Top 6 Power Rankings are rocked! New order.
LAST WEEK’S BLOG:
Hollie did perform much better this week but I still believe she will be the one going home.
Elise probably deserves to go based on her performances, her bizarre sick dog story and the annoying tact of defending herself which only made her look desperate.
That said, it’s still Hollie’s week to go home.
Also, if Joshua is the bottom three after his blow out performances, there is really something wrong with the entire process and everyone involved should be ashamed of themselves.
LAST WEEK’S POST:
Well, after that little bullshit publicity stunt this week at the expense of poor Jessica, we can all get back to the business of eliminating contestants – and next week Hollie will be going home – as was supposed to happen this week.
It is common knowledge that the Judges would use a save at some point because there is one more week needed to fill out the season – and they decided to make it really dramatic.
But they failed miserably because NO ONE BELIEVED IT.
The Producers must have thought this faux elimination of the top singer in the competition would be great for ratings and interest in the show – but it actually pulled back the curtain and showed us how totally fake it all is.
This also allowed Ryan to make the plea to the viewers at home – ‘You have to vote. You can’t just assume that your favorites are safe.’ This brings in more phone calls, more texts, more revenue.
It’s all a joke really. We all know the votes don’t count. They are used as a gauge of popularity but it has always been up to the Producers to decide who stays and who goes home.
“America” has never had a say (there is a disclaimer at the end of the credits that proves this).
Next week things will return to normal and Hollie will be gone – followed by Elise.
And then the real competition can begin.
Here it is… the final final final definitive list by order of elimination:
That’s it.
Believe me, it kills me to put someone with a voice like Joshua’s in fifth – especially when Colton (who I don’t like) is fourth. But there will actually be a shocking elimination – and, unfortunately, it will be Joshua in the fifth slot.
Vidar – The Norse God of Silence, Stealth & Revenge
Deandre is gone! Let the competition begin! Hollie will not be gone next week. It will be Elise. did you see that crappy headband she was wearing? She’ll get kicked off just for that.
Hollie is a goddess. But we know the winner will be another “White Guy With Guitar.” And he will sell 13,452 units before he (probably Dave Mathews clone Phillip Phillips) is dumped from his label.
God (that is to you, Vidar), this season sucks balls.
oh my!!!! i totally agree with you if a white guy with a guitar wins….hopefully JESSICA wins this thing!!!!
“Mysogynsitic ?” Absolutely not Elise, because I like women…after all, I’m mreriad to one!But I think your situation has merit, so I edited this…Have a wonderful shabbat and New Year!B’Shalom,Rob
I agree, I usually dont watch much TV at night eihetr. But, there is a local gal, Jessica, that I hear is pretty good. I really do need to watch it at least once. Some of these contestents are brilliant really.
My Predictions:
7.Hollie
6.Joshua(save)
6./5.Elise & Colton
4.Joshua
3.Skylar
2.Phillip
1. Jessica
After tonight(April 12)this is my new list:
7.Joshua
6.Elsie(Save)
6./5.Hollie & Skylar
4.Phillip
3.Jessica
2.Elise
1.Colton
Uh…..how are Colton and skylar so high in rankings? Heres mine:
7- Skylar
6 Colton
5- Joshua
4- Jessica
3- Hollie
2- Phillip
#1- ELISE!
Why Elise? She has zero chance to win. ZERO (ALL CAPS – it must be emphasized). Skylar will survive easily based on last week’s performance. I hope you’re right about Hollie. I had her in the 3rd slot a couple of weeks ago but dropped her after last week to #7. I don’t like Colton either but he has a lot of fans. Don’t ask me why. You also have the two best singers going out at 5 and 4. I have Joshua in the 5 slot but his elimination will be a huge shocker (like the Daughtry elimination). Jessica will win.
Why Elise has ZERO chances of winning? I think she is a great singer, I understand she might not be as popular as the young kids, but she’s really good. Why do you say she has no chance??
I don’t believe Jessica will win based on the simple fact that she is not “white”.
OK – how about this? Elise has a less than 1% chance to win. It’s just not going to happen. Nothing she can do will make America or the judges or the producers put her in a position to win. I’ll give her the tiniest of crazy chances but it’s just not going to happen.
