Go Taylor Hicks!

[dennycrane]

I want to encourage everyone to vote for Taylor Hicks next Tuesday as he has made it into the final 5 on American Idol! He's a great musician, cool guy and an unlikely Idol, which is why it would be such a coup to have him win it all. VOTE AS MUCH AS YOU CAN!!!

 

[phixer]

Taylor Hicks huh Denny?

 

[alaredsox]

That show is the worst thing to have ever been made. You know how many dreams and aspirations were shot down because of it? I'm sure Simon has put his fair share of kids in therapy. Kudos to those out there that didnt make the cuts who still keep going.
Don't get me wrong, a great majority of the people should have been cut but its the way they are cut that I can't deal with. Some are there just to make a fool of themselves on TV, and those are the ones that should be dealt with swiftly. But think about the shy, insecure kids who really try to train their voices and perform well so they can have a shot. Those are the kids throwing up in the halls from nerves and are intimidated before they even hit the first note. It takes a LONG time to finally get the courage to do this kind of thing, and all their confidence is shot in one fail swoop from Simon. Most wont even try get their confidence back after that kind of humiliation.
And if I hear Randy say "Yo, check it dog." one for friggin time Imma go postal on his arse! What exactly is his claim to fame anyway? And what friggin drugs is Paula on??

 

[dennycrane]

Whoa, calm down man. Just don't watch the show. Taylor is a friend of mine, and I'm just trying to generate a little support. The fact that the "hopefulls" are shot down in a fairly abrupt way without any sugar coating is exactly how the industry works. If they can't take the harsh rejection at the contestant search level of AI, then they simply have no chance to make it in the real world industry. Trust me, I have a lot of friends in the business. It isn't pretty. In reality, they are probably saving people from wasting time chasing pipe dreams.
Those who get a no from Idol and then give up in a fit of tears were never going to make it anyway. Those who get a no from Idol, have a fit of tears and then go somewhere to get better and seek other opportunities to showcase their talent may still have a shot...and they will be prepared for rejection - and they will still probably get a 1000 "no"s before they get a yes.
I agree with you on the Randy and Paula thing. That girl is nuts!
But anyway...VOTE FOR TAYLOR!!!!!!! :cheer:

 

[fiji_blue]

Taylor and chris better be in the final two, if not the show is rigged.

 

[drew2005]

Thank God Pickler is gone. You can only play the dumb country girl routine so many times. I couldnt stand her. Taylor is good but im actually thinking its going to be chris and elliot in the final.

 

[sinner's girl]

all those shows are rigged

 

[alaredsox]

Originally Posted by DennyCrane
Whoa, calm down man. Just don't watch the show. Taylor is a friend of mine, and I'm just trying to generate a little support. The fact that the "hopefulls" are shot down in a fairly abrupt way without any sugar coating is exactly how the industry works. If they can't take the harsh rejection at the contestant search level of AI, then they simply have no chance to make it in the real world industry. Trust me, I have a lot of friends in the business. It isn't pretty. In reality, they are probably saving people from wasting time chasing pipe dreams.
Those who get a no from Idol and then give up in a fit of tears were never going to make it anyway. Those who get a no from Idol, have a fit of tears and then go somewhere to get better and seek other opportunities to showcase their talent may still have a shot...and they will be prepared for rejection - and they will still probably get a 1000 "no"s before they get a yes.
I agree with you on the Randy and Paula thing. That girl is nuts!
But anyway...VOTE FOR TAYLOR!!!!!!! :cheer:

I didnt mean to offend. Perhaps my convictions are a bit passionate, but I too work in the industry as an arts presenter. I've seen my fair share of ugly auditions. Hell you should see the way the touring broadway shows do it. It's just disheartning to me that these kids are dismissed without anything beneficial to take with them. At least give them some kind of constructive criticizm. You're right though, these kids know what's in front of them...they should be prepared. Didnt mean to ruffle any feathers. Hope Hicks takes it. My wife sure does!

 

[tangman99]

I like Taylor alot but Chris is my favorite. I would love to see both of them in the finals. I would be happy to see either one win though.

 

[lovethesea]

anybody BUT another blonde girl. I mean really.....lets get something else going.
:cheer:

 

[lion_crazz]

I think Chris and Katherine are the two most talented on the show. Taylor is excellent as well, though. It really is hard to see many of the people leave the show because that show gets many incredibly talented individuals.

