Archive through August 21, 2002
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Archive through August 21, 2002
Webkitty | Tuesday, August 20, 2002 - 07:08 pm     Please help me out here guys! I need to be sure of who I am voing for tonight on the phone! Tamyra - 01 Nikki - 02 Kelly - 03 Justin - 04 IS THIS CORRECT?????????????????????? |
Ariasmum | Tuesday, August 20, 2002 - 07:13 pm     I think so. That's the order they sang in. |
Lvhawaii | Tuesday, August 20, 2002 - 07:14 pm     Hi everyone, I am putting this post here because you all are talking about tonite's show (which has not aired yet in CA).. The producers of AI have said today that they CAN decide the winner of the show if the phones malfunction and are not able to determine a winner from America voting. The producers said that it is in the contract of all the contestants. Why didnt the American public know this from the beginning? I mentioned a few weeks ago that I hope the show is not rigged, as AJ hinted that it might be when he was kicked off the show. The fact that they have admitted that they CAN do this frightens me. I am not saying they have done anything wrong but just knowing that they can make the final decision is not comforting. |
Webkitty | Tuesday, August 20, 2002 - 07:25 pm     Lvhawaii, thanks for posting that but don't be "frightened" LOL!! (unless you have a vested interest in one of the contestants, that is) I am having fun with show and am happy for ALL these kids that have had an opportunity to show their stuff, no matter who wins. Now go vote for your favorite and ~don't worry, be happy~  |
Labpuppy | Tuesday, August 20, 2002 - 07:57 pm     Webkitty, are you still doing the thing where you call each of the numbers and then tell us who was the easiest to get through to? About tonight's show: In Justin's last song, I measured the singing time. For the 90 seconds that each song lasts, he sang for the first 41 seconds, then swiveled and said nyah, nyah, for 38 seconds, then sang (in his own fashion) for the final 19 seconds. I Just think that it's interesting, where each of the women sing their hearts out the entire time, that the probable favorite figures that he's better off allowing 40% of his time spent gyrating. I think Tamayra got off track in the opening number trying so hard to induce the audience to sing along. It seemed to affect her concentration for the rest of the number. I agree with Webkitty's comments regarding Nikki: she missed a lot of notes, and was about a half beat off; I think the judges tried to say positive things about her since they were so negative last week, and she still made it. |
Webkitty | Tuesday, August 20, 2002 - 08:06 pm     Labpuppy, I haven't even logged off here yet since the show started. I'm on webtv so I can't use the phone WHILE I'm online. So I can't give anyone a sense of which contestants line was freed up first. A side note: I taped the show, and "just" listened to it because the tv with the vcr is in the other room. Nikki actually sounded better just listening. (on both songs) Go figure. On the other hand, Justin's second song sounded dreadful, just on pure vocals. I AM logging off now for the night. Going to go re-dial as I watch TV. Good night everyone!  |
Lvhawaii | Tuesday, August 20, 2002 - 08:37 pm     HI Webkitty, Thanks for the reply. Trust me, I am not worried about the outcome. My only point was that if the American public does not have any say so about who wins, then why vote?? As I said, hopefully our votes and phone calls do count. Since I, like everyone else, have my favorites. Have a good nite |
Car54 | Tuesday, August 20, 2002 - 09:13 pm     I didn't see the whole story but Fox news tonight had a piece on someone using computer dialing to tie up and skew the phone lines on this show. |
Ladytex | Tuesday, August 20, 2002 - 09:36 pm     Tonight is going to be a tough one. Tamyra really didn't impress me tonight. I was disappointed as she's one of my favorites. As soon as she started singing the first song, I told my daughter, "she's bold, no one can sing Patty, but Patty". Her second song was much, much better, but still not as good as usual. Kelly's choice of first song was surprising to me, too. It sounded like she forgot some words, but in the original song, there are two women singing and some of the words overlap, so she could not really do both parts. She did a pretty good job, though. But she sang that last song, yes she did, I love her voice. Nikki was good tonight. She seemed to pick the right kinds of songs for her voice for a change. I'm not a Nikki fan, as those of y'all that go to the execution poll know, but tonight she was pretty good. I don't like Justin, so I will not say anything about his pseudo Michael Jackson performance (yuk). I would almost have to pick Justin or Tamyra to leave on just tonights performances. *sigh* |
Muse | Tuesday, August 20, 2002 - 09:55 pm     My review: Tamyra - I think this was her worst night ever. Major vocal strain. I'm not a big fan of the contestants heavily relying on backup vocals, since they're only up there for a minute and a half - I want to hear *them* sing, and I want to hear them clearly. I really didn't like her first song. The second one was okay. Nikki - Obviously in her element in terms of the songs she could sing. And she didn't seem to have the strained voice that Tamyra and Kelly (and to a lesser extent, Justin) had. She also seemed to be enjoying herself. She had a few problems, like going flat on a lot of notes, but I think this was one of her better nights. If I was judging purely on tonight alone, I would want her to stay. But overall she's just not as good as the other three, so I hope she doesn't. Kelly - Didn't like the first song (too cheesy for me, and I just wasn't impressed with the performance for some reason). Really liked the second (good song choice - something a bit different for her), although her voice is getting a bit rough. She also seemed tired, but I still liked her. Justin - I thought "Get Here" was the best performance of the night. It showed off his voice quite well. But I didn't care for the Jackson song at all. Why did he choose *that* song? I get that he wanted to pick something upbeat and fun (nice contrast to the first song, and he typically has plenty of energy onstage), but it seems like he could've picked something better. Like Tamyra's "New Attitude", it didn't do anything for him. |
