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Jan

Thursday, May 29, 2003 - 06:46 am EditMoveDeleteIP
yes Tex, everyone who watched it seems to really like it...but it does not seem to be generating the buzz on the morning talk shows and everywhere else that AI did. I hope the "buzz" picks up and that the ratings are good so it doesn't get dumped like other shows have been.

Demeter

Thursday, May 29, 2003 - 06:59 am EditMoveDeleteIP
CNN just did a piece about the summer reality shows and covered Fame in a positive light.

They described it as a reality show about reality with the twist being that it is a reality show based on a tv show that was based on a stage show that was based on reality of the New York School of Performing Arts (or whatever it is called).

Loved this production last night!

Marysafan

Thursday, May 29, 2003 - 07:18 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Loved the show. Cynical hubby even had a few good things to say about it. It sure is going to be tough to whittle down this lot. VERY talented folks. I hated to see the losers leave...I was already getting attached!

Fishydu

Thursday, May 29, 2003 - 07:56 am EditMoveDeleteIP
I thought the show was terrific; just when I thought I'd be missing AI!
I do miss Simon though.

Beachcomber88

Thursday, May 29, 2003 - 09:43 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Just read through this thread again,

Shakin and Sweetbabygirl, I think Shannon (the first girl) looks more like Shakira than Britney. I think it has to do with the hair. Either way, I thought she was electric.

I agree with those who like this better than AI. Definitely involves much more talent and being well-rounded. At least we won't have the discussions about how Clay can't dance and Ruben just jiggles. I'd venture to say that most of these performers have more stage presence than any of the AI finalists with the exception of perhaps Trenyce.

Seamonkey, perhaps the DJ will be involved in publicity and getting the record played? I still am not a fan of Jo-Jo. I think he's a useless personality here in LA (he even did the weather report on tv one time...THE WEATHER?!). I think he's even more useless as a judge on the show. Even copied Paula's often-used "You made it your own" phrase. I just cringed when he said that.

Marymc

Thursday, May 29, 2003 - 10:15 am EditMoveDeleteIP
GO HARLEMM! i LOVED that lil guy! here's to keeping physical stereotypes in the garbage, where they belong.....

Shakin4aiken

Thursday, May 29, 2003 - 10:17 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Hi Beach, In the beginning during the auditions before she curled her hair and when she was wearing that cap she looked a lot like Brittney. When she did her solo with the curled hair I agree she looked kinda like Shakira.

Seamonkey

Thursday, May 29, 2003 - 10:43 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Beach, I'm with you on Jo-Jo.. never heard of him, just don't get much radio time these days.

I definitely thought he and Carnie both used way too many "Paulaisms".

Anyway, I think this is a "keeper" and certainly hope NBC rolls with it :)

Maryk

Thursday, May 29, 2003 - 10:49 am EditMoveDeleteIP
I really liked this show! The 1st production number was really good. I hope NBC keeps this show to its completion.

Fluff

Thursday, May 29, 2003 - 10:54 am EditMoveDeleteIP
I think this show is awful. Too corny, rushed, unorganized, and I think Debbie just wants fame more than the rest of those kids (sorry Debbie fans).

Brenda1966

Thursday, May 29, 2003 - 11:51 am EditMoveDeleteIP
As an uncoordinated amateur dancer, I am loving the dance numbers!

I was happy that the two guys moved on, but the girl just didn't do it for me. I thought she was shouting a lot and sounded karaoke. I knew they'd keep her for the sex appeal. I would have kept the brunette who sang the broadway song. She had a beautiful voice.

Bananaclip

Thursday, May 29, 2003 - 01:10 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Fluff, I agree with the corny part. I'll still tune in though. Am I the only one that didn't like it as much as AI?

Shakin4aiken

Thursday, May 29, 2003 - 01:37 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
I definately do not like it as much as AI but until there is something else better I will watch it to get my fix...

Tatyana

Thursday, May 29, 2003 - 01:52 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
No bananaclip, I also didn't like it as much as AI but it was okay. I found the only time I watched it was the opening and closing dance numbers, the rest my back was to the tv but I could hear it.

