American Idol Mania in San Antonio

American Idol Mania in San Antonio

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American Idol Mania in San Antonio 2/7/07

By Marcus

Home of the River Walk, sweet Jazz and the Alamo, San Antonio , Texas hosted the last audition for this year’s American Idol hopefuls. Let’s review a couple of them.

First up was “take no prisoners” Brian the Texas Machine. His growling, shouting and knee drops didn’t impress the judges. Maybe he needs to try out for Extreme Wrestling?

Wearing a backless black pants suit, sultry Haley, who is a wedding band performer, impressively won a gold ticket. But she needs to learn how to sparkle to have any chance in the Hollywood meat grinder where good voices abound.

Gospel singer Jasmine failed to impress and then got an attitude when told that she had no singing ability. Pray about that, Jasmine.

Cream and peaches describe 16 year old country girl Baylie. On her family ranch they raise cows, lambs and horses. But this girl’s heart is longing for the big city and with her exciting voice, she may get her wish because she is heading to Hollywood .

Unemployed cousins William and Akron rolled the dice for their one opportunity to impress the judges. Bulky William was off key and he knew it. He said he was basically at the audition just to support his cousin. And his faith in Akron ’s voice paid off big time with a gold ticket. Somewhere in Akron ’s psyche is just a touch of greatness. And if he is willing to listen and learn from some professional guidance, he could become a fantastic singer performer. Mark this prediction---- Akron has the chance to become the next American Idol.

She didn’t sing a single understandable word. It was more or less like she was singing in tongues. A tearful Sandie vowed to continue being a vocal coach but her dreams of Hollywood was gone.

This next woman is a diamond in the rough. There is sparkled and uniqueness in her voice but her facial grimaces diverted our attention. She was told “no thanks, dear” and left the stage. But it was Simon who convinced Paula and Randy to give Ashlyn another chance. She dried her tears and returned for a very rare second audition. This time, we heard more of her voice and she won a golden ticket. But unless she can unlearn her facial antics, she will be eaten alive by better performers. But I think she really wants to win and I think she will be a major contender.

San Antonio was the last of the American Idol city try outs and only 22 won a gold ticket. But it ain’t over, baby. Because tomorrow we will hear the worst of the worst. But what I am looking forward to is hearing who the judges consider the best of the best. Stay tuned with me.