I'm loving the DC pimpage tonight. Saw him a bit in the beginning...interviewed his mom...played the extended commercial....awesome!

I bet this is surreal for him to watch. It's like....."oh there's my picture in the backdrop...oh wait...there's my commercial and there's my mom and step-dad" I bet it's still crazy for him to see all this.

Oh does anyone else find themselves randomly distracted by Cookie in the backdrop? lol

All. The. Time.

I liked the widowed music teacher and the girl who was a caregiver to her grandmother. There were a few others that weren't bad but these are the only ones that stood out for me so far.

i think im a little biast but i like castros bro. he is pretty hott 2

Haha I know I do sometimes I'm not even listening to them just looking to see if I can see his pic or have already been distracted by it All the DC pimpage is such a reason to watch!

Wow, lots of good DC footage tonight, makes it worth watching!
Some of these aren't too bad, including Jason's brother.

that lilly girl was amazing! but i still love micheal castro

did anyone notice there are alot of more younger kids trying out after last year?

and is salt lake city and the others in the same epsoide?

Not randomly, obsessively.
Especially with what little was competing for my attention.

I am sad because I feel that this season will not compare with lasts in any way.
Looking forward to the David Cook segments tonight.
Sometimes its rough being on the West Coast.
Gosh diddly.

What extended commercial is shown? and when?

Michael Castro was really cute! I was amazed at how nearly identical Michael and Jason's speaking voices are, but their singing voices were so different. But Michael had so many of Jason's mannerisms, and their little "argument" over the "girly" remark was hysterical! I think, though, Michael lacks experience and that'll show in Hollywood, not that Jason had much experience either.

And the guy who lost his wife, I think his name was Danny, had me in tears! I liked the last girl, Lil Rounds. I thought she was good and was so modest.

They do seem to be focusing more on the good singers instead of the trainwrecks, and there have been some talented singers, but no one has really stood out to me yet. Although I've been too spoiled by David Cook -- I don't think anyone is ever going to stand out as much as he did.

And I looooooved all the Cookie pimping tonight. It was so funny when Ryan was standing on the street corner talking about whatever it was he was talking about, my eye immediately went to the people coming across the street and I was thinking, that looks like David's mother! And I'm so glad they showed the extended David promo, now that I have a DVD recorder and can save it

But, whoa, that place they were holding the auditions looked like a dump. There was cracked plaster on the walls and the corner where they were interviewing some of the contestants looked filthy, and even the way they had the audition "room" set up looked cheap. Don't they usually hold the auditions in a classy hotel? It looked like they were holding the KC ones in an old abandoned store front in a not so nice part of town. Seemed a bit odd.

And, yeah, couldn't help but constantly stare at David on the backdrop, and I love seeing his face now in the opening!

I thought the same thing


All the time, it's an awesome distraction from how bad some of them are! And this is the first time I saw the commercial on the big screen, nice!



I liked a lot more people tonight than last night. I actually liked Michael Castro, the widower (Danny?) and the tornado lady (Lil?). A few others were pretty good too.

Salt Lake City probably has its own episode. I predict major Archie pimpage whatever night that is..... (duh!)



David's commercial for American Idol where they replay his year backward while he's laying on his bed...

As for Kara, she's not so bad. My kids are divided -- my son says "I like her -- she's pretty" My daughter says "I don't like her -- she's annoying" She doesn't like change in tradition, and to her it's always been SimonRandyPaula... we'll see.

I think I like Kara so far. She's not as stuck up as I thought she might be, and she seems to know her stuff. But I think she's drowning Paula out a bit. She doesn't seem to be getting in as much commentary as she usually does. But we're only two shows in, we'll have to see how things continue to go.

Searched on youtube but the videos have been deleted.

Damn I guess I have to stick to watching it on TV then. I'm still watching the 1st hour of the 2nd episode.
Sucks living in Hong Kong.

ETA: I found the link where you can watch full episodes.
I kind of like Kara. She's better than I expected. Oh and, Michael Casto

Idol premieres tonight in the UK. I couldn't help but spoil it all for myself by reading through the latest posts in this thread, though.

Oooh Ally..careful! That site is FILLED with spyware and stuff.
I usually just download the episodes on tvfreeload.com/forum - you have to register though..it's free

Oh my, thanks for the warning, widz! By the way, I LOVE your new siggy!

Haha lol. That's just a screencap of the AI theme clip

I know I just love the fact that I can see David next to the previous Idol winners, especally Jordin, Kelly and Carrie. Those four are my faves.

