I think a lot of people also feel bad for him. His voice isn't awful.

The guys who got kicked off tonight were bad. And the guy who went 1st the other night had one of the worst performances I've ever seen.

PM received, thanks Mustang

What was the boys/girls split?

Looks like Antonella is going to be as hard to get rid of as Mikaylah was, too. Ugh. I totally get the support Sanjaya receives. In some ways, he's this year's John Stevens - too young, way over his head, nice guy, the grandma's love him. And, he's got the Indian community to possibly support him as well.

But Antonella? Come on! I know she's got a nice body and got a ton of air time, but how could that air time have been a positive for her? She came off as a bitch with her best friend, they made them look like they did nothing but screw off and it partially cost a well-liked contestant her chance to go through, then they got into it with her after the performance, and she just generally comes off as a snobby bitch. What's the catch? She's not that good looking to overcome her personality. I just don't get it.

VoteForTheWorst is why Ksyrup. They saved her and Sundance.

Any thoughts about the guest judges?

Diana Ross
Jon Bon Jovi
Jennifer Lopez
Gwen Stefani
Tony Bennett
Martina McBride
Lu Lu and Peter Noone (British Invasion night)
Barry Gibb

Supposedly, there's going to be a major announcement next week about the show, and given that they didn't specifically mention the Beatles Week, I'm still holding out hope that McCartney and/or Ringo will be appearing. Given Heather Mills' upcoming appearance on Dancing With the Stars, maybe Sir Paul feels the need to up the publicity ante...?

And Fantasia in the Color Purple...um, I saw 15 minutes of her acting debut - playing herself in the story of her life - and she didn't come off as believable playing herself. This has the potential to bomb big-time.

Those are guest judges, not themes?

Typically, they are both - although in some circumstances, the guest judge represents a genre instead of that particular artist's work. IIRC, they don't always "judge" but certainly spend the week with the remaining contestants to assist them with their songs for that week.

A friend of mine deciphered what each guest/week is going to be:

Diana Ross - Leave Your Band Week
Bon Jovi - Used to Rock, Now We're Bryan Adams Week
J Lo - Mediocrity Week
Gwen Stefani - Reinvent Yourself Week, otherwise known as "We Can't Get Madonna Week"
Tony Bennett - Old Guy Trying to be Relevant Week
Martina McBride - Redneck Week
Peter Noone - I'm Still Alive Week
Barry Gibb - Sucky Disco Week

That's what I mean I guess... I thought that during the audience voting stage, these folks were rarely judges - but rather themes and worked with the contestants during the week...

I'm not getting seriously offended, but I will mention that Martina McBridge has one of the best female voices going right now, regardless of genre...

I can't stop laughing because it's true...someone on another board remarked that with her extra 20 pounds, Fantasia now looks like a tall Chris Tucker in drag. LOL!

I think the comment about McBride was less about her specifically, and more about the country audience they intend to draw.

I know, I realize it was a joke that's why I was saying I wasn't offended...

As a country music fan, I'm used to taking shots... but i also wanted to take the chance to mention her talent...

Certainly a FAR better pull than plastic-man Kenny Rogers who really does not represent what current Country music is.

I actually commend them for getting several people who are relevant. Even without Stefani, McBride, and J-Lo, by past years' standards, Bon Jovi would have been considered "fresh" in comparison. I guess there's always going to be a disco week and a crooner's week, but there's no reason for both Gibb AND Ross. And, if Peter Noone/British Invasion is a separate week from Beatles week - which I bet it is - we probably could have done without that, as well. At least the Dionne Warwick/Rod Stewart/Barry Manilow types are at a minimum this year. I was seriously expecting Billy Joel, too. Oh well.

Ugh, none of the four I thought deserved to be sent home went home. The good news is that for two of the four that went home, they really had no shot of winning-Amy and Paul. The other two Rudy and Nicole (I guess America doesn't listen to Paula) were going to have to work hard to be considered a front-runner, but deserved to stay based on their performances this week. Especially bummed about Rudy who I thought had one of the top men voices (not that that's saying much), and could have been a real surprise had he stayed in the competition.

To be subjected to Antonella, Alaina, Sundance, and Sanjaya again just turns my stomach.

Yes all around. They seem to be more able to pull better names this year.

No offense when I say this, but I think you're out of your friggin mind. Rudy's performance was disgusting.

