04/06/11
The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame is based in Cleveland, Ohio and is the inspiration for tonight's IDOL's as they pick their favorite songs from the genre and try to bring out their inner rockstar...and that they certainly do. The ladies were styled by Gwen Stefani and Will.I.Am was also brought in to mentor the contestants. Let us break-it-down:
Jacob Lusk - "Man In The Mirror" by Michael Jackson
- Thumbs Up. Of course, Jacob did the song justice and made it his own. He is the type of performer who always gives it 110%. His character on stage is always larger than life and he always goes for these high powerhouse vocals and nails it 99% of the time vocally. I never knew this song is considered to be "Rock & Roll". I always thought of somewhat Pop and R&B. Steven says "Every time you sing, you bring another little piece of yourself to the party and that was beautiful." Jennifer says "You make everybody know that if you believe in yourself and you stick to what feels right, you can do anything in this world." Randy says "I am so proud of you."
Haley Reinhart - "Piece Of My Heart" by Janis Joplin
- Thumbs Up. Up until this point, the Judges have been saying that she reminds them of Janis Joplin and hinting that she should do a Joplin song. Haley pulls through and gives them what they have been asking for. Jennifer says "Your showing everybody that your a contender." Randy says "That's the Haley that we loved when we first saw you." Steven says "I couldn't find anything wrong with that. You took it up a few notches."
Casey Abrams - "Have You Ever Seen The Rain" by Creedence Clearwater Revival
- Thumbs Up. Just the perfect soulful song to match his voice. Was a little boring though. Nothing extra-ordinary. No wow. Just another good performance by Casey. Randy says "You made C-C-R proud." Steven says "You're not just a singer. You're a true musician. Every time you sing you bring something different." Jennifer says "That's exactly where you belong."
Lauren Alaina - "Natural Woman" by Aretha Franklin
- Thumbs Up. She's been a bit of a dark horse since the beginning of the competition although she was an early audition favorite. Now, she is coming into her own within the past few performances and defining who she is as an Artist. Her performance was a smooth blend of Country and Soul. By definition, she is more Country though. Steven says "Four months ago you came in here an immature little girl and tonight you are a natural born woman." Jennifer says "You are amazing." Randy says "I think you did a good job on it."
James Durbin - "While My Guitar Gently Weeps" by George Harrison
- Thumbs Up. After performing as the crazy rocker for the past three weeks in a row, James decides to slow it down tonight. He still managed to deliver his own stylistic emotion into the song as he does every week. So far on the live shows, he has pretty much consistently delivered solid performances. Jennifer says "It's nice to see that other side of you. It's so special to watch. I thought it was a great choice for you." Randy says "I love seeing the true emotional side of James Durbin. You have to take chances to be an Artist and you did a good job." Steven says "Not only did your guitar gently weep, but you did as well."
Scotty McCreery - "That's All Right, Mama" by Elvis Presley
- Thumbs Up. Another good performance by Scotty. Randy says "This was like a new Scotty we have never seen." Steven says "You did it well." Jennifer says "I love it."
Pia Toscano - "River Deep, Mountain High" by Tina Turner
- Thumbs Way Up. Pia does an up-tempo song much much justice. An awesome, knockout performance. YOU GO PIA! Steven says "You killed it." Jennifer says "That was amazing. You are really really special up there. You are spectacular." Randy says "You showed that you can deliver on an up-tempo and you did that tonight."
Stefano Langone - "When A Man Loves A Woman" by Percy Sledge
- Thumbs Up. Awesome performance. Jennifer says "I really really felt for the first time that you were really singing to somebody, about somebody. It was magic." Randy says "I liked it but I wasn't jumping up and down." Steven says "I like where you take it and tonight you nailed it."
Paul McDonald - "Folsom Prison Blues" by Johnny Cash
- Thumbs Up. Another cool performance. Randy says "I got three words for you - I loved it." Steven says "You rocked the house." Jennifer says "It was the perfect way to end the show. I loved it."
We are quickly getting closer to crowning the next IDOL. Who will make the Top 8? Tune in Tomorrow Night for the Results. Here are my predictions:
Top Pick: I am going back to Pia Toscano this week. She gets my pick.
Going Home: Casey Abrams or Scotty McCreery (one or the other)
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