he didn't own that song. That's what we've come to expect from him...that he'll take a song...ANY song...and make it into something that so completely suits him that we can't imagine anyone else doing that song. This one...this one didn't quite manage that.
So I was nervous as heck for his next song. I knew that he was going to be doing Baba O'Riley by The Who. And that is one of my favorite songs of all time. Not only that, but we heard it done on Rock Star a few times, and it was FABULOUS. If you haven't seen Jordis Unga do it before, here it is. Really impressive. That was the first song performed by the first performer on the first episode of Rock Star: INXS. That was what got me hooked. And Cookie was going to do the same song. Nervous doesn't even begin to describe what I was feeling.
I needn't have worried so much. He did make changes to this one! And those changes worked, at least for me. He still seemed a bit...off. Like he was thinking too hard, and still trying to shake off that first performance. But he really nailed this one. The ending is a bit funky, but overall, a really solid performance by Cookie. REALLY solid. I love it. And then I could relax. Watch and see for yourself.
Oh...but wait...I couldn't relax yet. Because it was just an odd night on AI. Archie turned in probably the two most solid performances he's had in months, which would definitely earn him a ton of votes. Jason Castro had a really bad night, and earned some of the harshest criticism given by the judges to anyone at this point in the competition, which definitely would get his fans seriously mobilized to vote. And Syesha...she sexed up her look, she cried...she did everything humanly possible in order to get any votes she could get. So Cookie could be in trouble. I had to vote like a banshee yet again.
So of course, I spent a solid two hours of hitting redial on my phone. Please don't let him go home tonight. I need to see him more next week...and the week after. And he needs to win.
That is all for now, folks. I'll be biting my fingernails and ripping my hair out until tonight when Ryan tells Cookie to go and have a seat on the couch because he is safe.
And what kind of a theme week could be better suited for Cookie, right? You would think. I definitely thought so. It seems like he did too...and maybe put a bit too much pressure on himself. I wanted him to just knock my socks off!!! And he did well...but he wasn't GREAT last night. I really felt like he was just thinking too freaking hard the whole night.
First up, he did Hungry Like the Wolf by Duran Duran. He could have done some AMAZING things with this song! He could have completely changed it, rocked it up a bit more and taken off a touch of that pop edge. But he didn't. He sang it well, don't get me wrong. Cookie, even on a bad night, is head and shoulders above the rest of those kids, at least to me. It just wasn't...spectacular. Check it out and see for yourself.
At least he was hot as hell! And those eye fucks? Wow. I will never complain about that, let me tell you. He just seemed a bit subdued in his performance, and he didn't own that song. That's what we've come to expect from him...that he'll take a song...ANY song...and make it into something that so completely suits him that we can't imagine anyone else doing that song. This one...this one didn't quite manage that.
So I was nervous as heck for his next song. I knew that he was going to be doing Baba O'Riley by The Who. And that is one of my favorite songs of all time. Not only that, but we heard it done on Rock Star a few times, and it was FABULOUS. If you haven't seen Jordis Unga do it before, here it is. Really impressive. That was the first song performed by the first performer on the first episode of Rock Star: INXS. That was what got me hooked. And Cookie was going to do the same song. Nervous doesn't even begin to describe what I was feeling.
I needn't have worried so much. He did make changes to this one! And those changes worked, at least for me. He still seemed a bit...off. Like he was thinking too hard, and still trying to shake off that first performance. But he really nailed this one. The ending is a bit funky, but overall, a really solid performance by Cookie. REALLY solid. I love it. And then I could relax. Watch and see for yourself.
Oh...but wait...I couldn't relax yet. Because it was just an odd night on AI. Archie turned in probably the two most solid performances he's had in months, which would definitely earn him a ton of votes. Jason Castro had a really bad night, and earned some of the harshest criticism given by the judges to anyone at this point in the competition, which definitely would get his fans seriously mobilized to vote. And Syesha...she sexed up her look, she cried...she did everything humanly possible in order to get any votes she could get. So Cookie could be in trouble. I had to vote like a banshee yet again.
So of course, I spent a solid two hours of hitting redial on my phone. Please don't let him go home tonight. I need to see him more next week...and the week after. And he needs to win.
That is all for now, folks. I'll be biting my fingernails and ripping my hair out until tonight when Ryan tells Cookie to go and have a seat on the couch because he is safe.