I probably shouldn't be, but I'm shocked Antonella didn't get sent home. Yes, she is pretty, but her personality and singing both sucked. I think Nicole came off a bit conceited (with the little brush off thing she did in her intro as well as some of her comments) but despite Antonella's looks, I would have rathered her go home than Amy.

As far as the guys, I can see why Sanjaya was saved, but I'm still surprised that he is in the top 4. Of course, if one believes his ethnicity had something to do with him being saved, one would wonder why Paul Kim wasn't also saved. I'm really hoping the big announcement is that they are going to go to 8 girls and 4 boys.

I tend to doubt it. I'm still betting on a Beatles-related announcement, especially since they didn't even mention it last night when they had the opportunity. Just the idea that Beatles songs can be used is big news, much less than a Beatle might be involved with the show.

Plus, I'm fairly certain the news about a "big announcement" pre-dated this week's performances, so I don't know that there was a huge groundswell for change before Tuesday. But maybe they already knew what we saw firsthand that night - who knows.

None taken. :)

And not only was Antonella's performance bad, but that was the worst she has looked on the show as well.

It must be a Northeast thing. That, or her dad threatened to make people disappear if she didn't make it through.

I used to live in the same town as her and I think she is annoying and not all that attractive.

It's funny...you keep seeing other Idol contestants...when they progress, there's all this support around their town, big gatherings to watch, Idol comes to interview and televise all this...if (somehow) Antonella made a decent run in this, or even if she had the talent to win the whole thing, no one in Pt. Pleasant would give a shit. I guarantee the amount of votes she got in this area was limited to her family and her close friends. Maybe some teachers. There's no way the guys she bangs are gonna be calling in.

Chris Tucker or Fantasia? YOU DECIDE!

In case anyone's interested, the previously-seen Antonella Barba pictures are nothing compared to what's out now.

If all the pictures I just saw are of her, then where on earth did that pair come from (in the wet shirt photos). They didn't appear to be quite so healthy in the gobble gobble photos.

I was wondering the same.

Supposedly she got a pair of bolt-ons not long before she went on AI...

why couldn't we have this scandal with Katherine McPhee?

*L* I just loooooooove the Idols boards. Was just curious what Antonella's 'fans' were saying. Some snippets -

'This is all so horrible....I mean, have we all forgotten what happened to Princess Diana! Everybody just needs to back off...or there could be another tragedy!'

'People is a trashy Tabliod, what will they report on next the wolfman or UFOs' (in reference to people magazine)

'Antonella is a star in the making!!! Soon she will be on the front cover of People. She is an awesome human being!!!'

And that was just 1 page of 1 thread... good stuff.

All this Antonella stuff made me think back to Wade insisting she is not my type.. Wade.. you forgot one of the most important Doug stereotype criteria..

I have purposely stayed away from the Antonella picks, but if what I've read on MJ's blog is true, I find it hard to believe she'll still be around. The first set of picks is just her joking around with friends, then there's a second set of her posing in a Maxim mag-style (at least what I read it being described as)...and then there's a third set of her purportedly giving a BJ!!!??? Wow. If that's really her, she's got to be booted, huh?

I haven't seen the BJ photo, but the others are pretty damning for Idol standards I think... Wet T-Shirt posing where you can clearly see the goods...

That combined with her not being that good...

I've seen the BJ photos, and I'm not 100% sure that it's her, but it could be. I haven't seen the wet t-shirt pics at all.

It's worth the trip to Google. :)

Pickles is going to sing a new song on Thursday, and Carrie Underwood will sing on the March 8th show. And the new "BUH-bye" song is called Home and is from Daughtry's new album. AI is kicking up the self-promotion big-time. Speaking of which...

The folks at American Idol continue to expand the brand, and their influence to other ventures. Last week, came the announcement that Freemantle and 19 Entertainment would open an Idol Camp for teens and pre-teens.

According to the press release, Idol Camp will be “the first performing arts summer camp for kids between the ages of 12-15 based on the nation’s most watched television show and #1 talent search. Born out of the desire to foster passion and creativity in young teens, Idol Camp will be a fun-filled and non-competitive training ground for America’s future stars.”

