• From: Indianola, IA
  • Registered: 2006-07-26
  • Posts: 4,429

Topic: American Idol 2011

I love American Idol, I love the new season, and I love Steven,J-Lo, & Randy.

I think Steven Tyler is one of the most interesting characters, very funny and very sweet. Love his rock style everything.  He definitely has some very "colorful" quips & ditties and is great on the sing-a-long.

If you saw last nights episode, you definitely were witness to one of those magical right moments in life.  One of the contestants fiancees' was in an accident and now confined to wheelchair, they had him wheel her in and Steven Tyler was an absolute angel to her.

I know there are other American Idol fans out there, because I remember past discussions.
Unbelievable voices out of some of the 15 & 16 yr olds last night.  That one 16 yr old guy in the very beginning sounded just like Randy Travis....

                                                                        pattyluvsjoe

P.S.  I still have an unused ticket to see Aerosmith.  I was all set to see them when Steven started having his health issues.  I even had a wild patterned scarf to throw at him   tongue my consolation prize was Paul Rodgers with Queen   big_smile

"I'm not nice to any guitar!"      lol
                 Joe Bonamassa 05-03-12

JBLP CHILD #184
  • susan
  • susan
  • BONAMETAL
  • Offline
  • From: Lake Mary, FL/USA
  • Registered: 2006-11-08
  • Posts: 1,079

Re: American Idol 2011

I like it too Patty.  I never watched it before because I absolutely could not watch Paula and Simon.  I didn't think I would like Jennifer Lopez either but I do. What I like about it now is that they have taken the MEAN out of 'American Idol'.  They seem to understand that some of these kids they are talking to are about to have their dreams shattered and they handle it so well.  Randy's still a little rough at times, but I simply love Steven Tyler.  smile

"Listen to the melody cause my love is in there hiding"
  • From: Grapevine, Tejas
  • Registered: 2009-11-03
  • Posts: 1,248

Re: American Idol 2011

susan wrote:

What I like about it now is that they have taken the MEAN out of 'American Idol'.  smile


Heck... that' the only reason i ever watched.  I loved watching those train wrecks who thought they could sing get slamed by Simon.

Tyler belongs back with the band, IMHO

  • From: Southern New Jersey, USA
  • Registered: 2006-04-23
  • Posts: 2,966

Re: American Idol 2011

Patty,
If you like Steven Tyler, you should facebook friend Lynn Ring, who is also a Joe fan.  Lynn has been extremely supportive of StringsforaCURE and since her girlfriend is married to one of the KISS dudes, she is spreading the word among musicians in the circle she travels and has gotten some verbal commitments for guitar strings for the foundation.
http://www.facebook.com/aerolynn

I flicked by the Idol show briefly and just saw one performance, the male teacher assistant...shoulder length hair, black glasses, shorts---he was awesome!!  Jennifer said he was the BEST so far, really great vocals!

Also, I don't know if you ever read on the forum when I mentioned that Steven Tyler's dad and my hubby's first guitar teacher from the 70's were buddies in WWII and in the Army band together.  My hubby kept in contact with this guy, he fixed/tuned up problematic guitars for him, until he passed away...cool stories... Steven's real last name is Tallarico.

Steven Tyler has the BEST scream in rock n' roll.  Im BACK in the saddle again...

StringsforaCURE~Helping cancer patients one STRING at a time.
http://stringsforacure.com/

Angela's Website

  • From: Indianola, IA
  • Registered: 2006-07-26
  • Posts: 4,429

Re: American Idol 2011

Angela wrote:

Patty,
If you like Steven Tyler, you should facebook friend Lynn Ring, who is also a Joe fan.  Lynn has been extremely supportive of StringsforaCURE and since her girlfriend is married to one of the KISS dudes, she is spreading the word among musicians in the circle she travels and has gotten some verbal commitments for guitar strings for the foundation.
http://www.facebook.com/aerolynn

I flicked by the Idol show briefly and just saw one performance, the male teacher assistant...shoulder length hair, black glasses, shorts---he was awesome!!  Jennifer said he was the BEST so far, really great vocals!