To me, Hollie is 2 times a singer of what Jessica is. The reason why Jessica is doing so good is because she has experience; she was on AGT when she was 11. And I don’t think Joshua will go really far- Plus Jacob was at that spot last year. I should hope that Elise will get at least to the top three. I would be horrified if Colton or Skylar won. The rest I would be *okay* with. And plus, even if Jessica goes out early, she’ll be famous. That’s why i didn’t have her win. She doesn’t need to win. Now if Hollie goes farther than Jessica, people might actually pay attention to her more. And I am really hoping Skylar (or Colton) goes home. Skylar sings through her nose. Very annoying. And Colton…. Ahhh.. I never understand his words. I liked Piano man, but last week was horrible.
I do like Hollie’s voice and, at one time, had her coming in third (behind Phillip and Jessica). But she just keeps getting slammed by Jimmy and he’s the one that has to sign the act and produce the first record. I think he loves Jessica and Phillip and that will mean a lot when the “votes” come in. Hollie needs to kill it tonight in order not to go home tomorrow.
So sorry she went home, she had a fantastic voice. I was a huge Scotty fan last year. I may be gutliy of liking someone for their looks or something unique about them but generally the top 10 have super voices. I thought Tampa would be all over supporting Shannon and that didn’t happen! I am liking Deandre but don’t see him going all the way.
Glad to read that you are covering AI. It’s one of the best saoness ever, IMHO. Talent is incredible. I was not surprised to see Skylar get voted off. She’s very good but doesn’t have any range. She’s a CW artist and will do well in that venue. Agree with you whole heartedly re: Phillip. He has the teeny bopper vote because he’s cute. Agree, his style is different but not exactly AI quality. Jessica is amazing especially for her age. She’s been coached since she could talk. Couple in her natural talent, and it’s a recipe for success. I agreed with the comments about her outfit for Proud Mary, and the stylist that is assisting her better get it right from now on. Whoever almost cost her. Hollie is a powerhouse. She’s not going to win, but her future is going to be great. Last and, certainly, not least Joshua. He is and has been my favorite, but I’m an R&B kinda of gal. I’m going to go out there and say that Joshua is the next AI. It’s all about the votes, and the system is (for lack of a better word) stoopid. Multiple voting isn’t fair but it brings the big numbers which makes the producers happy and, IMHO, allows them to massage the outcome. I have a friend at church whose son is unbelievably gifted. He tried out for AI and did well. He was totally disillusioned by the process though as he was told that they’ were looking for CW talent at that time of his audition. He left because he knew that the whole thing was rigged. Knowing him and his dad, I’m fairly confident to say that it wasn’t a case of sour grapes. Was it me or did Carrie Underwood suk? The lighting and production was unbelievable though. A little bit of a white balance nightmare for the production crew, for sure, but still amazing. Lighting on that set cost millions and millions. I miss the old Idol even Simon. Most of the time, Steven Tyler looks like he’s off in lala land probably fantazing over one of the contestants. I do luv his clothes though any girl would
Excuse me? What did you say? Jessica will not win because she is not white? This is not all about racial idol competition. This is a singing competition and regardless of your color or heritage as long as the contestant is deserving to win, then she will win. Who are you to judge? Not even God discriminates His creation..and you are ONLY one of God’s creations. God created all people equally regardless of race and according to His likeness and image. Who could be against Jessica when God is with her? Let me remind you that God can do so many wonderful miracles even for the last minute and any hopeless cases. If it’s God’s plan to let Jessica win, then Thy will be done! In Jesus Name, Jessica Sanchez will be declared the winner in AI 2012! AMEN TO THAT!
God does not discriminate simply because God is God. Some people will discriminate until the time they are with God.
Sad to say that even if we say that we do not discriminate, we unconsciously do. C’mon now, be real. I am a Filipino and I love Jessica to death but I don’t think she will win. Probably because some other singers MAY be better than her….or probably because she MAY not get the vote of the majority (whites, that is). And please, please do not bring God into the conversation….we can never compare ourselves to Him…
I agree with you 10000000000%.
Elise is the best! I hope she wins!
Oh, and by the way before you say something like, “Everyone…EVERYONE thought Hollie would be gone.” you should think about us who wanted Deandre gone this week. I DIDN’T THINK HOLLIE WOULD BE GONE.