Interestingly, the camp is not competitive:

“We want to honor a diverse cross-section of educational backgrounds and opportunities and provide a valuable experience to kids displaying a passionate motivation to learn and grow within themselves through the performing arts,” said Keith Hindle, Executive Vice President, FremantleMedia Licensing Worldwide, North America. “As in American Idol, the goal for our kids is to soar beyond their expectations; however, because Idol Camp is not a competition, every kid goes home a winner.”

i couldn't agree more.

or Mandesa

FYI, boys tonight, girls tomorrow, both shows 90 minutes.

Man, here I am at work scared to click on those google image links but needing to see the pics...

the wet t shirt ones are worth a trip

dola- probabaly NSFW

Discretion is the better part of valor, or something like that. Seriously, they're NSFW...

Some interesting news from MJ, again. No spoilers, just news:


Tonight, the boys are back. After the girls threw down the gauntlet last Wednesday, we’ll see if the guys are up to the challenge. In the meantime, I’ve got some Season 6 contestant news. Just for you.
Lucky me. A couple of weeks ago, a band member from Chris Sligh’s band Half Past Forever sent me a promo copy of their new album “Take a Chance on Something Beautiful” The album will be available for download tomorrow at Chris Sligh store.com. The CD is currently available for pre-order at Amazon, and will be released March 8. You can watch the band’s video for “Know” (my favorite tune on the CD) here.
I’ll be posting a review of the CD very soon. But, I will say this–if infectious, hook-laden guitar-driven pop/rock is your thing, definitely check the CD out. And Chris’s lead vocals are outstanding. So yeah, more on the new CD later.
It looks like Antonella Barba will remain a contestant on American Idol, despite the series of racy pics that appeared on the internet this past week. I would say, no news from TPTB is good news. Here’s what Antonella’s friend Amanda Coluccio had to say about the pictures:

Barba’s best friend, Amanda Coluccio of Holmdel, with whom she auditioned and won a trip to Hollywood for the second round before being eliminated, told The Star-Ledger of Newark that the less graphic photos are of Barba, but denied she is pictured in the pornographic ones.
“The really bad ones aren’t her. I’ve studied them,” Coluccio told The Star-Ledger for Monday’s newspapers. “It’s not her nose. She’s never had (acrylic nail) tips (like the woman in the photo) in her life. She’s the least slutty person I know.”

Eliminated Top 40 contestant Matthew Buckstein devised a clever plan to extend his 15 minutes of fame, and perhaps jump start his career. He called his scheme “The Lost Idol”–competing along with the rest of the Top 24 from a karaoke bar in Denver. But, surprise, surprise! The bar that was hosting Matt’s performances got a phone call and a “Cease and Desist” letter from the legal folks at Idol. You can read about Matthew’s saga at Reality TV Magazine:

I won’t go into it too deep because that would be a violation of agreements I’ve made with them. Basically they fear that what I am doing is too closely related to their show and that I might be stealing their intellectual property.
It was never my intention to do them harm; in fact, quite the contrary. I want to promote the show. I want people to watch it.

I hear you my brothah! Those legal peeps wouldn’t happen to be from this firm would they? *whistles and walks away* Just askin’!
Matthew will continue with the “Lost Idol” concept, but will have to lose the name “Idol”.

The concept of what I’m doing will remain the same. However, I claim no present or future connection with AI…I’m currently deciding between “The Lost Country Singer” and “The Lost Icon”…I’ll still put up performance videos on Tuesday nights and I’ll still allow people to show their support through comments on my myspace page and by clicking a vote counter. I’ll still have a results show in the days that follow my performance video.

Good Luck Matthew! Don’t let the 800 pound gorilla get you down…
For more about Matthew’s quest as the “Lost Idol” check out his My Space.
Lastly, check out some pre-Idol music by Top 24 contestant’s Brandon Rogers here and Blake Lewis here. Those boys can sang, peeps.

You know, that Chris Sligh song ain't half bad. It's definitely right up my alley style-wise.

I really wish someone would say that about me.

More cuts and better sound quality at: http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm...endID=44800559

Least slutty does not equal prude. Someone could be the least slutty person you know, and still be a fuckin' whore. Plus, she's from Pleasentville. That don't help her credibility. :D

http://youtube.com/watch?v=3kt6kASppmk

I've watched that clip 356 times.

oh my shit

And people said I never gave anything worthwhile to this board.

Nice!

3 and a half hours until I'm home from work. Is this something I would've seen if I watched Idol last season? I seem to remember a quick panty shot...or is this something completely new and different?