Also, I don't know if you ever read on the forum when I mentioned that Steven Tyler's dad and my hubby's first guitar teacher from the 70's were buddies in WWII and in the Army band together.  My hubby kept in contact with this guy, he fixed/tuned up problematic guitars for him, until he passed away...cool stories... Steven's real last name is Tallarico.

Steven Tyler has the BEST scream in rock n' roll.  Im BACK in the saddle again...


I always love your posts Angela, I sure hope I get to meet you someday.  I thought AI tonite was great, too and that last girl knocked it out of the park.  That Steven is just so darn sweet. What a softie.  Wouldn't you love to be at a party with him?  I think it would spell F.U.N.  I agree with you on the BEST.  Are the cool stories in print anywhere to read?  I'm glad you're BACK in the sadlle again.  Gotta have some one to talk shop with....lol.... That one guy tonight sounded a lot like Rod Stewart....which reminds me one time after a Joe show in St. Joseph (how appropo) Joe had his lanyards available and we were talking about them and the gold ringie thing from 001. (I swear there was magic in it.)  He had an all-access pass to Rod Stewart.  He said, "Patty, if Rod Stewart was in town tonight, you could go, and go anywhere you wanted to."  To which I replied, "Joe Bonamassa if Rod Stewart was in town tonite I would still be right here seeing you   wink  "    p.l.j.

"I'm not nice to any guitar!"      lol
                 Joe Bonamassa 05-03-12

JBLP CHILD #184
  • From: Southern New Jersey, USA
  • Registered: 2006-04-23
  • Posts: 2,966

Re: American Idol 2011

Patty,

Just a heads up in case you didn't know, Rod Stewart and Stevie Nicks are touring together.  Its called the Heart & Soul Tour.  smile

StringsforaCURE~Helping cancer patients one STRING at a time.
http://stringsforacure.com/

Angela's Website

  • Registered: 2006-07-11
  • Posts: 1,247

Re: American Idol 2011

I was watching American Idol tonight.  Tonight was the night they finished picking the top 24 to be on the actual show this coming Tuesday.  I missed it the last couple seasons because I didn't really dig the singers they chose.

But this year, I am just floored with some of the talent they have on there.  I glad to see a number of the guys I like have made it through smile   I loved the varied styles of voices and singing style of these guys and don't really need a winner because I would pick up something with all these guys on it.

For my country side, where did you get this voice at 16?, does it for me and loved his song choice.
Scotty McCreery
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SV1do6TuMBw

Clint Jun Gamboa
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-XSC2dxL42k

James Durbin
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2OoEaj65d2k
James Durbin
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2OoEaj65d2k

Paul Mcdonald, I'm glad they put them together for this duet to make such a beautiful lovely song.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QcUW1BNeevY

Casey Abrams, gets my soul a stirrin, bring on the Bass Casey
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nGmdQfLyfdE

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h53sjzphlCI

Jacob Lusk, took it to another spirit, and I hope I am only fortunate enough to see him sing the whole song in person one day.  You make me cry Jacob.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Ov-dV-9Tw4

Your all Shining Stars

"Holy Toledo"  -  Bill King   "Just Win Baby" - Al Davis  "The Autumn Wind" - Steve Sabol
  • Brack
  • Brack
  • BONAMETAL
  • Offline
  • From: London, getting hotter \m/
  • Registered: 2009-02-24
  • Posts: 6,462

Re: American Idol 2011

Yeah, all good choices. Kendra and Paul nick it with  Blackbird  IMO  smile

GOOD KARMA - http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m3zkw … o1_500.jpg
Avatar Credit: D.Hirst,Olympic Union Flag
Adele: RAH http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Oio8V3e3WU&ob=av2e -
We Are The Champ20ns

Brack's Website

  • From: Waukesha, WI U.S.A.
  • Registered: 2007-09-18
  • Posts: 892

Re: American Idol 2011

American Idol is one of the things that has killed the music industry.

