Thankfully we're brought back to reality by Chris Richardson, who has the words BOY BAND MATERIAL written all over him. In fact, Randy compares him to Justin Timberlake in sound and appearance. Simon says, "You're somebody who can possibly surprise us in the next round," and with that, they let him through.
Nicholas Pedro actually made it to Hollywood last year, but during the group round he forgot the words to "Build Me Up Buttercup" and choked, eventually bowing out of the competition. Nicholas returns to redeem himself and regain his dignity. He sounds a little breathy to me, but Paula absolutely loves him. The judges send him to Hollywood, and you can bet that Nicholas will never again forget the words to his songs.
Last, and certainly least, we have Isadora Furman. Julie is actually her middle name, but her artsy-fartsy bohemian personality prefers to be called by her middle name. I'm amused that Ryan keeps "accidentally" calling her Julie. Isadora is a clairvoyant and palm reader. She proceeds to show her amazing skills by reading Ryan's palm. Every statement she makes about Ryan is completely wrong, as he looks at the camera and silently mouths the correct answer.
Once in the judges' room, she starts to sing, but I couldn't figure out what the hell she was singing since it seemed to be composed of nothing but oohs and ahhs while hitting a tambourine. When she finally sings, "Voulez-vous coucher avec moi, ce soir," only then did I realize that Isadora was singing "Lady Marmalade". She gets even more into the song with lots of oohs, that I wondered if she was about to orgasm. Thankfully she stops, and not surprisingly the judges say no. Isadora puts on her snooty, artsy musician face and accuses the judges of only putting through pop singers. Randy mentions that Chris Daughtry is a rocker, but the name doesn't ring a bell to Isadora. They sent her on her merry little way.
In the end, 35 hopefuls made it to Hollywood. Next week we'll be in Birmingham, Alabama. Birmingham is home to two Idols - Ruben Studdard and Taylor Hicks - and one runner up, Bo Bice. We'll see if American Idol will once again uncover some musical treasures in this city.
Until next week... Kaonashi out!
Article comments
1 - Kaonashi
I just spotted an error. Regarding Isadora, that is her middle name. Julie is her first name, and Ryan Seacrest kept calling her by that instead of the preferred Isadora.
2 - Neil Crossland
Dear Sir/Madame,
Is it possible that you could email the address of the american idol venue which is taking place in Hollywood. I have some songs which I would love to reach Rachael Zerfeta the opera singer.
Many Thanks
Neil
3 - Kaonashi
Hello Neil,
I'm sorry, but I have no affiliation with American Idol, FOX, or 19 Entertainment. I'm just a writer who reviews the show. Try the official American Idol website
4 - Isadora Furman
What is wrong with being artsy..instead of poppy pop corn fluff. Tell Zeppeline he's to artsy.