The way Tyra is sitting on that couch, with the shoes off and everything, reminds me of that Keenan Ivory Wayans talk show spoof where he's sitting in all different positions listening intently to whomever is speaking.

It's Tyra Banks fondling McPhee's boobs.

Between that video and the multiple shots of her barefoot on the show last year (something about a barefoot chick...), she will never be topped. NEVER.

Thank you, you've managed to make the next 2+ hours very painful.


I know where this is going. When you say you admire a barefoot chick, you're saying you love sucking toes, aren't you? You foot fetish people are sick.

No, it wasn't going there. At least, I had no intention of taking it there.

That's HOT

Follow-up...the really explicit pics of Antonella are definitely not her, as the entire package of pictures has hit the internet and it's a different girl. A different, talented, whore of a girl.

So they're meant to dedicate a song to whoever inspires them. First guy up talks about being on leave from the Navy then dedicates "I Aint Missing You At All" to them. Next guy up dedicates "Let's Get It On" to his mom and dad.

Strange messages to be sending.

I'm really starting to like Chris Sligh.

I think most of us always have. :)

Well I'm on record in this thread as having him as a favorite, but my opinion is getting stronger in this direction every week.

I just got to his performance. Very good.

Just watched Blake. He was one of my tops to start but is doing even better than expected tonight as well.

Holy shit! Someone replaced Sundance with a pod person who could sing.

He was my top after the original auditions, but has had trouble since (I'm still on Chris so I haven't seen him tonight yet).

Better than last week but not "wow, much better" to me. Some weird song choices like Fever and Time after Time plus some songs I've never heard before. And of course there's Sanjaya. He really needs to go.

So are two gone this week? In which case hopefully Sanjay and... Nick Pedro?

You have to know the songs to figure out if they sing well? :)

Sanjay wont be gone, but he was awful and needs to be voted out. He is too cute and young though.... old people will vote for him. I think Nick and AJ will be voted out. They are too forgettable.

I've never heard that Jason Mraz song before, but I was 180 degrees from the judges on that one - I thought Chris Richardson was terrible. He was behind the song, ahead of it, pitchy as hell, couldn't hit the falsetto notes when he tried, even the chorus when he was singing with the backups sounded like he (or maybe they) were off. I hated it - but even Simon liked it. Huh.

Sanjaya has a really nice voice but damn, he has less stage presence than me. And 2 bizarre song choices in a row. He's making John Stevens from a couple of years ago look like a star by comparison. Easily the most overmatched contestant this show has ever had.

Dola.

If I'm voting, Sanjaya and AJ should be gone. And Nick Pedro should be traded to the Grease audition show, where he'd make a fine supporting actor doing that Greased Lightning song in the high school garage.

I thought Svenjaya was the weakest but wouldn't be shocked if he survived. The mixer of the show is doing no favors for him, they could bring up his mike a little since he sings with no strength.

I think AJ was the second worst.

Big night for Sundance who showed he's got the skills to contend. Chris with another strong night and Blake as well. I was impressed with Jared as well.

I agree that I thought Chris was awful, and was shocked that everybody loved him. Blake was fabulous and so was the bald Navy guy. Both are my favorites

When this competition is finished, about three months from now, I think we're going to appreciate this group of guys. Even if it's hard to assess and ranges all over the place. They're challenging the very concept of what is and what isn't an American Idol, and I appreciate the staff for making these casting decisions.

Of course, not a one of them stands a chance of winning, with all those lovely and talented black ladies ready and willing to belt out more conventional hits.

On to the week 2, male singer ratings:

1. Chris Richardson. Yes, he blew the high note. But it was a difficult, rangy song, and as annoying as it for me to admit this, the boy band guy gets top marks once again. And I hate Timberlake and everything he stands for. Score of 87.

2. Blake Lewis. A poor finish to an effortless and interesting performance. I wonder what's in store from him each week, and that, more than anything else, shows me there's a lot of talent there. Score of 86.

3. Nick Pedro. At this time, he seems to be a one-trick pony, but there's a reason that stuff was so popular in its day and I'm looking forward to seeing his take on more modern songs (if he survives, which is a long shot). He's better at that soft, crooning style than others who have tried in the past. Score of 75.

4. A.J. Tabaldo. Yes, it was another relatively weak week, as the guys are finding their niches. This was an incredibly difficult song, and I thought he did a good job. Score of 69.