 

[n_sarno]

BOO taylor is my least favorite.. Im a Kellie fan..
Sry shes gone :-(
Now i've got the McPhever

 

[nw2sltfsh]

Personally I love the Style that Chris has in his voice, but I really hope he doesnt win - if you remember Bo was very southern rock last year but his album is very pop music. I would love for Chris to cut an album the way he wants to.
With that being said, based on the AI albums released to date Taylors voice is much better suited for the style of music they release.
Also if Taylor really is your friend you need to tell him to see some Joe Cocker! He was kill with any song by him!!! My husband and I both love listening to him sing - it is very refreshing to have someone so different vocally who also has talent.
I disagree with the statement about Simon being to harsh, I believe in the real world when people dont cut it they need to be told, wether it is in the business world or the entertainment world - it is ok to have a dream but it doesnt mean that dream suits your abilities.

 

[dennycrane]

Originally Posted by NW2SLTFSH
Personally I love the Style that Chris has in his voice, but I really hope he doesnt win - if you remember Bo was very southern rock last year but his album is very pop music. I would love for Chris to cut an album the way he wants to.
With that being said, based on the AI albums released to date Taylors voice is much better suited for the style of music they release.
Also if Taylor really is your friend you need to tell him to see some Joe Cocker! He was kill with any song by him!!! My husband and I both love listening to him sing - it is very refreshing to have someone so different vocally who also has talent.
I disagree with the statement about Simon being to harsh, I believe in the real world when people dont cut it they need to be told, wether it is in the business world or the entertainment world - it is ok to have a dream but it doesnt mean that dream suits your abilities.
Bo Bice is from Birmingham as well (also Ruben)...never met him though or had the pleasure to see him live. From what I understand about the AI process is that there is some sort of contract signed when entering into the top 12, that gives AI the option of producing the first album by any of the singers... an opt in contract. This is why Bice's first is so horribly "poppy". Admittedly though, I haven't heard any of the other cuts. Kelly Clarkson's first album is markedly different from her new albums, if you've noticed. Sadly I can't see the AI producers giving us a sincere first album with either Taylor or Chris, but especially Chris - his style and taste in music appeals heavily to a certain audience who expect genuine original material out of their rockers. It is sort of a catch 22 for both to be in this contest.
Taylor dated a friend of mine for about 6-7 years (J.C.) and they were actually very very close to getting married before he got on to AI. Kinda sad. Taylor is a good guy, though. He hangs at a local pub around the corner from my house - Open Door Cafe, and plays a the Oasis quite often (his band still does) - though I think those days are over. He is a great performer and musician and completely deserves his success. He does a little bit of Cocker, and all that bluesy rock from the 70s (The Band) that Widespread Panic likes to cover. I think he's trying to distance himself from the Joe Cocker thing because he was becoming to defined by it on AI - he came across as an impersonator, which he is not. It will be interesting to see who wins - all the remaining are very good.

 

[phixer]

Dont watch the show too much, seems like a lot of singers and not to many (if any) musicians. I wish they would have more contests of skill. Like piano or guitar players.

 

[tangman99]

The guy that sits on the edge of the stage and plays the classical guitar is one heck of a guitar player. You don't see him much but he was on this week when Chris was singing. I'd put him up against most guitar players out there.

 

[phixer]

Yeah, I think Hendrix and VanHalen are much more talented than any vocalist Ive heard because they have had to practice, lots of coordination. Singing is usually a natural talent. Ok Ive stirred the pot again, I'll shut up.

 

[tangman99]

I wasn't really making that point. I was referring to you saying "not to many (if any) musicians". I took that to mean that you thought the musician on the show were not that good and I was just mentioning the one guitar player. I understand what you meant now.
Again, I'm not so sure. I'm a classical guitar player and I can't sing. My guitar playing continues to get better, but singing never improves unless I'm drinking and I think it's just a matter of not caring at that point. Then again, I've met people that were natural singers that never had to learn. I've never seen anyone just play a guitar without having to work at it.

 

[scotts]

First let me say the ONLY reason I watch American Idol is because my daughter absolutley loves the show. She has a problem now because she likes everybody that is left and does not know who not to vote for. However in our house we really do enjoy Taylor. So does her teacher and her class. In fact they are writing a letter to Taylor to see if he can visit their class. We are 50 miles away from Hollywood so it is only 40 minutes to 3 hours away, depending on traffic. (I know he can't make it but they are having fun).

 

[phixer]

They should have an American Idol for musicians also. I think becoming a good musician takes a lot more practice and self discipline than a vocalist.