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“Twelve American Idol Men Sing”

February 19, 2008 Episode

By Marcus

It was back to 60’s music when David Hernandez started off the program. He told us that he sings to overcome his trouble past and tonight he sang “Midnight Hour.” It was a very lackluster performance with a nasal ending.

Then Chikezie Eze sang “More Than Yesterday.” But even with his sparkling eyes and easy disposition, there was no freshness to the song. It just kind of hung out there like a dish towel on a slack clothesline.

Bartender and self styled musician David Cook was the first to actually give us some excitement as he rocked “Imagine You And Me.” But it is too bad that his vocal range is so limited and he had an ending that collapsed like a punctured balloon.

Perched on a chair, the singing server Jason Yeager dedicated “Moon River” to his grandmother. It was a pleasant rendition of a classy dreamy song, but certainly not memorable. He did not stand out.

Singing for ten years and at one time touring with Britney Spears, Robbie Carrico sang “One Is The Loneliest Number.” His initial nervousness was evident, but he settled down and recovered. Yet at times, he was drowned out by his back-ground singers.

And then David Archuleta stepped on stage with a presence that goes far beyond his seventeen years on earth. He delivered tonight’s best performance thus far with “My Mama Told Me” without missing a note. He has the excitement and the freshness of making himself a star.

Unemployed Danny Noriega ripped “Jail House Rock” with a confident attitude to make the song his own without trying to imitate Elvis. Good for you, Danny, stay original.

Luke Menard’s weak irritating unexciting voice ruined “Everybody’s Talking.”

Colton Berry told us that he hums Tele-Tubby songs to calm down. Well he needed something to spark himself up as he sang a fairly forgettable version of “Suspicious Minds.” And like Luke before him, both these singers will quickly be forgotten like yesterday’s fast food lunch.

Garrett Haley’s curly long hair locks were not a sufficient distraction from his squawk-like tone as he attempted and failed to sing “Breaking Up Is Hard To Do.” It was like listening to your pre-teen nephew spontaneously performing at his sister’s wedding.

A very relaxed Jason Castro played his guitar while singing “What A Day For A Daydream.” It was lovely. It reminded me of summer camp sing-along’s around the nightly bonfire. All we needed to feel more content were marshmallows. Jason is a natural singer and entertainer.

Last up was Aussie Michael Johns singing “Light My Fire.” It was not as exhilarating as I had anticipated from this talented singer. And for some reason he was not 100% and it showed. He can do so much better and will undoubtedly return next week.

And so we end the first night of competition and the men now await your votes.

So, pick up the phone and vote.

Don’t forget to return right here tomorrow night to read the review of the twelve women contestants.

see also:

2/14/08 The Twenty Four American Idol Survivors

2/13/08 164 Hollywood Singers in a Grueling Hollywood Week

1/31/08 American Idol in Miami

1/30/08 American Idol in Omaha

1/24/08 American Idol in Charleston

1/23/08 American Idol in San Diego