When I was a child I spoke as a child, But all I heard was how I should get ahead,
Now growing up it ain't anything but all This indecision with these debts and doubts
And worries hanging over my head. When I was a child I spoke as a child,
I wish I could remember what I said.

ReverendPaul's Website

  • From: 24009 Ventura Blvd, Ste 245 Ca
  • Registered: 2011-03-05
  • Posts: 1

Re: American Idol 2011

There are many immature fumblings contestants who trying to find their feet in industry through ratings-generating of people and judges vote.

Auckland Airport Parking
  • Registered: 2006-07-11
  • Posts: 1,247

Re: American Idol 2011

Glad to see that some of my top choices made it.  Sorry to see Clint didn't make it.  But he ended it with a fun song that fits his personality.  Top-rate Clint at 1:19 at setting up your perfect yeah-screams with the shoulder dipped heys.  Killed on that part.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aScWat_QLRg

Casey-Love quirky Casey, a fearless artist who you just don't know what he's gonna do, like at 2:09
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-utflNkMBmE

Jacob-A song interpreter, with a singer this good you have to see him live.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wIgMTifnoXE

Pia -put this up because I think it was her best performance on the show
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7cI5vr9aREg

Thia-with such a beautiful tone, its nice to hear her sing with just the piano
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ImAiaOXDoA

Stefano-sometimes songs are meant for someone and I am glad he picked this one.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9iET1KxSsA

Naima-thanks for taking us into your personal world
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OcJ3aNavqIE

"Holy Toledo"  -  Bill King   "Just Win Baby" - Al Davis  "The Autumn Wind" - Steve Sabol
  • Brack
  • Brack
  • BONAMETAL
  • Offline
  • From: London, getting hotter \m/
  • Registered: 2009-02-24
  • Posts: 6,462

Re: American Idol 2011

The RiverCat^-^ wrote:

Glad to see that some of my top choices made it

What happened to Kendra & Paul, did they go out ?

I think Casey will go the distance.

GOOD KARMA - http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m3zkw … o1_500.jpg
Avatar Credit: D.Hirst,Olympic Union Flag
Adele: RAH http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Oio8V3e3WU&ob=av2e -
We Are The Champ20ns

Brack's Website

  • Rocket
  • Rocket
  • BONAMEGAMETAL
  • Offline
  • From: San Francisco
  • Registered: 2006-04-26
  • Posts: 10,275

Re: American Idol 2011

Rockfarmer wrote:
susan wrote:

What I like about it now is that they have taken the MEAN out of 'American Idol'.  smile


Heck... that' the only reason i ever watched.  I loved watching those train wrecks who thought they could sing get slamed by Simon.

Tyler belongs back with the band, IMHO

I agree totally.  Simon wasn't mean, he said what he actually meant.  He was mean occasionally, but when I proffered my opinions in the presence of my sister and friends, Simon would almost be mimicking me, word for word details.  So maybe I am mean too! He pulled no punches, blew little smoke up their.....smokestacks.  I never liked the show.  I was care taking and in my place, it never was watched.  Is not still.  I'd rather watch black & white I Love Lucy or Andy Griffith shows...

Rock ON & Keep the Faith,
Rocket

"He still doesn't charge for mistakes! wink"
http://jbonamassa.com/tour-dates/
"Everybody wants ta get inta the act!"
“Now, this isn’t your ordinary party crowd, here.  I mean, there are professionals in here.”
  • Brack
  • Brack
  • BONAMETAL
  • Offline
  • From: London, getting hotter \m/
  • Registered: 2009-02-24
  • Posts: 6,462

Re: American Idol 2011

Rocket wrote:
Rockfarmer wrote:
susan wrote:

What I like about it now is that they have taken the MEAN out of 'American Idol'.  smile


Heck... that' the only reason i ever watched.  I loved watching those train wrecks who thought they could sing get slamed by Simon.