Michael Johns in Oz
American Idol's Aussie rock/blues sensation Michael Johns has headed home...to Australia, that is. He was invited to go back and do a press circuit there, proving that not only has he made it with American audiences, but his home country loves and supports him as well. Here are a few of his Aussie appearances:
Today - Tonight (with his lovely wife)
The Morning Show
Mornings With Kerri-Anne (with his mum!)
Seriously, how can you not love this man? *sigh* He's absolutely adorable. I love it when he gets embarrassed...
Today - Tonight (with his lovely wife)
The Morning Show
Mornings With Kerri-Anne (with his mum!)
Seriously, how can you not love this man? *sigh* He's absolutely adorable. I love it when he gets embarrassed...
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Chipmunk Cookie?
Someone thought it would be a good idea to take the studio versions of some of the AI performances, and Chipmunk the voices. And they are STILL freaking phenomenal. I'm dying. Laughing so hard.......
Billie Jean - check out the roooooooooooooooooom scream...
Eleanor Rigby - never heard a Chipmunk sound so gritty and raw and sexy before, but it works for me...
They've got some Chipmunk versions up for some of the other contestants. I'm going to have to check them out, because this is cracking my shit up. Seriously. I can't stop laughing...and I find it oddly...sexy...
Billie Jean - check out the roooooooooooooooooom scream...
Eleanor Rigby - never heard a Chipmunk sound so gritty and raw and sexy before, but it works for me...
They've got some Chipmunk versions up for some of the other contestants. I'm going to have to check them out, because this is cracking my shit up. Seriously. I can't stop laughing...and I find it oddly...sexy...
Monday, May 5, 2008
Saturday, May 3, 2008
Suzie McNeil: Broken and Beautiful Tour 2008
Suzie (best known from her days on Rock Star: INXS) and her band just finished another Canadian tour, and she put together this little video of their time on the road. I wish she would come down to the States and tour...*sniff*
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
Friday, May 2, 2008
Pre-American Idol: Axium
That's right people, Cookie was in a band before he did his solo album Analog Heart. (Actually, he's been in a couple of them, but today, I'm only going to talk about one of them...maybe...) He spent somewhere in the range of a decade in a band called Axium with some of his best friends. They actually recorded a few indie albums...and it is good stuff, if you can get your hands on it! You can find two of their albums, Blindsided and The Story Thus Far here to purchase and dowload. There is also another album that they recorded before these two...and while it is a bit harder to locate and purchase, it is possible. Check Ebay. And be prepared to pay a lot.
So, what does Axium sound like? There are definite similarities to David's solo album, likely because 1. he is singing on them both and 2. he wrote them both. With the Axium albums though, there is a definite hint of some influence from Pearl Jam and Creed. Which, to me at least, is not necessarily a bad thing...not at all. I'm a fan of both bands! But I do love that by the time David went on his own to record Analog Heart, he had developed a bit of his own performing style that is distinctive as his own and not that of Eddie Vedder or Scott Stapp.
The lyrics in these Axium albums are surprisingly mature. David was just a teenager and in his early 20's when he wrote these songs...a time when many young songwriters are writing about the girl that just broke up with them, or the stresses of school. David's lyrics reach a bit deeper than that. There are definitely moments of genius.
"I feel so benign not having control of this, but I'm here through your malignancy. Please know that I love you and I miss you anyway. I'm coming to grips with what you deal with everyday. You're always on my mind." AC
"Watch your shadow paint the sky as I follow in my mind, forever falling short, too many thoughts to sort." Pecking Order
"My words, they sing you this song, and I fall from this tightrope that you've walked a thousand times. One step over to step, you're wise beyond your eyes." Balance
"You deviate from what you are. You compensate for each and every scar. You can't control your self-perception in spite of all this misdirection. Why can't you see that everything you're chasing is just nothing but a fallacy." Whipped
"I'll swim in you if you'll drown in me." Incarcerate
"True friends stab you in the front; you've got my throat, and all I know is on the floor, and as I watch my trust in you fall hopeless, I feel faint, and I'm still begging you for more." On the Floor
"Perfection's not guaranteed, 'cause I don't know what I need. Work in progress it seems, this is me." The Finish Line
I haven't yet found a link to the lyrics to Blindsided, but if and when I do, I'll let you know. If you want to read more of the lyrics to the songs on The Story Thus Far, you can find them here. Be sure to buy the albums! You won't regret it.