5. Sanjaya Malakar. It would be easy to dismiss this kid at this point, because there's nothing Idol about him. He has a remarkable ear, though, and I'm going to insist on judging the singing rather than how the song relates to what's popular today. I wouldn't pay to see or hear this song again, but he did exactly what he set out to do. I'll refrain from crude jokes about Michael Jackson being willing to move back from Bahrain for a shot at him. Score of 66.

6. Sundance Head. Okay, I know all the Schmidties out there are just frothing at the keyboard (especially after the Wolverines just knocked the Sparties back a peg or two). What am I thinking? He had the energy. He had the crowd going. And that's part of Idol, part that I don't factor in very heavily. Just look at how I rated last year's winner (11th out of 24). I thought Jason paid no attention to pitch and chose a very simple song. Score of 65.

7. Jared Cotter. Cop out. I yawned, I stretched. I played with the cat. Score of 63.

8. Phil Stacy. Like Simon said, very good karaoke. He was generous. Score of 57.

9. Chris Sligh. Very average overall. There were a couple of good riffs, and more than a few bum notes. I'm liking this guy less and less. Until he puts the work in, he will never be good. Score of 54.

10. Brandon Rogers. It's easy to see where he went wrong this week. I think he'll be back next week in force, if the voters will have him. Too bad you don't get mulligans in this game (unless you're Sundance). Score of 46.

Who should go: Chris Sligh and Sundance.

Who will go: Nick and Brandon.

I want Chris to do well so his wife is on more.. she's kinda snicky...

I'm getting tired of the boy band guy bobbing his head all the time. Very annoying. I enjoyed Sundance and Blake this week. Any of the guys I have to strain to hear (AJ, Nick, Sanjaya) could go home now... thanks.

Wow.

I might put Jim on ignore just because of that shot, and because I honestly think he's tone deaf (as a singer/musician). ;)

Actually, I think I'l just start a list of my top 5, and I will try to not make any comments (because I'm lazy):

1. Blake Lewis

2. Chris Sligh

3. Sundance Head

4. Phil Stacey

5. Chris Richardson (One comment - I hated that song)

My rankings of last nights performances would be almost dead on with Solecismic, except that I felt more of Chris Sligh and I'd bump Sunjaya down because stage presense/performance are more important to me...

But I thought Richardson and Blake were clearly the best, and I already want to root for Richardson because he's a local kid - do that helps.

I have to echo something he said about Blake too... There's not a person on this show that I anticipate more than him... to see what the heck he's going to do each time he takes the stage.

Of course not. :) But when I know a song I can at least compare the two versions. And people picking lesser known songs have generally not fared well in Idol, though I don't think either of the two I didn't know-Chris and Blake's songs are in danger of being eliminated.

I really think there's something to that. Many times my wife has commented that she doesn't know what to make of a performance because she doesn't know the song and has no frame of reference. I'm more or less the same way. I think it just puts an extra barrier there...more effort into figuring out the words, figuring out the song, figuring out what it is you're listening to rather than just focusing on the singer. It's like that with new music too - even from established artists, it can take a few times to really digest a new song. You begin to like it the more you hear it. On AI, I think if the contestant picks a song that is already someone's favorite, you're starting with off better with that voter.

You didn't know the Jamiriquai(sp?!) song? It was rather peopular like 10 years ago.

It can kill people sometimes too. I can't remember how many times we've heard, "The original was just so much better" from the judges.

Very true, it's a double-edged sword. You either have to sing it really well, or put a unique spin on it that doesn't kill it.

My idol story:

Last year I went to Columbia, SC for weapons training before going to Africa. Few of us knew each other. There were two other people from my command and I didn't even know them.

Our first official gathering or meeting came that Sunday evening before training. We were called down from our barracks to the chapel and it was the first time we saw each other, generally speaking.

Late walking through the door was...man, someone special. This poor guy...I just couldn't describe him accurately. He walks into the standing room only chapel and strides to the front, wearing a Takeo Spikes Bills jersey. By the way he's wearing it, he either had no shoulders or someone stole them. Poor Darryl also had a shaved head and glasses that were way too big for him. Darryl then looks up and down each pew for an open spot. Finding none, he stands in the middle of the doorway, folds his arms, and announces, "Fine, whatever."

"Wow," I said to my newly made friends. He's got winner written all over him.