True. You’re right. Not EVERYONE. She may even save herself this week – if she sticks to ballads.
Yeah, now I can comment here. Great recap Mel. I aawyls watch the whole show with a book in my hands. Last night I muted quite a bit and listened only when the contestants were being eliminated. I agree, Phil should have gone home. I am not loving Jessica as much as I did in the past. She has terrible choices in songs. Proud Mary?? Really??? Does she even know who Tina Turner is. She is only 16 and her outfit was horrendous. So glad that was mentioned last night and again here. What happened to Tommy Hilfiger doing the styling? Whoever helped her choose that dress should be fired. Really looking forward to The Amazing Race on Sunday.
I can’t believe that I may be so off this year as I usually pick the winner early on and I picked either Elise of Phillip. I don’t get why Elise doesn’t have a following. I guess I’m slipping…or maybe things will turn around for her yet!
I love Elise and Phillip!
barb
I agree totally! Love, love, love Phillip. Elise has style too.
Totally agree with you. I don’t understand why elise doesn’t get more votes, she’s sooo good! I can’t believe people would prefer Hollie or JOSHUA over Elise….
The reason why Elise doesn’t get votes is because majority of the voters are teenies. They like Colton and Phillip.
i enjoy reading your blog. i agree with you 100% on your predicitons. i trully hope it turns on this way.
Elise is not going to win. In fact, she’s going to go home in the next couple of weeks. AI is not a singing competition. It’s a competition that combines singing+popularity+coolness+much more. Elise can sing but somehow I don’t like her. That means probably a lot of other people don’t like her either. I mean, I don’t hate her –But she doesn’t have the presence to make me love her.
Colton, I get it. I actually like his voice, but it’s not that. He has the stage presence Elise doesn’t have. Plus, the girls will vote for him.
I so hated DeAndre.
Joshua will not make it to the top 4 because he doesn’t have a target audience. What kind of music is he going to make? Who’s going to buy his CDs? I don’t see him as a commercial artist. Skylar, Colton, Philip and Jessica I can actually imagine playing in the radio. Joshua? No. Hollie? No. Elise? Maybe, but I don’t think maybe is enough at this point.
Who believes that? So fake. Just like James Durbin’s lip synching. Terrible.
The only reason I was HAPPY that Jessica was on the bottom was because Steven Tyler slipped and said they WOULD use there save tonight, which meant if Elise was on the bottom they would have wasted their one save on someone who didn’t deserve to be saved. I want Colton and Jessica and Joshua to be in the top 3. They are the best singers/performers this season Colton has never done a song I didn’t love and his stage presence is phenomenal!!!
I would agree on the part that the judges overdid that thing on the stage with jessica. they could have simply just said “We don’t believe you need to go home. You’re safe.” and everyone would have understood. But maybe it was also a wake up call to everyone, even to Jessica’s followers that no one is really ‘safe’ up until its over, or there’s just two of them left. I would strongly agree that it’s too early to let her go home just because the pretty boys are in danger of getting the boot since the list grows short. Let’s face it..Jessica IS a really talented performer…we have seen her do songs that is beyond her and even out of her style but still, like a real pro, she delivered great and with confidence, not because she’s arrogant as some would like to put it; rather, she’s confident that she can give justice to the song because she pushes herself to and that it would honor the composer to sing it with heart and soul which she does without fail. So yes, the save was wisely used and placed. It’s also probably a point that the judges and the producers wanted to stress…that it’s time to ‘vote’ for the real talents and make them shine…not those who just shine and still need the talents to be put into them…
Just my two cents worth.
Nicely put…
I think you are off on a few. First off, jessica could make it as part of a group like black eyed peas. But she will never make it as a solo artist unless she signed with Disney channel. Philip is a one trick pony and his trick is up. His range is limited and he has too much disdain for the industry to do what is necessary to sell records. He will find his few followers and live in obscurity. Joshua can get a gospel label to sign him right away. His “ha” that he throws in all the time has to go. Too Churchy for mainstream. You may not like Colton, but his sound can be heard on the radio right now and he could transition into that very well and he will make it without having to win Idol. In fact, just like Durbin who sounded great, he probably would be better off not winning and getting stuck with their record deal and their rules. Better for him to do it on his own and on his own terms. Skyler is a young Reba and would be a great winner. Holly has no chance she should try broadway. Elise has no following and will be out within the next two weeks.
