I had the privilege of attending Tuesday’s American Idol dress rehearsal, so a lot of my observations about this week’s show are based on comparing the live tv broadcast to what I saw in person earlier in the day.
As I watched it on tv I kept thinking about every detail that was different during the rehearsal, from Ryan’s silly fake opening (“a guy who used to work at a yogurt shop” and “a boxer” instead of “a paint salesman” and “a mother” to describe Lee and Crystal, respectively) to the plethora of signs in the audience to who was sitting in my seat. It was definitely a distraction! The following ranking is based on the broadcast performances, but the comments are largely based on my rehearsal vs. tv comparisons.
Crystal – “No One Needs to Know” – I never expected this song choice, but she nailed it. I liked seeing a different side of her. I think she had more sassiness in rehearsal though.
Mike – “It Only Hurts When I’m Breathing” – This isn’t one of my favorite Shania songs, but he sounded good both in rehearsal and on tv. Unlike Crystal, his consistency makes him boring.
Casey – “Don’t” – I liked it better during rehearsal (perhaps I was influenced by his proximity mere feet away from me), but he was still good on the broadcast. He sounded great harmonizing with Shania in the prerecorded clip.
Lee – “Your Still the One” – Some of his melody changes were impressive, but the beginning and ending were way better during rehearsal. Also during rehearsal I noticed for the first time Lee singing out of the side of his mouth like Kris Allen.
Aaron – “You Got A Way” – I wanted to hate this but I didn’t. I didn’t love it either; he still sounded flat in parts, but in general it was okay. I liked it more during rehearsal than on tv.
Siobhan – “Any Man of Mine” – I love this song but hated Siobhan’s version. Her voice doesn’t suit the song at all, and the shrieking was horrible (even more so in person, I actually flinched during rehearsal). She needed to be raspier and have more attitude. I’m shocked the judges liked it.
Based on this week’s performances, I think Siobhan should go home. Based on the whole season, Aaron has definitely outstayed his welcome. I don’t know who’s voting for him; the tweens sitting in front of me at rehearsal were all about Lee and Casey.
Honestly, this week is really tough to call. Casey and Lee were good but not amazing. Mike and Crystal were good but you never know when the viewers will get complacent and assume they don’t need the votes. I hated Siobhan’s performance but the judges drooled over it. It really is in the hands of the voters, and this week it’s anyone’s game.
- Angela Pasquinelli
[Posted using BlogPress from my iPhone. Major props to AP for flying to L.A. today, making it home already, watching the show, and e-mailing me a recap before midnight. Wow.]
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