Grade: C+
Lisa Tucker just plainly needs to go home. People keep throwing around these words to describe her: "power- house", "star", Simon even said "best 16 year old we've ever had in the competition." Uhm...excuse me? This girl is in NO way better than Diana DeGarmo or really many other contestants for that matter. What exactly about her vocals are powerhouse? She has limited range, has no color to her voice, and does this really ugly Scott Savol lazy vibrato that drives me crazy but would be great for Broadway. Go back to playing Nala in The Lion King, hon'. It suits you better. 'Cause there's no way your stage-school ass is winning American Idol. Her rendition of "Why Do Fools Fall In Love" was, I admit, one of her best performances - if not her best. She finally showed some vocal ability and went for the big notes. But it just...sounded so ugly. She has to be one of the most overrated contestants in idol history. Seriously. A few weeks ago Paula actually said "I don't know how you've been undiscovered for this long". Wait...WHAT? What did I just hear? Oh, that's right. The sound of Paula's two-note ranged "Straight Up" hitting number one in 1988, and the resounding fall of her career once everyone realized she couldn't sing any better than the humming bag lady down on 48th and Lexington.
Grade: C
Kevin Covais. It's 50s week, so I guess technically a polo shirt works. But why is it everyone else is all razzle-dazzled out to perform on the biggest show in America, and you're dressed like an eighth grader on the way to his dad's company picnic? Especially when you're singing (one of my all-time favorites) "When I Fall In Love". I knew Kevin would do an okay job with this song, he does have a nice voice, and can certainly do vulnerable (it's hard not to when you look 12), but at this stage in the competition, nice just won't cut it anymore. Certain contestants in past seasons got away with it for a while (see Anthony Federov, Carmen Rasmussen, Ryan Starr), but that's because no season has ever had the number of talented top 12 contestants that this season has. He just doesn't have the vocal ability or the star quality to compete with the likes of power belters, divas, sexy alterna-rockers, and velvety soul. The tour will be fun, though, Kevin.
Article comments
1 - Jackie
Love your take on things. I too hope it's the end for Bucky Covington. I'm still holding my stance that I wanted Gedeon to be there in the Final 12, not Bucky! I disagree with you a bit on Lisa Tucker, but overall she won't win. As for Taylor? Heck, whether the song showed his vocals so much or not, he's SO entertaining to watch ... he's my outright favorite entertainer this season.
I think we're seeing American Idol grow more each season. It's gotten away from the would-be cutie pop stars who can sing a song taught to them and onto folks with actual insight into the music. People like Taylor, Chris, Mandisa and Katharine take it to the next level.
2 - Jim
I'm a big Elliott fan. He's going to be a big success no matter what happens with American Idol.
3 - Rem
I think Taylor is the Best of them
4 - Kerri
I am so glad Kevin is gone.. he voice was terrible and dont know how he made it this far. Chris is the best and I know so many people that would by his CDs if available at this moment. He will make it very far in this competition.
5 - chantal stone
Chris...if its too hard for you to admit then i'll say it...Elliot is HOT. he's got the stylists working with him now and he's looking good, that bit of facial hair he's growing in looks great and add to the fact that the boy can SING his ass off...all equals HOT in my book.
but alas...not as hottt as Chris Daughtry. *sighhh* i can't take it.
"I'm gonna need you to take off your clothes."
---you said it all right there...my sentiments exactly!
6 - Theresa
I am very sad for Kevin is vote off. Remember he is only 16 years old and he does have a beautiful voice and so cute for his age. People are so cruel to talk like that to Kevin and People just don't understand. I feel so bad for Kevin. I am a big fan of Kevin. I will not watch American Idol anymore.
7 - Rafael
I totally agree with you chris on your choices. But in all reality, this show is to show the different talents that most people have and what is out to be discovered. I know that You did not like Bucky, (as I Strongly agree with your thoughts on him.) But there are unfortunate numbers of people who kept him there as long as he was. Mandisa was a Hot Performer. The girl had pipes and really was the one to beat in the competition. She is a big inspiration to most people who put GOD first. Go girl!!! Of course the others left me thinking. Who the hell would want to keep these fools here??? Obviously many. I am someone who does not like to sugar coat my thoughts. Unfortunately, I too, do not agree with the top 2 left. Chris Daughtry should be in the top 2. I think that he is better off without American Idol cause he won't be stuck fulfilling the contract that ties them down to what the record label wants. He was surely shocked to see the results of him going home. He is of course an attractive young married man that looks good. But he had a door close on him. So others are opening windows for him now. Congrats Chris!!! Lisa Tucker...Where do we begin...very cute girl...Hated your vocals girl. Sorry...You can sing better with better song selection. You chose the wrong ones!!!!!!!!!! WHY!!!!!!!!! Kevin, Kevin, Kevin. Chicken Little you are a nice little boy who needs alot of growing up to do. I felt sorry for you when they put you on because they were setting you up to get hurt and of course no one deserves that. But you accepted. Brent Young aka Ace, you have the looks but you're toooooooo COCKY and no one likes that attitude. I would never buy your CD if you keep that crap up. SHOOT!!!!!!! Unfortunately Taylor, you are the Idol Choice I would pick due to not having a choice, Katharine's personality is too weird, don't get me wrong girl, you can blow, you have such a unique voice but I can't fathom the idea of you being the one. Taylor has a better chance at it due to having some experience in being in a band. Unfortunately no one will ever be better than KELLY CLARKSON, That Siren can sing anything. Even though she made me feel like a natural woman when I heard that song in the first season. WHOOO!!!!! I have not been wrong on any season... My feelings are for Taylor. Have a good one too!!! and Chris...If you need some help with the selections let me know!!! I am sure I can give a little hand. (I hope I didn't offend anybody. If I did I am sorry. But get over it!!!!!!!)