American Idol

By Niki Tschirgi So what does this new season of American Idol mean?  It means that people like Jason Castro, Michael Johns, Brooke White, David Cook, and David Archuleta will be what we demand to see in the future.  Gone are the “old” ways of the show.  We’re tired of seeing the same “types” of singers each tim...

By Niki Tschirgi Then it was time for one of my favorites Amanda Overmyer.  Hooray for the rock and roll nurse.  Well, she was certainly memorable in her performance.  I think that was the hardest rock we’ve seen on the show to date  Randy loved her trousers and he liked Amanda.  Paula loved everything about her....

By Niki Tschirgi Then there was David Hernandez, Colton Berry, Garrett Haley, Jason Yeager, Luke Menard, and Chikezie Ezi.  Sorry guys, I think you will be going home over the next 3 weeks. First to go will be Luke Menard and Chikezie Ezi though or quite possibly Jason Yeager.

By Niki Tschirgi I can’t wait until next week.  It’s hard to pick so early on who is going to do well and who will not.  We’ve seen in past seasons some that were so good in auditions just blow it with song choice and nerves when they hit the live show.  But, I would have to say I have my eye on David Archuleta, Michael J...

By Niki Tschirgi After Syesha came the Australian Michael Johns and he picked “Bohemian Rhapsody” to sing.  That was brave.  Was that the right song choice for him?  Immediately I thought of Constantine.  Well, he did really, really well and Randy was totally a fan and Simon thought it was the best audition o...

By Niki Tschirgi Well, Atlanta was ripe with talent and for sure some Top 12 contenders.  There was 18 year old A’siah who lost her dad just two days before her audition, Alexandrea with the soulful voice, Amanda the Rock-and-Roll nurse, and finally Josiah Leming with his British accent.  Hey, even the ditz...