So, what does Axium sound like? There are definite similarities to David's solo album, likely because 1. he is singing on them both and 2. he wrote them both. With the Axium albums though, there is a definite hint of some influence from Pearl Jam and Creed. Which, to me at least, is not necessarily a bad thing...not at all. I'm a fan of both bands! But I do love that by the time David went on his own to record Analog Heart, he had developed a bit of his own performing style that is distinctive as his own and not that of Eddie Vedder or Scott Stapp.
The lyrics in these Axium albums are surprisingly mature. David was just a teenager and in his early 20's when he wrote these songs...a time when many young songwriters are writing about the girl that just broke up with them, or the stresses of school. David's lyrics reach a bit deeper than that. There are definitely moments of genius.
"I feel so benign not having control of this, but I'm here through your malignancy. Please know that I love you and I miss you anyway. I'm coming to grips with what you deal with everyday. You're always on my mind." AC
"Watch your shadow paint the sky as I follow in my mind, forever falling short, too many thoughts to sort." Pecking Order
"My words, they sing you this song, and I fall from this tightrope that you've walked a thousand times. One step over to step, you're wise beyond your eyes." Balance
"You deviate from what you are. You compensate for each and every scar. You can't control your self-perception in spite of all this misdirection. Why can't you see that everything you're chasing is just nothing but a fallacy." Whipped
"I'll swim in you if you'll drown in me." Incarcerate
"True friends stab you in the front; you've got my throat, and all I know is on the floor, and as I watch my trust in you fall hopeless, I feel faint, and I'm still begging you for more." On the Floor
"Perfection's not guaranteed, 'cause I don't know what I need. Work in progress it seems, this is me." The Finish Line
I haven't yet found a link to the lyrics to Blindsided, but if and when I do, I'll let you know. If you want to read more of the lyrics to the songs on The Story Thus Far, you can find them here. Be sure to buy the albums! You won't regret it.
It's Rated Arrrrrrgh!
American Idol Extra did a little clip where the Top 5 talked about their pet peeves. Apparently, David Cook's sense of humor is a bit of a pet peeve for the rest of the contestants. LMAO. Sadly, we never hear what his own pet peeve is, because he is seemingly too busy fulfilling everyone else's pet peeves.
Check it out.
Check it out.
Thursday, May 1, 2008
Listen to Michael Johns' Solo Album
You miss having him on your TV screen each week, don't you? I know I do. I've watched just about every appearance, listened to virtually every radio interview, scrounged the internet for tidbits and news on him...It's kinda pathetic. At least my other AI7 crush, David Cook, is still around for me to watch and lust over. But I miss my MJ. I miss his sexy voice. I miss his goofy moves.
But wait! We can still listen to him. Actually...you can hear him right here. Check out his solo album, and let me know what you think. I'm in love with it.
But wait! We can still listen to him. Actually...you can hear him right here. Check out his solo album, and let me know what you think. I'm in love with it.
Cook Takes on Neil Diamond
Well, Top 5 week on this season of American Idol meant the songs of Neil Diamond. I have to say...I was excited. I may not love Neil Diamond himself, but he's got some great songs, songs that could be AMAZING once David Cook got his hands on them and did a little tweaking to make them fit him. Right??? I mean, just imagine...Cookie singing Girl, You'll Be a Woman Soon...staring into your eyes...going into those moments where he gets lost in the music and his eyes close for a moment...hitting those amazing power notes. Who would not be *poof* *thud* *dead* over that?!!?!?!?! Or he could have maybe done Red Red Wine. Yeah, I know that UB40 turned it into a Reggae hit, but Cookie could have made it rock. You know he could have.
There were only a few things going into Neil Diamond week that I was dreading. 1 - hearing Archie destroy something like Sweet Caroline or Coming to America (and he destroyed not one, but BOTH!!!) 2 - Cookie doing He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother...I would have been a puddle of tears on the floor...I don't think I could handle it...(and he thankfully saved me from that fate) 3 - David Cook doing Neil Diamond songs that I'd never heard before.
And he did. He chose two songs from Neil Diamond's massive catalogue that I had never heard before. Augh!!! When I heard what he was doing, I went into panic mode. Now, I may not be the biggest Neil Diamond afficionado in the world, so it's not too surprising that I might not know some of these songs...but I know the big hits. I know the ones that people will recognize. And on AI, you need people to recognize your song!!! I was worried for him. I thought this could spell disaster.
I didn't need to worry.