I agree that the perfect fit for Jessica is a Disney Channel-like career (at least while she is still so young) – but there’s nothing wrong with that for a winner. That might actually work out better than the past few winners. I think there are plenty of Taylor Swift fans that she would appeal to and could have a nice big following. She would be a successful winner I think. I agree with you on the others. It’s too bad that a big voice like Joshua doesn’t currently have a place in popular music. I think his voice is amazing – he can sing anything. The trouble for him is finding songs challenging enough. Hollie is much too stiff for Broadway. Broadway has great singers who can dance and act. Hollie doesn’t appear to have those talents. A cruise ship would work for her (and I seriously don’t say that in a bad way).
I admittedly only heard parts of Carrie Underwood’s song and wasn’t even pniyag that close attention to it. I kind of wish this results show would go to half an hour with just results and 86 these professional’ acts. Slap a muzzle on the judges and just get to the results. Go through the Jimmy reviews, he’s usually spot on, IMO, and reveal the results. As to your problem at the Farm . That’s Yours to deal with. Can’t help you with that one My favorite went home last week.
Colton is the Rihanna or Katy Perry of the competition – little talent but great marketability.
Skylar will never win, I think having a country dude win last year was enough – what was his name again?
Jessica, by far is the most talented. Even critics praise her performance every week. too bad, the winner will probably be some white dude again, which we will never hear from again after the competition.
Yah, Scotty McCreery, the “white dude” winner last year just won the Country Music Award for Best New Artist and his 1st album went platinum. Guess you not knowing his name or remembering who he is, is completely irrelevant to his success as a solo artist.
FYI, talent has not been the main factor in choosing the AI Winner in years now…talented enough to sound good autotuned & good looking enough to sell albums is good enough to win AI. Oh wait…the most important factor, you must be a straight, male contestant…cause ‘lil girls don’t go crazy and scream for other girls or guys that prefer other guys. Only chance a chick has of winning is if their fans vote for 2 hours straight just like the ‘lil girls do, and even then it’s a slim chance. We also have VoteFortheWorst.com who’s members power vote for who they feel is the least talented of the potential winners. They have decided that Philip Phillips will be getting their votes this year. There goal is for WGWG#5 to win AI this year & they are they are absolutely thrilled that the SAVE is now gone.
Everyone has their own opinion & taste!! The American IdolManagement has to financially SUPPORT the winner by honoring a contract so of course they want to INVEST in someone they think will bring in revenue.
Amongst the finalist remaining;
7.Hollie- strong vocalist-best suited for stage performance/broadway etc.
6.Elise- interesting,edgy singer,her image/sound is like a female DURBIN!!
5.Skylar- high spirited/spunky country “twanger’, 2 recent country winners
4.-Phillip-Dynamic, Edgy sound–country & alt appeal
3 Joshua-Soulful, great performer& vocalist
2.Colton-Charismatic & Popular-great personality & spirit
*1.Jessica-Charismatic& VERY Poised & Professional ( WINNER)
Ww are to respect the vote of the American people. This is the beauty of democracy. AT times, our choice is not a winner. It is a majority’s decicion folks. The AI judges showed their bias with their actions last night. With what happened, it angered the American people. Jessica will be gone eerly
We are to respect the vote of the American people. This is the beauty of democracy. At times, our choice is not a winner. It is a majority’s decision folks. The AI judges showed their bias with their actions last night. With what happened, it angered the American people. Jessica will be gone early.
AI judges are not biased FYI kal.. they criticized, give suggestions and they knew who can really SING and who are talented. Well what happened to the former AI winners?? especially the guy winners?? the only 2 ones I remembered who were really deserving/ successful are Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood.. because they have the voice, the talent and they are really popular just like Jessica. If you think Jessica will not win. that’s what you think… afterall even if she will not win AI, I bet she will be as popular as other previous winners of AI because even the judges and majority knew SHE is the girl to beat and she’s only 16..