Fast forward about 2-3 hours. Three of us are attempting to play spades. Darryl shows up and asks to play.

During the game, the other two players are discussing music, in broad way...Do you like this band, that band, every band. Not knowing much about music, I stay out of it. Darryl, on the other hand, keeps trying to throw some classical music into the discussion and is laughed at.

Near the end, the discussion becomes a cutdown party. The line from "40 year old Virgin" comes in.

"Do you know how I know you're gay? You like Cold Play." said one.
"Do you know how I know you're gay? You have the American Idol soundtracks." said the other.

"I tried out for American Idol," Darryl responds, "But they told me I was too old."

Ever since, I've been tempted to review the previous season audition shows. He had to have been on one of them.

Darryl turned out to be an electronics technician like I am and worked in the same shop. I could talk all day long about the things that guy said or did while he was there.

Hell, I'm 36 and collect Star Wars figures and even I knew that song...

I thought he did a pretty good job of it. When Seacrest mentioned it on the way to the commercial break I thought it was a great song for him to do.

Solemistic... that review was awful. Sanjaya and AJ top five? are you kidding? And there is no way Brandon will go home, he is too cute and modest.

Technically speaking, I think Sanjaya gave the best pure vocal performance last night. He hit every note spot-on. The problem is that his delivery was weak (I mentioned to my wife that he sounded like he was whispering, and then Simon said the same thing) and his stage presence was nonexistent, and made worse by his outfit.

Speaking of which, I thought it was interesting that Sanjaya got called out for his outfit, then Simon turned around and told Nick Pedro he should have dressed the part. Perhaps the two of them should have switched clothes...

oof. no.

I beg to differ. Well, not beg. He's not worth THAT. But he was in tune the entire performance, which is something that can't be said for most of them. It's just that his performance and delivery sucked eggs.

Gold.

The problem was there was no range at all in the song and he sang it in almost a whisper. I could hit every note singing "Twinkle-Twinkle little star" in a whisper voice right now - that doesn't mean I would be any good for American idol.

I think you have to grade the delivery and the challenge of the song (as well an interest/compelling factor). With that in mind, I would go:

1. Blake Lewis - the only really compelling performer for the men. He always chooses challenging songs and is original. On voice, he's probably 4th - but he's top on the total package.
2. Chris Richardson - Tough song with a ton of range. Pulled it off.
3. Sundance Head - Showed the best voice (power and range) but still lacks something.
4. Chris Sligh - Most likeable and was on key in a somewhat rangy song.
5. Phil Stacy - John Waite is tough to sing and he did OK.
6. Nick Pedro - I like the crooner style and he picked a good song, but he lacks the talent to land in the top 5.
7. A.J. Tabaldo - Solid performance, but as Simon would say "Very forgettable".
8. Brandon Rogers - Has a good voice but chose a horrible song. Hope he makes it through, though, as I think he can get better and be a factor.
9. Jared Cotter - Even more forgettable than AJ and Ive struggled to even remember his song after the first two weeks. While he's not awful, he has no upside (or interest) so I'd rather just see him go.
14. Sanjaya Malakar - Atleast he's not forgettable ;) For those giving him credit, it's akin to giving an Olympic gymnast a high mark for doing a solid technical handstand when everyone else is flipping around. There was no difficulty in his song and he lacked even a shred of stage presence. If you are going to sing a song that needs personality to even count, atleast give a little stage presence and get the crowd going (like Nick did). He can't win, is almost unwatchable and I can't think of one reason to keep him on the show (outside of the train wreck effect).

No.

Oh, I'm not saying he was any good, I'm just saying I didn't hear a ton of off-key notes like many of the others. Including Chris Richardson, who you rated #2. I thought he was terrible. I kept wincing throughout the entire performance. With Sanjaya, his vocals were the least of his problems. His delivery of his vocals was terrible, and his performance was lackluster and unispiring, and he looked ridiculous in those clothes, but it wasn't off-key vocals that made me wince. It was just everything else about him.

I winced at least twice to out-of-tune notes. My memory tells me he was sharp both times, which can be overlooked by some people. When somone misses flat, it is much more noticeable.

One of my top 5 songs of that year. I thought Blake did a very good job with it and he has vaulted to my favored singer of the guys. I still like Chris Sligh as well. All of the rest are just blah, although Sundance showed a lot of improvement this week.