David started us off with I'm Alive, rocking out with the Les Paul. And you know what? I may not have known the song...but I realized that it really, honestly didn't matter. In fact, I came to the conclusion that it was better that I didn't know the song. Because then I couldn't compare him and his version to Neil Diamond and his version of the song (like I couldn't stop myself from doing with Archie...Ugh...Bad bad bad bad BAD! He KILLED Sweet Caroline. But that is not for this blog. Sorry.) And I really, really liked it. It wasn't GREAT like I was hoping for...but it was really pretty good, in a night filled with horror after horror. I've never seen a more disappointing night of AI. Cookie was the one light in the darkness. Anyways...check this out and see for yourself how David did with I'm Alive.
Not bad, right? Right. Well, it didn't end there. This night was the first time of the season when the contestants did two songs each. So David's next song was yet another one that I didn't know. Dammit. Why is he doing this to me? I was worried and panicking and all that jazz again. Especially since everyone (for the most part) was seriously stinking up the joint. But, David was doing a song called All I Really Need is You. The title worked for me. I would be okay with him singing something like that to me. No Les Paul this time, but an acoustic guitar. And he knocked this one out of the park!!! Wow. Gorgeous, sexy voice, sexy song, all the right looks right into the camera...wow. It was almost perfection. The only way it would have been better would be for him to be sitting on my bed with his acoustic guitar and singing to me and only me. I'll leave you to imagine where I'm headed with this. LOL. Anyways...check it out. You know you wanna.
And did you get a load of how HOT he was that night? Seriously. I need a cold shower.
So...I was worried for nothing. You would think that I would realize after all of these weeks, and after all the times I've been worried with him, and how he blew me away time and time again...that there is nothing to worry about. That he is going to make me fall for him harder and harder each time he comes out on that stage. That he can pretty much do no wrong. *sigh*
More soon.
There were only a few things going into Neil Diamond week that I was dreading. 1 - hearing Archie destroy something like Sweet Caroline or Coming to America (and he destroyed not one, but BOTH!!!) 2 - Cookie doing He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother...I would have been a puddle of tears on the floor...I don't think I could handle it...(and he thankfully saved me from that fate) 3 - David Cook doing Neil Diamond songs that I'd never heard before.
And he did. He chose two songs from Neil Diamond's massive catalogue that I had never heard before. Augh!!! When I heard what he was doing, I went into panic mode. Now, I may not be the biggest Neil Diamond afficionado in the world, so it's not too surprising that I might not know some of these songs...but I know the big hits. I know the ones that people will recognize. And on AI, you need people to recognize your song!!! I was worried for him. I thought this could spell disaster.
I didn't need to worry.
David started us off with I'm Alive, rocking out with the Les Paul. And you know what? I may not have known the song...but I realized that it really, honestly didn't matter. In fact, I came to the conclusion that it was better that I didn't know the song. Because then I couldn't compare him and his version to Neil Diamond and his version of the song (like I couldn't stop myself from doing with Archie...Ugh...Bad bad bad bad BAD! He KILLED Sweet Caroline. But that is not for this blog. Sorry.) And I really, really liked it. It wasn't GREAT like I was hoping for...but it was really pretty good, in a night filled with horror after horror. I've never seen a more disappointing night of AI. Cookie was the one light in the darkness. Anyways...check this out and see for yourself how David did with I'm Alive.
Not bad, right? Right. Well, it didn't end there. This night was the first time of the season when the contestants did two songs each. So David's next song was yet another one that I didn't know. Dammit. Why is he doing this to me? I was worried and panicking and all that jazz again. Especially since everyone (for the most part) was seriously stinking up the joint. But, David was doing a song called All I Really Need is You. The title worked for me. I would be okay with him singing something like that to me. No Les Paul this time, but an acoustic guitar. And he knocked this one out of the park!!! Wow. Gorgeous, sexy voice, sexy song, all the right looks right into the camera...wow. It was almost perfection. The only way it would have been better would be for him to be sitting on my bed with his acoustic guitar and singing to me and only me. I'll leave you to imagine where I'm headed with this. LOL. Anyways...check it out. You know you wanna.
And did you get a load of how HOT he was that night? Seriously. I need a cold shower.
So...I was worried for nothing. You would think that I would realize after all of these weeks, and after all the times I've been worried with him, and how he blew me away time and time again...that there is nothing to worry about. That he is going to make me fall for him harder and harder each time he comes out on that stage. That he can pretty much do no wrong. *sigh*
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