American Idol Review – The Guys – Week 3

Okay, first, once again the guys stole the week.  The girls have an awful lot of work to do to catch up to the talent of the guys this year if they don’t want to start getting picked off once we get to final 12. 

Okay, now onto my armchair quarterbacking.

Gedeon — When a Man Loves a Woman — Not sure why he had to talk so weird when he was explaining his art, but remember — he’s a teenager.  The world’s oldest looking teenager, I might add.  Ok, the guy’s voice is smooth and perfect for a Sam Cook style.  Okay, it’s no secret I am not a big fan of Gedeon, but I have to be fair here, last night he was flawless… that doesn’t mean I like his facial expressions, but it was a very good performance.  Way to go Gedeon!  

Chris — Broken  — I am not crazy about this song, and was actually disappointed when it was announced he was going to sing it.  But he sang it well.  Very well.  He has a lot of strength, passion and sensitivity in his voice.  I’m kind of curious how he would have been on Rockstar: INXS.  I’d like him slightly more if he were fronting a band.  Yes, Simon is right — the song was a bit of a bore compared to his performance from last week, but man, he’s awesome.

Kevin — Ode to Vincent – I actually kind of like this song, but Kevin doesn’t have the lightness of voice that Don McLean has.  It’s not that he was bad, because he actually sang well, but it wasn’t quite right.  Nice kid, but so what.  He’s adorable, cute, puppy-nice … but I think he belongs in an Irish Choir … go home. 

Bucky — ?? (I don’t know the song but hubby did and likes it.  Forgot to ask him the title of it.) — I just like Bucky, you know?  I don’t know why, but I do.  His voice is interesting, but maybe it’s because he’s just so unpretentious.  Don’t know the song, but it suited him.  He won’t make it all the way, but he’s kind of fun.  Hey, Paula just stole my unpretentious comment, hmmmph! 

Will — How Sweet It Is — I can’t help but look at him and think Donny Osmond/Peter Brady.  How did Donnie Osmond get into this contest?  Boring.  His best sounding on-key song, but still bland , go home.

Taylor — Taking It to the Streets – As soon as the first note opened I was on the edge of my seat.  As soon as

Taylor started singing, I said Yes-Yes-Yes!!! He’s just got it.  He does.  He’s so talented.  He completely loses himself in his performance, time after time and it’s infectious.  THAT is the reason for the weird motions and ticks and whoops of joy.  Once you understand that you have to love him.  Ok, yes, this Michael McDonald song suits him because he sounds almost exactly like Michael McDonald.  He brought it home.  I don’t need to see anymore, sorry, but this will clearly be the performance of the night.
 

Elliott — Heaven — His voice sounded good, but I don’t know if I liked him singing this song.  His performance last week was stellar, he should stick to that kind of music.  Actually, I’d rather like to hear him do a Jason Mraz song.  I don’t think this song suited him.  And his hair is making me insane.  Simon is so right on.  His image needs a makeover … wear a beanie…  I close my eyes while listening to Gedeon and Elliott … I know that’s terrible to say, but there it is.

Ace — Butterflies — Ok, I hated this.  He has a strong falsetto, but there was something weird about it.  Yup, I hated it.  But I will admit he did a good job with an otherwise difficult song.  He annoys me and I know that annoyance colors my ability to be fair in my armchair judging.  It’s the schmoopie eyes, I just can’t stand it.  He’s a good looking dude to be sure, and he does have a nice voice … for a boy band.  All in all, falsetto to natural voice was excellent.  Right on again, Simon.

My top 3 for last night:

1. Taylor

2. Chris/Ace (it’s a tie and only because I am factoring in the hunk factor which the audience surely will.)

3. Gedeon (It’s no secret he annoys me but you have to give credit where credit is due, he’s a pompous oddball but he’s a talented pompous oddball.)

Who do I think will get the boot?  Will & Kevin

Note:  I don’t want Bucky to go home yet, you hear?   Bucky stays … the girls have got to love him …