Tyler belongs back with the band, IMHO

I agree totally.  Simon wasn't mean, he said what he actually meant.  He was mean occasionally, but when I proffered my opinions in the presence of my sister and friends, Simon would almost be mimicking me, word for word details.  So maybe I am mean too! He pulled no punches, blew little smoke up their.....smokestacks.  I never liked the show.  I was care taking and in my place, it never was watched.  Is not still.  I'd rather watch black & white I Love Lucy or Andy Griffith shows...

Rock ON & Keep the Faith,
Rocket

Remember "Idol" was exported to the US by Simon. He knew what he was doing before he brought the show to the US, and being brutal with his comments. He tells the truth, if someone sucks..... he tells them! I also remember, Randy once telling Simon "You can't talk to people like that ...man!!" Simon says what we're actually thinking,... mostly! IMO, and that's at the core of his popularity.
I used to watch.... but, once you've seen it, it all becomes homogenized.IMO.

GOOD KARMA - http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m3zkw … o1_500.jpg
Avatar Credit: D.Hirst,Olympic Union Flag
Adele: RAH http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Oio8V3e3WU&ob=av2e -
We Are The Champ20ns

Brack's Website

  • From: Benicia, Ca.
  • Registered: 2006-05-08
  • Posts: 5,828

Re: American Idol 2011

Make Idol fun again & bring back William Hung.....GO BEARS!!!!    She Bangs She Bangs.


                                                                                                             Think Sheen,

                                                                                                             J Dawg

What is success? Is it do yo' own thang, or is it to join the rest?   -Allen Toussaint
  • Registered: 2006-07-11
  • Posts: 1,247

Re: American Idol 2011

Brack wrote:
The RiverCat^-^ wrote:

Glad to see that some of my top choices made it

What happened to Kendra & Paul, did they go out ?

I think Casey will go the distance.


Brack,

I'm sorry Kendra didn't make it, but Paul made it with a song you just MAY recognize wink

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cp0ZwLEO9AY

"Holy Toledo"  -  Bill King   "Just Win Baby" - Al Davis  "The Autumn Wind" - Steve Sabol

17 Reply by Brack (edited by Brack 2011-03-14 06:07:36)

  • Brack
  • Brack
  • BONAMETAL
  • Offline
  • From: London, getting hotter \m/
  • Registered: 2009-02-24
  • Posts: 6,462

Re: American Idol 2011

The RiverCat^-^ wrote:
Brack wrote:
The RiverCat^-^ wrote:

Glad to see that some of my top choices made it

What happened to Kendra & Paul, did they go out ?

I think Casey will go the distance.


Brack,

I'm sorry Kendra didn't make it, but Paul made it with a song you just MAY recognize wink

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cp0ZwLEO9AY

Hi Cat ^-^
Oh, sorry to hear about Kendra. Paul did a great job on MAGGIE - that song remains in my all time top 20!

I heard Aerosmith have increased sales 250% since Steven Tyler became a judge..... Dream On - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WIv1MAClQhk

GOOD KARMA - http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m3zkw … o1_500.jpg
Avatar Credit: D.Hirst,Olympic Union Flag
Adele: RAH http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Oio8V3e3WU&ob=av2e -
We Are The Champ20ns

Brack's Website

  • Registered: 2006-12-28
  • Posts: 3,742

Re: American Idol 2011

Casey Abrams ROCKS!!!!!!!!!!!......he covered Nirvanas song (go find it on the web) and I jumped out my chair....."THAT'S WHAT I'M TALKIN BOUT MY HIPPY BRO!!!!!!!!!!!".....my son says "dad your never going to change, you damn hippy"

Hell no, I love my immaturatey
Shreddy, from the city by the bay (my birthplace was a couple miles from the Golden Gate Bridge)

P.S.....I understand not everyone cares for A.I., but I luv it  cool