Culturally Preconditioned

Sorry for my week’s absence. There was a family emergency and I had to return to JB for the entire week and was cut off totally from the internet. Didn’t think I could do it - but I did. Didn’t have time to watch the shows last week, and not going to bother downloading the show - although I am curious to hear someone sing Me and Mrs Jones (sexiest song ever) from last week. Anyway, we’re back this week with the best Idol theme ever - Music from the 80s!

Luke Menard - Wake Me Up Before You Go Go (Wham!)

can’t believe this guy survived the last 2 episodes. Love the song (LMAO at Dame Sally Markham singing Jitterbug in Hello Britain).. but still not a fan of his voice. Btw he looks like the bastard child of Orlando Bloom and Hugh Jackman - but looks ain’t gonna cut it (for me, at least). 4 out of 10.

David Archuletta - Another Day In Paradise (Phil Collins)

Hmm interesting.. I actually liked his rendition of this song. Yeah, this kid is going to be Final 4, for sure. The (faux?) piano playing was a nice touch, but he’s gotta be careful on the eye-fucking though. His comments about the song being about the homeless had me laughing for a bit, because images of that self entitled British wannabe asshole came to mind. 8 out of 10.

Danny Noriega - Tainted Love (Soft Cell)

Ah yet another wonderful 80s classic. Is it just me, or was his voice drowned out by the music? Can’t comment much on that except bravah for being himself. You go, gurl. 5 out of 10.

David Hernandez - It’s All Coming Back To Me Now (Pandora’s Box)

Wow.. one of the few male contestants who actually pulled off a ‘Celine’ song. It wasn’t mind blowing but it was pretty good. And I ave to comment on the whole stripping at the gay club thingy. What the hell is the big deal, and why is anyone actually surprised by it? He looks the part, and I’d be surprised if he actually didn’t do what he supposedly did. 7 out of 10.

Michael Johns - Don’t You (Simple Minds)

I just like this guy. And bonus points for picking a song from The Breakfast Club. His performance was on par with his previous ones (including the auditions and Hollywood sessions). Nothing spectacular, but I enjoyed it. I keep wondering if he’d do better in Rockstar than on this show - cause if it comes down between Archuletta and him in the Final 2 - who do you think the Americans will vote for? 8 out of 10.

David Cook - Hello (Lionel Ritchie)

Nope.. personally, the guitar riffs were distracting. He sounded horrible in the beginning, but thankfully picked up midway through..and faltered again with the inappropriate yelling. Nope. He should’ve been gone before this. 5 out of 10.

Jason Castro - Hallelujah (Leonard Cohen)

Hmm the only song that I’ve never heard of before tonight. But it was a sweet and tender performance. I like his voice and that’s not going to change. If there’s any dark horse in this competition, I’m really hoping this will be the one. 8 out of 10.

Chikezie - All the Man That I Need (Linda Clifford)

What?? He’s still in this competition? For real? But his performance tonight was a thousand times better than the one from Top 12. That was nice. Very nice, indeed. 7 out of 10.

Final Rankings for this Round :

1. Michael Johns (8/10)
2. David Archuletta (8/10)
3. Jason Castro (8/10)
4. David Hernandez (7/10)
5. Chikezie (7/10)
6. David Cook (5/10)
7. Danny Noriega (5/10)
8. Luke Menard (4/10)

All in all a very satisfying episode - but that Luke person nees to go the fuck home ASAP. Can’t wait to see what the girls will bring tomorrow. MAN I LOVE MUSIC FROM THE 80S!!!!