Kitt | Tuesday, August 20, 2002 - 10:15 pm     I didn't like Tamyra's first song at all, it just wasn't right for her, her second performance was excellent. I liked both Nikki songs, I'm more or less tone deaf so I can't say if they were off key, but they didn't hurt my ears this time! I didn't like the first Kelly song, I don't like it when she does that growly bit, it sounds very false on her. The second song was good, but not as good as Tamyra's. First Justin song was great, second wasn't great. I loved his performance though, he really looks like he knows what he's doing. I fear Justin will go. Nikki was good tonight. Shame really, I'd have liked T, K and J to be the final three. |
Tvgeek | Wednesday, August 21, 2002 - 08:24 am     During Tamyra's performance, it seemed her microphone was up too loud. It sounded almost like karaoke. Not a great night for her. Justin should have switched the order of his songs. Leave the audience with the stronger performance (Get Here). I liked Nikki's "Mary Jane", but my husband kept saying how much better the original (Alanis Morrisette) was. I went and listened to the original version, and Nikki's paled greatly in comparision. I wouldn't have realized Alanis had that much range and strength in her voice had I not heard Nikki struggle through it. Too bad. Kelly was great, but she seemed under the weather (sorry for the pun :P) Maybe more than just laryngitis? Her color was bad, very pale. |
Djgirl5235 | Wednesday, August 21, 2002 - 09:13 am     As I'm a singer myself, I could tell from the opening bars of both Kelly's and Tamyra's songs that they were struggling with laryngitis. It's a very difficult thing to perform with, having had to do it a couple of times myself. The thing with performing and performance exhaustion is that it hits you where you're most vulnerable. For a singer - it's ALWAYS in the throat. I thought Kelly did MUCH better than Tamyra did tonight, especially with Surrender - a very difficult piece. I'm not even commenting on Justin's performances as we've seen Get Here twice already from him. Nikki was bang on tonight for her songs, and I really hope against hope that it's Justin that goes tonight. He's been relying too much on his looks and stage presence to get him through, whereas Nikki's been struggling to get through the entire time. I would be very pleased if she could get through just one more week. |
Brenda1966 | Wednesday, August 21, 2002 - 11:41 am     Very interesting night. If I had to vote base on just those performances, Justin or Tamyra would be going home and Nikki would have been my favorite. I thought Tamyra's first song stunk. Why does someone with such a great voice have so many background vocals? She may have been trying to show another side, but it didn't work. Kelly's first song is just too cheesy. Her second song was amazing. Nikki nailed both of her songs. They were perfect for her. And as much as I think it should be her going home tonight (based on past performances), I wouldn't be surprised if she sticks around. Justin's first song was really good (but boo on him if it's one that he keeps doing over and over). His second song (called PYT - Pretty Young Thing) was awful. When he's squatting with his knees 8 miles apart -- is this supposed to be sexy? I think he looks rediculous. That second song was a blatant attempt to use his "charm" and good looks and sex appeal to win votes, rather than using his voice. |
Moondance | Wednesday, August 21, 2002 - 12:36 pm     MsKitty... thanks once again! |
Yuhuru | Wednesday, August 21, 2002 - 04:19 pm     It was off night for all of them to me. Kelly did well on her first song (although I was confsued regarding if she sang the right words or not). I thought her 1st song was better than Tamyra's. On the secong song, I though Tamyra was better than Kelly. Kelly was off key on some of the high notes. All in all I thought these two tied for first. Now on to Nikki. I didn;t like Nikki because even though these songs were more suited for her. She didn't sing them well IMO. I'm with you Webkitty, I wasn't on the same wavelength as the judges. I feel a little sorry for Tamyra and Kelly. they are really pushing themselves vocally, but it could be to their detriment because you have Justin and Nikki that sound so fresh, but because they're not really taking risks or singing difficult songs IMO. I've got bad vibes about tonight. I think Tamyra may be gone. Don't ask me why. |
Ketchuplover | Wednesday, August 21, 2002 - 05:30 pm     Why? |
Pamy | Wednesday, August 21, 2002 - 06:58 pm     Does anyone know who lost tonite??
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Ketchuplover | Wednesday, August 21, 2002 - 07:02 pm     America lost tonight |
Lawyerman | Wednesday, August 21, 2002 - 07:04 pm     Your jaw will drop - absolutely stunning ending. |
Lvhawaii | Wednesday, August 21, 2002 - 07:04 pm     ok......who |
Wilsonatmd | Wednesday, August 21, 2002 - 07:05 pm     Tamyra is out....everyone is shocked on a lot of other boards. Kelly might be in the finals with an average week, rumor is the theme is "country"...perfect for a Texas gal. If Nikki doesn't go next week.... |
Yuhuru | Wednesday, August 21, 2002 - 07:06 pm     It must be my pregnancy intuition. I'm not happy...at all. |
Pamy | Wednesday, August 21, 2002 - 07:08 pm     WOW!!! I AM shocked!! I thought Justin might go, but never Tamyra! I bet the judges are shocked Nicci is still in!
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Blinky | Wednesday, August 21, 2002 - 07:31 pm     Can't believe I missed it ! I decided to record BB so I didn't lose track of time...PLAN DIDN'T WORK. I am shocked Tamyra is out! How did she react? Who was up with her? I bet the judges were blown away! |
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