They are good, but they are getting a lot more help than the AI kids do. I think the AI group did quite well with the little help they do get, they do have to mostly pick their own songs, clothing, etc. May get some suggestions but I doubt they get the kind of help Debbie gives to these guys.

Anyway loved the dancing.

Maris

Thursday, May 29, 2003 - 03:08 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
I dont think we can know if it is as good as AI until we start weeding out the semifinalists. AI got better as we got closer to the final three/four and were looking at real talent.

It is hard to say one show is better than the other when we havent had a good look at the talent yet. So far I am not impressed with the judging. Carnie Wilson seems to be the only one who will tell it like it is.

Jhezzie

Thursday, May 29, 2003 - 03:24 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
So far, I like it. It seems to have the same spirit of the movie and show, and I loved the fact that they are actually auditioning like it's a Broadway show. I thought the first show was a bit long, but will be better in an hour format. I agree that the judging was a bit sugar-coated. No one needs to be Simon, whom I love dearly, but be honest! On a side note, hopefully Carnie, after watching the show, will make sure her next outfits don't sheer out under the lights, lol.:)

Jedisan

Thursday, May 29, 2003 - 03:59 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Here, here, Jhezzie!

Pamy

Thursday, May 29, 2003 - 06:12 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
I loved this show! I thought Debbie was so sweet to all the kids, what a great lady!

Babyjaxmom

Thursday, May 29, 2003 - 06:38 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
I just watched the tape of last night's show, and I have to say I am very favorably impressed. For those who are saying these contestants can't compare to the final three on AI, remember that those final three had been working for several weeks. We watched K-Lo unfold from a shy caterpillar to a beautiful butterfly during those weeks! I can't wait to see what these kids are going to look like when they get to the finals.

I think these kids have WAY more talent than the ones on AI--at least at this level. They have to do more than just stand there and sing well. I was tapping my toes and wishing I could dance, too!
Anyone else notice that some of the kids in the opening number seemed to "step on" the person before them, kind of jumping in with their intro before the one before them was really finished? I think it may have something to do with their only supposed to take so many beats to do their intro and some may have gone over, so the one behind them jumped on in. At first I felt a little sorry for the ones that got cut off, but then I realized they were probably over their time allotment and taking up the next person's time. Great intro, though.

I can't wait till they get down to the finals and I can start telling them apart. :)

Gracieo

Thursday, May 29, 2003 - 09:10 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Nice to know I've got someplace to go now that AI is gone (for now) :(. Anyway, I, too, am thrilled with these talented kids. I love dance, and these performers are the real deal. I'm making it my new must-watch...I don't spend a lot of time in front of the TV but this is one I gotta see!

Myjohnhenry

Thursday, May 29, 2003 - 09:11 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Fame Finalist Shannon

She was on the local news last night as she is a Portland Trailblazer Dancer so thought I would look her up...and this is what I found. :)

Beachcomber88

Friday, May 30, 2003 - 01:50 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Babyjax, I also think they're much more talented than AI and I noticed the intro gaffes too. I don't think it was really the fault of the person jumping in, but rather that the prior person took too much time. I recall the chunky Asian guy (Raymond?) having to cut in because the guy before him kind of paused before saying his name, so then he ran over his time. Happened one time after that too.

Thanks for the link, Myjohn, on the very cute Shannon. Shakin, I missed the beginning of the show, so I didn't Shannon during the auditions. In the Portland pics, she does bear some resemblance to Britney.

Puttergirl

Saturday, May 31, 2003 - 10:17 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
I've begun the folder for the POLL and posted the rules and points. It begins this week so be sure to go there and post your picks!!

../156/1085347.html?1054445638

Willwillbee

Sunday, June 01, 2003 - 12:04 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Shannon *really* stood out - blowing away the competition in group 1. Even in the group number, "Hi! my name is ..." I could tell she had the IT factor.

Roteach

Sunday, June 01, 2003 - 06:44 am EditMoveDeleteIP
As a person who was addicted to the Fame TV show, I am glad to see this reality show. I am not totally captivated by it yet, but it's only been on once.