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Mizinvanccouver
Member
02-22-2003
| Wednesday, February 20, 2008 - 12:08 pm
I can't say about the voice yet because I've only heard him sing the one song.
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Naja
Member
06-28-2003
| Wednesday, February 20, 2008 - 12:10 pm
I actually think Danny was trying too hard to be someone else and hide his real self. According to his published photos and myspace, in real life he is a very flamboyant gay teenager. That doesn't roll too well on AI, as shown with past rejected contestants from other seasons. He let a moment or two of it slip out...like when he did the neck wiggle thing while sassing Simon. eta: just to be clear, it's the flamboyancy the judges seem to dislike during auditions. I'm pretty sure they couldn't care less what someone's sexual orientation is.
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Carmenv
Member
04-14-2006
| Wednesday, February 20, 2008 - 12:17 pm
Well...I know that Danny himself mentioned the he tried to be what he THOUGHT the judges wanted last season and it got him cut on the first day of Hollywood. This time, he said he was going to be himself, so if he is STILL trying to be someone else...well...I guess I'm just not sure what he is going for! ;-) I like him, though, and think he has a great voice. I was actually impressed that other than the slight bit of sassing at the end, with the gay head snap thing, he didn't really talk back to the judges when they went on the diatribe over his performance. Anyway, I think he is a lock for the top twelve, personally.
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Kitt
Member
09-06-2000
| Wednesday, February 20, 2008 - 12:19 pm
How many are we getting rid of this week? Two guys and two girls?
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Naja
Member
06-28-2003
| Wednesday, February 20, 2008 - 12:21 pm
Yep, 2 boys and 2 girls gone every week until we have the top 12.
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Carmenv
Member
04-14-2006
| Wednesday, February 20, 2008 - 12:21 pm
Yes, Kitt. Three weeks of four people each week (2 guys, 2 girls) eliminated to get the Top 12.
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Sharinia
Member
09-07-2002
| Wednesday, February 20, 2008 - 12:29 pm
I threw Danny a couple of votes after Simon's absurd literal Elvis comparison. Altho he's not one of my faves (maybe not even in my top 10) I think he has real talent. Simon's 'you've got the it factor' mantra is starting to grate on me. Although I can see and agree with his pov, if someone really has 'it,' it doesn't need to be said .... we can all see it. Is this what he gets paid the big bucks for??
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Roxip
Member
01-29-2004
| Wednesday, February 20, 2008 - 12:31 pm
OHMYGOSH Naja! I said the same thing to my DD about Jason Castro reminding me of a young John Travolta (she's 10 and she thinks John Travolta is the best looking man ever...have I taught that girl well or what!). I think it is his coloring plus the sweetness of his smile and features. I didn't like Danny Noriega or his attitude. I thought he was sulky and petulant...and I couldn't stand the way he stuck out his lips like a little kid who wasn't getting his way. IMO he was almost acting like a stereotype of a gay boy. I don't particularly care about his sexuality but I doubt that it will play well on national television. But he certainly is very pretty. And he can sing, but last night he was more about his "act" than he was the song.
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Kitt
Member
09-06-2000
| Wednesday, February 20, 2008 - 12:34 pm
Thanks .
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Naja
Member
06-28-2003
| Wednesday, February 20, 2008 - 12:42 pm
FWIW, VFTW has chosen Danny as their first candidate this year.
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Mocha
Member
08-12-2001
| Wednesday, February 20, 2008 - 1:21 pm
Is Danny the one who won Star Search?? ed'd Nevermind that was David.
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Supergranny
Member
02-03-2005
| Wednesday, February 20, 2008 - 1:27 pm
http://www.dialidol.com/asp/predictions/predictions.asp showing David A in lead...Garrett last.
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Carmenv
Member
04-14-2006
| Wednesday, February 20, 2008 - 1:42 pm
That is exactly it, Roxip! I wish he would concentrate less on his "act" and just SING! Because he does have a fabulous voice. It will be interesting to see how and what he does if he makes it to next week.
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Allietex
Member
08-16-2002
| Wednesday, February 20, 2008 - 1:43 pm
Wow, the three I picked to be the one that were the most likely to go are right on the bottom. Wonder if that will hold up to the actual elimianation.
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Sharinia
Member
09-07-2002
| Wednesday, February 20, 2008 - 5:30 pm
How can David Cook be near the bottom?? His voice is so cool, and he's so original.
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Jimmer
Moderator
08-30-2000
| Wednesday, February 20, 2008 - 5:34 pm
It's really tough in these early rounds. Being dull is a problem. Being too original is a problem. It's finding that in-between.
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Lexie_girl
Member
07-30-2004
| Wednesday, February 20, 2008 - 5:42 pm
If they don't get rid of Danny Noriega within the next three weeks, the judges are going to have another Sanjaya situation on their hands.
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Stacey718995
Member
07-06-2007
| Wednesday, February 20, 2008 - 6:19 pm
Anyone watching now? Apparently a bunch of girls are sick flu/bronchitis etc. I haven't been blown away by first 2 but I haven't hated them either
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Herckleperckle
Member
11-20-2003
| Wednesday, February 20, 2008 - 6:37 pm
Hi, Stacey! Feeling sorry for the flu-struck. That third girl (even at 16, it's clear she is not loaded in the brains dept) was terrific! I was shocked at the nuance in her voice.
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Stacey718995
Member
07-06-2007
| Wednesday, February 20, 2008 - 6:40 pm
lol she was dingy but cute and she has a voice, she will be in the final 6 I am thinking This rocker chick, Amanda, though I didn't like her song choice I really like her a lot, she was good. Feeling sorry for the sick ones too, glad to see someone watching!
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Herckleperckle
Member
11-20-2003
| Wednesday, February 20, 2008 - 6:44 pm
I didn't see a lot of the auditions, but do remember Amanda. I like her style, cuz I am a Janis Joplin fan, but thought her singing was enjoyable but paled in comparison. (Probably unfair to set up that comparison, admittedly.)
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Herckleperckle
Member
11-20-2003
| Wednesday, February 20, 2008 - 6:48 pm
Connie Francis song? Yikes. This very sweet and pretty gal, Amy, is just not hitting all the notes.
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Stacey718995
Member
07-06-2007
| Wednesday, February 20, 2008 - 6:50 pm
Yeah this girl was unbelievable with Me and Bobby McGee song in auditions but you would not know it here, this was a way wrong song choice for her. I wonder if she is one of the sick ones? At this point I would say she is in danger
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Stacey718995
Member
07-06-2007
| Wednesday, February 20, 2008 - 6:51 pm
Oh I hope that Brooke does well, I LOVED her in auditions
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Herckleperckle
Member
11-20-2003
| Wednesday, February 20, 2008 - 6:53 pm
Brooke is just a bit above okay. Very pretty and I liked her personality.
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