I too heart Kara!

I too hope Michael can make it as big as brother Jason!

I loved seeing Jason's brother audition. He was too adorable!!!
Last night's she was really good I thought.
I loved when Ryan was talking on the street and then DC's mom and stepdad showed up! That was too cute!

Great show! Can't wait for next week now!

On a different note, here's a sum-up of the season premiere:

1. Those bits of DC montages and the usage of A Daily AntheM - that's pure love! I felt like singing along to the song.

2. Kara's debut as the 4th judge - she's doing a fine job as one, and I'm already liking her. The idea of adding in the 4th judge is a good one, especially with Kara as the choice.

3. Most of the hopefuls featured are less than impressive, and even more so with the rejects. Too much screen-time given to them, to say the least. There was this one other reject who reminded me of a xerox machine, which I mentioned in another thread in the Off-Topic forum.

4. Scott McIntyre left a deep impression on me. His back-story is touching, and his audition is double of that. I just hope that if he made it to the top 24 (or so), the voting public will vote him for his talent, and not for other agendas. But then again, it's too early to tell.

5. I don't mean to be rude, but Simon is SUCH an asshat, with him posing those questions to the hopefuls. Is he trying to define the perception that Americans are dumb? Simon, you are one yourself and that is so totally uncalled for.

6. Lastly, what's up with the PK competition between Kara and Katrina aka Bikini Girl? The latter may have scored herself a golden ticket, but she ain't gonna be on Kara's fave contestant list anytime soon.

And now for today's episode:

1. At the moment, my current fave is Michael Castro, but only because he is Jason's brother. But I must admit, he's got quite a good set of vocals like his brother. Also, I hope he can surpass his brother in more ways than one, which includes sounding more versatile. That is, if he makes it to the final 24/30.

2. It was so sweet of Jason to be there to show support for Michael. Ah! Sibling bonding is a rare gem these days.

3. And as always, most of the audition clips are horrendous, especially with the one where one hopeful actually did a Michael Jackson style of When You Say Nothing At All! Yet again, I cringed. Sure, it's all about redoing song arrangements and making it your own, but that one sure was OTT (over the top)

4. Seriously, what's up with the medley of Signed Sealed Delivered? I ain't too sure if that one is in any way helpful in terms of entertainment value though.

5. That's about all I will say, for now. I'm so looking forward to the next episode!!


All the time - for me. LOL!

Thank you for the wonderful recap Seth!!

No problem Rheanne! You're welcomed! Glad I was able to help you catch up on what you've missed out!

Oh does anyone else find themselves randomly distracted by Cookie in the backdrop? lol
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Yes *heart thumping*

I did like the music teacher - what a cutie! And you've got to love Michael Castro - I like his voice but I think he'll have to prove he's his own person, not a copy of either Jason or of DC.

Did anyone else wonder about some of the people who got yesses?

I wondered about many of the people that they let go through to Hollywood. They've given out a combined 54 golden tickets so far and only a handful of them have left any impression on me at all.

I saw some promising talent over the last two nights, and I know it's too early to judge anything, but to me everyone looks like a bridesmaid compared to the magnificent bride we crowned last year. Still it is a fun show to watch, and you never know who will emerge I guess, but I doubt I will be nearly as excited as I was--and still am--over the REAL Idol.

I agree that there are a few worth watching in this new season. I'm curious to see how Castro's brother does on the show. Interesting dude. I really thought that Danny (guy who lost his wife) had potential.

I also agree that it is distracting to see David's picture behind the people auditioning. I don't mind being distracted, though. It is so cool to see him with the past winners.

Should be an interesting season.

Jeannine

I haven't developed a keen interest in anybody yet... but there are at least a few I liked and remember...but not their names. I liked the girl Simon told to "grow teeth", I liked the visually impaired guy; the guy who lost his wife and the band director. Is it just me or does everybody kind of sound the same... maybe just a style thing but that sort of crooning style isn't my favorite...

I haven't really seen anyone I really, really like yet. I thought Jason Castro's brother had a pretty good voice. I really liked the guy who lost his wife, he had a nice voice and the band director was good as well. I don't really watch the auditions anymore, I watched them once last year (and that unfortunately wasn't the episode with David's audition), usually because they're not funny anymore. I like how they were focusing on more of the good singers a little more than they usually do.

I have to admit, though, I really only wanted to watch the auditions to see David's face added to the backdrop behind everyone...

