50's night on Idol. I hate to admit it, but I knew most of the songs. Overall, I enjoyed the performances, and I must say, a lot of those '50's songs were pretty sexy. Dinah Washington, Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee, Patsy Cline--they had some hot songs!
I was actually impressed by Barry Manilow's coaching, particularly his direction for them to feel the songs they are singing, not just sing them. Good advice, because they all can sing to some extent. The difference has to be in the performance. Anyway, here's my rundown:
Mandisa - She sang great, and looked very pretty tonight... too bad she is still as big as a house. Even Paula called her a horse.
Bucky - Competent rendition of a Buddy Holly song but not much more.
Paris - She sings okay, but that "Fever" song requires a real woman to sing it. Once again, she tried to belt it, but that song is all about delivery and attitude. I don't think she pulled it off at all, but I think she advances.
Chris - Awesome. I loved his version of "I Walk the Line'. This guy is the real shit.
Katharine - Another hot sexy performance. She is looking good, singing good, and getting better. She still comes off a little icy though, not as likeable as Kellie.
Kevin - I admit it, I gave a big "Awww" during his performance. Simon is right, he'll be fine because all the little girls and grandmas had to love it.
Taylor - Another entertaining performance, although is it me, or does anyone else think his antics are wearing thin?
Lisa - Ho hum. Okay performance. I am beginning to think she is not as talented as I once thought.
Elliott - Much better than last week, but this guy is still pretty dull.
Kellie - Very nice rendition of "Walking After Midnight". Looking as cute as usual.
Ace - This guy is just so gay. The falsetto, the smoldering glances at the camera, the hair... it's all so irritating.
I think Bucky should go, but who knows?