i agree…kelly still flawless till now
I totally agree… Here in the Philippines, the only AI winners I can actually feel are Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood and Jennifer Hudson (I think because she’s also an actress)… For the guys, I’d often hear songs which I love in the radio coming from those who actually didn’t win the competition (David Archuleta, Daughtry, Jason Castro… So… 🙂
i hope jessica win this competition, she’s the greatest n powerfull voice in this seasons..unfortunately she’s not white. i never saw in american history asian singer will be accepted in america,,that’s why she woldnt won this competition
Blog writer is right on! This is exactly I was thinking last thursday night. There’s no way Jessica on the bottom 3 and the worst the least popular. I was telling my wife before the show, they’re going to use the save button either this week or next week because they have to use it or it the judge can’t use after 6 (or if only 5 left). This a good week for AI producers to use a gimmick that will tweeked the ratings and generate noise. America’s voting becoming complacent as majority already think that they already have a winner (Jessica) and they don’t need to vote. Remember, America is voting for they’re favorites, not voting who they don’t like. Jessica was NOT VOTED OUT, it just happened she got the lest vote this week as what AI producer trying to say to america’s viewer.
The result show was definitely producer manipulated, there was no way she was going home. And even if I humor the idea that Jessica was in the bottom 3, I still doubt she was the lowest vote-getter. It could be away to rally people to vote for her, and I hope to god it doesn’t backfire. I mean I’m not gonna lie, I got too complacent because I thought she was really shoe in for the finals, so I’ve been voting for my second favorite, Skylar, instead. But next week I’m going to be nonstop voting for Jessica.
Yeah I agreed Jessica should win! I really want her to win.
I’m not sure if we are watching the same singers. I put Joshua and Jessica above all the others. The rest of good but these two have great voices. They should be in the finals.
I also put Joshua and Jessica – in terms of singing ability – above all the others. Without a doubt. I have Jessica winning. I just think there will be a shocking elimination that isn’t fair – and it will be Joshua in the #5 slot.
I know Joshua is excellent in his style of music, but don’t think his style of music has an extensive appeal at this point in our culture. Maybe I’m wrong.
It is obvious that Jimmy Iovine really likes the talent he has seen in Jessica, Phillip & Joshua. I think that is who should be TOP 3, unless Colton improves… Skylar has an outside chance of being # 3 (by popularity of country voters!) Joshua is consistently impressive & trie hard…Jessica is awesome and muti-talented & graceful/poised, especially for 16… Phillipis just ‘awkwardly brilliant’.He is genuine and a refreshing change.He is not as versatile as some of the others, but like Scotty McCreery, he consistently delivers very good performances & has an attractive image.
she is a very sweet girl. We’re all hoping she wins!Betty- I hope she wins too! She relaly does have a great voice.gracies- I haven’t heard Jessica but then, I only watch Elise and then turn it off. LOL You’re right- some of them are quite talented!Jane- I don’t watch Idol or the Voice but had to this time, for obvious reasons. LOL Michele- They’re not my thing either. But, since DoodleBug knows this girl, we watch until she sings and then turn the channel. LOL
Elise is a good singer. She won’t win because she comes off as cold. Even when she sang last night and smiled I found it extremely fake.
I agree with most of it, but Skylar that high? Really? And Colton will make it to the top two, and Phil will come in I think,
7. Hollie ( Girls gotta go she is really falling behind.)
6. Elise (has the lowest amount of fans I think)
5. Joshua (5th is good and Joshua to me is just good nothing better nothing worse)
4. Skylar (Has the country vote)
3. Phillip (America really likes the whole gray shirt crap)
2. Jessica (Maybe make the most hits and is one of the most liked)
1. Colton (He has the girls vote now not Phil, he has the Christian vote, and he is like past idol winners) I see a bright future in all!
I was in total shcck, when I thought Jessica was gone. Thank you judges for using the save. I am not a fan of Joshua, Elise and Hollie. So, am seeing them leave in the next few weeks.
#7 Elise (I can’t handle her voice, really bad)
#6 Joshua (nice guy, he just doesn’t have it)
#5 Hollie (nice girl, but needs more work in her vocals)
Now this is where it gets interested for me.
#4 Skylar (Country gal, love her)
#3/#2 Cotton and Phillip (love both these guys, can’t choice between them)#1 Jessica (love her, love her voice)
I was also disappointed with the Judges when it came to Deandre, he is my idol. If I could vote (darn I can’t because I don’t live in the US). I would of kept Deandre in, he is much better than all of them, except for my top four.