I have to agree that I'm not really enjoying the auditions as much - the rolled eyes and laughs from the judges make me cringe - they seem so cruel. May be because I'm so much more emotionally invested now, but that doesn't seem necessary - these kids are putting their souls out there - at least treat them nicely.

So far the only ones who have made an impression on me are Asa(is he the band director?), Scott McIntyre and Danny(the one who lost his wife). But I do agree about david's face on the backdrop. Nice to see it in such a prominent
position.

keria is gerouges! lmao and she tells it to you striaght.
like i read an article and archie was talking about how how she is like simion but not as harsh but says what she means and i like that about her.

I agree with you. Maybe their singing styles will start to differ once they get going. It is hard to tell much in just an audition. I'm not into the style most of them are singing at this point.

Jeannine

ANOOP IS IMPRESIVE THO








THIS ONE REMINDS ME OF ARCHIE

Well so far I'm liking the guys this season. Von Smith in particular who did an over the top version of 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow' has potential but needs to tone it down. Check out this performance of Von Smith before Idol below. Apparently this guy was 'famous' on youtube before AI. He is certainly entertaining .

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=od3sbMeYokI

Damn you David Cook...
You have ruined me for all other AI contestants!!!

^agreed
does anyone wish to relive all of last season without changing a thing rather than watch this new one???
anyone at all? lol!

^ Definitely, let's just relive the amazingness that was season 7. I wasn't even going to watch this season because I'm convinced there's no one who can compare to Cook. I'm watching anyway, of course, mostly to see David come back and perform...

David Cook bits from Episode 1 (Phoenix auditions):
http://www.zshare.net/download/54176901cd0c3479/
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David Cook bits from Episode 2 (Kansas City):
http://www.zshare.net/video/541992326908d59c/

Each clip contains all the Cookie crumbs available in that specific episode. I cut them myself from a HDTV clip of the episodes..

You can either download the video or stream it online..

Enjoy!

since im a archie fan, i am alittle upset about how they should the girl crying like that.
i mean i think that video is harlious but idk.

btw those screen caps are amazing!
thanks widz!

You're welcome..

I'm a bit tired of them showing that vid again on TV (they first showed it on Ellen)..but have you seen when Jimmy Kimmel showed it on his show?

They edited it and put David in the clip saying "David Archuleta is so adorable, why would they vote for me ?!" and when the girl said "How could they vote for the loser that doesn't shave"..David said, "I'm right here!" lmao.

Here it is:

omg i love that, thats harlious.
i love it. cook had me laughing really hard. i love him.=]]
hard not to love him

The Jimmy Kimmel clip had me laughing out loud when I first saw it. :)

Anyway, I'm not so thrilled with this season so far. I don't think anyone has really impressed me. There were some good ones, but nobody that could even come close to David. Sadly, I think he's ruined Idol for me. Orignally the combination of his amazingness, the fourth judge (I liked it so much better when it was just Paula, Randy, and Simon!), and various other things made me not really want to watch it. But I'm trying, though all the little bits of David popping up here and there are definately helping :)

Haha..I have to agree with that

OMG just noticed your siggy!

lmao, if you dont love cook you got problems =]].
well if you do love him you got problems also but those are more odd problems.
lmao.

haha i love the omg about the siggy.
hahha, he was at hard rock cafe and they put the sound track on but it wasnt his song so he jst started dancing.
is prob some where on youtube.


i cant belivie i had school today is was like 5 degrees out.

lmao i was sending the jimmy kemmel thing to my friends.

Umm, the link for the segment of episode one isn't working for me. Does anyone have this?

Uh yeah, we just did, on Fox Reality channel, watched the whole season 7 straight through



This vid was hysterical, even hubby got a kick out of it (and he just rolls his eyes at anything Cook). So obviously they must have filmed David ahead of time, he's such a good sport to do that -- and a good actor, too!

Looks like most of us are on the same page...The only one who has stuck in my mind so far is Danny...and I, too, find my eyes wandering away from the contestants, to that beautiful image behind them!!

I'm glad that they chose to show more of the "good" talent in KC than the not so good. I am anxiously awaiting the Hollywood week shows!

ANOOP FTW!
He intrigued me since I saw his audition, so I did a little searching and OMG -- fantastic!
Check out videos on the tube from his past group "Clef Hangers" @ UNC. He was also their president.
http://www.youtube.com/user/clefhangerfan

^I LOVE ANOOP, TOO! OMG!

Seriously though, he's good! and he's smart! and he's witty!

and his solo songs with Clef Hangers are amazing!